Podcasts about Homecoming

Hey friend — come sit with us for a warm chat with Lisa Vroman, the beloved soprano who went from playing Christine thousands of times to stepping into Madame Giry on the Phantom tour. She talks about touring, teaching, the magic of costumes and tech, and those moments when fans tell her she changed their lives. It's funny, nostalgic, and full of heart — a peek at what keeps a performer passionate after decades on stage. If you love theater, this one feels like a backstage letter from an old friend. Tickets for "Phantom of the Opera"  Orpheum Theatre 1192 Market Street, San Francisco , CA 94102__________________   Tickets for Phantom Sings! Marines' Memorial Theatre 609 Sutter StreetSan Francisco, CA 94102 A special "One Night Only" benefit cabaret with the Broadway touring cast of "The Phantom of the Opera" The Richmond/Ermet Aid Foundation presents a special "One Night Only" benefit cabaret show with the Broadway touring cast of "The Phantom of the Opera." Cast members will present a wonderful evening of exceptional songs completely different from what they do their regular show. This will be an original evening of song, dance and comedy that you will never see again. Lisa Vroman, who played the lead role of Christine in the SF, LA and Broadway versions of this show in the 90s and is playing Madam Giry in this production will be our special emcee for this event. VIP tickets include the VIP afterparty with the cast in the theater lobby following the show.

What do you do when you're standing at a milestone - grateful for how far God has brought you, but unsure where he's calling you next?In this episode, Pastor Todd Lester teaches from Joshua 4, the story of Israel's 12 memorial stones after crossing the Jordan. Joined by Kelly Lester for the church's 238th Homecoming, this message is a celebration of God's faithfulness across generations - and a clear-eyed challenge not to mistake a stone of remembrance for a place to stop. The same God who parted the Red Sea and the Jordan river is still calling his people forward. You can't go with God and stay where you are.Forks of Elkhorn Baptist Church | Midway, KYNew episodes every week. Subscribe wherever you listen.forksbaptist.org

This week, join us as we get caught up on two major news stories from the week- a major change in leadership at Lippert and a lawsuit involving Battle Born Batteries and Will Prowse. Plus, we wrap up our 4-day trip in the Noovo Plus with a stop at the Grand Canyon, Mather Campground, and a peaceful boondocking spot off of historic Route 66. Finally, our fresh tank/black tank segments touch on concert season, Mountain Gazette Magazine, and a heartbreaking insurance reminder, and YouTube content creators just can't stop attacking their own. *Get links and more in the show notes at https://RVMiles.com/413 *Support RV Miles and independent RV journalism

A major RV industry CEO is stepping down in a surprising shakeup. Battle Born Batteries is taking one of YouTube's biggest solar influencers to court. Ram has a new package on its ProMaster chassis aimed at van lifers, and there may be a new rugged battery-powered Starlink dish on the way. Plus, the Forest Service has killed 30 different mobile apps, launching one new all-encompassing platform to replace them, though it's missing one big feature. The Liquified giveaway: https://liquifiedrv.com/ *Support RV Miles and independent RV journalism

A special Homecoming message from Rev. James WilesLuke 15:11-24“And he said, “There was a man who had two sons. And the younger of them said to his father, ‘Father, give me the share of property that is coming to me.' And he divided his property between them. Not many days later, the younger son gathered all he had and took a journey into a far country, and there he squandered his property in reckless living. And when he had spent everything, a severe famine arose in that country, and he began to be in need. So he went and hired himself out to one of the citizens of that country, who sent him into his fields to feed pigs. And he was longing to be fed with the pods that the pigs ate, and no one gave him anything. “But when he came to himself, he said, ‘How many of my father's hired servants have more than enough bread, but I perish here with hunger! I will arise and go to my father, and I will say to him, “Father, I have sinned against heaven and before you. I am no longer worthy to be called your son. Treat me as one of your hired servants.”' And he arose and came to his father. But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and felt compassion, and ran and embraced him and kissed him. And the son said to him, ‘Father, I have sinned against heaven and before you. I am no longer worthy to be called your son.' But the father said to his servants, ‘Bring quickly the best robe, and put it on him, and put a ring on his hand, and shoes on his feet. And bring the fattened calf and kill it, and let us eat and celebrate. For this my son was dead, and is alive again; he was lost, and is found.' And they began to celebrate.”1. Remember where you came from.2. Return to where you belong.3. Rejoice in what God has done.www.huntsmbc.com

Hey Everybody!This week we are honored to have Joe Slepski from the Joe on Joe Podcast join us!We are doing a 'Home and Home' so Ray is appearing on the Joe on Joe Podcast for Part one, and Joe is coming on here for Part Two! Go find the Joe on Joe Podcast wherever you podcast to listen more!!The Joes have been betrayed by Lt. Falcon?? Here we go with a pretty good follow up to a great Part One.Enjoy!MERCH STORE - www.teepublic.com/stores/knowing-is-half-the-podcastPatreon - Patreon.com/KnowingIsHalfThePodcastFacebook - Facebook.com/KnowingIsHalfThePodcastTwitter - @GijoePodcastPresident Serpentor - @PrezSerpentorAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week: a major suspension recall affects more than 11,000 RVs, fuel prices finally give travelers a little relief, Cummins unveils a gasoline engine that thinks it's a diesel, and the RV industry's outlook just got a little more pessimistic. Plus, a popular Zion National Park campground is back open after renovations, and more. Get your free quote at https://wholesalewarranties.com *Support RV Miles and independent RV journalism

Evan Roberts, Tiki Barber and Shaun Morash debate the most memorable return homes in New York sports history, sparked by Odell Beckham Jr. rejoining the Giants. From Andy Pettitte's Yankees comeback to Mark Messier's Rangers return and Roger Clemens' dramatic Bronx reappearance, the conversation turns into a spirited ranking of which reunions actually mattered.

My Fair Brady, Season 1, Episode 5This week, Princess is going back to Joliet with Chris and Adrienne. (Skip ahead about 30 minutes to get past the Dominique Morgan talk.)

In this week's special episode, Dr. Thema shares a powerful and helpful message on the psychology of serial offenders as it relates to The Epstein Files. Remember to like, subscribe and share. Dr. Thema Bryant is a psychologist, author, professor, sacred artist, and minister who is leading the way in creating healthy relationships, healing traumas, and overcoming stress and oppression. Her life changing books include Matters of the Heart, Homecoming, Reclaim Yourself: The Homecoming Workbook, and The Antiracism Handbook: Practical Tools to Shift Your Mindset and Uproot Racism in Your Life and Community and they empower readers to connect with themselves and to others, exploring topics such as: control issues, emotional unavailability, practical activation activities, case studies, and teaching how to shift mindset and patterns around mental health, relationships, and liberation. Mixed & Edited by Next Day Podcast info@nextdaypodcast.com

In episode 412 of the RV Miles podcast, we continue our  @noovovans road trip across northern Arizona via scenic Route 89A, sharing why the overlooked drive offers great stops beyond the Grand Canyon. We take an unplanned visit to Pipe Spring National Monument, drive through Kaibab National Forest, past Vermilion Cliffs, and stop at Marble Canyon's Navajo Bridge near Lee's Ferry,  *Get links and more in the show notes at https://RVMiles.com/412 *Support RV Miles and independent RV journalism

Welcome to The Georgia Politics Podcast! It's 1976 again, and in this episode we celebrate 40 years of Turnstiles, the album that marked a turning point in the career of Billy Joel. Released at a pivotal moment in Joel's life, Turnstiles chronicled his return to New York after time spent in California and captured the sights, sounds, and spirit of the city that shaped him. Featuring fan favorites such as "Say Goodbye to Hollywood," "Miami 2017 (Seen the Lights Go Out on Broadway)," and "New York State of Mind," the album showcased a songwriter finding his voice and embracing his roots. We explore the stories behind the songs, the formation of Joel's longtime touring band, and how Turnstiles laid the groundwork for the commercial breakthrough that would soon follow. Join us as we revisit one of the most personal and enduring albums in Billy Joel's remarkable catalog. Connect with The Georgia Politics Podcast on Twitter @gapoliticspod Hans Appen on Twitter @hansappen Craig Kidd on Twitter @CraigKidd1 Lyndsey Coates on Instagram @list_with_lyndsey Proud member of the Appen Podcast Network.

Today we're sitting down with Brandon Black, known for his breakout role in A Madea Homecoming under the direction of Tyler Perry.But this conversation goes deeper than film, it's about identity, industry, and what it really means to be seen.Host:Let's talk about the acting world right now. Streaming has changed everything—access, visibility, even what success looks like.How do you see the industry today compared to when you first started pursuing acting?I sat down with Brandon Black and talked about:Do you feel like actors today have more opportunity, or just more competition and noise?There's also this pressure now to be more than an actor you have to be a brand, a personality, a presence online.How do you balance being an artist versus being visible?Have you ever felt like the industry tried to put you in a box creatively? And if so, how did you push back?..Brandon Black is not just an artist just stepping into roles, but stepping into purpose.From A Madea Homecoming to what's next, this is only the beginning of a much larger story.Instagram @bblackJamirSmith.com

Hey Everybody!This week we talk about a truly fantastic episode of television.GIJoe Homecoming pt 1 might be the best one they made so far!Am I lying?Did we actually hate the ep and I'm trying to set y'al up?Let's find out...Enjoy!MERCH STORE - www.teepublic.com/stores/knowing-is-half-the-podcastPatreon - Patreon.com/KnowingIsHalfThePodcastFacebook - Facebook.com/KnowingIsHalfThePodcastTwitter - @GijoePodcastPresident Serpentor - @PrezSerpentorAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Guests: Blue Jays associate manager Demarlo Hale, up-and-coming infield prospect Charles McAdoo, Marlins catcher/first baseman and Toronto native Liam Hicks    This week in Deep Left Field, we go over all the Blue Jays' roster machinations of the week, including Dylan Cease's first-ever trip to the injured list, and talk about a bunch of roster churn on the pitching side. On May 25, the Jays reached the one-third mark of the season, so we called upon associate manager Demarlo Hale to discuss what he's seen from the team, how they've done in dealing with a ton of adversity, and what he expects to see over the next 54 games. We'll share that conversation with you. We're joined by Toronto's own Liam Hicks, who is off to a terrific start in his sophomore season in the big leagues, to discuss his first-ever big-league experience in his own backyard. With the Jays' roster in constant flux, the next man up is likely to be infielder Charles McAdoo. We'll introduce you to the new guy. All this, plus a dip into the mailbag at deepleftfield@thestar.ca!

Get 30% off your next rv mattress with code RVMILES at https://rvmattress.com/rvmiles The RV industry is sending some warning signs right now. Dealers are openly talking about a “structural change” in the RV business as sales continue slowing, RV shipments fall again, and affordability becomes a growing concern for buyers. This week we break down what some of the biggest dealership groups in America are saying about the future of RVing — and why used RV sales are suddenly outperforming new ones. We also cover: • New RV solar safety rules coming in 2026 • Sun Communities selling off its UK campground business • Major upgrades to Campground Views and Campendium Watch the full RV Business Power Breakfast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nxpbzf-GMiE&t=7152s *Support RV Miles and independent RV journalism

Jason and Abby share favorite spots and practical tips for visiting Zion National Park, critique “only truth” RV creator rhetoric and a new Lippert ad, and more.  The Easy Peasy Access Screen: https://easypeasyrvsolutions.com/ *Get links and more in the show notes at https://RVMiles.com/411 *Support RV Miles and independent RV journalism

Travel to Historic Locations with History or Drive. Scott and Jenn recount Commodore John Paul Jones's rise from a Scottish sailor who began at sea at 13 to a celebrated Continental Navy officer known for taking the fight to Britain, including the 1779 Bonhomme Richard battle with HMS Serapis that produced his famous refusal to surrender.They follow the 1905–1906 detective effort to locate his remains under a paved-over Paris cemetery, their identification, Theodore Roosevelt's battleship-escorted return to the U.S., and his 1913 reinterment in a sarcophagus beneath the Naval Academy Chapel crypt in Annapolis.00:00 I Have Not Yet Begun00:55 Welcome02:04 Reviews03:02 Annapolis Crypt Visit05:23 Early Life At Sea09:48 Becoming John Paul Jones12:44 Continental Navy Rise14:17 Privateer Or Pirate?18:05 Serapis Legendary Battle21:00 Russia Scandal Exile24:42 Death And Lost Grave26:37 Finding John Paul Jones31:11 Crypt Legacy33:06 Final Reflection

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Homecoming: Navigating Change and Rediscovering Friendship Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-05-25-07-38-19-no Story Transcript:No: En mild vårbris blåste gjennom den lille kystlandsbyen, der havet glitret under den bleke morgensolen.En: A mild spring breeze blew through the little coastal village, where the sea glittered under the pale morning sun.No: Blomstene i vinduskarmen på det lille, koselige kafeen spratt opp, og fylte luften med løfte om ny begynnelse.En: The flowers in the windowsill at the small, cozy kafeen popped up, filling the air with the promise of new beginnings.No: Inne i kafeen, som hadde utsikt mot den rolige fjorden, satt Astrid ved et lite bord nær vinduet.En: Inside the kafeen, which had a view of the calm fjord, Astrid sat at a small table near the window.No: Hun kikket ut over vannet, men tankene hennes var langt unna.En: She looked across the water, but her thoughts were far away.No: Det hadde vært flere år siden hun sist satt her.En: It had been several years since she last sat here.No: Reisen hennes til fjernere land hadde utvidet horisontene, men hjemlengselen hadde alltid ligget som en svak undertone i hjertet hennes.En: Her travels to distant lands had broadened her horizons, but the longing for home had always lingered as a faint undertone in her heart.No: Nå var hun tilbake, enda hun følte seg mer som en fremmed enn noen gang.En: Now she was back, yet she felt more like a stranger than ever.No: Plutselig hørte hun den velkjente lyden av dørklokken som ringte, og i neste øyeblikk trådte Leif inn.En: Suddenly, she heard the familiar sound of the doorbell ringing, and in the next moment, Leif stepped in.No: Han var lik seg selv, med sitt varme smil og krøllete lyse hår.En: He looked the same, with his warm smile and curly blonde hair.No: Han så seg rundt, fikk øye på Astrid, og vinket entusiastisk.En: He looked around, spotted Astrid, and waved enthusiastically.No: Hun vinket tilbake, et forsiktig smil lekte på leppene hennes.En: She waved back, a cautious smile playing on her lips.No: "Hei, Astrid!" sa han med sin vanlige, livlige tone og satte seg overfor henne.En: "Hi, Astrid!" he said in his usual, lively tone and sat down across from her.No: "Det er godt å se deg igjen."En: "It's good to see you again."No: Astrid nikket, til tross for klumpen i magen.En: Astrid nodded, despite the lump in her stomach.No: "Det er godt å se deg også, Leif," svarte hun.En: "It's good to see you too, Leif," she replied.No: Leif begynte snart å snakke om fiskebedriften, hvordan han hadde tatt over etter familien, og de nye utfordringene som fulgte med ansvaret.En: Leif soon began talking about the fishing business, how he had taken over after the family, and the new challenges that came with the responsibility.No: Astrid lyttet, men kjente avstanden mellom dem vokse for hvert ord.En: Astrid listened, but felt the distance between them grow with each word.No: Livet hans var så forskjellig nå, så fylt av ting hun ikke hadde opplevd.En: His life was so different now, so full of things she hadn't experienced.No: Frykten tok tak i henne.En: Fear gripped her.No: Hva om de to hadde blitt for fremmede?En: What if the two of them had become too much like strangers?No: Men hun bestemte seg, hun måtte si noe.En: But she decided, she had to say something.No: Med et forsiktig sukk, sa hun: "Leif, jeg vet ikke helt hvordan jeg skal si dette, men jeg føler meg... litt bortkommen.En: With a cautious sigh, she said, "Leif, I don't really know how to say this, but I feel... a bit lost.No: Jeg er redd for at alt har forandret seg så mye.En: I'm afraid everything has changed so much.No: Inkludert oss."En: Including us."No: Leif stoppet opp, stille et øyeblikk.En: Leif paused, quiet for a moment.No: Så smilte han varmt mot henne, en smil som alltid hadde fått henne til å føle seg hjemme.En: Then he smiled warmly at her, a smile that had always made her feel at home.No: "Astrid," sa han rolig, "livet forandrer seg, ja.En: "Astrid," he said calmly, "life changes, yes.No: Men jeg har ikke glemt hvor viktig vår vennskap er for meg.En: But I haven't forgotten how important our friendship is to me.No: Jeg ønsker å beholde det."En: I want to keep it."No: De ordene lettet en byrde fra Astrids skuldre.En: Those words lifted a burden from Astrid's shoulders.No: Hun innså at forandring ikke alltid brøt, men også kunne styrke, spesielt ekte vennskap.En: She realized that change didn't always break, but could also strengthen, especially true friendship.No: De ble enige om å møtes oftere, kanskje til neste uke å ta en tur langs fjorden.En: They agreed to meet more often, perhaps next week to take a walk along the fjord.No: Da de forlot kafeen side om side, følte Astrid lettelse.En: As they left the kafeen side by side, Astrid felt relieved.No: Hun visste nå at forbindelsen mellom dem var sterk nok til å tåle ethvert tidevann.En: She now knew that the bond between them was strong enough to withstand any tide.No: Våren vil bringe nye begynnelser.En: Spring will bring new beginnings.No: Og hun, hun var endelig hjemme.En: And she, she was finally home. Vocabulary Words:breeze: vårbriscoastal: kystglittered: glitretwindowsill: vinduskarmencozy: koseligepopped: sprattundertone: undertonedoorbell: dørklokkencurly: krølleteenthusiastically: entusiastisklump: klumpenunfamiliar: fremmedhorizons: horisonterbroadened: utvidetlingered: lågripped: tok takburden: byrderelieved: lettetbond: forbindelsewithstand: tålefaint: svakresponsibility: ansvaretlisten: lyttetdespite: til tross forsigh: sukkwarmly: varmtsmile: smilcalm: roligstranger: fremmedfriendship: vennskap

For years, Merrimack Valley residents haven't been able to go to LeLacheur Field in Lowell and cheer on their beloved Spinners, as the team folded during the MLB's restructuring of the minor league system. That's all about to change, as the team's under new ownership and in a new league. What won't be changing is the family fun, food, and everything else that makes up the Lowell Spinners experience. Opening Day is May 29th, and this weekend, Nichole talks with Principal Owner/CBO Marc Deschenes and Chairman/CEO John Croteau to learn about what they have in store.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're back in the garage office for another fresh episode of Straight Down The Middle-ish.Hopefully this is the first of many to come.If you like living forever, and you like golf, then you're going to LOVE Live Forever Golf.Enter discount code "LFG20" for 20% off your next order at LiveForeverGolf.comStraight Down the Middle'ish is brought to you by Live Forever Golf. Check out our Final Few collection to get great deals on our clearance inventory! Free shipping on all orders over $100.

Vermont is proposing rules to allow dynamic pricing in state parks, with fees, minimum stays, and maximum stays adjusted by demand; Ford's 2027 Super Duty drops the 6.8L gas V8 and the standard-output 6.7L diesel. GM is reportedly ending Silverado medium-duty trucks, and a Duramax diesel availability squeeze may come later this year. Grand Design adds a three-season wall option for Momentum toy hauler patios. Starlink raises prices on Roam plans and doubles standby mode to $10, and an Arkansas RV park fire allegedly started when a man tried burning snakes, destroying multiple RVs. Get your free quote at https://wholesalewarranties.com *Support RV Miles and independent RV journalism

This episode of Prison Breaking With Sarah And Paul is brought to you by Hulu. Stream Prison Break on Hulu (U.S.) and Disney+ (Internationally). Sarah and Paul discuss the Prison Break season 3 finale, focusing on the emotional impact of McGrady's homecoming and the disturbing brutality inflicted on Sucre, including being forced to dig his own grave and nearly buried alive. They praise director Nelson McCormick's work, the intensity and realism of the beach/car-chase sequence, the act-five montage, and the Spanish a cappella cover of “Cry” over the ending. They analyze key character dynamics: Sophia realizing Whistler is tied to the Company, Gretchen's cold efficiency, Mahone being pulled into a larger conspiracy, and T-Bag's manipulations and uneasy hints of “loyalty.” Broadly, they reflect on how seasons 3–4 feel like a tonal demarcation from seasons 1–2, with faster, more fantastical action and a harder-to-connect Company narrative after losing human anchors like Kellerman, compounded by the constraints of a shortened, strike-affected season. Subscribe here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://patreon.com/user?u=116411884⁠⁠⁠⁠ -or- Click Link in Bio Patreon Subscribers get access to all of our Watch Parties and FanFiction (all captioned in six languages - English, French, Spanish, German, Portuguese, and Turkish), exclusive Ask Me Anything's with Sarah & Paul, and unannounced Discord drop-ins on our always rollicking server with fans and friends who come together from around the world. All for less than a cup of coffee. Leave us your comments, shoot us an email, or leave us a voicemail - we love hearing from all of you! prisonbreaking@caliber-studio.com (401) 3-PBREAK Watch the episode on YouTube - / @prisonbreakpodcast Follow us on Instagram - / prisonbreakpodcast Follow us on TikTok - / prisonbreakpodcast Merch!!! - https://pbmerch.printify.me/products #fyp #michaelscofield #saratancredi #michealscofield #prisonbreakedits #prisonbreak #wentworthmilleredits #wentworthmiller #editor #fyy #fyppp #saratancrediedit #prisonbreakseason1 #sarahwaynecallies #prisonbreakseason2 #scofield #fy #sarascofield #saratancrediedits #scofield Logo design by John Nunziatto @ Little Big Brands. If you want one yourself, reach out at https://www.littlebigbrands.com/ and tell him we sent you. PRISON BREAKING WITH SARAH & PAUL is a Caliber Studio production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this edition of the podcast, Anna speaks with Dr Athene Knufer, neuroscience researcher, somatic 'mindbody' coach, and yoga nidra guide. Athene first studied psychology with neuroscience, and then went on to complete a PhD in Developmental Neuroscience. Athene has suffered from serious MECFS, but is now forging ahead with their own work as a somatic practitioner, guiding others into flourishing. Athene specialises in working with the nervous system, and as this conversation reveals, is fully committed to the collective and structural dimensions of healing. This is a wide-ranging conversation in which Anna and Athene draw together personal experience, science, questions of justice, and the idea of moving beyond mere recovery to something much richer.You can find more of Athene's excellent work here: https://www.instagram.com/feltsensesomaticshttps://www.befriendyourmindbody.com/aboutFeel free to send a text! We can't respond via text unfortunately, but we can sometimes answer a question on a future podcast episode. We always appreciate feedback. Support the showPlease rate and review this show. It really does help to support it. Please share it.To find out about working with Anna, please visit www.hypnocatalyst.com Anna specialises in profound healing work. Her approach addresses all the layers of human well-being: body, mind, emotions and spirit. You can take her uniquely life-changing healing course 'Somatic Liberation: The Deep Intelligence Healing System' by going to her website. The course has been described as: 'This is some kind of magical'. 'It feels as if what came before was mere apprenticeship'.'Highly engaging. Deeply immersive'.'This is a course in a class of its own, offering transformation at a deep level'.'I've never felt more in awe, more empowered and more intrigued'.There is nothing else like it out there for nervous system transformation, brainwork magic, partnering with your own unconscious mind and transforming your relationship with your body, forever.

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima preview the Cavaliers' matchup against the Knicks, highlighting Donovan Mitchell's return to New York. They also debate LeBron James' legacy compared to Michael Jordan and discuss Victor Wembanyama's trajectory. 01:12 - Mitchell's MSG Return 02:08 - LeBron Versus Michael Jordan 04:06 - Victor Wembanyama's Defensive Impact 06:03 - Previewing Cavs Versus Knicks 08:21 - Cleveland's Late-Series Conditioning

This week, Jason is in Flagstaff at Overland Expo West, and he shares with Abby his thoughts on how the show is actually really great for RVers. Maybe even better than traditional RV shows. Plus Starlink is raising prices again, big truck changes at Ford and Chevy, and more.  *Get links and more in the show notes at https://RVMiles.com/410 *Support RV Miles and independent RV journalism

The Dadley Boyz chat about what happened on this week's episode of Friday Night SmackDown, including...HUGE Clash In Italy match CONFIRMED!The Miz crashes Trick Williams' homecoming!Carmelo Hayes is BACK!Brie Bella & Paige vs. Giulia & Kiana James!Who is Danhausen's next experiment?!ENJOY!Follow us on Twitter:@AdamWilbourn@MichaelHamflett@WhatCultureWWEFor more awesome content, check out: whatculture.com/wwe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the Geekin' on Walt Disney World Podcast, we're lacing up the running shoes, grabbing a beignet, and heading into a Disney trip that started with runDisney Springtime Surprise weekend — but quickly became about so much more than miles and medals. Curtis is joined by three Geekin' family favorites — Holly, Laura, and Heidi — for a fun, relaxed, and very Disney Geek-style trip report filled with race stories, resort time, lounges, surprise meetups, food talk, cruise talk, and one unforgettable green wig. Because when Holly shows up dressed as Disgust from Inside Out for a runDisney race, you know we're off to a good start. Planning Your Next Disney Adventure? If you're thinking about planning your next Disney vacation and some Epic Universe… My wife Margita and our good friend Auntie Judy are the Travelin' Tiaras — your trusted Disney travel planners. Whether you're booking Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, Universal, or beyond… They'll help you plan a smart, stress-free vacation from start to finish. Already booked? You can transfer your reservation to us and still get expert tips, strategy, and support — and it's a great way to support the show. TravelinTiaras@gmail.com Or reach out on Facebook Messenger. And right now… there are great opportunities for upcoming travel, so it's a perfect time to start planning. Featuring This Week This episode includes: Holly, Laura, and Heidi sharing their runDisney Springtime Surprise weekend A stay at Coronado Springs and a solo stay at Port Orleans French Quarter A 10-miler, a 10K, costumes, character stops, and race-day nerves Surprise Geek meetups with Samantha, Selena, Tori, Joe, and more Food and drink stops at Le Cellier, Nomad Lounge, GEO-82, Beak and Barrel, Homecoming, and Sangria University Flower and Garden Festival bites, beignets, maple popcorn, and more Thoughts on newer Disney experiences like the Zootopia show, updated Buzz Lightyear, and Beak and Barrel A bonus cruise recap aboard Royal Caribbean's Utopia of the Seas RunDisney, Beignets, and Green Hair The episode kicks off with Holly wearing the green wig she used for her Disgust costume during the Springtime Surprise 10-Miler — which pretty much sets the tone for the whole conversation. Holly shares that she went into the race under-trained because of a shoulder injury and made it all the way to mile nine before being swept. But what stands out is her perspective. She knew it might happen, she pushed as far as she could, and she still came away with pride, humor, and yes… the medal. Laura brings the solo-trip energy with a stay at Port Orleans French Quarter, where she enjoyed a slower pace, pool time, peaceful resort moments, and plenty of beignets. She also shares one of the funniest race moments: dressing as a bee for the Winnie the Pooh-themed 10K and trying to drink yellow Gatorade from a hard plastic honey bear bottle mid-race. That's runDisney dedication right there. Heidi took a more relaxed race approach — stopping for characters, enjoying the course, and making memories along the way. Her character stops included Nick and Judy from Zootopia, Boba Fett, Woody and Bo Peep, and Bing Bong. Some people chase personal records. Some people chase character photos. Both are absolutely valid. The Geekin' Family Shows Up One of the best parts of this episode is how the Geekin' family keeps popping into the trip. Holly and Corey meet up with Tori and Joe at Yeehaw Bob over at Port Orleans Riverside — and then get surprised when Samantha and Selena walk in. Later, Heidi gets her own surprise. And Laura talks about that feeling of traveling solo, making it through the expo chaos, and then suddenly seeing “her people” at Nomad Lounge. That's the heart of this episode. Yes, it's a trip report. But underneath the races, snacks, lounges, and Disney details is that bigger feeling we talk about all the time: Disney is better when you've found your people. Food, Lounges, and Disney Geek Favorites Of course, this wouldn't be a Geekin' trip report without food. Holly and Corey enjoyed Le Cellier, including cheddar cheese soup, pretzel bread, filet, and an ice wine flight. Laura sampled tanghulu at the China booth, maple popcorn in Canada, jambalaya at French Quarter, and the crème brûlée croissant at Gaston's. Heidi had several Flower and Garden Festival hits, including duck in France, Caribbean-style chicken, flan, and a fish slider. The lounge talk is strong in this one too. Nomad Lounge remains a Geek favorite for its cozy seating, small plates, drinks, and Animal Kingdom atmosphere. GEO-82 gets praise for cocktails and mushroom flatbread. And Beak and Barrel sparks a fun comparison to Oga's Cantina and Trader Sam's — lots to look at, some cool effects, and maybe one of those places that grows on you over time. New Disney Experiences and a Cruise Bonus The group also shares thoughts on a few newer Disney experiences. Heidi talks about the new Zootopia show at Animal Kingdom and whether it really fits the deeper theme of the park. Laura gives her take on the updated Buzz Lightyear, including the new removable blasters and the joy of feeling like a Space Ranger… even when the score says otherwise. And after the Disney portion of the trip, Holly, Corey, Heidi, and Missy headed out on Royal Caribbean's Utopia of the Seas for a four-night cruise — complete with big-ship entertainment, shows, skating, surfing, ziplining, and a water show set to '80s music. The Real Heart of the Episode The best part of this conversation is not just the race. It's not just the snacks. It's not just the lounges. It's the people. It's the surprise visits. It's the inside jokes. It's the ride photos. It's that feeling of seeing friends you may only get to see a few times a year — but when you do, it feels like a reunion. That's the Geekin' family. And that's why these trip reports always mean a little more than just “here's what we did.” They're stories about connection. Listen to Episode 668 Episode 668 of the Geekin' on Walt Disney World Podcast is available now wherever you listen to podcasts. Come for the runDisney stories. Stay for the beignets, lounges, Flower and Garden snacks, surprise Geek meetups, and one very committed green-haired Disgust costume. Support the Show on Patreon A huge thank you to our Patreon family. Your support helps keep the podcast going and helps cover the costs of producing the show each week. If you'd like to support the show and be part of the Patreon community, visit: patreon.com/GeekinOnWDW Thank you for listening, sharing, supporting, and being part of this wonderful Disney Geek family.The post What Really Makes a RunDisney Weekend Special? It's the People. Holly, Heidi and Laura – Ep. 668 first appeared on Geekin' On WDW Podcast.

On this edition of the Loaded Radio Podcast, Scott Penfold sits down with the undisputed "Queen of Symphonic Metal," Tarja Turunen. In an incredibly raw and revealing conversation, Tarja discusses her tenth solo studio album, Frisson Noir (Free-sohn Nwahr), which she confirms is the heaviest and most aggressive work of her entire career. Tarja opens up about the "Sisu" (See-soo) spirit of Finnish perseverance, her recent high-profile European tour reunion with former Nightwish bassist Marko Hietala, and why she has officially retired from performing in high heels. From her early days being bullied in the village of Puhos to her current life in Spain, we explore the woman behind the mask. We also get the "Nuggs" on her brand-new singles featuring Dani Filth and Chad Smith, and find out if a return to the stage with Nightwish is truly off the table in 2026. STAY LOUD: Catch the full breakdown of today's stories on the Metal Breakdown Daily podcast (Mon-Fri), or crank the hard rock and metal 24/7 on our live digital stream at LoadedRadio.com. Follow the Madness: Download the Free Loaded Radio App: Available on App Store & Google Play YouTube: Subscribe for daily video updates Socials: Facebook, X, Instagram, Threads, TikTok

Let's review WWE SmackDown that aired May 15th, 2026. A show that saw Damien Priest take on Tama Tonga, Danhausen silliness, Cody attack Gunther after his match with Royce Keys and more!Go AD-FREE at Patreon.com/WWEPodcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-wwe-podcast--2187791/support.

Redeeming Love: Far Reaching Ruth 2: 1-23

This week in worship, Pastor David studies the minor prophet Amos, who reminds us that true worship is inseparable from justice, compassion, and integrity. God calls us not only to remember the legacy of faith passed down through generations, but to live that faith in ways that love our neighbors and seek the good of our community. As we gather for Homecoming, we celebrate both God's faithfulness in the past and God's ongoing call to let justice roll like a river through our lives and our church.

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: Homecoming Under the Atacama Stars: A Sibling's Reunion Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2026-05-17-22-34-01-es Story Transcript:Es: El viento fresco del otoño soplaba suavemente en San Pedro de Atacama.En: The fresh autumn wind gently blew in San Pedro de Atacama.Es: El cielo, amplio y azul durante el día, se convertía en un mar de estrellas al caer la noche.En: The sky, wide and blue during the day, turned into a sea of stars as night fell.Es: Lucía caminaba por las calles de su pueblo natal, sintiendo la arena bajo sus pies.En: Lucía walked through the streets of her hometown, feeling the sand beneath her feet.Es: Había pasado años viviendo en el extranjero, pero ahora estaba de vuelta.En: She had spent years living abroad, but now she was back.Es: Con cada paso, los recuerdos regresaban.En: With each step, the memories returned.Es: Recordaba sus paseos por el Valle de la Luna con su familia de niña y cómo el desierto parecía cobrar vida al anochecer.En: She remembered her walks through the Valle de la Luna with her family as a child and how the desert seemed to come to life at nightfall.Es: Sin embargo, la emoción de volver a casa estaba mezclada con dudas.En: However, the excitement of returning home was mixed with doubts.Es: ¿Todavía pertenecía a este lugar?En: Did she still belong to this place?Es: Al llegar a la casa de su familia, fue recibida por su madre y su prima Sofía.En: Upon arriving at her family's house, she was greeted by her mother and her cousin Sofía.Es: Sofía, siempre alegre, la abrazó con fuerza.En: Sofía, always cheerful, hugged her tightly.Es: "¡Lucía!En: "Lucía!Es: Te hemos echado tanto de menos".En: We've missed you so much."Es: Lucía sonrió, pero en su mente estaba Mateo, su hermano menor, que no había aparecido para darle la bienvenida.En: Lucía smiled, but in her mind was Mateo, her younger brother, who had not appeared to welcome her.Es: ¿Acaso el tiempo y la distancia habían cambiado su relación?En: Had time and distance changed their relationship?Es: Esa tarde, Lucía decidió que debía reconectar con Mateo.En: That afternoon, Lucía decided she needed to reconnect with Mateo.Es: Recordó cómo solían observar las estrellas juntos desde el patio trasero.En: She remembered how they used to watch the stars together from the backyard.Es: Entonces, se le ocurrió revivir ese momento especial.En: So, she thought of reviving that special moment.Es: "¿Vamos a ver las estrellas esta noche, Mateo?En: "Shall we watch the stars tonight, Mateo?"Es: " propuso Lucía tímidamente cuando lo encontró sentado bajo el viejo algarrobo.En: Lucía proposed timidly when she found him sitting under the old carob tree.Es: Mateo levantó la vista, un poco sorprendido, pero accedió.En: Mateo looked up, a little surprised, but agreed.Es: "Está bien, vamos.En: "Alright, let's go."Es: "Esa noche, el desierto estaba tranquilo.En: That night, the desert was calm.Es: Las estrellas brillaban intensamente, creando una vista espectacular.En: The stars shone intensely, creating a spectacular view.Es: Mateo y Lucía se sentaron sobre una manta en el suelo.En: Mateo and Lucía sat on a blanket on the ground.Es: Durante unos minutos, solo el silencio los acompañó, cargado de confesiones no dichas y emociones.En: For a few minutes, only silence accompanied them, filled with unspoken confessions and emotions.Es: Finalmente, Lucía respiró hondo.En: Finally, Lucía took a deep breath.Es: "Lo siento, Mateo, por haberme ido por tanto tiempo.En: "I'm sorry, Mateo, for being away for so long.Es: Temía que nos alejáramos," confesó Lucía, su voz temblorosa.En: I was afraid we would drift apart," confessed Lucía, her voice trembling.Es: Mateo miró las estrellas antes de responder.En: Mateo looked at the stars before responding.Es: "Estuvo mal cuando te fuiste.En: "It was hard when you left.Es: Te extrañé mucho.En: I missed you a lot.Es: Pero.En: But...Es: entiendo por qué te fuiste.En: I understand why you went.Es: Y me alegra que estés de vuelta ahora.En: And I'm glad you're back now."Es: "Aquellas palabras, sinceras y simples, aliviaron el corazón de Lucía.En: Those words, sincere and simple, eased Lucía's heart.Es: Se dieron cuenta de que, a pesar de los años y la distancia, su lazo seguía intacto.En: They realized that despite the years and the distance, their bond remained intact.Es: A veces, las cosas cambian, pero el amor entre hermanos puede adaptarse y perdurar.En: Sometimes, things change, but the love between siblings can adapt and endure.Es: Con el vasto cielo estrellado sobre ellos, Lucía se sintió en casa por primera vez desde su regreso.En: Under the vast starry sky above them, Lucía felt at home for the first time since her return.Es: Sabía que, aunque su vida había tomado caminos diferentes, siempre tendría un lugar aquí, junto a su familia.En: She knew that, even though her life had taken different paths, she would always have a place here, with her family.Es: Mateo lentamente entrelazó su mano con la de Lucía, sellando su reconciliación con ese gesto simple pero profundo.En: Mateo slowly intertwined his hand with Lucía's, sealing their reconciliation with that simple yet profound gesture.Es: Y así, la noche se volvió un nuevo inicio para ambos.En: And so, the night became a new beginning for both. Vocabulary Words:autumn: el otoñosky: el cielosand: la arenamemories: los recuerdoschildhood: la infanciadoubts: las dudashometown: el pueblo natalstars: las estrellasbackyard: el patio traseroreconciliation: la reconciliacióngesture: el gestobond: el lazoconfession: la confesiónblanket: la mantawind: el vientoplace: el lugarhomecoming: el regreso a casanightfall: el anochecerabroad: el extranjerocousin: el primo/la primahug: el abrazorelationship: la relaciónsibling: el hermano/la hermanavoice: la vozsilence: el silencioemotion: la emociónfear: el miedohand: la manodistance: la distanciabeginning: el inicio

Description:Some conversations are so good, they deserve a second life. As we've been building out our Chosen Family series — exploring what it actually takes to find, keep, and nurture the people who truly see you — we kept coming back to this tender conversation because it was resonant then but it hits differently now. Dr. Thema Bryant is a psychologist, author, professor, ordained minister, and former president of the American Psychological Association. Her books Matters of the Heart and Homecoming have resonated deeply with women navigating the beautiful, complicated work of belonging — and her clarity on what it means to truly come home to yourself is exactly the foundation this series needed. In this conversation, Jen and Amy dig into: Why midlife can feel isolating even when you're surrounded by people — and what's really going on beneath that loneliness How to grieve friendships that have run their season while making genuine room for new ones The difference between performing friendship and actually being emotionally available for it Why our wellness matters more than our loyalty — and what it looks like to stop sacrificing yourself in the name of showing up for everyone else Practical tools like writing vows to yourself and how to build community from scratch when one was never ready-made for you Because here's what we keep coming back to: you cannot truly choose people if you haven't first chosen yourself. This conversation is the starting place. Thought-provoking Quotes: When I observe someone making a polite but clear boundary, I respect it. I'm impressed. – Jen Hatmaker Can you come to the place where you admit, I miss myself? And myself is not my labor. Myself is not my role. Myself is a living soul and one of the things that feeds my soul are my friendships but those got neglected because I was told that to be a good leader or to be a good mom, I had to deprioritize the things that nourished me. – Dr. Thema Bryant If a community is not ready-made, something for you to join, it's something for you to create. – Dr. Thema Bryant Our wellness is more important than our loyalty. – Dr. Thema Bryant If you have the tendency of picking people who don't pick you, you're not emotionally available. If you were emotionally available when there was nothing flowing back to you, you would shift. But if you fear intimacy, closeness, or being seen and known, you will continue to pursue that which is fleeing you, because it is safer. This is true in friendships and romantic relationships. – Dr. Thema Bryant Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Matters of the Heart: Healing Your Relationship with Yourself and Those You Love by Dr. Thema Bryant - https://amzn.to/40XMql6 Homecoming: Overcome Fear and Trauma to Reclaim Your Whole, Authentic Self by Dr. Thema Bryant - https://amzn.to/4hVYQ4c The Homecoming Podcast with Dr. Thema Bryant - https://soundcloud.com/dr-thema-bryant-davis Guest's Links: Thema's website - https://drthema.com/ Thema's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dr.thema/ Thema's Twitter - https://x.com/drthema Thema's Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ThemaBryantDavis Thema's YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxpb1ZdNd6M99Fhaw09H81Q Thema's Podcast - https://soundcloud.com/dr-thema-bryant-davis Connect with Jen!Jen's Website - https://jenhatmaker.com/ Jen's Instagram - https://instagram.com/jenhatmakerJen's Twitter - https://twitter.com/jenHatmaker/ Jen's Facebook - https://facebook.com/jenhatmakerJen's YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/JenHatmaker The For the Love Podcast is presented by Audacy.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, we recap our four-day trip in a  @noovovans  Plus Class B camper van, and discuss the trade-offs of small spaces versus easier setup and mobility. Is a van in our future? We also discuss clickbait coverage of a camp host tragedy and a new Starlink cross-border verification requirement. *Get links and more in the show notes at https://RVMiles.com/408 *Support RV Miles and independent RV journalism

A mass shooting at Scissortail Campground near Arcadia Lake, Oklahoma that left one dead and 22 injured, a Florida murder-suicide involving campground hosts found dead in an RV at Ocean Pond Campground, health experts warn of sharply rising tick activity and the northward, longer-season spread of vibrio “flesh-eating” bacteria in warming coastal waters. Lippert (LCI) and Patrick Industries end merger talks, while a House bill is introduced that could make interest on qualifying RV loans tax-deductible. Winnebago unveils the Ram 5500-based Arca off-grid expedition vehicle, and Starlink rolls out international travel registration requiring passport and identity uploads for cross-border use.  The Liquified giveaway: https://liquifiedrv.com/ *Support RV Miles and independent RV journalism

A legend built on a lie. Or is it? Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler discuss DS9's first three-parter, Li Nalas's complicated myth, the rise of the Circle, and a father-son scene that carries more weight than it first appears.

A legend built on a lie. Or is it? Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and Fr. Jason Tyler discuss DS9's first three-parter, Li Nalas's complicated myth, the rise of the Circle, and a father-son scene that carries more weight than it first appears. The post The Homecoming (DS9) appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Happy Mindful Mobday Everyone!   What happens when the life you've built on paper—complete with a high-powered career in finance and consulting—no longer matches the truth of who you are? In this episode, Allie sits down with Alexis Leigh, a writer and advocate who walked away from the corporate grind to pursue a life of radical transformation. We dive into the core message of her debut book, Pain Is a Portal to Beauty, exploring how unconventional methods of self-healing can lead us back to ourselves. Alexis shares her perspective on the "Homecoming" process—returning to your true essence by embracing the unknown and allowing yourself to feel deeply. We discuss the bravery it takes to pivot, the power of unconventional healing modalities, and how to view your deepest struggles not as roadblocks, but as gateways to a more beautiful, authentic life. Meet Alexis Leigh Alexis Leigh is a writer, advocate, and the author of Pain Is a Portal to Beauty. With a professional foundation in finance and consulting, Alexis experienced a profound personal shift that led her toward a mission of self-healing and deep inner work. Today, she uses her voice and her writing to champion authenticity and transformation, guiding others to find the beauty on the other side of their pain.   In this episode, they discuss; The Sinking of the "Perfect" Life: Identifying the specific emotional and physical warning signs that signal it's time to stop pretending and acknowledge the truth. Detaching from the Success Mask: Navigating the profound fear and identity crisis that comes with letting go of a high-powered financial identity to prioritize healing. The Unconventional Path: How unconventional modalities and psychedelics can reveal layers of the subconscious that traditional talk therapy might never reach. The Practicality of Inner Work: A real-world look at what "unearthing buried pain" actually looks like for a beginner, moving from theory to daily practice. Miracles in the Mess: Stories of the unexpected gifts and breakthroughs that only appear once you stop resisting your deepest struggles. Pain as a Bridge to Intimacy: How the willingness to embrace your own suffering fundamentally changes and deepens your capacity for connection with others. Threshold Mindset Shifts: The essential shift in perspective needed to stop viewing pain as a problem to be solved and start seeing it as a portal to be entered. The Courage to Stay: A final call to action for the woman ready to stop running and finally welcome the full, unedited spectrum of her existence. How To Connect w| Alexis Website The Growth METHOD. FREE Membership◦ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join Here!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 1:1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ GROWTH MINDSET COACHING PROGRAMS!◦ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Application Form ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ What are the coaching sessions like?⁠⁠• Tailored weekly discussion questions and activities to spark introspection and self-discovery.• Guided reflections to help you delve deeper into your thoughts and feelings.• Thoughtfully facilitated sessions to provide maximum support, accountability, and growth.• Please apply for a FREE discovery call with me!• Allie's Socials• Instagram:@thegrowthmindsetgal• TikTok: @growthmindsetgal• Email: thegrowthmindsetgal@gmail.comLinks from the episode• Growth Mindset Gang ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Broadcast Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• Growth Mindset Gang ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• Growth Mindset Gal ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• Better Help Link: Save 10%SubstackDonate to GLOWIGloci 10% off Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How do you typically respond when life comes crashing down? Do you complain and sink into a season of despair, or do you turn to the LORD in confidence and trust?  In Ruth chapter one, Naomi returns to her home country after a decade of heavy hardships. What happened to this family, and where was God in all of it? How does God want you to respond when the walls come falling in on you? (The Book of Ruth, part 2)

You can't have Homecoming Month on a true crime-centric podcast if you don't include an episode of true crime television that actually has the word homecoming in the title. Homecoming queen, no less. Such is the case with the thirty-fifth episode of the twenty-fourth season of the always in a class by itself DATELINE entitled “The Hometown Hero and the Homecoming Queen.” If the match sounds too good to be true, congratulations, you're suspicious and jaded enough to enjoy this podcast! This tale starts with an Olympic Gold medalist (well, bronze, actually, but you get the idea) and ends with a hail of gunfire in a peaceful Oxnard, California neighborhood, and Eric's got big opinions about the final judgment.

Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: Homecoming and Reflections: An Israeli Independence Tale Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2026-05-10-07-38-19-he Story Transcript:He: האהל היה קטן וחמים, מוקף בגבעות גליליות וגבעות ירוקות של הגולן.En: The tent was small and warm, surrounded by the rolling hills and green mounds of the Golan.He: למעלה, השמים היו כחולים ובהירים, ורוח חמימה ליטפה את הפנים.En: Above, the sky was blue and clear, and a warm breeze caressed the face.He: מדובר היה ביום אביבי נהדר, יום העצמאות של ישראל.En: It was a wonderful spring day, Yom Ha'atzmaut, Israel's Independence Day.He: אלון עמד בפתח האוהל, נשם עמוקות והרהר על הזמן שעבר.En: Alon stood at the entrance of the tent, took a deep breath, and reflected on the time that had passed.He: "יעל," הוא קרא בעדינות, פונה לחברתו מילדות שעמדה בקרבת מקום.En: "Yael," he gently called, addressing his childhood friend who stood nearby.He: היא הביטה בו בחיוך רך, שערה נושב ברוח והיה נראה שהיא ממתינה למילים שלו.En: She looked at him with a soft smile, her hair blowing in the wind, and it seemed as if she was waiting for his words.He: "את זוכרת כשהיינו ילדים, היינו מטפסים על הגבעה הזאת?En: "Do you remember when we were kids, we used to climb that hill?"He: ""היו פעמים שאפילו חלמנו רחוק מכאן," השיבה יעל, עיניה מלאות זיכרונות.En: "There were times we even dreamed far beyond here," Yael replied, her eyes full of memories.He: היא הרגישה שבאותם רגעים, היא מגלה אצל אלון את הילד ששיחק איתה בזמן עבר.En: She felt that in those moments, she was discovering in Alon the child who used to play with her in the past.He: אלון חזר לגולן אחרי שנים רבות בחו"ל.En: Alon had returned to the Golan after many years abroad.He: חייו בעיר הגדולה השאירו אותו תשוש.En: His life in the big city had left him exhausted.He: הוא חיפש את מהות חייו.En: He was searching for the essence of his life.He: אולי במקום שבו התחיל הכל, הוא ימצא תשובות.En: Perhaps in the place where it all began, he would find answers.He: יעל, במשך השנים, נאחזה בקרקע ובמסורת הגולן.En: Yael, over the years, had clung to the land and the traditions of the Golan.He: היא הייתה שמחה ושקועה בחייה הקבועים.En: She was happy and immersed in her stable life.He: הערב ירד ובחווה נערכו חגיגות יום העצמאות.En: Evening fell, and in the farm, Yom Ha'atzmaut celebrations were taking place.He: הנוף מלא באורות.En: The landscape was full of lights.He: אלון חווה רגע כשתצפת בנערים מדליקים משואה, תובנה חדשה החלה להתגלות בתוכו.En: Alon experienced a moment as he watched the youths lighting a beacon, and a new insight began to reveal itself within him.He: האור סימל לו המשכיות ותקווה.En: The light symbolized continuity and hope for him.He: זו הייתה חוויה מחברת ומחזירה.En: It was a connecting and returning experience.He: "יש דברים שלא משתנים," אמר יעל, מבטם פוגש אחד בשני.En: "Some things don't change," said Yael, their gazes meeting each other.He: "אבל גם השינויים הם חלק מהחיים.En: "But changes are also part of life."He: "אלון ניקה את גרונו לפני שענה, "אולי השורשים שלי פה, ועדין אני יכול להמשיך לגדול למקומות אחרים.En: Alon cleared his throat before responding, "Maybe my roots are here, and yet I can continue to grow into other places."He: " שניהם הבינו שהקשר ביניהם חזק יותר מהמרחק ומההיבטים השונים של חייהם.En: Both of them understood that the bond between them was stronger than the distance and the different aspects of their lives.He: היו להם הרבה סיפורים לשתף וחלומות לפרום.En: They had many stories to share and dreams to unravel.He: אלון הבין שלא משנה היכן הוא נמצא, תמיד יישארו לו שורשים שיוכלו להחזיק אותו.En: Alon realized that no matter where he was, he would always have roots that could hold him.He: יעל גילתה שהיא יכולה להיות חלק מחייו של אלון, גם אם הם הולכים בכיוונים שונים.En: Yael discovered she could be part of Alon's life, even if they were heading in different directions.He: בלילות הבאים תחת שמיים זרועי כוכבים, אלון ויעל חלקו בקבין את הסיפורים והחלומות שלהם.En: In the nights that followed under starry skies, Alon and Yael shared their stories and dreams in the cabin.He: ידידותם התחזקה.En: Their friendship strengthened.He: כשעלה השחר החדש, הם ידעו שלמרות השינויים, תמיד יוכלו להיות שם אחד בשביל השני.En: When the new dawn rose, they knew that despite the changes, they could always be there for each other.He: שלום חדש נזרע בנפשותיהם.En: A new peace was sown in their souls. Vocabulary Words:rolling: גליליותmounds: גבעותcaressed: לטפהwonderful: נהדרreflected: הרהרclimb: מטפסיםexhausted: תשושessence: מהותclung: נאחזהimmersed: שקועהbeacon: משואהinsight: תובנהcontinuity: המשכיותsymbolized: סימלgazes: מבטםthroat: גרוןbond: קשרunravel: לפרוםroots: שורשיםstrengthened: התחזקהdawn: שחרpeace: שלוםsouls: נפשותgently: בעדינותsoft: רךmemories: זיכרונותdiscovering: מגלהbeyond: רחוקstable: קבועיםlandscape: נוףBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Rediscovering Roots: A Norwegian Homecoming on Grunnlovsdagen Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-05-10-22-34-01-no Story Transcript:No: Lars sto i den lille stua i hytta og kikket ut gjennom vinduet.En: Lars stood in the small living room of the cabin, looking out through the window.No: Fjorden glitret i vårsolen, og norske flagg vaiet stolt i vinden utenfor.En: The fjord glittered in the spring sun, and Norwegian flags waved proudly in the wind outside.No: Det var en vakker dag å feire grunnlovsdagen.En: It was a beautiful day to celebrate grunnlovsdagen (Constitution Day).No: Han kjente en varm bris som bar lukten av friske blomster inn i rommet.En: He felt a warm breeze carrying the scent of fresh flowers into the room.No: Rundt seg samlet familien seg; Maren, hans søster, smilte mens hun hjalp Ingrid, deres mor, med forberedelsene.En: Around him, the family gathered; Maren, his sister, smiled as she helped Ingrid, their mother, with the preparations.No: Lars hadde nettopp flyttet tilbake til Norge etter mange år i utlandet.En: Lars had just moved back to Norge (Norway) after many years abroad.No: Han hadde alltid følt en viss avstand til tradisjonene hjemme.En: He had always felt a certain distance from the traditions at home.No: Men nå, mens han befant seg i familiens hytte, ønsket han å finne tilbake til sine røtter.En: But now, as he found himself in the family's cabin, he wanted to reconnect with his roots.No: Maren så opp og fanget blikket hans.En: Maren looked up and caught his gaze.No: "Lars, vil du hjelpe oss med å henge opp flere flagg?" spurte hun med et vennlig smil.En: "Lars, would you help us hang up more flags?" she asked with a friendly smile.No: Han nikket, nølende i starten, men bestemte seg for å kaste seg ut i familietradisjonene.En: He nodded, hesitant at first, but decided to throw himself into the family traditions.No: Utenfor, mens de hektet opp små flagg rundt hytta, pratet de om minnene fra barndommen.En: Outside, while they hooked up small flags around the cabin, they chatted about childhood memories.No: Lars følte en liten glød i hjertet; kanskje var dette hans vei tilbake.En: Lars felt a small warmth in his heart; perhaps this was his way back.No: Da sollyset begynte å falme, samlet familien seg til middag.En: As the sunlight began to fade, the family gathered for dinner.No: Bordet var dekket med norsk mat, og luften var fylt av latter og glede.En: The table was set with Norwegian food, and the air was filled with laughter and joy.No: Da middagen var over, og tiden kom for å holde taler, reiste Lars seg.En: When dinner was over, and the time came for speeches, Lars stood up.No: Han kjente hvordan nervene bygde seg opp, men han visste dette var viktig.En: He felt the nerves building, but he knew this was important.No: "Kjære familie," begynte han, stemmen litt skjelven.En: "Dear family," he began, his voice a little shaky.No: "Jeg har vært borte lenge, men ingenting kan erstatte det å være her med dere på en dag som denne."En: "I've been away for a long time, but nothing can replace being here with you on a day like this."No: Lars fortalte om sine reiser, om lengselen etter kultur og hjemland, og om ønsket om å føle tilhørighet igjen.En: Lars spoke about his travels, his longing for culture and homeland, and the desire to feel connected again.No: Ordene hans traff familien, og han så tårer i øynene deres.En: His words touched the family, and he saw tears in their eyes.No: "Jeg vil gjenoppta tradisjonene våre, være en del av alt dette. Jeg har savnet det," avsluttet han.En: "I want to resume our traditions, be a part of all this. I've missed it," he concluded.No: En pause fulgte, fylt kun av lyden av vinden som flagret gjennom de norske flaggene.En: A pause followed, filled only with the sound of the wind fluttering through the Norwegian flags.No: Men så reiste Ingrid seg og slo armene sine rundt Lars.En: But then Ingrid stood up and wrapped her arms around Lars.No: "Vi er glade for å ha deg tilbake," sa hun med varm stemme.En: "We're glad to have you back," she said warmly.No: Maren nikket enig, og familien samlet seg rundt ham i en stor, kjærlig klem.En: Maren nodded in agreement, and the family gathered around him in a big, loving hug.No: Lars følte at han, for første gang på lenge, var der han skulle være.En: Lars felt that, for the first time in a long time, he was where he was meant to be.No: Sammen med dem han elsket, omfavnet av sine røtter og sin kultur.En: Together with those he loved, embraced by his roots and his culture.No: Den dagen innså han at uansett hvor livet tok ham, ville han alltid ha et hjem her, blant fjordene og flaggene som vaiet i vinden.En: That day he realized that no matter where life took him, he would always have a home here, among the fjords and the flags waving in the wind.No: Og mens skumringen senket seg over fjorden, følte han tilhørighet og trygge armer rundt seg.En: And as the dusk settled over the fjord, he felt a sense of belonging and secure arms around him.No: Hans søken etter å føle seg hjemme var fullført, for han var hjemme.En: His quest to feel at home was complete, for he was home. Vocabulary Words:cabin: hyttefjord: fjordglittered: glitretbreeze: brisscent: luktgathered: samletabroad: utlandetroots: røtterhesitant: nølendefaded: falmetshaky: skjelvenlonging: lengselpaused: pausesecure: tryggebelonging: tilhørighetquest: søkenhome: hjemfestivities: festligheterembraced: omfavnettradition: tradisjonwavering: flagrershimmer: skimmerspeech: talenerves: nerverconcluded: avsluttetfluttering: flagrendehug: klemnostalgia: nostalgiwarmth: varmegaze: blikk

This week, Scott was joined by Rev. Brooke Dooley, associate pastor of youth and young adults at Friends Congregational Church in College Station. Brooke also serves as the youth director for the South Central Conference of the United Church of Christ. Brooke discussed her call to ministry, from a closeted youth trying to find a space in College Station to a liberal activist; then, her journey to seminary and serving as a pastor back in the town she grew up in, where she is now able to provide hope and guidance for the next generation of kids needing a safe space. Scott and Brooke talked about the current political landscape, the questions young people are asking, and how faith communities can support younger generations. We hope you enjoy this episode and invite a friend to listen along. If you share it in your social media, make sure to tag us! To learn more or get involved, check out Texas Impact's Action Center at texasimpact.org. Get full access to Texas Impact at texasimpact.substack.com/subscribe

From Zion National Park after our first night in a Noovo Plus camper van, we discuss the termination of merger talks between Patrick Industries and Lippert Components, we interview with Paul from Noovo Vans, covering the company's Skoolie origin as “My Bus Hotel,” its pivot during COVID into manufacturing, its production process and quality control approach, listening to owner feedback, and its simplified model/option strategy and pricing philosophy.  *Get links and more in the show notes at https://RVMiles.com/408 *Support RV Miles and independent RV journalism

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Jason covers a busy week in RV and camping news as Washington's Department of Natural Resources will fully close four campgrounds for the 2026 season and reduce services elsewhere; California proposes three new state parks in the Central Valley; An update on the potential Lippert (LCI) and Patrick Industries merger includes a letter from Senator Mike Lee seeking details due to antitrust concerns; RV shipments fell in March, and more. 'Get free shipping on orders over $99 at Etrailer: https://www.etrailer.com/vehicle-finder.aspx?etam=p0001 ****************************** Connect with RV Miles:  RV Miles Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/rvmiles Shop the RV Miles Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/rvmiles RV Miles Mailing List: https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist Mile Marker Membership: https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers Tickets for HOMECOMING go on sale for Mile Marker members on April 1st and for the general public on May 1st. Learn more at: https://RVMiles.com/homecoming 00:00 Intro 00:28 Washington Campground Cuts 01:41 California Park Expansion 02:46 Alabama Gulf RV Resort 03:47 Sponsor Etrailer 04:33 Merger Antitrust Scrutiny 08:28 RV Shipments Slide 09:26 Airstream Parts Policy 10:08 Airstream F1 Track Tow 10:32 Grand Design Roof Upgrade 11:18 Fantasy Raises Money 12:09 Outro

Doug is his Cardinal pajamas cheering for the Pirates. Alex Ferrario helped us warm it up in here. A standing vasectomy appointment. Yesterday's weather conditions. Steve Templeton is an innings eater. Where is Lix now that LIV has cancelled another event? Weather conspiracy theories. A career popcorn maker. Tiger Tiger. Old school tornado drills. Nice story, Boomer. Sven, The Hedge Fund Guy.Night Swimming. A Jim Dandy last night in Pittsburgh. Petey Pages getting the offense going. Homecoming for JJ. Audio supercut of the 9th inning rally. Not the same old Pirates. Oli Marmol talking about the win. Good starts from Dustin May.Blow the Whistle. Happy Birthday Too $hort. Audio of Mike Francesa saying he doesn't know Carlos Mendoza then realizes he has to know everyone. Ken Rosenthal talking about the debacle in Boston. I like pale hoes. Pete Abraham of the Boston Globe speculating that Craig Breslow didn't want to be the next victim of a Red Sox transition period where executives get fired and not the players. Does Carpenter remember the shush?Jeremy Rutherford's offseason predictions in The Athletic. Will Kyrou be back? Addressing the Brady Tkachuk conversation. Does Brady know about the free zoo? The Mizzou Tiger Club speaking thing. Live logistics. Surprise guest Josh Schertz calls in to chastise us for talking Mizzou. Jackson's Eight Figure NIL offer. High usage player. Celebrating this year's team at Chaifetz tonight. The ongoing "feud" with Robbie Avila. Negotiations move quickly.You get an eight figure offer and you start getting a little condescending. Road to Perdition is a tough watch. Larry Nickel on the lines and doesn't seem to be upset with The Chairman anymore. We get the wrestling rundown from last night. It's not Oscar. A Bronx Tale. The church stands with Tim.Wichita Lineman. The Geyer Inn. Sending an APB out for Earl. The Porta Potty Guy and Steve Urkel. McGreevy and the boys were happy with the Busch Stadium crowds this weekend. Pirates don't know who they're starting tonight. Little nubber. Ask Tiger Mike.Hello Brody. Brody's not happy with the pitching staff. Brody's not ready to act like this is a playoff team. Switching topics real quick. Billiken transfers for next season. Elijah Strong. Mizzou draft picks. Local connection. Down on the Penguins. Back on the Pirates. Brody's on board with Navy Caps on the Road. Brody could do 4 hours no problem.The Design Aire Heating & Cooling E-Mail of the DayPirates still haven't announced their starting pitcher for tonight. The Phillies have fired manager Rob Thomson. Don Mattingly back in the dugout in Philadelphia.A tradition unlike any other, Jeff Suppan back for his 10th straight day. Top 'O' the Morning. May or may not be starting tonight in Pittsburgh. Can still locate the fastball but it's super slow. What MPH could he hit nowadays? How a manager getting fired affects the clubhouse. Clubhouse awareness of certain situations. Soup's scheduled day off tomorrow. Has he spoken with Carp about filling in? Sounds like he's VERY interested.Happy Birthday David Freese. Was his Game 6 the greatest game of any Cardinal player in history? Was this the worst coaching sound byte in history?And the winner of the Design Aire Heating & Cooling EMOTD is...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00-31:31) Doug is his Cardinal pajamas cheering for the Pirates. Alex Ferrario helped us warm it up in here. A standing vasectomy appointment. Yesterday's weather conditions. Steve Templeton is an innings eater. Where is Lix now that LIV has cancelled another event? Weather conspiracy theories. A career popcorn maker. Tiger Tiger. Old school tornado drills. Nice story, Boomer. Sven, The Hedge Fund Guy.(31:39-45:40) Night Swimming. A Jim Dandy last night in Pittsburgh. Petey Pages getting the offense going. Homecoming for JJ. Audio supercut of the 9th inning rally. Not the same old Pirates. Oli Marmol talking about the win. Good starts from Dustin May.(45:50-1:07:33) Blow the Whistle. Happy Birthday Too $hort. Audio of Mike Francesa saying he doesn't know Carlos Mendoza then realizes he has to know everyone. Ken Rosenthal talking about the debacle in Boston. I like pale hoes. Pete Abraham of the Boston Globe speculating that Craig Breslow didn't want to be the next victim of a Red Sox transition period where executives get fired and not the players. Does Carpenter remember the shush?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jason and Abby answer a listener question about affordable travel-day lunches before discussing common RV purchases new RVers don't need to buy immediately: RV-specific toilet paper, pricey hiking boots/outdoor clothing, tent-camping gadgets, camping memberships, and more. Plus, one state is getting 3 new state parks, while another is shuttering state park campgrounds to keep their system afloat.  *Get links and more in the show notes at https://RVMiles.com/406 *Support RV Miles and independent RV journalism