Podcasts about Hugs

Ok, I won't write about this in third person, like that headline, so as not to confuse anyone! It's us! Janie & Paul. And we're here to let you know we will be once again watching the latest season of SOUTHERN CHARM on Peacock to record our bonus podcast episodes for maximum enjoyment. Subscribe to please go on the season 11 Southern Charm journey with us. Do you need to watch the show to listen along? No! Many of our bonus listeners DO NOT watch it but still mainline the pod eps for an extra dose of absurdity!Our first episode is landing here behind the paywall, just to let you know we are BACK, BABY! Let the Damp Trash Games BEGIN!!!!!!!!!!Hugs,Janie & PFT This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit weekendwater.substack.com/subscribe

Rose brings the dramatic story of John Delorean to light, Emily enjoys the ride. Recorded, edited & mixed by Emdognightmare & Queen of the Vans Production & research Queen of the Vans & Emdognightmare Find us: Car Krush Stay updated w/ our newsletter Hugs, thank you & high fives to Greg Meleney for the killer tunez!

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he dives into today's top stories shaping America and the world. In this episode of The Wright Report, Bryan takes listeners across Venezuela, Colombia, Mexico, and Chile to reveal a regional battle between the Left and the Right. He then connects these global trends to the rise of Democratic Socialism in the United States and explains what a socialist future for America would look like in the words of the Democratic Socialists of America themselves. Trump Weighs Strikes in Venezuela and Colombia: The USS Gerald Ford carrier strike group has arrived off the Venezuelan coast with fifteen thousand U.S. troops in the region. Trump says he will not rule out military action or even ground forces against the Maduro regime, which the State Department has formally labeled a terrorist organization. Maduro has offered Trump access to Venezuela's massive oil reserves in exchange for staying in power, and the White House is openly considering all options. In Colombia, Marxist president Gustavo Petro continues to defend his past with the M-19 terror group. Trump signaled he is willing to hit Colombian drug labs if necessary, saying he would be "proud" to destroy them. Mexico Erupts Over Cartel Violence: Mexico City saw a weekend of violent protests that left one hundred officers injured. Outrage grew after the assassination of a popular mayor in Michoacan by a cartel-recruited teen. Protesters blasted President Claudia Sheinbaum's approach of "Hugs, Not Bullets," arguing it has empowered cartels and left communities defenseless. Younger Mexicans filled the streets, furious that their country remains trapped between socialist leadership and cartel domination. Chile Rejects the Far Left: Seventy percent of Chilean voters backed conservative candidates in the first round of the presidential election. Jose Kast, a conservative Catholic with nine children, will face Communist Party member Jeanne Jara in the December runoff. Voters say crime, cartels, and mass illegal migration have pushed the nation to the breaking point. Kast has vowed to secure the border with walls and landmines, expand prisons, and cut leftist funding that has fueled unrest and economic decline. The Bigger Picture: A Hemisphere in Revolt: Across Latin America, leftist governments are collapsing under crime, corruption, and failed socialist policies. Voters in Bolivia, Argentina, Ecuador, Panama, and El Salvador have already swung to the Right. Europe is shifting too. Yet the United States is moving in the opposite direction. Cities like New York and Seattle are embracing radical Democratic Socialists who draw inspiration from Latin American Marxists. What a Socialist America Would Look Like: Bryan walks through the Democratic Socialists of America's own strategy document from 2012. The group calls for abolishing private business, seizing the means of production, replacing entrepreneurs with government bureaucrats, and using the Democratic Party as a host to move the country toward Marxism. DSA leaders admit there is no blueprint for how their system would work and acknowledge the violent history of Marxist regimes. Their model depends on free housing, free jobs, free education, and government assigned careers funded by an undefined source. Bryan warns that the movement is already advancing inside the Democratic Party with leaders like AOC and Zohran Mamdani openly following the playbook.   "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32     Keywords: Trump Venezuela USS Gerald Ford, Maduro cartel de los soles terrorism, Gustavo Petro M-19 Colombia strikes, Mexico City cartel protests Claudia Sheinbaum, Michoacan mayor assassination cartel teen, Chile election Jose Kast Jeanne Jara, Democratic Socialists of America 2012 document, DSA seize means of production, Mamdani AOC Democratic Party strategy

The Op hopes you're comfy. Because this is a long, wild ride. Gary Michael Hilton, or as he likes to call himself, "The Beast of Blood Mountain," is captured in pristine police CCTV quality, explaining all of his heinous acts during a marathon interrogation that lasted over 4 hours! Watch the entire thing here. Hugs? ❤️The Op is giving away 30 days of FREE, unlimited Patreon.Just email him for the link: ⁠info@1159media.com⁠

The guy on the phone today says he left his date alone in his apartment and when he came back she was ready to BOLT away. We’re gonna try to figure out what spooked her in your Second Date Update podcast!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The guy on the phone today says he left his date alone in his apartment and when he came back she was ready to BOLT away. We’re gonna try to figure out what spooked her in your Second Date Update podcast!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The guy on the phone today says he left his date alone in his apartment and when he came back she was ready to BOLT away. We’re gonna try to figure out what spooked her in your Second Date Update podcast!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Emily dives deep into a wild conspiracy at the height of the muscle car era. Rose gets judgy with the GTO SHOW NOTES Pontiac GTO tiger comercial Recorded, edited & mixed by Emdognightmare & Queen of the Vans Production & research Queen of the Vans & Emdognightmare Find us: Car Krush Stay updated w/ our newsletter Hugs, thank you & high fives to Greg Meleney for the killer tunez!

This Veterans Day episode brings together three service members living with ALS—Liz Fassler (Army), Ron Faretra (Air Force), and John Hudacek (Army)—to share how the discipline, teamwork, and purpose they learned in uniform now guide them through life with this disease. They talk candidly about the realities of ALS, the unique challenges and resources available to veterans, and the importance of building a strong support team. Through stories from the field and insights from daily life, they offer both practical guidance and a reminder that courage doesn't end when service ends—it evolves.  Thanks for listening and sharing with a friend.  Hugs, LorriFollow and see what's coming next: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, LinkedIn.

In this episode I respond to voicemails, and text messages from you! Want to be apart of the show. Send me a question in text or leave a voicemail. I will play and read your messeges on the show and provide a response. should be fun. I hope... Hugs and kisses. JB. 

This doesn't surprise me!Dave was joined by Hollywood actor John C.Reilly ahead of his 'Mister Romantic' show, which comes to Dublin's Ambassador Theatre on November 20,

National hug a bear day. Entertainment from 2013. Women banned from wearing trousers in Paris, Bomb expolodes in US Capitol, Largest LSD lab found in Kansas. Todays birthdays - Marrie Curie, Billy Graham, Dee Clark, Johnny Rivers, Joni Mitchell, Christopher Knight, Marcus Luttrell, Adam DeVine, Lorde. Elenor Roosevelt died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran     https://www.diannacorcoran.com/Bear hug - Jungle JamRoyals - LordeThat's my kind of night - Luke BryanBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent      http://50cent.com/Rain drops - Dee ClarkBaby, I need your loving - Johnny RiversBig yellow taxi - Joni MitchellTeam - LordeExit - Never go home - Payton Howie  https://paytonhowie.com/ countryundergroundradio.com History & Factoids about today webpage

Every Friday, we open the phone lines and give you a chance to call out or commend anyone you think deserves it. Call 1-877-332-8255 and join the conversation!

This week Rose shares her memories of her best friend Mark McBride. Recorded, edited & mixed by Emdognightmare & Queen of the Vans Production & research Queen of the Vans & Emdognightmare Find us: Car Krush Stay updated w/ our newsletter Hugs, thank you & high fives to Greg Meleney for the killer tunez!

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The best Rhythm and Blues music. Sit back and get your R&B fix.Loves and Hugs this week to allHey got a song, maybe dedication, how you like the show or even a thought. Hook me up @oldschoolthrowdowms@gmail.com.

Five-year-old Leo Fuller of Hurricane, Utah, was playing outside with neighborhood friends when a dog he tried to embrace suddenly turned and bit him in the face, leaving devastating injuries. A South Carolina death row inmate who once taunted investigators with messages written in his victim’s blood has chosen to die by firing squad. Drew Nelson reports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

During our hiatus, we continue to delve into the spooky world of Ravenloft in Jesters of Ravenloft! Jesters of Ravenloft is a D&D 5e podcast where a group of comedians are sucked into Dungeons & Dragons - and now it's up to them to become heroes and escape Ravenloft! You can find the more than 160 episodes of Jesters of Ravenloft on whatever podcatcher you're using to listen to this episode now!In the previous episode... The troupe finally got outfitted in their fighting gear! Now that they've accepted the role of the Chosen One and his entourage, the troupe learned that they'll have to defeat the three great evils over the next three days, or they'll be executed as pretenders who took advantage of the prophecy. The only question now is: can they make it to the Black Knight and steal his helm before nightfall, and before the Black Knight comes for them?Featuring players Tyler Hewitt, Del Borovic, Guy Bradford, and Adam McNamara, and Dungeon Master Ryan LaPlante.Jesters of Ravenloft streams live every Wednesday at 7:30pm ET on Twitch (https://www.twitch.tv/dumbdumbdice)Enjoying Jesters of Ravenloft?- Consider supporting the show for as little as $1 a month to get BTS fun, an ad-free feed, and even add your own character to the podcast! (https://dumbdumbdice.com/join)- Buy merch on our website (https://dumbdumbdice.com/)- Follow us on social media: @dumbdumbdice- Watch our video episodes on YouTube (https://youtube.com/@dumbdumbdice) Artwork by the brilliant Del Borovic- Website & Portfolio (https://delborovic.com/), @deltastic on socialsTheme song by Sound Gallery by Dmitry Taras- YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@soundgallerybydmitrytaras)- Pixabay (https://pixabay.com/music/fantasy-dreamy-childrens-dark-mysterious-halloween-night-scary-creepy-spooky-horror-music-116551/)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ask David: What's the best way to do Positive Reframing? Is the "20 Qualities I'm Looking for in an Ideal Mate" reliable?  And, How can I tell if someone I'm dating is REALLY honest, loyal, and faithful? The answers to today's questions are brief and were written prior to the show. Listen to the podcast for a more in-depth discussion of each question. Julia asks: is it more important to do positive reframing on feelings (anxiety, anger, frustration) rather than on specific thoughts («I should be calmer»)? Charlotte asks: What's the best way to use the "20 Qualities I'm looking for in an ideal mate?" Charlotte also asks: What's the best way to find out if someone you're dating is going to be loyal, faithful, and honest?   Julia asks: is it more important to do positive reframing on feelings (anxiety, anger, frustration) rather than on specific thoughts («I should be calmer»)?  Dear David and Rhonda, I listened today to the Podcast 460 on The fear of Happiness. What a wonderful podcast! I love the deeper dives on one topic and especially when you focus on discussing positive reframing. If Rhonda felt like she didn't do her best on the podcast, I definitely was struggling a lot even on coming up with positives for Thomas. And It's been some years since I positively reframe my feelings! Here is my question: Why is it more important to do positive reframing on feelings (anxiety, anger, frustration) rather than on specific thoughts («I should be calmer»)? I always find it easier and more helpful for myself to positively reframe the specific thoughts rather than the feelings. I specifically see the reason why a thought is both serving me and saying something so awesome about me and my core values. It usually elevates my mood and my overthinking on the spot. On the other hand doing it on feelings is also very helpful but can remain sometimes on the general level. It still speaks truly to me and I confirm every value but is less poignant than specific thoughts. Thank you both so much for such a wonderful podcast! All the best, Julia from Italy David's Response Thanks, will add this to the next Ask David list. Great question! One thing to keep in mind is that you can do Positive Reframing on anything: a thought, a distortion, an emotion, a behavior, and more. So, the answer is, "it all depends!" On the podcast, we can try to figure out what it all depends on, so we have a systematic way of thinking about this great question. But part of the answer will be, "whatever works for you." The PR of a thought is more specific and unique to you, so that's a plus for including thoughts along with some of the feelings. The feelings are great because they are relatively easy, if you know how to PR them, and the impact can be enormous and, of course, beneficial. Warmly, david Charlotte asks: What's the best way to use the "20 Qualities I'm looking for in an ideal mate?" Is this tool reliable? Charlotte also asks: What's the best way to find out if someone you're dating is going to be loyal, faithful, and honest? Dear David and dear Rhonda, I love the Podcast so much! It has come with me the last 2 years almost every week and its been incredibly helpful both as a therapist to be and as a human being doing this crazy thing called life! You two put so much of your heart into it and I am beyond grateful for all your hard work and what you give to all of us for free every week of the year. I don't know where I would be without TEAM and what I know for sure is I never wanna live without TEAM and this beautiful community of kind, funny and big hearted people anymore. Big thanks to both of you and Matt May and all the people who agreed to publish their personal work. Those episodes are extra special for me and always help me overcome my own struggles even more! Hugs from Berlin, Germany Charlotte I also have a question regarding your episodes around Dating. OMG I can't tell you how helpful they were for me. I am going through a pretty painful break up right now and these episodes gave me so many tips for my future endeavors of dating to find a life partner! So, I would be more than thrilled about another or more podcasts going through that topic! I have two questions regarding Dating that came up for me along the way: There is this sheet I use often and was mentioned called "20 qualities in a partner." I love this and rated all my exes in hindsight and also people I dated e.g. my then boyfriend. My boyfriend got a way higher score than my exes at the time and now that we are broken up I reviewed that list. Knowing what I know now the score changed quite a bit which confused me a lot. Now I am wondering how reliable this list is especially if you don't know the person very well in the beginning. How do you handle this list when you're on your first date--let's say--and barely know that person? It's hard to rate someone on availability, loyalty, honesty and so forth when you don't know them yet?! Is there a trick you can do to find that out quicker and do you recommend to review that list after every date and see if you can rate them more realistically now? My second question is a bit similar. How can you slowly find out how trustworthy, empathetic, honest, loyal, faithful a person is? Interestingly enough since my score on both anxiety and depression is 0 for most of the time the last 2 years, I had two bad experiences in dating. Both my partners were unfaithful and dishonest about it. Which is interesting for me because my two long term boyfriends were at a time, I was struggling with anxiety and both of them were very loyal, warm, faithful and very much involved in our relationship. So, I feel like my anxiety motivated me to choose very carefully and now that I am doing really good in life and love being by myself and don't need a relationship anymore but want to have a life partner and marry eventually I kind seem to choose more poorly when it comes to partners. I hope my questions make any sense! Warmly, Charlotte David's response Thanks Charlotte. I'll add these to our upcoming Ask David recording. Great questions on dating, one of my favorite topics! Warmly, david Thanks for listening today! Rhonda, Matt, and David

Chilli and Kidd share their Halloween update. A $20,000 robot that can clean your home. Singles Are Paying $200 To Meet Up And Hug Strangers. MYM...In the heart of Veterans Park in New Carrollton, a quiet change is taking root—one that's about fresh fruit, shared space and community hope. CALLERS...How has time changed messed you up?

This month marks four years since the very first episode of Reflections Radio. Four years of music, emotions, and countless moments shared through sound. This isn’t just a mix; it’s a reflection of the path we’ve shared together — of nights, ideas, and feelings turned into sound. And to celebrate this milestone, we’ll be bringing Reflect back to Garage 442 (Barcelona) next Friday, November 7th, for a very special anniversary night. Whether you’re at home, driving, or on the dancefloor, let yourself drift and feel every moment of this musical journey. Thank you for being part of this frequency month after month. Your presence and energy keep this alive. - Like every month, for 2 hours the best worldwide sounds of the electronic scene will impact your soul. Compiled and Mixed by Alan Dorve. More info www.alandorve.com Tracklist: 01. Sahar – Jokers 02. Michael Ritter, Felix E – Flicker (Christopher Schwarzwälder Remix) 03. STS, KCPK – Everything Is... (Waltervelt Remix) 04. GHEIST, 8Kays – Flowers & Guns (Original Mix) 05. Modelers – Rhythm Chasers (Phunkadelica Rework) 06. CultureKind – Aura (Original Mix) 07. Far&High & pizzaaftersex – Rabbit Hole (Sasha Carassi Remix) 08. Yoram – Invisible Force 09. ID ID – Oddity (Tomy Wahl Remix) 10. So Good – Hansel (AFFKT Big Kahuna Edit) 11. Carl Bee – OneDerWat 12. SONNIY – Rockin 13. Vladis Cue – Been Like (Rodrigo AM Remix) 14. AYU (UA) – Feel It (Original Mix) 15. Rodg – Wasting (Extended Mix) 16. Allen Hulsey – Come Over Again (Damon Jee Remix) 17. Mariz, Emiliano Demarco – Cyborg (Extended Mix) 18. Nihil Young – Deep Inside 19. Pavel Petrov, Christian Nielsen – Blame 20. Argy, John Cala – BOOM 21. DJ Renat, TuraniQa – Do You Want It (Hiwater Remix Extended) 22. Criss Source – Hugs’n Kisses (Peter Makto Remix) 23. Kalipo – Crimson Rain (Club Version) 24. John Digweed, Marc Romboy, Nick Muir – Sigani Meomchun 25. Matt, George Z – Down Low (Extended Mix) 26. Knorst, Encounter (BR) – Greed (Extended Mix) 27. Shouse – Sunrise (Henri Bergmann Extended Remix) 28. Seizmic (UK) – Gridlock Groove 29. Joris Voorn & Goodboys – Utopia (Korolova Extended Remix) 30. Röyksopp – Do It Again (feat. Robyn) (AFFKT Remix) 31. Who Else, Zagitar – Nothing (Original Mix)

This is an episode of Nate's old podcast The NateCast that features the story of the time Johnny and Nate got pulled over and detained at gunpoint in 2016. Yeah, that kind of gun. Check it out. Hugs. Nick the intern

This week Emily gets artsy over the man behind CARTdepartment.         SHOW NOTES: Larry Warsh interview Jay Z, Kanye West Otis music video Lots of CART car pics  @cartdept Recorded, edited & mixed by Emdognightmare & Queen of the Vans Production & research Queen of the Vans & Emdognightmare Find us: Car Krush Stay updated w/ our newsletter Hugs, thank you & high fives to Greg Meleney for the killer tunez!

Heyyyyyyy!! #LetsPardeePrayerAndPunkRock is Back!!  In this 4th episode of Season10 we Jesus Jam and catch up with you guys! It's shorter than normal. We open the show woth Good God Almighty by Crowder who we saw Sat. We're hoping to do more videos and make them shorter. Have you guys missed us? We missed yall! Thanks for watching! How has Jesus blessed your life in the last few months? Hugs #letspardeeprayerandpunkrock #GoodGodAlmighty #crowder #scarlettrose2025 #thensomebodyprayed Would you like and share ? Hugssss

What's it like to finally embrace a loved one after more than 700 days in Hamas captivity? Pastor Jim Scudder sits down with Moshe Levi, brother-in-law of recently freed hostage Omri Miran, to hear this powerful story of faith, endurance, and answered prayer. Join InGrace for a moving conversation about hope in the face of unimaginable darkness.

Send us a textIn this heart-forward episode, Julie sits down with author and “rebel hugger” Melinda Lee Schmitt to explore the healing power of hugs, courageous boundaries, and how to follow your inner rebel—that calm, authentic voice inside that guides you toward truth. We talk about practicing 20-second hugs, reading energy and consent, loving ourselves first, and the surprising path that led Melinda to serve as a church “vibe keeper.” If you've been craving deeper connection without abandoning your own needs, this one's for you.

The guys open the show talking about Woody Johnson still believing in Aaron Glenn and throwing Justin Fields under the bus. Plus, the guys give their NBA opening night reactions + an unretired player on ICYMI! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Emily gets buried, Rose gives the listeners what they want. Rose's grandpa buries a Cadillac  Vanta Baby Recorded, edited & mixed by Emdognightmare & Queen of the Vans Production & research Queen of the Vans & Emdognightmare Find us: Car Krush Stay updated w/ our newsletter Hugs, thank you & high fives to Greg Meleney for the killer tunez!

Episode #103 – Melinda Lee "From Hugs to Healing: Melinda's Story" In this engaging conversation, I talk with Melinda Lee about her exploration of the transformative power of hugs, gratitude, and self-love. Melinda shares her unique journey of hugging everyone she encountered for a year, emphasizing the importance of connection and acceptance. She relates the challenges faced during this journey, the impact of sharing love, and the role of mental health in the creative process. We also delve into energy healing, animal communication, and the nature of grief and unconditional love, ultimately reflecting on the continuation of life beyond death. https://melindaleeschmitt.com/

Trick or treating for hugs, $10, and popcornWhat's the coolest thing you've gotten? Support the show and follow us here Twitter, Insta, Apple, Amazon, Spotify and the Edge!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode Emily dives into the legend of the 1983 Corvette. Rose talks about her time working in a corvette shop & upcoming projects.  Crush Them All article Recorded, edited & mixed by Emdognightmare & Queen of the Vans Production & research Queen of the Vans & Emdognightmare Find us: Car Krush Stay updated w/ our newsletter Hugs, thank you & high fives to Greg Meleney for the killer tunez!

Episode Notes In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Rami and Shannon celebrate their 300th episode by discussing the importance of giving oneself unplanned moments of joy, inspired by a quote from Agent Dale Cooper of Twin Peaks. They explore the concept of daily presents, sharing personal examples and emphasizing the need to embrace spontaneity in self-care.

Friday vibes, and tips for your next girls night!

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This week we go into Chinese luxury and Rose's new project.  Huawei Maextro S800 Rolling Coffins sweet comercial  Recorded, edited & mixed by Emdognightmare & Queen of the Vans Production & research Queen of the Vans & Emdognightmare Find us: Car Krush Stay updated w/ our newsletter Hugs, thank you & high fives to Greg Meleney for the killer tunez!  

Episode Notes In this episode, Rami and Shannon discuss Haruki Murakami's memoir, 'What I Talk About When I Talk About Running,' exploring themes of discipline, creativity, and the relationship between physical endurance and mental resilience. They delve into the importance of consistency over motivation, the connection between physical health and mental work, and the acceptance of limitations while focusing on the process rather than the outcome.

“What does it mean to receive Jesus in Holy Communion? It's like Jesus is giving us a big hug, saying, ‘I love you so much. I want you to be close to me always,'” says Russell Pollitt, S.J., pastor of Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Johannesburg and chaplain to Catholic elementary and middle schools, to the children preparing for their First Communion. Russell uses vivid, everyday examples—birthdays, friends, hugs and gifts—to help children grasp God's particular love for them. His First Communion homily avoids the often abstract sacramental and Eucharistic theology, inviting all in the parish community—children, parents, guardians and catechists—to “imagine Jesus giving you a big hug today” and encounter God's love in the Eucharist. Part of the Preaching for the Sacraments series, in this episode “Preach” host Ricardo da Silva, S.J., talks with Russell about how this accessible approach helps the entire community experience Jesus as a friend. By engaging the congregation as a whole in deepening their faith alongside the children, “we can together form future disciples whose hearts are on fire with the love of Jesus.” 00:00 – Why first communion is really about God's love 01:30 – Meet Father Russell Pollitt, Jesuit priest in Johannesburg 03:39 – How kids see God—and how we can help them see love 04:01 – First communion is for those in need, not the perfect 06:42 – Sacraments are about community, not checking boxes 08:37 – Should you focus on the sacrament, scripture, or the feast? 11:11 – A first communion homily that actually connects with kids and adults 19:53 – Talking directly to kids: why it matters 25:21 – Do we celebrate sacraments or receive them? Why it matters 31:54 – Preaching sacraments in schools vs. parishes 43:05 – The core message every child should take with them Support Preach—subscribe at americamagazine.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emily talks about the best worst car while Rose goes off the tracks with a secret topic. Kind of good AI Chevette video  Check out Rose's favorite train vids: Big Steam, 50 Years of Southern Pacific Locomotives, 50 Years of Santa Fe Locomotives, Last Days of Steam Rolling Coffins comercial Recorded, edited & mixed by Emdognightmare & Queen of the Vans Production & research Queen of the Vans & Emdognightmare Find us: Car Krush Stay updated w/ our newsletter Hugs, thank you & high fives to Greg Meleney for the killer tunez!

Click here to receive today's free gift on the Radio Page: My Baby Has a Disability – Shauna Amick shares her story of having a child prenatally diagnosed with Down syndrome. In the midst of her enormous questions and fears, Shauna learned that God has a one-of-a-kind purpose for every child—each one uniquely formed in his image. Shauna invites you to dream new dreams for yourself and your precious child. Use the coupon code: RADIOGIFT for free shipping!*Limit one copy per person* --------Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org. Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.

Emily talks about the best worst car while Rose goes off the tracks with a secret topic. Kind of good AI Chevette video  Check out Rose's favorite train vids: Big Steam, 50 Years of Southern Pacific Locomotives, 50 Years of Santa Fe Locomotives, Last Days of Steam Rolling Coffins comercial Recorded, edited & mixed by Emdognightmare & Queen of the Vans Production & research Queen of the Vans & Emdognightmare Find us: Car Krush Stay updated w/ our newsletter Hugs, thank you & high fives to Greg Meleney for the killer tunez!

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Don't have time to listen to the entire Dave & Chuck the Freak podcast? Check out some of the tastiest bits of the day, including Dave hugging Jason’s wife, guy stabbed his brother in the nuts, what little flaws have you grown accustomed to with your partner?, and more!

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In this Happy Hour Chat, I talk with Tina Cascio, Mira Hudson and Kelly McGinn, all young women who share their journey living with ALS after being diagnosed in their 20's and 30's.  John Driskell Hopkins of Zac Brown Band who is also battling ALS joins the conversation too. We discuss finding community, maintaining independence, and embracing joy despite a terminal diagnosis.  Tina has familial ALS with the SOD1 mutation and has been living with it for nearly five years.  Kelly was diagnosed two years ago and is balancing motherhood and ALS.  Mira had symptoms since age 14 but was misdiagnosed for years before her ALS diagnosis at 24.  John (Hop) continues performing with Zac Brown Band and will play at the Sphere in Las Vegas in December.  The ladies share their fun experience attending a retreat in Cape Cod with 40 other Her ALS Story members.  I love how they each emphasize the importance of community over isolation when battling this terminal illness.  Follow Her ALS Story and witness the incredible strength of this group.  Join John Driskell Hopkins for Harmony for Hope on October 18th in Atlanta, a fundraising gala for ALS research featuring world-class singer-songwriters in an intimate format.  Thanks for listening and sharing with a friend.  Hugs, LorriFollow and see what's coming next: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, LinkedIn.

We meet the woman sending hugs from Texas in the form of a quilt. Connie Kortz set up a network of volunteer quilters, who make them for people who are in need. Called 'Hugs from Texas' -- the group donated quilted blankets to the families affected by the devastating floods earlier this year.Also, find out about the traditional ceremony that takes place for the first time a baby laughs. We go to the football match between Dulwich Hamlet FC and Altonaer which is celebrating 100 years of friendship.The Happy Pod is our weekly collection of inspiring, uplifting and happy news from around the world.