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Fluent Fiction - Catalan: From Solitude to Connection: Jordi's Snowy Realization Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ca/episode/2025-11-20-08-38-20-ca Story Transcript:Ca: El vent fred xiulava entre les branques dels roures antics del bosc de Montjuïc, on Jordi caminava en silenci, esperant trobar la pau que tant anhelava.En: The cold wind whistled among the branches of the ancient oak trees in the Montjuïc forest, where Jordi walked in silence, hoping to find the peace he so longed for.Ca: Les fulles groguenques i marrons formaven una catifa sota els seus peus, però aquella tardor amagava una sorpresa: una tempesta de neu inesperada.En: The yellow and brown leaves formed a carpet under his feet, but that autumn hid a surprise: an unexpected snowstorm.Ca: Jordi coneixia cada racó d'aquella muntanya.En: Jordi knew every corner of that mountain.Ca: La boscositat del terreny era un refugi per al seu esperit inquiet, que sovint buscava escapar de la vida sorollosa de Barcelona.En: The woodland terrain was a refuge for his restless spirit, which often sought to escape the noisy life of Barcelona.Ca: No obstant això, aquella nit, la natura havia decidit desafiar la seva saviesa i confiança.En: However, that night, nature had decided to challenge his wisdom and confidence.Ca: El cel es va enfosquir ràpidament.En: The sky darkened quickly.Ca: Flocs de neu van començar a caure amb intensitat, cobrint el terra en un mantell blanc.En: Snowflakes began to fall heavily, covering the ground in a white blanket.Ca: Jordi, bocabadat, va adonar-se que havia subestimat la muntanya.En: Jordi, astonished, realized he had underestimated the mountain.Ca: La visibilitat va minvar, i el camí que tan bé coneixia es va esvair sota la nevada.En: Visibility diminished, and the path he knew so well vanished under the snowfall.Ca: Atrapant l'aire gèlid, Jordi va decidir que havia de trobar refugi abans que fos massa tard.En: Breathing in the icy air, Jordi decided he needed to find shelter before it was too late.Ca: Amb mans tremoloses, va recollir branques seques i va construir un petit refugi.En: With trembling hands, he gathered dry branches and built a small shelter.Ca: Després, amb les seves habilitats, va encendre un foc minúscul.En: Then, with his skills, he lit a tiny fire.Ca: Les flames van ballar amb la brisa, proporcionant-li una mica de calor i esperança.En: The flames danced with the breeze, providing him with a bit of warmth and hope.Ca: Tot i la situació, Jordi es va sentir sol com mai.En: Despite the situation, Jordi felt lonelier than ever.Ca: En aquell moment de quietud imposada, va reflexionar sobre la seva vida.En: In that moment of imposed stillness, he reflected on his life.Ca: Per què s'allunyava de les persones que estimava?En: Why did he distance himself from the people he loved?Ca: Per què buscava sempre solitud?En: Why was he always seeking solitude?Ca: Mentre les hores passaven lentament, va començar a comprendre que la seva felicitat també depenia dels altres.En: As the hours passed slowly, he began to understand that his happiness also depended on others.Ca: De sobte, un so trencador: veus llunyanes i lladrucs de gossos.En: Suddenly, a breaking sound: distant voices and barking dogs.Ca: Jordi, ple d'esperança renovada, es va aixecar amb dificultat i va cridar amb totes les seves forces.En: Jordi, filled with renewed hope, stood up with difficulty and shouted with all his might.Ca: —Aquí!En: "Here!Ca: Aquí!En: Here!"Ca: Les figures van aparèixer entre els arbres, amb llanternes a la mà.En: Figures appeared among the trees, flashlights in hand.Ca: Maria i Pere, ben equipats amb roba d'abrig, van córrer cap a ell.En: Maria and Pere, well-equipped with warm clothes, ran towards him.Ca: Eren part de l'equip de rescat que el buscava des que la tempesta s'havia intensificat.En: They were part of the rescue team that had been searching for him since the storm had intensified.Ca: —Jordi!En: "Jordi!"Ca: —va exclamar Maria, abraçant-lo amb força.En: exclaimed Maria, embracing him tightly.Ca: Pere va somriure amb alleujament.En: Pere smiled with relief.Ca: Amb el suport dels seus amics, Jordi va ser guiat fora del bosc.En: With the support of his friends, Jordi was guided out of the forest.Ca: Al costat del foc de campament, mentre bevia un cafè calent, va mirar Maria i Pere amb gratitud.En: By the campfire, while sipping hot coffee, he looked at Maria and Pere with gratitude.Ca: —He après una lliçó —va dir Jordi, sentint les paraules brollar amb sinceritat—.En: "I've learned a lesson," said Jordi, feeling the words flow sincerely.Ca: No vull estar més sol.En: "I don't want to be alone anymore.Ca: Necessito vosaltres.En: I need you.Ca: Necessito algú amb qui compartir la meva vida.En: I need someone to share my life with."Ca: Maria i Pere van assentir, contents de tenir el seu amic de retorn, tant físicament com emocionalment.En: Maria and Pere nodded, happy to have their friend back, both physically and emotionally.Ca: Els lligams que Jordi havia descuidat semblaven més forts que mai, i va prometre cuidar-los, conscient de que la vida compartida era més brillant i significativa.En: The bonds Jordi had neglected seemed stronger than ever, and he promised to nurture them, aware that a shared life was brighter and more meaningful.Ca: Aquella nit, el bosc de Montjuïc va tornar a la tranquil·litat, mentre Jordi deixava enrere la seva solitud.En: That night, the Montjuïc forest returned to tranquility, as Jordi left his solitude behind.Ca: Va saber que sempre hi ha una mà amiga esperant per oferir ajuda, encara que la neu caigui amb fúria.En: He knew there was always a helping hand ready to offer assistance, even when the snow falls furiously. Vocabulary Words:cold wind: el vent fredancient oak trees: els roures anticsbranches: les branquesforest: el boscsilence: el silencipeace: la paurestless spirit: l'esperit inquietwoodland terrain: la boscositat del terrenyrefuge: el refuginoisy life: la vida sorollosaconfidence: la confiançavisibility: la visibilitatsnowstorm: la tempesta de neushelter: el refugitiny fire: el foc minúscultrembling hands: les mans tremolosesloneliness: la solitudhope: l'esperançabarking dogs: els lladrucs de gossosrescue team: l'equip de rescatgratitude: la gratitudlesson: la lliçóbonds: els lligamstranquility: la tranquil·litatshared life: la vida compartidahappiness: la felicitatmountain: la muntanyasnowflakes: els flocs de neuwhite blanket: el mantell blancicy air: l'aire gèlid

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Today Justin is joined by repeat gues Trevor Barnes, who writes on national security issues for the London Standard Newspaper and is a former senior reporter for the British Broadcasting Corporation. He is the author of Dead Doubles The Extraordinary Worldwide Hunt for One of the Cold War's Most Notorious Spy Rings. That was the story of the infamous KGB Portland spying, which operated in England in the 1950s. If you're a longtime listener, you may remember Trevor from his previous appearances here on the podcast for episode 33 when we discussed the Portland spying, and more recently in episode 192 when we discussed the recent trial of a Bulgarian spy ring operating in the UK and elsewhere in Europe. He's here to discuss a very recent and serious case of Russia-linked sabotage in London, directed by the Wagner Private Military Corporation that targeted a warehouse shipping supplies to Ukraine. That trial just ended in the sentencing of five defendants, and Trevor attended the trial in person. Check out Trevor's previous appearances on episode 33: The True Story of the Portland Spy Ring here and episode 192: Inside the Bulgarian Spy Ring here.Connect with Trevor:Twitter/X: @trevorwbarnesLinkedIn: Trevor BarnesConnect with Spycraft 101:Get Justin's latest book, Murder, Intrigue, and Conspiracy: Stories from the Cold War and Beyond, here.spycraft101.comIG: @spycraft101Shop: shop.spycraft101.comPatreon: Spycraft 101Find Justin's first book, Spyshots: Volume One, here.Check out Justin's second book, Covert Arms, here.Download the free eBook, The Clandestine Operative's Sidearm of Choice, here.Support the show

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This week on the Erotic Awakening Podcast, episode 739,  Dawn and Ruby chat about Ruby's recent self-collaring ……plus, about the importance of the National Coalition for Sexual Freedom….    Links mentioned on the show: NCSF https://ncsfreedom.org/ Madison Bottoms Collective https://fetlife.com/groups/292135 Milwaukee's Naughties https://fetlife.com/events/1901445 MSDB's 24th Annual Biz Baz https://fetlife.com/events/1723842 Naughty Revival https://fetlife.com/events/1745436 Intrigue https://fetlife.com/events/1725996     Transcript 00:58 Ruby - introduced for self-collaring discussion 11:23 Ceremony description 19:38 Where Dawn will be 20:52 Discussion about NCSF 29:35 Tentacles and Werewolves   Enjoy!!! Dawn     Discounted/Free books, kink starter cards, online classes; early access to the show, and more!    https://www.patreon.com/eroticawakening   ***************************************** Fetlife - @erotic_awakening  Instagram - @eroticawakening Youtube - @eroticawakeningpodcast TikTok - @eapodcastdawn Newsletter - www.eroticawakening.com   Discord - https://discord.gg/WQtSM56V39 739 - #selfcollaring #collaring #powerexchange #polyamory #sacredsexuality #eroticawakeningpodcast #kinkeducation #bdsm #authoritytransfer #domsub #leadfollowlove #livingms #heartsandcollars #submission #ncsf #nationalcoalitionofsexualfreedom #ncsfreedom #madisonbottomscollective  

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This binge contains 5 episodes.Episodes included:1. The Stillness and the Burr (November 10, 2025)2. Opening Pleasantries (November 11, 2025)3. The Vote (November 12, 2025)4. Chaos in the Council (November 13, 2025)5. Escape From Harvest House (November 14, 2025)---Episode 1: The Stillness and the BurrIn a rare moment of peace at the Tower, Maela struggles with the unfamiliar comfort of domestic life alongside Darla. What should be a perfect respite becomes a source of internal conflict when a simple request to help the mysterious Prosper reveals deeper tensions.Episode 2: Opening PleasantriesVesper and his allies arrive at Harvest House for a crucial guildmaster council, only to face immediate resistance at the door. When Tim, the Harvest guard at the entrance, attempts to block their entry based on selective rule enforcement, Karch demonstrates his mastery of political maneuvering with a calculated power play. But that is merely a prelude to the surprises and political lies that occur as the council dinner begins.Episode 3: The VoteDuring a tense dinner gathering of guild leaders, Ralan discovers that Captain Rogers has masterfully infiltrated multiple powerful guilds while secretly serving the Thieves. As allegiances blur and tensions rise, suspicious glances between Rogers and the supposedly unshakeable Guildmaster Quinto hint at deeper conspiracies. While Karch seethes with barely contained fury and Vesper watches the chaos with calculated interest, Ralan must make his choice: The loyal captain Rogers or the former Blade that tried to assassinate him.Episode 4: Chaos in the CouncilA crucial vote for the new guildmaster explodes into near-violence when Polo demands Ralan's arrest. As swords are drawn and guards advance, only the respected Quinto's intervention prevents bloodshed in the guild hall. While immediate conflict is avoided, the simmering tensions set the stage for a political powder keg that could re-ignite the city in violence at any moment.Episode 5: Escape From Harvest HouseAlard plays a masterful long game, fooling his captors with weeks of calculated deception. As he finally makes his move, slipping through Harvest House's defenses with the grace of a predator returning to its hunting grounds, he ponders the new era of peace now secured for Ness' future with Rogers installed as Guildmaster Craft.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-thieves-guild--6141933/support.Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for.Want to binge The Thieves Guild with fewer ads? Every Friday night we release a bonus episode of the week's previous five chapters, with fewer ads in between chapters and a seamless listening experience! Perfect for a weekend binge! ---If you would like to view a map of Ness, you can find it here.---Check out our other audiobook podcasts!Artifacts of the ArcaneA historical urban fantasy set at the beginning of World War Two. The world has abandoned magic, but magic  hasn't abandoned the world.ThursdayA cyberpunk VR thriller.No one can be trusted when nothing is real.---Find out more about writer/show runner Jake Kerr: https://www.jakekerr.comFollow Jake on Bluesky @jakekerr.com

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Alard plays a masterful long game, fooling his captors with weeks of calculated deception. As he finally makes his move, slipping through Harvest House's defenses with the grace of a predator returning to its hunting grounds, he ponders the new era of peace now secured for Ness' future with Rogers installed as Guildmaster Craft.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-thieves-guild--6141933/support.Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for.Want to binge The Thieves Guild with fewer ads? Every Friday night we release a bonus episode of the week's previous five chapters, with fewer ads in between chapters and a seamless listening experience! Perfect for a weekend binge! ---If you would like to view a map of Ness, you can find it here.---Check out our other audiobook podcasts!Artifacts of the ArcaneA historical urban fantasy set at the beginning of World War Two. The world has abandoned magic, but magic  hasn't abandoned the world.ThursdayA cyberpunk VR thriller.No one can be trusted when nothing is real.---Find out more about writer/show runner Jake Kerr: https://www.jakekerr.comFollow Jake on Bluesky @jakekerr.com

Fluent Fiction - French: Intrigue and Friendship: Secrets of the French Countryside School Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/fr/episode/2025-11-14-08-38-20-fr Story Transcript:Fr: Au cœur des collines de la campagne française se dressait un grand pensionnat à l'allure mystérieuse.En: In the heart of the hills of the French countryside stood a large boarding school with a mysterious appearance.Fr: Les arbres environnants étaient habillés de leurs plus belles couleurs d'automne, éclaboussant le sol de teintes d'orange et de rouge.En: The surrounding trees were dressed in their most beautiful autumn colors, splashing the ground with shades of orange and red.Fr: Élise, une élève sérieuse et réservée, aimait l'ordre et la tranquillité du pensionnat.En: Élise, a serious and reserved student, loved the order and tranquility of the boarding school.Fr: Elle passait souvent ses après-midi à la bibliothèque, entourée de romans et de cahiers.En: She often spent her afternoons in the library, surrounded by novels and notebooks.Fr: Luc, son ami audacieux, prenait toujours plaisir à explorer les moindres recoins de l'école.En: Luc, her daring friend, always enjoyed exploring every corner of the school.Fr: Son esprit curieux le poussait à découvrir des lieux défendus et à provoquer des situations délicates.En: His curious spirit pushed him to discover forbidden places and provoke tricky situations.Fr: Un jour, après le dîner, un incident avait semé la panique.En: One day, after dinner, an incident had caused panic.Fr: Luc, intrépide, avait goûté un gâteau dans la cuisine de l'école, ne sachant pas qu'il contenait des noix.En: Luc, fearless, had tasted a cake in the school kitchen, not knowing it contained nuts.Fr: Il avait rapidement souffert d'une violente réaction allergique.En: He quickly suffered from a severe allergic reaction.Fr: Sophie, la gentille matronne, avait réagi avec rapidité, s'occupant de Luc jusqu'à l'arrivée du médecin.En: Sophie, the kind matron, reacted swiftly, taking care of Luc until the doctor arrived.Fr: Depuis, Élise s'inquiétait pour son ami.En: Since then, Élise worried about her friend.Fr: L'automne avançait, les feuilles craquaient sous les pas des élèves et le pensionnat bruissait des éclats de rires et des murmures d'histoires effrayantes.En: Autumn progressed, the leaves crackled under the steps of the students, and the boarding school buzzed with bursts of laughter and whispers of scary stories.Fr: Pourtant, une nuit, Élise remarqua que Luc avait recommencé ses escapades nocturnes.En: Yet one night, Élise noticed that Luc had resumed his nocturnal escapades.Fr: Déterminée à le protéger, elle décida de le suivre discrètement.En: Determined to protect him, she decided to follow him discreetly.Fr: Luc se dirigeait à pas feutrés vers la cuisine, lieu de son précédent incident.En: Luc was stealthily heading toward the kitchen, the place of his previous incident.Fr: Élise, à bonne distance, veillait.En: Élise, at a safe distance, kept watch.Fr: Lorsqu'elle le vit approcher de la porte interdite, elle sentit son cœur accélérer.En: When she saw him approach the forbidden door, she felt her heart accelerate.Fr: « Luc, attends !En: "Luc, wait!"Fr: » chuchota-t-elle en courant vers lui.En: she whispered, running towards him.Fr: Il se retourna, surpris, mais sans colère.En: He turned around, surprised but not angry.Fr: « Élise, pourquoi te caches-tu ?En: "Élise, why are you hiding?"Fr: » demanda-t-il.En: he asked.Fr: « Tu te rappelles ce qui s'est passé la dernière fois.En: "Do you remember what happened last time?Fr: Je ne veux pas que cela arrive de nouveau.En: I don't want that to happen again."Fr: » Luc hésita, regardant la porte tentante avant de se tourner vers Élise.En: Luc hesitated, looking at the tempting door before turning to Élise.Fr: « Je comprends, mais je suis curieux.En: "I understand, but I'm curious.Fr: Oui, c'était dangereux, mais... » « Mais ta santé est plus importante !En: Yes, it was dangerous, but..." "But your health is more important!"Fr: » insista Élise.En: insisted Élise.Fr: « Trouvons ensemble un moyen sans risque pour satisfaire ta curiosité.En: "Let's find a safe way to satisfy your curiosity together."Fr: » Luc réfléchit un instant.En: Luc thought for a moment.Fr: Le discours d'Élise était juste.En: Élise's suggestion was fair.Fr: Sa curiosité ne devait pas les mener à négliger les dangers.En: His curiosity should not lead them to neglect the dangers.Fr: Élise proposa alors de lire des livres sur l'histoire du pensionnat ou de demander à Sophie de leur raconter des histoires de l'école.En: Élise then proposed reading books about the history of the boarding school or asking Sophie to tell them stories about the school.Fr: « C'est une idée !En: "That's a great idea!"Fr: » répondit Luc, avec un sourire encouragé par l'enthousiasme de son amie.En: replied Luc, with a smile encouraged by his friend's enthusiasm.Fr: Le lendemain, ils se dirigèrent vers la bibliothèque, bras dessus bras dessous, prêts pour de nouvelles aventures en toute sécurité.En: The next day, they headed to the library, arm in arm, ready for new adventures in complete safety.Fr: Élisé, dans sa proposition, avait trouvé un moyen de protéger Luc et de l'aider à assouvir sa soif de connaissances sans se mettre en danger.En: In her proposal, Élise had found a way to protect Luc and help him quench his thirst for knowledge without putting himself in danger.Fr: Et ainsi, Élise devint plus confiante dans sa capacité à s'exprimer, et Luc apprit à prendre soin de lui-même tout en écoutant les conseils de ceux qui l'entouraient.En: And so, Élise became more confident in her ability to express herself, and Luc learned to take care of himself while listening to the advice of those around him.Fr: Leur amitié, plus forte, brillait désormais comme les feuilles dorées de l'automne.En: Their friendship, stronger now, shone like the golden leaves of autumn. Vocabulary Words:boarding school: le pensionnatmysterious: mystérieuseappearance: allurenovels: les romansnotebooks: les cahierscurious spirit: l'esprit curieuxforbidden places: les lieux défendustricky situations: les situations délicatesincident: l'incidentpanic: la paniquematron: la matronneswiftly: avec rapiditéallergic reaction: la réaction allergiquenocturnal escapades: les escapades nocturnesstealthily: à pas feutrésheart: le cœurtempting: tentantecuriosity: la curiositésafe: sans risquedangers: les dangersthirst for knowledge: la soif de connaissancesconfident: plus confianteadvice: les conseilsfriendship: l'amitiégolden leaves: les feuilles doréesautumn: l'automnegrounds: le sollibrary: la bibliothèquebuzzed: bruissaitsafety: la sécurité

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Here we are for episode 798! In which Toppie and Paul investigate Hubert's regular absences... Where does he go? What does he do? Meanwhile we have extra material with Harry F who is suffering a leak and then we also have some quizzes with Calum! Thank you to Harry, Calum and Toppie with their help this edition! Our next episode, #799 sees Mister Yeti celebrating his 52nd birthday - but it's not all balloons, cake and party hats - there is also some drama going on! Do join us! Email us at shyyeti@yahoo.co.uk if you have comments - you can even send a sound-file and I'll include it. The music is by Shy Yeti, Muffleyontour, Luca and Udio. Sound effects by Paul C and Soundbible. Logo by Owen O and Shy Yeti. All other content is Copyright Paul Chandler, 2025. Episode 798 was recorded on the 29th May 2025. Calum's extra material was recorded on the 24th August and Harry's on the 18th October 2025. Cuthbert's lines were recorded between the 8th and the 12th of November 2025.

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Today Justin talks with Dr. Brad Williams. Brad is an associate professor in the Department of Asian and International Studies at the City University of Hong Kong. He has studied, taught and conducted research in Australia, Japan, Singapore, Hong Kong, Myanmar, Taiwan, and the United States. He is the author of Resolving the Russo-Japanese Territorial Dispute, which was published in 2007 and has published on a diverse range of issues in Japanese politics and foreign policy such as arms procurement, civil society, humanitarian assistance, human security, north Korean abductions, nuclear proliferation and secrecy laws. He's here today to discuss the development of Japan's counterintelligence community from the immediate aftermath of World War II up through the early 2020s.Connect with Brad:scholars.cityu.edu.hk/en/persons/bwilliam/Check out the book, Japanese Foreign Intelligence and Grand Strategy: From the Cold War to the Abe Era, here.https://a.co/d/e4ohfPVConnect with Spycraft 101:Get Justin's latest book, Murder, Intrigue, and Conspiracy: Stories from the Cold War and Beyond, here.spycraft101.comIG: @spycraft101Shop: shop.spycraft101.comPatreon: Spycraft 101Subtack: spycraft101.substack.comFind Justin's first book, Spyshots: Volume One, here.Check out Justin's second book, Covert Arms, here.Download the free eBook, The Clandestine Operative's Sidearm of Choice, here.Support the show

Tara breaks down the stories shaping America's political and national security landscape. From Trump-era military accountability and Pete Hegseth's strategic purges to New York Mayor-elect Zoran Mamdani's Marxist agenda, the podcast examines how ideology, incompetence, and partisanship influence leadership. The episode culminates with a shocking investigation into January 6, revealing evidence of a Capitol Police officer planting pipe bombs and the FBI allegedly obstructing justice—shedding light on the hidden machinations of the deep state. “Inside the corridors of power, truth gets buried—but we dig it up.” Trump 2024, Pete Hegseth, military purge, Afghanistan disaster, Obama, combat leadership, Mark Milley, China threat, Zoran Mamdani, New York politics, Marxism, class warfare, Washington Post, January 6, Capitol pipe bombing, Shawnee Kirkhoff, FBI obstruction, Blaze News, deep state, whistleblowers, CIA, political accountability, foreign-born voters, American politics Tara explores America's pressing political and national security stories. She analyzes Trump's call for military accountability after the Afghanistan disaster, Pete Hegseth's quiet purge of incompetent senior officers, and the dangers of leadership lacking combat experience. On the political front, Tara highlights New York Mayor-elect Zoran Mamdani's Marxist agenda and its impact on class dynamics. The episode culminates with a deep dive into the January 6 Capitol pipe bombing, where forensic analysis by Blaze News suggests a Capitol Police officer planted the bombs and the FBI actively obstructed investigation efforts. Across these stories, Tara exposes the ideological battles, systemic failures, and cover-ups shaping America today.

The Shadow: A Tale of Intrigue and JusticeThe story revolves around the thrilling adventures of The Shadow, a mysterious figure who fights against crime. The narrative explores the increased demand for anthracite coal during wartime, the introduction of a groundbreaking television invention, and the ensuing criminal activities that unfold. The Shadow's investigation leads to a confrontation with criminals who seek revenge and power, culminating in a dramatic showdown where the true identity of The Shadow is nearly revealed.In the heart of wartime America, a mysterious figure known as The Shadow emerges to combat the forces of evil. This enigmatic character, Lamont Cranston, uses his hypnotic powers to cloud men's minds, rendering himself invisible to those who seek to do harm. Alongside his trusted companion, Margot Lane, The Shadow embarks on a thrilling adventure to thwart a criminal mastermind's plans.The story unfolds with Professor Petro's groundbreaking television apparatus, capable of peering into any corner of the city. This invention, however, falls into the wrong hands, leading to a series of daring heists and the murder of prominent figures. As the city grapples with a crime wave, The Shadow must navigate a web of deceit and danger to restore order.Key moments in the narrative include The Shadow's confrontation with the vengeful Finger, the unraveling of a plot to exploit Petro's invention for criminal gain, and a climactic showdown that tests The Shadow's cunning and resolve. Through clever deception and strategic alliances, The Shadow ultimately prevails, ensuring that justice is served.This tale not only captivates with its suspenseful plot but also serves as a reminder of the timeless battle between good and evil. As The Shadow demonstrates, even in the darkest times, the light of justice can prevail.Subscribe now to follow more thrilling adventures of The Shadow and explore the depths of human ingenuity and courage.TakeawaysThe Shadow represents the fight against evil.Wartime demands for resources can create unexpected challenges.Innovative inventions can have both positive and negative implications.The criminal underworld is often driven by revenge and greed.The Shadow uses intelligence and strategy to outsmart criminals.The importance of loyalty and trust in relationships is highlighted.The narrative showcases the impact of technology on crime.The theme of justice versus revenge is prevalent throughout the story.The Shadow's ability to remain unseen symbolizes the struggle against crime.The resolution emphasizes the cleverness of The Shadow in overcoming obstacles.The Shadow, crime, mystery, anthracite coal, television invention, criminal underworld, investigation, suspense, drama

Barry Lindon meets his sweetheart Clare on a fog-shrouded pier. Barry was recently dishonorably discharged, but as you possibly suspect, he wasn't really disloyal.Originally aired April 08, 1944

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Power. Passion. Intrigue. Revolution. The Tudors ruled England for just over a century, but they changed it forever. In this Beginner's Guide to the Tudors, I explore how a Welsh courtier's secret marriage to a queen created one of the most fascinating dynasties in history. From the scandalous rise of Henry VIII and his six wives, to the tragedy of Lady Jane Grey and the genius of Elizabeth I, this is the story of how the Tudors reshaped religion, monarchy, and identity itself. You'll discover: - How the dynasty began with a forbidden royal romance. - How Henry VII built a new age from the ashes of civil war. - How Henry VIII's obsession for an heir changed faith forever. - How Mary I's struggle for unity divided a nation. - And how Elizabeth I turned survival into a Golden Age. If you think you know the Tudors, think again. This is your beginner's guide to the dynasty that changed England forever. #TudorHistory #HenryVIII #ElizabethI #TudorDynasty

This compilation contains 5 episodes.Episodes included:1. A Vote Secured (November 03, 2025)2. The Summons (November 04, 2025)3. The Gilded Leash (November 05, 2025)4. A Man To Be Feared (November 06, 2025)5. A Cornered Rat (November 07, 2025)---Episode 1: A Vote SecuredVesper secures the Guildmaster's crucial vote, but victory comes at an unexpected cost when Maela chooses to remain behind. As Ralan prepares to depart, Vesper's cold pragmatism clashes with personal loyalties, forcing him to confront the true price of his vengeful mission.Episode 2: The SummonsGuildmaster Karch, trapped and powerless in his tower, receives an unwelcome visit from the pristine Guildmaster Quinto bearing the news he feared: The crucial Guildmaster Council will convene tomorrow at Harvest House. With his guild in shambles, his allies scattered, and the city's main bridge destroyed, Karch must navigate both physical and political obstacles to attend a vote that could determine the future of the Craft Guild. But as the deadline looms, his desperate gambit with Vesper hangs in the balance, and time is running out for everyone.Episode 3: The Gilded LeashRogers finds himself trapped in a gilded cage as the Harvest Guild prepares to crown him Guildmaster of the Craft Guild. What should be a moment of triumph becomes a crisis of loyalty as he stands caught between his true allegiance to the Thieves Guild and the powerful masters of Ness who would make him one of their own.Episode 4: A Man To Be FearedAs Guildmaster Polo orchestrates a historic council meeting that will reshape Ness's future, Alard's carefully crafted plan faces a challenge. The supposedly broken advisor has been biding his time, a secret strength waiting for the perfect moment. But when Polo unexpectedly invites him to attend the celebration, Alard's meticulous escape plan threatens to unravel.Episode 5: A Cornered RatIn a tense confrontation at Karch's fortified tower, Vesper orchestrates a masterful reveal of Ralan's true authority as Guildmaster. As a desperate and disheveled Karch grapples with his crumbling control, young Ralan steps into his power with unexpected grace and command, and the Guildmasters Thief and Merchant head to the Guild Council meeting with hours to spare.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-thieves-guild--6141933/support.Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for.Want to binge The Thieves Guild with fewer ads? Every Friday night we release a bonus episode of the week's previous five chapters, with fewer ads in between chapters and a seamless listening experience! Perfect for a weekend binge! ---If you would like to view a map of Ness, you can find it here.---Check out our other audiobook podcasts!Artifacts of the ArcaneA historical urban fantasy set at the beginning of World War Two. The world has abandoned magic, but magic  hasn't abandoned the world.ThursdayA cyberpunk VR thriller.No one can be trusted when nothing is real.---Find out more about writer/show runner Jake Kerr: https://www.jakekerr.comFollow Jake on Bluesky @jakekerr.com

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Ever wonder why some people light up a room the moment they walk in? That's not luck — it's aura. In this episode, AJ and Johnny unpack the science and strategy behind building an authentic magnetic presence. From making people feel good in your company to inviting them into your passions and showing up fully present, you'll learn the repeatable steps that make others naturally gravitate toward you. Drawing from behavioral psychology and emotional intelligence research, they share how to master attention, turn validation into connection, and transform your energy into influence. Whether you're leading, dating, or networking, this episode gives you the blueprint for developing a presence that people remember — and want more of. What to Listen For [00:00:00] What “aura” really is — and how it's built [00:00:40] Why attention is the first step to influence [00:01:16] Turning any attention — even negative — into opportunity [00:02:08] The first pillar: make people feel good around you [00:02:34] Science of emotional validation and active responding [00:03:46] Emotional intelligence vs. being “just nice” [00:05:10] How to respond when others struggle or fail [00:06:08] Second pillar: invite people into your passions [00:07:21] Why hosting beats talking — and builds closeness fast [00:08:53] The “power of the invite” and how reciprocity builds aura [00:09:43] Third pillar: presence is the new status signal [00:10:50] The posture and body language that kill your aura [00:11:42] Final recap: feel good, share passion, stay present A Word From Our Sponsors Stop being over looked and unlock your X-Factor today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠unlockyourxfactor.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  The very qualities that make you exceptional in your field are working against you socially.  Visit the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠artofcharm.com/intel ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠for a social intelligence assessment and discover exactly what's holding you back. Indulge in affordable luxury with Quince. Upgrade your wardrobe today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠quince.com/charm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for free shipping and hassle-free returns. Grow your way - with Headway! Get started at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠makeheadway.com/CHARM ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and use my code CHARM for 25% off. Ready to turn your business idea into reality? Sign up for your $1/month trial at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠shopify.com/charm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Need to hire top talent—fast? Claim your $75 Sponsored Job Credit now at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Indeed.com/charm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This year, skip breaking a sweat AND breaking the bank. Get your summer savings and shop premium wireless plans at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠mintmobile.com/charm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Save more than fifty percent on term life insurance at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SELECTQUOTE.COM/CHARM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TODAY to get started  Curious about your influence level?  Get your Influence Index Score today! Take this 60-second quiz to find out how your influence stacks up against top performers at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠theartofcharm.com/influence⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Check in with AJ and Johnny! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AJ on LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Johnny on LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AJ on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Johnny on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Art of Charm on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Art of Charm on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Art of Charm on TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Guildmaster Karch, trapped and powerless in his tower, receives an unwelcome visit from the pristine Guildmaster Quinto bearing the news he feared: The crucial Guildmaster Council will convene tomorrow at Harvest House. With his guild in shambles, his allies scattered, and the city's main bridge destroyed, Karch must navigate both physical and political obstacles to attend a vote that could determine the future of the Craft Guild. But as the deadline looms, his desperate gambit with Vesper hangs in the balance, and time is running out for everyone.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-thieves-guild--6141933/support.Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for.Want to binge The Thieves Guild with fewer ads? Every Friday night we release a bonus episode of the week's previous five chapters, with fewer ads in between chapters and a seamless listening experience! Perfect for a weekend binge! ---If you would like to view a map of Ness, you can find it here.---Check out our other audiobook podcasts!Artifacts of the ArcaneA historical urban fantasy set at the beginning of World War Two. The world has abandoned magic, but magic  hasn't abandoned the world.ThursdayA cyberpunk VR thriller.No one can be trusted when nothing is real.---Find out more about writer/show runner Jake Kerr: https://www.jakekerr.comFollow Jake on Bluesky @jakekerr.com

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Today Justin talks with Chris Feistl. Chris worked for 26 years as a special agent with the Drug Enforcement Administration. He spent much of his career in Columbia beginning in 1994. Since then, he's been featured in several different documentaries, including the Discovery series Finding Escobar's Millions, plus German Cocaine Cowboy and Narco Wars. He's here today to discuss his book, After Escobar. It's the story of his time in Columbia in the mid 1990s, working with his partner, Dave Mitchell, to dismantle the Cali cartel led primarily by the brothers, Gilberto and Miguel Rodriguez. Chris and Dave's work in Columbia was the basis for season three of the Netflix series, Narcos. Connect with Chris:afterescobar.comIG: @afterescobarCheck out the book here. https://a.co/d/6p7V6jqConnect with Spycraft 101:Get Justin's latest book, Murder, Intrigue, and Conspiracy: Stories from the Cold War and Beyond, here.spycraft101.comIG: @spycraft101Shop: shop.spycraft101.comPatreon: Spycraft 101Subtack: spycraft101.substack.comFind Justin's first book, Spyshots: Volume One, here.Check out Justin's second book, Covert Arms, here.Download the free eBook, The Clandestine Operative's Sidearm of Choice, here.KruschikiThe best surplus military goods delivered right to your door. Use code SPYCRAFT101 for 10% off!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

Bribe, Inc., a documentary film exposing a significant bribery scandal within the global oil industry, focusing on the Unaoil company and the Ahsani family. It highlights the collaborative efforts of an anonymous whistleblower, investigative reporter Nick McKenzie, prosecutor Tom Martin, and anti-corruption activist Alexandra Wrage to reveal the extent of the crimes. The film positions bribery not as a victimless offense but as a harmful practice with far-reaching consequences, emphasizing its connection to other illicit activities and its detrimental impact on democracy. This film is a real-life political thriller that exposes one of the largest corporate bribery scandals in modern history. Told through the lens of whistleblowers, investigators and journalists, the film uncovers a trillion-dollar corruption network stretching from oil fields in Iraq to boardrooms in Monaco—and all the way to the halls of power in Washington. Directed by Emmy Award-winner Peter Klein and co-produced by investigative journalist Calyn Shaw, Bribe, Inc. reveals how corporations, politicians and regulators conspire to protect a global system built on secrecy and profit. Described by The Guardian as "cloak-and-dagger," and praised by Variety for its "explosive" revelations, the film challenges audiences to follow the money—and confront the cost of complicity. As global enforcement of anti-bribery laws weakens and trust in institutions collapses, Bribe, Inc. emerges as a cinematic gut-punch—an urgent demand for accountability in a world where corruption is routine. It's an incredible story (and backstory).

This week on the Erotic Awakening Podcast, episode 738,  Dawn shares her knowledge about resources for submissives …. ……plus, shares a link to polyamory events for 2026 and blowjobs…all the blowjobs….    Links mentioned on the show: Alan's Polyamory Events https://polyevents.blogspot.com/ Satyricon Vending Fair https://fetlife.com/events/1910913 Milwaukee's Naughties https://fetlife.com/events/1901445 MSDB's 24th Annual Biz Baz https://fetlife.com/events/1723842 Naughty Revival https://fetlife.com/events/1745436 Intrigue https://fetlife.com/events/1725996     Transcript 1:02 Resources for Submissives 2:02 Submissive Retreats 8:18 Books recommended 10:54 Upcoming Events 12:57 Polyamory Events 2026 16:09 Kimchi Cuddles - Poly Cartoonist 17:07 Blowjobs 18:12 Blowjob ABC's 21:43 Tentacles and Werewolves   Enjoy!!! Dawn     Discounted/Free books, kink starter cards, online classes; early access to the show, and more!    https://www.patreon.com/eroticawakening   ***************************************** Fetlife - @erotic_awakening  Instagram - @eroticawakening Youtube - @eroticawakeningpodcast TikTok - @eapodcastdawn Newsletter - www.eroticawakening.com   Discord - https://discord.gg/WQtSM56V39   738 - #powerexchange #polyamory #sacredsexuality #eroticawakeningpodcast #kinkeducation #bdsm #authoritytransfer #domsub #leadfollowlove #livingms #heartsandcollars #submission #submissive #blowjobs #oralsex #poly #polyam #polyamoryevents #kimchicuddles  

With the World Series nearing a conclusion, The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney take questions from listeners to give Cubs fans a preview of what to expect this winter. This edition of the mailbag gives insights into Jed Hoyer's front office, the shape of the 2026 pitching staff and which players might be up for a contract extension. Follow North Side Territory all offseason for the latest news and notes on the Cubs.Presented by FOX One: Start your 7-day free trial today at FOXone.comDownload the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code FOUL, bet $5 and get $300 in bonus bets if your bet wins. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to NST on Youtube! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week, Andy is joined by special guest John Oliver for a very special reunion episode of The Bugle.

Today Justin sits down with Aidan Raney. Aidan is the founder of Farnsworth Intelligence, a digital intelligence service, which he founded after unmasking a phishing network online which was harvesting credentials from unwitting Facebook users on a massive scale. Aidan is here to discuss his work at the forefront of digital intelligence, and in particular, his interactions with North Korean IT workers attempting to infiltrate American companies employing remote workers. Connect with Aidan:farnsworthintelligence.comGet the OSINT Newsletter: osintinsider.comConnect with Spycraft 101:Get Justin's latest book, Murder, Intrigue, and Conspiracy: Stories from the Cold War and Beyond, here.spycraft101.comIG: @spycraft101Shop: shop.spycraft101.comPatreon: Spycraft 101Subtack: spycraft101.substack.comFind Justin's first book, Spyshots: Volume One, here.Check out Justin's second book, Covert Arms, here.Download the free eBook, The Clandestine Operative's Sidearm of Choice, here.KruschikiThe best surplus military goods delivered right to your door. Use code SPYCRAFT101 for 10% off!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

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