Podcasts about French

For decades, David "Skull" Schulman ran The Rainbow Room in Nashville, a club known for its edgy mix of country music, burlesque shows, and other illicit activity. But the city was shocked in 1998 when the colorful 81-year-old local icon was murdered in his empty nightclub, his French poodle the only witness to the crime.Authorities suspected someone was after the wad of cash Skull always kept in the bib of his Hee Haw overalls. Despite questionable witness statements and no evidence connecting him to the scene, prosecutors convicted a 17-year-old for the crime. All this time later, the question remains: is the right man in prison for killing Skull Schulman?   In season two of “Murder on Music Row: The Skull at the End of the Rainbow,” Keith Sharon and Kirsten Fiscus of The Tennessean reopen the famous case, pulling apart the original investigation and looking for new evidence. The podcast takes a deep dive into the stories of the famous and infamous characters who frequented the Rainbow Room, and the eccentric club owner's place in Nashville history.OUR SPOILER-FREE REVIEWS OF "MURDER ON MUSIC ROW: THE SKULL AT THE END OF THE RAINBOW" BEGIN IN THE FINAL 11 MINUTES OF THE EPISODE. For exclusive podcasts and more, sign up at Patreon.Sign up for our newsletter at crimewriterson.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nowadays it's hard to imagine Maurice Ravel as a "bad-boy" revolutionary, a member of a group whose name can be loosely translated as The Hooligans. To most listeners today, Ravel's music is the very picture of sumptuous beauty. But the group he belonged to, Les Apaches ("The Hooligans"), earned its name because of its members' uncompromising attitudes about music; attitudes that clashed sharply with the conservative tastes of the establishment. Another composer who belonged to Les Apaches was the Spanish composer Manuel de Falla. Falla is certainly not as well known as Ravel, but the two became fast friends when he arrived in Paris in 1907. They formed a kind of mutual-admiration society that proved immensely fruitful for both of them. Falla was deeply impressed by Ravel's Spanish-inflected music, marveling at its authenticity given that Ravel was French. But Ravel, now a symbol of French music, was the son of a Swiss father and a Spanish-speaking mother, and he was born just eleven miles from the Spanish border in the Basque region. His Spanish voice was no affectation; it came from somewhere deep within, and Falla noticed this immediately, remarking that Ravel's Rapsodie espagnole was "a Spain ideally presented by his mother." Today on the show we'll explore the Spanish world of Falla and Ravel through two central works: Falla's Nights in the Gardens of Spain and Ravel's Rapsodie espagnole. These pieces, both astonishing in their creativity and craftsmanship, offer a wonderful opportunity to compare and contrast the music and approaches of these two close friends. We'll also talk about Les Apaches and their goals, legacy, and some of their legendary members. All this and more is coming up on this final collaboration on Ravel and Friends with G. Henle Publishers! Join us!

Learn French by Watching TV with Lingopie: https://learn.lingopie.com/dailyfrenchpod-------------------------Une étude révèle que 75 % des Français passent plus de trois heures quotidiennes devant un écran. Les autorités s'inquiètent des effets sur la santé.Traduction:A recent study shows 75 % of French people spend over three hours daily in front of screens. Authorities express concern over health implications. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

THIS IS A PREVIEW PODCAST. NOT THE FULL REVIEW. Please check out the full podcast review on our Patreon Page by subscribing over at - https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture For this week's second podcast review, Josh Parham, Megan Lachinski, Dan Bayer, and Giovanni Lago join me to review and discuss the latest film from master Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi, "It Was Just An Accident," starring Vahid Mobasseri, Mariam Afshari, Ebrahim Azizi, Hadis Pakbaten, Majid Panahi, Mohamad Ali Elyasmehr, Delnaz Najafi, Afssaneh Najmabadi, and Georges Hashemzadeh. The film had its world premiere at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, where it won the coveted Palme d'Or and received rave reviews for its writing, direction, and performances. It has been selected as the French entry for Best International Feature Film at the 98th Academy Awards. What did we think of this thrilling drama (with a touch of comedy) from Panahi? Please tune in as we discuss Panahi's screenplay and direction, the performances from the ensemble, the haunting, memorable ending, its awards season chances, and more in our SPOILER-FILLED review. Thank you for listening, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture and listen to this podcast ad-free Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The landscape of existence can sometimes feel like a cosmic play—actors shifting between roles, creating stories that ripple through time. On today's episode, we welcome Phil Proctor, an artist whose life weaves a tapestry of creativity, resilience, and humor. Known for his work with the legendary Firesign Theatre and an illustrious voice acting career, Phil has left an indelible mark on the worlds of comedy, film, and beyond.Phil Proctor is not merely a performer; he's a storyteller who transcends mediums. Reflecting on his career, Phil shared how the Firesign Theatre's surreal humor was designed not only to entertain but to provoke thought. “We were asking, ‘What is reality?'” he explained. “It's the question you should ask every day when you get out of bed.” These words capture the essence of his work—a blend of laughter and philosophy that challenges conventional perspectives.Phil described how technology has transformed his craft.From the days of live radio to recording film dialogue remotely, he marveled at the evolution of his industry. With characteristic wit, he recounted a time he dubbed a French comedy for Mel Brooks, only to find the humor lost on American audiences. “The test audience thought we were speaking French!” he laughed. Moments like these underscore Phil's adaptability and humor in the face of creative challenges.Phil also opened up about the impact of his voice acting roles, such as his long-running portrayal of Howard DeVille in Rugrats. He reflected on the joy of connecting with audiences worldwide, even decades after the show's heyday. From cartoons to video games like Assassin's Creed, his performances have reached far and wide, bridging generational gaps.One of the most profound parts of our discussion was Phil's recollection of surviving the Golden Dragon massacre in 1977. Amidst the chaos, he found solace in an unexpected synchronicity: learning that his wife was pregnant with their daughter. “Life has a way of balancing tragedy with joy,” he mused.This event, along with its psychic premonition, became the foundation of his memoir, Where's My Fortune Cookie?Phil's stories often ventured into the metaphysical. He shared how the Firesign Theatre's comedy sought to “deprogram” audiences from societal conditioning, offering a fresh lens to perceive reality. This philosophy—wrapped in humor—resonates deeply in today's fast-paced, media-saturated world. “We were making funny connections,” he said, “exercising the brain to see the world anew.”Beyond his creative endeavors, Phil's zest for life shines through in his personal anecdotes. Whether reminiscing about working with Mel Brooks or delighting in his grandchildren's fascination with technology, he embodies a boundless curiosity. His ability to balance the absurd with the profound makes his journey a testament to the power of humor and resilience.As the episode drew to a close, one thing became clear: Phil Proctor is more than a performer; he is a philosopher of humor, an explorer of reality, and a living reminder of life's intricate, interconnected dance. His stories inspire us to embrace curiosity, resilience, and a healthy dose of laughter.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bulletproof-screenwriting-podcast--2881148/support.

Today's story: The White Lotus may be fictional, but the luxury hotels in the show are real—and they're getting a lot more attention. All three seasons of the HBO hit show "The White Lotus" were filmed at Four Seasons resorts. It all started with a risky bet during the pandemic, but now the hotel chain is finally embracing its onscreen fame.Transcript & Exercises: https://plainenglish.com/815Full lesson: https://plainenglish.com/815 --Upgrade all your skills in English: Plain English is the best current-events podcast for learning English.You might be learning English to improve your career, enjoy music and movies, connect with family abroad, or even prepare for an international move. Whatever your reason, we'll help you achieve your goals in English.How it works: Listen to a new story every Monday and Thursday. They're all about current events, trending topics, and what's going on in the world. Get exposure to new words and ideas that you otherwise might not have heard in English.The audio moves at a speed that's right for intermediate English learners: just a little slower than full native speed. You'll improve your English listening, learn new words, and have fun thinking in English.--Did you like this episode? You'll love the full Plain English experience. Join today and unlock the fast (native-speed) version of this episode, translations in the transcripts, how-to video lessons, live conversation calls, and more. Tap/click: PlainEnglish.com/joinHere's where else you can find us: Instagram | YouTube | WhatsApp | EmailMentioned in this episode:Hard words? No problemNever be confused by difficult words in Plain English again! See translations of the hardest words and phrases from English to your language. Each episode transcript includes built-in translations into Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese, German, French, Italian, Japanese, Polish, and Turkish. Sign up for a free 14-day trial at PlainEnglish.com

In this episode, Charuka sits down with Beulah Van Rensburg, co-founder of a quiet and inspiring artist residency in the French countryside. They talk about carving out time to create while juggling life's responsibilities, why artists often feel guilty stepping away, and how being around other creatives can rebuild confidence. Beulah shares her journey from exhibiting around the world to building a space where artists can breathe, work, and feel supported. If you've been dreaming of taking time for your work or wondering when it's the "right moment" to do something for yourself, this conversation will feel like a gentle nudge to say yes.

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Zohran Mamdani is elected mayor of New York City, China expresses support for Nigeria following President Trump's military threats, multiple people are injured after a man drives into pedestrians on a French island, Mark Carney unveils a CA$280 billion budget, the U.S. Supreme Court weighs the legality of Trump's emergency tariffs, Democrats win the governor races in Virginia and New Jersey, a UPS cargo plane crashes in Louisville in a deadly accident, a manhunt is underway in the U.K. for a mistakenly released prisoner, Typhoon Kalmaegi causes major destruction in the Philippines, and Google announces an initiative to launch AI data centers into space.    Sources: www.verity.news

OTON's Alliance returns with 9-track album ‘Fiber Bundle' from Parisian artist Solma. We highlighted the Belgian imprint & party series a few weeks ago with OTON's own album & now OTON takes on the role of mastering engineer this time around. Solma has been bubbling within the vibrant French psychedelic scene for a couple of years. He launched his own label Virtual Forest Records with two friends in 2021 & kicked it off with an EP of his own. Since then he's released on a number of other labels including Crescent London, Melifera sub-label Polën who we'll be featuring in our Label Spotlight interview series soon, & Jan Swam's Organic Signs, where he released his debut album ‘The Consciousness Of Plants' at the start of this year. ‘Fiber Bundle' has this fierce, haunting atmosphere throughout the entirety of the release. The only beatless track on the album, ‘Skaub' sets the tone for what's to come & pulls you in right away, painting the picture of a cold & distant landscape. It evokes imagery of some kind of ice-covered otherworldly lifeform, part organic & part machine, taking deep breaths of a gassy alien atmosphere. Solma's ‘Fiber Bundle' will be available both digitally & on CD from November 7th on Alliance Records. @solmadj www.instagram.com/solma.als @allianceclub www.instagram.com/allianceclub_/ Write up by @aspetuck Follow us on social media: @itsdelayed linktr.ee/delayed www.delayed.nyc www.facebook.com/itsdelayed www.instagram.com/_____delayed www.youtube.com/@_____delayed Contact us: info@delayed.nyc

Fluent Fiction - French: Unlocking Mont Saint-Michel: Unveiling A Timeless Mystery Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/fr/episode/2025-11-06-08-38-20-fr Story Transcript:Fr: Mont Saint-Michel, en automne, est un tableau vivant.En: Mont Saint-Michel, in autumn, is a living painting.Fr: Ses bâtiments médiévaux semblent sortir des marées, fiers gardiens du temps.En: Its medieval buildings seem to emerge from the tides, proud guardians of time.Fr: Pour Lucille, passionnée d'histoire, c'est un rêve.En: For Lucille, a history enthusiast, it's a dream.Fr: Elle est venue pour explorer, mais surtout, pour élucider un mystère.En: She has come to explore, but above all, to unravel a mystery.Fr: Le soir de La Toussaint, Lucille se promène autour de l'abbaye.En: On the evening of All Saints' Day, Lucille takes a walk around the abbey.Fr: Elle entend un son étrange.En: She hears a strange sound.Fr: Quelque part, une note de musique résonne dans l'air.En: Somewhere, a note of music echoes in the air.Fr: Lucille est intriguée.En: Lucille is intrigued.Fr: Elle veut savoir d'où vient ce son, mais l'abbaye est fermée le soir.En: She wants to know where this sound is coming from, but the abbey is closed in the evening.Fr: Lucille rencontre Jérôme, un guide local.En: Lucille meets Jérôme, a local guide.Fr: Jérôme est aimable mais réservé.En: Jérôme is friendly but reserved.Fr: Sa connexion avec l'abbaye est plus profonde qu'il ne le montre.En: His connection with the abbey is deeper than he shows.Fr: Lucille implore Jérôme de l'aider.En: Lucille pleads with Jérôme to help her.Fr: Elle veut entrer dans l'abbaye pour enquêter.En: She wants to enter the abbey to investigate.Fr: Jérôme hésite, son passé le retient.En: Jérôme hesitates, his past holding him back.Fr: « S'il vous plaît, Jérôme, » dit Lucille, déterminée.En: "Please, Jérôme," says Lucille, determined.Fr: « Je dois comprendre ce que c'est.En: "I must understand what it is."Fr: » Finalement, Jérôme cède.En: Finally, Jérôme gives in.Fr: Ensemble, ils s'aventurent dans l'abbaye après la tombée de la nuit.En: Together, they venture into the abbey after nightfall.Fr: La lumière de la lune éclaire les corridors obscurs.En: The moonlight illuminates the dark corridors.Fr: Le son les guide.En: The sound leads them.Fr: Il est doux, un murmure de l'ancien temps.En: It is gentle, a whisper from ancient times.Fr: Ils trouvent une porte cachée.En: They find a hidden door.Fr: Derrière, une petite chambre secrète.En: Behind it, a small secret chamber.Fr: À l'intérieur, un orgue oublié se cache.En: Inside, a forgotten organ is concealed.Fr: Le vent, passant à travers les tuyaux, crée la mystérieuse musique.En: The wind, passing through the pipes, creates the mysterious music.Fr: Lucille sourit, satisfaite.En: Lucille smiles, satisfied.Fr: Elle a découvert le secret.En: She has uncovered the secret.Fr: Jérôme, à côté, respire profondément.En: Jérôme, beside her, breathes deeply.Fr: Le poids de son passé légère enfin.En: The weight of his past finally lightens.Fr: Il avait peur que l'histoire de l'orgue rappelait un ancien amour, perdu avec le temps.En: He feared that the story of the organ reminded him of an old love, lost with time.Fr: « Merci, Lucille, » dit Jérôme.En: "Thank you, Lucille," says Jérôme.Fr: « Tu m'as aidé à faire la paix avec mon passé.En: "You have helped me make peace with my past."Fr: » Lucille et Jérôme quittent l'abbaye, les esprits apaisés.En: Lucille and Jérôme leave the abbey, their minds at ease.Fr: Lucille se sent plus confiante dans sa curiosité, et Jérôme, libéré.En: Lucille feels more confident in her curiosity, and Jérôme, freed.Fr: Mont Saint-Michel continue de se dresser, témoin silencieux des histoires anciennes et nouvelles.En: Mont Saint-Michel continues to stand, a silent witness to both ancient and new stories.Fr: Dans l'air froid d'automne, La Toussaint embrasse la nuit de ses mystères infiniment possibles.En: In the cold autumn air, All Saints' Day embraces the night with its infinitely possible mysteries. Vocabulary Words:autumn: l'automnetides: les maréesabbey: l'abbayemystery: le mystèreguide: le guidereserved: réservécorridors: les corridorschamber: la chambreorgan: l'orguepipes: les tuyauxmurmur: le murmurewhisper: le chuchotementpeace: la paixweight: le poidsmoonlight: le clair de luneintrigued: intriguéeancient: ancienhidden: cachéesecret: le secretsatisfied: satisfaitepast: le passélove: l'amourconfidence: la confiancefreed: libéréwitness: le témoindetermined: déterminéefear: la peurechoes: retentitunravel: démêlerventure: saventurent

Investigators have announced the arrests in connection with the recent heist at Louvre Museum in Paris, where thieves stole eight pieces of the French crown jewels valued at around €88 million. Authorities warned the stolen jewels could be dismantled before recovery and confirmed the museum's security systems had critical blind spots. Try our coffee!! - www.CriminalCoffeeCo.com Become a Patreon member -- > https://www.patreon.com/CrimeWeekly Shop for your Crime Weekly gear here --> https://crimeweeklypodcast.com/shop Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CrimeWeeklyPodcast Website: CrimeWeeklyPodcast.com Instagram: @CrimeWeeklyPod Twitter: @CrimeWeeklyPod Facebook: @CrimeWeeklyPod ADS: 1. https://www.JonesRoadBeauty.com - Use code CRIMEWEEKLY for a FREE cool gloss with your first purchase!

Today's guest is Billy Birdzell, founder of Horatius Group, an independent investment bank focused on creating exceptional outcomes for founder-led and family-owned businesses, and Horatius Impact, a non-profit dedicated to training and equipping scouts to defend endangered species like rhino and lion from poachers in Africa.  Billy began his career as an infantry and special operations officer in the United States Marine Corps. On September 11, 2001, he was in New York City — an event that would forever shape his path. Soon after, he deployed to Iraq, meeting his platoon in combat and leading Marines through the fight to Baghdad. In this conversation, Billy and Jack discuss what it means to lead in the chaos of war, the relentless push to “just keep moving forward,” and the weapons and gear that defined those early battles.They revisit the Battle of Najaf in August 2004 and the historic January 2005 elections in Iraq, reflecting on the cost and meaning of those moments. Billy shares his journey from conventional infantry operations to Marine Special Operations Command (MARSOC), his experiences training for special operations, attending French language school, and deploying to Africa.The two also look back on their long friendship and Jack's transition from the Teams to becoming an author, before diving into Billy's post-military mission — building Horatius Group and Horatius Impact, and his ongoing work in Africa protecting wildlife and empowering local defenders on the frontlines of conservation.FOLLOW BILLYLinkedIn: @BillyBirdzellWebsite: https://www.horatiusgroup.com FOLLOW JACKInstagram: @JackCarrUSA X:  @JackCarrUSAFacebook:  @JackCarr YouTube:  @JackCarrUSASPONSORSCRY HAVOC – A Tom Reece Thriller Bravo Company Manufacturing - https://bravocompanyusa.com/ and on Instagram @BravoCompanyUSATHE SIGs of Jack Carr:Visit https://www.sigsauer.com/ and on Instagram @sigsauerinc Jack Carr Gear: Explore the gear here https://jackcarr.co/gear

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From the BBC World Service: Shein is making headlines for more than its new brick-and-mortar store in Paris's famed BHV department store. But the launch has been overshadowed by French authorities' investigation into disturbing, illegal products sold on the platform, as well as on Temu, AliExpress, and Wish. Today, we'll learn more. And some people in Thailand are relying on informal money lenders to cover the bills as consumer debt levels soar. We'll examine the deeper costs.

Welcome to episode 274 of Growers Daily! We cover: if our gardens are contaminated enough to be concerned about it, anxiety VS farming, and woodchips as a bed mulch.  We are a Non-Profit! 

With over 40 years of managing some of the top names in wine (Opus One, Mondavi, Baron Philippe de Rothschild), David Pearson, President of Joseph Phelps, has developed a distinct point of view on how to build a globally iconic brand. Ultimately, it comes down to relationships and the effort required to maintain them. From focus and prioritization to spending upwards of 65% of time on the road, David hopes more wineries will follow in his footsteps to build the category of Napa and American wines globally. Detailed Show Notes: David's background: started as a winemaker (Europe, SoCal), sensory evaluation for Hublein (now Diageo), post-MBA marketing job with Baron Philippe de Rothschild, Mondavi in France (see Mondovino movie), managed Byron, then CEO of Opus One, now President of Joseph PhelpsThe goal is to create personal relationships and care about mutual success and partnership with accounts“Focus is the hard part” - at Opus, initially London, Hong Kong, Japan; then emerging markets, Mainland China, Dubai; Phelps also prioritized KoreaSingapore distributor told him, “We'll see you in 5 years, the French come every year.”Track people who buy wine and meet w/ them - 80/20 rule, focus on the top 20% of trade accountsAfter the top 20%, do second tier of accounts, then collectorsTravelled ~65% at Opus OneBudgets ~20-30% of marketing expenses for building relationshipsOpus One 1st 10 years - went to Asia, Canada, Europe every year, then put someone in Tokyo and Hong KongSends ~400-500 handwritten holiday cards to partners with specifics about their last visitTravel team includes a winemaker if they like it and are good at communicating, and a marketing team to better understand the marketPlease don't make it feel anonymous, but give the meetings and message personalityAt Phelps, focused on Insignia and current vintage, show older wines to show aging potentialThe goal is to expand export to ~30-40% in 10 years vs. 12-13% of Insignia todayBrands need to think deeper about what's unique and also where they are goingGet alignment between the story, the wine in the market, and where you're goingThe winery owner had three objections to export: sell all the wine to US customers, don't want to take any away from them don't know who to sell to don't want to spend the time and money to go thereLarger volume wines have different commercial relationships, same elements (knowing your partners, need to build), but margins tend to get squeezedBelieves that if the category is successful (e.g., Napa), everyone will be more successfulNegociants (La Place) respond to existing market demand well and are efficient distributors, but it is not in their DNA to build brandsPhelps uses the LVMH distribution network to build the brand and deliver directly to the core accountsMeasures quality of relationships w/ initial feeling, but then seeing the wines go to the market, need to see forward momentumTracks Liv-ex pricing a lot, seen upticks in InsigniaOther marketing elements: relationships happen over multiple channels now, need to do more social media, and be part of the discussionThe pricing goal is to have trade and consumer connect the innate value of the wine to the priceThe current neo-prohibitionist environment recalls the 80s and the “Mondavi defense” of wine as a potential solution Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode, we sit down with legendary Chef Christopher Gross and hospitality visionary Bill Nassikas as they explore the intersection of cuisine, creativity, and guest experience. From Michelin-level kitchens to world-class resorts, they share stories from decades at the top of the culinary and hospitality industries—along with candid conversations with chefs, winemakers, and entrepreneurs redefining what it means to serve. Insight, humor, and behind-the-scenes wisdom—straight from two masters of their craft. Website: https://wrigleymansion.com/christophers westroc.com  Instagram: christophersatwrigley   BACK STORY The president and COO of Westroc Hospitality since its founding, William J. Nassikas boasts decades of successful national and international experience in the hospitality industry. Like CEO Scott Lyon, William gained early exposure to his career path as the son of hotelier James A. Nassikas, founder of the Stanford Court Hotel in San Francisco. Prior to joining Westroc, William served as senior vice president of operations at Grand Bay Resorts, joining that organization as part of the merger-acquisition of Carefree Resorts. There, he was responsible for all accommodations, restaurant, spa, golf, and other guest service operations for properties including The Boulders Resort, The Buttes in Tempe, The Peaks at Telluride, Carmel Valley Ranch, The Lodge at Ventana Canyon, The Grand Bay Miami, and the famed Golden Door Spa. Among his many achievements, William was instrumental in the conception and development of Deer Valley Resort in Utah. He gained invaluable experience through executive management positions within Hyatt Hotels, as well as training throughout Europe, including the famed Restaurant Girardet in Switzerland. A graduate of Cornell University's Hotel School, William earned a Diplome Finale des Etudes from Ecole Hoteliere de la Societe Suisse des Hoteliers in Switzerland. His numerous honors include "Hotelier of the Year" by The Chaine des Rotisseurs, being inducted into The Arizona Republic's Arizona Culinary Hall of Fame, the Ivy Award from Restaurant & Institutions magazine, the CSX Award of Excellence, nomination for the Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art's Contemporary Catalyst Award, the 2006 Industry Leadership Award from Arizona Hospitality Industry Professionals, and AZLTA's 2019 Hotelier of the Year award. William fulfills a commitment to give back to the hospitality industry, helping train future professionals as a visiting lecturer to the Inaugural Master of Real Estate Development Class at Arizona State University, Cornell University's Hotel School, and University of New Hampshire's hospitality management program. He also serves on various boards, including the Royal St. Corporation, AZLTA and The Mission B1 Foundation.   Based in Phoenix, AZ, Christopher Gross is a James Beard Foundation Award-winning chef who has been recognized among the best in the United States. Famed for its modern twists on classic French fare, Christopher's at Wrigley Mansion earned a 2022 James Beard Outstanding Chef nomination. It was rated 18/20 by Gayot Guide which named it Best French Restaurant, Best 10 Restaurant Wine Lists, Best 10 Restaurants with a View, and Best Romantic Restaurants. In its five-star review, Arizona Republic called the restaurant "Phoenix's most innovative, enticing dining experience for its exclusive tasting-menu experience where the chefs also serve each dish." Named to the Scottsdale Culinary Hall of Fame, Chef Christopher has also been honored by Food & Wine magazine's "America's 10 Best New Chefs," was the first chef in Arizona to be honored with the Robert Mondavi Culinary Award of Excellence and also created the nationwide "Flavors" fundraiser for the American Liver Association.     SUBSCRIBE TO ICONIC HOUR If you enjoyed today's podcast, I'd be so appreciative if you'd take two minutes to subscribe, rate and review ICONIC HOUR. It makes a huge difference for our growth. Thanks so much!   ICONIC LIFE MAGAZINE  Stay in touch with ICONIC LIFE magazine. We invite you to join our digital VIP list and SUBSCRIBE!   JOIN OUR ICONIC COMMUNITY Website: iconiclife.com Instagram: @iconiclifemag Facebook: Iconic Life YouTube: ICONIC LIFE   FOLLOW RENEE DEE Instagram: @iconicreneedee LinkedIn: Renee Dee   Thanks for being a part of our community to Live Beautifully.  

The Chinese online retailer Shein is opening its first permanent shop, using floor space in the prestigious BHV department store in the French capital Paris. But how is this seen in France? Leanna Byrne hears from a protestor and one of the managers of the building. Also, the Chinese government is using a major trade exhibition to sell the country as an investment partner after last week's meeting between President Xi Jinping and Donald Trump. An independent review looking into how to tackle health-related joblessness has warned the UK is sliding into an "avoidable crisis". And for young Ugandans, Zohran Mamdani, born in the capital Kampala and elected as New York's mayor, his rise isn't just political; it's professional too. We hear from a young Ugandan Mamdani supporter.Presenter: Leanna Byrne Producer: Ahmed Adan Editor: Justin Bones

Two prisoners have been released by mistake from Wandsworth prison in London in the space of a week, including an Algerian national who is a convicted sex offender. Also: Democrats in the United States are celebrating victories in a series of elections, including Zohran Mamdani becoming the mayor of New York. And the French government says it has started the process of suspending the online platform of the fast-fashion retailer Shein.

Join Alex Payne, Mike Tindall, James Haskell, and Ben Kayser as they look back on England's win over Australia and discuss Henry Pollock's unbelievable luck... and genius! The team gets fired up over the "orgasmic" success of Borthwick's Borthball tactics. Plus, they preview the massive France vs. Springboks "Payback" rematch, with Ben Kayser revealing the trauma still gripping the French following RWC 2023. Season 6 is Sponsored by Continental Tyres 00:00

Toph leads the discussion and review of Fall Out Boy's 2008 album ‘Folie à Deux' – including, as always, albums + songs on our radar and much more!   That's French, ya know.  What it means?  Tune in and find out.  Is this their last good album?  Tune in and find out.  What was Yes' last good album?  Tune in and find out.  Did Patrick Stump make the worst solo album ever made?  Tune in and find out. Would Nubs go see Wyonna Judd in concert?  Tune in and find out.  Is Wyonna Judd the dead one?  Actually we still don't know.  Are the Detroit Red Wings for real?  That's another one we don't know but are hopeful.  Did Howard The Duck sing his own theme song?  Shucks we never checked on that.  So c'mon, be there -- we got long song titles, puns, lots of post-emo energy...and did we mention the long song titles? 

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This mix captures the lush, cinematic vibe of the 1990s, when dusty vinyl samples, jazzy chords, and deep basslines took their place on the musical world stage—the blend of sounds, from trip-hop, downtempo, nu-jazz, and the French touch to the cinematic. PLAYLIST The Herbaliser – The Sensual Woman Air – Modular Mix Morcheeba – Trigger Hippie Coldcut – Autumn Leaves David Holmes – Rodney Yates St Germain – Rose Rouge Lemon Jelly – In The Bath Thievery Corporation – Shaolin Satellite (Remastered 2022) Lionrock – Fire Up The Shoesaw Hexstatic – Chase Me The Dining Rooms – La Citta Nuda Propellerheads – Velvet Pants

Fluent Fiction - French: Mystery in the Louvre: An Art Lover's Autumn Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/fr/episode/2025-11-05-08-38-20-fr Story Transcript:Fr: L'automne avait transformé Paris en un tableau vivant.En: The autumn had transformed Paris into a living tableau.Fr: Les feuilles bruissaient sous les pieds des passants aux abords du Louvre, où une nouvelle intrigue se tissait.En: The leaves rustled under the feet of the passersby at the edge of the Louvre, where a new intrigue was unfolding.Fr: Au cœur du musée, parmi les œuvres d'art célèbres et les touristes émerveillés, se cachait un mystère sombre.En: In the heart of the museum, among the famous works of art and the awe-struck tourists, a dark mystery lay hidden.Fr: Lucien, un jeune passionné d'histoire de l'art, parcourait les galeries avec enthousiasme.En: Lucien, a young art history enthusiast, was enthusiastically wandering through the galleries.Fr: Chaque tableau, chaque sculpture, était pour lui une fenêtre sur le passé.En: Every painting, every sculpture, was for him a window to the past.Fr: Il venait d'une petite ville de province et avait toujours rêvé d'un jour résoudre un grand mystère à Paris.En: He came from a small provincial town and had always dreamed of one day solving a great mystery in Paris.Fr: Ce rêve semblait sur le point de devenir réalité.En: This dream seemed on the verge of becoming reality.Fr: Au même moment, Élodie, la conservatrice du musée, bouillonnait d'inquiétude.En: At the same time, Élodie, the museum curator, was simmering with anxiety.Fr: Un tableau précieux, une œuvre rare de l'impressionnisme, avait disparu.En: A precious painting, a rare piece of Impressionism, had disappeared.Fr: Le gala annuel du musée approchait, et le stress pesait lourd sur ses épaules.En: The museum's annual gala was approaching, and the stress weighed heavily on her shoulders.Fr: Elle était sceptique quant à l'implication de Lucien, mais elle avait peu d'alternatives.En: She was skeptical about Lucien's involvement, but she had few alternatives.Fr: Le temps pressait.En: Time was pressing.Fr: Sans en avertir Élodie, Lucien décida de chercher des indices.En: Without informing Élodie, Lucien decided to search for clues.Fr: Il passa des heures à interroger secrètement le personnel du musée.En: He spent hours secretly questioning the museum staff.Fr: Certains, touchés par sa détermination, acceptèrent de l'aider.En: Some, touched by his determination, agreed to help.Fr: Ils fouillèrent les salles, examinèrent chaque recoin, espérant trouver une trace de l'œuvre disparue.En: They searched the rooms, examined every nook, hoping to find a trace of the missing work.Fr: Élodie, bien qu'hésitante, remarqua la ténacité de Lucien.En: Élodie, although hesitant, noticed Lucien's tenacity.Fr: Elle devait choisir : continuer selon le protocole établi ou laisser ce jeune idéaliste agir.En: She had to choose: continue according to the established protocol or let this young idealist act.Fr: Elle opta pour une approche équilibrée, oscillant entre méfiance et espoir.En: She opted for a balanced approach, oscillating between mistrust and hope.Fr: Un jour, alors que la lumière dorée de l'automne inondait la grande salle, Lucien découvrit un indice crucial.En: One day, as the golden autumn light flooded the great hall, Lucien discovered a crucial clue.Fr: Une note cachée derrière une sculpture.En: A note hidden behind a sculpture.Fr: Elle indiquait que le tableau avait été dissimulé dans une section peu visitée du musée par un ancien employé frustré.En: It indicated that the painting had been concealed in a little-visited section of the museum by a former disgruntled employee.Fr: Le mystère s'éclaircissait.En: The mystery was clearing up.Fr: Lucien et Élodie unirent leurs efforts.En: Lucien and Élodie joined their efforts.Fr: Grâce à cette collaboration inattendue, ils localisèrent le tableau, soigneusement enveloppé dans un dépôt poussiéreux.En: Thanks to this unexpected collaboration, they located the painting, carefully wrapped in a dusty storage area.Fr: Le coupable, un homme amer à cause d'un ancien différend, fut arrêté.En: The culprit, a bitter man due to a past dispute, was arrested.Fr: Le jour du gala, le tableau était là, éblouissant sous les lumières de la fête.En: On the day of the gala, the painting was there, dazzling under the party lights.Fr: Lucien, rayonnant mais modeste, avait prouvé sa valeur.En: Lucien, radiant but modest, had proven his worth.Fr: Élodie, quant à elle, apprit qu'une touche de confiance pouvait parfois transcender les règles.En: Élodie, on the other hand, learned that a touch of confidence could sometimes transcend the rules.Fr: Paris continuait de murmurer sous l'automne, mais au Louvre, le triomphe partagé de Lucien et Élodie célébrait plus que l'art.En: Paris continued to murmur under the autumn, but at the Louvre, the shared triumph of Lucien and Élodie celebrated more than art.Fr: C'était une victoire de conviction et de confiance, un moment où l'individu et l'équipe avaient trouvé un équilibre parfait.En: It was a victory of conviction and confidence, a moment where the individual and the team had found perfect balance. Vocabulary Words:the autumn: l'automnethe tableau: le tableauthe leaves: les feuillesto rustle: bruirethe passerby: le passantthe heart: le cœurthe awe-struck: émerveilléthe curator: le conservateur/la conservatriceto simmer: bouillirthe anxiety: l'inquiétuderare piece: œuvre rarethe gala: le galato weigh: peserthe shoulder: l'épaulethe clue: l'indiceto interrogate: interrogerto examine: examinerthe nook: le recointhe tenacity: la ténacitéthe protocol: le protocoleto oscillate: oscillerthe hope: l'espoirthe sculpture: la sculptureto conceal: dissimulerthe storage area: le dépôtthe culprit: le coupablethe dispute: le différendthe balance: l'équilibrethe confidence: la confiancethe conviction: la conviction

Fluent Fiction - French: Souvenirs of the Sahara: Éloise's Journey to Connection Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/fr/episode/2025-11-05-23-34-02-fr Story Transcript:Fr: Le soleil se levait dans le désert du Sahara, peignant le ciel de nuances rouges et dorées.En: The sun rose over the désert du Sahara, painting the sky with shades of red and gold.Fr: Éloise, Luc et Hugo se tenaient au bord d'un marché animé.En: Éloise, Luc and Hugo stood at the edge of a bustling market.Fr: Les bruits de la foule remplissaient l'air, mélangés aux appels des marchands et aux sons des animaux de la région.En: The sounds of the crowd filled the air, mixed with the calls of merchants and the sounds of regional animals.Fr: Éloise regardait autour, émerveillée par les couleurs vives des tissus suspendus dans les étals.En: Éloise looked around, amazed by the bright colors of the fabrics hanging from the stalls.Fr: Des tapis marocains, des bijoux en argent et des poteries artisanales s'étalaient devant elle.En: Moroccan carpets, silver jewelry, and handcrafted pottery spread out before her.Fr: Elle cherchait quelque chose de spécial, un souvenir qui représenterait son voyage.En: She was looking for something special, a souvenir that would represent her journey.Fr: Luc, son ami aventureux, s'approche d'une échoppe remplie de statuettes en bois.En: Luc, her adventurous friend, approached a stall filled with wooden figurines.Fr: "Regarde Éloise!"En: "Look Éloise!"Fr: cria-t-il, "Ces petits animaux sont adorables!"En: he shouted, "These little animals are adorable!"Fr: "Hugo," appela-t-elle à un marchand à la barbe grisonnante et au sourire accueillant.En: "Hugo," she called to a merchant with a graying beard and a welcoming smile.Fr: "Pouvez-vous me parler de ces objets?"En: "Can you tell me about these items?"Fr: Hugo hocha la tête avec enthousiasme.En: Hugo nodded enthusiastically.Fr: "Bien sûr," répondit-il, en tenant une sculpture en main.En: "Of course," he replied, holding a sculpture in hand.Fr: "Chaque pièce est unique, faite avec amour par des artisans du village voisin.En: "Each piece is unique, lovingly made by artisans from the nearby village.Fr: Cette statuette, par exemple, raconte l'histoire d'une légende ancienne.En: This figurine, for example, tells the story of an ancient legend.Fr: Elle porte chance à celui qui l'emporte."En: It brings luck to whoever takes it."Fr: Éloise écoutait attentivement, fascinée par les récits de Hugo.En: Éloise listened attentively, fascinated by Hugo's tales.Fr: Elle sentait que ces histoires donnaient vie aux objets.En: She felt that these stories brought the objects to life.Fr: Pour une raison qu'elle ne pouvait expliquer, Éloise se sentait attirée par un petit pendentif en argent, finement ciselé avec une pierre bleue en son centre.En: For a reason she couldn't explain, Éloise felt drawn to a small silver pendant, finely engraved with a blue stone at its center.Fr: "Quelle est son histoire?"En: "What is its story?"Fr: demanda-t-elle, en caressant doucement le bijou.En: she asked, gently caressing the jewelry.Fr: Hugo sourit et ses yeux brillèrent.En: Hugo smiled and his eyes sparkled.Fr: "C'est un talisman porte-bonheur.En: "It's a lucky charm.Fr: La pierre bleue symbolise le désert, éternel et magnifique.En: The blue stone symbolizes the desert, eternal and magnificent.Fr: On dit qu'il apporte paix et clarté à celui qui le porte."En: It's said to bring peace and clarity to its wearer."Fr: Éloise sentit une connexion immédiate.En: Éloise felt an immediate connection.Fr: Toutes ses hésitations s'évanouirent.En: All her hesitations vanished.Fr: Elle savait que c'était le souvenir qu'elle voulait.En: She knew this was the souvenir she wanted.Fr: "Je vais le prendre," dit-elle avec assurance.En: "I'll take it," she said with assurance.Fr: Elle paya Hugo et attacha délicatement le pendentif autour de son cou.En: She paid Hugo and delicately fastened the pendant around her neck.Fr: En quittant le marché, elle se sentait plus connectée à cette terre étrange mais magnifique.En: As she left the market, she felt more connected to this strange yet beautiful land.Fr: Elle se retourna vers Hugo et lui fit un signe de la main, un sourire large sur son visage.En: She turned back to Hugo and waved, a broad smile on her face.Fr: Sur le chemin du retour avec Luc, Éloise se sentit pleine de gratitude.En: On the way back with Luc, Éloise felt full of gratitude.Fr: Elle avait appris à écouter son cœur, découvrant que les histoires et les liens humains étaient bien plus précieux que n'importe quel objet.En: She had learned to listen to her heart, discovering that stories and human connections were far more precious than any object.Fr: C'était sa vraie découverte dans ce voyage au Sahara.En: This was her true discovery on this journey to the Sahara. Vocabulary Words:the desert: le désertthe shade: la nuancethe market: le marchéthe crowd: la foulethe merchant: le marchandthe fabric: le tissuthe stall: l'étalthe carpet: le tapisthe jewelry: le bijouthe pottery: la poteriethe souvenir: le souvenirsilver: l'argentthe figurine: la statuettethe sculpture: la sculpturethe legend: la légendethe pendative: le pendentifthe charm: le talismanthe connection: la connexionthe adventure: l'aventureancient: ancienmagnificent: magnifiqueeternal: éternelwelcoming: accueillantto vanish: s'évanouirthe gratitude: la gratitudeto carve: ciselerto symbolize: symboliserto fasten: attacherthe artisan: l'artisanto discover: découvrir

Cork-based band Ways of Seeing released their second album The Inheritence of Fear on October 10. Singer and guitarist James O'Donnell talks about his long road to the album, from starting out alongside Eoin 'Talos' French a decade and a half ago to Dear Desert before a years-long estrangement from music. We talk about how he came back to music, his health issues such as losing his voice and tinnitus, literature and influences on The Inheritence of Fear. Ways of Seeing play the Kino, Cork, on Friday, November 14. Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ways-of-seeing-album-launch-party-tickets-1773309459329 Buy The Inheritence of Fear: https://waysofseeing.bandcamp.com/album/the-inheritance-of-fear

We celebrate National French Week (November 4-10) and the 2025 theme, Design your Future with French, with a special LLChat podcast episode from our series Québécois Poets & Writers. Xavière Hardy is a distinguished writer and specialist in Video Game Production Management from Montreal. She's the author of acclaimed books such as "Follement écrivaines" and "Ne passez pas par la case départ." Her career spans significant roles in the literary and gaming industries, including managing major projects like Hyper Scape and For Honor at Ubisoft. Additionally, she serves on the board of Femmes de Parole, actively enriching poetic and intercultural dialogues.Our sincere thanks to Dr. Peter Schulman for hosting and sharing this course interview. We are grateful for the editing skills of Ibrahima Wann.Send us a text

In 1946, Elizabeth Short – the young woman the world would later know as The Black Dahlia – returned to California chasing love, glamour, and a new beginning. Instead, she found herself drifting through a postwar Los Angeles filled with promise, danger, and people who would soon become key figures in one of the most infamous unsolved murders in American history.In this episode, we follow Beth — now calling herself Betty — from Long Beach to Hollywood and finally to San Diego in the final weeks before her disappearance. Along the way, she crosses paths with men who offer affection and opportunity, but whose motives aren't always as pure as they seem.From the glitzy Florentine Gardens nightclub to the humble home of the French family, this chapter reveals the pattern that defined Elizabeth's life: charm and tragedy, hope and heartbreak, played out against the glittering — and unforgiving — backdrop of midcentury Los Angeles.About This SeriesBROKEN: The Black Dahlia Murder is a six-part Once Upon a Crime original series. Through extensive research, historical records, and firsthand accounts, Esther Ludlow uncovers the truth behind America's most infamous unsolved murder, separating fact from fiction to rediscover the real woman behind the myth.

Ladies, this episode might include some subpar “French” accents, wild theories, and the kind of over the top heist analysis you'd expect from two mamas who have seen Ocean's 11 once. Grab a croissant and let's unpack the Louvre robbery!00:00:00 Intro & Show Announcements00:04:01 Confidence In Robbing The Louvre 00:06:19 $102 Million in Napoleon's Jewels Stolen00:11:05 How They Got Caught 00:23:11 Famous Heists in History00:29:21 Ireland Lost A Priceless Cello In A Cab00:31:09 Stockholm Syndrome Origin Story00:33:01 Canada's Maple Syrup Heist 00:35:16 Antwerp Diamond Heist00:38:03 Hot FlashMORE PODCAST EPISODES: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTGuNbPgq2EartAwwgs_H-LVho3FvWnXpJUST LISTEN TO THE PODCAST: https://link.chtbl.com/imomsohardSEE US ON TOUR: (FALL DATES COMING SOON)https://www.imomsohard.com/WATCH OUR AMAZON PRIME SPECIAL: https://www.amazon.com/IMomSoHard-Live/dp/B07VBJ34DTIf you are interested in advertising on this podcast email ussales@acast.comTo request #IMOMSOHARD to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.comFOLLOW US: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/imomsohardInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/imomsohard/Twitter: https://twitter.com/imomsohardGet our sponsor DISCOUNT CODES here!https://linktr.ee/imshpodcastABOUT US Female comedy duo Kristin Hensley and Jen Smedley have been performing, teaching, and writing comedy internationally for a combined 40+ years. They have been moms for one quarter of that time and it shows. How do they cope? They laugh about all of the craziness that comes with being a mom and they want you to laugh about it too! From snot to stretchmarks to sleepless nights, Kristin and Jen know firsthand that parenting is a hard job and they invite you to join them in taking it all a little less seriously (even if for a few short minutes a day). After all, Jen currently has four days of dry shampoo in her hair and Kristin's keys are still in her front door. They try, they fail, they support each other, and they mom as hard as they can.Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes only. Views expressed on this podcast solely reflect those of the host and do not reflect the views of Pionaire. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 706: Neal and Toby discuss the acquisition of Kenvue, the maker of Tylenol, by Kimberly Clark. Then, Palantir reports a strong Q3 as their government sales surges. Also, Shein bans the sale of “child-like” sex dolls on its platform after a French watchdog gives them a final warning. Meanwhile, Toby dives into the trend of AI marketing as Coca-Cola doubles down on an AI-generated commercial, disregarding the backlash they received from the first go-around. Finally, OpenAI signs a massive $38B cloud deal with Amazon.  Learn more at usbank.com/splitcard  Get your MBD live show tickets here! https://www.tinyurl.com/MBD-HOLIDAY  Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note⁠⁠⁠  Watch Morning Brew Daily Here:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Long-term use of injectable birth control like Depo-Provera is linked to a significantly higher risk of brain tumors, especially meningiomas Women who started injections after age 30 faced dramatically higher risks, with increases ranging from 175% to 277% depending on age group A French study found women using injectable birth control for more than a year were over five times more likely to need brain tumor surgery Unlike synthetic hormone shots, options such as barrier methods and fertility awareness carry no increased risk of brain tumors Natural progesterone supports your body's balance by countering excess estrogen, calming your nervous system, and protecting long-term brain health

The former limestone quarry that exists beneath the city of Paris is a creepy yet dank combination of history. These catcoms house fossils from 45 million years ago, the bones of 6 million Parisians going back to the 4th century, occult temples, and French resistance as well as German bunkers from WW2. Strider shares photos from his recent visit with his dank wife. Makin' Memories Strider's Full 1 hour stand up special! Sources: history.com, penguinteen.com, catacombs.paris.fr, parisperfect.com, brainyquote.com, imdb.com, atlasobscura.com

This week we talk about Mach 1, the Bell X-1, and the Concorde.We also discuss the X-59, the Tu-144, and Boom Supersonic.Recommended Book: Red Team Blues by Cory DoctorowTranscriptThe term “supersonic,” when applied to speed, refers to something moving faster than the speed of sound—a speed that is shorthanded as Mach 1.The precise Mach 1 speed of sound will be different depending on the nature of the medium through which an object is traveling. So if you're moving at sea level versus up high in the air, in the stratosphere, the speed of sound will be different. Likewise if you're moving through moist air versus dry air, or moving through water versus moving through syrup, different speed of sound, different Mach 1.In general, though, to give a basic sense of how fast we're talking here, if an object is moving at sea level through dry air at a temperature of 20 degrees celsius, which is 68 degrees fahrenheit, Mach 1 is about 768 miles per hour, which is about 1,126 feet per second, and 343.2 meters per second.It's fast! It's very fast. Again, this is the speed at which sound moves. So if you surpass the speed of sound, if you go supersonic, you will arrive faster than the sound you make while moving.Back in 1947, an experimental American plane called the Bell X-1 broke the sound barrier, surpassed Mach 1, reaching a speed of almost 1,000 miles per hour using a 6,000 pound thrust rocket propulsion system. A later version of the same rocket-powered plane, the Bell X-1A, which was basically the same vehicle, it just had more fuel capacity, allowing the rocket to burn longer, achieved 1,600 miles per hour in 1956.Prior to that, in 1943, British began working on a secret experimental aircraft called the Miles M.52, intending to build a plane capable of traveling 1,000 mph. Interestingly, this project was apparently the result of the British wanting to keep up with a supposed already existing German aircraft capable of achieving that speed, though it's now believed the intelligence that led the British to believe the Germans had a supersonic-capable plane was the result of a mistranslation—the Germans hit 1,000 km per hour, which is about 621 mph, and still subsonic.Though apparently a success in terms of research and innovation, the Miles M.52 project was cancelled in 1946, due partly to budgetary concerns, and partly because the new government didn't believe supersonic aircraft were practical, or maybe even feasible.After the existence of this project was revealed to the public, however, criticism for the cancellation mounted, and the design was translated into new, unmanned scale-model experimental versions of the plane which achieved controlled Mach 1.38 supersonic speeds, and both the design and research from this program was shared with the American company, Bell, and all that knowledge informed the development of the aforementioned Bell X-1 supersonic plane.Again, that successful Bell mission was flown in 1947, and in 1961, a Douglas jetliner, a commercial jet, broke the sound barrier during a controlled test dive, and that fed the development of an intended supersonic airliner in the US, though similar research being conducted elsewhere would bear more direct and immediate fruit.In the Soviet Union, a supersonic jetliner called the Tupolev Tu-144 entered service in 1968, and a jetliner co-developed by the British and French, the Concorde, began construction in 1965, and tallied its first flight in March of 1969.The Tu-144 was thus the world's first commercial supersonic airliner, by a few months, and it also became the first commercial transport to exceed Mach 2, twice the speed of sound, in 1970.The Tu-144 was plagued by reliability issues from the get-go, however, and while performing maneuvers at an air show in Paris in 1973, it disintegrated in midair, which—combined with its high operating costs reduced its long-term market viability, especially internationally. By the mid-1970s, it was primarily operating within the Soviet Union, and after a new variant of the jet crashed in 1978, the Tu-144 program was cancelled in 1983. Existing models continued to be use for niche purposes, like training space program pilots, and for a supersonic research program undertaken by NASA in the late-1990s, but the final Tu-144 flight was in mid-1999, and all surviving aircraft are now on display or in storage.The Concorde has a similar history. Original forecasts for the supersonic airliner market were optimistic, and while the craft seemed to be generally more reliable and less issue-prone than the Tu-144, and it enjoyed a period of fanfare and promotion, as a sort of luxury experience for folks crossing the Atlantic in particular, cutting travel times in half, a major crash in mid-2000, which killed all 109 occupants and four people on the ground, led to the suspension of service until late-2001, and all remaining Concorde aircraft were retired in 2003—about 20 of them are on display throughout North American and Europe, as of the mid-2020s.The costs associated with operating Concorde aircraft, as with the Tu-144, were also quite high, and those costs and other complications led to the cancellation of a would-be supersonic jetliner competitor from Boeing, the 2707, in 1971, before it built any prototypes.What I'd like to talk about today is a renewed enthusiasm for supersonic passenger aircraft, and what's changed that might make supersonic transport a viable market, today.—In the United States, commercial aircraft are not allowed to fly at supersonic speeds. This is because the sonic booms generated by supersonic flight, which are shockwaves that work a bit like the crack of a bullwhip or the firing of a bullet, but much, much larger, can set off alarms, rattle or shatter windows, and generally create all sorts of chaos on the ground, even in areas not directly under the aircraft that's breaking the sound barrier.This was true even during the heyday of the Concorde: the craft was only allowed to travel at supersonic speeds over the ocean, because doing so over populated areas was such a pain, and in some cases, a danger.Sonic booms aren't the only reason supersonic aircraft like the Concorde failed to establish a long-term presence in the airline industry, but they're a big part of it. It's just really difficult to work around that kind of persistent issue.This is why a new experimental project by NASA, the X-59 Quesst, with two-s's, Quesst standing for Quiet SuperSonic Technology, is garnering so much attention. Built by Lockheed Martin, the X-59 is said to dramatically reduce the scale of sonic booms, instead producing what's been described as a sonic thump, its long, slender nose breaking up the pressure waves that otherwise build up and create that much larger, more impactful shock wave boom, and its engine is on top of the plane rather than underneath it, a design choice that sends the majority of remaining shock wave impacts upward toward the sky, rather than down toward the ground.The X-59 is still just an experimental jet. It's a single-seater, it's about twice as long as an F-16 fighter jet, and it can cruise at around 925 miles per hours, which is Mach 1.4.It's hoped that this new design will allow for the creation of future supersonic jetliners, though, as being able to traverse oceans twice as fast would bring massive economic benefits, in terms of shipping people, but also all kinds of goods. Being able to use these aircraft fully, at their full speed, over land and to and from any airport, would likewise make them more versatile and introduce new benefits and, hopefully, favorable economics.Worth noting here is that this jet is a descendent of that first Bell X-1 plane that broke the sound barrier in 1947; NASA's X-planes are innovative models meant to push the boundaries of what's currently possible, and the X-59 is just a more modern version of that initial X-1 conception in many ways.That said, the X-59 has only been successfully flown at low speeds and altitudes at this point. It got a lot of press at the end of October 2025 for successfully completing its first flight, which shows it can fly and land, which is good. But its inaugural flight stuck with a low altitude and just 240 miles per hour; really slow for a jet, and too low for a commercial airliner.The folks behind this project have also said that while they have every reason to believe this design will both work and create a far less impactful sonic boom, they don't yet know if that boom will actually be tolerable for people on the ground. Simulating such things is different from the experience of them, and they won't know until they power the thing all the way up and have it break the sound barrier whether the sonic thump will be barely noticeable and tolerable for folks near airports and flight paths, or if it will be better, but still not good enough to make this a viable alternative to existing jets.There are other entities working on similar things right now, including a company called Boom Supersonic that has already flown a piloted demonstration aircraft, the XB-1, at supersonic speeds—Mac 1.122, which is about 750 mph—at an altitude of over 35,000 feet; the first time a non-government-affiliated aircraft has done so.That was back in March of 2024, and the company plans to build a commercial supersonic aircraft that will carry between 64 and 80 passengers at Mach 1.7, on hundreds of global routes; they say they already have a large number of orders for this passenger aircraft they intend to build, and they say to begin with, they'll be able to produce 66 of them per year from their factory in North Carolina. They say that they'll have the first full-scale prototype of that passenger aircraft, called the Overture, in 2027, and they're aiming to put that craft into service beginning in 2029 or 2030.They're not the only private company aiming to produce supersonic aircraft for various purposes, either. The promise of moving people and things around the world, faster than most of today's options can manage, and in many cases far faster, is still tantalizing for many industries, so long as regulatory, safety, and technological hurdles can be traversed. For most of these private companies, their innovation seems to be mostly in price and scale, not reducing the boom, but some have also claimed that their sonic booms are more moderated; there's also a good chance findings from the NASA X project will translate over to the commercial world in due time, if these companies survive, blending those innovations.It's an interesting moment in this space, then, in part because it seems like supersonic flight is appealing again, to some, at least, after a long period of dashed hopes—that dashing partly the consequence of flaws in earlier models, and headline-grabbing crashes that ruined a lot of appetites for the option.But also because we could see modern technologies, from sensors to propulsion systems to manufacturing capacities applied to this vehicle type, which could ease a lot of the issues that made the Concordes and Tu-144s non-workable the first time around, and could make this type of transport and travel cheaper, too, though probably not until mid-century at the earliest, according to current timelines.Show Noteshttps://arstechnica.com/space/2025/10/nasa-test-flight-seeks-to-help-bring-commercial-supersonic-travel-back/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sonic_boomhttps://www.wired.com/story/nasas-quiet-supersonic-jet-takes-flight/https://www.sofeminine.co.uk/back-in-4-years-your-london-new-york-time-slashed-by-3-hours-as-60-80-seat-supersonic-jet-nears/https://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/nasa-takes-step-closer-launching-quiet-supersonic-jets-127036299https://boomsupersonic.com/https://www.grc.nasa.gov/www/k-12/airplane/lowsup.htmlhttps://www.nasa.gov/aeronautics/supersonic-flight/https://www.spikeaerospace.com/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Miles_M.52https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bell_X-1https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Supersonic_aircrafthttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tupolev_Tu-144https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Concordehttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Supersonic_transporthttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Supersonic_speed This is a public episode. 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On Veterans Day, America pauses to honor the men and women in uniform who have sacrificed so much in defense of our country, our liberty, and our freedom...including the freedom to assemble in public to pray for an end to abortion.  One of those heroes, Private Joe Karlen, nearly drowned in the English Channel on his way to help liberate Europe from the Nazi occupation. After landing at Normandy, Joe was severely wounded by a mortar attack, shot in the arm, and shot in the head. A hand grenade nearly cost him his fingers. A "Bouncing Betty" landmine came close to killing him.  This past summer, 40 Days for Life campaign director Steve Karlen trekked through the French countryside to retrace his grandfather's footsteps in search of the man who saved Joe's life and his entire family tree. What Steve discovered in the French countryside will astound and inspire you.  Join Steve's stunning journey on an episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast unlike any other. 

Welcome to episode 273 of Growers Daily! We cover: lasagne gardening at scale, some fun farmer recipes (and a challenge for you) plus why I kind of miss our farm livestock (but also why we won't bring them back).  We are a Non-Profit! 

In this episode of the Uploft Interior Design Podcast, I share my mixed feelings about the arrival of colder weather, which often brings on seasonal depression, but also the excitement of new TV shows, especially the latest season of "Married at First Sight" on Peacock. I introduce myself for new listeners, highlighting my 20 years of experience as an interior designer and my passion for teaching aspiring designers. I dive into a design question from Gabby in Folsom, offering her tailored advice on window treatments that align with her luxurious French country style while addressing the unique challenges of her space. I also suggest layout changes for her dining area to improve flow and recommend adding a rug and artwork to enhance the overall design. As I wrap up, I express my enthusiasm for the new format of "Married at First Sight" and encourage listeners to send in their design questions for future episodes. Timestamps: 00:00:16 - Seasonal Depression and TV Excitement00:06:27 - Gabby's Design Dilemma00:08:45 - Window Treatment Challenges and Recommendations00:13:05 - Dining Table Arrangement Tips00:20:30 - Married at First Sight Recap00:24:00 - New Format and Couples on the Show00:29:25 - Closing Remarks and Future Episodes Links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Uploft.com⁠ ⁠AffordableInteriorDesign.com⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Submit your design questions⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to be featured on the show ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Become a Premium Member⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and access the bonus episodes Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to become an interior designer with Uploft's Interior Design Academy. Get Betsy's book: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠betsyhelmuth.com/book⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For more about our residential interior design services, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ModernInteriorDesign.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For our commercial interior design services, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠OfficeInteriorDesign.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@uploftinteriordesign⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠facebook.com/UploftIntDes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tiktok.com/@uploftinteriordesign⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/uploft-interior-design If you enjoy the show, please spread the word and leave a review on iTunes! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stephanie interviews Elise Tegegne, author of In Praise of House Flies. They discuss finding God's presence, grace, and growth in the ordinary and sometimes challenging moments of daily life. Spiritual growth is cultivated not by spectacular moments, but by surrender, humility, dependence, and wonder woven into the fabric of everyday life. As Elise's experience, book, and wisdom reveal, God meets us in the little things—if we will simply open our eyes and hearts to Him. Elise's story begins with her call to serve as a missionary teacher in Ethiopia—an experience that brought her, for the first time, into the depths of her own inadequacy. Far from home and outside her comfort zone, she quickly realized she could not succeed on her own. Failure and discomfort became a means by which she experienced true intimacy with God. When everything felt overwhelming, the only option was to get “on her knees,” literally and figuratively, praying for help. Elise discusses how being confronted with her own limits brought a new kind of freedom. Growing up as a high-performing student, she hadn't needed to rely on anyone but herself. But in Ethiopia, humility was forced upon her—and it led to spiritual liberation. Humility is the posture that opens us to God's grace. It's not natural or easy—especially for those of us wired for achievement or “Martha” types—but it's essential. Elise points out that praying for humility is scary, but necessary, and God has ways to gently answer that prayer. True humility is not self-deprecation but a realistic acknowledgment of need—opening the way for grace. God “gives grace to the humble” (1 Peter 5:5). Cultivating humility by embracing moments that challenge our sense of control, happens by asking Him for a gentle, transforming touch. Motherhood and daily life made Elise redefine prayer. No longer only reserved for a quiet hour, prayer became integrated into every moment: while nursing her baby, washing dishes, or shopping with her in-laws, who taught her to pray over even the smallest activities. Prayer can permeate our entire day. Turn every activity—however small—into a moment of connection and dependence on God. “In everything, by prayer and supplication, make your requests known to God.” The title of Elise's book, In Praise of House Flies, inspires us to look for God's presence even in the annoyances and the mundane: the “house fly” moments we'd rather swat away. Life is lived not just in the big events, but in myriad little acts of faithfulness, wonder, and surrender. Adopting a childlike wonder, Elise encourages us to practice gratitude, see the holy in the everyday, and recognize God's gifts everywhere. Resist waiting for the “next big thing.” Instead, let's train our attention on the daily opportunities God gives for transformation, gratitude, and worship. Like children, we marvel at the beauty and sacredness embedded in the ordinary. MORE ABOUT ELISE TEGEGNE AND HER BOOK, “IN PRAISE OF HOUSEFLIES” Through the lens of personal experience, Elise Tegegne reflects on the redemptive glimmers in ordinary challenges ranging from canceled flights to insomnia. In Praise of Houseflies gives readers an opportunity to listen for what their own everyday quandaries can teach and to delight in the abundant graces blossoming within them. It is an essential message of hope, joy, and redemption imparted through deep, nourishing reflection. Elise says of herself, “Living alone and young as a high school French teacher in Ethiopia, I found a world that beautifully upended mine. I found God with skin and bones. And I found the one my soul loves. After giving birth to my son, I left my teaching career to pursue the delights of motherhood and writing. Since then I've been listening for God's voice in the rhythms of everyday life, keeping my eyes open for abundant graces—and seeking to capture what I find in words. My first book In Praise of Houseflies: Meditations on the Gifts in Everyday Quandaries (Calla Press) is now available wherever books are sold. I received a BA in Creative Writing and French from Indiana University and hold an MFA from Seattle Pacific University. “ More at https://www.elisetegegne.com/  Support us on Gospel Spice, PayPal and Venmo!

Texas man shot his neighbor because he thought her horse was getting too fat. French cyclist fell into a ravine and survived for 3 days on only wine. Man wearing only a Speedo broke into a 911 call center and attacked dispatch. // Weird AF News is the only daily weird news podcast in the world. Weird news 5 days/week and on Friday it's only Floridaman. SUPPORT by joining the Weird AF News Patreon http://patreon.com/weirdafnews - OR buy Jonesy a coffee at http://buymeacoffee.com/funnyjones Buy MERCH: https://weirdafnews.merchmake.com/ - Check out the official website https://WeirdAFnews.com and FOLLOW host Jonesy at http://instagram.com/funnyjones - wants Jonesy to come perform standup comedy in your city? Fill out the form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfvYbm8Wgz3Oc2KSDg0-C6EtSlx369bvi7xdUpx_7UNGA_fIw/viewform

In July 1545, King Henry VIII watched from Southsea Castle on England's south coast as his fleet sailed out to face the French - only to witness his prized warship, the Mary Rose, sink before his eyes. Raised from the Solent in 1982, the ship is now the centrepiece of the Mary Rose Museum, along with thousands more artefacts that were recovered from the seabed. But keeping the 500-year-old ship and its associated Tudor relics in good condition is no small task, which is where Dr Eleanor Schofield comes in. As Director of Collections at the Mary Rose Trust and a materials engineer by training, Eleanor has spent years tackling the unique scientific challenges of conserving centuries-old wood and metal. From the United States to Portsmouth, Eleanor's research is helping ensure this iconic vessel remains 'ship-shape' for generations to come. In a special edition of The Life Scientific, recorded in front of an audience at the museum in Portsmouth's Historic Dockyards, Professor Jim Al-Khalili discovers how cutting-edge science is keeping history afloat.Presented by Jim Al-Khalili Produced by Lucy Taylor for BBC Studios

Thomas Berrington discusses the role of data-driven decision-making in the construction industry. He shares insights from his journey into construction and IT, focusing on technology's impact on French Brothers' operations. The episode covers challenges in securing leadership buy-in for new tech, strategies for non-technical communication, and the importance of historical data for efficiency. Thomas also explores Power BI integration for executive and customer insights, the debate between third-party solutions and custom development, and adapting tech for a younger workforce. He concludes with thoughts on data management, AI roadmaps, and offers final advice.

In this inspiring episode of PowerWomen Podcast, host Claire Brown sits down with celebrity chef and entrepreneur Jennifer Maune to talk about her rise from MasterChef fame to launching her own restaurant, Fleur, in downtown Little Rock. Jennifer shares how she's building a French-inspired dining destination, balancing motherhood with six kids, and expanding her brand into home goods, culinary travel, and a future cookbook. Her story is one of passion, purpose, and powerhouse leadership in food and business.     JENNNIFER'S WEBSITE: https://jennifermaune.com/     POWERWOMEN LINKS:     WEBSITE: https://thepowerwomen.org/     LR FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1807102609586780     NWA FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/www.thepowerwomen.org     INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/powerw.o.m.e.n     YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@PowerWomenPodcast     Podcast Produced by clantoncreative.com    

Filmmaker Richard Linklater doesn't speak French, but that didn't stop him from directing a movie that's almost entirely in French. ‘Nouvelle Vague' focuses on the beginning of the New Wave of cinema, specifically Jean-Luc Godard and his landmark 1960 movie ‘Breathless.' "I know that sounds insane," Linklater says, "but me not having the language wasn't even in my top 10 concerns about if I could pull off the movie." Linklater spoke with Terry Gross about the impact of the French New Wave, and his other new film, ‘Blue Moon.' It's about Broadway lyricist Lorenz Hart, the former creative partner of Richard Rodgers.Also, Maureen Corrigan reviews the novel Heart the Lover by Lily King. Follow Fresh Air on instagram @nprfreshair, and subscribe to our weekly newsletter for gems from the Fresh Air archive, staff recommendations, and a peek behind the scenes. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

The Republican Fire: Manet, Gambetta, and the War That Declared a French Republic. Sebastian Smee discusses how Édouard Manet's family wanted him to pursue law or the Navy, but he became a passionate, anti-autocratic Republican inspired by the 1848 uprisings. Manet established himself as an activist painter, creating works protesting Napoleon III's policies. Léon Gambetta became Manet's friend and the leading moderate Republican lawyer. The Franco-Prussian War of 1870 began under Napoleon III, but the French were crushed. When Napoleon III surrendered and went into exile, a Republic was declared in Paris. The victory was bittersweet: Paris was immediately surrounded by Prussian troops, and the entire male population joined the National Guard. However, France was defeated, leading to a humiliating surrender in January 1871. The trauma was reflected subtly in the Impressionists' art.

The Siege, Starvation, and the Start of the Communard Revolt. Sebastian Smee discusses how during the Prussian siege of Paris, Parisians suffered terribly in the coldest winter on record. Radical Republicans grew furious at the moderate government's failure to defeat the Prussians. When the government surrendered and accepted severe conditions, the radicals decided to revolt. The revolutionaries, gathering in March 1871, seized cannons and established the Commune. The Communards were more libertarian than communist, aiming to democratize society. They were violent immediately, and the government forces retreated to Versailles. Paris found itself besieged again by French government forces directed by Adolphe Thiers.

May 1871: Bloody Week and Morisot's Transformation Into a Professional Artist. Sebastian Smee discusses how the Commune began to fall when French government forces returned to retake the city, resulting in Bloody Week in May 1871. The civil conflict was atrociously violent, with the Communards retreating street by street and systematically burning important Parisian buildings. The atmosphere was toxic, resulting in summary executions on a massive scale. Berthe Morisot and her family witnessed the smoke and were stunned by the devastation upon returning. The traumatic events had a profound effect on Morisot, intensifying her resolve to carve out a career as a professional painter—a radical decision for a woman of her background. In subsequent years, Morisot emerged from Manet's shadow, becoming more radical and innovative in her subject matter. 1870

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