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Permaculture Voices
The Joys of Parenting While Farming

Permaculture Voices

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2026 8:01


In this episode, farmer Mike Hedge of Hedge Family Farm opens up about the joys (and challenges) of parenting while running a farm.   Subscribe for more content on sustainable farming, market farming tips, and business insights!   Get market farming tools, seeds, and supplies at Modern Grower. Follow Modern Grower:  Instagram  Instagram Listen to other podcasts on the Modern Grower Podcast Network:  Carrot Cashflow  Farm Small Farm Smart  Farm Small Farm Smart Daily  The Growing Microgreens Podcast  The Urban Farmer Podcast  The Rookie Farmer Podcast  In Search of Soil Podcast Check out Diego's books:  Sell Everything You Grow on Amazon   Ready Farmer One on Amazon **** Modern Grower and Diego Footer participate in the Amazon Services LLC. Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.

MPR News with Angela Davis
When family steps in: The joys and challenges of raising a relative's child

MPR News with Angela Davis

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2026 45:35


When a parent can't care for a child, family members often step in. Grandparents, aunts, uncles, older siblings and close family friends become caregivers — sometimes with little preparation or support. They often face unexpected challenges navigating schools, healthcare, finances and the legal system.MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about what these families need, how policies can better support them and what each of us can do to help.Guests:Donna Butts is the former executive director of Generations United, a national nonprofit that advocates for intergenerational strategies, policies and programs. She is also the author of the new book, “Grandfamilies: Stories of Children and the Loving Relatives Who Raise Them.”Janet Salo is a kinship navigator for Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota. She helps relatives and close family friends who are raising another person's child find and use financial, legal, medical, mental health and educational support.For help, call Kinship Family Support Services at 651-917-4640 or 877-917-4640 or email warmline@lssmn.org.A caller during the show recommended Keeping Families Connected Minnesota, an organization that provides free legal support to relatives caring for children. Subscribe to the MPR News with Angela Davis podcast on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify or RSS.Use the audio player above to listen to the full conversation.    

Trip it to Me
Episode 190 - Unexpected Joys & Other Happy Thoughts (We Are Gary Oldman & Air Bud)

Trip it to Me

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2026 143:29


News is always heavy. News was heavy last week. Why not take a break with Shelby and Andrew to hear about some of the things that have been bringing them joy and smiles lately? They also do a Muppets Recast, talk about a few foreign movies and dive into Secret Lives of Mormon Wives.

WHMP Radio
The Jewish High Holidays. Beit Ahavah Rabah Riqi Kosovske shares the joys, obligations, meaning and history of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur.

WHMP Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2026 26:25


9/10/26, Co-Host Andy Bukowski The Hull/Hawley Plays at Historic Northampton's Shepherd Barn. We interview playwrights Betel Arnold, author of “The Widow's Land,” the story of Bathsheba Hull, a Black woman in 1765 living in Northampton with her children, who the City is evicting from their home; and Harley Erdman, author of “Hold These Truths”— about Joseph Hawley, prominent Northampton lawyer & delegate to the Continental Congress, battling melancholia; and the Producer of Western Massachusetts Plays in Place Tayla Kingston. The Protect Act is now the law of the Commonwealth! We speak with legislative sponsors, representatives Aaron Saunders and Priscilla Sousa about what the law provides and how and why it was enacted. Rep Sousa shares her and her family's story of being undocumented. The Jewish High Holidays. Beit Ahavah Rabah Riqi Kosovske shares the joys, obligations, meaning and history of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. All That Jazz. Northampton Jazz Festival President Ruth Griggs with the amazing Jazz Fest headliner, alto saxophonist Sarah Hanahan. We have one word—WOW!

See, Hear, Feel
EP234: Reflecting on a Summer of Busy Joys and Beginnings

See, Hear, Feel

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2026 2:36 Transcription Available


Staying Grounded Through a Super Busy SeasonChristine reflects on an unusually busy few months that included family vacations to Paris, London, and Amsterdam; adjusting to a new work role with coaching; submitting a 100+ page grant; launching her middle grade novel Love Language; playing her first tennis doubles tournament; and teaching her second child to drive. She shares that while she still dislikes the “just get through today” mindset, she is glad she didn't sacrifice self-care and hobbies as she has in past busy seasons, recognizing she is more than her career and family roles and that her other identities deserve attention. She notes that honoring multiple identities takes time and can increase burnout risk, but coaching has helped her streamline by asking whether a task is part of her role and, if so, what the goal is. She also mentions giving herself grace, including missing an episode, and previews continued discussions on identity, ability, coaching, and more.00:00 Summer Busy Season01:00 Investing in Yourself01:12 Identity Beyond Roles01:39 Two Coaching Questions02:04 Hobbies and Grace02:19 Looking Ahead

Fairfield First Baptist Church's Podcast
True Worship: The Path to Solid Joys and Lasting Treasure

Fairfield First Baptist Church's Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2026 54:52


True Worship: The Path to Solid Joys and Lasting Treasure, Isaiah 66; Bennie Tomberlin.

The Astrology Podcast
The Hermetic Origins of Hellenistic Astrology

The Astrology Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2026 384:58


Hellenistic astrology emerged in Egypt in the 2nd century BCE, representing a profound synthesis of the older Mesopotamian and Egyptian astrological traditions. While it is sometimes assumed that this was the result of a gradual or haphazard blending of cultures, recent historical and archaeological research points to a much more deliberate and brilliant invention. In this episode, I share the results of my latest research into the origins of Hellenistic astrology, arguing that this system was created by a group of astrologers connected to the Egyptian temples, representing the earliest iteration of the Hermetic technical and philosophical tradition. To understand how this happened, I trace the history leading up to the massive cultural melting pot of the Hellenistic era. Out of this Greco-Egyptian synthesis emerged four foundational astrological texts written in the 2nd century BCE under the pseudonyms of Hermes Trismegistus, Asclepius, Nechepso, and Petosiris. One of the central arguments of this presentation is that these manuals are not just the bedrock of the astrological tradition, but they also represent the earliest known iterations of Hermetic philosophy. By examining surviving fragments, such as the mystical vision of Nechepso, I demonstrate how some of the metaphysical tropes of later Hermeticism were already deeply embedded in these technical texts centuries before the Corpus Hermeticum was compiled. In the second half of the episode, I deconstruct the conceptual architecture of Hellenistic astrology. We explore how the founders took ancient concepts like the Mesopotamian Exaltations and seamlessly integrated them with new, interlocking diagrams: the Thema Mundi, the Seven-Zoned Sphere, and the Planetary Joys scheme. I also highlight a breathtaking recent breakthrough showing how the Planetary Joys are structurally projected directly from the Exaltations, proving that these diagrams were engineered together as a unified whole. This episode represents the culmination of a decade of new research and reflection since the publication of my book, Hellenistic Astrology, in 2017. By unpacking these interlocking mechanics, we can see exactly how the founders encoded their deepest philosophical and religious beliefs directly into the mathematics of the cosmos, building the exact framework the astrologers still use today to study fate and make predictions about the future. This is episode 548 of The Astrology Podcast. Timestamps PART I: THE HISTORICAL TRADITIONS00:00:00 Introduction00:11:44 The Mesopotamian Astrological Tradition00:46:02 The Egyptian Astrological Tradition01:03:08 The Early Greek Tradition01:15:48 The Hellenistic Era01:36:03 Early Hermeticism PART II: THE FOUNDATIONAL TEXTS02:04:27 The Four Foundational Hermetic Astrological Texts02:05:49 Hermes Trismegistus: The Dodecatropos (Twelve-Turning)02:26:40 Asclepius: The Octatropos (Eight-Turning)02:48:43 Nechepso and Petosiris03:28:56 The Mystical Vision of Nechepso & The God Kneph PART III: THE CONCEPTUAL CONSTRUCTS03:40:20 The Conceptual Constructs Underlying Hellenistic Astrology03:41:08 The Exaltations03:56:34 The Thema Mundi04:36:06 The Seven-Zoned Sphere04:57:58 The Planetary Joys Scheme05:39:57 Projecting the Joys from the Exaltations 06:02:54 Conclusion: The Architecture of Fate06:23:24 Credits Watch the Video Version of This Episode https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-JtxPvM2gQ0 - Listen to the Audio Version of This Episode Listen to the audio version of this episode or download it as an MP3:

RSBANDBUpdate! - Weekly RuneScape News and Straight Talk
RSBANDBUpdate! 1106 – The Joys and Niggles of Leagues

RSBANDBUpdate! - Weekly RuneScape News and Straight Talk

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2026 149:49


Hosts: Shane, Bears, Pyrnassius, and Xurdones Havenhythe Part 2 has a launch date alongside a deep clean and refreshed level 99 skillcapes. Leagues winds down and we look back at what worked, what frustrated us, what we learned and ask: was Equilibrium ultimately a good League? For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 2:29:49

Irish and Celtic Music Podcast
The Wizard of Donegal Bay #773

Irish and Celtic Music Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2026 63:57


A peeler's jacket, a wizard hiding in glass, and a cuckoo singing somewhere in May. This week runs from a French village to Donegal Bay, from the heart of Buffalo to a lay sung in old Gaelic. Fifteen artists, one hour, and not a dull mile in it. It's the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #773.  -  -  Subscribe now at CelticMusicPodcast.com! Caitlin Finley & Will Woodson, Boxing Robin, Almost Seamus, Cedar Dobson and Debojyoti Sanyal, Brian Quigley, Brobdingnagian Bards, Hildaland, The Leftovers, Tara's Folk, Ned Bigham, The Edinburgh Quartet & Màiri Macmillan, The McDades, Irish Millie, River Driver, MacCumhaill and the Gang, Trí GET CELTIC MUSIC NEWS IN YOUR INBOX The Celtic Music Magazine is a quick and easy way to plug yourself into more great Celtic culture. Enjoy seven weekly news items with what's happening with Celtic music and culture online. Subscribe now and get 34 Celtic MP3s for Free. VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 FOR 2026 This is our way of finding the best songs and artists each year. You can vote for as many songs and tunes that inspire you in each episode. Your vote helps me create this year's Best Celtic music episode. You have just three weeks to vote this year. Vote Now! THIS WEEK IN CELTIC MUSIC 0:02 - Intro: Robert Eby 0:18 - Caitlin Finley & Will Woodson  -  "The Peeler's Jacket / The Duke of Leinster" from Once Through the Hall 2:43 - WELCOME 5:09 - Boxing Robin  -  "Derriere Chez Nous / Chypre / Congo de Captieux" from Land of the Noon - Day Moon (pronunciation: deh - ree - EHR shay NOO / SHEEP - ruh / KOHN - goh duh kap - SYUH) 8:30 - Almost Seamus  -  "Danny Boy" from Almost Seamus 12:49 - Cedar Dobson and Debojyoti Sanyal  -  "Sí Bheag, Sí Mhór" from From Kolkata to Dublin (pronunciation: SHEE - vig, SHEE - vore; often anglicized "Sheebeg, Sheemore") 15:21 - Brian Quigley  -  "Galway Bay" from Joys, Fears, Laughter, and Tears 19:31 - FEEDBACK 22:21 - Brobdingnagian Bards  -  "Paddy McCollough" from Songs of Ireland 25:46 - Hildaland  -  "The Brushy Fork Of John's Creek" from Fiddle Tunes  -  EP 28:53 - The Leftovers  -  "The Old Man" from Heart of Buffalo 33:10 - Tara's Folk  -  "Lockdown" from remember how we fall 36:35 - Ned Bigham, The Edinburgh Quartet & Màiri Macmillan  -  "Laoidh Dhiarmaid (the Lay of Diarmaid)" from The Heroic Ballads  -  Laoidhean nan Gaisgeach  -  EP (pronunciation: LOY YEER - mij) 42:19 - THANKS 44:40 - The McDades  -  "Gardener's Child" from Thread The Light 48:41 - Irish Millie  -  "End Is Due" from Can You See Me? 52:32 - Blaggards "Leaving of Liverpool" from Live in Texas 55:59 - MacCumhaill and the Gang  -  "Wizard in Glass" from 2 58:17 - CLOSING 59:16 - Trí  -  "Fiddle without a bow" from The cuckoo sings in May 1:02:35 - CREDITS Support for this program comes from Dr. Annie Lorkowski of Centennial Animal Hospital in Corona, California. Support for this program comes from John Sharkey White, II. Support for this program comes from International speaker, Joseph Dumond, teaching the ancient roots of the Gaelic people. Learn more about their origins at Sightedmoon.com Support for this program comes from Cascadia Cross Border Law Group, Creating Transparent Borders for more than twenty five years, serving Alaska and the world. Find out more at   www.CascadiaLawAlaska.com Support for this program comes from Hank Woodward. The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather and our Patrons on Patreon. The show was edited by Mitchell Petersen with Graphics by Miranda Nelson Designs. Visit our website to follow the show. You'll find links to all of the artists played in this episode. Todd Wiley is the editor of the Celtic Music Magazine. Subscribe to get 34 Celtic MP3s for Free. Plus, you'll get 7 weekly news items about what's happening with Celtic music and culture online. Best of all, you will connect with your Celtic heritage. Please tell one friend about this podcast. Word of mouth is the absolute best way to support any creative endeavor. Finally, remember: clean energy is good news. Solar and wind are now the cheapest power sources in history. That means lower bills for families like yours. It means cleaner air in the towns we love. You can be part of it. Ask your energy provider about renewable options today. Every small step counts. A brighter future is ours to build, together. Promote Celtic culture through music at http://celticmusicpodcast.com/. WELCOME THE IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC PODCAST * Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. I am Marc Gunn. I'm a Celtic musician and also host of Pub Songs & Stories. Every song has a story, every episode is a toast to Celtic and folk songwriters. This podcast is for fans of all kinds of Celtic music. We are here to build a diverse Celtic community and help the incredible artists who so generously share their music with you. If you hear music you love, please email the artists to let them know you heard them on the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. Because we are more than just a radio show. We are a community. A community of Celtic music and culture lovers. We support small and local artists. We spend money on things that truly matter. The personal and heart felt. You can do that with each of the artists on today's show OR your favorite artists. Buy a CD, Album Pin, Shirt, Digital Download, or join their community on Patreon. You can find a link to all of the artists in the shownotes, along with show times, when you visit our website at celticmusicpodcast.com. CELTIC PODFEST AND ARTS MARKET The 2026 Celtic PodFest was a tremendous success. Kinnfolk and The Muckers joined me for our first festival at The Lost Druid Brewery in Avondale Estates, Ga. The festival happened because of many of my listeners who pledged at our start - of - the - year Kickstarter. We had a great turnout, but we could've done better if we had planned it more than a month out. There is now a Kickstarter Pre - Launch Page for our Second Celtic PodFest. You'll find a link in the shownotes. This fundraiser will hopefully allow us to bring a second festival to you. The Kickstarter will launch in September. Will you help? ALBUM PINS ARE CHANGING THE WAY WE HEAR CELTIC MUSIC Looking for a fresh way to support the music you love? Meet the Album Pin. Album Pins are lapel pins themed to a specific album — and each one comes with a digital download. Wear your music. All of my latest pins are wood - burned and locally produced, which means a smaller footprint and a one - of - a - kind feel you won't find anywhere else. Pick yours up at magerecords.com THANK YOU PATRONS OF THE PODCAST! Here's where your support goes. Every month, your patronage buys the music you hear on this show, straight from the independent artists who made it. It keeps our audio engineer polishing every episode until it shines. It pays the server bills that carry the podcast to listeners in every corner of the world. None of it happens without you. So thank you. As a patron, you get episodes free of ads, music - only editions of the show for when you just want the tunes, and a vote in the Celtic Top 20 that shapes what everyone hears. Small thanks for keeping this whole thing afloat. Want to be part of it? Come find your people at SongHenge.com. Special thanks to our newest Patron of the Podcast: Katy K HERE IS YOUR THREE STEP PLAN TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST Go to our Patreon page. Decide how much you want to pledge every month, $4, $12, $30. Keep listening to the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast to celebrate Celtic culture through music. You can become a generous Patron of the Podcast on Patreon at SongHenge.com. TRAVEL WITH CELTIC INVASION VACATIONS Every year, I take a small group of Celtic music fans on the relaxing adventure of a lifetime. We don't see everything. Instead, we stay in one area. We get to know the region through its culture, history, and legends. You can join us with an auditory and visual adventure through podcasts and videos. I am now accepting applications for people to join the Celtic Invasion of Isle of Skye hiking trip in 2027 at http://celticinvasion.com/ CELTIC CHRISTMAS MUSIC The podcast is now being funded by you. Want Christmas music by Celtic musicians. Make a pledge. #celticmusic #irishmusic #celticmusicpodcast I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? Send me a photo. If you're in a Celtic band, send me an audio recording of you performing live. Just audio. I'll use it in a podcast episode later this year. Email me at follow@bestcelticmusic. Troy of The Secret Commonwealth emailed a sad follow up back in March to the news about his friend who was illegally held in ICE custody: "Marc, thank you so much for sharing the fundraiser for my friend on your new episode. It is with profoundly heavy heart that I have to tell you that my friend died last Sunday of a heart attack. He had been moved to a hospital in Mississippi and apparently suffered two successive attacks. His body is being returned now. To say we are devastated and infuriated would be inadequate to describe our state of being. We had just been sending his lawyers important records and documents that we felt, along with his obvious serious health conditions, had a very good chance of securing his release. We'll never know now if that would have proven to be true, but we just needed him to endure a little while longer, which he ultimately could not. He died one month short of a year since being detained by ICE. I have not yet publicly announced this in an update to our fundraiser because, frankly, it's still too fresh and painful to address. But any proceeds we've made will obviously now be put toward the cost of his funeral service. Sorry to impart this bad news, but I mostly wanted to express my gratitude to you for your kind support on behalf of Pejman's family, my girlfriend (who was his dearest friend in the world and who spearheaded this fight for his freedom) and for me. Best to you,"

Doug Franz Unplugged
DBACKS & CARDINALS: Both Need to Make a Deal but for Different Reasons

Doug Franz Unplugged

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2026 120:43


00:00 Four-Minute Offense 8:00 The Joys of Being Alone! 22:40 Doug's Big One Biggie-Sized by Wendy's = Time to Pay Torey 57:00 AZCentral's Lead Sports Columnist Bobby Mac! 1:37:10 Odds & Ends 1:52:00 Vs Vegas

Jesus 911
27 Aug 26 – The Seven Joys of Mary

Jesus 911

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2026 51:15


Today’s Topics: 1, 2, 3, 4) William discusses the Seven Joys of Mary, including: The Annunciation, the Visitation, the Nativity of Jesus, the Adoration of the Magi, the Finding of Jesus in the Temple, the Resurrection of Christ, and Mary’s Assumption and Coronation in Heaven

That Anime Podcast - For Casual Anime Fanatics
The Joys of Re-Watching Anime

That Anime Podcast - For Casual Anime Fanatics

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2026 47:47


"Hey Casual Anime Fanatics! Send us a text and let us know what you would like us to talk about next!In this episode of THAT ANIME PODCAST, The Casual Anime Fanatics discuss the Joys of re-watching your favorite Anime. Specifically Hunter x Hunter and Naruto!Welcome to the official podcast for Casual Anime Fanatics! We deliver fresh, entertaining episodes as often as we are able, exploring everything from classic favorites to hidden gems in the anime universe. Whether you're a long-time fan or just starting your anime adventure, THAT ANIME PODCAST is your go-to source for casual and insightful anime discussions.Enjoying the show? We'd love your support! If you like what you hear, consider leaving us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and/or Spotify. Your reviews help us reach even more anime enthusiasts just like you!Stay connected with us:Instagram: @thatanimepodcastDiscord: Join our communityTune in, laugh with us, and let's celebrate all things anime together!

Sports Morning with Craig Humphreys
Gideon on College Football, the Joys of Parenting, and MLB

Sports Morning with Craig Humphreys

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2026 39:15


Gideon discusses NFL players being banned from coming back to college, the never ending adventures of caring for a baby, and the MLB playoff races! Follow WWLS on X @sportsanimal, thesportsanimal.com, and The Sports Animal app!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sports Morning with Craig Humphreys
Gideon on OU and OSU Football, NFL Watchability, and the Joys of Parenting

Sports Morning with Craig Humphreys

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2026 36:31


Gideon discusses which games could decide how well the Sooners and Cowboys do this season, which NFL teams are the most exciting to watch, and when taking care of a baby can build character! Follow WWLS on X @sportsanimal, thesportsanimal.com, and The Sports Animal app!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Springs in the Desert Podcast: Catholic Accompaniment Through Infertility
Anne of Green Gables and the Little Joys of Life w/ Veronica Simon and Allie Kleineck

The Springs in the Desert Podcast: Catholic Accompaniment Through Infertility

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2026 26:07


What does beloved book Anne of Green Gables have to teach us in a season of infertility? Today we're welcoming children's book author, Veronica Simon, and longtime friend of the ministry, Allie Kleineck, to the podcast to dig into this wonderful novel. Cassandra speaks to Veronica and Allie about:The importance of female friendship and mentorship in Anne of Green GablesHow part of spiritual motherhood is inspiring others to lead virtuous livesWhat Anne of Green Gables teaches us in a season of infertilityIt is our honor to walk with you! Links:Pennyworth PublishingBlog Post: A Sense of Wonder

Mike Gallagher Podcast
Monday August 24 2026 | Poisons of Hasan Piker/ Lindsay Clancy trial/ Joys of Self-Driving Cars

Mike Gallagher Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2026 36:53 Transcription Available


Mike and Mark examine the depths of leftist rhetoric in celebrating violence toward their opponents; What is driving the empathy and outright support for Lindsay Clancy in her murder trial?; Self-driving technology is winning over skeptics. ----M and M EXTRA: Two iconic talk radio hosts. One unfiltered daily conversation. No scripts. No spin. Just Mike Gallagher and Mark Davis breaking down the news the way it should be — with decades of experience and zero apologies. If you love smart unscripted talk show chemistry, you’re in the right place. -----Thank you to our amazing sponsors for supporting the podcast! PreBorn saves babies and souls, by providing free ultrasounds to women. When a young woman SEES her baby and HEARS her baby’s heartbeat, it doubles the chance she’ll choose LIFE!  Whether you want to save one baby or hundreds…you are just a call or a click away. Call 833-850-BABY that’s 833-850-2229 OR go to preborn.com/MMExtra! PHD Weightloss:If you're ready to finally take control of your health, PHD Weightloss has the plan that works. Real science. Real support. Real results. Visit PHDWeightloss.com or call 864-644-1900 and mention Mike and Mark. Relief FactorAre you in pain? When it comes to supplements, two things matter most: that it works, and that you can trust it. That's why we love Relief Factor. Get relief from pain at relieffactor.com or call 1-800-4-RELIEF to get your 3-Week Starter for $17.76. EKKL StreamingThe stars of Duck Dynasty, Willie & Korie Robertson, teamed up with EKKL to create a brand new, one-of-a-kind streaming platform built around faith and family with movies, TV series and podcasts. The best part? You get all of this for only $5.83 a month. Sign up for EKKL at ekkl.com today!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Mark Davis Show
Monday August 24 2026 | Poisons of Hasan Piker/ Lindsay Clancy trial/ Joys of Self-Driving Cars

The Mark Davis Show

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2026 36:53 Transcription Available


Mike and Mark examine the depths of leftist rhetoric in celebrating violence toward their opponents; What is driving the empathy and outright support for Lindsay Clancy in her murder trial?; Self-driving technology is winning over skeptics. ----M and M EXTRA: Two iconic talk radio hosts. One unfiltered daily conversation. No scripts. No spin. Just Mike Gallagher and Mark Davis breaking down the news the way it should be — with decades of experience and zero apologies. If you love smart unscripted talk show chemistry, you’re in the right place. -----Thank you to our amazing sponsors for supporting the podcast! PreBorn saves babies and souls, by providing free ultrasounds to women. When a young woman SEES her baby and HEARS her baby’s heartbeat, it doubles the chance she’ll choose LIFE!  Whether you want to save one baby or hundreds…you are just a call or a click away. Call 833-850-BABY that’s 833-850-2229 OR go to preborn.com/MMExtra! PHD Weightloss:If you're ready to finally take control of your health, PHD Weightloss has the plan that works. Real science. Real support. Real results. Visit PHDWeightloss.com or call 864-644-1900 and mention Mike and Mark. Relief FactorAre you in pain? When it comes to supplements, two things matter most: that it works, and that you can trust it. That's why we love Relief Factor. Get relief from pain at relieffactor.com or call 1-800-4-RELIEF to get your 3-Week Starter for $17.76. EKKL StreamingThe stars of Duck Dynasty, Willie & Korie Robertson, teamed up with EKKL to create a brand new, one-of-a-kind streaming platform built around faith and family with movies, TV series and podcasts. The best part? You get all of this for only $5.83 a month. Sign up for EKKL at ekkl.com today!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The M&M Experience
Monday August 24 2026 | Poisons of Hasan Piker/ Lindsay Clancy trial/ Joys of Self-Driving Cars

The M&M Experience

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2026 36:53 Transcription Available


Mike and Mark examine the depths of leftist rhetoric in celebrating violence toward their opponents; What is driving the empathy and outright support for Lindsay Clancy in her murder trial?; Self-driving technology is winning over skeptics. ----M and M EXTRA: Two iconic talk radio hosts. One unfiltered daily conversation. No scripts. No spin. Just Mike Gallagher and Mark Davis breaking down the news the way it should be — with decades of experience and zero apologies. If you love smart unscripted talk show chemistry, you’re in the right place. -----Thank you to our amazing sponsors for supporting the podcast! PreBorn saves babies and souls, by providing free ultrasounds to women. When a young woman SEES her baby and HEARS her baby’s heartbeat, it doubles the chance she’ll choose LIFE!  Whether you want to save one baby or hundreds…you are just a call or a click away. Call 833-850-BABY that’s 833-850-2229 OR go to preborn.com/MMExtra! PHD Weightloss:If you're ready to finally take control of your health, PHD Weightloss has the plan that works. Real science. Real support. Real results. Visit PHDWeightloss.com or call 864-644-1900 and mention Mike and Mark. Relief FactorAre you in pain? When it comes to supplements, two things matter most: that it works, and that you can trust it. That's why we love Relief Factor. Get relief from pain at relieffactor.com or call 1-800-4-RELIEF to get your 3-Week Starter for $17.76. EKKL StreamingThe stars of Duck Dynasty, Willie & Korie Robertson, teamed up with EKKL to create a brand new, one-of-a-kind streaming platform built around faith and family with movies, TV series and podcasts. The best part? You get all of this for only $5.83 a month. Sign up for EKKL at ekkl.com today!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Book Club for Masochists: a Readers’ Advisory Podcast
Episode 236 - Summer 2026 Media Update

Book Club for Masochists: a Readers’ Advisory Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2026 54:08


It's episode 236 and time for our summer media update! Join us as we talk about books, games, and comics we've recently enjoyed. You can download the podcast directly, find it on Libsyn, or get it through Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast delivery system. In this episode Anna Ferri | Meghan Whyte | Matthew Murray

ChinaTalk
China's Best Music in 2026 (So Far)

ChinaTalk

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2026 54:12


Jake Newby is the author of the Concrete Avalanche Substack, which covers the best music coming out of China. If you enjoy this playlist, check out Jake's sets from 2025, 2024, and 2023, as well as his Chinese shoegaze feature. Tracklist: 1. ‘Undercurrent' — Pu Poo Platter — from Undercurrent 2. ‘忧郁干杯乐园' — the three mice — from where is my mice? 3. ‘错过的提醒' — Lygort Quartet — from Through Voodoo Light to Shore of Tomorrow 4. ‘B1' — gogoj aka Sheng Jie + Deng Boyu — from HEH 5. ‘心的傾訴 Jürêk tolƣawe (Unbosom Myself)' —Mamer — from Bar xatteƣem, Bar ⱪayƣem (All the Joys, All the Pains) 6. ‘没东西可掏 The Well Is Dry' — Zhang 'NoNo' Xingchan 张醒婵 — from Catch My Boomerang 7. ‘Gaia's Breath' — Wu Zhuoling 吴卓玲 — from Uncharted II 8. ‘the one sounds like sweet trip' — Cassette Player Romance — from Meaning of Home 9. ‘黑天鵝(feat. LukeDaPlaya)' — Guo Yinan 鍋一楠 and Yuan 猿 — from The Vortex Reconstruction Experiment 10. ‘Extinguished City' — DEADTREES — from New World 11. ‘让我飞吧' — Lie 劣 — from Landfill For more information on each of these artists, check out the full write-up on Substack. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Glass In Session ™ Winecast
Montefalco Sagrantino: Wine, Birds, and the King of Everything [re-release]

Glass In Session ™ Winecast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2026 20:35


Bird nerd meets cork dork in this summer break re-release of Montefalco Sagrantino, a beloved wine named for a king's beloved birds. Since your host is on break this month, most likely engaging in her new kink, bird watching, we're reaching back into the archives for bird-themed episodes that you can enjoy anywhere you find yourself this summer ... even on the back deck with a glass of wine in one hand, and a bird app in the other.  Originally released in July 2022, this episode explores the wines of Montefalco Sagrantino. A unique grape, cool birds, and a special growing region, along with a rich history, make this one of the host's favorite wines.  Resources from this episode: Books: Wine Grapes: A Complete Guide to 1,368 Vine Varieties, Including Their Origins and Flavours [Kindle Edition], Robinson, J., Harding, J., & Vouillamoz, J. (2013) Websites: Agraria: Montefalco Sagrantino DOCG - Atlante dei Prodotti Tipici, (n.d.) https://www.agraria.org/vini/montefalcosagrantino.htm Biodiversity Library: The Birds of Asia - Saker Falcon, Falco Sacer, Gould, J.  (1850 - 1853) https://www.biodiversitylibrary.org/partpdf/323332 Consorzio Montefalco: https://www.consorziomontefalco.it/ Forbes: Two Italian CEOs Discuss the Joys and Trial of Taming the Sagrantino Wine Grape in Umbria, Thach, L. (29 June 2022) https://www.forbes.com/sites/lizthach/2022/06/29/two-italian-ceos-discuss-the-joys-and-trials-of-taming-the-sagrantino-wine-grape-in-umbria/?sh=4eb3d26d1292 Italian Wine Central: Montefalco Sagrantino DOCG, (n.d.) https://italianwinecentral.com/denomination/montefalco-sagrantino-docg/ Italian Wine Chronicle: The Rise of Montefalco Sagrantino DOCG, Sesto, R. (26 January 2017) https://www.italianwinechronicle.com/rise-montefalco-sagrantino-docg The Pasta Project: Strozzapreti, Debono, J. (8 March 2017) https://www.the-pasta-project.com/strozzapreti/ Sagrantino di Montefalco: Montefalco - La Ringhiera dell'Umbria (n.d.) https://www.sagrantino-montefalco.it/montefalco.php Strada Del Sagrantino: Vini http://www.stradadelsagrantino.it/montefalco-sagrantino-docg.php   Glass in Session® Episodes Mentioned in this Session: S3E4: Wine from Dried Grapes https://glassinsession.libsyn.com/s3e4-wine-from-dried-grapes   Glass in Session® is a registered trademark of Vino With Val, LLC. Music: "Write Your Story" by Joystock (Jamendo.com cc_Standard License, Jamendo S.A.)   Glass in Session® merch mentioned on this show (including new wine & bird themes): https://www.teepublic.com/user/glass-in-session

ChinaEconTalk
China's Best Music in 2026 (So Far)

ChinaEconTalk

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2026 54:12


Jake Newby is the author of the Concrete Avalanche Substack, which covers the best music coming out of China. If you enjoy this playlist, check out Jake's sets from 2025, 2024, and 2023, as well as his Chinese shoegaze feature. Tracklist: 1. ‘Undercurrent' — Pu Poo Platter — from Undercurrent 2. ‘忧郁干杯乐园' — the three mice — from where is my mice? 3. ‘错过的提醒' — Lygort Quartet — from Through Voodoo Light to Shore of Tomorrow 4. ‘B1' — gogoj aka Sheng Jie + Deng Boyu — from HEH 5. ‘心的傾訴 Jürêk tolƣawe (Unbosom Myself)' —Mamer — from Bar xatteƣem, Bar ⱪayƣem (All the Joys, All the Pains) 6. ‘没东西可掏 The Well Is Dry' — Zhang 'NoNo' Xingchan 张醒婵 — from Catch My Boomerang 7. ‘Gaia's Breath' — Wu Zhuoling 吴卓玲 — from Uncharted II 8. ‘the one sounds like sweet trip' — Cassette Player Romance — from Meaning of Home 9. ‘黑天鵝(feat. LukeDaPlaya)' — Guo Yinan 鍋一楠 and Yuan 猿 — from The Vortex Reconstruction Experiment 10. ‘Extinguished City' — DEADTREES — from New World 11. ‘让我飞吧' — Lie 劣 — from Landfill For more information on each of these artists, check out the full write-up on Substack. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Music Saved Me Podcast
Jon Lampley's Journey: How Music Became His Healing Tool Through Life's Trials and Joys-Encore Episode

Music Saved Me Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2026 32:34 Transcription Available


What if the key to overcoming life's challenges lies in the notes of a trumpet? Join host Lynn Hoffman on the encore episode of the Music Saved Me Podcast as she dives deep into the transformative journey of Jon Lampley, a gifted trumpeter and singer-songwriter whose musical path is a testament to the healing power of music. From his roots in Akron, Ohio, where the gospel melodies of his church shaped his early years, Jon has become a celebrated artist known for his work on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and with his band Hunter Tones. In this heartfelt interview podcast, Jon opens up about how music has been his sanctuary, a tool for emotional healing and connection, especially during times of personal loss. He shares poignant stories from his life, illustrating how music saved him and continues to be a source of solace. His debut album, "Night Service, Live at Lunatico," is a beautiful reflection of his church upbringing, aiming to recreate the joy of a church service in a bar setting, bringing people together through the universal language of music. As Jon discusses his band's journey, he highlights the importance of listening and engaging with audiences, emphasizing that music transcends faith and unites us all. He recounts pivotal moments in his career, including his collaboration with the band OAR and unforgettable performances at significant venues, showcasing the emotional healing through music that resonates with listeners. Listeners will be inspired by Jon's journey as he shares personal stories of musicians, revealing how music has not only shaped his identity but also serves as a healing tool for many. This episode embodies the theme of Music Saved Me, illustrating how artists like Jon Lampley use their gifts to navigate life's challenges and inspire others along the way. If you’re seeking indie music stories that touch your heart and uplift your spirit, tune in to this episode of the Music Saved Me Podcast. Discover how music and emotional well-being intertwine and how the power of sound can lead to profound healing experiences. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation that celebrates the artists who remind us of the magic of music and its ability to heal. Support the show: https://musicsavedme.net/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brewtifully Made
What If Healing Starts With Micro Joys

Brewtifully Made

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2026 19:58 Transcription Available


Send us Fan MailGrief doesn't just hurt, it reorganizes your whole inner world. I'm Tracy, and I'm talking openly about what happens when trauma and betrayal blow up your sense of safety, your memories, and even your ability to make the kind of art you used to love. I've got supplies unpacked and the urge to create, but the quiet can feel brutal, and the blank page can pull up anger, shock, and the life I thought I had.I share what betrayal trauma feels like in real time: the way songs and TV can trigger instant spirals, the loneliness of having no one left to confront, and the heavy reality of selling what I believed was my forever home. Starting over at this stage of life is daunting, especially when trust in your own decisions feels broken. I also talk about the guilt of leaning on my kids for comfort and why I'm trying hard not to make them carry that weight.There are small lights, though. My therapist keeps reminding me to chase micro joys and micro goals, and I'm trying: journaling, writing, moving my body, taking a knitting class, and letting myself consider making darker art when that's what needs to come out. Community helps too, especially mahjong and the chance to teach and share what I'm creating. If you've ever felt like you can create for others but not for yourself, you'll hear your own thoughts in this one. Subscribe, share this with someone who needs it, and leave a review so more people can find honest conversations about grief, healing, and creativity.Support the showCatch the doodles on YouTubeMy socials:Sign up for my monthly newsletterPortfolio website: Brewtifully.comInstagram: /BrewtifullyFacebook: /brewtifullyTikTok: GettingSmallwithGrandmaLinkedIn: Tracy Dawn Brewer

Sistas, Let's Talk
The joys and challenges of intercultural relationships in the Pacific

Sistas, Let's Talk

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2026 30:20


Love doesn't follow rules or boundaries. In a diverse society, it often brings together people from different cultural backgrounds, creating relationships that can be as enriching as they are complex. On Sistas Let's Talk, Natasha Meten explores the shared sense of connection, respect and belonging that couples have despite their cultural differences.  She speaks to Pauline Dorney from Papua New Guinea, Cook Islands Māori woman Mari Unuia Sanga and Fijian Finau Vulivuli about how bringing together different cultures can come with its own unique joys, challenges and lessons along the way. Listen on ABC Radio Australia. 

The Pastor's Heart with Dominic Steele
The joys, privileges and rewards of Christian ministry — with Matt Fuller

The Pastor's Heart with Dominic Steele

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2026 32:09


We often speak about the pressures and heartbreaks of pastoral ministry. But we speak far less about its joys, privileges and eternal rewards.Matt Fuller, Senior Minister of Christ Church Mayfair, joins us to discuss his new book, The Joyful Pastor (Despite Everything).We talk about difficult sheep, false accusations, losing joy, practising thankfulness, avoiding burnout and returning daily to Christ.And we explore something pastors rarely discuss: the reward promised by the Chief Shepherd.“When the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the unfading crown of glory.” — 1 Peter 5:4An honest and encouraging conversation for weary pastors.To watch or listen to Bible Teaching from Dominic Steele at Village Church Annandale Sydney goto this link. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Postscript Show
Episode 279: The Joys and Challenges of Church Planting in Kenya

The Postscript Show

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2026 69:45


Join Brandon Briscoe as he welcomes missionary Myles Cheadle back to The Postscript Show for an honest update from Nairobi, Kenya.Many assume Kenya is a Christian nation—but is it truly biblical Christianity? In this conversation, Myles shares what life and ministry are really like on the mission field as he plants a church in one of Africa's fastest-growing cities.Hear the remarkable true story of a missing young girl, police corruption, and how God intervened in an unforgettable way. Along the way, Myles discusses the challenges of cultural Christianity, prosperity theology, Islam's growing influence, witchcraft, bribery, language learning, raising a family overseas, and what faithful gospel ministry actually looks like in East Africa.Whether you're interested in missions, church planting, apologetics, or simply want to be encouraged by God's work around the world, this episode offers a candid look at both the hardships and the victories of serving Christ on the mission field.In this episode:• Church planting in Nairobi, Kenya• Is Kenya really a Christian nation?• Cultural Christianity vs. biblical Christianity• Prosperity gospel and charismatic influence• Islam's rapid growth in East Africa• Witchcraft and tribal religion• Police corruption and bribery culture• The incredible story of a missing child• Raising a family on the mission field• God's faithfulness through adversityIf you enjoy biblical conversations on theology, missions, and ministry, subscribe and share this episode.Visit http://lfbi.org/learnmore

Teacher Approved
276. The Real Reason Teachers Are Exhausted in August

Teacher Approved

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2026 28:53 Transcription Available


Back-to-school exhaustion isn't just about long hours or a heavy workload! In this episode, we explore the surprising reason behind back-to-school fatigue and explain how a lack of automaticity creates extra mental strain. We also share practical systems that help you build external structure, reduce decision fatigue, and free up more of your energy to focus on connecting with your students during those critical first weeks of school.Prefer to read? Grab the episode transcript and resources in the show notes here: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/back-to-school-teacher-exhaustion/Resources:Preorder our book Structure and Spark (and get bonuses!)The Smallest of Joys by Diane ShifferWhen Gavin Met Stacey by James Corden and Ruth Jones Travel tissuesMildlinersTell Try Tally Talk SlidesProcedures & Routines Planning Guide and ChecklistJoin The Teacher Approved ClubConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Teacher Approved Facebook groupLeave a review on Apple Podcasts!Leave a comment or rating on SpotifyRelated Episodes to Enjoy:Episode 77. 3 Reasons Why a First Day of School Script Will Save Your SanityEpisode 144. How to Plug-And-Play Your First Day of School PlansEpisode 215. Here's EXACTLY What to Do in the First 20 Minutes on the First Day of SchoolEpisode 143. The Easiest Back to School TipEpisode 270. The Smart Way to Tackle Your Back to School To-Do ListEpisode 154. 5 Steps for Classroom Procedure Success

Brian, Ali & Justin Podcast
Brian & Kenzie on the joys of Lollapalooza Mud Wrestling

Brian, Ali & Justin Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2026 27:40


Nothing has warmed our hearts more. Chicago’s best morning radio show now has a podcast! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts and remember that the conversation always lives on the Q101 Facebook page. Brian & Kenzie are live every morning from 6a-10a on Q101. Subscribe to our channel HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@Q101 Like Q101 on Facebook HERE: https://www.facebook.com/q101chicago Follow Q101 on Twitter HERE: https://twitter.com/Q101Chicago Follow Q101 on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/q101chicago/?hl=en Follow Q101 on TikTok HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@q101chicago?lang=enSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fluent Fiction - Japanese
Unplanned Detours and Serendipitous Joys: A Journey to Remember

Fluent Fiction - Japanese

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2026 19:03 Transcription Available


Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Unplanned Detours and Serendipitous Joys: A Journey to Remember Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2026-08-03-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 夏の朝、三人の友達は東北自動車道を走っていました。En: On a summer morning, three friends were driving along the Tohoku Expressway.Ja: 窓から見える景色は、青々とした森林や田舎の村々。En: The scenery visible from the window was filled with lush green forests and rural villages.Ja: 日差しがゴールド色に輝き、柔らかい風が頬を撫でていました。En: The sunlight shimmered golden, and a gentle breeze brushed their cheeks.Ja: 車には、笑顔に満ちたYukiko、Haruto、Aikoが乗っています。En: Inside the car, there were Yukiko, Haruto, and Aiko, all full of smiles.Ja: 「今年も温泉に行けるなんて楽しみだね!」とHarutoが運転席から声を上げます。En: "We're lucky to be going to an onsen again this year!" Haruto exclaimed from the driver's seat.Ja: 「新しい冒険も待ってるかもしれないよ!」En: "There might be new adventures waiting for us!"Ja: Yukikoは微笑み、窓の外を眺めました。En: Yukiko smiled and gazed out the window.Ja: 「昔、家族とこの道を通ったときのこと、よく覚えているの。En: "I remember passing this way with my family long ago.Ja: どこかに寄り道できたらいいな。」En: It'd be nice if we could make a little detour somewhere."Ja: Aikoは地図を見ながら、優しく答えました。En: Looking at the map, Aiko replied gently,Ja: 「きっと昔の思い出が蘇るね、En: "I'm sure the old memories will come back to life.Ja: どこに行くのかワクワクするわ。」En: I'm excited about where we'll end up."Ja: しかし、進んで行くと、予定外の渋滞が三人を待ち受けていました。En: However, as they continued, an unexpected traffic jam awaited the three of them.Ja: 車の列は停滞し、空気はどこか重たくなっていきます。En: The line of cars stalled, and the atmosphere became somewhat heavy.Ja: 「目的地に遅れちゃうかもね。」Harutoは心配そうに言います。En: "We might be late to our destination," Haruto said worriedly.Ja: Yukikoはしばらく考え込みましたが、その後に微かな笑みを浮かべました。En: After pondering for a moment, Yukiko gave a slight smile.Ja: 「昔、知っている場所があるの。En: "There's a place I know from the past.Ja: そこで少し休めるかもしれない。」En: We might be able to rest there for a bit."Ja: 彼女の言葉に二人は顔を見合わせ、そして頷きました。En: Both friends exchanged glances at her words and then nodded.Ja: 計画を変えて、Yukikoの案内で車を走らせました。En: Changing their plans, they drove on with Yukiko leading the way.Ja: 小さな差し掛けを過ぎると、古びた小道が広がりました。En: After passing a small crossing, an old path opened up.Ja: そこは、緑の中にひっそりと佇む竹林で、どこか懐かしい風景が包み込みます。En: There, nestled quietly in the greenery, was a bamboo grove that embraced them with a nostalgic landscape.Ja: 「ここがその場所だよ。」とYukikoは静かに言います。En: "This is the place," Yukiko said calmly.Ja: 三人は竹林を進み、清流の音が近づいてきました。En: The three of them ventured into the bamboo grove, with the sound of a clear stream drawing near.Ja: その場所に立ち止まると、心が洗われるような静けさが広がりました。En: When they stopped in that place, a serenity that seemed to cleanse the soul spread around them.Ja: Harutoは驚きました。En: Haruto was amazed.Ja: 「Yukiko、こんな素敵なところを知ってたなんて!」En: "I didn't know you knew such a wonderful place, Yukiko!"Ja: 「そう、ここで毎年家族と遊んでたの。」Yukikoは目を閉じ、過去の記憶をたぐり寄せます。En: "Yes, I used to come here every year with my family," Yukiko said, closing her eyes and recalling past memories.Ja: Aikoは友達を見て微笑みます。En: Aiko looked at her friends and smiled.Ja: 「時には、こうして計画を変更するのも悪くないね。」En: "Sometimes, it's not so bad to change plans like this."Ja: 三人はしばらく静かにその場に佇み、過去と今を繋ぐ時間を感じました。En: The three stood there quietly for a while, feeling the time that connected past and present.Ja: そして、彼らは再び旅を続けるために戻りました。En: Then, they returned to their journey to continue their trip.Ja: 道中に戻ると、今度は心が軽くなり、笑い声が絶えませんでした。En: Back on the road, their hearts felt lighter, and laughter was constant.Ja: 最初の目的地にたどり着くまでの時間を、せわしく考えないことに決めたのです。En: They decided not to worry about the time it would take to reach their original destination.Ja: 「旅の途中の方が、結局楽しいかもしれないね。」とHarutoが言うと、Yukikoは頷きました。En: "The journey along the way might end up being more fun," Haruto said, to which Yukiko nodded.Ja: 「そう、どこに辿り着くかより、一緒に過ごす時間が大切なんだよね。」En: "Yes, what's important is the time we spend together, rather than where we end up."Ja: こうして彼らは、目的地に辿り着くだけでなく、友情の絆をより深めたのでした。En: Thus, not only did they reach their destination, but they also deepened the bonds of their friendship.Ja: 旅の最後に、三人は清々しい気持ちで温泉に浸り、過ぎ去った夏の日々を思い返しました。En: At the end of the journey, the three of them soaked in the onsen with a clear-hearted feeling, reminiscing about the summer days that had passed. Vocabulary Words:scenery: 景色lush: 青々としたshimmered: 輝きgentle: 柔らかいbreeze: 風cheeks: 頬adventures: 冒険exclaimed: 声を上げましたdetour: 寄り道gazed: 眺めましたpondering: 考え込みましたstalled: 停滞しatmosphere: 空気destination: 目的地smile: 笑みglances: 顔を見合わせcrossing: 差し掛けnestled: 佇むgrove: 竹林nostalgic: 懐かしいserenity: 静けさcleanse: 洗われるamazed: 驚きreminiscing: 思い返しましたventured: 進みapproached: 近づいてきましたconnect: 繋ぐdeepen: 深めたbonds: 絆dwell: たどり着く

Talking Heads - a Gardening Podcast
Ep. 317 - Well one thing dominates horticulture in most of the UK at the moment - drought - officially half the country has reached that status and we are seeing winners and losers, but also many silver-linings and little joys in our gardens!

Talking Heads - a Gardening Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2026 31:56


Summer is here - we enter the long days and sultry nights with the garden looking glorious - but always looking to the horizon for a little bit of rain to keep things looking green and lush. Herbaceous borders are set to maximum colour, vegetable beds seem to multiply in growth weekly and the gardener's tan is ever present. So enjoy the long summer days, take some time to appreciate time in your garden and join the Talking Heads pair as they continue to look after their planty spaces, as well as enjoying their gardens at home.The lack of rain in many parts of the UK (not all) has been the number one issue for weeks now - rain dances, water bowsers and talk of changing plantings are now a regular feature of conversations throughout gardens as the  Environment Agency declares half of the UK to be in official drought status! But although there have been many losers in this hot, dry weather its not all bad and Saul and Lucy wanted to bringing a little positivity in this weeks podcast with talk of juicy peaches, luscious exotic planting and of course, the wood-fired hot tub!Instagram links:Saul plantsmansaulLucy lucychamberlaingardensIntro and Outro music from https://filmmusic.io"Fireflies and Stardust" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show

Hill-Man Morning Show Audio
Gen Z is taking breaks during work called "Micro-joys"

Hill-Man Morning Show Audio

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 10:54


The News continues with Gen Z wanting to take small breaks during work called "Micro-joys". And would you tip a robot at a restaurant or a kiosk?

Cornerstone Tulsa Podcast
The Joys of Discipleship

Cornerstone Tulsa Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 26:27


A reflection on Matthew 13:44-46 by Care Pastor, Alan Kline.

Fluent Fiction - Hungarian
Spontaneous Summer Joys at Balaton: The Paddle Boat Adventure

Fluent Fiction - Hungarian

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2026 15:37 Transcription Available


Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: Spontaneous Summer Joys at Balaton: The Paddle Boat Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2026-07-28-22-34-01-hu Story Transcript:Hu: Nyár volt a Balatonnál, a nap magasan ragyogott az égen.En: It was summer at Balaton, and the sun shone high in the sky.Hu: Zoltán, Eszter és László izgatottan várakoztak a parton.En: Zoltán, Eszter, and László waited excitedly on the shore.Hu: Színes ruháik szinte világítottak a nyári napfényben.En: Their colorful clothes almost glowed in the summer sunlight.Hu: Zoltán, a kis csapat élén, most is nagy kalandot tervezett.En: Zoltán, at the head of the small group, was planning a great adventure once again.Hu: Ma egy hőlégballonos túrára indulnak.En: Today, they were going on a hot air balloon trip.Hu: Vagy legalábbis ez volt a terv.En: Or at least that was the plan.Hu: Ahogy megérkeztek a kijelölt felszállási pontra, egy magas, bajuszos ember lépett hozzájuk.En: As they arrived at the designated take-off point, a tall man with a mustache approached them.Hu: „Sajnálom, a szélviszonyok miatt ma nem szállhatunk fel a ballonokkal" – mondta.En: "I'm sorry, due to wind conditions, we can't take off with the balloons today," he said.Hu: Zoltán arcába csalódottság ült, de gyorsan erőt vett magán.En: Disappointment settled on Zoltán's face, but he quickly pulled himself together.Hu: Nem hagyhatta, hogy a többiek bosszankodjanak.En: He couldn't let the others be annoyed.Hu: „Nincs gond, srácok!En: "No problem, guys!Hu: Van egy másik ötletem!En: I have another idea!"Hu: " – jelentette ki Zoltán, miközben elhagyták a helyszínt.En: Zoltán declared as they left the place.Hu: Eszter és László bizakodva néztek rá.En: Eszter and László looked at him hopefully.Hu: Zoltán megpillantotta a parton a színes paddle boatokat.En: Zoltán spotted colorful paddle boats on the shore.Hu: „Versenyezzünk a vízen!En: "Let's race on the water!"Hu: " – vetette fel hirtelen.En: he suddenly suggested.Hu: Eszter mosolyogva bólintott, László pedig egyből szellemes megjegyzést tett: „Vigyázzatok, én vagyok a fedélzeti humorfelelős!En: Eszter nodded with a smile, and László immediately made a witty remark: "Watch out, I'm the onboard comedian!"Hu: " Mindhárman felszálltak az apró paddle boatokra, és hamarosan már a Balaton csillogó vizén suhantak.En: All three of them boarded the tiny paddle boats, and soon they were gliding on the sparkling waters of Balaton.Hu: A verseny elkezdődött, mindhárman teljes erőből lapátoltak.En: The race began, and they all paddled with full force.Hu: László, hogy kacagtassa a többieket, látványos kanyarokkal próbálta megelőzni a többieket.En: László, trying to amuse the others, attempted to overtake them with spectacular turns.Hu: Egy óvatlan pillanatban azonban a hajója megingott és a vízbe borult.En: However, in an unguarded moment, his boat wobbled and he fell into the water.Hu: „Elkapott a Balatorna!En: "I've been caught by the Balatorna!"Hu: " – kiáltotta, ahogy kihúzták.En: he shouted as they pulled him out.Hu: Nevetés tört rájuk, a tervelt kaland igazi móka lett.En: Laughter broke out among them, and the planned adventure turned into real fun.Hu: Zoltán belátta, hogy nem mindig a tervek a legjobb kalandok.En: Zoltán realized that planned adventures aren't always the best ones.Hu: A parton száradó László, a napot vidáman záró Eszter és Zoltán felidézték a nap eseményeit.En: László drying on the shore, Eszter happily ending the day, and Zoltán recalled the day's events.Hu: Késő délután lett, a nap már alacsonyan járt.En: It was late afternoon by then, and the sun was already low.Hu: A kis csapat a parton takarodott takarókkal le és piknikeztek.En: The small group spread blankets on the shore and had a picnic.Hu: A szendvicsek és frissítő italok mellé történetek és nevetés is került.En: Along with sandwiches and refreshing drinks, there were stories and laughter too.Hu: „Ugye, hogy így jobban sikerült az a nap?En: "See, wasn't the day better like this?"Hu: " – kérdezte Eszter, mire Zoltán mosolyogva bólintott.En: Eszter asked, to which Zoltán nodded with a smile.Hu: Végül a nap lemenő sugarai alatt Zoltán rájött a lényegre: a barátokkal töltött idő, a közös kalandok teszik igazán emlékezetessé a pillanatokat.En: Finally, under the setting rays of the sun, Zoltán realized the essence: time spent with friends and shared adventures make the moments truly memorable.Hu: Mert egy elmaradt hőlégballonozás is lehet egy felejthetetlen nyári nap kezdete.En: Because a missed hot air balloon ride can also be the start of an unforgettable summer day. Vocabulary Words:shore: partglowed: világítottakdesignated: kijelöltmustache: bajuszosdisappointment: csalódottságamuse: kacagtassaunguarded: óvatlanwobbled: meingottsparkling: csillogópaddle: lapátoltakgliding: suhantakdried: száradórefreshing: frissítősandwiches: szendvicsekessence: lényegreadventure: kalandannoyed: bosszankodjanakquickly: gyorsanremark: megjegyzéscomedian: humorfelelőstiny: apróattempted: próbáltapicnic: piknikeztekdawn: késő délutánblankets: takarókkalplanned: terveltmemorable: emlékezetesséshared: közösunforgettable: felejthetetlenexperience: élményt

The Missions Podcast
Ministry in Wartime: Challenges and Joys of Ministering in Ukraine

The Missions Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2026 28:30


Four years into the full-scale war in Ukraine, daily life is still marked by air raid alerts, uncertainty, and loss. Yet ABWE missionary Mike Gustafson and Pastor Zhenya Yashchenko share how God continues to build his church in the midst of the conflict. They discuss the realities of serving while missiles fall, caring for families under constant stress, and shepherding a church whose members have been drafted to the front lines. Despite the hardships, the gospel is reaching people who are searching for lasting hope. Through humanitarian outreach, church planting, and faithful gospel witness, many are hearing the good news for the first time and finding new life in Christ. Mike and Zhenya also share how believers around the world can pray, support local churches, and stand alongside their brothers and sisters in Ukraine as they continue the work of making disciples. Key Topics Living and serving faithfully during war How local churches are meeting physical and spiritual needs Stories of lives transformed by the gospel in Ukraine Church planting and leadership development despite the ongoing war Prayer and partnership opportunities for believers worldwide Why now is still a strategic time for ministry in Ukraine Are you feeling called to the mission field, but don't know where to start? ABWE's 24-Hour DEMO is for those that are seeking opportunities and direction on how they can help fulfill the Great Commission. Find your role in global missions at demo.abwe.org. Do you love The Missions Show? Have you been blessed by the show? Then become a Premium Subscriber! Premium Subscribers get access to: Exclusive bonus content A community Signal thread with other listeners and the hosts Invite-only webinars A free gift! Support The Missions Show and sign up to be a Premium Subscriber at missionsshow.com/premium The Missions Show is powered by ABWE. Learn more and take your next step in the Great Commission at abwe.org. Want to ask a question or suggest a topic? Email alex@missionsshow.com.

Mary English Astrologer Blog
Episode 502 - The Joys of The Planets

Mary English Astrologer Blog

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2026 30:47


This week I am quoting from Antony Louis' marvellous book Horary Astrology Plain & Simple You can find it here https://amzn.to/4wn3e3s You can also find my How to Survive a Pisces audiobook here on these platforms:  https://libro.fm/audiobooks/9780466346225-how-to-survive-a-pisces https://www.kobo.com/us/en/audiobook/how-to-survive-a-pisces-2?sId=a14acfa1-6a08-40f1-aac6-2838765f373a&ssId=RpPoA9MY6_ZP3pFU0Hzqk&cPos=1 https://www.storytel.com/tv/books/how-to-survive-a-pisces-real-life-guidance-on-how-to-get-on-and-be-friends-with-the-last-sign-of-the-zodiac-14763855 https://books.apple.com/us/audiobook/how-to-survive-a-pisces-real-life-guidance-on-how/id6789341793?uo=4   Gordon Ramsey Moon in the 3rd, Venus in the 5th

Dave & Mahoney
FULL SHOW: The Joys Of Peeing On Ice

Dave & Mahoney

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2026 51:20


SHOW FEATURES: Lazy Bonez Mahonez, Family Secrets, Redneck Report and Pop Trash. Follow Dave & Mahoney everywhere:Instagram: @daveandmahoneyTikTok: @daveandmahoneyFacebook: @daveandmahoneyYouTube: @daveandmahoneyAgree? Disagree? Want to yell at us?Voicemail: 833-YO-DUMMY Additional Content: daveandmahoney.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Robert Gardner Wellness Podcast
Michelle Ratz-McGuire on NLPR teaching joys and challenges 7/15/2026

Robert Gardner Wellness Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2026 36:39


Michelle can be reached for sessions or training on her websitefacebookinstagramMore info about Robert Gardnerhis websiteNext Level Pain Reliefyoutube

The Inner Life
The Joys of Finding God in Nature

The Inner Life

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2026 51:12


Fr. Tom Wilson joins Deacon Patrick Conley to discuss the joys of finding God in nature (2:56). Topics/calls: nature as a tool & care for creation (8:55), God spoke to me through nature (14:13), the beauty of Maui (18:30), living on 14 acres (21:26), the beach (25:54), mountains (29:50), find God in the open water (35:31), the destructive tendencies of nature (40:22), desert life (44:18), and the Redwood forest (47:31).

The Poetry Corner Podcast With Matt Foster
The Joys Of Having a Hobby

The Poetry Corner Podcast With Matt Foster

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2026 24:29


I am back with a brand new episode and I want to share with yiu guys what I've been up to recently and a hobby that I developed a love for....Cycling.I'll talk about all this and more in this episode!also I'm back with a spoken word poetry performance in which I hope you all enjoy!

In VOGUE: The 1990s
Savannah Miller On The Joys and Misconceptions of Being Pregnant at 47

In VOGUE: The 1990s

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2026 56:48


When Savannah Miller found out she was pregnant with her fourth child at 47, she knew this was going to be a learning moment.  “I can't have a home birth these days.  It's not considered to be safe. So I'm having to kind of adjust my expectations around what my birth is gonna look like and just hope that I can kind of retain some of that peaceful, beautiful, connected time with the baby however he comes out,” she told Chioma on this week's episode of The Run-Through with Vogue.  Inspired by her younger sister, actress Sienna Miller who recently had her third child at 44, Savannah is excited to see her blended family grow and for her husband James (who she married four years ago) to experience being a first time dad. “He's stunned, to be honest. There are still moments where he's, like, disbelieving, but mostly, he talks to him all the time. And he, plays The Beatles, relentlessly. He's like, "That will be your favorite music."  As for the misconceptions of being an older parent, Savannah believes there are actually more positives than people realize. As someone who had to balance being a young mom to three kids while building a fashion brand, she's ready to embrace ease and also confide in her support system when needed.  “My son's 21 so he's gonna be more like an uncle to this child. Knowing that I have those people that will really kind of hold this child up in his life was a massive kind of helper in deciding that this was a good thing to do.” Earlier in the episode, Chioma breaks down her August Cover with Daisy Edgar Jones to Chloe. The pair also chat about sports (BTW: we are sad about England!), Charli xcx's secret concert in London, Chloe's trip to the Hamptons, and Teen Vogue Fest! The Run-Through with Vogue is your go-to podcast where fashion meets culture. Hosted by Chloe Malle, Head of Editorial Content, Vogue U.S.; Chioma Nnadi, Head of British Vogue; and Nicole Phelps, Director of Vogue Runway, each episode features the latest fashion news and exclusive designer and celebrity interviews. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Rental Roundtable
Rental Roundtable #109: The Power of Compounding in Business and Investing

The Rental Roundtable

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2026 37:12


Most of what builds a great business doesn't happen in one big move. Gautam Baid, fund manager and author of The Joys of Compounding, joins the Rental Roundtable to talk about how small, steady habits compound into extraordinary results over time — in investing, in business, and in life. From persistence through 1,300 job rejections to why quality always wins in a downturn, this conversation has as much to teach a rental operator as it does an investor.

The Radiology Report Podcast
From Med Student to Radiologist: Three Johns Hopkins Residents Share What They Wish Everyone Knew About Radiology

The Radiology Report Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2026 61:57


What is it really like to become a radiologist? In this episode of The Joys of Radiology, Dr. Gautam Agrawal sits down with three Johns Hopkins radiology residents, Dr. Selin Ocal, Dr. Molly Pasque, and Dr. Shefali Jain, for an honest conversation about training, mentorship, AI, and the moments that make radiology so rewarding. They share how they first discovered radiology, the misconceptions they had before residency, and why the specialty is far more collaborative, social, and subjective than many people realize. They also discuss how confidence develops one case at a time, the role of case-based learning and oral boards, and why mistakes can become some of the most memorable learning experiences. The conversation also explores what AI could mean for the future of radiology, how radiologists can remain visible and valuable as clinical consultants, and the patient cases that reminded each resident why their work matters. Whether you are a medical student considering radiology, a resident navigating training, or an experienced radiologist reflecting on your own career, this episode offers a thoughtful look at the joy, growth, and responsibility that come with learning to see what others cannot.

Mike Gallagher Podcast
M and M EXTRA 7.08.26 | Platner's Exit, Iran Options, and the Joys of Stay-cation

Mike Gallagher Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2026 45:30 Transcription Available


Mike is back! He and Mark assess the events leading up to Graham Platner’s departure from the Maine Senate race, and what happens next. Then, an evaluation of the challenging dilemmas of Iran. But first, Mike shares what he did— or most notably did NOT do— over some of his vacation days.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Mark Davis Show
M and M EXTRA 7.08.26 | Platner's Exit, Iran Options, and the Joys of Stay-cation

The Mark Davis Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2026 45:30 Transcription Available


Mike is back! He and Mark assess the events leading up to Graham Platner’s departure from the Maine Senate race, and what happens next. Then, an evaluation of the challenging dilemmas of Iran. But first, Mike shares what he did— or most notably did NOT do— over some of his vacation days.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Something You Should Know
Why Pain Isn't What You Think It Is & The Disappearing Joys of Everyday Life

Something You Should Know

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2026 48:43


People often assume that someone with brown eyes appears more trustworthy than someone with blue eyes. Research suggests there may be something to that belief—but not for the reason most people think. In fact, eye color may have very little to do with it. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3541379/ Pain seems simple. You get hurt, you feel pain. Problem solved. Except it isn't that simple at all. Why can two people experience the same injury yet report very different levels of pain? How can amputees feel excruciating pain in a limb that no longer exists? Scientists now understand that pain is not merely a signal sent from the body to the brain. Instead, pain is a complex experience shaped by biology, psychology, memory, expectations, emotions, and environment. Dr. Rachel Zoffness, a leading pain expert on the faculty at UCSF School of Medicine, joins me to explain what modern science has discovered about pain, why many traditional assumptions about it are wrong, and how understanding pain differently may help people suffer less. She is author of Tell Me Where It Hurts: The New Science of Pain and How to Heal (https://amzn.to/4afunMR). Life has become incredibly convenient. We no longer unfold paper maps, collect ticket stubs, browse record stores, save newspaper clippings, or carry around many of the physical objects that once filled everyday life. Digital technology has made countless tasks faster and easier—but has something been lost along the way? Ian Bogost believes the answer is yes. He argues that many of the small physical experiences we've eliminated weren't just clutter or inefficiency. They added texture, meaning, memory, and satisfaction to life. In our conversation, he explains how the disappearance of these seemingly insignificant things may be quietly changing our relationship with the world and what we can do to reclaim some of what we've lost. Ian is a staff writer at The Atlantic and author of The Small Stuff: How to Lead a More Gratifying Life (https://amzn.to/3SDVFXf). You've probably heard the travel hack: search for airline tickets too many times and the price will go up. That's why some people clear their browser history, use incognito mode, or switch devices before booking a flight. But does any of that actually work? The answer may surprise you. https://nypost.com/2025/06/03/lifestyle/will-clearing-your-search-history-make-flight-prices-cheaper-experts-reveal-the-surprising-truth/ PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS WAYFAIR: Ready to upgrade your home for way less? Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less.  RULA: Thousands of people are already using Rula to get affordable, high-quality therapy that's actually covered by insurance. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://Rula.com/sysk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to get started. QUINCE: Elevate your summer wardrobe. Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://Quince.com/sysk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too! SHOPIFY: It's time to turn those "what ifs" into CHA CHING with Shopify Today! Sign up for your $1 per month trail and start selling today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://Shopify.com/sysk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hell & High Water with John Heilemann
Bob Crawford: Avett Brothers, John Quincy Adams, & Other Joys of Americana

Hell & High Water with John Heilemann

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2026 69:18


John welcomes Avett Brothers bassist Bob Crawford to discuss his new book, “America's Founding Son: John Quincy Adams, From President to Political Maverick.” Crawford explains how JQA, after a mediocre single term in the Oval Office, blossomed into America's “most extraordinary ex-president” and arguably its greatest all-around public servant; the evolution of his popular history podcast The Road to Now; and the genesis of the recent, seemingly unlikely collab between The Avett Brothers and Faith No More frontman Mike Patton.

The Field Guides
Ep. 82 - Wild Ideas: Resurrected! (feat. Gordon Maupin)

The Field Guides

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2026 90:11


This episode, we're stepping back to the golden age of natural history podcasting by resurrecting the format of the classic show Wild Ideas: The Podcast. Joining us on the trail is one of the OG hosts: the man himself, Gordon Maupin. It's a 3-way team-up where each of us brings a heavy-hitting seasonal mystery to the table.First, Steve unravels the rule-breaking world of the Ambystoma polyploid salamander complex, where unisexual lineages are mixing up DNA from different species and blurring the lines of what makes a species a species. Then, Gordon shrinks things down to look at the world of duckweed ecology, a group that includes the smallest flowering plants in the world. Finally, Bill turns our eyes to the skies over the marsh to pull back the curtain on dragonfly migration, looking into the recent science that shows some dragonfly species are multi-generational continental travelers (as well as badass predators).Come listen in as Gordon and the guys answer the question, “What's going on outside?” (Wild Ideas fans, that's for you)This episode was reecorded at the Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge in Alabama, NY on May 13, 2026.Episode LinksCheck out the Iroquois National Wildlife Refige and their Bald Eagle Cam.Here's the New York Times article about 7 Podcasts About the Joys of Bird Watching that includes a mention of our show.Episode NotesGetting The Great Egret's Latin Name RightDuring a quick aside this episode, Gordon spotted a Great Egret and Steve tried to recall its scientific name, tentatively going with Erodea alba. He wasn't entirely wrong! The correct name is Ardea alba.While alba means "white," Ardea is Latin for "heron." It also ties back to the ancient myth by everyone's favorite Roman poet Ovid, who wrote about a bird rising directly from the ashes of the burned city of Ardea. What's the Deal With Axolotls?We wondered if the axolotl is in the same genus as the Jefferson and blue spotted salamander (Ambystoma) and yes they are!Species: A. mexicanum (Axolotl) Unlike most members of Ambystomatidae—which typically metamorphose into terrestrial adults—the axolotl exhibits a trait called neoteny (or paedomorphosis). This is where an organism retains juvenile or larval traits into adulthood. Axolotls retains its aquatic, larval features (like its signature feathery external gills) into adulthood and spends its entire life in the water Bill's Hard Claim on ID'ing Jefferson Salamanders Bill said there is no way we could tell if it was a Jefferson salamander: is that true? Bill was basically right if we're talking about visually confirming a female-looking salamander in a blue-spotted/Jefferson overlap zone. Many unisexual individuals cannot be confidently identified by sight, and genetic testing is the clean answer. But during the breeding season, a male with a swollen cloaca is not part of the all-female unisexual lineage, so that can help narrow things down. So, a male in breeding condition can sometimes be identified much more confidently than a female/unisexual-looking animal, but you need to have serious knowledge about species location, morphology, and breeding-season characteristics. The Jefferson Complex vs. the Bigger Unisexual Salamander SituationDuring the episode, Bill had a “wait, what are we even talking about?” moment while Steve was explaining the huge all-female/unisexual Ambystoma salamander lineage.Steve was talking about the big-picture version: a bizarre evolutionary group that can involve genomes from several mole salamander species, including Blue-spotted, Jefferson, Small-mouthed, Streamside, and Tiger Salamanders.Bill, though, was thinking what we hear more about in the Northeast and Great Lakes region: the “Jefferson complex,” or the Blue-spotted/Jefferson Salamander mess. Around here, that usually means you can't usually ID a Jefferson Salamanders or a Blue-spotted Salamander down to species because the sally in front of you may belong to the all-female, polyploid lineage that can't be confidently sorted out just by looking at them.So Bill's question was basically: “Hold on. Is this identification nightmare only a Jefferson/Blue-spotted thing, or does it happen with the other species too?”And the answer is: yep. It can happen with the others too.The narrower Jefferson complex usually refers to the Blue-spotted/Jefferson part of the story, especially in places where those are the main overlapping species. But when scientists zoom out and include the other players (Small-mouthed, Streamside, and Eastern Tiger Salamanders) they usually refer to the whole thing as the unisexual Ambystoma lineage.So the practical field takeaway is this: in places where these species overlap, a female-looking Ambystoma salamander may be impossible to identify with confidence by appearance alone. Even experts may only be making an educated guess unless they use genetic testing. Measuring red blood cell size can help estimate ploidy (basically, whether the animal has extra chromosome sets) but DNA testing is the real way to know which genomes are actually in there. Is Duckweed the Smallest Flowering Plant? Yes, but specifically a microscopic type of it. The world's smallest flowering plants belong to the genus Wolffia - Often referred to as "rootless duckweed" or "watermeal," they are the tiniest members of the duckweed family (Lemnaceae) Individual Wolffia plants are usually less than 1 mm long, roughly the size of a pinhead or cornmeal, and the flowers are correspondingly microscopic.Unlike standard duckweed (Lemna), Wolffia plants do not have roots and appear simply as tiny floating green spheres or oval seeds.The plant produces the world's smallest flower, which forms in a tiny depression on the plant's top surface.Because they are so small and have highly efficient asexual budding, they can easily cover a pond in dense mats before you ever notice an individual plant. Can be found across temperate and tropical regions of North, Central, and South America Correction: Ed Yong's An Immense World (UV, not Infrared)During the episode, Bill mentioned Ed Yong's phenomenal book, An Immense World, and noted that researchers are increasingly discovering how many animals can see in the infrared spectrum. His memory slipped slightly on this one! Yong actually discusses the growing scientific realization that many animals see in the ultraviolet (UV) spectrum, not infrared. (Though as you'll see below, dragonflies do have a few tricks up their sleeves on the other end of the spectrum). Gordon's Question: Infrared Vision & Dragonfly MatingBill's misremembering of what was in An Immense World was prompted by Gordon asking a fantastic question during the recording: Can dragonflies see in the infrared spectrum, and if they can, are they using it to navigate during migration?First, a quick clarification: when most of us hear “infrared,” we immediately picture thermal imaging — animals glowing in the dark, Predator vision, that whole thing. That is not what we're talking about here. Dragonflies do not appear to see heat signatures.What they may be able to see is near-infrared — light just beyond the deepest red wavelengths visible to humans. Near-infrared is not heat vision. It is more like an invisible extension of red.According to a recent study published in January 2026 by researchers in Osaka, Japan, some dragonfly species have visual pigments that are sensitive to extremely long red wavelengths, possibly reaching into the near-infrared edge of the spectrum. That alone is pretty wild. But the discovery also highlights a striking example of parallel evolution between insects and primates. Millions of years ago, the ancestors of humans and other primates evolved molecular changes that helped produce red-sensitive vision. This new research suggests that some dragonflies may have independently evolved a similar molecular tuning mechanism for detecting red light. However, while primate red vision operates within the visible spectrum, some dragonflies appear to have pushed that sensitivity even farther, toward the boundary between deep red and near-infrared.So what are they doing with this ability? Probably not navigating migration, at least as far as we know.The better-supported idea is that this long-wavelength vision helps dragonflies identify mates quickly in flight. Male and female dragonflies can reflect red and near-infrared light differently, especially against green vegetation. So for an animal making split-second decisions while zipping around at high speed, that extra visual contrast could be a big deal. So to answer Gordon's question, dragonflies may be seeing farther into the red/near-infrared edge of the spectrum than we can, but based on what researchers currently know, they're probably using that ability for rapid sex recognition, not long-distance navigation. It's more of a high-speed dragonfly dating filter than infrared GPS.The Missing Piece: Visual Cues and "Leading Lines" in MigrationOne big element Bill neglected to mention in covering how dragonfies navigate during migration is the VISUAL piece – that they also use what they're seeing! That is a crucial piece of the puzzle. Dragonflies are also extremely visual animals. Those huge compound eyes are not just for decoration. So, what they're seeing is likely a key piece in their migration toolbox. Migrating dragonflies are often observed moving along major landscape features: coastlines, mountain ridges, river valleys, and other long, continuous edges. Biologists sometimes refer to these kinds of features as leading lines, because they can help guide or funnel migrating animals across the landscape.That doesn't mean a dragonfly is looking down and thinking, “Ah yes, the Susquehanna River. I'll take this south.” But these landscape features can still matter in several ways.Coastlines can keep migrants from drifting too far over open water, which is risky for an insect that eventually needs to land, rest, and feed.Mountain ridges and long hillsides can create useful air currents and updrafts, allowing dragonflies to ride favorable winds and conserve energy.River corridors can provide both a visual pathway and good stopover habitat, with water, vegetation, and plenty of small flying insects to eat when they need to refuel.The overall migration story for dragonflies probably isn't “dragonflies have one magic compass.” It's more like they are combining a bunch of cues at once: the visual structure of the landscape below them, as well as the elements covered during the episode. Steve's Questions: Resident vs. Migratory Green Darners & The Thermal Genetic SwitchDuring the episode, Steve asked two really good questions about Common Green Darners: if some are migratory and some are resident, how do they know which group to mate with? And could temperature be the thing that nudges a young darner down one path or the other?The first answer is surprisingly simple: they probably don't know, and they probably don't care.For a long time, researchers assumed these groups were reproductively isolated, believing residents emerged and died before the migratory cohort reached adulthood, but modern research has overturned this idea. According to a comprehensive review by Michael L. May and John H. Matthews, adult flight periods absolutely overlap in mid-summer, and genetic testing reveals zero genetic differentiation between the groups. The entire continental population belongs to a single, randomly mating gene pool. So when a Common Green Darner is ready to mate, it is probably not checking whether the other darner is from the “resident” or “migratory” team. It is just mating with another mature Common Green Darner in the same airspace. Very romantic. Very dragonfly.Steve's second question gets at something even more interesting: what makes one generation migrate while another stays put?This is where temperature, day length, and seasonal timing seem to matter a lot. A Green Darner nymph developing in warm water during long summer days may be pushed toward faster development. That can produce adults that emerge, feed heavily, build up energy reserves, and migrate south in late summer or fall.But if nymphs are developing as temperatures drop and days get shorter, their development can slow down. Instead of rushing to become adults, they may overwinter as aquatic nymphs and emerge the following year. Those individuals can then become part of the resident breeding population in northern ponds.So Steve's instinct was basically right: environmental conditions appear to play a huge role in shaping whether a darner develops quickly and migrates, or slows down and overwinters.The only thing to be careful about is the phrase “genetic switch.” There probably are changes in gene expression involved. Temperature and day length can absolutely affect how insects develop, but in Common Green Darners, we should probably think of it less as a single switch being flipped and more as a whole developmental pathway being shaped by the environment.The short version: migratory and resident Green Darners are not separate species or rival dragonfly factions. They appear to be part of one big, mixed population whose life cycle can play out in different ways depending on timing, temperature, and local conditions.Sponsors and Ways to Support UsThank you to Always Wandering Art (Website and Etsy Shop) for providing the artwork for many of our episodes.Support us on Patreon.Works CitedHallworth, M. T., Marra, P. P., McFarland, K. P., Zahendra, S., & Studds, C. E. (2018). Tracking dragons: stable isotopes reveal the annual cycle of a long-distance migratory insect. Biology Letters, 14(12), 20180741. doi: 10.1098/rsbl.2018.0741.Hu, G., Lim, K. S., Horvitz, N., Clark, S. J., Reynolds, D. R., Sapir, N., & Chapman, J. W. (2016). Mass seasonal bioflows of high-flying insect migrants. Science, 354(6319), 1584–1587. doi: 10.1126/science.aah4379.Knight, S. M., Pitman, G. M., Flockhart, D. T. T., & Norris, D. R. (2019). Radio-tracking reveals how wind and temperature influence the pace of daytime insect migration. Biology Letters, 15(6), 20190327. doi: 10.1098/rsbl.2019.0327.Lancaster, L. T., Dudaniec, R. Y., Chauhan, P., Wellenreuther, M., Svensson, E. I., & Hansson, B. (2016). Gene expression under thermal stress varies across a geographic range expansion front. Molecular Ecology, 25(5), 1141–1156. doi: 10.1111/mec.13548.May, M. L. (2013). A critical overview of progress in studies of migration of dragonflies (Odonata: Anisoptera), with emphasis on North America. Journal of Insect Conservation, 17(1), 1–15.May, M. L., & Matthews, J. H. (2008). Migration in Odonata: a case study of Anax junius. In A. Córdoba-Aguilar (Ed.), Dragonflies and Damselflies: Model Organisms for Ecological and Evolutionary Research (pp. 63–77). Oxford University Press.Sato, R., Terakita, A., & Koyanagi, M. (2026). Dragonfly red opsins share a common tuning mechanism with mammalian red opsins and further enhancement of near-infrared sensitivity. Cellular and Molecular Life Sciences.Trottier, R. (1971). 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THINK Business with Jon Dwoskin
Frederick Fisher on Why Listening Is the Ultimate Sales Skill

THINK Business with Jon Dwoskin

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2026 25:08


Most people wait for opportunity. The best ones sell their way into it. Enjoyed my conversation with Fred Fisher. 50+ years in business. Still sharp. Still curious. 4 things that stuck: 1 - Opportunity is sold — not given. At 17, he talked his way into a French kitchen in Grenoble. Sales isn't a department. It's a life skill. 2 - Listening wins. Great mentors don't preach. They ask questions that flip the light switch. 3 - Technology scales. Humans close. Email is efficient. The phone builds trust. 4 - If you want to grow faster than the people around you — pick up the phone. Never stop learning.   --- Frederick Fisher, J.D., CCP, is a seasoned expert in Professional Liability with a career spanning over 50 years. Renowned for his dedication to client financial security, he advocates for providing clients with strong financial safeguards, letting competitors focus on ""selling some insurance."" Fisher serves on the Editorial Board of Agents of America, is an original faculty member at the Claims College's School of Professional Lines (sponsored by the Claims & Litigation Management Association) and has been the Senior Technical Advisor for over 30 years on a research manual titled Professional Liability Insurance published by the International Risk Management Institute. A founding member and Past President of the over 40,000-member strong Professional Liability Underwriting Society (PLUS), he was awarded the PLUS Founders Award in 2019. In addition to his roles in education and advisory, Fisher is a prolific writer and speaker. He authored the 2024 publication "Claims Made Insurance - The Policy That Changed the Industry" (published by the Insurance Journal/Wells Publishing Co.) and has over 80 industry-related articles to his name, along with more than 150 industry-related presentations and classes. Fisher's career began with two decades as a Professional Lines Claims Adjuster, specializing in Professional Liability claims, qualitative claim audits, risk management, and loss control. Later, he founded ELM Insurance Brokers, where he led as CEO for over 20 years. Currently, he consults as a Subject Matter Expert for several PLUS RPLU courses, advises A.M. Best as a recommended expert, and provides expert witness testimony. Known for his insights into "The Gotchya's that'll Getchya ™ 1" of Executive Liability and Specialty Lines Insurance, he remains a trusted advisor to businesses navigating complex liability landscapes. Fred not only has a remarkable sense of humor, but also knows how to explain complex insurance contract language in a way that is understandable to everyone. Having grown up with an educated palate, Fred is an excellent cook. That comes as no surprise when one learns that, as a student, he spent time in France and convinced a local restaurant to teach him to cook, a hobby he still savors. In the 80s, he also published a cookbook, the Joys of Spice. Learn more at https://www.fishercg.com/ Connect with Jon Dwoskin: Twitter: @jdwoskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.dwoskin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejondwoskinexperience/ Website: https://jondwoskin.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondwoskin/ Email: jon@jondwoskin.com Get Jon's Book: The Think Big Movement: Grow your business big. Very Big! Connect with Frederick Fisher, J.D., CCP​:Website: https://www.fishercg.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederick-fisher-j-d-ccp-46b1944 *E - explicit language may be used in this podcast.

Consider This from NPR
The joys of reporting on 3 teenagers chasing glory in the World Series of Birding

Consider This from NPR

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2026 9:40


Reporting assignments can often lead to unexpected joys and lessons. That was the case when NPR's Natalie Escobar and Ava Berger were sent on the road to tag along with three teenage boys competing in the World Series of Birding. The teens had 24 hours to crisscross New Jersey and tally up the number of bird species they spotted. For this week's Reporter's Notebook we hear from Escobar and Berger about how the assignment was both challenging and illuminating.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy