Podcasts about joys

This is may be a little different than what I usually talk about on my podcast, but I had some pretty interesting thought break throughs that I thought I would share them. Maybe it will help at least one of you, I hope!  Email me at: positivityinpregnancy@gmail.com **Morning Sickness Mini Course for Mental Health (Formerly the Positive Pregnancy Program)**: This self-led video program, made to help foster positivity durning pregnancy. It is for women who have or do struggle with pregnancy and who want to have strong mental health during and specifically the first trimester of pregnancy during the nausea! This Mini Course will help you mentally navigate the hardships of the physical changes of pregnancy, especially that morning sickness phase. Direct link to Morning Sickness Mini Course for Mental Health Positivity in Pregnancy and Motherhood website: Positiveinpregnancy.com Other Episodes you might like: Anxiety? Stressed in pregnancy? Podcast episode Strategies to Calm Fears and Worries in Pregnancy Success in Second Trimester INTIMACY Episodes on Dealing with Nausea in the first trimester: Puking and Feeling Like I Can't Coping with Nausea in Pregnancy Intimacy in the First Trimester Episode YouTube for Positivity in Pregnancy: https://www.youtube.com/@PregnancyisHardwithJosly-nd8wd Here is the Facebook Page for Pregnancy is hard: I have documented my journey of my fourth baby on this page and have other juicy and good tips for enjoying pregnancy better. https://www.facebook.com/pregnancyishard Here is the Pregnancy is Hard Support Group on Facebook: Let's offer support, help and fun for those in the trenches of pregnancy! https://www.facebook.com/groups/165102315544693 Instagram: @positivityinpregnancy  

One of the Joys for walking with Jesus is that he wants to use our stories, gifts, talents, and abilities to build his Kingdom! Many times we stand on the sideline instead of saying Put me in Coach! Listen to David's challenge!

I had the pleasure of co-hosting another episode of Excess Returns with Matt Zeigler.In this wide-ranging conversation, Gautam Baid joins Excess Returns to discuss the principles that shaped his investing philosophy, the lessons learned through bear markets, and why compounding, patience, and quality matter far more than forecasts or short-term performance. Drawing from his books The Joys of Compounding and The Making of a Value Investor, Baid shares a deeply reflective framework for long-term investing, portfolio construction, behavioral discipline, and global diversification, with insights spanning Indian and US markets, liquidity cycles, AI, and investor psychology.Available now on Excess Returns Podcast and Talking Billions.

Uncovering the Radical Legacy of Disability Activist Ed Roberts with Biographer Scott DanforthKeywordsEd Roberts, disability rights, activism, biography, independence, community, technology, publishing, women in activism, accessibilityTakeawaysEd Roberts was a pivotal figure in the disability rights movement.His activism began at UC Berkeley with the Rolling Quads.The fight for disability rights is ongoing and requires constant vigilance.Family dynamics play a crucial role in fostering independence for disabled individuals.Community building is essential for effective activism.Technology can greatly enhance accessibility for disabled individuals.The Center for Independent Living was a groundbreaking initiative for disability rights.Women played a significant but often overlooked role in the disability rights movement.Writing a biography involves difficult choices about what to include or exclude.The publishing process can be challenging, especially for underrepresented stories.SummaryThis conversation explores the life and legacy of Ed Roberts, a pivotal figure in the disability rights movement. Scott Danforth, the author of a biography on Roberts, discusses the challenges and triumphs of advocating for disability rights, the importance of community and independence, and the role of technology in enhancing accessibility. The conversation also touches on the often-overlooked contributions of women in the movement and the complexities of writing a biography. Danforth shares insights from his research and the publishing process, emphasizing the need for continued advocacy and the importance of storytelling in the fight for disability rights.TitlesUnveiling Ed Roberts: A Disability Rights PioneerThe Legacy of Ed Roberts and Disability ActivismSound bites"This is not a very well-known man.""He had polio as a teenager.""He loved the technology."Chapters00:00 Introduction to Ed Roberts and His Legacy02:13 The Fight for Disability Rights09:07 Independence and Family Dynamics14:53 Building Community and Activism21:28 Technological Advancements and Accessibility26:57 Revitalizing the Center for Independent Living27:24 The Legacy of Ed Roberts and Disability Activism28:23 Unveiling the Myths of Disability Leadership30:49 The Unsung Heroes of the Disability Rights Movement31:54 Chronic Illness and the Overlooked Voices33:30 The Joys and Challenges of Writing a Biography35:21 The Process of Research and Writing36:17 Editing and Storytelling in Biography38:44 Navigating the Publishing Landscape41:25 The Journey into Disability Studies43:58 Dreams vs. Reality in Disability Advocacy46:46 The Importance of Community and Creativity48:23 Joy as Resistance in Activism Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Let's hang out with Charlie and Dan. We're talking Gen Alpha- that's all our kids who are born after 2010. Dan says they're inspiring and hope-filled leaders. They're also voice activated, swiping, coding, messaging, coordinating, tech savvy and all in a wizz. As parents, we struggle to keep up. They can be our guide!We also tackle the downsides when there is less play, less conversation and their lower concentration span. They say they're bored but don't know how to be bored.Dan gets us talking about engaging them in Church and encourages parents to lean in with a new spiritual openness.Charlie covers routine, time limits and the dangers of online contacts.Great guests! Ed leaves thinking he may not be too old while Amy asks for a quick recapCharlie and Dan Blythe are leaders, communicators, and parents of two boys, passionate about helping families.Charlie works with A21, a global anti–human trafficking organisation, and Dan leads Alpha Youth, equipping the next generation to explore faith and life's biggest questions.Together, they host the Yung Cubs Parenting Podcast, creating honest, hope-filled conversations about raising kids in today's world. You can join the journey @yung_cubs_parentingSupport the show

Let's hang out with Charlie and Dan. We're talking Gen Alpha- that's all our kids who are born after 2010. Dan says they're inspiring and hope-filled leaders. They're also voice activated, swiping, coding, messaging, coordinating, tech savvy and all in a wizz. As parents, we struggle to keep up. They can be our guide!We also tackle the downsides when there is less play, less conversation and their lower concentration span. They say they're bored but don't know how to be bored.Dan gets us talking about engaging them in Church and encourages parents to lean in with a new spiritual openness.Charlie covers routine, time limits and the dangers of online contacts.Great guests! Ed leaves thinking he may not be too old while Amy asks for a quick recapCharlie and Dan Blythe are leaders, communicators, and parents of two boys, passionate about helping families.Charlie works with A21, a global anti–human trafficking organisation, and Dan leads Alpha Youth, equipping the next generation to explore faith and life's biggest questions.Together, they host the Yung Cubs Parenting Podcast, creating honest, hope-filled conversations about raising kids in today's world. You can join the journey @yung_cubs_parentingSupport the show

For the Love of Women … GUEST Dorothy Little Greco ... writer & photographer who lives outside Boston ... The author of "Making Marriage Beautiful," and most recently, “Marriage in the Middle: Embracing Midlife Surprises, Challenges & Joys” … Dorothy & her husband lead marriage workshops/retreats, speak at conferences nationwide. AI generated content becoming much more difficult to detect. Will be a big theme of 2026 I think.... GUEST Chris Martin ... author of “Terms of Service: The Real Cost of Social Media” … and most recently, “The Wolf in Their Pockets: 13 Ways the Social Internet Threatens the People You Lead” … his substack is chrismartinfyi … Chris lives outside Nashville w his family. The tangled legal web of U.S. v Maduro.… GUEST Prof Bruce Antkowiak… law professor at St Vincent College.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 2025, the Positive Aging Community platform hosted over 50 live and interactive discussions, attracting over 10,000 attendees and thousands of additional viewers and listeners through on-demand recordings and podcasts. As we reflect back from early 2026, these sessions—spanning caregiving, policy, solo aging, health, end-of-life planning, and more—provided practical tools, expert insights, and community connection for older adults, families, and professionals.The top 10 below, curated from registrations across the full year of discussions, highlight the most impactful topics. These sessions collectively reframed aging with optimism, action, and empathy. Now, here are the top 10 most engaged-with discussions from 2025:Leading the list, this session shared practical strategies to reduce stress for dementia caregivers. Drawing from author Tracy Cram Perkins' extensive experience caring for family members, it emphasized self-care, laughter, and preparing for unique journeys of cognitive decline. A must-watch for anyone supporting loved ones with dementia. Watch hereWith 25% of U.S. adults remaining childfree, this discussion illuminated the distinct challenges and opportunities for those aging without children. It explored planning for support, finances, and emotional well-being in a society built around traditional family structures. Watch hereExpert Howard Gleckman broke down key updates to these critical programs, offering clarity on how policy shifts affect long-term care, coverage, and costs for older adults. Essential viewing amid evolving healthcare landscapes. Watch hereThis timely exploration examined the implications of political changes on aging services, including potential impacts on funding, accessibility, and innovation in senior care. A balanced look at navigating policy in uncertain times. Watch hereA dynamic panel of solo aging experts shared real-life strategies, successes, and lessons learned. This roundtable fostered inspiration and practical tips for independently navigating later years with confidence. Watch hereFar from morbid, this session celebrated the liberating practice of "dostadning"—decluttering with intention to ease burdens on loved ones and find personal joy in simplicity. A refreshing take on legacy and mindfulness. Watch hereEmphasizing chosen family, this discussion guided solo agers in cultivating strong community ties for emotional and practical support. Empowering advice on turning neighbors and friends into a robust network. Watch hereOccupational therapist Carol Chiang shared wisdom from her book on deciding whether to modify your current home or relocate. Practical secrets for safe, fulfilling living arrangements in later life. Watch hereAddressing a common yet overlooked issue, this session unpacked vestibular disorders causing dizziness and falls, offering solutions to restore balance and independence for active aging. Watch hereThis compassionate exploration delved into the roots of hoarding behavior, providing pathways to healing, organization, and mental clarity without judgment. A vital resource for affected individuals and their supporters. Watch hereThese top discussions underscore a powerful theme of 2025: positive aging is about proactive choices, community building, and embracing change. Whether you're planning for yourself or supporting others, these resources from Positive Aging Community offer hope and tools for a vibrant future.1. Five Little Known Secrets to Make Dementia Caregiving Easier2. Spotlighting the Unique Needs of Childfree Solo Agers3. Understanding Recent Medicare & Medicaid Changes4. Aging Services in the Trump Era5. Solo Aging All-Stars Roundtable Discussion6. Discover the Joys of Swedish Death Cleaning7. Community as Family: Empowering Solo Agers to Build Their Own Support Networks8. Age in Place or Find a New Space9. Balance for Life: Vestibular Solutions for Older Adults10. Understanding Hoarding: A Path to Healing and Clarity

In this wide-ranging conversation, Gautam Baid joins Excess Returns to discuss the principles that shaped his investing philosophy, the lessons learned through bear markets, and why compounding, patience, and quality matter far more than forecasts or short-term performance. Drawing from his books The Joys of Compounding and The Making of a Value Investor, Baid shares a deeply reflective framework for long-term investing, portfolio construction, behavioral discipline, and global diversification, with insights spanning Indian and US markets, liquidity cycles, AI, and investor psychology.Main topics covered• The asymmetric power of compounding and why being wrong half the time can still lead to exceptional long-term returns• Why patience, temperament, and behavior matter more than analytical precision in investing• The role of journaling in improving decision-making and avoiding repeated behavioral mistakes• How investor sentiment reveals itself through IPO markets and portfolio quality late in bull cycles• Why long-term investing requires continuous monitoring rather than buy-and-forget complacency• Letting winners run, cutting losers, and understanding power-law outcomes in stock markets• Liquidity cycles and how they drive market returns in both India and the United States• How bear markets reshape investing philosophy toward resilience, quality, and diversification• When averaging down makes sense and when it is dangerous• The differences between Indian and US equity markets, valuations, and governance• Why home country bias can be a major risk for US-based investors• AI, productivity, profitability, and where future market winners may emerge beyond mega-cap tech• Why passion for investing matters more than money in sustaining long-term successTimestamps00:00 Introduction and the asymmetric nature of compounding01:00 Gautam Baid's investing background and books03:00 The importance of journaling and learning through bear markets06:00 Investor sentiment, IPOs, and late-cycle market behavior10:20 Long-term investing versus complacency and monitoring risk14:15 Convex upside, concave downside, and letting winners run18:30 Liquidity cycles and lessons from Stan Druckenmiller22:45 Identifying market bottoms and the anatomy of bull and bear markets28:00 Averaging down, quality, and risk management30:30 How bear markets change investor psychology and strategy33:00 Patience, management quality, and long-term optionality36:15 Mr. Market, price signals, and market intelligence39:00 The Federal Reserve, inflation, and asset price dynamics44:00 Understanding the Indian equity market and valuation structure46:45 Why global diversification matters for US investors50:30 AI, margins, and the future of value investing53:00 Passion, purpose, and the psychology of long-term investing54:30 The single most note investors should learn

Walking isn't just exercise. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about eight joys of walking.Download the free blueprint for My Year Of Getting StrongerCheck out the Walking Friends Community on PatreonGet the free weekly Walking is Fitness email. It's a three-minute dose of walking inspiration delivered to your inbox every Thursday morningSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's New Year's Day and many of us will be at home, contemplating the year ahead. For New Year's every year, Lean Out brings you an episode that is lighter and more hopeful. This year, we set our sights on food and its ability to bring us together. Our guest on the program today has published a wonderful book about famous writers and their recipes, exploring the restorative power of home cooking.Valerie Stivers is an American writer and a senior editor at UnHerd. Her new book is The Writer's Table: Famous Authors and Their Favourite Recipes, inspired by her long-running column at The Paris Review.You can find Tara Henley on Twitter at @TaraRHenley, and on Substack at tarahenley.substack.com

How God meets us in the twelve days of Christmas.

The birth of Jesus can be seen as a transformation. It is the beginning of the story and also the beginning of the ending. While it may seem that Christmas should be a season of joy, as told in the Gospel of Matthew, it is both joy and pain. The birth of Jesus brings a newness of hope for us to follow.  This message is brought to us by Pastor Jason. The Gospel is from Matthew Chapter 2, verses 13 - 23.

As we look back on 2025, we see both joys and regrets. In our joy, we give thanksand praise God with humble hearts. In our regret, we confess, receive God's grace, andare released from grief.

Daniel and Shawn take a deep dive into Chapters Group — one of Europe's most rapidly evolving serial acquirers of mission-critical software and services. They explore where the group's growth is coming from, how the company allocates capital, and whether Chapters Group's valuation is justifiable. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL LEARN: 00:00:00 – Intro 00:06:56 – How Chapters Group was founded 00:09:20 – Why elite investors invest in it 00:14:09 – How their playbook for M&A works 00:20:55 – About the major long-term tailwinds behind their businesses 00:35:28 – How M&A is financed 00:46:14 – Why dilution is justified at this stage 00:50:39 – How the financials look 01:05:26 – Whether Shawn and Daniel add CHG to the portfolio *Disclaimer: Slight timestamp discrepancies may occur due to podcast platform differences. BOOKS AND RESOURCES The Investors Podcast Network is excited to debut a new community known as The Intrinsic Value Community for investors to learn, share ideas, network, and join calls with experts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for the waitlist(!)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sign up for ⁠The Intrinsic Value Newsletter.⁠ Joys of Compounding interview with CEO Jan Mohr. Chapters Group Half-Year Presentation 2025. TIVP Episode on TransDigm. Tresor Capital Research Article. CEO Mohr presenting at the Redeye Serial Acquirer Conference. William Thorndike's book: The Outsiders. Explore our previous Intrinsic Value breakdowns: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Transdigm⁠, ⁠Salesforce,⁠ ⁠Berkshire Hathaway,⁠ ⁠FICO⁠, ⁠PayPal⁠, ⁠Uber,⁠ ⁠Nike,⁠ ⁠Amazon⁠, ⁠Airbnb,⁠ ⁠Alphabet.⁠ Related ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠books⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ mentioned in the podcast. Ad-free episodes on our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Premium Feed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. NEW TO THE SHOW? Follow our official social media accounts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X (Twitter)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Browse through all our episodes (complete with transcripts) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Try Shawn's favorite tool for picking stock winners and managing our portfolios: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TIP Finance⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Enjoy exclusive perks from our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠favorite Apps and Services⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn how to better start, manage, and grow your business with the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠best business podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ SPONSORS Support our free podcast by supporting our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sponsors⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: Public.com⁠⁠⁠ - See the full disclaimer ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fm

Max Alexander is an artist and play worker who has mapped some common shapes of autistic play. He's passionate about neuro-affirming play for all ages.Play is both a healing tool, and can help prevent some of the effects of trauma (we touch on this lightly, a concept I learned from Linda Thai) One possible way to apply the play styles is noticing which ones speak to you, and which ones you're already engaging in, then leaning into those.The ebook is free, and it's a quick and excellent read!Apologies for the audio quality. Max was using a headset and didn't have an actual microphone, so I did the best I could to clean it upDo Less program for 2026 (starts Jan 15, reach out by Jan 7)Email mattia@mattiamauree.com with application answers, and/or any questionsConnect with Max:Max's book, The Joys and Shapes of Autistic PlayMax's Substack, Play RadicalAuDHD Flourishing resources:Transcript Doc (often a few weeks behind, but we do catch up!)Mattia's NewsletterLike Your Brain community space (Patreon/Discord) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Oliver, the biggest friend of the pod and host of Last Week Tonight, returns for his annual holiday visit to the Men in Blazers podcast, and this time, John sits down with Rog to discuss Liverpool's up and down season, including how he still hasn't gotten over the pain of Jurgen Klopp's departure, why he wants Mo Salah to be a Liverpool player forever, and how the saga of Trent Alexander-Arnold's departure to Real Madrid explains why Liverpool football is a religious experience. Plus, John shares what his expectations are for England in the 2026 World Cup, and why the only thing that can compete with the joy of football is a French jewelry heist.Shop the MiB Store: https://mibcourage.co/48Yt7MGSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Not only did she set a new world record at Big's Backyard ultra this year by running close to 400 miles over four days, but Sarah Perry also recently won a race called 'The Hill', which saw he run over 1 1/2 times the height on Everest in 48 hours. Rick and Ben spoke to Sarah about her amazing performances this year, what's so special about backyard ultras, the joy of running with dog and why running still needs to be fun. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fluent Fiction - Hindi: Spontaneous Joys: Capturing Priceless Moments in Delhi Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hi/episode/2025-12-23-23-34-01-hi Story Transcript:Hi: दिल्ली में सर्दियों की ठंडी शाम थी।En: It was a cold winter evening in Delhi.Hi: इंडिया गेट के चारों ओर का माहौल भव्य और उत्सवमय था।En: The atmosphere around India Gate was grand and festive.Hi: हर जगह रंग-बिरंगी रोशनी जगमगा रही थीं।En: Everywhere, colorful lights were shimmering.Hi: गरम भुनी हुई मूंगफली और गर्म चाय की गंध हवा में तैर रही थी।En: The aroma of warm roasted peanuts and hot tea floated through the air.Hi: जगह-जगह परिवार और जोड़े हंसते-खिलखिलाते नजर आ रहे थे।En: Families and couples could be seen laughing and chuckling everywhere.Hi: रोहन और नेहा भी उसी माहौल का हिस्सा बनने आए थे।En: Rohan and Neha had also come to be part of the same atmosphere.Hi: रोहन को वर्षों से हर साल क्रिसमस की छुट्टियों में नेहा के साथ एक अलग थीम पर फोटो लेना पसंद था।En: Rohan had enjoyed taking photos with Neha on a different theme every year during the Christmas holidays.Hi: इस बार प्लान में मैचिंग क्रिसमस स्वेटर्स का फोटो था, जिसे उन्होंने परिवार और दोस्तों के साथ साझा करना चाहा था।En: This time, the plan was to take a photo in matching Christmas sweaters, which they wanted to share with family and friends.Hi: नेहा ने अचानक हाथ पकड़कर रोहन को नई जगह घुमाने का प्रस्ताव दिया था।En: Neha suddenly grabbed Rohan's hand and proposed exploring a new place.Hi: उसकी यही आदत थी, बड़े-बड़े प्लान्स को अचानक बदल देने की।En: It was her habit to suddenly change big plans.Hi: इस हड़बड़ी में दोनों अपने मैचिंग स्वेटर्स घर पर रह गए थे।En: In this rush, they left their matching sweaters at home.Hi: यह बात रोहन को थोड़ी निराश कर रही थी।En: This made Rohan a little disappointed.Hi: फिर भी, रोहन ने फ़ौरन ही एक उपाय सोचा।En: Nevertheless, Rohan quickly came up with a solution.Hi: उसने पास के एक वेंडर से दो एक जैसी सांता हैट खरीद लीं।En: He bought two identical Santa hats from a nearby vendor.Hi: "ये भी तो मिलते-जुलते हैं," उसने नेहा से हंसते हुए कहा।En: "These match too," he said to Neha, smiling.Hi: दोनों खुश होकर इंडिया गेट के पास एक पोज बनाने लगे, तभी नेहा कहते-कहते एक सड़क परफॉर्मर से टकरा गई।En: Both happily started posing near India Gate, just then Neha bumped into a street performer.Hi: परफॉर्मर के हाथ के जुगलिंग बॉल्स इधर-उधर गिर गए और वहाँ खड़े सभी लोग हंस पड़े।En: The performer's juggling balls fell here and there, and everyone standing around laughed.Hi: इसी बीच किसी ने उनका फोटो क्लिक कर लिया था - रोहन और नेहा एक-दूसरे को संभालते हुए, हंसते-मुस्कुराते हुए।En: Meanwhile, someone had clicked their photo - Rohan and Neha, supporting each other, laughing and smiling.Hi: फोटो उनके मैचिंग स्वेटर्स के बिना थी, लेकिन उसमें उनकी हंसी और खुद की ख़ासियतें भरी हुई थीं।En: The photo was without their matching sweaters, but it was filled with their laughter and uniqueness.Hi: इंडिया गेट के सामने, रोशनी की जगमगाहट में खींचा गया यह फोटो उनकी खुशियों की वास्तविकता दर्शा रहा था।En: Taken in the glow of lights in front of India Gate, this photo reflected the reality of their happiness.Hi: रोहन ने घर आकर फोटो को देखा। उसने महसूस किया कि परफेक्ट तस्वीर का मतलब समरूपता में नहीं, बल्कि उस पल की सच्चाई में होता है।En: When Rohan came home and looked at the photo, he realized that the perfect picture is not about uniformity, but the truth of the moment.Hi: उस तस्वीर में नेहा की सहजता और उसकी हंसमुखी लेकिन छेड़छाड़ भरी जिंदगी की एक झलक थी।En: In that picture was a glimpse of Neha's spontaneity and her cheerful yet playful life.Hi: रोहन ने नेहा की ओर देखा और मुस्कुराया।En: Rohan looked at Neha and smiled.Hi: उसने अब इस बात को समझ लिया था कि स्पॉन्टेनिटी के साथ जीवन में एक अलग ही रंग आता है।En: He understood now that spontaneity brings a unique color to life.Hi: यही तो उनके रिश्ते की बात थी - उम्मीदों के बिना, सादगी में भी अनमोल पल तैयार करते हुए।En: That was the essence of their relationship - creating priceless moments even in simplicity, without expectations.Hi: इस प्रकार, उनकी छुट्टियाँ और भी यादगार बन गईं।En: In this way, their holidays became even more memorable. Vocabulary Words:atmosphere: माहौलfestive: उत्सवमयshimmering: जगमगा रहीaroma: गंधproposed: प्रस्तावspontaneity: सहजताessence: ख़ासियतेंuniformity: समरूपताmemorable: यादगारcheerful: हंसमुखrealized: महसूस कियाunique: अलगglimpse: झलकreflection: दर्शा रहाjuggling: जुगलिंगidentical: एक जैसीsolution: उपायvendor: वेंडरcouple: जोड़ेtheme: थीमmatching: मिलते-जुलतेunexpected: अचानकperformer: परफॉर्मरpriceless: अनमोलsimplicity: सादगीsuddenly: अचानकchuckling: खिलखिलातेholiday: छुट्टियाँplayful: छेड़छाड़ भरीglow: जगमगाहट

From hotel breaks to retreats, we find out what people who choose to go alone get up to for at Christmas with Newstalk Reporter Sarah Madden…

In this episode, JJ Wang and DJ Dove dive into the world of fantasy football, focusing on quarterback performances and playoff strategies. They discuss the potential of quarterbacks like Joe Burrow, Trevor Lawrence, and Tyler Shuck, analyzing their impact on fantasy leagues. The conversation also touches on the challenges of managing fantasy teams, the unpredictability of player performances, and the excitement of playoff season.Website with Links & all The Fantasy Couriers' Rankings:  https://www.thefantasycouriers.com/ Fast Draft: Join and use code COURIERS for deposit match up to $50!! https://fastdraft.app/ NEW SPONSOR!! Get energized with our newest sponsor–DUBBY : https://www.dubby.gg/discount/couriers?ref=noytokxv Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3JgcXENPRnlcX5RMgwsNlO?si=5cb6b49ecfc9420a Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fantasy-couriers/id1573810445?mt=2&id=1573810445 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCenPosjOxg1MYQ8TFd5RP1A **For waiver and start/sit, join DJ Dove on The Fantasy Turf War Show - live every Tuesday at 9pm EST or on demand afterwards – https://www.youtube.com/@FantasyTurfWar   ,  X - https://x.com/fantasyturfwar, Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/FantasyTurfWar/  or Rubml - https://rumble.com/c/c-6710436?e9s=src_v1_cmdJOIN COURIER NATION on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefantasycouriers #DJDove79 #JJwang79 #TheFantasyCouriers #fantasyfootballadvice #fun #football #nflnews  #nflfantasy #FantasyFootball #fantasysports #fantasyfootballtips #fantasypros #footballseason #spotify #IHeartRadio #TuneInpodcasts #AmazonPodcasts #applepodcasts #youtubemusic #Fantasyfootball #podcast #nfl #fantasy #touchdown  #nfl #fantasypros #trendingpodcast #trending #FUN #week14 #dubbyenergy #FantasyLeague #NFLInsights #PlayoffSuccess #QuarterbackStrategy

Today, the second part of the interview that we did back in late 2019 with Fr. Patrick Summers, the District Superior of Asia. This is a continuation of the interview we re-released last week, so if you haven't heard that yet, just go back one episode in your podcast player or here on YouTube – but today, we'll continue our discussion by diving a bit more into the SSPX apostolate in Japan. But first, last week we talked a lot about challenges. So to kick off this part of the interview, I wanted to ask about some of the good things – the beautiful parts of working in Asia, the edifying things that give Fr. Summers a great joy. See all the episodes: https://sspxpodcast.com/interview We'd love your feedback on this series! podcast@sspx.org – – – – – – View this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ci-Cank-pQ4  – – – – – – – The Society of Saint Pius X offers this series and all of its content free of charge. If you are able to offer a one time or a small monthly recurring donation, it will assist us greatly in continuing to provide these videos for the good of the Church and Catholic Tradition. Please Support this Apostolate with 1-time or Monthly Donation >> – – – – – – – Explore more: Subscribe to this Podcast to receive this and all our audio episodesSubscribe to the SSPX YouTube channel for video versions of our podcast series and SermonsFSSPX News Website: https://fsspx.newsVisit the US District website: https://sspx.org/ – – – – – What is the SSPX Podcast? The SSPX Podcast is produced by Angelus Press, which has as its mission the fortification of traditional Catholics so that they can defend the Faith, and reaching out to those who have not yet found Tradition.  – – – – – – What is the SSPX? The main goal of the Society of Saint Pius X is to preserve the Catholic Faith in its fullness and purity, to teach its truths, and to diffuse its virtues, especially through the Roman Catholic priesthood. Authentic spiritual life, the sacraments, and the traditional liturgy are its primary means of bringing this life of grace to souls. Although the traditional Latin Mass is the most visible and public expression of the work of the Society, we are committed to defending Catholic Tradition in its entirety: all of Catholic doctrine and morals as the Church has always defended them. What people need is the Catholic Faith, without compromise, with all the truth and beauty which accompanies it. https://sspx.org

Finding Joy in the Midst of Struggles: A Journey Through Advent Join us as we discuss the importance of joy during the Advent season, even amidst struggles and uncertainties. This episode includes important announcements for our Journey Christmas party and upcoming services. Explore the biblical context of joy, how it transcends circumstances, and how we can experience it despite challenges. Learn about the significance of hope, the role of joy in overcoming fears, and practical steps to recognize and ask for joy in our lives. Don't miss this uplifting and insightful message, culminating in a celebration of God's presence and love. 00:00 Welcome and Announcements 00:14 Journey Christmas Party Details 01:40 Upcoming Services and Events 02:20 Introduction to Advent Series 02:40 The Human Experience of Hope and Disappointment 03:42 Historical Context of the Christmas Story 06:24 The Shepherds and the Roman Empire 10:10 Understanding Joy in the Midst of Fear 19:50 Joy Rooted in Hope 23:30 Introduction to Paul's Importance 24:26 Paul's Message to the Thessalonians 26:31 Joy in the Midst of Suffering 28:15 The Gift of Joy 30:23 Finding Joy in Everyday Life 34:49 Celebrating Life's Joys 38:15 The Strength of Joy 41:30 Concluding Thoughts on Joy

If gratitude and grief seem to arrive hand in hand this season or hope feels costly, like putting your armor down in the middle of a battle… Nothing is wrong with you. Your brain is doing exactly what it was designed to do. Dr. Alison sits down with researcher, author, trauma educator, and joy scholar Dr. MaryCatherine McDonald to explore the often misunderstood relationship between trauma and joy. Drawing from neuroscience, trauma research, and lived experience, Dr MaryCatherine explains why joy can feel threatening after loss or prolonged stress. Together, they unpack: Why trauma responses are strength responses, not weaknesses The “joy thieves” that quietly steal our capacity for delight Why joy and grief are not opposites, and often show up together How tiny moments can gently retrain your brain for joy What neuroscientists call the hope circuit, and how to activate it

Being that we are on the heels of Christmas (2025), I interviewed Dr. David Borman III, artistic director of the Louisville Chorus. Dr. Borman recounts his childhood and what drew him into music; how music can enhance and deepen one's own life experiences and outcomes; the benefits (mental and physical) of singing in small or large ensembles, regardless of one's musical aptitude; and upcoming concerts being performed by the Louisville Chorus, including two Christmas concerts (12/19/25, 7 pm at Cathedral of the Assumption and 12/21/25, 3 pm at St. Brigid), plus concerts scheduled for the 2026 season.

In this deeply honest episode of Domestic Dad: Cleaning Up The Mess, host Nick Barnett sits down with Shane Fuller—former pastor, husband, and father of four—for a powerful conversation about the complexity of change and what it truly takes for men and fathers to become who they want to be.   Rather than a dramatic downfall or instant breakthrough, Shane's story unfolds through layers: childhood influences, faith formation, identity pressure, emotional suppression, and the quiet realization that doing all the “right” things doesn't always lead to a healthy or fulfilled life. Together, Nick and Shane unpack how discouragement, shame, and unresolved pain often masquerade as anger, addiction, or control—and why most men are trying to fix the wrong problem.   The episode explores how change actually happens: through self-awareness, acceptance, consistency, and small daily decisions—not perfection or willpower. Shane offers compassionate insight into fatherhood, emotional leadership, and how tending to our inner life transforms the way we show up for our spouses and children.   This conversation is for the man who knows something needs to change, feels overwhelmed by where to start, and wants to grow without burning everything down. Shane's story is a reminder that meaningful change is rarely simple—but it is always possible.   Episode Timeline •00:00 Introduction and Greetings •00:54 Childhood Memories and Family Background •02:49 Moving to Cedar Falls •07:19 First Jobs and Early Interests •13:36 Understanding and Managing Emotions •23:04 The Importance of Self-Awareness •30:44 Navigating Faith and Family •34:55 College and Faith Formation •36:08 Theology and Personal Growth •41:39 Struggles with Pastoring •44:22 Rediscovering Compassion •50:07 Embracing Perspective and Change •56:31 Addressing Hurt and Anger •01:02:50 Practical Steps for Positive Change •01:05:39 The Power of Positive Attention •01:16:07 Small Changes, Big Impact •01:17:21 Overcoming Shame and Self-Doubt •01:18:13 Breaking the Cycle of Negative Beliefs •01:19:19 The Power of Consistency in Parenting •01:34:08 The Joys and Challenges of Fatherhood •01:43:44 Advice for Those Feeling Stuck •01:46:23 Final Thoughts and Farewell   ⸻   Key Themes •Why change for men is complex and often misunderstood •Discouragement, shame, and the roots of anger •Faith beyond performance and pressure •Fatherhood, emotional presence, and leadership at home •Small, consistent changes that reshape families   This episode speaks directly to fathers who feel stuck between who they are and who they want to be—and are ready to understand how real change actually works.   Website | YouTube | Facebook | Instagram | Book Appointment | B2B Meeting Website: www.domesticdadproject.com    YouTube: www.youtube.com/@DomesticDadProject   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DOMESTICDADPROJECT   Insta: https://www.instagram.com/the_domestic_dad_project   Shanes Website: https://fullercs.com    

Finding Joy in the Midst of Struggles: A Journey Through Advent Join us as we discuss the importance of joy during the Advent season, even amidst struggles and uncertainties. This episode includes important announcements for our Journey Christmas party and upcoming services. Explore the biblical context of joy, how it transcends circumstances, and how we can experience it despite challenges. Learn about the significance of hope, the role of joy in overcoming fears, and practical steps to recognize and ask for joy in our lives. Don't miss this uplifting and insightful message, culminating in a celebration of God's presence and love. 00:00 Welcome and Announcements 00:14 Journey Christmas Party Details 01:40 Upcoming Services and Events 02:20 Introduction to Advent Series 02:40 The Human Experience of Hope and Disappointment 03:42 Historical Context of the Christmas Story 06:24 The Shepherds and the Roman Empire 10:10 Understanding Joy in the Midst of Fear 19:50 Joy Rooted in Hope 23:30 Introduction to Paul's Importance 24:26 Paul's Message to the Thessalonians 26:31 Joy in the Midst of Suffering 28:15 The Gift of Joy 30:23 Finding Joy in Everyday Life 34:49 Celebrating Life's Joys 38:15 The Strength of Joy 41:30 Concluding Thoughts on Joy

December 14, 2025

What does it look like to be truly satisfied in God's presence? ABOUT THE MESSAGEIn Part 1 of the Joy series, Pastor Mark Stermer reminds us that life is like a buffet—full of options, but needing wisdom to know what to partake in and when to stop. God is not opposed to joy; He invites us to enjoy what is good without excess and without letting temporary pleasures take His place. God gives us good gifts—meaningful work, provision, generosity, the family of God, righteous loves and hates, and ultimately His presence—not to distract us from Him, but to lead us to deeper satisfaction in Him. Come and be reminded that true joy is found at the Lord's table, where we are filled, grateful, and fully satisfied in His presence. ABOUT JESUSIf you want to learn more about who Jesus is and what it means to have a relationship with Him, we would love to help you on that journey: https://www.thechurch.fm/jesus For a deeper dive into The Word of God on a daily basis check out our Free Ancient Paths Daily Devotional: https://www.thechurch.fm/ancient-paths WHO WE AREWe believe that the goal of every Christian is To Be Conformed Into the Image of Jesus Christ, and a relationship with Jesus as well as being involved in a healthy church community are both important to achieving that goal. Find out more about who we are and all that we do at https://www.thechurch.fm/about.We would love to meet you in person! Find our locations and service times here https://www.thechurch.fm/campuses and download our smartphone app here https://pushpay.com/get?handle=saintamantcampus&source=external to access video content, daily devotionals, updates on what is going on at The Church, and so much more.To get connected here at The Church International simply visit us here https://www.thechurch.fm/connect-track and we will walk you through all of the life giving opportunities that we have to connect with you and your family.We want to give a special thanks to everyone who donates to what God is doing through this ministry. If you would like to partner with us through generosity and giving you can do so at https://www.thechurch.fm/give-online. SOCIAL MEDIAThe Church International: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thechurchinter/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechurchinternational/ Website: https://www.TheChurch.FMPastor Mark: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarkAStermer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mark_stermerPastor Cindy: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cindy.stermer.9 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cindy_stermer

Celebrating the 12th anniversary of 2013 with some unforgettable moments! We revisit the year's top karaoke songs—most of which still hold up today—ask the ultimate question: “What's the greatest thing in the world to you right now?” and dive into a surprisingly passionate debate about what makes good lips. A fun throwback packed with nostalgia and laughs!

ITP - 135 This featured Holiday 2025 episode features three of the four cohosts. Kent's been back in the USA. He catches us up on his experiences as a substitute teacher. Greg's new app developed with AI assistance and JP Mint's services are redesigned. She's a busy retiree. Darren is off being a dad, doing dad stuff. We reflect on cultural adjustments, Thanksgiving celebrations, and our plans for future travel (or not), while also sharing insights on the challenges of teaching and the importance of building relationships in the classroom. The conversation highlights our unique experiences as international educators and Kent's ongoing journey of repatriation. Enjoy.Greg's first FREE (not $2.99 any more) app for teachers is: What Student? Name & Face Quiz On the store via iPhonehttps://apps.apple.com/us/app/what-student-name-face-quiz/id6755244840via iPad https://apps.apple.com/us/app/what-student-name-face-quiz/id6755244840On the Web to see from Desktop Devicehttps://apps.apple.com/us/app/what-student-name-face-quiz/id6755244840Chapters(00:00) Welcome Back and Catching Up(02:42) Life Updates and Celebrations(05:47) The Journey of App Creation(08:43) Substitute Teaching Adventures(11:49) Cultural Adjustments and Reflections(19:14) Cultural Disconnects in Travel(21:02) Finding Your Tribe Abroad(23:39) Adjusting to Local Life After Travel(27:29) Thanksgiving Traditions and Experiences(29:18) The Joys of Pet Ownership(31:15) Holiday Plans and Travel Aspirations(34:10) Exploring Indonesia: Diving Adventures(41:30) Underwater Weather and Diving Experiences(42:37) Exploring Indonesian Cuisine(43:53) Podcasting Journey and Listener Engagement(45:45) JP Mint Consulting Services Overview(48:43) Do-It-Yourself vs Full Support Options(52:32) Value of Professional Resume Services(56:38) Reflections and Future PlansThe International Teacher Podcast is a bi-weekly discussion with experts in international education. New Teachers, burned out local teachers, local School Leaders, International school Leadership, current Overseas Teachers, and everyone interested in international schools can benefit from hearing stories and advice about living and teaching overseas.Additional Gems Related to Our Show:Greg's Favorite Video From Living Overseas - ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UQWKBwzF-hw⁠Signup to be our guest  ⁠https://calendly.com/itpexpat/itp-interview?month=2025-01⁠Our Website⁠ -  ⁠https://www.itpexpat.com/⁠Our FaceBook Group - ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/itpexpat⁠⁠JPMint Consulting Website  - ⁠https://www.jpmintconsulting.com/⁠Greg's Personal YouTube Channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLs1B3Wc0wm6DR_99OS5SyzvuzENc-bBdO⁠Books By Gregory Lemoine:⁠International Teacher Guide: Finding the "Right Fit" 2nd Edition (2025)⁠ | by Gregory Lemoine M.Ed.⁠⁠"International Teaching: The Best-kept Secret in Education"⁠⁠ | by Gregory Lemoine M.Ed.Partner Podcasts:Just to Know You:  https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/just-to-know-you/id1655096513Educators Going Global: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/educators-going-global/id1657501409⁠Relative Hashes:#internationalteachersday #internationaleducation #overseaseducation #internationalschools #education #teacherburnout #teachersalarynews #teachersalary #teacherrecruitments #overseaseducatorfairs

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Tis the Season. The conversation in Segment 1 revolves around the 6th Annual Dotson Family Christmas Charity Raffle, its origins, growth, and impact on the community. David is joined by Greg and Carrie Dotson from Versailles, KY to discuss the charitable contributions made through their annual raffle, the details of ticket purchases, and the prizes involved. They also reflect on the personal joy and community spirit fostered by the event. The discussion touches on broader industry insights and the importance of supporting local charities and communities. Segment 2 of this episode has David sharing tales from the road as he embarks on his fall bull sale delivery trips. TakeawaysThe Dotson Family Christmas Charity Raffle started in 2020 to bring cheer during a difficult year.Over five years, the raffle has raised over $183,000 for various charities.The raffle allows winners to choose local charities, focusing on community support.The event has become a beloved tradition in the community, engaging families and children.Tickets for the raffle are affordable at $5 each, encouraging widespread participation.The raffle has evolved into a significant community event, generating excitement and anticipation each year.The Dotson family emphasizes the importance of grassroots organizations in charitable giving.Challenges in the beef business include managing logistics and ensuring quality delivery.The hosts share personal anecdotes about the joy of giving and community involvement.The conversation highlights the need for the agricultural industry to support local ranchers and their sustainability. Sound Bites"We want to help hometown people.""It's a grassroots organization.""We want to create a good product." Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Dotson Family Charity Raffle01:03 The Origin and Growth of the Raffle03:52 Community Impact and Engagement06:49 Details of the Raffle and Prizes09:38 The Process of Ticket Sales and Donations11:20 The Importance of Local Charities14:28 Personal Reflections on the Raffle17:20 The Freezer Beef Business20:12 Challenges in the Beef Industry23:24 Closing Thoughts and Future Plans38:33 Tales from the Road: Bull Delivery Adventures39:03 The Logistics of Bull Delivery40:57 The Challenges of Long-Distance Deliveries41:53 The Joys of the Journey45:17 The Importance of Customer Relationships46:44 The Right Equipment for the Job48:13 Ensuring Cattle Comfort During Transport51:02 Favorite Delivery Destinations54:49 Least Favorite Delivery Locations59:17 Navigating Regulations and Challenges01:01:15 Snacks and Playlists on the Road01:05:04 Industry Insights and Rants01:10:36 The Future of Cattle Breeding Episode Links6th Annual Dotson Family Christmas Charity Raffle - Venmo Greg @Greg-Dotson-9 or visit Woodford Feed Company, Versailles, KY https://www.facebook.com/greg.dotson.902Virginia BCIA Bull Sale https://virginiabcia.com/Creek Insurance https://creekinsure.com/ClayStrong Genetics Enterprises https://www.facebook.com/p/Claystrong-Genetic-Enterprises-61568667508754/Montana Ranch Angus https://www.montanaranchangus.com/  Learn more about our sponsor, Montana Ranch, by visiting MontanaRanchAngus.com.

"Home Exchange in France: Real Experiences & Secrets to Affordable Travel" – Ever wish you could explore France without breaking the bank? In this episode of Join Us in France, host Annie Sargent talks with Mali Arnstad, a home exchange expert with 14 years of experience swapping homes across France and beyond. Together, they reveal how you can travel for free—yes, free—by staying in local homes, borrowing cars, and even pet-sitting. This isn't just theory; it's packed with real stories, practical tips, and a few surprises from Annie's own recent home exchange adventures in Poitiers, Rouen, Paris, and Vichy. Listen to this episode ad-free Mali Arnstad, a mom of three from Norway, shares how her family has swapped homes in Brittany, Paris, Bordeaux, and the sun-soaked Atlantic coast. She breaks down the two main types of exchanges: simultaneous swaps (you stay in their home while they stay in yours) and the guest points system (earn credits by hosting others). Annie adds her fresh perspective after testing it herself—some stays were fantastic, others… well, let's just say she learned the hard way why you should always check the amenities. (Spoiler: One Parisian apartment had a "no washing machine" rule that wasn't in the listing!) You'll discover how to find trustworthy swaps, what to expect when staying in someone else's home, and why this is the ultimate way to experience France like a local. Mali's hosts have sent her to hidden beaches, night picnics by Roman bridges, and flea markets only locals know about.  Want to save thousands on accommodation? Mali explains how to list your home, what to include in your profile, and how to avoid common pitfalls. Annie's tip? Expand your search beyond big cities. Some of the best swaps are in smaller towns or departments like Vienne (for Poitiers) or Allier (for Vichy). And yes, you can even swap cars! Mali's family has driven French cars through Brittany and parked in private driveways in Montpellier. This episode is your guide to traveling France smarter, deeper, and cheaper. Whether you're a solo traveler, a family, or a retiree, home exchange could be your ticket to unforgettable trips. So if you've ever dreamed of sipping wine on a Parisian balcony or biking to Les Dunes du Pilat—without the hotel bill—this is for you. Hit subscribe on your favorite podcast app so you never miss an episode of Join Us in France. Ready to swap? Start listening now.

"Writing for young readers isn't about dumbing it down — it's about tuning in..."In this episode of Tell the Damn Story, Chris and Alex dive into essential writing insights for anyone crafting stories for young readers. From understanding age-appropriate content to shaping characters and plots that truly resonate, they break down practical strategies emerging writers can put to work immediately. Along the way, Alex shares examples drawn from the origins and evolution of Kids Comic Con—showing how storytelling, community, and imagination come together to inspire the next generation.Whether you're developing a children's book, creating all-ages comics, or helping young writers find their voice, this episode delivers clear, actionable tips to strengthen your craft—plus a behind-the-scenes look at how events like Kids Comic Con help nurture young minds through story.Grab our 10 Tips Guide to: The Joys of Writing for a Young Audience Have any questions, comments, or suggestions?Then, please leave them in the Comments Section.Write: TTDSOnAir@gmail.comAnd follow us on ...⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Tell The Damn Story⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.TellTheDamnStory.comwww.Facebook.com/Tell The Damn Story⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube.com/ Tell The Damn Story⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Stories change lives. They always have. At *Tell The Damn Story*, we believe in lifting voices and passing stories on. Your support keeps them alive for future generations. Help us by supporting TTDS → ⁠Buy Me A Coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Join us for a conversation with Spanish double bassist Uxía Martínez Botana, who shares her journey from facing skepticism as a woman in classical music to becoming a celebrated soloist, chamber musician, and educator. Based in Amsterdam, she tours internationally with ensembles like the Budapest Festival Orchestra and Sol Gabetta's baroque ensemble, and is the first female double bass professor at a Spanish conservatory. We dig into topics like life on the road, work-life balance, her journey through the world of professional music, and her recent Mendelssohn X-Files Project. Enjoy, and learn more about Uxía and the great work she's doing through the links below Official Website: uxiamartinezbotana.com Mendelssohn X-Files Album: Fuga Libera Spotify: Uxía Martínez Botana YouTube: Official Channel Instagram: @uxiamartinezbotana Connect with DBHQ Join Our Newsletter Double Bass Resources Double Bass Sheet Music Double Bass Merch Gear used to record this podcast Zoom H6 studio 8-Track 32-Bit Float Handy Recorder Rode Podmic Sony Alpha 7 IV Full-frame Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM Lens Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM Lens   When you buy a product using a link on this page, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. Thank you for supporting DBHQ. Thank you to our sponsors! Upton Bass - From Grammy Award winners and Philharmonic players like Max Zeugner of the New York Philharmonic, each Upton Bass is crafted with precision in Connecticut, USA, and built to last for generations.  Discover your perfect bass with Upton Bass today! theme music by Eric Hochberg

For the Love of Women: Uprooting and healing Misogyny in America … GUEST Dorothy Little Greco ... writer & photographer who lives outside Boston ... The author of "Making Marriage Beautiful," and most recently, “Marriage in the Middle: Embracing Midlife Surprises, Challenges & Joys” … Dorothy & her husband lead marriage workshops/retreats, speak at conferences nationwide. The Night Everything Didn’t Change.... GUEST Chris Martin ... author of “Terms of Service: The Real Cost of Social Media” … and most recently, “The Wolf in Their Pockets: 13 Ways the Social Internet Threatens the People You Lead” … his substack is chrismartinfyi … Chris lives outside Nashville w his family. When Grief like Sea Billows Roll Through Your Holidays… GUEST Daniel Darling … author of several books, including ”The Dignity Revolution,” “The Characters of Christmas: The Unlikely People Caught Up in the Story of Jesus,” and “The Characters of Easter: The Villains, Heroes, Cowards, and Crooks Who Witnessed History's Biggest Miracle (newest book)” GUEST Frederica Mathewes-Green .. she's the author of "The Jesus Prayer: The Ancient Desert Prayer that Tunes the Heart to God," and "Welcome to the Orthodox Church: an Introduction to Eastern Christianity"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Think you've heard it all? Think again. This week, we're opening the vault and dropping never-before-heard moments from some of your favorite Hey Dude guests. From hilarious off-camera confessions to the stories that didn't quite make the final cut, David and Christine are serving up raw, unfiltered 90s nostalgia straight from the archives. Thank you to our partner Quince - Go to Quince.com/HEYDUDE for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns We would love your feedback... If you enjoyed this episode, tell us why! Leave us a review and make sure you subscribe on your favorite podcast platform. Executive Producers are Riley Peleuses + Ian McNeny for YEA Media Group If you are interested in advertising on this podcast or having Christine and David as guests on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast@yeamediagroup.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get More LVWITHLOVE Content at LVwithLOVE.com Become a partner or contact us This week on the Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast, we're talking with Melissa Smith, corporate wellness coach and founder of Balance and Bloom, a health and wellness coaching company helping women, leaders, and organizations reduce stress, prevent burnout, and rebuild their spark. With the holiday season in full swing, Melissa breaks down why this time of year hits women especially hard and what small shifts can actually make a difference. In this episode, Melissa shares: • Why the first three minutes of your day matter and how they set the emotional tone• Why women often feel responsible for “everything” this time of year• The difference between stress and burnout and how you can tell which one you’re in• Micro joys, what they are, and how they instantly shift your mindset Learn more about Melissa Smith and her work at:https://www.balanceandbloom.life/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-smith-3b834610/ https://www.instagram.com/balanceandbloomnow/ Thank you to our Partners! WDIY 88.1 FM Wind Creek Event Center Michael Bernadyn of RE/MAX Real Estate Molly’s Irish Grille & Sports Pub Banko Beverage Company Email your news release to info@lehighvalleywithlovemedia.com Advertisement Advertisement

A table for one can be fun!This holiday season, we're doing things a little differently around here. While everyone else is stressing over 20-pound turkeys and complicated side dishes, we're celebrating the joy of cooking for one.Kerstin Decook is the author of several cookbooks, including Dinner for One: One Pan, One Plate, One Happy Belly. She's here to show us that a solo meal doesn't have to mean microwave mac and cheese. It can be delicious and even empowering.Based in Port St. Lucie, Kerstin shares how to reduce waste when grocery shopping and cooking for one person, and she offers tips for making every solo meal feel extra-special. Because you're worth it.And exclusively for Zest listeners, Kerstin is offering a behind-the-kitchen-door experience. On Jan. 3, 2026, at 11 a.m. EST, join the free, live online event New Year, Fresh Flavors: How to Cook for Yourself with Confidence and Joy. So whether you often eat alone, or you could use some much-needed “me” time, grab a fork just for you, and let's dig in.Kerstin shared her no-recipe recipe for Bangkok in a Pan; it's a Thai-inspired stir-fry dish. Find it on our website, the-zest-podcast-dot-com.That's also where you'll find the link to register for Kerstin's behind-the-kitchen-door experience that she's offering exclusively for Zest listeners. On Jan. 3, 2026, at 11 a.m. EST, join the free, live online event New Year, Fresh Flavors: How to Cook for Yourself with Confidence and Joy. So again, visit the-zest-podcast-dot-com or check out the show notes of this episode.

Notes and Links to Stephanie Elizondo Griest's Work *Content Warning: Please be aware that the book discusses sexual assault   Stephanie Elizondo Griest is a globetrotting author from the Texas/Mexico borderlands. Her six books include Around the Bloc: My Life in Moscow, Beijing, and Havana; Mexican Enough; All the Agents and Saints; and Art Above Everything: One Woman's Global Exploration of the Joys and Torments of a Creative Life. She has also written for the New York Times, Washington Post, VQR, The Believer, BBC, Orion, Lit Hub, and Oxford American. Her work has been supported by the Lannan Foundation, Henry Luce Foundation, Princeton University, and the Institute for Arts and Humanities, and she has won a Margolis Award, an International Latino Book Award, a PEN Southwest Book Award, and two Lowell Thomas Travel Journalism prizes. Currently Professor of Creative Nonfiction at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, Elizondo Griest has performed in capacities ranging from a Moth storyteller to a literary ambassador for the U.S. State Department. Wanderlust has led her to 50 countries and 49 states. Her hardest journey was to Planet Cancer in 2017, but she's officially in remission now. She recently endowed Testimonios Fronterizos, a research grant for student journalists from the borderlands enrolled at her alma mater, the University of Texas at Austin's School of Journalism. Buy Art Above Everything   Stephanie's Website   Review of Art Above Everything in Southern Review At about 3:40 Stephanie expands on her creative background and family connections to music and language  At about 10:15, Stephanie talks about formative and transformative texts, including work by and her relationship with her “spiritual madrina,” Sandra Cisneros At about 11:30, Stephanie discusses similarities and differences in some Mexican Spanish and Tejano Spanish At about 13:30, Stephanie provides seeds for her book At about 16:50, The two discuss a dearth of publicity and respect for female travel writers, and generally females writing about art At about 18:15, Stephanie talks about the formative artist residency in 2014 in India, at Nrityagram  At about 20:30, Stephanie responds to Pete's question about Sheryl Oring's inspiration for Stephanie's creative life  At about 24:45, the two discuss “Art as Reconciliation” and Stephanie's experiences in Rwanda with therapeutic theater and hard and painful and moving conversations and reconciliations  At about 29:05, Pete and Stephanie discuss post-dictatorship and art done in response to the House of the People in Romania At about 34:20, Stephanie and Pete discuss similarities between female artists around the world, as seen in Stephanie's research and travels, regardless of economic status and country of origin; Stephanie cites “callings” at young ages At about 38:30, Wendy Whelan and her absolute “devotion” to art is discussed, as well as the ways in which domineering males have often abused and defamed artistic women At about 44:00, Bjork and Iceland's masterful director Vilborg Davíðsdóttir and “Art as Revenge” are discussed  At about 48:55, Stephanie talks about the process of writing so personally At about 50:45, “Art as Medicine” and Stephanie's journey with cancer and ideas of humor and sustenance are discussed, along with Stephanie being “revived” by sharing stories on a mini book tour At about 54:20, Havana Habibi and its resonance are discussed  At about 56:40, Sandra Cisneros as a “spiritual madrina” to Stephanie and so many others is discussed  At about 1:00:40, Stephanie expands on the “force” that is Mama Mihirangi and her connection to Maori and female liberation  At about 1:04:10, Ayana Evans and her performance and her subverting expectations of Black women are discussed, including the Loophole of Retreat At about 1:09:00, The two discuss “Art as Immoratality” and ideas of legacy and passing on creativity and art as so meaningful  At about 1:11:20, Stephanie reflects on the book's 10 year span and its meanings       You can now subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, and leave me a five-star review. You can also ask for the podcast by name using Alexa, and find the pod on Stitcher, Spotify, and on Amazon Music. Follow Pete on IG, where he is @chillsatwillpodcast, or on Twitter, where he is @chillsatwillpo1. You can watch other episodes on YouTube-watch and subscribe to The Chills at Will Podcast Channel. Please subscribe to both the YouTube Channel and the podcast while you're checking out this episode.       Pete is very excited to have one or two podcast episodes per month featured on the website of Chicago Review of Books. The audio will be posted, along with a written interview culled from the audio. His conversation with Hannah Pittard, a recent guest, is up at Chicago Review.     Sign up now for The Chills at Will Podcast Patreon: it can be found at patreon.com/chillsatwillpodcastpeterriehl      Check out the page that describes the benefits of a Patreon membership, including cool swag and bonus episodes. Thanks in advance for supporting Pete's one-man show, DIY podcast and extensive reading, research, editing, and promoting to keep this independent podcast pumping out high-quality content! This month's Patreon bonus episode features an exploration of flawed characters, protagonists who are too real in their actions, and horror and noir as being where so much good and realistic writing takes place. Pete has added a $1 a month tier for “Well-Wishers” and Cheerleaders of the Show.     This is a passion project, a DIY operation, and Pete would love for your help in promoting what he's convinced is a unique and spirited look at an often-ignored art form.    The intro song for The Chills at Will Podcast is “Wind Down” (Instrumental Version), and the other song played on this episode was “Hoops” (Instrumental)” by Matt Weidauer, and both songs are used through ArchesAudio.com.     Please tune in for Episode 311 with Kurt Baumeister, whose writing has appeared in Salon, Electric Literature, The Brooklyn Rail, The Rumpus, and other outlets. An acquisitions editor with 7.13 Books, Baumeister is a member of The National Book Critics Circle and The Authors Guild, and 2025's Twilight of the Gods is his second novel.    Please go to ceasefiretoday.org, and/or https://act.uscpr.org/a/letaidin to call your congresspeople and demand an end to the forced famine and destruction of Gaza and the Gazan people.

Our teacher today is Julian Flannery, co-founder and CEO of Summus, a company democratizing access to the world's leading doctors to drive better health outcomes and cost savings for employers and health plans. As we explore the future of human health, we turn to specialty care, where U.S. healthcare's spiraling costs, inadequate speed, and care disparities are most acute. Yet our system's greatest strength remains the expertise of our leading doctors—a national treasure that Summus was designed to connect with patients through an ecosystem of over 5,000 of the world's best physicians.  This special session explores Julian's fascinating journey from the White House and Morgan Stanley to pioneering the expert economy at GLG, and ultimately building what we can only describe as a miracle factory that's having an extraordinary impact on humanity. Please enjoy class with Julian Flannery For the full show notes, transcript, and links to mentioned content, check out the episode page⁠ here.⁠ —-- This episode is brought to you by⁠ ⁠Portrait Analytics⁠⁠ - your centralized resource for AI-powered idea generation, thesis monitoring, and personalized report building. Built by buy-side investors, for investment professionals. We work in the background, helping surface stock ideas and thesis signposts to help you monetize every insight. In short, we help you understand the story behind the stock chart, and get to "go, or no-go" 10x faster than before. Sign-up for a free trial today at⁠ ⁠portraitresearch.com⁠⁠ —-- Joys of Compounding is a property of Pine Grove Studios in collaboration with Colossus, LLC. For more episodes of Joys of Compounding, visit⁠ joincolossus.com/episodes⁠.  Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (⁠https://thepodcastconsultant.com⁠). Follow us on Twitter: ⁠@Buhrman_Rick⁠  | ⁠@PaulBuser⁠ | ⁠@JoinColossus⁠ Show Notes (00:00:00) Welcome to Joys of Compounding (00:02:09) Julian's Personal Healthcare Journey (00:02:41) Julian's Career and Leadership Insights (00:06:14) Julian's Early Life and Influences (00:13:18) Julian's College Years and Challenges (00:15:27) From the White House to Business School (00:22:03) Navigating the Business World (00:35:46) Building Summus: The Vision and Impact (00:42:51) Understanding the Healthcare System (00:49:42) Navigating Complex Healthcare Costs (00:50:44) Finding the Right Specialist (00:51:45) Building an Expert Marketplace (00:52:37) Challenges of Starting a Healthcare Startup (00:54:06) Trust and Expertise in Healthcare (00:56:02) How Summus Bridges Healthcare Gaps (00:58:32) The Role of Technology and Service (00:59:25) Creating a Doctor-First Culture (01:00:33) Summus' Impact on Employers and Employees (01:24:44) The Future of Healthcare and AI (01:29:04) Leadership and Building a Great Team (01:33:02) Personal Reflections and Gratitude

If you can tempt yourself out from under the duvet, there's something surprisingly magical about winter morning runs. In this mini episode of RunPod 'The Extra Mile', Jenni shares the unexpected joys, hidden boosts, and quiet beauty of heading out early when the world is cold, calm, and still. Lace up and discover why braving the chill might just become your new favourite habit.Main episodes of RunPod with guests are available every Friday

Feeling overwhelmed by the holiday rush? In this episode I'm sharing how I've found that small joys, like a quick YouTube break or a swipe of bright lipstick, can significantly boost happiness and ease perfectionistic pressures. These tiny habits help inject self-compassion into my day, allowing me to fully enjoy the present. For me, pairing mundane tasks with mood-boosting moments has made a huge difference and I hope these ideas help you bring genuine joy to your holiday season! Celebrate 9 years of About Progress by submitting to our annual Favorite Things Giveaway! Simply leave a rating/review on Apple Podcasts. Favorite things + details on who won HERE. Old episodes to support: https://www.aboutprogress.com/blog/have-you-ever-thought-to-romanticize-your-life-growth-spurt  Sign up as a Supporter to get access to our private, premium, ad-free podcast, More Personal. Episodes air each Friday! More for Moms Conference use code “LISTENER” for $20 off Leave a rating and review Check out my ⁠workshops⁠! Follow About Progress on YOUTUBE! Book Launch Committee Free DSL Training Full Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Notes and Links to Kaila Yu's Work       Kaila Yu is a singer, songwriter, former model, and freelance journalist for Rolling Stone, CNN, Glamour, and more.    She was formerly the lead singer for the all-Asian-American, female rock band Nylon Pink. Yu is also one of the founders of the jewelry/fashion line "Hello Drama" which is affiliated with the Nylon Pink band and style. Buy Fetishized: A Reckoning With Yellow Fever, Feminism, and Beauty   Kaila's Instagram   Review of Fetishized for The New York Times   At about 1:10, Kaila responds to Pete's questions about feedback she has gotten on the book, and how she sees the book now, post-publication  At about 3:15, Pete asks Kaila to share background information on her reading and language life At about 4:45, Kaila talks about how writing as a profession developed and shouts out Minor Feelings by Cathy Park Hong and Melissa Febos and Roxane Gay's greatness At about 7:05, Kaila talks about the catalysts for her writing her book, largely around the beginning of the Covid pandemic At about 10:20, Kaila talks about distinctions, or lack thereof, between “fetish” and preference  At about 11:45, Kaila and Pete discuss the book's opening and hurtful and harmful comments towards Kaila, some in recent years  At about 13:20, Kaila reflects on “mainstreamed objectification” and an observation from the book that “objectification was better than invisibility” At about 16:35, the two discuss halting attempts at Asian representation in the 90s and early 2000s At about 18:10, Kaila discusses the evolution of Asian and Asian-American stars and their ability to “make their own lane” At about 19:05, Kaila talks about ideas of personal “diminish[ment]” growing up in comparison to media portrayals  At about 20:30, Kaila responds to Pete's questions about the effects of Memoirs of a Geisha and perpetuation of harmful tropes At about 22:30, more examples of problematic representation of Asian women in pop culture and in Kaila's schooling are discussed At about 23:00, Kaila talks about the evolution of “ABGs” At about 25:30, Kaila talks about the “groundbreaking” Joy Luck Club and also ways that it could have been better in minimizing stereotypes At about 26:30, Kaila gives background on the start of her pinup model, as well as how rife the industry is with sexualization and sexual crimes At about 27:45, Kaila gives background on a contemporary San Diego “modeling gig” agency that led to sexual crimes, showing how her experience was sadly not unique  At about 30:05, Kaila responds to Pete's question about online and in-person hateful and misogynistic comments and how she and bandmates  At about 31:50, Kaila talks about she didn't connect at the time, but does now, about how she dealt with traumas  At about 33:00, Shoutout to Allen Carr and his anti-smoking books At about 33:45, Pete asks Kaila about the pitfalls of fame, and her ceaseless battle to remove a defamatory video At about 35:35, Kaila talks about ideas of a "separation" and the impetus for her name change At about 36:40, The two discuss ideas of interchangeability and the history of blepharoplasty At about 38:50, Afong Moy and other exoticism and inhumane conditions for Asian women are discussed, and how this led to a sexualization of these women  At about 41:15, Kaila and Pete discuss some acting and entertainment highlights and struggles; included is some reminiscing about MySpace! At about 43:50, Kaila responds to Pete's questions about the end of her music career and performing in multiple ways At about 45:15, Kaila talks about recent iterations of KPop and patriarchal and feminism in more current music  At about 46:55, Kaila reflects on positive feedback and the legacy involving Nylon Pink At about 47:10, Kaila talks Guns n Roses and “classic” songs and concerts At about 49:15, Kaila forecasts what she will be writing about in the future       You can now subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, and leave me a five-star review. You can also ask for the podcast by name using Alexa, and find the pod on Stitcher, Spotify, and on Amazon Music. Follow Pete on IG, where he is @chillsatwillpodcast, or on Twitter, where he is @chillsatwillpo1. You can watch other episodes on YouTube-watch and subscribe to The Chills at Will Podcast Channel. Please subscribe to both the YouTube Channel and the podcast while you're checking out this episode.       Pete is very excited to have one or two podcast episodes per month featured on the website of Chicago Review of Books. The audio will be posted, along with a written interview culled from the audio. His conversation with Hannah Pittard, a recent guest, is up at Chicago Review.     Sign up now for The Chills at Will Podcast Patreon: it can be found at patreon.com/chillsatwillpodcastpeterriehl      Check out the page that describes the benefits of a Patreon membership, including cool swag and bonus episodes. Thanks in advance for supporting Pete's one-man show, DIY podcast and extensive reading, research, editing, and promoting to keep this independent podcast pumping out high-quality content! This month's Patreon bonus episode features an exploration of flawed characters, protagonists who are too real in their actions, and horror and noir as being where so much good and realistic writing takes place. Pete has added a $1 a month tier for “Well-Wishers” and Cheerleaders of the Show.     This is a passion project, a DIY operation, and Pete would love for your help in promoting what he's convinced is a unique and spirited look at an often-ignored art form.    The intro song for The Chills at Will Podcast is “Wind Down” (Instrumental Version), and the other song played on this episode was “Hoops” (Instrumental)” by Matt Weidauer, and both songs are used through ArchesAudio.com.     Please tune in for Episode 310 with Stephanie Elizondo Griest, a globetrotting author from the Texas/Mexico borderlands. Her six books include Around the Bloc: My Life in Moscow, Beijing, and Havana; Mexican Enough; All the Agents and Saints; and Art Above Everything: One Woman's Global Exploration of the Joys and Torments of a Creative Life. The latter will be the main conversation piece. This episode airs on November 20. Please go to ceasefiretoday.org, and/or https://act.uscpr.org/a/letaidin to call your congresspeople and demand an end to the forced famine and destruction of Gaza and the Gazan people.  

In this week's conversation, we're talking about the simple joys of everyday life and the beauty of true discipleship. When someone comes to know the Lord, what happens next? Who is coming alongside them as they begin to grow? And are we growing in God's Word so we can pour into the people around us? We also chat about accountability: what it is, what it isn't, and why real accountability isn't about policing behavior but holding someone's heart with care and honesty.  Plus, we share our November memory verse: Philippians 4:8. We'd love to hear your thoughts on discipleship, accountability, and how you're living out your faith in everyday life. We hope that with each and every episode, you will find us talking about Jesus in our everyday lives while also learning, being challenged, and growing together while loving and laughing about what makes up our everyday lives.  We are so thankful Jesus is right there with us in the middle of it all.  Each episode is recorded on the campus of Union University! If you have a student looking at colleges, schedule a visit and let us know you are coming.  Follow us on all the socials: Facebook IG TikTok

Foster care and adoption can be wonderfully redemptive for needy children, but parents also need to be aware of the loss and trauma these kids have experienced. Of course, not everyone is called to be foster or adoptive parent, but anyone can come alongside these families to encourage and support them. Ryan and Kayla North describe the joys and challenges of foster parenting and adoption. A suitcase bundle is a constant and caring reminder for children in foster care they are very loved and a valuable child of God. Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

How do we go deep in community? John Mark explores the practice of sharing our joys and sorrows in community—following Jesus' example of both celebrating around the table and bearing his deepest pain with trusted friends. Key Scripture Passages: Mark 14v22-24, 32-34; Genesis 2v18; Galatians 6v2; Hebrews 10v24-25; John 15v11; Isaiah 53v3This podcast and its episodes are paid for by The Circle, our community of monthly givers. Special thanks for this episode goes to: Trent from Madera, California; Simone from Arcadia, Oklahoma; Allison from Lynchburg, Virginia; Megan from South Jordan, Utah; and Breanna from Henderson, Nevada. Thank you all so much!If you'd like to pay it forward and contribute toward future resources, you can learn more at practicingtheway.org/give.

We talk about why working in an office can be a source of happiness—and why making a very successful recommendation is so satisfying. Plus we talk about why a quest is more fun than a jaunt. Resources & links related to this episode: Dog cave bed Visit happiercast.com/finishstrong to find your Tendency and get the tools you need to finish the year strong Scamanda podcast Manual massage cane Sign up for my "Five Things Making Me Happy" newsletter Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collection, and the Happier app. Find the transcript for this episode on the episode details page in the Apple Podcasts app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.