Podcasts about Labor Day

Every summer, I find myself hoping this will be the season I feel more rested, more connected, and more present. But too often, Labor Day arrives, and I wonder where the time went. In this episode, I'm sharing five practical ways to make this summer one you'll truly enjoy, not because it's packed with activities, but because it's filled with what matters most. We'll talk about caring for your body, feeding your mind, strengthening your soul, investing in relationships, and learning to rest. My hope is that you'll finish this episode with a simple plan to create a summer that's meaningful, refreshing, and deeply life-giving. And remember, I'd love to connect more on Instagram, where you'll find me at @donnaajones. And don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss a single episode! Xo, Donna Key Takeaways: 0:00:02 - Redefining Your Best Summer Yet 0:01:40 - Caring for Your Body Without Obsessing Over Looks 0:06:40 - Feeding Your Mind with Books and New Hobbies 0:10:55 - Deepening Your Relationship with God This Summer 0:14:45 - Strengthening Family Bonds and Practicing Real Rest What We Talk About Why the best summer isn't necessarily the busiest summer Caring for your body without focusing on appearance The benefits of spending time outdoors Simple ways to grow mentally and emotionally Creating space for spiritual growth during summer Building stronger family relationships Speaking life into your children and loved ones Having deeper, more meaningful conversations Learning the biblical value of rest Five reflection questions to help shape your summer intentionally The Five Areas for Your Best Summer Yet 1. Care for Your Body Take daily walks Spend more time outside Drink more water Prioritize sleep Choose activities that bring joy 2. Feed Your Mind Read a meaningful book Explore a new hobby Learn a new skill Study something that interests you 3. Strengthen Your Soul Spend intentional time with God Read Scripture regularly Take prayer walks Practice gratitude Create moments of quiet listening 4. Invest in Relationships Spend intentional time with family and friends Have deeper conversations Speak life into those you love Create meaningful memories 5. Learn the Art of Rest Take breaks without guilt Create healthy rhythms Allow yourself to slow down Trust God with what remains undone Five Reflection Questions for Summer How do I want to feel when summer ends? What memories do I want to create? What habits do I want to build? What relationships do I want to strengthen? How do I want to grow closer to God? Donna’s Resources: Order a copy of my latest book - Healthy Conflict, Peaceful Life: A Biblical Guide to Communicating Thoughts, Feelings, and Opinions with Grace, Truth, and Zero Regret. It is available anywhere books are sold– here is the link on Amazon. If you need a helpful resource for someone exploring faith and Christianity or simply want to strengthen your own knowledge, you’ll want a copy of my book, Seek: A Woman’s Guide to Meeting God. It’s a must for seekers, new believers, and those who want to deepen their faith. Let’s Connect: Instagram: @donnaajones Website: www.donnajones.org Donna’s speaking schedule: https://donnajones.org/events/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

With less than a month left in his Hall of Fame career, Nestor visited his favorite baseball player one last time at The Murph for a lengthy chat on Labor Day weekend 2001. Tony Gwynn touched on the legend of Ted Williams, his San Diego State basketball career, the physical toll of his final season, and the emotional challenge of saying goodbye to the game and his fans. A deep dive sit down with a baseball legend. The post Tony Gwynn tells Nestor about a life in baseball chasing a World Series ring back in 2001 as he faced retirement first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.

Our final show before our Summer Hiatus is Cagney and Lacey! Two women New York police detectives holding their own in what many would say is a man's world. The show was ahead of its time in several ways and showed what can be done when we break glass ceilings for characters typically relegated to the sidelines. We are taking our Summer break to give our hosts some much needed relaxation time with plans to come back just after Labor Day in September. We can't wait to get back with you, but if you're looking for something to listen to in the meantime, be sure to checkout:24FPS Presents ... (Stephen and Travis)Wait, You Haven't Seen!? (Travis)Achewillow (Amy)The Studio Window (Audie)We'll see you soon!Send us feedback to @thosedaysshow.bsky.social or thosewerethedaysshow@gmail.comFollow on BlueSkySend us a Voicemail!LIVE Mondays at 9pm ET Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Most women don't plan to stay stuck. They don't wake up and decide: "Let's spend another season avoiding what's really bothering me." But that's often what happens. Life gets busy. Schedules fill up. The days start running together. The drinking continues. The distractions multiply. And before you know it, summer is over. Then September arrives with a familiar feeling: Regret. Regret that nothing really changed. Regret that you spent another season putting yourself last. Regret that the goals, healing, and growth you wanted somehow got pushed aside again. Here's the question I've been thinking about: What will this summer cost you if nothing changes? What will it cost your peace? Your health? Your relationships? Your confidence? Your purpose? Imagine instead arriving at the end of summer feeling stronger, clearer, more grounded, and proud of the commitments you kept to yourself. That's why I've opened a few spots for summer coaching. Whether you're a former client interested in the Summer Growth Pass or you're new and curious about getting support , I'd love to help you create a different ending to this summer. Email me at michelle@setfreesisterhood.com Here are those journal questions I promised:  If nothing changes between now and Labor Day, how will I feel about myself? What promises have I been making to myself that I continue to break? What is it costing me emotionally to keep repeating the same patterns? How is overdrinking affecting my confidence and trust in myself? How is it impacting my relationship with God? What opportunities, experiences, or growth am I missing because I keep postponing change? If I continue exactly as I am for the next 90 days, what will likely be different? What will likely stay the same? What would I be most proud of if I looked back on this summer in September? What support do I need that I'm currently not giving myself? What's one decision I know I need to make today? Bonus Question: If I knew freedom, growth, and healing were possible, what would I do next?  

Send us Fan MailLas Vegas gets a massive 10-year extension that cements Formula 1's future on the Strip. There's a great summer discount package at The Mob Museum and the Strip has a brand-new In-N-Out Burger. Plus, Dayna gives us the delicious rundown on her recent night out at BOA Steakhouse, and we look ahead to a historic downtown sendoff for a legendary 1980s casino favorite.The Strip's Newest Burger Joint: In-N-Out Burger is making a massive move to the Strip at BLVD Las Vegas. We've got the details on the indoor/outdoor setup and what this means for hungry travelers.Formula 1 Locks in Until 2037: Big news for racing fans! Formula 1 has signed a massive 10-year extension to keep tearing up the Las Vegas Strip for over a decade. We talk about the multi-billion dollar economic impact and what it means for the city's future.The End of an Era for Sigma Derby: The world's very last remaining operational Sigma Derby machine is moving out of The D. But don't worry, it's not going far! We cover the upcoming Fremont Street farewell processional hosted by Derek Stevens as this beloved 1980s mechanical horse racing game heads to its historic new home at the Golden Gate.Summer Savings & Matinee Magic: Looking for a deal? We break down The Mob Museum's incredible "Big Boss Package" running through August, plus new daytime show slots you need to know about, including Awakening matinees and afternoon sets from the Jabbawockeez.Fremont Street Red, White, and Blue: From a massive Team USA Pep Rally and Watch Party at Stadium Swim to a spectacular citywide America 250 fireworks show on June 20th, downtown has a lot of fun stuff happening.Sports Royalty at Fontainebleau: With the Vegas Golden Knights back in the Stanley Cup Finals, the timing is perfect. Fontainebleau's Hall of Excellence has just added major new artifacts, including championship gear from the Aces, Jack Eichel, Shohei Ohtani, and Rafael Nadal. Plus, we share how locals can score free parking there through Labor Day!Celebrity Sightings: From the Aces courtside to a Backstreet Boy cranking the siren at the fortress, the star power in Vegas is unmatched right now.Links & Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Check out our YouTube Channel for the full visuals on the Awakening package and more!Book the Mob Museum package on its website.Book Awakening at Wynn Las Vegas.Enjoying the show? Please leave us a 5-star review and subscribe so you never miss a Vegas update!VegasNearMe App If it's fun to do or see, it's on VegasNearMe. The only app you'll need to navigate Las Vegas. It's FREE!Support the showFollow us on Instagram: @vegas.revealedFollow us on Twitter: @vegasrevealedFollow us on TikTok: @vegas.revealedWebsite: Vegas-Revealed.com

Summer is where routines go to die. Later nights. More travel. More “we'll get back on track Monday.” And then it's Labor Day… and you feel worse than you did in June. In this episode, I'm giving you a Summer Fundamentals Reset—a simple, no-drama way to stop drifting and get back to basics without turning your life into a giant self-improvement project. Because the truth is: when life gets loud (and summer gets loose), even high performers start handing themselves permission slips: Skip the workout. Stay up late. Drink more. Eat like a teenager. “I'll lock in later.” And later becomes never. So here's what we're doing instead: fundamentals. You'll learn: Why successful people quietly abandon the basics (and how it happens without you noticing) The one trap that's costing you momentum: comfort disguised as “skipping” Why your brain starts “shopping for novelty” when momentum stalls A simple framework you can steal today: The Summer Fundamentals Reset — Call It. Pick It. Protect It. A Summer Reset challenge to start in the next 24 hours (choose it → prove it → lock it in) This isn't about being perfect. It's about feeling clear, energized, and present again—so you can actually enjoy your summer. Don't use summer as an excuse. Use summer as your reset. Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Grab your FREE, custom-designed PDFs (inspired by Start With Why by Simon Sinek) at idareyoupod.com: 5 “Why discovery” questions Daring Purpose Tool (Belief → Action → Results → One sentence) Start With Why Visual Synopsis (WHY / HOW / WHAT + trust + consistency) Connect with Darrin Johnson: www.idareyoupod.com Instagram: @idareyoupod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@IDareYouPod TikTok: @idareyoupod

Marilyn is an attorney, CPA, and president of the Bill and Helen Crowder Foundation, the private foundation whose generosity helped build The Rose's podcast studio. She has been a Rose patient since the late 1970s, when she came in for her very first mammogram after moving to Houston. Decades later, she found herself in a very different role, as a Stage III HER2 positive breast cancer patient. Her advice is simple and direct: check yourself between mammograms, get second opinions, take care of yourself first, and know that The Rose and organizations like it exist so that every woman, insured or not, has a path to care. Support The Rose HERE. Subscribe to Let’s Talk About Your Breasts on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart, and wherever you get your podcasts. Key Questions Answered 1. How can a woman with a clean mammogram and ultrasound develop stage three breast cancer within eight months? 2. What does HER2 positive breast cancer mean and how does it affect treatment options? 3. What does a full 18-month breast cancer treatment plan look like, from the Red Devil through post-op chemo? 4. What are the visible side effects of aggressive chemo, including hair, nail, and eyebrow loss, and how do women manage them while working? 5. How did Marilyn continue working through 18 months of treatment and what did that decision do for her mentally? 6. What is the cold cap and why do some patients choose not to use it? 7. What are the stakes of declining post-op treatment, and how should a woman weigh a 45 percent recurrence risk? 8. How does a very private, high-achieving career woman learn to accept help, say no, and make herself the priority? 9. What role does the Bill and Helen Crowder Foundation play in supporting The Rose's mission, including the podcast studio? 10. How does self-exam between annual mammograms save lives, and why does Marilyn emphasize it so strongly? 11. What practical advice does Marilyn offer to women facing a breast cancer diagnosis for the first time? Timestamped Overview 00:00 Dorothy introduces Marilyn Sims: attorney, CPA, president of the Bill and Helen Crowder Foundation, and the donor behind the podcast studio. She previews Marilyn's stage three HER2 positive diagnosis, 18 months of treatment, and her evolution from private person to open advocate. 00:52 Dorothy describes Marilyn's treatment arc and the shift in her willingness to talk publicly. Episode CTA delivered. 01:49 Dorothy welcomes Marilyn on air and thanks the Crowder Foundation for the studio gift. 02:22 Marilyn gives the history of the Bill and Helen Crowder Foundation: established in 1998 under Bill's will, started with $3.5 million, has given away $6 million over 28 years, and still has millions remaining. 03:36 Marilyn explains Bill's passion for children's charities throughout his life, how the foundation was structured to give in perpetuity, and why Helen carried on that mission after his passing. 04:46 Marilyn explains why The Rose, while not a children's charity, fit the foundation's values. Children are affected by breast cancer, and the studio would carry Bill and Helen's legacy forward. 05:36 Dorothy reflects on the studio's impact, including young mothers sharing stories that reach other young women who don't know they could be at risk. 06:25 Marilyn shares that she first came to The Rose for her very first mammogram after moving to Houston in the late 1970s. 06:55 Dorothy asks about Marilyn's background. Marilyn traces her path from a small town to Pasadena, through night school, a business associate's degree at San Jacinto College, an accounting degree at UH Clear Lake, and ultimately to the University of Houston Law Center. 08:30 Marilyn explains how she chose estate planning over bankruptcy and litigation, combining her CPA credentials with her law degree at Ernst and Young before joining her current firm in 1993. 10:43 Dorothy moves to Marilyn's breast cancer story. Marilyn says she was shocked. She ate right, exercised, had no family history, and never anticipated a diagnosis. 11:24 Marilyn describes her screening history: annual mammograms, ultrasounds in recent years, and a clean scan in October 2023. 11:47 In August 2024, she felt a lump just before Labor Day. She made an appointment immediately. On September 13, 2024, she received her confirmed diagnosis. 12:47 Dorothy notes the cancer was particularly aggressive. Marilyn explains: HER2 positive, stage three, with lymph node involvement under the arm and in the neck, within eight months of her last clean scan. 13:30 Marilyn describes her treatment sequence: eight aggressive Red Devil chemo infusions every two weeks starting October 2nd, then mastectomy with same-day reconstruction on the right side, then 30 rounds of daily radiation. 14:58 Marilyn describes the post-op decision point. Scans came back clear, but declining the 14 lower-grade post-op chemo treatments carried a 45 percent recurrence risk. She chose to continue. She finished February 15th of this year. 15:50 Dorothy congratulates her. Marilyn reflects on the predictable rhythm of the later treatments: okay on day one, fine on day two, flu-like on day three, and cumulative fatigue over time. 16:56 Marilyn describes how she emailed her fellow shareholders the day she was diagnosed, asked to keep her routine, and worked through the full 18 months. Her colleagues' support gave her stamina and purpose. 18:00 Dorothy asks how many organizations Marilyn stays active in. Marilyn says staying busy and giving back, particularly to young women and girls, kept her mind off how serious things were. 18:55 Marilyn shares that she has no biological children but has long mentored young women. Her motivation for philanthropy is giving others the opportunity and role models she had access to. 19:35 Dorothy asks about Marilyn's support system. Marilyn credits her husband, who attended every single treatment, sometimes napping in the chair beside her, and her fully supportive office colleagues. 20:37 Marilyn describes the physical side effects of the Red Devil: hair loss, eyebrow and eyelash loss, fingernail and toenail loss, and varying neuropathy. She notes no two patients react the same way. 21:43 Marilyn explains the cold cap option, its time commitment of five to seven hours per treatment session, and the lack of guarantees. She chose wigs instead. 22:29 Dorothy notes that Marilyn's wig was convincing throughout treatment. Marilyn explains she had a custom wig made to match her hair before it fell out, then transitioned out of the wig after 18 months. Her hair grew back curly for the first time in her life. 23:41 Marilyn acknowledges the ongoing anxiety about recurrence and scans. She manages it with a deliberately positive mindset and a carry bag someone gave her early in treatment that reads "You Got This." 24:23 Marilyn describes how talking with other patients, even those with different symptoms and reactions, helped relieve anxiety and provided perspective. 24:59 Dorothy notes that Marilyn was once extremely private. Marilyn reflects on how treatment gradually opened her up, partly because of the sheer volume of medical appointments and people involved in her care. 26:41 Dorothy recalls watching the shift happen in real time. Marilyn explains the difference between being at the beginning of the tunnel versus the end, and how the inability to plan ahead was one of the hardest parts of treatment. 28:08 Dorothy observes that treatment forced Marilyn to stop being Superwoman. Marilyn agrees and names the lesson directly: career women push themselves to be everything to everyone, but you have to make yourself the priority first. 29:34 Dorothy asks if Marilyn sees herself as stronger now. Marilyn says not stronger exactly, but with a clearer sense of priorities, especially the importance of time and quality over constant activity. 30:09 Marilyn delivers her most direct advice: check yourself between mammograms. A year is a long time, and her cancer went from undetectable to stage three in eight months. 30:55 Marilyn advises listeners to explore all treatment options, get second opinions, and be clear with their care team about whether the goal is cure or minimal intervention. 32:20 Marilyn reflects on her insurance advantage and acknowledges how many women raising families and working jobs do not have the same options. She names The Rose's mobile units and reach across Texas as a critical resource. 33:04 Dorothy thanks Marilyn for the foundation's support and for coming on the show. Marilyn expresses genuine relief at being finished with treatment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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This is Christian Meditation for A Bigger Life – a time for you to relax your body and refocus your mind to experience the reality of God's presence. I'm Dave Cover. I want to help you with Christian meditation where you can break through all the distractions and experience God's presence through biblically guided imagination.  Notice: During the summer months, from Memorial Day to Labor Day, a new episode of this podcast will appear once a week each Tuesday morning. 2 Corinthians 1:21-22 NIV “Now it is God who makes both us and you stand firm in Christ. He anointed us, set his seal of ownership on us, and put his Spirit in our hearts as a deposit, guaranteeing what is to come.” Philippians 2:13 CSB “For it is God who is working in you both to will and to work according to his good purpose.” Ephesians 1:13-14 NIV “And you also were included in Christ when you heard the message of truth, the gospel of your salvation. When you believed, you were marked in him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit, who is a deposit guaranteeing our inheritance until the redemption of those who are God's possession—to the praise of his glory.” Who can you share this podcast with? If you found this episode helpful, consider sharing it on social media or texting it to a friend you think might benefit from it. Follow Dave Cover on X (Twitter) @davecover Follow A Bigger Life on X @ABiggerLifePod Our audio engineer is Matthew Matlack. This podcast is a ministry of The Crossing, a church in Columbia, Missouri, a college town where the flagship campus of the University of Missouri is located.

Send us Fan MailThe Florida Keys Overseas Highway is a living corridor of reefs, bridges, history, and local tradition. We sit down with journalist and photographer Andy Newman, who spent 44 years with the Florida Keys Tourism Council, to build a true start-to-finish Florida Keys road trip.We talk logistics: how long the drive takes, why the mile markers function like addresses, and when you can get away without hotel reservations. From there, we trace the story behind the islands themselves: Henry Flagler's Overseas Railroad, the 1935 Labor Day hurricane, and how the modern highway opened the Keys to a different kind of traveler.Then we start the itinerary. Key Largo brings John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park and the Christ of the Deep, plus smart reminders about the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary and boating responsibly around shallow, sensitive habitat. Islamorada delivers sport fishing culture, the History of Diving Museum, and the simple joy of hand-feeding tarpon. Marathon adds the Dolphin Research Center, Aquarium Encounters, the Turtle Hospital, and a walk into history on Pigeon Key. The Lower Keys bring Bahia Honda beaches, key deer, and even an Underwater Music Festival. Key West rounds it out with the Conch Republic story, Hemingway Days, six-toed cats, sunset celebration at Mallory Square, and the option to reach Dry Tortugas National Park and Fort Jefferson.If you love travel stories with practical tips, local food, and real history, this one's for you. Subscribe, share it with your favorite road trip partner, leave a review.Andy Newman is currently an avid fisherman and photographer, and lives in the Florida Keys.Podcast host Lea Lane has traveled to over 100 countries, and has written nine books, including the award-winning Places I Remember  (Kirkus Reviews star rating, and  'one of the top 100 Indie books of  the year'). She has contributed to dozens of guidebooks and has written thousands of travel articles. Read her weekly essays on Substack._____Our award-winning travel podcast, Places I Remember with Lea Lane, has produced over 130 travel episodes! New episodes drop on the first Tuesday of the month, on Apple, Spotify, and wherever you listen to podcasts. All episodes are also on her website: placesirememberlealane.com_____Travel vlogs of featured  podcasts-- with video and graphics -- now also drop on YouTube.  

What if the biggest summer mistake isn't doing too much, but doing too little with the extra time available?In this solo episode, Lisa Marker-Robbins explains why families who treat summer as a time to simply relax often reach Labor Day feeling behind, highlighting the difference between rest and rejuvenation and showing how intentional action can help students build confidence, momentum, and direction for what comes next.Lisa also shares practical strategies to help teens and young adults gain self-awareness, explore future possibilities, build momentum, and enter the fall with greater clarity, confidence, and direction.In this episode, you'll discover:Seasonal habits and their long-term emotional impactThe relationship between unstructured time, responsibility, and personal growthHow young adults respond to uncertainty and expectationsCreating sustainable momentum during periods of transitionKey Takeaways: Unstructured summertime often leads to drift rather than progress, causing many teens and young adults to fall into inconsistent routines, shift their sleep schedules, spend more time on screens, postpone responsibilities, and reach Labor Day feeling anxious about what comes next.While rest helps students recover from the demands of the school year, rejuvenating activities that are life-giving and momentum-building, such as learning new skills, exploring interests, building relationships, and gaining career exposure, are often what create energy, confidence, and forward progress.What looks like a lack of motivation is often a lack of clarity, as many young people feel overwhelmed by expectations from themselves, their families, and their peers, leaving them unsure where to begin and afraid of making the wrong choice.Confidence is usually the result of action, with self-awareness, intentional exploration, networking, and real-world experiences helping students build clarity, motivation, and direction as they take meaningful steps toward future goals. “Families often are sitting there waiting for that motivation first, but momentum is what will create the motivation.” – Lisa Marker-RobbinsEpisode References:Ready for a different outcome this fall? Start with this free video today: https://courses.flourishcoachingco.com/clarity#228 Why Capable Kids End Up Stuck in Miserable Jobs: https://flourishcoachingco.com/podcast/228-why-capable-kids-end-up-stuck-in-miserable-jobs/Get Lisa's Free on-demand video: THE CAREER IDENTIFICATION COMPASS: How To Be Certain Your 15 To 25 Year Old is On The Right Path to Launch With Confidence–Not Confusion: flourishcoachingco.com/video Connect with Lisa:Website: https://www.flourishcoachingco.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@flourishcoachingcoFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/flourishcoachingco/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flourishcoachingco/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flourish-coaching-co

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Re-running Summer of Trinity, this time with episodes released at the start of their respective weeks rather than the end.  Just for a different perspective. A look at each day between Memorial Day and Labor Day, 1945 - the six weeks on either side of the Trinity test on July 16.  (For future weeks, we'll have an entry for each day, but we already did May 1945 in the previous episode.) May 30, 1945. Wednesday. Memorial Day. It is the 60th day of the Battle of Okinawa https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Armistice_Day https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Memorial_Day   May 31, 1945. Thursday. It is the 61st day of the battle of Okinawa https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clarence_B._Craft    June 1, 1945 Friday. It is the 62nd day of the Battle of Okinawa.  Times around the world, as the meeting of the Interim Committee starts, 11AM in Washington DC https://www.trumanlibrary.gov/library/research-files/notes-meeting-interim-committee?documentid=NA&pagenumber=9 The members of the Interim Committee include (not a complete list) Mr. George H. Bucher, President of Westinghouse - manufacture of equipment for the electromagnetic process. Mr.Walter S. Carpenter, President of Du Pont Company - construction of the Hanford Project. Mr. James Rafferty, Vice President of Union Carbide - construction and operation of gas diffusion plant in Clinton. Mr. James White, President of Tennessee Eastman - production of basic chemicals and construction of the https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Y-12_National_Security_Complex The committee also discussed how difficult it would be for the Soviet Union to replicate the work that had been done on the atomic bomb.  https://www.trumanlibrary.gov/library/research-files/notes-meeting-interim-committee?documentid=NA&pagenumber=4

Summer of Trinity is a look at the summer of 1945, between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Halfway between those dates, on July 16, was the Trinity atomic weapon test - but a lot was happening all around the world, during the 6 weeks before and after Trinity.  That's what this series will be about.

Matt Smith is a living legend with his unbelievable 30-year run at Club Passim, the historic folk venue nestled in a Harvard Square basement. Currently Managing Director at Passim, Matt is the most passionate music lover I know. He has used his platform at Passim to help establish artists like Lori McKenna, Anaïs Mitchell, Lake Street Dive, and so many more. I met Matt while working as a student at WERS 88.9FM, where he brought fantastic shows to a listening room filled with people who were clambering for honest music in an intimate space. He's been a very good friend and mentor to myself and thousands of musicians since he began his tenure at the club in 1995.In honor of Matt's 30th anniversary at Passim, we brought two longtime friends on the pod to talk to him about his role in the Passim community – and beyond. Musicians Edie Carey and Dinty Child join us in conversation with Matt; he shares advice he would give his younger self, we chat about what a vacation without music would look like and his incredible memory. That memory is tested in our lightning round where he answers Passim trivia (almost 100% correctly). There's also a discussion about what Matt is most proud of in all his years at the club: the campfire. festival, which takes place every Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends featuring sets in-the-round of mostly unknown new acts. I would imagine if you're listening to this episode of Basic Folk, you either know Matt or Club Passim. Hello to all our friends and I hope you enjoy this window into one of the best people we've ever known: Matt Smith!Follow Basic Folk on social media: https://basicfolk.bio.link/Sign up for Basic Folk's newsletter: https://bit.ly/basicfolknewsHelp produce Basic Folk by contributing: https://basicfolk.com/donate/Interested in sponsoring us? Contact BGS: https://bit.ly/sponsorBGSpodsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Every summer, millions of women tell themselves the same thing: "I'll deal with this after Labor Day."And every fall, they're right back where they started.In this episode, Christie makes the case that summer isn't the worst time to do this work — it's actually the best. The barbecues, the girls trips, the family reunions, the cooler full of White Claw at every single event from June through August? That's not the obstacle. That's the laboratory.If you're a Catholic woman who loves Jesus, keeps her life together in almost every area, but has this one habit that doesn't quite line up with who you know you're called to be — this episode is for you.In this episode:Why "I'll start after summer" is the habit talking — not wisdomHow your brain is already craving before you've made a single decision (and why that's not weakness)Why summer's social pressure is actually the fastest path to lasting changeWhat God might be doing in the seasons that feel most inconvenientThree things you can do right now — before the next barbecueMentioned in this episode:The Sober(ish) Summer Challenge is coming back this year — and Christie is making it better. Registration isn't open yet, but if this episode resonated, stay close. She'll let you know the moment doors open.→ Follow Christie on Instagram: @thecatholicsobrietycoach → Subscribe so you don't miss the announcementThis podcast is for you if:You don't identify as an alcoholic but you know something's off. You're disciplined, faithful, and quietly non-negotiable about your evening wine. You've tried to cut back. It worked for a while. And now there's a low hum of something — shame, confusion, frustration — that follows you around.You're in the right place.About Christie:Christie Walker is a Catholic sobriety coach and content creator who has been alcohol-free for 29 years. She works with Catholic women in the gray area — not rock bottom, not fine — using a framework built on Catholic faith, identity in Christ, inner healing, and neuroscience. Her coaching programs include the Sober(ish) Summer Challenge, the Sacred Sobriety Lab, and the Sacred Sobriety Kickstart (a free 5-video series for women ready to take a first step).Know someone who needs to hear this? Send her this episode. It might be the kindest thing you do for her all summer.Drop us a Question or Comment

CHRISTIAN CAPLE (Say Who, Say Pod) With the Apple Cup moving to a Sunday, what does Christian think about the move and the rivalry as it currently stands. Will it continue? What about the current state of college football? Is it sustainable? What changes does he expect? How healthy is Washington Football at this point in the Jedd Fisch era? Are expectations of a 9-win season realistic? :30- ABC's of the Mariners - U is for Unprecedented- yes, the piggyback is an unprecedented move… - V is for Velo- why does everyone seem so surprised by Bryce Miller's velocity? - W is for waiting- Chuck has been waiting to start in on trade talk, but it's almost June… :45- We wrap up this Thursday show with one last thing! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In September 2006, the quiet Black Bear Bed & Breakfast in Newry, Maine became the center of one of the state's most disturbing murder cases. Over Labor Day weekend, Christian Charles Nielsen shot and killed four people: inn owner Julie Bullard, her daughter Selby Bullard, handyman James “Jimmy” Whitehurst, and Selby's friend Cynthia “Cindy” Beatson. What began with a supposed fishing trip to Upton, Maine ended in a horrifying chain of murders at a peaceful mountain inn near Sunday River. Nielsen, a cook who had been living at the Black Bear B&B, later confessed to killing all four victims. Prosecutors said he gave no real motive—only chilling explanations that left investigators, families, and the community searching for answers. In this episode of Hitched 2 Homicide, we examine the Black Bear Bed & Breakfast murders, the relationships between the victims, Julie Bullard's dream of starting over in Maine, the timeline of the Labor Day weekend killings, and the aftermath of one of Maine's most shocking true crime cases. sources used for this podcast JOIN THE IN-LAWS AND OUTLAWS FOLLOW H2H ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW H2H ON X Start Kris's Books today for FREE Christian Nielsen murders, Black Bear Bed and Breakfast murders, Black Bear B&B, Newry Maine murders, Maine true crime, Labor Day weekend murders, Julie Bullard, Selby Bullard, James Whitehurst, Jimmy Whitehurst, Cynthia Beatson, Cindy Beatson, Upton Maine murder, Sunday River Maine, Maine serial killer case, true crime podcast, Hitched 2 Homicide. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What does a church with over 300 ministries actually look like — and how does one congregation build that kind of reach? Bishop Charles H. Ellis III, senior pastor of Greater Grace Temple in Detroit, joins Brian From for a conversation about third-generation Pentecostal ministry, a 20-acre campus built on the old Edgewater Amusement Park site, and a simple philosophy: ministries exist for needs, not for the church's own satisfaction. Bishop Ellis talks about taking Sunday services outside from Fourth of July to Labor Day, weekly outreach downtown to the poorest neighborhoods, the David Ellis Academy charter schools his father's vision made possible, and why the future of Detroit requires the church to partner with Fortune 500 companies, elected officials, and philanthropists — not just pass the offering plate. He also makes the case that Greater Grace, for all its size, has never lost its blue collar feel. A warm, energetic conversation about what it looks like when a church decides its impact should be felt far beyond its walls. Learn more at greatergrace.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As U.S. motorists face some of the highest gas prices in years, with the national average already at $4.56 per gallon and forecast to average $4.80 between Memorial Day and Labor Day, we ask you, are you changing your summer travel plans? How so? Are you taking smaller day trips or doing a staycation rather than one big extended vacation somewhere? Listeners checked in with their thoughts and plans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As U.S. motorists face some of the highest gas prices in years, with the national average already at $4.56 per gallon and forecast to average $4.80 between Memorial Day and Labor Day, we ask you, are you changing your summer travel plans? How so? Are you taking smaller day trips or doing a staycation rather than one big extended vacation somewhere? Listeners checked in with their thoughts and plans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HR2 - 24-team College Football Playoff waters down CFP & regular season In hour two Beau Morgan and Ali Mac quickly touch on some of the biggest headlines around the local and national sports scene, let you hear Georgia Bulldogs Head Football Coach Kirby Smart talk about the College Football Playoff expansion model and explain why he's against a 24-team College Football Playoff, react to what Coach Smart had to say, explain why they think a 24-team College Football Playoff will dilute meaningful rivalry games, continue to react to the news that James Pearce Jr. has been approved for a pretrial intervention program, though the timeline has been extended from the originally announced six months to one year, and that if Pearce completes the program without any further legal trouble, all felony and misdemeanor charges against him will be dropped, and he will avoid jail time. Then, Beau, Dylan, and Ali play a round of Which One for the halftime portion of the show where Ali gives Beau and Dylan two different scenarios or options and the guys have to pick one, including choosing if they would rather it be rainy on the 4th of July and sunny on Labor Day or sunny on 4th of July and rainy on Labor Day, and more! The Morning Shift crew also continue to recap and react to the Atlanta Braves bouncing back and beating the Boston Red Sox in Boston 7-6 last night in game one of their three game series after losing the last two games of their three games series against the Washington Nationals over the weekend, talk about Braves centerfielder Michael Harris II having a big game last night, let you hear Braves hitting coach Tim Hyers talk about how he's been working with Michael Harris II, react to what Coach Hyers had to say, explain why they think Hyers has been and is playing a huge role in Michael Harris II hitting success this year, and then close out hour two by reacting to the latest news, rumors, and reports in the NFL as they go In The Huddle!

Beau Morgan, Dylan Mathews, and Ali Mac play a round of Which One for the halftime portion of the show where Ali gives Beau and Dylan two different scenarios or options and the guys have to pick one, including choosing if they would rather it be rainy on the 4th of July and sunny on Labor Day or sunny on 4th of July and rainy on Labor Day, and more!

Committed vs. Convenient: The Choice That Drives Results   Hi everyone, Carl Gould here with your #70secondCEO. Just a little over a one minute investment every day for a lifetime of results. Are you in the committed mode? Are you in the convenient mode? And here's what we find out almost 100% of the time. You're not getting the results you want, you probably fell into the convenient mode. And I understand. I live in a shore state, New Jersey. We have a beach, backs right up to the Atlantic Ocean. And guess where everybody is from now until Labor Day? There. Guess where they're not? At networking events, schlepping out to a trade show, and taking the extra phone call. They blocked out their calendar. All of a sudden their Calendly link has nothing on it. That's where they're at, right? So last week I got the op, hey Carl, you wanna go to that concert? Or hey Carl, are you coming to the networking event that you have to drive to New York for? That's an hour and a half away, one way. Which one do you think I wanted to go to? Now, turns out I went to the networking event. Made two nice contacts. Missed the concert. Okay, that's what happens. Like and follow this podcast so you can learn more. My name is Carl Gould and this has been your #70secondCEO. 

This is Christian Meditation for A Bigger Life – a time for you to relax your body and refocus your mind to experience the reality of God's presence. I'm Dave Cover. I want to help you with Christian meditation where you can break through all the distractions and experience God's presence through biblically guided imagination.  Notice: During the summer months, from Memorial Day to Labor Day, a new episode of this podcast will appear once a week each Tuesday morning. 2 Corinthians 1:21 NIV “Now it is God who makes both us and you stand firm in Christ.” Who can you share this podcast with? If you found this episode helpful, consider sharing it on social media or texting it to a friend you think might benefit from it. Follow Dave Cover on X (Twitter) @davecover Follow A Bigger Life on X @ABiggerLifePod Our audio engineer is Matthew Matlack. This podcast is a ministry of The Crossing, a church in Columbia, Missouri, a college town where the flagship campus of the University of Missouri is located.

Send us Fan MailIf you have been treating summer like a season to slow down professionally, this episode may challenge everything you believe about career growth at mid-career.Too many mid-career professionals mentally check out between Memorial Day and Labor Day. They stay busy, answer emails, attend meetings, and keep projects moving. But they stop showing up with intention. While everyone else waits for September to “get serious again,” the people who earn promotions, gain visibility, and create new opportunities are quietly positioning themselves right now.In this episode of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast, leadership and career coach, keynote speaker, and host, John Neral, unpacks why summer is one of the most overlooked career growth opportunities of the year and how small decisions during these months can create a massive gap between professionals who coast and professionals who advance.I start with a Memorial Day reflection and a milestone celebration before diving into an uncomfortable but necessary question: what happens to your career when you mentally disengage for months at a time?Drawing from stories about my first jobs at the Jersey Shore and later professional experiences where visibility truly mattered, I explain why the fundamentals still separate high performers at mid-career:• Be present • Be useful • Be reliable • Be seen doing work that mattersWe also explore why travel, meetings, networking opportunities, and simply getting in the room often create more influence and leadership visibility than endless busywork ever will.If you have been consuming professional development content without seeing meaningful results, this episode will challenge you directly. Watching webinars, reading books, and collecting career advice without implementation is not growth. It is intellectual entertainment.That is why I share a simple but powerful three-question framework to help you create a focused summer career strategy that actually moves your career forward.If you enjoy this podcast, remember that the conversation continues in my free weekly newsletter, The Mid-Career GPS Newsletter. You can find it on my website at https://johnneral.com/resources.Support the showIf this episode resonated with you and you want more support in how you SHOW UP for your career and life, I want to invite you to join the SHOW UP Leadership Lab. This is my group membership program where you'll get the clarity and support you need to SHOW UP more impactfully and effectively in your life and career. Visit https://johnneral.com/showup to join. Please leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts here.Connect with John on LinkedIn here.Get John's New Mid-Career Journal on Amazon here.  Follow John on Instagram @johnneralcoaching. Subscribe to John's YouTube Channel here.  

Summer is not downtime for PR professionals — it's opportunity season.In this Memorial Day special episode of The PR Podcast, host Jody Fisher talks about why the summer months are one of the most overlooked opportunities in public relations and marketing. While many organizations slow down between Memorial Day and Labor Day, smart brands use the season to build momentum, create content, strengthen media relationships, and prepare for the crowded fall news cycle.In this episode:• Why summer is a great time to create news• How to strengthen media and business relationships• The importance of stockpiling content before fall• Why smart PR teams prepare for September during the summer• How staying visible all summer helps your brand long-termWhether you work in PR, marketing, media relations, nonprofit communications, or business leadership, this episode offers practical strategies to help you make the most of the summer season.Subscribe to The PR Podcast for conversations about media, storytelling, branding, and how the news gets made.The PR Podcast is a show about how the news gets made. We talk with great PR people, reporters, and communicators about how the news gets made and strategies for publicity that drive business goals. Host ⁠⁠Jody Fisher⁠⁠ is the founder of Jody Fisher PR and works with clients across the healthcare, higher education, financial services, real estate, entertainment, and non-profit verticals. The PR Podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThePRPodcast/Twitter: https://x.com/ThePRPodcast1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theprpodcast_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theprpodcast?

You've been holding it together with caffeine and adrenaline, but your nervous system has been white-knuckling it for ten months and hit a breaking point. It's time for The Reset. This is something brand new I'm offering for the first time: an at-home restorative retreat for teachers happening June 26-28th.  It's intended to be like a real retreat experience, just held somewhere you don't have to pack a bag for and deal with travel expenses. Because The Reset is FREE. Over the weekend of June 26th-28th, I'll guide you through the practices that actually move the needle for teacher burnout. I've created videos for morning stretching and restorative yoga, audio for forest bathing (which is a mindful nature practice you can do anywhere outside), breathwork, and more. There are also nervous system mini-seminars where I explain what's actually happening in your body during a stressful school day, why you feel the way you feel, and how to send the all-clear signal so you can calm down again. And no worries about being tied to a screen: these are designed to be listened to while you're walking, going for a bike ride, gardening, or whatever you like to do!  If you're thinking, "I don't know if I can actually take a real break if I'm at home with all these distractions," I've planned for that. Everything is on-demand and completely optional.  There's no Zoom call you have to show up to, no message forums to keep up with, no schedule to follow. I'll release videos of guided experiences each day on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday in the retreat portal. Pick and choose whatever you'd like to do, in any order you want. You basically get to design your weekend retreat, with my resources there to guide you through activities and spark inspiration. Here's how it works: Sign up for FREE to join The Reset At-Home retreat from June 26-28. All the content releases over that weekend, and is removed on Sunday night at midnight PT. I want you to actually prioritize your own wellbeing: mark your calendar, and carve out time for YOU. If you want to keep all the resources permanently, opt in for the $29 Anytime Access pass. You can take your own retreat whenever it's convenient, and do mini resets during the school year. Additional bonus practices and resources will drop on Monday for those who get the Forever Access Pass. One more thing. If you have a teacher friend who's running on fumes right now, send this this ep, or the link to sign up: https://courses.truthforteachers.com/courses/reset Better yet, plan to do The Reset together! Hang out at your friend's house in your comfiest loungewear, pick some of the activities to experience, have a healthy lunch, maybe even take a nap on the couch before diving back in for a final restorative session before dinner. You can make this at-home retreat anything you want it to be! Join us for The Reset HERE If you'd also like an in-person retreat, I've got two of them happening this summer (June 12-14 in eastern PA, and 24-26 July in the Asheville/Charlotte NC area). And, there's a Labor Day weekend retreat and fall restorative retreat I'm holding for everyone (not specifically teachers, so you can bring a non-teacher friend or partner). ​Get all the details about in-person retreats HERE.

Ash is finally back with the crew, and today's episode kicks off as she talks about her absence and what she got up to. Andy apparently got into it with two women over the Labor Day weekend, and Calvin gives us his weekly dose of stories as the crew talks about the Africa Forward Summit, Drake's Iceman drop, and so much more. Enjoy!

Episode 26-20 It's Time For The "99 Days Of Summer Challenge" What if I told you that your health could improve significantly this summer.   Would you be interested in learning how?   Of course you would!   Well, guess what?   It can!   Your health can significantly improve this summer.   How?   By taking the 99 Days Of Summer Challenge!   What's the 99 Days Of Summer Challenge?   It's a set of health-promoting strategies that YOU establish and implement.   Strategies aimed at getting you in better shape on Labor Day than were, 99 days earlier, on Memorial Day. On this episode I help get you started by sharing 20 of my favorite strategies.   Give this episode a good listen as it will help you make this your healthiest summer ever.   In addition, please share this episode with a friend.   Thanks! ———————- Want to learn more? Continue the conversation regarding this episode, and all future episodes, by signing up for our daily emails. Simply visit: GetHealthyAlabama.com  Once there, download the "Symptom Survey" and you will automatically added to our email list. ———————- Also, if you haven't already, we'd appreciate it if you'd subscribe to the podcast, leave a comment and give us a rating. (Thanks!!!)  

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Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Teahouse Tears: Finding Strength in Vulnerability & Family Ties Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2026-05-16-22-34-01-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 在这个凉爽的春日下午，整个家族在古雅的茶馆里聚集。En: On this cool spring afternoon, the entire family gathered in a quaint teahouse.Zh: 茶馆里弥漫着新茶的淡雅香气，木质窗棂间流转着温暖的阳光。En: The teahouse was filled with the delicate fragrance of fresh tea, and warm sunlight streamed through the wooden lattice windows.Zh: 这是劳动节后的第一次家庭聚会，大家正围坐在一张低矮的圆桌旁。En: It was the first family gathering after Labor Day, and everyone was seated around a low round table.Zh: 家豪坐在角落里，脸上挂着自信的笑容，但他的心却如波涛般起伏不定。En: Jiahao sat in the corner, wearing a confident smile, but his heart was as tumultuous as ocean waves.Zh: 他想让家人知道他的成就，可是内心的惶恐又让他犹豫不决。En: He wanted to share his achievements with his family, yet the inner fear left him hesitating.Zh: 明月坐在他的旁边，她微笑着试图缓解四周紧绷的气氛。En: Mingyue sat beside him, smiling in an attempt to ease the tense atmosphere around them.Zh: 作为家中的调解者，她总是想方设法地让家庭保持和谐，而这次也不例外。En: As the mediator in the family, she always sought ways to maintain harmony, and this time was no exception.Zh: 心宇坐在另一边，面色苍白。En: Xinyu sat on the other side, looking pale.Zh: 他是家中最小的，背负着长辈们的期望，感到无比的压力。En: Being the youngest, he bore the expectations of the elders and felt immense pressure.Zh: 今天他特别安静，比平常更加沉默，似乎有什么压在心头。En: He was particularly quiet today, more silent than usual, as if something weighed heavily on his mind.Zh: 随着茶水的升腾，热气在空中飘散，心宇开始感到胸口闷痛，呼吸变得急促。En: As the tea brewed and steam wafted through the air, Xinyu began to feel a tightness in his chest, and his breathing became rapid.Zh: 他的视线变得模糊，思绪开始不受控制地飘远。En: His vision blurred, and his thoughts started drifting uncontrollably.Zh: 家豪注意到了弟弟的异常。En: Jiahao noticed his brother's unusual state.Zh: 他放下了平日的伪装，走过去握住心宇的手，温声问道：“你还好吗？”En: He set aside his usual facade and went over to hold Xinyu's hand, gently asking, "Are you okay?"Zh: 这一刻，明月也放下了负担，走到两兄弟身边。En: At this moment, Mingyue also set aside her burdens and walked over to the two brothers.Zh: 她环顾四周，发现有些话已经刻不容缓。En: She looked around and realized that some words could no longer wait to be said.Zh: “家里对心宇太多期望了。En: "The family has too many expectations for Xinyu.Zh: 也许我们都需要彼此更多的理解和支持。”她坚定地说。En: Perhaps we all need more understanding and support for each other," she said firmly.Zh: 心宇在家豪与明月的支持下，终于忍不住释放了心中的情绪：“我有时候不知道自己能不能达到大家的期望，En: With the support of Jiahao and Mingyue, Xinyu could no longer hold back his emotions: "Sometimes I don't know if I can meet everyone's expectations.Zh: 我只是想被理解。”泪水不经意间滚落。En: I just want to be understood." Tears rolled down inadvertently.Zh: 这场突如其来的情绪爆发让整个家庭愕然，也带来了意料之外的坦诚对话。En: This unexpected emotional outburst stunned the entire family but also led to an unanticipated yet candid conversation.Zh: 家豪渐渐明白，勇于袒露脆弱远比隐藏不安更有力量。En: Jiahao gradually realized that having the courage to reveal vulnerability was far more powerful than hiding insecurities.Zh: 明月意识到，沟通才是维系家庭和睦的关键。En: Mingyue realized that communication was the key to maintaining family harmony.Zh: 心宇在释怀后，感受到一种久违的安心和希望，因为他知道，不论如何，他的家人会一直支持着他。En: After his release, Xinyu felt a long-lost sense of peace and hope, because he knew that, no matter what, his family would always support him.Zh: 茶馆依旧宁静，阳光依旧温暖，家人的心却更加紧密地连结在一起。En: The teahouse remained tranquil, the sunlight remained warm, yet the hearts of the family were more closely connected.Zh: 会议变成了一次理解和爱的开始，让困扰已久的家庭关系迈出了第一步。En: The gathering turned into a beginning of understanding and love, taking the first step in resolving the long-standing family issues. Vocabulary Words:quaint: 古雅的fragrance: 香气lattice: 窗棂gathering: 聚会tumultuous: 起伏不定hesitating: 犹豫不决mediator: 调解者harmony: 和谐pale: 苍白的immense: 无比的wafted: 飘散tightness: 闷痛facade: 伪装unusual: 异常inadvertently: 不经意间emotional: 情绪outburst: 爆发candid: 坦诚vulnerability: 脆弱insecurities: 不安maintaining: 维系tranquil: 宁静connected: 连结resolve: 解决drifting: 飘远burdens: 负担expectations: 期望release: 释怀support: 支持troubled: 困扰

Shane Perkins - Ultimate Strategy On the Reality Banks Overlook: "If you have that kind of equity and you've worked and you've saved that down payment, then there's nothing telling me that you're not going to make your payments." When you have a job with a W-2, you fit in the traditional bucket.  Traditional things for people with traditional jobs are fine.  They are simple, and easy and everyone can buy them with ease.  You want a loan, let's see your W-2, and see how much house you can afford. The challenge comes in when you are an entrepreneur.  You make money, but it isn't nearly as easy as looking at a line on a document supplied by your employer.  There are many more factors and a bit of gray area.  These are the types of things that traditional banks get scared of.  That is where the Ultimate Strategy comes in.  To get entrepreneurs into homeownership, without the limitations of traditional banks. Listen as Shane Perkins describes how he is training more students to help entrepreneurs implement the Ultimate Strategy to achieve the homeownership they desire. Enjoy! Visit Shane at: https://TheUltimateStrategy.com Sponsors: Live Video chat with our customers here with LiveSwitch: https://join.liveswitch.com/gfj3m6hnmguz Calls On Call Extraordinary Answering Service: https://callsoncall.com Some videos have been recorded with Riverside: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_5&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=james-kademan   Podcast Overview: 00:00 Issues with current mortgage system 05:36 Helping families become homeowners 08:58 Understanding mortgage pre-approval vs. approval 12:45 Real estate deals in different states 13:21 Working in your local market 18:39 Discussing home loan qualification criteria 20:11 Discussing home loan options 24:35 Benefits of refinancing a mortgage 26:57 Real estate investment strategy 29:52 Housing affordability concerns 34:22 How mortgage payments are managed 36:41 Investor strategies for real estate students 41:23 Discussing payment reminders with clients 43:56 Passion for helping people in real estate 47:03 Maximizing returns on home equity 51:38 The value of entrepreneurship Podcast Transcription: Shane Perkins [00:00:00]: I've created a strategy that helps people get into homes that don't qualify for traditional mortgage. I just realized that the demand is so high that I can't help everybody. So I'm creating an army of folks that want to go out there and help people become homeowners. If someone's looking for a real estate investment strategy, there's nothing better out there. It's consistent. Couple deals a month, two, three deals a month, every single month. There's always a demand for it. James Kademan [00:00:33]: You have found Authentic Business Adventures, the business program that brings you the struggle stories and triumphant successes of business owners across the land. Downloadable audio episodes can be found on the podcast link found@drawincustomers.com we are locally underwritten by the bank of Sun Prairie Calls On Call, Extraordinary Answering Service, the Bold Business Book, as well as Live Switch. And today we're welcoming, preparing to learn from Shane Perkins of the ultimate strategy. So, Shane, how is it going today? Shane Perkins [00:01:02]: It is going great. How are you doing? Do you have a good Mother's Day? Yeah. James Kademan [00:01:06]: Oh, yeah, yeah. That was. It just came and went. Yeah, it's so funny. My kids in sports, so any day, Mother's Day, Father's Day, whatever, Memorial Day, Labor Day, they're all. You're just traveling to some different grassy field where he's playing some sport. So, yeah, I imagine that's what a lot of parents are doing. Let's start with the ultimate strategy. James Kademan [00:01:29]: Shane, what is the ultimate strategy? Shane Perkins [00:01:31]: Well, I have been a real estate investor for 29 years, and I've created a strategy that helps people get into homes that don't qualify for traditional mortgage. And I didn't start that until 2001. And so I've been doing that for about 25 years. James Kademan [00:01:49]: Wow. Shane Perkins [00:01:49]: And so I call it the ultimate strategy. And I did it myself for many, many years. And. And now that my kids are grown and gone, and I've decided that I need to empower other people to help more people get into homes. So I teach other people how to do the ultimate strategy, and they use that strategy to go and help other people get into homes. James Kademan [00:02:15]: Right on. And is it the property that has the challenge getting lending happening, or is it the borrower, the people trying to get into the home? Shane Perkins [00:02:23]: You know, James, I say that we have a broken mortgage system. You know, they've been using the same system for 30 years and they're, you know, people change jobs, people start businesses. Business owners are notoriously turned down for mortgages because they are taught, as all of us entrepreneurs are to minimize their taxes. Right. Well, that means writing off everything that you can. And there's many things that you can write off. And at the end of the day, your tax return says that you don't make enough money to pay for a house, but you're sitting there paying $3,000 a month in rent. And so we know that these people can pay. Shane Perkins [00:03:01]: We know how to record their income in a manner that will finance them on a house. And when I say finance, we get them into a house. We are not lenders, so we use creative financing strategies, real estate investment strategies that have been around for, you know, a hundred years. And so that's what we do. We help people get into homes. James Kademan [00:03:26]: Right on. You know, it's interesting you mentioned the small business thing, because I remember the last house that I bought with my wife. We, the lender straight up told us, let's just put her W2 on there and just ignore your income. And if we get challenged by it, then we'll come back and figure something out. But it's better just to not even use the word entrepreneur or self employed. Shane Perkins [00:03:49]: It is. James Kademan [00:03:51]: I'm like, I'm pretty sure I make more money than her, but whatever makes. Shane Perkins [00:03:56]: But that's the way it works. And it is, it's a broken system. And I, you know, what I've figured out over 25 years of doing this program is that there's three components that make people pay for their home. And the first one is the most important one. And that's in that they're in the home of their choice. You know, there are owner finance programs out there on specific houses, but if that's not what you want, what's, you know, what's, you know, what's the factor there? Yeah, you can call yourself an owner, but it's in something that you're having to settle for. And so that's the first factor. The second one is that they must have equity. Shane Perkins [00:04:35]: And so we do require down payment. You know, it's similar to the older old school. Right. 20% down. We do some 15% down deals, but you got to have some skin in the game. So you got to, you know, save for a down payment. And that and the fact that you have income is the third thing. But documenting that income for a bank is far different than documenting that income for what we do. James Kademan [00:05:01]: Right on. So are people coming to you or are you having a cold call and reach out to people? Shane Perkins [00:05:07]: No, once, once you get this program up and running, people seek you out. You know, there's a statistic that I heard, and I can't verify if it's true or not because they're pretty close. Close lipped on their. And I've tried to verify it, but I had a friend of mine tell me that, that, that actually works with Zillow very closely. That said 7,000 people a day are turned down that have a 20% down payment on Zillow. And I don't discredit it. I believe that that's true. I just can't prove it. Shane Perkins [00:05:36]: But that's a lot of people. And they don't want to rent again, you know, that, you know, renting is. It's great when you need it, but when you have kids and you have a family, you don't want to be at someone else's mercy to just raise your payment or, hey, I want somebody else to move into there, you know, or we're going to sell or something like that. You want to give your kids roots, you want to give them a home. You want to be able to build a tree house or paint your girl's bedroom pink and your boy's bedroom blue or what have you, you know, you want to call it yours. And so we've recognized what it takes to be able to help people get into homes. And now I just realized that the demand is so high that I can't help everybody. So I'm creating an army of folks that want to go out there and help people become homeowners. James Kademan [00:06:26]: Right on. Let's talk about this army. Is this army people that are just looking to start their own business in this space, or is this other people that are already in the mortgage industry and they're looking for. Shane Perkins [00:06:37]: It's a little bit of both. Yeah, it's a little bit of both. So, you know, real estate investing, there's a lot of people that want to get into it, you know, and there's all these programs out there, and I don't, you know, wholesaling and fix and flip and burr methods, you know, buy, repair, rent and repeat and all of these different methods. And they're all good strategies, but they're a lot more competitive nowadays because there's so many people getting. Getting into it. So it takes you, you know, you have to go through quite a few cold calls. And the things that loi blaster, where they. You blast out letters of intent, agent outreach, door knocking, foreclosure list, there's all these different strategies. Shane Perkins [00:07:22]: And again,...

Delivery Day is a heartfelt, funny, and emotional episode that takes listeners inside the unforgettable moments leading up to the birth of Emerson and April Morris' daughter, Emoni Abigail Morris. From late-night peanut M&M runs and treadmill adventures at 9 months pregnant, to dreams, anxiety, laughter, and powerful anticipation, this episode captures the real emotions of becoming parents for the first time.Through humor, storytelling, and authentic reflection, Emerson shares the excitement, pressure, and faith-filled expectation that surrounded Labor Day weekend in 2008 at St. Joseph's Women's Hospital. This episode reminds every listener that sometimes the waiting season prepares you for one of life's greatest blessings.If you've ever waited on a promise, prayed for breakthrough, or experienced the beauty and chaos of family, this episode will encourage your heart and make you laugh along the way.#daddysmilk #fathersuniversity #emersonjmorris #fatherswins #dads #daughters #sons #family #deliveryday

Got a story idea for Bloodworks 101? Send us a text message The blood banking industry, hospitals and first reponders all over the nation refer to the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day as the "100 Deadliest Days." Today, on Bloodworks 101, our Co-Chief Medical Officer Dr. Kirsten Alcorn tells Producer John Yeager that this summer, the 100 Deadliest Days include a global sporting event that'll draw thousands to the Pacific Northwest - The World Cup. And while Bloodworks Northwest is hoping for the best, they're preparing for the worst - just in case.  Support the show

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Brewed Inspiration: Creativity Blossoms in Shenzhen Café Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2026-05-08-07-38-19-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 春天的深圳，高科技城市的街道充满了活力。En: In the springtime of Shenzhen, the streets of this high-tech city are full of vitality.Zh: 在这里，一家名为“创新咖啡”的咖啡馆吸引了许多年轻的专业人士。En: Here, a café named Inno Coffee attracts many young professionals.Zh: 咖啡馆的落地窗外，可以俯瞰城市高楼与绿色植被交织的美丽风景。En: Outside the café's floor-to-ceiling windows, one can overlook the beautiful scenery of skyscrapers interwoven with greenery.Zh: 空气中弥漫着新鲜咖啡的香气，四周尽是轻快的交谈声。En: The air is filled with the aroma of fresh coffee, surrounded by the sounds of lively conversation.Zh: 这一天是五一劳动节，节日的气氛还未散去。En: This day is May 1st Labor Day, and the festive atmosphere still lingers.Zh: 咖啡馆里，李伟选择了一个角落座位，开始心不在焉地画画。En: Inside the café, Li Wei chooses a corner seat and begins absentmindedly sketching.Zh: 他是一名软件开发者，平时喜欢在空闲时间画画。En: He is a software developer who enjoys drawing in his spare time.Zh: 然而，他总觉得自己的画作不够好，从不敢与别人分享。En: However, he always feels his artwork is not good enough and never dares to share it with others.Zh: 就在此时，小明走进了咖啡馆。En: At that moment, Xiao Ming walks into the café.Zh: 她是一名平面设计师，正为新项目寻找灵感。En: She is a graphic designer looking for inspiration for a new project.Zh: 她环顾四周，视线被李伟手中的素描本吸引住了。En: She glances around and her attention is caught by the sketchbook in Li Wei's hands.Zh: “你画得真好！En: "You draw really well!"Zh: ”小明忍不住夸奖道，打破了李伟的注意力。En: Xiao Ming can't help but praise, breaking Li Wei's concentration.Zh: 李伟有些犹豫，试图把本子合上，却被小明的眼神阻止了。En: Li Wei is a bit hesitant, trying to close the book, but Xiao Ming's gaze stops him.Zh: 小明微笑着说：“我正在找灵感，你的作品很有创意。En: Smiling, she says, "I'm looking for inspiration; your work is very creative."Zh: ”两人开始聊起天来。En: The two start chatting.Zh: 李伟告诉小明，他正在寻找一个灵感点，想要开展自己的科技艺术项目。En: Li Wei tells Xiao Ming that he is seeking a spark of inspiration to start his own tech art project.Zh: 而小明则表达了她在项目设计中遇到的瓶颈。En: Meanwhile, Xiao Ming shares the bottleneck she's encountering in her project design.Zh: 两人自然而然地发现，彼此的创意竟可以完美结合。En: Naturally, they discover that their creative ideas can be perfectly combined.Zh: 梅玲，这家咖啡馆的常客，也是小明的朋友，碰巧经过。En: Mei Ling, a regular at this café and a friend of Xiao Ming, happens to pass by.Zh: 她笑着打趣道：“看来你们俩找到了共同的话题。En: She teasingly remarks, "Looks like you two have found a common topic."Zh: ”随着对话的深入，小明突然提议：“我们一起合作怎么样？En: As the conversation deepens, Xiao Ming suddenly suggests, "How about we collaborate?Zh: 你的素描给了我很多灵感。En: Your sketches have given me a lot of inspiration."Zh: ”李伟有些惊讶，但也被这突然的提议所吸引。En: Li Wei is somewhat surprised, but also intrigued by this sudden proposition.Zh: 他慢慢地点了点头，心中涌起一丝信心。En: He slowly nods, a surge of confidence welling up within him.Zh: 从这一刻起，两人决定一起工作，利用彼此的长处创造一些与众不同的东西。En: From that moment on, the two decide to work together, utilizing each other's strengths to create something unique.Zh: 随着时间的推移，他们的合作渐入佳境，项目变得越来越有趣。En: As time passes, their collaboration hits its stride, and the project becomes increasingly interesting.Zh: 同时，两人之间的感情也悄然升温。En: Meanwhile, the feelings between them quietly grow.Zh: 李伟从一个不敢展示画作的人，变成了愿意分享创意的自信青年。En: Li Wei transforms from someone afraid to show his drawings into a confident young man willing to share his creativity.Zh: 而小明也从中找到了设计的灵感与激情。En: Xiao Ming finds inspiration and passion for design in the process.Zh: 这个春天，正如深圳的天空般清新明亮，小明和李伟都迎来了属于自己的一段崭新关系。En: This spring, as fresh and bright as the skies over Shenzhen, Xiao Ming and Li Wei both embrace a new phase in their relationship.Zh: 两人在创新之路上携手并行，而这段关系正如那一杯浓香的咖啡般，温暖而充实。En: They walk hand in hand on the path of innovation, and this relationship is as warm and fulfilling as a cup of rich coffee. Vocabulary Words:springtime: 春天vitality: 活力overlook: 俯瞰aroma: 香气absentmindedly: 心不在焉地sketching: 画画software developer: 软件开发者hesitant: 犹豫gaze: 眼神bottleneck: 瓶颈proposition: 提议confidence: 信心utilizing: 利用stride: 佳境transforms: 变成embrace: 迎来innovation: 创新phase: 阶段fulfilling: 充实interwoven: 交织linger: 未散去creative: 创意combined: 结合sparks: 灵感点collaboration: 合作surge: 涌起design: 设计uniquely: 与众不同passion: 激情bright: 明亮

Bestselling authors William Bernhardt (The Superman Wars) and Lara Bernhardt discuss the latest news from the book world, offer writing tips, and interview Eloisa James, the reigning queen of romance, who has over 7 million books in print, about her new novel The Last Lady B, which has been called "Jane Austen Meets The White Lotus."0:00 Opening ThoughtsBill wants everyone to know that his new book The Superman Wars is finally on sale. This is the story of Jerry Siegel, the man who came up with the idea for Superman only to lose control and see his character taken from him and his name stripped from the credits. This is a story about art vs commerce, still very relevant, and a cautionary tale for creatives working today.7:45 News1) Character AI Lets People Enter Book Worlds2) Stolen Rare Books Recovered after 40 Years15:48 Craft CornerLauren Smith, USA Today-bestselling author, discusses the Five Essential Ingrdients for a Romantasy Novel25:14 Interview with Eloisa James45:55 Parting WordsThe Superman Wars: A Battle for Truth, Justice and an American Icon is NOW ON SALE!!!The WriterCon Small-Group Retreat is July 15-19 at Canebrake Resort near Tulsa OK, Spend five days workshopping your work-in-progress and inproving your writing skills. You'll be glad you did.The WriterCon Annual Convention is Labor Day weekend, September 4-7, at the historic Skirvin Hotel in Oklahoma City. Register now to take advantage of the Early Bird prices!For more info about both WriterCon programs, visit www.writercon.com.Until next time, keep writing, and remember: You cannot fail, if you refuse to quit.William Bernhardtwww.williambernhardt.comwww.writercon.com

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Blooming Bonds: A Day of Art and Friendship in Vigeland Park Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-05-06-07-38-19-no Story Transcript:No: Det var mai, og Vigeland Park i Oslo blomstret med farger og liv.En: It was May, and Vigeland Park in Oslo was blooming with colors and life.No: Blomstene i parken var åpne, akkurat som mulighetene for nye vennskap.En: The flowers in the park were open, just like the opportunities for new friendships.No: Solen skinte sterkt den dagen da Sigrid, en sjenert kunststudent, vandret gjennom parken på jakt etter inspirasjon til sitt neste skulpturprosjekt.En: The sun shone brightly that day when Sigrid, a shy art student, wandered through the park in search of inspiration for her next sculpture project.No: Hun var ikke alene; ved hennes side gikk Lena, hennes venn og trofaste støtte.En: She was not alone; by her side walked Lena, her friend and faithful support.No: "Du må våge mer, Sigrid," sa Lena, mens de gikk forbi en av Gustav Vigelands mange imponerende skulpturer.En: "You have to be more daring, Sigrid," said Lena as they passed one of Gustav Vigeland's many impressive sculptures.No: "I dag kan være dagen du møter noen spennende."En: "Today might be the day you meet someone exciting."No: Mens de spaserte, møtte de Erik, en lokal historielærer med en dybde av kunnskap om parken.En: As they strolled, they met Erik, a local history teacher with a depth of knowledge about the park.No: Erik var der for å nyte friheten på arbeidernes dag, og han bar med seg en liten bok som han av og til noterte i.En: Erik was there to enjoy the freedom on Labor Day, carrying with him a small notebook that he occasionally wrote in.No: "Hei, jeg er Erik," sa han vennlig.En: "Hi, I'm Erik," he said warmly.No: "Er dere her for å lære mer om parken?"En: "Are you here to learn more about the park?"No: Sigrid nølte, men Lena svarte raskt: "Ja, vi er nysgjerrige. Er det ikke sant, Sigrid?"En: Sigrid hesitated, but Lena quickly responded: "Yes, we're curious. Isn't that right, Sigrid?"No: Sigrid nikket stille, trass i sin vanligvis reserverte natur.En: Sigrid nodded quietly, despite her usually reserved nature.No: Erik begynte så en uoffisiell omvisning, delte historier om skulpturene og dem som har skapt dem.En: Erik then began an unofficial tour, sharing stories about the sculptures and those who created them.No: Under en diger statue av en mann fanget i en drømmende pose, ble Sigrid plutselig inspirert.En: Under a massive statue of a man caught in a dreamy pose, Sigrid suddenly felt inspired.No: Hun kjente en trang til å dele sine kunstneriske tanker.En: She felt a desire to share her artistic thoughts.No: "Jeg tenker på å lage noe som fanger menneskets indre kamp," sa hun mot Erik.En: "I'm thinking of creating something that captures the human internal struggle," she said towards Erik.No: Ordene hennes kom usikkert i starten, men Erik lyttet med genuin interesse.En: Her words came uncertainly at first, but Erik listened with genuine interest.No: "Det høres fascinerende ut!" svarte han.En: "That sounds fascinating!" he replied.No: "Jeg kan se hvordan du forholder deg til disse skulpturene."En: "I can see how you relate to these sculptures."No: Som dagen gikk, oppdaget Sigrid og Erik felles interesser.En: As the day went on, Sigrid and Erik discovered shared interests.No: Lena sto klokt i bakgrunnen og lot vennskapet mellom dem vokse uten avbrytelser.En: Lena wisely stood in the background and allowed the friendship between them to grow without interruptions.No: Da solen begynte å gå ned, var parken fortsatt fylt med lyden av latter og glede fra de mange på besøk på denne fridagen.En: As the sun began to set, the park was still filled with the sounds of laughter and joy from the many visitors on this holiday.No: Sigrid følte seg oppmuntret og takknemlig for de nye perspektivene hun hadde fått.En: Sigrid felt encouraged and grateful for the new perspectives she had gained.No: Ved dagens slutt, kort tid før hun skulle dra, ga Erik Sigrid sitt telefonnummer.En: At the end of the day, shortly before she was to leave, Erik gave Sigrid his phone number.No: "Det ville vært flott å snakke mer om kunst," sa han med et smil.En: "It would be great to talk more about art," he said with a smile.No: Sigrid gikk fra parken den kvelden med Eric's kontaktinformasjon i lommen, fast bestemt på å være mer åpen for nye erfaringer og forbindelser.En: Sigrid left the park that evening with Erik's contact information in her pocket, determined to be more open to new experiences and connections.No: Hun hadde funnet mer enn bare kunstnerisk inspirasjon; hun hadde også funnet verdien av å åpne seg opp og være modig.En: She had found more than just artistic inspiration; she had also found the value of opening up and being brave.No: Framtiden så lys ut, og Sigrid var klar for å omfavne den – både i kunsten og i livet selv.En: The future looked bright, and Sigrid was ready to embrace it – both in art and in life itself. Vocabulary Words:blooming: blomstretopportunities: muligheteneshy: sjenertdaring: vågeimpressive: imponerendelocal: lokalfreedom: frihetenhesitated: nøltecurious: nysgjerrigereserved: reserverteunofficial: uoffisiellmassive: digerdreamy: drømmendeinternal struggle: indre kampgenuine: genuinfascinating: fascinerendewisely: kloktbackground: bakgrunneninterruptions: avbrytelserlaughter: latterencouraged: oppmuntretperspectives: perspektivenegrateful: takknemligdetermined: fast bestemtexperiences: erfaringerconnections: forbindelserinspiration: inspirasjonopening up: åpne seg oppembrace: omfavnefuture: framtiden

Rafe talks about the coming of summer from solstices and equinoxes to cross-quarter days to Memorial Day and Labor Day.  Learn why 2026 is a special summer that comes around (on average) only once every (approximately) seven years!#bufnagle #calendar #summer #equinox #solstice #quarreterdays #crossquarterdays #memorialday #laborday #threedayweekend #theaverageisnotadatum #microsoftcopilot #ai #artificialintelligence #thisisnotausefultool #makehaywhenthesunshines*****As always, you can reach the Buf at bufnagle@bufnagle.com*****As you know, this is an independent podcast so your hosts also carry all the expenses of running this podcast.  As such, some of you have asked how you can help out.  Well, here's the answer: support us on Buy Me a Coffee:https://buymeacoffee.com/bufnagleOn this page, you can do a really nice thing like send us a couple dollars to help cover the cost of recording and hosting and microphones and research and all that.  Any little bit really helps!  Thank you in advance!!!

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Finding Clarity: Mei's Journey at the Hidden Temple Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2026-05-05-07-38-19-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 梅站在隐秘寺庙的入口，周围是五彩缤纷的灯笼和盛开的樱花。En: Mei stood at the entrance of the hidden temple, surrounded by colorful lanterns and blooming cherry blossoms.Zh: 春天的微风轻轻拂过，带来节日的喧嚣和欢声笑语。En: The spring breeze gently swept through, bringing the hustle and bustle of the festival and the sound of laughter and joy.Zh: 今天是劳动节，人们聚集在寺庙前，庆祝难得的假期。En: Today was Labor Day, and people gathered in front of the temple to celebrate the rare holiday.Zh: 梅看着人群，内心却充满了矛盾。En: Mei looked at the crowd, but her heart was filled with contradictions.Zh: 过去一年对她来说充满了挑战，她渴望平静与明晰。En: The past year had been full of challenges for her, and she longed for peace and clarity.Zh: 她听说这个节日在寺庙举行的心灵活动可以启发她，帮助她找到生命的方向。En: She had heard that the spiritual activities held at the temple during this festival could inspire her and help her find direction in life.Zh: 佳浩和丽芬是梅的朋友，他们试图让她融入这欢乐的场合。En: Jiahao and Lifen were Mei's friends, and they tried to get her to join in the festive occasion.Zh: 然而，梅心里有种冲动，想远离这些喧嚣，寻找内心的声音。En: However, Mei felt an urge to distance herself from the noise and seek her inner voice.Zh: 于是，她走出拥挤的人群，走向寺庙的花园。En: So, she walked away from the crowded throng and headed towards the temple's garden.Zh: 花园里安静极了。En: The garden was extremely quiet.Zh: 只有风声和鸟鸣伴随着梅。En: Only the sound of the wind and birds accompanied Mei.Zh: 她慢慢走着，呼吸着花香，感受到一种难得的宁静。En: She walked slowly, breathing in the floral scent and feeling a rare sense of tranquility.Zh: 忽然，她看到一个和尚安静地坐在树下。En: Suddenly, she saw a monk sitting quietly under a tree.Zh: 他的神情安详，像是一股平和的力量。En: His expression was serene, like a source of peaceful strength.Zh: 梅走上前，与和尚开始交谈。En: Mei approached and began to converse with the monk.Zh: “我来这里是为了寻找答案，”梅说，“但我还不知道自己真正想要的是什么。En: "I came here to seek answers," Mei said, "but I still don't know what I truly want."Zh: ”和尚微笑着对梅说：“答案在你的心中，不在外面。En: The monk smiled at Mei and said, "The answer is within your heart, not outside.Zh: 倾听内心，它会指引你。En: Listen to your inner voice, and it will guide you."Zh: ”这简单的一句话，让梅内心一震。En: This simple sentence struck a chord within Mei.Zh: 她顿时明白，过去她一直忽视内心的声音，总是被理智所左右。En: She suddenly realized that she had been ignoring her inner voice, always being led by reason.Zh: 梅感激地谢谢和尚，然后在花园中坐了一会儿。En: Feeling grateful, Mei thanked the monk and then sat in the garden for a while.Zh: 她仿佛感受到内心深处的声音在轻轻回应，告诉她信任自己的感觉和直觉。En: She seemed to feel the voice from deep within gently responding, telling her to trust her feelings and intuition.Zh: 当梅起身离开时，她的步伐轻盈了许多。En: When Mei got up to leave, her steps were much lighter.Zh: 回到节日的人群中，她感到一种新的力量和方向感。En: Returning to the festival crowd, she felt a new sense of strength and direction.Zh: 在佳浩和丽芬的边上，梅微笑着。En: Standing beside Jiahao and Lifen, Mei smiled.Zh: 那一刻，梅知道自己已经找到了一些答案。En: At that moment, Mei knew she had found some answers.Zh: 她决定，今后会更加信任自己的内心，无论未来的旅途如何。En: She decided that in the future, she would trust her inner self more, no matter how the journey ahead unfolds.Zh: 梅回到喧闹的节日中，但她的内心却异常平静而坚定。En: Mei returned to the lively festival, but her heart was exceptionally calm and steadfast.Zh: 她知道，一个崭新的旅程，已经从此开始。En: She knew that a brand-new journey had begun from that moment. Vocabulary Words:entrance: 入口hidden: 隐秘blossoms: 盛开的樱花breeze: 微风hustle and bustle: 喧嚣contradictions: 矛盾clarity: 明晰spiritual: 心灵inspire: 启发occasion: 场合throng: 拥挤的人群esteem: 尊重serene: 安详source: 一股grateful: 感激intuition: 直觉tranquility: 宁静festive: 欢乐的inner voice: 内心的声音reason: 理智realized: 明白responding: 回应steadfast: 坚定journey: 旅程blossoming: 盛开的direction: 方向gathered: 聚集challenges: 挑战enlightenment: 启发strength: 力量

As the Labor Day holiday draws to a close, China's railways are experiencing a peak in return travel, with passenger traffic remaining at a high level.

“I try to picture where he was, what it might've been like, what circumstances would've made him sound like that.”In September of 2015, 30-year-old Henry McCabe was preparing for a massive move. A Liberian immigrant living in Mounds View, Minnesota, Henry worked as a tax auditor for the state and was married with two children. His wife and he were preparing to move to California, and she'd already gone ahead with their two daughters while Henry wrapped some things up in Minnesota.On the evening of Sunday, September 6th - Labor Day weekend - Henry decided to go out for a night with a pair of friends. Hours later, in the early morning hours of September 7th, he would place a phone call to his wife, leaving behind a strange voicemail that would baffle investigators and cast doubt on his final hours...Learn more about this podcast at http://unresolved.meCheck out the podcast store at unresolved.dashery.comIf you would like to support this podcast, consider heading to https://www.patreon.com/unresolvedpod to become a Patron or ProducerBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/unresolved-a-true-crime-mystery-podcast--3266604/support.

Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: Mystery Solved: A Budapest Conference Drama Unfolds Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2026-05-04-22-34-01-hu Story Transcript:Hu: A tavasz vidám zsongással köszöntött Budapest utcáira.En: Spring greeted the streets of Budapest with cheerful buzzing.Hu: A Duna partján csillogott a napfény, és a fák friss zöld lombjai alatt turisták siettek felfedezni a várost.En: Sunlight glimmered on the banks of the Danube, and under the fresh green foliage of the trees, tourists hurried to explore the city.Hu: Ebben a nyüzsgő környezetben állt a modern konferencia központ, ahol nemzetközi csúcstalálkozót tartottak.En: In this bustling environment stood the modern conference center, where an international summit was being held.Hu: József, a konferencia ügyes koordinátora, már hajnalban megérkezett.En: József, the skilled coordinator of the conference, arrived early at dawn.Hu: Gondosan ügyelt minden apró részletre.En: He meticulously attended to every small detail.Hu: Aznap fontos dokumentumok érkeztek, melyeket sürgősen el kellett juttatni a délelőtti találkozóra.En: That day, important documents arrived that urgently needed to be delivered for the morning meeting.Hu: Közben a kollégák Labor Day ünnepségéről beszéltek, de József figyelme a munkára koncentrált.En: Meanwhile, colleagues spoke of the Labor Day celebrations, but József's focus remained on his work.Hu: Reggel kilenc óra körül Bálint, az egyik segítő, izgatottan rohant hozzá.En: Around nine in the morning, Bálint, one of the assistants, ran to him excitedly.Hu: Szemeiben aggodalom csillant.En: Worry sparkled in his eyes.Hu: "József, a dokumentum eltűnt!En: "József, the document is missing!"Hu: " mondta izgatottan.En: he said excitedly.Hu: József szíve kihagyott egy ütemet.En: József's heart skipped a beat.Hu: Tudta, mennyire fontos az a papír.En: He knew how important that paper was.Hu: A megbeszélés nélküle nem kezdődhetett el.En: The meeting could not proceed without it.Hu: Az elkövetkezendő percekben feszültség lappangott a konferencia termeiben.En: In the minutes that followed, tension lingered in the conference rooms.Hu: József sejtette, hogy a dokumentum nem tűnhetett el nyomtalanul.En: József suspected that the document could not have disappeared without a trace.Hu: Kinga, a szomszédos iroda vezetője, és a többi résztvevő is segíteni próbált, de az idő egyre szorosabb volt.En: Kinga, the head of the neighboring office, and the other participants tried to help, but time was getting tighter.Hu: József elmélázott pillanatig.En: József pondered for a moment.Hu: Imádta a rejtélyes történeteket, és most úgy döntött, önmaga lesz a detektív.En: He loved mysterious stories and decided he would be the detective himself.Hu: A kávészünetben, amikor mindenki a kis büfébe indult, József észrevétlenül körülnézett.En: During the coffee break, when everyone headed to the small buffet, József discreetly looked around.Hu: Megvizsgálta a helyszíneket, a sarkokat, ahol senki sem figyelt.En: He examined the locations, the corners where no one was watching.Hu: Egy félreeső konferenciaterembe nyitott be, melyet aznap már használtak egy előző találkozóra.En: He opened into a secluded conference room, which had already been used earlier for a previous meeting that day.Hu: Az ablakpárkányon egy kis nyílás vonzotta a szemét.En: A small gap on the windowsill caught his eye.Hu: József óvatosan közeledett.En: József approached cautiously.Hu: Rejtett zug volt, ahol senki sem kereste volna.En: It was a hidden nook where no one would have searched.Hu: És ott talált rá a szóban forgó dokumentumra, gondosan összekötözve.En: And there he found the document in question, carefully tied up.Hu: A lakatú ajtó azért zárva, mert valaki elfelejtette visszatérni miután megszakadt a korábbi ülés.En: The lockable door had remained closed because someone forgot to return after the earlier session was interrupted.Hu: Átkarolva a papírokat visszatért a főterembe, ahol rá várták.En: Embracing the papers, he returned to the main hall where they awaited him.Hu: A leülésére készen álló delegáltak észrevették, amint belépett.En: The delegates, ready to take their seats, noticed as he entered.Hu: Megkönnyebbült sóhaj kélt fel.En: A sigh of relief arose.Hu: József mosolyogva átadta a dokumentumokat, pontosan időben.En: József smiled as he handed over the documents, right on time.Hu: A megbeszélés zökkenőmentesen folytatódhatott.En: The meeting could continue smoothly.Hu: Kinga hálával telve dicsérte ügyességét.En: Kinga, filled with gratitude, praised his skillfulness.Hu: József sosem volt még ilyen büszke magára.En: József had never been prouder of himself.Hu: Rájött, hogy a találékonyság és az elszántság néha a legnagyobb erényei lehetnek egy váratlan helyzet megoldásában.En: He realized that resourcefulness and determination could sometimes be his greatest virtues in solving an unexpected situation.Hu: Azután vidáman csatlakozott a délutáni szünethez, ahol már mindenki újabb sikeres munkanapnak örvendett.En: Then he happily joined the afternoon break, where everyone enjoyed another successful workday. Vocabulary Words:greeted: köszöntöttbuzzing: zsongássalglimmered: csillogottbustling: nyüzsgőcoordinator: koordinátorameticulously: gondosanurgently: sürgősencolleagues: kollégákexcitement: izgatottanworried: aggodalomsuspected: sejtettelinger: lappangottpondered: elmélázottmysterious: rejtélyesdiscreetly: észrevétlenülsecluded: félreesőwindowsill: ablakpárkányonapproached: közeledettnook: zugnoticed: észrevettékrelief: megkönnyebbültgratitude: hálávalskillfulness: ügyességétresourcefulness: találékonyságdetermination: elszántságvirtues: erényeiunexpected: váratlansituation: helyzetsuccessful: sikeresenjoyed: örvendett

Support Green and Red Podcast and get analysis on U.S. politics, leftist strategy, and anti-establishment resistance at https://www.patreon.com/greenredpodcast.Here is a repost of our May Day episode from 2021. In it, we talk about the history of May Day from pagan rituals to the Haymarket Affair to International Workers' Day to Labor Day and Loyalty Day. And we discuss how the ruling class's “war on the left” fits into the politics of May Day vs. Labor Day.Spend an hour of your International Workers' Day hearing about the history of May Day. You won't regret it. ---------------------------------------------Outro// "Green and Red Blues" by MoodyLinks//

It's time once again for the annual Summer Movie Wager! Our friends Peter Sciretta, BJ Colangelo, and Germain Lussier return to the show to stake their claims along with the Filmcast crew, on this summer's box office. Come back at summer's end to find out who will take the prize as the winner of the 2026 wager. You can play along at thesummermoviewager.com. To be considered for the leaderboard, you must enter by April 29, 2026We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok Instagram Threads The Summer Movie Wager is a game that we play during the summer of each year. You can find the history of the game and play along at thesummermoviewager.com (thanks to Dennis for putting that site together). The general goal of this game is to predict the highest grossing films of the summer in terms of domestic box office, in the correct order. The closer you get to the final ranked order, the more points you get. This year, the summer movie wager will begin on April 30, 2026 (with the release of The Devil Wears Prada 2) and last through September 7, 2026, Labor Day, as usual. Each of your 13 picks (10 movies and 3 dark horses) gets a single score assigned to it by using the following rules: -If your picked movie for #1 OR #10 is correct, you score 13 points for it. -If your picked movie for 2-9  is correct, you score 10 points for it. -If your picked movie is only 1 spot away from its actual placement, you score 7 points for it. -If your picked movie is only 2 spots away from its actual placement, you score 5 points for it. -If your picked movie is placed inside the Top 10, you score 3 points for it. -If your picked movie is not placed inside the Top 10, you score 0 points for it. -For each of your picked dark horses placed inside the Top 10, you score 1 point. If two or more rules apply to a single pick, only that single rule will be applied which assigns the highest point value to that pick. For example: If your pick for #1 is correct, you don't get 16 points for it because it is #1 and because it placed inside the Top 10; instead you only get 13 points for it.Germain's Top 101. Spider-Man: Brand New Day2. Toy Story 53. The Odyssey4. Minions & Monsters5. Moana6. Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu7. The Devil Wears Prada 28. Disclosure Day9. Supergirl10. Scary MovieDARK HORSES:- Mortal Kombat II- Masters of the Universe- ObsessionTIE BREAKER: $657MMBJ's Top 101. Toy Story 52. Spider-Man: Brand New Day3. The Odyssey4. Minions & Monsters5. Supergirl6. Moana7. Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu8. Disclosure Day9. The Devil Wears Prada 210. Masters of the UniverseDARK HORSES:- Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie- Evil Dead Burn- ObsessionTIE BREAKER: $1.4BPeter's Top 101. Toy Story 52. Spider-Man: Brand New Day3. Minions & Monsters4. Moana5. The Odyssey6. The Devil Wears Prada 27. Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu8. Supergirl9. Disclosure Day10. Scary Movie DARK HORSES:- Masters of the Universe- Mortal Kombat II- Evil Dead BurnTIE BREAKER: $441MMDevindra's Top 101. Spider-Man: Brand New Day2. The Odyssey3. Toy Story 54. Minions & Monsters5. Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu6. Moana7. Supergirl8. The Devil Wears Prada 29. Mortal Kombat II10. Disclosure DayDARK HORSES:- Obsession- Billie Eilish: Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour- Scary MovieTIE BREAKER: $650MMJeff's Top 101. Toy Story 52. Spider-Man: Brand New Day3. The Odyssey4. Moana5. Minions & Monsters6. The Devil Wears Prada 27. Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu8. Supergirl9. Scary Movie10. Mortal Kombat IIDARK HORSES:- Disclosure Day- Masters of the Universe- Evil Dead BurnTIE BREAKER: $457MMDavid's Top 101. Spider-Man: Brand New Day2. Toy Story 53. Minions & Monsters4. Moana5. The Odyssey6. Supergirl7. Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu8. The Devil Wears Prada 29. Scary Movie10. Mortal Kombat IIDARK HORSES:- Disclosure Day- Jackass: Best and Last- Masters of the UniverseTIE BREAKER: $580MMSupport David's artistic endeavors at his Patreon and subscribe to his free newsletter Decoding Everything. Check out Jeff Cannata's podcasts DLC and We Have Concerns. Listen to Devindra's podcast with Engadget on all things tech. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com.Credits: Our theme song is by Tim McEwan from The Midnight. This episode was edited by Noah Ross who also created our weekly plugs and spoiler bumper music. Our Slashfilmcourt music comes from Simon Harris. If you'd like to advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com. You can support the podcast by going to patreon.com/filmpodcast or by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Donna is diving into one of the most talked-about séance experiments in paranormal history called the Scole Experiment . Starting in 1993, two married couples spent five years holding séances in complete darkness, claiming a "spirit team" was producing floating lights, levitating objects, and mysterious images on sealed film. Kerri has a case that starts as a missing child and gets so much darker from there. Cathy Davidson was reported missing over Labor Day weekend 1973 after what her family called a picnic trip to Warren Dunes State Park in Michigan. The case gets dark from there when her stepmother Anna Young went on to found a violent cult in Florida. If you have any local true crime, local urban legend/lore, ghost stories.. we want them all!! We want to hear from YOU. Especially if you have any funny Ambien stories! Email us at aparanormalchicks@gmail.com Join The Creepinati @ www.patreon.com/theAPCpodcast Edited by Caden Baughman at Guestroom Studio https://www.gstrmstudio.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Donna is diving into one of the most talked-about séance experiments in paranormal history called the Scole Experiment . Starting in 1993, two married couples spent five years holding séances in complete darkness, claiming a "spirit team" was producing floating lights, levitating objects, and mysterious images on sealed film. Kerri has a case that starts as a missing child and gets so much darker from there. Cathy Davidson was reported missing over Labor Day weekend 1973 after what her family called a picnic trip to Warren Dunes State Park in Michigan. The case gets dark from there when her stepmother Anna Young went on to found a violent cult in Florida. If you have any local true crime, local urban legend/lore, ghost stories.. we want them all!! We want to hear from YOU. Especially if you have any funny Ambien stories! Email us at aparanormalchicks@gmail.com Join The Creepinati @ www.patreon.com/theAPCpodcast Edited by Caden Baughman at Guestroom Studio https://www.gstrmstudio.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Labor Day trip to Gettysburg felt like the perfect mix of history and just enough of a haunted edge to make it interesting. The inn they booked had a long past and a reputation to match, which only added to the appeal.But the strange part didn't start there. It started on the drive in.After a normal call from the innkeeper about checking in early, the same number began calling back. Over and over. Each time, there was no voice—just a strange, electronic noise that didn't sound quite right.Even after they arrived, it didn't stop.Standing inside the inn with the innkeeper right in front of them, the calls kept coming. No one could explain it. And when a voicemail came through later, it only made things harder to brush off.In a place like Gettysburg, it raises a simple question—who was actually trying to get through?#RealGhostStories #GettysburgGhosts #HauntedInn #ParanormalEncounter #GhostCall #HauntedGettysburg #SupernaturalVoicemail #CivilWarGhosts #HistoricHaunting #TheOtherEndOfTheLine Love real ghost stories? Want even more?Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access:

10. Colonel Jeff McCausland discusses the stalling of Venezuela's transition by the Rodriguez family. He questions if oil production can increase quickly enough to impact US gas prices before Labor Day.1662

SCHEDULE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, 4-15-2026.1705 PERSIAN EMPIRE1. Captain James Fanell discusses Iran using Chinese commercial satellites for targeting US bases. He notes the US Navy's successful and complete blockade of the Strait of Hormuz to pressure Tehran's oil economy.2. General Blaine Holt suggests China may have allowed its satellite technology transfer to Iran to be discovered. He highlights the US Air Force's successful air campaign doctrine and impressive technological capabilities.3. Steve Yates analyzes Taiwan's security, noting that Beijing should be deterred by US displays of capability in Venezuela and Iran. He observes Taiwanese skepticism toward CCP dialogue and peace overtures.4. Steve Yates critiques China's unsustainable plan to subsidize tech sectors to revive its economy. He highlights the strategic importance of Taiwan's semiconductor industry and its shift away from Mainland market investments.5. Mary Kissel reports on ceasefire talks between Israel and Hezbollah at the State Department. She discusses the US Navy's blockade on Iran and regional support for neutralizing Tehran's long influence.6. Mary Kissel examines the stalling of Venezuela's transition by the Rodriguez family. She notes a significant regional shift toward right-of-center, pro-US governments in South America, including Brazil, Chile, and Colombia.7. Annie Fixler details Iranian cyber strikes against critical infrastructure, including Jordanian wheat silos and US medical firms. She explains how Tehran pairs digital attacks with psychological operations to maximize disruption.8. Annie Fixler warns of sophisticated cyber threats from China and Russia. She highlights the danger of AI discovering software vulnerabilities and China's Volt Typhoon prepositioning within US critical infrastructure.9. Colonel Jeff McCausland assesses the Strait of Hormuz blockade and China's military resupply of Iran. He notes Vladimir Putin's strategic losses in Ukraine and the impact of Viktor Orbán's electoral defeat.10. Colonel Jeff McCausland discusses the stalling of Venezuela's transition by the Rodriguez family. He questions if oil production can increase quickly enough to impact US gas prices before Labor Day.11. Jack Burnham warns about security risks in Huawei, ZTE, and Hikvision equipment. He notes Hikvision's role in the Uyghur genocide and the export of surveillance technology to various authoritarian regimes.12. Jack Burnham explains how Iran leveraged a Chinese commercial satellite for precise military strikes on US targets. He warns that rogue nations can now easily purchase advanced orbital capabilities off-the-shelf.13. Michael Bernstam explains why the Strait of Hormuz blockade has not caused an oil price spike, citing diverted pipelines in Saudi Arabia and the UAE. He notes China's impending shortfall due to the blockade.14. Michael Bernstam details Russia's exhausted budget deficit and declining oil production caused by sanctions and technological backwardness. He highlights Viktor Orbán's electoral defeat as a major democratic victory for the EU.15. Ken Croswell describes the landmark discovery of a lone black hole in the Milky Way. Using the Hubble Space Telescope, astronomers identified this massive object by its gravitational effect on light.16. Ken Croswell calculates that a black hole likely exists within fifty light-years of Earth. He reassures that the galaxy's vastness makes a catastrophic encounter with our solar system extremely unlikely.