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Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day for September 26, 2025 is: gesundheit • guh-ZOONT-hyte • interjection Gesundheit is an interjection used to wish good health to one who has just sneezed. // I sneezed three times in a row, and my coworker called "gesundheit!" from the next cubicle. See the entry > Examples: "Personally, I did not like my husband's sneezing into his hand, so I stopped saying 'gesundheit' whenever he did that. He now almost always sneezes into his elbow." — The Toronto Star, 27 Jan. 2024 Did you know? When English speakers hear "achoo," they usually respond with either "gesundheit" or "God bless you." Gesundheit was borrowed in the early 20th century from German, where it literally means "health"; it was formed from gesund ("healthy") and -heit ("-hood"). Wishing a person good health when they sneeze was historically believed to forestall the illness that a sneeze often portends. "God bless you" had a similar purpose, albeit with more divine weight to the well-wishing. Gesundheit at one time also served as a toast when drinking (much like its English counterpart, "to your health"), but this use is now largely obsolete.

In this special lead-up to the 200th episode of the Equipping ELLs podcast, host Beth Vaucher dives into one of the most requested and transformational topics for educators of multilingual learners—how to build practical, effective routines to strengthen all four language domains: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Whether you're new to supporting English Language Learners or a seasoned ELL specialist, this episode is filled with immediately applicable strategies that will streamline your planning and empower your students.Beth breaks down the importance of focusing on each language domain and how they connect to real classroom success. She shares research-backed insights that explain why active listening is the foundation for language acquisition, and why pre-listening strategies can dramatically improve comprehension. She then reveals a simple yet powerful speaking routine using picture prompts that not only promotes daily oral language practice but builds vocabulary and confidence in a safe, engaging environment.When it comes to reading, Beth emphasizes the need to front-load vocabulary—especially Tier 2 words—and gives clear guidance on how to select which words to pre-teach for maximum impact. Writing doesn't get left behind—she introduces the fun and collaborative “Strengthen a Sentence” routine that makes writing less intimidating and more interactive for ELL students at all levels.The episode wraps up with a practical walkthrough of how to integrate all four language domains into one cohesive lesson using a single anchor text. From read-alouds to conversation cards to scaffolded writing prompts, Beth outlines a plug-and-play structure that ensures your lessons are both academically rich and language supportive.Listeners are also invited to celebrate the podcast's 200th episode with a special giveaway—weekly $20 Teachers Pay Teachers gift cards and a $200 Amazon grand prize. To enter, simply leave a review on your favorite platform, screenshot it, and send it to @equippingELLs on Instagram or email hello@equippingells.com.If you're looking for done-for-you resources that align with this episode, check out the Unlocking Language Through Read Alouds bundle, or grab the free domain-by-level expectation charts in the show notes. Whether you teach newcomers or advanced multilingual learners, this episode is your step-by-step guide to empowering every student with intentional, high-impact routines. Don't forget to leave a review and enter the giveaway before October 24th!Links and Resources:Sign Up for the FREE Webinar⁠⁠⁠Join the Equipping ELLs Membership Shop our TpT Store

Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day for September 25, 2025 is: anomaly • uh-NAH-muh-lee • noun Anomaly is a somewhat formal word that refers to something that is remarkable in its deviation from what is usual or expected. // Last summer's storm was an anomaly for this area. // We were unable to explain the anomalies in the test results. See the entry > Examples: “Magic realism usually makes no attempt to explain or justify the anomaly behind the magical event. Its justification lies in the conceptual possibilities it allows for in the narrative, pleasure it provides, and feeling of strangeness that comes from a familiar world being tweaked.” — Anthony Dunne and Fiona Raby, Not Here, Not Now: Speculative Thought, Impossibility, and the Design Imagination, 2025 Did you know? You might be familiar with the Greek word homos, which means “same.” It is from this word that we get words like homonym, homogeneous, and homophone, all of which have to do with sameness or similarity. What does this have to do with anomaly? Although it's not obvious, homos is a part of the etymology of anomaly, too. Anomaly is a descendant—by way of Latin and Middle French—of the Greek word anṓmalos, which means “uneven” or “irregular.” Anṓmalos comes from the prefix a- (meaning “not”) and the word homalόs (meaning “even”)—and homalόs comes from homos.

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Comenzaremos la primera parte del programa con algunas reflexiones sobre el discurso del presidente Trump ante la Asamblea de la ONU. El presidente dejó a mucha gente conmocionada con sus ataques contra la ONU, la situación migratoria en la UE, y su calificación del cambio climático como un “bulo” y un “timo”. Continuaremos con una noticia sobre el expresidente filipino Duterte, a quien se acusó formalmente de crímenes de lesa humanidad. La noticia de ciencia trata sobre un artículo que informa de una asociación entre la reducción de la ingesta de cafeína y los sueños vívidos. Y, para acabar, hablaremos de la ceremonia de entrega de los Premios Ig Nobel, que celebran la investigación peculiar pero innovadora. El resto del episodio de hoy lo dedicaremos a la lengua y la cultura españolas. La primera conversación incluirá ejemplos del tema de gramática de la semana, Uses of Por - Part II. En esta conversación hablaremos del euro, la moneda de curso legal actual en España, y de la peseta, la moneda que teníamos antes del euro. También comentaremos algunas curiosidades al respecto… Y, en nuestra última conversación, aprenderemos a usar una nueva expresión española, dar en el clavo. La usaremos para hablar de las Guerras Púnicas. Hacia el siglo III a. C, la Península Ibérica jugó un papel crucial en esas guerras e Hispania acabó convirtiéndose en un punto estratégico del Mediterráneo occidental. También planteamos un acertijo… Donald Trump pronunció un discurso en la ONU lleno de agravios y ataques El expresidente filipino Duterte, acusado formalmente de crímenes de lesa humanidad ¿Causa reducir la ingesta de cafeína sueños vívidos y coloridos? Los beneficios nutricionales del teflón y la física de la salsa para pasta, en los premios Ig Nobel De la peseta al euro Las Guerras Púnicas en la Península Ibérica  

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Welcome to Episode 274 of Autism Parenting Secrets.This week we're talking about hope, progress, and the breakthroughs that can happen when you uncover and address what's truly holding your child back. My guest is Dr. Darin Ingels, a naturopathic physician, immunologist, and author who has helped countless families dealing with complex chronic illnesses. He shares a remarkable case study of a young man with autism whose language and quality of life transformed dramatically in his twenties through immunotherapy. Parents often wonder if it's “too late” for their child — this conversation makes clear that it's not.The secret this week is…It's NEVER Too Late For BREAKTHROUGHSYou'll Discover:Why IMMUNE Dysfunction Is Often the Hidden Blocker to Language (1:54)How Low-Dose Immunotherapy (LDI) Can Unlock Neuroplasticity (4:54)The Overlooked Role of Mast Cell Activation in Autism (9:28)Why Sublingual Immunotherapy Is Safe, Proven, and Underutilized (15:55)The Hopeful Truth: The Brain Can Change At Any Age (17:49)About Our Guest:Dr. Darin Ingels, ND, FAAEM, FMAPS is a licensed naturopathic doctor, author, and international speaker specializing in Lyme disease, autism, chronic illness, and immune dysfunction. A former Lyme patient himself, he overcame a three-year battle with the illness using diet, lifestyle, and natural therapies — an approach he has since applied in treating more than 8,000 patients, many of whom have gone on to live healthy, symptom-free lives. With over 30 years of clinical experience, Dr. Ingels has helped thousands restore health through immunotherapy and other natural approaches. He is the author of The Lyme Solution: A 5-Part Plan to Fight the Inflammatory Autoimmune Response and Beat Lyme Disease and works with families both in person and virtually worldwide.https://dariningelsnd.com/References In This Episode:The Lyme Solution by Dr. Darin IngelsAPS Episode 240 - Regulate Brain MAST CELLS with Dr. Theoharis TheoharidesAdditional Resources:To learn more about personalized 1:1 support, go to www.elevatehowyounavigate.comTake The Quiz: What's YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?If you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.

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In this conversation, Dr. Nicole Cain discusses her expertise in anxiety and panic attacks, emphasizing the importance of understanding these experiences as part of the human condition. She explores the biological and psychological aspects of anxiety, the impact of language on our perception of mental health, and the significance of identity in healing. Dr. Cain introduces various coping strategies, including the use of EMDR and havening, and highlights the importance of teaching children about emotional intelligence and body awareness. The discussion underscores the need for holistic approaches to mental health and the power of personal agency in overcoming anxiety.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Dr. Nicole Cain and Panic Attacks03:01 Understanding Anxiety and Panic Attacks06:02 The Power of Identity in Healing08:45 The Role of Fear and Anxiety in Our Lives11:52 The Impact of Language on Mental Health14:47 Rewiring Our Responses to Anxiety17:56 The Importance of Acknowledging Symptoms20:53 Exploring Different Types of Anxiety24:10 The Future of Anxiety Treatment28:11 Understanding Anxiety and Its Physical Manifestations30:05 Navigating Panic Attacks: Strategies for Prevention32:39 The Stoplight Strategy: Recognizing Emotional States36:14 Integrating Holistic Approaches in Anxiety Treatment41:25 The Power of EMDR in Healing Trauma46:41 Modeling Emotional Intelligence for Children49:59 Havening: A New Tool for Managing Anxiety

Wir beginnen den ersten Teil unseres Programms mit einem Rückblick auf die Rede von US-Präsident Donald Trump vor der UN-Generalversammlung. Der Präsident schockierte viele mit seinen Angriffen auf die UNO, seinen Bemerkungen zur Migrationssituation in der EU und seiner Zurückweisung des Klimawandels als „Schwindel“ und „Betrug“. Anschließend sprechen wir über den ehemaligen philippinischen Präsidenten Rodrigo Duterte, der wegen Verbrechen gegen die Menschlichkeit angeklagt wurde. Unser Wissenschaftsthema widmet sich heute einem Artikel, der über einen Zusammenhang zwischen reduziertem Koffeinkonsum und lebhafteren Träumen berichtet. Und zum Schluss sprechen wir über die Verleihung der Ig-Nobelpreise 2025, mit denen skurrile, aber innovative Forschungsarbeiten ausgezeichnet werden. Der Rest des Programms ist der deutschen Sprache und Kultur gewidmet. Die heutige Grammatiklektion konzentriert sich auf Subordinating Conjunctions – Part 1, und es wird um den sogenannten Plattenbau gehen. Ursprünglich kommt dieser Gebäudetyp aus der ehemaligen Sowjetunion. Er wurde später massenhaft in der DDR gebaut und scheint heutzutage ein trostloses Beton-Relikt aus vergangenen Zeiten zu sein. Doch es gibt durchaus auch positive Assoziationen mit der „Platte“. Wenn wir darüber reden, was einem so richtig auf die Nerven geht, um auf unsere heutige Redewendung zu sprechen zu kommen, so fällt einem sofort Werbung ein. Das sind diese lästigen Spots, denen man anscheinend nicht entkommen kann und die sich doch tief in unser Unterbewusstsein einprägen. Wir werfen einen Blick auf die deutsche Werbung vergangener Jahre. Trumps Rede vor der UN-Generalversammlung – Beschwerden und Angriffe Anklage gegen Rodrigo Duterte wegen Verbrechen gegen die Menschlichkeit Kann weniger Koffein Träume lebhafter und bunter machen? Ig-Nobelpreis 2025: Ernährungsphysiologischer Nutzen von Teflon und die physikalischen Grundlagen von Nudelsaucen Der Plattenbau Deutsche Werbung: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly

Send us a textSilence in the language classroom doesn't mean students aren't saying anything.  Silence is information. In this episode of Growing With Proficiency: The Podcast, we explore why silence can be a valuable source of information and how teachers can use it to foster curiosity, lower risk, and create more meaningful engagement.You'll learn: The 3 main reasons students don't respond to questionsHow to make your questions comprehensible and accessibleLow-prep strategies that lower response risk and boost participationWays to connect unit content to your students' lives without rewriting your curriculumResources mentioned in this episode:Episode 161 with Becca Silver: Moving Past the “Shoulds”Episode 157 with Dr. Karen Lichtman & Jason Fritze: Three Key Skills for Teaching AcquisitionEpisode 54 with Paulino Brenner: Asking Better Questions in the Language ClassroomEpisode 88 with Dr. Bill VanPatten: What about Output?If you're ready to reframe silence from something frustrating to something informative, this episode will give you practical tools and a new perspective to bring into your classroom tomorrow.More resources:Join the waitlist for Growing With Proficiency: The Spanish Teacher Academy → growingwithproficiency.com/academyFollow me on Instagram @claudiamelliott ​​

In this heartwarming episode of Reading with Your Kids, host Jed Doherty explores the power of multicultural children's literature through conversations with two remarkable authors who celebrate family, language, and personal growth. First, Mari Bellas shares her delightful picture book "Tio Ricky Doesn't Speak English," a touching story that highlights the important role children play as family translators. The book beautifully captures the experience of bilingual families, showing how language can be a bridge of understanding and love. Mari's passion stems from her own multicultural background, raising bilingual children and creating representation in children's literature. The episode then shifts to Meredith Rusu's inspiring book "When Auggie Learned to Play Chess," a touching narrative about a young boy finding confidence through learning chess with his father. Rusu's story is deeply personal, inspired by her father-in-law's immigration journey and the intergenerational connections formed over a chessboard. Both authors emphasize the importance of diverse storytelling, showing how children's books can:     Build cultural understanding     Celebrate family connections     Encourage language learning     Boost children's confidence     Create windows into different experiences Listeners will be inspired by the authors' personal stories of cultural identity, family bonds, and the transformative power of storytelling. Whether you're a parent interested in bilingualism, a lover of children's literature, or someone who appreciates heartwarming family narratives, this episode offers something special. The conversation goes beyond simple storytelling, exploring themes of resilience, communication, and the magic that happens when families share experiences across languages and generations. Parents, educators, and book lovers will find this episode both educational and deeply touching, reminding us that every story has the potential to connect, teach, and inspire. Click here to visit our website – www.ReadingWithYourKids.com Follow Us On Social Media Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/readingwithyourkids Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/readingwithyourkids/ X - https://x.com/jedliemagic LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/reading-with-your-kids-podcast/ Please consider leaving a review of this episode and the podcast on whatever app you are listening on, it really helps!

Pragmatic language is about more than just talking—it's the invisible set of social rules that help conversations flow and relationships grow. For children on the spectrum, these skills can be tricky, but they're also essential, especially as they move from elementary into middle school.In this episode of the Not Your Average Autism Mom podcast, Shannon explains what pragmatic language really means, why it matters so much, and how you can practice these skills at home. You'll walk away with practical strategies, everyday examples, and a new perspective on helping your child build confidence and connection—one conversation at a time. And if you missed it, Shannon was recently featured on News Nation Now with Nichole Berlie, ahead of the administration's autism announcement on September 22nd. She shares her perspective as a mom raising an autistic son and as the founder of Not Your Average Autism Mom. Every chance she gets to use her voice for families like ours is a privilege—and this conversation was no exception.

Laura Spinney joins to discuss her new book Proto: How One Ancient Language Went Global, tracing the unlikely rise of Indo-European and why most of the world now speaks it. Also, a look at the Dallas ICE field office shooting in the broader context of political violence and how we categorize it. And in the Spiel: Jimmy Kimmel's comeback monologue, Donald Trump's cancellation calculations, and Sarah McLachlan's rhymes—or lack thereof. Produced by Corey Wara Production Coordinator Ashley Khan Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠thegist@mikepesca.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ To advertise on the show, contact ⁠⁠⁠⁠ad-sales@libsyn.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://advertising.libsyn.com/TheGist⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to The Gist: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://subscribe.mikepesca.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to The Gist Youtube Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4_bh0wHgk2YfpKf4rg40_g⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to The Gist Instagram Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠GIST INSTAGRAM⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow The Gist List at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Pesca⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Profundities | Mike Pesca | Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠

Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day for September 24, 2025 is: brandish • BRAN-dish • verb To brandish something, such as a weapon, is to wave or swing it in a threatening or excited manner. // Squeals of laughter erupted as three children brandishing squirt guns rounded the corner of the house. See the entry > Examples: “The dancers are young men from the neighborhoods dressed in dark robes accented by bright yellow, red and blue accessories and tall, maroon hats called Tkoumbout adorned with silver jewelry. The men's dances and women's chants have been passed down through generations. Children participate in the festivities by mimicking the older performers. Boys brandish miniature swords and scarves in their small hands and girls stand with the female drummers.” — Audrey Thibert, The Associated Press, 1 July 2025 Did you know? The word brandish is often paired with a word for a weapon, such as knife or handgun. The link between brandish and weaponry is present in the word's etymology: brandish comes ultimately from a Germanic word meaning “sword.” Since the word's 14th century introduction to the English language (by way of Anglo-French) weapons have commonly been the things brandished, but also extensive is the use of brandish with things that are wielded to defeat in other ways, such as banners and placards used in the war of ideas. One can even brandish something that isn't physical, such as a law or one's intellect. In that case, you are figuratively waving the thing in someone's face so that it cannot be ignored.

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Comenzaremos la primera parte del programa hablando del aumento del consumo de cocaína en Estados Unidos en medio de la lucha contra el fentanilo; y de la eliminación de la cuenta de YouTube de Nicolás Maduro. Hablaremos también de un estudio sobre los chimpancés y su consumo de alcohol en frutas fermentadas; y por último, del concierto Amazonia Live, en el cual Mariah Carey y artistas del norte de Brasil celebraron la protección del medio ambiente.    Para la segunda parte del programa les tenemos más acontecimientos relacionados a América Latina. En nuestro diálogo gramatical ilustraremos ejemplos de Uses of the preposition POR. En este segmento hablaremos del Palacio Azteca en la Exposición Universal de París de 1889. Cerraremos la emisión explorando el uso de la frase Enterrar la cabeza como el avestruz; mientras comentamos una entrevista que le hizo Mario Vargas Llosa a Jorge Luis Borges. - México, Colombia y el regreso de la cocaína a Estados Unidos - YouTube suspende la cuenta de Nicolás Maduro - Estudio en chimpancés ofrece claves sobre nuestra predisposición al consumo de alcohol - Mariah Carey lidera festival de música en la Amazonía - El Palacio Azteca, carta de presentación de México en el mundo - Borges y Vargas Llosa, entre la admiración y la indiferencia

As concerns continue to grow over ICE detention and enforcement in California, the agency is also ramping up its hiring efforts, as it aims to bring on 10,000 new agents by the end of the year. But some experts say the agency's recruitment strategy is filled with white nationalist messages and imagery. Reporter: Gustavo Solis, KPBS After months of delays and refinement, supervisors in Shasta County, which has for years been at the center of election integrity debates, have approved funding for new changes to the county's voting system. Reporter: Roman Battaglia, Jefferson Public Radio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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We all long to feel connected to our loved ones after they have  crossed over. That ache to speak with them again never really goes away. But is it possible to make that conversation real? Can it be instinctual, natural, like you're just talking to someone beside you? In this  Language of Love Conversation, I sit down with psychic medium and spiritual teacher MaryAnn DiMarco to explore the unseen support surrounding us. MaryAnn shows how connecting with spirit guides isn't reserved for the gifted; it's something every single one of us can do. Talking with her feels like being handed a secret key to a whole new world, one where guidance shows up in the middle of everyday chaos, not just in moments of perfect stillness. MaryAnn shares her own journey of learning to trust her intuition and explains how our guides, angels, and loved ones work together to support us. We dive into why so many of us feel blocked, how to tell the difference between our own thoughts and true guidance, and what happens when we finally stop forcing and start trusting the path that's meant for us. Here's a sneak peek… The difference between guides, angels, and loved ones on the other side Why guidance often sounds like your own voice How to know when it's intuition speaking or just fear What to do when life feels stuck or off-track How your guides can help you manifest what you want Ways to reconnect with loved ones who have passed The surprising role your guides play in healing old wounds Why you don't need to be psychic to receive powerful guidance If this episode resonates with you, I invite you to explore more of what MaryAnn DiMarco has to offer at maryanndimarco.com You can follow her journey on Instagram and Facebook, and if you're feeling called, pick up one of her books or preorder her newest one, The Guide(s). If you've had a sign, a spiritual moment, or something meaningful you'd like to share, I'd truly love to hear from you. Feel free to reach out at languageoflovepod@gmail.com.And if you're navigating loss, take a look at the Good Grief Course. It's a gentle, structured path through grief designed to help you move forward while still honoring your connection. You don't have to do this alone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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What if our dreams were not just fragments of the night, but guiding voices for our lives and communities? Toko-pa Turner, Canadian author and internationally celebrated dreamworker, is the award-winning author of Belonging: Remembering Ourselves Home and The Dreaming Way: Courting the Wisdom of Dreams.  In this TIMELESS, she reminds us that dreaming is a language of the soul, one that reconnects us to belonging, to the earth and to each other. In How to Work With Dreams as a Daily Language, we explore how exile and belonging are intertwined, how grief holds essential medicine, and how dreams reveal the hidden threads of our shared psychic ecosystem.  We hope that hearing just this small part will give you space to contemplate, integrate and embody what is shared here and we highly recommend you to revisit the whole conversation. Join us for The Rhythm: live meditation sessions twice a week with our community - no recordings to catch up on, just show up and breathe together. For links and more, visit https://allthatweare.org/ 

Business leader and mentor Irina Alexander joins Rich to unpack a neuroscience-rooted framework for staying regulated under pressure—especially in high-stress fields like first response and frontline leadership. She explains her C.A.R.E.S.™ approach (Communication, Awareness, Resilience, Emotional literacy, Self-mastery), why “knowing isn't enough,” and how resilience is the byproduct of daily practices. Irina also shares candid stories of burnout, recovery, and the practical tools that help people shift from reactivity to regulation. Sponsored by Maryland Pickers Guest Bio:  Irina Alexander is a businesswoman, investor, and international speaker who founded The Academy of MotivAction, a neuroscience-based training company serving first responders, corporate teams, and entrepreneurs. An MBA by 21 and certified NLP trainer, she's built and sold companies (including in HVAC), mentors' founders, and now focuses on scalable training that equips people to communicate better, regulate emotion under stress, and lead with integrity. Main Topics: ·         Irina's path from the former USSR to global entrepreneurship and mentorship·         Language learning and early international experiences (incl. China, Mandarin)·         Building in male-dominated industries and using “what makes you different” as an advantage·         Burnout: causes, warning signs, and honest self-assessment·         The C.A.R.E.S.™ Approach: Communication, Awareness, Resilience (as byproduct), Emotional literacy, Self-mastery·         Practical tools for emotional regulation vs. emotional reactivity·         Mentorship vs. “cookie-cutter” coaching; word-of-mouth model·         First responders & frontline pros: culture, stigma, proactive skill-building·         Meditation, BrainTap, and making quiet achievable for busy minds·         Fear of rejection → “Everything is possible” reframing·         Mirror work, self-forgiveness, and daily grace Resources mentioned: ·         The Academy of MotivActioSend us a textDonate HereMaryland PickersFamily Owned & Operated - Maryland Pickers Junk Removal & Hauling - Serving Harford & Baltimore CouDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

Michael Savage speaks with Steve Bannon about the assassination of Charlie Kirk and the threat of hate speech laws in America. He first shares his deep skepticism about the FBI's investigation into the assassination of Charlie Kirk, citing numerous inconsistencies in the official narrative. They discuss Savage's historical role in shaping the nationalist movement and the meaning behind his motto BORDERS, LANGUAGE, CULTURE.  Then, Savage dives deeper into the risks of implementing hate speech laws in the U.S., drawing from his own experience of being banned from entering Britain in 2009. He recites a prepared speech that was originally intended for the Cambridge Union debate, where he was to discuss political correctness and its threat to free speech. Savage highlights the importance of protecting offensive speech under the First Amendment and warns against censorship.

Part 1 Shownotes In this eye-opening first part of a special two-part episode of "Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu," Tom sits down with Mike Benz—former State Department official, executive director of the Foundation for Freedom Online, and a leading authority on the intersection of technology, media, and soft power. Benz unpacks the tangled web of non-governmental organizations (NGOs), the shifting dynamics of global influence, and how soft power has supplanted traditional warfare in the modern era. Tom and Mike go deep into the true origins and motivations behind NGOs, illuminating how many of these organizations operate as statecraft tools, intelligence fronts, and economic levers for the world's elite. From the rise of philanthropic organizations as vehicles for influence to the coordinated manipulation of global media, Part 1 shines a light on the hidden infrastructure behind democracy building, narrative control, and regime change. Mike exposes the intricate interplay between hedge funds, government foreign policy, media, and activism—detailing how policy and profit become inextricably linked through a process he dubs "drafting off of policy." If you've ever questioned who really pulls the strings behind elections, color revolutions, and the headlines you read every day, this episode will give you a radical new lens through which to see the world. SHOWNOTES00:00 NGOs as Instruments of Power02:43 History of Elite Media Control05:12 Media Manipulation and American Influence Abroad10:44 Soft Power vs. Military Might12:07 Hedge Funds, Donors, and Policy Manipulation (Soros Example)14:35 The “Blob”: Inside the Foreign Policy Establishment20:31 How Economic Interests Drive Foreign Policy23:01 Color Revolutions: Playbooks and Statecraft29:26 Can These Playbooks Be Used Domestically? (Transition Integrity Project)32:24 The National Endowment for Democracy and Modern “Democracy Building”38:28 Media, Music, and Cultural Warfare44:39 Education, Language, and Censorship as Soft Power FOLLOW MIKE BENZ:X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/mikebenzcyberYouTube: Mike Benz CyberRumble: Mike Benz CyberInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikebenzcyber/ SleepMe: Visit https://sleep.me/impact to get your Chilipad and save 20% with code IMPACT. Try it risk-free with their 30-night sleep trial and free shipping. Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to https://www.vitalproteins.com and entering promo code IMPACT at check out Hims: Start your free online visit today at https://hims.com/IMPACT. Linkedin: Post your job free at https://linkedin.com/impacttheory Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impact Tailor Brands: 35% off https://tailorbrands.com/podcast35 Found Banking: Try Found for FREE at https://found.com/impact What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER:  https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show SCALING a business: see if you qualify here.:  https://tombilyeu.com/call Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here.: https://tombilyeu.com/ ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In episode 1935, Jack and Miles are joined by linguist and author of Algospeak: How Social Media Is Transforming the Future of Language, Adam Aleksic AKA Etymology Nerd, to discuss… Who Makes Our Language? America’s Kids Ain’t Able To Read Good Or Math Good, Words As Windows Into History, What Is Even Sincere Expression In The Age Of Algorithmic Language And Content? And more! How did students perform in the nation compared to 2019? LISTEN: Spiral by BugseedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Story #1: Former Vice President Kamala Harris calls President Donald Trump a “communist” while doubling down on identity politics in her new book. From Bruce Pearl being labeled “divisive” to Keith Olbermann's threats, Will argues the Left's manipulation of language is inflaming division and eroding truth. Story #2: Board Certified Psychiatrist and CEO & Medical Director of Taper Clinic, Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring joins Will to break down America's growing dependence on SSRIs and other psychiatric drugs. They cover how these medications actually work, why rates of use are skyrocketing, their risks and side effects, and whether they may play a role in rising violence and social instability. Story #3: Fox News Contributor, Dr. Nicole Saphier helps Will examine President Donald Trump's White House panel on autism, including claims about Tylenol, vaccines, and environmental factors. Dr. Saphier explains the science, where the evidence falls short, and why messaging around autism risks must be handled carefully to build public trust.Plus, Will and The Crew break down the return of Jimmy Kimmel to ABC following a short suspension and the alleged end of the world after the Rapture is prophesied for today. Subscribe to 'Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: ⁠⁠Watch Will Cain Country!⁠⁠ Follow 'Will Cain Country' on X (@willcainshow), Instagram (@willcainshow), TikTok (@willcainshow), and Facebook (@willcainnews) Follow Will on X: ⁠⁠@WillCain (00:00) Will's Monologue: Kamala Harris, Word Games, and Political Hypocrisy(17:30) Keith Olbermann's Threats and Language as a Weapon(25:55) Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring on SSRIs, Antidepressants, and Numbness(33:07) Do SSRIs Contribute to Violence? Witt-Doerring's Warning(45:20) Dr. Nicole Saphier on Autism, Tylenol, and Pregnancy Risks(49:38) Vaccines, Inflammation, and Autism Debate(55:16) Why Messaging on Autism Matters and Where Science Stands Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day for September 23, 2025 is: nonpareil • nahn-puh-REL • adjective Nonpareil describes that which has no equal because it is better than any other. // To this day, the band's debut album is still considered nonpareil, raising the bar for every rock group to follow. See the entry > Examples: "The Crew's soccer operations have been nonpareil during this latest golden era of their history." — Michael Arace, The Columbus (Ohio) Dispatch, 24 Feb. 2025 Did you know? Trace nonpareil back to its Middle French origins and you'll find that it comes from a term meaning "not equal." Pareil itself comes from the Latin word par, which means "equal," and non- is a common prefix meaning "not." In addition to its adjectival use, nonpareil also functions as a noun referring to an individual of unequaled excellence (as in "the nonpareil of cellists") as well as to a chocolate candy disk covered with small sugar pellets. A full exploration of the word's history, and its current functions in French, can be found here.

Common knowledge is necessary for coordination, for making arbitrary but complementary choices like driving on the right, using paper currency, and coalescing behind a political leader or movement. It's also necessary for social coordination. Humans have a sixth sense for common knowledge, and we create it with signals like laughter, tears, blushing, eye contact, and blunt speech. But people also go to great lengths to avoid common knowledge—to ensure that even if everyone knows something, they can't know that everyone else knows they know it. And so we get rituals like benign hypocrisy, veiled bribes and threats, sexual innuendo, and pretending not to see the elephant in the room. Pinker shows how the hidden logic of common knowledge can make sense of many of life's enigmas: financial bubbles and crashes, revolutions that come out of nowhere, the posturing and pretense of diplomacy, the eruption of social media shaming mobs and academic cancel culture, the awkwardness of a first date. Steven Pinker is the Johnstone Professor of Psychology at Harvard University. He is an elected member of the National Academy of Sciences, a two-time Pulitzer Prize finalist, and one of Time's “100 Most Influential People in the World Today.” He has won many prizes for his teaching, his research on language, cognition, and social relations, and his twelve books. His new book is When Everyone Knows That Everyone Knows: Common Knowledge and the Mysteries of Money, Power, and Everyday Life.

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Today, we're joined by Oliver Wang, principal scientist at Google DeepMind and tech lead for Gemini 2.5 Flash Image—better known by its code name, “Nano Banana.” We dive into the development and capabilities of this newly released frontier vision-language model, beginning with the broader shift from specialized image generators to general-purpose multimodal agents that can use both visual and textual data for a variety of tasks. Oliver explains how Nano Banana can generate and iteratively edit images while maintaining consistency, and how its integration with Gemini's world knowledge expands creative and practical use cases. We discuss the tension between aesthetics and accuracy, the relative maturity of image models compared to text-based LLMs, and scaling as a driver of progress. Oliver also shares surprising emergent behaviors, the challenges of evaluating vision-language models, and the risks of training on AI-generated data. Finally, we look ahead to interactive world models and VLMs that may one day “think” and “reason” in images. The complete show notes for this episode can be found at https://twimlai.com/go/748.

practice using the passato prossimo with essere to describe past events clearly and naturally

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Welcome to the Superhumanize Podcast, where ancient wisdom meets cutting-edge science, and we remember that magic is not fantasy, it's our forgotten birthright. I'm your host, Ariane Sommer.Throughout my global journey, from my childhood in Sierra Leone to the boardrooms of wellness enterprises, I've witnessed the profound cost of our disconnection from our own innate wisdom. We've traded our intuitive knowing for external validation, our natural rhythms for artificial timelines, our deep feminine wisdom for surface-level productivity.But what if I told you there's a way back? A way to speak the language of the universe itself and to reclaim the word 'witch' for what it truly means: wise.My guest today is Mia Magik. You might know her as the spiritual fairy godmother whose Sacred Rage Ritual went viral on TikTok, giving millions of women permission to feel what they've been told to suppress for centuries.Mia is also the bestselling author of "IntuWitchin: Learn to Speak the Language of the Universe and Reclaim Your Inner Magik," and I've had the privilege of reading her upcoming book "Witchual," which transforms ordinary moments into profound spiritual practice through what she calls attention plus intention.She's the founder of Witch School, has led transformational retreats in castles throughout Scotland and France, and has coached everyone from tech leaders to professional athletes to remember their supernatural abilities.Here's what moves me most about Mia's work: she's reclaiming the truth that our disconnection from nature is the root of our modern suffering, and that remembering our magical nature isn't just personal healing, it's planetary medicine.So join me as we explore what it means to live a fearlessly authentic life, to embrace both the light and dark feminine within us, and to discover that the magic you seek is not somewhere out there, it's already within you, waiting to be remembered.Episode Highlights:Magic is not fantasy but a forgotten birthright we can reclaim.Mia's viral Sacred Rage Ritual gave millions of women permission to express emotions long suppressed.The deeper meaning of the word “witch” as wise, and how reclaiming it empowers authenticity.How attention plus intention can transform ordinary moments into profound spiritual practice.Reconnecting with nature as the antidote to modern disconnection and suffering.Living a fearlessly authentic life by embracing both the light and dark feminine within us.Remembering that the magic we seek is not external, but already alive within.Resources mentioned:Mia Magik — Learn to Speak the Language of the Universe and Reclaim Your Inner Magic (book) — https://miamagik.comWitchel (upcoming book by Mia Magik) — https://miamagik.com/booksWitch School — https://miamagik.com/witch-school

Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day for September 22, 2025 is: catch-22 • KATCH-twen-tee-TOO • noun Catch-22 typically refers to a difficult situation for which there is no easy or possible solution. In the narrowest use of the term, it refers to a problematic situation for which the only solution is denied by a circumstance inherent in the problem or by a rule. // I'm in a catch-22: to get the job I need experience, but how do I get experience if I can't get the job? See the entry > Examples: “… Liverpool is famed for its nightlife, but I'm getting the impression it could do with some help. … In December 2023, the ECHO spoke to people in Liverpool's late-night economy, and the prevailing view was it had become a struggle. … Prices don't help—drinks and tickets are more expensive than they've ever been, but venues are stuck in a Catch-22 situation, caught between having to cover huge operating costs and wanting to get people through the doors.” — Dan Haygarth, The Liverpool Echo (Liverpool, England), 23 Aug. 2025 Did you know? Catch-22 originated as the title of a 1961 novel by Joseph Heller. (Heller had originally planned to title his novel Catch-18, but the publication of Leon Uris's Mila 18 persuaded him to change the number.) The catch-22 in Catch-22 involves a mysterious Army Air Forces regulation which asserts that a man is considered mentally unsound if he willingly continues to fly dangerous combat missions but that if he makes the necessary formal request to be relieved of such missions, the very act of making the request proves that he is sane and therefore ineligible to be relieved. Catch-22 soon entered the language as a label for any irrational, circular, and impossible situation.

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