Podcasts about lanterns

It's time for pumpkin picking and carving season! Debbi Katz is the CEO and Founder of Jack O' Lantern Journey. She has the best advice on how to make sure that you have the best jack o' lantern this Halloween! You can find Debbi at https://jackolanternjourney.com/ Photo Credit: Getty Images

Today we'll be talking about Deputy PM Anutin's public appeal to Donald Trump regarding the Cambodia ceasefire, a Navy aircraft blocking the runway at Phuket International Airport, and a little later, the viral controversy of a Thai couple caught having sex in a public restroom

Listener beware, you're in for a scare! We're talking about the 1996 Goosebumps episode Attack of the Jack-O'-Lanterns! We'll talk about the book and show differences, Brent discovers something about R.L. Stine, and we talk about all the fat shaming!Support "They're Coming to Get You" on Patreon and save 25% with promo code "HALLOWEEN" until November 1st!https://www.patreon.com/TheyreComingtoGetYou

Welcome back to another episode! Nick and Anas (@WarlionComics) dive head first into news, theories, updates, and so much more you do not want to miss regarding comics and TV/Film!- Peacemaker episode 7 gave us a visceral reaction! WOW!- Some Marvel characters have been MIA for too long and we are mad!- Batman #2 is one of the best second issues ever. - Absolute Evil #1...our heroes are screwed!- Venom #250...KNULL is back!- Lanterns will be in costume? Or out of costume for the show?- Our theory on what the Russos are teasing in a set photo!- MUCH MORE!

Joshua Nieman talks with LGBT/Queer Literature and Women and Gender Studies professor,  Melissa Jones, about society's fascination with serial killers, the sensitivities of teaching, and what it was like growing up with a queer parent. 

October's Premonitions are here! Brice and Gary are back to tap into the energies guiding this month and holding up a mirror for reflection. Are you truly receiving what you're putting out into the world? Are you setting yourself up for success, or blocking your own blessings? We explore the places in life where victory may feel out of reach and remind you to hold tight to your faith even when the path feels uncertain. Gary also pulls the Six of Lanterns in reverse, a card that challenges us to notice where generosity, balance, and gratitude might be missing in our exchanges. This month is all about checking your alignment, trusting your flow, and making space for the victories that are already waiting for you.

Purple Pants Podcast | Faith, Flow, and the Fight for Victory October's Premonitions are here! Brice and Gary are back to tap into the energies guiding this month and holding up a mirror for reflection. Are you truly receiving what you're putting out into the world? Are you setting yourself up for success, or blocking your own blessings? We explore the places in life where victory may feel out of reach and remind you to hold tight to your faith even when the path feels uncertain. Gary also pulls the Six of Lanterns in reverse, a card that challenges us to notice where generosity, balance, and gratitude might be missing in our exchanges. This month is all about checking your alignment, trusting your flow, and making space for the victories that are already waiting for you. You can also watch along on Brice Izyah's YouTube channel to watch us break it all down https://youtube.com/channel/UCFlglGPPamVHaNAb0tL_s7g Previously on the Purple Pants Podcast Feed:Purple Pants Podcast Archives LISTEN: Subscribe to the Purple Pants podcast feed WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTubeSUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every day in October, Danny Robins will release a brand new bite-size tale of terror - real-life ghost stories hand-picked from the Uncanny inbox.Written and presented by Danny Robins Researcher: Nancy Bottomley Editing and sound design: Charlie Brandon-King Music: Evelyn Sykes Theme music by Lanterns on the Lake Head of Production: Kerry Luter Commissioning executive: Paula McDonnell Commissioning editor: Rhian Roberts Produced by Danny Robins and Simon Barnard A Bafflegab and Uncanny Media production for BBC Radio 4

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Finding Connection Under the Lanterns of Xī Hú Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-10-01-07-38-20-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 杭州的西湖边，繁星点点的天幕下，一年一度的中秋灯笼节正热闹进行。En: By the Xī Hú in Hángzhōu, under the star-studded sky, the annual Mid-Autumn dēnglóngjié (Lantern Festival) is bustling with excitement.Zh: 湖面上漂浮着无数明亮的灯笼，映射出五光十色的光芒。En: Countless bright lanterns float on the lake's surface, casting colorful reflections.Zh: 空气中弥漫着月饼和茶香，笑声此起彼伏。En: The air is filled with the fragrance of mooncakes and tea, with laughter echoing all around.Zh: 李娜独自沿着湖边的石板路缓缓走着。En: Lǐ Nà walked slowly by herself along the stone path by the lake.Zh: 她感到有些迷茫，仿佛与周围的热闹场景格格不入。En: She felt somewhat lost, as if she didn't quite fit into the lively scene around her.Zh: 她希望能找到一种与文化的深层连接，于是决定来参加灯笼节，寻找节日的精神。En: Hoping to find a deeper connection with the culture, she decided to attend the dēnglóngjié, seeking the festival's spirit.Zh: 不远处，一个男子正忙着为灯笼系上纸条，脸上挂满兴奋的笑容。En: Not far away, a man was busy attaching paper strips to lanterns, his face full of excited smiles.Zh: 那是王磊，一个乐观而随和的人，他特别喜爱节日。En: That was Wáng Lěi, an optimistic and easygoing person who especially loved festivals.Zh: 他见李娜停下脚步，便热情地向她招手，“嗨，你也来放灯笼吗？En: Seeing Lǐ Nà pause, he waved enthusiastically at her, "Hi, are you here to release lanterns too?"Zh: ”李娜有些犹豫，但还是微笑着点头。En: Lǐ Nà hesitated a bit but smiled and nodded.Zh: 王磊的热情让她感到一丝温暖。En: Wáng Lěi's enthusiasm made her feel a touch of warmth.Zh: 他们并肩走到一处湖边较清静的地方，开始合力放飞灯笼。En: They walked side by side to a quieter spot by the lake and began to release the lanterns together.Zh: 两人静静地望着升向天空的灯笼，心中有许多未曾说出的愿望。En: The two quietly watched the lanterns rise into the sky, their hearts filled with unspoken wishes.Zh: 王磊微微转头，看着李娜，“你许了什么愿望？En: Wáng Lěi turned his head slightly, looking at Lǐ Nà, "What did you wish for?"Zh: ”李娜笑了笑，有些害羞，“我希望能找到属于自己的地方。En: Lǐ Nà smiled, a bit shy, "I wish to find a place that belongs to me."Zh: ”王磊点头，目光坚定，“我希望能和认识的新朋友一起探索这里的美。En: Wáng Lěi nodded, eyes firm, "I wish to explore the beauty here with new friends."Zh: ”灯笼在他们的注视下渐渐升高，两人的心中似乎也升起了一种新的希望。En: The lanterns gradually rose under their gaze, and a new hope seemed to rise in their hearts as well.Zh: 那一刻，他们似乎都明白了对方的心思，彼此间有了一种无言的默契。En: At that moment, they seemed to understand each other's thoughts and shared a silent connection.Zh: “要不要一起去探访杭州的其他地方？En: "Would you like to explore other places in Hángzhōu together?"Zh: ”王磊提议道。En: Wáng Lěi suggested.Zh: 李娜心中一暖，抬头看向王磊，“好啊，我想了解更多关于我们的文化。En: Lǐ Nà felt warmth in her heart and looked up at Wáng Lěi, "Sure, I'd like to learn more about our culture."Zh: ”不远处的西湖灯光熠熠生辉，李娜和王磊在那光影之间，走向未知的美好未来。En: In the distance, the lights of Xī Hú shone brightly, and Lǐ Nà and Wáng Lěi, amidst the interplay of light and shadow, walked toward an unknown beautiful future.Zh: 他们在灯笼节的开始，找到了属于自己的连接，也对新的关系充满期待。En: At the beginning of the dēnglóngjié, they found a connection that belonged to them and were filled with anticipation for their new relationship.Zh: 此刻的他们，在这个充满温暖和希望的夜晚开始了一段属于他们的故事。En: In this moment, on a night full of warmth and hope, they began a story of their own. Vocabulary Words:star-studded: 繁星点点Lantern Festival: 灯笼节bustling: 热闹reflections: 映射fragrance: 弥漫mooncakes: 月饼laughter: 笑声echoing: 此起彼伏stone path: 石板路lost: 迷茫scene: 场景attaching: 系上strips: 纸条enthusiastically: 热情地hesitated: 犹豫enthusiasm: 热情release: 放飞unspoken: 未曾说出的wishes: 愿望shy: 害羞belongs: 属于firm: 坚定explore: 探索connection: 连接anticipation: 期待interplay: 光影之间unknown: 未知beautiful: 美好future: 未来beginning: 开始

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Discover the eerie origins of Halloween from Samhain rituals to modern trick-or-treating!Kick off spooky season with Monthly Spooky as we uncover the origins of Halloween—from ancient Samhain rites to the folklore behind trick-or-treat, jack-o'-lanterns (yes, turnips first!), towering bonfires, and why bats became icons of the night. We connect old-world customs to the traditions you love today, separating myth from history so you can sound scary-smart all October.Inside this episodeSamhain → All Hallows' → Halloween: how the celebration evolvedSouling & guising: the path to modern trick-or-treatTurnip to pumpkin: the strange journey of the jack-o'-lanternBonfires & bats: practical reasons that became spooky symbolsApple games, bobbing & fortune-telling: the harvest rituals that lingerMischief Night, witches, black cats: what's legend vs. what's realPlus fresh spooky newsErin Patterson: the latest Death Cap mushroom sentencing updateUFO festival stunt to “make contact” (and why these events keep booming)A massive sinkhole that swallowed part of a neighborhoodA dangerous squirell attacking innocent peopleNew here? This episode stands alone—perfect entry point for fans of Halloween history, folklore, and true-crime-adjacent spooky news.

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Lanterns of Love: A Tale of Hope and Heritage Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-09-28-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 在群山环绕的小村庄，茶田层层叠叠，给秋天的季节披上了一层金色的外衣，空气中满是清新的茶叶香。En: In a small village surrounded by mountains, the tea fields layered upon each other, dressing the autumnal season in a golden cloak, and the air was filled with the fresh fragrance of tea leaves.Zh: 正值中秋节，村里的街道被五彩斑斓的灯笼照得如同白昼。En: It was the Zhongqiu Jie (Mid-Autumn Festival), and the village streets were illuminated by colorful lanterns as if it were broad daylight.Zh: 这一天，人们为一年一度的丰收节忙碌着。En: On this day, people were busy with the annual Harvest Festival.Zh: 李伟是村子里的一位茶农，性格谦逊，但心中一直有个小小的梦想。En: Li Wei was a tea farmer in the village, humble in nature, but he always harbored a small dream in his heart.Zh: 他希望能给美玲，那个来村里作画的姑娘，留下深刻的印象。En: He hoped to leave a deep impression on Meiling, the girl who came to the village to paint.Zh: 这次的灯笼制作比赛让他有了机会。En: This lantern-making contest gave him an opportunity.Zh: 李伟希望用他制作的灯笼打动美玲。En: Li Wei hoped to move Meiling with the lantern he made.Zh: 然而，李伟心中犯了嘀咕。En: However, Li Wei had his doubts.Zh: 他常常觉得自己的手艺不够好。En: He often felt his skills were not good enough.Zh: 他害怕自己的灯笼不能达到美玲的期望。En: He feared that his lantern wouldn't meet Meiling's expectations.Zh: 李伟坐在自家茶园边的小桌子前，回忆起奶奶教他的一种独特的灯笼设计技艺。En: Li Wei sat at a small table by his family's tea garden, recalling a unique lantern design technique his grandmother taught him.Zh: 尽管这种技艺复杂，但他决定放手一试。En: Despite the complexity of this technique, he decided to give it a try.Zh: 晚上，村子里热闹非凡。En: In the evening, the village was bustling with excitement.Zh: 大家都聚集在广场上，看灯笼一点一点被点亮。En: Everyone gathered in the square, watching as the lanterns were lit one by one.Zh: 李伟心跳加速，他的灯笼尚未揭开面纱。En: Li Wei's heart raced, as his lantern had yet to be unveiled.Zh: 他用奶奶传授的技艺设计出了一个独特的旋转灯笼。En: He designed a unique rotating lantern using the technique his grandmother passed down.Zh: 终于，轮到他展示自己的作品。En: Finally, it was his turn to showcase his work.Zh: 灯笼缓缓转动起来，灯光在村人的脸上投下了神秘的光影。En: The lantern began to rotate slowly, casting mysterious shadows and lights on the villagers' faces.Zh: 美玲在人群中，目光也是紧紧追随着李伟的灯笼。En: Meiling was in the crowd, her eyes closely following Li Wei's lantern.Zh: 虽然李伟没有赢得比赛，但她走近李伟，对他的创意和勇气给予了由衷的称赞。En: Although Li Wei did not win the contest, she approached him and sincerely praised his creativity and courage.Zh: 美玲说道：“你的灯笼很特别，我很喜欢。En: Meiling said, "Your lantern is very special, I really like it."Zh: ”李伟脸上一红，但内心充满了喜悦。En: Li Wei's face turned red, but his heart was filled with joy.Zh: 他意识到，勇敢尝试新事物不仅可以带来成长，还能获得意想不到的回报。En: He realized that bravely trying new things could not only lead to growth but also bring unexpected rewards.Zh: 从那以后，李伟和美玲成了好朋友，他对自己的能力更加有自信了。En: From then on, Li Wei and Meiling became good friends, and he became more confident in his abilities.Zh: 在那个五彩斑斓的节日夜晚，山村里的秋意显得格外温暖。En: On that colorful festive night, the autumn in the mountain village felt particularly warm.Zh: 李伟坐在自家的门前，望着天空中亮亮的明月，内心满是希望与期待。En: Li Wei sat in front of his home, gazing at the bright moon in the sky, his heart full of hope and anticipation.Zh: 村子的灯笼虽然已逐渐熄灭，但他的心中燃起了一盏更为明亮的灯。En: Although the village's lanterns were gradually extinguishing, a brighter light had ignited in his heart. Vocabulary Words:village: 村庄surrounded: 环绕autumnal: 秋天的fragrance: 香illuminated: 照亮的broad daylight: 白昼harbor: 心怀impression: 印象contest: 比赛opportunity: 机会move: 打动doubts: 疑虑expectations: 期望recall: 回忆unique: 独特的technique: 技艺complexity: 复杂bustling: 热闹非凡square: 广场unveil: 揭开面纱rotate: 旋转shadows: 光影praise: 称赞creativity: 创意courage: 勇气sincerely: 由衷地anticipation: 期待extinguishing: 熄灭ignite: 燃起confidence: 自信

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2 BARRY ALLENS, A SUPERGIRL, & MICHAEL KEATON'S BATMAN!! Full Movie Reaction Watch Along:   / thereelrejects   Visit https://huel.com/rejects to get 15% off your order Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ With James Gunn's Superman in Theatres & Streaming on VOD + the recent updates regarding Man of Tomorrow, Lanterns, Supergirl, & More, Andrew & Tara CONTINUE toward the inevitable conclusion of their DCEU Marathon giving their The Flash Reaction, Recap, Commentary, Analysis, & Spoiler Review! Andrew Gordon & Tara Erickson react to The Flash (2023), the DCEU's highly anticipated sci-fi action blockbuster directed by Andy Muschietti (It, Mama). Ezra Miller (Fantastic Beasts, Perks of Being a Wallflower) stars as Barry Allen aka The Flash, who uses his speed to travel back in time to prevent his mother's murder—only to unravel the multiverse and trigger dangerous consequences. The film features Michael Keaton (Batman 1989, Birdman) returning as Bruce Wayne / Batman in an iconic comeback, alongside Ben Affleck (Justice League, Argo) reprising his version of the Dark Knight. Sasha Calle (The Young and the Restless) makes her debut as Kara Zor-El / Supergirl, bringing fresh energy to the Superman legacy. Michael Shannon (Man of Steel, Take Shelter) returns as General Zod in a fierce showdown, joined by Antje Traue (Man of Steel) as Faora-Ul. Kiersey Clemons (Dope, Zack Snyder's Justice League) plays Iris West, Barry's love interest, while Maribel Verdú (Y Tu Mamá También) portrays Nora Allen, and Ron Livingston (Office Space) takes on the role of Henry Allen. Standout and highly searched moments include The Flash's multiverse collisions, Michael Keaton's return with the legendary line “I'm Batman,” the epic Supergirl vs. Zod battles, emotional family reunions between Barry and his parents, and shocking multiverse cameos that thrilled DC fans. Combining time travel, heart, and jaw-dropping superhero spectacle, The Flash stands as both a tribute to the DCEU and a love letter to DC history. Follow Andrew Gordon on Socials:  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MovieSource Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/agor711/?hl=en Twitter:  https://twitter.com/Agor711 Follow Tara Erickson: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaraErickson Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/taraerickson/ Twitter:  https://twitter.com/thetaraerickson Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THE PRIME EAGLE!! Peacemaker Full Episode Reaction Watch Along   / thereelrejects   The Suicide Squad (2020) Movie Reaction:    • THE SUICIDE SQUAD (2021) IS ONE OF DC'S BE...   Grab Our NEW Peacemaker Inspired Tee https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Visit https://huel.com/rejects to get 15% off your order Frank Grillo (Rick Flag) Unleashed! With James Gunn's Superman out on VOD + Details coming in about Man of Tomorrow, Lanterns, & Supergirl, Greg, Roxy, & John are BACK for another Peacemaker Season 2 Reaction, Recap, Commentary, Breakdown, & Spoiler Review! Greg Alba, Roxy Striar, and John Humphrey dive into Peacemaker Season 2, Episode 5 (“Back to the Suture”), the wild HBO & DCU series from writer/director James Gunn (Guardians of the Galaxy, The Suicide Squad). The show stars John Cena (WWE, Fast & Furious 9) as Christopher Smith / Peacemaker, the over-the-top antihero torn between his brutal upbringing and his growing sense of morality. In this episode, Peacemaker and his team uncover shocking new layers to the conspiracy threatening humanity, while his strained relationship with Vigilante and Leota Adebayo comes to a breaking point. Danielle Brooks (Orange Is the New Black) shines as Leota Adebayo, whose loyalty is tested in unexpected ways. Freddie Stroma (Bridgerton) delivers laughs and chaos as Adrian Chase / Vigilante, while Jennifer Holland (American Horror Story) as Emilia Harcourt and Steve Agee (Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2) as John Economos navigate high-stakes tension inside the team. The episode also teases emotional flashbacks for Peacemaker, expanding on his connection to his late father Auggie Smith, played by Robert Patrick (Terminator 2: Judgment Day, The X-Files). With violent action, dark humor, and heartfelt character drama, Back to the Suture continues Season 2's balance of raunchy comedy and superhero spectacle. Fans will be buzzing about the jaw-dropping cliffhanger and the deeper ties this season is forging to the larger DCU. Follow Roxy Striar YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheWhirlGirls Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roxystriar/?hl=en Twitter:  https://twitter.com/roxystriar Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THE HEIRARCHY OF POWER IN THE DCEU IS ABOUT TO CHANGE!! Black Adam Full Movie Reaction Watch Along:   / thereelrejects   Visit https://huel.com/rejects to get 15% off your order Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ With James Gunn's Superman in Theatres & Streaming on VOD + the recent updates regarding Man of Tomorrow, Lanterns, Supergirl, & More, Andrew & Tara CONTINUE their DCEU Marathon giving their Black Adam Reaction, Recap, Commentary, Analysis, & Spoiler Review! Andrew Gordon (Cinepals) & Tara Erickson (The Rage Pod) react to the explosive 2022 DCEU superhero blockbuster Black Adam, directed by Jaume Collet-Serra (Jungle Cruise, The Shallows) and starring Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson (Fast & Furious, Jumanji) as Teth-Adam / Black Adam, the ancient antihero unleashed in the modern world. With his god-like powers and uncompromising sense of justice, Black Adam's arrival shakes the foundations of the DC Universe. The film also stars Aldis Hodge (One Night in Miami, Leverage) as Carter Hall / Hawkman, leader of the Justice Society; Pierce Brosnan (GoldenEye, Mamma Mia!) as the mystical Kent Nelson / Doctor Fate; Noah Centineo (To All the Boys I've Loved Before, The Recruit) as Atom Smasher; Quintessa Swindell (Trinkets, Master Gardener) as Cyclone; Sarah Shahi (Sex/Life, Person of Interest) as freedom fighter Adrianna Tomaz; and Marwan Kenzari (The Old Guard, Aladdin) as the villainous Ishmael Gregor / Sabbac. Among the film's most talked-about moments are Black Adam's brutal introduction, the Justice Society's breathtaking battles against him, and the post-credits cameo featuring Henry Cavill as Superman, which had fans buzzing about the future of the DCEU. With electrifying action sequences, mythological backstory, and The Rock's intense performance, Black Adam remains one of the most debated entries in DC's cinematic legacy. Follow Andrew Gordon on Socials:  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MovieSource Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/agor711/?hl=en Twitter:  https://twitter.com/Agor711 Follow Tara Erickson: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaraErickson Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/taraerickson/ Twitter:  https://twitter.com/thetaraerickson Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

James Gunn dropped fresh hints on Man of Tomorrow, describing it as a story where Lex Luthor and Superman work together against a bigger threat. We break down what that setup implies, why Brainiac makes the most sense as the antagonist, and how a Lex-Supes alliance could play on screen. We also touch on Gunn calling Milly Alcock “the best casting I've ever done” for Supergirl, and explain how Tom King's Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow frames her introduction for audiences who only know the TV version. Quick hits include brief mentions of Lanterns and Clayface.00:00 DCU headline and setup00:08 Man of Tomorrow premise00:20 Why Lex and Superman would team up00:36 The Brainiac case00:50 Supergirl casting notes and tone01:02 Quick hits: Lanterns and Clayface01:07 Sign off and speculationMan of Tomorrow positions Lex and Superman on the same side against a larger enemy.Brainiac fits that “bigger threat” brief and naturally tests both Superman's power and Lex's intellect.Milly Alcock's Supergirl will likely reflect the grit of Woman of Tomorrow, which starts with a rougher, more human Kara before growth kicks in.Gunn's comments set expectations for a DCU that leans into character dynamics as much as spectacle.“It's a story about Lex Luthor and Superman having to work together to a certain degree against a much, much bigger threat.”“Might be the best bit of casting I have ever done in my life.” — on Milly Alcock as Supergirl“In my opinion, it's Brainiac.”“That's the kind of combo you would need to fight Brainiac.”If you enjoyed this breakdown, subscribe on your favorite app, leave a review, and share the episode with the hashtag #GeekFreaksPod. Our news hub is GeekFreaksPodcast.com.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegeekfreakspodcastThreads: https://www.threads.net/@geekfreakspodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/geekfreakspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekfreakspodcast/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GeekFreakspodcastGot a theory on the villain or Supergirl's arc in the DCUSend your thoughts to info@GFPods.com or DM us on Instagram, and we might feature you in the next Headlines.Apple Podcasts Tags: Geek Freaks Headlines, James Gunn, Man of Tomorrow, Superman, Lex Luthor, Brainiac, Supergirl, Milly Alcock, Tom King, Supergirl Woman of Tomorrow, DCU, Lanterns, ClayfaceTimestamps and TopicsKey TakeawaysMemorable QuotesCall to ActionFollow UsListener Questions

SupermanSuperman's Box Office Triumph & DCU UpdatesThe DC Universe is taking shape, and it all starts with Superman. The film has officially crossed $614 million worldwide, with $353M domestic (57.5%) and $260M international (42.5%). James Gunn has called the movie's success the “biggest relief of his life” because if it hadn't worked, the future of the entire DCU slate—from Supergirl to Lanterns—would have been in jeopardy.Superman Box Office UpdateDomestic box office: $353,302,360International box office: $260,800,000Worldwide total: $614,102,360This breakdown shows how crucial U.S. audiences remain for superhero films, even as international numbers grow.Variety and Deadline Report on Superman Profit MarginSuperman has an 8-week profit margin of about $125 million.It is the seventh-highest grossing film of the year.By comparison Man of Steel's profit margin was $42.7 million.We explain why domestic is still more profitable to studios than international.Gunn Relieved by Superman SuccessJames Gunn admitted that Superman's success was critical for DC Studios:“If Superman didn't work, I'm the head of DC Studios! What am I gonna do now? We have Supergirl, Peacemaker Season 2, Lanterns, Clayface—they're all connected to this!”PeacemakerSuperman's Visit to the Peacemaker SetA behind-the-scenes photo dated July 23, 2024 sparked speculation. David Corenswet appeared on the Peacemaker set in full Superman costume while James Gunn was splitting directing duties between Superman and Peacemaker Season 2. Fans believe this signals a direct connection between the two projects, with Superman potentially playing a meaningful role in Peacemaker Season 2. We disagree somewhat.How Would Fleury See Hawkgirl?Fans asked James Gunn online what Fleury might think of Hawkgirl. His playful response:“I think he'd wonder what's wrong with her head and wouldn't really know.”Yes the Grammar Fuck Up Was IntentionalJames Gunn confirmed that the infamous “Your the best” typo was intentional, sparking fan discussion. He also joked about Harcourt's “Thirstcourt” side in her texts, keeping his trademark banter alive.ClayfaceClayface – Gotham City Map Easter EggsA leaked Gotham City Transit Authority map revealed nods to Batman lore: Arkham Asylum, Ace Chemical, the Iceberg Lounge, Blackgate Penitentiary, Gotham Knights sporting complex, Wayne-owned buildings, Kane Estate, and Kane Memorial Bridge. Fans debated similarities to real-world Manhattan maps (like Hell's Kitchen).Man of Tomorrow – Superman Sequel AnnouncedJames Gunn confirmed Man of Tomorrow hits theaters July 9, 2027, almost exactly two years after Superman. Gunn clarified:It's not titled Superman 2, just Man of Tomorrow.The film will explore Superman and Lex Luthor's relationship, with Nicholas Hoult's Luthor donning the green-and-purple Warsuit.Speculation: Possible villains may be Bizarro, Brainiac, or Zod.Gunn emphasized his collaborative writing process and ongoing rewrites.People Responding to James GunnThe Man of Tomorrow announcement drew reactions from DC stars and creators:Isabela Merced (Hawkgirl): “See You Soooon”Aaron Pierre (John Stewart): “Yes, Indeed!”

Josh Nieman talks with the director of the Center For Oral History Research (COHR), Matt Jones, about identity, passion and the impacts of our darkest moments.

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Eternal Lanterns: A Tale of Tradition in Yuyuan Gardens Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-09-05-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 秋天的午后，阳光洒在上海的豫园。En: On an autumn afternoon, the sunlight poured over Shanghai's Yuyuan Gardens.Zh: 人们聚集在这里，准备迎接中秋节。En: People gathered in this place, ready to welcome the Mid-Autumn Festival.Zh: 空气中弥漫着月饼的香味，五彩缤纷的灯笼在微风中轻轻晃动。En: The air was filled with the fragrance of mooncakes, and colorful lanterns swayed gently in the breeze.Zh: 梅和志浩正走在繁忙的市场中。En: Mei and Zhihao were walking through the busy market.Zh: 梅对志浩说：“我想给奶奶买一个特别的手工灯笼，让她在家里也能感受到节日的气氛。En: Mei said to Zhihao, “I want to buy a special handcrafted lantern for Nainai.Zh: ”志浩皱了眉，回道：“那我们去看看现代的商店吧，你看这些古老的东西，不一定适合。En: So she can feel the festive atmosphere at home.” Zhihao frowned and replied, “Then let's check out some modern stores.Zh: ”梅摇了摇头。En: These old things might not be suitable.” Mei shook her head.Zh: 不远处，有一条小路通向市场深处，她决心顺着这条路走。En: Not far away, a small path led deeper into the market, and she was determined to follow it.Zh: 漫步于市场的深处，梅发现了一家隐藏的小摊。En: As she wandered deeper into the market, Mei discovered a hidden little stall.Zh: 摊位上的灯笼无比精美，正是她心目中的样子。En: The lanterns at the stall were extraordinarily exquisite, just what she had in mind.Zh: 不过，当她询问灯笼价格时，发现出乎她的意料。En: However, when she asked about the price, she found it was beyond her expectations.Zh: 志浩这时赶了过来，看了一眼灯笼：“哇，这确实很漂亮，不过有点贵，不如看看别的。En: At that moment, Zhihao caught up and glanced at the lanterns, “Wow, these are indeed beautiful, but a bit expensive.Zh: ”梅沉思着，这个灯笼虽然贵，但它的美丽和意义无可替代。En: Maybe we should look at others.” Mei pondered; although the lanterns were pricey, their beauty and significance were irreplaceable.Zh: 她想起奶奶讲的故事，还有那些在月夜下团聚的时光。En: She recalled the stories Nainai told and the times they gathered under the moonlit nights.Zh: 经过一番考虑，梅决定买下灯笼。En: After some consideration, Mei decided to buy the lantern.Zh: 她用自己省下来的钱支付，心里觉得无比满足。En: She used her saved money to pay, feeling immensely satisfied inside.Zh: 她坚定了自己的选择，也感到由衷的高兴。En: She was firm in her choice and filled with genuine happiness.Zh: 志浩看到梅的微笑，有些感动，点头说道：“看来，有些传统确实不能丢。En: Zhihao saw Mei's smile and felt a bit moved.Zh: ”他对家庭传统多了一份理解。En: He nodded and said, “Seems like some traditions indeed cannot be lost.” He gained a new understanding of family traditions.Zh: 随着日落，梅和志浩走出豫园。En: As sunset approached, Mei and Zhihao walked out of Yuyuan Gardens.Zh: 梅的手里紧紧握着那盏永恒的灯笼，两人心中都感受到了节日的温暖与家的意义。En: Mei held the eternal lantern tightly in her hand, and both felt the warmth of the festival and the meaning of home in their hearts.Zh: 故事在秋日的余晖中，划上了一个温馨的句号。En: The story concluded on a warm note in the autumn twilight. Vocabulary Words:autumn: 秋天afternoon: 午后sunlight: 阳光poured: 洒fragrance: 香味handcrafted: 手工frowned: 皱眉gathered: 聚集gently: 轻轻determined: 决心wandered: 漫步hidden: 隐藏exquisite: 精美beyond: 出乎expectations: 意料glance: 看一眼pricey: 贵irreplaceable: 无可替代pondered: 沉思consideration: 考虑immensely: 无比genuine: 由衷的traditions: 传统eternal: 永恒warmth: 温暖twilight: 余晖concluded: 划上market: 市场significance: 意义festival: 节日

Who is the mysterious Ghost Rider haunting a lonely Welsh road plagued by Halloween Jack-o'-Lanterns? What dark link ties this spectral horseman to an old murder, a flickering light in the darkness, and the Devil himself? On this episode, journey into the shadows of rural Wales, where folklore and fear merge on moonlit lanes. Discover the chilling tale of a ghost rider whose hooves are not quite human, and why this terrifying encounter has echoed through generations — a story steeped in mystery, murder, and the spirit of Nos Calan Gaeaf, the Welsh Halloween. Explore the lore... if you dare!   ORDER PARANORMAL SWANSEA AND GOWER BY MARK REES: Get Mark's latest "Ghosts of Wales" book "Paranormal Swansea and Gower" now! You can order it online here.   BUY MARK REES A COFFEE: If you'd like to support the GHOSTS AND FOLKLORE OF WALES podcast you can treat Mark to a coffee here: Mark Rees on Ko-Fi - thank you/ diolch!  https://ko-fi.com/markrees    WHAT IS THE GHOSTS AND FOLKLORE OF WALES PODCAST WITH MARK REES? The Ghosts and Folklore of Wales podcast explores the eerie world of Welsh ghosts, ghost stories, lore, myths, and legends. Launched by author and journalist Mark Rees (Ghosts of Wales, Paranormal Wales) in early 2020, this weird and wonderful podcast delves into the country's countless curious subjects, blending decades of research from books and articles with long-lost tales from dusty old tomes. From "real-life" encounters with the uncanny to fantastical adventures from the Mabinogion, new episodes are uploaded monthly and feature everything from pesky poltergeists to fire-breathing dragons, with the odd wicked — and not-so-wicked — witch along the way. Alongside the regular stories, you can expect the occasional special guest, live ghost hunts, and all sorts of quirky surprises from a Welsh storyteller with original ideas. Seasonal specials include dark folklore and Gothic Halloween (Nos Calan Gaeaf) traditions, plus everyone's favourite skull-headed Christmas visitor, the Mari Lwyd. Dare you explore haunted Wales? From the sublime mountains and cascading waterfalls to bustling cities and remote farms, journey through the paranormal and unexplained in all corners of Cymru. Think of it as unlocking the Welsh X-Files with some tenuous Ghostbusters references and terrible sound effects along the way!  Be sure to subscribe so you never miss a spooky episode. For more details and to get in touch with Mark Rees, please visit https://markreesonline.com/: Mark Rees homepage Mark Rees on social media Books by Mark Rees (Ghosts of Wales, Paranormal Wales etc.) Ghosts and Folklore of Wales podcast Until next time, nos da!

On this episode of THE GEEK BUDDIES, John Rocha and Michael Vogel talk JAMES GUNN announcing the title of his SUPERMAN sequel and dating it for June 2027. They also talk Penguin in The Batman Part 2, the rumored villains for Lanterns and what Gambit will we get from Channing Tatum in Avengers: Doomsday, the Marvel Zombies and A House of Dynamite Trailers, the new Wicked for Good TV Spot and their Spoiler Review for Alien: Earth Episode 5! Remember to Like and Share this episode on your social media and to Subscribe to The Outlaw Nation YouTube channel below. #starwars #DC #alien #jamesgunn #peacemaker #FX #johncena #thegeekbuddies ____________________________________________________________________________________ Chapters: 0:00 Intro and Rundown 1:41 James Gunn Announces Superman Sequel Title and Dates it for 2027 17:45 Superman Sequel and The Batman Part 2 on 2027 Significance 22:00 Colin Farrell's Penguin Role in The Batman Part 2, Lanterns Villains 28:13 Will Channing Tatum's Gambit Be Cajun in Avengers: Doomsday? 35:00 Marvel Zombies, A House of Dynamite and Wicked for Good TV Spot 54:30 Alien: Earth Episode 5 Spoiler Review FOLLOW THE GEEK BUDDIES: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Geek_Buddies Follow John Rocha: https://twitter.com/TheRochaSays​​​​​ Follow Michael Vogel: https://twitter.com/mktoon Follow Shannon McClung: https://twitter.com/Shannon_McClung Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Finding Home and Connection Under Tivoli's Lanterns Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2025-08-31-22-34-01-da Story Transcript:Da: Sommeren havde lagt sig som et lunt tæppe over København.En: Summer had laid itself like a warm blanket over København.Da: Tivoli Gardens var fyldt med liv.En: Tivoli Gardens was filled with life.Da: Lanterner strålede i alle regnbuens farver, og musikken genlød mellem de gamle træer.En: Lanterns shone in all the colors of the rainbow, and the music echoed among the old trees.Da: Det var her, Freja, en ung grafisk designer, havde besluttet sig for at tilbringe sin eftermiddag.En: It was here that Freja, a young graphic designer, had decided to spend her afternoon.Da: Freja gik omkring mellem kunstudstillingerne i Tivoli.En: Freja wandered among the art exhibitions in Tivoli.Da: Hun var lige flyttet til København og søgte inspiration.En: She had just moved to København and was seeking inspiration.Da: Farverne og formerne i kunsten omkring hende dansede foran hendes øjne.En: The colors and shapes in the art around her danced before her eyes.Da: Men Freja følte sig stadig lidt fortabt, lidt utilpas i sin nye by.En: But Freja still felt a bit lost, a bit unsettled in her new city.Da: Hun ønskede at finde ligesindede, nogen at dele sine tanker med.En: She longed to find like-minded people, someone to share her thoughts with.Da: Johan stod nær ved et af de mange kunstværker.En: Johan stood near one of the many artworks.Da: Han elskede at tage billeder.En: He loved to take pictures.Da: Med sit kamera fangede han magiske øjeblikke.En: With his camera, he captured magical moments.Da: Alligevel havde han svært ved at lade folk komme tæt på.En: Still, he found it difficult to let people get too close.Da: Han frygtede, at for nærhed ville sløre hans fokus.En: He feared that too much closeness would blur his focus.Da: Frejas nysgerrige blik faldt på Johan, da hun bemærkede hans kamera.En: Freja's curious gaze fell on Johan when she noticed his camera.Da: Hun gik tættere på.En: She moved closer.Da: "Er det den perfekte scene, du leder efter?"En: "Are you looking for the perfect scene?"Da: spurgte hun med et smil.En: she asked with a smile.Da: Johan kiggede op, en smule overrasket, men også fascineret af hendes åbenhed.En: Johan looked up, a little surprised, but also fascinated by her openness.Da: "Ja, jeg forsøger," svarede han og fortalte, at han studerede kunst.En: "Yes, I'm trying," he replied, sharing that he studied art.Da: De to begyndte at tale om kunsten og deres passioner.En: The two began to talk about art and their passions.Da: Freja delte sine tanker om at finde sig selv kunstnerisk, mens Johan talte om sin kærlighed til fotografi.En: Freja shared her thoughts about finding herself artistically, while Johan spoke of his love for photography.Da: Samtalen flød, som om de havde kendt hinanden længe.En: The conversation flowed as if they had known each other for a long time.Da: Pludselig, i et impulsivt øjeblik, løftede Johan kameraet og fangede et billede af Freja, netop som hun begejstret forklarede sin yndlingsfarve.En: Suddenly, in an impulsive moment, Johan lifted his camera and captured a picture of Freja, just as she excitedly explained her favorite color.Da: Blinket fra kameraet fangede øjeblikket perfekt - hendes ansigt lysende af entusiasme.En: The flash from the camera captured the moment perfectly - her face glowing with enthusiasm.Da: Da festivalen nærmede sig slutningen, viste Johan billedet til Freja.En: As the festival drew to a close, Johan showed the picture to Freja.Da: "Et minde fra vores møde," sagde han og gav hende fotografiet.En: "A memory from our meeting," he said, and handed her the photograph.Da: Freja strålede.En: Freja beamed.Da: "Lad os finde flere udstillinger at opdage sammen," foreslog hun, og Johan nikkede, en ny forståelse i hans øjne.En: "Let's find more exhibitions to discover together," she suggested, and Johan nodded, a new understanding in his eyes.Da: I dette øjeblik, blandt lydene og lyset fra Tivoli Gardens, følte Freja sig for første gang hjemme i København, mens Johan opdagede, at han kunne lade nogen komme ind i sit liv uden at miste sig selv.En: In that moment, among the sounds and lights of Tivoli Gardens, Freja felt at home in København for the first time, while Johan discovered that he could let someone into his life without losing himself.Da: Sammen gik de videre, et nyt kapitel begyndte imellem kunst og lys.En: Together, they moved forward, a new chapter beginning between art and light. Vocabulary Words:laid: lagtblanket: tæppeechoed: genlødwandered: gik omkringexhibitions: kunstudstillingerneinspiration: inspirationunsettled: utilpaslike-minded: ligesindedegaze: blikfascinated: fascineretopenness: åbenhedsharing: delteimpulsive: impulsivtcaptured: fangedeenthusiasm: entusiasmeperfectly: perfektglowing: lysendediscover: opfatteunderstanding: forståelsefestival: festivalenmoments: øjeblikkeblur: slørepassions: passionernew: nychapter: kapitelmagical: magiskeuncommon: sjældentogether: sammenmoved: gikshapes: formerne

Join Apex, Green Lantern & RumbleBee as they discover a big threat, have a chat with the president & attempt a meeting with a red frenemy.  On This weeks episode of How Not To Summon A Dungeon Master - Episode 37 - Justice League A New Era. Join The Summoning Boys : On YouTube - www.youtube.com/@hownottosummonapodcast On our Facebook page- www.facebook.com/HowNotToSummon On Discord - https://discord.gg/bzw9pWWU On Twitter- www.twitter.com/HowNotToSummon

EAGLY FIGHT SCENE!! Peacemaker Full Episode Reaction Watch Along   / thereelrejects   The Suicide Squad (2020) Movie Reaction:    • THE SUICIDE SQUAD (2021) IS ONE OF DC'S BE...   Grab Our NEW Peacemaker Inspired Tee https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Get your New Customer offer + 3-month Unlimited wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month at https://www.mintmobile.com/REJECTS With James Gunn's Superman out on VOD, Greg, Roxy, & John are BACK for their the next chapter of their Peacemaker Season 2 Reaction, Recap, Commentary, Breakdown, & Spoiler Review! Peacemaker Season 2 CONTINUES its deep dive into our beloved 11th Street Kids in the aftermath of the first season + the events of The Suicide Squad, along with even more multiversal hijinks in episode 2, "A Man Is Only as Good as His Bird," written by James Gunn (Superman, Guardians of the Galaxy) & directed by Greg Mottola (Superbad, Paul, Adventureland). On the heels of last week's massive multiversal reveal, Chris & Vigilante (aka Adrian Chase) must dispose of alt-universe Peacemaker's body and figure out what to do next.. Elsewhere, Rick Flag Sr. (first appearing in Creature Commandos, then Superman) joins ARGUS in the hunt for Chris, we get alternate universe looks at Harcourt and Rick Flag Jr., and a badass Eagley fight!! Joining Cena's flawed heroism are returning 11th Street Kids: Danielle Brooks (Orange Is the New Black) as Leota Adebayo, Freddie Stroma (Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows) as the psychotic Vigilante, Jennifer Holland (Harley Quinn) as Emilia Harcourt, Steve Agee (Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3) as Economos, and Robert Patrick (Terminator 2) as Peacemaker's morally deranged father, Auggie “White Dragon” Smith. New faces shake things up too: Frank Grillo (The Purge: Anarchy, Creature Commandos) clocks in as Rick Flag Sr.—gunning for Peacemaker over his son's death—while Tim Meadows (Saturday Night Live) brings a uniquely quirky & hilarious presence as ARGUS agent Fleury. The current DCU slate includes the likes of Superman, Creature Commandos, Peacemaker, and Supergirl + upcoming projects such as The Batman 2, Lanterns, Mike Flanagan's Clayface, James Mangold's Swamp Thing, The Brave and the Bold, & MORE!! Follow Roxy Striar YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheWhirlGirls Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roxystriar/?hl=en Twitter:  https://twitter.com/roxystriar Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep. 53 – Join Ralph as he showcases one of the many creators putting out great monthly Green Lantern stories! On this episode, he is joined by Jeremy Adams, writer of Green Lantern, Green Lantern Corps & Aquaman for @dcofficial as well as Flash Gordon for @madcavestudios!

Welcome to Multiverse News, Your source for Information about all your favorite fictional universesTrammell Tillman, the break-out star of Severance who plays Seth Milchick on the Apple+ show, will be part of the Spider-Man: Brand New Day cast. Variety got the scoop on the Emmy-nominated actor joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe, but no details on who he's playing were announced. Move over Marvel and DC…Archie is here to take us by storm? In an interesting move from filmmakers Phil Lord and Chritopher Miller, Universal is fronting an Archie adaptation for the big screen. Comics legend Tom King is writing the screenplay and former 20th Century Studios President of Production Emma Watts is producing. King made the leap from page to screen recently in the DCU, penning Supergirl Woman of Tomorrow and the Lanterns series, but is well-known for his comics in Marvel, DC, and beyond. The CW show Riverdale adapted the Archie comics in its own unique way and plot details for this film are unknown. Universal also produced a version of the Archie characters in Josie and the Pussycats in 2001. Though we sing the praises for AppleTV+ loudly and frequently on this show, we've also often touted it as being one of the more inexpensive streaming services. Alas, all good things come to an end, as the streamer announced its cost jumped from $9.99 to $12.99 effective August 21. The annual rate of $99.99 has not changed yet. As of now, AppleTV+ stands alone as the only streamer that doesn't have an ad-supported option. Dafne Keen and Saara Chaudry have joined the third season of Percy Jackson and the Olympians. Keen will play Artemis, the Greek goddess of the moon and the hunt. Saara Chaudry will play Zoë Nightshade, an immortal hunter and Artemis' lieutenant.Guardians of the Galaxy and Jumaji star Karen Gillan has joined the cast of the Amazon MGM's Highlander reboot and will play Heather, the love interest of Henry Cavill's character.The first trailer for season 13 of Futurama has been released. All 10 episodes of the new season premiere on Hulu on September 15.Nicolas Cage is in talks to star in season five of HBO's True Detective.NBC has reversed course on the release schedule of the upcoming The Office spin off The Paper - shifting to a binge release. Instead of the previous plan of rolling out over four weeks, the show will now debut all 10 episodes at once on September 4.K-Pop Demon Hunters and Weapons duked it out for the top spot and the estimates on Box Office Mojo show Demon Hunters coming out on top. The Netflix sensation was only released for one weekend and clearly had a draw. Now production company Sony is in talks to create a sequel with Netflix. Variety has learned that despite announcing plans for a season two earlier this year, Paramount has opted not to move forward with another season of the Dexter prequel series Dexter: Original Sin. The studio is planning however on assembling a writer's room to develop a second season of Dexter: Resurrection, the sequel series.Jon Hurwitz, Hayden Schlossberg and Josh Heald, the creators behind Netflix's Cobra Kai are in talks to bring Knight Rider, the 1980s David Hasselhoff-led action drama centered on a computerized talking car, to the big screen. 

Lucas and John Michael finish their Lantern Legacy set review. Do things get better in the higher rarities? Is Scott still in a hole? Does John Michael lose his hair? Find Critical Clix on Facebook and Ask to Join Our Group. Also Check out CriticalClix.com

Lucas and John Michael brave the marshes of Lantern Legacy CUR. Will they make it out alive? Or will the uninspired dial design leave them stranded? Find Critical Clix on Facebook and Ask to Join Our Group. Also Check out CriticalClix.com

As the Super Fantastic summer comes to a close, join Jordan, Chris, and Ron as they quickly preview all of the shows and movies to come on the channel for the rest of 2025 and 2026, as they stand today! Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Supergirl, Avengers: Doomsday, The Mandalorian and Grogu, Lanterns, and more!WE HAVE A DISCORD! Join it here: https://discord.com/invite/QfDYKZSUKGFollow the show:Twitter: @SupesandSabers ⁠Linktr.ee/SupesandSabers⁠#spiderman #spidermanbrandnewday #supergirl #starwars #themandalorian #avengers #avengersdoomsday #marvelstudios #dcstudios #greenlantern

EXCLUSIVE SEAN GUNN INTERVIEW!! Fresh Off Superman VOD & Peacemaker Season 2 Episode! Peacemaker 2x01 Reaction    • PEACEMAKER SEASON 2 Episode 1 REACTION!! B...   Meeting W/ James Gunn:    • MEETING W/ JAMES GUNN!! Superman & DCU Pre...   Save & Invest In Your Future Today, visit: https://www.acorns.com/rejects Coy Jandreau (DC Studios) sits down with SEAN GUNN just HOURS after the debut of Peacemaker Season 2 on HBO Max/Max, where his character MAXWELL LORD makes his BIG entrance in Episode 1! If you're buzzing from that Superman cameo and wanting for DCU insights, and behind-the-scenes tea, this EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW is a MUST-WATCH! In this epic chat with Coy Jandreau on Reel Rejects, Sean Gunn FINALLY opens up about playing the enigmatic billionaire MAXWELL LORD in James Gunn's DC Universe – from the leaks that spoiled it all, to his nuanced take on the character's grayscale morality, altruism, and that iconic branding of the Justice League! We dive deep into how Maxwell fits into the DCU future alongside Lex Luthor, Stagg Industries, and Wayne Enterprises. Plus, Sean teases his hands-on role in Peacemaker S2 and that teaser cameo in Superman (2025)! But that's not all – we geek out over GI ROBOT becoming a real-world anti-fascism icon from Creature Commandos, Weasel's tragic backstory, and hopes for Creature Commandos Season 2! Sean shares wild fan stories from conventions, his love for voicing extreme characters, and how James Gunn's scripts are "magic in a bottle." We even touch on his Marvel days as Rocket Raccoon and Kraglin in Guardians of the Galaxy, plus nostalgic vibes from Gilmore Girls and his ultimate fave: MF DOOM albums like Madvillainy and Operation: Doomsday! If you're a DC fan hyped for Superman Legacy, Peacemaker S2 reactions, or the full DCU slate (including Batman Brave and the Bold, Lanterns, and more), hit PLAY now! Don't miss Sean's thoughts on billionaire psyches, comic book rebellion, and why GI Robot is the hero we need today. Follow Coy Jandreau:  Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@coyjandreau?l... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coyjandreau/?hl=en Twitter:  https://twitter.com/CoyJandreau YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwYH2szDTuU9ImFZ9gBRH8w Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Slip out of the day's noise and drift toward dreams as Michael guides you up a pine-scented mountain path, into a lantern-lit rowboat, and across the mirror-still waters of Sky Lake. Paper lanterns rise, crickets hush, and the lake itself sings a lullaby so gentle you can feel it in your bones. By the final fade-out, Ease will be glowing in your mind like a soft bedside light. -- Follow Michael Galyon on  Instagram: @michael.galyon AND @lettingitsettle Tik Tok: @coachmichael1 Visit his website at https://www.michaelgalyon.com/ Email the show at lettingitsettle@michaelgalyon.com  Subscribe to Letting It Settle Proudly produced and managed by Good Mess Media Sponsorship and brands, please contact Tracey Thomas at ⁠hello@goodmessmedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Last week was MASSIVE for Halloween Fans, beginning with the opening of Universal Horror Unleashed in Las Vegas, followed by Midsummer Scream in Long Beach. Haunted Attractions took advantage of the 50,000+ attendees at Midsummer Scream to announce their Halloween plans - and we've gathered EVERYTHING for you! Highlights: Universal Reveals Terrifier Haunted House Details; Five Nights at Freddy's Pizza Place Previews; Elvira moves in to LA Haunted Hayride; Delusion & Magic of the Jack-o'-Lanterns get new homes; Six Flags Fright Fest Announces 1 new maze for 2025; Knott's Scary Farm retires 2 mazes; Legacy Cedar Fair Parks will now Charge for Haunted Houses; Hersheypark Halloween Partners with Shaquille O'Neal; SeaWorld San Diego's Howl-O-Scream Returns; Scooby-Doo and the Gang to Appear at Universal Volcano Bay Nights; Industry Veterans Acquire Evansville's House of Lecter & The Old Catacombs. Read more here: https://mailchi.mp/hauntedattractionnetwork.com/horror-unleashed-opens-park-announcements-galore

We're talking Superman box office updates, the latest on what Gunn is now calling "The Superman Saga" and questions about characters' canon status in the DCU as well as a question of whether Harley and Bloodsport will be back (It's not a no!)SupermanSuperman Box OfficeThe Origins of Mr. HandsomeGunn Wanted Supes to Be "Huggable" as Opposed to "Fucking Maniac" BatmanKrypto Saves the Day | https://youtu.be/nPm9ezfa6QoWas Brainiac Cut from Superman?James Gunn and Actor David Corenswet Spar Over Climactic Scene | https://youtu.be/a5dOvnWVYB4Superman (2025) Digital and 4K Blu-ray Release Dates RevealedSuperman's Early Digital Release is Peacemaker's FaultPeacemakerPeacemaker Season 2 Rotten Tomatoes ScoreIs Peacemaker Coming to TheatersGunn on Who He Connects to MostLanternsDC's Lanterns Adds One More to CastThe Batman Part IIProduction Begins Jan 1, 2026 or SpringWill Hush Be In It?Will Robin Be In It?DCTeaJames Gunn Says Next “Superman Saga” Project Is Coming SoonWarner Bros. Reveals How Many DC Movies Will Release Each YearAre They Already Casting DCU Batman?Matter-Eater Lad is Canon to DCUKiteman Isn't DeadClemson Murn is CanonJames Gunn on if Peacemaker's Flash and Wonder Woman References Are DCU CanonWill We See Margot and Idris as Harley and Bloodsport Again?My Adventures With Superman Showrunner Drops Major Update on Season 3Aztec Batman Team Tease Ideas for Sequel That Are Already Being ConsideredFeedbackWill the Next Superman Saga Film Be War World?Jordan's Glad Ghurkos Didn't Have to Soak Up BloodWhy Jordan Thinks We Should See the Wayne Murders AgainJordan's Theory on Who the Main DCU Character IsJoin Our Riotous DC Debauch!Site: https://dconscreen.comStore: https://bit.ly/DCoStorePatreon: https://patreon.com/dconscreenApple: http://bit.ly/DCoSReviewSpotify: http://bit.ly/DCSCREENSpreaker: https://bit.ly/DCoSSpreakerSubscribe to David C. Roberson's Substack

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Lanterns and Love: A Qixi Night Market Tale Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-08-18-22-34-01-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 上海的夜市在夏天特别热闹。En: The night market in Shanghai is especially lively in the summer.Zh: 灯笼高挂，光芒四射，空气里飘着牛肉串的香气和欢声笑语。En: Lanterns hang high, shining brightly, while the air is filled with the scent of beef skewers and joyful laughter.Zh: 在这个七夕节的晚上，年轻的摊主廉忙碌地在自己的摊位后面整理珠宝。En: On this Qixi Festival night, the young vendor Lian busily organizes jewelry behind his stall.Zh: 他卖的都是精心制作的手工饰品，其中有一个特别的项链，是他为岳准备的礼物。En: He specializes in selling meticulously crafted handmade accessories, among them a special necklace that he prepared as a gift for Yue.Zh: 廉一直以来都很喜欢岳，那个每周都会来市场的女孩。En: Lian has always liked Yue, the girl who visits the market every week.Zh: 她的笑容总是让市场变得更加明亮。En: Her smile always makes the market brighter.Zh: 然而，廉有些内向，不敢表达自己的心意。En: However, Lian is somewhat shy and has not dared to express his feelings.Zh: 今天是七夕节，廉决定鼓起勇气，在正好午夜时分的时候，把项链送给岳。En: Today is Qixi Festival, and Lian decides to summon the courage to present the necklace to Yue right at midnight.Zh: 然而事情并不如想象中顺利。En: However, things do not go as smoothly as imagined.Zh: 当天市场格外拥挤，人群涌动，所有人都在享受七夕的氛围。En: The market is exceptionally crowded that day, with throngs of people enjoying the Qixi ambiance.Zh: 廉发现那条精心制作的项链不见了！En: Lian discovers that the meticulously crafted necklace is missing!Zh: 他心急如焚，只能放下摊位，去市场中寻找。En: He is distraught and has no choice but to leave his stall to search the market.Zh: 幸好，明，廉的好友和同事，愿意帮忙。En: Fortunately, Ming, Lian's friend and colleague, is willing to help.Zh: “不要担心，我们一定能找到它。”明安慰着廉。En: “Don't worry, we will definitely find it.” Ming comforts Lian.Zh: 两人走遍了整个市场，询问了许多摊贩和顾客。En: The two of them search the entire market, asking many vendors and customers.Zh: 但一直没找到。En: But they haven't found it.Zh: 廉有些灰心，他怕再也无法见到那条项链。En: Lian feels a bit disheartened, afraid he might never see the necklace again.Zh: 他低下头，心想可能真是无缘。En: He lowers his head, thinking perhaps it really is fate.Zh: 就在时钟指向午夜的时候，明突然兴奋地冲着廉挥手。En: Just as the clock strikes midnight, Ming suddenly waves excitedly at Lian.Zh: 在一个不起眼的角落，项链静静地躺在那里。En: In an unnoticed corner, the necklace lies there silently.Zh: 廉急忙上前，小心翼翼地捡起它。En: Lian hurries forward, carefully picking it up.Zh: “快去找岳！”明催促道。En: "Go find Yue quickly!" Ming urges.Zh: 于是廉立刻跑向岳常常出现的地方，找到了她。En: So, Lian immediately runs to the place where Yue often appears and finds her.Zh: 他深吸一口气，小心地把项链递给她。En: He takes a deep breath and carefully offers her the necklace.Zh: “这是送给你的，七夕快乐。”廉说道，声音虽轻却充满诚意。En: "This is for you, happy Qixi." Lian says, his voice light yet filled with sincerity.Zh: 岳愣了一下，随即脸上露出幸福的微笑。En: Yue is momentarily stunned, then a happy smile appears on her face.Zh: “谢谢你，廉。这真漂亮。”岳看着他，眼神里充满了温暖和爱意。En: "Thank you, Lian. It's really beautiful." Yue looks at him, her gaze full of warmth and affection.Zh: 廉终于鼓起勇气，坦然说道：“我一直以来都很喜欢你。”En: Lian finally musters the courage to candidly say, "I've always liked you."Zh: 岳点了点头，“我也是。”En: Yue nods, "I do too."Zh: 廉的心跳加速，他明白了一个道理：有些事情，只有尝试过才知道结果。En: Lian's heart races, and he realizes a truth: some things only reveal their outcome once you've tried.Zh: 在那个星光闪烁的夜晚，他第一次感受到心中的勇气。En: On that starry night, he feels courage within his heart for the first time.Zh: 这次夜市之行不仅让廉找回了项链，更重要的是，他找到了属于自己的爱情。En: This trip to the night market not only allowed Lian to find the necklace but, more importantly, he found a love of his own. Vocabulary Words:lively: 热闹lanterns: 灯笼scent: 香气vendor: 摊主meticulously: 精心accessories: 饰品summon: 鼓起courage: 勇气ambiance: 氛围throngs: 人群disheartened: 灰心fate: 缘stunned: 愣sincerity: 诚意gaze: 眼神affection: 爱意musters: 鼓起candidly: 坦然shy: 内向strikes: 指向excitedly: 兴奋unnoticed: 不起眼carefully: 小心翼翼hurries: 急忙joyful: 欢声笑语brighter: 明亮colleague: 同事comforts: 安慰outcome: 结果reveal: 显露

James Gunn COMING IN HOT !!!!!!!!!!!!!!  On the latest episode of 2GGRN: Injustice vs Elesworlds Podcasters of BOTH Worlds 'Welcome Home BIG Blue', your hosts David Senden and Kyle Wagner discuss the TRUE start of the DCU James Gunn's SUPERMAN, okay okay I know I can hear it through the Interwebs, the "but Creature Commandos launched it", it was fine and ALL it was fun, but I do think James Gunn needs to be really REALLY careful on how he does the television stuff, ala PEACEMAKER and LANTERNS in 2026 or any other shows for THAT matter, otherwise he'll quickly find himself in the mess his former boss is in right now, but that is a discussion for another time another podcast episode all together   Okay look I am gonna say what needs to be said, THIS is EXACTLY the SUPERMAN we need RIGHT NOW !!!!!!!!!!!!! Not only is it one of those movies that feels %100 percent like it was ripped right from the pages of the comic book, but it is EXACTLY a return to the core of what SUPERMAN is, and the point of SUPERMAN, and (most importantly), the relatability of SUPERMAN, which lets be HONEST has not really been struck on the BIG SCREEN since Christopher Reeve (TV has done it sure LOL, but that's the other side of the coin discussion), your hosts David Senden and Kyle Wagner certainly get into it  A new Injustice vs Elesworlds Podcasters of BOTH Worlds starts RIGHT NOW !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Superhero fatigue? Or just a temporary slump? On today's episode of The Kristian Harloff Show, Kristian is joined by Winston A. Marshall and Coy Jandreau to dive deep into the state of superhero movies and whether the genre is truly in trouble. With recent box office disappointments, shifting audience expectations, and increasing competition in entertainment, what can Marvel Studios and DC Studios do to adapt? We break down a new article exploring how Marvel and DC can address the new box office norm for superhero films:

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Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Mystery of the Enchanted Lanterns: A Qixi Surprise Unveiled Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-08-04-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 成都的光明市场，大街小巷都挂满了五颜六色的灯笼和装饰。En: The Guangming Market in Chengdu is adorned with colorful lanterns and decorations strung across its streets and alleys.Zh: 空气中弥漫着炸鸡、烤串和其他各种美食的香味。En: The air is filled with the aroma of fried chicken, grilled skewers, and a variety of other delicacies.Zh: 今天是七夕节，到处都是情侣，市场显得格外热闹。En: Today is Qixi Festival, and couples are everywhere, making the market particularly lively.Zh: 李伟是个年轻的画家，经常来光明市场寻找灵感。En: Li Wei is a young painter who often visits Guangming Market in search of inspiration.Zh: 虽然周围热闹非凡，但他的心里却充满了孤独。En: Despite the vibrant surroundings, he feels a sense of loneliness in his heart.Zh: 就在这时，一个陌生的信使递给他一封信。En: Just then, a stranger hands him a letter.Zh: 信封没有署名，看起来很神秘。En: The envelope is unsigned and looks mysterious.Zh: 李伟走到市场里的一个角落，缓缓打开信封。En: Li Wei makes his way to a corner of the market and slowly opens the envelope.Zh: 信中只有几行字，写着一些古怪的谜题。En: Inside, there are only a few lines, containing some peculiar riddles.Zh: 李伟眉头紧锁，心中充满了好奇。En: His brow furrows with curiosity.Zh: 他知道，若想解开这些谜题，必须有人帮忙。En: He knows that to solve these riddles, he will need help.Zh: 于是，李伟来到市场里最有名的店铺。En: So, Li Wei goes to the most famous shop in the market.Zh: 小宁正忙着招呼顾客。En: Xiao Ning is busy attending to customers.Zh: 她热情开朗，市场里的每个人都认识。En: She is cheerful and outgoing, and everyone in the market knows her.Zh: 李伟向她讲述了这封神秘信的事。En: Li Wei tells her about the mysterious letter.Zh: 小宁仔细听了，笑着说：“也许是有人在搞神秘活动。En: Xiao Ning listens carefully and laughs, saying, "Perhaps someone is organizing a mysterious event.Zh: 我们一起来看看吧！En: Let's take a look together!"Zh: ”两个人一起研究信上的线索，第一条线索指向市场中央的古井。En: Together they study the clues on the letter, and the first clue points to an ancient well in the center of the market.Zh: 井边的牌子上刻着“平安如意”四个字。En: The plaque next to the well is engraved with the words "Ping An Ruyi".Zh: 井上挂着的纸鸢引起了李伟的注意，但纸鸢上什么都没有。En: A kite hanging above the well catches Li Wei's attention, but there's nothing on it.Zh: “也许线索在别处？En: "Maybe the clue is somewhere else?"Zh: ”小宁提醒道。En: Xiao Ning suggests.Zh: 他们继续寻找，按照信中的提示，绕过了市场里的不少摊位。En: They continue their search, following the hints in the letter, weaving through many stalls in the market.Zh: 有时候，线索把他们带到一个表演摊，有时候又是一个卖珠宝的小店。En: Sometimes the clues lead them to a performance booth, sometimes to a small jewelry shop.Zh: 每解开一个谜题，心中就少了一分焦灼。En: Each solved riddle eases their anxiety a little bit.Zh: 最终，他们的脚步停在了一座老茶馆前。En: Eventually, they find themselves in front of an old teahouse.Zh: 信中最后的线索暗示着茶馆的屋顶。En: The last clue in the letter hints at the teahouse's roof.Zh: 小宁指了指，“我们需要上去。En: Xiao Ning points up, "We need to get up there."Zh: ”李伟和小宁设法爬上了茶馆的屋顶。En: Li Wei and Xiao Ning manage to climb up to the teahouse's roof.Zh: 那里站着一位神秘的陌生人，正是镇宇。En: There stands a mysterious stranger, Zhen Yu.Zh: 看到他们，镇宇微微一笑，说：“你们终于来了。En: Seeing them, Zhen Yu smiles slightly and says, "You finally made it."Zh: ”镇宇解释说，他对李伟的画作一直仰慕不已，希望借着七夕节，能为他策划一个特别的惊喜。En: Zhen Yu explains that he has long admired Li Wei's artwork and wanted to organize a special surprise for him on Qixi Festival.Zh: 这是一场寻宝游戏，一场充满心意的祝福。En: It was a treasure hunt, a heartfelt blessing.Zh: 李伟感动地看着镇宇，突然明白，这次的经历不只是找到线索，还有珍贵的友情。En: Li Wei looks at Zhen Yu with gratitude, suddenly understanding that this experience was not just about finding clues, but also about cherishing precious friendship.Zh: 通过这场冒险，他学会了如何去信任别人，如何去迎接生活中的未知机遇。En: Through this adventure, he learned how to trust others and embrace the unknown opportunities in life.Zh: 成都的夏夜充满着温暖，三个人在屋顶上共享着即将到来的节日烟火。En: The summer night in Chengdu is filled with warmth as the three of them share the upcoming festival fireworks on the rooftop.Zh: 伴随着市场下的喧闹，李伟的心终于充满了不一样的温暖。En: Amidst the hustle and bustle of the market below, Li Wei's heart is finally filled with a different kind of warmth. Vocabulary Words:adorned: 挂满lanterns: 灯笼aroma: 香味delicacies: 美食Qixi Festival: 七夕节inspiration: 灵感envelope: 信封mysterious: 神秘peculiar: 古怪riddles: 谜题famous: 有名organized: 策划cheerful: 开朗outgoing: 热情engraved: 刻着kite: 纸鸢curiosity: 好奇anxiety: 焦灼teahouse: 茶馆roof: 屋顶share: 共享treasure hunt: 寻宝游戏heartfelt: 充满心意blessing: 祝福gratitude: 感动cherishing: 珍贵friendship: 友情embrace: 迎接opportunities: 机遇bustle: 喧闹

===== MDJ Script/ Top Stories for August 1st Publish Date: August 1st Commercial: From the BG AD Group Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast. Today is Friday, August 1st and Happy Birthday to Coolio I’m Keith Ippolito and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Times Journal Marietta weighs ethics complaint ban during elections New police HQ, brewery, hotel highlight growth in Kennesaw and Acworth Marietta school system's weapons detectors: What you need to know Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on GLP-1 Foods All of this and more is coming up on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe! BREAK: Ingles Markets 8 STORY 1: Marietta weighs ethics complaint ban during elections Marietta’s City Council is mulling over a proposal that would block ethics complaints during election season. The idea? To keep things from getting messy—well, messier—when candidates are running for mayor or council. If passed, no complaints could be filed between the time candidates qualify and when election results are certified. Mayor Steve Tumlin and all seven council members are up for reelection on Nov. 4, with qualifying starting Aug. 18. But here’s the kicker: Tumlin wasn’t even at the meeting where this was discussed. Without him, the council’s Judicial Legislative Committee (led by Cheryl Richardson) pushed the proposal forward for Tuesday’s meeting. Richardson, though, had mixed feelings. “It’s like voting yourself a pay raise,” she said, tweaking the proposal to start Jan. 1—after this election. Fair? Maybe. But it’s complicated. No final decisions yet, just more meetings ahead. STORY 2: New police HQ, brewery, hotel highlight growth in Kennesaw and Acworth It was a lively morning at the Northwest Cobb Area Council meeting, where Acworth Mayor Tommy Allegood and Kennesaw Mayor Derek Easterling shared updates on their cities’ growth. Sitting alongside them was Jim Croft, CEO of Croft and Associates, who kicked things off with a warm nod to the mayors. “I’ve known these guys forever,” he said. “Their leadership? Top-notch. Their integrity? Unquestionable.” Easterling dove into Kennesaw’s big-ticket projects, like the $13.9 million public safety building on Moon Station Road. “It’s going to be a game-changer,” he said, describing the two-story facility with everything from a crime lab to a K-9 space. Meanwhile, Allegood spotlighted Acworth’s bustling downtown, where parking expansions and a new Springhill Suites are in the works. “Our Main Street is on fire,” he said, grinning. Both mayors circled back to one theme: quality of life. “It’s what makes us a destination,” Allegood said. STORY 3: Marietta school system's weapons detectors: What you need to know At Marietta High, Marietta Middle, the Sixth Grade Academy, and Woods-Wilkins, students will now pass through weapons detectors at the entrances. The district approved the $554,645 purchase of Evolv detection systems back in May, following a tragic school shooting in Winder last September. That incident, along with two weapons-related scares in Marietta schools, pushed safety to the forefront. Here’s how it works: students hand over large electronics—laptops, Chromebooks—before walking through the detectors. No need to empty pockets or backpacks. “It’s quick,” said Brian Wallace, the district’s safety specialist. “Grab your stuff, and you’re on your way.” The detectors, equipped with cameras, can scan up to 1,500 people an hour. Superintendent Grant Rivera called it “one more layer” of safety for grades six through 12. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.799.6810 for more info. Break: Ingles Markets 8 STORY 4: Smyrna man charged in death of elderly woman after alleged medical neglect A Smyrna man, Kenneth Bogart, 57, is in custody after police say his neglect led to the death of Geralyn Gossett, an elderly woman in his care. The incident unfolded at Bogart’s condo on Doranne Court. According to the arrest warrant, Bogart picked Gossett up from the hospital on July 17, noticing she was “becoming incoherent.” Later that night, she experienced a medical emergency. At some point between midnight and 1 a.m. on July 18, Bogart helped her into the bathroom for a shower. What happened next is hard to fathom—Gossett reportedly flailed on the floor for hours, even damaging the wall. Instead of calling for help, Bogart filmed her and sent the video to a friend for advice. Then, unbelievably, he left her there and slept in his car. By the time he called 911 the next afternoon, it was too late. STORY 5: OUT AND ABOUT: 5 things to do this weekend in Cobb County — Aug. 1 - 3 Looking for plans this weekend? Here’s what’s happening around town: Get ready to laugh until your cheeks hurt at the Alley Stage’s “Comedy on the Square” this Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. Expect a mix of seasoned pros and fresh faces delivering sharp one-liners and hilarious stories. Tickets start at $27—grab them online before showtime or snag one at the door. Friday night, head to the Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre for an outdoor screening of The Greatest Showman. Gates open at 6 p.m., the movie starts at 7, and yes, it’s free. Bring snacks, a blanket, and maybe some bug spray. Saturday night, the Atlanta Water Lantern Festival lights up Jim R. Miller Park. Lanterns, live music, food trucks—it’s magical. Tickets start at $38 online, but they’ll cost more at the gate. 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