Podcasts about Laughter

Cass Sunstein, Harvard professor and author of the new book On Liberalism: in Defense of Freedom, joins Offline to examine whether small-l "liberal" values like freedom, human rights, and the rule of law will be able to survive an illiberal president. Cass compares and contrasts what Trump and Vance are doing with the actions of the Bush and Reagan administrations, debates whether liberalism is a strong enough antidote to fascism, and reveals his #1 pop obsession.For a closed-captioned version of this episode, click here. For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked.com and include the name of the podcast.    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Today I'm delighted to welcome back Elizabeth Glenn-Copeland who previously joined me to share her amazing wisdom and some of her soulful poetry from her incredible book Daring To Hope at the Cliff's Edge in Episode 35. Elizabeth is currently on a UK and Europe tour with her composer husband Beverly Glenn-Copeland, if you have the opportunity to see them live then I highly recommend it. They also have a beautiful new album Laughter in Summer which is available for Pre-order: https://beverlyglenncopeland.comToday we honour the incredible legacy of one of Elizabeth's cherished mentors Joanna Macy environmental activist, author and scholar of Buddhism, general systems theory and deep ecology who transitioned from this world in July 2025. Elizabeth guides us with poetry and gentle compassion to explore some of the principles of The Work That Reconnects, which Joanna created as the ground-breaking framework for personal and social change that helps people take the despair and apathy we feel and transform it into constructive, collaborative action. From gratitude and honouring the pain we witness in ourselves and the world around us, to finding a new story and vision to hold as we move forward and write the future for the earth and humanity that we want to bring into being. Remember Hope is a verb, it is meant to be active not passive, it is a practice that we must tend daily to cultivate the change we want to see in our world.Learn more about  ElizabethElizabeth Glenn-Copeland is a writer, theatre maker and arts educator whose career over the last forty years has evolved at the intersection of arts and activism. She has long had a passion for communicating with the animate world that began in childhood high up in the arms of an old weeping willow. Fast forward sixty years -- Elizabeth is offered a writing residency at the Joggins Fossil Institute, a UNESCO World Heritage site on the mighty Bay of Fundy. She jumps at the chance to connect/converse with 300 million-year-old-rock, to go to Stone as supplicant, to fully engage with sea and sand and sky and winged helpers to deepen her connection to the living world. What emerged was a narrative of the odyssey in poetic form, “Daring to Hope at the Cliff's Edge: Pangea's Dream Remembered”.Music journalist, Nick Storring says of the this work:“Lyrical, bewildering, heartening, and unsettling, this work sees an individual voice reckoning with the overwhelming complexity of our present moment.”Elizabeth lives in Hamilton, Ontario with her composer husband, Beverly Glenn-Copeland.Purchase ‘Daring to Hope…': https://chapelstreeteditions.com/book-catagories/poetry/daring-to-hope-at-the-cliffs-edge/Instagram: @beverlyglenncopelandDiscover the work of Joanna Macy: https://www.joannamacy.net/The Work That Reconnects: https://workthatreconnects.org/Support the showThank you for being part of this journey with me, please Subscribe so you don't miss our future episodes, leave a review & share with friends to help these messages ripple out across the world. More information about the Podcast & our host Fiona MacKay: Fiona Mackay Photography WebsiteConnect with us & join the conversation on social media:Instagram @FionaMacKayPhotographyFacebook @FionaMacKayPhotographyTwitter @FiMacKay

Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of Passage to Profit Show interview Tommy Hilcken from Tommy Hilcken Productions, Bobby Mascia from Green Ridge Wealth Planning and Josh Khan from Eden.   Get ready to laugh, learn, and be inspired with Tommy Hilckin, the entertainer who's mastered the art of blending magic, comedy, and motivation. With over 7,000 shows under his belt, Tommy shares how he turns “oh no” moments into standing ovations, teaches practical tips for public speaking, and shows why humor is a game-changer in business and life. From his first $4 magic trick to entertaining audiences around the world, Tommy reveals the secrets behind stage confidence, breaking the ice, and connecting with people—proving that a little laughter can go a long way.Read more at: https://tommyhilckenproductions.com/    Bobby Mascia is the Founder & CEO of Green Ridge Wealth Planning, owner of an 18-store Dunkin' franchise, ex-Wall Street wealth advisor, owner of a family office and a manufacturing business and host of the Business Unchained podcast. A seasoned entrepreneur, Bobby blends his Wall Street background with hands-on experience scaling businesses. He also serves as a business coach, bringing raw, real-world experience and financial expertise to entrepreneurs seeking guidance. Read more at: https://bobbymascia.com/   Josh Khan is the Executive President and co-founder of Eden, a company reimagining personalized healthcare by connecting members with licensed providers for access to compounded treatments and tailored wellness plans. The company builds trusted, patient-first brands that deliver safe and compliant results by integrating access to providers, technology infrastructure, and a modern consumer experience. Core verticals include medical weight loss, hormone therapy, wellness, and medspa services. Read more at: https://www.tryeden.com/    Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, a startup, an inventor, an innovator, a small business or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, tune into Passage to Profit Show for compelling discussions, real-life examples, and expert advice on entrepreneurship, intellectual property, trademarks and more. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest updates and episodes. Chapters (00:00:00) - Passing to Profit(00:00:48) - Passage to Profit(00:01:51) - What's the One Bold Move You Made?(00:02:53) - Brave Move: Starting a Business in the 1980's(00:07:11) - Tommy Hilkin(00:08:55) - Tommy Hilkin on His Very First Presentation(00:10:56) - Talking Business and Laughter(00:12:51) - Tommy Hilkin on How to Present at a Networking Event(00:15:50) - What's the #1 Fear of Public Speaking?(00:18:46) - Speakers and entertainers: How far do you travel?(00:19:35) - In the Elevator With Bill Maher(00:21:48) - Tommy Hilkin on Being 38 Years Old and Still Smokin(00:23:16) - The Investment Value of Gold(00:24:18) - The Cruise Line Hotline(00:25:16) - Passing to Profit(00:25:39) - Tommy the Comedian on Student Assembly(00:26:32) - Bullying and Cyberbullying(00:27:56) - Tommy Hilkin on His Career(00:30:06) - AI in Business(00:32:17) - How We're Using AI in the Firm(00:35:31) - How AI Is Affecting My Business(00:38:30) - Should Law Firm Take a Class on AI Prototypes?(00:39:19) - Pushing the AI to Think More(00:44:55) - How to Use Google's AI(00:46:56) - Passage to Profit(00:49:34) - AI Trainer Sued for Pirated Books(00:53:28) - Bradley and Bobby: Bringing Business Success to Wealth Planning(00:57:37) - What are the Elements of a Business that Is Exit Ready?(00:58:27) - Will Boomers Sell Their Business?(00:59:57) - Are You Still Running the Dunkin Donut Franchise?(01:01:10) - What is a family business?(01:02:35) - The Secret to Successful Family Business(01:06:18) - Richard and Bobby: Do Your Kids Have a Role in the Business(01:08:46) - How We're Rethinking Healthcare(01:12:08) - Adam Levine on the Importance of Telehealth(01:16:05) - Are GLP1s Bad For You?(01:19:06) - Obesity and the healthcare system(01:24:38) - Personal Injury Lawyers(01:25:43) - Noah Fleishman on His Memories(01:27:02) - Secrets of the Entrepreneurial Mind(01:28:40) - What is a Secret to Success?(01:30:50) - P2P: Passage to Profit

When Jase answers a late-night call from Uncle Si in the hospital, he's treated to Si's most unhinged comedy act ever. Miss Kay faces her own health struggles with the same laughter and faith that have carried her through decades of life with Si. The guys reflect on the power of God's name and the dramatic scene of Jesus' arrest. Jase connects the dots from the burning bush to the garden, showing how the great “I AM” still meets us in every moment. In this episode: Exodus 3, verses 13–15; John 17, verses 1–26; John 18, verses 1–8; Zechariah 14, verse 9; Deuteronomy 6, verse 4; Isaiah 45, verse 5; John 14, verse 9; Revelation 1, verse 8 “Unashamed” Episode 1181 is sponsored by: https://ruffgreens.com — Get a FREE Jumpstart Trial Bag for your dog today when you use promo code Unashamed! https://duckstamp.com/unashamed — Get your all-new digital duck stamp today. It's easier than ever! https://myphdweightloss.com — Find out how Al is finally losing weight! Schedule your one-on-one consultation today by visiting the website or calling 864-644-1900 https://www.puretalk.com/unashamed — Make the switch today & save an extra 50% off your first month! http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts. Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts! https://open.spotify.com/show/3LY8eJ4ZBZHmsImGoDNK2l Chapters 00:00-08:18 Miss Kay Health Update 08:19-15:09 Uncle Si Gives Jase a Comedy Show 15:10-25:44 The Dramatic Scene of Jesus' Arrest 25:45-35:09 Moses, a Burning Bush & Holy Ground 35:10-43:33 What Is God's Name? 43:34-50:44 God Shows the Wonders of His Power 50:44-57:07 Zechariah's Prophecy — Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Anything that you're forcing is not going to be as good as what's coming naturally out of your heart and soul.” – Megan Michelle, PhD. Today's featured author is an award-winning leader and world traveler, Megan Michelle, PhD. Megan and I had a fun on a bun chat about her book series, “The SEAL Saga”, turning adversity into creativity, how she ensures realism in her stories, and more!!Key Things You'll Learn:How Megan's recovery from open-heart surgery sparked the creation of her romance-action-adventure seriesWhy writers should trust their creative instincts and embrace their unique writing processWhy it's ok for authors to merge genres to create the story they want to readHow her academic background helps her enrich her storytelling and character depthMegan's Site: https://www.megan-michelle.com/Megan's Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0DKFV5S6M/allbooksThe opening track is titled, “Unknown From M.E. | Sonic Adventure 2 ~ City Pop Remix” by Iridium Beats. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmonGet Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmonThe Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awotYou May Also Like…Ep. 966 – From Near-Death Experience to Bestselling Novelist with Tash Doherty (@misseducated__): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-966-from-near-death-experience-to-bestselling-novelist-with-tash-doherty-misseducated/Ep. 798 – Mixing Business with Pleasure to Publish Pleasurable Reads with Liv Arnold (@liv_au): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-798-mixing-business-with-pleasure-to-publish-pleasurable-reads-with-liv-arnold-liv_au/Ep. 714 – “Drink Wine and Be Beautiful” with Kimberly Noel Sullivan (@KimberlyinRome): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-714-drink-wine-and-be-beautiful-with-kimberly-noel-sullivan-kimberlyinrome/Ep. 992 – Why It's Never Too Late To Thrive & Write A Novel with Margie Zable Fisher (@mzfisher): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-992-why-its-never-too-late-to-thrive-write-a-novel-with-margie-zable-fisher-mzfisher/Ep. 799 – Love, Laughter, and Mafia Inspired Novels with Marianna Buffolino: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-799-love-laughter-and-mafia-inspired-novels-with-marianna-buffolino/Ep. 989 – Get Fabulous Or Die Tryin' with Nkrumah Mensah: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-989-get-fabulous-or-die-tryin-with-nkrumah-mensah/348.5 - “Treasures of the Heart” with Lawna Mackie (@Lawnamackie): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/3485-treasures-of-the-heart-with-lawna-mackie-lawnamackie/291 – “Unleash the Goddess Within” with Diane Vich (@dianevich) #C2H: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/291-unleash-the-goddess-within-with-diane-vich-dianevich-c2h/Ep. 382 – “Coming Out as Yourself” with Stephanie Lavigne (@stephlavigne): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-382-coming-out/Ep. 947 – Edgy Empathy with Tuula Costelloe: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-947-edgy-empathy-with-tuula-costelloe/257.5 (Host 2 Host Special) – “Write Words” with Kristine Raymond (@k_raymondauthor): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/2575-host-2-host-special-write-words-with-kristine-raymond-k_raymondauthor/Ep. 318 – “Beautiful, Frightening and Silent” with Jennifer Anne Gordon (@JenniferAnneGo5): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-318-beautiful-frightening-and-silent-with-jennifer-anne-gordon-jenniferannego5/Ep. 858 – Playing Hard with Beth Pellino-Dudzic (@Bethnewauthor): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-858-playing-hard-with-beth-pellino-dudzic-bethnewauthor/Ep. 312 – “Reader to Dark Fantasy Writer” with Liz Butcher (@lunaloveliz): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-312-reader-to-dark-fantasy-writer-with-liz-butcher-lunaloveliz/

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Take your calling seriously and yourself lightly   Summary Are you taking parenting a little too seriously? In this episode, we dive into why families need to throw off the burden of “psychological correctness” and rediscover the gift of humor. Parenting isn't a project—it's a wild, messy adventure! We'll share why secure parents can laugh at their mistakes, how to set healthy limits at your table, and how to teach kids the difference between fun teasing and disrespect. Most of all, we'll remind you that your children are a never-ending source of laugh-worthy moments.  This week we're joined by the always witty and wise Dr. Ray Guarendi, who brings his trademark humor and insight to help parents embrace joy, laughter, and freedom in family life. Key Takeaways Throw off “psychological correctness”! The gift of humor has been taken away from modern parents because most parents are now overly worried about every word they say.   Parents need to take themselves lightly and stop making parenting into a psychological project.  Those parents who are insecure can't laugh at themselves.  You know you are secure when you can laugh at your mistakes and find humor in the craziness of family life.  You decide the limits are your table and teach the difference between good-natured teasing and disrespect.  Remember and celebrate that kids are natural sources of laugh-worthy material for life!    Couple Discussion Questions Are we able to laugh at ourselves and our mistakes even with our kids?  What are some of the funny things that have happened in our family?  How can we remember these?    Resources Dr Ray website:  https://www.drray.com/   Take our 2025 Listener Survey!    Everything we do here at the Messy Family Project is for couples and families! We work hard to support and encourage moms and dads as they do the hard work of raising children, managing homes and forming a solid, Catholic family culture.   In our survey this year, we are asking for you to share with us some of your greatest challenges and what resources will help you the most. If you have done our survey in the past, please do it again! The more people we have take it, the more effective the information is.    So will you take a few minutes to click on the link below and fill out our survey?   This survey helps us create new products, target our podcasts to serve your needs better, and gives us a deeper insight into the lives of parents today. Will you help us out?   https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MXKQLYW  

Join Lynn Hoffman on this episode of Comedy Saved Me with the legendary comedian Wendy Liebman. Wendy has had an amazing career of Stand Up and Television work and she shares the stories behind her career about the true power of comedy.Support the show: https://takinawalk.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Patrick helps callers struggling with addiction and faith, clarifies Catholic practices on cremation and indulgences, and answers sensitive questions about honoring parents, sometimes with a gentle correction or a fresh resource. Laughter, real-world spiritual puzzles, and Patrick’s direct guidance thread through each moment on Relevant Radio. Meghan - I work with applied kinesiology. What do you think about virtual muscle testing? (00:45) Robert - I was listening to an astrophysicist speaking about the cosmos. He said the universe is inhospitable. Have you had a moment of grace where you realized the beauty of life? (07:02) Joe - I am sober because of the Catholic faith and the AA principles. (12:21) Mathilda (email) - Burial costs are so expensive. My husband and I plan on being cremated and buried in the same plot. We have already purchased the plot, but it will cost money each time the grave is opened. Can one of us keep the ashes of the other till both spouses die? (22:08) Jodi - When we fulfill all of the requirements of Divine Mercy Sunday, what happens if we sin again? (26:07) Rocio – Is it a sin when I have disagreements with my mother? Is this something I would need to confess? (38:10) Anna - What about graces that another person doesn't use? How can we make use of these graces? (45:09)

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Send us a textWhat does it mean to be "not famous, just successful" in the stand-up comedy world? Veteran comedian Steve Bruner returns to share wisdom from over four decades of making strangers laugh.The magic of comedy isn't just in the spotlight moments—it's in the careful craft behind the scenes. Steve reveals his meticulous writing process, collecting fragments of ideas on scraps of paper before weaving them into cohesive bits that connect with audiences worldwide. Despite his seasoned status, he still attends open mics to test new material, comparing it to "a baseball player needing to swing the bat to remember how to swing."Comedy has transformed dramatically since Steve's early days earning $12.20 at the Holy City Zoo. While today's emerging comics can build careers through TikTok and social media—routes unavailable to previous generations—Steve emphasizes that nothing replaces the electric connection between a live comedian and their audience. This becomes especially evident when he discusses the unique challenges of performing on cruise ships, where passengers might have just visited the Vatican the day before his show.Throughout our conversation, Steve's perspective remains refreshingly grounded. He finds joy in the process itself—seeing connections others miss and sharing that perspective through laughter. For aspiring comics, his journey offers valuable lessons about persistence, adaptability, and finding fulfillment beyond fame.The episode concludes with a hilarious sample of Steve's clean, observational comedy about wedding traditions that showcases his masterful timing and relatable humor. Whether you're a comedy fan or creator, you'll find both entertainment and insight in this conversation with a true professional who's built a lasting career by making the world funnier, one audience at a time.Support the show www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.com Website....check it out, podcast, jokes, blogs, and More!"NEW" Video Podcast: Tag Team Talent Podcast on Spotify & YouTube Podcast Quality List: https://www.millionpodcasts.com/heritage-podcasts/ Please Write a Review: in-depth walk-through for leaving a review.Interested in Standup Comedy? Check out my books on Amazon..."20 Questions Answered about Being a Standup Comic""Be a Standup Comic...or just look like one"

Send us a text In this Healing the City episode, Pastors Susan and Eric sit down with Rod Hugen to remember the early days of planting The Village Church in Tucson. Episode six of The Chronicles of Rod returns to the Seneca house and the backyard Shed, our makeshift office for years. Stories tumble out: laughter, small risks, quiet prayers, and the ordinary work that shaped a community. It's warm, honest, and wonderfully human. Support the show"Healing the City" is a profound and dynamic weekly podcast that dives into the complexities of creating healthier communities. Featuring the voices and perspectives of the esteemed members of the Village Church, each episode is thoughtfully crafted to address the challenges and opportunities for meaningful change in our cities. With a holistic approach to healing, the podcast explores a wide range of topics, from soul care and spiritual direction to mental health and community involvement. It provides listeners with insightful and thought-provoking perspectives on the issues facing our cities, as well as practical steps they can take to make a difference. Join hosts Corey Gilchrist, Eric Cepin, Ashley Cousineau, Jessica Dennes, Michael Cousineau, Mark Crawford, and Susan Cepin as they navigate the complexities of our communities with wisdom, grace, and a deep commitment to positive change. Through their engaging discussions, listeners will be inspired to become active participants in healing the city and creating a brighter, healthier future for all. The Village Churchvillagersonline@gmail.comThe Village Church meets at 10a and 5p on Sundays1926 N Cloverland Ave, Tucson AZ 85712Mail: PO Box 30790, Tucson AZ 85751

Victoria Johnson speaks with attorney-turned-betrayal-recovery expert Lora Cheadle about healing after profound betrayal and reclaiming identity, joy, and agency. Lora shares how discovering her husband's long-term infidelity dismantled her sense of self, how she rebuilt using her 5-step FLAUNT framework, and why accepting reality, feeling feelings, and trusting your own truth are the bedrock of recovery. Together they explore reframing anniversaries of loss, navigating setbacks without spiritual bypassing, and “closing scenes” in life like a screenwriter so you can move into the next act with intention.Betrayal can come from people, life events, our bodies, and self-abandonment through people-pleasing and perfectionism.Healing requires both regulation and meaning-making. Laughter and play help regulate the nervous system so the prefrontal cortex can engage.Spiritual bypassing slows recovery. Give yourself permission to feel fully, then use tools to move through.Progress is not linear. Navigation means pivoting, resting, and continuing with small course corrections.Trust your own filter. Seek advice, then decide from inner knowing and communicate clearly: “I valued your input, and I have decided to do X.”Find Your Fetish: Return to pure joy and play for its own sake.Laugh Out Loud: Use laughter to calm and re-regulate the nervous system.AU Accept Unconditionally: The golden centre. Accept yourself, others, and what has happened, without trying to change the past.Navigate the Negative: Expect storms and keep adjusting your course.Trust in Your Truth: Use your intellect and intuition as the final filter.Anniversary reframe: Mark difficult dates as milestones of reclamation and growth.Feel first, then frame: Allow the tears, nausea, and grief. Afterward, choose a supportive narrative.Five endings exercise: Journal five distinct meanings or endings for a hard event. Pick one and identify what lessons or “foreshadowing” you will carry into the next scene.Boundary script for advice-givers: “Thank you. I took it into consideration, and I have decided to do Y.”Micro-navigation: When plans stall, make a small shift rather than abandoning the plan entirely.“Joy is your natural state.”“The universe gave me the answer before it gave me the problem.”“You are the writer of your own screenplay.”“Accept unconditionally. Then navigate.”Books by Lora Cheadle:Flaunt: Drop Your Cover and Reveal Your Smart, Sexy, and Spiritual Self; It's Not Burnout, It's Betrayal.Program: Life Choreography.Website: laurachedle.com (as stated in the episode).From Betrayal to Radiance: Lora Cheadle's FLAUNT FrameworkFeel, Accept, Navigate: Healing After Betrayal with Lora CheadleYou Are the Writer: Reframing Pain and Choosing Your Next SceneBetrayal-recovery expert Lora Cheadle joins Victoria to unpack FLAUNT, a five-step path from shock and self-doubt to joy, acceptance, and self-trust. Learn how to regulate your nervous system with laughter, avoid spiritual bypassing, and “close scenes” in your life like a screenwriter so you can move forward with clarity.00:00 Welcome and guest intro01:31 Lora's story and the shattering of identity06:10 FLAUNT overview and why joy and laughter come first08:22 Accept Unconditionally without bypassing11:40 Feeling feelings and letting tears end12:36 Navigate the Negative and micro-course-corrections15:50 Trust in Your Truth and handling pushback18:44 Life Choreography explained20:45 Screenwriting your next scene and creating meaning23:40 The five endings journaling practice24

It's conference season, and at the Labour conference in Liverpool - flagshagging, snake-oil merchants and leadership jockeying - is it Keir Starmer's final chance for a reset? Nish and Coco are joined by political journalist Zoë Grünewald. And later - as Trump reveals his plans for peace in Gaza, including a bizarre role for former PM Tony Blair - is the UK doing enough for Gaza? Nish speaks to Labour MP for Stroud, Dr Simon Opher, who earlier this month was denied entry into the occupied West Bank. Simon also fills Nish in on an innovative new prescription medicine - Laughter.  Finally - we open the mailbag to share your wonderful stories of immigration in the UK - and Nish furthers his feud with a beloved British comedy icon. CHECK OUT THIS DEAL FROM OUR SPONSOR https://www.shopify.co.uk/podsavetheuk  GUESTS Zoë Grünewald Simon Opher MP USEFUL LINKS I am an Immigrant Podcast https://iceandfire.co.uk/project/i-am-an-immigrant/ Pod Save the UK is a Reduced Listening production for Crooked Media. Contact us via email: PSUK@reducedlistening.co.uk BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/podsavetheuk.crooked.com Insta: https://instagram.com/podsavetheuk Twitter: https://twitter.com/podsavetheuk TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@podsavetheuk Facebook: https://facebook.com/podsavetheukYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@PodSavetheUK Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: Candlelight, Laughter, and Love: A Sukkot Surprise Romance Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2025-10-01-07-38-20-he Story Transcript:He: ערב סתווי היה, והאוויר היה קריר ופריך.En: It was an autumn evening, and the air was cool and crisp.He: אביב ותמר התכנסו יחד בסוכה קטנה ומאולתרת בשכונה הומה אדם.En: Aviv and Tamar gathered together in a small, improvised sukkah in a bustling neighborhood.He: סביבם נשמעו קולות ילדים משחקים ומשפחות שמחות בחג הסוכות.En: Around them, they could hear the sounds of children playing and families enjoying the Sukkot holiday.He: אור הכוכבים פיזר נצנוץ קל על שולחן הסוכה המתקוּשָט בחגגוֹת צבעוניות של עץ דקל והדרים.En: The starlight gently shimmered on the sukkah table adorned with colorful decorations of palm and citrus.He: אביב ישב קצת לחוץ.En: Aviv sat somewhat anxious.He: זה היה הדייט הראשון שלהם, והוא רצה להרשים את תמר.En: It was their first date, and he wanted to impress Tamar.He: אולם, המחשבות על איך לשלב את המסורת עם העניין הרומנטי טרדו את שלוותו.En: However, thoughts on how to blend tradition with romance disturbed his peace.He: תמר, מצד שני, ישבה במצב רוח רומנטי, מקווה למצוא קשר אמיתי.En: Tamar, on the other hand, was in a romantic mood, hoping to find a real connection.He: היא ידעה שהיא צריכה להרגיש בנוח כדי לפתוח את ליבה.En: She knew she needed to feel comfortable to open her heart.He: "את יודעת," התחיל אביב בהססנות קלה, "כשאני הייתי ילד, תמיד הייתי מחכה לסוכות.En: "You know," Aviv started with slight hesitation, "when I was a kid, I always looked forward to Sukkot.He: כל המשפחה הייתה בונה את הסוכה, והיינו מבלים שם לילות שלמים.En: The whole family would build the sukkah, and we'd spend whole nights there.He: כל החוויות הללו נשארו בי.En: All those experiences stayed with me."He: "תמר חייכה, עיניה נוצצות באור הפנסים.En: Tamar smiled, her eyes sparkling in the light of the lanterns.He: "זה נשמע נפלא.En: "That sounds wonderful.He: גם אני אהבתי את הביחד של החג.En: I also loved the togetherness of the holiday."He: "הרוח החלה לנשוב פתאום, גורמת לסוכה לרעוד.En: Suddenly, the wind started to blow, causing the sukkah to shake.He: אביב ותמר נעמדו במהירות, מרגישים את הדופק שלהם מתגבר מהצורך לפעול יחד כדי להחזיק את הסוכה הנמתחת.En: Aviv and Tamar stood up quickly, feeling their pulse quicken with the need to act together to hold the sukkah in place.He: הם הצמידו את קצות הבמבוק והבד, תוך כדי שהם מצחקקים על המצב המפתיע.En: They pressed the ends of the bamboo and fabric, laughing at the unexpected situation.He: "נראה שאנחנו צוות טוב," אמרה תמר, כשהשתחרר מעט מבטחה וחיוך רחב נפרש על פניה.En: "It seems we're a good team," Tamar said, releasing some of her apprehension and spreading a wide smile across her face.He: "אני שמחה שאתה כאן.En: "I'm glad you're here."He: "אביב הרגיש כיצד לוחם הגרון משתחרר פתאום.En: Aviv felt a weight lift from his throat.He: "אני שמח שהכול טוב," הוא אמר, מרגיש את ליבו נפתח מעט יותר.En: "I'm glad everything is alright," he said, feeling his heart open a little more.He: "תודה שאת כאן.En: "Thank you for being here."He: "עם סיום החוויה המשעשעת, השניים שבו לשולחן, הלחץ ביניהם נמס, והם הצליחו להמשיך את הערב בשיחה קלה ומלאת חיים.En: After the amusing experience ended, the two returned to the table, the pressure between them melted, and they were able to continue the evening with lighthearted and lively conversation.He: הם הבינו שהקשרים האמיתיים נעשים כאשר משתפים חוויות ולא רק מילים.En: They realized that real connections are made by sharing experiences, not just words.He: הדייט הגיע לקיצו, אך הרגשות ילבלבו עוד זמן רב.En: The date came to an end, but the feelings would bloom for a long time.He: אביב הפך יותר פתוח ומחובר ללבו, ותמר קיבלה תעוזה להביע רגשותיה בכנות.En: Aviv became more open and in tune with his heart, and Tamar gained the courage to express her feelings honestly.He: הסוכה, שהתנודדה להם בתחילה, הותירה אותם עם ניסיון ומבט חדש על ההזדמנות להתחבר אמת.En: The sukkah, which initially swayed for them, left them with experience and a new perspective on the opportunity to truly connect. Vocabulary Words:autumn: סתוויcrisp: פריךimprovised: מאולתרתbustling: הומהshimmered: פיזר נצנוץadorned: המתקוּשָטanxious: לחוץblend: לשלבdisturbed: טרדוapprehension: מבטחהhesitation: הססנותsparkling: נוצצותtogetherness: הביחדconnection: קשרwillingness: תעוזהshook: לרעודpulse: דופקquickened: מתגברbamboo: במבוקunexpected: מפתיעteam: צוותreleased: השתחררthroat: גרוןpressure: לחץlighthearted: קלהlively: מלאת חייםbloom: ילבלבוperspective: מבטopportunity: הזדמנותtruly: אמתBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

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Fluent Fiction - Danish: Love and Laughter: The Autumn Adventure at Tivoli Gardens Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2025-10-01-07-38-20-da Story Transcript:Da: Tivoli Gardens var smukt iklædt efterårets farver.En: Tivoli Gardens was beautifully adorned in autumn's colors.Da: Gyldne og røde blade dækkede stierne, mens græskar og spøgelser hilste gæsterne velkommen.En: Golden and red leaves covered the paths while pumpkins and ghosts greeted the guests.Da: Luften var skarp og frisk, og duften af karamelliserede æbler svævede rundt mellem de gamle træer i parken.En: The air was sharp and fresh, and the scent of caramelized apples wafted around the old trees in the park.Da: Jens og Mette gik hånd i hånd.En: Jens and Mette walked hand in hand.Da: Det var deres første date, og Jens var lige dele nervøs og spændt.En: It was their first date, and Jens was equally nervous and excited.Da: Han ville virkelig imponere Mette og få hende til at grine, men det var lidt svært, når han konstant tvivlede på sig selv.En: He really wanted to impress Mette and make her laugh, but it was a bit difficult since he was constantly doubting himself.Da: Mette derimod var fuld af eventyrlyst og nød parken i fulde drag.En: Mette, on the other hand, was full of adventure and enjoyed the park to the fullest.Da: "Se, der er et spøgelseshus!"En: "Look, there's a haunted house!"Da: udbrød Mette begejstret og pegede på en stor, dunkel bygning med edderkoppespind og uhyggelige skrig, der kom indenfra.En: Mette exclaimed excitedly, pointing at a large, dim building with cobwebs and eerie screams coming from inside.Da: Jens så på skiltet og læste: "Spøgelseshus – tør du gå ind?"En: Jens looked at the sign and read: "Haunted House - Do you dare to enter?"Da: Han tøvede et øjeblik, men tænkte så, at dette måske var muligheden for at vise Mette, hvor modig han kunne være.En: He hesitated for a moment, but then thought this might be the opportunity to show Mette how brave he could be.Da: "Lad os gå ind," sagde han med et beslutsomt smil, selvom hans håndflader begyndte at svede.En: "Let's go in," he said with a determined smile, even though his palms started to sweat.Da: Inde i spøgelseshuset var det mørkt, og de blev mødt af kunstige tåger og lyden af skingre hyl.En: Inside the haunted house, it was dark, and they were met with artificial fog and the sound of shrill cries.Da: Jens prøvede at bevare roen, men han kunne mærke sit hjerte banke hurtigere, da de drejede om et hjørne.En: Jens tried to stay calm, but he could feel his heart beating faster as they turned a corner.Da: Pludselig dukkede et falsk genfærd op med lysende øjne, og Jens' frygt tog overhånd.En: Suddenly, a fake ghost with glowing eyes appeared, and Jens' fear took over.Da: Han skreg højt, snublede bagud og kom til at vælte en stor dekorationsdukke.En: He screamed loudly, stumbled backward, and accidentally knocked over a large decorative doll.Da: Dekorationen ramte en række andre udsmykninger, som klodset væltede videre.En: The decoration hit a series of other ornaments, which clumsily toppled over in sequence.Da: Pludseligt blinkede lyset dramatisk, og lyden af kædeeffekten fyldte rummet.En: Suddenly, the lights flashed dramatically, and the sound of the chain reaction filled the room.Da: En bølge af uheldige, men komiske hændelser udspillede sig, mens Jens febrilsk forsøgte at rejse sig op.En: A wave of unfortunate but comical events unfolded as Jens frantically tried to get back up.Da: Mette lo så tårerne trillede ned ad kinderne.En: Mette laughed until tears rolled down her cheeks.Da: Jens så forbløffet op og indså pludselig, hvor komisk han må have set ud.En: Jens looked up, bewildered, and suddenly realized how comical he must have looked.Da: Selvom det ikke gik som planlagt, havde han alligevel fået hende til at grine.En: Although it didn't go as planned, he had still managed to make her laugh.Da: Da de endelig kom ud fra spøgelseshuset, sluttede Mette sig stadig til Jens i latterkramper.En: When they finally emerged from the haunted house, Mette was still in stitches with laughter next to Jens.Da: "Du er noget for dig selv, Jens," sagde hun med et kærligt smil.En: "You are something else, Jens," she said with a loving smile.Da: Jens slappede af, indså at han ikke behøvede at være perfekt, for at vinde Mettes hjerte.En: Jens relaxed, realizing he didn't have to be perfect to win Mette's heart.Da: Han kunne være sig selv, med al sin klodsethed.En: He could be himself, with all his clumsiness.Da: Turen gennem parken fortsatte med grin og lette samtaler, og Jens følte sig mere selvsikker.En: The walk through the park continued with laughter and light conversations, and Jens felt more confident.Da: Han havde lært, at ægte humør og eventyrlyst var det bedste, han kunne byde Mette.En: He had learned that genuine humor and a sense of adventure were the best he could offer Mette.Da: Han havde formået at gøre dagen speciel, uden at han præcis vidste hvordan.En: He had managed to make the day special, without exactly knowing how.Da: Tivoli Gardens blev det perfekte sted for deres uforglemmelige første date, badet i efterårets glød og lyden af glade tider.En: Tivoli Gardens became the perfect place for their unforgettable first date, bathed in autumn's glow and the sound of happy times. Vocabulary Words:adorned: iklædtautumn's: efteråretsscent: duftenwafted: svævedenervous: nervøsexcited: spændtdoubting: tvivledeadventure: eventyreerie: uhyggeligedetermined: beslutsomtshrill: skingrecries: hylcorner: hjørneglowing: lysendefear: frygtdecorative: dekorationsclumsily: klodsetsequence: rækkefølgedramatically: dramatiskbewildered: forbløffetunfortunate: uheldigecomical: komiskeopportunity: mulighedconfident: selvsikkerhumor: humørgenuine: ægteclumsiness: klodsethedunforgettable: uforglemmeligeemerged: kom udbathed: badet

Victoria Johnson speaks with attorney-turned-betrayal-recovery expert Lora Cheadle about healing after profound betrayal and reclaiming identity, joy, and agency. Lora shares how discovering her husband's long-term infidelity dismantled her sense of self, how she rebuilt using her 5-step FLAUNT framework, and why accepting reality, feeling feelings, and trusting your own truth are the bedrock of recovery. Together they explore reframing anniversaries of loss, navigating setbacks without spiritual bypassing, and “closing scenes” in life like a screenwriter so you can move into the next act with intention.Betrayal can come from people, life events, our bodies, and self-abandonment through people-pleasing and perfectionism.Healing requires both regulation and meaning-making. Laughter and play help regulate the nervous system so the prefrontal cortex can engage.Spiritual bypassing slows recovery. Give yourself permission to feel fully, then use tools to move through.Progress is not linear. Navigation means pivoting, resting, and continuing with small course corrections.Trust your own filter. Seek advice, then decide from inner knowing and communicate clearly: “I valued your input, and I have decided to do X.”Find Your Fetish: Return to pure joy and play for its own sake.Laugh Out Loud: Use laughter to calm and re-regulate the nervous system.AU Accept Unconditionally: The golden centre. Accept yourself, others, and what has happened, without trying to change the past.Navigate the Negative: Expect storms and keep adjusting your course.Trust in Your Truth: Use your intellect and intuition as the final filter.Anniversary reframe: Mark difficult dates as milestones of reclamation and growth.Feel first, then frame: Allow the tears, nausea, and grief. Afterward, choose a supportive narrative.Five endings exercise: Journal five distinct meanings or endings for a hard event. Pick one and identify what lessons or “foreshadowing” you will carry into the next scene.Boundary script for advice-givers: “Thank you. I took it into consideration, and I have decided to do Y.”Micro-navigation: When plans stall, make a small shift rather than abandoning the plan entirely.“Joy is your natural state.”“The universe gave me the answer before it gave me the problem.”“You are the writer of your own screenplay.”“Accept unconditionally. Then navigate.”Books by Lora Cheadle: Flaunt: Drop Your Cover and Reveal Your Smart, Sexy, and Spiritual Self; It's Not Burnout, It's Betrayal.Program: Life Choreography.Website: laurachedle.com (as stated in the episode).From Betrayal to Radiance: Lora Cheadle's FLAUNT FrameworkFeel, Accept, Navigate: Healing After Betrayal with Lora CheadleYou Are the Writer: Reframing Pain and Choosing Your Next SceneBetrayal-recovery expert Lora Cheadle joins Victoria to unpack FLAUNT, a five-step path from shock and self-doubt to joy, acceptance, and self-trust. Learn how to regulate your nervous system with laughter, avoid spiritual bypassing, and “close scenes” in your life like a screenwriter so you can move forward with clarity.00:00 Welcome and guest intro01:31 Lora's story and the shattering of identity06:10 FLAUNT overview and why joy and laughter come first08:22 Accept Unconditionally without bypassing11:40 Feeling feelings and letting tears end12:36 Navigate the Negative and micro-course-corrections15:50 Trust in Your Truth and handling pushback18:44 Life Choreography explained20:45 Screenwriting your next scene and creating meaning23:40 The five endings journaling practice24:29 Favourite quote and closingGrab Lora's books, explore Life Choreography, and try the Five Endings worksheet tonight. If this episode helped, please rate, review, and share with someone who needs it.To learn more about Heal Your Life Training with Victoria Johnson, please visit: healyourlifetrainer.com or email info@thetraining.ca.Thank you, Victoria Johnson, PhD.

A Legendary Life of Faith, Family, and Laughter with Jeff Foxworthy (Part 2) What if the very things the world tells you will make you happy—fame, wealth, recognition—turn out to be the biggest illusions of all? In this powerful continuation of my conversation with Jeff Foxworthy, one of the most successful comedians of all time, we go beyond the laughs to uncover the faith, humility, and life lessons that have shaped the man behind the jokes. In Part 1, Jeff opened up about his childhood, the pain of an absent father, and how comedy became both a calling and a gift from God. In Part 2, we go even deeper. Jeff reveals what it felt like to stand terrified behind the curtain of The Tonight Show moments before Johnny Carson called him to the stage—and how that leap of faith launched his career. He shares stories of living as the “underdog,” being mentored by Chick-fil-A founder Truett Cathy, and why he believes encouragement is one of the most powerful forces in the world. But what struck me most is Jeff's unwavering commitment to living out his faith. From ministering to the homeless community, to teaching his children and grandchildren that kindness and effort matter more than status, Jeff shows us what it means to use your platform for purpose. This conversation is full of wisdom about letting go of control, trusting God's plan, and remembering that our true identity is not in what we do, but in who we are as children of God. This is one of those rare interviews that's both deeply moving and practical. Jeff talks about how to discover and honor the gifts you've been given, why you don't need to be 100% ready to take a leap, and how suffering can become the soil where your greatest impact is born. I promise you—this episode will stay with you long after it ends. Key Takeaways: Why you'll never feel 100% “ready”—and why you need to jump anyway How childhood wounds can become seeds of compassion and service The secret to storytelling and connection that made Jeff a comedy legend Why encouragement is one of the most underrated superpowers you can give away How to let go, surrender control, and live with unshakable faith This conversation isn't just about comedy—it's about courage, calling, and living a life of eternal impact. Don't miss it. Also don't miss out on MAXOUT2026: Once a year, I open my home for an intimate one-day experience unlike anything else I do. This year, I'm making it even smaller—just 12 to 15 people. Together, we'll dive deep into the exact strategies I use to plan, visualize, and design the best year of my life—and yours. If you're ready to Max Out your future, join me at Maxout2026.com for a life-changing day you'll never forget. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Send us a textWhat happens when a woman who once counseled the dying decides to spend her life making people laugh? Colleen Quinn's story is raw, wild, and unforgettable. From losing her fiancé just weeks before their wedding, to building the Omaha Funny Bone into one of the Midwest's most iconic comedy clubs, Colleen has lived at the intersection of grief and joy for over 30 years.In this conversation, Eric and Colleen dive into death, reinvention, addiction in comedy, raising kids in the club world, and what it really takes to survive in an industry built on laughter. You'll hear the untold stories of legends, the comics who never made it, and the one star she swears will never set foot in her club again.This is comedy history with a backbone and Colleen Quinn proves that sometimes the funniest people are forged in fire.Listen to this episode on other podcast platforms: Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/BeAuthenticSpotifyGoogle Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/BeAuthenticGooglePodcastApple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/BeAuthenticApplePodcastAmazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/BeAuthenticAmazonMusic Connect with "Be Authentic or GTFO" on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beauthenticorGTFOInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/beauthenticorGTFOWebsite: https://beauthenticorgtfo.com Follow Podcast Host Eric Oberembt on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eric.oberembtInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/oberembt

In this episode of Practically Magic, hosts Courtney Pearl and Jaime Osbahr explore the intersection of humor, authenticity, and the witchy lifestyle. They discuss how humor can serve as both a coping mechanism and a means of connection, particularly within family dynamics. The conversation delves into the importance of being true to oneself in public spaces, the healing power of laughter, and the role of humor in relationships. They also touch on the significance of creating a family culture that embraces humor and the energy associated with it. The episode concludes with a discussion on the crystal carnelian, symbolizing joy and creativity, and its connection to humor and authenticity. Takeaways Being a witch can be playful and fun. Authenticity is about making eye contact and being vulnerable. Humor can mask deeper pain and trauma. Family gatherings often revolve around humor and connection. Comedy can be a way to process difficult experiences. Creating a culture of humor in families fosters connection. Laughter has physical and emotional healing benefits. Mindfulness can help us navigate our use of humor. Humor can be a tool for engaging with others. Carnelian represents joy and creativity, enhancing our humor.  Chapters 00:00 Embracing Authenticity and Playfulness 11:13 Humor as a Coping Mechanism 16:33 Generational Perspectives on Humor 26:45 Creating a Family Culture of Laughter 33:50 Mutual Respect and Open Communication 40:08 The Healing Power of Laughter 50:22 Creativity and Humor Connection

Daily Dad Jokes (30 Sep 2025) The official Daily Dad Jokes Podcast electronic button now available on Amazon. The perfect gift for dad! Click here here to view! Email Newsletter: Looking for more dad joke humor to share? Then subscribe to our new weekly email newsletter. It's our weekly round-up of the best dad jokes, memes, and humor for you to enjoy. Spread the laughs, and groans, and sign up today! Click here to subscribe! Listen to the Daily Dad Jokes podcast here: https://dailydadjokespodcast.com/ or search "Daily Dad Jokes" in your podcast app. Interested in Business and Finance news? Then listen to our sister show: The Daily Business and Finance Show. Check out the website here or search "Daily Business and Finance Show" in your podcast app. Jokes sourced and curated from reddit.com/r/dadjokes. Joke credits: Suspicious_Log_5822, digiBeLow, masterjon_3, josh_inya, Masselein, RobIson240YT, Decided-2-Try, Bluebourner, Andonon, ElaborateCantaloupe, Additional-Many2121, MelodicMention8125, Dry-Document-6306, , pLeThOrAx, _019, dustaknuckz, Healthy_Ladder_6198, Dashover, IEnjoyDadJokes, GiborDesign Subscribe to this podcast via: iHeartMedia Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts YouTube Channel Social media: Instagram Facebook Twitter TikTok Discord Interested in advertising or sponsoring our show? Contact us at mediasales@klassicstudios.com Produced by Klassic Studios using AutoGen Podcast technology (http://klassicstudios.com/autogen-podcasts/) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Dad Jokes (30 Sep 2025) The official Daily Dad Jokes Podcast electronic button now available on Amazon. The perfect gift for dad! Click here here to view! Email Newsletter: Looking for more dad joke humor to share? Then subscribe to our new weekly email newsletter. It's our weekly round-up of the best dad jokes, memes, and humor for you to enjoy. Spread the laughs, and groans, and sign up today! Click here to subscribe! Listen to the Daily Dad Jokes podcast here: https://dailydadjokespodcast.com/ or search "Daily Dad Jokes" in your podcast app. Interested in Business and Finance news? Then listen to our sister show: The Daily Business and Finance Show. Check out the website here or search "Daily Business and Finance Show" in your podcast app. Jokes sourced and curated from reddit.com/r/dadjokes. Joke credits: Whatifitsbroken, BoggsMill, itsokaytofeelgood, Joel_Boyens, WHACKADOO1997, sid-snot, dungeon-and-disaster, incredibleinkpen, StrikingRise4356, Man-e-questions, speculatrix, Flowy_Mc_flow_Face, ilikesidehugs, , in_kent, joyousFNday, L_Dubb85, leftbobgolfer01, leftbobgolfer01, Longjumping_Glass157, No_Kangaroo4828 Subscribe to this podcast via: iHeartMedia Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts YouTube Channel Social media: Instagram Facebook Twitter TikTok Discord Interested in advertising or sponsoring our show? Contact us at mediasales@klassicstudios.com Produced by Klassic Studios using AutoGen Podcast technology (http://klassicstudios.com/autogen-podcasts/) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Text us, We would love to her from YOU!Prosperity isn't earned—it's remembered. The Interviewer's audio portion has distortion. The guest is clear and she shares her powerful story and work.In this episode of Happy Hour for the Spiritually Curious, Dr. Sandra Marie sits down with Debbie Dobbins, global speaker, spiritual wealth mentor, and author of Your Inner Billionaire. Debbie shares her journey from millions made and lost, through addiction, and cancer, to becoming a conduit for abundance and freedom.We explore: ✨ Why prosperity is remembrance, not hustle ✨ How forgiveness + gratitude literally rewires the brain ✨ Chaos as the natural order (and how it works in your favor) ✨ Wise-woman rewiring at midlife: from burnout to wisdom ✨ The difference between seeking and becoming a conduit for wealth ✨ Laughter, curiosity, and self-compassion as daily medicineLinksDebbie Dobbins website: www.thedebbiedobbins.comSupport the showPlease subscribe and follow the show to get updates on new releases.Kindly asking to share with friends who may enjoy or benefit.Support Happy Hour for the Spiritually Curious WildSoulsGathering.comEmbrace YOUR Wild Soul!https://www.youtube.com/@wildsoulgatheringhttps://www.tiktok.com/@spirituallycurioushttps://www.twitter.com/@soul_gatheringshttps://www.instagram.com/wildsoulgatheringshttps://www.facebook.com/groups/669456900799583

Laughter and joy are typical characteristics of those who are close to Christ and experience the love of the Holy Spirit. We are called to witness Christ's joy and love in our lives. By being joyful and sowing laughter, we can help bring people closer to Christ and serve the Lord through that. This blogcast explores “Serve the Lord with Laughter" from the Ad Infinitum blog, written by Kate Fowler and read by Sarah Scalfaro.“Serve the Lord with laughter.”It's a quote from a favorite and incredibly popular saint that might surprise us, for the man who spoke these words was so deep, profound, and intentional that we might overlook the fact that he laughed. When we think of St. Padre Pio, we often instead focus on the deep wounds in his hands—the stigmata which he bore for 50 years—or his ability to levitate, speak with his guardian angel, read souls, or bilocate.Laughter seems too ordinary, perhaps, for sanctity.And yet, as a practical jokester and manager of mischief, I am drawn to this quote deeply—for I feel a personal apostolate of joy and am experiencing that call more starkly in a season in my life marked by exhaustion, stress, and transition.Some of my favorite saints and quotes from Scripture focus on the theme of joy. When asked to speak to a group at Theology on Tap several years ago, I chose “The Serious Call to Joy” as my topic. I love Psalm 34, which reads, “Look to him that you may be radiant with joy.” And I often meditate on Christ's words to his disciples: “I have said these things to you, so that my joy may be in you, and that your joy may be complete” (Jn 15:11). Finally, a patron of our family is St. Philip Neri, who was lovingly nicknamed “Apostle of Joy.” My son John Philip was even born on his feast day and shares his name.When I think of what I want to be called after my death, I can't think of anything better than that title given to St. Philip Neri (apart from, perhaps, being known as the Patron Saint of Bacon). To me, joy just seems like the natural fruit of holiness—a sure sign of a deep and profound relationship with Christ.Pope Francis himself has noted this—dedicating an entire encyclical to the joy of the Gospel. He made waves when publishing the encyclical because he said there was no room in evangelization for “sourpusses”—the first time any such term has appeared in a papal document.He explains, “Proclaiming Christ means showing that to believe in and to follow him is not only something right and true, but also something beautiful, capable of filling life with new splendor and profound joy, even in the midst of difficulties.”I think now of joy perhaps because I'm seeing so little of it in general. The world seems bogged down by burdens greater than we think we can bear. And being 8 months pregnant, I find myself a bit bogged down physically and emotionally, too. But, Pope Francis reminds us that the joy of Christ is possible even in the midst of our suffering and hardship. This does not diminish our suffering, nor does it erase or ignore it, but points out that Christian joy can transcend and transfigure suffering.So, when I came across Padre Pio's quote on his feast day earlier this month, it was a powerful reminder of my call to laughter—or at least of my commitment to being an apostle of joy.Pope Francis continues, “Joy adapts and changes, but it always endures, even as a flicker of light born of our personal certainty that, when everything is said and done, we are infinitely loved.” (EG, 6)The knowledge that I am infinitely loved despite my frailty and littleness, especially in this season of pregnancy, is what beckons me ever onward.If I think of my life right now, I don't know how else to keep going other than by laughing. I look down to find crumbs and stains dotting my bulging belly. My goal most days is not to waddle while walking. I find myself stopping mid-sentence because I forgot my train of thought or walking into a room to get something just to leave puzzled, muttering to myself. Turning over in bed practically requires the use of a crane. And I face my staircase each day with the determination of one climbing Mt. Everest.Humor aside, if we turn to Scripture, we find a love story saturated with calls and invitations to joy. From the Old Testament to the New, God speaks to us throughout salvation history because he wants to restore his creation to be “man fully alive.” For me, someone who is “fully alive” is a person of joy that radiates love wherever they go.​As our world and society continue to navigate times of hardship, transition, and injustice, and as you personally continue to navigate your own crosses (whether they be staircases or not), I invite you to ask St. Padre Pio and other holy men and women to help teach you the secret of joy that comes from “the certainty that Jesus is with us and with the Father.”May we all become apostles and ambassadors of joy to a world thirsting for Christ's love and may we find creative and nourishing ways to serve the Lord with laughter.As Pope Francis quotes Paul VI saying,“Let us recover and deepen our enthusiasm, that ‘delightful and comforting joy of evangelizing, even when it is in tears that we must sow… And may the world of our time, which is searching, sometimes with anguish, sometimes with hope, be enabled to receive the good news not from evangelizers who are dejected, discouraged, impatient or anxious, but from ministers of the Gospel whose lives glow with fervor, who have first received the joy of Christ.[6]'”  Author:Kate Fowler is a collaborator with the Catholic Apostolate Center. She received her Master's in Leadership for the New Evangelization from the Augustine Institute.  Resources:Listen to On Mission podcastRead the Ad Infinitum blog Follow us:The Catholic Apostolate CenterThe Center's podcast websiteInstagramFacebookApple PodcastsSpotify Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. also appears on the podcast, On Mission, which is produced by the Catholic Apostolate Center and you can also listen to his weekly Sunday Gospel reflections. Follow the Center on Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter), and YouTube to remain up-to-date on the latest Center resources.

Laura channels the timeless wit and wisdom of Mark Twain—not only as the legendary author and humorist, but as a soul continuing his purpose on the other side. His message reminds us to lighten up, discover the gold within our own stories, and allow our voices to shine with creativity and truth.Mark Twain (born Samuel Langhorne Clemens, 1835–1910) grew up along the Mississippi River in the small town of Hannibal, Missouri. His childhood surrounded by riverboats, storytelling, and the colorful characters of a frontier town would later inspire his most famous works, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.He showed us that humor is more than entertainment—it's a powerful tool for truth and transformation, capable of opening minds, dissolving prejudice, and inspiring change.For more information about Laura and her work you can go to her website www.healingpowers.net or find her on X @thatlaurapowers, on Facebook at @realhealingpowers and @mllelaura, and on Instagram, TikTok and Insight Timer @laurapowers44.

The Philadelphia Union find themselves in the driver's seat once again, controlling their own destiny to win the Supporters' Shield. They took care of business comfortably against D.C. United, defeating them 6-0, while Inter Miami drew 1-1 with Toronto FC. Todd talks about the latest Union news, including Frankie Westfield being selected for the U-20 USA World Cup team. He also shares his thoughts from the game against D.C. United, covering topics such as injuries to Quinn Sullivan, Kai Wagner, Indiana Vassilev, and Jeremy Rafanello; Milan Iloski continuing to shine for the Union and his growing chemistry with Mikael Uhre; adjustments to Bradley Carnell's game plan following the early substitution of Quinn Sullivan; and, with two games remaining, whether the Union can close out the Supporters' Shield.   News: Frankie Westfield selected to the U.S. Under-20 Men's National Team For 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup: [8:01] MLS release roster profiles for clubs as of September 18, 2025: [21:09] D.C. United v Philadelphia Union: Union break more records against D.C. United / not going to overassess game: [26:00] Injuries to Quinn Sullivan, Kai Wagner, Indy Vassilev and Jeremy Rafanello: [40:24] Tactically adjustments once Quinn Sullivan has to be subbed: [49:55] Milan Iloski continues to shine + chemistry with Mikael Uhre: [57:35] Two Games Left, Can The Union Hold Onto The Supporter's Shield Lead: [1:07:07]   Social Media: Twitter: @FreeKickPod Instagram: @FreeKickPod Facebook: @FreeKickPod YouTube: The Free Kick https://thefreekick.substack.com/ Laughter, Smiles, and Support Define Union's ‘Fearless 43' Celebration - Kyle Almoney

In this episode, We sit down with our dear friend Justin Gary — game designer, author, speaker, world traveler, longtime Burner, and all-around inspiring human. Together, we dive into a playful and profound conversation about how the principles of game design can help us create more joyful, intentional lives.We explore:✨How healthy habits and powerful questions can guide us toward living our best lives ✨Using the metaphor of games to set goals and see challenges differently✨Why “failure” can actually be one of our greatest teachers and growth opportunities✨Laughter, friendship, and the playful spirit that makes life more meaningfulJustin also shares insights from his journey as a creator and traveler, weaving together wisdom from his adventures and projects.Mentioned in this episode: ✨www.JustinGary.com ✨Level Up ✨www.lifestudent.com ✨poweraffirmation.comTune in for an inspiring and joy-filled conversation that will leave you thinking differently about your habits, your goals, and the “game” of life itself.This episode is sponsored by Lucid — a delicious mushroom nootropic drink designed to boost focus, creativity, and calm energy without the crash. It's our go-to for staying clear, inspired, and present. Learn more: BecomeLucid.com

As summer wanes and the nights grow long, we turn to tales of witches, curses, and the old ways that never truly died. For centuries, harvest time has carried its own magic: charms for fields, blessings for homes, and darker stories of those who bent nature to their will.In January 1962, uncontrollable laughter seized a girls' boarding school in Kashasha, Tanganyika, then leapt from classroom to village to village. Over 18 months, waves of giggling fits, tears, fainting, and fatigue shut down 14 schools and afflicted about 1,000 people across a 100-mile region.The BOOKBY US A COFFEEJoin Sarah's new FACEBOOK GROUPSubscribe to our PATREONEMAIL us your storiesFollow us on YOUTUBEJoin us on INSTAGRAMJoin us on TWITTERJoin us on FACEBOOKVisit our WEBSITEResearch:https://www.theguardian.com/world/2017/oct/09/un-moves-malawi-staff-vampire-scarehttps://www.theguardian.com/world/2017/oct/19/malawi-mobs-kill-two-more-people-accused-of-being-vampireshttps://africanarguments.org/2017/11/a-symbolic-representation-of-life-behind-malawis-blood-sucking-beliefs/https://www.equaltimes.org/when-rumours-of-blood-suckers-andhttps://www.voanews.com/a/malawi-president-crack-down-vampires-witchcraft-after-lynchings/4069571.htmlhttps://www.vice.com/en/article/how-colonialism-fueled-deadly-anti-vampire-hysteria-in-malawiThanks so much for listening, and we'll catch up with you again tomorrow!Sarah and Tobie xx"Spacial Winds" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/SURVEY Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Christy brings in Mark Twain and Charlie Chaplin. Their lives were both a dance between humor and seriousness. They both had alter egos - Samuel Clemens with Mark Twain and Charlie Chaplin with the Tramp. They explian how humor is used to teach and to heal. To join the Inner Self reading waitlist with Christy email garybodley @ gmail . com To learn more about Christy Levy, click here. To book a 55-minute connect call with Gary, click here For more info about the new 7 Rays Activations program, please click here  

Send us a message, we can't respond. If you'd like a response email us at rick@warriorswaymindset.comIn this conversation, Rick Yee and Jordan Stacks Shelton delve into the complexities of personal challenges, relationships, and the impact of past experiences on current dating perceptions. They explore the irrational fears that can arise from previous relationships, the unrealistic expectations set by dating apps, and the importance of authenticity and honesty in building meaningful connections. The discussion also touches on the double standards present in dating, the journey of self-discovery, and the psychological manipulation that can occur in relationships. Ultimately, they emphasize the need for integrity and the dangers of victimhood in the context of love and relationships. In this conversation, Rick Yee and Stacks delve into the complexities of relationships, the psychological manipulation often present in counseling, and the societal implications of self-worship and lack of purpose. They discuss the hypocrisy in leadership roles, the impact of gaslighting, and the importance of taking personal responsibility. The dialogue emphasizes the need for authentic relationships and the role of strong men in society, advocating for a return to purpose and connection over consumption and self-destruction. Join our free men's community! Click here for more information Join our free men's community! Click here for more informationSupport the showJoin our Discord community now and start your transformation today!MEN click here ----- WOMEN click here If you want more information on our programs head over to our website here

Daily Dad Jokes (29 Sep 2025) The official Daily Dad Jokes Podcast electronic button now available on Amazon. The perfect gift for dad! Click here here to view! Email Newsletter: Looking for more dad joke humor to share? Then subscribe to our new weekly email newsletter. It's our weekly round-up of the best dad jokes, memes, and humor for you to enjoy. Spread the laughs, and groans, and sign up today! Click here to subscribe! Listen to the Daily Dad Jokes podcast here: https://dailydadjokespodcast.com/ or search "Daily Dad Jokes" in your podcast app. Interested in Business and Finance news? Then listen to our sister show: The Daily Business and Finance Show. Check out the website here or search "Daily Business and Finance Show" in your podcast app. Jokes sourced and curated from reddit.com/r/dadjokes. Joke credits: cosmicqueries, VordovKolnir, musaaaaaaaaaaaa, poundsdpound, poundsdpound, BringBackFatMac, poundsdpound, FoxyWhiplash, Longjumping_Glass157, poundsdpound, bowen7477, Bluebourner, Masselein, , razor10000, The_C_Train, memoryarcadepodcast, Longjumping_Glass157, Ok_Zombie_8354, BadGuy_GoodServices, ZoubiDoubi Subscribe to this podcast via: iHeartMedia Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts YouTube Channel Social media: Instagram Facebook Twitter TikTok Discord Interested in advertising or sponsoring our show? Contact us at mediasales@klassicstudios.com Produced by Klassic Studios using AutoGen Podcast technology (http://klassicstudios.com/autogen-podcasts/) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marriage is a blending of two lives and two household solutions, therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh.

Marriage is a blending of two lives and two household solutions, therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh.

Marriage is a blending of two lives and two household solutions, therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh. Marriage is a blending of two lives and two household solutions.

Daily Dad Jokes (28 Sep 2025) The official Daily Dad Jokes Podcast electronic button now available on Amazon. The perfect gift for dad! Click here here to view! Email Newsletter: Looking for more dad joke humor to share? Then subscribe to our new weekly email newsletter. It's our weekly round-up of the best dad jokes, memes, and humor for you to enjoy. Spread the laughs, and groans, and sign up today! Click here to subscribe! Listen to the Daily Dad Jokes podcast here: https://dailydadjokespodcast.com/ or search "Daily Dad Jokes" in your podcast app. Interested in Business and Finance news? Then listen to our sister show: The Daily Business and Finance Show. Check out the website here or search "Daily Business and Finance Show" in your podcast app. Jokes sourced and curated from reddit.com/r/dadjokes. Joke credits: Decided-2-Try, PonderStibbonsJr, Affectionate_Lead_13, Sea_Economics1032, Industricon, W4rmboy, track0x2, JustTiredAsUsual, FrenziedRuttingBoar, WetTruckman, Man-e-questions, dadjokeschannel, Masselein, , AbsurdKnurd, GiborDesign, Sir_Pluses, darcys_beard, digiBeLow Subscribe to this podcast via: iHeartMedia Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts YouTube Channel Social media: Instagram Facebook Twitter TikTok Discord Interested in advertising or sponsoring our show? Contact us at mediasales@klassicstudios.com Produced by Klassic Studios using AutoGen Podcast technology (http://klassicstudios.com/autogen-podcasts/) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly! In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly, we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to decide which science is the best, and this week we’re diving into the science of why some spots on our body make us laugh until we squirm — the mystery of ticklishness revealed! First up in Science in the News, NASA prepares to send astronauts on a 10-day trip around the Moon next year — an epic journey into deep space! Then, we chase down Emile the Elk, who’s been roaming across Europe all summer before finally being caught. And finally, Dan is joined by Ed Turner from the National Space Centre to explore the Orionids meteor shower — a dazzling cosmic light show set to brighten up the skies all through October. Then, we answer your questions! Leo wants to know why we get headaches, and neuroscientist Sophie Scott explains why certain spots on our bodies are extra ticklish. In Dangerous Dan, we’re meeting one of the deadliest scorpions on the planet: the Indian Red Scorpion. And in Battle of the Sciences, Exmoor National Park Ranger Charlotte Wray lifts the lid on the wild world of park rangers — and reveals what it really takes to protect one of Britain’s most stunning landscapes. What do we learn about?· Why certain spots on our body are ticklish· NASA’s plan to send astronauts on a 10-day lunar journey· How Emile the Elk became Europe’s most famous runaway· The cosmic wonder of the Orionids meteor shower· The deadly Indian Red Scorpion· And in Battle of the Sciences... the wild world of park rangers! All on this week’s episode of Science Weekly!Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 Months, I tell you. That is how long it has been. We are back with disinformation, some funny stuff and more educational commentary than you can shake a stick at. We should be good to go until the FCC shuts us down, so hang in there America!

Fluent Fiction - Catalan: From Market Mishaps to Laughter: A Family's La Mercè Journey Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ca/episode/2025-09-27-22-34-01-ca Story Transcript:Ca: Oriol estava decidit a convertir La Mercè en un dia especial per a la seva família.En: Oriol was determined to make La Mercè a special day for his family.Ca: Feia dies que pensava en el sopar perfecte.En: For days, he had been thinking about the perfect dinner.Ca: L'ambient a casa seva no era fàcil.En: The atmosphere at home was not easy.Ca: El diumenge, la llum de tardor omplia la petita cuina, però l'espai semblava més fosc a causa de les tensions.En: On Sunday, the autumn light filled the small kitchen, but the space seemed darker due to the tensions.Ca: La cuina estava plena d'arbúcies d'espècies i herbes que Oriol havia comprat al mercat.En: The kitchen was full of bunches of spices and herbs that Oriol had bought at the market.Ca: Les verdures fresques i el peix estaven esteses sobre la taula vella de fusta.En: Fresh vegetables and fish were laid out on the old wooden table.Ca: "Vaig al mercat. Necessito algunes coses més," va dir Oriol amb decisió, mirant als seus fills, Martí i Laura.En: "I'm going to the market. I need a few more things," said Oriol decisively, looking at his children, Martí and Laura.Ca: Laura, la seva filla adolescent, va fer un sospir llarg.En: Laura, his teenage daughter, let out a long sigh.Ca: "Jo passo. Prefereixo quedar-me aquí." Els braços creuats i el gest de fàstic eren el seu llenguatge habitual darrerament.En: "I'll pass. I'd rather stay here." Her crossed arms and disgusted gesture were her usual language lately.Ca: Martí, el fill petit, va mirar l'Oriol amb ulls brillants.En: Martí, the younger son, looked at Oriol with bright eyes.Ca: "Jo vull anar! Puc anar amb tu?" va preguntar amb entusiasme.En: "I want to go! Can I go with you?" he asked enthusiastically.Ca: El mercat estava ple de gent i de vida.En: The market was full of people and life.Ca: Venedors cridaven les ofertes del dia.En: Vendors were shouting the day's offers.Ca: Oriol sabia on trobar els millors productes.En: Oriol knew where to find the best products.Ca: Tenia una llista: "pa amb tomàquet, escalivada, crema catalana".En: He had a list: "pa amb tomàquet, escalivada, crema catalana."Ca: Cada ingredient era un record de sopars passats, feliços, abans que les discussions es fessin freqüents.En: Each ingredient was a memory of past, happy dinners before the arguments became frequent.Ca: Martí corria pel mercat, assenyalant tot el que cridava la seva atenció.En: Martí ran around the market, pointing at everything that caught his attention.Ca: De tornada a casa, l'ambient de festa minvava ràpidament a mesura que Laura murmurava que no li agradava el peix.En: Back home, the festive atmosphere quickly diminished as Laura murmured that she didn't like fish.Ca: Una vegada a la cuina, Oriol va començar a preparar el sopar.En: Once in the kitchen, Oriol began preparing dinner.Ca: Tots eren a la cuina encara que estaven en móns diferents.En: They were all in the kitchen, though they were in different worlds.Ca: Martí intentava ajudar, portant les verdures a Oriol.En: Martí tried to help by bringing the vegetables to Oriol.Ca: Laura enviava missatges amb el mòbil, poc implicada en la situació.En: Laura was sending messages on her phone, barely involved in the situation.Ca: De sobte, mentre Oriol fregia, Martí, en un intent de moure una olla, va colpejar accidentalment el bol amb la crema catalana preparada.En: Suddenly, while Oriol was frying, Martí, in an attempt to move a pot, accidentally knocked the bowl with the prepared crema catalana.Ca: Va caure al terra amb un soroll que va semblar final a la pau de la tarda.En: It fell to the floor with a noise that seemed to mark the end of the afternoon's peace.Ca: Laura va exclamar enfadada. "Mira el que has fet! Sempre fas el mateix!", i va marxar de la cuina.En: Laura exclaimed angrily, "Look what you've done! You always do the same!" and left the kitchen.Ca: Allò era el colmo per Oriol.En: That was the last straw for Oriol.Ca: Tants esforços per res.En: So much effort for nothing.Ca: Però va decidir que no podia rendir-se.En: But he decided he couldn't give up.Ca: Va respirar profundament i va buscar a la seva ment una història antiga de La Mercè, una que sempre havia fet riure a tothom: la història del gegant que ballava tan malament que va acabar amb els peus en un cub ple de vi.En: He took a deep breath and searched his mind for an old story about La Mercè, one that had always made everyone laugh: the story of the giant who danced so poorly that he ended up with his feet in a tub full of wine.Ca: La narració va començar a sortir naturalment, i malgrat l'accident, Martí va començar a riure.En: The story began to flow naturally, and despite the accident, Martí started to laugh.Ca: La seva rialla va atraure l'atenció de Laura, que va tornar, curiosa, encara amb un somriure tènue.En: His laughter caught Laura's attention, who returned, curious, with a faint smile.Ca: "Penseu que som tan maldestres com el gegant?" va continuar Oriol, imitant amb gestos còmics el gegant de la història.En: "Do you think we're as clumsy as the giant?" Oriol continued, imitating with comical gestures the giant from the story.Ca: Al final, tant Laura com Martí van acabar rient.En: In the end, both Laura and Martí ended up laughing.Ca: La tensió d'abans es va dissipar com una boira que s'aixeca.En: The previous tension dissipated like fog lifting.Ca: Oriol va veure que la perfecció no era la clau per a la felicitat en família.En: Oriol realized that perfection was not the key to family happiness.Ca: A La Mercè no es tracta de tenir el sopar perfecte.En: La Mercè wasn't about having the perfect dinner.Ca: Es tracta de compartir.En: It was about sharing.Ca: Les històries i els records compartits van ajudar a tornar a unir la seva família, almenys per aquell moment, aquell sopar.En: The shared stories and memories helped bring his family back together, at least for that moment and that dinner.Ca: I, malgrat tot, fou una nit inoblidable.En: And despite everything, it was an unforgettable night. Vocabulary Words:the atmosphere: l'ambientthe tensions: les tensionsdetermined: deciditthe autumn: la tardorthe bunches: les arbúciesthe spices: les espèciesdecisively: amb decisióthe teenager: l'adolescentthe gesture: el gestthe vendors: els venedorsthe offers: les ofertesfrequent: freqüentsthe argument: la discussiófestive: de festadiminished: minvavabarely: pocthe explosion: el sorollaccidentally: accidentalmentexclaimed: va exclamarthe effort: l'esforçthe giant: el gegantcomical: còmicsclumsy: maldestredissipated: es va dissiparthe fog: la boiraperfection: la perfeccióthe happiness: la felicitatto share: compartirthe memories: els recordsunforgettable: inoblidable

Laughter—why does it happen? Brilliant filmmaker and comedy consigliere Ian Faria joins the study group to break down comedy in all its forms, be it slapstick physical violence, zinging dialogue, or a slow-burn silent reveal. Ian is just wrapping up post-production on a feature with his comedy group Simple Town and has much to share. This episode is the whole ball of wax and you're just gonna love it—definitely stay tuned to the very end for a surprise...! Coens covered: No Country for Old Men, Raising Arizona, The Big Lebowski, O Brother Where Art Thou?, The Ladykillers, Burn After Reading Plus: Friendship, Simple Town Goes to London Want to join the study group? Follow us on social media, tell your friends about the show, and leave a rating/review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. These all really help the show. And join the Discord too! **You can also support us directly at https://ko-fi.com/tothewhitesea** For all things TTWS visit tothewhitesea.me

They came out, all of them, like Lady Macbeth, crying, “Out, damn spot,” anything to distance themselves from the words of Tyler Robinson to his lover to justify the killing of Charlie Kirk. What was Charlie's big crime? He believed in the biological reality of men and women and refused to go along with what he thought was a lie. To Tyler Robinson, that meant he was “spreading too much hate,” and it could not be “negotiated down.” He was not having a mental collapse. He was not suicidal. He was a cold-blooded assassin doing the bidding of fanatics whose fury had brought them to this deadly moment. And so Charlie had to die because that's what happens to “fascists.” All of us who have been booted out of utopia for one reason or another know what it feels like to have our characters assassinated by people who think their moral superiority means they have the right to be Judge, Jury, and now, Executioner of those who refuse to comply and conform.One wrong word and you're a “racist,” even trying to stand up for someone being called a racist, like Megyn Kelly or Chris Harrison did, means they'll assassinate your character anyway, with no due process and no presumption of innocence. It was in 2020 that I could not take it anymore, this ugly, unending, bottomless dehumanizing of Trump and his supporters. Maybe it was my over-abundance of empathy, maybe it was that I'd been attacked, my character assassinated. Or maybe it was lockdowns, my dear friend and ex-boyfriend overdosing on heroin from loneliness, and my daughter moving across the country. Whatever it was, I felt the cold hand of evil every time I logged on, and I watched them unleash hell on one man, his family, his staff, and his supporters.Why are they doing this? I demanded of them. They must know what I know that dehumanizing whole groups of people is never the right side of history, no matter what. But once they cast Trump supporters as “racist white people,” “fascists,” and “Nazis,” there were no limits on what they could say or do. But someone had to be lying. Why would millions of people have voted for Trump, including my brother, if he were as bad as the media said he was? And it turns out it wasn't just the media doing the lying. It was the Democrats, too, and all of those good soldiers on social media going along with their lies.I used to be one of them. I went along with the lies, too, because I thought we were fighting to defeat an existential threat. But by the end of it, all I could see was that we'd built an empire of lies, just like Bernie Madoff did, and that our empire would collapse just like his once people started to uncover the truth. It was always going to end up here, because that's how dehumanization campaigns always end. Lynchings in the Deep South, concentration camps in Nazi Germany, and the hangings in Salem. Or the Manson murders in 1969, the bombing of the Capitol in the 1970s. And now, attacks on ICE officers.Here is Mark Halperin covering for Megyn Kelly.The violence has continued because it's barely been reported accurately. They only publicize killings if they fit the already prescribed narrative, like if a “far right” white man opened fire. When it's on their side, they never address ideology. They say nothing when the hive mind indulges in a Trump death fantasy for an entire weekend, or TikTok users begging for someone to “just do it” and become a hero. Or planning their celebrations for the day Trump dies — where else did they think this was going? It wasn't just the assassination of Charlie Kirk; it was the response to the assassination. It was revealing because it showed just how delicious it all was for them. Why else would they have been celebrating and cheering? That's the itch they want to scratch, and they're just glad someone out there got the job done so they didn't have to get their hands dirty.Oh, how good that feels when all you have are fantasies and words and cancel culture and shunning and screaming at, which then became spitting on and kicking and finally, shooting. Violence, that's what all of this was invented for, right? How else do you think you could get people to fight and kill in war? They came out on social media like flesh-eating zombies from a 1950s horror movie. We won't mourn a “racist” or a “fascist,” they insisted. It seemed to track alongside the decency of those whose humanity was still intact, and who knew that we don't shoot people because they disagree with us. The more we all felt for Charlie and his family, the uglier their social media posts became. They could not absorb what just happened to America. So it had to be Charlie's fault, Out Damn Spot:Amanda Seyfried then backed away and gaslighted like they always do, deflecting blame, bringing up other acts of violence to lessen what just happened to America. This was it, the moment people like her and the Democrats, along with their influencers, could have stood up, led by example, and said ENOUGH. Hollywood, the Left, and the Democrats have looked uglier. Try as they might to reclaim their moral superiority, their reaction to Charlie's death said it all. Even if many of them did not go along with it, the fact that they haven't stood up against it makes them culpable for that and everything that's coming next. Charlie did not incite violence. He did not spread “hate.” He stated his opinions while listening to the opinions of others. It is his opinions they don't like because they are strictly verboten inside utopia. You must believe what they believe, speak like they do, or else. They have never figured out the ugly truth, that they are the fascists, as this TikTok user explains so perfectly:Charlie's death was a test, one they failed. They spent all of their decency cred turning Jimmy Kimmel into a martyr for free speech as the news was breaking that the Biden administration forced YouTube to censor and demonitize those who would not use preferred pronouns or dared to doubt the results of the 2020 election. Kimmel cried, so what? Kimmel got high ratings, so what? Nothing could clean them of the stench. Out, damn spot. Another TikTok user:After they destroyed and ripped up their version of Charlie, the high wore off. Hungry for more, they went after his wife, Erika. These tweets receive hundreds of thousands of likes, which is why they often appear at the top of everyone's feed. Each time, you are given a choice: flesh-eating zombie or decency. Now, she was a woman who was acting, who didn't shed a single tear. They dug into her past and found a bikini pic from her days as Ms. Arizona and somehow connected her to Trump. Nothing could clean them of the stench of Charlie's blood, no matter how hard they tried to rewrite the narrative that they were the good guys fighting actual Nazis. They have to reckon with the truth about who Charlie really was and then ask themselves whether these tweets, this decade-long dehumanization, mean they had nothing to do with it, and even now, must continue to pummel Charlie's reputation when he's not even here to defend himself. The legacy media knew ten years ago that violence was rising on the Left in response to Trump, as a direct result of the messages they were sending. They were not telling us the truth. Not then, not now.Some of them want pats on the back for finally noticing and writing stories about what people on the Right have been talking about for years.Matt Walsh imagines what would have happened if all of this had gone the other way. The Democrats need a revival of decencyWhat if Obama or Hillary or any of them had the courage and, yes, the decency, to say enough? ENOUGH. It's time to put our weapons down because a man was just shot in the neck for no other reason except that he didn't agree with the Left. What if they could say that? What if they could have their own revival, a revival of decency?What if that was the message Jimmy Kimmel gave? What if the Democrats made speeches in Congress, and that was the message? What if they apologized to all of us for lying about half the country for ten years? What if they said it was wrong to call other people “Nazis” and “Fascists”? The best they can muster, because even they know how bad this looks, deep down they know, is to “both sides” it, as Hillary does here:Rather than focus on themselves and what they've done, they have had Trump to use as their dumping ground. They are addicted to the daily ritual. That's the only purpose Jimmy Kimmel serves now, and John Oliver, Stephen Colbert, and the legacy media and Hollywood. But you have to ask, when is it enough?Ten years of nothing but blaming Trump, of hating and bullying people who might not agree with their increasingly cult-like doctrine, with no one in the Democratic Party to call them out or tell them to stand down. No one in the media either. If no one ever tells them that it's wrong, why would they stop?They have lost everything. Their numbers are in the toilet because Americans can't stand them anymore. The death of Charlie Kirk and their reaction to it have only made it worse. It has been a clarifying moment for many of us who might have been holding out hope that something this horrific might finally pierce the mass delusion that has taken us to this very dark place. The problem with what we built, our utopia oh so long ago at the dawn of social media, the iPhone, and our god and king, Barack Obama, was explained best by Milan Kundera in his book Laughter and Forgetting:Having an insulated, isolated utopia where the rest of America is locked out allows everyone to play the part they want. E. Jean Carroll gets to pretend she was defamed and walk away with almost a hundred million. Jimmy Kimmel gets to pretend he's a good guy, never meant to smear MAGA, and receives glowing headlines in the wake of it. Kamala Harris gets to pretend she ran a successful campaign, but America was too racist and sexist to vote for her. I used to think this was our biggest problem, this two-tiered society, their castle in the sky. But after Charlie, now, it is so much worse than that. Why can't they see what they've become? Why can't they see where it has taken us? Perhaps it was the immense outpouring of love for Charlie, the overwhelming grief of so many people, and the admiration for the impressive movement he built, which helped change the country and elect a president, that made them feel a little bit jealous. They don't have anyone like that on the Left because they can't do what Charlie did. They can't have conversations with people they see as “Nazis.”Sooner or later, the mass delusion will come to an end. It always does. Those who believe themselves to be better than half the country will have to face the truth about who they are. The only question is how bad it will get before they do. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.sashastone.com/subscribe

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Healing Through Laughter: A Sibling's Journey at Blijdorp Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2025-09-26-07-38-20-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De bladeren vielen zachtjes langs de wegen van Diergaarde Blijdorp.En: The leaves fell gently along the paths of Diergaarde Blijdorp.Nl: De herfst had het park in een warme deken van oranje en rood gehuld.En: Autumn had wrapped the park in a warm blanket of orange and red.Nl: Maarten en Anouk liepen samen, iets dat ze niet vaak deden.En: Maarten and Anouk walked together, something they didn't do often.Nl: De dood van hun moeder had hen anders gemaakt.En: The death of their mother had changed them.Nl: Stilte hing tussen hen in.En: Silence lingered between them.Nl: Maarten keek naar Anouk.En: Maarten looked at Anouk.Nl: Hij wilde dat ze dichterbij kwamen.En: He wanted them to grow closer.Nl: Meer als vroeger.En: More like before.Nl: Anouk was nog altijd de grappenmaker.En: Anouk was still the jokester.Nl: Ze lachte vaak, maar hij wist dat het een masker was.En: She laughed often, but he knew it was a mask.Nl: Hij voelde zich verantwoordelijk.En: He felt responsible.Nl: Hij wilde de familie bij elkaar houden.En: He wanted to keep the family together.Nl: Ze stonden stil bij de apenkooi.En: They paused by the monkey enclosure.Nl: "Kijk die, net als Bart van school," lachte Anouk.En: "Look at that one, just like Bart from school," laughed Anouk.Nl: Maarten glimlachte flauw.En: Maarten smiled faintly.Nl: De dierentuin was druk.En: The zoo was busy.Nl: Overal waren gezinnen en lachende kinderen.En: Everywhere there were families and laughing children.Nl: Hun stemmen maakten praten moeilijk.En: Their voices made talking difficult.Nl: Verder liepen ze langs de pinguïns en de krokodillen.En: They continued walking past the penguins and the crocodiles.Nl: Maarten dacht na.En: Maarten thought.Nl: Hij moest meer doen dan lachen en knikken.En: He needed to do more than just laugh and nod.Nl: Hij wilde Anouk echt bereiken.En: He wanted to truly reach Anouk.Nl: Bij de olifanten hief hij z'n hoofd.En: By the elephants, he lifted his head.Nl: "Anouk, ik... ik mis mama ook," begon hij.En: "Anouk, I... I miss mom too," he began.Nl: Zijn stem trilde.En: His voice trembled.Nl: Anouk stopte met lachen.En: Anouk stopped laughing.Nl: Ze keek naar de grote olifanten met hun zwaaiende slurven.En: She looked at the large elephants with their swinging trunks.Nl: "Ik ook, Maarten," gaf ze zacht toe.En: "I do too, Maarten," she quietly admitted.Nl: "Meer dan je denkt."En: "More than you think."Nl: Ze stonden stil, kijkend naar de wijsheid van de olifanten.En: They stood still, watching the wisdom of the elephants.Nl: Maarten ademde diep.En: Maarten took a deep breath.Nl: "Ik wil niet dat we uit elkaar groeien," zei hij.En: "I don't want us to grow apart," he said.Nl: "Niet nu."En: "Not now."Nl: Anouk veegde een traan weg.En: Anouk wiped away a tear.Nl: "Ik dacht dat ik sterk moest zijn," zei ze.En: "I thought I had to be strong," she said.Nl: "Grappen maken helpt.En: "Joking helps.Nl: Maar... soms wil ik gewoon huilen."En: But... sometimes I just want to cry."Nl: Daar, omringd door de geluiden van snuivende olifanten en de geur van natte aarde, deelden ze hun verdriet.En: There, surrounded by the sounds of snorting elephants and the smell of wet earth, they shared their grief.Nl: De band die ze bijna verloren hadden, werd sterker.En: The bond they had almost lost grew stronger.Nl: Hun moeder zou trots zijn geweest.En: Their mother would have been proud.Nl: Toen de lucht begon te verkleuren, verlaten ze de dierentuin.En: As the sky began to change color, they left the zoo.Nl: Warme herinneringen in hun hart en een belofte op hun lippen.En: Warm memories in their hearts and a promise on their lips.Nl: "We moeten dit elk jaar doen," zei Anouk.En: "We should do this every year," Anouk said.Nl: Maarten knikte.En: Maarten nodded.Nl: "Om te herinneren en samen te zijn."En: "To remember and be together."Nl: De herfstwind blies om hen heen, maar hun harten waren warm, gevuld met een nieuw begin.En: The autumn wind blew around them, but their hearts were warm, filled with a new beginning.Nl: Samen, sterker en meer verbonden, verlieten ze de dierentuin.En: Together, stronger and more connected, they left the zoo. Vocabulary Words:gently: zachtjeswrapped: gehuldblanket: dekenlinger: hangenjokester: grappenmakerenclosure: apenkooifaintly: flauwtrembled: trildeadmitted: gaf toeswung: zwaaiendebreath: ademapart: uit elkaarwipe: veegdetear: traanbond: bandsnorting: snuivendegrief: verdrietproud: trotsmemories: herinneringenpromise: beloftewarm: warmconnected: verbondenpaths: wegenautumn: herfstresponsible: verantwoordelijkbusy: drukfamilies: gezinnenlaughter: lachenwisdom: wijsheidsmell: geur

Rabbi Yisroel Bernath recorded this sermon before Rosh Hashana as he was preparing and we are sharing it with you... of course its nothing close to the magic of Rosh Hashana at Chabad NDG in Montreal. In this Rosh Hashanah sermon, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath weaves humor, Torah, and Jewish resilience into a message of hope and renewal. Beginning with laughter, he acknowledges the fears weighing on the Jewish heart today, rising antisemitism, uncertainty, and the heaviness of history. But he reminds us that the Jewish story begins not with despair, but with laughter: the birth of Yitzchak to Abraham and Sarah. Through a transformation of identity and vision, G-d teaches them, and us, that our destiny is not defined by the past but pulled by the promise of the future.The sermon moves through stories of Jewish survival, historical cathedrals, personal anecdotes, and Sheldon Adelson's shoes in Jerusalem, all to paint a vivid picture: we are builders of a spiritual architecture that spans generations. Each mitzvah is a chisel, each act of faith a brick, each Jew a builder. And above all, our answer to fear and hatred has always been joy.Key TakeawaysIdentity Shapes Destiny Abraham and Sarah became parents only after G-d changed their names, showing us that how we see ourselves changes how we live.History Pulled by Promise, Not Pushed by the Past Jewish survival isn't logical, it's miraculous. Our story isn't driven by yesterday's pain but by tomorrow's promise.Laughter as Our Legacy The first Jewish child was named Yitzchak, laughter, teaching us that joy and hope are the foundation of Jewish life.Generational Builders Like the cathedrals built over centuries, Jewish life is a project carried forward by every generation. Each mitzvah is part of a vast spiritual architecture.Joy as Resistance When the world says to give up, we laugh. When it says to despair, we believe. Our answer to hatred has always been love, laughter, and building.#RoshHashana #RoshHashanah #HIghHolidays #Judaism #Rabbi #yisroelbernath #chabad #Antisemitism #Jewish #Jewishfuture #JewishIdentity #resilience #Sermon Sign up for "The Forgiveness Lab" HERE: theloverabbi.com/eventsSupport the showGot your own question for Rabbi Bernath? He can be reached at rabbi@jewishndg.com or http://www.theloverabbi.comSingle? You can make a profile on www.JMontreal.com and Rabbi Bernath will help you find that special someone.Donate and support Rabbi Bernath's work http://www.jewishndg.com/donateFollow Rabbi Bernath's YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/user/ybernathAccess Rabbi Bernath's Articles on Relationships https://medium.com/@loverabbi

“Laughter does not mean there's no grief . . . laughter means a deep understanding of something.” Mother Mary Comes to Me by Arundhati Roy is a triumphant memoir chronicling Roy's journey to becoming an award-winning author. Arundhati joins us to talk about memory, language, family, imagination, humor and more with host Miwa Messer. This episode of Poured Over was hosted by Miwa Messer and mixed by Harry Liang.                     New episodes land Tuesdays and Thursdays (with occasional Saturdays) here and on your favorite podcast app. Featured Books (Episode): Mother Mary Comes to Me by Arundhati Roy The God of Small Things by Arundhati Roy The Ministry of Utmost Happiness by Arundhati Roy My Seditious Heart by Arundhati Roy  

Why are Super Bowl ads so good for launching certain kinds of new products? Why do we all drive on the same side of the road? And why, despite laughing and crying together, do we often misread what others think? According to bestselling author and Harvard psychologist Steven Pinker, it all comes down to common knowledge, or the phenomenon that happens when everyone knows that everyone else knows something. Hear Pinker and EconTalk's Russ Roberts explore the necessary conditions for that knowledge, and how it can be both vital and dangerous to societies, depending on how it's used. They discuss, among other things, game-theory puzzles, how laughter spreads, how totalitarian regimes exploit uncertainty about who knows what (even when they don't), and why we often don't say explicitly what we really mean to say.

Comedy Saved Me Podcast - Episode Show Notes Guest: Thom Tran Episode Description In this powerful episode of Comedy Saved Me, host Lynn Hoffman sits down with multi-talented veteran, comedian, musician, and activist Thom Tran for an inspiring conversation about resilience, healing, and finding purpose through laughter. Thom’s journey from combat soldier to comedy stage is nothing short of remarkable. After enlisting in the U.S. Army at just 18 years old, Thom served as a Communications and Civil Affairs Sergeant within the Army’s Special Operations Community. His military career came to an abrupt end in 2003 when a sniper’s bullet struck the back of his skull during combat operations in Iraq, just four days after crossing the border. Despite his injuries, Thom bandaged himself up and completed his 12-month tour—a testament to his incredible strength and dedication. Following his medical retirement in 2005, Thom discovered that comedy didn’t just change his life—it saved it. He channeled his experiences into stand-up comedy, eventually creating The GIs of Comedy Tour in 2010, a groundbreaking comedic troupe that has performed across the United States and in nearly two dozen countries, bringing healing laughter to military and civilian audiences alike. Lynn and Thom dive deep into how humor became his lifeline, the challenges of transitioning from military to civilian life, and his mission to help other veterans through the transformative power of comedy. Special thanks to Dr. Ron Hirshberg and General Jack Hammond from Home Base for their support of our podcasts and for introducing us to Thom. For information on their amazing work go to https://homebase.org This episode is a testament to the healing power of laughter and the resilience of the human spirit—a must-listen for anyone who believes in the transformative power of comedy. Show Notes Guest: Thom Tran - Veteran, Comedian, Musician, Actor & Activist Key Topics Discussed: • Thom’s early military enlistment at 18 and service in Army Special Operations • Combat injury in Iraq in 2003 and the long road to medical retirement • How comedy became a lifesaving force in his post-military life • Creating The GIs of Comedy Tour and its impact on military communities • Performing for audiences around the world and raising over $50,000 for military families • The healing power of laughter for trauma survivors • Transitioning from soldier to entertainer • Building a career in LA comedy clubs and broadcast radio • Recent recognition at comedy festivals and future projects About Thom Tran: Thom Tran is a Los Angeles-based comedian, musician, and U.S. military veteran who transformed personal trauma into purpose through comedy. After a combat injury ended his Army Special Operations career in 2005, Thom discovered stand-up comedy and never looked back. In 2010, he founded The GIs of Comedy Tour, which has performed internationally and raised significant funds for the Special Operations Warrior Foundation. His work has been featured on Netflix’s “Larry Charles’ Dangerous World of Comedy,” and he recently completed a decade-long career as a radio traffic anchor for KNX News. In 2025, he was named to the SLO Comedy Festival “Best of The Fest” and selected as a “Next Wave Top 5 Comics to Watch” at the Blue Whale Comedy Festival. Support the show: https://takinawalk.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What if laughter wasn't just fun—but a social superpower? In this episode, AJ and Johnny unpack the science of laughter and why it's one of the strongest signals of connection, trust, and influence. Far more than a reaction to humor, laughter is a primal bonding mechanism that makes you more memorable, likable, and magnetic. They break down why people laugh even when nothing's funny, how laughter spreads through mirror neurons, and why it's one of the easiest ways to shift group dynamics in your favor. With insights from research in psychology and evolutionary biology, plus client stories, AJ and Johnny reveal how to use laughter as a tool—not a trick—for stronger relationships, better networking, and higher social intelligence. What to Listen For [00:00:00] Why laughter evolved as a bonding tool, not just a reaction to humor [00:01:12] The contagious effect of laughter and how mirror neurons spread emotion [00:02:43] Why people laugh to signal belonging—even when nothing is funny [00:04:11] The role of laughter in reducing tension and disarming conflict [00:06:05] Client story: how one simple laugh shifted a networking event [00:07:39] Why “fake laughter” still works to open doors [00:09:02] The difference between laughing with and laughing at—and why it matters [00:10:48] Laughter as a high-value signal of confidence and comfort [00:12:26] How to strategically use laughter to strengthen influence [00:13:57] Weekly challenge: practice laughter as a connector, not a performance A Word From Our Sponsors Stop being over looked and unlock your X-Factor today at ⁠⁠⁠unlockyourxfactor.com⁠⁠⁠  The very qualities that make you exceptional in your field are working against you socially.  Visit the ⁠⁠⁠artofcharm.com/intel ⁠⁠⁠for a social intelligence assessment and discover exactly what's holding you back. Indulge in affordable luxury with Quince. Upgrade your wardrobe today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠quince.com/charm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for free shipping and hassle-free returns. Grow your way - with Headway! Get started at ⁠⁠⁠makeheadway.com/CHARM ⁠⁠⁠and use my code CHARM for 25% off. Ready to turn your business idea into reality? Sign up for your $1/month trial at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠shopify.com/charm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Need to hire top talent—fast? Claim your $75 Sponsored Job Credit now at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Indeed.com/charm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This year, skip breaking a sweat AND breaking the bank. Get your summer savings and shop premium wireless plans at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠mintmobile.com/charm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Save more than fifty percent on term life insurance at ⁠⁠⁠SELECTQUOTE.COM/CHARM⁠⁠⁠ TODAY to get started  Curious about your influence level?  Get your Influence Index Score today! Take this 60-second quiz to find out how your influence stacks up against top performers at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠theartofcharm.com/influence⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Check in with AJ and Johnny! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AJ on LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Johnny on LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AJ on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Johnny on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Art of Charm on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Art of Charm on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Art of Charm on TikTok⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why do some people make every conversation better? Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist and author Charles Duhigg (Supercommunicators, The Power of Habit) returns to reveal the science behind connection that anyone can learn. In this conversation with AJ and Johnny, Charles explains why “super communicators” aren't extroverts or natural charmers—they're people who consistently use a handful of skills that make others feel smart, heard, and valued. From NASA astronaut interviews to speed dating experiments, Charles shares practical techniques like “looping for understanding,” perspective-getting, and callbacks that transform awkward or tense moments into genuine connection. Whether you're navigating conflict with your boss, strengthening friendships, or reconnecting with someone after years apart, these tools will help you communicate with intention, build trust, and leave every conversation stronger than when it started. What to Listen For [00:00:00] What makes a “super communicator” and why it's not charisma [00:01:22] The Dartmouth study on “high centrality” people who make teams gel [00:03:08] Why the best leaders ask instead of tell [00:04:19] Communication as a skill—not a personality trait [00:07:38] Laughter as a social signal, not just humor [00:09:34] Why friendships at work predict happiness and retention [00:15:14] How to start tough conversations with clarity and intention [00:23:05] Proving you listened: the power of looping for understanding [00:26:01] Why understanding each other matters more than agreeing [00:33:27] Three steps for navigating difficult conversations (deep question, declare intention, acknowledge discomfort) [00:42:24] How callbacks drive connection—from speed dating to parenting [00:45:55] Charles' daily practice for staying connected and curious A Word From Our Sponsors Stop being over looked and unlock your X-Factor today at ⁠⁠unlockyourxfactor.com⁠⁠  The very qualities that make you exceptional in your field are working against you socially.  Visit the ⁠⁠artofcharm.com/intel ⁠⁠for a social intelligence assessment and discover exactly what's holding you back. Indulge in affordable luxury with Quince. Upgrade your wardrobe today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠quince.com/charm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for free shipping and hassle-free returns. Grow your way - with Headway! Get started at ⁠⁠makeheadway.com/CHARM ⁠⁠and use my code CHARM for 25% off. Ready to turn your business idea into reality? Sign up for your $1/month trial at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠shopify.com/charm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Need to hire top talent—fast? Claim your $75 Sponsored Job Credit now at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Indeed.com/charm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This year, skip breaking a sweat AND breaking the bank. Get your summer savings and shop premium wireless plans at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠mintmobile.com/charm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Save more than fifty percent on term life insurance at ⁠⁠SELECTQUOTE.COM/CHARM⁠⁠ TODAY to get started  Curious about your influence level?  Get your Influence Index Score today! Take this 60-second quiz to find out how your influence stacks up against top performers at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠theartofcharm.com/influence⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Episode resources: Charles Duhigg Supercommunicators: How to Unlock the Secret Language of Connection Check in with AJ and Johnny! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AJ on LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Johnny on LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AJ on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Johnny on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Art of Charm on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Art of Charm on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Art of Charm on TikTok⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices