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    Life Will Be the Death of Me with Chelsea Handler
    Stimulation Junkie with Kristen Johnston

    Life Will Be the Death of Me with Chelsea Handler

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2026 64:23 Transcription Available


    Kristen Johnston is here to chat with Chelsea about her occasional foray into cocaine before she got sober, her new role on Leann (on Netflix), and why fame initially terrified her. Then: A sister worries that her brother’s drinking has gotten out of control. A new girlfriend finds that beans and boyfriends don’t mix. And a daughter grieves the father she cared for, whose personality changed at the end of his life. * Need some advice from Chelsea? Email us at DearChelseaPodcast@gmail.com * Executive Producer Catherine Law Edited & Engineered by Brad Dickert * * * The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the Podcast author, or individuals participating in the Podcast, and do not represent the opinions of iHeartMedia or its employees. This Podcast should not be used as medical advice, mental health advice, mental health counseling or therapy, or as imparting any health care recommendations at all. Individuals are advised to seek independent medical, counseling advice and/or therapy from a competent health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issues, health inquiry or matter, including matters discussed on this Podcast. Guests and listeners should not rely on matters discussed in the Podcast and shall not act or shall refrain from acting based on information contained in the Podcast without first seeking independent medical advice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Dear Chelsea
    Stimulation Junkie with Kristen Johnston

    Dear Chelsea

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2026 64:23 Transcription Available


    Kristen Johnston is here to chat with Chelsea about her occasional foray into cocaine before she got sober, her new role on Leann (on Netflix), and why fame initially terrified her. Then: A sister worries that her brother’s drinking has gotten out of control. A new girlfriend finds that beans and boyfriends don’t mix. And a daughter grieves the father she cared for, whose personality changed at the end of his life. * Need some advice from Chelsea? Email us at DearChelseaPodcast@gmail.com * Executive Producer Catherine Law Edited & Engineered by Brad Dickert * * * The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the Podcast author, or individuals participating in the Podcast, and do not represent the opinions of iHeartMedia or its employees. This Podcast should not be used as medical advice, mental health advice, mental health counseling or therapy, or as imparting any health care recommendations at all. Individuals are advised to seek independent medical, counseling advice and/or therapy from a competent health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issues, health inquiry or matter, including matters discussed on this Podcast. Guests and listeners should not rely on matters discussed in the Podcast and shall not act or shall refrain from acting based on information contained in the Podcast without first seeking independent medical advice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Irish and Celtic Music Podcast
    The Wizard of Donegal Bay #773

    Irish and Celtic Music Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2026 63:57


    A peeler's jacket, a wizard hiding in glass, and a cuckoo singing somewhere in May. This week runs from a French village to Donegal Bay, from the heart of Buffalo to a lay sung in old Gaelic. Fifteen artists, one hour, and not a dull mile in it. It's the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #773.  -  -  Subscribe now at CelticMusicPodcast.com! Caitlin Finley & Will Woodson, Boxing Robin, Almost Seamus, Cedar Dobson and Debojyoti Sanyal, Brian Quigley, Brobdingnagian Bards, Hildaland, The Leftovers, Tara's Folk, Ned Bigham, The Edinburgh Quartet & Màiri Macmillan, The McDades, Irish Millie, River Driver, MacCumhaill and the Gang, Trí GET CELTIC MUSIC NEWS IN YOUR INBOX The Celtic Music Magazine is a quick and easy way to plug yourself into more great Celtic culture. Enjoy seven weekly news items with what's happening with Celtic music and culture online. Subscribe now and get 34 Celtic MP3s for Free. VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 FOR 2026 This is our way of finding the best songs and artists each year. You can vote for as many songs and tunes that inspire you in each episode. Your vote helps me create this year's Best Celtic music episode. You have just three weeks to vote this year. Vote Now! THIS WEEK IN CELTIC MUSIC 0:02 - Intro: Robert Eby 0:18 - Caitlin Finley & Will Woodson  -  "The Peeler's Jacket / The Duke of Leinster" from Once Through the Hall 2:43 - WELCOME 5:09 - Boxing Robin  -  "Derriere Chez Nous / Chypre / Congo de Captieux" from Land of the Noon - Day Moon (pronunciation: deh - ree - EHR shay NOO / SHEEP - ruh / KOHN - goh duh kap - SYUH) 8:30 - Almost Seamus  -  "Danny Boy" from Almost Seamus 12:49 - Cedar Dobson and Debojyoti Sanyal  -  "Sí Bheag, Sí Mhór" from From Kolkata to Dublin (pronunciation: SHEE - vig, SHEE - vore; often anglicized "Sheebeg, Sheemore") 15:21 - Brian Quigley  -  "Galway Bay" from Joys, Fears, Laughter, and Tears 19:31 - FEEDBACK 22:21 - Brobdingnagian Bards  -  "Paddy McCollough" from Songs of Ireland 25:46 - Hildaland  -  "The Brushy Fork Of John's Creek" from Fiddle Tunes  -  EP 28:53 - The Leftovers  -  "The Old Man" from Heart of Buffalo 33:10 - Tara's Folk  -  "Lockdown" from remember how we fall 36:35 - Ned Bigham, The Edinburgh Quartet & Màiri Macmillan  -  "Laoidh Dhiarmaid (the Lay of Diarmaid)" from The Heroic Ballads  -  Laoidhean nan Gaisgeach  -  EP (pronunciation: LOY YEER - mij) 42:19 - THANKS 44:40 - The McDades  -  "Gardener's Child" from Thread The Light 48:41 - Irish Millie  -  "End Is Due" from Can You See Me? 52:32 - Blaggards "Leaving of Liverpool" from Live in Texas 55:59 - MacCumhaill and the Gang  -  "Wizard in Glass" from 2 58:17 - CLOSING 59:16 - Trí  -  "Fiddle without a bow" from The cuckoo sings in May 1:02:35 - CREDITS Support for this program comes from Dr. Annie Lorkowski of Centennial Animal Hospital in Corona, California. Support for this program comes from John Sharkey White, II. Support for this program comes from International speaker, Joseph Dumond, teaching the ancient roots of the Gaelic people. Learn more about their origins at Sightedmoon.com Support for this program comes from Cascadia Cross Border Law Group, Creating Transparent Borders for more than twenty five years, serving Alaska and the world. Find out more at   www.CascadiaLawAlaska.com Support for this program comes from Hank Woodward. The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather and our Patrons on Patreon. The show was edited by Mitchell Petersen with Graphics by Miranda Nelson Designs. Visit our website to follow the show. You'll find links to all of the artists played in this episode. Todd Wiley is the editor of the Celtic Music Magazine. Subscribe to get 34 Celtic MP3s for Free. Plus, you'll get 7 weekly news items about what's happening with Celtic music and culture online. Best of all, you will connect with your Celtic heritage. Please tell one friend about this podcast. Word of mouth is the absolute best way to support any creative endeavor. Finally, remember: clean energy is good news. Solar and wind are now the cheapest power sources in history. That means lower bills for families like yours. It means cleaner air in the towns we love. You can be part of it. Ask your energy provider about renewable options today. Every small step counts. A brighter future is ours to build, together. Promote Celtic culture through music at http://celticmusicpodcast.com/. WELCOME THE IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC PODCAST * Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. I am Marc Gunn. I'm a Celtic musician and also host of Pub Songs & Stories. Every song has a story, every episode is a toast to Celtic and folk songwriters. This podcast is for fans of all kinds of Celtic music. We are here to build a diverse Celtic community and help the incredible artists who so generously share their music with you. If you hear music you love, please email the artists to let them know you heard them on the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. Because we are more than just a radio show. We are a community. A community of Celtic music and culture lovers. We support small and local artists. We spend money on things that truly matter. The personal and heart felt. You can do that with each of the artists on today's show OR your favorite artists. Buy a CD, Album Pin, Shirt, Digital Download, or join their community on Patreon. You can find a link to all of the artists in the shownotes, along with show times, when you visit our website at celticmusicpodcast.com. CELTIC PODFEST AND ARTS MARKET The 2026 Celtic PodFest was a tremendous success. Kinnfolk and The Muckers joined me for our first festival at The Lost Druid Brewery in Avondale Estates, Ga. The festival happened because of many of my listeners who pledged at our start - of - the - year Kickstarter. We had a great turnout, but we could've done better if we had planned it more than a month out. There is now a Kickstarter Pre - Launch Page for our Second Celtic PodFest. You'll find a link in the shownotes. This fundraiser will hopefully allow us to bring a second festival to you. The Kickstarter will launch in September. Will you help? ALBUM PINS ARE CHANGING THE WAY WE HEAR CELTIC MUSIC Looking for a fresh way to support the music you love? Meet the Album Pin. Album Pins are lapel pins themed to a specific album — and each one comes with a digital download. Wear your music. All of my latest pins are wood - burned and locally produced, which means a smaller footprint and a one - of - a - kind feel you won't find anywhere else. Pick yours up at magerecords.com THANK YOU PATRONS OF THE PODCAST! Here's where your support goes. Every month, your patronage buys the music you hear on this show, straight from the independent artists who made it. It keeps our audio engineer polishing every episode until it shines. It pays the server bills that carry the podcast to listeners in every corner of the world. None of it happens without you. So thank you. As a patron, you get episodes free of ads, music - only editions of the show for when you just want the tunes, and a vote in the Celtic Top 20 that shapes what everyone hears. Small thanks for keeping this whole thing afloat. Want to be part of it? Come find your people at SongHenge.com. Special thanks to our newest Patron of the Podcast: Katy K HERE IS YOUR THREE STEP PLAN TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST Go to our Patreon page. Decide how much you want to pledge every month, $4, $12, $30. Keep listening to the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast to celebrate Celtic culture through music. You can become a generous Patron of the Podcast on Patreon at SongHenge.com. TRAVEL WITH CELTIC INVASION VACATIONS Every year, I take a small group of Celtic music fans on the relaxing adventure of a lifetime. We don't see everything. Instead, we stay in one area. We get to know the region through its culture, history, and legends. You can join us with an auditory and visual adventure through podcasts and videos. I am now accepting applications for people to join the Celtic Invasion of Isle of Skye hiking trip in 2027 at http://celticinvasion.com/ CELTIC CHRISTMAS MUSIC The podcast is now being funded by you. Want Christmas music by Celtic musicians. Make a pledge. #celticmusic #irishmusic #celticmusicpodcast I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? Send me a photo. If you're in a Celtic band, send me an audio recording of you performing live. Just audio. I'll use it in a podcast episode later this year. Email me at follow@bestcelticmusic. Troy of The Secret Commonwealth emailed a sad follow up back in March to the news about his friend who was illegally held in ICE custody: "Marc, thank you so much for sharing the fundraiser for my friend on your new episode. It is with profoundly heavy heart that I have to tell you that my friend died last Sunday of a heart attack. He had been moved to a hospital in Mississippi and apparently suffered two successive attacks. His body is being returned now. To say we are devastated and infuriated would be inadequate to describe our state of being. We had just been sending his lawyers important records and documents that we felt, along with his obvious serious health conditions, had a very good chance of securing his release. We'll never know now if that would have proven to be true, but we just needed him to endure a little while longer, which he ultimately could not. He died one month short of a year since being detained by ICE. I have not yet publicly announced this in an update to our fundraiser because, frankly, it's still too fresh and painful to address. But any proceeds we've made will obviously now be put toward the cost of his funeral service. Sorry to impart this bad news, but I mostly wanted to express my gratitude to you for your kind support on behalf of Pejman's family, my girlfriend (who was his dearest friend in the world and who spearheaded this fight for his freedom) and for me. Best to you,"

    Trending with Timmerie - Catholic Principals applied to today's experiences.

    Dr. Gregory Bottaro – Catholic psychologist, author, and founder of the CatholicPsych Institute joins Trending with Timmerie Episode Guide Difficult Conversations: principles for listening that transform a conversation. (1:26) Acknowledging Pain: How do we acknowledge another person's pain and help move them from despair toward healing? (23:00) Would someone know I am Catholic by my actions? (36:43) How we bring back the neighborhood (46:39) Resources mentioned: Catholicpsych Institute https://catholicpsych.com/ Book: The Power of Listening Well: How Holy Curiosity Can Build Trust and Restore Relationships https://sophiainstitute.com/product/the-power-of-listening-well/ Laughter, Facing Fears, & Morning Prayer Routines https://relevantradio.com/2021/04/laughter-facing-fears-morning-prayer-routines/ Bringing back the neighborhood - video https://x.com/Katy_Faust/status/2076677519542300695

    Your Longevity Blueprint
    Greatest Hits: Keto Green Approach to Hormones with Dr. Anna Cabeca

    Your Longevity Blueprint

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2026 48:56


    Did you know that raising your love hormone, also known as oxytocin, is a key way to improve your health, hormones, and longevity? The Girlfriend Doctor, Dr. Anna Cabeca, joins me to talk about happy hormones, sexual health, and her Keto-Green way of living. How to Increase Your Oxytocin Practice Gratitude Journaling Make Time for Laughter and Play Have Great Sex Enjoy Time with Your Friends Do Any Activity that Brings you Joy  About Dr. Anna Cabeca: ⁠Dr. Anna Cabecca⁠ is The Girlfriend Doctor. She is a triple-board certified, Emory University trained, OB/GYN.  She speaks from experience. She has risen from her own ashes of personal tragedy that spiraled into depression from not one but two rounds of menopause, weight gain, hair loss, and many other debilitating symptoms.  Her journey led her around the world to learn about true health and natural healing.  Dr. Anna came away empowered with the knowledge that modern medical training and research, combined with time-tested wisdom and remedies, will yield indisputable results. Dr. Anna is the author of two best-selling books: The Hormone Fix, a groundbreaking holistic lifestyle program for menopausal women, and Keto-Green 16, a comprehensive nutritional plan to staying healthy and slim, at any age. She has also spent years developing and perfecting a complete suite of life-changing products and programs.  Everything Dr. Anna develops is part of her own daily routine, based on her exhaustive research, and her never-ending quest to find solutions that help women reclaim their vibrancy, sexuality, health, and happiness. In This Episode The impact of stress on our hormones [8:45] How to increase your oxytocin [13:30] How gut health impacts our hormones [17:45] What Julva is for and who should use it [24:30] How the KetoGreen diet plan helps balance hormones [29:00] The importance of practicing gratitude [33:00] Links & Resources Support the launch by purchasing your copy on September 29th! Available at ⁠⁠YourLongevityBlueprint.com⁠⁠, with local copies coming to the Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic in Eastern Iowa this October. ⁠⁠Use Code Immune Support to get 10% off Immune Support Use code TURMERIC to get 10% off ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TURMERIC ⁠Use Code StephanieG10 for 10% Off Dr. Anna Cabeca's Products & Courses⁠ ⁠Find Dr. Anna Cabeca Online⁠ Follow Dr. Anna Cabeca on ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠Twitter⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Find Your Longevity Blueprint Online⁠ Follow Your Longevity Blueprint on ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠Twitter⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Get your copy of the Your Longevity Blueprint book and claim your bonuses here⁠ ⁠Find Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online⁠   Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray on ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ | ⁠Twitter⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic⁠

    Blue Sky
    The Comedian's Mindset: Mike Goodwin on Laughter, Optimism, and Resilience, a Special Encore Presentation

    Blue Sky

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2026 50:31


    Comedian, speaker, and humor coach Mike Goodwin joins Bill Burke for this special summer encore presentation of a classic Blue Sky episode. Mike shares how a difficult, sometimes volatile childhood in Camden, South Carolina sparked his lifelong instinct to use humor to ease tension - a skill that carried him through four years in the U.S. Army, a career in higher education and college counseling, and eventually onto stages with America's Got Talent, Dry Bar Comedy, Lifetime, BET, and Amazon Prime.  Known for his clean, expectation-defying comedy (not a single curse word, but plenty of big laughs), Mike opens up about why he chose to keep his act family-friendly, how he tackles sensitive topics like race with honesty instead of division, and how he built a second career as a keynote speaker blending humor with leadership insight. He closes with his signature "comedian's mindset" — the ABC method (Awareness, Breathe, Curiosity) — a practical tool for navigating stressful moments both on stage and in everyday life.  Bill and Mike discuss:  Childhood in Camden, SC - Growing up in a financially stressed, sometimes volatile household and discovering early that making his mother laugh could ease tension at home   Military service - Joining the Army at 18, an unexpected ROTC rank bump, and how cracking jokes during lights-out got him in trouble with his drill sergeant   Career in education - From student affairs at the University of South Carolina to college counseling at a private school, and how standup started alongside that career   Getting his start in comedy - Breaking into standup through his church, thanks to a veteran comedian who gave him a choice: hand over the material, or get on stage and keep the money himself   Why he keeps his act clean - His faith, family, and personal values behind choosing "clean" comedy over vulgar material, and why he sees clean comedy as harder, not easier   Tackling race and identity through humor - How he approaches sensitive topics like race on stage with honesty and generosity rather than division (including his "police repellent" bit)   Defying expectations on stage - Being a "walking contradiction" — a big, athletic, bespectacled guy who looks more like a professor than a comedian   The pivot to keynote speaking - How a chance conversation with a conference organizer led him to develop his "Leadership and Laughter" keynote, and the trial-and-error of blending humor with substantive content   Humor as a leadership tool - Why comedy is "neutral," and how leaders can use appropriate humor to build connection instead of division in the workplace   The comedian's mindset (ABC method) - Awareness, Breathe, Curiosity - a practical framework for handling stressful or unexpected moments, on stage and in everyday life   Reflections on America and optimism - Closing thoughts on the ongoing pursuit of happiness and striving toward a better version of the country    Chapters: 00:00 Intro to Mike Goodwin — comedian, speaker, and humor coach  02:30 Growing up in Camden, SC — using humor to cope with a volatile household   07:00 Joining the Army at 18 and how comedy caused (and solved) trouble in basic training   11:30 From student affairs to college counseling, the unexpected path to comedy   14:00 How Mike got his start doing standup — at church   17:00 Why Mike chose clean comedy over "blue" material   20:00 Tackling race and identity on stage: The "police repellent" bit   26:00 Being a "walking contradiction" — the big, athletic guy who looks like a professor   29:00 From standup to keynote speaking: The "Leadership and Laughter" talk   34:00 Why humor is neutral and how leaders can use it to unify, not divide   40:00 The comedian's mindset: Awareness, Breathe, Curiosity (the ABC method)   45:00 Where to find Mike Goodwin and catch a live show 

    Late Boomers
    Remembering Dolly Parton: Stories, Laughter, and Legacy of the Queen of Country Music

    Late Boomers

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2026 29:20 Transcription Available


    Welcome to a deeply heartfelt episode of Late Boomers. We're Merry Elkins and Cathy Worthington, and today we gather to honor and remember the legendary Dolly Parton. For our 300th episode, we're sitting down for a very personal conversation, reflecting on the precious moments and memories that connected us to Dolly—through Cathy's late husband, Ken Kragen, who managed Kenny Rogers and helped shape some of the most iconic moments in country music.In this special tribute, we share never-before-told stories about Dolly's kindness, humor, and dazzling presence. We bring you inside the glitz of the CMA Awards, the warmth of the recording studio, and the laughter backstage. You'll hear what made Dolly so extraordinary not just as a superstar, but as a friend, a mentor, and a beloved family member to so many.Key TakeawaysDolly's True Nature: We recount how Dolly was every bit as genuine, loving, and quick-witted behind the scenes as she appeared in public. Her humor—always sparkling, sometimes cheeky—and her generosity of spirit touched everyone she met (07:14, 16:11).Memorable Duets and Milestones: Relive the creation of “Islands in the Stream” and other chart-topping collaborations with Kenny Rogers, and go inside their legendary stage chemistry (03:03, 10:28).Backstage Adventures: From singing in the backup choir for Kenny & Dolly's Christmas special to glamorous nights in sequins at the awards shows, Cathy Worthington shares what it was like to be part of these musical milestones (05:15, 19:04).A Star's Wit, Warmth, and Work Ethic: Dolly's humor lit up every room—whether in press conferences in Perth or when gently teasing friends. She never stopped working, creating, or caring for those around her (16:40, 28:44).Dolly's Legacy of Kindness: Above all, Dolly's love for her family, her generosity, and her belief in giving someone your smile if they don't have one shines as her enduring legacy (24:35).Making Dreams Reality: Learn how Dolly's determination and savvy business sense overcame every obstacle—from bringing Dollywood alive to developing a Broadway show based on her life (25:00, 27:02).Thank you for joining us as we celebrate and remember Dolly Parton's incredible life, music, and spirit. If Dolly touched your life, too, please subscribe to Late Boomers on your favorite podcast platform or our YouTube channel, and share this episode with fellow Dolly fans.We would love to hear your favorite Dolly memory or song—leave us a comment or review, and help keep her legacy alive.Remember, as Dolly said and we believe, if you see someone without a smile, give them yours. It's never too late to spread kindness and live your dreams, just as Dolly did, right up to the very end.Thank you for listening, and for helping us honor an unforgettable legend—Dolly Parton.Mentioned in this episode:Late Boomers is part of the eWomenPodcastNetwork. eWomenPodcastNetwork

    2 Fuggin Idiots
    “I want them both to have their knees explode on camera!“ -- Podcast #293 [8.31.26]

    2 Fuggin Idiots

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2026 68:14


    Send us Fan MailHello Friends! Welcome back to your favorite Wednesday morning podcast! This time Robbie's dealing with some last week emotions, Jordan has some passionate thoughts about modern baseball strategy and they both remember their rockin' sister Sue! Thanks for stopping by!Support the showEmail us @ tidbitzwiththeboyz@gmail.comTik Tok     Instagram      FacebookCheck out Robbie's YouTube Fitness journey!

    Cocktale Hour
    Official Trailer: Cocktale Podcast

    Cocktale Hour

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2026


    Welcome to Cocktale Podcast! Here is a quick introduction to our show.

    Live Well Be Well
    Why Laughter Is a Human Superpower | Stress, Love, Loneliness & Your Brain | Prof Sophie Scott

    Live Well Be Well

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2026 104:22


    This week I'm joined by Professor Sophie Scott, neuroscientist, stand-up comedian and Deputy Director of the Institute of Cognitive Neuroscience at University College London, and someone who has dedicated her career to one of the most underrated forces in human life, laughter.We explore the science of laughter, why it matters more than we think, and what it is actually doing to our brains, our bodies and our relationships.Professor Sophie Scott is a Fellow of the Royal Society and one of the UK's leading voices on the neuroscience of laughter and communication. She has been named among the UK's top 100 scientists and is known for making complex science accessible and joyful including through her own stand-up comedy. She has spent decades studying why humans laugh, when we laugh and what happens in the brain when we do.What we explore together:-Why laughter is a social behaviour first and a response to humour second -What rats, chimpanzees and cows can teach us about why we laugh -What laughter actually does to the brain and body and why it is so good for us -Why we are 30 times more likely to laugh with other people than alone -The difference between fake laughter and real laughter and how your brain knows the difference -Why laughter is one of the most powerful tools we have for connection and resilience -What stand-up comedy taught a neuroscientist about human behaviourLove, Sarah Ann

    The Holderness Family Podcast
    Remembering Penn's Mom: Grief, Laughter & Our "Death Wishes"

    The Holderness Family Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2026 49:04


    My mom passed away last week after a very long battle with Alzheimer's and dementia. If you've ever loved someone through this disease, you probably understand how complicated that grief can be. There is sadness and loss, but there can also be relief (and guilt for feeling that relief.) I've been around Alzheimer's for almost 40 years, and I'm still learning that all of those feelings can exist at the same time.My Mom was a doer, a giver, and someone who spent her life serving her family and her community. And in one final act of service, she donated her brain to Alzheimer's research. Knowing that her gift could help families like ours someday is an incredible source of hope.We talked about all of this in the show and we also found ourselves laughing through grief. We discovered that writing an obituary can really make you question your own life accomplishments, discussed what food should be served in our memory, and learned that the preferred vehicle for riding into the great beyond is a Chrysler Pacifica.One of the greatest gifts my mom left us was her detailed “death wishes.” She made her choices known so we didn't have to make them for her. It made me realize that talking about what you want after you're gone doesn't have to be morbid. It can actually be an incredible act of love for the people you leave behind.Thank you for the outpouring of love you've given us since this news broke. We are so lucky to have you here. We love to hear from you! Leave us a message at 323-364-3929 or write the show at podcast@theholdernessfamily.com. You can also watch our podcast on YouTube.For more information on Alzheimer's Brain DonationOur guide to Write Your Own “Death Wishes”Pre-order Get It Done & Have FunVisit Our ShopJoin Our NewsletterFind us on SubstackFollow us on InstagramFollow us on TikTokFollow us on FacebookLaugh Lines with Kim & Penn Holderness is an evolution of The Holderness Family Podcast, which began in 2018. Kim and Penn Holderness are award-winning online content creators known for their original music, song parodies, comedy sketches, and weekly podcasts. Their videos have resulted in over three billion views and over nine million followers since 2013. Penn and Kim are also authors of the New York Times Bestselling Books, ADHD Is Awesome: A Guide To (Mostly) Thriving With ADHD and All You Can Be With ADHD. They were also winners on The Amazing Race (Season 33) on CBS. Laugh Lines is hosted and executive produced by Kim Holderness and Penn Holderness, with original music by Penn Holderness. Laugh Lines is also written and produced by Ann Marie Taepke, and edited and produced by Sam Allen. It is hosted by Acast. Thanks for listening!00:00 Welcome to Laugh Lines3:04 Complicated Feelings11:21 Make A Death Wish15:53 Our Death Wishes28:22 Mary's Final Act37:12 Men Supporting Men41:42 Dropping Lola Off Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    New Books in History
    Eran A. Zelnik, "American Laughter, American Fury: Humor and the Making of a White Man's Democracy, 1750–1850" (JHU Press, 2025)

    New Books in History

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2026 59:22


    A joke is never just a joke—not even in the eighteenth century. In American Laughter, American Fury: Humor and the Making of a White Man's Democracy, 1750–1850 (JHU Press, 2025) Eran A. Zelnik offers a cultural history of early America that shows how humor among white men served to define and construct not only whiteness and masculinity but also American political culture and democracy more generally. Zelnik traces the emerging bonds of affinity that white male settlers in North America cultivated through their shared, transformative experience of mirth. This humor—a category that includes not only jokes but also play, riot, revelry, and mimicry—shaped the democratic and anti-elitist sensibilities of Americans. It also defined the borders of who could participate in politics, notably excluding those who were not white men. While this anti-authoritarian humor transformed the early United States into a country that abhorred elitism and class hierarchies, ultimately the story is one of democratization gone awry: this same humor allowed white men to draw the borders of the new nation exclusively around themselves. Zelnik analyzes several distinct forms of humor to make his case: tall tales, "Indian play," Black dialect, riot and revelry, revolutionary protests, and blackface minstrelsy. This provocative study seeks to understand the vexing, contradictory interplay among humor, democracy, and violence at the heart of American history and culture that continues today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

    Springcreek Church - Garland, TX Podcast
    Learn To Laugh Again | Real Springcreek Church | Senior Pastor Keith Stewart

    Springcreek Church - Garland, TX Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2026 44:35 Transcription Available


    Send us Fan MailLEARN TO LAUGH AGAINSenior Pastor Keith Stewart August 30, 2026Sometimes life becomes so heavy that we forget what it feels like to laugh. Laughter doesn't deny our pain or pretend that everything is okay. Sometimes it is one of the first signs that healing has begun—that we are regaining perspective, reconnecting with others, and rediscovering the joy God never intended us to lose. This Sunday at Springcreek, we're going to laugh together and explore God's gift of joy in a message called LEARN TO LAUGH AGAIN. If life has gotten the better of you lately, this message is especially for you.Discussion Questions 1. Who is someone who consistently makes you laugh? What is it about that person or your relationship that creates laughter? 2. Read Ecclesiastes 3.1–4. Why do you think Scripture places “a time to laugh” alongside experiences such as weeping and mourning? What does this suggest about the place of laughter in a healthy spiritual life? 3. The message described laughter as power, perspective, and perseverance. Which of these have you experienced most clearly? Can you share a time when laughter helped you endure something difficult? 4. Read Luke 6.21: “Blessed are you who weep now, for you will laugh.” What kind of hope is Jesus offering to people who are suffering? How is this different from simply telling someone to cheer up? 5. Jesus used exaggeration and absurd imagery—such as a plank in someone's eye or swallowing a camel—to expose uncomfortable truths. Why can humor sometimes help us recognize something about ourselves that we might resist if it were communicated through criticism? 6. “Laughter is the shortest distance between two hearts.” How has shared laughter helped you connect with someone, reduce tension, or feel less alone? 7. Read Proverbs 14.13. How can laughter become a mask that conceals sadness, fear, or pain? How can we create relationships in which people feel safe enough to let others see what is behind the laughter? 8. What is the difference between humor that heals and humor that wounds? What warning signs tell us that a joke, sarcasm, or teasing has crossed the line and become harmful? 9. Paul wrote repeatedly about joy while living through suffering and imprisonment. What is the difference between happiness based on circumstances and joy rooted in God's presence? 10. Is there an area of your life that has become so heavy that you have lost some of your capacity for joy or laughter? What might returning to the source of your joy—God Himself—look like for you this week? Closing Reflection Pray for those in the group who are carrying especially heavy burdens. Ask God to help everyone face sorrow honestly, receive the support of others, rediscover the joy of His presence, and recognize the moments when healing allows them to laugh again.

    Optimal Health Daily
    3520: What A Laugh. Why A Dose Of Laughter Is Still The Best Medicine by Dr. Jenny Brockis on Mental Wellbeing

    Optimal Health Daily

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2026 10:24


    Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) - Free. Want to turn today's episode into an actionable plan? Join the Optimal Living Weekly newsletter and I'll send you our 200-page digital workbook immediately. It's packed with the best takeaways from the show, formatted for easy reading and implementation at home. Get your free PDF workbook here: https://oldpodcast.eo.page/join Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com Episode 3520: Dr. Jenny Brockis explains that laughter is not merely pleasant but measurably good for the brain, engaging the logical left hemisphere, the frontal lobes, and the sensory and motor areas in under half a second. She notes that children laugh up to 300 times a day while adults manage around 17, and describes what the research associates with a good laugh: endorphins released, dopamine and serotonin up, cortisol down. Her takeaway is that smiling and shared humor are healthy habits worth practicing on purpose rather than waiting on. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.drjennybrockis.com/2010/4/19/what-a-laugh-why-a-dose-of-laughter-is-still-the-best-medicine/ Quotes to ponder: "Laughing is good for your brain." "Laughing allows our problems and worries to not seem so big or scary anymore." "Smiles defuse tension and anxiety." Optimal Health Daily is a daily health and wellness podcast where we narrate the best articles on nutrition, fitness, weight loss, and healthy habits, read to you by a professional narrator so you can improve your health a little more every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Aviation Careers Podcast
    ACP466 Kevin McDermott Author of Flight Path: Lessons in Perseverance, Passion, and Laughter

    Aviation Careers Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2026 29:42


    Today we have a special guest Kevin McDermott Author of Flight Path: An Irreverent Aviation Tale. Kevin encourages pilots and non-pilots alike to persevere through setbacks, appreciate the mentors who shape our lives, and never lose their sense of humor along the way. Affiliate Link to book: https://amzn.to/4zjCd2W Coaching and Mentorship: https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/coaching/ We will help … Continue reading ACP466 Kevin McDermott Author of Flight Path: Lessons in Perseverance, Passion, and Laughter → The post ACP466 Kevin McDermott Author of Flight Path: Lessons in Perseverance, Passion, and Laughter appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

    Visibly Fit with Wendie Pett
    Episode 258: The Hidden Science Behind Marriage, Hormones & Healthy Relationships with Dr. Ricky Arenson

    Visibly Fit with Wendie Pett

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2026 66:44


    Marriage, hormones, intimacy, faith, and screen addiction all affect our well-being. In this episode, Dr. Ricky Arenson shares practical wisdom for stronger relationships, healthier habits, and a more meaningful life.What happens when your health, emotions, marriage, faith, and daily habits all intersect?That's exactly what we're unpacking on this episode of the Visibly Fit Podcast with Dr. Ricky Aronson, an endocrinologist, geriatrician, author, speaker, educator, and comedian from Melbourne, Australia.Dr. Ricky brings a fascinating perspective to some of the conversations couples and families often avoid. We talk about marriage, hormones, menopause, intimacy, healthy sexuality, communication, responsibility, screen addiction, parenting, emotional intelligence, faith, science, and even why laughter matters.If you're in a marriage or relationship, raising children, navigating midlife, or simply wanting to live a healthier and more connected life, there is something here for you.Chapters:00:00:00 Podcast Preview00:01:35 Topic and Guest Introduction00:04:10 From Medicine to Writing00:09:10 How a Health Crisis Changed His Path00:10:40 From Atheism to Faith00:14:37 The Journey of Discovering God00:18:32 Looking at Science Differently00:21:11 Hormones, Menopause & Marriage00:23:02 Why Men and Women Connect Differently00:25:07 Sexuality & Moral Responsibility00:27:50 The Emotional Impact of Sexuality00:30:54 What Makes a Healthy Marriage?00:33:03 Communication, Respect & Responsibility00:34:33 Why Healthy Relationships Take Work00:36:16 Health, Marriage & the Right Mindset00:37:50 How Routine Can Strengthen Marriage00:40:10 Screens, Self-Love & Relationships00:41:10 Screen Addiction & Children00:42:17 Why Families Need to Disconnect00:43:38 Screens, Loneliness & Happiness00:45:08 Learning to Live in the Present00:47:00 Family, Purpose & Fulfillment00:49:36 Why Humor Matters in Relationships00:50:50 Humor and Emotional Intelligence00:53:00 Laughter as Medicine00:54:50 Dating, Culture & Relationships00:57:16 Why Couples Fight About the Same Things00:58:07 Why Men Can't Find Things00:59:17 Do Women Really Multitask?01:01:50 Dr. Ricky's Books and Website01:02:45 Final ThoughtsResources mentioned:

    New Books Network
    Eran A. Zelnik, "American Laughter, American Fury: Humor and the Making of a White Man's Democracy, 1750–1850" (JHU Press, 2025)

    New Books Network

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2026 59:22


    A joke is never just a joke—not even in the eighteenth century. In American Laughter, American Fury: Humor and the Making of a White Man's Democracy, 1750–1850 (JHU Press, 2025) Eran A. Zelnik offers a cultural history of early America that shows how humor among white men served to define and construct not only whiteness and masculinity but also American political culture and democracy more generally. Zelnik traces the emerging bonds of affinity that white male settlers in North America cultivated through their shared, transformative experience of mirth. This humor—a category that includes not only jokes but also play, riot, revelry, and mimicry—shaped the democratic and anti-elitist sensibilities of Americans. It also defined the borders of who could participate in politics, notably excluding those who were not white men. While this anti-authoritarian humor transformed the early United States into a country that abhorred elitism and class hierarchies, ultimately the story is one of democratization gone awry: this same humor allowed white men to draw the borders of the new nation exclusively around themselves. Zelnik analyzes several distinct forms of humor to make his case: tall tales, "Indian play," Black dialect, riot and revelry, revolutionary protests, and blackface minstrelsy. This provocative study seeks to understand the vexing, contradictory interplay among humor, democracy, and violence at the heart of American history and culture that continues today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

    New Books in Gender Studies
    Eran A. Zelnik, "American Laughter, American Fury: Humor and the Making of a White Man's Democracy, 1750–1850" (JHU Press, 2025)

    New Books in Gender Studies

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2026 59:22


    A joke is never just a joke—not even in the eighteenth century. In American Laughter, American Fury: Humor and the Making of a White Man's Democracy, 1750–1850 (JHU Press, 2025) Eran A. Zelnik offers a cultural history of early America that shows how humor among white men served to define and construct not only whiteness and masculinity but also American political culture and democracy more generally. Zelnik traces the emerging bonds of affinity that white male settlers in North America cultivated through their shared, transformative experience of mirth. This humor—a category that includes not only jokes but also play, riot, revelry, and mimicry—shaped the democratic and anti-elitist sensibilities of Americans. It also defined the borders of who could participate in politics, notably excluding those who were not white men. While this anti-authoritarian humor transformed the early United States into a country that abhorred elitism and class hierarchies, ultimately the story is one of democratization gone awry: this same humor allowed white men to draw the borders of the new nation exclusively around themselves. Zelnik analyzes several distinct forms of humor to make his case: tall tales, "Indian play," Black dialect, riot and revelry, revolutionary protests, and blackface minstrelsy. This provocative study seeks to understand the vexing, contradictory interplay among humor, democracy, and violence at the heart of American history and culture that continues today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/gender-studies

    The Ben and Skin Show
    This Made Us Laugh: More Unstoppable Laughter

    The Ben and Skin Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2026 6:04 Transcription Available


    It's been a trend lately, but we found another newsanchor who was doing a story and couldn't stop laughing. 

    Optimal Health Daily - ARCHIVE 1 - Episodes 1-300 ONLY
    3520: What A Laugh. Why A Dose Of Laughter Is Still The Best Medicine by Dr. Jenny Brockis on Mental Wellbeing

    Optimal Health Daily - ARCHIVE 1 - Episodes 1-300 ONLY

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2026 10:24


    Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) - Free. Want to turn today's episode into an actionable plan? Join the Optimal Living Weekly newsletter and I'll send you our 200-page digital workbook immediately. It's packed with the best takeaways from the show, formatted for easy reading and implementation at home. Get your free PDF workbook here: https://oldpodcast.eo.page/join Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com Episode 3520: Dr. Jenny Brockis explains that laughter is not merely pleasant but measurably good for the brain, engaging the logical left hemisphere, the frontal lobes, and the sensory and motor areas in under half a second. She notes that children laugh up to 300 times a day while adults manage around 17, and describes what the research associates with a good laugh: endorphins released, dopamine and serotonin up, cortisol down. Her takeaway is that smiling and shared humor are healthy habits worth practicing on purpose rather than waiting on. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.drjennybrockis.com/2010/4/19/what-a-laugh-why-a-dose-of-laughter-is-still-the-best-medicine/ Quotes to ponder: "Laughing is good for your brain." "Laughing allows our problems and worries to not seem so big or scary anymore." "Smiles defuse tension and anxiety." Optimal Health Daily is a daily health and wellness podcast where we narrate the best articles on nutrition, fitness, weight loss, and healthy habits, read to you by a professional narrator so you can improve your health a little more every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    New Books in American Studies
    Eran A. Zelnik, "American Laughter, American Fury: Humor and the Making of a White Man's Democracy, 1750–1850" (JHU Press, 2025)

    New Books in American Studies

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2026 59:22


    A joke is never just a joke—not even in the eighteenth century. In American Laughter, American Fury: Humor and the Making of a White Man's Democracy, 1750–1850 (JHU Press, 2025) Eran A. Zelnik offers a cultural history of early America that shows how humor among white men served to define and construct not only whiteness and masculinity but also American political culture and democracy more generally. Zelnik traces the emerging bonds of affinity that white male settlers in North America cultivated through their shared, transformative experience of mirth. This humor—a category that includes not only jokes but also play, riot, revelry, and mimicry—shaped the democratic and anti-elitist sensibilities of Americans. It also defined the borders of who could participate in politics, notably excluding those who were not white men. While this anti-authoritarian humor transformed the early United States into a country that abhorred elitism and class hierarchies, ultimately the story is one of democratization gone awry: this same humor allowed white men to draw the borders of the new nation exclusively around themselves. Zelnik analyzes several distinct forms of humor to make his case: tall tales, "Indian play," Black dialect, riot and revelry, revolutionary protests, and blackface minstrelsy. This provocative study seeks to understand the vexing, contradictory interplay among humor, democracy, and violence at the heart of American history and culture that continues today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/american-studies

    Lifeline
    227. Outlanders of The Laughter Zone

    Lifeline

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2026 67:35


    Today we're talking about creating a scene in public, disabled parking confusion, and the airplane middle seat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Inspiring Human Potential
    3 Solutions to Human Unawareness | 5D Mystic For Leaders Using Somatic Mindset Micro Habits & Wisdom

    Inspiring Human Potential

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2026 41:21


    In this episode, we explore three actionable solutions to end unaware living and cultivate sovereign, conscious leaders. Learn how somatic-mindset micro-habits, emotional intelligence, and self-regulation build inner strength without conforming to societal pressure or placing your identity onto the outside world or others.We don't fix—nor do we need to fix—dysregulated environments. Regulated people, whether in positions of leadership or not, set the standard for conscious leadership and cultivate healthy, intelligent sentient, enlightening communities. With the mastery of practical somatic-mindset micro-habits, core wounds, conformity, and epistemic laziness no longer represent a threat. They are simply aspects we discern as adults and teach future generations—children, adolescents, and young adult communities—to spot.Shift from Reactive Survival Loops to Real-Time Empowered Composure—The SMART Way. Download Your FREE 10-Minute SMART MICRO-HABIT Check (PDF): https://payhip.com/b/r3sNWPurchase your SMART MICRO-HABIT 1-Day Practice ($22) here: https://payhip.com/b/Qw23EApply the IHP Community Building Practice in your day-to-day life and personal growth and spiritual ascension efforts: https://inspiringhumanpotential.com/emotional-intelligence/conscious-leadership-the-ihp-community-building-practice/For all guides on Payhip, check out the main storefront here: https://payhip.com/InspiringHumanPotentialTimestamps:(0:00) - 3 Solutions to Human Unawareness(14:03) - 3 Leadership Qualities & Somatic Micro-Habits for Personal Growth & Spiritual Ascension(20:44) - Why You Can't Fix Dysregulated Leaders (Set the Regulated Standard)(24:00) - Conscious Leadership: Leading with Integration, Wholeness & Intelligence(28:55) - Childlike Learning vs. Grandiose Unaware Adults(29:40) - Overcoming Social Conformity & Core Wounds with Emotional Intelligence(30:30) - How Empowered Conscious Leaders Treat Others with Respect, Humility, & Equality(32:55) - Approaching Conscious Leadership with Laughter, Joy & Wholeness------------------------

    The Mandolins and Beer Podcast
    The Mandolins and Beer Podcast #321 Mandolins and Laughter with Joe K Walsh

    The Mandolins and Beer Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2026 45:07 Transcription Available


    Episode Notes Did you know you can support my podcast for as little as $1 a month? You can do that by heading over to my Patreon HERE!!  New Merch HERE!!! This week features the return of one of my favorite people and mandolin players. Joe K. Walsh. Joe's band Mr Sun featuring Darol Anger, Grant Gordy and Aidan O'Donnell are one of the most exciting string bands around. Each song is beautifully written, arranged and performed. Plus, you never know what to expect, except that it's going to be wonderful! The album “The Idea Guys” drops on Sept 4th and you can pre-order it here! Joe's Links: * Website * * Instagram * * Mr Sun website * **** Mr. Sun Instagram ** ** Songs featured in this episode: **All the songs featured in this episode are on the new Mr. Sun album “The Idea Guys” available Sept 4th. ** As Always a HUGE thank you to all of my sponsor's that make this podcast possible each week! * Mandolin Cafe * * Peghead Nation *promo code mandolinbeer * Northfiled Mandolins * * Ear Trumpet Labs * * Ellis Mandolins * * Pava Mandolins * * Tone Slabs * * Elderly Instruments * * String Joy Strings *promo code mandolinbeer

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    The Richard Nicholls Podcast
    Short Stuff: Laughter & Perspectives

    The Richard Nicholls Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2026 5:29 Transcription Available


    Send us Fan MailIs laughter the best medicine?Maybe not, but it's better than nothing!Support the showJoin the Patreon community https://www.patreon.com/richardnichollsSocial Media LinksBluesky https://bsky.app/profile/richardnicholls.netThreads https://www.threads.net/@richardnichollsrealInstagram https://www.instagram.com/richardnichollsrealFacebook https://www.facebook.com/RichardNichollsAuthorYoutube https://www.youtube.com/richardnichollsTikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@richardnichollsauthorX https://x.com/richardnicholls

    Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast
    Two Wheelchairs, One Marriage: The Questions People Actually Ask Us

    Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2026 29:20


    What happens when two wheelchair users fall in love, get married, build careers, travel the world and navigate life together? Apparently, people have questions. After sharing more of their life as a disabled couple online and seeing an overwhelming response, Alycia Anderson brings her husband, Marty Anderson, back to Pushing Forward with Alycia for a lighter, candid and often hilarious Q&A about their nearly 15 years of marriage. Who is more stubborn? Who notices an accessibility problem first? Who takes longer to get ready? Who carries more disability-related gear? And when the world is not designed for two wheelchair users, how do they figure it out? As Alycia and Marty quickly discover, the answers lead to much bigger conversations about disabled relationships, wheelchair accessibility, accessible travel, independence, interdependence, ableism and belonging. Two Disabled People. One Very Normal Marriage. One of the biggest misconceptions Alycia and Marty encounter is the assumption that when disability exists in a relationship, one person must automatically become the caregiver. Their reality is much different. They help each other. Sometimes that means Marty holding Alycia's wheelchair during a transfer or Alycia grabbing onto Marty's chair for a tow. Sometimes it means reviewing an email, figuring out a business decision or helping each other navigate a difficult moment. And sometimes it simply means knowing somebody is standing beside you. As Alycia puts it, having Marty on her team makes her feel braver in the actions she takes in her life. Their partnership illustrates something much bigger: support in a relationship does not always move in one direction. When Accessibility Assumes Disabled People Are Alone Some of the funniest stories in the episode expose something decidedly less funny: much of the world is still designed around the assumption that a wheelchair user will be accompanied by a nondisabled caregiver. Movie theaters may provide one wheelchair space and one companion chair. Venues may offer accessible seating without considering that two wheelchair users might actually want to sit beside each other. Transportation systems may have accessibility policies but still create frustrating or alienating customer experiences. Hotels may technically meet accessibility standards while still making everyday tasks difficult. Alycia and Marty have spent years navigating those gaps together. Their solution is often the same: Figure it out. For Alycia, that mindset is deeply connected to disability itself. When the world is not designed for you, creativity and adaptation become part of everyday life. The Airport Shuttle Stress Is Real Accessible travel gets its own unofficial therapy session in this episode. Alycia and Marty talk about one of their biggest travel stressors: getting from the airport to the rental car facility. Wheelchair-accessible shuttle experiences can be unpredictable. Ramps may not work. Drivers may approach wheelchair passengers differently. Other travelers may board while wheelchair users are still waiting. Policies can sometimes override a simple conversation about what actually works best for the individual passenger. The frustration is not always about the equipment. It is about the experience. Marty describes accessibility as something that should create a feeling of being invited rather than treated like an exception. That distinction between technical access and true belonging sits at the center of much of Alycia's work. Accessible Parking Is More Complicated Than It Looks Alycia and Marty also tackle one of disability culture's perennial hot topics: accessible parking. They are quick to point out that disability does not have one appearance. Someone using an accessible parking space may have a completely legitimate non-apparent disability. But they also raise an important distinction around van-accessible spaces and access aisles. Those striped areas next to certain spaces are not extra parking. They provide the room someone may need to deploy a wheelchair ramp, transfer from a vehicle, use a walker or maneuver mobility equipment. It is another example of how accessibility education can make systems work better for everyone. What Do Nondisabled Couples Take for Granted? Their answer? Sometimes, spontaneity. Traveling without researching accessibility. Accepting an invitation to someone's house without wondering whether you can enter. Booking a rideshare without thinking about whether a wheelchair will fit or whether the driver will refuse the trip. Checking into a hotel without wondering whether the mirror can actually be seen from a wheelchair. These may seem like tiny details individually. Collectively, they shape whether people can participate fully and independently in everyday life. Disabled Relationship Myth Busting Perhaps the biggest misconception Alycia and Marty challenge is the belief that two disabled people somehow live a fundamentally different kind of relationship. Their marriage has accessibility logistics and mobility adaptations, yes. It also has careers. Finances. Intimacy. Arguments. Love. Partnership. Medical challenges. Travel. Laughter. And almost fifteen years of figuring life out together. Disability is part of their relationship. It is not the entirety of it. Marriage Is Still Marriage Near the end of the episode, Marty asks Alycia what nearly fifteen years together has taught her that has nothing to do with disability. Her answer becomes one of the episode's most beautiful moments. Marriage, she says, is one of the hardest things she has ever committed to, but also one of the very best. Creating a life with another person remains one of the accomplishments she treasures most. And after several heavy weeks for the Anderson household, their final Pushing Forward Moments are wonderfully simple. Marty's: Take life a little lighter. Have some fun. Everything does not have to be serious. Alycia's: All you need is love. Sometimes pushing forward means solving the accessibility problem. Sometimes it means advocating for change. And sometimes it means laughing with the person sitting beside you while you figure everything else out. IN THIS EPISODE Alycia and Marty discuss: What life is actually like for two married wheelchair users Who is more stubborn about asking for help Why asking for help can be difficult when independence has been ingrained in you Who notices accessibility barriers first Wheelchair travel and airport shuttle frustrations Accessibility versus genuine hospitality and belonging Why Alycia carries more disability-related supplies while traveling When they speak up about inaccessible environments How two disabled partners physically and emotionally support each other The assumption that every disabled person has a nondisabled caregiver Why theaters and entertainment venues often fail wheelchair-using couples Disability, marriage and intimacy Accessible parking and non-apparent disabilities Why van-accessible spaces serve a specific purpose Rideshare and transportation discrimination Why accessible hotel rooms should not have thick carpet How disability creates everyday problem-solving skills Automatic doors and universal access Spontaneity and the hidden planning involved in disability What nearly fifteen years of marriage has taught them Finding more fun, light and love in everyday life KEY THEMES

    the Knife Wife
    Hard to Kill: A Life of Laughter and Resilience with the Unstoppable Karen Mills

    the Knife Wife

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2026 57:05


    Today I finally get to sit down properly with the incredible Karen Mills, Hall of Famer, Grand Ole Opry veteran, and one of the funniest women touring today. She came back to do this twice because we lost the audio the first time. That's the kind of woman she is.We talk about cancer, car accidents, the Ryman, and why comedy is the only medicine that matters. ⸻⏱️ Episode Timeline & Highlights[00:40] – Basketball, limo driving, and finding comedy [04:21] – Karen's record-breaking stats at UT Chattanooga [12:26] – From open mic to full-time in three years [23:19] – Standing in the circle at the Grand Ole Opry [29:15] – The parking lot Nell incident and 15 very upset fans [38:07] – Three travel must-haves (the foam roller always wins) [45:35] – Cancer, a car accident, and being hard to kill [47:49] – "Humor for the Tumor": The comedy community shows up [49:37] – Sneaking my brother's ashes into the Ryman [53:14] – Memoir "Hard to Kill" coming summer 2027⸻Links & Resources Mentioned• Follow Karen on Instagram & TikTok: @karenmillscomedy • Karen on Facebook: @karenmillscomedian • Karen's website: karenmills.com • Dry Bar Special & Natty Etsy Showcase – Available now at karenmills.komi.io • Sirius XM – Catch Karen regularly on the comedy channels⸻Closing ThoughtsKaren Mills is proof that resilience and humor can get you through anything. Like, subscribe, and share with someone who needs a laugh today. See you next time!#suzichicago #karenmills #hardtokill #grandoleopry #womenincomedy #comedypodcast #cleancomedy #cancersurvivor #leannemorgan #kathleenmadigan #standupcomedy #podcastinterview

    The Neon Movie Bunker
    The Neon Movie Bunker -- Episode 459

    The Neon Movie Bunker

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2026 80:49


    It's another magnificent episode this week, as John and El'Ahrai are joined by Cati Glidewell, the Blonde in Front, for a lively roundtable discussion of Maastricht Zone trade in the age of Trump's tariffs and whether the Yankees have enough relief pitching for the 2026 postseason. Wait, I'm getting late word--that agenda has been scrapped and this week they're talking about movies. Reviews of "Tony", "Buffet Infinity", and "Colony" are on tap! Plus a few quick newsbits, home video talk, and a Ridley Scott ranking! You should listen! Laughter through tears is my favorite emotion.

    Terrain Theory
    Seriousness Is the Disease: Laughter, Jesters, and Breaking the Spell | Mike Cardamone

    Terrain Theory

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2026 94:01


    Mike Cardamone is a comedian, writer, filmmaker, and creator of Don't Slap Snooze. Before turning his attention to health, medicine, money, and some of the stranger corners of our shared reality, Mike spent years in advertising writing and producing for major brands. Then COVID happened, he started pulling on threads, and his creative work took a very different turn.In this conversation, we talk about comedy as a way of communicating ideas that facts and arguments often can't, and Mike makes the case that laughter can do something particularly powerful: break the spell. Once you can see the absurdity in something, and laugh at it, it becomes much harder to see it the same way again.We also explore the historical role of the comedian as court jester: someone permitted to mock the king, but only as long as he doesn't start questioning why there's a king in the first place. That takes us into censorship, gatekeepers, independent media, George Carlin, the limits of mainstream comedy, and why building outside established systems may matter more than trying to reform them from within.And yes, things get weird. We talk urine therapy, enemas, fruit fasting, cleansing, Mike's personal experiments with his body, our strange relationship with food, and even satanic salamanders.But we also turn the joke back on ourselves. If we're going to criticize rigidity and dogma in mainstream medicine and science, we should probably notice when those same tendencies show up in the terrain and alternative-health worlds. Mike doesn't claim to have everything figured out. He experiments, observes, changes his mind, and keeps his sense of humor.Because as he puts it near the end of our conversation, maybe “seriousness is the disease.”Learn more about Mike and his work at https://dontslapsnooze.net/.Support Terrain Theory on Patreon! Our member platform gives you access to exclusive content. Check it out: https://www.patreon.com/TerrainTheoryBook a FREE 1:1 call with co-host Ben Hardy to discuss terrain, health, life, anything! Find a day & time here: https://www.terraintheory.net/pages/free-1-1-callTerrain Theory episodes are not to be taken as medical advice. You are your own primary healthcare provider.If you have a Terrain Transformation story you would like to share, email us at ben@terraintheory.net.Learn more at www.terraintheory.netFollow Terrain Theory:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terrain_theory/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Terrain-TheoryX: https://twitter.com/terraintheory1YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@terraintheoryMusic by Chris MerendaAfter Party Music by Great Balancing Act

    2 Fuggin Idiots
    “A Taco Tuesday to remember!“ -- Podcast #292 [8.25.26]

    2 Fuggin Idiots

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2026 69:45


    Send us Fan MailHello Friends! Welcome back to your favorite Wednesday morning podcast! This time Robbie has some big life news, Jordan actually finished his groceries and they both discuss that Good Good Golf ad! Thanks for stopping by!Support the showEmail us @ tidbitzwiththeboyz@gmail.comTik Tok     Instagram      FacebookCheck out Robbie's YouTube Fitness journey!

    StopDoingNothing High Achiever Radio Show
    How To Start Making An Impact

    StopDoingNothing High Achiever Radio Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2026 36:05


    How to Start Making an Impact (Beyond Money) | Stop Doing Nothing Live On the August 26 episode of Stop Doing Nothing Live Patrick Allmong reflects on the recent loss of Dolly Parton and uses it to introduce a multi-part discussion on why making an impact matters more than simply making money. He shares his background running Stop Doing Nothing Media and describes his own shift from pursuing higher income to focusing on using money and business to benefit others. Patrick argues impact starts with helping just one person, getting past ego, and prioritizing ideas and legacy over name recognition, noting people are quickly forgotten after death. He offers guiding questions for creating impact: provide long-term benefits, enrich lives, relieve stress, enable others to help their families, entertain and make people laugh, unlock human potential, help people focus, and increase certainty through reduced risk and diversified income.  00:00 Welcome to the Show 00:21 Remembering Dolly Parton  01:20 Why Impact Matters 04:23 Patrick's Business Journey  07:21 Legacy Over Likes 08:52 Humans Must Evolve  12:47 Ideas Outlive Your Name 16:07 Get Past the Ego  17:33 Long Term Benefits  20:53 Entertainment and Laughter  23:30 Unlock Human Potential  24:58 Focus and Predictability 31:22 Recap and Next Steps 34:31 Subscribe and Closing

    The Let It Flow Show
    Lyss Surprises Her Old Friend Lex

    The Let It Flow Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2026 6:21 Transcription Available


    Send us Fan MailAlyssa surprises her old friend Alexia - Lyss and Lex have acted in plays together - done improv together - and have been friends for over 30 years - Alyssa felt it was time to get her good however Lex doesn't seem too phased...Support the showInstagram

    Daily Dad Jokes
    [No Laughter Version] At dinner, I told my date I was trying to figure out what her favorite hobby might be. She leaned in, pounded her fist on the table and yelled, “I MAKE JAM AND PUT IT IN TINY GLASS CONTAINERS!” (+ 16 more dad jokes!)

    Daily Dad Jokes

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2026 6:03


    Daily Dad Jokes (25 Aug 2026) The official Daily Dad Jokes Podcast electronic button now available on Amazon. The perfect gift for dad! Click here here to view! Shower Thoughts Podcast: We have another podcast called Daily Shower Thoughts, showcasing random, amusing and mind bending epiphanies. Search "Daily Shower Thoughts" in your podcast player or click here 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. Jokes sourced and curated from reddit.com/r/dadjokes. Joke credits: ilikesidehugs, lnc_gomes, somemadguynamedneel, PackageNorth8984, kovuoutai, Vaquero-SASS, somemadguynamedneel, GlasgowToon, ASK_ABT_MY_USERNAME, somemadguynamedneel, mindjames, somemadguynamedneel, , Ostor123, CLONE-11011100, pakage, listerjed1, Mapleleafguy83 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

    Gather Moms
    Motherhood is Basically Survivor — And Here’s What’s Actually Saving Us: EP 219

    Gather Moms

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2026 46:27


    A brand new season of Gather Moms is here and Kate and Rebecca are kicking things off with an honest conversation about the wilderness of motherhood and the things that have actually kept them going. Using Survivor as the perfect metaphor for mom life, because both involve keeping everyone fed, making sure they sleep, and managing someone who is probably going to throw something they introduce a question they will be asking every guest this season: What is in your helicopter drop? Beyond the spark vs. iced latte debates, they get real about what has actually saved them in motherhood. Counseling. A spouse who sees things differently. Walking. Bible study. Laughter. And a community of moms who show up when things get hard. In This Episode: The helicopter drop question and what it reveals about what moms actually need The real things that have saved them — counseling, community, laughter, Bible study, and more A preview of the incredible guests coming this season Hebrews 12 and why it frames everything about this season Join our Patreon for the September School Prayers series at gathermoms.com Connect With Us: gathermoms.com | @gathermoms |resources, curriculum, and community at GatherMoms.com Gather Moms: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Kate Henderson: Instagram | Facebook Rebecca Bradford: Instagram | Facebook

    Bleep Bulimia
    Bleep Bulimia Episode #154 Podcast with Paul Drayton Actor and Author

    Bleep Bulimia

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2026 76:07


    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Bleep Bulimia, I am joined by actor and author Paul Drayton for a candid conversation about his life, his experiences with addiction and recovery, and the journey that ultimately led him to a very different understanding of himself. Paul speaks openly about the challenges he has faced, including his relationship with alcohol, a later-in-life ADHD diagnosis, and learning to move forward with greater self-awareness, accountability and resilience.Paul is the author of Ride – Or Die Trying: A Life Before, During and After the Laughter, an honest and often humorous memoir exploring addiction, relationships, identity, recovery and starting again. It is a conversation about the difficult chapters in our lives, what we can learn from them, and the possibility of writing a very different next chapter.Connect with Paul Drayton

    Daily Dad Jokes
    [No Laughter Version] National Knife Day! 36 cutting edge jokes! 24 August 2026

    Daily Dad Jokes

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2026 8:16


    Daily Dad Jokes (24 Aug 2026) The official Daily Dad Jokes Podcast electronic button now available on Amazon. The perfect gift for dad! Click here here to view! Shower Thoughts Podcast: We have another podcast called Daily Shower Thoughts, showcasing random, amusing and mind bending epiphanies. Search "Daily Shower Thoughts" in your podcast player or click here 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. Jokes sourced and curated from reddit.com/r/dadjokes. Joke credits: sulldanivan, AllKnowingBurrito, Tanner2003-2021, UncreativeNoob, azure-terraformer, derivedintegral, clitsdontexist, JenovasChild666, sketchanderase, pulsar0516, Yankee-485, FewJob4450, th3caramelb3ar, Cheesduckyleparidop, Masselein, FinalCaveat, EmergencyNo7427, , jeje17j, Independent-Way5465, YourOverLordisME, MostExpensiveThing, MisterBigDude, houndoom92, Joel_Boyens, DiosMioMan2, TheCultofLoss, dadjokeschannel, Kratsas, Corvette-Ronnie, FoldKey2709, TurkeyVolumeGuesser, thomasbrakeline, Jello_cat, shrimpmonkey, HypotheticalRealist, porichoygupto 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
    [No Laughter Version] Freddie Mercury was in the china shop. (+ 17 more dad jokes!)

    Daily Dad Jokes

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2026 6:06


    Daily Dad Jokes (24 Aug 2026) The official Daily Dad Jokes Podcast electronic button now available on Amazon. The perfect gift for dad! Click here here to view! Shower Thoughts Podcast: We have another podcast called Daily Shower Thoughts, showcasing random, amusing and mind bending epiphanies. Search "Daily Shower Thoughts" in your podcast player or click here 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. Jokes sourced and curated from reddit.com/r/dadjokes. Joke credits: GasQuirky3938, Ostor123, somemadguynamedneel, LadyCottington16, bourbonpens, OneOfUsOneOfUsGooble, ilikesidehugs, Classic-Camp7513, isellmidgets, Identity_Unaware, dierte420, FlyingWombat77, , Soggy_Construction_5, monorico, blaknight34, Impossible-Orange607, barewear2267, lnc_gomes 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

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    Taylor Brain Bytes
    Laughter as Medicine

    Taylor Brain Bytes

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2026 4:42


    Is laughter really good medicine?

    Daily Dad Jokes
    [No Laughter Version] People are like onions... (+ 17 more dad jokes!)

    Daily Dad Jokes

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2026 5:58


    Daily Dad Jokes (23 Aug 2026) The official Daily Dad Jokes Podcast electronic button now available on Amazon. The perfect gift for dad! Click here here to view! Shower Thoughts Podcast: We have another podcast called Daily Shower Thoughts, showcasing random, amusing and mind bending epiphanies. Search "Daily Shower Thoughts" in your podcast player or click here 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. Jokes sourced and curated from reddit.com/r/dadjokes. Joke credits: alanmitch34, Healthy_Ladder_6198, mole555, nejhawk, Opening_Rip_1840, fireburner80, Eddie_the_red, lnc_gomes, Classic-Camp7513, PygmeePony, subsailor1968, monorico, , Excellent-Scratch453, GeedsGarage, Pretend-Meaning-1536, aba_lancer, Practical_Chip_3333, fitzmoth 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

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    Cocktale Hour
    Episode 206 Fine China and Casper the Friendly Poker

    Cocktale Hour

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2026


     Summer is winding down in many parts of the northern hemisphere, but here at the Cocktale Hour HQ, its still damn hot. We reconnect this week, bringing our deep intellect to you on topics like what to do with wedding china, photos, and how rural Canadian communities prevent inbreeding through human husbandry. Enjoy!

    Daily Dad Jokes
    [No Laughter Version] I just picked up a bottle of that new Fred Flintstone aftershave. It's strong stuff, you only need to use a tiny bit. (+ 16 more dad jokes!)

    Daily Dad Jokes

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2026 5:59


    Daily Dad Jokes (22 Aug 2026) The official Daily Dad Jokes Podcast electronic button now available on Amazon. The perfect gift for dad! Click here here to view! Shower Thoughts Podcast: We have another podcast called Daily Shower Thoughts, showcasing random, amusing and mind bending epiphanies. Search "Daily Shower Thoughts" in your podcast player or click here 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. Jokes sourced and curated from reddit.com/r/dadjokes. Joke credits: icecream_dragon, NYRfanFL, Healthy_Ladder_6198, Left-Distribution-13, domdotd, lnc_gomes, MedicTillar, JimmyCarr_Official, Classic-Camp7513, No_Building_8784, IEnjoyDadJokes, GlasgowToon, , ilikesidehugs, andersonfmly, Lucky_Middle_5525, Key_Current6164, ilikesidehugs 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

    My Morning Devotional
    A Time to Laugh

    My Morning Devotional

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2026 8:20 Transcription Available


    When was the last time you let yourself laugh, truly, deeply, despite the heaviness of life?On today's special 1,600th episode, Lauren Burgos invites us to step into a season of joy as we explore "A Time to Laugh." Reflecting on Psalm 126, we'll learn together what it looks like to reclaim dreams and find laughter, even in the midst of life's hardest moments. Through honest stories and gentle encouragement, our community will uncover how joy can be an act of faith and how laughter helps us release fear and move forward with hope.Let's come together in prayer and devotion, remembering that God calls us not only to endure but to delight, finding fresh joy for the journey ahead.Tap HERE to send us a text! Our podcast family is growing - introducing Men's Morning Devotional! Our dad, Steve Alessi, and all of our husbands are now hosting their own 5 minute devotionals every weekday - for men who want to become better husbands, fathers, and leaders! Listen, follow and subscribe here - MensMorningDevotional.comSupport the showNEW VIDEO EPISODES! You can watch our new video episodes on YouTube! Watch Our Video DevotionalsNEW TO MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL? Welcome! We're four sisters - Stephanie, Lauren, Gaby, and Richelle - and our family works together at Metro Life Church in Miami, FL. We're so blessed to produce this daily devotional podcast for you and continue the great work done by the show's founder, Alison Delamota.We pray these devotions will help you to grow in your faith, and that you'll join us every weekday for a morning prayer and some time in God's Word! JOIN THE MMD COMMUNITYSubscribe to the showShare with a friendJoin our newsletter Follow Us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Facebook⁠⁠Leave a reviewMORE PODCASTS YOU'LL ENJOYEnjoy more podcasts from Metro Life Studios, including:The Family Business with The AlessisMen's Morning DevotionalThe Mary and Martha Show Available on our Metro Life Studios app!Get The Metro Life Studios app 

    My Morning Devotional
    A Time To Trust

    My Morning Devotional

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2026 8:29 Transcription Available


    Do you ever find yourself looking at the changes in your life and wondering: is this really how things were meant to be?In today's episode, Lauren Burgos invites us to explore what it means to trust God in seasons that look different than we imagined. Together, we'll step into the story of Haggai, reflect on honest moments of disappointment or uncertainty, and learn how God's gentle response invites us to be strong, to work, and to trust that His Spirit remains with us. No matter what season we're in.Let's gather in community to pray for renewed trust and confidence, embracing God's faithful presence as we journey together through life's changes.Tap HERE to send us a text! Our podcast family is growing - introducing Men's Morning Devotional! Our dad, Steve Alessi, and all of our husbands are now hosting their own 5 minute devotionals every weekday - for men who want to become better husbands, fathers, and leaders! Listen, follow and subscribe here - MensMorningDevotional.comSupport the showNEW VIDEO EPISODES! You can watch our new video episodes on YouTube! Watch Our Video DevotionalsNEW TO MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL? Welcome! We're four sisters - Stephanie, Lauren, Gaby, and Richelle - and our family works together at Metro Life Church in Miami, FL. We're so blessed to produce this daily devotional podcast for you and continue the great work done by the show's founder, Alison Delamota.We pray these devotions will help you to grow in your faith, and that you'll join us every weekday for a morning prayer and some time in God's Word! JOIN THE MMD COMMUNITYSubscribe to the showShare with a friendJoin our newsletter Follow Us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Facebook⁠⁠Leave a reviewMORE PODCASTS YOU'LL ENJOYEnjoy more podcasts from Metro Life Studios, including:The Family Business with The AlessisMen's Morning DevotionalThe Mary and Martha Show Available on our Metro Life Studios app!Get The Metro Life Studios app 

    This Helps with Marlon Morgan
    Craig Shoemaker | Laugh More, Feel Better

    This Helps with Marlon Morgan

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2026 66:01


    Comedian and mental health advocate Craig Shoemaker has spent decades making people laugh. But somewhere along the way, he started asking a bigger question: if laughter really is medicine, how do we actually use it? Craig joins Marlon to talk about developing your "seventh sense" and walks us through h his LAUGHTER framework, starting with L for Love, all the way through checking your capital E-Ego. They talk about intentional laughter, why humor can help us connect instead of divide, and how practicing laughter can make it easier to reach for joy instead of anger. This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have questions or concerns about your mental health, please consult a qualified healthcare or mental health professional. Learn more about Craig Shoemaker and his LAUGHTER framework: https://www.craigshoemaker.com/ Keep up with Craig: https://www.instagram.com/officialcraigshoemaker

    Conversations with Consequences
    Ep. 383 Father Thomas Petri on Challenging Today's Culture & Mike Romano on Laughter, Love & Loss

    Conversations with Consequences

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2026 54:00


    Father Thomas Petri joins us to discuss his vocation to the Dominican Order and why the charism of the Order of Preachers is to engage the culture, bringing the light of Christ into the public square—especially surrounding critical issues like the severe abortion legislation recently passed in Massachusetts. We also visit with Mike Romano, the voice behind EWTN's beloved children's program, Tomkin. He shares his journey from stand-up comedy to voice-over production, and reflects on what he is learning as a widowed father raising his three children following his wife's tragic passing from cancer. Plus, TCA Chaplain Msgr. Roger Landry shares fascinating insights into the life of Pope St. Pius X ahead of his feast day this week. Tune in every Saturday at 7 AM ET & 5 PM ET on EWTN Radio!

    2 Fuggin Idiots
    “Business is ah BOOMIN'!“ -- Podcast #291 [8.17.26]

    2 Fuggin Idiots

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2026 68:43


    Send us Fan MailHello Friends! Welcome back to your favorite Wednesday morning podcast! This time Robbie was looking to start trouble at Costco, Jordan saw The Little Mermaid with Steph and they both wait until after hours to discuss Spider-Man spoilers... You've been warned! Thanks for stopping by!Support the showEmail us @ tidbitzwiththeboyz@gmail.comTik Tok     Instagram      FacebookCheck out Robbie's YouTube Fitness journey!

    Weird Darkness: Stories of the Paranormal, Supernatural, Legends, Lore, Mysterious, Macabre, Unsolved
    THE CLOWN DOLL – And The Laughter From The Closet | #MidnightInTheMacabre

    Weird Darkness: Stories of the Paranormal, Supernatural, Legends, Lore, Mysterious, Macabre, Unsolved

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2026 7:42 Transcription Available


    He hated the clown doll his great aunt left him, so he locked it in the closet, which is exactly where the laughing came from.EPISODE BLOG PAGE (includes sources): https://weirddarkness.com/mitm-clowndollSOURCES and RESOURCES: “I've Always Hated Dolls” by Devin Hoover: https://www.creepypasta.com/ive-always-hated-dolls/WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2026, Weird Darkness.Midnight In The Macabre (MITM), originally aired: August 18, 2026LIKE WHAT YOU'RE HEARING? WEIRD DARKNESS posts episodes 7 DAYS A WEEK! Listen FREE wherever you get podcasts or visit https://weirddarkness.com/listen. • Paranormal • True Crime • Ghosts • UFOs • Cryptids • Unexplained • Want even more? Become an OFFICIAL WEIRDO for commercial-free episodes, bonus episodes, weeknight live chats, audiobooks & more at https://WeirdDarkness.com/OFFICIAL

    BADLANDS: SPORTSLAND
    Robin Williams: A Manic Mind at Breakneck Speed, an Addiction to Laughter, and the Devil's Dandruff

    BADLANDS: SPORTSLAND

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2026 36:19 Transcription Available


    Robin Williams’ manic mind moved at such a breakneck speed that cocaine had the opposite effect than it had on most other people: it slowed him down. Robin’s primary addiction, however, wasn’t cocaine. He was addicted to the dopamine rush of being on a stage, where he could let his mind run wild with free association, and be rewarded with uproarious laughter. He was addicted to proving himself as a dramatic actor, even if that meant attempting to trigger his own mental breakdown by running in place for hours. And when he died tragically at the age of 63, the cause of his death was surprisingly not what anyone suspected. It still isn’t. This episode contains themes that may be disturbing to some listeners, including suicide. If you're thinking about suicide or are worried about a friend or loved one, call the Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Chicken Soup for the Soul with Amy Newmark
    Laughter Is the Best Medicine When You're a Dementia Caregiver

    Chicken Soup for the Soul with Amy Newmark

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2026 9:17


    Hey, it's Amy Newmark with your Chicken Soup for the Soul and I'm continuing to share stories with you from Chicken Soup for the Soul: Care for the Caregiver. The stories in this book provide support and tips and plenty of humor for people who are involved in caregiving for family members with dementia, whether Alzheimer's or one of the other kinds. These stories are incredibly helpful to someone who is starting to navigate the caregiving journey and they are also helpful and supportive for old pros. The dementia caregiving journey lasts for years, and everyone can benefit from the wise words and the humorous anecdotes shared by people who have been there, done that. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Net Positive with John Crist
    Laughter Is Medicine (w/ RFK Jr.)

    Net Positive with John Crist

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2026 73:47


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