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In this deeply vulnerable and empowering episode, I sit down with author, speaker, and somatic practitioner, Laurie James, to unpack her remarkable journey from decades of nervous system dysregulation to deep, body-based healing.  Laurie's story begins in childhood, where she endured the pain of adoption complexities, sibling abuse, and growing up in a home where she never felt truly safe. These early experiences planted the seeds of hypervigilance, self-worth struggles, and an ongoing search for belonging.  Fast forward to adulthood, Laurie faced multiple betrayals in her marriage—one that shook her to her core when her then-husband violated her deepest boundary by contacting her birth mother against her wishes, and another that emerged as a major financial betrayal impacting their family. Layered with years of caregiving for her aging parents, the stress built silently in her body until it erupted as a severe health crisis.  Laurie shares openly how chronic stress and unresolved trauma manifested physically—gut issues, anxiety, sleep disruption—and how years of talk therapy alone couldn't release what was stored in her body. The turning point came when she discovered somatic experiencing—a therapeutic approach that helps release trauma from the nervous system through gentle body awareness practices.  In our conversation, Laurie explains:  Why trauma lives in the body and can cause chronic dysregulation for decades  The physical symptoms and health issues that can stem from betrayal and unresolved trauma  How somatic experiencing works and why it was the missing piece in her healing  Practical examples of self-regulation tools you can try right now  How to build a personalized nervous system regulation toolkit  The importance of curiosity, presence, and “nourishing” difficult emotions rather than avoiding them  If you've ever wondered why you can't “think” your way out of anxiety, hypervigilance, or betrayal pain—this episode will give you a new perspective and hope. Lourie's story is proof that even after decades of dysregulation, it is possible to find safety, stability, and healing in your own body again.  Resources:  Laurie James: https://www.laurieejames.com  The 5 Stages from Betrayal to Breakthrough: https://thepbtinstitute.com/reclaim/  PBT Certification Info: https://thepbtinstitute.com/get-certified  

M. C. Flux uncovers lessons for video creation from what he calls layered learning on episode 587 of the Teaching in Higher Ed podcast. Quotes from the episode I've also started creating these little quiz questions in them, but they're not hard. They're just to keep their attention going. -M. C. Flux Many students seem to enjoy this and actually learn well from it, so I keep doing it. -M. C. Flux I think these students struggle so much with attention that bringing them back with a really simple question just helps. -M. C. Flux The fact that students have shorter attention spans is still something we need to pay attention to. I don't think it's as bad as people say, but it is actually still a big piece of how I design instruction. -M. C. Flux A lot of students are used to rewatching things that they enjoy. -M. C. Flux Resources Video: Education as Content, by Dr. Flux The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why it Matters, by Priya Parker Preferences vs. What Works, by Robert Talbert Song: Leave it Like it Is, by David Wilcox  Episode 555: A Big Picture Look at AI Detection Tools with Chris Ostro LinkedIn: Christopher Ostro LinkedIn: Dr. MC Flux Netflix Special: Bo Burnham Inside DJI Osmo Mobile 7P Insta360 Flow Pro HollyLand Lark Microphones Games: Agency as Art, by C Thi Nguyen

In this episode of Maximize Your Hunt, host Jon Teater (Whitetail Landscapes) discusses various strategies for managing hunting properties, improving habitats, and understanding deer behavior. He emphasizes the importance of acclimating deer to human activity, creating effective flow movement, and utilizing trail cameras strategically. The conversation with Colin Koskinen (Legendary Habitat) covers the significance of layering cover and creating hubs for deer movement, as well as tips for concealing trail cameras to minimize disturbance. As the hunting season approaches, Jon Teater encourages listeners to be patient and make positive impacts on their properties to enhance deer activity. Takeaways Maximizing your hunting property requires active management. Deer can acclimate to human activity if managed properly. Food plots can be beneficial if done correctly. Flow movement is essential for deer behavior. Creating hubs can enhance deer movement and activity. Trail cameras should be integrated into the landscape. Concealment of cameras is crucial for accurate data. Layering cover can improve deer bedding areas. Do not rely solely on camera data; observe the field. Every action taken on the property should be a positive impact.   Social Links https://whitetaillandscapes.com/ https://www.facebook.com/whitetaillandscapes/ https://www.legendaryhabitat.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbIsv6Orm9cD025IBFx8DWA https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/legendary-habitat-podcast/id1613808320 https://www.facebook.com/LegendaryHabitat/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Notes and Links to Andrew Porter's Work     Andrew Porter is the author of four books, including the short story collection The Theory of Light and Matter (Vintage/Penguin Random House), which won the Flannery O'Connor Award for Short Fiction, the novel In Between Days (Knopf), which was a Barnes & Noble “Discover Great New Writers”  selection, an IndieBound “Indie Next” selection, and the San Antonio Express News's “Fictional Work of the Year,” the short story collection The Disappeared (Knopf), which was longlisted for The Story Prize and the Joyce Carol Oates Prize, and the novel The Imagined Life, which was published by Knopf in April 2025. Porter's books have been published in foreign editions in the UK, Australia, and New Zealand and translated into numerous languages, including French, Spanish, Dutch, Italian, Bulgarian, and Korean. In addition to winning the Flannery O'Connor Award, his collection, The Theory of Light and Matter,  received Foreword Magazine's “Book of the Year” Award for Short  Fiction, was a finalist for The Steven Turner Award, The Paterson Prize  and The WLT Book Award, was shortlisted for the William Saroyan International Prize for Writing, and was selected by both The Kansas City Star and The San Antonio Express-News  as one of the “Best Books of the Year.” The recipient of a Pushcart Prize and fellowships from the James Michener-Copernicus Foundation, the W.K. Rose Foundation,  and the Helene Wurlitzer Foundation,  Porter's  short stories have appeared in The Best American Short Stories, One Story, Ploughshares, The Southern Review, The Threepenny Review, The Missouri Review, American Short Fiction, Narrative Magazine, Epoch, Story, The Colorado Review, Electric Literature, and Texas Monthly, among others. He has had his work read on NPR's Selected Shorts and numerous times selected as one of the Distinguished Stories of the Year by Best American Short Stories.  A graduate of the Iowa Writers' Workshop, Porter is currently a Professor of English and Director of the Creative Writing Program at Trinity University in San Antonio.   Buy The Imagined Life   Andrew's Website   Andrew's Wikipedia Page   Book Review for The Imagined Life from New York Times   At about 1:30, Pete makes a clumsy but heartfelt comparison between The Imagined Life and Hemingway's Old Man and the Sea and Andrew shares feedback from readers of his novel At about 3:10, Andrew responds to Pete's question about the book's seeds and talks about “tinker[ing]” with the book's opening for years At about 4:45, Pete remarks on the book's first-person account, and Andrew and Pete discuss the book's opening and ideas of naivete and fallible parents At about 6:45, Pete asks Andrew, who expands about structuring the book and its connection to revision  At about 8:45, Pete compares the setting of the book, 1983 Fullerton, CA, to The Smashing Pumpkins' “1979,” and Andrew discusses similarities  At about 10:30, Pete reflects on the importance of the age given to the book's narrator and the two characterize the book's “father” and Andrew talks about using a 70s/early 80s atmosphere through the young narrator's lens At about 15:30, Pete summarizes an important character introduction and Andrew talks about the importance of an embarrassing faux pas by the narrator's father that might have "professional ramifications” At about 17:30, Andrew responds to Pete's question about the visits that Steven takes to speak with his father's former colleagues in the present-day At about 21:20, Andrew explains connections between Proust (“Proo-st”) and the father, who is obsessed in some ways with Proust's work; Andrew notes personal parallels between the father and Proust At about 24:10, Andrew gives background on Uncle Julian's connection to his brother and his family  At about 25:40, Andrew responds to Pete's questions about the importance of the book's cabana and complicated coupling  At about 27:40, Andrew reflects on Chau's relationship with Steven and the connection as a shared “escape from their home lives” At about 31:00, Andrew responds to Pete's questions about fleeting beautiful moments between father and son At about 32:25, Pete wonders about how Andrew picks character names At about 34:10, Andrew discusses the narrator's son, Finn, and his acting out in school as a function of his parents' marital shakiness  At about 35:30, Pete asks Andrew about a pivotal party and any “ruptures” in relationships that may have followed   At about 38:00, Andrew reflects on possible foreshadowing through letters and notes left behind by Steven's father  At about 40:40, Andrew discusses his mindset in writing an important and off-the-wall culminating scene At about 43:35, The two reflect on ideas of traumas and cycles and anger, especially with regard to Steven's recognition of same  At about 46:30, Pete compliments the ending of the book, ideas of legacy and wonderful book timing At about 47:30, Andrew reflects on his book's setting as key in exploring contrasts between Steven's life then and now, as well as with the world as a whole At about 48:30, Swatch Watch discourse! and vague Bel Biv Devoe reference!      You can now subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, and leave me a five-star review. You can also ask for the podcast by name using Alexa, and find the pod on Stitcher, Spotify, and on Amazon Music. Follow Pete on IG, where he is @chillsatwillpodcast, or on Twitter, where he is @chillsatwillpo1. You can watch other episodes on YouTube-watch and subscribe to The Chills at Will Podcast Channel. Please subscribe to both the YouTube Channel and the podcast while you're checking out this episode.       Pete is very excited to have one or two podcast episodes per month featured on the website of Chicago Review of Books. The audio will be posted, along with a written interview culled from the audio. His conversation with Hannah Pittard, a recent guest, is up at Chicago Review.     Sign up now for The Chills at Will Podcast Patreon: it can be found at patreon.com/chillsatwillpodcastpeterriehl      Check out the page that describes the benefits of a Patreon membership, including cool swag and bonus episodes. Thanks in advance for supporting Pete's one-man show, DIY podcast and extensive reading, research, editing, and promoting to keep this independent podcast pumping out high-quality content! This month's Patreon bonus episode features an exploration of flawed characters, protagonists who are too real in their actions, and horror and noir as being where so much good and realistic writing takes place. 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In this episode of Maximize Your Hunt, host Jon Teater (Whitetail Landscapes) discusses various strategies for managing hunting properties, improving habitats, and understanding deer behavior. He emphasizes the importance of acclimating deer to human activity, creating effective flow movement, and utilizing trail cameras strategically. The conversation with Colin Koskinen (Legendary Habitat) covers the significance of layering cover and creating hubs for deer movement, as well as tips for concealing trail cameras to minimize disturbance. As the hunting season approaches, Jon Teater encourages listeners to be patient and make positive impacts on their properties to enhance deer activity.TakeawaysMaximizing your hunting property requires active management.Deer can acclimate to human activity if managed properly.Food plots can be beneficial if done correctly.Flow movement is essential for deer behavior.Creating hubs can enhance deer movement and activity.Trail cameras should be integrated into the landscape.Concealment of cameras is crucial for accurate data.Layering cover can improve deer bedding areas.Do not rely solely on camera data; observe the field.Every action taken on the property should be a positive impact. Social Linkshttps://whitetaillandscapes.com/https://www.facebook.com/whitetaillandscapes/https://www.legendaryhabitat.com/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbIsv6Orm9cD025IBFx8DWAhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/legendary-habitat-podcast/id1613808320https://www.facebook.com/LegendaryHabitat/

Today we're chatting about things that are ostensibly superficially straightforward, but are actually quite clever and layered in many ways. The two prime examples are Paul Verhoven's Robocop and Starship Troopers. They can both be taken as simply dumb, hyper-violent action films, but both are also good, solid, basic satirical critiques of society. Robocop is a critique of over-corporatism and commercialism, where the myth that “private enterprise does it better” is taken to an extreme. A company takes over the police and the governance of the city of Detroit. Policeman, officer Murphy is killed on the job, only to be revived as a cyborg and we find that the corporation owns him even after he's dead. He becomes their mindless robot slave. The whole film can be taken either as a violent action movie about a super robot cop blasting his way to justice, or as the story of a literal corporate slave on a journey to regain his own humanity and freedom and in doing so he has to murder the CEO of the corporation to free himself. Which is a very symbolic act for an American film where CEOs are seen as demigods. Starship Troopers can be taken as a simple story of brave solders flying into space and fighting back on a crusade against disgusting bug aliens that threaten earth. But we learn that the aliens were only after earth because humans threatened them first, and rather than being the underdogs, the humans are actually massively superior and the aliens are afraid… rather than fighting for our existence we're actually committing genocide (or xenocide), which was also the point of Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card. With that little bit of extra info all the testosterone, gun firing, soldier camaraderie, patriotism and support for the troops takes on a sinister edge. If we look at it with the right angle we see that they were Nazis all along. I really appreciate stories with those sort of simple layers that can be taken in two completely different ways. It can be very easy to fail at though when the audience doesn't see your other layer at all or your “clever” message isn't very clever or well delivered. Stories certainly do not need to have layers and alternate reading to be good. I appreciate simple straightforward stories that are as they appear to be. But these ones with single extra layer which means things have a very different and obvious reading are fun. Fight-club is famously that sort of story, when we find that Tyler Durden was imaginary all along and it changes your reading of the story, you can still just take it as it seemed in the beginning though. I think the Life of Brian qualifies as well: at the beginning we think it's a satirical version of the life of the messiah, directly making fun of Christ and the bible stories, but at the end we learn that Brian really was just a simple normal guy all along like he and his mum claimed and it changes to a story NOT making fun of Christ but rather the mindless populace who never really cared about Brian at all, they just overlayed a symbol on him and worshipped that instead which took away all his control and killed him in the end. Still, look on the bright side…. Do you like these sorts of stories? This week Gunwallace was in hospital so wa unable to give us a tune so the betst off this week is Gumshoe - Groove on into this black and white world of cool. Lazy coiling blue smoke floats out and leads the way down to this underground world of jazz and sophisticated glitz. Let the bass walk you through, take a twirl with the glittering piano keys, high-five those highhats, and take your place at the bar in the coffee lounge. Make yours black, no sugar. You're staying up all night for this one! From Quackcast 491, 10th August 2020. Topics and shownotes Links Featured comic: Cafe Menagerie Blues - https://www.theduckwebcomics.com/news/2025/sep/02/featured-comic-cafe-menagerie-blues/ Featured music: Gumshoe - https://www.theduckwebcomics.com/Gumshoe/ - by Pencilz, rated T Special thanks to: Gunwallace - https://www.theduckwebcomics.com/user/Gunwallace/ Tantz Aerine - https://www.theduckwebcomics.com/user/Tantz_Aerine/ Ozoneocean - https://www.theduckwebcomics.com/user/ozoneocean Kawaiidaigakusei - https://www.theduckwebcomics.com/user/kawaiidaigakusei Banes - https://www.theduckwebcomics.com/user/Banes/ VIDEO exclusive! Become a subscriber on the $5 level and up to see our weekly Patreon video and get our advertising perks! - https://www.patreon.com/DrunkDuck Even at $1 you get your name with a link on the front page and a mention in the weekend newsposts! Join us on Discord - https://discordapp.com/invite/7NpJ8GS

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In 1997, Pocket Books began releasing novels in a new series - one not based on a Star Trek television series. The brainchild of then-editor John J. Ordover and author Peter David, Star Trek: New Frontier was a way to have a series of novels with its own continuity, independent of the shows still on the air. Spanning over 20 novels, numerous short stories, and even some graphic novels, the series lasted until 2015. In this episode of Literary Treks, hosts Casey Pettitt and Jonathan Koan discuss 2001's Cold Wars, the sixth book in the Gateways saga. We discuss the New Frontier series and characters, the overall plot, growing up too fast, a clean ending, and more! In the news, we talk about a new coffee table book and discuss the Star Trek: Defiant comic arc, No Old Warriors.    News New Books (00:02:41) Comic review (00:05:17)                  Feature: Cold Wars New Frontier (00:11:24) Post-Coital Opening (00:14:43) The Characters (00:15:16) The Plot (00:19:39) The Mystery of "Smyt" (00:24:27) A Holo Ruse (00:26:36) She Had to Grow Up Very Fast (00:29:53) A Little Too Clean (00:34:15) The Gateways (00:38:44) Final Thoughts and Ratings (00:40:11)          Hosts Casey Pettitt and Jonathan Koan Production Matthew Rushing (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Greg Rozier (Associate Producer) Casey Pettitt (Associate Producer)

In 1997, Pocket Books began releasing novels in a new series - one not based on a Star Trek television series. The brainchild of then-editor John J. Ordover and author Peter David, Star Trek: New Frontier was a way to have a series of novels with its own continuity, independent of the shows still on the air. Spanning over 20 novels, numerous short stories, and even some graphic novels, the series lasted until 2015. In this episode of Literary Treks, hosts Casey Pettitt and Jonathan Koan discuss 2001's Cold Wars, the sixth book in the Gateways saga. We discuss the New Frontier series and characters, the overall plot, growing up too fast, a clean ending, and more! In the news, we talk about a new coffee table book and discuss the Star Trek: Defiant comic arc, No Old Warriors. News New Books (00:02:41) Comic review (00:05:17) Feature: Cold Wars New Frontier (00:11:24) Post-Coital Opening (00:14:43) The Characters (00:15:16) The Plot (00:19:39) The Mystery of "Smyt" (00:24:27) A Holo Ruse (00:26:36) She Had to Grow Up Very Fast (00:29:53) A Little Too Clean (00:34:15) The Gateways (00:38:44) Final Thoughts and Ratings (00:40:11) Hosts Casey Pettitt and Jonathan Koan Production Matthew Rushing (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Greg Rozier (Associate Producer) Casey Pettitt (Associate Producer)

Let the soothing sound of ocean waves and a glowing bonfire ease you into tranquillity. Layered with gentle binaural beats, this soundscape encourages your mind to slow down, release tension, and drift naturally toward restorative sleep. The timeless pairing of fire and sea creates a grounding backdrop, while binaural audio supports deep relaxation, stress relief, and mental clarity. Ideal for bedtime listening, meditation, or anytime you need to reset and restore balance. Whether you need help falling asleep, want to recharge during the day, or wish to create a soothing background for reflection, let the firelight and sea carry you into calm. This podcast is completely independent, and your support helps keep it going. When you like, share, or leave a comment, it tells podcast platforms that people value this show, which helps it reach more listeners. These small actions make a big difference in helping the podcast grow. Other ways you can support the show: Shop Your Sleep Guru Podcast exclusive "Licensed to Chill" T-shirts and baseball caps HERE, (created especially for you!)  

Breath is so ordinary that we forget it is extraordinary. It comes unbidden, steady as a tide, unnoticed until something interrupts it. We know the sudden gasp of fear, the shallow rise and fall of exhaustion, the ragged breath when we are sick. Yet beneath all those moments lies the same truth: breath is life.In this episode of Creation's Paths, we began with the simple reminder that life in our breath is our life. Too often, spiritual traditions turn breath into something to control, to discipline, even to constrain. An effort at restraining life itself. But the practice we explored was not about constriction. It was about letting breath become prayer, letting the air itself speak the Name of the Divine.This is the kind of practice that first feels like a gentle breeze on a cool fall day: soft, refreshing, peaceful. But it doesn't stop there. Beneath that quiet surface, the practice deepens, grounding us like roots pushing into rich soil and rising like the charged air before a storm. Breath becomes both anchor and surge, weaving us into the great current of life.The practice begins with ancient names. Matthew Fox, in his teachings on Radical Prayer, pointed to a way of praying the Tetragrammaton, the four-letter Name of God, by shaping the mouth and throat as though speaking YHVH while breathing in and out. No vocal cords, no sound, only the rush of air forming sacred syllables. The Name itself becomes breath.Later, Rabbi Rami Shapiro deepened this understanding in Judaism Without Tribalism, distinguishing two ways we encounter the Divine: Yah, “I Am,” the inward presence; and Ehyeh, Being itself beyond us. Breath carries both: the inhale, “Yah,” turning us inward, centering us in selfhood; the exhale, “Ehyeh,” releasing us outward into community, creation, and relationship.Jewish tradition also speaks of two inclinations, the yetzer ha-ra (the self-directed impulse, sometimes mistranslated as “evil”) and the yetzer ha-tov (the communal or altruistic impulse, “good”). Breath, again, becomes the place of balance: the inhale honors the self's need for oxygen, life, renewal; the exhale honors the world's need for creativity and creation it's self. In this back-and-forth, the Name of God becomes the rhythm of our very existence.Layered upon these roots are Creation Spirituality's Four Paths: Positiva (awe and wonder), Negativa (letting go, emptiness), Creativa (birthing newness), Transformativa (healing and justice). Breath can move through these paths, each inhale and exhale carrying us through transformation, wonder, surrender, and creativity.What begins as simply saying the Name with breath grows quickly into a deep meditation on self and cosmos. Inhaling, we are filled, self affirmed, grounded, alive. Exhaling, we are emptied, poured out for others, surrendered into communion. It is the yesh and the ayin, fullness and emptiness.The practice reveals subtle truths: selfishness is not always evil, for inhaling is necessary to live. Selflessness is not always holy, for endless exhaling leaves us collapsed. We need both: the courage to take in life for ourselves and the generosity to release life for others. Brian put it plainly: if all we do is inhale, we faint; if all we do is exhale, we expire.There is also mystery here. Each breath can feel like the ocean becoming a drop and the drop returning to the ocean. Each cycle of fullness and emptiness is a miniature creation, a tide that carries both the particularity of the self and the vastness of the cosmos. Thich Nhat Hanh called mindfulness the greatest magic because it brings us into the only moment that exists, the present. In this practice, mindfulness and prayer merge, each breath becoming spell, prayer, offering.Breath touches everything. What I exhale becomes food for trees; what trees exhale becomes food for me. Breath connects species, people, and places into one vast circulatory system of life.Prayed in this way, breath also connects traditions. It holds the Jewish mystical sense of the Divine Name too holy to speak, yet spoken in every breath. It carries the Christian vision of the Spirit as breath or wind (ruach, pneuma), moving in and through all. It resonates with Buddhist mindfulness of breathing as doorway to presence. It sits comfortably in Druidry, which sees the breath of the wind as the breath of the world.Breath also connects the personal and the political. Our balance between inhale and exhale mirrors the balance between self and community, between individual needs and collective responsibilities. Too much inwardness leads to narcissism; too much outwardness leads to unthinking conformity. But when the two dance together, we breathe justice.The advanced practice Brian offered makes this even more explicit: inhaling as transformation, holding in awe, exhaling as surrender, holding in creativity. This rhythm trains us not only to pray but to live: taking in the world's wounds, holding them in wonder, releasing them in service, and pausing long enough to let new worlds gestate.So how do we embody this? Begin simply. Sit or lie down comfortably. Let your shoulders relax. Inhale, shaping your mouth as though saying “Yah.” Exhale, shaping your lips as though saying “Ehyeh.” Don't force sound, let the air itself be the word.Feel the rhythm: fullness and emptiness. Notice the peace, like a cool autumn breeze. Notice the grounding, like roots drinking deeply. Notice the rising energy, like the charged air before a storm. Let your awareness sharpen until you feel not just your lungs but the whole web of life breathing with you.Practice safely. Don't force breath-holds. Don't clench your throat. This is not a contest of endurance. It is prayer. Breathe naturally, gently, and if discomfort rises, release.In time, you may add the pauses. After an inhale, hold for awe. After an exhale, hold for creativity. Let the Four Paths shape your breath: becoming, beholding, surrendering, birthing. Let the cycle turn until it becomes second nature, until every breath becomes a liturgy of transformation.This is not meant to be lofty or distant. It can be morning centering, evening unwinding, or a quick re-grounding in the middle of the day. It can accompany your prayers, or it can be your prayer. What matters is that it keeps you alive to the presence of Spirit in and around you.For me, this practice begins as peace: a soft breath, like the wind through trees on a fall afternoon. That peace sinks into my bones as grounding, reminding me that life is not abstract but in this air, this body, this earth. Then, without warning, the peace turns electric, a rising surge like storm-air alive with possibility. Awareness sharpens. Connection hums. I feel the life of trees, the pulse of animals, the hush of stones, all tied together by breath.This practice reminds me that holiness is not locked in temples but carried in our lungs. Every inhale is the gift of being. Every exhale is the offering of self. Breath is the Name of the Holy One, spoken not with voice but with life.And so my prayer is simple: may we learn to notice our breath. May we let it carry us into peace, root us in life, and awaken us to the storm-charged presence of the Divine all around. May each breath we take be offering, communion, and blessing. Amen.Thanks for reading! This post is public so feel free to share it.Thank you for Tips / Donations: * https://ko-fi.com/cedorsett * https://patreon.com/cedorsett * https://cash.app/$CreationsPaths* Substack: https://www.creationspaths.com/New to The Seraphic Grove learn more For Educational Resource: https://wisdomscry.com Social Connections: * BlueSky https://bsky.app/profile/creationspaths.com * Threads https://www.threads.net/@creationspaths * Instagram https://www.instagram.com/creationspaths/#christopagan #CreationSpirituality #breathprayer #mysticism #druidry #Brigid #breathwork #contemplation #sacredpractice #prayerChapters:00:00 Introduction: The Divine Breath01:07 Host Introductions01:16 Overview of Divine Breath Practice02:08 Matthew Fox's Radical Prayer Teaching04:34 Understanding Divine Connection: Internal and External15:08 Advanced Practice: Four Paths Breathing18:15 Safety Guidelines for Breath Work20:04 Closing Thoughts and Blessing Get full access to Creation's Paths at www.creationspaths.com/subscribe

Peter Rogers is Australian but has worked in Japan since 2009. He has held roles at a Japanese 3D Printing firm, at Velo3D, and at Autodesk. Today, he consults for Japanese 3D Printing firms looking to expand overseas, as well as foreign firms that want to expand into APAC. He also gives marketing and strategic advice to companies worldwide. In this conversation, we get Peter's insight on the software market, the development of Metal Additive, the broader journey of AM, as well as doing business in Japan. He explains Japan's slow start in Additive as well as getting the sense that the country is now serious about 3D Printing and growing in the space.

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This episode offers an escape to the French countryside. Lavender fields stretch endlessly beneath the summer sky as cicadas sing and bees drift lazily from bloom to bloom. Layered within this tranquil soundscape, gentle binaural beats guide your mind toward deep rest, soft focus, and effortless calm.   This podcast is entirely independent, and your support helps keep it going. When you like, share, or leave a comment, it tells podcast platforms that people value this show, which enables it to reach a wider audience. These small actions make a big difference in helping the podcast grow.   Shop Your Sleep Guru Podcast exclusive T-shirts and baseball caps HERE, created especially for you!  

Made for the night owls, Night Owl Forest is an 8-hour sleep soundscape designed to guide you into deep relaxation and dream-filled rest. This episode blends peaceful ambient sleep music with a nighttime forest ambience. Owls call to one another in the distance while crickets sing their calming night chorus. Layered beneath it all are 6 Hz theta wave binaural beats; a frequency linked to deep relaxation, meditation, and dream activity. Together, these elements create the perfect background for sleep, stress relief, and calm late-night reflection. Perfect for: Falling asleep faster and staying asleep Enhancing relaxation, meditation, or dream clarity Reducing stress and nighttime anxiety Creating a cozy nighttime forest atmosphere

Rogan Mei is an indie folk singer-songwriter based in Barrie, Ontario. His music blends northern storytelling, raw emotion, and a deep connection to nature, shaped by his background as a wildland firefighter and smokejumper. Earlier this year, he recorded his upcoming EP Dickies Green Plaid Jacket in the house he grew up in, capturing themes …

In this episode, Joe Sanok speaks with NYT bestselling author Lawrence Armstrong about Layered Leadership and the role of creativity in effective leadership. Lawrence shares how drawing inspiration from the world around you, staying curious, and thinking in “synthesized layers” can lead to innovative strategies and solutions. He introduces the concept of “whole-brain thinking,” encouraging leaders to strengthen not only their natural abilities but also areas where they're less skilled—engaging in continuous learning to become more adaptable. Lawrence stresses the importance of creating collaborative environments where ideas can be freely shared, built upon, and refined, and advises hiring people with expertise beyond your own to strengthen the team's collective problem-solving power. For private practitioners and business owners, his key message is simple: you're already a leader—so keep learning, embrace creativity, and apply whole-brain thinking to drive growth and inspire others. The post Layered Leadership: How to lead Creatively with NYT Bestselling Author Lawrence Armstrong | POP 1246 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

Sasha Agafonov is one of the people behind Sloj, which brought exquisite pastries and new dining concept to Belgarde. We spoke about his path to Serbia, via Zanzibar, work with one of the stars of global pastry making and the upcoming peach and kajmak autumn. Notes https://www.instagram.com/sasha_cmon/ https://www.instagram.com/sloj.beograd/ https://www.instagram.com/sloy.bakery/ https://www.instagram.com/nicolas_lambert https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12172739/CUBE-SHAPED-croissant-named-Crubik-latest-croissant.html https://www.instagram.com/farmaciadelcambio/?hl=en https://thenutshelltimes.com/2018/12/29/brief-histories-of-favourite-balkan-foods/

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Coach Emeott's East Kentwood HS teams have won 8 State Titles to go with 3 State Runner-up finishes and a National Team Championship. He's a coach, event director, and author with a wealth of experience to share! If you'd like to contribute an episode of Youth & Beginner Series Powered by Coach O, we'd love to hear from you! Email clientrelations@coacho.com to learn more.

Looking for daily inspiration?  Get a quote from the top leaders in the industry in your inbox every morning.   What's the one premier event that brings the global attractions industry together? IAAPA Expo 2025, happening in Orlando, Florida, from November 17th through 21st. From breakthrough technology to world-class networking and immersive education, IAAPA Expo 2025 is where you find possible.  And, just for our audience, you'll save $10 when you register at IAAPA.org/ IAAPAExpo and use promo code EXPOAPROSTEN. Don't miss it — we won't! Every year, Matt embarks on a coaster-packed adventure known as CoasterNerdCon (CNC), and this time, the journey took him across Europe to explore some of the continent's most iconic theme parks. While the thrills were plenty, the biggest takeaways came from the unique operational practices, cultural nuances, and creative design elements that make European parks distinct. In this episode, Matt and Josh talk about Matt's CNC 2025 trip and what the U.S. attractions industry can learn from parks in the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, and beyond. Parking Efficiency and Operational Design "You pay for parking on the way out." In contrast to the standard U.S. practice of paying for parking upon arrival, European parks often collect parking fees as guests exit. This adjustment alleviates early morning bottlenecks and allows guests to flow into the parks more smoothly. Matt noted the process was surprisingly efficient, especially when paired with mobile QR code systems. Cultural Influence on Park Hours and Expectations "Europeans want to go home for dinner." Many parks Matt visited closed as early as 6 or 7 PM—a surprising shift from the late-night hours common in the United States. This practice aligns with European cultural norms around evening family dinners, emphasizing how societal values shape operational decisions, even at the cost of potential late-night revenue. Quiet Platforms and Safety through Simplicity "There were no loud spiels... just a thumbs up and you go." Matt observed that European ride platforms are notably quieter than their American counterparts. Without booming safety announcements, parks rely on body language, gestures, and rider intuition—reflecting a different approach to liability and guest trust, possibly stemming from less litigious cultures. Laughter is Universal "Smiles, laughter… it doesn't matter what language you're speaking." Whether at a German theme park or a splash pad in Chicago, Matt and Josh reflected on how joy transcends language. Laughter, excitement, and human connection provide a universal language—an important reminder for guest-facing teams everywhere. The Power of Industry Connections "You must be one of us." Matt recounted how introductions from one industry peer led to behind-the-scenes access, personal tours, and new friendships. These moments underscore the importance of professional networking within the attractions industry and the unique camaraderie shared by theme park enthusiasts. Constraints Fuel Creativity "There's no trademark on creativity." Parks like Efteling and Phantasialand thrive despite physical limitations like land usage caps or height restrictions. Instead of seeing these as barriers, they use them to drive innovation. Layered layouts, immersive theming, and integrated storytelling show how limitations can lead to imaginative breakthroughs. Authenticity vs. Theming "Is it still theming when it feels this real?" Europa Park's recreation of European countries felt so authentic that Matt questioned whether it crossed from themed design into genuine reality. Unlike caricature-style lands, these parks replicate realistic environments with subtlety and accuracy—offering immersion without overstated fantasy. Cross-Cultural Communication "Body language and gestures became our best tools." Though Matt doesn't speak German or Dutch, navigating the parks was easier than expected thanks to signage, body language, and intuitive design. The experience heightened his empathy for international visitors to U.S. parks and reinforced the value of non-verbal communication. Reawakening the Park Brain "I was using a part of my brain I hadn't used in a while." Visiting unfamiliar parks reactivated Matt's instincts as a theme park guest. Without relying on familiarity, he had to think critically and observe cues—an experience that reminded him how important way finding and signage are for first-time visitors. Doing More Than You Have To "They didn't have to do that—but they did." Matt highlighted dozens of examples where parks went beyond expectations: themed observation decks, treetop walkways, immersive queue shows, and even whimsical guardrails. These touches exemplify how small creative choices elevate the entire experience and build long-term guest loyalty. From logistics to laughter, from constraints to creativity, CNC 2025 provided Matt with profound insights into what makes theme parks in Europe not just operationally efficient but emotionally impactful. Whether it's walking a new path, connecting with a fellow professional, or reimagining what's possible within your budget, there are countless lessons to be found when you look beyond your own borders. Have you had a similar international experience or takeaway from visiting a theme park or attraction abroad? We'd love to hear your thoughts! Share your stories and insights by reaching out on social media or by emailing attractionpros@gmail.com.   To connect with AttractionPros: AttractionPros.com AttractionPros@gmail.com AttractionPros on Facebook AttractionPros on LinkedIn AttractionPros on Instagram AttractionPros on Twitter (X)

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When most people hear about energy healing techniques, they imagine one method — hands hovering, light visualisations, maybe something mystical. But effective energy healing has the distinction of being multi‑layered and far more engaging than this.In this conversation, Field Dynamics founders Christabel Armsden and Keith Parker reframe energy healing as a layered, integrative art — one that engages the breath, body, emotions, beliefs, and the subtle intelligence of the field. Whether you're new to energy work or already guiding others, this episode reveals how healing unfolds through coherence, presence, and a deep respect for the system's innate intelligence.You'll discover:Why the field is a dynamic interface for change — and how it reveals information, imbalance, or coherenceHow skilled facilitators layer awareness across physical, emotional, cognitive, and archetypal dimensionsWhy discovery, not diagnosis, lies at the heart of Field Dynamics' client-led approachThe distinction between solo, dyadic, and group fields — and why well-held group fields can offer amplified potencyHow layered energy work integrates with psychotherapy, somatics, coaching, and other healing modalitiesThis is an essential listen for those who sense that real healing is relational, multidimensional, and grounded in a refined art of presence.Enjoyed the episode? Rate & review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify or YouTube Explore your roots. Heal your lineage. Join our upcoming Mother Wound workshop on 23 August and begin transforming generational patterns from the inside out.Book your place nowNot sure where to start? Take the quiz: What's Your Mother Wound Pattern? Train in Energy Healing Step into mastery. Learn how to facilitate deep, layered healing with precision and presence. Our next EHT-100 Training begins Sept 6, 2025. LIVE & online — Discover the training

In this community-powered tasting, The Bourbon Road hosts Jim Shannon and Todd Ritter dive into five fan-voted pours—each selected by members of their Bourbon Roadies Facebook group. With a lineup that spans both heritage and experimental releases, this episode explores everything from elegant bottled-in-bond bourbons to wheat whiskeys with a modern twist. The journey begins with Old Fitzgerald 7-Year Bottled-in-Bond, a wheated bourbon that brings smooth, sweet character in a classically elegant package. Bottled at 100 proof and adorned in its signature decanter, this release blends honey bread, soft spice, and subtle floral notes into a quintessential Old Fitz profile—refined and balanced. Next up is Old Grand-Dad 7-Year Bottled-in-Bond, a high-rye, Jim Beam-distilled bruiser that still manages charm. It delivers nutty sweetness, hints of citrus, and that signature Beam peanut brittle note—plus a surprise touch of green banana. Priced under $40, it's a contender for one of the best bottled-in-bond bargains of the year. Then the pour turns dark—literally—with Old Forester Extra Extra Old, part of their 117 Series. A richer, more oak-saturated version of the beloved 1910, this double-barreled bourbon lingers longer in its second barrel, extracting deep color and complexity. Expect chocolate-dipped molasses cookies, toasted oak, and syrupy texture in this 375ml limited release. The fourth pour steps up the age and elegance with Heaven Hill Heritage Collection 12-Year Bourbon, a 100-proof statement of mature Kentucky whiskey. Layered with vanilla bean, antique oak, dried fruit, and a velvety finish, it stands as a confident reminder of why Heaven Hill remains a pillar of the bourbon world. Finally, a bonus pour closes out the show: Star Hill Farm Wheat Whiskey—a unique take from the producers of Maker's Mark. Aged in honeycomb-textured barrels and bottled at 110.6 proof, this wheater leans toward chocolate malt, sweetbread, and baking spice. It's rich, bold, and distinctively modern, showing the experimental future of wheated whiskey. Throughout the episode, Jim and Todd offer sharp tasting notes, honest reflections, and plenty of bourbon banter. Whether you're a fan of heritage brands or curious about experimental expressions, this Roadies' Choice episode delivers a five-pour journey through the evolving landscape of American whiskey. Bourbon on the Banks 2025 Smokeys Lifestyle Cigars The Hill House Bed and Breakfast  Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, “The Bourbon Roadies” for a great group of bourbon loving people. You will be welcomed with open arms!

In this episode of Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi, I sat down with the magnetic Kat Cunning—actor, musician, and boundary-breaking performer—whose journey from Broadway to Hollywood has been anything but ordinary. Kat first caught the spotlight in HBO's The Deuce, a breakout role that opened doors to collaborations with icons like Jennifer Lopez and Owen Wilson. On Broadway she was in Les Liaisons Dangereuses, alongside Janet McTeer and Liev Schreiber. Now, Kat takes on one of their most layered roles yet in Adam Finberg's Star People, portraying Claire—a character haunted by a childhood vision of a UFO during the infamous Phoenix Lights Incident. As Claire searches for answers across time and memory, Kat brings a raw vulnerability and cosmic curiosity to the screen, challenging the boundaries of identity, belief, and connection.

Send Us Your Questions & Feedback!From "Crazy Train" to Calm Sanctuary: What Ozzy Osbourne Taught Me About Windows & LifeThis ain't your usual window treatment podcast, folks. But then again, I'm not your usual window guy. This week, we're doing a deep dive into something unexpected: the passing of a legend, Ozzy Osbourne. His music—the soundtrack to my youth—revealed some profound truths about the spaces we create and the lives we live.Join me, Roger, as we peel back the layers (pun intended) on how rock anthems relate to the smooth power of motorized shades, and how a "Shot in the Dark" isn't just a haunting melody, but a reminder of the sanctuary blackout shades can create.In this episode, we'll explore:The "Crazy Train" of Transformation: How smart home automation brings instant change to your space, just like a classic riff electrifies a stadium.Finding Sanctuary in the "Shot in the Dark": The unexpected peace and protection that comes from truly dark, personal spaces.How to "Bark at the Moon" with Your Decor: Embracing bold, unapologetic design choices that make your home scream you.The Feeling of "Mama, I'm Coming Home": Crafting spaces that truly feel like a sanctuary, a place where you can finally drop your guard.The Drama of "Mr. Crowley": Layered treatments that bring theatrical elegance and refined rebellion to your windows."No More Tears": How good design can be therapy, helping us reclaim our space, release what holds us back, and find healing.It's about more than just fabric and function. It's about identity, memory, and giving your home—and your life—its own unapologetic volume. Because if Ozzy taught me anything, it's that sometimes the most profound lessons come from the loudest places.This isn't just about music or windows. It's about showing up. Living loud. And transforming your space, one powerful decision at a time.Inspiring Blog - https://www.shadesinplace.com/ozzy-osbourne-shades-home-memories/

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In just the past week, the legal battles swirling around Donald Trump have reached a new level of intensity, drawing the nation's attention back to a courthouse drama that seems never-ending. On July 23, the Supreme Court stepped in yet again—this time granting the Trump administration's emergency request for a stay in Trump v. Boyle. The decision, delivered without a full briefing or oral argument, reflected a split on the bench, with Justice Kagan writing in dissent. The outcome means the administration can press ahead with removing federal officials—part of a broader campaign by Trump's White House to reshape the executive branch and its agencies. This is happening as the judiciary weighs a surge of legal challenges, not just to Trump personally, but to the policies he's enacted since returning to office.Just before that, the Supreme Court handed down a blockbuster decision on July 9, clearing the way for President Trump to push forward with plans for dramatic reductions in the federal workforce. According to SCOTUSblog, this order lets agencies initiate what Trump described as “large-scale reductions in force”—RIFs—across government. The move came even as lower courts had temporarily blocked it, citing the risk of irreversible damage. Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson stood alone in her dissent, warning of “an apparently unprecedented and congressionally unsanctioned dismantling of the Federal Government.” Labor unions and advocacy groups vow to keep fighting the order in court, but for now, the Trump administration has the green light.Meanwhile, in New York, the repercussions of Trump's criminal conviction are still rippling outward. The New York Unified Court System's January 2025 audio and filings document the intensity of those final courtroom moments. There's an active appeals process challenging both the verdict and orders in the high-profile Manhattan case overseen by Judge Juan Merchan, as well as appeals stemming from the related Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg prosecution. Despite Trump's attempts to move proceedings to federal court and to dismiss charges on procedural grounds, those efforts have been repeatedly denied. The appeals now move forward on a consolidated docket, setting up a pivotal next chapter.On multiple fronts, Trump's team is locked in appellate battles not only over the handling of state cases but also the fallout from the civil fraud case brought by New York Attorney General Letitia James. After Justice Engoron's major summary judgment and subsequent damages order, both sides are set for a protracted fight in the Appellate Division, which could bring new revelations and risks for Trump's business empire.Layered atop all this is the stream of litigation documented by the Lawfare Litigation Tracker, which notes nearly 300 cases still winding their way through the courts—many challenging executive actions and personnel moves made in Trump's second term. Judges across the country are being asked to rule on the bounds of presidential discretion, the reach of federal courts, and the meaning of separation of powers, as the nation watches with no clear sense of when it all will settle.Thank you for tuning in and staying informed on these unprecedented court battles. Come back next week for more updates—this has been a Quiet Please production. For more, check out QuietPlease dot AI.Some great Deals https://amzn.to/49SJ3QsFor more check out http://www.quietplease.ai

Welcome to The Morning Drive – Where Firearms, Freedom, and a Little Frustration Collide. It's Lasagna Day—and while some people are stuffing their faces with freezer-burned comfort food, we're unpacking the layers of lag, lies, and lazy systems that punish you for thinking. In today's episode: We torch the false promise of “premium” service from bloated corporations Break down how DIY diagnosis turned into billing retribution Expose the mental warfare hidden in modern support systems And hand Joe the Lasagna Layer Test to cut through comfort traps This isn't dinner-table dialogue. It's defiance with crispy edges. Support the mission. Shatter the script. Reclaim your clarity. Train. Build. Reclaim. Welcome to the Rogue Nation. This isn't just another show—it's part of the comeback. The Rogue Nation is built on independence, self-reliance, and questioning everything. We don't just talk about freedom—we live it.   Hashtags: #2A #GunRights #FreedomMonth #MorningDrive #QuestionEverything #LiveFree #TRB #TRBNation #FreedomIsntSafe #SocialGunControl Locked and Loaded by: Gideon Optics – trb.fyi/go – Use code trb10 to save 10% Aegis Gun Care – trb.fyi/boomlube – Use code boomlube to save 10% Support the Mission: Shop Amazon Merch Store YouTube Channel Membership Connect with Us: The Rogue Banshee Website Instagram: @TheRogueBansheeMedia Facebook | X/Twitter: @TheRogueBanshee Host: Jason Schaller Remember to subscribe, rate, and share this episode! Credits and Disclaimers: Original Content: The Rogue Banshee / My Rogue Solutions LLC. Credit: Jason Schaller Contact: jschaller@trb.fyi Content Use & Compliance: All content by The Rogue Banshee features gear and products for informational and entertainment purposes only, following all local, state, and federal laws. Activities are performed safely and professionally in approved locations. Affiliate Disclaimer: Some links may be affiliate links. Purchases made through these links help support the channel at no extra cost to you. Safety Notice: We promote safe and responsible firearm ownership and operation in controlled, professional environments.

Welcome to The Morning Drive – Where Firearms, Freedom, and a Little Frustration Collide. It's Lasagna Day—and while some people are stuffing their faces with freezer-burned comfort food, we're unpacking the layers of lag, lies, and lazy systems that punish you for thinking. In today's episode: We torch the false promise of “premium” service from bloated corporations Break down how DIY diagnosis turned into billing retribution Expose the mental warfare hidden in modern support systems And hand Joe the Lasagna Layer Test to cut through comfort traps This isn't dinner-table dialogue. It's defiance with crispy edges. Support the mission. Shatter the script. Reclaim your clarity. Train. Build. Reclaim. Welcome to the Rogue Nation. This isn't just another show—it's part of the comeback. The Rogue Nation is built on independence, self-reliance, and questioning everything. We don't just talk about freedom—we live it.   Hashtags: #2A #GunRights #FreedomMonth #MorningDrive #QuestionEverything #LiveFree #TRB #TRBNation #FreedomIsntSafe #SocialGunControl  Locked and Loaded by: Gideon Optics – trb.fyi/go – Use code trb10 to save 10% Aegis Gun Care – trb.fyi/boomlube – Use code boomlube to save 10% Support the Mission: Shop Amazon Merch Store YouTube Channel Membership Connect with Us: The Rogue Banshee Website Instagram: @TheRogueBansheeMedia Facebook | X/Twitter: @TheRogueBanshee   Host: Jason Schaller Remember to subscribe, rate, and share this episode! Credits and Disclaimers: Original Content: The Rogue Banshee / My Rogue Solutions LLC. Credit: Jason Schaller Contact: jschaller@trb.fyi Content Use & Compliance: All content by The Rogue Banshee features gear and products for informational and entertainment purposes only, following all local, state, and federal laws. Activities are performed safely and professionally in approved locations. Affiliate Disclaimer: Some links may be affiliate links. Purchases made through these links help support the channel at no extra cost to you. Safety Notice: We promote safe and responsible firearm ownership and operation in controlled, professional environments.

Find peace and clarity in the sound of the storm with Alpha Rainfall, a soothing sleep soundscape that blends deep ambient sleep music with the immersive sound of heavy rainfall. Layered gently beneath the rain are 12 Hz alpha wave binaural beats, frequencies known to ease stress, clear the mind, and promote a state of calm, relaxed focus. Perfect for falling asleep, meditating, studying, or simply unwinding after a long day, this soundscape creates an atmosphere that feels both powerful and deeply comforting, like being safe indoors while the rain pours outside. --

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Have you ever heard of a road so haunted that even the trees seem to whisper of its cursed past? Bridge Road, a lonely stretch between North Carolina and Virginia, is a hotbed of supernatural activity; shadowy figures, phantom vehicles, cryptid creatures, and winged humanoids that defy reason. Christian recounts firsthand encounters with a towering bipedal beast, a demonic flying entity clad in colonial garb, and ghost cars that appear only to vanish within moments. Layered over a bloody history of Revolutionary War massacres, witchcraft, and rumored portals, this road might just be a fracture in reality itself. Please pray for Tony's wife, Lindsay, as she battles breast cancer. Your prayers make a difference! If you're able, consider helping the Merkel family with medical expenses by donating to Lindsay's GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/b8f76890 Become a member for ad-free listening, extra shows, and exclusive access to our social media app: theconfessionalspodcast.com/join The Confessionals Social Network App: Apple Store: https://apple.co/3UxhPrh Google Play: https://bit.ly/43mk8kZ Get your ticket for the NEW documentary premiering July 27, 2025 @ 8PM EST: "The Meadow Project" Ticket link HERE: moment.co/themeadowproject My New YouTube Channel Merkel IRL: @merkelIRL My First Sermon: Unseen Battles Sasquatch and The Missing Man: merkelfilms.com Merkel Media Apparel: merkmerch.com SPONSORS SIMPLISAFE TODAY: simplisafe.com/confessionals GHOSTBED: GhostBed.com/tony CONNECT WITH US Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: contact@theconfessionalspodcast.com MAILING ADDRESS: Merkel Media 257 N. Calderwood St., #301 Alcoa, TN 37701 SOCIAL MEDIA Subscribe to our YouTube: https://bit.ly/2TlREaI Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/theconfessionals/ Discord: https://discord.gg/KDn4D2uw7h Show Instagram: theconfessionalspodcast Tony's Instagram: tonymerkelofficial Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcas Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel Produced by: @jack_theproducer OUTRO MUSIC Joel Thomas - Imposter YouTube | Apple Music | Spotify

Dorothy Graham O'Dell lost her father, Don in 2021 after years of chronic pain and a fierce cancer fight, then became power‑of‑attorney for her grandmother, who died earlier this year. Layered grief could have sidelined her, but instead she launched the Unstoppable Overcomers show, wrote two resilience‑driven books, and founded a charity golf event that now fuels patient‑care grants.In this episode, Nick and Dorothy explore the tightrope of caregiving, the guilt of anticipatory grief, and the stubborn joy that can bloom in hospital hallways. Dorothy recounts 4 a.m. drives for pain treatments, the gratitude of hearing her dad's laugh on her wedding day, and the way dementia reshaped her bond with her grandmother.They also dig into purpose: why Veterans' mental health advocacy fuels Dorothy's work, how fundraising can keep a loved one's name alive, and why a simple podcast rating can save a stranger in the dark. Expect candor, laughter, and a cameo from Bailey's‑spiked matcha.4th ANNUAL DON GRAHAM MEMORIAL FUN CLASSIC (AUGUST 9, 2025)Text: (519) 359-4743Email: austin315@hotmail.comDOROTHY'S LINKS:UNSTOPPABLE OVERCOMERS PODCAST: https://www.youtube.com/@theunstoppablenetworkFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/dorothy.graham3INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/dorothygrahamodell/TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@unstoppableovercomerLINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dorothyann-graham-o-dell-49943026/DOROTHY'S BOOKS: THE OVERCOMER: FACING CHALLENGES WITH FAITH AND COURAGE: https://www.amazon.ca/Overcomer-Facing-Challenges-Faith-Courage/dp/B08VLQ91WM/THE OVERCOMER PLAYBOOK: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/1778081517GIVE THE SHOW A 5-STAR RATING ON APPLE PODCASTS! FOLLOW US ON APPLE OR YOUR FAVORITE PODCAST PLATFORM! BOOKMARK OUR WEBSITE: www.ourdeaddads.com FOLLOW OUR DEAD DADS ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ourdeaddadspod/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ourdeaddadspod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ourdeaddadspod Twitter / X: https://x.com/ourdeaddadspod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmmv6sdmMIys3GDBjiui3kw LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ourdeaddadspod/

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Welcome to 40 Hz City Rain, a focused and calming soundscape designed to help you study, concentrate, or unwind in peaceful solitude. This episode features the gentle rhythm of a quiet city rainstorm. Layered beneath the rainfall are 40 Hz gamma wave binaural beats, a frequency known to support heightened mental clarity, memory, and cognitive function. Whether you're diving into deep work, studying for an exam, or simply seeking a tranquil escape from distractions, this soundscape provides a serene and stimulating atmosphere. --

Hear the story of Francesca "Fran" Tortora in a multi-layered conversation with her big bro, Dan Tortora (DT)... In this episode, the duo discuss Fran going through adversity, finding out she has Type 1 Diabetes, navigating life after the diagnosis, what she took away from Stony Brook, why she chose to come to Le Moyne, family, Italian cookies, & Much More! Stay close to "WakeUpCall" on Facebook, X, & Instagram! Listen LIVE to "Wake Up Call with Dan Tortora" MON through FRI, 9-11amET on wakeupcalldt.podbean.com & on the homepage of WakeUpCallDT.com from ANY Device inside the Great Lakes Honda City Studios (7140 Henry Clay Blvd, Liverpool, NY)! You can also Watch LIVE MON through FRI, 9-11amET on youtube.com/wakeupcalldt, facebook.com/wakeupcalldt, & facebook.com/LiveNowDT. This special is Proudly Presented by: Carvel DeWitt Great Lakes Honda City The Wildcat Sports Pub Ma & Pa's Kettle Corn & Popcorn Factory Brian's Landing Servomation Refreshments, Inc. Brooklyn Pickle Pinehurst NC Le Moyne College Bryant & Stratton Syracuse Binghamton University Pizza Man Pub K-9 Kamp Dog Daycare Avicolli's Restaurant Mother's Cupboard Chick-fil-A Cicero

Samir Kaji is the Co-founder and CEO of Allocate.This conversation is a deep dive into the private markets, the evolution of venture capital as an asset class, and how there are now 10x more private investment firms than public companies.We also unpack why 90% of venture funds simply can't raise capital right now, advice for anyone raising a fund today, how to stand out as an emerging manager, why secondaries have become a primary driver of liquidity in venture, and how to navigate SPVs as a GP and LP.We also talk through the AI products they built to evaluate fund managers at Allocate, and how AI is changing venture and company building.A special thanks to Bolt and Warp for supporting this episode.Bolt: Join the world's largest hackathon - up to $1m in prizes. Sign-up here.Warp: Automates payroll, handles multi-state tax compliance, and streamlines international contractor payments, so founders can focus on building, not busywork. Try it here.Timestamps:(5:31) Evolution of the private markets(17:55) VC markets post-2020(21:09) Risk / return profiles of various fund sizes(24:04) Secondaries will drive future venture returns(33:17) Creative ways to return capital(36:27) “Curiosity Revenue” in AI(41:52) Allocate's Beyond Summit(43:42) Samir's AI fund analyzer(46:15) Fintech only 1% of financial services revenue(50:13) Triple-layered SPVs(54:50) Breaking down returns in venture(58:27) How to gauge a fund manager's access(1:00:14) Determining appropriate fund size(1:05:02) 90% of venture funds cannot raise right now(1:09:50) How to raise a fund today(1:15:37) ChatGPT roasts Banana Capital(1:19:56) Traits of the best VCs(1:22:41) Vetting grit, hustle, and obsession(1:31:12) Why using AI is table stakes(1:36:49) Value of podcastsCheck out AllocateThe Peel episode with Eric Vishria Samir's Venture Unlocked PodcastFollow SamirTwitterLinkedInFollow TurnerTwitterLinkedInSubscribe to my newsletter to get every episode + the transcript in your inbox every week.

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Immerse yourself in the tranquil power of nature with this calming sleep soundscape designed to quiet your thoughts and guide you into a deep state of rest. This episode features the ambient roar of a large, distant waterfall, gently echoing through a serene forest valley. Layered beneath this natural soundscape are 7 Hz theta wave binaural beats, known to promote deep relaxation, creativity, and dreamlike states of consciousness.

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Taylor answers listener questions and stories including witchy book recommendations, readings that make sense in retrospect, ways to support children so they stay spiritually open, ways to navigate the layered energy of these times and so much more on this week's episode of Magic Hour   #magichour #witchypodcast #intuition #spirituality   Connect with Taylor further on Instagram @angels_and_amethyst or on her website www.angelsandamethyst.com.  Follow @MagicHourPod on instagram for more Magic Hour content. If you have any questions about, intuition, spirituality, angels, or anything and everything magical, please email contact@magichourpod.com. We will answer listener questions once a month in our solo episodes Don't forget to leave us a 5 sparkling star review, they help more people find the pod and remember their magic. Please screenshot and email your 5 star reviews to contact@magichourpod.com and we will send you a free downloadable angelic meditation, and enter you to win an angel reading with Taylor Paige! The next Angel Reading giveaway will happen when we hit 222 5 star reviews on both Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Join the waitlist for a reading with Taylor here: https://angelsandamethyst.com/offerings/ Find Taylor's 3 part workshop series on Angelic Connection, Attracting a Soulmate Connection, and Healing the Witch wound here: https://angelsandamethyst.com/workshops/  Code 333 gives $33 off, plus, each student can email Taylor one question on the subject material per lesson. Join Taylor's email list at angelsandamethyst.com to know when her monthly gatherings of Earth Angel Club are open for registration. Earth angel club is a monthly meeting of like-minded and magical people across the world. EAC includes an astrological and energetic overview, a guided meditation attuned to the current zodiac season, and for the highest ticket tier, a mini email angel reading. Each EAC member also has the option to skip the waitlist and sit with Taylor sooner for a reading.   Are you an aligned business owner that would like to advertise to our beautiful community of magical people? Please email contact@magichourpod.com ****** Editing by Ashley Riley  Music by Justin Fleuriel and Mandie Cheung. For more of their music check out @goodnightsband on instagram.

This week on The Whiskey Trip, Big Chief heads to one of the most cherished stops on his whiskey journey—Leiper's Fork Distillery—a place where friendship has aged into family and the spirits are as bold as the stories behind them. He sits down with the powerhouse herself, Kendra Anderson, the head distiller whose path began behind the bar mixing cocktails and now leads the charge in the stillhouse. Her rise from mash cook to master of the barrel is a testament to grit, passion, and unshakable dedication. In the first half of the episode, Kendra and the big man pour a glass of Revenue's Reserve—a heartfelt tribute to Samuel Claybrook Locke, a Federal Revenue Officer tragically killed in 1925 in Franklin, Tennessee. This 3-barrel blend of 7- and 8-year-old Tennessee Whiskey hits with a mash bill of 70% corn, 15% rye, and 15% malted barley. Clocking in at 100 proof, it drinks like a fire-tempered blade—bold, spicy, and unforgettable. But then comes the moment that stops time. Kendra breaks out a honey cask wheated bourbon—a Leiper's Fork masterpiece with a mash bill of 70% corn, 15% wheat, and 15% malted barley. Layered with a honey bill that reads like Southern poetry—29% willow, 25% sweet clover, 14% blackberry, and 8% sumac—this bourbon sings with nostalgic notes of Honey Comb and Honey Smacks cereal, warming the soul with every sip. Leiper's Fork isn't just a distillery—it's a beacon of Southern hospitality, craftsmanship, and character. So raise your glass and buckle in—because this ride with Big Chief is one soaked in spirit, soul, and the sweet burn of tradition. This is The Whiskey Trip. Cheers, y'all.

Tish stopped following Miley Cyrus on Instagram after reports that Billy Ray and Miley are patching things up - let's dive into the Cyrus family. San Francisco ranked healthiest city in the country! Why are adults so mean? tired? Stupid? Kids want to know. Plus, Matty comes out as a Disney adult.

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