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Midjourney Fast Hours, Episode 40 After a short hiatus (blame conferences and caffeine dependency), the Rory Flynn and Drew Brucker break down Google's shiny new Flow suite — with its Veo 3 video model, sound + dialogue generation, and confusing-as-hell product naming. They talk strategy, cost, coherence, and why it still feels like Midjourney has that “magic dust” no one else can replicate.Along the way: Runway love, layering hacks, JSON secrets, interior design with arrows, and 3D dogs with job titles. It's fun. It's weird. It's chaotic. But you'll probably walk away with 3 ideas you want to try right away.Also, someone paid $125 just to tell you whether it's worth it. (You're welcome.)---Midjourney Fast Hour0:00 – When did this madness begin?2:19 – AI video is finally getting spicy3:29 – Google's Flow Suite: Veo 3, sound, and coherence5:02 – Google's confusing product soup: Flow, Gemini, Imagen, Whisk10:45 – Pricing pain: Is Veo 3 worth the $125?13:09 – Veo 2 vs Veo 3: Best value tips and tradeoffs15:08 – Prompt accuracy and physics: Is Google really listening?17:53 – Why less prompt effort = better results now19:40 – Veo 3 vs Kling vs Midjourney: Prompting philosophies20:52 – Scene builder: Longer takes and smart extension workflows22:34 – The catch: extending drops quality and loses sound24:17 – New image-to-video support + third-party images25:41 – Ingredients-based generation and persistent characters27:10 – Frame extraction: finally, a feature we all needed28:08 – Timeline editing, upscaling, and staying inside the tool29:48 – Sora vs Veo 3 vs Runway: usability and consistency31:43 – Canva, Figma, Framer: Tools are becoming monsters35:33 – Figma's new AI website builder is wild36:40 – Prompting sneaker ads and JSON-based design37:09 – Why training teams on AI is almost impossible38:07 – Hedra who? Veo 3 makes fast pivots a must39:55 – Midjourney's next move: what video could look like41:11 – Runway's underrated features and clever reference hacks44:26 – Scene sketching and layout prompting: mind blown47:25 – Interior design from mood board to layout to render49:45 – Lighting direction via floorplans = next-gen hack52:53 – Try-on tech and Chrome extensions54:22 – Style consistency with JSON + ChatGPT58:23 – Mass-generating stylized icons and dogs with jobs1:02:36 – Midjourney updates: V7.1, personalization, and video1:05:01 – What Midjourney must get right with video1:07:18 – The one-shot window to impress1:09:23 – Bring back the Midjourney magic1:11:14 – Wrap-up: chaotic times, coherent thoughts, caffeinated takes
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Sean Bourquin is the President and Founder of Full On Lighting, a premium lighting company specializing in high-performance mountain bike lights. With over two decades in the lighting industry, he previously founded First Light Technologies, a solar-powered outdoor lighting firm that became one of Canada's fastest-growing companies. Full On Lighting blends Sean's technical engineering expertise with his passion for cycling, while XLYNX Materials, another of his ventures, focuses on pioneering molecular bonding solutions for industrial applications. In this episode… Many entrepreneurs face a moment when their secure, stable job no longer aligns with their deeper passions or curiosity. What happens when someone dares to leave that behind to pursue a vision no one else believes in? Sean Bourquin, a Canadian entrepreneur and engineer, shares how he transitioned from a shipyard apprentice to a leader in solar-powered lighting. When his ideas were dismissed by corporate leadership, Sean leaped to build his own company, innovating in solar lighting through smart, efficient designs and bold engineering. Focusing on municipalities and refining the sales approach through direct outreach and feedback, he scaled First Light Technologies into one of Canada's fastest-growing companies. He shares how identifying municipalities as his core customer base, designing adaptive lighting systems that required no external configuration, and staying agile in sales execution were key to long-term growth. Tune in to this episode of the Smart Business Revolution Podcast as John Corcoran interviews Sean Bourquin, President and Founder of Full On Lighting, about starting, growing, and ultimately moving on from a wildly successful solar lighting business. Sean discusses his engineering-led sales strategy, the founding of Full On Lighting, and lessons from navigating founder conflict, legal battles, and reinvention.
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Welcome back to The Spiritual Cupcake Podcast! In today's cozy solo chat, Candace shares the sweet, soulful wisdom our dogs (and even cats!) offer us when we're paying attention. From the joy of a simple walk to the magic of igniting our senses, this episode is a gentle reminder to embrace presence, light up for those we love, and find peace in the quiet seasons of life.
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In this heartfelt episode, join us as we sit down with Luis Montoya, a passionate advocate for healing and self-love. Luis shares his inspiring journey of how he's dedicated his life to uplifting others, healing trauma, and creating meaningful connections with ourselves and those around us. We delve into the importance of being a light worker in today's world, the impact of love and compassion, and how these principles show up in his daily life. Whether you're seeking inspiration or looking to deepen your relationship with yourself and others, this conversation is sure to ignite a spark within you.
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New York Times Bestselling author Brad Meltzer joins the show to talk about his Sesame Street home in Brooklyn and the several influential kitchens that followed. He tells Michele about his mom's gift for interior design, visits to his future father-in-law's restaurant as a teenager and a propensity for the men in his family to get struck by lightning - literally. Plus he shares the fried conch recipe from the famous Miami restaurant and Civil Rights landmark, Jumbo's! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode, we're talking about how to bring your wedding design to life with lighting: the necessities, as well as the fun upgrades that elevate your design!Safety lighting (2:12)Uplighting (7:10)Pin-spotting (8:16)Dance floor lighting (9:41)Pendants & chandeliers (11:16)Bistro and string lights (12:21)Lighting, structures, and draping (13:35) Tyler Speier Events WebsiteInstagramPinterestYoutubeTikTokFacebook
Wetamoo is often unknown to most people in American history, probably because she was around just after the far more famous Pocahontas. Weetamoo grew up knowing she would lead her tribe, but English settlers were making the world a much more dangerous place, bringing sickness and war, causing her to go head to head with them at the head of an army. come and learn about the most famous warrior and leader you probably haven't heard of!This podcast is sponsored by Common Era Jewelry. Use code AYDEN for 15% off your entire purchase. BibliographyBalasa, Josh. “Life Story: Weetamoo (ca. 1635-40 – ca. 1676).” Women & the American Story, October 17, 2018. https://wams.nyhistory.org/early-encounters/english-colonies/weetamoo/.Contributors to Wikimedia projects. “Corbitant.” Wikipedia, April 10, 2024. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Corbitant.———. “Wampanoag.” Wikipedia, February 5, 2025. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wampanoag#Culture.———. “Wampanoag.” Wikipedia, February 5, 2025. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wampanoag#Culture.———. “Wamsutta.” Wikipedia, April 2, 2025. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wamsutta.———. “Weetamoo.” Wikipedia, March 20, 2025. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Weetamoo.“HERStory.” Accessed April 4, 2025. ht ps://malegislature.gov/StateHouse/HERStory.Mark, Joshua J. “Weetamoo.” World History Encyclopedia. Accessed April 4, 2025. https://www.worldhistory.org/Weetamoo/.Native Americans. “Weetamoo - Native-Americans.Org,” August 30, 2018. https://www.native-americans.org/weetamoo/.Silveira, Nathan. “Weetamoo - Lighting the Way, Historic Women of the SouthCoast.” Lighting the Way, Historic Women of the SouthCoast - Profiles of Women of the SouthCoast, March 28, 2024. https://historicwomensouthcoast.org/weetamoo/.
Struggling to grow basil microgreens? In this video, I'll show you how to master basil microgreens from seed to harvest using the exact methods I've perfected over a decade of running one of Canada's largest microgreens farms. Discover pro tips for faster growth, vibrant color, aromatic flavor, and how to avoid common mistakes that ruin crops. Whether you're growing as a hobby or building a profitable microgreens business, this guide will give you everything you need to grow perfect basil every single time. FREE RESOURCES:
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The podcast features Elizabeth Chamberlain, Director of Sustainability at iFixit, discussing the Right to Repair movement and its impact on the lighting industry. Traditionally, lighting was designed with standardized, replaceable components, ensuring easy repairs. However, modern LED fixtures often have non-repairable parts, leading to more electronic waste. Liz explains iFixit's mission to provide free repair guides and advocate for laws requiring manufacturers to support independent repairs. Michael and Greg argue that lighting should return to its repairable roots, emphasizing sustainability and waste reduction. Liz Chamberlain is Director of Sustainability at iFixit, where you can find everything you need to fix consumer gadgets (and more). She heads the company's fight for the Right to Repair, which is the idea that you should be able to fix everything you own and manufacturers shouldn't be able to stop you. Her writing about repair and e-waste has been published in The Wall Street Journal and Wired, and she's been interviewed for NPR and Vox. Connect with Liz: www.ifixit.com www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-chamberlain-4a96264a/ X: liz_ifixit facebook.com/iFixit instagram.com/ifixit Sponsor: Griplock Systems griplocksystems.com
This month's guests:Robert Massey, of the Royal Astronomical Society.Phyllis Gricus, Principal of Landscape Design Studio, LLC.Michael Calhoun, Conservationist and Advocate.Bill's News Picks:Las Vegas sphere owners reportedly want to build "mini spheres" in other cities, Megan Townsend, MixMag. Blue Light Influences Negative Thoughts of Self, Sleep. Swarms of satellites are harming astronomy. Here's how researchers are fighting back, Alexandra Witze, Nature. ‘Space Advertising' Could Outshine the Stars—Unless It's Banned First, Sharmila Kuthunur, Scientific American. Personal 24-hour light exposure pattern with obesity and adiposity-related parameters in school-aged children: a cross-sectional study based on compositional data analysis, Environmental Research. Subscribe:Apple PodcastSpotifyYoutubeTag Us and Share with a Friend:InstagramLinkedInTikTokFacebookConnect:Bill@LightPollutionNews.comJoin our Mailing ListSend Feedback Text to the Show!Support the showA hearty thank you to all of our paid supporters out there. You make this show possible. For only the cost of one coffee each month you can help us to continue to grow. That's $3 a month. If you like what we're doing, if you think this adds value in any way, why not say thank you by becoming a supporter! Why Support Light Pollution News? Receive quarterly invite to join as live audience member for recordings with special Q&A session post recording with guests. Receive all of the news for that month via a special Supporter monthly mailer. Satisfaction that your support helps further critical discourse on this topic. About Light Pollution News: The path to sustainable starry night solutions begin with being a more informed you. Light Pollution, once thought to be solely detrimental to astronomers, has proven to be an impactful issue across many disciplines of society including ecology, crime, technology, health, and much more! But not all is lost! There are simple solutions that provide for big impacts. Each month, Bill McGeeney, is joined by upwards of three guests to help you grow your awareness and understanding of both the challenges and the road to recovering our disappearing nighttime ecosystem.
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In this episode of the RepcoLite Home Improvement Show, sponsored by Benjamin Moore, Dan explores the common dilemma of choosing the wrong paint color for a room. Key tips include sampling paint, trusting your gut feeling, and understanding the impact of lighting and surroundings on color perception. If you do end up with a color you dislike, he provides six essential questions to consider before making any hasty decisions. The episode concludes with advice on potentially tweaking the current color and repurposing the paint for other areas, emphasizing patience and a positive mindset through the repainting process.00:00 Introduction and Morning Greetings00:23 Bathroom Books: A Library Story04:35 The Dilemma of Choosing the Right Paint Color06:08 Tips for Avoiding the Wrong Paint Color10:34 Trusting Your Gut on Paint Colors12:07 Dealing with the Wrong Paint Color14:36 Questions to Ask Before Repainting17:37 The Impact of Lighting on Paint Colors19:17 Adjusting to Change in Paint Colors20:35 Understanding the Fear of Change21:53 Overcoming the Fear of Change23:22 Is It the Wrong Color or the Wrong Room?27:23 Reevaluating Your Vision33:27 What to Do When You've Chosen the Wrong Color37:12 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
Brandon Lang - Lang Lighting and Decor On a Knowing What People Want: "And people like quick. They want their stuff done yesterday." The evolution of how a business came to be and grow is always interesting. With Brandon Lang, of Lang's Lighting and Decor, he started making elaborate haunted houses for the neighborhood and now runs a successful lighting and decor business. Brandon shares how an epic backyard haunted house for Halloween—built with his brother Dustin, a pile of recycled cardboard, and a garage full of ambition—sparked their passion for decorating and community connection. After their mega-popular haunted house was shut down for safety reasons, the brothers channeled their creative energy into a new business: helping families transform their homes with professional-grade Christmas and landscape lighting. Listen as Brandon pulls back the curtain on launching their company out of their dad's garage, facing the countless challenges of growth (from tangled bins of holiday lights to wrangling their first employees), and figuring out how to scale quality work without losing the personal touch. If you've ever wondered what goes into making neighborhoods dazzle during the holidays—or dreamed of turning your favorite hobby into a full-time pursuit—this episode will leave you inspired, entertained, and maybe ready to up your own lighting game. Enjoy! Visit Brandon at: https://langlightingllc.com/ Podcast Overview: 00:00 Neighborhood Halloween Maze Tradition 05:48 "Haunted House Dream Deferred" 08:00 Haunted House Revival Idea 09:24 Classy Holiday Light Installation 14:25 Festive Neighborhood Light Rivalry 16:00 "Lang Lighting's Commercial Expansion" 20:10 Seasonal Income Solutions Pursuit 23:46 Investing in Quick Product Turnaround 27:54 Streamlining Quoting Efficiency 30:25 Hiring Decision: Seasonal Part-Timer 33:59 Dad Joins Family Business 35:30 Hiring Struggles and Decisions 40:46 Business Growth Through Networking 41:29 "Embrace Strengths and Delegate" 46:50 Training Challenges for New Employees 50:39 Lighting Services Podcast Transcription: Brandon Lang [00:00:00]: Yeah. I think the what's great about the work that we do is like we get to see almost instant gratification. You put lights on the house, you turn it on and boom. James [00:00:11]: You have found Authentic Business Adventures, the business program that brings you the struggle stories and triumph and successes of business owners across the land. Downloadable audio episodes can be found On the podcast link found at drawincustomers.com. We are underwritten by the Bank of Sun Prairie, and today, we're welcoming slash preparing to learn from Brandon Lang of Lang Lighting and Decor. So Brandon, how is it going today? Brandon Lang [00:00:37]: Today is going good. Weather's weather's nice. James [00:00:40]: It's a good day for lighting and decor. Brandon Lang [00:00:42]: Yeah. It's always a good day for lighting and decor. James [00:00:44]: Nice. Tell us really quick. How long has Lang Lighting been around? Brandon Lang [00:00:48]: So, we established the company in 2018. Okay. And, it was just me and my brother starting off as a hobby and today, we have three full time employees, two part time and then Dustin and I. James [00:01:04]: Nice. So. How do you get into the lighting business? Brandon Lang [00:01:08]: Wow. James [00:01:09]: I didn't mean to be that extreme but Brandon Lang [00:01:12]: Where to begin? Alright, so, Dustin and I, we started off essentially decorating for the holidays. That was kind of, where the love and the passion came from. James [00:01:24]: Your own houses? Brandon Lang [00:01:25]: Yeah. So, just growing up, dad's house, mom's house, we just had this love of like, most of the time parents would handle the indoor stuff and we were like we're On to just tackle the outdoor stuff. Like Lang Christmas lights, you know,
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We live in an era where young people are expected to have it all together — success, style, and a perfectly filtered life. But behind the aesthetic, many are silently battling overwhelming anxiety. In this powerful episode, Rachel sits down with Gen Z author and mental health advocate Carrie Berk, whose new book Mindfire dives deep into what it means to come of age in a world that demands perfection while offering very little compassion.Carrie opens up about her own experience with anxiety, the pressure of social media, and the importance of redefining strength as vulnerability — not stoicism. Together, they unpack how the wellness industry sometimes misses the mark, why performative self-care can do more harm than good, and how young people can find real tools for healing.In this episode, you'll learn: • Why anxiety is hitting Gen Z harder than any generation before • How Carrie turned her personal struggles into a mission to help others • The difference between real mental health advocacy and social media fluff • What adults often get wrong when trying to support anxious teens • Why Mindfire is more than a book — it's a movementGuest Info:Follow Carrie Berk on Instagram @carrieberkk (https://www.instagram.com/carrieberkk)Grab her book Mindfire wherever books are soldDon't forget to subscribe, rate, and share Miss Understood with Rachel Uchitel — because the stories we misjudge are often the ones we most need to hear.VISIT OUR AMAZING SPONSOR!--- --- —HOLISTIC GODDESSNew Castor Oil Line: https://holisticgoddess.com/collections/the-essentials-castor-oil-collectionHolistic Goddess is a sanctuary for those seeking holistic health solutions. Visit https://holisticgoddess.com/understood and use the code 'Understood' for 15% off site-wide, no limit of use, and applies to subscriptions and one-time purchases.--- --- —Shop Miss Understood Merch https://mumerch.com/Follow Rachel on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/racheluchitelnyc/?hl=enFollow Rachel on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@itsracheluchitelExecutive Producer: George Carmona Do you have show ideas or media requests? Email the show at: ru@missumedia.comListen on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.
Lorraine Heywood, CEO and founder of Augustine Talent Group, explores how faith, leadership, and community come together to create lasting impact. Lorraine shares her journey from growing up in a dynamic, achievement-driven family to launching a successful career in recruiting-and how her love for people and her faith have shaped every step. Discover how Lorraine's involvement with The Rooted Sisters and her bold move to launch the Houston chapter are empowering women to bring light into their workplaces and communities. With heartfelt stories and practical wisdom, this episode is a celebration of sisterhood, service, and the “something extra” that makes leaders truly shine.Guest Links:Lorraine's LinkedInAugustine Talent GroupCredits: Host: Lisa NicholsExecutive Producer: Jenny HealMarketing Support: Landon Burke and Joe SzynkowskiPodcast Engineer: Portside Media
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In today's message, Pastor Jack emphasizes the power of faith and the importance of aligning our desires with God's promises. He reminds us that faith is the substance of things hoped for, and it requires us to speak and believe boldly, even when circumstances seem discouraging. Pastor Jack shares personal stories and biblical examples, like Lazarus and the three Hebrew men, to illustrate how God works through our faith and how the enemy often intensifies challenges to test our resolve. He encourages us to guard our desires by avoiding complaints and to persist in faith, pushing back doubt and fear aggressively. The message concludes with a call to trust in the transformative power of the Gospel, celebrating testimonies of healing and deliverance as proof of God's ongoing work in our lives. Together, we are reminded to stand firm, renew our minds, and believe for breakthroughs in every area of our lives.Tune in now!Join us for service every Sunday at 9 and 11am (PST) and Wednesday at 7pm (PST)If you received Christ through this message, text JESUS to (253) 859-0832We would love to hear how God is touching your life through this ministry! Tell us your story in the comments!If you would like to partner with us financially, online giving is available through PushPay:https://theriver.church/give/Looking to connect with us? Follow us on social media and download our app to stay connected and encouraged throughout your week!http://www.theriver.churchhttp://www.facebook.com/riveroflifekenthttp://www.twitter.com/riveroflifekenthttp://www.instagram.com/riveroflifekenthttp://www.theriver.church/app#RiverFam#KentWA#SeattleWA
Episode #108 of Daffy's Round Table. On this episode im joined by Tom of Tomaskas Animal Husbandry and Lighting Consultancy & Education for a fascinating conversation on how he learned everything he knows about reptile lighting, how he became the authority on Giraffe lighting around the world, how he started Tomaskas and how we can do better for our pet reptiles when it comes to lighting. We then discuss the brand new Exo Terra T5 High Output UVB that Tom helped design!! There is so much to learn from this episode and i think you're all going to enjoy it so make sure you stick around till the end. Huge thank you to Exo Terra for sponsoring this podcast and making this episode possible. Exo Terra Makes Quality Products For Our Pet Reptiles To Make Them Feel At Home! Follow Tomaskas on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetomaskasSubscribe to Tomaskas on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/ @tomaskasltd Check out Tomaskas's website: https://tomaskas.co.uk/Join the Reptile lighting Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/384134861721116If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe to Daffy's Round Table on whatever streaming platform you use! Support the podcast, buy merch! https://daffys-reptiles-shop.fourthwa...Follow Daffy: Instagram: @DaffysreptilesTwitter: @DaffysreptilesFacebook: Facebook.com/DaffysreptilesTiktok: @DaffysreptilesBusiness: daffysreptiles@gmail.com
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There is a widely-accepted, time-honored custom to light candle in memory of a loved one, or of a Sadik, during the Shiba mourning period, and each year on the Yahrtzeit. Although this practice is not mentioned explicitly anywhere in the Talmud, it might be alluded to in two places. First, the Gemara relates that before Rebbi (Rabbi Yehuda Ha'nasi) passed away, he gave his sons a number of instructions, one of which was that there should be a candle lit by his place. Rashi explains that Rebbi's soul returned to his home every Friday night to be with his wife, ad so he asked that there would be a candle lit by his place in honor of Shabbat. But the Yabetz (Rav Yaakob Emden, Germany, 1697-1776) suggests that this might be a basis for the custom to light a candle in honor of one's deceased parent, as Rebbi's instruction could be understood to mean that he wanted his children to light a candle in his honor. Another possible source is the Gemara's discussion in Masechet Berachot (53) of the Beracha "Boreh Me'oreh Ha'esh" recited over a flame on Mosa'eh Shabbat. The Gemara states that this Beracha may be recited only over a candle that was lit for illumination purposes, as opposed to "Ner Shel Metim" – "the candle of the deceased" – which is lit in honor of the deceased, and not for illumination. This would certainly indicate that there was a practice to light candles in honor of the deceased. However, this might refer only to candles lit around the deceased before burial, as opposed to our practice to light candles during Shiba and on the Yahrtzeit. In the writings of the Rishonim, we find mention of this concept in the Kolbo (by Rav Yehonatan of Lunel, Provence, late 13th-early 14th century), in the section discussing the laws of Yom Kippur. He writes that it is customary to light candles on Ereb Yom Kippur in memory of one's deceased parents. This custom is brought by the Rama (Rav Moshe Isserles, Cracow, 1530-1572) in his glosses to the Shulhan Aruch. The Mishna Berura (Rav Yisrael Meir Kagan of Radin, 1839-1933) writes that even the deceased are, in a sense, judged on Yom Kippur, and so we light candles in their memory as a source of merit for them. What's the explanation of this practice? How does lighting a candle benefit the soul of the deceased? One explanation is that lighting a candle in itself brings no benefit to the deceased, but when candles are lit in the synagogue, this fulfills a Misva which brings merit to the deceased's soul. Generations ago, candles were needed for illumination, and so lighting candles in the synagogue was a very important Misva. Indeed, it was customary years ago for people to donate oil for the lights in the synagogue in merit of a deceased parent. More generally, lighting candles enhances the atmosphere of the synagogue, and this, too, constitutes a Misva which brings merit to the deceased. (Interestingly, one contemporary work suggested that it would be appropriate to donate towards the synagogue's electric bill as a merit for the deceased, just as years ago people would donate oil for the lights.) According to this explanation, the value of lighting candles is only when it is done for a Misva, meaning, when the candles are lit in the synagogue. However, the Ben Ish Hai (Rav Yosef Haim of Baghdad, 1833-1909), in his Torah Li'shmah, writes that the lighting itself brings comfort and joy to the soul of the deceased. He explains that a soul is like a candle, and similar entities are attracted to one another. Therefore, when a candle is lit at a place where the soul is present, the soul experiences some degree of enjoyment. However, the Ben Ish Hai emphasizes that this is relevant only in the place where the soul is present – namely, in the deceased's home during the Shiba period, or at the grave. According to the Ben Ish Hai, then, there is no purpose to light a candle in memory of the deceased in his or her home after the Shiba, or even during the Shiba if the mourning is observed somewhere other than the deceased's home. Regardless, the Poskim accorded great importance to this custom. It is mentioned in the major works on mourning (Gesher Ha'haim, Ma'abar Yabok). In fact, the Mishna Berura (261) writes that during the period of Ben Ha'shemashot after sundown on Friday afternoon, when it is permissible to ask a gentile to perform a Melacha (forbidden activity) on one's behalf when there is a great need, one may ask a gentile to light a Yahrtzeit candle. Meaning, if one forgot the light the candle before Shabbat, he may ask a non-Jew to do so during the period of Ben Ha'shemashot, because this is considered a matter of great need. Likewise, Hacham Bension Abba Shaul (Israel, 1924-1998) writes that if one has Yahrtzeit on Yom Tob and forgot to light the candle before Yom Tob, he may light it on Yom Tob (from a preexisting flame). This is considered a significant enough need to permit lighting a candle on Yom Tob. When lighting the candle, the Ben Ish Hai writes, it is proper to declare that the candle is being lit for the "Menuhat Nefesh" ("rest of the soul") or "Iluy Nefesh" ("elevation of the soul") of the deceased, mentioning the deceased's name. It is also proper to give some charity at the time the candle is lit. Some opinions say it is preferable to use oil for this candle, because the word "Shemen" ("oil") has the letters of "Neshama," whereas others say wax should be used, because the letters of the word "Sha'ava" ("wax") represent the verse, "Hakisu Ve'ranenu Shocheneh Afar" – "Awaken and rejoice, those who lie in the earth," the verse which speaks of the resurrection of the dead in the future. Summary: There is a time-honored custom to light a candle in memory of a deceased loved one during the Shiba mourning period, and on the Yahrtzeit. According to one view, the candles are lit in the synagogue as a merit for the deceased, whereas others explain that a candle lit in a place where the deceased's soul is present brings joy and comfort to the soul. Therefore, according to many opinions, the candles should be lit only in the deceased's home during Shiba, at the grave, or in the synagogue.
Hey Guys, In this episode, (part 2 of 2 in Vegas) we cover: The Lighting at treasure Island, talking shit via text, the vegas shooting, DJ's weird dreams, Blink twice, being mad, Ivy's call, Hailey Joel Osmend, Skiing across the parking lot, coachella in january, Vegas and palm springs in the summer, high season, Slot machines, going out on the holidays - Tuesday, kellys dad's road trip and getting the ice.
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A 12-year-old boy who deliberately lit a house fire, in which a woman died, has been told his actions destroyed many lives, including his own. In the High Court at Palmerston North on Tuesday the boy, who is now 17, was sentenced for the woman's manslaughter. Reporter Jimmy Ellingham spoke to Lisa Owen.
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Ep 48: Wellness Rooms 101: Easy Ways to Create Peace, Health + Longevity at HomeLet's be honest—if you're feeling off lately (low energy, weight gain, brain fog, hormone chaos), you're not alone. And if you're anything like me, you just want simple ways to feel better, slow aging, and actually enjoy your life, without having to move to Bali or spend six hours a day meditating. That's where intentional wellness spaces come in. In this episode of Homes That Heal, I'm walking you through how I created a home wellness sanctuary that helps me detox, restore, and thrive—right under my own roof.This is the final episode in our 8-week home wellness series, and I'm going deep, sharing the behind-the-scenes story of how I went from losing my brick-and-mortar wellness business to building a healing environment in my own home that honestly feels better than most spas. (There's even a cold plunge. Some mornings it's a hard sell, but worth it.)I'll tell you:[7:05] How I carved out peaceful, tech-free zones for meditation, movement, and full-body recharge[9:25] Why lighting, layout, and little decor details matter way more than you think[11:30] What wellness tools I use daily—like my infrared sauna, red light tower, PEMF chair, and brain-tapping headset[14:15] And how to visualize (and start building) your own version of a high-vibe wellness space—no matter your square footageI'll even guide you through a quick visualization exercise to help you dream up your own space. Because the truth is, you don't need to “get away” to heal—you just need to create a home that helps you heal.
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In this episode, I dig into a question that's always lurking in the back of a portrait photographer's mind – what really makes light flattering? It's a term we all use, but what does it actually mean? Is it just about soft shadows and low contrast, or is it more about the connection between the subject and the photographer? I talk through this while reflecting on a busy week – from a stunning wedding at Head Saw House to a corporate shoot for Barclays, and a spontaneous portrait session that reminded me why I love this job. I also share some thoughts on the updated Mastering Portrait Photography book, which hits shelves in September, complete with fresh images and a whole new chapter on AI post-production. If you've ever wondered what makes a light truly flattering – and why it's about more than just the gear – this episode is for you. And as always, wherever you are and whatever you're doing, be kind to yourself. Cheers P. If you enjoy this podcast, please head over to Mastering Portrait Photography, for more articles and videos about this beautiful industry. You can also read a full transcript of this episode. PLEASE also subscribe and leave us a review - we'd love to hear what you think! If there are any topics, you would like to hear, have questions we could answer or would like to come and be interviewed on the podcast, please contact me at paul@paulwilkinsonphotography.co.uk. Transcript Well, as I sit here in the studio, the sun is shining in through the windows and it's been a beautiful, beautiful week. I started it with a trip down to Devon with the in-laws. One great thing about being married to Sarah, whose family are from Plymouth, there are many great things about being married to Sarah. But one of the ones, in terms of geography, at least, is her family still lived down in Plymouth, in Devon, by the sea. So it was absolutely glorious to spend a couple of days down there walking the dog, drinking a beer, enjoying the sunshine, and the sun is still shining here right now. And on that happy note, I'm Paul. I'm very much looking forward to a barbecue, and this is the Mastering Portrait
The Company appeases the spirits of Storm's End and moves in. Scouts uncover an opportunity for a daring raid. Learn more about Runequest here. Our Discord is now public! Come hang out and chat games, nerd stuff, and more! In case you haven't heard, our Redbubble has incredible RuneQuest art by Katrin Dirim available as shirts, stickers, pillows, and more, so check out all our new DMs After Dark merch!! If you enjoy our streams, podcasts (plural! have you checked out the Rene Plays Games podcast?), or just our general nerdiness, please consider giving us a 5-star rating on your podcast app of choice! Like, follow, and subscribe to our Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram so you can comment & chat with us about all things RPGs. And, as always, come hang out and catch our live streams on our Twitch or catch up on our YouTube. Music in the Episode: Solstice A by Monument Studios DMs After Dark Theme by Dan Pomfret (@danfrombothbands)
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#561 John Kenny is a dedicated photographer based in rural England who shares his journey from picking up a camera for a family trip to building a portrait and headshot business. The conversation highlights John's transition from landscape to portrait and headshot photography, underlining the importance of hands-on learning, continual practice, and client communication. KEY TOPICS COVEREDGetting Started and Early Learning - John's experiences underscore the importance of learning manual settings, understanding light, and learning from mistakes rather than relying solely on equipment.Building a Photography Business - The pivot from landscapes to portraits taught John that technical skill must be paired with people skills, client feedback, and creative planning for portrait success.Community and Growth - Engaging with photography communities, drawing inspiration from other creatives, and pursuing personal projects help accelerate development and confidence.IMPORTANT DEFINITIONS & CONCEPTSManual Mode: Complete control over camera settings for creative results.Previsualization: Planning an image before capturing it, crucial for impactful photos.DISCUSSION & REFLECTION QUESTIONSHow did your photography motivations change with experience?What role has community played in your learning?Which personal project would challenge you most?RESOURCES:Visit John Kenny's Website - https://www.johnkennyphotography.com/Follow John Kenny on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnkenny_photography/The Great British Photography Challenge (BBC) - https://tv.apple.com/us/show/the-great-british-photography-challenge/Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com Download your free copy of46 Creative Photo Ideas to Get You Out of a Rutat https://creativeimageideas.com/Connect with Raymond! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Get your Photo Questions Answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!
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We often say that the road to a successful opera career can be a winding one—and we've got the receipts to prove it! Join Key Change co-hosts Anna Garcia and Olga Perez Flora as they discuss career trajectories, academic journeys, and artistic life with two legendary performers and educators: Kristin Ditlow, Associate Professor of Vocal Coaching and Opera Conductor at the University Of New Mexico, and James Flora*, acclaimed American tenor and Lecturer in Voice and Opera, also at UNM. Our conversation sets the stage for an exciting collaboration between Santa Fe Opera and UNM. “The position that I have (at UNM) has evolved with me,” says Kristin, who has worked around the world as a conductor and a pianist. “That's a testament to a healthy place that's willing to grow along with its faculty and allow them to grow in a position.” It's also a verdant artistic environment where raw talent is refined, and practice leads to proficiency. Jamie hopes that the next generation of opera professionals will bring the art form's epic storytelling and staging to a broader audience. “I'd love for opera to step away a little bit from exclusivity,” he says, reflecting on how the perceived cliquishness couldn't be farther from the true experience of a live opera. “A lot of people who grew up in small towns like I did didn't understand the opera was for them,” he says, adding, “Opera's for everyone!” *That surname is no coincidence. Jamie also holds the title of spouse to our very own Olga. KEY CHANGE RECOMMENDED PLAYLISTS Catch up on the full story of Hometown To The World: Season 1, Ep 6: Hometown to the World: Discovering Postville Season 2, Ep 9: America Is Impossible Without Us Season 3, Ep 3: Responding to the World Season 3, Ep 8: Bridging Communities with Carmen Flórez-Mansi Season 4, Ep 1: This Doesn't Happen Without Audience; The Hometown to the World Premiere Season 4, Ep 2: Influence and Inclusion: The Impact of Hometown to the World with Youth Chorus Season 4, Ep 8: Hometown to the World Debuts on Broadway Hear the evolution of This Little Light of Mine: Season 2, Ep 7: Mother of a Movement: This Little Light of Mine BONUS: Is This America? Season 3, Ep 4: Singing A Call to Action: Is This America? Season 3, Ep 5: Making a Choice With Conviction: A conversation with Jeri Lynne Johnson Season 3, Ep 6: Building a Better Society with Florida International University Music Students Season 3, Ep 7: Lighting a Fire: The Legacy of Fannie Lou Hamer Season 4, Ep 6: A Day in the Life Before a World Premiere Season 4, Ep 7: Telling Hard Truths FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE Kristin Ditlow James Flora MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE IMSLP - Petrucci Music Library for scores in public domain Apprentice Program for Singers | Santa Fe Opera Cold Mountain | Santa Fe Opera The (R)evolution of Steve Jobs | Santa Fe Opera Hometown to the World | Santa Fe Opera This Little Light Of Mine | Santa Fe Opera Der Rosenkavalier | Santa Fe Opera The Turn Of The Screw | Santa Fe Opera Die Walküre | Santa Fe Opera La bohème | Santa Fe Opera Rigoletto | Santa Fe Opera A Midsummer Night's Dream | Santa Fe Opera Little Women | UNM Opera Oberlin Conservatory of Music Westminster Choir College Boston Symphony Opera BSO | Tanglewood San Francisco Opera | Merola Opera Program Arizona Opera The Glimmerglass Festival Pittsburgh Opera Central City Opera Kentucky Opera Metropolitan Opera This is Spinal Tap New Jersey Opera Theater Opera Steamboat The Three Feathers Benjamin Britten Star Wars Psycho Opera Company of Middlebury *** Key Change is a production of The Santa Fe Opera, Department of Community Engagement & Education. Share your favorite opera moments and questions with Community Engagement: agarcia@santafeopera.org Produced and edited by Andrea Klunder at The Creative Impostor Studios Hosted by Anna Garcia & Olga Perez Flora Audio Engineering: Collin Ungerleider & Kabby at Kabby Sound Studios in Santa Fe Technical Director: Edwin R. Ruiz Production Support from Alex Riegler Show Notes by Lisa Widder Theme music by Rene Orth with Corrie Stallings, mezzo-soprano, and Joe Becktell, cello Cover art by Dylan Crouch This podcast is made possible due to the generous support of the Hankins Foundation, Principal Education Sponsor of the Santa Fe Opera. To learn more, visit SantaFeOpera.org/KeyChange.
In this episode, I'm sharing something a little different—and a lot of fun: my current joy list. These are the everyday things, routines, habits, and moments that are bringing me light, peace, and energy in this season. Whether you're in a busy season, needing a reset, or just curious about what's bringing other women joy lately, this episode is full of simple ideas you can steal, tweak, or make your own. My hope is that it inspires you to slow down for a second, look around, and start noticing the things that are already bringing you energy and ease. Because joy isn't always found in big milestones—it's often hiding in your everyday rhythms. This episode is meant to feel like a cozy chat with a friend—because sometimes, it's the little things that bring the biggest joy. Here are the referenced resources from this episode: Schedule A Clarity Call Monthly Momentum Printable Join My Email List for the Link to All Things Mentioned Join Dream It, Do It Wellness Thank you for listening to this episode! Please take a screenshot and share your biggest takeaway on your Instagram stories and tag me @molly.asplin so that I can shout you out! Until next time, Molly Asplin
Things are changing. Can you feel it? I can. The mood in the design, architecture, built space is changing in response to external factors. Those external factors are being felt in numerous ways. I'll give you an example and we don't about this much, not nearly enough. Hardening of the enclosure in architecture is leading to new ways architects are approaching the exterior envelope of projects to address the threats brought on by climate change. Remember ‘global warming'? That was a misnomer, it's climate change. Design has and in large part is still focused on aesthetic, but that too is changing. Are you changing with it? Designer Resources Pacific Sales Kitchen and Home. Where excellence meets expertise. Design Hardware - A stunning and vast collection of jewelry for the home! - Where service meets excellence TimberTech - Real wood beauty without the upkeep Change is hard. All change is hard. But without change, there is no evolution. Without evolving, we do the same things over and over regardless of the outcome. I have changed, Convo By Design has changed. Seemingly everyone has a podcast now, and it feels like every editorial headline is ‘something' by design. 12 years ago, neither was that way. I see how my own editorial approach has changed, these conversations we share each week have changed and the industry is changing as well. Not by choice, but because, as the quote from Moneyball goes, “Adapt or die”. Today, you are going to listen in on my conversation with Steph Schlegelmilch, founder and chief creative director of Studio Seva. This Westport, Connecticut based creative blends a holistic approach with technical application. Steph shares her thoughts on a number of ideas affecting the business of design today, and these ideas are not going away any time soon. They include; An appreciation of and learning form failure Experience and collaboration Exploration of style, techniques and materials Styling and photography Trend translation , modification and the edit process Home styling challenges Lighting design Partnerships All of these ideas should be taught in a formal design education. Sadly, they are not. But you can find them explored here. So, enjoy this episode with Studio Seva's Steph Schlegelmilch. Thank you, Steph. Enjoyed this. Thank you to my incredible partner sponsors, TimberTech, Pacific Sales, and Design Hardware. Amazing companies and great friends to the trade so please give them an opportunity for your next project. Thank you for listening, subscribing to the show and sharing with your colleagues. If not already subscribing, please consider that so you receive every new episode automatically to your podcast feed. Please keep those emails coming convo by design at outlook dot com and follow the conversation on Instagram, @ConvoXDesign with an “X”. Until next week, thank you for sharing this time together, until the next episode, be well, stay focused and now that it has arrived in earnest, try to rise above the chaos. - CXD
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I want to be clear, right off the top, that I have personally made every single one of these mistakes myself in my 20+ year career. The goal is not to shame photograpehrs for making the mistakes that all of us have made - but to shed light (that is a well-placed pun) on these misconcepts, misunderstandings and mistakes so that we can continue to learn and improve on our craft as creative professionals. https://jamespatrick.com/
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