Podcasts about Longing

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Mark reflects on the anniversary of the first episode of this podcast, which took place on Jan 5, 2018. Links of Interest: EP 001 - New Year, New Reflections Substack Article: Eight Years, 452 Episodes, and One Simple Truth Manuscript Report (Mark's affiliate link - use MARK10 to save 10%) Buy Mark a Coffee Patreon for Stark Reflections Mark's YouTube channel ElevenLabs (AI Voice Generation - Affiliate link) Mark's Stark Reflections on Writing & Publishing Newsletter (Signup) An Author's Guide to Working With Bookstores and Libraries The Relaxed Author Buy eBook Direct Buy Audiobook Direct Publishing Pitfalls for Authors An Author's Guide to Working with Libraries & Bookstores Wide for the Win Mark's Canadian Werewolf Books This Time Around (Short Story) A Canadian Werewolf in New York Stowe Away (Novella) Fear and Longing in Los Angeles Fright Nights, Big City Lover's Moon Hex and the City Only Monsters in the Building The Canadian Mounted: A Trivia Guide to Planes, Trains and Automobiles Yippee Ki-Yay Motherf*cker: A Trivia Guide to Die Hard Merry Christmas! Shitter Was Full!: A Trivia Guide to National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation I Think It's A Sign That The Pun Also Rises   The introductory, end, and bumper music for this podcast ("Laser Groove") was composed and produced by Kevin MacLeod of www.incompetech.com and is Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

John 18:33-38 Proverbs 2:1-6 Matthew 2:1-12

As we step into a brand-new year, this message calls us to pause before planning and align our hearts with God through consecration. Before setting goals or filling our calendars, we look to Jesus—setting our time, our minds, and our lives apart for His purpose. Through prayer and fasting, we reset our spiritual focus, silence the noise of the world, and make room for God to lead us forward. This sermon reminds us that when we consecrate our year to the Lord, He fills the space, directs our steps, and shapes a future built on His will, not our own.

Longing After Betrayal: Grieving the Future You Thought You'd Have There's a very specific ache that shows up after betrayal—especially during the holidays. It's not just missing a person. It's grieving the future you thought you were building…and the version of you who once believed in it. In this episode, we talk about longing—not as a problem to fix, but as a signal of healing, a doorway back to self-trust, and a gentle bridge into what's next. Longing after betrayal can feel confusing and even scary—because wanting, hoping, and believing once led to pain. But longing isn't weakness, and it doesn't mean you're stuck or that you “made a mistake.” In this episode, Lora Cheadle explores why the holidays amplify longing (hello, Hallmark movies), why longing is often grief and love intertwined, and how longing can become a powerful compass back to self-trust. You'll learn how to honor the future you lost without rushing into a new one, and you'll be guided through a presencing practice and intentional silence to help regulate your nervous system and listen inward. Plus, Lora invites you into her $26 Vision Board Workshop on January 10—a gentle, guided container to help you reconnect with what still matters and shape what comes next without pressure. Top 3 Takeaways Longing doesn't mean you want your old life back—it means something meaningful mattered. You're not “doing it wrong” if you ache; you're human, and you're grieving a future you imagined. After betrayal, many women don't stop trusting others—they stop trusting themselves to want again. Avoiding longing isn't failure; it's protection that hasn't been updated yet. Longing can become a compass when you stop trying to resolve it. Instead of asking “What do I want next?” try asking, “What does my longing still care about?”—and let that guide you gently forward. Favorite Quote “Longing isn't asking you to go backwards—it's asking you to acknowledge how far you've come.” LOVE THE SHOW? TAKE THE NEXT STEP Don't just listen—start healing. Get your free downloadable guide on the “The Top Three Ways You Betray Yourself Every Day, and How to Stop” at www.burnoutorbetrayal.com. https://workplace-burnout.com/the-top-3-ways-you-betray-yourself-every-day-and-how-to-stop/ If you're ready to Rise Up & Reign as the creator and queen of your life, let's talk. I will walk by your side and give you the perspective, permission, and wisdom needed to turn your betrayal experience into something constructive, empowering, and transformative in all the right ways.  Learn more at www.loracheadle.com and follow me across all social! Download your Sparkle After Betrayal Recovery Guide at www.BetrayalRecoveryGuide.com, a guide designed to help you take the first steps in feeling better, so you can reclaim your power, own your worth, and start putting yourself, and your life, back together again. About Lora: Lora Cheadle, JD, CHt is a betrayal recovery coach, attorney, TEDx speaker, and author of FLAUNT! and It's Not Burnout, It's Betrayal. After uncovering her husband's 15-year affair, she turned her own pain into purpose—helping high-achieving women reclaim their identity, power, and joy. A trauma-aware coach, somatic therapist, and former attorney, Lora blends legal insight with emotional and spiritual healing for full-spectrum recovery. She is the author of FLAUNT! Drop Your Cover and Reveal Your Smart, Sexy, & Spiritual Self (an International Book Awards Finalist and Tattered Cover Bestseller) and It's Not Burnout, It's Betrayal: 5 Tools to FUEL UP & Thrive. She also hosts the podcast FLAUNT! Create a Life You Love After Infidelity and Betrayal. Learn more at www.loracheadle.com and follow me across all social! Get the support you need to find your footing, begin making sense of it all, and feel better fast. As an attorney, betrayal recovery expert, and survivor of infidelity I can help you find the clarity and confidence to create a life that you love on the other side of betrayal. Book Your Session Here: https://calendly.com/loras-schedule/coaching-session Thank you to BetterHelp for sponsoring this podcast! Take charge of your mental health and get 10% off your first month of therapy at https://BetterHelp.com/FLAUNT  READY TO START A BETTER CHAPTER? Step into the future you've always dreamed of with the power of transformative rituals with the Mindful Subscription Box. Get a monthly box full of crystals, aromatherapy, and other spiritual tools worth $120. You deserve high-quality gems, crystals, oils, and mindfulness tools for self-care that truly work. It's a monthly dose of self-love delivered right to your door! Go to www.Mindfulsouls.com  and use Discount Code LORA25 for 25% off your order!

Preaching: Carlos FernandezPearl Church exists to express a sacred story and to extend a common table that animate life by love. A primary expression of our sacred story is the weekly sermon. If our sermons inspire you to ponder the sacred, to consider the mystery and love of God, and to live bountifully, would you consider supporting our work? You can donate easily and securely at our website: pearlchurch.org. Thank you for partnering with us in expressing this sacred story.

Lectionary readings for the second Sunday of Christmas:Psalm 147:12-20; Jeremiah 31:7-14; John 1:1-10, 18; Ephesians 1:3-14⁠Access a digital copy of the practice guide here⁠.

In this solo episode Mark outlines a dozen tips to consider when setting realistic goals. Links of Interest: EP 451 - Tales from the Backburnder: A Pair of Messages to Readers Draft2Digital Self Publishing Insiders - Jan 1, 2026 Episode (YouTube) Manuscript Report (Mark's affiliate link - use MARK10 to save 10%) Buy Mark a Coffee Patreon for Stark Reflections Mark's YouTube channel ElevenLabs (AI Voice Generation - Affiliate link) Mark's Stark Reflections on Writing & Publishing Newsletter (Signup) An Author's Guide to Working With Bookstores and Libraries The Relaxed Author Buy eBook Direct Buy Audiobook Direct Publishing Pitfalls for Authors An Author's Guide to Working with Libraries & Bookstores Wide for the Win Mark's Canadian Werewolf Books This Time Around (Short Story) A Canadian Werewolf in New York Stowe Away (Novella) Fear and Longing in Los Angeles Fright Nights, Big City Lover's Moon Hex and the City Only Monsters in the Building The Canadian Mounted: A Trivia Guide to Planes, Trains and Automobiles Yippee Ki-Yay Motherf*cker: A Trivia Guide to Die Hard Merry Christmas! Shitter Was Full!: A Trivia Guide to National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation I Think It's A Sign That The Pun Also Rises   The introductory, end, and bumper music for this podcast ("Laser Groove") was composed and produced by Kevin MacLeod of www.incompetech.com and is Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

Ring in the new year with Comic Sans by… opening Instagram?! At the stroke of midnight, Yan slides into Nat's DMs to share the poetry comics of Jordan Bolton (IG: @jordanboltondesign). Still a little bubbly from all the champagne, our hosts discuss photo dumps and page turns, carousels and caesuras, and the many ways that comics connect us across time and space.---Swipe through all the comics Nat read for this episode!Show notes and bibliography available here.Hear an interesting ad? Learn more about our advertisers here.If you enjoyed the show, consider supporting us on Patreon! You'll get access to the exclusive Comic Sans Aftershow, ad-free episodes, bonus content, and more.Tag us @comicsanspod on Instagram and Bluesky — we'd love to hear from you!---00:00 - Preamble03:28 - The world of comics on Instagram09:04 - Introducing @jordanboltondesign14:01 - Nat's Three Words17:04 - Discussion — To the Substitute Art Teacher26:29 - Discussion — Range Life33:31 - Discussion — Blue Sky Through the Window of a Moving Car39:48 - Discussion — To the People I Pass on the Train at Night46:56 - Discussion — Cinnamon Bun52:30 - Yan's Final Questions---Comic Sans is an Andas Productions podcast hosted by Myle Yan Tay and Nathaniel Mah, produced by Scott Lee Chua and Roshan Singh Sambhi. Edited by Maddy Searle (audio) and Kit Ling Leong (video). Cover art by Isabel Fang. Motion graphics animation by Knikni Studio (Maryana Rudakova).And a huge thank you to the members of our Patreon Inner Circle: Eugene Choo, Melody Lau, and Smith Chua — your support makes this show possible!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This month, Mary had the opportuinity to spend time with Dr Alexandra Adams. Alex is Director of the Center for American Indian and Rural Health Excellence (CAIRHE), an NIH-funded center focusing on building research partnerships with rural and Native communities and mentoring junior investigators. Her research focus is community-based and participatory. She works in close partnership with Native American communities to understand and solve health challenges using both scientific rigor and crucial community knowledge.Alex has focused her career on the promotion of family and community wellness and healing trauma through community building. Addressing the effects of climate surprises on health has been central to her work. She also uses storytelling, filmmaking, and other strategies to engage communities and support health.In their conversation, Alex and Mary explored her experience at the interface of Western medicine and rural, American Indian and other indigenous communities. Alex described ways for building healing relationships of trust and sharing - acknowledging the deep wisdom of local communities and of ancestral indigenous knowledge. What Alex describes is medicine at its most responsive. Fully honoring the fact that the health of the land is the health of the people and drawing across the arts to practice what is perhaps the greatest of all healing arts, listening.You can learn more about Dr. Alexandra Adams by visiting her personal website and substack, Longing for Belonging. and her substack. Also check the website for the Center for American Indian and Rural Health Excellence (CAIRHE) where you can learn more about Alex's initiatives with that organization. And here's the link to the Turtle Island Tales website and videos Alex described.Through all of her creative endeavors, Alex lives fully in her relatedness with all beings. This is good medical practice, it's good art, and it's solidly consistent with climate repair. Let's all join her.MUSICMystical Flute Music. Music by morel dua from PixabayTabla Flute 102. Music by Johnson Cherian from PixabayAcoustic Guitar and Flute Fairytale. Music by Denis Pavlov from PixabayOriginal theme music, composed and performed by Gary Ferguson.

There is a quiet longing many of us carry—a knowing that something essential has been lost in the way we support families after birth.In this episode of the Sacred Window Podcast, Christine Eck reflects on how that longing can become lived purpose. Drawing from years of postpartum caregiving, Ayurvedic wisdom, and lived experience, this conversation explores why postpartum care has been diminished in modern culture—and how it can be reclaimed through conscious presence, community responsibility, and remembrance.This episode speaks to those who feel called to care: postpartum caregivers, birth workers, mothers, partners, and anyone who senses that healing is not meant to happen alone. We explore the difference between awareness and action, the role of fire and determination in living our purpose, and why conscious caregiving is not limited to a profession—it is a cultural practice that begins within families and extends outward into community.In this conversation, we explore:– How longing becomes purpose through conscious action– Why postpartum care is a cultural responsibility, not an individual burden– The loss of traditional support systems and what it means to rebuild them– How caregiving begins with presence, trust, and relationship– Creating a culture where families are held, not left to navigate fragility aloneThis episode is an invitation to remember that when care is present, the postpartum window becomes a space of integration rather than trauma—and that each of us has a role in restoring this way of caring.Are you feeling the call to know more about Conscious Postpartum Care?Reach out! ⁠Schedule a time with Christine⁠ to find out how this work can transform your care business or provide a meaningful career path.Here is the ⁠link⁠ to our free class@‌sacredwindowstudiesJoin our ⁠Facebook Group⁠Podcast Music is Composed by Sara Emmitt, graduate of the Center for Sacred Window Studies. You can hear more of Sara's incredible music at www.saraemmitt.com.

Friends, why has the story of the Epiphany—the three wise man paying homage to the Christ child—so captivated us over the centuries? I think, in some ways, it tells the whole spiritual life: our infinite longing that will never be satisfied here below; the following of beautiful but ambiguous signs in our quest for God; and the revelation that the one we seek has all along been seeking us—and, in the fullness of time, has come in person to meet us.

Longing After Betrayal: Grieving the Future You Thought You'd Have There's a very specific ache that shows up after betrayal—especially during the holidays. It's not just missing a person. It's grieving the future you thought you were building…and the version of you who once believed in it. In this episode, we talk about longing—not as a problem to fix, but as a signal of healing, a doorway back to self-trust, and a gentle bridge into what's next.   Longing after betrayal can feel confusing and even scary—because wanting, hoping, and believing once led to pain. But longing isn't weakness, and it doesn't mean you're stuck or that you “made a mistake.” In this episode, Lora Cheadle explores why the holidays amplify longing (hello, Hallmark movies), why longing is often grief and love intertwined, and how longing can become a powerful compass back to self-trust. You'll learn how to honor the future you lost without rushing into a new one, and you'll be guided through a presencing practice and intentional silence to help regulate your nervous system and listen inward. Plus, Lora invites you into her $26 Vision Board Workshop on January 10—a gentle, guided container to help you reconnect with what still matters and shape what comes next without pressure.   Top 3 Takeaways 1. Longing doesn't mean you want your old life back—it means something meaningful mattered. You're not “doing it wrong” if you ache; you're human, and you're grieving a future you imagined. 2. After betrayal, many women don't stop trusting others—they stop trusting themselves to want again. Avoiding longing isn't failure; it's protection that hasn't been updated yet.   3 Longing can become a compass when you stop trying to resolve it. Instead of asking “What do I want next?” try asking, “What does my longing still care about?”—and let that guide you gently forward.   Favorite Quote “Longing isn't asking you to go backwards—it's asking you to acknowledge how far you've come.” About Lora Lora Cheadle, JD, CHt is a former attorney turned betrayal recovery coach, hypnotherapist, and author who helps women rebuild their identity and reclaim their power after infidelity and profound emotional betrayal. Using her signature Life Choreography® approach, she integrates legal insight, nervous system regulation, somatic practices, and deep spiritual support to help clients move from shattered to sovereign.   Resources & Links Download your free Betrayal Recovery Guide: it's linked in the show notes (or visit betrayalrecoveryguide.com). Join me for my $26 Vision Board Workshop (Jan 10): a gentle, guided container to sit with your longing, listen inward, and shape what comes next—without pressure. Register at flourishafterinfidelity.com. Want personal support and a path forward that integrates mind, body, and soul? Explore coaching options at https://loracheadle.com/coaching or learn about the Rise & Reign 6-month mentorship at https://loracheadle.com/riseandreign. Follow on YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook @loracheadle   LOVE THE SHOW? TAKE THE NEXT STEP Don't just listen—start healing.   Download your FREE Betrayal Recovery Tool Kit and take back your power with clarity, confidence, and support that meets you where you are. ✅ Calm the chaos ✅ Rebuild self-trust ✅ Stop the spiral of second-guessing ✅ Reclaim your worth and your future

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In this solo episode Mark shares a couple of recent messages to readers in the hopes that it inspired other authors with ideas of the types of things that their readers might find interesting. The two examples are: 1) Mark's introduction to his recent collection of stupid dad jokes (and how that can tie to the use of making the local community the "hero" or "focus" 2) Mark's recent author newsletter with a gift for readers and the story that updates recent changes to an ongoing series he's writing Links of Interest: Manuscript Report (Mark's affiliate link - use MARK10 to save 10%) Buy Mark a Coffee Patreon for Stark Reflections Mark's YouTube channel ElevenLabs (AI Voice Generation - Affiliate link) Mark's Stark Reflections on Writing & Publishing Newsletter (Signup) An Author's Guide to Working With Bookstores and Libraries The Relaxed Author Buy eBook Direct Buy Audiobook Direct Publishing Pitfalls for Authors An Author's Guide to Working with Libraries & Bookstores Wide for the Win Mark's Canadian Werewolf Books This Time Around (Short Story) A Canadian Werewolf in New York Stowe Away (Novella) Fear and Longing in Los Angeles Fright Nights, Big City Lover's Moon Hex and the City Only Monsters in the Building The Canadian Mounted: A Trivia Guide to Planes, Trains and Automobiles Yippee Ki-Yay Motherf*cker: A Trivia Guide to Die Hard Merry Christmas! Shitter Was Full!: A Trivia Guide to National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation I Think It's A Sign That The Pun Also Rises   The introductory, end, and bumper music for this podcast ("Laser Groove") was composed and produced by Kevin MacLeod of www.incompetech.com and is Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

This Christmas Eve messages looks at the primary text that Charles Wesley was inspired by to write "Come Thou Long Expected Jesus." Preached on December 24th, 2025, by Jared Kress. Series: Christ in the Carols, Part 2. Primary Text: Haggai 2:7Join us in person on Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN, or watch online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

Merry Christmas!!!What are we really longing for at Christmas? Drawing from Matthew 1, this message explores the deep human ache for presence...not independence. From the garden to the manger to the cross, Scripture reveals a God who doesn't stay distant but comes near. Jesus, Immanuel...God with us...was born to close the distance sin created and to dwell with us forever. If you've ever felt alone, this Christmas message offers comfort, hope, and the good news that because of Jesus, you are never truly alone.DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:Where do you most feel the ache of “being alone” right now? Is it tied to loss, disappointment, fear, or something harder to name?The sermon said, “Sin isn't just about what we've done...it's about distance.” Where do you sense “distance” in your relationship with God right now?What difference does it make to hear that Christmas means “God came to be with us,” not just to forgive us? How might that be different from how you usually think about Jesus?The sermon ended with: “You're not home alone.  And because of Jesus, you never will be.”  What would it look like if you chose to believe this fact over whatever feeling comes your way?Take a moment to reflect and rest in the presence of Jesus.  If you struggle with this, ask Him to meet you right now and to teach you what this means.  He is the most interested party in this relationship.+ + + + +Hey, while you're here, please help Generation by clicking the 'Subscribe' button, then click on the BELL

Just as you eagerly express love to someone you adore, you should openly share your love and affection with God. -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible.     Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org   Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.

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Galatians 4:4-7 Every parent has had this thought: “I wish my kinds understood how much I LOVE them.” What do you do if you're GOD? Galatians 4:4-7 (pg. 1,813) v.4: “When the SET TIME had fully come, God sent His SON, born of a WOMAN, born under the LAW, to REDEEM those UNDER the Law…” […]

Thank you for joining us for Christmas Eve! This week our Lead Pastor, Henry Williams, concludes our Advent series with a sermon titled, "When Light Becomes Flesh.” teaching from John 1:1-14.If you haven't already, click⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to download the Sermon Application Guide to follow along.For more information on how to get connected with Five Oaks Church, visit⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.fiveoaks.church/connect-me

In this episode of Pray the Word on Revelation 22:4, David Platt reminds us that one day we will see our Lord face to face.Over 3 billion people have never heard the gospel.At Radical, we're fueling 140 gospel projects in 42 countries to change that—equipping local leaders and mobilizing believers where Jesus is least known.Through December 31, every gift is doubled up to $750,000.Would you pray about being part of this?Learn more at Radical.net/everywhereExplore more content from Radical.

You might have a list of goals or milestones or accomplishments you expect to hit in 2026. But beneath all of that logical thinking, there is a feeling lingering. And beneath that feeling, there is a longing. In today's episode of our 8 Days of Intention Setting, Rachel will guide you through a meditation to settle into the body and discover your heart's longing. Notice what is stirring inside of you. It's calling. Tune in to begin. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Voices in My Head Podcast – Episode 607: Lights of Love - Christmas Eve 2025   Recorded on Christmas Eve, this special episode of Voices in My Head shares a tender, unpolished first listen to “Lights of Love,” a song written for a hospital memorial honoring those we've lost. In the midst of grief, uncertainty, and the quiet ache of the season, this episode offers a gentle companion for anyone carrying love, memory, and hope into the holidays.   Merry Christmas, Rick Lee James     Connect with Rick Lee James Website: RickLeeJames.com Music & merch: search “Rick Lee James” on your favorite music platform Subscribe, rate, and review Voices in My Head wherever you listen to podcasts.     Hosted by: Rick Lee James — Voices in My Head Podcast                 Get the Audiobook, Out of the Depths: A Songwriter's Journey Through the Psalms by your host, Rick Lee James, on Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/B0F45G6KWH?qid=1744142727&sr=1-1&ref_pageloadid=not_applicable&pf_rd_p=83218cca-c308-412f-bfcf-90198b687a2f&pf_rd_r=KEDVV78ASDMS52WQFD7W&plink=3YmaWg4y0HJ0Cjfc&pageLoadId=IaamycyuJR519uYD&creativeId=0d6f6720-f41c-457e-a42b-8c8dceb62f2c&ref=a_search_c3_lProduct_1_1%20 ----more---- Don't forget about our music sale on Bandcamp. Use the code “10off” on RickLeeJames.Bandcamp.com to get 10% off your purchase. Blessings, Rick Lee James Email: Rick@RickLeeJames.com Don't forget about our music sale on Bandcamp. Use the code “10off” on RickLeeJames.Bandcamp.com to get 10% off your purchase. Blessings, Rick Lee James Email: Rick@RickLeeJames.com Blessings, Rick Lee James Get the new song - Whatever You Do VINYL SALE THUNDER by Rick Lee James ONLY $9.99. (Plus you get a free digital download of the album) VINYL SALE - “KEEP WATCH, DEAR LORD” BY RICK LEE JAMES

Christmas Special, Part IIWelcome back to The Cinedicate. On today's episode, we're unwrapping one of the most notorious pieces of Star Wars history: the infamous Star Wars Holiday Special.Joining me are Alex and Al as we relive the highs, the lows, and the truly bizarre moments that make this relic so unforgettable. From Wookiee family drama and musical cameos to the debut of Boba Fett, we discuss what worked, what didn't, and why this oddball variety show still haunts the galaxy far, far away.Whether you're a die-hard fan or just wondering how Chewbacca's grandpa ended up watching adult films in the living room, this episode explores what the Holiday Special says about the franchise—and how it could be revived today.So grab your Life Day orbs and get ready to spend less time scrolling and more time watching, as we celebrate the weirdest day in the Star Wars universe, here on The Cinedicate.What to expect from the episode:A hilarious and brutally honest breakdown of the infamous Star Wars Holiday Special—including its most bizarre moments, failed segments, and the lone standout Boba Fett cartoonCreative pitches and lively discussion on how a modern Star Wars holiday special could be improved, featuring dream casting for musical numbers, celebrity cameos, and debates over live-action versus animation formatsInsightful reflection on Star Wars' place in pop culture today: Is a new holiday special even viable? And why does Disney keep missing opportunities for festive Star Wars content despite decades of fan demand?Episode Chapters00:00:00 - Introduction00:01:40 - First Impressions of the Star Wars Holiday Special00:02:34 - Comparing the Holiday Special to Modern Star Wars & Andor00:03:15 - Bizarre & Notable Moments00:05:41 - How to Fix the Holiday Special00:09:45 - Structuring & Formatting a Modern Holiday Special00:11:59 - Reframing the Special: Interdimensional Cable, Life Day Parade & Canonical In-Universe TV00:13:10 - Animation vs. Live Action for a New Special00:17:06 - Comparing Star Wars Parodies: Family Guy and Robot Chicken00:22:33 - Star Wars' Cultural Relevance, Timing, and Modern Fandom00:27:13 - Speculating Frameworks & When a Special Would Be Most Impactful00:31:12 - The Absence of a Proper Holiday Special in the Disney Era00:32:41 - George Lucas, the Holiday Special's Legacy & Canon00:35:04 - So Bad It's Good?00:37:12 - Studio Control and Creative Freedom00:40:32 - Will There Ever Be a New Special?00:44:57 - Looking to Other Franchises' Holiday Practices00:48:11 - Disney's Reluctance & Possibilities for Life Day00:50:11 - Other Christmas Specials, Longing for Star Wars Holiday Traditions & Thematic Possibilities00:54:40 - Final Thoughts, Parting Words & Episode Sign-Off Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sermon from Aaron Anderson on December 24, 2025

Our hearts are restless because we keep looking elsewhere for the hope, peace, joy, and love only God can give. Psalm 16 foretells what Christmas reveals: that in Jesus, God has come near to fulfill the deepest longings of the human heart.

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What makes life worth living? Pastor Skip explains why true joy is found not in escaping this world—but in helping others grow closer to Jesus.

Today on Connect with Skip Heitzig, what makes life worth living? Pastor Skip explains why true joy is found not in escaping this world—but in helping others grow closer to Jesus. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/104/29?v=20251111

Queen P.R. and Brian H. Waters are closing 2025 by looking back at a few things they did this year, starting with the book's they've read. They briefly discuss them and share the link to all in the description below. Nattie Neidhart: The Last Hart Beating: From the Dungeon to WWE https://www.amazon.com/Last-Hart-Beating-Dungeon-WWE/dp/163774787X Robin L. Carroll-Waters: The Tears Behind My Smile: A Tribute to my brother, Michael A. Carroll, Sr. https://www.amazon.com/Tears-Behind-My-Smile-Tribute-ebook/dp/B0DCQMJNRX The Life and Longing of Luther Vandrosshttps://www.amazon.com/Luther-Life-Longing-Vandross/dp/0060594187 Jemar Mills: Pinpointhttps://pinpointcomic.com/classic-cap-hpeszv Saraya Hell in Boots: Clawing My Way through Nine Liveshttps://www.amazon.com/Hell-Boots-Clawing-Through-Lives/dp/1668027844 Whitney James West: How You Wait Matters: A Resource Guide for Faith, Patience, and Prayer in Your Waiting Seasonhttps://www.amazon.in/How-You-Wait-Matters-Resource/dp/1955297754 Alyson Lyn Miller Rough House: A Father, a Son, and the Pursuit of Pro Wrestling Glory https://www.amazon.com/Rough-House-Father-Pursuit-Wrestling/dp/1324086580 This Book Is All Elite: The Inside Story of All Elite Wrestling - Keith Elliott Greenberghttps://a.co/d/aluNN3x Nicole Lynn: Agent You: Show Up Do the Work and Succeed on Your Own Terms https://www.amazon.com/Agent-You-Show-Succeed-Terms/dp/0785238042 The Residence Inside the Private World of the White Househttps://www.amazon.com/Residence-Inside-Private-World-White/dp/0062305204 Marc Raimondi Say Hello to the Bad Guys: How Professional Wrestling's New World Order Changed Americahttps://a.co/d/fdhO42Z Original Sin: President Biden's Decline, Its Cover-Up, and His Disastrous Choice to Run Againhttps://a.co/d/0YTrcyy Get Happy: The Life of Judy Garland https://a.co/d/cPxhNSi Irresistible Force: The Life and Times of Gorilla Monsoon Brian Solomonhttps://a.co/d/2Rpvcxy Game of Shadows: Barry Bonds, BALCO, and the Steroids Scandal that Rocked Professional Sports https://a.co/d/5aloDre I'm That Girl: The Heartfelt Memoir from Olympic Gymnast Jordan Chileshttps://a.co/d/aV8FwMz Boys Will Be Boys: https://a.co/d/dmUwAW4 Cudi: The Memoirhttps://a.co/d/0VUSqRb

How do you balance longing for Heaven while still living faithfully on Earth? Pastor Skip shares how to wrestle well with both desires as you serve Christ today.

Today on Connect with Skip Heitzig, how do you balance longing for Heaven while still living faithfully on Earth? Pastor Skip shares how to wrestle well with both desires as you serve Christ today. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/104/29?v=20251111

Advent // Love John 3:16-17 (NIV)“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him.” Love That Was Given for The Liberty of The Human Heart. What A Gift That Comes with God's Love!! … No Condemnation John 3:18-22 (ESV)“…But whoever does not believe stands condemned already because they have not believed in the name of God's one and only Son.” But We Weren't Designed to Live in Darkness Love is The Longing of The Human Heart Of every individual…We are created first and foremost to know the love of God…But mankind has chosen differently from God's desire and design… John 1:11-12 (NIV)“He came to that which was his own, but his own did not receive him. Yet to all who received him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God.” John 3:16 (NIV)“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” We see this about God's love…SO LOVED - His love is INTENSEHE GAVE - His love is GENEROUSHIS ONE AND ONLY SON - His love is INTENTIONALWHOSOEVER - His love is INCLUSIVEWOULD NOT PERISH BUT HAVE - His love is GRACIOUS His love is Intense, Generous, Intentional, Inclusive, and Gracious  1 Corinthians 13:4-8 (NLT)“Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud or rude. It does not demand its own way. It is not irritable, and it keeps no record of being wronged. It does not rejoice about injustice but rejoices whenever the truth wins out. Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance.” Ephesians 5:1-2, 8-9 (NLT)“Imitate God, therefore, in everything you do, because you are his dear children. Live a life filled with love, following the example of Christ. He loved us and offered himself as a sacrifice for us…For once, you were full of darkness, but now you have light from the Lord. So, live as people of light! For this light within you produces only what is good and right and true.”  This Christmas, May We Again Experience The: Intense… Generous… Intentional… Inclusive… And Gracious… Love of God May We Love as We Have Been LovedMay The Light of Love Illuminate Our Hearts and Shape the Way We Live May We Live and Love with IntentionalityMay Our Lives Be the Light in a Darkening World, The Warmth of a Fire in a World That Grows Colder…May We Neither Live nor Love in Vain…

Preaching: Mike RothMuch is wrong with the world and it breaks our hearts. We feel discouraged. We feel overwhelmed. We feel hopeless. Our Advent sermon series, Held by Longing, will plumb the depths of our sorrow. But then, we'll keep going. We'll follow the prophets of the Hebrew Scriptures in considering how our discouragement, overwhelm, and hopelessness can, like the North Star, hold us in light that guides us onward. Onward, to participate in Divine Love, which is capable of making all things new.Pearl Church exists to express a sacred story and to extend a common table that animate life by love. A primary expression of our sacred story is the weekly sermon. If our sermons inspire you to ponder the sacred, to consider the mystery and love of God, and to live bountifully, would you consider supporting our work? You can donate easily and securely at our website: pearlchurch.org. Thank you for partnering with us in expressing this sacred story.

We all know that restless feeling—the sense that no matter how much we achieve, something still feels incomplete. That's because our desires aren't just big; they're infinite. Faith invites us into something more, a way of seeing beyond our usual perspective. When we encounter Christ's infinite worth and beauty, something shifts inside us. The things we once thought would complete us—our achievements, our security, our significance—suddenly look different in His light. They're just not enough. But God doesn't just fix what's broken; He makes something entirely new. Through His Spirit, our desires themselves are reshaped and redeemed, awakened to want what we were actually created for. In beholding His glory, we finally find the satisfaction we've been searching for all along.

2025 Advent Devotionals: “Longing for the Presence of God”Copyright © 2025 Steve Hoogerhyde. All rights reserved.All Bible references are taken from the New International Version (2011) unless otherwise noted.

What if the quiet ache beneath your busyness, stress, and exhaustion is really a longing for joy? Not hype. Not fleeting happiness. But a joy that lasts, even when life feels heavy.In this Advent message, we explore how Christmas doesn't give us instructions to find joy, but an announcement that joy has come. From Luke 2 and Romans 15, we're reminded that joy isn't something we achieve through better circumstances or stronger emotions. It's something we receive when we remember what's already true in Christ.If you're tired of joy that fades, weary from trying to manufacture excitement, or longing for a joy that doesn't require you to perform, this message is for you. Discover how true joy grows as we trust the good news: you are fully forgiven, deeply loved, completely secure, and never alone...because the Savior has come.DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:Where do you most notice joy fading in your everyday life?Which of the “indicators” stood out to you the most, and why do you think that one hit close to home? (Celebrations not sticking, emptiness after getting what you wanted, exhaustion from manufacturing excitement, nostalgia, or performance pressure.)How have you typically thought about joy before this message? More connected to circumstances, feelings, or something fragile?Which gospel truth feels hardest for you to trust right now? (Fully forgiven, united with Christ, deeply loved, secure, or complete. What makes that one challenging to believe?)What might it look like for you this week to “watch the video” and remember what is already true?+ + + + +Hey, while you're here, please help Generation by clicking the 'Subscribe' button, then click on the BELL

Welcome to the fourth and final week of our Advent Meditation Journey. If you're longing for a more meaningful Advent season, this meditation invites you to reflect on love—the heart of Advent and the fulfillment of all our deepest hopes, longings, and desires. Throughout this series, we've explored hope, peace, and joy. Now, we turn to love—the love of God made flesh in Christ, Emmanuel. In this quiet time, you'll be guided to reflect on what you love most, where your life feels aligned—or out of alignment—and how God's love might invite you to reorder your heart. Find a quiet space, take a deep breath, and let yourself settle into this sacred moment. Let's begin. ⁠https://youtu.be/zi2d5IPCCM0 Check out our blog - Fourth Sunday of Advent: Love. https://thethrivecenter.org/fourth-sunday-of-advent-love/ https://depree.org/de-pree-journal/love-that-comes-near/ To receive all four meditations, visit https://thethrivecenter.org/ and sign up for our newsletter https://mailchi.mp/fuller.edu/sm-practices-for-spiritual-health-part2. We at the Thrive Center wish you a season filled with the hope, peace, joy, and love of Christ. About the Thrive Center Learn more at thethrivecenter.org. Follow us on Instagram @thrivecenter Follow us on X @thrivecenter Follow us on LinkedIn @thethrivecenter   About Dr. Pam King Dr. Pam King is Executive Director the Thrive Center and is Peter L. Benson Professor of Applied Developmental Science at Fuller School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy.  Follow her @drpamking.   About With & For Host: Pam King Senior Director and Producer: Jill Westbrook Operations Manager: Lauren Kim Social Media Graphic Designer: Wren Juergensen Special thanks to the team at Fuller Studio and the Fuller School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy.

Tired of ADHD strategies that don't work? Here's what actually does. FREE training here: https://programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup_____What if the intensity you've chased in relationships wasn't love, but dopamine?Amanda McCracken is an award winning journalist, endurance athlete, and intimacy researcher who was diagnosed with ADHD at 36, long after she had built a successful career. From the outside, her life looked accomplished and disciplined. Inside, she struggled with distraction, emotional intensity, anxiety, and a lifelong pattern of romantic fixation. In this episode, Amanda shares how ADHD showed up quietly in her life, from trichotillomania and overthinking to using extreme exercise as a form of self regulation, long before she had language for what was actually happening.The conversation centers on limerence, a psychological state of intense romantic longing marked by obsession, idealization, and emotional highs and lows. Amanda explains how limerence thrives on uncertainty, making it especially powerful for ADHD brains that crave novelty and fast dopamine. Tracy and Amanda explore how rejection sensitivity, perfectionism, and trauma can blur the line between desire and self worth, and why many women mistake intensity for connection. Amanda also shares how chasing emotionally unavailable partners became an organizing force in her life, and how that pattern kept her stuck in fantasy instead of intimacy. She also had to confront a deeper truth: real intimacy feels quieter than fantasy. Today, Amanda is married to a securely attached partner and is the author of When Longing Becomes Your Lover, a deeply personal exploration of limerence, ADHD, and what it takes to receive love instead of chasing it.Resources:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-mccracken-4716373 Website: https://www.amandajmccracken.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amanda.mccracken.39 Send a Message: Your Name | Email | Message If this podcast helps you understand your ADHD brain, Shift helps you train it. Practice mindset work in just 10 minutes a day. Learn more at tracyotsuka.com/shift Instead of Struggling to figure out what to do next? ADHD isn't a productivity problem. It's an identity problem. That's why most strategies don't stick—they weren't designed for how your brain actually works. Your ADHD Brain is A-OK Academy is different. It's a patented, science-backed coaching program that helps you stop fighting your brain and start building a life that fits.