Podcasts about Love Actually

Our guest on this episode of White Wine Question Tim is Joanna Page, an actor and presenter from Swansea, who was told whilst she was training at RADA that she was not a bad actress, the problem was that she was Welsh…Luckily for all of us she didn't let these comments hold her back, and ended up leaving RADA early to join the Royal National Theatre and then the Royal Shakespeare Company, appearing in the star-studded 1999 BBC adaptation of David Copperfield, and then what proved to be one of the nation's all-time favourite Christmas films, Love Actually.She seems to have a knack of winning roles in some of our most beloved shows, playing the titular Stacey Shipman in the BAFTA-winning series Gavin & Stacey alongside Ruth Jones, James Corden, and Matthew Horne - the final episode was one of the most-watched TV shows of the last two decades, with an audience of over 20 million.She has four children with her actor husband James Thornton, who she starred with in David Copperfield, but in a truly Dickensian plot-twist she didn't meet him at the time – it took a later introduction to throw them together from drama school friend Maxine PeakeSo sit back and enjoy this chat with Joanna Page as she discusses that Gavin & Stacey finale, Hollywood's very own Margot Robbie being a fan, and how she feels about nude scenes.If you're looking for more information about the National Lottery Open Week that Joanna mentioned - it runs from 7-15 March, and it's your chance to unlock some of the UK's hidden gems. You can show any National Lottery ticket, Scratchcard or Instant Win Game and get free or discounted entry, plus special offers, at hundreds of funded venues across the UK - from BFI Escapes to creative spaces and iconic hidden gems like Dover's wartime tunnels and the Eden Project's living clay sculpture. To find a participating venue near you, visit www.nationallotteryopenweek.comCheers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Love, Actually – Week 3: Peace, Patterns, and the People You Choose Texts: Genesis 24:10–14, 17–21; Romans 6:3–4We have an entire relationship culture built around not choosing.In Week 3 of Love, Actually: The Love That Restores, Pastor Kevin explores how discernment works in dating, relationships, and even friendships. Looking at Genesis 24 and the story of Rebekah, this message gives a clear framework for peace, patterns, and the people we allow close to us.God does not lead His people with confusion—He leads with peace. Discernment doesn't just listen to words—it watches patterns. And healthy relationships aren't built by adding God later, but by building around Him from the start.On Baptism Sunday, this message also reminds us that following Jesus is ultimately a choice. Baptism is our public “I will go” moment—our declaration that we belong to Christ and are walking in newness of life.Whether you're single, dating, married, or rebuilding after strain, this message calls you toward clarity, courage, and Kingdom-first living.Broad River Church | Norwalk, CT Join us Sundays: 9:00 AM & 11:00 AM (English) | 12:45 PM (Español) Learn more or take your next step: https://broadriver.church/nextsteps Follow us on Instagram: @iambroadriverchurch

Evan, Canty, & Michelle reignite the debate about how romantic Love Actually and The Notebook are. Is the tush push ban off the board now that the Eagles' efficacy with the play is diminished? Trick Williams joins the show to talk about the upcoming Elimination Chamber and his hopes of being in WrestleMania 42. UnSportsmanLike Moments of the Day: $4600 jackets?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Evan, Canty, & Michelle reignite the debate about how romantic Love Actually and The Notebook are. Is the tush push ban off the board now that the Eagles' efficacy with the play is diminished? Trick Williams joins the show to talk about the upcoming Elimination Chamber and his hopes of being in WrestleMania 42. UnSportsmanLike Moments of the Day: $4600 jackets?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Evan, Canty, & Michelle reignite the debate about how romantic Love Actually and The Notebook are. Is the tush push ban off the board now that the Eagles' efficacy with the play is diminished? Trick Williams joins the show to talk about the upcoming Elimination Chamber and his hopes of being in WrestleMania 42. UnSportsmanLike Moments of the Day: $4600 jackets?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Evan, Canty, & Michelle reignite the debate about how romantic Love Actually and The Notebook are. Is the tush push ban off the board now that the Eagles' efficacy with the play is diminished? Trick Williams joins the show to talk about the upcoming Elimination Chamber and his hopes of being in WrestleMania 42. UnSportsmanLike Moments of the Day: $4600 jackets?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Evan, Canty, & Michelle reignite the debate about how romantic Love Actually and The Notebook are. Is the tush push ban off the board now that the Eagles' efficacy with the play is diminished? Trick Williams joins the show to talk about the upcoming Elimination Chamber and his hopes of being in WrestleMania 42. UnSportsmanLike Moments of the Day: $4600 jackets?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What does real love look like when it costs something?In this powerful conclusion to the Love Actually series, Pastor Talaat McNeely walks through Ephesians 5:1–2 and reveals a truth many believers admire but struggle to practice: love is not simply felt — it is offered. Rooted in identity and defined by the cross, this message invites you to move beyond admiration into imitation, showing how sacrificial love becomes both relational transformation and worship to God.Drawing parallels between the letters written by Martin Luther King Jr. from Birmingham jail and the Apostle Paul from Roman imprisonment, this episode challenges listeners to reconsider what it means to resemble Christ in everyday relationships. If love only reshapes you but never moves beyond you, it remains unfinished. But when love is lived as self-offering, it reflects the heart of the Father and becomes a pleasing aroma to Him.Whether you are navigating forgiveness, reconciliation, or simply trying to love people well in ordinary moments, this message will help you see that imitation flows from identity — and that the cross remains the defining picture of love.

Netflix has just unveiled its 2026 lineup, and everyone is talking about Stranger Things: Tales from '85. Laura reveals why the original cast isn't returning to voice their characters and whether it can actually capture the magic of the original world. Plus get a sneak peek on what you’ll soon be bingeing, from a new Heartbreak High to a Willy Wonka reality series.Then, we dive deep into the MAFS dinner party from hell. After a week of forced intimacy, the cracks are wider than ever. We discuss the cringey "Love Actually" moment that went wrong for Rachel and Steven, and why Steve (the silver fox) has officially become the most hated man on the show after his condescending treatment of Rebecca.Plus, a massive bomb has dropped in the Married at First Sight world, with bride Brook officially confirming her pregnancy and engagement to her ex while she’s still appearing on our screens in the experiment. We unpack the messy timeline, whether she was "fake" the whole time, and Tina Provis shares her own behind-the-scenes secrets from life after Love Island (including how long you actually have to hide from the paparazzi after winning a show). THE END BITS Love binge-watching TV? The Spill has launched Watch Party — spoiler-filled episode deep dives into the shows everyone’s talking about. Find the feed on Apple or Spotify. Support independent women's media We’re giving away a Your Reformer Pilates bed (worth $3,400) Subscribe to enter Follow us on TikTok, Instagram and Facebook. And subscribe to our Youtube channel. Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here. Do you have feedback or a topic you want us to discuss on The Spill? Send us a voice message, or send us an email thespill@mamamia.com.au and we'll come back to you ASAP! CREDITS Hosts: Laura Brodnik & Tina Provis Executive Producer: Monisha Iswaran Audio Producer: Scott StronachBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on International Feature, we took a trip back to one of the most talked-about holiday rom-coms of all time: Love Actually. Often held up as a seasonal classic, the film has remained a staple of Christmas viewing for years — but for us, revisiting it raised a lot more questions than warm fuzzy feelings. We dug into why the movie's reputation doesn't match our experience, and how some of its most celebrated moments have aged… poorly.• Only really connecting with one or two of the relationship dynamics presented • Our genuine disbelief that this is considered a romantic comedy “classic” • The blatant fatphobia and the way several characters are mistreated for laughs • The uncomfortable and inappropriate dynamic between Keira Knightley and Andrew Lincoln's character • Too many characters, too little depth, and barely enough time spent with any storyline • The randomness of certain casting choices — and how Martin Freeman ends up in movies like this • Why ensemble rom-coms just don't work for us when the emotional payoff isn't thereA holiday staple for some… but for us, this was more frustrating than festiveLetterbox'd Synopsis: Eight very different couples deal with their love lives in various loosely interrelated tales all set during a frantic month before Christmas in London.

Love, Actually – Week 2: What Your Marriage Is Missing Texts: Acts 18:1–3; Romans 16:3–5Most marriages don't implode. They drift.In Week 2 of Love, Actually: The Love That Restores, Pastor Kevin explores what quietly erodes relationships—and what actually strengthens them. Looking at the marriage of Priscilla and Aquila in Acts 18 and Romans 16, this message reveals that healthy relationships are built not just on chemistry, but on shared mission and strong community.Marriage was never meant to be two people isolated on an island. It was designed as a covenant inside a people. When couples drift into maintenance mode or isolation, even small tensions grow heavy. But when relationships are anchored in shared direction and surrounded by wise community, love strengthens instead of strains.This message speaks to married couples, singles, and those dating—offering practical wisdom, hope, and a Gospel-centered reminder that Jesus belongs at the center of every relationship.Broad River Church | Norwalk, CT Join us Sundays: 9:00 AM & 11:00 AM (English) | 12:45 PM (Español) Learn more or take your next step: https://broadriver.church/nextsteps Follow us on Instagram: @iambroadriverchurch

In this episode of The Purpose City Church Podcast, Pastor Talaat McNeely shows how love doesn't just flow through you – it reshapes you. Rooted in Colossians 3:12–14, he explains that being chosen, holy, and loved dictates what spiritual clothes you put on and how pressure reveals your character.Key highlights – Identity determines your wardrobe of kindness and patience. – Relationships and conflicts reveal your formation and character. – Forgiveness is freedom, not forgetting. – Love binds maturity together.Listen now to learn how love is working on you. Subscribe and share this episode to help others grow alongside you.

Love, Actually – Week 1: The Signs You Keep IgnoringText: 1 Kings 21Most relational breakdowns don't happen all at once—they happen slowly, through ignored patterns and overlooked signs.In Week 1 of our new series Love, Actually: The Love That Restores, Pastor Kevin opens with a sobering and practical message about relational wisdom. Drawing from the story of Ahab and Jezebel in 1 Kings 21, this message explores how unhealthy dynamics form through passivity, control, and unresolved patterns—and how God often shows us warning signs long before damage is done.This message speaks to dating relationships, marriages, friendships, and church relationships, helping listeners learn how to identify patterns, interrupt dysfunction, and move toward healthier love shaped by truth and tenderness.Ultimately, this message reminds us that Jesus doesn't love with control or withdrawal—He loves with grace, courage, and restoration. And He invites us to learn a new way of loving.Broad River Church | Norwalk, CT Join us Sundays: 9:00 AM & 11:00 AM (English) | 12:45 PM (Español) Learn more or take your next step: https://broadriver.church/nextsteps Follow us on Instagram: @iambroadriverchurch

We're joined by newly engaged couple Phil and Kim to discuss the Valentine's Day slasher, Heart Eyes! We talk about love, feminism, decorative muscles, throuples, Adam Sandler's ugliness, Love Actually, and the immortal sexiness of Devon Sawa. Content Warning: Spoilers, Gore This episode's drinking game: Drink whenever . . . Harry brings up Scream (finish drink) Someone says the title of a rom-com Our Guest's Awesome Stuff: Check Phil's fantastic band, Lito and the Shepherds! And here they are on Spotify! Socials n' Such: Check out the show on Instagram and Facebook! Wanna suggest a movie? Wanna say "hi?" Did you make a movie we should watch? Email us: harryandjenpodcast@gmail.com

We talk about love all the time—but what if most of our confusion, exhaustion, and disappointment comes from starting in the wrong place?In Part 1 of the Love, Actually series, Pastor Talaat McNeely opens 1 John 4:7–12 to reset our understanding of love from the ground up. This message isn't about relationship tips, emotional hype, or trying harder. It's about identifying the true source of love—and what happens when we try to live and love disconnected from it.You'll discover why love was never meant to begin with people, chemistry, compatibility, or effort—and why Scripture insists that love starts with God. Pastor Talaat breaks down how misplaced expectations drain relationships, why good intentions aren't the same as biblical love, and how God defines love through action, sacrifice, and initiative.This episode also challenges a common trap: pouring love from an empty place. Using a powerful unplugged-keyboard illustration, Pastor Talaat shows why burnout, resentment, and emotional fatigue are often signs of disconnection—not failure.In this episode, you'll learn:Why love has a source before it has a standardHow love becomes distorted when it's disconnected from GodThe difference between intention-based love and action-based loveWhy love must be received before it can be reflectedHow reconnection—not guilt—is the pathway to loving well againWhether you're married, single, leading, serving, or simply tired, this message invites you to stop striving and start reconnecting. Love doesn't start with effort. Love doesn't start with relationships. Love starts with God.Key Scripture: 1 John 4:7–12 (NLT)If this episode encouraged you, share it with someone who may be feeling worn down or disconnected—and subscribe to The Purpose City Church Podcast for more life-giving messages that help you live with clarity, faith, and purpose.

Friends, Harry Potter, The Office, Maman j'ai raté l'avion, Love Actually... Nous avons tous cette série ou ce film vu et revu au moins dix fois, et on sait tous qu'on les reverra encore et encore. Entre réconfort, nostalgie et recherche de prévisibilité, ces œuvres qu'on connaît déjà jouent un véritable rôle thérapeutique. Qu'est-ce qui nous pousse à regarder en boucle nos films et séries préférées ? Pourquoi avons-nous tant besoin de ces "comfort movies" ? Peut-il y avoir des bienfaits à cela  ? Écoutez la suite de cet épisode de "Maintenant Vous Savez". Un podcast Bababam Originals écrit et réalisé par Ludivine Morales. À écouter ensuite : Être nostalgique peut-il nous faire du bien ? Pourquoi les jeunes sont-ils nostalgiques de l'année 2020 ? Quelles sont les 5 meilleures guest-stars de l'histoire des séries télé ? Retrouvez tous les épisodes de "Maintenant vous savez". Suivez Bababam sur Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A palate cleanser after the heavy vibe of last week's show. (And another plug for the classic movie (Justin's favourite) Love Actually.)Show notes at: https://stationeryadjacent.com/episodes/219

Question-by-Question Highlights1) Best coaching advice you've gottenDon't be attached to the client's outcomePresence improves when control is removedClient commitment matters more than coach frustrationMissed actions are data, not failure2) What are you still trying to improve about your coaching?Leaning more into somatic awarenessAsking “where do you feel that?” more oftenTrusting body signals as much as intellectSlowing down instead of goal-chasing3) Most outrageous thing you've done, tried, or said in a sessionTold clients they weren't ready for coachingPaused engagements instead of pushing throughRedirected clients to books instead of sessionsPrioritized service over revenue (wild, I know)4) What still makes you squirm or uncomfortable?Ignoring internal discomfortNot asking the question her gut is screamingLeaving insight “on the table”Playing it safe instead of pushing edges5) Advice for someone new to coachingLearn multiple coaching modelsDon't copy other coaches, synthesize themStay a student of coaching foreverLet formulas guide early, not define forever6) What have you had to conquer to become a great coach?Attachment to doing it “right”Fear of losing clients by being honestThe urge to rescue instead of reflectTrusting that readiness can't be forced7) How are you using AI in your coaching practice?AI note-taking with client opt-inUsing transcripts to deepen recallExploring tools and exercises with curiosityLetting tech support presence, not replace it8) What have you learned about yourself through coaching?Imposter syndrome is universalOne-on-one depth beats loud roomsCuriosity is her superpowerBeing heard changes everythingFun Stuff QuestionFavorite movies: The Princess Bride (classic), Love Actually (Hugh Grant wins)Celebrity look-alikes: Laura Linney, Kirsten Bell (15 pounds ago, allegedly)Strong opinions on names, silence, and Italian pronunciation

The romantic season is coming. Let's help you prep by listing some of our least favorite romantic movies.  Intro/shenanigans and a rebrand..? (0:00) Cultworthy promo (4:22) Romantic movies we don't recommend (4:40) Sweet November (5:04) Tangent: (500) Days of Summer (16:24) Tangent: Scott Pilgrim vs the World (17:15) Love Actually (19:44) Me Before You (32:49)  Goodbyes and social media plugs (45:24) Jack SMACley returns! (47:16) Please remember to check out the Cultworthy podcast, join our Discord

WHY DON'T MORE PEOPLE TALK ABOUT THIS MOVIE??? With Dylan O'Brien starring opposite Rachel McAdams in Sam Raimi's upcoming "Send Help," The Reel Roomies give their Maze Runner Reaction, Recap, Analysis, Breakdown, Commentary, & Spoiler Review!! Visit https://huel.com/rejects to get 15% off your order The Maze Runner Full Movie Reaction Watch Along:   / thereelrejects   Gift Someone (Or Yourself) An RR Tee! https://shorturl.at/hekk2 Aaron Alexander & Andrew Gordon react to The Maze Runner (2014), the high-concept dystopian action thriller directed by Wes Ball (Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes) and based on James Dashner's bestselling novel. Launching a popular YA franchise, the film drops viewers into a mysterious, brutal survival scenario where memory, trust, and instinct are the only tools for escape. The story follows Thomas (Dylan O'Brien – Teen Wolf, American Assassin), who awakens with no memory in a massive maze surrounded by towering stone walls and deadly creatures known as Grievers. He's taken in by a group of boys called the Gladers, led by Alby (Aml Ameen – Sense8, Yardie) and strategic second-in-command Newt (Thomas Brodie-Sangster – Game of Thrones, Love Actually). Tensions rise with the arrival of the ruthless Gally (Will Poulter – Midsommar, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3), whose belief in the maze's rules clashes with Thomas's instinct to challenge them. Follow Aaron On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealaaronalexander/?hl=en Follow Andrew Gordon on Socials:  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MovieSource Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/agor711/?hl=en Twitter:  https://twitter.com/Agor711 Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Statsminister Jonas Gahr Støre (Ap) er gjest i Aftenpodden. Han snakker med Lars og Trine om meldingene fra Trump, kontakten med de andre statslederne, Love Actually og den dramatiske uken i Davos. Hvordan er det å være i søkelyset til Donald Trump? Og ser vi en ny verdensorden, slik Canadas statsminister hevder? Han får også gitt sitt syn på den store plogedebatten og forteller en dramatisk historie fra skiløypene. Hør alle episoder av Aftenpodden som abonnent hos Podme eller Aftenposten og hør intervjuer i Ekstra Lars hver uke.

Martin Freeman is one of the most sought-after actors of his generation. Whether it's Tim in The Office, John - the mild-mannered porn actor in Love Actually, Watson in Sherlock, Bilbo in The Hobbit, the stressed parent in Breeders, the Liverpudlian cop with personal problems in The Responder and Everett K. Ross in Marvel Cinematic Universe smash hits Captain America and Black Panther - Freeman is a star, and to date has won two Emmys and a BAFTA. In this episode, Martin reflects on his childhood as the youngest of five (comparatively modest when you consider his mother was one of fourteen!) as well as the lasting impact of losing his father at ten years old. We talk about parenting, the people who've inspired him (hello, Michael Caine), the future of AI from a technophobe's perspective, his unease with fame and the quieter failures that sit behind public success. Plus: strap yourself in for much hilarity. I don't think I can remember a guest who made me laugh QUITE this much. Martin can next be seen as the determined Superintendent Battle in Netflix's new Agatha Christie adaptation, Seven Dials. ✨ IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 Introduction 02:22 Dealing with Fame and Anxiety 05:12 The Everyman Label 07:35 Exploring Anger and Authenticity 16:28 Academic Struggles and Early Acting 20:33 Personal Reflections and Family 28:08 Comparing to Heroes 32:15 The Office and Sherlock 40:29 Technology Struggles 44:20 AI Concerns 47:47 Meeting Michael Caine

Keir Starmer scored a rare win at PMQs, talking tough on Trump in light of the President's escalating rhetoric on Greenland and the Chagos Islands. Kemi Badenoch pressed the Prime Minister on foreign affairs and Britain's relationship with the US president, and Starmer departed from his usual caution to strike a notably firmer tone.What does this moment tell us about Labour's emerging approach to Trump – and is the UK political class finally losing patience with the volatility of the White House? Was this the closest we'll get to a Keir Starmer Love Actually Prime Minister moment?James Heale speaks to Tim Shipman and Isabel Hardman.Produced by Oscar Edmondson.Become a Spectator subscriber today to access this podcast without adverts. Go to spectator.co.uk/adfree to find out more.For more Spectator podcasts, go to spectator.co.uk/podcasts.Contact us: podcast@spectator.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Whenever you get gloomy with the state of the world,  think about the arrivals gate at Heathrow Airport. Or Grand Central Station. Or really, think about anything but the plot of this rom com. Love, actually, might be all around but it may not be in this flick.  Links You can rate and review us in these places (and more, probably) Does This Still Work? - TV Podcast https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/does-this-still-work-1088105 ‎Does This Still Work? on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/does-this-still-work/id1492570867 Creator Accountability Network creatoraccountabilitynetwork.org. The toxic shock of festive whimsy https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-independent-304-love-actually-2003/187146510/  

Is it time for world leaders to emulate David, The Prime Minister, from Love Actually and stand up to Trump? After weeks and months of staying silent or appeasing Trump, will they now stand up to President Trump. All to discuss with Gavin Megaw, President and Managing Partner, Hannover Communications.

Vincent Latteri - January 18th 2026 Agape love is not a feeling to fall into—it's a gift to receive and a life to live. This week, Vinnie teaches from 1 John 4:7–11, unpacking the most central theme in all of Scripture: love. Not the fragile, emotional version our culture often celebrates, but agape love—the selfless, sacrificial love that originates in God Himself. Vinnie carefully defines what love is (and what it isn't), showing that true love is a choice of selfless, compassionate action, not merely an emotion that comes and goes. Through personal stories, humor, and Scripture, he walks us through three essential questions: What is love? How do we get it? And how do we give it? The answer is both simple and confronting—agape love is a gift from God, freely given through Jesus, but one we must choose to fully accept, not merely acknowledge. Vinnie draws a powerful distinction between receiving the gift and accepting it, warning how easily we can know about God's love without allowing it to transform every area of our lives. The message crescendos with the gospel itself: while we were enemies, God chose us. The cross was not accidental—it was universe-altering love in action. And as we accept that love more deeply, it inevitably overflows into how we love one another. This sermon invites us to stop setting the gift on the shelf, to receive Jesus fully, and to become people marked by the same agape love the world is desperate to see. Learn more about our church: https://restoredtemecula.church Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/restoredtemecula and Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/restoredtemecula #1John4 #AgapeLove #GodIsLove #Gospel #Grace #SpiritualFormation #KingAndHisKingdom #RestoredTemecula Share this message with someone who needs to hear it. Chapters (00:00:00) - Welcome Home: Restored Church(00:00:34) - A Moment to Praise Vincent Leteri(00:05:46) - How Love Is Found in the Word(00:08:32) - Love in the Bible(00:11:01) - What is Love?: Three Questions(00:12:08) - The CIA Asked Me To Explain Love(00:14:40) - What is Love in the Gospel?(00:17:14) - Agape Love(00:24:04) - How Are You Choosing Selfless, Compassionate Action towards(00:27:10) - Christmas GIFT(00:31:52) - Accepting Jesus' Gifts in His Fullness(00:38:31) - How do we get agape love?(00:42:19) - The Message of Like the Wicked Servant(00:49:39) - He Desires You(00:50:45) - A Prayer for the Day(00:52:42) - God's Gift of Agape Love

Not so much a rewrite as an appreciation of this 25-year-old classic in general and of Daniel Cleaver as played by Hugh Grant in particular. Bridget Jones's Diary Year: 2001 Screenplay by: Helen Fielding, Andrew Davies, Richard Curtis Based on the novel by: Helen Fielding Directed by: Sharon Maguire Stars: Renée Zellweger, Colin Firth, Hugh Grant Show notes: CN: discussion of fatphobia and diet culture; derogatory language   If you would like to skip the plot summary for this month's film you can spool forward about 12 and a half  minutes into the episode.   In this episode we mention the films: Notting Hill* (1999) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0125439/) Paddington 2 (2017) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4468740/) Love Actually (2003) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0314331/)   And the TV series: Pride and Prejudice (1995) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0112130/)   And the books: Bridget Jones's Diary by Helen Fielding (1996) (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bridget_Jones%27s_Diary_(novel)) Sex & The City by Candace Bushnell (1996) (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sex_and_the_City_(newspaper_column)) Tales of the City by Armistead Maupin (1978) (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tales_of_the_City_(novel)) The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole, Aged 13 3/4 by Sue Townsend (1982) (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Secret_Diary_of_Adrian_Mole,_Aged_13%C2%BE) Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen (1813) (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pride_and_Prejudice) Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason by Helen Fielding (1999) (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bridget_Jones:_The_Edge_of_Reason_(novel)) Persuasion by Jane Austen (1817) (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Persuasion_(novel))   *Films marked with an asterisk have previously been featured on the podcast.   You can watch the shower sketch from Eddie Izzard's Glorious tour (1997) here: https://youtu.be/0Zfsn82MF3E?si=uhKVM3t9YtR8PKSQ   NB: In this episode, we refer to events from both the first and the second books in the Bridget Jones canon - Bridget Jones's Diary (1996) and Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason (1999)   The passage from the (first) book that Charles Adrian was trying to find is right at the beginning - Sunday 1 January: "It struck me as pretty ridiculous to be called Mr Darcy and to stand on your own looking snooty at a party. It's like being called Heathcliff and insisting on spending the entire evening in the garden, shouting 'Cathy' and banging your head against a tree."    Comic Relief, mentioned in passing at the beginning of this episode, is a British charity co-founded in 1986 by Richard Curtis and Sir Lenny Henry (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Comic_Relief).    If you would like to suggest films for future episodes, you can tweet Lisa: @LisaStowaway.   We record these episodes over the internet. Sometimes the audio is not perfect. We apologise for that.    Music in this episode is by Martin Zaltz Austwick (martinzalzaustwick.com). Artwork is by Lisa Findley.   Thank you for listening! 

Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 10 episode 15 of Below Deck Med. Topics include: an emotional night, Joe and V's talk, Nathan working hard to convince Gael to stay, V's realization, Love Actually, V and Max conflict, breast milk, spicy margs, jet ski difficulties and jamón troubles. In Hot Tub Convo we discuss launching a Patreon, Brianna Duffield's engagement, Captain Sandy and Leah's NYE cameo on CNN and V's time off the boat. Be like V and keep your standards high - a new episode of Above Deck is out now! Follow us on Instagram: @abovedeckpod   Get in touch: abovedeckpod@gmail.com  Get ya some Above Deck merch: https://shop.hurrdatmedia.com/collections/above-deck  Thank you to Coconut Bowls for sponsoring this episode! Go to http://coconutbowls.com and use code ABOVEDECKPOD20 for 10% off your order.  Please subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts, and tell a friend! This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or the Hurrdat Media YouTube channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Cinema College Custodians take over for the Film School Janitors once again, and this time they are tackling a film with a lot of baggage - and we're not talking baggage you claim at the airport! LOVE ACTUALLY arrived at the baggage claim, er, at the theaters in 2003, and it's had a storied history of re-evaluations since then, so now it's the Custodians turn! Unwrap this Joni Mitchell CD and maybe it's an ugly necklace!

THE DEVIL WITHIN — CHRISTMAS SPECIAL Episode Two: Merry Christmas, You're Barely Holding It Together Christmas movies aren't comforting because they're gentle. They're comforting because they tell the truth—quietly, sideways, and usually with jokes.

On this episode of “Tommy Talk,” Tommy is joined by actress Jennifer Love Hewitt to debate all things holidays and New Year’s. Known as “The Holiday Junkie,” Jennifer is the perfect guest to weigh in on some seriously heated topics like: Should Christmas decorations stay up past New Year’s? The Holiday vs. Love Actually? Are New Year’s resolutions worth it? Multicolor lights or white lights? Should we really keep sending family photos every Christmas? It’s the perfect episode to wrap up the holiday season, all while getting a glimpse into our very fun and unhinged friendship.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After more than 20 years since the film was released in theaters, LOVE ACTUALLY (2003) remains one of the most beloved Christmas movies out there. Some may consider the film at the top of the holiday movie list, while others have noted it did not age well. With a stellar cast line-up and interconnected storylines, LOVE ACTUALLY set the bar for early 2000's holiday rom-coms with catchy one-liners and festive cliches. 

Merry Holiday-mas! Today the Cheese gang are ringing in the holiday spirit by talking about the most insane Holiday Classic that if it were made today would send the director/writer directly to prison. Yes, we're talking about the romantic """comedy"""" Love Actually. Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf & Liz Esten Podcast Edited By: Jesse McAnally Keeper of the Cheese: Juliet Antonio This show is a part of the Broadway Podcast Network Social Media: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Our WEBSITE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Musicals with Cheese on Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠musicaltheatrelives@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Merch!!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Jess Socials ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jesse McAnally ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jess McAnally on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Andrew Socials ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Andrew DeWolf on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Andrew DeWolf on Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Liz Socials ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Liz Esten on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Liz Esten on Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Use our Affiliate Link⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's time for the MUCH anticipated, 6th annual Holiday Hootenanny! Lauren and Christy end the year off right with a boozy, light-hearted episode, featuring new Christmas games, a review of Christy's holiday viewings, and of course, their annual Love Actually cosplay! So grab a drink, put on some pjs, and join this duo for a festive slumber party!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Cathy and Todd discuss Love Actually as part of their “Christmas movies that might not actually be Christmas movies” month. Released in November 2003 and written and directed by Richard Curtis, the film uses its London-at-Christmas setting, stacked ensemble cast, and interwoven stories of romantic, familial, awkward, and heartbreaking love to reflect a long-held worldview: messy humans and basic decency still matter. Cathy and Todd go through their categories, debate the storylines, and unpack why its message that “love is all around” became an annual ritual for so many—and what lands differently when we watch it now.. Some Ways to Support Us Sign up for Cathy's Substack Order Restoring our Girls Join Team Zen Links shared in this episode: For the full show notes, visit zenpopparenting.com. This week's sponsor(s): Avid Co DuPage County Area Decorating, Painting, Remodeling by Avid Co includes kitchens, basements, bathrooms, flooring, tiling, fire and flood restoration. David Serrano- Certified Financial Planner- 815-370-3780 MenLiving – A virtual and in-person community of guys connecting deeply and living fully. No requirements, no creeds, no gurus, no judgements Todd Adams Life & Leadership Coaching for Guys Other Ways to Support Us Follow us on social media Instagram YouTube Facebook Buy and leave a review for Cathy’s Book Zen Parenting: Caring for Ourselves and Our Children in an Unpredictable World Find everything ZPR on our Resources Page Guys- Complete a MenLiving Connect profile

On the latest Billboard Pop Shop Podcast — and near the eve of Christmas — hosts Katie and Keith are talking through a selection of unforgettable movies, and moments, featuring holiday music – including White Christmas (1954), Home Alone (1990), Elf (2003), Love Actually (2003) and Mean Girls (2004). Plus, as it's the final episode of the pod for 2025, the team also jingles their way through a chat about some of their favorite holiday movies that are essential viewing during the season. Some of those festive films include The Polar Express, Scrooged, The Muppet Christmas Carol and the original Miracle on 34th Street. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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#203: Not every December needs tinsel-level perfection. We open the gift box on real holiday life—the joy, the mess, and the logistics no one puts on a card—and invite you to build a season that actually fits. With Ivy at the mic, we swap polite scripts for honest takes on gift pressure, Santa fairness for kids, and the surprising relief of doing less but doing it well.We dig into the stress cycle of adult gift exchanges and share a saner alternative: fewer, better presents or one intentional standout that shows you paid attention all year. Then we tackle the Santa dilemma—how to keep the magic when classmates compare “from Santa” gifts. Our fix is simple and kind: let big-ticket items come from parents, and keep Santa for small, universal surprises. From pajamas versus full outfits to real tree versus fake tree, we keep choices judgment-free and rooted in what your budget, schedule, and bandwidth can handle.Family dynamics get the same practical treatment. If Christmas at your house tends to ignite overcooked expectations, try time-boxed visits, arrive-early/leave-early plans, or a light ritual like morning mimosas to set a calmer tone. We talk Elf on the Shelf burnout, wrapping waste, and how to redesign traditions when you're postpartum, stretched thin, or just not in the mood for extra chores. And because holidays should still be fun, we trade movie hot takes (Elf, Love Actually, Die Hard) and nominate a few songs for retirement. The throughline is agency: you can love the season, skip the performance, and still make room for wonder.If the holidays feel more like logistics than magic, you're not broken—you're busy and human. Use this conversation to set kinder boundaries, simplify your list, and protect the parts of December that really matter. If this resonated, tap follow, share with a friend who needs permission to do less, and leave a quick review to help others find the show.You can now send us a text to ask a question or review the show. We would love to hear from you! Follow me on social: https://www.instagram.com/babbles_nonsense/

Hey! Part III of our Christmas Series looks at another classic from the early 2000s: Love Actually. It's from the writer/director of Four Weddings and a Funeral, Notting Hill, and Bridget Jones, so you kinda know what to expect. It's somehow narratively ambitious and cliched. Sean and I have diverging opinions.To pair, we enjoy some delicious Spanish Albariño.

An absolute Christmas classic. Even with 2025 goggles, this movie is charming and full of love.

After all the drama yesterday, Sarah's Christmas tree is finally up. Plus, don't forget to catch up on ‘Love Actually' before Bob's Movie Club tomorrow!

Rover lights up when talking about Love Actually. A man is not convicted for stabbing another person because he said the victim called him a racial slur. Did the predictions for 2025 come true? B2 is not happy with Rover's Svalbard plans.

Plans during the holiday break. Rover wants to wear sweats for life. Gia officially has her temps. Bidets. Marijuana users are experiencing "scromiting." Is Krystle bringing Skinny to the Christmas party? New hoodie, who dis? JLR play blocks while the show continues. Drunk man on a cruise ship, who went aggressively after a crew member, died after being detained. Rover lights up when talking about Love Actually. A man is not convicted for stabbing another person because he said the victim called him a racial slur. Did the predictions for 2025 come true? B2 is not happy with Rover's Svalbard plans. JLR, Rover, and Duji predictions for 2025. Predictions for 2026.

Rover lights up when talking about Love Actually. A man is not convicted for stabbing another person because he said the victim called him a racial slur. Did the predictions for 2025 come true? B2 is not happy with Rover's Svalbard plans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Plans during the holiday break. Rover wants to wear sweats for life. Gia officially has her temps. Bidets. Marijuana users are experiencing "scromiting." Is Krystle bringing Skinny to the Christmas party? New hoodie, who dis? JLR play blocks while the show continues. Drunk man on a cruise ship, who went aggressively after a crew member, died after being detained. Rover lights up when talking about Love Actually. A man is not convicted for stabbing another person because he said the victim called him a racial slur. Did the predictions for 2025 come true? B2 is not happy with Rover's Svalbard plans. JLR, Rover, and Duji predictions for 2025. Predictions for 2026.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

‘Tis the season you'll find plenty of good holiday movies – films that can be counted upon to deliver warmth and cheer. And bad holiday movies? They can be fun in their own way. So we're debating: what's the worst Christmas movie of all time? We'll talk about Love Actually, Jingle All The Way, I Believe In Santa, and Scrooge & Marley.Follow Pop Culture Happy Hour on Letterboxd at letterboxd.com/nprpopcultureLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Bob's Movie Club is diving head first into Christmas with ‘Love Actually.' Plus, we're sneaking in a bonus movie the following week! If you want to take the kids to the theater, Jim Carey's ‘Grinch' is being re-released for its 25th anniversary. Plus, the long awaited Timothée Chalamet movie opens on Christmas day. Not feeling the Christmas spirit? Here's how to get yourself in the mood! A survey found that GLP-1 users will be skipping their dose to enjoy Christmas snacks. Rediscover the rabbit holes you fell down this year: YouTube now has an end of year recap of what you've watched. Are Sarah & Vinnie in your Spotify Wrapped? Tag Alice!

Bob's Movie Club is diving head first into Christmas with ‘Love Actually.' Plus, we're sneaking in a bonus movie the following week! If you want to take the kids to the theater, Jim Carey's ‘Grinch' is being re-released for its 25th anniversary. Plus, the long awaited Timothée Chalamet movie opens on Christmas day. Not feeling the Christmas spirit? Here's how to get yourself in the mood! A survey found that GLP-1 users will be skipping their dose to enjoy Christmas snacks. Rediscover the rabbit holes you fell down this year: YouTube now has an end of year recap of what you've watched. Are Sarah & Vinnie in your Spotify Wrapped? TV is hotter than ever. Here's how to get the most out of ‘Stranger Things' final season. Lisa Kudrow is BACK in ‘The Comeback' following a 20 year hiatus. The next ‘Game of Thrones' prequel is premiering in January! It's National Cookie Day - as if we needed a reason. PSA: Doctors are important. Are your kids getting an allowance? Here's how much other parents are dishing out. Death is not an option! Sarah's torture continues. TMZ talked to Tara Reid following her hospitalization. The kids are still obsessed with 6/7, but Sarah knows how to stop the madness! JRR Tolkien's desk reminds Vinnie of his desk growing up. He's still recovering from his brother gaslighting him. Plus, fast facts and tantalizing tangents. The best Christmas songs of all time… debatable. Let's discuss! Congratulations Bad Bunny on being the #1 most listened to artist of 2025. Taylor Swift is still #1 in our hearts. Tonight's the night: don't forget your moon juice! Church pastors are using Chat GPT to write their sermons. Plus, an unlikely advertisement for BIC, and a spirited game!