Podcasts about Machu Picchu

Choosing between standard and premium train classes from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu? We compare costs, amenities, and traveler reviews to help you decide if upgrading is worth it for your budget and travel style. Inca Rail City: Cusco Address: 105 Portal de Panes Website: https://incarail.com/

Planning a Machu Picchu adventure? Find out whether a fast-paced day trip or a leisurely multi-day tour fits your style. We break down train routes, booking tips, Sacred Valley highlights, and the logistics that turn a good trip into an unforgettable one. Inca Rail City: Cusco Address: 105 Portal de Panes Website: https://incarail.com/

Its a cloudy evening on the top of Machu Picchu. All is quiet and still except for the sounds of gentle winds and quiet chirping crickets somewhere in the brush surrounding the picturesque scene.Download the White Noise App for continuous playback.© TMSOFT All rights reserved.

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: Journey to Fulfillment: A Grandson's Promise at Machu Picchu Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2026-02-23-23-34-02-es Story Transcript:Es: Carlos caminaba lentamente por el sendero de Machu Picchu, cada paso resonando en el silencio de la madrugada.En: Carlos walked slowly along the path of Machu Picchu, each step echoing in the silence of the early morning.Es: El verano en el hemisferio sur traía un clima cálido, pero el cielo estaba cubierto de nubes oscuras, creando un ambiente misterioso.En: Summer in the southern hemisphere brought warm weather, but the sky was covered with dark clouds, creating a mysterious atmosphere.Es: Carlos tenía una misión importante, una promesa hecha a su abuela que debía cumplir.En: Carlos had an important mission, a promise made to his grandmother that he had to fulfill.Es: Desde niño, había escuchado sus historias sobre la antigua ciudad de piedra escondida en las montañas.En: Since he was a child, he had listened to her stories about the ancient stone city hidden in the mountains.Es: Su abuela nunca pudo visitar Machu Picchu, aunque era su sueño más querido.En: His grandmother was never able to visit Machu Picchu, even though it was her dearest dream.Es: Ahora, Carlos llevaba una foto antigua de ella en el bolsillo de su chaqueta como si fuera una brújula.En: Now, Carlos carried an old photo of her in the pocket of his jacket as if it were a compass.Es: De repente, comenzó a llover.En: Suddenly, it began to rain.Es: La lluvia se hizo intensa rápidamente, y el sendero se volvió resbaladizo y peligroso, dificultando cada paso.En: The rain quickly became intense, and the path turned slippery and dangerous, making each step difficult.Es: Llovía tanto que Carlos apenas podía ver el siguiente tramo del camino.En: It rained so much that Carlos could barely see the next stretch of the path.Es: Las pequeñas cascadas de agua se convertían en serpentinas que descían por los riscos.En: Small waterfalls turned into streams that descended down the cliffs.Es: A pesar de su inseguridad, Carlos sabía que debía continuar.En: Despite his insecurity, Carlos knew he had to continue.Es: Sentía que su abuela lo acompañaba en espíritu, guiándolo y llenándolo de coraje.En: He felt that his grandmother was with him in spirit, guiding him and filling him with courage.Es: La subida hacia la Puerta del Sol era más ardua de lo que había anticipado.En: The climb to the Puerta del Sol was harder than he had anticipated.Es: El cansancio y la duda se infiltraban, pero su promesa, ese deseo de honrar la memoria de su abuela, le daba una fuerza inesperada.En: Fatigue and doubt seeped in, but his promise, that desire to honor his grandmother's memory, gave him unexpected strength.Es: En su mente, repetía las historias que ella contaba, los relatos llenos de amor por la tierra de sus ancestros.En: In his mind, he repeated the stories she told, tales full of love for the land of their ancestors.Es: Finalmente, tras un esfuerzo monumental, llegó al Intipunku, la Puerta del Sol, justo cuando el amanecer comenzaba a iluminar las nubes con un tenue resplandor anaranjado.En: Finally, after a monumental effort, he reached the Intipunku, the Puerta del Sol, just as the dawn began to light the clouds with a faint orange glow.Es: El lugar estaba envuelto en una niebla densa.En: The place was shrouded in thick fog.Es: Carlos, empapado y agotado, respiró hondo y con cuidado sacó una pequeña figura de cerámica de su mochila, una réplica de un ídolo inca que sabía que su abuela atesoraba.En: Carlos, drenched and exhausted, took a deep breath and carefully took out a small ceramic figure from his backpack, a replica of an Inca idol that he knew his grandmother treasured.Es: Con reverencia la colocó en una grieta en la piedra y, con voz quebrada, murmuró palabras de amor y promesa.En: Reverently, he placed it in a crack in the stone and, with a broken voice, murmured words of love and promise.Es: En ese momento, como si la montaña escuchara su tributo, las nubes se abrieron, revelando la vasta extensión de Machu Picchu debajo.En: At that moment, as if the mountain heard his tribute, the clouds parted, revealing the vast expanse of Machu Picchu below.Es: La luz del sol doraba las piedras antiquísimas, y el olor a tierra mojada llenaba el aire.En: The sunlight gilded the ancient stones, and the smell of wet earth filled the air.Es: Carlos sintió que su abuela, por fin, había llegado a este lugar sagrado.En: Carlos felt that his grandmother had finally arrived at this sacred place.Es: Mientras observaba el paisaje impresionante, un sentimiento de paz y gratitud lo envolvió.En: As he gazed at the breathtaking landscape, a feeling of peace and gratitude enveloped him.Es: Había cumplido su promesa y, en el proceso, se había reencontrado con la historia de su familia, sintiéndose parte de algo más grande.En: He had fulfilled his promise and, in the process, reconnected with his family's history, feeling part of something greater.Es: Con el corazón ligero y el espíritu renovado, Carlos sabía que este era un nuevo comienzo.En: With a light heart and renewed spirit, Carlos knew this was a new beginning.Es: Su herencia y sus recuerdos lo acompañarían siempre, como un faro guiando su camino hacia el futuro.En: His heritage and memories would always accompany him, like a beacon guiding his way into the future. Vocabulary Words:the path: el senderothe promise: la promesathe grandmother: la abuelathe pocket: el bolsillothe jacket: la chaquetathe compass: la brújulathe rain: la lluviathe waterfall: la cascadathe stream: la serpentinathe cliff: el riscothe fear: la inseguridadthe courage: el corajethe climb: la subidathe fatigue: el cansanciothe doubt: la dudathe strength: la fuerzathe effort: el esfuerzothe dawn: el amanecerthe fog: la nieblathe replica: la réplicathe idol: el ídolothe reverence: la reverenciathe crack: la grietathe tribute: el tributothe sunlight: la luz del solthe stone: la piedrathe earth: la tierrathe landscape: el paisajethe gratitude: la gratitudthe heritage: la herencia

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: Finding Confidence Among Machu Picchu's Ancient Echoes Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2026-02-16-08-38-20-es Story Transcript:Es: El aire de la mañana en Machu Picchu estaba fresco y puro.En: The morning air in Machu Picchu was fresh and pure.Es: El sol empezaba a asomarse sobre las montañas, iluminando las terrazas y estructuras de piedra que brillaban bajo la luz dorada.En: The sun began to peek over the mountains, illuminating the terraces and stone structures that shimmered under the golden light.Es: Las nubes de niebla se desvanecían poco a poco, revelando un paisaje que parecía salido de un sueño.En: The misty clouds gradually faded, revealing a landscape that seemed straight out of a dream.Es: Era el escenario perfecto para una aventura inolvidable.En: It was the perfect setting for an unforgettable adventure.Es: El grupo de estudiantes de secundaria había llegado a aquella maravilla del mundo en un viaje escolar.En: The group of high school students had arrived at this wonder of the world on a school trip.Es: Sus mochilas estaban llenas de cuadernos y cámaras.En: Their backpacks were filled with notebooks and cameras.Es: Era verano en el hemisferio sur, y a pesar del esfuerzo de la caminata, el entusiasmo en el aire era palpable.En: It was summer in the southern hemisphere, and despite the effort of the hike, the enthusiasm in the air was palpable.Es: Mateo caminaba un poco detrás del grupo, observando todo con ojos curiosos pero manteniéndose en silencio.En: Mateo walked a bit behind the group, observing everything with curious eyes but staying silent.Es: Amaba la historia, especialmente la historia inca.En: He loved history, especially the Inca history.Es: Había estudiado mucho antes del viaje.En: He had studied a lot before the trip.Es: Sin embargo, siempre le faltaba confianza para hablar en público.En: However, he always lacked the confidence to speak in public.Es: A su lado caminaba Luz, su compañera de clase.En: Beside him walked Luz, his classmate.Es: Luz era alegre y sociable.En: Luz was cheerful and sociable.Es: Le encantaba hablar con todos y siempre tenía una sonrisa para compartir.En: She loved talking to everyone and always had a smile to share.Es: A pesar de sus diferencias, Mateo y Luz eran buenos amigos.En: Despite their differences, Mateo and Luz were good friends.Es: Su tarea en este viaje era trabajar en un proyecto grupal sobre la historia inca.En: Their task on this trip was to work on a group project about Inca history.Es: Mateo había investigado sobre los artefactos antiguos, pero le aterraba compartir lo que había descubierto con el resto del grupo.En: Mateo had researched ancient artifacts, but he was terrified to share what he had discovered with the rest of the group.Es: Una tarde, antes de la presentación final, Mateo decidió hablar con Luz.En: One afternoon, before the final presentation, Mateo decided to talk to Luz.Es: Caminó hacia ella, su corazón latiendo rápido.En: He walked up to her, his heart beating fast.Es: "Luz," dijo, "puedo mostrarte mis notas?"En: "Luz," he said, "can I show you my notes?"Es: Luz sonrió, "¡Claro, Mateo!En: Luz smiled, "Of course, Mateo!Es: Quiero ver qué has encontrado."En: I want to see what you've found."Es: Mateo le mostró a Luz sus apuntes sobre los artefactos y su importancia histórica.En: Mateo showed Luz his notes on the artifacts and their historical significance.Es: Luz escuchó atentamente, sus ojos brillando con interés.En: Luz listened attentively, her eyes shining with interest.Es: "Esto es increíble, Mateo.En: "This is amazing, Mateo.Es: Tienes que compartirlo con todos."En: You have to share it with everyone."Es: Mateo negó con la cabeza.En: Mateo shook his head.Es: "No puedo, Luz.En: "I can't, Luz.Es: Me pongo muy nervioso."En: I get too nervous."Es: Pero cuando llegó el momento de la presentación, Luz tenía un plan.En: But when the time for the presentation came, Luz had a plan.Es: Frente a todos, empezó a hablar brevemente.En: In front of everyone, she started speaking briefly.Es: Luego, dio un paso al lado y miró directamente a Mateo.En: Then, she stepped aside and looked directly at Mateo.Es: "Estoy segura que Mateo puede explicar esto mejor que yo."En: "I am sure Mateo can explain this better than I can."Es: Mateo sintió el peso de todas las miradas.En: Mateo felt the weight of all the gazes.Es: Al principio, sus palabras se negaban a salir.En: At first, his words refused to come out.Es: Pero ahí estaba Luz, sonriendo y asintiendo, dándole fuerzas.En: But there was Luz, smiling and nodding, giving him strength.Es: Mateo respiró hondo y comenzó a hablar, al principio despacio, luego con creciente confianza.En: Mateo took a deep breath and began to speak, at first slowly, then with growing confidence.Es: Habló sobre los artefactos, su historia, y su significado.En: He talked about the artifacts, their history, and their meaning.Es: Sus compañeros y el profesor lo escuchaban con atención, impresionados.En: His classmates and the teacher listened attentively, impressed.Es: Mateo, ya terminado, se dio cuenta de que había logrado lo que creía imposible.En: Mateo, once finished, realized he had achieved what he thought was impossible.Es: El grupo recibió elogios del profesor, y Luz le dio una palmada en la espalda a Mateo.En: The group received praise from the teacher, and Luz patted Mateo on the back.Es: "Sabía que podías hacerlo," le dijo.En: "I knew you could do it," she said.Es: Mateo se sintió orgulloso y agradecido.En: Mateo felt proud and grateful.Es: Supo en ese momento que su voz importaba.En: He knew at that moment that his voice mattered.Es: Luz le sugirió que trabajaran juntos en futuros proyectos, y Mateo aceptó, esta vez sin dudar.En: Luz suggested they work together on future projects, and Mateo agreed, this time without hesitation.Es: Bajo el sol brillante de Machu Picchu, Mateo no solo había encontrado la confianza en sí mismo, sino también un nuevo camino para compartir su pasión por la historia.En: Under the bright sun of Machu Picchu, Mateo had found not only confidence in himself but also a new path to share his passion for history. Vocabulary Words:the mist: la nieblathe terrace: la terrazato shimmer: brillarthe landscape: el paisajethe wonder: la maravillathe hemisphere: el hemisferiopalpable: palpablethe confidence: la confianzasociable: sociablethe classmate: el compañero/la compañera de clasethe project: el proyectothe artifact: el artefactoto terrify: aterrarthe significance: la importanciaattentively: atentamentethe gaze: la miradato nod: asentirthe breath: el alientoto achieve: lograrthe praise: el elogioto hesitate: dudargrateful: agradecidoto suggest: sugerirthe artifact: el artefactothe path: el caminocurious: curiosothe teacher: el profesor/la profesorathe effort: el esfuerzoto reveal: revelarto fade: desvanecerse

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: Preserving the Past: A Battle at the Ruins of Machu Picchu Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2026-02-16-23-34-02-es Story Transcript:Es: El sol de fines de verano bañaba las antiguas ruinas de Machu Picchu con un cálido resplandor.En: The late summer sun bathed the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu with a warm glow.Es: Las terrazas de piedra, testigos mudos de una historia milenaria, se alzaban entre las verdes montañas de los Andes.En: The stone terraces, silent witnesses of a millennia-long history, stood among the green mountains of the Andes.Es: Era el escenario perfecto para el encuentro internacional sobre preservación cultural, un evento que reunía a expertos de todo el mundo.En: It was the perfect setting for the international meeting on cultural preservation, an event that gathered experts from all over the world.Es: Luz, una antropóloga cultural apasionada, llegó acompañada por Javier, un historiador ambicioso.En: Luz, a passionate cultural anthropologist, arrived accompanied by Javier, an ambitious historian.Es: Mientras el tren subía hacia la ciudadela, Luz meditaba sobre el objetivo de su viaje: conseguir apoyo para un proyecto de preservación cultural comunitaria.En: As the train climbed towards the citadel, Luz meditated on the objective of her trip: to gain support for a community cultural preservation project.Es: Quería proteger las tradiciones indígenas y asegurar su legado.En: She wanted to protect indigenous traditions and ensure their legacy.Es: Al llegar, el sonido de la multitud de delegados llenó el aire.En: Upon arrival, the sound of the crowd of delegates filled the air.Es: La reunión se llevó a cabo en una sala montada entre las ruinas, rodeada de la niebla que ocasionalmente permitía ver el vibrante valle debajo.En: The meeting was held in a room set up among the ruins, surrounded by the mist that occasionally allowed a view of the vibrant valley below.Es: Luz observó a los asistentes con atención.En: Luz watched the attendees closely.Es: Entre ellos estaban quienes deseaban expandir el turismo a toda costa, algunos influyentes y poderosos.En: Among them were those who wished to expand tourism at all costs, some influential and powerful.Es: En ese momento, una figura familiar captó su mirada.En: At that moment, a familiar figure caught her eye.Es: Elena, una amiga de la infancia, también estaba allí, participando sorprendentemente en la cumbre.En: Elena, a childhood friend, was also there, surprisingly participating in the summit.Es: Elena y Luz compartían historias y recuerdos de su comunidad, y su inesperada presencia agitó en Luz viejas memorias y emociones.En: Elena and Luz shared stories and memories from their community, and her unexpected presence stirred in Luz old memories and emotions.Es: Conversaron como si el tiempo no hubiera pasado, compartiendo comidas y risas en los descansos del evento.En: They conversed as if no time had passed, sharing meals and laughter during the breaks of the event.Es: Durante las sesiones del congreso, los debates eran acalorados.En: During the conference sessions, the debates were heated.Es: Luz percibía la batalla entre la preservación cultural y la expansión turística.En: Luz perceived the battle between cultural preservation and tourism expansion.Es: Javier, con sus propios objetivos, parecía inclinado a aliarse con los promotores de turismo, buscando el reconocimiento que deseaba.En: Javier, with his own objectives, seemed inclined to ally with the tourism promoters, seeking the recognition he desired.Es: Elena intervino en uno de los debates, narrando sus experiencias personales sobre la importancia de las tradiciones culturales.En: Elena intervened in one of the debates, narrating her personal experiences about the importance of cultural traditions.Es: Su historia resonó en Luz, quien sintió un renovado impulso por su causa.En: Her story resonated with Luz, who felt a renewed drive for her cause.Es: Pero la presión era enorme; los delegados más influyentes promovían el turismo como motor económico.En: But the pressure was enormous; the most influential delegates promoted tourism as an economic engine.Es: Llegó el momento culminante del debate principal.En: The culminating moment of the main debate arrived.Es: Luz, llena de determinación, subió al estrado.En: Luz, filled with determination, took the stage.Es: Habló con el corazón, compartiendo historias de su comunidad y las enseñanzas ancestrales.En: She spoke from the heart, sharing stories from her community and ancestral teachings.Es: Usó lo que Elena le había recordado: la cultura no es solo pasado, es presente y futuro.En: She used what Elena had reminded her: culture is not just the past, it is the present and the future.Es: Con cada palabra, Luz capturó la atención de los asistentes.En: With each word, Luz captured the attendees' attention.Es: Sus máximas eran claras: la preservación cultural y el desarrollo podían coexistir, pero la explotación desmedida destruiría la esencia de lo que intentaban mostrar al mundo.En: Her principles were clear: cultural preservation and development could coexist, but excessive exploitation would destroy the essence of what they were trying to showcase to the world.Es: El auditorio se llenó de aplausos al concluir su intervención.En: The auditorium filled with applause at the conclusion of her speech.Es: Al final del día, su esfuerzo dio frutos.En: By the end of the day, her effort bore fruit.Es: Luz consiguió el apoyo necesario para su proyecto, gracias a quienes reconocieron la importancia de preservar la cultura sobre la pura expansión económica.En: Luz gained the necessary support for her project, thanks to those who recognized the importance of preserving culture over mere economic expansion.Es: Con el éxito en manos, Luz se sintió renovada.En: With success in hand, Luz felt renewed.Es: No solo había defendido sus ideales, sino que también había fortalecido su amistad con Elena.En: She had not only defended her ideals but also strengthened her friendship with Elena.Es: Juntos, entendieron que el verdadero progreso se basaba en la integridad y la autenticidad.En: Together, they understood that true progress was based on integrity and authenticity.Es: Bajo el cielo despejado de los Andes, Luz miró una vez más las ruinas, sintiendo que el viaje significaba más que un simple proyecto.En: Under the clear sky of the Andes, Luz looked once more at the ruins, feeling that the journey meant more than just a simple project.Es: Era el inicio de una nueva etapa, donde sus valores guiaban hacia un futuro lleno de propósito y esperanza.En: It was the beginning of a new stage, where her values guided her toward a future filled with purpose and hope. Vocabulary Words:sun: el solruins: las ruinasglow: el resplandorterraces: las terrazaswitnesses: los testigoscitadel: la ciudadelalegacy: el legadocrowd: la multitudmist: la nieblavibrant: vibranteattendees: los asistentessummit: la cumbrememories: los recuerdosbreaks: los descansosdebates: los debatestourism expansion: la expansión turísticarecognition: el reconocimientoexperiences: las experienciaspressure: la presiónengine: el motorstage: el estradoteachings: las enseñanzasessence: la esenciaauditorium: el auditoriosupport: el apoyosuccess: el éxitopurpose: el propósitohope: la esperanzaprogress: el progresointegrity: la integridad

====================================================SUSCRIBETEhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNpffyr-7_zP1x1lS89ByaQ?sub_confirmation=1==================================================== DEVOCIÓN MATUTINA PARA ADOLESCENTES 2026“LA VUELTA AL MUNDO EN 365 DIAS”Narrado por: Mone MuñozDesde: Buenos Aires, ArgentinaUna cortesía de DR'Ministries y Canaan Seventh-Day Adventist Church12 de Febrero¿Madera que corta las piedras?«EL SEÑOR LE DA FUERZA A SU PUEBLO; EL SEÑOR LO BENDICE CON PAZ» (SALMO 29:11).Viajar a Machu Picchu, en Perú, es vivir un sueño impresionante. La vista se pierde en la inmensidad de las montañas altísimas en un gran valle verde. Las ruinas de esta ciudad milenaria se hallan incrustadas en la cima de un pico montañoso a 2.400 metros de altura. ¿Pensaste alguna vez que esta civilización habitaba normalmente a una altura equivalente a la de un edificio de 857 pisos? Y allí tenían 172 casas, una municipalidad, huertas, templos y plazas. Eso sin mencionar que las plantaciones agrícolas parecen deslizarse por las laderas y casi se pierden precipicio abajo. ¡Es alucinante! Y pensar que todo eso se realizó en la fase más gloriosa del Imperio inca, allá por el siglo XV.Lo que más me sorprendió de este viaje fue ver las toneladas de piedras cuidadosamente recortadas en cubos para apilar, que servían para armar paredes y muros. ¿Cómo pudieron recortar así las piedras? Todos esos ladrillos naturales hechos de rocas puras fueron moldeados con madera. Si nunca viste una madera que corta granito, prepárate porque los incas lograron esta proeza.Los guías turísticos del lugar cuentan que, para hacer tantos bloques de piedra, los constructores solo utilizaban madera y agua: se hacían agujeritos en la roca y, en esos espacios, se introducían pedazos de madera mojada. Usando técnicas locales de enfriamiento, se congelaba el agua y, como aumentaba de tamaño al pasar de estado líquido a sólido, se multiplicaba la presión interna. Como resultado, la piedra se rompía al medio y se formaban pedazos más pequeños y fáciles de manipular. ¿Se construyó una ciudad entera gracias a la fuerza del hielo dentro de la roca? ¡Exactamente! Quedé con la boca abierta al pensar en el poder de la madera congelada. ¿Y quién dice que un lápiz no puede partir una montaña?No tengas miedo hoy de enfrentar tus mayores desafíos. Si Dios está contigo, ni las piedras serán más fuertes que la «presión protectora» que viene del cielo. Por sí solo, el ser humano es una simple ramita frente a la durísima roca; sin embargo, con Cristo es posible hasta cortar nuestros grandes problemas al medio. ¿Qué tal?Permite que Jesús haga maravillas en ti y a través de ti. Con un compañero así, ni las piedras serán invencibles. 

Wellness. At Lizness School, wellness means health + fun. Liz and Leah both have wellness goals this year that include training for a big event. Today's special release of Lizness School episode S2E12 to Satellite Sisters is our first ever wellness episode. Specific training plans are put in place! First Leah, an ultra runner and certified trainer herself, gives Liz her plan from now until September to be ready for physical activity at altitude in Peru with her Stanford DCI classmates. Then Leah lays out her own goals for the LA Marathon in March, her first race since she moved to Nashville.Welcome to our new sponsors:Stanford Federal Credit Union. To use their $620 New Member offer, go to sfcu.org/lizness .Wellco Super Elixir. Go to Wellco.com. Use promo code sisters15 at checkoutHomework: Read a good book about Macchu Picchu. That's Turn Right at Macchu Picchu: Rediscovering The Lost City One Step At A Time by travel writer Mark Adams. What happens when an adventure travel expert-who's never actually done anything adventurous-tries to re-create the original expedition to Machu Picchu?Suggest a good book about Peru and the Incas. Send liz any suggestions for some good reading before the Peru trip. Email us at liznessschool@gmail.comListen to Dr. Zeke Emanuel talk about his new wellness book where he stresses the importance of social connection and interaction along with all the other usual stuff. Here's a good extended interview about "Eat Your Ice Cream: Six Simple Rules for a Long and Healthy Life," on CBS Sunday https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RsoVhSks35U.Here's a link to the book.If you are new to Lizness School, we suggest you listen to Season 1 to hear all about Liz's year as a Stanford Fellow. Everything from Neuroscience and Chinese History to Pickleball! Plus a great community experience with her fellow DCI Fellows.Season 2 is about how she puts her lessons to work in the wild with the help of her millennial mentor Leah Sutherland.To listen to Liz +. Leah's recap of Lizness School Season 1, go to our FINALE here.For more on Liz Dolan, go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠For more on Liz's work in podcasting, go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠Satellite Sisters⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Lizness School on all podcasting platforms including ⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify.⁠⁠⁠⁠On Instagram, follow the show at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/liznessschool/⁠⁠⁠⁠ and follow Liz at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/satellitesisterliz/⁠⁠⁠⁠.Follow Producer and Millennial Mentor Leah Sutherland @leahhsutherlandd on Instagram and Leah Sutherland on LinkedIn. To email Lizness School with your own voice memos/questions/thoughts/suggestions for Liz or Leah, use ⁠⁠⁠⁠liznessschool@gmail.comThe Distinguished Careers Institute is a unique program for late career people. Fellows are graduate students at Stanford University, able to take classes in any area. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Complete information here.⁠⁠⁠⁠Email the podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠liznessschool@gmail.com ⁠See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send us a textA four-month plan turned into eight years on the road, and that leap reshaped everything. We sit down with Caryl Eve Delinko, author of A Woman's Guide to World Travel, to unpack how purpose-led planning makes travel deeply rewarding—especially for women considering solo adventures.What do you actually want from your trip? Whether it's tracing your ancestry, learning to cook regional dishes, studying music, or chasing landscapes, your why helps you choose your how—solo freedom, a trusted travel buddy, or an interest-driven group. Caryl highlights woman-friendly destinations with strong infrastructure and cultural openness—Thailand, Spain, Israel, Japan, Denmark, the Netherlands—and shares ways to navigate more complex regions through women-only hostel rooms, local rail options, and online communities that turn safety into solidarity.More tips: Caryl's keeps packing simple: neutral layers, multi-use pieces, and a compact medical kit with prescriptions in original containers. We dig into airline fees, the power of carry-on travel, and the truth that you can buy what you forgot—often better and cheaper—once you arrive. Ships can be a smart option at any age: onboard medical care, built-in security, and an unpack-once lifestyle that opens up new ports without the hassle.Solo travel gets special attention: how to meet people naturally, make dining alone feel purposeful, and turn restaurants into planning hubs. We map practical budget moves—museum free days, transit passes, street markets, and neighborhood lunches—and show how a few local phrases build instant rapport. We also go there on romance abroad, both the allure and the boundaries, and we share grounded safety tactics. Caryl closes with a luminous memory from Machu Picchu.Follow the podcast, share the episode with a friend who needs a nudge.Our guest, Caryl Eve Delinko, author of A Woman's Guide to World Travel, has traveled to almost 100 countries, and speaks and writes about travel around the world.Podcast host Lea Lane has traveled to over 100 countries, and has written nine books, including the award-winning Places I Remember  (Kirkus Reviews star rating, and  'one of the top 100 Indie books of  the year'). She has contributed to dozens of guidebooks and has written thousands of travel articles. _____Our award-winning travel podcast, Places I Remember with Lea Lane, has produced over 125 travel episodes! New episodes drop on the first Tuesday of the month, on Apple, Spotify, and wherever you listen to podcasts. All episodes are also on her website: placesirememberlealane.com_____Travel vlogs of featured  podcasts-- with video and graphics -- now also drop on YouTube.  

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: Climbing Dreams: Friendship and Triumph at Machu Picchu Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2026-01-31-23-34-02-es Story Transcript:Es: Los rayos del sol brillaban sobre la ciudad sagrada de Machu Picchu.En: The sun's rays shone over the sacred city of Machu Picchu.Es: Las montañas de los Andes se alzaban majestuosamente, envueltas en una niebla ligera.En: The Andes mountains rose majestically, wrapped in a light mist.Es: Este era un lugar donde el pasado se encontraba con el presente, donde las piedras antiguas susurraban historias del Imperio Inca.En: This was a place where the past met the present, where the ancient stones whispered stories of the Inca Empire.Es: Fernando respiraba profundamente, inspirado y emocionado.En: Fernando breathed deeply, inspired and excited.Es: Su abuelo siempre había soñado con visitar Machu Picchu, y hoy, Fernando cumplía ese sueño por él.En: His grandfather had always dreamed of visiting Machu Picchu, and today, Fernando was fulfilling that dream for him.Es: Al lado de Fernando estaba Lucía, su mejor amiga, que sonreía mientras miraba la ruta que les esperaba.En: Next to Fernando was Lucía, his best friend, who smiled as she looked at the path that lay ahead of them.Es: "¡Esto es increíble, Fernando!En: "This is incredible, Fernando!"Es: ", exclamó Lucía.En: exclaimed Lucía.Es: Aunque amaba la historia menos que su amigo, el desafío físico del camino la emocionaba.En: Although she loved history less than her friend, the physical challenge of the journey excited her.Es: Comenzaron su caminata entre las estructuras incas.En: They began their hike among the Inca structures.Es: Fernando escuchaba atentamente a su guía, aunque el aire escaso lo hacía sentir mareado.En: Fernando listened attentively to their guide, though the thin air made him feel dizzy.Es: Su pecho se apretaba, y le costaba respirar, pero su deseo de aprender era fuerte.En: His chest tightened, and it was hard to breathe, but his desire to learn was strong.Es: Sin embargo, durante el ascenso, su paso se hacía lento.En: However, during the ascent, his pace slowed.Es: La altitud cobraba su precio.En: The altitude was taking its toll.Es: Lucía notó su dificultad.En: Lucía noticed his difficulty.Es: Se detuvo, observándolo con preocupación.En: She stopped, watching him with concern.Es: "Fernando, ¿estás bien?En: "Fernando, are you okay?"Es: ", preguntó, lista para ayudarlo.En: she asked, ready to help him.Es: Fernando sacudió la cabeza, intentando despejarla.En: Fernando shook his head, trying to clear it.Es: "Estoy bien, Lucía.En: "I'm fine, Lucía.Es: Solo necesito un momento", contestó, intentando parecer seguro de sí mismo.En: I just need a moment," he replied, trying to seem confident.Es: Sabía que seguía este camino por su abuelo, y eso lo motivaba a seguir.En: He knew he was on this journey for his grandfather, and that motivated him to continue.Es: Al llegar a un tramo más empinado, Fernando se tambaleó.En: Upon reaching a steeper section, Fernando stumbled.Es: Sus piernas temblaban y el paisaje se volvía borroso ante sus ojos.En: His legs trembled, and the landscape blurred before his eyes.Es: Lucía, preocupada por la salud de su amigo, pensó en seguir con los otros, pero su instinto era quedarse.En: Lucía, worried about her friend's health, considered continuing with the others, but her instinct was to stay.Es: "Fernando, no te preocupes.En: "Fernando, don't worry.Es: Estamos juntos en esto", dijo Lucía mientras le ofrecía agua.En: We're in this together," said Lucía as she offered him water.Es: "Recuerda por qué estamos aquí."En: "Remember why we're here."Es: Estas palabras penetraron en Fernando, recordándole las historias de su abuelo sobre las tierras lejanas.En: These words penetrated Fernando, reminding him of his grandfather's stories about distant lands.Es: Con el apoyo de Lucía, se levantó, su determinación renovada.En: With Lucía's support, he got up, his resolve renewed.Es: Lentamente, y con mucho esfuerzo, se dirigieron hacia la Puerta del Sol.En: Slowly, and with great effort, they made their way to the Sun Gate.Es: Al llegar a la cima, Fernando pudo ver las ruinas a sus pies, un espectáculo glorioso que lo conectó de una manera inesperada con su pasado.En: Upon reaching the top, Fernando could see the ruins at his feet, a glorious spectacle that connected him in an unexpected way to his past.Es: Cerró los ojos un momento, sintiendo la presencia de su abuelo a su lado.En: He closed his eyes for a moment, feeling his grandfather's presence beside him.Es: "Lo logramos", murmuró, lleno de gratitud y emoción.En: "We did it," he murmured, filled with gratitude and emotion.Es: El sol resplandecía, iluminando tanto las piedras antiguas como el corazón de Fernando.En: The sun shone brightly, illuminating both the ancient stones and Fernando's heart.Es: Había aprendido que con perseverancia y amistad, las montañas se podían escalar, literalmente y figurativamente.En: He had learned that with perseverance and friendship, mountains could be climbed, both literally and figuratively.Es: Lucía sonrió, sabiendo que este momento era tan importante para ella como para su amigo.En: Lucía smiled, knowing that this moment was as important to her as it was to her friend.Es: Con la vista despejada, Fernando y Lucía comprendieron que el valor del viaje no solo estaba en el destino, sino en cada paso que habían dado juntos.En: With a clear view, Fernando and Lucía understood that the value of the journey was not just in the destination, but in every step they had taken together.Es: Juntos, se quedaron en la Puerta del Sol, disfrutando del fruto de su esfuerzo, y dejando que Machu Picchu compartiera con ellos su antiguo y eterno silencio.En: Together, they stayed at the Sun Gate, enjoying the fruits of their effort, and letting Machu Picchu share with them its ancient and eternal silence. Vocabulary Words:the rays: los rayosthe mist: la nieblathe stones: las piedrasto whisper: susurrarthe empire: el imperioto breathe deeply: respirar profundamentethe hike: la caminatato listen attentively: escuchar atentamentethe guide: el guíathin air: el aire escasoto feel dizzy: sentir mareadothe ascent: el ascensothe altitude: la altitudto stumble: tambalearseto tremble: temblarthe silhouette: la siluetathe landscape: el paisajeto blur: volverse borrosoto offer: ofrecerthe support: el apoyothe determination: la determinaciónthe effort: el esfuerzothe ruins: las ruinasthe spectacle: el espectáculounexpected: inesperadogratitude: la gratitudto illuminate: iluminarthe perseverance: la perseveranciathe friendship: la amistadto climb: escalar

What really happens on the train to Machu Picchu? From panoramic windows and cultural performances to navigating circuits and altitude, we're breaking down the ride and what awaits at the citadel. Inca Rail City: Cusco Address: 105 Portal de Panes Website: https://incarail.com/

Find out why train travel is the top choice for reaching Machu Picchu. We discuss scenic routes through the Andes, booking strategies, train class options, and insider tips for making the most of your visit to this iconic Wonder of the World. Inca Rail City: Cusco Address: 105 Portal de Panes Website: https://incarail.com/

Discover the best time to visit Machu Picchu, from dry season crowds to rainy season solitude. Learn when to book train tickets, which circuit matches your style, and insider tips for a seamless, unforgettable trip to this iconic wonder. Inca Rail City: Cusco Address: 105 Portal de Panes Website: https://incarail.com/

Luis Herrero y Ayanta Barilli viajan a una de las siete maravillas del mundo moderno.

Machu Picchu es uno de los destinos turísticos más importantes del Perú y del mundo; sin embargo, llegar a la ciudadela inca requiere planificación. A continuación, te explicamos cuáles son las rutas para llegar desde la ciudad del Cusco.

Bonita Norris became the youngest woman to reach both the summit of Mt Everest at just 22 and the North Pole at 23, and her story is nothing short of extraordinary. In this episode, she shares the journey that took her from school trips in North Wales to climbing some of the world's highest peaks, navigating extreme environments, and pushing the limits of what's possible. Bonita reflects on the early steps that built her career in mountaineering—starting with beginner climbing courses, funding her expeditions, and preparing for the Himalayan peaks. She opens up about the mental and physical challenges of summiting Everest, managing fear in remote and hostile environments, and how these experiences shaped her life and perspective. Now a mother of two, Bonita also discusses how she balances adventure with family life, inspiring her children to embrace courage and curiosity. From attempting K2 to climbing the Matterhorn after an eight-year hiatus, she emphasises the importance of showing up, trusting the process, and meeting opportunity with determination. Whether you're chasing literal mountains or metaphorical ones in your own life, Bonita's insights, lessons in bravery, and personal stories will motivate you to take the next bold step. ***  New episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast drop every Tuesday at 7 AM (UK time)! Make sure to subscribe so you never miss the inspiring journeys and incredible stories of tough women pushing boundaries.  Do you want to support the Tough Girl Mission to increase the amount of female role models in the media in the world of adventure and physical challenges? Support via Patreon! Join me in making a difference by signing up here: www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast.  Your support makes a difference.  Thank you x *** Show notes Who is Bonita  The youngest person to have reached both the summit of Mt Everest (age 22) and the North Pole (age 23) Book: The Girl Who Climbed Everest (2022)  Mother of 2 children Growing up and her early years  Going on a school trip to North Wales and loving every moment of hiking in the mountains  Finishing her A'levels and going off to South America to climb to Machu Picchu at 18 Not realising she could make a career out of mountaineering Alison Hargreaves's dying on K2 in 1995  Mothers and taking risks Being in her 2nd year at university and going to a mountaineering talk at the Royal Geographical Society  Realising that she wanted to climb and wanting to climb Mt Everest  I don't know how, but I'm going to make it happen Being inspired and maintaining the inspiration/motivation Why it felt so meaningful  2 years - 24 months to gain the skills, knowledge and funding Starting with a beginners climbing course Working backwards from her goal Completing the smaller milestones and trusting in the process Funding and paying for everything Heading off on her first Himalayan Expedition - Manaslu (eighth-highest mountain in the world at 8,163 metres (26,781 ft)) Getting a job, using her student loan and receiving a grant from her university Having 6 months to find £50k to join her team going to Everest. Getting out of bed bad making another call Speaking with Capital FM on the radio How everything turned around Getting the money, getting the sponsorship Why you don't need to be an Olympic Athlete to climb Everest  Why you need to work on the actual problem - don't work around the problem  Fitness before heading of to Nepal  Doing multi-days of training without rest If you want to get good at climbing mountains, climb mountains Reflecting back on the experience  Worrying about what may go wrong on the mountain Reaching the summit and how it's changed her life Understanding the risks at 22 Thoughts on letting her children climb Everest Climbing Everest with her daughter in the future Attempting to climb K2 and managing fear in remote, hostile environments Encouraging bravery and courage in her children  Climbing the Matterhorn in 2025 after 8 years off climbing  Not knowing if she would still enjoy it Taking the time to figure out what is next How you can connect with Bonita Final words of advice  Put yourself out there and luck will meet you half way  You have to show up   Social Media Website: www.bonita-norris.com  Linkedin: Bonita Norris     

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: Mystical Machu Picchu: Luz's Quest for Courage and Confidence Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2026-01-25-23-34-02-es Story Transcript:Es: En el corazón de los Andes peruanos, entre las sombras del antiguo sitio de Machu Picchu, Luz, Javier y Raúl caminaban por los senderos de piedra bajo el cálido sol de verano.En: In the heart of the Peruvian Andes, between the shadows of the ancient site of Machu Picchu, Luz, Javier, and Raúl walked along the stone paths under the warm summer sun.Es: Tenían un día perfecto para explorar.En: They had a perfect day for exploring.Es: Las ruinas brillaban, rodeadas de picos imponentes.En: The ruins shone, surrounded by towering peaks.Es: Luz, siempre optimista, guardaba una pequeña inquietud en su interior.En: Luz, always optimistic, harbored a small worry inside.Es: ¿Y si se perdían?En: What if they got lost?Es: A medida que avanzaban por el sendero, Luz notó que algo le faltaba.En: As they advanced along the path, Luz noticed something was missing.Es: ¡Su mochila!En: Her backpack!Es: En ella llevaba un diario muy importante.En: In it, she carried a very important diary.Es: Empezó a sentir el peso de la preocupación.En: She began to feel the weight of worry.Es: Sin embargo, decidió ser positiva.En: However, she decided to stay positive.Es: "Podemos regresar y encontrarla," propuso a sus amigos.En: "We can go back and find it," she proposed to her friends.Es: Javier, siempre el planificador, miró su reloj.En: Javier, always the planner, looked at his watch.Es: "Tenemos poco tiempo antes de que oscurezca," dijo con una pizca de ansiedad.En: "We have little time before it gets dark," he said with a hint of anxiety.Es: Raúl, con su actitud despreocupada, trató de calmar la tensión.En: Raúl, with his carefree attitude, tried to calm the tension.Es: "Podemos hacerlo," aseguró sonriendo, aunque en su interior temía perderse sin su GPS.En: "We can do it," he assured with a smile, although inside, he feared getting lost without his GPS.Es: Finalmente, Luz tomó una decisión.En: Finally, Luz made a decision.Es: "Voy a regresar sola un poco.En: "I'm going to go back a bit alone.Es: Confío en mi memoria," dijo, y se separó del grupo.En: I trust my memory," she said, and separated from the group.Es: Avanzó rápido por el camino que recordaba.En: She moved quickly along the path she remembered.Es: Recordó una gran roca cerca del lugar donde se había detenido.En: She recalled a large rock near the place where she had stopped.Es: Pronto, con la luz del atardecer alargándose sobre las ruinas, Luz vio su mochila.En: Soon, with the light of the sunset stretching over the ruins, Luz saw her backpack.Es: Estaba justo donde pensaba, peligrosamente cerca de un borde.En: It was right where she thought, dangerously close to an edge.Es: El sol ya casi se escondía detrás de las montañas, bañando todo en una dorada penumbra.En: The sun was almost setting behind the mountains, bathing everything in a golden twilight.Es: Con cuidado, Luz se acercó y estiró la mano para recuperarla.En: Carefully, Luz approached and reached out to retrieve it.Es: Había logrado su objetivo.En: She had achieved her goal.Es: Su mochila contenía el diario y otro tesoro invaluable: su renovada confianza en sí misma.En: Her backpack contained the diary and another invaluable treasure: her renewed self-confidence.Es: Regresó con Javier y Raúl, que ya esperaban ansiosos.En: She returned to Javier and Raúl, who were already waiting anxiously.Es: "¡Lo lograste!"En: "You did it!"Es: exclamó Raúl, aliviado.En: exclaimed Raúl, relieved.Es: Javier le dio una palmada en el hombro, admirando su valentía.En: Javier patted her on the shoulder, admiring her bravery.Es: El retorno al campamento fue tranquilo, con Luz sintiéndose más segura que nunca.En: The return to the camp was peaceful, with Luz feeling more confident than ever.Es: Había enfrentado su miedo y lo había superado.En: She had faced her fear and overcome it.Es: Para ella, Machu Picchu siempre sería un lugar mágico, lleno de lecciones de valor y confianza.En: For her, Machu Picchu would always be a magical place, full of lessons of courage and confidence.Es: Bajo el cielo estrellado, los tres amigos disfrutaron del momento, felices de estar juntos y seguros.En: Under the starry sky, the three friends enjoyed the moment, happy to be together and safe.Es: La aventura había valido la pena.En: The adventure had been worth it.Es: Luz sonrió con el corazón lleno, sabiendo que a veces, confiar en uno mismo es el verdadero reto.En: Luz smiled with a full heart, knowing that sometimes, trusting oneself is the true challenge. Vocabulary Words:the heart: el corazónthe shadows: las sombrasthe ruins: las ruinasthe peaks: los picosoptimistic: optimistato harbor: guardarthe worry: la inquietudto notice: notarthe backpack: la mochilathe weight: el pesoto propose: proponerthe planner: el planificadorthe tension: la tensióncarefree: despreocupadoto admire: admirarthe bravery: la valentíathe camp: el campamentopeaceful: tranquilothe confidence: la confianzathe lesson: la lecciónthe courage: el valorthe sky: el cielothe goal: el objetivothe edge: el bordethe sunset: el atardecerdistanced: separadoto retrieve: recuperarthe twilight: la penumbrathe self-confidence: la confianza en sí mismathe treasure: el tesoro

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S7EP13, Live Life With Passion with Werner Berger Werner Berger is proof that age is no barrier when passion leads the way. A Guinness World Records holder for conquering the Seven Summits, Werner has spent over forty years guiding leaders beyond limits—on mountains and in life. His next adventure? Climbing Kilimanjaro at ninety to launch a global peace movement. In this episode, Werner shares the essence of being unstoppable. You'll hear why real strength comes from connection, how micro-choices build daily courage, and why adventure is the ultimate teacher. This is more than a conversation. It's a call to rise—to dismantle fear, rewrite old beliefs, and step boldly into the life you were meant to lead. Werner Berger doesn't just talk about possibility—he lives it. And now, he invites you to do the same. Werner Berger is a corporate leadership consultant, author, speaker, and Guinness World Records holder as the oldest person to climb the Seven Summits. For more than four decades, he has inspired leaders and teams worldwide, combining strategic insight with transformative adventure experiences. Through treks to Everest Base Camp,Kilimanjaro, and Machu Picchu, Werner guides participants on “Their Hero's Journey,” where external challenge sparks deep personal growth. Featured in books, media, and film, he continues to push limits; now planning to summit Kilimanjaro at 90 to launch a Global Peace Initiative, titled The Global Ascent. Show Benefits: ~ Learn how to break free from limiting beliefs and live boldly. ~ Discover the Be-Do-Have framework for creating a life by design. ~ Understand why passion is alignment, not fleeting emotion. ~ Gain practical tools to build courage through daily micro-choices. ~ Explore how challenge and adventure ignite authentic growth. Website: wbgfoundation.org #VoicesOfCourage #TheCourageNetwork #KenDFoster #VOCS7EP13 #WernerBerger #LiveWithPassion #LeadershipThroughAdventure #SevenSummits #GuinnessWorldRecords #HeroJourney #PurposeDrivenLife #CourageousLiving #LimitlessMindset #PersonalGrowth #LeadershipInspiration #AdventureLeadership #PeakPerformance #LifeByDesign #GlobalPeace #InspiringLeaders #MotivationalPodcast #PersonalDevelopmentPodcast

Gissele: [00:00:00] With Martin Luther King, Jr Wright, does love have the power to turn an enemy into a friend? Gissele: Does it have the power to heal? we’re creating an inspiring documentary, courage to love the Power of Compassion, which explores their extraordinary stories of those who have chosen to do the unthinkable, love and forgive even those who are most hurtful. Through their journeys, we will uncover the profound impact of forgiveness and love. Gissele: Have not only of those offering it, but also on those receiving it.  In addition, we’ll hear from experts who will explore whether love and compassion are part of our human nature. And how we can bridge divides with those with disagree with. If you’d like to support our film, please donate a www M-A-I-T-R-I-C-E-N-T-R e.com/documentary. Gissele: That’s maitricentre.com/documentary. Hello and welcome to the Love and Compassion [00:01:00] Podcast with Gissele. We believe that love and compassion have the power to heal our lives and our world. Don’t forget to like and subscribe for more amazing content. Today we’re talking about how love binds us with others, including those of crossed over. Gissele: We’ll be talking with Rebecca Schaper about communicating with animals on the other side after the sudden and unexpected passing of Rebecca Schaper dog’s. Gus. She consulted animal communicator Sonny Mann, beginning a lengthy and revealing correspondence. Gissele: Sonny reported her dialogue with Gus in the afterlife at various times throughout the next year. This moving story includes the transcripts of those psychic sessions, along with Rebecca’s notes from her daily journal as she responds to both the earthly and spiritual guidance from Gus. His spirit describes his life in both worlds. Gissele: He urges her to embrace fully her life contract as a Shamaic practitioner and healer. Please join me in [00:02:00] welcoming Rebecca. Gissele: Hi, Rebecca. Hi. Rebecca: Thank you so much for having me. I’m looking forward to this wonderful conversation. Gissele: Thank you so much for being on the show. Can you tell our listeners a little bit about how you started this journey of, communicating with Gus on the other side. Rebecca: Sure. 2023. My dog Gus died unexpectedly on December 7th. Mm-hmm. he was six years old. He was my co-pilot. He was definitely my soul dog. It was as though we knew each other in the past life and we communicated to each other telepathically, and of course it broke my heart wide open. To the point where I was worse than losing my parents by suicide and. Rebecca: I’ve never felt grief like that in my life. So in January of [00:03:00] 2024, which was a month after he had passed away, I decided to reach out to a pet communicator because I knew I needed help. and I knew I could not do this on my own. Normally, I can work through situations. I’ve had some real trauma in my life, which I’m grateful for. Rebecca: because it’s definitely led me to a lot of love and compassion like your show. But I knew at this point I definitely needed help. So I communicated with Sonny, asked her if she’d be willing to communicate with my dog, Guss. And what she would do is she would, go into some type of trance is the correct. Rebecca: Word to use, but she was just able to have that strong telepathic connection and she would ask him questions. And then after she was done, I mean it wore her out. She told me, she said, it’s [00:04:00] very taxing on the body. And so after she was done with that first session. I was blown away with what, with what the information she had told me. Rebecca: And so fast forward, we had 10 sessions, so she would transcribe ’em to me because she lived in Australia and the time zone was difficult. And a couple of times we chatted with each other and then I would journal my comments to the comments between Gus and Sonny this book is a three way conversation and so there you go. Rebecca: And it, she was really able to provide a lot of healing for me. And Gissele: what were some of the messages thatwere unique to you in Gus’s experience that most people wouldn’t have known? Rebecca: Yes, I will definitely share a few. One of ’em was she saw the word beck [00:05:00] and Gus said, that’s my mom, Beck, her brother David calls her Beck and. Rebecca: There’s no way that Sonny would’ve known that. I mean, there’s just no way. Because he was communicating to her. He said, yes, that’s my mom. Beck, her brother David calls her back. Gissele: Mm-hmm. Rebecca: And then another one, which I felt was really profound. We hiked to Machu Picchu and the day one of the days was on my husband’s and i’s anniversary and I had to look down and there was, I wish I had it with me, but I think it’s on the altar table, Rebecca: it had a heart shaped stone. And I thought, oh my God, on that anniversary, how beautiful. So I kept it with me. Fast forward after Gus had passed away, I was sitting outside [00:06:00] and I was doing some meditation and just kind of working through, Rebecca: really tapping into the stone and some other stones I collected accidentally dropped the heart stone and it broken three pieces. Hmm. And I thought to myself, oh my gosh, is this a sign saying that my heart is broken? Of Gus. So I was devastated. Rebecca: The next day, I walked down, I go to this fire pit’s made outta stone and Guss and my daughter’s dog, Stella would always get on top of that fire pit and they would walk around it and try to find chipmunks. So this was like, you know, a constant thing. So anyway, I would go and put my bird seed on top of the rim of the fire pit so I could feed the birds. And I just happened to look down and there was a heart stone, almost the same shape and size. Gissele: Mm-hmm. Rebecca: And, to me I [00:07:00] was like, that. So profound and so stunning and it just warmed my heart completely. And, another one, I’m at my beach house now. Rebecca: We have this area where you can look out over the marsh, and he would always be with me in a red chair is a cushion. And he talked about the red chair and the fire pit looking out over the marsh to her. Mm-hmm. So there’s many more, but that’s what comes to the forefront to me as of now. Gissele: Were there any messages from Sonny and Gus around the relationship between human beings and animals and even the connection and nature that we might have lost? Rebecca: Oh, most definitely. Rebecca: I felt like Gus was trying to communicate, saying they always want to be with you. Gissele: Hmm. Always. Rebecca: they’re always there, They definitely can talk to [00:08:00] you. even the most subtle ways. They speak to you, they can speak to you through songs, which Gus used to speak to me through songs. Rebecca: There’s one of my favorite songs over the Rainbow. And they were unbelievable synchronicities when that song would come on when I was grieving. Mm-hmm. And I knew that was him. They communicate through numbers, they communicate, they can communicate in so many ways. One of the key factors is, is being aware of it Rebecca: It’s to me. It has opened my eyes wide open to whole different realms of communication and not just dogs, cats, any type of animal in nature. Rebecca: ’cause I am very much in tune with nature and they are here to help us. We just have to open up our hearts. [00:09:00] Open up our hearts and listen. trust is a big issue. And one other thing every time I would get a message that I knew intuitively, I knew that was something from Gus. Rebecca: I felt it in my body. I would always say thank you. I would. Be very heartfelt in saying thank you because it’s a gift. Gissele: Yeah. Yeah. It’s amazing how we’ve been taught that we are separate from animals and that there’s this hierarchy. Gissele: And so it probably is challenging for people to. To understand or believe that they can communicate with animals. there’s not this hierarchy that somehow human beings know better. Do you believe that people sort of have a contract or agreement even with their animals before they incarnate? Rebecca: Absolutely. Absolutely. I know I did with Gus and now we have a new dog, [00:10:00] Zeke. Gissele: Hmm. Rebecca: And he is from the same breed and from the same breeder, and how synchronicity led up to that. And he’s into my life for a reason as well. Mm. There is no doubt in my mind. I mean, I think about animals. You think about your family. Rebecca: I believe is a contract. Rebecca: if people will look for the lessons and the connection, or even if you’re out and about and you see somewhere and you’re like, God, that energy feels very similar. I feel like I know that person. Rebecca: That could be. A contract soul connection, but you just may not know at that time. Gissele: Yeah. is there some specific practices that you use to help you get in tune? Because sometimes our own emotions can get in the way. Gissele: I lost my dog last November and. I’m very, very grateful for the lessons and the being that he was. Gissele: But I also miss him a lot. [00:11:00] And I know my kids are eager to get another dog, but I’m just like, Gissele: It’s not the right time and I don’t want another dog. I want my dog back. Which is, can we pause Yeah. Rebecca: if you put that intention out Gissele: mm-hmm. Rebecca: Ask your dog. You can have your dog reincarnate and soul dog a new dog, but you’ll know. Gissele: True. Rebecca: you’ll know if you’re supposed to, and that dog, I promise, if you’re open and expanded to it and ask, it will happen. Gissele: my challenge Rebecca is, I also don’t wanna be the type of person that would hold back another soul for my own ego needs, right? Like my dog’s time with me was very, very special and he taught me so much. Gissele: But maybe his journey is to go on and do something else. Like I would never want to hold another soul hostage for my own needs. [00:12:00] And I think that’s what’s been preventing me from. Making that desire request. I’ve heard of from people, lots of different people like yourself included, talking about like, my dog has been reincarnated into this new dog. Gissele: I can feel it. And there signs and all of that stuff. That is wonderful. But I think one of the things my dog taught me was that, that loving without attachment and needing to hold onto the soul. the ability to be able to be grateful for the experiences we had and be open to different experiences. Gissele: I Rebecca: hear you and I validate exactly what you’re saying because I found myself the pain was so excruciating that I found myself forcing Gus to come back. Yeah. And I came to a point where I can’t do this. Gissele: Yeah. Rebecca: I can’t force it. If he’s supposed to come back, [00:13:00] then so be it. And I had to let go. Mm-hmm. So maybe in your situation, just say if, if it’s meant to be. It will be. If not, then you’re grateful for the time together. And that’s kind of how I’m at. Yeah. And I understand. Yeah. But I’ve heard people where their dogs have reincarnated. Rebecca: It’s pretty astounding some of the stories. Gissele: Mm-hmm. definitely. And I like what you said in terms of our willingness to let go because. Maybe my dog’s journey is to reincarnate and come back in a different way and have a different experience. Or maybe it’s not, I think it’s that willingness which I in the past have not had. Gissele: I think I it’s like you said, totally normal grieve those experiences. It was my first dog ever. and he was just so special And I didn’t wanna replace that dog and expect another dog to take that place, so, [00:14:00] Rebecca: exactly. Yeah. A lot of people feel guilty about Rebecca: that. Rebecca: And I felt guilty about that too. And I thought, okay, it’s amazing how Zeke, how everything aligned and am I going to love this dog as much as I did? Gus, am I gonna be fair Rebecca: to this? Rebecca: But it’s pretty incredible the gifts and the lessons that Zeke is showing us. And I do, I honestly say, and my husband feels this too, we do see Gus kind of soul dogging Zeke at times. Rebecca: I was told they’re brothers Gissele: Yeah, for sure. Rebecca: You’ll figure Speaker 9: it out. Gissele: How did compassion and love help you through the grieving process? Because every, all of us experience loss, Rebecca: My situation with Gus losing a dog or losing parents by suicide, that really opened up. My [00:15:00] heart opened up my compassion and to see other people suffering who have may have gone through that same trauma, Rebecca: it opens my heart up because I can hold space with that person. sometimes we wanna fix it for the individual, but it’s not our place to fix it. Gissele: did the fact that you don’t believe in death. I mean if you, if you went right away after your loss to find someone to communicate them, you must not believe in death. Gissele: Did that actually help you overcome ’cause to lose parents, to lose a dog that was your soul dog? Those, those are fairly significant losses. Did that awareness help you not feel grief in the same way? And what helped you gain that understanding that maybe there’s a little bit more to life than just this bag of bones in this particular experience and [00:16:00] time? Rebecca: Very good question. Rebecca: Mm-hmm. both of my parents dying by suicide and my brother passing away, I saw my mother at the doorway after she, passed away, I was able to connect with my father and my brother. There were ways that I could connect with him, so that helped me a lot because it gave me a sense that it’s not final. Rebecca: they’re still there. they’re the ones that still wanna help your path, your journey, your life here. And I believe that even though it was a difficult childhood, but I was same time, I was very blessed because it wouldn’t have been able to, do the documentary to help others, all of that. Rebecca: It, it was a curse, but a blessing in the same way. And I’m forever grateful for it. And I, to this day, and until I die, I will always believe [00:17:00] that. My life steps have been interesting situations, but it has just opened up so much more. And different ways to look at death. Rebecca: I do not think death is final Gissele: though. Yeah. And I think that’s one of like the biggest hurdles that humanity has to overcome. I think that our fear of death is so huge that I think if we could realize that there isn’t death, not death in the way that we perceive it to be, that we stop existing and we’re just nothing we think that’ll open up people to be more courageous and to truly live their dreams. Gissele: But I think people’s fear of death can feel really challenging and It’s hard for us to understand that there is much more beyond even if you’ve had spiritual experiences to truly believe that, this life is just one chapter in a larger book of this being that encompasses this [00:18:00] particular body. Rebecca: I’m one of those that I know I’ll reincarnate again. Think about our ancestors. Gissele: Yeah. Rebecca: they’re here to help. Even on the land of wherever you walk, everywhere you go, the ancestors are there to help. Rebecca: It’s just opening, opening and expanding yourself Gissele: to tune Rebecca: in. Gissele: Yeah, so were you aware before your communication with Gus that you had a life contract as a Shamanic practitioner and healer? Or was it something that you discovered in your communication with Gus, through Sonny or Personally? Rebecca: I’ve always wanted. To do that. you know, it’s interesting you say that ’cause I go back and look in my journals and I have written years and years that that’s what I wanted to [00:19:00] do. And so prior to Gus’s death, it was, 23 in October is when I started working with the shamans Rebecca: And when Gus passed away, he was pushing me on the other side I don’t know how he knew that. You know, here’s the thing. I think dogs, even though we’re, if I was standing in right here, and say, Zeke or Gus was here, they’re so in tune to what we do energetically Rebecca: I’m sure Gus was in tune to what I was doing Gissele: so what are some of the things you’ve learned from your shamanic teachers about sort of this consciousness evolution that human beings seem to be going through? Rebecca: it’s a balance between here and the upper world. Speaker 7: Mm-hmm. We Rebecca: try to walk that balance, and the best way I can explain for myself is just Exude as much light as I can and be the true [00:20:00] person that I am. Of course, there are days where I can be crunchy you know, I’m human, but I can get myself back into balance and I just, Rebecca: I don’t like focusing on all the chaos and bringing a negative energy to that because I think that exacerbates it. I just try to be a positive light and maybe just saying hello to some person you don’t know, a smile on their face, who’s to say you may have made their day. Rebecca: Simple things like that. Gissele: Yeah, and I think you said two key things. Number one is the balance. I think that if we, each of us individually on our journeys found a balance, then I think that then we could create systems that were more balanced than they currently are now, and have leaders that, you know, reflect that balance. Gissele: And you [00:21:00] mentioned the importance of. Little tiny things. People think, well, you know, we gotta fix the war in Gaza. Or, you know, there’s all these other wars that are happening that are not being reported. Just living a life of love and compassion and light and kindness towards others. Like you said has a ripple effect. Gissele: ’cause many people, they’re war within their own homes. Yes. They’re in war, within their own relationships and they, they’re not willing to fix war, fix it Rebecca: themselves. Gissele: Yeah. And they’re not willing to fix that. But then they wanna fix the world, which really doesn’t make a lot of sense because the world really is a mirror of all of us. Gissele: And so fixing ourselves I think would go a long way and, and really. Helping us heal as, as a humanity, right? Rebecca: Yes. And, I also believe we’re having to, go through all this Hmm. To get to the light. [00:22:00] Truly, this is a very phenomenal time right now in history. It certainly feels phenomenal. Rebecca: but, it’s like clearing all the stuff to get to where we really wanna be. I know it’s tough, but Yeah. We just have to stay strong and stay in joy. Try to stay in joy. I go in nature all the time. Mm-hmm. that’s my balanced place. Nature. Gissele: Yeah. Rebecca: Yeah. And no doubt. Gissele: Yeah, definitely. And what helps you stay in Joy when it feels like sometimes the world is so chaotic, or When our minds are so chaotic. What helps you stay in joy? You mentioned nature. Are there any other things that you do to keep Rebecca: your joy? my dog, my husband, my family. Rebecca: Of course, when I wake up and I look at the sunrise, it’s just an experience that I have and that brings me such joy and [00:23:00] I’m make it a point to do that every day and close the evening. Same way watching the sunset. Rebecca: Mm-hmm. Because it’s very important to me. Gissele: Yeah. appreciating all the beauty, yes. That already exists that’s one of the issues with electronics, right? Like people really focus on their social media or electronics, but we’re missing all the beauty and the wonder that is outside, that is present right now. Rebecca: Yes. It’s, even the subtle things in life. Mm-hmm. Yes. It’s like stepping out and seeing an incredible cardinal. The coloring. Gissele: Yeah. So going back to the conversation with animals. So did the relationship with Sonny and in conversation with Gus help you then become more attuned with communicating with other animals? Rebecca: Yes. Gissele: What about insects? I Rebecca: I struggle with the insects. I have to be honest here and I, ’cause I’m very honest. [00:24:00] Speaker 7: Yeah. I often Rebecca: since insects except for fleas, mosquitoes and roaches and ticks. I’ll just try to scoop it up and put it outside. Rebecca: Mm-hmm. Somewhere I got a tick on the back of me two weeks ago, I know they’re all part of creation, but there’s just something about that. Gissele: nice. There’s a real struggle there’s an aspect of me that is like everything is of God and source universe, right? Gissele: And I’m not separate from anything. And at the same time, there’s a small part of me that still sees herself as a victim, which is like, that could bite me and has bit me. that could hurt me So I don’t wanna experience that. And so that memory, it’s hard for me to be in that kind of harmony with nature in that sense and see myself as not separate from it. Rebecca: I really try to get in that mindset, but when that insect does something Rebecca: to my [00:25:00] animal, to my dog, I, Rebecca: Do what I gotta do. Gissele: I wonder why they cause so much chaos. My husband and I were talking about this like where did this mosquitoes come from? Gissele: There’s this country that doesn’t have mosquitoes. I can’t remember which country it is. Apparently they’ve Rebecca: really weird. Yeah, Gissele: that’s what I was trying to remember. I don’t know. I saw it on social media. Gissele: I don’t know is it possible for us to live in harmony with all beings? Rebecca: That’s a really good question, and I think it’s a really. Tough one for a lot of people because you know, if you’re being infested by mosquitoes or stinging flies. Rebecca: That’s, yeah. Well, Gissele: my daughter was saying, because we go for walks, If you wear a dragonfly hat, the bugs will not bug you because Dragonflies are a natural predator. Oh yeah, because, so I order some from Amazon. Rebecca: Oh my God. Gissele: What is it called? Share [00:26:00] Dragon. Fly clips. So this was all over TikTok just a fake dragonfly that you can clip on your hat or you can clip it somewhere in your body and they will not come near you because they’ll think that it’s a real dragonfly and dragonflies are natural predators and so they won’t come near you. Gissele: Yeah. I haven’t tried it yet, but I’ve ordered it Rebecca: I do use, use all natural repellents like garlic. Yeah. Or apple cider vinegar. I’ve heard that works. Oh, okay. Yeah. So, Gissele: There’s hope. There is absolutely hope so that we don’t have to harm them and they can leave us alone. Gissele: So, yeah, it’s like, hopefully that works because I don’t wanna kill them and I don’t wanna put bug off stuff on my person. they have a right to exist. I just have a right to not be bitten. So if the dragonflies can help me, that would be good. Rebecca: I’m going to get that. Rebecca: I love it. Gissele: So tell us a little bit about your book. When does it come out? Rebecca: Okay. It, it was published April 9th. Oh, nice. Gissele: Okay. Rebecca: And it’s on Amazon. People can order it on [00:27:00] Amazon, and if people wanna reach out to me, it’s rebeccaschaper.com. Gissele: Sounds good. and you have a previous book you said. Rebecca: Yes, it’s the backbone of the Sister’s Call documentary that I had a calling to. Rebecca: That’s a whole different story. And then the light in his soul lessons from my brother’s schizophrenia. here’s one thing I would love for your audience to take away, is you think you’re going down one way with your career. I had no idea. I’m not a filmmaker. Rebecca: I’m not a writer. I had never written a book, any of that, but I had people walk into my life. So you have people. That help you for your purpose, and the universe will course correct you. You’re like, okay, I got this calling, so I need to listen and I need to make it happen. Gissele: Hmm. Yeah. I totally agree with that. Gissele: That has been [00:28:00] my experience as well, in terms of being called to do something. I never thought like this podcast is one of ’em, right. I thought I was gonna be working within the child welfare system until the day that I died. And so, yeah, like doing some of the things I’ve done were sort of like a higher calling, but not anything that my ego self had thought or desired. Gissele: Right. Right. none of these things were in my plan. Rebecca: Yeah. It comes totally unexpected. You’re like, what? It’s like a download and Gissele: Yeah, and, The interesting part is that sometimes it doesn’t mean what you think it means either, right? so like you was guided to write a book and then I thought, well, maybe the book is it. Gissele: This is what I’m gonna do, and it did well. But then that wasn’t supposed to be the thing. Because then because of the book, I did a TEDx talk and because of the TEDx talk, I’m now doing this documentary, so it’s steps I couldn’t have put [00:29:00] together. and what you had said earlier, it takes an enormous amount of trust. Gissele: Yes. even with communicating with animals on the other side. It takes trust because it goes against the grain of what we’ve been taught. We’ve been taught that, you know, seeing is believing, right? it’s only what I can physically touch or feel with my senses that is real or truth. what helped you gain trust in your life in that inner guidance or voice? Rebecca: Doing the documentary, it took 14 years. Gissele: Oh, wow. Yeah. Can you talk a little bit about it? Rebecca: Sure. It’s a documentary about my families when I was growing up. There’s sexual abuse in there. there’s alcoholism talked about in there. There’s suicide talked about in there. And mental health. Both my mother and brother were quote. Rebecca: Diagnosed with [00:30:00] paranoid schizophrenia, and to this day, I’ll never believe that. I think they were hearing other dimensions, but anyway. Mm-hmm. Gissele: Mm-hmm. Rebecca: My brother left and was missing for 20 years, but I always knew he was alive, always, and through a miracle. It was time for us to find each other and he was the catalyst of the film. Rebecca: And that’s when I got this calling. And I wanted to, express to people that he’s not this diagnosis. He is a person’s he is an incredible loving individual very. Observant and he passed away 2012. his contract was up and but the thing is, I learned so much through doing all of this and I hope that people were, able to relate [00:31:00] that. Rebecca: having, medication isn’t always the cure and I fought for that for a long time. So it’s a very vulnerable, very transparent, it speaks the truth and it’s a tough film to watch but it’s a also a very happy film.And it gives people hope and it’s through forgiveness and compassion. Gissele: Which I feel are very important messages. It’s interesting. I used to work at somewhere called cmh, which was a center for mental health and addictions. And I used to help as a student run a social program for people who were diagnosed with schizophrenia. And I remember having a conversation with individuals and they would talk about how. Gissele: The awareness that they had when they would have episodes some of the reasons why they didn’t take their medication, especially young women, they would gain weight. And so they didn’t feel that the doctors always understood the [00:32:00] other impacts of the medication and the stigma that they felt that was out there like every person who is diagnosed with schizophrenia is violent. Gissele: And somehow it’s gonna lead to them killing someone, which was not true at all. These people were very kind and generous, and, compassionate. and vulnerable. They were more vulnerable to harm themselves than to harm someone else. But there’s always this misconception because there’s always so much fear you know, fear causes us to kind of dehumanize others, right? Gissele: Because we’re so stuck in survival. Documentaries like yours and conversations really help us have more compassion for others when we have greater understanding that just because somebody’s going through something does not mean that they’re gonna harm someone else. Gissele: And so I think that’s a very important message. Rebecca: Absolutely. And I felt like that with the voices that he was hearing, because he was extremely empathic. [00:33:00] Gissele: Mm-hmm. And Rebecca: he was just tuning in. And my mother, same thing. They were tuning in and they didn’t know how to channel all these voices that they were hearing from dimensions. Gissele: of course. Yeah, So last question. What is your definition of unconditional love? Rebecca: Oh, that’s such a good question. Hmm. Seeing the person for who they really are Gissele: Hmm. Mm-hmm. Rebecca: Let them be seen for who they really are without any judgment. Gissele: Yeah. Yeah. You could remove the lens of judgment. We could see each other as as authentically as we truly are. Exactly the beautiful way to end. Rebecca: Thank you, and I thoroughly enjoyed this conversation. Yeah. I’m so glad we could connect. Gissele: Yes, me too. Thank you so, so much for being [00:34:00] on the show, and thank you for those who tune into the Love and Compassion Podcast with Gissele Rebecca: Bye bye. Thank you.

This recap episode reflects on the soulful conversation with tarot reader and spiritual mentor Frances Naudé, unpacking why tarot is best understood as a self-reflection tool. Brad and Lesley explore how intuition is often quiet, subtle, and easy to overlook, and how tarot can act as a structured way to pause, journal, and build self-trust. This grounded discussion invites listeners to see intuition as a daily practice—one that supports clearer decisions and more aligned action over time.If you have any questions about this episode or want to get some of the resources we mentioned, head over to LesleyLogan.co/podcast https://lesleylogan.co/podcast/. If you have any comments or questions about the Be It pod shoot us a message at beit@lesleylogan.co mailto:beit@lesleylogan.co. And as always, if you're enjoying the show please share it with someone who you think would enjoy it as well. It is your continued support that will help us continue to help others. Thank you so much! Never miss another show by subscribing at LesleyLogan.co/subscribe https://lesleylogan.co/podcast/#follow-subscribe-free.In this episode you will learn about:Tarot as guided self-reflection rather than fortune telling.How intuition shows up quietly and builds through daily repetition.Using tarot cards as structured prompts for journaling and self-awareness.How tarot shifted from a self-reflection tool to feared over time.Training intuitive trust through small, low-stakes daily decisions.Episode References/Links:Cambodia Retreat Waitlist - https://crowsnestretreats.comAgency Mini - https://prfit.biz/miniContrology Pilates Conference in Poland - https://xxll.co/polandContrology Pilates Conference in Brussels - https://xxll.co/brusselsPilates on Tour in London - https://xxll.co/potSubmit your wins or questions - https://beitpod.com/questions Online Pilates Classes - https://onlinepilatesclasses.com/youtubeFrances Naude's Website - https://www.francesnaude.comFrances Naude's YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@francesnaudeFree Intro to Tarot Online Course - https://beitpod.com/intrototarotEpisode 157: Kate Wind - https://beitpod.com/bitysiep157 If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating and leave us a review on iTunes, Podcast Addict, Podchaser or Castbox. https://lovethepodcast.com/BITYSIDEALS! 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It echoes what you already know and maybe what you're ignoring. When you draw a card in tarot, the card has some sort of meaning. Lesley Logan 0:18  Welcome to the Be It Till You See It podcast where we talk about taking messy action, knowing that perfect is boring. I'm Lesley Logan, Pilates instructor and fitness business coach. I've trained thousands of people around the world and the number one thing I see stopping people from achieving anything is self-doubt. My friends, action brings clarity and it's the antidote to fear. Each week, my guest will bring bold, executable, intrinsic and targeted steps that you can use to put yourself first and Be It Till You See It. It's a practice, not a perfect. Let's get started.Brad Crowell 1:02  Take it away. Lesley Logan 1:02  Welcome back to the Be It Till You See It interview recap where my co-host in life are going to dig into the soulful, soulful, soulful. Brad Crowell 1:10  The soulful.Lesley Logan 1:11  The soulful convo I had with Frances Naudé in our last episode. If you haven't yet listened to that interview, feel free to pause this now and go back and listen to that one, and then come back to this. You guys, this is the episode that kicked off my hobby. This is the one.Brad Crowell 1:27  And as a bystander of said hobby, I am going to tell you, Lesley has been incredibly consistent with this hobby for, what, four or five months now? Six months? Lesley Logan 1:38  Well, when I interviewed her. Six months? Brad Crowell 1:40  I don't have any idea. Lesley Logan 1:41  From the time that this, they listen to this, and then the time I interviewed her, I think we're at six months, four months. At any rate, I went full in on it, like the ADHD woman that I am, where you buy all the things my life makes so much sense now that I know that that's part of ADHD. You just buy. Brad Crowell 1:58  July. Lesley Logan 1:58  July, right. Brad Crowell 1:59  July. Lesley Logan 2:00  So, and this is January, yeah. So I bought all the things that one would need to study, a tarot, three different study guides and a app. But unlike all the other things that I have tried out, I have still been using all of the things, yeah. And there's a deck in every room. You can draw a card at any time.Brad Crowell 2:19  And you're, you know, reading about it, writing notes and being consistent, it's been great.Lesley Logan 2:25  I really like it, and so by the time you listen to this, I will have started drawing a card for each day so that I can do self-reflection daily. Yeah. So anyways, there we are. But okay, Brad's like, I know. All right, so they don't know. Brad Crowell 2:40  They do not know what is today.Lesley Logan 2:42  Today is January 15th, 2026, and it's Wikipedia Day. Brad Crowell 2:47  Wikipedia Day. Lesley Logan 2:48  So, and just so you all know, you can start getting ready, because my birthday is coming up. It's not yet, but it's coming up January 15th isn't it? Well, they don't know.Brad Crowell 2:57  Just making sure that everyone else, that has nothing to do with Wikipedia Day, but Lesley is preparing for her birthday.Lesley Logan 3:03  If they're gonna send anything, the time is coming down, because it's 11 days away. Brad Crowell 3:07  If they're gonna send something, send it to Wikipedia instead. Lesley Logan 3:11  No. Brad Crowell 3:12  Yeah. Send money to Wikipedia instead.Lesley Logan 3:14  No. Send money to your local SPCA group, not the major one that does the sad commercials, you're local one, okay, or you can send it up to Nevada's, and in my name, they'll, they already know me. Lesley Logan 3:25  Okay, so January 15th is an occasion that celebrates the birth and formation of Wikipedia, the free online encyclopedia. Almost every single person in the world knows what Wikipedia is. When we search for something, a Wikipedia link is the first thing that pops up on our search engines. Brad Crowell 3:40  More often than not. Lesley Logan 3:41  It is also a popular site since it provides in-depth information and presents everything in a user friendly way. I love Wikipedia because of like, who is that person married to? You can just go right to that part, like, it's like a here's the bullet points. Okay, in-depth information and presents everything in a user friendly way. So without further ado, let's dedicate this day to the information provider that has been feeding us with the knowledge since day one. Happy Wikipedia Day, and surprise, I should have a Wikipedia page now. It's been a multi year journey. I think how I don't know how long Brad has been working on this project to gather all the information and create this page. I'm really excited about it.Brad Crowell 4:17  It's because I wanted to create a Wikipedia page that we hired a press person. Lesley Logan 4:22  Years ago. Brad Crowell 4:23  Years ago. Lesley Logan 4:23  Yeah. And by the way, how long? Like, there's rules, like, not everyone could just have a Wikipedia.Brad Crowell 4:28  Yeah, no, it's, it's not, you can't just write a story and put it up there. Everything has to be validated and, you know, credible and linked to other things. It's, you know. Lesley Logan 4:28  Because, like, you can't just go. Brad Crowell 4:29  It's intentionally factual and historic.Lesley Logan 4:39  Like, Charlie next door just can't go, like, I'm gonna make a Wikipedia page for myself. Brad Crowell 4:47  I mean, he could, but then the moderators would take it down the next day. Lesley Logan 4:50  Right. Brad Crowell 4:51  Yeah. Lesley Logan 4:51  Right. Brad Crowell 4:53  Right. And, I mean, it's also, you know, you can actually go onto Wikipedia and make any change you want to any page on there. Surprise, you can do that. That, but then it will be reviewed and either changed back or corrected or updated or whatever, or again validated. So, you know, the pages that are constantly growing, it's because there's external like verification for the source of this new information that's being added. It's very intentional. And the reality is, we didn't have the links back, the backlinks, to be able to say, well, Lesley did this. Lesley did that, or whatever, whatever, whatever.Lesley Logan 5:31  Because you can't just go, I did these things. They have to go. Where is the proof? Somewhere else that someone else can validate. You know that you did those things. Brad Crowell 5:38  Exactly. Lesley Logan 5:38  Yeah. But I'm now old enough. Brad Crowell 5:39  Congratulations. Lesley Logan 5:39  I'm famous enough, yeah. And if you want to, you know, look, Wikipedia does a thing every December where they want money, because they actually are free for you to use. And they need, they do a money drive every year. So if you want to give them their money, they're a worthy cause, yeah.Brad Crowell 5:52  I mean, I think I give them $3.50 a month through PayPal. Lesley Logan 5:57  Oh, well, that's so fun. Brad Crowell 5:58  I've been doing it for years. Yeah. Because if everybody does every time they do their drive every year, they say, if everyone just gave $3 then we would have all our bills paid for, right? And I was like, well, I can do $3 a month. How about that? Yeah.Lesley Logan 6:12  That's so thoughtful. Anyways, Brad and I are driving back from Palm Springs today. Brad Crowell 6:12  Right now. Lesley Logan 6:12  We were on vacation. Yeah, we went on vacation, and we're driving, and it's beautiful. We're probably picking up more cactuses because there is a cactus shop on the way from Palm Springs. Well, at least the way we go from Palm Springs home. So we'll have to see which cactus where we don't have yet that we want more of. And then, right now, the early bird discount for the retreat that is this year is happening.,Brad Crowell 6:12  Yeah, for Cambodia. Pilates Retreat. Lesley Logan 6:18  So if you've got an email about it. You are one of the few people who got it, and there's way too many of you on the waitlist that we could take on this year's retreat. So you definitely want to snag your spot before they're all gone, before the discount ends. Brad Crowell 6:49  Yeah, and no lie, we've already had people sign up. We had, like, secret invitation to some people, and so some spots were already snagged, and then we're already halfway through the early bird, so definitely, if this has been something that's on your radar, do not wait on this. Lesley Logan 7:06  You want to come. Brad Crowell 7:07  Yeah, go to crowsnestretreats.com for more information. But for those of you who are on the waitlist, check your email.Lesley Logan 7:14  Yeah, and if we are in your spam you need to tell your your spam folder that we are important people.Brad Crowell 7:19  Yeah, hello. We've Wikipedia page. Lesley Logan 7:21  Right. What does it take to get out of the promotions folder? Damn it. Okay.Brad Crowell 7:26  All right. Next month, February. Lesley Logan 7:28  Is Agency Mini, and it is for Pilates instructors and studio owners who work for themselves or want to, and they want their business to actually not just make the impact that they want to make, but also more than pay their bills, to have to align with their values, align with their goals, feel like they're more in charge of it all. And it's just a really beautiful program that we do. It's three days of your life, and it has replay access. And we've made some additional changes to this one from last time. So you're gonna want to go to prfit.biz/mini to sign up for the waitlist, because those on the waitlist will get the early bird. The early bird is coming up pretty close, because if it's happening in February, we always do an early bird a couple weeks out, so you don't want to miss that. After Mini, in March, Brad and I are going to go to Poland and then to Brussels. So there's a Contrology Pilates conference in Poland. xxll .co/poland I'm teaching alongside Karen Frischmann there. It's going to be a whole lot of fun. We've done it a couple years before, and then we're gonna be at the Pilates and Friends or the Vintage and Friends event at Els Studio Pilateles in Brussels xxll.co/brussels there are private and group classes, and then there's also these amazing workshops. Oh, and one of my dear friends who I haven't seen in years, is going to be at the Brussels one as well, so I'm super excited to teach alongside him again. It's been, it's been since, like, we were together at Jay's studio, so awesome. And then in April, Brad, so after that, Brad and I are gonna do a little second honeymoon, why not.Brad Crowell 8:53  Well, to celebrate our 10 years of marriage, that's one.Lesley Logan 8:56  Yeah, well, yeah. But like, why not? Is like, of course you would, yeah. And then we're going to be at the P.O.T. in London. xxll.co/pot will get you the information up at the London stuff. The lineup is amazing. It's our first time doing a P.O.T. in London. So that's really exciting. And that's actually also, by the way, these events are the only events outside our tour that you can hang out with us other than the retreat. That's it. Closing the schedule guys.Brad Crowell 9:23  Whoa, whoa, whoa, all right, before we go any further, we had an audience question, and today's question is from YouTube, from The Alternatives to the Pilates Teaser for Lower Back Issues video, Kelly asks, hey, actually, it's kellynyhan7909. Hi, Kelly. She said, Hey, could you share a class that is using a floor or standing using the floor, slash standing and a chair? Could you share a class? If that's possible. I've gone through the list of mat exercises and created my own ie side twist sitting and saw but I'm wondering if more for an aging population. It, if it would be good for all i also use the standing exercises from another video for the 100, the roll up, one leg, single leg, circle marching, etc. Lesley Logan 9:49  Great. So. Brad Crowell 9:50  You're gonna have to break down this question for me, because I don't actually have an idea what this question actually is.Brad Crowell 10:08  So, the idea, so she definitely asked a question has nothing to do with the video, which we tell people that they can do anytime they want. Brad Crowell 10:21  True. Lesley Logan 10:21  So what you want to look at, Kelly, on the YouTube channel is we actually released a entire long form video about how to do Pilates at work. So there's going to be some great suggestions. You can draw some inspiration from there, if not use them completely. We also have on the YouTube channel a standing workout. There's a whole workout you can do standing. There's a wall workout, a real wall pilates workout. And then over on OPC, Mindy created a really great stretch class using a chair. And you can use she was on a Wunda Chair, but Brad was on a regular chair, and it spliced in there. So I would definitely grab that workshop, or maybe it was a stretch class. It was another legacy tab, and that's what I would do. And the other thing I would just give you permission on is, after you've done all that, that's a lot of movements, right? A lot of exercises. And our bodies actually only do so many different movement directions. And so you don't have to keep getting creative. You actually need they can get more curious and more connected. So I would get all those inspirations together, find out the ones that work best for the population you're working with, and then make them get better at it. And if they if that's not just time that's going to help them, then what other exercises outside of those things would help them? What props, what tools, you can use the Accessories Deck and OPC to help you with that. So yeah, I understood the question. Brad Crowell 10:21  Great, amazing. Lesley Logan 10:21  Probably a good thing, since I'm answering it, go to beitpod.questions to send yours in.Brad Crowell 10:50  Nope, beitpod.com/questions Lesley Logan 10:50  beitpod.com/questions and then submit your questions and maybe send up send a win, too. Something to celebrate. Brad Crowell 10:50  Yeah, send us your wins, y'all. Lesley Logan 11:49  You can also text us at 310-905-5534. Okay. Frances Naudé.Brad Crowell 11:58  Yeah, stick around. We will be right back. Brad Crowell 12:01  Okay, now let's talk about Frances Naudé. Frances Naudé is a Reiki Master, tarot reader and spiritual mentor who helps people reconnect with their intuition and live in alignment with their true selves. She's also the creator of the Four Noble Tarot Deck. Tarot Deck.Lesley Logan 12:19  You can see Tarot. Deena says, tarot. Brad Crowell 12:22  Oh, okay, and offers free tarot readings and energy guidance.Lesley Logan 12:28  Frances might say tarot, but.Brad Crowell 12:31  On YouTube, along with regular insights on Instagram from her global community, for her global community, that she affectionately calls The Soul Fam, guided by her belief that intuition is our greatest tool, Frances teaches others to trust their inner wisdom and lead with joy, courage and authenticity.Lesley Logan 12:50  Oh, my God. I was just so excited. I was like, okay, I have so many questions. Tell me everything.Brad Crowell 12:55  I really enjoyed your one question about the history.Lesley Logan 13:00  Oh, are we gonna talk about that today, or is that not in today?Brad Crowell 13:03  We are gonna. Lesley Logan 13:04  Skip it today? Brad Crowell 13:05  Well, no, it's not, it's not on here, but I thought it was very interesting. So yeah, let's just talk about it. Lesley Logan 13:09  Let me tell you something, because I think there's more to the story. And obviously we had a short period of time, so I asked her where tarot, tarot came from, right? And she's like, like, how controversial we want to be. And I said, I want to know the truth. And so she said the church, the church had it, and then the church. Brad Crowell 13:26  She said it was around before the church, but she said the church basically, adoted it. Lesley Logan 13:30  Well, they appropriated it. That's a better word for what the church does, and they appropriated it. And then, you know, you would go to the church to get support over something you were thinking about contemplating, and then they would help you use it as a self-reflection tool. Because the printing press wasn't big, and only rich people could have tarot decks painted for them, right?Brad Crowell 13:50  Right. So can you just say that one sentence? They would help you, using the tarot, tarot cards as a self-reflection tool. They would use tarot cards as a self-reflection tool. Lesley Logan 14:04  Yeah, well, and that's like, that's gonna go into what I love about what we talked about. Brad Crowell 14:13  But let's keep going with the history. Lesley Logan 14:09  Okay, so then the printing press became a thing, and so then people could just print their own tarot decks, and then they didn't need to go to the church. And so obviously that was like, not gonna work for the church, because then they'd be obsolete. So they made tarot decks be like. Brad Crowell 14:25  Well, I'm sure you tithe to have your reading or whatever, to have your self-reflection, so effectively it was costing them money. So what did they do? They made, they demonized tarot decks. Lesley Logan 14:35  The same thing they did with women healers. They demonized those too. They demonized. That's why the reason we have witches, witchcraft, all these things, is like, oh, that one point it served the church, and another point they decided to get rid of it, because it would mean they didn't have as much power. And now it became a witchy pagan thing. And let me tell you, after I heard this, I felt like my whole life was a lie. I was like, oh, my God, everything. I've ever been told that is evil and bad was actually good. It's all been good, right? You know. So anyways, we can talk about the witches they burned on another day. But I talked to Kate Wind, who we've had on the pod before, and I said, Kate, how come I didn't know that tarot decks came from the church? And she said, well, the church, we think the church took them from the Romanians, like, which the word you don't use anymore, but like Romanian gypsies, for lack of a better, like, what we're gonna call them. However, there's also some information that could have been from India as well. Brad Crowell 15:43  Interesting. Lesley Logan 15:33  But you know what? Just like we've been to Cambodia, and you're at the temples, and they're like, exactly the opposite of Machu Picchu what is what is. Brad Crowell 15:43  They're opposite on the globe. Lesley Logan 15:45  Right and so and so, it's like, to me, when I hear these things could be at the same time. It's like, because there was this human knowing that there's another way to figure out what's going on inside you. And so tarot doesn't actually tell you anything new, it echoes what you already know and maybe what you're ignoring. And so when you draw a card in tarot, the card has some sort of meaning. We'll just talk about like the upright position has some sort of meaning, right? And what you're supposed to do is reflect upon that meaning in your own life. And so I've been studying in different ways. Like I was talking to one of my besties on the phone yesterday, and she was talking about how she's doing this inventory in her life, and she's letting go of people who don't like ping back her serve, right? You know, like you gotta, it's gotta be or that she's not pinging back on them. And I was. Brad Crowell 16:36  It has to be mutual. Lesley Logan 16:37  It has to be mutual. Get this, one of the card I was studying yesterday was the moon, and the moon is this card where you're like, okay, what in my life is an illusion? Where am I? Where am I off the I'm on the wrong path. Where am I needing to let go of some things.Brad Crowell 16:53  Sorry, did you say where am I lying to myself? Lesley Logan 16:56  Yeah. Brad Crowell 16:56  Oh, recurring theme from last week's.Lesley Logan 16:58  Yeah, right. Same, same, exactly, well. And by the way, you are just doing the exact same thing you should do with tarot, which is, like you did something today. We recorded last week's show, and now you're learning about this card, and so you're using it as a way to think differently or think deeper about, self-reflection. And so I'm telling you guys right now. I mean, Frances said so many more amazing things, but like, this is the thing, if my therapist had told me pick up a tarot deck and journal, I would have been, my life problems have been solved a long time ago. Because I, this has been like, what am I supposed to reflect on? You know what I mean, like, is that not like the question you, like when people say self-reflect, like you have to do self-reflection. Like, do you ever wonder what that means? I just don't. I was like, what does that mean, though? How do I do that?Brad Crowell 17:46  Yeah, sure, but I mean, I don't know that. I usually, I'm, if I'm self-reflecting, it's because there's something that is wrong, and I'm I'm probably self-reflecting about that thing. I'm not just generally self-reflecting. Lesley Logan 17:59  Okay, well, that's good, but also you're that sounds like you're only doing it when something's gone wrong. You're not doing it when something's gone right. Brad Crowell 18:04  Well, sure. Lesley Logan 18:05  Right, and so in tarot, you could have something going well, or you could or it could be, like there could be you can use it as a yes, no, decision maker like to help you make decisions in your life. But like, everything is about it has guidance and information and the symbols, and, like we talked about that, and it helps you kind of understand, it actually helps you have empowerment. That's what she said. She said it really is all about empowerment and helping people be able to navigate their own inner wisdom and then apply it forward. And I think that's the coolest thing about it. It's like a lot of us have so much goodness, and we can only give it to our friends. We can never give it to ourselves. Brad Crowell 18:38  Yeah. So this is where it's interesting for me, right? Because, like, first off, I think that, like this interview, I found very curious. I actually really like listening to Frances. I think, I think it was revealing. There was also some things that were, like, definitely a double woo on the woo scale that I was kind of like, you know, but, but here's where I also think. Lesley Logan 18:59  Brad, remember, we went to two woos, starting 2025. Brad Crowell 19:02  Okay, but let's, let's, then she's in the 2.5s. So, so here's the thing, she also is not just doing tarot. She's also doing Reiki, right? And yoga. She's a yogi as well, like energy work, all that kind of stuff. So there's definitely she's got a lot going on. And so her answers were not exclusive to tarot. Right? And that's where, like, sometimes I was kind of going, well, you know, like, I've actually, you know, had Reiki performed on me and all that kind of stuff in the past as well. So I don't, I don't discount energy work. I think that it's, you know, we all have, we literally have a scientific magnetic field. I get it. I understand that it can be influenced with things and all the stuff. So I don't, I'm not saying no to that, either. But what I, I think that, having grown up in the church and having been like, told that like, you know, basically, tarot is the devil, you know, and looking at it like you know, effectively, it's almost like fortune telling, like, you know, you look at tarot, it's always in movies put alongside somebody with a crystal ball reading your future, and it's always portrayed as utter bullshit.Lesley Logan 20:10  Yes, I think that was part of the programming. So we would avoid it.Brad Crowell 20:13  I think so, too, you know, but, but that's just the that's where I'm coming from with it. That's the worldview that I've had my entire life, until I'm, you know, watching you do this, and listening to her talk about it. So, you know, I think that there's still that weirdness around well, when I'm having somebody else read my tarot cards, you know, this is not fortune telling, right? And I think that's what we should be very clear. They're not just making shit up. Lesley Logan 20:39  Correct. And even when you have, when you do go get a reading like Kate does them. Brad Crowell 20:43  Is it a back and forth, like you're, you know.Lesley Logan 20:45  You didn't have, you didn't get one from Lindsay? You didn't get one from Lindsay? Eric's place years ago.Brad Crowell 20:51  Maybe I can't remember, I think I did, but I can't remember. But, but the, but, like, the question I had, like, it's not like I'm sitting there in silence. They're flipping cards and telling you what's going to happen. It's more of a conversation and the person is helping you come to these conclusions.Lesley Logan 21:05  It probably depends on the on the facilitator, but essentially, the tarot readings I've had is I had one I didn't really like. I actually asked Kate about it, and she was like, she feels like she's being a little more predicting, versus like, asking you. But the one that Lindsay did, Lindsay (inaudible). Brad Crowell 21:21  She didn't do this. I think I remember it. Lesley Logan 21:21  She did a reading with me, and she pulled these cards. And I don't remember the type of spread it was, but it was basically okay. So in the past, right? She had, like, a past, present, future spread of some sort. And so in the past, she's like, okay, in your past, you had x, y and z, that is currently affecting where you are presently. So what's going on in your present life was like, let's just say you drew the full card, which is the car. Like, this is the person's like, going off doing something. They're not probably prepared for it, but they're excited. And they are like, are just going for it, right? But there's these mountains in the way. They're gonna be obstacles, but they have clear skies ahead, because there's gonna be something amazing, like, that's the full so in your past, you had this opportunity to do something amazing, and that sets you off on your present and then the present card, it could be the moon, okay? But presently, you have some illusions. You might be misaligned, and you know, like this. And then in the future, oh, the future, you've got an emperor, right? I'm just picking cards that I remember by. Brad Crowell 22:22  But the idea here is that there's, like, different positions, and one position is past, one position is present, one position is future. Lesley Logan 22:29  If you do that, yeah. Brad Crowell 22:29  And then, and then the the cards help you reflect on different things from your past, from your present, from your future. Lesley Logan 22:30  Yeah. So then you can ask your and then there's self-reflection questions like, okay, what does this make me think of is there a decision that I need to be making right now that I haven't been making? Is this, is there, is there, like, you could be doing a financial spread, and then the cards could be, you take all the meanings of the cards and it's a financial spread, and you're like, oh, if you get this one, like, there's one card that, if you get it, it's like, oh, you should take more drastic, dramatic action in your investments, right where you could draw a different card that's saying, oh, you should be more careful.Brad Crowell 23:07  But this comes down to the predictive, not the reflection. And that's where, like, that's where. For me, this is weird.Lesley Logan 23:12  So I'm explaining to it in a way that, yes, I could hear how you're saying it's predictive, where you would then take it as going, oh, okay, where can I be more aggressive in my financial investments. Where have I been too like, maybe you got the card upside down. Where have I been too aggressive in my financial investments? So you take the card's meaning , and then you apply it to your life based on the spread you're doing. And this is why we couldn't, didn't have the time to get into this. Brad Crowell 23:38  So it's like in the present, and then the whatever the card is, maybe the card is saying, let's talk about how this, you know, this, you've been too aggressive, or let's talk about how you've been not aggressive enough.Lesley Logan 23:49  You could actually draw a card that is all about intuition. And so then the question is like, okay, what is my intuition saying I should be doing today, or I should be doing right now, like you're.Brad Crowell 23:58  But this is what, okay, now that we're talking about it clarifying in this way, it's bringing me even more on board, because it effectively is almost like talking points. Yeah, each card represents a different talking point, a different analytical way of looking at your own past, present and future. Lesley Logan 24:16  Correct. If you do that spread and so what you are supposed to do is listen to them explain what each card means and the position that it's in, and then go and apply it. Meaning, like, reflect upon it and go, okay, it like, let's say you're doing a spread that has to do with your your career, right? You, right now, Brad, are currently doing a lot more sales in the in our business, right? You could end up with, like, doing a spread where it's in the future, it's showing you as having more leadership roles. Okay? So then it's like, okay, well, if in the future, I might having to take on more leadership roles in this business, then you know, what do I need to be doing today to prepare myself? How much of how, what does that feel like for me? Do, if that is something I was going to take on, what would I like to learn about myself? What would I want to do? What should I be doing now? So that can be even a possibility, right? So, like, it just reflects upon different things. And also, it's not predictive. It's just they're all each card, what it represents is more. It's like, not, I don't want to distill it down to a vibe, but it's a vibe, right? Like, and they represent different feelings. There are some cards that, like, the cups are all about emotions. So when you draw Cups cards in your spread, and maybe it's a day spread, maybe you just do one card a day, you might draw the 10 of Cups, which is all about relationships. So then it's like, Okay, today, where can I invest more in my relationships? So for me, I prefer the Day card, because it's like, okay, it's like a focus for today, but you can use them.Brad Crowell 25:50  It's almost like a journal prompt, you know it's like, it's like a preconceived 365 day journal prompt.Lesley Logan 25:56  Correct, I bought a whole journal that does one a day, and they have stickers. And I was like, fucking in. I'm doing it. I got stickers for I got a tarot card sticker. Brad Crowell 26:03  This is cool. I like this even more now. Lesley Logan 26:05  And so and so, for me, the way I've been studying it is, like, the card I'm studying, I'm literally going, how today did I see did, like, when I was studying, like, the Empress, like, oh, how today was I, like, using these things that she has or, or I wasn't using these things. Oh, there was that moment today where I outsourced my intuition to this person over here. So it just helps you reflect upon yourself and get to know yourself more. And the thing is that we all need if we want to have self-love, prevent burnout, be it till we see it. If you don't know yourself like you, you don't know how to listen to yourself, then it becomes really hard. So I have really got obsessed with it, because I'm like, oh, this is a way for me to have a conversation with myself that is somewhat guided and that it's whatever card I drew, whatever card I'm learning from that day, and that allows me to reflect upon today or my past or whatever, and uncover and almost like an onion, peel back another layer without outsourcing my agency.Brad Crowell 27:06  Well, I was just talking about this. Well, first off, that's really cool, and I and I agree, I think it's awesome that this is like, you're not outsourcing, you're not nothing wrong with going to see a therapist or anything like that. That's not what I'm talking about. But it's nice that this is something that you can do on your own. And I was just talking about this with someone about self-reflection, and I love that this is effectively a self -reflection practice.Lesley Logan 27:29  Yeah, that's and that's like, I really was so pleased that Frances explained it in that way, because correct, like you, I went to a tarot reader thinking they're gonna tell me what could be coming up in the future, and I forgot the time that Lindsay did it. And more was like, okay, you've been through X, Y and Z according to your past. You're it's currently affecting in this way and presenting in this way. And in the future, this could be coming up, and you should be aware of it. And it's like, so that sounds predictive, but also I still have to be the one who goes and does the thing. So I need to reflect upon, what did I learn in the past when it comes to that area that this card is representing? What am I currently going through that this card is highlighting, and then this future card is sharing, is putting this as a thing to be looking at. Doesn't mean it's predictive, but like, if that, like, what do I, where's the gap? What do I need to know? What does that, what feeling does that bring up in me? You know? So it's not, it's more of a guide, it's just a guide. I really like it. And I, and I am so pissed that I this was it took me 43 years of my life to know this is something I could use. I'm so grateful for Frances.Brad Crowell 28:38  Well, nothing like a little anger to make motivate you to learn.Lesley Logan 28:41  Yeah. Oh, and also, people keep asking if I'm going to do a reading, and the answer is no.Brad Crowell 28:46  Okay, so here's the deal that's funny that you say that, you know, how do you you know, I just want to briefly touch on this before we move on to some great Be It Action Items. But because I just hijacked your whole conversation and asked about the process and the belief behind it and how it works, which I am glad we did, because I feel like it was good to clarify that I had also written down some notes about the conversation you had with listening to your own intuition, right, because you asked her questions about how did you know that you could do this full time as a career? How did this turn into a career? And I'm gonna skip a whole lot of my notes, but ultimately, she said, you know, pursuing the unconventional path requires being your own staunchest supporter. Because you were talking about, how was it like at a family picnic with people like you're doing what now are you can I like, pray for you? Lesley Logan 29:32  Oh, I could only imagine. Brad Crowell 29:32  Yeah, right. And so.Lesley Logan 29:32  When I told people I was a Pilates instructor, that was already weird. Can you imagine telling them that you're doing Reiki and tarot?Brad Crowell 29:40  Right. So, you know, and what she said, It's not that you have to have the it's not that you have the confidence already. It's that you trust so deeply that you're that what you're doing is what you're supposed to be doing, which is listen to it, to your intuition, right? She said, you do it scared anyways, which is being it till you see it? Right. And she said that builds your confidence. So I just wanted to make sure we got that in. I thought that was really awesome. But stick around. We'll be right back. We're gonna uncover these Be It Action Items that we got from Frances Naudé. Brad Crowell 30:09  All right, welcome back. Let's talk about those Be It Action Items. What bold, executable, intrinsic or targeted action items can we take away from your convo with Frances Naudé? She said you have to learn how to hear and trust your intuition. Learn how to hear and trust your intuition. And she said, here's a three-part practice for building your intuitive muscle. And this is great, because learn how to hear and trust your intuition is not helpful for me, but here's three steps. Here's how you do that. Start with small daily decisions, things that you do every day, like choosing your tea, picking produce, or selecting which pair of underwear to wear, because that's what she does. She picks it up and she goes, is today, this pair of underwear day, or that pair of underwear day? And she's building this intuitive muscle, you know, like listening to herself, feeling it out, right. And she said, why does she do it then? Because it's something she repeats every single day. She has to make a choice right then, and so she's.Lesley Logan 31:04  I'm obsessed with it, because it goes in line with how habits are created. Brad Crowell 31:08  Hundred percent, yeah. She says, pause and feel after you make the choice, stop and notice what does it feel like in your body, and what energy do you have when you've made that decision. Then recognize the nature of intuition. So this is step three, recognize the nature of intuition. It's quiet. Often feels like a passing thought can lead you down paths that challenge your comfort zone and beliefs. She said, your intuition often will not make logical sense. It might not actually be loud. People always expect these really big moments, but intuition is often really quiet. So she basically, she's reminding us that daily awareness practice will help you build trust in your own guidance long before the big decisions show upLesley Logan 31:48  And to the next step, then ,you have to do that first. You guys don't get to skip ahead, do that first, the next step is to define your highest self. So this is the person we're being it until we see, right? This is a place that exists without ego, she said, without fears, worries, anxieties, and without other people's stories. So yeah, get rid of the other people's stories that are in your head, telling you who your highest self is. And then she encouraged you to clearly define who that self is and live by it. And she, Frances actually shared her three pillars of her highest self, which are, she lets joy lead. She does not let fear get in her way, and she lives in unity with all that's around her. I think that that's those are really tough things to kind of do, because we all want to control how things are. But if you let joy lead hence the going back to last week's episode, I love that these are back to back episodes, and then not letting fear get in the way. That means doing things scared. You know, going back to last week's episode. So so she also said, when you combine a strength and intuitive muscle with a clear vision of the highest self, every decision you make, you are walking that aligned path, even when the noise gets loud. And I just want to say that one more time, when you combine a strength and intuitive muscle with a clear vision of that highest self, every decision you make, you're walking that aligned path. So that's what I want for you guys. And I'm really, really like, I hate how long it took us to get this episode out, Frances, because, like, I've been working so hard on my tarot, but I really am super excited that it's coming out this time of the new year, when people can actually, like, instead of going new year, new me, it's like, what, what, who are, is your highest self. That should be the thing that you're thinking about. And then what can you do every day to walk in alignment with that? And that's going to help you with all the ups and downs and highs and lows. I'm Lesley Logan. Brad Crowell 33:31  And I'm Brad Crowell. Lesley Logan 33:32  Thank you, Frances Naudé. Y'all, how are we gonna use these tips in your life? What were your favorite parts? Make sure you tag Frances. By the way, you guys, she does a weekly drawing every single Monday. It's quite fun to attend live, and I'm sure you can get to know more about her. And look, I probably got some of this information wrong, but this is my interpretation of it. I'm sticking with it. Don't take it from me. All right, until next time. Be It Till You See It.Brad Crowell 33:52  Bye for now. Lesley Logan 33:54  That's all I got for this episode of the Be It Till You See It Podcast. One thing that would help both myself and future listeners is for you to rate the show and leave a review and follow or subscribe for free wherever you listen to your podcast. Also, make sure to introduce yourself over at the Be It Pod on Instagram. I would love to know more about you. 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Fluent Fiction - French: Chloé's Altitude Challenge: A Journey Beyond Limits Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/fr/episode/2026-01-12-08-38-20-fr Story Transcript:Fr: Le soleil éclairait les anciennes pierres de Machu Picchu d'une lumière dorée.En: The sun illuminated the ancient stones of Machu Picchu with a golden light.Fr: Les terrasses verdoyantes déployaient une vue spectaculaire.En: The verdant terraces unfolded a spectacular view.Fr: Chloé, une écrivaine de voyage française, était émerveillée.En: Chloé, a French travel writer, was in awe.Fr: C'était un rêve pour elle de marcher sur les traces des Incas.En: It was a dream for her to walk in the footsteps of the Incas.Fr: À ses côtés, Baptiste ajustait son appareil photo.En: Beside her, Baptiste adjusted his camera.Fr: Il prenait des clichés du paysage majestueux.En: He was taking shots of the majestic landscape.Fr: Chloé écrivait des notes dans son carnet.En: Chloé was writing notes in her notebook.Fr: Elle voulait capturer chaque sensation et émotion.En: She wanted to capture every sensation and emotion.Fr: Mais soudain, Chloé sentit une étrange lourdeur.En: But suddenly, Chloé felt a strange heaviness.Fr: Sa tête tournait légèrement.En: Her head was spinning slightly.Fr: Elle ignorait ses symptômes.En: She ignored her symptoms.Fr: "C'est l'altitude," avait mentionné Baptiste en novembre dernier, préparant leur voyage d'été.En: "It's the altitude," Baptiste had mentioned last November, preparing their summer trip.Fr: Mais Chloé était déterminée.En: But Chloé was determined.Fr: "Chloé, ça va ?"En: "Chloé, are you okay?"Fr: demanda Baptiste, plein d'inquiétude.En: asked Baptiste, full of concern.Fr: Chloé sourit faiblement.En: Chloé weakly smiled.Fr: "Je dois voir la dernière terrasse," répondit-elle courageusement, même si son souffle était court.En: "I have to see the last terrace," she replied bravely, even though her breath was short.Fr: Ils continuèrent.En: They continued.Fr: Les marches étaient plus ardues.En: The steps were more arduous.Fr: Chloé s'appuyait sur la pierre froide pour se stabiliser.En: Chloé was leaning on the cold stone to stabilize herself.Fr: Au sommet, elle s'arrêta.En: At the summit, she stopped.Fr: Le panorama était à couper le souffle.En: The panorama was breathtaking.Fr: Elle leva les yeux vers le ciel.En: She looked up at the sky.Fr: Puis, la terre sembla vaciller sous ses pieds.En: Then, the ground seemed to waver beneath her feet.Fr: "Chloé !En: "Chloé!"Fr: ", cria Baptiste en la voyant s'effondrer.En: cried Baptiste as he saw her collapse.Fr: Prise de panique, il chercha de l'aide.En: Panicking, he sought help.Fr: Les guides locaux réagirent vite.En: The local guides reacted quickly.Fr: Ils connaissaient bien le mal d'altitude.En: They knew well the effects of altitude sickness.Fr: Chloé se réveilla dans une tente en contrebas, les souvenirs flous.En: Chloé woke up in a tent below, her memories hazy.Fr: La fraicheur de l'altitude avait disparu.En: The chill of the altitude had disappeared.Fr: "J'ai échoué," murmura-t-elle, déçue.En: "I failed," she murmured, disappointed.Fr: "Non," la rassura Baptiste.En: "No," reassured Baptiste.Fr: "Ton bien-être est plus précieux que ce monument."En: "Your well-being is more precious than this monument."Fr: Chloé le regarda.En: Chloé looked at him.Fr: Elle comprit la sagesse dans ses paroles.En: She understood the wisdom in his words.Fr: Elle accepta de quitter Machu Picchu.En: She agreed to leave Machu Picchu.Fr: Elle réalisa que ses ambitions ne devaient pas compromettre sa santé.En: She realized her ambitions should not compromise her health.Fr: En sécurité, elle réfléchit à ses rêves avec une nouvelle perspective.En: Safe, she reflected on her dreams with a new perspective.Fr: Chloé décida de planifier avec soin.En: Chloé decided to plan carefully.Fr: Elle savait qu'elle reviendrait, mieux préparée.En: She knew she would return, better prepared.Fr: Elle sourit à cette pensée.En: She smiled at the thought.Fr: Les pierres éternelles de Machu Picchu attendaient encore.En: The eternal stones of Machu Picchu were still waiting. Vocabulary Words:the sun: le soleililluminated: éclairaitancient stones: anciennes pierresgolden light: lumière doréeverdant terraces: terrasses verdoyantestravel writer: écrivaine de voyageawe: émerveilléefootsteps: tracescamera: appareil photonotes: notesnotebook: carnetheaviness: lourdeuraltitude: altitudeconcern: inquiétudebreathtaking: à couper le soufflecollapse: s'effondrerpanic: paniquelocal guides: guides locauxaltitude sickness: mal d'altitudetent: tentedisappointed: déçuewell-being: bien-êtrewisdom: sagesseambitions: ambitionscompromise: compromettrehealth: santéperspective: perspectiveprepare: préparereternal stones: pierres éternelleswaiting: attendaient

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: Machu Picchu's Secrets: A Journey of Respect & Discovery Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2026-01-12-08-38-20-es Story Transcript:Es: El sol iluminaba las ruinas de Machu Picchu con un brillo especial.En: The sun illuminated the ruins of Machu Picchu with a special glow.Es: Ismael, Luisa y Santiago caminaban por los senderos rodeados de montañas envueltas en niebla.En: Ismael, Luisa, and Santiago walked along the paths surrounded by mountains wrapped in mist.Es: Era un día caluroso de verano y el aire olía a tierra mojada después de una breve lluvia matutina.En: It was a hot summer day, and the air smelled of wet earth after a brief morning rain.Es: El canto de los pájaros se escuchaba desde la distancia, añadiendo magia al paisaje.En: The song of the birds could be heard from a distance, adding magic to the landscape.Es: Luisa, conocedora del lugar, guiaba a sus compañeros a través de los secretos del Valle Sagrado.En: Luisa, familiar with the place, guided her companions through the secrets of the Valle Sagrado.Es: "Este es un lugar sagrado", les dijo mientras señalaba un rincón poco explorado de las ruinas.En: "This is a sacred place," she told them as she pointed to a little-explored corner of the ruins.Es: "Aquí encontraron un artefacto antiguo."En: "They found an ancient artifact here."Es: Ismael, con deseos de descubrir más sobre los incas, se agachó para observar mejor.En: Ismael, eager to discover more about the Incas, bent down to take a closer look.Es: Era una piedra tallada con símbolos extraños.En: It was a stone carved with strange symbols.Es: Luisa advirtió, "Dicen que está maldito.En: Luisa warned, "They say it's cursed.Es: No deberíamos tocarlo."En: We shouldn't touch it."Es: Santiago rió ligeramente.En: Santiago chuckled slightly.Es: "Las maldiciones son solo mitos.En: "Curses are just myths.Es: Este artefacto podría cambiar lo que sabemos sobre la historia inca", dijo, listo para comenzar a analizarlo.En: This artifact could change what we know about Inca history," he said, ready to begin analyzing it.Es: Ismael se encontraba en un dilema.En: Ismael found himself in a dilemma.Es: Quería apoyar la investigación de Santiago, pero también respetaba las advertencias de Luisa.En: He wanted to support Santiago's research, but he also respected Luisa's warnings.Es: Mientras debatían, sin intención, Ismael tocó la piedra.En: While they debated, unintentionally, Ismael touched the stone.Es: Un mecanismo oculto se activó, haciendo que una pared cercana se moviera revelando una cámara secreta.En: A hidden mechanism activated, causing a nearby wall to move, revealing a secret chamber.Es: Dentro, había pergaminos antiguos cubiertos de polvo.En: Inside, there were ancient scrolls covered in dust.Es: Los tres miraron con asombro.En: The three stared in awe.Es: Eran conscientes de la importancia y el descubrimiento.En: They were aware of the importance and the discovery.Es: "Debemos ser cuidadosos", afirmó Ismael, sintiendo el peso de la responsabilidad.En: "We must be careful," affirmed Ismael, feeling the weight of responsibility.Es: Luisa, con los ojos brillantes, sonrió agradecida al ver que Ismael entendía.En: Luisa, with her eyes shining, smiled gratefully seeing that Ismael understood.Es: "Prometamos proteger este lugar", dijo, tocando suavemente los pergaminos.En: "Let us promise to protect this place," she said, gently touching the scrolls.Es: El equipo decidió documentarlo todo meticulosamente, asegurándose de preservar el respeto por la cultura inca.En: The team decided to document everything meticulously, ensuring to preserve respect for the Inca culture.Es: Ismael había descubierto algo invaluable: no solo sobre el pasado, sino sobre el respeto y la comprensión de otras culturas.En: Ismael had discovered something invaluable: not just about the past, but about respecting and understanding other cultures.Es: El día terminaba con una promesa de un nuevo comienzo, en el que la historia y la cultura convivieran en armonía.En: The day ended with a promise of a new beginning, where history and culture would coexist in harmony.Es: Santiago, aunque aún escéptico, reconoció el valor de las tradiciones.En: Santiago, though still skeptical, recognized the value of traditions.Es: Machu Picchu seguía guardando sus misterios, pero ahora con guardianes conscientes de su legado.En: Machu Picchu continued to hold its mysteries, but now with guardians aware of its legacy.Es: La aventura no solo les dejó descubrimientos, sino una amistad reforzada por el respeto mutuo.En: The adventure left them not only with discoveries but with a friendship strengthened by mutual respect. Vocabulary Words:the ruins: las ruinasthe path: el senderothe mist: la nieblathe landscape: el paisajethe corner: el rincónthe artifact: el artefactoancient: antiguo/athe symbol: el símbolocursed: maldito/athe myth: el mitothe boundary: el límitethe mechanism: el mecanismothe chamber: la cámarathe scroll: el pergaminothe dust: el polvoawe: el asombrothe weight: el pesothe responsibility: la responsabilidadthe guardian: el guardiánthe legacy: el legadoinvaluable: invalorablethe understanding: la comprensiónthe harmony: la armoníathe skepticism: el escepticismothe tradition: la tradiciónthe adventure: la aventurathe discovery: el descubrimientothe friendship: la amistadthe respect: el respetothe promise: la promesa

Der Morgen graut auf dem Inka-Pfad, während Ursula und ihr Ehemann in ihrem Zelt schlafen. Plötzlich durchbricht ein Schuss die Stille und die Idylle verwandelt sich in einen Albtraum. Ursula wird schwer am Kopf verletzt und stirbt Tage später im Krankenhaus. Alles spricht zunächst für einen Überfall. Doch die Ermittlungen fördern Hinweise zutage, die ein ganz anderes Bild zeichnen. War Ursulas Tod wirklich ein Zufall – oder steckt ein perfider Mordplan hinter dem Anschlag? --- Links --- Anne bei Edelcrime https://t1p.de/u7l9n Foto vom Machu Picchu https://t1p.de/ff0pj Foto vom Inka-Pfad https://t1p.de/vcopp Foto von Ursula und Ilan in Peru https://t1p.de/7ykrk Wanderroute https://t1p.de/ypo5m Foto der Ruine Runkurakay https://t1p.de/nguzi Foto vom Zelt https://t1p.de/g16sb --- Werbepartner [Werbung] --- Rabattcodes und Links von unseren Werbepartnern findet ihr unter https://linktr.ee/schwarzeakte --- Social Media & Kontakt --- Instagram: @schwarzeakte YouTube: @SchwarzeAkte TikTok: @schwarzeakte Mail: schwarzeakte@julep.de Website: www.schwarzeakte.de Patrick auf Twitch: www.twitch.tv/thepaetrick --- Credits --- Hosts: Anne Luckmann & Patrick Strobusch Redaktion: Silva Hanekamp Schnitt: Anne Luckmann Intro und Trenner gesprochen von: Pia-Rhona Saxe Produktion: Nadine Lentfer-Unterweger und Lea Backes Eine Produktion der Julep Studios Du möchtest Werbung in der Schwarzen Akte schalten? Unsere Kolleg:innen von Julep helfen dir gerne weiter: www.julep.de/advertiser Impressum: www.julep.de/legal/imprint [Wir übernehmen keine Haftung für die Inhalte externer Links.] --- SPOILER --- --- Content Hinweis --- In dieser Folge sprechen wir über den Mord an einer Frau. Wenn du dich mit diesem Thema nicht wohlfühlst, hör dir die Folge bitte nicht alleine an. --- SPOILER --- Dieser Fall ist gelöst.

Pour finir l'année en beauté, pirates, prophètes, explorateurs, artistes et saints se croisent dans cette semaine spéciale d'Au Cœur de l'Histoire version fêtes. De Zarafa la girafe à Houdini le roi des évasions, de la naissance du Père Noël à l'art de la table de François Vatel, du mystère de l'expédition Lapérouse à la route de la soie, embarquez pour deux semaines spéciales où l'Histoire se pare de magie, de mystères et d'émotions ! Stéphane Bern raconte la vie d'un Américain que le goût de l'aventure a mené aux confins des Andes, sur la piste de l'ancien Empire Inca et du Machu Picchu. Ou la véritable histoire de Hiram Bingham, l'explorateur qui a inspiré Indiana Jones… Pourquoi lui attribue-t-on la découverte du Machu Picchu, en 1911 ? Quelle était la destination de ce site bâti par les Incas ? L'archéologue du début du 20e siècle appliquait-il les mêmes techniques que celui d'aujourd'hui ? Pour en parler, Stéphane Bern reçoit Patrice Lecoq, archéologue, maître de conférence honoraire en archéologie andine de l'Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne. (rediffusion)- Présentation : Stéphane Bern- Réalisation : Tristan Le Gal- Rédaction en chef : Benjamin Delsol- Auteur du récit : Jean-Christophe Piot- Journaliste : Armelle ThibergeHébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv UK prepares for New Year celebrations as cold weather warnings issued Passenger describes chaos after head on Machu Picchu train collision Rory McIlroy Omission from New Year Honours list questioned Chinas plan to boost birth rates with condom tax and cheaper childcare I am so lucky to be alive after Newton Hospital crowbar rampage Iran protesters try to break into government building as unrest continues EUs top diplomat rejects Russian claims of Ukrainian attack on government sites Finnish police seize ship suspected of sabotaging undersea telecoms cable Bottled water from Waitrose recalled over risk it contains glass Keir Starmer vows to defeat decline and division in new year message

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Rory McIlroy Omission from New Year Honours list questioned Iran protesters try to break into government building as unrest continues Keir Starmer vows to defeat decline and division in new year message I am so lucky to be alive after Newton Hospital crowbar rampage EUs top diplomat rejects Russian claims of Ukrainian attack on government sites Chinas plan to boost birth rates with condom tax and cheaper childcare Passenger describes chaos after head on Machu Picchu train collision Finnish police seize ship suspected of sabotaging undersea telecoms cable UK prepares for New Year celebrations as cold weather warnings issued Bottled water from Waitrose recalled over risk it contains glass

Boletín SBS Spanish 31/12/25: Primer ministro australiano reflexionó sobre el dolor nacional por el atentado de Bondi en su mensaje de Año Nuevo; el Premier de NSW invitó a todos a celebrar al aire libre el fin de año en Sydney; y en Perú, accidente de trenes deja varios heridos en Machu Picchu.

Fiscalía de Michoacán vincula a proceso a Alejandro Baruc Un muerto y 30 heridos dejó el choque de trenes en Machu Picchu 

El presidente del Consejo de Ministros, Ernesto Álvarez Miranda, informó que la colisión de trenes a Machupicchu, en el sector de Pampacahua, y que dejó un fallecido y 107 heridos, se habría originado por un error humano, aunque anotó que el siniestro todavía está en investigación.

Trenes chocan en Machu PicchuActivistas recuerdan a desaparecidos en Sinaloa Nace cachorro de jirafa en zoológico de Morelia 

Organizaciones como New7Wonders no son entes técnicos, dijo el ministro de Cultura, Alfredo Luna Briceño, al ser consultado sobre la afirmación de la mencionada entidad privada que mencionó la posibilidad de retirar al santuario de Machu Picchu la mención como maravilla del mundo moderno.

Rob Anspach interviews Amanda Robinson on prompt engineering, Meta Advantage, creating the groundwork, a swift kick in the ads, AI, The Blue Jays, hiking the Inca Trail and visiting Machu Picchu. The post Ep 375 – Swift Kick In The Ads Revisited first appeared on Rob Anspach's E-Heroes.

A river flows with a gentle white noise while birds and other animals chirp and sings from the trees and brush surrounding the trail up to Machu Picchu.

The Trump administration is reconfiguring a government watchdog that grew out of the Great Recession. The Financial Stability Oversight Council watches out for risks to the financial system to prevent the future need for government bailouts. Now, the Treasury Secretary says the watchdog will focus on boosting economic growth and easing regulations that he says impose “undue burdens." Plus, we follow the money from Machu Picchu and examine the appetite for "extended range" EVs.

From the BBC World Service: Reddit has filed a lawsuit calling for Australia's social media ban for children under 16 to be declared invalid. The text-based forum is one of 10 online platforms covered by the ban, which came into force this week. And later in the program, we head to Peru, where conflicts are brewing over how money from Machu Picchu tickets is being spent and whether it's benefiting tourists and locals.

From the BBC World Service: Reddit has filed a lawsuit calling for Australia's social media ban for children under 16 to be declared invalid. The text-based forum is one of 10 online platforms covered by the ban, which came into force this week. And later in the program, we head to Peru, where conflicts are brewing over how money from Machu Picchu tickets is being spent and whether it's benefiting tourists and locals.

The Trump administration is reconfiguring a government watchdog that grew out of the Great Recession. The Financial Stability Oversight Council watches out for risks to the financial system to prevent the future need for government bailouts. Now, the Treasury Secretary says the watchdog will focus on boosting economic growth and easing regulations that he says impose “undue burdens." Plus, we follow the money from Machu Picchu and examine the appetite for "extended range" EVs.

This month on Unpacked, we're diving into Afar's just-released Where to Go list—but this year's picks are different. In 2026, we want to lessen the burden on overtouristed destinations and expand visitation to other parts of the world. Our editors carefully selected 24 emerging regions and overlooked locales that will inspire your next great adventure. For Peru, that means looking beyond Machu Picchu and Cusco to discover what lies south—a region of white volcanic cities, canyons twice as deep as the Grand Canyon, and a food scene that rivals Lima's in flavor (if not fame). In this episode, host Aislyn Greene talks with Mark Johanson, a Chile-based travel writer and author of Mars on Earth: Wanderings in the World's Driest Desert. Mark recently explored southern Peru—from the gleaming colonial streets of Arequipa to the condor-filled skies above the Colca Canyon—and found a landscape rich with adventure, history, and some of the heartiest food in the Andes. Plan Your Southern Peru Getaway In Arequipa Stay at Cirqa—a luxury hotel in a 16th-century monastery Explore the Santa Catalina Monastery—a city-within-a-city with salmon-pink walls and centuries of history Eat at a traditional picanterías like La Nueva Palomino or the more modern Victoria Picantería Try the rocoto relleno (stuffed spicy pepper), chupe de camarones (river shrimp chowder), and adobo arequipeño (tangy pork stew) Wash it down with chicha de guiñapo—the original Andean purple corn beer served in huge glasses called "el caporal" Colca Canyon & Beyond Stay at Puquio—Peru's first safari-style adventure camp in Colca Canyon Watch dozens of Andean condors ride the thermals at sunrise Hike into the canyon and experience the climate shift from cold highlands to near-tropical canyon floor Mountain bike down a volcano (for the brave) or hike up one (for the rest of us) Cotahuasi & Toro Muerto Stay at Tinajani—a new tented camp in the Tinajani Canyon Explore pre-Inca ruins with very few other visitors Experience the wind-swept plains and golden seasonal landscapes Lake Titicaca Stay at Titilaka—with a new sister property coming in 2027 Visit the world's highest navigable lake at 12,500 feet Spot flamingos in high-altitude lagoons along the way Getting Around Belmond Andean Explorer—a luxury train connecting Arequipa to Lake Titicaca and Cusco SA Expeditions—for tailor-made trips and off-the-beaten-path Qhapaq Ñan (ancient Incan trail) adventures Resources Follow Mark's work on his website and pick up his book Mars on Earth Explore all 24 destinations on our Where to Go in 2026 list Follow us on Instagram: @afarmedia Stay Connected Sign up for our podcast newsletter, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Behind the Mic⁠⁠⁠, where we share upcoming news and behind-the-scenes details of each episode.  Explore our other podcasts, View From Afar, about the people and companies shaping the future of travel, and ⁠Travel Tales⁠⁠⁠, which celebrates first-person narratives about the way travel changes us. Unpacked by Afar is part of ⁠⁠⁠Airwave Media⁠⁠⁠'s podcast network. Please contact ⁠⁠⁠advertising@airwavemedia.com⁠⁠⁠ if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Comenzaremos la primera parte del programa hablando de la influencia de Donald Trump en las elecciones presidenciales en Honduras. Hablaremos también de las protestas en Machu Picchu por un conflicto con los buses turísticos; y del plan de exterminio de las cotorras en Uruguay para ayudar al sector agrícola. Por último, hablaremos de Yakarta, que ha convertido en la ciudad más poblada del mundo.   La segunda parte del programa estará dedicada a acontecimientos relacionados con América Latina. En el diálogo gramatical ilustraremos ejemplos de The Present Perfect. En este segmento hablaremos de la canción de León Gieco, Solo le pido a Dios. Cerraremos la emisión explorando el uso de la frase Llegar a buen puerto mientras conversamos sobre la medicina en las culturas precolombinas. - Donald Trump ejerce su poder de influencia en Honduras - Crisis en el sistema de transporte a Machu Picchu - Uruguay aprueba plan para controlar la superpoblación de cotorras - Yakarta se convierte en la ciudad más poblada del mundo - León Gieco y su gran himno: Sólo le pido a Dios - ¿Cómo era la medicina en las culturas precolombinas?

Ready to fall asleep under the stars? Join Geoffrey as he tells you about the time a campfire debate over who built Machu Picchu swept him and his friends onto the path of time. Their journey carried them deep into the Andes, where they hiked the Inca Trail, watched the city come alive in its full glory, and listened to the gentle whispers of the mountain spirits beneath the stars. This sleepy tale will have you drifting off in minutes. This is Part 80 of The Falls series - but don't worry, you can jump in anytime.  Love Night Falls?

Episode SummaryIn this episode, Rodric sits down with entrepreneur, speaker, and financial literacy coach Angela Goodman to unpack the truth behind “money problems.” Angela shares the hard-won lessons from leaving corporate HVAC, surviving (and choosing to exit) the restaurant world, and coaching business owners who are great at their craft but broke on paper.They dig into discernment, boundaries, self-worth, and communication—and why most entrepreneurs don't actually have money problems… they have people problems and self-valuation problems. You'll also hear about fearless experimentation (including cutting into a dream hot rod to learn welding), human design, and why you wouldn't desire the thing if you weren't capable of doing the thing.In This Episode, You'll LearnWhy Angela walked away from corporate America and bought a restaurant she'd “never do again.”How short-term rentals, multifamily, and restaurants can make you question humanity—and what those experiences taught her about boundaries.The link between communication, self-worth, and cash flow (and why it's almost never “just the money”).How to become radically picky about clients and partnerships—and why Angela tests people before they know they're being tested.Rodric's Four Futures framework and the moment you hit “no more” and never go back.The real cost of refusing to invest in help, even when you're leaving millions on the table.What human design and spiritual work have to do with business, money, and why you're on earth.A simple but powerful reframe from Channel Panel: “You wouldn't desire to do the thing if you weren't capable of doing the thing.”About Angela GoodmanAngela describes herself as “just a girl from Virginia,” but the resume is a little bigger than that:Started in commercial HVAC, one of the few women in the industry.Climbed into leadership managing large teams and a $25M business.Left corporate to buy into a restaurant franchise, grinding 24/7, surviving COVID, and ultimately choosing to exit.Invested in multifamily and other ventures that taught her hard lessons about partners, discernment, and trusting the wrong people.Today she works with business owners on financial literacy, communication, and culture, helping them stop being “poor entrepreneurs” and start running profitable companies aligned with who they really are.You'll find her speaking to rooms of accountants, trades, and entrepreneurs on money, leadership, and communication—then heading off to Antarctica and beyond for bucket-list adventures.Key Moments & Timestamps00:00 – Antarctica, Easter Island & Lifetime Trips Rodric and Angela open with travel talk: Antarctica, Machu Picchu, Easter Island, tennis majors, and why Angela wants to go where nobody else has been.03:23 – “I'm Just a Girl from Virginia” – Angela's Origin Story Angela shares how she went from commercial HVAC to buying a restaurant franchise, and why she's now exiting to focus on helping business owners “figure out their sh*t.”06:36 – Restaurants, Airbnbs & Questioning Humanity They compare war stories: restaurant guests, short-term rentals, multifamily tenants… and how certain businesses can make you seriously rethink how much you like people.08:49 – Learning Discernment the Hard Way Angela talks about bad partnerships, being owed hundreds of thousands of dollars, and realizing she trusted the wrong people....

Peru is home to Machu Picchu - the ancient Inca city in the Andes mountains. It's one of the seven wonders of the world, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The popular tourist destination attracts millions of visitors, making it very lucrative for the government, local and international businesses.But Machu Picchu is in trouble. Social conflicts, fights over who benefits from the money being made through ticket sales and transport are just some of the problems its facing. Jane Chambers visits Peru to find out what's going on and if there are other local sites for tourist to visit instead.Produced and presented by Jane Chambers Editor: Helen Thomas(Image: A group of tourists waves while leaving on foot due to a protest by residents in Machu Picchu on 16 September 2025 over which bus company should run the local route. Credit: Getty Images)

Today we have Kevin. He is 48 years old and lives in Napa Valley, CA. He took his last drink on September 22nd, 2025.   This episode is brought to you by:   Better Help – 10% off of your first month #sponsored Exact Nature – code RE20 saves 20% off your order   71% of Europeans are drinking less alcohol and the future generations are opting out in general, according to a new report for Circana.   [02:59] Thoughts from Paul:   On the last Sober Travel Trip to Peru this past October, Paul was reminded of one of life's greatest teachings: it's the journey that matters, and not the destination.   He tells us about how he and 16 other fellow travelers hiked the Inca Trail to go to Machu Picchu. After over 20 grueling miles, they found out at the gates that their tickets to explore this natural wonder weren't valid for that day.   Everyone was understandably disappointed. Since everyone on the trip is in recovery, they already have been working on concepts such as surrender, embrace life on life's terms and of course, to place more mental energy on the journey than the destination.   Paul says he will never forget how the group responded to receiving the bad news and it was one of the greatest gifts he has received while doing sober travel.   [08:34] Paul introduces Kevin:   Kevin lives in northern Napa Valley, CA but grew up in the Midwest. He and his wife have been together for over 30 years, and they have two teenage children, one dog and two cats. Kevin says he is between careers right now, but previously he worked in wine sales and in the tech industry. For fun, he enjoys playing music and is big into fitness.   Kevin grew up the youngest of three boys in a great community. Alcohol was always present, but he doesn't recall any immediate family having issues with it. His first drinking experience was when he was in seventh grade when he and some friends raided his parents' liquor cabinet. His brother confronted him about the drinking and warned him he shouldn't be doing it.   Throughout high school, Kevin was so involved in sports and academics that he didn't drink more than two times that he can recall. Kevin went to a small college where he met his wife and while he loved it there, he had to change schools for budget reasons. It was at the bigger school where his drinking took off, Kevin says.   Kevin's parents moved to California and soon after Kevin also moved there. He says his drinking wasn't a major issue through this time period until his dad passed away suddenly while in town for a visit. This was a turning point for not only Kevin's drinking, but his brothers' as well (who are now also in recovery).   Kevin was working for a tech company but was interested in getting into the wine industry after his wife started working in Napa Valley. This is where the conflict began for Kevin. He was drinking frequently after work and was around alcohol all the time. After leaving work he would practice with his band which would involve more drinking. He knew deep down that the way he was living wasn't right.   Kevin began to see a therapist and started doing more research about drinking. He discovered Recovery 2.0 and a podcast episode he listened to was saying exactly what Kevin needed to hear, he says.    Kevin feels he had a spiritual awakening and couldn't work in the wine industry anymore. He wants to dig into things that he is passionate about now – health and wellness, psychotherapies, and yoga teaching.   The last 30 days has Kevin feeling great. He is part of the Café RE community, and he says both the community and the podcast have been a great help to his success so far. He says he is working with a sponsor in AA, living sober out loud and says that his spirituality was the missing link in his life. He is passionate about it.   Kevin's parting piece of guidance: if you are struggling, just keep digging inward.   Recovery Elevator It's all about the journey and not so much the destination. I love you guys,   Café RE RE on Instagram Sobriety Tracker iTunes  RE Merch RE YouTube  

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En este episodio, Nate y Andrea hablan sobre los 10 países más increíbles que han visitado a lo largo de vidas y viajes juntos. Desde las antiguas ruinas de Machu Picchu en Perú hasta las playas cristalinas de Maldivas, descubrirás las experiencias, aprendizajes y anécdotas que marcaron cada aventura. En este episodio aprenderás: - Datos culturales y curiosidades de países como México, India, Italia y Suiza. - Consejos de viaje sobre qué hacer y qué evitar en cada destino. - Reflexiones personales sobre cómo viajar puede transformar la forma de ver el mundo. Hablando de viajar.. ¿Realmente quieres experimentar la cultura latina? Pues, tenemos un programa de inmersión con el cual podrás ir a Bucaramanga, Colombia, y vivir con una familia por 1 o 2 semanas en cualquier momento del año. Es una gran oportunidad para experimentar nuestro país. Lee todos los detalles y regístrate aquí ¿Qué obtendrás de estas semanas de inmersión? 1️⃣ Vivir con una familia en Bucaramanga y hablar 100% en español todo el tiempo. 2️⃣ Tener clases de español uno a uno personalizadas por 3 horas cada día de lunes a viernes. 3️⃣ Hacer actividades, tours y excursiones de medio día durante la semana y de día completo los fines de semana siempre acompañado de familiares o amigos de Andrea. Y mucho más… ¡Ve ya mismo a revisar los detalles y registrate aquí! Si tienes preguntas, manda un correo a: hola@spanishlandschool.com