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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.

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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. Share this episode with whoever you think needs to hear it. Help us and others Be It Till You See It. Have an awesome day. Be It Till You See It is a production of The Bloom Podcast Network. If you want to leave us a message or a question that we might read on another episode, you can text us at +1-310-905-5534 or send a DM on Instagram @BeItPod.Brad Crowell 34:36  It's written, filmed, and recorded by your host, Lesley Logan, and me, Brad Crowell.Lesley Logan 34:41  It is transcribed, produced and edited by the epic team at Disenyo.co.Brad Crowell 34:46  Our theme music is by Ali at Apex Production Music and our branding by designer and artist, Gianfranco Cioffi.Lesley Logan 34:53  Special thanks to Melissa Solomon for creating our visuals.Brad Crowell 34:56  Also to Angelina Herico for adding all of our content to our website. 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Tell us about your Adventure!Peru is a land rich in breathtaking landscapes, fascinating history, and vibrant culture. The journey from the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu to the bustling streets of Lima is not just a trip; it's an adventure filled with unique experiences. Join Cindy and Curt as they navigate part of this incredible country, discovering stunning sights, delicious cuisine, and one unforgettable adventure.

Happy New Year, besties

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.

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

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¿No sabes a dónde viajar en 2026? Pues haz ya la maleta porque El Placer de Viajar te trae los destinos que no puedes perderte en este 2026. En el primer episodio de El Placer de Viajar de 2026 Carmelo Jordá y Kelu Robles presentan una guía de destinos destacados para este nuevo año. El episodio empieza con Kelu hablando de Estambul, una ciudad de frontera entre Oriente y Occidente y un lugar para acercarse a lo que es un país de religión musulmana. Un destino con el que conviene no equivocarse ya que es un lugar frío en enero. Y sobre todo, una ciudad llena de interés, con sus mercados, su color y su toque exótico, que además es la cuna del Imperio Bizantino, situada en un lugar muy especial: en el estrecho del Bósforo y, finalmente, con una gastronomía excelente. Siguiendo con las opciones internacionales, la primera de las recomendaciones de Carmelo es Estados Unidos, que ese año celebrará el 250º aniversario de su independencia y acogerá el Mundial de Fútbol, junto a la histórica Estambul, descrita como un fascinante puente cultural entre Oriente y Occidente. El continente asiático tiene en China un destino fundamental por su equilibrio entre milenaria tradición y vanguardia tecnológica. Por otro lado, Perú se consolida como una apuesta segura gracias a su gastronomía de prestigio internacional, con platos como el ceviche, y a iconos arqueológicos como el Machu Picchu o las enigmáticas Líneas de Nazca.Nuevos y grandes museos Respecto a las grandes aperturas culturales, Egipto será protagonista con la inauguración total del Gran Museo Egipcio de El Cairo, un proyecto de dos décadas que mostrará el esplendor faraónico de una forma espectacular que ya está llevando viajeros al país del Nilo. En el ámbito nacional, Valencia destaca por la llegada de las obras de la Hispanic Society de Nueva York para un nuevo Museo Sorolla que, aunque se está enfrentando a algunas dificultades administrativas, será uno de los grandes motivos para viajar a la ciudad del Turia. Y, por supuesto, tampoco se puede olvidar el atractivo de las Fallas, una fiesta espectacular. La oferta española se completa con la ciudad de Gerona, valorada por su Barri Vell y su herencia judía, y San Sebastián, que sigue siendo el destino predilecto para los amantes de los pintxos y que cuenta con eventos como el Jazzaldia. Ambas ciudades ofrecen una combinación única de elegancia urbana y riqueza paisajística con una oferta cultural de calidad. Finalmente, la última recomendación es explorar la España rural, poniendo como ejemplo de los muchos tesoros que hay en nuestro país a la comarca burgalesa de las Merindades para desconectar en pueblos como Puentedey o Frías. Asimismo, se hace una mención especial a Israel, deseando una estabilidad que permita volver a recorrer lugares de una carga espiritual e histórica inigualable como Jerusalén.

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.

Confira nesta edição do JR 24 Horas: Auckland e Sydney já celebraram a chegada de 2026 com espetáculos de fogos de artifício. Em Auckland, na Nova Zelândia, a tradicional queima ocorreu na Sky Tower, o edifício mais alto do país. A cidade está localizada 14 horas à frente do Brasil no fuso horário. Já em Sydney, Austrália, as festividades também foram marcadas por uma grande exibição pirotécnica. E ainda: Uma colisão entre trens em rota para Machu Picchu deixa um morto e 40 feridos.

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.

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: Finding Purpose in the Mist: A Christmas at Machu Picchu Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-12-24-08-38-20-es Story Transcript:Es: Sofía respiró hondo, el aire fresco de las montañas llenando sus pulmones.En: Sofía breathed deeply, the fresh mountain air filling her lungs.Es: Machu Picchu se erguía grandioso ante ella, sus ruinas rodeadas por la niebla y el misterio de los Andes.En: Machu Picchu stood grandly before her, its ruins surrounded by the mist and mystery of the Andes.Es: Era Navidad, una época de luces y risas, pero Sofía no sentía la habitual alegría festiva.En: It was Christmas, a time of lights and laughter, but Sofía didn't feel the usual holiday joy.Es: Buscaba más, un cuento auténtico para contar a sus lectores, algo que la llenara de verdad.En: She was searching for more, an authentic story to tell her readers, something that would truly fill her.Es: Se encontraba en un momento de desconexión, un vacío que ansiaba comprender.En: She found herself in a moment of disconnection, a void she longed to understand.Es: Camino entre las antiguas piedras, Mateo, un guía local, hablaba con pasión sobre la historia de los incas.En: Walking among the ancient stones, Mateo, a local guide, spoke passionately about the history of the Incas.Es: “Este lugar tiene un espíritu, Sofía.En: “This place has a spirit, Sofía.Es: No se trata solo de piedras viejas”, decía, destacando el profundo vínculo entre la gente y la tierra.En: It's not just about old stones,” he said, highlighting the deep bond between the people and the land.Es: A su lado, Luis, un viajero como ella, sonreía, lleno de entusiasmo por la aventura.En: Beside him, Luis, a traveler like her, smiled, full of enthusiasm for the adventure.Es: Pero Sofía estaba distraída, abrumada por la tarea que le esperaba: escribir un artículo que capturara toda la esencia de Machu Picchu.En: But Sofía was distracted, overwhelmed by the task awaiting her: to write an article that captured the entire essence of Machu Picchu.Es: Mateo notó su preocupación.En: Mateo noticed her concern.Es: “¿Por qué no olvidas tu plan por un momento?En: “Why not forget your plan for a moment?Es: Ven, te mostraré algo especial”, sugirió.En: Come, I'll show you something special,” he suggested.Es: Sofía dudó, pero la curiosidad pudo más.En: Sofía hesitated, but curiosity won out.Es: Juntos, se adentraron en las partes menos conocidas de las ruinas, lejos de las multitudes.En: Together, they ventured into the lesser-known parts of the ruins, far from the crowds.Es: A cada paso, Sofía sintió cómo su perfeccionismo se desvanecía, reemplazado por la emoción del descubrimiento.En: With every step, Sofía felt her perfectionism fade, replaced by the excitement of discovery.Es: Mientras el día llegaba a su fin, Mateo los guió hacia una ceremonia del solsticio.En: As the day came to an end, Mateo led them to a solstice ceremony.Es: El sol comenzaba a esconderse, pintando el cielo de colores.En: The sun began to set, painting the sky with colors.Es: Los sonidos de flautas y tambores llenaban el aire.En: The sounds of flutes and drums filled the air.Es: Sofía se perdió en el momento, sus preocupaciones desvaneciéndose.En: Sofía lost herself in the moment, her worries disappearing.Es: Observó cómo los lugareños rendían homenaje al dios Sol, sintiendo una conexión profunda con algo mucho más grande que ella misma.En: She watched as the locals paid homage to the sun god, feeling a deep connection with something much bigger than herself.Es: En ese instante, lo comprendió.En: In that instant, she understood.Es: No necesitaba un artículo perfecto, sino uno que reflejara la verdadera esencia de aquello que estaba presenciando: la unión del pasado y el presente, de las culturas y las personas, en un lugar sagrado por el paso del tiempo.En: She didn't need a perfect article, but one that reflected the true essence of what she was witnessing: the union of past and present, of cultures and people, in a place made sacred by the passage of time.Es: Regresó a su habitación con el corazón lleno y una nueva determinación.En: She returned to her room with her heart full and a new determination.Es: Su artículo hablaría sobre la historia oculta, la belleza más allá del turismo, y el poder de los momentos auténticos.En: Her article would speak about the hidden history, the beauty beyond tourism, and the power of authentic moments.Es: Así, Sofía encontró no solo el relato que buscaba, sino un nuevo enfoque para su vida.En: Thus, Sofía found not only the story she was looking for but also a new approach to her life.Es: Había aprendido a valorar los encuentros genuinos y la sabiduría que se encuentra en lo imprevisto.En: She had learned to value genuine encounters and the wisdom found in the unexpected.Es: En las ruinas antiguas de Machu Picchu, entre la neblina y la roca, Sofía redescubrió no solo la belleza del mundo, sino también la alegría de vivir una Navidad con verdadero propósito.En: In the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu, between mist and rock, Sofía rediscovered not only the beauty of the world but also the joy of living a Christmas with true purpose. Vocabulary Words:the mist: la nieblathe ruins: las ruinasthe guide: el guíato highlight: destacarthe bond: el vínculoto hesitate: dudarthe perfectionism: el perfeccionismothe discovery: el descubrimientothe ceremony: la ceremoniato hide: esconderseto pay homage: rendir homenajethe essence: la esenciathe union: la uniónthe passage: el pasothe approach: el enfoqueto value: valorarthe wisdom: la sabiduríathe void: el vacíothe disconnection: la desconexiónto breathe deeply: respirar hondothe traveler: el viajerothe enthusiasm: el entusiasmoto overwhelm: abrumarto capture: capturarthe step: el pasoto replace: reemplazarto lose oneself: perdersethe flute: la flautathe drum: el tamborthe adventure: la aventura

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: Reunions and Revelations Amidst Machu Picchu's Ruins Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-12-24-23-34-02-es Story Transcript:Es: El sol ardía intensamente sobre Machu Picchu, bañando las ruinas en una luz dorada.En: The sun burned intensely over Machu Picchu, bathing the ruins in a golden light.Es: Las nubes se desplazaban lentamente, creando sombras que jugaban entre las antiguas piedras.En: The clouds moved slowly, creating shadows that played among the ancient stones.Es: Mateo caminaba despacio, admirando el paisaje verde que rodeaba el sitio histórico.En: Mateo walked slowly, admiring the green landscape surrounding the historical site.Es: Inhaló profundamente, dejando que el aire puro llenara sus pulmones.En: He inhaled deeply, letting the pure air fill his lungs.Es: Allí, en aquel lugar mágico, estaba por reunirse con sus amigos de la infancia, Lucía y Carlos.En: There, in that magical place, he was about to reunite with his childhood friends, Lucía and Carlos.Es: Mateo, un maestro de historia dedicado, llevaba meses sintiéndose desconectado de ellos.En: Mateo, a dedicated history teacher, had been feeling disconnected from them for months.Es: Lucía, siempre en busca de nuevas historias, viajaba constantemente.En: Lucía, always in search of new stories, traveled constantly.Es: Carlos, sepultado por su trabajo en la ciudad, añoraba los días más simples de su juventud.En: Carlos, buried in his work in the city, longed for the simpler days of his youth.Es: La Navidad se acercaba, y esto parecía la excusa perfecta para reconectar.En: Christmas was approaching, and it seemed like the perfect excuse to reconnect.Es: Se encontraron en una parte abierta de la ciudadela, donde las terrazas verdes se extendían hasta donde alcanzaba la vista.En: They met in an open part of the citadel, where the green terraces stretched as far as the eye could see.Es: "¡Mateo!"En: "¡Mateo!"Es: gritó Lucía mientras lo abrazaba con entusiasmo.En: shouted Lucía as she embraced him enthusiastically.Es: Carlos llegó poco después, con una sonrisa que iluminaba su rostro.En: Carlos arrived shortly after, with a smile that lit up his face.Es: Juntos, formaban un grupo unido por viejas memorias.En: Together, they formed a group united by old memories.Es: La charla se animó mientras caminaban por las ruinas, pero Mateo sentía una tensión interna, un peso de antiguas discusiones que no le permitía disfrutar plenamente.En: The conversation livened as they walked through the ruins, but Mateo felt an internal tension, a weight of old arguments that didn't allow him to fully enjoy.Es: Las responsabilidades del trabajo también lo mantenían cautivo, dificultando su capacidad para estar presente.En: The responsibilities of work also kept him captive, making it difficult for him to be present.Es: Al llegar la noche, improvisaron una pequeña cena navideña entre las piedras milenarias.En: As night fell, they improvised a small Christmas dinner among the ancient stones.Es: Mateo miró a sus amigos, sus caras iluminadas por la luz suave de las linternas.En: Mateo looked at his friends, their faces illuminated by the soft light of lanterns.Es: Algo dentro de él decidió que era tiempo de hablar.En: Something inside him decided it was time to speak.Es: "Necesito decirles algo", comenzó, su voz apenas un murmullo que el viento se llevaba.En: "I need to tell you something," he began, his voice barely a murmur carried by the wind.Es: "He estado sintiendo cierta distancia.En: "I've been feeling a certain distance.Es: No solo entre nosotros, sino también conmigo mismo.En: Not just between us, but also with myself.Es: El trabajo me ha alejado de ustedes, y quisiera cambiar eso."En: Work has pulled me away from you, and I want to change that."Es: Carlos inclinó la cabeza, comprendiendo de inmediato, mientras Lucía le tomó la mano en un gesto de apoyo.En: Carlos tilted his head, understanding immediately, while Lucía took his hand in a gesture of support.Es: "Estamos aquí", respondió ella, con una calidez que traspasó las frías piedras.En: "We're here," she responded, with a warmth that passed through the cold stones.Es: "Este lugar no solo guarda historias, también puede ser el inicio de nuevas."En: "This place not only holds stories, but it can also be the start of new ones."Es: Mateo sonrió al ver cómo fluían las palabras sinceras, dejando que el pasado se desvaneciera como las sombras al caer la noche.En: Mateo smiled as sincere words flowed, allowing the past to fade away like shadows at nightfall.Es: Las historias del día dieron paso a risas, y sus voces resonaron con fuerza en los corredores de piedra.En: The day's stories gave way to laughter, and their voices resonated strongly in the stone corridors.Es: Con el cielo estrellado sobre ellos, una paz renovada envolvió al grupo.En: With the starry sky above them, a renewed peace enveloped the group.Es: Mateo comprendió que había algo más valioso que sus logros académicos: la conexión y el amor de sus amigos.En: Mateo realized there was something more valuable than his academic achievements: the connection and love of his friends.Es: Machu Picchu, con su majestuosidad silenciosa, había sido el escenario perfecto para sanar viejas heridas y abrir nuevas puertas.En: Machu Picchu, with its silent majesty, had been the perfect setting to heal old wounds and open new doors.Es: El reencuentro terminó con Mateo abrazando la calidez de la amistad recuperada.En: The reunion ended with Mateo embracing the warmth of the regained friendship.Es: Las antiguas ruinas susurraban cuentos de tiempos pasados mientras sus corazones se llenaban de promesas del futuro.En: The ancient ruins whispered tales of bygone times as their hearts filled with promises of the future.Es: Mateo había encontrado en ese paseo no solo historia, sino también un camino de regreso a lo esencial.En: Mateo had found not just history in that walk, but also a path back to the essential. Vocabulary Words:the ruins: las ruinasthe clouds: las nubesthe stones: las piedrasthe landscape: el paisajethe childhood: la infanciathe citadel: la ciudadelathe terraces: las terrazasthe shadows: las sombrasto inhale: inhalarthe historical site: el sitio históricothe lungs: los pulmonesthe youth: la juventudto embrace: abrazarenthusiastically: con entusiasmothe memories: las memoriasinternal: internathe tension: la tensiónthe responsibilities: las responsabilidadesto improvise: improvisarthe lanterns: las linternasa murmur: un murmulloto carry: llevarto tilt: inclinarto resonate: resonarthe corridors: los corredoresthe majesty: la majestuosidadto heal: sanarthe wounds: las heridasthe warmth: la calidezto whisper: susurrar

What if the most memorable part of visiting Peru isn't Machu Picchu… ?In this episode, I sit down with Ericka La Madrid, founder of Delectable Peru Food Tours, a proud Peruvian who grew up surrounded by big family tables, Andean flavours, and the kind of culinary traditions that carry stories across generations. Today, she helps travellers experience Peru through its kitchens, markets, and regional dishes.Erica, is generously offering a 5% discount on when you book a tour with her, just mention the podcast episode and that you are following Delectable Food Tours and In My Kitchen on InstagramYou'll hear about:

Learn how all-inclusive Machu Picchu packages eliminate travel stress by bundling trains, tours, and hotels into one coordinated experience. We discuss luxury train options, customization flexibility, and why expert guides and transparent pricing make end-to-end travel the ultimate choice for hassle-free adventure. Inca Rail City: Cusco Address: 105 Portal de Panes Website: https://incarail.com/

Discover how all-inclusive packages transform a Machu Picchu trip from overwhelming logistics into a seamless adventure. We look at personalized train options, expert-guided tours, and the hidden value of worry-free travel through Peru's Sacred Valley. Inca Rail City: Cusco Address: 105 Portal de Panes Website: https://incarail.com/

Learn how an all-inclusive Machu Picchu tour transforms a complex trip into a smooth adventure. From scenic train rides through the Sacred Valley to expert-guided visits of the ancient citadel, we unpack what makes worry-free travel truly unforgettable. Inca Rail City: Cusco Address: 105 Portal de Panes Website: https://incarail.com/

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: Misty Trails and Friendship: A Unique Christmas at Machu Picchu Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-12-19-08-38-20-es Story Transcript:Es: La mañana era fresca y húmeda en Aguas Calientes, con una ligera neblina que envolvía el pequeño pueblo.En: The morning was fresh and humid in Aguas Calientes, with a light mist enveloping the small town.Es: Pedro, Luz y Paloma estaban en la plaza, planeando su día de aventura.En: Pedro, Luz, and Paloma were in the plaza, planning their day of adventure.Es: Era verano en el hemisferio sur, y el ambiente navideño comenzaba a sentirse en el aire.En: It was summer in the southern hemisphere, and the Christmas spirit was beginning to fill the air.Es: Pedro caminaba con energía, lleno de entusiasmo por su primer viaje a Machu Picchu.En: Pedro walked energetically, full of enthusiasm for his first trip to Machu Picchu.Es: “Quiero una Navidad diferente,” decía, observando las montañas.En: "I want a different Christmas," he said, gazing at the mountains.Es: Luz, más cautelosa, revisaba los boletos para el tren.En: Luz, more cautious, was checking the train tickets.Es: "Están todos agotados," informó preocupada.En: "They're all sold out," she reported worriedly.Es: Paloma sonreía, siempre dispuesta a lo espontáneo y lo inesperado.En: Paloma smiled, always open to the spontaneous and the unexpected.Es: "Podemos ir caminando.En: "We can walk.Es: Será emocionante," sugirió.En: It will be exciting," she suggested.Es: La idea de Paloma fue recibida con sorpresa.En: Paloma's idea was met with surprise.Es: Pedro estaba emocionado.En: Pedro was thrilled.Es: "Es una aventura perfecta," dijo.En: "It's a perfect adventure," he said.Es: Luz dudaba, pensativa.En: Luz hesitated, thoughtful.Es: "¿Será seguro?En: "Will it be safe?Es: ¿Y si llueve?"En: What if it rains?"Es: preguntó, mirando al cielo nublado.En: she asked, looking at the cloudy sky.Es: Pero la emoción de Pedro y Paloma era contagiosa, y finalmente, Luz aceptó el reto.En: But Pedro's and Paloma's excitement was contagious, and finally, Luz accepted the challenge.Es: Empezaron la caminata por un sendero menos conocido.En: They started the hike on a lesser-known path.Es: El camino era accidentado, pero la vista era espectacular.En: The trail was rugged, but the view was spectacular.Es: Los verdes picos y los valles cubiertos de neblina eran un verdadero regalo para los ojos.En: The green peaks and mist-covered valleys were a true gift for the eyes.Es: Sin embargo, la tranquilidad duró poco.En: However, the tranquility didn't last long.Es: A mitad de camino, el cielo empezó a oscurecerse.En: Midway through, the sky started to darken.Es: Pronto, una lluvia repentina los sorprendió.En: Soon, a sudden rain caught them by surprise.Es: Pedro, Luz y Paloma buscaron refugio bajo un árbol grande.En: Pedro, Luz, and Paloma sought shelter under a large tree.Es: "Debemos seguir," Pedro insistía, aunque Luz se preocupaba por la seguridad.En: "We must keep going," Pedro insisted, although Luz was concerned about safety.Es: Pero Paloma, con su espíritu libre, animó a los demás.En: But Paloma, with her free spirit, encouraged the others.Es: "Podemos hacerlo juntos," dijo.En: "We can do it together," she said.Es: La lluvia era intensa, pero no imposible de superar.En: The rain was intense, but not impossible to overcome.Es: Después de un tiempo que pareció eterno, la lluvia comenzó a ceder.En: After what seemed like an eternity, the rain began to subside.Es: El grupo siguió su camino con cuidado y finalmente llegaron a un claro desde donde se veía Machu Picchu.En: The group continued their journey carefully and finally reached a clearing from where Machu Picchu could be seen.Es: En ese momento, las nubes se apartaron y la ciudadela inca se reveló entre la niebla, bañada por los rayos del sol.En: At that moment, the clouds parted, and the Inca citadel was revealed amidst the mist, bathed by the sun's rays.Es: “Valió la pena,” susurró Luz, emocionada.En: "It was worth it," Luz whispered, excited.Es: Pedro, observando el paisaje, sonrió satisfecho, entendiendo que planear y tener cuidado no estaba de más.En: Pedro, observing the landscape, smiled contentedly, understanding that planning and being careful was not in vain.Es: Paloma los abrazó a ambos.En: Paloma hugged them both.Es: Habían logrado algo especial juntos, y con la vista de Machu Picchu ante ellos, supieron que su amistad era más fuerte que antes.En: They had achieved something special together, and with the sight of Machu Picchu before them, they knew their friendship was stronger than before.Es: Juntos, celebraron el momento con alegría, desafiando la adversidad y abrazando la aventura.En: Together, they celebrated the moment with joy, defying adversity and embracing adventure.Es: Era una Navidad diferente, pero sin duda, inolvidable.En: It was a different Christmas, but undoubtedly unforgettable. Vocabulary Words:the mist: la neblinathe enthusiasm: el entusiasmoto envelop: envolverenergetically: con energíathe adventure: la aventurathe hemisphere: el hemisferiocautious: cautelosato check: revisarsold out: agotadosthe suggestion: la sugerenciathe challenge: el retothe shelter: el refugioto hesitate: dudarthe trail: el senderorugged: accidentadothe tranquility: la tranquilidadto darken: oscurecerseunexpected: inesperadothe spirit: el espírituintense: intensato subside: cederto reveal: revelarthe clearing: el clarocontentedly: satisfechoto embrace: abrazarthe spontaneity: la espontaneidadmidway: a mitad de caminoto defy: desafiaradversity: la adversidadthe opportunity: la oportunidad

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.

In this episode of Nephilim Death Squad, we do something different — a raw watch-along and breakdown of the OG True Legends documentary featuring Timothy Alberino, Steve Quayle, Tom Horn, and the early pioneers of modern Nephilim research.Before YouTube was flooded with surface-level takes, these guys were already talking about giants, pre-flood civilizations, Vatican secrecy, ancient technology, Peru, Machu Picchu, underground tunnels, and hidden history — all through a biblical lens.We get into:The Kandahar Giant and early military accountsNephilim, giants, six-fingered beings & ancient bloodlinesMegalithic stonework that modern tech still can't explainPeru, Machu Picchu, Cusco & pre-Incan civilizationsWhy ancient structures survive floods, earthquakes, and timeThe Vatican, hidden archives & suppressed historyJesuits, tunnels, catacombs & intelligence networksWhy “ancient aliens” is a psyop version of a biblical truthHow history is edited, filtered, and controlledWhy this research disappeared — and why it's coming back nowThis episode is part commentary, part analysis, part cultural archaeology — revisiting the roots of the modern Nephilim conversation and asking one simple question:What is the true story of reality — and who benefits from hiding it?✅ Guest / Featured Figures SocialsTimothy AlberinoWebsite: https://timothyalberino.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@TimothyAlberinoSteve QuayleWebsite: https://stevequayle.comTom Horn (legacy work)SkyWatchTV Archive: https://www.skywatchtv.com00:00 Introduction and Welcome01:07 Technical Difficulties and Setup01:44 Discussing True Legends Series02:43 Family Viewing Habits and Media Influence04:04 Ancient Structures and Historical Manipulation09:22 Watching the Documentary10:30 Debate Preparation and Opponent Respect16:36 Kandahar Giant Story33:10 Vatican Secrets and Intelligence37:49 Introduction to the Vatican's Hidden Secrets38:08 Exploring Ancient Artifacts and Theories38:22 The Mystery of Elongated Skulls38:52 Giants and the Vatican's Hidden Knowledge40:02 Historical Evidence of Giants in Peru41:18 Machu Picchu and Megalithic Structures42:13 The Inca and Their Sacred Sites42:57 The Vatican's Secret Excavations44:11 The Chiana: An Ancient Subterranean Highway01:06:09 The Inca's Hidden Treasures01:15:03 Ancient Engineering Marvels01:15:31 Speculations on Giants and Subterranean Worlds01:16:41 Fantasy and Reality: Dungeons, Dragons, and Giant Theories01:17:40 Biblical References and Giant Fruits01:18:29 Nimrod and Angelic Technology01:21:10 Exploring the Sheana: Discoveries and Theories01:25:28 The Mystery of the Trap Door01:29:20 Conspiracies and Cover-Ups01:42:32 Food Drive Plans and Personal Anecdotes01:55:04 Wrapping Up and Planning Ahead01:55:14 Movie Excerpt and Discussion01:55:42 Unexpected Visitor and Energy Buyers01:56:28 White Women and Paganism01:58:04 Abraham, Sarah, and Ishmael01:59:14 Hybrid Creatures and Nephilim02:03:57 Megalithic Structures and Ancient Technology02:06:19 The Builders of Megaliths02:08:49 Exploring Cusco and Sacsayhuamán02:31:37 Final Thoughts and Future PlansBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/nephilim-death-squad--6389018/support.☠️ Nephilim Death Squad — New episodes 5x/week.Join our Patreon for early access, bonus shows & the private Telegram hive.Subscribe on YouTube & Rumble, follow @NephilimDSquad on X/Instagram, grab merch at toplobsta.com. Questions/bookings: chroniclesnds@gmail.com — Stay dangerous.

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: Breathless Adventure: Lessons from Machu Picchu Heights Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-12-14-08-38-20-es Story Transcript:Es: El sol se levantaba lentamente sobre las montañas de los Andes, iluminando con su luz dorada las ruinas místicas de Machu Picchu.En: The sun rose slowly over the Andes Mountains, illuminating with its golden light the mystical ruins of Machu Picchu.Es: Mariana y Esteban, emocionados y un poco nerviosos, comenzaban su aventura.En: Mariana and Esteban, excited and a little nervous, were beginning their adventure.Es: Querían llegar hasta Huayna Picchu, una montaña alta, con una vista impresionante del paisaje.En: They wanted to reach Huayna Picchu, a tall mountain with an impressive view of the landscape.Es: Mariana miraba a su alrededor, fascinada por la majestuosidad del lugar.En: Mariana looked around, fascinated by the majesty of the place.Es: Joaquín, su guía local, caminaba tranquilo, compartiendo historias sobre los Incas.En: Joaquín, their local guide, walked calmly, sharing stories about the Incas.Es: A su lado, Esteban, lleno de energía, seguía el ritmo, aunque por momentos se detenía para admirar la vista.En: Beside him, Esteban, full of energy, kept up the pace, although at times he paused to admire the view.Es: Después de unas horas, Mariana notó que Esteban empezaba a respirar con dificultad.En: After a few hours, Mariana noticed that Esteban was starting to breathe with difficulty.Es: Sus pasos eran más lentos, y su rostro, pálido.En: His steps were slower, and his face was pale.Es: La altitud de Machu Picchu, a más de 2,400 metros sobre el nivel del mar, era traicionera para quienes no estaban acostumbrados.En: The altitude of Machu Picchu, at more than 2,400 meters above sea level, was treacherous for those who were not accustomed to it.Es: —Esteban, ¿estás bien?En: "Esteban, are you okay?"Es: —preguntó Mariana, preocupada.En: asked Mariana, worried.Es: —Creo que me falta el aire —respondió él, con voz entrecortada.En: "I think I'm short of breath," he responded, with a faltering voice.Es: Joaquín, quien caminaba un poco más adelante, volvió rápidamente al escuchar la conversación.En: Joaquín, who was walking a little ahead, quickly returned upon hearing the conversation.Es: Evaluó la situación con rapidez.En: He assessed the situation swiftly.Es: Conocía los signos del mal de altura y sabía que era importante actuar pronto.En: He knew the signs of altitude sickness and knew it was important to act promptly.Es: —Necesitamos bajar —dijo Joaquín, calmado pero decidido—.En: "We need to go down," said Joaquín, calm but determined.Es: En un nivel más bajo, Esteban se sentirá mejor.En: "At a lower level, Esteban will feel better."Es: Mariana dudó por un momento.En: Mariana hesitated for a moment.Es: Su deseo de completar el ascenso era fuerte, pero la seguridad de su hermano era lo más importante.En: Her desire to complete the ascent was strong, but her brother's safety was the most important.Es: Finalmente, y con resignación, accedió a la propuesta de Joaquín.En: Finally, and with resignation, she agreed to Joaquín's proposal.Es: Mientras comenzaban el descenso, el cielo azul se cubría de nubes ligeras.En: As they began the descent, the blue sky became covered with light clouds.Es: Mariana sentía el peso de su decisión, pero no había dudas.En: Mariana felt the weight of her decision, yet there was no doubt.Es: Joaquín caminaba junto a Esteban, ayudándolo a moverse despacio y con cuidado.En: Joaquín walked alongside Esteban, helping him to move slowly and carefully.Es: Pronto, el aire comenzó a adquirir un aroma más fresco y respirable.En: Soon, the air began to have a fresher, more breathable aroma.Es: Esteban recuperó su color y respiración.En: Esteban regained his color and breath.Es: La calma volvió, y con ella, la sonrisa en el rostro de Mariana.En: Calm returned, and with it, the smile on Mariana's face.Es: Agradeció a Joaquín su paciencia y sabiduría.En: She thanked Joaquín for his patience and wisdom.Es: —Creo que hoy aprendí algo —dijo Mariana mirando a su hermano—.En: "I think I learned something today," said Mariana looking at her brother.Es: Pedir ayuda no es una debilidad.En: "Asking for help is not a weakness."Es: Joaquín sonrió, satisfecho de haber sido útil.En: Joaquín smiled, satisfied to have been helpful.Es: Planeaban regresar al día siguiente, más preparados y con el aprendizaje bien claro.En: They planned to return the next day, more prepared and with the lesson well understood.Es: El espíritu de aventura se fortalecía, y un nuevo plan nacía con entusiasmo renovado.En: The spirit of adventure was strengthening, and a new plan was born with renewed enthusiasm.Es: Y así, entre las montañas eternas y el cantar de las aves, Mariana, Esteban y Joaquín forjaron una amistad basada en la confianza y la colaboración.En: And so, among the eternal mountains and the song of birds, Mariana, Esteban, and Joaquín forged a friendship based on trust and collaboration.Es: Machu Picchu, una vez más, demostró ser no solo un lugar de historia, sino un maestro de la vida misma.En: Machu Picchu once again proved to be not just a place of history, but a teacher of life itself. Vocabulary Words:the Andes: los Andesthe ruins: las ruinasmystical: místicothe guide: el guíato admire: admirartreacherous: traicioneroto hesitate: dudarresignation: la resignaciónthe aroma: el aromathe altitude: la altitudto pause: detenersecalm: tranquilofascinated: fascinadomajestic: majestuosoimpressive: impresionanteto breathe: respirardifficulty: la dificultadaltitude sickness: el mal de alturato descent: el descensoto act: actuarswiftly: con rapidezdetermined: decididotrust: la confianzacollaboration: la colaboraciónadventure: la aventuraenthusiasm: el entusiasmothe eternal mountains: las montañas eternasthe song of birds: el cantar de las avesthe landscape: el paisajeto ascend: el ascenso

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?

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: Chasing Llamas and Legends Through Machu Picchu's Mysteries Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-12-03-08-38-20-es Story Transcript:Es: El sol brillaba intensamente en Machu Picchu cuando Valeria, Ignacio y Rocío llegaron al majestuoso sitio.En: The sun was shining intensely in Machu Picchu when Valeria, Ignacio, and Rocío arrived at the majestic site.Es: El aire estaba lleno de la emoción del descubrimiento.En: The air was filled with the excitement of discovery.Es: Las montañas verdes se alzaban majestuosamente, envolviendo la antigua ciudad inca con un abrazo de historia y misterio.En: The green mountains rose majestically, enveloping the ancient Inca city with an embrace of history and mystery.Es: Valeria, siempre curiosa, admiraba las piedras trabajadas por los incas.En: Valeria, always curious, admired the stones carved by the Incas.Es: Rocío, su guía amable, les contaba leyendas del lugar mientras caminaban por los senderos.En: Rocío, their kind guide, told them legends about the place as they walked along the paths.Es: Ignacio, sin despegar la vista de su cámara, capturaba cada esquina, cada sombra.En: Ignacio, without taking his eyes off his camera, captured every corner, every shadow.Es: Él prefería ver el mundo a través del lente, congelar momentos para siempre.En: He preferred to see the world through the lens, freezing moments forever.Es: Llevaban una cesta llena de delicias.En: They carried a basket full of delights.Es: Planearon un picnic al borde de una de las terrazas.En: They planned a picnic at the edge of one of the terraces.Es: El lugar era perfecto, con una vista impresionante de las ruinas y nubes deslizándose por el cielo.En: The place was perfect, with an impressive view of the ruins and clouds gliding across the sky.Es: Valeria se sentía en paz, lista para saborear el momento.En: Valeria felt at peace, ready to savor the moment.Es: De repente, una sombra peluda y veloz interrumpió la tranquilidad.En: Suddenly, a furry, fast shadow interrupted the tranquility.Es: Era una llama, y sin pensarlo dos veces, había tomado su cesta con los dientes grandes y descarados.En: It was a llama, and without a second thought, it had grabbed their basket with its large, brazen teeth.Es: Valeria soltó una risa sorprendida mientras la llama, moviendo su cola enérgicamente, comenzaba a alejarse.En: Valeria let out a surprised laugh as the llama, wagging its tail energetically, started to walk away.Es: —¡Oh no!En: —@es{Oh no!Es: ¡Nuestra comida!En: ¡Nuestra comida!Es: —exclamó ella, sin poder evitar reír.En: }—she exclaimed, unable to stop laughing.Es: Rocío sonrió, disfrutando la espontaneidad del momento.En: Rocío smiled, enjoying the spontaneity of the moment.Es: —Vamos a seguirla —sugirió con picardía.En: —Vamos a seguirla—she suggested mischievously.Es: Ignacio, emocionado, ya estaba filmando la escena.En: Ignacio, excited, was already filming the scene.Es: La persecución rápidamente se convirtió en un juego.En: The chase quickly turned into a game.Es: Valeria corría tras la llama, esquivando piedras y saltando pequeños charcos.En: Valeria ran after the llama, dodging stones and jumping over small puddles.Es: Ignacio capturaba cada segundo, tratando de no perderse nada.En: Ignacio captured every second, trying not to miss anything.Es: La carrera los llevó hasta un maravilloso mirador.En: The chase led them to a marvelous viewpoint.Es: Allí, la llama se detuvo, aparentemente satisfecha con su travesura.En: There, the llama stopped, seemingly satisfied with its prank.Es: Valeria, recuperando el aliento, intentó recuperar la cesta, comenzando un gracioso tira y afloja con el animal.En: Valeria, catching her breath, tried to retrieve the basket, starting a funny tug-of-war with the animal.Es: Rocío, riendo, sacó un poco de maíz que tenía en su bolsillo.En: Rocío, laughing, took out some corn she had in her pocket.Es: La llama, intrigada, soltó la cesta para acercarse.En: The llama, intrigued, released the basket to approach.Es: —Gracias, Rocío —dijo Valeria, aliviada, mientras ella e Ignacio recuperaban la comida.En: —Gracias, Rocío—said Valeria, relieved, as she and Ignacio retrieved the food.Es: Finalmente se sentaron a disfrutar el picnic, el sol calentando sus rostros mientras admiraban el paisaje.En: Finally, they sat down to enjoy the picnic, the sun warming their faces while they admired the landscape.Es: Todo el evento los dejó riendo, creando un recuerdo inolvidable.En: The whole event left them laughing, creating an unforgettable memory.Es: —Hoy aprendí algo —dijo Valeria, mirando las montañas—.En: —Hoy aprendí algo—said Valeria, looking at the mountains—.Es: A veces, los planes cambian, pero eso hace la vida interesante.En: A veces, los planes cambian, pero eso hace la vida interesante.Es: El picnic fue perfecto, no como lo habían planeado, pero lleno de risas y nuevas anécdotas.En: The picnic was perfect, not as they had planned, but full of laughter and new anecdotes.Es: Machu Picchu se quedó con ellos, no solo en la memoria de Ignacio, sino en sus corazones, como una aventura que siempre recordarían con una sonrisa.En: Machu Picchu stayed with them, not only in Ignacio's memory but in their hearts, as an adventure they would always remember with a smile. Vocabulary Words:the embrace: el abrazothe guide: el/la guíamajestic: majestuosothe path: el senderoto capture: capturarthe ruins: las ruinasto savor: saborearthe furry shadow: la sombra peludabrazen: descaradothe spontaneity: la espontaneidadmischievously: con picardíato film: filmarthe puddle: el charcothe viewpoint: el miradorthe prank: la travesurathe tug-of-war: el tira y aflojato retrieve: recuperarthe corn: el maízrelieved: aliviadoto admire: admirarthe delight: la deliciathe shadow: la sombrato glide: deslizarseto jump: saltarto dodge: esquivarunforgettable: inolvidablethe terrace: la terrazato freeze: congelarthe excitement: la emociónancient: antiguo

Como é a viagem a Machu Picchu, no Peru? Neste episódio, Adolfo Nomenili e Rafael Carvalho dão todas as dicas de o que você precisa saber antes de conhecer esse destino.Como é o trem pra Machu Picchu, qual a melhor época, quais os tipos de ingresso e onde se hospedar... E mais: um roteiro completo incluindo Cusco e o Vale Sagrado.Roteiro em Machu Picchu no canalTour até Machu Picchu com tremPasseio no Vale SagradoTour Salinas de Maras e MorayFicou com alguma dúvida? Comenta aqui ou no @essemundoenosso!Latino Night [Latino-style, Instrumental] by HappyWorldWithMochi via Free Music Archive (CC BY 4.0)

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....

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: Machu Picchu's Unexpected Lesson: Storms and Rainbows Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-12-01-23-34-02-es Story Transcript:Es: El cielo sobre Machu Picchu cambiaba de azul intenso a gris oscuro.En: The sky over Machu Picchu shifted from deep blue to dark gray.Es: Carlos, Lucía y Mateo caminaban entre las antiguas ruinas, maravillados por la historia de cada piedra.En: Carlos, Lucía, and Mateo walked among the ancient ruins, amazed by the history in every stone.Es: Era verano y la Navidad en el hemisferio sur les había recibido con un clima cálido, perfecto para la aventura.En: It was summer, and Christmas in the southern hemisphere had welcomed them with warm weather, perfect for adventure.Es: Carlos quería ver el atardecer desde lo alto.En: Carlos wanted to see the sunset from above.Es: Había oído que ese momento era mágico, una oportunidad única que no quería perderse.En: He had heard that moment was magical, a unique opportunity he didn't want to miss.Es: Pero, de repente, el viento comenzó a soplar fuerte.En: But suddenly, the wind began to blow fiercely.Es: Las nubes se juntaron rápidamente en un oscuro abrazo.En: The clouds quickly gathered in a dark embrace.Es: Mateos, atento a los cambios, escuchó a un guía decir que debía llegar una tormenta y que era peligroso quedarse.En: Mateo, attentive to the changes, heard a guide say that a storm was coming and that it was dangerous to stay.Es: "Es mejor regresar", insistió Lucía preocupada.En: "It's better to go back," insisted Lucía worriedly.Es: Pero Carlos, con el deseo ardiendo en sus ojos, no quería moverse.En: But Carlos, with desire burning in his eyes, didn't want to move.Es: "Quizás pase pronto," respondió, casi rogando a la tormenta que se detuviera.En: "Perhaps it will pass soon," he replied, almost pleading with the storm to stop.Es: "Podemos esperar un poco."En: "We can wait a little."Es: Las gotas gruesas comenzaron a caer.En: Thick drops began to fall.Es: La tormenta demostraba su poder con relámpagos en el fondo de las montañas.En: The storm showed its power with lightning in the backdrop of the mountains.Es: Lucía y Mateo, empapados, intentaron convencer a Carlos de que la seguridad era primero.En: Lucía and Mateo, drenched, tried to convince Carlos that safety came first.Es: Pero Carlos dudaba, deseando aún ver ese atardecer.En: But Carlos hesitated, still yearning to see that sunset.Es: Conforme el viento arremetía con más fuerza y el trueno resonaba, una imagen clara apareció en su mente: la seguridad de sus amigos peleando con su deseo individual.En: As the wind blew more fiercely and the thunder echoed, a clear image appeared in his mind: his friends' safety battling his individual desire.Es: En ese momento crítico, entendió lo peligroso que sería quedarse.En: In that critical moment, he understood how dangerous it would be to stay.Es: "Vámonos ahora," dijo finalmente, movido por la responsabilidad.En: "Let's go now," he finally said, moved by responsibility.Es: Mientras descendían por el sinuoso camino, la lluvia comenzó a disminuir.En: As they descended the winding path, the rain began to lessen.Es: Al voltear, Carlos vio un asombroso espectáculo: un arcoíris doble se extendía sobre las ruinas, efímero y vibrante.En: Looking back, Carlos saw an astonishing sight: a double rainbow stretched over the ruins, ephemeral and vibrant.Es: Al llegar al refugio, secos y a salvo, Carlos sonrió.En: Upon reaching the shelter, dry and safe, Carlos smiled.Es: No había visto el atardecer que deseaba, pero había ganado algo más valioso.En: He hadn't seen the sunset he wanted, but he had gained something more valuable.Es: "¿Viste eso?En: "Did you see that?"Es: ", le dijo a Lucía y Mateo.En: he said to Lucía and Mateo.Es: "Ese arcoíris fue increíble."En: "That rainbow was incredible."Es: En su corazón, Carlos aprendió que las mejores experiencias se comparten, y que estar juntos, incluso en la tormenta, era lo que realmente importaba.En: In his heart, Carlos learned that the best experiences are shared, and that being together, even in the storm, was what truly mattered.Es: La lección del día quedó grabada junto con los sonidos de la lluvia y la risa de sus amigos, completando así una aventura inolvidable.En: The day's lesson was etched along with the sounds of the rain and his friends' laughter, completing an unforgettable adventure. Vocabulary Words:fiercely: fuertestorm: la tormentaembrace: el abrazothunder: el truenolightning: los relámpagosephemeral: efímerowinding path: el sinuoso caminoshelter: el refugiodrenched: empapadosresponsibility: la responsabilidadsunset: el atardecerbackdrop: el fondoindividual desire: el deseo individualguidance: el guíaunforgettable: inolvidablesafety: la seguridadopportunity: la oportunidadastonishing: asombrosoruins: las ruinashearts: los corazonessouthern hemisphere: el hemisferio suradventure: la aventurarainbow: el arcoírisclouds: las nubeswind: el vientoguide: el guíalesson: la lecciónsound: los sonidosechoed: resonabapleading: rogando

A 4-day luxury trip through Peru's Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu, featuring panoramic train travel, historic Cusco tours, and stays at the Palacio del Inka. Learn what makes this smooth, immersive experience perfect for discerning travelers. Inca Rail City: Cusco Address: 105 Portal de Panes Website: https://incarail.com/

Discover what makes the train ride from Cusco to Machu Picchu one of South America's most breathtaking rail adventures. We compare train class options from Voyager to First Class, and share insider tips on timing, photography, and making the most of this iconic route. Inca Rail City: Cusco Address: 105 Portal de Panes Website: https://incarail.com/

In this episode, we're talking about something that sits at the heart of connected parenting: your emotional capacity. Your ability to feel your own emotions directly shapes how you help your children navigate theirs.I'm sharing the exact moment a client realized why she kept snapping at her kids, and how one shift opened the door to calmer, more connected parenting. We'll walk through what emotional capacity really means, why it matters so much, and how to grow it in practical, doable ways.Inside the episode, you'll learn:Why “trying not to get triggered” doesn't workThe difference between suppressing emotions and expanding your capacityHow your child's big feelings bump into your limitsWhat actually creates emotional safety for kidsThe eight emotional capacities that change how you parentWhy repair is often more powerful than getting it perfectHow to hold space for your child without absorbing their stormThe tiny daily practices that build real emotional strengthYou'll hear stories from my own life, Target meltdowns, the baby powder blizzard, hiking to Machu Picchu, as well as real client breakthroughs that show what's possible when you learn to feel your emotions without being ruled by them.This episode will help you understand yourself more clearly, stay steadier in the hard moments, and create a home where big feelings aren't something to fear… they're something you can navigate with confidence.Because in parenting, you can't teach what you can't feel, and feeling more is what makes connection possible.Learn more here --> https://connectmethodparenting.comNext Steps: Leave a review if you've been enjoying the CMP Podcast My Book: https://cmp.works/1xs My IG: https://cmp.works/ista

Buenas noches, nocturnas y nocturnos. Esta semana abriremos el portal del tiempo. Abrimos un viaje al corazón de Perú, un lugar donde "el pasado no ha muerto" y la historia se confunde con el mito entre los desiertos de Nazca y las nieblas del Machu Picchu. Nuestro invitado, el viajero incansable Fede Padial, nos guía a través de los enigmas del Perú profundo, abordando preguntas como quién trazó los geoglifos que solo se ven desde el cielo, y cómo se erigieron los templos ciclópeos de Cuzco que desafían la lógica. En la sección "Caminando entre Monstruos" Javier Resines se centrará esta noche en las "encantadas de Extremadura", criaturas del folclore español. Son mujeres transformadas por un hechizo o maldición que buscan ser liberadas por un humano, a menudo un hombre, siguiendo ciertas instrucciones. Sed bienvenidos y bienvenidas. Podcast Academia de los Nocturnos Dirige: Félix Friaza Presentan: Félix Friaza y Lola Velasco Colaboran: Javier Resines y Miguel Herrero Locución: Laura Cárdenas y Ana Cárdenas Edición y diseño: Paco Cárdenas Tertulias Nocturnas: Edición: Juanca Romero y Paco Cárdenas Alegan: Félix Friaza, Lola Velasco, Enrique Romero y Juanca Romero + Invitados Si te gusta nuestro programa, suscríbete en Ivoox, comenta y dale a Me gusta a nuestros programas, tu respaldo nos motiva a seguir adelante y a mejorar. Y si los compartes, nos ayudarás a que los conozcan más personas. - Suscríbete a nuestro podcast aquí: https://go.ivoox.com/sq/1523888 - Añádenos a Whatsapp: (+34) 644 848 546 - Nuestro correo: academianocturnos@gmail.com - Síguenos en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AcademiaDeLosNocturnos - Las declaraciones y opiniones manifestadas por los invitados, colaboradores o miembros de la dirección son responsabilidad individual y no comprometen ni reflejan la opinión institucional del programa. Créditos de las músicas: - Tema inicio y final: Academia de los Nocturnos – José Manuel Durán Rain y Félix Friaza - Cuña 1: BSO Poltergeist – Jerry Goldsmith – “The calling” - Cuña 2: BSO Nosferatu (2024) – “Once upon a time” - Cuña 3: BSO Encuentros en la tercera fase – John Williams – “Wild signals” - Cuña 4 contacto: “Salem's Lot Soundtrack | Town Theme - Nathan Barr & Lisbeth Scott | WaterTower Music” - Presentación: “The wendigo” – BSO ”Cementerio maldito” - Música de la sección "Caminando entre Monstruos": "Cripto" - por PC - Músicas de la sección “Arqueología de los medios”: BSO “El arte de la luz y la sombra” - Tsvetelina Lyubenova Avramova - “Fantasmagorías” y “Fuga fantasmagórica” - Músicas del programa: - “Mad Because You Are Leaving” - Music from Dora and the Lost City of Gold - Paramount Music

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

In this episode of The Jimmy Rex Show, Jimmy sits down with his good friend Dallas Offill, founder of Happy Roofing and host of The Happy Hour Podcast. Dallas shares his inspiring journey of building a thriving business at a young age — from humble beginnings and early struggles to becoming a leader in his industry and community.The two dive deep into topics like entrepreneurship, leadership, scaling a company, personal growth, and the power of mentorship. Dallas opens up about the challenges of hiring, building systems, and maintaining integrity while growing fast. The conversation also explores how being part of We Are The They (WATT) has helped him strengthen his mindset, deepen his relationships, and continue to evolve as a man and a leader.Jimmy and Dallas end by reflecting on the importance of gratitude, connection, and authenticity — how being open and real with others can transform both your business and your life. 00:00 Introduction01:11 Is it harder to get ahead today? Tools, mindset & opportunity07:00 Networking at scale: social reach, info age, and starting a podcast13:24 Machu Picchu trek: grit, gratitude, and “enjoy the journey”20:30 Presence over pace: slowing down in a hyper-speed world31:00 Risk, variety & Tony Robbins' six human needs34:52 Scaling Happy Roofing: hires, mistakes, systems & training41:30 Tough calls: firing, lessons learned & Ed Mylett's hiring tip44:46 Daily gratitude practice & mindset reps47:52 Finding We Are The They & paying it forward51:41 Outro

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