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In today's podcast the boys talk about the flock cameras controversy, Ken regretting his new marriage, the Cboys bullying environment, Jack constantly posting his girl, Make-A-Wish kids coming to the shop, Dalton's truck catching on fire, the Cboys converting to flip phones, hitting 400K subscribers and more! Thank you for watching, enjoy Don't sleep on [@ultrapouches]. New customers get 15% Off with code WIDEOPEN at takeultra.com! #UltraPouches #ad Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/wideopen! #squarepod  Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/wideopen #rulapod Get 10% Off your entire order & take advantage of Ridge's Annual Sweepstakes by going to https://www.Ridge.com/WIDEOPEN#Ridgepod NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Open only to legal residents of the promotion territory, who have reached the age of majority in their jurisdiction of residence. Void elsewhere & where prohibited by law. Enter by 9:00 a.m. USPT on 8 September 2026. 2 winners, prizes total ARV: up to approx. $539,165 CAD / £284,170. Skill-testing question required in CA. See Official Rules at ridge.com/pages/rules for complete eligibility, entry instructions, how to enter without a purchase, entry limits, prize details, odds, and restrictions. Sponsor: The Ridge Wallet LLC. To watch the podcast on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/LifeWideOpenYT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/LifeWideOpenWithCboysTV⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, or send this link to a friend: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/LifeWideOpenWithCboysTV⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can also check out our main YouTube channel CboysTV: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/CboysTV⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  

In this heartfelt episode of World of Wishes, we are joined by Abby Lindenberg, a devoted wish mom whose daughter Layla's journey is defined by resilience, hope, and a powerful transformation from uncertainty to light. Layla was diagnosed with an ultra‑rare genetic condition called alpha‑mannosidosis, a disorder that affects muscle strength, balance, hearing, cognition, and overall development. For years, Abby and her family navigated what she describes as a diagnostic “odyssey”—visiting more than a dozen specialists, sensing that something wasn't right, yet struggling without answers. When the diagnosis finally came, it brought fear and anxiety, but also relief in finally having a name—and a path forward. Layla ultimately underwent a bone marrow transplant, a life‑altering and intense treatment that offered her the brightest possible future. Abby shares honestly about the emotional toll of watching a seemingly healthy child endure such an invasive procedure, the faith required to move forward, and the long months spent inpatient during Layla's recovery. Two years later, the results are extraordinary: Layla is present, joyful, active, and embracing life in ways that once felt uncertain. That's when Make‑A‑Wish entered their lives. During Layla's recovery, her daily ritual became dressing up as a princess—finding joy, imagination, and strength even on the hardest days. That simple act revealed her deepest wish: a magical experience at Walt Disney World, where Layla could fully live out her princess dreams. In this episode, Abby recounts what the wish meant—not just for Layla, but for her entire family. From staying at Give Kids The World, to the care and generosity of volunteers, to seeing her daughter fully present and glowing with joy, the wish marked a powerful milestone: a celebration of survival, healing, and gratitude on the other side of darkness. This conversation is a testament to parental advocacy, to living moment by moment through unimaginable challenges, and to the profound impact a wish can have in helping families reclaim joy and light.Learn more about how can get involved at https://wish.org/sfla!Be sure to follow us @makeawishsfla on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, TikTok, and LinkedIn!Subscribe, Rate, & Review this podcast to support future episodes that will feature wish kids and parents' past and present, volunteers, donors, referral sources and everyone who contributes to this World of Wishes!

The Tim Conway Jr Show Hour 3 (8.5) The Carolina Panthers and Make-A-Wish just made six-year-old Asher Harvey’s dream come true. The little boy, who lives with congenital heart failure and has already had three open-heart surgeries, gets to be quarterback for a day. You have to wonder if the defensive line got a quiet “take it easy on the kid” talk. Meanwhile, the Powerball jackpot has climbed to $786 million — still a better gamble than a diarrhea-laced public pool. Timmy drops some practical tips for parents staring down the average $600 back-to-school supply bill and shares smarter ways to keep costs down. McDonald’s claims it’s struggling even while its stock keeps climbing. On the diamond, the Dodgers landed left-hander Tarik Skubal, one of the best pitchers in baseball, and Bob Costas weighs in on why the Dodgers are not “ruining” the game with their big moves. And in Boyle Heights the nightmare continues: residents are still suffering from the putrid, rodent-infested fallout of the Lineage Logistics warehouse fire, and today’s public hearing made it clear that neither politicians nor the property owners are doing nearly enough about the stench. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Britany Klenda shares her path from architecture during the recession to corporate real estate and occupancy planning. Her shift brought on her skills, such as, data analysis, dashboards, and change management for workplace strategies. Britany discusses how parenthood challenged her hyper work mindset and how her role now blends human needs with space-usage data to guide clients on future workplace decisions. She also shares details about her family's crisis when her son Bennett's behavioral changes and led to discovering he had a brain tumor, surgery, rehab, radiation, and chemotherapy, followed by ongoing disabilities and care. The importance of community support, pediatric cancer foundations, and the importance of awareness and giving matter so greatly.▬▬▬▬▬ Resources ▬▬▬▬▬Britany Klenda: https://www.linkedin.com/in/britany-glim-klenda-37090237/SAS Architects & Planners: https://sasarch.com/JLL: https://www.jll.com/en-us/locations/chicagoBetween Two Kingdoms: https://www.amazon.com/Between-Two-Kingdoms-Suleika-Jaouad/dp/0399588582Ronald McDonald House: https://ronaldmcdonaldhousechicago.org/central-dupage-hospital/Violet Foundation: https://www.violet-foundation.org/Cals Angels: https://www.calsangels.org/Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation: https://curethekids.org/Camp One Step: https://camponestep.org/JCC Chicago Sunrise Day Camp: https://www.sunrisedaycamp-chicago.org/Dragonfly Foundation - https://dragonfly.org/Bear Necessities: https://bearnecessities.org/Special Spaces: https://specialspaces.org/Make-A-Wish: https://wish.org/illinoisLurie Children's Hospital of Chicago: https://www.luriechildrens.org/September is Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month - a time to honor the incredible strength of children battling cancer, remember those we've lost, and raise awareness of the urgent need for more research, better treatments, and stronger support for families. Every act of kindness matters. You can make a difference by:Donating blood. During Bennett's treatment, he needed more than 30 blood transfusions. Blood donors truly help save lives.Volunteering with a pediatric cancer foundation to support children and families throughout their journey.Preparing meals for families staying at the Ronald McDonald House, giving them one less thing to worry about during an incredibly difficult time.Hosting a fundraiser to support research and family assistance programs through childhood cancer organizations.Sharing our story to raise awareness. Every conversation, post, and share helps shine a light on the need for more research, more support, and more hope.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cacklemedia/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cacklemediaX: https://x.com/CackleMediaLLCYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CackleMediaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cacklemedia/Support the pod when signing up for Descript / SquadCast: https://get.descript.com/transferableskill▬▬▬▬▬ Timestamps ▬▬▬▬▬00:00 Welcome and Show Introduction00:19 Early Career Connections01:36 Finding Architecture Passion03:44 Time Management Lessons06:13 Recession Work Pressure08:01 Shift to Corporate Planning10:33 JLL Consulting Basics12:35 Hot Desking Change15:06 Data Meets Human Needs17:41 Dashboards During COVID18:25 Family Crisis Begins22:10 Diagnosis and Aftermath24:12 Grief Without Words25:20 Facing High Stakes Surgery26:13 Hospital Chaos and Breaking Down27:00 Handing Him to the Surgeon28:08 Rehab Radiation and Chemo Marathon29:59 Friends Who Show Up32:48 After Treatment New Normal36:27 Living With Fear and Perspective39:14 Finding Community and Camps42:28 Work Support and Hidden Strength44:30 Paying It Forward for New Parents45:50 Pediatric Cancer Awareness Call47:11 Closing Thanks and Fight Ahead

Death is a topic most of us avoid...until we can't.But what if talking about it early actually gave us more peace, not less? In this episode, Leah sits down with Dr. Susan Abernethy, founder of Mudança Healing, whose path from naturopathic medicine and nonprofit leadership (including Make-A-Wish) led her to become an end-of-life doula.Susan shares how having honest conversations early, especially after a cancer or dementia diagnosis, can ease the pressure of rapid-fire medical decisions, bring clarity to what really matters, and offer real comfort to both patients and the families who love them. We get into the practical side too: the gaps hospice care often leaves behind, the toll caregiving takes on families, and why services like respite matter so much. Susan also walks us through the tools she uses in her workshops—from Death Decks to checklists—to help individuals and organizations get ready for what's ahead, not just legally, but practically and emotionally.This conversation is a gentle reminder: planning for the end isn't morbid. It is an act of care for the people you love.Connect with Susan: www.mudancahealing.comand on Instagram @mudanca_healingResources mentioned in this episode:All There Is with Anderson Cooper https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-there-is-with-anderson-cooper/id1643163707Death, End-of-Life, and Dementia Decks https://thedeathdeck.com/collections/shop-all-decksA Good Death by Margaret Rice https://bookshop.org/a/103670/9781911632146Learn more about end-of-life doulas at https://inelda.org/Leave a message and let us know what you liked about the episode!Support the showBecome a member of The Cancer Pod Community! Support the podcast and gain access to exclusive content and more! Join today on Buy Me a Coffee or Patreon.Check out thecancerpod.com! Looking for more information? The website has blogs, merch, and all of the episodes listed by season and category. Shop the Bookshop! The shelves at Bookshop feature books by authors who have been on the show and other fav books.Buy The Cancer Pod merch! Whether it's a cozy hoody or a handy water bottle, we have something for everybody.Have a comment or suggestion? Email info (at) thecancerpod (dot) com Follow @TheCancerPod on social media:InstagramBlueskyFacebookLinkedInYouTube

Today I am joined by Misty Farmer and Amanda Osborne! Misty Farmer leads Make a Wish South carolina's mission to grant life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses across the state.   Her forward-thinking approach has enabled the organization to adapt and flourish, leading to a steady increase in revenue and the number of wishes fulfilled each year for more than a decade. Amanda Osborne currently serves as the CDO at Make-A-Wish South Carolina. In this role, she oversees the fundraising operations, event, major gifts solicitations and other revenue generating initiatives.  Amanda is also a proud graduate of Leadership Greenville, Class 42.  In this episode we talk about the Wish granting process, the impact of a single wish, what working at a non-profit is like, how they both got their start in the non-profit sector, and so much more!Make-A-Wish WebsiteMake-A-Wish FacebookMake-A-Wish Instagram

Hannah Lopez started scrapbooking in 2014 to document her daughter's Make-A-Wish trip during treatment for childhood leukemia, and within six months she was already making YouTube videos about her new hobby. Today she runs The Crafty Maven Getaway, a mixed media kit company and online community she first launched in 2015, stepped away from for several years, and recently relaunched with a design team and a fresh focus. Our conversation covers content creation in the scrapbooking space, the logistics of running a small product-based business, and what younger crafters might do differently.

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92-year-old Ed Dwight, of Denver, is a legend. The sculptor and spaceman is the subject of a retrospective at History Colorado. "Casting a Legacy" features his figures of Black cowboys and homesteaders, jazz greats, and civil rights leaders. Then, a United Airlines pilot who was a Make-A-Wish kid pays it forward. Plus, what it takes to turn an office building into housing. 

In this episode, Frank sits down with John Seasock of Black Rock Auto Center in Gordon, Pennsylvania. They talked all about his roots in the Coal Region, his late '80s start building the monster truck Sudden Impact in his dad's driveway, and his career driving for Monster Jam, including winning back-to-back Monster Jam World Racing Finals championships in Las Vegas in the Batman truck after defeating Grave Digger. Seasock shares how he met and became friends with Brad Arnold of 3 Doors Down, describes the sport's shift from crude, owner-built trucks to modern, highly produced events, and recounts hospital and Make-A-Wish visits that shaped his focus on helping kids. He explains starting Black Rock about seven years ago, emphasizing honest repairs, custom lift-kit work, transparency, and community support, and promotes the free "Showing Out in Shamokin 2.0" event on August 15.To learn more about John and Black Rock Auto Center, visit the website or give them a follow on Facebook.If you or someone you know wants to be featured on our podcast, visit our website! 

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Sara Lister joins Bob Clark on The Morning Show. Sara Lister is currently the President and CEO of Make-A-Wish New Mexico and began serving in that role in May 2018. She previously served as the Senior Director of Development at the UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center. Prior to her work in nonprofits, Sara worked both in politics and government at the federal, state and local level for the first 17 years of her career. She served both U.S. Senator Pete Domenici and President George W. Bush. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this deeply moving episode of World of Wishes, we are honored to welcome Bryan DeCobo, a Wish Dad whose journey with Make‑A‑Wish has been shaped by love, loss, resilience, and extraordinary courage. Bryan shares the story of his two sons, Ethan and Liam, who were both diagnosed with a rare, life‑shortening condition known as Coats Plus Syndrome. He opens up about the unimaginable reality of parenting two medically fragile children, the grief of losing Ethan at just four years old, and the determination that led his family to fight—not only for their own children, but for every family facing this rare disease. That fight included starting a first‑of‑its‑kind foundation, pursuing experimental treatments, and helping establish a new standard of care that is now stabilizing Liam's condition. The episode also explores the power of wishes during life's most painful moments. Bryan reflects on Ethan's wish—a quiet, deeply personal trip to the mountains of North Carolina that became a sacred time for connection, love, and saying goodbye. He then shares the joy and light of Liam's wish: traveling to Washington, D.C. to attend John Cena's final wrestling match, where Liam met his hero and experienced a moment of pure, unforgettable joy. Beyond the wishes themselves, Bryan speaks candidly about fatherhood, vulnerability, and the importance of safe spaces for men navigating grief and fear. He discusses how joy is not just emotional—it can be transformational, even healing—and why Make‑A‑Wish is more than a moment in time; it is a force that brings light into the darkest chapters of a family's story. This episode is a powerful reminder that every family is carrying something unseen—and that love, purpose, and joy can coexist even in the presence of profound loss. Learn more about how can get involved at https://wish.org/sfla!Be sure to follow us @makeawishsfla on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, TikTok, and LinkedIn!Subscribe, Rate, & Review this podcast to support future episodes that will feature wish kids and parents' past and present, volunteers, donors, referral sources and everyone who contributes to this World of Wishes!

What if gifting could be as easy as sending a gift card—but infinitely more joyful and personal?In this episode, I'm joined by Elisabeth Vezzani, co-founder of Sugarwish, to talk about how a conversation on the sidelines of a youth soccer game turned into a business that's delivered millions of moments of joy. Elisabeth shares how Sugarwish combines technology and personalization to create gifting experiences that feel thoughtful, memorable, and genuinely human.We also discuss why the little details matter, how customer feedback has shaped Sugarwish's growth, and what it really takes to create superfans in a world full of transactional experiences.In this episode, you'll learn:The origin story behind Sugarwish and the problem it was created to solveHow to balance high-tech convenience with high-touch personalizationWhy the smallest details often have the biggest impact on customer experienceHow Sugarwish has expanded from candy to wine, candles, spa products, pet gifts, and moreThe role customer feedback plays in innovation and product developmentWhy Elisabeth does not delegate this one taskHow Sugarwish's partnership with Make-A-Wish aligns with its mission of spreading joySpecial Offer for ListenersTry Sugarwish for yourself and save $10 on your first order with code SUPERFANS.Connect with Elisabeth & SugarwishWebsite: sugarwish.comInstagram: @sugarwishgirl--------------------------------About Brittany Brittany Hodak is an award-winning entrepreneur, author, and customer experience speaker who helps businesses turn customers into superfans. She's delivered keynotes to hundreds of organizations around the world, including American Express, Benihana, and Keller Williams. Her trademark SUPER Model™ framework has empowered teams in every industry to transform customer apathy into advocacy. Enjoying the show? Subscribe, leave a rating and review, and share this episode with someone who wants to create more superfans.Subscribe to Brittany's biweekly newsletterFollow Brittany on LinkedIn and InstagramGrab a copy of Creating Superfans on Amazon

Tim's husband Chris works for Make A Wish and they are doing an incredible bourbon raffle. Here are all the details! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of youngadults.today, Josiah and Micah sit down with Pastor Tori Farina, founder of Rev Fresh and creator of the new RevStream cohort, to talk about the real financial pressure pastors are facing in 2026—and how ethical, well-designed side hustles can help close the gap without compromising the call. Tori shares the powerful story behind Rev Fresh (think: Make-A-Wish for pastors), how a three–week stay in a $4M beachfront home changed his family's life, and why he now spends his energy refreshing ministry leaders with sabbaticals, medical crisis support, and financial help. You'll hear honest conversation about pastor compensation, side hustles, conflict of interest, family rhythms, and calling—plus practical side hustle ideas and a sneak peek into the RevStream beta cohort that will help pastors earn about $866/month in roughly 10 hours a week. If you're a pastor, young adult in ministry, or someone who wants to bless spiritual leaders, this conversation will stretch your thinking and give you concrete next steps. Visit https://www.revfresh.org/revstream  More about us: www.youngadults.today Resources & Action Steps: Sign up for the West Coast Leader Gathering August 12-13th, 2026 in Irvine, CA: https://www.youngadults.today/west-coast-conference Give to the mission of youngadultstoday: https://tithe.ly/give?c=5350133 Resources: Free eBook "10 Steps to Starting a Successful Young Adult Ministry: https://www.youngadults.today/book/starting-a-successful-young-adult-ministry Join our FaceBook Group Community with 2500+ leaders: https://www.facebook.com/groups/796270437396021 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youngadults.today/ 

We talked about how John Cena has granted more Make-A-Wishes than any celebrity ever and Pete Davidson says the organization changed his life too. If we got a Make-A-Wish at 10 years old, which celebrity are we picking? The show tackles the great regional debate: Is it Coke or soda? Shopping cart or buggy? Tennis shoes or running shoes? We compare what everyone calls these everyday items and find out what your answers say about where you're from. A listener called in and immediately offended Amy. Bobby shares how his heart has changed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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When the Entrepreneur arrives at a planet of legends, it looks like Troi might be leaving the show to get married. But when a ship carrying a deadly disease arrives in system, they learn it's also carrying a very sexy surprise for Troi's fiancee. When did Star Trek TNG lose the will to holo? Who's acting like Paul Rudd's character from Wet Hot American Summer (complimentary)? What does it mean when you're given the pink garment? It's the episode where barely anybody is getting along.Support the production of our shows Members get benefits including bonus episodes and an ad-free experienceSign up for our mailing list!Get a thing at podshop.biz!The Greatest Generation is hosted by Adam Pranica and Benjamin Ahr Harrison The show is produced by Wynde PriddySocial media is managed by Rob Adler and Bill TilleyMusic by Adam Ragusea & Dark MateriaDiscuss the show using the hashtag #GreatestGen and find us on social media:YouTube | Instagram | BlueskyAnd check out these online communities run by FODs: Reddit | USS Hood Discord | Facebook group | Wikia | FriendsOfDeSoto.socialSupport the production of The Greatest Generation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Second Helpings, Jackie and MJ are talkin' 'bout how "Love Island" will destroy us all, and not even Megan the Stallion's visit can stop it, and Jackie gives updates from MOVIE NIGHT I. The people from the "Skywalkers" documentary scaled the Empire State Building and put up a banner that's very....nice (and got engaged on the walk down!)   MJ is wonderin' how they are supposed to get to New Jersey when Taytay's gettin' married and shuttin' 'er all down, Frankie Muniz played his child like an air guitar in the oh-so fun divorce-o announcement, that he had to promptly delete because of backlash, and Jackie watched "Sheep Detectives" and she LOVED IT AND MUST ADMIT SHE WAS WRONG! John Cena and Pete Davidson talked about Make A Wish, "Supergirl" unfortunately was mid, but the trailer for "Clayface" looks cool and Jackie's got her "Evil Dead Burn" tickets! MJ's busy gobblin' up Harlan Coben's "I Will Find You", Jackie encourages MJ to hop on the "RHORI" train, Kylie Jenner has answered America's prayers and has announced a special edition Meta Glasses, and MJ and Jackie go over their husband's sleep data like any normal person would, PLUS SO MUCH MORE! Want even more Page 7? Support us on Patreon! Patreon.com/Page7Podcast Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Page 7 ad-free.Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this special episode of World of Wishes, we chat with Mikayla Beatty, a wish alum whose journey represents a historic milestone in Make A Wish history: Mikayla was the 150,000th wish ever granted by The Walt Disney Company. Now a college sophomore studying theater, Mikayla reflects on her path from a creative, faith driven childhood to a life altering cancer diagnosis at just 13 years old. What began as a lingering cough quickly turned into a diagnosis of Stage IV Hodgkin's lymphoma, launching her into an intense and fast moving treatment plan on the oncology floor—right as the world was shutting down due to COVID 19. Mikayla shares with remarkable clarity what it was like to face cancer as a teenager who fully understood the gravity of the diagnosis, the physical toll of chemotherapy, and the fear of losing her voice as a singer. She speaks candidly about anticipatory nausea, isolation during treatment, and the hope provided through a clinical trial that ultimately shortened her chemotherapy and helped heal her body. Then came the wish—one that unfolded in two unforgettable chapters. In April, Mikayla was invited to Walt Disney World Resort to mark Disney's 150,000th wish, where she rode in the Magic Kingdom parade, received VIP access throughout the parks, and became one of the very few people in the world to stay overnight inside Cinderella Castle. Months later, Disney and Make A Wish extended the magic even further, inviting Mikayla back to perform at the Once Upon A Wish Ball, complete with professional coaching, recording sessions, choreography, and mentorship from Disney performers and producers. For Mikayla, the wish went beyond magic—it restored purpose. It helped her rediscover why she endured what she endured and confirmed her calling to use music to heal, inspire, and uplift others. Today, she carries that experience forward as both an alum and an ambassador for hope, resilience, and the life changing power of a wish. Learn more about how can get involved at https://wish.org/sfla!Be sure to follow us @makeawishsfla on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, TikTok, and LinkedIn!Subscribe, Rate, & Review this podcast to support future episodes that will feature wish kids and parents' past and present, volunteers, donors, referral sources and everyone who contributes to this World of Wishes!

Meet my friends, Clay Travis and Buck Sexton! If you love Verdict, the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show might also be in your audio wheelhouse. Politics, news analysis, and some pop culture and comedy thrown in too. Here’s a sample episode recapping four takeaways. Give the guys a listen and then follow and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Sports Life Lessons Buck Sexton celebrates the New York Knicks’ dramatic 29-point comeback victory, described as one of the most remarkable in NBA Finals history. Buck highlights the scale of the comeback, noting that teams down by 20+ points rarely win in postseason play, which amplifies the significance of the Knicks’ performance. The discussion expands beyond sports into a broader sports culture and societal impact narrative, with Buck emphasizing how the win has unified New York City and captured national attention, illustrating the ability of major sporting events to create shared cultural moments and civic pride. At the same time, he criticizes instances of fan misconduct, including destructive celebrations and harassment of opposing teams, calling for sportsmanship, civility, and respect in fan behavior. Buck praised Knicks star Jalen Brunson for his leadership, humility, and professionalism. Buck presents Brunson as a model example of positive role models in professional sports, highlighting his “clutch” performance, team-first attitude, and composure under pressure. Brunson’s postgame remarks and actions—such as acknowledging a Make-A-Wish recipient—are used to underscore themes of character, leadership, and responsibility in public figures, reinforcing a broader discussion about the need for admirable role models in modern culture. The Black Culture Problem An interview with Turning Point USA reporter Savanah Hernandez, who covered the Karmelo Anthony murder trial, which resulted in a guilty verdict and a 35-year prison sentence. Hernandez provides detailed firsthand reporting on the courtroom environment, strict security measures, and intense public interest, noting that access to the trial was limited and highly competitive, with spectators lining up early each day. The hosts highlight how the case became a nationally discussed story, not only because of the crime itself but also due to the public reaction and broader cultural implications. A central theme throughout Hour 2 is the behavior and messaging of Anthony’s supporters outside the courthouse, who were described as highly vocal and, at times, confrontational. The conversation centers on reports of hostility toward journalists and opposing demonstrators, with the hosts framing these interactions as part of a larger issue involving media distrust, activism, and racial narratives in high-profile legal cases. According to the discussion, many supporters appeared less focused on trial evidence and more on identity-based arguments, which the hosts argue contributed to a distorted public understanding of the case. The Boy Who Cried Deal in Iran Buck reports breaking news on U.S.–Iran relations and military activity. Buck provides real-time commentary on President Donald Trump’s announcement that additional military strikes on Iran were initially planned but then suddenly canceled amid reports of a diplomatic breakthrough. The show captures the fluid nature of the situation, with updates coming in live as negotiations appear to reach a critical stage. This segment focuses on foreign policy, national security, and Middle East geopolitics, with Buck analyzing the implications of a potential agreement involving multiple regional and global actors. He underscores that while the reported deal could represent a major strategic success, its true impact will depend on whether it includes clear enforcement mechanisms and verifiable limits on Iran’s capabilities. The discussion reflects skepticism about long-term outcomes, with concerns raised about whether Iran will adhere to any agreement and whether the deal could simply delay future conflict. There's No Fraud Data in CA An interview with political strategist Ryan Girdusky, host of It's a Numbers Game podcast in the Clay and Buck podcast network. Buck and Ryan examine the U.S. Senate race in Maine, where Republicans and Democrats are closely watching a competitive contest. Girdusky provides data-driven political forecasting, explaining how incumbent strength, polling trends, and shifting voter sentiment make the race highly competitive despite controversies surrounding the Democratic candidate. A key theme is how modern political campaigns are influenced less by scandal and more by electability, with discussion highlighting that controversial candidates can remain viable if party leadership believes they can win. This segment underscores broader election strategy trends, party loyalty, and the evolving standards of political accountability in U.S. politics. The conversation then expands to the California political landscape, including the Los Angeles mayoral race and the broader challenges facing Republicans in deep-blue states. Gerdusky dismisses claims of widespread election fraud in the mayor’s race, emphasizing the lack of verifiable data while explaining demographic shifts that have made cities like Los Angeles increasingly Democratic. The hosts discuss how urban migration patterns, ideological clustering, and voter registration trends are reshaping electoral outcomes, arguing that conservative voters are leaving blue states while progressive populations concentrate in major metropolitan areas. This leads into analysis of a proposed California voter ID ballot initiative, framed as a key battleground issue that could mobilize Republican voters even in a heavily Democratic state. Make sure you never miss a second of the show by subscribing to the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton show podcast wherever you get your podcasts! ihr.fm/3InlkL8 For the latest updates from Clay and Buck: https://www.clayandbuck.com/ Connect with Clay Travis and Buck Sexton on Social Media: X - https://x.com/clayandbuck FB - https://www.facebook.com/ClayandBuck/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/clayandbuck/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuck Rumble - https://rumble.com/c/ClayandBuck TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@clayandbuck YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this powerful episode of World of Wishes, we are joined by wish alum Aniyah Simmons - a vocalist, performer, and advocate whose story is filled with resilience, gratitude, and unforgettable music. Aniyah grew up in a small town in North Carolina, discovering her love for singing in church and dreaming of a future on stage. As a teenager, her life changed when her mother noticed something wasn't right and advocated for further testing—leading to a cervical cancer diagnosis. Aniyah opens up about the shock of hearing the word “cancer,” the intensity of treatment, and the mindset that carried her through it: “Is it curable? Okay—let's get to it.” In the midst of treatment, Aniyah was referred to Make-A-Wish. Her wish wasn't just to meet a celebrity - it was to sing with Jessie J. That wish took her to California, into a rehearsal studio, and into a moment that continues to shape her confidence and career years later. From hearing Jessie J sing before the doors even opened, to sharing the stage, to forming a connection that still continues, Aniyah's wish truly became the wish that keeps giving. This episode is also a beautiful tribute to family—especially the role Aniyah's mom played as her advocate, her support system, and her companion on the wish journey. Today, Aniyah gives back by hosting Make-A-Wish events, sharing her story, and helping build hope for families walking similar paths.Learn more about how can get involved at https://wish.org/sfla!Be sure to follow us @makeawishsfla on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, TikTok, and LinkedIn!Subscribe, Rate, & Review this podcast to support future episodes that will feature wish kids and parents' past and present, volunteers, donors, referral sources and everyone who contributes to this World of Wishes!

In this episode of the DISHIN® Podcast, we react to the Buffalo Sabres' historic 2025 playoff run and heartbreaking Game 7 OT loss, recap the What Chaos guys coming through the shop during the first round, and break down Derek's road trip to Montreal for the ECF. We also announce our new SkateSkins partnership with the 11-Day Power Play (supporting Camp Good Days, Make-A-Wish, and Roswell Park), unveil our custom pod jerseys made by Men's League Sweaters, give our Stanley Cup Final predictions, and drop a surprise roller hockey guest reveal you won't want to miss!Shop the Skateskins x 11-Day Power Play collab: skateskinssofficial.comCustom team jerseys: mensleaguesweaters.com0:00 Intro and Game 7 Reaction2:19 Rewinding the Playoff Run with What Chaos5:03 Road Trip to Montreal7:00 Game 7 Emotions and Sabres Future Outlook12:28 Brand Energy and the Sabres Run16:45 Skateskins x 11-Day Power Play Partnership25:16 Men's League Sweaters Custom Pod Jerseys27:32 Stanley Cup Predictions and Surprise Roller Hockey Guest33:44 Closing and Skateskins Reminder

In episode 365 of The Real Jason Duncan Podcast, you were probably told that college is the price of success. Ali Hemyari never paid it and spent twenty years building the proof that it was never true. Ali Hemyari is the founder of Nashville K-9, recognized by Bloomberg as one of the world's greatest canine training facilities, the only civilian in the state of Tennessee to complete the police-mandated SWAT Canine School recognized by the National Tactical Officers Association, a TEDx speaker, keynote speaker, pilot, triathlete, Make-A-Wish fundraiser, and author of The Success Code. He has built close to twenty companies across multiple industries and commands K-9 units for multiple police departments — as a volunteer. None of it required a diploma. Today, Ali sits down with Jason for a conversation that's going to make a lot of guidance counselors uncomfortable. The lie is one of the most universally distributed beliefs in the world: go to college, that's where success comes from, without it, you're starting behind. And here's what that belief actually does — it hands the definition of readiness to an institution. It tells people to wait for permission they already have. Ali stopped waiting. Then he built twenty companies to show what that looks like. This episode dives into: 1.Why the college lie is the most universally distributed lie handed to teenagers — and why questioning it still feels irresponsible to most people 2.Where Ali's belief about college came from growing up in the eighties and nineties — and how deep it ran before he started seeing through it 3.How he ran a marketing company in college, funneling students to bars on the UT Knoxville strip — and what that taught him that the classroom never did 4.The Vanderbilt MBA grads who showed him 50 charts for a dog treat business the dogs wouldn't eat — and what happened when they ignored his advice 5.Why years one and two of college are largely wasted — and what years three and four actually offer 6.Walking into the SWAT Canine School as the only civilian in the room — what he had that the credential guys didn't when real pressure started 7.The HVAC tech making $300K and the mechanic who out-earns the MBA — and why nobody wants to say it out loud 8.Why professors who have never practiced what they teach are producing laborers, not entrepreneurs 9.His TEDx talk: "Dogs don't fail, leadership does" — and how that one line maps directly onto the lie about college 10.Why the institution doesn't make you successful — the person leading does 11.The real reason universities won't fix this problem (it starts with money and ends with tenure) 12.The lie hiding inside work-life balance — and what he actually wishes he had been told at twenty 13.What he knows now that he wishes the world knew If you've ever wondered whether the path you were handed was the only path — or if someone you love is about to spend $200,000 to find out the hard way — this episode is required listening.

“That ties into your whole theme — because the theme of my novels is ‘Lose yourself in the fiction. Find yourself in the truth.'” - Brownell LandrumDo you know what sciences we use in making a wish? When blowing out the candles become more than a birthday moment?In this captivating How To Write the Future podcast episode, titled “Turn Your Wish Into Story Fuel with Brownell Landrum” host Beth Barany interviews storyteller and inventor Brownell Landrum where together they discuss Brownell's novel where she shares the science exploration behind making a wish and how she researched over 70 scientists calling it a “cosmic whack-a-mole.”ABOUT BROWNELL LANDRUMBrownell Landrum is a storyteller, speaker, inventor, and change catalyst. She's the author of over a dozen books, including The Art & Science of Wishing and the upcoming The Art & Science of Wishing at Work. She got curious about the sciences involved in wishing while writing a novel entitled A Love Story to The Universe. Brownell combines her corporate and entrepreneurial background and logical, business-oriented skills with a compelling storytelling style. The motto for her stories is “Lose yourself in the fiction… Find yourself in the truth.”Site: https://brownelllandrum.com/Here's the link to Chapter 1 of the Art & Science of Wishinghttps://dl.bookfunnel.com/qfhl9a3m8vHere's the link to Part 1 of A Love Story to the Universehttps://dl.bookfunnel.com/a4s6x8lwk5Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brownell.landrum.authorX: https://x.com/BrownellLandrumInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brownelllandrum/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brownell.landrumYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@brownell.landrumABOUT THE HOW TO WRITE THE FUTURE PODCASTThe How To Write The Future podcast is for science fiction and fantasy writers who want to write positive futures and successfully bring those stories out into the marketplace. Hosted by Beth Barany, science fiction novelist and creativity coach for writers. We cover tips for fiction writers and get curious about the future of humanity.ABOUT BETH BARANYBeth Barany is an award-winning fantasy and science fiction novelist and creativity coach for writers. They help novelists write, revise, and publish stories that matter—blending practical craft guidance with a big-picture commitment to imagination, meaning, and possibility.GET SUPPORT FOR YOUR FICTION WRITING BY A NOVELIST AND WRITING TEACHER AND COACHSchedule an exploratory call here and see if Beth can support you today: https://writersfunzone.com/blog/discovery-call/SHOW PRODUCTION BY Beth BaranySHOW CO-PRODUCTION + NOTES by Kerry-Ann McDadeEDITORIAL SUPPORT by Iman Llompartc. 2026 BETH BARANYhttps://bethbarany.com/Questions? Comments? Send us a text!Support the show---♦︎ JOIN THE MEMBERSHIP: For fiction writers! You've finished your first draft! Congrats! Now what?Join the Edit the Future: Sci‑Fi/Fantasy Revision Lab. Get premium weekly lessons and a monthly Q&A on Zoom. Subscribe: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2012061/subscribe♥︎ FREE: Sign up here for the Edit Your Novel ChecklistHelps writers revise faster with less overwhelm by focusing first on diagnosis, not fixing. Get yours at http://edityournovelchecklist.com.♡ SHOP: Sci‑Fi & Fantasy 24 Writing Prompts: https://ko-fi.com/s/4ac9160a74❤️ Want to be interviewed on the podcast? => Email us!CONNECT WITH BETHvia emailvia LinkedInCREDITSEDITED WITH DESCRIPT (Affiliate link)MUSIC: Uppbeat.ioDISTRIBUTED BY BUZZSPROUT: https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1994465

The Peter Boyles Show June 6, 2026 HOUR 3: Peter Boyles opens the phones on the anniversary of D-Day, leading to a wide-ranging conversation about history, leadership, media, war, and American culture. Listeners reflect on the sacrifices of World War II, the leadership of General Dwight Eisenhower, and why D-Day receives less public attention today than it once did. The discussion also revisits the legacy of Easy Rider, with callers sharing personal stories about Peter Fonda and Dennis Hopper, memories from the film's production in Taos, New Mexico, and the lasting influence of motorcycle culture. Peter shares behind-the-scenes stories about Fonda, Hopper, and the legendary motorcycles featured in the film. Later, Peter promotes the upcoming "Wish Ride of Colorado" fundraiser benefiting Make-A-Wish, highlighting a motorcycle poker run that helps grant wishes for children, including a young history enthusiast hoping to visit the Normandy beaches. The hour closes with deeper reflections on Eisenhower's leadership, the burden of wartime decisions, the changing nature of journalism, and the lessons modern America can still learn from the Greatest Generation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dulcé Sloan has been in your American television many times, appearing as correspondent and guest host of The Daily Show, doing stand up on Conan, and voice acting on The Great North. But she doesn't have much time to watch her own shows because she's too busy getting chin deep in Korean dramas, studying their patterns, delighting in the long built-up kisses, and talking about them on her new podcast Chasing K-Dramas. She tells us a great deal about these television programs, why they're inherently predictable, and why she loves them so much regardless. Plus, Dulcé plays a round of In The Cart Or On The Shelf and evaluates some classic silent movie melodramas of the Nineteen-Teens. Listen to Chasing K-Dramas with Dulcé Sloan and Chrissy Choi wherever fine pods are cast. Hey Sleepy Heads, is there anyone whose voice you'd like to drift off to, or do you have suggestions on things we could do to aid your slumber? Email us at: sleepwithcelebs@maximumfun.org. Follow the Show on: Instagram @sleepwcelebs Bluesky @sleepwithcelebs TikTok @SleepWithCelebs John is on Bluesky @JohnMoe John's acclaimed, best-selling memoir, The Hilarious World of Depression, is now available in paperback. _________________________________________________________________________ Join | Maximum Fun If you like one or more shows on MaxFun, and you value independent artists being able to do their thing, you're the perfect person to become a MaxFun monthly member. Go to www.maximumfun.org/joinsleeping for our one-stop portal to becoming a member and supporter of Sleeping with Celebrities. Help support this show and unlock bonus content! Become a member at https://maximumfun.org/joinsleeping

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Broadcasting live from hole 15 at the Maple River Golf Course in Mapleton, North Dakota, host Scott dials in a unique, mobile "broadcast-beer cart" experience for the Red River Valley Fair Foundation's sold-out annual tournament. In a jam-packed episode that seamlessly shifts from local philanthropy to international dynamics, Scott sits down with two major candidates fighting for the future of Minnesota ahead of this weekend's critical Republican endorsing convention in Duluth: House Speaker Lisa Demuth and candidate Kendall Qualls. Both pull back the curtain on their blueprints to dismantle "Minneapolis-itis," establish law and order, and rescue the state's plummeting school systems. The episode takes an elite detour into global economics, featuring custom clips from Treasury Secretary Scott Bessant's White House cabinet address, highlighting record-breaking tax season statistics, Main Street wage gains, and the launch of the highly anticipated "Trump Accounts." Plus, financial guru David Fisher from Landmark Gold sounds a historical alarm on global stagflation, China's push to lower the US dollar, and President Trump's looming mandate to execute the first audit of the physical gold holdings at Fort Knox since 1953. Finally, Red River Valley Fair CEO Cody Cashman and event director Aaron Fos check in to detail the inspiring Livestock Enrichment Program—which allows local city kids to house, raise, and sell animals at the fair for college savings—while previewing a massive 75-foot grandstand stage and a nightly patriotic drone show imported directly from Sydney, Australia. Standout Moments & Timestamps [00:01:25] The Mobile Beer Cart Broadcast: Scott logs a historic first for the show, driving around a green mobile broadcast unit to interview players live on the fairway. [00:03:55] Charles Barkley's Center-Forehead Strike: Scott and Kevin share a hilarious flashback involving a packed Make-A-Wish gallery where Charles Barkley completely took a spectator off his feet with an accidental left hook off the tee box. [00:05:35] The Minnesota Comeback Firewall: House Speaker Lisa Demuth joins the program to detail how an evenly split House successfully froze progressive wealth taxes and green-screen "operatives" while delivering critical 2027 car tab fee reductions. [00:07:45] Evading the Duluth Mulligans: Speaker Demuth lists her unblemished legislative record, detailing how her strategy flipped an Iron Range seat held by Democrats for 96 straight years. [00:10:45] Dancing in Public Over Gold Star Families: Gubernatorial candidate Kendall Qualls launches a fiery critique of progressive priorities, blasting state leaders for skipping Memorial Day wreaths to host a media dance…

Send us Fan MailAlex Karaban joins the Connecticut Scoreboard Podcast to talk about everything that's happened since the end of the season, including his experience at the NBA Draft Combine, the pre-draft process, and the next steps in his basketball journey. Alex discusses how this year's combine felt different compared to 2024, improving his vertical leap by 5.5 inches, his favorite and least favorite drills, team workouts, and whether he pays attention to mock drafts. He also shares what he wants NBA teams to know most about him as he prepares for the draft.We also dive into the outlook for UConn Huskies basketball next season, including the roster coming together, the returns of Silas Demary Jr. and Braylon Mullins, thoughts on Solo's wrist injury, and highly regarded transfer Nik Khamenia. Beyond basketball, Alex talks about participating in a Make-A-Wish event at Great Wolf Lodge, watching Steph Castle in the NBA Playoffs, and some of his favorite things about spending time in Chicago — including where he stands on deep dish pizza.

This week, Robert explores the blurry line between attraction and insanity, while Ira insists every terrible relationship starts with someone saying, “Trust me.” Join Robert and Ira as they discuss Obsession and share their top 5 make-a-wish movies. Listen for free through iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, iHeart Radio, or Google Podcast Music. So, if you've ever wondered what it would be like to be a lonely somewhat shy guy who works at a music store with a cat that just died and there's a hot girl you work with but she only wants to be friends and you're crushing on her and you wish she would really be into you and you almost get the nerve to tell her, but you're a wimp and you buy a wishing stick and wish she would fall madly in love you, but then weird shit happens and she has extreme mood swings including screaming like a fucking banshee but the sex is hot, and she won't leave your home and she duct tapes the door making it difficult for you to leave and she leaves you creepy notes at work and the sandwich she made is your fried dead cat and when you tell her it's boys night out, all hell breaks loose and she goes anyway and makes a crazy ass scene, and when another girl is interested in you, she bashes her face into a bloody pulp and your only way out is to swallow a shit load of pills and she sobs, and then suddenly the spell is broken and she pushes your dead body off the couch onto the floor, then this podcast is for you!

Joey C. MaddisonTake a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know Joey C. Maddison. Joey is a professional clown and mascot living and working in the Edmonton, Alberta area of Canada. In this episode, Joey and I chat about the career path that led to his desire to be a clown, and what his parents thought of this idea. We then discuss some of the kinds of events that require a clown, as well as the massive popularity of mascots. Joey shares a heartfelt story of how he came to the performer name of 'Patches', and the precious little girl that had such an impact on his career. Of course we discuss the 'clown scare' of 2016, and the ramifications that international phenomenon had on his livelihood. Next, we get into how and why Joey decided to try out being a mascot. He has been the guy in the mascot costume for several NHL (hockey) teams, and even a CFL (football) team. I ask about how some of these job opportunities come to him, and then Joey shares fun stories about working with the WWE (wrestling) when they come to town. He worked with them for five years and boy does his body feel it! Finally, we discuss Joey's role as 'Joy Facilitator' for 'One Red Nose and Ten Happy Toes'. He even gives his actual phone number out on the show, just in case anyone out there needs some clowning or mascoting done for their event. Special thanks to previous guest and world-renowned cartoonist Gerry Rasmussen for making this happen.

In this episode of World of Wishes, we are joined by Tara Diaz, a devoted wish mom whose daughter Christina—a true warrior—experienced the wish of a lifetime: attending one of the biggest events in sports entertainment - Wrestlemania. From the very beginning of her life, Christina faced medical challenges that no child should have to endure. As an infant and young child, she experienced repeated hospitalizations before being diagnosed with genetic pancreatitis at just four years old. What followed were years of painful flare ups, extended hospital stays, emergency admissions, and relentless uncertainty. Over time, Christina's condition worsened, ultimately leading doctors to recommend a rare, high risk surgery: a total pancreatectomy with auto islet cell transplantation—a life altering procedure performed on only a small number of pediatric patients nationwide. Tara shares in vivid detail the emotional weight of that decision, the long hours spent waiting during surgery, and the haunting moment of seeing her daughter in the ICU surrounded by machines and IV lines. But she also shares the relief that followed—knowing Christina would no longer live under the constant threat of another pancreatitis attack. Six months after surgery, Make A Wish entered their lives, opening the door to joy at a time when healing was still ongoing. Christina's wish was clear from the start: WrestleMania. What unfolded was far more than a single night—it was a full week of magic in Philadelphia filled with VIP experiences, behind the scenes access, and unforgettable interactions with WWE superstars. From riding in limousines and meeting legends to walking alongside wrestlers during entrances and being celebrated on the world's biggest stage, Christina was given the chance to do what she had rarely been able to do before: be a kid, fully and freely. This episode is about resilience, recovery, and the extraordinary ripple effect of a wish. Tara reflects on how the experience continues to shape Christina's confidence, passions, and sense of purpose—and why she calls it “the wish that doesn't stop giving.” Learn more about how can get involved at https://wish.org/sfla!Be sure to follow us @makeawishsfla on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, TikTok, and LinkedIn!Subscribe, Rate, & Review this podcast to support future episodes that will feature wish kids and parents' past and present, volunteers, donors, referral sources and everyone who contributes to this World of Wishes!

In this episode of The Community Cast, Carissa Chipman sits down with Crystal Brown, Community Marketing Manager for Maine and New Hampshire at Aroma Joe's and Chair of the AJ Cares Foundation. Crystal shares how she's built a career rooted in connection and bringing Aroma Joe's mission to "positively impact people" to life every day. From empowering baristas in their first jobs to building meaningful community partnerships, Crystal gives an inside look at what makes the brand more than just a coffee stop. They also talk about the power of showing up as yourself, how local businesses can make a real difference, and what it means to truly invest in people. That includes everything from supporting Make-A-Wish to working on better water access for coffee farmers in Honduras. If you've ever thought about what it looks like to lead with purpose, build real relationships, and create a sense of community through your work, this episode is for you.

This past week was FULL of special needs mom life.Appointments, Make-A-Wish, Special Olympics, end-of-year school celebrations and field trips, caregiver trainings, paperwork, and so much more.All in the same week.And that emotional whiplash can take you out if you don't know how to process it.In this episode, I'm sharing what it looks like to use coaching tools in the middle of actual real life as a special needs mom.I'm giving you a peek inside how I coached myself through the challenges, and how it impacted not just my life but the lives of those around me. >>>Book a Consult Call

This Saturday, Louisiana voters will weigh in on whether to let the new city of St. George form its own school district. To do that, they have to amend the state's constitution.The Baton Rouge breakaway suburb has been trying to start its own school system for more than a decade. WRKF's Report for America corps member Alex Cox joins us with more.The Louisiana Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives and the Louisiana Policy Institute for Children have partnered to bring a recognition called “The Best Place for Working Parents” to Louisiana. The recognition acknowledges employers who self-assess to gauge how friendly their workplace is for workers with children. Taylor Henry, executive director of the Louisiana Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives, tells us more about improving working conditions for parents. Since the Make-A-Wish Organization was first founded, it's helped grant more than 12,000 wishes to children in Louisiana. In 2025, it granted 650 wishes across the Gulf Coast region, the highest total in the organization's history.May is a busy month for the Make-A-Wish Texas, Gulf Coast and Louisiana Chapter. After World Wish Month and World Wish Day, the organization has many local events hoping to raise money to support the mission. Wish Kid, Abron Fyre, his mother Misty Frye, and the organization's director of development, Tommy Fonseca, join us with more.—Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Adam Vos. Our managing producer is Alana Schreiber. We get production support from Garrett Pittman and our assistant producer, Aubry Procell.You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at noon and 7 p.m. It's available on Spotify, the NPR App and wherever you get your podcasts. Louisiana Considered wants to hear from you!Please fill out our pitch line to let us know what kinds of story ideas you have for our show. And while you're at it, fill out our listener survey! We want to keep bringing you the kinds of conversations you'd like to listen to.Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you!

865 · When Wishes Assemble: The Story of Disney and Make-A-Wish45 years. 175,000 wishes. One out of every two Make-A-Wish wishes granted in America is a Disney wish.The Disney Make-A-Wish partnership is about far more than theme park vacations. Every single hour, somewhere in the world, Disney helps grant a wish for a child battling a critical illness - creating moments of hope, joy, strength, and healing for families who need it most.In this very personal episode, Lou shares the extraordinary history of Disney and Make-A-Wish, from the very first Disneyland wish in 1981 to the incredible “Wishes Assemble” event at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure, featuring Anthony Mackie, MrBeast, Mark Rober, Paul Bettany, and 40 remarkable children and their families.Along the way, he explores the emotional impact of wish granting, the medical research behind why wishes matter, and why this cause has become such an important part of the WDW Radio community for more than 20 years.You'll hear stories about wish kids meeting their heroes, Disney Cast Members who once received wishes themselves, and how the WDW Radio Dream Team Project has helped raise more than $550,000 to help grant wishes for children and families through Make-A-Wish.If you've ever wondered what Disney magic truly means, this episode may change the way you see it forever.

This week, MagicBands have been disappearing from shelves, wishes come true for some extra special super heroes, a former CEO is honored with a lifetime achievement award, we talk with Haley Clair about her legendary grandmother Harriett Burns and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: The past couple of weeks, we had been seeing reports that MagicBands were becoming more and more difficult to purchase at the Disneyland Resort. Officials have now confirmed that Disneyland is ending on-property sales of MagicBand˖ Existing interactive features, like Batuu Bounty Hunters, will remain functional for current owners, however no new shipments are expected once stock sells out at the few remaining retail locations. This change is exclusive to Disneyland Resort, as MagicBand+ will continue to be supported and sold at Walt Disney World, on Disney Cruise Line, and via the Disney Store online. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/magicband-plus-disneyland-phase-out/ Star Wars fans can now head to the Star Wars Trading Post in Downtown Disney to create their own custom Galactic ID badges. For $15, fans can step into a specialized booth to choose their affiliation and have their photo printed on a unique, transparent plastic card that mimics the high-tech look from the films. The experience has become very popular! – https://www.micechat.com/435362-disneyland-hews-star-wars-land-awakens-vader-music-construction-more/ Disney has unveiled a “shriek peek” at its 2026 Halloween merchandise, featuring a massive collection of apparel, headwear, and home décor for the upcoming spooky season. Highlights include new “Create-Your-Own” headbands with mini plush characters, a Vampire Stitch plush, and a special collection inspired by the Haunted Mansion's tightrope walker. Exclusive designs for Oogie Boogie Bash were also shared. – https://disneyparksblog.com/products/shriek-peek-at-disney-halloween-merchandise-materializing-this-year/ In celebration of “Disney Week of Wishes,” the Disneyland Resort hosted the “Wishes Assemble” event, officially recruiting nearly 40 wish kids and their families into the ranks of the Avengers. These young heroes enjoyed a private party at the resort with special appearances by Marvel stars Anthony Mackie and Paul Bettany, followed by a day of “heroic” activities within the park. This special celebration highlights Disney's 45-year partnership with Make-A-Wish, focusing on creating life-changing memories for children with critical illnesses. – https://disneyparksblog.com/community-outreach/celebrating-disney-week-of-wishes-across-disney-experiences/ Former Disney CEO Bob Iger was recently honored with the inaugural WishMaker Lifetime Achievement Award during a special “Wishes Assemble” event at the Disneyland Resort. Presented by Make-A-Wish America, the award recognizes Iger's massive impact on the organization, specifically overseeing the granting of more than 110,000 wishes during his tenure. – https://disneyparksblog.com/community-outreach/celebrating-disney-week-of-wishes-across-disney-experiences/ To celebrate May the 4th, Walt Disney Imagineering has shared a behind-the-scenes look at the technical innovation used to create the hologram of Tohan Lege for Disneyland's “Shadows of Memory” show. Since true holograms don't exist, Imagineers combined specialized projection tricks and visual effects to capture the authentic, flickering aesthetic of a Star Wars transmission. This “lore-weaver” character marks a significant narrative expansion for Galaxy's Edge, anchoring the land's story further into the Skywalker legacy. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/hologram-star-wars-shadows-of-memory/ SnackChat: Returning Halloween Treats – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/disneyland-halloween-food-2026-returning/ Discussion Topic: Imagineer and Disney legend Harriet Burns with actress Haley Clair – www.imagineerharriet.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Anthony and Joe discuss the fallout of WrestleMania 42, beginning with the shocking departures of New Day members Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods, which were reportedly sparked by "insulting" 50% pay cut offers . They critique TKO/Endeavor's pivot away from traditional wrestling storytelling in favor of a celebrity-heavy product, questioning if the company even realizes they are making a television show . The guys riff on John Cena's constant "Make-A-Wish" style appearances in suits and the "fifth wall" being broken by athletic streamers like IShowSpeed . The conversation expands into a broader social critique of "circular scams" and corporate greed, comparing WWE's current business model to Walmart weight scams and the Spirit Airlines collapse . The episode wraps up with a look at the "AI-assisted" creative slump in WWE, the polarizing longevity of Danhausen, and a wild theory that Tom Brady might be training for a Lucha Libre debut under a mask .Timestamps:0:00 – Post-WrestleMania Departures: The New Day's Exit8:30 – The 50% Pay Cut Insult & Shareholder Value Rants16:15 – John Cena's Suit-and-Tie "Figurehead" Status22:50 – Breaking the Fifth Wall: IShowSpeed & Celeb Wrestling28:10 – Jelly Roll & the Lack of a Cultural "Monoculture"34:45 – Corporate Greed: Walmart Shrimp & Spirit Airlines Failures40:10 – Firing the "Worst Samoans" & Nia Jax's Heat46:25 – New Day's Tag Team Legacy vs. TKO's Short-Term Thinking52:00 – ChatGPT Creative: The Future of AI-Assisted Storylines57:30 – Tom Brady Masked Lucha Theories & Baby Jill Shout-outBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

864 · What Does It Actually Take to Lead Disney? Chairman Thomas Mazloum - His First InterviewWhat does it really take to lead Disney at a global scale... while still making every single guest feel like they matter?In this episode, Lou Mongello sits down with Thomas Mazloum in his first interview since stepping into his new role as Chairman of Disney Experiences - overseeing 12 theme parks, 57 resort hotels, Disney Cruise Line, Imagineering, and more than 180,000 Cast Members around the world.Recorded live during a special Make-A-Wish event at Disneyland, this is a rare, candid, and deeply personal conversation about Disney leadership and guest experience... and why scale doesn't change what matters most.Thomas shares his own Make-A-Wish story, the emotional impact of granting wishes, and the responsibility that comes with being chosen by families during some of the most important moments in their lives. He also reveals his three guiding pillars - trust, quality, and simplicity - and how they shape every decision across Disney parks, resorts, and experiences worldwide.From the future of Disney Cruise Line and global expansion, to the philosophy behind Disneyland Forward, to what Walt Disney still means to him every single day... this conversation goes far beyond strategy.It's about people, purpose, and creating a “perfect Disney day” for every guest.This is a very real conversation with one of the most thoughtful, people-first leaders in the company's history.In this episode, you'll learn:Why Disney leadership starts with trustHow guest experience drives every decisionThe role of Cast Members in creating magicWhy scale doesn't change what truly mattersWhat's next for Disney Parks and Disney Cruise LineIf you care about where Disney is going... and why... this episode is for you.

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Simone Ashley talks 'The Devil Wears Prada 2'; Ana Huang talks new book, 'King of Gluttony'; Make-A-Wish, Disney grant kids' wishes at NFL Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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In this special episode, we chat down with Linda Pauling - Make‑A‑Wish co‑founder and the mother of Chris Greicius, the 7‑year‑old whose wish to be a police officer helped inspire the founding of Make‑A‑Wish. Linda shares the story with vivid detail and deep heart: how Chris became Arizona's first and only honorary Department of Public Safety officer, and how that wish brought him pride, joy, and a renewed spark at the most difficult moment.From there, Linda takes us behind the scenes of the earliest days—when a small group rolled up their sleeves, gathered what they had, and built the foundation of what would become a global wish‑granting movement. Her reflections honor the volunteers, donors, and community partners who stepped forward—proof that hope can be organized, shared, and multipliedA brief note for listeners: the organization began in an era when stories were often told through a more terminal framework; today, Make‑A‑Wish grants life‑changing wishes for children with critical illnesses, delivering hope, strength, and joy when it's needed most. This episode is released on April 29 in honor of World Wish Day - the anniversary of the wish that inspired it all.Learn more about how can get involved at https://wish.org/sfla!Be sure to follow us @makeawishsfla on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, TikTok, and LinkedIn!Subscribe, Rate, & Review this podcast to support future episodes that will feature wish kids and parents' past and present, volunteers, donors, referral sources and everyone who contributes to this World of Wishes!

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