Podcasts about meanings

Czy można uczyć się angielskiego z piosenek? Oczywiście! Zwłaszcza jeśli zamiast próbować tłumaczyć każde pojedyncze słowo, zaczniesz zwracać uwagę na całe wyrażenia i frazy, których anglojęzyczni użytkownicy naprawdę używają. W dzisiejszym odcinku bierzemy na warsztat „Bottom of Your Boots” Elli Langley i przyglądamy się czterem ciekawym wyrażeniom z tej piosenki. Sprawdzimy, co dokładnie znaczą w kontekście, dlaczego niektóre z nich mają znaczenie metaforyczne i jak możesz wykorzystać podobne wyrażenia we własnym angielskim.Co w dzisiejszym odcinku?✔️ uczysz się angielskiego na podstawie piosenki Bottom of Your Boots Elli Langley✔️ poznajesz znaczenie wyrażenia “your heart's a revolving door”✔️ uczysz się, co znaczy “lay it on the table” i jak używać tego wyrażenia, kiedy chcemy o czymś szczerze porozmawiać✔️ sprawdzasz, co oznacza “give it a label” w kontekście relacji✔️ poznajesz poetyckie wyrażenie “love me to the moon and back”✔️ zobaczysz, jak wszystkie te wyrażenia funkcjonują w naturalnych zdaniach✔️ ćwiczysz wszystkie wyrażenia w części sentence repetition — słuchaj i powtarzaj na głos 

Agree if it's fair to say that whenever the word loyalty gets mentioned, we tend to associate it with personal convictions. Learn common daily examples of loyalties that people experience both good and bad. Discover how most people were led to believe that everyone living in Britain's 13 North American Colonies resented being under British Control which ironically wasn't always the case. Explore examples into how some well known figures connected to the Crown had spoken out against unfair Parliamentary Measures roughly ten years before April 1775. Get an understanding into why individuals whom participated in the militia including Continental Army viewed taking up arms against the Crown as something noble come 1775. Learn how English Institutions like the Crown and Parliament viewed the actions taken by militiamen and makeshift Continental Army between April-June 1775. Get introduced to Reverend Jonathan Boucher of Saint Barnabas Church in Queen Anne's Parish, Maryland, which includes his confrontation between militiamen and those within his affiliated allegiance group. Discover how honor or personal integrity came into play involving Reverend Boucher. Agree firsthand if staunch loyalists like Reverend Boucher went on to become direct targets amongst their Patriot Counterparts. Learn exactly what loss of honor truly meant for Loyalists from a greater public standpoint. Uncover a long standing myth behind who had once solely represented Loyalist Heading and how its been debunked over time. Discover how the greater struggle per next book topic Podcast Series Discussion will involve more than just personal ideological belief holdings. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Critical information to understanding; Peter's information; Seeking God's kingdom and righteousness; Going into bondage; Learning to be Israel; People as livestock?; Counting sheep; Christ's only command; Gathering in Tens; Meanings of words; Sophistry; Living Network; Untrue truths; Gnosticism; Translation confusion; Being Doers of "The Word" (logos); Revelation by Holy Spirit; Mt 23:9 - calling no man "father"; "Abimelech" = father king; Melchizedek = righteous king; Social welfare; "Religion"; Jn 14:26; Is your "church" doing what Jesus said?; "DEI"; divide and conquer; victimhood; "victim"; sacrificing; faith/trust/allegiance; Becoming merchandise; Hammurabi codes; Slavery; Family units; "Minister" functions; Structure of The Church; Guidance from Tree of Life; Sacrificing for others; Strengthening the poor; No "exercising authority"; Punishment without injury; Prov 15:8 Prayer of the upright; God's will; Missing connection; Icelandic example; Networking in free assembly; Prov 21:27 wicked minds; 1 Sam 15:22; Repetition; Relating to YOUR journey; US (non-biblical) Constitution; "Mystery Babylon"; Repentance; The Way of Jesus Christ; Carney/Trump discussions; "Oxymoron"; Sovereignty of Canada; Governments of power; Carney's betrayal; Cartels; Removing bias; Mt 22:39; Tens, Hundreds and Thousands; Supporting neighboring communities; Lk 10:27; Loving/trusting God totally; Contradicting the Law of God; Preparing You; Zech 8:17; Covetous practices; Forcing neighbors; Seeking the government of God; Prov 13:20; Axis powers?; Europe's suicide; Brilliant fools; Maintaining conflict; Individual freedom?; Defeating with greed and avarice; War in Ukraine; Green new deal?; Benefit addiction; Defeating globalists; Curse of knowledge; Trusting Holy Spirit; Knowing by fruit; Terah the idolator; Missing critical items; THE solution; Assembling the puzzle; Finding the ways of righteousness; Seeing order; Which "world"?; Welfare snares and traps; Self-sacrifice; Christ came to serve; You must come together; "Democracy"; Know the LORD.

Dreaming Meanings by Numbers The Queen of Dreams, show host Kat Kanavos, discusses dream numbers. Dream numbers have powerful messages. You may have heard of painting by numbers, but what about dreaming by numbers? Patterns or number sequences in dreams may reflect an analytical or problem-solving left-brain mindset. By combining the abstract dream language of signs and symbols with logical number concepts, dreams can paint a picture that speaks to your current and future health, wealth, and well-being. Guest: Show Host Kat Kanavos, “The Queen of Dreams” BIO: Kathleen O'Keefe-Kanavos, aka Kat – “The Queen of Dreams”, is a three-time Breast Cancer Survivor whose prophetic dreams diagnosed her illness and saved her life. She's an author, Keynote Speaker, Panelist, lecturer, and Instructor for workshops and seminars, whose multiple award-winning books are translated into foreign languages. Kat's a contributing columnist for Desert Health Magazine, and BIZCATALYST 360°, hosts The Dreaming Healing Video Podcast on DreamVision7 Radio Network, and shared her Writing and Dreaming Healing experiences as a facilitator on The Dreamy Writers Conference Cruise on Holland America, George Norry's Coast to Coast Radio, TV shows Dr. Oz, The DOCTORS, and whose dream-story premiered on the History Channel's Show – The UnXplained with William Shatner; Season 8 Episode 2, Nightmares and Dreams, available on streaming, and Kat's website. https://www.kathleenokeefekanavos.com/ Chat with Kat during Live Show with Video Stream:  write a question on YouTube Have a Question for the Show? Go to Facebook– Dreams that Can Save Your Life Facebook Professional–Kathleen O'Keefe-Kanavos http://kathleenokeefekanavos.com/ Video Version: https://www.youtube.com/live/URC79R7chCI?si=Mcz3So-5vk5xGau5

John Maytham is joined by Eddie Germiquet, a naturalist and author of South African Birds by Name: Origins and Meanings. Born in Mozambique and raised across several languages, his fascination with language, history and birds ultimately led him to investigate the stories hidden within the scientific names of South Africa’s bird species. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UWAGA: Autumn English Reset → zacznij jesień z angielskim. Już w niedzielę, 27 września 2026 poprowadzę dla Ciebie bezpłatną lekcję angielskiego na żywo.Zapisy:

Vanessa Levenstein chats to Eddie Germiquet about his new Twitcher special, called South African Birds by Name: Origins and Meanings.

Morning sermon from 13th September 2026. Preacher Simon Smith

In this Adventure in Etymology we discover what links the word beam with words for tree. Meanings of beam [ˈbiːm] include any large piece of timber or iron long in proportion to its thickness, and prepared for use; one of the transverse members of a ship’s frame on which the decks are laid; a ray […]

Why is it that bird names seem so… childishly misogynistic? Featuring: Professor Andrew Cockburn, bird watcher and word batcher, ANUJeannie Gray, Author, Australian Bird Names: Origins and Meanings.Ian Fraser, Author, Australia Bird Names:  Origins and Meanings.Stephen Downes, the brains behind @Parrotoftheday social media accountsStephen Moss, Author, Mrs Moreau's Warbler: How Birds Got Their Names.Nola Turner-Jensen, Culture Inclusion Specialist and Wiradjuri HistorianDr Ayesha Tulloch, Research Fellow, QUT.This episode was first broadcast in 2022.Featuring extra sounds from listeners:Large-tailed Nightjar from Briony Barnett.Cat Bird from Scott Fisher. And extra sounds from bird enthusiasts:Marc Anderson, XC287030. Accessible at www.xeno-canto.org/287030 ( Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 4.0)Yong Ding Li, XC57231. Accessible at www.xeno-canto.org/57231 (Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 2.5)Phil Gregory, XC690345. Accessible at www.xeno-canto.org/690345 (Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0)Production:Ann Jones, Presenter / Producer.Petria Ladgrove, Producer.Joel Werner, Script Editing.This episode of What the Duck?! was produced on the land of the Wadawarrung and the Kaurna people. Find more episodes of the ABC podcast, What the Duck?! with the always curious Dr Ann Jones exploring the mysteries of nature on ABC Listen (Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts. You'll learn more about the weird and unusual aspects of our natural world in a quirky, fun way with easy to understand science.

W dzisiejszym odcinku bierzemy na warsztat słowo raw i sprawdzamy, dlaczego jego znaczenie tak bardzo zależy od kontekstu. Możesz powiedzieć raw meat, raw data, raw talent, raw emotion, a nawet raw, cold weather  i za każdym razem raw będzie oznaczać coś trochę innego.Poznasz 8 najczęstszych znaczeń słowa raw w języku angielskim i zobaczysz je w naturalnych zdaniach, które możesz wykorzystać w codziennej komunikacji. Na koniec czeka Cię praktyczna część z powtarzaniem zdań na głos, żeby nie tylko rozumieć te wyrażenia, ale też zacząć ich używać.Co w dzisiejszym odcinku?✔️ poznajesz 8 różnych znaczeń i zastosowań słowa raw✔️ dowiadujesz się, co znaczy raw w kontekście jedzenia, np. raw meat czy raw eggs✔️ poznajesz raw w znaczeniu „surowy / nieprzetworzony”, np. raw materials i raw wood✔️ uczysz się, co oznacza raw data✔️ poznajesz wyrażenia takie jak raw emotion, raw power i raw talent✔️ sprawdzasz, co znaczy raw w odniesieniu do podrażnionej lub uszkodzonej skóry✔️ dowiadujesz się, dlaczego można nazwać kogoś raw, kiedy jest niedoświadczony✔️ poznajesz raw jako określenie zimnej, wilgotnej i nieprzyjemnej pogody✔️ uczysz się używać raw w znaczeniu „szczery, bezpośredni, nieupiększony”, np. a raw and honest story✔️ ćwiczysz wszystkie poznane znaczenia w części sentence repetition: słuchaj i powtarzaj na głos 

People spent enough time playing video games on the toilet, that they started to make games about it. What is the history of video games and bathrooms, and did Hunter ever drop his GameBoy in the toilet? -- PRIVYCAST STORE Connect: www.privy-cast.com Social and Contact Links: linktr.ee/privycast Follow Hunter -- Give Thanks, Give Back: Wounded Warrior Project Living Water International -- Privy is proud to be hosted by Podbean. Looking to start a podcast? Learn more at: https://www.podbean.com/Privycast -- Music:  Intro and Outro Derived from: Barroom Ballet - Silent Film Light by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100310 Artist: http://incompetech.com/ http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ - Transition Music: "Circuit Rush" by the Mini Vandals. Accessed via YouTube Media library. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTdSDPjB1kle7puRKAuHP_g -- Sources: https://www.inverse.com/gaming/video-game-poop-earthbound-death-stranding https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-hidden-truth-of-the-gaming-toilet https://mediaarts.colum.edu/vgbathrooms/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/The-Purposes-and-Meanings-of-Video-Game-Bathrooms.pdf https://ieee-cog.org/2021/assets/papers/paper_176.pdf https://toiletgamestudies.org/why_toilets

W dzisiejszym odcinku bierzemy na warsztat phrasal verb take off i sprawdzamy, dlaczego może znaczyć tak wiele różnych rzeczy. Samolot może take off, możesz take off your coat, take a day off, pomysł na coś też może take off. Poznasz 9 najczęstszych znaczeń tego wyrażenia i zobaczysz je w sytuacjach, które naprawdę mogą pojawić się w codziennym angielskim. Podczas podróży, w pracy, w domu, w sporcie czy podczas zakupów. Na koniec czeka Cię praktyczna część z powtarzaniem zdań na głos.Co w dzisiejszym odcinku?✔️ poznajesz 9 różnych znaczeń i zastosowań take off✔️ uczysz się, jak użyć take off w znaczeniu „wyjść / zmyć się”✔️ poznajesz take off w kontekście sukcesu biznesu, produktu czy kariery✔️ sprawdzasz, co znaczy take somebody off w sporcie✔️ powtarzasz przydatne wyrażenia związane ze zdejmowaniem ubrań i innych rzeczy✔️ uczysz się mówić o dniu wolnym od pracy: take a day off i take some time off✔️ poznajesz take something off w kontekście programu, show lub produkcji✔️ dowiadujesz się, co znaczy take somebody off something, np. take someone off an investigation✔️ poznajesz sens frazy take ten years off my life✔️ćwiczysz wszystkie znaczenia w części sentence repetition: słuchaj i powtarzaj na głos 

Why do certain numbers seem to follow us everywhere, and could they be trying to tell us something? In this episode of Mindful Mystics, we decode the mystery of angel numbers, from familiar sequences such as 11:11 to unexpected patterns hiding in phone numbers, receipts, addresses, and license plates. Karen breaks down the meanings of zero through nine, challenges the ominous reputations of 333 and 666, and shares how awakening at 3:33 a.m. changed the course of her life. We also offer practical ways to interpret, journal, and act upon the numerical messages that appear when we slow down, become present, and notice. Brought to you by Paranormal Underground Radio Episode Date: 8.18.2026 Hosts: Karen Frazier and Cheryl Knight-Wilson Check out our hosts' sites online at: Paranormal Underground magazine: https://paranormalunderground.net/ Author and psychic medium Karen Frazier: https://www.authorkarenfrazier.com/#/ and https://www.soulunasanctuary.com/ Show Highlights: [01:02] What Are Angel Numbers? Karen explains that angel numbers are recurring numerical patterns. Although sequences such as 11:11 are widely recognized, any number that repeatedly appears can hold meaning, including phone numbers, addresses, license plates, receipts, and invoice totals. [04:50] What to Do When a Number Keeps Appearing Karen recommends noting the number, considering what was happening when it appeared, and trusting the first interpretation that comes to mind. Tracking these details in a journal can reveal patterns over time. [06:03] How to Decode an Angel Number Using 1, 2, 3, 4 as an example, Karen explains that the first digit represents the issue, the final digit reveals the opportunity, and the middle digits contain the message. In this case, the sequence suggests beginning a new journey, drawing upon partnership and creativity, and moving toward stability. [07:48] Reframing 333 and 666 Cheryl shares her experience of having 666 in her phone number, while Karen separates its religious and cultural associations from its numerological meaning. Six represents compassion, generosity, relationships, and the balance between material pursuits and love for others. [13:13] The Meanings of Zero Through Nine Karen outlines the spiritual cycle represented by the cardinal numbers, beginning with the unlimited potential of zero and progressing through new beginnings, partnership, creation, stability, growth, compassion, self-reflection, spiritual integration, and completion. [16:30] Pattern Recognition or Spiritual Guidance? Karen responds to skeptics who view angel numbers as coincidence or pattern recognition. She explains that people are free to interpret them in whatever way feels right, while sharing how these numbers have carried profound meaning in her own life. [17:17] How 3:33 Changed Karen's Life Karen recalls awakening at 3:33 a.m. during 2020 and feeling prompted to publicly channel the George Collective. She describes how following that guidance transformed her understanding of the soul and changed the direction of her life. [19:27] Using Angel Numbers for Affirmations Karen explains how she turns repeating numbers on exercise equipment into cues for affirmations. Rather than treating every appearance as a message requiring analysis, she uses the numbers to reset her mindset and connect with their energy. [21:33] The Origins of the Term “Angel Numbers” Karen and Cheryl discuss Doreen Virtue's role in popularizing angel numbers, as well as her later decision to renounce her earlier spiritual work following a change in her religious beliefs. [23:39] Journaling, Meditation, and Meaningful Action Karen recommends recording the number, time, location, activity, and emotions surrounding each sighting. Meditation, mantras, and journaling can then help reveal what the number means and what action, whether large or small, it may be encouraging. [25:27] Guidance Is All Around Us Karen emphasizes that spiritual guidance does not always demand a major life change. An angel number can offer reassurance, improve a person's mood, inspire a small act of kindness, or serve as a supportive message from the universe. [27:14] Be Present and Notice Karen and Cheryl close with a reminder to release the need for constant control, become more aware of the present moment, and notice the messages appearing in everyday life.

The verb 'fare' means "to do" or "to make", but it does far more work than that in Italian. In this episode, Francesca goes through seven common set phrases built on 'fare' where the natural English translation is a completely different verb, from talking about the weather to packing a suitcase, taking a photo and asking a question. Learn these and a lot of everyday Italian falls into place.➡️ Click here to watch the video version of this episode.➡️ Want more tips like these delivered straight to your inbox? Sign up for our free newsletter: https://coffeebreaklanguages.kit.com/newsletter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You probably learned 'stehen' as the German verb for "standing". In this episode, Thomas explains the range of other meanings it carries in everyday German, including expressions like 'auf jemanden stehen', where the English translation is nothing to do with standing at all. Small verb, surprisingly wide reach.➡️ Click here to watch the video version of this episode.➡️ Get free mini-lessons and language tips every week by signing up to our newsletter: https://coffeebreaklanguages.kit.com/newsletter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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In this episode, Max looks at five everyday meanings of the French verb 'passer':passing something or someonespending timesitting an examhow something turns outshowing or broadcasting something on screenIt's a small word that does a lot of work, and knowing its different uses will help your French sound much more natural.➡️ Click here to watch the video version of this episode.➡️ To receive regular free mini-lessons like this straight to your inbox, visit: https://coffeebreaklanguages.kit.com/newsletter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Back in Genesis 5, we noted that the meanings of the names of the men in the line of the Messiah from Adam to Noah seemed either to lament mankind's fallen condition, or to anticipate the Seed of the woman who would undo the damage of sin. By comparison, the meanings of the names from Shem to Abram seem to be secular in nature.

What if the legends of submerged cities, land-making witches and sea-crossing bishops are not mere inventions but echoes of real events? Whispers from Celtic Seas: The True Meanings of Ancient Stories from Northwest Europe (Reaktion Books, 2026) by Professor Patrick Nunn at the University of the Sunshine Coast in Australia revisits coastal traditions from the Celtic fringes of northwest Europe, showing how they preserve memories of dramatic environmental change—floods, land loss and shifting shorelines—carried forward through oral storytelling for generations. Drawing on cutting-edge geological and archaeological research, this book recasts these tales not as fantasy, but as historical testimony grounded in lived experience. With clarity and insight, it also brings to life the tellers and collectors of these stories, tracing how oral knowledge endured even as literacy spread. A compelling invitation to listen again to old stories, and to hear what the land and sea remember. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

What if the legends of submerged cities, land-making witches and sea-crossing bishops are not mere inventions but echoes of real events? Whispers from Celtic Seas: The True Meanings of Ancient Stories from Northwest Europe (Reaktion Books, 2026) by Professor Patrick Nunn at the University of the Sunshine Coast in Australia revisits coastal traditions from the Celtic fringes of northwest Europe, showing how they preserve memories of dramatic environmental change—floods, land loss and shifting shorelines—carried forward through oral storytelling for generations. Drawing on cutting-edge geological and archaeological research, this book recasts these tales not as fantasy, but as historical testimony grounded in lived experience. With clarity and insight, it also brings to life the tellers and collectors of these stories, tracing how oral knowledge endured even as literacy spread. A compelling invitation to listen again to old stories, and to hear what the land and sea remember. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/native-american-studies

What if the legends of submerged cities, land-making witches and sea-crossing bishops are not mere inventions but echoes of real events? Whispers from Celtic Seas: The True Meanings of Ancient Stories from Northwest Europe (Reaktion Books, 2026) by Professor Patrick Nunn at the University of the Sunshine Coast in Australia revisits coastal traditions from the Celtic fringes of northwest Europe, showing how they preserve memories of dramatic environmental change—floods, land loss and shifting shorelines—carried forward through oral storytelling for generations. Drawing on cutting-edge geological and archaeological research, this book recasts these tales not as fantasy, but as historical testimony grounded in lived experience. With clarity and insight, it also brings to life the tellers and collectors of these stories, tracing how oral knowledge endured even as literacy spread. A compelling invitation to listen again to old stories, and to hear what the land and sea remember. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/folkore

What if the legends of submerged cities, land-making witches and sea-crossing bishops are not mere inventions but echoes of real events? Whispers from Celtic Seas: The True Meanings of Ancient Stories from Northwest Europe (Reaktion Books, 2026) by Professor Patrick Nunn at the University of the Sunshine Coast in Australia revisits coastal traditions from the Celtic fringes of northwest Europe, showing how they preserve memories of dramatic environmental change—floods, land loss and shifting shorelines—carried forward through oral storytelling for generations. Drawing on cutting-edge geological and archaeological research, this book recasts these tales not as fantasy, but as historical testimony grounded in lived experience. With clarity and insight, it also brings to life the tellers and collectors of these stories, tracing how oral knowledge endured even as literacy spread. A compelling invitation to listen again to old stories, and to hear what the land and sea remember. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/environmental-studies

What if the legends of submerged cities, land-making witches and sea-crossing bishops are not mere inventions but echoes of real events? Whispers from Celtic Seas: The True Meanings of Ancient Stories from Northwest Europe (Reaktion Books, 2026) by Professor Patrick Nunn at the University of the Sunshine Coast in Australia revisits coastal traditions from the Celtic fringes of northwest Europe, showing how they preserve memories of dramatic environmental change—floods, land loss and shifting shorelines—carried forward through oral storytelling for generations. Drawing on cutting-edge geological and archaeological research, this book recasts these tales not as fantasy, but as historical testimony grounded in lived experience. With clarity and insight, it also brings to life the tellers and collectors of these stories, tracing how oral knowledge endured even as literacy spread. A compelling invitation to listen again to old stories, and to hear what the land and sea remember. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/archaeology

What if the legends of submerged cities, land-making witches and sea-crossing bishops are not mere inventions but echoes of real events? Whispers from Celtic Seas: The True Meanings of Ancient Stories from Northwest Europe (Reaktion Books, 2026) by Professor Patrick Nunn at the University of the Sunshine Coast in Australia revisits coastal traditions from the Celtic fringes of northwest Europe, showing how they preserve memories of dramatic environmental change—floods, land loss and shifting shorelines—carried forward through oral storytelling for generations. Drawing on cutting-edge geological and archaeological research, this book recasts these tales not as fantasy, but as historical testimony grounded in lived experience. With clarity and insight, it also brings to life the tellers and collectors of these stories, tracing how oral knowledge endured even as literacy spread. A compelling invitation to listen again to old stories, and to hear what the land and sea remember. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if the legends of submerged cities, land-making witches and sea-crossing bishops are not mere inventions but echoes of real events? Whispers from Celtic Seas: The True Meanings of Ancient Stories from Northwest Europe (Reaktion Books, 2026) by Professor Patrick Nunn at the University of the Sunshine Coast in Australia revisits coastal traditions from the Celtic fringes of northwest Europe, showing how they preserve memories of dramatic environmental change—floods, land loss and shifting shorelines—carried forward through oral storytelling for generations. Drawing on cutting-edge geological and archaeological research, this book recasts these tales not as fantasy, but as historical testimony grounded in lived experience. With clarity and insight, it also brings to life the tellers and collectors of these stories, tracing how oral knowledge endured even as literacy spread. A compelling invitation to listen again to old stories, and to hear what the land and sea remember. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/european-studies

What if the legends of submerged cities, land-making witches and sea-crossing bishops are not mere inventions but echoes of real events? Whispers from Celtic Seas: The True Meanings of Ancient Stories from Northwest Europe (Reaktion Books, 2026) by Professor Patrick Nunn at the University of the Sunshine Coast in Australia revisits coastal traditions from the Celtic fringes of northwest Europe, showing how they preserve memories of dramatic environmental change—floods, land loss and shifting shorelines—carried forward through oral storytelling for generations. Drawing on cutting-edge geological and archaeological research, this book recasts these tales not as fantasy, but as historical testimony grounded in lived experience. With clarity and insight, it also brings to life the tellers and collectors of these stories, tracing how oral knowledge endured even as literacy spread. A compelling invitation to listen again to old stories, and to hear what the land and sea remember. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/british-studies

In this Adventure in Etymology we discover the odd origins of the word awkward. Meanings of awkward [ˈɔːk.wəd / ˈɔk.wɚd] include: lacking dexterity in the use of the hands, or of instruments; not easily managed or effected; embarrassing; lacking social skills, or uncomfortable with social interaction; difficult to handle. It comes from awk, an obsolete […]

In Episode 46 of High Stakes, Tracey Devlyn sits down with author Arvind Ethan David to discuss his new historical novel, THE GREAT GAME—a richly voiced murder mystery blending political tension, literary flair, and a fascinating glimpse of 1905 London through the eyes of an Indian man navigating a world determined to underestimate him. “A brilliant, relentlessly paced classic crime thriller of good versus evil.” —Jeffrey Deaver, International #1 bestselling author Author's Website: https://ArvindEthanDavid.co Show Notes: https://traceydevlyn.com/podcast Love this episode? Rate it ⭐️ Thumbs Up

This teaching was given by Lama Zopa Rinpoche at Lama Tsonkhapa Institute in Italy as part of the Ganden Lha Gyama retreat between September 3-30, 2004.00:00:00 Rinpoche explains the benefits and meanings of several mantras: mantras for blessing the speech, Chenrezig mantra, and other mantras. By reciting these mantras, the negative karma of anyone who sees, touches oneself or hears one's voice gets purified.01:05:35 Rinpoche leads the practice of Lama Tsongkhapa Guru Yoga.Find out more about Lama Zopa Rinpoche, his teachings and projects at https://fpmt.org/

In this lesson, Luke writes two sections. The first is the Jesus' traveling thru cities preaching the kingdom of God. Luke reveals that Jesus and the disciples were supported by several women which he names by name.Then Jesus goes on to speak the parable of the Sower, the seed and the 4 differing soil conditions. The disciples then wanted to know the meaning of the parable. As Jesus often does, He explains it only to His disciples, because his disciples have ears to hear the truth.Jesus' exhorts, “Take care then how you hear, for to the one who has, more will be given, and from the one who has not, even what he thinks that he has will be taken away.”Let's join Dr. Mitchell in Luke 8:1 on the Unchanging Word Bible Broadcast with each seed and soil and fruit., Luke 8:1.

Degrees in Astrology: Hidden Meanings & Patterns Have you ever wondered why astrologers pay so much attention to a planet's exact degree? Is there really such a thing as a "fame degree" or a "critical degree"? And what are the mysterious fixed stars that ancient astrologers believed shaped the lives of kings, queens, mystics, and visionaries?In this episode, we're exploring one of astrology's most fascinating—and often misunderstood—subjects. We'll break down the meaning of planetary degrees, the symbolism behind 0°, 22°, 23°, 29°, and other well-known degrees, and separate traditional astrology from modern degree theory. We'll also journey beyond the zodiac to discover the ancient fixed stars, their mythology, and why stars like Regulus, Spica, Sirius, and the stars of Aquarius have captivated astrologers for thousands of years.Whether you're just beginning your astrological journey or you're ready to dive into its deeper symbolism, this episode will help you see your birth chart in a whole new light. Together, we'll uncover how mythology, astronomy, and astrology intertwine to tell the story of the soul.The stars have always had a story to tell. Sometimes, all we have to do is learn their language.About the Host: Katherine  is an esteemed practitioner of Chakra, Astrology, and Tarot Alchemy, harnessing the cosmic forces and energies to manifest magic and success.As the visionary behind the acclaimed Chakras & Cusswords Podcast, she curates an oasis for the contemporary mystic, guiding seekers on a transformative journey of self-discovery. Her illustrious presence has graced prestigious platforms such as Good Day Sacramento, The Astrology Magazine, TMZ and the revered Aura app.Elevating her craft to the forefront, the Chakras & Cusswords Podcast has earned distinction as one of the Top 5 Chakra-inspired Podcasts.Furthermore, Katherine is a certified life, chakra, and meditation coach, specializing in the holistic healing of mind and soul through the profound resonance of sound energy. Her expertise serves as a beacon of hope and renewal for those embarking on the path of personal growth and spiritual enlightenment.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chakras.cusswords/Lifestyle, Nurse Love 101: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtWgA6zxwaZd-CpNUi3CO5wTik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@chakras.cusswordsWebsite: https://chakrascusswords.com#manifestation #lawofattraction #chakrascusswords #fullmoon  #newmoon #spirituality #meditation #chakra #astrology 

Very soon after it was completed in 1842, the Bunker Hill monument started to be about a lot more than just the battle that took place on June 17, 1775. Research: "Battle of Bunker Hill." Britannica Library, Encyclopædia Britannica, 18 Nov. 2025. libraries.state.ma.us/login?eburl=https%3A%2F%2Flibrary.eb.com&ebtarget=%2Flevels%2Freferencecenter%2Farticle%2FBattle-of-Bunker-Hill%2F18086&ebboatid=9265928. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026. Markoe, Lauren. “Gun Owners take Aim at New Law.” The Patriot Ledger. Oct. 10 and 11 1998. National Park Service. “Peter Brown.” Last updated 2/26/2025. https://www.nps.gov/people/peter-brown.htm National Park Service. “Remembering Revolution: Bunker Hill Monument.” Last updated 1/2/2025. https://www.nps.gov/bost/remembering-revolution.htm#27EBF851-37AB-4F4E-AA50-9BEDD914F0CC Webster, Daniel. “Dedication Speech for the Unveiling of the Bunker Hill Monument.” 6/17/1843. Via American Battlefield Trust. https://www.battlefields.org/learn/primary-sources/dedication-speech-unveiling-bunker-hill-monument National Park Service. “The Bunker Hill Monument Association: Expressing Gratitude and Patriotism.” Last updated 1/22/2024. https://www.nps.gov/articles/000/bhma.htm National Park Service. “Bunker Hill Lodge.” Last updated 1/12/2026. https://www.nps.gov/articles/000/bh-lodge.htm National Park Service. “King Solomon's Lodge.” Last updated 3/30/2023. https://www.nps.gov/articles/000/bh-ksl.htm Warren, George Washington. “The history of the Bunker Hill monument association during the first century of the United States of America.” Bunker Hill Monument Association. https://archive.org/details/historyofbunkerh00warr/ The Society of the Cincinnati in the State of New Hampshire. “Caleb Stark.” https://www.socnh.org/caleb-stark/ Stebbins, G.B. “May Day – North and South.” The liberator. v.16:no.21(1846:May 22). Via Digital Commonwealth. https://www.digitalcommonwealth.org/search/commonwealth:gb19h555q Mansfield, Howard. “Silent Witness.” Yankee. Mar/Apr2025, Vol. 89 Issue 2, p80-106. National Park Service. “Bunker Hill Monument Projection, 1998.” https://www.nps.gov/articles/000/bunker-hill-monument-projection-1998.htm Hay, John. “Broken Hearths: Melville's ‘Israel Potter’ and the Bunker Hill Monument.” The New England Quarterly , June 2016, Vol. 89, No. 2 (June 2016). Via JSTOR. https://www.jstor.org/stable/24718238 Purcell, Sarah J. “Commemoration, Public Art, and the Changing Meaning of the Bunker Hill Monument.” The Public Historian , Vol. 25, No. 2 (Spring 2003). Via JSTOR. https://www.jstor.org/stable/10.1525/tph.2003.25.2.55 Everett, Edward. “An oration delivered at Charlestown, on the seventy-fifth anniversary of the Battle of Bunker Hill, June 17, 1850.” Boston. 1850. https://babel.hathitrust.org/cgi/pt?id=uc1.31822038214979 National Park Service. “Irish Claims to the Revolution.” 2/26/2025. https://www.nps.gov/articles/000/irish-claims-to-the-revolution.htm “Unworthy of Concord: A Know-nothing Appeal.” Pilot, Volume 38, Number 18, 1 May 1875. https://newspapers.bc.edu/?a=d&d=pilot18750501-01.2.19&e=-------en-20--1--txt-txIN-------+%2C+4---------------- National Park Service. “Operation POW.” March 1, 2023. https://www.nps.gov/articles/000/operation-pow.htm See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens when we blindly accept the monuments in our built world, treating them as permanent fixtures of history rather than invitations to critique the traditions they represent? The University of West Georgia's Emerita Professor of Philosophy, Dr. Janet Donohoe, joins host PJ Wehry to discuss the overlooked dynamism of our built environment and how we interact with public memory. Dr. Donohoe explores the complex ties between physical spaces and tradition in her book, Remembering Places: A Phenomenological Study of the Relationship between Memory and Place. They examine how the removal of monuments is not an erasure of history but a rewriting of it, and how understanding our physical world can help us critically engage with the narratives we pass on to future generations. In this conversation they explore: How monuments function as a "palimpsest," where tearing them down doesn't remove the place but instead writes over it, leaving underlying traces of memory and tradition. Husserl's concepts of the "home world" and "alien world," demonstrating how our childhood environments physically write themselves onto our bodies and set our normative baseline for experiencing new places. The striking contrast between the World War II Memorial, which uses its overbearing scale to dictate a narrative of American power, and the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, an open space that invites profound personal reflection and critique. Why rushing to memorialize tragedies, such as the push to immediately erect 9/11 monuments, often solidifies a narrative of victimization without allowing for the necessary time to process and understand the long-term impact. The dual meaning of the word "monument"—to remember and to be mindful—which calls us to actively critique our traditions rather than blindly perpetuating them. How the meaning of a monument is never truly "set in stone," but rather emerges dynamically in the continuous encounter between the viewer and the physical space. This is a conversation for anyone interested in philosophy, architecture, and history who wants to understand the profound weight behind our built environment and how we process the evolving, physical traditions of our modern age.Make sure to check out Dr. Donohoe's book: Remembering Places: A Phenomenological Study of the Relationship between Memory and Place

Po co to wszystko? Po co pracujemy ponad siły, gonimy za kolejnymi celami, porównujemy się z innymi i nieustannie próbujemy być „wystarczający”? Przyglądam się w tym odcinku kulturze produktywności, presji sukcesu i pytaniu, które wielu z nas zadaje sobie w momentach zmęczenia: jaki jest sens tego wszystkiego?Usłyszysz o pułapkach kultury „wiecznego działania”, FOMO, społecznej gloryfikacji przepracowania oraz o tym, dlaczego nasza wartość nie powinna zależeć wyłącznie od osiągnięć. To odcinek o poczuciu sensu – czym jest, dlaczego ma tak ogromne znaczenie dla zdrowia psychicznego, odporności na stres i jakości życia oraz dlaczego nie da się go znaleźć w gotowej recepturze czy poradniku. Sens nie jest miejscem, do którego docieramy. Jest procesem. Tak, wiem, jak to brzmi, ale… posłuchaj sam_a. To jak myślicie, po co to wszystko?Partnerem odcinka jest @tauron_pe, który sens widzi w zielonej transformacji - z poszanowaniem tradycji, adaptacją do wyzwań współczesności. Sprawdźcie koniecznie nasze wcześniejsze partnerskie odcinki: o adaptacji, solostalgii i lęku przed zmianą. Nie pożałujecie #reklama.Napiwki za ten odcinek przyjmuję w subach, lajkach i na Patronite ;) Montaż: Eugeniusz KarlovLiteratura: Akbari, M., Seydavi, M., Palmieri, S., Mansueto, G., Caselli, G., & Spada, M. M. (2021). Fear of missing out (FoMO) and internet use: A comprehensive systematic review and meta-analysis. Journal of Behavioral Addictions, 10(4), 879-900.Baumeister R. F. (1991). Meanings of Life. New York, NY: Guilford Press.Corbella, G., Pierobon, A., & Maffoni, M. (2025). What is life worth living for? A systematic review on meaning in life and meaning in work as protective factors for healthcare professionals' wellbeing. Health psychology report, 13(2), 111–132. https://doi.org/10.5114/hpr/199541Routledge, C., & FioRito, T. A. (2021). Why Meaning in Life Matters for Societal Flourishing. Frontiers in psychology, 11, 601899. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2020.601899Trzebinski J., Cabanski M., Czarnecka J. Z. (2020). Reaction to the COVID-19 pandemic: the influence of meaning in life, life satisfaction, and assumptions on world orderliness and positivity. J. Loss Trauma 25, 544–557. 10.1080/15325024.2020.1765098Yang, Z., Williams, S. D., Beldzik, E., Anakwe, S., Schimmelpfennig, E., & Lewis, L. D. (2025). Attentional failures after sleep deprivation are locked to joint neurovascular, pupil and cerebrospinal fluid flow dynamics. Nature neuroscience, 28(12), 2526–2536. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41593-025-02098-8

Mumbai is halfway through June and still waiting for the monsoon. Every few days the forecast promises rain, and every few days the clouds seem to change their mind. So, it feels like an act of 'daghaa'Often translated as betrayal, 'dagha' is more than just being deceived. It is the hurt that comes when trust is broken. Through the poetry of Shakeel Badayuni and Qateel Shifai, we explore friendship, loyalty, disappointment and the peculiar ways human beings let one another down. What makes betrayal hurt? Why does a friend's failure feel different from a stranger's? And can failing to truly understand, and showing up for the the ones closest to us also become a kind of daghaa?Because a stranger can fool you, but 'dagha' usually comes from someone closer. Tune in for some gems from Shakeel Badayuni and Qateel Shifai on dagha. And fareb? We'll get to that next week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Confidence isn't built by memorising vocabulary lists. In this episode, you'll learn seven meanings of an essential business verb for senior managers through a real-world story, making the language easier to understand, remember and use at work. Enjoy! Anna GET MY FREE WEEKLY NEWSLETTER - Become a free member and get my weekly round up of tips in the newsletter and extra bonus content INTERESTED IN COACHING WITH ME? Register interest to be informed of future places on my 3-month programme THIS PODCAST IS MADE POSSIBLE BY OUR FANTASTIC SUPPORTERS. WANT TO BECOME A SUPPORTER TOO? TRANSCRIPTS - do an in-depth review of the episode content LinkedIn @AnnaConnellyYouTube @annabusinessenglish

In this episode, Max takes one small but very useful French verb, 'mettre', and shows you five different ways it's used in everyday French. You'll hear clear examples for each meaning, including the handy way 'mettre' talks about how long something takes. By the end, you'll spot it everywhere and feel ready to use it yourself.➡️ Click here to watch the video version of this episode.➡️ To receive regular free mini-lessons like this straight to your inbox, visit: https://coffeebreaklanguages.kit.com/newsletter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

By the end of this episode you will have an easy and fun new way to communicate with the universe — and you can start using it today.We are diving into numerology — four ancient traditions, meanings of every number 1 through 9, and the recurring numbers you keep seeing everywhere. What does 333 mean? What about 777 or 444? We are covering all of it — plus my own personal read on each number from years of working with them in my spiritual practice.Save this one. You are going to want to come back to it!——Show Notes:Sources & Further Reading: Pythagorean Numerology — usenumora.com/blog/en/pythagorean-numerology-complete-guide Chaldean Numerology — lovetoknow.com/life/astrology/chaldean-numerology Vedic Numerology — panchangbodh.com/vedic-numerology Kabbalistic Numerology — en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tree_of_life_(KabbalahGet Joy's Free "Sign Magnet" 3 Day Mini Course HERE https://www.joyfulmedium.com/sign-magnetJoy's Website: www.joyfulmedium.comInstagram: @JoyfulMediumTikTok: @JoyfulMediumFacebook: @JoyfulMediumFacebook Group: Joy's Soul SpaYouTube: Psychic Medium Joy Giovanni 

Segment 1 • Why do churches split over doctrine when everyone claims to follow the same Bible? • Todd traces modern church confusion back to a little-known Jewish revolt that changed Christian history forever. • Could the loss of a “plain sense” reading of Scripture be why Christians can't agree on basic truths anymore? Segment 2 • The Bar Kokhba revolt didn't just crush Jerusalem — Todd argues it reshaped the entire trajectory of biblical interpretation. • Jewish Christians were squeezed out from both sides, leaving Gentile leadership to redefine how Scripture was read. • What happens when “hidden meanings” become more important than what the Bible actually says? Segment 3 • Todd explains how allegorical interpretation opened the door to wildly different doctrines and endless theological confusion. • Did replacement theology grow out of bad hermeneutics instead of sound biblical interpretation? • Early church leaders began treating the “literal” meaning of Scripture as inferior — and the consequences still linger today. Segment 4 • The Reformers fought to recover a grammatical-historical reading of Scripture after centuries of allegorical dominance. • Todd compares ancient allegorical methods to modern deconstruction: “It's not what the text says — it's what it doesn't say.” • If your church doesn't share the same hermeneutic, are division and doctrinal chaos inevitable? ___ Thanks for listening! Wretched Radio would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Wretched Radio we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn't be more thankful for you if we tried!

Meanings of Antiquity: Myth Interpretation in Premodern Japan (Harvard UP, 2023) is the first dedicated study of how the oldest Japanese myths, recorded in the eighth-century texts Kojiki and Nihon shoki, changed in meaning and significance between 800 and 1800 CE. Generations of Japanese scholars and students have turned to these two texts and their creation myths to understand what it means to be Japanese and where Japan fits into the world order. As the shape and scale of the world explained by these myths changed, these myths evolved in turn. Over the course of the millennium covered in this study, Japan transforms from the center of a proud empire to a millet seed at the edge of the Buddhist world, from the last vestige of China's glorious Zhou Dynasty to an archipelago on a spherical globe. Analyzing historical records, poetry, fiction, religious writings, military epics, political treatises, and textual commentary, Matthieu Felt identifies the geographical, cosmological, epistemological, and semiotic changes that led to new adaptations of Japanese myths. Felt demonstrates that the meanings of Japanese antiquity and of Japan's most ancient texts were—and are—a work in progress, a collective effort of writers and thinkers over the past 1,300 years. Jingyi Li is a PhD Candidate in Japanese History at the University of Arizona. She researches about early modern Japan, literati, and commercial publishing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Meanings of Antiquity: Myth Interpretation in Premodern Japan (Harvard UP, 2023) is the first dedicated study of how the oldest Japanese myths, recorded in the eighth-century texts Kojiki and Nihon shoki, changed in meaning and significance between 800 and 1800 CE. Generations of Japanese scholars and students have turned to these two texts and their creation myths to understand what it means to be Japanese and where Japan fits into the world order. As the shape and scale of the world explained by these myths changed, these myths evolved in turn. Over the course of the millennium covered in this study, Japan transforms from the center of a proud empire to a millet seed at the edge of the Buddhist world, from the last vestige of China's glorious Zhou Dynasty to an archipelago on a spherical globe. Analyzing historical records, poetry, fiction, religious writings, military epics, political treatises, and textual commentary, Matthieu Felt identifies the geographical, cosmological, epistemological, and semiotic changes that led to new adaptations of Japanese myths. Felt demonstrates that the meanings of Japanese antiquity and of Japan's most ancient texts were—and are—a work in progress, a collective effort of writers and thinkers over the past 1,300 years. Jingyi Li is a PhD Candidate in Japanese History at the University of Arizona. She researches about early modern Japan, literati, and commercial publishing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/east-asian-studies

Topics covered: Body image, diet culture, good girl conditioning, life under patriarchy, poverty, trauma, hypervigilance, affirmations, self-belief, healing, ageing, motherhood, connection​, privilege.In this episode I sit down once again with Professor of Psychology and bestselling author​, the extraordinary Dr. Katriona O'Sullivan.When Katriona first joined the podcast in November 2023, her memoir Poor had been released and since then, the book has become a phenomenon; winning Biography of the Year and Newcomer of the Year at the Irish Book Awards, remaining in Ireland's top-ten nonfiction chart for two years, being translated into seven languages and adapted into a sold-out stage production at Dublin's Gate Theatre.Now Katriona is back to talk about her powerful new book 'Hungry: A Biography of my Body.'In this deeply honest conversation, Katriona reflects on growing up in the 80s and 90s​ and the culture of shame around women's bodies​ and the lasting impact of ​extreme poverty​.​She also speaks about hypervigilance, self-worth, privilege and learning how to exist in your body with greater compassion.About Katriona:Born in Coventry to Irish parents, ​her early life was marked by poverty, addiction, teenage pregnancy and homelessness. In 1998 she moved to Dublin, where she entered Trinity College through the access programme and went on to earn a PhD in psychology. She is now a professor at Maynooth University and is a passionate advocate for inclusion and opportunity through education.She ​is married to Dave and has 3 sons: John​, Seán and Tadhg​ and she​'s also a proud grandmother.Books:'Poor' and 'Hungry: A Biography of my Body'Other related episodes include conversations with Sarah Nicole Landry and Mary Kate Slattery.Follow Ready to be Real on Instagram: @readytoberealpodcastReady to be Real (@readytoberealpodcast) • Instagram photos and videos Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There are Names of Allah that don't just inform you… They dismantle everything you thought you understood about existence. This episode centres on two of the greatest: Al-Hayy and Al-Qayyoom - names many scholars held to be from the greatest names of Allah, 'Azza wa Jalla. Everything you see is marked by a beginning, a deficiency, an end, or weakness. But what of the One whose life was never preceded nor is His life touched by death, sleep, or any deficiency? The One who needs nothing… yet everything is sustained by Him. These names don't just describe Allah - they establish why He alone is worthy of worship, reliance, and Du'aa. And hidden within them is a powerful reality… one that transforms how distress, hardship, and need are answered. The question is - are you willing to truly understand them and find in your life a sudden burst of Tawakkul like never before?  00:00 - Precap & Introduction 01:35 - Occurrences of "Al-Hayy" & "Al-Qayyoom" in the Qur'an 03:20 - Al-Hayy 06:53 - Why All of Allah's Attributes Return to "Al-Hayy" 08:57 - Different Things People Worship and Their Reality 12:35 - Al-Qayyoom 19:02 - The Vast Meanings of "Al-Hayy Al-Qayyoom" 20:35 - Is "Al-Hayy Al-Qayyoom" Allah's Greatest Name? 22:32 - Seeking Relief Through "Ya Hayy Ya Qayyoom" 25:35 - Only the Perfectly Living Can Perfectly Sustain 27:29 - Allah Does Only What Befits His Majesty 30:46 - Evidence for "Ya Hayy Ya Qayyoom" in Du'aa 31:43 - The Distinction Between Names and Attributes in Du'aa 33:22 - Submission and Lowliness Before "Al-Hayy Al-Qayyoom" 34:28 - Acting Upon the Meanings of "Al-Hayy Al-Qayyoom" 40:16 - The Meaning of "وَبِكَ خَاصَمْتُ"  Sign up now to AMAU Academy: https://www.amauacademy.com/ AMAU Academy: https://www.amauacademy.com/ AMAU Junior: https://amaujunior.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amauofficial/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AMAU Telegram: https://t.me/amauofficial YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AMAUofficial Twitter: https://twitter.com/AMAUofficial iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/al-madrasatu-al-umariyyah/id1524526782 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/08NJC1pIA0maaF6aKqZL4N Get in Touch: https://amau.org/getintouch BarakAllahu feekum. #AMAU #Allah #namesofallah #islamicknowledge #seekingknowledge

Max walks you through five essential uses of "prendre", one of the most flexible verbs in French. You'll see why French uses "prendre" for ordering food and drinks, for catching transport, for illness ("j'ai pris froid"), for the very French structure "prendre quelqu'un pour quelqu'un", and for talking about duration. Which meaning surprised you the most?➡️ Click here to watch the video version of this episode.➡️ Want more tips like these delivered straight to your inbox? Sign up for our free newsletter: https://coffeebreaklanguages.kit.com/newsletter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Fr. Michael explain all 37 miracles performed by Jesus Christ in the Gospels. 0:00 Intro 1:46 How Many Miracles Did Jesus Perform? 4:33 Miracles Over Nature 30:19 Healing Miracles 43:05 Exorcisms 47:31 Raising the Dead 56:38 Final Thoughts on the Miracles of Jesus Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is Part Two of our conversation.Some stories don't begin as ghost stories. They start with real events—but over time, something shifts. Details blur. Meanings change. And history slowly becomes something else.That's the focus of Brandon Schexnayder and his work on the Southern Gothic podcast, where haunted history and Southern legend intersect. Through storytelling and research, he explores how these stories evolve—and why they never fully let go.Like the Curse of Julia Brown, a healer in the small town of Frenier who was both respected and feared. In the years before her death, she was said to sing a song, “When I die, I'll take the whole town with me.”When a hurricane struck on the day of her funeral in 1915, devastating the entire town, the story took on a life of its own.Coincidence… or something more? These are the stories that blur the line between what happened—and what people believe happened.You can listen to the Southern Gothic podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. Also, get more information at their website, southerngothicmedia.com.#TheGraveTalks #SouthernGothic #JuliaBrown #HauntedHistory #ParanormalPodcast #GhostLore #Folklore #VoodooLore #HauntedLouisiana #ParanormalStories Love real ghost stories? Want even more?Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access:

Some stories don't begin as ghost stories. They start with real events—but over time, something shifts. Details blur. Meanings change. And history slowly becomes something else.That's the focus of Brandon Schexnayder and his work on the Southern Gothic podcast, where haunted history and Southern legend intersect. Through storytelling and research, he explores how these stories evolve—and why they never fully let go.Like the Curse of Julia Brown, a healer in the small town of Frenier who was both respected and feared. In the years before her death, she was said to sing a song, “When I die, I'll take the whole town with me.”When a hurricane struck on the day of her funeral in 1915, devastating the entire town, the story took on a life of its own.Coincidence… or something more? These are the stories that blur the line between what happened—and what people believe happened.You can listen to the Southern Gothic podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. Also, get more information at their website, southerngothicmedia.com. #TheGraveTalks #SouthernGothic #JuliaBrown #HauntedHistory #ParanormalPodcast #GhostLore #Folklore #VoodooLore #HauntedLouisiana #ParanormalStories Love real ghost stories? Want even more?Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access: