Podcasts about Michelangelo

Reginald Pole started out as a man who Henry VIII sponsored and celebrated, but soon turned on the king, becoming an outright and vocal critic of his all too bloody reign. To discuss Reginald with me, I am pleased to welcome historian Dr Helen Hyde onto the podcast for a discussion based around her recent book, The King's Traitor, Reginald Pole and the Tudors. We explore Reginald's early life, his position as an arch enemy of Henry VIII, his very close bond to Queen Mary I and even his friendship with none other than Michelangelo himself!

Episode 226 of "TMNT - The Talk" in English. I am talking about "TMNT Annual 2025" by IDW Comics. Check out the website at https://www.tmnttalk.com/ or send me an e-mail at tmnttalk1984@gmail.com.

Two highly intelligent, creative, compassionate and accomplished elders of our society— Randall Carlson and Master Sculptor Sabin Howard— enter into a deeply honest and important conversation about life, art, education, sociology, world history, personal history, war & peace, science, spirituality, religion, architecture and sacred geometry. They also discuss humanity's evolving consciousness set against rapidly advancing technology and the geopolitical influences that are clearly at play. They even dip into transhumanism, suggesting that the proverbial crossroads upon which humanity now stands, demands that we make a choice; a decision of the utmost importance that is sure to indelibly shape humanity's future forever— all discussed over an EPIC, 2+ hour episode. We hope you enjoy this very deep, very compelling and very important conversation between two legends. ONLY RANDALL'S AUDIENCE GET'S HIS FAVORITE CBD PRODUCTS (for pain relief, for deep sleep and/or stress and anxiety relief) WITH FREE SHIPPING FOR LIFE: https://cbdfromthegods.com ABOUT SABIN HOWARD: https://sabinhoward.com/ Sabin Howard is the foremost practitioner of, and authority on, Modern Classicism. Sabin Howard grew up in New York City and in Torino, Italy. He studied art at the Philadelphia College of Art and then earned his MFA from the New York Academy of Art. For twenty years, he taught at the graduate and undergraduate levels. He has been elected to the board of the National Sculpture Society. He has received numerous commissions and has showed his work at more than fifty solo and group shows. After 45,000 hours of working from life models in the studio, he is the creator of three heroic scale pieces, HERMES, APHRODITE, and APOLLO, as well as many smaller pieces. His works are owned by museums and private collectors all over the world, and they have been favorably reviewed by The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Epoch Times,American Artist, Fine Arts Connoisseur, American Arts Collector, and The New Criterion, as well as many other journals internationally. He is an accomplished public speaker and is the subject of several television profiles. He is the author of the book THE ART OF LIFE with his wife author Traci L. Slatton.

Contrary to Victorian era illustrations and Michelangelo's chubby cherubs in the Sistine Chapel, angels are always described as glorious and fear-inducing.  Whenever someone sees a vision of an angel in Scripture, the person who sees them is dumbfounded and crippled by fear. In most instances, the angel has to tell the person not to fear and followed by supernatural help to recuperate. Such is the case with Daniel, who receives an interpretation of his vision from an angel. There's far too much to talk about concerning the historical fulfillment of Daniel's vision, but the prophesy moves from near future to the end of days when it is mentioned that the king will do whatever he wants.Daniel 9:20 - 1:03 . Daniel 10 - 3:21 . Daniel 11 - 7:29 . Daniel 12 - 17:47 .  :::Christian Standard Bible translation.All music written and produced by John Burgess Ross.Co-produced by the Christian Standard Bible.facebook.com/commuterbibleinstagram.com/commuter_bibletwitter.com/CommuterPodpatreon.com/commuterbibleadmin@commuterbible.org

Fluent Fiction - Italian: Unveiling Michelangelo's Secret: A Vatican Art Mystery Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2025-12-01-08-38-20-it Story Transcript:It: Nella fredda mattina d'inverno, Alessio camminava con passo deciso verso la Basilica di San Pietro.En: On the cold winter morning, Alessio walked with a determined step towards the Basilica di San Pietro.It: La città era piena di luci natalizie e il profumo dei dolci di Natale galleggiava nell'aria.En: The city was full of Christmas lights and the scent of Christmas sweets floated in the air.It: Alessio era uno studente di storia dell'arte, curioso e determinato.En: Alessio was an art history student, curious and determined.It: In tasca, teneva una busta misteriosa, consegnatagli la sera prima senza mittente, contenente solo un indovinello.En: In his pocket, he held a mysterious envelope, handed to him the night before without a sender, containing only a riddle.It: Le parole dell'indovinello riecheggiavano nella sua mente: "Dove l'ombra incontra la luce, lì l'arte racconta la fede nascosta."En: The words of the riddle echoed in his mind: "Where the shadow meets the light, there art tells of hidden faith."It: Alessio intuiva che il messaggio celava un segreto legato a un'opera d'arte sconosciuta nel Vaticano.En: Alessio intuited that the message concealed a secret linked to an unknown work of art in the Vatican.It: Ma il tempo era contro di lui.En: But time was against him.It: Le celebrazioni di Natale avrebbero presto limitato l'accesso a molte aree.En: The Christmas celebrations would soon restrict access to many areas.It: Mentre passeggiava tra la folla di turisti, vide Chiara, una guida locale.En: As he strolled through the crowd of tourists, he saw Chiara, a local guide.It: Anche se lei era scettica di fronte ai misteri, Alessio sapeva che il suo aiuto poteva essere prezioso.En: Even though she was skeptical about mysteries, Alessio knew that her help could be valuable.It: Avvicinandosi, le mostrò la busta.En: Approaching her, he showed her the envelope.It: "Chiara," disse, "ho bisogno del tuo aiuto per risolvere questo indovinello."En: "Chiara," he said, "I need your help to solve this riddle."It: Chiara lesse attentamente il messaggio.En: Chiara read the message carefully.It: I suoi occhi si illuminarono di curiosità che cercava di nascondere.En: Her eyes lit up with curiosity, which she tried to hide.It: "Va bene," rispose, "vediamo cosa possiamo scoprire."En: "Alright," she replied, "let's see what we can discover."It: Insieme, esplorarono la Piazza di San Pietro, cercando indizi tra le statue magnifiche.En: Together, they explored Piazza di San Pietro, looking for clues among the magnificent statues.It: La folla era densa, ma Alessio e Chiara si muovevano con determinazione.En: The crowd was dense, but Alessio and Chiara moved with determination.It: Il tempo stava per scadere, eppure non si arresero.En: Time was running out, yet they didn't give up.It: Finalmente, sotto una statua poco frequentata, trovarono un piccolo scomparto segreto.En: Finally, under a rarely visited statue, they found a small secret compartment.It: Dentro, c'era una nota: "Questo monumento custodisce la mia fede e la mia arte.En: Inside, there was a note: "This monument guards my faith and my art.It: Michelangelo."En: Michelangelo."It: Chiara e Alessio si guardarono con meraviglia.En: Chiara and Alessio looked at each other in amazement.It: Quel giorno, scoprirono un legame tra la fede di un grande artista e le sue opere, un dettaglio dimenticato della storia dell'arte.En: That day, they discovered a connection between the faith of a great artist and his works, a forgotten detail of art history.It: Alessio capì l'importanza della collaborazione, mentre Chiara riscoprì l'amore per i misteri dell'arte.En: Alessio understood the importance of collaboration, while Chiara rediscovered her love for the mysteries of art.It: Mentre la sera scendeva su Roma e le luci natalizie brillavano, Alessio e Chiara si allontanarono dalla Basilica con un nuovo rispetto reciproco e una storia da raccontare.En: As evening fell over Rome and the Christmas lights shone, Alessio and Chiara walked away from the Basilica with a new mutual respect and a story to tell.It: Il Natale portava con sé un nuovo inizio e un'amicizia inattesa.En: Christmas brought with it a new beginning and an unexpected friendship. Vocabulary Words:the shadow: l'ombrathe light: la lucethe art: l'artethe faith: la fedethe scent: il profumothe envelope: la bustathe riddle: l'indovinellothe monument: il monumentothe crowd: la follathe winter: l'invernothe note: la notathe compartment: lo scompartodetermined: determinatocurious: curiosothe celebration: la celebrazionethe statue: la statuathe guide: la guidathe sender: il mittentethe area: l'areasecret: segretovaluable: preziosothe mystery: il misterodetermination: la determinazionefinally: finalmenteto hide: nascondererarely: raramentethe connection: il legamethe history: la storiamutual: reciprocounexpected: inatteso

In deze aflevering van The Dutch Historian Geschiedenis Podcast duiken we in het verhaal van Sint-Nicolaas, het is tenslotte bijna 5 december. Axel belicht het historische verhaal van Sint-Nicolaas en de ontwikkeling van zijn verering in Europa en Nederland. Lars gaat vervolgens in op de bijzondere rol die deze heilige speelt in Amsterdam. Zo wordt in de Sint-Nicolaasbasiliek een reliek van hem bewaard en is ook op de Dam zijn aanwezigheid terug te vinden. Veel luisterplezier! 

Episode 526 von TMNT - Der Talk. Das Hauptthema diesmal ist "TMNT: The Last Ronin II - Re-Evolution" von IDW Comics mit Pascal. Besucht auch die Website unter https://www.tmnttalk.com/ oder schreibt mir an tmnttalk1984@gmail.com.

The hands of the master artist Michelangelo formed a shapeless block of marble into David, perhaps the most famous sculpture in the world. You may feel that your life has no purpose or direction, but if you come to God through faith in Jesus Christ, He'll gradually form you into the image of His beloved Son and make your life into something beautiful in His eyes. Have you entrusted your life into the loving hands of the Master? Listen to Dr. Barnhouse's classic teaching on Dr. Barnhouse and the Bible. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

Stretching my calves is like polishing Michelangelo's DavidPodcast art by Joey Rizk

Contrary to Victorian era illustrations and Michelangelo's chubby cherubs in the Sistine Chapel, angels are always described as glorious and fear-inducing.  Whenever someone sees a vision of an angel in Scripture, the person who sees them is dumbfounded and crippled by fear. In most instances, the angel has to tell the person not to fear and followed by supernatural help to recuperate. Such is the case with Daniel, who receives an interpretation of his vision from an angel. There's far too much to talk about concerning the historical fulfillment of Daniel's vision, but the prophesy moves from near future to the end of days when it is mentioned that the king will do whatever he wants.Daniel 10 - 1:12 . Daniel 11 - 5:12 . Daniel 12 – 15:11 . Isaiah 45 - 18:18 .  :::Christian Standard Bible translation.All music written and produced by John Burgess Ross.Co-produced by Bobby Brown, Katelyn Pridgen, Eric Williamson & the Christian Standard Biblefacebook.com/commuterbibleinstagram.com/commuter_bibletwitter.com/CommuterPodpatreon.com/commuterbibleadmin@commuterbible.org

Episode 525 von TMNT - Der Talk. Das Hauptthema diesmal ist "TMNT Meet The Conservation Corps" von Archie Comics. Besucht auch die Website unter https://www.tmnttalk.com/ oder schreibt mir an tmnttalk1984@gmail.com.

Nella sezione "arte" di oggi Raffaele ci presenta uno scultore italano molto interessante che ormai da un po' fa parlare di se in Italia e all'estero. Di chi stiamo parlando? Accomodatevi e preparate qualcosa da bere, possibilmente di caldo, a Milano è arrivato il freddo! Stiamo per iniziare. Trascrizione interattiva e Vocab Helper Support Easy Italian and get interactive transcripts, live vocabulary and bonus content: easyitalian.fm/membership Note dell'episodio Italian Hand Gestures: What Are They and What do they Mean? - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZuvMhnSs37w Iniziamo con "arte"! Parliamo di Jago, scultore contemporaneo italiano. https://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jago_(scultore) Cosa ha fatto? Tante opere, molto interessanti e che spesso cercano di mettere a fuoco aspetti della vita e della società che purtroppo hanno poco spazio. Molto spesso prende in prestito opere classiche rivedendole in chiave contemporanea. Questo suo particolare approccio ha fatto si che moltio parlino di lui come il "Michelangelo" dei nostri anni, altri invece sono più cauti. Voi cosa ne pensate? Passiamo poi al ritorno di Raffaele in una città che non vede da tanto tanto tempo, ma che ha significato molto. Dove va Raffaele? A Londra! Già siamo molto curiosi di sapere come è andata e cosa ha fatto. Ma non anticipiamo le cose, oggi si parla di quello che sarà, di cosa spera di vedere. E Matteo, cosa pensa di Londra, bei ricordi? Trascrizione Raffaele: [0:23] Buongiorno Matteo! Matteo: [0:26] Buongiorno! Raffaele: [0:27] Da quanto tempo eh? Matteo: [0:29] Da quanti minuti! Raffaele: [0:34] Come al solito trasparenza: questa è una delle puntate che registriamo doppie, l'abbiamo registrata insieme alla puntata precedente, quindi non è che non ci vediamo da una settimana, non ci vediamo da qualche minuto. Il perché lo scoprirete dopo. Per adesso ho scoperto io un'altra cosa, vediamo se Matteo la conosce. Matteo: [1:02] Cosa hai scoperto? ... Support Easy Italian and get interactive transcripts, live vocabulary and bonus content: easyitalian.fm/membership

A oração conjunta entre o rei da Inglaterra e o papa marca um momento histórico de reconciliação: em 23 de outubro de 2025, o Charles III, como chefe da Igreja da Inglaterra, rezou publicamente ao lado do Papa Leão XIV, na Capela Sistina, em ato inédito desde o cisma iniciado por Henrique VIII, em 1534. Sob os afrescos de Michelangelo, na Capela Sistina, o rei da Inglaterra e o papa se reuniram em uma cerimônia ecumênica que simboliza mais de meio milênio de separação religiosa. O encontro incluiu participações dos coros da Igreja Católica Romana e da Igreja da Inglaterra, além da presença do arcebispo anglicano de York, Stephen Cottrell. O tema central da liturgia foi a “proteção da criação”, em consonância com o foco pastoral tanto do papa quanto do rei. Esse episódio marca uma virada diplomática e espiritual: desde o rompimento de Henrique VIII com Roma, nenhum monarca britânico havia rezado publicamente com o papa.

Episode 225 of "TMNT - The Talk" in English. I am talking about "Tales of the TMNT#1" and "TMNT / Godzilla#1" by IDW Comics. Check out the website at https://www.tmnttalk.com/ or send me an e-mail at tmnttalk1984@gmail.com.

Annemieke Bosman in gesprek met Marc de Beyer, directeur van het Teylers Museum in Haarlem. 550 jaar na zijn geboorte brengt Teylers Museum een eerbetoon aan een van de beroemdste kunstenaars uit de geschiedenis. De mannen van Michelangelo is een tentoonstelling over de fascinatie van Michelangelo Buonarroti (1475-1564) voor het mannelijk lichaam. Dat is een internationale primeur: nooit eerder werd een tentoonstelling volledig gewijd aan dit onderwerp. Ruim twintig tekeningen van Michelangelo uit de collectie van Teylers Museum worden aangevuld met unieke bruiklenen van over de hele wereld, waaronder het marmeren beeld Apollo-David. Samen schijnen zij nieuw licht op de glorieuze hoofdrol die het mannenlichaam speelt in Michelangelo's kunst en leven.

Michelangelos Pietà ist weltberühmt. Mit der Skulptur im Petersdom hat der Künstler das Motiv der Maria, die um ihren toten Sohn trauert, völlig neu interpretiert: Michelangelo nimmt die Trauer zurück und besänftigt das Leid durch Schönheit. Nettling, Astrid www.deutschlandfunk.de, Aus Religion und Gesellschaft

Built Not Born Podcast (Episode 179)- Enri Pjetri: Rome Revealed - Gladiators, Emperors & Michelangelo's Secrets ⚔️

Episode 524 von TMNT - Der Talk. Das Hauptthema diesmal sind "Donatello and Leatherhead#2" und "Donatello and Leatherhead#3" von Archie Comics. Besucht auch die Website unter https://www.tmnttalk.com/ oder schreibt mir an tmnttalk1984@gmail.com.

In this episode Justin and Lydie @Channel6chick dive into the Psychology of the TMNT. Our guest is an Author and co-editor of the Pop Culture Psychology book Spider-Man Psychology Untangling Webs. Alex has also written several books on Nerd and Geek culture including The Geek Handbook series, Make a Nerdy Living, 100 Greatest Graphic Novels, and his own Graphic Novel Kill The Freshmen.We are taking an in-depth look at The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles from a Pop Culture Psychology perspective.Join us as we dive deep into the Psyche of the Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello and Raphael.Pizza Time with a Pizza Recipe: Individual Mushroom Pizzas with Arugula.Find Alex on Instagram @Therocketllama and @Rocketllama on all social media platforms.

Was the Italian Renaissance only for men? While history remembers the names of Michelangelo, Leonardo, and the Medici, one woman's story of power, art, and ambition rivals them all. In this episode, we uncover the life of Isabella d'Este, the First Lady of the Renaissance, with acclaimed historical novelist Sarah Dunant. Discover the incredible true story of the woman who ran a state, built a world-class art collection, and navigated a dangerous marriage—all while a secret disease swept through Europe, changing her destiny forever.Join us as celebrated author Sarah Dunant, a fellow of the Royal Society of Literature, discusses her groundbreaking new novel, The Marchesa. Dunant shares how a simple question from her teenage daughter—"Where were the women?"—sparked a two-decade journey to uncover the forgotten stories of Renaissance women. This episode reveals the fascinating life of Isabella d'Este, a political mastermind and fashion icon who was brilliantly educated in humanist culture. From an early age, she was a force to be reckoned with, known for her sharp intellect and unshakeable confidence. Dunant explains how Isabella became a pioneer of female art patronage, commissioning works from the greatest artists of her time and building a collection that was the envy of popes and kings.We dive deep into the thousands of letters preserved in the Mantua archive, which provide an unprecedented look into Isabella's mind. These documents reveal her cunning diplomacy as she ran the city-state of Mantua while her husband was away at war. We also explore her intense rivalry with her notorious sister-in-law, Lucretia Borgia. In a particularly captivating part of the interview, Dunant sheds light on a shocking and little-known aspect of the era: the history of syphilis in Italy. She details how the "French pox" arrived from the New World and secretly ravaged the European aristocracy, revealing a stunning discovery from her research that suggests Isabella knew her husband had the disease and took control of her own fate. Finally, hear about the author's own journey to publish Sarah Dunant The Marchesa, a beautifully illustrated hybrid of history and fiction that she was so passionate about, she decided to publish it herself.About Our Guest:Sarah Dunant is an award-winning British novelist, journalist, and critic. She is a recognized expert on the Italian Renaissance and has written six novels set in the period, all focused on bringing the vibrant and often hidden lives of women to the forefront. Her latest book, The Marchesa, is a culmination of years of deep archival research into the life of the extraordinary Isabella d'Este.Timestamps:(01:12) "Where Were the Women?": Sarah Dunant's Journey to the Renaissance(05:32) Introducing Isabella d'Este: The First Woman of the World(10:08) Uncovering History: Inside the Gonzaga Archive in Mantua(14:18) The First Female Art Patron: Building Isabella's Legendary Collection(20:23) A Rivalry of Style and Power: Isabella d'Este and Lucretia Borgia(24:52) The Past Talks Back: How Fiction Can Challenge Our View of History(31:36) The Secret Disease That Forged a Marriage: The History of Syphilis in the Renaissance(38:15) The Author's Own Battle: The Journey to Self-Publishing The Marchesa(41:21) What's Next for Sarah Dunant?Learn More & Episode Resources:Get your copy of The Marchesa by Sarah DunantLearn more about Sarah Dunant's work

From my opinion on the recently discovered paintings attributed to Caravaggio, to the influence of Hadrian's Villa on Borromini's architecture, to a possible connection between Caravaggio's "Burial of St. Lucy" and the movie "Schindler's List," to why Michelangelo's "David" is more famous than Bernini's, and much, much more - this episode answers the very questions that you ask me about the great art, artists, and history of the Italian Renaissance.

(00:00) Customized Golf Instruction Based on Personality This chapter focuses on the diverse approaches to learning and improving in golf, emphasizing how personalized methods can enhance a player's experience and performance. I share insights into teaching golf in California, highlighting the universal nature of learning the sport, regardless of location. We explore how different personalities, such as analytical thinkers like accountants and engineers, benefit from a structured approach that satisfies their need for logic and problem-solving. Meanwhile, more creative types, such as artists, thrive on feeling and visualization. By tailoring teaching methods to individual learning styles, I aim to help each golfer find the right balance between understanding the mechanics and experiencing the fluidity of the game. (14:50) Improving Golf With Simple Techniques This chapter focuses on simplifying golf techniques for recreational players, emphasizing the importance of understanding the fundamental actions required for effective swings rather than getting bogged down by complex instructions. I illustrate this by recounting experiences with players who learned to approach their swings more intuitively, leading to improved performance. A key highlight is a lesson on bunker shots, where I demonstrate multiple methods for hitting the ball out of the sand, emphasizing the significance of getting the club below the ball to create an explosion of sand that propels the ball upward. This approach shows that understanding the underlying principles can make the game feel more accessible and enjoyable. (25:32) Simplifying Golf Techniques for Success This chapter focuses on simplifying the mental approach to playing golf and emphasizes the importance of balance and comfort in achieving better performance on the course. We explore how overthinking technical aspects can hinder enjoyment and performance, highlighting the experience of a golfer who follows a rigid checklist for different shots. Instead, we stress the value of feeling stable, comfortable, and balanced, encouraging golfers to take practice swings and adjust setups rather than overanalyzing during the swing. We also discuss how slight tweaks in stance or ball position can significantly impact performance, as illustrated by a two-handicap player who improved his swing by simply aligning the ball correctly. Through these insights, we aim to help golfers maintain a simple, effective approach that enhances both enjoyment and skill. (34:51) Immediate Results in Golf Instruction This chapter focuses on the art of communication and adaptability, drawing parallels between painting styles like Michelangelo and Jackson Pollock to highlight the importance of tailoring communication to different individuals. We explore the significance of being a good listener and observer to provide clients with immediate results, especially in contexts like sports coaching, where clients seek quick improvements. I share a story about a golfer with arthritis who believed he was a long-term project but found immediate relief and improvement through simple adjustments in posture and stance. This underscores the importance of not self-diagnosing or assuming problems are unsolvable, emphasizing that while golf and other sports may be easy to understand, achieving a high level of performance requires nuanced, often immediate, solutions. (43:21) Holiday Season Golf Gift Advice This chapter reminds listeners to give Thanksgiving its due recognition before rushing into the Christmas season. We touch on the tradition of post-Halloween candy sales, with some of us stocking up enough sweets to last through Thanksgiving and beyond. As we transition from holiday chatter to golf, we offer crucial advice for holiday shopping for golfers: avoid buying clubs unless specific instructions have been given, and opt for a gift certificate instead, ensuring a perfect fit. We emphasize the simplicity of the game—just swing and aim to improve with each outing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode 523 von TMNT - Der Talk. Das Hauptthema diesmal sind "April O'Neil: The May East Saga#3" und "Donatello and Leatherhead#1" von Archie Comics. Besucht auch die Website unter https://www.tmnttalk.com/ oder schreibt mir an tmnttalk1984@gmail.com.

Welkom bij aflevering 233 van Nerd Culture die volledig in het teken staat van de Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles film uit 1990. Vanwege de Gamekings Guide to Korea trip zullen we de komende drie weken wat uitstapjes maken ten opzichte van de reguliere afleveringen, dus ga er lekker voor zitten en laat je verrassen!Kevin Eastman en Peter Laird zijn de grondleggersIn 1984 ontstonden de Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles uit de geniale en ietwat gestoorde geesten van Kevin Eastman en Peter Laird. Wat begon als een parodie op populaire comics als Daredevil en X-Men, groeide uit tot een wereldwijd fenomeen. Met hun mix van martial arts, mutatie en New Yorkse attitude werden Leonardo, Donatello, Michelangelo en Raphael iconen van de popcultuur, met strips, speelgoed, tekenfilms en later natuurlijk… films.Jim Henson bracht de Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles tot levenDe film uit 1990, geregisseerd door Steve Barron, bracht de Turtles voor het eerst tot leven in live-action, met behulp van baanbrekende kostuums en animatronics van Jim Henson's Creature Shop. Ondanks een beperkt budget en scepsis van Hollywood wist de film een unieke balans te vinden tussen duistere comicbook-serieuze thema's en de humor waar fans van hielden. Het resultaat was een onverwacht megasucces — en tot op de dag van vandaag geldt deze film voor velen als de definitieve Turtles-ervaring.TMNT fanboys kennen geen geneIn deze special laten Koos en Jasper hun innerlijke fanboys volledig de vrije loop. Ze bespreken elke scène in detail, van de epische introductie van Shredder tot de iconische pizza-momenten, en duiken diep in wat de film zo bijzonder maakt. Verwacht nostalgie, inside jokes, nerdy trivia en pure liefde voor vier gemaskerde helden die in de riolen van New York geschiedenis schreven.

Kencan Dengan Tuhan - Sabtu, 8 November 2025Bacaan: "Marilah kita hidup dengan sopan, seperti pada siang hari, jangan dalam pesta pora dan kemabukan, jangan dalam percabulan dan hawa nafsu, jangan dalam perselisihan dan iri hati." (Roma 13:13)Renungan: Para konselor Florence meminta Leonardo da Vinci untuk menyerahkan skets dekorasi ruang pertemuan besar di Florence. Salah seorang konselor juga meminta Michelangelo seorang pelukis muda, untuk menyerahkan gambar juga. Skets Leonardo begitu baik dan sesuai dengan kejeniusannya. Namun ketika para konselor itu melihat skets Michelangelo, mereka begitu antusias. Berita itu sampai ke telinga Leonardo. Leonardo juga mendengar para konselor berkata, "Leonardo mulai tua." Pada akhirnya Leonardo tidak pernah mampu mengatasi rasa iri hatinya karena ketenarannya terancam oleh Micheangelo. Karena rasa iri hati itulah, sisa hidup Leonardo tidak pernah merasa bahagia. Apakah saat ini kita merasa iri hati dengan keberhasilan seseorang? Iri hati hanya akan membuat sukacita kita hilang, hidup menjadi penuh beban berat. Tuhan menciptakan manusia dengan rancangan yang berbeda satu dengan yang lain. Masing-masing pribadi diberi keunikan yang berbeda untuk menambah indahnya dunia ini. Satu dengan yang lain tidak ada yang sama. Oleh karena itu, terimalah diri apa adanya karena masing-masing dari kita berharga di mata Tuhan. Semakin kita menerima diri dan berserah, maka mutiara yang indah akan muncul dari dalam diri kita. Tuhan Yesus memberkati.Doa:Tuhan Yesus, ajarilah aku untuk menjadi diriku sendiri. Jangan biarkan iri hati menguasaiku. Yakinkan aku bahwa aku berharga di mata-Mu, dan Engkau mempunyai rencana yang indah dengan kehadiranku yang berbeda dari orang lain. Amin. (Dod).

Episode 224 of "TMNT - The Talk" in English. I am talking about TMNT#12 by IDW Comics with Pascal. Check out the website at https://www.tmnttalk.com/ or send me an e-mail at tmnttalk1984@gmail.com.

Franco Giletta"Il mistero di Morel e Le Moiturier"Scultori del Regno di Francia nel Marchesato di SaluzzoFusta Editorewww.fustaeditore.itC'è un capolavoro in Italia che dà la sensazione all'osservatore di essere proiettato nella Francia del Gotico internazionale. L'abside in stile Gotico flamboyant della Chiesa di San Giovanni di Saluzzo custodisce un gruppo di straordinarie sculture del Quattrocento, capolavoro attribuito ad Antoine Le Moitu-rier e alla sua cerchia. Chi riuscì a fare giungere nella capitale del Marchesato l'artista nato ad Avignone e tra i massimi esponenti della scultura della Borgogna dell'epoca? Quale simbologia potrebbero celare le piccole sculture?L'autore ci accompagna in un affascinante viaggio artistico che lega la Corte del Regno di Francia, lo Stato della Chiesa di Avignone e del Contado Venassino e la tradizione artistica del Ducato della Borgogna con l'antico Marchesato di Saluzzo, luogo in cui arte italiana e francese, come nella diplomazia, trovarono una sintesi unica e memorabile.Franco Giletta, artista e scrittore, dal 1995 ha ini-ziato un'intensa attività espositiva in Italia e all'estero con la partecipazione a una serie di mostre sulla nuova fi gurazione italiana presso sedi istituzionali in tutto il mondo tra le quali la Royal Society of Portrait Painters di Londra e la 54a Biennale di Venezia. Ha collaborato con la Rai ed è anche autore del podcast Storie dell'Arte. Con Fusta Editore ha pubblicato La tavolozza di Leonardo (2021), L'ombra della torre di Saluzzo (2022) e Dalla Sacra Spina alla Crocifissione di Michelangelo (2024).Diventa un supporter di questo podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/il-posto-delle-parole--1487855/support.IL POSTO DELLE PAROLEascoltare fa pensarehttps://ilpostodelleparole.it/

Alfredo Muccino: Memories & DreamsAlfredo Muccino: Memories & DreamsAlfredo Muccino was born in Bogotá, Colombia, and raised as an Italian. His father's engineering career took the family across the world. His father was a painter, and Muccino would imitate his work. His artistry has been influenced by Picasso, Matisse, and Basquiat, as well as the art and architecture of Rome, where he grew up. As Muccino recalled, “A lot of it also comes from growing up in Rome as a kid, riding my bicycle around, drawing the statues of Bernini and the churches of Michelangelo.”In 2025, Muccino is returning to his roots with a solo exhibition, "MEMORIES & DREAMS," which showcases his meditations on life, mortality, and the death of dreams. At the heart of this series is the idea that dreams can change over time. He hopes to explore the disparity between memory and reality, turning his personal reflection into a shared experience.Follow Alfredo on Instagram at alfredo.muccino and on his website, solidbranding.com Check out the upcoming Morgann Trumbull Projects' exhibitions at morganntrumbull.com #MEMORIESandDREAMS #AlfredoMuccino #ContemporaryArt #SanJoseArt #SoFADistrict #ArtExhibition #CreativeDirector #LiquidAgency #SolidBranding #ReturnToRoots #FineArt #LifeMortalityDreams #InstaArt #SupportArtists

Er vergewaltigt und tötet gleich mehrfach. Benvenuto Cellini (geb. 3.11.1500) wird von den Mächtigen hofiert und posthum als Genie verehrt – auch wegen seiner Brutalität. Von Anja Reinhardt.

 This episode's guests:Tatsiana Thomson, Brome Bird Care.John Barentine, Dark Sky Consulting.Lynne Peeples, Author of the Inner Clock.Bill's News Picks:Spectacular drone show over Vatican recreates Michelangelo's ‘Creation of Adam,' Virgin Mary, Ariel Zilber, New York Post.As more cities get Dark Sky label, these Indigenous communities apply the same tenets, Mark Brodie, KJZZ-FM.The First Dark Sky Map of Thailand: International Comparisons and Factors Affecting the Rate of Change, PrePrints.org.Our night skies are worth fighting for: petition for national action, Mandy Ellis, Western Plains App. Why Sleep Tourism Is The Trend We've Been Dreaming About, Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes. Send Feedback Text to the Show!Support the showA hearty thank you to all of our paid supporters out there. You make this show possible. For only the cost of one coffee each month you can help us to continue to grow. That's $3 a month. If you like what we're doing, if you think this adds value in any way, why not say thank you by becoming a supporter! Why Support Light Pollution News? Receive quarterly invite to join as live audience member for recordings with special Q&A session post recording with guests. Receive all of the news for that month via a special Supporter monthly mailer. Satisfaction that your support helps further critical discourse on this topic. About Light Pollution News: The path to sustainable starry night solutions begin with being a more informed you. Light Pollution, once thought to be solely detrimental to astronomers, has proven to be an impactful issue across many disciplines of society including ecology, crime, technology, health, and much more! But not all is lost! There are simple solutions that provide for big impacts. Each month, Bill McGeeney, is joined by upwards of three guests to help you grow your awareness and understanding of both the challenges and the road to recovering our disappearing nighttime ecosystem.

Episode 522 von TMNT - Der Talk. Das Hauptthema diesmal sind "April O'Neil: The May East Saga#1" und "April O'Neil: The May East Saga#2" von Archie Comics. Besucht auch die Website unter https://www.tmnttalk.com/ oder schreibt mir an tmnttalk1984@gmail.com.

Guest: Lori G. MeltonJourney with a Giant: Choose Your Guide, Pursue Your Purpose, and Grow in Your Walk with GodAuthor Lori G. Melton invites you to take the next step in your spiritual formation and embark on a year-long journey alongside a “giant” of faith, inspired by the author's year of studying the life of Mister Fred Rogers, America's favorite neighbor.So many of us want to go deeper in our faith. We long for a clearer sense of God's calling in our lives, but knowing where to start can be more than half the battle. What if we could learn from a trusted guide who's already walked the path? If you're in leadership, what would you give to shadow someone like Queen Elizabeth II? Or if you're an artist, what would you give to spend a year with Madeleine L'Engle or Michelangelo? What if you're longing for courage and you could take notes from George Washington or Harriet Tubman? How might God shape you through the example of faithful believers and strengthen you to become who He created you to be? Journey with a Giant introduces the transformative practice of walking with a spiritual giant. Based on the “cloud of witnesses” described in Hebrews 12 and illustrated through the author's experience walking with Mister Fred Rogers—America's favorite neighbor—spiritual director Lori Melton guides readers on a one-year adventure that offers a unique approach to spiritual formation.This structured yet flexible guide includes: • weekly reflections• testimonials from fellow pilgrims• monthly instructions and tasks• prompts for recording your focus, goals, resources, and insights• guided prayer to end each month• reflection questions• journaling spaceWhether you choose to learn from Mister Rogers or select your own spiritual mentor, this journey will help you cultivate a closer relationship with God, uncover new insights about yourself, and take meaningful steps toward pursuing God's unique calling for you.Get the Book: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/764110/journey-with-a-giant-by-lori-g-melton/About the AuthorLori G. Melton is an author, spiritual director, retreat leader, and a member of Hope*Writers. She and her husband, Bryan, are the creators of the Sanctuary Stirrings Podcast and the founders and directors of The Sanctuary at Bear Creek Retreat Center, which serves hundreds of people a year. When she's not writing, speaking, or welcoming guests, she enjoys spending time with her six children and three grandchildren. She and her husband live in Allegan, Michigan.Thank you for joining us here this week in the neighborhood.Theme Music featured on this podcast is “Won't You Be My Neighbor” performed by Rick Lee JamesAlso a special thanks to the @MisterRogersSay Community on Twitter and Instagram.Your host is Rick Lee James.Rick's Twitter account is @RickLeeJames and his web site is RickLeeJames.com.Podcasts From Rick Lee James & Voices In My Head ProductionsThis Podcast Is Hosted by Rick Lee JamesMister Rogers Quotes on Twitter: @MisterRogersSayRick Lee James on Twitter: @RickLeeJamesRick Lee James Web Site: www.RickLeeJames.com----more----Voices In My Head Productions does not profit from this program. This show is completely a labor of love out of the respect that the host has for the life of Fred Rogers. We do not own images or sound clips of Fred Rogers used on this show. While this is not a legally binding Mea Culpa, we would appreciate you not suing us. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Waldy and Bendy go head to head to find the most horrifying artwork for Halloween. They also discuss King Charles III praying with the Pope under Michelangelo's Last Judgement, and celebrate the dodgy anniversary of 1666.   Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/g_miLAM85uM  See the show notes: https://zczfilms.com/podcasts/waldy-bendy/season-5-episode-7-doom-death-and-fires/ 

The indescribable experience of seeing Michelangelo's David in person draws Lisa and Trudy into a conversation about the value of rejoicing in life and celebrating ourselves exactly as we are. Read our blog: CroneCast.caShare your questions and comments at cronecast.ca/contact.  We want to hear from you about all things crone.(01:01) - Seeing the David (11:01) - Change the narrative (17:40) - Stop comparing yourself (24:30) - Maiden, Mother, Crone (31:18) - Practicing gratitude --Credits-- Hosted by Trudy Callaghan and Lisa Austin Produced by Odvod MediaAudio Engineering by Steve GlenOriginal music by Darrin Hagen

It's Pumpkin carving season, and the Big Rich, TD & Fletch crew are getting competitive! The guys reveal the official rules of their annual carving contest --- and why TD has been banned from participating (hint: he's basically Michelangelo with a melon.) In true TD fashion, he brings in a professional pumpkin carver to give expert tips on how to make your jack-o-lantern pop. Meanwhile, Rich shares his "pro tip" on how to be a good winner --- which might make him the worst one. It's sharp knives, sharper jokes, and plenty of pumpkin-spiced chaos.

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Send us a textA virtual geocache pointed us toward one of America's most delightfully odd treasures: Barney Smith's Toilet Seat Museum. What started in a San Antonio garage now lives inside a soaring, neon-kissed shrine at The Colony's Truck Yard, where porcelain “columns,” floor-to-ceiling seats, and a playful ceiling homage to Michelangelo turn folk art into a full-sensory experience. We swap FOMO for wonder as we tell the story of a hospital-door detour that became a permanent exhibit piece, the final geocacher pack-out before the move, and the ongoing hunt for seat #1341—still tucked away somewhere, if our banana-box notes are right.The Truck Yard itself is a vibe: backyard party energy, rotating food trucks, live music, and the Beard Science Sour House pouring high-character drafts and cocktails served in IV bags. Step out of the museum and into a private tiki-adjacent karaoke room, where we belt Elvis under a parade of taxidermy squirrels. Then expand the map. In nearby McKinney, Tupps Brewing mixes rustic mill charm with patio fires, Martin House pours Texas-strong favorites, and Arcade 92 resurrects joystick nostalgia for one flat entry fee. It's a perfect loop for geocachers and Munzee players who value the chase as much as the destination.We also dig into why location-based games keep delivering: they nudge us off the highway and into the places locals love, where stories linger longer than any log entry. If The Colony is on your route, go see the museum, scan the hidden caches and Adventure Lab, sip a sour, and sing one song you didn't plan on. And if you spot that elusive 1341 plate, send us a photo—we'll cheer from anywhere. Enjoyed the journey? Follow, share with a friend who loves roadside Americana, and leave a quick review so more curious travelers can find their next stop.Josh VideoSupport the showFacebookInstagramYoutube

It's Tuesday, October 28th, A.D. 2025. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Kevin Swanson South African government regulating churches Earlier this month, the South African government agency, known as the Cultural, Religious and Linguistic Rights Commission, launched a committee to regulate churches in the country. The new committee will most likely make determinations as to “what qualifies as a religion,” who may be recognized as a religious leader, and where churches may worship. The concern is also that this governmental power would force churches to come under State-approved umbrella bodies. The nation's churches have scheduled a march to the Parliament building in Cape Town, the capital of South Africa, on November 13th. South Africa rejects self-defense as reason to own a gun The South African Parliament is also considering additional restrictions on firearms to remove “self-defense” as a valid reason to own a gun. This would remove meaningful protection for families, farms, and churches from violent criminals, in one of the most violent nations on Earth. The Communists and the left-leaning African National Congress have 51% control of the South African parliament. Turmoil in Chinese Communist Party The Chinese Communist government is still in turmoil. At this moment, 38 of the 205 members of the central committee failed to appear for the big Plenum session last week. Of the 33 generals on the Committee, 22 were missing. Trump to meet with Chinese president Xi Jinping on Asian tour President Donald Trump met with Japan's newly elected Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi yesterday. This week, he will move on to high level meetings in South Korea and China, with Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday.  The White House announced that President Trump has signed historic peace deals with Cambodia and Thailand, trade deals with Malaysia, Cambodia, Thailand and Vietnam, and minerals deals with Malaysia and Thailand. Javier Milei's mid-term election triumph in Argentina The results for Argentina's mid-term elections are in.  And Javier Milei's Libertarian Party crushed it, reports Reuters. Now, Milei's party has 41% control of the legislature which is up from 26% in 2023. The left wing party dropped off from 44% to 32% which is an 11% decline. Milei's agenda will have stronger legislative backing for more reforms in tax reduction and deregulation of business for the country. Bolivia rejects socialism And, by God's sovereign order of things, Bolivia has a new president as of last week, reports CBS News. Rodrigo Paz is more centrist — a change after 20 years of socialism in this mountainous country of South America. Not surprisingly, socialist countries like Venezuela and Bolivia are the poorest countries in all of South America. King Charles III glorified sodomy King Charles III of England glorified homosexuality yesterday by placing flowers at a newly constructed memorial to homosexuals serving in the nation's military, reports The Times. Prince Charles's mentor and uncle, Lord Louis Mountbatten, served as Britain's Chief of Defense in the 1960s, and was reported in 2019 as “a homosexual with a perversion for young boys.” King Charles III joined Pope Leo XIV for worship King Charles III made other news headlines last week, when he participated in a public worship service with the Roman Catholic Pope Leo XIV.   This was the first time a reigning British monarch joined the Pope for such events since the Reformation. King Charles and his wife, Camilla, sat on golden thrones under Michelangelo's "Last Judgment" fresco in the Sistine Chapel for the ecumenical service.  Joel 3 reminds us of God's judgement.   “Let the nations be wakened, and come up to the Valley of Jehoshaphat; For there I will sit to judge all the surrounding nations. Put in the sickle, for the harvest is ripe. Come, go down; for the winepress is full, the vats overflow — for their wickedness is great.” Putin celebrates successful test of missile Russian President Vladimir Putin celebrated a successful test for the Burevestnik missile over the weekend, reports CBS News. Putin announced that the armament was ready for deployment, after it completed a 10,000-mile flight. Plus, according to the Russian military, the missile “successfully performed all designated vertical and horizontal maneuvers, demonstrating its strong ability to evade anti-missile and air defense systems.” Hurricane Melissa: Biggest one to hit Caribbean Category 5 Hurricane Melissa is barreling down on Jamaica. It's the strongest hurricane to hit the Caribbean nation in recorded history.  America's most lethal aircraft carrier off Venezuelan coast Meanwhile, the U.S. Military is sending its most lethal aircraft carrier from European waters into the Caribbean for the ongoing drug war, now heating up somewhere off the shores of Venezuela, reports TheHill.com. The main target for the flurry of activity appears to be Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, whom the Trump administration has called an “illegitimate leader.” Appearing on CBS's Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan, Republican Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina was asked about possible land strikes in Venezuela. BRENNAN: “Are land strikes planned?” GRAHAM: “Yeah, I think that's a real possibility. I think President Trump's made a decision that [Venezuelan President Nicolás] Maduro, the leader of Venezuela, is an indicted drug trafficker, that it's time for him to go. Venezuela and Colombia have been safe havens for ‘narco terrorists' for too long.” Oil likely will cost less in 2026 America's oil wells are pumping it out.   Chevron CEO Mike Wirth told Fox Business host Maria Bartiroma, that gas prices in 2026 may very well be lower than they were this year. BARTIROMA: “Can you give us a sense of what you would expect for 2026?” WIRTH: “Yeah, I think we see supply growing, particularly from the OPEC-supplying countries, and demand growing steadily. But as this supply comes back, it's weighing on commodity markets. So, we're prepared for prices in ‘26 to be lower than they were in ‘25.” Christian pastors arrested for child p*rn And finally, assorted national news stories report that Christian pastors and leaders have been recently arrested for possession of extreme evil forms of pornography involving children.   Singer and worship leader Jon Paul Sheptock, of First Montgomery Baptist Church, is under arrest, reports the Baptist Press.  The Idaho Statesman reports that the senior pastor at Sovereign Grace Fellowship in Nampa, Idaho was arrested for handling images of a “horrific” nature. Another Baptist youth pastor from Greenville, South Carolina was just sentenced to twenty years for a similar offense. A pastor of the House of Prayer Christian Church in Georgia has been indicted by a federal court for similar offenses. And another former youth pastor at the Southcoast church in Goleta, California has been arrested on related charges. Jeremiah speaks of religious scandals in the churches. The prophet wrote, “My heart within me is broken because of the prophets. . . For the land is full of adulterers; For because of a curse the land mourns. The pleasant places of the wilderness are dried up. Their course of life is evil, and their might is not right. “For both prophet and priest are profane; Yes, in My house I have found their wickedness,” says the Lord. I will bring disaster on them, the year of their punishment.” (Jeremiah 23:9-12) Close And that's The Worldview on this Tuesday, October 28th, in the year of our Lord 2025. Follow us on X or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

Episode 521 von TMNT - Der Talk. Das Hauptthema diesmal sind "April O'Neil#2" und "April O'Neil#3" von Archie Comics. Besucht auch die Website unter https://www.tmnttalk.com/ oder schreibt mir an tmnttalk1984@gmail.com.

Episode 223 of "TMNT - The Talk" in English. I am talking about "MMPR / TMNT III#1" and "MMPR / TMNT III#2" by BOOM! Studios. Check out the website at https://www.tmnttalk.com/ or send me an e-mail at tmnttalk1984@gmail.com.

In the early days of TMNT comics, the creators published four separate one-issue "micro-series" for each of the four turtles. Basically one-shot stories for each one. We reviewed the Raphael one-shot a bit earlier in this season. This episode we take a look at the stories for Donatello, Michelangelo and Leonardo. In general we liked these just a bit more than the "regular" issues the creators were doing at the same time. These one-shots are simple and uncluttered and really fun. For Loose Screws, Kevin talks Peacemaker season 2 and what it's like to be out of sync with the opinions presented on social media. Will talks about the video game Baby Steps.

This week Chris M. Is too small for Destination Extra Large, Craig gets mistaken for a valet, and we recap the events of the Michelangelo wedding weekend extravaganza. Whole 9 Hotline: 978-315-0332Twitter/Instagram/TikTok: @TW9YpodPesto's Instagram: ayo_its_pestoJenna's Cookie Instagram: jsprinks_Cookies

A coffee chat with mindfulness teacher, Remington Cooney, turned truth serum. We unpack why we cling to familiar pain, how to shed the protector self without self-attack, and what it means to make friends with the void so clarity can drop into the body. Expect Human Design insights for Projectors, loving-kindness as a real regulation tool, a temple visit to Guan Yin on Waterloo Street, and Dan's meltdown story as a lesson in body intelligence. Tender. Practical. Liberating.What we get into:•Familiar pain vs uncertain freedom, and why the nervous system clings to what it knows•The protector self and the protected self, and a kinder path to shedding•The spiritual waiting room, learning to love the void, letting the body decide•Shame as a closed bud that blossoms with witnessing and compassion•Loving-kindness you can practice in two minutes to re-center•Human Design notes for Projectors•Retreats as containers for integration, not escape•Guan Yin, Waterloo Street, and the message you are loved no matter what•Dan's meltdown in New York as a masterclass in body intelligence•Michelangelo's David as a 2025 metaphor: remove what is not youListen with a notebook. Share with the friend who is standing at their doorway.Connect with Remington Cooney at https://www.daoofnow.com/ + https://www.instagram.com/dao_of_nowIf this helped, rate the show, follow @litolabs, and send this to someone who needs courage today.-------Come say hi!

Episode 520 von TMNT - Der Talk. Das Hauptthema diesmal sind "TMNT Adventures#45" und "April O'Neil#1" von Archie Comics. Besucht auch die Website unter https://www.tmnttalk.com/ oder schreibt mir an tmnttalk1984@gmail.com.

After three (very full!) weeks of Shakespeare, we reluctantly leave England for Italy—and step into the vivid world of Renaissance art. Ted Gioia's Immersive Humanities List serves up a refreshing change of scene with Giorgio Vasari's Lives of the Artists and Benvenuto Cellini's Autobiography.Both were brand-new to me, and both were a delight. Vasari, himself an accomplished painter and architect, profiles the greats—Giotto, Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael, and Michelangelo—not as remote geniuses but as human beings: witty, flawed, brilliant, and endlessly ambitious. His writing reminded me of Suetonius' Lives of the Caesars—a chronicle of greatness, but with warmth instead of gossip. Vasari captures not just the artists but the culture that shaped them: a world where beauty was power, art was currency, and patrons competed to prove their taste and influence.Each artist glows in Vasari's telling. Giotto, kind and devoted to the Church; Botticelli, charming and hopeless with money; Leonardo, the restless perfectionist who could give a lizard wings; Raphael, the graceful imitator who died too young; Michelangelo, the divine genius who could never quite trust the world that adored him. Reading Lives left me wondering how Florence could possibly have produced so many masters at once—and wishing we could live, just for a moment, in a world that valued art that deeply.Then came Benvenuto Cellini, the goldsmith, sculptor, and self-styled rogue whose Autobiography reads like an adventure novel. He's talented, impulsive, funny, and so honest that you can't help but like him. Cellini's stories—his fiery temper, his father's musical ambitions, his devotion to Michelangelo—make the Renaissance feel wonderfully alive.This week's title, “True Colors,” fits perfectly. Vasari and Cellini reveal the true colors of art and ambition—divine inspiration, human pride, and all the messy brilliance in between.This is a year-long challenge! Join me next week for Cervantes and Molière.LINKTed Gioia/The Honest Broker's 12-Month Immersive Humanities Course (paywalled!)My Amazon Book List (NOT an affiliate link)All the video links are available in this Substack PostCONNECTThe complete list of Crack the Book Episodes: https://cheryldrury.substack.com/p/crack-the-book-start-here?r=u3t2rTo read more of my writing, visit my Substack - https://www.cheryldrury.substack.com.Follow me on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/cldrury/ LISTENSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5GpySInw1e8IqNQvXow7Lv?si=9ebd5508daa245bdApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/crack-the-book/id1749793321 Captivate -

In this episode, I explore the beautiful truth that growth doesn't come from running faster or pushing harder—it comes from planting yourself in good soil. Through powerful stories of the aspen grove, George Müller's faith, and Michelangelo's masterpiece, you'll learn how to:

Welcome to a very special episode and wisdom mini-series. This four-part series originates from an archive of rare 2004 recordings of wisdom conversations with my mentor, John Wells Jr.  In the truest sense this batch of wisdom has been two decades in the making. Sadly, John passed away in early February 2005, after battling cancer. Those conversations and recordings served as a pre-cursor, perhaps even a prequel to this podcast which launched 15 years later in 2019. The Art of Visualization In Part Two of our our mini-series, John tells one of his favorite stories. It's the story of the world's most famous sculptor, Michelangelo, working to craft the statue of David. This story is a wisdom lesson illustrating the incredible power of belief guided by the art of visualization. When John shared this story with me, it inspired me to take my marketing consulting firm, once a dream, to a greater level of reality. He challenged me to envision the greatest form my business and my life could attain. What might John's rousing story inspire in you today? More About Our Wise Guest - John Wells, Jr. John was one of the most effective and influential mentors in my lifetime. He taught, led and influenced me, opening my eyes and expanding my thinking on those things that truly matter. I was deeply blessed to know him. John was a dedicated retail veteran and community leader who co-founded Wells Home Furnishings after many years working at R.H. Kyle Furniture Co. Known for his entrepreneurial spirit, he led his business to award-winning success and earned induction into the National Wholesale Furniture Association Hall of Fame. Beyond his career, Wells was deeply involved in civic and youth service organizations in Charleston, including the Boys Scouts, YMCA and United Way, among others, reflecting his commitment to community betterment. His leadership extended to serving as past president of the National Wholesale Furniture Association, where he influenced industry standards and fostered professional growth. Locally, John was known as an effective, tireless leader and chairperson of several charity fundraising drives. In 2000, John was honored with the prestigious Ernst Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award. Though he never sought the spotlight, one day the President of the United States, George W. Bush, stood in Charleston and honored John Wells for his service. His legacy is marked by his dedication to his family, his profession and his community, leaving a lasting impact on everyone who knew him. Resources YMCA Spirit of the Valley Tribute Video to John Wells, Jr. (2005) Wells Home Furnishings website Credits Special thanks to Motion Masters, Inc. - Diana Sole Walko, CEO/President - for generously supporting and capturing video and audio from these 2004 sessions. Editor + Technical Advisor Bob Hotchkiss Brand + Strategy Advisor Andy Malinoski PR + Partnerships Advisor Rachel Bell Marketing, Social Media and Graphic Design Chloe Lineberg   Stay Connected with Us on Social YouTube @themainthingpod Twitter @themainthingpod Instagram @themainthingpod Facebook  @TheMainThingPod LinkedIn TikTok @TheMainThingPod Help Support and Sustain This Podcast Become a subscriber. Share the podcast with one or two friends. Follow us on social media @TheMainThingPod Buy some Main Thing Merch from our Merchandise Store. Buy a book from our curated wisdom collection on bookshop.org. Become a patron and support us on Patreon with funding. Episode Keywords Wisdom, Art, Sculpture, Podcast, Michelangelo, John Wells Jr., Mentor, Visualization, Potential, Resilience, Vision, Leadership, Service, Courage, Insights, Family, Cancer

A resilient mindset is forged in life's toughest moments, and Tim Storey knows this all too well. Despite growing up in poverty and losing his father and sister at a young age, he refused to remain stuck in pain and limitation. With guidance from mentors and the power of self-motivation, he rose above hardship and has become a renowned speaker and life coach, transforming the lives of both celebrities and everyday people. In this episode, Tim shares how to develop a miracle mentality, turn setbacks into extraordinary comebacks, and build the right mindset and habits for growth. In this episode, Hala and Tim will discuss: (00:00) Introduction (02:52) Overcoming Life Interruptions at a Young Age (10:20) The Miracle Mentality Framework (20:44) Exploring Good Ideas vs. God Ideas (31:22) The Psychology of Audience Connection (39:14) Miracle or Mess: Evaluating Life Decisions (44:13) The Law of the Harvest: Building a Mindset of Positivity (50:56) How to Transform Setbacks into Comebacks (58:50) AI Insights and Success Lessons for Entrepreneurs Tim Storey is a culture-influencing thought leader, life strategist, author, speaker, and counselor. He has been labeled the “Original Comeback Coach” for coaching high-profile individuals in seasons of recovery and discovery. Having spoken in over 80 countries globally, Tim inspires people of all backgrounds with his Miracle Mentality philosophy, encouraging self-improvement, mindset shifts, and personal transformation. Sponsored By: Airbnb - Find yourself a cohost at airbnb.com/host  Indeed - Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job's visibility at Indeed.com/PROFITING  Shopify - Start your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/profiting.  Mercury - Streamline your banking and finances in one place. Learn more at mercury.com/profiting  Open Phone - Get 20% off your first 6 months at OpenPhone.com/profiting.  DeleteMe - Remove your personal data online. Get 20% off DeleteMe consumer plans at to joindeleteme.com/profiting  SKIMS - Shop SKIMS Fits Everybody collection at SKIMS.com  Policy Genius - Secure your family's future with Policygenius. Head to policygenius.com/profiting  Masterclass - Get an additional 15% off any annual membership at https://masterclass.com/profiting  BitDefender - Save 30% on your subscription at bitdefender.com/profiting  Resources Mentioned: YAP E95 with Tim Storey: youngandprofiting.co/MiracleMindset  Tim's Podcast: bit.ly/MMWTS-apple  Tim's Instagram: instagram.com/timstoreyofficial Tim's Facebook: facebook.com/TimStoreyOfficial  Tim's Website: timstorey.com   Atomic Habits by James Clear: bit.ly/A_Habits  The Life of Michelangelo by Ascanio Condivi: bit.ly/LifeMichelangelo  Active Deals - youngandprofiting.com/deals  Key YAP Links Reviews - ratethispodcast.com/yap YouTube - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/ Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/ Social + Podcast Services: yapmedia.com Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new  Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurship Podcast, Business, Business Podcast, Self Improvement, Self-Improvement, Personal Development, Starting a Business, Strategy, Investing, Sales, Selling, Psychology, Productivity, Entrepreneurs, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Technology, Marketing, Negotiation, Money, Finance, Side Hustle, Startup, Mental Health, Career, Leadership, Mindset, Health, Growth Mindset, Human Nature, Human Psychology, Critical Thinking, Robert Greene, Chris Voss, Robert Cialdini

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