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Hosted by Chris Beckett & Shane Ludtke, two amateur astronomers in Saskatchewan who enjoy teaching astronomy classes and showing the public views through their telescopes. actualastronomy@gmail.com   Top ten techniques for buying used telescope gear on Episode 552 of the Actual Astronomy podcast. I'm Chris and joining me is Shane. We are amateur astronomers who love looking up at the night sky and this podcast is for everyone who enjoys going out under the stars.   New vs. used: Baked in discount Cheaper way to try different things Less cost to buy try sell than new and get hit by depreciation Great out of production gear   Top 10 Ways to Choose Used Telescope Equipment: Dedicated Astronomy Classifieds: Buy through enthusiast platforms like  Cloudy Nights or AstroBuySell or online Japan Auction Sites rather than general marketplaces although I've had good luck on eBay too. Astronomy forums feature seller rating systems, community feedback, and knowledgeable owners who generally take better care of their optics. Inspect Glass and Mirrors for Mold or Coating Loss: A little dust on optics is normal, but avoid equipment with scratches, flaking coatings, or fungus/mold. Mold grows in damp storage conditions and permanently eats away at optical coatings. Test Mechanical Operations In Person: Arrange local pickup whenever possible to test the gear. Rack the focuser through its full range to ensure smooth motion, verify that mount lock knobs tighten properly, and check for wobbles or stripped threads. Verify GoTo Electronics and Tracking Motors: For computerized or tracking mounts, power on the unit to test motor slewing, controller screens, and firmware updates. Check battery compartments for acid corrosion, which frequently ruins neglected electronics. Compare Against Retail Pricing: Cross-reference the original retail listing to check the standard asking price (fair used prices generally hover around 60–75% of current retail) and confirm that missing essentials like counterweights, hand controllers, or finder scopes are accounted for in the deal. Ask for Close-Up Photos and "Pencil" Tests: If buying remotely, request high-resolution, unedited photographs of optics from multiple angles. Asking the seller to place a specific object (like a handwritten note) next to the gear helps verify that they actually possess the equipment. Inquire About Storage and Service History: Ask where the equipment was stored. Mounts kept in unconditioned sheds or outdoor garages are prone to rusted gears, degraded grease, and moisture damage. High-end mounts may also have a documented service history. Watch Out for DIY Modifications: Amateur astronomers frequently alter equipment. Ensure any past modifications—such as custom focuser upgrades, flocking, or drilled mounting plates—were executed professionally and won't hinder performance or future resale value. Evaluate Mount Payload Capacity Realistically: Don't evaluate a telescope tube in isolation; ensure the bundled or intended mount can handle the weight. For astrophotography, plan for a payload weight that is no more than half of the mount's advertised maximum capacity. Use Secure Payment Methods with Buyer Protection: When paying online or via long-distance shipping, always use payment channels that offer buyer protection (such as standard PayPal Purchase options rather than "Friends & Family") to safeguard against scams or damaged goods. Ensure the item is well protected with proper packaging. Purchase shipping insurance when acquiring expensive gear.   We've added a new way to donate to 365 Days of Astronomy to support editing, hosting, and production costs.  Just visit: https://www.patreon.com/365DaysOfAstronomy and donate as much as you can! Share the podcast with your friends and send the Patreon link to them too!  Every bit helps! Thank you! ------------------------------------ Do go visit http://www.redbubble.com/people/CosmoQuestX/shop for cool Astronomy Cast and CosmoQuest t-shirts, coffee mugs and other awesomeness! http://cosmoquest.org/Donate This show is made possible through your donations.  Thank you! (Haven't donated? It's not too late! Just click!) ------------------------------------ The 365 Days of Astronomy Podcast is produced by the Planetary Science Institute. http://www.psi.edu Visit us on the web at 365DaysOfAstronomy.org or email us at info@365DaysOfAstronomy.org.

Stuart MacDonald joins The Magic Guys! A Penn & Teller: Fool Us winner, international magic champion and TEDx speaker, Stuart combines world-class magic with a fascinating approach to creativity and problem-solving. We dive into his award-winning performances, unique characters, creative process, and the thinking behind making truly unforgettable magic. https://stuartmacdonaldmagic.com/ https://a.co/d/0b2h88rn (Stuart's book!) https://www.youtube.com/@StuartMacDonaldMagician https://www.linkedin.com/in/stuartmacdonaldmagic/ Support the show and grab some Merch! Leave a voicemail for The Magic Guys Join The Magic Guys Discord!!! Email Us - themagicguysshow@gmail.com The Podcast where Professional Magicians, Josh Norbido, Doug Conn & Nick Kay take on the important questions of life (Mainly from our youtube subscribers) and deliver answers from a Magicians point of view. Come hang out with us while we chat about our lives as Magicians and the ups and downs that go with it.     

In Sydney's Downing Centre District Court, marketing executive Alexander Csergo has been sentenced to three and a half years in prison for reckless foreign interference. The case represents Australia's first formal sentencing under the sweeping foreign interference legislation enacted in 2018. What began as innocuous professional inquiries on LinkedIn blossomed into clandestine meetings across Shanghai tea shops with handlers known simply as Ken and Evelyn. Csergo compiled open-source dossiers and pocketed cash in envelopes, eventually returning home with a target list aimed at Australia's political and defense establishment, including details on the AUKUS security pact. His downfall illustrates the quiet, bureaucratic banality of modern tradecraft, where ordinary consultants are gradually drawn across the threshold into international espionage.

Surprise! When a tagline reads, "Japan is the land of giant monsters and tiny poems" you have to learn more. So Chad is here to tell us! He is the author of KAIJU HAIKU and the founder of Jobber House Press. We welcome him to Camp and thank you all for listening. We have a wonderful conversation on everything from kaiju to pro wrestling to The Twilight Zone. What a surprise indeed! We'll see you next time for Son of Kong (1933) with King Kong scholar and author, Ray Morton.Please follow for more on patreon.com/campkaiju, leave a rating and review, follow on Instagram, send an email at campkaiju@gmail.com, or leave a voicemail at ⁠⁠⁠(612) 470-2612⁠⁠⁠.TRAILERS: Godzilla on Monster Island (1972); Godzilla vs Megalon (1973); King Kong vs. Godzilla (1962); Godzilla vs. the Sea Monster (1966); Godzilla vs. The Bionic Monster (1974); The Twilight Zone Season 1 Intro (1959)SHOUT OUTS & SPONSORSPlays by Vincent S. HannamJobber House Press full catalogKaiju Haiku for saleCatzen Coffee - tell 'em you heard it on Camp Kaiju!Camp Kaiju: Monster Movie Podcast. Kaiju Haiku: A Haiku Comics Zine by Chad Boykin. Hosted by Vincent Hannam © 2026 Vincent S. Hannam, All Rights Reserved.KAIJU HAIKU OVERVIEWJapan is the land of giant monsters and tiny poems. Kaiju Haiku fuses these two cultural forces into one stunning full-color explosion!Remember the awe of discovering giant monster movies as a child? Imagine recapturing that magic. Experience the wonder one more time through stunning haiku set to surreal abstract comic book art.Each poem is a small exploration of kaiju cinema. A burst of nostalgia. A pop of insight. Lurking below the surface, they are also an invitation to slow down, to look twice. Mirrors disguised as windows. What will you see looking back at you?Then, like a burst of the fireball from outer space the vivid kaleidoscopic comic art of Jason McBride explodes onto each page – transporting you to parts unknown.Kaiju Haiku is an art museum that fits into your pocket. A traveling companion. Reach for it anytime the ordinary becomes a little too ordinary. The giant monsters are waiting.

Google has updated their gemini model to 3.8 - it's pretty flash! PUN INTENDED. I know you guys only come here for the AI generated shownotes so this is brought to you by 3.8 Flash (Extended) which I got for free on a google program for students. Hit me up if you want to know how to cash it in - it's pretty sweet. You too could be making shownotes for several Jacks. Episode SummaryIn Episode 171 of The Two Jacks, hosts Jack the Insider and Hong Kong Jack unpack a consequential week in Australian federal and state politics, international developments, and sporting turmoil. The show begins with an in-depth post-mortem of the Secret Harbour by-election in Western Australia, where One Nation secured a shock victory amid massive double-digit swings against both Labor and the Liberal Party. The Jacks dissect focus group findings illustrating the visceral disconnect between ordinary Australians and the major-party political class, alongside the cringe-inducing social media gimmicks employed by politicians who talk down to the public. The discussion turns to diplomatic missteps, including Australia's pre-COP attendance troubles in the Pacific and the limitations of using a new PNG NRL franchise as a soft-diplomacy counterweight to foreign influence. In New South Wales, the hosts examine Premier Chris Minns's second-guessing of police crowd control at the Sydney Opera House protests and push back against a controversial parliamentary inquiry into historical cold cases that threatens to air unsubstantiated allegations against Ivan Milat under parliamentary privilege. The episode also tackles the economic catastrophe of Australia's runaway tobacco excise, which has created a thriving organised crime black market, before debating listener feedback on teenage alcohol consumption at private school functions and overzealous RSA crackdowns. On the world stage, the Jacks cover Spain's escalating border crisis in Ceuta and Melilla, undercover foreign-funding scandals surrounding Nigel Farage's Reform UK, European Union proposals to pool private savings, and the technique of "flooding the zone" in US politics. The show concludes with analysis of North Melbourne parting ways with Alastair Clarkson, an update on the AFL and NRL finals races, reflections on crowd declines in Test cricket, and a heartfelt tribute to the life and legacy of Indigenous boxing great Tony Mundine. Timestamped Highlights00:00:25 — Welcome & Hong Kong Weather Check: Seasonal transitions, humidity, and the noisy return of school terms. 00:01:25 — Secret Harbour By-Election Shock: One Nation candidate Luke Kurtigan sweeps to victory amid severe swings against both major parties in Western Australia. 00:07:35 — "They're Not Us": Focus group revelations, the collapse of major party credibility, and local council bin collection frustrations. 00:11:39 — Crossbench Reality: One Nation's mixed messaging on immigration, David Farley's uneasy party ties, and the structural irrelevance of a single upper-house seat. 00:15:43 — Social Media Condescension: Politicians explaining policy with Ooshies, car-seat videos, and the scourge of political "theatre kids" as media advisors. 00:20:01 — Pacific Diplomacy & Soft Power: Weak interest in Chris Bowen's pre-COP talks and whether a PNG NRL franchise can counter regional diplomatic shifts. 00:23:47 — Sydney Opera House Protests: Premier Chris Minns's retrospective criticism of police management versus the practical realities of crowd control. 00:28:42 — Cold Case Inquiries & Parliamentary Privilege: Jeremy Buckingham's push to investigate missing persons and the debunked theories linking Ivan Milat to the Wanda Beach murders. 00:32:45 — Illicit Tobacco & Failed Public Policy: How unchecked excise tax escalation since Nicola Roxon fueled a lucrative black market and organised crime. 00:37:13 — Teenage Drinking & Southern Highlands "Prohibition": School function alcohol debates, parental attitudes, and extreme RSA enforcement during local race days. 00:44:56 — Spain's Border Flashpoint: Mass migrant arrivals in Ceuta and Melilla, Spanish Supreme Court rulings on summary returns, and domestic political backlash. 00:52:54 — UK Politics & Reform UK Scandal: Undercover stings expose illicit foreign polling funds for Nigel Farage, while Labour ties Reform in the polls. 01:03:43 — Public Ownership vs. Economic Growth: Andy Burnham's push to renationalise UK rail and water infrastructure. 01:06:14 — Australia's Economic Stagnation: Negative productivity data, sticky inflation, and why Hawke-Keating style deregulation remains essential. 01:09:12 — European Union Capital Schemes: Ursula von der Leyen's plan for EU-wide voluntary savings accounts and the risks of centralised investment. 01:14:41 — US Political Landscape: Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's natural communication skills, James Talarico in Texas, and Donald Trump's "flood the zone" messaging. 01:20:19 — AFL Coaching Shakeup: Alastair Clarkson dismissed at North Melbourne, Todd Viney's candid press conference, and the obsolescence of authoritarian coaching. 01:28:30 — AFL Wildcard Debate & Adelaide Crows Leaks: Carlton's finals entry and board pressure on Matthew Nicks. 01:31:18 — NRL Final Round: The New Zealand Warriors' surge, finals positioning, and the top-eight outlook. 01:32:19 — Cricket Diplomacy & Declining Test Crowds: Imran Khan's detainment tensions and the vanishing spectator base for Test matches in South Africa and the West Indies. 01:35:36 — Vale Tony Mundine: Honoring the middleweight world title contender, Redfern gym mentor, and Indigenous sporting hero. 01:37:02 — Episode Sign-Off: How to contact the show via email, Twitter, and Substack.

We only start to believe something once we have enough evidence to suggest that it's true - including what we see in a our car mirror.Was this helpful? If so then you need to check out the 7 Fundamentals Of Self Improvement which features short summaries of the most popular and impactful episodes from the past 8 years.Takes only 5 minutes to read through them today but it'll help you avoid years of making things so much harder than they need to be. Plus, I bet you'll be surprised to learn what they are...

Now on Air: Prog & Roll Radio Show 0:43 Recorded Dialogue #1 4:16 SYLVAN Golden Cage 4:52 Deliverance (1999) JADIS The Beginning and the End 6:12 More than Meets the Eye (1992) Interview with Pat Sanders 12:32 DRIFTING SUN Drifting Sun 7:08 On the Rebound (1999) Scott’s Intro to Crystal Palace 0:41 CRYSTAL PALACE Rise of Hope 3:50 On the Edge of the World (1995) FISH The Company 4:09 Vigil in a Wilderness of Mirrors (1990) Scott’s Intro to Iluvatar 1:08 ILUVATAR Haze 6:43 Children (1995) Recorded Dialogue #2 1:27 Interview with Clive Nolan 13:02 PENDRAGON Prayer 5:22 The World (1991) (2002 Reissue) ARENA Tears in the Rain 5:44 The Visitor (1998) Prog & Roll Every Sunday at 2:00 PM CT / 9:00 PM CET 0:25 Recorded Dialogue #3 2:53 MYSTERY Destiny? 4:58 Destiny? (1998) Scott’s Intro to Pallas 0:57 PALLAS Man of Principle 5:43 Beat the Drum (1998) CLEPSYDRA The Cloister 5:52 Fears (1997) Recorded Dialogue #4 2:52 Interview with Stuart Nicholson & Dean Baker 11:56 GALAHAD One for the Record 4:49 In a Moment of Complete Madness (1993) MARILLION Heart of Lothian 4:08 Misplaced Childhood (1985) Scott’s Intro to IQ 0:32 IQ Subterranea 5:53 Subterranea (1997) Recorded Dialogue #5 2:36 IT BITES Kiss Like Judas 4:10 Once Around the World (1988)

For years, Sandra avoided mirrors. She dreaded clothes shopping. And she's not in many photos with her own kids growing up — because she couldn't bear to be in front of a camera. Within twelve months of joining Naturally Healthy Club, all of that changed. Sandra can look in the mirror now. She goes clothes shopping without dread. And she's done it while still travelling the world and eating the food she loves. Here's how she did it. Your turn Sandra spent decades believing her body and her love of travel, food and family life were at odds with ever feeling calm around food. She was wrong. It took less than twelve months to prove it to herself. She put it best herself: “If I can do it, anybody else can, because I had some major issues there.” If any part of her story sounds familiar — the Naturally Healthy Club is where that changes. Not through another restrictive plan, but through rebuilding your relationship with food and your body, for good. Don't do what Sandra almost did and wait another six months to find out. Join the Naturally Healthy Club TODAY

7 body image boosters to help you find body neutrality and body acceptance in a thin obsessed world. Time slots: 3:08 When weight is worth. 6:00 Body image stories. 7:23 Body neutrality. 8:58 The weighing scales. 9:41 Mirrors. 10:25 Comparisons. 11:58 Expand your life. I hope that you find it helpful.

A lovely, delicate, positive piece which reminds me of friends sharing joy together. Those moments when you look into each other's hearts and souls and realise that you're home, you're loved and you're laughing and smiling with joy, just by being in their company. It's a beautiful, giggly, wonderful feeling. Let's all be joyful mirrors for each other. ★ Support this podcast ★

The Heyoka acts as a powerful emotional mirror, challenging societal norms. Learn how this ancient figure relates to empaths.This video examines the historical roots of the Heyoka, often recognized as the sacred clown within Lakota tradition. We look at how these figures operated as disruptors, using humor and reversal to break through rigid social structures and force people to confront their own truths. By analyzing these ancient roles, we can better understand the modern empath archetype and its function in our current world.If you have ever felt like an outsider or someone who naturally disrupts the status quo, this history provides a fascinating framework for understanding your own experiences. We contrast these traditional roles with today's understanding of emotional sensitivity, offering a new perspective on why some individuals naturally act as catalysts for change in their communities.Communityhttps://bit.ly/SyDCafePodcast https://bit.ly/SocialYetDistancedYouTubehttps://bit.ly/SociaYetDistancedlVidsALL CONTACT POINTS:https://bit.ly/AllSyDDiscounts and specials found here and in many video descriptions.https://bit.ly/MEMBER-PERKST-Shirts Say So : https://bit.ly/TShirtsSaySoSocial Yet Distanced Bookshop.Org Shop:Worldwide Renegade Poetshttps://bookshop.org/shop/SocialYetDistancedPlease monitor https://bit.ly/MEMBER-PERKS Join us everywhere. We are Social. Yet, Distanced.LIKE-SUB-COMMENT-SHARE-DUH

AI-Assisted Episode Disclaimer: Please note: This episode is AI-assisted. The conversation you are about to hear occurred LIVE and in real-time between Kurt and Dane. They used Gemini Notebook artificial intelligence as a powerful tool to strip away the noise, clarify their thoughts, and amplify their message. Their goal is to deliver a highly motivational and inspirational dialogue that drives home their ultimate, unwavering mission: searching for TRUTH in a world full of lies. Welcome to a groundbreaking journey designed to awaken your mind, stir your soul, and challenge everything you think you know about the world around you. In Episode 75 of Truth in the Digital Hall of Mirrors, Kurt and Dane invite you to step directly into the information war, break through the glass of deception, and claim sovereignty over your own perception. 1. Shattering the Consensus: The Nepal Flood & The Miniature Threat We begin this episode by shattering the glass of our digital consensus. When a catastrophic flood recently struck Nepal, the official mainstream narrative offered a tragic but straightforward natural disaster sequence—a glacier-melt landslide. But Dane exposes a jarring alternative: footage showing an F-16 fighter jet triggering an explosion at the base of a dam, complete with embedded AI watermarks and circulating online months before the physical disaster even took place. Even more profoundly, Kurt and Dane dive into the stunning threat of physical miniature city models. These are not computer graphics; they are hand-painted, physically constructed clay and foam cities flooded with actual water, shot from angles that bypass every digital defense mechanism our brains have built to spot AI. When pixels are simply recording a physical lie, traditional forensics become useless, and we realize our biological senses are actively being used against us to induce cognitive whiplash. 2. The Massive Supercomputers & The Silent Observers This episode uncovers how deeply information power is being consolidated into unaccountable corporate and surveillance black boxes. Kurt and Dane take us inside massive data centers housing up to 200,000 advanced GPUs designed to ingest, digitize, and potentially rewrite global history, while physical analog books and historical maps are systematically shredded and destroyed. Meanwhile, our present-day physical movements are quietly captured in real-time. From automated license plate readers tracking remote wilderness roads in the middle of nowhere, to silent interceptor units mimicking cellular signals from the back of unmarked utility vehicles to harvest private communications without a warrant, the dragnet of total ambient surveillance continues to expand. 3. Activating the Sherlock Holmes Mindset How do you survive a world where seeing is no longer proof of reality? Kurt and Dane's answer is a powerful call to action: you must cultivate a Sherlock Holmes attitude. This is not cynicism; it is a hyper-vigilant rewiring of how you interact with incoming data, stripping narratives to their base components and demanding truth. It means choosing to protect your "data diet" through tightly closed-loop knowledge bases rather than drinking from the poisoned well of the open internet. 4. Becoming the Vigilant Remnant: Gideon's 300 To stand tall in these chaotic times—spiritually described as the "days of Noah"—we must learn from the ancient wisdom of Gideon's army. Out of 22,000 soldiers, only 300 alert warriors were chosen. Why? Because while the masses fell to their knees to blindly lap up the water, these 300 crouched down, scooped the water to their lips, and kept their eyes firmly fixed on the horizon, scanning for danger. In a world filled with digital distractions, we are called to be those 300 - the Gideon 300 - to be the vigilant remnant. We must consume what we need to survive, but refuse to do so blindly. 5. Seeing is Not Believing—Believing is Seeing In the ultimate paradigm shift, Kurt reminds us of the profound biblical truth - John 11:40: "Did I not tell you that if you believed you would see?". In this digital hall of mirrors, demanding visual proof is a trap because pixels and models can lie. Our survival relies on an unwavering faith that operates independently of what our physical eyes are shown. Ultimately, Kurt and Dane remind us that the absolute best way to fight the information war is to remember where true reality lies: not in a 200,000-GPU supercomputer or on a glowing screen, but in the analog, undigitizable connections with the people standing right in front of us, the dirt beneath our feet, and the actual sky above our heads. It's time to go outside, breathe the real air, and stand guard like the remnant. Are you ready to break the mirrors and find the truth? Tune in to and download your own copy of our Episode 75 now. Trike On!

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When you look back at the Australian artists who've made their mark internationally, Savage Garden are right up there. Two guys from Brisbane who went Number 1 around the world, cracked the notoriously tough U.S. market and sold nearly 30 million albums with hits like 'I Want You', 'To The Moon And Back', and 'Truly Madly Deeply'. They may have only been together for two albums, but the legacy of their pop breakthrough continues, as does frontman Darren Hayes' incredible story.While he was sailing the highs of global fame, behind the scenes, Darren was dealing with a fractured band relationship, battling depression, and in the closet, unable to be truly himself. As a now proudly out gay man, he continues to sing his stories as a solo artist, but the road hasn't always been smooth sailing. Growing up in Logan, Queensland, the youngest of three in a home shadowed by severe domestic violence, who could have predicted that this sensitive kid who loved to sing would one day stand on the world's biggest stages?Darren's story is extraordinary: 250 rejection letters before anyone would sign Savage Garden, a manager who mortgaged his home to make it happen, and a partnership with Daniel Jones that produced some of the most iconic pop of the '90s before it all came crashing down. There have been plenty of lows too; being told by his own record company to hide who he was, the sudden loss of his mother, and a terrifying accident that shattered his jaw and nearly ended his singing career for good. But Darren Hayes is back, and he's got stories.This episode was captured at Chaplin Studios in Los Angeles, which was the building originally built by Charlie Chaplin, later home to A&M Records, and the exact room where "We Are the World" was recorded (Quincy Jones directing Michael Jackson, Diana Ross, Bob Dylan, Cyndi Lauper, and a room full of legends). It's a space steeped in music history, and if you believe the people who work there, a few ghosts as well. It was the perfect place to sit down with Darren and travel through a life defined by music, survival, and healing.Darren Hayes' song choices: The Dream Academy - 'Life in a Northern Town'Haim - 'Hallelujah'Young The Giant - 'The Walk Home'Coldplay - 'O'Maisie Peters – 'Two Weeks Ago'00:00 Introduction and Setting the Scene at Chaplin Studios02:31 The History of Chaplin Studios: From Charlie Chaplin to A&M Records04:00 Karen Carpenter's Ghost and the Sacred Walls05:13 The Theme: Songs of Healing and Music Saving a Life05:41 Growing Up with Domestic Violence in Logan, Queensland06:05 Music as Escape: AM Radio, The Carpenters, and Auntie Jenny's Records06:56 Learning to Sing from Diana Ross and His Mother's Voice08:01 The Dream Academy - 'Life in a Northern Town'08:50 Catharsis Through Melancholy and the Sentimentality of Childhood10:52 Transitions: Missing His Siblings and "The Morning Lasted All Day"12:12 The End of High School and Not Wanting to Grow Up14:23 Growing Up in Logan: Feeling Like a Prince Despite Poverty15:12 A Hyper-Masculine World and Making Star Wars Toys Kiss15:44 Deciding He Was Famous at Age Ten: Protective Armor Against Bullying16:38 Being Called the F Word by His Father Before He Knew What It Meant18:05 Either Be Famous and Magical, or Die18:27 His Job Was to Keep His Mother Alive19:21 Hockey Sticks and Midnight Escapes: Surviving His Father's Violence20:15 Haim - 'Hallelujah'21:02 The Sound of Grace: Guardian Angels and Being Protected21:58 Being Uninvited from a Party and His Mother's Comfort23:30 "You've Got a Hallelujah": Surviving Childhood24:46 When Did Music Become the Path? High School Choir and Musical Theatre25:50 Feeling the Molecules Change When He Sang27:57 The First Band: A Death Metal Audition and Joining Red Edge with Daniel Jones29:26 Throwing Up on the Way to Toowoomba: Playing Aussie Classics He Didn't Know30:14 Leaving Red Edge and the Beginning of Savage Garden31:05 The First Song They Wrote Together: A Thousand Words31:25 The Australian Music Landscape: Grunge vs. Pop and 250 Rejection Letters33:26 John Woodruff Mortgaged His Home and No One Was Laughing Anymore33:46 Global Fame, Fans as Mirrors, and the Exhausting Rollercoaster35:58 Secrets: Being Gay, Depression, and the Record Company Hiding Who He Was36:45 Young The Giant - 'The Walk Home'37:24 Why Savage Garden Ended: Daniel's Unhappiness with Fame37:49 The Sum of the Parts and Beatlesque Chemistry in the Studio38:32 Touring the World Knowing It Was Over39:51 His Relationship with Daniel Now: "We Don't Talk Much Anymore"41:21 Solo Records, Coming Out, and the Album Called Homosexual42:01 Queer Fans and the First Dapple of Sunlight42:49 What His Mother Thought of Fame: She Couldn't Have Given a Shit43:47 Paying Cash for a House So His Mother Could Finally Leave44:48 Coldplay - 'O'45:08 Grief, Letting Go, and the Sudden Loss of His Mother46:43 Choosing This Song for Her Funeral47:22 The Flock of Birds Metaphor and Cutting the Tether48:15 "I Had to Let Her Go Like a Beautiful Balloon"50:18 The Accident: A Vasovagal Syncope Episode That Shattered His Jaw50:44 Seventeen Teeth Broken, Mouth Wired Shut for Three Months, and Learning to Sing Again51:02 The Troubadour Comeback: "If I Don't Get Back on Stage, I May Never"51:51 What It Felt Like: Love52:18 Carrying His Mother's DNA in His Heart and Vocal Cords52:49 Maisie Peters - 'Two Weeks Ago'53:14 In Love: How His Dog Huxley Found Eddie54:38 Four Blocks Apart for a Decade and Zoom Dates with a New Partner55:41 Never Spending a Night Apart in Three Years56:23 2027: The 30th Anniversary of Savage Garden and a New Record56:48 Writing Melodies with His Mouth Wired Shut57:39 "I'm Back, Baby"58:53 Next Time: David Byrne59:53 Take 5 with Zan Rowe – Stream the Series on ABC iviewThis episode was filmed for season 5 of Take 5 with Zan Rowe on ABC TV and ABC iview. You can stream the whole season on ABC iview now.Watch this episode of Take 5 on ABC iview: https://iview.abc.net.au/show/take-5-with-zan-roweThere are parts of this conversation that explore Darren's experiences with family violence. It's a big part of his story, so please be warned. And if you need support, here are some resources who provide it:1800 Respect National Helpline on 1800 737 732Lifeline on 131 114Men's Referral Service on 1300 766 491Mensline on 1300 789 978Full Stop Australia on 1800 385 578Emergency services on triple-0 if you need immediate care

By Jay Ledbetter - Marriage is far more than two people sharing a life together, it is a sacred creation of God designed to reveal something of His own divine relationship with Jesus Christ and to reflect the beautiful, self-giving love between Jesus Christ and His Church. When husbands sacrificially love and cherish

CoopaDil & KRizz look into the intricacies of the complex character of Ahsoka Tano in Star Wars. This fascinating discussion delves into her survival beyond the Jedi Order, her disconnections from traditional systems, and what her story signifies for the future of the beloved franchise. “Yes, Master!”Key Topics—Ahsoka's survival beyond the Jedi Order; Her disconnection from Jedi and Sith ideologies; The significance of her leaving before Order 66; Her balance as a Force user without doctrine; The implications of her independence for the Star Wars universe. Takeaways—Ahsoka Tano survived by leaving the Jedi system, not the Jedi Order; her story is about disconnection from systems, not rebellion; she becomes a Force user without ideology or doctrine; her independence signifies a new path beyond traditional Jedi or Sith; her journey highlights the importance of self-identity.If you like what we do in the way of caramelicious nostalgia, drop by and show us some support at Buy Me a Coffee dot com… (go to link below), we so appreciate you! Thanks a latte!!

What happens when a culture loses its relationship with the Divine Mother? Meghan Farner and Jocelyn Pedersen explore the Heavenly Mother wound—and how spiritual motherlessness may be showing up in our relationships, religions, and cultural conflicts.Rather than reducing today's tensions between men and women to feminism versus patriarchy, Meghan and Jocelyn ask what might be underneath them. What happens when the feminine is feared, diminished, or disconnected from divinity? And how might reclaiming Heavenly Mother change the way we understand both feminine and masculine spiritual identity?Together they explore the loss of the Divine Feminine, the deeper meaning of spiritual motherhood, masculine surrender and vulnerability, and Christ as a pattern of integration rather than hierarchy. They also consider creation and gestation as sacred symbols, feminine spiritual authority, women as mirrors and initiators, and the role of both masculine and feminine in the journey toward wholeness.This conversation invites us beyond the battle between masculine and feminine and toward something deeper: the restoration and integration of both.00:00 - The Divine Feminine and Our Cultural Moment 04:22 - Why Are We Seeing a Backlash Against Women? 09:17 - When Feminism and Patriarchy Both Miss the Point 14:37 - The Heavenly Mother Wound: A Motherless Culture 21:01 - Why the Feminine Is Feared 23:22 - Who Is the Divine Mother? 30:20 - Discovering Heavenly Mother 32:33 - The Divine Feminine in Christ 38:10 - Creation, Gestation, and the Feminine Pattern 44:03 - Spiritual Rebirth and Returning to the Mother 48:32 - Feminine Authority, Anointing, and Christ 52:29 - Mary Magdalene and the Hidden Feminine 56:20 - Masculine Healing: Surrendering the False Self 62:12 - Shame, Vulnerability, and Becoming Whole 64:19 - Women as Mirrors and Spiritual Initiators 68:02 - Reclaiming the Feminine Without Creating DivisionReclaiming the Woman in the Wilderness Retreat - September 11-12 - Lehi, UT  Continue Your JourneyIf this episode resonated with you, there are several ways to go deeper:

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In a move not too dissimilar to Nvidia's (NVDA) $500 billion AI infrastructure financing push, reports suggest Broadcom (AVGO) is seeking $60 billion in debt financing with possibility that number can increase to $100 billion. Marley Kayden takes investors through the key takeaways of the headline and what it means for the greater AI trade. Dan Deming offers an example options trade for Broadcom. ======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Options involve risks and are not suitable for all investors. Before trading, read the Options Disclosure Document. http://bit.ly/2v9tH6DSubscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

In this wildly, entertaining discussion, KRizz and CoopaDil explore and nerd out over the enduring legacy of Spaceballs (1987), Mel Brooks' parody of Star Wars, and how it both celebrates and critiques that iconic franchise. Highlighted is the film's cultural influence & impact, it's clever satire of merchandising (is this true, Yogurt? LOL), and what makes it resonate decades after it's release. May the Schwartz be with you!Key Topics: Spaceballs' parody of Star Wars; the logistical cultural longevity of cult films; merchandising $atire in Spaceballs; George Lucas‘s green light approval and the impactful significance of such; the mythology and parody balance baked within Spaceballs; the film's special effects and production quality; the film's characters and their symbolic meanings; the reason behind Spaceballs' cult status.Takeaways: Spaceballs' parody is rooted in a deep understanding of Star Wars; the film's longevity is due to its clever, satire and cultural residence; George Lucas is approval was crucial for Spaceballs success; the movies commentary on merchandising, reflects real industry practices; parody can serve as both critique and celebration of the source material.If you like what we do in the way of caramelicious nostalgia, drop by and show us some support at Buy Me a Coffee dot com… (go to link below), we so appreciate you! Thanks a latte!!

Are Mirrors portals to another dimension? Can you actually see spirits in mirrors ? Why do people cover there mirrors at night? United Public Radio & UFO Paranormal Radio www.uprntalkradio.com 8-18-2026

Cette conversation, déjà mise en ligne le 28 janvier 2024, est une rencontre avec Valérie Fougeirol, commissaire d'expositionValérie Fougeirol a été directrice de Paris Photo et de la Galerie Magnum et dans cet entretien on est revenu sur ses apprentissages dans le milieu de la photographie mais aussi des anecdotes et certaines rencontres marquantes qu'elle a fait tout au long de sa carrière. Elle nous a aussi donné des pistes de réflexions sur la fin de la photographie avec le passage à l'image à l'heure de la blockchain et de la dématérialisation. Nous avons aussi abordé comment aborder des commissaires ou des galeries si on veut montrer son travail. Bonne écoute !00:01:20 - Son enfance auprès d'un père distributeur de livres et ses études à l'école du Louvre.00:06:50 - Ses premières expériences à la Galerie Maeght et au Salon de l'édition d'art.00:18:30 - En 2001 elle rejoint les équipes de l'entreprise Reed exhibition (RX) à la Fiac pour monter un fichiers collectionneurs et leurs faire un parcours. Et en novembre 2001, RX rachète la foire Paris Photo et elle accepte d'être la directrice de cette jeune foire avec deux objectifs : développer le marché de la photographie et s'intéresser aux scènes étrangères.00:28:30 - Elle revient sur le processus de sélection depuis le comité la prospection des galeries au Printemps jusqu'à l'événement en revenant sur les choix décisifs de l'implantation des galeries sur le salon00:32:15 - Son travail de fond à Paris Photo : créer l'attention du public tout en étant proche des galeries pour en faire venir d'autres. Elle a quitté Paris Photo car elle ne souhaitait pas déménager la foire au Grand Palais pour ne pas perdre de sa qualité car le volume est très grand et qu'elle souhaitait passer la main après sept années.00:35:50 - Elle a proposé des développements à l'étranger : New York et Londres avec une édition Paris Photo à Londres en 2007.00:39:40 - En 2008, elle rejoint le collectif Magnum pour développer la galerie Magnum. Elle revient sur ses rencontres avec des photographes et son coup de foudre pour le travail de Robert Capa.00:54:30 - En 2012, elle rejoint le collectif Temple pendant un an et demi où elle participe à des éditions et des expositions et en novembre 2014, elle est la commissaire du mois de la photo.01:02:01 - Elle réalise des ateliers avec Eyes in progress en stratégie du développement du photographe auteur en milieu artistique pour aider les photographes à embarquer les outils à leurs dispositions. Mais aussi se poser des questions sur leurs identités, leurs cheminements, les aspects poétiques-politiques et le fond/la forme de leurs recherches.01:04:01 - Les trois grandes expositions américaines : Family of man – Mirrors et New Topographics.01:06:15 - « J'adore la matérialité de la photo mais on est à l'heure de la blockchain et de la dématérialisation on va vers une fin de la photo. On est désormais dans l'image. Le livre fait de la résistance. »01:10:10 - « Un artiste prend des risques et il se questionne sur un chemin qui lui est propre. »01:11:10 - Ses conseils pour les photographes qui veulent rencontrer des commissaires ou des galeristes.01:14:15 - Exemple de l'expo Rubis Mécénat durant Photo Saint Germain avec deux photographes sud-africain qui ont parlé de leurs traumas.Lien vers mon questionnaire pour vous aider à faire un point sur votre projet de livre : https://bit.ly/LVDLPlivrephotoLien vers mes formations livre photo : https://marinelefort.fr/pour-les-photographes/Mon site : https://marinelefort.fr/Le site du podcast : https://lesvoixdelaphoto.fr/Pour vous inscrire à la newsletter du podcast : https://bit.ly/lesvoixdelaphotonewsletterEt vous pouvez retrouvez le podcast sur Instagram, Facebook et LinkedIn @lesvoixdelaphotoSi +150 professionnels de la photo analysaient votre situation, que vous conseilleraient-ils ? Découvrez-le : https://tally.so/r/EkoJNXMon questionnaire pour vous aider à faire un point sur votre projet de livre : https://bit.ly/LVDLPlivrephotoMes formations livre photo : https://marinelefort.fr/pour-les-photographes/Mon site : https://marinelefort.fr/Le site du podcast : https://lesvoixdelaphoto.fr/Pour vous inscrire à la newsletter du podcast : https://bit.ly/lesvoixdelaphotonewsletterEt vous pouvez retrouvez le podcast sur Instagram, Facebook et LinkedIn @lesvoixdelaphoto Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

In today's Morning Manna, Rick Wiles and Doc Burkhart examine Proverbs 27:17–19 and three powerful pictures of how God develops His people through relationships and faithful service. Iron sharpens iron through necessary friction, the carefully tended fig tree rewards patient labor, and another person's heart can become a mirror revealing our own. This lesson explores why genuine friends must sometimes challenge us, why faithful service is never wasted even when human recognition never comes, and how relationships expose things about our hearts that isolation can hide. God often uses other people to sharpen, reward, and reveal us. Lesson 162-2026 Teachers: Rick Wiles and Doc Burkhart You can partner with us by visiting MannaNation.com, calling 1-888-519-4935, or by mail at PO Box 399 Vero Beach, FL 32961 MEGA FIRE reveals the ancient recurring cycles of war and economic collapse that have shaped history for 600 years. These patterns predict America is now entering its most dangerous period since World War II. Get your copy today! www.megafire.world Get high-quality emergency preparedness food today from American Reserves! www.AmericanReserves.com It's the Final Day! The day Jesus Christ bursts into our dimension of time, space, and matter. Now available in eBook and audio formats! Order Final Day from Amazon today! www.Amazon.com/Final-Day Apple users, you can download the audio version on Apple Books! www.books.apple.com/final-day Purchase the 4-part DVD set or start streaming Sacrificing Liberty today. www.Sacrificingliberty.com

True Crime Tuesdays on Fearsome Fiction: Axe Murders and Mirrors On the night of June 9th, 1912, eight people went to sleep in a small farmhouse in Villisca, Iowa. Six of them were children. By morning, all eight were dead, killed with an axe as they slept, in a crime so deliberate the killer stopped to cover every mirror in the house before he left. More than a century later, despite two trials, a confessed minister, a state senator with a grudge, and a theory that reaches all the way to a serial killer riding the rails, nobody has ever been convicted. This week on True Crime Tuesdays, we walk through the Villisca ax murders: the victims, the suspects, and the eerie detail that still brings visitors to the restored murder house today, some of whom don't make it until morning.

This week we are pleased to have M3M join the Mirrors roster, delivering varieties of hardcore and rave techno, enjoy! -- Follow M3M: @marisa3mathews www.instagram.com/mathewsmarisa www.instagram.com/marisamathewsdj -- Bio: "M3M is a Los Angeles-based DJ who blends hard techno and queer electronic pop. M3M's sound, real name Marisa Marie Mathews, is inspired by the dark DTLA warehouse scene and the Berlin techno scene. Marisa believes that the BPM can never be too high. Pulsing, aggressive hard techno, distorted kicks, metallic percussion, and hints of acid are the building blocks of Marisa's sound. She loves: pots and pans banging together, whistles, and telephones ringing." -- Tracklist: 1. PRYDIE, Aida Arko - Hard Disco 2. Matze Raab - Smiling Acid 3. Conrad Taylor, Flash Gea - DIE TIEFE 4. STEVIE X DTC - Reality Isn't Real 5. SONDERLING & NACHTIGALLER - AWAKE 6. NMO - BR3ATH3 7. AREA ØNE - Like This 8. Slayyyter - CRANK (Haaradak & Xidian) 9. Lightforce - Join Me (MYUSA) 10. MXGN - Wide Awake 11. ILYAA - HARD_CORE 12. ROYAL X LMCP - Brace Yourself 13. AiRHEAD - Liar 14. Roman Gehrecke - 001 15. Missed Call - DB1 16. Sara Landry - Pressure 17. Nik Sitz - Bounce To The Sound 18. ILYAA - Rave Starter 19. ANA SCLIFOS x LAXTER - SILENCE & FOCUS 20. Dr.Sound - Red Rave 21. Doruksen & Rekkt - New Order 22. Kim Petras - Treat Me Like a Slut 23. DeeYaz - Ascension 24. SMBG - FUCK THIS 25. SAILØ - CAN U HEAR ME 26. Restricted - Hardcore 28. Roman Gehrecke - Gefallene Engel (Vendex Edit) 29. Sunbeam - Outside World 30. Jayron - Knock Knock 31. KILIÅN - First Strike 32. Charli XCX - Guess ft. Billie Eilish 33. Conrad Taylor, sonofmidi - Tear Down This Wall 34. ALX - Deserve 35. CARV - Make You Move

Henry Sokolski examines the "Golden Dome," a proposed $185 billion space-based missile defense project that mirrors the Cold War-era SDI. He warns that the program's lack of transparency is "suicidal" for its funding, as Congress remains in the dark about its primary mission. Sokolski notes that while technology is closer to practicality than 40 years ago, current threats are often low-cost drones rather than intercontinental missiles. In the energy sector, he highlights Elon Musk's $10 billion "Project Crystal Sun" solar factory in Texas, which Musk frames as capturing the "fusion reactor" of the sun. Sokolski observes that even conservative states are voting with their pocketbooks for renewables as battery storage investments double. Finally, he touches on a mutual defense pact between Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan, suggesting a "Sunni NATO" is emerging due to a lack of confidence in U.S. security guarantees. (7)

Michael Willis, CEO of Cyber Hornet ETFs, compares this year's sluggish price action in the cryptocurrency space to 2022's crypto winter. He explains the "washout" Bitcoin and related assets are experiencing and how his company seeks to capitalize on current moves. Michael adds that newfound resilience in price action offer more room to run for assets. ======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/ About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

Transmissions from the Underground Show Episode 241"Transmissions from the Underground Show" Recorded Live from Melbourne Australia with Topher Denman, Christine Ries and Michael James. Best artist around the world playing #heavyblues #stonerrock & #psychedelicrock #TransmissionsfromtheUndergroundDruidess - The Hermit of Druid's Temple - Trip Meadow (2026) Black Glow - Red Dandelions - Waves and Mirrors, Mirrors and Waves (2026) Troubled Sleep - The Reckoning - The Gardens Of Babylon (2026) Terra Black - In Stone - Mirage (2026)  Ol- Time Moonshine - Poison - Now I Bleed (2026) Atomic Shine - Planet Metal Jelly - Space Travel Psychos (2026) Inlitnment - Spiritual Slave - Spiritual Warfare (2026)  Mister Earthbound - Soothsay - Litha (2026) Desert Mantra - Saraswati - Sarnoso Sessions (2026) Flamebearer - Electric Haze - Igniter (2026) Gutward - Reign of the Wicked - ! (2026)  Smoke Witch - My Acid Queen - Return of the Witch (2026)

Cattle Imports Continue to Shift with Border Reopening How Agricultural Policy is Supported with Concise Communication Sorghum Connection Field Days   00:01:05 – Cattle Imports Continue to Shift with Border Reopening: A cattle market update from University of Nebraska-Lincoln livestock economist, Elliott Dennis, begins the show as he highlights packer margins, retail demand and if we are seeing a hint of cattle herd rebuilding.   00:12:05 – How Agricultural Policy is Supported with Concise Communication: Continuing the show is part of a Flinchbaugh and Smoke and Mirrors podcast episode with Mark Edelman, Brad Lubben, Jenny Ifft, Eric Atkinson and special guest Chris Boosma as they discuss communication supporting agricultural policy. Episode: How Clear, Timely Science Communication Supports Effective Agricultural Policy FlinchbaughCenter.com   00:23:05  – Sorghum Connection Field Days: Senior director of communications, Maddy Meier, ends the show previewing the Sorghum Connection Field Days' learning opportunities.  KsGrainSorghum.org/sorghum-connection     Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast.   K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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This week on the Part Time Nerd podcast, we're diving into John Wick: Chapter 2, the sequel that expanded the world of assassins and raised the bar for action movies.We discuss Keanu Reeves' incredible performance, the breathtaking action sequences, the trip to Rome, the unforgettable Hall of Mirrors finale, and how the High Table transformed the John Wick universe. Did Chapter 2 improve on the original, or does the first film still hold the top spot?Join us as we break down our favorite moments, hand out our final scores, and decide where John Wick: Chapter 2 ranks in one of cinema's greatest action franchises.How do you rank the John Wick movies? Let us know your list!

Mirrors, Light, and Love Ephesians 5 One Body One Hope August 9, 2026 Dr.  John Reynolds

The Metaphysical Hour with Julia Cannon and Tracie Mahan and Question Master Tiffanny Lion's Gate, Soul Timelines, and the Everyday Mirrors of Metaphysical Life Julia Cannon, Tracie Mahan, and Tiffany explore Lion's Gate energy, conscious manifesting, personal power, generational healing, parallel timelines, soul aspects, animal mirrors, QHHT, Soul Speak, and the everyday signs that reveal how deeply metaphysical life is woven into ordinary experience. The Metaphysical Hour Opens With Energy, Humor, and Global Connection This episode of The Metaphysical Hour, broadcast on August 7, 2026, opens with Julia Cannon, Tracie Mahan, and Tiffany welcoming viewers into a lively, playful, spiritually focused conversation. The hosts invite viewers to share where they are watching from, creating a sense of a global energetic grid lighting up around the world. Lion's Gate and the Power of Collective Focus The first major topic is the Lion's Gate portal, which Tracie describes as a major energetic gateway connected with manifesting, creating, and the 8/8 portal. She notes that she has posted a Lion's Gate journey on her website, Facebook, and YouTube for anyone who wants to use it. Julia and Tracie discuss the idea that while there may be astrological or energetic factors involved, much of the power comes from collective human focus. They emphasize that people are always creating through their thoughts, and the Lion's Gate simply offers a concentrated opportunity to focus on what is desired rather than on old patterns, worries, or “woe is me” energy. Viewers Around the World and a Portal-Like Sun Image Tiffany reads off viewer locations including Florida, Seattle, Arkansas, Australia, Quebec, Tasmania, San Antonio, Tucson, San Francisco, Wisconsin, Nova Scotia, Kansas, Sweden, Arizona, North Dakota, Indiana, Michigan, Iceland, Scotland, Ohio, and more. The hosts respond by describing the audience as lights shining around the world, spreading outward in an expanded field. Tracie then shares a story about taking a selfie near a pond and later noticing that the sun in the photo looked like a portal with rainbow energy coming out of it. The image becomes an example of the episode's recurring theme: extraordinary signs may be happening around people even when their attention is elsewhere. Generational Healing, Personal Responsibility, and the Ripple Effect An audience question about a QHHT session leads Julia and Tracie into a deep discussion of generational and ancestral healing. The viewer explains that a practitioner asked the higher self to heal everything across all generations, but the higher self responded that each generation is responsible for its own healing. Julia emphasizes that the primary responsibility is to heal oneself, not to take on everyone else's lessons. Tracie adds that healing can occur across all time, space, dimensions, realities, timelines, and versions of a person, but both hosts stress discernment, free will, belief systems, and the idea that personal healing naturally ripples outward when appropriate. Free Will, Mirrors, and Stopping Patterns From Moving Forward Julia and Tracie further explain that people cannot take away the lessons another soul has chosen, whether that soul is living, ancestral, or in another dimension. They compare this to relationships and manifestation: one cannot force healing or outcomes for another person if that person is not ready. Tracie discusses the idea of volunteers or souls entering certain family lineages to stop patterns, such as abuse, from continuing forward. In that sense, the work is not about fixing everyone in the past, but about choosing differently now, becoming a healed example, and no longer passing a pattern forward through one's own life. Parallel Timelines, Soul Aspects, and the Infinite Self Another audience question asks whether, when someone dies in one timeline, they also die in other timelines. Julia answers no, explaining that other aspects of the soul may continue on their own trajectories, join another version, or return to the oversoul. Tracie shares a personal story about unexplained pain on her right side that she connected during a session to another aspect of herself, a teenage girl in a car accident who died in another timeline. Once the connection was seen and cleared, Tracie says the physical symptoms and a fear response connected to left turns disappeared. The hosts use this to discuss parallel lives, threads of the universe, soul tapestries, and the vastness of the oversoul. Awakening Abilities and the Gradual Opening of the Doors Julia reflects on spiritual abilities by recalling an image she received years earlier of two French doors barely cracked open, with only a small line of light coming through. At that time, she says, the opening represented the beginning of abilities coming in. Now, she feels the doors have opened more, though still gradually, because a sudden full opening would be overwhelming. The hosts discuss how people often want all their abilities at once, but spiritual expansion unfolds at a pace the soul has chosen. They remind listeners that people are not their experiences or emotions; they are souls having experiences. Everyday Metaphysics: Lawns, Deep Cleaning, and Animal Mirrors The episode becomes especially practical when Tracie describes watering a patchy lawn while preparing to move. She realizes the lawn may be mirroring something within her: green and lush around the edges but empty or ungrown in the middle. As she reflects, she connects the yard work to deep cleaning, purging, and examining hidden areas of her life. Julia explains that this is metaphysics in everyday life, not something separate or lofty. A later question about an aggressive cat leads the hosts to suggest that pets often mirror the energy of the person closest to them, especially unexpressed anger, frustration, agitation, or inner tension. QHHT, Soul Speak, Retreats, and Closing Love Near the end, Julia and Tracie direct listeners to several resources. Julia mentions QHHTOfficial.com for sessions, practitioner training, and an upcoming retreat in Santa Fe, New Mexico, as well as SoulSpeakOfficial.com for understanding the language of the body and related metaphysical patterns. Tracie directs listeners to her website for the Lion's Gate journey and other information. Tiffany closes with the simple parting message, “Love one another,” and the hosts echo that message with affection, gratitude, and goodnight wishes to the audience.

If you've ever wondered where God is in the middle of unanswered prayers or unexpected detours, this conversation is for you. As I sit down with author Laurie Short, we talk about how looking back at God's faithfulness gives us the confidence to trust Him with what's ahead. Laurie shares powerful stories from her own life, practical ways to recognize God's hand in your story, and why even painful seasons aren't wasted. My prayer is that you'll walk away with fresh hope, a stronger faith, and a renewed confidence that God is still writing a beautiful story in your life (because, my friend, He is). Remember, I'd love to connect more on Instagram, where you'll find me at @donnaajones. And don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss a single episode! Xo, Donna Key Takeaways: 0:02:12 - Series on Discerning God’s Will and Introducing Laurie Short 0:03:16 – “Tracking God in Your Life” and the Power of Remembering 0:07:54 – Open/Closed Doors, Timing, and God in the “Rearview Mirror” 0:14:09 – Risk, “Mirrors and Cliffs,” and God’s Path to Freedom 0:19:46 – Pain, Flipped Scripts, and Finding Purpose in Your Story What We Talk About Why God is often easier to recognize in hindsight Learning to trust God's timing instead of our own Open doors, closed doors, and divine redirection How suffering shapes our faith and our purpose The importance of vulnerability and self-awareness Why life's unexpected detours often become God's greatest blessings Sharing your faith story with your children and others Laurie's interactive approach to discovering God's fingerprints throughout your life Eight Ways to Track God in Your Life Laurie Short encourages readers to recognize God's work through everyday experiences, including: Hearing God's voice Open and closed doors God's timing "Coincidences" and divine appointments Mirrors (looking honestly at ourselves) Cliffs (taking courageous steps of faith) Pain and suffering Life's unexpected detours ("when the script gets flipped") She also encourages creating a personal "stone pile"—a list of moments that remind you of God's faithfulness whenever your faith feels weak. Donna’s Resources: Order a copy of my latest book - Healthy Conflict, Peaceful Life: A Biblical Guide to Communicating Thoughts, Feelings, and Opinions with Grace, Truth, and Zero Regret. It is available anywhere books are sold– here is the link on Amazon. If you need a helpful resource for someone exploring faith and Christianity or simply want to strengthen your own knowledge, you’ll want a copy of my book, Seek: A Woman’s Guide to Meeting God. It’s a must for seekers, new believers, and those who want to deepen their faith. Connect with Laurie: Laurie’s Website: https://laurieshort.com/ Laurie’s Book: Tracking God in Your Life: https://laurieshort.com/product/tracking-god-in-your-life/ Let’s Connect: Instagram: @donnaajones Website: www.donnajones.org Donna’s speaking schedule: https://donnajones.org/events/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Have you ever wondered how music can serve as a lifeline during the darkest times? Join us in this deeply moving episode of the Music Saved Me Podcast, where host Lynn Hoffman sits down with the incredibly talented musician Ben Kweller. In a heartfelt conversation, Ben opens up about his journey through grief and the transformative power of music, revealing how it has become an essential tool for emotional healing. Ben’s latest album, "Cover the Mirrors," is not just a collection of songs; it’s a poignant tribute to his late son, Dorian. Through this episode, listeners will gain insight into the profound relationship between music and emotional well-being, as Ben shares his personal stories of loss and resilience. He reflects on his early musical influences, from The Beatles to Nirvana, and how these iconic bands ignited his passion for songwriting. As he navigates the complexities of grief, Ben emphasizes how music has been a constant source of solace, allowing him to connect with his son’s memory in a unique and powerful way. The episode also highlights the importance of community and collaboration in the creative process. Ben Kweller involved friends and family in the making of his album, showcasing how music can bring people together and foster emotional healing. This is not just an interview podcast; it’s a journey through the heart of an artist who understands the vital role of music as a healing device. Listeners will be inspired by Ben's resilience and the way he uses music as a healing tool to cope with loss. As we delve into the emotional healing through music, we explore how songwriting can serve as a bridge between the artist and their audience, creating shared emotional connections that resonate deeply. This episode of the Music Saved Me Podcast captures the essence of what it means to heal through music, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of mental health and music. Whether you’re a fan of indie music stories or seeking inspiration from music icons, this episode promises to touch your heart and uplift your spirit. Join us as we celebrate the power of music and its ability to transform pain into beauty, reminding us all that, indeed, music saved me. Tune in to hear Ben Kweller’s incredible journey and discover how music can be a beacon of hope in our lives. Support the show: https://musicsavedme.net/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Today we're talking with Chad Boykin, author of Kaiju Haiku: A Haiku Comics Zine which is brand new from Jobber House Press, available now wherever you look for books. About the book:Japan is the land of giant monsters and tiny poems. Kaiju Haiku fuses these two cultural forces into one stunning full-color explosion! Remember the awe of discovering giant monster movies as a child? Imagine recapturing that magic. Experience the wonder one more time through stunning haiku set to surreal abstract comic book art. Each poem is a small exploration of kaiju cinema. A burst of nostalgia. A pop of insight. Lurking below the surface, they are also an invitation to slow down, to look twice. Mirrors disguised as windows. What will you see looking back at you? Then, like a burst of the fireball from outer space, the vivid kaleidoscopic comic art of Jason McBride explodes onto each page - transporting you to parts unknown. Kaiju Haiku is an art museum that fits into your pocket. A traveling companion. Reach for it anytime the ordinary becomes a little too ordinary. The giant monsters are waiting.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/castle-of-horror-podcast--4268760/support.

Zohran Mamdani threatens to arrest Benjamin Netanyahu, Canadian wildfires fill New York City with smoke, and daylight savings time threatens to become permanent. Ashley Frawley and Geoff Shullenberger join Matthew Schmitz. Compact Magazine is reader-supported. Become a member and gain unlimited access at https://www.compactmag.com/subscribe/.

Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with Wednesdays on Whidbey & your host, Diane Wyzga. I'm often asked: “What brought you to Whidbey Island?” It's a standard ice breaker question here. My cheeky response is: A ferry brought me; ferries being a mode of transportation among the Washington islands. Many folks come here, vacation, fall in love, and return to claim their spot. Not me. It wasn't love at first sight. In truth, I washed up on the shores of Whidbey Island. My relationship with this place is more like an arranged marriage than falling-head-over-heels in love. An arranged marriage flips the traditional hook-up, dating, live together, get married sequence. Matchmakers introduce the partners, a wedding occurs, and love and intimacy are expected to develop afterward during marriage. While Hollywood movies often frame relationships around immediate romance, arranged marriages rely on a partnership built on shared foundations where emotional bonds grow over time. It's a pragmatic mindset requiring work and compromise that helps offset early disillusionment when one person's habits rub up against the other's expectations.     Unlike the traditional scenario where attraction might peak during a “honeymoon phase” the gradual growth of friendship, love, and meeting milestones together sets up a long-term companionship supported by those strong ties.   Just like our marriages, traditional or arranged, the place we live shapes our identities, behaviors, and well-being. Places we live—like the tides— direct our attention, movement, social interactions, personal growth and development. The community molds our sense of culture, belonging, what is normal, expected, possible and accepted. In ways large and small place fundamentally influences our daily routines, opportunities, and personality. After almost a decade in this semi-rural place, with all the highs and lows that come with starting anew in unfamiliar surroundings how have I come to love thee, Whidbey? Let me count the ways.   There's the cool Pacific Northwest climate, the landscape of old growth forests, farms and farmer's markets, abundant wildlife (sometimes too abundant in the garden), a slower pace because of narrow, winding 2-lane roads and reduced speed limits, the November to May Rain Festival that turns our attention and activities quietly inward. Ours is a deliberate lifestyle. We don't have malls or the hustle and bustle of city streets, or easy access to stuff one can get over in AmeriKa. Of course, that means we rely on ourselves and each other, especially when the power goes out and the hum of generators fills the night sky. Ours is a deceivingly robust community of varied social fabrics, politics, spirituality, intellects and economics. We support writers, artists, hikers, fisherfolk, entrepreneurs, farmers, poets, seniors, educators, and volunteers. Every meeting and gathering comes with a potluck. Yes, it can take time to find your people in a tight-knit rural place, but it's also a matter of stepping out the door, inviting people to share your front porch, building connections, building trust, learning tolerance for others. By and large people on Whidbey are friendly, welcoming, smart, clever, willing to shed big city ways to make room for patience. Maybe even understanding because we do not see all things the same way.   Ours hosts a plethora of outdoor spaces, free public transport, and the most wonderful library system that is the hub of our social connectedness. Sure the prices are higher than most, we do struggle to make ends meet, healthcare service could be better, and ferry schedule might be sketchy at times; but I knew I belonged when people greeted me by name in the grocery store or ACE Hardware or I was invited to begin teaching story courses for adults. Don't get me wrong. Whidbey Island is not unlike your community. It's not all rainbows and rhubarb pie here. We have our share of folks who behave like dumbshits. But for every person who behaves like a dumbshit there's a dozen who are truly kind and decent. That's the bit to remember because despite the ups and downs a time must come when you agree with yourself to set aside feelings of uncertainty, venture out, expand your horizons, engage with your new found community. As an introvert's introvert the idea of making a coffee date was not in my toolkit; but once I did step out it became easier and I learned that others were just waiting to be invited. This place called Whidbey Island is the place I live; even more important are the people I'm still coming to know who are shaping who I am. “But now that I am in love with a place that doesn't care how I look and if I am happy, happy is how I look and that's all.” *** Question: What is it about the place you live that has charmed and shaped you? *** Weathering ~  by Fleur Adcock "My face catches the wind from the snow line and flushes with a flush that will never wholly settle. Well, that was a metropolitan vanity, wanting to look young forever, to pass. I was never a pre-Raphaelite beauty and only pretty enough to be seen with a man who wanted to be seen with a passable woman. But now that I am in love with a place that doesn't care how I look and if I am happy, happy is how I look and that's all. My hair will grow grey in any case, my nails chip and flake, my waist thicken, and the years work all their usual changes. If my face is to be weather beaten as well, it's little enough lost for a year among the lakes and vales where simply to look out my window at the high pass makes me indifferent to mirrors and to what my soul may wear over its new complexion." You're invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, subscribe & spread this episode  with a generous 5-star review & comment—it helps us all—& join us next time! AND!  Stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website during reconstruction, email me [info@quartermoonstoryarts.net] to arrange a no-obligation Discovery Call, and stay current with me as Quarter Moon Story Arts on Substack. Stories From Women Who Walk Production Team Podcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story Arts Music: Mer's Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron Music ALL content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved. Enjoy my work? 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Malcolm Hoenlein and Thaddeus McCotter turn to Lebanon's attempt to establish humanitarian pilot zones where the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) replace withdrawing Israeli troops. Critics argue this model mirrors the failed Gazadisengagement, as Hezbollah remains entrenched and unwilling to disarm. Additionally, Hoenlein discusses a recent Ukrainian attack on an Iranian vessel in the Caspian Sea, which signals a dangerous expansion of the regional conflict that may have broader retaliatory implications for the future. (6)

Part two. The advice lands — two mirrors bouncing anxiety back and forth. Hidden apple pouches, a thyroid checklist, a Texas move, and Scott's blunt fix for a burned-out mom. ABLEnow save for today's needs or invest for tomorrow Eversense CGM Medtronic Diabetes Tandem Mobi ** Use code JUICEBOX to save 20% at Cozy Earth  CONTOUR NextGen smart meter and CONTOUR DIABETES app Dexcom G7 Go tubeless with Omnipod 5 or Omnipod DASH * Get your supplies from US MED  or call 888-721-1514 Touched By Type 1 Take the T1DExchange survey Apple Podcasts> Subscribe to the podcast today! The podcast is available on Spotify, Google Play, iHeartRadio, Radio Public, Amazon Music and all Android devices The Juicebox Podcast is a free show, but if you'd like to support the podcast directly, you can make a gift here or buy me a coffee. Thank you! *The Pod has an IP28 rating for up to 25 feet for 60 minutes. The Omnipod 5 Controller is not waterproof.  ** t:slim X2 or Tandem Mobi w/ Control-IQ+ technology (7.9 or newer). RX ONLY. Indicated for patients with type 1 diabetes, 2 years and older. BOXED WARNING:Control-IQ+ technology should not be used by people under age 2, or who use less than 5 units of insulin/day, or who weigh less than 20 lbs. Safety info: tandemdiabetes.com/safetyinfo Disclaimer - Nothing you hear on the Juicebox Podcast or read on Arden's Day is intended as medical advice. You should always consult a physician before making changes to your health plan.  If the podcast has helped you to live better with type 1 please tell someone else how to find it!  

Part one. An RN mom hasn't slept in nearly two years — her daughter's needle phobia, anxiety, and lows run the house. Scott hears it all, then offers the advice. ABLEnow save for today's needs or invest for tomorrow Eversense CGM Medtronic Diabetes Tandem Mobi ** Use code JUICEBOX to save 20% at Cozy Earth  CONTOUR NextGen smart meter and CONTOUR DIABETES app Dexcom G7 Go tubeless with Omnipod 5 or Omnipod DASH * Get your supplies from US MED  or call 888-721-1514 Touched By Type 1 Take the T1DExchange survey Apple Podcasts> Subscribe to the podcast today! The podcast is available on Spotify, Google Play, iHeartRadio, Radio Public, Amazon Music and all Android devices The Juicebox Podcast is a free show, but if you'd like to support the podcast directly, you can make a gift here or buy me a coffee. Thank you! *The Pod has an IP28 rating for up to 25 feet for 60 minutes. The Omnipod 5 Controller is not waterproof.  ** t:slim X2 or Tandem Mobi w/ Control-IQ+ technology (7.9 or newer). RX ONLY. Indicated for patients with type 1 diabetes, 2 years and older. BOXED WARNING:Control-IQ+ technology should not be used by people under age 2, or who use less than 5 units of insulin/day, or who weigh less than 20 lbs. Safety info: tandemdiabetes.com/safetyinfo Disclaimer - Nothing you hear on the Juicebox Podcast or read on Arden's Day is intended as medical advice. You should always consult a physician before making changes to your health plan.  If the podcast has helped you to live better with type 1 please tell someone else how to find it!  

Some presidents are known as uplifting orators; our present president is known for petulant putdowns.Periodically, Trump discovers a new pejorative that he considers clever, so he wears it out attacking his endless list of enemies. His current favorite is “lunatic,” hurling the slur at women reporters, most foreign leaders, all Democrats, protestors, and… well, everyone who offends him.But if he wants some real lunatics to belittle, why not that menagerie he's appointed to top government positions? Such as Brendan Carr, Trump's FCC attack dog who keeps yapping that he's gonna abolish NPR.Failing at that, Carr has now gone from silly to ridiculous, pushing a phantasmagoric scheme that truly is lunacy. It comes from some Elon Musk protégés who apparently noticed that our planet gets dark as night falls. Eureka, they exclaimed, we need to “light the night!”Why? Well, they say, to illuminate all city streets and rural roads, make crops grow faster, and stuff like that. But how to generate the light? Easy, the geniuses explain: Mirrors.They want government support to deploy a global network of orbiting space mirrors that could reflect sunlight onto Earth's rotating dark areas. Lots of mirrors – the schemers propose to put 50,000 in our skies by 2030, with each of the largest ones shining as bright as 100 full moons!Nothing could go wrong with that, right? Bedazzled, Carr didn't ask. Instead, with no public input, he just rubber-stamped an initial launch of this “novel technology,” blandly assuring us that “harms are unlikely to occur.”To oppose this lunacy, connect with the American Astronomical Society: aas.org.Jim Hightower's Lowdown is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jimhightower.substack.com/subscribe

So here's the thing. I know I talk a lot about reading. It's pretty important to me. But all week I've been trying to prepare a different podcast, one NOT about the uncrackable justification for choice reading. But recently I heard from several teachers over in CHSE about thriving reading programs they had going, only to get shut down by folks who felt like reading in class was a waste of time. And then I kind of ended up in a rabbit hole, as I am wont to do. It's like researching the justification for choice reading became my guilty pleasure, sucking up all my time. I listened to audiobooks on my walks, pored over research roundups and articles at the coffee shop, hit up the hammock with my Penny Kittle, and stared and stared and stared at the growing evidence mounting in my endless Google doc of notes. The evidence is clear. The need for help for kids who don't read, don't like reading, and don't want to read is great. And yet STILL we are prioritizing reading snippets and drilling for tests to "improve" our readers' reading. I want you to have the information you need to fight. So here I am. Again. Despite my efforts to focus on something else this week. Let's dig deep. Illustration for The Cycles I share in this episode: The Infographic I mentioned: Go Further:  Explore alllll the Episodes of The Spark Creativity Teacher Podcast. Launch your choice reading program with all my favorite tools and recs, and grab the free toolkit. Join our community, Creative High School English, on Facebook. Come hang out on Instagram.  Enjoying the podcast? Please consider sharing it with a friend, snagging a screenshot to share on the 'gram, or tapping those ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ to help others discover the show. Thank you!  Sources: Amato, Jarred. (2024). Just Read It. Corwin. Atwell, Nancie. (2007). The Reading Zone. Scholastic. Aukerman, M. & Schuldt, L. (2021). "What Matters Most? Toward a Robust and Socially Just Science of Reading." Reading Research Quarterly, 56(S1) pp. S85–S103 | doi:10.1002/rrq.40 Bains, A., Spaulding, C., Ricketts, J., & Krishnan, S. (2026). Providing choice enhances reading motivation. Quarterly Journal of Experimental Psychology (2006), 79(4), 959–970. https://doi.org/10.1177/17470218251370916 Bishop, Rudine Sims. "Mirrors, Windows, and Sliding Glass Doors." Perspectives: Choosing and Using Books for the Classroom. Vo. 6, No. 3, Summer 1990. https://scenicregional.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Mirrors-Windows-and-Sliding-Glass-Doors.pdf Accessed November 2, 2025. Briceño, Allison and Claudia Rodriguez-Mojica. (2022). Conscious Classrooms. PD Essentials. Bridges, Lois. (2018). The Joy and Power of Reading: A Summary of Research and Expert Opinion. Scholastic. Chavez, Felicia. (2021) The Anti-Racist Writing Workshop. Haymarket Books. Elley, W. B. (2000). The Potential of Book Floods for Raising Literary Levels. International Review of Education, 46(3–4), 233–255. Gallagher, Kelly. (2009). Readicide: How Schools are Killing Reading and What You Can Do About It. Routledge. Kerkhoff, Shea. (2026). Adolescent Literacy: Integrating the Sciences of Reading and Writing in Grades 4-12. Bloomsbury Academic. Kittle, Penny. (2013). Book Love. Heinneman. Miller, Donalyn and Susan Kelley. (2013). Reading in the Wild: The Book Whisperer's Keys to Cultivating Lifelong Reading Habits. Jossey-Bass. Morgan, Denise N., & Wagner, Christopher W. (2013). "What's the Catch?" Journal of Adolescent & Adult Literacy, 56(8), 659–667 doi: 10.1002/JAAL.193 National Endowment for the Arts. (2007, November). To Read or Not to Read. O'Grady, R. J. (2025). The reading renaissance: Reimagining literacy practices in secondary English education. ENGLISH IN EDUCATION. https://doi.org/10.1080/04250494.2025.2567939 Wilhelm, J. D. (2016). Recognising the power of pleasure: What engaged adolescent readers get from their free-choice reading, and how teachers can leverage this for all. Australian Journal of Language & Literacy, 39(1), 30. Willingham, Daniel. (2021). Why Don't Kids Like School? Jossey-Bass. 2nd Ed. (Audiobook)  

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Tonight we have creepy haunted mirrors, a possessed child, a close encounter of the third kind and so much more. Keep it spooky and enjoy!Season 21 Episode 19 of Monsters Among Us Podcast, true paranormal stories of ghosts, cryptids, UFOs and more, told by the witnesses themselves.SHOW NOTES:This is a special Beyond Unlock of Sn. 20 Ep. 32 and Sn. 20 Ep. 36. Support the show! Get ad-free, extended & bonus episodes (and more) on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/monstersamonguspodcastTonight's Sponsor - Mint Mobile - Mint Mobile - Get 3 months of premium wireless service from Mint Mobile for just $15/month, visit MintMobile.com/MAUMAU Merch Shop - https://www.monstersamonguspodcast.com/shopMAU Discord - https://discord.gg/ybjc9KUagYWatch FREE - Shadows in the Desert: High Strangeness in the Borrego Triangle  - https://www.borregotriangle.com/Monsters Among Us Junior on Apple Podcasts  - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/monsters-among-us-junior/id1764989478Monsters Among Us Junior on Spotify -https://open.spotify.com/show/1bh5mWa4lDSqeMMX1mYxDZ?si=9ec6f4f74d61498bMirror Deb Sent - https://static1.squarespace.com/static/56b18bdf2b8dde9255717836/t/699f355a771b8222c7f0435a/1772041562688/Haunted+Mirror.jpgBetty and Barney Hill - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JSji06vekxoBetty and Barney Hill - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barney_and_Betty_Hill_incidentMusic from tonight's episode:Music by Iron Cthulhu Apocalypse - https://www.youtube.com/c/IronCthulhuApocalypseCO.AG Music - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcavSftXHgxLBWwLDm_bNvAMusic By Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio - https://www.youtube.com/@WhiteBatAudioWhite Bat Audio Songs:Dream of 1984Iridium