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Sermon Outline: "When Who He Is Meets Where You Are" I. Grace in the Mundane & For the Assignment Meeting God in the Everyday: God does not just appear in high-profile moments; He meets believers in the routine, daily rhythms of life (00:48:44). Grace Arrives at the Step of Faith: Illustrating through personal testimonies (preaching in San Juan, Puerto Rico to 8,000 people) and a Miss America ticket analogy, Pastor Rhonda emphasized that grace for an assignment is released when you step through the door, not beforehand (00:50:13). The Exam Already Passed: Sharing a story about a Bible college professor who marked all exam answers correct in red ink, illustrating that righteousness and spiritual victory are gifts given because Christ took the test for us (00:52:59). II. Moses at the Burning Bush (Exodus 3:1–14) Outliving Past Consequences: After 40 years on the backside of the desert in Midian (14,600 days), Moses thought his story was over due to past murder and rejection. God demonstrated that a wilderness season cannot cancel His purpose (00:56:32). Holy Ground Wherever You Step: When Moses turned aside to the burning bush, God commanded him to take off his shoes. Under the New Covenant, because Christ lives in believers, every workplace, home, and assignment becomes holy ground (01:00:58). Overcoming the "Imposter Syndrome": Addressing insecurity and the inner soundtrack of "Who do you think you are?", God answered Moses' insecurity ("Who am I?") not with self-confidence, but with God-confidence: "I will be with you" (01:05:05, Exodus 3:12). III. The Power of the Name: Yahweh (I AM THAT I AM) The Self-Existent One: Unlike humans who are defined by parentage, origin, or beginning, God revealed Himself as Yahweh (I AM THAT I AM)—eternal, self-sustaining, uncreated, and needing no external fuel (like the unconsumed bush) (01:13:08, Exodus 3:14). Breathed Presence: Referencing the Hebrew root Haya and the divine name Yahweh, God's very name matches the rhythm of human breath (01:15:50). Jesus, the Great I AM: Connecting Old Covenant revelation to Jesus' "I AM" statements in John (Bread of Life, Light of the World, Door, Good Shepherd, Resurrection and Life), proving that where Christ steps in, human inadequacy is completely swallowed up (01:28:40). IV. Four Core Kingdom Principles God Takes the Initiative: History is His story; God initiates pre-blessed plans (01:17:31). God Moves in Response to Prayer: Corporate crying out invites divine intervention (01:18:01). God is the Supplier: When we carry anxiety or sleeplessness over assignments, we carry what belongs to God. God stays up so we can sleep (01:20:28). God Heals Your World From Where He Healed You: God uses personal misery, brokenness, and former wildernesses (Mount Horeb/Sinai) to bring deliverance to others (01:22:56, 2 Corinthians 1:3–4). Scripture Index Isaiah 41:10 > "Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand." (00:47:25) Exodus 3:1–6 > "And the Angel of the Lord appeared to him in a flame of fire from the midst of a bush. So he looked, and behold, the bush was burning with fire, but the bush was not consumed." (00:47:55, 01:00:00) Exodus 3:7–8 > "And the Lord said: 'I have surely seen the oppression of My people who are in Egypt, and have heard their cry... So I have come down to deliver them...'" (01:02:00) Exodus 3:11–12 > "But Moses said to God, 'Who am I that I should go to Pharaoh...?' So He said, 'I will certainly be with you.'" (01:04:47, 01:08:10) Exodus 3:13–14 > "And God said to Moses, 'I AM THAT I AM.' And He said, 'Thus you shall say to the children of Israel: I AM has sent me to you.'" (00:47:55, 01:13:18) Zechariah 4:6–7 > "'Not by might nor by power, but by My Spirit,' says the Lord of hosts. 'Who are you, O great mountain? Before Zerubbabel you shall become a plain! And he shall bring forth the capstone with shouts of Grace, grace to it!'" (00:54:40) 2 Corinthians 1:3–4 > "Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ... who comforts us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort those who are in any trouble..." (01:23:22) Psalm 34:17 > "The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears, and delivers them out of all their troubles." (01:18:38) John 8:58 > "Jesus said to them, 'Most assuredly, I say to you, before Abraham was, I AM.'" (01:28:40) "Thanks for listening! For more information, visit churchoftheharvest.com. Don't forget to follow us on Facebook and YouTube @cothcleveland.
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The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: The old “establishment” non-conservatives of the Republican Party get the chastisement they deserve from Scott McKay at The American Spectator: John Cornyn Is Owed No Revenge at the Expense of His Own Party. An absolute MUST READ and kudos to Senator Cruz for sparking this issue.Who are these self-entitled people willing to let win to salve their own overblown egos?: James Talarico Denies Jesus Is the Only Way, Says Allah Leads to Same Truth – blasphemous, essentially says the Son of God lied. This is as serious as it can get. Talarico pushed to end “tough-on-crime approach” in Texas James Talarico is an outright DSA sympathizing communist; his own words prove it Talarico shares communist revolution desire of Trotsky with DSA socialists Meanwhile, Tump's MAGA Inc. comes with with $10 million for Paxton & Elon Musk's PAC spending big for Paxton as are others.Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.What to Know About the GOP's Unusual Midterm Convention – starts tomorrow in Dallas, runs through Thursday night. Reuters lies in this piece staying Trump “falsely called Democrats “communists” this year…” Falsely? That is opinion being published as news.Congratulations Regan Hutsell! The Houston woman was crowned Miss America 2027 – only the 4th Texan to win.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates. www.PrattonTexas.com
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On this live Labor Day hour of The Other Side of Midnight, Walter breaks his self-imposed weekend silence to dive into the stories that matter—and several that definitely don't. Teen journalist Wyatt Sharpe joins to discuss Canada-US tariffs, Alberta's separatist movement, and how Gen Z processes the legacy of 9/11 compared to Pearl Harbor. Then, Hollywood correspondent Matias Boom Boom drops in to review Steve Guttenberg's nostalgic new film and spill the details on his own role in a low budget B-movie called Bikini Theater. Finally, Steve and Celena from JB Bakery share their mouth-watering "Banana Split Bliss" recipe, break down Miss America's "lowball" questions, and reveal the hilarious, New Year's Eve-inspired secret behind why Labor Day weekend is absolutely packed with birthday cakes.
Algonac, Michigan, became the birthplace of Chris-Craft on a river crowded with steamers, fishing boats and summer visitors. This Michigan Moments episode follows the town from 1890 to 1940, when electric interurbans met horse-drawn wagons and polished mahogany runabouts began leaving local boat shops.Hear how Christopher Columbus Smith turned his knowledge of the St. Clair River into a national boatbuilding business. Follow his work with racing champion Gar Wood, the record-setting Miss America boats and Algonac's rise as a center of powerboat racing.The story also visits Main Street, the Starlight dance pavilion, waterfront hotels, tourist cabins and the neighboring Anishinaabe community of Bkejwanong. One surprising chapter shows how an abandoned passenger railway returned to service hauling supplies and finished Chris-Craft boats.It is the story of a small Michigan town that changed how Americans spent their time on the water.The End of the Road in Michigan is a production of Thumbwind Publications
The Idiots team up to keep a wedding kid free and fun. Sister Jackie sits in and make sure she adds a little Angelina Jolie news. The guys let everyone know that the marshmallows are the most important part of an unhealthy breakfast.
Believing in yourself isn't prideful, no matter what you've been told. When you understand and accept your inherent value, you're showing God that you believe in His divine creativity. Marshawn Evan Daniels - previous Miss America contestant, attorney, entrepreneur, The Apprentice contestant, and reinvention strategist - is now the author of Worthy Girl, a children's book that will inspire and encourage worthy girls to become worthy women. This episode is for everyone who's tired of shrinking to fit the expectations of other people, or anyone who was raised with the spiritual narrative that their worth comes from appearance, performance or production. It's time to believe you were created for a purpose so you can start living in your purpose. RELEVANT LINKS: Grab Marshawn's books “Worthy Girl: Believing in God's BIG Purpose for You” or “Believe Bigger: Discover the Path to Your Life Purpose” from our bookshop.org list to support local bookstores or from the Becoming Church resource list on Amazon. Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Head to WorthyGirlWorld.com for a discussion guide and discounted pricing. Join Kristin for “One More Question” on Substack with this special listener only discount. Preorder Kristin's book “The Other Side of Certainty: How to Follow Jesus When Easy Answers No Longer Work”Follow @kristinmockleryoung and @mosaicclt on Instagram. Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Preorder Kristin's book “The Other Side of Certainty: How to Follow Jesus When Easy Answers No Longer Work” on Amazon or Bookshop.org or read Chapter One to see if it's right for you! If you already ordered The Other Side of Certainty, enter your order # for your pre-order bonuses!
Heather French Henry was crowned Miss America in 2000 but her commitment to veterans took root decades earlier, shaped by her father's struggles after the Vietnam War and her uncle's experience with homelessness. In this episode, Henry talks about growing up in small-town Kentucky, using her national platform to bring veteran issues into Congress and the White House, and building a career advocating for military families that continues 26 years later. She'll be honored with The American Legion's "Good Guy" Award at its national convention in Louisville, Ky. Other topics include Kentucky's new Robert E. Spiller Veteran Center and a program helping veterans receive long-term care at home.
National Fajita day. Entertainment from 1984. Women gain right to vote, Mt. Whitney climbed for 1st time, First mail order catelog. Todays birthdays - Virginia Dare, Merriweather Lewis, Margaret Gorman, Shelly Winters, Robert Redford, Patrick Swayze, Dennis Leary, Madeleine Stowe, Christian Slater, Edward Norton, Malcolm-Jamal Warner, Andy Samberg. BF Skinner died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://www.diannacorcoran.com/Bad fajitas - Brent Rivera & Eve GutowskiGhost Busters - Ray Parker jrstill losing you - Ronnie MilsapGirls just wanna have fun - Cyndi LaupoerBirthdays - 50 Cent https://www.50cent.com/She's a beauty - The TubesLike the wind - Patrick SwayzeMalcom & Eddie TV themeExit - Nothin else to do - Pat Waters https://www.patwaters.com/History & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.comNational Days Puzzles - JulyGrace & Grit Christian Country Radio
Hey, everyone. There was a publishing issue with this episode last week, but it's too good to miss. If you downloaded this episode with Taryn Delanie Smith when it first came out, it's possible you actually got an episode of Hyperfocus instead. We hope you liked it. But now we've uploaded the correct ADHD Aha! episode here. Enjoy! Cold-calling strangers about Brazilian butt lifts wasn't exactly the plan. But for Taryn Delanie Smith — comedian, actor, former Miss New York, and creator of the viral TikTok character “Denise, Heaven's Receptionist” — the detours turned out to be the whole story. In this episode, Taryn talks about competing in the Miss America pageant with undiagnosed ADHD, the curses and gifts of ADHD, a learning disability in math, and struggling in corporate America. Plus: justice sensitivity, farting around time, and why waitressing might be the perfect job for an ADHD brain. For more on this topic: Listen: What's so funny about ADHD? (Comedian Jim Tews' story) Read: ADHD and creativity Watch: What is dyscalculia? For a transcript and more resources, visit ADHD Aha! on Understood.org. You can also email us at adhdaha@understood.org. Understood.org is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at understood.org/give Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Singer, sitcom star and stage queen Vanessa Williams joins the show. Over tuna tostadas and butternut squash salad, Vanessa tells me about repeatedly having to prove herself across careers – from Miss America and the controversy that forced her resignation, to building success in music, Broadway and television – meanwhile, dealing withjudgement, racism and being underestimated as a performer. We also reminisce about her iconic role as Wilhelmina Slater in ‘Ugly Betty,' her chemistry with costar Michael Urie, and why it stands out as one of her favorite jobs to date. Also, we get into her role as Miranda Priestly in The Devil Wears Prada musical, now on the West End. This episode was recorded at Flute at the Broadwick Soho in London. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Cold-calling strangers about Brazilian butt lifts wasn't exactly the plan. But for Taryn Delanie Smith — comedian, actor, former Miss New York, and creator of the viral TikTok character “Denise, Heaven's Receptionist” — the detours turned out to be the whole story. In this episode, Taryn talks about competing in the Miss America pageant with undiagnosed ADHD, the curses and gifts of ADHD, a learning disability in math, and struggling in corporate America. Plus: justice sensitivity, farting around time, and why waitressing might be the perfect job for an ADHD brain. For more on this topic: Listen: What's so funny about ADHD? (Comedian Jim Tews' story) Read: ADHD and creativity Watch: What is dyscalculia? For a transcript and more resources, visit ADHD Aha! on Understood.org. You can also email us at adhdaha@understood.org. Understood.org is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at understood.org/give Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Historian Micki McElya's book, ‘Liberation Summer,' revisits September 1968, when three groups of women converged on the Atlantic City boardwalk: feminists protesting the Miss America Pageant, contestants in the first-ever Miss Black America Pageant, and women defending Miss America herself. McElya argues the collision that day created a politics of beauty that runs through the rise of the religious right, the #MeToo era, all the way to today. She spoke with Tonya Mosley. Also, TV critic David Bianculli reviews HBO's ‘Big Bang' spin-off, ‘Stuart Fails to Save the Universe.' Subscribe to our free weekly newsletter Follow us on Instagram Subscribe to our YouTube channel Check out the Fresh Air ArchivesSupport public media with NPR+ and enjoy perks for over 25 podcasts like this one. This show's perks include bonus episodes and curated playlists of archive interviews. Learn more at plus.npr.org.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy
Historian Micki McElya's book, ‘Liberation Summer,' revisits September 1968, when three groups of women converged on the Atlantic City boardwalk: feminists protesting the Miss America Pageant, contestants in the first-ever Miss Black America Pageant, and women defending Miss America herself. McElya argues the collision that day created a politics of beauty that runs through the rise of the religious right, the #MeToo era, all the way to today. She spoke with Tonya Mosley. Also, TV critic David Bianculli reviews HBO's ‘Big Bang' spin-off, ‘Stuart Fails to Save the Universe.' Subscribe to our free weekly newsletter Follow us on Instagram Subscribe to our YouTube channel Check out the Fresh Air ArchivesSupport public media with NPR+ and enjoy perks for over 25 podcasts like this one. This show's perks include bonus episodes and curated playlists of archive interviews. Learn more at plus.npr.org.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy
Lexie Miller balances her work as an ICU nurse with her new role as Miss Ohio while promoting heart health and preparing for Miss America.Support the show: https://richlandsource.com/membersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week, The Gay Mix comes in hot with the most glamorous smart-light failure imaginable before Daniel drops a proper newsroom bombshell: he quit his job. After weeks of executive chaos, mystery PowerPoint math, disappearing developers, and enough stress to qualify as cardio, he finally chose peace—and perhaps a future taking happy vacation photos at Disney. Adam, already between jobs himself, naturally suggests they simply make a living podcasting. What could possibly go wrong?From there, the newly unemployed besties get entrepreneurial as Adam unveils his all-in-one podcast production playground, complete with show planning, contact wrangling, soundboards, trivia, and a UI only a developer could love. The contact segment brings Kathy Bacon's allegedly murdered backyard, suspicious celebrity-death arithmetic, Lamont Cranston's deep-cut Miss America reference, and a bold invitation to text the show pictures best left undescribed here. There are also elaborate funeral plans, a possible AI afterlife, a spicy detour through Broadway ticket prices and living wages, and a News Game performance that proves quitting your job does not automatically improve your knowledge of rivers.Birthdays bring Lynda Carter, Jennifer Lopez, and Elisabeth Moss, while Adam closes out the evening with a 3D-printing saga involving scratched light boxes, rogue nozzles, missing connectors, and emergency Walmart LEDs. Daniel teases an equally maddening mystery for the after show, the new production tool gets one last live shakedown, and everyone somehow reaches the closing music with dignity mostly intact. We hope you enjoy this week's blend of liberation, innovation, funeral catering, and technical support with just a whisper of gay panic.Email: Contact@MixMinusPodcast.comVoice/SMS: 707-613-3284
In this Energy Newsbeat podcast episode, host Stu Turley sits down with nuclear experts Grace Vanderheide (nuclear fuels engineer and former Miss America) and Alina Voss (NX Atomics) to explore the nuclear industry's pivotal moment. As the U.S. restarts decommissioned reactors and deploys advanced reactor designs, the conversation reveals that nuclear's future hinges not on engineering breakthroughs alone, but on solving the unsexy realities: grid infrastructure, ratepayer affordability, and honest public communication.From passive safety mechanisms to manufacturing innovation, the speakers tackle misconceptions about nuclear while confronting hard truths about cost discipline, transmission bottlenecks, and the need to engage women and younger generations in the energy transition.Here is Grace's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gracevanderhei/Here is Alina's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alinavoss/1. Nuclear Fleet Expansion & Reactor RestartsThe conversation highlights the restart of decommissioned reactors (Three Mile Island, Palisades, Dwayne Arnold) and power upgrades to existing plants. Grace explains that power upgrades alone could generate the equivalent of about seven new nuclear reactors over 2-5 years—a cost-effective way to increase energy output without building new facilities.2. Grid Infrastructure & Transmission CrisisA critical theme is the neglected state of America's transmission and distribution infrastructure, which is 20 years behind in many regions. Alina emphasizes that transmission has been “completely slept on” and warns that without grid upgrades, new generation capacity (whether nuclear or data centers) will face the same challenges. The grid is the “missing middle” that most Americans don't understand.3. Ratepayer Concerns & Energy AffordabilityBoth speakers stress that public fear isn't primarily about nuclear safety anymore—it's about electricity costs. They discuss how data centers and new energy projects risk being blamed for rate increases, and how the nuclear industry must avoid the same PR pitfalls by being transparent about costs and protecting consumers from project overruns.4. Net Zero Targets vs. RealityGrace and Alina critique net zero marketing as disconnected from actual energy policy. They argue that closing nuclear plants while pursuing net zero targets is contradictory, and that voluntary blackouts/brownouts represent a failure of grid planning rather than a solution. They advocate for maximizing clean energy generation rather than reducing consumption.5. Advanced Nuclear Fuel & TechnologyGrace discusses accident-tolerant fuel (ATF) and high-assay, low-enriched uranium (HALEU), explaining how 90-95% of spent nuclear fuel is reusable. Alina describes NX Atomics' liquid metal-cooled reactors and passive safety features, emphasizing innovation in manufacturing (3D printing) and financing models.6. Passive Safety & Reactor DesignBoth experts explain passive safety mechanisms—how reactors automatically shut down without human intervention or external power (using gravity to drop control rods). This addresses public misconceptions about nuclear accidents.7. Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) & ManufacturingThe discussion highlights SMRs as a manufacturing challenge, not just an engineering one. Alina notes that companies like Allo Atomics are building factories alongside reactors to achieve economies of scale. The key is treating nuclear as a manufacturing game, not just an engineering project.8. Construction Cost & Timeline DisciplineGrace emphasizes that the #1 priority for nuclear expansion is delivering projects on time and on budget. She argues that nuclear engineers' perfectionism culture conflicts with business realities, and that construction specialists—not engineers—should lead builds once designs are finalized.9. Workforce & Gender DiversityGrace highlights the quadrupling of nuclear engineering undergrad enrollment (from 14 to 60+ students per class at UW-Madison). She stresses the need to engage women in nuclear, noting that women are often unaware nuclear is clean energy and need clearer messaging about its value proposition.10. Public Perception & Communication StrategyBoth speakers discuss how to communicate nuclear's benefits authentically, especially as AI-generated social media content proliferates. They emphasize the need for human-to-human interaction and authentic storytelling to build trust, particularly with younger generations and women.11. Uranium Supply ChainGrace expresses interest in the global uranium supply chain and how it will evolve with nuclear expansion—a critical but underexplored topic.12. Political & Policy SupportThe conversation touches on positive momentum from policymakers (like Energy Secretary Chris Wright) and the need for intentional policy to protect ratepayers and avoid the mistakes made with data centers.This was an absolute blast, and honestly it is great to see young people taking the reins and running after nuclear. We need all the power we can get, and the future is bright with nuclear enthusiasts like Grace and Alina. Thank you both for your leadership and stopping by the podcast - Stu Check the articles on https://theenergynewsbeat.substack.com/A shout-out to Steve Reese and the Reese Energy Consulting group for sponsoring the Podcast https://reeseenergyconsulting.com/.Data2 if you have any business systems, can you trust A? Well, they have the patent on validation. . https://data2.zoholandingpage.com/energyAnd we have WellDatabase rolling in as a new sponsor. https://welldatabase.com/
In a rare two-part episode, Gilbert and Frank are joined by not one, but TWO of the actresses to play Catwoman during the run of the classic 1966 “Batman” series, Lee Meriwether and Julie Newmar. First, Lee looks back on her reign as Miss America, impersonates Ed Wynn and threatens (promises?) to discipline Gilbert. Next up, Julie reminisces about working with everyone from Michael Rennie to Chad & Jeremy and favors us with her favorite Catwoman catchphrase. Also, Julie feuds with Jim Belushi, Lee hops a flight with J. Fred Muggs and Buddy Ebsen runs afoul of Shirley Temple. PLUS: “The Eddie Cantor Story”! The return of Billy Barty! Gilbert channels Sydney Greenstreet! And the strange mystery of Cesar Romero and the orange wedges! (Website link: https://www.gilbertpodcast.com/49-49-lee-meriwether-julie-newmar/) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The MLB All-Star Game tried to be patriotic. Instead, it seemed desperate. From Patti LaBelle's stumbling national anthem and a cringeworthy fifth-inning "Sandlot" spoof to Miss America's rendition of "God Bless America" — baseball's midsummer showcase went all in on patriotism and came out looking like a try-hard political ad. Jason Whitlock breaks down why performative patriotism is worse than no patriotism at all — and what the MLB's All-Star spectacle reveals about a league that has lost touch with its own audience. ➢Today's Sponsors PreBorn has helped rescue more than 400,000 babies, and every single day, they continue that work by offering mothers something powerful and life-changing: an ultrasound. Will you help us? Just dial #250 and say the keyword “BABY” or donate securely at https://Preborn.com/FEARLESS Mars Men is a natural supplement designed to support healthy testosterone levels - which can help your body burn fat more efficiently and build lean muscle. For a limited time, our listeners get 50% off for life plus Free Shipping AND 3 Free Gifts at https://MenGoToMars.com when you check out. ➢ Show Outline 0:00 - Jason Explains Why the MLB All-Star Game Was Fake & Gay 27:09 - Colin Cowherd ranks Lamar Jackson outside QB Top 10 32:12 - Texas man loses his job over Chelsea Gray DM 41:27 - Why did the Patriotic MLB All-Star Game fall flat? 54:15 - Do you approve of Colin Cowherd's Lamer Jackson take? 1:14:41 - Reacting to Texas Man Losing Job Due to Racist Chelsea Gray DM ➢ Follow Our GUESTS https://www.youtube.com/@skap_attack https://x.com/SteveKim323 ➢ Subscribe to Jason's other channel https://www.youtube.com/JasonWhitlock?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockHarmony?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockBYOG?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockClips?sub_confirmation=1 ➢ Connect with Jason on Social Media: https://x.com/JasonWhitlock https://www.instagram.com/realjasonwhitlock/ https://www.facebook.com/jasonwhitlock ➢ Send Jason an Email FearlessBlazeShow@gmail.com ➢ Support The Blaze Visit https://TheBlaze.com. Explore the all-new ad-free experience and see for yourself how we're standing up against suppression and prioritizing independent journalism. Support Conservative Voices! Subscribe to BlazeTV at https://www.fearlessmission.com and get $20 off your yearly subscription. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Craig and C-Mac critique the musical acts from the MLB All-Star Game, specifically targeting Boyz II Men's performance. They also discuss the state of American sports fandom, the evolution of the All-Star Game, and a controversial take on the current Miss America. 01:20 - Boyz II Men Critique 05:10 - MLB All-Star Evolution 10:45 - American Fan Mentality 15:05 - Miss America Controversy 18:40 - Harbaugh On QB Play 23:10 - Meeting Boyz II Men 30:25 - Global Soccer Culture 36:35 - Stephen King Discussion
The African-born economist has written four bestselling books, including Dead Aid, which Bill Gates described as “promoting evil.” In her new book about corporate boards, Dambisa uses her experience with global corporations to explore how they can better meet society's demands. And she explains to Steve why, even as a Harvard and Oxford-educated economist, her goal in life might sound “a little bit like a Miss America pageant.” This episode originally aired on June 4th, 2021. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Before I was cynical, I was a kid with a Miss America lunchbox and a genuine belief I'd grow up to wear a red, white, and blue hoop skirt.This week: the full machinery of the 1976 Bicentennial — Little House on the Prairie priming me for pioneer life, a Martha Washington biography that rerouted me straight into colonial gowns, the Miss America pageant's bicentennial opening number, and every variety show in America doing a patriotic sketch — and how thoroughly it worked on a kid whose brain wasn't even fully cooked yet.Then: the adult reckoning.Turns out all that flag-waving was engineered a few years after Watergate and the fall of Saigon, which tracks less like organic pride and more like parents plowing ahead with the family reunion while the marriage quietly falls apart.I talk about what it's like to hold the nostalgia and the disillusionment at the same time, why this year's 250th anniversary is coasting on fumes by comparison — no commemorative Grimace cups in sight, no theme packaging, no Oreos, nothing — and why I'm still doing the bar-b-que and the red-white-and-blue this year anyway.Subscribe. Do it for little me and her Miss America lunchbox. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.radiantbadass.com
When Drew Lachey (98 Degrees) and Lea Lachey (Choreographer) asked their students to anonymously write down the ways they didn't feel seen, they had no idea it would change the course of their lives. Those handwritten stories became the foundation for Label•less, the moving new Off-Broadway theatrical experience encouraging audiences to look beyond labels and reconnect through empathy. In this special The Art of Kindness conversation, Drew and Lea join Robert Peterpaul to discuss how kindness shapes every aspect of their work—from directing and teaching to parenting and creating safe spaces where artists can thrive. This podcast podcast episode covers: How their new show Label•less was born out of classroom Redefining labels from educator to parent to pop star and what they really mean Building rehearsal rooms with love instead of fear How kind leaders are better leaders Why they can't shake an interaction with one random security guard, plus more. Label•less is a groundbreaking new 90-minute musical experience that gets real about the challenges we all face in today's world. Created by Drew Lachey (98 Degrees & “Dancing With the Stars”) and choreographer Lea Lachey, Label•less features a wildly talented cast of young adults sharing real-life experiences and taking audiences on an emotional journey packed with soaring vocals and electric dancing. With an original score spanning rock, pop, and R&B, plus hit songs like “Born This Way” and “Rise Up,” Label•less is on a mission to break down barriers, remind us of our shared humanity, and envision life beyond labels. Learn more: labellessmusical.com DREW LACHEY (Creator, Co-Director, Writer, Producer), a proud Cincinnatian, is best known for his multiplatinum pop group 98 Degrees, selling more than 10 million records worldwide and achieving eight top 40 singles in the United States. He also appeared on ABC's “Dancing with the Stars” and was crowned Season 2 Champion. A Broadway veteran, he starred as Mark Cohen in Jonathan Larson's Pulitzer Prize–winning musical Rent and as King Arthur's right-hand man, Patsy, in Mike Nichols' Tony Award–winning production of Monty Python's Spamalot. Additional onstage work includes Corny Collins in Hairspray, Charlie in Kinky Boots, and Zach in A Chorus Line. Drew also hosted ABC's “Dance War: Bruno vs. Carrie Ann,” HGTV's “$250,000 Dollar Challenge,” Design Network's “Date My House,” “America Sings,” “The Price Is Right Live,” “Let's Make a Deal Live,” and the Miss USA Pageant. He currently lives in Cincinnati, where he, along with his wife, Lea, created and run Lachey Arts, a performing arts nonprofit. LEA LACHEY (Creator, Co-Director, Choreographer, Producer) a native of Cincinnati, has worked professionally in many different areas of the entertainment industry. Whether creating for stage or film, theater or concerts, she believes in the power of storytelling. Over the years, she has worked with organizations and artists including the Radio City Rockettes, 98 Degrees, Missy Elliott, Walt Disney, the NBA, and the NFL. Her work has been seen on “Good Morning America,” the “Today” show, Miss America, Miss Teen USA, MTV, and VH1. Over the last several years, she has had the honor of working as choreographer and dance consultant on multiple films, including Carol, starring Academy Award–winning actress Cate Blanchett and Kyle Chandler; Miles Ahead, starring Golden Globe Award–winning actor Don Cheadle and Emayatzy Corinealdi; and “A Christmas Melody,” directed by and starring Grammy Award winner Mariah Carey and starring Lacey Chabert. Lea is currently the Co-Artistic Director of Lachey Arts, a performing arts nonprofit based in Cincinnati. Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
After a long break, the Crowning Moment Podcast is officially back!In this welcome-back episode, I'm catching you up on where life has taken me over the past couple of years—from getting married and becoming a mom to continuing my work behind the scenes in the pageant world. While the podcast may have been quiet, my passion for pageantry never left.I'm also sharing why I've become increasingly passionate about the Miss America system, what I've learned through working with contestants and conducting mock interviews, and what you can expect from this next chapter of the podcast.Whether you're a current titleholder, preparing for your first competition, a pageant fan, or simply looking for confidence and interview tips, I'm so excited you're here.This is just the beginning, and I can't wait to share this journey with you.✨ Follow the podcast so you never miss an episode, and connect with us on Instagram and TikTok @CrowningMomentPodcast.Welcome back to the Crowning Moment Podcast. Let's chase our next crowning moment together.
Emily is going to have quite the weekend by the way it sounds. She walks us through her lineup of parties she is going to for the 4th of July as well as how she is prepping for it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Emily is going to have quite the weekend by the way it sounds. She walks us through her lineup of parties she is going to for the 4th of July as well as how she is prepping for it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What helps shape a young person into a national leader? For Miss America 2026 Cassie Donegan, music has been a powerful part of the answer. In this episode, Cassie shares how music helped her find her voice, build confidence, and prepare for a life of leadership and service. She also discusses why she's using her national platform to champion music and arts education, and why she believes every child deserves the opportunity to experience its life-changing benefits. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode238 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnhanceLifeMusic/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enhancelifemusic/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mpetersonpiano/ X: https://twitter.com/musicenhances YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@enhancelifemusic Sponsorship information: https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/sponsor Leave us a review on Podchaser.com! https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/enhance-life-with-music-909096 In-episode promo: Living Well with Dr. Michelle (https://livingwellwithdrmichelle.com/musicenhances) or use Coupon Code musicenhances10 for 10% off. (Or buy on Amazon https://amzn.to/4iaYE1e.)
Today after the Show, Rich is preparing to hand over the next crown at The MISS ARIZONA PAGEANT but FIRST, let's check in with THE OFFICIAL MISS AMERICA and LAST YEARS LOCAL WINNER TOO!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In today's episode of The Quiz, we're testing your knowledge on everything from sweet pastry techniques to massive culinary milestones. Can you answer these? Whipped Sweets: It's a popular topping for pies and a delicious, airy cookie in its own right, but do you know what ingredient meringue is primarily made of? Criss-Cross Crusts: If you love baking pies, you definitely know this beautiful technique. What is the official name for the decorative, woven criss-cross pastry topping often used on pies? High-Rising Cakes: We dive into the ultimate sweets category of the Guinness World Records. According to official measurements, just how high was the world's tallest cake? Play. Share. Listen, with Miss America 2026, Cassie Donegan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Comedian and beauty queen Victoria Chuah joins Lit Hein fresh off going viral for her coverage of the NYC WAsian meetup — which s parked a whole debate about the ethics of celebrating WAsian-ness. Victoria competed at both Miss USA and Miss America, and she spills about the inner workings of pageants and her various enemies (nothing is her fault btw). We also get into how she spots white guys who are weird about Asian girls, Taylor Swift's ongoing Sombre fixation, and a very special Wasian celebrities edition of Chic or Freak.
Topics- Margaret Kerry (Tinker Bell) dies at 97- Former NY Jets 1st round pics, Darron Lee faces the Death Penalty- Man shoots wife in the back then throws her off a bridge- Man kills girlfriend and abducts daughter is found in Mexico- S.F. Giants pull off historic comeback against the Nats- Jack discusses ABS system of baseball- MLB divisions are reviewed with some changes at the top- Carolina Hurricanes win the Stanley Cup over Vegas in 6 games- Cassie Donegan of NY wins Miss America 2026- NY Knicks win NBA Championship. 1st time since 1973!- NBA Mike comes on the show to discuss the championship- A.J. Brown is traded from Philly to New England- Myles Garrett is traded to the Rams - making them the favorite to win the Super Bowl
In this episode we continue our conversation with Emma Ashford about her new musical: Miss America. MISS AMERICA, a dystopian musical tragicomedy, tells the story of Eve - a driven, idealistic, and accidentally pregnant Indiana 17-year-old on the eve of her freshman year at college. After a failed illegal abortion attempt, Eve ends up at the New Life Center: a pilot prison created by the McGowan administration, which has codified abortion as murder. Over the next 8 months, Eve, alongside her fellow inmates, must reckon with parenthood, purpose, and the gendered expectations that confine all of us. With comedy, heart, and a sweeping score of pop/rock and pastiche, this uniquely American coming-of-age musical nods to hits such as Orange is The New Black and The Handmaid's Tale as it confronts what the reproductive laws of today could mean for us tomorrow. This episode features recordings of the songs “Not Today” performed by Emma Ashford, and “Miss America” performed by Alysa Finnegan, Nina White, and Emma Ashford. If you'd like to learn more about the topics in Miss America and support some fantastic organizations, here is some info from Emma below! Please visit https://www.pregnancyjusticeus.org/ if you'd like to learn more about pregnancy criminalization in the United States and how you can support pregnant people in need right now. https://www.restoreher.us/ advocates for incarcerated and formerly incarcerated women whose pregnancies, children, and lives have been impacted by improper care while serving time (i.e. shackling, solitary confinement, etc). They advocate to protect the dignity, safety, health, and rights of all women directly impacted by incarceration, convictions, and/or trauma. To stay updated on the show, follow Emma on instagram @emmmaashh, and check out her website: emma-ashford.com Connect with New York Theatre Barn: Twitter: @nytheatrebarn Instagram: @newyorktheatrebarn Facebook.com/nytheatrebarn nytheatrebarn.org Pauls's personal instagram: @paulsmacs Teresa's personal instagram: @terijoyeaux Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Shell Oil, Miss America PageantLencola Sullivan Verseveldt is a American news anchor, singer and former beauty queen who has competed in the Miss America pageant & the 1st Black Runner-Up ever in that Pageant. She was the first African-American to be crowned Miss Arkansas.The oldest of five children born to Richard and Macie Sullivan. She attended the University of Central Arkansas where she received a degree in broadcasting.Sullivan won the Miss Arkansas title in July 1980 and represented Arkansas in the Miss America 1981 pageant held later that year in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Sullivan and Doris Hayes (Washington) became the first African-American women to win preliminary talent awards in the pageant. She was also the first to place among the top five, where she was fourth runner-up.Lencola became a news reporter on KARK-TV in Little Rock, Arkansas, and later moved to New York City. She has also worked for KTTV-TV in Austin, Texas, and sang with renown music artists Stevie Wonder, Kool & the Gang (for example on the album Unite) and Jazz Legend Lionel Hampton & his Orchestra, among many other things.She married Roel P. Verseveldt, a native of the Netherlands, in Little Rock, Arkansas. She and her husband have since been involved in international business activities. Among other things, Sullivan also works at Royal Dutch Shell and teaches and guest-lectures at the University of Groningen, both in the area of diversity and inclusion. She currently lives in The Hague. ~© 2026 Building Abundant Success!!2026 All Rights ReservedJoin Me on ~ iHeart Radio @ https://tinyurl.com/iHeartBASSpot Me on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/yxuy23baAmazon ~ https://tinyurl.com/AmzBAS
In this episode, Kelly is joined by Alan van Capelle! He is the executive director of Friends of the High Line, the former deputy comptroller for the City of New York, and the chief architect of New York's historic marriage equality bill. Kelly asks Alan where he's from. Alan talks about growing up on Long Island and realizing that he was gay. He talks about pretending to be Miss America while hearing his parents argue about him playing Soccer! Alan then talks a bit about his twin sister, and is surprised to learn that Kelly is a twin as well! Alan talks about his journey through college: how he wanted to be an opera singer, and then worked in medical unions, and later decided to go into community organizing and politics. He then tells the story about how he went from speaking at the first openly gay state representatives' inauguration to being the executive director of the Pride Agenda! Kelly and Alan talk about political activism, and Kelly describes the time he took a bus trip up to Washington, D.C. in 1993 to be a part of the march on Washington. He tells us about how their trip was almost canceled because of threats from the KKK. He describes the tension as they took the trip, and talks about how transformative of an experience it was. Alan then talks about the importance of joy in hard times. As Executive Director of the High Line, It's important to him that in this fight against fascism, we center joy, and he hopes that people can find that on the High Line this pride. Kelly asks Alan about the events that are going on this summer. Alan talks about Musical Theater Piano Karaoke on Mondays, and how everyone has been super excited for that. He talks about the plant sale that they held, where people had the chance to buy one of a kind plants that are not available anywhere else. He talks about the Zesty world party for Queer People of Color, and the Salsa dance parties that are held in July. Kelly then gets personal with Alan as he asks him about his family life. Alan talks about the process of how he and his partner adopted their two kids. He talks about the pressures of raising a family as a gay couple, as well as some of the challenges that he and his kids face navigating the world as a queer family. Finally, Kelly asks Alan about the fight for marriage equality. Alan talks about the process that he and his colleagues went through in order to get it passed. How they had to pass smaller legislation surrounding it in order to set the precedent for marriage equality. He talks about how he became friends with his political enemies and how that was crucial in nullifying them and getting them on his side. He and Kelly talk about the importance of continuing to talk to people you may disagree with. Then Kelly asks Alan what his favorite neighborhoods are, where he likes to go to eat, and where his favorite place to go for views of the city is. Alan talks about where to go to see the best eye candy, makes a controversial restaurant take, and talks about his favorite section of the High Line. But above all else; Alan van Capelle is a New Yorker. Kelly's Social Media @NewYorkCityKopp Follow the High Line and for more information about their events: https://www.thehighline.org @Highlinenyc Jae's Social Media @Studiojae170 Chapters (00:00:00) - New Yorkers: Alan Van Capel on Ellen(00:01:34) - Queens doctor and proud New Yorker(00:03:54) - Democrat and twin sister on politics(00:07:45) - Straight Women Talk About Coming Out(00:07:56) - In the Elevator With Gay People(00:11:23) - Exploring the Stonewall Riot(00:16:05) - On the Pulse Shooting(00:19:07) - The High Line's Pride Month 2(00:23:10) - Adopting Gay Parents(00:27:00) - Same-Sex Parents in NYC(00:30:50) - Horticulturalists on the High Line(00:33:01) - NY Gov. Cuomo on Marriage Equality(00:39:31) - On the Fight for Gay Rights(00:44:52) - What Gay Parents Want You To Know(00:49:17) - Pride Month on the High Line(00:50:37) - Favorite New York Neighborhoods(00:53:47) - NYC Knicks Fever(00:55:19) - Alan Van Capel on Being a New Yorker(00:57:06) - The New Yorkers Podcast(00:58:18) - Train No. 6, Brooklyn-
Thrasher: Everything We Know So Far Episode Description Welcome back to the Lonely Town Podcast, where Derek and Jimmy dive deep into the music, stories, and world of Brandon Flowers and The Killers. This week, the guys react to the biggest Brandon Flowers news in years. After months of speculation, surprise appearances and industry events have finally given fans their first real glimpse at Brandon's upcoming solo album, Thrasher. Derek and Jimmy break down everything currently known about the project, including Brandon's live performance of "Miss America," reports that the album leans heavily into country influences, and what appears to be a thematic continuation of ideas first explored on Pressure Machine. The conversation explores the mysterious influencer events where lyric booklets were distributed, the emergence of Payson and Nephi references in the new material, and why the title Thrasher has fans guessing everything from farming equipment to heavy metal influences. The guys also discuss rumors surrounding Brandon's long-rumored second solo album, what a future tour might look like, whether Brandon could find a home on country radio, and why concert economics are becoming a growing challenge for both artists and fans. Along the way, the discussion branches into country music, radio programming, ticket pricing, Blue Dot Fever, tour routing, and why some of the biggest artists in the world are struggling to fill arenas. If you're excited about Brandon's next chapter, this is the episode for you. Show Notes In This Episode Brandon Flowers' New Album: Thrasher Brandon's surprise appearances at industry and influencer events The official reveal of the album title: Thrasher First impressions of the song "Miss America" Early reports describing the album as "hardcore country" Discussion of how the album may connect to Pressure Machine Payson and Nephi references appearing in the lyrics Why the title Thrasher has sparked so much speculation What fans learned from leaked lyric sheets and event reports The Mystery of Album Number Two Longstanding rumors of two separate Brandon Flowers solo albums Why Derek and Jimmy believe another project may still be coming Thematically different material reportedly exists What the second album could mean for future tours and releases Country Music & Brandon Flowers Brandon's appearance at country music industry events Discussion of Robert Earl Keen and country songwriting influences Whether Brandon's new music could receive country radio airplay The evolving definition of country music Tour & Concert Speculation What venues make sense for a Brandon Flowers solo tour Small theaters versus larger arenas Why an intimate Pressure Machine-style show may be the perfect fit How touring schedules are built Why artists don't always choose where they perform Blue Dot Fever The reality of modern ticket sales Dynamic pricing and Ticketmaster frustrations Why artists are canceling shows despite major reputations The economics of modern concert touring How fans are changing their concert-buying habits Music Industry Discussion The decline of album sales Streaming revenue versus touring revenue Radio's changing role in music discovery Why legacy artists often struggle for airplay despite releasing quality music Country Music Rabbit Holes The impact of The Chicks controversy on country radio Why "Not Ready to Make Nice" remains an important song The late-career success of Johnny Cash Why older artists often disappear from mainstream radio playlists Discussion of Willie Nelson and country music legends Featured Artists & References Brandon Flowers The Killers Pressure Machine Robert Earl Keen Johnny Cash Willie Nelson The Chicks Bruce Springsteen Tom Morello
HIGHLANDER - Elizabeth Gracen Interview (2016) - Blood Of Kings Podcast EP.178: Fandom Podcast Network Classics On this episode we're celebrating the 10th Anniversary of the Blood of Kings Highlander podcast here on the Fandom Podcast Network. We're releasing our first interview with Elizabeth Gracen from 2016 as part of our Fandom Podcast Network Classics series. Elizabeth Gracen from the Highlander TV series joins for this special re-release of Blood of Kings. Elizabeth Gracen is former Miss Arkansas in 1981 and Miss America in 1982. Most fans may know her best as the scene and heart stealing immortal Amanda in The Highlander and Raven TV Series. Elizabeth is now a producer, director, entrepreneur and creator of Flapper Films and Flapper Print. Elizabeth Gracen joins us to talk about her endeavors, including her young adult fiction novel "Shalilly", and her experience on the Highlander TV series. We are honored to have Elizabeth on hour show, please enjoy this awesome interview. Blood of Kings - Highlander Podcast Contact Info: Please follow Blood of Kings and the Fandom Podcast Network on YouTube! Please subscribe to the Fandom Podcast Network YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@FandomPodcastNetwork - Blood of Kings Podcast Audio Master Feed: fpnet.podbean.com/category/blood-of-kings/ - X : @BloodOfKingsPod / https://twitter.com/BloodOfKingsPod - Instagram: @BloodOfKingsPod / https://www.instagram.com/bloodofkingspod/ - Facebook: Blood of Kings: A Highlander Fandom Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1551389528504825 - Facebook: Blood of Kings: A Highlander CCG Collectible Card Game & Gaming Discussion Group Page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/273198053027339 Blood of Kings Host & Guest Contact Info: - Email: BloodOfKingsPodcast@gmail.com - Kevin on X, Instagram, Threads, Discord & Letterboxd: @spartan_phoenix / Bluesky: @spartanphoenix - Lee on Instagram: @the_way_of_the_way & @Fight_Monkeys / Bluesky: @Fight-Monkey Fight Moneys on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61563413546014 Guest: - Elizabeth Gracen on IG: @flapperfilms Website: www.flapperfilms.com You can order Elizabeth's book "Shalilly" here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0997100613/ref=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cso_cp_apin_dp_NKNRJM0CKA49KC7662JK TeePublic / Blood of Kings Store: https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirts?query=fandom-podcast-network-blood-of-ki… #Highlander #BloodOfKings #FandomPodcastNetwork #BloodOfKingsPodcast #ElizabethGracen #FandomPodcastNetworkClassics #BloodOfKingsHighlanderPodcast #HighlanderPodcast #FPNet #FPN #AmandaHighlander #FlapperFilms #Shalilly #ShalillyElizabethGracen #HighlanderTVSeries #HighlanderTheRaven #KevinReitzel #LeeFillingsness #FightMonkeys
This episode features a conversation with Emma Ashford about her new musical, MISS AMERICA. MISS AMERICA, a dystopian musical tragicomedy, tells the story of Eve - a driven, idealistic, and accidentally pregnant Indiana 17-year-old on the eve of her freshman year at college. After a failed illegal abortion attempt, Eve ends up at the New Life Center: a pilot prison created by the McGowan administration, which has codified abortion as murder. Over the next 8 months, Eve, alongside her fellow inmates, must reckon with parenthood, purpose, and the gendered expectations that confine all of us. With comedy, heart, and a sweeping score of pop/rock and pastiche, this uniquely American coming-of-age musical nods to hits such as Orange is The New Black and The Handmaid's Tale as it confronts what the reproductive laws of today could mean for us tomorrow. This episode features recordings of the songs “Not Today” performed by Emma Ashford, and “Choices” performed by Bella Copolla and the Company of Miss America. Connect with Emma Ashford: Instagram: @emmmaashh Website: https://www.emma-ashford.com/ Connect with New York Theatre Barn: Twitter: @nytheatrebarn Instagram: @newyorktheatrebarn Facebook.com/nytheatrebarn nytheatrebarn.org Pauls's personal instagram: @paulsmacs Teresa's personal instagram: @terijoyeaux Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In today's episode of The Quiz, we're testing your knowledge on everything from childhood TV favorites to incredible stories of survival and history. Can you answer these? Summer of 2016 Crazes: Millions of people flooded the streets for this massive augmented reality phenomenon. Can you name the mobile game that had everyone catching digital creatures in the real world? Animal Horsepower: We use the term "horsepower" to measure engine strength, but do you know how much horsepower an actual, average horse possesses? Morse Code Mysteries: We look back at a harrowing moment in military history. Can you name the U.S. Navy commander and POW who secretly blinked the word "T-O-R-T-U-R-E" during a filmed propaganda interview? Play. Share. Listen, with Miss America 2026, Cassie Donegan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We have a lot to discuss, and none of it fits on a protest sign.Let's start with a sentence that makes Leftists reach for the smelling salts: there is widespread racism against White people in America, and it didn't stay neatly contained. Like a government program that started as a pilot and became permanent, that racism metastasized into ideology. And that ideology didn't just target Whites. It flattened Black ambition.That's the part the Left never wants to talk about.They sell this story as compassion. As justice. As historical repair. But what they actually built was a system that punished excellence, reframed merit as oppression, and taught Black Americans that striving was a betrayal.That wasn't accidental. That was strategic.When Black America Didn't Ask for PermissionThere was a time when Black Americans didn't ask for accommodation. We asked for a stopwatch.You told us we couldn't do something, and we treated it like a dare. You said only White men could dominate a field, and Black America replied, “Hold my Colt 45.”Jack Johnson didn't become heavyweight champion because someone checked a diversity box. He didn't win a title reserved for Black fighters. He became the heavyweight champion, full stop. He didn't climb a separate mountain. He climbed the only one that mattered and planted his flag right in the snow.Same with Vanessa Williams. She didn't become “Miss Black America Who Deserves Recognition Too.” She became Miss America. Period. The adjective came later, added by people who needed to turn excellence into a category.No Affirmative Action. No equity committee. No apology tour. Just raw competition and the uncomfortable result that Black excellence, when unleashed, didn't politely stop at parity.That terrified Democrats.Why the Left Couldn't Let Merit SurviveHere's the dirty secret no sociology department will admit: Black Americans were dangerous to the Left's narrative.We were proof that the system could be beaten. That barriers could be smashed. That excuses were optional. That the human will mattered more than the grievance spreadsheet.Give Black Americans a White benchmark and we didn't aim to match it. We aimed to break it.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Spouting Off with Karen Kataline Free Speech, Guns and Moses, Media Bias, and the Fight Over America's Future Remembering Allen Nathan and Continuing the All-Stars In this episode of Spouting Off, host Karen Kataline opens by reflecting on the loss of Allen Nathan and the continuation of the Allen Nathan All-Stars in his memory. She frames the program around free speech, debate, and the freedom to hear uncensored ideas, then introduces her first guest, Salvador Litvak, director, producer, humorist, and filmmaker behind the mystery thriller Guns and Moses. Karen explains that she watched the film the night before with friends and wanted to bring Litvak on to discuss its message, production, and cultural relevance. Guns and Moses and the Right to Self-Defense Salvador Litvak discusses Guns and Moses, describing it as a film that is pro-faith, pro-Second Amendment, and centered on Jews who refuse to remain passive in the face of threats. He says the film has been warmly received by audiences, even while receiving little support from legacy media outlets. Karen and Litvak focus on how the movie portrays Jewish self-defense, with a rabbi who is reluctant to use a gun but takes responsible training seriously in order to protect his family and community. They also note that the film avoids simplistic stereotypes and presents Jewish characters as nuanced, faithful, and capable of moral courage. Antisemitism, Media Suppression, and Mamdani The conversation then shifts toward antisemitism, media narratives, and the New York City mayoral race involving Zohran Mamdani. Karen and Litvak argue that antisemitism appears across different political and ideological forms and that the media often pressures Jews and other targeted people to remain quiet or passive. Litvak connects his family history to concerns about socialism and communism, explaining that his mother and grandmother survived the Holocaust, lived under Soviet rule in Hungary, and later left Chile after Salvador Allende's election. He warns New Yorkers against electing Mamdani, whom both he and Karen characterize as dangerous, anti-Jewish, socialist, and communist. Tim Graham on Media, Comedy, and Political Narratives Karen's next guest is Tim Graham, executive editor at Newsbusters and host of the Newsbusters Podcast. They discuss how late-night comedians and mainstream media figures have treated the New York mayoral race, with Graham saying that most jokes have targeted Mamdani's opponents rather than Mamdani himself. Karen and Graham compare media enthusiasm for Mamdani to past media fascination with Barack Obama, arguing that the press often protects or glamorizes left-wing figures while dismissing concerns about ideology, antisemitism, Islamism, or public safety. The segment frames Mamdani as part of a larger debate about media bias, Democratic Party direction, and the consequences of open-society rhetoric that excuses illiberal movements. Fears About New York and the Democratic Party The Mamdani discussion continues with concern over whether New York City could follow the path of cities like London, especially in relation to public safety, Jewish life, Islamist politics, and the ability of non-Muslims and Jews to feel safe in public. Graham says Republicans may use Mamdani as an example of what the Democratic Party has become, while Karen presses the point that Democratic leaders such as Hakeem Jeffries and Barack Obama have connections or strategic silence around Mamdani. The segment closes with Graham directing listeners to Newsbusters for more analysis of media bias and political coverage. Grace Stanke VanderWaal on Nuclear Optimism The episode ends with Karen welcoming Grace Stanke VanderWaal, Miss America 2023 and a trained nuclear engineer, to discuss nuclear energy, optimism, and America's energy future. VanderWaal explains that her upcoming book will focus on harnessing optimism in everyday life and that she applies that outlook to nuclear power. She argues that the United States has the best-performing nuclear fleet in the world and that nuclear energy offers abundant, reliable, clean power. She also discusses recent nuclear developments, including plant restarts, Trump administration support for nuclear expansion, regulatory reform, and the need to unite behind strong energy infrastructure as artificial intelligence increases demand on the power grid.
Host Jeremy C. Park interviews Cecily Berry, Miss Shelby County 2026 and financial advisor with First Horizon Advisors, who discusses her journey in the Miss America organization and her work promoting financial literacy through Junior Achievement of Memphis and the Mid-South. Cecily talks about her ties to and passion for Memphis, her recent graduation from Union University with degrees in economics and executive leadership, and how her mother's previous competition 30 years ago inspired her to join, describing the organization's focus on developing professional leadership skills in women while serving their communities. The program involves various components including interviews, public speaking, and on-stage presence, with significant emphasis on community service and advocacy. Cecily discusses her work as a financial advisor and her decision to volunteer with Junior Achievement of Memphis and the Mid-South to address a lack of financial literacy in early education. She explains how Junior Achievement's experiential learning programs, from 3rd grade to high school, help develop essential financial skills like budgeting and investing. She shares how volunteering has transformed her as a leader, allowing her to better teach complex financial concepts to both children and adult clients, and demonstrating that financial education can be effective at all age levels. The conversation covers her experience competing at local, state, and potential national levels, emphasizing the personal growth in confidence and professional development that comes with representing the title, as well as the responsibility of representing the organization and cause. Cecily shares how she has built friendships and been inspired by the other contestants, and how the competition has brought her closer with her mother. She explains the differences between local, Miss Tennessee, and Miss America competitions, noting variations in scoring systems and the number of participants. She discusses how competing in these events has helped her grow in confidence and professional development, particularly in networking and public speaking situations. Jeremy asks how others can support and follow her journey, to which Cecily suggests following her on social media and providing support through likes and comments online and through support of Junior Achievement of Memphis and the Mid-South. Follow @MissShelbyCountyTN on Instagram.
Paring Down: Realistic minimalism to live more intentionally
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Bess Myerson rose to fame as the first - and still only - Jewish Miss America, antisemitism on the pageant circuit. She parlayed this visibility into a successful television career, then made the leap into New York City politics in the 1970s. But in the 1980s, her carefully built reputation began to unravel in a sensational scandal involving her married boyfriend, his divorce judge, and allegations of bribery. The saga was splashed across headlines as the “Bess Mess” – and threatened to eclipse her trailblazing legacy.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this episode of the Guns Podcast US brought to you by GUNSmagazine.com, host Brent Wheat sits down with long-time friend and Gunsight Academy CEO Ken Campbell to break down the recent security incident at the White House Correspondents Dinner. While mainstream media pundits quickly labeled the event a massive security failure, these two veteran law enforcement officers explain why the exact opposite is true. Dive deep into the tactical realities of 'rings of security' and discover how multiple alphabet soup agencies successfully managed the chaos to keep protectees safe. Beyond the headline news, Brent and Ken share operational debriefs and 'war stories' from their own careers. From guarding former President Bill Clinton and Miss America to running high-ground sniper security for high-profile trials, they reveal the hidden mechanics of VIP protection. Learn the crucial importance of target isolation (Rule 4), and why everyday citizens must embrace the reality that they are their own first responders. Whether you're a seasoned tactical professional or a new gun owner looking to better protect your family, this episode offers invaluable insights into situational awareness, threat assessment, and personal defense. Key Takeaways • Event security operates in multiple 'rings.' The fact that the attacker was stopped at the middle ring indicates the system worked exactly as intended. • Security agents didn't immediately fire their weapons because of Rule 4 of gun safety (know your target and what is beyond it), preventing potential casualties among VIPs in the line of fire. • Coordinating VIP protection at major events is incredibly complex due to overlapping jurisdictions of multiple agencies, including the Secret Service, Capitol Police, and DoD. • During a crisis, people do not rise to the occasion; they default to their level of training. Consistent, realistic training is crucial for an effective response. • Preparedness and self-defense are not political issues. A growing demographic of non-traditional gun owners are seeking tactical training to protect their families. • No matter how much security is present, you are ultimately your own first responder and must maintain situational awareness at all times. --- Have a topic idea or a guest you'd like to see in a future episode? Let us know in the comments or email editor@gunspodcast.us. Never miss an episode! Subscribe to our YouTube channel or sign up for our newsletter (https://gunsmagazine.com/newsletters) to get the Guns Podcast delivered straight to your inbox each week. --- Have a topic idea or a guest you'd like to see in a future episode? Let us know in the comments or email editor@gunspodcast.us Never miss an episode! Subscribe to our YouTube channel or sign up for our newsletter to get the Guns Podcast delivered straight to your inbox each week. Buy our Merch! Visit Gunspodcast.us
THERE SHE IS...MISS AMERICA 2007 Lauren Nelson Faram!!! We have a legit ICON on the pod today. Lauren and Janie competed at Miss America together and share the funnest pageant stories and memories. And she is the perfect person to discuss Proverbs 31:30...charm is deceptive and beauty is fleeting but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, Bradley Knight, can be found here. You can find Holly's book Stubborn Obedience on Amazon! Please like, subscribe, and share this episode with your friends and follow us on Instagram! We are so grateful for you, sister, and are cheering you on as you wield your sword.@sisterswithswords@heyhollyknight@janiejoburkett
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Democrats reintroduce their Transgender Bill of Rights as a “moral commitment” to trans people. Miss America goes woke and updates its definition of a female to include castrated males. Democrat Sheriff Garry McFadden of Charlotte, North Carolina, was unable to name any of the three branches of government, including the one he works for. Former New York Assemblyman Charles Barron (D) says he's proud that they drove white people out of their communities. Headline USA editor Ken Silva joins the show to discuss the FBI releasing new documents on Thomas Crooks, the alleged attempted assassin of President Donald Trump. Journalist Steve Cortes explains how the Chinese are taking over our colleges and universities. Matthew Marsden joins the show. ► Subscribe to my second YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SaraGonzalesTX?sub_confirmation=1 ► Read Ken Silva's latest reporting on the Thomas Crooks document release: https://headlineusa.com/scoop-thomas-crooks-was-hospitalized-2-months-before-butler-trump-shooting/ ► Watch Steve Cortes' documentary, “The Foreign Student Crisis Destroying American College Admissions”: https://youtu.be/2ykPKDdZaL4?si=7GefxTqDQzbpsi7c Sponsors: ► Toups & Co. Organics Go to https://www.ToupsAndCo.com/GONZALES and use code GONZALES for 25% off your first order. ► BlazeTV Join BlazeTV today at https://www.blazetv.com/sara and get $20 off right now. Timestamps: 00:00 – Transgender Bill of Rights 09:44 – Miss America Goes Woke 15:19 – Dumbass Liberal Sheriff 18:02 – Former State Assemblyman Proud to Remove White People 21:22 – Thomas Crooks Update 34:41 – Chinese Takeover of Our Colleges Connect with Sara on Social Media: https://twitter.com/saragonzalestx https://www.instagram.com/saragonzalestx http://facebook.com/SaraGonzalesTX ► Subscribe on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sara-gonzales-unfiltered/id1408958605 ► Shop American Beauty by Sara: http://americanbeautybysara.com Sara Gonzales is the host of Sara Gonzales Unfiltered, a daily news program on Blaze TV. Joined by frequent contributors & guests such as Chad Prather, Eric July, John Doyle, Jaco Booyens, Sara breaks down the latest news in politics and culture. She previously hosted "The News and Why It Matters," featuring notable guests such as Glenn Beck, Ben Shapiro, Dave Rubin, Michael Knowles, Candace Owens, Michael Malice, and more. As a conservative commentator, Sara frequently calls out the Democrats for their hypocrisy, the mainstream media for their misinformation, feminists for their toxicity, and also focuses on pro-life issues, culture, gender issues, health care, the Second Amendment, and passing conservative values to the next generation. Sara also appears as a recurring guest on the Megyn Kelly Show, The Sean Spicer Show, Tim Pool, and with Jesse Kelly on The First TV. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices