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Aren't we all missing Mister Rogers? On this day in 2003, the world said goodbye to Fred Rogers. The beloved children's TV host is also known in the public media world for his valiant effort to defend its educational mission.Plus the local news for February 27, 2026, and insight into the WNXP Nashville Artist of the Month: Venus and the Flytraps.
Voices in My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) Episode 614: From Parasocial to Personal: Mister Rogers, Superman, and The Accessorized Bible with guest David Dault Hello, friends, this one is a fun episode for me because it's a crossover between all three of my shows: Voices in My Head (through Rick Lee James Podcast), Welcome to the Neighborhood: A Mister Rogers Tribute Podcast, and Truth, Justice, and the Way: Superman and Spirituality Podcast. If you listen to any of those, you already know my guest: David Dault. David and I have had ongoing conversations for a long time now about faith, culture, and the stories that shape us, and today we are centering that conversation around his excellent new book, The Accessorized Bible. We talk about how Scripture gets “accessorized” by our assumptions and our agendas, how interpretation has material consequences, and why reading responsibly means paying attention to the lives of the people most affected by our theology. And yes, because it's us, we also get into Mister Rogers, Superman, and parasocial relationships. I'm glad you're here. Let's get into it. Get the book: https://a.co/d/012m4Sff Connect with Rick Lee James Website: RickLeeJames.com Email: RickLeeJames.Bandcamp.com Streaming: Search “Rick Lee James” on your favorite music platform or on Spotify https://t.co/S7nCRl0xqa Audiobook Out of the Depths: A Songwriter's Journey Through the Psalms (Audible): Audiobook Link Special Offer 10% off at Bandcamp: use code 10off at checkout RickLeeJames.Bandcamp.com Hosted by Rick Lee James — Voices in My Head Podcast
Voices in My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) Episode 614: From Parasocial to Personal: Mister Rogers, Superman, and The Accessorized Bible with guest David DaultHello, friends, this one is a fun episode for me because it's a crossover between all three of my shows: Voices in My Head (through Rick Lee James Podcast), Welcome to the Neighborhood: A Mister Rogers Tribute Podcast, and Truth, Justice, and the Way: Superman and Spirituality Podcast.If you listen to any of those, you already know my guest: David Dault. David and I have had ongoing conversations for a long time now about faith, culture, and the stories that shape us, and today we are centering that conversation around his excellent new book, The Accessorized Bible.We talk about how Scripture gets “accessorized” by our assumptions and our agendas, how interpretation has material consequences, and why reading responsibly means paying attention to the lives of the people most affected by our theology. And yes, because it's us, we also get into Mister Rogers, Superman, and parasocial relationships.I'm glad you're here. Let's get into it.Get the book: https://a.co/d/012m4SffConnect with Rick Lee JamesWebsite: RickLeeJames.comEmail: Rick@RickLeeJames.comListen / SubscribeSubscribe, rate, and review Voices in My Head wherever you listen to podcasts.Music & MerchBandcamp (music + merch): RickLeeJames.Bandcamp.comStreaming: Search “Rick Lee James” on your favorite music platform or on Spotify https://t.co/S7nCRl0xqaAudiobookOut of the Depths: A Songwriter's Journey Through the Psalms (Audible):Audiobook LinkSpecial Offer10% off at Bandcamp: use code 10off at checkoutRickLeeJames.Bandcamp.comHosted byRick Lee James — Voices in My Head Podcast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe
Welcome back to the Rick's Rambles Podcast, where nostalgia, mental health, music history, and a little fun all come together. This week's episode is a joyful mix of classic TV, meaningful life lessons, and unforgettable music. We kick things off with our Fun Facts segment, spotlighting my all-time favorite detective series, The Rockford Files, and why it still holds up as one of television's smartest and most relatable crime shows. In our mental health segment, we take a heartfelt look at Mister Rogers' Neighborhood and the timeless wisdom it offered—not just to kids, but to all of us navigating life, emotions, and kindness. Next up in The Story Behind the Song, we dive into the uplifting classic Up, Up and Away by The 5th Dimension, exploring the song's hopeful message and why it became an anthem of optimism during a turbulent era. We wrap things up with our always-fun quirky holidays of the week, celebrating the odd, the offbeat, and the smiles they bring. If you love classic television, positive mental health conversations, music history, and a little lighthearted fun, this episode of the Rick's Rambles Podcast is for you.
The Laurie Cadden Show from January 31, 2026: We're reminded to look for the helpers (thank you, Mister Rogers!) and we're giving shout-outs to those who help us every day.
The cold weather continues to wreak havoc across our city. A feud over a Brighton Heights parking spot went viral, vehicles froze to the street in Highland Park, and one intrepid East Ender reserved their parking space with a Pittsburgh potty. Host Megan Harris, producer Sophia Lo, and contributor Colin Williams are joined by parking chair skeptic Bruce Chan to debate proper parking chair etiquette in our inaugural "Am I the Jagoff?" segment. Plus, the team shares their opinions on Heinz's ketchup keg, a new Pittsburghese hotline, and Lady Gaga's cover of "Won't You Be My Neighbor." Notes and references from today's show: 'Well shew ya whereta gew in the snew': Pennsylvania Tourism Office launches winter hotline voiced by regional accents [WHYY] 2026 NFL Draft: Renderings of campus in Pittsburgh revealed [NFL] Tap Into a Keg of Ketchup [Pittsburgh Magazine] PODCAST: The Best Pizza Joints in Pittsburgh [City Cast Pittsburgh] Pittsburgh Parking Revenge aka Don't Steal Spots [Reddit] Pittsburgh council confirms O'Connor's picks for police chief, public safety director [TribLive] Oakmont weighs ban on ICE agreements after arrest [Axios Pittsburgh] ICE agents take Brentwood man, leaving family seeking answers [TribLive] Josh Shapiro says he's preparing for a potential deportation surge in Pennsylvania [Spotlight PA] ICE buys $87M warehouse in Berks County as it plots expansion of immigration detention centers across the U.S. [Spotlight PA] Movie and TV projects spent a record-breaking $300 million while filming in Pittsburgh last year [Next Pittsburgh] When all of Pittsburgh's snow melts, will it lead to flooding? A meteorologist explains. [KDKA] Learn more about the sponsor of this February 6th episode: P3R - Use code CITYCAST15 to save 15% off any event registration Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news? Sign up for our daily morning newsletter. We're also on Instagram at @CityCastPgh! Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.
Mister Rogers once challenged us by saying: “Imagine what our real neighborhoods would be like if each of us offered just one kind word to another person.”When he gave us these instructions, it wasn't hard to look at the neighbors to the left and right of our home, and then imagine friendly conversations with them. But what about the neighbors we pass on the street everyday on our commute — those sleeping under bridges, at bus stops, in tents.As temperatures recently dropped to negative-15 degrees in Milwaukee, the health and wellness of these people became front of mind. And an organization in Milwaukee that for nearly a decade has been extending kindness to our neighbors experiencing homelessness continued their mission in subzero conditions.On this episode, we talk with Street Angels co-founders Shelly Sarasin and Eva Welch about how a change meeting at a warming shelter in 2016 grew into an award-winning nonprofit with an unwavering mission.#####Host: Kim ShineGuest Host: Carolann Grzybowski
A bizarre syringe attack, total horse hockey, a snow Roomba, U.S. olympians get a big check, a favorite TV show returns, a student dies out in the cold, a USPS officer is mad, the Alex Pretty DHS report, Shawn's very awkward TikTok test, a heartfelt defense of a big company and so much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A bizarre syringe attack, total horse hockey, a snow Roomba, U.S. olympians get a big check, a favorite TV show returns, a student dies out in the cold, a USPS officer is mad, the Alex Pretty DHS report, Shawn's very awkward TikTok test, a heartfelt defense of a big company and so much more!
Do you know anyone that when you're present with them, you feel like you've got their full attention? Chris Seay gives us two examples: Jesus and Mister Rogers. Hopefully being seen with those kind of eyes allows us to love others the same way.
Do you know anyone that when you're present with them, you feel like you've got their full attention? Chris Seay gives us two examples: Jesus and Mister Rogers. Hopefully being seen with those kind of eyes allows us to love others the same way.
More than 500 Pittsburghers showed up for a training this week on how to safely witness and respond to ICE activity — including City Cast contributor Meg St-Esprit. She joins host Megan Harris and executive producer Mallory Falk to share what she learned from the newly-formed group Frontline Dignity. Plus, the team discusses AI-generated deepfakes of Mister Rogers, behind-the-scenes scheming to keep the Post-Gazette alive, and a viral KDKA typo. Get your tickets to The Future of Pittsburgh Journalism, a panel featuring our very own Megan Harris and other local media experts. It's happening next Thursday, Jan. 29 at 5:30 p.m. at the Heinz History Center. Get your tickets to hear Megan on a panel about the future of Pittsburgh journalism. Notes and references from today's show: PODCAST: Can You Be Charged for Getting in ICE's Way? [City Cast Pittsburgh] PODCAST: What Actually Happens During an ICE Raid? [City Cast Pittsburgh] Coraopolis overturns ICE agreement following community pushback and council shakeup [Public Source] Doubling down, doubling back: local departments diverge on ICE cooperation [Public Source] Munhall, Stowe police walk back ICE partnerships after quietly inking agreements [Public Source] Hundreds taken into custody at Pittsburgh ICE office, an emerging regional deportation hub [Post-Gazette] The crass Fred Rogers of AI deepfakes has some Pittsburghers 'horrified' [Public Source] Some Post-Gazette workers call for new union leadership [TribLive] Investor group seeks to make Post-Gazette nonprofit [Axios Pittsburgh] Pittsburgh school board members to vote next week on whether to reconsider building closures [WESA] Learn more about the sponsors of this January 23rd episode: Pittsburgh Opera P3R The Ascent by Christopher Walker Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news? Sign up for our daily morning Hey Pittsburgh newsletter. We're also on Instagram @CityCastPgh! Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.
Tuesday’s surprising news came out of Steel City in western Pennsylvania. Mike Tomlin stepped down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers. It’s hard to believe that the 53-year old Tomlin had been the top man in Pittsburgh for 19 seasons. There have been only three Pittsburgh Steelers head coaches since the National Football League merged with the American Football League 55 years ago in 1970. Steelers head coach Chuck Noll started his head coaching career in Pittsburgh in 1969 by going 1-13. His second season brought a 5-9 mark in 1970 and then just 6-8 in 1971. In today’s NFL, most other NFL teams would have fired future Hall-of-Fame Coach Chuck Noll after three years on “Black Monday” last week. You must win NOW, because fans and social media are all about instant gratification today. The Steelers transformed from an NFL laughing stock to 6-time Super Bowl champions Coach Chuck Noll’s fourth year 1972 Steelers (led by Louisiana Tech quarterback Terry Bradshaw and a host of impressive young draft picks) turned Pittsburgh into a winner by going 11-3. The talented young Steelers lost in the AFC championship game that year to the last NFL team to complete an unbeaten season – the 1972 Miami Dolphins. From that point, the 1970’s “Super Steelers” went on to win four Super Bowl titles in just six seasons. The NFL franchise in Pittsburgh had never captured a single NFL title since the team began in 1933. Coach Chuck Noll’s teams transformed the image of the Pittsburgh Steelers from lovable losers to a tough band of black-and-gold monsters on the football field. Noll put in 23 seasons as the Steelers’ head coach before handing the baton to Bill Cowher in 1992. Coach Cowher’s Steelers added the team’s fifth Super Bowl title (“One for the thumb”) in 2005. The very intense Bill Cowher retired after the 2006 season after 15 years of NFL success in Pittsburgh. Mike Tomlin took the reins in Pittsburgh in 2007 The 34-year old former defensive coordinator with the Minnesota Vikings immediately bonded with his new team and its very boisterous loyal fans. Like Chuck Noll and Bill Cowher, Mike Tomlin’s college and NFL coaching experience had been on the defensive side of the football. Did you know that Mike Tomlin (the college football player) was a 2nd team All-Conference wide receiver at the College of William & Mary in Virginia? He became a defensive backs coach upon entering the coaching profession. Mike Tomlin’s Steelers quickly added Pittsburgh’s sixth Super Bowl trophy in 2008. This endeared the team’s new coach to millions of Terrible Towel waving Steelers fans around the world. Mike Tomlin’s Steelers reached the big game once again in 2010 but lost 31-25 to (ironically) Super Bowl MVP quarterback Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers. Ironically, the now 42-year old Aaron Rodgers signed to play quarterback for Coach Tomlin’s Steelers this past season. Rodgers led Pittsburgh to a 10-7 regular season record. The Steelers were embarrassed 30-6 – at home – by the Houston Texans on Monday night in the wild-card round. Less than one day after Monday night’s ugly loss to Houston, Coach Mike Tomlin elected to voluntarily step down as the Steelers’ head coach Tuesday afternoon. He finished with 193 regular season wins. That tied him with former Steelers coaching legend Chuck Noll for 9th place in NFL history. The pressure of winning in Pittsburgh takes a toll on its head coaches The Steelers’ six Super Bowl titles place significant pressure on the current head coach to add another piece of hardware into the team’s trophy case. Mike Tomlin’s Pittsburgh squads never finished below .500 in any of his 19 seasons. His Steelers won the AFC North eight times including this season’s 10-7 team. Coach Tomlin’s Steelers teams were defensively talented but inconsistent on offense. Tomlin’s offensive units have further declined after the 2021 retirement of likely Hall-of-Fame quarterback Ben Roethlisberger. One by one, offensive coordinators have struggled and been sent packing from Pittsburgh several times during Mike Tomlin’s 19 years at the helm. Monday night’s 30-6 loss – at home – in the opening round again highlighted Mike Tomlin’s difficulty at winning playoff games. This week’s defeat was the Steelers’ seventh straight in the NFL playoffs. The loss tied Coach Tomlin with former Cincinnati Bengals head coach Marvin Lewis for the most consecutive playoff defeats in NFL history. Ouch. The pressure to win a post-season game seems to have been the final breaking point for Pittsburgh Coach Mike Tomlin. He looked ready to take a lengthy sabbatical from his coaching responsibilities. Coach Tomlin is considered a likely candidate to work for one of the television networks as a studio host or analyst in the broadcast booth next season. Former New Orleans Saints coach Sean Payton “retired” from the team in 2022 but took a job working as a studio host for FOX Sports that fall. Payton then returned to the sidelines the following year in 2023 to become the Denver Broncos head coach. It’s likely that Mike Tomlin will patrol the football sidelines as either a head coach or defensive coordinator for another team at some point in the future. In the meantime, here’s hoping that Coach Tomlin will enjoy a very well deserved break. Jump ball! Who wants to be the new Pittsburgh Steelers head coach? Let’s examine the positives first. Job security – There have been just three coaches in the past 55 seasons. The Steelers ownership (the Rooney family) is the most patient in all of professional sports. Getting a job as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers is, perhaps, the safest job in the NFL. Fan support – Is anything better than seeing 65,000 gold-colored Terrible Towels being waved in support of your team at every home game? Yes, there is! It’s when you see 20,000 or more Terrible Towels being waved by fans at your opponent’s stadium on road games! Only the Dallas Cowboys may have as many loyal football fans as the Steelers. A livable, lovable city – Pittsburgh is one of America’s top major metropolitan areas in terms of the cost of living and safety. The Steel City (much like New Orleans) has a very unique local population which fervently follows their beloved NFL franchise for 365 days per year. And now…a few of the negatives. Expectations are sky high – every year! Mike Tomlin appeared to be one of the most even-tempered head coaches in NFL history. Pittsburgh is the city which was home to Mister Rogers (the PBS children’s TV star – not the quarterback). Football fans and media in Pittsburgh reminded Coach Tomlin (daily) that he had lost six consecutive post-season games leading up to Monday night’s playoff game versus Houston. The Steelers have six Super Bowl trophies in their display case. The next head coach will feel immediate pressure to win playoff games again – quickly. Can the new head coach turn around the Steelers’ pop gun offense? Aaron Rodgers was a “band-aid” type of quarterback for the Steelers this season. The 42-year old legend could not and should not be attempting to scramble or run from freight train-sized NFL defensive linemen anymore. Steelers rookie quarterback Will Howard never left the bench during his first pro season. Pittsburgh’s major investment in wide receiver D.K. Metcalf appears to be shaky after Year #1 with the team. The Steelers need more speedy receivers who can reliably catch the football under pressure. Does the new coach look the part in Pittsburgh? Mike Tomlin, Bill Cowher, and Chuck Noll had “the look” of someone intense enough and tough enough to command this rugged city’s pro football team. Projecting a personal toughness and strength will (initially) capture the hearts of Steeler Nation. Who does SwampSwami see as the next Pittsburgh Steelers head coach? A. Curt Cignetti Win or lose this coming Monday night vs. the University of Miami, Indiana Hoosiers football coach Curt Cignetti checks all of the boxes needed to turn the Pittsburgh Steelers into a top contender again. Did I say that the 64-year old college football coach is a Pittsburgh native? Curt Cignetti signed a 7-year contract extension with the Hoosiers this fall. Can the Steelers afford to pay for the buyout for his Indiana contract? Yes. Would they consider paying a sizable buyout in order to get Cignetti to Pittsburgh? Unlikely. The Steelers’ ownership is notoriously thrifty. B. Houston Texans’ head coach DeMeco Ryans Ryans is only 41 years of age (a year younger than this year’s Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers). The former All-Pro NFL linebacker has won ten or more games in each of his first three seasons as head coach of the Houston Texans. Pittsburgh would need to provide significant compensation (draft picks and a lot of cash) to Houston in order to lure DeMeco Ryans to come coach in Steel City. Why would Ryans prefer Pittsburgh over Houston? Have you ever lived in Houston during its six months of summer? C. One of these four relatively young NFL defensive coordinators Some names being floated today include Minnesota Vikings D-coordinator Mike Flores. He was formerly the head coach for the Miami Dolphins. Flores’ exit from Miami became a bit messy, though. My list of other top candidates includes Seattle Seahawks defensive guru Allen Durde, Green Bay’s Jeff Hafley, and Jesse Minter from the Los Angeles Chargers. There you have it! SwampSwami’s list of his six top candidates for the Pittsburgh Steelers head coaching job! One name that I intentionally omitted was Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman. He has been quoted recently saying he had no interest in a pro football head coaching position. Then again, don’t coaches ALWAYS say something like that – right before they leave? The post Tomlin out in Pittsburgh – Who Wants the Best Coaching job in the NFL? appeared first on SwampSwamiSports.com.
Send us a textWhat if we have been talking about love...but not actually living it?In this Advent message, Pastor Nicole closes our "Like a Child" series by returning to 1 Corinthians 13 and to the heart of the gospel: a love that is patient, kind, honest, present, and willing to meet people right where they are.This episode wrestles with questions we don't always say out loud:Why do we put conditions on love?Why is it easier to talk about love than practice it?What does Jesus-shaped love really look like in real life?And what would happen if we received God's love "just as we are"--first?Along the way, Nicole shares stories of grace, honesty, and the surprising ways God keeps showing us who He is--including a powerful moment from Mister Rogers' Neighborhood that reminds us what it means to truly see someone.Episodes in the "Like a Child" series:Hope like a ChildPeace like a ChildJoy like a ChildLove like a ChildLinkoln shares his story on why he started coming to Ravenna Church of the Nazarene and shares why you should consider doing the same.Ravenna Church of the Nazarene530 Main Street, Ravenna, KY 40472Support the showThe Dirt Path Sermon Podcast is a place for real sermons that speak to real life. Subscribe and walk the path with us every week. Consider visiting Ravenna Church of the Nazarene where Pastor Jason is the Senior Pastor. Have a prayer need? Want to share something with Pastor Jason? Email rav.naz.ky@gmail.com
The FC crew looks back at Aston Villa's 2-1 win over Man United with Morgan Rogers bagging 2 goals. Plus, the crew discusses the reported leg injury of British record signing Alexander Isak & how it will affect Liverpool. And, discussion of a few of the controversial refereeing decisions in the Premier League this week. Also, Barcelona & Bayern Munich take care of business in their respective leagues & AFCON kicks off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We decided to do a wonderful showcase + tribute to the legacy of TV host Mister Rogers. TALKING POINTS INCLUDE: *Mike, Gil & I all get to discuss the documentary and Tom Hanks biopic on the subject matter *James also talks about how his dad worked at a Sears & Roebuck company that was a sponsor for the show back in the day *Does Keith David get any fanmail from being on this show? *We also discuss the many network & cable TV channel's programs for different Captain Kangeroo type material at this time *Other educational programs with a similar format *One of us got really emotional mid-recording while doing this detailed tribute to a selfless icon who wanted to truly help those around him *A clip from Fred Rogers' 1997 Acceptance Speech at the 24th Daytime Emmys Awards is featured *How Mr. Rogers encouraged America to overcome the 9/11 tragedy *We talk about many of the ways that dealing with unwanted dreams, peers' alcoholism and anger can be solved by many of the lessons that Mr. Rogers sponsored *And we also mention the SCTV, National Lampoon Radio Hour, Clerks Comic Book, Celebrity Death Match & Ultimate Showdown parodies of this amazing icon!
For Patreon subscriber Kenny Zail! LOVE TRIVIA WITH BUDDS? CHECK OUT THE MNEMONIC MEMORY PODCAST! "Knowledge is rooted in memory—listen to The Mnemonic Memory Podcast today." http://www.themnemonictreepodcast.com/ Fact of the Day: Beloved PBS children's series Reading Rainbow, was originally pitched as an extension to another beloved PBS classic, Mister Rogers' Neighborhood, under the title "Mister Rogers' Summer Vacation". Triple Connections: Departed, Martian, Rainmaker THE FIRST TRIVIA QUESTION STARTS AT 01:14 SUPPORT THE SHOW MONTHLY, LISTEN AD-FREE FOR JUST $1 A MONTH: www.Patreon.com/TriviaWithBudds INSTANT DOWNLOAD DIGITAL TRIVIA GAMES ON ETSY, GRAB ONE NOW! GET A CUSTOM EPISODE FOR YOUR LOVED ONES: Email ryanbudds@gmail.com Theme song by www.soundcloud.com/Frawsty Bed Music: "EDM Detection Mode" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ http://TriviaWithBudds.com http://Facebook.com/TriviaWithBudds http://Instagram.com/ryanbudds Book a party, corporate event, or fundraiser anytime by emailing ryanbudds@gmail.com or use the contact form here: https://www.triviawithbudds.com/contact SPECIAL THANKS TO ALL MY AMAZING PATREON SUBSCRIBERS INCLUDING: Mollie Dominic Vernon Heagy Brian Clough Sarah Nassar Nathalie Avelar Becky and Joe Heiman Natasha raina Waqas Ali leslie gerhardt Skilletbrew Bringeka Brooks Martin Yves Bouyssounouse Sam Diane White Youngblood Sarah Lemons Trophy Husband Trivia Rye Josloff Lynnette Keel Nathan Stenstrom Lillian Campbell Jerry Loven Ansley Bennett Gee Jamie Greig Jeremy Yoder Adam Jacoby rondell Adam Suzan Chelsea Walker Tiffany Poplin Bill Bavar Sarah Dan Katelyn Turner Keiva Brannigan Keith Martin Sue First Steve Hoeker Jessica Allen Michael Anthony White Lauren Glassman Brian Williams Henry Wagner Brett Livaudais Linda Elswick Carter A. Fourqurean KC Khoury Tonya Charles Justly Maya Brandon Lavin Kathy McHale Chuck Nealen Courtney French Nikki Long Mark Zarate Laura Palmer JT Dean Bratton Kristy Erin Burgess Chris Arneson Trenton Sullivan Jen and Nic Michele Lindemann Ben Stitzel Michael Redman Timothy Heavner Jeff Foust Richard Lefdal Myles Bagby Jenna Leatherman Albert Thomas Kimberly Brown Tracy Oldaker Sara Zimmerman Madeleine Garvey Jenni Yetter JohnB Patrick Leahy Dillon Enderby James Brown Christy Shipley Alexander Calder Ricky Carney Paul McLaughlin Casey OConnor Willy Powell Robert Casey Rich Hyjack Matthew Frost Brian Salyer Greg Bristow Megan Donnelly Jim Fields Mo Martinez Luke Mckay Simon Time Feana Nevel
In this episode of The Art of Costume Podcast, our hosts follow the yellow brick road straight into the magical world of The Wizard of Oz. From the iconic ruby slippers to Adrian's remarkable legacy as a costume designer, they explore the artistry that brought this Technicolor wonder to life. Along the way, they unpack some surprising on-set costume drama and revisit Margaret Hamilton's unforgettable guest appearance on Mister Rogers' Neighborhood. There's no place like this episode for a deep dive into one of cinema's most beloved costume achievements.
In this episode of The Art of Costume Podcast, our hosts follow the yellow brick road straight into the magical world of The Wizard of Oz. From the iconic ruby slippers to Adrian's remarkable legacy as a costume designer, they explore the artistry that brought this Technicolor wonder to life. Along the way, they unpack some surprising on-set costume drama and revisit Margaret Hamilton's unforgettable guest appearance on Mister Rogers' Neighborhood. There's no place like this episode for a deep dive into one of cinema's most beloved costume achievements.
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On this episode of The Karen Kenney Show, I'm diving into something near and dear to my heart - World Kindness Day!Whether you've been with me since the beginning or you're a brand new listener, I'm super excited to have you here as we discuss the power of spreading a little more love in the world.I talk about the everyday ways we can all show kindness, from picking up trash in your neighborhood, to getting inspired by amazing role models like Mister Rogers and Bob Ross – who are members of my Spiritual Team and my personal heroes in kindness and compassion!I share a sweet story about meeting a neighbor named Jessie and how she reminded me of the importance of not just “finding a kindness”, but “doing a kindness” and making it a part of our daily lives.We also reminisce about “The Kindness Boomerang” video, which shows how one small, good deed can ripple out and inspire kindness in others.It's all about those moments and movements that remind us that we're all connected and that every little action counts.I also invite you to join me in the 31 Days of Kindness campaign I learned about – which is a free, easy, no-strings-attached way to spread some positivity.Each day, you'll get a little inspiration in your inbox along with a simple act of kindness to try – but only if it speaks to your heart.It's not about being perfect or keeping score, it's about enjoying the chance to do a little more good -and- feel a whole lot better because of it!Finally, I sprinkle in some cool science showing how kindness truly makes us healthier and happier – by boosting our mood, improving our well-being, and even helping us be kinder to ourselves. So, if you want to join in or just take away a little nugget of inspiration, I hope this episode encourages you to be the reason someone smiles today (including yourself).Let's keep on lifting each other up and spreading the love - because the world could always use more kindness! ❤️ KK'S KEY TAKEAWAYS:• On this episode of The Karen Kenney Show, I celebrate World Kindness Day and the amazing impact of small acts of love.• I share a heartwarming story about meeting a neighbor while cleaning up my street, and how our daily kindness can inspire others.• We talk about the “Kindness Boomerang” Video and how one good deed can ripple out and make a big difference. • I invite you to join the free 31 Days of Kindness campaign – you can get inspired and choose your own daily acts of kindness!• Hear cool science about how kindness boosts our happiness, health, and even helps us be more compassionate to ourselves. • Let's keep spreading positivity—one kind moment at a time! BIO:Spiritual Mentor and writer Karen Kenney uses dynamic storytelling and humor to bring a down-to-earth, no-BS perspective to spirituality and self-development. Bringing together tools that coach both the conscious and unconscious mind, Karen also helps clients deepen their personal connection to Self and Source, in relatable, practical, and actionable ways, so they can discover their unique understanding of spirituality. Her practice combines neuroscience, subconscious reprogramming, Integrative Hypnosis, somatic work, Spiritual Mentoring, and other holistic modalities to help regulate the nervous system, rewrite old stories, remove blocks, and reimagine what's possible.A passionate yoga teacher for 25+ years, a longtime student of A Course in Miracles, and a Gateless
In this episode of States of Discovery, we continue our Orlando adventure with a journey through the city's soulful mix of food, art, and local culture. From a MICHELIN-recommended brunch spot to a stroll through Mister Rogers' beloved alma mater, and from Tiffany glass masterpieces to a Filipino fine dining experience, this episode captures the creativity and community that make Orlando truly one-of-a-kind.Join hosts Marisa & Sara as they explore the heart of Orlando and Winter Park through the voices of the people shaping its story—chefs, curators, and community leaders who remind us that the city's magic isn't just found in its theme parks, but in its neighborhoods, kitchens, and art galleries.Featured Stops in Orlando:Se7en Bites (Milk District, Orlando) – Chef Trina Gregory shares her story behind this MICHELIN-recommended spot serving nostalgic Southern comfort food with a modern twist.
Mister Rogers made it famous, but Jesus said it first: "Love your neighbor." You can't change the world by minding your own business, and Jesus never intended us to keep love at a distance. When we step across fences, sidewalks, and comfort zones to love our neighbors, we not only look more like Jesus - we just might change the world.
Where have you gone, Fred Rogers? Our nation turns its lonely eyes to you. On this look back into the Popping Collars archives, Greg welcomes special guests Tony Jones, Richard Lindsay, and Ryan Parker to discuss the legacy of Mister Rogers' Neighborhood and its impact on a generation of children. Do you think the age of American civility is over? Send us your feedback at poppingcollarspodcast@gmail.com or wade through the muck of social media and dare to post a *gasp* positive comment. Find us on the web at poppingcollarspodcast.com Don't forget to pick up some awesome merch Check out our Youtube offerings Read Greg's ramblings about movies at Letterboxd
This week on The Super Retro Podcast:We built the ultimate trip to the mall by choosing between some classic mall staples you'll definitely remember. Then we dropped our Top 5 NES Black Box Games and revealed our Top 5 Arnold Schwarzenegger movies of all time.We also took a nostalgic turn remembering those homemade popsicles in the ice tray and just how essential those trays were back in the day, along with that creepy puppet from Mister Rogers and plenty of other throwbacks.Tuck's Music Corner was firing on all cylinders, we officially announced our new sponsor with Arcade 1Up, the Discord Drops were unreal as usual, the Mailbag was loaded, and we had possibly the best Fit Check submission ever.All that and much more on this week's episode of The Super Retro Podcast.⸻Today's episode was brought to you by Salty Water. Hydrate Your Inner Warrior! Support our sponsors:IG: https://www.instagram.com/drinksaltywater/Buy: https://tinyurl.com/4c4kz9ceWebsite: https://drinksaltywater.com/⸻Arcade1upWebsite: https://arcade1up.com/Use "KeepinitRetro10" for 10% off Discord: https://discord.gg/superretroMaster list on our NES collection: https://superretropod.com/nes-game-list-super-retro/Join our channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMP4yO-dFGayGUkT_MVYrhQ/joinEmail: SuperRetroPod@gmail.comAll things Super Retro: https://linktr.ee/superretroInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/superretropodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@superretropod
Guest: Lori G. MeltonJourney with a Giant: Choose Your Guide, Pursue Your Purpose, and Grow in Your Walk with GodAuthor Lori G. Melton invites you to take the next step in your spiritual formation and embark on a year-long journey alongside a “giant” of faith, inspired by the author's year of studying the life of Mister Fred Rogers, America's favorite neighbor.So many of us want to go deeper in our faith. We long for a clearer sense of God's calling in our lives, but knowing where to start can be more than half the battle. What if we could learn from a trusted guide who's already walked the path? If you're in leadership, what would you give to shadow someone like Queen Elizabeth II? Or if you're an artist, what would you give to spend a year with Madeleine L'Engle or Michelangelo? What if you're longing for courage and you could take notes from George Washington or Harriet Tubman? How might God shape you through the example of faithful believers and strengthen you to become who He created you to be? Journey with a Giant introduces the transformative practice of walking with a spiritual giant. Based on the “cloud of witnesses” described in Hebrews 12 and illustrated through the author's experience walking with Mister Fred Rogers—America's favorite neighbor—spiritual director Lori Melton guides readers on a one-year adventure that offers a unique approach to spiritual formation.This structured yet flexible guide includes: • weekly reflections• testimonials from fellow pilgrims• monthly instructions and tasks• prompts for recording your focus, goals, resources, and insights• guided prayer to end each month• reflection questions• journaling spaceWhether you choose to learn from Mister Rogers or select your own spiritual mentor, this journey will help you cultivate a closer relationship with God, uncover new insights about yourself, and take meaningful steps toward pursuing God's unique calling for you.Get the Book: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/764110/journey-with-a-giant-by-lori-g-melton/About the AuthorLori G. Melton is an author, spiritual director, retreat leader, and a member of Hope*Writers. She and her husband, Bryan, are the creators of the Sanctuary Stirrings Podcast and the founders and directors of The Sanctuary at Bear Creek Retreat Center, which serves hundreds of people a year. When she's not writing, speaking, or welcoming guests, she enjoys spending time with her six children and three grandchildren. She and her husband live in Allegan, Michigan.Thank you for joining us here this week in the neighborhood.Theme Music featured on this podcast is “Won't You Be My Neighbor” performed by Rick Lee JamesAlso a special thanks to the @MisterRogersSay Community on Twitter and Instagram.Your host is Rick Lee James.Rick's Twitter account is @RickLeeJames and his web site is RickLeeJames.com.Podcasts From Rick Lee James & Voices In My Head ProductionsThis Podcast Is Hosted by Rick Lee JamesMister Rogers Quotes on Twitter: @MisterRogersSayRick Lee James on Twitter: @RickLeeJamesRick Lee James Web Site: www.RickLeeJames.com----more----Voices In My Head Productions does not profit from this program. This show is completely a labor of love out of the respect that the host has for the life of Fred Rogers. We do not own images or sound clips of Fred Rogers used on this show. While this is not a legally binding Mea Culpa, we would appreciate you not suing us. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe
SCP-939 is a species of endothermic pack hunters with atrophied biological systems similar to troglobitic organisms typically found in deep cave systems.Content Warnings: Gun violence, Descriptions of violence, Cannibalism, Stillborn birth, Implied murder of an infant, self harmListen to Mayfair Watchers Society: https://open.spotify.com/show/4cF39z0TJByoJ9cKGWeUk6 TranscriptPatrons corey williams, Chelsey Gilmore, Tibula, Tanner Robicheaux, Mandrake, Chris J, Muse C, CalamitousGaze, Ark knight, Dokkaebi, Dorigar, Charles Wolf, Lil Rotini, qSleepo, Atkella, 820 Geckos with Anxiety, OG Koap, Pip Azzara, Mister Rogers blood stained sweater, Chris Wood, nadiya6154Cast & Crew SCP Archives was created by Pacific S. Obadiah & Jon GrilzSCP-939 was written by Adam Smascher and EchoFourDeltaScript by Kevin WhitlockNarrator - Jon GrilzAgent Shandrick- Rissa MontañezAgent Washburne - Damon AlumsAgent Michaels - Ashlee JonesAgent Nichols - Marquiz MooreTask Force Control- Ben CounterSCP- 939 - Kayla Temshiv, Chris Harris-Beechey, Janine Bower, Derrick ValenCharles Wood - Russ MoreMartin Conway - Dustin ParsonsJonah Scott - Stephen IndrisanoAllison May - Bailey WolfeJane Newman - Elissa ParkPolice Officer - Kale BrownAgent King - Erika SandersonSCP-939-101 - B. NarrDr. Rollins - Melissa LuskArt - Eduardo Valdés-HeviaMusic- Mattie Roi BergerDialogue Editor - Dustin ParsonsSound Designer - Brad ColbroockShowrunner - Daisy McNamaraCreative Director - Pacific S. ObadiahExecutive Producer - Tom Owen Presented by Bloody FMwww.Bloody-Disgusting.comwww.SCParchives.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/scp_podStore: https://store.dftba.com/collections/scp-archivesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/scp_pod/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/scparchives.bsky.socialDiscord: https://discord.gg/tJEeNUzeZXTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@scppodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/scparchives Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Composer and long-time friend, Walt Ribeiro @ForOrchestra, joins Frank and Anthony for this maiden voyage broadcast. We'll talk about the origins of The Playhouse, as well as a number of items: The Musical Brilliance of Mister Rogers; the dawn of AI Record Deals; and general reaction to some of the media being produced by users of OpenAI's latest image generation toys. If there is time, we'll bring the audience in for reaction of their own! Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/pjfaRRhtGIQ
Sports with Rod 10-24-2025 …The Chargers Crush the Vikings …Gambling is hard enough without the players fixing the games …Teachable Moments with Mister Rogers
In this week's episode, we dissect Herbie: Fully Loaded, a film released on June 24, 2005, starring Lindsay Lohan, Michael Keaton, Matt Dillon, Justin Long, and a '63 VW Beetle named Herbie . Join us as we discuss spiritual connections, sentient cars, 50 year-old brothers, NASCAR, pinks, and more!Notable Mentions + References in This Episode:How sentient is NASCAR Herbie? (Roger Ebert Review)The Love Bug (1968)Rumors - Lindsay LohanFirst - Lindsay LohanHello - Lionel Richie (Herbie Falls in Love)My Shiny Teeth and Me - Chip SkylarkScary Movie 2Michael Keaton's Work on Mister Roger's NeighborhoodDouble Teamed (Episode 045)Right on Track (Episode 053)Johnny Kapahala: Back on Board (Episode 078)Connect with us:Instagram: @in_hindsight_podTwitter: @in_hindsightpod Want us to dissect one of your favorite childhood movies? Send us a DM or email us at inhindsightpod@gmail.com.Thanks for listening!
Damon gets to talk to I-Jen about Taiwan, teaching, Pasic 50, Mister Rogers, and so much more. There's also segments like gig alerts, educational spotlights, music news, and others.
Update: Stolen gas station dinosaur was returned with an apology note, They had to do a study to figure this out...Political bumper stickers make you a road rage magnet, Brilliant: Someone used A.I. to create a WWE wrestling match between Bob Ross and Mister Rogers
(ORIGINAL AIRDATE: September 11, 2020) Hello, neighbor! Will and Lucas get down to tackling a true titan of children's television, Mister Rogers' Neighborhood. They cover a brief history of the man himself, his amazing outfits and his innate charisma and showmanship before settling into an episode and ruminating on the big question: Does Mister Rogers' Neighborhood hang with today's crop of kid's entertainment?
On this episode of The Karen Kenney Show, we're talking about hope.What it really means, why it sometimes gets a bad rap, and how we can look at it through a bunch of different lenses. I share why hope isn't just some fluffy, pie-in-the-sky idea - but actually a powerful mindset and a skill that we can practice every day, especially when the world feels crazy, overwhelming or out of control. We talk about how hope is more than just a feeling… it's also a way of thinking, a call to action, and a belief in the possibility of a better future! I get into the idea of “learned hopefulness,” and how it's wicked interesting that hope actually needs a little uncertainty or negativity to get activated. Plus, I share stories from Greek mythology, psychology, and even a little Mister Rogers - to show how hope can be a guiding light, even when things look and feel tough. One of my big takeaways is that hope isn't passive.It's not about just wishing things would get better, it's about believing we can make a positive difference and then getting our ass in gear and actually doing something about it. I talk about the importance of shifting our perspective, training our minds to look for the good, the beautiful, and the holy…And how our individual actions can ripple out to create bigger change in our families, communities, and the world. If you're feeling a little low on hope, I invite you to join me in practicing it!Visualize the future you want, “walk as if” your dreams are already happening, and remember that hope can be an act of resistance and a source of strength. And if you want to go deeper or get support, come check out my “Nest” community -or- my one-to-one mentoring. Wherever you are, may you leave the world a little better than you found it, and may your hope be a blessing to yourself and others! ❤️ KK'S KEY TAKEAWAYS:• Hope is more than a feeling; it is a mindset, a call to action, a practice, and a belief in the possibility of positive change.• Practicing hope requires us to shift our perspective and train our minds to look for the good, the beautiful, and the holy.• Hope is not passive; it inspires us to take action and create the future we want to see.• “Learned Hopefulness” means cultivating the belief that we can positively influence our own lives and the world.• Visualizing and embodying your desired future can more likely help to make hope a lived reality.• Individual change and inner peace are the starting points for creating broader change in families, communities, and society.• Hope can be an act of resistance and a source of strength during difficult times.• Joining a supportive community can help you practice and sustain hope in your daily life. BIO:Spiritual Mentor and writer Karen Kenney uses humor and dynamic storytelling to bring a down-to-earth, no-BS perspective to self-development.Bringing together tools that coach the conscious and unconscious mind, Karen helps clients deepen their connections with Self, and discover their unique understandings of spirituality. Her practice combines neuroscience, subconscious reprogramming, Integrative Hypnosis, somatic work, spiritual mentoring, and other holistic modalities to help regulate the nervous system, examine internal narratives, remove blocks, and reimagine what's possible.A passionate yoga teacher, long-time student of A Course in Miracles, and Gateless Writing instructor, Karen is a frequent speaker and retreat leader. Via her programs The Quest and The Nest, she coaches both...
The world is often cynical about kindness. We tend to wonder, "What's their hidden motive?" Fred Rogers, the cardigan-wearing TV host, faced that skepticism daily on Mister Rogers' Neighborhood. His show's mission, rooted in his Christian faith, was about seeing people's pain and suffering with them. It's the same approach Jesus showed in His neighborhood, ministering to the hurting and neglected, while others rushed by. Join Horizon at the 11 a.m. Exploring Service for WON'T YOU BE MY NEIGHBOR?, as we unpack how Mister Rogers and Jesus taught us to care for those around us.
In this heartfelt solo episode of Mirror Talk: Soulful Conversations, we explore what it truly means to shine your light in a world that often feels dark, heavy, and discouraging. Too often, we dim our brilliance to fit in, to be accepted, or to avoid making others uncomfortable. But your light — your voice, your gifts, your essence — was never meant to be hidden.Through powerful real-life stories of Nelson Mandela, Malala Yousafzai, and Mister Rogers, you'll discover the courage it takes to shine authentically, and the ripple effects it creates when you do. You'll also learn practical ways to:Stop apologising for who you are.Use your unique light to serve others.Protect your flame from negativity and burnout.Remember: even a small light has the power to break through the darkest night. It's time to step out of the shadows, stop shrinking, and embrace your brilliance unapologetically. Because the world needs your light — and it needs it now.CONFESSIONS is now available: https://mirrortalkpodcast.com/confessions-book/ Thank you for joining me on this MIRROR TALK podcast journey. Please subscribe to any platform and remember to leave a review and rating.Stay connected: https://linktr.ee/mirrortalkpodcast More inspiring episodes and show notes are here: https://mirrortalkpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/ Your opinions, thoughts, suggestions, and comments are important to us. Share them here: https://mirrortalkpodcast.com/your-opinion-matters/ Support us by becoming a Patron. Please consider subscribing to one or more of our offerings at http://patreon.com/MirrorTalk All proceeds will help enhance the quality of our work and outreach, enabling us to serve you better.We use and trust these podcasting tools, software, and gear. We've partnered with amazing platforms to give our Mirror Talk community exclusive deals and discounts: https://mirrortalkpodcast.com/mirror-talks-recommended-podcasting-tools-exclusive-discounts/
The world is often cynical about kindness. We tend to wonder, "What's their hidden motive?" Fred Rogers, the cardigan-wearing TV host, faced that skepticism daily on Mister Rogers' Neighborhood. His show's mission, rooted in his Christian faith, was about seeing people's pain and suffering with them. It's the same approach Jesus showed in His neighborhood, ministering to the hurting and neglected, while others rushed by. Join Horizon at the 11 a.m. Exploring Service for WON'T YOU BE MY NEIGHBOR?, as we unpack how Mister Rogers and Jesus taught us to care for those around us.
Continuing to talk about the impact of Mister Rogers.
What are we doing to our kids by letting them have cell phones? Angela Fox tells us. Also, Plain Glass, Stain Glass with Pastor Chad Hovind. Talking about the impact Mister Rogers made on people's lives.
The world is often cynical about kindness. We tend to wonder, "What's their hidden motive?" Fred Rogers, the cardigan-wearing TV host, faced that skepticism daily on Mister Rogers' Neighborhood. His show's mission, rooted in his Christian faith, was about seeing people's pain and suffering with them. It's the same approach Jesus showed in His neighborhood, ministering to the hurting and neglected, while others rushed by. Join Horizon at the 11 a.m. Exploring Service for WON'T YOU BE MY NEIGHBOR?, as we unpack how Mister Rogers and Jesus taught us to care for those around us.
The world is often cynical about kindness. We tend to wonder, "What's their hidden motive?" Fred Rogers, the cardigan-wearing TV host, faced that skepticism daily on Mister Rogers' Neighborhood. His show's mission, rooted in his Christian faith, was about seeing people's pain and suffering with them. It's the same approach Jesus showed in His neighborhood, ministering to the hurting and neglected, while others rushed by. Join Horizon at the 11 a.m. Exploring Service for WON'T YOU BE MY NEIGHBOR?, as we unpack how Mister Rogers and Jesus taught us to care for those around us.
What if the most powerful brand you could build didn't shout, it whispered, “You're enough”? That's the quiet revolution Miss Katie Sings is leading. In this episode of Design Of, we sit down with Katie Norregaard, aka Miss Katie Sings, a musician, educator, and content creator who's redefining what it means to connect with your audience. With calm clarity and cultural depth, she's grown from a single homemade video during lockdown to a trusted global presence in children's music, simply by being herself. She didn't launch with a marketing team or a strategy deck. She launched with a box of rice as a drum, a $0 brand name, and an unwavering belief that kids deserve better. Her presence, gentle, intentional, and deeply human, has drawn comparisons to Mister Rogers. Not because she imitates him, but because she shares his radical belief: that children deserve to be seen, heard, and taken seriously. Here's why this one's worth your time: Because Katie's story is what every brand leader, creative, educator, or purpose-driven entrepreneur needs right now, proof that authenticity scales, and that the right voice can cut through the noise by being exactly what the world needs: human. And if you're simply someone trying to be a good human yourself, this story will remind you how much impact one kind, clear voice can make. In this episode, you'll hear: + How “I Am Enough” became a viral anthem for emotional resilience + Why Miss Katie's Mr. Rogers-style calm is her brand, and a differentiator + How representation and anti-bias education are built into her content strategy + What it means to grow a community by showing up gently but consistently + How a non-flashy approach became her biggest competitive advantage + Stories that reveal the real impact of leading with empathy and intention “You can be loved exactly as you are.” It's not just a lyric. It's a strategy, and a reminder. Whether you're building a brand, telling a story, or trying to connect more deeply with your audience, this episode is a blueprint for how powerful simplicity and honesty can be.
The world is often cynical about kindness. We tend to wonder, "What's their hidden motive?" Fred Rogers, the cardigan-wearing TV host, faced that skepticism daily on Mister Rogers' Neighborhood. His show's mission, rooted in his Christian faith, was about seeing people's pain and suffering with them. It's the same approach Jesus showed in His neighborhood, ministering to the hurting and neglected, while others rushed by. Join Horizon at the 11 a.m. Exploring Service for WON'T YOU BE MY NEIGHBOR?, as we unpack how Mister Rogers and Jesus taught us to care for those around us.
In this episode, editor-at-large Peter Beinart speaks to children's television star Rachel Griffin Accurso, better known to her fans as Ms. Rachel, about her advocacy for Palestinian children in Gaza, tens of thousands of whom have been maimed or killed by Israel over the last 22 months, with many more enduring a relentless campaign of starvation. Ms. Rachel, who has been called this generation's Mister Rogers, began speaking out in May 2024, when she participated in a Save the Children fundraiser for kids in conflict zones, including Gaza. The backlash from the pro-Israel camp was so pronounced that Ms. Rachel soon posted a teary video discussing the bullying she was facing. The Zionist backlash has continued, with the doxxing outfit Stop Antisemitism formally requesting in April that the Department of Justice investigate Ms. Rachel to determine if she was “being remunerated to disseminate Hamas-aligned propaganda to her millions of followers.” But Ms. Rachel has not stopped insisting that Palestinian children, like all children, deserve safety and care. In May, she invited a three-year-old double amputee from Gaza named Rahaf onto her show. Beinart spoke to Ms. Rachel about her advocacy for Palestinian children and the pro-Israel backlash, the role faith and prayer have played in her decision to speak out, and why more celebrities haven't followed suit.This conversation first appeared on The Beinart Notebook on Substack.Thanks to Jesse Brenneman for producing and to Nathan Salsburg for the use of his song “VIII (All That Were Calculated Have Passed).”Media Mentioned and Further Reading“Pro-Israel group asks DoJ to investigate Ms. Rachel over posts on Gaza children,” Joseph Gedeon, The Guardian“Ms. Rachel's emotional plea for the lives of Palestinian children,” Christiane Amanpour, CNNMs. Rachel's fundraising page at the Palestine Children's Relief Fund“A year of tears: 12 months of war on children,” UNICEF ReportTranscript forthcoming.
In When You Wonder, You're Learning, Gregg Behr and Ryan Rydzewski bring the lessons of Mister Rogers' Neighborhood into the digital age, helping parents raise more creative, curious, and caring kids.
Since the end of the last cease-fire between Israel and Hamas in March, people in Gaza are facing increasingly dire humanitarian conditions. Over nearly seven decades, research conducted at Hawaii’s Mauna Loa Observatory taught us that global warming is happening and humans are causing most of it. Trump's proposed budget for 2026 would shutter the observatory. Before “Mister Rogers” or “Sesame Street,” Shari Lewis created, voiced, and performed a diminutive sock puppet named Lamb Chop. Her story is the focus of a new documentary.
Jennifer Baumgartner shares some lessons in love and learning from Mr. Rogers' legacy on episode 579 of the Teaching in Higher Ed podcast. Quotes from the episode Mr. Rodgers was a very comforting influence as a young child. -Jennifer Baumgartner Moving slowly or taking your time is a very key theme of Mr. Rogers neighborhood, and also Fred Rogers' life and the way he lived it. -Jennifer Baumgartner He didn't shy away from talking about difficult subjects. -Jennifer Baumgartner Anything that is mentionable is manageable. -Jennifer Baumgartner Resources Fred Rogers Institute Fred Rogers Institute at Saint Vincent College The Neighborhood of Make-Believe You don't have to wait for the clock to strike to start teaching, by Peter Newbury Go Somewhere: Reimagining Technology in Education for a Better Tomorrow, Bonni Stachowiak's Keynote at LSU's Faculty Colloquium Speaking Freddish: How to Sound Like Mister Rogers, by Alexei Novak “Did You Know?” Song by Mister Rogers 10 to 25: The Science of Motivating Young People, by David Yeager Cartoon about writing Teaching C-I Substack Fred Rogers Archive OuiSi Original: Games of Visual Connection Thomas Dambo – Recycled Art and Troll Sculptures Trollmap – Locations of Thomas Dambo's Trolls Won't You Be My Neighbor? (2018 Documentary)
12 - Should we be marveling at AI, or should we be cursing it? Dom reacts to Dave McCormick's tech summit yesterday with Trump and Doug Burgum both laying out big plans for AI in our future. 1205 - Will the National NEA branch be defunded as other government funded think tanks are losing their funding? 1210 - Side - who is that all-time snake? 1220 - Your calls. Why is PBS using Mister Rogers as a shield from beyond the grave? 1230 - Attorney Joseph Podraza Jr., Partner with Lamb McErlane PC, representing the parents of Ellen Greenberg, Joshua and Sandra Greenberg, joins us today to discuss his case as Hulu is releasing a documentary on the true crime story. Why is this clear murder still listed in the system as a suicide? How is Josh Shapiro connected to this case? Was there a conflict of interest in the DA's office in this case? What tips off Joseph that this was not a suicide? What kind of help or cooperation is Joseph looking for in this case? 1250 - Should Dom stop talking about the Epstein Case?
12 - Should we be marveling at AI, or should we be cursing it? Dom reacts to Dave McCormick's tech summit yesterday with Trump and Doug Burgum both laying out big plans for AI in our future. 1205 - Will the National NEA branch be defunded as other government funded think tanks are losing their funding? 1210 - Side - who is that all-time snake? 1220 - Your calls. Why is PBS using Mister Rogers as a shield from beyond the grave? 1230 - Attorney Joseph Podraza Jr., Partner with Lamb McErlane PC, representing the parents of Ellen Greenberg, Joshua and Sandra Greenberg, joins us today to discuss his case as Hulu is releasing a documentary on the true crime story. Why is this clear murder still listed in the system as a suicide? How is Josh Shapiro connected to this case? Was there a conflict of interest in the DA's office in this case? What tips off Joseph that this was not a suicide? What kind of help or cooperation is Joseph looking for in this case? 1250 - Should Dom stop talking about the Epstein Case? 1 - Is it time to move on from Epstein? Mike Johnson does a solid impression of Donald Trump. Your contentious calls. 115 - Continuing with the Epstein discussion and your calls. 135 - Are the Epstein files so explosive geopolitically that Trump cannot release them? Will Trump eradicate the deep state? 140 - Pennsylvania Senate President Kim Ward joins us. What was her biggest takeaway from Dave McCormick's summit yesterday? Was this a positive for Josh Shapiro and will he follow through on McCormick's vision? Why does Kim feel the need for Republicans to stay strong in the state senate? Will PA opt into school choice? 155 - Continuing on with talks of the “Deep State” as the target of the Russiagate hoax speaks out. 2 - Is General Flynn serious with his claims or is he in bed with the Democrats? Matt Rooney noted that this is the first summer without wind projects developing in front of patrons down the Jersey shore. 210 - More on the secrets of the Epstein files. Was Trump implicated? 215 - Dom's Money Melody! 220 - Is HHS looking to legalize “party drugs”? Apparently ecstasy, LSD, and other drugs are being considered by HHS Head RFK Jr. to be legalized for stress issues. Is that smart? 225 - Your calls. 240 - Where do we stand on LSD-assisted therapy? Is it even LSD anymore at that point? Should we be studying the medicinal effects of the drug? 250 - The Lightning Round!
In the 1950s, a man named Fred Rogers would attend Rollins College here in Orlando. In the years after, he would revolutionize children's television, and become a champion for public media in the United States. Contact your Senators to protect public media. Contact Rick Scott and Ashley Moody. Thank you to Chelsea Rice for her incredible design of our logo! Follow Chelsea on Instagram here! I do not own the rights to videos used in this episode. They are linked below. Mr. Rogers on how crayons are made AFirst and last Mr. Rogers Neighborhood intro Mister Rogers - Bobby Kennedy Assassination May 1, 1969: Fred Rogers testifies before the Senate Subcommittee on Communications What do you do with the mad that you feel? Mister Rogers sings It's You I Like Read more about Mister Rogers right here at the Fred Rogers Institute! Besides the aforementioned videos, all of the music was originally composed.