Podcasts about Monk

Evening Prayer for Saturday, February 28, 2026 (Eve of the Second Sunday in Lent; Ember Day [Spring Saturday]; John Cassian, Monk and Teacher of the Faith, 453).Psalm and Scripture readings (60-day Psalter):Psalm 145Lamentations 4Romans 12⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here to access the text for the Daily Office at DailyOffice2019.com.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here to support The Daily Office Podcast with a one-time gift or a recurring donation.

Morning Prayer for Saturday, February 28, 2026 (Ember Day [Spring Saturday]; The First Sunday in Lent; John Cassian, Monk and Teacher of the Faith, 453).Psalm and Scripture readings (60-day Psalter):Psalm 144Exodus 7Matthew 12:22-50⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here to access the text for the Daily Office at DailyOffice2019.com.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here to support The Daily Office Podcast with a one-time gift or a recurring donation.

In this expanded edition to a groundbreaking work, now in paperback, Lincoln and the Jews: A History (NYU Press, 2025), Jonathan D. Sarna and Benjamin Shapell reveal how Abraham Lincoln's unprecedentedly inclusive relationship with American Jews broadened him as president, and, as a result, broadened America. A conversation with Professor Jonathan D. Sarna. Co-authored with collector and scholar Benjamin Shapell, the book began as a lush coffee-table volume built around Shapell's remarkable Civil War–era collection: letters, photographs, and documents that reveal Lincoln's Jewish connections in real time. It has since been reissued in paperback by NYU Press, making it far easier to teach, carry, and assign. The shift mirrors the project's purpose: from a beautiful artifact to a working tool for rethinking Lincoln's world. Sarna stresses that Lincoln didn't “know Jews” in the abstract; he knew particular Jews who mattered. Abraham Jonas, an early ally, saw Lincoln as presidential material and encouraged the Republican Party to build a coalition of “outsiders,” explicitly including Jews. Lincoln also developed ties with German-speaking Jewish “48ers,” refugees of the failed 1848 revolutions who brought democratic ideals and anti-slavery commitments. Even in Illinois, Lincoln's visits to Jewish clothing stores signaled a new kind of everyday encounter between Americans and Jewish merchants. The book opens with a table of concentric circles of relationships between Lincoln and the Jews. Equally important is Lincoln's religious formation. Raised in a Protestant culture steeped in the Hebrew Bible and divine providence, he drew heavily on biblical language. His letters and speeches are studded with scriptural echoes, reflecting a worldview in which Jews remain central to God's historical drama rather than a superseded people. This helps explain his “live and let live” stance toward religious difference at a time when some ministers were moving toward more exclusionary theologies. Our conversation touched on Lincoln's reference to Haman from the Book of Esther in a letter to Joshua Speed. In an age of deep biblical literacy, Haman was a recognizable symbol of evil, later applied by some Jews to Grant after General Orders No. 11. Sarna also recounted the visit of a self-proclaimed prophet named Monk, who asked Lincoln to endorse a plan to “free the Jews” worldwide. Lincoln's witty, biblically informed response (from the book of Joel) both acknowledged Jewish suffering abroad and rejected the idea of a special “Jewish problem” in the United States. We also explored how 19th-century debates over the Mortara affair in Italy—where a secretly baptized Jewish child was taken from his parents by papal authorities—intersected with American slavery. President Buchanan's refusal to condemn Rome, Sarna noted, reflected fears that criticizing Church-sanctioned child removal could invite scrutiny of the United States' own separation of enslaved families. Lincoln and the Jews ultimately invites us to place Jews back into the center of the American story. Lincoln's friendships, his Hebrew Bible–shaped imagination, and his commitment to equality created a landscape in which Jews were not an abstract “question,” but neighbors and citizens. To understand Lincoln fully, Sarna suggests, we must see the Jews who walked beside him—and to understand American Jewish history, we must see how deeply it is entwined with Lincoln's moral and political world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

In this expanded edition to a groundbreaking work, now in paperback, Lincoln and the Jews: A History (NYU Press, 2025), Jonathan D. Sarna and Benjamin Shapell reveal how Abraham Lincoln's unprecedentedly inclusive relationship with American Jews broadened him as president, and, as a result, broadened America. A conversation with Professor Jonathan D. Sarna. Co-authored with collector and scholar Benjamin Shapell, the book began as a lush coffee-table volume built around Shapell's remarkable Civil War–era collection: letters, photographs, and documents that reveal Lincoln's Jewish connections in real time. It has since been reissued in paperback by NYU Press, making it far easier to teach, carry, and assign. The shift mirrors the project's purpose: from a beautiful artifact to a working tool for rethinking Lincoln's world. Sarna stresses that Lincoln didn't “know Jews” in the abstract; he knew particular Jews who mattered. Abraham Jonas, an early ally, saw Lincoln as presidential material and encouraged the Republican Party to build a coalition of “outsiders,” explicitly including Jews. Lincoln also developed ties with German-speaking Jewish “48ers,” refugees of the failed 1848 revolutions who brought democratic ideals and anti-slavery commitments. Even in Illinois, Lincoln's visits to Jewish clothing stores signaled a new kind of everyday encounter between Americans and Jewish merchants. The book opens with a table of concentric circles of relationships between Lincoln and the Jews. Equally important is Lincoln's religious formation. Raised in a Protestant culture steeped in the Hebrew Bible and divine providence, he drew heavily on biblical language. His letters and speeches are studded with scriptural echoes, reflecting a worldview in which Jews remain central to God's historical drama rather than a superseded people. This helps explain his “live and let live” stance toward religious difference at a time when some ministers were moving toward more exclusionary theologies. Our conversation touched on Lincoln's reference to Haman from the Book of Esther in a letter to Joshua Speed. In an age of deep biblical literacy, Haman was a recognizable symbol of evil, later applied by some Jews to Grant after General Orders No. 11. Sarna also recounted the visit of a self-proclaimed prophet named Monk, who asked Lincoln to endorse a plan to “free the Jews” worldwide. Lincoln's witty, biblically informed response (from the book of Joel) both acknowledged Jewish suffering abroad and rejected the idea of a special “Jewish problem” in the United States. We also explored how 19th-century debates over the Mortara affair in Italy—where a secretly baptized Jewish child was taken from his parents by papal authorities—intersected with American slavery. President Buchanan's refusal to condemn Rome, Sarna noted, reflected fears that criticizing Church-sanctioned child removal could invite scrutiny of the United States' own separation of enslaved families. Lincoln and the Jews ultimately invites us to place Jews back into the center of the American story. Lincoln's friendships, his Hebrew Bible–shaped imagination, and his commitment to equality created a landscape in which Jews were not an abstract “question,” but neighbors and citizens. To understand Lincoln fully, Sarna suggests, we must see the Jews who walked beside him—and to understand American Jewish history, we must see how deeply it is entwined with Lincoln's moral and political world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/jewish-studies

Just finished up a 36 hour monk fast, going 36 hours without food. It is fricking awesome. I feel great!!In this episode, prepared on the 36th hour, I outline my own experience and results relating to the power of fasting to enhance the mind, the body, and the spirt.In this episode, you'll learn about the monk fast, its benefits, and how to integrate it into your life. Perfect for anyone looking to improve health and well-being through fasting.Intermittent fasting has gained popularity in recent years, but what if there's a way to elevate its benefits even further? Enter the monk fast—a powerful wellness tool that can enhance your health, boost brain function, and promote spiritual clarity. In this blog post, we'll delve into the monk fast, what it entails, its benefits, and tips for success. What is the Monk Fast?The monk fast is a form of intermittent fasting that involves abstaining from food for 36 hours. This practice is rooted in the Theravada Buddhist tradition, where fasting is seen as a means to achieve spiritual clarity and enlightenment. But beyond its spiritual significance, the monk fast offers numerous health benefits that have been validated by science.The Benefits of FastingFasting, especially the monk fast, can lead to several remarkable health benefits:Metabolic Switch: After 12 to 16 hours without food, your body begins to switch from burning glycogen (stored carbohydrates) to burning fat. This metabolic shift can help reduce body fat and promote weight loss.Increased Clarity and Focus: Many practitioners report heightened mental clarity and energy during fasting. This is attributed to the production of ketones, which serve as an alternative energy source for the brain.Cellular Repair: Fasting triggers autophagy, a process where the body cleans out damaged cells and regenerates new ones. This cellular cleanup can have protective effects against diseases, including cancer.Like any health practice, do your own research before doing any kind of fasting and of course, consult your own medical professional before changing how you eat.

In this expanded edition to a groundbreaking work, now in paperback, Lincoln and the Jews: A History (NYU Press, 2025), Jonathan D. Sarna and Benjamin Shapell reveal how Abraham Lincoln's unprecedentedly inclusive relationship with American Jews broadened him as president, and, as a result, broadened America. A conversation with Professor Jonathan D. Sarna. Co-authored with collector and scholar Benjamin Shapell, the book began as a lush coffee-table volume built around Shapell's remarkable Civil War–era collection: letters, photographs, and documents that reveal Lincoln's Jewish connections in real time. It has since been reissued in paperback by NYU Press, making it far easier to teach, carry, and assign. The shift mirrors the project's purpose: from a beautiful artifact to a working tool for rethinking Lincoln's world. Sarna stresses that Lincoln didn't “know Jews” in the abstract; he knew particular Jews who mattered. Abraham Jonas, an early ally, saw Lincoln as presidential material and encouraged the Republican Party to build a coalition of “outsiders,” explicitly including Jews. Lincoln also developed ties with German-speaking Jewish “48ers,” refugees of the failed 1848 revolutions who brought democratic ideals and anti-slavery commitments. Even in Illinois, Lincoln's visits to Jewish clothing stores signaled a new kind of everyday encounter between Americans and Jewish merchants. The book opens with a table of concentric circles of relationships between Lincoln and the Jews. Equally important is Lincoln's religious formation. Raised in a Protestant culture steeped in the Hebrew Bible and divine providence, he drew heavily on biblical language. His letters and speeches are studded with scriptural echoes, reflecting a worldview in which Jews remain central to God's historical drama rather than a superseded people. This helps explain his “live and let live” stance toward religious difference at a time when some ministers were moving toward more exclusionary theologies. Our conversation touched on Lincoln's reference to Haman from the Book of Esther in a letter to Joshua Speed. In an age of deep biblical literacy, Haman was a recognizable symbol of evil, later applied by some Jews to Grant after General Orders No. 11. Sarna also recounted the visit of a self-proclaimed prophet named Monk, who asked Lincoln to endorse a plan to “free the Jews” worldwide. Lincoln's witty, biblically informed response (from the book of Joel) both acknowledged Jewish suffering abroad and rejected the idea of a special “Jewish problem” in the United States. We also explored how 19th-century debates over the Mortara affair in Italy—where a secretly baptized Jewish child was taken from his parents by papal authorities—intersected with American slavery. President Buchanan's refusal to condemn Rome, Sarna noted, reflected fears that criticizing Church-sanctioned child removal could invite scrutiny of the United States' own separation of enslaved families. Lincoln and the Jews ultimately invites us to place Jews back into the center of the American story. Lincoln's friendships, his Hebrew Bible–shaped imagination, and his commitment to equality created a landscape in which Jews were not an abstract “question,” but neighbors and citizens. To understand Lincoln fully, Sarna suggests, we must see the Jews who walked beside him—and to understand American Jewish history, we must see how deeply it is entwined with Lincoln's moral and political world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/american-studies

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What happens when a world-class macromolecular scientist—who engineered innovations for NASA and the US Army—reaches the breaking point of burnout? You don't just heal; you decode the biology of joy. In this powerhouse episode of Never Perfect, Dr. Beth sits down with Dr. Mamta Bhatt, a scientist and executive consultant for J&J and Nike turned holistic wellness pioneer. After spending 20 years in a monastery, Dr. Bhatt synthesized her rigorous scientific background with ancient wisdom to create a revolutionary healing protocol to get herself well after years of being bedridden. Now she helps clients globally. From reversing 25-year insomnia to resolving chronic metabolic issues in just months, her results speak for themselves. If you have ever felt that your worth is tied to your "doing," or that rest is something you must "earn," this conversation is your biological "permission slip" to stop. Together, we explore: The NASA high achiever Perspective: How high-pressure created from within impacts the nervous system at a macromolecular level. The Science of Frequency: Why the words you speak have a physical, measurable impact on cellular health. The Achievement Trap: Identifying the "self-critique" hidden within the "strong one" archetype. The 3-Month Shift: Real-world case studies of total health transformation through protocol and presence Dr. Mamta Bhatt is a best-selling author, a 10-time featured guest on CBS and NBC, and a keynote speaker at the 2026 World Biohacking Event this November. Read her Books: Journey for Joy Recipes for Joy Work with Dr. Bhatt: Instagram :https://www.instagram.com/thejoyfulscientist?igsh=MXE1d2FsNGk1d3hvYQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

Fluent Fiction - Serbian: Breaking Silence: A Monk's Journey to Peace Beyond Vows Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sr/episode/2026-02-25-23-34-02-sr Story Transcript:Sr: Снег је прекривао брежуљке око манастира Студеница, стварајући бајковиту сцену, али и ледени мир.En: Snow covered the hills around the Studenica Monastery, creating a fairytale scene, but also an icy stillness.Sr: Милош, монах који је заветовао ћутање, живео је у том манастиру већ неколико година.En: Milos, a monk who had taken a vow of silence, had been living in the monastery for several years.Sr: Силентни свет његове душе био је његов дом, али нагла и јака главобоља почела је да му ремети мир.En: The silent world of his soul was his home, but a sudden and strong headache began to disturb his peace.Sr: Сваког јутра, док је седео у капели, Милош је тражио спокој у молитви и медитацији.En: Every morning, as he sat in the chapel, Milos sought tranquility in prayer and meditation.Sr: Али, болови су постали његов стални пратилац, неретко га присиљавајући да прекине свој ритуал.En: However, the pain became his constant companion, frequently forcing him to abandon his rituals.Sr: Био је загушен сукобом: како да настави пут у потрази за просветљењем кад га тело издаје?En: He was overwhelmed by a conflict: how to continue his path in search of enlightenment when his body was failing him?Sr: Једног студеног јутра, док су снег и хладноћа притискали зидове манастира, Милош је коначно поклекао.En: One cold morning, as the snow and chill pressed against the monastery walls, Milos finally gave in.Sr: Главобоља је постала неиздржива баш током медитације.En: The headache became unbearable right during meditation.Sr: У немогућности да издржи бол, напустио је капелу, а срео га је брижни поглед младе монахиње Ане, која је већ дуже време примећивала његове тешкоће.En: Unable to withstand the pain, he left the chapel and was met by the concerned gaze of a young nun, Ana, who had been noticing his struggles for some time.Sr: "Милоше, знам да је тешко, али ред је да потражиш помоћ," рекла је Ана тихим, али одлучним гласом.En: "Milose, I know it's hard, but it's time to seek help," Ana said in a quiet, yet determined voice.Sr: Милош је остао нем, заробљен између завета и здравља.En: Milos remained silent, caught between his vow and his health.Sr: Знао је да је Анa у праву, али страх од кршења свог завета паралисао га је.En: He knew Ana was right, but the fear of breaking his vow paralyzed him.Sr: "Ту је доктор Драгомир, нашао се у близини.En: "There's Dragan, who happens to be nearby.Sr: Он може да помогне," наставила је Ана.En: He can help," continued Ana.Sr: Срце му је било тешко, али у том тренутку Милош је схватио да искушење није у прекидању завета, већ у прихватању помоћи.En: His heart was heavy, but at that moment, Milos realized that the real test was not in breaking his vow, but in accepting help.Sr: Удахнуо је дубоко и први пут после много година проговорио: "Треба ми помоћ.En: He took a deep breath and, for the first time in many years, spoke: "I need help."Sr: "Драгомир је брзо реаговао.En: Dragan quickly responded.Sr: Прегледао је Милоша и утврдио узрок главобоља.En: He examined Milos and identified the cause of the headaches.Sr: Предложио је једноставан третман који је обећавао олакшање.En: He suggested a simple treatment that promised relief.Sr: Милош је осетио талас олакшања, не само због краја бола, већ зато што је спознао да тражење помоћи није знак слабости, већ храбрости.En: Milos felt a wave of relief, not only because of the end of the pain but because he realized that seeking help was not a sign of weakness, but of courage.Sr: Како су дани пролазили, Милош је наставио свој духовни пут, али сада с новим разумевањем истинске смирености.En: As the days passed, Milos continued his spiritual journey, but now with a new understanding of true serenity.Sr: Признао је себи и другима да тишина није само у ћутању већ и у спремности да прихвати подршку и љубав заједнице.En: He acknowledged to himself and others that silence is not only in muteness but also in the willingness to accept the support and love of the community.Sr: Манастир је наставио да осећа његов мир, а његов унутрашњи свет сада је заиста био у складу са спокојем који је тражио.En: The monastery continued to feel his peace, and his inner world was now truly in harmony with the tranquility he sought.Sr: Снег је и даље прекривао брежуљке, али Милош је осећао топлину у срцу, захвалан на лекцији коју је научио.En: The snow still covered the hills, but Milos felt warmth in his heart, grateful for the lesson he had learned. Vocabulary Words:vow: заветmonk: монахreflect: примишљаtrapped: заробљенenlightenment: просветљењеabandon: прекинеmeditation: медитацијаoverwhelmed: загушенserenity: спокојbreeze: ветрићchapel: капелаritual: ритуалpillars: стубовиtraverse: путујеtragedy: трагедијаpledge: убежањеcourage: храбростиtranquility: тишинеbearable: подношљиваmuteness: ћутањаrevelation: откровењеundergo: подвргнутиdisturb: реметиrespite: одморsanctuary: светилиштеwhisper: шапатendure: издржиgaze: погледacknowledge: признајеharmony: хармонија

Krishnam Thapa Magar, also known as Krishna Thapa or the "Warrior Monk," is a distinguished mountaineer and former SAS Sergeant Major who has achieved international recognition for his pioneering feats in extreme adventure and military leadership. Raised in the Nepal Himalayas, Thapa Magar fuses Buddhist philosophy with military discipline, serving as a motivational speaker and meditation guide focused on holistic wellbeing and modern leadership. He supports team development, mental health, and sustainable adventure, acting as a role model for service, compassion, and personal achievement. Krishnam Thapa Magar is globally respected for blending elite military leadership with world-class mountaineering and inspirational personal development.Thapa Magar was one of only two Gurkhas from the Royal Gurkha Rifles to pass the highly selective entry to the British Special Forces, serving as head of the SAS Mountain Troops. He operated on the front lines in Iraq and Afghanistan, demonstrating exceptional leadership under pressure, and was the first serving Warrant Officer to summit both Everest and K2. Krishna Thapa holds nine world-first records in mountaineering, including leading the largest summit group ever to Everest, and making pioneering ski descents from peaks such as Dhaulagiri. He has guided and inspired climbers from diverse backgrounds, including amputees, the visually impaired, and Parkinson's disease sufferers, on expeditions around the globe—it's not just about the climbing but about enabling others to overcome adversity. As leader of Gurkha Everest Expeditions, he became the first serving Gurkha soldier to scale the world's highest peak while opening climbing routes and exemplifying teamwork and resilience. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rachel Grandey reads her review, "'A kind of tribute to what we are': A Review of Marilynne Robinson's Reading Genesis." Rachel Grandey is a UK-based doctoral researcher in Extinction Studies, exploring religious perspectives around environment and culture in South East Asia. Her writing has featured in Agape Review, Amethyst Review, Paper Dragon and Monk in the World. She can be found on social media as @RachelGrandey or at rachelgrandey.wordpress.com.

Today we're breaking down Job Fair. Michael, Pam, Oscar and Darryl set up a booth at Valley View High School's Job Fair in hopes of finding a new intern. Jim, Andy and Kevin golf with a potential client. Jenna and Angela speculate what a crossover episode between The Office and Monk would have been like, a fan gives a theory on why Pam skipped volleyball during PE and the ladies reveal which Office castmember is really good at golf. We'd never tell this to it's face, but this is a wonderful and gifted episode.  Listen to Stephen and Lori Saux' Down Syndrome Parenting and Advocacy podcast, If We Knew Then: https://ifweknewthen.com Office Ladies Website - Submit a fan question: https://officeladies.com/submitaquestion  Follow Us on Instagram: OfficeLadiesPod Follow Us on YouTube Follow Us on TikTok To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week's episode, we're diving into the headlines shaping how we think about brain health, everyday habits and modern wellness. First up, we look at a major long-term study exploring tea and coffee consumption and dementia risk, and what it adds to the conversation around coffee and brain health. Then, we unpack the growing evidence linking gut health, inflammation and cognitive decline, and why what's happening in the gut may matter more for the brain than we once thought. And finally, we turn to what's trending in wellness, from the viral AI monk offering algorithmic calm to the resurfacing of AG1 supplement data, and what both stories reveal about trust, influence and the commodification of wellbeing online. Send your questions for our weekly Q&A to hello@wellness-scoop.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Kandyce and Noah are back again!.... Two years later. Join in as they finally dissect the Monk movie and catch up on life since their last episode over two years ago! *Video version available on YouTube.End Theme by Jeff Beallinktr.ee/junkmonkpodcast  

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Send a textI'm going live with my dear friend Lama Tashi Norbu, a Tibetan monk, artist, and spiritual teacher who carries the depth of Himalayan wisdom in a way that is grounded, embodied, and real.In this conversation, we're diving into ancient Tibetan teachings, meditation, consciousness, and what it truly means to live from inner peace in a chaotic world.And this October, we are taking a private group into the foothills of the Himalayas and into Bhutan, the mystical kingdom often referred to as Shangri-La, the untouched land that inspired the world of Avatar.This is not tourism.This is pilgrimage.Monasteries, sacred mountains, deep meditation, ancient practices, and immersion into one of the last preserved spiritual cultures on Earth.If you feel called to something deeper than a vacation, this live is for you.Himalayas : https://www.elisabethunlimited.com/himalayas-tourBhutan : https://www.elisabethunlimited.com/bhutan-tourFollow Lama Tashi Norbu:https://www.instagram.com/lamatashi_norbu?igsh=M3ExenRuZ3p5Yjhy&utm_source=qrhttps://www.instagram.com/tibetmuseumusa?igsh=MWlkdHQ4d2ZtYWljNQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qrhttps://www.instagram.com/tibetan_sacred_tattoo?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qrhttps://www.facebook.com/TibetanMuseumHollandhttps://www.facebook.com/TibetanSacredTattoos?mibextid=wwXIfrhttps://www.facebook.com/TashiNorbuArt?mibextid=wwXIfrhttps://www.facebook.com/TibetanHealingFestivalhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094726627153https://youtube.com/@lamatashinorbu548?si=K7TOEAFeVObjQwHDhttps://youtube.com/@lamatashinorbu548?si=K7TOEAFeVObjQwHDSupport the show

We want to be up front with this one: neither of us have actually watched Monk. We’re sorry! We hear it’s good! But we never did! And we’re not sure if 0% of you all also watch Monk or it is 100% but we’re willing to take that risk as we go into our pitch… Read more S10X:E3 – Monk Opening

What started as a one-man play about the life and times of Gerry Hutch became a two-hander this week when, in a curtain-raising surprise, Hutch himself appears on stage to deliver a prologue.Rex Ryan premiered his play The Monk – called after the widely used nick-name of his subject – last summer but for its second outing it moved to a much larger Dublin venue, The Ambassador, for a weeklong run.Ryan, who produces, stars and directs The Monk is, says Irish Times crime and security editor Conor Lally, a powerful presence on stage.Hutch, adds little says Lally – except audience pulling power. He went along to a performance to see how Hutch, whose career he has followed closely, is portrayed. He gives his plain-speaking review here.Lally found the section on the murder of journalist Veronica Guerin deeply distasteful and the extent to which RTÉ journalist Paul Reynolds lives rent-free in Hutch's head simply bizarre.Presented by Bernice Harrison. Produced by John Casey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this morning's Gift Grub, Bertie called in to chat to Ian. He wanted to talk about the new Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch play, and he has some thoughts! Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

Thelonious Monk- Underground (Columbia) Released May 1968 Produced by Teo Macero, Underground captures Monk with his longtime quartet: Charlie Rouse (tenor saxophone), Larry Gales (bass), and Ben Riley (drums), plus a vocal cameo from Jon Hendricks on “In Walked Bud.” The record balances new compositions like “Green Chimneys” and “Boo Boo's Birthday” with revisited Monk staples, all delivered with the group's seasoned interplay and elastic swing.Though jazz was competing with rock's cultural dominance, Monk remained uncompromising—angular melodies, dissonant harmonies, abrupt silences, and percussive attack intact. The Grammy-winning cover, depicting Monk as a member of the French Resistance, symbolized both defiance and individuality. Artistically rather than commercially driven, Underground closes a defining chapter in Monk's Columbia era and reaffirms his singular place in modern jazz. (S5-Ep7)

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If AI can replace junior lawyers overnight, what does that mean for your portfolio tomorrow? In this episode, hosted by Michelle Martin, with guest Arun Pai, Associate Partner, Monk’s Hill Ventures we unpack how an AI model from Anthropic is unsettling legal firms and deepening the AI scare trade across tech markets. Why did billions evaporate in a single session - was it panic, or a recognition that business models are being rewritten? We explore whether value now lies in proprietary data, ecosystem dominance, or AI infrastructure control.In Asia, Indian billionaire Mukesh Ambani and Larry Fink of BlackRock are urging Indians to pivot from gold into domestic equities - could this fuel a 1990s-style retail boom? We assess India’s growth outlook and whether capital rotation signals explosive expansion ahead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Orlando Magic vs. Sacramento Kings NBA Pick Prediction by Tony T. Magic vs. Kings Injuries Wagner is out for Orlando with Castleton probable. Cardwell is out for Sacramento with Westbrook, Monk and Hunter questionable. Recent Box Score Key Stats Magic at Kings 10PM ET—Orlando fell to 28-25 following their 116-108 home defeat against Milwaukee. Magic shot 43% with 43% from three. Desmond Bane scored 31 points with five assists. Paolo Banchero contributed 17 points with four rebounds.

TIf you've ever felt overwhelmed, frozen, or caught in the spiral, this is your invitation to reframe fear, move with intention, and breathe your way back to yourself.Whether you're navigating uncertainty, healing from burnout, or simply wanting to live more grounded and awake this episode is here to hold you gently and guide you forward.The Upside of Stress by Kelly McGonigalEmotional Agility by Susan David, PhDThe Happiness Trap by Dr. Russ Harris How to Make Stress Your Friend” – TED Talk by Kelly McGonigalMel Robbins on Turning Anxiety into ExcitementThink Like a Monk by Jay Shetty Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Do you like Dungeons & Dragons? Do you like incredible voice actors? Well then we talk about the show for you this week as we talk about The Mighty Nein Season 1. Come take a listen and then you can join our discord using the links below to tell us what you thought of it!https://linktr.ee/chaoticallynerdy Intro and outro music is made by Alex Grohl, can find their music on spotify here! https://open.spotify.com/artist/2Mi50rMNTnDl8PVUi1YbpO?si=mVQPtZMeQzOFU3Wcg9g7vw We can be reached at chaoticallynerdy@gmail.com

Rex Ryan's ‘The Monk', which is about the life of Gerry ‘The Monk' Hutch, opened last night at the Ambassador Theatre in Dublin. Andrea was in attendance, as well as Gerry Hutch, who also performed in the play.The question surrounding this play is: does it glamourise crime? Andrea was able to ask this exact question to those who watched it…

Gerry ‘The Monk' Hutch has confirmed his intentions to run for public office once again following a remarkably close effort in the 2024 general election. Would a successful bid in the upcoming Dublin Central by-election represent the political heist of the century? What exactly does Gerry Hutch stand for? And does he genuinely want to be a politician? Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guests: Mary Regan and John DowningSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chapter 5, v. 1-5 Explore the timeless dilemma between renunciation and active engagement in the world. Discover how spiritual maturity involves recognizing the path that aligns with one's unique dharma. Learn how real progress often emerges not by escape, but by full participation with clarity, humility, and devotion.

Obey His Commands - 1 John 4:13 - 5:21 -Jess Monk (7pm) by Christ Church Winchester

THIS WEEK's BIRDS: Gulf Pop from Kuwait we. Rabab; Mohammed Hayani (vocalist from Morroco); Eritrean pop star Muluu Baqqalaa; Amy Gaciaga w. Women in Jazz; new music from Dave Adewumi; Violeta Parra (nueva canción); Barry Altschul deconstructs Monk; Ballet Folklorico de Mexico (just exactly that x 2); ; new music from Roscoe Mitchell; Ghanian highlife from Vis-a-Vis; Congolese (Zairean) vocalist M'Pongo Love; from Brazil: Tim Maia, Jair Rodrigues, Nilze Benedicto; Ana Lucia, Orlandivo, Guiga de Ogum, Zeca Pagadinho; and, as ever.....much, much, much more.... Catch the BIRDS live on Friday nights, 9:00pm-MIDNIGHT (EST), in Central New York on WRFI, 88.1 FM Ithaca/ 88.5 FM Odessa;. and WORLDWIDE online via our MUSIC PLAYER at WRFI.ORG. 24/7 via PODBEAN: https://conferenceofthebirds.podbean.com via iTUNES: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/conference-of-the-birds-podcast/id478688580 Also available at podomatic, Internet Archive, podtail, iheart Radio, and elsewhere. Always FREE of charge to listen to the radio program and free also to stream, download, and subscribe to the podcast online: PLAYLIST at SPINITRON: https://spinitron.com/WRFI/pl/21904959/Conference-of-the-Birds and via the Conference of the Birds page at www.WRFI.ORG https://www.wrfi.org/wrfiprograms/conferenceofthebirds/  Join us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/conferenceofthebirds/?ref=bookmarks Find WRFI on Radio Garden: http://radio.garden/visit/ithaca-ny/aqh8OGBR   NEW MAILING ADDRESS:  Stephen Cope  @ Conference of the Birds, POBOX 428, Tivoli, NY, 12583, USA. 

ROSARY - JOYFUL MYSTERIES today.  DIVINE MERCY CHAPLET for Saturday.

Saints Cyril and Methodius teach us that love, when rooted in Christ, becomes missionary.

Episode 10 of the Cosy Crime Classics Podcast sticks with Adrian Monk who meets a personal hero but has to work out whether he could be a killer, as we take a look at Mr Monk and the Red-Headed Stranger, from Season 1 of Monk. In this episode, Gerry and Iain discuss reed etiquette. This […]

"The life of this saint is wonderful beyond measure and is worth reading in full. What did he not endure to fulfil the Law of God? At the age of eighteen, he went off into a mountain in Cappadocia called the Ark and spent 25 years in fasting, vigils and prayer, and struggling with manifold temptations. When a woman came to tempt him and he saw that he would fall into sin with her, he leapt barefoot into the fire and stood in it until the pain brought forth tears from his eyes and he had killed all lust within himself. When other temptations arose, he fled to a lonely rock in the sea and lived there. When, though, in a shipwreck, a woman swam to the rock, he leapt into the sea intending to drown himself. But a dolphin took him upon its back and brought him, by God's providence, to the shore. He then decided to make nowhere his permanent home but to travel incessantly. Thus he passed through 164 towns in two years, exhorting and advising the people. He finally arrived in Athens, where he died in 422." (Prologue)

Full Text of Readings Memorial of Saints Cyril, Monk, and Methodius, Bishop Lectionary: 334 The Saint of the day is Saints Cyril and Methodius Saints Cyril and Methodius' Stories Because their father was an officer in a part of Greece inhabited by many Slavs, these two Greek brothers ultimately became missionaries, teachers, and patrons of the Slavic peoples. After a brilliant course of studies, Cyril (called Constantine until he became a monk shortly before his death) refused the governorship of a district such as his brother had accepted among the Slavic-speaking population. Cyril withdrew to a monastery where his brother Methodius had become a monk after some years in a governmental post. A decisive change in their lives occurred when the Duke of Moravia asked the Eastern Emperor Michael for political independence from German rule and ecclesiastical autonomy (having their own clergy and liturgy). Cyril and Methodius undertook the missionary task. Cyril's first work was to invent an alphabet, still used in some Eastern liturgies. His followers probably formed the Cyrillic alphabet. Together they translated the Gospels, the psalter, Paul's letters and the liturgical books into Slavonic, and composed a Slavonic liturgy, highly irregular then. That and their free use of the vernacular in preaching led to opposition from the German clergy. The bishop refused to consecrate Slavic bishops and priests, and Cyril was forced to appeal to Rome. On the visit to Rome, he and Methodius had the joy of seeing their new liturgy approved by Pope Adrian II. Cyril, long an invalid, died in Rome 50 days after taking the monastic habit. Methodius continued mission work for 16 more years. He was papal legate for all the Slavic peoples, consecrated a bishop and then given an ancient see (now in the Czech Republic). When much of their former territory was removed from their jurisdiction, the Bavarian bishops retaliated with a violent storm of accusation against Methodius. As a result, Emperor Louis the German exiled Methodius for three years. Pope John VIII secured his release. Because the Frankish clergy, still smarting, continued their accusations, Methodius had to go to Rome to defend himself against charges of heresy and uphold his use of the Slavonic liturgy. He was again vindicated. Legend has it that in a feverish period of activity, Methodius translated the whole Bible into Slavonic in eight months. He died on Tuesday of Holy Week, surrounded by his disciples, in his cathedral church. Opposition continued after his death, and the work of the brothers in Moravia was brought to an end and their disciples scattered. But the expulsions had the beneficial effect of spreading the spiritual, liturgical, and cultural work of the brothers to Bulgaria, Bohemia and southern Poland. Patrons of Moravia, and specially venerated by Catholic Czechs, Slovaks, Croatians, Orthodox Serbians and Bulgarians, Saints Cyril and Methodius are eminently fitted to guard the long-desired unity of East and West. In 1980, Pope John Paul II named them additional co-patrons of Europe. Reflection Holiness means reacting to human life with God's love: human life as it is, crisscrossed with the political and the cultural, the beautiful and the ugly, the selfish and the saintly. For Saints Cyril and Methodius much of their daily cross had to do with the language of the liturgy. They are not saints because they got the liturgy into Slavonic, but because they did so with the courage and humility of Christ. Dear Saints Cyril and Methodius: Pray for us!Saint of the Day, Copyright Franciscan Media

Ten years on from the Regency Hotel shooting, a one-man play about Gerry ‘The Monk' Hutch is returning to the stage in the Ambassador Theatre after last year's sold-out run. Written and performed by Rex Ryan, son of the late broadcaster Gerry Ryan, the show charts the life of one of Ireland's most infamous and divisive figures. The Monk's name is etched into the public consciousness through an unprecedented gangland feud that reshaped the country's criminal landscape. So, does putting his story onstage risk humanising, even glamorising, a violent chapter in recent Irish history? ­ Host: Tessa Fleming, Guest: Rex RyanSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thaddeus, the vampire, is on a quest to save all of time and space as he searches for his lost love. Follow his quest as he collects the weapons needed to conquer the Immortal beast that is bound for full destruction and join him as he looks to convince the disparate players who he believes are called forth in a prophecy as they travel through this future world and its magical kingdoms.The Dragon Constellation is an epic fantasy battle, pitching love and destruction into desperate conflict. It takes place across the centuries and realms that exist above and below. Love and loyalty are subjected to powerful magic and lawless forces that are intent on disruption and destruction.Who is to be trusted? Who is to be feared? Who is not what they seem?This huge, cinematic journey follows the heroic deeds and adventures of Vampire, Monk and the eclectic band of Ambassadors in their legendary fight against evil.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/houseofmysteryradio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In This Episode We call Natalie Reynolds to see what's really happening with Brooke Monk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Orlando (FL) - based Percussionist and Dancer Meridythe Witt stops by to talk about performing as a dancer and drummer in theme parks, the audition process for these gigs, and how she stays “grounded in dance” (02:25), growing up in California, Indiana and Maryland, her musical family and their influence on her life, getting into dance and music early on, and a primer on ballet styles (19:45), attending Radford University (VA) for undergrad, getting degrees in dance and percussion performance at the same time there, creating collaborative opportunities there, and her experiences at PASIC50 on the New Music/Research Panel (44:15), and takes time for the Random Ass Questions, including segments on gestures and counting, baking bread, Bruce Springsteen, Twyla Tharp, rollercoasters, airports, and gymnastics (01:19:20).Finishing with a Rave on the 2025 documentary film Monk in Pieces (01:43:40).Meridythe Witt links:Meridythe Witt's WebpageMeridythe's instagramPrevious Podcast Guests mentioned:Alexandros Fragiskatos in 2021Drew Tucker in 2026Other Links:George BalanchineVaganova Ballet MethodThe Drummer's Cookbook - John PickeringAdvanced Techniques - Jim Chapin“Take Five” - Dave BrubeckJim PetercsakRobert Sanderl“Frogs” - Keiko Abe“Drum Corps on Parade” - John S. Pratt“to wALk Or ruN in wEst harlem” - Andy Akiho“Mirage” - Yasuo SueyoshiWilliam NewtonDave RiversBorn to Run 50th AnniversaryDark Side of the Moon 50th Anniversary“Lingus” - Snarky PuppyLaDuca Dance ShoesNapoleon Dynamite trailerHappy Gilmore trailerThis is Spinal Tap trailerBorn to Run - Bruce SpringsteenThe Collaborative Habit - Twyla Tharp“Mallet Quartet” - Steve ReichRaves:Monk in Pieces trailer

Paul tells Mick about coming face to face with Gerry The Monk Hutch at an event this week, and challenging him about the Hutch Organised Crime Group. They also discuss the arrest of a man on suspicion of the murder of Daniel Aruebose. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gerry “The Monk” Hutch says he's running again — this time for the Dublin Central by‑election — and we ask the big question: would you want someone like him as a TD in Dáil Éireann?Callers are absolutely split: some say “he can't be any worse than what's in there” and want to “give him a chance”, others say he has no policies, no plan, and shouldn't be anywhere near power — especially with CAB still chasing nearly €800k.Plus: another Opinions Matter travel mug giveaway question at the end.

It's episode two of three covering the New York Times list of Top Ten 2025 jazz albums, and since we generally cover 4 albums a show, and the Times only picked 10 for their top 10 list, we add a couple of our own picks to this "middle" episode to make the math work. We've got a drummer led live date that sounds studio bound, a duet veering towards new age, a bizarre and challenging disc from a long running Underground ensemble, and an album of Monk covers by a quartet featuring a tenor saxophone - how original! Marcus Gilmore – JOURNEY TO THE NEW – LIVE AT THE VILLAGE VANGUARD ; Chicago Underground Duo – HYPERGLYPH; Shuteen Erdenebaatar – UNDER THE SAME STARS; Dayna Stephens – MONK'D.

We speak because we are afraid to be still. We speak because silence exposes us. We speak because when the mouth closes the heart begins to make noise and that noise is often unbearable. The Fathers knew this long before psychology gave it names. They knew that speech is not neutral. It is not just communication. It is an outflow of what is ruling the inner world. Every word carries the weight of the heart behind it. This is why Abba Pambo could stand at death and say that he had not repented of a single word and yet also say that he had not even begun to serve God. He knew what speech costs. He knew how easily a careless phrase can wound another, harden the self or invite the demons into the space between people. He did not trust his own clarity. He waited. He let months pass rather than speak a word that was not born from God. That kind of restraint feels almost inhuman to us. We live in a world that rewards immediacy. We are trained to answer quickly, react quickly, express quickly, post quickly, correct quickly. But speed is not truth. Speed is often panic wearing a clever face. The monk who waits to speak is not slow. He is standing before God inside himself. He is listening for something that is not his own. The Elder says that a man can be silent with his lips and loud with his heart. That is the most damning line in this whole section. You can say nothing and still be screaming. You can be quiet and still be condemning everyone around you. You can appear peaceful while your mind is devouring your brothers. Another man can speak all day and yet remain silent because he refuses to let his words become weapons, judgments or self display. Silence is not a style. It is a spiritual state. Idle talk is not mostly obscene or stupid. It is unnecessary. It is speech that does not serve salvation. It is talk that fills the space so we do not have to face what is happening inside. We speak about bodies and opinions and events and annoyances and plans because these are safer than the truth of our hearts. The moment we speak about what is good we discover how quickly evil slips in. Pride sneaks into holy words. Comparison sneaks into spiritual conversation. The self sneaks into everything. This is why the Elder answers the brother who wants a word to be saved with something that sounds almost trivial. Do not hasten to speak before you consider what you are going to say. That is not etiquette. That is warfare. To pause before speaking is to interrupt the automatic rule of the ego. It is to refuse to let the tongue be driven by irritation, hunger for recognition or the need to be right. It is to create a small space where God might enter. Most of what we say is not meant to help anyone. It is meant to regulate ourselves. We speak to soothe anxiety. We speak to discharge frustration. We speak to draw attention. We speak to feel real. We speak to avoid the ache of not being in control. The mouth becomes a narcotic. The more we use it the less we notice how enslaved we are to it. This is why the Fathers are so severe. They are not moralizing. They are diagnosing a sickness. The soul that cannot keep watch over its words cannot keep watch over its thoughts. The heart that pours itself out through constant speech cannot remain gathered before God. It leaks. It disperses. It becomes weak. The tragedy is that we confuse expression with honesty. We think that saying what we feel is the same as bringing it to God. It is not. Most of the time it just feeds the feeling. It strengthens the pattern. It builds a little kingdom around the self. We call it authenticity but it is often captivity. The monk learns slowly and painfully that every word either bends him toward God or bends him toward himself. There is no neutral speech. Either it deepens prayer or it corrodes it. Either it builds communion or it sows division. Either it creates space for grace or it fills the room with ego. This is why the saint waits. This is why the Elder warns. This is why the Fathers tremble before idle talk. They have seen what words do to the heart. They have watched souls unravel because the mouth was never taught to kneel. To learn silence is not to become mute. It is to become true. It is to let God have the first and last word inside you. And until that happens every sentence we speak is a small gamble with our soul. --- Text of chat during the group: 00:00:31 Fr. Charbel Abernethy: Page 353 00:01:32 Fr. Charbel Abernethy: Hypothesis XLVII page 353 concerning speech and silence 00:06:10 Catherine Opie: Without mosquitoes we would have no frogs or bats 00:11:38 Bob Čihák, AZ: P. 353 A Hypothesis 47 00:12:10 Catherine Opie: Reacted to "P. 353 A Hypothesis ..." with

Howdy everyone! We're sorry, but our episode on the ending of Bookshops & Bonedust has to be delayed. Between health stuff, adhd, anxiety, and just exhaustion, the episode wasn't ready to edit or publish in time for the scheduled release. Soooo... here's a few recommended things for you to do instead. We look forward to finishing this mini-series next time, before diving into the Monk and Robot books. We hope to see you there!

Usually when robots gain sentience in fiction, they rise up and slay or otherwise subjugate their human creators, but this week's book dares to imagine what might happen if they stood up, looked around, said "thanks but no thanks," and left. It also ponders the meaning of existence, just for good measure.Head to MarleySpoon.com/offer/OVERDUE for up to 25 FREE meals! Our theme music was composed by Nick Lerangis.Follow @overduepod on Instagram and BlueskyAdvertise on OverdueSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Different gym owners need different leadership books.In this episode of “Run a Profitable Gym,” Two-Brain founder Chris Cooper shares a simple plan to help you use the contents of any book to improve yourself and your business, and then he recommends specific books in each realm of leadership.Self-Leadership (to go fast, go alone):“Think Like a Monk” by Jay Shetty“The Creative Act” by Rick Rubin“Courage Is Calling” by Ryan Holiday“Dare to Lead” by Brené Brown “The War of Art” by Steven Pressfield“Drive” by Daniel PinkTeam Leadership (to go far, go together):“Be the Unicorn” by William Vanderbloemen “Good to Great” by Jim Collins“Vivid Vision” by Cameron Herold“Leadershift” by John Maxwell Peer Leadership (share the mission beyond your gym):“Influence” by Robert Cialdini “Building a StoryBrand” by Donald Miller“The Go-Giver” by Bob Burg and John David Mann “How to Win Friends and Influence People” by Dale CarnegieTribe Leadership (influence your community at scale): “The Wisdom of Joseph Campbell” by Michael Toms “The Dichotomy of Leadership” by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin “Enchantment” by Guy Kawasaki “Resilience” by Eric Greitens “Tribes” by Seth Godin Plus, from Feb. 9 to 13, 2026, only, Coop is giving away free digital copies of his 10 books for gym owners.Go to Gym Owners United (linked below), DM him with your biggest challenge, and he'll send you the right book to start with.LinksGym Owners UnitedBook a Call1:56 - Your leadership diagnostic6:31 - Self-leadership books8:44 - Team leadership books10:57 - Peer leadership books11:58 - Tribe leadership books

Episode 9 of the Cosy Crime Classics Podcast introduces us to Adrian Monk who consults with the SFPD when an officer is accused of murder, as we take a look at Mr Monk Goes to the Carnival, from Season 1 of Monk. In this episode, Gerry and Iain discuss loyalty. This week, we meet Adrian […]