Podcasts about The Neverending Story

In this conversation, we close the villain series with the Invisible Destroyer—also known as The Nothing from The NeverEnding Story. This archetype represents the paralysis of possibility, where imagination and inspiration remain ungrounded, slowly eroding both the self and those around it. We explore how this villain shows up as addiction, avoidance, and endless questioning, and how its transformation into the Architect brings creativity into embodied form. Along the way, we unpack how this arc blends qualities of the Enneagram 5 and 6, why Radiohead may be its unofficial soundtrack, and what it really takes to move from disappearing into inertia to choosing life, creation, and presence. We close with a vivid “Am I the Asshole?” example that grounds these themes in relationship dynamics.Timestamps00:00 — Welcome, final villain in the series00:15 — Invisible Destroyer, aka The Nothing00:30 — Archetypal map: Enneagram 9, head center, separation wound, house of addiction01:20 — Why it feels like “a combo of the 5 and 6”: evasive expert + divisive immortal01:45 — The NeverEnding Story and the Nothing as lack of human attention and imagination03:00 — Paralyzed by possibility: endless questions without action04:10 — The wake of destruction from inaction and addiction04:40 — Successful Antagonist: The Questioner, delaying decisions forever06:10 — Wounded Child: The Overwhelmed, never big enough to handle life07:00 — Covert Form: The Addict, disappearing through escapism08:10 — Hero: The Embodied, choosing incarnation, creation, and presence (with pleasure as a pathway)09:20 — Legend: The Architect, building grounded worlds from imagination10:00 — Why this arc belongs at the end of the villain cycle: outward, complex, foundational10:45 — Real-life dynamics: undervaluing presence and its destructive impact on relationships11:30 — AITA case study: birthday dinner, avoidance, blocking, and the Nothing's invisibility wound13:30 — Radiohead soundtrack: How to Disappear Completely, Lotus Flower, and the addictive undertones of disappearing17:00 — Closing thoughts: start with villains 1–6 before tackling the complexity of 7–9The arc at a glancePinnacle Villain: Invisible Destroyer (The Nothing) — Inspiration ungrounded, inertia that consumes.Successful Antagonist: The Questioner — Delays action indefinitely by demanding more certainty.Wounded Child: The Overwhelmed — Believes they can never be big enough to handle life.Covert Form: The Addict — Escapes through substances or compulsions, invisibly eroding relationships.Hero: The Embodied — Chooses presence, incarnation, creativity, and embodied pleasure.Legend: The Architect — Builds tangible worlds from imagination and dreams.Key ideas and languageThe Nothing: Inaction as destruction; the void left when imagination is unused.Addiction as covert destruction: Disappearing through self-harm, leaving collateral damage.Paralysis of possibility: Asking without acting, researching without deciding.Presence as medicine: Recognizing that showing up, even imperfectly, matters.Imagination grounded: Dreams are valuable only when incarnated into lived form.Practices for listenersPleasure as embodimentUse sexual or sensual pleasure as a direct route into your body.Notice how aliveness shifts when you commit to being present in sensation.The small action rulePick one tiny step toward creation daily, even if imperfect.Doing badly is better than not doing at all.Name the overwhelmWrite down three things you cannot do right now.Then choose one thing you can do and act on it.Reclaim visibilityAsk yourself: “Where am I pretending my presence doesn't matter?”Practice showing up where you assume no one cares.Case study insightsBirthday dinner scenario: Downplaying one's presence leads to relational collapse. The Invisible Destroyer thinks, “It doesn't matter if I'm there,” but others feel abandoned. Repair requires recognizing that presence itself carries value.Pull quotes“When imagination is left fallow, the Nothing takes over.”“Addiction is the covert face of disappearance.”“The Architect builds worlds. The Invisible Destroyer erases them by never beginning.”GlossaryHead Center: Pressure for inspiration; linked to Enneagram 9 and separation wound.Paralysis of possibility: An endless loop of questions that prevents movement.Architect: The Legend who incarnates dreams into grounded creation.MentionsThe NeverEnding Story (book vs. film) and the Childlike Empress's need for a new name.Radiohead songs: How to Disappear Completely and Lotus Flower as archetypal expressions.Where the Heart Is (film reference) for addiction and self-directed harm.Resources and next stepsTry the Inner Villain quiz to identify where you sit with this arc.Revisit earlier villains (1–6) before tackling the 7–9 arcs for deeper clarity.Explore the Invisible Destroyer playlist, including Radiohead's catalog, to feel the archetype somatically.CreditsHosts: Kristina Wiltsee and AnnaSeries: Inner Villain → Hero → LegendAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week we'll be heading to a magical land where books have power, dreams can come tree, and haunting horse death is all part of a fun kids adventure! Yes, it's The Never Ending StoryAnd joining me to chat about a whole lot of nothing, is Kate McCabe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Popcorn & Catch-Up, we continue the 2025 season with a discussion of The NeverEnding Story!We'll be discussing the film in depth, so be sure to watch it before listening to the episode. And don't forget to let us know what you think on X/Facebook/Bluesky!Tell your friends about Popcorn & Catch-Up!Thanks for listening!

Jesus comes though not to abolish the tedium of God's laws, but to actually live them out, to show us what a life lived by God's system under God's government looks like. And not only that, he teaches us the details of how with God's ongoing help, we can live that way. 

This week, we're diving into a wild and often-forgotten sequel — The NeverEnding Story III.Yes, it's the one with Jack Black, Barky the tree, and enough shopping montages to qualify as a 90s time capsule. And while this one didn't hit U.S. theaters, it's a ride that has to be seen to be believed (and you can still watch it free on YouTube

Stew and Smith are back with another episode of the It Doesn't Hold Up podcast discussing The NeverEnding Story from 1984. But does it hold up?Email – ⁠⁠itdoesntholduppodcast@gmail.com⁠⁠Instagram – @itdoesntholduppodcastTwitter/X - @doesntholduppodYoutube - @itdoesntholduppodcast

A child's fantasy reading saves the world from nothingness.

 The book of Acts may have ended, but the truth is the book of Acts is a never ending story that WE are still helping write! 

If I were to give you two words for the role of the prophets, they would be, WAKE UP! Remember, they were a people who were to represent the way of God, the alternative to the systems and cultures of the world, but they like us, continue to believe that their ways were somehow better than God's ways. And as we see not just in the Bible, but in both the world without and our worlds within, the way we live comes with consequences. 

Next week, we're heading back to Fantasia (and a little ‘90s nostalgia) with The NeverEnding Story III — and for it, I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with actress Melody Kay.You may know Melody from Camp Nowhere or The NeverEnding Story III, but after an early rise in Hollywood, she stepped away from acting to raise her family. Now she's back and starring in the new film Round the Decay.Melody opened up about:How she landed her breakout roles in the ‘90sBehind-the-scenes chaos and fun from Camp Nowhere and The NeverEnding Story IIIWhat it was like to work internationally at such a young ageWhy she decided to step away from Hollywood and what brought her backHer experience returning to set for Round the DecayAnd plenty of personal stories that fans will love

The Plugged In team often receives comments and questions from a variety of people. With The Plugged In Show coming to a close, the team pulls out some of those questions and comments to address them. They then take a look at Focus on the Family’s soon-to-be-released documentary Truth Rising and the power of the documentary genre. Then you’ll hear some of the silly, sometimes embarrassing bloopers from the team! Click here to get your copy of the Plugged In team’s helpful book Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family! Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: team@thepluggedinshow.com PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) Read the full review: · Magic Mike · Magic Mike XXL · Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 · The Neverending Story · 7 Bears · The Summer I Turned Pretty · Superman · Freaky Friday · Freakier Friday · Smurfs · Wicked: Part 1 · The Chosen · Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace Check out the Plugged In Blog: · The Plugged In Movie Awards 2025 · Americas Pastime: Six Great Movies about Baseball · Christian Movie Madness 2025 Truth Rising The Plugged In Tech Guide Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Maybe the choices that you've made have screwed up your life. Maybe they've screwed up the lives of others. But regardless of which mistakes that you are carrying today or maybe even running from today, the mistakes that we're trying to ignore, the the mistakes that we're trying to avoid, the good news of the story of the kings of Israel is that no matter how bad the mistake, no matter how poor the decision, no matter how far you or I fall. God does not give up on you. He does not give up on his plans for you. He does not give up on his plans of bringing good into your life. If we would just turn, if we would just change our mind, if we would repent from our rebellion against him and allow him to be the actual king of our life. 

It's time for another Mind Gap Podcast! This week, Doug and Justin explore the weirdest food combinations they secretly love and some of their less savory eating habits. The dorks then delve into their main topic of discussing the most traumatizing scenes from kids' movies. Some of the films discussed are The Neverending Story, The Lion King, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Watership Down, E.T., and My Girl. By the end, our guys finally start to figure out why they're carrying around so much emotional baggage!   Things are wrapped up with another round of Patch Notes: Real Life Edition, where Doug reads out patch notes for real life and Justin has to decide if they're good or if they should be scrapped as garbage. Check out our YouTube channel where we livestream our new podcast episodes every Tuesday at 8pmCT and our video game stream every Saturday at 8pmCT. Be sure to like and subscribe for this content as well as episode highlights, Doug Watches Awkward Videos, Justin Plays Video games, and more!   We have MERCH now!   Follow us on all of our social medias and other platforms!  

Turn around and look at what you see as we soar into the Mirror of our Dreams in The Neverending Story. We discuss how this dark children's fantasy film traumatized us, the light mythology of the world of Fantasia, and why this film became so iconic to an entire generation. Hop your luck dragon to rediscover this classic childhood Messed Up Movie.  Synopsis: A troubled boy dives into a wondrous fantasy world through the pages of a mysterious book. Starring: Noah Hathaway, Barret Oliver, Gerald McRaney Directed by Wolfgang Petersen Help us make our first feature length Messed Up Movie: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/mr-creamjean-s-hidey-hole-horror-comedy-movie#/ Support the show on the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/messedupmoviespod Watch our newest short film Sugar Tits Now! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sz7leFqqo4g

SEASON 7 PREMIER! We are kicking off our season with Sword and Sorcery Month and we had Penny on to talk about this childhood classic....or trauma inducing classic....how ever you view it! 

The story continues to unfold today as it has for thousands of years. God is creating a community that identifies as God's people and they and he interact, relate, and work together toward the fulfillment of his purposes; land, people, God, place, heaven, earth, co-mingling, interacting, intersecting, roots being set down, and all of this adding up to this demonstration to the world. This is who God is, and this is what life can be like under him. See, this is what church means, what I'm describing. This is what church is. And this is why church matters.

In this episode, Joe Moore is joined by Mareesa Stertz and Tania Abdul, the visionaries behind Sphinx Gate, one of Burning Man 2025's most ambitious and mythic art installations. Inspired by The NeverEnding Story, Sphinx Gate features two towering 34-foot sphinxes and a fully immersive, transformative art experience designed to help participants gain a deeper understanding of themselves. The trio explores how art and play can catalyze personal and collective transformation—without the need for psychedelics—by helping people reframe inner challenges as quests for growth. They discuss the project's mythic inspiration, how it has evolved into a “transmersive” self-discovery journey, and how community co-creation has made this dream real. With rituals, interactive stations, laser-eyed sphinxes, and an oracle offering personalized missions, Sphinx Gate blends storytelling, inner work, and spectacle. They also touch on the deeper intention: shifting culture by normalizing integration, peer support, and emotional exploration—through joy. From honoring Indigenous land stewards to designing future traveling versions and permanent “Museums of Self-Exploration,” this project is just the beginning. Topics Covered: What Sphinx Gate is and how it works The archetypal and cultural roots of sphinxes How The NeverEnding Story inspired the vision Designing integration spaces without psychedelics Co-creation, community magic, and scaling big dreams The emotional and mystical potential of participatory art Fantasia Fridays, Black Rock Philharmonic, and more playa programming Vision for life beyond Burning Man Support Sphinx Gate: Help bring this mythic experience to life and fund its future by donating at TheSphinxGate.com Follow: IG: @thesphinxgate www.thesphinxgate.com

Historically, pop culture has been so important to LGBTQ people, not only because we often experience sexual awakenings to figures in the media we consume, but also because so many of our favorite films, shows, and records have been created by queer people. In this episode, Gabe and Chris have a freewheeling discussion about pop culture, erotic discovery, porn parodies, cruising and Buffy slashfic, with our favorite podcaster and author: Ira Madison III. Then, a cruising confession from a horny French slut has Gabe and Chris saying “sacre bleu!” Follow Sniffies' Cruising Confessions: cruisingconfessions.com Try Sniffies: sniffies.com Follow Sniffies on Social: Instagram: instagram.com/sniffiesapp X: x.com/sniffiesapp TikTik: tiktok.com/@sniffiesapp Follow the hosts: Gabe Gonzalez: instagram.com/gaybonez Chris Patterson-Rosso: instagram.com/cprgivesyoulife Guests featured in this episode: Ira Madison III: https://www.instagram.com/irathethird/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textSchedule an Rx AssessmentSubscribe to Master The MarginH.R. 4317, PBM transparency and Medicare drug pricing...The legislative landscape is shifting fast, and if pharmacy owners want a sustainable future, advocacy can't be optional.So where do things stand and what's next?In this episode of The Bottom Line Pharmacy Podcast, Scotty Sykes, CPA, CFP®, and Bonnie Bond, CPA, sit down with B. Douglas Hoey, CEO of the NCPA, to discuss:- What the PBM Reform Act means for pharmacy reimbursement- How Medicare drug pricing changes will impact your margins- Why advocacy doesn't stop after a legislative winAnd more!More About Our Guest:Douglas Hoey is the Chief Executive Officer of the National Community Pharmacists Association. NCPA represents the owners of nearly 20,000 pharmacy small businesses who's pharmacists provide prescription dispensing services and help fill primary care gaps. The majority of these pharmacies are located in areas the CDC ranks as “high” or “very high” on the Socially Vulnerable Index. Consumers consistently rank community pharmacies as the top-rated pharmacies in the country. Hoey is a licensed pharmacist in Oklahoma, Virginia, and Texas and practiced in community pharmacies including his family's pharmacy before coming to NCPA. He is widely quoted by media as an industry expert on community pharmacy payment and practice issues. Hoey also developed and taught pharmacology courses at George Washington and Marymount universities. He is President of the World Pharmacy Council, co-Chairman of the Board of Directors for Surescripts, Chairman of the NCPA Innovation Center, and co-Chairman of the CPESN-USA Board. His pharmacy degree is from the University of Oklahoma and his MBA is from the Oklahoma City University. Learn more about Doug and the NCPA:Doug Hoey LinkedInNCPA FacebookNCPA InstagramNCPA LinkedInNCPA YouTubeNCPA Twitter (X)NCPA WebsiteStay connected with us:FacebookTwitterLinkedInScotty Sykes – CPA, CFP LinkedInScotty Sykes – CPA, CFP TwitterMore Resources on these Topics:Podcast – The One Big, Beautiful BillPodcast - Momentum on the Hill: Protecting Independent Pharmacies Through AdvocacyPodcast - The Trusted Pharmacist: Advocacy and Building a Resilient Pharmacy

Our service on Sunday was a deep breath from the day-to-day crazy of our lives. Pastor Mike encouraged us to sit in this idea that God's invitation to you to follow him, to trust him, to live in his ways, is immense. It covers quite literally everything.”   “The one who loves fulfills the law.” - Romans 13:18  Please use this link from The Bible Project to add context to The Never Ending Story: Law message from Sunday.  

Need a smile today? This episode is your dose of joy. Aria—my 9-year-old stepdaughter and fan favorite—is back on the podcast and taking over the mic. From overcoming her fear of water to her growing love for Stranger Things and Taylor Swift, Aria is full of heart, humor, and surprises. Stick around to the end for her incredible rendition of “NeverEnding Story.” You don't want to miss it. Aria shares her world in a way only a neurodivergent kid can. Whether you're a parent of autistic children or just need a boost of hope, this episode is a reminder that progress comes in many forms—and joy is often found in the little things. Link to Aria's Minecraft Movie Review: https://pod.fo/e/2c91bc What we talk about in this episode: Aria's 9th birthday update and summer highlights Overcoming fear of water through swim lessons Her experience at bike camp and learning to ride Confidence-building moments and milestones Music class, school talent shows, and performing on stage What it was like to take a photo with the mayor Her love for Stranger Things (with a disclaimer for younger kids) A behind-the-scenes look at our dog Kacie and birthday plans Aria's live performance of “NeverEnding Story” from Stranger Things Support our amazing sponsors:

Tonight's show explores the never-ending story of curriculum design in primary schools. Huma is joined by Marc Hayes, an experienced school leader and curriculum thinker, to discuss what curriculum design really means, why it matters, and how we can make it purposeful, inclusive and manageable. From storytelling in history to sequencing in geography, they unpack the practical challenges, explore the realities of implementation, and share reflections that matter to classroom teachers and curriculum leaders alike.

In the 29th outing for the ALTERNATE GALAXIES mini-podcast on our feed, we've sat down with The NeverEnding Story, and give our thoughts on it. Barret Oliver as Bastian Balthazar Bux Noah Hathaway as Atreyu Tami Stronach as The Childlike Empress What did we make of it? Contact us: X / Twitter: @theDWshow Bluesky: @thedwshow.net Facebook: facebook.com/theDWshow Email: hello@theDWshow.net

In Exodus 14:13, Moses answered the people, "Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the deliverance that the Lord will bring you today. These Egyptians you see today, you will never see again. The Lord will fight for you. You need only to be still. You need only to be still.” 

On this episode, Jenn from My Streaming Bubble and Paula from It's a Dean Thing join Erin to discuss the 1984 film, The NeverEnding Story. The panel shares their childhood memories of the film, how well it holds up, the trauma of some scenes, and what the film says about grief and dreams. Trigger warning for discussions of animal harm and parental death. Please support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/itsafandomthingpod. You can follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/itsafandomthingpod Twitter: @fandomthingpod Instagram: @itsafandomthingpod Discord: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.com/invite/7aTTCAWZRx⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can follow Fergie on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@schroederandfergs Cover art by Carla Temis. Podcast logo by Erin Amos. Consider becoming a Patreon supporter of Portia Burch: https://patreon.com/portia_noir?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan&utm_content=join_link and White Woman Whisperer: https://patreon.com/whitewomanwhisperer?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan&utm_content=join_link. Are you looking to buy some shirts that make a difference? Check out Wear the Peace: https://wearthepeace.com/pages/collections?utm_source=Klaviyo&utm_medium=flow&utm_klaviyo_id=01J35XBQFAPE052R8E3A4140TSkx=vpLEr9K3aUVqJ0N-d6KKWR608od7avLWJ2fXcHbEPI.U45QAK. Join the Here4TheKids Substack: https://here4thekids.substack.com/. To order the book, "White Women," click here: https://www.race2dinner.com/white-women Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Was it Abraham and Sarah's choices that made a nation, a people, a world where a poor teenage Judean girl could answer an angel? Yes, I am the Lord's slave. May it be to me according to your word. Or was it all God acting, directing, intervening? Yes. And yes, God has willed and designed his creation to be partnership. That is something we have to reckon with every day. A covenant includes two parties and that's the world you live in. The story you've received that is not yet finished, that has come and is coming. And the fulcrum of righteousness is partnership, and trust, and passivity is never an option. 

What is church about? Why does it matter? Does it matter? What are we attempting to communicate? What are we attempting to say to one another? What are we attempting to say to ourselves? And what are we attempting to say and demonstrate to a hurting world?  There is no one like our God! 

In this episode of Ojai Talk of the Town, we dive into the magic of movies under the stars with Brady Hahn and Nick Weissman, two driving forces behind the Ojai Film Society's revitalized Summer Series at Libbey Bowl. Brady, a holistic strategist and community connector, and Nick, an acclaimed documentary filmmaker and producer, share their passion for cinema, community, and curating experiences that resonate long after the credits roll.This summer, the Ojai Film Society is hosting a stellar lineup of free screenings open to the public, with the theme "Imagine a World," transforming Libbey Bowl into a moonlit movie palace. Highlights include:"Sally" – a revealing look at Sally Ride, the pioneering astronaut, who made immense sacrifices for the sake of her private life. June 25th."Neverending Story" – the beloved classic work of that speaks to the power and poetry of imagination. August 8th.Plus other classics and soon-to-be-classics through the end of September.We talk about what makes film such a powerful communal ritual, how Ojai's creative spirit shapes the selections, and why showing up for stories — together — is more important than ever. We did not talk about walking meditation techniques, Korean banchan or the 1984 California Angels all-star lineup.So grab your blankets and popcorn. The show is about to begin. Check their website for up-to-date information, OjaiFilmSociety.org

The story of The Cure is a long tale, stretching back to the 1970s, which may surprise some people. Markus leads an early days exploration, as he and Ray weigh in on their personal intersections with the band. As they discuss the music, the Imbalanced Boys also identify future sonic signatures, in early recordings, that led to their massive, and continuing, success! There's focus on Robert Smith, the central, and sole continuous figure in the group, as part of the telling of the story. We considered a shotgun 5 Favorites, but thought, maybe we can do that in our next episode about The Cure! Weigh in on the comments section on ⁠Spotify⁠, or on ⁠Facebook⁠! Email works, too: imbalancedhistory@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The story of The Cure is a long tale, stretching back to the early/mid 1970s, which may surprise some people. Markus leads an early days exploration, as he and Ray weigh in on their personal intersections with the band. As they discuss the music, the Imbalanced Boys also identify future sonic signatures, in early recordings, that led to their massive, and continuing, success! There's focus on Robert Smith, the central, and sole continuous figure in the group, as part of the telling of the story. We considered a shotgun 5 Favorites, but thought, maybe we can do that in our next episode about The Cure! Weigh in on the comments section on Spotify, or on Facebook! Email works, too: imbalancedhistory@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Im Juni war bei uns mal wieder alles dabei: Zu wenig Schlaf, zu viele Fragen und ganz viel Bürokratie und Systemkritik in Hinblick auf den Hort-Wechsel unseres Sohnes – und genau darum geht's in dieser Recap Folge.In dieser Hi, Baby! Folge erfährst du: ✔ Was wir aktuell an den Schlafroutinen ändern und warum ✔ Warum es so unglaublich schwer ist, einen passenden Hortplatz für ein besonderes Kind zu finden ✔ Was Inklusion für mich wirklich bedeutet – und warum sie im Alltag oft an Grenzen stößt ✔ Wo ich mit dem Gedanken an ein drittes Kind momentan stehe Check-in ca. ab Minute 3 | Hauptteil ca. b Minute 9Hi, Baby! WhatsApp-Community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/GJ2Ghsydh3M8E3U9hkzCrvWerbepartner, Rabattcodes & mehr: https://linktr.ee/hibabypodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HOLLYWOOD - Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom author Joel C. Scoberg is a winner in the L. Ron Hubbard Illustrators of the Future Contest and was honored along with eleven other writers and eleven artists at the Taglyan Complex in Hollywood, California on April 10th. His story, "The Stench of Freedom," is published along with the other writers' and illustrators' stories and art in the international bestselling anthology, L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future Volume 41 which was officially released on April 22nd 2025. Joel C. Scoberg lives on the beautiful Gower Peninsula in Wales, United Kingdom, with his very supportive wife, two somewhat feral children, and a growing menagerie of animals. He predominantly writes science fiction and fantasy stories, usually at night after his children have gone to bed and before he collapses from exhaustion. His stories have appeared in Daily Science Fiction, Gwyllion Science Fiction and Fantasy, 365tomorrows, and Every Day Fiction. Joel's love of science fiction and fantasy goes back further than his earliest memories. From watching The Never Ending Story so many times he wore out the video, to his family's Christmas tradition of watching the original Star Wars trilogy back-to-back, and discovering The Hobbit on a caravan holiday as a teenager and reading it, utterly mesmerised, in one sitting. He hopes to one day write a story that will equally enthrall a reader and make them fall in love with fantastical characters that, currently, only exist in his head. “The Stench of Freedom” was inspired by the transformational perspective that becoming a parent brings. Joel had long dreamt of becoming a writer, but pursuing a career in law and the long hours that entailed, as well as the fear of ridicule for putting something so personal as your own creation into the world, acted as excuses not to follow those dreams. Then, when his children were born, he realised he could hardly tell them to pursue their dreams if he hadn't done so himself. The Contest, one of the most prestigious writing and illustrating competitions in the world, is currently in its 42nd year and is judged by some of the premier names in speculative fiction. The Writers of the Future Contest judges include, Tim Powers (author of On Stranger Tides), Kevin J. Anderson and Brian Herbert (Dune prequel series), Robert J. Sawyer (The Oppenheimer Alternative), Brandon Sanderson (Mistborn series, The Stormlight Archive), Larry Niven (Ringworld), Orson Scott Card (Ender's Game), Nnedi Okorafor (Who Fears Death), Hugh Howey (Wool), and Katherine Kurtz (Deryni series) to name a few. HOLLYWOOD - Mesa, Arizona author Ian Keith is a winner in the L. Ron Hubbard Illustrators of the Future Contest and was honored along with eleven other writers and eleven artists at the Taglyan Complex in Hollywood, California on April 10th. His story, "Blackbird Stone," is published along with the other writers' and illustrators' stories and art in the international bestselling anthology, L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future Volume 41 which will be officially released on April 22nd 2025. Ian Keith went to philosophy school to learn how to tell the truth, and to law school to learn how to tailor a story to suit any set of appearances. Both trainings have helped him to write fiction, about equally. He lives with his partner and their two children in the Phoenix area, where he works as a ghostwriter. “Blackbird Stone” is his first professional publication. “Blackbird Stone” started as an itch to write about the pigeons, lizards, and rocks that populate suburban backyards in the Southwest. It grew into a love story and a tribute to quirky families when a bachelorette with an addiction to time elbowed her way in at the conceptual stage. The pigeons became blackbirds, the lizards became telepathic, and the stones became eggs to accommodate her.

This week, we're hanging out with Sondra Slade! We check out the trailers for “Xeno” and “Bugonia,” (plus a bonus look at “Roofman”.) Then, it's dealing with kids, hearing strange noises inside the wall, the ways politics has changed, and our favorite parts of the Neverending Story. Plus, upsetting Mrs. Claus!

YOUR NERD BEST FRIENDS DID A LIVE SHOW! It was such a success running our Buffy + D&D live episode at HellmouthCon and we had an amazing audience! Unfortunately, Analese the rookie forgot to press the record button and so... here we are, face to face, a couple of big buffoons.. This episode is full of your nerd best friends talking about how cool it was and recapping their time at HellmouthCon ON THE Hellmouth in Torrance, Ca. Analese now has a picture in her high school principal's office with the three Sunnydale HS principals and Rob now can say he got to tell his amazing embarrassing story about blonde hair and James Marsters DIRECTLY to the guy IN PERSON.Also in this episode: The Great Goblin Angle Bargle, Never Flinch, panting goblin armies, practicing table top games on your own, and the frustration of GenXers at the end to The Neverending Story. Get bonus content and episodes when you subscribe on Patreon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cameron Roberson, who writes under the pen name Rob Cameron, is a teacher, linguist, and writer. Rob is also lead organizer for the Brooklyn Speculative Fiction Writers and founder of Constellations Mentorship for the Octavia Project. He has poetry, stories, and essays in StarLine*, The Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction, Foreign Policy Magazine, Tor.com, New Modality, Solarpunk Magazine, Apex, Clockwork Phoenix Five, Lightspeed, and others. Daydreamer, his debut middle grade novel, is a finalist for the Andre Norton, the Nebula award for middle grade and YA.Max Limric is a pre-service teacher in elementary education entering a co-teaching year at Greens Farms Academy in Westport, Connecticut. He became interested in the power of children and young-adult texts while taking classes at Fairfield University, and further learned the power of literature when attending and presenting at the annual conference of the National Council of English. He grew up with speculative stories, being brought into the worlds of Harry Potter and The NeverEnding Story, and looks forward to unlocking their potential in his future classroom.About The Write TimeThe Write Time is a special series of NWP Radio, a podcast of the National Writing Project (NWP), where writing teachers from across the NWP Network interview young-adult and children's authors about their books, their composing processes, and writers' craft. View the archive...

But when you think about it for a second, you think about what would have to be true about the world for us all to be walking around naked and feel no shame. What would have to be true about the world? What would have to be true about us for us to live unguarded, unshielded, fully transparent lives with each other? Well it would have to be a world where we were not a threat to each other, where we weren't always trying to manipulate and control each other. It would have to be a world of honor. A world of respect. A world of truth and humility. Not to mention, of course, it would have to be a world with really good weather and completely free of mosquitoes. And when you think about it, you realize that it is actually the perfect phrase to encapsulate the storyteller's opening scene of how God created a world that works. A world of harmony. A world of flourishing. A world where everything is as it should be. In short, it is the perfect phrase to describe this state of being that the biblical authors refer to as shalom, peace, universal flourishing, the way things ought to be.

After a short spell as a punk rocker, Limahl found fame with the band Kajagoogoo after responding to an advert in a music magazine in 1982, where the then named Art Noveau were looking for a new lead singer. The following year he left the band – but quickly went onto find his own success as a solo artist with his hit “The Never Ending Story”. His early ambitions, growing up in Wigan, were for a career as an actor and he even toured in production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat. What then will he choose as his Inheritance Tracks... Inherited: Move Over Darling by Doris Day Passed on: Four Brothers by Manhattan TransferProducers: Catherine Powell and Anna Bailey

On this month's Around the World with Yusko, we unpack the latest twists in the ongoing global trade drama, focusing on the continued discussion of Trump-era tariffs, boiling geopolitical tensions, and what "TACO" really means. Join Mark as he weaves a narrative of markets, macroeconomics, and monetary policy that spans the impact of tariffs on inflation and recession risks, to Bitcoin's bullish setup, and the surging performance of gold miners, European equities, and Bitcoin treasury companies. Fast-paced and full of surprises, this is surely an episode you don't want to miss! Want more?   Watch the “Around The World With Yusko” webinar series live by contacting us at ir@morgancreekcap.com. Watch it after the fact at https://www.morgancreekcap.com/market-commentary/#investment-themes.   Visit us on the web at https://www.morgancreekcap.com.   Legal Disclaimer This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice or as a solicitation for the sale of any security or any advisory or other service. Investments related to the themes and ideas discussed may be owned by funds managed by the host and podcast guests. Any conflicts mentioned by the host are subject to change. Listeners should consult their personal financial advisors before making any investment decisions.

It's dangerous to go alone... Take this podcast! But make sure you've got your boomerang, bombs, heart containers, bow and arrow, faeries, map, candle, and sword with you because the Triforce ain't just for listening to... it's for assembling! In 1986, Nintendo released a golden game that altered the very idea of home gaming and cross-over media... FOREVER. We're talking about the original Legend of Zelda, which debuted a 20+ game series with special guest Drew Kebbel. Plus, we're making time for the MouthGarf Report and I See What You Did There.Link: The Faces of Evil (Philips CD-i game): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iPn3LIe2e3wTom Hanks in Mazes & Monsters: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yfxXug5ZMdkLackAttack24 - Legend of Zelda: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4tdjN3I1i2IPlease give us a 5 star rating on Apple Podcasts! Want to ask us a question? Talk to us! Email debutbuddies@gmail.comListen to Kelly and Chelsea's awesome horror movie podcast, Never Show the Monster.Get some sci-fi from Spaceboy Books.Get down with Michael J. O'Connor's music!Next time: First Roddy Piper Lead Movie Role - Hell Comes to Frogtown

We never outgrow the need for story. Yet we think we do, don't we? Especially when it comes to this book, we call the Bible. We have made it into a book of rules, rights and wrongs, and dos and don'ts. And yes, there are some rules that teach us how life works best, but if that is what the Bible is to us, we have missed the point altogether. We have made it into a book of character studies and history lessons or facts to be clung to and mastered. A book to be analyzed, dissected, and studied, and these have their place, but again, the Bible is not a textbook to be mastered.

Send us a textThis week Ruby continues on the Firearms Analysis Train and tells you the never ending story of Sacco and Vanzetti, were they scapegoated, or were they guilty? You will need to listen to this weeks episode to decide. Support the showInstagram @vintagehomicidepodcastFacebook Vintage Homicide Podcasthttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/lachesis19vemail vintagehomicidepodcast@gmail.comwebsite https://vintagehomicide.buzzsprout.com

I can tell you my love for you will still be strong, after the nerds of summer have gone...Analese and Rob get NERDY with Dr. Intern Joan's very first time watching The Neverending Story. How is it a GenX person has actually never seen this classic? We don't know, but are SO GLAD to share this with DIJ. Analese questions Bastian's school principal and Rob questions if Neverending Story II is worth the minutes of your life. Also in this episode: reading Eisner nominees in Hoopla, Stephen King EVERYWHERE, more hit films from 1984, the trauma of 90 seconds in this film, The Great Goblin Angle Bargle, YOU on Netflix IS NOT LIKE DEXTER, DIJ's new nerd room. Get bonus content and episodes when you subscribe on Patreon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the latest Mortcast Jeff talks about the very, very (two month) search for a Denver Nuggets team president and General Manager and how the length of this search might indicate how they feel about this offseason. Enjoy the show!

 In this episode, host Nick invites Aiden Biasi to discuss the complexities of maintaining traditional gender roles in the modern world. They explore topics such as balancing fatherhood, career, and personal growth, the importance of open communication in relationships, and the challenges of navigating societal expectations. They also delve into personal experiences with family dynamics and the evolving nature of relationships. The conversation includes reflections on how societal norms impact personal decisions and the significance of facing one's true self. Aiden shares insights on how his family supports him and the importance of finding a balance between masculine and feminine traits.00:00 Introduction and Podcast Setup00:30 Respect and High-Performing Men00:57 Challenges of Fatherhood01:27 Importance of Personal Growth01:57 Family Dynamics and Relationships02:39 Dana's Delicious Hot Cross Buns04:52 Traditional Roles and Modern Society06:06 Feminism and Family Structure12:13 Reflections on Relationships19:31 Navigating Post-Breakup Emotions32:57 Balancing Traditional Roles in Marriage39:59 Balancing Communication Styles in Relationships40:33 Reflecting on Childhood and Communication Patterns41:16 The Importance of Open and Honest Conversations41:42 Navigating Demands and Ego in Relationships42:17 Healing Personal Traumas for Better Relationships42:23 Roles and Responsibilities in Marriage44:20 Trusting the Divine Plan and Self-Improvement45:30 The Key to Personal Growth46:34 Stoicism and Reactions to Life's Challenges49:20 The Journey of Marriage and Self-Discovery50:34 The Impact of Media on Relationship Expectations51:05 Facing Challenges Head-On51:22 Metaphors from 'The NeverEnding Story'53:11 Building Confidence and Making Decisions54:21 The Evolution of Marriage and Engagement55:17 The Beauty of Opposites in Relationships57:21 The Role of Silence and Harmony in Relationships58:27 The Fool Speaks, the Wise Man Listens59:01 The Purpose of Podcasting and Sharing Wisdom01:00:38 Analyzing Viral Clips and Gender Roles01:07:15 The Battle Between Masculine and Feminine01:11:07 The Blessing of Parenthood and Traditional Values01:15:12 The Illusion of Confidence and Social Media01:18:29 Concluding Thoughts and Gratitude

In this radical episode of Past Tens: A Top 10 Time Machine, Dave and Milt hop in their DeLorean — flux capacitor fully operational — and set the date for June 16, 1984. They're not just cruising through the Billboard Top 10; they're living it like extras in Footloose. The episode kicks off with a heartfelt and totally tubular tribute to Dave's late father — think The Karate Kid's Mr. Miyagi, but with better dad jokes. From there, it's a parade of parachute pants, popped collars, and personal memories as they discuss the artists who ruled the airwaves: Madonna, Bruce Springsteen, Duran Duran, and Cyndi Lauper — basically the Justice League of 1984 pop. Of course, it wouldn't be Past Tens without a few twists. There's a Playdate Quiz that would stump even The NeverEnding Story's Atreyu, a musical mashup segment that's more chaotic than Gremlins after midnight, and their signature song substitution game — think Indiana Jones swapping the idol for a bag of sand, but with Huey Lewis tracks. Some highlights: 00:54: A heartfelt memorial for Dave's father, complete with more heart than Kevin Bacon dancing alone in a warehouse. 08:33: Pop Culture Highlights: Ghostbusters hit theaters, Purple Rain was on the horizon, and nobody put Baby in a corner (yet — Dirty Dancing was still a few years away). 15:22: Countdown kicks off — Night Ranger's “Sister Christian” taught us all what "motoring" really means (spoiler: it's not what your dad thinks). 38:01: Musical Mashups — imagine Footloose meets Thriller but performed by the cast of Revenge of the Nerds. 39:22: Laura Branigan's “Self Control” — the unofficial soundtrack to sneaking out past curfew in 1984. 44:54: Huey Lewis reminds everyone that the heart of rock and roll is still beating — even if it's wearing leg warmers. 59:33: Steve Perry's “Oh Sherrie,” a ballad so powerful it could get E.T. to phone home twice. 01:19:50: Cyndi Lauper's “Time After Time” — guaranteed to make even the Stay Puft Marshmallow Man misty-eyed. 01:23:15: Cyndi's legendary ties to the wrestling world — she could literally have body-slammed a Goonie. Milt also teases his upcoming trip to Africa, though we're unclear whether he'll be traveling by Toto song or Temple of Doom bridge. It's a journey that's equal parts nostalgia, musicology, and a John Hughes movie montage. Crank up your Walkman and join the ride — just don't feed Milt after midnight.

We'd love to hear from you! Click here to send us a text. In this episode, Steve sits down with Limahl, the iconic frontman of Kajagoogoo and solo artist behind the timeless hit “Never Ending Story.” Limahl shares the story behind his unique stage name, reflects on his breakout days with Kajagoogoo, and about collaborating with legendary producer Giorgio Moroder. He also discusses the story behind his atmospheric cover of “A Horse With No Name,” and much more. It's a deep dive into New Wave history with one of its most recognizable voices. Limahlhttp://www.limahl.com/Support the show

Hello Dears! Happy Friday! I decided to do a little mini series of solo episodes as a follow up the episode of The Never Ending Story and Releasing Fear. To provide an offering for how to begin awakening our loving, trusting selves. And it starts with the heart. Inspired by the wonderful book by Dana Quade, Doing The Thing: How Finding Your Shine Will Brighten Our World I share what she refers to as the 4 chambers of the heart and will be covering each chamber in this mini series.On this episode I talk about the FOURTH chamber of the heart which allows us to stick to our convictions, The COURAGEOUS Heart. I share the importance of having a COURAGEOUS heart which is that of your brave soul, it endows you with the ability to say NO when you must and stick up for what you believe in. It is the heart of self love that no one can fully self-love without. The fiery heart that acts on feelings that are true to the spirit.Doing The Thing: How Finding Your Shine Will Brighten Our World, By Dana Quade,  https://www.amazon.com/Doing-Thing-Dana-Quade/dp/0692001689Donations To Women Waken To Support The Show Are Greatly Appreciated