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Welcome back to our series on Edith Wharton's very complex (and wonderful) novel. This week, in discussing the ending, we find ourselves at, well, a loss for words. Nevertheless, we persist. We attempt to reckon with the complicated nature of May's character, Newland's fatalism and paralyzed life of the mind, the question of whether he's a tragic character, how we may or may not re-think the countess in light of the ending, and much more! As always, happy listening!To learn about The Tapestry curriculum from the CiRCE Institute click here! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit closereads.substack.com/subscribe
(no music) NOT Trivia Tuesday | LMBYTS #1541 | Jason Newland | 20th January 2026 by Jason Newland
(music) (5 hours) #1542 Let me bore you to sleep | Jason Newland | 21st January 2026 by Jason Newland
(no music) (10 hours) #1542 Let me bore you to sleep | Jason Newland | 21st January 2026 by Jason Newland
(music) (10 hours) #1542 Let me bore you to sleep | Jason Newland | 21st January 2026 by Jason Newland
(no music) #1542 Let me bore you to sleep | Jason Newland | 21st January 2026 by Jason Newland
(music) #1542 Let me bore you to sleep | Jason Newland | 21st January 2026 by Jason Newland
(no music) (5 hours) #1542 Let me bore you to sleep | Jason Newland | 21st January 2026 by Jason Newland
(music) (5 hours) NOT Trivia Tuesday | LMBYTS #1541 | Jason Newland | 20th January 2026 by Jason Newland
(music) NOT Trivia Tuesday | LMBYTS #1541 | Jason Newland | 20th January 2026 by Jason Newland
(music) (10.hours) NOT Trivia Tuesday | LMBYTS #1541 | Jason Newland | 20th January 2026 by Jason Newland
(no music) (5 hours) NOT Trivia Tuesday | LMBYTS #1541 | Jason Newland | 20th January 2026 by Jason Newland
(no music) (10 hours) NOT Trivia Tuesday | LMBYTS #1541 | Jason Newland | 20th January 2026 by Jason Newland
(music) (10 hours) Stand-Up | Monday's Boring Objects | LMBYTS #1540 | Jason Newland | 19th January 2026 by Jason Newland
(no music) (10 hours) Stand-Up | Monday's Boring Objects | LMBYTS #1540 | Jason Newland | 19th January 2026 by Jason Newland
(no music) Stand-Up | Monday's Boring Objects | LMBYTS #1540 | Jason Newland | 19th January 2026 by Jason Newland
(no music) (5 hours) Stand-Up | Monday's Boring Objects | LMBYTS #1540 | Jason Newland | 19th January 2026 by Jason Newland
(music) (5 hours) Stand-Up | Monday's Boring Objects | LMBYTS #1540 | Jason Newland | 19th January 2026 by Jason Newland
(music) Stand-Up | Monday's Boring Objects | LMBYTS #1540 | Jason Newland | 19th January 2026 by Jason Newland
(music) Stand-Up | Monday's Boring Objects | LMBYTS #1540 | Jason Newland | 19th January 2026 by Jason Newland
(no music) (5 hours) Stand-Up | Monday's Boring Objects | LMBYTS #1540 | Jason Newland | 19th January 2026 by Jason Newland
(music) (5 hours) Stand-Up | Monday's Boring Objects | LMBYTS #1540 | Jason Newland | 19th January 2026 by Jason Newland
(no music) (10 hours) Stand-Up | Monday's Boring Objects | LMBYTS #1540 | Jason Newland | 19th January 2026 by Jason Newland
(music) (10.hours) NOT Trivia Tuesday | LMBYTS #1541 | Jason Newland | 20th January 2026 by Jason Newland
(no music) (10 hours) #1542 Let me bore you to sleep | Jason Newland | 21st January 2026 by Jason Newland
(music) (5 hours) #1542 Let me bore you to sleep | Jason Newland | 21st January 2026 by Jason Newland
(music) #1542 Let me bore you to sleep | Jason Newland | 21st January 2026 by Jason Newland
(music) (10 hours) #1542 Let me bore you to sleep | Jason Newland | 21st January 2026 by Jason Newland
(no music) #1542 Let me bore you to sleep | Jason Newland | 21st January 2026 by Jason Newland
(no music) (5 hours) #1542 Let me bore you to sleep | Jason Newland | 21st January 2026 by Jason Newland
(no music) Stand-Up | Monday's Boring Objects | LMBYTS #1540 | Jason Newland | 19th January 2026 by Jason Newland
(no music) (10 hours) NOT Trivia Tuesday | LMBYTS #1541 | Jason Newland | 20th January 2026 by Jason Newland
(no music) (5 hours) NOT Trivia Tuesday | LMBYTS #1541 | Jason Newland | 20th January 2026 by Jason Newland
(music) (5 hours) NOT Trivia Tuesday | LMBYTS #1541 | Jason Newland | 20th January 2026 by Jason Newland
(no music) NOT Trivia Tuesday | LMBYTS #1541 | Jason Newland | 20th January 2026 by Jason Newland
(music) NOT Trivia Tuesday | LMBYTS #1541 | Jason Newland | 20th January 2026 by Jason Newland
(music) (10 hours) Stand-Up | Monday's Boring Objects | LMBYTS #1540 | Jason Newland | 19th January 2026 by Jason Newland
Welcome back to our ongoing series about The Age of Innocence! This week we're discussing when a thought becomes a sin in this book, whether there's enough substance in Newland for a woman like Ellen to fall in love with him, Newland's obsession with fate (even if he has manufacture some), Ellen as representative of European culture for Newland, and much, much more. Happy listening! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit closereads.substack.com/subscribe
(no music) The Gentle Effort to Stay Awake | SLEEP HYPNOSIS | Jason Newland | 17th January 2026 by Jason Newland
(no music) (5 hours) The Gentle Effort to Stay Awake | SLEEP HYPNOSIS | Jason Newland | 17th January 2026 by Jason Newland
(no music) (10 hours) The Gentle Effort to Stay Awake | SLEEP HYPNOSIS | Jason Newland | 17th January 2026 by Jason Newland
(music) (5 hours) The Gentle Effort to Stay Awake | SLEEP HYPNOSIS | Jason Newland | 17th January 2026 by Jason Newland
(music) (10 hours) The Gentle Effort to Stay Awake | SLEEP HYPNOSIS | Jason Newland | 17th January 2026 by Jason Newland
(music) (10 hours) Q&A Friday | LMBYTS #1539 | Jason Newland | 16th January 2026 by Jason Newland
(no music) (5 hours) Q&A Friday | LMBYTS #1539 | Jason Newland | 16th January 2026 by Jason Newland
(no music) Q&A Friday | LMBYTS #1539 | Jason Newland | 16th January 2026 by Jason Newland
(music) Q&A Friday | LMBYTS #1539 | Jason Newland | 16th January 2026 by Jason Newland
(no music) (10 hours) Q&A Friday | LMBYTS #1539 | Jason Newland | 16th January 2026 by Jason Newland
(music) (5 hours) Q&A Friday | LMBYTS #1539 | Jason Newland | 16th January 2026 by Jason Newland
351: Five Finance Skills Every Nonprofit Leader Needs (Stephen Newland)SUMMARYMany nonprofit leaders step into their roles with deep passion for mission, but far less confidence when it comes to finance. In this episode, Stephen Newland, founder of MoneyPath FP&A, breaks down five essential finance skills every nonprofit leader must develop to lead with confidence, reduce risk, and sustain impact. Stephen explains why financial uncertainty is so common in the sector, how organizational growth often triggers financial overwhelm, and why leaders can no longer rely on a simple “there's money in the bank” mindset. He introduces the idea of cash flow as organizational oxygen, and shares practical ways to forecast cash, use the budget as a strategic tool, and prepare for both downside risk and upside opportunity. The conversation also tackles one of the most persistent nonprofit tensions - restricted versus unrestricted funding - and offers clear guidance on how to tell the financial story in ways boards and donors actually understand. Stephen closes with a powerful reminder: financial confidence doesn't start with spreadsheets - it starts with curiosity.ABOUT STEPHENStephen Newland, CMA is the founder of MoneyPath FP&A, where he provides fractional CFO services to growing nonprofits—most often in the $1M–$10M revenue range. He helps nonprofit leaders save time, reduce financial stress, and make confident decisions through better forecasting, reporting, and financial storytelling. Stephen's background includes corporate finance, startup advising, and leading a large-scale financial education program—experience that shaped his ability to translate complex financial concepts into practical, mission-aligned leadership tools.RESOURCES & LINKSMoneyPath (free tools, cash flow templates, nonprofit discounts)Stephen Newland on LinkedInBook recommendation: How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale CarnegieFollow the PodcastLearn more about the PMA & Armstrong McGuire merger!