Podcasts about Nisha

Struggling with meal prep or fitness motivation? Our latest guest, @MrsSlimOnPlants, reveals her tips and tricks for sustaining a balanced vegan lifestyle while juggling being a YouTuber, a full time employee, a mom of 2 kids, and a social media recipe queen. From growing up vegetarian to going fully vegan, building muscle, balancing culture, raising mostly vegan kids, and running a growing YouTube channel while working a 9–5 — Nisha proves you don't need excuses, just consistency.

Who are you when you are forced to walk in someone else's shoes? Jojo Moyes' 2023 novel helps answer that question. Nisha Cantor, a wealthy globetrotter, and Sam Kemp, an overly stressed woman with an awful job, accidentally pick up each other's gym bag. Inside Nisha's bag was a beautiful pair of 6-inch Christian Louboutin red crocodile shoes, which makes Sam feel more confident when she wears them. Nisha is desperate to find them since her husband is divorcing her and wants the shoes back. Both women's lives turn upside down with new life experiences. This was a funny, easy read with numerous twists and turns in the plot. And we learned all about famous and infamous wine fraud - Rudy Kurniawan to Yellowtail.

Dans cet épisode, Mareva vient nous parler de son métier de traductrice, du statut des traducteur(e)s littéraires, de son parcours et du métier. Vous pouvez échanger avec Mareva sur son compte Instagram

Fluent Fiction - Hindi: Mysteries at Marine Drive: A Tale of Curiosity and Caution Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hi/episode/2025-06-06-22-34-02-hi Story Transcript:Hi: समुद्र तट पर गोधूलि बेला थी।En: It was twilight at the beach.Hi: मरीन ड्राइव की हवा में खुनकी थी और लहरें चट्टानों को धीरे-धीरे छू रही थीं।En: There was a chill in the air at Marine Drive and the waves were gently touching the rocks.Hi: लोग शाम की सैर का आनंद ले रहे थे।En: People were enjoying their evening walk.Hi: उसी भीड़ में थे, आरव और निशा।En: Among the crowd were Aarav and Nisha.Hi: आरव हमेशा से समुद्री जीवविज्ञान में रुचि रखता था।En: Aarav had always been interested in marine biology.Hi: वह हमेशा समुद्र के रहस्यों को जानने को उत्सुक रहता था।En: He was always eager to learn about the mysteries of the ocean.Hi: निशा एकदम विपरीत थी।En: Nisha was completely opposite.Hi: उसका दृष्टिकोण व्यावहारिक था और वह किसी भी पहेली को सुलझाने में माहिर थी।En: Her approach was practical, and she was skilled at solving any puzzle.Hi: उस शांत शाम में, उनकी नजर अचानक किनारे पर एक अजीब, बिना पहचान वाले पैकेज पर पड़ी।En: In that serene evening, their eyes suddenly spotted a strange, unidentified package on the shore.Hi: पैकेज पानी में तैर रहा था और सर्फ की सफेद लहरों के साथ इधर-उधर हो रहा था।En: The package was floating in the water and bobbing with the white surf.Hi: आरव की आंखें चमक उठीं।En: Aarav's eyes lit up.Hi: "क्या इसमें कोई खास चीज हो सकती है?" उसने अनुमान लगाया।En: "Could there be something special in it?" he speculated.Hi: निशा ने पैकेज की ओर देखा।En: Nisha looked at the package.Hi: "आरव, हमें इस पर ध्यान से काम लेना चाहिए।En: "Aarav, we should handle this carefully.Hi: पता नहीं ये कहां से आया है।"En: We don't know where it's from."Hi: परंतु आरव की उत्सुकता चरम पर थी।En: But Aarav's curiosity was at its peak.Hi: उसने पैकेज को उठाने का निर्णय लिया और इसकी असली सचाई जानने की ठानी।En: He decided to pick up the package and uncover its true reality.Hi: "आरव, रुक जाओ।En: "Aarav, stop.Hi: पहले यह पता लगा लो कि यह किसका हो सकता है।" निशा ने चिंता व्यक्त की।En: First, find out to whom it might belong," Nisha expressed concern.Hi: लेकिन आरव का साहस उसे आगे बढ़ने को कह रहा था।En: But Aarav's courage was urging him to move forward.Hi: उसने पैकेज खोला और उनके सामने एक रहस्यमय नक्शा उभरा।En: He opened the package and a mysterious map emerged before them.Hi: नक्शे पर कुछ अज्ञात मार्ग और संकेत थे।En: The map had some unknown routes and symbols.Hi: अब स्थिति गंभीर थी।En: Now the situation was critical.Hi: निशा ने कहा, "हमें पुलिस को बताना चाहिए।En: Nisha said, "We should inform the police.Hi: यह कुछ भी हो सकता है।"En: It could be anything."Hi: लेकिन आरव ने सुझाव दिया कि वे खुद ही इसकी जांच करें।En: But Aarav suggested that they investigate it themselves.Hi: दोनों की राय में मतभेद था।En: There was a difference of opinion between the two.Hi: लेकिन वे जानते थे कि उन्हें मिलकर काम करना होगा।En: But they knew they had to work together.Hi: आरव का जोश और निशा की समझदारी ने उन्हें सहमत कराया कि वे यह सफर साथ मिलकर करेंगे।En: Aarav's enthusiasm and Nisha's prudence convinced them to undertake this journey together.Hi: समुद्र की हवा में उनके सामंजस्य की ओर पहली किरण दिखी।En: In the sea breeze, the first sign of their harmony appeared.Hi: अब वे समुद्र के रहस्यों को सुलझाने के लिए तैयार थे।En: Now they were ready to unravel the mysteries of the ocean.Hi: इस अनुभव के बाद, आरव ने निशा की सावधानी को समझा और निशा ने एक साहसी दृष्टिकोण अपनाया।En: After this experience, Aarav understood Nisha's caution, and Nisha adopted a more adventurous perspective.Hi: दोनों ने एक साझा रास्ता चुना, जिसमें संतुलन था - आरव की खोज की भावना और निशा की सोच-समझ।En: They chose a shared path, which was balanced - Aarav's spirit of exploration and Nisha's thoughtful consideration.Hi: अब उनके पास एक लक्ष्य था और मरीना ड्राइव की सुनहरी छांव में उनका सफर एक नई दिशा में अग्रसर था।En: Now they had a goal, and under the golden shade of Marine Drive, their journey was advancing in a new direction. Vocabulary Words:twilight: गोधूलिchill: खुनकीserene: शांतspotted: नजरunidentified: बिना पहचान वालेbobbing: इधर-उधर हो रहा थाspeculated: अनुमान लगायाcuriosity: उत्सुकताpeak: चरमreality: सचाईemerged: उभराsymbols: संकेतcritical: गंभीरenthusiasm: जोशprudence: समझदारीharmony: सामंजस्यunravel: सुलझानेthoughtful: सोच-समझconsideration: विचारadvancing: अग्रसरmysteries: रहस्योंpackage: पैकेजfloat: तैरनाventured: आगे बढ़नाroutes: मार्गconcern: चिंताcompelled: थानीurge: साहसinvestigate: जांच करेंadopted: अपनाया

On Season 4 of Kidsstoppress Podcasts, Mansi Zaveri, Founder of Kidsstoppress, talks to Bollywood celebrity Sunny Leone about motherhood, adoption and surrogacy.Sunny embraced adoption with open arms when they welcomed her daughter Nisha, and a few months later, welcomed twin boys, Asher and Noah, through surrogacy.Support the show

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This is Part Two of Five of Schizophrenic: The Real/Fake Peter Bryan.Peter Bryan is regarded as one of Britain's most infamous serial-killers and cannibals with almost every article and documentary about him slavering over the grisly details of his murders, and especially his cannibalism. But how much of this story is the truth, an exaggeration or a lie? Who created these myths, why do we still believe them, and what evidence is there of cannibalism? Told in full for the very first time, this is Schizophrenic: The Real/Fake Peter Bryan.Part One: Peter's upbringing, symptoms and diagnosisPart Two: The Murder of Nisha SheshPart Three: The Assault of Girl 'P4'Part Four: The "Cannibalism" of Brian CherryPart Five: The Murder of Richard LoudwellMurder Mile is one of the best UK / British true crime podcasts covering only 20 square miles of West London. Triple nominated at the True Crime Awards and nominated at the British Podcast Awards. It is researched, written and performed by Michael of Murder Mile UK True Crime Podcast with the main musical themes written and performed by Erik Stein and Jon Boux of Cult With No Name and additional music, as used under the Creative Commons License 4.0. A full listing of tracks used and a full transcript for each episode is listed here and a legal disclaimer.YouTube Video (out 7th June) - Peter Bryan is NOT a Cannibal by me, click hereFor links click hereTo subscribe via Patreon, click here Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/murdermile. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nisha Srivastava brings a transformative perspective to holistic health, one that sees personal healing as the foundation for meaningful societal change. Her philosophy integrates movement, mindset, and gut health as pillars not only for physical well-being but for clear decision-making, emotional balance, and aligned leadership. With roots in Pilates, yoga, anatomy, and personal growth, her work encourages individuals to go beyond surface-level wellness and embrace deep, sustainable inner work. What makes Nisha's approach distinctive is her commitment to both individual and collective transformation. She believes that small, intentional daily habits—such as breathwork, mindful movement, and nourishing routines—have the power to reshape not only personal lives but communities and systems. Her teaching style has drawn high-profile clients through word of mouth, grounded in trust, integrity, and a profound understanding of each person's unique needs. Her mission is clear: to empower people to become conscious creators in both their health and their lives. To further support this mission, Nisha offers two free ebooks. The Transformation Ebook provides a comprehensive guide to holistic wellness, including insights on movement, nutrition, and personalized self-care. What Pilates Teachers Won't Tell You About Getting Flat Abdominals reveals the truth behind common fitness myths and introduces a more effective, anatomy-based approach to core health. Both resources are available through her websites: www.pilatesmanchester.com, www.yoga-anatomy.com, and www.pilates4sport.com. For the accessible version of the podcast, go to our Ziotag gallery.We're happy you're here! Like the pod?Support the podcast and receive discounts from our sponsors: https://yourbrandamplified.codeadx.me/Leave a rating and review on your favorite platformFollow @yourbrandamplified on the socialsTalk to my digital avatar

Episode 20In this podcast, professional astrologers Chani Nicholas, Thea Anderson, and Eliza Robertson look to the sky to make sense of what's happening here on Earth.This episode brings you into the astrological group chat to talk through how the Full Moon in Scorpio, the Uranus cazimi, and Jupiter's square to the lunar nodes have manifested IRL. We get into everything from the Democratic cover-up of Joe Biden's decline to the start of the Diddy trial, the fire at a 166-year-old plantation, and the selection of the new Pope — then we break down how these key astrological events have shown up in the collective. We also look ahead to Saturn's shift into Aries and unpack what that transit means for anyone entering a Saturn return, or any other significant Saturn transit. We rant. We reflect. We keep it real. There's a lot to get to, so let's get going.Content warning: sex trafficking, sexual assault, genocide, slavery, murder, wildfiresTimestamps:(00:00) - Welcome to Down to Astro episode 20(08:56) - Personal stories from the Scorpio Full Moon(15:00) - Political reflections: Joe Biden's Scorpio stellium(21:00) - The Diddy trial: uncovering dark secrets(26:56) - Cassie's case and the Mars Synodic Cycle(36:44) - Historical parallels: Anita Hill and Cassie(38:16) - Mars cazimi, 1991 and now: South Africa in the news(42:22) - The Full Moon and high-profile trials(44:48) - The importance of centering survivors(48:08) - Saturn, Ceres, and Cassie on the stand(50:42) -  Burning down the past: Neptune and the Nottoway Plantation fire(57:39) - The Scorpio Moon, the Mars–Pluto opposition, and global politics(01:07:39) - Power outages, tech failures, and the Uranus cazimi(01:14:04) - The significance of Jupiter's square to the nodes of the Moon(01:18:21) - Jupiter, ChatGPT, and the impact of tech in higher education(01:22:44) - The astrology of Pope Leo XIV(01:30:45) - Saturn's shift into Aries(01:37:40) - Navigating your second Saturn return(01:39:45) - Saturn squares: key Saturn transits in your 30s and 40s(01:41:09) - Upcoming astrological shifts: Saturn in Aries and Jupiter in CancerThis episode was recorded on 5/20/2025.For more astrological insights, download the CHANI app or follow CHANI on Instagram, TikTok, and Bluesky.The song “Midas,” featured in the podcast, was created by NISHA and is available wherever you listen to music.This episode also mentioned the following creative works:Original Sin: President Biden's Decline, Its Cover-Up, and His Disastrous Choice to Run Again by Jake Tapper and Alex ThompsonWe Do Not Care Club series on TikTok by @justbeingmelaniDoppelganger by Naomi KleinP.S. The transcript for this episode is available here.

What defines a true family? DNA? Genes? Or Unconditional love?On Season 4 of Kidsstoppress Podcasts, Mansi Zaveri, Founder of Kidsstoppress, talks to Bollywood celebrity Sunny Leone about motherhood, adoption and surrogacy.Sunny embraced adoption with open arms when they welcomed her daughter Nisha, and a few months later, welcomed twin boys, Asher and Noah, through surrogacy.She's very candid about how she is as a mom, what she wants for her children, the struggles during the adoption process, and the surrogacy failure - Tune In Now Support the show

This week on The Small Business Podcast for Small Businesses, Nisha takes over and delivers a game-changing episode for entrepreneurs looking to up their social media game. She shares her personal experiences as a social media manager, unveils five essential tips for growing your business online, and offers insights that can help you stand out in a crowded digital landscape.If you're ready to boost engagement, reach more customers, and make social media work for your business, this is the episode you need to hear first.Support the show

Today, I am joined by Nisha Narang of Soulful Vegan and Leorah Clinical. Nisha is an experienced Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research Professional pioneering ethical innovation in healthcare development. With a Bachelor of .Pharmacy and Master of .Science. in Biochemical Pharmacology, Nisha has over 15 years of expertise in managing clinical research projects across regulatory guidelines and therapeutic areas.Her unique vision of combining scientific rigor with cruelty-free principles led to establishing Leorah Clinical, the world's first dedicated vegan-friendly clinical development consultancy. Through her leadership, Leorah Clinical helps companies develop innovative healthcare products that maintain excellence while adhering to ethical principles.Nisha's expertise spans clinical research and development, regulatory compliance, vegan-friendly innovation, and global project management, enabling Leorah Clinical to deliver comprehensive solutions that transform the future of healthcare development.In addition to her pioneering work at Leorah Clinical, Nisha is a passionate advocate for plant-based living. Through her coaching platform, Soulful Vegan, she empowers individuals to embrace a healthier lifestyle by offering personalized guidance on vegan nutrition and wellness. Her coaching sessions are rooted in compassion and tailored to help clients achieve their health goals while respecting their unique journeys.To connect with Nisha:For Vegan Product Development: Collaborate with Nisha to bring your cruelty-free product ideas to life. Book a consultation here- https://www.leorahclinical.com/consultation/For Science-Based Vegan Health Coaching: Start your journey toward optimal health with personalized coaching plans. Choose a plan that works for you here- https://soulfulvegan.com.au/coaching/To connect with me:Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @didyoubringthehummusFor more info on my Public Speaking 101 program: ⁠https://www.didyoubringthehummus.com/publicspeakingforactivists⁠Contact me here or send me an email at info@didyoubringthehummus.comSign up for meditation sessions hereSign up for The Vegan Voyage, to sponsor the podcast, book meditations packages, or sign up for my Public Speaking program hereJoin my Podcast Fan Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/didyoubringthehummus/To be a guest on the podcast: https://www.didyoubringthehummus.com/beaguest©2025 Kimberly Winters - Did You Bring the Hummus LLCTheme Song ©2020 JP Winters ⁠@musicbyjpw⁠

In this episode, Pastor Nisha ministers on making room for divine outcomes. Part 18 of the sermon series titled 'Word Became Flesh', preached at the Sunday Service on 11 May 2025 at Revelation Church.

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Dans cet épisode Mareva Mae, l'autrice du roman "La sorcière et le protecteur", publié chez Nisha, vient nous parler de son métier de traductrice littéraire. Vous pouvez retrouver Mareva sur son compte instagram : mareva_mae

Episode 19In this podcast, professional astrologers Chani Nicholas, Thea Anderson, and Eliza Robertson look to the sky to make sense of what's happening here on Earth.This episode brings you into the astrological group chat to talk about how the Mars–Pluto opposition and new Aries era have landed IRL. Covering everything from the Blue Origin flight to Beyoncé's birth chart reading, the passing of Pope Francis, and the impact of Sinners' success at the box office, we look back at how recent planetary power struggles manifested in the collective. Plus, we give a preview of what to expect when Saturn changes signs at the end of May. It's practical. It's fun. It's chatty. And it's the women x space collab you deserve.Content warning: Vancouver and New Orleans terror attacksTimestamps:(00:00) - Welcome to Down to Astro episode 19(03:06) - Previous Mars–Pluto predictions: revolution and struggles for power(05:51) - Venus and Neptune in Pisces: women in space(17:59) - Defying authority: the role of judges and the law(20:57) - Violence and tragedy: the Mars–Pluto opposition reflected in recent headlines(31:12) - The impact of Trump on the Canadian election(39:02) - The passing of Pope Francis and its astrological significance(46:17) - Economic turmoil and the role of Uranus(56:30) - The influence of Venus in Aries: the Met Gala(01:01:01) - Cowboy Carter and Beyoncé's astrology(01:11:20) - Sinners: 1932's nodal return reflected in cinema(01:20:50) - Ask us anything: the transition to Saturn in Aries(01:24:41) - Imagining a new reality with the upcoming Saturn–Neptune conjunctionThis episode was recorded on 04/29/2025.For more astrological insights, download the CHANI app or follow CHANI on Instagram, TikTok, and Bluesky.The song “Midas,” featured in the podcast, was created by NISHA and is available wherever you listen to music.This episode also mentioned the following creative works:“The Astrology Podcast” hosted by Chris Brennan“Cowboy Carter” by Beyoncé“Cowboy Carter Art Book” by BeyoncéThe New York Times/Siena SurveyP.S. The transcript for this episode is available here.

The United States National Institute of Health is the world's largest funder of biomedical research, but it has cut about half of the more than 1,200 grants that its umbrella agency, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services — now led by long-time vaccine skeptic Robert F. Kennedy Jr. — said it has terminated. The cuts have hit researchers in Universities across the nation hard. Joining us to discuss their research, the impact and the implications are Dr Nisha Acharya, a UCSF ophthalmology professor, who has been researching the effects of a shingles vaccine on shingles of the eye. Dr Acharya's research funding has been cut to the tune of $1.8 million. We're also joined by Dr Diana Foster, an Oakland-based UCSF researcher, whose work explores effects of state-level abortion bans on women. Her research was funded by a $2.5 million five year grant, that was cut after just 6 months of work. — Subscribe to this podcast: https://plinkhq.com/i/1637968343?to=page Get in touch: lawanddisorder@kpfa.org Follow us on socials @LawAndDis: https://twitter.com/LawAndDis; https://www.instagram.com/lawanddis/ The post DOGE's NIH Cuts Hit Science Researchers w/ Dr Nisha Acharya & Dr Diana Foster appeared first on KPFA.

Fluent Fiction - Hindi: A Family's Hidden Secret Reveals A New Beginning Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hi/episode/2025-04-26-22-34-02-hi Story Transcript:Hi: गर्मियों की हरी आरंभिक सुबह थी।En: It was an early green morning of summer.Hi: फाल्गुन के वसंत ने नीम के पीले फूलों की चादर बिछा दी थी।En: The spring of Falgun had spread a sheet of yellow flowers from the Neem tree.Hi: घर में गूंजते तनों के बीच, परछाइयों से भरा एक बैठक कक्ष था।En: Amidst the echoing trunks in the house, there was a living room filled with shadows.Hi: चारों ओर पुरानी तस्वीरें लटकी थीं, और मिट्टी के रंग का फर्नीचर एक दूसरे से उलझा हुआ था।En: Old pictures hung all around, and the earth-colored furniture was intertwined with each other.Hi: यह अन्होनी मुलाकात का द्योतक त्यौहार था, जहां परिवार की कल्पनाओं का समन्वय प्रमुख था।En: It was a festival symbolizing an unexpected meeting where the coordination of family imaginations was paramount.Hi: यह बैठक कक्ष, जो धूल में लिपटे हुए यादों के टुकड़ों को समाहित करता था, अब भोजन के लिए तैयार था।En: This living room, which housed pieces of memories wrapped in dust, was now ready for a meal.Hi: अनन्या निगाहों से सबको देखते हुए अपने दिल में छुपा एक भेद लेकर बैठी थी।En: Ananya, sitting with a secret hidden in her heart, watched everyone with discerning eyes.Hi: उसकी नजरें मेज पर सजाई हुई थाली और उस पर रखे सादे व्यंजनों को देख रही थीं।En: Her gaze rested on the arranged plate on the table and the simple dishes placed upon it.Hi: "राहुल भैय्या, जरा मसालेदार चटनी पास कर दो," अनन्या की माँ ने कहा।En: "Rahul Bhaiyya, please pass the spicy chutney," Ananya's mother said.Hi: उनके चेहरे पर थकान के चिन्ह स्पष्ट थे, बावजूद इसके जबरन दिए गइई मुस्कान किसी भी आगंतुक को भ्रमित कर सकती थी।En: The signs of fatigue were evident on her face, yet the forced smile could confuse any visitor.Hi: वहीं राज, अनन्या का बड़ा भाई, सबके चेहरे पर छाई निराशा से अंजान अपनी मोबाइल पर व्यस्त था।En: Meanwhile, Raj, Ananya's elder brother, was oblivious to the disappointment on everyone's face as he was engrossed in his mobile phone.Hi: कुछ घंटों की बातचीत के बाद, मेज पर कुछ पल की शांतिव्याप्त थी जब नisha ने अनन्या से पूछा, "अनन्या, तुमने क्या सोचा है?En: After a few hours of conversation, a moment of silence enveloped the table when Nisha asked Ananya, "Ananya, what have you thought?"Hi: " सवाल का तात्पर्य कुछ और था, लेकिन अनन्या की नजर में मानो कोई बालन गिरा।En: The question implied something else, but in Ananya's eyes, it seemed as if a hammer had dropped.Hi: मेज पर उठती हंसी और बातचीत अब थम गई थी।En: The rising laughter and conversation at the table had come to a halt.Hi: "माँ, एक बात है जो मुझे कहनी है," अनन्या ने धीमी आवाज में शुरुआत की।En: "Mom, there's something I have to say," Ananya began in a soft voice.Hi: राज और नиша की नज़रे उस पर टिक गईं।En: Raj and Nisha's eyes were fixed on her.Hi: "पता है, हमारे परिवार में एक भेद छुपा हुआ है," उसकी आवाज़ थरथराने लगी।En: "You know, there is a secret hidden within our family," her voice began to tremble.Hi: माँ के हाथ अचानक नाज़ुक हड्डियों पर जकड़ गए।En: Her mother's hands suddenly tightened on her delicate bones.Hi: उनके मन में उठते भावनाओं का समुद्र अनन्या को महसूस हो रहा था।En: Ananya could feel the ocean of emotions rising in her mother's mind.Hi: हालांकि यह घबराया हुआ क्षण था, लेकिन अनन्या ने अपने साहस को बढ़ाया।En: Though it was a tense moment, Ananya gathered her courage.Hi: "पापा और माँ के बीच कोई बात थी, जिसे उन्होंने सालों से छुपा रखा है।En: "There was something between mom and dad that they have kept hidden for years."Hi: " यह सुनकर हर कोई चौंक उठा।En: Everyone was startled upon hearing this.Hi: उस कक्ष में हवाएं थमी हुई लग रही थीं।En: The air in the room seemed to have come to a standstill.Hi: "क्या?En: "What?Hi: कौन सा रहस्य?En: What secret?"Hi: " राज ने पूछा, जबकि उनके चेहरे पर हैरानी के बादल मंडरा रहे थे।En: Raj asked, while clouds of surprise hovered over his face.Hi: अनन्या ने अपनी दुखती आँखें बंद कर लीं, और थोड़ी धीमी आवाज़ में कहा, "माँ-पापा अलग होने की सोच चुके थे, लेकिन आपके जाने के बाद वे साथ रहे।En: Ananya closed her teary eyes and said in a slightly lowered voice, "Mom and dad had thought of separating, but they stayed together after you were born.Hi: यह सब हमारे लिए था, ताकि हमें किसी तरह की परेशानी न हो।En: It was all for us, so that we wouldn't face any trouble."Hi: "कक्ष में एक लंबी खामोशी छा गई।En: A long silence enveloped the room.Hi: सभी की आँखों में बातों की गूँज थी, और स्थिति की नाज़ुकता अब सबके सामने खुल चुकी थी।En: The echoes of words were in everyone's eyes, and the delicacy of the situation had now unfolded before everyone.Hi: थोड़ी देर बाद, अनन्या की माँ ने एक गहरी साँस ली।En: After a while, Ananya's mom took a deep breath.Hi: "हाँ, यह सच है।En: "Yes, it's true.Hi: लेकिन हम सब को साथ रखना हमारे लिए ज़रूरी था।En: But keeping us all together was important for us."Hi: "माँ की आँखों में नमी थी।En: There was moisture in her mother's eyes.Hi: नisha का मन बढ़ाते हुए उसने कहा, "हमेशा की तरह मामलों को मेहनत से संभालना होगा।En: Encouraging the spirit, Nisha said, "As always, we will have to handle matters with diligence."Hi: " यह वह क्षण था जब परिवार को नए सिरे से शुरूआत का रास्ता दिखाई दिया।En: This was the moment when the family saw a way to a new beginning.Hi: इस भेद के खुलने से सभी के अंदर छुपा हुआ प्यार और नफरत खुलकर बह निकला।En: The revelation of this secret opened up all the hidden love and hatred within everyone.Hi: यह एक जख्मी मूवी की तरह था, लेकिन अब उसकी जड़ें देखी जा रही थीं।En: It was like a wounded movie, but now its roots were being seen.Hi: परिवार ने उस टूटते पल को जीत में बदल दिया।En: The family turned that breaking moment into a victory.Hi: अनन्या ने महसूस किया कि ईमानदारी और सच्चाई रिश्तों को मजबूत बना सकती है, भले ही शुरुआत में उसे चुनौती लगती हो।En: Ananya realized that honesty and truth could strengthen relationships, even if they initially seem challenging.Hi: जैसे ही दिन ढलता गया, नए सूरज की लहरें कमरे में बिखर गईं।En: As the day faded away, the rays of a new sun scattered into the room.Hi: यह एक नई शुरुवात का संकेत था।En: It was a sign of a new beginning.Hi: अनन्या के दिल में आत्मविश्वास आ चुका था।En: Confidence had filled Ananya's heart.Hi: उसने यह समझ लिया कि कुछ बातों को सुलझाने के लिए हमें उन्हें सामने लाना पड़ता है।En: She had understood that to resolve certain matters, we need to bring them to the forefront.Hi: इस धूल से भरे कमरे में, उन्होंने एक नई कहानी शुरू की, जिसमें ईमानदारी और प्यार का मेल था।En: In this dust-filled room, they started a new story, one that was a mix of honesty and love. Vocabulary Words:sheet: चादरintertwined: उलझा हुआechoing: गूंजतेdiscern: निगाहों से देखनाfatigue: थकानoblivious: अंजानdisappointment: निराशाenveloped: व्याप्तimplied: तात्पर्यhammer: बालनtremble: थरथरानाdelicate: नाज़ुकcourage: साहसstartled: चौंकनाstandstill: थमा हुआmoisture: नमीdiligence: मेहनतhatred: नफरतwounded: जख्मीroots: जड़ेंvictory: जीतresolve: सुलझानाconfidence: आत्मविश्वासforefront: सामनेif: यदिhidden: छुपा हुआrevelation: भेदchallenge: चुनौतीfaded: ढलताscattered: बिखरना

Welcome to Spring Book Club! Best friends Jac and Amy conduct a weekly literary analysis on popular Romantasy books. Today we interview best-selling author Nisha J Tuli. Nisha J. Tuli is an Amazon Top 50 and International Bestselling author of romantasy and contemporary romance. Her novel Trial of the Sun Queen—the first in the Artefacts of Ouranos series—became a BookTok hit and has gone on to be published in over a dozen languages around the world. Look for her debut romcom, NSFW (Not Safe for Work), a workplace rivals to lovers romance publishing with Forever in May 2025. Spring Book Club Roster: Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros / Lore of the Wilds by Analeigh Sbrana / Quicksilver by Cali Hart / Nine Tailed by Jayci Lee / A Fate Inked in Blood by Danielle Jensen / We Hunt the Flame by Hafsah Faizal / Powerless by Lauren Robers / The Vampire's Bargain by Jasmine Walt What's to come? Stick around when we're done with Book Club! We'll be doing a 10-part literary analysis on Sarah J. Maas' Crown of Midnight. Sponsors: Olive and June! Visit OliveAndJune.com/BOOKTALK for 20% off your first System! Let's keep the conversation going! Submit your thoughts to our form on our website (https://booktalkforbooktok.com/) for a chance to have your thoughts discussed during a future mini-episode, or on a Patreon-exclusive episode. Want to support the show? Follow us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/booktalkforbooktok Or check out our merch: https://www.etsy.com/shop/booktalkforbooktok Follow us! Instagram: @BookTalkForBookTok TikTok: @BookTalkForBookTok YouTube: @BookTalkForBookTok For all other information, visit our website https://booktalkforbooktok.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

About the Guest(s):Brilly Semenova: Brilly is a passionate advocate for individuals with disabilities, having started her advocacy journey during her middle school years. She is based in Maryland but operates nationally, providing resources and support to families and individuals. Her focus covers education, employment, social skills, and legal guidance for navigating benefits for people with disabilities.Nisha Batra: Nisha is a dedicated Early Childhood Educator and passionate disability advocate. She was recently honored with the King Charles III Award in recognition of her impactful advocacy work. Nisha firmly believes that normalizing differences empowers individuals and fosters a more inclusive and equitable society.Episode Summary:In this enlightening episode of Think Inclusive by Tim Villegas, inclusion advocates Brilly Semenova and Nisha Batra share their profound insights and personal journeys in promoting inclusive practices for individuals with disabilities. Brilli recounts her experiences from initiating mentorship programs in middle school to providing comprehensive resources for families navigating educational and legal systems. Her story emphasizes the importance of inclusivity in fostering supportive environments for individuals with different abilities.Nisha Batra brings a unique perspective with her background in early childhood education and her personal experience with a learning disability. She discusses the critical importance of celebrating diversity within educational settings and normalizing differences among students. By sharing her journey and professional insights, Nisha highlights the potential transformation inclusion can bring about in educational settings, fostering an environment where every student feels supported and valued.Complete show notes + transcript: https://mcie.org/think-inclusive/empowering-inclusion-advocates-share-stories-and-strategies/Key Takeaways:-Brilly Semenova illustrates the need for mentorship and guidance programs for young individuals with disabilities to promote self-advocacy and inclusive environments.-Nisha Batra emphasizes the significance of acknowledging and celebrating diversity in classrooms, advocating for normalization of differences among students.-Both advocates highlight the necessity for educational and societal systems to be readily inclusive, moving towards environments that support diverse learners without needing them to 'be ready' first.-The conversation underscores the challenges and opportunities found within advocacy, highlighting the transformative power inclusion holds at both individual and systemic levels.-Practical examples of advocacy efforts and successful inclusion practices are discussed, showcasing real-world applications.Resources:Helpipedia: https://helpipedia.org/Nisha's Instagram: @TheSwanTransformation: https://www.instagram.com/theswantransformation/Thank you to our sponsor, IXL: ixl.com/inclusive Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to part two of our interview with Dr. Nisha Mehta on the Finding Financial Freedom Podcast! Today, we dive into the financial side of being a physician. Dr. Nisha shares valuable insights on how physicians can build long-term financial security, prepare for economic recessions, and leverage the power of side gigs to overcome adversity. We also discuss how to maximize your W2 income for financial empowerment and what the future holds for physician side gigs. Key Topics Covered: 1. Pain Point on Being and Entrepreneur Building your business and managing it by setting boundaries 2. Getting Comfortable with Your Own Skin Being comfortable with wherever phase you are at in your life 3. Driving Change in Your Industry Learn how to turn your ideas into impactful action that drives change in the healthcare field. 4. Overcoming the Struggles of Entrepreneurship Dr. Nisha opens up about the financial and mental hurdles she faced while building a business. 5. Managing Cash Flow During Economic Uncertainty Practical solutions for physicians to safeguard their finances during times of economic instability. 6. Maximizing Your W2 Income Discover how to leverage your W2 income for greater financial empowerment and stability. 7. The Future of Physician Side Gigs Dr. Nisha shares what's next for the physician side gig community and her ongoing mission. Resources Mentioned: Physician Side Gigs Listener Takeaways: Strategies to overcome financial challenges in uncertain times. How to turn your entrepreneurial ideas into a thriving business. The importance of maximizing your W2 income while diversifying income streams. Practical advice for managing your cash flow and preparing for economic downturns. Insights into the future of physician side gigs and how you can get involved. Connect with Us: Host: Dr. Disha Spath, The Frugal Physician Guest: Dr. Nisha Mehta, Founder, Physician Side Gigs If you're a physician looking for more autonomy and fulfillment, this episode is a must-listen!   This episode is also sponsored by Set for Life Insurance – Providing more than just insurance policies—they deliver personalized coverage and expert guidance tailored to your needs. Whether you're looking for life, disability, or long-term care insurance, their team ensures you get the best protection at the most cost-effective rates. With priority underwriting, special discounts, and access to top-rated insurers, they make securing your future simple and stress-free. Take the next step in protecting what matters most. Visit setforlifeinsurance.com or call 1-888-553-3559 today.

Fluent Fiction - Hindi: Courage on Pause: Learning to Heal with Nature's Patience Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hi/episode/2025-04-09-22-34-02-hi Story Transcript:Hi: शिमला की पहाड़ियों पर वसंत धीरे-धीरे दस्तक दे रही थी।En: Spring was slowly knocking on the hills of Shimla.Hi: बर्फ धीरे-धीरे पिघल रही थी और हिमालय की खूबसूरत वादियों में हरी-भरी चादर फैलने लगी थी।En: The snow was gradually melting, and the beautiful valleys of the Himalaya were beginning to be blanketed in a lush green sheet.Hi: शीतल हवाएं अब भी ठंडक का एहसास देती थीं।En: The cool winds still gave a sense of chill.Hi: इसी बदलाव के बीच, आरव, निशा और रोहन का जीवन भी एक नए मोड़ पर था।En: Amidst this change, the lives of Aarav, Nisha, and Rohan were also at a new turning point.Hi: आरव, एक साहसी यात्री, हाल ही में फ्रॉस्टबाइट से उबर रहा था।En: Aarav, a daring traveler, was recently recovering from frostbite.Hi: अपनी चोटिल उंगलियों को देख वह थोड़ा मायूस हो जाता, लेकिन उसका मजबूत इरादा उसे जल्द ही फिर से पहाड़ों पर ले जाने की कोशिश करता।En: Looking at his injured fingers made him a bit disheartened, but his strong determination soon tried to take him back to the mountains.Hi: उसकी आंखों में बस एक ही सपना था - फिर से ट्रेकिंग करना और खुद को साबित करना।En: He had only one dream in his eyes—to go trekking again and prove himself.Hi: निशा, उसकी करीबी मित्र, हमेशा उसके साथ खड़ी रहती थी।En: Nisha, his close friend, always stood by him.Hi: वह आरव की सेहत को लेकर चिंतित थी।En: She was concerned about Aarav's health.Hi: "आरव, तुम्हें अभी आराम की जरूरत है," निशा ने कहा।En: "Aarav, you need rest right now," Nisha said.Hi: उसका प्यार और चिंता आरव को झिझक में डालती थी।En: Her love and concern put Aarav in a dilemma.Hi: वहीं, आरव का भाई रोहन हमेशा तर्कसंगत था।En: Meanwhile, Aarav's brother Rohan was always rational.Hi: उसने कहा, "आरव, भविष्य में बहुत सारे ट्रेकर तुम्हारा इंतजार कर रहे हैं।En: He said, "Aarav, many trekkers are waiting for you in the future.Hi: यह समय तुम्हारी सेहत का है।En: This is the time for your health."Hi: "आरव के मन में दुविधा थी।En: Aarav was conflicted.Hi: वह अपने दोस्तों की बात सुनता था, लेकिन दिल में पहाड़ों का आकर्षण भी सताता था।En: He listened to his friends, but the allure of the mountains also pulled at his heart.Hi: एक दिन उसने निर्णय लिया कि वह एक छोटा सा ट्रेक करेगा, ताकि यह देख सके कि उसके पैर इसे संभाल सकते हैं या नहीं।En: One day, he decided he would go on a small trek to see whether his feet could handle it or not.Hi: वह देर शाम ही निकल पड़ा, और निशा और रोहन ने उसकी चिंता के बावजूद उसका साथ दिया।En: He set out late in the evening, and despite Nisha and Rohan's concerns, they accompanied him.Hi: लेकिन जैसे ही वह ऊंचाई पर चढ़ा, उसका पैर फिसल गया और उसे धक्का लगा।En: But as soon as he climbed higher, his foot slipped and he stumbled.Hi: निशा और रोहन ने उसे तुरंत संभाला।En: Nisha and Rohan immediately steadied him.Hi: यह घटना आरव की आंखें खोलने के लिए काफी थी।En: This incident was enough to open Aarav's eyes.Hi: उसका शरीर संकेत दे रहा था और उसे समझ आ गया कि अभी थोड़ा और समय चाहिए।En: His body was giving signals, and he understood that it needed a little more time.Hi: घर लौटते हुए, आरव ने सोचा।En: On the way home, Aarav thought.Hi: वह मुस्कुराया और अपने दोस्तों को देखा।En: He smiled and looked at his friends.Hi: "तुम्हारे बिना मैं कुछ भी नहीं हूं।En: "I am nothing without you.Hi: मुझे समझ आया है कि सही समय का इंतजार करना भी एक यात्रा का हिस्सा है," उसने कहा।En: I have realized that waiting for the right time is also a part of the journey," he said.Hi: उसने आगे ट्रेकिंग योजनाएं बनाने का विचार किया, लेकिन इस बार धैर्य, सावधानी और अपनों का समर्थन साथ लेकर।En: He planned to make future trekking plans, but this time with patience, caution, and the support of loved ones.Hi: इस अनुभव से आरव ने सीखा कि कभी-कभी सबसे बड़ा साहस खुद के साथ दयालु होना होता है।En: From this experience, Aarav learned that sometimes the greatest courage is to be kind to oneself.Hi: अब वह वापसी के लिए तैयार था, परंतु सही समय पर।En: Now he was ready to return, but at the right time. Vocabulary Words:daring: साहसीfrostbite: फ्रॉस्टबाइटdisheartened: मायूसdetermination: इरादाtrekking: ट्रेकिंगconcern: चिंताdilemma: झिझकrational: तर्कसंगतconflicted: दुविधाallure: आकर्षणstumbled: धक्का लगाsteadied: संभालाsignals: संकेतrealized: समझ आयाpatience: धैर्यcaution: सावधानीcourage: साहसkind: दयालुmelting: पिघल रहीblanketed: फैलनेlush: हरी-भरीvalleys: वादियोंchill: ठंडकinjured: चोटिलaccompanied: साथ दियाslipped: फिसल गयाjourney: यात्राsupport: समर्थनexperience: अनुभवreturn: वापसी

Episode 18In this podcast, professional astrologers Chani Nicholas, Thea Anderson, and Eliza Robertson look to the sky to make sense of what's happening here on Earth.This episode brings you into the astrological group chat to talk through how all of March's astro madness landed IRL. Covering everything from the rising groundswell of anti-Trump activism to Cory Booker's record-breaking Senate speech, the ongoing Signalgate scandal, and Canada's upcoming election, we unpack all the ways the recent retrogrades and eclipses manifested in the collective. And then we look ahead to April and make predictions about what's in store with the much-anticipated Mars–Pluto matchup at the end of the month. The world spins on, and we've got a lot to discuss. So let's get into it.Content warning: Abduction, genocide, acts of warTimestamps:(00:00) - Welcome to Down to Astro episode 18(07:17) - Global protests and political movements(22:59) - 2017 vs. 2025: the influence of Venus retrograde(29:38) - State violence and disappearing protestors(35:32) - Saturn and Neptune: a struggle between structure and erosion(40:49) - The astrology of the Signalgate scandal(55:52) - The Virgo eclipse and the loss of both language and detail under Trump(59:56) - Neptune in Aries: a shift in Canadian national identity(01:12:00) - The sociocultural stakes of the Canadian election(01:14:10) - Historic astro parallels: 1960s and modern migration(01:16:30) - Ask us anything: understanding the reverb of astrological transits(01:25:55) - Predictions for April: the Mars-Pluto oppositionThis episode was recorded on 4/2/2025.For more astrological insights, download the CHANI app or follow CHANI on Instagram, TikTok, and Bluesky.The song “Midas,” featured in the podcast, was created by NISHA and is available wherever you listen to music.This episode also mentioned the following creative works:Ali Olomi's (@aaolomi) X thread about the Virgo eclipseAnxiety by Doechii“The Editor Who Was Accidentally Texted War Plans” by The Daily“The Trump Administration Accidentally Texted Me Its War Plans” by Jeffrey Goldberg for The Atlantic“These Words Are Disappearing in the New Trump Administration” by Karen Yourish, Annie Daniel, Saurabh Datar, Isaac White, and Lazaro Gamio for The New York TimesP.S. The transcript for this episode is available here.

Welcome back to the Finding Financial Freedom Podcast with Dr. Disha Spath. Today, we're joined by Dr. Nisha Mehta, a radiologist, nationally recognized thought leader in physician finance, and founder of Physician Side Gigs—a thriving community of over 200,000 physicians. In this episode, Dr. Nisha shares how she built Physician Side Gigs from the ground up, navigated the challenges of being a public figure, and leveraged her platform to create lasting change in the medical industry. She opens up about the realities of physician burnout, how to prevent it, and what it takes to channel momentum into meaningful industry transformation. Key Topics Covered: From Radiologist to Industry Leader How Dr. Nisha built Physician Side Gigs into a movement. The Challenges of Social Media Influence The trials and lessons of leading a large online community. Navigating Burnout in Medicine Identifying burnout early and strategies for prevention. Driving Change in Your Industry How to turn ideas into impactful action. Overcoming the Struggles of Entrepreneurship The financial and mental hurdles of building a business. Managing Cash Flow During Economic Uncertainty Practical solutions for physicians facing financial challenges. The Future of Physician Side Gigs What's next for the community and Dr. Nisha's mission. Resources Mentioned: Physician Side Gigs Listener Takeaways: How to balance clinical practice with entrepreneurship. Why burnout happens and how to prevent it. Steps to create meaningful change in your field. How to stay financially secure during economic downturns. Connect with Us: Host: Dr. Disha Spath, The Frugal Physician Guest: Dr. Nisha Mehta, Founder, Physician Side Gigs If you're a physician looking for more autonomy and fulfillment, this episode is a must-listen!   This episode is also sponsored by Set for Life Insurance – Providing more than just insurance policies—they deliver personalized coverage and expert guidance tailored to your needs. Whether you're looking for life, disability, or long-term care insurance, their team ensures you get the best protection at the most cost-effective rates. With priority underwriting, special discounts, and access to top-rated insurers, they make securing your future simple and stress-free. Take the next step in protecting what matters most. Visit setforlifeinsurance.com or call 1-888-553-3559 today.

What if your dreams could become a playground for healing, transformation, and soul growth?In this powerful episode of The Dream World Podcast, Amina sits down with filmmaker, dream educator, and lifelong lucid dreamer Nisha Burton to explore how lucid dreaming can help us face fear, satisfy deep desires, and even prepare for death. Raised in a lineage of dreamers, Nisha shares how her mother nurtured her dream life from childhood and how that led her into profound spiritual explorations through lucid states.From flying through the cosmos and indulging in dream pastries (hello, gluten-free croissants!) to entering the clear light of mind inspired by Tibetan dream yoga, Nisha's stories will inspire you to embrace dreaming as a sacred part of life. The two also dive into dream mirrors, the mysterious "dream police," dream portals, shared dreaming, and learning to trust your unique dream symbolism.Whether you're deep into your practice or just starting out, this episode will remind you: your dreams are valid, powerful, and deeply personal.

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Diplomatic Hell Hole.Book 3 in 18 parts, By FinalStand. Listen to the ► Podcast at Explicit Novels."Are we in the right place?" the stranger worried."I'm afraid so. Anais, you need to leave.""Not until you tell me what is going on here," she sizzled."She's not here to have sex, if that's what you worried about," I retorted. "Wait, are you here to have sex with me?""I barely know you.""That rarely stops me," I muttered."He's a master of bedroom antics," Pamela praised me. "He's pretty much at a loss at doing anything else.""Thanks Grandma," I griped."Your welcome, Grandson.""We, are here to meet someone," the stranger hedged."You came to the right place," Pamela preempted me. "He's definitely someone.""Fine, redo. I'm Cáel Nyilas," (deep breathe), "NOHIO, HCIESI-NDI, U HAUL, Magyarorszag es Erdely Hercege plus a bunch of other honorifics that have yet to be confirmed. I am single-handedly bringing back medievalism to the center of Europe and the Near East. The woman to my left is Pamela Pale, and she really is my bodyguard. The woman to my right is Sgt. Anais Saint-Amour, RCMP, my ex-lover and the person that needs to leave   right now.""I'm not sure I should leave at this moment," Anais shifted possessively. I had to recall earlier this morning, the part where we'd broken up by mutual consent. Yep. That had really happened. I had thought I was whittling down my current list of paramours. Why do the Goddesses hate me so?"Told you, she can't give up that cock," Pamela whispered."As you can see, I have limited control of my life," I told the strange woman. "I know you are here to meet somebody who isn't me. Now you know who I am. Who are you and your companions?""I'm Ms. Quincy.""Sorry; I'm on a first name basis with everyone I meet," I interrupted."What's your rank, Honey?" Pamela added."What makes you think,?""She doesn't think. That's what makes her so dangerous." I explained."Hey now," Pamela faux-complained."Okay. She's a fledgling telepath, or medium," I shrugged."Captain, Zelda Quincy.""In case you are mesmerized by her tits," Pamela tapped me, "she's packing some serious hardware.""One of those personal defense gizmos?" I leaned Pamela's way."Close, but no cigar. She's my kind of girl, big 'bang-bang', back-up at the small of her back and knife in her boot.""What!" Zelda gulped."She's his knife-fighting instructor," Anais answered drolly."Are you Special Forces?" Zelda regarded my mentor."Nah, I got kicked out for a consistent failure to observe even the loosest Rules Of Engagement. I'm a free-spirit.""Oh, you're a sniper," Zelda nodded."I like this one," Pamela smiled."Ah, thank you." Then, over her shoulder, "I think we are in the right place." Zelda entered the room, followed by a Hispanic panther of a man (kind of like a tanned, slightly shorter Chaz without the cool accent) wearing a long coat, and a Subcontinent-cast woman who looked at everyone as if she expected us to sprout fangs, or start quoting the Koran any second now. She obviously was a brain seconded to this mission very much against her will.The fourth person had that cagey 'when my lips move, I'm lying' look while seemingly unhappy with her current assignment. The heavy implication was that the lady was a career diplomat. Considering our current company and who we were talking to, she was State Department. She was in her late 30's or early 40's and giving off the sensation she had devoted so much to her career that she was starting to wonder if that was all that life had to offer.The fifth member was a military man clearly uncomfortable about what he was doing here, thus not a spook. His off-the-rack suit wasn't terrible, so he expected to socialize somewhat while performing his duties. He also looked like a man who expected other people to speak half-truths and obfuscated lies as easily as they breathed. Numbers three, four and five were dressed for the weather and unarmed.All of this meant they were good at what they did, though they probably didn't know the particulars of what was expected of them. They had their marching orders. Those orders were about to be made irrelevant in the company they would be keeping. The latter weren't the 'doing it by rote' kind of people they would normally be dealing with."I bet you she's a doctor," I murmured to Pamela, "she's with State and he's some sort of Foreign Service type.""I bet the first guy is Air Force," she countered."Like one of those Para-rescue guys?""No. More like one of those Battlefield Air Operations guys, I'm guessing," she corrected me."That guy?" I nodded to the final guy. "Pentagon wonk?""More likely he's one of those embassy guys. I'm going to take an educated leap here, Office of Military Cooperation, Mongolia?""That is pretty clever of you. Kazakhstan. Major Justin Colbert.""I bet some people in the White House, Pentagon and Langley are disappointed with you right now," I reasoned. His jaw grew tight."Don't worry, Major," Pamela grinned. "We consider that a good thing. We don't like the people in charge and have a low opinion of their opinion on just about everything, including their habit of blaming the blameless for their government's fuck ups.""Who are these people?" the first man whispered to Quincy."She's a telepath." That was Zelda"She's a psychic-medium." That was Anais."She can see through time." That was me. "Nice to meet you. Who are you?""Chris Diaz. Lieutenant Colonel, USAF.""Dr. Saira Yamin," the second woman introduced herself. "Asia Pacific Center for Security Studies. Are you the man from Johnston Island?""Why yes, yes I am," I beamed."The APCSS is in Waikiki, Hawaii," Pamela educated me. "Your arrival probably cost her some prime surfing time.""I was more interested in the fact that he survived a plane crash in a Category Four Cyclone," she admitted."Mother Nature hates me. No matter how hard I try, she refuses to kill me," I confessed. "My suffering is an endless source of amusement to that bitch.""That, that wasn't the helpful answer I was looking for," she stammered."So, Lt. Colonel Chris Diaz, you must be with JSOC, I have a deep and abiding respect for you guys. If you need something, just ask," I greeted him. "Captain Zelda, you are not with JSOC.""She's with the DCS ~ that is the Defense Clandestine Service," Pamela kept going. "Zelda, you love being in your uniform, you're proud, yet happy with the concept of dying in an unmarked grave for Constitution and Country. You are too old to have been in the first female class at Ranger School, so that means no 'in the field' JSOC for you. You've gotten around that stone wall by joining the US Defense Department's own little pack of killers.""Also, you felt it was necessary to bring a Benelli M4-11707. That's a close-in action shotgun, but a bit over-kill considering the paper-thin walls in this building. That tells me you are used to being in the kinds of places where such a tool is a necessity. Or in other words, since you think you are meeting a band of terrorists, you brought along your favorite toy.""Your personal weapon is a SIG Sauer P229R DAK in .357 which is a new weapon still under trial by the US Army and Air Force. Your boot dagger is ceramic so it will pass a cursory exam, or scan. You hate the idea of being trapped on a public aircraft weaponless. You have also given up killing power for a proper balance for throwing. I like a forward-thinking gal.""Air Force ~ you've recently come back from Asia, most likely Tibet. It shows in your breathing brought about by a close call with Altitude Sickness. The only reason for an Air Force guy to be here is because he's familiar with the Khanate military and you are not US Army, or Marine Corp Special Forces. I know the type.""You went with the MP5K in the standard 9mm, so you are more interested in sending bullets down range than looking into someone's face as you kill them. You may be a 'light' Colonel, which means you are almost somebody. What your higher-ups haven't appreciated is that our guests will respect you because they are like that ~ remembering past friends and comrades in arms. Of greater importance, you have Cáel's gratitude which will count for more than you currently believe."I pledged then and there to be as good as Pamela at determining that kind of stuff before I died. She had assured me it was as much a matter of psychology as eagle-eyed perception. People were often a type that gravitated to various forms of destruction, be they old school, or going for the latest gadget."I told you all that firepower was excessive," State softly chastised her associates (what they really were, not the underlings she saw them as)."So, you appeared to have forgotten to tell us your name," I regarded the State lass."Nisha Desai Biswal. I'm with the government.""Oh, Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs, I've examined your website," I told her. It clearly pissed her off somewhat that I so swiftly disregarded her crude attempt at subtle manipulation."Hey. I've got some real enemies at State, so it pays to know who might be the next suit trying to cock me over," I explained. I had to prioritize. It would take some serious effort to convince Zelda to have a MFF three-way straight out the gate and she was definitely the hotter number."Major, you came here unarmed," Pamela noted. "That won't do. They expect you to be armed because you are a warrior, damn it. Cáel get him one of your Glock 22's.""Gotcha," I nodded. I went to my room, tipped away the false back to my closet (that Havenstone had installed recently so Odette wouldn't accidently fire off one of my weapons) and retrieved one of my spare Glocks, but not the one with the laser sight. Such over-the-top fancy gear would be inappropriate. I only gave him one mag. If he couldn't get the job done with 15 rounds, he wouldn't have a chance to reload.Mind you, I took two in a twin-rig shoulder holster and four 22 round magazines, because I tend to shoot two-handed which doesn't exactly give you a bullseye every time. I returned to our crowded living room, handed the Major his weaponry, and then directed the US group to the far side of the room (towards Timothy's bedroom. Saira and Nisha took the couch.Because this tiny space wasn't crowded enough, there was a knock at the door. I checked. It was Juanita, oh yeah, my real bodyguard."Listen up everybody," I announced to the room. "This is my other bodyguard, my official one. Her names is Juanita Leya Antonio Garza, she's from the Dominican Republic via Buenos Aires and she is armed, so don't freak out." I opened the door."What is going on?" Juanita hissed."I'm having a private meeting with a few heavily armed friends. The other side to this party hasn't arrived yet. Why don't you come in?" She came in."Why didn't you warn me?" she whispered her complaint."Long night, worse wake-up, needed to do some soul-searching. Pamela was looking after me, then this came up and I forgot. I apologize," I lowered my head in shame. Juanita was only trying to do the job she'd been entrusted with and by not thinking of her, I was making that so much harder.I made the introductions, first names only."Juanita, Anais, Pamela; please slip into the kitchenette," I suggested.Anais "Why?"Juanita "Where are you going to be?"Pamela "Sure. I'm starving. I'm going to raid the fridge.""Anais, because I need my faction in one place. Juanita, I will be refereeing this meeting, so I will have to remain in the living room, roughly six feet from you." It was really a small apartment. "Pamela, if it is edible, it isn't mine and you'll have to replace it."Great Caesar's Ghost! No wonder Big Wigs had their personal assistants handle this pre-meeting crap. I was on my last two fucking nerves and one of those was already stressed and tender. And the real reason for being here hadn't even arrived yet."Why am I in your faction?" Anais mulled over threateningly."Because you haven't walked out that door. There are going to be three sides to this meeting, not three plus Anais. That is the way it is going to be. Now, are you going to behave, or are Juanita and Pamela going to toss you out?""You are threatening me!""Finally catching on to that, aren't you, Sweetie?" Pamela chimed in."I'm only staying because I believe you are in trouble," Anais grumped."Why is she (Anais) here?" Nisha inquired heatedly. "This is supposed to be a very, very private encounter.""I know Anais. I don't know you. I trust Anais with my well-being despite the fact she has numerous reasons to distrust me. She's staying because she is a straight arrow. That's good enough for me.""But is she going to keep her mouth shut about what happens here today?" Nisha pressed."Anais, this is a clandestine meeting that isn't going to be recorded by anybody so, barring a crime being committed, you can never discuss this with anyone who isn't already in the room. Agreed?"Pause."I agree," she nodded. I really was going to have to fuck her again. Not today. Well, maybe not today; I had to keep my options open. Her investigator mind was going into overdrive. Give it a week and she'd be knocking on my door late one night. Inquisitive, truth-hungry dames are like that, trust me. Then it would be 'bask in my genius' sex. It had been a while since I'd experienced that, with Lady Yum-Yum.There was another knock at the door. I checked before Juanita could do the checking for me, in case someone was going to shoot me through the door. Fuck it. I was going to talk to Timothy about moving. Him, me and Odette. I couldn't give those two up. It was Kazak bookends. I opened up and invited them in. It turned out they had names besides Bookends #1 and #2, Nuro and Roman.Nuro (I think) checked out the rooms while Roman (I was pretty sure) kept an eye on my guests. I made introductions, first names only and specifying who was with who. Technically, they could trust my side because I was the Great Khan's brother and thus my servants were his servants. Technically.Iskender came next followed by OT. A woman I didn't know (sadly, not OT's daughter) came in behind him while the other two quintuplets stayed in the hallway. Iskender and I hugged."Ulı Khaan s yikti ağası," he smiled. That was 'Prince-something'. My Kazak was a bit rusty. He then whispered into my ear. "OT bows to you first. His title is Hongtaiji." What?"Ulı Khaan s yikti ağası," OT bowed."Hongtaiji Oyuun T m rbaatar," I bowed back. I remembered I had to rise first. It was an etiquette thing. In retrospect, Iskender had stretched the bounds of tradition by hugging me, his titular superior. "Welcome to my humble abode.""I thank you for your hospitality," he 'grinned'. His face wasn't made for that gesture so that faint gesture came across as rather unnatural.My mind finally finished translating what Iskender and OT had called me. It wasn't 'prince'. It was 'beloved brother of the Great Khan'. Mother fucker!"Wait," Justin, the military attach  guy muttered, "we are here to meet this guy?" indicating me."What do you mean?" Saira questioned."The title Mr. Nyilas was identified with means 'beloved brother of the Great Khaan'," he explained. "The Kazakhs don't go tossing honorifics like that around. This guy," again pointing at me, "is a really important somebody.""Thanks for dropping this grenade in my lap, OT," I joked. "I'll get you for this, and your little yak too.""Odette is going to be so miffed that she missed this," Pamela chuckled."Mr. Nyilas," Zelda began."Please, call me Cáel. It is how I roll.""Cáel, can I ask you a stupid question?""Go right ahead," Pamela snorted. "Cáel does stupid real well. It is a critical part of his skill set. It makes him adorable instead of annoying. Trust me, you'll learn that soon enough."Too much 'trust me' was flying around in a room where nobody trusted anybody."Thanks for that encouragement, Teach," I grumbled. "Ask away, Captain Zelda.""Why are you playing this game with us?""I wasn't. Until thirty seconds ago I was sure I was here totally as a spectator," I gripped. "My buddy," the word dripped with sarcasm, "Temujin likes dumping these kinds of surprises on me.""Did you mean what Ms. Pale said about you feeling you owed me?" Chris asked."Absolutely.""We need help defusing this Thailand crisis before a shooting war begins.""What do you suggest?""We want the Khanate to back down," Chris stated firmly."I thought we had agreed that I would spearhead this delegation," Nisha reminded Chris."I think the situation had evolved and we need a different approach," Chris insisted."You should listen to the Lieutenant Colonel," I advised. "He knows a whole lot more about what is going on than you do.""Why don't you explain it to us?" she began her weevil-ling."You are engaging in linguistic niceties with men who have bled together, Ms. Biswal," I instructed. "Not that Chris and I have bled on the same battlefield, we have shed blood in the same cause; and that cause has been bringing our two nations, the Khanate and the US, together. The Khanate owes Chris for his efforts on our behalf and we pay our debts.""How so?" Nisha asked."National Security stuff," I evaded. "If you don't know, you shouldn't know and you probably don't want to know. Suffice it to say, the Khanate is willing to listen to Lt. Colonel Diaz's request as a friend.""But he doesn't speak for the United States Government," she corrected."Why not?" I riposted. "He's dealt with the Khanate longer than you have. He has a clue about the mindset of their rank and file.""But does he know their leadership?" she persisted."I don't know. Chris, do you think you have a handle on me?""Are you really capable of talking for the Khanate government?" Nisha preempted Chris. What she left unsaid was 'are you culpable in their atrocities?'"Let's find out," I then looked over my shoulder. "Hongtaiji Oyuun T m rbaatar, will my words and wishes reach my brother's ear?""That is why I am here," he replied."Don't you have the authority to speak for your leader?" she grilled OT. Nisha was relentless trying to stay in the limelight. "Aren't you a diplomat?""There is no need to insult the man," Pamela snidely commented."I am one of many voices that provide information to the Great Khan. I am not his brother. Cáel Nyilas is and has already proved his familial affection by proposing Operation Funhouse and brought whole nations as gifts," OT schooled her. "He is gifted with both tactical and strategic insight as well as sharing the Great Khan's love for his people and his hopes for their eventual freedom.""I didn't think you were a soldier," Zelda looked me over."Oh no," I wove off that insinuation. "I've never been a real soldier and am unworthy of that distinction. I know quite a few who have earned that title and they scare the crap out of me. I mean, they go looking for trouble. In my case, trouble comes looking for me. I'm damn lucky to still be alive and that's the damn truth.""Bullshit," Pamela coughed."What was that, Artemisia?" I winked at her."Bitch," she laughed "My men have become women, and my women men. At least you didn't call me Cassandra.""Well, she's Greek (a deadly insult to all Amazons), but you could be her Evil Twin because everyone believes whatever you say.""Can we get down to business?" Chris inquired."Damn," Pamela shook her head. "They haven't been paying attention.""What does that mean?" Zelda griped."Iskender, you know what I'm talking about, don't you?" I asked."Not a clue, Exalted One," he stood there like a stone statue. Note, the Khanate contingent really were standing there like the Altai Mountains, doing nothing. You had to carefully examine them to see that they did indeed breathe and blink."Use small words," Pamela advised."You really are a rude misanthrope," Anais told Pamela."Do you know what's going on?" Pamela volleyed."No.""Then sit back and watch how the madness works," she snickered. "It is all you, Cáel.""Okay. One; how did Artemisia escape the battle of Salamis?" I began. Nothing."Oh," Justin nodded. "She rammed an allied ship to make the pursuing Athenians think she was an ally. What does that have to do with our current predicament?""Achieve your ends by using violence as a distraction," I sighed. "The Khanate will invade Thailand in," I looked to OT, "tomorrow?" He nodded."How does that help us?" Nisha complained."Second example, Cassandra. She saw the truth through all illusions and falsehoods and no one believed her. Now, reverse that."Pause."We are waiting," Saira finally joined the conversation. I could hear those little microprocessors inside her noggin firing electrons at light speed."We fight a phony war. The Khanate and their buddies invade in a lightning campaign that appears to be successful. Shit like attacking the opposition where they ain't. Things that look epic on CNN where some retired colonel, no offense...""None taken," Chris responded."Where some colonel talks about seizing resources, severed supply lines and encirclement. We, the Khanate, bomb shit like bridges and supply dumps, things with no civilians to get killed. On the downside, to make this work the Khanate needs to put some level of force into Bangkok.""That will get civilians killed," Nisha reminded me, unnecessarily."Civilians are getting killed right now by their own government. This time they will get a chance to strike back," I stated firmly. "The Thai protestors aren't cowards. They are just grossly outgunned. We can change that.""How does that help the United States?" Nisha queried."The US gets to come in and save the day," I sighed. "The US can t get there until the day after, so you don't look bad about letting the first 24 hours of brutality happen.""Oh," Zelda blinked."The US gets to end the fighting that the Khanate has no desire to continue. The US brings peace, while whomever takes over owes the Khanate. Both sides look good. Both sides claim victory. The President gets a second Nobel Peace Prize (psychic, aren't I?). The US gathers some regional allies like Malaysia, the ROC and the Philippines along with our Marines to ensure free and fair elections. The Khanate isn't seen to be backing down against the Titan of Western Civilization. They are working with them to bring about a better world.""Win-win," Saira nodded in agreement."The Khanate is still an autocratic tyranny," Nisha commented."As opposed to the People's Republic's oligarchical tyranny?" Chris countered."Agreed," Saira said. "I now think we should work with the Khanate to bring stability to Central Asia which which was impossible while those member nations were being squeezed between Russia, Europe, China and India.""What are you a doctor of?" I asked."I specialize in 'failed states', among other things," Saira grinned."This could still turn into one bloody cluster-fuck," Zelda mused."My peopled don't have the resources to devastate Thailand," OT finally spoke. "If you, the US, agrees to intervene on our timetable, you will have our thanks, off the record, of course.""How do we know this isn't some ruse to allow the Khanate to overthrow Thailand's existing government?" Justin questioned."You have my word," I replied. No one said anything for several heartbeats."Really?" Nisha balked."Mr. Nyilas, Cáel, do you give me the Great Khan's word?" Chris studied me intently."Without reservation," I answered. "For what you have done for us and more, the Great Khan will honor this deal. We and the Thai's will do the bleeding. You will get your accolades. We avoid a pointless clashing of forces, which is why we are all here today.""I will give you my written recommendation in a few hours," Saira told Nisha.Chris stepped forward to shake my hand. He was an alpha-type alright. I gave as good as I got. His eyes bore into mine, looking for a faltering of will."What did you do in Romania?""I got a lot of good men killed.""Okay.""Okay?" Nisha squawked. "A handshake, a pat on the back and the deals done? Since when did our democratic republic do business this way? He admitted he got men killed in Romania. What is to say this won't be Romania writ large?""Ms. Biswal, he told the truth. He got good men killed and he isn't happy about it. I would be worried if he claimed one bit of glory from that episode. He didn't.""Nisha," I took a deep breathe, "When you unleash men with weapons, nothing is assured. Maybe the Thai government will see the hate coming their way and back down. Maybe the people will resist the intrusion. Maybe the Khanate's forces will get slaughtered at the starting line. It isn't like they have enough time to deploy enough forces to win a protracted war.""What happens if the Khanate decides it won't go?" she continued."Then they get destroyed on the ground in a war of attrition," Chris answered for me. "He's right. They can't bring enough in the time allotted to completely overwhelm the roughly 120,000 members of the Royal Thai Army that have remained loyal to the regime.""In three days they will be out of fuel, shells, rockets and bullets. It is logistics, Ms. Biswal," Zelda piled it on. "The Khanate war-fighting systems are not NATO compatible. That means they can't simply capture more material as they penetrate the frontiers. If they overstay their welcome, we can launch missile strikes against their fuel depots. The combat devolves back to World War I and that's a style of war they can't afford to fight.""What about stopping the Khanate from invading in the first place?" Nisha wouldn't give up."Had the US acknowledged the Khanate, none of this would have happened, Ms. Biswal," I became snappish. "Neither superpower talked to the other until other commitments had been made.""If you think you can come in and start dictating Khanate policy, you are dreadfully mistaken. The US doesn't have the power, or the resolve," I glared at her. "Don't try convincing the Khanate that isn't the case. We know better.""You don't know what the US is capable of," she snapped back."Abandoning Iraq with a fractured pseudo-democratic process? Abandoning Afghanistan without destroying the Taliban? The Syrian Civil War? The Donbass Crisis? The collapse of Libya? Boko Haram? Somalia? Yemen? Exactly how has the US's power and resolve solved any of those issues?" I countered."Ms. Biswal," OT spoke again. "We are willing to create a desert and call it 'Peace'. Our enemies know that. Your unwillingness to do so is neither a strength nor a weakness. It is a hallmark of your society in the same way that 'Total War' is a hallmark of ours. We are more than willing to leave you to manage the Peace. Let us manage the War against the forces opposed to civilized discourse.""As ugly and disagreeable as it is, we are willing to keep creating pyramids of skulls on every street corner until either they learn their lesson, or we kill them all. Let us do that and you will have your global stability and reap the economic benefits and accolades of Pax Americana. We are not your enemy. We are precisely the ally you need to keep the peace and we will do that, if you let us.""To allow barbarism is to become barbarians," Saira mused."That is complete fiction," I scoffed. "The United States didn't become communist because it allied with the Soviet Union in World War II. Truman didn't become Stalin. The enemy of my enemy is my friend is older than recorded history.""It is the Carrot and the Stick on a Global basis," Justin agreed. "Listen to the gentle words of the West, or you will end up feeling the wrath of the East.""As long as the Khanate accepts the limitations of is role," Saira added, "this might work. Please understand there will be factions in the Western Democracies who will not accept that status quo. It is not in the nature of our societies to stifle dissent.""Is it possible to get any political concessions from the Khanate's leadership?" Justin requested. "A pledge to hold some level of democratic elections? A Constitution with some strong provisions to protect individual rights and liberties would be nice.""Justin, in case your bosses missed it, the Khanate is still at a state of war with the PRC," I shook my head. "With their limited experience with democratic government throughout most of the Khanate's territories, that would be madness.""With limited concessions to the Imperial State, we have not interfered with the politics of Albania, Armenia, Georgia and Turkey. We are never going to become a Western-style democracy. We have had limited rule by consensus long before White Men arrived in the Western Hemisphere," OT informed them."Discounting the Irish Monks, Vikings and Knights Templar," Pamela interjected."If you say so," OT gave a minuscule bow to Pamela. "Long before your nation was anything more than the scribbled history of a long-faded Greek city-state, we had meritocracies, oligarchies of senior statesmen & warriors, thinkers and religious leaders, and we had codified judicial moral equality into the political arena. We have a far superior record of religious and minority freedom, of genuine multi-culturalism plus a deeper understanding of the arts and crafts as a means of uniting disparate peoples. We find your claims of cultural superiority to be childish.""Oh, snap," I snickered. "You get'em, OT.""I bet the boys in Foggy Bottom felt that pimp-slap," Pamela agreed."I bet the bronzed skull of some Harvard dean just fell off its pedestal.""They are called 'busts'," Anais groaned. "With a name like that, how could you forget it?""So true," I concurred. "All this responsibility must have clouded my normally hedonistic vocabulary.""That doesn't change the fact that you have employed biological warfare and genocide in this current day and age," Justin pointed out."Tell that to our Native Americans," I snorted. "They are easy to find. They live in trailer parks in whatever blasted Hell Hole we stuck them in, or in their casinos where they are buying back their country, one rube at a time. Ask them if they've gotten over it.""We don't claim to be perfect," Justin insisted."No, we merely claim to have the only correct form of government, economic policy and schools of philosophical, political, scientific and educational thought," I pointed out."We definitely should revive ethical utilitarianism," Pamela slapped a fist into her palm. "Oh, and the guillotine. Work houses for orphans and grist mills for the disabled, and A Modest Proposal for those chronically unemployed and terminally homeless, yes, and,""Pamela, what is it with you today?" I snickered."It is nearly sunset,""Ah, and you haven't killed anyone yet.""You know how cranky I get when I don't get my daily dose of homicide.""Are you two done?" Anais frowned. She did that a lot around me."And you don't hand out Mini-Uzi's to your preschoolers," Pamela glowered. "What is wrong with you people?"Pause, waiting for that punch line that was never coming. See, it was more difficult to sense Pamela was an immediate threat to your health if you thought she was completely off her rocker."Hmm, well, on that note, ladies and gentlemen, I believe we have a deal. Chris and Justin, I will leave you with my loyal Iskender to work out the gory details. Who wants to grab dinner?" I inquired."Are you serious?" Nashi gasped."Oh yeah. I had the Russian invasion of Manchuria figured out in this amount of time and Manchuria is way bigger than Thailand." Was it? I didn't know. Geography was not one of those subjects which gets you laid."What do you have in mind?" Zelda inquired."Whatever you want."{1 am, Sunday, August 31st ~ 8 Days to go}"How did I end up in bed with you?" Zelda sighed happily, her body splayed halfway over mine and her head resting on my chest, listening to my heartbeat."You aren't the first girl to ask me that question."On the other side, Anais moaned in her sleep. Yeah, she was over me. Abso-fucking-lutely. If you recall, she'd try anything once. I convinced her the military babes were totally different than that Goth chick we'd blown the mind of back in Montreal.Zelda was with me because I had caught her in a lie. She claimed to be a lesbian when I first hit on her. She was adamant. I destroyed her with incontrovertible evidence.A) She hadn't scoped out Anais when she came in. A glance didn't count and Anais oozed sexy when she was angry, which was most of the time.B) She hadn't scoped out Juanita's figure when said worthy went to the kitchenette. I look for such things and Juanita has thighs to die for.C) When I told her she had a wicked sense of humor, she blushed. Honestly, lesbians rarely care about strange men complimenting their personalities.D) Then I double-downed by asking her if she preferred a shower, or bath. She said shower (because that's the butch thing to say). When I asked her 'when was the last time she'd had a bubble bath', she blushed again. Lesbians don't like it when a man imagines them naked. Straight chicks, unless you are a creepy, stalker guy, like it when men fantasize about them swathed in bubbles, thus semi-clothed, thus not creepy.E) In a final and fatal act of evasion, she asked a grumpy Anais what she liked about me. Anais was blunt."He can fucking hammer you all night, sneak in a romantic quickie in the shower, cook you a delicious breakfast then give you another round of mind-numbing intercourse up against the wall before you have to go to work. And still find the time and energy to fuck your neighbor."Woot!"So, this happens to you often?" she mused, it was a trap. She really wanted to know if I was an egotistical scumbag who took advantage of every woman I came across. At the same time, she wanted to know if I considered her a 'whoe' ~ a woman who gives up the goodies for free."Do you mean 'am I taking advantage of you'?" I replied."That is not what I asked," she persisted. That meant 'yes'."Let me see," I laid back and looked up at the ceiling. "I have a fiancée, six women I am close enough to to spend quality time with, a fuck-buddy who is a sweet girl and trusts me too much and a passel of ex-girlfriends who have found my infidelity to be reprehensible.""Six women?" she frowned."Four co-workers (Rhada, Oneida, Yasmin and Buffy), the girlfriend of a co-worker who dumped her in a very public fashion (Brooke) and that woman's friend (Libra). She was the wing-chick who was stuck with me on a quadruple-date and was underwhelmed with me when we first met."I didn't count my 'hook-ups' and I wasn't sure how to qualify Nicole."Ex's?""'No' is not a word in common usage in my vocabulary. I've dated a best friend's girl, a mother, sister and aunt of the same girlfriend, basically, I'm either highly immoral, incredibly loose, or a letch.""Don't you take responsibility for any of those, relationships?""Hell yeah," I tilted her chin up so that we could make eye-contact. "I've never blamed a woman for taking out her frustrations on my flesh, ran away from a screaming fit (Big Lie!), or blamed them for any failing in our relationship. It is always my fault because I can't stay loyal.""That's depressing," Zelda moped."Don't get me wrong. I don't find fault in any of the women I have spent time with. That is my problem, I find women fascinating; never boring, or bland. Quite frankly, it is a gift that I don't regret having. I may be a fuck-up, but I'm a fuck-up who will give you the very best attention.""Full of yourself, much?" her attitude shifted. I had short-circuited her fears; I was a cheater, I confessed to it without shame because I was inexorably drawn to her beauty, personality and charm. With Anais around, I couldn't claim to be solely enchanted with Zelda, so I had to think quickly on my feet. After all, Zelda was energetic and had great stamina."I promised you pleasure," I countered. "Did I deliver?""Yes, you are full of yourself," she slapped my stomach. I wasn't full of myself. I was a confident sex machine."Thank you.""Huh?""Wonderful sex, taking a chance with me, agreeing to a three-way, being awake after," I looked at the bed-table clock, "six hours.""I run five miles a day," she bragged."I try to have ten hours of sex a day," I teased. Zelda slapped my stomach again. Anais stirred."Do any women like you, for any reason beyond your cock?""I'm considered loyal where sex is not concerned, reliable and brave," I offered."What happened in Romania?""Have you ever been in combat?""I've been in violent confrontations, but not a true firefight," she admitted."Hmm,""Is it something that you can't relate?" she asked."No. You are a soldier so you probably know more about combat than I do. It was, not chaotic at all. I never lost perspective of what was going on despite the bullets flying around. The Romanian Captain in charge knew his stuff, directed his company well and all I had to do was figure out where the terrorist leader was.""What happened?" she perked up."I am here talking with you and he's in a morgue in Bucharest.""Oh," She wanted more."I have to live with the knowledge that I set all of that in motion, Zelda. I convinced the Romanians that they had to confront that terror group before they moved on to their next target, me.""I knew they would come after me and my friends, no matter where we were. Which would have ended up as a blood bath in some urban center. So I felt compelled to strike first. Based on information I provided, the Romanian Army sent two battalions, the 22nd and 24th, of the 6th Mountain Troops Brigade into battle.""It was a massacre," I remembered sadly."But you won," she tried to comfort me."Of the four companies involved in the battle, the Romanians suffered nearly two hundred dead and wounded. I hardly consider it anything other than a massacre. Yes, we won. Only three of the terrorists escaped. Their leader died. I don't think I've ever felt so hollow in my life," I finished."Forty percent losses, that is horrific," she crawled on top of me."The kicker is the Romanians sent some men of the 24th to hunt me down when I was kidnapped. A squad was in the group that rescued me and my companion from Johnston Island. I thought they would never want to deal with me ever again.""Don't be so hard on yourself. If they thought well enough of you to send their men out to rescue you, then you must have done right by them.""Chaz said something like that too," I felt sheepish and sleepy."Chaz? Who is she?"Honest to God, one day I want to find a girl who thinks I'm talking about another girl and asks if we can have a three-way, instead of trying to compare herself to this unknown person. Wait... I already had someone like that. Her name was Odette."Chaz is Color Sergeant Charles 'Chaz' Tomorrow of Her Majesty's SSR," I corrected her assumption."SSR? Those are some tough people. How do you know him?""Black Bag directives from the National Security Council, sworn to secrecy upon penalty of death, pinky-promise kind of stuff," I grinned. Maybe I wasn't all that sleepy after all."You really are a Man of Mystery," Zelda purred. She had truly exceptional stamina. "Maybe I can convince you to talk.""Maybe I can find another use for my tongue," I countered and off we went. Somewhere along the process, Anais woke up and joined in.It wasn't all fun and games. Anais' parting words were "You are a pig," then she sauntered out of my room and out of my life. Had she remembered to take her Serge with her, I would have bought the act. As it was,"Is she always so volatile?" Zelda remarked."Volatile? That's not her being volatile. That's Anais being affectionate. Volatile usually is accompanied by thrown objects and bodily harm," I sighed happily. Meeting her one more time couldn't be all that bad, could it? Zelda looked hungry so I shoved that thought to the back of my mind and got to work.That was the highlight of my Sunday. Zelda had to fly back to Washington D.C. and I had to go to work with JIKIT. It seemed that the Khanate and the US military were heading for a showdown. I unloaded all my Saturday's activities to the team and we got to work, no recriminations. I was the Khan's spiritual brother and sometimes that meant I had to do him favors.I asked Addison when she thought he would return the favor. She laughed, then smiled and told me that wasn't how it worked. He was a world leader now and I was merely his kooky kinsman that he would keep throwing problems at until one day I broke. Then it would be some other poor saps turn.Then she told me she was kidding and clearly the Great Khan thought the world of me. I chose to believe the second lie because it made me feel better, and it was promising to be a long weekend/start of the week.Note: Geopolitical DevelopmentsWhat follows are snippets of the Battle for Thailand that takes place late in the night of September 1stand continued into the early morning of September 3rd. If this does not interest you, you can rejoin Cáel's exploits in four pages)On the eve of battle, the Royal Thai High Command had decided to strip all but one armored unit from the 2nd Army in order to give the First Army's offensive against the rebels more of a punch. It's decision to strip the tank battalions from both their infantry divisions as well as the armored and one of the two mechanized regiments would prove to be disastrous. It was as if the leadership of the Royal Thai military were idiots.The least economically valuable part of the country was the northeast which the 2nd Army warded. They had severely underestimated the airlift capacity of the Khanate as well as the willingness of Laos and Cambodia to both use their armed forces in an invasion as well as their willingness to let Vietnamese troops cross their countries.That thinking had led the Thai military to adopt a 'forward defense' strategy, the desire to fight the enemy at the borders, as opposed to having stronger formations deeper within the country. Considering the relative weakness of the Cambodian and Laotian militaries, that policy had made sense:- The baseline Laotian and Cambodian tank was the T-54/55, a 1950's Soviet relic. The normal anti-tank capabilities in all Thai infantry formations was more than equal to such a threat.-Neither country had an air force worth worrying about.In contrast, the Khanate's primary tanks, the T-90SM and T-95 were resistant to most of what the Thai Army could throw at them, at least from the front. The seven hundred combat aircraft the Khanate and the Vietnamese were able to field was an equal catastrophe for the Thais. It greatly compensated for the relative small numbers of invaders.Finally, there was a fundamental misunderstanding of what the Alliance's goals were. Military logic dictated the destruction of Thailand's mobile force followed by the capture of Bangkok. As long as the Thai regime held the capital, it would remain the legitimate power in the country.Due to the altering political landscape, the Alliance's only option was to make the government 'look bad'. The loss of peripheral provinces, while of negligible immediate strategic value, looked great on the maps the world-wide media would be showing to their audiences. It would appear that the Thai army had failed to defend their country. That would (hopefully) make the Thai Third Army look like the legitimate authority in Thailand.That was the plan anyway, and you know what they say about battle plans and the enemy, right? H-hour was 4 am, September 1st.The commander of the Zuun stood up and waited to be recognized. The staff officer from the Yunnan Command pointed at him."Sir, why are we doing this? I am not afraid to fight for the Great Khan, but this action seems to be suicidal. We will be far behind enemy's lines while our offensive force will be grossly under-equipped.""You will have to rely on our ability to supply you by air.""We only have supplies for two days of operations. What happens then?""We rely on the Americans to come and save us," the senior officer responded bitterly."Allah save us from allies," the young commander muttered. What else could he do?He was part of the 2nd Mountain Sultan Mehmet Tumen which had just arrived in Yunnan to replace the exhausted 1st Mountain Abu al-Ghazi Bahadur Tumen. His men were from Turkey, inexperienced in combat and using new equipment they were not familiar with. They would be working with a unit he had never worked with before, the 1st Airmobile Tauekel Khan Tumen, Kazaks, who would be seizing the small airport his men needed to land in.From there, they were to 'run amok'. That was the technical term for racing south down a highway in Central Thailand, attacking the headquarters of the 3rd Cavalry Division, an armored unit. Once that was accomplished, they were to attack the local police precinct. Provided they were still alive after that, they were to return to the air strip to resupply then they were to 'spread chaos' until they were finally hunted down by the vastly larger Thai division his 100 men would be fighting.Of course, there was the plan for the rebel Royal Thai Third Army to force their way through the larger frontline forces of the loyalist Royal Thai First Army and come to his rescue. How would the Thai troops respond when ordered to fight their fellow Thais? No one was sure. If there was any hope in this mission, it was the knowledge that several other Zuuns had the exact same mission in other areas of Thailand.  It was H-hour minus twenty-two.It was 11 o'clock in the evening when the general in charge of the Royal Thai 9th Infantry Division was woken up. The Marines were leaving. That was correct; the three Royal Thai regiments were heading west to Sattahip Naval Base, because they had been ordered to by the Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Navy. It didn't take a rocket scientist to realize why this was going on.Seven hours earlier, the Royal Thai Army had seized all the Air Force bases in the 1st and 2nd Army districts as well as ordering the 4th Army to do the same thing (The Royal Thai Air Force had been trying to remain neutral in the upcoming civil war).Undoubtedly the navy had decided to make their assets less 'hijack-able'. A few phone calls later confirmed that most of the Navy had set sail for parts unknown and the naval air units at Ban Sattahip Air Base (U-Tapao International Airport) had also departed either out to sea, or to ports and bases in the South.He made a personal appeal to the commander of Marine Forces to no avail. They wanted no part of the upcoming struggle and advised the general to do the same. The general had other problems. The Royal Thai Marines were the frontline forces facing the southern border with Cambodia. He quickly reorganized his regiments, sending them to take the old Marine strongpoints to await further orders. Stopping the Marines never entered his mind.That was a bloodletting he wanted no part of. The last thing he did was inform his superiors, thus avoiding any stupid orders to the contrary. Suddenly the nebulous movements along the Cambodian border developed a haunting significance. He wondered how much longer he had before something happened.  It was H-hour minus five.At midnight a loyalist commander of a company of mechanized infantry in the 2nd Cavalry's 11th Battle Group (named after their axis of advance, Highway 11) decided to send a motorized section of his command forward to the advance position his battalion was to occupy come sunrise. Either later in the day, or tomorrow morning, the forces loyal to the regime would launch a coordinated assault against the rebels main supply center at Phitsanulok.He had a cot set up in his communications hut and had just nodded off when the radio squawked to life. His lieutenant in charge of the advance made a hurried report. They had encountered serious opposition in a confusing night action, then he went silent. The captain immediately swung into action. He put the rest of his men on alert, then contacted the neighboring Tank Battalion. He needed some armored support. He made a similar call to the attached artillery component.The Tank Battalions night officer quickly put a platoon of light tanks at his disposal. The artillery were ready for any fire mission he sent their way. Before the armor could arrive, the company commander found himself being called to the carpet by the Duty Officer at the 3rd Cavalry (two regiments of the 2nd Cav. had been attached to the 3rd's command) over his 'offensive' action and the relief mission was called off. What had happened to the patrol of 20 Royal Thai soldiers? He was ordered to wait until sunrise to find out.Little did anyone know, these were the first combat casualties of the upcoming rebel offensive. His patrol had stumbled across a battalion of mechanized troops arriving at their jump off point for the attack that was less than six hours from beginning. Neither the commander of the 11th Battle Group, the 3rd Cavalry Division, or First Army was informed that the enemy had already advanced twenty kilometers south of where they were supposed to be.  

Struggling with PMS or PMDD? You're not alone—and you don't have to suffer through it. In this episode of Cycle Wisdom, Dr. Monica Minjeur breaks down the differences between PMS and PMDD, explores the root causes, and shares real solutions to restore hormone balance naturally. Through the story of Nisha, a patient who transformed her health with targeted treatments, cycle tracking, and lifestyle changes, we'll uncover how you can take control of your cycle and improve your quality of life. Don't settle for just managing symptoms—let's get to the root cause!

Nisha Vora is a cookbook author and content creator known for her innovative approach to vegan cooking. She discusses her second cookbook, Big Vegan Flavor, with over 150 recipes to help you master the art of vegan cooking. After graduating from Harvard Law School in 2012 and working as a lawyer, Nisha switched out her casebooks for cookbooks to follow her dream in the food world. She created a cooking website called Rainbow Plant Life, and has amassed over 2 million followers across her blog and social channels. She's worked with brands like Instagram and Pure Wow, and her work has been featured across publications like CNN, Forbes, Glamour, Women's Health, and Elle. Watch this episode at youtube.com/TalksAtGoogle.

In this episode, Pastor Nisha ministers on the spiritual journey to unknown realms. Part 10 of the sermon series titled 'Word Became Flesh', preached at Sunday Service on 9 March 2025 at Revelation Church.

Episode 17In this podcast, professional astrologers Chani Nicholas, Thea Anderson, and Eliza Robertson look to the sky to make sense of what's happening here on Earth.This episode brings you into the astrological group chat to talk through how Venus' retrograde in Aries and the North Node–Neptune conjunction have shown up on the world stage — and set the scene for the rest of this month's milestone astro. Covering everything from Zelensky's Oval Office visit to Bernie Sanders' anti-oligarchy tour, nationwide town hall takeovers, and Anora's Oscar wins, we break down the many ways these transits have manifested in the collective. Plus, we give a preview of what's to come. (Spoiler: It's a lot.) March's madness is just getting started. So buckle up, and settle in.Timestamps:(00:00) - Welcome to Down to Astro episode 17(00:25) - Neptune and the North Node: what happens when things fall apart(06:50) - The role of Neptune in current events(10:49) - The impact of retrogrades on global dynamics(19:45) - Zelensky's chart: a Venusian figure in politics(37:20) - Bernie Sanders' chart: astrology and the fight against oligarchy(44:57) - Art as resistance: the upside of Venus retrograde(49:50) - The spirit of disruption: local movements and protests(51:14) - Oscars recap: politics and representation in film(56:22) - Inanna and Ereshkigal: the Venus Rx journey of transformation(01:01:39) - Venus in Aries: love, relationships, and personal growthThis episode was recorded on 3/3/2025.For more astrological insights, download the CHANI app or follow CHANI on Instagram, TikTok, and Bluesky.The song “Midas,” featured in the podcast, was created by NISHA and is available wherever you listen to music.This episode also mentioned the following creative works:“The Astrology Podcast” hosted by Chris BrennanP.S. The transcript for this episode is available here.

Send us your thoughts! When Nishla & Tom met in Manchester in 2019, they quickly realised they had made a rare musical connection. Over the years, the pair's work has blossomed sideways into an array of creative projects, but at the core of their partnership is a deep respect for the history and culture of the music they play, and a preoccupation with drawing out the characters and stories they find there.Last winter, Nishla & Tom played a two-night residency at Manchester's Low Four Studios in front of a live audience. In the candlelight glow, they recorded a selection of their favourite songs– all approached with musical freeness, and drawn through their joint lens into a curious, winding narrative. The result is a live duo album, tinged with melancholy and their signature playful questioning. Nishla Smith (voice), Tom Harris (piano).  "Her voice is exquisite, a symbol of unreachable beauty." The Guardian on Nishla “Simply sublime.” The Reviews Hub on Nishla & TomSupport the show

Nisha Mody is a liberatory life coach, writer, and facilitator who helps people heal and reclaim their voices within systemic realities. Through coaching, writing, and her course Writing to Heal from Extractive Systems, she empowers deep self-reflection and transformation.In this episode, we unpack the emotional journey of launching—why it's more than just selling, how relational marketing builds trust, and how centering values over scarcity can transform the way we show up in business.Connect with NishaWebsiteInstagramAligned Launching:Work with your Nervous System, not against it, and get the results you have been dreaming of for your course, program or 1:1 containers.Live on Zoom on March 25th from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. PST / 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. ESTBook your place here. Business Witch The Course: This episode is brought to you by⁠⁠ Business Witch The Course⁠⁠Additional Resources:-⁠⁠Learn about working with me and subscribe for business tips.⁠⁠-⁠⁠Apply to be a 1:1 client.⁠⁠-⁠⁠Follow me on Instagram!⁠

This week is all about Lucid Dreaming with Nisha Burton and Norma Burton. Norma J. Burton is a psychologist with a degree in comparative religion, focusing on Buddhist and shamanic traditions, specializing in trauma healing, shadow work, and dream analysis. Having apprenticed with indigenous elders for over 30 years, she has founded the Institute of Ancient Healing Arts and the Circle of Trust Healing Center. Nisha Burton is a dreamworker, award-winning filmmaker, and branding consultant for Fortune 100 companies. She uniquely integrates VR/AI technology with ancestral practices from her Cherokee, West African, and Celtic heritage. She is a speaker and teacher at universities. Website: www.NormaBurton.com Website: https://nishaburton.com/ Oracle Deck: Lucid Dreaming, Lucid Living: Your Oracle and Guide to Mastering the Dreamscape by Nisha Burton and Norma J. Burton Book: Navigating Liminal Realities by Nisha Burton and Norma J. Burton Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@LucidDreamingLucidLiving Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lucid_dreaming_lucid_living/

Welcome to the Personal Development Trailblazers Podcast! In today's episode, we'll explore self-love, resilience, and the tools you need to move forward—not with pressure, but with kindness.Nisha Sridhar is a resilient single mom who embarked on a transformative journey of self-discovery after her divorce. It took time and perseverance for her to rediscover her true identity and learn to stand strong on her own. Now, she is passionate about helping other men and women who have gone through similar experiences. Through her story, she aims to inspire and empower those struggling to find their true selves, guiding them to emerge stronger and more successful.Connect with Nisha here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1792399881582400www.discovermyinnerstrength.comGrab the freebie here:https://offer.discovermyinnerstrength.com===================================If you enjoyed this episode, remember to hit the like button and subscribe. Then share this episode with your friends.Thanks for watching the Personal Development Trailblazers Podcast. This podcast is part of the Digital Trailblazer family of podcasts. To learn more about Digital Trailblazer and what we do to help entrepreneurs, go to DigitalTrailblazer.com.Are you a coach, consultant, expert, or online course creator? Then we'd love to invite you to our FREE Facebook Group where you can learn the best strategies to land more high-ticket clients and customers. QUICK LINKS: APPLY TO BE FEATURED: https://app.digitaltrailblazer.com/podcast-guest-applicationDIGITAL TRAILBLAZER: https://digitaltrailblazer.com/

"I usually donate or sell my manga." - Nisha the NerdSummaryIn this engaging conversation, Ed and Nisha the Nerd delve into the world of manga and anime, exploring Nisha's journey as a content creator, the challenges she faces, and the vibrant community she has built. They discuss the emotional impact of manga, the differences between manga and anime, and share recommendations for both genres. Nisha opens up about her inspirations and the importance of fostering a healthy community among fans. In this engaging conversation, Nisha and Ed explore the emotional resonance of anime music, the intricacies of manga recommendations, and their personal favourites in both manga and anime. They discuss the importance of storytelling, even in series that may not be critically acclaimed, and share their thoughts on the art of cosplay and community engagement within the anime culture. The discussion also delves into the world of anime figurines, the joy of collecting, and the potential for storytelling within the medium. Discussion Points Introduction to Nisha the Nerd The Journey of a Content Creator Community and Challenges in Content Creation Inspirations and Influences in the Manga World Manga vs. Anime Preferences and Perspectives Emotional Impact of Manga and Anime The Emotional Impact of Anime Music Navigating the World of Manga Recommendations Top Manga and Anime Favourites Hot Takes on Anime and Storytelling The Art of Cosplay and Community Engagement The Evolution of Cosplay Anime's Impact on Nisha's WorldviewHunter x Hunter Chimera Ant Arc Criticism Dream Anime Figurines and Collecting Theoretical Questions on Manga and Anime Time Travel in Anime HistoryNisha The Nerd Socials Instagram – nishathenerd TikTok – @nishathenerd If you enjoy the podcast, please don't forget to FOLLOW, RATE and REVIEW the show (it takes less than  seconds) Please do also share with anyone you fill will enjoy the show.  Also, to keep conversation going were super keen to hear your thoughts, questions and opinions on the show's discussion points, so please do drop us a voice note on our website www.suuuperanimepodcast.com or email at www.suuuperanimepodcast.com/contact Social media links Instagram SuuuperanimepodcastTikTok SuuuperanimepodcastTwitter @SuuuperanimeFacebook SuuuperAnimePodcast Support the show

This is Real Talk, a podcast conversation where we're digging deep into breast cancer and the realities patients and survivors face every day. We're talking openly and honestly about just how difficult breast cancer can be, from being diagnosed to selecting the right treatment plan, to living day to day with metastatic breast cancer, and life after treatment ends.   In today's episode, we're talking about the effect treatment has on sexual health and unwanted side effects women face during breast cancer treatment and life thereafter. Joining us today are Jenn Smith and Nisha Jaime. Jenn is 42 years old, and a 3-year breast cancer survivor. She and her husband have been married for 17 years. Nisha is 45 years old and a 1-year breast cancer survivor. She is also married with 3 school-aged children. Both women are learning to live with the impact breast cancer treatment is having on their bodies, their intimacy and their overall wellbeing.

Nisha Adhikari is a celebrated actor and filmmaker, known for her impactful on-screen presence and dedication to storytelling. Beyond her creative achievements, she has scaled Mt. Everest and Kilimanjaro, showcasing her courage and resilience. Passionate about raising awareness on societal issues, Nisha continues to inspire as both an artist and a changemaker.

this convo was one I needed to hear, ft. my good friend Nisha Parakadavil (@nishyabish) ! This episode is so inspirational. She shares lessons learned from being one of the youngest in sales at Phillips Sonicare to applying to dental school 3 times, and finally achieving her dreams as a current first year dental student at Touro dental school. We chat about things like: - finding your voice when you don't fit in with peers - developing strong self talk & self compassion to overcome repeated rejection, when timing isn't right, and imposter syndrome - the power of work ethic and calling yourself out when you're playing things small To contact Nisha for more! Nishaparak@gmail.com IG: @drconniewang

Join your hosts, Ajay Mody and Asher Perzigian, as they delve into the critical world of global health security with Dr. Nisha Marles, Global Health Security Practice Lead at RTI International. Dr. Marles provides a fascinating insider's look into the ongoing efforts to prevent, detect, and respond to infectious disease threats worldwide. From the frontlines of outbreak response to the complex challenges of predicting and mitigating future pandemics, this episode explores: The real-world impact of global health organizations: Discover how organizations like RTI International and the WHO work to strengthen health systems and combat emerging threats. Lessons learned from COVID-19: Dr. Marles shares her insights on the successes and challenges of the global response to the pandemic, highlighting the importance of collaboration, communication, and community engagement. The looming threat of antimicrobial resistance: Explore the growing concern of AMR and the critical need for responsible antibiotic use and stewardship. The role of AI in disease surveillance: Learn how AI can be leveraged to predict disease trends and inform public health interventions. The impact of climate change on global health: Understand the complex interplay between environmental factors and emerging infectious diseases.

How do Shakespeare's timeless themes translate to the South Asian diaspora? Could the man from Stratford himself be reimagined as a meddling auntie? Novelist Nisha Sharma's If Shakespeare Were an Auntie trilogy takes on this challenge, taking inspiration from The Taming of the Shrew, Much Ado About Nothing, and Twelfth Night to create contemporary romance novels set in the vibrant, close-knit world of the South Asian community. Sharma's books explore love, identity, and social norms through characters navigating family expectations and community dynamics. These playful and poignant adaptations highlight Shakespeare's enduring relevance while addressing modern issues like gender expectations and cultural identity. This episode explores Sharma's creative process, her lifelong love for Shakespeare, and her approach to blending the playwright's timeless themes with modern romance. From chaotic weddings to sharp banter, her novels reflect the humor and humanity of Shakespeare's work while offering fresh perspectives for today's readers. Nisha Sharma is the critically acclaimed author of YA and adult contemporary romances including My So-Called Bollywood Life, Radha and Jai's Recipe for Romance, The Singh Family Trilogy, and the If Shakespeare was an Auntie series. Her books have been included in best-of lists by the New York Times, the Washington Post, Cosmopolitan, Entertainment Weekly, and more. She lives in Pennsylvania with her Alaskan husband, her cat Lizzie Bennett, and her dogs Nancey Drew and Madeline. From the Shakespeare Unlimited podcast. Published January 28, 2025. © Folger Shakespeare Library. All rights reserved. This episode was produced by Matt Frassica. Garland Scott is the Executive Producer. It was edited by Gail Kern Paster. We had help with web production from Paola García Acuña. Leonor Fernandez edits our transcripts. Final mixing services are provided by Clean Cuts at Three Seas, Inc.

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Nisha Patel, a Licensed Professional Counselor, Sobriety Coach, and the owner of TheNishe. Nisha is a dedicated professional passionate about guiding individuals toward healing and purpose. With a holistic and compassionate approach, she empowers her clients to create meaningful, lasting change in their lives. In this episode, we explore: Nisha's journey into counseling and sobriety coaching. The essence of "sober curiosity" and how it can foster personal growth. Practical tools and insights to navigate sobriety and build a fulfilling life. The importance of community, creativity, and representation in the sober movement. Whether you're considering sobriety, curious about the sober movement, or looking for inspiration, this episode is packed with transformative stories and actionable advice. Discover how sobriety can unlock new possibilities and help you thrive beyond recovery. If you or someone you know is struggling with alcohol addiction, visit www.samhsa.gov for resources, support, and confidential assistance.

What happens when entrepreneurial thinking meets social justice? Can you imagine collaborating with the people you like the least? In this episode, Rob sits down with the dynamic leader, Nisha Anand, CEO of Dream.org, to explore her journey from punk rock protester to social justice executive of a National organization, where she bridges divides across a wide array of social and societal issues everyday. They explore her own rich life experiences, which shaped who she is, and led her almost instinctively, though serendipitously, into these innovative ways to tackle the biggest challenges and opportunities of our times; climate change, mass incarceration, and economic inequality. Discover how curiosity, empathy, equity, and collaboration can shape a brighter future for everyone. Feel free to follow and engage with NISHA here: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nisha-m-anand/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nishamanand/ X: https://x.com/nishamanand Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nisha.anand.31 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRHuDs9NUk_cRgEEyehdHMKOihFJtTbZt Website: https://www.nishaanand.org Business Website: https://dream.org We're so grateful to you, our growing audience of entrepreneurs, investors and community leaders interested in the human stories of the Entrepreneurial Thinkers behind entrepreneurial economies worldwide. As always we hope you enjoy each episode and Like, Follow, Subscribe or share with your friends. You can find our shows here, and our new Video Podcast, at “Entrepreneurial Thinkers” channel on YouTube. Plug in, relax and enjoy inspiring, educational and empowering conversations between Rob and our guests. ¡Cheers y gracias!, Entrepreneurial Thinkers Team.

If you have had to write or request an academic reference letter, which is probably all of you, then you know that there is a whole, mysterious hidden curriculum behind them. On this episode, Ethel and Nisha talk about what it's like to write reference letters, how letter readers react to different kinds of letters, and what makes a letter good, bad, or ugly. Thanks for listening! Get more information, support the show, and read all the transcripts at academicaunties.com. Get in touch with Academic Aunties on BlueSky, Instagram, or by e-mail at podcast@academicaunties.com.

Nisha woke up to the sound of screams. It took her a moment to realise where they were coming from. She thought her mother must have been having a nightmare, so she rushed into her bedroom. As Nisha entered the room, her husband ran past her, and she suddenly thought he must have been chasing someone. She then saw her mother lying on the floor, covered with a duvet, but before Nisha could react, her husband raised one of his arms and plunged a knife into her neck…*** LISTENER CAUTION IS ADVISED *** This episode was researched and written by Eileen Macfarlane.Edited by Joel Porter at Dot Dot Dot Productions.Script editing, additional writing, illustrations and production direction by Rosanna FittonNarration, additional audio editing, script editing, and production direction by Benjamin Fitton.To get early ad-free access, including Season 1, sign up for They Walk Among PLUS, available from Patreon or Apple Podcasts.More information and episode references can be found on our website https://theywalkamonguspodcast.comMUSIC: Ghosts by Enoch Yang Layers by Caleb Etheridge Road To Nowhere by Caleb Etheridge Negative Thoughts by Craig Allen Fravel Gravity by Caleb Etheridge Retreat by Chelsea McGough Distances by Salon Dijon Driven To The Edge by Salon Dijon Point Of No Return by Salon Dijon Worth by ShimmerEchoes Of Solitude by MomentsSOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/TheyWalkAmongUsSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/theywalkamongus. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 15 In this podcast, professional astrologers Chani Nicholas, Thea Anderson, and Eliza Robertson look to the sky to make sense of what's happening here on Earth. This episode, we're digging into the astrology of 2025 and what it reveals about the year to come. Marked by major planetary shifts, lots of activity in Aries, and some historically era-defining transits, 2025 is not for the faint of heart. Between the Mars and Venus retrogrades that point to conflict over traditional ideals, Saturn and Neptune transits that seem to signify the erosion of institutions, and Uranus in Gemini promising to usher in a new world order, there's a lot to unpack. So buckle up. We're breaking down the year month-by-month to give you insight into what to expect, takeaways to apply to your own chart, and tips to help you plot a course through the chaos. Let's get into it. Timestamps: (00:00) - Welcome to Down to Astro episode 15 (02:28) - Introducing 2025, the year of massive change (06:53) - January's major astrological moments (20:51) - The personal and political impacts of Mars in Cancer (26:19) - February and the crisis of patriarchy (35:35) - March and the Venus retrograde parallels to 2017 (39:13) - Counter movements to traditional gender roles (42:16) - Astrological insights on Venus and Mars retrogrades (46:24) - Eclipses and their influence on personal growth (50:55) - Neptune in Aries: the “war of ideals” and the modern implications (01:01:25) - The American Civil War and the power of historical narratives (01:09:27) - April 2025 forecast (01:12:15) - The Venus–Saturn conjunction: committing for the long-haul (01:17:09) - The Mars–Pluto opposition: the final confrontation (01:20:40) - May madness: Saturn and Neptune in Aries and the erosion of institutions (01:30:43) - Jupiter's exaltation in June: a hopeful turn (01:35:25) - Navigating Saturn's challenges and Jupiter's blessings (01:39:17) - The tension between individualism and community (01:40:39) - Utopian visions of collective living (01:41:37) - July and Uranus in Gemini: a catalyst for change (01:48:10) - A new world order: shifting borders and information dynamics (01:55:05) - August's astrological highlights and cautions (01:58:10) - September eclipses and returning to old patterns (01:59:29) - Navigating themes of desire and consequence (02:02:04) - Sorting through loss and serving your community: the Virgo–Pisces axis (02:07:58) - Preparing for change: the movements of the outer planets (02:12:02) - Assessing the landscape: political and global perspectives (02:17:00) - Ending the year with clarity: a new beginning This episode was recorded on 12/2/2024. For more astrological insights, download the CHANI app or follow CHANI on Instagram, TikTok, and Bluesky. The song “Midas,” featured in the podcast, was created by NISHA and is available wherever you listen to music. This episode also mentioned the following creative works: “Crime and Punishment” by Fyodor Dostoyevsky “The Dads,” directed by Luchina Fisher “War and Peace” by Leo Tolstoy P.S. The transcript for this episode is available here.

Nisha Moodley, leadership coach, facilitator, and founder of Global Sisterhood Day, joins us to explore how anyone can harness midlife eros as a source of power and fuel for leadership and life. Through her groundbreaking insights and practices, Nisha redefines midlife as a phase of ripeness and potency, empowering us to shed patriarchal narratives and embrace our full aliveness. We discuss: Midlife eros as fuel for leadership: What it means to say "yes to life" and connect with your vitality. Redefining midlife: Moving away from cultural myths and embracing this phase as a time of wisdom and strength. Practical practices for embodiment: From movement with the "erotic creature" to connecting with your "inner elder." The impact of societal narratives: How rejecting these narratives transforms our relationships with ourselves, others, and the world. Reclaiming your truth: The power of aligning with the deeper truths about who you are and how you want to live. Whether you're in midlife, approaching it, or supporting someone on this journey, this episode will inspire you to fully embrace your life's juiciest and most vibrant chapters. Follow Nisha Moodley: Website: https://nishamoodley.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/nishamoodley Facebook: https://facebook.com/nishamoodley Global Sisterhood Day: globalsisterhoodday.com Mentioned in This Episode: Nisha's "Soul of Leadership" program: https://nishamoodley.com/soul-of-leadership Guided meditation to connect with your "inner elder": https://nishamoodley.com/elder-meditation More about Nisha's work and offerings: https://nishamoodley.com _______________________________ All links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠amyedwards.info⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@realamyedwards⁠⁠⁠⁠ Fight For Her: ⁠⁠⁠⁠fightforher.net⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠ @themagicbabe⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Amy Edwards Show Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ Free Course:⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Ageless Mindset⁠⁠⁠⁠ Full Course: ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Youthfulness Hack⁠⁠⁠⁠ Work with Amy:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book a Call⁠⁠⁠⁠  Let's get you to your HAPPIEST and most RADIANT! Book a call to apply to work together one-on-one:  ⁠⁠https://amyedwards.as.me/15mincall⁠⁠ Get my FREE course "The Ageless Mindset: The Ultimate Guide to Look Younger and Feel Happier!" HERE: ⁠⁠https://best-you-life.teachable.com/p/the-ageless-mindset-the-ultimate-guide-to-look-younger-feel-happier⁠⁠ Get the full course “The Youthfulness Hack: The Secret System to Reverse Aging Fast and Create a New, Radiant You!” Out now! ⁠⁠https://best-you-life.teachable.com/p/the-youthfulness-hack⁠⁠ Please remember to rate, review, and subscribe – and share with a friend! It means so much! Thank you! 10% off WAANDS:⁠⁠https://waands.com/?ref=amyedwards⁠⁠ Or use code AMYEDWARDS for 10% off the CERVIX WAND: ⁠⁠https://waands.com/products/cervix-wand?ref=GKWwgfA1tYGAd⁠⁠ Amy's hair by ⁠⁠https://www.thecollectiveatx.com⁠⁠

On the soul of our work, the re-indigenizing of our minds and the vital force of sisterhood. (2:21) - Nisha's Background and Family Life (4:09) - Hiro Boga's Influence on Nisha's Work (7:55) - The Concept of Devotion and Partnership (10:43) - Civilization and Disconnection (15:26) - The Muse and Creative Practice (23:37) - Global Sisterhood Day and the Importance of Friendship (36:43) - Cultivating Friendship and Community (42:52)- Closing Remarks and Final Thoughts Nisha Moodley is an integrative leadership coach that holds her work – and our collective work – within devotional, animist relational ways. Nisha has 15 years of experience leading mastermind groups, online courses, and nearly 60 retreats. She was first trained to work with subtle energy nearly 30 years ago, and has since received in-depth Health Coach and Executive Coach training, become a Family Constellation facilitator, and deepened her practice through breathwork training, Ancestral healing, and archetypal studies. All of these teachings and modalities (and others) are integrated for guidance that works not just on the level of mindset, but also through much deeper listening and moving. Nisha is the mother of two small children, a newbie land steward, constantly seeking to understand the deeper systemic and historical implications of the individual and collective challenges we face today, weaving those considerations into the work as well.

In this episode we talk with Dr. Nisha Mehta, a radiologist and advocate who built two of the largest online communities for physicians, with over 200,000 members. We explore how Dr. Mehta uses social media to drive real change in medicine, from pushing through prior authorization reform to creating networks of support and resources for doctors facing burnout. With stories of navigating online challenges, the power of collective action, and the impact of physician advocacy, this episode provides insight into how doctors are harnessing digital platforms to improve healthcare for themselves and their patients. Takeaways: Large online communities for physicians can offer a crucial support system and help with issues ranging from career advice to mental health. Prior authorization reform was achieved by mobilizing a physician network to contact legislators, highlighting the power of collective physician voices. Advocacy and networking on social media can help physicians improve their work conditions and address systemic healthcare issues. Balancing social media with a medical career is challenging, but strategic use of digital platforms can drive impactful change. Digital communities can be a tool against burnout, offering doctors a place to share experiences, resources, and emotional support. — Want to Learn About Dr. Nisha Mehta: Website: nishamehtamd.com, physiciansidegigs.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nishamehtamd LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nishamehtamd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nishamehtamd/?hl=en Twitter: https://x.com/nishamehtamd?lang=en Facebook groups: https://www.facebook.com/groups/physiciansidegigs https://www.facebook.com/groups/physiciancommunity — To Get Tickets to Wife & Death: You can visit Glaucomflecken.com/live  We want to hear YOUR stories (and medical puns)! Shoot us an email and say hi! knockknockhi@human-content.com Can't get enough of us? Shucks. You can support the show on Patreon for early episode access, exclusive bonus shows, livestream hangouts, and much more! – http://www.patreon.com/glaucomflecken  Also, be sure to check out the newsletter: https://glaucomflecken.com/glauc-to-me/ If you are interested in buying a book from one of our guests, check them all out here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/dr.glaucomflecken If you want more information on models I use: Anatomy Warehouse provides for the best, crafting custom anatomical products, medical simulation kits and presentation models that create a lasting educational impact.  For more information go to Anatomy Warehouse DOT com. Link:  Anatomy Warehouse Plus for 15% off use code: Glaucomflecken15 -- A friendly reminder from the G's and Tarsus: If you want to learn more about Demodex Blepharitis, making an appointment with your eye doctor for an eyelid exam can help you know for sure. Visit http://www.EyelidCheck.com for more information.  Today's episode is brought to you by the Nuance Dragon Ambient Experience (DAX). It's like having a virtual Jonathan in your pocket. If you would like to learn more about DAX Copilot check out http://nuance.com/discoverDAX and ask your provider for the DAX Copilot experience. Produced by Human Content Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices