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In a relatively short time, The Nook & Hobby, located in Ennis, has become more than just a place to pick up the latest cards, miniatures, and dice. The shop, which opened at the beginning of May, has evolved into a gathering place for a growing community of players, hobbyists, and newcomers who share a passion for tabletop gaming. To tell us more, Alan Morrissey was joined by Dan Slattery, the owner of the Nook & Hobby. Photo (c): Michael Kenny Visuals via The Nook & Hobby

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Finding Harmony: A Spring Journey Through Oslo's Antique Market Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-05-31-07-38-19-no Story Transcript:No: Våren hadde kommet til Oslo, og Vigeland Park var full av liv.En: Spring had come to Oslo, and Vigeland Park was full of life.No: Duftene av nyutsprungne blomster fylte luften, og solstrålene varmet skulpturene som tronet over parken.En: The scents of newly bloomed flowers filled the air, and the sun's rays warmed the sculptures that reigned over the park.No: Fuglene sang, og mennesker lo.En: The birds sang, and people laughed.No: Blant alle disse livlige lydene kunne man høre lyden av et travelt antikkmarked.En: Among all these lively sounds, one could hear the noise of a bustling antique market.No: Sigrid og Lars gikk inn i markedet med forventning.En: Sigrid and Lars entered the market with anticipation.No: Boder bugnet av skatter fra en svunnen tid.En: Stalls overflowed with treasures from a bygone time.No: Gamle klokker, porselen, og bøker fra forrige århundre.En: Old clocks, porcelain, and books from the previous century.No: Men Sigrid hadde kun én ting i tankene denne dagen.En: But Sigrid had only one thing in mind that day.No: "Jeg må finne en spilledåse som minner meg om bestemors," sa hun til Lars.En: "I must find a music box that reminds me of grandma's," she said to Lars.No: Lars nikket og prøvde å virke rolig, selv om hjertet hans dunket raskere enn vanlig.En: Lars nodded and tried to appear calm, even though his heart was beating faster than usual.No: Mengden av folk stresset ham, men han ville hjelpe Sigrid.En: The crowd stressed him, but he wanted to help Sigrid.No: Bestemoren hennes hadde alltid vært spesiell for dem begge.En: Her grandmother had always been special to both of them.No: Markedet var overfylt.En: The market was crowded.No: Folk trengte seg sammen for å se på bodene, og Lars kjente den velkjente frykten snike seg på.En: People pressed together to look at the stalls, and Lars felt the familiar fear creep up on him.No: "Kanskje vi skal dele oss?En: "Maybe we should split up?No: Vi dekker mer på den måten," foreslo Sigrid.En: We'll cover more ground that way," suggested Sigrid.No: Lars svelget hardt, men nikket.En: Lars swallowed hard but nodded.No: "OK, men vær forsiktig," sa han, mens han kjempet mot panikken.En: "OK, but be careful," he said, while battling panic.No: Sigrid forsvant inn i mengden, mens Lars tok et dypt pust og taklet frykten sin.En: Sigrid disappeared into the crowd while Lars took a deep breath and tackled his fear.No: Han gikk målrettet fra bod til bod, alltid med tanke på hvordan han kunne hjelpe Sigrid.En: He walked purposefully from stall to stall, always with the thought of how he could help Sigrid.No: Tiden gikk, og Sigrids leting ga endelig frukter.En: Time passed and Sigrid's search finally bore fruit.No: Der, i en liten bod ved kanten av markedet, lå en spilledåse.En: There, at a small stall at the edge of the market, lay a music box.No: Den var vakker, med utskårne detaljer og en melodi lik den bestemors hadde spilt.En: It was beautiful, with carved details and a melody similar to the one her grandma's had played.No: Men prisen var høy.En: But the price was steep.No: Lars kom til henne mens hun så på klenodiet.En: Lars came to her while she was looking at the heirloom.No: Ansiktet hans lyste opp ved synet av funnet, men bleknet da han så prislappen.En: His face lit up at the sight of the find, but paled when he saw the price tag.No: "Vi har ikke nok," sa han stille.En: "We don't have enough," he said quietly.No: Men Sigrid så bestemt ut.En: But Sigrid looked determined.No: "Vi kan ordne dette sammen," svarte hun.En: "We can make this work together," she replied.No: De la sammen pengene sine, og med et smil fra selgeren var spilledåsen deres.En: They pooled their money, and with a smile from the seller, the music box was theirs.No: Med spilledåsen i hånden følte Sigrid at forbindelsen til bestemoren var sterkere.En: With the music box in hand, Sigrid felt the connection to her grandmother grow stronger.No: Lars, til tross for sin frykt, hadde støttet henne gjennom markedets mas.En: Lars, despite his fear, had supported her through the market's hustle.No: Han visste nå at han kunne håndtere mengder litt bedre, og stolte mer på seg selv.En: He now knew he could handle crowds a little better and trusted himself more.No: Sammen gikk de ut av markedet, Sigrid med et stykke av fortiden som nådde inn i fremtiden, og Lars med en nyvunnet selvtillit.En: Together they walked out of the market, Sigrid with a piece of the past reaching into the future, and Lars with newfound confidence.No: Våren i Oslo var virkelig et nytt kapittel for dem begge.En: Spring in Oslo was truly a new chapter for them both. Vocabulary Words:scents: duftenereigned: tronetbustling: traveltantique: antikkanticipation: forventningstalls: boderoverflowed: bugnetbygone: svunnenporcelain: porselencrowded: overfyltpressed: trengtecreep: snikeswallowed: svelgetdisappeared: forsvanttackled: takletpurposefully: målrettetbore fruit: ga frukterheirloom: klenodietsteep: høypooled: la sammenseller: selgerenconnection: forbindelsenhustle: masnewfound: nyvunnetconfidence: selvtillitreaching: nåddtrust: stoltenew chapter: nytt kapittelcarved: utskårnedetermined: bestemt

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Lessons in Friendship: A Hike Through Jotunheimen Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-05-29-22-34-01-no Story Transcript:No: Vinden blåste lett gjennom Jotunheimen nasjonalpark.En: The wind blew gently through Jotunheimen National Park.No: Det var vår, og snøflekkene lå fortsatt igjen på de høyeste toppene.En: It was spring, and patches of snow still lingered on the highest peaks.No: Sindre sto ved starten av stien.En: Sindre stood at the trailhead.No: Øynene hans glitret med spenning mens han så opp på de storslåtte fjellene.En: His eyes sparkled with excitement as he gazed up at the magnificent mountains.No: Ved siden av ham sto Kjersti, rolig og tenksom.En: Beside him stood Kjersti, calm and thoughtful.No: Hun var vant til Sindre sine eventyrlystne planer.En: She was used to Sindre's adventurous plans.No: Ofte måtte hun være den som holdt beina hans plantet på bakken.En: Often, she had to be the one to keep his feet planted on the ground.No: De hadde planlagt denne turen i flere måneder.En: They had planned this hike for several months.No: Stien opp til toppen var kjent for å være krevende.En: The trail to the top was known to be demanding.No: Perfekt for Sindre, mindre begeistret var Kjersti.En: Perfect for Sindre, less enthusiastic was Kjersti.No: Hun ønsket en roligere hverdag, men følte alltid et ansvar for å passe på Sindre.En: She wished for a quieter life but always felt a responsibility to look after Sindre.No: I dag var intet unntak.En: Today was no exception.No: "Er du klar, Kjersti?" spurte Sindre, allerede klar til å starte.En: "Are you ready, Kjersti?" asked Sindre, already eager to start.No: "Ja, men husk at vi må ta det rolig," svarte hun, men visste at han allerede var mentalt på vei oppover fjellet.En: "Yes, but remember we need to take it slow," she replied, but knew he was already mentally making his way up the mountain.No: De begynte å klatre, Sindre ledet an med full av energi.En: They began to climb, Sindre leading the way full of energy.No: Kjersti fulgte etter med forsiktige skritt.En: Kjersti followed with cautious steps.No: Landskapet var vakkert – fjellrygger overalt, innsjøer som glitret i solen, og små villblomster som nettopp hadde begynt å blomstre.En: The scenery was beautiful—mountain ridges everywhere, lakes glittering in the sun, and small wildflowers just beginning to bloom.No: Luften var frisk, fylt med vårens løfter.En: The air was fresh, filled with the promises of spring.No: Da de nærmet seg toppen, skjedde det som Kjersti fryktet.En: As they neared the top, what Kjersti feared happened.No: Sindre tråkket feil på en løs stein og falt.En: Sindre stepped wrong on a loose stone and fell.No: Han vred ankelen og skrek ut i smerte.En: He twisted his ankle and cried out in pain.No: Kjersti løp til ham, hjertet hennes hamret.En: Kjersti ran to him, her heart pounding.No: "Kan du reise deg?" spurte hun forsiktig.En: "Can you stand up?" she asked gently.No: Han bet tennene sammen, forsøkte å stå oppreist, men sank sammen igjen.En: He gritted his teeth, tried to stand upright, but sank back down again.No: Smerten var for sterk.En: The pain was too strong.No: "Jeg… jeg tror ikke jeg klarer det, Kjersti."En: "I... I don't think I can do it, Kjersti."No: For første gang så Kjersti den usikre siden av Sindre.En: For the first time, Kjersti saw the uncertain side of Sindre.No: Hun satte seg ved siden av ham.En: She sat down beside him.No: "Det er greit," sa hun mildt.En: "It's okay," she said softly.No: "Vi kan finne en annen vei ned.En: "We can find another way down.No: Det er ingen skam i å be om hjelp."En: There is no shame in asking for help."No: Sindre så opp mot toppen, så tilbake på Kjersti.En: Sindre looked up at the top, then back at Kjersti.No: Han var stille en stund før han nikket, ydmyk å innrømme sitt behov for hjelp.En: He was silent for a moment before nodding, humbly admitting his need for help.No: "Ok," svarte han med en liten stemme.En: "Okay," he replied in a small voice.No: Kjersti smilte og hjalp ham opp.En: Kjersti smiled and helped him up.No: Sammen, og med stor forsiktighet, begynte de å bevege seg nedover.En: Together, and with great care, they began to move downwards.No: Hver gang Sindre haltet eller snublet, var Kjersti der for å støtte ham.En: Every time Sindre limped or stumbled, Kjersti was there to support him.No: Underveis pratet de og lo litt mellom pustene.En: Along the way, they talked and laughed a little between breaths.No: Sindre innså at han ikke trengte å presse seg selv til det ytterste for å bevise noe.En: Sindre realized he didn't need to push himself to the limit to prove anything.No: Når de endelig nådde bunnen, følte de begge en lettelse og en følelse av seier.En: When they finally reached the bottom, they both felt a relief and a sense of victory.No: Det var ikke den toppen som var viktig, men at de hadde klart det sammen.En: It wasn't the summit that mattered, but that they had achieved it together.No: Da de sto der, pustende ut under vårsolens varme, visste både Sindre og Kjersti at de hadde lært noe verdifullt.En: As they stood there, breathing under the warmth of the spring sun, both Sindre and Kjersti knew they had learned something valuable.No: Sindre skjønte at det å stole på noen andre kunne være en styrke i seg selv.En: Sindre realized that relying on someone else could be a strength in itself.No: Kjersti innså at å ta en pause eller endre planer var helt greit.En: Kjersti realized that taking a break or changing plans was perfectly fine.No: De to vennene smilte til hverandre, styrket i vennskapet og klar til å møte nye eventyr, sammen.En: The two friends smiled at each other, strengthened in friendship and ready to face new adventures, together. Vocabulary Words:wind: vindengently: lettlinger: ligge igjengaze: semagnificent: storslåttethoughtful: tenksomadventurous: eventyrlystnetrailhead: starten av stientrail: stiendemanding: krevendeenthusiastic: begeistretresponsibility: ansvarcautious: forsiktigescenery: landskapetridges: fjellryggerglittering: glitrerwildflowers: villblomsterbloom: blomstrefresh: friskloose: løstwisted: vredankle: ankelenpounding: hamretgritted: betupright: oppreistlimped: haltetstumbled: snubletsummit: toppenvaluable: verdifulltrelying: stole på

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Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Lost Shoe, Found Laughter: An Unexpected Oslo Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-05-23-22-34-01-no Story Transcript:No: Midt i hjertet av Oslo, blant de travle gatene, fantes det et sted som var en helt annen verden.En: In the heart of Oslo, among the busy streets, there was a place that was a whole other world.No: Urban Jungle Oslo, en leken innendørs lekeplass fylt med gigantiske planter og oppblåsbare dyr i alle former og størrelser.En: Urban Jungle Oslo, a playful indoor playground filled with gigantic plants and inflatable animals of all shapes and sizes.No: Her i vårens friske pust var lufta fylt med latter og glede.En: Here, in the fresh breath of spring, the air was filled with laughter and joy.No: Det var hit Sigrid, Ole, og Kari dro på en solfylt lørdag.En: It was to this place that Sigrid, Ole, and Kari went on a sunny Saturday.No: Sigrid lo allerede før hun kom innenfor dørene.En: Sigrid was already laughing before she even walked through the doors.No: Hun var alltid på utkikk etter noe gøy, noe som kunne bringe et smil til ansiktene rundt henne.En: She was always on the lookout for something fun, something that could bring a smile to the faces around her.No: Inne i denne eksotiske jungelen følte hun seg hjemme, blant pandaer, sjiraffer og til og med en diger oppblåsbar flodhest.En: Inside this exotic jungle, she felt at home, among pandas, giraffes, and even a huge inflatable hippopotamus.No: Og som vanlig, klarte Sigrid å finne på noe sprell.En: And as usual, Sigrid managed to come up with some mischief.No: Mens Sigrid hoppet rundt på flodhesten, skjedde noe uventet.En: While Sigrid was bouncing around on the hippopotamus, something unexpected happened.No: Plutselig følte hun at den ene skoen hennes gled av og forsvant inn i flodhestens gap.En: Suddenly, she felt one of her shoes slip off and disappear into the hippo's mouth.No: Hun fikk et glimt av den lilla joggeskoen før den var borte.En: She caught a glimpse of the purple sneaker before it was gone.No: "Oi, der gikk skoen min," sa Sigrid og lo.En: "Oops, there went my shoe," Sigrid said with a laugh.No: Ole og Kari sto et stykke unna og så skeptisk på henne.En: Ole and Kari stood a bit away, looking at her skeptically.No: "Sigrid, du må da være mer forsiktig!En: "Sigrid, you have to be more careful!"No: " sa Ole, men kunne ikke unngå å smile litt av det hele.En: Ole said, but couldn't help but smile a little at the whole situation.No: Kari ristet på hodet, men munnen hennes dannet et lite smil.En: Kari shook her head, but her mouth formed a little smile.No: "Sjansen for å finne skoen er ikke stor," sa Kari, mens hun så på den digre flodhesten.En: "The chances of finding the shoe aren't great," Kari said, while looking at the huge hippopotamus.No: Sigrid, uanfektet og i sitt ess, klatret opp på ryggfinnen til flodhesten.En: Sigrid, unfazed and in her element, climbed up onto the hippo's back.No: Hun begynte å balansere som en sirkusartist, vinket til vennene og de andre barna som hadde stoppet opp for å se på.En: She began to balance like a circus artist, waving to her friends and the other children who had stopped to watch.No: "Se på meg!En: "Look at me!No: Jeg er flodhestdomptør!En: I'm a hippo tamer!"No: " ropte hun, og lo så hele rommet lyste opp.En: she shouted, laughing so hard the whole room lit up.No: Snart kunne ikke Ole og Kari holde seg lengre.En: Soon, Ole and Kari couldn't hold back any longer.No: De begynte å le, og snart lo de så de måtte holde seg på mage.En: They started to laugh, and soon they were laughing so hard they had to clutch their stomachs.No: Sigrid, med solen i håret og latteren på leppene, så på dem og visste at hun hadde fått dem med på laget.En: Sigrid, with the sun in her hair and laughter on her lips, looked at them and knew she had brought them on board.No: "OK, la oss tenke oss om her," sa Ole endelig.En: "OK, let's think about this," Ole finally said.No: "Skal vi binde sammen et tau av skjerf og prøve å fiske den ut?En: "Should we tie some scarves together and try to fish it out?"No: "Kari nikket, og sammen begynte de å samle skjerf, sokker, alt de hadde for hånden.En: Kari nodded, and together they began to gather scarves, socks, everything they had on hand.No: De snurret det sammen til et langt tau og rakte det ned i flodhestens åpning.En: They twisted it into a long rope and lowered it into the hippo's opening.No: Etter flere mislykkede forsøk, hevet Kari en triumferende hånd i været – skoen var sikret!En: After several unsuccessful attempts, Kari raised a triumphant hand in the air—the shoe was secured!No: "Vi klarte det!En: "We did it!"No: " ropte Sigrid, og alle barna rundt dem klappet og jublet.En: Sigrid shouted, and all the children around them clapped and cheered.No: Hun fikk skoen tilbake, men det viktigste var hva hun hadde lært: selv om lek og moro var viktig, kunne litt alvor og samarbeid føre til de beste eventyrene.En: She got the shoe back, but the most important thing was what she had learned: even though play and fun were important, a little seriousness and teamwork could lead to the best adventures.No: På vei ut fra Urban Jungle Oslo, med skoene trygt på føttene, takket Sigrid vennene sine.En: On the way out of Urban Jungle Oslo, with her shoes safely on her feet, Sigrid thanked her friends.No: Hun visste at dagens erfaring hadde gjort dem sterkere sammen.En: She knew that today's experience had made them stronger together.No: Sammen hadde de en fin balanse mellom spøk og vennskap, og hun kunne ikke vente på hva slags eventyr som ventet rundt hjørnet.En: Together, they had a fine balance between play and friendship, and she couldn't wait for what kind of adventure awaited around the corner. Vocabulary Words:exotic: eksotiskemischief: sprellsneaker: joggeskosardonically: sardoniskskeptically: skeptiskunfazed: uanfektettamer: domptørtriumphant: triumferendegigantic: gigantiskeinflatable: oppblåsbaregap: gapbalance: balansereclutched: holdtsecured: sikretseriousness: alvoradventure: eventyrenejoy: gledelaughter: lattercircus artist: sirkusartistadventurer: eventyrerunusual: uvanligrope: tautwisted: snurretbreath: pustclimbed: klatretpanda: pandaergiraffe: sjirafferhippopotamus: flodhestelement: esstogether: sammen

Adam is off to Reading in Berkshire to visit the Museum of English Rural Life. He meets Philippa, the Learning and Engagement Manager, for a fascinating tour. Step inside the education studio, try on countryside costumes, and find out what it was like to work in the fields—did you know children used to scare birds away for up to 10 hours a day? Adam explores the museum’s hands-on galleries, from old shepherding games to steam engines and Land Rovers, and discovers how life in the countryside evolved over the years. Plus, we get to say hello to the museum’s garden chickens, Nook and Gemini Rosalina!Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Into the Pines: A Tale of Youthful Adventure and Unity Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-05-22-07-38-20-no Story Transcript:No: Vårsolen skinte gjennom grenene på de høye furutrærne mens Einar, Solveig og Tiril navigerte skogstien med forsiktige, men bestemte skritt.En: The spring sun shone through the branches of the tall pine trees as Einar, Solveig, and Tiril navigated the forest path with cautious but determined steps.No: De var på vei til en hemmelig bunker, gjemt dypt inne i skogen.En: They were on their way to a secret bunker, hidden deep in the forest.No: Einar bar sekken full av nødforsyninger.En: Einar carried the backpack full of emergency supplies.No: Solveig gikk ved siden av, litt nervøs.En: Solveig walked beside him, a little nervous.No: Tiril, derimot, hoppet omkring og prøvde å gjøre turen til en morsom opplevelse.En: Tiril, however, was jumping around and trying to make the trip a fun experience.No: "Einar, er du sikker på at vi har alt vi trenger?" spurte Solveig og snudde seg mot ham med et bekymret blikk.En: "Einar, are you sure we have everything we need?" Solveig asked, turning to him with a worried look.No: Einar nikket bestemt.En: Einar nodded decisively.No: "Jeg har fulgt listen nøye. Vi har mat, vann, medisiner og noen varme klær."En: "I've followed the list closely. We have food, water, medicine, and some warm clothes."No: "Og vi kan alltid improvisere hvis vi har glemt noe," sa Tiril med et smil, og tok noen spretthopp fremover.En: "And we can always improvise if we've forgotten something," said Tiril with a smile, taking a few playful hops forward.No: Hun hadde allerede bundet en liten blomsterkrans av vårblomstene hun fant langs stien.En: She had already made a small flower wreath from the spring flowers she found along the path.No: Veien til den gamle bunkeren var lang og kronglete, og de måtte stoppe flere ganger for å orientere seg.En: The way to the old bunker was long and winding, and they had to stop several times to orient themselves.No: Pinebarrene raslet svakt i vinden, og de eneste lydene var fuglene som sang høylytt i feiringen av våren.En: The pine needles rustled softly in the wind, and the only sounds were the birds singing loudly in celebration of spring.No: Endelig ankom de bunkeren — en rusten inngang som knapt var synlig mellom trærne.En: Finally, they arrived at the bunker — a rusty entrance barely visible between the trees.No: På veggene kunne de se svake spor etter den gamle krigen.En: On the walls, they could see faint traces from the old war.No: Det føltes nesten som å trå inn i en annen tid.En: It almost felt like stepping into another time.No: "Vi klarte det!" ropte Tiril begeistret og løp inn i skumringen av rommet.En: "We made it!" Tiril shouted enthusiastically and ran into the dimness of the room.No: Einar begynte å sette fra seg forsyningene.En: Einar began to set down the supplies.No: "Ok, vi må gå gjennom listen igjen," sa han alvorlig.En: "Okay, we must go through the list again," he said seriously.No: Solveig nikket, men så plutselig uttrykte hun en bekymring.En: Solveig nodded, but suddenly she expressed a concern.No: "Vent, er førstehjelpskassen der?"En: "Wait, is the first-aid kit there?"No: Einar stoppet, og for en stund sto de alle tre stumme.En: Einar stopped, and for a moment, they all stood silent.No: Sekken hadde det meste, men akkurat førstehjelpskassen var glemt.En: The backpack had most things, but the first-aid kit was forgotten.No: En rask følelse av panikk bredte seg, og boksen som var en uunnværlig del av listen, var ingen steder å finne.En: A quick feeling of panic spread, and the kit, an indispensable part of the list, was nowhere to be found.No: Tiril klappet Solveig på skulderen.En: Tiril patted Solveig on the shoulder.No: "Ikke vær redd. Vi finner en løsning. Kanskje vi kan bruke noe av det andre vi har?" foreslo hun med et betryggende smil.En: "Don't worry. We'll find a solution. Maybe we can use something else we have?" she suggested with an encouraging smile.No: "Ja, vi skal klare dette.En: "Yes, we'll manage this.No: Jeg burde ha vært mer oppmerksom," mumlet Einar, men i stedet for å dvele ved feilen, begynte han å tenke på alternativer.En: I should have been more attentive," Einar muttered, but instead of dwelling on the mistake, he started to think of alternatives.No: De tre kjempet sammen med styrken til tre perler på et kjede.En: The three of them fought together with the strength of three pearls on a string.No: Solveig fant en rull med gammelt stoff som kunne fungere som bandasjer.En: Solveig found a roll of old fabric that could work as bandages.No: Tiril fikk dem til å le, selv i den anspente situasjonen, mens Einar lærte å lene seg litt på Tiril's spontane glimt av kreativitet.En: Tiril made them laugh, even in the tense situation, while Einar learned to lean a little on Tiril's spontaneous flashes of creativity.No: Etter hvert fikk de orden på forsyningene, og den lille gruppen følte seg tryggere og mer samlet enn før.En: Eventually, they got the supplies sorted out, and the little group felt safer and more united than before.No: Solen begynte å sette seg bak åsene, og lyset fra en ny vårdag hadde lært dem viktige leksjoner om samarbeid.En: The sun began to set behind the hills, and the light from a new spring day had taught them important lessons about cooperation.No: De tre slo seg ned ved inngangen til bunkeren.En: The three settled down by the entrance to the bunker.No: De var slitne, men fornøyde, mens de delte brødskivene de hadde pakket i sekken.En: They were tired but content as they shared the sandwiches they had packed in the backpack.No: Et lite, men sterkt bånd hadde formet seg blant furutrærne, og de gledet seg til å feire 17. mai sammen, trygt og sikkert.En: A small but strong bond had formed among the pine trees, and they looked forward to celebrating May 17th together, safe and sound. Vocabulary Words:shone: skintebranches: grenernavigated: navigertecautious: forsiktigdetermined: bestemtsecret: hemmelighidden: gjemtnervous: nervøsimprovise: improvisereflower wreath: blomsterkranspine needles: pinebarrenerustled: rasletcelebration: feiringenwinding: krongletedimness: skumringentraces: sporenthusiastically: begeistretsupplies: forsyningeneconcern: bekymringindispensable: uunnværligsolution: løsningattentive: oppmerksombandages: bandasjerspontaneous: spontanglimpses: glimtcooperation: samarbeidsettled down: slo seg nedsandwiches: brødskivenecontent: fornøydstrong bond: sterkt bånd

It has been quite a few months since we checked in with J. Ryan Stradal, our writer in residence. He is in his editing stage, making sure that the latest draft he delivers is the best he can do. AND, he has a title-NEXT WEEK WHEN THINGS CALM DOWN (we love this title). We talk to him about where he is, why it takes so long to get a book out and how is feeling about this very personal novel. We also talk to The Nook in Lancaster PA about how and why they got into the book business. Join us. Find books mentioned on The Book Case:   ⁠https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/shop/story/book-case-podcast-reading-list-118433302 Books mentioned in this week's episode:   Kitchens of the Great Midwest by J. Ryan Stradal   Lager Queen of Minnesota by J. Ryan Stradal   Saturday Night at the Lakeside Supper Club by J. Ryan Stradal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tim Conway Jr Show Hour 4 (5.20) Lyft and Uber for teens? Conway dives into the new world of rideshare for younger passengers and asks the big question: when did you get your license? From teenage drivers to parents trusting apps, this hour hits all the nerves. Then things get weird in the best way: why are women obsessed with crime shows and true crime podcasts? What are they up to? Plus, the underrated joy of alone time on vacation — because sometimes the best travel partner is nobody. Conway breaks down Sky Nook, the airplane seat concept trying to make the dreaded last row by the bathroom suddenly desirable. Add in headache causes, USPS possibly mailing guns, the future of Whiteman and Santa Monica airports, and a Palos Verdes renovation nightmare, and you’ve got one packed hour of SoCal chaos, travel drama, true crime obsession, and Conway-style comedy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chaz and AJ sent Big Mike to Nappi's Nook this morning, for an official attempt at their pancake challenge. The whole thing was live on the air, while streaming on social media, so everyone could follow along. Despite a strong start, Big Mike's choice of beverage may have been the reason he ultimately ran out of time. 

Chaz and AJ spoke with Big Mike from Long Island this morning, who is preparing to take on the viral pancake challenge sweeping across Long Island. With only 18 minutes on the clock, diners are asked to consume four massive pancakes, totalling some 3,000 calories. Steve Nappi, of "Nappi's Nook" was on to talk about their food, and the successful challengers they've had come through.  Photo Credit: Steve Nappi

This week on the Long Island Tea Podcast, Sharon and Stacy catch us up on an exciting week across Long Island including recapping two incredible Long Island 250 celebrations, Stacy's Executive Circle Award announcement with Long Island Business News, and some of the latest business and tourism news happening across the region. We're also diving into everything from a young Long Islander making her Broadway debut, to preparations for the 2026 U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills, viral food challenges, new travel expansions at MacArthur Airport, and the beach upgrades getting Long Island ready for summer.#ShowUsYourLongIslanderThis week we're spotlighting Samantha Schwartz, a talented 5th grader from Long Island who is officially making her Broadway debut in the musical Beaches. From gymnastics to singing upside down for fun, Samantha's creative spirit and big dreams are already taking her to one of the world's most iconic stages.#RevolutionaryRootsWe're taking a look at the Avery Homestead in East Patchogue, a property with more than 250 years of family history tied to Long Island's colonial roots, Revolutionary War service, and agricultural legacy through the historic Swan River Nursery.#LongIslandLifeThe 2026 U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills is bringing major planning efforts across Long Island, from expanded LIRR service and transportation improvements to public safety coordination and tourism preparation ahead of one of golf's biggest events.We're also talking about the viral pancake challenge at Nappi's Nook in Nesconset, where guests attempt to finish four giant pizza sized pancakes in under 18 minutes in one of Long Island's newest food sensations.Plus, Breeze Airways is expanding nonstop service between Long Island MacArthur Airport and Myrtle Beach beginning this July, continuing the airport's growing list of travel options for both locals and visitors.Out east, Cooper's Beach in Southampton is preparing for summer with thoughtful upgrades including improved accessibility, expanded seating, and redesigned public spaces as the nationally recognized beach gets ready to welcome visitors back for the season.#ChariTEADog Dock Diving returns to Greenport Harbor Brewing Company on May 16 and 17, bringing together adorable canine athletes, local community fun, and fundraising efforts benefiting the North Fork Animal Welfare League.#WildThingsOfTheWeekA Long Island elementary school had an unforgettable surprise when a mama duck and her ducklings wandered through the halls during the school day, creating a viral and heartwarming moment before safely being escorted to a nearby pond.#ThisWeekendOnLongIslandThis weekend is packed with events across the island including Dig Days at Waterdrinker Family Farm, The Prince of Egypt at The Argyle Theatre, The Wallflowers live at The Paramount, Dog Dock Diving on the North Fork, International Museum Day at The Vanderbilt Museum, wine brunches across Long Island Wine Country, sailing experiences on Peconic Bay, and more.#CelebriTEAThe New York sports world is remembering legendary broadcaster John Sterling, whose iconic voice became synonymous with Yankees baseball while also holding ties to Long Island sports history through his early years calling New York Islanders games.#hotTEAsCall 877 386 6654 x 400, leave us a review, and send a screenshot to score $5 off merch while staying connected with all things Long Island Tea.Connect With UsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/longislandteapodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@longislandteapodcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DiscoverLongIslandNYFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/LongIslandTeaPodcastX: https://x.com/liteapodcastEmail: spillthetea@discoverlongisland.comShop: https://shop.discoverlongisland.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello, Beautiful...I'm so grateful you're here with me. Tucked into a quiet beach nook, the soft sound of ocean waves surrounds you in the night. This peaceful ocean ambience is perfect for deep sleep, relaxation, and calming your mind. Let the rhythm of the sea guide you into rest. Love,

Tom Oberhaus is the co-operator of Cozy Nook Farm in Waukesha County. Cozy Nook is primarily a dairy farm, and it supplements its business with seasonal pumpkin and Christmas tree sales. When Lake Effect's Sam Woods spoke with Oberhaus in January, Christmas tree sales were down, and the farm was planning for 2026. Sam checked back in with Oberhaus to see how things are going on the farm ahead of planting season. The conversation is part of WUWM's commitment to covering issues our listeners say are top priorities, including the economy. As part of that coverage, we're exploring how the economy is impacting Wisconsinites with different financial needs and concerns.  

367 – Are you letting God into every part of your life?Or do you let God only into some parts of your life?There's no need to be hesitant to open up completely to God. You don't need to be afraid of something you've hidden deep inside you. Your past mistakes and insecurities, any doubts and fears you may be embarrassed about or ashamed of, are no match for God's love for you.In this week's episode:The joy of letting God into every part of your lifeThe freedom and peace of mind that come when you quit trying to hide anything from GodLoving God with all your heart, soul and mindSteps you can take to let God have full access to your heart and lifeThe blessings that come when you do thisLetting God into every nook and cranny of your life, you'll discover things you never knew were possible. You'll see God's love in everything you do and with everyone you meet. You'll be where God wants you to be. You'll say what God wants you to say, maybe without even realizing it. You will do what God wants you to do. You will be blessed and you'll be a blessing to others in the process.∞∞∞∞∞∞∞SHOW NOTES: For a full transcript and all the Bible quotes, go to thebiblespeakstoyou.com/367Previous episode mentioned: Episode14 – Would You Let Jesus in Your House if You Hadn't Cleaned Up for Weeks? Text me your questions or comments.Support the showIf you enjoy the podcast, please rate and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify__________________James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshop for your church or organization (online and in person)Subscribe to the podcast  (and get your copy of Praying with the Mindset of Jesus)       Make a donation to support the showSchedule a free one hour coaching call to see if the Jesus Mindset Coaching program is a good fit for youContact James here

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Nature's Storm: Finding Friendship and Courage in the Wild Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-04-27-22-34-01-no Story Transcript:No: Lars stirret ut av vinduet på hytta.En: Lars stared out of the window at the cabin.No: Fjelltoppene strakte seg opp mot himmelen, dekket av snø.En: The mountain peaks stretched up towards the sky, covered in snow.No: Den friske vårluften var fylt med duften av villblomster.En: The fresh spring air was filled with the scent of wildflowers.No: Hytta lå blant høye furutrær, og det var stille, bortsett fra fuglesang og vinden som raslet i grenene.En: The cabin was nestled among tall pine trees, and it was quiet, except for birdsong and the wind rustling in the branches.No: Eline og Mikkel koste seg på verandaen.En: Eline and Mikkel were enjoying themselves on the veranda.No: De nippet til kaffe og snakket om dagens planlagte fottur.En: They sipped coffee and talked about the planned hike for the day.No: Lars hørte dem le.En: Lars heard them laugh.No: Han var glad for å være med dem, men kjente likevel en klump i magen.En: He was glad to be with them, but still felt a knot in his stomach.No: Han likte naturen, men store grupper gjorde ham urolig.En: He liked nature, but large groups made him uneasy.No: "Lars," ropte Eline, "Kom ut og se!En: "Lars," called Eline, "Come out and see!No: Du går glipp av den fantastiske utsikten.En: You're missing the fantastic view."No: "Lars nikket og kom ut.En: Lars nodded and came out.No: Han smilte forsiktig til vennene sine.En: He smiled cautiously at his friends.No: "Ja, det er virkelig vakkert her.En: "Yes, it is really beautiful here."No: "Mikkel klappet ham på skulderen.En: Mikkel patted him on the shoulder.No: "Vi skal på tur opp til den store høyden.En: "We're going on a hike up to the big hill.No: Du blir med, ikke sant?En: You're coming with us, right?"No: "Lars så utover landskapet.En: Lars looked out over the landscape.No: Det var fristende, men tanken på å tilbringe flere timer i en gruppe gjorde ham nervøs.En: It was tempting, but the thought of spending several hours in a group made him nervous.No: "Jeg vet ikke, kanskje jeg blir igjen her litt.En: "I don't know, maybe I'll stay here for a bit."No: "Eline kastet et vennlig blikk mot ham.En: Eline cast a friendly glance toward him.No: "Ta den tiden du trenger.En: "Take the time you need.No: Vi vil bare ha det hyggelig sammen.En: We just want to enjoy ourselves together."No: "Lars visste at de prøvde å inkludere ham, men han var fortsatt usikker.En: Lars knew they were trying to include him, but he was still uncertain.No: Til slutt, etter mye overveielse, bestemte han seg for å bli med.En: Finally, after much consideration, he decided to join.No: "Ok, jeg kommer.En: "Okay, I'll come.No: Kanskje det blir hyggelig.En: Maybe it'll be nice."No: "De begynte å gå oppover stien.En: They began to walk up the trail.No: Solen skinte, og naturen var vakker rundt dem.En: The sun was shining, and nature was beautiful around them.No: Lars gikk litt bak de andre, nøt stillheten i sitt eget tempo.En: Lars walked a bit behind the others, enjoying the silence at his own pace.No: Plutselig begynte skyene å samle seg.En: Suddenly the clouds began to gather.No: Vinden tok seg opp, og en storm nærmet seg raskt.En: The wind picked up, and a storm approached quickly.No: Regnet begynte å falle tungt, og de søkte ly under et stort tre.En: The rain began to fall heavily, and they sought shelter under a big tree.No: "Eline, hva skal vi gjøre?En: "Eline, what should we do?"No: " spurte Lars, mens han prøvde å holde seg rolig.En: asked Lars, while trying to stay calm.No: Mikkel så mot Lars med et bestemt blikk.En: Mikkel looked at Lars with a determined gaze.No: "Vi må jobbe sammen," sa han.En: "We have to work together," he said.No: "Alle, hold sammen og følg meg.En: "Everyone, stick together and follow me.No: Vi blir nødt til å vende tilbake.En: We'll have to head back."No: "Lars kjente hjertet banke raskere.En: Lars felt his heart beat faster.No: Han følte seg liten i møte med naturens krefter.En: He felt small in the face of nature's forces.No: Men å se Mikkel og Eline holde roen ga ham mot.En: But seeing Mikkel and Eline stay calm gave him courage.No: Han fulgte dem tett, og sammen fant de veien tilbake til hytta.En: He followed them closely, and together they found their way back to the cabin.No: Da de endelig kom inn i hytta, var de gjennomvåte, men lettet.En: When they finally got inside the cabin, they were soaked, but relieved.No: De satte seg ved peisen og tørket seg med håndklær.En: They sat by the fireplace and dried off with towels.No: Lars pustet dypt ut.En: Lars exhaled deeply.No: "Takk, Mikkel," sa han lavt.En: "Thank you, Mikkel," he said quietly.No: "Jeg vet ikke om jeg hadde klart det uten dere.En: "I don't know if I would have managed without you."No: "Mikkel smilte.En: Mikkel smiled.No: "Vi gjør det sammen, alltid.En: "We do this together, always."No: "Den kvelden satt de rundt peisen, snakket og lo.En: That evening they sat around the fireplace, talking and laughing.No: Lars merket hvordan angsten forsvant, litt etter litt.En: Lars noticed how the anxiety disappeared, little by little.No: Kanskje han ikke alltid måtte være alene for å føle seg trygg.En: Perhaps he didn't always have to be alone to feel safe.No: Han så på vennene sine og tenkte at dette var starten på noe nytt.En: He looked at his friends and thought that this was the start of something new.No: Han hadde oppdaget en verdifull ting: Vennskap kunne gi både styrke og ro.En: He had discovered a valuable thing: Friendship could provide both strength and peace. Vocabulary Words:stared: stirretnestled: lårustling: rasletsip: nippeknot: klumpuneasy: uroligfantastic: fantastiskcautiously: forsiktigtempting: fristendeglance: blikkconsideration: overveielsetrail: stigather: samleapproach: nærme segdetermined: bestemtstick together: holde sammenrelieved: lettetexhale: puste utcourage: motanxiety: angstdisappear: forsvinnestrength: styrkepeace: rofireplace: peissoak: gjennomvåttowel: håndklediscover: oppdagevaluable: verdifullstorm: stormheavily: tungt

In this episode of Modern Chiropractic Mastery, Dr. Kevin Christie engages in an insightful discussion with Dr. Martin  Isaksson and Dr. Brian Nook from the International Federation of Sports Chiropractic (FICS). They explore the mission of FICS, emphasizing the importance of providing chiropractic care to athletes globally and the immense value of teamwork in sports settings.Dr.  Isaksson shares his journey from a chiropractic graduate to the president of FICS, highlighting the organization's growth and its commitment to enhancing the quality of care for athletes. Dr. Nook reflects on his extensive experience in chiropractic and academia, discussing the evolution of sports chiropractic and its integration into the global sports community.The episode also delves into the benefits of treating athletes at various events, the collaborative environment among healthcare professionals, and the personal fulfillment that comes from being part of a larger mission. Listeners will gain insights into how involvement with FICS can enhance their clinical skills, expand their professional network, and ultimately lead to greater satisfaction in their chiropractic careers.For chiropractors looking to elevate their practice and make a meaningful impact in the world of sports, this episode is a must-listen!

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Blooming Adventures: Embracing Flexibility in the Garden Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-04-21-07-38-19-no Story Transcript:No: Det var en strålende vårdag i forstaden.En: It was a brilliant spring day in the suburb.No: Solen skinte klart, og fuglene kvitret glade melodier.En: The sun shone brightly, and the birds chirped cheerful melodies.No: Sindre, Liv, og Kari gikk mot den lokale hagesenteret.En: Sindre, Liv, and Kari were heading towards the local garden center.No: Sindre var spent.En: Sindre was excited.No: Han elsket å planlegge sin vårhage hvert år.En: He loved planning his spring garden every year.No: Da de kom til hagesenteret, var stedet allerede fylt med folk.En: When they arrived at the garden center, the place was already filled with people.No: Alle ville starte sine egne hageprosjekter.En: Everyone wanted to start their own gardening projects.No: Hylle på hylle var dekket med fargerike blomster, skinnende potter, og forskjellige frøposer.En: Shelf after shelf was covered with colorful flowers, shiny pots, and various seed packets.No: Lukten av fersk jord fylte luften, og det var en summing av forventningsfulle samtaler rundt dem.En: The smell of fresh soil filled the air, and there was a buzz of expectant conversations around them.No: "Mye folk her i dag," sa Kari, mens hun så seg rundt.En: "Lots of people here today," said Kari, as she looked around.No: Hun var aldri helt overbevist om hageprosjekter.En: She was never entirely convinced about gardening projects.No: Hun likte å tilbringe tid innendørs og anså seg selv som en byjente.En: She liked spending time indoors and considered herself a city girl.No: "Ja, men det er vår," svarte Sindre smilende.En: "Yes, but it's spring," replied Sindre with a smile.No: "Perfekt tid for å starte hagen.En: "Perfect time to start the garden."No: "Liv, som alltid så etter de beste tilbudene, begynte å lete blant hyllene etter salgsskilt.En: Liv, who always looked for the best deals, began searching among the shelves for sales signs.No: "Se på disse pottene, Sindre.En: "Look at these pots, Sindre.No: Litt dyrt, ikke sant?En: A bit expensive, aren't they?No: Kanskje vi finner noe billigere borte ved utkjørselen.En: Maybe we can find something cheaper over by the exit."No: "Sindre nikket, men han hadde allerede en plan i hodet.En: Sindre nodded, but he already had a plan in mind.No: Han visste hva han ville ha.En: He knew what he wanted.No: Men til hans store skuffelse merket han at mange frø og blomster han ønsket var utsolgt.En: But to his great disappointment, he noticed that many seeds and flowers he desired were sold out.No: "Å nei!En: "Oh no!"No: " utbrøt han.En: he exclaimed.No: "Alt jeg vil ha er borte.En: "Everything I want is gone."No: "Kari så på Sindre med et halvveis smil.En: Kari looked at Sindre with a half-smile.No: "Kanskje dette er et tegn på å prøve noe nytt?En: "Maybe this is a sign to try something new?"No: "Sindre var fortvilet.En: Sindre was disheartened.No: Skulle han høre på Liv og finne alternativer, eller skulle han dra til et annet hagesenter?En: Should he listen to Liv and find alternatives, or should he go to another garden center?No: Liv fant ham og pekte mot et område med ulike frøblandinger.En: Liv found him and pointed to an area with various seed mixes.No: "Se her, Sindre," sa hun.En: "Look here, Sindre," she said.No: "Hva med disse?En: "What about these?No: De er billigere, og vi kan få mer variasjon.En: They're cheaper, and we can get more variety."No: "Etter en kort tenkepause, bestemte Sindre seg.En: After a brief pause, Sindre made up his mind.No: "Ok, Liv, la oss se nærmere.En: "Okay, Liv, let's take a closer look.No: Kanskje jeg kan tilpasse hagen min med disse.En: Maybe I can customize my garden with these."No: "De begynte å velge ulike frø og potter som passet budsjettet bedre, og snart hadde de fylt kurven.En: They started picking out different seeds and pots that fit the budget better, and soon their basket was filled.No: Kari ble også litt interessert da hun fant et par små sukkulenter hun kunne ha på kjøkkenvinduet.En: Kari also got a bit interested when she found a couple of small succulents she could have on the kitchen window.No: En time senere gikk vennene ut av hagesenteret med hendene fulle.En: An hour later, the friends walked out of the garden center with their hands full.No: Sindre var glad, ikke bare fordi de hadde funnet alternativer, men fordi han hadde lært å være mer fleksibel.En: Sindre was happy, not only because they had found alternatives, but because he had learned to be more flexible.No: Dessuten hadde vennskapet spilt en viktig rolle i beslutningene hans.En: Furthermore, friendship had played an important role in his decisions.No: "Dette kommer til å bli en flott vår," sa han fornøyd.En: "This is going to be a great spring," he said contentedly.No: "Takk for hjelpen, Liv.En: "Thanks for the help, Liv.No: Og takk til deg også, Kari, for å være tålmodig.En: And thank you too, Kari, for being patient."No: "Med nye planer i tankene og vennene ved hans side, var Sindre mer enn klar for å begynne på et nytt hageeventyr.En: With new plans in mind and friends by his side, Sindre was more than ready to start a new gardening adventure.No: Hagesenteret begynte å tømme seg, men naturens skjønnhet og vårens løfter fylte fortsatt luften.En: The garden center began to empty, but the beauty of nature and spring's promises still filled the air.No: Det var en perfekt dag for nye begynnelser.En: It was a perfect day for new beginnings. Vocabulary Words:brilliant: strålendesuburb: forstadencheerful: gladechirped: kvitretgarden center: hagesenteretexcited: spentfilled: fyltshelf: hyllevarious: forskjelligepackets: frøposersoil: jordexpectant: forventningsfulleconvinced: overbevistindoors: innendørshesitate: tenkepausecustomize: tilpassesucculents: sukkulenterflexible: fleksibelpatient: tålmodigadventure: eventyrbuzz: summingbudget: budsjettetdisheartened: fortviletdeal: tilbudenemelodies: melodierempty: tømmealternatives: alternativerconsidered: ansåoutdoors: utendørsrole: rolle

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Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Steps of Triumph: Lars' Journey Through Frogner Park Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-04-19-07-38-19-no Story Transcript:No: Vårsolen skinte mykt gjennom trærne i Frogner Park.En: The spring sun shone softly through the trees in Frogner Park.No: Fuglene kvitret, og blomstene begynte å blomstre.En: The birds chirped, and the flowers began to bloom.No: Parken var full av folk som nøt det milde vårværet.En: The park was full of people enjoying the mild spring weather.No: I midten av alt dette sto Lars.En: In the midst of all this stood Lars.No: Han lente seg på krykkene.En: He leaned on crutches.No: Hans høyre ben var fortsatt sårt etter skiulykken.En: His right leg was still sore after the skiing accident.No: Lars var fast bestemt.En: Lars was determined.No: Han ville gå gjennom Frogner Park uten hjelp innen slutten av uken.En: He wanted to walk through Frogner Park without help by the end of the week.No: Men frykten for å falle igjen plaget ham.En: But the fear of falling again haunted him.No: Hver gang han prøvde å ta et skritt uten støtte, kom minnene om ulykken tilbake.En: Every time he tried to take a step without support, the memories of the accident came back.No: Ingrid og Oskar, Lars' nære venner, kom for å hjelpe.En: Ingrid and Oskar, Lars' close friends, came to help.No: "La oss gjøre det sammen," sa Ingrid og smilte oppmuntrende.En: "Let's do it together," said Ingrid, smiling encouragingly.No: Oskar nikket.En: Oskar nodded.No: "Du trenger ikke å gjøre dette alene, Lars.En: "You don't have to do this alone, Lars."No: "Lars nølte først.En: Lars hesitated at first.No: Han var sta, trodde at han måtte klare det selv.En: He was stubborn, believing he had to manage it on his own.No: Men han visste også at vennenes støtte kunne være viktig.En: But he also knew that his friends' support could be important.No: Etter en dyp pust bestemte han seg.En: After taking a deep breath, he decided.No: "Ok, jeg vil prøve med dere," svarte han.En: "Okay, I'll try with you," he replied.No: Dagene gikk, og med Ingrid og Oskars hjelp, begynte Lars å gjøre fremgang.En: The days passed, and with Ingrid and Oskar's help, Lars began to make progress.No: Hver dag ble han litt sterkere.En: Each day he grew a little stronger.No: Selv om han falt noen ganger, hjalp hans venner ham alltid opp igjen.En: Even though he fell a few times, his friends always helped him back up.No: De snakket, lo og gjorde rehabiliteringsprosessen lettere.En: They talked, laughed, and made the rehabilitation process easier.No: En solrik ettermiddag, med blomstrende tulipaner rundt seg, bestemte Lars seg for å prøve å gå noen skritt uten krykkene.En: One sunny afternoon, with blooming tulips around him, Lars decided to try taking a few steps without the crutches.No: Ingrid og Oskar stod nær, klar til å hjelpe om nødvendig.En: Ingrid and Oskar stood close, ready to help if needed.No: Med et dypt pust, satte Lars den ene foten foran den andre.En: With a deep breath, Lars put one foot in front of the other.No: Ett skritt, to skritt, tre skritt.En: One step, two steps, three steps.No: Der, i midten av Frogner Park, tok Lars flere steg alene.En: There, in the middle of Frogner Park, Lars took several steps on his own.No: Jubelen fra Ingrid og Oskar fylte luften.En: The cheers from Ingrid and Oskar filled the air.No: Lars smilte bredt.En: Lars smiled broadly.No: Han hadde gjort det.En: He had done it.No: Beina hans var ustabile, men han hadde tatt flere skritt uten støtte.En: His legs were unstable, but he had taken several steps without support.No: Det ga ham håp.En: It gave him hope.No: Mens solen sakte begynte å synke bak trærne, følte Lars en ny styrke i seg selv.En: As the sun slowly began to sink behind the trees, Lars felt a new strength within himself.No: Han visste at mye arbeid lå foran ham, men nå så han lyst på fremtiden.En: He knew there was much work ahead, but now he looked forward to the future with optimism.No: Med venner ved sin side og en nyvunnet tålmodighet, begynte han å planlegge nye aktiviteter.En: With friends by his side and newfound patience, he began planning new activities.No: Kanskje en sykkeltur neste måned?En: Maybe a bike ride next month?No: Lars hadde lært en viktig lekse: noen ganger er det greit å ta imot hjelp.En: Lars had learned an important lesson: sometimes it's okay to accept help.No: Han klarte å akseptere sin situasjon og verdsette prosessen.En: He managed to accept his situation and appreciate the process.No: Det var en vår i Frogner Park han aldri ville glemme.En: It was a spring in Frogner Park he would never forget. Vocabulary Words:shone: skintechirped: kvitretbloom: blomstrecrutches: krykkenesore: sårtdetermined: fast bestemtfear: fryktenhaunted: plagetencouragingly: oppmuntrendehesitated: nøltestubborn: stamanage: klareprogress: fremgangstronger: sterkererehabilitation: rehabiliteringsprosessenunstable: ustabilehope: håpsink: synkepatience: tålmodighetbike ride: sykkelturlesson: lekseaccept: akseptereappreciate: verdsettememories: minnenesupport: støtteclose: nærebreath: pustsunny: solriktulips: tulipanercheers: jubelen

With today marking the 82nd and final game of the regular season, Nate and Omar preview each of the 3 potential 1st round matchups for the New York Knicks. Thanks for listening!

This episode's guest is Patrick Donnelly, the top strategic enterprise AE at Nook. Patrick brings a founder's mindset to the field, he originally wanted to be a rock star or a startup founder, but found his creative calling in enterprise sales instead. Now three years in at Nooks, he has built the process, led the upmarket charge, and stayed at the top by doing the same things that got him there. Patrick shares a candid, practical playbook built on curiosity, humility, and the conviction that discovery is not a stage it is a lifestyle.   Learn more at top1.fm

What does confidence actually feel like when the cameras are off? In this episode of The Nook, we're skipping the "5 steps to self-esteem" for a raw look at lived experience. Joined by Nyawira Gachugi and Samantha Nyakoe, we dive into the unpolished reality of finding your voice, the cost of taking up space, and the "unlearning" nobody warns you about.Connect with our guests:✨ Nyawira Gachugi: https://www.instagram.com/nyawiragachugi/✨ Samantha Nyakoe: https://www.instagram.com/samantha.nyakoe/

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Strangers in a Coffee Nook: Finding Friendship in Amsterdam Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2026-03-24-07-38-19-nl Story Transcript:Nl: In een knus koffiehoekje in Amsterdam kwam Bram binnen, met zijn schetsboek onder zijn arm.En: In a cozy coffee nook in Amsterdam, Bram walked in, with his sketchbook under his arm.Nl: Het was een drukke lentedag, en de warme geur van vers gezette koffie hing in de lucht.En: It was a busy spring day, and the warm smell of freshly brewed coffee hung in the air.Nl: Bram zocht een rustige plek, maar de tafels stonden dicht op elkaar en elke stoel was bezet.En: Bram looked for a quiet spot, but the tables were closely packed and every chair was taken.Nl: Hij zag een lege stoel bij een tafel waar een jonge vrouw zat.En: He saw an empty chair at a table where a young woman was sitting.Nl: Ze keek nieuwsgierig rond in de drukke zaak.En: She was looking around curiously in the busy place.Nl: Bram voelde een bekende onzekerheid opkomen, maar hij moest ergens zitten.En: Bram felt a familiar uneasiness rising, but he needed to sit somewhere.Nl: Aarzelend vroeg hij: "Is deze stoel vrij?"En: Hesitantly, he asked, "Is this seat free?"Nl: De jonge vrouw keek op en glimlachte vriendelijk.En: The young woman looked up and smiled kindly.Nl: "Zeker, ga je gang.En: "Sure, go ahead.Nl: Ik ben Anouk," stelde ze zich voor.En: I'm Anouk," she introduced herself.Nl: Bram knikte verlegen.En: Bram nodded shyly.Nl: "Bram," zei hij zachtjes terwijl hij ging zitten.En: "Bram," he said softly as he sat down.Nl: Anouk was net verhuisd naar Amsterdam voor haar baan in de uitgeverij.En: Anouk had just moved to Amsterdam for her job in publishing.Nl: Ze probeerde de stad te leren kennen en voelde zich soms een beetje verloren.En: She was trying to get to know the city and sometimes felt a bit lost.Nl: Terwijl Bram stil zijn cappuccino bestelde en zijn schetsboek opende, merkte Anouk op wat hij tekende.En: While Bram quietly ordered his cappuccino and opened his sketchbook, Anouk noticed what he was drawing.Nl: Het was een prachtige schets van de gracht met zijn boogbruggen en bootjes.En: It was a beautiful sketch of the canal with its arched bridges and boats.Nl: "O, dat is mooi!En: "Oh, that's beautiful!Nl: Ik ben altijd al geïnteresseerd geweest in tekenen," zei Anouk enthousiast.En: I've always been interested in drawing," said Anouk enthusiastically.Nl: Bram keek op, verrast door haar oprechte interesse.En: Bram looked up, surprised by her genuine interest.Nl: Hier was een kans om iemand te ontmoeten die zijn passie deelde, maar de woorden bleven hangen in zijn keel.En: Here was a chance to meet someone who shared his passion, but the words stuck in his throat.Nl: Gelukkig verscheen op dat moment Tessa, Bram's oude vriendin.En: Luckily, at that moment, Tessa, Bram's old friend, appeared.Nl: "Bram!"En: "Bram!"Nl: riep ze vrolijk uit.En: she called out cheerfully.Nl: "Oh," mompelde Bram, een beetje nerveus.En: "Oh," muttered Bram, a bit nervous.Nl: Maar Tessa's luchtige aanwezigheid hielp de sfeer te ontspannen.En: But Tessa's breezy presence helped ease the atmosphere.Nl: Ze stelde zich voor aan Anouk en het gesprek kwam op gang.En: She introduced herself to Anouk, and the conversation got going.Nl: Terwijl ze spraken, vertelde Anouk over haar nieuwe leven in Amsterdam.En: As they talked, Anouk shared about her new life in Amsterdam.Nl: Het gesprek werd levendig, en Bram voelde zich steeds meer op zijn gemak.En: The conversation became lively, and Bram felt more and more at ease.Nl: Anouk zag in Bram's ogen dat hij zich op zijn gemak begon te voelen.En: Anouk saw in Bram's eyes that he started feeling comfortable.Nl: Het gaf haar een gevoel van verbondenheid.En: It gave her a sense of connection.Nl: Na een tijdje zei Tessa dat ze verder moest.En: After a while, Tessa said she had to go.Nl: Maar voordat ze wegging, gaf ze Bram een bemoedigend knikje dat hij goed herkende.En: But before she left, she gave Bram an encouraging nod that he recognized well.Nl: Nu was het moment.En: Now was the moment.Nl: "Bram, wil je misschien nog een keer afspreken om samen te tekenen of een tentoonstelling te bezoeken?"En: "Bram, would you maybe like to meet up again to draw together or visit an exhibition?"Nl: vroeg Anouk.En: asked Anouk.Nl: Bram bloosde een beetje, maar knikte instemmend.En: Bram blushed a little but nodded agreeably.Nl: "Ja, dat lijkt me leuk," antwoordde hij, zijn angst langzaam vervagend.En: "Yes, I'd like that," he replied, his fear slowly fading.Nl: Ze wisselden telefoonnummers uit en glimlachten naar elkaar.En: They exchanged phone numbers and smiled at each other.Nl: Terwijl Anouk de koffiebar verliet, voelde ze zich ergens eindelijk thuis.En: As Anouk left the coffee bar, she finally felt at home somewhere.Nl: Bram keek haar na, dankbaar voor de ontmoeting en zijn nieuwe zelfvertrouwen.En: Bram watched her leave, grateful for the meeting and his newfound self-confidence.Nl: In dit knusse koffiehoekje begon niet alleen een nieuwe vriendschap, maar ook een frisse start voor beiden, in een stad vol mogelijkheden.En: In this cozy coffee nook, not only a new friendship began, but also a fresh start for both, in a city full of possibilities. Vocabulary Words:cozy: knuscoffee nook: koffiehoekjesketchbook: schetsboekuneasiness: onzekerheidhesitantly: aarzelendcuriously: nieuwsgierigpublishing: uitgeverijfamiliar: bekendeintroduced: stelde voorenthusiastically: enthousiastgenuine: oprechtepassion: passieappeared: verscheencheerfully: vrolijkbreezy: luchtigelively: levendigconnection: verbondenheidnervous: nerveusencouraging: bemoedigendexhibition: tentoonstellingnodded: knikteself-confidence: zelfvertrouwenfresh start: frisse startpossibilities: mogelijkhedenquiet: rustigearched bridges: boogbruggenblushed: bloosdeexchanged: wisseldensmiled: glimlachtengrateful: dankbaar

Are you looking for ways to empower your children through literature and representation? Join Jae and special guest Valerie J. Lewis Cohen as they discuss the transformative power of diverse children's books and the mission behind the When I See Me Children's Book Fair.In this episode of the Homeschool Your Kids podcast, Valerie shares her journey from publishing relationship advice to becoming a champion for children's literacy. She highlights the startling reality that less than 27 percent of children's books feature characters of color and explains why it is vital for black and brown children to see themselves as the heroes of their own stories. Valerie also dives deep into the importance of parental advocacy within the school system, sharing personal stories of fighting for her son's academic success and fair treatment. From discussing the school to prison pipeline to the nuances of self-publishing and the power of positive illustrations, this conversation is a must watch for any parent or educator committed to raising confident, literate, and inspired children. You will learn about the upcoming book fair in Dayton, Ohio, and how providing free books to children can change their entire trajectory.https://penofthewriter.com/https://wheniseeme.com/https://queenvpublishing.com/Valerie J. Lewis Coleman is a best-selling author, award-winning publisher, and publishing expert who transforms stories into legacies. With more than twenty years in the industry, she has published over 180 authors—70% of whom became bestsellers—and guided thousands of writers to avoid costly mistakes, publish with excellence, and profit from their books.As founder of Pen of the Writer, Valerie equips professional speakers, entrepreneurs, and visionaries to magnify their message, grow their platforms, and monetize their expertise through publishing. She also leads the groundbreaking When I See Me™ Children's Book Fair, an initiative that places diverse, empowering stories into the hands of young readers so every child can see themselves as the hero.A sought-after speaker and mentor, Valerie blends practical industry knowledge with passion for literacy, representation, and empowerment. Her dynamic presentations make publishing simple, profitable, and impactful—helping authors not only write books, but also change lives. Learn more at PenOfTheWriter.com, QueenVPublishing.com, and WhenISeeMe.com.Valerie J. Lewis Coleman, serving professional speakers and experts to magnify and monetize their message by publishing quality books!Click here to launch your writing career!When I See Me™ Children's Book Fair is Saturday, July 25, 2026 in Dayton, OH. Join us for a day of literary fun, giveaways, and more. WhenISeeMe.com Donate to A Book in Every Bag Oh, The Things I Can Be When I See Me - Samara and Lyric are cousins who love to visit their grandmother, MeMe. The girls talk about all the wonderful things they want to be. Their self-esteem and confidence grow as they learn about women who have done what they hope to do. Filled with historical pioneers and modern-day trailblazers, this picture book empowers girls of color by providing examples of successful women who look like them. Click here to get your autographed copy of the Feathered Quill Bronze Award winner! Creative Child Kids Picture Book of the Year! Readers Favorite Honorable Mention for Children's Educational Books!The Forbidden Secrets of the Goody Box - Relationship advice that your father didn't tell you and your mother didn't know. Click here to get your autographed copy of this Amazon bestseller. For Kindle, click here; for Audible, click here; for Nook and other formats, click here.Visit the website mentioned in the video to learn more about the When I See Me Children's Book Fair and how you can support this vital mission. Be sure to like this video, subscribe to the channel for more empowering content, and share your thoughts in the comments below.

Retail tenant rep broker Tori Nook shares how she built Anchor Retail, closed $1B in deals, and what's driving Ohio's commercial real estate market. The Crexi Podcast connects commercial real estate (CRE) professionals with industry insights built for smart decision-making. In each episode, we explore the latest trends, innovations and opportunities shaping commercial real estate, because we believe knowledge should move at the speed of ambition and every conversation should empower professionals to act with greater clarity and confidence.   Tori Nook has spent 26 years doing the work most brokers don't: driving unfamiliar markets, calling landlords who aren't listed anywhere, and building national rollout programs one relationship at a time. The result is over $1 billion in closed deals and a women-owned brokerage with offices in Cleveland and Columbus serving national credit tenants. In this episode, Tori joins host Shanti Ryle for a wide-ranging conversation covering her unconventional path into retail CRE, what it actually takes to succeed in tenant rep, why she was fired before starting her own firm, and what Ohio's tight retail market looks like from the ground right now. Welcome to The Crexi Podcast Tori Nook's bio and billion-dollar track record Fresh hall of fame news and finding time for life How a sophomore elective led to a CRE career Getting licensed at 19 and cycling through three brokerages The client who was impressed by a 24-hour callback Why tenant rep is not for the unorganized Get in the car: finding off-market deals no database can surface Cold calling into Dollar Tree and AutoZone rollouts Getting fired and launching Anchor Retail in the same breath Opening Columbus and co-founding Anchor Property Management Why Tori finally got on social media (and what it cost her not to sooner) The Houston dinner that turned into a major tenant rep account Why Tori doesn't cold call anymore — and hasn't had to Writing "Intuitive Certainty": business, spirituality, and ignoring the voice The difference between a boundary and fear in disguise Ohio's retail market: leased up, beverages booming, grocers arriving As-is deals, trimmed TI, and how tenants are staying competitive Where restaurants are struggling and why downtown hasn't recovered The Ohio pitch: low cost of living, high disposable income Rapid fire: $50M, bad advice, and a contrarian Midwest take     About Tori Nook: Tori Nook is the Principal and Founder of Anchor Retail, a woman-owned brokerage firm specializing in tenant representation for national retailers and restaurants. With twenty-six years of experience, Tori has closed over $1 billion in deals and built long-term relationships with clients including AutoZone, Academy Sports, Dollar General, Signet Jewelers, PetSmart, Panera Bread, Wahlburgers, Bath & Body Works, Urban Air, Skechers, Sweetgreen, and Lands' End. Tori has been recognized as a Crain's Cleveland Business "Top 40 under 40," Notable Woman in Real Estate, and Notable Leader in Commercial Real Estate in Northeastern Ohio. She was awarded "The Mother of The Bread" by Panera Bread and named the #1 Tenant Rep broker in Columbus, Ohio, by TRADEWIRE Columbus in 2024. In the last few years, she was voted a "Top Woman Influencer" by CREi Summit (2025 & 2026), recognized as the #48 LinkedIn Influencer, and awarded GlobeSt 2025 Woman of Influence in Broker-Tenant Representation. Her book, Intuitive Certainty, releases in late 2026. A graduate of John Carroll University's Boler School of Business, Tori is licensed in Ohio and operates offices in Cleveland and Columbus. She serves on the board of Providence House, a crisis nursery in Cleveland, and is a member of the Realty Resources Network membership board and the International Council of Shopping Centers. For show notes, past guests, and more CRE content, please check out Crexi's blog.Looking to stay ahead in commercial real estate? Visit Crexi to explore properties, analyze markets, and connect with opportunities nationwide. Follow Crexi:https://www.crexi.com/​ https://www.crexi.com/instagram​ https://www.crexi.com/facebook​ https://www.crexi.com/twitter​ https://www.crexi.com/linkedin​ https://www.youtube.com/crexi About Crexi:Crexi is reimagining commercial real estate with an AI-powered platform built to deliver smarter, more efficient solutions at every stage of the deal lifecycle. From real-time data and market insights with Crexi Intelligence, to targeted property marketing and seamless deal management through Crexi PRO, and a transparent, time-bound bidding experience with Crexi Auction— Crexi enables users to evaluate opportunities, maximize exposure, and close with speed and confidence. To date, Crexi has subsidized over $2.74 trillion in property value, 26 billion square feet listed, and supports a growing community of more than 23 million yearly users.

In this episode we welcome Dr. Carly Egoavil and Dr. Rachel Marynowski from Kale Blossom to discuss a wide range of topics centered around empowering women's and children's health with a holistic approach. Discover their journey from medical school to becoming a holistic doctor and a chiropractor, to raising their families together as neighbors, to creating a thriving online platform known as Kale Blossom. The conversation delves into an array of topics like the Gardasil vaccine and the vaccine schedule in general, rising infertility rates, the impact of birth control, alternative approaches to mammograms and colonoscopies. the role of diet and lifestyle in preventing disease, and the launch of their app, Nook, for low-tox living. This episode is packed with valuable information and practical advice that you do NOT want to miss!

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Whimsical Adventures in Lofoten: A Puffin's Unexpected Cameo Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-03-02-23-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: En frisk vårbris sveiper gjennom Lofoten, der fjelltopper skjærer dramatisk mot en blå himmel.En: A fresh spring breeze sweeps through Lofoten, where mountain peaks cut dramatically against a blue sky.No: Sigrid og Lars setter seg i bilen, klare til å oppdage nye eventyr.En: Sigrid and Lars get into the car, ready to discover new adventures.No: Sigrid er spent; hun har sitt kamera klart.En: Sigrid is excited; she has her camera ready.No: Lars kaster et blikk på veien framover, klar for å følge den nøye planlagte reiseruten sin.En: Lars glances at the road ahead, ready to follow his carefully planned itinerary.No: "I dag må vi finne det perfekte stedet for blogginnlegget," erklærer Sigrid og lener seg tilbake i setet.En: "Today we have to find the perfect spot for the blog post," declares Sigrid as she leans back in the seat.No: "Jeg vil ha et bilde som alle husker."En: "I want a picture that everyone will remember."No: Lars nikker, men hans oppmerksomhet er delt.En: Lars nods, but his attention is divided.No: "Så lenge vi ikke gjør noen uventede stopp," svarer han, tankene fortsatt på fuglene han vil unngå.En: "As long as we don't make any unexpected stops," he replies, his thoughts still on the birds he wants to avoid.No: Når de nærmer seg Henningsvær, et lite fiskevær omgitt av glitrende vann, ser Sigrid en merkelig skikkelse langs veien.En: As they approach Henningsvær, a small fishing village surrounded by sparkling waters, Sigrid sees an odd figure along the road.No: Det er en hitchhiker, en merkelig skikkelse med en fargerik nebb.En: It's a hitchhiker, a peculiar figure with a colorful beak.No: Hun flirer og sier, "Kanskje vi skal plukke opp vår venn der?"En: She giggles and says, "Maybe we should pick up our friend over there?"No: Lars ser skeptisk ut, men gir seg med et sukk.En: Lars looks skeptical but gives in with a sigh.No: "Jeg antar det.En: "I suppose so.No: Men vi må være raske."En: But we need to be quick."No: De stopper, og til deres store overraskelse, hopper en talende lundefugl inn i bilen.En: They stop, and to their great surprise, a talking puffin hops into the car.No: "Hei folkens!" sier lundefuglen muntert, "Mitt navn er Pelle, og jeg elsker gode historier, men dessverre forteller jeg bare dårlige vitser!"En: "Hey folks!" says the puffin cheerfully, "My name is Pelle, and I love good stories, but unfortunately, I only tell bad jokes!"No: Sigrid ler høyt, mens Lars stiver til i setet.En: Sigrid laughs out loud, while Lars stiffens in his seat.No: Fuglen snur seg mot Lars.En: The bird turns to Lars.No: "Vet du hvorfor sjøfugler aldri blir rike?" spør Pelle.En: "Do you know why seabirds never get rich?" asks Pelle.No: "Fordi de stadig bryter båndet!"En: "Because they constantly break the bank!"No: Sigrid kikker på Lars med et smil, men han ruller bare med øynene.En: Sigrid glances at Lars with a smile, but he just rolls his eyes.No: "Vi har en tidsplan å følge," mumler han, men han begynner å mykne opp.En: "We have a schedule to keep," he mumbles, but he begins to soften up.No: I løpet av dagen suser de forbi strender, klipper og pittoreske hus.En: Throughout the day, they whiz past beaches, cliffs, and picturesque houses.No: Sigrid ser etter det perfekte øyeblikket, men Pelle fortsetter med vitsene sine.En: Sigrid looks for the perfect moment, but Pelle keeps going with his jokes.No: Det er distraherende, men også fortryllende.En: It's distracting but also enchanting.No: Når solen begynner å falle, finner de en perfekt bukt med fjell i bakgrunnen.En: As the sun begins to set, they find a perfect bay with mountains in the background.No: "Dette er det!" roper Sigrid og finner fram kameraet.En: "This is it!" shouts Sigrid and reaches for her camera.No: Pelle er ved siden av henne og nekter å forlate bildet.En: Pelle is beside her and refuses to leave the shot.No: "Ok, Pelle," sier Sigrid med et smil, "vil du være stjernen i dette bildet?"En: "Okay, Pelle," says Sigrid with a smile, "do you want to be the star of this picture?"No: Lars ser skeptisk ut fra avstand.En: Lars looks skeptical from a distance.No: Akkurat i det Sigrid fokuserer kameraet, hopper Pelle opp foran linsen.En: Just as Sigrid focuses the camera, Pelle jumps in front of the lens.No: I samme øyeblikk snubler Lars over en stein og faller med armene viftende.En: At the same moment, Lars trips over a stone and falls with waving arms.No: Kameraet fanger hele scenen: Pelle, Sigrid i latter, og Lars på vei ned mot bakken.En: Click! The camera captures the whole scene: Pelle, Sigrid laughing, and Lars going down to the ground.No: Tilbake i bilen, ser Sigrid på bildet.En: Back in the car, Sigrid looks at the picture.No: Det er morsomt, kaotisk og herlig ekte.En: It's funny, chaotic, and wonderfully genuine.No: "Dette er ikke bare et bilde av Lofoten," sier hun og ler, "det er et øyeblikk av ekte glede."En: "This isn't just a picture of Lofoten," she says, laughing, "it's a moment of true joy."No: Lars smiler, i det han innser at ikke alt trenger å være perfekt.En: Lars smiles, realizing that not everything needs to be perfect.No: "Kanskje det er på tide å like fugler," sier han motvillig, med et hint av latter i stemmen.En: "Maybe it's time to appreciate birds," he says reluctantly, with a hint of laughter in his voice.No: Bildet blir en hit på bloggen, og minner dem begge om at de uventede øyeblikkene ofte er de aller beste.En: The picture becomes a hit on the blog and reminds them both that unexpected moments are often the very best. Vocabulary Words:breeze: brispeaks: fjelltopperitinerary: reiserutedeclare: erklæreglance: kaste et blikkunexpected: uventethitchhiker: hitchhikerpeculiar: merkeligskeptical: skeptisksigh: sukkcheerfully: muntertgenuine: ekteplanned: planlagtsparkling: glitrendestiffens: stiver tilenchanted: fortryllendeschedule: tidsplandetached: delteunfortunately: dessverrepinnacle: topppicturesque: pittoreskechaotic: kaotiskmoment: øyeblikkappreciate: likedistracting: distraherendeambient: omgittapproach: nærmer segcapture: fangereluctantly: motvillighint: hint

Born in Yemen and raised in the Central Valley of California, Noor Qwfan works in corporate social responsibility and is the creator of Noor's Nook (@noors_nook), an expressive outlet for her creative tendencies. She is also the creator and host of the Muslim Girl Podcast (@thismuslimgirlpodcast), a platform started in 2017 to amplify the voices of Muslim women and their experiences. In addition to her professional endeavors, Noor sits on the board of directors for the American Red Cross and currently serves as the chair of the philanthropy committee. In her spare time, Noor loves to travel and explore, hike in the great outdoors, and spend quality time with loved ones.

Host Jeremy C. Park interviews Dr. Brittany Kasprack, Owner of Mid South Chiropractic and The Bagel Nook, who discusses her journey into chiropractic care and the impact of her businesses on the community. She shares her personal experience with chiropractic treatment after a horse riding accident and emphasizes the importance of preventive healthcare. Dr. Brittany explains the science and art of chiropractic care, highlighting the importance of personalized treatment plans. She also discusses the convenience of having multiple chiropractic locations and the importance of consistent care. The conversation then shifts to The Bagel Nook, where Dr. Brittany describes the unique experience of offering authentic New York-style bagels and over 30 cream cheese flavors. She emphasizes the catering aspect of the business and the opportunity to bring a new food culture to the Memphis area. She also touches on the economic impact of her businesses, including job creation and workforce development. The episode concluded with information on how to learn more and connect with Mid South Chiropractic and The Bagel Nook.Visit https://www.midsouthchiropractic.com to learn more about Mid South Chiropractic and visit https://www.thebagelnook.com to learn more about The Bagel Nook.SummaryChiropractic Care and Preventive Healthcare - Dr. Brittany Kasprack, Owner of Mid South Chiropractic and The Bagel Nook, shares her journey into chiropractic care, which began after a horse-riding accident led her to experience the benefits firsthand. She emphasizes the importance of preventive healthcare and mobility, stating that chiropractic care is an underutilized aspect of healthcare that focuses on maintaining spinal function and overall well-being. Dr. Brittany highlights the balance between science and art in chiropractic practice, using x-rays and other diagnostic tools to develop personalized treatment plans. She also discusses the convenience of having multiple clinic locations and the importance of consistent care, explaining the initial process of assessment and treatment planning for new patients.Wellness Through Group Exercise Motivation - Jeremy and Dr. Brittany discuss the importance of group exercise for motivation and prevention, with Dr. Brittany sharing her experience of seeing patients achieve wellness through active processes. They also talk about the fulfillment Brittany finds in the impact of Mid South Chiropractic, particularly through their wellness wall where patients celebrate their pain-free achievements.The Bagel Nook's Catering Success - Brittany discussed her successful bagel business, The Bagel Nook, which offers fresh, boiled and baked bagels with over 30 seasonal cream cheese flavors and 45 types of bagels daily. She highlights the unique New York/New Jersey-style bagels and the business's expansion into catering for breakfast and lunch meetings. The catering service is designed to appeal to a wide audience with a variety of bagel and cream cheese combinations, presented in visually appealing platters.Mid South Chiropractic and The Bagel Nook - Dr. Brittany discussed the collaboration between Mid South Chiropractic and The Bagel Nook, highlighting their community-focused approach. She explains how the partnership brings unique offerings to the community, such as screenings and assessments, while also providing employment opportunities and valuable experiences for team members. Dr. Brittany emphasizes the economic impact of her businesses, noting their commitment to hiring and training local staff. She encourages listeners to visit their locations in Olive Branch, Hernando, Clarksdale, and Southaven to experience their services firsthand.

This week on Not Your Granny's Quilt Show, my guest is Ian Danger Capstick, host of the Art Against Empire podcast, quilter, and former political pundit.Like many of us in the fiber arts world, Ian's introduction to making began in his grandmother's craft cupboard. He learned cross stitch and rug hooking, and put it all away as an adult while he worked in Canadian politics. He famously brought his cross stitching with him to work in the meantime of appearing as a political pundit on Canadian television. It was not until the 2020 lockdowns that Ian fully dove into quilting.As his quilting skills grew alongside major shifts in his professional life, Ian created a quilted banner as part of his capstone project for the horticulture degree he completed during lockdown. That project opened the door to a deeper exploration of banners, textiles, and the long history of fabric as both a cultural and political tool. Quilted banners became a focal point as Ian studied the origins of textile traditions and the ways fabric has been politicized, controlled, and reclaimed.Through Art Against Empire, Ian examines how textile art has been used across time as a form of power, resistance, and reform. He speaks with artists from around the world, guiding listeners through the global landscape of fiber and textiles. When people reclaim mastery of textiles, Ian believes, it becomes an act of resistance and a path toward freedom.Ian is also doing powerful work at The NOOK alongside Zak Foster and others, creating spaces that invite thoughtful conversations, including the uncomfortable ones.To learn more about Ian, follow him on Instagram at quiltqueerly, visit iancapstick.net, and be sure to listen to the available episodes of Art Against Empire. Please enjoy this episode.Want to see more? You can find it here: Find Podcast Merch here! nygqs.printify.me Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany YouTube: https://youtube.com/@notyourgrannysquiltshow Get episodes ad free at Patreon: patreon.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Want to be on the show? Send us a message

On today's 2.11.26 show we talked about Valentine's day gifts, Graham bought his daughter something he is embarrassed to admit, Britney Spears sold her music catalog, Demi Lovato is canceling some of her shows, man took the wrong flight to a different country, side hustles, nature nooks are the new thing, more Olympic medals are falling apart and more!

The Screaming Hearts are back and better than ever, joining Leah to talk about reuniting, their upcoming show at Hutghis at the Nook, and play some music. Feat the songs "Sweet Revival" and "Harmony"

In this episode of Hope Natural Health, Dr. Erin chats w/guest Dr. Glenn Livingston about the psychology of food cravings and how to reclaim your mental space from intrusive food thoughts. Dr. Glenn Livingston is a psychologist and the creator of "Defeat Your Cravings," a method grounded in decades of research and real-world experience. His work has reached over 1 million readers, drawing on both scientific insights into how cravings form and practical strategies to shift long-standing patterns. He is the author of the book "Defeat Your Cravings," hosts a podcast of the same name, and offers live coaching focused on lasting behavior change.  Dr. Glenn's journey began with his own struggle at one point reaching 300 lbs and the realization that "loving himself" through traditional therapy wasn't fixing his relationship with food. After consulting for the big food industry, he saw how food is engineered to hit a "bliss point" in the reptilian brain. He eventually designed a system to bridge the gap between biological impulses and the rational mind. During this episode you will learn about: The "Reptilian Brain" vs. the "Neocortex" and why willpower alone often fails  Why clear boundaries and "rules" are more effective than "everything in moderation" The science of the "Extinction Burst" why cravings get worse right before they disappear  How the food industry engineers products to bypass satiety  Practical strategies to "cross the river at its source" by using structure to prevent cravings Resources Mentioned: Free Book & Starter Kit: Download Defeat Your Cravings for free in Kindle, Nook, or PDF format at www.defeatyourcravings.com. When you click the big blue button to sign up, you'll also receive free food plan starter templates and recorded demonstration sessions to see the method in practice. Website: www.defeatyourcravings.com Social Media: @defeatyourcravings   For more on Dr. Erin: Join The Hope Circle Community: https://hormonehealingproject.drerinellis.com/communities/groups/the-hope-circle/home?invite=69120d498b7e3f60397656b8 Work with Dr. Erin here: https://p.bttr.to/3E88ps4 Buy Dr. Erin's Supplements here: https://drerinellis.com/shop Get the Period Productivity Planner here:  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BBYBRT5Q?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860 Download the FREE Menstrual Cycle Nutrition Guide here: https://detox.drerinellis.com/ Watch The Free Video "7 Hormones Affecting Your Weight Loss Goals" here: https://weightloss.drerinellis.com/ Let's Be Friends: Follow Dr. Erin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.erinellis/ Follow Dr. Erin on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drerinellisnmd Follow Dr. Erin on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.erinellis?lang=en Join the Free Hope Circle Community: https://hormonehealingproject.drerinellis.com/communities/groups/the-hope-circle/home?invite=69120d498b7e3f60397656b8  Bookmark Dr. Erin's Website: www.drerinellis.com Subscribe to Hope Natural Health on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChHYVmNEu5tKu91EATHhEiA Follow Hope Natural Health on FB: https://www.facebook.com/hopenaturalhealth Sign up for Newsletters here:  https://booking.hopenaturalhealth.com/widget/form/VUubL7MNYELduwQL8ssI   #FoodPsychology #WomensHealth #HolisticHealth #Cravings #HealthyHabits #MindsetMatters #WeightLossJourney #EmotionalEating #BingeEatingRecovery #NutritionTips #HealYourRelationshipWithFood #BrainHealth #Psychology #WellnessJourney #HealthyLifestyle #InformedEating #SelfCare #HealthTips #FunctionalMedicine #FoodFreedom #Willpower 

Happy New Year, dear listeners! AJ and Chris are back for the first episode of 2026, kicking off the year not with resolutions, but with something far more honest: use it or lose it.From digital overwhelm and doomscrolling, to the resurgence of analog life, retro tech, journaling, and intentional living, this episode is a wide-ranging, reflective conversation about what's worth carrying forward…and what might be better left behind.

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: A Snowy Quest for the Perfect Campsite Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-01-22-23-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Snøen lå tungt over den tette skogen.En: The snow lay heavy over the dense forest.No: Høye furutrær sto som voktere, dekket med et tykt teppe av hvitt.En: Tall pine trees stood like guardians, covered with a thick blanket of white.No: Det var kaldt, men stillheten var nesten magisk.En: It was cold, but the silence was almost magical.No: Bare lydene fra fugler og den knasende snøen under skoene brøt freden.En: Only the sounds of birds and the crunching snow underfoot broke the peace.No: Sindre var full av energi.En: Sindre was full of energy.No: Beina hans styrte gjennom snøen med iver.En: His legs navigated through the snow with eagerness.No: "Denne gangen skal vi finne det perfekte stedet for teltet," sa han bestemt.En: "This time we will find the perfect spot for the tent," he said determinedly.No: Han bar på en altfor stor ryggsekk, fylt med alt han trodde de kunne trenge for campingturen.En: He carried an oversized backpack, filled with everything he thought they might need for the camping trip.No: Ingrid sukket og fulgte etter, selv om ryggsekken stadig satt fast i lave grener.En: Ingrid sighed and followed him, though her backpack kept getting caught in low branches.No: "Ingrid, se på disse vakre trærne," ropte Sindre.En: "Ingrid, look at these beautiful trees," shouted Sindre.No: Ingrid kastet et blikk rundt.En: Ingrid glanced around.No: "Ja, flotte trær, men kanskje vi skal finne et sted å slå oss ned før mørket faller på?En: "Yes, the trees are great, but maybe we should find a place to settle down before nightfall?"No: " foreslo hun, med en tone av både bekymring og irritasjon.En: she suggested, with a tone of both concern and irritation.No: Men Sindre var fast bestemt.En: But Sindre was adamant.No: Han ønsket et perfekt sted, et som var verdt alle anstrengelser.En: He wanted a perfect spot, one that was worth all the effort.No: Midt i praten kjente han at noe gikk galt.En: In the midst of conversation, he felt something go wrong.No: Snøskohælen satt fast i en røys.En: His snowshoe heel was stuck in a pile of rocks.No: Ingrid lo før hun rakte ham en hjelpende hånd.En: Ingrid laughed before she offered him a helping hand.No: "Vi skulle ha stoppet tidligere," mumlet hun.En: "We should have stopped earlier," she mumbled.No: Likevel fulgte hun etter da Sindre fortsatt var på jakt etter det perfekte stedet.En: Yet she followed as Sindre continued searching for the perfect spot.No: Plutselig, mens de passerte et spesielt tungt snødekt tre, falt en lavine av snø over dem begge.En: Suddenly, as they passed a particularly heavily snow-covered tree, an avalanche of snow fell over both of them.No: Sindre lo, håret hans glitret hvitt av snø.En: Sindre laughed, his hair glistening white with snow.No: Ingrid kunne ikke annet enn å le med ham, selv om innenfor lurte følelsen av at de burde ha stoppet tidligere.En: Ingrid couldn't help but laugh along, even though deep down she felt they should have stopped earlier.No: Men så, som om skogen hadde hatt nok moro på deres bekostning, åpnet det seg en lysning foran dem.En: But then, as if the forest had had enough fun at their expense, a clearing opened up in front of them.No: Det var en vakker åpen plass med utsikt over dalen nedenfor.En: It was a beautiful open space with a view over the valley below.No: Solnedgangen malte himmelen rosa og lilla.En: The sunset painted the sky pink and purple.No: Øyeblikket var perfekt.En: The moment was perfect.No: "OK, du vant," sa Ingrid med et smil.En: "OK, you win," Ingrid said with a smile.No: "Dette stedet er virkelig vakkert.En: "This place is truly beautiful."No: "De slo opp teltet i stillhet, sammenfunnet av skjønnheten rundt dem.En: They set up the tent in silence, united by the beauty around them.No: Etterpå laget de en varm drikk over en liten brenner og satte seg sammen for å nyte roen.En: Afterwards, they made a warm drink over a small burner and sat together to enjoy the calm.No: Sindre så på Ingrid med et skjevt smil.En: Sindre looked at Ingrid with a wry smile.No: "Jeg skal prøve å lytte mer til deg neste gang.En: "I'll try to listen to you more next time."No: "Ingrid nikket, men ga ham et vennlig dult.En: Ingrid nodded but gave him a friendly nudge.No: "Og jeg må innrømme, noen ganger kan dine kaotiske eventyr føre til fantastiske steder.En: "And I have to admit, sometimes your chaotic adventures can lead to amazing places."No: "De så ut over landskapet, og latteren deres steg lett gjennom skogen.En: They looked out over the landscape, and their laughter rose lightly through the forest.No: Med et teppe av snø og et snev av kaos hadde de funnet sitt perfekte vintereventyr.En: With a blanket of snow and a touch of chaos, they had found their perfect winter adventure. Vocabulary Words:dense: tetteblanket: teppesilence: stillhetenguardians: vokterecrunching: knasendeeagerness: iveroversized: altfor storbackpack: ryggsekkirritation: irritasjonadamant: fast bestemtheel: hælenrocks: røysavalanche: lavineglistening: glitretclearing: lysningview: utsiktvalley: dalensunset: solnedgangenburner: brennerwry: skjevtnudge: dultchaotic: kaotiskeadventures: eventyrlandscape: landskapetlaughter: latterenblanket: teppetouch: snevchaos: kaosadmit: innrømmeexpense: bekostning

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Polar Quest: The Rules and Wonders of Svalbard Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-01-21-08-38-19-no Story Transcript:No: Svalbard var et magisk sted.En: Svalbard was a magical place.No: Under den evige skumringen i Arktis, strakte snødekte landskap seg så langt øyet kunne se.En: Under the eternal twilight in the Arctic, snow-covered landscapes stretched as far as the eye could see.No: Skjøre, glitterende isflak fløt på havet.En: Fragile, glittering ice floes floated on the sea.No: En fjellkjede i det fjerne sto som en vakker bakgrunn.En: A mountain range in the distance stood as a beautiful backdrop.No: Lars, Ingrid, og Eva var med klassen på ekskursjon.En: Lars, Ingrid, and Eva were on an excursion with their class.No: De skulle lære om polare økosystemer.En: They were going to learn about polar ecosystems.No: Læreren deres, fru Andersen, hadde strenge regler.En: Their teacher, Mrs. Andersen, had strict rules.No: «Alltid hold dere nær gruppen,» sa hun, «vinterforholdene kan være farlige.»En: “Always stay close to the group,” she said, “winter conditions can be dangerous.”No: Lars, full av spenning og en hemmelig fascinasjon for dyrelivet, hadde en drøm.En: Lars, full of excitement and a secret fascination for wildlife, had a dream.No: Han ville se isbjørner.En: He wanted to see polar bears.No: Han så bort på Ingrid, som var fokusert og ønsket å imponere fru Andersen.En: He glanced at Ingrid, who was focused and wanted to impress Mrs. Andersen.No: Én idé begynte å forme seg.En: An idea began to take shape.No: Hvis han kunne overbevise Ingrid, kunne de kanskje utforske litt.En: If he could convince Ingrid, maybe they could explore a little.No: «Ingrid,» hvisket Lars, «kom igjen, la oss gå på en liten avstikker. Vi kan finne isbjørnspor!»En: “Ingrid,” whispered Lars, “come on, let's take a little detour. We can find polar bear tracks!”No: Ingrid rynket pannen.En: Ingrid frowned.No: «Det bryter reglene,» svarte hun, men så på Lars' ivrige øyne.En: “That breaks the rules,” she replied, but then looked at Lars' eager eyes.No: Hun så også på Eva, som bare ga et lite smil.En: She also glanced at Eva, who just gave a small smile.No: «Ok,» sa Ingrid til slutt. «Men ikke langt.»En: “Okay,” Ingrid finally said. “But not far.”No: De forlot stien, fulle av forsiktig spenning.En: They left the trail, filled with cautious excitement.No: Snøen knirket under støvlene deres, og pusten deres laget små skyer i den kalde luften.En: The snow creaked under their boots, and their breath formed small clouds in the cold air.No: Etter en stund fant de det de lette etter. Spor!En: After a while, they found what they were looking for. Tracks!No: Plutselig, ikke langt unna, så de en isbjørn.En: Suddenly, not far away, they saw a polar bear.No: Den beveget seg rolig over isen.En: It moved calmly across the ice.No: De sto helt stille, søkte dekning og betraktet.En: They stood completely still, sought cover, and watched.No: Hjertet til Lars slo hardt av entusiasme og frykt.En: Lars' heart pounded with excitement and fear.No: Da isbjørnen forsvant bak en ås, skjønte de at de var kommet lengre bort fra gruppen enn planlagt.En: When the polar bear disappeared behind a hill, they realized they had come further away from the group than planned.No: Eva sa: «Vi må tilbake nå.»En: Eva said, “We have to go back now.”No: De snudde tilbake og beveget seg raskt.En: They turned back and moved quickly.No: Da de kom tilbake til klassen, slo hjertene deres fortsatt hardt.En: When they returned to the class, their hearts were still pounding.No: Ingen hadde merket at de var borte.En: No one had noticed they were gone.No: På bussen tilbake, snakket Lars stille med Ingrid og Eva.En: On the bus back, Lars spoke quietly with Ingrid and Eva.No: «Det var utrolig,» sa han, «men jeg skjønner nå hvor viktig det er å følge reglene.En: “That was incredible,” he said, “but I understand now how important it is to follow the rules.No: Jeg vil aldri glemme dette.»En: I will never forget this.”No: De tre vennene visste at de hadde delt noe spesielt.En: The three friends knew they had shared something special.No: Lars hadde ikke bare sett en isbjørn.En: Lars had not only seen a polar bear.No: Han hadde også lært å respektere naturens grenser og betydningen av å dele eventyr med venner.En: He had also learned to respect nature's boundaries and the importance of sharing adventures with friends.No: Øynene hans glitret av et nytt perspektiv.En: His eyes glittered with a new perspective. Vocabulary Words:magical: magisketernal: evigetwilight: skumringenice floes: isflakbackdrop: bakgrunnexcursion: ekskursjonecosystems: økosystemerstrict: strengefascination: fascinasjonconvince: overbevisedetour: avstikkerfrowned: rynket pannencautious: forsiktigcreaked: knirketclouds: skyertracks: sporsought: søktecover: dekningdisappeared: forsvantrealized: skjønteperspective: perspektivglittering: glitretlandscapes: landskapfragile: skjøreimpress: imponereadventures: eventyrpounding: slowilderness: ødemarkenboundaries: grenserexplore: utforske

Nashville has a long history of celebrating the holidays with musical performances.Nashville has a long history of celebrating the holidays with musical performances. Belmont's Christmas Eve concert played on their tower's 42-bell carillon dates back to 1929. Amy and Vince have been gracing the Ryman Stage since 2008. Today we feature holiday music traditions that exist beyond the mainstream, in pockets throughout the city. A Longest Night Solstice Eve gathering and Moon Requiem at St. Augustine's. A sampler of holiday songs released by indie label yk Records. And a holiday shopping anthem by local Post-punk/power-pop legends, Tower Defense.Guests Michael Eades, Owner, YK Records Jereme Frey | Drummer, Tower Defense Mike Shepherd | Guitar, Tower Defense Rev. Scott Owings | Associate Chaplain and Pastoral Leadership, St. Augustine's Christopher Roberts

Calida Stuart-Menteath on the prefab home builder Nook going under and continued trouble at the Financial Markets Authority - with chair Craig Stobo now being investigated.

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Stuck on the Sled: A Wild Ride in Lillehammer's Legacy Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-11-24-08-38-20-no Story Transcript:No: Lillehammer var kjent for sin olympiske arv og lå midt i dramatiske høstfarger.En: Lillehammer was known for its Olympic legacy and lay amidst dramatic autumn colors.No: På denne særegne dagen sto det smale sporet til bobbanen stille mellom åser og skog.En: On this distinctive day, the narrow track of the bobsled run stood silent among hills and woods.No: Det opplevde en ro hele dagen, som om det hvilte fra gamle konkurransens ekko.En: It experienced a calm all day, as if it was resting from the echoes of past competitions.No: Siv og Lars, to venner med ulike ønsker, kom til Lillehammer med en gruppe venner på ferie.En: Siv and Lars, two friends with different desires, came to Lillehammer with a group of friends on vacation.No: Siv, alltid klar for et eventyr, hadde hele tiden hatt lyst til å prøve bobbanen.En: Siv, always ready for an adventure, had long wanted to try the bobsled run.No: Lars, derimot, så frem til en rolig ferie og syntes Siv sitt ønske var litt for farlig.En: Lars, on the other hand, looked forward to a peaceful vacation and thought Siv's wish was a bit too dangerous.No: Men som alltid kunne Siv overtale ham til nesten alt.En: But as always, Siv could persuade him to almost anything.No: "Kom igjen, Lars," sa Siv og grep ham i armen.En: "Come on, Lars," said Siv, grabbing his arm.No: "Vi kan bare kikke litt på banen."En: "We can just take a look at the track."No: Lars ristet på hodet, men fulgte motvillig med Siv ned til banen.En: Lars shook his head but reluctantly followed Siv down to the track.No: De kjente spenningen i luften, og Siv kunne ikke motstå fristelsen til å nærme seg en bob som sto parkert ved enden av banen.En: They felt the tension in the air, and Siv couldn't resist the temptation to approach a bobsled parked at the end of the track.No: Skrittene slo ekko mot begynnende skumring.En: Their steps echoed as dusk began to fall.No: "Skal vi bare sitte oppi for moro skyld?" foreslo Siv og sprang mot bobsleden.En: "Shall we just sit in it for fun?" suggested Siv, running towards the bobsled.No: Lars ble stående, nølende, men til slutt nikket han.En: Lars stood hesitantly, but eventually nodded.No: "Ok, men bare i ett minutt."En: "Okay, but just for one minute."No: De satte seg forsiktig oppi.En: They carefully sat inside.No: Det hele skulle bare være en morsom øyeblikk.En: It was supposed to be just a fun moment.No: Men i et øyeblikks uoppmerksomhet, smekket døren på sleden igjen, og lyden av låsen gikk i lås.En: But in a moment of inattention, the sled's door slammed shut, and the sound of the lock engaged.No: Sola var nesten borte, og banen begynte å tømme seg for folk.En: The sun was almost gone, and the track began to empty of people.No: Siv lo først, men så innså hun at de faktisk satt fast.En: Siv laughed at first, but then realized they were actually stuck.No: "Lars! Hva skal vi gjøre?" spurte hun, med et hint av nervøsitet.En: "Lars! What are we going to do?" she asked, with a hint of nervousness.No: Lars, nå veldig fokusert, begynte å tenke.En: Lars, now very focused, began to think.No: "Vi må få noen til å høre oss før banen stenger helt."En: "We need to get someone to hear us before the track closes completely."No: De ropte, men ingen svarte.En: They shouted, but no one answered.No: Imens kjempet Lars med låsen, men til ingen nytte.En: Meanwhile, Lars struggled with the lock, but to no avail.No: Kulden fra metallvegger begynte å snike seg inn.En: The cold from the metal walls began to creep in.No: Tiden gikk, og frustrasjonen vokste.En: Time passed, and frustration grew.No: Plutselig hørte de skritt.En: Suddenly, they heard footsteps.No: Det var en vaktmester som arbeidet sent.En: It was a custodian working late.No: Før de rakk å rope, lente Siv seg mot en knapp.En: Before they could shout, Siv leaned against a button.No: Uten å innse det, slo hun på startmekanismen.En: Without realizing it, she activated the start mechanism.No: Sleden begynte å gli.En: The sled began to slide.No: "Ikke panikk!" ropte Lars, men samtidig følte han en kriblende spenning.En: "Don't panic!" shouted Lars, but at the same time, he felt a tingling excitement.No: De suste nedover banen, mens kvelden omsluttet dem.En: They raced down the track, while the evening enveloped them.No: Vinden ruslet forbi, og både frykt og latter fylte sledens rom.En: The wind rushed past, and both fear and laughter filled the sled's space.No: Til slutt stanset sleden trygt ved banens slutt.En: Finally, the sled stopped safely at the end of the track.No: Vaktene sto der med forbausede øyne.En: The guards stood there with astonished eyes.No: Unnskyldende smilte Siv og Lars.En: Apologetically, Siv and Lars smiled.No: "Vi beklager virkelig," sa Siv.En: "We're really sorry," said Siv.No: "Det var en misforståelse."En: "It was a misunderstanding."No: Vaktmesteren lo hjertelig.En: The custodian laughed heartily.No: "Det er ikke hver dag vi får slike gjester," sa han og åpnet døren.En: "It's not every day we get guests like this," he said, opening the door.No: På veien tilbake, mens de gikk gjennom høstløvet, lo Siv og Lars av det hele.En: On the way back, as they walked through the autumn leaves, Siv and Lars laughed about the whole thing.No: Lars innrømmet at selv om han hadde vært nervøs, var spenningen noe han aldri ville glemme.En: Lars admitted that even though he had been nervous, the excitement was something he would never forget.No: "Nå ser jeg hvorfor du liker eventyr, Siv," sa Lars.En: "Now I see why you like adventures, Siv," said Lars.No: "Men kanskje vi skal være litt mer forsiktige neste gang."En: "But maybe we should be a little more careful next time."No: Siv smilte, takknemlig for Lars' åpne sinn.En: Siv smiled, grateful for Lars' open mind.No: "Og jeg skal huske å sjekke dørene neste gang."En: "And I'll remember to check the doors next time."No: Med en god historie og en ny forståelse vendte de tilbake til hytta.En: With a good story and a new understanding, they returned to the cabin.No: Høsten i Lillehammer hadde gitt mer enn vakre farger; den hadde gitt dem minner for livet.En: Autumn in Lillehammer had given more than beautiful colors; it had given them memories for a lifetime. 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Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Autumn Lessons: A Jog, A Sprain, and A Bond in Oslo Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-11-11-08-38-20-no Story Transcript:No: Under den klare, skarpe høstluften av Frogner Park, var trærne kledd i gylne og røde blader.En: Under the clear, crisp autumn air of Frogner Park, the trees were dressed in golden and red leaves.No: Stiene var dekket av et teppe av visne blader, og solen kastet lange skygger over parken.En: The paths were covered with a carpet of fallen leaves, and the sun cast long shadows over the park.No: Det var en perfekt dag for en joggetur, bortsett fra én ting.En: It was a perfect day for a jog, except for one thing.No: Sindre, en ung mann med sterk vilje, kjente smerten i ankelen.En: Sindre, a young man with strong will, felt the pain in his ankle.No: Han hadde forstuet den for noen dager siden, men lysten til å jogge var sterk.En: He had sprained it a few days ago, but the urge to jog was strong.No: Ved siden av ham stod Ingrid, hans støttende venn, og Ola, deres felles venn som alltid fikk dem til å le.En: Beside him stood Ingrid, his supportive friend, and Ola, their mutual friend who always made them laugh.No: Ingrid hadde en alvorlig mine.En: Ingrid had a serious look on her face.No: "Sindre, du må ikke løpe i dag. Hælen din trenger hvile," sa Ingrid med bekymrede øyne.En: "Sindre, you must not run today. Your heel needs rest," said Ingrid with worried eyes.No: "Jeg klarer det. Bare en lett jogg," svarte Sindre, bestemt på å trosse smerten.En: "I can manage it. Just a light jog," replied Sindre, determined to defy the pain.No: Ola lo lett.En: Ola chuckled lightly.No: "Vet du, noen ganger er det best å lytte til kroppen din. Du vil vel ikke ende opp med krykker?" Ingrid nikket enig.En: "You know, sometimes it's best to listen to your body. You don't want to end up on crutches, do you?" Ingrid nodded in agreement.No: Men Sindre, sta som han var, satte i gang.En: But Sindre, stubborn as he was, set off.No: Han startet forsiktig, résume til å holde seg på de flate stiene.En: He started carefully, aiming to stay on the flat paths.No: Etter noen minutter begynte smerten å skyte opp i benet.En: After a few minutes, the pain began to shoot up his leg.No: Med hvert steg vokste den, men han ville ikke gi opp ennå.En: With each step, it grew, but he didn't want to give up just yet.No: Men da han tok en sving og en skarp smerte gikk gjennom ankelen, snublet Sindre nesten.En: But when he took a turn and a sharp pain shot through his ankle, Sindre almost stumbled.No: Han grep en parkbenk for å støtte seg.En: He grabbed a park bench for support.No: "Sindre!" ropte Ingrid og løp bort til ham.En: "Sindre!" shouted Ingrid and ran over to him.No: Ola fulgte etter, med en mer alvorlig mine enn vanlig.En: Ola followed, with a more serious expression than usual.No: Sindre pustet ut og så på vennene sine.En: Sindre exhaled and looked at his friends.No: "OK, dere har rett. Dette var dumt av meg. Jeg trenger å hvile."En: "Okay, you guys were right. This was silly of me. I need to rest."No: "Endelig," sa Ingrid og smilte mens hun hjalp ham til å sette seg på benken.En: "Finally," said Ingrid and smiled as she helped him to sit on the bench.No: "Vi kan sitte her en stund. Se på folk. Prate."En: "We can sit here for a while. Watch people. Chat."No: Ola slo seg ned ved siden av dem.En: Ola settled down next to them.No: "Jeg tar med kanelboller neste gang, da blir hvilen enda bedre."En: "I'll bring cinnamon buns next time, then the rest will be even better."No: Sindre smilte svakt og lente seg tilbake.En: Sindre smiled faintly and leaned back.No: "Jeg lærte noe i dag. Jeg trenger å lytte til kroppen min. Ingen høstløp er verdt en skade."En: "I learned something today. I need to listen to my body. No autumn run is worth an injury."No: Så satt de der, lyttet til lydene av parken og delte latter mens solen sakte begynte å gå ned over Oslo.En: So they sat there, listened to the sounds of the park, and shared laughter as the sun slowly began to set over Oslo.No: Sindre, Ingrid, og Ola visste at dagen hadde gitt dem mer enn bare en vanlig joggetur; den hadde gitt dem en leksjon i vennskap og fornuft.En: Sindre, Ingrid, and Ola knew that the day had given them more than just an ordinary jog; it had given them a lesson in friendship and wisdom.No: Og det var en viktig lærdom.En: And that was an important lesson. Vocabulary Words:crisp: skarpeankle: ankelensupportive: støttendedetermined: bestemtdefy: trossechuckled: lo lettstubborn: stastumbled: snubletexhaled: pustet utbench: benkfaintly: svaktinjury: skadewisdom: fornuftmutual: fellescarpet: teppesprained: forstuetheels: hælencrutches: krykkeraiming: résumegrabbed: grepchat: pratecinnamon: kanelleans: lente segordinary: vanliglesson: leksjonautumn: høstshadows: skyggersmiled: smilteserious: alvorliglisten: lytte

This guided mediation is a part of WONDER YEAR, a year-long exploration in building and sustaining our creative practice.We'll be moving through it together in real-time on the NOOK with live creative challenges, weekly reflections, journaling prompts, and more.Here on SEAMSIDE, I'll be sharing a new guided meditation each week for the next three months—thirteen in all.My hope is that each one keeps you good company on your creative journey.…Many makers carry a quiet voice that says "I'm not good enough." This meditation helps you remember your inherent creative worthiness—not something earned through skill or output, but something that exists simply because you choose to show up. We'll reconnect with moments when creating felt natural, anchor belonging in your body, and recognize that your particular way of seeing matters.REFLECTION QUESTION → Which moments of natural creative joy surfaced, and what do they reveal? AFFIRMATION → I belong here / My hands know what to doWANT TO LEARN MORE? → Join us live for the full WONDER YEAR program in 2026 for a communal journey with monthly reflections, live gatherings, workshops, and ongoing support to help you build a sustainable, deeply personal creative practice. We'd love to have you

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Episode Title: Rain Sounds for Sleeping: Cozy Reading NookDescription: Sink into a warm, cozy reading nook and let gentle rain sounds carry you into restful sleep. In this episode we blend soft rainfall with quiet page-turns and subtle ambient textures to create a soothing soundscape tailored for bedtime. Whether you're winding down after a long day, creating a calm backdrop for reading, or trying a sleep aid that doesn't rely on guided narration, this episode offers a peaceful audio environment designed to relax the mind and slow your breathing.Suggestions for use:Play on low volume as you read, meditate, or drift off.Use a sleep timer so the sound fades out after you fall asleep.Pair with deep-breathing or progressive muscle relaxation for deeper rest.Take a few moments tonight to pamper yourself with a calm ritual—your body and mind will thank you.Join us next time as we bring more tranquil soundscapes and simple practices to help you stay calm and relaxed.=======DISCLAIMER

This week Giles and Esther record the pod in front of a live audience at the Cheltenham Literary festival.Giles regales the crowd with tales of his prostate cancer diagnosis, taps up an off-duty doctor for some opinions and wonders what would get Jane Austin cancelled.Esther demonstrates her grasps of veganism, her unwillingness to read out loud and knows what would get her cancelled.Special thanks to ‘The Nook on Five' for hosting us. And as always please do get in touch: noidea@thetimes.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ready to tackle the ultimate Disney adventure? Join travel advisors Ryan and Julie as they break down everything you need to know about the Disney Four Park Challenge - visiting all four Walt Disney World theme parks (Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom) in a single day.Four Park Challenge Basics:Standard rules: Visit each park, ride one attraction, enjoy a snack, and take a photoAdvanced options: Add character meet-and-greets or shows for an extra challengeWhy this challenge is best for experienced Disney visitors, not first-timersCritical Planning Factors:Transportation strategies between parks (bus, monorail, Skyliner, boat, or rideshare)Managing wait times and choosing efficient attractionsUtilizing early park entry and understanding park hoursDeciding whether to purchase Lightning Lane passesAvoiding rides with long pre-shows or frequent breakdownsRyan's Four Park Strategy: Starting at Magic Kingdom (Port Orleans French Quarter resort), he hits Peter Pan's Flight, grabs breakfast at Friar's Nook, then monorails to EPCOT for Finding Nemo and a French bakery treat. Next, he boats to Hollywood Studios for Indiana Jones Stunt Spectacular and a Ronto Wrap, takes the Skyliner to Riviera Resort for a coffee break, then rideshares to Animal Kingdom for Kilimanjaro Safari and celebration drinks at Nomad Lounge.Julie's Family-Friendly Approach: Starting from a Magic Kingdom resort (Polynesian), she begins at Animal Kingdom earliest opening with Navi River Journey, takes in the Winged Encounters show, buses to Hollywood Studios for Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway and an Olaf meet-and-greet, Skyliners to EPCOT for lunch and character photos, then monorails to Magic Kingdom for It's a Small World, parade viewing, and finishes with the unique Kernel Kitchen popcorn sundae.Pro Tips:Budget approximately 8 hours for the complete challengeStay at resorts with convenient transportation optionsUse mobile ordering to save timeChoose attractions near park entrances for efficiencyConsider ending at the park with latest closing timeFactor in special events that may affect park hoursNext Episode Preview: Top Alaska Cruise Shore ExcursionsWonder and Beyond Travel specializes in creating magical Disney vacations and stress-free travel experiences.Support the showLove the podcast? Help us continue to create great travel content by supporting the show. You can do that here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1197029/supporters/new Ready to plan your vacation? Most families are confused and overwhelmed when planning a vacation. We work with you to plan a trip perfect for your family. Saving you time, money, and stress! Visit our website www.allthingstravelpodcast.com and click on "Plan Your Next Vacation" Join the travel conversations and the fun in our Facebook Page and Instagram Page! Please share the show with your travel buddies!! Click this link and share the show! Never miss an episode and help us take you to the top with us by following and leaving a 5-Star review on your favorite podcasting app!

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This week on It's Happening: Snooki and Joey chat about their upcoming live show, the effects of global warming, and their love of fall vibes and 90s fashion. They dive into AI tools like ChatGPT, spill Dancing with the Stars gossip, and answer listener questions. Wanna join the party? Text or leave a voicemail for your favorite messy mawmas at (646) 580-5251 and you might just get featured next week! Subscribe and Watch on YouTube This episode is sponsored by: Willie's Remedy - Promo code: SNOOKI Connect with It's Happening: Instagram | TikTok | Snooki and Joey on Cameo

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