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Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Chasing Northern Lights: Bonds Beyond the Lens Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-09-28-07-38-19-no Story Transcript:No: Lofoten-øyene lå badet i høstens kalde lys, med fjell som steg dramatisk opp fra havet.En: The Lofoten Islands lay bathed in the cold light of autumn, with mountains rising dramatically from the sea.No: I denne magiske landskapet gikk Oskar og Annika sammen med Eirik og resten av gruppen for å oppleve nordlyset.En: In this magical landscape, Oskar, Annika, Eirik, and the rest of the group walked together to experience the northern lights.No: Oskar hadde med seg sitt kamera i håp om å fange et bilde som kunne gi ham ny inspirasjon.En: Oskar had brought his camera, hoping to capture a photograph that could inspire him anew.No: Han hadde lenge følt seg motløs, og presset om å levere perfekte bilder plagde ham.En: For a long time, he had felt discouraged, and the pressure to deliver perfect shots troubled him.No: Annika derimot, gikk med mobilen klar for å ta bilder til bloggen sin.En: Annika, on the other hand, had her phone ready to take pictures for her blog.No: Hun elsket å reise og dele opplevelsene med følgerne sine.En: She loved traveling and sharing her experiences with her followers.No: Men, dypt inne, ønsket hun å finne noen å dele øyeblikkene med uten å måtte dokumentere alt.En: But deep inside, she wanted to find someone to share moments with without having to document everything.No: Eirik, alltid full av historier, holdt gruppens ånd høy med sine morsomme anekdoter.En: Eirik, always full of stories, kept the group's spirits high with his funny anecdotes.No: Men i kveld ønsket de alle å være stille.En: But tonight, they all wanted to be silent.No: De visste at nordlyset krevde tålmodighet.En: They knew that the northern lights required patience.No: Da kvelden nærmet seg, bestemte Annika seg for å dra til et mer avsidesliggende sted for å få den beste utsikten.En: As the evening approached, Annika decided to head to a more secluded spot for the best view.No: Oskar så en mulighet til å bryte ut av rutinen sin og spurte om han kunne bli med.En: Oskar saw an opportunity to break out of his routine and asked if he could join.No: Annika smilte og nikket.En: Annika smiled and nodded.No: De gikk i stillhet mot fjellkanten, hvor verden føltes roligere og større.En: They walked in silence towards the mountain's edge, where the world felt calmer and larger.No: Oskar satte seg ned og gjorde klar kameraet.En: Oskar sat down and prepared his camera.No: Annika sto ved siden av ham, og la mobilt bort.En: Annika stood beside him, putting her phone away.No: Hun ville virkelig oppleve dette øyeblikket.En: She truly wanted to experience this moment.No: Plutselig begynte nordlyset å danse over himmelen.En: Suddenly, the northern lights began to dance across the sky.No: Grønne og lilla bølger svevde over dem.En: Green and purple waves hovered above them.No: Oskar løftet kameraet, men stoppet opp.En: Oskar lifted his camera but paused.No: Han pustet dypt og så mot himmelen, og i det øyeblikket fikk han klarhet.En: He took a deep breath and looked toward the sky, and in that moment, he gained clarity.No: Annika ble også oppslukt av magien, men i stedet for å ta bilder, grep hun Oskars hånd.En: Annika was also enveloped by the magic, but instead of taking pictures, she grabbed Oskar's hand.No: Et stille bånd formet seg mellom dem, langt vekk fra blits og likes.En: A silent bond formed between them, far away from flashes and likes.No: Da lysshowet tok slutt, ventet en følelse av ro.En: When the light show ended, a feeling of calm awaited.No: Oskar var fylt med en ny glød for fotograferingen sin.En: Oskar was filled with a newfound passion for his photography.No: Han innså at det handlet om å fange følelser, ikke bare perfekte bilder.En: He realized it was about capturing emotions, not just perfect pictures.No: Annika bestemte seg for at hennes neste innlegg skulle handle om ekte opplevelser og forbindelser.En: Annika decided that her next post would be about genuine experiences and connections.No: De gikk tilbake til gruppen.En: They returned to the group.No: Eirik møtte dem med et lurt blikk, som om han visste noe spesielt hadde skjedd.En: Eirik met them with a knowing look, as if he sensed something special had happened.No: Oskar og Annika smilte til hverandre, vel vitende om at de hadde tatt del i noe ekstraordinært.En: Oskar and Annika smiled at each other, well aware that they had shared in something extraordinary.No: Livet i Lofoten viste dem det vakreste lyset, både på himmelen og inne i dem selv.En: Life in Lofoten had shown them the most beautiful light, both in the sky and within themselves.No: Det var en ny begynnelse, i lyset av nordlyset.En: It was a new beginning, in the light of the northern lights. 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Why can your phone camera see Northern Lights when your eyes can't? Also, is getting pooped on by a bird good luck? We talk about Caleb Williams, dating rules, and lots more!
This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. For nearly a decade, Walker Wellness Retreats has offered all-inclusive wellness and adventure retreats in destinations across the U.S. and around the world. Owner and Founder, Amy Walker, joins us with more. Amy Walker: I absolutely love to travel, but I know how overwhelming it can be to plan the perfect trip. Between figuring out where to stay, what to do, how to get around and how to make the most of your time can quickly become a lot of work. That's why I created Walker Wellness Retreats. We handle the details so you can just focus on enjoying the experience. Here in the U.S., our all-inclusive wellness retreats combine beautiful hiking, daily yoga, chef-prepared meals, comfortable accommodations and time for you to recharge. Internationally, I lead small-group adventures to incredible destinations, from African safaris and Northern Lights to sailing adventures, total solar eclipses and unforgettable European getaways. We plan everything from the hotels and transportation to private guides and excursions. One of my favorite parts is watching our guests arrive as strangers and leave with new friendships and incredible memories. Life is short. Travel well. Visit WalkerWellnessRetreats.com, and let us take care of the rest. Derek Miller: Walker Wellness Retreats offers a unique approach to experiencing new destinations. Their thoughtful retreats create meaningful experiences that help guests prioritize well-being, build connections and return home feeling refreshed and inspired. I'm Derek Miller, with the Salt Lake Chamber, Speaking on Business. Originally aired: 9/18/26
Join Mark and Pili as they debrief a recent photo tour of Nunavik, Canada, with wildlife expert and photographer Mark Norman. You are bound to gain a new appreciation for the vast, untouched world of the far north and the herds of musk oxen that thrive in the harsh environment. Discover the stories behind stunning images of rutting musk oxen, the northern lights, and Arctic landscapes.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Arctic Photography Trip00:04 Journey to Nunavik and Camp Setup00:33 Wildlife Management and Photography Background01:02 Arrival and First Impressions of the Camp01:31 Photographic Gear and Kit Selection01:56 Northern Lights and Night Photography02:14 Wildlife Behavior and Action Moments02:15 Muskox Herds and Rutting Behavior02:17 Environmental and Cultural Insights of Nunavik02:45 Reflections and Lessons from the TripLinksPictureline: https://www.pictureline.comCanon USA: https://www.usa.canon.comTour Website: https://www.markraycroft.com/p/musk-ox-photo-toursInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/marklnormanThanks for tuning in to the Beyond the Wild Podcast. Don't forget to subscribe to stay notified about upcoming episodes for your listening and viewing pleasure! Beyond the Wild Podcast is sponsored by Pictureline.com and Canon USA.
INTRO (00:00): Kathleen opens the show drinking an Austin Lager from Twisted X Brewing Company in Dripping Springs, TX. She reviews her weekend in San Antonio and Austin, visiting the Alamo and having Mexican margatinis at Matt's El Rancho. TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Flying Cats & Marching Armadillos Tour.” TASTING MENU (1:12): Kathleen samples Herr's Jalapeno Popper Cheese Curls, Cheez-It Chili Dog Crackers, and Cheetos Cheddar Smartfood popcorn. QUEEN NEWS (44:19): Kathleen shares news that Nashville's BNA Airport is being renamed after Dolly Parton,Dolly's SongTeller Hotel is opening September 29th in Nashville, and Taylor Swift participated in an Emmy sketch with Mariska Hargitay. HOLLYWOOD HAPPENINGS (29:57): HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood. UPDATE (57:34): Kathleen updates on Elon's underground Music City Loop in Nashville, Harry and Meghan have issues with their children's new UK school, FABULOUS LIVING BY AMY (1:12:17): Kathleen and her sister-in-law Amy talk about wardrobe capsules and how to build your capsule. HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (1:30:47): Kathleen reports on the birth of a Przewalski horse for the first time in 200 years in Kazakhstan. SPORTS NEWS (48:12): Kathleen reads about the Buffalo Bills including the Canadian national anthem to acknowledge Canadian fans before the home opener at the new Highmark Stadium. NEWS (1:33:28): Kathleen reports that Barry Manilow has released new 2027 Vegas residency dates, the Alamo has an official cat named Bella, Oprah is set to headline the Vegas Sphere with her show “Aha,” Norway has unveiled a new Northern Lights train tour, Celine Dion begins her Paris run of shows, Apple unveils their new foldable iPhone Duo,leading AI creators are warning the need for safeguards, 4 Renoir paintings are stolen in France, and polka dot artist Yayoi Kusama dies in Tokyo. SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK (2:03:51): The Spanish phrase to learn this week is “qué deportes te gustan” or “what sports do you like?” in English. PATRON SAINT OF THE WEEK (2:06:21): Kathleen reads about Saint Januarius, patron saint of blood banks and blood donors.
La plus grande installation industrielle de captage de CO₂ d'Europe vient d'ouvrir aux Pays-Bas. Elle pourra capturer en un an ce que le monde émet en seulement onze minutes. Ce contraste spectaculaire dit presque tout du potentiel, mais aussi des limites, de cette technologie. Le site appartient au producteur d'engrais Yara, à Sluiskil. Depuis le 7 septembre, son usine de production d'ammoniac dispose d'une installation capable de capter et liquéfier jusqu'à 800 000 tonnes de CO₂ par an.Ce carbone ne sera pas réutilisé. Il sera chargé sur des navires, envoyé en Norvège puis injecté par Northern Lights dans une formation géologique située environ 2,6 kilomètres sous le fond de la mer du Nord. Sur quinze ans, Yara prévoit ainsi de stocker environ 12 millions de tonnes. Attention cependant au vocabulaire : il ne s'agit pas d'aspirer du CO₂ déjà présent dans l'atmosphère. Le système intercepte des émissions industrielles avant qu'elles y soient rejetées.Et l'ordre de grandeur est brutal. Les émissions mondiales issues des énergies fossiles ont atteint environ 38,1 milliards de tonnes en 2025. À ce rythme, 800 000 tonnes sont effectivement émises en un peu plus de onze minutes. Il faudrait théoriquement près de 48 000 installations de cette capacité pour équivaloir aux émissions fossiles mondiales d'une seule année. Alors, à quoi bon ? Parce que le captage n'est pas censé résoudre seul le changement climatique. Son intérêt est surtout dans les industries difficiles à décarboner, notamment la chimie, le ciment ou certains procédés produisant directement du CO₂. L'Agence internationale de l'énergie considère d'ailleurs le captage comme l'un des outils possibles, aux côtés de l'électrification, de l'efficacité énergétique ou de l'hydrogène.Sluiskil apporte également quelque chose de très concret : une chaîne transfrontalière complète, de la capture aux Pays-Bas jusqu'au stockage sous la mer en Norvège. Le chiffre des onze minutes n'invalide donc pas le projet. Il rappelle plutôt son véritable rôle. Le captage du carbone peut traiter une partie des émissions industrielles les plus difficiles à supprimer ; il ne transforme pas une technologie complémentaire en raccourci permettant d'éviter la baisse massive des émissions mondiales. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.
Alles steht im Lichte des Northern Lights Ultra Appetizer 500 Road. Marci ist in weniger als 21 Stunden 500 Kilometer gefahren und wir sprechen natürlich darüber, weil es so eine geile Leistung ist! Ihr erfahrt, was außer einem Platten noch passieren kann - und das war definitiv krasser als ein Platten!Wo wir bei Sport sind: uns ist wichtig, dass wir nicht normal sind! Wir möchten das einmal klarstellen, dass Menschen, die nicht 500km in 24 Stunden auf dem Rad sitzen oder nicht 5 mal in der Woche im Gym stehen oder am Wochenende nicht mal kurz einen Halbmarathon laufen, normal sind und sich bitte nicht schlecht fühlen, nur weil hier zwei Typen im Sportfokus ständig darüber sprechen!Aber es geht auch um echte Medizin, es geht um die Maligne Hyperthermie. Wir sprechen wieder einmal über den richtigen Proteinanteil der Ernährung. Und warum man Bierflaschen nicht mit den Zähnen öffnen sollte!Timos Song bei Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/intl-de/album/05V3lQXxyXEO7KBD7Bmh1i?si=xy5ml_7oRNucYhJYlVCvSwWenn ihr Teil unseres Podcasts sein wollt: schreibt eine Email an info@mtma.tv und erzählt uns eure Geschichte, stellt medizinische Fragen, verteilt Lob und oder auch Kritik! Wir freuen uns auf euch! Hier geht es zur Community-Playlist bei Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1KZZslxsXeithkNgG4iiPZ?si=30c56287204846eaAn dieser Stelle noch einmal ein fetter Dank an unsere Patreonunterstützer:Bene, Stephi, Sibylle, Fabian, Kirsten, Christian, Lisa-Marie, Johannes, Nele, Franziska, Jule, Katrin, Alessa, Nina, Hendrik, Luke, Doro und Alwine!
Peter war beim Northern Light(s) Road Ultra Appetizer 500 am Start, der Erstaustragung eines 500-Kilometer-Rennens von Kaltenkirchen an die Ostsee, weiter an die Nordsee und zurück, mit knapp 2.000 Höhenmetern. Bei Kilometer 100 fing eine Pannenserie an, die ihn den Rest des Rennens begleitet hat: vier Platten, ein Schlauchautomat, der neun Euro in Münzen behalten hat, und am Ende eine Reparatur mit Isolierband, mit der er die restlichen 400 Kilometer gefahren ist. Wir sprechen über Reifendruck als Dauerthema, über Verpflegung mit 80 bis 100 Gramm Kohlenhydraten pro Stunde und darüber, warum flache 16 Stunden auf Druck härter sind als ein Rennen mit 7.500 Höhenmetern. Zum Schluss geht es um die Spätsaison mit Istraland und Marseille–Napoli im Pärchen-Format sowie um Peters Gedanken Richtung Mountainbike.
Gunnar Christensen might not have the fastest boat in the Golden Globe Race 2026 fleet, but he has the skill set and mentality to keep it all together in this 7-8 month-long solo race around the world. We talked to the experienced sailor just before the start on September 6th. Here you can listen to the first podcast with Gunnar: GGR adventure of a lifetime. You can follow the Golden Globe Race 2026 and Gunnar Christensen's race pages. We have just released our Arctic Sailing Program, and it starts in mid-October with sailing with Whales and Northern Lights above 70 degrees North. Come join us for an experience you will never forget. I have just released the book The art of hanging by the hook - practical advice on how to anchor. Kindle or print. Your decision. Just buy it and learn how to sleep safely at anchor in wild places. If you are interested in High Latitude Sailing, I have written a book by the same title together with Bob Shepton. You can buy High Latitude Sailing on Amazon. I am also holding a High Latitude Sailing Course in 2026. Keen on sailing the Norwegian coast? You should be. Read Sail the Norwegian Coast: How and Why you should sail the most beautiful coast in the world – Kindle edition.
Disney Channel has made over 100 Original Movies — Halloweentown, High School Musical, Descendants. But there's one they pretend never happened. The very first one. Northern Lights premiered on August 23rd, 1997. It stars Academy Award winner Diane Keaton. It was executive produced by Meg Ryan. And Disney wants you to forget it exists. It's not on Disney+. It's not on YouTube. It's practically lost media. So I had to find out why. I tracked down a pop culture historian who'd actually seen it. I dug through the Disney Encyclopedia. I cross-referenced old TV schedules. I found a VHS tape from 1997. And what I discovered is a story about branding, rebranding, and how a channel accidentally created its first DCOM before it even knew what a DCOM was. Check Out Allison McClain Merrill: https://www.instagram.com/pastfootforward/ https://www.allisonmcclainmerrill.com/ And Here is her review of Northern Lights:https://pastfootforward.com/2022/08/26/northern-lights-1997/ Subscribe for more Disney connections:https://www.youtube.com/@SynergyLovesCompany?sub_confirmation=1 Podcast:Listen to Synergy Loves Company → https://synergylovescompany.com/https://synergylovescompany.com Support the Show:Shop official Synergy Loves Company merch → https://shop.synergylovescompany.com/https://shop.synergylovescompany.comAffiliate Disclosure: Some links above may be affiliate links. If you click and purchase, I may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting the channel! Connect with Me:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/synergylovescompany Bluesky → https://bsky.app/profile/erichsynergy.bsky.social Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/synergylovescompany Credits / Resources:• Music licensed via Melod.ie • Synergy Loves Company is not affiliated with The Walt Disney Company or any of its subsidiaries. This podcast is powered by Pinecast.
Want to escape the crowd? Support the locals? Travel better? Join us as we count down the 10 best destinations to visit in 2027, according to Intrepid Travel, where you can support local communities and have extraordinary experiences, from spotting rare wildlife in Africa to walking through tea plantations or letting the energy of the Northern Lights wash across you. Intrepid's annual Not Hot list encourages us to explore under-the-radar destinations where our tourism dollar really can benefit local communities, who are ready and prepared with infrastructure to support tourism. Also, would you trust AI to plan your holiday? Australian government advisory travel website Smartraveller has a thing or two to say about this hot topic...To read the full Not Hot list, visit intrepidtravel.com/au/not-hot-listAnd Smartraveller on AI holiday planning smartraveller.gov.au/news-and-updates/travel-planning-ai Send us Fan MailSupport the showVisit us at https://theworldawaits.au
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Welcome to Country Proud Living "Where Nurturing Spaces Empower Your Life and Everyday Feels a Little More Like Home." ✨ What if the life you're working so hard to create is already happening all around you?In this heartfelt episode of Country Proud Living, LoriLynn explores gratitude, contentment, intentional living, and learning to appreciate the ordinary moments that make up a meaningful life. After talking about fear of success and continuing to grow in Episode 123, this conversation explores the other side of personal growth: remembering to notice and appreciate what is already here.From reconnecting with longtime friends at high school reunions to childhood memories beneath the Northern Lights, quiet summer evenings with Cowboy, coffee in a favorite mug, family gathered around the kitchen counter, and the familiar people we love—LoriLynn reminds us that the moments we may someday treasure most rarely announce themselves as important while we're living them.You can be grateful and still growing. Content and still ambitious. Happy with your life and still curious about what comes next.Country Proud Living is a podcast for women who want to create nurturing homes, live with greater intention, embrace personal growth, and cultivate a life they're truly proud to live.
Sunday Septembre 6th the starting gun went of in Les Sables d'Olonne and thereby sending 16 solosailors out on a 7-9 months round the world adventure without stops. We sat down with the only female sailor in the fleet Helga Marie Løvenskiold Kveseth, also known as Mara, the day before start. Here is her tale on the adventures that lies ahead of her on the Golden Globe Race 2026. You can follow her and the other skippers live on GGR 2026 YouTube channel. We have just released our Arctic Sailing Program, and it starts in mid-October with sailing with Whales and Northern Lights above 70 degrees North. Come join us for an experience you will never forget. Keen on sailing the Norwegian coast? You should be. Read Sail the Norwegian Coast: How and Why you should sail the most beautiful coast in the world – Kindle edition. If you need information about sailing in the high latitudes check out the book I wrote with Bob Shepton: High Latitude Sailing – Self-sufficient sailing techniques for cold waters and winter seasons.
As we're focusing on the Folklore of the Skies this month, it seemed only right to start with a celestial phenomenon that becomes a lot easier to see as the nights draw in. Yes, we're looking at the northern lights, or aurora borealis. Annoyingly, I am yet to see the northern lights. The one time they were visible with the naked eye across the whole of the UK, I was in bed with a migraine. I know, I know, strange lights in the sky, with one individual unable to see them, is how Day of the Triffids starts. We will focus on folklore from Britain and Scandinavia. There are Indigenous legends, but they're not mine to tell. But if you're reading this and you're Indigenous, please feel free to share anything you feel called to share in the comments! Let's explore the aurora borealis and its folklore in this week's episode of Fabulous Folklore! Donate to the Nepal Disaster Relief Fund: https://pmdrf.nchl.com.np/ Find the images and sources used on the associated blog post: https://www.icysedgwick.com/northern-lights-in-folklore/ Watch my chat with Ùna Maria Blyth: https://youtu.be/euu7P8Be4VE Get your free guide to home protection the folklore way here: https://www.icysedgwick.com/fab-folklore/ Become a member of the Fabulous Folklore Family for bonus episodes and articles at https://patreon.com/bePatron?u=2380595 Get weekly articles and bonus content at Substack: https://fabulousfolklore.substack.com/ Buy Icy a coffee or sign up for bonus episodes at: https://ko-fi.com/icysedgwick Find the Fabulous Folklore Bookshop, Icy's social media links, and other useful bits at: https://icysedgwick.com/start-here
Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Under the Northern Lights: Friendship and Adventure in Abisko Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2026-09-04-22-34-01-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Hösten låg som en färgsprakande filt över Abisko Nationalpark.En: The autumn lay like a vibrant blanket over Abisko Nationalpark.Sv: Skogar glödde i röda och gyllene nyanser, och luften var krispig.En: Forests glowed in shades of red and gold, and the air was crisp.Sv: Tre vänner stod redo för en vandring de sent skulle glömma.En: Three friends stood ready for a hike they would not soon forget.Sv: Elias, med sin ryggsäck packad, såg mot bergen.En: Elias, with his backpack packed, looked toward the mountains.Sv: Han hade nyligen lämnat sitt gamla liv bakom sig.En: He had recently left his old life behind.Sv: Ett nytt äventyr väntade här, tillsammans med Sigrid och Nils.En: A new adventure awaited here, together with Sigrid and Nils.Sv: Sigrid, som älskade naturens skönhet, höll sitt hemliga familjeproblem för sig själv.En: Sigrid, who loved the beauty of nature, kept her secret family problem to herself.Sv: Hon hade alltid dragits till platser som Abisko, där stjärnorna dansade över himlen.En: She had always been drawn to places like Abisko, where the stars danced across the sky.Sv: Nils, deras guide, kände området väl men tvivlade ibland på sig själv.En: Nils, their guide, knew the area well but sometimes doubted himself.Sv: Trots det ledde han gruppen med säkerhet in i parkens hjärta.En: Despite that, he led the group confidently into the heart of the park.Sv: Elias ville se norrskenet.En: Elias wanted to see the northern lights.Sv: Han ville också lära känna Sigrid och Nils bättre.En: He also wanted to get to know Sigrid and Nils better.Sv: De började vandringen med glädje.En: They began the hike with joy.Sv: Elias märkte hur vädret snabbt ändrades.En: Elias noticed how quickly the weather changed.Sv: Molnen drog ihop sig och vinden började vina i björkarna.En: The clouds gathered, and the wind began to whistle through the birches.Sv: “Hoppas vi hinner se norrskenet innan stormen kommer”, sa Sigrid och drog jackan tätare omkring sig.En: "I hope we get to see the northern lights before the storm comes," said Sigrid, pulling her jacket tighter around her.Sv: Fast beslutna fortsatte de.En: Determined, they continued.Sv: Regn började strila.En: Rain began to drizzle.Sv: De kortade sina steg för att hålla sig torra.En: They shortened their steps to stay dry.Sv: Snön började falla.En: Snow began to fall.Sv: Nils stannade, såg på himlen och sa, “Vi måste hitta skydd.” Elias kände ansvaret tynga på sina axlar.En: Nils stopped, looked at the sky, and said, “We must find shelter.” Elias felt the weight of responsibility on his shoulders.Sv: Här var en chans att visa mod.En: Here was a chance to show courage.Sv: Tillsammans letade de efter en säker plats.En: Together, they searched for a safe place.Sv: Snön föll tätare när de kom till en skyddad glänta.En: The snow fell thicker as they reached a sheltered clearing.Sv: Där, tätt tillsammans, såg de upp mot himlen.En: There, close together, they looked up at the sky.Sv: Norrskenet kom.En: The northern lights came.Sv: Gröna och rosa band svepte över natten.En: Green and pink bands swept across the night.Sv: Trots stormen kände Elias en inre frid.En: Despite the storm, Elias felt an inner peace.Sv: Han insåg att äventyr betydde att ta hand om varandra, inte bara naturens skönhet.En: He realized that adventure meant taking care of each other, not just the beauty of nature.Sv: När stormen mojnade, hade gruppen blivit närmare.En: When the storm subsided, the group had grown closer.Sv: Elias log mot Sigrid och Nils.En: Elias smiled at Sigrid and Nils.Sv: Han förstod nu att äkta kopplingar skapades genom gemensamma utmaningar och triumfer.En: He now understood that true connections were created through shared challenges and triumphs.Sv: Elias kände sig plötsligt hemma i Abisko, med vänner vid sin sida, och bestämde sig för att fortsätta se framåt, med tacksamhet över de nya banden som knutits under norrskenets magi.En: Elias suddenly felt at home in Abisko, with friends by his side, and decided to keep looking forward with gratitude for the new bonds formed under the magic of the northern lights. Vocabulary Words:vibrant: färgsprakandeblanket: filtcrisp: krispigadventure: äventyrdrawn: dragitsguide: guidedoubted: tvivladeconfidently: med säkerhetinner peace: inre fridshelter: skydddetermined: fast beslutnawhistle: vinadrizzle: strilasheltered clearing: skyddad gläntaresponsibility: ansvarettriumphs: triumfersubsided: mojnadeconnections: kopplingargrateful: tacksamhetbonds: bandgathered: drog ihop sigsprawling: svepteunexpected: oväntatresolutely: beslutsamtheavily: tungtembrace: omfamnapersist: ihärdagleaming: gnistrandecertainty: visshetmajestically: majestätiskt
Have you ever wondered what changes when we stop seeing land as something we own and begin remembering it as something alive, inhabited and sacred?In this episode of The Sacred Travel Podcast, Julia sits down with writer, illustrator and folklorist Niina Mielipäivä to journey into the rarely explored world of Sámi cosmology, mythology and northern spirituality.Holding Sámi roots herself, Niina shares how reconnecting with her ancestral lineage opened a deeper exploration into the stories, sacred landscapes and animistic traditions of the North. Together, Julia and Niina explore a worldview where humans are guests of the land, spirits inhabit the landscape, lakes become gateways between worlds and sacred stones create meeting places between humans and the unseen.
In this episode of The Wild Photographer, Court sits down with fellow photographer, naturalist and expedition leader Pete Ramsden for a wide-ranging conversation about what it actually takes to make great photographs in some of the more challenging environments on the planet.They start in the rainforests of Borneo, where heat, humidity, and surprisingly low light can be challenging for both photographers and their gear. Pete shares some of the systems he has developed over years of guiding, including using silica gel and dry bags to fight moisture, acclimating cameras before heading outside, keeping lens cloths dry, and taking advantage of modern image stabilization to shoot at shutter speeds that would have seemed impossible not long ago. From there, the conversation moves north to the Arctic, with a deep dive into light painting and northern lights photography, including focusing in near-total darkness, composing around the aurora and experimenting with long exposures.Court and Pete also get into the bigger picture of photography today. What does it mean to actually be "successful" as a photographer? How important is social media? How should photographers approach editing, culling thousands of images and traveling with increasingly complicated camera kits? Pete shares his Lightroom workflow, favorite travel tricks, current Sony setup and the one piece of gear that has become an unexpected game changer in the field.Links & Resources MentionedPete RamsdenPete Ramsden's Nat Hab bio, photography and upcoming tripsNat Hab Borneo Wildlife Photo ExpeditionLight PaintingLight Painting BrushesLight Painting Brushes Starter KitsLuminosify Choobs light-painting tubesTravel & Camera Carrying GearPelican 1535 Air Carry-On CaseCotton Carrier G3 Camera HarnessPeak Design Capture Camera ClipPete's Camera GearSony Alpha 7R VSony Alpha 7 VSony FE 200–600mm f/5.6–6.3 G OSSSony FE 70–200mm f/2.8 GM OSS IISony FE 14mm f/1.8 GMSony 2x TeleconverterSigma 24–70mm f/2.8 DG DN II ArtGear Court MentionsCanon RF100–300mm f/2.8 L IS USMCourt's WebsitesCheck out my photo portfolio here: shop.courtwhelan.comSign up for my photo and conservation blog at www.courtwhelan.comFollow me on YouTube (@courtwhelan) for more photography tipsView my camera kit and recommended camera gearSponsors and Promo Codes:MPB.com - Buy, Sell, or Trade Camera GearArtStorefronts.com - Mention this podcast for free photo website designBayPhoto.com - 25% off your first order (code: TWP25) ArtHelper.com - a photo community to learn, share and be inspiredArthelper.Ai - Smart tools to promo and showcase your art.LensRentals.com - WildPhoto15 for 15% off
Our friend Bruce Soderholm has recommended this week's rerun episode: "Tears Are Not Enough" by Northern Lights (the Canadian supergroup). This one was a joy to make and also an incredible challenge to research and edit. (We are grateful to Mel Bourque for assistance in the French portions of the song.) Enjoy! Links: Superscaled Video Documentary Upscaled 40th anniversary doc A dedicated parody (tribute) version Thank you for listening! Connect with us on Instagram, Facebook, etc., or send us an email at BandFGuiltFree@gmail.com! We'd love your feedback—please rate and review on the podcast provider of your choice, and don't forget to share our podcast with your friends! We have lots of episodes - stay awhile and listen to some more ;) Our theme music is by the incredibly talented Ian McGlynn
Have you ever seen bright colors dancing across the night sky? What causes auroras, or the “Northern Lights”? Discover how God's brilliant design of Earth's atmosphere protects us from solar wind while creating a dazzling light show for us to marvel at.Here's our trail map:What Is Solar Wind?How Does Solar Wind Make the Auroras?Why Are Auroras Different Colors?How Can God Bring Beauty From Life's Storms?Download this lesson's free coloring sheet: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/what-is-the-aurora-borealis/Related Lessons to listen to next:How Hot Is the Sun? Lesson 112: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/a8b48d2c-aa2c-46d9-a224-3c34a07fc1ff/What Is Earth's Atmosphere For? https://player.captivate.fm/episode/be61b270-5a47-4fd0-ae15-d140867738aa/What Is Light? Lesson 109: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/4eb19e42-31c5-4143-8e42-a5a0eb63daed/Eryn's Books:Where Wonder Leads: An Adventure in God's Wild and Wonderful World: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/wonderMade to Marvel: 52 Family Devotions Exploring the Wild Wonders of God's Creation: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/marvelThe Nature of Rest: What the Bible and Creation Teach Us About Sabbath Living: https://www.amazon.com/Nature-Rest-Creation-Sabbath-Living/dp/0825448891Rooted in Wonder: Nurturing Your Family's Faith Through God's Creation: https://www.amazon.com/Rooted-Wonder-Nurturing-Familys-Creation/dp/0825447615936 Pennies: Discovering the Joy of Intentional Parenting: https://www.amazon.com/936-Pennies-Discovering-Intentional-Parenting/dp/0764219782Episode Links:Try CTCMath FREE and get half off: https://payments.ctcmath.com/purchase/homeschool-discount?tr_id=NPTBig Book of Earth & Sky (with chart): https://www.masterbooks.com/big-book-of-earth-sky-panelGod's Design for Heaven & Earth Set: https://www.masterbooks.com/gods-design-for-heaven-earth-set-mb-editionAstronomy books from a Biblical worldview: https://www.masterbooks.com/apologetics/astronomyBooks, curriculum, and resources by Master Books: https://www.masterbooks.com/Nat Theo Club Bonus Video: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/memberExplore Bible-based nature study with Nat Theo curriculum: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/clubFree Aurora Coloring Sheet: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/what-is-the-aurora-borealis/Ask your nature question: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/askScriptures Referenced in This Episode:“The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands.” Psalm 19:1 (NIV)“The Lord is good, giving protection in times of trouble. He knows who trusts in him.” Nahum 1:7 (NCV)“The men were amazed and said, ‘What kind of man is this? Even the wind and the waves obey him!'” Matthew 8:27 (NCV)“For in him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things have been created through him and for him. He is before all things, and in him all things hold together.” Colossians 1:16-17 (NIV)“We have small troubles for a while now, but they are helping us gain an eternal glory that is much greater than the troubles.” 2 Corinthians 4:17 (NCV) Terms Learned in This Episode:Solar Wind: A steady stream of tiny charged particles flowing out from the sun into space.Particle: A tiny piece of matter.Coronal Mass Ejection (CME): A huge burst of gas and charged particles that blasts away from the sun into space.Magnetosphere: The region around Earth where Earth's magnetic field reaches into space and helps protect our planet.Auroras: Colorful lights that glow in the sky near Earth's poles.Aurora Borealis: Auroras that happen near the north pole and can be seen from areas in the northern hemisphere.Aurora Australis: Auroras that happen near the south pole and can be seen from areas in the southern hemisphere.Aurora Ribboning: When an aurora forms long, wavy bands of light that look like glowing ribbons or curtains in the sky.This podcast episode contains paid advertisements.
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Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Chasing the Northern Lights: A Journey Beyond the Trail Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2026-08-16-22-34-01-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Erik drog en djup suck.En: Erik let out a deep sigh.Sv: Luften i Abisko National Park var frisk och klar.En: The air in Abisko National Park was fresh and clear.Sv: Han och Lina hade haft en lång dag på vandringsleden.En: He and Lina had had a long day on the hiking trail.Sv: Solen hängde lågt över horisonten, men det blev aldrig riktigt mörkt under den svenska sommaren.En: The sun hung low over the horizon, but it never really got dark during the Swedish summer.Sv: Erik älskade att vara ute i naturen, och Lina älskade att dela sina äventyr med världen.En: Erik loved being out in nature, and Lina loved sharing their adventures with the world.Sv: De hade bara en natt kvar att försöka uppleva det som Erik drömde om – att se norrskenet dansa över himlen.En: They only had one night left to try to experience what Erik dreamed of — to see the northern lights dancing across the sky.Sv: Men vädret hade svikit dem.En: But the weather had failed them.Sv: Molnen låg tunga och grå över himlen.En: Clouds were heavy and gray over the sky.Sv: Lina kliade sig lite frustrerat på kamerahusets kant.En: Lina scratched a little frustratedly at the edge of the camera's body.Sv: "Vi måste gå längre.En: "We have to go further.Sv: Vi kanske hittar en bättre plats," föreslog hon.En: Maybe we'll find a better spot," she suggested.Sv: Erik höll med.En: Erik agreed.Sv: Så de packade sina saker och gav sig av från den markerade stigen.En: So they packed their things and set off from the marked trail.Sv: De vandrade genom de täta skogarna, klättrade över små kullar och följde den klara bäcken som slingrade sig fram genom landskapet.En: They hiked through the dense forests, climbed over small hills, and followed the clear brook that wound through the landscape.Sv: Efter flera timmar nådde de en avlägsen kulle med vidsträckt utsikt.En: After several hours, they reached a remote hill with a vast view.Sv: Det var en utsökt plats.En: It was an exquisite place.Sv: Erik kände sig ett med naturen, omgiven av parkens vilda skönhet.En: Erik felt at one with nature, surrounded by the park's wild beauty.Sv: De slog sig ner och höll tummarna för att molnen skulle skingras.En: They settled down and crossed their fingers that the clouds would clear.Sv: Tiden gick långsamt.En: Time passed slowly.Sv: Plötsligt, som om himlen lyssnat till deras tysta önskan, började molnen dra sig tillbaka.En: Suddenly, as if the sky had listened to their silent wish, the clouds began to retreat.Sv: Erik stod upp, hans hjärta bultade av förväntan.En: Erik stood up, his heart pounding with anticipation.Sv: Lina lyfte sin kamera, redo att fånga ögonblicket.En: Lina raised her camera, ready to capture the moment.Sv: Himmelen sprakade till liv med färger som dansade elegant över natthimlen.En: The sky sprang to life with colors dancing elegantly across the night sky.Sv: Erik kunde inte tro sina ögon.En: Erik couldn't believe his eyes.Sv: Det kändes nästan som magi.En: It almost felt like magic.Sv: Lina knäppte bilder, men snart sänkte hon kameran och såg fascinerat upp.En: Lina took photos, but soon she lowered her camera and looked up, fascinated.Sv: Ibland överträffar verkligheten alla bilder, tänkte hon.En: Sometimes reality surpasses all images, she thought.Sv: När norrskenet slutligen bleknade, kände Erik en ny sorts glädje.En: When the northern lights finally faded, Erik felt a new kind of joy.Sv: Han blickade ut över den stilla natten och insåg att dessa spontana ögonblick gjorde resan värd.En: He gazed out over the still night and realized that these spontaneous moments made the journey worthwhile.Sv: Lina stod bredvid honom, tyst men leende.En: Lina stood beside him, silent but smiling.Sv: Hon kände att ibland räckte det med att bara vara närvarande.En: She felt that sometimes it's enough just to be present.Sv: De började sin vandring tillbaka, Erik med en djupare förståelse för naturens under, och Lina med insikten att upplevelsen ofta är vackrare än någon bild.En: They began their hike back, Erik with a deeper understanding of nature's wonders, and Lina with the insight that the experience is often more beautiful than any picture.Sv: De lämnade kullen bakom sig, men minnena av norrskenet bar de med sig för alltid.En: They left the hill behind them, but the memories of the northern lights they carried with them forever. Vocabulary Words:sigh: suckhorizon: horisonttrail: vandringsledclouds: molnenfrustratedly: frustreratsuggested: föreslogdense: tätabrook: bäckenremote: avlägsenexquisite: utsöktsurrounded: omgivenretreat: dra sig tillbakaanticipation: förväntanelegantly: elegantfascinated: fascineratreality: verklighetenspontaneous: spontanaworthwhile: värdpresent: närvarandewonders: underinsight: insiktmemories: minnennorthern lights: norrskenetcapture: fångawound: slingrade sigcrossed: slog sig nerpounding: bultadesettled: slog sig nersurpasses: överträffarjourney: resan
2026 marks 10 years since I moved to Iceland, which is honestly a little hard for me to believe. I can still remember stepping off the plane, starting work, and feeling like my brain was being bombarded with things that seemed foreign or strange. Even hearing Icelandic names like Ása, Björn, and Arnbjörn took some getting used to. https://youtu.be/AKL2qYEzEkU Fast-forward a decade and so many of those things don’t even register as unusual anymore. They’re just…life. Living in another country for this long has also made me realize how much our definition of “normal” is shaped by where we grow up. Things that initially made me think, People actually do this?! are now things I barely notice, and in some cases, things I do myself. Here are 10 things that have become normal to me after living in Iceland for 10 years. 1. Letting Babies Nap Outside This might be the biggest transformation of them all because I went from thinking this was absolutely bizarre to doing it with my own baby. I learned about babies napping outside when I first visited Iceland in the winter of 2013. At the time, I couldn’t understand how people could possibly be comfortable leaving a baby outside to sleep. Then I had a baby. Halli’s mom showed us how to bundle her up properly so she could be warm while getting fresh air outside, and it completely changed the game for us. At one point, she could sleep for around three hours outside when an indoor nap might only last about 20 minutes. It’s also something you regularly see in Iceland. You can walk through residential neighborhoods or even pass cafés in downtown Reykjavík and see a stroller outside with a sleeping baby while a parent or caregiver is nearby and checking on them. Years ago, that sight would have immediately caught my attention. Now? Completely normal. 2. Thinking 60°F (15°C) Is Warm New York Jewells would like a word with current Jewells. I moved to Iceland in June 2016, and I remember seeing Icelanders walking around in shorts, T-shirts, and sandals when it was about 60°F/15°C. Meanwhile, I had on long pants, sneakers, a sweater AND a jacket. I genuinely thought, What is wrong with these people? This isn’t warm! Then something happened. I acclimated! After experiencing Icelandic winters and then feeling the temperature climb again, 60°F started feeling legitimately warm. If it’s around 60°F, sunny and, this is important, there’s no wind? That’s practically tropical now. 3. Accepting That Icelandic Summer Is Not Guaranteed Growing up in New York, summer meant something. You knew it was going to get warm. Probably hot. Possibly way too hot! Iceland technically has four seasons, but I’ve joked that we really have two: winter and summer. Halli says it’s more like winter and fall. The bigger adjustment was realizing that just because the calendar says “summer” doesn’t mean Iceland’s weather has agreed to participate. You can have rainy, windy and chilly stretches where there’s plenty of daylight but hardly any actual sunshine. There have been summers when I felt cold for what seemed like the entire season. It’s also no surprise that plenty of Icelanders escape somewhere warmer when Iceland isn’t delivering the summer weather they want. Tenerife, anyone? Icelandic summer exists. Whether it decides to show up is another question. 4. Living With 24-Hour Daylight The nearly endless daylight of Icelandic summer is something I absolutely love now. When I first moved here? Not so much. My brain could not understand why I was supposed to be sleeping when it looked like the middle of the day outside. I tried sleeping with eye masks, but I didn’t find them particularly comfortable, and I constantly felt energized to stay awake and do things. Eventually, though, my body adjusted. After a few years, I could sleep through Icelandic summers without thinking much about the daylight outside. Now I LOVE this part of living here. Being able to go outside incredibly late at night and still have a bright sky is one of those Icelandic experiences that still feels special, even though it has become normal. 5. Living With the Very Short Days in Winter Of course, Iceland likes extremes. If summer gives us almost endless daylight, winter gives us the opposite. Around the shortest day of the year, we get only about four hours of daylight. And while the days technically start getting longer again after the winter solstice, those changes happen slowly enough that the darkness can feel like it lasts forever. My first Icelandic winter was rough! I remember feeling like I was basically holding on until winter ended so I could finally experience that release of summer again. And then came May 2017. Winter seemed to be over. I had made it! And then…it snowed. In May! I was MAD. I felt personally betrayed by Icelandic weather. After surviving winter, snow in May felt like the weather was playing games with me. Now, I understand that unexpected weather is simply part of living here. Snow showers can happen incredibly late in the season, and Icelandic weather has a mind of its own. Over the years, I’ve also figured out what helps me through the dark months: getting outside, exercising, keeping myself occupied and usually having a big project to work on. The first couple of winters required some serious adjustment. After that, I found a rhythm that works for me 6. Having Limited Produce Options This is one thing I still REALLY notice when I leave Iceland. The variety of fruits and vegetables available here can be limited compared with what I was accustomed to in the United States. Sometimes you have a couple varieties of apples. Around Christmas, clementines and mandarins are everywhere. Other things appear periodically, but Iceland is an island that imports a significant amount of its produce, so we’re simply not going to have the same selection you’d find in a massive American supermarket. And yes, you sometimes need to inspect that produce pretty carefully. Then I go back to the U.S. and walk into a Whole Foods or Sprouts and practically lose my mind. Peaches, plums, nectarines, different varieties of apples! KALE! The kale situation in Iceland particularly gets me because I’ve seen it grown here as decoration and I’m thinking, Can you please just put it in the grocery store so I can eat it?! Still, I’ve stopped viewing the limited selection as inherently negative. It’s simply part of living on an island. And when I travel, I appreciate the variety elsewhere that much more 7. The Icelandic Stare Ohhhh, the Icelandic stare! Coming from New York, staring at strangers is generally not something you do. Then I moved to Iceland and suddenly people were LOOKING at me. Not glancing, staring! I’ve been told part of this comes from the small-town nature of Icelandic society. People might look at someone because they’re trying to figure out whether they recognize them or know their family. That took some serious getting used to. There was one experience when I lived in Árbær where a woman drove past me while practically turning her head to continue staring at me. I remember wondering whether something was happening around me before realizing, Nope. She’s looking at me. As a Black woman walking through a suburban Icelandic neighborhood, I couldn’t know whether she was simply curious, trying to recognize me, surprised to see someone who looked like me, or something else entirely. Eventually, I developed a coping mechanism: Staring contests. If you’re going to stare at me, I’m staring back.
Thinking about moving to Anchorage, Alaska? In this episode of the Alaskan Journey Podcast, host Jamin sits down with recent transplants Gus & Sarah to discuss what it's REALLY like living in Anchorage, Alaska after one full year. From driving the Alaska Highway (Alcan) with a heavy trailer to surviving dark Alaskan winters, high grocery costs, and starting a new K-6 Classical school in Anchorage (Thomas Moore Classical School), Gus and Sarah share their honest pros, cons, and insider tips for relocating to the Last Frontier.Whether you're planning a move to Southcentral Alaska, curious about classical education options, or prepping for your Alcan Highway road trip, this comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know!Jamin Goecker Website (For Relocation Guide): https://jgoecker.kw.comPodcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2AgBLvg...LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamingoecker/Instagram: / jamin_goecker App: https://jgoecker.kw.comFacebook: / gojaminrealestate Keller Williams Realty Alaska Group0:00 - Intro: Welcome to the Alaskan Journey Podcast0:41 - Moving to Anchorage Alaska: 1-Year Transplant Experience1:02 - Job Opportunities in Anchorage: Teaching & Commercial Driving1:30 - Planning a Move to Alaska: From Vacation to 4-Year Relocation Plan2:32 - Alaskan Hospitality: Moose Meat, Local Salmon & Community Help3:14 - Surviving Your First Alaskan Winter: Cold, Snow & Skiing in Anchorage4:22 - Alaska Winter Darkness & Daylight Savings: Solar Position & Solstice Shadows5:01 - Seasonal Affective & Sleep Schedules: Vitamin D & Winter Solstice Tips5:50 - Northern Lights in Anchorage (Aurora Borealis): Viewing Tips & Apps6:36 - Alaska Summer Daylight & Midnight Sun: Blackout Blinds & Wildlife Spotting8:30 - Where to Live in Southcentral Alaska: Anchorage vs. Eagle River vs. Mat-Su Valley vs. Fairbanks11:00 - Driving the Alcan Highway (Alaska Highway): Towing Trailers, Frost Heaves & Road Conditions11:42 - Canada-US Border Crossing Tips: Firearms, Pets & Paperwork Requirements12:50 - Alcan Highway Travel Tips: The Milepost Book, Gas Station Planning & Travel Days14:22 - 10 Things to Know Before Moving to Anchorage: Unplowed Snow Roads & Washboarding14:39 - Anchorage Topography & Geography: Living in the Anchorage Bowl15:00 - Navigating Anchorage Roads: Downtown Grid System & Getting Around16:03 - Cost of Living in Alaska: High Produce Prices & Grocery Budgeting16:30 - Alaska Vehicle Registration Rules: DMV License Plate Transfer Guidelines17:28 - Classic Car Culture in Alaska: Why Vintage Cars Don't Get Scrapped18:46 - Shopping in Alaska: Amazon Shipping, Local Retail Options & Costco20:03 - Making Friends in Anchorage: Neighborhood Culture & Community Vibes21:14 - Best Small Towns in Alaska: Living in Seward, Homer, or Remote Villages23:53 - Thomas Moore Classical School Anchorage: K-6 Western Tradition Education25:06 - Classical Education Philosophy: Virtue-Based Learning & Character Building25:33 - Elementary School Curriculum: Kindergarten Civics, Science & History Content26:11 - Anchorage School Options: Enrolling in Classical Schools & Career Versatility28:10 - Alaska Public School Rankings: Reading & Math Proficiency Performance28:39 - Tech-Free Classrooms: Teacher-Led Education vs. iPads & Gamification29:37 - Multisensory Learning Strategies: Singing, Chanting & Active Instruction30:31 - What Success Looks Like: Classical School Outcomes & Senior Thesis32:25 - First Day of School & Enrollment Details: Opening August 19th33:01 - Teacher Recruitment in Alaska: Local Hiring & Classical Teaching Jobs35:17 - Pros and Cons of Living in Anchorage: Winter Driving Lanes & Safety Tips35:50 - Anchorage Lifestyle Perks: Local Food Scene, Parks & Outdoor Recreation38:00 - Earning Local Respect in Alaska: Adapting to Culture & Learning Dipnet Fishing
Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me. Travel beneath the breathtaking Northern Lights as ribbons of color dance silently across the night sky. This relaxing sleep story for women features soothing storytelling, dreamy Arctic imagery, and calming narration to reduce stress, ease anxiety, and prepare you for deep sleep. Let the peaceful beauty of the aurora guide you into restful dreams. Love,
Chyna confronts Eddie backstage and tells him he used her, stepped on her, and only loves the title around his waist. Eddie turns it around completely. His family. His friends. His personal wants. You were on Jay Leno three times. Third Rock from the Sun. Your magazine. Not one page. Are you going to be behind me when I face Road Dog, or is the door right there? Tommy Blacha and Rob Pasbani recap the September 7, 2000 edition of WWF SmackDown, live from Louisville, Kentucky.With Jerry Lawler sidelined from Raw, Tazz joins Michael Cole on commentary in what Tommy and Rob call a preview of the future SmackDown announce team. He roots openly for heels, steals JR's catchphrases, and corrects Cole's move calls in character. Then Lawler returns mid-show, strap in hand, and chokes Tazz out in the middle of his Brooklyn catchphrase.Steve Austin cuts a pre-tape from home, back to camera, nine months out of action. He doesn't forget and he doesn't forgive. It's a good thing the next pay-per-view is called Unforgiven. The promo doesn't fully hang together but Tommy and Rob say it doesn't need to. Austin coming back on screen is enough to make a rough episode feel like must-see TV.Other major discussion points include:Triple H beats Test and Albert in a handicap match when Kurt Angle runs in uninvited, helps Triple H win, and does the you're-welcome look from the stage despite Triple H wanting nothing to do with himRock pins Christian in the main event after Edge is taken out by Rock's own chair, with Foley inserting Kane as Christian's partner in a decision neither host can explain, and Kane chokeslams Rock through the announce table on his way outBenoit pins Rikishi after RTC distraction, and Tazz corrects Cole's move calls in character, including the moment Cole calls a Northern Lights suplex a Sherman suplexAPA and Dudleys have a bloody, joyful barroom brawl at the Have a Nice Day Cafe, cap it with a handshake bit between Bubba and Farooq, and then Kaientai shows up wanting sakeToo Cool lose to the Goodfather and Bull Buchanan and the worm is blocked for the second straight weekTommy opens the episode discussing WWE Studios, the XFL, the WWF record label, and what it looked like from the inside as WWF expanded into every possible business at oncePlease support the show, and join our brand new Patreon, featuring watch-alongs for classic matches. New watch along added: Gorilla Monsoon Mixtape!Previous watch alongs include RVD/Sabu vs. Hayabusa/Hakushi, Verne Gagne vs. Dick the Bruiser, Rock vs Hogan and Buddy Rogers vs. Pat O'Connor.You also get these episodes one day early!Please subscribe at https://patreon.com/talesfromtheattitudeeraChapter Marks00:00 Intro00:32 Tommy's Consulting Role04:51 Too Much Soap Opera08:56 Rob on 40 Years of Fandom11:45 Show Overview / Tazz Replaces Lawler on Commentary17:01 X-Pac vs Jericho 18:49 Kurt Angle in Foley's Office / Angle vs Undertaker Booked19:34 Edge and Christian Promo / "Rocker Taker" / The Rock Comes Out22:11 The Rock Sets Up a Handicap Match for the WWF Title23:54 Backstage: Triple H and Stephanie25:35 Acolytes at the Have a Nice Day Cafe26:06 Benoit vs Rikishi / Tazz Corrects Cole's Move Calls28:09 Eddie and Chyna Backstage: "Where Was I When You Were on Jay Leno?"35:15 APA vs Dudleys Barroom Brawl / Lawler Returns and Chokes Tazz Mid-Catchphrase35:44 Triple H vs Test and Albert36:51 Angle Runs In / Saves Stephanie / Triple H Wins39:26 Chyna Backstage with Road Dog / Triple H and Stephanie Argue About Angle44:04 Eddie Guerrero vs Road Dog47:33 Eddie Attacks Road Dog Post-Match48:07 Too Cool vs Right to Censor51:21 APA and Dudleys at the Bar / Kaientai Wants Sake53:46 Kurt Angle vs Undertaker / Benoit Interferes54:56 Triple H and Stephanie Backstage55:44 Stone Cold Pre-Tape: "It's a Good Thing the Next PPV Is Called Unforgiven"57:40 Rock Ambushes Edge / Main Event Set58:31 Main Event: Rock vs Christian and Kane (WWF Title Handicap Match)1:01:43 Final Thoughts / Patreon Plug Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week we have a true Trifecta, opening the show we have Keyboardist @matt.riddle.520 returning from the dark side of the moon via Straya. He will be performing with @australianpinkfloyd on Aug 18th in Vail CO at the Gerald Ford Amphitheater. Up next we have cannabis Author and educator @Dannydankoht once again back on the show. With so much going on in the cannabis world from rescheduling descheduling interstate commerce, large MSO‘s failing and the biggest thing looming over growers breeders and cannabis enthusiasts the Nov 12th seed ban we have so many avenues to go down we might need two shows. Finally we will be opening up our @kactuskutter_official that we received last week this week we all get one and if you haven't checked them out yet go to their Instagram or their website obviously use Dunn deal in the discount code section. They have three different models to choose from plus a lot of other storage accessories. Keep your eyes peeled for a seed giveaway during the show of unreleased gravity x Northern Lights from friend of the show Uncle Andy these are his very first seed drop the Northern lights that he reversed came directly from the man behind Northern lights, himself @oldemarine Marine So get that @puffco peak pro or proxy charged your @gramglass.labs Clean with some ice
That night, Palli took me to a natural hot spring that no tourist map would ever show you.Minus eight degrees, a dark wooden hut with no lights, icy ground underfoot — and a sky full of stars. We didn't see the Northern Lights. But soaking in that spring, Palli shared something that left me speechless: his experience with ayahuasca.I had no idea that a few months later, I would fly to Peru and take the same journey myself.Sometimes a seed is planted so quietly you don't even notice it.My website: flywithlily.com
Brutal attacks this past week killed 6 children in Ukraine. Don’t be silent. Do something for Ukraine! Most of the bands (or their labels) in this episode have done something for Ukraine. Please buy music from Ukrainian artists and/or donate to your preferred Ukrainian Charity and/or to United 24 (https://u24.gov.ua). Слава Україні! Героям слава!Slava Ukrainai! Slava varoņiem!Glory to Ukraine! Glory to the Heroes! DJ Moose Played: Intro – 00:00Agonised Too – Are You Afraid of Tomorrow – 00:30Hunter As A Horse – Paradise Lost – Paradise Lost – 06:36Crying Vessel – Bound In Mystery – 10:27Silke Bischoff – Northern Lights – Tears – 14:31MILDREDA – Faded – Realities – 19:08Pink Stiletto – Ice Eyes – VA Made by Humans – 24:05Blood Rave – The Burning Field – VA Made by Humans – 28:01ee:man – Searching My Soul (2026) – Earthquake In My Head – 32:13Portion Control – Raise The Pulse (Pat Bermingham Remix) – Purge – EP – 36:33Narcohypnotic – Black Cosmic Circle – 41:35LightSource – Drifting (feat. Indigo) – 46:53Ex-Hyena – Details Fade (Hex FormesD1NTR Time Travel Remix) – Details Fade – 50:57Angelspit – Tomorrow’s Forecast – Album #13 – 54:29NoirAddiction – Money For The Honey – Pretty Things Don’t Last – 57:43 The original unmodified image used for this episode by Ksenia Kazak on Unsplash or Listen to The Gothic Moose – Episode 668 – Mostly Bands Supporting Ukraine byDJ Moose on hearthis.at Here is the link to download this episode in MP3 Note: After about a year, episodes may no longer be available here or elsewhere. Shows are sometimes missing from Youtube due copyright restrictions. Use the handy built-in player:
On this episode of the Foil Life Podcast, Luc Moore sits down with Charlie Newlands of SWS Muskoka (E-Foil Sports Muskoka) for a school-and-travel deep dive into e-foiling and multi-sport water fun in the heart of Ontario cottage country.Charlie shares how the family-run operation runs three locations centered on Lake Rosseau in Port Carling—main marina base, JW Marriott partnerships, and his own dock—offering Flight Board e-foils (Softop 2, Series 6, Flight Jet 2), wake foiling, wake surfing, water skiing, kids camps, cottage clinics, boat and jet-ski rentals, and more. They cover the beginner-friendly progression (stomach → knees → stand, controller unlocks, slow plowing before speed and foil lift), new rental program details, safety and licensing realities (e-foils treated more like SUPs), conditions on the Muskoka lakes versus open Georgian Bay water, and the full range of local experiences that turn a lesson into a complete Muskoka adventure.Episode Highlights:- Muskoka as a destination—flat-water learning, nearby Algonquin/Gwangan Park hiking and wildlife, Northern Lights, dining, boat cruises, and why Toronto is only two hours away- Lesson structure for all levels: one-on-one, groups, private cottage visits, and the new “rent and take it to the cottage” option- Exact first-lesson flow—helmet/life jacket, safety video, controller, progressive stance, instructor on a second board, and why e-foil lift feels different from tow or wing- Full multi-sport offering: wake foil, wake surf, water ski, kids camps, MasterCraft clinics, and Tuesday-night water-ski shows in Bala- Family-run marina identity, dealer affiliations (Flight Board service center, O'Brien, Kawasaki, Legend, Edgewater), and end-of-season demo and sale plans- Cold-water performance notes (Flight Boards love Canadian temps) and early-season ice/slush riding storiesA practical, enthusiastic conversation packed with real teaching tips, local knowledge, and genuine excitement for getting more people on the water—whether it's their first e-foil session or a full cottage-country multi-sport day.Stay tuned for more great episodes, including the return of additional guests and continued adventures with host Luc Moore!Visit: www.swsmuskoka.com / Visit: https://www.efoilsportsmuskoka.com/ Instagram: @swsmuskoka
Oulu, Finland has a reputation for doing winter differently, and after talking with local guides Minna and Marika, we get why. This northern seaside city isn't just “survivable” in the cold, it's designed for real life outdoors, from maintained winter bike routes to sea ice adventures and sauna culture that turns warming up into a daily ritual. If you're planning Finland travel and want a city that blends nature, culture, and practical design, Oulu belongs on your shortlist. Oulu region tourist guides:https://www.oulunseudunoppaat.fi/en/home/O is for Organic, Oxygen, Oulu, and OrganizationEssential Oxygen Helps you Minimize and Organize by reducing the amount of cleaning products needed in your home or travel bags.EssentialOxygen.com use code ROAM10 to get 10% off of your orderOulu as European capital of culture 2026:https://oulu2026.eu/en/City of Oulu:https://www.ouka.fi/enAir Guitar World Championships in Oulu (since 1996):https://airguitarworldchampionships.com/en/home/The Sami museum, Siida, that Rory and Alexa visited in Inari:https://siida.fi/en/Finnish architect couple Alvar and Aino Aalto -> swimming pools in CAL -> Nike sneakers:Finnish architect Alvar Aalto inspires newly-released Nike sneaker | Yle News | Aalto designs for UNESCO world heritage list:See Alvar Aalto's works that just gained Unesco World Heritage status | Yle News | YleAlvar's MIT dormitory that he designed:Finnisharchitecture.fi | Baker HouseAlso mentioned on this episode:A is for AIrbnb Alexa's Organic Tea Company: VegabondTeas.comM is for MinimalismThe One Minute Cure: https://amzn.to/4bj6lkNWe share our own quick-hit impressions, including the market hall area, canals, bridges, and that cozy “mini Helsinki” feel, then we go deeper with local insight. We talk about what to do in Oulu in winter and summer: Northern Lights tours with dinner by an open fire, snowshoeing, kick sledding, skiing routes, ice fishing on the Baltic Sea, and even ice-hole winter swimming. When the days stretch long, Oulu opens up into beach time at Nallikari, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, and easy ways to explore the city's islands and waterfront. Culture matters here too. We dig into museums, theater, ice hockey, and Oulu's role in showcasing Sami culture, plus the fun, slightly wild spirit that produces the Air Guitar World Championships for world peace. We wrap by connecting our “roam to home” theme to our sponsor, Essential Oxygen, and why we like their simple, travel-friendly oral care and multi-use cleaning approach. If this sparks your next trip planning or your next home reset, subscribe, share the show with a friend, and leave a review so more travelers can find us.Wanna hit the road? Get 10% OFF your own roadsurfer adventure!https://link.roadsurfer.com/roamiesCODE: ROAMIES10And it means the world to us when you subscribe, rate and share our podcast.Alexa and RoryThe ROAMiesFollow us at:http://www.TheROAMies.com@The ROAMies: Facebook and Instagram YouTube and X.
Ultra-wide angle lenses may not take the majority of the photographs on a typical trip, but the images they produce can be some of the most immersive, useful and memorable. They are fantastic for astrophotography, Northern Lights, travel assignments, interiors and those experiential photographs that place the viewer right in the middle of the action.In this episode, Court explores what qualifies as an ultra-wide angle lens, how crop-sensor conversions affect focal length, and why wider is not always better. He also compares prime and zoom lenses, explains the tradeoff between maximum aperture and field of view, and shares why approximately 20mm has become his personal sweet spot for many nighttime and travel-photography situations.Court's WebsitesCheck out my photo portfolio here: shop.courtwhelan.comSign up for my photo and conservation blog at www.courtwhelan.comFollow me on YouTube (@courtwhelan) for more photography tipsView my camera kit and recommended camera gearSponsors and Promo Codes:MPB.com - Buy, Sell, or Trade Camera GearArtStorefronts.com - Mention this podcast for free photo website designBayPhoto.com - 25% off your first order (code: TWP25) ArtHelper.com - a photo community to learn, share and be inspiredArthelper.Ai - Smart tools to promo and showcase your art.LensRentals.com - WildPhoto15 for 15% off
Send us Fan MailPride is often celebrated with glitter, music, and rainbow flags—but at its heart, Pride has always been about something much deeper: showing up in love and solidarity so that no one has to wonder if they're alone. Today, we're talking with some of the Mama Dragons who set up booths at Pride festivals across the country, creating spaces where families could find hope, connection, and unconditional love. Joining Sara In the Den are three incredible volunteers: Yanira from Puerto Rico, Jill from Kansas, and Maria from Maryland. Though their communities are hundreds of miles apart, they share a common mission: to make sure every LGBTQ+ person, every questioning child, and every parent who feels overwhelmed knows there's a place where they belong. Whether you've marched in dozens of Pride parades or have never attended one, this episode is a reminder that sometimes the most powerful act of allyship is simply showing up—with an open heart, a listening ear, and the promise that no one has to walk this journey alone.Special Guest: Maria SmithMaria currently serves on the Board of Mama Dragons. Her 15+ year career in the financial services industry has been defined by a deep commitment to building inclusive, supportive environments within the workplace. She joined Mama Dragons to learn how to best support her queer child and has become an even more passionate advocate for LGBTQ+ youth and families. Maria lives in Maryland with her husband, their two children, and two Puggles. Her life is guided by empathy, action, and the belief that every person deserves to be seen, loved, and supported for exactly who they are.Special Guest: Jill ClementsJill is a mom of 3 living in the Midwestern United States. She coordinates the Mama Dragons Embracelet program. An Embracelet is a handmade bracelet that is like a warm hug around your wrist to remind you that you are loved. Since its inception in 2023, over 42,000 embracelets have been given out by Mama Dragons at events. Over the past four years she's helped coordinate the Mama Dragons Pride Booth in Kansas City, MO which hosts over 25,000 attendees each year. A social worker by trade, Jill often can be found giving of her time and resources to a variety of causes whether it is parents of trans kids or kids affected by a parent's cancer. In her dream world, Jill would be living in Iceland spending her days hiking and making art and her nights photographing the Northern Lights. Special Guest: Yanira VegaYanira lives in Vega Baja, Puerto Rico, and is the mother of a young transmasculine son and a daughter. She has been a member of Mama Dragons since 2021, when she sought self-help resources and education to address her gender-diverse family's experience with an affirming approach. That same year, she volunteered to help coordinate MD groups and assist with the vetting and moderation processes for some groups. Puerto Rico has had its own regional group since 2024, and on March 28, 2026, they held their first local community education event at the closing of the True Self Camp for Respect, where they shared Mama Dragons' mission to support mothers and families in their journeys and highlighted all the programs available to assist them. Their next event will be on June 27 at the All Out 5k. Yanira is a doctor in Physical Therapy working in home health settings.Links from the Show:Join Mama Dragons todayIn the Den is made possible by generous donors like you. Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today at www.mamadragons.org. Support the showConnect with Mama Dragons:WebsiteInstagramFacebookDonate to this podcast
A throbbing bassline forms the foundation of ‘Euphoria', riding atop driving drums with an infectious sense of momentum. In the distance, a shimmering melody begins to emerge like the Northern Lights cutting through the night sky. Its slithering fragments seep through bursts of FX and swelling textures, steadily tightening the track's grip on the dancefloor. There won't be many floors capable of resisting this one.
At the beginning of 2022, Europe was sourcing around 40% of its gas from Russia. By the end of this year, no more gas should be flowing from Russia into Europe. Much of that shortfall has been replaced by production from the vast oil and gas fields of Norway's North Sea continental shelf. And this year, the closure of the Strait of Hormuz again highlighted the importance of Norway to Europe's resilience. But how does one of the world's largest oil and gas producers balance energy security with the race to net zero? This week, Michael Liebreich is joined by Anders Opedal, CEO of Equinor, Norway's state-backed energy company. Having spent almost three decades at the company, Anders discusses Equinor's strategy for producing lower-emissions oil and gas while investing heavily in offshore wind, carbon capture and storage, and the technologies needed for the energy transition. They also explore the impact of fugitive methane emissions, the realities of carbon capture, the economics of offshore wind, and why Norway believes it can continue supplying oil and gas for decades to come. Topics covered: How Russia disrupted European gas supplies Meeting Europe's gas demand The Strait of Hormuz and energy prices Tax, financing and investment Equinor's partnership with Shell Carbon capture and storage (CCS) Can the UK replicate Norway's success? Offshore wind development Reducing methane emissions and gas flaring Leadership Circle: Cleaning Up is proud to be supported by its Leadership Circle. The members are Actis, Alcazar Energy, Arup, Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners, Cygnum Capital, Davidson Kempner, Ecopragma Capital, EDP, Eurelectric, the Gilardini Foundation, KKR, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, National Grid, Octopus Energy, Quadrature Climate Foundation, Schneider Electric, SDCL and Wärtsilä. For more information about the Leadership Circle, visit cleaningup.live Links: Anders Opedal's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andersopedalequinor/ Equinor: https://www.equinor.com/ Northern Lights project: https://www.equinor.com/energy/northern-lights Sign up to our newsletter: cleaninguppod.substack.com Amber Rudd on Cleaning Up: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MZOokwqLaRc Ben van Beurden on Cleaning Up: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jImWveH7Xn0 Michael Lewis on Cleaning Up: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DOD-f6uSPgc Acronyms: TTF: Title Transfer Facility BTU: British Thermal Units FID: Final Investment Decision CCS: Carbon Capture and Storage OGCI: Oil and Gas Climate Initiative OGDC: Oil and Gas Decarbonisation Charter
How do we move beyond shallow representation to capture the deep, fluid, and beautifully complex realities of the global South Asian diaspora? Snigdha Sur, Founder & CEO of The Juggernaut, joins us again to share how her media tech company operates as a "smart best friend" providing essential context, investigative reporting, and nuanced storytelling for a dynamic global community.If you want to catch more deep dives into the global Indian and South Asian diaspora experience, hit the Subscribe button to join our community!In this episode of TRUST ME I KNOW WHAT I'M DOING, host Dr. Abhay Dandekar sits down with Snigdha to catch up on the cultural zeitgeist of 2026. From her personal obsession with the National Spelling Bee to her background and experiences as a founder , Snigdha challenges us to demand deeper specificity in journalism and the stories offered by The Juggernaut. She also opens up about the rigorous realities of investigative journalism and leading a media company, why she chose to learn video editing to out-innovate aggregators, navigating social media shadowbans, and her hard-earned Y Combinator lesson on filtering out internet noise to focus exclusively on serving paying subscribers.In this episode, we cover:• Nuanced Subcontinental Identity: Why geographical specificity matters over broad-brush labels.• Smart Context vs. Representation: Moving past surface-level media tropes to deliver real depth.• The Barbell Effect of AI in Media: Why deep-dive human creation will become increasingly priceless.• Founder Wisdom & Burnout: Learning whose feedback to value and when to mute the noise.Chapters:00:00 Introducing Snigdha Sur & The Fluidity of the Diaspora03:19 The National Spelling Bee: Passion, Tropes, and Community Anchors06:55 Identity, Borders, and Subcontinental History in 202610:47 The Juggernaut Strategy: Serving Smart Context Over Shallow Representation15:16 Sponsor Break - TRAVELOPOD and LOTUS LANE COFFEE16:16 Investigative Journalism: Pushing Boundaries, Data Truths, and Backlash23:37 The Barbell Effect of AI, Founder Burnout, and Protecting Your Creative Well33:04 Y Combinator Lessons: Filtering Negative Commentary to Focus on Subscribers35:28 Democratizing Media Spaces & Designing Radically Inclusive Communities36:56 Conclusions and Shout OutsConnect with Snigdha Sur & The Juggernaut:• Website: https://thejuggernaut.com/• Newsletter: https://thejuggernaut.com/newsletterShout outs this week:• Sheela Bhat, Preety Kalra, Aarti Kohli, Latika Malkani, and Dharini Rasiah (Editors of Our Feet Walk the Sky: Women of South Asian Diaspora )• World Cup ¡Shabbas! to España• Hydrogen Trains & the teams behind Vikram One• Astronaut Anil Menon • Desi Me Dating and the PopShift team#TheJuggernaut #SnigdhaSur #SouthAsianMedia #DiasporaStories #TrustMeIKnowWhatImDoing #StartupFounderTrust Me I Know What I'm Doing | Dr. Abhay DandekarA mirror and window for global Indians and South Asians through conversation.Every week, we share chats with artists, leaders, musicians, chefs, experts, change makers, and innovators from the home and diaspora — sharing their journeys and motivations.Support our sponsors: Personalized travel journey to destinations like Africa, India, Japan, Antarctica, or the Northern Lights regions with Travelopod at:https://vacation.travelopod.com/Lotus Lane Coffee — Rooted in India, Roasted in Columbus.https://lotuslanecoffee.com/For enquiries
Brilliance of the Seas transatlantic cruise review. Royal Caribbean's Brilliance of the Seas takes center stage this week as John shares his 23-night back-to-back cruise from Barcelona to Boston. The cruise combined an eight-night Western Europe sailing with a 15-night transatlantic cruise featuring Iceland, Greenland, Scotland, Portugal, Spain, and Atlantic Canadian maritimes. He discusses the ship's classic Radiance-class design, oceanview cabin, dining, entertainment, rough seas, and why Brilliance remains a favorite despite being more than 20 years old. Plus, hear what it's like to visit the Blue Lagoon, chase the Northern Lights, explore Greenland's remote villages, and whether a transatlantic cruise is worth adding to your bucket list. Share your thoughts: doug@cruiseradio.net Sponsor Cruise line protection is designed to help if you can't take your cruise. Third-party travel insurance helps protect you during the trip. Including medical care, delays, and unexpected issues. Compare plans and save up to 30% at TripInsurance.com. About Cruise Radio: Cruise Radio has been delivering cruise news, ship reviews, and money-saving tips weekly since 2009.
In this episode of the Integral Yoga Podcast (Ep. 152), we sit down with master percussionist and sound healer Arjun Bruggeman. Known extensively for his decades of touring and playing the tabla alongside kirtan wallah Krishna Das, Arjun shares his profound evolutionary journey from a young punk-rock-loving drummer to a devotional musician and sound journey guide.Arjun opens up about his early life, the hilarious story of how he got his first drum kit, and his first chaotic introduction to the world of kirtan. He dives deep into what happens internally while anchoring a room full of chanters, sharing incredible transcendent experiences of devotion and the feeling of complete stillness on stage.We also explore his shift during the pandemic toward his solo "Sound Journey" work—inspired by the etheric nature of the Northern Lights—and how he uses meditation and ambient percussion to help others drop out of the mind and into the "sensation arts" of the body.
I walked into a café in Reykjavík to meet an Icelandic guy I'd matched with on Tinder the night before.We both froze for a second, unsure how to say hello. That small awkwardness, somehow, made everything feel natural.This episode: who he was, what we talked about, and the one sentence that changed the entire direction of my trip — "If you don't mind, I'd like to show you the real Iceland."Years later, the first thing I remember about Iceland isn't a waterfall or the Northern Lights. It's this café.My website: flywithlily.com
(Jul 16, 2026) A community ceramics studio in Keeseville is opening for the first time this weekend, and its owner says it's a way to bring people together; volunteers in Long Lake run the book nook, a way to raise money for the public library; and Kitty O'Neil joins Northern Light for a closer look at how the heat affects livestock in the North Country.
Lydbrook, Gloucestershire (England) - A man who defecated on a wall before cleaning himself with a sandwich has been sent to prison for six weeks.Russia held its first humanoid robot wedding in a Moscow library - Terminator DeHuff chimes in.The 2026 Florida Python Challenge is underway, and one Florida restaurant will let you cash in your catch for a pizza.Taco Bell is now under investigation over an outbreak of a parasite that causes ‘explosive diarrhea (cyclosporiasis). Blame the media.DeHuff gives his thoughts and pros and cons of daylight saving time potentially becoming permanent.Congratulations to Northern Lights intermediate for winning the Colorado state championship!
In this episode, we discuss geomagnetic storms, extreme electromagnetic events known as coronal mass ejections that would destroy every satellite around the planet, wipe out power grids and most if not all of our electronics. The Carrington event that happened in 1859 destroyed the only electrical system at that point, the telegraph, across all of North America. An event such as that now would have catastrophic, even civilization-ending impacts. Scientists predict an event like the Carrington event happens every 100 to every 500 years. And the Carrington event is small compared to pre-history events. Yet despite the profound impact and the likelihood, public awareness remains low, there is little political action, little has been done to harden our power grid or plan for such an event. Since recording this episode in 2024, we have witnessed numerous X-class flares and geomagnetic storms triggering Northern Lights across the Northern Hemisphere. To talk about geomagnetic storms, their impact, the likelihood, the fragility of our global power grids and some solutions, is Distinguished. Professor of Electronics and Computer Engineering, Edl Schamiloglu. Edl is the Distinguished and specializes in extreme electromagnetic phenomena. For related content and to find out more about HC Group, a search firm dedicated to the energy & commodities sector, visit https://www.hcgroup.global
What happens to intimacy, nostalgia, and creative power when a world-class filmmaker decides to step away from the camera and help reimagine their masterpiece for the live stage? In this episode of TRUST ME I KNOW WHAT I'M DOING, I sit down with award-winning filmmaker, writer, and director Ritesh Batra. Celebrated globally for his masterpiece debut feature film, The Lunchbox, Ritesh has spent the last decade crafting incredibly delicate, human-centered stories. Now, he has brought that same quiet magic to the theater stage, serving as the book writer and co-lyricist for the highly successful musical adaptation of The Lunchbox.Ritesh shares unique process of rewriting a beloved indie film for a live theatrical medium. He shares why he deliberately avoided rewatching his own movie to allow a fresh, organic confluence of creative energy to take over with his collaborators. He also shares his personal philosophy on "artistic fingerprints"—explaining why true success in any creative field requires leaving your own distinct, irreplaceable mark rather than chasing past commercial formulas or letting executive gatekeepers dictate the narrative. Ritesh shares insights on:• Nostalgia & Friction: Why he prefers focusing his storytelling on the compelling friction of characters "left behind" by rapid societal changes rather than those keeping up with them. • Stage vs. Screen Intimacy: How the live stage provides a unique canvas to showcase unspoken connection and stillness in ways the cinema camera cannot. • The Fingerprint Philosophy: Why elite artists must own their distinct perspective, and how to protect your creative power in a system obsessed with past commercial formulas. • Songs Hidden in the Seams: The organic process of discovering musical numbers hidden in the quiet, empty spaces between film scenes. • Overcoming the Fear of Collapse: Navigating the intense vulnerability of a production's first week and learning to trust your internal compass. Whether you're a filmmaker, a theater lover, a creative professional navigating a highly public career, or someone looking to practice deeper mindfulness and trust in your everyday life, Ritesh's thoughts on artistic conviction provides an invaluable blueprint. If you enjoyed this, please hit that subscribe button, leave a comment, and share this video with someone looking to realize and transform their own vision! --------------------------Chapters-00:00 Introductions02:40 Nostalgia, Change, and Telling Stories of Those Left Behind05:41 Translating the Intimacy of The Lunchbox to the Stage08:04 An Organic Transformation: Working with the Lazours10:09 Finding Songs in Between the Seams of the Story11:43 The Writer's Medium: Curating the Confluence of Creative Energy14:35 Discovering New Skills and Instincts in Musical Theater16:32 Sponsor Breaks - TRAVELOPOD and LOTUS LANE COFFEE17:31 Managing a Public Career: Owning Successes and Failures21:14 Leaving Your Fingerprints Over Everything You Create25:10 Wielding Artistic Power and Collaborating with Actors27:56 Thriving on the Unknown: Ritesh's Operating Mantra29:55 Lessons from Parenting and the Cost of Creative Focus31:42 Quick Hitters: Greatest Fears, Mingling, and Hamnet33:07 Cultivating Trust in Yourself and the Unseen End Goal35:18 Conclusions & Shoutouts#RiteshBatra #TheLunchbox #IndieFilmmaking #SouthAsianRepresentation #Storytelling #TrustMeIKnowWhatImDoingShoutouts:✉️ Mitra Kalita for making this incredible connection happen!
I finally stepped off the plane and onto Icelandic soil.The first thing I did wasn't chase the Northern Lights or take photos for the internet. It was to fight through freezing winds, jump on a shuttle bus, and go find a friend I'd known for over twenty years.This episode: the Blue Lagoon. Milky blue water, minus-eight-degree winds, volcanic mud masks, and singing in the sauna. About travel, about friendship, and about the dreams that become whole not because you finally arrived — but because someone you love arrived with you.Come soak with me.My website: flywithlily.com
Send us Fan MailWe sit down with travel expert Angie Orth, host of Traveling with AAA and founder of AngieAway.com, to talk about the kind of travel that feels vivid and real: big bucket list wins, smart planning, and what to do when the “easy route” disappears overnight. Angie takes us from a Maldives liveaboard dive retreat with whale sharks and tiger sharks to the moment war-related airspace closures strand travelers and force a costly, creative path home. Along the way, we dig into practical travel advice that actually matters, like staying flexible, knowing alternate flight routes, and budgeting for disruption so you can make decisions fast instead of panicking. We also swap destination stories and grounded tips: Bahamas island hopping in Exuma with wildlife you would not expect, Egypt travel and why a guide can make culture shock feel like discovery, and a quick-hit Las Vegas trip built around the Sphere and great food. Plus, there is Costa Rica dental tourism, a brutal bullet ant bite, a Natchez Trace Parkway road trip warning about national park speeding tickets, Finger Lakes wine on a budget, Kauai hiking reality checks, and an Alaska finale featuring northern lights and grizzlies. **Angie Orth describes herself as a tour guide for global shenanigans, worldwide wanderlust, and misadventures near and far. Podcast host Lea Lane has traveled to over 100 countries, and has written nine books, including the award-winning Places I Remember (Kirkus Reviews star rating, and 'one of the top 100 Indie books of the year'). She has contributed to dozens of guidebooks and has written thousands of travel articles. Read her weekly essays on Substack._____Our award-winning travel podcast, Places I Remember with Lea Lane, has produced over 130 travel episodes! New episodes drop on the first Tuesday of the month, on Apple, Spotify, and wherever you listen to podcasts. All episodes are also on her website: placesirememberlealane.com_____Travel vlogs of featured podcasts-- with video and graphics -- now also drop on YouTube.
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The World Cup is not just a tournament, it is a moving map. Watching fans show up with songs, costumes, and total pride for their home countries reminded me how quickly a game can turn into real travel inspiration. Even if soccer is not your thing, the feeling is hard to miss: community, curiosity, and that sudden urge to look up a country you had not considered in years.We talk about how big global events shine a spotlight on places you might never have put on your travel list. Japan's culture of respect, Scotland's all-out fun, Norway's crowd energy, and a first-time underdog like Cabo Verde can spark a brand-new “I want to go there” moment. That is where better travel planning starts, especially for solo women travelers: not with what is trendy, but with what genuinely pulls you in.Then I zoom out to a practical framework I love: travel with a why. Your why can be pure fun, but it helps to choose something you already care about and let it guide the destination. Think festivals, lantern nights, tulips in Amsterdam, cherry blossoms in Japan, the Northern Lights, music you would cross an ocean for, or even writing retreats if you prefer quieter experiences. When you build a trip around an event, you get the best kind of bonus, the experience you came for plus a deeper taste of local culture.I also share what I am dreaming about next, from future World Cup plans in Portugal, Spain, and Morocco to the butterfly migration in Mexico, plus an important update on the podcast schedule and where you can hear me as a guest soon. If this sparked a destination idea, subscribe, share the show with a friend, and leave a review so more sister travelers can find their next adventure.Support the showhttps://www.cherylbeckesch.comhello@cherylbeckesch.comInstagram @solotraveladventures50
Hosts Angie Sparks and Justin Walter open with a member highlight—Lori's Northern Lights trip to Finland with her son—before diving into a busy news week. Wyndham Rewards is overhauling its award chart to four fixed tiers (5,000–45,000 points/night) starting September 15, 2026, with most hotels expected to stay in the lower tiers. Asiana Airlines will exit Star Alliance on December 16, 2026 as part of its Korean Air merger, though bookings and elite benefits continue as normal until then. One Key Rewards (Expedia/Hotels.com/Vrbo) is making changes effective July 28 that look like a net negative—boosting non-flight earning to 3% OneKeyCash while killing flight earnings and dropping its Hotel Price Guarantee. And Bilt Rewards added Preferred Hotels & Resorts' “I Prefer” program as a new transfer partner as of June 22.On the personal front, Angie's chasing spend on an Alaska business card and two Amex Business Platinum cards (timed conveniently around their Milwaukee meetup payments), plus deposits down for Morocco and golf trip tours—now hunting flights to Ireland for four. Justin knocked out bonuses on a United Explorer and Citi AAdvantage card, celebrated landing a Ritz-Carlton card in the household, and is weighing Delta One vs. AA business class for a Rome trip while a Munich trip hangs in the balance.The main topic tackles whether Delta SkyMiles still deserves its “SkyPesos” reputation, pointing to a string of elevated card offers and Thrifty Traveler Premium alerts suggesting real value can be found with the right search strategy (round-trip searches often price better). They close with a timely tip: burn those credit card credits before June ends—Justin's using his Uber credit on dinner that very night.Where to Find UsThe Award Travel 101 Facebook Community.To book time with our team, check out Award Travel 1-on-1.You can also email us at 101@award.travelBuy your Award Travel 101 Merch hereReserve tickets to our Late Summer 2026 Meetup in Milwaukee now. award.travel/mke2026Our partner CardPointers helps us get the most from our cards. Signup today at https://cardpointers.com/at101 for a 30% discount on annual and lifetime subscriptions! Lastly, we appreciate your support of the AT101 Podcast/Community when you signup for your next card!Technical note: Some user experience difficulty streaming the podcast while connected to a VPN. If you have difficulty, disconnect from your VPN.
Walter Sterling kicks off the hour with a sweet 21st birthday tribute to his daughter before launching into a fiery, hilarious debate with retired Catholic priest Father Jim Drucker about the tragic "death" of the American sedan—and why they blame women's design preferences for the inescapable rise of "ugly" SUVs and minivans. The heat continues as Walter roasts the NYC mayor's "satanic" decree for residents to set their thermostats to 78 degrees to avoid brownouts. Next, Dr. Sky drops in to explain the massive, grid-busting solar flares and coronal mass ejections that are currently knocking out power in Canada and bringing the Northern Lights further south. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Hear stories about life in the Arctic, from polar bears and midnight sun to dog sledding, ice hotels and Aurora magic. ============================ Get the Monday Minute my weekly email with 3 personal recs for travel, culture, and living beyond borders you can read in 60 seconds. ============================ ON THIS EPISODE What happens when a life-changing trip to see the Northern Lights inspires you to leave England, move to Swedish Lapland, and raise your family in the Arctic? In this episode, Jonny Cooper shares his journey from UK DJ and IT professional to founder of Off the Map Travel and resident of Arctic Sweden. We explore the realities of life under the midnight sun, raising bilingual children in a culture deeply connected to nature, and what he has learned from the Indigenous Sámi people. Jonny also shares unforgettable stories from across the Nordic Arctic, including dog sledding with Inuit communities in Greenland, encountering the unique realities of Svalbard's polar bear country, staying in world-famous ice hotels, and witnessing the awe-inspiring magic of the Aurora Borealis. Whether you're fascinated by Arctic travel, Nordic culture, family life abroad, Indigenous wisdom, or the transformative power of immersive travel, this episode offers a rare window into one of the world's most extraordinary regions. → Full show notes with direct links to everything discussed are available here. ============================ FREE RESOURCES FOR YOU: See my Top 10 Apps For Digital Nomads See my Top 10 Books For Digital Nomads See my 7 Keys For Building A Remote Business (Even in a space that's not traditionally virtual) Watch my Video Training on Stylish Minimalist Packing so you can join #TeamCarryOn See the Travel Gear I Use and Recommend See How I Produce The Maverick Show Podcast (The equipment, services & vendors I use) ============================ ENJOYING THE SHOW? Follow The Maverick Show on Instagram and DM Matt to continue the conversation Please leave a rating and review — it really helps the show and I read each one personally You can buy me a coffee — espressos help me produce significantly better podcast episodes! :)
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