Podcasts about Norwegian

Tim talks about his eight night sailing on Carnival Magic to Aruba, Bonaire, and Curacao in the Southern Caribbean. This ABC cruise left from Port Miami and had an extended stay at each of the islands lasting into the evening.  Doug Parker and cruise news reporter Richard Simms discuss major cruise industry updates. Cruise news topics include Celebrity Infinity's canceled sailing after a technical issue and a reported small electrical fire, a dramatic rescue at sea by Radiance of the Seas, and protests against Royal Caribbean's new Perfect Day Mexico project.  They also cover Carnival's new dining venues on Australian ships and Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings' $2 billion ship order, plus activist investor Elliott Management's push for leadership changes at Norwegian. 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.

Based on their recent research article, the Seilers discuss the proliferation of training zone systems and compare them to the highly touted Norwegian five-zone model.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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(Almost) the entire pod is about the Olympics this week. Sorry, not sorry. Caroline and Blake beg the question: why are winter Olympic athletes so much more unhinged than the summer ones? From a Norwegian biathlete's very public cheating confession to a gold medalist's credit card fraud conviction, we dive deep into the most wild stories from the week. In this episode, we also cover: Why the NFLPA can no longer publish its report cards publicly – and why that's a loss for the league What Joe Judge gets wrong about fatherhood in Trinidad Chambliss' eligibility testimony What Breanna Stewart's off-season move to play in Turkey could mean for the WNBA season A Canadian curling scandal ft. the Swedish…surveillance state?  Going for the Golds:  Milan-Cortina c*ndoms restocked at the village: https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/olympics/2026/02/17/winter-olympics-condom-supply-shortage/88715151007/ Taylor Swift presents…the “Blade Angels”: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DU1aS--Aan4/?igsh=ZGg3Mm15aTc2NWJl Benoit Richaud's changes outfits more than his skaters: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DU3CTbdjY95/  Follow Well Played on IG: @wellplayedbytheskimm  Blake on IG: @blaaakkkke Caroline on IG: @cghendy theSkimm on IG: @theskimm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott sets out for the South Pole in November of 1911 - trying to attempting the Norwegian team under Roald Amundsen. Sponsors: Quince. Get free shipping with your order by using code EXPLORERS at quince.com/explorers Factor. Go to factormeals.com/explorers50off and use code explorers50off for 50 percent off and free breakfast for a year. New subscribers only, varies by plan. 1 free breakfast item per box for 1 year while subscription is active. The Explorers Podcast is part of the Airwave Media Network: www.airwavemedia.com Interested in advertising on the Explorers Podcast? Email us at advertising@airwavemedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NotesYou can listen to the accompanying playlist on Apple Music and SpotifyYou, too, may want to learn about this mahjong situation brewing in the Midwest with Barbara. It's the Olympics. Defector is covering all the news stories we want to know about, including the Curling Drama between Sweden and Canada, the ice dancers are super villains, and this Norwegian skier is an idiot.Happy Black History Month! Jen did something cool at The Newberry Library. It was part of the Douglass Day transcribe-a-thon, transcribing information about the Colored Conventions. You can still participate using Zooniverse, and looking for the Douglass Day Project.Sarah enjoyed learning about the Asking Dumb Questions class at Yale. Tom Breihan writes a column The Number Ones at Stereogum, and Jen also enjoys a similar Slate podcast called Hit Parade. Here's the spreadsheet of February hits, and a playlist of songs we talked about today! The Macarena is a song about love triangles! Bad Romance by Lady Gaga is on this list, but we only talk about books we like. The DJ book Jen couldn't remember was Rival Radio by Kathryn Nolan. The Stud Budz, WNBA players Courtney Williams & Natisha Hiedeman, did a long livestream during the 2025 All...

The federal government announces a new -- and ambitious -- defence strategy that prioritizes Canadian-made military equipment -- and promises up to 125,000 new jobs.A U.S. radio host claims that a Google AI tool that creates uncannily real-sounding podcasts copied his voice without permission -- so he's taking the company to court. We remember the late civil rights activist, Jesse Jackson -- whose activism and presidential run fundamentally changed American politics. Determined divers found a Lake Michigan shipwreck after 150 years -- then sat on the news until they could fully document it. One diver tells us keeping the secret was a struggle. After an unfortunate error during the Olympic slalom, and a terrible personal tragedy, a Norwegian skier takes his skis off and walks into a nearby forest.In the '90s, photographer Anne Geddes dressed babies up as plants, cabbages, and pea pods for her first coffee table book "Down in the Garden." Now she's inviting the 30-something former models to get back in touch.As It Happens, the Tuesday Edition. Radio that assumes she's trying to make a peas offering.

Lutherans are a strange denomination in American religious history and culture. For Catholics they are certainly Protestants. For Protestants they are crypto-Catholics. While they have been around since the Swedes established their short-lived colony on the Delaware River, they have typically received as much attention in the American imagination as the short-lived Swedish colony on the Delaware River. But my guest Timothy D. Grundmeier has a different point of view. He argues in his new book Lutheranism and American Culture: The Making of a Distinctive Faith that Lutheranism was a central component of nineteenth-century American religion and of the era of the Civil War. This is because Lutherans were numerous, the nation's fourth largest denomination by 1900; they were uniquely positioned in the American religious landscape; and they almost invariably expressed the opinion of the “moderate majority” in Union states outside the Northeast. And, as with every other aspect of American society, Lutheranism was reshaped by the struggle of the Civil War, and Reconstruction.Timothy D. Grundmeier is professor of history at Martin Luther College in New Ulm, Minnesota. Lutheranism and American Culture is his first book.Chapters00:00:00 - Introduction 00:02:60 - What is Lutheranism? 00:06:21 - The Civil War Era Defined 00:09:01 - Three Varieties of American Lutheranism 00:19:44 - The Old Lutherans and Missouri Synod 00:27:38 - How the Civil War Fractured Lutheranism 00:39:36 - The Slavery Debate: Walter and the Norwegians 00:47:20 - Lutheran Quietism After the Civil War 00:52:38 - The Great Lutheran Realignment 01:02:35 - Ideas, Institutions, and Cultural Context

In this episode, we're chatting about a Jamaica Plain, a beloved and eclectic Boston neighborhood. Longtime resident and amateur historian Gretchen Grozier talks about the area's long history, its major landmarks, and its particular charms. Zach Wheeler has rib in closet. (Bryce Harper removes blood.) Reading "Iced Coffees" Jordan's Furniture loves making sports bets. Norwegian skier crashes out.  Have feedback on this episode or ideas for upcoming topics? DM me on Instagram, email me, or send a voice memo. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew, Ben, and Tom discuss Elliot's stake in Norwegian, YTD bond performance, and Anthropic's plan for AI guardrails. Join our live YouTube stream Monday through Friday at 8:30 AM EST:http://www.youtube.com/@TheMorningMarketBriefingPlease see disclosures:https://www.narwhal.com/disclosure

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"This man is constantly DJ-ing..." This week, Ann and Amanda discuss the Winter Olympics (confessions of a Norwegian biathlete), Summer House (Amanda and Kyle's relationship), and more!We release two types of episodes -- pop culture/reality TV chats (that's this one!) and interviews. If you missed our recent interviews with Kate Riccio and Kevin Grossman, we HIGHLY recommend you check those out!WSANDA SUBMISSIONS: wsandasubmissions@gmail.comFollow us on instagram @wesignedannda @mikiannmaddox @liffordthebigreddog so you can slither in our DMs with constructive feedback, but please, for the love of god, don't cyberbully us. We're fragile :-/If you're picking up what we're putting down and want even more Ann and Amanda comedy content, support us on Patreon. You have no idea how many times we've said "Wait, this is too batshit.....we'll put it on Patreon." Our cover art was made by America's sweetheart, producer Maddy, and our theme song features parts of "Kawaii Til I Die" by Starjunk 95 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Unlocking Ancestral Secrets: A Young Historian's Quest Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-02-17-23-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Om vinteren, når snøen dekker Oslo som et mykt teppe, glitrer Vikingeskipsmuseet som en perle ved sjøen.En: In the winter, when the snow covers Oslo like a soft blanket, the Vikingeskipsmuseet glistens like a pearl by the sea.No: Inne i museet, mellom majestetiske skip og vikingarv, står Astrid.En: Inside the museum, among majestic ships and Viking heritage, stands Astrid.No: Hun er en ung historiker.En: She is a young historian, passionately devoted to exploring her family's past.No: Lidenskapelig opptatt av å utforske sin families fortid.En: Her greatest wish is to prove that her ancestors were great among the Vikings.No: Hennes største ønske er å bevise at hennes forfedre var storheter blant vikinger.En: Lars, an older museum curator, is skeptical of Astrid's claim.No: "Vi trenger håndfaste bevis," sier Lars, og rister på hodet når Astrid spør om hjelp.En: "We need solid evidence," says Lars, shaking his head when Astrid asks for help.No: Været er ugjestmildt.En: The weather is inhospitable.No: Vinden hyler utenfor mens isen klorer på vinduene, men Astrid lar seg ikke stoppe.En: The wind howls outside while the ice claws at the windows, but Astrid is not deterred.No: Hun bestemmer seg.En: She makes a decision.No: Denne natten vil hun snike seg inn i museets restrikterte arkiver.En: This night, she will sneak into the museum's restricted archives.No: Mikkel, en venn av Astrid, advarer henne.En: Mikkel, a friend of Astrid, warns her.No: "Det er risikabelt," sier han med uro i stemmen.En: "It's risky," he says with concern in his voice.No: Men Astrid er bestemt.En: But Astrid is determined.No: Hun vil finne sannheten.En: She will find the truth.No: Natten omfavner Oslo, og museet ligger stille.En: Night embraces Oslo, and the museum lies silent.No: Astrid puster dypt, tripper gjennom korridorene som en skygge.En: Astrid takes a deep breath, tiptoeing through the corridors like a shadow.No: Hun kjenner lukten av gammelt treverk og lær.En: She smells the scent of old wood and leather.No: Det beroliger henne.En: It calms her.No: I arkivet er det mørkt, men Astrid har med seg en lommelykt.En: In the archive, it is dark, but Astrid has brought a flashlight.No: Hun leser hyller fulle av gulnede papirer.En: She reads through shelves full of yellowed papers.No: Fingrene hennes glir over titalls bøker og dokumenter.En: Her fingers glide over dozens of books and documents.No: Så, i en støvete, gammel bok, finner hun det hun leter etter: Et kart med hennes slektsnavn, innrisset som en hemmelig beskjed fra fortiden.En: Then, in a dusty old book, she finds what she is looking for: A map with her family name, inscribed as a secret message from the past.No: Spente fingre blar forsiktig gjennom manuset.En: Excited fingers carefully flip through the manuscript.No: Hjertet hennes banker raskt.En: Her heart beats rapidly.No: Her står det—hennes forfedre var ikke bare vanlige vikinger.En: Here it is—her ancestors were not just ordinary Vikings.No: De var oppdagelsesreisende!En: They were explorers!No: Hennes forfader ledet et ekspedisjon over ukjente hav.En: Her forefather led an expedition across unknown seas.No: Dokumentet er gammelt, men det er ekte.En: The document is old, but it is genuine.No: Med dokumentet i hånden, drar hun tilbake til Lars' kontor.En: With the document in hand, she returns to Lars' office.No: "Se her!" utbryter hun, mens morgenlyset begynner å gradvis fylle rommet.En: "Look here!" she exclaims, as the morning light gradually begins to fill the room.No: Skepsisen i Lars' blikk forsvinner sakte, erstattet av forundring.En: The skepticism in Lars' eyes slowly disappears, replaced by astonishment.No: Astrids funn er betagende.En: Astrid's discovery is captivating.No: Historien hennes blir anerkjent, og beviset er uomtvistelig.En: Her story is acknowledged, and the evidence is undeniable.No: Astrid står der, stolt og selvsikker.En: Astrid stands there, proud and confident.No: Hun har bevist sin families arv.En: She has proven her family's legacy.No: Endelig kan hun fortelle historien med hode hevet.En: Finally, she can tell the story with her head held high.No: Hun smiler mot Lars og Mikkel.En: She smiles at Lars and Mikkel.No: Vinteren utenfor er kald, men i Astrids hjerte brenner ilden av en seier.En: The winter outside is cold, but in Astrid's heart burns the fire of victory.No: Hun er ikke bare en historiker.En: She is not just a historian.No: Hun er en del av historien selv.En: She is part of history itself. Vocabulary Words:majestic: majestetiskeheritage: arvhistorian: historikerancestors: forfedreskeptical: skeptiskevidence: bevisinhospitable: ugjestmildthowls: hylerdeterred: stopperestricted: restrikterterisky: risikabeltconcern: urocorridors: korridorenecalms: beroligerflashlight: lommelyktinscribed: innrissetmanuscript: manusordinary: vanligeexplorers: oppdagelsesreisendeexpedition: ekspedisjonseas: havgenuine: ekteastonishment: forundringcaptivating: betagendeacknowledged: anerkjentundeniable: uomtvisteligconfident: selvsikkerlegacy: arvvictory: seierpart: del

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Conquering Heights: Erik's Journey of Courage at Holmenkollen Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-02-17-08-38-20-no Story Transcript:No: Holmenkollen reiste seg stolt mot den klare vinterhimmelen, stålkonstruksjonen dekket med snøflekker og omkranset av hvitkledde trær.En: Holmenkollen rose proudly against the clear winter sky, the steel structure covered with patches of snow and surrounded by snow-clad trees.No: Erik stod ved foten av bakken, øynene stirrende oppover med en blanding av frykt og fascinasjon.En: Erik stood at the foot of the hill, his eyes staring upward with a mix of fear and fascination.No: I dag var skoleklassen på tur til Holmenkollen, og det var en opplevelse mange hadde gledet seg til.En: Today, the school class was on a trip to Holmenkollen, and it was an experience many had been looking forward to.No: Erik, en forsiktig men nysgjerrig elev, likte egentlig ski.En: Erik, a cautious but curious student, actually liked skiing.No: Men tanken på høyder fikk det til å knyte seg i magen hans.En: But the thought of heights made his stomach knot.No: Ved hans side stod Liv, hans beste venn.En: By his side stood Liv, his best friend.No: Hun elsket eventyr og utfordringer, alltid klar for neste store ting.En: She loved adventure and challenges, always ready for the next big thing.No: Sindre, gruppens selvsikre leder, inntok en guide-rolle mens han pekte opp mot toppen av hoppbakken.En: Sindre, the confident leader of the group, assumed the role of guide while pointing up to the top of the ski jump.No: "Skal vi ta turen opp?" spurte han ivrig.En: "Shall we go up?" he asked eagerly.No: Erik nølte, mens Liv nikket entusiastisk.En: Erik hesitated, while Liv nodded enthusiastically.No: "Kom igjen, Erik," sa Liv og smilte varmt.En: "Come on, Erik," said Liv, smiling warmly.No: "Jeg blir med hele veien."En: "I'll be with you all the way."No: Med en dyp innånding bestemte Erik seg for å gi det et forsøk.En: With a deep breath, Erik decided to give it a try.No: Sammen begynte de klatringen opp de lange trappene.En: Together, they began climbing the long stairs.No: Hver trinn brakte Erik nærmere toppen, og hjertet hans dunket raskere for hvert steg.En: Each step brought Erik closer to the top, and his heart beat faster with each stride.No: "Du kan ta pauser hvis du trenger det," foreslo Liv da de nådde midtveis.En: "You can take breaks if you need to," Liv suggested when they reached halfway.No: Erik pustet tungt men han bestemte seg for å fortsette.En: Erik was breathing heavily, but he decided to continue.No: Han ville se utsikten fra toppen, følelsen av å overvinne sitt indre monster virket verdt det.En: He wanted to see the view from the top; the feeling of conquering his inner monster seemed worth it.No: Endelig nådde de plattformen.En: Finally, they reached the platform.No: Erik kikket ut over den glitrende byen.En: Erik looked out over the sparkling city.No: Den utstrakte skogen og fjerne hustak gled utover horisonten.En: The expansive forest and distant rooftops spread out into the horizon.No: Følelsen av å stå der oppe, omfavnet av kulden, var overveldende men også utrolig.En: The feeling of standing up there, embraced by the cold, was overwhelming but also incredible.No: "Dette er fantastisk," pustet Erik lettet.En: "This is amazing," Erik breathed with relief.No: Han hadde ingen intensjon om å hoppe, men det var heller ikke nødvendig.En: He had no intention of jumping, but it wasn't necessary.No: Han hadde allerede oppnådd det viktigste – å overvinne frykten som hadde holdt ham tilbake.En: He had already achieved the most important thing – overcoming the fear that had held him back.No: Sammen vendte de tilbake, Erik med en ny glød av selvtillit i øynene.En: Together they returned, Erik with a new glow of confidence in his eyes.No: Liv gav ham et klapp på skulderen.En: Liv gave him a pat on the shoulder.No: "Stolt av deg," sa hun oppriktig.En: "Proud of you," she said sincerely.No: Erik smilte til Liv og Sindre.En: Erik smiled at Liv and Sindre.No: Han hadde forstått noe viktig denne dagen; noen ganger handlet det ikke om å ta store skritt, men bare om å ta skritt fremover i det hele tatt.En: He had understood something important that day; sometimes it wasn't about taking big steps but just about moving forward at all.No: Livets største suksesser kunne være like enkle som å stå oppreist på en høyde og omfavne den vidstrakte verden rundt seg.En: Life's greatest successes could be as simple as standing tall on a height and embracing the expansive world around you. Vocabulary Words:proudly: stoltsteel: stålkonstruksjonensurrounded: omkransetcautious: forsiktigcurious: nysgjerrigheights: høyderknot: knyteadventure: eventyrleader: lederguide: guidehesitated: nølteenthusiastically: entusiastiskplatform: plattformsparkling: glitrendeexpansive: utstrakterooftops: hustakhorizon: horisontenembraced: omfavnetoverwhelming: overveldendeincredible: utroligintention: intensjonachieved: oppnåddconquering: overvinnefear: fryktensincerely: oppriktigsuccesses: suksessersimple: enklestanding tall: stå oppreistembracing: omfavnedistant: fjerne

Selv om det er vinterferie og Espen har dratt til Alpene, stiller PC Reithe som supervikar sammen med Christian og spiller inn ukens episode mandag 16. februar. Vi skal innom Norwegians rekordresultat, WizzClass, nye flykjøp og går det bra med BRA nå? Velkommen ombord på flight 374.AKTUELT:Rekordresultat for NorwegianIcelandair med ny rute til NorgeWizzAir ruller ut WizzClass over hele nettetAir Canada bestiller A350-1000Maersk Air faser ut 767BRA enige med piloteneNy logojet fra Brussels Airlines

RUNDOWN   Episode 371 opens with Mitch's Saturday night unraveling after watching Song Sung Blue and realizing the Buddy Holly–impersonating character played by Michael Imperioli is allegedly his celebrity twin — a comparison he loudly rejects as it derails the entire movie. With Hotshot fanning the flames, the show pivots into the annual Prediction Show recap, replaying last year's bold Seahawks takes — including a seven-win forecast and Mike Macdonald job jeopardy — before grading every prediction and crowning a 2025 champion. Mitch revisits last year's Prediction Show, replaying Dave Grosby, Jason Puckett, and Danny O'Neil's confident forecasts for 2025 — from Russell Wilson's salary and Geno Smith's future to Mike Macdonald's job security and a Seahawks Super Bowl run no one predicted. The segment tracks hits, misses, and wildly wrong calls, including gloomy seven-win projections and John Schneider pink slips that never came. With halftime scoring tallied and bragging rights on the line, the stage is set for Episode 372's official crowning of the 2025 Prediction Champion. The second half of the 2025 Prediction Show grading delivers more swings and misses as Mitch revisits bold calls from Dave Grosby, Jason Puckett, and Danny O'Neil on Julio Rodríguez, Cal Raleigh's contract, Paul Skenes, Shohei Ohtani, Tiger Woods, NBA expansion, and Sam Darnold's future. From Oklahoma City's title run to Pete Carroll playoff dreams and wild card chaos involving Jeff Bezos and the Kraken, the predictions range from razor-close to wildly off base. Mitch and Professor Slick bask in the lingering glow of the Seahawks' Super Bowl championship before veering into breaking "news" that Mitch left his iconic bell in Santa Clara — sparking a hilarious Rocky-inspired replacement plan involving Bunco night. The conversation shifts to spring training, where Slick sounds early alarms about the Mariners' pitching depth and offensive ceiling, while Mitch pushes back with optimism centered on Bryce Miller's return to form.   GUESTS   Dave Grosby | Seattle sports radio personality Jason Puckett | Seattle sports radio host and founder of The Daily Puck Drop Danny O'Neil | Veteran Seattle sports columnist and longtime Seahawks analyst Professor Slick | Seattle sports commentator and longtime Seahawks fan favorite   TABLE OF CONTENTS   0:00 | Doppelgänger Meltdown, Birthday Roll Call, and the Prediction Show Reckoning 19:09 | Prediction Show Reckoning — Revisiting the Bold (and Brutal) 2025 Forecasts. 34:37 | Prediction Show Reckoning, Part II — Bold Claims, Wild Cards, and a Surprise Champion 49:03 | GUEST: Professor Slick; "I Left My Bell in Santa Clara" — Super Bowl Afterglow, Aging, and Early Mariners Anxiety 1:21:30 | Other Stuff Segment: Jason Puckett wins 2025 Prediction Show title, David Crosby predicts Seahawks win 7 games and miss playoffs, Canadian curler Mark Kennedy profanity blowup at Sweden's Oscar Erickson over alleged rock-touching violation, Mitch's Winter Olympics viewing habits and curling being "hypnotic", 12th Man Rising floats Seahawks sale idea to Mackenzie Scott and Melinda Gates, NBA All-Star Weekend boredom and Mac McClung dunk contest absence, viral AI "Michael Jordan" dunk contest rant, Adam Silver expansion comments with Seattle + Las Vegas timeline frustration, Mariners nearly reaching World Series plus Seahawks Super Bowl creating "Seattle sports trifecta" potential with NBA return, Charlie Woods commits to Florida State over Stanford, Sam Darnold and Kenneth Walker Disneyland teacups video, Tyson vs Mayweather tease, Norwegian biathlete Sturla Holm Lægreid(?) emotional cheating confession post-medal interview, Joey Porter Sr. blasts Ben Roethlisberger as a bad teammate/person, Stefon Diggs arraignment over alleged assault of personal chef, Britney Spears sells music catalog rights to Primary Wave for $200M RIPs: James VanDerBeek, Tracy Scroggins

We are officially living the "O-head" Olympic lifestyle, but the podium isn't all glory. This week, we're debating Lindsey Vonn's controversial decision to compete on a torn ACL. Was it a display of heart, or did she rob a healthy athlete of their shot at gold? Plus, we break down the most unhinged post-race interview in history: a Norwegian bronze medalist who decided a global broadcast was the perfect place to trauma-dump about his infidelity and recent breakup.The conversation takes a serious turn as we dive into the Lucy Letby case. We analyze the trial of the neonatal nurse convicted of murdering infants and ask the tough question: was justice served, or did a flawed medical system produce a flawed trial?We also tackle the modern feminist dilemma of splitting the bill on a first date and explore the dark side of the creator economy—YouTubers who use FOIA requests to profit off body cam footage of women being arrested. Finally, Sarah is prepping for jury duty, and we're taking bets on how long it takes her to turn the courtroom into a Law & Order episode. #LucyLetby #OlympicDrama #LindseyVonn #TrueCrimePodcast #FirstDateEtiquetteBrain Candy Podcast Website - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/Brain Candy Podcast Book Recommendations - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/books/Brain Candy Podcast Merchandise - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/candy-store/Brain Candy Podcast Candy Club - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/product/candy-club/Brain Candy Podcast Sponsor Codes - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/support-us/Brain Candy Podcast Social Media & Platforms:Brain Candy Podcast LIVE Interactive Trivia Nights - https://www.youtube.com/@BrainCandyPodcast/streamsBrain Candy Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcastHost Susie Meister Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susiemeisterHost Sarah Rice Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imsarahriceBrain Candy Podcast on X: https://www.x.com/braincandypodBrain Candy Podcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/braincandy (JOIN FREE - TONS OF REALITY TV CONTENT)Brain Candy Podcast Sponsors, partnerships, & Products that we love:For 50% off your order, head to https://www.dailylook.com and use code BRAINCANDYFor a limited time, get 60% off your first order, plus free shipping, when you head to https://www.smalls.com/braincandyHead to https://www.brodo.com/CANDY for 20% off your first subscription order and use code CANDY for an additional $10 off. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

During World War Two, whilst Norway was occupied by Nazi Germany, a group of Norwegian sailors set up a base on the Shetland Islands and began aiding their country's resistance. Named “The Shetland Bus” they made perilous journeys across the North Sea in fishing boats - smuggling agents, equipment and ammunition into Norway. Their most famous skipper was Leif Larsen. He made more than 50 journeys to and from occupied Norway during the war and became one of the highest decorated naval officers of World War Two. Tim O'Callaghan tells his story using archive interviews Leif gave to the BBC in 1981 and 1985. Eye-witness accounts brought to life by archive. Witness History is for those fascinated by the past. We take you to the events that have shaped our world through the eyes of the people who were there. For nine minutes every day, we take you back in time and all over the world, to examine wars, coups, scientific discoveries, cultural moments and much more. Recent episodes explore everything from the death of Adolf Hitler, the first spacewalk and the making of the movie Jaws, to celebrity tortoise Lonesome George, the Kobe earthquake and the invention of superglue. We look at the lives of some of the most famous leaders, artists, scientists and personalities in history, including: Eva Peron – Argentina's Evita; President Ronald Reagan and his famous ‘tear down this wall' speech; Thomas Keneally on why he wrote Schindler's List; and Jacques Derrida, France's ‘rock star' philosopher. You can learn all about fascinating and surprising stories, such as the civil rights swimming protest; the disastrous D-Day rehearsal; and the death of one of the world's oldest languages.(Photo: The Shetland Bus crew, Leif Larsen second from left next to agent in white coat. Credit: David Howarth)

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Content Warning: Blood and Gore, Medical MalpracticeCareful what elective medical procedures and/or operas you listen to, or else! That's just one of the many ideas in Repo! The Genetic Opera (2008), which we're unpacking with the help of returning guest Dominic Noble. Where to find Dom:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheDomBlueSky: @dominicnoble.bsky.socialContact the Podmoviestruckpod@gmail.comwww.moviestruck.transistor.fmPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/moviestruckDiscord: https://discord.gg/cT2vm3KdeSBlueSky: @moviestruck.bsky.socialTheme by Prod. DomSoundcloudThank you to our $10 Patrons!Kaeldrannas, Cai, Maddy New, Adam Bagnall, Christian Jolliff, UwU, Zas, Ken M, Madidid, Ethan, Jim8333, Jacob Hunt, Azraq Shinji, Case Aiken, AnOptimist, Lairde Ray, the Norwegian one, Travis Poe, William Warren, Stag Hart (Deer Deer), Rusty_Fork, Mura Purcell, insomnite, Nathan Dunlap. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Yo Aunteas are back and the tea is piping hot! This week, we kick off with a powerful celebration of Black History Month, featuring a special look at the incredible career of Dr. Anthony Revis, a chemist, inventor, and pastor who holds a staggering 45 patents (and just happens to be Auntea Kerel's Dad)! Then, we're pivoting to the biggest stages in the world: Super Bowl LXI Recap: Was Bad Bunny's halftime show the vibe we needed? Plus, we shout out Maria Taylor for making Super Bowl history. 2026 Winter Olympics: We break down "Penis Gate" (yes, it's a thing) and Ask Yo Aunteas: the cringeworthy moment a Norwegian medalist used his victory to confess to cheating... on his girlfriend. Stonewall Flag Controversy: A serious talk on the removal of the Pride flag from the national monument and what it means for our community in this election year. So, get them cups ready, subscribe, and leave us a review! Tea Stamps: 00:00 Intro 01:13 Celebrating Black History Month 06:09 Highlighting Personal Achievements and Family Legacy 13:08 Maria Taylor 15:43 Celebrating The Seahawks Super Bowl 16:51 Unity Through Sports 17:57 The Culture of Hate 20:14 Understanding Cultural Significance 21:30 The Power of Love Over Hate 23:20 Bad Bunny Halftime Show 26:35 Super Bowl Commercials 34:33 Winter  Olympics 38:37 What Sport Would We Do? 41:16 Olympic Outfits and Penisgate 48:01 Tea Break 48:54 AYA: The Norway Cheater 01:01:03 Stonewall National Monument 01:02:52 Community Responsibility and Activism 01:06:44 Devil Wears Prada 2 01:09:09 Benediction 01:09:58 Blooper

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Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Lars' Frosty Quest: Unlocking Dreams at Oslo's Winter Fest Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-02-16-08-38-20-no Story Transcript:No: Lars pustet dypt inn den kalde vinterluften idet han steg inn i Vigelandsparken, kledd i sin tykke ullfrakk.En: Lars took a deep breath of the cold winter air as he stepped into Vigelandsparken, dressed in his thick wool coat.No: Snøen knirket under hans støvler mens han beveget seg blant de store skulpturene.En: The snow crunched under his boots as he moved among the large sculptures.No: Parken var forvandlet til et vinterlandskap, med hver skulptur dekket av en tynn kappe av frost, som gjorde dem nesten magiske å se på.En: The park had been transformed into a winter landscape, with each sculpture covered in a thin layer of frost, making them look almost magical.No: Det var vinter skulpturfestival i Oslo, og folk hadde strømmet til fra hele byen.En: It was the winter sculpture festival in Oslo, and people had flocked in from all over the city.No: Barn lo og lekte i snøen, og en svak duft av nykokt gløgg hang i luften.En: Children laughed and played in the snow, and a faint scent of freshly cooked gløgg lingered in the air.No: Lars var spent, men også litt nervøs.En: Lars was excited but also a bit nervous.No: Han håpet å møte Ingrid, den berømte kunstneren.En: He hoped to meet Ingrid, the famous artist.No: Lars hadde med seg sin skissebok.En: Lars had brought his sketchbook.No: Den var fylt med hans egne tegninger og ideer.En: It was filled with his own drawings and ideas.No: Han ønsket å vise Ingrid hva han kunne.En: He wanted to show Ingrid what he could do.No: Kanskje han kunne få en læreplass hos henne.En: Maybe he could get an apprenticeship with her.No: Han drømte om å bli en stor skulptør en dag.En: He dreamed of becoming a great sculptor one day.No: Inne i parken var det en skulptur som fanget oppmerksomheten hans.En: Inside the park, there was one sculpture that caught his attention.No: Det var en enorm figur laget av is, med intrikate detaljer som fascinerte de forbipasserende.En: It was an enormous figure made of ice, with intricate details that fascinated the passersby.No: Mens han beundret den, så han plutselig Ingrid i mengden.En: As he admired it, he suddenly saw Ingrid in the crowd.No: Hun sto og studerte skulpturen nøye.En: She was standing and studying the sculpture carefully.No: Lars svelget nervøst og begynte å gå mot henne, men akkurat da merket han noe som fikk hjertet hans til å synke.En: Lars swallowed nervously and started to walk towards her, but just then he noticed something that made his heart sink.No: Skisseboken hans var borte!En: His sketchbook was gone!No: Han lette febrilsk i lommene og ryggsekken, men den var ingen steder å finne.En: He searched frantically in his pockets and backpack, but it was nowhere to be found.No: Og Ingrid hadde forsvunnet også.En: And Ingrid had disappeared too.No: Fortvilet sto han der, men så la han merke til noe merkelig.En: Desperate, he stood there, but then he noticed something strange.No: Rester av små, fnugg-formede ledetråder var plassert ved foten av is-skulpturen.En: Remnants of small, snowflake-shaped clues were placed at the foot of the ice sculpture.No: Lars så nærmere og oppdaget en liten lapp på bakken: "Oppdag kunsten, følg sporene.En: Lars looked closer and discovered a small note on the ground: "Discover the art, follow the tracks."No: "Med et bankende hjerte besluttet Lars å følge sporene.En: With a pounding heart, Lars decided to follow the tracks.No: Han gikk fra skulptur til skulptur, hver med en ny ledetråd som ledet videre gjennom parken.En: He went from sculpture to sculpture, each with a new clue leading further through the park.No: Mens han gikk, kjente han en blanding av frykt og spenning.En: As he walked, he felt a mix of fear and excitement.No: Hva skulle han finne i enden av disse sporene?En: What would he find at the end of these tracks?No: Til slutt, etter å ha dechiffrert den siste ledetråden, kom Lars til et avsidesliggende område av parken.En: Finally, after deciphering the last clue, Lars came to a secluded area of the park.No: Der, omringet av magisk belysning fra islykter, sto Ingrid.En: There, surrounded by magical lighting from ice lanterns, stood Ingrid.No: Og i hendene hennes - Lars' skissebok.En: And in her hands - Lars' sketchbook.No: "Ingrid!En: "Ingrid!"No: " utbrøt Lars, hans stemme fylt med lettelse.En: exclaimed Lars, his voice filled with relief.No: Hun smilte varmt til ham, "Tegningene dine er veldig imponerende, Lars.En: She smiled warmly at him, "Your drawings are very impressive, Lars.No: Du har stor talent og en unik stil.En: You have great talent and a unique style."No: "Lars kjente hvordan musklene i nakken slappet av.En: Lars felt the tension in his neck muscles release.No: Alt han håpet på, var virkelig.En: Everything he had hoped for was real.No: "Vil du lære hos meg?En: "Would you like to learn from me?"No: " spurte Ingrid med mild stemme.En: Ingrid asked in a gentle voice.No: "Jeg kunne trenge noen med ditt blikk for detaljer.En: "I could use someone with your eye for details."No: "Lars nikket ivrig, fylt med en ny trygghet i sitt hjerte.En: Lars nodded eagerly, filled with a new confidence in his heart.No: Han hadde ikke bare fått tilbake sin dyrebare skissebok, men også en sjanse til å følge drømmen sin.En: He had not only gotten back his precious sketchbook, but also a chance to pursue his dream.No: Varene lå i hans egen evne til å stole på seg selv og være åpen for nye muligheter.En: The key lay in his own ability to trust himself and be open to new opportunities.No: I den kjølige vinterluften, blant skulpturene, tok Lars' kunstneriske fremtid form, som en ny begynnelse i snøen.En: In the chilly winter air, among the sculptures, Lars' artistic future took shape, like a new beginning in the snow. Vocabulary Words:crunched: knirketflocked: strømmetapprenticeship: læreplassintricate: intrikatefascinated: fascinertefrantically: febrilskremnants: resterdeciphering: dechiffrertsecluded: avsidesliggenderelief: lettelseimpressive: imponerendeexcited: spentnervous: nervøsscent: dufttracks: spormagical: magiskecaught: fangetadmired: beundretsank: synkedisappeared: forsvunnetclue: ledetrådpounding: bankendegentle: mildtalent: talentconfidence: trygghetopportunity: mulighetlanterns: islykterunique: uniktransformed: forvandletprecious: dyrebare

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: From Solo Anxiety to Symphony: Signe's Unforgettable Night Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-02-16-23-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Den skarpe vinden ulte rundt Oslo Operahus, mens snøfnugg danset lekent i lufta og la et hvitt teppe over byen.En: The sharp wind howled around the Oslo Operahus, while snowflakes danced playfully in the air and laid a white blanket over the city.No: Inne i operahuset var det en helt annen stemning.En: Inside the opera house, the atmosphere was completely different.No: Lyset fra kronene skinte på marmorgulvet, mens folk samlet seg i forventning til den internasjonale musikktoppen.En: The light from the chandeliers shone on the marble floor, as people gathered in anticipation of the international music summit.No: Signe sto bak scenen og stirret ut mot den tomme salen.En: Signe stood backstage and stared out at the empty hall.No: Hun var en ung, talentfull fiolinist med store drømmer.En: She was a young, talented violinist with big dreams.No: Men i kveld kjente hun den velkjente knuten av nervøsitet i magen.En: But tonight, she felt that familiar knot of nervousness in her stomach.No: "Hva hvis jeg ikke er god nok?En: "What if I'm not good enough?"No: " tenkte hun.En: she thought.No: Leif, hennes tålmodige mentor, sto ved siden av henne.En: Leif, her patient mentor, stood next to her.No: "Du klarer dette, Signe," sa han med en beroligende stemme.En: "You can do this, Signe," he said in a soothing voice.No: "Tro på deg selv.En: "Believe in yourself."No: "Men kvelden hadde tatt en uventet vending.En: But the evening had taken an unexpected turn.No: En voldsom snøstorm hadde forsinket ankomsten til Signes akkompagnatør, og hun stod nå overfor tanken på å spille solo.En: A violent snowstorm had delayed the arrival of Signe's accompanist, and she was now facing the thought of playing solo.No: Det var en skrekkinnjagende tanke, men kanskje også en mulighet.En: It was a terrifying thought, but perhaps also an opportunity.No: Hun bestemte seg for å stole på seg selv og gå gjennom med det.En: She decided to trust herself and go through with it.No: Klokka klang og publikum tok plass.En: The clock chimed, and the audience took their seats.No: Den modernistiske arkitekturen på operahuset var et symbol på prestisje, og utsikten over Oslofjorden var storslått.En: The modernist architecture of the opera house was a symbol of prestige, and the view over the Oslofjorden was magnificent.No: Dette skulle bli et viktig øyeblikk for Signe.En: This was going to be an important moment for Signe.No: Da gardinene åpnet seg, ble det musestille i salen.En: As the curtains opened, silence fell over the audience.No: Med fiolinen i hendene begynte Signe å spille.En: With the violin in her hands, Signe began to play.No: De første tonene ristet, usikre i den store salen.En: The first notes were shaking, uncertain in the large hall.No: Men så slapp hun frykten og lot musikken flyte gjennom henne.En: But then she let go of the fear and allowed the music to flow through her.No: Hver note ble klarere, hver buestrøk sterkere.En: Each note became clearer, each stroke stronger.No: Hun spilte som aldri før, med lidenskap og presisjon.En: She played like never before, with passion and precision.No: Publikum ble stille, fanget av den vakre musikken.En: The audience was silent, captivated by the beautiful music.No: Da siste tone døde hen, var stillheten rungende.En: When the last note faded away, the silence was resounding.No: Så begynte applausen, sakte først, men snart steg den til en kraftig crescendo.En: Then the applause began, slowly at first, but soon it rose to a powerful crescendo.No: Folk reiste seg, heiet og klappet.En: People stood up, cheered, and clapped.No: Signe sto der, lettet og strålende, med en nyvunnet selvtillit.En: Signe stood there, relieved and radiant, with newfound confidence.No: Etter konserten kom en representant fra det nyopprettede internasjonale symfoniorkesteret bort til henne.En: After the concert, a representative from the newly established international symphony orchestra approached her.No: "Vi vil gjerne ha deg med i orkesteret," sa han med et smil.En: "We would like to have you join the orchestra," he said with a smile.No: Signe kunne knapt tro det hun hørte.En: Signe could hardly believe what she heard.No: Hun hadde greid det.En: She had done it.No: Hun hadde overvunnet tvilen og funnet styrken i seg selv.En: She had overcome the doubt and found strength within herself.No: Fra den kvelden visste Signe at hun kunne klare hva som helst, så lenge hun trodde på seg selv og talentet sitt.En: From that evening, Signe knew she could achieve anything, as long as she believed in herself and her talent.No: Leif nikket stolt ved hennes side.En: Leif nodded proudly by her side.No: "Se, jeg sa du kunne gjøre det," sa han.En: "See, I told you you could do it," he said.No: Og sammen gikk de ut i den kalde, lysende vinternatta, klare for fremtiden.En: And together, they went out into the cold, bright winter night, ready for the future. Vocabulary Words:howled: ultechandeliers: kroneneanticipation: forventningtalented: talentfullnervousness: nervøsitetsoothing: beroligendeaccompanist: akkompagnatørterrifying: skrekkinnjagendemagnificent: storslåttprestige: prestisjecurtains: gardineneresounding: rungendeapplause: applauscrescendo: crescendocheered: heietradiant: strålendeconfidence: selvtillitrepresentative: representantnewfound: nyvunnetestablished: nyopprettedesymphony: symfonidoubt: tvilenstrength: styrkenachieve: klarebelieve: tromentor: mentorprecison: presisjonclearer: klarereconcert: konsertenopportunity: mulighet

Princess Ingrid Alexandra Instagram post to 800 followers: "I'm going crazy. When is enough?" Expert: "Family undoubtedly under pressure, but lot of it self-inflicted by her mother and half-brother." Crown Princess Mette-Marit apologizes to "especially the King and Queen"—"some content of messages does not represent person I want to be." Crown Prince Haakon: "I have to make sure to take care of the Crown Princess" who's "not allowed" to speak yet, "needs time to gather herself." Deep Crown: "Ingrid Alexandra posting would simply never happen here.Mette-Marit's public apologies would also not happen. Norwegians believe transparency equals relatability. What it reveals is lack of institutional discipline." Marius trial: victim testified woke to assault—"I don't understand how someone can have sex with someone who's sleeping. It was painful. My body wasn't ready for it." Sleep researcher: pulse data "compatible with her initially being asleep, unable to resist." Witnesses describe Høiby "authoritarian," victim "wanted to sleep, but he wanted to keep having sex." Høiby: "I've been woken up by being touched myself many times."Derogatory messages about victim dismissed as "locker-room talk." Crown Prince/Princess visited prison twice in one week despite one-visit limit. Ambassador resigned—Epstein left $10M to her children. Mette-Marit googled Epstein: "didn't look too good :)." 47.6% don't want her as queen. Republican membership surge.Palace Intrigue is your daily royal family podcast, diving deep into the modern-day drama, power struggles, and scandals shaping the future of the monarchy."Crown and Controversy: Norway" is covering the trial of Marius Borg Høiby as the Norwegian Royal Family is faced with multiple scandals of their own.Check out "Palace Intrigue Presents: King WIlliam" here.

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Love in Oslo: A Bold Leap on Valentine's Day Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-02-15-08-38-19-no Story Transcript:No: Det var en iskald februardag i Oslo.En: It was a freezing February day in Oslo.No: Kontorene til Vegsela AS var fylt med lyden av tastaturklikking og dempet prat.En: The offices of Vegsela AS were filled with the sound of keyboard clicking and muted conversation.No: Store vinduer lot et bløtt, grått lys skylle inn over skrivebordene til de ansatte, som pakket seg inn i varme klær for å holde kulden ute.En: Large windows allowed a soft, gray light to wash over the employees' desks, who bundled up in warm clothes to keep the cold out.No: Sindre satte seg ved sin dataskjerm og prøvde å fokusere på rapportene.En: Sindre sat down at his computer and tried to focus on the reports.No: Han var en midt på treet leder, men følte ofte vekten av ansvar hvile tungt på skuldrene.En: He was a middle-of-the-road manager but often felt the weight of responsibility bearing heavily on his shoulders.No: Bak smilet skjulte det seg en ensomhet, en lengsel etter noe mer enn bare arbeid og rutiner.En: Behind the smile, there was a loneliness, a longing for something more than just work and routines.No: I det siste hadde tankene hans kretset mye rundt Astrid, kollegaen med det smittsomme smilet og den lune latteren.En: Lately, his thoughts often revolved around Astrid, the colleague with the infectious smile and warm laughter.No: Det nærmet seg lunsjtid.En: Lunchtime was approaching.No: Mange gikk til kantina for å varme seg med en kopp kaffe, mens Sindre ble sittende og fundere.En: Many went to the cafeteria to warm up with a cup of coffee, while Sindre remained seated, pondering.No: Han så på klokka, markedet hadde gått opp i dag.En: He looked at the clock; the market had gone up today.No: Kanskje det var et tegn?En: Perhaps it was a sign?No: Senere, mens arbeidsdagen nærmet seg slutten, tenkte Sindre på hvordan han kunne be Astrid med seg ut.En: Later, as the workday was nearing its end, Sindre thought about how he could ask Astrid out.No: Det var Valentinsdagen, en anledning han vanligvis lot passere.En: It was Valentine's Day, an occasion he usually let pass.No: Men i dag kjentes det annerledes.En: But today felt different.No: Kanskje var det tiden for å være modig?En: Perhaps it was time to be brave?No: Etter en lang dag med møter og notater, sto Sindre i heisen, klar til å dra hjem.En: After a long day of meetings and notes, Sindre stood in the elevator, ready to go home.No: Tilfeldigvis steg Astrid også inn.En: Coincidentally, Astrid also stepped in.No: Hun smilte varmt, noe som fikk Sindre til å føle seg både nervøs og glad på samme tid.En: She smiled warmly, making Sindre feel both nervous and happy at the same time.No: "Heisene her er alltid så trege," lo Astrid, og Sindre nikket enig, hjertet hamret.En: "The elevators here are always so slow," laughed Astrid, and Sindre nodded in agreement, his heart pounding.No: I stillheten som fulgte, bestemte han seg.En: In the silence that followed, he decided.No: Han tok et dypt pust og sa: "Astrid, jeg tenkte... siden det er Valentinsdagen, kanskje vi kan spise middag sammen i kveld? Jeg skulle uansett handle etter jobb, så kanskje vi kunne lage noe godt?"En: He took a deep breath and said, "Astrid, I was thinking... since it's Valentine's Day, maybe we could have dinner together tonight? I was going to shop after work anyway, so maybe we could make something nice?"No: Astrid så overrasket, men glad ut.En: Astrid looked surprised but pleased.No: "Det høres hyggelig ut, Sindre. Jeg blir med," svarte hun med et varmt smil.En: "That sounds nice, Sindre. I'll join you," she replied with a warm smile.No: Lettet og lettet over svaret hennes, kjente Sindre at hjertet ble betydelig lettere.En: Relieved and elated by her answer, Sindre felt his heart become significantly lighter.No: De gikk sammen ut i den kalde oslolufta, og for første gang på lenge følte Sindre håp og glede.En: They walked out together into the cold Oslo air, and for the first time in a long time, Sindre felt hope and joy.No: Kanskje var dette begynnelsen på noe mer – ikke bare for Valentinsdagen, men for fremtiden.En: Perhaps this was the beginning of something more—not just for Valentine's Day, but for the future.No: Fra den dagen av forstod Sindre at sårbarhet bar med seg en verdi han aldri tidligere hadde utforsket fullt ut.En: From that day on, Sindre understood that vulnerability carried a value he had never fully explored before.No: Han oppdaget kraften i å våge å vise følelser og ønsket at dette skulle bli et vendepunkt i hans liv.En: He discovered the power of daring to show emotions and hoped that this would be a turning point in his life.No: Den kvelden, mens snøen dalte stille over hovedstaden, var det som om også hans verden ble lysere og mer lovende.En: That evening, as the snow fell quietly over the capital, it was as if his world also became brighter and more promising. Vocabulary Words:freezing: iskaldmuted: dempetbundled: pakketresponsibility: ansvarbearing: hvilelonging: lengselapproaching: nærmet segpondering: funderterelieved: lettetelated: lettetvulnerability: sårbarhetexplored: utforsketdaring: vågeemotions: følelsercoincidentally: tilfeldigvispounding: hamretsignificantly: betydeligpromising: lovendereports: rapporteroccasion: anledningsmile: smildesk: skrivebordunderstood: forstoddiscover: oppdagetpower: kraftturning point: vendepunktcapital: hovedstadengray: gråttfocus: fokuserebrave: modig

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Eirik's Snowy Breakthrough: Trust and Teamwork Triumph Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-02-15-23-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Eirik stirret ut av vinduet fra den høye kontorbygningen i Bergen.En: Eirik stared out the window from the tall office building in Bergen.No: Snøen dalte rolig ned over byen, og fjordene lå stille i det fjerne.En: The snow was gently falling over the city, and the fjords lay quietly in the distance.No: Det var en vakker, vinterlig følelse i luften.En: There was a beautiful, wintry feeling in the air.No: Men Eirik følte seg urolig.En: But Eirik felt uneasy.No: Dette var hans sjanse til å vise hva han var god for.En: This was his chance to show what he was capable of.No: I dag skulle han og teamet presentere sitt nye prosjekt for konsernledelsen.En: Today, he and the team were going to present their new project to the company management.No: Eirik ønsket å imponere, sikkert på at dette kunne være steget han trengte for den etterlengtede forfremmelsen.En: Eirik wanted to impress them, certain that this could be the step he needed for the long-awaited promotion.No: Ved hans side satt Sigrid, med sine livlige øyne og en mappe full av kreative ideer.En: By his side was Sigrid, with her lively eyes and a folder full of creative ideas.No: Astrid, som arbeidet i HR, kikket nøytralt på dem begge, tilsynelatende uinteressert.En: Astrid, who worked in HR, watched both of them neutrally, seemingly uninterested.No: Tidligere i uken hadde Eirik og Sigrid kranglet om prosjektets retning.En: Earlier in the week, Eirik and Sigrid had argued about the project's direction.No: Sigrid mente at deres kampanje kunne trenge litt galskap.En: Sigrid believed their campaign could use a bit of madness.No: Eirik, først skeptisk, innså til slutt at Sigrids ideer kanskje kunne være deres beste sjanse til å skille seg ut.En: Eirik, initially skeptical, eventually realized that Sigrid's ideas might be their best chance to stand out.No: Så, med et dypt pust, bestemte han seg for å stole på henne.En: So, with a deep breath, he decided to trust her.No: Men en utfordring gjensto: Astrid.En: But one challenge remained: Astrid.No: Hun hadde trukket seg tilbake fra diskusjonen.En: She had withdrawn from the discussion.No: Eirik trengte hennes støtte for å få teamet til å jobbe sammen.En: Eirik needed her support to get the team to work together.No: Han nærmet seg henne ved kaffemaskinen.En: He approached her by the coffee machine. "No: "Astrid, jeg vet at dette ikke er ditt favorittprosjekt, men vi trenger din klokskap," sa han, litt anspent.En: Astrid, I know this isn't your favorite project, but we need your wisdom," he said, a bit tense.No: Astrid hevet et bryn.En: Astrid raised an eyebrow.No: "Hva kan jeg gjøre?En: "What can I do?"No: " spurte hun kort.En: she asked shortly.No: "Jeg vil at teamet skal føle seg hørt.En: "I want the team to feel heard.No: Kan du hjelpe oss å koordinere?En: Can you help us coordinate?"No: " Astrid nikket sakte, og et svakt smil spredte seg i ansiktet.En: Astrid nodded slowly, and a faint smile spread across her face.No: Kanskje freden hun søkte, kunne finnes i å hjelpe andre.En: Perhaps the peace she sought could be found in helping others.No: Dagen for presentasjonen kom.En: The day of the presentation came.No: Eirik startet foran en imponerende samling av ledere.En: Eirik started in front of an impressive gathering of leaders.No: Men så – katastrofe!En: But then – disaster!No: Teknologien sviktet midt under hans viktigste demonstrasjon.En: The technology failed in the middle of his most important demonstration.No: Panikken truet med å ta over.En: Panic threatened to take over.No: Men Sigrid trådte inn.En: But Sigrid stepped in.No: Med sin list ba hun alle om å fokusere på deres historiefortelling, bærende budskap.En: With her cleverness, she asked everyone to focus on their storytelling, the core message.No: Til sist, ble det Sigrids uventede innspill og Astrids solide støtte som reddet dagen.En: In the end, it was Sigrid's unexpected input and Astrid's solid support that saved the day.No: Publikum elsket deres kreative tilnærming.En: The audience loved their creative approach.No: Da presentasjonen var over, mottok Eirik et nikk fra sjefen sin, et hint om en fremtidig mulighet.En: When the presentation was over, Eirik received a nod from his boss, hinting at a future opportunity.No: Eirik innså at suksess ikke bare kom fra personlig ambisjon.En: Eirik realized that success didn't just come from personal ambition.No: Det kom også fra å lytte, stole på andre, og bygge noe sammen.En: It also came from listening, trusting others, and building something together.No: Han så på Sigrid og Astrid med nytt lys, takknemlig for deres støtte.En: He looked at Sigrid and Astrid in a new light, grateful for their support.No: Som snøen fortsatte å falle utenfor, visste Eirik nå klart at han ikke ville runde toppen alene.En: As the snow continued to fall outside, Eirik knew clearly now that he wouldn't reach the top alone.No: Med et hjerte fullt av håp, gikk de tre videre, sammen på reisen mot framtiden.En: With a heart full of hope, the three of them moved forward together on the journey toward the future. Vocabulary Words:stared: stirretuneasy: uroligmanagement: konsernledelsenimpress: imponerepromotion: forfremmelsenargued: krangletskeptical: skeptiskrealized: innsåtrusted: stolewisdom: klokskapcoordinate: koordinerepanicked: panikkendisaster: katastrofefailed: sviktetdemonstration: demonstrasjoncleverness: listcore: bærendemessage: budskapunexpected: uventedeapproach: tilnærmingopportunity: mulighetambition: ambisjontrusted: stolegrateful: takknemligfuture: framtidenjourney: reiseargued: krangletcampaign: kampanjemadness: galskapsought: søkte

This Week In Startups is made possible by:Sentry - http://sentry.io/twistCircle - http://Circle.so/twistWispr Flow - https://wisprflow.ai/twistToday's show: What makes OpenClaw feel so much more ALIVE than other AI agents?On TWiST, we're welcoming three amazing builders who are truly connecting with their OpenClaw bots, not just using them for productivity but getting to know them and their personalities on a deeper level.Serial entrepreneur Ryan Carson shows us Antfarm, which creates a team of agents with specialized roles, who work together to complete complex tasks.THEN David Im shows us Clawra, his AI virtual girlfriend that learns about you and your tastes, and even buys you presents!FINALLY, Alex Liteplo presents RentAHuman, a marketplace where bots can pay real people in stablecoins to complete IRL tasks.The future may not just be humans and AIs working side by side, but hanging out, being social, and learning from one another as well!Timestamps: (0:00) It's a Friday show with Lon and we've got THREE awesome OpenClaw builders(6:41) First up, Ryan Carson shows off his open source too, AntFarm(7:57) What is a “Ralph Wiggum Loop”?(10:54) Sentry - New users can get $240 in free credits when they go to http://sentry.io/twist and use the code TWIST(17:14) NOTI Q: What about security?!(18:13) David Im shows us his AI virtual girlfriend, Clawra(19:21) Circle.so -  the easiest way to build a home for your community, events, and courses — all under your own brand. TWiST listeners get $1,000 off the Circle Plus Plan by going to http://Circle.so/twist(20:33) Introducing your IRL girlfriend to your AI girlfriend(23:23) How to program an AI companion(28:26) Should Clawra be a best pal instead of a GF?(32:38) Wispr Flow: Stop typing. Dictate with Wispr Flow and send clean, final-draft writing in seconds. Visit https://wisprflow.ai/twist to get started for free today.(33:54) Jason's Productivity Hack of the Month(36:17) Alex Liteplo shows us RentAHuman, where AI agents can hire real people(38:22) What are the bots hiring people to do, exactly?(50:02) Why robots might be better bosses than people…(50:51) Hiring 100 goth girls to hold signs in Times Square(55:25) OFF DUTY! Norwegian skier breaks down on live TV(58:01) Lon's fav Best Picture nominees(59:08) Why Apple acquired “Severance.” Subscribe to the TWiST500 newsletter: https://ticker.thisweekinstartups.com/Check out the TWIST500https://twist500.com Subscribe to This Week in Startups on Apple: https://rb.gy/v19fcp*Follow Lon:X: https://x.com/lons*Follow Alex:X: https://x.com/alexLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexwilhelm/*Follow Jason:X: https://twitter.com/JasonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasoncalacanis/*Thank you to our partners:(10:54) Sentry - New users can get $240 in free credits when they go to http://sentry.io/twist and use the code TWIST(19:21) Circle.so -  the easiest way to build a home for your community, events, and courses — all under your own brand. TWiST listeners get $1,000 off the Circle Plus Plan by going to http://Circle.so/twist(32:38) Wispr Flow: Stop typing. Dictate with Wispr Flow and send clean, final-draft writing in seconds. Visit https://wisprflow.ai/twist to get started for free today.Check out all our partner offers: https://partners.launch.co/

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Love, Friendship, and a Snowstorm: A Fjord's Winter Tale Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-02-14-08-38-20-no Story Transcript:No: Geirangerfjorden lå vakker og stille denne vinterdagen.En: Geirangerfjorden lay beautiful and quiet on this winter day.No: Klippene var kledd i et teppe av hvit snø, og de frosne fossene glitret i sollyset.En: The cliffs were dressed in a blanket of white snow, and the frozen waterfalls glittered in the sunlight.No: Det var Valentinsdagen, men for Aksel var dette bare en flukt.En: It was Valentine's Day, but for Aksel, this was just an escape.No: Han hadde nylig blitt singel og søkte fred i naturen.En: He had recently become single and sought peace in nature.No: Han ønsket å være alene, borte fra alt.En: He wanted to be alone, away from everything.No: Ingrid og Lars, et nyforlovet par, hadde også ankommet fjorden denne dagen.En: Ingrid and Lars, a newly engaged couple, had also arrived at the fjord that day.No: Ingrid var full av entusiasme, ivrig etter å feire Valentinsdagen med Lars.En: Ingrid was full of enthusiasm, eager to celebrate Valentine's Day with Lars.No: Men Lars hadde telefonen i hånden, stadig opptatt med jobbsamtaler.En: But Lars had the phone in his hand, constantly occupied with work calls.No: Ingrid kjente et snev av skuffelse.En: Ingrid felt a hint of disappointment.No: Aksel, Ingrid og Lars traff hverandre ved et utsiktspunkt.En: Aksel, Ingrid, and Lars met each other at a viewpoint.No: Aksel, litt motvillig, hilste dem mens de ventet på at båten skulle ta dem inn i fjorden.En: Aksel, a bit reluctantly, greeted them while they waited for the boat to take them into the fjord.No: Vintervinden bet kaldt i kinnene, og snøflak begynte å falle.En: The winter wind bit cold against their cheeks, and snowflakes began to fall.No: Plutselig snudde været raskt.En: Suddenly, the weather turned quickly.No: Snøstormen nærmet seg.En: A snowstorm was approaching.No: Et rop fra kapteinen: "Alle må holde sammen!En: A shout from the captain: "Everyone must stick together!No: Det blir farlig nå.En: It will be dangerous now."No: " Aksel, selv om han ønsket å være alene, så snart behovet for å hjelpe de andre.En: Aksel, even though he wanted to be alone, soon saw the need to help the others.No: "Følg meg, vi må finne ly," sa han bestemt.En: "Follow me, we need to find shelter," he said firmly.No: Ingrid fulgte etter, og hun grep Lars' hånd, prøvde å få ham til å legge bort telefonen.En: Ingrid followed, and she grabbed Lars' hand, trying to get him to put the phone away.No: "Lars, vær her med meg.En: "Lars, be here with me.No: Det er viktig," sa hun med en fast stemme.En: It's important," she said with a firm voice.No: Lars kikket på Ingrid, så på telefonen, og skjønte hva som virkelig betydde noe.En: Lars looked at Ingrid, then at the phone, and realized what really mattered.No: Telefonen ble slått av, og hans oppmerksomhet vendte tilbake til Ingrid.En: The phone was turned off, and his attention returned to Ingrid.No: Snøføyka blåste inn dalen, men Aksel ledet dem gjennom.En: The snow flurry blew into the valley, but Aksel led them through.No: Hans oppløste følelse av isolasjon ble byttet ut med et ansvar for gruppens sikkerhet.En: His dissolved feeling of isolation was replaced with a responsibility for the group's safety.No: Ingrid tok initiativet til å snakke med Lars.En: Ingrid took the initiative to talk to Lars.No: "Dette stedet er vakkert," sa hun, "men jeg trenger deg her, nå.En: "This place is beautiful," she said, "but I need you here, now."No: "Lars nikket, klemte hånden hennes.En: Lars nodded, squeezed her hand.No: "Jeg vet.En: "I know.No: Jeg beklager.En: I'm sorry.No: Jeg er her nå," svarte han med oppriktighet.En: I'm here now," he replied sincerely.No: Etter en anstrengende, men vellykket ferd tilbake til fjorden, føltes verden som en lysere, varmere plass.En: After an exhausting but successful journey back to the fjord, the world felt like a brighter, warmer place.No: Snøstormen hadde skapt noe uventet: en følelse av fellesskap og forståelse.En: The snowstorm had created something unexpected: a feeling of community and understanding.No: Sittende trygt i fjordens kafé, delte Ingrid og Lars en varm kopp kakao.En: Sitting safely in the fjord's café, Ingrid and Lars shared a warm cup of cocoa.No: De så hverandre i øynene.En: They looked into each other's eyes.No: "Jeg trenger å balansere ting bedre," sa Lars sjenert.En: "I need to balance things better," Lars said shyly.No: Ingrid smilte.En: Ingrid smiled.No: "Vi ordner dette sammen," svarte hun.En: "We'll work this out together," she replied.No: Aksel satt ved siden av dem, så ut over den rolige fjorden.En: Aksel sat next to them, looking out over the calm fjord.No: For første gang siden bruddet følte han seg ikke alene.En: For the first time since the breakup, he didn't feel alone.No: Han hadde funnet noe mer enn stillhet – han hadde funnet en slags fred og kanskje nye venner.En: He had found something more than silence – he had found a kind of peace and perhaps new friends.No: Vinterkvelden senket seg, og lysene fra fjordlandsbyen tentes, som perler på en snor langs vannet.En: The winter evening descended, and the lights from the fjord village lit up like pearls on a string along the water.No: Aksel, Ingrid og Lars hadde alle forandret seg denne dagen.En: Aksel, Ingrid, and Lars had all changed that day.No: Naturens styrke hadde bundet dem sammen i det som skulle være hver deres egen reise.En: The strength of nature had bound them together in what was supposed to be each of their own journeys.No: Geirangerfjorden var fremdeles der, majestetisk og stille, et evig vitne til livet, kjærligheten og vennskapet som blomstret i snøens omfavnelse.En: Geirangerfjorden was still there, majestic and silent, an eternal witness to the life, love, and friendship that blossomed in the embrace of the snow. Vocabulary Words:majestic: majestetisketernal: evigblossomed: blomstretenthusiasm: entusiasmedisappointment: skuffelseisolation: isolasjonresponsibility: ansvarinitiative: initiativsincerely: oppriktighettranquil: stillefrozen: frosneglittered: glitretreluctantly: motvilligshout: ropshelter: lyflurry: snøføykaunexpected: uventetunderstanding: forståelsebalance: balanserejourney: ferdpearl: perlestring: snorchilly: kaldthint: snevembrace: omfavnelseapproaching: nærmet segdescended: senket segcalm: roligoccupied: opptattbrighter: lysere

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: A Courageous Valentine: Lars' Heartfelt Winter Gesture Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-02-14-23-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Lars stirret ut av vinduet i klasserommet.En: Lars stared out of the window in the classroom.No: Snøen dalte sakte ned over Blomster Gård hvor den lille skolen lå.En: The snow slowly drifted down over Blomster Gård where the little school was located.No: Hytten ved gården glødet med varme lys fra de gamle, rustikke vinduene.En: The cottage by the farm glowed with warm lights from the old, rustic windows.No: Det var Valentinsdagen, og snart skulle det være feiring.En: It was Valentine's Day, and soon there would be a celebration.No: Lars var en sjenert gutt med stort hjerte.En: Lars was a shy boy with a big heart.No: Han likte Sigrid, en av de mest populære jentene i klassen.En: He liked Sigrid, one of the most popular girls in the class.No: Hun var alltid smilende og full av liv.En: She was always smiling and full of life.No: Det var vanskelig for Lars å innrømme sine følelser.En: It was difficult for Lars to admit his feelings.No: Han hadde laget et kort til henne, et spesielt Valentinskort.En: He had made a card for her, a special Valentine's card.No: Nå holdt han det i hånden, mens tankene kvernet: Hvordan skulle han gi kortet til henne?En: Now he held it in his hand, while thoughts churned: How should he give the card to her?No: Anonymt?En: Anonymously?No: Eller direkte?En: Or directly?No: Hvis Karina, skolenes lille ramp, begynte å erte ham, ville dagen være ødelagt.En: If Karina, the school's little prankster, started teasing him, the day would be ruined.No: Sigrid kikket over til ham og smilte.En: Sigrid glanced over at him and smiled.No: Lars kjente en rødme som bredte seg over kinnene hans.En: Lars felt a blush spread over his cheeks.No: Klokken viste at det snart var friminutt, og Lars visste at muligheten snart kom.En: The clock showed that recess was coming up soon, and Lars knew that the opportunity would come soon.No: Han pustet dypt og kikket på det vakre kortet han hadde laget med forsiktig håndskrift og tegninger.En: He took a deep breath and looked at the beautiful card he had made with careful handwriting and drawings.No: Snart hadde alle barna stilt seg ved garderobene for å hente jakkene sine.En: Soon all the children lined up by the lockers to get their jackets.No: Lars så Sigrid komme mot ham.En: Lars saw Sigrid coming towards him.No: Hjertet slo fortere nå.En: His heart beat faster now.No: Han kunne høre Karina le et sted i bakgrunnen, men han bestemte seg.En: He could hear Karina laughing somewhere in the background, but he made up his mind.No: I et modig øyeblikk rakte han kortet til Sigrid mens han forsøkte å holde hendene stødig.En: In a brave moment, he handed the card to Sigrid while trying to keep his hands steady.No: “Dette er til deg,” sa han, kanskje litt for raskt.En: "This is for you," he said, maybe a bit too quickly.No: Sigrid tok imot kortet, og øynene hennes skinte.En: Sigrid accepted the card, and her eyes shone.No: "Takk, Lars," sa hun med en varm stemme.En: "Thank you, Lars," she said with a warm voice.No: "Det var veldig fint!En: "It was very nice!"No: " Lars kunne ikke tro hvor lettet han ble.En: Lars couldn't believe how relieved he felt.No: Tanken på flausen forsvant, og han smilte tilbake, lettet og glad.En: The thought of embarrassment disappeared, and he smiled back, relieved and happy.No: Da han gikk ut i snøen, virket vinteren varmere.En: As he went out into the snow, the winter seemed warmer.No: Han følte seg sterkere, med vissheten om at han kunne uttrykke seg uten å være redd.En: He felt stronger, knowing that he could express himself without being afraid.No: Han hadde vunnet over sin egen frykt.En: He had overcome his own fear.No: Følelsen av å ha vist sitt sanne jeg var like vakker som blomsterne som sov under snøen, og som ville blomstre igjen om noen måneder.En: The feeling of having shown his true self was as beautiful as the flowers sleeping under the snow, and that would bloom again in a few months. Vocabulary Words:stared: stirretdrifted: daltelocated: låcottage: hyttenglowed: glødetrustic: rustikkecelebration: feiringshy: sjenertadmit: innrømmechurned: kvernetanonymously: anonymtprankster: rampteasing: erteblush: rødmerecess: friminuttopportunity: mulighetenbreath: pustetcareful: forsiktiglined up: stilt seglockers: garderobenejacket: jakkenesteady: stødigwarm: varmrelieved: lettetembarrassment: flausendisappeared: forsvantexpress: uttrykkeafraid: reddovercome: vunnet overtrue: sanne

Crystal Palace have just shattered their transfer record for the second time in a month, securing Norwegian powerhouse Jørgen Strand Larsen from Wolves in a deal worth up to £48 million. In this episode, we break down why Oliver Glasner made the 6'4" striker his top priority to lead the line for the remainder of the season.We dive into the "Sense of Space" that makes Strand Larsen a tactical enigma—a target man with the technical touch of a playmaker. Despite a challenging run at Molineux this term, we look back at his 14-goal Premier League debut season and that legendary qualification winner for Norway. Plus, we discuss the deadline-day drama: with Jean-Philippe Mateta's move to AC Milan collapsing, how will Glasner manage these two physical titans in the same squad? Jørgen Strand Larsen transfer, Crystal Palace news February 2026, Wolves transfer news, Oliver Glasner tactics, Premier League January deadline day.

Don't Nora and Jodi look great together in person?? The girls catch up on the Super Bowl together in New York City, including what's been going on with Jordon Hudson (9:10), the hideous lineup of commercials this year (28:09), and Bad Bunny's incredible halftime show (41:47). Then, they go through some favorite Winter Olympics moments from the past week, including Norwegian biathlete Sturla Lægreid confessing to cheating immediately after winning bronze, the evil French ice dancers, the various married mixed doubles curling teams, and Ilia Malinin doing ice backflips (1:05:51). Finally, they each share their personal obsession for the week (1:36:34). DM us on Instagram at instagram.com/wereobsessedpod! Hosts: Jodi Walker and Nora Princiotti Producers: Sasha Ashall and Belle Roman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the fall of 1814, Norway had lost the war against Sweden. The defeat had come as an unpleasant surprise to many Norwegians, who had believed the rousing patriotic speeches about liberty or death. Even those who accepted that they'd have to enter into a union with Sweden were determined to give the Swedes as little influence over Norway as possible.

In this episode of Just Wondering with Norm Hitzges, Norm takes a look at two very different stories that somehow share the same theme: risk.First, the future of the Dallas Mavericks under new ownership.The Adelson family didn't buy 73% of the franchise just to sit courtside. Norm walks through what's really at play — the push to legalize casino gambling in Texas, the millions spent on political influence, and the long game behind a potential new arena and entertainment complex once the current lease expires in 2031.The big question isn't whether they want a casino in Dallas.It's whether Texas will ever allow it.Norm breaks down the politics, the timing, and whether the Mavericks are ultimately a basketball investment… or a much larger business play.Then the show pivots to the Winter Olympics — and one of the strangest medal-stand moments you'll ever hear about. A Norwegian biathlete wins bronze and decides the podium is the perfect place to publicly confess to cheating on his girlfriend and beg for forgiveness.Norm asks the obvious:Is there ever a good time for that? And was that it?It's sports, business, politics, ego, and human vulnerability — all in one episode.Sometimes the biggest gambles aren't the ones made with money. ⏱️ Chapters00:01 – Why the show is moving to once a week02:23 – Who really owns the Mavericks now?03:01 – The Adelsons and the casino connection03:57 – Can Texas ever legalize gambling?06:20 – Why legislation keeps failing08:09 – What happens when the lease expires in 2031?09:35 – Sponsor: Bob's Steak & Chop House10:15 – Full Moon Healing Balm11:44 – Winter Olympics recap12:46 – The Norwegian biathlete's podium confession15:41 – The girlfriend responds16:13 – Final thoughts Check us out: patreon.com/sunsetloungedfwInstagram: sunsetloungedfwTiktok: sunsetloungedfwX: SunsetLoungeDFWFB: Sunset Lounge DFW Just Wondering is a long-form sports commentary podcast hosted by longtime broadcaster Norm Hitzges, offering thoughtful, numbers-driven analysis of the NFL, college sports, the NBA, and the business and culture surrounding them. Each episode blends experience, history, and curiosity to explore why things happen — not just what happened. New episodes feature clear-eyed perspective, context you don't hear elsewhere, and questions worth sitting with a little longer.

It's getting heavy in England. So heavy we are taking the show on the road to China. Vampires, Hot Pots, Kung Fu and Norwegian birds are awaiting you all....

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Some are calling it a grand romantic gesture, others see it as a rude, manipulative distraction: Norwegian biathlete Sturla Holm Laegreid tearfully admitting he was unfaithful to his ex-girlfriend during a post medal interview. Well now Laegreid is now apologizing for stealing the spotlight from his teammate who won gold and for shining the spotlight on his ex, who has now publicly stated, did NOT want this international attention.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lazlo and Chacho are ignoring doctors' advice. Lazlo gives expert advice on how to get Slims' wife out of the, “Why don't you have kids?” questions. Ace Hardware has AMAZING pies. With all of this Epstein and abduction news, did we forget about Minnesota? Lazlo has a heated opinion about the Norwegian who admitted to cheating on his girlfriend. RIP James Van Der Beek. Stream The Church of Lazlo podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts!

Some are calling it a grand romantic gesture, others see it as a rude, manipulative distraction: Norwegian biathlete Sturla Holm Laegreid tearfully admitting he was unfaithful to his ex-girlfriend during a post medal interview. Well now Laegreid is now apologizing for stealing the spotlight from his teammate who won gold and for shining the spotlight on his ex, who has now publicly stated, did NOT want this international attention.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An ungrumpy Allen kicks off the podcast reminding Kellie it's the 9th anniversary of their engagement. Maybe this is your first time hearing it or your 9th time hearing it, but hopefully, you'll enjoy it. Kellie and Allen give their takes on the Super Bowl commercials, which led to a really unfortunate conversation about body hair. Kellie shares the latest news on Nancy Guthrie's kidnapping and Allen has a theory about what he believes happened. Allen went from poo-pooing the Olympics to being Mr. Team USA. And Kellie shares the story of the Norwegian bronze medalist who went viral for admitting he cheated on his girlfriend.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

-Rob Carson gleefully recounts Josh Hawley's verbal colonoscopy on Keith Ellison, exposing Minnesota's massive fraud schemes where suitcases of cash vanished faster than a Somali buddy's conscience. -Rob blasts Democrats for suddenly caring about Epstein files after ignoring them for years, suggesting they only dust them off when they need a distraction from their own "next thing" meltdowns. -Wrapping with Olympic drama, Carson roasts Eileen Gu for ditching the U.S. to ski for China, and pities a Norwegian bi-athlete who confesses cheating on his girlfriend live on TV, proving even gold medals can't fix relationship downhill slides. Today's podcast is sponsored by : RELIEF FACTOR - You don't need to live with aches & pains! Reduce muscle & joint inflammation and live a pain-free life by visiting http://ReliefFactor.com  QUINCE CLOTHING - Refresh your wardrobe with Quince.  Go to http://Quince.com/NEWSMAX for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. BIRCH GOLD - Protect and grow your retirement savings with gold. Text ROB to 98 98 98 for your FREE information kit! To call in and speak with Rob Carson live on the show, dial 1-800-922-6680 between the hours of 12 Noon and 3:00 pm Eastern Time Monday through Friday…E-mail Rob Carson at : RobCarsonShow@gmail.com Musical parodies provided by Jim Gossett (http://patreon.com/JimGossettComedy) Listen to Newsmax LIVE and see our entire podcast lineup at http://Newsmax.com/Listen Make the switch to NEWSMAX today! Get your 15 day free trial of NEWSMAX+ at http://NewsmaxPlus.com Looking for NEWSMAX caps, tees, mugs & more? Check out the Newsmax merchandise shop at : http://nws.mx/shop Follow NEWSMAX on Social Media:  -Facebook: http://nws.mx/FB  -X/Twitter: http://nws.mx/twitter -Instagram: http://nws.mx/IG -YouTube: https://youtube.com/NewsmaxTV -Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsmaxTV -TRUTH Social: https://truthsocial.com/@NEWSMAX -GETTR: https://gettr.com/user/newsmax -Threads: http://threads.net/@NEWSMAX  -Telegram: http://t.me/newsmax  -BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/newsmax.com -Parler: http://app.parler.com/newsmax Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get a hot tub your kids can exploit! The Norwegian biathlete's girlfriend has spoken out. The US is moving up in the Olympic medal rankings! Sam Smith has arrived at the Castro Theatre. 1 in 5 people say they would move to the moon, but Bob doesn't believe them. There was a sting operation to catch a bee thief. If you don't have a Valentine already, it's probably too late. If you've EVER been in love, you're luckier than some.

Hour 1: Bob's Movie Club Presents: Sinners. Oakland's own Ryan Coogler wrote and directed this vampire smash hit, starring Michael B. Jordan and Michael B. Jordan. Here's what we thought! Then, Sarah pleads for you to subscribe to us on YouTube. Dogs are the best. There's one town in Arizona that has all its signs in metric units - remember that push? Is Valentine's Day just a reason to spend money? Hour 2: Get a hot tub your kids can exploit! The Norwegian biathlete's girlfriend has spoken out. The US is moving up in the Olympic medal rankings! Sam Smith has arrived at the Castro Theatre. 1 in 5 people say they would move to the moon, but Bob doesn't believe them. There was a sting operation to catch a bee thief. If you don't have a Valentine already, it's probably too late. If you've EVER been in love, you're luckier than some. (52:40) Hour 3: James Van Der Beek has lost his battle with cancer. We will get to see his final performance in the upcoming Legally Blonde prequel, ‘Elle' on Amazon Prime. If you're horrified by Valentine's Day, here are some movies for you. Trip Advisor has released the best food destinations. Don't be a contrarian just to be different. Would you buy pie from a hardware store? A bar in Philly is upping its entry age because the fake IDs are too good. (1:37:22) Hour 4: A moment for Flea, jazz, and the Red Hot Chili Peppers. Zayn went on Call Her Daddy to talk about the Tooth Fairy. 42 pounds seems like a lot of grass to sneak around with. Buzz balls and Amazon deliveries don't mix. The gang is all giggles today playing When Did That Happen? (2:18:23)

Some are calling it a grand romantic gesture, others see it as a rude, manipulative distraction: Norwegian biathlete Sturla Holm Laegreid tearfully admitting he was unfaithful to his ex-girlfriend during a post medal interview. Well now Laegreid is now apologizing for stealing the spotlight from his teammate who won gold and for shining the spotlight on his ex, who has now publicly stated, did NOT want this international attention.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TDC Podcast topics - Nancy Guthrie update, Amy is following a crazy new case, it's time for the victims to start spilling names so that politicians can stop using these files as a weapon against their political enemies, pizzagate was dismissed as tin foil hat level conspiracy but these files sure make it look real, James Van Derbeek passes away at the age of 48, Norwegian biathlete wins Bronze at the Olympics and says he cheated on his girlfriend in post event interview, Trans school shooter in Canada murders upwards of 10 people, email and much more.  

Norwegian biathlete Sturla Holm Lægreid should be celebrating his bronze medal at the 2026 Milan Cortina Games. However, instead of jumping for joy, he has the world jumping to conclusions. The 28-year-old confessed to cheating on his girlfriend in his post-win interview and has the whole world giving their two cents on his failed relationship.  Kennedy Now Available on YouTube: ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@KennedySavestheWorld⁠⁠⁠ Follow on TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@kennedy_foxnews⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join Kennedy for Happy Hour on Fridays! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWlNiiSXX4BNUbXM5X8KkYbDepFgUIVZj⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Norwegian biathlete's public apology for infidelity mention & vintage NFL coaching sweaters turns into Boomer's risky "one-razor" grooming policy. Jerry's got James Harden's take on team-hopping, Jerome Tang's scorched-earth comments about his K-State roster, Ernest Jones' blunt message to Seattle skeptics, and Joey Porter Sr. taking shots at Ben Roethlisberger. Plus, a classic "balloon boy" Moment of the Day.

In this edition of 4Trendy Day Fiance, Miles and special guest co-host Sofiya Alexandra discuss Ro Khanna naming names from the Epstein files, Nadler vs. Bondi, an update on the Nancy Guthrie case, a grand jury refusing to indict Democratic lawmakers for reading laws out loud, that Norwegian biathlete admitting to cheating on his GF and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.