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What does a safari look like when the guide isn't a man? Award-winning writer and editor Ellen Carpenter went to Botswana's Okavango Delta to find out. (To learn more, read her Afar story about the experience.) Meet this week's guests Ellen Carpenter is a New York–based culture and travel journalist. She served as editor in chief of Hemispheres, United's inflight magazine, for seven years, and before that was an editor at Rhapsody, Nylon, Spin, and Rolling Stone. Baemule "Bae" Siethuka, 32, grew up in Tutume in northeastern Botswana and was working in HR when she saw African Bush Camps' guiding program posted on Facebook. She became the program's first graduate in 2025 and is now a junior guide at Atzaró Okavango. Tshidi Phalaagae, 28, is a trainee guide from Gaborone, Botswana's capital — a true city girl who came to the program with, in her words, "zero knowledge of nature." At the time of Ellen's visit, she was just a few weeks shy of graduating. Jessica Motshegwa, 26, is a trainee guide from Mmadinare, Botswana, who joined the program in 2025. She once tried to enlist in the Botswana army. A Facebook link from her cousin changed her path. In this episode you'll learn Why more than 90 percent of African safari guides are male — and what one company is doing about it How African Bush Camp(ABC)'s three-year female guiding program works, from theory exams to practical training to first solo drives What it was like for Bae, ABC's first female guide, to complete her training while pregnant — and earn her license when her son was six months old Why Dutch Kasale, ABC's head guide and mentor, says training women from the city is often easier than training men who grew up in the bush What makes a female guide's approach on the game drive feel different The moment Bae manifests a leopard into view About African Bush Camps ABC was founded in 2006 by Beks Ndlovu, one of a handful of Black Africans to own a safari company. He launched the female guiding program in late 2021 with an ambitious goal: 50 percent female guides across all 18 camps in Botswana, Zimbabwe, and Zambia by 2030. There are currently 12 women in the program — eight trainees and four qualified guides. Chapters 00:00 — Into the Okavango 02:00 — The Case for Change 06:00 — Meet Tshidi 08:00 —Bae Siethuka Takes the Wheel 13:00 — Tracking the Leopard 16:00 — Inside the Program 21:00 — Bae's Big Moment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Alyson Charles Storey is an internationally respected oracle, bestselling author, and spiritual transmission teacher whose work has reached millions worldwide. Named a top voice in spirituality by outlets like Forbes, who call her a “full-fledged guide into your psyche,” Alyson is known for bridging authentic Divine connection with real-world embodiment, helping people access their wisdom, align with their calling, and be at one with life with clarity, love and sovereignty.Alyson's shamanic education book and deck, Animal Power, were both #1 new releases and bestsellers, and as a speaker and leader, Alyson has guided journeys and imparted wisdom in collaboration with high profile media outlets HBO, The NY Times, ABC radio, Nat Geo, Gaia tv, ELLE, Marie Claire, Dazed, NYLON, POPSUGAR and many others.Her journey as a national champion athlete to television and radio host, into her calling as an oracle were catalyzed by a life-altering awakening, and today she stands at the forefront of modern spirituality—bringing depth, integrity, humanness and transformation to audiences around the world.In This Episode, Whitney Explores:Alyson Charles shares her powerful spiritual awakening journey and the divine interventions that transformed her life path.A conversation on trusting divine guidance, honoring intuition, and embracing divine timing through every season of life.Alyson opens up about humility, vulnerability, and the importance of embracing the full human experience during spiritual growth.Practical tools and grounding practices for navigating challenges, building resilience, and staying aligned through difficult moments.The episode explores healing, sacred relationships, community support, and the magic of connection with both people and the natural world.Follow Alyson Charles Storey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamalysoncharlesLearn more about Alyson Charles Storey here: www.alysoncharles.comStay Connected:Instagram https://www.instagram.com/whitneyaronoff/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/starseedkitchen/TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@whitneyaronoffTikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@starseedkitchenLearn more about Starseed Kitchenhttps://starseedkitchen.com/Shop organic spiceshttps://starseedkitchen.com/shop/code STARSEED for 10% offWork with a personal chefhttps://form.typeform.com/to/CGDu08tEBook a 1-on-1 callhttps://bit.ly/4smXWUfFind more of Chef Whitney's offerings herehttps://linktr.ee/whitney.aronoff

SKY CIRCLE:I don't know about you, but I really miss working in groups rather than in isolation, and as such, I've recently ended the current format of my energy report subscriptions and am opening up SKY CIRCLE. The roots of my sharing astrology and healing come from the many moon circles I used to facilitate, beginning in 2013. These were held spaces where I discussed the astrology, but we also got a chance to share with each other and be together. I used to love seeing how everyone who was called to join in was interconnected. Sky Circle aims to recreate this intimate and life-affirming dynamic. All being well, meaning if there are enough people to participate, I will be starting Sky Circle in June. We will meet online via Zoom twice a month on Sunday. These 1.5-2 hour online sessions will include the following: Discussion of main astrology transits coming in, full/new moon themes & intentionsBi-weekly transit notes PDF (similar to my former Energy Report format)Personal sharing & community support, including personal astrology insightsGuided meditation & grounding for the energies Video replay access My intention is for this to be an interactive and facilitated space, not just a lecture. Members can submit any questions in advance regarding personal astrology (or anything healing related), which will be discussed in the group. Sky Circle will be facilitated in 3-month-at-a-time containers. The pricing is £180/$240 total for the 3 months. Timing would be Sunday's at 10am PST / 1pm EST / 6pm LONDONThe upcoming dates would be: June 14th & 28thJuly 12th & 26thAug 9th & 23rdPlease let me know if you would like to join by JUNE 5th by emailing me directly at Rebecca@RebeccaConran.comSign-ups registered by June 5th then will determine if I go ahead with Sky Circle this summer. I have not listed this offering on my website, so you'll need to reach out directly to join. If you cannot join the Summer Sky Circle but would like to join in September, please reach out!I look forward to hearing from you, and I hope to see some of your beautiful faces soon! About Rebecca Conran CHHCRebecca Conran is a certified holistic health coach, astrologer, energy healer, and published writer on the subject of spirituality and esoteric arts. She previously founded the meditation space YIN in upstate New York and spent over a decade working as a practitioner in New York City before returning to her home country of England. Rebecca's work blends intuitive healing with holistic, grounded, practical tools and a focus on subconscious reprogramming and energetic alignment. She supports individuals in breaking generational patterns and creating lives rooted in clarity and self-trust. Her work has been featured in outlets such as Bust, Nylon, and Teen Vogue. WORK WITH REBECCA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

by Rebecca Conran CHHCJune 2026 has many astrological peak moments: Chiron entering Taurus, Jupiter entering Leo, Mercury Retrograde and much, much more. This month revolves around the tension between fear and possibility: where we close down versus where we remain open, where we spiral mentally versus where we consciously choose growth. With major healing transits activating throughout the month, many people may feel emotionally exposed, uncertain, or confronted with long-standing wounds around identity, safety, love, and purpose. Yet beneath the intensity is an opportunity to rebuild from a more conscious foundation. SKY CIRCLE:I don't know about you, but I really miss working in groups rather than in isolation, and as such, I've recently ended the current format of my energy report subscriptions and am opening up SKY CIRCLE. The roots of my sharing astrology and healing come from the many moon circles I used to facilitate, beginning in 2013. These were held spaces where I discussed the astrology, but we also got a chance to share with each other and be together. I used to love seeing how everyone who was called to join in was interconnected. Sky Circle aims to recreate this intimate and life-affirming dynamic. All being well, meaning if there are enough people to participate, I will be starting Sky Circle in June. We will meet online via Zoom twice a month on Sunday. These 1.5-2 hour online sessions will include the following: Discussion of main astrology transits coming in, full/new moon themes & intentionsBi-weekly transit notes PDF (similar to my former Energy Report format)Personal sharing & community support, including personal astrology insightsGuided meditation & grounding for the energies Video replay access My intention is for this to be an interactive and facilitated space, not just a lecture. Members can submit any questions in advance regarding personal astrology (or anything healing related), which will be discussed in the group. Sky Circle will be facilitated in 3-month-at-a-time containers. The pricing is £180/$240 total for the 3 months. Timing would be Sunday's at 10am PST / 1pm EST / 6pm LONDONThe upcoming dates would be: June 14th & 28thJuly 12th & 26thAug 9th & 23rdPlease let me know if this is something you would like to join by JUNE 5th by emailing me directly at Rebecca@RebeccaConran.com Sign-ups registered by June 5th then will determine if I go ahead with Sky Circle this summer. I have not listed this offering on my website, so you'll need to reach out directly to join. If you cannot join the Summer Sky Circle but would like to join in September, please reach out!I look forward to hearing from you, and I hope to see some of your beautiful faces soon! About Rebecca Conran CHHCRebecca Conran is a certified holistic health coach, astrologer, energy healer, and published writer on the subject of spirituality and esoteric arts. She previously founded the meditation space YIN in upstate New York and spent over a decade working as a practitioner in New York City before returning to her home country of England. Rebecca's work blends intuitive healing with holistic, grounded, practical tools and a focus on subconscious reprogramming and energetic alignment. She supports individuals in breaking generational patterns and creating lives rooted in clarity and self-trust. Her work has been featured in outlets such as Bust, Nylon, and Teen Vogue. WORK WITH REBECCA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mouth and Beast are joined for the first time ever by the new radio voice of the LA Clippers Carlo Jimenez as he discusses his journey in broadcasting, Clippers, and the NBA playoffs!!! Where do the Clippers go in the offseason? Who will they draft at 5? Tune in to find out!!!!

This episode broke the internet... and we have EVERY receipt. Taylor Swift's wedding date got LEAKED. Young men are being automatically registered for the draft. D4vd was ARRESTED in connection with an alleged unaliving... and they found 40 TERABYTES of evidence. Ice Spice got into a fight at a McDonald's. Megan Thee Stallion called out Klay Thompson for cheating... and he told the whole internet to "touch grass." Spirit Airlines is permanently GONE after 34 years. And Chris Brown + Usher are about to create a generation of bad decisions this summer. The John Cash Show is a weekly commentary podcast covering current events, celebrity news, and culture — unfiltered, sourced, and straight to the point. JUMP TO YOUR STORY: 00:00 — Cold Open | "This Week Was Ghetto" 00:56 — Intro & Disclaimer  01:35 — Taylor Swift Wedding Date LEAKED 03:44 — Automatic Draft Registration EXPLAINED 07:05 — D4vd ARRESTED | Celeste Rivas Hernandez 09:13 — Bonus Receipt: North West Drops EP at Age 12 11:06 — Ice Spice vs. The McDonald's Customer 14:49 — Chris Brown + Usher Stadium Tour = DANGER 17:21 — Megan Thee Stallion & Klay Thompson BREAKUP 21:25 — Spirit Airlines is GONE Forever 24:47 — Petty Wrap-Up 25:54 — Outro WHAT WE COVERED: TAYLOR SWIFT WEDDING LEAKED Page Six confirmed Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's save-the-dates went out listing July 3rd, 2026 in New York City... and Swifties lost their minds before the ink was dry. AUTOMATIC MILITARY DRAFT REGISTRATION Starting December 18, 2026, all eligible men ages 18–26 will be automatically registered for the Selective Service... no opt-in required. CNN, TIME Magazine, The Hill, and Military Times all confirmed. The fantasy football draft just got real. D4VD ARRESTED — 40 TERABYTES OF EVIDENCE Singer D4vd (David Anthony Burke) was arrested in connection with the alleged unaliving of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Prosecutors say over 40 terabytes of evidence were recovered. He has pleaded not guilty. All information is alleged. Celeste Rivas Hernandez deserves to be remembered by name. NORTH WEST DROPPED A DEBUT EP AT AGE 12 Billboard, Complex, and Nylon confirmed it: North West dropped N0rth4evr ... a 6-track debut EP she produced herself... on May 1, 2026. She is twelve years old. ICE SPICE FOUGHT A WOMAN AT McDONALD'S TMZ got the surveillance footage. A woman named Vayah approached Ice Spice at a Hollywood McDonald's at 2 AM. Words were exchanged. Slaps happened. Ice Spice jumped booths. And then she posted "this wouldn't happen at Wendy's"... while in L.A. filming a Wendy's commercial. CHRIS BROWN + USHER: THE R&B TOUR Live Nation confirmed 33 North American stadium dates starting June 26, 2026 in Denver. This tour is not just a concert. It is a threat. Hospitals will be full of Tauruses and Geminis next year. MEGAN THEE STALLION & KLAY THOMPSON BREAKUP Megan posted "Cheating" as her first word on Instagram Stories on April 25, 2026. Klay Thompson's response after days of silence? Four words: "Please go touch grass." He went on Instagram Live from the ocean looking completely unbothered. Megan gained 260,000 new followers after a tearful Moulin Rouge performance. WNBA player Lexie Brown is receiving death threats because neither party has cleared her name. SPIRIT AIRLINES IS PERMANENTLY CLOSED As of 3:00 AM ET on May 2, 2026, Spirit Airlines ceased all operations. 17,000 employees. Millions of tickets canceled. The first major U.S. airline shutdown in 25 years. They survived recessions. They survived 9/11. They survived COVID. But they could not survive two bankruptcies, soaring fuel prices, and a failed $500 million federal bailout. Rest in peace, Spirit. You were chaotic. You were cheap. You were ours. DROP YOUR TAKES: → Who fumbled who — Megan or Klay? Be specific. → What's your first excuse if you get drafted? → Worst Spirit Airlines story. Go. → Chris Brown or Usher on the Verzuz stage — your childhood depends on it.

Author, journalist, and co-founder of DoubleBlind, Madison Margolin, joins Raghu to explore her latest project: creating a roadmap to tripping, microdosing, and beyond.Grab your copy of The DoubleBlind Guide to PsychedelicsIn this episode, Madison and Raghu step into the world of: Emerging theories of Ibogaine use in Parkinson's treatment Defining ‘psychedelics' and Dr. Ben Malcom's (aka The Spirit Pharmacist) view on psychedelic & somatic awarenessWhat the clinical world can take away from indigenous plant medicine ritualsRam Dass's journey from psychedelic research to spirituality Spiritual seekers: from India to South America How regular practice helps us connect to deeper layers of realityFeeling beyond time and space Punctuating psychedelic experiences with spiritual practiceAltered states in the history of Judaism Psychedelics for war zones, trauma, and religious leadersAccessing your set, setting, and mental health dispositions “Doing psychedelics under the stewardship of an indigenous culture is equally legitimate to doing it in a clinical context, and it's also legitimate to do it at a Grateful Dead show. What I really want to get at is that the way the tribes or indigenous cultures regard these medicines is through community, song, prayer, connection to nature, reciprocity, those are all values that even the clinical world can borrow and emulate as they design their trials." –Madison MargolinAbout Madison Margolin:Madison is an author and journalist who straddles California, New York, and the Israel-Palestine region, with a focus on psychedelics, cannabis, and Judaism — jokingly referring to it as “Jews & Drugs.” Her reporting also spans culture, policy, and science. At the center of her work is a sustained curiosity about how people transcend the mind to access something larger than themselves, whether through psychedelics, spirituality, meditation, art, or somatic practice. Much of her writing explores the different ways people nourish the soul. Madison is the co-founder of DoubleBlind, the print and digital magazine that covers psychedelics and their intersections with mental health, spirituality, environmental justice, and social equity. She also co-founded the Jewish Psychedelic Summit and hosts the podcast Set & Setting on the Be Here Now Network. She has worked in journalism since 2014, with bylines in outlets including Rolling Stone, Vice Media, Playboy, High Times, Tablet Magazine, and Nylon.She began her journalism career with a cannabis column at The Village Voice shortly after graduating from Columbia Journalism School. Before that, she lived in Tel Aviv, where she worked with Israel's African refugee community. Earlier in her life, she lived at the Cloyne co-op while studying rhetoric and linguistics at the University of California, Berkeley.She is a language enthusiast who speaks or dabbles in French, Russian, Yiddish, and Hebrew. Outside of work and writing, she is usually dancing, spinning a hula hoop, or practicing yoga.Madison Margolin is also the author of Exile and Ecstacy, a book on Growing Up with Ram Dass and Coming of Age in the Jewish Psychedelic Underground. Learn more about Madison's work at madisonmargolin.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Rebecca sits down with clinical hypnotist, author, and educator Shauna Cummins to explore the power of the mind, the role of inner dialogue in shaping our reality, and how hypnosis can be used as a practical tool for transformation. Together, they unpack how subconscious patterns influence our lives, why manifestation requires deeper clarity than we often realize, and how we can begin consciously “rewiring” the narratives that guide us.In this episode: The role of inner dialogue in shaping our reality—and why it sits at the foundation of intention and manifestationDeveloping discernment: distinguishing between supportive thoughts and limiting or conditioned beliefsHow hypnosis works to “rewire” the mind: what's happening beneath the surface when beliefs and behaviors begin to changeShauna Cummins is a clinical hypnotist, author of Wishcraft: A Guide to Manifesting a Positive Future, and founder of The Divine Feminine School of Hypnosis. She is also the co-founder of The Hypnotist Loft in NYC. Her work integrates hypnosis, ritual, and imagination into grounded, accessible practices for subconscious healing and transformation. She has been featured in Harper's Bazaar, The Independent, and Business Insider and has led experiences at global wellness and cultural spaces, including The Ace Hotel NYC and Obonjan Island, Croatia. www.shaunacummins.com Instagram @thewishcraft Rebecca Conran is a certified holistic health coach, astrologer, energy healer, and published writer on the subject of spirituality and esoteric arts. She previously founded the meditation space YIN in upstate New York and spent over a decade working as a practitioner in New York City before returning to her home country of England. Rebecca's work blends intuitive healing with grounded, practical tools, with a focus on subconscious reprogramming and energetic alignment. She supports individuals in breaking generational patterns and creating lives rooted in clarity and self-trust. Her work has been featured in outlets such as Bust, Nylon, and Teen Vogue. www.RebeccaConran.com Instagram @RebeccaConran The Astrology of Uranus in Gemini: Uranus recently entered Gemini. This placement is fundamentally about disruption and innovation in the realm of the mind, communication, and perception. Gemini rules thinking patterns, language, and the constant “mental chatter.” Questions about discernment and awareness of inner dialogue sit right at the heart of Gemini themes. Uranus is associated with breakthroughs and sudden insight. When Uranus (planet of awakening and disruption) moves through Gemini, it tends to shake up habitual thought patterns and push people to question the narratives they've always believed.At its lowest, Gemini can be scattered or reactive; at its highest, it becomes consciously selective about which thoughts to engage with. Uranus entering Gemini amplifies the need to choose thoughts intentionally, because the volume and speed of ideas increase dramatically. Hypnosis fits well with Uranus in Gemini. Gemini governs the conscious and subconscious bridge through language. Uranus governs the nervous system and rapid re-patterning. So hypnosis helps by updating mental code, which is exactly what Uranus in Gemini is about on a collective level.The invitation of Uranus in Gemini: Question your thoughtsBecome discerning about inner dialogueConsciously rewrite mental patternsUse tools (like hypnosis) to harness the processIf you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe and stay connected with New Story with Rebecca Conran on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you stream your podcasts. Or, if you're ready to go deeper, explore Rebecca's weekly energy report subscription and private astrology readings for more personalized guidance and support. https://rebeccaconran.com/wellness-subsciptionshttps://rebeccaconran.com/astrology-readings-uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Kurt as he discusses the common practice of using post consumer feedstocks in nylon compounding.Find Simcoe Plastics Ltd. on Facebook and Instagram.Find "That Plastics Guy" on Linked-In and YouTube.Find Kurt Stahle on Linked-In as well.Subscribe to our newsletter at www.simcoeplastics.comAll links here  https://linktr.ee/kurt_stahle

Lauren McCarthy is the Editor-in-Chief of NYLON and the newly-relaunched NYLON GUYS. We asked her about the opportunity she identified to speak to young men at a moment in which the culture around what it means to be a man is often controversial (and a bit American Psycho-coded). We also discuss nightlife coverage, where and how Nylon finds rising talent, and the value proposition of a magazine profile in the age of TikTok. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A nylon material that can harvest this kind of energy has been developed which is non-toxic, tough, and easy and cheap to make.

Human Design has been one of the most grounding personal development tools in my life, especially in seasons where everything feels unknown (oh heyyyyy 36 weeks pregnant mid-biz transition!). In this episode, I'm joined by THE Erin Claire Jones (human design expert, founder of Human Design Blueprint and author of How Do You Choose?) for a conversation on human design, business pivots, motherhood and how to navigate the in-between seasons when the next chapter hasn't fully revealed itself yet. Whether you're just getting introduced to human design or you're an advanced practitioner, you'll love this episode because Erin has such a beautiful way of making this tool actionable in our lives, making it relevant for whatever we're experiencing in the moment. We talk about what it really looks like to use human design in real life, as a framework for making "f*ck yes" decisions, honoring your unique energy especially when you feel "different" from everyone else and trusting your path, even as you shift identities (like becoming a mama).We also cover: - How each type (Projectors, Manifestors, Manifesting Generators, Generators and Reflectors) can actually use human design to help them make career pivots and business decisions to build a work life we love & feels successful to us- How to use your human design authority--aka the way you uniquely make decisions--(you can find this in your chart!) to get specific guidance on your 'next step' even if you feel like you have no idea what direction you're going on (or even if you do but want to make sure what you're choosing is actually right for you)-Erin's unique & beautiful perspective on motherhood through the lens of human design (including support, rest and honoring your energy as a parent)Erin Claire Jones is one of the world's leading experts in Human Design. Through her coaching, content, and digital products, she has empowered hundreds of thousands of people to overcome their biggest obstacles and find their flow at work, in love, and in life. Her personalized guides have been purchased by customers in over 160 countries. She has spoken on stages across the world, and her work has been featured in Forbes, Elle, The Sunday Times, Vogue, Allure, Nylon and more. Her bestselling book How Do You Choose? with HarperCollins came out in 2025 and was named one of Amazon's best books of the year.Ways to dive in:Look up your Human Design chart + custom guides: Human Design BlueprintGet Erin's book: How Do You Choose?Study Human Design with Erin: Human Design Genius1:1 readings: ErinClaireJones.comFollow her on IG: @erinclairejones & @humandesignblueprint

Melissa Auf der Maur is an acclaimed musician, photographer, curator, and producer, best known as the former bassist of rock bands Hole and The Smashing Pumpkins. Her new memoir Even the Good Girls Will Cry covers those heady rockstar times of the 1990s, and is out now. She has also released two solo albums, Auf der Maur (2004) and Out of Our Minds (2010), the latter of which is part of a larger project that also includes a comic book and a short film. Melissa's photographs have been exhibited internationally, including at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, and have appeared in such publications as Spin, Elle, Nylon, and American Photo. Born and raised in Montreal, Canada, in 2010 she co-founded Basilica Hudson, a multidisciplinary art center in Hudson, NY, where she now lives.On this episode, Melissa discusses how she became a rockstar by literally following her dreams, her lifelong relationship to magic, and the “soul constellation” that links her with Courtney Love, Billy Corgan, Dave Grohl, and Kurt Cobain.Pam also talks about Dionysus and her ritual for the Rocky Horror Show on Broadway, and answers a listener question about cultivating a magical library.Check out the video of this episode over on YouTube (and please like and subscribe to the channel while you're at it!)Our sponsors for this episode are Snowy Owl Arts + Tea House, Wheel of Fate, Weiser Books, The Moonbeaming podcast, BetterHelp, Blessed Be Magick, and Mithras CandleWe also have print-on-demand merch like Witch Wave shirts, sweatshirts, totes, stickers, and mugs available now here, and all sorts of other bewitching goodies available in the Witch Wave shop.And if you want more Witch Wave, please consider supporting us on Patreon to get access to detailed show notes, bonus Witch Wave Plus episodes, Pam's monthly online rituals, and more! That's patreon.com/witchwave

  Thank you for tuning in to Episode 316 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. Full show notes with photos can be found on my website. This week's segments included:   On the Needles, Hook or Bobbins From the Armchair Knitting in Passing In my Travels Events On a Happy Note Quote of the Week   Thank you to this episode's sponsor The Yarn Sellar & check out details for their Fiber Marketplace (April 11, 2026) here.   On the Needles, Hook or Bobbins   Neckerchief Pattern: none (inspired by Sophie Scarf by Petite Knit (paid pattern available on Ravelry) Yarn: Kingdom Fleece & Fiberworks,  Dream base (80% Merino, 10% Cashmere goat, 10% Nylon). No colorway name listed. Variegated yarn with a tan base, pinks, greens, purples and mustards. Needles: US 6 (4.0 mm) Because I'm using fingering weight yarn, I decided to use the cast on from my Millie Margaret Shawl and figure it out as I go. Millie Margaret Shawl (fingering weight)-Ravelry I did the increases up to 5 inches the pattern calls for and now I'm knitting straight. I'll reverse my increases w/ decreases on the other side and see how I like it.   Inclinations Cowl Inclinations Cowl by Andrea Mowry ($7.00 Knitting Pattern available on Ravelry & her website. Needles: US 2 (2.75 mm) Yarn: 2 skeins of handspun Color A: Fiber Addict Designs 100% Merino in the Wild Plum Colorway- Ravelry link. Color B: Candombe, I think the fiber is from Malabrigo- Ravelry link. My Ravelry Project Page I love working with my handspun, but I don't necessarily love 1x1 ribbing every other row. Still I'm making progress and I know I'll love wearing it.   Treysta Pattern: Treysta by Jennifer Steingass $8.50 knitting pattern available on Ravelry & the Laine publishing website Yarn: MC- Lion Brand Fishermen's Wool in Oatmeal. CC1: Handspun (Ravelry Project Page) dark blue. CC2: Harrisville Designs New England Highland in #34 High Aster (pink). CC3: Brown Sheep Company Prairie Spun DK in Rain Cloud (gray) Needles: US 5 (3.75 mm) & US 6 (4.0 mm) Ravelry Project Page Progress: I finished the colorwork section and have split for the sleeves.   Spectrum Socks Yarn: Woolens & Nosh Targhee Sock in the Spectrum Colorway Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams ($5 knitting pattern available on Ravelry) Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page Progress: finished first sock during Hattie's birthday sleepover. Worked on sock #2 while Megg, Rose and I saw Cabaret.   Northern Lights Socks Yarn: Patons Kroy in the Northern Lights Colorway Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams ($5 knitting pattern available on Ravelry) Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page About the yarn- thin stripes of cream broken up 3 shades of teal/light blue, 2 grays and 1 deep purple. Finished sock 1 recently. Cast on sock 2.    October 2025 Sock Club Socks Yarn: agirlandherwool Sock Yarn in the October 2025 Colorway Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams ($5 knitting pattern available on Ravelry) Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page Progress: beyond the heel on the first sock   From the Armchair   Our Last Resort by Clémence Michallon. Amazon Affiliate Link. The Housemaid by Freida McFadden. Amazon Affiliate Link. The Seven Year Slip by Ashley Poston. Amazon Affiliate Link. I'm Mostly Here to Enjoy Myself by Glynnis MacNicol. Amazon Affiliate Link.   Note: Some links are listed as Amazon Affiliate Links. If you click those, please know that I am an Amazon Associate and I earn money from qualifying purchases.   Knitting in Passing I traded socks for handmade bowls with my new friend Rose! What a great trade!   In My Travels   Ryan, Millie and I went to Farm Fiber Days at Russell's Gardens Center in Wayland, MA. Some highlights include: It was our 3rd year of wearing overall's- Millie's choice for our somewhat matching outfits. 3rd year without Mom. She didn't come in 2024, the last one she was here for, because she was in St. Maarten. Good for her! But we obviously missed her last year and this year too. I purchased 3 plants. Millie picked out a plant for her mom. I bought 20 ounces of Gray Shetland from Forever in Fiber (Etsy). Millie got to show Ann Weaver of Plied Yarns the hat she knit for her Dad for Christmas. We needlefelted with the folks from Blue Heron Farm We enjoyed lunch at The Local across the street after.     Events Fiberfest at the Boston Public Market- March 21 & 22nd from 10a-5p in Boston, MA Fiber Witch Festival- April 24-26th in Salem, MA NH Sheep and Wool - May 9 & 10 in Deerfield NH Massachusetts Sheep & Wool- May 23 & 24 in Cummington, MA     On a Happy Note Chris Stapleton concert with Jeff, Riley & Dad Seussical with Megg and Hattie Hattie's birthday sleepover- trampoline park, pizza, cookies, Cat & the Hat pancake, pompoms and rehearsing for her Seussical audition A quieter week! Starting a March Madness Challenge at the gym + taking an adult ballet class from my friend Kris Chatting with my friend Marta about her trip back to America this summer Seeing Cabaret Karaoke night in a private room for my friend Megg's birthday. I got to see my nephew Garret on his 16th birthday. I got a text of him driving with his learner's permit a few days later.   Quote of the Week "Community is much more than belonging to something; it' about doing something together that makes belonging matter." — Brian Solis     Thank you for tuning in!   Contact Information: Check out the Down Cellar Studio Patreon! Ravelry: BostonJen & Down Cellar Studio Podcast Ravelry Group Instagram: BostonJen1 YouTube: Down Cellar Studio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/downcellarstudio Sign up for my email newsletter to get the latest on everything happening in the Down Cellar Studio Check out my Down Cellar Studio YouTube Channel Knit Picks Affiliate Link Bookshop Affiliate Link Yarnable Subscription Box Affiliate Link FearLESS Living Fund to benefit the Blind Center of Nevada Music -"Soft Orange Glow" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/ Note: Some links are listed as Amazon Affiliate Links. 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Recorded on January 15, 2026 Book talk starts at 24:45 EVENTS Tracie and Barb will be attending NoCKRs - April 23-26, 2026 in San Juan Bautista.   Our Sweater KAL has ended and prize winners will be announced at the end of this podcast.  Thank you to everyone who participated! Our spring KAL will be the One-Skein KAL!  Find that beauitful skein of yarn you've been saving for someday and knit it up into whatever you want - a hat, a cowl, mitts or socks.  The only rules are that your project must use at least 100 yards of yarn and be all from a single skein of yarn.  We will cast on for this KAL starting February 1 and go through May 15.   KNITTING Barb has finished: Bankhead #37   Barb has Cast On: 1.  Effortless Cardigan by Zabeth, using Knit Picks Wool of the Andes worsted, in the Dove Heather colorway 2.  Stephanie's One-Row Scarf by Stephanie-Pearl McPhee, using a Caron Upside Down Cake in the Peanut Butter colorway   Tracie has finished: 1.  Felix Pullover by Amy Christophers from her combo spin 2.  Vanilla socks with FLK heel in Dreaming of Hue 75% SW Merino/25% Nylon in Unicorn Tails 3.  Melt The Ice Hat  by Paul S. Nearly in Psych Ward Yarns Hecka Fingering and Queensland Collection Sugar Rush Solids held together 4.  Melt the Ice Badge - #3D version by Hasani, in Malabrigo Rios   Tracie has Cast-on 1.  Zephyr Mark II By Celia Cahill in Invictus Yarns Tenacity in Wicked Guitar Riffs 2.  The Simple Thing by Melina Brell in WoolFolk Fär in color 28   Tracie has frogged/ put into Hibernation: Chicory Pullover by Susan Moskwa using Malabrigo Washted in the Pascal colorway     BOOKS   Barb has Finished:   1.  Motherland by Julia Ioffe - 2 stars   2.  The Correspondent - 5 stars   3.   The Writing Retreat - 3 stars     Tracie has finished:   1.   James by Percival  Everett- 3.5 stars   2.  Poisoned Love Carlton Smith - 4 stars   3.  What Lies in the Woods by Kate Alice Marshall  - 2.5 stars   4.  North and South by Elizabeth Gaskell - 4 stars   5.   Broken Ground (Karen Pirie #5) by Val McDermid - 4 stars

  Thank you for tuning in to Episode 315 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. Full show notes with photos can be found on my website. This week's segments included:   Off the Needles, Hook or Bobbins On the Needles, Hook or Bobbins Brainstorming From the Armchair KAL News On a Happy Note Quote of the Week   Thank you to this episode's sponsors: Stitched by Jessalu   Off the Needles, Hook or Bobbins   Gus the Dino Pattern: Gus the Dino by KP Crochet Patterns. $8.50 US Pattern on Etsy Yarn: Bernat Blanket in Misty Green & Parfait Chunky in White Hook: J (6.0 mm) Ravelry Project Page The original eyes were too big, so I ripped off his head, made a new one and used smaller eyes which look great. Millie loves him.   Manta Ray Pattern: Mega Ray & Sea Friends by Theresa's Crochet Shop- $15.50 pattern on website or Etsy Hook: I (5.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page Two versions available- I chose the one with an inner pocket. it looks like a  hot water bottle that opens up at the mouth, which makes the ray a pocket for all of the other toys (well, barely).   Nemo Pattern: Mega Ray & Sea Friends by Theresa's Crochet Shop- $15.50 pattern on website or Etsy Yarn: Knit Picks Brava minis in Orange, Black & White Hook: C (2.75 mm) Ravelry Project Page Clown Fish   Gill Pattern: Mega Ray & Sea Friends by Theresa's Crochet Shop- $15.50 pattern on website or Etsy Yarn: Knit Picks Brava minis in Custard, Black & White Hook: C (2.75 mm) Ravelry Project Page   Pearl Pattern: Mega Ray & Sea Friends by Theresa's Crochet Shop- $15.50 pattern on website or Etsy Yarn: Big Twist Value Solids in Pink Hook: C (2.75 mm) Ravelry Project Page Octopus   Bubbles Pattern: Mega Ray & Sea Friends by Theresa's Crochet Shop- $15.50 pattern on website or Etsy Yarn: Big Twist Value Solids in Yellow Hook: C (2.75 mm) Ravelry Project Page Yellow Tang fish   Angelfish Pattern: Mega Ray & Sea Friends by Theresa's Crochet Shop- $15.50 pattern on website or Etsy Yarn: Big Twist Value Solids in White & Yellow Hook: C (2.75 mm) Ravelry Project Page   Seahorse- Sheldon Pattern: Mega Ray & Sea Friends by Theresa's Crochet Shop- $15.50 pattern on website or Etsy Yarn: Big Twist Value Solids in Yellow & Orange Hook: C (2.75 mm) Ravelry Project Page   Arielle's Socks Yarn: Edelweiss Fibres Standard Sock (75% SW Merino/25% Nylon), 425m for 100g in the Hillside Heather Colorway Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams ($5 knitting pattern available on Ravelry) Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page About the colorway- maroons, browns and greens.   Kirby Wirby 2025 Advent Socks Yarn: Kirby Wirby 75/25 Superwash Merino/Nylon in the 2025 Advent Christmas Toys from the 80s 24 Stripe Colorway Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams ($5 knitting pattern available on Ravelry) Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page Yarn theme: Christmas Toys from the 80s   Flower Ski balaclava Pattern: none Yarn: Big Twist Value Solids & Knit Picks Brava Worsted Hook: I (5.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page My Blizzard of 2026 project. I wanted another colorful balaclava. I wanted more peripheral vision. I'm excited to wear this skiing and decide if I like the fit better than my first ski helmet balaclava (Ravelry Project Page).   On the Needles, Hook or Bobbins   Northern Lights Socks Yarn: Patons Kroy in the Northern Lights Colorway Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams ($5 knitting pattern available on Ravelry) Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page About the yarn- thin stripes of cream broken up 3 shades of teal/light blue, 2 grays and 1 deep purple. Progress: I finished sock 1 recently. Cast on sock 2.    October 2025 Sock Club Socks Yarn: agirlandherwool Sock Yarn in the October 2025 Colorway Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams ($5 knitting pattern available on Ravelry) Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page     Brainstorming I really want to cast on a sweater ideally using at least some handspun and I keep getting stuck. UGH. I may swatch for this tank with cream handspun- Camisole No 7 pattern by My Favourite Things- Ravelry Pattern Page   From the Armchair   Wuthering Heights by Emma Bronte. Amazon Affiliate Link. All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker.  Amazon Affiliate Link. Tough Guy by Rachel Reid (Book 3 in Game Changer series). Amazon Affiliate Link.   Note: Some links are listed as Amazon Affiliate Links. If you click those, please know that I am an Amazon Associate and I earn money from qualifying purchases.   KAL News   Pigskin Party '25 Wrap Up   Thank Yous!   Wendy (socalknitgirl)- Umpire Heather (zoomdogknits)- Sheep Conference Emily (ElsaandEm)- Llama Conference Alicia (almariecraft)- Alpaca Conference Mary (Maryklute)- Commentator Nicole (knitternicole)- Utility Player Thank you to ALL of our sponsors and especially our official sponsors for each of our 4 Quarters: Official Sponsor for Quarter 1 (October)- Love in Stitches Official Sponsor for Quarter 2 (November)- Twice Sheared Sheep Official Sponsor for Quarter 3 (December)- Suburban Stitcher Official Sponsor for Quarter 4 (January)- Yarnaceous Fibers   Pigskin '25 By the Numbers   1 Awesome event! 3 Conferences, comprised of 12 Teams! 43 Projects completed during the WIP challenge 70 Projects completed on the most popular completion date: 12/31/25 75 Support Forms addressed 146 Projects started on the 2nd most-popular starting date: 12/1/25  (Advent projects, anyone?!) 184 Projects completed during the Pink Challenge to support Breast Cancer Awareness 200 Most popular yardage reported for projects 224 Projects started on Kick Off Day 9/4/25 276 Projects completed for the most popular challenge (Q1 Challenge) 578 Participants!  New high!  41% reported being first timers 730 Charity projects completed!  Charity was the most popular of the Special Teams 1,301 Non-project submissions (challenges, bonuses, draft) 4,736 Projects started and completed during the event 19,148 Total points for the leader 904Stephanie.  She made 79 projects and is frequently crocheting blankets for charity.   12 Grand Prize Winners Announced! Tune in to hear if you won big!     On a Happy Note Skiing with Jeff and Millie. Great weather, great conditions, lines weren't too long! We had Hattie for a sleepover Millie's birthday sleepover Blizzard of 2026 Dinner with my cousins   Quote of the Week "I wonder if the snow loves the trees and fields, that it kisses them so gently? And then it covers them up snug, you know, with a white quilt; and perhaps it says, "Go to sleep, darlings, till the summer comes again."   ― Lewis Carroll,

Erin Claire Jones was introduced to Human Design by a stranger in New York City in 2015—a chance encounter that would change the course of her life. Today, she's one of the world's leading experts in Human Design. For the past decade, Erin has been teaching it as a practical tool for alignment in work, love, and everyday decision-making. Through her coaching, courses, digital products, and personalized guides, she's helped hundreds of thousands of people worldwide return to who they truly are and find their flow.  Do you know what career you're really meant to pursue? Can you identify the relationships you should really be investing in? Are you living your life to the fullest? Do you want to understand better your partner or work colleagues? Human Design is a mystical personality assessment that uses NASA data, astrology, and Eastern philosophy to generate mind-blowingly accurate insights into how you uniquely thrive at work, in love, and beyond. It is very practical and gives detailed info on what Human Design you are and you can find out what Human Design your children are, spouses are, and make dynamics make more sense. Erin's book: How Do You Choose?  A Human Design Guide to What's Best for You at Work, in Love, and in Life is a hands-on guide to using your Human Design to find more flow at work, deepen your relationships, and make aligned, confident decisions. Her work has been featured in Forbes, The Sunday Times, Vogue, Allure, Nylon and more. https://erinclairejones.com/book You can find out your human design by going here: BLUEPRINT GUIDE: A hyper-personalized, super accessible guide to your human design Here's the link to get your custom guide: https://humandesignblueprint.com/guide Link to study human design with Erin:  https://humandesigngenius.com/ Website: www.heatherthomson.com Social Media: IG: https://www.instagram.com/iamheathert/                     You Tube: https://youtube.com/@iamheathert?si=ZvI9l0bhLfTR-qdo SPONSOR: AirDoctorPro - Head to www.AirDoctorPro.com  and use promo code HEATHER to get UP TO $300 off today! AirDoctor comes with a 30-day money back guarantee, plus a 3-year warranty—an $84 value, free! Get this exclusive, podcast-only offer now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Am 24. Februar 1938 stellte das US-Unternehmen DuPont die ersten Zahnbürsten mit Nylonborsten her.

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  Thank you for tuning in to Episode 314 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. Full show notes with photos can be found on my website. This week's segments included:   Off the Needles, Hook or Bobbins On the Needles, Hook or Bobbins Brainstorming From the Armchair Knitting in Passing KAL News Contest, News & Notes Life in Focus On a Happy Note Quote of the Week   Off the Needles, Hook or Bobbins   Hattie's Rainbow Mittens Pattern: Little Waiting for Winter Mittens by Susan B. Anderson- $4 Knitting Pattern available on Ravelry Yarn: Knit Picks Felici Worsted in the Vegas Baby colorway Needles: US 7 (4.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page About the colorway- stripes of gray, blue, green, mustard, red and pink.   Hattie's Sparkly Mittens Pattern: Little Waiting for Winter Mittens by Susan B. Anderson-  $4 Knitting Pattern available on Ravelry Yarn: Fingering yarn held double- 1 sparkle & 1 non-sparkle base (sparkles are 20g minis from Legacy Fiber Artz Advent calendars of years past) Needles: US 7 (4.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page   Traveler Sweater Pattern: The Traveler by Andrea Mowry ($9 pattern available on Ravelry & the designer's website) Yarn: Hazel Knits Small Batch Sport (90/10 SW/Nylon) in a sage green Needles: US 3 (3.25 mm) & US 4 (3.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page Size: 3 Drawstring- fingering weight yarn- US 6 DPNs. I washed it several times, because it was bleeding yellow. I had to wash it several times before all of the rest of the dye let go. Finished. Washed it. Sleeves were too big. I had 28 purl ridges on the sleeves, I ripped back 7 and then worked the ribbing. Wore to Hattie's birthday dinner. Very comfy cozy. I am finding the weight of the hood wants to pull it back on my neck which I'm not sure I love. Have you found this?   Woolens & Nosh 2025 Advent Socks Yarn: Woolens & Nosh, 75/25 Superwash Wool/Nylon 2025 Advent Colorway Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams ($5 knitting pattern available on Ravelry) Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page Finished right after I finished the last episode. Love these so much!   Dory Pattern: Mega Ray & Sea Friends by Theresa's Crochet Shop- $15.50 pattern on website or Etsy Yarn: Knit Picks Brava minis in Celestial, Custard, Black & White Hook: C (2.75 mm) Ravelry Project Page   Gus the Dino Pattern: Gus the Dino by KP Crochet Patterns. $8.50 US Pattern on Etsy (on sale right now) Yarn: Bernat Blanket in Misty Green & Parfait Chunky in White Hook: J (6.0 mm) Ravelry Project Page 35 mm eyes were too big! I bought smaller ones, beheaded Gus and gave him a new head with new eyes!   On the Needles, Hook or Bobbins   Back to the Future Socks Yarn: Legacy Fiber Artz Steel Toes. Micro-Sock Kit in the Back to the Future Colorway Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams ($5 knitting pattern available on Ravelry) Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Back to the Future Sock set- gifted to me by Sue & Chelsea- part of their 4 Sundays of Advent yarn in 2025. About the Colorway- speckles of pink, orange, yellow purple and blue with a blue/purple mini. Progress- just about to toe of sock 1   Arielle's Socks Yarn: Edelweiss Fibres Standard Sock (75% SW Merino/25% Nylon), 425m for 100g in the Hillside Heather Colorway Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams ($5 knitting pattern available on Ravelry) Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page About the colorway- maroons, browns and greens. Cast on both on separate needles. Progress- a few inches into leg on one sock, ready to work the toe on the other US 6 shoe. 7.25 inches before toe. About 8.5 inches total foot length.   Kirby Wirby 2025 Advent Socks Yarn: Kirby Wirby 75/25 Superwash Merino/Nylon in the 2025 Advent Christmas Toys from the 80s 24 Stripe Colorway Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams ($5 knitting pattern available on Ravelry) Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page Yarn theme: Christmas Toys from the 80s Progress- turned heel on sock 2   Pucker Brush Farm BFL Sweater Spin Fiber: 16 oz of multi colored BFL roving from Pucker Brush Farm (purchased at Rhinebeck 2025), 4 oz Merino in a mustard color Ravelry Project Page I am planning to knit a Traveler sweater inspired by Emily Curtis' handmade version- click here for her Ravelry Project Page. I was thrilled to see a recent post on Emily's Instagram that she made a YouTube video about this spin/knit. I plied up about 8.5grams of the BFL with the Finnsheep. 23 wraps (690 inches/19 yards) .3 ounces / around 8.5 grams I've been keeping my wheel next to my spot on the couch and spinning if not every day, then more days than not.   Handspun documentation I went through nearly all of my handspun skeins of yarn. I made updates in each page on Ravelry to add skein information. You can enter length and weight and it add that to your stash.  I also ended up changing the names of the finished projects to include the weight and length! I wrote yarn weight (dk sport etc) on physical tags i have on the yarn. So much easier for me to work with.   Brainstorming I have 3 skeins of Lion Brand Fisherman's Wool that I used to start a Waverly Cardigan (but the gauge is just too tight)- click here for my Ravelry Project Page. I think it might be good for the Lakes Pullover by Ozetta (Ravelry Pattern- $8 knitting pattern). I found this by searching the yarn on ravelry then doing the advance pattern search to look for sweaters people knit with this yarn. Related- Eileen recently asked if someone in our group had knit a certain pattern she had questions about before purchasing/committing to. If you look at the pattern on Rav and click the Projects Tab. You can use the filters there to select "Made by Group Members" and then click on the Rav group you want to look in. You can use that to see who you want to chat w/ about it. ElizabethisKnitting (on Instagram- shared her Winter Soul Sweater in this post. Its so beautiful! Why are you not all knitting this? Great question. You can find this pattern on Ravelry.   From the Armchair   Greenwich by Kate Broad. Amazon Affiliate Link. Best Offer Wins by Marisa Kashino. Amazon Affiliate Link. The Maid by Nita Prose. Amazon Affiliate Link. Little One by Olivia Muenter. Amazon Affiliate Link Heated Rivalry by Rachel Reid. Amazon Affiliate Link. The Widow's Husband's Secret Lie (A Satirical Novella) by Freida McFadden. Amazon Affiliate Link.   Note: Some links are listed as Amazon Affiliate Links. If you click those, please know that I am an Amazon Associate and I earn money from qualifying purchases.   Knitting in Passing At Hattie's birthday dinner, Emelyn asked for help crocheting a circle. They were making a stuffed animal to look like a stage like and had everything done but the center bulk part. Aila also ended up working on it with us.   OMG Sock Classes are finished! All of my students turned their heels, some did both socks. Many did their toes and kitchenered. They all had fun and were far more successful than they anticipated so that was very exciting.   KAL News   Pigskin Party '25 is over! Event Dates: KAL Dates- Thursday September 4, 2025- Monday February 9, 2026   Updates In This Episode Official Sponsor for Quarter 4 (January)- Yarnaceous Fibers- winner announced Commentary from Mary January Participation Prize Winners Announced Grand Prize winners will be announced in the next episode. Commentator Update Thanks to everyone for another fantastic season! The February huddle has been full of chatter about all the projects people rushed to finish before the deadline. However, one of my favorite conversations has been in response to beachsideknits2's question: What is weirdest/most random thing you've ever made?  Here are some fantastic answers (prepare to be wowed!)   Beachsideknit2's succulent pillow- Ravelry Project Page   Tanksoup's Tiktaalik (in case you are like me and had no idea what a tiktaalik is, it "is a 375 million year old fossil fish that was discovered in the Canadian Arctic in 2004" according to this site. Check out Tanksoup's Ravelry Project Page    Leahbothe's nose sweaters- Ravelry Project Page   And socalknitgirl's top hat—Ravelry Project Page   I hope everyone has as much fun as I did this season!  See you all this summer for splash pad party!   Mary     Contest, News & Notes   Ross Farm fire   Check out this news article with details about the fire. Click here if you're interested in donating or consider purchasing yarn, fiber etc and letting these sheep live on even after they're gone.   On a Happy Note I bought a new car! I went to see Sleepwalker at a local theater.  Here's a link to a review that sums up some of my thoughts. I went to see Some Like it Hot in Boston. Megg & I got a fabulous dinner beforehand at Yvonne's. Our waitress even brought over a delicious dumpling dish for us to try (sans lobster). Friday date nights with Dan Running into Riley & her bestie Ellie at Lucky Finn, my current local favorite coffee shop- after the gym on a Saturday morning. It was so hilarious! Very much enjoyed Pluribus on Apple TV+.  Seeing Millie in Finding Nemo Jr. and an early dinner after with family. Mani/pedis with Megg, Eme & Hattie for Hattie's birthday. Super Bowl- while we lost it's always fun to watch. I enjoyed the commercials, and had fun cheering on the Seahawks kicker Jason Myers who played football at Marist where I went to college (now Marist University) Hattie's 8th birthday dinner. Dad and I did a Zoom beforehand in celebration of what would have been Mom's 70th with a few of her cousins.   Quote of the Week Love and compassion are necessities, not luxuries. Without them humanity cannot survive. -Dalai Lama     ------   Thank you for tuning in!   Contact Information: Check out the Down Cellar Studio Patreon! Ravelry: BostonJen & Down Cellar Studio Podcast Ravelry Group Instagram: BostonJen1 YouTube: Down Cellar Studio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/downcellarstudio Sign up for my email newsletter to get the latest on everything happening in the Down Cellar Studio Check out my Down Cellar Studio YouTube Channel Knit Picks Affiliate Link Bookshop Affiliate Link Yarnable Subscription Box Affiliate Link FearLESS Living Fund to benefit the Blind Center of Nevada Music -"Soft Orange Glow" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/ Note: Some links are listed as Amazon Affiliate Links. If you click those, please know that I am an Amazon Associate and I earn money from qualifying purchases.  

I sit down with Kevin Rose for a live screen share where he walks me through “Nylon,” a personal Techmeme-style news engine he vibe-coded to track AI and tech stories. He breaks down how he pulls from RSS, enriches articles with tools like iFramely, Firecrawl, and Gemini, then generates TLDRs and vector embeddings to cluster stories with real nuance. We dig into his “gravity engine,” an editorial scoring system that ranks stories by impact, novelty, and builder relevance. The bigger theme is simple: with today's models and workflows, a solo builder can ship wild, high-leverage software fast, then refine by cutting features down to the few that matter. Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro And What Kevin Plans To Demo 03:10 – Techmeme Breakdown And How Signal Gets Ranked 06:44 – RSS Sources, Ingestion, And The Article Pipeline 11:23 – Winner Selection: RSS vs iFramely vs Firecrawl vs Gemini 13:01 – Why iFramely And Firecrawl, Explained 16:37 – TLDRs, Vector Embeddings, And Why They Beat Keyword Search 19:49 – Task Orchestration With trigger.dev And Retries 24:58 – Clusters: Expanding With Search APIs And Discovery 27:07 – The Gravity Engine: Editorial Scoring Rubric 31:31 – Product Management: Gut, Iteration, And Cutting Features 34:53 – Synthetic Audiences And Personal Software 37:03 – What “Success” Looks Like 43:52 – Retention Mechanics And The Idea Browser Example 47:19 – “Blurred Presence” Blog Project From A 12-Year-Old Idea 50:34 – This the best time to build 51:55 – How To Work With Kevin, DIGG Reboot, And VC Today Keypoints I watch Kevin's end-to-end pipeline for turning messy RSS links into clean, enriched, clustered stories. Kevin uses a “winner” judge to pick the best source of truth per field (summary, main content, metadata). Vector embeddings plus clustering unlock meaning-level grouping that keyword search misses. trigger.dev gives durable background jobs, retries, and observability for a solo builder workflow. His “gravity engine” acts like an editorial layer that prioritizes novelty, impact, and builder relevance. The #1 tool to find startup ideas/trends - https://www.ideabrowser.com LCA helps Fortune 500s and fast-growing startups build their future - from Warner Music to Fortnite to Dropbox. We turn 'what if' into reality with AI, apps, and next-gen products https://latecheckout.agency/ The Vibe Marketer - Resources for people into vibe marketing/marketing with AI: https://www.thevibemarketer.com/ FIND ME ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/ Kevin Rose: x: https://x.com/kevinrose personal website: https://www.kevinrose.com/about Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@KevinRose

There are more running shoe brands and models than ever - and all the jargon can feel confusing. In this episode, we help you navigate what features of a running shoe actually matter - and what's just good marketing. You'll learn about supershoes vs supertrainers, why heel to toe drop matters, what the different foams do, and more.Thank you to our sponsors:✨ Amazfit: User-friendly simple running watches with advanced features, at an affordable price point. Use link http://bit.ly/4nai73H for 10% off your purchase.✨Title Nine: Comfortable sports bras that actually fit, from a women-owned company. Use code RUNTOTHEFINISH for free shipping at https://runtothefinish.com/title-nine/✨Join us on Patreon.com/treadlightlyrunning or subscribe on Apple Podcasts for special subscriber-only content!In this episode, you'll learn:✅ The difference between carbon and nylon plated shoes✅ Why you shouldn't train in supershoes all the time✅ How to safely introduce carbon plated shoes✅ The pros and cons of high stack height shoes✅ The most important features to consider when buying new running shoes✅ Understanding PEBA, TPU, and EVA foams✅ Do you need a running shoe rotation?If you enjoyed this episode, you may also like:

Recorded on January 15, 2026 Book talk starts at 21:26 EVENTS 1.  Tracie and Barb will be attending NoCKRs - April 23-26, 2026 in San Juan Bautista.   Our Sweater KAL has ended and prize winners will be announced during the February podcast.  Thank you to everyone who participated!   Our spring KAL will be the One-Skein KAL!  Find that beauitful skein of yarn you've been saving for someday and knit it up into whatever you want - a hat, a cowl, mitts or socks.  The only rules are that your project must use at least 100 yards of yarn and be all from a single skein of yarn.  We will cast on for this KAL starting February 1 and go through May 15. KNITTING Barb has finished: Nothing!  Barb has a hand injury that prevents her from knitting right now    Tracie has finished: 1.   Brooklyn Raglan Lite by Tori Yu, using Mod Yarns Fingering 101 in Angelyne 2.   Ruby's Ruby Sweater using the Darling Darby pattern using Plymouth Encore Starz 3.  Ranunculus by Midori Hirose in Juniper Moon Farms Bud in the Emerald colorway   Tracie has Cast-on 1.  Felix Pullover by Amy Christophers in her combo spin 2.   The Simple Thing by Melina Brell in WoolFolk Fär in color 28    Barb has put into Hibernation:   1.  Colorwork Dip pullover by Suvi Knits, using 2 colors of Berroco Remix Light in Peony and Mist   2.  Flax Sock by Tin Can Knits. using Wonderland Dyeworks Smitten in the Deep Lilac colorway   3.  Pivot Cowl by Purl Soho using Duren Dyeworks Contentment DK   Tracie continues to work on:   1.  Chicory Pullover by Susan Moskwa using Malabrigo Washted in the Pascal colorway   2.  Vanilla socks with FLK heel in Dreaming of Hue 75% SW Merino/25% Nylon in Unicorn Tails     BOOKS   Tracie has Finished:   1.  The Girls by Lori Lansen - 4.5 stars   2.  After the Fire (Maeve Kerrigan #6) by Jane Casey - 3 stars   3.  The Witch Elm by Tana French - 4 stars   4.   Bright Young Women by Jessica Knoll - 4.5 stars   5.  Unraveling Oliver by Liz Nugent - 4 stars   Barb has Finished:   1.  This is How We End Things by RJ Jacobs - 4 stars   2.  The Evil Within: Murdered by Her Sepbrother - the crime that shocked a nation by Darren Galsworthy - 3 stars     Tracie recommends reels by therapyjeff, willhitchins, professor_neil, and thespeechprof, men who break down and refute mysogynistic stuff online in their videos.  

Besessen vom Klang, fast wahnsinnig vor Hingabe: Gitarrist Ralph Towner formt aus Nylon- und Stahlsaiten eine eigene Klangsprache und verbindet Jazz, Weltmusik und Klassik zu kammermusikalischer Intensität.

  Thank you for tuning in to Episode 312 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. Full show notes with photos can be found on my website. This week's segments included:   Off the Needles, Hook or Bobbins On the Needles, Hook or Bobbins Brainstorming Knitting in Passing From the Armchair KAL News Events Contest, News & Notes Life in Focus On a Happy Note Quote of the Week   Off the Needles, Hook or Bobbins   Sheri's Christmas Socks Yarn: Gusto Wool Echos in Colorway 1515 (blue to purple gradient in 2-50g skeins) Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams ($5 knitting pattern available on Ravelry) Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page   Gus the Dino Pattern: Gus the Dino by KP Crochet Patterns. $8.50 US Pattern on Etsy (on sale right now) Yarn: Bernat Blanket in Misty Green & Parfait Chunky in White Hook: J (6.0 mm) Ravelry Project Page I got 35 mm eyes from Amazon   Very Hungry Caterpillar Socks Yarn: Teal Torch Knits Splendid Sock (100% SW Merino) in the Emerald Colorway, Murky Depths Deep Sock in the Age of Aquarium Colorway & Legacy Fiber Artz Steel Toes in the Vanilla Bean colorway Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams ($5 knitting pattern available on Ravelry) Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) and US 2 Ravelry Project Page The first sock is a colorwork leg sock with things the Very Hungry Caterpillar I measured from another socks- 12 rounds per inch. Goal is a 5 inch leg (after cuff), so ~60 rounds Cast on 56 sts with US 1.5 for cuff. After cuff, knit a few rounds before doing 4 sets of increases (4 increases each time) to get to 72 sts. Then changed to US 2 needles and tested for stretchiness after first block of colorwork. Using that I plotted out the colorwork for one sock based on Pacific Knit Co's Garden Doodle set. The second sock is has 12 round stripes of the 2 green colorways with a red toe to look like the caterpillar.   Miles Penguin Pattern: Penguin by Lion Brand Yarn- free crochet pattern on the Lion Brand website Yarn: Knit Picks Brava Worsted minis in Black, Clarity, White and Orange colorways Hook: C (2.75 mm) Ravelry Project Page For this one I used two black circles bordered by white so I could skip the safety eyes (Miles is under 2 years old).   Dirty Crayon Box Socks Yarn: Fiber Stash Strong Toes Sock (80% SW Merino/ 20% Nylon) in the Dirty Crayon Box Colorway Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams ($5 knitting pattern available on Ravelry) Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page I started these socks in October 2024 and finished on January 5, 2026   On the Needles, Hook or Bobbins   Woolens & Nosh 2025 Advent Socks Yarn: Woolens & Nosh, 75/25 Superwash Wool/Nylon 2025 Advent Colorway Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams ($5 knitting pattern available on Ravelry) Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page   Kirby Wirby 2025 Advent Socks Yarn: Kirby Wirby 75/25 Superwash Merino/Nylon in the 2025 Advent Christmas Toys from the 80s 24 Stripe Colorway Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams ($5 knitting pattern available on Ravelry) Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page Yarn theme: Christmas Toys from the 80s   Traveler Sweater Pattern: The Traveler by Andrea Mowry ($9 pattern available on Ravelry & the designer's website) Yarn: Hazel Knits Small Batch Sport (90/10 SW/Nylon) in a sage green Needles: US 3 (3.25 mm) & US 4 (3.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page Progress: finished the first sleeve and I'm at the cuff of the the second.   Pucker Brush Farm BFL Sweater Spin Fiber: 16 oz of multi colored BFL roving from Pucker Brush Farm (purchased at Rhinebeck 2025), 4 oz Merino in a mustard color Ravelry Project Page I am planning to knit a Traveler sweater inspired by Emily Curtis' handmade version- click here for her Ravelry Project Page. I was thrilled to see a recent post on Emily's Instagram that she made a YouTube video about this spin/knit. I found 4oz of Ironwood Hill Farm Roving- Finnsheep combed top that I purchased in April 2021. Unfortunately I can't find more of this on Cece's Wool site or Ironwood's etsy shop, but I think it will give me the idea for a tan/brown color plied with the colorful yarn, so I spun enough to make a sample yarn to swatch with.   Brainstorming Crochet Ski Helmet Balaclava available on Etsy for $7.36   Knitting in Passing Millie finished the hat she was knitting for her dad with yarn from Plied Yarn Co. Aila loved her goose purse! Her reaction was priceless Eme loved their Very Hungry Caterpillar socks My dad bought me a set of 2 organizers for socks. Each holds 30 pair. Great for my handknits. They sit on the shelf in our closet and are a gray cotton/linen that matches our hampers! Here's an Amazon Affiliate Link in case you're interested in checking them out.   From the Armchair The Correspondent by Virginia Evans. Amazon Affiliate Link. Tilt by Emma Pattee. Amazon Affiliate Link.   Note: Some links are listed as Amazon Affiliate Links. If you click those, please know that I am an Amazon Associate and I earn money from qualifying purchases.   KAL News   Pigskin Party '25 Event Dates: KAL Dates- Thursday September 4, 2025- Monday February 9, 2026 Find everything you need in the Start Here Thread in the Ravelry Group Official Rules Registration Form  (you must be Registered to be eligible for prizes) Enter your projects using the Point Tally Form Find the full list of Sponsors in this Google Doc. Coupon Codes are listed in this Ravelry Thread Exclusive Items from our Pro Shop Sponsors are listed in this Ravelry Thread Questions-  ask them in this Ravelry Thread or email Jen at downcellarstudio @ gmail.com   Updates In This Episode Official Sponsor for Quarter 3 (December)- Suburban Stitcher Mini Maker's Merry Month See details in this Ravelry Thread. Winner announced Official Sponsor for Quarter 4 (January)- Yarnaceous Fibers. Check out this Ravelry Thread for  4th & Goal with Yarnaceous Fibers Challenge Details December Participation Winners Announced Wild Card WIP Bonus- check out this Ravelry thread for details   Commentator Update Happy new year pigskin partiers!  The January huddle is abuzz with conversation. Several players have posted a list of everything that they made in 2025. We have some really prolific players in the group! The best thing about the conversation is that no one is competitive about it. Just lots of celebrations!  I find it kind of inspiring to see what others have accomplished. For example, hikesandbikes finished 54 knitted knockers! What a great cause! It inspires me to try knitting some this year.  Come on over and join the chat if you want to get inspired too!  A few players have decided that they want to make sweaters in 2026. If you want to join in the fun, hop on over to a new Sweater MAL thread: https://www.ravelry.com/discuss/down-cellar-studio-podcast/4390076/1-25 Another interesting topic of conversation in the January huddle stemmed from the unfortunate injury of one of our players. Sadly, she sprained her wrist. The group came through with lots of ideas for what to do when you can't knit and crochet, including needle felting, doing puzzles, watercolors, playing with art supplies, journaling and as MrsQuilt put it, "whining, reading, and actually paying attention to what is on the TV" I am wishing you all health, happiness, and strong crafting mojo in the new year! Mary   Events Farm Fiber Days at Russell's Garden Center- January 18th & March 8th in Wayland, MA Sunkissed Fiber Festival: January 24-25, 2026- just outside Tampa, FL New England Farm & Fiber Festival- Sunday February 8 from 10a-4p in Boston, MA Fiber Witch Festival- April 24-26th in Salem, MA   Contest, News & Notes Check out my Vlogmas videos if you haven't already- click here for the full playlist. Thanks to Nellsknitting for starting a thread in the Ravelry Group about a Sweater KAL 2026. (Danielle in MA)- great chatter about WIPs, planning etc. Want to cast on and need some encouragement? check it out.   Life in Focus   In this episode I reviewed my 2025 word of the year and 25 in 25 list.   My Word of the Year for 2025: Welcome   25 in 2025   Donate Blood at least 4 times (January, March, May, Sept) Go shopping for plants with Dan 4 times in the year (my Christmas gift from him) Buy new ski boots Go camping (scheduled for June) Kayak 2-5 times (Saco- 2 days) Do at least 5 walks with others (Megg 3/30)  bike riding with Dan twice in March. Walked with Megg (April), hike Mount Monument (Dan, Megg, Tom, Aila), Laura in 2 National Parks in Washington State  Take 2-5 yoga classes (outside of the house)--- option- https://balancestudiocohasset.com/book-a-class/ Do at least 30 lessons in Mondly (had 25 done in 2024)- does not include daily lessons Spend a day at Raffa Life-  September 21 with Laura and Megg Record 2-5 things I'm grateful for each day before bed (more days than not counts)- fallen off. Read all of Simple Abundance (ideally daily or close to)(10) Read at least 60 books- all books count (even poetry etc) Get at least 2 massages at Oasis (1 in April, 1 in June, 1 in September) See 2-5 movies in the theater (Paddington in Peru, The Long Walk, Blue Moon, Wicked for Good) Knit 2-5 garments for me (Aurealis - WIPs-Monsoonee Sweaters, granny stripe tank, Bayside tank) Granny tank, Bayside Shirt Finish and enjoy my Christmas Granny Square Blanket Crochet at least 5 toys (1: hedgehog 2& 3: Love Bugs, 4 pop-tart, 5 butterfly- another butterfly WIP, and TRex) Use my spinning wheel at least once a month (Jan, Feb & March, April,  July, August, September, Oct, Nov (forgot May & June) Have a crafty day with Emelie Knit a slouchy hat for myself Try out 3 new to me podcasts (Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend, White Lotus official podcast, severance official podcast, Cramped) Watch White Christmas with Jenny & Kara (bringing the tradition back) Buy a firebox and put important papers inside (working with Dan on list of things to put in it) https://www.thenokbox.com (Debbie, deafelis recommended) Create a list of things to pack in case of an evacuation https://www.thenokbox.com/ -deafelis- Debbie told me about it Purge at least 20 items of clothing/accessories/shoes     On a Happy Note Dad's knee replacement was a big success! I stayed with him from December 5-21. Dad and I had a lovely visit from our friend Merry who came with an unexpected gift- a bracelet with beads made from my mom's funeral flowers in red (ruby slipper), yellow (yellow brick road) and white for home. Dan and I had a lovely double date night at the Irish pub with friends. I was able to see my 7 year old niece Hattie as Gretl in Sound of Music (twice!!!) Making Aunt Milly's cookies with Riley and Millie (and having a sleepover with them). Christmas Eve & Christmas Day were both lovely. Definitely different without my Mom and grandmother there but it was still a joy to be together. Our friend Gail joined us as she usually does and brought all sorts of fun games for us to play. The Sunday after Christmas, I was able to spend all afternoon with my grandmother, some of that alone. My friend Megg came over because she wanted to visit and say goodbye. We had dinner together after. My friend Laura came in for NYE. Small get together with friends at my Dad's turned into a real party, though most didn't stay until midnight. Megg wanted it to be a sparkly kind of night so Laura and I got outfits for the three of us at the consignment shop on the way over! Very silly fun. My cousin Mike and his husband Kyle came up from Florida. My grandmother's services were beautiful with contributions from lots of family members. While it was more stressful than mom's, and it was the worst form of deja vu having the same schedule for that exact same Thur/Fri two years in a row- my grandmother would be happy with how it all turned out.  Skiing on Saturday after the funeral. 7 of us, impromptu trip, icy conditions but we still had a blast.   Quote of the Week "Amidst the normal hard stuff is the abnormal hard stuff. You may be doing great, but no one great always had it great. At the end of each day, as you prepare for the next, I hope you take an inventory of your life, your thoughts and where you're headed. The wind can take you some cool places, but so can your paddle."   ― Richie Norton   ------   Contact Information: Check out the Down Cellar Studio Patreon! Ravelry: BostonJen & Down Cellar Studio Podcast Ravelry Group Instagram: BostonJen1 YouTube: Down Cellar Studio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/downcellarstudio Sign up for my email newsletter to get the latest on everything happening in the Down Cellar Studio Check out my Down Cellar Studio YouTube Channel Knit Picks Affiliate Link Bookshop Affiliate Link Yarnable Subscription Box Affiliate Link FearLESS Living Fund to benefit the Blind Center of Nevada Music -"Soft Orange Glow" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/ Note: Some links are listed as Amazon Affiliate Links. If you click those, please know that I am an Amazon Associate and I earn money from qualifying purchases.  

Alyse Bacine is a pioneering force in trauma healing and transformational breathwork. With 25 years of expertise and a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology, she bridges the worlds of clinical mental health and somatic healing through her revolutionary methodology, The Metamorphosis Method™.After a decade serving as a school counselor and implementing groundbreaking meditation programs, Alyse developed a unique approach combining cutting-edge trauma tools with advanced breathwork and energy healing. This methodology creates predictable, permanent transformation by addressing mind, body, and energy field simultaneously - something missing from both traditional therapy and somatic practices.Featured in Oprah Magazine, Well and Good, and Nylon, her work has generated over seven figures in revenue and transformed hundreds of women's lives. The Metamorphosis Method™ stands apart as the only system effectively closing the gap between clinical expertise and somatic healing.With certifications in Social Emotional Learning and Mindfulness Practices, plus extensive experience in both therapeutic and somatic modalities, Alyse has created a comprehensive approach that revolutionizes how women heal and grow.You can connect with Alyse on her website, various social media platforms, and through her podcast:https://www.alysebreathes.com/https://www.instagram.com/alyse_breathes/https://www.linkedin.com/in/alysebreathes/https://www.facebook.com/alyse.levyhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reclaiming-consciousness/id1595666639This is a Meditative (longer) session and is best done lying down.If you are new to this podcast or breathwork, you may find it helpful to listen to episode 1 first.Please consult your doctor before trying breathwork if you have any known health issues or are pregnant. Please do not do breathwork while in water, operating a vehicle or other heavy machinery.

Giulio Bonazzi is the visionary leader of Aquafil, a global pioneer in circular materials including Econyl Regenerated Nylon. Giulio has been transforming Aquafil from a conventional manufacturer into a pioneer of circular design, and he tells us about the process of creating premium-quality polyamide from a wide range of nylon waste streams, including fishing nets, old carpets, and fabric scraps.

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Alyse Bacine is a pioneering force in trauma healing and transformational breathwork. With 25 years of expertise and a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology, she bridges the worlds of clinical mental health and somatic healing through her revolutionary methodology, The Metamorphosis Method™.After a decade serving as a school counselor and implementing groundbreaking meditation programs, Alyse developed a unique approach combining cutting-edge trauma tools with advanced breathwork and energy healing. This methodology creates predictable, permanent transformation by addressing mind, body, and energy field simultaneously - something missing from both traditional therapy and somatic practices.Featured in Oprah Magazine, Well and Good, and Nylon, her work has generated over seven figures in revenue and transformed hundreds of women's lives. The Metamorphosis Method™ stands apart as the only system effectively closing the gap between clinical expertise and somatic healing.With certifications in Social Emotional Learning and Mindfulness Practices, plus extensive experience in both therapeutic and somatic modalities, Alyse has created a comprehensive approach that revolutionizes how women heal and grow.You can connect with Alyse on her website, various social media platforms, and through her podcast:https://www.alysebreathes.com/https://www.instagram.com/alyse_breathes/https://www.linkedin.com/in/alysebreathes/https://www.facebook.com/alyse.levyhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reclaiming-consciousness/id1595666639This quick episode can be done sitting up or lying down.If you are new to this podcast or breathwork, you may find it helpful to listen to episode 1 first.Please consult your doctor before trying breathwork if you have any known health issues or are pregnant. Please do not do breathwork while in water, operating a vehicle or other heavy machinery.

Recorded on December 23, 2025 Book talk starts at 21:50 Sweater KAL -  You have a few weeks to get that sweater finished and posted in our FO Thread.  The deadline is January 15, 2026 EVENTS Tracie and Barb will be attending: 1.  New Year Fiber Retreat - January 1 - 4, 2026 in San Juan Bautista 2.  NoCKRs - April 23-26, 2026 in San Juan Bautista.      KNITTING Barb has finished: 75-Yard Malabrigo Fingerless Mitts by Jeanne Stevenson, using Plymouth Encore Tweed in the Red Brick colorwway   Tracie has finished: 1.  Bankhead hats #7, 8 and 9 by Susie Gourley 2.  Curly Snake by Susan B. Anderson 3.  Nice to Gnome You by Sarah Schira in assorted fingering yarns 4.  Neck Down Pullover for Men by Diane Soucy in Berroco Remix Chunky in the fern colorway   Tracie has Cast-on 1.  Chicory Pullover by Susan Moskwa using Malabrigo Washted in the Pascal colorway   Barb is still working on:   1.  Colorwork Dip pullover by Suvi Knits, using 2 colors of Berroco Remix Light in Peony and Mist   2.  75-Yard Malabrigo Fingerless Mitts by Jeanne Stevinson using Plymouth Encore Tweed using the Brick Red colorway   3.  Pivot Cowl by Purl Soho using Duren Dyeworks Contentment DK     Tracie continues to work on:   1.  Brooklyn Raglan Lite by Tori Yu, using Mod Yarns Fingering 101 in Angelyne   2.  Vanilla socks with FLK heel in Dreaming of Hue 75% SW Merino/25% Nylon in Unicorn Tails   3.  Ruby's Ruby Sweater using the Darling Darby pattern using Plymouth Encore Starz     BOOKS   Tracie has Finished:   1.   Hope to Die (DI Adam Fawley #6-) by Cara Hunter -  4/5 stars   2.  You Wanna Be on Top? A Memoir of Makeovers, Manipulation and Not Becoming America's Next Top Model by Sarah Hartshorn  - 4 Stars   3.  Blood Runs Deep (DS Malkie McCullch #1 by Doug Sinclair - 3 stars   Barb has Finished:   1.  The Next Everest: Surviving the Mountain's Deadliest Day and Finding the Resilience to Climb it Again - 4 stars   2.  A Guardian and a Thief by Megha Majumbar - 5 stars

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This is quite a surreal moment for me. I've been inspired by Valerie Phillips' work since I picked up a NYLON magazine in the early 00s. It was a dream to be able to talk with her about shooting during the peak of fashion magazine culture. We get into her start on music video sets, how she worked with some of the best during the start of NYLON, and how she self published her own work which led to international publisher and her latest book, Candy Cat Head (out soon).—Get BONUS episodes on 90s TV and culture (Freaks & Geeks, My So Called Life, Buffy, 90s culture documentaries, and more…) and to support the show join the  Patreon! GIVE US A 5 STAR RATING & SUBSCRIBE!Guest: Valerie Phillips | @wynterinspaceHost: Lauren @lauren_melanieFollow Fashion Grunge PodcastFind more Fashion Grunge on LinktreeJoin me on Substack:  The Lo Down: a Fashion Grunge blog/newsletter☕️ Support Fashion Grunge on Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/fashiongrunge 

Recorded on November 27, 2025 Book talk begins at 20:40 After 14 years and over 300 episodes, we have made the decision to wind down the podcast over the next year and finish in September 2026, our fifteenth anniversary.  We have loved making the podcast and all of the people it has brought into our lives!  We want to assure you that this decision wasn't made because of any kind of health reasons - we are simply both feeling that it's time to bring the project to a close. What we don't want to see end is our wonderful community - we will continue to see you on our Ravelry boards, at fiber events throughout the year, and on our weekly Zoom call on Saturdays at noon PST!   Our 2025-2026 Fall Sweater KAL has begun and will go until January 15, 2026.   You must be a member of this group to enter You must make an adult size sweater.   If you have a sweater that is 50% finished or less, you can finish that sweater during our KAL Need some inspiration?  We have bundles! Beginner Sweaters Bundle  Adventurous Beginners to Advanced Sweater Bundle Crochet Sweaters Bundle   Coming Events: New Year Fiber Retreat - January 1-4 in San Juan Bautista, CA TKGA retreat - November 6-9 in San Francisco, CA NoCKRs retreat April 10-13 in San Juan Bautista, CA   KNITTING Barb has finished:   1.  One Row Scarf (adopted from Stephanie Pearl McFee) using a Caron Cake 2.  Bankhead Hat #35   Tracie Has Finished:   1.  Carnegie Vest by James Magee (from Stitching in the Stacks) using Neighborhood Fiber Co. Studio Sport in the Sheridan Circle colorway   2.  Swaddle Pal (cat) by Susan B. Anderson using assorted acrylic DK yarns   3.  Leni Hat #1 by Isabelle Kraemer in Malabrigo Rios in Rheinhessen Caramel colorway   4.   Leni Hat #2 by Isabelle Kraemer in Malabrigo Rios in the Aquamarine colorway   5.  2 Tubey Hats by Wooly Wurmhead in Hayfield Spirit in Sundown   6.  I was a Teenage Mutant by Alex Tinsley from Doomsday Knits in Lisa SouzaBlue Faced Leicester Worsted in Styx    Barb has cast on:    1. One-Row Scarf #2 Stephanie Purl McPhee using a Caron Cake 2.  Pivot Cowl by Purl Soho using Duren Dyeworks in Contenment DK   Tracie has cast on: 1.  Nice to Gnome You by Sarah Schira using assorted scrap yarn     Barb is still working on: 1.  Colorwork Dip pullover by Suvi Knits, using 2 colors of Berocco Light in the Mist and the Peony colorway   3.  Flax Sock pullover by Tin Can Knits, using Wonderland Dyeworks Smitten in the Deep Lilac colorway   Tracie continues to work on:   1. Vanilla socks with FLK heel in Dreaming of Hue 75%SW Merino/25% Nylon in Unicorn Tales   2.  Brooklyn Raglan Light* by Tori You in Mod Yarn Fingering 101 in Angeline   3. Ruby's Ruby Sweater, using the Darling Darby pattern by Jean Clement in Plymouth Encore Starz   4.  #991 Neck Down Pullover for Men by Diane Soucy in Berroco Remix Chunky in the Fern colorway   BOOKS Barb has finished:    1. The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon - 4.5 stars 2. The Burgess Boys by Elizabeth Strout - 4 stars   Tracie has finished: 1.  The Various Haunts of Men by Susan Hill - 2 stars 2.  All That is Mine I Carry with Me   3.  The Mother Next Door: Medicine, Deception and Munchausen by Proxy by Andrea Dunlop - 5 stars   4. Skeleton Road (Inspector Karin Pirie #3)  by Van McDermid   5.  We Are All the Same in the Dark by Julia Heaberlin   Tracie recommendeds content creators therapyjeff, willhitchins, professor_neil, and thespeechprof who all post reels calling out misogyny and poor male treatment of women.

  Thank you for tuning in to Episode 310 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. Full show notes with photos can be found on my website.   This week's segments included:   Off the Needles, Hook or Bobbins On the Needles, Hook or Bobbins From the Armchair KAL News Contest, News & Notes Life in Focus Ask Me Anything On a Happy Note Quote of the Week   Thank you to this episode's sponsors: Stitched by Jessalu   Off the Needles, Hook or Bobbins   Dan's Birthday Hat Pattern: Turn a Square by Jared Flood. $5 knitting pattern available on Ravelry & Brooklyn Tweed Site Yarn: Yarnbaker DK ((75% SW Merino/25% Nylon) in the Burnt Indigo Colorway (dusty navy blue with black Needles: US 5 (3.75 mm) & US 7 (4.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page I used 54g of yarn and have 52g left. It was living in my Stitched by Jessalu Rhinebeck bag which is, for now, my hat bag.   Game Day Party Socks Yarn: Mandi's Makings SW Merino Fingering Weight Yarn in the Pigskin '25 Exclusive Game Day Party Colorway. Green mini skein for heels/toes from Goosey Fibers (Wizard of Oz Advent Calendar yarn) Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams ($5 knitting pattern available on Ravelry) Ravelry Project Page Yarn: Pigskin '25 Exclusive- 60 points 62g used   Aila's Goose Bag Pattern: None. Using this Ravelry Project Page as a guide Yarn: Loops & Threads Impeccable in the Aran colorway (~400g skein) Hooks: G (4.0 mm) & H (5.0 mm) Ravelry Project Page Started at the bottom with smaller hook and holding yarn double. ch31 work both sides of that to create the base. increased up to 62 stitches. larger hook. SC around for sides. 7 sts for handle (smaller hook) with the goose head at end of handle which is attached to other side of the bag. Then I added feet at the bottom.   On the Needles, Hook or Bobbins   Kris' Christmas Socks Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams ($5 knitting pattern available on Ravelry) Yarn: West Yorkshire Spinners in the Fairy Lights colorway  Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page I knit pair of socks out of this same colorway for Mom in 2019- Ravelry Project Page here. That was my 100th pair of OMG Heel socks. Progress: I am almost to the toe of sock 1.   Over the Rainbow Socks Yarn: Cashmere & Coconuts MCN Sock yarn in the Somewhere Over the Rainbow colorway Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams ($5 knitting pattern available on Ravelry) Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page About the colorway: Yarn was gift from Kris on Mom's 1st heavenly birthday. I decided these will be for Hattie (my niece who is Mom's birthday twin). Progress: I'm on the leg of sock 2.   Zoe Hat Pattern: Zoe Hat by Alexandra Davidoff- $6 knitting pattern available on Ravelry Yarn: Berrocco Vintage in a teal color Needles: US 5 (3.75 mm) & US 7 (4.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page Laura picked out this yarn at Knitty City in NY Progress: I am still on the ribbing.   Elsa Pattern: Queen Elsa Amigurumi by Chiara Cremon (free crochet pattern available on Ravelry) Yarn: Knit Picks Brava (worsted weight acrylic yarn) Hook: D (3.25 mm) Ravelry Project Page Progress: just barely started the legs.   From the Armchair   Winter Garden by Kristin Hannah. Amazon Affiliate Link. Romantic Comedy by Curtis Sittenfeld. Amazon Affiliate Link.   Note: Some links are listed as Amazon Affiliate Links. If you click those, please know that I am an Amazon Associate and I earn money from qualifying purchases.   KAL News   Pigskin Party '25 Event Dates: KAL Dates- Thursday September 4, 2025- Monday February 9, 2026 Find everything you need in the Start Here Thread in the Ravelry Group Official Rules Registration Form  (you must be Registered to be eligible for prizes) Enter your projects using the Point Tally Form Find the full list of Sponsors in this Google Doc. Coupon Codes are listed in this Ravelry Thread Exclusive Items from our Pro Shop Sponsors are listed in this Ravelry Thread Questions-  ask them in this Ravelry Thread or email Jen at downcellarstudio @ gmail.com Check out this Ravelry Thread with helpful tips for the event, crowd sourced from our incredible players.   Updates In This Episode Count On It Challenge hosted by Twice Sheared Sheep, Official Sponsor for Quarter 2 (November). Details in this Ravelry thread. Official Sponsor for Quarter 3 (December)- Suburban Stitcher Mini Maker's Merry Month See details in this Ravelry Thread. Stay tuned for more about our Official Sponsor for Quarter 4 (January)- Yarnaceous Fibers   Commentator Update (links in this section go to Ravelry) Like most of the knitting internet, our November huddle has had lots of chatter about the game of wool, including tips for how to watch it if you are in the US!  This has spawned lots of conversations about: how long it really takes to knit something,  how hard on your body it can be to knit for long periods of time, and  whether crafting with time pressure is a fun challenge or just robs the joy out of our hobby.  Several pigskin partiers have shared their experiences with times crafting challenges, such as the sheep to sweater challenges, sock madness, and the super sock world challenge.    In other news, players are posting some amazing projects in the end zone dance thread!  A few players have completed some really intricate projects lately.  For example,   Enchantingpastime recently completed an amazing C2C crochet blanket with a penguin wearing a Santa hat!  It is so cute. https://www.ravelry.com/projects/Enchantingpastime/larger-penguin-blanket Fgcreations completed some fabulous colorwork "spooky bogeyman mitts: https://www.ravelry.com/projects/fgcreations/spooky-bogeyman-mittens Adrie9 completed a lovely sunset silhouette hat https://www.ravelry.com/projects/adrie9/sunset-silhouette-hat What a talented group of players we have!    Contest, News & Notes Check out this Gay Sheep Fashion Show article that I heard about on the 7 podcast from the Washington Post   Life in Focus   25 in 2025 Donate Blood at least 4 times (January, March, May, Sept) - done Go shopping for plants with Dan 4 times in the year Buy new ski boots- done Go camping (scheduled for June)- done Kayak 2-5 times (Saco- 2 days)- done Do at least 5 walks with others- done Take 2-5 yoga classes- will not complete Do at least 30 lessons in Mondly- will still try Spend a day at Raffa Life-  done Record 2-5 things I'm grateful for each day before bed (more days than not counts)- I've fallen off. Read all of Simple Abundance- gave up. Got too religious for me. Read at least 60 books- - 58 books as 11/29 Get at least 2 massages at Oasis- done See 2-5 movies in the theater- done Knit 2-5 garments for me- done Finish and enjoy my Christmas Granny Square Blanket- not happening this year. Crochet at least 5 toys- done Use my spinning wheel at least once a month- all but May & June! Calling this a win Have a crafty day with Emelie- done Knit a slouchy hat for myself-  not yet but it could still happen. Try out 3 new to me podcasts- done Watch White Christmas with Jenny & Kara- its on the calendar Buy a firebox and put important papers inside- working with Dan on finding the right one. Create a list of things to pack in case of an evacuation- not done yet Purge at least 20 items of clothing/accessories/shoes- done   Ask Me Anything   Tune in to hear my answer to this question: Hi, I'm a newer listener to your podcast and really enjoy it.  But just how fast do you knit? It seems you have a job (in addition to the podcast), have time to be in a musical, family,,...yet your projects seem to fly off the needles.  How do you get it all done?  Are you knitting constantly?? Slow at knitting, Cathleen   On a Happy Note My cousin Jenny hosted a girls/cousins game night. We had a lot of fun! Dad, Jeff, Riley, Millie & I started decorating at Dad's and then had a big Wicked (part 1) watch party in the evening. Megg, Eme, Ois, Hattie, Kris, Aila, Riley, Millie, Kara and Emelie all came. Only 3 of them had seen it before. Laura's visit- our craft fair tradition, lots of laughter with Megg and some great second-hand finds to add to my winter wardrobe Seeing Cabaret with Megg and Terri A surprise 4 Sundays advent box delivery from Legacy Fiber Artz- thanks Sue & Chelsea!! Fiber Club at my local library Thanksgiving with the family!  My cousin Joanie gifted Dad, Jeff and me each an ornament with flowers from mom's funeral made into beads and put together with crystals into a beautiful snowflake ornament Wicked For Good!   Quote of the Week "Gratitude is the inward feeling of kindness received. Thankfulness is the natural impulse to express that feeling. Thanksgiving is the following of that impulse." — Henry Van Dyke   ------ Contact Information: Check out the Down Cellar Studio Patreon! Ravelry: BostonJen & Down Cellar Studio Podcast Ravelry Group Instagram: BostonJen1 YouTube: Down Cellar Studio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/downcellarstudio Sign up for my email newsletter to get the latest on everything happening in the Down Cellar Studio Check out my Down Cellar Studio YouTube Channel Knit Picks Affiliate Link Bookshop Affiliate Link Yarnable Subscription Box Affiliate Link FearLESS Living Fund to benefit the Blind Center of Nevada Music -"Soft Orange Glow" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/ Note: Some links are listed as Amazon Affiliate Links. If you click those, please know that I am an Amazon Associate and I earn money from qualifying purchases.  

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  Thank you for tuning in to Episode 309 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. Full show notes with photos can be found on my website. This week's segments included:   Off the Needles, Hook or Bobbins On the Needles, Hook or Bobbins Brainstorming From the Armchair Crafty Adventures Knitting in Passing In my Travels KAL News On a Happy Note Quote of the Week   Thank you to this episode's sponsors: Fibernymph Dye Works & Imagined Landscapes   Off the Needles, Hook or Bobbins   Gary's LeHigh Hat Pattern: Turn a Square by Jared Flood. $5 knitting pattern available on Ravelry & Brooklyn Tweed Site Yarn: Cesium Yarn Strong DK ( 75% SW Merino/25% Nylon) in the One More Sleep Colorway Needles: US 5 (3.75 mm) & US 7 (4.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page Project Notes & Mods: did not increase after ribbing as called for. Knit 7 inches before working decreases. I used 52g of yarn and have 56g remaining so I can make another hat with this yarn.   Gary's Delaware Hat Pattern: Turn a Square by Jared Flood. $5 knitting pattern available on Ravelry & Brooklyn Tweed Site Yarn: Robin's Promise Yarn Co, Two Birds in the Hand (DK 4ply 100% SW Merino) in the White-Tailed Robin Feather Colorway Needles: US 5 (3.75 mm) & US 7 (4.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page About the Yarn- purchased Rhinebeck Weekend at CAKEpalooza. Its a mostly solid royal blue.  This project is living in my new Stitched by Jessalu Rhinebeck 2025 bag. I think this will be my fall/winter hat project and I'll just keep the needles in here and keep replacing the yarn.   Yarn Cozy Lite Yarn: Cascade Heritage Yarn (75% SW Merino 25% Nylon) in the Highlighter Guava colorway Pattern: Yarn Cozy Lite by Knitty Natty- $6 pattern available on Ravelry Needles: US 1 (2.25 mm) Ravelry Project Page Natalie's video support for the stretchy i-cord bind off is great.   Vivienne's Christmas Stocking Pattern: Christmas Stockings to Knit and Crochet from Family Circle Magazine. Available in this web archive link. I've also saved it to my podcast Gmail Google Drive in case it disappears! Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver in Cherry Red, Hunter Green and White Hook: G (4.0 mm)   On the Needles, Hook or Bobbins   Pucker Brush Farm BFL Sweater Spin Fiber: 16 oz of multi colored BFL roving from Pucker Brush Farm (purchased at Rhinebeck 2025), 4 oz Merino in a mustard color Ravelry Project Page I am planning to knit a Traveler sweater inspired by Emily Curtis' handmade version- click here for her Ravelry Project Page. I was thrilled to see a recent post on Emily's Instagram that she made a YouTube video about this spin/knit. I found 4oz of Ironwood Hill Farm Roving- Finnsheep combed top that I purchased in April 2021. Unfortunately I can't find more of this on Cece's Wool site or Ironwood's etsy shop, but I think it will give me the idea for a tan/brown color plied with the colorful yarn, so I'll spin just enough to make a sample yarn-- but this Finn is spinning like a dream. Where could I get more? Send suggestions my way   Spectrum Socks Yarn: Woolens & Nosh Targhee Sock in the Spectrum Colorway Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams ($5 knitting pattern available on Ravelry) Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page About the colorway- skinny stripes of color with 1 round of black between. Colors include Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, 3 shades of Blue, Pink + Purple. Progress: I've passed the heel on the first sock   Game Day Party Socks Yarn: Mandi's Makings SW Merino Fingering Weight Yarn in the Pigskin '25 Exclusive Game Day Party Colorway. Green mini skein for heel from Goosey Fibers (Wizard of Oz Advent Calendar yarn) Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams ($5 knitting pattern available on Ravelry) Ravelry Project Page Yarn: Pigskin '25 Exclusive- 60 points Progress: First sock done. Onto the leg of the second sock. Hattie knit on them at her uncle's birthday party.   Traveler Sweater Pattern: The Traveler by Andrea Mowry ($9 pattern available on Ravelry & the designer's website) Yarn: Hazel Knits Small Batch Sport (90/10 SW/Nylon) Needles: US 3 (3.25 mm) & US 4 (3.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page Sleeve progress- knit a few more sets of decreases on the first sleeve. Still have a second sleeve to go and the whole hood. Focusing a bit more on Christmas gifts coming up so this one will be taking a backseat.   Brainstorming Queen Elsa Amigurumi by Chiara Cremon. Free crochet pattern available on Ravelry. You can find lots of cute character patterns on her Instagram account. Zach- maybe something spiderman   From the Armchair Heart the Lover by Lily King. Amazon Affiliate Link. Check out the October Book Club Episode of the Bad on Paper Podcast where they talk about this book. Sandwich by Catherine Newman. Amazon Affiliate Link. Three Days in June by Anne Tyler. Amazon Affiliate Link.   Note: Some links are listed as Amazon Affiliate Links. If you click those, please know that I am an Amazon Associate and I earn money from qualifying purchases.   Crafty Adventures During Gabriella & Zachary's sleepover we pained and made plastic ornaments with spiraled pipe cleaners inside. So cute and easy!   Knitting in Passing A cute preteen girl came over when I was crocheting on the train to ask what kind of hook I was using and then asked if I was making a stocking for Christmas. I asked if she crocheted. She said yes but didn't offer more. When she went back to the grown up she was with, they gave her a big high five. So cute. Then the gentleman across from me who saw me counting rows then asked what happened if I lose count. Told him I could read the stitches. He congratulated me onto who new addition to our family.   In My Travels I shared highlights from a recent trip to New York City. I spent a wonderful morning at the MET Aida Silvestri- artist from Eritrea who had a triptych of pieces on display. Her work is motivated by social concern, but it also explores the camera's ability to connect people to a place. In these portraits of immigrant women, the artist strategically blurs her subjects' faces. This gesture, born of a need for protective anonymity, seems to evoke a greater enigma of the self. Mapping the course of migration to London are lines of thread stitched into the surfaces of the print- permanent, identity-altering interventions. Silvestri regards her series as a documentary project dedicated to those travelers who never reached their destination. Two embroidery samplers from Bostonian women from the late 1700s that were just beautiful. We visited the Chelsea Flea- I got a cool pair of earrings We got cookies from Levain Bakery We made a quick trip to Knitty City and Laura picked out yarn for a hat Musical- Two Strangers Carry a Cake Across New York We also saw Blue Moon at the movies. Tells the story of Lorenz Hart's struggles with alcoholism and mental health as he tries to save face during the opening of "Oklahoma!".   KAL News   Pigskin Party '25 Event Dates: KAL Dates- Thursday September 4, 2025- Monday February 9, 2026 Find everything you need in the Start Here Thread in the Ravelry Group Official Rules Registration Form  (you must be Registered to be eligible for prizes) Enter your projects using the Point Tally Form Find the full list of Sponsors in this Google Doc. Coupon Codes are listed in this Ravelry Thread Exclusive Items from our Pro Shop Sponsors are listed in this Ravelry Thread Questions-  ask them in this Ravelry Thread or email Jen at downcellarstudio @ gmail.com Check out this Ravelry Thread with helpful tips for the event, crowd sourced from our incredible players.   Updates In This Episode Our Official Sponsor for Quarter 1 (October): Love in Stitches with Knitty Natty- Winner Announced julicorn.makes made a Maxine Hot Water Bottle Cozy by Laura Penrose (fair isle snowflakes)- Ravelry Project Page MrsZoom made Knitty Natty's Yarn Cozy Lite with the new football exclusive pattern in Colts colors- Ravelry Project Page Random number generator chose yesthatshelby as our winner! Pink Challenge is over- details in this Ravelry Thread. Winner Announced! CinderGA made Defying Gravity Socks by Lisa Ross- Paper Daisy Creations- Ravelry page Wizabef knit the Elinor Mittens by Irene Nielson- Ravelry Project Page Random number generator picked Alice Ortega who knit the Barn Swallow Socks by Cheryl Toy- Ravelry Project Page Count On It Challenge hosted by Twice Sheared Sheep, Official Sponsor for Quarter 2 (November). Details in this Ravelry thread. Official Sponsor for Quarter 3 (December)- Suburban Stitcher  Details announced. See details in this Ravelry Thread. Stay tuned for more about our Official Sponsor for Quarter 4 (January)- Yarnaceous Fibers Charity Challenge (runs through Thanksgiving)- details in this Ravelry Thread (36 of you have already asked for the address to mail in items! THANK YOU). Please email me to request the address.   Commentator Update (links in this section go to Ravelry)   Quarter 2 is in full swing and, when I looked today, 9 players had already submitted for points for the Q2 challenge!  Are you still thinking of what you can make that is at least 60 rows, using a row counter?  Here are some ideas! Hats! Many of our early Q2 finishers completed hats.  Neferetri, Hollyelyse and Janknitdun completed beautiful cabled hats...I bet the row counter came in handy for those projects! Kimbuktu7 completed a lovely colorwork hat Adrie9 completed a lovely two colored musselburgh hat  Neckwear is also a popular choice among our early Q2 finishers Mikkaelab completed a lovely crocheted cowl and a knit bandana! Sandyrlevin also completed a cowl in steelers colors (note--she used a pattern by PSP Knitty Natty too)--Way to rack up those points! There's still plenty of time for you to get your projects in for Q2. These finishers have definitely demonstrated that there are plenty of patterns with at least 60 rows that work up in a flash!   PepperRN added in Pigskin Party Tips Thread on Ravelry If you are budgeting but still want to support sponsors buy something re usable. Stitch markers can be used in 1 project and then when finished in the next. I like knitting hats for charity so I bought a hat pattern from a sponsor. I put that pattern with a sponsor bag and sponsor stitch markers and can knit it over and over during the PSP.   On a Happy Note New York City! I took the train this time which was a great option. Laura and I had dinner with two of her pilates clients. We all enjoyed Gabriella and Zachary's first sleepover. We watched the KPOP Demon Hunters movie and after going to bed early and reading the Hot Air Balloon book, wehad fun hunting for the orange eyed monster! Dan made the kids pancakes and we'll put their photos on the collage wall in the guest room. Gabriella asked for a unicorn and a ghost Spiderman. Zach wanted Spiderman. I received a really nice message from my cousin Gayle who was visiting her friend in NH and let me know that Mom's shawl that she chose was keeping her warm. Love you Gayle! My childhood friend Maribeth has shared a few photos of things her family has found when cleaning out her parents' attic- costumes and things my mom made. It was sweet of her to send me those photos so we could reminisce. I finally got to join Beth's Karaoke Night Zoom (part of the Love in Stitches Membership). Dad is recovering from a back injury but doing better. We successfully moved my grandmother into the Memory Care side of the independent living home she's lived at for 5 years. Hope this will be a good fit for her. I got a massage this week!   Quote of the Week   "In November, the earth is growing quiet. It is making its bed, a winter bed for flowers and small creatures. The bed is white and silent, and much life can hide beneath its blankets."   ― Cynthia Rylant, In November  ------   Thank you for tuning in!   Contact Information: Check out the Down Cellar Studio Patreon! Ravelry: BostonJen & Down Cellar Studio Podcast Ravelry Group Instagram: BostonJen1 YouTube: Down Cellar Studio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/downcellarstudio Sign up for my email newsletter to get the latest on everything happening in the Down Cellar Studio Check out my Down Cellar Studio YouTube Channel Knit Picks Affiliate Link Bookshop Affiliate Link Yarnable Subscription Box Affiliate Link FearLESS Living Fund to benefit the Blind Center of Nevada Music -"Soft Orange Glow" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/ Note: Some links are listed as Amazon Affiliate Links. If you click those, please know that I am an Amazon Associate and I earn money from qualifying purchases.  

Hide your chicken & get ready to roll with the homies, today we're taking a look at The Life and Death of Brittany Murphy. We will celebrate Brittany's life & career, and examine the tragic circumstances surrounding her death. In this episode, we take a look at Brittany's early life, and career achievements, as well as, her family dynamics and interpersonal relationships. We will also explore the impact of negative media attention, the pressures that surround women in Hollywood, and body image standards of the early 2000s. Lastly, we will unpack Brittany and her husband Simons death, and the factors that may have contributed to their demise. Please share, subscribe to our patreon, and become a monthly $upporter so we can keep making episodes for you!! Episode originallyJoin the Spreaker Support Club for ad review episodesSources:HBO Max's What Happened, Brittany Murphy The Smithosnian, The Curious Life and Death of Brittany Murphy Ebert, Roger. Uptown Girls, Rogerebert.com, 2003. Logan, Elizabeth. Melanie Lynsky RnemebersBrittany Murphys Self-Image Issues. Glamour, 2022. June, Sophia. Clueless Director Reveals What Made Her Cast Brittany Murphy, Nylon, 2021. Brittany Murphy Biography, Biography.com, 2014. https://www.biography.com/acto... Johnson, ChristenEverything to Know about Brittany Murpy's Husabnd, Simon Monjack. Cosmopolitan, 2021.https://www.cosmopolitan.com/e... Kranc,Lauren, Esquire Magazine, 2021. https://www.esquire.com/entert... --Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/broads-next-door--5803223/support.

  Thank you for tuning in to Episode 308 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. Full show notes with photos can be found on my website. This week's segments included:   Off the Needles, Hook or Bobbins On the Needles, Hook or Bobbins From the Armchair In my Travels KAL News Events Life in Focus On a Happy Note Quote of the Week   Thank you to this episode's sponsors: Stitched by Jessalu, Suburban Stitcher, The Wandering Purl & agirlandherwool   Off the Needles, Hook or Bobbins   Born to Be Mild Socks Yarn: Hypnotic Yarn Plush Sock in the Born to Be Mild Colorway Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams ($5 knitting pattern available on Ravelry) Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page   Granny Square Chicken Yarn: Knit Picks Felici Worsted in the Palm Springs Colorway Pattern: Granny Square Chicken by Sweet Softies- $3.99 crochet pattern on Ravelry. Hook: G (4.0 mm) Yarn- self striping with cream, rust, peach, dusty pink, dusty orange. I didn't change color between rounds- I just let the self striping yarn do its thing. I used an organza bag to put the polyfill in. Put the tortoise shell glasses I bought at Another Yarn on her but they're a little big.   Essex Beanie Pattern: Essex Beanie by Justine Walley (AlyseCrochet). $5 crochet pattern available on Ravelry Yarn: Berroco Ultra Wool in colorway 3361 Kale (used 68g/ 148 yards for the hat, before the pom pom) Hook: I (5.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page   On the Needles, Hook or Bobbins   Sheri's Christmas Socks Yarn: Gusto Wool Echos in Colorway 1515 Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams ($5 knitting pattern available on Ravelry) Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page I cast this on to bring to Rhinebeck on my Lemonwood Mini Minder (I have this Art Deco one) so I could walk and knit.   Traveler Sweater Pattern: The Traveler by Andrea Mowry ($9 pattern available on Ravelry & the designer's website) Yarn: Hazel Knits Small Batch Sport (90/10 SW/Nylon) Needles: US 3 (3.25 mm) & US 4 (3.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page Body was done and seamed before I left for Rhinebeck but I had to rip back the sleeve twice because I mis-read the instructions. Finally on track now.   Yarn Cozy Lite Yarn: Cascade Heritage Yarn (75% SW Merino 25% Nylon) in the Highlighter Guava colorway Pattern: Yarn Cozy Lite by Knitty Natty- $6 pattern available on Ravelry Needles: US 1 (2.25 mm) Progress: I have about 1 inch of knitting left.   Game Day Party Socks Yarn: Mandi's Makings SW Merino Fingering Weight Yarn in the Pigskin '25 Exclusive Game Day Party Colorway. Green mini skein for heel from Goosey Fibers (Wizard of Oz Advent Calendar yarn) Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams ($5 knitting pattern available on Ravelry) Ravelry Project Page   Pucker Brush Farm BFL Sweater Spin Fiber: 16 oz of multi colored BFL roving from Pucker Brush Farm (purchased at Rhinebeck 2025), 4 oz Merino in a mustard color Ravelry Project Page I am planning to knit a Traveler sweater inspired by Emily Curtis' handmade version- click here for her Ravelry Project Page. I was thrilled to see a recent post on Emily's Instagram that she made a YouTube video about this spin/knit. Emily made a 2-ply where   Gary's LeHigh Hat Pattern: Turn a Square by Jared Flood. $5 knitting pattern available on Ravelry & Brooklyn Tweed Site Yarn: Cesium Yarn Strong DK ( 75% SW Merino/25% Nylon) in the One More Sleep Colorway Needles: US 5 (3.75 mm) & US 7 (4.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page   From the Armchair   The Names by Florence Knapp. Amazon Affiliate Link.   Note: Some links are listed as Amazon Affiliate Links. If you click those, please know that I am an Amazon Associate and I earn money from qualifying purchases.   In My Travels Rhinebeck 2025   Friday Highlights: Seeing Kacey of Kacey Knits in person at Indie Untangled Seeing Maggie of Yarnaceous Fibers, Emily of Fan Girl Fibers & Jamie of Pacific Knit Co Seeing Christy of Yarn Cafe Creations (she signed up as a Snack Shack Sponsor and donated a skein of yarn)- she also had these cool trinket dishes. I bought 3 for gifts! Love them. Of Dust and Dew had beautiful pottery. I waited too long and didn't get the chicken vase I had my heart set on. It was my first time at A Woolen Affair. Ran into Lori & Justine of Skein Yarn Shop in RI & co-hosts of the Skein Scoop Podcast on Youtube. and their friend Hope of Hope Made Yarn Co. I was thrilled to bump into friend Sarah- themartiniknitter and Katie from Twice Sheared Sheep They had a beautiful art installation called Tributary- "A collective art installation as a celebration of community, creativity and collective power."   Saturday & Sunday Highlights: Saturday- we met up with our friend Lauren (lbeth21) and we spent the day together. Lauren kindly gifted me two bars of her homemade soap. Check out her Instagram- Happy Cat Suds (website coming soon) One our first stops was to see Jess and Roger of Stitched by Jessalu. It was an emotional visit and we didn't get a photo together. Across the barn, we saw Beth (mdquilter) along with Pigskin Sponsor Kim Shaffir. 2p Meet-up: Thank you to everyone who came out. Sunday morning we started with breakfast at a diner before heading to the fairgrounds. We made it over to see Amy of Ross Farm. I ran into Hope again and she gifted me a beautiful sock set from her yarn store-Hope Made Yarn Co. Sunday we left around 3/3:30p drove through Saugerties to get dinner so we popped into The Perfect Blend yarn store before we ate.   KAL News   Pigskin Party '25 Event Dates: KAL Dates- Thursday September 4, 2025- Monday February 9, 2026 Find everything you need in the Start Here Thread in the Ravelry Group Official Rules Registration Form  (you must be Registered to be eligible for prizes) Enter your projects using the Point Tally Form Find the full list of Sponsors in this Google Doc. Coupon Codes are listed in this Ravelry Thread Exclusive Items from our Pro Shop Sponsors are listed in this Ravelry Thread Questions-  ask them in this Ravelry Thread or email Jen at downcellarstudio @ gmail.com   Updates In This Episode Our Official Sponsor for Quarter 1 (October): Love in Stitches with Knitty Natty is hosting a Cozy Up Challenge. Check out the details in this Ravelry Thread. Remember, projects need to be finished by 10/31 but you can enter for points until 11/5/25. Official Sponsor for Quarter 2 (November)- Twice Sheared Sheep is hosting the Count On It Challenge. Details in this Ravelry thread. Official Sponsor for Quarter 3 (December)- Suburban Stitcher (minis will be involved) Official Sponsor for Quarter 4 (January)- Yarnaceous Fibers Charity Challenge (runs through Thanksgiving)- details in this Ravelry Thread (21 of you have already asked for the address to mail in items! THANK YOU). Please email me to request the address. Pink Challenge (runs through 10/31)- details in this Ravelry Thread.   Commentator Update There's been a lot of activity in the huddle thread recently. Players have been discussing a range of interesting topics such as: * strategy for shopping at fiber festivals, which was partially inspired by Rhinebeck but certainly applies to any festival * suggestions for patterns to use up mini-skeins  * recommendations for cruises * board game recommendations * how to balance manicures with crafting time * ideas for handmade gifts for someone going into memory care * and what to do when you've simply lost interest in a project   As usual, if you can't keep up--just jump in!     I also wandered over to the endzone dance thread today. Unsurprisingly, there are a lot of pink projects, cozies, and pink cozies! But players have also recently finished a few Halloween themed projects Links below go to Ravelry: * Karen805 finished a Spiders in the House MKAL Shawl that is super cool! It even includes a colorwork spider motif! *Chiamira finished a Halloween Party Cowl that is all over colorwork and includes cats dressed up like pumpkins! * Cbass and Adrie9 finished Gnettle and Gnumpkin gnomes (from sponsor Imagined Landscapes) * and following up on a previous report, Sandima finished the Wednesday costume for her porch goose...so cute!   I am always amazed by the huge variety of projects that pigskin partiers complete!  It is so fun to see what everyone likes to create!   Events The Fiber Festival of New England. November 1 & 2 Sunkissed Fiber Festival: January 24-25, 2026- just outside Tampa, FL   Life in Focus I shared a bit about my recent fibromyalgia pain flare.   On a Happy Note 300 Paintings at ART Bethany of the Wandering Purl sent me 2 of her Pigskin exclusive bags with notions pouches! Dad and I went to my nephew Garret's hockey game together. The foliage is gorgeous this year. I signed up for Lauren (agirlandherwool) self striping club and got my first skein! Its great! Love is Blind Season 9- it was a wild and crazy season. I enjoy chatting about it with my friend Laura and am thrilled that the reunion will air while I'll be in NYC with her. So many deer in the yard in the last week and even a buck who has made a few appearances. We had fun at a friends' movie night watching Young Frankenstein.   Quote of the Week   "When I despair, I remember that all through history the way of truth and love have always won. There have been tyrants and murderers, and for a time, they can seem invincible, but in the end, they always fall. Think of it--always."   ― Mahatma Gandhi   ------ Thank you for tuning in!   Contact Information: Check out the Down Cellar Studio Patreon! Ravelry: BostonJen & Down Cellar Studio Podcast Ravelry Group Instagram: BostonJen1 YouTube: Down Cellar Studio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/downcellarstudio Sign up for my email newsletter to get the latest on everything happening in the Down Cellar Studio Check out my Down Cellar Studio YouTube Channel Knit Picks Affiliate Link Bookshop Affiliate Link Yarnable Subscription Box Affiliate Link FearLESS Living Fund to benefit the Blind Center of Nevada Music -"Soft Orange Glow" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/ Note: Some links are listed as Amazon Affiliate Links. If you click those, please know that I am an Amazon Associate and I earn money from qualifying purchases.  

Lera Lynn has released 8+ records, written and recorded songs for True Detective (HBO) with T-Bone Burnett and Rosanne Cash (as well as being cast as a character), played Late Night with David Letterman, toured extensively nationally and internationally, and has been praised by NPR, Rolling Stone, Nylon, and other outlets. We go deep with Lera on learning and setting your own boundaries with yourself and with the industry, lived experiences with the impact and bias against women and mothers by the music industry, losing your sense of purpose and finding it again, enjoying yourself, and more.Get more access and support this show by subscribing to our Patreon, right here.Links:Lera LynnTrue DetectiveKorby LenkerDaniel TashianEp 126 - Yancey StricklerEp 27 - Mary GauthierJillian JacquelineEp 107 - Caitlyn SmithClick here to watch this conversation on YouTube.Social Media:The Other 22 Hours InstagramThe Other 22 Hours TikTokMichaela Anne InstagramAaron Shafer-Haiss InstagramAll music written, performed, and produced by Aaron Shafer-Haiss. Become a subscribing member on our Patreon to gain more inside access including exclusive content, workshops, the chance to have your questions answered by our upcoming guests, and more.

Recorded on October 15, 2025 Book talk begins at 31:56 After 14 years and over 300 episodes, we have made the decision to wind down the podcast over the next year and finish in September 2026, our fifteenth anniversary.  We have loved making the podcast and all of the people it has brought into our lives!  We want to assure you that this decision wasn't made because of any kind of health reasons - we are simply both feeling that it's time to bring the project to a close. What we don't want to see end is our wonderful community - we will continue to see you on our Ravelry boards, at fiber events throughout the year, and on our weekly Zoom call on Saturdays at noon PST!   Our Charity KAL is over.  Prizes announced at the end of Episode 307. Barb and Tracie talked about the 2 Knit Lit Chicks Meet-up at the  Zephyr Cove Presbyterian Conference Center.  A good time was had by all.  You can see pictures here!  Our 2025-2026 Fall Sweater KAL has begun and will go until January 15, 2026.   You must be a member of this group to enter You must make an adult size sweater.   If you have a sweater that is 50% finished or less, you can finish that sweater during our KAL Need some inspiration?  We have bundles! Beginner Sweaters Bundle  Adventurous Beginners to Advanced Sweater Bundle Crochet Sweaters Bundle   Coming Events: TKGA retreat - November 6-9 in San Francisco, CA NoCKRs retreat April 10-13 in San Juan Batista, CA   KNITTING Barb has finished:  her 8th Barley Hat by Tin Can Knits Barb has cast on: Bankhead Hat #35   Barb is still working on: 1.  Colorwork Dip pullover by Suvi Knits, using 2 colors of Berocco Light in the Mist and the Peony colorway 2.  One Row scarf (adopted from Stephanie Pearl McFee) using a Caron Cake 3.  Flax Sock pullover by Tin Can Knits, using Wonderland Dyeworks Smitten in the Deep Lilac colorway   Tracie has finished: 1.  Her Astro Pop pullover by Marie Greene in 2 colors of Juniper Moon Farm Zooey and Berocco Remix Light in Ocean     Tracie has cast on: 1.  Vanilla socks with FLK heel in Dreaming of Hue 75%SW Merino/25% Nylon in Unicorn Tales 2.  #991 Neck Down Pullover for Men by Diane Soucy in Berroco Remix Chunky in the Fern colorway 3.  Ruby's Ruby Sweater, using the Darling Darby pattern by Jean Clement in Plymouth Encore Starz       Tracie continues to work on: 1.  Carnegie Vest by James Magee (Stitching in the Stacks) in Neighborhood Fiber Company Studio Sport in Sheridan Circle 2.  Brooklyn Raglan Light* by Tori You in Mod Yarn Fingering 101 in Angeline   BOOKS Barb has finished: 1.  Population 485 by Michael Perry - 5 stars.  2.  No Regrets by Ann Rule - 3 stars 3.  Wish You Were Here by Jodi Piccolt - 3 stars   Tracie has finished: 1.  Strange Houses by Iketsu 2.  The Hallmarked Man (Cormoran Strike #8) by Robert Galbraith - 3 stars 3.  Bitter Medicine: Two Doctors, Two Deaths, and a Small Town's Search for Justice by Carlton Smith - 3 stars 4.  The Haunting of Maddy Clare by Simone St. James - 4.5 stars 5.  Every Tom, Dick and Harry by Elinor Lipman - 4.5 stars 6.  Sister Wife: A Memoir of Faith, Family, and Finding Freedom by Christine Brown Woolley - 4 stars   Barb recommends the Park Predators podcast!

What if the key to unlocking your greatest potential was written in your unique energetic blueprint? In this episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius sits down with human design guide, author, and speaker Erin Claire Jones to explore how understanding our unique energy can transform the way we lead, love, and live. Erin breaks down the principles of human design and shows how they can be applied practically in business, relationships, and personal growth. From harnessing willpower and setting realistic expectations to embracing open-mindedness and overcoming the fear of failure, Erin shares the insights that have guided her own journey and thousands of others. She also gives us a glimpse into her new book “How Do You Choose?: A Human Design Guide to What's Best for You at Work, in Love, and in Life” and her upcoming AI project designed to make human design more accessible and accurate for everyone. In this episode, Darius and Erin will discuss: (00:00) Introduction to Human Design and Its Impact (02:58) Erin's Journey into Human Design (05:49) Understanding Human Design: Origins and Applications (08:47) The Practicality of Human Design (14:37) Manifestor Energy and Its Implications (17:37) Decision-Making and Intuition in Human Design (20:35) The Role of Peace and Anger in Manifestors (27:26) Embracing Your Purpose and Role as a Leader (29:46) The Importance of Independence and Personal Space (32:16) Harnessing Innate Talents and Following Your Path (34:51) Navigating Emotional Sensitivity and Empathy (39:43) Understanding Willpower and Managing Expectations (44:40) The Gift of Open-Mindedness and Perspective (46:46) Exploring Human Design and Its Practical Applications (49:46) Overcoming Fear of Failure and Embracing Resilience Erin Claire Jones is a leading Human Design expert who has helped hundreds of thousands of people find alignment in work, relationships, and life. Through her coaching, content, and digital products, she makes Human Design practical and accessible, with personalized guides purchased in over 160 countries. A sought-after speaker, Erin has shared her insights on global stages and has been featured in Forbes, Elle, The Sunday Times, Vogue, Allure, and Nylon. Sponsored by: Brevo: Head over to brevo.com/greatness and use the code greatness to get 50% off Starter and Business Plans for the first 3 months of an annual subscription. Indeed: Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job's visibility at Indeed.com/darius.  Shopify: Start your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/greatness.  Connect with Erin: Look up your design: https://humandesignblueprint.com  Get your custom guide: https://humandesignblueprint.com/guide (use the code DARIUS for a discount) Study Human Design: https://humandesignblueprint.com/product/course/ (use the code DARIUS for a discount) Book: https://humandesignblueprint.com/order-book/   Instagram: http://instagram.com/erinclairejones Instagram: http://instagram.com/humandesignblueprint  Connect with Darius: Website: https://therealdarius.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thegreatnessmachine  Book: The Core Value Equation https://www.amazon.com/Core-Value-Equation-Framework-Limitless/dp/1544506708 Write a review for The Greatness Machine using this link: https://ratethispodcast.com/spreadinggreatness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thank you for tuning in to Episode 307 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. Full show notes with photos can be found on my website. This week's segments included:   Off the Needles, Hook or Bobbins On the Needles, Hook or Bobbins Brainstorming From the Armchair In my Travels KAL News Events On a Happy Note Quote of the Week   Thank you to this episode's sponsors: Katie's Randomness, Heart & Squirrel & Paper Daisy Creations   Off the Needles, Hook or Bobbins   Sweetly Striped Hat Pattern: Sweetly Striped Hat by Chit Chat Knits. $4.50 knitting pattern available on Ravelry Yarn: Berroco Vintage in colorway 5185 Tide Pool Needles: US 6 (4.0 mm) & US 8 (5.0 mm) Ravelry Project Page Pattern: Snack Shack Sponsor- Chit Chat Knits- 20 points Project Bag & Notions Pouch- Pro Shop Sponsor The Huckleberry Girl- 40 pts each= 80 points Check out this video on how to do a 1x1 left & right cross without a cable needle from my YouTube Channel   On the Needles, Hook or Bobbins   Traveler Sweater Pattern: The Traveler by Andrea Mowry ($9 pattern available on Ravelry & the designer's website) Yarn: Hazel Knits Small Batch Sport (90/10 SW/Nylon) Needles: US 3 (3.25 mm) & US 4 (3.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page Progress:  I finished the front & back and seamed up shoulders and under arms. I cast on sleeve 1 for ride home from PA and was hoping to finish for Rhinebeck but there simply isn't time.   Born to Be Mild Socks Yarn: Hypnotic Yarn Plush Sock in the Born to Be Mild Colorway Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams ($5 knitting pattern available on Ravelry) Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page Progress- Nearly to the toe on sock #2. About the yarn: tan base with browns and robin's egg. It reminds me of a robin's nest.   Granny Square Chicken Yarn: Knit Picks Felici Worsted in the Palm Springs Colorway Pattern: Granny Square Chicken by Sweet Softies- $3.99 crochet pattern on Ravelry. Hook: G (4.0 mm) Progress & Plans: I didn't change color between rounds- I just let the self striping yarn do its thing. almost done last round on the second square then I need to seam it together. I am planning to use some pantyhose with stuffing inside.   Yarn Cozy Lite Yarn: Cascade Heritage Yarn (75% SW Merino 25% Nylon) in the Highlighter Guava colorway Pattern: Yarn Cozy Lite by Knitty Natty- $6 pattern available on Ravelry Needles: US 1 (2.25 mm) Cast on to be ready for our Zoom cast on party on 10/2! Thanks to Natalie for coming to hang out. Such a fun kick off to this month's event. If you'd like the Pigskin Cozy version- it is included in this pattern for free through 10/31/25. Get 10% off any of Natalie's patterns through February 9th, 2026 with the code “PIGSKINPARTY”. Brainstorming   A goose bag for Aila. I may use the notes from this Ravelry Project Page. Or there's a pattern available for $4 on Ravelry & another for $5.48 on Etsy. A Christmas Stocking for my cousin Chris's daughter.   From the Armchair The Perfect Marriage by Jeneva Rose. Amazon Affiliate Link.   Note: Some links are listed as Amazon Affiliate Links. If you click those, please know that I am an Amazon Associate and I earn money from qualifying purchases.   In My Travels Yarn Stores I visited with Riley & Aila Knit Tuck & Purl Another Yarn Stitch House Wicked Good Yarns Sit & Knit Boston Fiber Co Tight Knit Apple picking at Applecrest Farm & Orchard SoWa Market   Want to see more about this fun & yarny filled weekend? Our 2025 MA Yarn Crawls + Side Quests Part 1 video is available on YouTube (Part 2 coming after Rhinebeck).   Our trip to Philadelphia Dan and I stayed with friends in suburbs outside Philly. We had a great dinner at East Branch Brewing Company We visited Yarnphoria (check them out on Facebook) & purchased yarn from Essence of Autumn Rockwell & Rose (restaurant)   KAL News   Pigskin Party '25 Event Dates: KAL Dates- Thursday September 4, 2025- Monday February 9, 2026 Find everything you need in the Start Here Thread in the Ravelry Group Official Rules Registration Form  (you must be Registered to be eligible for prizes) Enter your projects using the Point Tally Form Find the full list of Sponsors in this Google Doc. Coupon Codes are listed in this Ravelry Thread Exclusive Items from our Pro Shop Sponsors are listed in this Ravelry Thread Questions-  ask them in this Ravelry Thread or email Jen at downcellarstudio @ gmail.com Our Official Sponsor for Quarter 1 (October): Love in Stitches with Knitty Natty is hosting a Cozy Up Challenge. The challenge doesn't start until 10/1 but you can start planning now. Check out the details in this Ravelry Thread. Official Sponsor for Quarter 2 (November)- Twice Sheared Sheep Official Sponsor for Quarter 3 (December)- Suburban Stitcher Official Sponsor for Quarter 4 (January)- Yarnaceous Fibers Charity Challenge (runs through Thanksgiving)- details in this Ravelry Thread Pink Challenge (runs through 10/31)- details in this Ravelry Thread. Thanks to Sarah for starting a Pigskin Tips Ravelry Thread!   Updates In This Episode Official Sponsor for Quarter 2 (November)- Twice Sheared Sheep. Row Counter Challenge- details in this Ravelry Thread. Click here for a video on how to use a chain row counter Purchase a Twice Sheared Sheep Row Counter Commentator Report from Mary- links below all go to Ravelry Recently I've been spending time in the Mark it Monday thread.  If you are interested in a thread where the topic of conversation is almost exclusively about the crafting, this is a great thread for you!  It also moves a bit slower than the main huddle thread, so a little easier to keep up.  I find perusing this thread to be great for inspiration. It brings a smile to my face to see other players' projects coming to life. This week, I realized that player Scitchr is making 5 adorable animals. She is making them all Buffalo Bills clothing! So far, she has made an otter, a woodland duck, a hedgehog, and a woodland badger!  You must check them out...they are so adorable. Plus, she plans on making them Halloween costumes! Speaking of Halloween costumes, Sandima made a Wednesday (from Addams' Family) costume for her porch goose: https://www.ravelry.com/projects/sandima/goostavo-porch-goose-sweater   So cute!   In other news...players are busy with the three challenges that are going on right now: * 25 players have already submitted for points for pink challenge, with 5 players already submitting 2 entries!   * over 50 players have submitted for points for the Q1 challenge, with over 15 of them already submitting 2 entries! * 2 people have already submitted for points for the charity challenge!   Don't forget you still have plenty of time to participate in these challenges!   Events Indie Untangled. October 17 CAKEpalooza. October 17 A Woolen Affair. October 17 NY Sheep & Wool (aka Rhinebeck). October 18 & 19. Down Cellar Studio Meet up at Saturday 2p at the Pavilion to the left of the beer tent! Come and say hi. The Fiber Festival of New England. November 1 & 2 Sunkissed Fiber Festival: January 24-25, 2026- just outside Tampa, FL   On a Happy Note Apple picking & yarn crawling with Riley and Aila Megg and I went to see Hamilton in Boston (my second time seeing the show) We celebrated my dad's birthday with a bonfire Trunk show at my LYS I had a blast chatting with Natalie in an interview for the Love in Stitches Membership Haymakers for Hope- Belles of the Brawl. My cousin Kirstin raised $20,363.23 for cancer research that will benefit MGH's research into how non-small cell lung cancer transforms into small-cell. Overall the event raised over $465k! Jewelry 4 person puzzle time with Christine & Seamus Mini Grilled cheese & creamy tomato soup appetizer at Gary's wedding; it was so delightful! Getting new headphones after my right ear bud was broken for a good month. Getting a text from my SIL with photos of my niece and nephew on their way to their first movie with their handmade toys in hand.   Quote of the Week   "Leaves descending to the ground, Orange, magenta, green & brown The cool crisp breezes in the air, Autumn season must be here” -Charmaine J. Forde    ------ Thank you for tuning in!   Contact Information: Check out the Down Cellar Studio Patreon! Ravelry: BostonJen & Down Cellar Studio Podcast Ravelry Group Instagram: BostonJen1 YouTube: Down Cellar Studio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/downcellarstudio Sign up for my email newsletter to get the latest on everything happening in the Down Cellar Studio Check out my Down Cellar Studio YouTube Channel Knit Picks Affiliate Link Bookshop Affiliate Link Yarnable Subscription Box Affiliate Link FearLESS Living Fund to benefit the Blind Center of Nevada Music -"Soft Orange Glow" by Josh Woodward. 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Are you ready to replace those worn-out nylon strings but not sure where to start? In this episode, Marlene breaks down a simple, step-by-step process for changing nylon guitar strings. With her five easy steps, you'll be able to change your own strings—and in no time at all, you'll be back to playing! Link to the Remove Strings & Clean/Polish Guitar episode Start Your Free 7-day Yo-Guitar Video Library Trial! Join our Guitar Tips Community! Don't miss out, our next jam session is October 22nd! Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources Yo-Guitar Video Library Learn to Play Guitar in a Day!  Coaching Sessions Marlene's Tips For Guitar Playing Success book Thursday Tips blog Facebook    Instagram    X (Twitter)     YouTube     Thank you to our sponsor! GatorCo.com   Available on... @YouTube @applepodcasts @applemusic @spotify  @spotifypodcasts  #changenylonguitarstrings #nylonguitarstrings #stringchanging #howto #learnguitar #guitar #learnguitar #playguitar #guitartips #guitarpodcast  Credits: Creator, Host, Producer: Marlene Hutchinson This podcast was made possible in part by: Gator Cases I Create Sound - www.icreatesound.com  

Alyse Bacine is a pioneering force in trauma healing and transformational breathwork. With 25 years of expertise and a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology, she bridges the worlds of clinical mental health and somatic healing through her revolutionary methodology, The Metamorphosis Method.After a decade serving as a school counselor and implementing groundbreaking meditation programs, Alyse developed a unique approach combining cutting-edge trauma tools with advanced breathwork and energy healing. This methodology creates predictable, permanent transformation by addressing mind, body, and energy field simultaneously – something missing from both traditional therapy and somatic practices.Featured in Oprah Magazine, Well and Good, and Nylon, her work has generated over seven figures in revenue and transformed hundreds of women's lives. The Metamorphosis Method stands apart as the only system effectively closing the gap between clinical expertise and somatic healing.With certifications in Social Emotional Learning and Mindfulness Practices, plus extensive experience in both therapeutic and somatic modalities, Alyse has created a comprehensive approach that revolutionizes how women heal and grow.Episode OverviewIn this enlightening episode, Liz sits down with Alyse Bacine, a breathwork facilitator and trauma expert who's been at the forefront of the breathwork movement since 2001—long before it hit the mainstream. Alyse shares her journey from discovering breathwork as a teenager to developing her own trauma healing methodology, which combines her background as a school counselor with her expertise as a healer.Download Episode TranscriptKey Topics DiscussedAlyse's Background:Early adoption and training in breathworkOver a decade as a school counselor (with a master's in counseling psychology)Integrating trauma healing and breathworkHer Unique Methodology:Pinpointing and addressing the “core wound” from childhood that resurfaces in adulthoodA holistic approach that looks at how one core wound shows up in all areas of life (business, relationships, finances, etc.)The Power of Breathwork:Rise in popularity and the cultural shift towards alternative healingRisks of breathwork when practiced by untrained facilitators, especially regarding traumaAlyse's goal to train practitioners to use breathwork ethicallyRecognizing & Healing Trauma:Understanding that many adult challenges trace back to unmet childhood needsCommon types of core wounds: abandonment, mother wound, etc.How trauma from conception, birth, and early childhood can shape your worldviewParenting & Modeling:The importance of parents doing their own healing workChildren as mirrors of the environment and parental influenceAlyse's perspective that kids don't necessarily need to be in therapy if parents are growing and healingProcessing Emotions:Why processing emotions is essential to true transformationMisconceptions about skipping the “feeling” part of healingHow breathwork helps access the subconscious and process repressed feelingsMemorable QuotesAlyse:“I created my own trauma healing methodology to pinpoint what I call your core wound. It's the one thing from your childhood that comes up and blocks your growth now.”On parenting:“Kids are simply just responding to their environment… when the parents change, the kids change.”On emotions:“Nothing can replace feeling your feelings. That's the thing people avoid the most.”Connect with Alyse BacineInstagram: @alyse_breathesWebsite: alysebreathes.comPodcast: Reclaiming ConsciousnessResources MentionedThe concept of “core wounds”The impact of birth and early childhood experience on adult lifeBreathwork as a modality for trauma healingFinal ThoughtsThis episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in inner child healing, personal growth, or understanding the deeper roots of self-sabotage—especially for women and entrepreneurs wanting to break through their old patterns. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on the show, we're focusing on style with Brynn Wallner, the founder of Dimepiece. Wallner unexpectedly fell in love with the world of watches while working at Sotheby's and founded Dimepiece to encourage more women to take part. Since getting her first job writing about watches through host Nikki Ogunnaike, Wallner's voice has been featured in publications like W Magazine, Nylon, and Harper's Bazaar as a leader in the field. Wallner sits down with us to talk about sourcing watches for megastars like Simone Biles, spotting “It-girl watches,” and launching her own sold-out watch with Timex. Plus, she dishes on the best secondhand sites and brands to go to when you're looking for a starter watch or another timeless timepiece to add to your collection.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tina Langley Walsh began her professional journey in fashion editorial in New York City, working with prominent publications such as GQ, Harper's Bazaar, Seventeen, and Nylon. She later took on the role of Fashion Director at Fisher Footwear, collaborating with well-known brands like Tommy Hilfiger and Kendall + Kylie. However, during the pandemic, Tina unearthed her true passion for horticulture and floriculture, which has roots in her family's business in the Philippines. Today, Tina is the creative force behind Lavish Gardener, specializing in designing stunning outdoor spaces, floral installations, and custom seasonal décor. With her keen eye for style and a deep love for fashion, she infuses a unique flair into landscape design. In this episode, Tina discusses her transition from the fashion industry, sharing insights on how she established her business from the ground up and why creating extraordinary spaces truly lights her up!