Podcasts about Oak Park

Check out the full show where we go live in Oak Park at The Onion Roll! You won't want to miss Fred and the crew meet our fellow 13 listeners!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ernest Hemingway was a groundbreaking 20th-century writer known for his concise, impactful style. Born in 1899 in Oak Park, Illinois, he served as an ambulance driver in World War I, shaping his literary themes. His first major novel, The Sun Also Rises (1926), captured the disillusionment of the "Lost Generation." A Farewell to Arms (1929) was inspired by his wartime romance with nurse Agnes von Kurowsky. A journalist and adventurer, he covered wars and sought thrills in Spain, Africa, and Cuba. The Old Man and the Sea (1952) earned him a Pulitzer Prize and contributed to his Nobel Prize in Literature (1954) Despite his tough public image, Hemingway struggled with depression and alcoholism. He married four times and had turbulent relationships with friends and family. In later years, his health and mental state declined, leading to his tragic suicide in 1961. Hemingway's influence on literature is immense, shaping modern storytelling. His minimalist style continues to inspire writers worldwide. Both celebrated and controversial, he remains one of the most fascinating literary figures of all time.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we kicked off the week with a discussion about identifying spiritual gifts and the impact of fasting. Spirtual gifts come from the Lord and can be identified and accessed when we lean into His direction. Fasting is an intimate way to lean into and seek His direction by denying our flesh and seeking Him over our desires. How often do you seek Him? We turned to Matthew 6:16-18 for some biblical guidance on how to go about fasting. Our special guest, Dr. Eric Redmond, also joined us to discuss resources that help pastors and spiritual leaders hone, train, and develop their spiritual gifts. Dr. Redmond is a Professor of Bible at Moody Bible Institute and the Executive Director of Moody’s Theological Seminary Center for Compelling Biblical Preaching. He also serves as Associate Pastor of Preaching and Teaching at Calvary Memorial Church in Oak Park, IL, and has authored several books. You can hear the highlights of today’s program on Karl and Crew Showcast.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bible Reading: Isaiah 61:1-3, 10-11; Colossians 1:9-10"This giant oak tree is what gave Oak Park its name," the tour guide told the kids on their field trip. Elijah listened attentively. He loved history and learning things like this.Back home later that day, Elijah told his mom about the tour. "That big oak tree survived the Civil War, a flood, and six fires," he said. "Wow!" said Mom. "That's amazing.""It kept on growing," said Elijah, "even though the odds were a hundred to one against it. The oak is one of the slowest-growing trees in the world, but it's also one of the strongest. It survives things that cause other trees to die.""Hmm," said Mom. "You know, Elijah, you're something like that tree." Elijah was surprised. "Me? I didn't survive a war or a flood or even one fire--let alone six!"Mom laughed. "No, but I still think you're like that tree.""How?" asked Elijah."Well," said Mom, "for one thing, the oak grows slowly, and you--"Elijah interrupted her. "You always say I'm growing up too fast!" Mom smiled. "That's true--physically. But I was thinking of the way most of us grow spiritually. As Christians, it's often easy to wonder if we're making any progress in becoming more like Jesus." Elijah nodded as he recalled some trouble he'd gotten into recently. "You may grow slowly in Christ," said Mom, "but like that oak, you do grow steadily. And you survive worse things than war or floods. You survive attacks from Satan and struggles with temptation.""But I still do wrong things," Elijah pointed out.Mom nodded. "I know--I do too. All Christians give in to temptation and sin sometimes. But the fact that you feel bad when you sin--and that you don't want to do it again--shows that you're continuing to grow.""Really?" Elijah smiled. "That's pretty cool.""Have faith that God is working to make you grow to be more like Jesus," Mom told him. "Keep working with Him by admitting when you sin and trusting Him to help you change your habits--even when the growing gets tough!" –Nathan RunyonHow About You?Do you ever wonder if you're growing spiritually? If you're a Christian, God is always working in your heart to make you more like Jesus--even when it's hard for you to detect. When you do something wrong, confess your sin and ask God for forgiveness. Then look to Him for the strength you need to resist temptation, and trust Him to help you grow in Him.Today's Key Verse:Grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. (NKJV) (2 Peter 3:18)Today's Key Thought:Christians grow in Jesus

Three years ago, I visited the KC Kombucha taproom in the Oak Park neighborhood of Sacramento. News broke last week that the taproom was closing. Courtney, the founder, had sold the business to her long-time partner Michelle Grubbs. A time... The post Interview: Michelle Grubbs, KC Kombucha, Sacramento, California appeared first on 'Booch News.

Alyssa tells Pat all about the time Oak Park, a Chicago suburb, was torn apart after discovering an ACTUAL Nazi was a part of their community.  Subscribe, leave a five-star review, and tell all your friends.  Socials: Twitter, BlueSky, Instagram  Check out Other Episodes: It's Okay to Punch a Nazi Fascism Frenzy KKK in Chikago: It's a Okay to Dox a Racist Show Notes: Chicago Magazine: The Nazi of Oak Park Chicago Magazine: The Nazi Hunter Chicago Tribune: REMEMBERING NAZI CAMPS Chicago Tribune: Author discusses Oak Park's Nazi at Holocaust Museum in Skokie Chicago Tribune: GERMANS WON`T CHARGE EX-SS GUARD, OFFICIALS SAY Los Angeles Times: The World : W. Germans Free Ex-Nazi UPI: A former Nazi death camp guard has been removed... UPI: A man accused of concealing his past as a.Nazi Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gina Orlando, age 72, created and was present at her own Celebration of Life in January 2025. Gina has been living with breast cancer for 11 years, the last three years in stage 4. She calls upon her expertise in holistic healing, voracious curiosity, and profound spiritual beliefs to navigate her journey toward end-of-life and ‘going to the light.' Gina's abundant intentions for her Celebration of Life: lifting things up for healing—for self, family, community, the world; giving people permission to think differently about their own death, to talk about it, and to plan for it; sharing gifts of love for self and others; and heightening awareness about healing and living wellwith an incurable disease. Gina is reaching hundreds of people with her powerful story of celebrating life.I draw on the mind, body, spirit paradigm while navigating my life and cancerjourney. - Gina OrlandoConnect with Gina OrlandoEmail ginaorlando8@gmail.comWebsite Gina Orlando MA, Wellness Coach Chicago, Oak ParkDirect link to Celebration of Life Servicehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ay5RdVEay7won the Ascension, Oak Park, YouTube channel.  Wednesday Journal article about Gina and her Celebration of Life servicehttps://www.oakpark.com/2025/02/05/print-edition-february-5-2025/  pgs.1 and 14 andpart of the editorial, pg. 23This episode is sponsored by Women's Connectionhttps://www.womenconnecting.orgThis month's Podcast Collaborator is Becoming Ellie-Fit Strong Women Over 50https://www.becomingelli.com

Dora Zhang interviews Shiven Shah, CFO at Libra Solutions, on the "Weinberg in the World" podcast. Shiven discusses his extensive career in finance, including roles at Merrill Lynch, Citi, Peak6, ABN AMRO Clearing Group, and OppFi, where he helped take the company public. He emphasizes the importance of flexibility and teamwork, and highlights the supportive community and lasting relationships he formed at Northwestern University. Transcript:  Dora: Welcome to the Weinberg in the World podcast, where we bring stories of interdisciplinary's thinking in today's complex world. My name is Dora Zhang and I'm your student host of the special episode of the podcast. I'm currently a junior studying economics, psychology with an IMC certificate. And today, I'm very excited to be speaking with Mr. Shiven Shah, who is a CFO at Libra Solutions, a PE-backed specialty finance company. Mr. Shiven, thank you so much for taking the time to speak with me today. So to start off, do you mind introducing yourself? Shiven: Yeah, it's a pleasure to be here. Thank you Dora, for having me on the podcast. My name, as you mentioned, is Shiven Shah. I graduated in Northwestern, the class of '99. So I've just had my 25th year reunion recently, which was great to see a lot of old faces and friends and colleagues from many years ago. So I have had a really tight connection with the Northwestern community. I'm a member of the NULC, helped with admissions committee, and also with some mentoring projects as well. Background wise, I grew up in the Chicago area, right outside of Oak Park, Illinois, which is a western suburb, very similar to Evanston in a lot of ways, a diverse community. And my first choice was Northwestern and I ended up being fortunate enough to be accepted in, and studied economics and minored in statistics. And then I ended up going into a career in finance, starting right after undergrad in New York City at Merrill Lynch in investment banking. I did that for a few years, and then went to business school. I ended up in a financial management program during the financial crisis, and it was really interesting times 2007, 2008, where we had to bail Citi out with the too big to fail and the credit derivatives and the swaps. So it was a very interesting time to be there. So I ended up staying at Citi in a variety of finance roles for about eight years. And then ended up coming back to Chicago, and then worked at a trading company called Peak6, which was a diversified company. They had several investments in small private equity type investments, private placements, and also had bought a couple other companies and sold a couple of companies while I was there. So really, really great experience. And then I ended up going into another CFO role at ABN AMRO Clearing Group running the Americas business for trading clients. And then I really, really found my footing in 2017 when I joined a company called OppFi, which is a mission-driven company to help the hundreds of millions of Americans that live paycheck to paycheck and with 70% of America having savings of less than a thousand dollars. We tried to provide an alternative to payday loans and other high interest rate products, with a fully amortizing product that really gave people an opportunity to withstand an emergency situation. We ended up building the company up over a five year period from startup and then we ended up taking the company public via the SPAC process in 2021. I stayed with the company one year post public and then I joined another company, similar space, similar mission to help those in an emergency situation. In this case, Libra Solution is responsible for consumer litigation funding, so mostly personal injury. So when people get into a car accident, a motor vehicle accident, we help them out by providing an advance against the case settlement. So while they wait on a case which can last anywhere from an average of a year and a half to sometimes more than five years, we provide... And also have relationships with providers and attorneys to help them get the right care. So that's my background. Really excited to be here, as I said. I'm looking forward to the questions. Dora: Yeah, thank you so much for sharing your background. Because you've previously talked about your recent reunion with the Northwestern community, do you want to talk a little bit about the Northwestern alumni network? How would you describe the network? And are you in touch with any of the alumni? Shiven: Yeah, I think some of my best friends are from Northwestern, who I still keep in touch with, talk to on a daily basis really, and spend a lot of time. I think the greatest thing from my experience at Northwestern, were definitely the relationships that I formed there. I think the friendships are long lasting, lifelong and genuine. And the best part about the Northwestern alumni network, is that people really are out there to help each other. And I think whether it's a more recent alum or somebody that's more seasoned, or that's been out of school for a longer period of time, I think the ability to leverage the network and leverage the relationships and the friendships, I think is one of the best things ever. So yeah, not just the reunion, but again, on an ongoing basis, having that connectivity with the school and the university is very important to me. Dora: Is there any other resources you remember taking advantage of at school? Shiven: Yeah, so I think there's a lot of resources at the school, the career network, I think the student clubs are great as well, to network into different companies. The relationships that the co-op program that I wasn't a part of, but a lot of friends were, is another great opportunity. And I think, just the number of organizations, I was in the Greek system, so I had joined a fraternity there and a lot of the relationships I had from there continue to last for years post Northwestern. So I had a really good experience there. I was involved with cultural groups and affinity groups, the South Asian Student Association. And was involved with some of the dances and the performances and the festivals that we celebrated. So I think that that diversity is also super important with so many people from so many different backgrounds. That's what makes Northwestern really unique. Dora: Yeah, absolutely. And going back to your career, were you thinking about doing a career or jobs in finance when you first came to Northwestern? Or how was that process of choosing what career? Shiven: Yeah, no, I came in thinking like a lot of the Asian and Indian parents want their kids to be doctors. So I came in being told that I should be a doctor. And unfortunately, after about a year and a half and struggling through organic chemistry, I realized that it wasn't my calling to do medicine. And to the disappointment of making that phone call, I'll never forget to my parents, they were very disappointed that I decided not to go. And I got a very long lecture about why my career and my life is going the wrong direction. And they thought I was just goofing around the whole time during Northwestern, which is partially true, but not fully. I ended up with Northwestern really realizing that math was my calling in life, and I like the business side and how using mathematics and data to solve business problems, I thought it was what I wanted to do. And so over the course of a couple of years really by my junior year I thought I wanted to do something more in financial services and where I can do something that I'm more passionate about. So yeah, I feel like it was the right decision and I feel good about where we are. Dora: Yeah, thank you for sharing that. Is there any particular skills or habits do you think is important for your career? Shiven: Yeah, I think the most important characteristic one can have, and my advice is to be flexible in a company and be versatile. Not just do something that this is your immediate job, but offer perspectives, offer out of the box thinking. And I think that the other piece is be a team player. There should be no job that's too menial. Whatever you're told to do, view it as a service to your company and try to do the best, not for yourself, but for the broader and the greater organization. Be a culture champion, make it a positive experience, help other people out. I think it's super important. I think the other piece is as a leader, is care about your people, really care about the individual, care about their development and make it an environment where people want to work. They're not just there to collect a paycheck, but they're having a fun time there and really making an impact and really fulfilling the mission of what that company is. So I think it's go for what you're interested in rather than trying to check boxes. Dora: Yeah. And another question I have, is that during your academic or professional journey, is there anything that you regret or wish you could do differently? Shiven: Yeah, I think what I would have said, is I would have been more honest with myself in what I really wanted, what my passions were. And I think the other piece of it, is be who you are, even who you spend time with. And I would say, early on in my college career I was trying to like fit in as opposed to being myself, both with my family at home and trying to be a doctor. And also with the people I associated with, I was trying to, adhere to what I thought what people liked. And then as you get older you're like, "You know what? You are who you are, be yourself, be a good human being, but don't try to be somebody you're not and be true to yourself." Dora: Yeah. And also I feel like as a college student sometimes we'll meet some obstacles in school and also in recruiting and stuff. So is there any advice you can give the students to keep them motivated? Shiven: Yeah, I think my biggest advice is I think there's no substitute for hard work. And whether that's in recruiting, whether that's in your schoolwork, whether that's in as you look for a job or decide on a career path in general, I think you got to spend the time, right? So for example, if you're looking for a job, people aren't going to reach out to you, and there's so many qualified individuals, so how do you differentiate yourself? One, is you make an effort. You go to these career fairs but also start to figure out who's in your network? Who's at Northwestern? Have introductory coffees together and try to learn from them and seek help. And you may reach out to a hundred people and only one or two people respond, but it's one or two more than you would've had if you didn't make any effort. And if you look at like how people get to where they are, a lot of it is really based on the people you know and the people that have helped you out. As a society we help each other out, but you have to seek that help. And so don't be afraid to ask for help and not do it all on your own, but get guidance of those that have done it in the past. Dora: And I think you've already touched a little bit about this, but is there any specific tips for networking for students in college or after graduation? Shiven: Yeah, I think it's important to be part of the student organizations that are connected to the field of study that you want to do or the career that you want to pursue. And also, I think using job networks like LinkedIn and the Northwestern alumni network, there are thousands of alum all over the world, tens of thousands of alum. It's just a question of finding them, right? And so I think using those resources, going through databases and reaching out, and just asking like, "I'm a Northwestern student seeking advice," you will get responses. And it's not going to be a hundred percent as I said, but find and make a point each week to meet at least two new people. That I would say, would be a goal. Have conversations with two new people each week in your field of study. Dora: And just for students who are interested in financial services or finance, do you have any general advice for the students to do in school or in recruiting? Shiven: Yeah, for finance in general, I think a lot of the skills with a liberal arts background are transferable. You don't need to have been in an undergraduate in business school to be successful. I think it's the way of thinking. Take classes that involve critical thinking, that involve data and numbers and analytics. So I think statistics, science courses are very helpful, math courses, computer science. The other thing in finance is that there are two ways to go about it. You're going to go into finance right out of undergrad, or you work in a company, like let's say, you're interested in science and you go work at a biotech company. Or you're interested in art or whatever it may be, or you're an engineer, develop skills that are problem solving skills and analytical. Then you can go back, get your MBA and then do more of a finance specialty. So there's a couple of paths to go on that. Dora: And I know a lot of students, they didn't know what to do for their career when they were in college. So do you think it's important for them to decide what to do before graduation? Or do you think it's okay for them to just navigate and figure it out through their journey in Northwestern? Shiven: I think it is important to have some idea prior to graduating in the first couple of years. I think it's important to explore, keep your options open. But by junior year, like having a path of where you want to go I think is important and having a focus, because you want to hit the ground running out of college. And I think the more you wait to figure that out, the bigger issues that you'll have. And use the time by speaking to others, that have been in different fields and getting a feel for what people do. Go to different companies, go to company visits, go to career fairs and that's how you learn and talk to people. But I think it is important to figure it out before you graduate. Dora: Perfect. Thank you so much for speaking with us today. I think that is all the questions I have. It was really wonderful getting to know you. And thank you again for joining us today. Shiven: Yeah, absolutely. It's a pleasure to be on here and I'm happy to speak to other individuals that have questions on their career. And as I said, use the network and use the opportunity that you have at Northwestern in a positive way. Dora: And thank you for listening to this special episode of Weinberg in the World podcast. We hope you have a great weekend, and go Cats.  

Dr. Rochel Daniels joins  host Susan Hiland to share how students would benefit from a bond before voters April 8th. If passed, the bond would fund new Performing Arts Centers for Oak Park and Winnetonka. It would also add a new gym to three schools and provide updates to all schools throughout out the district.  

Gov. Newsom orders state workers to return to the office nearly full time. Also, Tesla drivers are taking a political stance. Plus, electric vehicle sales stall in California. Finally, Oak Park's “Fix-It Cafe.” Gov. Newsom's Return-to-Office Order

In this episode we speak with Dr. Taryn Cass. After leaving a career with a traditional science background to become a Naturopathic doctor, she founded Serenity Holistic Health in Oak Park, IL. She tells us why her approach is different from traditional western medicine and gives some advice on how to live a more fulfilling life. Dr. Cass can be reached at https://www.serenityoakpark.com/ and serenityoakpark on instagram.

How would you react in the midst of a crisis? This week on The Unbeatable Mind, comedian, Crossfit affiliate owner, and leader of the successful men's group ‘ The Treehouse', Kenny Kane, shares his personal tale of losing his home to the recent fires in Los Angeles. Kenny recounts the harrowing moments of urgency as he and his family confronted the blaze, and the profound impact it had on their lives.    Delving deep into themes of leadership, community, and the essence of human connection, Kenny details the importance of having a clear vision and purpose, especially when faced with volatile and uncertain situations. Kenny explains his commitment to nurturing resilient leaders through his men's group and the gym community, emphasizing physical training as a conduit for life preparation.  Key Takeaways: Kenny Kane's Crisis Management: Listen to Kenny's story of losing his home in the Palisades fires—and how his previous experiences and personal philosophy helped him and his family manage.  OODA Loop Framework: Hear Kenny talk about the OODA loop (Observe, Orient, Decide, Act), and how he applied it during the fire.  Physical Preparedness: Discover the importance of physical and mental preparedness for unforeseen events and learn how he applies his physical training during times of crisis.  Purpose Driven Leadership: Learn how in times of uncertainty, having a clear vision can anchor actions and decisions.    Kenny Kane holds multiple certifications and is a graduate of SealFit's Kokoro Camp. The practical and spiritual teachings from Kenny's diverse athletic training have culminated in his context-driven coaching methodology where body, mind, and heart are given equal weight in the portrait of good health. Kenny has implemented his mind-body training protocol whilst coaching Olympians, NBA players, Premiere League soccer players, A-list celebrities, CrossFit Games athletes, and nine-to- fivers alike. He has also developed and directed several fitness programs for kids, coached an adaptive athlete to compete alongside able-bodied competitors, and continues to contribute to broader philosophical discussions concerning public health in podcasts and other forums with elite athletes, movement and human bioenergetics specialists, and thought leaders from around the world. He is the owner of and head coach at Oak Park, home of CrossFit Los Angeles. Body of Knowledge: https://thebodyofknowledge.com/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaYi-zzTBsYYLR-qvwIS_X8AJvTzPRcn92ydWzeDYOkh3q1qnexVORV3CU0_aem_AvT2YUXooXMSSPVti0PhSw  Oak Park:  https://www.oakparkla.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekennykane/?hl=en      Sponsors and Promotions:   Marley Spoon: This new year, fast-track your way to eating well with Marley Spoon. Head to MarleySpoon.com/OFFER/DIVINE and use code DIVINE for up to 27 FREE meals!   Seed:  Visit Seed.com and use the code 25DIVINE to get 25% off your first month's order! Qualia  Take a look at the Qualia line up of truly inspired health formulas at www.QualiaLife.com/divine15, and use code DIVINE15 at checkout  for an additional 15% off your purchase.  Defender The highest achievers among us are the people still striving, still reaching for something. It's those people who approach the impossible and embrace it. There's a vehicle for people like that. It's called the Defender. Explore the full Defender line-up at LandRoverUSA.com     Timestamped Overview:  00:00 Trapped by Fire with Children 07:46 Fire Evacuation Crisis 15:04 "Devastating Fire Destroys Neighborhood" 17:39 Embracing Life's Uncertainty 22:39 Nose Breathing Amidst Chaos 27:31 "Lead: Exploring Purpose and Roles" 34:58 Navigating Business and Home Dilemma 39:55 Emotionality and Unavoidable Fires 43:01 "Shifting Realities and Human Connection" 49:32 Embrace Difficulty Together 55:05 Five Tenets for Business Harmony 58:07 Defining Purpose and Connection 01:03:40 Inflection Point in Bit-Based Reality 01:09:06 Misunderstanding Freedom and Connection 01:17:03 LAUSD Relocates Students Successfully 01:22:48 Balancing Nesting and Financial Stability 01:25:50 Crisis Scenario Planning Exercise 01:34:19 "Divine Inspiration & Seal Fit" 01:34:53 "Support Global Change Together"  

Mr. Harbinger could not quite believe in the Mouth. But poor Mr. Harbinger—or Darwin, if you prefer—are gone to other times. Or Darwin, If You prefer by Mel Hunter. That's next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast.If you are a regular listener of the podcast you know we love to discover interesting stories by authors you have never heard of, and that's exactly what we have for you today. Here's what Fantastic Universe had to say, “Mr. Hunter's superb art work has appeared on a baker's dozen science fiction magazine covers during the past year, but incredible as it may seem with this story we introduce him to the reading public for the first time as a science fiction writer. We say incredible, because this is not a beginner's story. It is sparkling, sophisticated, erudite—the work of a craftsman.”This is the first time we have come across an illustrator turned author. And here's the amazing thing, he wasn't any old illustrator, Mel Hunter was a very accomplished illustrator producing illustrations for famous science fiction authors Isaac Asimov and Robert A. Heinlein, as well as a technical and scientific illustrator for The Pentagon, Hayden Planetarium in Boston, and the Massachusetts Audubon Society.Hunter was born in 1927 in Oak Park, Illinois and he taught himself book and magazine illustration. He was nominated for the Hugo Award for Best Professional Artist in 1960, 1961 and 1962. He became a technical illustrator at Northrop Aircraft where he painted illustrations of advanced aircraft and simulated combat scenarios.His love of air and space took him from California's desert runways to Florida's seacoast launchpads to illustrate every variety of jet-age aircraft and space-age rocket imaginable—from the X-15 to Saturn V. He died in 2004 and according to his final wish, his cremated remains were launched into space on May 22, 2012.Savor this story, immerse yourself in it, and listen to it as many times as your heart desires—for it stands alone, as the singular science fiction story ever penned by Mel Hunter. From Fantastic Universe Magazine in September 1954, this truly amazing story can be found on page 39, Or Darwin, If You prefer by Mel Hunter…Next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast, I bought the door–even though the auctioneer warned of evil. The Artist and the Door by Dorothy Quick.☕ Buy Me a Coffee https://www.buymeacoffee.com/scottsV===========================

New details in a fatal shooting in Oak Park, we'll break down what SDPD has told us so far. The Landmark Cinemas in Hillcrest is set to close in the new year, community members say it's been a landmark for the last 30 years. The cursive challenge is going viral on TikTok, why experts say it could be good for your kids to learn how to write it. NBC 7's Marianne Kushi has what you need to know headed into the holiday week.

A man is dead after a shooting late last night in Oak Park, we've got the latest into that investigation. Many travelers are hoping for a smoother Sunday after fog forces several delays and cancellations at San Diego International Airport. Plus we break down what county officials are saying as bird flu makes its way across the country. NBC7's Nichelle Medina has what you need to know this Sunday morning.

Jim Kimball had faced loss as a child when his father passed away. When his siblings chose to talk about their feelings, Jim kept his bottled up instead-- until his emotions grew too large to be contained. Then, on April 13th, 1993, he disappeared.If you are interested in bonus content for our show or in getting some Coffee and Cases swag, please consider joining Patreon. There are various levels to fit your needs, all of which can be found here: https://www.patreon.com/coffeeandcases

This week, in Oak Park, Illinois, a wild tale unfolds when woman is brutally murdered, in her apartment, leaving detectives with very few clues, until a bible college student neighbor comes forward with a story. He recalls having a vivid dream about the murder, at the exact time the murder was taking place. His dream is complete with some uncanny details that perfectly match the crime scene, including a symbolic position of the body. Is he the real killer? Along the way, we find out that a town's 50th festival should have better bands, that if you dream of murder, maybe keep it to yourself, and that DNA is a fantastic thing, when used correctly!!New episodes every Thursday!Donate at: patreon.com/crimeinsports or go to paypal.com and use our email: crimeinsports@gmail.comGo to shutupandgivememurder.com for all things Small Town Murder & Crime In Sports!Follow us on...twitter.com/@murdersmallfacebook.com/smalltownpodinstagram.com/smalltownmurderAlso, check out James & Jimmie's other show, Crime In Sports! On Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, Wondery, Wondery+, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of the Remote CEO Show, I had the pleasure to interview, Sam Rosen.  Sam is co-founder and chief executive officer of Deskpass, an industry-leading online marketplace offering access to teams and individuals thousands of unique coworking spaces and conference rooms nationwide.   A habitual problem solver, Sam first directed his creative energies toward a solution for managing coworking spaces after seeing the challenges firsthand as co-owner/operator of The Coop, Chicago's first coworking space. Sam has an established reputation as a successful entrepreneur and a well-respected voice in the design community. Before launching Deskpass, he co-founded the art collaborative The Post Family, as well as One Design Company. This digital branding agency creates powerful experiences at the intersection of research, communication, design, and technology for some of the biggest brands in the world. He lives in Oak Park, Illinois, with his wife and two fantastic children.

December 5, 2024 ~ Barnes and Noble are seeing a resurgence and books sales are up. Cary Loren, Owner of Book Beat in Oak Park, joins Marie Osborne to share what he is seeing in his store.

Our guest this week is Dennis Watkins of Oak Park, IL who is a professional magician and father of two adopted children, including a son who is Autistic. Dennis and his husband, Sean Kelly, have been married for seven years and are the proud parents of two adopted children: Magnolia (15 months) and Henry (5), who is Autistic.  Dennis hails from Dallas and a long line of family magicians.  His grandfather, Ed Watkins, was a leader amongst magicians in Texas who had.a national reputation. After taking a BFA from Southern Methodist University, Dennis pursued a career in theatre.  Working his way up from a performer to being a director, Dennis is proprietor of The Magic Parlour, located in downtown Chicago, now in it's 15th season, where he performs six shows a week, which according to Trip Advisor is the #1 show in Chicago.  Dennis has quite a story to tell and we'll hear it on this week's episode of the SFN Dad to Dad Podcast.Show Notes - Phone – (312) 300-6803Email – dennis@denniswatkins.netWebsite - https://denniswatkins.net/Website - http://www.themagicparlourchicago.com/LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennisrwatkins/Adoption Center of Illinois – https://www.adoptioncenterofillinois.org/Special Fathers Network - SFN is a dad to dad mentoring program for fathers raising children with special needs. Many of the 800+ SFN Mentor Fathers, who are raising kids with special needs, have said: "I wish there was something like this when we first received our child's diagnosis. I felt so isolated.  There was no one within my family, at work, at church or within my friend group who understood or could relate to what I was going through."SFN Mentor Fathers share their experiences with younger dads closer to the beginning of their journey raising a child with the same or similar special needs. The SFN Mentor Fathers do NOT offer legal or medical advice, that is what lawyers and doctors do. They simply share their experiences and how they have made the most of challenging situations.Check out the 21CD YouTube Channel with dozens of videos on topics relevant to dads raising children with special needs - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzDFCvQimWNEb158ll6Q4cA/videosPlease support the SFN. Click here to donate: https://21stcenturydads.org/donate/Special Fathers Network: https://21stcenturydads.org/  

A year and a half ago, Oak Park's architecturally significant Village Hall was headed for demolition. But the building, a modernist structure designed in the mid-1970s by architect Harry Weese, survived that threat. And late last week the village board selected a River North architecture firm to work out a plan for revitalizing the building for long-term use. For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.

Nick welcomes The Hollywood Reporter TV critic Dan Fienberg to the podcast to discuss the new seasons of What We Do In The Shadows, The Diplomat (with KERI RUSSELL!!!), and the latest episodes of SNL. Dan also reviews some fresh shows, including HBO's Dune: Prophecy and St. Denis Medical with David Alan Grier. Then, Esmeralda Leon joins Nick to chat about the art of rearranging furniture in a classic 70s-era "frunchroom," finding an affordable shower caddy, and why the Chicago suburb of Oak Park is so awesome. They also discuss the correct way to pronounce "prosciutto" (hint: just watch The Sopranos). Finally, they wrap up with a taste test of another delicious snack from Italy. [Ep297]

This episode is a talk I gave at the Center for Pastor Theologians annual conference held in Oak Park, IL, in September 2024. In this talk, I try to unpack what the Bible says about a Christian political identity by looking at the Scriptural themes of exile and Babylon. The talk was received fairly well, espeically by the Anabaptists in the back, who were hootin' and hollerin'. Others had some really thoughtful questions and pushback.  -- If you've enjoyed this content, please subscribe to my channel! Support Theology in the Raw through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theologyintheraw Or you can support me directly through Venmo: @Preston-Sprinkle-1 Visit my personal website: https://www.prestonsprinkle.com For questions about faith, sexuality & gender: https://www.centerforfaith.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Voices of Hope Community Chorus features more than 60 men and women affected by breast cancer, many of whom are breast cancer survivors. The local chorus puts on fall and spring concerts in Glenview and Oak Park. For their 2024 fall concerts, they will be performing the music of great American icons like Bob Dylan, Carole King, Smokey Robinson and more. Reset sits down with Kevin Kelly, artistic director of Voices of Hope Community Chorus and choir member June Anthony to learn more.

Message Franciska to share how a specific episode has impacted YOU. franciskakay@gmail.com     In this episode, Franciska engages in a conversation with Dr. Marcy Forta, who provides insights into her background in business, her personal struggle with an eating disorder, and her efforts to help prevent eating disorders in the Jewish community. Dr. Forta discusses her organization Atzmi, which focuses on addressing body image, self-compassion, and emotion regulation through various age-specific curriculum and parental support. The discussion also covers the pervasive impact of weight stigma, the importance of not commenting on others' bodies, and the need for a cultural shift in how we discuss appearance. Practical advice on managing children's eating habits, dealing with external food influences, and promoting healthy body image within religious constraints is provided. The episode emphasizes the importance of parents' self-care and mindset in modeling positive behavior for their children.   00:00 Introduction and Upcoming Events 01:06 Personal Struggles and Biases 01:33 Interview with Dr. Marcy Forta 01:42 Dr. Forta's Background and Journey 04:03 Understanding Eating Disorders in the Jewish Community 06:07 Prevention Programs and Their Impact 11:40 Challenges and Cultural Factors 14:09 Addressing Weight Stigma and Bullying 20:23 Healthy Eating and Body Image 26:40 Religious Lifestyle and Eating Habits 27:28 Navigating Tishrei: Balancing Tradition and Modern Parenting 27:59 Teaching Kids About Hunger and Fullness 28:45 Handling Food Rewards and Treats 29:11 Recognizing Hunger and Fullness in Children 31:19 Balancing Control and Freedom in Children's Diets 32:15 Parental Influence on Children's Eating Habits 35:17 Addressing Body Image and Self-Perception 39:20 The Importance of Positive Reinforcement 47:03 Shifting Mindsets About Health and Body Image 49:12 Final Thoughts and Encouragement     Dr. Marcy Forta EdD, MBA is the founder and director of Atzmi, an organization dedicated to supporting the mental health of Jewish girls through programs that improve their self-esteem, body acceptance, and reduce the focus on outward appearances.  She specializes in eating disorder education, awareness, and prevention, focusing specifically on risk factors and prevention within the Jewish Orthodox Adolescent Female Community. She is also a Body Project Facilitator, and a Certified Holistic Nutritionist. Dr. Forta's doctoral research focused on community healthcare stakeholders descriptions of religious and environmental risk factors unique to the Jewish orthodox adolescent female community. Community healthcare stakeholders include rabbis, teachers, principals, mental and physical health professionals. Her research was conducted over a period of several years and focused on the U.S. Midwest region. There is long established evidence supporting prevention programs and their impact, this being the impetus to create Atzmi as the evidence suggests that their efficacy is vastly improved when tailored to specific demographics. Her research forms the basis of the eating disorder awareness, education, and prevention programs designed for this community. Dr. Forta lives in Oak Park, Michigan. She is a lecturer, blogger, and sought after expert in the eating disorder field. Her personal website is marcyforta.com.   Links: In a 2012 analysis of 12,000 adults, researchers found that lifestyle habits were a better predictor of mortality than BMI because regardless of someone's weight class, people lived longer when they practiced healthy habits like not smoking, drinking alcohol in moderation, eating 5 or more servings of fruits and vegetables daily and exercising 12 or more times per month.  -https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22218619/ https://www.cnet.com/health/medical/the-obesity-paradox-how-fat-can-be-good-for-you/   https://www.cnn.com/2013/01/16/health/weight-study/index.html   https://qz.com/550527/obesity-paradox-scientists-now-think-that-being-overweight-is-sometimes-good-for-your-health     Check out: www.JewishCoffeeHouse.com for more Jewish Podcasts on our network.  

Discussion Prop 6 and the experiences of working in prison. Celebrating Diwali in Sacramento. Finally, ‘When We Were Colored' is re-staging at Oak Park's Guild Theater this month. Prop 6 and Prison Labor

You're listening to Voices of Your Village, and I'm so stoked about this episode. We get to chat about rethinking weapon play. This is a hot topic. It's one with a lot of opinions, and I really wanted to dive into the child development aspect of this. I got to hang out with Kisa Marx and Samuel Broaden to have this conversation. Kisa is an author, a child advocate, and a champion of early educators. With over two decades in the field, she spent 15 years running her self -affirming play in nature focused family home childcare in Oak Park, Illinois. Recently, she switched to a nonprofit model to offer high quality childcare to families who would otherwise be denied access. Kisa's advocacy, pedagogy, and ethos are anchored in three pillars: childhood is sacred, nature is restorative, and play is revolutionary. When she's not in the field with her crew or advocating with fellow childhood champions, Kisa can be found with her partner of 26 years tending to their garden of adult children, pets, and plants. Samuel is an early childhood advocate and author who believes in the power of childhood and showing children the power they have within themselves. He has worked in the early education field for 20 years, from a teacher to administration to quality coach to author and speaker. He believes in the importance of creating safe spaces for all children to discover who they are and be celebrated for that. He's the author of Gender Expression and Inclusivity in Early Childhood, A Teacher's Guide to Queering the Classroom, and their new book, Rethinking Weapon Play in Early Childhood, How to Encourage Imagination, Kindness, and Consent in Your Classroom, is out now from Kisa and Samuel. I'm super stoked for y 'all to get your hands on that bad boy. All right, folks, let's dive in.  Connect with Kisa: Instagram: @iam_still_learning Website: https://theplaylabnfpoakpark.org/ Order the book:Rethinking Weapon Play in Early Childhood: How to Encourage Imagination, Kindness, and Consent in Your Classroom Connect with Samuel: Instagram:@honoringchildhood Website: https://www.honoringchildhood.org/ Order the book:Rethinking Weapon Play in Early Childhood: How to Encourage Imagination, Kindness, and Consent in Your Classroom Podcast: Honoring Childhood  Connect with us: Instagram: @seed.and.sew  Podcast page: Voices of Your Village Seed and Sew's Regulation Quiz: Take the Quiz Order Tiny Humans, Big Emotions now!  Website: seedandsew.org Music by: Ruby Adams and  Bensound Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Katie is a newborn and family photographer based out of Chicago. After going through IVF, Katie was surprised to find out that her first pregnancy was with identical twins. At 33 weeks, she had an unexpected bleed and then another at 35 weeks. Because of placental abruption, she went straight to a Cesarean and her babies were in the NICU for 7 days.Katie wanted to know what a singleton pregnancy and VBAC birth could be like. She found a supportive midwife group through her local ICAN chapter that had around a 90% VBAC success rate! She also hired a doula. As her due date approached, Katie decided to opt for membrane sweeps to avoid a medical induction starting at 38+6 weeks.After four membrane sweeps over the course of two weeks, spontaneous labor began. She arrived at the hospital and her sweet baby was born vaginally just 5 hours later!Though she said she has a low pain tolerance, Katie's VBAC was unmedicated and she also shares her experience with a retained placenta and a second-degree tear. Katie, that is no small feat-- we know you are an absolute warrior and woman of strength!How to VBAC: The Ultimate Prep Course for ParentsFull Transcript under Episode Details Meagan: Welcome to the show, Katie. Thank you so much for being here with us. You guys, Katie is from Chicago, right? Chicago. Katie: Yep. Meagan: She is an IVF mama. She's got three girls. She is a girl mom and two identical twins and then a baby girl. How old is your baby girl now? Katie: She's going to be 3 months tomorrow. Meagan: 3 months so still little tiny. Oh my gosh. I love it. So yeah, and then you guys, when she's not doing the mom thing with all of her girls, she is also a newborn and family photographer which is awesome. Can you share with us your handle so we can come follow you?Katie: Yeah. On Instagram, I'm at katiemichellestudios. Meagan: Okay, katiemichellestudios and we are going to make sure to have that in the show notes so you can go follow her and follow her amazing work. And if you're in Chicago and you need newborn or family photos, hit her up. Is there a specific– Chicago is big. Is there a specific area that you serve?Katie: I'm in the northwest suburbs but I do in-home sessions wherever. I use a studio in Oak Park. Meagan: Okay, awesome. Then with your stories today, we've got a couple of highlights. We have IVF, placental abruption, and sticky placenta. I'm excited to talk about sticky placenta for sure because it's not something a lot of people talk about that could happen. Then, of course, the twins and all of that. We are going to get into that but I do have a Review of the Week. You guys, I know every single week I know you are probably sick of me asking but I love your reviews. Thank you so much for your reviews and remember, we always accept your reviews. Okay, this is from cassie80. It says, “Extremely educational and super empowering.” It says, “After a traumatic C-section in 2016, on my research journey about VBAC, I came across this podcast and instantly fell in love.” You guys, that just says something to me. 2016 is when she had her C-section and 2018 is when this podcast started. It's crazy to think that it's been going for so long but I'm so grateful for all of you guys sharing your stories like you, Ms. Katie, and helping this continue. It says, “I am currently trying for number two and am on a mission to VBAC. Hearing all of these wonderful stories of strength has given me the confidence that I can do it when the time comes. You and all of the women who courageously share their stories are just amazing. You all provide healing and support for all of us mamas.” Thank you so much, Cassie, and I'm so glad that you are here with us and have been with us for so long. Okay, Katie. Thank you again for being here. Katie: Thank you so much. I am so excited to be on this podcast myself because I listened to you guys nonstop my entire pregnancy even before and I always had it in the back of my mind that, Oh, if I get my VBAC, I'm going to come on here and tell my story. I am super excited and thank you for having me. Meagan: Oh my gosh, thank you so much. Let's talk about these twins. Let's talk about that birth. Katie: Yes. They were IVF but they were obviously surprise identical twins. My embryo split into obviously identical twins but they were an interesting pregnancy because usually with IVF, the twins are mono-di which means they share a placenta and have two sacs but my girls are actually di-di so they had two placentas, two sacs, so that meant they were a little bit less of a risky pregnancy and a vaginal birth was a possibility. That's what I was planning on. Everything was pretty smooth up until 33 weeks which is when I had my first bleed. It was just the middle of the night. I got up and I just started gushing. The doctor said that it was a marginal placental abruption. That means it was on the edge of the placenta and it wasn't a risk to them. Obviously, it was super scary. I thought that I was going to lose them both but everything with them was fine. They sent me home after a few days at the hospital. They just told me to take it easy, but they said it might happen again. It did at 35 weeks and 3 days. I had another bleed. At that point, they said, “They are almost to term for twins.” It's technically 37 or 38 weeks is when they like to induce for twins so they just said not to risk going any further and let's just get them out right now. I was planning on a vaginal birth, but because of that abruption and we didn't know what state the placenta was in and what would happen if there was an induction process that was started, so with the doctors, we decided I didn't want to risk induction and then needing a C-section anyway for the other twin so we did the C-section. It was a really, really rough recovery and they were in the NICU for a week. One of them needed breathing support and the other one was there for growing and feeding. Meagan: How big were they?Katie: 5 pounds, 3 ounces, and 4 pounds, 13 ounces. Meagan: Okay, okay. Katie: They were a good size. They were overall healthy but it was for me, super duper rough as a first-time mom to twins especially. The breastfeeding journey was really hard. I dealt with low milk supply and they were so tiny that it was hard for them to latch so I ended up exclusively pumping for 11 months. That's their story. Meagan: Wow. That's a lot of work by the way for someone maybe who hasn't pumped a lot. Holy cow. Good job. Katie: Yeah. So when we decided to have a third which was a tough decision for us, my husband was not on board. We ended up deciding that we wanted to experience what it's like to have a singleton baby and just having a singleton pregnancy hopefully and a VBAC. I definitely knew that I wanted a VBAC and started doing all my research. I found a very VBAC-supportive midwife group in my area. They have a 90-something percent VBAC rate in the hospital which is crazy. Meagan: Wow, yeah. That's amazing. What do you think they do so differently that a lot of other groups don't do that makes them so successful? Or are you going to share about it?Katie: I'm not sure. I think the hospital might be part of it, like the hospital policies might be more supportive. They deliver at Evanston Hospital if anyone is interested. Overall, I think the doctors that they work with because it's a midwife group that they work alongside doctors that when there is a delivery for the midwives, the doctors are also in the hospital. I think the doctors are also very VBAC-supportive so I think that helps when they are working together. Meagan: Yes, absolutely. Katie: That's that story. Meagan: So you found them. You found the providers. Did you go and ask them questions? How did you feel like you realized that they were supportive? Katie: Yeah. I went on– what's that group that have a Facebook group all around the country for different areas about lowering the C-section rate?Meagan: Oh, cesareanrates.org? Katie: I'm not sure. They are an organization. Meagan: Oh, ICAN?Katie: ICAN, yes. I went on my local Facebook group for ICAN and I asked around. I got their info. I first went for an appointment with one of the doctors at that practice before I was even pregnant because I was planning for the transfer and I liked that doctor, but then I realized that they have midwives and people really raved about the midwives. They said if you are looking for a more holistic experience and they spend more time with you than the doctors do. I just decided to go that route and somehow picking the midwives made me dive into the whole unmedicated birth side of things as well. I ended up hiring a doula as well. I never thought I'd be someone interested in unmedicated birth. I consider myself to have very low pain tolerance. Meagan: So tell us more about the birth. You have a low pain tolerance but you did go unmedicated?Katie: Yes. I ended up doing it. Meagan: Okay. Did you go into spontaneous labor?Katie: Yeah, it was interesting. I ended up having four membrane sweeps which is not that spontaneous. Meagan: Well, hey. This is the thing. A lot of people ask about membrane sweeps and sometimes people feel, Hey, this is worth it. Let's do this. Some people don't. Sometimes it works and sometimes it takes many and sometimes it doesn't. It's whatever feels right. So do you remember where you were with the first membrane sweep cervical-wise and how many weeks and things like that? Katie: Yeah, so I wanted to start them. Remember, I had never been pregnant past 35 weeks. Meagan: Right, yeah. Katie: I really thought that I was going to have an early baby again, but that really wasn't the case. I had her at 40 and 5. So the membrane sweep, I started the first one at 38 and 6 so basically at my 39-week appointment. I had no change after that one. Nothing happened. That's kind of what I assumed would happen so I had another one the next week at 39 and 6 and at that point, I was 2 centimeters, 80% effaced, and -1 station. Meagan: Okay, so pretty good cervical statistics there for a membrane sweep. Katie: Yeah. So then it was my due date and I was starting to feel more pressure. The mucus plug was coming out and baby was acting super active which I heard can happen close to when a baby is ready to be born but nothing really happened at that point. So then I decided to get my third sweep. I think that was 40+2 and at that point, I was 2.5 centimeters but the same for everything else. But things were starting to happen. I was having more stuff come out and I was like, Oh my gosh. How much longer am I going to be pregnant? Meagan: I'm sure. This is the thing. When you had either preterm or just early deliveries before and then you go past that, it feels like, No. I cannot be pregnant longer than this. This is eternity. Katie: Yes. It was really hard because I had the two-year-old twins also. It was getting to be a real mental and physical struggle. Meagan: Yes. Yeah. Katie: Also, I was doing pumping to try to induce labor and that wasn't doing anything. Meagan: Yeah. Was it causing contractions at all or was it just causing them and then you'd stop and it would stop?Katie: Yeah, basically it would just cause the Braxton Hicks contractions and nothing else. Meagan: Then it would go away. Katie: Yeah. So I had my third sweep and that one really started to do something because I went into prodromal labor which was a doozy. Meagan: Yeah. You know, that can be a risk of trying a membrane sweep. It can cause some prodromal labor but again, a lot of the time, prodromal labor still does stuff. It's tiring and it's exhausting but it's still doing something. Katie: Yeah, and it definitely did for me. My prodromal labor was a nighttime thing. The sun would go down. I'd put the kids to bed and it would start with irregular contractions. It felt like period cramps then I wouldn't sleep all night with that. I had that for two nights and then I was finally– Meagan: Typical prodromal. Katie: Then it would go away during the daytime. Meagan: It's so annoying. It's like, seriously? Fine. If you're going to do prodromal, at least do it during the day when I'm awake but don't take away my sleep. Katie: I know. At that point, I was getting super disheartened. I decided to schedule my induction because if this was going to happen every night, I would have zero energy for this VBAC. I did schedule my induction for 41 and 3 I believe if I made it to that point but I decided to go back and get my fourth membrane sweep June 3rd so the day before she was born. That started something. The midwife was like, “Okay, if I do this, I might see you back here later tonight.” Meagan: That's a promising thing to hear. Katie: Yeah, so once she did that sweep, I was actually already 4.5 centimeters dilated. That prodromal labor was doing something. Meagan: Um, 100%. Katie: Yep. That morning I had that sweep. We went to get lunch. We walked around. I was starting to right away have contractions and these were during the day so I knew something was up. By 4:00 PM that day, I was feeling it. I was starting to need counterpressure and had to stop what I was doing. Based on what the doula had said, that was when I should call them. I texted her and I told her, “I'm having these contractions that I'm having to stop and breathe through but they are still 10 minutes apart so I don't know what's going on.” She's like, "Okay. I think you need to stay home a little longer. You're probably not in active labor yet.” I'm like, "No, I think I'm there. Things are really intense.” Despite what she said, I headed to the hospital.It's a good thing I did because by the time I arrived at 10:00 PM, I was already 6.5 centimeters. Meagan: Okay, nice. Katie: I was very surprised because usually what the doula community says is sometimes when you head to the hospital when you are not in active labor, things can slow down because of the change of scenery and yeah, your body just shuts down. But in my case, it actually was the reverse. I went from super irregular contractions to walking up to the hospital doors and they started coming super regularly like 2-3 minutes apart. Yeah. Meagan: I do feel like the opposite can also happen where our body gets to that final destination and it's like, Okay. You can do this now. You have this sense of release. What you were saying, yes I've seen that too where the mom has to reacclimate to the space and labor stalls a little bit then it goes on, but this one it sounds like it was the opposite where it maybe brought you relaxation and safety. Katie: Yeah. I think maybe part of it was that this hospital experience was so different than my last one. At the last one, it was rushing to the hospital while I'm bleeding. I get there and there's this rush of nurses. Everyone's checking me and this time, I waddled up to the hospital. The room was dark. There was one nurse checking me in. I'm just chilling on the bed. I was just relaxed. I think a lot of the things that I did with the doulas to prepare, like they did classes about comfort measures and things like that and I was really trying to use those. I got the twinkle lights set up and got the music so that really helped. By 1:00 AM, I was already feeling the urge to push and I was feeling so much pressure, especially in my butt. I needed counterpressure for every single contraction up to that point then I was like, “No more counterpressure.” I was screaming for my husband to stop doing it because it was starting to hurt. I knew that something was happening. I was on my side trying to get some rest in between and I was starting to give up at that point. I know what they say is when you are starting to give up, you're starting transition. Meagan: You're right there. Katie: For me, I was thinking, I need an epidural right now. Meagan: A lot of people do though. A lot of people are like, “I can't do this anymore. I'm done. That's that. I need that epidural. I need relief now.” Katie: Yep. I hadn't had a check since I was admitted. It had been about 5 hours since I showed up or 4 hours since I showed up to the hospital so I was like, This can't be it. I can't be ready to push because I've only been here 4 hours and it's my first labor. I was in disbelief but I was like, “I need a check right now because if I'm not close to pushing, I'm getting the epidural.” The doula was trying to talk me out of it. She was like, "Are you sure? What are you going to do if you're not there?” I'm like, "I'm going to get the epidural.” I was 9.5 centimeters at that point. Meagan: Oh yeah. Right there. Katie: Yeah, and I was like, "Oh my gosh. This is actually happening.” My body was starting to push on its own and it was such a weird feeling. It was so different than my friend's birth that I photographed. She had an epidural and it was an induction. That's the only other birth that I've seen and this was so different because my body was pushing. I can't control it. Yeah. That was about an hour of pushing which felt like an eternity and the contractions were actually fine at that point. I couldn't feel them. I could just feel loads of pressure and the ring of fire which was intense, super duper intense. Then my water broke about 10 minutes before she was born and yeah, she was born. Meagan: You get to 10, your water is probably going out through breaks and baby comes down. Katie: Yeah, I had a bulging bag at the end which is really interesting to feel. She was born at 2:34 AM. Meagan: Aww, that's awesome. So pretty dang quick. Katie: Yeah. If you don't count the two nights of prodromal labor. Meagan: Prodromal labor, yeah. But your body was doing it slowly and surely. Each sweep did give you that extra nudge. It maybe gave you some prodromal labor along the way, but it seemed like it was helping and doing something. Katie: Yeah, if that helped me avoid a medical induction, I'm super glad that I did those. Meagan: Yeah, that's something when it comes to someone facing an induction or facing that hurdle, a membrane sweep might not be a bad idea. But too, with that said, if we go in and we are barely 1 centimeter or our cervix is really posterior and we are 30% effaced, we need to know mentally that if we go for a sweep, the chances of it working is a lot lower. It's just lower because our body is maybe not ready. It also doesn't mean it's not going to work. So like I said earlier, you had that ideal cervical stat. You were that 2 centimeters and 80% effaced. Things were looking good and softer, starting to open and they were able to get a really good sweep but even then, it took time. Katie: Yeah, definitely. My midwives never pressured induction on me. I was pressuring myself mainly because IVF pregnancies– there are differing opinions but some doctors say that you should be induced at 39 weeks and some say you shouldn't go past your due date because of the placenta not being as good. Meagan: Well, yeah. It's so hard because– so twins were IVF and was this baby IVF too?Katie: Yeah. Meagan: Okay, that is hard because there are a lot of people who do say that you should induce at 38-39 weeks with IVF and we do know out there that with IVF, the chances of having placenta issues and abnormalities like abruption are increased. Accreta, previa, and things like that. But if everything is going okay, all is looking well, it's that battle of do we induce? Do we not induce? What do we do?Obviously, your providers weren't pushing it so they didn't see any real medical need but then we have other providers on the complete opposite end where they are pushing it hard. Katie: Yeah, in some of my IVF groups on Facebook, basically every single person is induced or has a C-section. It's pretty rare for a provider to say you can go to 42 weeks like mine did. Meagan: Interesting. I actually don't know the real stats on IVF placental issues after 38 weeks. Had anybody ever talked to you about what your chance of issues really were after a certain point?Katie: No. The abruption was I think more of a risk factor was that it was twins and my uterus was so stretched but no one really mentioned placental issues or even said, “Let's look at your placenta after 40 weeks.” They do have the standard ultrasound to look at baby and do the BPP test, but they said that there is nothing really you can see from an ultrasound after your due date. Meagan: We know that ultrasounds can be off by size and by all the things. Katie: Yeah, and she was measuring bigger. She was 85th percentile which was actually true. She was born 8 pounds, 4 ounces so she wasn't tiny like my twins were. Meagan: Yeah. I Googled really, really quickly. This isn't even a study. This is just an article on it. I'll try to get some more studies and things in here but I'm going to include this article. It's from the Real Birth Company. It looks like they are teachers of birth classes. It's highlighted. It says, “What do you need to know if you are pregnant through IVF and you're being advised to have an induction because you are told that there is a higher chance of stillbirth?” It says, “The only study that we found that gives us the information also noted at higher risk of stillbirth for IVF pregnancies, but crucially, they said no increase in their rate of stillbirth after 28 weeks of pregnancy. It just says, “This research therefore tells us that induction at terms would not necessarily reduce stillbirth rates for babies who are conceived by IVF.”Katie: Yeah. From my understanding, it's hard to do studies on this because a lot of women who need IVF have other health factors which can increase the risk of obviously stillbirth and other issues in pregnancy. Meagan: Yeah, it's showing that sometimes IVF moms have placenta accreta and placental abruption at a higher risk. It shows that IUGR babies have a higher chance for being smaller. It also says that gestational diabetes and preeclampsia have an increased chance. So like you said, there are other things that they may have. I'm just going to throw this in there in case anyone listening is an IVF mama and wants to know more. It's interesting that you're saying that in that group– are they scheduling C-sections?Katie: Yeah. Most women get scheduled C-sections, not scheduled C-sections, scheduled inductions but they end in a C-section because they aren't ready. Meagan: Okay, so they aren't necessarily scheduling them right off the bat just because they are IVF. Katie: Right. Meagan: But again, like you said, they aren't ready and inductions are happening and people are ending up in a Cesarean. Katie: Yes. Meagan: Interesting. Well, this article was written in 2021. I'm also going to put a couple others in here that says actually 2024 so I need to look more into this but it's something to consider because again, this is a space where we are trying to reduce unnecessary Cesareans. We're seeing that it's happening so it might be something that you want to research if you are out there and you are doing IVF, research that and see if it's something that really is necessary for sure. Katie: This is just my personal story, but my placenta looked perfectly fine at 40+5 with this baby. Meagan: Yeah, so everything was looking good at that point. We did talk about that in the beginning– sticky placenta or really retained placenta. Did you have that with this? Maybe you can talk to us more about the placenta. You gave birth to babe. It was a VBAC that was a lot faster than anticipated and you went unmedicated when you didn't think you could. I kind of love that so much that you were like, “I have a low pain tolerance,” but then you did that. It just goes to show how possible it is, right? But yeah, talk to us about your placenta. Katie: Yeah. That was actually worse than the pain of the entire birth and something I didn't expect because I had asked about this because it can be an issue with IVF pregnancies. I had asked about this in one of my prenatal appointments and the midwife said, “We don't know if you're going to have that or not. IVF is a risk factor for it,” but since I had the opposite of a sticky placenta. I had a placenta that was coming off the wall. With my last pregnancy, she was like, “I'm guessing that you're not going to have that,” but I did. After baby was out, my placenta was not coming out after 10 minutes and around 30 minutes, I think they like to have it out by then. So they gave it 10 minutes for it to come out naturally, but my contractions completely stopped. Nothing was happening at that point. My body wasn't expelling it. They were trying to pull on it. Eventually, it came out but I was still having bleeding when they were pressing on my stomach than they would like to see. They gave me the Pitocin and that didn't work and then they tried two or three other medications. Meagan: Did they give you Cytotec at all? Katie: Yeah, I think so and another medication that goes in the back in the booty. Meagan: Oh, yes. They usually will insert it rectally. Yes. Yes. Cytotec is not okay when we are pregnant and we are trying to go into labor, but because it makes the uterus contract so hard which is the whole issue with Cytotec and VBAC, it can help reduce bleeding and help the placenta and all of these things. Yeah. Katie: Yeah. They gave me the max dose of Pitocin in my IV and none of that worked. They gave me the Pitocin in the leg and that didn't work, the Cytotec. Then they brought out the ultrasound machine and scanned around and saw that there were some pieces left inside. So she had to stick her hand up and get them. That was horrible. Meagan: And you were unmedicated. I'm just going to tell you right now that you have a high pain tolerance. I think you might be incorrect on that. Not saying that really, but holy cow. Unmedicated and a retained placenta retrieval scrape– they are essentially scraping and fishing for your placenta. Katie: Yes and she had to go in two or three times. They gave me some kind of IV medication and all it did was make me feel drunk. Meagan: Probably fentanyl. Katie: It was something with a D maybe. Dimerol.Meagan: Dilaudid. Katie: Maybe Dilaudid. It made me feel loopy and nauseous but did nothing for the pain. I was holding my baby the whole time and I just want to forget that horrible experience. Meagan: That is rough. Sometimes placentas “stay sticky” and it really can take up to an hour even for a placenta to come out. Sometimes we don't know why and like you said, IVF stuff maybe could have helped but the placenta usually is in that 5 to 30-minute period and providers do start to worry if it's more than that because after we have our baby, our cervix was 10 centimters. It dilated and everything was open and thinned and then it starts coming back and closing again which is the normal process. Katie: Oh my gosh. I didn't even think of that. Meagan: Yeah, it's just that normal process where it starts closing so providers start fearing that if the cervix is closed or too small, the placenta can't move through and then we've got the placenta inside and retained placenta is a very serious thing. You want to get your placenta out. It's an amazing organ and functions amazingly. It raises these amazing babies through these 9 months. It supports them and feeds them but we need to get it out because retained placenta can make you very sick. They start fearing that and sometimes when they are tugging, it can make it so the blood vessels get ripped off or they weren't ready so then we have bleeding and retained placenta and all of these things. They start fearing it and things like breastfeeding, Pitocin, Cytotec, and all of these things that they are trying to get to help you contract more is an effort to help get that out. But yeah. That is a lot. That's a lot. You had this beautiful birth and then whoa, quite a lot right there. Katie: Yeah, a bit of a turn and in addition to that, I had a second-degree tear that they also had to stitch me up. I don't remember if that was before or after the whole extraction. Meagan: Your provider fishing could have caused more tearing. Yeah. There is also a possibility that if for some reason it doesn't come out that you will have to be taken to an OR which is a more rare circumstance but I've had one client in all the 10 years of doing this and she was a VBAC client too actually. She had a beautiful birth and then had to go in and get it manually removed. So yeah, breastfeeding as soon as you can, changing positions and also emptying your bladder is something that you can do because if your bladder is full then it can hold things up so sometimes it's detached but not coming out so there are things we can do and then of course, taking medication and going a step further if we really need to. Katie: Yeah. Overall though, I don't regret any of that. It was still such a beautiful birth even though the end and the golden hour took a turn, it still was more than I had imagined. Meagan: Yeah. I was actually going to ask you. Even with that which is a lot, would you still suggest doing it or would you have done it differently if you could go back?Katie: No regrets. The recovery was a million times easier even with the tear and all of that. I was going to the botanical garden 4 days postpartum with my family. Meagan: Oh my gosh. You were out walking around. Katie: Yeah. Meagan: Oh my gosh. That is amazing. That is amazing. Katie: With toddlers, you've got to get back to real life. Meagan: I know. It's so hard to take that break and recover when we have life that is still moving around us. Katie: Definitely. Meagan: Remind me, you said you took Needed's collagen, right? Katie: I did. Yeah. Meagan: That actually probably helped healing as well. Katie: Yeah. I love that stuff because I wanted to get more protein in. I just put it in my shakes along with all of the other things that I did like the chiropractor and the dates. I did all of the things. Meagan: Yes. And your doulas, do you want to do a shoutout? Katie: Yeah, 3-1-2 doulas and I worked with Heather. Meagan: Awesome. Katie: Yeah, and they have awesome classes too. If you are a doula customer, they are free and if you're not, you can still sign up for them and they are super great. Meagan: That is so awesome. We love our doulas and to all of those listeners out there, just a reminder. We have a major doula directory from literally all over the US to outside of the US if you are looking for doulas too. You can go to thevbaclink.com/findadoula. We love our doulas so dang much. Obviously, I love doulas so much I became one. Doulas are so amazing. I love that you said you did chiropractic care and dates and all of the things. Are there any other suggestions or tips that you would give our listeners as they are going through their VBAC journey? Katie: Yeah, just listen to these podcasts a lot and you'll learn so much. Join The VBAC Link group on Facebook. Meagan: Yes. I love that community. Isn't it just amazing? Katie: Yeah, it's great. There's also another VBAC Facebook group that I loved as well. Meagan: Do you remember the name?Katie: I don't remember. Meagan: There are a few on there. We love– Katie: VBAC Support Group. Yeah, that one's great. Meagan: Awesome. Katie: Yeah, just believe in yourself. You can do it. You are a badass. Meagan: You are a badass and you can do it. I agree. We'll end on that note because that is such a true statement. Girl, you are amazing and I'm so grateful for you sharing these beautiful stories today. Katie: Thank you so much for having me.ClosingWould you like to be a guest on the podcast? Tell us about your experience at thevbaclink.com/share. For more information on all things VBAC including online and in-person VBAC classes, The VBAC Link blog, and Meagan's bio, head over to thevbaclink.com. Congratulations on starting your journey of learning and discovery with The VBAC Link.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-vbac-link/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Previewing the Northmen's game with Liberty

Welcome to your Daily Detroit! In today's episode, we dive into a variety of topics that have Detroit buzzing. We start with a discussion about the recent Detroit Economic Club speech by Donald Trump, which left many scratching their heads. We delve into the implications of his comments on tariffs and the economic realities they present. This was recorded during the speech, so we didn't hear live the other thing he said about Detroit. Next, we explore the vibrant new addition to Oak Park, Hanson's Hall, a cozy cocktail and beer spot that aims to be an extension of the community's living room. We discuss its unique charm and the local efforts to preserve urban fabric by reducing parking minimums. Then, we turn our attention to the potential relocation of Stellantis headquarters, with Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer in talks to keep them in the state. We examine the economic impact and the strategic considerations at play. We also talk the return of the iconic Post Bar to Detroit, reminiscing about its storied past and its upcoming revival. Plus, we share updates on the historic Lee Plaza building's redevelopment and the purchase of the old Dearborn Hyatt, pondering the potential for revitalization in these areas. COME MEET US IN PERSON: Join us for a fun-filled Happy Hour at The Congregation in Detroit on October 17th to celebrate over 1500 episodes of Daily Detroit. It's free to attend, but please RSVP on Eventbrite. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/celebrating-1500-episodes-daily-detroit-happy-hour-the-congregation-tickets-1025554359697?aff=oddtdtcreator SUPPORT THE PROJECT: We appreciate your support on Patreon, which helps us bring more local stories to life. Visit patreon.com/dailydetroit to become a member.  

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California's first human contracted bird flu cases in the Central Valley. Also, Iron Rose FC women's soccer goes undefeated in its inaugural year. Finally, a career workshop in Oak Park for middle and high school students. Bird Flu Cases in the Central Valley

Hemingway: Poeta enamorado y otros ensayos (DECO Mc Pherson S.A. 2020) de Carlos Peón Casas nos adentra en una zona poco explorada de la creación literaria de Ernest Hemingway. La monumental obra narrativa de Hemingway ha eclipsado un tanto su producción poética; este libro posee la virtud de enfatizar un recorrido lo más anecdótico posible sobre la génesis de la poesía de Ernest Hemingway sin excluir la explicación y la valoración interpretativas. La lírica de Hemingway, al participar de los rasgos esenciales de este género, tiene también un carácter confidencial, se enmarca así en los ejes imprescindibles de su biografía, con sucesos relevantes de su andadura personal. Al leer este libro vamos descubriendo poemas de su primerísima juventud en su natal Oak Park, pasando por la escritura subsiguiente en Chicago, los poemas-testimonios del descubrimiento apasionado y también languidecimiento de sus distintos amores, así como los textos que refieren su estancia en París como reportero del Toronto Star hasta su vida en la casa habanera de Finca Vigía, que habitara desde 1939. Hemingway: Poeta enamorado y otros ensayos revela una apoyatura vivencialmente intensa de su poesía, donde se amalgaman sus mejores afectos y sus peores pesadillas. Carlos A. Peón Casas es profesor en la Universidad de Camagüey. Entrevista realizada por Jeffrey Herlihy-Mera, Catedrático de Humanidades, Universidad de Puerto Rico-Mayagüez y Jorge A. Rodríguez Acevedo. Este podcast y el Instituto Nuevos Horizontes son patrocinados por la Mellon Foundation. Recursos mencionados en este episodio: El vino mejor: Ensayos sobre Ernest Hemingway, episiodio de Nuevos Horizontes. Complete poems / Ernest Hemingway, Nicholas Gerogiannis (Editor). Gaspar, El Lugareño. LA BITÁCORA: Un espacio para compartir sobre Ernest Hemingway. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Northmen's coach previews his team's game with Fort Osage

On this episode of the Passive Income Attorney Podcast, Seth is joined by commercial real estate pro Dan Lewkowicz as they talk about triple net retail and all things commercial real estate. Dan is a seasoned real estate veteran and is the Director of Sales at Encore Real Estate Investment Services. He answers all your burning questions about owning triple net retail assets like Walgreens and fast food restaurants, the future outlook of various commercial real estate assets, the Industrial Revolution 2.0 and how you can get started investing today. Enjoy the episode! “It's very important to educate yourself and to understand your asset class…partner up with a good broker who will help you to underwrite those leases and those properties.” HIGHLIGHTS: Here's a breakdown of what to expect in this episode: Dan's inflection point of initially getting into real estate How to jump from single family houses to institutional quality commercial real estate What is a triple net lease? Why you should invest in triple net retail assets Walking through a typical triple net retail deal Why Dan is bullish on triple net retail compared to other asset classes Is multifamily still a good investment? Current trends in the marketplace concerning retail and other asset types Industrial Revolution 2.0: the movement of products from online retailers And so much more!   ABOUT | DAN LEWKOWICZ: Dan Lewkowicz is a seasoned real estate veteran with over a decade of experience in many facets of the real estate industry. Starting his career “house hacking,” he quickly moved on to flip houses in and around metro Detroit. Eventually, he created a company called Renaissance Real Estate Ventures, specializing in the acquisition, financing, renovation, and resale of single-family residential properties in the booming city of Detroit, Michigan. Before joining Encore Real Estate Investment Services, Dan was a Senior Advisor at a national real estate brokerage specializing in commercial real estate investment sales. Dan is also a former business development executive for Amazon in Detroit, Michigan. Currently, Dan is director of investment sales at Encore Real Estate Investment Services and specializes in shopping centers, medical office buildings, industrial fulfillment centers, and automotive repair and parts stores. Of lesser-known fact, Dan possesses industry-leading knowledge on cannabis cultivation and its impact on the economy in general and industrial commercial real estate specifically. An expert on Multi-Family and the current economic undercurrents facing this asset class in today's #postcovid world, Dan often expresses the incredible opportunities for investors of all sizes. Dan resides in Oak Park, Michigan, and enjoys running, lifting weights, yoga, and playing acoustic guitar.   FIND | DAN LEWKOWICZ: LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/dan-lewkowicz-7118361 Podcast: https://www.nrmstreamcast.com/videos/dan-on-top/watch-dan-on-top/ Website: http://www.creprocourse.com ✈️ CONNECT | SETH BRADLEY:

In this episode, we connect with Alberto Ramos-Luz, a Research Officer in the Horticulture Development Department at Teagasc, based in Oak Park, Carlow, Ireland. Alberto is at the forefront of research aimed at advancing the apple-growing industry in Ireland. His work involves identifying apple varieties with the best market and agronomic traits and creating production protocols to ensure high yield, quality, and consistency… Alberto has been working with and studying apple trees since 2006. His specialties lie in temperate fruit crops, including apples and pears, tree management, training systems, and evaluation of cultivars and rootstocks.  After earning his qualifications as a Technologist in Fruit Crops in 2010, Alberto went on to pursue a master's in Plant Production in 2012 and completed his Ph.D. in 2016. He then worked as a postdoctoral associate at UDESC, where he focused on cutting-edge research in crop load management, studied how apple and pear trees perform when grafted onto different rootstocks, and trained in various systems. Hit play to hear Alberto's insights on:  The many different groups of horticulture. How pests impact apples and pears. The primary objectives of fruit breeding and genomics.  What “apple scab” is, and how it is mitigated with scientific methods.  The benefits of pruning crop trees.  You can find more information about Alberto and his work at Teagasc here! Episode also available on Apple Podcast: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

An Oak Park man was arrested Sunday afternoon after he shot two men at a tailgating spot in Eastern Market.  One man died. The other was last reported in critical condition.  WWJ's Jackie Paige has more in the WWJ All Local.  (Photo: Family and friends of a victims that were shot at a tailgating party for the Detroit Lions, wait for answers from Detroit Police, on Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024. © Kimberly P. Mitchell / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images)

Send us a textCheryl Wells Collins is an experienced educator and leader with over 40 years of service in under-resourced communities. She began her teaching career under Marva Collins at Westside Preparatory School, eventually moving into administrative roles. Cheryl has been recognized as the ELCA Principal of the Year and a National Distinguished Principal. As the CEO of a non-profit, she leads programs that provide quality, affordable education to Chicago's most vulnerable children. Cheryl is passionate about leadership development, believing that the best leaders emerge from within by focusing on personal growth first.She lives in Oak Park with her husband of 37 years, Eric, and is the proud mother of two successful adult children. Cheryl also offers coaching services for those dedicated to becoming impactful leaders from the inside out.Mentorship is key for leadership, offering guidance and support.Overcoming fear is crucial for growth and innovation.Fear is learned; failure builds resilience.Leadership means learning from mistakes and collaboration.True leadership empowers others and drives progress.Connect with Cheryl:Email: cherylwcollinscoaching@gmail.comCheryl's Thrive Tribe NewsEmpowered Educator Skool CommunityCalling All Educators! I started a community that will have resources, courses, articles, networking, and more. I am looking for members to help me build it with the most valuable resources. I would really appreciate your input as a teacher, leader, administrator, or consultant. You can find it here: www.skool.com/empowered-educator-007. www.skool.com/empowered-educator-007.Book: Educator to Entrepreneur: IGNITE Your Path to Freelance SuccessLet me help you determine the next steps in your career!Grab a complimentary POWER SessionWith Rubi.ai, you'll experience cutting-edge technology, research-driven insights, and efficient content delivery.email: melinda@empowereducator.comWebsite: www.empowereducator.com

Send us a textCheryl Wells Collins is an experienced educator and leader with over 40 years of service in under-resourced communities. She began her teaching career under Marva Collins at Westside Preparatory School, eventually moving into administrative roles. Cheryl has been recognized as the ELCA Principal of the Year and a National Distinguished Principal. As the CEO of a non-profit, she leads programs that provide quality, affordable education to Chicago's most vulnerable children. Cheryl is passionate about leadership development, believing that the best leaders emerge from within by focusing on personal growth first.She lives in Oak Park with her husband of 37 years, Eric, and is the proud mother of two successful adult children. Cheryl also offers coaching services for those dedicated to becoming impactful leaders from the inside out.Highlights:Cheryl's journey from educator to coach and consultant.The significance of transformation in personal and professional growth.How to embrace new opportunities to develop leadership skills.Cheryl's upcoming book on leadership from a Black woman's perspective.The evolving nature of purpose and passion over time.Connect with Cheryl:Email: cherylwcollinscoaching@gmail.comCheryl's Thrive Tribe NewsEmpowered Educator Skool CommunityCalling All Educators! I started a community that will have resources, courses, articles, networking, and more. I am looking for members to help me build it with the most valuable resources. I would really appreciate your input as a teacher, leader, administrator, or consultant. You can find it here: www.skool.com/empowered-educator-007. www.skool.com/empowered-educator-007.Book: Educator to Entrepreneur: IGNITE Your Path to Freelance SuccessLet me help you determine the next steps in your career!Grab a complimentary POWER SessionWith Rubi.ai, you'll experience cutting-edge technology, research-driven insights, and efficient content delivery.email: melinda@empowereducator.comWebsite: www.empowereducator.com

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Oasis ticket prices go crazy, Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift rumored relationship contract is not true, Bob Newhart tribute in Oak Park, and more!

In our latest episode of the 2024 Full Circle Men on the Move series, I had the pleasure of hosting Conrad Crump, a passionate community activist with deep Sacramento and Oak Park family roots. Conrad's journey is nothing short of inspiring—he's a proud UC Berkeley alum, holding a bachelor's degree and going on to earn a master's degree in public policy from USC. But his story doesn't stop there; he's transitioned into acting and honed his craft at the prestigious American Conservatory Theater.   During our conversation, Conrad shared his unwavering love for the Black community, highlighting the importance of giving back and uplifting those around us. He also spoke with pride about his most cherished role—being a father to two beautiful daughters.   Don't miss this insightful discussion! Tune in to the podcast now, look for Ms. Wanda's Full Circle Radio to hear more about Conrad's journey, his dedication to community, and his reflections on fatherhood.   For sponsorship opportunities, email us at fullcircle975@gmail.com   Support our show Sponsors Urban Advocates & Achievers (UAA) https://www.theurbanadvocates.org Tapping with Dr. Gigi https://tappingwithdrgigi.com/ Serendipity Innovation serendipityinnovation.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/iammswanda/support

Crain's residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin joins host Amy Guth to break down the latest Chicago real estate data.Plus: Johnson under pressure as budget gap could reach nearly $1 billion, Rivian net loss widens to $1.46 billion despite sales gains and cost cutting, Oak Park apartment complex sold to California investor and parent companies of Mariano's and Jewel pressured by investor group over abortion pill sales.

Crain's political columnist Greg Hinz talks with host Amy Guth about Joe Biden's exit from the 2024 presidential race, local support for Kamala Harris, her possible running mates and the upcoming DNC.Plus: Sterling Bay continues Fulton Market sell-off, California investor picks up Oak Park apartments for $60 million, ex-NBA owner in talks to buy distressed former Groupon HQ and the biggest bank in Chicago just keeps growing.

In this episode of the Becker's Healthcare Podcast, Scott Becker interviews Bruce Elegant, Adjunct Professor at Aurora University and retired President & CEO of Rush Oak Park. Bruce discusses his transition from hospital executive to educator, the evolving landscape of outpatient care, and the significant challenges in healthcare staffing.

Hi, Magic Monday listeners!  Later this week we'll be switching the feed for Magic Monday over to Natasha's current podcast, Getting to Know Woo.  If you're seeing this, it means you'll be automatically subscribed to Getting to Know Woo.  If you don't want to be, just unsubscribe on whatever podcast service you use.  Thank you for being  a loyal Magic Monday listener, and we hope you'll stick with us on Getting to Know Woo. -Producer Brett ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Get in, Woozers! We're doing a giveaway!  Anyone who leaves a review (or has left one already! (thanks!!)) for the show on Apple Podcasts by August 15 will be eligible to win a half-hour reading with Natasha. Host Natasha Levinger and her co-host/husband/producer, Brett are excited to discuss altars with Sarah Maher, owner of Village & Vessel, an online and brick & mortar metaphysical shop in Oak Park, IL. In this episode, they discuss: Natasha's recent depression Working through feelings of shame and perfectionism The importance of an outside perspective The question is already out there.  Now listen for the answer. How "just being" is an active state Natasha's encounter with a leprechaun.  Yes, a leprechaun Brett's skeptical part freaking out about the existence of leprechauns Looking forward to a time that all people are taught to trust and value their intuition "I am Jewish and whatever dimension I come from." - Natasha What does a world look like where everyone's subjective experience is valid? Recognizing black & white thinking as a sign of a trauma response When you bring something into your home, you are wanting to shift an energy You work with your altar and it works with you You can base your altar on anything: four elements, ancestors, a certain time period, a want Putting your altars to work Altar making workshops at Village & Vessel The necessity of ritual for altar work Spiritual tooth brushing Some ways to set up an altar for manifestation Feeling crystal vibrations for the first time Altars as a bridge between the physical and the spiritual What to do when you're done with a particular altar Don't worry: You're not doing crystals wrong How to reinvigorate an altar you're not connecting with any more A brief discussion of Ariana Madix and her amazing boundaries And more! Plus... Spots are open again for Awakening, Natasha's one-on-one mentor program.  Learn more at natashalevinger.com Get Natasha's book Healing Your Inner Child in paperback or audiobook today. Individual readings are available. Learn more or book one here Don't forget to rate/review us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and tell your friends about us Send questions, show topic suggestions, or  to gettingtoknowwoo@gmail.com   Sarah's info: Website: https://www.villageandvessel.com Instagram: @village_and_vessel Tiktok: @villageandvessel   Getting to Know Woo is a bi-weekly podcast dedicated to dispelling the rhetoric that so-called "woo-woo" practices such as energy work, energy healing, inner child healing, chakra clearing, and more are impractical and ineffective, and instead are pragmatic, transformative, and powerful.

Oak Park fire // The Rolling Stones, still as dangerous and vital as ever at SoFi Stadium // GUEST: Dean Sharp joins Tim in discussing what makes a home homey // Burglars slam car into shoe store in South LA smash-and-grab theft // Burglary trends shifts from businesses to homes // Burglary suspects break into Encino home with babysitter, kids inside //  

This week on Blocked and Reported, Jesse and Katie discuss how activists in Oak Park, Illinois, got got. Plus, Michael Moynihan spills the tea on Vice. Public lashes out at Oak Park library over management of Palestinian culture event - Wednesday JournalOak Park's library to implement anonymous staff survey amid leadership controversy  - Wednesday JournalOak Park library's board will decide whether the executive director can keep her job  - Wednesday Journal This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.blockedandreported.org/subscribe

Nick welcomes Monica Eng, from Axios.com, back to the podcast to discuss several Chicago-centric stories like: segregation in the CPS, a huge surge in Chicago biking (and personal stories about bike lanes and traffic), a report on the CTA, a brief history of Chinese food on the Southside, and a cicada report which includes stories of Sex Crazed Zombie Cicadas that are terrorizing the city (well, they're not really terrorizing the city...but, they do actually exist!). Then, Esmeralda Leon and Nick talk about goofy celebrities who like to pull crazy pranks (we're looking at you George Clooney), and they continue their taste-testing of snacks from Thailand. And Nick gives you the details about his upcoming screening of The Who's TOMMY at the Lake Theater in Oak Park, IL. [EP249]