Podcasts about objects

The smallest belongings can become the most powerful relics. As Palestinians are forced to flee again and again within the Gaza Strip and beyond, people carry personal items that hold deep meaning. In this episode, we explore the stories behind those objects in the midst of a war many are calling genocide. The Take is nominated for the Signal Awards in the Best Daily Podcast category. While we wait for the judges' decisions, you can help us win the listeners' vote. Vote for The Take for Best Daily Podcast. In this episode: Danya Issawi, Fashion News Writer, The Cut Episode credits: This episode was produced by Tracie Hunte, Noor Wazwaz and Sarí el-Khalili, with Phillip Lanos, Spencer Cline, Amy Walters, Duha Mosaad, Farhan Rafid, and our host, Malika Bilal. It was edited by Kylene Kiang. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. This episode was mixed by Joe Plourde. Our video editors are Hisham Abu Salah and Mohannad al-Melhem. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer. Ney Alvarez is Al Jazeera’s head of audio. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube

When we talk about slavery in Early America, we often focus on plantations: their large, fertile fields, their cash crops, and the people who labored on those fields to produce those cash crops under conditions of enslavement. But what about the ordinary objects that made slavery work? The shoes, axes, cloth, and hoes? What can these everyday objects reveal about the economic and social systems that sustained slavery in the early United States?  Seth Rockman, a Professor of History at Brown University and author of Plantation Goods: A Material History of Slavery, which was a finalist for the 2025 Pulitzer Prize in History, joins us to rethink how Northern manufacturing, labor, and commerce were entangled with the southern slave economy. Seth's Website | Book |Show Notes: https://www.benfranklinsworld.com/422 RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODES

"'Listen to this,' he said. What sounded like a wind chime filled the room, a wind chime on a farmhouse porch, restless in a shifting tempest. I could feel a change in barometric pressure and a subtle increase in humidity as the sound floated on the breeze. The feeling was vast and lonely as though isolated on an American prairie."   A recording engineer explores amazing new techniques. Can we capture the deep music made by nature? Can we invite the plants to help us? What could go wrong?

#paranormal #supernatural Multiple accounts of objects reappearing after being lost or having vanished, shadow figures seen by multiple people, and more true paranormal stories from the web. Please follow Jen, the Arcane Observer, who is now the official co-host of Salsido Paranormal; https://linktr.ee/jenniferhawkins_arcana Have you ever had an experience with the paranormal, supernatural, and / or unexplained, that you would like others to know about? If so, let me know. You can reach me at; salsidoparanormal@gmail.com Follow Mike, host of Troubled Minds Radio. https://www.troubledminds.org/ You can now listen to 2 episodes of the show every night at 6 pm Pacific / 9 pm Eastern on the Troubled Minds Radio Network KUAP-DB! https://www.troubledminds.org/ Also, if you or anyone you know should ever feel like there is no hope, or help, please consider the information in the link below. Special thanks to Michael Strange for putting this page together. https://www.troubledminds.net/help You can find all episodes, social media, and ways to support the show via the links below. https://www.salsidoparanormal.com/ https://allmylinks.com/salsidoparanor1 https://www.bonfire.com/store/salsido-paranormal/  

Learn more about our Overcoming The Darkness campaign: https://weirddarkness.com/hopeScientists, journalists, and priests have all witnessed the impossible: objects disappearing from locked containers and reappearing through solid walls.Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE for the ad-free version: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateTake the WEIRD DARKNESS LISTENER SURVEY and help mold the future of the podcast: https://weirddarkness.com/surveyIN THIS EPISODE: The scientist Isaac Newton is best known for his being the first to create the theory of gravity. But now we've learned it is very possible that would never have happened had this scientist not had a bit of sorcerer in him as well. (Ghosts, Gravity, and Isaac Newton) *** 
On Easter Sunday, 1475, in the city of Trent, a 2-year-old boy named Simon was found dead. This one act triggered a wave of anti-Semitism that wiped out a community of Jewish males and threatened the power of a pope. All from the death of one child. (History's Most Dangerous Toddler) *** "I am innocent, that mark of mine will NEVER be wiped out. It will remain forever to shame the county for hanging an innocent man…. " Alexander Campbell said these words on June 21, 1877 shortly before his hanging. And true to his word, the handprint he left behind refuses to fade away – no matter how hard people try to remove it. (The Reappearing Handprint) *** A century ago, in July 1920, The Illustrated Police News, ran a single story on its front page, complete with a drawing of a man lying on top of a woman, both surrounded in blood. But even more disturbing – a young boy, very much alive, and apparently watching the whole thing. (The Little Boy Who Watched His Parents Die) *** It took a while before the first woman to be hanged would take place in the USA – but in 1778 it finally happened. And her name was Bathsheba Spooner. (The Hanging of Bathsheba Spooner) *** I'll tell you about the sad death of John Sellers, which teaches us that if you must pass from this earthly realm, at least be considerate enough to do so in a way and at a time that is the most convenient for those around you. (A Case of Criminal Neglect) *** In October you can find haunted house attractions on just about every street corner, with a multitude of themes – haunted asylums, ghost hospitals, zombies in cellars, and hell houses. But in 1905, visitors to Coney Island were treated to a different kind of Hell attraction all year long, not just in October. It was a boat ride that, for the cost of one dime, was meant to literally scare the hell out of you. (Coney Island's Hell Gate) *** What type of person raises a young girl, telling everyone she is their daughter, and then years later marries her? That's just part of “The Disturbing Story of Sharon Marshall.” *** A man wakes up one morning to find his entire family has been handcuffed – and the paranormal is to blame! (Ghost Handcuffs Family) *** It has happened to all of us. Something will disappear, and then come back later or relocate to somewhere else before we find it again. It could be car keys or a wallet, or maybe an important paper. Why does this happen? (Just One Of Those Things) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Show Open00:04:18.505 = Just One Of Those Things (Disappearing Objects)00:31:03.937 = A Case Of Criminal Neglect ***00:40:06.234 = Coney Island's Hell Gate00:50:09.662 = Disturbing Story of Sharon Marshall ***01:13:10.301 = Ghost Handcuffs Family ***01:17:17.117 = Ghosts, Gravity, and Isaac Newton01:22:48.784 = History's Most Dangerous Toddler ***01:33:04.626 = The Reappearing Handprint01:41:16.917 = Little Boy Who Watched His Parents Die ***01:46:51.041 = Hanging of Bathsheba Spooner01:52:46.106 = Show Close*** = Commercial BreakSOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…Book: “Never At Rest: Isaac Newton Biography” by Richard Westfall: https://amzn.to/39sjNS7Book: “Ghostwalk” by Rebecca Stott: https://amzn.to/3eYzilNBook: “Trent 1475: Stories of a Ritual Murder Trial” by Po-Chia Hsia: https://amzn.to/3fTNnSSBook: “The Martyrdom of the Franciscans: Islam, the Papacy, and an Order of Conflict” by Christopher MacEvitt: https://amzn.to/39qHYjFBook: “Most Haunted Crime Scenes in The World” by David Pietras: https://amzn.to/2CYWNxTBook: “Murdered By His Wife” by Deborah Navas: https://amzn.to/2ZXkH5VBook: “Bathsheba Spooner: A Novel” by Deborah Navas: https://amzn.to/3fZMMiqBook: “JOTT: When Things Disappear… Then Come Back or Relocate… And Why It Really Happens” by Mary Rose Barrington: https://amzn.to/31v0Uv2“Ghosts, Gravity, and Isaac Newton” by Stuart Clark for The Guardian: https://tinyurl.com/yyuh7drh“History's Most Dangerous Toddler” by Candida Moss for The Daily Beast: https://tinyurl.com/yytph8ck“The Reappearing Handprint” by Ellen Lloyd for Ancient Pages: https://tinyurl.com/y6cxde8r“The Little Boy Who Watched His Parents Die” by Dr. Nell Darby for Criminal Historian: https://tinyurl.com/y4tzofj3“The Hanging of Bathsheba Spooner” posted at Executed Today: https://tinyurl.com/y267xktgEpisode: “How Do I Know If My House is Haunted”: https://weirddarkness.com/ismyhousehaunted/“A Case of Criminal Neglect” from London Overlooked: https://tinyurl.com/y37zxtsj“The Disturbing Story of Sharon Marshall” by Crystaldawn for Lost N Found blogs: https://tinyurl.com/y2vj6wex“Just One Of Those Things” by Malcolm Smith for Malcolm's Anomalies: https://tinyurl.com/y5z5h4da,https://tinyurl.com/y686fafc“Coney Island's Hell Gate” by Erin McCarthy for Mental Floss: https://tinyurl.com/yylh6ps6“Ghost Handcuffs Family” by Paul Seburn for Mysterious Universe: https://tinyurl.com/y6zltshh=====(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: October 20-21, 2020EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/VanishingObjectsABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.#Poltergeist #UnexplainedMysteries #ParanormalActivity #DisappearingObjects #TrueGhostStories

HEADLINE: Solving the Mystery of Bright Red Dots in the Early Universe GUEST NAME: Dr. Joel LejaSUMMARY: John Batchelor interviews Dr. Joel Leja about "little red dots"—extremely bright, mysteriously common objects discovered in the early universe by the James Webb Space Telescope. These enigmatic red dots appear to be early supermassive black holes, possibly tens of millions of solar masses, revealed by intensely hot gas swirling at tremendous velocities around them. Their unexpected abundance and size so close to the universe's beginning poses a fundamental challenge to current theories of cosmic evolution and black hole formation. The discovery suggests that supermassive black holes formed much earlier and more rapidly than previously thought possible, requiring astronomers to reconsider models of how the first galaxies and their central black holes emerged from the primordial darkness. Dr. Leja explains that while the JWST data strongly indicates these are black holes based on spectroscopic signatures, the mechanism that allowed such massive objects to form so quickly after the Big Bang remains one of astronomy's most perplexing new mysteries. The research highlights how advanced telescopes continue to overturn established assumptions about the early universe's structure and evolution.

HEADLINE: Solving the Mystery of Bright Red Dots in the Early Universe GUEST NAME: Dr. Joel LejaSUMMARY: John Batchelor interviews Dr. Joel Leja about "little red dots"—extremely bright, mysteriously common objects discovered in the early universe by the James Webb Space Telescope. These enigmatic red dots appear to be early supermassive black holes, possibly tens of millions of solar masses, revealed by intensely hot gas swirling at tremendous velocities around them. Their unexpected abundance and size so close to the universe's beginning poses a fundamental challenge to current theories of cosmic evolution and black hole formation. The discovery suggests that supermassive black holes formed much earlier and more rapidly than previously thought possible, requiring astronomers to reconsider models of how the first galaxies and their central black holes emerged from the primordial darkness. Dr. Leja explains that while the JWST data strongly indicates these are black holes based on spectroscopic signatures, the mechanism that allowed such massive objects to form so quickly after the Big Bang remains one of astronomy's most perplexing new mysteries. The research highlights how advanced telescopes continue to overturn established assumptions about the early universe's structure and evolution. HUBBLE

Heather Moser is a producer and researcher for the documentary film company Small Town Monsters and helped establish Small Town Monsters Publishing. She is also an adjunct professor and author who loves diving into all things spooky and strange! You can find some of her work in volumes 1,3,5, and 7 of the Feminine Macabre and you can hear her chatting with other storytellers on her podcast, The Lore You Know. She is also a co-host of the STM podcast Monsteropolis.Visit Small Town Monsters here: https://www.smalltownmonsters.com/Heather's podcast, The Lore You Know: https://theloreyouknow.podbean.com/Heather visits with Talking Weird to kick off our month of spooky shows in the lead-up to Halloween! She chats about her research and experiences with haunted dolls and cursed objects, the Bell Witch, and more!This is a spooky and fascinating episode with a great and knowledgable guest, that you do not want to miss!

PREVIEW HEADLINE: Solving the Mystery of Bright Red Dots in the Early Universe GUEST NAME: Dr. Joel Leja50 WORD SUMMARY: John Bachelor interviews Dr. Joel Leja about "little red dots"—bright objects common in the early universe. James Webb Space Telescope data suggests these may be early supermassive black holes revealed by hot, rapidly swirling gas. Finding such massive objects near the universe's beginning challenges existing theoretical models.

Kiwi Country: Rural New Zealand in 100 Objects is a new book by Te Radar and his wife Ruth Spencer. It's a charming tour of rural NZ, following the layout of a farm. There's a lot to unpack here... so we thought we'd get the author Radar on to talk us through some of it!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Tuesday, September 30th, A.D. 2025. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Kevin Swanson India's new anti-conversion law leads to 9 harassment cases against Christians India's Northwestern state of Rajasthan issued their Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion Bill in the state assembly on September 9th. And now, International Christian Concern reports at least nine documented incidents of harassment and assault on Christians over the last three weeks.  Atheist Bill Maher objects to Nigerian genocide against Christians Bill Maher, the well-known comedian and secular humanist commentator, took to his HBO show last Friday to complain about the lack of coverage about Christian persecution in Nigeria. MAHER: “If you don't know what's going on in Nigeria, you are in a bubble. And again, I'm not a Christian, but they are systematically killing the Christians in Nigeria. They've killed over 100,000 since 2009 they've burned 18,000 churches. These are Islamists, Boko Haram. “This is so much more of a genocide attempt than what is going on in Gaza. They are literally attempting to wipe out the Christian population of an entire country. Where are the kids protesting this?” (applause) GUEST: “No one will talk about it. So, thank you.” MAHER: “Absolutely!” Chinese Communists sentence Christian attorney 4 years in prison And, in China, the Communists sentenced a Christian attorney and defender of human rights to four years in prison for the charge of “picking quarrels and provoking trouble,” and “seriously damaging her country's image.”   Zhang Zhan has already served four years for the crime of reporting from Wuhan on the COVID-19 pandemic back in February of 2020.  Mormon president allowed sexually perverse to remain in good standing The President of the Mormon faith, based in Salt Lake City, Utah, went to meet his Maker, over the weekend. Russell Nelson was 101 years old. Under his watch, the Mormons changed their policies on homosexuality, allowing those living in sexually-perverted relationships and faux-marriages to remain members in good standing. The group also allowed for the Melchizedek blessing to be placed upon children adopted by homosexuals living together. Dr. Nelson is also credited with ridding them of the “Mormon” moniker, while building the internet URL: “churchofjesuschrist.org". Membership in Mormonism expanded from 4.5 million to 17.5 million members since Dr. Nelson joined the top-tier leadership in 1984. That's a 3-fold increase in 40 years.  That's about the same growth rate as the Jehovah Witnesses, with the JW's about half the size of the Mormons.  In the words of Jesus: “Every tree that does not bear good fruit is cut down and thrown into the fire. Therefore, by their fruits you will know them.” (Matthew 7:19) Ken Ham and Al Mohler honor Voddie Baucham's legacy Ken Ham, from Answers in Genesis, took to social media to say, he was “greatly saddened to hear the news that pastor and theologian Voddie Baucham had gone to be with the Lord.”  Ken called Voddie “a powerful voice for truth. a pioneer in challenging men to stand for Christ in leading their families. … No other voice had the impact his did to encourage the current generation to home educate their children—that they would know Christ and make him known. “Voddie called men to lead in family worship daily in their homes. He was a pioneer in bringing young people back into the churches to sit together as a family and witness their dads worship the Lord.” Al Mohler, the president of Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, also offered a tribute to Voddie Baucham on The Briefing. Listen. MOHLER: “Voddie Baucham died having done what the Lord called him to do. We're thankful for the power of his ministry and the clarity of his convictions. And it is a reminder to us that we must work, as Jesus said to His disciples, while it is day. Night is coming when no man can work. We'll pray for Voddie Baucham's widow and the entire family.” Plus, Masters Seminary shared a memorial on Facebook stating that “Voddie was a courageous shepherd, a bold defender of the true Gospel, and a beloved friend.” Lord: “Teach us to number our days that we may get a heart of wisdom.” And, just to remind us all, that this was the year that Phil Robertson, Pastor John MacArthur, Dr. James Dobson, Voddie Baucham, and Charlie Kirk died. Let us remember Moses's words in Psalm 90:12 -- “Teach us to number our days that we may get a heart of wisdom.” Artificial Intelligence the one bright spot in the economy In economic news today, the second quarter Gross Domestic Product in the United States registered a 3.8% improvement.  But that improvement, thus far this year, is attributed to Artificial Intelligence investment and tariffs. All other parts of the economy were down including personal consumption, business investment, housing, government and inventories. While the NASDAQ Index is up 5.7% for the month of September, investors are moving to gold and silver as a safe haven now.  Gold is up 10%, silver is up 15%, and Bitcoin is up 2%. Majority of top movies are R-rated Six out of the top seven movies this weekend are R-rated movies — mostly in the horror genre. And five out of six of last weekend's top box office favorites were also R-rated movies. R-rated movies netted four times the G-rated movie totals in 2007. This year, that ratio has increased to 100 times the G-rated movie totals. Neanderthals were fully human And finally, evolutionists are surprised to have found relations between the Neanderthals and the Chinese ancient human group called the Denisovans. A recent report cites interbreeding, according to the genome sequence. Although at one time considered a link in human evolution, now scientists realize that the Neanderthals were fully human. For example, according to the Institute for Creation Research, they “made tools to make other complex tools, buried their dead, had controlled use of fire, practiced religious ceremonies, used complex syntax in their spoken grammar, and played musical instruments.” Close And that's The Worldview on this Tuesday, September 30th, in the year of our Lord 2025. Follow us on X or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

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Barraclough interprets objects like reliquaries, initially used in Christian contexts to house relics. Norse raiders took these back to Norway, valuing the metal and jewels while often discarding the relics inside. These reliquaries were given as presents to women and passed down female generations, suggesting early raids were motivated by young men seeking wealth and status to attract wives and set up farmsteads. The conversation also covers pre-Christian belief systems, specifically a piece of human skull found in Denmark (Ribe, early 8th century) with runes carved on it. This object may have been an amulet intended to protect against malevolent supernatural beings like dwarves or elves, which were believed to cause sickness. 1904 VIKING AGE

View this video at https://macmost.com/place-objects-with-precision-in-mac-apps.html. Learn how you can use advanced techniques to place objects exactly where you want them in apps like Pages, Keynote, Freeform, Preview and even third-party graphics and design apps.

Knowing all the information and having all the coolest and best gear does not means your shop will succeed. For the purpose of todays conversation let's just say all the things we assemble under the roof of out shop are just the bricks. What's the mortar that holds t all together? People! Today we get to chat all about how to focus on people to fuel the best retail experience for both staff and customers alike w/ Mike Cosentino! Mike Cosentino, CEO of Big Peach. Big Peach is one of the largest and most recognized specialty retailers in North America, with business units spanning the Specialty Running (Big Peach Running Co.) and Bicycling (Big Peach Ride + Run) retail segments. Headquartered in Atlanta, the company serves athletes and fitness enthusiasts of every level beyond its brick-and-mortar locations through a dynamic e-commerce platform (BigPeachRunningCo.com) and innovative mobile retail experience (Big Peach On-Wheels). His new book, It's Not the Bricks, It's the Mortar: Optimize Your Retail Business for Lasting Success offers a battle-tested framework for service-driven retail organizations… from a current operator. No formalities. No fluff. This is not content from an academic researcher, industry consultant or ghostwriter. This is entrepreneur Mike Cosentino sharing powerful lessons from decades of experience, while still leading his own retail enterprises. Whether accelerating growth or withstanding the unexpected, his systems favor the confident empowerment of others – – while disfavoring the constant oversight often required by most leaders. The book includes two life-altering personal events that every reader will relate to, reminding us that success in this industry can't be achieved on hustle alone. Related episodes! 446: Building a People-First Coffee Tech Culture w/ Jason “Double J” Johnson, Black Rabbit Service Co. 416 : People-First Principles for Growing Your Shop w/ Mike McFall of Biggby Coffee 394 : Happy Coffee People w/ Wendelien van Bunnik 194 : Encore Episode! Leadership in the Cafe: 10 Steps to being a People First Leader | Aired January 17 2017 People…not Objects 430 : Embracing “Unreasonable Hospitality” w/ Will Guidara | Thank You NYC + The Welcome Conference   KEY HOLDER COACHING GROUPS!  Are you a coffee shop owner looking to join a community of other owners to help bring perspective, insight, encouragement, and accountability in a well curated setting?  Then you need to apply to join Key holder Coaching Groups!  Applications are now open for fall 2025 Cohort: Click below to learn more: APPLY TO KEY HOLDER COACHING GROUPS   KEYS TO THE SHOP ALSO OFFERS 1:1 CONSULTING AND COACHING! If you are a cafe owner and want to work one on one with me to bring your shop to its next level and help bring you joy and freedom in the process then email  chris@keystothshop.com of book a free call now:  https://calendly.com/chrisdeferio/30min      SPONSORS Want a beautiful coffee shop? All your hard surface, stone, Tile and brick needs!  www.arto.com Visit @artobrick The world loves plant based beverages and baristas love the Barista Series!  www.pacificfoodservice.com    

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Cristina Gomez covers the latest reports of emergency meetings in Europe regarding mysterious objects that have been labelled 'Mystery Drones' surging in appearances over airports and military bases, and other UFO news.To see the VIDEO of this episode, click or copy link - https://youtu.be/KVgxojth13kVisit my website with International UFO News, Articles, Videos, and Podcast direct links -www.ufonews.co00:00 - 500 Drone Sightings in 24 Hours00:43 - Denmark Declares Hybrid Attack04:18 - Copenhagen Airport Shutdown05:22 - Officials Admit They're Confused06:47 - Ross Coulthart: "Not Drones"Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/strange-and-unexplained--5235662/support.

Many of us like to visit museums to see ancient artefacts in person – it's an exciting way to learn about the history and culture of different civilisations. But did you know that there are criminal networks which steal and trade these ancient objects? Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.Find a full transcript, worksheet and interactive quiz for this episode at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2025/ep-250925 THE LONDON LETTER CHALLENGE for elementary learners: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the_london_letter_challenge/ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newsletters FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followus LIKE PODCASTS? Try some of our other popular podcasts including: ✔️ Learning English Stories ✔️ Learning English from the News ✔️ Learning English for Work They're all available by searching in your podcast app.

Tell me what's on your mind.In our last episode, I told you about social engineering -- how a con artist's patter can convince you to do anything. But sometimes props are needed to make that tale seem more real.In this episode we talk about the devices and distractions tricksters use to keep you from noticing your money is slipping from your fingers. 

Cristina Gomez covers new incidents involving mysterious objects that have been labeled as drones yet have demonstrated technological abilities beyond known drone technology that just caused chaos with airport shutdowns in Denmark and Norway, and other UFO news updates.To see the VIDEO of this episode, click or copy link - https://youtu.be/MG2OQWahVAEVisit my website with International UFO News, Articles, Videos, and Podcast direct links -www.ufonews.co00:00 Nordic Airport Shutdowns00:43 New Jersey Parallels02:16 Official Response Playbook04:07 Denmark's Previous Encounters05:33 NATO Article 4 Response06:21 Airports Under ThreatBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/strange-and-unexplained--5235662/support.

In this episode, we dive deep into spiritual warfare, exorcism, generational curses, and deliverance with a special returning guest. Together, we unpack his brand-new book Spiritual Warfare Q&A published by TAN Books — a Catholic reference guide that answers hundreds of real-world questions about demons, angels, exorcism, haunted houses, cursed objects, and the priesthood's authority in spiritual combat.

Objects of the Damned: Curses, Dolls, and Haunted RelicsFrom pharaoh's tombs to porcelain dolls that whisper misfortune, humanity has always feared that objects can carry something more than memory. In this episode of Juxtaposition, we explore the world of cursed relics — swords that demanded blood, dolls that answer letters, treasures that leave only ruin, and paintings so feared they were banned from homes. Are these objects truly cursed, or are they mirrors of our own guilt, fear, and superstition? Step into the reliquary of the damned and decide for yourself.

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(music) (10 hours) STREAMING – Monday's Boring Objects - LMBYTS #1436 - 22nd September 2025 by Jason Newland

You might assume that your toilet bowl is the dirtiest place in your flat or house, but in fact that's pretty far from the truth. Our homes are actually filled with items that are perfect hosts for germs and bacteria, and sometimes it's the objects you least suspect. For example those in your kitchen or bathroom in particular. According to BBC Food, the domestic kitchen is to blame for a fair share of the 2.4 million cases of food poisoning that occur in the UK each year. What's the dirtiest item in the kitchen then? What other items should I be cleaning more often? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠Which are the dirtiest parts of our bodies?⁠ ⁠What's the ideal temperature to stay healthy at home?⁠ ⁠Why should you be happy to see spiders in your home?⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast, written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 16/9/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! What happens when a haunting isn't just eerie—but violent? As a child, Jeff Konkel and his family endured two months in a house that seemed alive with rage. Objects didn't just move—they were weaponized. Bee-bees shot through the air with the force of a rifle. Kitchen knives buried themselves deep into solid oak cabinets. And at night, a grown man was yanked off his bed by an unseen force. This wasn't imagination. It was an assault from something beyond. And it left Jeff with more than just terrifying memories—it left him with a lifelong mission to seek answers. Why are we surrounded by forces we cannot see? What drives some spirits to lash out violently while others linger quietly in the shadows? In this episode of The Grave Talks, Jeff Konkel shares his story of survival, trauma, and discovery. This is more than a ghost story—it's the tale of a haunting that changed everything. This is Part Two of our conversation. #HauntedHouse #ParanormalTrauma #TheGraveTalks #GhostStories #ViolentHaunting #JeffKonkel #RealGhostStories #UnseenForces #HauntedPlaces #Poltergeist Love real ghost stories? Don't just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story:

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! What happens when a haunting isn't just eerie—but violent? As a child, Jeff Konkel and his family endured two months in a house that seemed alive with rage. Objects didn't just move—they were weaponized. Bee-bees shot through the air with the force of a rifle. Kitchen knives buried themselves deep into solid oak cabinets. And at night, a grown man was yanked off his bed by an unseen force. This wasn't imagination. It was an assault from something beyond. And it left Jeff with more than just terrifying memories—it left him with a lifelong mission to seek answers. Why are we surrounded by forces we cannot see? What drives some spirits to lash out violently while others linger quietly in the shadows? In this episode of The Grave Talks, Jeff Konkel shares his story of survival, trauma, and discovery. This is more than a ghost story—it's the tale of a haunting that changed everything. #HauntedHouse #ParanormalTrauma #TheGraveTalks #GhostStories #ViolentHaunting #JeffKonkel #RealGhostStories #UnseenForces #HauntedPlaces #Poltergeist Love real ghost stories? Don't just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story:

Objects and entities drift in from the in-between, each carrying whispers of where they've been. Apple/iTunes Spotify Libsyn

Jim is joined by paranormal investigators and real-life couple Cody Ray DesBiens and Satori Hawes — known from Ghost Hunters, TAPS, and their paranormal investigations. Together, they share how their paths crossed through the world of the unexplained and how their relationship has become inseparable from their paranormal work. Cody and Satori take us inside The Paranormal Couple's Haunted Museum of Objects, Oddities, and Curiosities, where they curate hundreds of items linked to strange, eerie, and sometimes heartwarming experiences. From dolls that move on their own, to cursed artifacts like a monkey's paw, to objects infused with love and intention, they explain how ordinary antiques can hold extraordinary stories. We also discuss their book, Archives of the Paranormal: Case Files from The Paranormal Couple's Haunted Museum, which collects some of their most fascinating cases and experiences with haunted relics. Along the way, we explore: -The story of the doll that wouldn't stay gone. -Why not everything “haunted” is negative. -What it's like to fall in love while ghost hunting. -How haunted objects can sometimes comfort rather than terrify. -Why respect — not provocation — is the key to investigating the unknown. Whether you're fascinated by cursed relics, intrigued by haunted love stories, or curious about the reality behind Ghost Hunters and TAPS, this conversation offers a unique peek into the lives of two investigators whose passion for the paranormal is matched only by their love for each other. You can find their book on Amazon at https://amzn.to/4nsMIdn Cody & Satori even have more appearances than we discussed at time of recording. Check them out here: https://paranormalcouple.com/events Thanks Cody & Satori! -- Note: Thumbnail artwork was created with the help of generative AI tools. All video/audio content is original. – Join Jim's Spooky Studio Plus Club for exclusive content and 20 years of show archives: ⁠⁠⁠https://jimharold.com/plus⁠⁠⁠ – Get Your Spooky Merch at our Mausoleum of Merch at ⁠⁠https://jimharold.com/merch⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(music) #1432 Let me bore you to sleep | Monday's Boring Objects by Jason Newland

Send Laurie a message! BONUS MATERIAL and email subscriber list available here:https://americanenglishexpressions.com/Support the show! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/laurieaeeYouTube: @AmericanEnglishExpressionsInstagram: americanenglishexpressions1Email: Laurie@AmericanEnglishExpressions.comIn this episode, you'll learn five common expressions in five minutes: to be on (or off) the hook, it's like looking for a needle in a haystack, a double-edged sword, to bury the hatchet, and to buckle down.Every expression is clearly explained with real life examples to help you remember them. Happy listening! Support the show

Inglewood, California, 1956. What began as a new start for the Long family quickly turned into one of the most chilling hauntings ever whispered about in American suburbia. This is the true story of a four-year ordeal filled with poltergeist activity, ghostly footsteps, moving objects, and a face pressed against the window that would keep the children awake in terror. For Don Long and his siblings, the nightmare began with scratching sounds under their army surplus bunk beds. The noise would move across the room, from wall to wall, as if invisible claws were raking the wood. Soon, the scratching was joined by footsteps — frail, dragging, swish-swish footsteps that shuffled down the hall after midnight. Doors opened on their own. Objects flew across rooms. And then came the infamous night when a basketball dropped from a closet and began dribbling by itself. But the haunting reached its peak in 1958 when Don and his brother saw her: the apparition of an old woman in a white lace wedding dress, staring at them through the window of a locked shed. They later discovered the dress belonged to Mrs. Dillon, the previous owner's grandmother, who had died in that very house. The face they saw matched her photograph. Was this the spirit of Mrs. Dillon? A violent poltergeist feeding on fear? Or something darker still? The Long family lived it, survived it, and decades later, they still remember every sound and shadow. #truehaunting #ghoststory #paranormal #poltergeist #hauntedhouse #realhaunting #ghostbride #paranormalactivity #trueghoststories #creepy #supernatural #InglewoodHaunting Love real ghost stories? Don't just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story:

Inglewood, California, 1956. What began as a new start for the Long family quickly turned into one of the most chilling hauntings ever whispered about in American suburbia. This is the true story of a four-year ordeal filled with poltergeist activity, ghostly footsteps, moving objects, and a face pressed against the window that would keep the children awake in terror. For Don Long and his siblings, the nightmare began with scratching sounds under their army surplus bunk beds. The noise would move across the room, from wall to wall, as if invisible claws were raking the wood. Soon, the scratching was joined by footsteps — frail, dragging, swish-swish footsteps that shuffled down the hall after midnight. Doors opened on their own. Objects flew across rooms. And then came the infamous night when a basketball dropped from a closet and began dribbling by itself. But the haunting reached its peak in 1958 when Don and his brother saw her: the apparition of an old woman in a white lace wedding dress, staring at them through the window of a locked shed. They later discovered the dress belonged to Mrs. Dillon, the previous owner's grandmother, who had died in that very house. The face they saw matched her photograph. Was this the spirit of Mrs. Dillon? A violent poltergeist feeding on fear? Or something darker still? The Long family lived it, survived it, and decades later, they still remember every sound and shadow. #truehaunting #ghoststory #paranormal #poltergeist #hauntedhouse #realhaunting #ghostbride #paranormalactivity #trueghoststories #creepy #supernatural #InglewoodHaunting Love real ghost stories? Don't just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story:

It begins with laughter—bizarre dreams, even surreal ones of hanging out with the Kardashians. But the tone shifts when Candace calls with her own haunting. A bottle of wine mysteriously appears inside her washing machine. Garage lights flicker wildly, then shut off for good when she commands, “Grandma, knock it off.” Footsteps thunder across the floor when no one is awake. Candace believes it's her grandmother—playful, protective, never cruel. Yet as the hosts note, sometimes we give unknown forces a familiar name because it feels safer than facing what they truly might be. Then comes a darker tale—one of obsession, possession, and fear. A childhood séance in the woods unleashes something a boy named Lee calls Xny. At first, it seems like a game: rolling eyes, strange symbols, eerie voices on the phone. But terror follows. Blue figures flicker in the shadows. Objects hurl from walls. Lee knows things no one told him. And then—Heather, the girl he pined for, collapses, gasping for breath as invisible hands strangle her. The darkness doesn't end there. Automatic writing, demonic voices, and phantom figures stalk the group until Lee vanishes overseas. Letters arrive—each darker than the last—before suddenly stopping. Years later, a collect call comes. It's Lee, alive in a mental institution, still carrying the shadow of whatever began in those woods. Was it mental illness, mass hysteria—or something truly inhuman that took hold of a teenage boy? Whether it's a grandmother's lighthearted pranks or a force born of ritual and obsession, this episode reminds us: the line between imagination and the paranormal is fragile, and terrifyingly easy to cross. #HauntedChildhood #RealGhostStories #ParanormalActivity #DemonicPossession #HauntedHouse #SeanceGoneWrong #GhostVoices #GrandmaGhost #ShadowFigures #CreepyStories Love real ghost stories? Don't just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story:

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Today is a mini bonus episode with one of my favorite humans ever  Artist Blaine Halvorson owner and creator of Made Worn T-Shirt company. Blaine has a very special event this Thursday night in Los Angeles at LA Modern where he will be auctioning off some of the rarest Rock n Roll T Shirts ever. Sit down and enjoy our conversation on how this all came about. Dive into the raw energy and rebellion of rock n' roll history with Beauty & Imperfections | The Blaine Halvorson Collection: Rare Rock T-Shirts on September 12th. From backstage exclusives and tour merch to early fan club rarities, these shirts embody the spirit of the artists, bands, and musical movements that shaped pop culture from the 1960s to the 1990s. Collected over the course of more than three decades by artist and designer Blaine Halvorson, the selection features holy grails like Ritva Man Rolling Stones appliqué sweaters and an original Fillmore West basketball jersey alongside authentic tees for AC/DC, The Beatles, Blondie, Bob Dylan, Grateful Dead, Jimi Hendrix, KISS, Madonna, Metallica, Run-D.M.C., Rolling Stones, Sex Pistols, Neil Young, and many more. Whether made for a world tour or breakthrough album, each piece stands as a fashion statement and cultural artifact charged with its moment in history.  Auction / Los Angeles 12 September 2025 2 pm pacific Reception / Los Angeles 11 September 2025 5 pm pacific Preview / Los Angeles 2 – 11 September 2025 10 am – 4 pm, Mon – Fri For additional information info@lamodern.com 323 904 1950

They live above the dead. And the dead still walk below. In this unforgettable episode of Real Ghost Stories Online, host Carol Hughes takes us deep into a paranormal hotspot unlike any other—a former funeral home built in the 1880s. Now converted into apartments and businesses, this building has a long, buried history that still echoes through its walls… and tunnels. Yes—tunnels. Because underneath this Midwestern town runs an underground network once used by the Underground Railroad, Al Capone, and God knows what else. The basement remains untouched, cobblestone-lined, with an original casket elevator and the scent of hay still embedded in its walls from its days housing horses for funeral processions. Carol's nephew Giovanni lives in the upstairs apartment. His roommate? A shadowy female presence he's named Chelsea. From the moment he moved in, strange things began: doors stuck shut, ceiling fan chains swinging violently with no wind, and a full-bodied apparition of a woman with a large bun walking across the kitchen. Downstairs, staff experience memory lapses in the backroom—a “portal spot” where people forget why they entered the room mid-step. Objects crash with no cause. And the basement? Everyone avoids it. After a window mysteriously slammed on someone's hand, the room has been considered off-limits. With residual grief, intelligent spirits, and a connection to both historical trauma and organized crime, this building is a perfect storm of paranormal activity. #RealGhostStories #HauntedFuneralHome #GhostRoommate #ParanormalApartment #CasketElevator #HauntedBasement #SpiritOfChelsea #GhostEncounters #UndergroundTunnels #RealHaunting #HauntedBuilding #ParanormalPodcast Love real ghost stories? Don't just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story:

It begins with laughter—bizarre dreams, even surreal ones of hanging out with the Kardashians. But the tone shifts when Candace calls with her own haunting. A bottle of wine mysteriously appears inside her washing machine. Garage lights flicker wildly, then shut off for good when she commands, “Grandma, knock it off.” Footsteps thunder across the floor when no one is awake. Candace believes it's her grandmother—playful, protective, never cruel. Yet as the hosts note, sometimes we give unknown forces a familiar name because it feels safer than facing what they truly might be. Then comes a darker tale—one of obsession, possession, and fear. A childhood séance in the woods unleashes something a boy named Lee calls Xny. At first, it seems like a game: rolling eyes, strange symbols, eerie voices on the phone. But terror follows. Blue figures flicker in the shadows. Objects hurl from walls. Lee knows things no one told him. And then—Heather, the girl he pined for, collapses, gasping for breath as invisible hands strangle her. The darkness doesn't end there. Automatic writing, demonic voices, and phantom figures stalk the group until Lee vanishes overseas. Letters arrive—each darker than the last—before suddenly stopping. Years later, a collect call comes. It's Lee, alive in a mental institution, still carrying the shadow of whatever began in those woods. Was it mental illness, mass hysteria—or something truly inhuman that took hold of a teenage boy? Whether it's a grandmother's lighthearted pranks or a force born of ritual and obsession, this episode reminds us: the line between imagination and the paranormal is fragile, and terrifyingly easy to cross. #HauntedChildhood #RealGhostStories #ParanormalActivity #DemonicPossession #HauntedHouse #SeanceGoneWrong #GhostVoices #GrandmaGhost #ShadowFigures #CreepyStories Love real ghost stories? Don't just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story:

The Can Sack Ghost, John's fifth book, is equal parts paranormal memoir and cosmic philosophy. John is a natural storyteller, and his stories are as entertaining as any you'd hear around a campfire on a dark summer night. Yet what makes these stories special is that John looks for the deeper meaning behind his psychic encounters. He raises questions on dozens of topics, from the true meaning of skepticism to the spiritual implications of AI." - Martha C. Lawrence, author of Murder in Scorpio.In his latest book, The Can Sack Ghost, John Russell returns with more true and enthralling ghost stories, spiritual insights, and paranormal adventures. John reveals what it took for him to become a Certified T.A.R.O.T. Master, and he discusses some of his more memorable Tarot readings, including some that took a comedic turn. He discusses the ghostly visitations in his New York home, featuring a spirit communication with a haunted trick-or-treat Halloween candy bowl.His psychometry session with an ancient Greek coin revealed disappointing information. A dramatic psychic reading he gave in an old-school, authentic New York tavern prompted the recipient to immediately phone his mother in England. And of course the story about the book's namesake, the can sack ghost, an entity that kept the entire household entertained with its playful antics. Enjoy these and many other intriguing accounts of the unknown.BioJohn Russell has been a professional psychic for over 50 years.  Internationally known, he has provided psychic readings for thousands of clients in over 40 countries.  For over 18 years he has been a popular featured guest, heard worldwide, on numerous radio shows and podcasts, including 13 appearances on Coast to Coast AM with George Noory.  His books have all won multiple awards.Also by John Russell and available on Amazon:  Riding with Ghosts, Angels, and the Spirits of the Dead — A Knock in the Attic — 20 Ways to Increase Your Psychic Abilitieshttps://atdaylong.tripod.com/AUTHOR.htmlhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FFLX1YCV https://www.pastliveshypnosis.co.uk/https://www.patreon.com/ourparanormalafterlifeMy book 'Verified Near Death Experiences' https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DXKRGDFP

The Wailin' Jennys have been singing together for more than two decades - recording albums, touring the world, and filling venues large and small. After all these years, the trio—Ruth Moody, Heather Masse, and Nicky Mehta—have reached both a plateau and an inflection point. What's it like for a musical group that's been together for that long; for singers who've found such perfect vocal harmony for one another? How do they each think of songwriting, and of creative work in general? On their recent west coast tour, they stopped by the studio for a chat about those things and more.THE WAILIN' JENNYS ARE:Ruth Moody - Banjo, Guitar, VocalsNicky Mehta - Guitar, Drums, VocalsHeather Masse - Bass, VocalsFeaturing excerpts from the Jennys' albums Bright Morning Stars, iTunes Session - EP, 40 Days, and FirecrackerFEATURED/DISCUSSED:"Total Eclipse of the Heart" by Jim Steinman, sung by Bonnie Tyler and Rory Dodd"Paradise by the Dashboard Light," "I'd Do Anything For Love (But I Won't Do That)," "Objects in the Rearview Mirror May Appear Closer Than They Are" - by Jim Steinman sung by Meat Loaf"Closer To Fine" and "Love's Recovery" by Indigo Girls from Indigo Girls, 1989Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear by Elizabeth Gilbert, 2016Kirk's essay on creativity, "Follow The Spark"Jeff Tweedy talking songwriting on The Ezra Klein Show"What Am I Here For" by Jade BirdMUSIC PICKS:Heather: Bonny Light Horseman, Keep Me On Your Mind/Set You Free, 2024Ruth: Aaron Neville, "Louisiana 1927"Nicky: Afghan Whigs, Black Love ----LINKS-----