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Speaker: Adam GoshallSeries: 2 Thessalonians: Be Faithful Until Chris ReturnsText: 2 Thessalonians 2:1-12Theme: Amid the uncertainty of the "end times," be faithful until Jesus comes One: You can be certain that the Devil is at work in the world. His work is characterized by deception, rebellion, & lawlessness. The believer is tempted with confusion & concern. The unbeliever is tempted to embrace lies & to enjoy evil. Two: You can be certain that Jesus is coming in total victory. God is in control of present victory. God is control of future vicroty. Applications: Resist evil with holiness. Resist discouragement with hope. Now concerning the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ...let no one deceive you in any way... ~ 2 Thessalonians 2:1-3
Send us a text✨ New Series: Trials to Trails ✨In this powerful first episode, Jennie opens up about her personal journey with depression, therapy, and healing through Christ. She shares how the Lord guided her to the right therapist, what she's learned through Internal Family Systems therapy, and how she's found deep emotional and spiritual healing by inviting the Savior into her pain.This conversation is raw, sacred, and full of hope—a reminder that our trials can become trails leading us back to Jesus.
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Send us a textTara and EmKay wrap up their journey into the bulk of season 6: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: Part I"! In this episode they are joined by return guest Caroline Norton to dive into the deleted scenes! Join for a discussion of the ten deleted scenes, opinions on which ones deserved to stay in, Caroline's fan writing, and more.Show notes:"Wicked The Musical" - The Movie (2024/2025) - DTYBPWhat Are the Wicked Deleted Scenes? (And Where You Can Watch Them)'Wicked's Director Reveals Which Deleted Scene He Wishes Would Have Made the Final Cut — and It's Not the One You're Thinking OfWildest DreamingsUltimate Oz Universe@mrscscozycraftsInstagram: @downtheyellowbrickpod#DownTheYBPTara: @taratagticklesEmKay: www.emilykayshrader.netPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/downtheyellowbrickpodEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/market/down_the_yellow_brick_podMusic by: Shane ChapmanEdited by: Emily Kay Shrader Down the Yellow Brick Pod: A Wizard of Oz Podcast preserving the history and legacy of Oz
Send us a textTara and EmKay wrap up their journey into the bulk of season 6: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: Part I"! In this episode they are joined by return guest Caroline Norton to dive into the deleted scenes! Join for a discussion of the ten deleted scenes, opinions on which ones deserved to stay in, favorite moments, and more.Stay tuned for Part 2 of this episode dropping this Wednesday!Show notes:"Wicked The Musical" - The Movie (2024/2025) - DTYBPWhat Are the Wicked Deleted Scenes? (And Where You Can Watch Them)'Wicked's Director Reveals Which Deleted Scene He Wishes Would Have Made the Final Cut — and It's Not the One You're Thinking OfWildest DreamingsInstagram: @downtheyellowbrickpod#DownTheYBPTara: @taratagticklesEmKay: www.emilykayshrader.netPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/downtheyellowbrickpodEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/market/down_the_yellow_brick_podMusic by: Shane ChapmanEdited by: Emily Kay Shrader Down the Yellow Brick Pod: A Wizard of Oz Podcast preserving the history and legacy of Oz
Mary Jeannine Little, CIHtWebsite: https://stan.store/OnlyOnenessIsMary Jeannine Little is a Certified Clinical, Transpersonal, and Interpersonal Hypnotherapist, spiritual coach, author, and songwriter devoted to helping others remember the truth of who they are.She is the author of The One You've Always Been: The First Step to Living Your Infinite Truth—a guide for those who know Oneness is real, but still feel stuck in fully living it. Her work gently bridges the gap between spiritual insight and daily embodiment, offering practical tools for releasing old beliefs, dissolving inner conflict, and returning to peace.In addition to her transformative coaching and hypnotherapy work, Mary is a passionate songwriter. She has created a growing collection of original songs that speak to the journey of awakening, self-remembrance, and spiritual integration. Her music spans multiple genres—including dance, indie, country western, hip hop, punk rock, and gentle inspirational styles—so listeners can receive truth in the musical language their soul responds to. These sacred songs of remembrance will soon be available on Spotify.Mary's offerings—meditations, courses, music, and more—can be explored at
In this episode of Choosing to Stay, certified relational and recovery coaches Halle Roddick and Stephanie Hamby continue their multi-part series on attachment styles, focusing on secure attachment — what it looks like, how it develops, and why it's a vital goal after infidelity and betrayal.They explore:What attachment theory is and the four main styles (secure, anxious, avoidant, disorganized)How secure attachment shows up in healthy romantic relationshipsWhy betrayal ruptures both real and perceived secure attachmentsThe importance of building self-secure attachment before working on relational repairPractical ways to cultivate internal safety, self-worth, and groundednessThe role of individual healing work for both the betrayed partner and the one seeking recoveryHow rupture and repair cycles strengthen trust in secure relationshipsResources Mentioned:You Are the One You've Been Waiting For – Richard Schwartz (Book Link)No Bad Parts – Richard Schwartz (Book Link)Altogether You – Jenna Riemersma (Book Link)Help.Her.Heal – Carol J. Sheets (Book Link)Internal Family Systems (IFS) Institute (Website)Connect with Us: Follow the podcast for candid discussions on healing, growth, and the journey of choosing to stay after betrayal.Your Hosts:Hali RoderickCertified Relational Recovery CoachTICC, ACC, APSATS CPC, ERCEM-C, Brainspotting PractitionerRead Hali's BioStephanie HambyCertified Relational Recovery CoachMCLC, ACC, APSATS CPC, ERCEM-CRead Stephanie's BioWe look forward to journeying with you!
You Are the One You've Been Waiting For Let's explore. The almighty Spiritual AwakeningYah - I think we get it. We feel it.....And then what??Beloved.......Let's take a moment and really ask ourselves: Who do I want to become? What do I want to do, to have, or to experience—if I set aside all the outside expectations, labels, or pressures that suggest I shouldn't want more?So often, we're conditioned to hold back our desires, to be overly responsible, to keep everything predictable, and to please everyone else but ourselves. We end up managing and performing, rather than really living. But let's be clear: Each of us has the right to want. We shouldn't let any social norm or old story convince us otherwise. Today, I invite you to claim this right, and start building boundaries that protect your true desires.And here's where imagination comes in. Imagination is powerful—it's what lets us dream beyond today, to see and feel a new possibility for ourselves before it appears in reality. When we give ourselves space to imagine—and the strength to say “no” to what doesn't align with us—we start designing a life that feels meaningful and alive.This is the foundation of real aliveness: holding space for both safety and freedom. True fulfillment isn't about eliminating all unpredictability or arranging everything in perfect order. It's about trusting ourselves enough to move forward even when things are uncertain. It's about honoring both our need for roots and our impulse for exploration.We get to choose a path that isn't boxed in by fear, old habits, or the need to control every outcome. Instead, we can move forward by trusting ourselves to handle whatever comes, knowing that real growth comes from stepping into the unknown.This is the approach I am committed to—helping create spaces where people feel both secure in who they are, and free to grow, explore, and imagine more for themselves. It's about valuing imagination as much as certainty, and about daring to claim our desires, set boundaries, and welcome possibility.As you move forward, I encourage you to embrace both safety and freedom, to trust your own resilience, to protect your right to want, and to nurture your imagination. That's the foundation of a truly alive and meaningful life.You woke up.You saw through the illusion.You broke the spell - and continue to.You're taking back your power, bit by bit.So why does it still feel like you're stuck?You're not lost.You're not broken.And you're definitely not going backward.But you are in a strange place.A kind of spiritual no-man's-land where the veil is gone, but the light hasn't fully landed.And this is what I see in so many powerful beings like you:They awaken.They feel the shift.They begin the inner work.And then... they stall.They get drained.They feel invisible.But the problem isn't that they're not trying hard enough.The problem is that no one told them the truth:Awakening isn't the finish line.It's the initiation.And what comes next requires something even deeper.It requires you to invest in yourself.Not just financially - though yes, you're worthy of that too.But more importantly: with your time.With your energy.With your devotion.The real shift doesn't come from being seen by me.It comes when you finally see you.The world meets you at the depth you've met yourself.So if you've been waiting to be discovered, recognized, or chosen here's your loving reality check:That day already came.You are the one you've been waiting for.No more hoping someone else will be the signal.The signal already sounded.It was always inside of you.And yes, sometimes that means letting go of the sweet ache of being small because being small means there's always someone else to save you.But love...You're not small anymore.The divine is activated and the next step, to come.Stay on the course.Meet the mentor.Hold the container.But whatever you do don't wait.Don't put your power on hold.Don't put you on hold.The shift has already begun.Now it's your turn to meet it.The EYE is within the BEHOLDER.Trust your soul, all is within you.Love, KassandraPS: If you're ready to stop bypassing the parts of you that feel too heavy to hold alone, and you want a space to work through what's real… the grief, the fear, the change, the deeper truths… I invite you to ......✨ The Light Between Oracle Experience is here.It's not just a tool — it's a return.To your inner compass.To your power.To the light between.Here's how to collapse time?Daily Insights: Sharpen focus and align actions with your truth.The Light Between Oracle App Get full access to The Light Between at thelightbetween.substack.com/subscribe
Wellness + Wisdom | Episode 748 Are your unresolved childhood wounds hijacking your relationships and keeping you stuck in depression or anxiety? Neuro-Rewiring Expert Mike Zeller joins Josh Trent on the Wellness + Wisdom Podcast, episode 748, to share how healing your protector parts can transform conflict into deeper connection and trust, why psychedelics can reopen critical social learning periods and give you access to the hidden programming of your mind, and how to move from fear-driven protector parts into authentic flow state. "Our core longing as human beings is connection and love. We think that the wounded, victim, angry self is who we are because that part is in the driver's seat, and we're identified with that feeling. When we do the neuro-rewiring work, we separate that enmeshment. And because of that separation, we can now recognize the patterns and awareness instead of being in it so much that we can't see." - Mike Zeller
Diapers are hard. Terrible twos are no picnic. Middle and high school? Prepare for battle, Dad. It seems like every phase of parenting presents its own unique challenges. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to talk about the hardest age to parent. If your kids are little, you may be wondering if parenting ever gets easier. It depends on the kids and depends on their age. The truth is, no matter how tough today feels, your role as a dad is important during every age and stage of your child's life. So, show up and give it your all, even on the hardest days. Why This MattersEvery season is hard. Embrace today's challenges because your children need you. Key TakeawaysIt All Goes FastStages Don't Last ForeverFind People To Help YouRemember the 3 Ls: Kids are Limited, then Learning, then LeavingImportant Episode Timestamps 00:00 – 00:55 | Introduction & Big Question of the Week00:55 – 03:16 | The Hardest Phase? The One You're In03:16 – 05:11 | The "Dark Ages" of 0–405:11 – 07:12 | The Teen Years: Logic, Emotions & Everything In Between07:12 – 09:02 | Finding Joy in the Middle of the Hard09:02 – 12:00 | Letter to the Dad Who's Struggling12:00 – 14:11 | The 3 L's of Childhood: Limited, Learning, Leaving14:11 – 16:53 | Don't Do It Alone: Finding Support in Tough Seasons16:53 – 20:26 | Survival Tips: Self-Care, Small Wins & Staying PresentAPD Pro Move:Remember that you're doing better than you think. All Pro Dad Resources:8 Tips For Traveling With Toddlers and Preschoolers5 Lies We Believe About Our Teens3 Ways to Raise Adults In TrainingListen Again:Episode 65: Are Your Expectations Crushing Your Teens?Episode 55: Problems Middle Schoolers Run IntoWe love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info!Connect with Us: Ted Lowe on LinkedIn Bobby Lewis on LinkedIn BJ Foster on LinkedIn Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Get All Pro Dad merch! EXTRAS: Follow us: Instagram | Facebook | X (Twitter)Join 200,000+ other dads by subscribing to the All Pro Dad Play of the Day. Get daily fatherhood ideas, insight, and inspiration straight to your inbox.This episode's blog can also be viewed here on AllProDad.com. Like the All Pro Dad gear and mugs? Get your own in the All Pro Dad store.Get great content for moms at iMOM.com
As part of our Summer of Encores—revisiting standout episodes while host Shawna Rodrigues focuses on her breast cancer journey—we're bringing back this powerful and fan-favorite conversation from January 2023.In this re-release episode of The Grit Show, psychotherapist Will Halpin joins Shawna to unpack the transformative approach of Internal Family Systems (IFS). What if your mind isn't a battlefield, but an orchestra—filled with anxious flutes, perfectionist violins, and maybe even a snarky drummer or two?Together, they explore how understanding your “internal parts” can lead to greater self-awareness, emotional healing, and real change. Curious about concepts like protectors, exiles, or the 8 C's of healing? You'll hear relatable metaphors, real-life insights into anxiety and people-pleasing, and accessible mental health strategies you can start using right away.Whether this is your first listen or a meaningful return visit, this encore episode is packed with practical wisdom and fresh perspective on how to bring more compassion and clarity into your inner world.Will Halpin is a psychotherapist and public health social worker with over 22 years of experience working in community health center settings and in private practice in Boston, Massachusetts. Earlier in his career, he developed programs and a comprehensive curriculum with the Boston Public Health Commission to train providers on best practices in working with people struggling with crystal meth abuse and dependence. Most of his clinical experience has been working within the LGBTQAI+ population, and specifically complex/developmental trauma and substance abuse. He has trained in a variety of treatment modalities to offer a variety of options when working with survivors of trauma, including Internal Family Systems (IFS), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). He also enjoys training new practitioners who are learning IFS as an assistant course instructor for over three years, working with providers from India, Canada and all over the US. When he is not at work, you can find him in the mountains, in a lake, or in the woods enjoying whatever outdoor recreation is available in that particular season.Connect with Will - WillHalpin.comLearn more about IFS - IFS-Institute.comBooks:Self Therapy by Jay EarleyYou Are the One You've Been Waiting For - Dr. Richard SchwartzShawna Rodrigues left her award-winning career in the public sector in 2019 and after launching The Grit Show, soon learned the abysmal fact that women hosted only 27% of podcasts. This led to the founding of the Authentic Connections Podcast Network intent on raising that number by 10% in five years- 37 by 27. Because really, shouldn't it be closer to 50%? She now focuses on helping purpose driven solopreneurs find their ideal clients through podcasting. She believes that the first step is guesting on podcasts - check out her tip sheet and once you've built your business and are ready for the full-service support for podcasting production and mentoring, she'll help you launch the podcast you were meant for. Diagnosed with breast cancer in early 2025, much of this year will be prioritizing her fight, victory, and healing. If you would like to follow that journey and be one of her warriors you can learn more via
The 60-minute reggae mixtape show curated by Dubmatix showcases the finest Sticky Icky Reggae tunes from around the globe — spanning dub to dancehall, rocksteady to roots, and every rhythm in between. PLAYLIST Junior Murvin – Roots Train The Lions – Think (About It) John Holt – Ali Baba - 12 Mix The Pioneers – Money Day Joe Gibbs & The Professionals – Jubilation Dub Prince Alla – Youthman in the Ghetto (in Disco Style) Althea And Donna – Jah Rastafari - Remastered 2001 Augustus Pablo – Java Errol Dunkley – You'll Never Know (I'll Be Back) Cornell Campbell – You're No Good Phyllis Dillon – Love the One You're With Lee Scratch Perry – History Althia & Donna – Love One Another Johnny Clarke – Blood Dunza The Chantells – Desperate Time Carry the show on your station. Get in touch dubmatix@dubmatix.com https://www.mixcloud.com/dubmatix/
I'm so thrilled to welcome Dick Schwartz, the founder of Internal Family Systems (IFS), back to the podcast, as well as my friend Ocean, who brings her voice and lived experience to this important conversation. Today, we explore the intersection between IFS and the plural community--those living with DID (Dissociative Identity Disorder) and OSDD (Other Specified Dissociative Disorders). What's the difference between DI parts and the IFS parts many of us talk about? How can we bridge misunderstandings between the IFS community and those living with more distinct parts? This conversation was deeply moving and healing. I'm so grateful to both Dick and Ocean for their honesty, wisdom, and compassion. In this episode, we explore: The differences and overlap between DI parts and IFS parts Why the plural community has sometimes felt unseen and misunderstood by IFS The harm in labeling parts as managers, firefightes and exiles The complicated relationship many survivors have with Self Energy Strategies for working with systems shaped by deep trauma Why trust, patience, and honoring every part is a prerequisite to healing Be sure to watch the extended video interview with Dick and Ocean over on our Substack. Favorite Quotes: “IFS was never meant to pathologize people. It was meant to honor the fact that all of us are multiple, and that those parts aren't what they seem.” — Dick Schwartz "There's a huge difference between saying, 'Your parts are managers, firefighters, and exiles,' and saying, 'I'm noticing some of your parts seem to be taking on these roles to protect you.'" — Ocean About Tiffany "Ocean" Morgan Tiffany Morgan (Ocean) is a Certified IFS therapist, consultant, and educator with lived experience of OSDD (Otherwise Specified Dissociative Disorder). She specializes in eating disorders, complex PTSD, and dissociative disorders, and brings over 30 years of experience to her work supporting deep healing and system-wide trust. She is passionate about destigmatizing DID, neurodivergence, and the multiplicity of mind. She creates compassionate, inclusive spaces where all parts are welcome and seen. She also shares resources and reflections through her platform, tidesoftransformation.com, and co-sponsors the podcast A Couple of Multiples. About Richard "Dick" Schwartz Dr. Richard Schwartz is the founder of the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model of therapy., He is the author of several books, including No Bad Parts and You Are the One You've Been Waiting For, and continues to lead workshops and trainings worldwide through the IFS Institute. Episode Sponsors: Pisgah Coaching Institute Founded by IFS trained master coach Brian Jaudon, a pioneer in the integration of IFS and coaching for more than two decades. Brian and his faculty teach a blended methodology for clarifying and living into a vision of any kind. Enrollment is now open for his 2026 training. pisgahcoaching.com Cape Cod Institute This summer, deepen your practice with half-day CE courses at the Cape Cod Institute, offered in person on Cape Cod or live online from anywhere. Learn from IFS leaders Jeanne Catanzaro, Richard Schwartz, and Cece Sykes, or explore topics like mindfulness, couples therapy and leadership and many more with experts shaping the field. Celebrating 45 years, the 2025 season runs from June, 30 to August, 22. Start your day with interactive learning, then spend your afternoons applying new insights with clients, connecting with colleagues or exploring the cape. Learn more and register at www.cape.org Use Discount Code: theoneinside for $50 off. About The One Inside: Check out The One Inside Substack community to access all episodes, exclusive extended interviews, meditations and exercises, and more. Find The One Inside Self-Led merch at The One Inside store Watch video clips from select episodes on The One Inside on YouTube Follow Tammy on Instagram @ifstammy and on Facebook at The One Inside with Tammy Sollenberger. Jeff Schrum co-produces The One Inside. He's a writer and IFS Level 2 practitioner who specializes in helping therapists create with clarity and confidence. Are you new to IFS or want a simple way to get to know yourself? Tammy's book, "The One Inside: Thirty Days to your Authentic Self" is a PERFECT place to start. Sign up for Tammy's email list and get a free "Get to know a Should part of you" meditation on her website Tammy is grateful for Jack Reardon who created music for the podcast. To learn more about sponsorship opportunties on The One Inside Podcast, email Tammy
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Speaker: Adam GodshallSeries: Why We Worship The Way We DoText: Romans 12:1-2Theme: You Must Worship with a Daily Life of Godliness. **_Signs that you may not understand a life of worship:_** One: You are not often amazed by God's mercy. ...as the strength of Paul's argument ...as the motivation for my worship ...as the example for our mercy Two: You are not daily giving yourself to God's agenda. A paradox: a living sacrifice A call to holiness A reasonable expectation Three: You are not actively resisting the world's influence. The great threat is worldliness The subtle strategy is confromity Four: You are not continually transforming with God's truth. A process of metamorphosis In the battlefield of the mind
Market Proof Marketing · Ep 376 - The Best Project Management Tool? The One You'll Use!Kevin Oakley is back this week, and is joined by Julie Jarnagin and Beth Russell. This week's episode kicks off with a funny story from Kevin about being everyone's best friend, and shifts into story time, covering insightful calls with builders the team has had recently. News stories discussed include Google lifting its 2019 ban on fingerprinting for advertisers, a deep dive into the effectiveness of builder incentives, AI readiness in homebuilding, and a new task manager blog written by DYC's very own, Samantha Kellenberger!Story Time (04:40): Julie has been working on her IBS presentation around brand consistency, and how providing guardrails (using LEGO as a great example) keeps things consistent while using user generated content. Kevin follows-up surrounding a recent conversation about creating rules, and showcasing content to inform certainty. Beth had an interesting call with a company owner, who referenced the Hippocratic Oath that doctors make -- do no harm -- and tied it to their website. For example, putting too much information out there and over-engineering what you're showcasing can cause more harm than good. Kevin reminds: until you hit a minimum lead quantity, you don't get to complain about lead quality! Kevin spoke to a builder this week who has one community performing very differently than others despite having similar processes for marketing. Using GA4's path exploration tool, he noticed that the options people were clicking most were the items right in the center/most obvious. He encourages marketers to use this tool, and view it from the eyes of a customer. Mobile reality can't be ignored or fixed -- you can only do so much on a mobile screen. In The News (28:13): Google just lifted its 2019 ban on fingerprinting for advertisersGoogle now allows advertisers to track users across devices and websites, collecting data points like IP addresses, operating system details, and screen resolution.Kevin's hunch is we only see this live for a short time before it's taken away again, but they'll collect a significant amount of data in the meantime.The Cost of Incentives: Have Buyers Come to Expect Perks?Are consumers addicted, are builders addicted, or both?Kevin recaps the importance of the messaging of "new," and how you don't have to offer the biggest new incentive, you need to lean into how consumers want to stay informed. One nuance discussed is how some customers don't qualify without them.The Seven Stages of AI Readiness In Homebuilding From hype to impacti, AI is more than a buzzword. Julie loves the advice to evaluate AI vendors with a critical eye, and reminds you that if you're headed to IBS, there will be a lot of buzzwords, but you need to ask great questions and "pull back the onion."You need to have a clear process on how your business operates before you can layer in AI -- rethink workflows not just technology. Avoid AI for AI's sake -- start with clear business goals. Which Task Manager Tool is Best for Your Team?The best project management tool is the best one everyone in your organization will use! If you're looking into using a task manager to help your team (Monday, Asana, Trello, etc.) she outlines the pros and cons to help you make an informed decision.Beth remembers wanting to implement something for her team, and asking Kevin how to get started, and thinks the ease-of-use summary was so helpful in the blog. Come for the writing, stay for the summary chart! Things We Love - Things We Hate (53:38):Beth has entered "Masters season" in the Augusta area, and is fascinated by how intertwined it is into the culture. She is equally obsessed and perplexed. Julie is in the midst of Mardi Gras, in full king cake and parade season. But her favorite thing is going to thrift stores, and loves the hunt. Kevin's favorite is the Hollyland Lark M2S Microphone, which is extremely small, and is a great price for 2 mics. Like and subscribe on your favorite platform! The post Ep 376 - The Best Project Management Tool? The One You'll Use! appeared first on Online Sales and Marketing for Home Builders - DYC.
Goodbye 2024 and Hello 2025. Our final podcast guest for 2024 is a hard-rockin' father and son from Denmark. Their self-titled album "Crossroad Overdrive" pays tribute to some amazing classic rock from the 60s and 70s, but done with what they call the "Jepsen treatment." What is the "Jepsen treatment?" It's a polished hard rock version that updates it for the mid-2020s. Crossroad Overdrive is father Martin Jepsen Andersen and his talented son Magnus Jepsen Andersen Hilstrøm. So let's get ready to really ROCK in the new year thanks to Crossroad Overdrive, featuring Martin Jepsen Andersen, Someone You Should Know. Tip Jar:Click here to buy the Rik Anthony a cold one.Show Links:Click here to go to the Crossroad Overdrive Facebook pageClick here to go to the Blindstone Facebook pageClick here to go to the Blindside Blues Band Facebook pageClick here to go to the KRIDT Band Facebook pageVideos from this Episode (click the song title to see the video)Whipping PostMississippi QueenLove the One You're WithAll music used by permission from the artistSomeone You Should Know 2024 // CatGotYourTongueStudios 2024Send us a textHow to Contact Us:Official Website: https://Someoneyoushouldknowpodcast.comGmail: Someoneyoushouldknowpodcast@gmail.comTwitter: @RIKANTHONY1Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rikanthonyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/someoneyoushouldknowpodcast/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rik-anthony2019/TikTok: @SomeoneYouShouldKnow2023YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@someoneyoushouldknowpodcastThank you for listening!Theme music "Welcome to the Show" by Kevin MacLeod was used per the standard license agreement.
Send us a textIn this holly and jolly episode of Sorry, We Tried, it's time for our annual Christmas spectacular! This year, we're going back to their new favorite tabletop RPG— Honey Heist. This time, it's Christmas Eve. Santa is loading a batch of honey-laced candy canes onto his sleigh in 40 minutes. Two problems. One: You have a complex plan that requires precise timing. Two: You're a FREAKING BEAR. Will the raid on Santa's workshop be successful? Or will the gang end up forever on the naughty list? Tune in to find out!Also in this episode, Harrison tries to ruin the intro. Cayson picks up a new addiction. Robby commits identity theft. Spencer forgets to write NPC dialogue. And the guys fight for too long about how long the episode should be.Website: sorrywetried.comMerch: bit.ly/swtmerchInstagram: @swtpodcastTwitter: @sorrywetriedEmail: thepodcastmen@gmail.comSupport the show
LESSON 347Anger Must Come From Judgment.Judgment Is The Weapon I Would Use Against Myself,To Keep The Miracle Away From Me.Father, I want what goes against my will, and do not want what is my will to have. Straighten my mind, my Father. It is sick. But You have offered freedom, and I choose to claim Your gift today. And so I give all judgment to the One You gave to me to judge for me. He sees what I behold, and yet He knows the truth. He looks on pain, and yet He understands it is not real, and in His understanding it is healed. He gives the miracles my dreams would hide from my awareness. Let Him judge today. I do not know my will, but He is sure it is Your Own. And He will speak for me, and call Your miracles to come to me.Listen today. Be very still, and hear the gentle Voice for God assuring you that He has judged you as the Son He loves.- Jesus Christ in ACIM
Send us a textWhat if being healthy and happy as a middle-aged woman isn't about strict diets or crazy workouts, but about understanding what your body truly needs?On this week's Better Health Bookshelf, I'm featuring the book Reflections of Joy: Learning to Love the Woman You See While Becoming the One You're Meant to Be. Joining me is its author, Kim Moseman, a seasoned nutritionist, personal trainer, and wellness coach who brings decades of experience to her mission of empowering women. Kim shares her practical strategies for tackling hormonal shifts, letting go of unrealistic expectations, and embracing self-care that truly works. Whether it's ditching crash diets, building sustainable fitness habits, or simply learning to appreciate the woman in the mirror, Kim offers powerful advice you can put into action today. This episode is perfect for women looking to improve their health and wellness with real-world tips from a trusted expert.TOP TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE:Listen To Your Body: Pay attention to how you feel after eating, exercising, or resting so you can make smarter choices.Focus On Progress, Not Perfection: Aim to be your best self today instead of worrying about being perfect like you were years ago.Healthy Habits Matter: Small daily actions, like walking or writing down what you eat, can make a big difference in how you feel.Enjoy Food, Don't Fear It: Eating healthy can still be fun, and it's okay to treat yourself once in a while.FREE GIFT FROM KIM:Take the first step toward better health with a free 15-minute consultation to explore your wellness options with Kim. Click here to schedule your consultation with Kim. For more information about Mike Capuzzi, visit MikeCapuzzi.com.
About Kim Mosiman: Kim Mosiman is a wife, mom, and loving grandma. As an author and coach, Kim specializes in empowering women embarking on their "second act." With her faith-driven approach and experience as a gym owner, Kim offers a unique blend of spiritual and physical wellness. Her book, "Reflections of Joy," provides practical, faith-infused strategies to inspire strength, beauty, and holistic growth in every aspect of life. What We Discuss In This Episode: Managing Joint Pain Pay attention to pain patterns and create a personal health database Modify exercises or try different activities if experiencing persistent pain Seek professional help if pain doesn't subside with rest and basic care Nutrition and Inflammation Journal food intake and symptoms to identify personal triggers Some healthy foods may still cause inflammation in certain individuals Processing methods (e.g., raw vs. cooked) can affect how foods impact the body Preventing Pain and Injury as We Age Regular exercise and proper maintenance are crucial Start new activities slowly and build up gradually Focus on enjoyable movements rather than just calorie burning Incorporate varied exercises throughout the week Maintaining Balance and Strength Proper stretching before and after exercise is important Weight training helps build and maintain muscle mass Practice balance exercises daily (e.g., brushing teeth on one foot) Try low-impact activities like Tai Chi or chair yoga for strength and balance Getting Started with Exercise For those who are active: Don't stop, it's more important than ever in midlife For beginners: Start small (e.g., walking to the mailbox) and gradually increase Consistency is key - improvements can happen quickly with regular effort Resources from Kim Mosiman: Free Monthly Reflection Tool: https://www.kimmosimanwellness.com/reflect New Book Release: Reflections of Joy: Learning to Love the Woman You See While Becoming the One You're Meant to Be: https://bit.ly/3Oxy59g Connect With Kim Mosiman: Website: https://www.kimmosimanwellness.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kim_mosiman Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kim.mosiman Connect with Lynne: If you're looking for a community of like-minded women on a journey - just like you are - to improved health and wellness, overall balance, and increased confidence, check out Lynne's private community in The Energized Healthy Women's Club. It's a supportive and collaborative community where the women in this group share tips and solutions for a healthy and holistic lifestyle. (Discussions include things like weight management, eliminating belly bloat, balancing hormones, wrangling sugar gremlins, overcoming fatigue, recipes, strategies, perimenopause & menopause, and much more ... so women can feel energized, healthy, and lighter, with a new sense of purpose. Website: https://holistic-healthandwellness.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/holistichealthandwellnessllc The Energized Healthy Women's Club: https://www.facebook.com/groups/energized.healthy.women Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lynnewadsworth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynnewadsworth Free Resources from Lynne Wadsworth: ✨ Ready to Thrive in Midlife? Let's Make It Happen!
Have you ever wanted to send a letter to the military saying thank you for all they do for us here in America to provide us with our freedom? I am so excited to share with you on the podcast this week about the non-profit, A Million Thanks. My guest is Shauna Parisi, the founder of this non-profit and her story is amazing. She began this when she was 14 years old, and I think you will be captivated by her story as well as encouraged and maybe even challenged to see what you can do to make a difference in the world. With Veteran's Day just around the corner, I am so excited to do an episode about showing gratitude to our military. I cannot wait for you to hear Shauna's powerful story. Also, I am so excited for someone to win a copy of Shauna's book: *A Million Thanks. All the details of the book giveaway are on my website at jodisnowdon.com or you can click this direct link: https://kingsumo.com/g/3lp8p6m/a-million-thanks-book-giveaway Book Recommendations: *You Are the One You've Been Waiting For by Richard Schwartz *Habits of the Household by Justin Whitmel Earley Shauna (Fleming) Parisi is an author, entrepreneur, and motivational speaker with a passion for helping others elevate their wellness and wealth. As a high school student, Shauna founded A Million Thanks, a national non-profit organization that supports military and their families. She has done more than 300 media interviews and helped start a national youth volunteer program under the Bush administration. Throughout her youth, Shauna focused on speaking to youth around the country on "The Power of One". Today, Shauna is a mom focused on the ministry of motherhood, helping other moms start and grow businesses while being present at home. When they aren't traveling the world, Shauna and her husband Matt live in Newport Beach with their two girls. *Note: If you are interested in purchasing this book or the books recommended, I would love for you to use the Amazon Affiliate link above to help support the podcas
Send us a textIn this episode we eat on the Principle of Duplication which is the idea of multiplying or duplicating ONE (YOU a Christian) into other ONE's…and doing it over and over and over again throughout your life. We take note of the life of Paul and the great lengths to which he went in his life and his encouragement to others to imitate Christ and duplicate.
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Have you ever felt like different parts of yourself were competing for attention and power? Maybe you have aspects of your personality that you're proud of, and others that you'd rather keep hidden from the world—the ones that tend to rear their heads in your not-so-shining moments. According to Internal Family Systems Therapy, a framework developed by today's guest, Dr. Richard Schwartz, we are all made up of sub-personalities or “parts.” IFS posits that by investigating and understanding where each of those parts come from and how they are dictating our current behavior, we can better understand our unique mental world and determine how to make change to support our healing and improve our relationships. Dr. Alexandra talks with Dr. Dick about how IFS has the potential to help individuals understand themselves, strengthen their romantic relationships, or even navigate the dating world. They also explore a question from a listener in Toronto who wants to feel more deeply understood in conversations with her boyfriend. IFS is a theoretical framework that has helped many folks, but as always, Dr. Alexandra encourages you to see what resonates with you in this conversation and what might be helpful to bring into your own processes of self-discovery and healing, and to your relationships. Relevant Links:IFS Institute: ifs-institute.comIntimacy From The Inside Out: https://ifs-institute.com/store/116No Bad Parts: Healing Trauma and Restoring Wholeness with the Internal Family Systems Model by Richard Schwartz, Ph.D.: https://bookshop.org/p/books/no-bad-parts-healing-trauma-and-restoring-wholeness-with-the-internal-family-systems-model-richard-schwartz/16396062?ean=9781683646686You Are the One You've Been Waiting for: Applying Internal Family Systems to Intimate Relationships by Richard Schwartz, Ph.D.: https://bookshop.org/p/books/you-are-the-one-you-ve-been-waiting-for-applying-internal-family-systems-to-intimate-relationships-richard-schwartz/18790456?ean=9781683643623Story on IFS from NPR's Morning Edition: https://www.npr.org/sections/shots-health-news/2024/10/25/nx-s1-5055753/parts-work-therapy-internal-family-systems-anxiety#:~:text=At%20the%20center%20of%20IFS,his%20book%20No%20Bad%20Parts. Hey Reimagining Love Listeners! Quick note here that we're publishing new episodes on an every other week schedule with occasional bonus episodes sprinkled throughout, at least until the end of the year. If you're craving more content in the meantime, you can always search the back catalog and/or find juicy blog posts and other resources at http://dralexandrasolomon.com/
Send us a textImagine growing up in a trailer, part of a right-wing religious cult, experiencing ongoing sexual abuse from age 6 to 17. This was Veronica's reality. But her story doesn't end there. After escaping her abusive home, Veronica embarked on a remarkable journey of transformation. She turned to sex work not out of desperation, but as a conscious choice to reclaim her sexuality and heal her trauma. Her journey led her to discover Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, a powerful tool that allowed her to understand and integrate the different parts of herself shaped by her experiences.EPISODE HIGHLIGHTSThe magic of Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy: Meet your inner managers, firefighters, and exilesSex work: From stigma to empowermentBreaking those pesky generational cyclesVeronica's victorious journey from abuse to advocacyWhy sex work can be a surprising path to healing (yes, really!)Communication game-changers: "Perfect timeout" and "Show Me Your Movie"The secret to forgiving the unforgivableEPISODE LINKS *some links below may also be affiliate links Veronica | Free GiftVeronica | Website Book | You're the One You've Been Waiting For by Richard SchwartzTHE VAGINAL ORGASM MASTERCLASS. Discover how to activate the female Gspot, clitoris, & cervical orgasms. Buy Now. Save 20% Coupon: PODCAST 20 LAST 10x LONGER. If you suffer from premature ejaculation, you are not alone, master 5 techniques to cure this stressful & embarrassing issue once and for all. Buy Now. Save 20% Coupon: PODCAST20. THE MALE GSPOT & PROSTATE MASTERCLASS. This is for you if… You've heard of epic anal orgasms, & you wonder if it's possible for you too. Buy Now. Save 20% Coupon PODCAST20. Support the showSxR Hotline | SxR Website | YouTube | TikTok | Pinterest | Instagram | Dr. Willow's Website | Leah's Website
In this episode of "Crafting a Meaningful Life," host Mary Crafts speaks with clinical psychologist Brandon Condie about mental health awareness, focusing on suicide prevention. Brandon discusses his journey into psychology, his private practice, and the development of a mobile app designed to connect individuals with trusted contacts during mental health crises. The episode emphasizes the interconnectedness of mental and physical health, with practical techniques like diaphragmatic breathing to manage stress. Both Mary and Brandon highlight the importance of self-trust, simplicity in solutions, and a balanced approach to mental and emotional well-being. Key Takeaways from Our Conversation: Proactive Mental Health Support**: Brandon introduced his innovative mobile app, "One You," designed to connect individuals with trusted contacts during mental health crises. This proactive approach aims to provide support before reaching a crisis point. Interconnectedness of Mental and Physical Health**: We delved into how mental and physical health are deeply intertwined. Addressing one can significantly impact the other, leading to overall well-being. Practical Stress Management Techniques**: Brandon shared the power of diaphragmatic breathing to manage stress and emotional responses. This simple yet effective technique can activate the body's relaxation response, helping to calm the mind. The Role of Emotions and Logical Thinking**: We discussed the importance of balancing emotional responses with logical thinking, utilizing the prefrontal cortex to regulate emotions and make thoughtful decisions. Natural Healing Methods**: Brandon and I explored the benefits of naturalistic approaches to mental health, emphasizing the importance of listening to our bodies and trusting our instincts. Aligning Heart and Mind**: We touched on the fascinating research suggesting that the heart has its own set of memories and communicates with the brain. Aligning the heart and mind can lead to profound clarity and confidence in our decisions. I'm confident that this episode will resonate with you and provide valuable tools to navigate your mental health journey. Don't miss out on this enriching conversation! Listen to the full episode now and start crafting your meaningful life today! Get Mary's Book Today! https://marycraftsinc.com/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/crafting-a-meaningful-life-with-mary-crafts/id1336191892 Follow Mary on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marycrafts Follow Mary On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mary.crafts4 #crafting a meaningful life, #gratitude practices
Even One Bibi, Who After the Slaughter of October 7th Then Created the Slaughter of October 8, 2023-October 7, 2024, Is Too Much. The Current Slaughter Is the One You and I Fund and Arm. Who Will Forgive Us? Vice President Harris, Please, Tell Us You'll Fix This. One year ago today, Michael Moore (and the rest of us) awoke to the devastating news that over 1200 civilians — mostly Jews — had been slaughtered in Israel, and lay dead in the streets. On today's episode, Michael not only reflects back on that fateful day, but he also uncovers the uncomfortable truths that surfaced in the days, weeks and months that followed, that led us to where we are today: Our tax dollars funding & arming an off-the-rails Netanyahu and his mass slaughter of innocent Palestinians — and now us Americans on the brink of being dragged by Netanyahu into a war with Iran. Also, only 4 weeks away from November 5th, Michael covers the latest lies and vitriol coming from the American Bibi, Donald J. Trump. Michael reveals the negative effect of our unwavering support of Netanyahu on Michigan voters, and pleads with Vice President Harris to do whatever she can, right now, to end the madness in the Middle East. Or, at the very least, tell the American people, the majority of whom support an immediate ceasefire, that she is going to do right by us and fix this as soon as she holds power. Finally, today is the LAST DAY TO REGISTER TO VOTE in the following states: Arizona Georgia Florida Ohio Texas (no online registration) Arkansas Indiana Kentucky Mississippi (no online registration) Tennessee If you live in any one of the states above — or in Missouri, Oklahoma, Delaware, South Carolina, Oregon or West Virginia whose voter registration deadlines are later this week — check your voter registration online TODAY and make sure you are registered to vote! And if you aren't, or know someone who isn't, get registered NOW. There's only a few hours left. For more of Michael's work, subscribe to his Substack at MichaelMoore.com Write to mike: mike@michaelmoore.com ******************** This episode is brought to you by Shopify. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://www.shopify.com/moore [all lowercase] and get full access to Shopify's entire suite of features.
What is healthy submission and boundaries in marriage, and when can submission cross the line into control? As a group practice of therapists, we too often see biblical submission used in an unhealthy way. In this episode, licensed, professional counselors Sharon and Kayla discuss the cultural context and biblical understanding of love and submission, how influences in our current culture, like purity culture and our experiences in childhood, impact how we relate to our spouses and operate in our marriages, and what both his and her jobs are in a healthy marriage. Links: Tim Mackie Sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XBuDX8ds5ME Bell Hooks, All About Love: New Visions: https://amzn.to/3SQWZDu Jay Stringer, Unwanted: How Sexual Brokenness Reveals Our Way to Healing: https://amzn.to/4dtFbXs Richard Schwartz, You Are the One You've Been Waiting For: Applying Internal Family Systems to Intimate Relationships: https://amzn.to/3M6weXI (Please note, as an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases)
What is healthy submission and boundaries in marriage, and when can submission cross the line into control? As a group practice of therapists, we too often see biblical submission used in an unhealthy way. In this episode, licensed, professional counselors Sharon and Kayla discuss the cultural context and biblical understanding of love and submission, how influences in our current culture, like purity culture and our experiences in childhood, impact how we relate to our spouses and operate in our marriages, and what both his and her jobs are in a healthy marriage. Links: Tim Mackie Sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XBuDX8ds5ME Bell Hooks, All About Love: New Visions: https://amzn.to/3SQWZDu Jay Stringer, Unwanted: How Sexual Brokenness Reveals Our Way to Healing: https://amzn.to/4dtFbXs Richard Schwartz, You Are the One You've Been Waiting For: Applying Internal Family Systems to Intimate Relationships: https://amzn.to/3M6weXI (Please note, as an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases)
“I always thought maybe I just wasn't the kind of person that was made to get things done. But after starting, persevering, and publishing, I know that I'm the kind of person to get it done.” – Kim MosimanToday's featured award-winning author is a mom, wife, grandma, wellness coach, and nutritionist, Kim Mosiman. Kim and I had a fun on a bun chat about her book, “Reflections of Joy: Learning to Love the Woman You See While Becoming the One You're Meant to Be”, what she learned about herself during the book writing process, how faith plays a role in her life, and more!!Key Things You'll Learn:What inspired Kim to write her book and publish itThe role that journaling plays in self-reflection and growthOne of the biggest lessons that Kim learned from one of her clients that enhanced her game as a coachWhat helped Kim with writer's blockKim's Site: https://www.kimmosimanwellness.com/Kim's Book: https://a.co/d/ajg0n3eThe opening track is titled "Heatsource" by the magnanimous chill-hop master, Marcus D (@marcusd). Be sure to visit his site and support his craft. https://marcusd.net/Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmonGet Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmonThe Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awotYou Might Also Like…Ep. 810 – You Are Worthy with Katherine Norland (@katnorland): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-810-you-are-worthy-with-katherine-norland-katnorland/Ep. 576 – “Positively Joy” with Yvette Walker (@ywalker): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-576-positively-joy-with-yvette-walker-ywalker/Ep. 612 – “More Joy” with Cindi Cohn: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-612-more-joy-with-cindi-cohn/Ep. 826 – How to Go From Benchwarmer to Superstar with Heather Gidusko (@HeatherGidusko): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-826-how-to-go-from-benchwarmer-to-superstar-with-heather-gidusko-heathergidusko/Ep. 876 – Nurturing Through Narrative with Dr. Lisa Dorsey: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-876-nurturing-through-narrative-with-dr-lisa-dorsey/Ep. 605 – “Love Is” with Kim Sorrelle: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-605-love-is-with-kim-sorrelle/Ep. 308 – “Every Day Is A New Day” with Kim O'Neill (@KimsONaMission): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep308-every-day-is-a-new-day-with-kim-oneill-kimsonamission/Ep. 874 – How to Reimagine Self-Care for a Sustainable Life with Janice McWilliams (@JanMcWill): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-874-how-to-reimagine-self-care-for-a-sustainable-life-with-janice-mcwilliams-janmcwill/Ep. 829 – Decoding Your Emotional Appetite with Molly Zemek (@mollyzemek): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-829-decoding-your-emotional-appetite-with-molly-zemek-mollyzemek/#Bonus Ep. – “From Shy Girl to Award-Winning Model” with Lorna Greyling (@LornaGreyling): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/bonus-ep-from-shy-girl-to-award-winning-model-with-lorna-greyling-lornagreyling/Ep. 753 – Becoming a Woman of Principle with Mary Katherine Morales (@MaryKatMorales): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-753-becoming-a-woman-of-principle-with-mary-katherine-morales-marykatmorales/Ep. 379 – “It Is The Pursuit That Matters” with April Metzler (@AprilDMetzler): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-379-it-is-the-pursuit-that-matters-with-april-metzler-aprildmetzler/#M2M Bonus Ep. – “Mary Queen” with Lori J. Walker: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/m2m-bonus-ep-mary-queen-with-lori-j-walker/Ep. 554 – “The Loving Power of Your Soul” with Dr. Phillip Mountrose (@HolisticDrPhil): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-554-the-loving-power-of-your-soul-with-dr-phillip-mountrose-holisticdrphil/Ep. 347.5 – “Awakened by Grace” with Darlene West: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-3475-awakened-by-grace-with-darlene-west/
Are you overgiving in your relationships? In this episode, I talk with Melissa Guttman, MT-BC, LCAT about setting boundaries with emotionally immature people and: • Why highly sensitive people often struggle with boundaries and codependency in their relationships • Reframing guilt as a marker of taking better care of yourself instead of thinking that you've done something wrong • Letting go of overfunctioning and over-empathizing to honor the other ways you bring value as a sensitive person • Recognizing anger and intuition as signs it's time to set a boundary • The cost of enabling and rescuing the people in your life • Knowing when to distance yourself from the emotionally immature people in your life Melissa is a licensed IFS therapist in private practice based in New York City, helping highly sensitive adult children of narcissists recover from gaslighting and trust their intuition, to make decisions from a place of personal sovereignty and wisdom. Melissa also runs the Witches Protection Program, a self-defense training for highly sensitive people to learn how to protect themselves from narcissists. Keep in touch with Melissa: • Website: https://www.ifswitch.com • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ifs_witch • Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ifs_witch Resources Mentioned: • Melissa's Witches Protection Program: https://www.ifswitch.com/witchesprotectionprogram • Discovering the Inner Mother: A Guide to Healing the Mother Wound by Bethany Webster: https://bookshop.org/a/63892/9780062884442 • You Are the One You've Been Waiting For by Richard Schwartz: https://bookshop.org/a/63892/9781683643623 Thanks for listening! You can read the full show notes and sign up for my email list to get new episode announcements and other resources at: https://www.sensitivestories.comYou can also follow "SensitiveStrengths" for behind-the-scenes content plus more educational and inspirational HSP resources: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sensitivestrengths TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sensitivestrengths Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@sensitivestrengths If you have a moment, please rate and review the podcast, it helps Sensitive Stories reach more HSPs! This episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for treatment with a mental health or medical professional. Some links are affiliate links. You are under no obligation to purchase any book, product or service. I am not responsible for the quality or satisfaction of any purchase.
Send us a Text Message.In this grizzly episode of Sorry, We Tried, the guys continue their session with a new tabletop RPG— Honey Heist. In this game, it's HoneyCon 2024. You are going to undertake the greatest heist the world has ever seen. There are two things you need to know. One: You have a complex plan that requires precise timing. Two: You're a FREAKING BEAR. In part three of the trilogy, the bears finally reach the vault they've been searching for. But when Jason Vorbees enters the fray (it's Friday the Thirt-bee-nth?), it's an all-out war between three bears and one supernatural entity. Who will come out on top? Will any of our heroes survive? And will Colonel Mustard get to use his secret weapon? Also in this episode, Teddy tries to fistfight an immortal being. Feednork goes feral. Colonel Mustard has his boldest plan yet. And Spencer gets tired of complaints about the rules.Website: sorrywetried.comMerch: bit.ly/swtmerchInstagram: @swtpodcastTwitter: @sorrywetriedEmail: thepodcastmen@gmail.comSupport the Show.Support the Show.
On today's episode I share the top 4 things I learned from this year's Wimbledon.One: You're never out of a match with the scoring systemTwo: Matches are not won with winnersThree: Hard work pays offFour: Attitude before performance
When it comes to dream I'd Rather Be Reading guests—I'm talking about names at the top of the vision board—Emily Giffin would be right there at the apex. Yes, this is a nonfiction books podcast, but I do read fiction from time to time, and one fiction author whose books I never miss is Emily Giffin, my No. 1 favorite fiction writer of all time. I actually met Emily at a book signing in the summer of 2016 in Nashville—at Draper James, Reese Witherspoon's boutique—and Emily changed my life. At that time, I was freelance writing some, but hadn't yet taken the leap to become a full-time writer. During the book signing, I mentioned something about wanting to be a writer to Emily, and even though lines at book signings move pretty quickly, she took a moment to give me words of wisdom I never forgot—and signed my book and told me to not give up and to keep writing. The next year, 2017, I became a full-time writer, and am now a senior editor at a major fashion magazine as we speak here in 2024. It's really incredible what one inspiring encounter can do—and Emily, I loved you before meeting you in 2016, and I loved you even more after. Actually, I'll get to see Emily again in person this week, at a book signing in Atlanta for Emily's latest, The Summer Pact, her twelfth novel—which is the book we're talking about on the show today. The title of the book is so powerful, and not at all what I was expecting. Emily's latest is full of so many plot twists, and, while many of her books focus on love and romance, the crux of this book is friendship—although, don't get me wrong, there's still definitely some love and romance in here. As I tell Emily in our conversation, I think The Summer Pact is her bravest and most courageous work; she tackles some heavy-hitting topics here, topics she's never tackled before in any of her books prior. In this book we meet Lainey, Tyson, Summer, and Hannah, who all arrive at college from completely different worlds. They soon become a tight group of friends, but, as graduation nears, tragedy strikes, and they make a promise to one another in that moment to always be there for each other, no matter how much distance or circumstance separates them. Then, a decade later, life turns upside down for one of our characters. She calls in her closest friends, who are all in the midst of their own crossroads. But they made a promise, and they all come together to embark on a shared journey of self-discovery, forgiveness, and acceptance, with, as I said, so many twists and turns along the way, including a trip to Capri, Italy, which has risen to the top of my travel bucket list. Just like I had a different career before I became a full-time writer, so did Emily—after graduating from Wake Forest and the University of Virginia School of Law, Emily was a practicing attorney for several years before moving to London to write full-time. Since then, 12 novels followed—Something Borrowed, which was turned into a feature film with Ginnifer Goodwin and Kate Hudson; Something Blue; Baby Proof; Love the One You're With; Heart of the Matter; Where We Belong; The One and Only; First Comes Love; All We Ever Wanted; The Lies That Bind; Meant to Be; and, now, The Summer Pact. I am such a fan, and I can't wait for you to hear our conversation. The Summer Pact by Emily Giffin
Send us a Text Message.In this grizzly episode of Sorry, We Tried, the guys continue their session with a new tabletop RPG— Honey Heist. In this game, it's HoneyCon 2024. You are going to undertake the greatest heist the world has ever seen. There are two things you need to know. One: You have a complex plan that requires precise timing. Two: You're a FREAKING BEAR. In part two of the trilogy, the bears try their hardest to get across a lake so they can break into Bee Headquarters and get the vault access codes. At least, that was the plan before one bear took it upon himself to take the whole thing off the rails...Also in this episode, Teddy tries to take control. Feednork pees down a tree. Colonel Mustard takes himself hostage. And the guys lose their minds after the real villain of the story is revealed.Website: sorrywetried.comMerch: bit.ly/swtmerchInstagram: @swtpodcastTwitter: @sorrywetriedEmail: thepodcastmen@gmail.comSupport the Show.
Send us a Text Message.In this grizzly episode of Sorry, We Tried, the guys try out a new tabletop RPG— Honey Heist. In this game, it's HoneyCon 2024. You are going to undertake the greatest heist the world has ever seen. There are two things you need to know. One: You have a complex plan that requires precise timing. Two: You're a FREAKING BEAR. In part one of the trilogy, the guys introduce their characters, argue for a while about what the plan should be, and begin the heist. Will this ragtag team of bears pull it together and pull off the heist of a lifetime? Or will their infighting cause the whole caper to go up in smoke?Also in this episode, Harrison can't commit to an accent. Cayson tries to seduce a bee. Robby boldly declares that his name is Feednork. Spencer tries his best to hold the show together. And the guys try (and fail) to go full method acting.Website: sorrywetried.comMerch: bit.ly/swtmerchInstagram: @swtpodcastTwitter: @sorrywetriedEmail: thepodcastmen@gmail.comSupport the Show.
Welcome back to the School of Midlife podcast, where we're delving deep into the complexities of relationships during this transformative phase of life. Joined by the insightful life coach Kellie Resue, specializing in relationships, we're exploring the evolving dynamics we encounter with partners, friends, and ourselves in midlife.
David Gage visits the show to talk about the work that flows from the concept spelled out in his book, The Partnership Charter: How to Start Out Right With Your New Business Partnership (or Fix the One You're In). The Charter goes beyond legal themes to help partners discover, discuss, and document just how they want their partnership to work. You can learn more about the book and the process that David and his associates use to assist partners here: https://www.PartnershipCharter.com . David also invites listeners with questions to call him at 703.465.1262.Do you have comments or suggestions about a topic or guest? An idea or question about conflict management or conflict resolution? Let me know at jb@dovetailresolutions.com! And you can learn more about me and my work as a mediator and a Certified CINERGY® Conflict Coach at www.dovetailresolutions.com and https://www.linkedin.com/in/janebeddall/.
Welcome to Music Maniacs w/ Sight After Dark (Your new favorite band)! Every podcast we discuss a different musical topic and/or artist. This episode is about one of the greatest bands of all time...The Isley Brothers! The Isley brothers have revolutionized multiple genres of music during a career spanning over SIX DECADES! They have cemented their place as one of the greatest, and most influential music groups of all time and their significance cannot be understated. Come hang out with Sight After Dark as we discuss all things Isley Brothers! All songs played during the podcast can be found in their entirety below: The Isley Brothers - “Shout” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPVf01jXL7M Jackie Wilson - “Lonely Teardrops” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jgyl_LBdcxo The Isley Brothers - “Twist and Shout” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cTaqn8_gMR0 The Beatles - “Twist and Shout” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2RicaUqd9Hg The Isley Brothers - “Testify” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FUdYp-6a4RA The Isley Brothers - “This Old Heart of Mine” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M1xIQmTious The Isley Brothers - “It's Your Thing” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tqc_EhmL8-E Salt N' Peppa - “Shake Your Thang” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WbQTZs06tZg The Isley Brothers - “Who's That Lady” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S1Mvy3E8P2U Ernie Isley - “Purple Haze” (Live at Rock N Roll Hall of Fame Ceremony) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dcjOymzFCxM The Isley Brothers - “Love the One You're With” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h_gcE5pzILQ The Isley Brothers - “Spill The Wine” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PNHi5KUcBjY The Isley Brothers - “Lay Lady Lay” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lzYm6jjyb7o The Isley Brothers - “Pop That Thang” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ga0jnQLIe5s The Isley Brothers - “Work to Do” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w28W4Nh9tJM The Isley Brothers - “Brother, Brother, Brother” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PyhVMXoyyNA The Isley Brothers - “Summer Breeze” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T88fbHOmvRk The Isley Brothers - “Fight The Power” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8QZvoOqUkqw The Isley Brothers - “For the Love of You” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=23W3wqAvsLg The Isley Brothers - “Don't Say Goodnight (It's Time For Love)” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_eQB_AvUVyY The Isley Brothers - “Between the Sheets” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pf_si60K9nM Isley, Jasper, Isley - “Caravan of Love” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=foFK6q7kF9Y The Isley Brothers - “Footsteps in the Dark” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WRWtvbyprgo The Isley Brothers - “Voyage to Atlantis” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LJ_snOkHeVk Sight After Dark - “Poison Heart” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8wQFmX9LROs ________________________________________________________________________________________________ Do you love Music, and Music History, with a side of Comedy? Well you're in the right place! Sight After Dark (Singer Sifa Graffiti and Guitarist Dan Berg) is a band out of Brooklyn, NY that loves two things: 1) Talking Music 2) Cracking Jokes One day we were sitting around, discussing our favorite artists, and thought: what better way to combine the two than start a music podcast!? Every episode we‘ll be bringing our unique brand of humor and musical knowledge discussing a different musical topic. Some episodes will be a little more musical and factual, while others will be a bit more comical and maniacal. If you want to be entertained by stories of your favorite musicians, BY musicians, there is no better place to be than here. New episodes every other Wednesday! ________________________________________________________________________________________________ If you like our content, and feel like being generous, please consider donating! Every dollar helps us to continue making this podcast! https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/sightafterdark? Check out our main Sight After Dark channel here! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDUpanoPZcSgTkn9lWb60yA Subscribe to our Patreon to keep the podcast going! https://www.patreon.com/musicmaniacs Listen to Sight After Dark Music here! Buy here: https://sightafterdark.bandcamp.com/ Stream here: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/sightafterdark/dark-days-and-sucker-ways Buy a S.A.D Shirt and we'll love you forever! https://www.sightafterdarkonline.com/shop Social Media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/sightafterdark Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sight_afterdark/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sightafterdark/ Website: sightafterdarkonline.com Dan Berg: Twitter: @danbergmusic Instagram: @danbergmusic YouTube: Dan Berg Music Sifa Graffiti: Instagram: @sifa.graffiti movementgraffiti.info Business inquiries? Shoot us an email here: sightafterdark@gmail.com
Twitter: @podgaverockInsta: @podgaverockSpecial Guest Host: Anthony CeritelliREO Speedwagon “Roll With the Changes" from the 1978 album "You Can Tune A Guitar But You Can't Tuna Fish" released on Epic. Written by Kevin Cronin and produced by Kevin Cronin, Gary Richrath, Paul Grupp, and John Boylan.Personel:Kevin Cronin – lead and backing vocals, rhythm guitar, pianoGary Richrath – lead and rhythm guitarsNeal Doughty – Hammond organ, Moog synthesizerBruce Hall – bassAlan Gratzer – drumsAngelle Trosclair, Denise McCall, Denny Henson, Tom Kelly – backing vocalsCover:Performed by Josh Bond and Anthony CeritelliIntro Music:"Shithouse" 2010 release from "A Collection of Songs for the Kings". Written by Josh Bond. Produced by Frank Charlton.Other Artists Mentioned:NintendoSega GenesisAltered BeastGolden AxeNintendo SwitchSuper NintendoSonic the HedgehogDouble DragonContraAladdinMario BrothersJoe FlaccoTommy DeVitoThe Legend of ZeldaFinal Fantasy XMega ManSound of MusicMetallica “The Unforgiven”David BowieBruce SpringsteenREO Speedwagon “Keep On Loving You”REO Speedwagon “Take It On the Run”REO Speedwagon “Can't Fight This Feeling”The Rolling StonesLed ZeppelinBob DylanJimi HendrixNicki MinajMotley CrueVan HalenPoisonRattAerosmithTenacious DGregg AllmanPigpenThe Gratefgul DeadStephen StillsCSN “Love the One You're With”Jimmy IovinePhishJerry GarciaPure Prairie LeagueLittle River BandLinda Ronstadt BostonREO Speedwagon “Ridin the Storm Out”REO Speedwagon “Time For Me To Fly”Tom MorelloThe Allman Brothers Band “Nobody Left to Run With”Eddie MoneyThe Allman Brothers Band “Back Where It All Begins”Mr Big “Just to Be The One To Be With You”StyxThe Beatles “Hey Jude”Imagine DragonsKelly and the Ding DongsThe ModeratesBlink 182Artie LangeJimmy BuffettChicago
Devon Daniels and I have been plotting this episode for a solid year. I read her book in 2021, met her in person over drinks and snacks in 2022 and we knew that we needed to put together something for her newest book, The Rom Con. Devon is a mom, a reader, and a writer of smart romantic comedies. She is so smart and fun and I hope you enjoy her as much as I do. So tell me, What are you reading right now? Shownotes: The Rom Con Meet You in the Middle Signed book plates Signed copies at Park Books Reading, Watching, Listening: Reading: Daisy Jones and the Six, The Soulmate by Sally Hepworth, Stone Cold Fox, Recipe for a Perfect Wife, Love the One You're With by Lauren Layne Emergency Contact Watching: Lessons in Chemistry on Apple TV+ Connect with Devon Instagram @devondanielsauthor Connect with Addie Instagram @addie.yoder Facebook @coachaddiey Join Newsletter Website
In this episode of Healing & Human Potential, we're joined by Alyssa's husband Emilio to share their top relationship advice after 10 years of marriage. They share the story of how they met, fell in love, and made the decision to commit to each other. They reveal some of their biggest struggles with getting into a relationship and how they overcame past wounds to build something beautiful. They share advice on how to deal with jealousy, hesitation, and arguments arguments. Remember, every relationship is unique, and while there may not be a one-size-fits-all formula for success, there are a lot of principles explored that can guide you on your path to a love that lasts. Open communication, safety, personal responsibility, trust and patience are cornerstones of lasting love. Here's to a future filled with love, and may your journey be a testament to your commitment to beauty + love. === Want one of the most Powerful Tools to Support you in Awakening & Manifesting Your Dream Life from the Inside Out (for Free)? Learn how to live to your full potential without letting fear get in the way of your dreams. ✨ Here's How to Get Your Gift: ✨ Step 1: Just head over to Apple Podcast or Spotify + leave a review now Step 2: Take a screenshot before hitting submit Step 3: Then go to alyssanobriga.com/podcast to upload it! === EPISODE TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 2:18 How We Met & Fell in Love 10:09 Keeping Our Love Fresh in Every Moment 12:07 Balancing Self-Reliance and Falling in Love 16:00 The moment I Knew I Wanted to Marry You 23:59 Our First 7 Years: True Love Keeps Getting Better 28:52 Facing Jealousy in Relationship 36:11 The Last 7 Years: Navigating Change & Struggles 47:10 The Feedback Wheel: A Tool for Overcoming Friction 48:33 How To Balance Acceptance with Non-Negotiables 56:35 #1 Hack to Long-Lasting Love 1:02:55 Conscious Complaining 1:06:09 Why Couples Therapy is Essential 1:07:50 Building a Foundation of Trust within Arguments 1:11:45 Gratitude for Each Other 1:15:13 Conclusion === Emilio Diez Barroso perfected the art of appearing very successful. He manages two family offices a venture capital investment firm, sits on the board of over a dozen companies etc... but up until recently, he was always trying to get somewhere other than where he was—seeking recognition, achievement, love, success, and finally, the ultimate carrot: enlightenment. In his pursuit of enlightenment, he was forced to face what all the seeking had been trying to avoid: his own sense of unworthiness. Defeated at the game of becoming and humbled by the realization of his true nature, he is now dedicated to alleviating suffering in the world. Emilio's highest values are connection, contribution and adventure. He is the author of the book The Mystery Of You, Freedom is Closer Than you Think and is a father to three incredible teachers. Blog: www.EmiliosBook.com Book: https://geni.us/TheMysteryofYou IG: @ediezbarroso Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diezbarroso/ Twitter: @diezbaroso === Free Love Quiz: https://www.alyssanobriga.com/unlock-secret-love/ Discover why you're really attracted to who you're attracted to! Watch "You Are the One You've Been Waiting For": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2omfwQcA8Ew === Website: alyssanobriga.com Instagram: @alyssanobriga TikTok - @alyssanobriga Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6b5s2xbA2d3pETSvYBZ9YR Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healing-human-potential/id1705626495
The Barbie movie was all the rage this past summer and I too enjoyed its many messages including how you should accept everything about yourself, flaws and all, and not let anyone box you into an identity, purpose, or experience that is not your own or of your own choosing. Barbie believed she was a big, positive influencer for girls and women in the real world even if, in the movie, she realizes that that is not necessarily the case. But the movie as a whole got me thinking about Barbie and influencers and my favorite romance books with influencers and so today's episode was born. In it I'm sharing my favorite influencers in romance books like Barbie and the books you should read if you loved the Barbie movie.BOOKS MENTIONED: It Happened One Summer by Tessa BaileySex in the Sticks by Sawyer Bennett Love the One You're With by Lauren LayneWicked Beauty by Katee RobertKnot My Type by Evie MitchellTen Trends to Seduce Your Best Friend by Penny ReidIf you're a romance book lover like me then join my email list so you never miss a podcast episode or new book list and I'll instantly gift you my list of Top 10 Book Boyfriends. https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/join/ Every romance book reader needs to Romance Book Reading Journal. Grab your copy today! Buy Now on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B09RV37H3ZFOLLOW ME! Blog: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/ Podcast: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shereadsromancebooks Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/shereadsromancebooks Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shereadsromancebooksblog/LEAVE A REVIEW!If you liked this episode or got a book recommendation you can't wait to read please give a star rating and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast platform. It helps me know what you like and want to hear. Thanks!** This episode may include affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 168 of A History of Rock Music in Five Hundred Songs looks at “I Say a Little Prayer”, and the interaction of the sacred, political, and secular in Aretha Franklin's life and work. Click the full post to read liner notes, links to more information, and a transcript of the episode. Patreon backers also have a forty-five-minute bonus episode available, on "Abraham, Martin, and John" by Dion. Tilt Araiza has assisted invaluably by doing a first-pass edit, and will hopefully be doing so from now on. Check out Tilt's irregular podcasts at http://www.podnose.com/jaffa-cakes-for-proust and http://sitcomclub.com/ Resources No Mixcloud this week, as there are too many songs by Aretha Franklin. Even splitting it into multiple parts would have required six or seven mixes. My main biographical source for Aretha Franklin is Respect: The Life of Aretha Franklin by David Ritz, and this is where most of the quotes from musicians come from. Information on C.L. Franklin came from Singing in a Strange Land: C. L. Franklin, the Black Church, and the Transformation of America by Nick Salvatore. Country Soul by Charles L Hughes is a great overview of the soul music made in Muscle Shoals, Memphis, and Nashville in the sixties. Peter Guralnick's Sweet Soul Music: Rhythm And Blues And The Southern Dream Of Freedom is possibly less essential, but still definitely worth reading. Information about Martin Luther King came from Martin Luther King: A Religious Life by Paul Harvey. I also referred to Burt Bacharach's autobiography Anyone Who Had a Heart, Carole King's autobiography A Natural Woman, and Soul Serenade: King Curtis and his Immortal Saxophone by Timothy R. Hoover. For information about Amazing Grace I also used Aaron Cohen's 33 1/3 book on the album. The film of the concerts is also definitely worth watching. And the Aretha Now album is available in this five-album box set for a ludicrously cheap price. But it's actually worth getting this nineteen-CD set with her first sixteen Atlantic albums and a couple of bonus discs of demos and outtakes. There's barely a duff track in the whole nineteen discs. Patreon This podcast is brought to you by the generosity of my backers on Patreon. Why not join them? Transcript A quick warning before I begin. This episode contains some moderate references to domestic abuse, death by cancer, racial violence, police violence, and political assassination. Anyone who might be upset by those subjects might want to check the transcript rather than listening to the episode. Also, as with the previous episode on Aretha Franklin, this episode presents something of a problem. Like many people in this narrative, Franklin's career was affected by personal troubles, which shaped many of her decisions. But where most of the subjects of the podcast have chosen to live their lives in public and share intimate details of every aspect of their personal lives, Franklin was an extremely private person, who chose to share only carefully sanitised versions of her life, and tried as far as possible to keep things to herself. This of course presents a dilemma for anyone who wants to tell her story -- because even though the information is out there in biographies, and even though she's dead, it's not right to disrespect someone's wish for a private life. I have therefore tried, wherever possible, to stay away from talk of her personal life except where it *absolutely* affects the work, or where other people involved have publicly shared their own stories, and even there I've tried to keep it to a minimum. This will occasionally lead to me saying less about some topics than other people might, even though the information is easily findable, because I don't think we have an absolute right to invade someone else's privacy for entertainment. When we left Aretha Franklin, she had just finally broken through into the mainstream after a decade of performing, with a version of Otis Redding's song "Respect" on which she had been backed by her sisters, Erma and Carolyn. "Respect", in Franklin's interpretation, had been turned from a rather chauvinist song about a man demanding respect from his woman into an anthem of feminism, of Black power, and of a new political awakening. For white people of a certain generation, the summer of 1967 was "the summer of love". For many Black people, it was rather different. There's a quote that goes around (I've seen it credited in reliable sources to both Ebony and Jet magazine, but not ever seen an issue cited, so I can't say for sure where it came from) saying that the summer of 67 was the summer of "'retha, Rap, and revolt", referring to the trifecta of Aretha Franklin, the Black power leader Jamil Abdullah al-Amin (who was at the time known as H. Rap Brown, a name he later disclaimed) and the rioting that broke out in several major cities, particularly in Detroit: [Excerpt: John Lee Hooker, "The Motor City is Burning"] The mid sixties were, in many ways, the high point not of Black rights in the US -- for the most part there has been a lot of progress in civil rights in the intervening decades, though not without inevitable setbacks and attacks from the far right, and as movements like the Black Lives Matter movement have shown there is still a long way to go -- but of *hope* for Black rights. The moral force of the arguments made by the civil rights movement were starting to cause real change to happen for Black people in the US for the first time since the Reconstruction nearly a century before. But those changes weren't happening fast enough, and as we heard in the episode on "I Was Made to Love Her", there was not only a growing unrest among Black people, but a recognition that it was actually possible for things to change. A combination of hope and frustration can be a powerful catalyst, and whether Franklin wanted it or not, she was at the centre of things, both because of her newfound prominence as a star with a hit single that couldn't be interpreted as anything other than a political statement and because of her intimate family connections to the struggle. Even the most racist of white people these days pays lip service to the memory of Dr Martin Luther King, and when they do they quote just a handful of sentences from one speech King made in 1963, as if that sums up the full theological and political philosophy of that most complex of men. And as we discussed the last time we looked at Aretha Franklin, King gave versions of that speech, the "I Have a Dream" speech, twice. The most famous version was at the March on Washington, but the first time was a few weeks earlier, at what was at the time the largest civil rights demonstration in American history, in Detroit. Aretha's family connection to that event is made clear by the very opening of King's speech: [Excerpt: Martin Luther King, "Original 'I Have a Dream' Speech"] So as summer 1967 got into swing, and white rock music was going to San Francisco to wear flowers in its hair, Aretha Franklin was at the centre of a very different kind of youth revolution. Franklin's second Atlantic album, Aretha Arrives, brought in some new personnel to the team that had recorded Aretha's first album for Atlantic. Along with the core Muscle Shoals players Jimmy Johnson, Spooner Oldham, Tommy Cogbill and Roger Hawkins, and a horn section led by King Curtis, Wexler and Dowd also brought in guitarist Joe South. South was a white session player from Georgia, who had had a few minor hits himself in the fifties -- he'd got his start recording a cover version of "The Purple People Eater Meets the Witch Doctor", the Big Bopper's B-side to "Chantilly Lace": [Excerpt: Joe South, "The Purple People Eater Meets the Witch Doctor"] He'd also written a few songs that had been recorded by people like Gene Vincent, but he'd mostly become a session player. He'd become a favourite musician of Bob Johnston's, and so he'd played guitar on Simon and Garfunkel's Sounds of Silence and Parsley, Sage, Rosemary and Thyme albums: [Excerpt: Simon and Garfunkel, "I am a Rock"] and bass on Bob Dylan's Blonde on Blonde, with Al Kooper particularly praising his playing on "Visions of Johanna": [Excerpt: Bob Dylan, "Visions of Johanna"] South would be the principal guitarist on this and Franklin's next album, before his own career took off in 1968 with "Games People Play": [Excerpt: Joe South, "Games People Play"] At this point, he had already written the other song he's best known for, "Hush", which later became a hit for Deep Purple: [Excerpt: Deep Purple, "Hush"] But he wasn't very well known, and was surprised to get the call for the Aretha Franklin session, especially because, as he put it "I was white and I was about to play behind the blackest genius since Ray Charles" But Jerry Wexler had told him that Franklin didn't care about the race of the musicians she played with, and South settled in as soon as Franklin smiled at him when he played a good guitar lick on her version of the blues standard "Going Down Slow": [Excerpt: Aretha Franklin, "Going Down Slow"] That was one of the few times Franklin smiled in those sessions though. Becoming an overnight success after years of trying and failing to make a name for herself had been a disorienting experience, and on top of that things weren't going well in her personal life. Her marriage to her manager Ted White was falling apart, and she was performing erratically thanks to the stress. In particular, at a gig in Georgia she had fallen off the stage and broken her arm. She soon returned to performing, but it meant she had problems with her right arm during the recording of the album, and didn't play as much piano as she would have previously -- on some of the faster songs she played only with her left hand. But the recording sessions had to go on, whether or not Aretha was physically capable of playing piano. As we discussed in the episode on Otis Redding, the owners of Atlantic Records were busily negotiating its sale to Warner Brothers in mid-1967. As Wexler said later “Everything in me said, Keep rolling, keep recording, keep the hits coming. She was red hot and I had no reason to believe that the streak wouldn't continue. I knew that it would be foolish—and even irresponsible—not to strike when the iron was hot. I also had personal motivation. A Wall Street financier had agreed to see what we could get for Atlantic Records. While Ahmet and Neshui had not agreed on a selling price, they had gone along with my plan to let the financier test our worth on the open market. I was always eager to pump out hits, but at this moment I was on overdrive. In this instance, I had a good partner in Ted White, who felt the same. He wanted as much product out there as possible." In truth, you can tell from Aretha Arrives that it's a record that was being thought of as "product" rather than one being made out of any kind of artistic impulse. It's a fine album -- in her ten-album run from I Never Loved a Man the Way I Love You through Amazing Grace there's not a bad album and barely a bad track -- but there's a lack of focus. There are only two originals on the album, neither of them written by Franklin herself, and the rest is an incoherent set of songs that show the tension between Franklin and her producers at Atlantic. Several songs are the kind of standards that Franklin had recorded for her old label Columbia, things like "You Are My Sunshine", or her version of "That's Life", which had been a hit for Frank Sinatra the previous year: [Excerpt: Aretha Franklin, "That's Life"] But mixed in with that are songs that are clearly the choice of Wexler. As we've discussed previously in episodes on Otis Redding and Wilson Pickett, at this point Atlantic had the idea that it was possible for soul artists to cross over into the white market by doing cover versions of white rock hits -- and indeed they'd had some success with that tactic. So while Franklin was suggesting Sinatra covers, Atlantic's hand is visible in the choices of songs like "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction" and "96 Tears": [Excerpt: Aretha Franklin, "96 Tears'] Of the two originals on the album, one, the hit single "Baby I Love You" was written by Ronnie Shannon, the Detroit songwriter who had previously written "I Never Loved a Man (the Way I Love You)": [Excerpt: Aretha Franklin, "Baby I Love You"] As with the previous album, and several other songs on this one, that had backing vocals by Aretha's sisters, Erma and Carolyn. But the other original on the album, "Ain't Nobody (Gonna Turn Me Around)", didn't, even though it was written by Carolyn: [Excerpt: Aretha Franklin, "Ain't Nobody (Gonna Turn Me Around)"] To explain why, let's take a little detour and look at the co-writer of the song this episode is about, though we're not going to get to that for a little while yet. We've not talked much about Burt Bacharach in this series so far, but he's one of those figures who has come up a few times in the periphery and will come up again, so here is as good a time as any to discuss him, and bring everyone up to speed about his career up to 1967. Bacharach was one of the more privileged figures in the sixties pop music field. His father, Bert Bacharach (pronounced the same as his son, but spelled with an e rather than a u) had been a famous newspaper columnist, and his parents had bought him a Steinway grand piano to practice on -- they pushed him to learn the piano even though as a kid he wasn't interested in finger exercises and Debussy. What he was interested in, though, was jazz, and as a teenager he would often go into Manhattan and use a fake ID to see people like Dizzy Gillespie, who he idolised, and in his autobiography he talks rapturously of seeing Gillespie playing his bent trumpet -- he once saw Gillespie standing on a street corner with a pet monkey on his shoulder, and went home and tried to persuade his parents to buy him a monkey too. In particular, he talks about seeing the Count Basie band with Sonny Payne on drums as a teenager: [Excerpt: Count Basie, "Kid From Red Bank"] He saw them at Birdland, the club owned by Morris Levy where they would regularly play, and said of the performance "they were just so incredibly exciting that all of a sudden, I got into music in a way I never had before. What I heard in those clubs really turned my head around— it was like a big breath of fresh air when somebody throws open a window. That was when I knew for the first time how much I loved music and wanted to be connected to it in some way." Of course, there's a rather major problem with this story, as there is so often with narratives that musicians tell about their early career. In this case, Birdland didn't open until 1949, when Bacharach was twenty-one and stationed in Germany for his military service, while Sonny Payne didn't join Basie's band until 1954, when Bacharach had been a professional musician for many years. Also Dizzy Gillespie's trumpet bell only got bent on January 6, 1953. But presumably while Bacharach was conflating several memories, he did have some experience in some New York jazz club that led him to want to become a musician. Certainly there were enough great jazz musicians playing the clubs in those days. He went to McGill University to study music for two years, then went to study with Darius Milhaud, a hugely respected modernist composer. Milhaud was also one of the most important music teachers of the time -- among others he'd taught Stockhausen and Xenakkis, and would go on to teach Philip Glass and Steve Reich. This suited Bacharach, who by this point was a big fan of Schoenberg and Webern, and was trying to write atonal, difficult music. But Milhaud had also taught Dave Brubeck, and when Bacharach rather shamefacedly presented him with a composition which had an actual tune, he told Bacharach "Never be ashamed of writing a tune you can whistle". He dropped out of university and, like most men of his generation, had to serve in the armed forces. When he got out of the army, he continued his musical studies, still trying to learn to be an avant-garde composer, this time with Bohuslav Martinů and later with Henry Cowell, the experimental composer we've heard about quite a bit in previous episodes: [Excerpt: Henry Cowell, "Aeolian Harp and Sinister Resonance"] He was still listening to a lot of avant garde music, and would continue doing so throughout the fifties, going to see people like John Cage. But he spent much of that time working in music that was very different from the avant-garde. He got a job as the band leader for the crooner Vic Damone: [Excerpt: Vic Damone. "Ebb Tide"] He also played for the vocal group the Ames Brothers. He decided while he was working with the Ames Brothers that he could write better material than they were getting from their publishers, and that it would be better to have a job where he didn't have to travel, so he got himself a job as a staff songwriter in the Brill Building. He wrote a string of flops and nearly hits, starting with "Keep Me In Mind" for Patti Page: [Excerpt: Patti Page, "Keep Me In Mind"] From early in his career he worked with the lyricist Hal David, and the two of them together wrote two big hits, "Magic Moments" for Perry Como: [Excerpt: Perry Como, "Magic Moments"] and "The Story of My Life" for Marty Robbins: [Excerpt: "The Story of My Life"] But at that point Bacharach was still also writing with other writers, notably Hal David's brother Mack, with whom he wrote the theme tune to the film The Blob, as performed by The Five Blobs: [Excerpt: The Five Blobs, "The Blob"] But Bacharach's songwriting career wasn't taking off, and he got himself a job as musical director for Marlene Dietrich -- a job he kept even after it did start to take off. Part of the problem was that he intuitively wrote music that didn't quite fit into standard structures -- there would be odd bars of unusual time signatures thrown in, unusual harmonies, and structural irregularities -- but then he'd take feedback from publishers and producers who would tell him the song could only be recorded if he straightened it out. He said later "The truth is that I ruined a lot of songs by not believing in myself enough to tell these guys they were wrong." He started writing songs for Scepter Records, usually with Hal David, but also with Bob Hilliard and Mack David, and started having R&B hits. One song he wrote with Mack David, "I'll Cherish You", had the lyrics rewritten by Luther Dixon to make them more harsh-sounding for a Shirelles single -- but the single was otherwise just Bacharach's demo with the vocals replaced, and you can even hear his voice briefly at the beginning: [Excerpt: The Shirelles, "Baby, It's You"] But he'd also started becoming interested in the production side of records more generally. He'd iced that some producers, when recording his songs, would change the sound for the worse -- he thought Gene McDaniels' version of "Tower of Strength", for example, was too fast. But on the other hand, other producers got a better sound than he'd heard in his head. He and Hilliard had written a song called "Please Stay", which they'd given to Leiber and Stoller to record with the Drifters, and he thought that their arrangement of the song was much better than the one he'd originally thought up: [Excerpt: The Drifters, "Please Stay"] He asked Leiber and Stoller if he could attend all their New York sessions and learn about record production from them. He started doing so, and eventually they started asking him to assist them on records. He and Hilliard wrote a song called "Mexican Divorce" for the Drifters, which Leiber and Stoller were going to produce, and as he put it "they were so busy running Redbird Records that they asked me to rehearse the background singers for them in my office." [Excerpt: The Drifters, "Mexican Divorce"] The backing singers who had been brought in to augment the Drifters on that record were a group of vocalists who had started out as members of a gospel group called the Drinkard singers: [Excerpt: The Drinkard Singers, "Singing in My Soul"] The Drinkard Singers had originally been a family group, whose members included Cissy Drinkard, who joined the group aged five (and who on her marriage would become known as Cissy Houston -- her daughter Whitney would later join the family business), her aunt Lee Warrick, and Warrick's adopted daughter Judy Clay. That group were discovered by the great gospel singer Mahalia Jackson, and spent much of the fifties performing with gospel greats including Jackson herself, Clara Ward, and Sister Rosetta Tharpe. But Houston was also the musical director of a group at her church, the Gospelaires, which featured Lee Warrick's two daughters Dionne and Dee Dee Warwick (for those who don't know, the Warwick sisters' birth name was Warrick, spelled with two rs. A printing error led to it being misspelled the same way as the British city on a record label, and from that point on Dionne at least pronounced the w in her misspelled name). And slowly, the Gospelaires rather than the Drinkard Singers became the focus, with a lineup of Houston, the Warwick sisters, the Warwick sisters' cousin Doris Troy, and Clay's sister Sylvia Shemwell. The real change in the group's fortunes came when, as we talked about a while back in the episode on "The Loco-Motion", the original lineup of the Cookies largely stopped working as session singers to become Ray Charles' Raelettes. As we discussed in that episode, a new lineup of Cookies formed in 1961, but it took a while for them to get started, and in the meantime the producers who had been relying on them for backing vocals were looking elsewhere, and they looked to the Gospelaires. "Mexican Divorce" was the first record to feature the group as backing vocalists -- though reports vary as to how many of them are on the record, with some saying it's only Troy and the Warwicks, others saying Houston was there, and yet others saying it was all five of them. Some of these discrepancies were because these singers were so good that many of them left to become solo singers in fairly short order. Troy was the first to do so, with her hit "Just One Look", on which the other Gospelaires sang backing vocals: [Excerpt: Doris Troy, "Just One Look"] But the next one to go solo was Dionne Warwick, and that was because she'd started working with Bacharach and Hal David as their principal demo singer. She started singing lead on their demos, and hoping that she'd get to release them on her own. One early one was "Make it Easy On Yourself", which was recorded by Jerry Butler, formerly of the Impressions. That record was produced by Bacharach, one of the first records he produced without outside supervision: [Excerpt: Jerry Butler, "Make it Easy On Yourself"] Warwick was very jealous that a song she'd sung the demo of had become a massive hit for someone else, and blamed Bacharach and David. The way she tells the story -- Bacharach always claimed this never happened, but as we've already seen he was himself not always the most reliable of narrators of his own life -- she got so angry she complained to them, and said "Don't make me over, man!" And so Bacharach and David wrote her this: [Excerpt: Dionne Warwick, "Don't Make Me Over"] Incidentally, in the UK, the hit version of that was a cover by the Swinging Blue Jeans: [Excerpt: The Swinging Blue Jeans, "Don't Make Me Over"] who also had a huge hit with "You're No Good": [Excerpt: The Swinging Blue Jeans, "You're No Good"] And *that* was originally recorded by *Dee Dee* Warwick: [Excerpt: Dee Dee Warwick, "You're No Good"] Dee Dee also had a successful solo career, but Dionne's was the real success, making the names of herself, and of Bacharach and David. The team had more than twenty top forty hits together, before Bacharach and David had a falling out in 1971 and stopped working together, and Warwick sued both of them for breach of contract as a result. But prior to that they had hit after hit, with classic records like "Anyone Who Had a Heart": [Excerpt: Dionne Warwick, "Anyone Who Had a Heart"] And "Walk On By": [Excerpt: Dionne Warwick, "Walk On By"] With Doris, Dionne, and Dee Dee all going solo, the group's membership was naturally in flux -- though the departed members would occasionally join their former bandmates for sessions, and the remaining members would sing backing vocals on their ex-members' records. By 1965 the group consisted of Cissy Houston, Sylvia Shemwell, the Warwick sisters' cousin Myrna Smith, and Estelle Brown. The group became *the* go-to singers for soul and R&B records made in New York. They were regularly hired by Leiber and Stoller to sing on their records, and they were also the particular favourites of Bert Berns. They sang backing vocals on almost every record he produced. It's them doing the gospel wails on "Cry Baby" by Garnet Mimms: [Excerpt: Garnet Mimms, "Cry Baby"] And they sang backing vocals on both versions of "If You Need Me" -- Wilson Pickett's original and Solomon Burke's more successful cover version, produced by Berns: [Excerpt: Solomon Burke, "If You Need Me"] They're on such Berns records as "Show Me Your Monkey", by Kenny Hamber: [Excerpt: Kenny Hamber, "Show Me Your Monkey"] And it was a Berns production that ended up getting them to be Aretha Franklin's backing group. The group were becoming such an important part of the records that Atlantic and BANG Records, in particular, were putting out, that Jerry Wexler said "it was only a matter of common decency to put them under contract as a featured group". He signed them to Atlantic and renamed them from the Gospelaires to The Sweet Inspirations. Dan Penn and Spooner Oldham wrote a song for the group which became their only hit under their own name: [Excerpt: The Sweet Inspirations, "Sweet Inspiration"] But to start with, they released a cover of Pops Staples' civil rights song "Why (Am I treated So Bad)": [Excerpt: The Sweet Inspirations, "Why (Am I Treated So Bad?)"] That hadn't charted, and meanwhile, they'd all kept doing session work. Cissy had joined Erma and Carolyn Franklin on the backing vocals for Aretha's "I Never Loved a Man the Way I Love You": [Excerpt: Aretha Franklin, "I Never Loved a Man the Way I Love You"] Shortly after that, the whole group recorded backing vocals for Erma's single "Piece of My Heart", co-written and produced by Berns: [Excerpt: Erma Franklin, "Piece of My Heart"] That became a top ten record on the R&B charts, but that caused problems. Aretha Franklin had a few character flaws, and one of these was an extreme level of jealousy for any other female singer who had any level of success and came up in the business after her. She could be incredibly graceful towards anyone who had been successful before her -- she once gave one of her Grammies away to Esther Phillips, who had been up for the same award and had lost to her -- but she was terribly insecure, and saw any contemporary as a threat. She'd spent her time at Columbia Records fuming (with some justification) that Barbra Streisand was being given a much bigger marketing budget than her, and she saw Diana Ross, Gladys Knight, and Dionne Warwick as rivals rather than friends. And that went doubly for her sisters, who she was convinced should be supporting her because of family loyalty. She had been infuriated at John Hammond when Columbia had signed Erma, thinking he'd gone behind her back to create competition for her. And now Erma was recording with Bert Berns. Bert Berns who had for years been a colleague of Jerry Wexler and the Ertegun brothers at Atlantic. Aretha was convinced that Wexler had put Berns up to signing Erma as some kind of power play. There was only one problem with this -- it simply wasn't true. As Wexler later explained “Bert and I had suffered a bad falling-out, even though I had enormous respect for him. After all, he was the guy who brought over guitarist Jimmy Page from England to play on our sessions. Bert, Ahmet, Nesuhi, and I had started a label together—Bang!—where Bert produced Van Morrison's first album. But Bert also had a penchant for trouble. He courted the wise guys. He wanted total control over every last aspect of our business dealings. Finally it was too much, and the Erteguns and I let him go. He sued us for breach of contract and suddenly we were enemies. I felt that he signed Erma, an excellent singer, not merely for her talent but as a way to get back at me. If I could make a hit with Aretha, he'd show me up by making an even bigger hit on Erma. Because there was always an undercurrent of rivalry between the sisters, this only added to the tension.” There were two things that resulted from this paranoia on Aretha's part. The first was that she and Wexler, who had been on first-name terms up to that point, temporarily went back to being "Mr. Wexler" and "Miss Franklin" to each other. And the second was that Aretha no longer wanted Carolyn and Erma to be her main backing vocalists, though they would continue to appear on her future records on occasion. From this point on, the Sweet Inspirations would be the main backing vocalists for Aretha in the studio throughout her golden era [xxcut line (and when the Sweet Inspirations themselves weren't on the record, often it would be former members of the group taking their place)]: [Excerpt: Aretha Franklin, "Ain't Nobody (Gonna Turn Me Around)"] The last day of sessions for Aretha Arrives was July the twenty-third, 1967. And as we heard in the episode on "I Was Made to Love Her", that was the day that the Detroit riots started. To recap briefly, that was four days of rioting started because of a history of racist policing, made worse by those same racist police overreacting to the initial protests. By the end of those four days, the National Guard, 82nd Airborne Division, and the 101st Airborne from Clarksville were all called in to deal with the violence, which left forty-three dead (of whom thirty-three were Black and only one was a police officer), 1,189 people were injured, and over 7,200 arrested, almost all of them Black. Those days in July would be a turning point for almost every musician based in Detroit. In particular, the police had murdered three members of the soul group the Dramatics, in a massacre of which the author John Hersey, who had been asked by President Johnson to be part of the National Advisory Commission on Civil Disorders but had decided that would compromise his impartiality and did an independent journalistic investigation, said "The episode contained all the mythic themes of racial strife in the United States: the arm of the law taking the law into its own hands; interracial sex; the subtle poison of racist thinking by “decent” men who deny they are racists; the societal limbo into which, ever since slavery, so many young black men have been driven by our country; ambiguous justice in the courts; and the devastation in both black and white human lives that follows in the wake of violence as surely as ruinous and indiscriminate flood after torrents" But these were also the events that radicalised the MC5 -- the group had been playing a gig as Tim Buckley's support act when the rioting started, and guitarist Wayne Kramer decided afterwards to get stoned and watch the fires burning down the city through a telescope -- which police mistook for a rifle, leading to the National Guard knocking down Kramer's door. The MC5 would later cover "The Motor City is Burning", John Lee Hooker's song about the events: [Excerpt: The MC5, "The Motor City is Burning"] It would also be a turning point for Motown, too, in ways we'll talk about in a few future episodes. And it was a political turning point too -- Michigan Governor George Romney, a liberal Republican (at a time when such people existed) had been the favourite for the Republican Presidential candidacy when he'd entered the race in December 1966, but as racial tensions ramped up in Detroit during the early months of 1967 he'd started trailing Richard Nixon, a man who was consciously stoking racists' fears. President Johnson, the incumbent Democrat, who was at that point still considering standing for re-election, made sure to make it clear to everyone during the riots that the decision to call in the National Guard had been made at the State level, by Romney, rather than at the Federal level. That wasn't the only thing that removed the possibility of a Romney presidency, but it was a big part of the collapse of his campaign, and the, as it turned out, irrevocable turn towards right-authoritarianism that the party took with Nixon's Southern Strategy. Of course, Aretha Franklin had little way of knowing what was to come and how the riots would change the city and the country over the following decades. What she was primarily concerned about was the safety of her father, and to a lesser extent that of her sister-in-law Earline who was staying with him. Aretha, Carolyn, and Erma all tried to keep in constant touch with their father while they were out of town, and Aretha even talked about hiring private detectives to travel to Detroit, find her father, and get him out of the city to safety. But as her brother Cecil pointed out, he was probably the single most loved man among Black people in Detroit, and was unlikely to be harmed by the rioters, while he was too famous for the police to kill with impunity. Reverend Franklin had been having a stressful time anyway -- he had recently been fined for tax evasion, an action he was convinced the IRS had taken because of his friendship with Dr King and his role in the civil rights movement -- and according to Cecil "Aretha begged Daddy to move out of the city entirely. She wanted him to find another congregation in California, where he was especially popular—or at least move out to the suburbs. But he wouldn't budge. He said that, more than ever, he was needed to point out the root causes of the riots—the economic inequality, the pervasive racism in civic institutions, the woefully inadequate schools in inner-city Detroit, and the wholesale destruction of our neighborhoods by urban renewal. Some ministers fled the city, but not our father. The horror of what happened only recommitted him. He would not abandon his political agenda." To make things worse, Aretha was worried about her father in other ways -- as her marriage to Ted White was starting to disintegrate, she was looking to her father for guidance, and actually wanted him to take over her management. Eventually, Ruth Bowen, her booking agent, persuaded her brother Cecil that this was a job he could do, and that she would teach him everything he needed to know about the music business. She started training him up while Aretha was still married to White, in the expectation that that marriage couldn't last. Jerry Wexler, who only a few months earlier had been seeing Ted White as an ally in getting "product" from Franklin, had now changed his tune -- partly because the sale of Atlantic had gone through in the meantime. He later said “Sometimes she'd call me at night, and, in that barely audible little-girl voice of hers, she'd tell me that she wasn't sure she could go on. She always spoke in generalities. She never mentioned her husband, never gave me specifics of who was doing what to whom. And of course I knew better than to ask. She just said that she was tired of dealing with so much. My heart went out to her. She was a woman who suffered silently. She held so much in. I'd tell her to take as much time off as she needed. We had a lot of songs in the can that we could release without new material. ‘Oh, no, Jerry,' she'd say. ‘I can't stop recording. I've written some new songs, Carolyn's written some new songs. We gotta get in there and cut 'em.' ‘Are you sure?' I'd ask. ‘Positive,' she'd say. I'd set up the dates and typically she wouldn't show up for the first or second sessions. Carolyn or Erma would call me to say, ‘Ree's under the weather.' That was tough because we'd have asked people like Joe South and Bobby Womack to play on the sessions. Then I'd reschedule in the hopes she'd show." That third album she recorded in 1967, Lady Soul, was possibly her greatest achievement. The opening track, and second single, "Chain of Fools", released in November, was written by Don Covay -- or at least it's credited as having been written by Covay. There's a gospel record that came out around the same time on a very small label based in Houston -- "Pains of Life" by Rev. E. Fair And The Sensational Gladys Davis Trio: [Excerpt: Rev. E. Fair And The Sensational Gladys Davis Trio, "Pains of Life"] I've seen various claims online that that record came out shortly *before* "Chain of Fools", but I can't find any definitive evidence one way or the other -- it was on such a small label that release dates aren't available anywhere. Given that the B-side, which I haven't been able to track down online, is called "Wait Until the Midnight Hour", my guess is that rather than this being a case of Don Covay stealing the melody from an obscure gospel record he'd have had little chance to hear, it's the gospel record rewriting a then-current hit to be about religion, but I thought it worth mentioning. The song was actually written by Covay after Jerry Wexler asked him to come up with some songs for Otis Redding, but Wexler, after hearing it, decided it was better suited to Franklin, who gave an astonishing performance: [Excerpt: Aretha Franklin, "Chain of Fools"] Arif Mardin, the arranger of the album, said of that track “I was listed as the arranger of ‘Chain of Fools,' but I can't take credit. Aretha walked into the studio with the chart fully formed inside her head. The arrangement is based around the harmony vocals provided by Carolyn and Erma. To add heft, the Sweet Inspirations joined in. The vision of the song is entirely Aretha's.” According to Wexler, that's not *quite* true -- according to him, Joe South came up with the guitar part that makes up the intro, and he also said that when he played what he thought was the finished track to Ellie Greenwich, she came up with another vocal line for the backing vocals, which she overdubbed. But the core of the record's sound is definitely pure Aretha -- and Carolyn Franklin said that there was a reason for that. As she said later “Aretha didn't write ‘Chain,' but she might as well have. It was her story. When we were in the studio putting on the backgrounds with Ree doing lead, I knew she was singing about Ted. Listen to the lyrics talking about how for five long years she thought he was her man. Then she found out she was nothing but a link in the chain. Then she sings that her father told her to come on home. Well, he did. She sings about how her doctor said to take it easy. Well, he did too. She was drinking so much we thought she was on the verge of a breakdown. The line that slew me, though, was the one that said how one of these mornings the chain is gonna break but until then she'll take all she can take. That summed it up. Ree knew damn well that this man had been doggin' her since Jump Street. But somehow she held on and pushed it to the breaking point." [Excerpt: Aretha Franklin, "Chain of Fools"] That made number one on the R&B charts, and number two on the hot one hundred, kept from the top by "Judy In Disguise (With Glasses)" by John Fred and his Playboy Band -- a record that very few people would say has stood the test of time as well. The other most memorable track on the album was the one chosen as the first single, released in September. As Carole King told the story, she and Gerry Goffin were feeling like their career was in a slump. While they had had a huge run of hits in the early sixties through 1965, they had only had two new hits in 1966 -- "Goin' Back" for Dusty Springfield and "Don't Bring Me Down" for the Animals, and neither of those were anything like as massive as their previous hits. And up to that point in 1967, they'd only had one -- "Pleasant Valley Sunday" for the Monkees. They had managed to place several songs on Monkees albums and the TV show as well, so they weren't going to starve, but the rise of self-contained bands that were starting to dominate the charts, and Phil Spector's temporary retirement, meant there simply wasn't the opportunity for them to place material that there had been. They were also getting sick of travelling to the West Coast all the time, because as their children were growing slightly older they didn't want to disrupt their lives in New York, and were thinking of approaching some of the New York based labels and seeing if they needed songs. They were particularly considering Atlantic, because soul was more open to outside songwriters than other genres. As it happened, though, they didn't have to approach Atlantic, because Atlantic approached them. They were walking down Broadway when a limousine pulled up, and Jerry Wexler stuck his head out of the window. He'd come up with a good title that he wanted to use for a song for Aretha, would they be interested in writing a song called "Natural Woman"? They said of course they would, and Wexler drove off. They wrote the song that night, and King recorded a demo the next morning: [Excerpt: Carole King, "(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman (demo)"] They gave Wexler a co-writing credit because he had suggested the title. King later wrote in her autobiography "Hearing Aretha's performance of “Natural Woman” for the first time, I experienced a rare speechless moment. To this day I can't convey how I felt in mere words. Anyone who had written a song in 1967 hoping it would be performed by a singer who could take it to the highest level of excellence, emotional connection, and public exposure would surely have wanted that singer to be Aretha Franklin." She went on to say "But a recording that moves people is never just about the artist and the songwriters. It's about people like Jerry and Ahmet, who matched the songwriters with a great title and a gifted artist; Arif Mardin, whose magnificent orchestral arrangement deserves the place it will forever occupy in popular music history; Tom Dowd, whose engineering skills captured the magic of this memorable musical moment for posterity; and the musicians in the rhythm section, the orchestral players, and the vocal contributions of the background singers—among them the unforgettable “Ah-oo!” after the first line of the verse. And the promotion and marketing people helped this song reach more people than it might have without them." And that's correct -- unlike "Chain of Fools", this time Franklin did let Arif Mardin do most of the arrangement work -- though she came up with the piano part that Spooner Oldham plays on the record. Mardin said that because of the song's hymn-like feel they wanted to go for a more traditional written arrangement. He said "She loved the song to the point where she said she wanted to concentrate on the vocal and vocal alone. I had written a string chart and horn chart to augment the chorus and hired Ralph Burns to conduct. After just a couple of takes, we had it. That's when Ralph turned to me with wonder in his eyes. Ralph was one of the most celebrated arrangers of the modern era. He had done ‘Early Autumn' for Woody Herman and Stan Getz, and ‘Georgia on My Mind' for Ray Charles. He'd worked with everyone. ‘This woman comes from another planet' was all Ralph said. ‘She's just here visiting.'” [Excerpt: Aretha Franklin, "(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman"] By this point there was a well-functioning team making Franklin's records -- while the production credits would vary over the years, they were all essentially co-productions by the team of Franklin, Wexler, Mardin and Dowd, all collaborating and working together with a more-or-less unified purpose, and the backing was always by the same handful of session musicians and some combination of the Sweet Inspirations and Aretha's sisters. That didn't mean that occasional guests couldn't get involved -- as we discussed in the Cream episode, Eric Clapton played guitar on "Good to Me as I am to You": [Excerpt: Aretha Franklin, "Good to Me as I am to You"] Though that was one of the rare occasions on one of these records where something was overdubbed. Clapton apparently messed up the guitar part when playing behind Franklin, because he was too intimidated by playing with her, and came back the next day to redo his part without her in the studio. At this point, Aretha was at the height of her fame. Just before the final batch of album sessions began she appeared in the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade, and she was making regular TV appearances, like one on the Mike Douglas Show where she duetted with Frankie Valli on "That's Life": [Excerpt: Aretha Franklin and Frankie Valli, "That's Life"] But also, as Wexler said “Her career was kicking into high gear. Contending and resolving both the professional and personal challenges were too much. She didn't think she could do both, and I didn't blame her. Few people could. So she let the personal slide and concentrated on the professional. " Her concert promoter Ruth Bowen said of this time "Her father and Dr. King were putting pressure on her to sing everywhere, and she felt obligated. The record company was also screaming for more product. And I had a mountain of offers on my desk that kept getting higher with every passing hour. They wanted her in Europe. They wanted her in Latin America. They wanted her in every major venue in the U.S. TV was calling. She was being asked to do guest appearances on every show from Carol Burnett to Andy Williams to the Hollywood Palace. She wanted to do them all and she wanted to do none of them. She wanted to do them all because she's an entertainer who burns with ambition. She wanted to do none of them because she was emotionally drained. She needed to go away and renew her strength. I told her that at least a dozen times. She said she would, but she didn't listen to me." The pressures from her father and Dr King are a recurring motif in interviews with people about this period. Franklin was always a very political person, and would throughout her life volunteer time and money to liberal political causes and to the Democratic Party, but this was the height of her activism -- the Civil Rights movement was trying to capitalise on the gains it had made in the previous couple of years, and celebrity fundraisers and performances at rallies were an important way to do that. And at this point there were few bigger celebrities in America than Aretha Franklin. At a concert in her home town of Detroit on February the sixteenth, 1968, the Mayor declared the day Aretha Franklin Day. At the same show, Billboard, Record World *and* Cash Box magazines all presented her with plaques for being Female Vocalist of the Year. And Dr. King travelled up to be at the show and congratulate her publicly for all her work with his organisation, the Southern Christian Leadership Conference. Backstage at that show, Dr. King talked to Aretha's father, Reverend Franklin, about what he believed would be the next big battle -- a strike in Memphis: [Excerpt, Martin Luther King, "Mountaintop Speech" -- "And so, as a result of this, we are asking you tonight, to go out and tell your neighbors not to buy Coca-Cola in Memphis. Go by and tell them not to buy Sealtest milk. Tell them not to buy—what is the other bread?—Wonder Bread. And what is the other bread company, Jesse? Tell them not to buy Hart's bread. As Jesse Jackson has said, up to now, only the garbage men have been feeling pain; now we must kind of redistribute the pain. We are choosing these companies because they haven't been fair in their hiring policies; and we are choosing them because they can begin the process of saying, they are going to support the needs and the rights of these men who are on strike. And then they can move on downtown and tell Mayor Loeb to do what is right."] The strike in question was the Memphis Sanitation Workers' strike which had started a few days before. The struggle for Black labour rights was an integral part of the civil rights movement, and while it's not told that way in the sanitised version of the story that's made it into popular culture, the movement led by King was as much about economic justice as social justice -- King was a democratic socialist, and believed that economic oppression was both an effect of and cause of other forms of racial oppression, and that the rights of Black workers needed to be fought for. In 1967 he had set up a new organisation, the Poor People's Campaign, which was set to march on Washington to demand a program that included full employment, a guaranteed income -- King was strongly influenced in his later years by the ideas of Henry George, the proponent of a universal basic income based on land value tax -- the annual building of half a million affordable homes, and an end to the war in Vietnam. This was King's main focus in early 1968, and he saw the sanitation workers' strike as a major part of this campaign. Memphis was one of the most oppressive cities in the country, and its largely Black workforce of sanitation workers had been trying for most of the 1960s to unionise, and strike-breakers had been called in to stop them, and many of them had been fired by their white supervisors with no notice. They were working in unsafe conditions, for utterly inadequate wages, and the city government were ardent segregationists. After two workers had died on the first of February from using unsafe equipment, the union demanded changes -- safer working conditions, better wages, and recognition of the union. The city council refused, and almost all the sanitation workers stayed home and stopped work. After a few days, the council relented and agreed to their terms, but the Mayor, Henry Loeb, an ardent white supremacist who had stood on a platform of opposing desegregation, and who had previously been the Public Works Commissioner who had put these unsafe conditions in place, refused to listen. As far as he was concerned, he was the only one who could recognise the union, and he wouldn't. The workers continued their strike, marching holding signs that simply read "I am a Man": [Excerpt: Stevie Wonder, "Blowing in the Wind"] The Southern Christian Leadership Conference and the NAACP had been involved in organising support for the strikes from an early stage, and King visited Memphis many times. Much of the time he spent visiting there was spent negotiating with a group of more militant activists, who called themselves The Invaders and weren't completely convinced by King's nonviolent approach -- they believed that violence and rioting got more attention than non-violent protests. King explained to them that while he had been persuaded by Gandhi's writings of the moral case for nonviolent protest, he was also persuaded that it was pragmatically necessary -- asking the young men "how many guns do we have and how many guns do they have?", and pointing out as he often did that when it comes to violence a minority can't win against an armed majority. Rev Franklin went down to Memphis on the twenty-eighth of March to speak at a rally Dr. King was holding, but as it turned out the rally was cancelled -- the pre-rally march had got out of hand, with some people smashing windows, and Memphis police had, like the police in Detroit the previous year, violently overreacted, clubbing and gassing protestors and shooting and killing one unarmed teenage boy, Larry Payne. The day after Payne's funeral, Dr King was back in Memphis, though this time Rev Franklin was not with him. On April the third, he gave a speech which became known as the "Mountaintop Speech", in which he talked about the threats that had been made to his life: [Excerpt: Martin Luther King, "Mountaintop Speech": “And then I got to Memphis. And some began to say the threats, or talk about the threats that were out. What would happen to me from some of our sick white brothers? Well, I don't know what will happen now. We've got some difficult days ahead. But it doesn't matter with me now. Because I've been to the mountaintop. And I don't mind. Like anybody, I would like to live a long life. Longevity has its place. But I'm not concerned about that now. I just want to do God's will. And He's allowed me to go up to the mountain. And I've looked over. And I've seen the promised land. I may not get there with you. But I want you to know tonight, that we, as a people, will get to the promised land. So I'm happy, tonight. I'm not worried about anything. I'm not fearing any man. Mine eyes have seen the glory of the coming of the Lord."] The next day, Martin Luther King was shot dead. James Earl Ray, a white supremacist, pled guilty to the murder, and the evidence against him seems overwhelming from what I've read, but the King family have always claimed that the murder was part of a larger conspiracy and that Ray was not the gunman. Aretha was obviously distraught, and she attended the funeral, as did almost every other prominent Black public figure. James Baldwin wrote of the funeral: "In the pew directly before me sat Marlon Brando, Sammy Davis, Eartha Kitt—covered in black, looking like a lost, ten-year-old girl—and Sidney Poitier, in the same pew, or nearby. Marlon saw me, and nodded. The atmosphere was black, with a tension indescribable—as though something, perhaps the heavens, perhaps the earth, might crack. Everyone sat very still. The actual service sort of washed over me, in waves. It wasn't that it seemed unreal; it was the most real church service I've ever sat through in my life, or ever hope to sit through; but I have a childhood hangover thing about not weeping in public, and I was concentrating on holding myself together. I did not want to weep for Martin, tears seemed futile. But I may also have been afraid, and I could not have been the only one, that if I began to weep I would not be able to stop. There was more than enough to weep for, if one was to weep—so many of us, cut down, so soon. Medgar, Malcolm, Martin: and their widows, and their children. Reverend Ralph David Abernathy asked a certain sister to sing a song which Martin had loved—“Once more,” said Ralph David, “for Martin and for me,” and he sat down." Many articles and books on Aretha Franklin say that she sang at King's funeral. In fact she didn't, but there's a simple reason for the confusion. King's favourite song was the Thomas Dorsey gospel song "Take My Hand, Precious Lord", and indeed almost his last words were to ask a trumpet player, Ben Branch, if he would play the song at the rally he was going to be speaking at on the day of his death. At his request, Mahalia Jackson, his old friend, sang the song at his private funeral, which was not filmed, unlike the public part of the funeral that Baldwin described. Four months later, though, there was another public memorial for King, and Franklin did sing "Take My Hand, Precious Lord" at that service, in front of King's weeping widow and children, and that performance *was* filmed, and gets conflated in people's memories with Jackson's unfilmed earlier performance: [Excerpt: Aretha Franklin, "Take My Hand, Precious Lord (at Martin Luther King Memorial)"] Four years later, she would sing that at Mahalia Jackson's funeral. Through all this, Franklin had been working on her next album, Aretha Now, the sessions for which started more or less as soon as the sessions for Lady Soul had finished. The album was, in fact, bookended by deaths that affected Aretha. Just as King died at the end of the sessions, the beginning came around the time of the death of Otis Redding -- the sessions were cancelled for a day while Wexler travelled to Georgia for Redding's funeral, which Franklin was too devastated to attend, and Wexler would later say that the extra emotion in her performances on the album came from her emotional pain at Redding's death. The lead single on the album, "Think", was written by Franklin and -- according to the credits anyway -- her husband Ted White, and is very much in the same style as "Respect", and became another of her most-loved hits: [Excerpt: Aretha Franklin, "Think"] But probably the song on Aretha Now that now resonates the most is one that Jerry Wexler tried to persuade her not to record, and was only released as a B-side. Indeed, "I Say a Little Prayer" was a song that had already once been a hit after being a reject. Hal David, unlike Burt Bacharach, was a fairly political person and inspired by the protest song movement, and had been starting to incorporate his concerns about the political situation and the Vietnam War into his lyrics -- though as with many such writers, he did it in much less specific ways than a Phil Ochs or a Bob Dylan. This had started with "What the World Needs Now is Love", a song Bacharach and David had written for Jackie DeShannon in 1965: [Excerpt: Jackie DeShannon, "What the "World Needs Now is Love"] But he'd become much more overtly political for "The Windows of the World", a song they wrote for Dionne Warwick. Warwick has often said it's her favourite of her singles, but it wasn't a big hit -- Bacharach blamed himself for that, saying "Dionne recorded it as a single and I really blew it. I wrote a bad arrangement and the tempo was too fast, and I really regret making it the way I did because it's a good song." [Excerpt: Dionne Warwick, "The Windows of the World"] For that album, Bacharach and David had written another track, "I Say a Little Prayer", which was not as explicitly political, but was intended by David to have an implicit anti-war message, much like other songs of the period like "Last Train to Clarksville". David had sons who were the right age to be drafted, and while it's never stated, "I Say a Little Prayer" was written from the perspective of a woman whose partner is away fighting in the war, but is still in her thoughts: [Excerpt: Dionne Warwick, "I Say a Little Prayer"] The recording of Dionne Warwick's version was marked by stress. Bacharach had a particular way of writing music to tell the musicians the kind of feel he wanted for the part -- he'd write nonsense words above the stave, and tell the musicians to play the parts as if they were singing those words. The trumpet player hired for the session, Ernie Royal, got into a row with Bacharach about this unorthodox way of communicating musical feeling, and the track ended up taking ten takes (as opposed to the normal three for a Bacharach session), with Royal being replaced half-way through the session. Bacharach was never happy with the track even after all the work it had taken, and he fought to keep it from being released at all, saying the track was taken at too fast a tempo. It eventually came out as an album track nearly eighteen months after it was recorded -- an eternity in 1960s musical timescales -- and DJs started playing it almost as soon as it came out. Scepter records rushed out a single, over Bacharach's objections, but as he later said "One thing I love about the record business is how wrong I was. Disc jockeys all across the country started playing the track, and the song went to number four on the charts and then became the biggest hit Hal and I had ever written for Dionne." [Excerpt: Dionne Warwick, "I Say a Little Prayer"] Oddly, the B-side for Warwick's single, "Theme From the Valley of the Dolls" did even better, reaching number two. Almost as soon as the song was released as a single, Franklin started playing around with the song backstage, and in April 1968, right around the time of Dr. King's death, she recorded a version. Much as Burt Bacharach had been against releasing Dionne Warwick's version, Jerry Wexler was against Aretha even recording the song, saying later “I advised Aretha not to record it. I opposed it for two reasons. First, to cover a song only twelve weeks after the original reached the top of the charts was not smart business. You revisit such a hit eight months to a year later. That's standard practice. But more than that, Bacharach's melody, though lovely, was peculiarly suited to a lithe instrument like Dionne Warwick's—a light voice without the dark corners or emotional depths that define Aretha. Also, Hal David's lyric was also somewhat girlish and lacked the gravitas that Aretha required. “Aretha usually listened to me in the studio, but not this time. She had written a vocal arrangement for the Sweet Inspirations that was undoubtedly strong. Cissy Houston, Dionne's cousin, told me that Aretha was on the right track—she was seeing this song in a new way and had come up with a new groove. Cissy was on Aretha's side. Tommy Dowd and Arif were on Aretha's side. So I had no choice but to cave." It's quite possible that Wexler's objections made Franklin more, rather than less, determined to record the song. She regarded Warwick as a hated rival, as she did almost every prominent female singer of her generation and younger ones, and would undoubtedly have taken the implication that there was something that Warwick was simply better at than her to heart. [Excerpt: Aretha Franklin, "I Say a Little Prayer"] Wexler realised as soon as he heard it in the studio that Franklin's version was great, and Bacharach agreed, telling Franklin's biographer David Ritz “As much as I like the original recording by Dionne, there's no doubt that Aretha's is a better record. She imbued the song with heavy soul and took it to a far deeper place. Hers is the definitive version.” -- which is surprising because Franklin's version simplifies some of Bacharach's more unusual chord voicings, something he often found extremely upsetting. Wexler still though thought there was no way the song would be a hit, and it's understandable that he thought that way. Not only had it only just been on the charts a few months earlier, but it was the kind of song that wouldn't normally be a hit at all, and certainly not in the kind of rhythmic soul music for which Franklin was known. Almost everything she ever recorded is in simple time signatures -- 4/4, waltz time, or 6/8 -- but this is a Bacharach song so it's staggeringly metrically irregular. Normally even with semi-complex things I'm usually good at figuring out how to break it down into bars, but here I actually had to purchase a copy of the sheet music in order to be sure I was right about what's going on. I'm going to count beats along with the record here so you can see what I mean. The verse has three bars of 4/4, one bar of 2/4, and three more bars of 4/4, all repeated: [Excerpt: Aretha Franklin, "I Say a Little Prayer" with me counting bars over verse] While the chorus has a bar of 4/4, a bar of 3/4 but with a chord change half way through so it sounds like it's in two if you're paying attention to the harmonic changes, two bars of 4/4, another waltz-time bar sounding like it's in two, two bars of four, another bar of three sounding in two, a bar of four, then three more bars of four but the first of those is *written* as four but played as if it's in six-eight time (but you can keep the four/four pulse going if you're counting): [Excerpt: Aretha Franklin, "I Say a Little Prayer" with me counting bars over verse] I don't expect you to have necessarily followed that in great detail, but the point should be clear -- this was not some straightforward dance song. Incidentally, that bar played as if it's six/eight was something Aretha introduced to make the song even more irregular than how Bacharach wrote it. And on top of *that* of course the lyrics mixed the secular and the sacred, something that was still taboo in popular music at that time -- this is only a couple of years after Capitol records had been genuinely unsure about putting out the Beach Boys' "God Only Knows", and Franklin's gospel-inflected vocals made the religious connection even more obvious. But Franklin was insistent that the record go out as a single, and eventually it was released as the B-side to the far less impressive "The House That Jack Built". It became a double-sided hit, with the A-side making number two on the R&B chart and number seven on the Hot One Hundred, while "I Say a Little Prayer" made number three on the R&B chart and number ten overall. In the UK, "I Say a Little Prayer" made number four and became her biggest ever solo UK hit. It's now one of her most-remembered songs, while the A-side is largely forgotten: [Excerpt: Aretha Franklin, "I Say a Little Prayer"] For much of the
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