Podcasts about playful

It started with a glass figurine.In a rented townhouse, one small object kept falling — not straight down, not gently tipping — but landing far from where it should have. None of the other items around it ever moved. At first, she blamed vibrations. Then she saw it happen.What followed wasn't dark or violent, but it was persistent. Small disturbances. Playful interference. Moments that felt intentional. So she did something unexpected. She gave it rules.And when she threatened something bigger, the activity changed. Some hauntings feel oppressive. This one felt… personal.#RealGhostStories #PlayfulSpirit #PoltergeistActivity #HauntedTownhouse #ParanormalEncounter #SpiritCommunication #TricksterEntity #UnexplainedPhenomena #GhostActivity Love real ghost stories? Want even more?Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access:

Adam works with a client who feels anxious initiating or responding to initiations for sex, feeling pressure and anxiety. Adam helps them to rewire their thoughts to feel playful and carefree rather than pressured, using hypnosis and NLP techniques. To access a subscriber-only version with no intro, outro, explanation, or ad breaks and 24 hours earlier than everyone else, tap 'Subscribe' nearby or click the following link.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/adam-cox858/subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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In basketball, players are on a court. They bounce the ball. They throw it. They want the ball to go into the basket. When it does, the crowd cheers!打籃球時，球員在場上拍球、傳球、投球，努力讓球射進籃框。球一進去，觀眾就歡呼。Click HERE for the full transcript!

1️⃣ “Wait… What?”Introduce the bold claim from Vogue: 2026 is “the year of the crack.”Immediate clarification: Not drugs — backside cleavage.Quick reactions and comedic shock factor.2️⃣ Where Is This Coming From?High-end designers embracing ultra low-rise jeans.Trend spotted on major fashion runways (including Milan shows).The return of early-2000s low-cut denim for both men and women.3️⃣ Celebrity InfluenceCelebrities experimenting with the look:Kendall JennerZoë KravitzHailey BieberKylie JennerDiscussion: Does it only “work” on certain body types?Is this a real trend or celebrity shock value?4️⃣ Real Life vs. RunwayWould everyday people actually wear this?The difference between fashion events and real-world settings (like hanging out in Apollo Beach).Age limits on low-rise jeans — should there be one?5️⃣ Fashion Authority… or Fashion Absurdity?Is Vogue pushing boundaries or just chasing headlines?How much does the average person even follow high fashion anymore?Confession: Shopping basics from Amazon vs. runway couture.6️⃣ Final Verdict SegmentWould you try the trend?Is plumber's crack chic… or should it stay accidental?Playful closing debate: “Fashion statement or fashion mistake?”See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

German grammar is known for being precise and a bit intimidating. But if offers far more room for play than most learners realise. In this episode, we take a light-hearted look at this "scary" topic and show how you can acutally have fun with German grammar. Our guests are Mareike Schmidt, DAAD lecturer at the University of Auckland, and linguist Leo Kretzenbacher. - Die deutsche Grammatik gilt als streng und schwer zugänglich. Dabei steckt in ihr mehr Spielpotential, als wir ahnen. In dieser Episode nähern wir uns dem "Angstthema" Grammatik - und haben Spaß dabei. Unsere Gäste sind Mareike Schmidt, DAAD-Lektorin an der University of Auckland, und der Linguist Leo Kretzenbacher.

I'd love to hear from you - Send me a text message Healing Isn't Serious, It's Sacred and PlayfulSomewhere along the way, healing became heavy.We were taught that growth has to be intense. That transformation must be serious. That if we're not digging deep into trauma, we're not doing it “properly.”But what if healing is not meant to feel like punishment?In this episode, I explore the power of joy, laughter, and lightness in the healing journey. We talk about why some of our most powerful, grounded, and clear moments happen when we are laughing deeply… when we feel playful… when we feel safe.I share reflections on:• Why joy is a sign of nervous system safety• How seriousness can become a survival pattern• The energetic power of laughter• Reconnecting with your inner child• How subtle inner child work can create profound shifts• Healing across time — past, present, and futureThere is great power in joy.There is clarity in play.There is healing in celebration.This episode is an invitation to soften… to reconnect with the part of you that once felt carefree… and to remember that healing is not just about processing pain, it's also about reclaiming your light.The episode concludes with a separate guided meditation: Inner Child Joy Activation.May this be your reminder that healing isn't serious.It's sacred.And it's playful.

In the next episode of Meet Team USA Figure Skating (Frozen Waters), a special mini-series from Unfiltered Waters, Katie sits down with Isabeau Levito, 2024 World silver medalist and 2023 U.S. National champion, for a candid conversation about expectations, confidence, and staying true to herself on the road to the Olympics. Isabeau reflects on the pressure of being “one of the expected spots,” the difference between skating because you get to versus because you have to, and how learning to sit with expectations has shaped her growth. She opens up about not giving up on hard days, building a strong ballet foundation, and why being a “fighter” matters more than perfection. Playful, self-aware, and unapologetically authentic—yes, her word is “diva”—this conversation closes out Frozen Waters as a deeper look at the journeys, identities, and inner lives of Team USA figure skaters on the road to the Games.-----Subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast platform, and follow us on social media (https://linktr.ee/unfilteredwaters) for clips, bonus content, and updates throughout the week.-----FOLLOW KATIE ON:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kthoff7/-----FOLLOW MISSY ON:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/missyfranklin88/-----#UnfilteredWaters #WinterOlympics #FigureSkating

“What most people want to get out of choir is to feel a progression, that they slowly master the craft of choral music. For every warm-up, I boil it down to make it simple but also find the sweet spot where I can challenge the singers to get out of their comfort zone or dare to fail. The bravery to fail is crucial to the music making we'll be doing after the warm-up. Exercises that are on the brink of what is doable will have them on the edge of their seat in a playful spirit. It's always with a smile, always fun. If you make a mistake, no one will judge you. We can't grow if we don't make mistakes.”Jonas Rasmussen (b. 1992) is a Danish conductor, composer, content creator and educator who has quickly established himself as one of the most distinctive choral voices of his generation. Known for his ability to combine artistic ambition with playfulness and accessibility, he is the Artistic Director of Ensemble Novum, Academic Choir Aarhus and Youth Choir Aarhus U, and teaches classical choral conducting at the Royal Academy of Music, Aarhus.Jonas' ensembles have won some of the most prestigious international choral prizes, including the World Choral Championship in Tokyo (2019), the Grand Prix at the Rimini International Choral Competition (2018), the European Broadcasting Union's competition Let the Peoples Sing in Barcelona (2019), and the World Choral Cup in Barcelona (2022). In 2023 and again in 2025, he brought home multiple gold medals at the European Choir Games, Europe's biggest choral competition. Both his ensembles choirs are now ranked in the top 10 on INTERKULTUR's official top 1000 list of choirs from all around the world – with Youth Choir Aarhus U as #2 and Academic Choir Aarhus as #8.Education and mentorship are central to Jonas' work. In 2025, he started to post content online for a wider international audience and the response has been remarkable. In the first 10 months, Jonas has achieved just short of 350.000 followers across platforms and that number is quickly growing. He is frequently invited as a workshop leader for choral organizations in Denmark and abroad where his engaging style and ability to connect with singers of all levels are widely appreciated. Jonas' vision is to position choral music as a living, evolving art form – not a museum piece, but something that constantly redefines itself through collaboration, innovation, and community. Whether on the concert stage, in a classroom, or online, his work is driven by the belief that choir singing is one of the most powerful ways to create meaning and connection between people.To get in touch with Jonas, you can find him on Instagram (@choirconductor).Email choirfampodcast@gmail.com to contact our hosts.Podcast music from Podcast.coPhoto in episode artwork by Trace Hudson

We would LOVE to hear what you think. Please drop a line.OverviewHosts: Infinite and BrickGuest: Jonathen Whitford, Founder, CEO, Artist & HostFocus: Jonathen's journey from a banking assistant manager to a software entrepreneur, artist, and the founder of Karaoverse; his creative vision, the mission behind Karaoverse, and how he blends technology, entertainment, and community to empower local artists and hosts.Tone: Honest, imaginative, and forward-thinking as Jonathen shares personal and professional insights.What you'll hearArtist and entrepreneur profile**: A look into Jonathen Whitford as an artist and as a founder, with context available on his Artist Profile.Karaoverse origin and evolution**: How a banking career, karaoke hosting, and a passion for software engineering converged into a free, end-to-end ecosystem for local entertainment.Product and mission depth**: An inside view of Karaoverse's features—customizable profiles, booking systems, integrated calendars, free marketing tools, a map-based event finder, invoicing, contracts, and the artist job board—designed to connect artists, hosts, venues, DJs, performers, and patrons.Platform philosophy**: Why Karaoverse exists as a free, inclusive space intended to equalize opportunity for the local entertainment community.Playful to practical balance**: The balance between creative ambition and practical tools that support real-world gigs and opportunities.Music ecosystem and discoverability**: Discussion on Apple Music and Spotify playlist integration for artists to showcase their work, with emphasis on how Karaoverse supports discovery and opportunities for performers.For listeners who want to explore moreFurther reading**: Jonathen Whitford Artist Profile for more on the artist's work and background.Karaoverse overview**: About Karaoverse for a general understanding of the platform, its purpose, and its growing ecosystem.Tech-meets-entertainment**: The intersection of software engineering, entrepreneurship, and live entertainment in building community-driven tools.Why listenAn insightful conversation with a multi-haceted creator who blends artistry with technology to empower the local arts scene.A candid look at switching careers and building a platform that aims to democratize opportunities in entertainment.Inspiration for creators who want to leverage tech to streamline and amplify their craft.Release date: 2-18-26Duration: Approximately 96 minutesSupport the show

In this episode of the show, I am happy to bring on Bethany Bankovich, CVPM, CVT, MHRM, CCFP, Hospital Administrator at Neffsville Veterinary Clinic. We tall about how to be playful and engaging on social media without undermining your practice's credibility. Bethany truly has a wealth of insight from managing practices, leading teams, and experimenting with strategies that actually work in the day-to-day reality of veterinary medicine! We focus on building an authentic online presence that reflects your clinic's personality, values, and culture, with Bethany sharing why it's so important to define your voice before chasing trends and how authenticity creates trust with both current and prospective clients. We also discuss how to balance showing your team and doctors as approachable and relatable while maintaining professionalism and credibility. Hear why humor and fun content are powerful tools but only when they're intentional and educational rather than forced. We also cover practical strategies for capturing real moments, celebrating milestones, and creating educational content that resonates with clients, with Bethany explaining how consistent posting that is tailored to the platforms your clients actually use builds engagement and encourages word-of-mouth marketing. We talk about rotating content between educational posts, behind-the-scenes glimpses, and celebrations to keep things fresh, and Bethany shares tips for planning ahead, scheduling posts, and taking advantage of simple, affordable tools such as Canva, Adobe Express, and PictoChart to make social media management manageable for busy teams! Listen in to come away with a clear understanding of how to use social media as an extension of your practice: a place to build trust, showcase your culture, highlight your patients, and connect with clients in truly meaningful, authentic ways! Show Notes: [3:05] - Define your online identity and values before posting or else trends will feel forced and fake. [5:53] - Bethany points out how social media should reflect your clinic's identity, not chase trends that risk credibility. [8:23] - Clients need doctors to be relatable yet maintain professionalism and medical expertise simultaneously. [9:20] - Bethany advocates for prioritizing clarity and trustworthiness on social media; humor should support, not replace, authenticity. [12:15] - Real, intentional content builds up trust, while generic posts risk alienating potential clients. [14:34] - Bethany argues that thoughtful trends and playful content using real staff and patients strengthen authenticity and connection. [17:13] - Bethany argues for the importance of consistency. [19:13] - Learn how deeply clients research you online to understand and improve engagement effectively. [23:56] - Bethany advises focusing on a few familiar platforms and posting consistently rather than spreading thin. [25:25] - It's important to allow staff who enjoy platforms to manage content and highlight education, celebrations, and behind-the-scenes moments. [28:49] - Bethany believes that educational content can be fun and engaging by showing pets naturally enjoying treatments. [31:18] - Celebrating milestones, pets, and staff humanizes the practice and strengthens client trust. [33:49] - Bethany explains how national days and everyday moments can help inspire content, which can be prepared well in advance. [35:42] - Affordable tools such as Canva and Adobe Express make content creation faster and more consistent. [38:18] - I share how scheduling posts in advance and staying consistent prevents last-minute stress and maintains engagement. [40:08] - In closing, Bethany asserts that your online presence should reflect culture, balancing fun, professionalism, and authentic engagement. Thank you for listening. Remember you are not in this alone. Visit our website for more resources. Links and Resources: VHMA Web Page VHMA Coronavirus Resources VHMA Facebook VHMA Twitter VHMA on Linkedin Bethany Bankovich on LinkedIn Neffsville Veterinary Clinic Web Page Neffsville Veterinary Clinic on LinkedIn HazComReady Web Page

Ryan Stephen (https://x.com/Ryan__Stephen) is a product designer at Microsoft, but the reason I wanted to interview him is because he's the man behind some of my favorite design experiments on Twitter.So in this episode Ryan gives us a behind-the-scenes look at his creative process, the tools in his stack, and how he approaches effective storytelling in design.Some highlights:- How Ryan sparks creativity- The power of putting your work on Twitter- How Ryan thinks about investing in his career- Ryan's mental model for fidelity and prototyping- The lessons Ryan's learned about effective storytelling- The tools and techniques Ryan uses to make ideas feel real- + a lot more

Branding Your Podcast Your podcast brand is the story you're telling before a listener ever hears your voice. It's built through your artwork, your title, your description, and the tone you use everywhere your show shows up. Today, Blubrry discusses how, when and why you should change up your podcast branding. Today's Hosts: MacKenzie Bennett and Aaron Hope 1. Branding Is More Than Just Artwork Your cover art is important — but it's only one piece of the puzzle. Your show name, episode titles, descriptions, and even how you introduce yourself all contribute to your overall brand. When those elements work together, your podcast feels intentional and trustworthy. 2. Consistency Builds Recognition Strong brands feel familiar. Using consistent colors, fonts, language, and tone helps listeners recognize your show instantly — whether they see it in a podcast app, on social media, or on your website. Consistency isn't about being boring; it's about being memorable. 3. Your Podcast Should Have a Personality Every podcast has a personality — even if it's accidental. The key is making sure that personality matches your content and your audience. Is your show conversational or polished? Playful or serious? Educational or storytelling-driven? Your branding should set the right expectations from the start.   4. Standing Out Doesn't Mean Following Trends Trends come and go, but clarity lasts. You don't need flashy design or gimmicks to stand out. The most effective podcast brands clearly communicate who the show is for, what it's about, and why someone should care — at a glance. 5. When to Refresh Your Podcast Brand If your show has evolved, your branding should evolve too. A refresh might make sense if your audience has changed, your topic has narrowed or expanded, or your current artwork no longer reflects the quality of your content.

Questions Without GravityIn Arteetude 320, we open the microphones to the world.After four deeply philosophical episodes on gravity, trauma, embodiment, free fall and the body as orientation, listeners from different cultural backgrounds respond — and ask back.From psychology to neuroscience, from performance art to cosmology, from philosophy to lived experience:What happens when gravity becomes metaphor?Can trauma distort time?Is the body a biological instrument — or our last reality check?And why does thinking become dangerous when it floats too far from the ground?Together with AI Co-Host Sophia, I answer ten questions from international listeners — not as an expert panel, but as a living conversation.Because Arteetude is not a lecture.It's a field experiment in thinking with gravity.The episode closes with a new Arteetude Q&A song — multilingual, playful, reflective — where questions themselves become rhythm.Detlef Schlich is a rock musician, podcaster, visual artist, filmmaker, ritual designer, and media archaeologist based in West Cork. He is recognised for his seminal work, including a scholarly examination of the intersections between shamanism, art, and digital culture, and his acclaimed video installation, Transodin's Tragedy. He primarily works in performance, photography, painting, sound, installations, and film. In his work, he reflects on the human condition and uses the digital shaman's methodology as an alter ego to create artwork. His media archaeology is a conceptual and practical exercise in uncovering the unique aesthetic, cultural, and political aspects of media in culture.WEBSITE LINKS WAW Official YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@WAWBand"The Niles Bittersweet Song" WAW BandcampSilent NightIn a world shadowed by conflict and unrest, we, Dirk Schlömer & Detlef Schlich, felt compelled to reinterpret 'Silent Night' to reflect the complexities and contradictions of modern life.https://studiomuskau.bandcamp.com/track/silent-nightWild Atlantic WayThis results from a trip to West Cork, Ireland, where the beautiful Coastal "Wild Atlantic Way" reaches along the whole west coast!https://studiomuskau.bandcamp.com/track/wild-atlantic-wayYOU TUBE*Silent Night Reimagined* A Multilayered Avant-Garde Journey by WAW aka Dirk Schlömer & Detlef Schlichhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dAbytLSfgCwDetlef SchlichInstagramDetlef Schlich ArTEEtude I love West Cork Artists FacebookDetlef Schlich I love West Cork Artists Group ArTEEtudeYouTube Channelsvisual PodcastArTEEtudeCute Alien TV official WebsiteArTEEtude Detlef Schlich Det Design Tribal Loop Download here for free Detlef Schlich´s Essay about the Cause and Effect of Shamanism, Art and Digital Culturehttps://www.researchgate.net/publication/303749640_Shamanism_Art_and_Digital_Culture_Cause_and_EffectSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/arteetude-a-podcast-with-artists-by-detlef-schlich/donations

Have you ever wondered what it really takes to rebuild your confidence after a major heartbreak?  In Episode 430 of The Charisma Quotient, "Reclaiming Confidence, Flirting, and Visibility After Heartbreak with The Golden Bachelor's Cindy Cullers" Kimmy welcomes Golden Bachelor finalist, Cindy Culler, for an open and deeply personal conversation about dating confidence in the second act and the power of showing up.    In this episode, Kimmy shares her signature "red dress moment"—the small outward change that catalyzed massive inward growth—and how taking action outside her comfort zone helped her step into confidence after her divorce. Cindy reveals how Kimmy's advice played a vital role in her own post-divorce journey, inspiring her to shed the "mom mode," say yes to new experiences, and ultimately land on national television.   You'll hear Cindy recount the real transformation that happened when she decided to show up boldly—both in life and love—including behind-the-scenes stories from the Golden Bachelor and how she used Kimmy's advice and became a "flirting coach" for her castmates.   You'll hear: Cindy's candid account of moving from the shadows to center stage, and how she reclaimed her sense of self after divorce. Why wearing red—and stepping into visibility—can be a game changer, with research-backed reasons men are drawn to this bold color. How to rebuild confidence from the outside in, not just by thinking, but by taking action. Playful and approachable flirting tips that work (straight from Cindy's Golden Bachelor adventures!) The importance of not settling—setting boundaries, getting clear on what you want, and refusing to play small in love or life.   If you're ready to reclaim your sexy confidence, join Kimmy's co-ed Flirting Made Easy Workshop. Register here www.stophatingdating.com and grab your spot.    Charisma Quotient Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and many of your other favorite podcast channels. ************************************************⁣ Kimmy Seltzer is a Confidence Therapist and Authentic Dating Strategist implementing targeted style, emotional and social intelligence to your life. ⁣ ************************************************⁣ Would you like to connect with Kimmy?⁣ Website:  https://kimmyseltzer.com/⁣ Chat: https://www.kimmyseltzer.com/breakthrough-session/ Instagram: @kimmyseltzer Twitter: @kimmyseltzer Join her FREE Facebook Group Love Makeover Insiders:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/lovemakeovers Take her Flirt Quiz to see what kind of flirt you are www.flirtover40.com  

Men need romantic energy, not just good conversation, to feel connection.Many “great” first dates fail because no spark is created.Playfulness opens attraction without requiring sex.Female embodiment begins with confidence and being present in your body.The “bell jar” effect creates deep emotional connection by focusing fully on each other.Men are often afraid of rejection and shame, so they wait for women to signal openness.Touching your own body, hair, or leaning in subtly invites masculine energy.Playfulness comes from the heart. Flirting can feel strategic or manipulative.Sensuality is different from overt sexuality.A good man understands that playfulness does not equal instant sex.You always have the power to say no while staying warm and playful.Boundaries work best when delivered with softness and humor.Learn the difference between the short game (fast sex) and long game (emotional foundation).High caliber women naturally inspire men to play the long game.If a man pushes too far, playful boundary phrases preserve attraction.Real intimacy grows from friendship, trust, safety, and shared experience.Playfulness mirrors a man's masculinity back to him and builds emotional investment. Continue On Your Journey: Lisa Shield| YouTube | Facebook | Instagram | Book a Call with LisaEmail the podcast at: podcast@lisashield.com

Point systems are everywhere. Ready for movie night? Consult Rotten Tomatoes. Vetting a new pediatrician? See how many stars they have. At work, it can be even more pervasive: There's KPIs and ROIs because success has to be measurable.  But what happens when we boil something down to one nice number? What do we lose? Philosopher C. Thi Nguyen, author of the new book The Score, joins Host Flora Lichtman to explore how metrics can be soul-crushing in work and in life, yet keeping score is freeing in the world of games. Read an excerpt from The Score: How to Stop Playing Somebody Else's Game.Guest:Dr. C. Thi Nguyen is a philosophy professor at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City. He's the author of The Score: How to Stop Playing Somebody Else's Game.Transcripts for each episode are available within 1-3 days at sciencefriday.com. Subscribe to this podcast. Plus, to stay updated on all things science, sign up for Science Friday's newsletters.

#JamesKochalka #AmericanElf #JohnnyBoo #DragonPuncher #CartoonistLaureate #VermontComics #IndieComics #DiaryComics #JamesKochalkaSuperstar #GlorkianWarrior #KidsComics #GraphicNovels #CartoonistLife #ComicsProcess #StorycomicPresents   In this episode of Storycomic Presents, I'm joined by James Kochalka—Eisner, Ignatz, and Harvey Award–winning cartoonist, rock musician, and the very first Cartoonist Laureate of Vermont. James' work ranges from his long-running daily diary strip James Kochalka Superstar, and even video games like Glorkian Warrior.  We're not here to promote one new thing—we're here to have a real conversation. We talk about drawing your life every day, why he once declared that “craft is the enemy,” how simplicity and sincerity can carry more power than polish, and what he's learned from a lifetime of making songs, comics, games, and art out of whatever is in front of him.  If you care about creativity itself—how to stay playful, stay honest, and keep going over decades—this is one you'll want to hear. The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ https://twitter.com/storycomic1 For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

How do you move forward with AI in schools when staff confidence is all over the place? Jeff Utecht and Tricia Friedman address one of the most persistent leadership challenges in AI literacy implementation. Within the same faculty, some educators are experimenting confidently with tools and workflows while others feel intimidated, skeptical, or frustrated by rapid change. Jeff and Tricia frame the issue through a mindset-first lens and introduce practical leadership moves grounded in BAKE: balance, adaptability, knowledge sharing, and empathy. The conversation begins with a simple leadership truth: confidence grows through a beginner's stance, repetition, and low-stakes practice, not perfection on day one. Tricia shares a "pumpkin patch" analogy for learning something new and models how leaders can normalize experimentation and productive struggle for staff. From there, the episode explores how leaders can reduce anxiety and build confidence by "level setting" foundational understanding of how AI works. When teachers grasp what is happening under the hood, they are more willing to engage, ask better questions, and try new workflows. A central theme is personalization. Confidence increases when educators connect AI learning to what they already love about teaching, then use AI to enhance that strength rather than asking teachers to adopt tools for their own sake. The hosts also highlight the importance of playful, low-stakes experimentation outside of school contexts, from recipe support to pop-culture research challenges, as a way to learn tool boundaries without the pressure of classroom performance. The episode closes with a clear leadership stance: sustained learning matters. AI capabilities are changing quickly, so professional learning cannot be treated as a one-time training. Adaptability requires ongoing documentation of experiments, time-stamped learning, and renewed emphasis on media literacy as AI becomes more persuasive and more embedded in everyday life. If you are leading AI literacy in a school or district and trying to support both early adopters and hesitant educators, this episode offers a grounded approach to building momentum without fracturing culture. In this episode, you will hear about leading AI literacy when teacher confidence varies widely, progress over perfection and the beginner's stance, differentiated professional learning for AI, foundational understanding of how AI works, low-stakes experimentation that increases staff buy-in, balancing voices of early adopters and skeptics, adaptability as AI tools evolve, and mindset-first change management through the BAKE Framework. Explore the BAKE resources and multiple ways to engage, including a four-week email series, PLC slide decks, a live cohort, and school-wide implementation: https://www.shiftingschools.com/ Our show is edited and produced by Sagheer M. Learn more about his work: https://www.upwork.com/freelancers/~01a20f0c0c32996d55 Are you signed up for Crayola Creativity Week? https://www.crayola.com/learning/creativity-week Reach out to learn with us: info@shiftingschools.com 00:00 Welcome and Series Context Jeff frames the third and final BAKE episode and names the core leadership question about uneven staff confidence. 01:30 Why Confidence Gaps Are Normal When Learning Something New Using the beginner's stance and the pumpkin patch example to normalize discomfort and learning curves. 03:30 Progress Over Perfection in Teaching and Leadership Why educators often expect mastery too quickly and how modeling learning matters. 05:30 The Leadership Challenge of Mixed AI Confidence High flyers, hesitant staff, and the tension leaders feel managing both groups. 08:00 Level Setting: How Understanding AI Builds Confidence Why explaining how AI works reduces fear and increases willingness to engage. 10:30 Passion-Based Entry Points for AI Learning Connecting AI use to what educators already love doing in their work. 13:00 Playful, Low-Stakes AI Experiments Using non-school examples to explore AI without pressure or risk. 15:30 Pop Culture as a Confidence Builder The Taylor Swift research experiment and why interest drives learning. 18:00 Abundance of Information and Better Questions Why confidence grows when educators move from answers to inquiry. 20:00 Empathy First: Leading With BAKE Starting with empathy before tools, expertise, or expectations. 21:45 Knowledge Sharing Inside and Outside the Classroom Why sharing personal AI use builds collective confidence. 23:15 Adaptability in a Fast-Changing AI Landscape Why AI learning must be ongoing, time-stamped, and revisited. 25:15 Balance: Creating Space for All Voices Supporting both skeptics and early adopters through reciprocal dialogue. 27:15 Key Takeaways and Next Steps Mindset-first leadership, community, and how schools can engage further with BAKE.  

On Today's episode.Naughty in the Stacks (Dallas) Fresh-out-of-college paralegal sneaks to the forgotten, dusty 6th-floor archive room with a handsome associate. A soft hand on her ass turns into clothes on the floor, hard sex on dusty carpet, multiple shattering orgasms, and a stolen key for weekly secret rendezvous. The unlocked door and the constant risk of someone walking in? Pure adrenaline.Foot-Rub Flirt Gone Filthy (Dripping in Dallas) A teasing wife drops her panties, places her bare feet in her husband's friend's lap, strokes him to orgasm through his jeans with her toes while flashing her glistening pussy—leaving him to flee in embarrassment and her husband to claim her wildly on the same couch moments later. Now hubby's pushing for “more than a foot rub” next time.Couch Tease to Mutual Release (Dripping & Daring in Denver) A bold wife stretches out between her husband and his friend on the couch, flashes her bare pussy, gets fingered while sucking one cock and foot-stroking the other—ending in a loud, shaking orgasm that leaves both men (and the couch) soaked. Playful escalation with clear permission and a hungry “next time” vibe.Spit-Roast Surrender with Help (Throbbing in Tampa) A husband dares his wife into her ultimate MFM fantasy: nervous buildup, pinned-down begging, deep-throating one while the other pounds from behind, Brian guiding his brother in, and a cum-filled frenzy that still has her cumming just writing about it.Closing Themes This episode is about the intoxicating rush of forbidden places and unlocked doors: the archive room key, the couch nobody leaves, the quiet 6th floor, the living-room floor with the door wide open. When the risk is real and the tease is slow, the surrender is explosive.Join us over on Discord. https://discord.gg/uqqxsCSDfwContentWarning: This episode contains explicit sexual content, including graphic descriptions of nudity, public sex, infidelity, and boundary-pushing consensual fantasies. Stories are fictional and depict enthusiastic consent. Listener discretion advised; 18+ only. Submissions involving bestiality, incest, underage role-play, rape, non-consensual content, or racial slurs are not aired. Get Involved:Submit Your Story: Got a secret fantasy or steamy confession? Write to Nikky at Nikky@dearnikky.com or submit anonymously at DearNikky.com/confessions.By submitting, you certify:You're the sole creator of the submission.You're 18+ and legally able to submit erotic material.No prohibited themes (bestiality, incest, underage, rape, non-consensual content, racial slurs).Names/identifiable info may be changed.You release all rights to the submission.Say Hello: Have a burning fantasy or just want to chat? Email Nikky@dearnikky.com or connect on Twitter (@DNikky162), Instagram (@DNikky162) , or Facebook (@DearNikky). Nikky wants to hear your naughtiest thoughts!Support the Show: Love these private peeks into filthy lives? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify,  Spreaker or your favorite platform to help new listeners discover the heat. Your support keeps the conversation sizzling!Support Nikky:Discord. https://discord.gg/uqqxsCSDfwContentPatreon: Unlock exclusive confessions, bonus thoughts, and steamy Q&As at Patreon.com/DearNikky. Join the inner circle for extra spice!Nectar.ai: Explore your wildest fantasies with immersive AI experiences at Nectar.ai. Perfect for Frisky Friday fans craving more.Featured Release: Dear Nikky: Sex Confessions From People Just Like You is out now! Dive deeper into the raw, unfiltered stories you love. Contact:Email: Nikky@dearnikky.comWebsite: DearNikky.com/confessionsSocials: Twitter (@DNikky162), Instagram (@DNikky162), Facebook (@DearNikky)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dear-nikky-hidden-desires--6316414/support.

We want to hear from you! Please, send us a text comment or suggestion. Fun is an important part of chilhood and adulting!  Let's talk about how it's ok to be playful!To find out more about Rod McCall and Eryk's Place of Hope check out https://fortheloveoferyk.com/ & https://eryksplaceofhope.com/Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts.

Vandaag bespreken we het boek, Stop chasing happiness van Frank Martela. De ondertitel is: A pessimist's guide to a good life Frank Martela, PhD, is filosoof en onderzoeker op het gebied van psychologie en werkt als assistent-professor aan de Aalto-universiteit in Finland. Op YouTube vind je videos van zijn TEDx talks https://youtu.be/rdKBZbTCVFY?si=zhM7QzWpEUTwwXDd https://youtu.be/egFuBtCc6Aw?si=fTl-s4iCPkv2x529 https://youtu.be/EqwoOfpM6Ks?si=T6xuuLOJ6r-uLt_B Stop chasing happiness is van maart 2025 Hij schreef eerder Een prachtig leven (2020) - A wonderful life. https://www.frankmartela.com/books Zijn YT kanaal https://www.youtube.com/@frankmartela Ik vind het een fijn, leuk en interessant boek. Gaandeweg het boek realiseerde ik me hoe stoicijns de Finnen zijn. Ik heb mooi dingen uit boek gehaald die voor mijn gevoel bijdragen aan een goed leven. Het boek is opgedeeld in blokken: Kill the ego Kill the expextations Start living your own life Introduction: Are you ready to be born for the third time? Finland - the land of quiet satisfaction. The art of accepting life (stoicism, Taoism, to Buddhism), while pursuing goals and projects you find valuable. Physical birth, cultural birth, and now the birth of an individual Identify goals and values that are truly your own (not from your partner, parents) Part I Kill the ego 1 Stop caring about your own happiness You are seeking happiness in the wrong places To attempt to maximize happiness ironically diminishes it Exclusive focus on your own happiness makes you selfish and lonely The tyranny of toxic positivity makes inevitable moments of unhappiness intolerable 2 Stop caring about what others think 3 Stop caring about how you feel Part II Kill the expectations 4 Stop Caring about your past 5 Stop caring about what happens in the world 6 Stop caring about your future success 7 Intermission: The centre of indifference The fact that nothing really matters can be highly liberating. p125 Nothing binds you. There is nothing you have to do to make your life worthy. There is no wrong way to spend a life. - Love it. Je hoeft dus ook niemand te veroordelen. Het verleden kunnen we niet veranderen. Jouw acties kunnen de toekomst veranderen. Dus kun je het beste concentreren op een betere toekomst te realiseren. - Meliora (beter) No single person can alter the course of an overwhelming issue like climate change. But by doing what we can to be a part of the solution, we remain active, energized, and purposeful. Frankl : What man actually needs is not tensionless state but rather the striving and struggling for a worthwhile goal. Part III Start living your own life 8 Start caring about yourself 9 Start caring about others 10 Start caring about building a better world Conclusion: The delicate art of not caring while caring deeply Life is the best thing that has happened to you, but also the worst. p183 Accept the present and pursue a better future for yourself and for us all. Playful striving - het gaat niet om competitie maar wel om iets na te streven. Voor mensen die altijd bezig zijn met competitie wordt het leven een continu project. 187 Epicurus - Stoic  Mooi moto - Put in the work and dare greatly. Dare to enter the arena and leave your own mark (nalatenschap en goed leven) When you have found your direction, dare to follow it. You may succeed, you may fail. But even if you fail, you fail while daring greatly. (love it) It is a miracle that you exist p 192 In the end, there is nothing you have to do. Nothing you have to be. Just be. p193 Opvallende lessen uit het boek voor ons: 00:00 intro - een eerste indruk van het boek 03:40 Tom's eerste indruk van het boek en waarom Tom het boek heeft gekocht. 09:20 De Finnen zijn gelukkig zonder daar echt over te praten. 10:05 De derde geboorte na het lezen van dit boek. 11:25 De verbinding met wat de normen, waarden en denkwijze die we van onze ouders hebben meegekregen, tot het moment dat je het je eigen weg kiest. 13:20 Mensen die zich druk maken over gelukkig zijn, zijn over het algemeen minder gelukkig dan mensen die zich daar niet druk over maken. 15:50 De tirannie van giftige positiviteit, maken de moeilijke momenten onaanvaardbaar. 18:40 Als je middenin in de cultuur zit is het lastig om te zien dat jouw cultuur bijzonder is. Daarvoor moet je eerst in contact komen met een andere cultuur. 20:05 "Wie gelukkig is moet het niet aan anderen laten zien." 21:00 Als je af en toe niet aardig gevonden wordt dan is dat een bewijs dat je de vrijheid uitoefent om jezelf te zijn. 23:10 Aan het einde van je leven spijt van hebt dat je niet het lef hebt gehad om die te zijn die je eigenlijk bent. 26:00 Je wil een distantie ontwikkelen en je gevoelens beschrijven, 'Ik voel dat ik boos ben.' 26:20 Je bent niet je emoties, je hebt emoties. 30:10 Momenten van rust en stoïcijnse oefeningen in het dagelijkse vinden. 32:30 Je verleden kun je alleen veranderen door de acties die je in de toekomst onderneemt. 34:40 Wat is het verleden waar je in de toekomst op terug wil kijken? 36:50 Met al je aandacht in het heden en nu zijn. 38:00 Met het 'het is zoals het is' als basis opnieuw nadenken over welk verschil kan ik dan maken. 42:05 Bij beslissingen maak je niet druk over mogelijk succes in de toekost. Succes kan volgen, en kan ook niet. Leef het leven dat je wilt onafhankelijk van toekomstige verwachtingen. 43:10 Het effect van je realiseren dat niets er toe doet kan heel bevrijdend zijn. 45:50 Er is niets dat je hoeft te doen. Er is geen verkeerde manier om te leven. 46:50 Meliora, beter. Wat kan vandaag doen om iets beter te maken. 48:15 Ken jezelf. Weet wat je leuk vindt, want dan kun je daar aandacht aan geven. 49:35 Hoeveel tijd besteed je aan de mensen die het meest belangrijk zijn in je leven? 51:40 Doe drie kleine aardige dingen op een dag. 53:30 Neem waar je bent als startpunt en kijk om je heen naar kleine dingen die nu moeten worden opgelost. 54:50 Commiteer je aan het proces en niet aan het doel. 57:15 Neem het heft in eigen hand en doe waar je zin hebt. 58:05 Niet geven om het resultaat en tegelijkertijd je er wel druk voor maakt. 58:35 Het feit dat je leeft is een wonder. Maak gebruik van dat wonder. 1:00:05 Put in the work and dare greatly. Enter the arena and dare to leave your own mark. Bronnen die we genoemd hebben Pierre Bourdieu - Wikipedia WEIRD is a backronym that stands for Western, Educated, Industrialized, Rich, and Democratic. The Courage to Be Disliked - Ichiro Kishimi en Fumitake Koga(boek via Libris - lokale boekhandel) Aki Kaurismäki - Wikipedia - Finse regisseur Marcus Aurelius - Wikipedia Memento mori - Wikipedia The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck UK - Mark Manson The Myth of Sisyphus - Albert Camus Luister naar deze aflevering Beluister hier ons gesprek over het boek Stop chasing happiness In een halfuur delen wij dit boek met jou. Een halfuur met kennis die je tot je neemt terwijl je wandelt, loopt of rijdt, bijvoorbeeld. Video van deze aflevering Bekijk ons gesprek op video https://youtu.be/9Da3ie_UvjM https://youtu.be/9Da3ie_UvjM In deze aflevering bespreken we het boek Stop chasing happiness. Transcript  

Premiering at Dances With Films NYC, ZOE is a bold, offbeat comedy written by and starring Emanuela Galliussi, and co-directed by Dean Ronalds. Originating from a deeply personal place, the film explores what makes Zoe truly one of a kind — and what Galliussi discovered about herself through its creation. As Zoe wrestles with fear, independence, and emotional control, the story probes the tension between self-protection and vulnerability. Is love something to be avoided, mastered, or fully embraced? Playful yet incisive, ZOE examines the truths we resist most — and what love ultimately asks of us.ZOE premieres at Dance With Films NYC on January 16th, 2026.

In this episode, I talk about the death of playful masculinity and why it matters. Playful masculinity is that calm, confident, teasing energy that strong men used to have, without being angry or aggressive. Today, men are either scared of offending someone or stuck being overly serious, and both miss the point. When playful masculinity disappears, we lose charm, real confidence, and strong leadership. If we don't bring this back, truly grounded masculinity fades with it. Show Notes: [03:15]#1 Playfulness requires confidence, not approval. [11:20]#2 Seriousness has become a mask for insecurity.  [16:43]#3 A woman responds to a man who can play without losing his frame. [20:35] Recap Episodes Mentioned: 3224: Men: Stop Being Pussies 3491: The Silent Test Women Run On Men Next Steps: --- Power Presence is not taught. It is enforced. If you are operating in environments where hesitation costs money, authority, or leverage, the Power Presence Mastermind exists as a controlled setting for discipline, execution, and consequence-based decision-making. Details live here: http://PowerPresenceProtocol.com/Mastermind  This Masterclass is the public record of standards. Private enforcement happens elsewhere. All episodes and the complete archive: → WorkOnYourGamePodcast.com 

In this episode, you'll hear Abby's story—a stay-at-home mom of five girls under the age of ten, who also homeschools. When she joined the Calm Christian Mom Coaching Program, she felt impatient and critical towards her children, often reacting out of frustration. She also felt trapped by the burden of motherhood, especially doing it alone while her husband was at work for long hours. But over just a few months, God transformed her heart and helped her become a playful, kind, and safe mama for her kids.Even though her circumstances didn't change, God showed her what was in her control and gave her the tools to create real, lasting change. Abby's testimony is a beautiful reminder that with God's help, transformation is possible—even in the middle of busy motherhood.If you've ever struggled with anger, rage, or the thought that you're “not cut out to be a mom,” this episode is for you. You don't have to stay stuck in the rinse-and-repeat cycle of yelling, guilt, and regret.The next step is to learn how the Calm Christian Mom Coaching Program can support you and then book a free consultation call. If you are interested in a self-paced mindset course that helps Christian moms take their negative thoughts captive about their kids and renew their minds with life-giving truth, then the Renewed Mindset Course may be the perfect fit for you. Other episodes you may enjoy:287. Client testimonial: How she went from stressed, overwhelmed, and reactive to lighthearted, kind, and safe for her kids in just 12 weeks // Katy Azzam283. Feeling stuck in anger and reactivity to becoming the stable mom her kids feel safe around // Rose Parker -Client Testimonial ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Next Steps: 1. Watch FREE TRAINING: 5 Steps to Break free from Mom Rage Shame ⬇️2. Learn about Calm Christian Mom Coaching Program ⬇️3. BOOK A FREE CONSULTATION CALL if you are ready for support and accountability in overcoming damaging anger patterns. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~How to Be More Patient with Your Kids (So You're Not Screaming Over Spilled Milk)Leave a 5 star rating and review on the Podcast and email me (hello@emotionallyhealthylegacy.com) a screenshot of the REVIEW for free access the training or buy it HERE for $27. Website: emotionallyhealthylegacy.comContact: hello@emotionallyhealthylegacy.comQuestions? Form / Voice memo

1. The Viral IdeaIntroduce the Instagram post by content creator Jake ClayCentral claim:People you've shared workplace misery with may be closer to you than lifelong friends, siblings, or even spousesPose the core question:Who are your real closest friends—and why? 2. Trauma Bonding at WorkExplain the concept of “trauma bonding” in professional settingsExamples of high-stress jobs:FirefightersPolice officersNurses and doctorsKey idea:Only people who've been through the same stress truly understand itShared hardship creates deep emotional bonds 3. Personal Workplace ExperienceReflect on joining the job during a turbulent time:COVID hitting shortly after startingCompany-wide pay cutsMajor leadership changesBehind-the-scenes dramaEmphasize how shared instability and uncertainty brought coworkers closer 4. From Coworkers to Best FriendsShift from theory to personal realization:“According to this logic… you're actually my best friends”Playful moment of realization:“We just became best friends”Include acknowledgment of multiple coworkers in that bond 5. Comparing Work Friends vs. Outside FriendsSpending more time with coworkers than:SpousesLongtime friendsVenting and emotional sharing at work:Home life frustrationsDaily stressThings not shared with other friendsAcknowledge existing friendships—but recognize they're different 6. Perspective CheckClarify:Gratitude for having a fun, low-stress job overallNot equating the job to life-or-death professionsReinforce the universal takeaway:Every job has pressurePeople who do the same work understand those pressures best 7. Relatability & HumorLight jokes about:Spending more time with coworkers than partnersPartners “complaining” about itWeekend hangouts and blurred lines between work and personal life 8. Friendship Reality CheckPlayful contradictions:Calling someone a best friend but not having met their child yetBanter about:Birthday partiesScheduling conflictsMaking time for each other now that the “best friend” label is officialSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Cas Holman grew up playing make-believe in the woods and helping her mechanic step-dad fix cars and dune buggies. Always knowing that she didn't check the stereotypical gender boxes, she never gave any of the other arbitrary “boxes” much credit either, instead preferring to focus on the outside-the-box possibilities that could be accessed through play, curiosity, and exploration. While getting her MFA, she began working on Geemo, a building toy, which kicked-off her life's mission of designing for play. Since then, she's established herself as a champion of open-ended play, designing notable play systems like Rigamajig. She's worked with global business leaders to incorporate play into company culture, leading to more innovative outcomes, greater trust and safety, and improved resilience. With her upcoming book, Playful, she is on a campaign to help adults reconnect with play throughout their lives because she knows, and has the research and science to prove it, that with play we ALL become more creative, joyful, and productive. Ain't that good news!Images and more from Cas Holman on our website!Special thanks to our sponsor: Wix Studio is a platform built for all web creators to design, develop, and manage exceptional web projects at scale.Clever is hosted & produced by Amy Devers, with editing by Mark Zurawinski, production assistance from Ilana Nevins and Anouchka Stephan, and music by El Ten Eleven.SUBSCRIBE - listen to Clever on any podcast app!SIGN UP - for our Substack for news, bonus content, new episode alertsVISIT - cleverpodcast.com for transcripts, images, and 200+ more episodesSAY HI! - on Instagram & LinkedIn @cleverpodcast @amydeversSpecial thanks to our sponsors!Wix Studio is a platform built for all web creators to design, develop, and manage exceptional web projects at scale.Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove's Kitchen Design Contest is a global design competition celebrating outstanding kitchen design projects. Apply now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aji and Joël talk all things hackerthons and why taking the time to have a little having fun with your work every now and then is important for developers. Our hosts reflect on their shared experience at a previous RailsConf where they entered a mini hackerthon, why playing around in a creative sandbox is crucial to honing your skills as a dev, and how programming on the fly can teach you a lot about your own strengths and weaknesses. — Read more about Joël's entry in Rails Rumble (https://thoughtbot.com/blog/rails-rumble-roundup), as well as their participation in the RailsConf 2022 mini Hackerthon (https://thoughtbot.com/blog/thoughtbot-presentations-good-vibes-from-railsconf-2022). Thanks to our sponsors for this episode Judoscale - Autoscale the Right Way (https://judoscale.com/bikeshed) (check the link for your free gift!), and Scout Monitoring (https://www.scoutapm.com/). Your hosts for this episode have been thoughtbot's own Joël Quenneville (https://www.linkedin.com/in/joel-quenneville-96b18b58/) and Aji Slater (https://www.linkedin.com/in/doodlingdev/). If you would like to support the show, head over to our GitHub page (https://github.com/sponsors/thoughtbot), or check out our website (https://bikeshed.thoughtbot.com). Got a question or comment about the show? Why not write to our hosts: hosts@bikeshed.fm This has been a thoughtbot (https://thoughtbot.com/) podcast. Stay up to date by following us on social media - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@thoughtbot/streams) - LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/150727/) - Mastodon (https://thoughtbot.social/@thoughtbot) - BlueSky (https://bsky.app/profile/thoughtbot.com) © 2025 thoughtbot, inc.

Play isn't something we grow out of — it's something we desperately need to return to. When was the last time you truly played — without trying to be productive, impressive, or good at it? This week on Getting Better, JVN sits down with toy designer and author Cas Holman to help us learn the value of a little playtime! From designing iconic toys to studying how people of all ages learn through play, Cas breaks down how play shapes creativity, problem-solving, and even how we relate to joy. They dig into how gender norms influence the toys we're given, why play can feel harder than ever in a productivity-obsessed culture, and what happens when we detach play from outcomes altogether. Cas also shares insights from her new book Playful, including the different types of play, what “free play” actually means, and how bringing fun into everyday moments can change how we work, learn, and live. If you've been feeling burnt out, stuck, or disconnected from joy — this episode is your permission slip to loosen the rules, have some fun, and remember that play isn't frivolous. It's foundational! Full Getting Better Video Episodes now available on YouTube.  Follow Cas Holman on Instagram @casholman  Follow Getting Better on Instagram @gettingbetterwithjvn  Follow Jonathan on Instagram @jvn Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive BTS content, extra interviews, and much much more - check it out here: www.patreon.com/jvn  Senior Producer, Chris McClure Producer, Editor & Engineer is Nathanael McClure Production support: Chad Hall Our theme music is also composed by Nathanael McClure. Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Well, here we are at the end of a fascinating and pretty buckwild year! I have got a quickie self-care practice for you today, and a game that we can play together all throughout 2026. (The link below is where you can play.)Happy 2026, dear friend. I hope it's an awesome year for you. You deserve it. And you rock!Love,Kay This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kaylockkolp.substack.com/subscribe

We're taking a few days off for the holidays, but we'll be back with brand new editions of TV Confidential in the new year. In the meantime, please enjoy this Blast from the Past clip from December 2015 in which author Paul Green helps Ed revisit the life and career of Pete Duel, the star of Alias Smith and Jones who took his life on Dec. 30, 1971, at the height of his television celebrity. The second edition of Paul's book Pete Duel: A Biography includes new information from not only Duel's family and friends, but the many fans who have kept the memory of Duel alive, more than four decades after his death.

Have you ever laughed while you were being punished? What if humor wasn't a distraction from power exchange — but the sharpest tool in a Mistress's arsenal?In this final episode of The Weekly Hot Spot for the year, we have a conversation that's equal parts kink, wit, and wisdom as your Femdom hosts dive into one of the most underestimated forces in Femdom: a playful, dirty, delightfully twisted sense of humor. It's not about breaking character—it's about deepening it.We explore how laughter disarms, connects, and intensifies control. Can a stern command that makes a sub blush and giggle be the ultimate psychological play? Absolutely. And they're not afraid to prove it.Enter: Smutlettes — the filthy, funny, made-up words born from kink, chaos, and our sometimes twisted imaginations. Inspired by comedian Rich Hall's sniglets, these linguistic gems give names to the unspoken moments of domination and submission:Cockstrocity — the crime scene left after unauthorized release.Spanknesia — when a hard session wipes your name from memory.Pantyphoria — the euphoric rush of a sissy's first lace panties.Femdomnesia — forgetting you're a CEO the second your Mistress texts “kneel.”From socknosis to kinkfetti, from gluteosis to wanktuary, this episode is a masterclass in how humor shapes intimacy, builds trust, and keeps power dynamics alive—even outside the session.But it's not just jokes.It's strategy.It's connection.It's kinkrocity — when your kink list outgrows your resume.Drop your own Smutlette in the DMs — because kink should be smart, sexy, and yes… ridiculously fun.This isn't just an episode.It's a spanktuary for the soul, a flogtopia of ideas, and a clittocracy of wit.End the year with a smirk.And remember — the most powerful Femdoms don't just command… we make you laugh while you're trembling.Olivia@enchantrixempire.comMistress Olivia's blog: Experienced MistressErika@enchantrixempire.comMistress Erika's blog: Intelligent Phone FantasyDISCORD: LDWOlivia and LDWErika

Today, we've got a special New Year's Eve adventure to round off the holidays , full of sparkle, surprises and a tiny bit of mischief! Charley makes a New Year's wish that goes slightly wrong—what if time really froze before midnight? Get ready for one magical countdown. ✨ Upgrade to Koala Kids Plus for full ad-free access to our collection of kids' shows, with bonus adventures and 8-hour episodes ⭐️ Subscribe via Apple Podcasts or visit https://koalashine.supercast.com/ Want to send in a note, joke, memo or monologue? Click here.

Join this channel to get access to exclusive members only videos:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQTAVxA4dNBCoPdHhX9nnoQ/joinJoin Members Only On My Website. 7 day free trial. Save 25% when you choose an annual Membership plan. Cancel anytime:https://understandingrelationships.com/plansJoin Members Only on Spotify:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/coachcoreywayne/subscribeHow to be playful & non-serious with women to create attraction instead of boring them.In this video coaching newsletter I discuss an email from a viewer who's starting to practice being playful and non-serious with women to create attraction. He says he's always a little too intellectual and serious around women and wonders where the fine line of balance is. He shares what he did and said with two hot waitresses while he was waiting for a takeout order that had a positive effect on them.If you have not read my book, “How To Be A 3% Man” yet, that would be a good starting place for you. It is available in Kindle, iBook, Paperback, Hardcover or Audio Book format. If you don't have a Kindle device, you can download a free eReader app from Amazon so you can read my book on any laptop, desktop, smartphone or tablet device. Kindle $9.99, iBook $9.99, Paperback $29.99 or Hardcover 49.99. Audio Book is Free $0.00 with an Audible membership trial or buy it for $19.95. Here is the link to Audible to get the audiobook version:https://www.audible.com/pd/B01EIA86VC/?source_code=AUDFPWS0223189MWT-BK-ACX0-057626&ref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_057626_rh_usHere is the link to Amazon to purchase Kindle, Paperback or Hardcover version:http://amzn.to/1XKRtxdHere is the link to the iBookstore to purchase iBook version:https://geo.itunes.apple.com/us/book/how-to-be-3-man-winning-heart/id948035350?mt=11&uo=6&at=1l3vuUoHere is the link to the iTunes store to purchase the iTunes audio book version:https://geo.itunes.apple.com/us/audiobook/how-to-be-a-3-man-unabridged/id1106013146?at=1l3vuUo&mt=3You can get my second book, “Mastering Yourself, How To Align Your Life With Your True Calling & Reach Your Full Potential” which is also available in Kindle $9,99, iBook $9.99, Paperback $49.99, Hardcover $99.99 and Audio Book format $24.95. Audio Book is Free $0.00 with an Audible membership trial. Here is the link to Audible to get the audiobook version:https://www.audible.com/pd/B07B3LCDKK/?source_code=AUDFPWS0223189MWT-BK-ACX0-109399&ref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_109399_rh_usHere is the link to Amazon to purchase Kindle, Paperback or Hardcover version:https://amzn.to/2TQV2XoHere is the link to the iBookstore to purchase iBook version:https://geo.itunes.apple.com/us/book/mastering-yourself-how-to-align-your-life-your-true/id1353139487?mt=11&at=1l3vuUoHere is the link to the iTunes store to purchase the iTunes audio book version:https://geo.itunes.apple.com/us/audiobook/mastering-yourself-how-to-align-your-life-your-true/id1353594955?mt=3&at=1l3vuUoYou can get my third book, “Quotes, Ruminations & Contemplations” which is also available in Kindle $9,99, iBook $9.99, Paperback $49.99, Hardcover $99.99 and Audio Book format $24.95. Audio Book is Free $0.00 with an Audible membership trial. Here is the link to Audible to get the audiobook version:https://www.audible.com/pd/B0941XDDCJ/?source_code=AUDFPWS0223189MWT-BK-ACX0-256995&ref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_256995_rh_usHere is the link to Amazon to purchase Kindle, Paperback or Hardcover version:https://amzn.to/33K8VwFHere is the link to the iBookstore to purchase iBook version:https://books.apple.com/us/book/quotes-ruminations-contemplations/id1563102111?itsct=books_box_link&itscg=30200&ct=books_quotes%2C_ruminations_%26_contemplatio&ls=1

We're swapping traditional New Year's resolutions for our favorite tradition: the Yearly Bingo Board. Think of it as part intention-setting ritual, part manifestation play, and part permission slip to dream bigger without turning your goals into a pressure-filled checklist.We break down how the bingo board works, why it can feel easier (and more aligned) than a vision board, and how it helps you reflect on what mattered last year vs. what matters now. We also share some of our biggest 2025 “checks,” the squares we didn't hit (and why that's still a win), and the ways this practice keeps goal-setting fun, compassionate, and flexible.Grab your markers, pull up a cozy seat, and let's build a 2026 that feels like you.Join Molly & Jacqui for the 2026 Opening Ceremony: https://mollydonlan.com/2026-opening-ceremonyDownload Molly's mundane magic meditations: https://mollydonlan.com/magic-meditations Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, magical downloads, and unhinged side quests: https://www.patreon.com/demystifymagicPre-order Molly's book Mundane Magic A Lazy Witch's Guide to Hacking Your Brain, Building a Daily Practice, and Getting Stuff DonePreorder Mundane Magic & Join the Virtual Book Tour⁠: Celebrate the release of Molly's new book with an exclusive online event on Feb 21, 12 PM EST. Get behind-the-scenes insights, live Q&A, and your SIGNED copy shipped on release day.

Send us a textThe 12 Days of Christmas series on Clipped wraps up the year with a creative reminder that often gets overlooked. Today is Day 1 of 12, the final episode of the year, and this episode focuses on why your content probably needs more music—for tone, vibe, and identity.This episode is rooted in opinion and experience. As a musician, music has always stood out as one of the fastest ways to shape how a podcast or video feels. It creates emotion, builds atmosphere, and helps define the personality of a show before a single word is spoken.

Episode 262In this podcast, New York Times best-selling author and astrologer Chani Nicholas discusses the astrology of the week and what it might mean for us all.The astrology of the week of December 22nd, 2025, brings two very different energies to our relationships. Venus (the planet of connection) squares off with delulu Neptune, urging us to rest, play, and let our guard down around our loved ones. But it also moves into no-nonsense Capricorn, where romance means commitment and planning ahead. Feel free to goof off with the people you care about — just remind them that you're serious about loving them too.This episode covers:Venus' square to Neptune on Tuesday, December 23rdVenus' entrance into Capricorn on Wednesday, December 24thThis episode was recorded on 11/13/2025.Already thinking about 2026? We have readings for that. Open your CHANI app and head to the “This Year” tab to listen to your month-by-month astro breakdowns from Chani Nicholas, read your horoscopes for the year (tailored to the four main areas of your life), and dive into the journal prompts, rituals, altar suggestions, and guided meditations that will help you navigate the astrology of 2026 as it unfolds. Btw, we're never wrong.For more, check out your free daily horoscope on the homepage of the CHANI app — now on iOS and Android.Want to know what Chani's reading beyond the astro? Join her book club, The Next Chapter, to explore her favorite titles and build community around books that reckon with and reimagine the world we're living in.The music featured in the podcast was created by Latashá.

A special secret surprise episode with cool things suggested by some very special kids! Bonding activities! Natural phenomena! Baked goods! Weather patterns! Memory centers! Kombat! Valve! Festive plants! Playful music! Resorts with good smells! Pink round friends! Difficult games!Music: “Money Won't Pay” by bo en and Augustus – https://open.spotify.com/album/7n6zRzTrGPIHt0kRvmWoyaHarmony House: https://harmonyhousewv.com/

They're in a long distance relationship and each have their own partners and lives to balance. They want to know how to have a playful power exchange when they can't be together. Here's the... The post Q&A: How Do We Maintain Playful D/s While LDR? appeared first on Loving BDSM.

Have you ever wondered if the words you say to your daughter could help boost her confidence as an athlete? In this episode, I share practical, go-to phrases you can use to support your daughter in her sport and life. Whether she's preparing for a big game, processing a tough loss, or just navigating day-to-day challenges, these tips will help you build her confidence and strengthen her mental game.What's Covered in This Episode:How your words can shape your daughter's confidence on and off the field.Simple phrases to boost confidence during:Day-to-Day: Highlighting her positive qualities beyond her sport.Pre-Game: Encouraging focus with short, impactful phrases.Post-Game: Supporting her through wins and losses with the LOVE framework.How to validate your daughter's feelings without reinforcing negativity.The importance of combining parental support with your athlete's mental skills training.Practical examples like the “snapback routine” to help her bounce back from mistakes.Ready to Learn More? Listen to this episode for actionable strategies that will make a real difference in your athlete's confidence and resilience. Plus, find out how you can get access to a free training and a cheat sheet with 25 confidence-boosting phrases!Episode Highlights: [0:00] Introduction to boosting athletes' confidence through simple phrases.[01:00] Shoutout to Renata and her success using mental training tools.[02:00] Importance of combining verbal communication with athlete mental skills.[03:00] Overview of the key focus: day-to-day, pre-game, and post-game confidence strategies.[04:00] Encouraging athletes to develop self-trust and skills for overcoming setbacks.[05:00] Highlighting positive qualities outside of sports to build confidence.[06:00] Simple strategies like sticky notes and verbal affirmations for day-to-day encouragement.[07:00] Using the phrase "I believe you" to validate athletes' feelings.[08:00] Adjusting responses to support athletes without reinforcing negative self-talk.[09:00] Playful ways to engage teens and tweens in positive conversations.[10:00] Pre-game strategies: keeping phrases short and focused on what's in their control.[11:00] Examples of pre-game taglines and humor to ease nerves.[12:00] Post-game reflections: emphasizing effort and controllable factors over outcomes.[13:00] Supporting athletes' emotional processing after wins or losses.[14:00] LOVE framework for post-game confidence building: Let her lead, Open the space, Validate feelings, Encourage inward.[15:00] Examples of post-game questions to foster self-reflection and learning.[16:00] Athletes' post-competition routines to build confidence objectively.[17:00] Recap of day-to-day, pre-game, and post-game strategies with key takeaways.[18:00] Reminder to download the free PDF with 25 key phrases at trainhergame.com.Next Steps:Join our FREE Training for Sports Moms - How to Strengthen Your Athlete Daughter's Mental Game so She Believes in Herself as Much as You DoVisit our podcast website for more great episodesThank you in advance for joining us on our mission and leaving a rating and review on Apple Podcasts.

Former high-school teacher turned hypnotherapist, DJ, and three-time spiritual entrepreneur, Anna Cantwell shares how she went from burnout and "can't-pay-rent" panic to making great money doing work she loves—by prioritizing receiving, play, and ease. We dig into Hot Money Summer–style prompts, why compliments are cash practice, and practical ways to circulate stuck energy so abundance can find you. In this conversation From broke, sick, and overworked to six figures in 15 hours/week—what changed (and what didn't). Why "hard work = money" breaks down—and the feminine side of receiving. The Zone of Proximal Development for money mentors (learning from someone just ahead of you). Fun, fast exercises: "Hot Money Bummers → Wouldn't It Be Nice…," playful income reframes, and saying "thank you, I receive that." Circulating energy: clothing swaps, donating, and finding the money you forgot you had. Book sneak peek: Abundance Mindset Magic—the fun, feminine & magical way to manifest money and open yourself to receive. Try-it-now prompts Compliment practice: For 7 days reply, "Thank you—I receive that." Notice what shifts. Reframe your income: Write the funnest way to describe how you currently make money—and one way you'd love to. Clear & circulate: Unused items → swap/donate to create space for new inflow.  Connect with Anna Book: Abundance Mindset Magic (available via major booksellers). IG: @iamannacantwell Connect with Jen Join the Manifestation Playground Instagram → @manifestationandmoneypodcast Cheers to creating a life you love!

When was the last time you played, really played? For Cas Holman, founder and chief designer of Heroes Will Rise and star of Netflix's Abstract: The Art of Design, play isn't childish. It's the foundation of human creativity, resilience, and connection. She worked with LEGO, Disney Imagineering, and the LEGO Foundation and on a mission to help adults rediscover what children know instinctively: that play is how we learn, adapt, and feel alive. "Play isn't what happens after work," Cas explains. "It's how we manage uncertainty. It's how we cope, experiment, and find our way through the unknown." In this conversation, Cas reframes play not as a distraction from productivity but as the engine of it. She explains why play is essential for innovation, executive presence, and emotional agility, and how suppressing it has drained creativity from our professional lives. "Playful thinking lets us reframe success," she says. "It makes us flexible enough to keep moving when things don't go according to plan." We discuss: Why free play (activities that are intrinsically motivated, freely chosen, and personally directed) is the most powerful form of creative renewal. How reframing success turns frustration into discovery: "You came to play basketball, the ball's flat, the court's full, so what? Invent a new game." Why curiosity and uncertainty are not threats to be managed, but conditions for growth. How "breaking" systems or routines can reveal how they actually work. And how adults can learn to release judgment, the internal critic that says "I should know the answer" instead of "let's find out." Cas's insights are strikingly relevant to the age of AI. As technology automates more of what we do, she reminds us that what matters most is how we create, not how efficiently we delegate creation. "We're outsourcing the wrong things," she says. "Creativity wasn't the problem that needed fixing. It's what makes us feel alive." Get Cas' book, Playful, here: https://shorturl.at/jxR4O Claim your free gift: Free gift #1 McKinsey & BCG winning resume www.FIRMSconsulting.com/resumePDF Free gift #2 Breakthrough Decisions Guide with 25 AI Prompts www.FIRMSconsulting.com/decisions Free gift #3 Five Reasons Why People Ignore Somebody www.FIRMSconsulting.com/owntheroom Free gift #4 Access episode 1 from Build a Consulting Firm, Level 1 www.FIRMSconsulting.com/build Free gift #5 The Overall Approach used in well-managed strategy studies www.FIRMSconsulting.com/OverallApproach Free gift #6 Get a copy of Nine Leaders in Action, a book we co-authored with some of our clients: www.FIRMSconsulting.com/gift

Want to help your child build real emotional resilience—without power struggles or shame? In this heart-centered and science-backed episode, Wendy sits down with educator, content creator, and former Sesame Street director Anna Housley Juster, Ph.D., LICSW to explore how play, brain science, and emotional literacy help kids build true self-regulation. Anna explains how the amygdala works, why threat responses show up so fast, and how connection, storytelling, and simple co-regulation tools can help both kids (and parents) feel safe and calm during big emotional moments.

I interviewed Maarten Isaak de Heer about We Are Dead Animals on Saturday, November 15, 2025 at IDFA DocLab in Amsterdam, Netherlands. This is a listener-supported podcast through the Voices of VR Patreon. Music: Fatality

Martin might be in the doghouse, but Uncle Si steals the show when he reveals the playful little ritual he and Christine share that keeps their love alive, even at his age. John-David seems determined to install a fridge in every room of his house—including a few that absolutely should not have one. Phillip finally explains the long-running mystery of why he was banned from the Robertson duck blind 35 years ago and hasn't been invited back since. Si also laughs about the surprisingly simple and honestly kinda weird reason he and Christine struggled to start a family early in their marriage. The boys agree that the baby born in a Buc-ee's parking lot is already off to a legendary start in life. Duck Call Room episode #505 is sponsored by: Hillsdale College offers more than 40 free online courses, including a course on Colonial America. Go to http://hillsdale.edu/duck right now to enroll. There's no cost, and it's easy to get started. https://stopboxusa.com — Get 10% off your entire order when you use code DUCKCALL and they are also giving you Buy One Get One Free for their StopBox Pro! https://puretalk.com/duck — Get their best unlimited plan for just $29.95 a month! https://donewithdebt.com — Start building the life you deserve and talk with one of their strategists today. It's FREE! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From X-Rays to Motion Pictures: Expanding the Photographic Medium — Anika Burgess — Burgess traces the expansion of photographic technology beyond conventional image capture. She examines Alice Austin's intimate and playful photographs documenting her social circle with candid authenticity. The discovery of X-rays by Wilhelm Röntgen was rapidly branded as "the new photography" or "shadow photography," adopted swiftly for both entertainment and medical diagnostic applications despite practitioners possessing no understanding of severe radiation hazards. Burgess concludes with Paul Martin's candid street photography using concealed cameras hidden within top hats and Eadweard Muybridge's sequential motion studies, which directly enabled the invention of motion pictures. 1903 FRANCE

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 16:45:00 GMT http://relay.fm/connected/580 http://relay.fm/connected/580 Lick It Twice 580 Federico Viticci, Stephen Hackett, and Myke Hurley Federico and Myke discuss the rumours of a 'Snow Leopard year' for iOS 27, why they think Sam Altman and Jony Ive might benefit from saying less, and share a few things they're thankful for in the world of technology. Federico and Myke discuss the rumours of a 'Snow Leopard year' for iOS 27, why they think Sam Altman and Jony Ive might benefit from saying less, and share a few things they're thankful for in the world of technology. clean 4372 Federico and Myke discuss the rumours of a 'Snow Leopard year' for iOS 27, why they think Sam Altman and Jony Ive might benefit from saying less, and share a few things they're thankful for in the world of technology. This episode of Connected is sponsored by: KRCS: Apple Premium Reseller. Get free next-working-day delivery. Ecamm: Powerful live streaming platform for Mac. 40% off annual plans until December 2nd. Links and Show Notes: Get Connected Pro: Preshow, postshow, no ads. Submit Feedback Jony Ive and Sam Altman say they finally have an AI hardware prototype | The Verge I Finally Tested the M5 iPad Pro's Neural-Accelerated AI, and the Hype Is Real - MacStories Jony Ive and Sam Altman Discuss AI Device That's Playful, Bite Worthy, and as Peaceful as a Cabin By a Lake - MacRumors Wading Back Into the Liquid Glass Pool: The MacStories OS 26 App Roundup Continued - MacStories Ulysses Liquid Glass Update - MacSparky Apple iOS 27: Snow Leopard-Like Quality Focus, AI Features; Tim Cook Retirement - Bloomberg Ilya Sutskever – We're moving from the age of scaling to the age of research Athlytic AYN Thor SteamOS GameHub Nintendo Switch 2 Cases » Killswitch » dbrand Drafts

In this episode of Own Your Power, explore the often-overlooked secret to lasting success, having fun and staying playful. Learn how joy, curiosity, and lightheartedness can transform your relationships, fuel creativity, and make your journey toward success far more fulfilling. Discover why the most magnetic and influential people lead with happiness, how play keeps you young at heart, and why the key to achieving more is learning to "happily achieve." This episode reminds you to laugh more, live fully, and play your way to the top. Own your power with this Success Tip.   For more about Rod and his real estate investing journey go to www.rodkhleif.com  

Cas Holman (Playful: How Play Shifts Our Thinking, Inspires Connection, and Sparks Creativity) is a toy creator, play designer, and author. Cas joins the Armchair Expert to discuss creating modular ecosystems of play in her toys, studying in the rainforest as a Banana Slug, and her gender-bending appearance on Maury Povich. Cas and Dax talk about learning how to both fabricate and tell a story in design school, instilling ideals with her adventure playground, and the twelve different play types for adults and children. Cas explains why the subway is such a safe space to cry, how great innovation comes from play, and that continuing to play is also a powerful form of resistance.Follow Armchair Expert on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. Watch new content on YouTube or listen to Armchair Expert early and ad-free by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/armchair-expert-with-dax-shepard/ now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.