Podcasts about Playground

Kentucky Attorney General Russel Coleman joins Chris Hansen on this episode of Have a Seat to discuss his recent lawsuit against the gaming platform Roblox. AG Coleman joins his colleagues in such states as Florida, Louisiana and Tennessee in the fight to make Roblox safe against on-line child predators. AG Coleman calls Roblox a playground for criminals to have access to kids and that could lead to grooming and child exploitation. He also provides valuable advice for parents when there's zero margin or error when it comes to allowing your children on the gaming site.     Photo/Video Credits: @RealSchlep Attorney General Russell Coleman https://www.ag.ky.gov/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We speak with Cultured founder and editor in chief Sarah G Harrelson on new spin-off title Cultured at Home and guest editor Alexandra Cunningham Cameron. Plus: Playground’s Austė Skrupskytė Cullbrand and Akut’s Leila Alder.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have playgrounds become too safe for kids to actually grow? In this episode of Facing the Dark, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender take a thoughtful look at the increasing restrictions on playgrounds and recess, and what those rules may be costing our children. From banning running and roughhousing to removing swings altogether, today's playgrounds often prioritize control over exploration. This conversation explores why unstructured play matters for confidence, problem solving, self regulation, and social development. Drawing on child development and Scripture, Dr. Kathy challenges parents and educators to reconsider whether constant supervision and rigid rules actually help kids, or quietly undermine courage and judgment. Grounded in Jesus' invitation to "let the little children come," this episode invites adults to trade whistle-blowing for watchful presence and to see recess not as chaos to manage, but as formation in motion.      

Greg Habeeb, chief development officer for WorldHotels, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last month's ILTM Cannes luxury travel show about his growing group of independent luxury hotels and hotel brands. WorldHotels is on a hot streak, as we've been reporting recently, and it's adding properties around the globe to suit your clients' needs. For more information, visit www.worldhotels.com. All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are archived and available on our Youtube channel (youtube.com/insidertravelreport), and as podcasts with the same title on: Spotify, Pandora, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Listen Notes, Podchaser, TuneIn + Alexa, Podbean,  iHeartRadio,  Google, Amazon Music/Audible, Deezer, Podcast Addict, and iTunes Apple Podcasts, which supports Overcast, Pocket Cast, Castro and Castbox.

Comenzamos el año 2026 y también un nuevo año gamer. Llegarán títulos increíbles que nos robarán horas de nuestra vida social y dinero. Pero no importa, este capítulo revisaremos nuestros juegos que anhelamos probar y también los que quisiéramos ver en el calendario.

Louis The Child returns for another round of #PlaygroundRadio with tunes Fred again, Nina Las Vegas, ALOTT, Toy Soldier, Nikko, Stush, Effy, Vampire Sex and many more!Playground Radio Intro 00:00:001. Fred again.. & BIA - FEISTY 00:00:552. Intentions - WHiP 00:04:463. Toy Soldier - SOLDIER 00:07:454. NIIKO X SWAE - Disco Inferno 00:09:285. Nina Las Vegas ft. Swick & Zanillya - Shot Caller 00:12:096. Charli XCX - Talk talk 00:14:277. ALOTT - Horizon 00:17:058. Tinlicker & Dosem - Hypnotised 00:20:039. nikko - CANT GET ENOUGH 00:25:2910. Vampire Sex - Disco Party Baby 00:27:2811. Edward White - Air Bubbles 00:31:3112. Manil - Sailor Song 00:34:0713. Ale Rossi - Sonidero 00:37:4114. Flava D ft. Stush - Energy 00:40:1015. Mary Droppinz - Lawd Have Mercy 00:42:4916. Ninajirachi - CSIRAC (Effy Remix) 00:46:0817. Fred again.. & Wallfacer - I Luv U 00:50:0618. Mala ft. Magugu - Militant Don (Vocal Version) 00:54:57

Comenzamos el año 2026 y también un nuevo año gamer. Llegarán títulos increíbles que nos robarán horas de nuestra vida social y dinero. Pero no importa, este capítulo revisaremos nuestros juegos que anhelamos probar y también los que quisiéramos ver en el calendario.

Guest Zachary Aymond, the head chef at Pujo Street Cafe, joins host Brady and guest host Candy on Louisiana's Playground to discuss the culinary scene in Southwest Louisiana. The conversation begins with influences and the experience at Pujo Street Cafe and wraps up with Chuck Eats Resturant Week and other projects VLC has planned in 2026. Find more information on where to eat, things to do, and events happening this weekend at VisitLakeCharles.org.  Stop by Shucks! For their renowned oysters and generous portions of Louisiana seafood in a casual, friendly atmosphere with live music and ample outdoor seating, ensuring every guest is treated like family!  Keep up with hosts Brady Renard on Twitter, @RenardSports and Candy Rodriguez on Facebook, @CandyRodriguezNews. 

It's our first regular episode of Video Games 2 the MAX for the year, and already there's plenty to discuss and celebrate as well, as Sean and Marc bring up the 2026 Gaming anniversaries, this includes: The Legend of Zelda, Pokémon, Persona, Castlevania, Animal Crossing, Halo, Gears of War, and more. Will they get a new game announcement for the anniversary? Also, Microsoft announced the 2026 edition of the Xbox Developer Direct is happening on January 22, and Playground is bringing not just Forza Horizon 6, but also Fable to the party as well. Does this mean we can be sure both games release this year then? Also, how excited are we for Beast of Reincarnation from Game Freak? Plus, Sean has thoughts on two indie games he's reviewing that release this week in Big Hops and Cassette Boy. Marc's been playing some games as well. Nintendo is monitoring the RAM shortages when it comes to Switch 2, PlayStation patents an A.I. that can play games for you, a bunch more Xbox news, could a Final Fantasy VI remake actually happen, and more!

Aron Beauregard returns to The Dark Mind Podcast to discuss his latest book Homewreckers, a devastating family horror story about the Huxley family and their possessed 14-year-old son Dustin.Aaron breaks down the suffocating atmosphere of the novel, exploring how he crafted a story about a marriage crumbling under the weight of an impossible burden.We dive into the cult element of the book, The Transcenders, and their disturbing practices involving autoerotic asphyxiation.Aaron reveals how the book was inspired by his own sleep paralysis experience and research into the Hat Man phenomenon.He discusses the innovative QR code nightmare videos embedded in the deluxe hardcover edition, created in collaboration with Michael Squid, offering POV glimpses into each family member's nightmares.We explore the differences between extreme horror and splatterpunk, and why Aaron focuses on character-driven stories rather than gratuitous gore.Aaron shares his two-year writing process for Homewreckers, including major revisions and the challenge of making disturbing scenes necessary rather than gratuitous.We discuss the nature versus nurture debate, childhood innocence and corruption, and why the best horror must be inescapable.Aaron talks about his previous viral success with Playground and his upcoming project Horsefly, which also features QR code integration.The conversation ventures into philosophy, technology, conspiracy theories, Waymo driverless cars, and interdimensional beings.Available at abhorror.com and wherever books are sold.Official Website:https://www.abhorror.comSocial Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aronbeauregardhorrorTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/AronHorrorTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@aronbeauregardhorrorFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/aron.beauregard13Substack Newsletter: https://aronbeauregard.substack.comWhere to Buy:Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/homewreckers-aron-beauregard/1148993165Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Aron-Beauregard/author/B07RWS59JT?ref=ap_rdr&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=d556bec1-9862-4417-afea-3b0667e23b96Audible Audiobooks: https://www.audible.com/author/Aron-Beauregard/B07RWS59JTHomewreckers Audiobook: https://www.audible.com/pd/Homewreckers-Audiobook/B0G5RKSTRPGoodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/19170844.Aron_BeauregardDeluxe Editions (Exclusive):AB Horror Store: https://www.abhorror.comSupport The Dark Mind Podcast:https://www.patreon.com/c/thedarkmindpodcast

MONDAY HR 3 Monster Sports - Valkyries win at home. Orlando Magic Win. College Football Finals set. NFL wildcard weekend. Mecum Auction over the weekend. Kids fight at hockey game. Russ shares a game he played in elementary school R-C-K. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MONDAY HR 3 Monster Sports - Valkyries win at home. Orlando Magic Win. College Football Finals set. NFL wildcard weekend. Mecum Auction over the weekend. Kids fight at hockey game. Russ shares a game he played in elementary school R-C-K.

The Cinematography Podcast Episode 341: Caleb Heymann Cinematographer Caleb Heymann has been a key architect of the Stranger Things aesthetic since the tail end of Season 3. After starting as a second unit DP, Heymann was promoted to lead cinematographer for the blockbuster Season 4, and now its fifth and final season. The crew dedicated a full year to filming Season 5, spanning from January through December 2024. While the desert dreamscape was captured on location in New Mexico, the bulk of production remained in Atlanta. Seasons 4 and 5 traverse a variety of locations, each requiring vastly different palettes. Heymann views each environment within the Stranger Things universe as a "cinematic playground." To ground the show's supernatural elements, the production leans heavily on location shooting and in-camera effects. “There are definitely certain anachronistic visual elements that we wanted to pay homage to,” says Heymann. “The lightning can be a little over the top. It intentionally rides that line between expressive and theatrical. But I think we try to not overdo it, because everything in front of the camera is already taking you there.” The production constantly balanced both digital and physical effects. “We always try to push it and see what we can get in camera. The art department does an incredible job and builds us huge sets,” says Heymann. Creating the Upside Down was a monumental task for the art department, who must redress nearly every location for night shoots. The iconic vines, for instance, are physically constructed by "nether technicians." To make the dimension's signature hellish glow, the crew often used practical red lighting on set rather than relying solely on post-production color grading. Heymann and the Duffer brothers selected a different camera system for each season, choosing cameras that best fit the story's needs. For Season 5, Heymann needed a distinct visual motif to represent Will's "trance state" and the POV of the demogorgons and demo dogs. He stacked two center-spot diopters, which blended the image while losing focus at the edges. To heighten the disorientation, the team shook the camera manually and with a camera shaker on a Technocrane. “It was absolutely a dream experience already being a fan of the show to be able to come in and join this group of awesome people who work on it and to ultimately get to work with the Duffers,” says Heymann. “I learned a lot from them, just in their attention to detail and sensitivity to camera movement. And they're always about pushing everybody to do their best work.” See Stranger Things Season 5 streaming on Netflix. Find Caleb Heymann: https://www.calebheymann.com/ Instagram @calebheymann SHOW RUNDOWN: 01:53 Close Focus 06:45-01:00:06 Caleb Heymann interview 01:01:10 Short ends 01:08:39 Wrap up/Credits Support Ben's short film, The Ultimate Breakup! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/theultimatebreakup/the-ultimate-breakup-short-film?ref=nav_search&result=project&term=the%20ultimate%20breakup&total_hits=2 The Cinematography Podcast website: www.camnoir.com YouTube: @TheCinematographyPodcast Facebook: @cinepod Instagram: @thecinepod Blue Sky: @thecinepod.bsky.social

As the film Hamnet goes on general release, David Maxwell chats to herb expert Jekka McVicar about the role she played in advising the production on Elizabethan herbs. In Ratoath, County Meath, nursery owner John Lord is finding new opportunities in a garden he's developed over 30 years. He explains how it's become a playground for plants that serve to inspire both expert and novice gardeners alike. Listener Michael McLean gets a visit from Gardeners' Corner – he invited the programme to see a garden he's lovingly creating over a lifetime on a hillside above Newcastle. Also on the programme, a tribute to the late Seamus O'Brien who was head gardener at the National Botanic Gardens, Kilmacurragh in County Wicklow and widely regarded as one of Ireland's greatest plantsmen. Ann FitzSimons joins David in studio. Email the programme at gardenerscorner@bbc.co.uk

Galva Mayor Rich Volkert joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to discuss the Monday night council meeting. The latest city council meeting focused on several key updates for the community, including the purchase of $151,000 worth of new playground equipment that is set to be installed by late summer, offering a fresh space for families and daycares. Longtime employee Greg Thompson announced his retirement after 46 years; Jake McClintic will step into his role in the water department. Residents interested in city property can submit bids for newly available lots and a 2006 Ford F-250 truck. The council also handled routine business like renewing its Ameren gas franchise agreement, keeping municipal operations running smoothly.

Every pastor has seen it. Churches splitting hairs over things that don't matter. Beard length. Carpet color. Playground equipment. These disputes may sound absurd, but they reveal something much deeper. Small conflicts are rarely about what they seem. Beneath the surface, emotions, control, and trust are at play. In this episode, Josh and Sam explore why trivial fights erupt in churches, what they reveal about church health, and how leaders can keep the small stuff from becoming spiritual landmines. The post Church Conflict: Five Common Ways Small Fights Turn into Big Problems appeared first on Church Answers.

It's a shiny new year, so this month on Unpacked, we're diving into Afar's ⁠⁠Where to Go list⁠⁠. And this year's list is a little different. Because in 2026, we want to lessen the burden on overtouristed destinations and expand visitation to other parts of the world. Our editors carefully selected 24 emerging regions and overlooked locales that will inspire your next great adventure. Like the Columbia River Gorge, a Pacific Northwest icon where waterfalls tumble from towering cliffs, the landscape shifts from rainforest to arid grasslands in under two hours, and a historic highway is being transformed into a car-free trail. In this episode, host Aislyn Greene talks with Zoe Baillargeon, a Portland-based travel writer who has spent years exploring this 80-mile stretch of cliffs, rivers, and vineyards. Zoe shares what's new in the Gorge—from a glamping resort with stargazing tents and views of Mount Hood to a newly reopened hot springs spa with thousand-year-old Indigenous roots, plus a James Beard–recognized wine farm and a historic highway being transformed into a car-free trail. Plan Your Columbia River Gorge Getaway (First, explore our Oregon travel guide.) Stay —Book a stargazing tent at Under Canvas Columbia River Gorge, a new glamping resort on 120 acres near White Salmon —Soak in natural mineral hot springs at the newly refurbished Bonneville Hot Springs Resort & Spa. Eat and Drink —Get in line early at Grasslands Barbecue, a Hood River food cart that sells out daily —Book a farm-to-table tasting experience at Hiyu Wine Farm, a biodynamic winery and James Beard semifinalist for outstanding wine program —Drive the Fruit Loop trail through the valley behind Hood River for wine tastings, u-pick fruit, and farm stands—stop at the Gorge White House for tastings and views See and Do —Drive the historic Columbia River Highway, the nation's first planned scenic byway, for waterfalls, forest views, and towering gorge walls —Hike or bike the newly opened Mitchell Point Tunnel section of the historic Columbia River Highway State Trail. —Watch (or attempt) windsurfing and kiteboarding in Hood River, one of the world's top destinations for wind sports —Visit the Columbia Gorge Discovery Center in The Dalles for regional history, or the Maryhill Museum of Art for an eclectic collection in a stunning setting Resources • Follow Zoe's work on Instagram • Explore all 24 destinations on Afar's Where to Go in 2026 list • Follow us on Instagram: @afarmedia Listen to All the Episodes in our Where to Go 2026 Series E1: T⁠⁠⁠⁠his Island in the Bahamas Promises Pink Sand, Historic Hideaways, and Perfect Solitude ⁠⁠⁠⁠ E2: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Why Peru's Second City Might Be Its Best-Kept Secret⁠⁠⁠ E3: ⁠⁠⁠The New 170-Mile Hiking Network Connecting Stockholm's Dreamy Archipelago⁠⁠⁠ E4: ⁠Route 66 Turns 100—and Albuquerque Is Ready to Celebrate ⁠ E5: Why Morocco's Chill Capital Deserves Your Attention E6: Three Hours From Nashville, the South's Next Great Food Capital Is Waiting E7: The French Riviera's Last Stop Before Italy—and Its Best-Kept Secret E8: Skip the Serengeti Traffic Jams for This Under-the-Radar Kenyan Safari E9: The Pacific Northwest's 80-Mile Playground Just Got Even Better (this one!) Stay Connected Sign up for our podcast newsletter, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Behind the Mic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, where we share upcoming news and behind-the-scenes details of each episode.  Explore our other podcasts, ⁠⁠View From Afar⁠⁠, about the people and companies shaping the future of travel, and⁠⁠ ⁠Travel Tales⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which celebrates first-person narratives about the way travel changes us. Unpacked by Afar is part of⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Airwave Media⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠'s podcast network. Please contact ⁠⁠⁠advertising@airwavemedia.com⁠⁠⁠ if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeff and Christian welcome Ashley Esqueda back to the show this week to discuss the potential for more gaming hardware price increases in 2026, a new Silent Hill game every year, and modders changing Breath of the Wild into a first-person VR game! The Playlist: Ashley: Yakuza 0, Hades II  Christian: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond; Backbone Pro Jeff: Arc Raiders, Dunecrawl. Nex Playground Tabletop Time: Ashley: Let's Hit Each Other With Fake Swords, Exploding Kittens: The Board Game, Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza Christian: That Escalated Quickly Jeff:  Five Alive Parting Gifts!

As he prepares to set sail for a cross-Atlantic row, Matthew Redmond joins Shane Hannon in studio to discuss the row, his many other adventures, and the cause he's hoping to support through his row across the Atlantic.If you want to follow along, share it, or support in any way, follow the links below:Websitehttps://teamdothething.comInstagramhttps://instagram.com/team.do.the.thingFacebookhttps://facebook.com/teamdothethingJustGivinghttps://justgiving.com/page/team-dothething

Welcome to Day 2767 of Wisdom-Trek. Thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom. Day 2767 – Wisdom Nuggets – Psalm 104:24-35 – Daily Wisdom Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2767 Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps! I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day two thousand seven hundred sixty-seven of our Trek. The Purpose of Wisdom-Trek is to create a legacy of wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, and to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before. The title for today's Wisdom-Trek is: The Playground of God – Leviathan, Breath, and the Renewal of the Earth. Today, we reach the glorious conclusion of our expedition through the cathedral of creation, Psalm One Hundred Four. We are trekking through the final movement, verses twenty-four through thirty-five, in the New Living Translation. In our previous journeys through this masterpiece, we have witnessed Yahweh in many roles. We saw Him as the Cosmic Architect in the first section, stretching out the heavens like a tent and riding the storm clouds as His chariot. Then, in the middle section, we saw Him as the Provider and Timekeeper, taming the chaotic waters to feed the wild donkeys, planting the cedars of Lebanon, and choreographing the dance of the sun and moon so that lions and humans could share the earth in peace. Now, as we approach the end of the psalm, the psalmist steps back to look at the whole picture. He is overwhelmed not just by the power of creation, or the utility of it, but by the sheer Wisdom and Joy of it. We will see God playing with sea monsters. We will learn that the breath in our lungs is on loan from the Spirit of God. And finally, we will confront the one thing that mars this perfect picture—human sin—and hear the psalmist's radical solution for restoring the harmony of Eden. So, let us take one last look at this wonderful world and bless the Creator who renews the face of the earth. The first segment is: The Wisdom of Diversity and the Playground of the Sea. Psalm One Hundred Four: verses twenty-four through twenty-six. O Lord, what a variety of things you have made! In wisdom you have made them all. The earth is full of your creatures.  Here is the ocean, vast and wide, teeming with life of every kind, both large and small.  See the ships sailing along, and Leviathan, which you made to play in the sea. The psalmist pauses in sheer wonder. After listing the birds, the goats, the lions, and the humans, he exclaims: "O Lord, what a variety of things you have made! In wisdom you have made them all." The word "variety" (or "manifold works") speaks to the endless creativity of God. He didn't just make one type of tree or one type of animal. He filled the earth with diversity. And the tool He used to craft this complexity was Wisdom (Chokmah). In Proverbs Chapter Eight, Wisdom is personified as the master craftsman at God's side during creation. Here, the psalmist acknowledges that

Connor Pugs tells a Storytime about a Spoiled Kid DESTROYS The School PlaygroundWelcome to my channel, where I tell relaxing family stories lasting 1 hour - 4 hours to help you relax and fall asleep. These videos are similar to AskReddit, but with a unique twist - all these stories are submitted by YOU and I play a light Minecraft parkour game in the background! Many viewers enjoy these videos to relax before bed or as a background while doing housework. Whether for entertainment or to help you fall asleep, these videos are for you!I carefully select and tell each story, providing a mix of heartfelt and engaging stories for you to enjoy. If you like the content, feel free to subscribe and support my channel!Listen to my stories on Spotify:

Loneliness is one of the most unspoken struggles among gay men, especially as we age, get sober, or outgrow old social circles. In this powerful conversation, licensed therapist Chris Tompkins unpacks why so many gay men feel disconnected even when surrounded by people, apps, and nightlife. This episode explores how sobriety, shame, dating apps, and societal expectations quietly fuel isolation, and what it actually takes to build authentic connection. From the “wounded healer” journey to embracing singleness, self-acceptance, and values-based living, this episode invites gay men to stop chasing validation and start creating lives rooted in truth, alignment, and meaningful connection. Three Key Takeaways Loneliness isn't a personal failure, it's often a byproduct of disconnection from self.Sobriety can reveal who and what is genuinely aligned in your life.Real connection begins when your values, actions, and identity are congruent. About Christopher Chris Tompkins is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist who specializes in working with adult gay men. He is also the author of the award-winning book Raising LGBTQ Allies: A Parent's Guide to Changing the Messages from the Playground. In addition to being a therapist, Chris is a writer and public speaker. His work has been featured on TEDx, NBC, HuffPost, Psychology Today, The Advocate, and more. Connect With Christopher Website Instagram LinkedIn Hey Guys, Check This Out! Are you a guy who keeps struggling to do that thing? You know the thing you keep telling yourself and others you're going to do, but never do? Then it's time to get real and figure out why. Join the 40 Plus: Gay Men Gay Talk, monthly chats. They happen the third Monday of each month at 5:00 pm Pacific - Learn More! Also, join our Facebook Community - 40 Plus: Gay Men, Gay Talk Community Break free of fears. Make bold moves. Live life without apologies

Louis The Child present the 2025 year end review where they go through their favorite releases this year for #PlaygroundRadio with tunes Myd, Bob Sinclar, Oskar Med K, Sammy Virji, Ninajirachi, fcukers, underscores, X CLUB and many more!Playground Radio Intro 00:00:00Fcukers - I Like It Like That 00:00:56Ninajirachi - Delete 00:05:32Hatiras - Hypnotized 00:09:15underscores - Do It 00:12:28Myd - Our Home 00:15:11Jim Legxacy - Father 00:20:23Oskar Med K - Make Me Feel 00:22:09jigitz & Louis The Child - tell you straight (Louis The Child's version) 00:29:10Snakehips & Louis The Child - Nobody Else But U 00:31:43Aminé - Familiar 00:35:04X CLUB. - Feel You 00:36:36Sammy Virji, Chris Lake & RoRo - 925 00:42:05Bob Sinclar & Michael Ekow - Take It Easy On Me 00:45:14Turnstile - Never Enough 00:50:15Oklou - choke enough 00:53:13Frost Children - Falling 00:59:01

As I wrap up 2025, I wanted to record an episode that goes deeper than trends (but YES, my annual trends prediction is coming up next!)— because what I'm seeing across the industry right now isn't necessarily a lack of ideas.It's a lack of foundations.BLOG for this episodeAfter a full year of interviewing indoor playground and play café owners, working through countless 1:1 sessions, and supporting owners inside Play Maker Society, the same patterns keep showing up — regardless of location, size, or years in business.Owners are busy, but still stressed.They're marketing constantly, but not converting.They're deeply involved, but exhausted.This episode brings together the seven pieces of advice I'm giving to (and getting from!) current owners right now — not based on theory or predictions, but on what I'm actively seeing work (and not work) in real businesses.These are the areas where small leaks are creating big problems — and where tightening the fundamentals can immediately change how a business feels to run in terms of quality of life for YOU, the owner.In this episode, I break down:Why what you post matters more than how often you postHow most websites and patched-together booking systems quietly lose you moneyWhy open play can't be the thing holding your business upHow recurring and high-ticket revenue change how the business feels to runWhy email is still one of the most effective tools owners aren't fully usingHow cafés, retail, and small add-ons raise spend per visit without more trafficWhat actually has to be in place for you to step out without everything breakingI also share real examples from owners I've interviewed, coached, and worked alongside — including how some have intentionally reduced owner dependency, diversified revenue, and designed businesses that work even when they're not physically present.This episode isn't about adding more to your plate. It's about tightening what's already there and focusing on the few things that actually make a difference right now.If you're heading into 2026 feeling busy but still stretched thin, this will help you get clear on where your attention really needs to go next.RESOURCES/ BUSINESSES MENTIONED:BLOG for this episodeLittle Leaf Play IGLittle Play Avenue IG(BLOG) Maximizing Cafe Profits (And Why You NEED A Cafe)Evergeen Facebook + IG Ad BasicsGoogle Ad BasicsInterview with Jayci From Tiny PlayInterview with Justine from Liv and MimisInterview with Jessalyn from The Playroom WVThe Art Factory and Party PlaceGrandma's PlayroomOTHER RESOURCES:Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers SocietyGetting Started With Your Play Cafe [YouTube Video Playlist]What's Working In The Indoor Play Industry 2025 GuideFund Your Indoor Play Business [Free Training]Indoor Play Courses & 1:1 Consulting WaitlistMichele's InstagramMichele's WebsitePlay Cafe Academy YouTube ChannelETSY Template ShopPrepare Your Indoor Playground For a RecessionPlay Cafe Academy & Play Makers SocietyQuestions and Support: Support@michelecaruana.com TOOLS & OTHER LINKS:Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Society: http://bit.ly/3HES7fDQuestions and Support: Support@michelecaruana.com Simplify and Scale with 50% OFF WellnessLivingActive Campaign Free TrialFree Demo of Aluvii All-In-One POS

Hosts Brady and Jillian wrap up the year with a special Best of 2025 episode of Louisiana's Playground. They look back on the people, places, experiences, and stories that defined 2025 through the lens of the podcast. From standout moments and new experiences to hidden gems and family-friendly favorites, this episode serves as a highlight reel of what made Lake Charles and Southwest Louisiana such a wonderful place to play this year.  Find more information on where to eat, things to do, and events happening this weekend at VisitLakeCharles.org.  Keep up with hosts Brady Renard on Twitter, @RenardSports and Jillian Corder on Facebook, @JillianCorderKPLC. 

On the morning of October 7th, 2023, Luis Har and his family headed to the bomb shelter in their home. The shelter could not be locked from the inside. "The Devil's Playground": That's how the former wife of rapper DMX describes the music ...

On the morning of October 7th, 2023, Luis Har and his family headed to the bomb shelter in their home. The shelter could not be locked from the inside. "The Devil's Playground": That's how the former wife of rapper DMX describes the music ...

On the morning of October 7th, 2023, Luis Har and his family headed to the bomb shelter in their home. The shelter could not be locked from the inside. "The Devil's Playground": That's how the former wife of rapper DMX describes the music ...

On the morning of October 7th, 2023, Luis Har and his family headed to the bomb shelter in their home. The shelter could not be locked from the inside. "The Devil's Playground": That's how the former wife of rapper DMX describes the music ...

On the morning of October 7th, 2023, Luis Har and his family headed to the bomb shelter in their home. The shelter could not be locked from the inside. "The Devil's Playground": That's how the former wife of rapper DMX describes the music ...

On the morning of October 7th, 2023, Luis Har and his family headed to the bomb shelter in their home. The shelter could not be locked from the inside. "The Devil's Playground": That's how the former wife of rapper DMX describes the music ...

TVC 719.4: Ed welcomes Tom Sturges, son of Academy Award-winning writer/director Preston Sturges, one of the top executives in the music industry, and the author of such books as Every Idea is a Good Idea, A Good Divorce Begins Here, and Preston Sturges: The Last Years of Hollywood's First Writer-Director. Tom's latest book, Men Explained... Finally, is a humorous, totally unscientific, and yet often very wise look at the male species that reveals such universal Man Truths as Why All Men are Really Fourteen Year-Old-Boys, Why Men Are Like Whales, Why All Men Have Three Basic Needs, and Why Every Problem in the World Can Be Solved with Duct Tape. Topics this segment how Tom's thirty-five years in the music business has helped him develop many of the observations about men that appear in Men Explained... Finally; how the key to survival for most men comes from their ability to compartmentalize; and why the goal of Tom's book is to help men have better relationships with the women in their lives. Men Explained... Finally is available wherever books are sold through Centimilla Press.

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On this, our 306th Evolutionary Lens livestream, we discuss men and women, relationships and strategies. What is actually true of young women right now? Is the manosphere onto some uncomfortable and deep truths, or do they suffer from sampling and confirmation bias? What role is porn playing? Social media? Is the nonsense that emerged from #MeToo, with regard to blaming all men, seeing an analog now in the blaming of women? However: men and women are different. Women are more likely to think they have a “right to be right,” to embrace ideologies that privilege victims and grievances, and to be neurotic. Just as encouraging men to embrace their emotional side can enhance many men's lives, encouraging women to embrace the physical world is likely to enhance their lives. Finally: a book recommendation (Playground).*****Our sponsors:Manukora: the most delicious and nutritious honey you'll ever have. Get up to 31% off + $25 of free gifts with the Starter Kit at www.Manukora.com/DarkHorsePrima: Ancestral high-protein bars, easy and delicious, now in four great flavors. 20% off at EatPrima.com/DarkHorse.CrowdHealth: Pay for health care with crowdfunding instead of insurance. It's way better. Use code DarkHorse at JoinCrowdHealth.com to get 1st 3 months for $99/month.*****Join us on Locals! Get access to our Discord server, exclusive live streams, live chats for all streams, and early access to many podcasts: https://darkhorse.locals.comHeather's newsletter, Natural Selections (subscribe to get free weekly essays in your inbox): https://naturalselections.substack.comOur book, A Hunter-Gatherer's Guide to the 21st Century, is available everywhere books are sold, including from Amazon: https://amzn.to/3AGANGg (commission earned)Check out our store! Epic tabby, digital book burning, saddle up the dire wolves, and more: https://darkhorsestore.org*****Mentioned in this episode:BSW on male-female dynamics, and response from @MichaelPThelen: https://x.com/thedarkhorsepod/status/2002077458758279397 Thelwall 2017 (1of2). Book genre and author gender in Goodreads: Romance>paranormal-romance to autobiography>memoir. Journal of the Association for Information Science and Technology 68(5):1212–1223. DOI:10.1002/asi.23768. Playground, by Richard Powers: https://www.powells.com/book/playground-9781324123736Support the show

Trey Dowell is back on Writing in Progress, and we're asking him questions from the Writing Battle forum to learn from his experience reading literally hundreds of stories as a professional judge this year.**SPONSOR INFO**This episode's sponser: Ryan Fleming!Check out his winning story--The Tragedy of Montague Bellot--on Writer's Playground "Storytime" podcast. (Thanks for the shout, Ryan)Also, more of his work will soon be available in one of our friends at Not Quite Write's "daredevil" episodes. So keep an eye out!**PATREON INFO**If you would like to join our WiPpersnapper Patreon community, here's everything you need to know:You can join at https://www.patreon.com/WritinginProgressPodcastThe tiers/perks are as follows:Good Samaritan ($1 USD/month)-Access to posts/surveys/updates on the Patreon Website-1 entry into giveaways-Good Karma for supporting small-time podcastersWiPpersnapper ($5 USD/month)-Access to bonus audio episodes, exclusive to the Patreon. (Currently 6 available). We aim to record about one 20 minute bonus episode per month.-5 entries into giveaways-Name shouted out at the end of all public episodes (if you'd like!)Episode Sponsor ($20 USD/month)-Whatever topic/service that is desired will be discussed and promoted at the start of an upcoming episode. (Books, Websites, Contests, Services, Social Media, Publications, Websites, etc.)-Appropriate links and descriptions will be included in episode descriptions and social media posts.-20 entries into giveaways.

Louis The Child returns for another amazing episode of #PlaygroundRadio featuring songs from Lollie, Megra, Bessey, Confidence Man, Nikko, Skrillex, Flava D, Effin and many more!Playground Radio Intro 00:00:001. camoufly - Believe 00:00:562. Megra - Break It 00:04:323. Lollie - Tulips 00:07:454. Robyn & Jamie xx - Dopamine (Jamie xx Remix) 00:10:295. Nikita, the Wicked - SUCKERS 00:15:236. Flava D & Stush - Energy 00:17:267. Lollie - Spirit (Tochi Bedford Version) 00:20:388. Pocket & Isaiah Michael Davis - Cigarettes 00:22:339. PEEKABOO, Skrillex, Flowdan, Fireboy DML - 6 Million 00:25:4410. Dam Swindle - That's Right (Edit) 00:27:5511. Bessey - Fed Up 00:31:4012. Dismantle - Tomorrow Will Be Different 00:35:1013. Big Gigantic & Effin - Hot Mic 00:40:3114. Jetta - Sicklysweet (Louis The Child Remix) 00:43:4815. Clarcq - Feelings 00:47:0416. Confidence Man, In2stellar, Janet Planet - BREAK IT DOWN (ON THE BASSLINE) 00:49:4117. Edward White - Air Bubbles 00:54:1118. nikko - PUSHINN 00:57:28

Se nos terminó el 2025, un año marcado por grandes lanzamientos, lastimosas decepciones y sorpresas que no teníamos en el radar. Es por eso que hoy recapitulamos lo que nos gustó y decepcionó en el mundo de los videojuegos.

Se nos terminó el 2025, un año marcado por grandes lanzamientos, lastimosas decepciones y sorpresas que no teníamos en el radar. Es por eso que hoy recapitulamos lo que nos gustó y decepcionó en el mundo de los videojuegos.

The band Air is a duo from Versailles, France. Their first EP came out in 1995, followed by their critically acclaimed debut album, ‘Moon Safari,' which was an international hit. Then they made the music for the film ‘The Virgin Suicides,‘ which was written and directed by Oscar-winner Sofia Coppola, based on the novel by Jeffrey Eugenides. The movie came out in 1999, and it was Sofia Coppola's first film. An album version of Air's score came out in 2000, and it was nominated for a Brit award. Pitchfork put it at number four on their list of the best film scores of all time. In addition to the instrumental music that appears in the movie, Air also wrote a song for the end credits called “Playground Love.” That song featured Sofia Coppola's future husband, Thomas Mars, from the French band Phoenix, on vocals. Phoenix was still a very new band, and he and Sofia hadn't even met yet. Thomas appears on the song under the name Gordon Tracks. So for this episode, I spoke to all of them: Nicolas and JB from Air; Sofia Coppola; Thomas Mars; as well as Brian Reitzell, the music supervisor of the film.For more info, visit songexploder.net/air.

Guest Kyle Edmiston, the President/CEO of Visit Lake Charles, joins hosts Brady and Jillian on Louisiana's Playground to discuss what is upcoming in 2026 for Lake Charles and all of Southwest Louisiana. From exciting new projects like the Mardi Gras Museum to thrilling championship sporting events, plenty is going on in the Chuck!  Find more information on where to eat, things to do, and events happening this weekend at VisitLakeCharles.org.  Stop by Cajun Charlie's in Sulphur for a true taste of Southwest Louisiana, where you can dive into their famous buffet, award-winning crawfish, and signature daiquiris in a casual, family-friendly atmosphere.  Keep up with hosts Brady Renard on Twitter, @RenardSports and Jillian Corder on Facebook, @JillianCorderKPLC. 

Most indoor playground and play café owners don't need more ideas going into a new year — they need better execution on the ones they already have.In this episode, I break down exactly how I'm using AI right now to help my indoor playground business owner clients review numbers, tighten systems, and remove the operational friction that quietly drains time and profit.This isn't about trends or tech overwhelm. It's a step-by-step, practical walkthrough of how I recommend using AI as an analyst, operations assistant, and planning tool so you can head into 2026 with clearer priorities, stronger systems, and far less on your plate.BLOG for this episode05:00–11:00 Strategy 1: Revenue analysis to find 2026 opportunities11:00–15:10 Strategy 2: Fix party systems before busy season15:10–17:10 Strategy 3: SOPs that don't depend on the owner17:10–19:00 Strategy 4: Floor-plan-based cleaning and safety19:00–23:10 Strategy 5: Prevent membership churn with AI23:10–25:35 Strategy 6: Pricing and add-on cleanup25:35–27:55 Strategy 7: Customer message scripts and decision trees27:55–29:50 Strategy 8: Policies and incident reporting systems29:50–31:40 Strategy 9: Repurpose marketing content fast31:40–34:15 Strategy 10: Website clarity, conversion, and SEO34:15–38:35 Strategy 11: Partner and sponsor generation for 2026OTHER RESOURCES:Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers SocietyGetting Started With Your Play Cafe [YouTube Video Playlist]What's Working In The Indoor Play Industry 2025 GuideFund Your Indoor Play Business [Free Training]Indoor Play Courses & 1:1 Consulting WaitlistMichele's InstagramMichele's WebsitePlay Cafe Academy YouTube ChannelETSY Template ShopPrepare Your Indoor Playground For a RecessionPlay Cafe Academy & Play Makers SocietyQuestions and Support: Support@michelecaruana.com Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Society: http://bit.ly/3HES7fDQuestions and Support: Support@michelecaruana.com Simplify and Scale with 50% OFF WellnessLiving: https://discover.wellnessliving.com/playcafeacademyActive Campaign Free Trial: https://www.activecampaign.com/?_r=D6IYK3HG

“There's always something that we can do and it really, truly matters” on the Daily Grind ☕️, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson @kellyfastruns and special guest Kris Richter. Kris is the founder of Paint Playground—a vibrant, unconventional art experience that invites adults to ditch perfectionism, get messy, and rediscover the joy of creating. Paint Playground has become known for its immersive, play-driven paint sessions that blend art, mindfulness, and pure, unfiltered fun.S8 Episode 25: 12/16/2025Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Kris RichterFollow Our Podcast:Instagram: @dailygrindpod https://www.instagram.com/dailygrindpod/  X: @dailygrindpod https://x.com/dailygrindpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dailygrindpodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dailygrindpodPodcast Website: https://direct.me/dailygrindpod   Follow Our Special Guest:Website: https://www.paintplaygroundexperience.com/ Instagram: @paintplaygroundexperience Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/paintplaygroundexperience Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/kris-richter-79348b287/ 

Brent's playdate plans suddenly change but his dad helps him have a good day anyway.

週二天下零時差關注以下國際大事： 一、《華爾街日報》：從手機應用程式起家的矽谷新創Nex Team，成功靠著遊戲機Nex Playground擄獲家長的心，成為美國黑五購物季的大黑馬。 二、《金融時報》：OpenAI宣布與迪士尼達成協議，旗下影音平台Sora用戶將可以使用正版迪士尼角色進行創作。但Sora面臨的結構性問題依舊無解。 三、《彭博商業週刊》：加薩戰爭引發抵制美商浪潮，馬來西亞消費者轉向本土品牌，意外改寫連鎖餐飲版圖。 文：李立心 製作團隊：莊志偉、張雅媛 ＊Ask AI!用最簡單的方式看懂2026，立即試用：https://bit.ly/4rKWZod ＊訂閱天下全閱讀：https://bit.ly/3STpEpV ＊意見信箱：bill@cw.com.tw -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

Earth was never meant to be a school or a place to prove your worthiness. It is the Master's Playground — a realm of pure creation, expression, and expansion. You did not come here to learn lessons or overcome tests. You came because you are already a master, and Earth offers the exquisite opportunity to play with energy in physical form. Every moment is an invitation to explore your divine potential, create new realities, and experience the next level of joy, abundance, harmony, and freedom.When you embrace Earth as the Master's Playground, everything in your life shifts from effort to ease, from striving to thriving, from waiting to living fully now. You begin to see that nothing is that serious, nothing is a mistake, and everything is responding to your frequency. This is where you step into your true power as a powerful creator, witnessing the divine symphony of perfection unfolding all around you. Are you ready to play at this level of mastery? Because the next level is here — and it is yours now!Pre-order Sara'a newest book The 11 Spiritual Roles of the Soul: Channeled Wisdom for Discovering Your Life's Purpose! https://resources.saralandon.com/spiritual-roles-bookBuy Sara's #1 best selling book... You Are A Channel: https://resources.saralandon.com/you-are-a-channel-book

Este episodio tenemos una invitada de lujo: tendremos la presencia de Karla Robles, Manager de Planning en Cheil México, empresa experta en marketing y publicidad. Hablaremos sobre uno de sus últimos donde profundizan sobre la visión del gaming como fenómeno cultural y económico en México, la participación equitativa de hombres y mujeres dentro de la industria, y más. En el siguiente enlace, puedes revisar el estudio completo realizado por Cheil México. Es gratuito: https://blogcheilmexico.com.mx/estudio-de-habitos-de-consumo-en-gaming/