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For the third time ever, Amy and Riley unlock the gates of Villa Rosa to provide the Little Turtle Cutie community with this free, full-length episode from our Patreon. Sit back and enjoy the life of a Villa Rosa VIP as we recap Vanderpump Rules season 7, episode 1 - "A Decent Proposal" in which Jax proposes to Brittany at the Malibu Crab Hut. If you enjoyed this full-length episode and want to become a cherished Villa Rosa VIP, join the Turtle Time Patreon to hear our entire archive and access exclusive bonus content! We'll be recapping the Vanderpump Rules series from the beginning each week. And if you need even more Turtle Time in your life, follow us on ⁠TikTok⁠ or ⁠Instagram⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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As work continues on finalizing a peace deal in Gaza, Nick Schifrin discussed the latest with two News Hour regulars, David Makovsky of the Washington Institute for Near East Policy, and Hussein Ibish of the Arab Gulf States Institute. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

In today's narration of Reddit stories podcast, OP's sister unfortunately passed away and has been cherishing one of her rings for years and then one day discovers that her brother has proposed with it.0:00 Intro0:20 Story 13:16 Story 1 Comments / OP's Replies6:21 Story 1 Update 18:24 Story 1 Comments9:59 Story 1 Update 210:59 Story 1 Comments13:22 Story 215:48 Story 2 Comments19:48 Story 2 UpdateFor more viral Reddit stories, incredible confessions, and the best Reddit tales from across the platform, subscribe to the channel! I *try* :) to bring you the most entertaining Reddit stories, carefully selected from top subreddits and narrated for your enjoyment. Whether you love drama, revenge, or heartwarming moments, this channel delivers the most captivating Reddit content. New videos uploaded daily featuring the best Reddit stories you won't want to miss!#redditupdate #redditrelationship #redditstoriesreddit Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As work continues on finalizing a peace deal in Gaza, Nick Schifrin discussed the latest with two News Hour regulars, David Makovsky of the Washington Institute for Near East Policy, and Hussein Ibish of the Arab Gulf States Institute. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

As work continues on finalizing a peace deal in Gaza, Nick Schifrin discussed the latest with two News Hour regulars, David Makovsky of the Washington Institute for Near East Policy, and Hussein Ibish of the Arab Gulf States Institute. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

President Trump and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy said Sunday that they are closing in on a peace proposal aimed at ending the war with Russia. The two leaders met at Mar-a-Lago in Florida for talks that involved just the U.S. and Ukraine. John Yang speaks with Michael McFaul, who teaches at Stanford University and was U.S. ambassador to Russia in the Obama administration, to learn more. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

December, 28 2025, 9AM; The meeting comes at a critical moment as Kiev is currently recovering from a deadly assault on the nation's capital. Zelenskyy said the city was hit by roughly 40 missiles and five-hundred drones and slammed Russia over the strikes in a post on social media. He further accused Russian representatives of engaging in lengthy peace talks, but said in reality, their drone and missile strikes speak for them. Alex Tabet joins The Weekend to discuss what to expect at the meeting between the two leaders.For more, follow us on social media:Bluesky: @theweekendmsnow.bsky.socialInstagram: @theweekendmsnowTikTok: @theweekendmsnow To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

President Trump and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy said Sunday that they are closing in on a peace proposal aimed at ending the war with Russia. The two leaders met at Mar-a-Lago in Florida for talks that involved just the U.S. and Ukraine. John Yang speaks with Michael McFaul, who teaches at Stanford University and was U.S. ambassador to Russia in the Obama administration, to learn more. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Jo Jo Siwa BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.JoJo Siwa and boyfriend Chris Hughes have dominated headlines this week with steamy engagement chatter that has fans buzzing about wedding bells. In a candid interview with The Sun published by TMZ on December 21, Hughes revealed he plans a surprise proposal when least expected, nixing predictable moments like Christmas morning to keep Siwa on her toes. Siwa, 22, playfully fired back shes game to propose herself if he drags his feet past seven years, setting a firm deadline for May 27, 2032, when shell drop to one knee. The Sun reports echoed by Tyla and thejasminebrand detail their flirty back-and-forth, with Siwa calling their bond a beautiful connection in a recent Guardian chat covered by AOL, confirming the romance thats sparked both adoration and some LGBTQ plus community backlash shes addressed publicly.No confirmed public appearances or fresh social media storms hit in the last few days, but Siwas business empire keeps expanding with buzz around her 2026 Infinity Heart fan cruise on Royal Caribbeans Utopia of the Seas. The Traveler and AOL spotlight the June 12 to 15 sailing from Port Canaveral, packing concerts, dance workshops, meet-and-greets, and bow-making sessions for Siwanators, with balcony cabins nearly sold out alreadya savvy pivot blending her tour with high-seas glamour that could redefine fan experiences long-term.Pink News fuels speculation of a holiday proposal after their chat, though its all talk so far with zero rings spotted. This relationship milestone, paired with the cruise launch teased December 12 by The Independent US, underscores Siwas evolution from Dance Moms kid to pop powerhouse eyeing family life, as shes mused about baby-blue weddings and kids ahead. Keep eyes peeledpost-holidays could deliver the pop question of the year.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Navigating divorce is emotionally overwhelming but without a clear divorce wealth strategy, it can also become financially devastating.In this episode of Real Money Talks, Loral walks through how to approach divorce with a divorce wealth strategy that protects your assets, minimizes tax damage, and sets you up for long-term independence and not just a clean break.Rather than reacting from fear or urgency, Loral explains why a smart divorce wealth strategy starts with a go-forward plan. From evaluating business ownership and real estate to understanding how taxes, trusts, and corporate structures affect settlement outcomes, this conversation reveals the costly mistakes most people make during divorce and how to avoid them.If you're in the middle of a divorce (or preparing for one), this episode offers clarity, direction, and a practical divorce wealth strategy designed to protect your next chapter, not just survive the current one.Loral's Takeaways:Discussion on Divorce and Asset Management (01:44)Proposal and Initial Steps (04:02)Tax Implications and Trust Considerations (05:19)Business Plan and Future Goals (06:06)Comprehensive Wealth Management (09:41)Meet Loral Langemeier:Loral Langemeier is a money expert, sought-after speaker, entrepreneurial thought leader, and best-selling author of five books.Her goal: to change the conversations people have about money worldwide and empower people to become millionaires.The CEO and Founder of Live Out Loud, Inc. – a multinational organization — Loral relentlessly and candidly shares her best advice without hesitation or apology. What sets her apart from other wealth experts is her innate ability to recognize and acknowledge the skills & talents of people, inspiring them to generate wealth.She has created, nurtured, and perfected a 3-5 year strategy to make millions for the “Average Jill and Joe.” To date, she and her team have served thousands of individuals worldwide and created hundreds of millionaires through wealth-building education keynotes, workshops, products, events, programs, and coaching services.Loral is truly dedicated to helping men and women, from all walks of life, to become millionaires AND be able to enjoy time with their families.She is living proof that anyone can have the life of their dreams through hard work, persistence, and getting things done in the face of opposition. As a single mother of two children, she is redefining the possibility for women to have it all and raise their children in an entrepreneurial and financially literate environment. Links and Resources:Ask Loral App: https://apple.co/3eIgGcXLoral on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/askloral/Loral on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/lorallive/videosLoral on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorallangemeier/Money Rules: https://integratedwealthsystems.com/money-rules/Millionaire Maker Store:

Fluent Fiction - Danish: A Christmas Proposal: Love Shines in Tivoli's Winter Magic Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2025-12-26-08-38-20-da Story Transcript:Da: Vinterens kolde ånde svævede over København, og skabte den perfekte atmosfære for julens magi.En: Winter's cold breath floated over København, creating the perfect atmosphere for the magic of Christmas.Da: Freja og Lars trådte ind i Tivoli Gardens, hvor lysene glimtede som stjerner mod nattehimlen.En: Freja and Lars stepped into Tivoli Gardens, where lights twinkled like stars against the night sky.Da: "Se, Lars!"En: "Look, Lars!"Da: udbrød Freja, mens et strålende smil krydsede hendes ansigt.En: exclaimed Freja, as a radiant smile crossed her face.Da: Hendes øjne skinnede, fyldt med barndommens glæde ved synet af de smukt dekorerede boder.En: Her eyes shone, filled with the childhood joy at the sight of the beautifully decorated stalls.Da: Hun mærkede julens nostalgi fylde hendes hjerte.En: She felt the nostalgia of Christmas fill her heart.Da: Lars, der gik ved hendes side, trak vejret dybt ind og kunne næsten smage den krydrede gløgg i luften.En: Lars, walking by her side, took a deep breath and could almost taste the spiced gløgg in the air.Da: Han nikkede, hans hånd knugede en lille, hemmelig pakke i frakkelommen.En: He nodded, his hand clutching a small, secret package in his coat pocket.Da: "Det er smukt," sagde han med et skævt smil, der dækkede over hans nervøsitet.En: "It's beautiful," he said with a crooked smile, masking his nervousness.Da: Tivoli var et helt vidunderland.En: Tivoli was a complete wonderland.Da: Det summede af liv med børnelatter, par derbyede dynerne tættere om sig, og musik der svævede over isbanen.En: It buzzed with life with children's laughter, couples pulling blankets closer around themselves, and music floating over the ice rink.Da: Men mængden var stor og kulden skar.En: But the crowd was big, and the cold was biting.Da: Freja trak sit tørklæde tættere om halsen, mens hun skubbede sig gennem folkemængden.En: Freja pulled her scarf tighter around her neck as she pushed her way through the crowd.Da: Hun forsøgte at fokusere på øjeblikket.En: She tried to focus on the moment.Da: De gyldne lys, den varme duft af ristede mandler – alt var en del af hendes juledrøm.En: The golden lights, the warm scent of roasted almonds – it was all part of her Christmas dream.Da: Men Freja kunne ikke lade være med at føle skuffelse snige sig ind.En: But Freja couldn't help but feel disappointment creeping in.Da: Var det virkelig så magisk, hun havde husket det?En: Was it really as magical as she remembered?Da: Hun ønskede så brændende, at Lars også kunne føle denne barndommens glæde.En: She wished fervently that Lars could also feel this childhood joy.Da: Hun tog endnu en dyb indånding og mindede sig selv om at nyde øjeblikket.En: She took another deep breath and reminded herself to enjoy the moment.Da: Pludselig trak Lars forsigtigt i hendes arm, hans øjne skævede mod en roligere del af haven.En: Suddenly, Lars gently tugged on her arm, his eyes skimming towards a quieter part of the garden.Da: Snefnug begyndte at falde forsigtigt, som om de dansede til julens egen melodi.En: Snowflakes began to fall gently, as if they danced to their own Christmas melody.Da: Han førte hende til en lille bænk omkranset af glitrende lys.En: He led her to a small bench surrounded by sparkling lights.Da: "Freja," sagde han blidt og tog den lille æske frem fra sin lomme.En: "Freja," he said softly, taking the small box from his pocket.Da: Med et undrende blik så Freja på Lars.En: With a wondering look, Freja gazed at Lars.Da: Han åbnede æsken, der afslørede en smuk, skinnende ring.En: He opened the box, revealing a beautiful, shiny ring.Da: "Vil du gøre dette – vores liv – til noget magisk?"En: "Will you make this – our life – something magical?"Da: Frejas hjerte dansede højere end julekoret omkring dem.En: Freja's heart danced higher than the Christmas choir around them.Da: Tårer glimtede i øjnene, mens hun nikkede ivrigt.En: Tears sparkled in her eyes as she nodded eagerly.Da: "Ja, Lars, ja!"En: "Yes, Lars, yes!"Da: udbrød hun.En: she exclaimed.Da: Deres grin og lykke blev en del af Tivolis egen symfoni.En: Their laughter and happiness became part of Tivoli's own symphony.Da: Midt i vinterens kulde fandt de en varme, de ikke havde forventet.En: Amidst winter's cold, they found a warmth they hadn't expected.Da: Freja realiserede, at skønheden ved julen ikke altid er i perfektionen, men i de uventede øjeblikke af kærlighed og glæde.En: Freja realized that the beauty of Christmas isn't always in perfection, but in the unexpected moments of love and joy.Da: Og Lars opdagede magien, der lå i at dele denne varme, søde følelse af julens nærhed.En: And Lars discovered the magic in sharing this warm, sweet feeling of Christmas's closeness.Da: Hvad der begyndte som en rejse for at finde gammelkendt vidunder, afsluttedes med et nyt kapitel af et liv fyldt med kærlighedens lys.En: What began as a journey to find familiar wonder ended with a new chapter of a life filled with the light of love. 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In this episode, the hosts engage in a lively conversation that spans various topics, from personal anecdotes and observations during a night out to deeper discussions about social media's impact on public perception, the music industry, and recent controversies in DC. They reflect on the complexities of relationships, the implications of celebrity culture, and the challenges faced by the Go-Go community. The episode culminates in a discussion about accountability, integrity, and the consequences of personal choices, all while maintaining a humorous and relatable tone.00:00 Introduction and Setting the Scene02:22 Observations from a Night Out05:03 The Impact of Social Media on Public Perception06:42 The Christmas Day Netflix Gig Controversy09:56 The Role of Cookie in the Go-Go Community14:29 Accountability in the Music Industry16:47 The DC Police Chief's Controversial Farewell26:03 Squatting and Tenant Rights in DC39:38 Jake Paul's Fight and Its Implications49:12 Young Thug's Proposal and Relationship Dynamics01:03:40 The Fallout from a Coach's Scandal01:13:37 Conclusion and Wrap-UpBecome a Patreon of the mtmj poDcast w/the wife for bonus episodes and visual content. Join our Patreon Here: https://patreon.com/MTMJPodcastwiththewife?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: A Proposal Under the Christmas Lights of Halászbástya Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2025-12-25-08-38-20-hu Story Transcript:Hu: A Halászbástya Budapest egyik legszebb helye.En: The Halászbástya is one of the most beautiful places in Budapest.Hu: Karácsonykor különösen varázslatos.En: At Christmas, it is particularly magical.Hu: A hó csendesen hullik az égből, a földet fehér takaró borítja.En: The snow quietly falls from the sky, covering the ground with a white blanket.Hu: A fények színesen csillognak, és a Duna csillogása lenyűgöző kilátást nyújt.En: The lights twinkle in color, and the shimmering Danube provides a breathtaking view.Hu: Zoltán főhősünk, alig tudja visszatartani izgalmát.En: Our main character, Zoltán, can barely contain his excitement.Hu: Eszter, a szerelme, minden érzékével figyeli a téli tájat.En: Eszter, his love, is taking in the winter landscape with all her senses.Hu: Nem tudja, mi vár rá.En: She doesn't know what awaits her.Hu: László, Zoltán barátja, már a helyszínen van.En: László, Zoltán's friend, is already at the location.Hu: Ő segít Zoltánnak mindenben.En: He is helping Zoltán with everything.Hu: László néha viccelődik, hogy csillapítsa a feszültséget, de ő is izgul.En: László sometimes jokes to ease the tension, but he is also excited.Hu: Zoltán terve egyszerű, de szívből jön.En: Zoltán's plan is simple but heartfelt.Hu: Esküvőt szeretne Eszterre.En: He wants to propose to Eszter.Hu: Tudja, hogy a Halászbástya a tökéletes helyszín.En: He knows that the Halászbástya is the perfect spot.Hu: A kihívás az emberek tömegében rejlik.En: The challenge lies in the crowd of people.Hu: Zoltánnak kell egy pillanat, amikor minden tökéletes, és senki nem zavar.En: Zoltán needs a moment when everything is perfect, and no one is in the way.Hu: László segít neki.En: László helps him.Hu: Azt mondja, "Hol a gyűrű?En: He says, "Where's the ring?Hu: Minden készen áll?En: Is everything ready?"Hu: " Zoltán mosolyog, bár a keze kicsit remeg.En: Zoltán smiles, though his hand shakes a little.Hu: "Itt van nálam," mondja.En: "It's right here with me," he says.Hu: Közben a hó tovább esik, és puha fátylat borít a világra.En: Meanwhile, the snow continues to fall, wrapping the world in a soft veil.Hu: A romantika a levegőben van.En: Romance is in the air.Hu: Eszter elképedve nézi a Halászbástyát.En: Eszter gazes at the Halászbástya in awe.Hu: "Gyönyörű, nem igaz?En: "Beautiful, isn't it?"Hu: " kérdezi lelkesen.En: she asks enthusiastically.Hu: Zoltán csak bólint.En: Zoltán just nods.Hu: Most eljött a pillanat.En: Now the moment has arrived.Hu: Leszáll egy csendes pillanat.En: A quiet moment falls.Hu: A tömeg eltávolodik.En: The crowd moves away.Hu: Zoltán Lászlóhoz fordul egy bátorító pillantásért.En: Zoltán turns to László for a reassuring glance.Hu: László szelíden bólint.En: László gently nods.Hu: Zoltán mély lélegzetet vesz, majd letérdel.En: Zoltán takes a deep breath, then kneels down.Hu: Eszter ijedten pislog.En: Eszter blinks in surprise.Hu: "Mit csinálsz?En: "What are you doing?"Hu: " kérdezi, de mosolya elárulja izgatottságát.En: she asks, but her smile betrays her excitement.Hu: Zoltán előveszi a gyűrűt.En: Zoltán takes out the ring.Hu: "Eszter, hozzám jössz feleségül?En: "Eszter, will you marry me?"Hu: " Eszter szeme könnybe lábad.En: Eszter's eyes fill with tears.Hu: Néhány másodpercig csend van körülöttük.En: For a few seconds, there is silence around them.Hu: Majd Eszter boldogan mondja, "Igen!En: Then Eszter joyfully says, "Yes!"Hu: "László gyorsan előkapja a fényképezőgépet, és megörökíti a pillanatot.En: László quickly grabs the camera and captures the moment.Hu: A Halászbástya fehér ragyogásában Zoltán és Eszter boldogan ölelik át egymást.En: In the white glow of the Halászbástya, Zoltán and Eszter happily embrace each other.Hu: A fényképek elmesélik a történetüket, egy új fejezet kezdetét.En: The photos tell their story, the beginning of a new chapter.Hu: Zoltán megérti, hogy néha csak meg kell bízni a pillanat varázsában.En: Zoltán realizes that sometimes you just have to trust in the magic of the moment.Hu: Az előkészületeknek köszönhetően minden tökéletesen alakult.En: Thanks to the preparations, everything turned out perfectly.Hu: A jövő szép, a kezdete pedig csodálatos a Halászbástya varázslatos karácsonyi fényében.En: The future is beautiful, and its beginning is wonderful in the magical Christmas lights of the Halászbástya. 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Fluent Fiction - Danish: A Winter Proposal: Love Lights Up København's Tivoli Gardens Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2025-12-25-08-38-19-da Story Transcript:Da: Det var en magisk vinteraften i København.En: It was a magical winter evening in København.Da: Sneen dalede sagte, og Tivoli skinnede som en glitrende juvel midt i byen.En: The snow fell gently, and Tivoli shone like a glittering jewel in the middle of the city.Da: Astrid og Johan gik hånd i hånd gennem Tivoli Gardens, overdækket af et tæppe af tusindvis af julelys.En: Astrid and Johan walked hand in hand through Tivoli Gardens, covered by a blanket of thousands of Christmas lights.Da: Duften af ristede mandler fyldte luften, og lyden af glade børns latter gav parken liv.En: The scent of roasted almonds filled the air, and the sound of happy children's laughter brought the park to life.Da: Astrid følte sig lykkelig.En: Astrid felt happy.Da: I aften ønskede hun noget særligt, noget magisk.En: Tonight she wished for something special, something magical.Da: En lille stemme i hende håbede på en helt speciel overraskelse.En: A small voice inside her hoped for a very special surprise.Da: Hun kiggede kærligt på Johan, som så glad og energisk ud.En: She looked lovingly at Johan, who seemed happy and energetic.Da: Men hun vidste ikke, at hans hjerte bankede hurtigere end normalt.En: But she didn't know that his heart was beating faster than normal.Da: Johan havde en ring i lommen.En: Johan had a ring in his pocket.Da: Han havde planlagt at fri til Astrid i aften og ventede på det rette øjeblik.En: He had planned to propose to Astrid tonight and was waiting for the right moment.Da: De gik forbi julenissen, der delte slik ud til børnene, og videre til det store pariserhjul.En: They walked past the Christmas elf, who was handing out candy to the children, and on to the big Ferris wheel.Da: Astrid lo, da Johan drillede hende og sagde, at han ville tage hende med helt til Paris i gondolen.En: Astrid laughed as Johan teased her, saying he would take her all the way to Paris in the gondola.Da: Selv om Johan jokede, rystede hans hænder lidt af nervøsitet ved tanken om at tage skridtet.En: Even though Johan joked, his hands trembled a little with nervousness at the thought of taking the step.Da: Da aftenen gik mod sit klimaks, trak Johan Astrid tættere på sig.En: As the evening approached its climax, Johan pulled Astrid closer to him.Da: De stod på Plænen, også kendt som den store græsplæne, hvorfra man kunne se fyrværkeriet.En: They stood on Plænen, also known as the large lawn, from where one could see the fireworks.Da: Johan havde besluttet, at det skulle være der, han ville spørge.En: Johan had decided that it should be there he would ask.Da: Med fyrværkeriets lys danser i baggrunden, håbede han på, at det ville blive en uforglemmelig oplevelse.En: With the fireworks' lights dancing in the background, he hoped it would be an unforgettable experience.Da: Men netop som han ville tage mod til sig, skete det uventede.En: But just as he was about to gather his courage, the unexpected happened.Da: En gruppe børn løb forbi dem efter en stor ballondyrmand, og Astrids opmærksomhed blev kortvarigt fanget af det sjove optræden.En: A group of children ran past them after a balloon artist, and Astrid's attention was momentarily caught by the amusing performance.Da: Johan frøs et øjeblik.En: Johan froze for a moment.Da: Nej, tænkte han, ikke nu.En: No, he thought, not now.Da: Men så tog han en dyb indånding, tog fat i Astrids hånd og knælede ned.En: But then he took a deep breath, took Astrid's hand, and knelt down.Da: "Astrid," sagde han med en stemme fyldt med kærlighed og ærlighed.En: "Astrid," he said with a voice filled with love and honesty.Da: "Vil du gifte dig med mig?"En: "Will you marry me?"Da: Hendes øjne blev store af overraskelse og glæde.En: Her eyes grew wide with surprise and joy.Da: Hun kigge ned på Johan, hans øjne skinnede mere end nogen stjernehimmel.En: She looked down at Johan, his eyes shining more than any starry sky.Da: Astrid smilende sagde "Ja, selvfølgelig vil jeg det!"En: Astrid, smiling, said, "Yes, of course I will!"Da: Hun kastede sig i hans arme, og de omfavnede hinanden midt i den glitrende vinterhave.En: She threw herself into his arms, and they embraced each other amidst the sparkling winter garden.Da: I det øjeblik indså Johan, at det ikke var det perfekte øjeblik, der betød noget, men snarere det perfekte i at være sammen og ærlige overfor hinanden.En: In that moment, Johan realized that it was not the perfect moment that mattered, but rather the perfection in being together and honest with each other.Da: Astrid følte sig både elsket og værdsat, og hendes skjulte usikkerheder smeltede væk som snefnug på en varm hånd.En: Astrid felt both loved and appreciated, and her hidden insecurities melted away like snowflakes on a warm hand.Da: Og i Tivoli Gardens den aften, mens fyrværkeriet malede himlen, var der to hjerter, der allerede var klar til deres livs største rejse sammen.En: And in Tivoli Gardens that evening, while the fireworks painted the sky, there were two hearts already ready for the greatest journey of their lives together. Vocabulary Words:magical: magiskgently: sagteglittering: glitrendejewel: juvelblanket: tæpperoasted: ristedescent: duftlaughter: latterspecial: særligtenergetic: energiskproposal: frielf: julenissenFerris wheel: pariserhjulgondola: gondolentremble: rystedeclimax: klimaksunforgettable: uforglemmeligexperience: oplevelsegather: samlecourage: modunexpected: uventedemomentarily: kortvarigtperformance: optrædenkneel: knæledehonesty: ærlighedshining: skinnedeembrace: omfavneinsecurities: usikkerhedermelt: smeltedesnowflakes: snefnug

Fluent Fiction - Danish: A Christmas Proposal: Love Blossoms in Nyhavn's Snowy Glow Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2025-12-25-23-34-02-da Story Transcript:Da: Nyhavn glitrede som et juleeventyr.En: Nyhavn glittered like a Christmas fairy tale.Da: Lysene blinkede fra de små boder, hvor man kunne købe varm gløgg og brændte mandler.En: The lights blinked from the small stalls, where one could buy warm mulled wine and roasted almonds.Da: Der var en duft af kanel og julestemning i luften.En: There was a scent of cinnamon and Christmas spirit in the air.Da: Snefnug faldt let og stille ned, som om de dansede til tonerne af et orkester.En: Snowflakes fell lightly and quietly, as if they were dancing to the tunes of an orchestra.Da: Midt i dette vinterparadis gik Mikkel, Anna og deres datter Sofie.En: In the middle of this winter paradise were Mikkel, Anna, and their daughter Sofie.Da: Mikkel havde noget særligt i tankerne denne jul.En: Mikkel had something special in mind this Christmas.Da: Mens Anna og Sofie glad kiggede på de smukke juledekorationer, tænkte Mikkel på den ring, der lå tungt i hans lomme.En: While Anna and Sofie happily looked at the beautiful Christmas decorations, Mikkel thought about the ring that lay heavily in his pocket.Da: Planen var at fri til Anna foran kanalen i det magiske lys.En: The plan was to propose to Anna in front of the canal in the magical light.Da: Men det hastige snefald truede med at kuldkaste hans planer.En: But the sudden snowfall threatened to upset his plans.Da: Folk stimlede sammen i store grupper, skjulte sig under paraplyer, og vinden blæste koldt om deres ører.En: People gathered in large groups, hid under umbrellas, and the wind blew coldly around their ears.Da: Mikkel var nervøs, men han vidste, at det rette øjeblik ville komme.En: Mikkel was nervous, but he knew that the right moment would come.Da: De standsede ved kanten af kanalen.En: They stopped at the edge of the canal.Da: Vandet var delvist tilfrosset, og man kunne se små fartøjer vippe let i bølgerne.En: The water was partially frozen, and small vessels could be seen lightly bobbing in the waves.Da: Sofie løb hen og tilbage mellem sine forældre, hendes glade latter varmeluften i den kolde vinterdag.En: Sofie ran back and forth between her parents, her joyful laughter warming the air on the cold winter day.Da: "Se, mor!"En: "Look, mom!"Da: råbte hun, mens sneen dansede rundt om hende.En: she shouted, as the snow danced around her.Da: Anna vendte sig mod Mikkel og smilede.En: Anna turned to Mikkel and smiled.Da: Han tog en dyb indånding.En: He took a deep breath.Da: Han vidste, at et perfekt øjeblik ikke behøvede at være planlagt.En: He knew that a perfect moment didn't need to be planned.Da: Det var her og nu, blandt de ting han elskede — Anna, Sofie, og den betagende julestemning.En: It was here and now, among the things he loved — Anna, Sofie, and the enchanting Christmas atmosphere.Da: "Anna," sagde han nænsomt, mens hans hjerte hamrede i brystkassen.En: "Anna," he said gently, while his heart pounded in his chest.Da: Han gik på knæ i den bløde sne.En: He kneeled in the soft snow.Da: Anna gispede, hendes øjne fyldt med overraskelse og glæde.En: Anna gasped, her eyes filled with surprise and joy.Da: "Vil du gifte dig med mig?"En: "Will you marry me?"Da: De omkransende julelys reflekterede i hendes øjne, og hun rystede på hovedet — ikke for at sige nej, men for at jage den tårer, som trillede ned ad kinderne væk.En: The surrounding Christmas lights reflected in her eyes, and she shook her head — not to say no, but to chase away the tears that trickled down her cheeks.Da: "Ja, Mikkel," svarede hun med blød stemme.En: "Yes, Mikkel," she answered softly.Da: "Ja!"En: "Yes!"Da: Sofie klappede hænderne af glæde, dansede rundt om dem i sneen.En: Sofie clapped her hands with joy, dancing around them in the snow.Da: Hun forstod kun delvist, hvad der skete, men hendes forældre var glade, og det gjorde hende glad.En: She only partly understood what was happening, but her parents were happy, and that made her happy.Da: Familien krammede tætte og varme, midt i det vinterlige togé.En: The family hugged tightly and warmly, in the midst of the winter snow.Da: Det blev et øjeblik, de altid ville huske.En: It became a moment they would always remember.Da: Et øjeblik fyldt med kærlighed og julens magi.En: A moment filled with love and the magic of Christmas.Da: Og Mikkel vidste, at selvom alt ikke havde været perfekt, var øjeblikket det alligevel.En: And Mikkel knew that even though everything hadn't been perfect, the moment was so nonetheless.Da: For kærligheden var som sneen — smuk, uberegnelig, og altid fagende.En: For love was like the snow — beautiful, unpredictable, and always captivating. Vocabulary Words:glittered: glitredefairy tale: juleeventyrstalls: bodermulled wine: gløggroasted almonds: brændte mandlercinnamon: kanelsnowflakes: snefnugorchestra: orkesterparadise: vinterparadisdecorations: juledekorationerpropose: fricanal: kanalensudden: hastigethreatened: truedegathered: stimledeumbrellas: paraplyervessels: fartøjerbobbing: vippelaughter: lattertunes: tonernegasper: gispedesurrounding: omkransendereflected: reflekteredetears: tårerclapped: klappedehugged: krammedenonetheless: alligevelcaptivating: fagendemagical: magiskmoment: øjeblik

Fluent Fiction - Korean: A Winter's Proposal: Love Blossoms on Snowy Namiseom Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ko/episode/2025-12-25-08-38-20-ko Story Transcript:Ko: 눈송이 하나가 손바닥 위에 떨어졌다.En: A snowflake fell onto the palm of Hyunjin's hand.Ko: 현진은 그 눈송이를 바라보며 천천히 녹아들어가는 것을 지켜보았다.En: He watched the snowflake as it slowly melted away.Ko: 그는 자신의 마음도 그렇게 따뜻하게 녹아드는 순간을 기다리고 있었다.En: He was waiting for a moment when his heart would also melt warmly like that.Ko: 옆에서 은서는 환하게 웃으며 그의 손을 잡아끌었다.En: Next to him, Eunseo smiled brightly and pulled on his hand.Ko: “저기 봐! 저 나무 정말 예쁘지?”En: "Look over there! Isn't that tree really pretty?"Ko: 은서는 눈 쌓인 나무 아래에서 사진을 찍고 싶어 했다.En: Eunseo wanted to take a photo under the snow-covered tree.Ko: 현진은 웃으며 그 모습을 카메라에 담았다.En: Hyunjin smiled and captured her in his camera.Ko: 남이섬은 아름다운 겨울 풍경으로 가득 차 있었다.En: Namiseom was filled with beautiful winter scenery.Ko: 높은 전나무와 눈길, 부드럽게 빛나는 조명들이 그들의 발걸음을 반짝였다.En: The tall fir trees, the snow-covered paths, and the softly glowing lights sparkled as they walked.Ko: 현진은 이번 여행이 특별하길 바랐다.En: Hyunjin hoped this trip would be special.Ko: 은서와의 사랑을 더 깊이 이어가고 싶었다.En: He wanted to deepen his love with Eunseo.Ko: 하지만 그는 자신의 마음을 어떻게 전해야 할지 몰라 망설였다.En: However, he hesitated, not knowing how to express his feelings.Ko: 그간 고민이 많았지만, 아직도 적절한 순간을 찾기가 쉽지 않았다.En: He had been troubled for a while but still found it difficult to find the right moment.Ko: 두 사람은 겨울 속으로 더 깊이 들어갔다.En: The two of them went deeper into the winter landscape.Ko: 가끔씩 현진은 조심스레 그녀의 손을 꼭 잡으며 생각했다. '지금이 맞을까?'.En: Occasionally, Hyunjin would carefully hold her hand tight and think, 'Is now the right time?'Ko: 하지만 예쁜 경치와 은서의 웃음에 흠뻑 빠져들어 순간을 놓치곤 했다.En: But he often lost the moment, engrossed in the beautiful scenery and Eunseo's laughter.Ko: 해가 슬며시 지고 어두운 하늘이 깔리자, 남이섬은 더 환상적으로 변했다.En: As the sun gently set and the dark sky spread, Namiseom turned even more magical.Ko: 수많은 작은 전구들이 깜박이며 눈 위에서 춤추고 있었다.En: Countless small lights twinkled and danced on the snow.Ko: 바로 그 순간, 현진은 마음속에서 뭔가가 톡 하고 터지는 것을 느꼈다.En: At that moment, Hyunjin felt something pop in his heart.Ko: “은서야,” 현진이 부드럽게 그녀를 불렀다.En: "Eunseo-ya," Hyunjin called her softly.Ko: 그녀는 호기심 가득한 눈으로 그를 바라보았다.En: She looked at him with curious eyes.Ko: 눈을 맞으며 헝클어진 머리카락이 더욱 사랑스러웠다.En: Her hair tousled from the snow was even more endearing.Ko: "뭔가 할 말 있어?" 은서는 장난기 어린 미소를 지었다.En: "Do you have something to say?" Eunseo asked with a playful smile.Ko: 그 때, 현진은 마침내 용기를 냈다.En: At that moment, Hyunjin finally gathered his courage.Ko: 주머니 속 준비해둔 작은 상자를 꺼내며 무릎을 꿇었다.En: He took out a small box he had prepared in his pocket and knelt.Ko: “나와 함께해 줄래?” 그의 목소리는 떨렸지만, 진심이 담겨 있었다.En: "Will you be with me?" His voice trembled, but it was sincere.Ko: 은서는 놀라움에 입을 벌렸다.En: Eunseo opened her mouth in surprise.Ko: 그리고 곧이어 그녀의 웃음소리가 겨울 공기를 가득 메웠다.En: Soon her laughter filled the winter air.Ko: “그래. 당연히.”En: "Yes. Of course."Ko: 현진은 고요해진 마음으로 자리에서 일어났다.En: Hyunjin stood up with a calm heart.Ko: 그동안 품고 있던 걱정은 한순간에 사라지고, 함께하는 기쁨이 그들 사이를 가득 채웠다.En: The worries he had been holding onto vanished in an instant, and the joy of being together filled the space between them.Ko: 은서와 함께 손을 잡고 그들은 다시 길을 걸어 나갔다.En: Hand in hand with Eunseo, they began to walk the path again.Ko: 남이섬 아래의 하얀 눈이 그들과 함께 숨쉬고 있었다.En: The white snow beneath Namiseom was breathing with them.Ko: 그리고 그들의 사랑도 더 깊어졌다.En: And their love deepened.Ko: 눈 덮인 세상은 이제 그들의 새로운 시작을 축복하고 있었다.En: The snow-covered world was now blessing their new beginning. Vocabulary Words:snowflake: 눈송이palm: 손바닥melted: 녹아들어가는captured: 담았다scenery: 풍경hesitated: 망설였다express: 전하다troubled: 고민이 많았다engrossed: 빠져들어twinkled: 깜박이며endearing: 사랑스러웠다gathered: 냈다courage: 용기trembled: 떨렸지만sincere: 진심이 담겨vanished: 사라지고breathing: 숨쉬고 있었다deepened: 더 깊어졌다moment: 순간sunset: 해가 슬며시 지고landscape: 겨울 속으로curious: 호기심 가득한playful: 장난기 어린knelt: 무릎을 꿇었다box: 상자prepared: 준비해둔worries: 걱정path: 길을 걸어blessing: 축복하고 있었다new beginning: 새로운 시작

THE MONROE DOCTRINE AND NAVAL POWER Colleague Gregory Copley. Gregory Copley continues, debating whether the US is a naval or continental power in the context of enforcing the Monroe Doctrine and discussing a proposal for new battleships. NUMBER 10 1910

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The European medical device sector is a vital pillar of healthcare innovation, employing over 930,000 people and representing a market of approximately €170 billion. However, since the implementation of MDR and IVDR, manufacturers—especially SMEs—have faced increasing regulatory complexity, long certification timelines, and reduced market predictability.In this podcast episode, we explore the 2025 EU proposal designed to address these challenges by simplifying regulatory processes while preserving patient safety.The discussion covers:Key shortcomings of the current MDR/IVDR frameworkThe impact on innovation, availability of devices, and SMEsThe eight reform pillars, including proportionality, digitalisation, international cooperation, and improved coordination with EMA and Notified BodiesHow upcoming EU legislation (AI Act, Cybersecurity Act, Biotech Act) will interact with medical device regulationsThis episode provides practical insights for manufacturers, regulatory professionals, and policymakers seeking to anticipate regulatory changes and adapt their strategies accordingly.Who is Monir El Azzouzi? Monir El Azzouzi is a Medical Device Expert specializing in Quality and Regulatory Affairs. After working for many years with big Healthcare companies, particularly Johnson and Johnson, he decided to create EasyMedicalDevice.com to help people better understand Medical Device Regulations worldwide. He has now created the consulting firm Easy Medical Device GmbH and developed many ways to deliver knowledge through videos, podcasts, online courses… His company also acts as Authorized Representative for the EU, UK, and Switzerland. Easy Medical Device becomes a one-stop shop for medical device manufacturers that need support on Quality and Regulatory Affairs.Links  Adam Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-isaacs-rae/Social Media to follow Monir El Azzouzi Linkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/melazzouzi Twitter:https://twitter.com/elazzouzim Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/easymedicaldevice Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/easymedicaldevice 

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Day 1,397.Today, as three days of talks in Miami between the US, Ukraine and Russia fail to produce anything of substance, we report how Emmanuel Macron may pick up the diplomatic baton with a potential phone call this week with Vladimir Putin. We report the breaking news of a car bombing in Moscow that has killed another senior Russian General and of another Ukrainian strike against Russian energy facilities in the Caspian Sea. And later, you'll hear a report from our last trip to Ukraine when we visited a prosthetics factory in Odesa where, among work to support victims of this war, I met a fellow Afghanistan veteran, only this chap had been fighting for the Soviet Union.ContributorsDominic Nicholls (Associate Editor of Defence). @DomNicholls on X.With thanks to video producer Jack LeatherVideo version of our report on the prosthetics factory in Odesa:https://youtu.be/m-vZshCP4nYSIGN UP TO THE ‘UKRAINE: THE LATEST' WEEKLY NEWSLETTER:http://telegraph.co.uk/ukrainenewsletter Each week, Dom Nicholls and Francis Dearnley answer your questions, provide recommended reading, and give exclusive analysis and behind-the-scenes insights – plus maps of the frontlines and diagrams of weapons to complement our daily reporting. It's free for everyone, including non-subscribers.CONTENT REFERENCED:Steve Rosenberg's actual question to Putin:https://x.com/BBCSteveR/status/2002328372253503933?s=20Russian TV's interaction with the fake Steve Rosenberg:https://x.com/BBCSteveR/status/2002804837486850215?s=20Russia is Losing – Time for Putin's 2026 Hybrid Escalationhttps://www.rusi.org/explore-our-research/publications/commentary/russia-losing-time-putins-2026-hybrid-escalationReuters: US intelligence indicates Putin's war aims in Ukraine are unchanged:https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/us-intelligence-indicates-putins-war-aims-ukraine-are-unchanged-2025-12-19/Subscribe: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatestEmail: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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I am an engaged woman!!! In this solo ep, I am explaining the whole surprise proposal, how I decided on my ring, the process of ring shopping in NYC, and all the progress we've made on wedding planning. I give my opinions on lab vs. natural diamond, bridesmaids and whether ring shopping ruins the surprise of the engagement.(00:00) - (25:42) - Surprise proposal and events leading up (25:42) - (45:15) - Picking my ring and going ring shopping(45:15) - Venue touring and wedding planningPhotographer for party: Tacia Media

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: A Christmas Proposal in Shibuya: Love Found and Rings Returned Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-12-20-08-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: クリスマスイブの夜、東京の賑やかな街、渋谷には冬の寒さの中でも温かな雰囲気が漂っています。En: On Christmas Eve, in the lively city of Shibuya in Tokyo, a warm atmosphere lingers despite the winter chill.Ja: エミはKaitoと会う前に、少し緊張していました。En: Emi felt a bit nervous before meeting Kaito.Ja: 街の光が煌めく中、エンゲージメントリングをポケットの中で確かめながら、家族の期待と自分の想いが頭の中で交錯していました。En: As the city lights sparkled, she checked the engagement ring in her pocket, and the expectations of her family mingled with her feelings in her mind.Ja: しかし、いざ渋谷駅に着くと、人混みの中でリングがポケットから落ちてしまったことに気がつきます。En: However, as soon as she arrived at Shibuya Station, she realized that the ring had fallen out of her pocket in the crowd.Ja: 「どうしよう...」エミは心の中で叫びました。En: "What should I do..." Emi cried out in her heart.Ja: 人々が行き交う中でリングを探すのは、まさに針の穴を通すような困難でした。En: Searching for the ring amid the bustling crowd felt like threading a needle through a tiny hole.Ja: 焦るエミが探し続ける間、リングはたまたま近くを通りがかったRenの足元に転がりました。En: While a frantic Emi continued her search, the ring happened to roll to the feet of Ren, who was passing by.Ja: Renはそれを拾い、不思議そうにリングを眺めました。En: He picked it up and gazed at it curiously.Ja: エミは、リングを持っているRenを見つけ、急いで彼に話しかけました。En: Emi spotted Ren holding the ring and quickly approached him.Ja: 「そのリング、私の大切なものです。」エミは胸をドキドキさせながら説明しました。En: "That ring is something very important to me," Emi explained, her heart pounding.Ja: 「今夜、婚約の予定で...」En: "Tonight, I plan to get engaged..."Ja: Renはしばらく考え込みましたが、すぐにエミにリングを返しました。En: Ren thought for a moment but soon returned the ring to Emi.Ja: 「大切な時のために、どうぞ。」彼は微笑んで言いました。En: "For your important moment, here you go," he said with a smile.Ja: その時、エミは大切なのは家族の期待ではなく、彼との真実の愛だと気づいたのです。En: At that moment, Emi realized that what truly mattered was not her family's expectations but her true love with him.Ja: エミは無事にリングを取り戻し、心からの笑顔でKaitoのもとへ向かいます。En: With the ring safely back in her possession, Emi headed towards Kaito with a heartfelt smile.Ja: 彼女の中には新たな自信が芽生え、全ての期待を乗り越え、二人の絆を信じることができるようになっていました。En: A new confidence blossomed within her, allowing her to overcome all expectations and believe in their bond.Ja: 煌く渋谷の街は、二人の新しい未来を祝福するように優しく彼女を包み込みました。En: The sparkling city of Shibuya gently embraced her, as if blessing their new future together.Ja: クリスマスの夜空に、幸せな鐘の音が響き渡ります。En: In the Christmas night sky, the sound of happy bells resonated. Vocabulary Words:lively: 賑やかなatmosphere: 雰囲気lingers: 漂っていますchill: 寒さnervous: 緊張していましたexpectations: 期待mingled: 交錯していましたfrantic: 焦るbustling: 行き交うthreading: 通すcuriously: 不思議そうにengagement: 婚約possession: 取り戻しconfidence: 自信blossomed: 芽生えsparkling: 煌くembraced: 包み込みresonated: 響き渡りますbond: 絆heartfelt: 心からのovercome: 乗り越えgazed: 眺めましたpounding: ドキドキさせながらretrieve: 取り戻しpossibility: 可能性consumed: 消費していましたblessing: 祝福needle: 針の穴moment: 時discovered: 気がつきます

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USDA Secretary urges Governor Newsom to abandon a land equity proposal under review by California lawmakers.

In this opinion column, Rep. John Ley outlines his criticism of the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program, arguing that the proposal is unaffordable, widely unpreferred, and unsupported by updated cost estimates while raising concerns about congestion, tolling, light rail, and marine clearance. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-the-unpreferred-and-unaffordable-interstate-bridge-replacement-proposal/ #I5Bridge #IBRProgram #TransportationPolicy #PublicSpending #Opinion #ClarkCounty #Washington #Oregon

Researchers are trying to protect livestock from mountain lions. The American Farm Bureau is pleased with proposed changes in clean water regulations and will check in with a farmer of persimmons and figs to learn a little about the crop and their health benefits.   

Tone Kapone, KeKe, and Zach Boog talk Young Thug's Proposal, New Year's Resolution, 50 Cent vs. Maino, Christmas Gifts & More!

IHSA schools split on Proposal 19: Sycamore backs expanded playoffs, Genoa-Kingston resists, DeKalb sees new hope. Scheduling relief or more lopsided games? Local ADs weigh the trade-offs.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.

With the Affordable Care Act subsidies set to expire, we're taking a closer look at one of the main Republican alternatives to help Americans pay for their health care. As Lisa Desjardins reports, the plan is centered on health savings accounts. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

In this episode, Logan sits down with AJ Ballantine to break down how Cornerstone Remodeling grew from $2M to $10M in five years—without hiring five times the people. The secret? A radically optimized design process, driven by empathy mapping, technology, and sales finesse. AJ walks through the systems, tools, and scripts he used to cut his sales cycle, boost his close rate, and wow clients—all while keeping a high-touch, boutique feel. If you're a design-build remodeler struggling with lengthy sales processes, low perceived value, or slow growth, this episode is your blueprint for change.

Abdel is one of the most prolific developers in the Zero Knowledge space. Since our conversation in September, he was able to accomplish so much that he requested another interview to talk about it. So what happened with ZK STARKs that is so important? Time stamps: 00:01:04 Podcast Introduction & Sponsor Acknowledgments 00:02:15 Vlad's Rant on Bitcoin Media & Podcast Landscape 00:03:24 Bitcoin Takeover Podcast Mission & Seven-Year Anniversary 00:04:39 Transition to Abdel's Updates & ZK-STARKS 00:05:44 Abdel's Zcash & Bitcoin Proposals 00:07:00 Comparing Bitcoin and Zcash Community Reactions 00:08:36 Altcoins as Experimentation Grounds 00:11:23 Scaling, Rollups, and Drivechains 00:13:10 Abdel's Proposal for Native STARK Verification 00:17:19 Zcash's TDE and Layer 2 Possibilities 00:19:22 ZK-Rollups, Privacy, and Regulatory Pressures 00:21:02 Government Surveillance & KYC Concerns 00:24:26 Cultural Stigma Around Bitcoin Privacy 00:25:34 Zcash's SEC Presentation & Institutional Acceptance 00:28:58 Debate on Privacy, Transparency, and Backdoors 00:30:00 Bitcoin's Social Layer & Governance 00:32:47 Critique of Bitcoin Perfectionism & Altcoin Dismissal 00:35:49 Bitcoin's Mission: P2P Cash vs. Store of Value 00:36:49 Learning from Ethereum & Second-Layer Innovations 00:37:24 Sponsor Plugs & BTCfi Introduction 00:40:14 BTCfi: Bitcoin Staking & Yield Mechanisms 00:46:15 Bridging BTC to StarkNet & Atomic Swaps 00:48:36 BTCfi: KYC, Permissionless DeFi, and Institutional Offerings 00:50:59 DeFi Risks & Bitcoin Staking Security 00:51:40 ZK-STARK Verifiers on Bitcoin Cash 00:53:10 Bitcoin Cash, Zcash, and Social Layer Value 00:58:54 Bitcoin Cash's Technical Innovations & Community Dynamics 01:00:04 Quantum Resistance: Investor Fears & Satoshi's Coins 01:02:29 Quantum Threat Timeline & Migration Planning 01:10:25 Quantum-Resistant Signatures & Scalability Trade-offs 01:11:20 Hard Fork vs. Soft Fork for Quantum Resistance 01:13:08 Consensus, Confiscation Proposals, and Social Risks 01:17:56 Stagnation in Bitcoin Development & Altcoin Innovation 01:23:12 Ethereum's Role in Crypto Ecosystem 01:25:24 Zcash's Dual Incentives & Institutional Recognition 01:28:08 Zcash's Future: Innovation vs. Ossification 01:30:39 Sponsor Plugs: Noones & SideShift 01:33:42 Quantum Resistance Migration: Hard Fork Efficiency 01:37:11 Bitcoin's Future: Security, Consensus, and Upgrades 01:43:09 Bull Markets, Technological Breakthroughs, and Lightning 01:45:18 Lightning's Shift to B2B & Retail Challenges 01:47:02 Bitcoin Treasury Companies & Business Models 01:49:18 Seinfeld Analogy & Bitcoin's Societal Impact 01:52:11 Magic Wand: Abdel's One Change for Bitcoin 01:54:03 Legitimate Altcoins & Project Criteria 01:57:16 Monero, Kaspa, Litecoin, and Altcoin Usefulness 02:02:06 ZK-STARKs: Complementary or Standard? 02:06:21 ZK-STARKs for Fast Bitcoin Syncing 02:10:27 Call for Wallet Integration & User Experience 02:14:08 Bull Bitcoin Wallet & Open Source Security 02:22:02 Freedom Tech, Nostr, and ZK for Sovereignty 02:26:02 ZK-STARKs: Career Opportunities & Verification 02:28:41 Outro & Listener Easter Egg

A guy named Carter edited himself into the animation of "Shrek" to propose to his girlfriend, Andressa. It's the wedding scene and Carter is the one who shouts "I object". He had left the room during the scene, leaving his future bride watching their TV and to wonder why he was IN the movie talking to her. He came out shortly afterward in a suit and popped the question. FULL STORY: https://www.wdjx.com/viral-man-edits-himself-into-shrek-scene-for-proposal/

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Bravo personality Daryn Carp discusses her five hottest pieces of pop culture right now. Also, Tyra Banks joins to discuss her new viral ice cream brand “Smize and Dream” and her new Christmas song to go along with it. Plus, Jenna and Al surprise a super fan and her boyfriend- she thinks she's here to play a trivia game, but her boyfriend plans to propose live on-air!   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Booking and proposal season is coming fast, and here's the hot take most photographers don't want to hear: You can't treat your rebrand like a Band-Aid that will make more inquiries come. In this episode, I'm breaking down exactly what you should be prepping before inquiries spike so you don't end up scrambling, ghosting leads, or leaving money on the table.We're talking systems, client-facing touch points, and backend operations that actually support growth, not just aesthetics.If you want to move through booking season feeling calm, confident, and booked with the right clients, this episode is your checklist.✨ In This Episode, We Cover:***Why a rebrand alone won't fix your booking problemsA new logo or website won't save you if your systems can't support visibility. We talk about what actually needs attention first.***Systems to prep before inquiries roll inFrom inquiry workflows to automation and follow-ups, we cover what needs to be in place so every lead is handled smoothly and professionally.***Client-facing assets that convertWe talk about proposal pages, redirect pages, and why a strong “what happens next” experience can make or break a booking.

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Hollywood is reeling after legendary director Rob Reiner and his wife were found stabbed to death inside their Brentwood home, with law enforcement sources closely examining the couple’s troubled adult son as a person of interest. Blake Lively privately reached out to Taylor Swift for her birthday this year, opting for a heartfelt personal message over a public post, sources say. Meanwhile, Jennifer Aniston is fueling romance rumors as she spends Christmas with Jim Curtis — and friends whisper a holiday proposal may be just around the corner. Don't forget to vote in today's poll on Twitter at @naughtynicerob or in our Facebook group.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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We end this season where we started — a conversation about higher education and democracy. This time, Michael Berkman, McCourtney Institute for Democracy director and professor of political science at Penn State, sits down with Brad Vivian, professor of communication arts and sciences at Penn State and author of Campus Misinformation: The Real Threat to Free Speech in American Higher Education. Berkman and Vivian discuss the Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education, a proposal issued to several universities by the Trump administration earlier this fall. The compact offers benefits like increased access to federal grants and contracts and priority handling of student visas in exchange for changes in admission practices, a commitment to institutional neutrality, and other demands. Vivan outlines how the compact goes against many of the core values in higher education and what make universities an essential part of American democracy. Beyond the compact, Berkman and Vivian also talk about how education might be a contributing factor in America's growing political divide and how university faculty and leadership should think about this divide.This is our final episode of the year. We will be back with new episodes in January. From our entire team, happy holidays and we'll see you in 2026!Mentioned in this episode:Why I'm Excited About the White House's Proposal for a Higher Ed Compact - Danielle AllenPolarized by Degrees: How the Diploma Divide and the Culture War Transformed American Politics - Matt Grossmann and David A. Hopkins   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Known for his record-breaking run as Deadpool in Marvel films, Ryan Reynolds is an award-winning actor and producer whose career spans hits like Deadpool & Wolverine, Free Guy, and The Proposal. In this conversation from September 2024, Reynolds joins Willie Geist to discuss the massive global success of the Deadpool franchise, his wide-ranging career, and how he balances work with life as a father of four. Plus, he opens up about his late father's long battle with Parkinson's disease and the impact it had on his family. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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A five-hour meeting between Vladimir Putin and U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff ends without a breakthrough, as the Kremlin rejects key parts of the updated Ukraine peace plan.Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth shifts his account of the U.S. strike on an alleged drug boat, saying he didn't order the second, lethal attack as lawmakers press for answers.And a special House election in deep-red Tennessee district tightened far more than expected, offering both parties clues about voter energy heading into the 2026 midterms.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Rebecca Rossman, Jason Breslow, Megan Pratz, Mohamad ElBardicy and Alice Woelfle.It was produced by Ziad Buchh, Nia Dumas and Christopher Thomas.We get engineering support from Stacey Abbott. And our technical director is Carleigh Strange.Our Supervising Producer is Michael Lipkin.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy