Podcasts about Purple Rain

I saw the power of storytelling and the responsibility we have to share stories to educate and change lives.Dr. Terésa Dowell-Vest is an Associate Professor of Communication at Prairie View A&M University and President of the University Film and Video Association (UFVA), an organization that supports film, television, and media studies in higher education.In this conversation Terésa and I discuss:* The music of Janet Jackson, Prince, and Jimmy Jam/Terry Lewis* Teaching media in a post-truth world* What UFVA is, why it matters, and how professional associations can sharpen teaching and creative practice* What filmmaking trends she sees with her students at Prairie View A&M* The short documentary her students did in collaboration with students from USC (link here)* “The Death of Cliff Huxtable” and the process of separating art from a problematic artistThanks for reading The Creativity, Education, and Leadership Newsletter! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.Here is an AI generated transcript. Don't come for me.BEN: Hi everyone—Ben Guest here. Welcome to The Creativity, Education, and Leadership Podcast. Today my guest is Professor Terésa Dowell-Vest, an associate professor of Communication and Media at Prairie View A&M University and the President of the University Film and Video Association (UFVA).In this conversation we talk Janet Jackson, the media landscape for young people interested in production, what UFVA does, and more. Enjoy.Professor, thanks so much for joining me today.TERÉSA: Thank you. Thank you for having me. It's my pleasure to be here.BEN: I always like to start with a fun question. Senior year of high school—what music were you listening to?TERÉSA: Senior year of high school—1989. 1990 was a great year to be a Janet Jackson fan. *Rhythm Nation* was probably worn out in my car's tape deck. I was a huge fan.BEN: Did you do the choreography?TERÉSA: Oh yes. I can do the hands and all that—the “A‑5‑4.” I would do it, for real.And Janet Jackson was the big one, even though Prince's *Purple Rain* came out a few years earlier. That album was still in regular rotation for me in high school.And then in 1988 New Edition put out *Heart Break*—produced by Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis. That was such a good time. So yeah: Janet, Prince, New Edition—Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis were the soundtrack.BEN: '88 was when Bobby Brown's *Don't Be Cruel* came out, right?TERÉSA: Listen, lemme tell you, the eighties to be a teenager in the eighties, to be in your twenties in the nineties. What a time to be alive.BEN: Yeah. I love it. Okay, second fun question. What's your pick for best picture this year?TERÉSA: I'd say *Sinners*. There are a few this year, but funny enough I actually focused more on television—I was obsessed with *Stranger Things* and *Severance* (and one other show I'm blanking on), so I didn't get to the movies as much. But I did see *Sinners* and it really stuck with me. I should preface that by saying I'm not as familiar with the entire pool, but I'm almost confident it'll be a strong contender.BEN: So good. I saw that your MFA thesis was titled *The African American Producer Is the American Griot*. Can you talk about that—maybe even in relation to *Sinners*?TERÉSA: I've always been fascinated by the power of storytelling. My bachelor's degree and my MFA are both in theater because I love live engagement. That also shaped me as a professor—I love being in front of students and engaging in a transactional, interactive way, not just a linear one. Theater and education give me that kind of exchange with an audience.For my graduate thesis I came to know Dr. Maulana Karenga—best known for creating Kwanzaa. He was chair of the Black Studies program at California State University, Long Beach. During my years there (1994–1997), I was the only Black student in the program, and in 1997 I became the first Black person to graduate with my particular degree from that program. Even in the '90s I was thinking: why are we still talking about “firsts” and “onlys”?I wanted to bridge storytelling with the legacy of slavery and survival—my own ancestors were from Virginia, where I was born and raised. Dr. Karenga taught me the concept of the *griot*—the storyteller—and the responsibility that comes with that. In the U.S., storytelling often gets treated as frivolous—an extracurricular, “nice to have.” A lot of Black parents, especially, don't want their kids studying film, theater, or the liberal arts because it doesn't seem like a stable livelihood. I started undergrad as an accounting major and didn't tell my dad I'd switched to theater until graduation day—he found out when they called my name under the College of Arts instead of the College of Business. That's the mindset I came from: my family wanted us to succeed, and the arts read as struggle, not a viable career.But there's honor in being a storyteller. That idea changed how I saw theater.And it was the '90s—*Rent* was happening, and I was in Los Angeles, flying back and forth to the East Coast to see Broadway shows that weren't just entertaining; they were educating and changing lives. I remember *The Life*—not a massive hit, but it told the story of Black and Brown women working as call girls in New York City. You'd think, “Is that a Broadway story?” But the music was outstanding.And there were so many others—*Bring in 'da Noise, Bring in 'da Funk* with Savion Glover, looking at African American history through tap and music. During that period I really saw the power of storytelling—and the responsibility we have to tell stories that educate and change lives.BEN: That's so powerful. The responsibility of storytelling to educate and change lives.TERÉSA: Yeah.BEN: It's one of the things I've often thought as a teacher: I'm a storyteller. How do you construct a lesson so students are receptive? It's like you're telling a story over a unit, a curriculum, or even a single lesson.TERÉSA: When you engage with students and give them permission to share their stories, you're not really “teaching” in the traditional sense anymore. It becomes more like peer engagement than “I'm the teacher, I know the things, and I'm telling you the things.”Students receive it differently when they feel you're invested in who they are—not just their grade.BEN: There's a great quote, I think it's Roger Ebert films, but really stories are empathy machines.TERÉSA: Yeah.BEN: It allows us to walk in someone else's shoes for a moment. There was a reconciliation group in Mississippi whose motto was: “Enemies are people whose stories we haven't heard.”TERÉSA: Incredibly profound. When we think about fear, it's often a lack of understanding—no connection to the thing you're afraid of. Hearing stories can build that connection.BEN: Can you talk about the importance of media education? I'm a documentary filmmaker, documentary filmmaking in today's world where so much of where we are in a post-truth society.TERÉSA: There are mechanics to telling the truth, and mechanics to telling a lie. In fiction you see this a lot—shows like *The Mentalist* or *Law & Order* where someone reads body language, eye movement, and so on to figure out whether someone is lying.What matters for media education is helping students understand the “tells” in information—how to challenge and debunk claims instead of assuming, “Someone told me a thing, so it must be true.”I didn't fully appreciate how urgent that was until the pandemic, when early reporting was all over the place and a lot of it conflicted. Being able to sort honest, vetted information from dishonest or speculative claims mattered in a very concrete way—like realizing you probably shouldn't drink bleach.Coming out of that period, teaching media studies has meant teaching reporting with integrity. You can't just assume something is true—not because people are “bad,” but because people absorb information differently based on what they've experienced.I do a lecture with my senior capstone students on the difference between **knowledge** and **information**. Knowledge is shaped by culture, character, race, gender, where you grew up, what language you speak, what faith you practice—so it can carry bias. Information, on the other hand, is verifiable and can be vetted. 2 + 2 = 4 no matter who you are.Good storytelling—and good journalism—knows how to bridge knowledge and information with integrity. When I have journalism students who lean into opinion-driven news—whether it's Fox, MSNBC, whatever—I tell them: that's playing to an audience's sensibilities. It can be entertaining, but it isn't the same as straight reporting. Then there's reporting that aims to be more information-based—“Here's what happened today.” That also needs to be taught. We're in a moment where students need tools to tell the truth, recognize lies, pick them apart, and trust their internal compass about what's important to share.And Ben—my answers get long. You might have to cut me off.BEN: I'm going to cut you off when what you're saying stops being interesting—so I doubt I'm going to cut you off.You're the President of the University Film and Video Association. For listeners: what is UFVA?TERÉSA: UFVA is a nationally recognized organization of university and college educators and institutions focused on film, television, and media studies—both practice and theory. We're a collective of makers and scholars. Our members hold a range of degrees—MAs, MFAs, MS degrees, PhDs, EdDs.As an organization, we examine how film and television are used—and we keep digging into how the field is evolving through innovation and emerging technology. Each year we host a conference (typically in July) where we share classroom best practices and research, and we analyze how film sparks conversation.You asked me earlier about a front-runner for Best Picture. I think about *Sinners* as a kind of textbook in a lot of ways. One of my students gave an informative speech last semester on the history of hoodoo, and she referenced *Sinners* heavily because it's central to the film. In that moment she used a movie as a learning text.That's what UFVA does: we create space to share those opportunities through research and scholarship, and we bring it back to our students and institutions.BEN: You said “best practices,” and I want to come back to that because it's a rabbit hole I love.But first: in an interview you did with the *Journal of Film and Video*, you said you were about to start your UFVA presidency and weren't sure what to expect. Now that you've lived it—how was it?TERÉSA: One of the biggest things I've learned—maybe I've only really realized it in the last couple of months—is that joining an association as an educator keeps the fire hot. It keeps you learning.As UFVA President, I've met so many people who've inspired me. It's not that I want the presidency to end; it's more like, “I need more time to implement everything I'm learning from colleagues.” It also pushed me to partner with other organizations and communities I knew about but hadn't been deeply involved with.I joined UFVA because of the pandemic. Before that I'd never even heard of the University Film and Video Association. I was the kind of person who kept my head down and did my work in my silo, and I was fine with that. But when the pandemic hit, no one knew what to do with film production courses in quarantine.I reached out to colleagues—thinking maybe eight or ten of us would hop on Zoom and talk through hybrid and online teaching. That snowballed. People said, “Can I invite a colleague?” I said yes. I posted on Facebook: if you teach film production or media studies and want to talk about what we're doing this fall, let's meet.Jennifer Proctor replied and asked, “Have you heard of UFVA?” I hadn't. She suggested sharing the call with UFVA, and we kept casting the net. By the time we met, there were 126 professors from around the world—about 100 universities represented, including USC, Ivy League schools, and institutions in Germany and Australia.I ran the meeting as breakout rooms—nine of them—named after Black women in film and television: Shonda Rhimes, Julie Dash, and others. So even in the mechanics of the meeting, people were saying these names and being reminded of who matters in media.Two things came out of that experience. First, UFVA invited me to join the board. I said, “Let me be a member first,” but within a few months I knew: yes, this is where I want to be.Second, I saw the gaps. There was very little representation from HBCUs, and very few Black people involved. Not because UFVA was “bad,” but because people simply didn't know. So I understood my call: help bring people in, build bridges, and create collaboration without turning it into a slogan. I love that we get to do the work without making it a “thing.” That's been the value of the presidency for me.BEN: Love it. Can you talk about with your students at Prairie View, what are some trends you're seeing with what the young people are doing?TERÉSA: Oh, child. They want to be influencers.This is the social media age, and a lot of students see it as the primary industry of their generation—and I get it. If you have enough followers and a couple brands offer deals, it can be real money. I have students with tens of thousands of followers. I'm like, I can barely get my family to like a post. And they're like, “Oh, I do nails,” or “I do lashes,” or “I show my sneaker collection,” and they'll get 10,000 likes every time they post.My reaction is: we need to be teaching this. We need to teach students how to parlay that into careers. Even if I don't personally understand every part of it, that doesn't make it non-viable.It reminds me of when we were in school. The internet wasn't even a thing when I was in college (1990–1994), and then suddenly we were on the edge of being connected to the world. Professors were saying, “This will create cheaters—you'll never look things up in books again.” Sound familiar?Now students are figuring out VR, AR, AI. They're building brands, protecting brands, learning to be CEOs of themselves. That's exciting.BEN: Yeah. I think about that all the time. It's like when people first started writing letters—somebody must have said, “No one's going to talk to each other anymore. They're just going to send letters.”TERÉSA: Exactly. Every generation has a thing—“Who's using this calculator? You need to learn long division.”BEN: I graduated high school in '93, so when you're talking about Janet, my “Janet album” is literally *janet.*—“Again,” “That's the Way Love Goes,” all of that. It's funny how, year by year, the soundtrack shifts just a bit.BEN: Okay—teaching and best practices. What's something you've done in your classroom that really leveled up your teaching?TERÉSA: Oh, wow. Gosh, I think it's less something I've done and more the intention of showing the students that their success is not coming from looking up. It's from looking over. It's the concept that. When you graduate from college, it isn't some executive that's going to give you an opportunity. It's the people you're in the trenches with right now that you're gonna build with right now. So I think the thing that's leveled up my teaching is less a thing that I can show them as much as relationships that I can help them forge and the power of networking. So our program has has a pipeline relationship with the Annenberg School of Communication at the university. The University of Southern California professor Mickey Turner, who's a professor there at USC teaches the senior storytelling for Media course similar to the communication capstone course that I teach here. And so every semester, professor Turner and I collaborate. Those two classes together and we introduced those students to each other through pitches, research topic pitches for their final capstone project. And what they see is. Students at an HBCU or students at this PWI are not different at all. They just, they, live in different states. Perhaps they come from different backgrounds, but by and large, they have similar goals. And we teach them that this is who you need to forge a relationship with because when you are at the stage of making deals or going out and work, this is the person you're gonna want to call. So I think the thing that's leveled up my teaching is my understanding. And my teaching of that understanding of how the industry works and how it can best work for them. Since you no longer have to live in LA or New York to, to make movies people are making movies on their devices. You have to now find your tribe to tell your stories and it can be much more localized. And so I teach them to build their team where they are and not. Go after this aspirational. The only way I can make it if is if I put it in the hands of someone so far away from me. No, put it in the hands of the guy sitting next to you or the young lady that's sitting on this other side and shoot your film, make your short tell the story. Do your podcast. I feel like that's leveled up. The final piece to that USC story is that during the pandemic, five of our students from Prairie View and five students from USC collaborated on a short documentary about the pandemic and how it impacted students at HBCUs, at this HBCU versus how it impacted students at a private, pWI Prairie View is 45 minutes outside of the city of Houston. We're a rural community. We're in the middle of nowhere essentially, whereas USC is in the heart of Los Angeles and those students taught, told an amazing story. I'll send you the link to the film. It's on YouTube. Told an amazing story from two different vantage points. That is a great indication of how education can be collaborative. Just as film is.BEN: Yeah. Before we started recording, we were talking about travel—and it just reminds me: travel is one of the best educations people can get. The more you interact with people from around the country and the world, the more you realize how similar we are and what we want: better lives for our kids and a better world to live in.That feels like a good place to end. For people interested in your work, where can they find you?TERÉSA: A good starting point is **thedeathofcliffhuxtable.com**. That's where you'll find my fan-fiction series—and later scholarly series—about separating the art from the artist when the artist is problematic.Bill Cosby's work touched every stage of my life: as a child I watched *Fat Albert and the Cosby Kids* on Saturday mornings; as a teenager in the '80s I watched the Huxtables and wanted to be part of that world; and in college in the '90s—at James Madison University, a PWI—every Thursday night at 8:30 we gathered to watch *A Different World*, and it made us feel connected in a way.When I think about the more than 60 women who came forward, my first thought is: that many people aren't lying. Even if one person tells the truth, it changes everything.In 2015—around the time the New Yorker reporting was circulating and more women were speaking—I started writing fan fiction centered on the Huxtable family at the moment Cliff Huxtable dies. I “killed” Cliff Huxtable to push back on the idea that Bill Cosby was “America's dad.” That moniker belonged to Cliff Huxtable—a fictional character written by an artist who created something meaningful and also did something horrific.We can't see Cliff the same way because he wears Bill Cosby's face, but they are not the same person—one of them isn't even real. Writing the series helped me illustrate that tension, and it eventually became a scholarly project.During the pandemic we hosted a virtual series with 51 artists, scholars, and actors who read chapters and then joined post-show discussions on the themes. You can find all of that through the website, and it's also the easiest way to contact me.BEN: Wow. Professor, thank you for all the, for your time today, but also for all the good work you're doing in so many different spaces.TERÉSA: Thank you. Thank you. And I look forward to listening to the podcast even more. I'm sorry that I'm just now getting hip to your great work, but I tell you what, I am going to tune in and probably hit you up with some questions and excited remarks shortly thereafter.BEN: I love it.That was my conversation with Professor Dowell-Vest. If you enjoyed it, share it with a friend. Have a great day. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit benbo.substack.com

This episode dives deep into the crossroads of music, culture, media, sports, and real-life economics, asking one central question: Who — and what — do we actually value anymore? The conversation opens with a sharp breakdown of music and award culture, questioning whether promiscuous lyrics and algorithm-driven hits have diluted the meaning of awards — or music itself. The hosts debate whether award shows still matter in an era ruled by streams, virality, and online moments, while spotlighting the glaring absence of recognition for legends like Keith Sweat and New Edition. That leads to a broader conversation about how Black music is historically undervalued, which artists were overlooked in their prime, and why ownership still matters — from sampling debates to Prince's refusal to let Purple Rain be touched. The segment also tackles forced genre crossovers and whether modern male R&B still centers women or prioritizes ego and image. From there, the show pivots into pop culture and media moments, reacting to Jim Jones' studio setup, Rihanna's “gone off ASAP” comment, and the ongoing disconnect between what men say they want versus what they respond to in strong women. The crew debates whether celebrities overshare as a branding strategy or sabotage themselves, and whether cancel culture is real — or simply tied to profitability. At the sports checkpoint, the NFL playoffs spark debate around surprises, disappointments, and the growing expectation that athletes must now entertain as much as they perform. Cam Newton's viral vocabulary moment opens a broader discussion on intelligence, reading culture, and whether society critiques how people speak more than how they perform. The hosts also explore why outspoken athletes face harsher backlash than underperforming ones. The episode then zooms out to economy, society, and real life, unpacking the closure of familiar DMV nightlife staples and what that signals about spending habits, economic pressure, and changing priorities. Are people actually broke — or just more selective? Why does everything feel like a subscription now? And is corporate America quietly collapsing, or simply reshaping itself behind the scenes? Closing out, the conversation turns introspective with social media and identity, examining whether podcasts have replaced blogs as today's opinion leaders, if everyone being a “brand” has killed authenticity, and whether therapy language is being overused online. The episode ends with a sobering question: Does going viral help more careers than it ruins?

Send us a textHappy New Year! DJ Paulie and Brother Lou are back to kick off the year with a bang. In this jam-packed episode, the brothers debut brand-new segments, dive into some wild true-crime stories, and hand the reins to Britt for a countdown that explores the sparks that ignited musical revolutions. Whether you are looking for nostalgia, laughs, or deep dives into pop culture history, this episode has it all.In This Episode:• The Countdown: The Music That Started the Party Britt takes us through a chronological journey of songs that didn't just top the charts—they shifted the culture. This list features the tracks that lit the fuse for entire genres, including George McCrae's disco-igniting "Rock Your Baby," Blondie's genre-bending "Rapture," and the grunge explosion of Nirvana's "Smells Like Teen Spirit." The set also covers game-changers from Donna Summer, Michael Jackson, Run DMC, Dr. Dre, and Britney Spears.• New Segment: Stay or Skip? The brothers introduce a new movie review game. When you stumble across a classic film while channel surfing, do you stay and watch it, or skip it? Paulie and Lou debate 80s cinema staples like Flashdance, Top Gun, Cocktail, Footloose, Dirty Dancing, and Prince's Purple Rain.• Busted (formerly Stupid Criminals) The guys share a fresh batch of criminal mishaps, including a car thief who blamed aliens for teleporting him into a BMW, a driver who tried to use a UPC label from a package of chicken wings as a license plate, and a holiday family argument that ended with a thrown Christmas ham. Plus, an international story involving the theft—and swallowing—of a Fabergé egg.• Rock Talk with Todd Snyder Todd returns with a deep dive titled "Selling the Party." He explores the business of rebellion and how underground movements like Punk, New Wave, Hair Metal, and Grunge eventually get packaged, polished, and sold to the masses.• TV Time: One and Done A look back at cult classic TV shows that were cancelled after just one season. The brothers discuss whether shows like Freaks and Geeks, My So-Called Life, Firefly, and Almost Human are worth the watch today.• Random Facts Did you know Australia is wider than the moon? Or that Psycho was the first American film to show a toilet flushing? The brothers wrap up with a collection of bizarre trivia to start your week.Tune in for the laughs, the stories, and the tunes that changed history!Support the showThanks for listening. Join us each Monday at 1pm Central at www.urlradio.net and follow us on Facebook!

What if the sixth album is where artists finally step into their truest selves? We kick off season six by chasing that idea across genres and decades, building a mix from Radiohead, Bruce Springsteen, Kendrick Lamar, Prince, Beyoncé, The Beatles, Jay-Z, John Mayer, The National, Michael Jackson, Foo Fighters, and A Tribe Called Quest. The pattern that emerges is hard to ignore: at album six, craft meets courage, and the results can be seismic.We start with contrasts—Radiohead's brooding There, There and the stark intimacy of Springsteen's Nebraska—spotlighting how restraint can be as bold as maximalism. Kendrick's TV Off punches at the attention economy while delivering meme-worthy flair; Prince's Purple Rain towers as a career-defining epic that still feels alive. We trace personal and cultural stakes in Beyoncé's Formation, then pivot to The Beatles' Michelle to show how Rubber Soul reshaped their sound with subtle, melodic confidence.The timeline gets playful when Jay-Z's '03 Bonnie & Clyde foreshadows what Lemonade would later complicate. We celebrate narrative craft in John Mayer's Walt Grace, sit with The National's vulnerable “45%er” admission, and marvel at Thriller's near-greatest-hits density anchored by Billie Jean. Foo Fighters' The Pretender turns sixth-album freedom into kinetic fuel, and A Tribe Called Quest's We the People closes with legacy, politics, and gratitude—proof that a final statement can still move the culture forward.https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/sam-2026-6th-album-mix/pl.u-1LX0auZaGX7V1. There, There - Radiohead2. Nebraska - Bruce Springsteen3. tv off - Kendrick Lamar featuring Lefty Gunplay4. Purple Rain - Prince5. Formation - Beyonce6. Michelle - The Beatles7. '03 Bonnie & Clyde - Jay-Z featuring Beyonce8. Walt Grace's Submarine Test, January 1967 - John Mayer9. I Need My Girl - The National10. Thriller - Michael Jackson11. The Pretender - Foo Fighters12. We The People.... - A Tribe Called Quest Support the showVisit us at https://www.superawesomemix.com to learn more about our app, our merchandise, our cards, and more!

Three 50-somethings discuss the impact of Prince's Purple Rain! (With a big and interesting digression into the music of Rush…) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit betterangels1.substack.com

Glams, today we're joined by Sarah Hindsgaul, a two-time Emmy–nominated hair designer from Denmark best known for creating the iconic looks of Stranger Things (seasons 1–5). We talk about the products she's loving right now, her earliest ideas of beauty growing up in Denmark, her new haircare brand Hindsgaul Hair (out 1/12), and just how emotional it was to say goodbye to Stranger Things—and all of those unforgettable hairstyles. Sarah takes us behind the scenes of some of the show's most memorable moments, including the decision to shave Millie Bobby Brown's head in season one, the toughest creative calls across five seasons, and some fun on-set dynamics. Plus, a rapid Hellfire round covering fan theories, favorite characters, and a certain Purple Rain moment.Watch our episodes!CALL or TEXT US: 424-341-0426Instagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanTwitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanEmail: glossangelespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

SEGMENT 1: POP CULTURE POP QUIZFormat: Launa quizzes J.R. & KevinQuestion 1: Taylor Swift TriviaLongest-running #1 hit (9 weeks) from Life of a ShowgirlKevin answers correctlyReaction: surprise + praise for actually listeningQuestion 2: Maddie & Tae – Tour StatusTrue/False: Despite breakup rumors, are they still touring?Confirmation:Yes, touring in 2026Tampa show at Janus on February 19Brief praise of their talent and live showsQuestion 3: Star Search RebootJudges revealed:Sarah Michelle GellarChrissy TeigenJelly RollDiscussion:Netflix rebootJelly Roll's motivational personalityCommentary on too many talent showsQuestion 4: Prince Music ResurgenceSongs from Purple Rain used in:Stranger Things finaleReaction:Love for the song placementPraise for the emotional impactQuestion 5: Jason Aldean New MusicThree new songs releasedDuet “Easier Gone” featuring:His wife, Brittany AldeanQuick background:Brittany's American Idol historyRecognition of her vocal talentQuestion 6: Tom Brady Yacht RumorWho was he spotted with?Influencer Alix EarleReactions:Age gap commentaryTikTok/influencer culture discussionLight jokes and disbelief SEGMENT 2: GIRL DAD DIARIESTheme: Parenting stories from a dad's perspectiveStory SetupJ.R. introduces the “Girl Dad Diaries” conceptStory about daughter Parker (almost 2 years old)The Bunny HiveParker attends:Music classesFree play and socializationMom group dynamic:Moms' clubGroup chatsCoffee meetupsParker adjusting to loud music and new environmentThe Plot Twist: Daddy-Daughter Ballet ClassKristin signs J.R. up—without warningSaturday morning ballet class for dads and daughtersJ.R.'s reaction:ShockReluctanceHumor and mild panicJ.R.'s ConcernsNeither dad nor daughter knows balletLevel of participation unclearFear of tutus and awkward dancingBeing surrounded by dads he doesn't knowKevin's PerspectiveShares similar experiences:Father-daughter dancesBeing the only dad at kids' partiesReassurance:This is just the beginningComes with being a girl dadSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In the first week of 2026, Annie and Nick have different thoughts about the new A$AP Rocky single, Gen Z are discovering Prince thanks to Stranger Things, and EsDeeKid has told The Chainsmokers exactly what he thinks of their 4 Raws remix. Elsewhere, Stormzy has used social media to express his thoughts about...social media and revealed how he's grown as an artist and as a person. Plus, Jill Scott is finally back with new music, vinyl is expensive, and Annie and Nick get sidetracked by hedgehogs. Get in touch with Annie and Nick! If you're over 16 WhatsApp 079700 82700 or email sidetracked@bbc.co.uk HOMEWORK: Watch Prince performing “Purple Rain” at 2007's Super Bowl Halftime Show, and listen to Mandy, Indiana's “Cursive” SONGS FAUZIA – The Way Mandy, Indiana – URGH Mandy, Indiana – Magazine Mandy, Indiana – Cursive A$AP Rocky – Punk Rocky JADE – Angel of My Dreams Jill Scott – Beautiful People Jill Scott - Exclusively Prince – Purple Rain Prince – When Doves Cry Kate Bush – Running Up That Hill (A Deal With God) America - A Horse With No Name EsDeeKid, Timothée Chalamet - 4 RawsTears for Fears - Everybody Wants to Rule the WorldALBUMS A$AP Rocky – Don't Be Dumb Jill Scott - To Whom This May Concern, Jill Scott - Who Is Jill Scott?: Words and Sounds Vol. 1 Bob Marley and the Wailers – Exodus Arctic Monkeys – AM Lauryn Hill - The Miseducation of Lauryn HillFloating Points, Pharoah Sanders & The London Symphony Orchestra – Promises FKA twigs – Eusexua

Hour 1: Is another Stranger Things episode dropping today? Let's talk about Conformity Gate. Plus, Sarah shares why Prince's Purple Rain was chosen for Eleven and Mike's final moment. Vinnie is reporting the weather in Caracas, apples live a shockingly long time, and Bugs Bunny was surprisingly educational. Plus, if you missed National take down your christmas tree down day - get to it! Hour 2: “Tron: Ares” is now streaming on Disney+. Ben Affleck and Matt Damon star in a new Netflix movie, premiering January 16th. A former NFL player is suing his ex-wife for talking about his two Coke cans, and the gang is divided. The Winter Olympics is coming, and our first phone call of 2026 is here! Stuff our kids do that make us say, “Oh, it's genetic!” Scott Budman is reporting on a new electric vehicle charger that might be a game changer for the future of EVs. Plus, Uber unveils their Robotaxi design at CES. (47:51) Hour 3: Let's bring those generations closer together. Steiny is back to defend his seat. Can he beat newcomer Lindsey from Sales and take home the winner's robe? San Francisco is having a super flu season - Don't go to work sick, please! Vinnie is updating us on the world's oldest Twinkie. The first GLP-1 pill is launching in the US. What's the worst pain you've ever felt? (1:29:16) Hour 4: We're thinking a little too much about Vinnie's moves, on and off screen. Mariah Carey is out, Taylor Swift is back on top of the charts. DJO is having a moment as well. Netflix is bringing Star Search back LIVE later this month. Jelly Roll, Sarah Michelle Gellar, and Crissy Teigan set to judge. Let's revisit some ridiculously wrong predictions from the 1950s. The kids aren't drinking in January or any other month. Time changes things: remember these luxury items? A listener calls in with a great idea for picking up chicks in the modern era. And, how old is that guy? (2:02:28)

Is another Stranger Things episode dropping today? Let's talk about Conformity Gate. Plus, Sarah shares why Prince's Purple Rain was chosen for Eleven and Mike's final moment. Vinnie is reporting the weather in Caracas, apples live a shockingly long time, and Bugs Bunny was surprisingly educational. Plus, if you missed National take down your Christmas tree down day - get to it!

 Emmy Award–winning music journalist Alan Light is the author of numerous books including The Holy or the Broken: Leonard Cohen, Jeff Buckley, and the Unlikely Ascent of “Hallelujah” (which was adapted into an acclaimed documentary), as well as Let's Go Crazy: Prince and the Making of Purple Rain and biographies of Johnny Cash, Nina Simone, and the Beastie Boys. He was the cowriter of bestselling memoirs by Gregg Allman and Peter Frampton. Alan was a senior writer at Rolling Stone and the editor-in-chief of Vibe and Spin. He contributes frequently to The New York Times, Esquire, and The Wall Street Journal, among many publications, and cohosts the podcast Sound Up! With Mark Goodman and Alan Light.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

For this episode, Trevor and Shane are joined by acclaimed writer James Campion, author of Revolution: Prince, the Band, the Era, whose deep well of knowledge on Prince proves invaluable as he selects Around the World in a Day for a full track-by-track dive. Coming on the heels of Purple Rain, this album represents one of the boldest pivots in Prince's career and an intentional left turn away from blockbuster expectations and toward psychedelic color, whimsy, and artistic autonomy. With Campion as guide, the conversation explores how Around the World in a Day functions not as a retreat, but as a statement: Prince asserting that commercial dominance would never come at the expense of curiosity. Trevor and Shane unpack the album's playful textures, spiritual undercurrents, and surprising emotional weight, while Campion contextualizes each song within Prince's broader mythology, creative restlessness, and refusal to be pinned down. More than a reaction to fame, this record emerges as a crucial hinge point in Prince's discography bridging eras, expanding his sonic palette, and reminding listeners that unpredictability was always the point. Anchored by Campion's mastery and passion, this episode celebrates Around the World in a Day not as an odd detour, but as a fearless declaration from an artist determined to stay ahead of himself.   check out James Campion's patreon “Profunde Musique” so you don't miss out on anything James puts out next: https://www.patreon.com/cw/ProfondeMusique _______________________________________________________________________________ HOW TO CONNECT WITH ALBUM DIVERS: *You can submit your questions or comments about this episode or anything else on your mind here via our text line at: (502) 792-8080 *Leave us an audio message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AlbumDivers We promise to respond and may even feature your thoughts on a future episode.  *Follow us on Facebook and Instagram at Album Divers *Email us at Albumdiverspodcast@gmail.com *Please subscribe and review wherever you get your podcasts!

Director Craig Brewer has made a career of telling stories about dreamers and misfits chasing something bigger than themselves, from ‘Hustle & Flow' to ‘Dolemite Is My Name.' Now he's back with ‘Song Sung Blue,' a film based on the true story of a Milwaukee couple who became local legends performing as a Neil Diamond tribute band. He spoke with Tonya Mosley. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Prince's Sign O' the Times is one of our most requested albums at You'll Hear It. But, there is a certain window of millennial that doesn't really "get" Prince. If that's you, this episode is your on ramp into his music. We start with Prince's earliest albums, tracing his incredible run from 1978 through to 1986. By the time we hit 1987 (around the time our dear mid-millennials were born), you can hear exactly why Sign O' the Times has become so beloved by critics and music-lovers alike.If you're already a Prince fan (like us!), get comfy. Put on your purple rain coat. We talk through the influences we hear all over this music: James Brown, Marvin Gaye, Parliament, Earth, Wind & Fire. We share our apex moments from Sign O' the Times. And yes… we've got a few quibble bits too.We'll be taking a short break in January, and returning with more great episodes in February 2026. We'll be dropping a few special episodes in the meantime, so keep an eye on the feed. 00:00 - Intro Jam: "U Got the Look"02:10 - Welcome + New at Open Studio03:50 - Coming Up Next Season05:10 - How We Make Decisions for the Show08:35 - Why "Sign O' the Times"?11:35 - "Soft and Wet" from For You (1978)14:50 - "I Wanna Be Your Lover" from Prince (1979)17:50 - "Head" from Dirty Mind (1980)19:15 - "Controversy" from Controversy (1981)22:35 - "1999" from 1999 (1982)25:15 - "Purple Rain" from Purple Rain (1984)28:40 - "Raspberry Beret" from Around the World in a Day (1985)29:45 - "Kiss" from Parade (1986)40:20 - "Sign O' the Times"45:40 - "Housequake" 47:20 - "The Ballad of Dorothy Parker"51:50 - "Starfish and Coffee"53:05 - "Slow Love"55:20 - "Hot Thing"57:10 - "U Got the Look"59:25 - Miles on Prince1:02:25 - "If I Was Your Girlfriend"1:04:00 - "Strange Relationship"1:05:20 - "The Cross"1:08:00 - "Adore" 1:09:50 - Apex Moments1:14:55 - Categories1:19:35 - Snobometer1:23:55 - Coming Up on YHI1:24:20 - Outro Jam: "U Got the Look" Play better in 2026 and beyond at Open Studio. Join today with our last BIG savings of the year at openstudiojazz.com/yhi

Director Craig Brewer has made a career of telling stories about dreamers and misfits chasing something bigger than themselves, from ‘Hustle & Flow' to ‘Dolemite Is My Name.' Now he's back with ‘Song Sung Blue,' a film based on the true story of a Milwaukee couple who became local legends performing as a Neil Diamond tribute band. He spoke with Tonya Mosley. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

La soirée débute sur RTL2 Pop-Rock Station avec un mélange de figures incontournables et de nouveautés marquantes : Korn, The Cure, Patti Smith, Weezer ou encore Lou Reed. Parmi les sorties récentes, "Bruised Sky" de Poppy qui annonce son album "Empty Hands". Le 16 décembre est aussi l'occasion de revenir sur un moment clé de l'histoire du rock : la première diffusion du "MTV Unplugged" de Nirvana en 1993, devenu l'un des lives les plus emblématiques de tous les temps, célébré ici avec "The Man Who Sold The World". La programmation alterne ensuite énergie rock et douceur soul, de Placebo à Otis Redding, en passant par Last Train et Foo Fighters. L'ambiance se teinte aussi d'un esprit de fêtes avec un clin d'œil aux Beach Boys et leur classique "Little Saint Nick", prélude à l'émission spéciale de fin d'année. En fin de soirée, RTL2 Pop-Rock Station propose une relecture inattendue de "Purple Rain" par Dolly Parton, extraite de son album "Rockstar". La dernière ligne droite navigue entre Sum 41, The Stooges, Korn et Gorillaz, avant de mettre en lumière la nouveauté "Sad Clown" de Melanie Baker. La nuit se conclut entre Foals, Edwin Starr et Iron Maiden, pour refermer deux heures de rock sans concession. Lou Reed - Vicious Poppy - Bruised Sky Nirvana - The Man Who Sold The World Lovin' Spoonful - Summer In The City Placebo - Infra-Red Patti Smith - People Have The Power Weezer - Hash Pipe The Beach Boys - Little Saint Nick Soul Asylum - Runaway Train Last Train - Fire Otis Redding - (Sittin'on) The Dock Of The Bay Foo Fighters - Asking For A Friend Dolly Parton - Purple Rain Sum 41 - Landmines Small Miracles - Shadow Eyes Wings - Band On The Run Suede - Animal Nitrate Gorillaz - The God Of Lying (Feat. Idles) The Stooges - I Wanna Be Your Dog Korn - Lost In The Grandeur Melanie Baker - Sad Clown The Cure - The Lovecats Foals - Miami Starr Edwin - War Melody's Echo Chamber - The House That Doesn't Exist Iron Maiden - Seventh Son Of A Seventh Son (2015 Remaster)Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

 Emmy Award–winning music journalist Alan Light is the author of numerous books including The Holy or the Broken: Leonard Cohen, Jeff Buckley, and the Unlikely Ascent of “Hallelujah” (which was adapted into an acclaimed documentary), as well as Let's Go Crazy: Prince and the Making of Purple Rain and biographies of Johnny Cash, Nina Simone, and the Beastie Boys. He was the cowriter of bestselling memoirs by Gregg Allman and Peter Frampton. Alan was a senior writer at Rolling Stone and the editor-in-chief of Vibe and Spin. He contributes frequently to The New York Times, Esquire, and The Wall Street Journal, among many publications, and cohosts the podcast Sound Up! With Mark Goodman and Alan Light.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.

Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the following topics:0:00 - Introduction3:35 - Macaulay Culkin has a pitch for a Home Alone sequel12:20 - Did John Hughes copy Home Alone from another film?18:25 - A $9 million Superman comic was found in an attic23:10 - The copies of the Declaration of Independence found in 198531:12 - Will's kid wrote a Supergirl comic book that was just published37:11 - Cheap Trick's At Budokan wasn't49:45 - Working Girl the Musical is hoping for Broadway59:15 - Purple Rain the Musical is hoping for Broadway1:02:41 - New live-action He-Man will be "modern"1:01:34 - Wrap Up and Thank You1:15:40 - Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowRead our new book Totally Bogus (But True) Tales from the 1980s!Check out Chatting Tracks at https://www.chattingtracks.com/.

This week, the gang throw out some of the album sides they think are perfect, ranging from Jackyl to Prince. What album gets Dylan on his soapbox for a rant? Can Steve admit he loves Purple Rain? Tune in to find out! Hosted by Steve Wright, Brian "BC" Chapman and Ryan "BB" Bannon Produced by Dylan Wright Music by Mark Sutorka Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7E1x5TsF8oJtLJ7aip5JGR?si=fba12e302c6940f9  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PTHpodcast 

REMEMBERING JELLYBEAN JOHNSON (Morris Day and The Time drummer)1956 - 2025with Prologue by Zapp Band drummer LESTER TROUTMAN, SR. and RICK FLYNNThis is a very special edition of the podcast RICK FLYNN PRESENTS as we celebrate the homegoing of one of the "Good Guys in Show Business," to say the very least,JELLYBEAN JOHNSON.As the drummer for THE TIME, Johnson worked alongside famed producers ⁠ Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis⁠ and recorded with and/or produced many notable artists including ⁠ Alexander O'Neal⁠, ⁠Cherrelle⁠, ⁠New Edition⁠, and ⁠Janet Jackson⁠, with whom he had the 1990 No. 1 single, "Black Cat".Jellybean appeared in the PRINCE movies “Purple Rain” and Graffiti Bridge"Quote From Cincinnati DJ/Emcee RICK FLYNN on 11/25/2025:“I first met Jellybean Johnson in Cincinnati, Ohio during the PRINCE “Controversy Tour” in which I was an emcee. This tour featured the headliner PRINCE and, in the middle slot, was a Greater Cincinnati area band called “ZAPP FEATURING ROGER” and the then, largely unknown local Minneapolis band, known as MORRIS DAY and THE TIME which featured Jellybean Johnson on the drums. I was instantly impressed by the raw talent and showmanship of, not only Jellybean, but of the whole organization. This man was someone I was fortunate to have met and I have never forgotten the experience ever! The resulting popularity and huge success of THE TIME band to follow did not surprise me at all. They deserved it and I will forever miss “Bean” but I will never, ever forget the times I spent with him.” Thank-you MARTY for all you have done and my God bless you both!Thank-you to my brother and ZAPP BAND drummer LESTER TROUTMAN, SR. for your gracious contribution to this memorial show. i hope you all enjoy it as we proudly remember and pay tribute to what I call "One of the Good Guys in Show Business"JELLYBEAN JOHNSON!

Are you ready to dive deep into the archives of rock 'n' roll history with me? On this week's episode of The Struts Life, I'm bringing back the fan-favorite WAPS for a no-holds-barred dissection of the fifty—yes, fifty!—bands that have dared to open for The Struts over the last decade. We aren't just reading a list; we are decoding the secret formula of what actually makes a killer opening act capable of matching Luke Spiller's electric energy, and dropping some seriously hot takes on who brought the thunder and who just brought the noise. From the chaotic genius of Starcrawler to the infectious vibes of Des Rocs, and a few controversial opinions that might just divide the Strutters community (we're looking at you, Purple Rain haters), we are covering it all. Plus, we're placing our bets on the absolute dream lineup for a hypothetical 2026 tour—did your favorite underground band make our cut, or did we leave them in the dust? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We believed we were the generation that would never experience death. We also were moon walking, wearing leg warmers, dressing like the guys in Miami Vice or RATT. If you dodged Satan, the Smurfs, led a 'double life,' know all the words to Purple Rain and still knocked on doors Saturday mornings... join us!TWITTER: @exjwpodcastINSTAGRAM: survivingparadisepodcast

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It's time to purify yourself in the waters of Lake Minnetonka because you're either gonna get super cold and murdered or things are about to get so sexy you're definitely getting pregnant. Who knew Minnesota was such a dark horse? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The show debuted in Minneapolis and hopes to make it to Broadway. Will it work? Star Tribune Theater Critic Rohan Preston joined Vineeta with some insight on The WCCO Morning News.

First episode in our new versus series. We will be putting Prince's albums and songs up against other artists albums and songs. With special guest Gabriel "Man with a Beenie" Crutchfield.

AITA: For not moving out the way for a co-worker? DIRT ALERT: Britney Spears hangs out with The Kardashians, Colleen saw the musical production of "Purple Rain" review, and we're waiting for "SNL" to be funnySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Alex Lauer joins us from Minneapolis to give us a review of the pre-Broadway production of Purple Rain. Peter Filichia, James Marino, and Michael Portantiere talk about The Baker’s Wife at Classic Stage Company, The Queen of Versailles, Weer @ Cherry Lane Theatre, Romy & Michele: The Musical @ Stage read more

Purple Rain is a call back to our royal identity in Christ. We are not common. We are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a people marked by the blood of Jesus and called to carry both authority and access. This sermon awakens the revival of royal generosity: living saturated in the presence of God, speaking with Kingdom authority, and stewarding resources for the glory of God and the healing of nations.Through Scripture, story, and prophetic call, Purple Rain invites us to step into who we truly are: Rain Men, Rain Makers, and Rain Harvesters. When the King reigns, the rain falls. Revival begins in the heart and pours out into households, cities, and generations.

Henry Lake is in for Jason. 3pm Hour - why he's changing his spending habits this holiday season? And how was the "Purple Rain" premier? 4pm Hour - Can the Twins roster compete in 2026? And what do you need to know as the FAA starts to reduce flights starting tomorrow? 5pm Hour - where are the most dangerous places to drive in the metro? And a tragedy reminds us that the grass isn't always greener.

This hour Dave Schwartz (in for Henry Lake) explains why he feels Derek Shelton might not have been the best choice for the Minnesota Twins, but he was the logical one, Chris gives his thoughts on the musical adaptation of "Purple Rain", and Dave talks World Junior Championships with USA Hockey Executive Director Pat Kelleher.

It's another Feisty Friday with Sheletta Brundidge and she's in studio to show off her newly grown hair to Susie Jones and talk about the good and bad of their visit to see Purple Rain this week at the State Theatre. Later, Star Tribune food writer Joy Summers is with us sharing about restaurants opening and closing around the metro and up into Duluth.

Sheletta Brundidge joins Susie Jones on a Feisty Friday showing off her newly grown hair and telling the story of being told to sit down by an usher when she stood up to dance at the start of Purple Rain at the State Theatre this week.

Alexis and Holly's merkin crafternoon, THEATER REVIEW: World premiere of "Purple Rain" musical -- our resident Prince superfan, Rocco calls in with his take, and we take a call from our boss...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

3pm Hour: Henry Lake sits in for Jason. He talks about how he's changing his holiday spending given the uncertainty in the economy. Are you making similar changes? Plus, was he the only media member NOT at the premier of "Purple Rain" last night? (Photo by Frank Micelotta/Getty Images)

Sheletta Brundidge is in to talk about the Purple Rain Musical that debuted last night. Also Reese Witherspoon talks 'Girl Dad'ing with Dax Shepard and Comedian Pearl Rose joins the show. We also discuss the very BIG story that got all the attention recently with a couple people with MN connections. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Chris Egert fills in for Chad and covers the election along with much more during the show, featuring interviews with Tom Hauser on election results, Dale Stark of Hennepin Arts on Purple Rain's official debut tonight at the State Theatre, Dr. Cora Walsh on Allina doctors striking today and aviation expert Scott Hamilton analyzing the UPS plane crash in Kentucky.

As Purple Rain officially debuts at the State Theatre tonight leading up to a Broadway run, Chris Egert speaks with Dale Stark of Hennepin Arts about what to expect from the show. Later, Dr. Cora Walsh joins Chris to talk about today's one-day strike from Allina doctors and others.

The stage musical Purple Rain officially debuts in Minneapolis tonight before hitting Broadway. Dale Stark of Hennepin Arts joins Chris Egert to talk about what people can expect from the show.

Hosts Kyle Sutherland and Adam Snow return for EPISODE 66 to talk about the Lions playing sluggish against the Minnesota Vikings off a bye, 27-24. Then they'll look ahead to next week's game against the Washington Commanders. Follow us on: Facebook: facebook.com/TWOFKalamazoo X: twitter.com/@TWOFKalamazoo Instagram: @twofkalamazoo Threads: @twofkalamazoo YouTube: The World of Football Kalamazoo Contact us: info@theworldoffootball.com Official Website: www.theworldoffootball.com Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/the-world-of-football-shop #DetroitLions #football #nfl

On the DeRush-Hour Jason learns more about the new "Luminescence" show at the Basilica from creator Romain Sarfati. Then he's joined by Rohan Preston from the Star Tribune about why fans should be patient with the Purple Rain preview

with Beverly McChesney Beverly is back, and she's bringing dragons, past lives, and Prince with her. In this episode, we reconnect with Beverly McChesney — a psychic channel, event organizer, and all-around magical being — who last appeared in Episode 134: The Channeler and the Dragon Meister. We catch up on all the fascinating things Beverly's been up to since her last visit, including organizing metaphysical markets, channeling spirits (including you know who from Paisley Park), and sharing wisdom from her vivid past life regressions. One of those lives? A swamp-dwelling herbalist named Mama Ruby with serious healing skills and a no-nonsense attitude. We also dive into:·        Whether everyone is secretly a medium·        The difference between being psychic, a medium, and just highly intuitive·        Protection, energy clearing, and why light is your best defense·        The myth of attachments and the power of personal vibration·        The ethics (and scams) in the world of psychics and healers·        What happened when Beverly visited Prince's studio... and spoke to him·        Time slips, ghost kids, and haunted mansions·        Her gallery readings and traveling witchy bazaars in Kentucky Plus, we get her advice for how to stay spiritually grounded when the world feels like it's crumbling. It's heartfelt, spooky, occasionally silly, and totally enlightening. This one's for the woo-curious, the spiritual skeptics, and the ghost-loving weirdos in all of us.Mentioned in This Episode:·        Mama Ruby's Mystic Market events in Kentucky·        Owensboro's haunted Cupola mansion·        Past life regression and hypnotic memory recall·        Ghost Brothers TV show (and their real-life kindness)·        The energy of grief and loss in public tragedies·        Psychic medium Rose Campbell ("Sessions with Spirit") So, grab your sassy red headphones, and join us where… The Activity Continues. Chapter Markers 00:00:18 Intro00:01:48 Welcome Beverly00:02:59 Megan Has a Question00:07:36 The Scammers00:09:19 Beverly's Bazaars00:12:47 Honing Ones Skills00:15:28 Attachments? Demons? Are they Real?00:17:22 Beverly's Minnesota Visit00:23:43 Ed Sullivan00:27:27 More on Beverly's Events00:29:51 Mama Ruby and Life Regression00:40:27 Raising Our Vibrations00:49:47 Are Ghosts Really Ghosts?00:55:56 Beverly Drops Some Names01:02:49 Parting Words of Wisdom from Beverly01:07:22 Post Show Notes01:08:22 Outro Episode links:Dalen and Juwan's clothing company, Loren Spratt: https://www.blackenterprise.com/meet-the-four-young-brothas-behind-this-luxury-black-owned-clothing-brand/https://voyagela.com/interview/meet-dalen-spratt-loren-spratt-online/Session with Spirit, Rose Campbell https://www.sessionswithspirit.info/Many Lives Many Masters by Brian Weiss, MD: https://amzn.to/4mfx9VuAmazon links could generate a small commission to us at no cost to you.Per Request: Spirit Talker AppAndroid: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.SpottedGhosts.SpiritTalker&hl=en_USApple https://apps.apple.com/us/app/spirit-talker/id1536762482 This episode was recorded on September 10, 2025 released on October 30, 2025. Disclaimer:Sometimes we get a little scientific. We enjoy trying to come up with possible explanations for some of the things that the clients experience. But this by no means indicates that we do not believe the clients or are invalidating their experiences. We do believe. This podcast is in no way affiliated with HBOMax, the Travel Channel, Painless TV, or the TV show The Dead Files or any of its cast or crew. We're just fans of the show talking about paranormal shows & movies and other spooky stuff. We want to build a community of like-minded people who would enjoy hanging out and discussing similar content. Credits:Hosted by: Amy Lotsberg and Megan SimmonsGuest: Beverly McChesneyProduction, Artwork, and Editing: Amy Lotsberg at Collected Sounds Media, LLC.Theme song. “Ghost Story” and segment music by Cannelle https://melissaoliveri.com Engage!Our website, https://www.theactivitycontinues.com/ Leave us a Voicemail: https://www.theactivitycontinues.com/voicemail/ (might be read on the show)Newsletter sign-up: https://www.theactivitycontinues.com/newsletter          Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theactivitycontinuesWe're on (almost) all the socials too @theactivitycontinues SEND US YOUR PARANORMAL STORIES!Email: theactivitycontinues@gmail.com and maybe it will be read on the show!Voicemail: https://www.theactivitycontinues.com/voicemail/ to leave a message and maybe it will be played on the show! BE OUR GUEST!Are you a The Dead Files client, or a paranormal/spiritual professional, and are interested in being interviewed on our show? 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Taste Ireland…more specifically, taste the Hidden Heartlands of the Irish Midlands through a completely original cuisine designed around the fresh local produce from surrounding farms, on offer at Athlone's Michelin Bib Gourmand culinary destination, Thyme Restaurant.Chef John Coffey conjures up his ever-evolving menu around the vegetables local organic farmer Shannon is pulling or plucking from her nearby farm that day.Local flavors, regional aromas, beautifully presented courses all plated by the Chef/Owner himself, the lively chatter of diners sitting down to what they know will be a memorable meal, the warm welcome and flawless service from the staff and the understated, unstuffy, intimate surroundings combined to provide a multisensory sendoff to Irish Stew's “Off the Beaten Craic" series, the audio chronicle of podcast hosts John Lee and Martin Nutty's eight-day ramble through Ireland's Hidden Heartlands, starting in Athlone, the geographic heart of Ireland astride the River Shannon's “brightly glancing stream.”Chef Coffey relates how he opened Thyme in November 2007, just months before the financial crisis devastated Ireland's economy, surviving days with no customers, weeks of no salary, and months of operating with a skeleton crew. Maybe it was his unwavering commitment to hyperlocal sourcing that pulled him through. The menu changes constantly depending on seasonal availability of local produce—plums for three weeks, game in autumn, heritage potatoes in varieties like Purple Rain that supermarkets abandoned decades ago. Coffey's outlook is based on community interdependence, where farmers, butchers, and their families create a self-sustaining economic ecosystem.Don't look for Reality TV chaos in the kitchen, as Coffey creates an aura of focused calm in his domain, even when diners fill all of Thyme's 56 seats.On the podcast, Chef Coffey explains why he's rejected expansion opportunities, so you'll have to get to Athlone to sample his ballotine of quail with yuko leaf and heritage potatoes or anything else he creates.So, lend an ear to Irish Stew as it begins its Midlands meanderings with a celebration of Ireland's culinary transformation and the growing appreciation for slower-paced, ingredient-focused Irish dining experiences that await in the Hidden Heartlands.Go raibh an bia blasta! LINKSThyme RestaurantWebsiteInstagramFacebookShannon's Eco FarmInstagramHidden Heartlands Travel ResourcesIreland.comDiscover Ireland's Hidden HeartlandsIrish Stew Social MediaInstagramLinkedInXFacebookTikTokEpisode Details: Season 7, Episode 30; Total Episode Count: 133

Jason is joined in studio by former Prince Music Advisers and bandmates Bobby Z and Morris Hayes as they discuss what it means to see the music take shape, what was conversation like with the creators, providing a window for new generations to experience Prince, why Minneaspolos is the perfect place to launch Purple Rain and more.

This hour we have DeRush Hour Headlines and he's joined in studio by former Prince Music Advisers and bandmates Bobby Z and Morris Hayes as they discuss all facets of "Purple Rain."

Send us a textA pop-up asked for a photo just to watch a video, and that's where everything exploded. Arizona's new age-verification rules for adult sites triggered a cascade of roadblocks, workarounds, and big questions about privacy, identity, and who deserves our data. We swap stories about phones that blur content, fire sticks that sneak through, and platforms demanding ID photos or credit cards. The vibe is funny and chaotic, but the stakes are real: how do adults prove they're adults without handing a stranger the keys to their identity?From there, we zoom out. AI deepfakes get a hard look—not just for NSFW use, but for fake trailers, synthetic music, and the way impersonation can wreck trust at scale. If verification is here to stay, what's the least invasive way to do it? Could anonymous age tokens or privacy-preserving third parties help? We don't claim to solve it, but we put the right questions on the table: minimize data, verify only what's necessary, and demand transparency from any vendor that wants your face or card.We balance the heavy with the nostalgic: classic movie anniversaries like The Last Dragon and Purple Rain, a debate on sequels versus standalones, and a run through action staples—from Blade to Jason Statham's best. Then it's wrestling time, connecting the old territory days and masked legends to today's micro wrestling spectacle. Across it all, the theme is clear: people want authentic fun without jumping through endless digital hoops, and they want to protect their privacy while they're at it.Hit play for a lively roundtable that blends tech policy, culture, and comedy—plus a few ridiculous detours that'll make your day. If this episode sparked thoughts or helped you see the verification debate in a new light, share it with a friend, leave a quick review, and subscribe so you never miss the next curveball.Thanks for listening to the Nobody's Talking Podcast. Follow us on Twitter: (nobodystalking1), Instagram : (nobodystalkingpodcast) and email us at (nobodystalkingpodcast@gmail.com) Thank you!

Putting the 'X' in eXtra, this latest BONUS TRAX following the pod-proper edition of SURFACE NOISE is one for the books! The dais discusses some disagreement in the Vinyl Community over the recent Because Sound Matters edition of Prince's classic "Purple Rain", and how important it can be to disagree with kindness. And we learn a new term for our vinyl thesaurus: "seasoned audiophile".  The guys put some attention on some deals and steals and ask the question: is it officially markdown season? The show closes with some cd buy-up strategy talk and a pointed discussion on whether regular sellers at record shows should be charging the same prices as brick and mortar record stores.  Is Discogs the villain in all this? Possibly. Find out only after listening to this latest drop of BONUS TRAX!   ⏬⏬⏬⏬   For more on host Concert Buddie: https://www.youtube.com/@ConcertBuddie https://concertbuddie.com IG: @concertbuddie   For more on Arnaldo (fidelios_frequency):  https://www.youtube.com/@fidelios_frequency IG: @fidelios_frequency   For more on Jason Roxas: https://www.youtube.com/@JasonRoxas   For more on Chris (Groove Seeker): https://www.instagram.com/thegrooveseeker IG: @thegrooveseeker   For more on David Bianco (Safe & Sound Texas Audio Excursion): https://www.youtube.com/@SafeAndSoundTXAudioExcursion Part 2 of his interview with Bernie Grundman:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uE5JLdfq_F4     For more information on Vinyl Community Podcasts: https://vinylcommunitypodcasts.com   . . . . . Don't forget to visit FOTS (friends of the show) Vinyl Storage Solutions for the BEST sleeves to protect your best records (and your worst). Save 10% using the code(s) below: VCP10 https://vinylstoragesolutions.ca          

One of the joys of year-round gardening is the succession that comes from a bulb lasagne, and for those with a greenhouse, the possibilities are stunning.This episode of ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange' is full of inspiration for early narcissi, late tulips, and dahlias fit for each layer of a bulb lasagne, with a quick recap on how to layer them for maximum impact.We'll also hear Sarah's homemade remedy for mildew, a pesky problem that greenhouse gardeners will need to watch out for as they grow their delightful arrangements.In this episode, discover:How to master the art of the ‘bulb lasagne' for layers of beautiful blooms from winter right through to late springThe best bulb varieties and combinations to guarantee a continuous parade of colour, scent, and picking opportunities all year roundSimple, effective ways to use your greenhouse for early flowers and delicious winter ediblesTips for keeping your plants healthy and thriving, with a homemade solution for mildewProducts mentioned:Narcissus 'Avalanche'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/narcissus-avalancheNarcissus 'Erlicheer'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/narcissus-erlicheerNarcissus 'Cragford' (Forcing)https://www.sarahraven.com/products/narcissus-cragford-for-forcingIris x hollandica 'Red Ember'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/dutch-iris-red-emberAllium jesdianum 'Purple Rain'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/allium-purple-rainAllium hollandicum 'Purple Sensation'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/allium-hollandicum-purple-sensationAllium cristophiihttps://www.sarahraven.com/products/allium-cristophiiDahlia 'Strawberry Cream'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/dahlia-strawberry-creamTulip 'White Valley' syn 'Exotic Emperor'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/tulip-white-valleyAnemone coronaria 'Mistral Bordeaux'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/anemone-coronaria-mistral-bordeauxRanunculus Butterfly 'Ariadne'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/ranunculus-butterfly-ariadneFollow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravenperchhill/Get in touch: info@sarahraven.comShop on the Sarah Raven Website: http://bit.ly/3jvbaeuFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/Order Sarah's latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest