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Hey Riddle Riddle
#377: Hello Dali!

Hey Riddle Riddle

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2025 62:11


We stand by 0% of our takes and songs in this episode!Starring:Adal RifaiJohn Patrick CoanErin KeifPlease check out https://rabiesalliance.org/Editing by: Casey ToneyTheme by: Arne ParrottLogo by: Emily Kardamis & Emmaline MorrisWant more? Get Weekly Bonus Eps on Patreon!JPC's Guided Meditations Volume 1, available now at our Patreon digital store!Want merch? Visit our Dashery Store!Want to mail us something? Hey Riddle Riddle 6351 W Montrose Ave #267Chicago, IL, 60634Want to leave us a voicemail? Call (805) RIDDLE-1 or (805-743-3531)Want to advertise on the show? Check out Hey Riddle Riddle via Gumball.fmThis episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/RIDDLE and get on your way to being your best self.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tales from the Backlog
186: Silent Hill 3 (with Kaye Ross)

Tales from the Backlog

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2025 126:05


Support my work on Patreon- https://patreon.com/realdavejackson Join the Tales from the Backlog Discord server- https://discord.gg/kAqSBb6jH2 Buy me a coffee on Ko-fi- https://ko-fi.com/realdavejackson It's been a real joy working my way through the Silent Hill series alongside doing this show, starting all the way back in episode 10(!) with Silent Hill 2. Today, I'm playing the sequel to Silent Hill 1, which is NOT Silent Hill 2...it's Silent Hill 3, and I've brought on the perfect guest to discuss what many fans to agree to be the last truly good Silent Hill game for many years. Guest info: Kaye Ross (she/her) * Check out all of the wonderful Duckfeed podcasts https://duckfeed.tv/ * Check out Kaye's horror game streams https://www.twitch.tv/duckfeedtv TIMESTAMPS * 0:00 Title Card * 0:28 Intros * 4:56 Our Histories with Silent Hill 3 * 10:35 Opening Thoughts About Silent Hill 3 * 14:51 Story Setup * 21:53 Aesthetics and Horror * 30:25 Sound Design and Music * 37:14 Heather As a Protagonist * 43:37 Puzzles and Riddles * 50:32 Tank Controls and Combat * 1:03:49 Final Thoughts and Recommendations * 1:06:36 The Many Podcasts at Duckfeed.tv * 1:11:09 Spoiler Wall and Patron Thank-You's * 1:13:11 Spoiler Section- Heather & The Cult * 1:36:39 Spoiler Section- Heather & Harry Music used in the episode is credited to Akira Yamaoka. Tracks used: You're Not Here, End of Small Sanctuary, Breeze- In Monochrome Night, Something Long Forgotten, Sickness Unto Foolish Death, Hometown Social Media: BlueSky- https://bsky.app/profile/tftblpod.bsky.social Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/talesfromthebacklog/ Cover art by Jack Allen- find him at https://linktr.ee/JackAllenCaricatures

Geocache Talk
Puzzle Talk - Spooky Puzzles

Geocache Talk

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2025 64:17


Subscribe to Geocache Talk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/GeocacheTalk   Check out more of the Geocache Talk Network of Shows here: https://geocachetalk.com/ https://www.facebook.com/geocachetalk https://twitter.com/geocachetalk https://instagram.com/geocachetalk   geocachetalk@gmail.com   https://slinkgames.etsy.com   #geocaching #geocachetalk

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Herding Her Story Podcast
Episode 41 – Tittle Tattle: Puppies, Puzzles, and Pastures

Herding Her Story Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2025 32:45


Grab a snack and a beverage! Mary Margaret and Gina sit down with some life updates, fun stories, and inquiries for the Western ranching world. We got the Q's, some of y'all might have the A's and we want to hear them!

Sean Carroll's Mindscape: Science, Society, Philosophy, Culture, Arts, and Ideas

Certain features of our universe seem unnatural to us. These include "constants of nature" such as the cosmological constant and the mass of the Higgs boson, as well as features of the initial conditions like the curvature of space and the initial entropy. But they can't truly be "unnatural" -- they are literally features of Nature itself. Some have turned to the anthropic principle and the multiverse, while others look to theism for an explanation. I talk here about my views on the various attitudes one might take toward these apparent fine-tunings, and why it is important to think about them.Blog post with transcript: https://www.preposterousuniverse.com/podcast/2025/10/06/331-solo-fine-tuning-god-and-the-multiverse/Support Mindscape on Patreon.Some readings of relevance:Livio and Rees, Fine-Tuning, Complexity, and Life in the MultiverseCarroll, In What Sense Is the Early Universe Fine-Tuned?Barnes, A Reasonable Little Question: A Formulation of the Fine-Tuning ArgumentGoff, Our Improbable Existence Is No Evidence for a MultiverseNeal, Puzzles of Anthropic Reasoning Resolved Using Full Non-indexical ConditioningSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hey Riddle Riddle
Patreon Preview #343: Hot Takes...us on a journey?

Hey Riddle Riddle

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 12:25


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Les dents et dodo
Le champion de puzzles

Les dents et dodo

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 2:38


Tu veux que je te raconte l'histoire du champion de puzzles? Alors attrape ta brosse à dents, ton dentifrice, et c'est parti!

Hey Riddle Riddle
#376: All Pervert's Eve w/ Ross Bryant

Hey Riddle Riddle

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2025 65:43


Our friend Ross Bryant stops by to perfectly slot into the whole vibe of the show. Starring:Adal RifaiJohn Patrick CoanErin KeifGuest:Ross BryantEditing by: Casey ToneyTheme by: Arne ParrottLogo by: Emily Kardamis & Emmaline MorrisWant more? Get Weekly Bonus Eps on Patreon!JPC's Guided Meditations Volume 1, available now at our Patreon digital store!Want merch? Visit our Dashery Store!Want to mail us something? Hey Riddle Riddle 6351 W Montrose Ave #267Chicago, IL, 60634Want to leave us a voicemail? Call (805) RIDDLE-1 or (805-743-3531)Want to advertise on the show? Check out Hey Riddle Riddle via Gumball.fmSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.
Ep 421 - Turning Puzzles Into Player Retention Tools with Ivan Voitovich

Indie Game Movement - The podcast about the business and marketing of indie games.

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 43:15


Puzzles aren't just a design choice — they're a powerful driver of player retention. When done well, they keep players engaged, build trust, and create momentum. When done poorly, they frustrate players and cut your game's lifespan short. In this episode, we dig into how puzzle design shapes retention through interesting narrative adventures and experimental exploration that turns puzzles into assets that serve your players in meaningful ways. Episode Shownotes Link:  

Hey Riddle Riddle
Patreon Preview #342: Chatterbox 29

Hey Riddle Riddle

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 10:31


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Hey Riddle Riddle
#375: You're My Taco R2D2

Hey Riddle Riddle

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 61:37


We talk about those damn delivery robots, learn some Erin Facts, and probably get to a few damn riddles! Starring:Adal RifaiJohn Patrick CoanErin KeifEditing by: Casey ToneyTheme by: Arne ParrottLogo by: Emily Kardamis & Emmaline MorrisWant more? Get Weekly Bonus Eps on Patreon!JPC's Guided Meditations Volume 1, available now at our Patreon digital store!Want merch? Visit our Dashery Store!Want to mail us something? Hey Riddle Riddle 6351 W Montrose Ave #267Chicago, IL, 60634Want to leave us a voicemail? Call (805) RIDDLE-1 or (805-743-3531)Want to advertise on the show? Check out Hey Riddle Riddle via Gumball.fmThis episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/RIDDLE and get on your way to being your best self.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

IELTS Speaking for Success

Get our premium episode archive: https://www.patreon.com/ieltssfs Do you like doing word puzzles or number puzzles? Which is more difficult for you? Did you do puzzles in your childhood? When do you do puzzles, during a trip or when you feel bored? Are puzzles good for old people? Tune in and have a great day! - Book a class with Rory here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://successwithielts.com/rory⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Our course on Phrasal Verbs: https://successwithielts.com/podcourses Transcript: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://successwithielts.com/s12e23 Find an IELTS Speaking Partner: https://links.successwithielts.com/ieltspartner Our social media: https://linktr.ee/successwithielts © 2025 Podcourses Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Canucks Hour
Canucks Preseason Puzzles

Canucks Hour

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2025 96:21


Jamie and Thomas dive into training camp dynamics, lineup experiments, and the battle for second-line right wing, with Garland emerging as a key figure. Landon Ferraro joins to reflect on coaching philosophies, player development, and the urgency for Vancouver's core to rise to the challenge amid a season full of question marks.   This podcast is produced by Lina SetaghianThe views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Hey Riddle Riddle
Patreon Preview #341: Erin on the Side of Tea

Hey Riddle Riddle

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2025 10:12


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Hey Riddle Riddle
#374: Rat Kebabs

Hey Riddle Riddle

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2025 63:03


Listen to this episode and really take a minute to sit and think of what your Transformer name would be and what exact vehicle you'd turn into. Me? 'Sassparilla' and a 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser (with the wood side panelling). Starring:Adal RifaiJohn Patrick CoanErin KeifEditing by: Casey ToneyTheme by: Arne ParrottLogo by: Emily Kardamis & Emmaline MorrisWant more? Get Weekly Bonus Eps on Patreon!JPC's Guided Meditations Volume 1, available now at our Patreon digital store!Want merch? Visit our Dashery Store!Want to mail us something? Hey Riddle Riddle 6351 W Montrose Ave #267Chicago, IL, 60634Want to leave us a voicemail? Call (805) RIDDLE-1 or (805-743-3531)Want to advertise on the show? Check out Hey Riddle Riddle via Gumball.fmSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hey Riddle Riddle
Patreon Preview #340: The Cryptid Hunters

Hey Riddle Riddle

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 9:37


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Hey Riddle Riddle
#373: The Riddle Inspection

Hey Riddle Riddle

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 64:42


We are famously a riddle podcast.Starring:Adal RifaiJohn Patrick CoanErin KeifEditing by: Casey ToneyTheme by: Arne ParrottLogo by: Emily Kardamis & Emmaline MorrisWant more? Get Weekly Bonus Eps on Patreon!JPC's Guided Meditations Volume 1, available now at our Patreon digital store!Want merch? Visit our Dashery Store!Want to mail us something? Hey Riddle Riddle 6351 W Montrose Ave #267Chicago, IL, 60634Want to leave us a voicemail? Call (805) RIDDLE-1 or (805-743-3531)Want to advertise on the show? Check out Hey Riddle Riddle via Gumball.fmSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bright Side
Logical Puzzles So Hard, Even Sherlock Would Need Help

Bright Side

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 12:51


1-Min Riddles: Puzzles & Brain Teasers
15 Puzzles That Will Keep You Up All Night

1-Min Riddles: Puzzles & Brain Teasers

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 18:48


How to Make Yourself Smarter. Studies have shown that solving riddles and puzzles is exceptionally good for your brain. It sharpens your mind, improves your memory, and teaches you to pay attention to small details. Get ready to train your brain and impress your friends with your new analytical skills with our 15 super hard riddles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Animal Training Academy
Mari Valgma – Unlocking the Power of Movement Puzzles [Episode 262]

Animal Training Academy

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 65:24 Transcription Available


In the second half of this enlightening conversation, we're once again joined by Dr. Mari Valgma—Certified Professional Canine Fitness Trainer, creator of Movement Puzzles, and founder of The Moving Canine. After hearing Mari's remarkable journey in part one, we now dive deep into the work that has touched thousands of dogs and their humans worldwide. Mari unpacks the origins and applications of Movement Puzzles, sharing how a simple idea has blossomed into a global community dedicated to canine fitness, confidence, and joy. Together, we explore: ✅ The philosophy and structure behind Movement Puzzles ✅ How fitness training builds resilience and problem-solving skills in dogs ✅ Real-world examples of dogs gaining confidence and coordination through movement ✅ The evolution of Mari's international community and its unexpected growth ✅ How trainers and guardians alike can use movement to enrich everyday life Mari's approach shows us that when we reframe fitness as play, exploration, and empowerment, we unlock not only healthier bodies but also stronger, more confident minds. This conversation will leave you inspired to think about movement as both a foundation and a gift for the dogs in your care. Links Website: www.themovingcanine.com Free two-ball game training series: available via the website Facebook: Mari Valgma – The Moving Canine Instagram: @the.moving.canine

Rick's Rambles
Crossword puzzles, Roses, and Mrs Robinson! Week of September 8th

Rick's Rambles

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 16:27


Welcome back to another edition of the Rick's Rambles Podcast—your weekly stop for positivity, fun facts, good news, nostalgia, and more! This week's episode is packed with uplifting stories and fascinating tidbits:

Laugh Again with Phil Callaway

Listen to today's Laugh Again with Phil Callaway, "Hooked on Puzzles." Enjoy!

The John Batchelor Show
The Elephant in the Universe: 100-year search for dark matter Author: Govert Schilling New Puzzles, Speculative Theories, and the Future of the Hunt

The John Batchelor Show

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2025 10:09


The Elephant in the Universe: 100-year search for dark matter Author: Govert Schilling New Puzzles, Speculative Theories, and the Future of the Hunt Headline: Dark Crisis Deepens with Anomalous Galaxies and Emergent Gravity Theories The search for dark matter faces new challenges, such as the discovery of dwarf galaxies (e.g., DF44, the Dragonfly Galaxy) that appear to lack dark matter, posing a problem for both standard dark matter theory and MOND. With direct WIMP detection still elusive, physicists explore highly speculative theories: primordial black holes (black holes born in the Big Bang), fuzzy dark matter, or decaying dark matter, though these lack observational evidence. Theoreticians like Erik Verlinde propose "emergent gravity," suggesting gravity is not fundamental but arises from a deeper reality, which could imply dark matter doesn't exist at all. The ongoing search involves particle physics, underground experiments, powerful telescopes like the future Extremely Large Telescope, and the International Space Station's AMS experiment looking for antimatter signals, as scientists continue to refine theories and devise new ways to observe the unseen 1956

Bright Side
Think Twice Before Answer | Puzzles To Test Your Brain

Bright Side

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2025 20:56


Get ready to put your knowledge to the ultimate test in our "Guess The Right Answer" quiz!

Hey Riddle Riddle
Patreon Preview #339: I've Got a Silver Sausage!

Hey Riddle Riddle

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2025 10:09


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Machine Learning Street Talk
The Day AI Solves My Puzzles Is The Day I Worry (Prof. Cristopher Moore)

Machine Learning Street Talk

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2025 94:52


We are joined by Cristopher Moore, a professor at the Santa Fe Institute with a diverse background in physics, computer science, and machine learning.The conversation begins with Cristopher, who calls himself a "frog" explaining that he prefers to dive deep into specific, concrete problems rather than taking a high-level "bird's-eye view". They explore why current AI models, like transformers, are so surprisingly effective. Cristopher argues it's because the real world isn't random; it's full of rich structures, patterns, and hierarchies that these models can learn to exploit, even if we don't fully understand how.**SPONSORS**Take the Prolific human data survey - https://www.prolific.com/humandatasurvey?utm_source=mlst and be the first to see the results and benchmark their practices against the wider community!---cyber•Fund https://cyber.fund/?utm_source=mlst is a founder-led investment firm accelerating the cybernetic economy.Oct SF conference - https://dagihouse.com/?utm_source=mlst - Joscha Bach keynoting(!) + OAI, Anthropic, NVDA,++Hiring a SF VC Principal: https://talent.cyber.fund/companies/cyber-fund-2/jobs/57674170-ai-investment-principal#content?utm_source=mlstSubmit investment deck: https://cyber.fund/contact?utm_source=mlst***Cristopher Moore:https://sites.santafe.edu/~moore/TOC:00:00:00 - Introduction00:02:05 - Meet Christopher Moore: A Frog in the World of Science00:05:14 - The Limits of Transformers and Real-World Data00:11:19 - Intelligence as Creative Problem-Solving00:23:30 - Grounding, Meaning, and Shared Reality00:31:09 - The Nature of Creativity and Aesthetics00:44:31 - Computational Irreducibility and Universality00:53:06 - Turing Completeness, Recursion, and Intelligence01:11:26 - The Universe Through a Computational Lens01:26:45 - Algorithmic Justice and the Need for TransparencyTRANSCRIPT: https://app.rescript.info/public/share/VRe2uQSvKZOm0oIBoDsrNwt46OMCqRnShVnUF3qyoFkFilmed at DISI (Diverse Intelligences Summer Institute)https://disi.org/REFS:The Nature of computation [Chris Moore]https://nature-of-computation.org/ Birds and Frogs [Freeman Dyson]https://www.ams.org/notices/200902/rtx090200212p.pdf Replica Theory [Parisi et al]https://arxiv.org/pdf/1409.2722 Janossy pooling [Fabian Fuchs]https://fabianfuchsml.github.io/equilibriumaggregation/ Cracking the cryptic [YT channel]https://www.youtube.com/c/CrackingTheCrypticSudoko Bench [Sakana]https://sakana.ai/sudoku-bench/Fractured entangled representations “phylogenetic locking in comment” [Kumar/Stanley]https://arxiv.org/pdf/2505.11581 (see our shows on this)The War Against Cliché: [Martin Amis]https://www.amazon.com/War-Against-Cliche-Reviews-1971-2000/dp/0375727167Rule 110 (CA)https://mathworld.wolfram.com/Rule150.htmlUniversality in Elementary Cellular Automata [Matt Cooke]https://wpmedia.wolfram.com/sites/13/2018/02/15-1-1.pdf Small Semi-Weakly Universal Turing Machines [Damien Woods] https://tilde.ini.uzh.ch/users/tneary/public_html/WoodsNeary-FI09.pdf COMPUTING MACHINERY AND INTELLIGENCE [Turing, 1950]https://courses.cs.umbc.edu/471/papers/turing.pdf Comment on Space Time as a causal set [Moore, 88]https://sites.santafe.edu/~moore/comment.pdf Recursion Theory on the Reals and Continuous-time Computation [Moore, 96]

1-Min Riddles: Puzzles & Brain Teasers
Think Twice Before Answer | Puzzles To Test Your Brain

1-Min Riddles: Puzzles & Brain Teasers

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2025 20:56


Get ready to put your knowledge to the ultimate test in our "Guess The Right Answer" quiz!

Hey Riddle Riddle
#372: My Hearts Don't Lie w/ Joey Bland

Hey Riddle Riddle

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2025 65:28


It's the last of our live from LA episodes and we have former Jeopardy champion Joey Bland on to talk about something that happened 20 years ago. If you liked today's ep, you're going to love the Like Minds Podcast!Starring:Adal RifaiJohn Patrick CoanErin KeifGuest:Joey BlandEditing by: Casey ToneyTheme by: Arne ParrottLogo by: Emily Kardamis & Emmaline MorrisWant more? Get Weekly Bonus Eps on Patreon!JPC's Guided Meditations Volume 1, available now at our Patreon digital store!Want merch? Visit our Dashery Store!Want to mail us something? Hey Riddle Riddle 6351 W Montrose Ave #267Chicago, IL, 60634Want to leave us a voicemail? Call (805) RIDDLE-1 or (805-743-3531)Want to advertise on the show? Check out Hey Riddle Riddle via Gumball.fmThis episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/RIDDLE and get on your way to being your best self.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Geocache Talk
Puzzle Talk - Plane Puzzles

Geocache Talk

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2025 77:54


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The Lynda Steele Show
The UBC Professor who crafted crossword puzzles for the New York Times

The Lynda Steele Show

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2025 8:52


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Hey Riddle Riddle
Patreon Preview #338: Podcast Access w/ Alice Stanley Jr.

Hey Riddle Riddle

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2025 8:03


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The Creative Nonfiction Podcast with Brendan O'Meara
Episode 486: Cartooning is the Children's Table of Art, says Roz Chast

The Creative Nonfiction Podcast with Brendan O'Meara

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2025 64:57


"I really love this medium. I think cartooning is an incredible medium. There aren't a lot of rules. You can, if you can, really make it up. You can make it suit you," says Roz Chast a cartoonist and artist whose work routinely appears in The New Yorker.So today we have Roz Chast. You know Roz Chast, and if you don't, quite frankly I hope we never meet. She's a long time cartoonist for The New Yorker whose work is kinda of panicky and bleak and goofy and … heightened … and wicked smaht. She's the author of Can't We Talk About Something More Pleasant?, Going into Town, and What I Hate from A to Z and what brought Roz to the podcast is a two 1,000-piece puzzles and a 2026 wall calendar now out by Workman Publishing. Really cool, and you can find those at hachettebookgroup.com.Cool stuff.Roz was, of course, a joy to speak with. I watched several interviews with her in preparation for this and I reached out to Dana Jeri Maier for questions because Dana loves Roz, and is a working cartoonist, so it seemed like a good shoulder to tap.Roz is a true artist. She paints these pysanka eggs, which are dyed eggs with cool paintings on them. She's into block printing now and she does some rug weaving things, too. I'm sure there's a formal term for it. She was inducted into the Society of Illustrators Hall of Fame in 2019. She won the National Book Critics' Circle award for Autobiography in 2014, and also was a National Book Award finalist for Can't We Talk About Something More Pleasant? Her work routinely appears in The New Yorker and in this episode we talk about: The ricketyness of a freelance career How being an outsider made her a better cartoonist How cartooning is like being at the children's table of art Aging parents And her experience on The Simpsons.Lots of rich stuff here that I hope you enjoy. I know I did.Order The Front RunnerNewsletter: Rage Against the AlgorithmWelcome to Pitch ClubShow notes: brendanomeara.com

The Puzzler with A.J. Jacobs
"Listener Puzzles!" w/ A.J. & Greg

The Puzzler with A.J. Jacobs

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2025 21:19 Transcription Available


Please take our membership survey! We want ideas and input! https://bit.ly/3ILfsz3 Hello, Puzzlers! Today, A.J. and Greg give you a little peek behind the curtain and take you on a tour of the Puzzle Lab. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals such as “Ask AI” and audio rebuses. Subscribe to The Puzzler podcast wherever you get your podcasts! "The Puzzler with A.J. Jacobs" is distributed by iHeartPodcasts and is a co-production with Neuhaus Ideas. Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas, and Lindsay Hoffman of iHeart Podcasts. The show is produced by Jody Avirgan and Brittani Brown of Roulette Productions. Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hey Riddle Riddle
#371: Shakira Weekly! w/ Paul Rust & Neil Campbell

Hey Riddle Riddle

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2025 64:53


We're joined by Vegas bound buds Paul Rust & Neil Campbell! Mostly I (Adal) just want to apologize for declaring that 'Pyramid Song' is on Kid A. I've been listening to Kid A Mnesia and it caused me to falter....Also come see us on tour!Starring:Adal RifaiJohn Patrick CoanErin KeifGuest:Neil CampbellPaul RustEditing by: Casey ToneyTheme by: Arne ParrottLogo by: Emily Kardamis & Emmaline MorrisWant more? Get Weekly Bonus Eps on Patreon!JPC's Guided Meditations Volume 1, available now at our Patreon digital store!Want merch? Visit our Dashery Store!Want to mail us something? Hey Riddle Riddle 6351 W Montrose Ave #267Chicago, IL, 60634Want to leave us a voicemail? Call (805) RIDDLE-1 or (805-743-3531)Want to advertise on the show? Check out Hey Riddle Riddle via Gumball.fmSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Wedding Planning Podcast | Your Online Wedding Planner | Free Advice from Engagement to Wedding Day from Kara Lamerato of KVW

Streamline + simplify has been a tagline for the WPP literally since I created the show way back in 2015.  (Look closely, it's even on our old logo!) Not only are these two of my favorite words in the English language - that I try and live by in ALL aspects of my life - more specifically, they perfectly summarize my approach to wedding planning.   Every situation you'll encounter throughout your engagement can be examined through the lens of simplicity and potentially scaled back or streamlined in some way that will make your life easier, more affordable, more relaxing, and overall, more enjoyable.   Often we find ourselves in the midst of a planning roadblock and the first instinct is to explore your options.  In the first example we're going to talk about today - a couple who has family in 2 different places, many of whom don't want to travel, you might consider … getting married in each place, what would that look like?  Getting married where we live?  Getting married on an island with just us?  In all the feelings and family dynamics and charged emotions that fly around throughout your engagement season, it's sometimes easy to get lost in a million far-fetched options ... when the simplest, most streamlined option is left by the wayside.   On that note, let's explore some other common wedding planning scenarios where things can escalate and become verrrrrrrrrry complicated, very quickly.  I'm going to do my best to point out some straightforward, simple solutions that I hope will make your engaged life EASIER, MORE AFFORDABLE, and put a stop to waking up in the middle of the night with your mind racing over how many passed appetizers there should be, how many people should be in your wedding party, and how much ice to buy for your welcome party.  Ready to get started?  Tune into the full show for so much more!

MORE2LIFE
Parenting Puzzles

MORE2LIFE

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2025 51:00


Raising kids is hard no matter what age they are. Puzzled about parenting? We'll help you navigate parenting challenges from infancy to adulthood!

Animal Training Academy
Mari Valgma and The Journey Behind Movement Puzzles [Episode 261]

Animal Training Academy

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2025 60:04 Transcription Available


In this inspiring first half of a two-part conversation, we're joined by the innovative and passionate Dr. Mari Valgma - Certified Professional Canine Fitness Trainer, creator of Movement Puzzles, and trailblazer bringing evidence-based training from Estonia to the world. Mari's story is anything but ordinary. From pursuing a PhD in maritime engineering in the UK to pioneering canine fitness training back home in Estonia, her journey reflects a powerful blend of problem-solving, resilience, and creativity. What started as a search to support her own dog's joint health has grown into a global movement helping thousands of dogs gain confidence, coordination, and joy through movement-based training. Together, we explore: ✅ How Mari's engineering background shaped her approach to canine fitness ✅ The pivotal role her dogs played in her shift from academia to training ✅ Why fitness is foundational to both physical wellness and behavioral confidence ✅ The challenges and triumphs of building a dog training career in a small country ✅ The evolution of Movement Puzzles from sport dog fitness to a confidence-building tool for all dogs Mari's journey is a vivid reminder that when we follow curiosity, honor the dogs in front of us, and embrace creative problem-solving, entirely new possibilities emerge - for dogs, their people, and the wider training community. Stay tuned for part two, where we'll dive deep into the nuts and bolts of Movement Puzzles and their transformative impact. Links Website: www.themovingcanine.com Free two-ball game training series: available via the website Facebook: Mari Valgma – The Moving Canine Instagram: @the.moving.canine

Wesley Billion Dollar Virgin Podcast Millionaire Midnight RANT
Millionaire midnight rant 1091 The Puzzles

Wesley Billion Dollar Virgin Podcast Millionaire Midnight RANT

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2025 57:35


First-Ever AI App That Manifests Your Dreams Subconsciously—Download NOW!   http://www.manifesteverythingai.com/manifest-ai   Script To Manifest Your Dreams: www.wesleyvirgin.com   Get ready to meet the king of internet marketing and the overnight millionaire, Wesley Virgin! With over 1 billion views on social media, he's taken the online world by storm. Wesley's known for his knack for making money online and has created some of the most famous programs in the biz, including "Overnight Millionaire," "Genie Script," and "Done for You Affiliate Services."   But that's not all! Wesley also runs the epic "Millionaire in Training" community where thousands of aspiring entrepreneurs gather to learn the secrets of financial success. When he's not busy building wildly profitable online businesses, you can find him living the high life on Instagram @wesleymilliondollarvirgin.   He's not just a show-off though, Wesley takes the time to educate his followers on how to make money fast. With his massive influence and digital mentorship, Wesley is truly a global expert in the online business world. Get ready to learn, laugh, and make some serious cash with Wesley Virgin!

Hey Riddle Riddle
Patreon Preview #337: Ray Kayca's Cakes, Rakes and K-Cups w/ Rekha Shankar

Hey Riddle Riddle

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2025 10:11


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Hey Riddle Riddle
#370: Little Miss 2nd Breakfast w/ Zach Reino

Hey Riddle Riddle

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2025 65:46


Our friend Zach Reino joins us at the Headgum studios in LA. This is another one of those classic "we are all actually in the same room together" episodes. Also come see us on tour!Starring:Adal RifaiJohn Patrick CoanErin KeifGuest:Zach ReinoEditing by: Casey ToneyTheme by: Arne ParrottLogo by: Emily Kardamis & Emmaline MorrisWant more? Get Weekly Bonus Eps on Patreon!JPC's Guided Meditations Volume 1, available now at our Patreon digital store!Want merch? Visit our Dashery Store!Want to mail us something? Hey Riddle Riddle 6351 W Montrose Ave #267Chicago, IL, 60634Want to leave us a voicemail? Call (805) RIDDLE-1 or (805-743-3531)Want to advertise on the show? Check out Hey Riddle Riddle via Gumball.fmSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The John Batchelor Show
1: Preview: DC Disorder. Colleague Liz Peek puzzles why anyone would object to removing homeless camps on city streets and ending carjackings and theft in DC. More later.

The John Batchelor Show

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2025 2:09


Preview: DC Disorder. Colleague Liz Peek puzzles why anyone would object to removing homeless camps on city streets and ending carjackings and theft in DC. More later. 1898 UNCLE SAM AND SPAIN TUSSLE

The Working With... Podcast
Hobby-Less and Stressed: Why We Need Real Activities Again

The Working With... Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2025 14:36


"Think of yourself in a concert hall listening to the strains of the sweetest music when you suddenly remember that you forgot to lock your car. You are anxious about the car, you cannot walk out of the hall, and you cannot enjoy the music. There you have a perfect image of life as it is lived by most human beings." There, Jesuit priest Anthony de Mello reminds us to focus on the magic in front of us. What are you doing to switch off, and if you cannot do so, how can you do it? That's why we're looking at this week.  You can subscribe to this podcast on:  Podbean | Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | TUNEIN   Links: Email Me | Twitter | Facebook | Website | Linkedin The Time-Based Productivity Course Get Your Copy Of Your Time, Your Way: Time Well Managed, Life Well Lived The Time Sector System 5th Year Anniversary The Working With… Weekly Newsletter Carl Pullein Learning Centre Carl's YouTube Channel Carl Pullein Coaching Programmes Subscribe to my Substack  The Working With… Podcast Previous episodes page   Script | 381 Hello, and welcome to episode 381 of the Your Time, Your Way Podcast. A podcast to answer all your questions about productivity, time management, self-development, and goal planning. My name is Carl Pullein, and I am your host of this show.  How often do you completely switch yourself off from tasks, projects, emails and messages?  And not just professional emails and messages and tasks, it includes all the WhatsApp messages from friends, strangers and the home projects you promised yourself that you would do this weekend, but never did?  It seems we've found ourselves caught in the to-do trap. Where the only thing on your mind is all the things you've listed somewhere that you think you must do.  It's a horrible existence. As soon as we sit down to relax, our phone reminds us there's more to do. More emails and messages come in, task manager reminders pop up on the screen with a bing telling us we're supposed to call this person or that one.  And given that we now carry our phones around with us everywhere we go, it's as if the phone no longer serves us, but we serve it: jumping to its every whim and beep.  The problem here is that it's not something you suddenly start doing. It's a gradual creep. It begins with waiting for your daughter to text you the time her train arrives at the railway station, to suddenly worrying about whether a customer or your boss sent you last minute Teams message before the end of your work day. You'e got to check right?  And before long, you feel intensely uncomfortable if your phone isn't in your hand or near you. It's then when you have gone beyond experiencing a healthy relationship with your digital devices. It's time to unravel all those now ingrained impulses.  And that's where this week's question comes in. And that means it's time for me to hand you over to the Mystery Podcast Voice for this week's question.  This week's question comes from Maggie. Maggie asks, hi Carl I see all these productivity YouTube videos, and listen to a lot of podcasts, but very few of them ever talk about how to switch off at the end of the day and relax. This is something I am really struggling at the moment with.  Hi Maggie, thank you for your question.  You're right, I rarely see videos or hear podcasts talking about switching off and relaxing. I do sometimes hear people saying to stop and relax, but not how to do it.  As I mentioned a moment a go, this is not something we just stop doing. It creeps up on you. One moment you're a child without any digital devices, being curious, running around, trying new hobbies then falling asleep to suddenly being held hostage by task lists, projects and long lists of thing you think you should do.  Not to mention the anxiety of responding quickly enough to a friend's text message or your boss's email.  If you think about it, while we seem to have adapted well to this new phenomenon, and appear to just accept this as the way of life, it's really a horrible existence.  Last week, I mentioned that I had embarked on a 13 hour autobiographical TV series on Lord Louis Mountbatten.  The series was recorded in and around 1969, so was shot before the dawn of home computers.  What I noticed was how people in those pre-home computer days relaxed. There were family board games, book reading and going out for walks and having picnics by the river.  Because the only way you could be contacted was via a letter, telegram or land line phone, once you left the house you were free. And “free” in a real sense. If you were to take a walk by the river or pond or lake, you could fully engage with your surroundings and the people you were with.  And family meals were important.  The aristocracy in the UK would dress for dinner, and even as we went into the post-war years, there would be a ritual of adults and children washing their hands before sitting down to dinner.  I rarely see that with people today. I should point out that it's still a good practice to do—you know, washing your hands before eating your meals.  Currently, I am reading the enormous series of books by historian Dominic Sandbrook, the co host of the excellent podcast The Rest is History.  Sandbrook begins this series of books in 1950s UK and I am currently up to 1970, having just finished reading his excellent book Mad As Hell: The Crisis of the 1970s and the Rise of The Populist Right, a book about how US culture changed in the 1970s.  The books have chapters on how families lived and the activities they did in their spare time and as I was reading these chapters I felt a sadness that many of these activities seem to have disappeared.  For instance, in the UK, there was in almost every town and village a working mens club. Yes, today that would be considered sexist, but when these clubs started they were established for the men who worked down the mines or in the factories.  One of the clubs I used to go to would have a guest act on every Sunday night. Sometimes the act was a musician other times it might be a comedian. These clubs would be full of husbands and wives having a drink, playing bingo between the act's sessions.  It was a wonderful evening. I remember never once worrying about work, or even talking about work. It was families talking about where they were going on holiday, playing bingo and watching the acts.  I never experienced what we called in the UK “Sunday night blues”—that depressing feeling of knowing you had to go back to work tomorrow.  I only ever experienced that when I stopped going to the club on a Sunday and instead sitting at home watching TV.  Somehow, we've sacrificed human activities—going out with friends and family three or four times a week—to sitting on sofas watching TV or scrolling through endless feeds in social media. Often feeling jealous of the fake lives people put on there.  And certainly not engaging with other human beings in the same room as you.  And the word “Hobby” seems to have become a quaint old-fashioned word. I mean, who's got time for hobbies today?  And that to me is where people need to start. Have a hobby that does not involve a digital tool.  One of my rediscovered hobbies is collecting books. Real books. I've always enjoyed reading. It's been a big part of my life.  I remember before I got an iPad in January 2011, I would spend weeks deciding which book to take with me on the plane when I travelled. It became an annual ritual. A week or two before I was due to fly I would spend a Saturday afternoon at the bookstore in the local shopping centre looking for something I could read while I was on holiday.  After January 2011, I no longer went to a bookstore. I downloaded books from Apple Books or Amazon. Accidentally, something I had found immensely pleasurable—spending an afternoon wandering around a bookstore, to simply hearing about a book, finding it on a digital bookstore and buying it.  The pleasure of aimlessly wandering around a bookstore was ripped away from me for the sake of convenience.  I can fully understand why the sales of vinyl records and record players have exploded in recent years. The lack of convenience and a limited record collection makes listening to music a genuine pleasure.  Those of a certain age may remember creating something called a “Mix tape”. This was where you recorded from a hi-fi system records to a tape cassette that you could play on a cassette walkman or in the car when going on a long journey.  There was was something deeply pleasurable in make those tapes. I used to do this when going on family holidays. It didn't require a lot of brain power. Just looking through your records (and later CDs) for songs and then recording them, in real time, to a cassette.  You had to sit and listen the whole song before pressing pause on the tape and choosing the next song. Completely inconvenient by today's standards, but that wasn't the point. It was relaxing, enjoyable and there was a sense of pride when finished of a job well done.  And that's where I think we should be looking for activities that help us to switch off at the end of the day or at weekends. Activities that take us away from the digital noise. For example, this year, I've made it a habit to spend a minimum of thirty minutes reading a real book after I finish my evening coaching calls.  I close down my office, grab the book I am currently reading, and go through to the living room, settle down on the sofa with the book and read. While I will read for at least thirty minutes, I often find myself still reading after an hour. During that time, it's just me and little Louis lying next to me.  It's quiet and incredibly relaxing.  Another “hobby” I began this spring was to have a bedding box on the terrace outside my office. In this box I've been growing flowers. It needs watering and the occasional weed needs pulling out. This had led me to want to add more flower boxes for next year.  I've been sketching out on paper ideas of where I'll put these boxes and what flowers I could grow in them. I've even considered growing my own vegetables too.  All non-tech hobbies that have brought some real enjoyment with them.  Other activities you may wish to consider are knitting and needlework. I've remember teaching myself to sow buttons onto shirts and jackets—great fun but can be equally frustrating.  Water colour painting. There's an initial cost in paints and paint books, but again great fun when you get going. This is a particularly good hobby if you like to get out into the countryside.  Winston Churchill used painting as a way to destress at weekends and on holidays.  While I'm not a big fan doing digital detoxes or restricting use of digital tools, that's just a waste of time because you end up finding excuses to check your digital devices.  What I have found, though, is if you have a hobby or activity that is non-digital, you lose the temptation to “check” for messages and notifications. You become engrossed in the activity you engaged in.  Perhaps you could have a Saturday or Sunday morning family walk. Give it some added interest by including some bird spotting or trying to find new routes around the park or woods.  When to comes to switching off, look for activities that don't involve phones or computers. Puzzles are good, learning to detail a car (my current hobby) or some gardening—which can large or small.  I hope that has helped, Maggie. Try to use things to switch off that do not involve a screen and you'll find yourself relaxing and rediscover some lost pleasures in life.  Thank you for your question and thank you to you too for listening. It just remains for me now to wish you all a very very productive week.   

Hey Riddle Riddle
Patreon Preview #336: This Day in Improv History 6

Hey Riddle Riddle

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 9:13


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Hey Riddle Riddle
#369: Star Wars (1979)

Hey Riddle Riddle

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 63:35


In today's episode we read riddles, try our best to answer them, and then do scenes inspired by those riddles. Nothing else happens! Also come see us on tour!Starring:Adal RifaiJohn Patrick CoanErin KeifEditing by: Casey ToneyTheme by: Arne ParrottLogo by: Emily Kardamis & Emmaline MorrisWant more? Get Weekly Bonus Eps on Patreon!JPC's Guided Meditations Volume 1, available now at our Patreon digital store!Want merch? Visit our Dashery Store!Want to mail us something? Hey Riddle Riddle 6351 W Montrose Ave #267Chicago, IL, 60634Want to leave us a voicemail? Call (805) RIDDLE-1 or (805-743-3531)Want to advertise on the show? Check out Hey Riddle Riddle via Gumball.fmThis episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/RIDDLESee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hey Riddle Riddle
Patreon Preview #335: Vegas, Baby

Hey Riddle Riddle

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2025 9:54


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Hey Riddle Riddle
#368: Swan Dong w/ Josh Gondelman!

Hey Riddle Riddle

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 65:14


He's back! He's back! We've got stand-up darling Josh Gondelman back on the Riddle horse! Check out his new special Positive Reinforcement! Also come see us on tour!Starring:Adal RifaiJohn Patrick CoanErin KeifGuest: Josh GondelmanEditing by: Casey ToneyTheme by: Arne ParrottLogo by: Emily Kardamis & Emmaline MorrisWant more? Get Weekly Bonus Eps on Patreon!JPC's Guided Meditations Volume 1, available now at our Patreon digital store!Want merch? Visit our Dashery Store!Want to mail us something? Hey Riddle Riddle 6351 W Montrose Ave #267Chicago, IL, 60634Want to leave us a voicemail? Call (805) RIDDLE-1 or (805-743-3531)Want to advertise on the show? Check out Hey Riddle Riddle via Gumball.fmThis episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/RIDDLESee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hey Riddle Riddle
Patreon Preview #334: Chatterbox 28

Hey Riddle Riddle

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 6:33


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Hey Riddle Riddle
#367: 7 Year Anniversary w/ Anthony Burch

Hey Riddle Riddle

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 58:41


Happy 7 years, Hey Riddle Riddle! We are celebrating by abandoning ship (not really) to start a new podcast with our friend Anthony Burch called Gumshoes & Dragons. Check out the trailer now and the first ep with Brennan Lee Mulligan on Monday August 4th. Starring:Adal RifaiJohn Patrick CoanErin KeifEditing by: Casey ToneyTheme by: Arne ParrottLogo by: Emily Kardamis & Emmaline MorrisWant more? Get Weekly Bonus Eps on Patreon!JPC's Guided Meditations Volume 1, available now at our Patreon digital store!Want merch? Visit our Dashery Store!Want to mail us something? Hey Riddle Riddle 6351 W Montrose Ave #267Chicago, IL, 60634Want to leave us a voicemail? Call (805) RIDDLE-1 or (805-743-3531)Want to advertise on the show? Check out Hey Riddle Riddle via Gumball.fmSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hey Riddle Riddle
Patreon Preview #333: Hot Takes

Hey Riddle Riddle

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025 10:04


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