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Join hosts Mirandia and Kelley as we dive into the magical side of gaming — from cozy, heartwarming titles that feel like a warm cup of tea to sprawling fantasy adventures filled with quests and wonder. Whether you're looking to relax in a virtual cottage or get lost in an epic realm, we've got the perfect blend of comfort and escapism waiting for you.
Es ist endlich so weit! Mehr als sechs Jahre nach der Ankündigung (und viele weitere seit dem ursprünglichen Hornet Kickstarter-Stretchgoal) ist mit Hollow Knight: Silksong Team Cherrys zweites Game erschienen. Chris und Deniz haben die letzten Wochen komplett im Königreich Pharloom verbracht, alle drei Akte erlebt, die dunkelsten Geheimnisse entdeckt und sogar die 100% geholt. Nach etlichen Spielstunden ziehen wir Fazit: Haben wir es hier mit einem würdigen Nachfolger eines der beliebtesten Metroidvanias aller Zeiten zu tun?Das ist der erste (spoilerfreie) Teil unseres großen Hollow Knight: Silksong Podcasts. Der zweite Teil folgt in Kürze. Viel Spaß beim Reinhören!
Hey Freunde was geht und damit ein herzliches Willkommen zu diesem weiteren Video. Heute gibt´s das 1. mal das Game Throne and Liberty. Schreibt gerne in die Kommentare wie ihr es fandet und ob ihr Bock auf mehr habt. Viel spaß beim zuschauen!
Homeschool language arts… but make it magical. In this episode, Lisa chats with Joshua Davidson, creator of Night Zookeeper—a story-driven, gamified ELA program where kids invent creatures, build worlds, and level up writing, spelling, grammar, vocabulary, and more. With real tutors, smart scaffolding, and a gentle, visually stunning interface, Night Zookeeper helps reluctant writers become confident storytellers—and gives fluent writers a global community to share their work. What you'll learn How creativity fuels literacy: kids design characters, then naturally want to write, revise, and share. Built-in scaffolding: age-appropriate prompts and supports progress from picture-choice sentences to full paragraphs and essays. Immediate feedback (from a penguin!): friendly, low-friction corrections keep momentum high. Safe, moderated community: every post is reviewed by humans; parent controls let you dial features up or down. Comprehensive ELA: reading, writing, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, poetry, persuasive and report writing—guided by quests or sandbox play. Tutor feedback: real people encourage, coach, and celebrate wins. Grows with your learner: ages ~5–11 with pathways for beginners and advanced storytellers. Cross-platform access: computers and tablets; iPhone available now, Android app coming. How Night Zookeeper works (quick tour) Create a character (unicorn-rainbow besties with a crisp packet named Bill? yes.). Tell the story with prompts that match skill level. Get feedback—from tutors, peers, and the professorial penguin. Build skills via gamified lessons and the new Quests mode (a structured route through the curriculum). Share & celebrate inside a fully moderated, kid-safe community. Safety & parental controls All student work is reviewed by human tutors before it's public. Feature controls for families (e.g., limit community features for younger children). Optional “bubble mode” if you want a solo experience. Pro tips from Joshua Create the first animal together. That one shared moment super-charges buy-in. Try the 7-day free trial, then (if you love it) consider the companion Night Zookeeper books for easy independent reading. Who this episode is for Parents of reluctant writers who need a joyful on-ramp. Word-loving kids who want a bigger audience for their stories. Families seeking a complete, kid-safe ELA solution that actually gets used. Links & resources Night Zookeeper (7-day free trial + discount): Night Zookeeper books (by Joshua Davidson): [book link] True North Academy (online grades 6–12): truenorthhomeschool.academy It's Not That Hard to Homeschool blog: notthathardtohomeschool.com Pull quote “The best forms of learning are play. We just give kids the tools to create until their hearts are content.” Call to action Ready to turn “I don't like writing” into “Can I write one more chapter?”
Goals are dull and dutiful. Quests are fun and transformative. Which would you be more likely to stick with? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wenn die Eulen rufen und das Licht von Laternen die Umgebung zu erhellen beginnt - sind Spiele auf einmal deutlich weniger cool als bei hellem Tageslicht. Oder? Andre, Jochen und Geraldine treffen sich auf dem nur vom Mond beleuchteten Podcast-Marktplatz und schauen mal, was zu einer gelungenen Darstellung von Nacht in Spielen dazugehört, von der Stimmung bis zu speziellen Mechaniken nur bei Nacht. Timecodes: 00:00:00 - Einleitung 00:05:27 - Tag-Nacht-Zyklen und Glaubwürdigkeit von Spielwelten 00:24:11 - Lichtverständnis von Spielen 01:12:35 - Dinge, die nur nachts gehen, Schleichen, Survival-Spiele 01:31:24 - Blood of the Dawnwalker, soziale Regeln und Quests, die man tags und nachts abschließen kann In dieser Folge zu hören: Andre Peschke, Jochen Redinger & Geraldine Hohmann
Send us a textC4 Leaders – the ONLY nonprofit to utilize the pizza making process to create space for our companions to be seen, heard, and loved. We work with businesses, sports teams, hospitals, churches…anyone looking to RISE TOGETHER. We also write children's books and use the most amazing handmade, hand-tossed, sourdough pizza to bring out the best in each other. Please check out PIZZADAYS.ORG to support our important work. Season 5 Episode #20 Joshua Fineman is coming from the North London area (inform, inspire, & transform)You can find Josh via his website https://bemoremensch.comAbout our guest: Josh is the founder of Mensch—a community helping men reconnect to purpose, presence, and a deeper sense of belonging. Josh's methodology is through one on one coaching, men's circles, and modern rites of passage. The technique isn't the focus, Josh's focus is on providing nourishment to men's hearts and souls. Based in North London, Josh's work blends nature, adventure, and honest conversation to support men in moving from simply functioning to living life with intention, meaning, and purpose.Thanks for guiding men to develop their best versions of their current selves and therefore, building strong family, community, and social bonds. Your work is so needed, so valuable, and essential in moving us forward as a people. Josh, welcome to the show.TOTD – “Owning our story can be hard but not nearly as difficult as spending our lives running from it. Embracing our vulnerabilities is risky but not nearly as dangerous as giving up on love and belonging and joy—the experiences that make us the most vulnerable. Only when we are brave enough to explore the darkness will we discover the infinite power of our light.” Brene BrownBuild a habit - to create intention - to live your purpose!In this episode:What was life like growing up?What are your life's essential ingredients?Father of three children, husband, coach, facilitator…Providing NOURISHMENTThe importance of TOUCH…Tell us about Mensch and let's start with telling the listeners what it means? Yiddish translation is to be a person of integrity and honor…How did it start?What does it mean to take the ARMOUR off… what does that mean, why do men wear it and how do you help your clients learn how to take it off…Nursing….SELF CARE… often so hard to care for ourselves over caring for others…Life is a CARGO SHIP… explain…The power of NO…How important is commitment to building trust and comradery……Reframing, reprogramming…what being a man means…The POWER of a tribe… community- specifically the power of sharing…One on one coaching…Courage, Generosity, Fellowship, PresenceLiving life with intentionPacks, Quests, Guides, Community Gatherings…Books you recommend?Legacy
There were so many times I wished I could trade in my life for a different one.As a kid, I fantasized about being a world-class tennis player, a celebrity, a famous speaker — anything that would make me liked, adored, loved. Because the truth was, I had no friends. I was invisible. Bullied. Alone.In this vulnerable episode of Dear Christiano, I reflect on how childhood fantasies and people-pleasing shaped my early years, and the lifelong process of peeling back the layers to finally accept the hand I was given — and learn how to play it on my own terms.✨ This episode explores:– The fantasies that masked childhood pain– Why people-pleasing felt safer than authenticity– The truth about feeling unworthy of being yourself– How healing is ongoing, not a destination– Why freedom comes from changing the game, not wishing for new cardsIf you've ever caught yourself longing for a different life, this is your reminder: your story, your cards, your journey — they're enough.
In dieser Woche dreht sich bei Pixelburg Savegame einiges um die Nintendo Switch 2 Editionen von Kirby und Mario Party. Dome hat sich sowohl Kirby und das vergessene Land + die Sternensplitter-Welt als auch Mario Party Jamboree + Jamboree TV angeschaut und berichtet von frischen Modi, neuen Minispielen und technischen Verbesserungen. Währenddessen steckt René tief im Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake, kämpft sich durch den Necrogond, experimentiert mit Skillungen und teilt seine Eindrücke zum großen JRPG-Klassiker in neuem Gewand.Außerdem werfen die Jungs einen Blick auf Hollow Knight: Silksong und Cronos: The New Dawn, die beide in dieser Woche erscheinen.Viel Spaß beim Hören!Pixelburg Savegame auf Instagram, Threads, YouTube und TikTokDominik Ollmann auf Instagram und ThreadsRené Deutschmann auf Instagram und Threads (00:00) - In dieser Folge... (02:29) - Perfekte Gaming-Tage und persönliche Rituale (05:32) - Nostalgie und Freundschaft im Gaming (08:32) - Dragon Quest 3: Fortschritte und Herausforderungen (11:28) - Quests und Gameplay-Mechaniken in Dragon Quest 3 (17:35) - Die Herausforderungen im Spiel (20:38) - Strategien und Taktiken im Kampf (23:32) - Entwicklung der Charaktere und Leveling (27:31) - Rätsel und Erkundung im Dungeon (29:28) - Persönlichkeitsentwicklung durch Bücher (35:22) - Erwartungen an zukünftige Spiele und Remakes (40:01) - Spielmodi und technische Innovationen (46:36) - Empfehlungen für Mario Party Fans (52:59) - Kirby und das Vergessene Land: Neue Inhalte und Gameplay (59:58) - Technische Überarbeitung und Spielerlebnis (01:01:07) - Die Freude am Spielen und Sammeln (01:04:38) - Neue Spiele und Ankündigungen (01:08:43) - Hollow Knight: Silksong und seine Besonderheiten (01:12:10) - Cronos: The New Dawn und seine Erwartungen (01:15:43) - Aktuelle Spiele und Ausblicke auf die Zukunft
OSRS has some amazing quests. It also has some dogsh*t quests. Today, we're gonna focus on the less desirable quests and rank them on a tier list! Shout out to @benbittner9484 for the suggestion! Tier list link: https://tiermaker.com/create/worst-quests-in-osrs-16057715Community Question: Whats your least favorite quest, and how would you make it better?
Internalized homophobia and transphobia are the invisible chains many LGBTQIA+ people carry. In this 4-part series, Christiano Green unpacks what it means to heal from these internalized voices of shame, fear, and unworthiness — and how to step into queer joy and liberation.You'll learn how these patterns show up in our lives, how to break the cycle with compassion and community, and why embracing queer joy is one of the most powerful acts of resistance we have.If you've ever struggled with feeling “not enough” as a queer person, this episode will help you reclaim your worth, your joy, and your freedom.
To the outside world, you may look raw, open, and unafraid to share your truth. But inside, you know there's always another layer you're struggling to reach.In this intimate episode of Dear Christiano, queer coach and storyteller Christiano Green reflects on the deeply personal, non-linear process of vulnerability. From growing up in a family that never talked about emotions, to learning how queerness teaches us to hide, Christiano explores why vulnerability can feel exhausting — and how to approach it with more compassion and less shame.✨ This episode explores:– Why vulnerability is never as simple as it looks from the outside– The role of family silence and queer conditioning in bottling emotions– How comparison makes vulnerability harder– Why working one layer at a time is powerful enough– Reframing vulnerability as liberation, not pressureThis is a love letter to anyone who has ever felt “blocked” in their vulnerability. You're not behind. You're not broken. Your journey is deeply personal — and it's enough.
One Shots and Short Shots is part of the Quests and Chaos Podcast Network. This space houses our one-off actual play RPG streams, and features Starter Set Summer School.Support the stream by visiting https://shop.questsandchaos.com or by using our Amazon Affiliate link. https://amzn.to/3JILEUaMentioned in this episode:QNC Intro AdJoin our Patreon at https://patreon.com/QuestsAndChaos or buy merch at https://shop.questsandchaos.comQNC OutroThis is the outro section. If you want your name listed please join us at https://patreon.com/QuestsAndChaos.
Matt Bozon is a founding member of WayForward, and along with his wife Erin the creator of the Shantae series of games. Matt joins us for what may be a most epic and personal three we will ever see as he takes us through the journey of the first three Shantae games: Shantae, Shantae: Risky Revolution (and through its over two decade delay), and Shantae: Risky's Revenge. Hear tales of the early inception of the series, to its sequel that was locked away until just this year, and the third game that began the trajectory to get Shantae on top of the culture where she is today. Shantae Advance: Risky's Revolution is still available now on all modern platforms digitally, but is also available for physical pre-order until September 7, 2025 at Limited Run Games. Quests are up today for the game on Channel3.gg as well.We have every WayForward game in our library at C3 (we think, but hear more about that on the podcast) and of course you can check out WayForward.com Our hosts' links can be found at channel3.gg/rey and channel3.gg/danThe show is Executive Produced by Channel 3 Founder Joel Willis who can be found at channel3.gg/joelOur theme song is provided by Castor Garden. Find all of their tracks on Bandcamp by simply going to c3.gg/castorgardenmusic or find all of their links at channnel3.gg/castorgardenAbout Channel3.gg: channel3.gg is social networking built from the ground up for gamers. Sure you can do all the stuff like on the old social medias like post pictures, videos, comments and the like. Channel 3 is so much more than that though. It takes the social media experience and game-ifies it. Made a great post that someone likes (1-ups) or respawns? You earn XP experience points that level you up. New levels mean chances to win tickets for physical prizes, earn digital flair for your profile, and more. Additionally there are weekly events hosted by Channel 3 that let the community unwind and kick back with a little friendly competition. Sure, you want to win but it's more about hanging out and the vibes. These events are hosted on C3's Twitch Channel and also earn XP for participants. XP can also be earned for completing quests-questions related to games and being a gamer, challenges where you go forth and complete a task in a game, rating & reviewing games and systems, creating specifically themed lists of games and more. You can find Channel 3 in both the Android and Apple App Stores or at c3.gg/app
Too many queer people are stuck in survival mode — constantly on guard, exhausted, and unable to fully rest. In this episode, Christiano Green unpacks how survival mode shows up in our lives, what it does to our nervous system, and how we can begin the journey toward thriving.We'll cover practical tools for regulation, the importance of reclaiming rest, and the revolutionary power of queer joy. Thriving is not just about personal healing — it's about resistance, liberation, and creating new possibilities for our community.
Supporting your LGBTQ+ friends authentically means more than just accepting them — it's about showing up, listening, and acting in ways that make them feel safe and seen. In this 4-part Queer Quest Podcast series, Christiano Green breaks down how to be a friend who truly matters.From listening without making it about you, to respecting identity at all times, to showing up consistently and speaking out when it's uncomfortable — this episode is a guide to real allyship.Perfect for allies who want to improve their support, and for LGBTQ+ people who want to share a resource with their friends, this conversation is honest, practical, and rooted in love.
In this mind-bending episode of Total Disclosure: UFOs, Cover-Ups & Conspiracy, host Ty Roberts sits down with MIT graduate, tech entrepreneur, and best-selling author Rizwan Virk to unravel one of the most profound theories of our time: Are we living in a simulation? We dive into Philip K. Dick's vision of reality as a rendered world, where life unfolds like a massive video game program. Could UFOs and non-human intelligences be part of this simulation—programmers, watchers, or even glitches in the code? Topics explored include:The Mandela Effect and Déjà Vu as potential proof of simulation resets.UFOs and what they represent in a simulated reality.The role of a higher power—is there truly a God, or simply a cosmic coder?What this means for humanity, free will, and the disclosure movement.This episode goes beyond traditional UFO conversations, fusing science, philosophy, and spirituality into a groundbreaking discussion about the true nature of reality.
Fluent Fiction - Italian: A Ferragosto Tale: Knights, Quests, and School Supplies Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2025-08-18-22-34-02-it Story Transcript:It: Nel cuore di Roma, un ristorante chiamato "Il Castello del Medioevo" era pieno di vita e suoni.En: In the heart of Roma, a restaurant called "Il Castello del Medioevo" was full of life and sounds.It: Le luci soffuse delle lanterne creavano un'atmosfera misteriosa.En: The dim lights of the lanterns created a mysterious atmosphere.It: Le mura di pietra sembravano trasportare i visitatori indietro nel tempo.En: The stone walls seemed to transport the visitors back in time.It: Era Ferragosto, e molti romani approfittavano della giornata festiva per rilassarsi.En: It was Ferragosto, and many Romans were taking advantage of the holiday to relax.It: Giuliano era un giovane pieno di curiosità storica.En: Giuliano was a young man full of historical curiosity.It: Amava tutto ciò che riguardava il medioevo.En: He loved everything about the Middle Ages.It: Con lui c'era Elena, pratica e organizzata, pronta a iniziare lo shopping per il rientro a scuola.En: With him was Elena, practical and organized, ready to start shopping for the return to school.It: Tuttavia, per Giuliano, la giornata doveva iniziare con un'avventura medievale.En: However, for Giuliano, the day had to start with a medieval adventure.It: "Manca poco all'inizio della scuola", disse Elena mentre attraversavano la grande sala del ristorante.En: "School starts soon," said Elena as they walked through the large hall of the restaurant.It: "Dobbiamo comprare zaini e quaderni."En: "We need to buy backpacks and notebooks."It: Il profumo di carne arrosto riempiva l'aria.En: The smell of roast meat filled the air.It: "Elena, guarda!En: "Elena, look!It: Una giostra!"En: A jousting tournament!"It: Giuliano indicò eccitato.En: Giuliano pointed excitedly.It: Un gruppo di cavalieri in armatura si preparava per una finta giostra proprio al centro della sala.En: A group of knights in armor was preparing for a mock joust right in the center of the room.It: "Giuliano, non possiamo perdere tempo", rispose Elena, anche se i suoi occhi brillavano di curiosità.En: "Giuliano, we can't waste time," responded Elena, even though her eyes sparkled with curiosity.It: Ma Giuliano era già vicino alla linea di demarcazione, cercando di trascinare Elena con sé.En: But Giuliano was already near the demarcation line, trying to drag Elena along with him.It: "Questa è una lezione di storia viva!En: "This is a living history lesson!It: Prometto, sarà rapido."En: I promise, it will be quick."It: Elena sospirò, combattuta tra il dovere e il divertimento.En: Elena sighed, torn between duty and fun.It: Alla fine, lasciò che Giuliano la trascinasse in prima fila.En: In the end, she let Giuliano drag her to the front row.It: I cavalieri si sfidarono con finta veemenza.En: The knights challenged each other with mock vehemence.It: Il pubblico applaudì e Giuliano spiegava ogni dettaglio a Elena, rendendo l'esperienza educativa.En: The audience applauded, and Giuliano explained every detail to Elena, making the experience educational.It: "Vedi, quei colori simboleggiano il loro casato", disse.En: "See, those colors symbolize their house," he said.It: Nonostante la sua iniziale resistenza, Elena alla fine si lasciò coinvolgere.En: Despite her initial resistance, Elena eventually got involved.It: Si godette tanto quanto Giuliano lo spettacolo e capì quanto fosse importante concedersi qualche momento di svago.En: She enjoyed the show as much as Giuliano did and understood how important it was to allow yourself some moments of leisure.It: Poi, con la giostra conclusa, si affrettarono a completare lo shopping.En: Then, with the jousting tournament concluded, they hurried to complete the shopping.It: Giusto in tempo, appena prima della chiusura dei negozi.En: Just in time before the stores closed.It: Giuliano trovò il modo di unire il suo amore per il medioevo con le necessità pratiche: comprarono quaderni decorati con stemmi e un astuccio che ricordava un piccolo scrigno medievale.En: Giuliano found a way to combine his love for the Middle Ages with practical needs: they bought notebooks decorated with crests and a pencil case that resembled a small medieval chest.It: Alla fine della giornata, mentre si avviavano verso casa con le borse colme, Giuliano si rese conto dell'importanza di bilanciare interesse e responsabilità.En: At the end of the day, as they headed home with their bags full, Giuliano realized the importance of balancing interests and responsibilities.It: Elena, d'altro canto, imparò ad apprezzare la passione e la spontaneità di Giuliano.En: Elena, on the other hand, learned to appreciate Giuliano's passion and spontaneity.It: Tra risate e storie, una cosa era certa: il nuovo anno scolastico si sarebbe aperto con un entusiasmo tutto nuovo.En: Between laughter and stories, one thing was certain: the new school year would open with a whole new enthusiasm.It: E mentre il sole tramontava su Roma, il riflesso delle mura del "Castello del Medioevo" brillava, come a suggellare la loro giornata speciale.En: And as the sun set over Roma, the reflection of the walls of "Il Castello del Medioevo" shone, as if to seal their special day. Vocabulary Words:holiday: la giornata festivadim: soffusomedieval: medievaleroast meat: carne arrostojousting tournament: la giostraarmor: l'armaturamock: fintavehemence: la veemenzaline: la linea di demarcazioneaudience: il pubblicocrest: lo stemmapencil case: l'astucciochest: lo scrignostone walls: le mura di pietraatmosphere: l'atmosferacuriosity: la curiositàadventure: l'avventuraresistance: la resistenzaleisure: lo svagohurry: affrettareenthusiasm: l'entusiasmoreflection: il riflessospontaneity: la spontaneitàdoorway: la portabalance: il bilancioresistance: la resistenzaorganized: organizzatapractical: praticaglance: lo sguardosparkle: brillare
Running multiple businesses sounds glamorous — until you're scrubbing cigarette smoke out of the walls two hours before your next Airbnb guests arrive… all while juggling client calls and recording podcasts.In this episode of Dear Christiano, queer transformation coach and entrepreneur Christiano Green pulls back the curtain on the real, unfiltered truth about being a queerpreneur. From leaving a high-paying corporate role leading 300 people to moving to Bali to start fresh, Christiano shares how he built not one, but two thriving businesses — a queer-focused coaching practice and a growing Airbnb portfolio with his partner.✨ In this episode, you'll hear:– The leap from corporate leadership to entrepreneurship– Why burnout made staying riskier than leaving– How moving to Bali cut expenses by 75% and created space to heal and build– The story behind launching an Airbnb business with his partner– The reality of balancing coaching clients, content creation, and urgent property issues– Why “pressure is a privilege,” but not without its tollWhether you're building your first side hustle, dreaming of leaving your 9-to-5, or already running your own business, this episode is a candid, inspiring reminder that success is rarely as tidy as it looks on Instagram.
Sims 4 Zauber der Natur sieht auf den ersten Blick einfach magisch aus. Vor allem die neuen Items sehen wirklich wunderschön aus und man fühlt sich wie in einer anderen Welt, etwa in Hobbingen. Jedes Teil sieht einfach magisch aus. Kleidung und Frisuren, sowie Tattoos gibt es auch genug und alles hat einen Hauch von Natur (wie eine Gießkanne als Hut). Außerdem können wir jetzt Feenflügel ausrüsten und da sind wir auch schon beim Gameplay: Man kann sich jetzt mit den Sims in Feen verwandeln und dabei entweder gut oder böse werden. Feen nutzen Emotionskraft als Antrieb, welche sie von andern Sims absaugen können. Als neue Fähigkeit gibt es jetzt Arzneikunde, dabei setzen wir alles daran, Tränke Dies spielt auch mit der neuen Karriere Naturheilkunde einher. Sehr gut gefallen hat mir auch die neue Fähigkeit der natürlichen Lebensweise, welche den Sims je höher das Level ist, ermöglicht mehr und mehr mit der Natur zu leben. Zusätzlich gibt es jetzt Glück und Pech, welches sich jeden Tag ändern kann und Einfluss auf viele alltägliche Aktionen nimmt. Das Ausgleichsmeter zeigt an, wie ausgeglichen mein Sim und quasi mit sich Reinen er ist. Dieses nimmt Einfluss darauf, wie gesund er lebt, ist er unausgeglichen kann er krank werden. Hier wird im Prinzip psychische Gesundheit dargestellt, was mir gut gefallen hat. Abschließend gibt es auch noch sehr viel Geschichte über die Welt zu entdecken und in Form von Fabeln erhalten wir Quests und erfahren etwas über die Welt und seine Bewohner. Insgesamt handelt es sich hier um ein sehr schönes, magisches Addon mit neuer Thematik.
What are the stages of queer healing? In this soulful, honest, and empowering episode, Christiano Green walks us through the 18-stage spiral roadmap of LGBTQ+ healing — from breakdown and identity loss to spiritual embodiment and queer joy.Drawn from the free guide The Journey to Queer Healing, this conversation explores everything from inner child work and boundary setting to ancestral connection and radical self-trust. Perfect for queer folks who are healing from trauma, reclaiming their truth, or leading others in love.
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3080: Steve Kamb offers a playful yet powerful strategy to overcome procrastination and hesitation by framing personal growth as an epic quest. Drawing inspiration from video games, he presents five beginner-friendly missions to jumpstart momentum and help you level up your life one small win at a time. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/struggling-to-start-pick-one-of-these-5-quests/ Quotes to ponder: "Just pick one quest. Just one. Do it today." "Action leads to momentum, which leads to confidence, which leads to more action." "Gamifying your life can be the gateway drug to lasting change." Episode references: The Legend of Zelda (Nintendo): https://www.zelda.com/ The Power of Tiny Gains (James Clear concept): https://jamesclear.com/continuous-improvement Atomic Habits by James Clear: https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mark and Payton continue to froth at the mouth as the dawn of the new la liga season draws ever closer, and make their bold predictions for the season, with wild swings about Guler, Yamal, Vini, Mbappe, and many more. Then, in an el clasico podcastico first, your hosts set Barcelona and Real Madrid off on main and side quests for the season (38:14). Who will become an unlikely star? Will Barcelona's major signings even play? Listen to find out!
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3080: Steve Kamb offers a playful yet powerful strategy to overcome procrastination and hesitation by framing personal growth as an epic quest. Drawing inspiration from video games, he presents five beginner-friendly missions to jumpstart momentum and help you level up your life one small win at a time. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/struggling-to-start-pick-one-of-these-5-quests/ Quotes to ponder: "Just pick one quest. Just one. Do it today." "Action leads to momentum, which leads to confidence, which leads to more action." "Gamifying your life can be the gateway drug to lasting change." Episode references: The Legend of Zelda (Nintendo): https://www.zelda.com/ The Power of Tiny Gains (James Clear concept): https://jamesclear.com/continuous-improvement Atomic Habits by James Clear: https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can you be a fit, healed, empowered queer human — and still binge sugar in a shame spiral?In this honest and deeply human episode of Dear Christiano, queer coach Christiano Green reflects on a recent experience that triggered old patterns of shame, perfectionism, and self-judgment. From emotional eating to body image, Christiano explores what it means to heal while still being messy — and why duality is not a failure, but a feature of growth.✨ This episode explores:– Why queer people often carry shame that doesn't belong to them– The link between food, feelings, and worthiness– How coaches and “healers” still face real emotional spirals– What it means to allow conflicting emotions without guilt– How to stop performing healing and start embodying truthIf you've ever felt like you're not allowed to fall apart because of how others see you — this one is for you.
Letting Go of the Need to Push Through and Finally Giving Yourself Time to HealIn a world that demands productivity, perfection, and constant performance — this guided meditation is a sacred rebellion.This journey invites you into the deep, slow waters of queer healing.It's for the moments when you're tired of pretending you're okay.For the seasons when pushing through just isn't going to cut it anymore.And for the parts of you that are still aching to be heard, held, and allowed to rest.Together, we'll explore:
Coming out is not a single moment — it's a lifelong journey of courage, identity, and self-love. In this episode, Christiano Green takes you through the raw, real, and powerful coming out stories that will leave you breathless, inspired, and seen.From the first time we admit our truth to ourselves, to the terrifying moment we say it out loud to the world… from coming out later in life to finding chosen family and community after rejection — this episode is for every queer person, at every stage of their becoming.You'll hear Christiano's personal stories, the psychology behind delayed coming out, awkward and hilarious real-life moments, and a deep reminder that your story is valid — whether it's loud and proud or whispered into the dark.This isn't just about being LGBTQIA+ — it's about being fully you.Whether you're out, closeted, questioning, or still healing — this episode is a permission slip to be exactly who you are.
What happens when you're committed to healing — but still find yourself spiraling, overwhelmed, and energetically drained?In this solo episode of Dear Christiano, queer transformation coach Christiano Green shares a raw and relatable letter to himself about the emotional crash that sometimes follows deep inner growth. If you're a queer person who's ever felt shame around rest, guilt around doing nothing, or frustration with your own sensitivity — this is the episode for you.✨ Topics include:– The emotional rollercoaster of queer healing– The myth of constant productivity– How rest can be a radical act of self-love– Navigating overstimulation as an empath or HSP– Reclaiming your peace through presenceThis is not your average self-help podcast.This is healing with honesty, softness, and soul.
The Lost City of Un'Goro Quests have all but fallen flat. I speculate on what could be done to make them playable, before playing Bonechill Stegodon Death Knight on the Standard Ladder. You can find the deck import code below the following contact links. You can follow me @blisterguy on Twitch, Bluesky, and Youtube. Join our Discord community here or at discord.me/blisterguy. You can support this podcast and my other Hearthstone work at Patreon here. # 2x (0) Horn of Winter # 2x (1) Body Bagger # 2x (1) Crypt Map # 2x (2) Deathchiller # 2x (2) Frost Strike # 2x (2) Slippery Slope # 1x (2) Troubled Mechanic # 1x (3) Guiding Figure # 2x (3) Rainbow Seamstress # 1x (4) Elise the Navigator # 2x (4) Ghouls' Night # 1x (4) Horizon's Edge # 1x (4) Nightmare Lord Xavius # 2x (5) Reanimated Pterrordax # 2x (6) Bonechill Stegodon # 1x (6) Exarch Maladaar # 1x (7) Endbringer Umbra # 1x (8) High Cultist Herenn # 2x (10) Wakener of Souls # AAECAYvlBgjHyQal3AbR5QbC6AbDgwfvkweCmAf1mAcL9eMEsvcEubEG/roGlM8G3eUGvugGmI0Ho5IHt5UHupUHAAA=
It's nearly time to go exploring the Lost City of Un'goro, but before you leave base camp, we have some recommendations for things you might want to look out for along the way. Plus, patch notes, discussion of the Hearthstone community manager situation, and more! News – 14:59 Patch 33.0 Known issues Imbue Paladin cards banned from Prerelease Brawl RidiculousHat Decksplanations – 58:00 Lost City of Un'goro Superlatives! Cards we can't wait to play with Cards we're scared of Cards we want to be good but aren't Cards we think are over/underrated Cards we just want to talk about The Show Notes for this week's episode are on our Website Join us every week live, by following us on Twitch You can monetarily support our show on Patreon for perks like a thank you at the top of the show, bonus post-show content, early access to new episodes, one on one coaching sessions, and help support the show in the process! Join our community chats in our Discord channels and write in to our Email at coinconcede@gmail.com. Follow us on Bluesky! Save our RSS feed or subscribe to us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or Spotify!
Survive the Fall bietet einen schönen Genremix aus Basenaufbau und Erkundungsmissionen, welche teilweise auch Schleichpassagen beinhalten. Dabei sammeln wir in Echtzeit-Missionen mit unseren Charakteren Ressourcen, erkunden die Weltkarte und müssen auch kämpfen, sowie Quests erfüllen. Überall gibt es etwas zu entdecken und manchmal muss man auch klug agieren und seine Einheiten taktisch platzieren, um etwa Gegner heimlich auszuschalten. Manche Orte lassen sich nur mit gewissen Werkzeugen erreichen, diese wiederum produzieren wir dann in der Basis. Dort gilt es aus den gesammelten Ressourcen neue Gebäude, Räume und Items zu produzieren. Die Nahrung nicht zu vergessen, denn unsere Einheiten haben Bedürfnisse, welche wir erfüllen müssen. Tagsüber plant man daher wer was in der Basis macht, um dann den Tag abzuschließen und auf Erkundung zu gehen. Dadurch ergibt sich ein schöner Genremix. Einzig das Inventar könne größer sein, denn wir müssen die Erkundung abbrechen, sollte es voll sein, obwohl wir noch nicht alles erreicht haben. Auch die Story spielt kaum eine Rolle und Vertonung suchen wir vergeblich. Dennoch hatte ich Spaß an dem Wechsel aus Basenbau und Erkundung.
White Castle VP Jamie Richardson and Marigold Head of Loyalty CoE Roger Williams joins QSR editorial director Danny Klein for a wide-ranging chat about how one of the country's most-iconic restaurant chains is connecting and speaking to customers in ways it never has before. The brand's Craver Nation Rewards program adopts a “Quests” approach to redemption and has ignited engagement across the system. We'll also explore the overall state of loyalty, the pitfalls some brands run into, and what you need to know to launch a winning program that takes your restaurant business to the next level. This episode was sponsored by our partners at Marigold.
Join TJ and Trevor as they dive headfirst into the pixelated world of cryptid video games—uncovering Wendigo cameos, big boss battles, and some truly cursed game mechanics. They dig into game lore, scary encounters, and whether or not that one Wendigo was just really hangry. Josh sat this one out (probably for the best), but don't worry—he'll be back once someone explains what a controller is.The extended version of this episode can be found on Patreon! Follow us on Instagram @outtherecryptids and find us on Patreon @outtherecryptids.
DragonRider joins Pylet and Tito to talk the remaining classes... mostly.
Across time and cultures, legendary quests have shaped the way we see heroism, destiny, and the divine. In this episode of Mythlok, your host Nitten Nair takes you on a cinematic journey through the most iconic mythical adventures — from Gilgamesh's search for immortality, Odysseus' long road home, and Jason's quest for the Golden Fleece, to Rama's battle against evil and the pursuit of the Holy Grail. Inspired by the storytelling tone of Sir David Attenborough, this immersive episode explores how these quests reflect our own search for meaning, courage, and truth.
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What's up smooth skin, I'm the sherif in this here puddle. It looks like you broke your leg when you shot your rocket launcher straight into the ground. Nothing a nuka cola and a quick rest couldn't fix. Why don't you rest a spell and listen to the new episode of Need For Speedrunning. They dig into the Bethesda mess that is Fallout 3, a run I find very entertaining. Speaking of running, you shouldn't put too much weight on your leg, even though it does seem like you are running faster.You can find bananapegasus' WR run here: https://www.speedrun.com/fallout_3/runs/zxj5785yFor a version of the commentary with no game audio, head here: https://www.patreon.com/possiblybad
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Starting in Zendikar, quests have been a fun way to build towards a goal. This week's guest, Qirn, has been thinking all about quests for a Legend of Zelda set and has some ideas. Along the way we break down the challenges of designing quests and the cards that are like quests. A deep dive! Join Beacon of Creation's Discord: https://discord.gg/t88Vpwh Show Notes and Images: https://beaconofcreation.com
James is an actor and creative director of Quests & Chaos, and an avid fan of Treasure Planet-style fantasy adventures. We sat down to play The Wildsea, an award-winning, post-fall fantasy tabletop roleplaying game set in a rampant ocean of verdant green... Can we survive the experience?THE WILDSEA: https://www.myth.works/collections/the-wildsea-homepageJAMES AARON OH: https://www.jamesaaronoh.com/QUESTS & CHAOS: https://www.youtube.com/@QuestsAndChaos/videosALL MY FANTASY CHILDREN: https://moonshotpods.com/all-my-fantasy-children/YAZEBA'S BED & BREAKFAST: https://redcircle.com/shows/yazebas-bed-and-breakfastPARTY OF ONE DISCORD: https://discordapp.com/invite/SxpQKmKSUPPORT JEFF ON PATREON: www.patreon.com/jeffstormerTHEME SONG: Mega Ran feat. D&D Sluggers, “Infinite Lives,” RandomBeats LLC, www.megaran.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/party-of-one-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Sigmund and Devon highlight new Apple Original anthology series Side Quest and recap the recently wrapped season of its parent series Mythic Quest. Highlight Side Quest Streaming TV Boxes Who's the laggard? Comparing TV streamer boxes | Six Colors Apple Original News First Look at WondLa Season Two First Look at Chief of War Releases VIP: Yankee Stadium Katamari Damacy Rolling LIVE SpaceInvaders InfinityGene EVO puffies. RollerCoaster Tycoon® Classic+ The Game of Life 2+ Sesame Street Mecha Builders+ Extras The Studio — The Oner Severance: Season 2 Original Soundtrack Music To Refine To: A Remix Companion to Severance | Odezsa Music To Refine To: A Remix Companion to Severance on Vinyl Severance — Inside the Balloon Installation in London Behind the Mac: Editing Severance How the mind-splitting world of Severance comes together on Mac The Making of 'Someday,' a film by Spike Jonze Recap Mythic Quest TV App Highlights Black Bag Opus The Colors Within Paddington in Peru Becoming Led Zeppelin The Monkey Game Changer The Handmaid's Tale Up Next The Residence Dying for Sex Send us a voice message all week via iMessage or email to magic@macstories.net. Subscribe to Magic Rays of Light on YouTube and follow us on Mastodon and Bluesky. Sigmund Judge | Follow Sigmund on Mastodon or Bluesky Devon Dundee | Follow Devon on Mastodon or Bluesky
In her debut book, Game On! Is Management Your Best Career Play?, Joanne Merrick empowers readers to make informed decisions about stepping into management. #employee #managertips #gameon================All Episodes can be found at www.thecryptopodcast.org All about Roy / Brain Gym & Virtual Assistants at https://roycoughlan.com/ ------------------ About my Guest Joanne Merrick :Joanne offers over 25 years of global experience in helping individuals and organizations thrive. She has delivered transformative leadership programs across five continents and 22 countries, combining her expertise in neuroscience with a passion for building management and leadership capabilities. As founder of The Leadership Recipe, LLC, Joanne designs impactful programs that enhance communication, emotional intelligence, and team performance. Her global perspective - shaped by living in Australia, Hong Kong, and now the USA - draws on her leadership roles at major organizations like Deloitte, Amazon, and Juniper Networks. This diverse background fuels her fresh, practical approach to leadership development.In her debut book, Game On! Is Management Your Best Career Play?, Joanne empowers readers to make informed decisions about stepping into management. What we Discussed: 00:00 Who is Joanne Merrick 02:35 What was the bigest challenge living in a few countries06:40 Lessons learnt speaking in different countries08:55 Her Career working for large corporations12:30 Better way to get your college qualifications16:40 No always getting to switch off when working for a Corporation19:10 Should you be friends with your direct reports when you are a manager21:40 Not training the Managers when promoted23:30 Why she wrote the book25:15 Managing people a lot older than you27:00 Feeling lik e you an Agony Aunt with your Team29:55 Dealing with incompetent managers33:15 Witnessing distrespect at Director level39:40 Intent and Impact40:25 Training and not having the manager attending45:30 The Words People use effect the Employees49:20 Having advice that does not hurt a person55:30 Quests in the Book58:00 Where to contact Joanne How to Contact Joanne Merrick : https://www.theleadershiprecipe.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/joanne-merrick/------------------All about Roy / Brain Gym & Virtual Assistants at https://roycoughlan.com/ ___________________
The mission of Silicon Valley's entrepreneurs has long been to change the world. But, how do you know whether a pursuit is good or bad? ACTS17 collective, a Christian faith based group of tech entrepreneurs, says a strong relationship with God is the answer. Today on the show, we talk about the people promoting a faith-based approach to tech, we learn what a “good quest” is, and we ask, what impact religion will have on the type of ventures the valley pursues in the future? Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
Neptune enters Aries on March 30, 2025 and shifts thecollective frequency in significant ways for the first time in over 160 years. Neptune in Aries will need to integrate the spiritual growth, intuitive gifts, and evolving spirit of Pisces into the fiery passion of Aries adventure. Neptune begins anew creation cycle that will open fresh pathways, chapters, and talents, especially for lightworkers who are ready for their next soul growth mission. The energy shift will support initiating a new beginning in your sense of Self, aswell as moving you forward in life, which will feel quite personal. Much more to share in this podcast episode. Your Cosmic Codes: 12 Universal Spiritual Laws In Your Astrology Chart ~ Journey through 12 Spiritual Laws and realign your astrology chart to create new energetic openings, manifestations, and experiences in your life. More details here: https://www.mollymccord.onlin/YourCosmicCodesAstrology2025 Soul Growth Astrology ~ New soul assignments now arriving! We're accelerating into new frequencies as 2025 opens up new chapters on the planet and in our personal lives. Four outer planets move into Fire and Air signs, plus 3 Mercury retrogrades, Venus retrograde, Mars retrograde, 4 eclipse points, a Galactic Grand Trine, Jupiter in Cancer, and a lot more! Use code ‘2025' to get it all for $44 USD ~ https://www.mollymccord.online/2025-astrology
In this episode of House of #EdTech, I discuss the what, why, and how of gamification in education! By incorporating game design elements into your teaching, you can boost student motivation, engagement, and learning outcomes—all while making lessons more interactive and fun! Segment 1: What is Gamification in Education? Definition of gamification and how it differs from game-based learning The psychology behind gamification: motivation, engagement, and dopamine Why gamification works in both K-12 and higher education settings Segment 2: Why Gamification Works Teachers and schools successfully implementing gamification How gamified learning platforms like Classcraft, Kahoot!, and Quizizz enhance the classroom experience The impact of leaderboards, challenges, and achievements on student motivation Segment 3: Practical Gamification Strategies for Educators Points, Badges, and Leaderboards (PBL): Reward students for progress and effort Quests and Challenges: Break down lessons into missions and problem-solving activities Choice and Autonomy: Let students pick their learning paths through differentiated tasks Storytelling & Themes: Create immersive experiences (e.g., a classroom space mission or historical adventure) Resources & Links Mentioned: Classcraft – Gamify classroom management Kahoot! – Interactive quizzes Quizizz – Fun game-based assessments Minecraft: Education Edition – Learning through creativity
Etiquette, manners, and beyond! In this episode, Nick and Leah answer listener questions about bringing ice to parties unprompted, ignoring Dungeon Masters' quests, texting at the movies, and much more. Please follow us! (We'd send you a hand-written thank you note if we could.)Have a question for us? Call or text (267) CALL-RBW or visit ask.wyrbw.comQUESTIONS FROM THE WILDERNESS: Is it OK to bring ice to a party without asking the hosts first? How do I respond to an acquaintance's texts accusing me of ghosting her? When playing Dungeons & Dragons, is it rude to ignore the Dungeon Master's requests? When using a piece of found trash on the ground to remove dog poop from your shoe, are you now responsible for the trash? Etiquette Crime Report: Rude behavior at the movie theatre THINGS MENTIONED DURING THE SHOWPet ownership statistics in New YorkYOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO... Support our show through Patreon Subscribe and rate us 5 stars on Apple Podcasts Call, text, or email us your questions Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter Visit our official website Sign up for our newsletter Buy some fabulous official merchandise CREDITSHosts: Nick Leighton & Leah BonnemaProducer & Editor: Nick LeightonTheme Music: Rob ParavonianADVERTISE ON OUR SHOWClick here for detailsTRANSCRIPTEpisode 255See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Etiquette, manners, and beyond! In this episode, Nick and Leah answer listener questions about bringing ice to parties unprompted, ignoring Dungeon Masters' quests, texting at the movies, and much more. Please follow us! (We'd send you a hand-written thank you note if we could.) Have a question for us? Call or text (267) CALL-RBW or visit ask.wyrbw.com QUESTIONS FROM THE WILDERNESS: Is it OK to bring ice to a party without asking the hosts first? How do I respond to an acquaintance's texts accusing me of ghosting her? When playing Dungeons & Dragons, is it rude to ignore the Dungeon Master's requests? When using a piece of found trash on the ground to remove dog poop from your shoe, are you now responsible for the trash? Etiquette Crime Report: Rude behavior at the movie theatre THINGS MENTIONED DURING THE SHOW Pet ownership statistics in New York YOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO... Support our show through Patreon Subscribe and rate us 5 stars on Apple Podcasts Call, text, or email us your questions Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter Visit our official website Sign up for our newsletter Buy some fabulous official merchandise CREDITS Hosts: Nick Leighton & Leah Bonnema Producer & Editor: Nick Leighton Theme Music: Rob Paravonian ADVERTISE ON OUR SHOW Click here for details TRANSCRIPT Episode 255 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices