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Is There Life After Death? Scholar Analyzes 500+ Cases over 50 Years. Gary Habermas was one of the first Christian scholars to study near-death experiences in the early 1970s. Thus, he has been studying them over 5 decades! How has the evidence changed? According to Dr. Habermas, we have hundreds of NEW documented, evidential cases just in the past few years. In this episode, I talk with Dr. Habermas about the cases he has collected and analyzed. Some involve accurate details observed miles away from the patient's body, blind individuals seeing for the first time and verifiable medical data that naturalistic explanations simply cannot explain. READ: On the Resurrection: Evidences, by Gary Habermas (https://amzn.to/3JkWaky) Watch this video at- https://youtu.be/JGYYT0YZaG8?si=Mogi4GfZL-lLmoXh Sean McDowell 350K subscribers 42,683 views Premiered Aug 22, 2025 Sean McDowell Show *Get a MASTERS IN APOLOGETICS or SCIENCE AND RELIGION at BIOLA (https://bit.ly/3LdNqKf) *USE Discount Code [SMDCERTDISC] for 25% off the BIOLA APOLOGETICS CERTIFICATE program (https://bit.ly/3AzfPFM) *See our fully online UNDERGRAD DEGREE in Bible, Theology, and Apologetics: (https://bit.ly/448STKK) FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Twitter: https://x.com/Sean_McDowell TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sean_mcdowell... Instagram:   / seanmcdowell   Website: https://seanmcdowell.org   --------------------------------------------------------------------  Check out our ACU Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/ACUPodcast   HELP ACU SPREAD THE WORD!  Please go to Apple Podcasts and give ACU a 5 star rating. 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Gary Habermas was one of the first Christian scholars to study near-death experiences in the early 1970s. Thus, he has been studying them over 5 decades! How has the evidence changed? According to Dr. Habermas, we have hundreds of NEW documented, evidential cases just in the past few years. In this episode, I talk with Dr. Habermas about the cases he has collected and analyzed. Some involve accurate details observed miles away from the patient’s body, blind individuals seeing for the first time and verifiable medical data that naturalistic explanations simply cannot explain. READ: On the Resurrection: Evidences, by Gary Habermas (https://amzn.to/3JkWaky) *Get a MASTERS IN APOLOGETICS or SCIENCE AND RELIGION at BIOLA (https://bit.ly/3LdNqKf) *USE Discount Code [SMDCERTDISC] for 25% off the BIOLA APOLOGETICS CERTIFICATE program (https://bit.ly/3AzfPFM) *See our fully online UNDERGRAD DEGREE in Bible, Theology, and Apologetics: (https://bit.ly/448STKK) FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Twitter: https://x.com/Sean_McDowell TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sean_mcdowell?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seanmcdowell/ Website: https://seanmcdowell.org Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

The Queens pick up the fourth book in Ursula Le Guin's Earthsea Series, where we take a a deeper look at the life of women in this world, meet new characters, say goodbye to old ones, and try to hold it together through the saddest section we've read yet. Queen Marissa won't stand disrespectful interference of burial rituals, Queen Tay gives a PSA for men to do dishes, and both were very confused at the way wizard celibacy was revealed. So brace for trauma, and join us as we discuss Tehanu by Ursula Le Guin.This episode wraps up with a game of Astrological Signs, and classically, Tay and Marissa's best and worst character of the section. Our next podcast will be released September 15th, 2025, and will cover Chapters 11-14 of Tehanu, the fourth book in Ursula Le Guin's Earthsea Series.Content Warnings:Please take care of yourself. We talk about the following in this podcast: Domestic AbuseAnimal DeathRapeSexual AssaultSexual HarassmentTransphobiaHomophobiaTorturePhysical AbuseEmotional AbuseGore & ViolenceMisogynySexismChild AbuseDeathRacismDeadnamingSuicideSuicidal Thoughts/IdeationYou can support our project by donating here.If you'd like to join our discord server, you can do so here. Find us on Instagram at @queensoffantasypod. Please also consider checking out our sister podcast, The Book Jar Pod. If you'd like to find a specific Queen online, please see:Taylor: Personal Instagram | StoryGraphMarissa: Personal Instagram | The Book Jar Pod | StoryGraph | Crowned HeathensAlix: Personal Instagram | StoryGraphBackground music via https://www.FesliyanStuTimestamps:00:00 The Creation of Éa00:37 Intro2:36 Short Summary3:07 Content Warning 3:55 Start of In-Depth Analysis16:26 RIP Old Friend31:16 Content Warning 45:25 The Binary of Earthsea1:10:20 Confusingly Celibate Wizards1:10:32 Content Warning 1:41:28 Why Is This So SAD?1:57:21 Game Time : Astrological Signs2:18:36 MVP / LVP2:20:36 Homework2:23:07 Outro & Socials2:25:05 Bloopers 

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Ready to sail to the true farthest shore? In this episode, we finish off the third instalment in Ursula Le Guin's Earthsea Series, and we catch every singed hair along the way. Queens Tay and Marissa find themselves waiting around for Ged to finish monologuing, watching out for Ged's barbed words, and hoping that Arran has never missed a gym day. Queen Tay looks out for Rand of all people in Earhtsea, while Queen Marissa shares her knowledge about dragons. Listen along as your Queens laugh, cry, and shout about their most recent journey through The Farthest Shore by Ursula Le Guin, book three of the Earthsea Series.We finish off this episode with our book reviews and our best and worst character rankings, as well as with a brand new game we like to call: DRAGONS! Our next podcast will be released September 1st, 2025, and will cover Chapters 1-10 of Tehanu, the fourth book in Ursula Le Guin's Earthsea Series.Content Warnings:Please take care of yourself. We talk about the following in this podcast: Domestic AbuseAnimal DeathRapeSexual AssaultSexual HarassmentTransphobiaHomophobiaTorturePhysical AbuseEmotional AbuseGore & ViolenceMisogynySexismChild AbuseDeathRacismDeadnamingSuicideSuicidal Thoughts/IdeationYou can support our project by donating here.If you'd like to join our discord server, you can do so here. Find us on Instagram at @queensoffantasypod. Please also consider checking out our sister podcast, The Book Jar Pod. If you'd like to find a specific Queen online, please see:Taylor: Personal Instagram | StoryGraphMarissa: Personal Instagram | The Book Jar Pod | StoryGraph | Crowned HeathensAlix: Personal Instagram | StoryGraphBackground music via https://www.FesliyanStuTimestamps:00:00 The Creation of Éa0:40 Intro1:58 Short Summary3:28 Start of In-Depth Analysis 4:29 Why Is Rand Here?22:59 An Impromptu Haircut58:00 The Mean Girl Ged1:13:10 Spoiler Warning: ToG and WoT1:20:01 The Afterword1:37:13 Book Reviews1:45:06 Game Time: DRAGONS!1:56:21 MVP & LVP1:57:30 Homework1:58:01 Outro & Socials2:00:05 Bloopers

Author Dame Stella Rimington has died at the age of 90. As the first female director of MI5 she poured years of lived experience into her spy novels featuring both Liz Carlyle and Manon Tyler. She spoke to RNIB Connect Radio's Read On show about her latest novel, her career and her membership to RNIB Talking Books. For that full interview you can download Read On episode number 420 from wherever you get your podcasts, just search for RNIB Read On

Eighteen years have passed, and it is time for another Earthsea adventure! We meet new characters, begin a new quest and new questions are raised for Queen Tay like how many people know Ged's true name? And what is with people kissing other people's eyes? Queen Marissa is jotting down an old woman's poetic rant as she backs away slowly and the Queens discover their Celtic tree zodiacs. So climb aboard our boat as we set sail with The Farthest Shore by Ursula Le Guin, book three of the Earthsea Series.This episode concludes with a game where the Queens help our characters curate the perfect sailing playlist for their long journey, as well as Marissa and Tay's best and worst character rankings. Content Warnings:Please take care of yourself. We talk about the following in this podcast: Domestic AbuseRapeSexual AssaultSexual HarassmentTransphobiaHomophobiaTorturePhysical AbuseEmotional AbuseGore & ViolenceMisogynySexismChild AbuseDeathRacismDeadnamingSuicideSuicidal Thoughts/IdeationYou can support our project by donating here.If you'd like to join our discord server, you can do so here. Find us on Instagram at @queensoffantasypod. Please also consider checking out our sister podcast, The Book Jar Pod. If you'd like to find a specific Queen online, please see:Taylor: Personal Instagram | StoryGraphMarissa: Personal Instagram | The Book Jar Pod | StoryGraph | Crowned HeathensAlix: Personal Instagram | StoryGraphBackground music via https://www.FesliyanStuTimestamps:00:00 The Creation of Éa0:37 Intro3:57 Short Summary8:13 Start of In-Depth Analysis 14:10 Wait, How Many People Know Ged's Name?1:06:12 STOP. KISSING. EYES.1:30:18 Game Time : Sailing Playlist1:45:57 MVP & LVP1:47:12 Homework1:47:38 Outro & Socials1:49:23 Bloopers

In today's Read On we hear from Andrew O'Hagan after his keynote address on humour, sponsored by RNIB Connect Radio, and discuss his book Caledonian Road which is set to become a recurring series on Netflix.  Former News at Ten host John Suchet goes In Search of Beethoven in his latest book about the composer, plus in the sprit of Boswell we find some new biography and memoir in the RNIB Library. 

It's time to escape the Tombs of Atuan... and not a moment too soon. Queens Tay and Marissa watch the darkness as our two characters navigate the underground. Queen Marissa wonders whether Sparrowhawk is speaking metaphorically or literally, Queen Tay has science questions she needs answered, and they both wish they could hug our main characters. Dim your lights and join us as we finish traversing in the dark, closing out the final chapter of The Tombs of Atuan by Ursula Le Guin, book two of the Earthsea Series.The Queens wrap up this episode with their book reviews, followed by a classic Queens of Fantasy game of "It's Giving." They end it off by giving their best and worst character rankings.Content Warnings:Please take care of yourself. We talk about the following in this podcast: Domestic AbuseRapeSexual AssaultSexual HarassmentTransphobiaHomophobiaTorturePhysical AbuseEmotional AbuseGore & ViolenceMisogynySexismChild AbuseDeathRacismDeadnamingSuicideSuicidal Thoughts/IdeationYou can support our project by donating here.If you'd like to join our discord server, you can do so here. Find us on Instagram at @queensoffantasypod. Please also consider checking out our sister podcast, The Book Jar Pod. If you'd like to find a specific Queen online, please see:Taylor: Personal Instagram | StoryGraphMarissa: Personal Instagram | The Book Jar Pod | StoryGraph | Crowned HeathensAlix: Personal Instagram | StoryGraphBackground music via https://www.FesliyanStuTimestamps:00:00 The Creation of Éa0:40 Intro3:27 Short Summary4:10 Start of In-Depth Analysis19:44 Dragon... Or Bird?38:03 All About That Ring1:02:07 Literally Holding the Roof Over Their Heads1:26:07 A Note on the Afterwards1:50:37 Book Reviews2:01:52 Game Time: It's Giving2:09:42 MVP / LVP2:15:05 Outro & Socials2:16:53 Bloopers

In today's edition of Read On, we're once again on location at Dumfries House at this year's Boswell Book Festival. Robert Kirkwood chats to Wayne Sleep OBE about his book, Just Different, artist Juano Diaz tells us about Slum Boy, his heart-breaking memoir that he insisted be available in audio and comedian Dom Joly becomes The Conspiracy Tourist and asks if Finland really exists.  We step away from the festival for some book recommendations from author Clare Furniss and find new memoir and biography in the RNIB Library.

In today's edition of Read On, we're on location at Dumfries House at this year's Boswell Book Festival. Robert Kirkwood chats to Hollywood Icon Rupert Everett about his book, The American No, Buddhist monk, meditation teacher and author Gelong Thubten tells us about his Handbook for Hard Times and comedian Helen Lederer tells us about her memoir, Not That I'm Bitter. Plus in the spirit of the festival we find some new biographies in the RNIB Library.

The Queens crack open the second book of the Earthsea Cycle and are introduced to a new set of characters on a new island. As we explore our new setting, Queen Marissa is intrigued by rituals and disturbed by a father's love or lack there of. Queen Tay wants clarification on the structure of a particular item and both Queens have the same incorrect mental image of the Undertomb. Don't let go of the wall as we navigate The Tombs of Atuan by Ursula Le Guin, book two of the Earthsea Series.The Queens wrap up this episode with a game of Build-a-Labyrinth where Tay and Marissa describe what their personal labyrinths would be like, before giving their best and worst character rankings.Content Warnings:Please take care of yourself. We talk about the following in this podcast: Domestic AbuseRapeSexual AssaultSexual HarassmentTransphobiaHomophobiaTorturePhysical AbuseEmotional AbuseGore & ViolenceMisogynySexismChild AbuseDeathRacismDeadnamingSuicideSuicidal Thoughts/IdeationYou can support our project by donating here.If you'd like to join our discord server, you can do so here. Find us on Instagram at @queensoffantasypod. Please also consider checking out our sister podcast, The Book Jar Pod. If you'd like to find a specific Queen online, please see:Taylor: Personal Instagram | StoryGraphMarissa: Personal Instagram | The Book Jar Pod | StoryGraph | Crowned HeathensAlix: Personal Instagram | StoryGraphBackground music via https://www.FesliyanStuTimestamps:00:00 The Creation of Éa0:37 Intro2:09 Short Summary3:44 Start of In-Depth Analysis9:49 Off With Her Head?49:02 Ring = Amulet1:30:12 Homework1:30:20 Game Time : Build-a-Labyrinth1:43:11 MVP / LVP1:47:18 Outro & Socials1:49:03 Bloopers

One book down, five more to go! In this episode, your fave Queens finish off A Wizard of Earthsea, the first installment in the  Earthsea Cycle Series. Expect discussions on why a gull is not the ideal escape bird, the description neither Queen will forgive Le Guin for forcing us to read, and our continual wonder on how Ged becomes a proficient (let alone, remarkable?) wizard. Queen Tay bonds with Ged over his desire to see the whales and Queen Marissa talks about the hidden meaning behind herbs, flowers, trees, and other plants. Come aboard Lookfar, and join your Queens as we finish book one A Wizard of Earthsea by Ursula Le Guin, book one of the Earthsea Series.This episode includes a returning favourtie game, What's the Vibe? We also complete our first book review in Earthsea, as well as reveal our Most Valuable and Least Valuable character rankings.Content Warnings:Please take care of yourself. We talk about the following in this podcast: Animal/Pet DeathDomestic AbuseRapeSexual AssaultSexual HarassmentPhysical AbuseEmotional AbuseGore & ViolenceMisogynySexismChild AbuseDeathRacismYou can support our project by donating here.If you'd like to join our discord server, you can do so here. Find us on Instagram at @queensoffantasypod. Please also consider checking out our sister podcast, The Book Jar Pod. If you'd like to find a specific Queen online, please see:Taylor: Personal Instagram | StoryGraphMarissa: Personal Instagram | The Book Jar Pod | StoryGraph | Crowned HeathensAlix: Personal Instagram | StoryGraphBackground music via https://www.FesliyanStuTimestamps:00:00 The Creation of Éa0:39 Intro5:51 Short Summary6:18 Start of In-Depth Analysis 33:33 Master, I Go Hunting1:14:31 The Afterwards1:34:22 Book Reviews1:49:46 Game Time: What's the Vibe?1:58:32 MVP / LVP2:00:19 Reading Homework2:01:48 Outro & Socials2:03:25 Bloopers

Hello and welcome to the second season of the Queens of Fantasy podcast! We dive in to Ursula Le Guin's world of Earthsea, with Queen Tay challenging characters to summon her spirit and see what happens, throwing out some theories as we go. Queen Marissa has to watch her tongue for spoilers for the moment, but shares in Tay's feelings about how Ged greets the dragons. Queen Al is with us in spirit, and will come for you if you use our true names against us. Grab your wizard's staff and embark on the Queens next journey, A Wizard of Earthsea by Ursula Le Guin, book one of the Earthsea Series.This episode includes the Name Game, and the Queens first Most Valuable and Least Valuable character rankings Content Warnings:Please take care of yourself. We talk about the following in this podcast: Domestic AbuseRapeSexual AssaultSexual HarassmentTransphobiaHomophobiaTorturePhysical AbuseEmotional AbuseGore & ViolenceMisogynySexismChild AbuseDeathRacismDeadnamingSuicideSuicidal Thoughts/IdeationYou can support our project by donating here.If you'd like to join our discord server, you can do so here. Find us on Instagram at @queensoffantasypod. Please also consider checking out our sister podcast, The Book Jar Pod. If you'd like to find a specific Queen online, please see:Taylor: Personal Instagram | StoryGraphMarissa: Personal Instagram | The Book Jar Pod | StoryGraph | Crowned HeathensAlix: Personal Instagram | StoryGraphBackground music via https://www.FesliyanStuTimestamps:00:00 The Creation of Éa0:37 Intro4:04 Short Summary5:20 Start of In-Depth Analysis 37:11 Don't Worry, I'll Summon a Woman Spirit51:48 Man Meets Dragon56:41 Theories by Tay 1:11:52 Homework1:13:22 More Theories by Tay 1:14:01 Game Time : The Name Game 1:25:37 MVP / LVP1:30:04 Outro & Socials1:31:57 Bloopers

Today on Read On we're continuing our interviews with authors on the shortlist for the Carnegie Medal for Writing. This week Kelly McCaughrain on Little Bang and Matt Goodfellow on The Final Year, plus we find some new audiobooks out now and available from RNIB Library.

Your Queens welcome you back to court to pay your fealty as they embark on their next adventure! Listen along as Queens Marissa and Tay get a lay of the land for their next book series, The Earthsea Cycle. They start by discussing the author, Ursula Le Guin, including her many, many, many accomplishments, as well as the basics of the world of Earthsea.Your Queens also give you your first homework: read Chapters 1-6 of A Wizard of Earthsea by Ursula Le Guin, book one of the Earthsea Series.You can support our project by donating here.If you'd like to join our discord server, you can do so here. Find us on Instagram at @queensoffantasypod. Please also consider checking out our sister podcast, The Book Jar Pod. If you'd like to find a specific Queen online, please see:Taylor: Personal Instagram | StoryGraphMarissa: Personal Instagram | The Book Jar Pod | StoryGraph | Crowned HeathensAlix: Personal Instagram | StoryGraphTimestamps:00:00 The Creation of Éa0:39 Intro2:00 Our Background on Le Guin4:04 Le Guin's Bio21:57 Let's Talk About Earthsea!48:36 Homework Time!50:29 Outro & Socials52:02 Bloopers 

fWotD Episode 2931: Marie Sophie Hingst Welcome to Featured Wiki of the Day, your daily dose of knowledge from Wikipedia's finest articles.The featured article for Wednesday, 14 May 2025, is Marie Sophie Hingst.Marie Sophie Hingst (20 October 1987 – 17 July 2019) was a German historian and blogger who falsely claimed to be descended from Holocaust survivors. Born in Wittenberg to a Protestant family, she fabricated a Jewish background and sent documentation for 22 misrepresented or non-existent relatives, who she claimed were Holocaust victims, to the official Holocaust memorial Yad Vashem. Hingst maintained the blog Read On, My Dear, Read On, writing about her supposed Jewish background and identity, along with her experiences as a German expatriate in Ireland, where she moved in 2013. The blog received hundreds of thousands of views, and she was awarded "Blogger of the Year" in 2017 by Die Goldenen Blogger (The Golden Bloggers).Throughout her life, Hingst falsified much of her background, connections, and achievements. She claimed a background in sex education, having purportedly founded a hospital in New Delhi and worked in sex education outreach to refugees in Germany. Hingst used her fraudulent credentials to gain awards and recognition; alongside her "Blogger of the Year" recognition, she wrote for the German newspaper Die Zeit, was one of the winners of the 2017 Financial Times Future of Europe project, and held positions of prestige in Jewish communities across Europe. In June 2019, the Der Spiegel journalist Martin Doerry exposed Hingst's claims as false with the assistance of a team of historians and archivists. She was castigated in the German media, leading to the destruction of her reputation.Hingst committed suicide on 17 July 2019 at the age of 31. Her fraud and death attracted attention across Europe. German and Irish coverage of Hingst differed: German coverage focused on the extreme sensitivity of the subject she had lied about and how she should have been stopped earlier; Irish coverage focused on her mental health and accused Doerry of ignoring her vulnerability. She was compared to other women who had been uncovered as misrepresenting their backgrounds, such as Anna Sorokin and Rachel Dolezal. The particular similarity between Hingst and Dolezal, as people who claimed to have faced ethnic discrimination, sparked discussion of the role of identity politics in such claims.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 02:14 UTC on Wednesday, 14 May 2025.For the full current version of the article, see Marie Sophie Hingst on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm neural Jasmine.

On this week's Read On, Robert Kirkwood chats to Celia Silvani about her debut novel Baby Teeth, a cautionary tale about how vulnerable, isolated people can be lured into toxic communities and the catastrophic consequences this can have.  Trigger Warning: This interview contains discussions and references to pregnancy and infertility. There is also a scene of pregnancy loss in the book.

This week on Read On a captivating chat with Beth O'Brien, visually impaired author of new HarperCollins Children's Book 'Wolf Siren', which also has a visually impaired narrator. Beth talks about her writing, watching the narration process and her passion project, 'Disabled Tales.'

The Queens finish their very first side quest by completing Light from Uncommon Stars by Ryka Aoki! In the finale of this chaotic alien-demon-violin-donut-shop novel, your favourite Queens learn new facts about koi fish, converse about the technological limits of toad-faced demons, and discover what it means to be comfortable in one's own skin. Queen Tay is shocked at a teenager's night on the town, Queen Alix judges, just a bit, an alien mother, and Queen Marissa shares all her newest favourite quotes, as we see the twists and turns of this truly chaotic story come to their conclusion. Or, in other words, join your favourite Queens on this side quest as they read Chapter 19 to the end of Light from Uncommon Stars.At the end of the podcast, your Queens shout out their fave and least fave characters. They also play a brand new game called Your Alien Cover Shop, where they create their (you guessed it!) own alien cover shops.Content Warnings:Please take care of yourself. We talk about the following in this podcast: Domestic AbuseRapeSexual AssaultSexual HarassmentTransphobiaHomophobiaTorturePhysical AbuseEmotional AbuseGore & ViolenceMisogynySexismChild AbuseDeathRacismDeadnamingSuicideSuicidal Thoughts/IdeationYou can support our project by donating here.If you'd like to join our Discord server, you can do so here. Find us on Instagram at @queensoffantasypod. Please also consider checking out our sister podcast, The Book Jar Pod. If you'd like to find a specific Queen online, please see:Alix: Personal Instagram | StoryGraphTaylor: Personal Instagram | StoryGraphMarissa: Personal Instagram | The Book Jar Pod | StoryGraph | Crowned HeathensBackground music via https://www.FesliyanStuTimestamps00:00 Excerpt from the Novel0:45 Intro2:50 Short Summary3:18 Start of In-Depth Analysis3:28 CW: Self-Harm, Suicidal Thoughts, Sexual Assault, Homophobia, Child Abuse8:33 Breadsticks and the Endplague12:07 CW: Homophobia, Transphobia24:52 No More Yo Mama Jokes40:15 CW: Abuse, Homophobia, Miscarriage, StillbirthThe Bartok Madness1:25:12 Canada Geese?1:27:53 CW: Transphobia, Abuse, Deadnaming1:29:19 CW: SA, Sexual Harassment, Transphobia1:52:26 Book Reviews!2:19:33 A Game: Your Alien Cover Shop!2:29:23 Fave and Least Fave Characters2:31:07 Outro & Socials2:33:28 Bloopers

This week in Read On, author Nydia Hetherington tells us how living with a chronic yet hidden illness inspired her to write the untold story of Shakespeare's witch, Sycorax and also her debut novel, A Girl Made of Air. She also tells us how many spoons it took to narrate the audio version herself.  

The Queens embark on their very first side quest! In this episode, we're reading Light from Uncommon Stars by Ryka Aoki. We're also finding out everything we ever wanted to know about violins, devils, aliens, and donut shops in California. As we follow the twists and turns of this truly chaotic story, expect Queen Marissa to nerd out about violins, Queen Tay discuss an impactful moment, and Queen Alix fall deeply in love with aliens. In other words, join your favourite Queens on this side quest as they read Chapter 1 to the end of Chapter 18 of Light from Uncommon Stars.At the end of the podcast, your Queens shoutout their fave and least fave characters. They also play a brand new game called Souls for Sale.Content Warnings:Please take care of yourself. We talk about the following in this podcast: Domestic AbuseRapeSexual AssaultConfinementTorturePhysical AbuseEmotional AbuseGore & ViolenceMisogynySexismDomestic AbuseDeath SuicideSuicidal Thoughts/IdeationYou can support our project by donating here.If you'd like to join our discord server, you can do so here. Find us on Instagram at @queensoffantasypod. Please also consider checking out our sister podcast, The Book Jar Pod. If you'd like to find a specific Queen online, please see:Alix: Personal Instagram | StoryGraphTaylor: Personal Instagram | StoryGraphMarissa: Personal Instagram | The Book Jar Pod | StoryGraph | Crowned HeathensBackground music via https://www.FesliyanStuTimestamps00:00 Excerpt from the Novel0:43 Intro2:35 About the Author5:08 Chapters in the Episode5:20 Synopsis6:30 Content Warnings11:58 Short Summary25:02 DO NOT FEED DUCKS DONUTS (or bread)27:21 The Use of Slurs in Fiction33:31 CW : SA & Rape36:13 CW : Abuse, SA & Suicide 45:02 Lan's True Form1:12:52 CW : Transphobia1:35:12 CW : Suicide, Violence & Murder1:46:59 A Moment for Theories and Concerns1:51:48 Game Time : Souls for Sale1:59:58 MVP and LVP2:03:46 Homework2:04:03 Outro & Socials2:06:20 Bloopers

Your favourite Queens have a new project: Side Quests. Side Quests are small excursions from our main series and include standalone novels as well as duologies. In this episode, you'll learn all about our upcoming Side Quests, including how to participate and where to learn more!You can support our project by donating here.If you'd like to join our discord server, you can do so here. Find us on Instagram at @queensoffantasypod. Please also consider checking out our sister podcast, The Book Jar Pod. If you'd like to find a specific Queen online, please see:Alix: Personal Instagram | StoryGraphTaylor: Personal Instagram | StoryGraphMarissa: Personal Instagram | The Book Jar Pod | StoryGraph | Crowned HeathensBackground music via https://www.FesliyanStuTimestamps00:00 Intro3:36 All About Those Side Quests13:00 Outro & Socials14:58 Bloopers

In today's Read On we enter the world of DC Ffion Morgan and DS Leo Brady with author Clare Mackintosh with the release of the third book in the series, Other People's Houses. We also listen back to earlier books from Clare and find some brand new books in the Talking Books library.

We're loved up this Valentines Day on Read On. In Penguin Books 90th year, Robert Kirkwood chats to author Joanna Toye about the second book in the heart-warming, romantic, and uplifting world war two series about community, friendship and books, A New Chapter at the Little Penguin Bookshop. And as this show is going out on Valentine's Day we find some new romance in the RNIB Library.

This week on Read On, Robert Kirkwood chats to Rachel Kushner about her book Creation Lake, which is a taut, dazzling story of espionage and intrigue and beneath lies a tale of a woman caught in the crossfire between the past and the future. Thanks to The Booker Foundation it's available to borrow from RNIB in both audio and Braille. Plus we find some new audiobooks out now and also in the RNIB Library.

Another cycle of the Wheel of Time has come and gone and, like the Wheel of Time, we offer an ending. Listen along as your Queens of Fantasy wrap up all their very final thoughts on the whole series. Queen Marissa has one last feminist rant for you to enjoy, Queen Tay enjoys one final look over all her theories, and Queen Al enjoys talking about the entire series without worrying about spoilers. Your Queens also answer questions from listeners and deliver their final speeches on the Wheel of Time. So, enjoy our final episode of The Wheel of Time by Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson.If you're looking for Marissa's essay, please stay tuned, as it is not currently online.If you're looking for the Theory spreadsheet, you can find that here.Content Warnings:Please take care of yourself. We talk about the following in this podcast: Domestic AbuseRapeSexual AssaultConfinementTorturePhysical AbuseEmotional AbuseGore & ViolenceMisogynySexismDomestic AbuseDeath SuicideSuicidal Thoughts/IdeationExpect spoilers for the first fourteen novels in the series, including the prequel: A Memory of Light, Towers of Midnight, The Gathering Storm, Knife of Dreams, New Spring, Crossroads of Twilight, Winter's Heart, The Path of Daggers, A Crown of Swords, Lord of Chaos, The Fires of Heaven, The Shadow Rising, The Dragon Reborn, The Great Hunt, and The Eye of the World.To see our book reviews and other blog posts, check out the Queens of Fantasy SubstackYou can support our project by donating here.If you'd like to join our discord server, you can do so here. Find us on Instagram at @queensoffantasypod. Please also consider checking out our sister podcast, The Book Jar Pod. If you'd like to find a specific Queen online, please see:Alix: Personal Instagram | StoryGraphTaylor: Personal Instagram | StoryGraphMarissa: Personal Instagram | The Book Jar Pod | StoryGraph | Crowned HeathensBackground music via https://www.FesliyanStuTimestamps00:00 The Wheel of Time Turns...0:45 Intro2:28 The Final Theories57:28 Q/A From Listeners1:40:01 Feminism & The Wheel of Time Series 2:04:32 CW: Rape, SA, SV, and Sexual Content Descriptions2:36:45 The WoT Award Show 2.02:47:15 Final, Final, Final Thoughts2:52:46 Outro & Socials

Welcome to the Wheel of Time Series Finale! If you're here, you've listened or read along with us on this long journey and have finally reached the end. In this episode Queens Marissa and Tay go over their full series reviews and and full series character rankings, Queen Tay is exasperated by some unanswered questions, Queen Marissa provides some interesting stats and Queen Al reminds us how hard it was for her to keep a straight face and not spoil anything. We hope you feel accomplished for getting here, and enjoy the Series Finale of The Wheel of Time by Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson.If you have any questions about the Wheel of Time or the podcast, we will be answering those questions in our Season Finale episode. Questions must be in by January 9, 2025 in order to make it into the episode. Please send questions to the Queens of Fantasy Discord or Instagram, links below. Content Warnings:Please take care of yourself. We talk about the following in this podcast: Domestic AbuseRapeSexual AssaultConfinementTorturePhysical AbuseEmotional AbuseGore & ViolenceMisogynySexismDomestic AbuseDeath SuicideSuicidal Thoughts/IdeationExpect spoilers for the first fourteen novels in the series, including the prequel: A Memory of Light, Towers of Midnight, The Gathering Storm, Knife of Dreams, New Spring, Crossroads of Twilight, Winter's Heart, The Path of Daggers, A Crown of Swords, Lord of Chaos, The Fires of Heaven, The Shadow Rising, The Dragon Reborn, The Great Hunt, and The Eye of the World.Our next episode will come out on January 22 , 2025. No required reading for the next episode!To see our book reviews and other blog posts, check out the Queens of Fantasy SubstackYou can support our project by donating here.If you'd like to join our discord server, you can do so here. Find us on Instagram at @queensoffantasypod. Please also consider checking out our sister podcast, The Book Jar Pod. If you'd like to find a specific Queen online, please see:Alix: Personal Instagram | StoryGraphTaylor: Personal Instagram | StoryGraphMarissa: Personal Instagram | The Book Jar Pod | StoryGraph | Crowned HeathensBackground music via https://www.FesliyanStuTimestamps00:00 The Wheel of Time Turns...1:23 Intro4:57 Series Review24:00 Series Classification 25:16 Do We Recommend?30:59 Official Series Rating52:51 Full Series Character Rankings1:06:52 Unanswered Questions1:33:18 Some Series Stats1:43:22 Queen Al Gets to Talk1:49:05 Homework1:49:46 Outro & Socials1:52:03 Bloopers

The Wheel of Time turns, and so has the final page of this series for your Queens. In this episode, Queens Tay and Marissa finally become fully-fledged Aes Sedai as they read the last words in this epic fantasy series. Queen Marissa shares secret lore about the magical city of Toronto, Queen Tay refuses to believe that a character's death is a non-death, and Queen Al finally breathes a sigh of relief because she no longer has to worry about spoiling anything. The Queens sentence Loial to better journalism classes, Perrin and Faile to different fates, and swoon over our favourite warder one last time. Prepare for your favourite Queens to finally talk about Chapter 38 to the end of Book Fourteen of The Wheel of Time, A Memory of Light by Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson.Newly appointed Aes Sedais, Queens Tay and Marissa share their reviews of this final instalment. The Queens then transport you to a special game: The WoT Awards As Presented By The Queens of Fantasy Podcast. In this game, your Queens award characters with the highest and the lowest of honours that they can think of. To cap it all off, Queens Tay and Marissa discuss their character rankings.Take our quiz here. Follow along with our Awards Show here.Content Warnings:Please take care of yourself. We talk about the following in this podcast: Domestic AbuseRapeSexual AssaultConfinementTorturePhysical AbuseEmotional AbuseGore & ViolenceMisogynySexismDomestic AbuseDeath SuicideSuicidal Thoughts/IdeationExpect spoilers for the first twelve novels in the series, including the prequel: A Memory of Light, Towers of Midnight, The Gathering Storm, Knife of Dreams, New Spring, Crossroads of Twilight, Winter's Heart, The Path of Daggers, A Crown of Swords, Lord of Chaos, The Fires of Heaven, The Shadow Rising, The Dragon Reborn, The Great Hunt, and The Eye of the World.Our next episode will come out on January 6, 2025. No required reading for the next episode!You can support our project by donating here.If you'd like to join our discord server, you can do so here. Find us on Instagram at @queensoffantasypod. Please also consider checking out our sister podcast, The Book Jar Pod. If you'd like to find a specific Queen online, please see:Alix: Personal Instagram | StoryGraphTaylor: Personal Instagram | StoryGraphMarissa: Personal Instagram | The Book Jar Pod | StoryGraph | Crowned HeathensBackground music via https://www.FesliyanStuTimestamps00:00 The Wheel of Time Turns...0:55 Intro1:20 Post-Reading Emotions7:14 Start of In-Depth Analysis22:06 Whatever THAT Means49:59 Toronto City Lore1:04:28 Brando-Sando Writing 1011:39:39 The Non-Choice Choice1:57:42 Lanfear's "Death"2:27:04 You Tell the Father!2:42:44 That's It. That's All.2:45:30 Book Reviews3:01:28 Game: WoT Awards By The QoF Pod3:48:35 Character Rankings4:07:22 Outro & Socials4:09:53 Bloopers

The Last Battle has finally come! ⚔️ In a chapter containing 200+ pages, the Queens finally get to read the infamous chapter in Wheel of Time Lore. All three Queens rail against Gawyn's terrible decision-making, while Queen Marissa sits in suspense over her second favourite character. Queen Tay watches each character death with excitement, until one character takes it too far. And Queen Alix starts to sigh in relief, as the end of her secret-keeping journey is fast approaching. Expect blood, sweat, and maybe even a few tears in this penultimate close reading of the Wheel of Time where your favourite Queens read one chapter: Chapter 37 (The Last Battle) of Book Fourteen of The Wheel of Time, A Memory of Light by Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson.The Queens finish this extra-long episode with two returning guests: Matt Detto and Matt Sacco (call him Sacco). We revisit a fan favourite game, "Are You Matt Enough?" and quiz our expert Matts on the adventures of Matrim Cauthon. Beforehand, Queens Tay and Marissa discuss their character rankings. And Queen Al gives her final homework reading assignment: finish the Wheel of Time series.Buckle up, fellow adventurers. This one is a long ride!Content Warnings:Please take care of yourself. We talk about the following in this podcast: StrangulationDomestic AbuseRapeSexual AssaultConfinementTorturePhysical AbuseEmotional AbuseGore & ViolenceMisogynySexismDomestic AbuseDeathDisordered EatingFatphobiaExpect spoilers for the first twelve novels in the series, including the prequel: A Memory of Light, Towers of Midnight, The Gathering Storm, Knife of Dreams, New Spring, Crossroads of Twilight, Winter's Heart, The Path of Daggers, A Crown of Swords, Lord of Chaos, The Fires of Heaven, The Shadow Rising, The Dragon Reborn, The Great Hunt, and The Eye of the World.For those reading along with us, our next episode will come out on December 29, 2024, and will cover Chapters 38 to the end of the novel, A Memory of Light, the fourteenth instalment in Robert Jordan's The Wheel of Time series, co-authored by Brandon Sanderson.You can support our project by donating here.If you'd like to join our discord server, you can do so here. Find us on Instagram at @queensoffantasypod. Please also consider checking out our sister podcast, The Book Jar Pod. If you'd like to find a specific Queen online, please see:Alix: Personal Instagram | StoryGraphTaylor: Personal Instagram | StoryGraphMarissa: Personal Instagram | The Book Jar Pod | StoryGraph | Crowned HeathensBackground music via https://www.FesliyanStuTimestamps00:00 The Wheel of Time Turns...00:54 Intro2:46 The Last Battle Reading Stats8:33 Short Summary46:57 And You Love It1:23:01 I'mma Take A Nap1:55:05 Galad: A Femininomenon2:16:49 I'll Make A Fool Out Of You2:40:56 Time For My Musical Number2:53:33 And YOU Get A Heron-Marked Blade3:09:29 Demandred VS Damodred3:44:37 Smart, Good, Beautiful, Fantastic Horses3:55:19 CW: Rape, SA, Body Horror, Gore, Violence4:18:33 The King of Malkier Or Our Hearts?4:24:55 Your Homework: Finish the Series4:29:17 Character Rankings4:50:55 Game: Are You (Still) Mat(t) Enough?5:58:51 Outro & Socials6:01:47 Bloopers

The Last Battle is rapidly approaching, and our Queens are here for the build-up. As they barrel towards a battle to end them all, the Queens become increasingly concerned about the constantly shortening length of Nynaeve's hair. They debate whether or not they can take the Dark One seriously and Queen Tay wishes a different verb was used to describe a specific scene with Rand and the Dark One. Perrin continues to irk them all and the Queens beg Mat to be better than his wife. And, of course, Queens Marissa and Tay finally find Demandred -- and they are not particularly pleased. Mistakes are made, battle plans are changed, and the Trollocs head towards the Fields of Merrilor. So, don't miss out as your Queens discuss Chapter 22 to the end of Chapter 36 of Book Fourteen of The Wheel of Time, A Memory of Light by Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson.The Queens finish this episode with a game called, "Sun, Moon, Rising: Character Edition." The Queens decide each other's Zodiac Signs, but if the Zodiac Signs were Randland characters. We follow up this game with the usual character rankings by Queens Marissa and Tay. And Queen Al gives her the easiest homework yet: reading one chapter.Content Warnings:Please take care of yourself. We talk about the following in this podcast: StrangulationDomestic AbuseRapeSexual AssaultConfinementTorturePhysical AbuseEmotional AbuseGore & ViolenceMisogynySexismDomestic AbuseDeathDisordered EatingFatphobiaExpect spoilers for the first twelve novels in the series, including the prequel: A Memory of Light, Towers of Midnight, The Gathering Storm, Knife of Dreams, New Spring, Crossroads of Twilight, Winter's Heart, The Path of Daggers, A Crown of Swords, Lord of Chaos, The Fires of Heaven, The Shadow Rising, The Dragon Reborn, The Great Hunt, and The Eye of the World.For those reading along with us, our next episode will come out on December 22, 2024, and will cover Chapter 37, The Last Battle, of A Memory of Light, the fourteenth instalment in Robert Jordan's The Wheel of Time series, co-authored by Brandon Sanderson.You can support our project by donating here.If you'd like to join our discord server, you can do so here. Find us on Instagram at @queensoffantasypod. Please also consider checking out our sister podcast, The Book Jar Pod. If you'd like to find a specific Queen online, please see:Alix: Personal Instagram | StoryGraphTaylor: Personal Instagram | StoryGraphMarissa: Personal Instagram | The Book Jar Pod | StoryGraph | Crowned HeathensBackground music via https://www.FesliyanStuTimestamps00:00 The Wheel of Time Turns...0:53 Intro04:34 Short Summary6:49 Start of In-Depth Analysis28:06 What Are the Rules?31:47 CW: Sexual Assault, Rape37:44 Nynaeve's Hair1:03:47 Guard or Bard1:24:47 Min, Meet Tuon!2:01:52 CW: Suicide, Suicidal Thoughts/Ideation2:05:25 The Ituralde Fan Club2:36:54 The Dark One Is A Cat3:06:11 Next CHAPTER to Read3:10:51 Game: Sun, Moon, Rising Characters3:36:59 Character Rankings3:54:10 Outro & Socials

The Queens are rapidly approaching the end of The Wheel of Time – and, in this section, we can see the end barrelling at us. All three Queens aim their pitchforks at Gawyn, who is acting particularly silly in this segment. Queen Al attempts to hold her spoilers for the rest of the series, while Queen Tay tries to understand why our army generals are suddenly making mistakes. Queen Marissa, in turn, is scared and alone, checking under every bed and in every closet for where Demandred could possibly be hiding. Armies are moved, Aes Sedai are attacked, and the Last Battle looms ever closer as your Queens discuss Chapter 9 to the end of Chapter 21 of Book Fourteen of The Wheel of Time, A Memory of Light by Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson.The Queens finish this episode with a game called, "DND Character Sheets." In this game, we create character sheets for all the most important characters in the series – and we certainly don't forget Rand in this process. We follow up this game with the usual character rankings by Queens Marissa and Tay.Content Warnings:Please take care of yourself. We talk about the following in this podcast: StrangulationDomestic AbuseRapeSexual AssaultConfinementTorturePhysical AbuseEmotional AbuseGore & ViolenceMisogynySexismDomestic AbuseDeathDisordered EatingFatphobiaExpect spoilers for the first twelve novels in the series, including the prequel: A Memory of Light, Towers of Midnight, The Gathering Storm, Knife of Dreams, New Spring, Crossroads of Twilight, Winter's Heart, The Path of Daggers, A Crown of Swords, Lord of Chaos, The Fires of Heaven, The Shadow Rising, The Dragon Reborn, The Great Hunt, and The Eye of the World.For those reading along with us, our next episode will come out on December 15, 2024, and will cover chapter 22 to the end of chapter 36, A Memory of Light, the fourteenth instalment in Robert Jordan's The Wheel of Time series, co-authored by Brandon Sanderson.You can support our project by donating here.If you'd like to join our discord server, you can do so here. Find us on Instagram at @queensoffantasypod. Please also consider checking out our sister podcast, The Book Jar Pod. If you'd like to find a specific Queen online, please see:Alix: Personal Instagram | StoryGraphTaylor: Personal Instagram | StoryGraphMarissa: Personal Instagram | The Book Jar Pod | StoryGraph | Crowned HeathensBackground music via https://www.FesliyanStuTimestamps00:00 The Wheel of Time Turns...0:57 Intro5:23 Start of In-Depth Analysis7:06 And You Get A War-Time Wedding!52:54 Play Video Games, Children1:13:44 The King of Free Will1:27:30 Teacher Marissa1:45:11 A Terrible Treaty2:12:43 Scared and Lost and Alone2:38:19 Pevara: Not Like Other Aes Sedai2:47:26 Next Section to Read2:48:18 Game: DnD Character Sheets3:22:40 Character Rankings3:37:04 Outro & Socials3:39:09 Bloopers

For the last time, the Queens begin a new Wheel of Time book. In this beginning of the end, the Queens rage over theories that should have been right, decide they don't love the legendary shower and might end up defending some female Forsaken. Queens Al and Marissa give us a biology lesson on twins, and Queen Tay cries over Caemlyn's horses and brings out her map. Prophecies are unpacked while Queen Al tries to ignore her co-hosts in the name of spoiler safety. So, gather your armies and meet the Queens to discuss the Prologue to the end of Chapter 8 of Book Fourteen of The Wheel of Time, A Memory of Light by Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson.The Queens finish off this episode with a game of Who Would Do What Chore? where we contemplate which household tasks our favourite characters would take on. We follow up this game with the usual character rankings by Queens Marissa and Tay.Content Warnings:Please take care of yourself. We talk about the following in this podcast: StrangulationDomestic AbuseRapeSexual AssaultConfinementTorturePhysical AbuseEmotional AbuseGore & ViolenceMisogynySexismDomestic AbuseDeathDisordered EatingFatphobiaExpect spoilers for the first twelve novels in the series, including the prequel: A Memory of Light, Towers of Midnight, The Gathering Storm, Knife of Dreams, New Spring, Crossroads of Twilight, Winter's Heart, The Path of Daggers, A Crown of Swords, Lord of Chaos, The Fires of Heaven, The Shadow Rising, The Dragon Reborn, The Great Hunt, and The Eye of the World.For those reading along with us, our next episode will come out on December 8, 2024, and will cover chapter 9 to the end of chapter 21 , A Memory of Light, the fourteenth instalment in Robert Jordan's The Wheel of Time series, co-authored by Brandon Sanderson.If you'd like to join our discord server, you can do so here. Find us on Instagram at @queensoffantasypod. Please also consider checking out our sister podcast, The Book Jar Pod. If you'd like to find a specific Queen online, please see:Alix: Personal Instagram | StoryGraphTaylor: Personal Instagram | StoryGraphMarissa: Personal Instagram | The Book Jar Pod | StoryGraph | Crowned HeathensYou can support our project by donating here.Background music via https://www.FesliyanStuTimestamps00:00 The Wheel of Time Turns..00:55 Intro03:54 Taimandred Mini Rant07:05 Short Summary07:29 Start of In-Depth Analysis37:42 Taimandred01:18:04 Prophecy Dissection 01:28:25 Content Warning : SA01:42:16 End of Content Warning01:54:33 A Conversation on Bonding02:36:56 Tay & Her Map03:13:38 Game of Thrones Spoiler03:30:52 Next Chapters03:32:03 Game Time : Who Would Do The Chore?03:51:55 Character Rankings04:02:11 Outro & Socials04:05:05 Bloopers

Creative Business Transformation involves the weight of the whole business, but it often starts with an individual who leads. For Jane Wakely, Chief Marketing Officer at PepsiCo, turning ideas into meaningful transformation is about moving people. In this episode, we will discuss "On the Cutting Edge" the Deloitte X LIONS report with Maggie Gross, Head of Strategy and Brand at Deloitte, and then look at the practical steps Jane is taking to drive transformation that creates value for everyone involved. Read "On the Cutting Edge" here

Today a long chat with Booker Winner 2024 Samantha Harvey and a listen to her winning book Orbital. We hear about the quirks of living on the ISS, about sleeping in orbit, and closer to home we hear about the importance of accessible reading and that Samantha is currently training a guide dog puppy. All that plus some new books in the RNIB Library on today's Read On. Image is the cover of the book Orbital by Samantha Harvey, which was shortlisted for the Booker Prize in 2024. The design features a cosmic or abstract space-themed illustration with a black background dotted by colorful, cloud-like shapes in blue, orange, white, and green. The design gives an impression of planets or nebulae in space, with Earth visible in the lower left. The title "Orbital" is prominently centred in large, white text, and the author's name appears below in smaller, yellow font. The Penguin Books logo is at the bottom right.

We have spoken to all of the Booker Shortlisted authors here at Read On, many on the days leading up to, or in one case the day of, the award ceremony, far too soon to get them onto a regular episode of the show. So here, ahead of the ceremony tonight, is a supercut of all six interviews featuring Percival Everett, Samantha Harvey, Yael van der Wouden, Charlotte Wood, Rachel Kushner and Anne Michaels.  We'll have all of the interviews, uncut, on future editions of Read On. The image showcases six book covers from the Booker shortlist 2024 James by Percival Everett - The cover features bold typography with a striking orange background. A small illustrated figure appears at the bottom, rowing a boat. Orbital by Samantha Harvey - This cover has a cosmic theme with abstract celestial shapes in vibrant colours against a dark background, resembling planets or bubbles in space. Creation Lake by Rachel Kushner - The cover uses bold, playful typography with red and yellow text. An upside-down black-and-white photograph of a woman wearing sunglasses adds a surreal element. Held by Anne Michaels - The cover is minimalist and grayscale, with the word "Held" repeated multiple times vertically. A small orange dot pattern adds subtle colour. The Safe Keep by Yael Van Der Wouden - This cover depicts an interior scene, looking into a room with an open door, hinting at themes of mystery or domesticity. Stone Yard Devotional by Charlotte Wood - The cover shows a dilapidated room with peeling walls and sunlight filtering in, suggesting an exploration of decay or solitude.

This week on Read On we have three very different authors,  Ariane Bankes discovers her mother's and aunt's correspondence in The Quality of Love: Twin Sisters at the Heart of the Century, Irvine Welsh tells us about the third Ray Lennox book, Resolution, and Elizabeth Oldfield is Tending to the Soul in Turbulent Times in her book, Fully Alive. All that plus some new books (including the new Sally Rooney) in the RNIB Library. The image features elements associated with the Wigtown Book Festival Top Left Corner: The book cover for The Quality of Love: Twin Sisters at the Heart of the Century by Ariane Bankes. The cover has a bright green background with a vintage-style image of two women, likely representing the twin sisters mentioned in the title, facing each other. Top Center: A photograph of Irvine Welsh and Robert Kirkwood. Irvine, on the left, is bald, with a slight smile, dressed casually in a light brown jacket over a striped shirt. Robert, on the right, is taking the selfie, recognizable by his glasses and beard. Bottom Left Corner: The logo for the Wigtown Book Festival, featuring stylized text with a tree sprouting from the letter “W.” Below this is the logo for RNIB Connect Radio Bottom Center: A smiling portrait of Elizabeth Oldfield, who is standing indoors, wearing a black top with a blue and turquoise jacket. Her open, warm smile and relaxed pose convey a friendly, engaging presence. Bottom Right Corner: The book cover for Fully Alive: Tending to the Soul in Turbulent Times by Elizabeth Oldfield. This cover has a circular design with green and yellow rings radiating from the title.

Is the resurrection of Jesus still defensible? What are the strongest naturalistic hypotheses, and what are the best responses? How have alternate theories for the resurrection shifted in the past few years? Dr. Gary Habermas, who has probably studied the historical evidence for the resurrection more than anyone alive, will be releasing Vol 2 of his magnum opus this fall. We give you an in-depth look at his research and analysis related to alternate theories for the resurrection that began in the first century and continue today. READ: On the Resurrection: Alternate Hypotheses, Vol. 2, by Gary Habermas (https://amzn.to/3SZyHaC) WATCH: 50 Years Studying the Resurrection: Magnum Opus by Gary Habermas (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WoSOoqSRPvg) Make sure to subscribe and check out some of my other videos for more on Christianity, Theology and other aspects of culture! *Get a MASTERS IN APOLOGETICS or SCIENCE AND RELIGION at BIOLA (https://bit.ly/3LdNqKf) *USE Discount Code [SMDCERTDISC] for 25% off the BIOLA APOLOGETICS CERTIFICATE program (https://bit.ly/3AzfPFM) *See our fully online UNDERGRAD DEGREE in Bible, Theology, and Apologetics: (https://bit.ly/448STKK) FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Sean_McDowell TikTok: @sean_mcdowell Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seanmcdowell/ Website: https://seanmcdowell.org

A compilation episode today of the times Read On was recorded live on stage in front of an audience. We hear from Booker Shortlisted author Graeme Macrae Burnet, former presenter Red Szell, comedian Juliette Burton and there's an extended interview with actor and writer John Gordon Sinclair.

Today's Read On features three very distinctive voices, Adjoa Andoh on being the voice of the Number 1 Ladies Detective Agency, Derek Jacobi on bringing characters to life off the page and we get a masterclass in narration from Martin Jarvis. All that plus some new books available in audio from RNIB.

Read On this week features Chioma Okereke with her coming of age audio book Water Baby set in the floating slum of Makoko in Lagos. We hear about The Trees: A Novel by Percival Everett and find new books entering the RNIB Library.

TUNE IN TO LEARN:   Book study continues!  “Million Dollar Weekend” by Noah Kagan with a subtitle,  “The surprisingly simple way to launch a 7-figure business in 48 hours”    Before I'll jump into a 48-hour challenge to test drive all the new knowledge - I'm sharing with you insights on:    - How to tweak your idea to make sure it's a profitable opportunity to build your "freedom" business;  - How to verify that your idea will sell before investing a dime into making it (leave alone months and years of making something that won't work).    Let's build millions together!  Up for a challenge to get your first customer to pay you from scratch?     Tune in!  READ ON! 

TUNE IN TO LEARN:Today we have a book study!“Million Dollar Weekend” by Noah Kagan with a subtitle,“The surprisingly simple way to launch a 7-figure business in 48 hours”Isn't that exciting?And before you brush it off as another BS-business book with a lot of complexity and not-doable-for-you system – listen to this podcast. And learn about the BIGGEST mistake all struggling entrepreneurs make, and get hooked on the idea that you too, with the right tools have a real possibility to become a millionaire in a not-so-distant future.Or keep making excuses and doing entrepreneurship the WRONG way aka starting with your IDEA first.Tune in!READ ON!

What is the latest case for the resurrection? After 32,000+ hours studying the resurrection of Jesus, what does Habermas consider the strongest evidence? What is the backstory to his latest 1,100-page volume? And how has Resurrection scholarship shifted in the past 50 years? READ: On the Resurrection: Evidences, by Gary Habermas (https://amzn.to/4aVn1gd) WATCH: The State of Resurrection Research with Mike Licona and Gary Habermas (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OImf99ta89M&t=2s) Make sure to subscribe and check out some of my other videos for more on Christianity, Theology and other aspects of culture! *Get a MASTERS IN APOLOGETICS or SCIENCE AND RELIGION at BIOLA (https://bit.ly/3LdNqKf) *USE Discount Code [SMDCERTDISC] for $100 off the BIOLA APOLOGETICS CERTIFICATE program (https://bit.ly/3AzfPFM) *See our fully online UNDERGRAD DEGREE in Bible, Theology, and Apologetics: (https://bit.ly/448STKK) FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Sean_McDowell TikTok: @sean_mcdowell Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seanmcdowell/ Website: https://seanmcdowell.org

The German Shepherd is a noble, intelligent and intelligent dog. Sadly they have been maligned on different occasions, namely during thee Second World War when Nazi forces used them to commit harmful and sometimes deadly acts on Jews in Concentration Camps. How does this apply to this video? READ ON! The SV (Verein für Deutsche Schäferhunde) is an organization that is designed to advocate for and protect the breed. The SV is a fantastic organization that has done so much for the breed. However, recently they have invited a politician who is at the center of some controversy to be a guest at their big show, the Bundessiegerzuchtschau. Hubert Aiwanger is currently the Deputy Minister President of Bavaria and the Bavarian Minister of Economic affairs, Regional Development and Energy. He is both the faction leader of the Federal Association of Free Voters as well as the Bavarian State Association of Free and Independent Voters. In the last few weeks some controversy surfaced linking him to antisemitic materials that he possessed as a young man. Since this show is purely about the benefit of the dog, I will explain in the podcast that any association that the German Shepherd has to someone possibly linked to extremism can cause a backlash onto the dog. For that reason I ask you to respectfully contact the SV at the email below and ask them to kindly remove Hubert Aiwanger from their event this weekend September 7-10th. I ask you to do this kindly, respectfully, but with intent. This is important for anyone who loves the German Shepherd! link to the SV: https://www.schaeferhunde.de/en/ email the SV: info@schaeferhunde.de Watch this 3 minute video to learn more about the current controversy: https://x.com/dw_politics/status/1697305771195715742?s=48&t=67j2Cm2FE5PYvcJ4PusJQQ Thank you to everyone who cares enough to take the time to take action and speak on behalf of the dogs! Our dogs should never be associated to something that they had no control over and would slight them. They should be loved and protected! #germanshepherd #israel #gsd #germany

Frontiers Radio podcast is back! Here's the video version:This is a Q&A video based on a question from a therapist in Montreal: "When Do You Get Time to Read?" I just wanted to say once again that I really appreciate your newsletter. I look forward to reading it every week. This week, I especially liked the comment on the importance of giving more attention to the conversational nature of psychotherapy in our training. I also liked the quote at the end, "It takes two to know one", which made me appreciate the importance of supervision and co-development groups to understand our clients better. I wanted to ask you a more personal question. When do you take time to read? I am asking this because there are so many interesting articles and books that are on my reading list but somehow I barely manage to make the time to read. I have a 2 year-old boy so that makes it a bit trickier too, but you and other therapists have children too.Thank you for your work, it's inspiring. Admittedly, if you look at the timestamp below, my response stretches a little further than the original question. Timestamp: 00:00 When Do You Get Time to Read? 01:13 The Daily Practical 02:06 Thinking is a monologue; reading is a dialogue 03:32 What Not to Do 05:01 Taking care of our intentions 05:57 Reading strategy 08:08 The 4 Tenets of becoming a Deep Learner 09:41 Developing a Personalised Learning System (PLS) 10:55 The Ignorant Section 11:45 What to Read 14:08 What Format to Read On 16:57 Periods of "No inputs from other minds" 17:33 Summary 18:28 Invitation to your questionsFor previous podcast episodes, click here.Submission of QuestionsQuestions have the power to bring us together, as questions put us on a quest.I would love to hear from you if you would like your questions to be answered in detail. Drop a comment below or email me at info@darylchow.com Thanks for reading Frontiers of Psychotherapist Development. Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.Warm Welcome to New Folks on Frontiers of Psychotherapist Development (FPD)If you are new here, I just want to say a big hello to you and would love to hear from you. Tell me a bit about you and where you are from. Drop me an email info@darylchow.comClick here to see more resources about Frontiers of Psychotherapist Development and Frontiers Friday.Daryl Chow Ph.D. is the author of The First Kiss, co-author of Better Results, and The Write to Recovery, Creating Impact, and the new book The Field Guide to Better Results . This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit darylchow.substack.com

Welcome to Episode 139 of the Being Human Podcast:  Same But Different: Distinctions Between the Brains of Men & Women (A Relationship Series, Part Two) Next up in our Relationship Series: A look at the brain differences between men and women! In this episode, Dr. Greg breaks open how growing in knowledge of the way God designed our bodies and brains - and especially the differences in each between the sexes - can help to enhance communication, deepen love, and strengthen relationships.     Highlights from the episode:  Men and women have small differences in their brains, but the impact of these differences are significant; The radically different ways that men and women think, and how each sex isn't privy to the way the other works;  How brain imaging allows a glimpse into the way the brains of the opposite sex work;  The tendency of men to think spatially and have brains focused on problem solving, while women tend towards connection and attunement to the other in relationships; The difference in how men and women both experience anxiety and attempt to decrease their anxiety;  How recognition of the skills and gifts of the opposite sex can enhance teamwork and communication in relationship;  The way a husband can “fix” the emotional distress of his wife.    Resources mentioned or relevant: Past Being Human episodes on this topic:  Episode #12: Different By Design  Episode #14: Five Qualities of the Feminine Genius  Episode #75: Gender Fluidity or Complementarity? (Part 1 of 4) Episode #99: Diversity, Gender, and Genius of Women, w/ Simone Rizcallah The Female Brain - What's Your Superpower? (1st of a 5-part blog series)  Read On the Masculine Genius, an article by Dr. Greg; Become a member of the Integrated Life Community to get access to every course Dr. Greg has created, including his relationships course, A Marriage Built to Last! Need help? Schedule a free consultation call with someone on our team to discuss how we can support you; Learn about IDDM (Mentorship), our new model of accompaniment; Sign up for Being Human, our weekly newsletter, to stay up to date on the exciting developments at CatholicPsych; Visit our website to read the CatholicPsych blog, shop in the CatholicPsych bookshop, or discover other resources we have available;  Download The Integrated App for access to free audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, courses, prayer resources, and more; Join the waitlist to be notified about our next Open House to learn more about the new CPMAP certification!   Contact us! Have a topic or a question you would like Dr. Greg to address on the podcast? Want to give some feedback about this episode? Email us at beinghuman@catholicpsych.com - we would love to hear from you!   Rate, review, and subscribe Please help us in our mission to integrate the Faith with Psychology by hitting subscribe and also sharing this podcast with your friends. Please consider rating or leaving a review of our show. It helps us reach other Catholics just like you who want to become more integrated, whole, and happy human beings. For Apple podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate 5 stars, and choose “write a review.” Then type your sincere thoughts about the show! If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on any episodes. Subscribe to the podcast now!  

In this episode, literacy consultant Sharon Callen and team explore the hidden power of Reading Journals and their essential role in a teacher's toolkit. These journals offer a unique strategy for building and monitoring students' comprehension while fostering strong relationships and a diverse reading experience.Sharon begins with a brief preamble, setting the stage for the conversation. She then delves into the hidden power of Reading Journals, addressing the common struggles faced by teachers and how these journals can help overcome them. She defines what a Reading Journal is and proceeds to unpack the essential details surrounding its implementation.The importance of prompts in facilitating meaningful journal entries is emphasised. Sharon discusses the usefulness of prompts by Aidan Chambers, David Hornsby and his team, as well as Barrett's Taxonomy in stimulating thoughtful responses.Routines for utilising Reading Journals are explored, including the use of Anchor Charts to support student engagement. Sharon highlights Teachific as a resource for prompts specifically designed for Reading Journals. She stresses the significance of establishing prompts prior to reading, guiding students' thinking throughout the process.The advantages and power of Reading Journals are thoroughly discussed, with a focus on their integration with the arts to enhance students' creativity and self-expression. Sharon shares anecdotes of students sharing their journal entries, illustrating the profound impact these reflections can have on personal growth.The episode also includes professional reading recommendations, with Sharon suggesting the PDF "Reading Response Journals" as a valuable resource for educators. She introduces a success criteria checklist for evaluating powerful Reading Journal responses.Addressing the issue of time management, Sharon provides strategies for incorporating Reading Journals into busy schedules and emphasises the importance of prioritising this practice.Finally, Sharon recommends great literature to share with students, highlighting "Evie and Rhino," "The Legend of Little Fur," and "The Spiderwick Chronicles" as engaging and impactful reads.Throughout the episode, Sharon Callen's expertise shines as she explores the hidden power of Reading Journals, offering practical insights and recommendations for educators seeking to incorporate this practice into their teaching approach.Some of the topics covered are:00:20  Preamble05:40 The hidden power of Reading Journals  - start06:40 Teaching struggles09:30 What is a Reading Journal?12:10 Unpack details of Reading Journals13:14 Getting started with RJ's using a Read Aloud17:02 How are prompts useful in Reading Journals. Lists of prompts can help.18:39 Aidan Chamber's prompts (from Book Talk)22:17 David Hornsby and team's prompts (from Read On)24:13 Barrett's Taxonomy prompts29:45 Routines for Reading Journals, use of Anchor Charts33:15 Prompts for Reading Journals  on Teachific34:45 The prompt needs to be there before we do the reading35:30 Advantages/ power of Reading Journals39:15 Integration with the Arts42:45 Students sharing their journal entries44:30 Professional reading: 'Reading  Response Journals'45:45 Success criteria checklist: 'What are the elements to look for in a powerful Reading Journal response'46:15 Where do we find time to include Reading Journals?47:44 Great literature to share, by Sharon: Evie and Rhino48:30 Great literature to share,  by Sharon: The Legend of Little Fur52:15 Great literature to share,  by Sharon:  The Spiderwick ChroniclesAnd much more!Enjoy, and let us know thoughts and feedback in our Facebook Group.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favourite podcast player.VIDEO RESOURCECandace, a year 4,5,6 teacher at Kaurna Plains School, describes how she uses Reading Journals to connect Reading, Writing and Word Work. Students have increased engagement due the meaningful purpose in their work. See the video here.JOIN CUE LEARNING'S NEXT LIVE WEBINAR!Find upcoming events here, and online courses can be found here.Other matching PDF resources are here.Got any questions? Feedback? Thoughts? Email the Cue office at: admin@cuelearning.com.auThe Teacher's Tool Kit For Literacy is the free podcast for motivated teachers and school leaders who want the latest tips, tricks and tools to inspire their students and school community in literacy learning. Hear from literacy expert and founder of Cue Learning, Sharon Callen, and special guests.At Cue Learning, our literacy specialists draw on over 30 years of teaching and international consulting experience to deliver world-class learning solutions. We equip, empower and support teachers to become their authentic selves. To find out about upcoming events, and about how Cue can help you and your school, visit the Cue Learning website http://www.cuelearning.com.au/ and sign up to our newsletter https://cuelearning.com.au/contact/And you can get even more amazing teaching resources, right now, at Teachific https://www.teachific.com.au/.To make sure you don't miss any literacy learning tips and insights, please subscribe to our show on your favourite podcast player.MORE INFORMATION AT A GLANCE:Visit cuelearning.com.auSubscribe to the Teacher's Tool Kit For Literacy podcasts  or join on Apple  Podcasts hereContact the Cue office:  admin@cuelearning.com.auJoin our Teacher's Toolkit facebook groupFind connected resources on TeachificSee upcoming online eventsSee our online video courses hereAnd finally, read our insightful blogs hereProduced by Apiro Media https://apiropodcasts.com

This episode explores new research, which has found that current measures to protect grasslands in the Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau are damaging the ecosystem and should be stopped. --- Read this episode's science poem here.   Read the scientific study that inspired it here.    Read ‘On the Plains' by David Wagoner here. --- Music by Rufus Beckett. --- Follow Sam on social media and send in any questions or comments for the podcast: Email: sam.illingworth@gmail.com   Twitter: @samillingworth 

Welcome to Episode 75 of the Being Human Podcast: Gender Fluidity or Complementarity? In this week's episode, Dr. Greg opens up a new series focused on fleshing out a convincing Catholic response to the gender confusion in our culture today; he proposes an answer to an important question about the purpose of being created as male and female. (Note: Mature Content) Discussed in this episode: The impossibility of changing one's gender;  The philosophy of John Paul II and how it can serve as a foundation for understanding our bodies;  The teleological capacity of the human person;  What no one in the Church seems to be talking about in regards to our creation as men and women;  A proposal to the question of why we are made as male and female;  Fruitfulness as a consequence of every free, total, faithful gift given between a man and a woman;  How, as Catholics, we have the full spectrum of ways to arrive at truth available to us;  The need to coalesce around a vision of gender, sex, and the human person's purpose. Resources mentioned or relevant:  Read On the Masculine Genius, an article by Dr. Greg published in Humanum Quarterly Review;   Sign up for insider information about our new certification launching in the Fall! Watch Fruitfulness is Not a Pillar of the Theology of the Body by Dr. Greg on YouTube;  Read Letter to the Bishops of the Catholic Church On the Collaboration of Men and Women in the Church and in the World, by Cardinal Ratzinger;    Learn more about complementarity and the masculine and feminine genius in Dr. Greg's relationships course: A Marriage Built to Last;  Become a member of the Integrated Life Community to get access to every course Dr. Greg has created, AND the opportunity to participate in Integrated Life Intensives: time-limited, group experiences covering topics like boundaries, communication, trauma, forgiveness, and more!   Learn about IDDM (Mentorship), our new model of accompaniment; Need help? Schedule a free 15-minute consultation call with our staff to discuss how we can support you!  Sign up for Being Human, our weekly newsletter, to stay up to date on the exciting developments at CatholicPsych;  Download The Integrated App for access to free audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, courses, prayer resources, and more;  Visit our website to read the CatholicPsych blog, shop in the CatholicPsych bookshop, or discover other resources we have available.  Contact us! Have a topic or a question you would like Dr. Greg to address on the podcast? Want to give some feedback about this episode? Email us at beinghuman@catholicpsych.com - we would love to hear from you! Rate, review, and subscribe Please help us in our mission to integrate the Faith with Psychology by hitting subscribe and also sharing this podcast with your friends. Please consider rating or leaving a review of our show. It helps us reach other Catholics just like you who want to become more integrated, whole, and happy human beings. For Apple podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate 5 stars, and choose “write a review”. Then type your sincere thoughts about the show! If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on any episodes. Subscribe to the podcast now!