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EPISODE SUMMARY If you've ever wondered how to turn your passion into profit - whether that's writing a book, building a coaching business, or creating a funnel that actually works - this episode is for you. Ashley went from three years of rejection as an aspiring author to becoming an international bestseller and scaling a $2.5M business. Inside, she shares the exact system she used to finally get published, the framework she now teaches her clients, and the sales engine (built through Freedom Fast Track) that continues to bring in consistent revenue. You'll walk away with practical insights on building a business that feels aligned, marketing without overwhelm, and structuring your weeks for both creative flow and growth. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - The surprising reason most authors face rejection (and how to avoid it) 02:28 - The step-by-step system to finally get your book finished 06:32 - A wake-up call that changed how Ashley approached business and life 11:53 - What to do if you're multi-passionate but struggling to find your “thing” 17:13 - Why every business has its own DNA (and how to honor yours) 20:35 - Behind the scenes of a sales engine that brings consistent revenue 26:07 - How to stop guessing and start using data to fuel growth 33:40 - A weekly structure that balances creative flow with profitability 38:49 - The real challenges of building a business as a new mom 44:19 - The nine secrets to writing and publishing a book that actually sells RESOURCES + LINKS Join The Freedom Fast Track Waitlist Here. Grab Ashley's Book, The Author Success Code Right Here. Ready To Write The Book That Builds Your Brand, Your Business, And Your Legacy? Click Here To Book Your Private Book Breakthrough Call With Ashley. The Book Accelerator Is Back. Early Bird Enrollment Ends August 31st. Click Here To Learn More. Try Kajabi Free Here: www.bossbabe.com/kajabi Follow Ashley On Instagram:@ashleymwrites Sign Up For Our Free Weekly Newsletter & Get Insights From Natalie Every Single Week On All Things Strategy, Motherhood, Business Growth + More. Drop Us A Review On The Podcast + Send Us A Screenshot & We'll Send You Natalie's 7-Figure Operating System Completely FREE (value $1,997).

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We've got an important update on a diabetes drug you may have never heard about. Sotagliflozin is known to have big benefits for people with type 2 but getting it approved for type 1 has been frustrating to say the least. The FDA has twice declined to approve it for people with T1D, but experts – including my guest – are pushing and hoping that will soon change. I'm talking to Dr. Steve Edleman, an endocrinologist who lives with type 1 and heads up the group Take Control of Your Diabetes – TCOYD. We'll talk about the risks that come with sotogliflozin, how continuous ketone monitoring could change the game, and what you can do to push for change. TCOYD's petition here This podcast is not intended as medical advice. If you have those kinds of questions, please contact your health care provider. Join us at an upcoming Moms' Night Out event! Learn more about studies and research at Thrivable here Please visit our Sponsors & Partners - they help make the show possible! Learn more about Gvoke Glucagon Gvoke HypoPen® (glucagon injection): Glucagon Injection For Very Low Blood Sugar (gvokeglucagon.com) Omnipod - Simplify Life Learn about Dexcom  Check out VIVI Cap to protect your insulin from extreme temperatures The best way to keep up with Stacey and the show is by signing up for our weekly newsletter: Sign up for our newsletter here Here's where to find us: Facebook (Group) Facebook (Page) Instagram Check out Stacey's books! Learn more about everything at our home page www.diabetes-connections.com  Reach out with questions or comments: info@diabetes-connections.

Dan, Manny, & Billy are joined by friend of the show, writer, & sole audience member Eric Althoff to dive into a whole bunch of nostalgic pop culture news and put it to the ultimate test—THE NOSTALGIA TEST! “No artist loved their fans more than [Ozzy] did” -Billy In this episode of Nostalgia Test News, recorded on August 19th, 2025, the boys get straight to it and with the rebooted Scary Movie, if there's a need for a Rambo prequel, and what could Gremlins 3 possibly be about? Doesn't everyone know about the rules after Gremlins 2? The boys are joined by Eric Althoff from the Street Fighter episode who just so happened to be in the Zoom audience. He weighs in on the age-old question, is Gremlins 2 better than Gremlins 1? The episode takes a crazy turn down a huge AI tangent, creepy celebrity stories from the set of Crush and Freaky Friday, driverless cars and delivery robots in LA, F**k Dean Cain, and did you know there was a 12-year-old kid with no legs in the ET puppet? Everyone reflects on the passing of Ozzy Osborne and Malcolm Jamal Warner and talk about their contributions to music, TV, creating the Reality TV, genre, poetry, and more. They also tackle the controversial legacy of Hulk Hogan after his passing. And last but not least (haha) they touch on Megadeath calling it quits and how Dave Mustaine is the most bitter musician in metal despite being extremely successful. All this and so much more! Email us (thenostalgiatest@gmail.com) your thoughts, opinions, and topics for our next Nostalgia Test News!   Suggest A Test & Be Our Guest! We're always looking for a fun new topic for The Nostalgia Test. Hit the link above, tell us what you'd like to see tested, and be our guest for that episode!   Approximate Rundown 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 01:02 Catch-Up and Banter 02:18 Reboots and Sequels Discussion 04:27 Guest Introduction and Movie News 05:40 Scary Movie Reboot 10:35 Rambo Prequel Speculation 20:35 Gremlins 3 Possibility 29:02 Street Fighter Movie Update 32:28 WiFi Woes and Wrestler Castings 33:23 Street Fighter and Mortal Kombat Movie Talk 36:32 Nostalgia and Reboots 38:30 Celebrity News and Odd Stories 46:25 AI Relationships and Cultural Shifts 49:21 Driverless Cars and AI Concerns 55:40 Hollywood's Dark Side 59:58 Superman and Movie Reviews 01:01:07 Fantastic Four Discussion 01:02:43 Reflecting on Malcolm Jamal Warner's Legacy 01:03:47 Ozzy Osbourne's Impact and Passing 01:04:09 Hulk Hogan's Influence on Wrestling 01:15:10 Nostalgic TV Shows and Cartoons 01:23:36 Megadeth Calls It Quits 01:29:10 Micro Machines Guy and Other Fun Facts   Book The Nostalgia Test Podcast Bring The Nostalgia Test Podcast's high energy fun and comedy on your podcast, to host your themed parties & special events!  The Nostalgia Test Podcast will create an unforgettable Nostalgic experience for any occasion because we are the party! We bring it 100% of the time! Email us at thenostalgiatest@gmail.com or fill out the form at this link. LET'S GET NOSTALGIC!     Keep up with all things The Nostalgia Test Podcast on Instagram | Substack | Discord | TikTok | Bluesky | YouTube | Facebook   The intro and outro music ('Neon Attack 80s') is by Emanmusic. The Lithology Brewing ad music ("Red, White, Black, & Blue") is by PEG and the Rejected

Today's episode of the sunshine, would like to discuss the rewards for choosing or not choosing Jesus Christ

Kate Egan, Reporter, discusses the rejected planning application for hundreds of new homes in the town of Arklow.

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – America's republic stands apart from pure democracy, as the Founders recognize its dangers and establish a constitutional system to protect liberty. Hamilton warns against extremes, emphasizing balance. Yet today, political actors exploit elections, voting methods, and media influence to secure power. The question remains: are We the People resilient enough to safeguard our republic...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – America's republic stands apart from pure democracy, as the Founders recognize its dangers and establish a constitutional system to protect liberty. Hamilton warns against extremes, emphasizing balance. Yet today, political actors exploit elections, voting methods, and media influence to secure power. The question remains: are We the People resilient enough to safeguard our republic...

The Anime Addicts play another game of Anime Around the Horn! Enjoy our debates about various anime topics! Finally, we wrap up our Summer 2025 anime impressions! --Nukitashi the Animation --Nyaight of the Living Cat --Gachiakuta --Solo Camping for Two --Apocalypse Bringer Mynoghra --Dan Da Dan S2 You can support the podcast in the following ways: Merchandise Store: www.AAAShop.info Discord: www.AAADiscord.com Subscribe: www.aaapodcast.com/join Donations: www.aaapodcast.com/donate Patreon: www.patreon.com/AAAPodcast Thank you for your generosity and kindness

The Wedding Feast Rejected: A Portrait of Our Times: Scripture Reflection for August 21, 2025 by Priests for Life

Episode #382: Zack Tu Nan, a queer, ethnic Zaiwa activist and student living in the Netherlands, reflects on his journey through marginalization, faith, identity, and exile. Born in 1994 in—literally—a rice field in Kachin State while his parents fled military violence, Zack grew up in a remote village run by the Kachin Independence Army (KIA), where he enjoyed a rich, traditional Zaiwa upbringing. But entering a Burmese state school in Loi Jai exposed him to Bamar cultural domination—his family name was stripped away, his pronunciation mocked, and even his given name, “Tu Nan,” ridiculed.As a gender-nonconforming child, Zack lacked the language and social space to express his queerness. Raised in a rigidly Christian environment, he internalized the belief that his identity was sinful. Coming out later created tensions within his devout community. Eventually, he sought healing through personal “decolonization”—reclaiming Zaiwa animist practices, oral traditions, and Zaiwa cosmology, which he now hopes to preserve through a documentary film.After passing the national exam, Zack studied dentistry in Mandalay but found the system stifling. He later attended an online U.S. university while teaching Zumba in Yangon. Political activism for IDPs put him at risk, prompting his asylum claim in the Netherlands. Rejected and detained for deportation, COVID disrupted the process; he escaped from the facility and lived undocumented for a year before finally securing asylum.Despite loneliness and backlash, Zack remains committed to cultural survival. “The past is still haunting me here right now in the present,” he says, “but I carry the weight of my family, my kinship, my people and my community.”

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Dan, Manny, & Billy are joined by their longtime friend Jeremy Madson to talk about a whole bunch of nostalgic pop culture craziness and put it to the ultimate test—THE NOSTALGIA TEST! “Now John Hammond self-fertilizes the dinosaur eggs.” -Billy This is what happens when a guest cancels on The Nostalgia Test, the wildest Nostalgia Test News episode yet! The opening monologue is part of Billy's hot take of Jack Nicholson's performance in The Shining. Then, because this was recorded before the summer, the boys give their live predictions and hot takes on the trailers for Happy Gilmore 2, The Naked Gun, and Spaceballs 2.  They talk about Adam Sandler's comedy legacy, the latest slew of comedies, can Liam Neeson be funny, and the wildest comedy of all time Tropic Thunder. Dan introduces a brand new “Rick Roll” and then we see which Metal songs pass the “Will Manny Metal” test! Email us (thenostalgiatest@gmail.com) your thoughts, opinions, and questions about this episode or anything else nostalgic on your mind and we'll read it for next time on the pod!   Approximate Rundown 00:00 Introduction and Initial Banter 00:08 Discussing Jack Nicholson's Performance in The Shining 00:40 Confusion Over Shelly Long and Shelly Duvall 01:06 Nostalgia Test Podcast Introduction 02:02 Hot Takes on The Shining and Popeye Movie 04:37 Mission Impossible and Movie Trailers 12:12 Adam Sandler Movies Discussion 19:35 Rickrolling and Nostalgia Tangents 34:25 Debating the Effectiveness of Two-in-One Shampoo 34:47 Liam Neeson in Comedies: A Viewer's Perspective 35:08 Recent Comedy Films: Hits and Misses 36:48 Nostalgic Comedy Films: A Trip Down Memory Lane 37:28 Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga 38:04 TV Shows and Their Impact 40:00 The Future of Comedy and Streaming Services 57:16 Will Manny Metal? A Musical Experiment 01:10:38 Final Thoughts and Farewell   Suggest Our Next Test & Be Our Guest! We're always looking for a fun new topic for The Nostalgia Test. Hit the link above, tell us what you'd like to see tested, and be our guest for that episode! Join the Audience Tuesday August 19th for Nostalgia Test News! & Tuesday August 28th for Happy Gilmore Franchise! Be in the Zoom audience for some pop-culture fun Tuesday August 19th for Nostalgia Test News Episode recording. We'll discuss some hard-hitting passings in pop-culture, insane pop-culture stories, movie announcements. and so much more! Join us in the Zoom audience on Thursday August 28th when we put Happy Gilmore 1 and 2 to the ultimate test--THE NOSTALGIA TEST! We want you to be there, share your questions, thoughts, and favorite Happy Gilmore scenes and quotes! These episodes will be recorded art 530pmPST/ 830pmEST and will be around 1-2 hours long. Grab a drink and some snacks and join the fun!   Book The Nostalgia Test Podcast Bring The Nostalgia Test Podcast's high energy fun and comedy on your podcast, to host your themed parties & special events!  The Nostalgia Test Podcast will create an unforgettable Nostalgic experience for any occasion because we are the party! We bring it 100% of the time! Email us at thenostalgiatest@gmail.com or fill out the form at this link. LET'S GET NOSTALGIC!     Keep up with all things The Nostalgia Test Podcast on Instagram | Substack | Discord | TikTok | Bluesky | YouTube | Facebook   The intro and outro music ('Neon Attack 80s') is by Emanmusic. The Lithology Brewing ad music ("Red, White, Black, & Blue") is by PEG and the Rejected

HTB prayer lead, Sabine Adeyinka speaks on what it means to have an unshakeable identity in times of rejection.

Welcome to The Daily, where we study the Bible verse by verse, chapter by chapter, every day. Today's shout-out goes to Gregory Monday from Fairhope, Alabama. Thank you for your generosity and partnership in Project 23. This one's for you today. Our text today is Mark 16:9-11: “Now when he rose early on the first day of the week, he appeared first to Mary Magdalene, from whom he had cast out seven demons. She went and told those who had been with him, while they were mourning and weeping. But when they heard that he was alive and had been seen by her, they would not believe it.” — Mark 16:9-11 Dawn still held a chill when Mary Magdalene trudged to the tomb. Her tears tainted the ground. Then the impossible—he speaks her name. Her sorrow shatters into wonder as she sees the risen Savior. She runs back to the others, heart pounding, voice trembling. But grief has anchored them so profoundly that her good news rings hollow. God often reveals his grace to those the world dismisses first. In sovereign mercy, he chose Mary—once demon-possessed—to be the first witness of resurrection. This reminds us that grace isn't earned by status or perfection but poured out on the humble. Grace uproots despair. Grace transforms mourners into messengers. When our testimony is ignored or scoffed at, it echoes Mary's experience. But God still speaks—first to the lowly, then through the bold. Your story matters, even if others doubt. In your home, workplace, or small group, share what Christ has done for you. Obedience isn't waiting for perfect reception; it's faith in motion despite rejection. So push through your concerns about rejection, because your story matters. It's the truth that shouts about his life. ASK THIS: Have you ever felt dismissed when sharing your faith? How does Jesus' choice of Mary Magdalene encourage you in your weakness? What keeps you from proclaiming the Gospel when people don't listen? How might God be calling you to step out in witness today, even if you expect pushback? DO THIS: Write down one way Jesus has transformed you, then share that brief testimony with a friend or family member by the end of today. PRAY THIS: Lord, give me boldness to speak your resurrection power, even when others doubt my words. Transform my weakness into a witness that points to your unstoppable grace. PLAY THIS: "Testimony."

In this interview, Wendi Lawlor shares her inspiring story from rejecting God to becoming a bold ambassador for Christ! She shares her journey from the Air Force, to becoming a college professor, to starting a successful business, to joining Pure Encouragement staff. She rejected God—now she can't stop sharing the Gospel!SHOW NOTES⁠Join a 6 Week Confidence Group with Wendi or GaryWatch the Full Video InterviewOTHER⁠Pure Encouragement⁠Follow ⁠@pureencouragement⁠⁠⁠Watch on YouTube⁠⁠Read the ⁠Pure Encouragement Blog⁠Take the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠30 Day Identity Challenge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Loneliness can creep in even when we’re surrounded by people. Sometimes it’s because we avoid small talk, sometimes because we fear being hurt, and sometimes because our own pride keeps us from deeper connections. In this daily prayer and heartfelt devotional, Kelly Balarie challenges us to look at how Jesus approached friendship—choosing to engage with people different from Him, investing in others even when it wasn’t comfortable. Through self-reflection and prayer, we are invited to consider new ways to endure in relationships, open up, and love others as Christ loves us. Today's Bible Verse:“The Son of Man came eating and drinking, and they say, ‘Here is a glutton and a drunkard, a friend of tax collectors and sinners.’ But wisdom is proved right by her deeds.” – Matthew 11:19 NIV Key Takeaway:Friendship is not about what we can get from others, but about what we can give. By bearing with others, asking deeper questions, and staying present even when it feels awkward or challenging, we open the door to God’s work in our relationships. Prayer:Father, I am lonely. Restore meaningful relationships in my life. Help me be open-hearted, willing to listen, and to love as You have loved me. Send me friends and make me the kind of friend You’ve been to me. In Jesus’ name, Amen. Resources and Mentions: Feeling Lonely or Rejected? Remember This Promise of God. Listen to more encouragement on Your Daily Prayer at LifeAudio.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Rejection happens to everyone, but that doesn't make it any less awkward, humbling, or downright hilarious in hindsight. In this episode of The Really Very Crunchy Podcast, Emily and Jason share their funniest and most cringe-worthy rejection stories, from celebrity “no's” that left our inbox feeling lonely, to job applications that went absolutely nowhere, to those relationship rejections we swore we'd never talk about (until now). (00:00) Intro (01:40) Rejected by Carrie Underwood (02:54) Rejected by John Crist (05:53) Rejected by Relient K (06:49) Rejected by Switchfoot (09:12) Not famous enough… (10:20) Rejected in relationships (16:02) Rejected in job interviews (18:16) Rejecting each other (21:40) What is rejection? (22:48) Not caring (23:36) Rejected by publishers (29:40) Emily's dark joke (30:50) The End Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

US Health Secretary RFK Jr's call to retract a study on childhood vaccines is resisted by the journal. Also antibiotics get designed by AI, and a new way for stars to die. A study focussing on Danish childhood vaccination data has attracted the US Secretary for Health's anger, as RFK jr calls for the journal in which it was published, the Annals of Internal Medicine, to retract it. The Editor, Christine Laine, talk to Science in Action about the strengths and challenges of observational studies. The cuts to prestigious US federal science funded research continue, as last week it was announced that $500 million funding for future mRNA vaccines would be withdrawn. Barney Graham, one of the pioneers in the field and prominent during the Covid vaccines, argues that the research will still happen, though maybe not in the US, as mRNA has become a fundamental area of global research. Meanwhile, strides are being made in the field of synthetic biology as Jim Collins and colleagues at MIT and Harvard have used AI to design potentially viable antibiotics for two important drug-resistant superbugs. Previously, AI has been used to comb through libraries of known antibiotics. This study has gone a step further, and used generative AI to design new ones, that can then be synthesised using real chemicals. Though a long way from being prescribable drugs, the team think this could herald a new golden age of antibiotic development – something which has been lacking in recent decades. Finally, it seems astronomers may have discovered a new way for a star to die, sort of. Supernova 2023zkd was seen to explode back in 2023, found by a team looking for odd events. It didn't seem quite like normal supernovae, in that it took a bit longer to die down. Then the team looked back, and noticed that it had also been getting slowly brighter for almost a year. At 730 million light years away, in a galaxy far, far away, it also seemed to have been stripped of all its hydrogen and even stranger yet, appeared to have exploded twice. As Ashley Villar of the Harvard Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics explains, the almost unique observation fits with a model of the huge star getting closer to a black hole, the gravity of which may have disrupted the star enough to cause it to explode. Presenter: Roland Pease Producer: Ella Hubber with Alex Mansfield Production Coordinator: Jana Bennett-Holesworth (Image: Child getting a vaccine. Credit: Luis Alvarez via Getty Images)

*This is the Free Content version of my interview with Dr. Mariano Villalba. To access the full interview, please consider becoming a paid Patreon member; alternatively, this episode is also available for a one-time purchase here on Patreon (under 'Shop' tab). www.patreon.com/RejectedReligion My guest this month is Dr. Mariano Villalba. Mariano is a postdoctoral fellow in Spirituality and the Arts, in collaboration with the Giorgio Cini Foundation in Venice, the History of Hermetic Philosophy and Related Currents at the University of Amsterdam, and the Warburg Institute at the University of London.Mariano specializes in esotericism in Colonial America, contemporary Latin America, and early modern Spain. He completed a joint PhD in religious studies at the University of Lausanne and the French l'École Pratique des Hautes Études- Paris Sciences & Letters University.Mariano serves as the editor in chief of Melancolia, an annual journal dedicated to the study of esotericism in Latin America. His methodology combines a global history perspective on Colonial America with a decolonial approach, intersecting themes of race, gender, and imperialism to analyze modern occultism in Latin America. His new research project will focus on “Occult Movements and Mexican Mural Art: What Role Did Occult Movements Play in Mexican Mural Art During the Interwar Period?”In this episode, Mariano and I explore his groundbreaking research into the overlooked women of the Mexican muralist movement. Building on his earlier work, Mariano dives into the rich, complex history of Mexican muralism—an artistic revolution born from post-revolutionary ideals and dominated by the towering figures of “Los Tres Grandes.”But beyond the celebrated murals of Rivera, Orozco, and Siqueiros lies a hidden narrative: the women artists whose contributions were marginalized or erased. Mariano introduces us to several of these remarkable figures, focusing in particular on María Izquierdo and Sofía Bassi. He shares insights into their lives, artistic themes, and the esoteric influences that shaped their work, while unpacking why their legacies remain in the shadows compared to contemporaries like Frida Kahlo and Leonora Carrington.This episode is a compelling journey into art history, gender politics, and the mystical dimensions of creativity. Dr. Villalba also discusses the goals of his current project and how listeners can engage with the research on his online platform.An editing correction: Just a note to correct a mistake made during the interview: In the discussion about Frieda Kahlo's parents (a German father and a Mexican mother), Mariano mistakenly states that (María) Izquierdo was the daughter instead of Kahlo. There was a slight mix-up here as Mariano was comparing Frieda Kahlo and María Izquierdo. So please be aware of this when listening.PROGRAM NOTESMariano Villalba | Center for the Study of World ReligionsOccult Mexican art | Explore the Occult in Mexican visual artAbout Gender & Visual Arts | Discover Women's Insight — Occult Mexican artAbout Esotericism & Muralism | Explore Mexican Art — Occult Mexican artMuralism and Mexican Identity: Rediscovering the Esoteric Visions of Post-Revolution Female Artists: Q&A with Mariano Villalba | Center for the Study of World ReligionsOccult Movements and Mexican Mural Art | Center for the Study of World ReligionsThe Visionary World of Sofía Bassi | Center for the Study of World ReligionsFundación | Sofia BassiEsotericism, Gender, and the Legacy of a Mexican Artist | Center for the Study of World ReligionsMariano Villalba - Harvard University Music and Editing: Daniel P. SheaEnd Production: Stephanie Shea

The truth of Donald Trump's deployment of the National Guard to police Washington, D.C. is evident in the demographics of other cities he claims to want to target. Governor Wes Moore makes it clear that he is not interested in playing along with Trump's stunt if Trump tries to move on to Baltimore. Moore also says that redistricting in his state is possible if Donald Trump persists in trying to rig the 2026 election with red state gerrymandering.Plus, Jen Psaki answers White House press briefing questions, minus the Trump White House spin, and the best outcome to hope for from Trump's Friday meeting with Vladimir Putin is that Trump doesn't do too much damage.Follow us on Bluesky at @briefingwithpsaki.bsky.social‬...and on Threads at @thebriefingwithpsaki 

Come shift into a wolf with The Girls! This week Barbara is presenting “The Tyrant Alpha's Rejected Mate” by Cate C. Wells! Not only is this the first book in "The Five Packs" series, it's a sister Sierra suggestion! Wolf-shifter and camp cafeteria server Una is a late bloomer. She's never shifted until one day in the middle of a work shift, she goes for a whole new kind of shift and shifts into a wolf! Her wolfish heat makes her realize her fated mate is the alpha top dog, Killian Kelly! Like Una, Killian had never felt a mated bond for anyone, so he doesn't believe her and rejects Una in front of the whole pack! Una does what any embarrassed wolf woman would do and asks a witchy wolf to Baja Blast that mating bond right out of her! Killian finally feels his bonded feelings and believes Una is truly the one for him, but is it too late? Can Killian convince Una to howl at the moon with him? Who let the dogs out? Can anyone find out where the hell you've been loca?! Grab some Taco Bell and tune in! New Episodes out every Tuesday! Join our Patreon to receive early, ad- free (and bonus!) episodes and more! Patreon.com/ClutchMyPearlsPod We have *NEW* MERCH go to ClutchMyPearlsPod.com to check it out!Watch the video version of this podcast on our YouTube channel! Follow @ClutchMyPearlsPod on TikTok, Twitter, Instagram and GoodReads! We have *NEW* MERCH go to ClutchMyPearlsPod.com to check it out!Do you have a smut recommendation for the girls? Send an email to: ClutchMyPearlsPod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dan, Manny, & Billy put the 1992 comedy classic My Cousin Vinny to the ultimate test—THE NOSTALGIA TEST! “[My Cousin Vinny] is a Thanksgiving movie. -Manny This is an absolute lovefest of an episode with My Cousin Vinny quotes flying all over the place. From the start to the end there's nothing but amazing things to say about the dialogue, the comedic timing of Joe Pesci, Marisa Tomei, Ralph Macchio, the late great Fred Gwynne, Mitchell Whitfield, Lane Smith, and Austin Pendleton. The boys try to find plot holes and come up empty, except for their star audience member Long Island artist Andrew Breen (@rocktapusjones_art) who finds one very minor issue. Manny does an amazing reenactment of Marisa Tomei's “Hunting” monologue, they go through the hilarious prison scene with Joe Pesci and Mitchell Whitfield, and the perfectly ridiculous NY character names. In the end, they determine whether this movie passes The Nostalgia Test and discuss why My Cousin Vinny is a perfect Thanksgiving movie. Get ready for a nostalgic trip with these three yutes through possibly one of the best comedies of all time. Email us (thenostalgiatest@gmail.com) your thoughts, opinions, and questions about this episode or anything else nostalgic on your mind and we'll read it for next time on the pod!   APPROXIMATE RUN OF SHOW: 00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Shoutout 00:12 Nostalgia Test: My Cousin Vinny 01:02 Audience Engagement and Podcast Updates 02:00 Danny Facts: My Cousin Vinny Overview 03:14 Movie Analysis: Plot and Characters 05:41 Iconic Scenes and Personal Memories 10:06 Writing and Direction Excellence 31:31 Joe Pesci's Versatility and Career 36:39 Final Thoughts and Audience Interaction 41:59 Nostalgic Movie Reboots and Sequels 42:11 The Pop Culture Sphere and Cobra Kai 43:53 Uncle Ben's Rice and Random Movie Trivia 44:37 Friends Trivia and Iconic Actors 46:21 C-Grade Movies and HBO Nostalgia 48:38 My Cousin Vinny: A Deep Dive 50:30 New York Accents and Family Dynamics 01:10:30 Thanksgiving Movies and Final Thoughts   Suggest Our Next Test & Be Our Guest! We're always looking for a fun new topic for The Nostalgia Test. Hit the link above, tell us what you'd like to see tested, and be our guest for that episode! Join the Audience Tuesday August 19th for Nostalgia Test News! & Tuesday August 26th for Happy Gilmore Franchise! Be in the Zoom audience for some pop-culture fun Tuesday August 19th for Nostalgia Test News Episode recording. We'll discuss some hard-hitting passings in pop-culture, insane pop-culture stories, movie announcements. and so much more! Join us in the Zoom audience on Tuesday August 26th when we put Happy Gilmore 1 and 2 to the ultimate test--THE NOSTALGIA TEST! We want you to be there, share your questions, thoughts, and favorite Happy Gilmore scenes and quotes! These episodes will be recorded art 530pmPST/ 830pmEST and will be around 1-2 hours long. Grab a drink and some snacks and join the fun!   Book The Nostalgia Test Podcast Bring The Nostalgia Test Podcast's high energy fun and comedy on your podcast, to host your themed parties & special events!  The Nostalgia Test Podcast will create an unforgettable Nostalgic experience for any occasion because we are the party! We bring it 100% of the time! Email us at thenostalgiatest@gmail.com or fill out the form at this link. LET'S GET NOSTALGIC!     Keep up with all things The Nostalgia Test Podcast on Instagram | Substack | Discord | TikTok | Bluesky | YouTube | Facebook   The intro and outro music ('Neon Attack 80s') is by Emanmusic. The Lithology Brewing ad music ("Red, White, Black, & Blue") is by PEG and the Rejected  

John Fairclough learned leadership the hard way—even sleeping in a car through a Chicago winter. That crucible taught him more about people, resilience and alertness than any MBA ever could.Rejected, uprooted and on his own by his late teens, John transformed trauma into a playbook for authentic leadership—what he calls “Authenticship.” Rather than molding yourself to fit someone else's rules, John shows high‑performers how to define success on their own terms, build business systems that match their values, and lead with integrity instead of control.He's built multiple 8-figure businesses, not on inherited relationships or pedigree, but through frameworks honed in adversity—frameworks that help leaders come “home to themselves,” dismantle perfectionism, and stop chasing approval. His upcoming book equips readers to reject cultural myths, break free from people‑pleasing, and unlock the courage to show up exactly as they are.A devoted dad who's learned to balance ambition with stability, John doesn't peddle one‑size‑fits‑all blueprints. He of

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*Last Chance for Merch!* http://badfriendsmerch.com Get MORE Bad Friends at our Patreon!! https://www.patreon.com/c/badfriends Thank you to our Sponsors: HelloFresh, BlueChew, Rocket Money, Shopify • Go to https://HelloFresh.com/badfriends10fm now to Get 10 Free Meals + a Free Item for Life! • Try your first month of BlueChew FREE when you use promo code BADFRIENDS -- just pay $5 shipping. • Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to https://RocketMoney.com/badfriends today. • Sign up for your $1 per month trial and start selling today at https://shopify.com/badfriends YouTube Subscribe: http://bit.ly/BadFriendsYouTube Audio Subscribe: https://apple.co/31Jsvr2 Merch: http://badfriendsmerch.com 0:00 Fancy's New Replacement 5:00 Butt Naked in the Changing Room 10:00 Shadow Money 15:00 Rejected at Weird Al 20:00 Carlos the Chaperone 25:00 Gripes of London 30:00 Sleeping in the Studio 35:00 A Real British Experience 40:00 "I'm Working, Bobby" 47:30 Open Heart, Open Mind 53:30 Teaching Rudy Film 58:00 7 Deadly Sins 1:02:00 The 8th Sin 1:08:00 Bobby's Comic Book 1:14:00 Andrew Takes Bobby Golfing More Bobby Lee TigerBelly: https://www.youtube.com/tigerbelly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bobbyleelive Twitter: https://twitter.com/bobbyleelive Tickets: https://bobbylee.live More Andrew Santino Whiskey Ginger: https://www.youtube.com/andrewsantinowhiskeyginger Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cheetosantino Twitter: https://Twitter.com/cheetosantino Tickets: http://www.andrewsantino.com More Fancy SOS VHS: https://www.youtube.com/@SOSVHS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fancyb.1 More Bad Friends iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bad-friends/id1496265971 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/badfriendspod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/badfriends_pod Official Website: http://badfriendspod.com/ Opening Credits and Branding: https://www.instagram.com/joseph_faria & https://www.instagram.com/jenna_sunday Credit Sequence Music: http://bit.ly/RocomMusic // https://www.instagram.com/rocom Character Design: https://www.instagram.com/jeffreymyles Bad Friends Mosaic Sign: https://www.instagram.com/tedmunzmosaicart Produced by: 7EQUIS https://www.7equis.com/ Podcast Producer: Andrés Rosende This video contains paid promotion. #bobbylee #andrewsantino #badfriends #sponsored #ad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We debated whether country artists are charging too much or too little for Cameos which are personalized video messages you can order online. A boy band member said another celebrity rejected them for a photo together. We all shared our stories of celebrities who have told us no when asking for a picture with them. In the Bobby Feud, we try to name the top reasons that american couples argue. We also talked about how to avoid getting stalked on Instagram.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Labour leader Chris Hipkins has rebuked his education spokesperson after finding out she ignored, then rejected offers to work with the government on NCEA reforms. ACT's David Seymour said if she was one of his MPs, he would have fired her. But Labour is pushing, and said there still needs to be more consultation on the NCEA changes. Russell Palmer reports.

Project Blue was rejected in Pima County. Broomhead talks about why it was rejected and how Arizona is trying expand data centers while supporting residential utilities.

Episode 209 of Sport Unlocked, the podcast dissecting the week's sports news issues. On the agenda on August 7, 2025 with Rob Harris, Martyn Ziegler and Tariq Panja.Footballers seek billions in compensation over transfer rules - what's happening next?Club World Cup fallout - Saudis fine Al Hilal after rejecting fatigue concerns; Real Madrid v Javier Tebas over attempt to delay season start;Sheffield Wednesday turmoilItaly pay cut after relegation to Serie BCrystal Palace at CAS over European demotionFollow the pod⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WhatsApp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel for updates ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vakg4QSH5JLqsZl7R62Z⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sportunlockedpod@gmail.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/sportunlocked.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@SportUnlocked⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://instagram.com/SportUnlocked ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/sportunlocked⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Music––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––No Love by MusicbyAden / musicbyadenCreative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/_no-loveMusic promoted by Audio Library • No Love – MusicbyAden (No Copyright M...––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Nottingham Forest have seen a £35m bid for Ipswich Town attacking midfielder Omari Huctchinson rejected according to David Ornstein of the Athletic, which L'Equipe say Strasbourg have knocked by 24m euros for Dilane Bakwa. Finally, Farbrizio Romano says Forest are interest in Hellas Verona defender Jackson Tchatchoua. We discuss all three players as Matt Davies is joined by Dan Cook, Mak Sutherns and Pete Blackburn. #nffc #nottinghamforest

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Have you ever crawled your way out of an emotionally abusive relationship, finally free, only to be met with cold shoulders, Christian cliques, and confused stares from the very people who should've been first in line at your welcome-back party? Or maybe you've thought about getting out, but your instincts all tell you that you'll lose everyone you love in the process?In this episode, I answer two listener-submitted questions that go straight to the heart of what so many Christian women wrestle with post-abuse: rejection from family, exclusion in church, and the confusion that comes with trying to be a decent human in the aftermath of emotional trauma.We talk:The underbelly of emotional immaturitySpiritual bypassing in religious circlesWhat “grace” actually looks like (hint: it's not begging for scraps)And why your healing is not up for debateThis one's for every woman who's been ghosted by her family or made to feel like a spiritual pariah in the church lobby.Read the full show notes and/or ask Natalie a question hereRelated Resources:Get a free chapter of my book, “Is It Me? Making Sense of Your Confusing Marriage” and companion workbook when you hop on my mailing list. Listen to some related Flying Free Podcast episodes, including “Why Being Rejected by Your Church and Family Hurts So Bad” and “When You've Been Hurt by Church.”

Dan, Manny, & Billy invited The Fandalorians to put the 1985 Sci-fi/Comedy classic to the ultimate test—THE NOSTALGIA TEST! “We are making a lot of dark backstories to this movie.” -Mr. McDonald We had so much fun with the guys from The Fandalorians on this episode digging into all the ins and outs, the conspiracy theories, and our memories of Back to the Future. It's just six dudes from Long Island trying to answer some really important questions like how the hell did Marty meet Doc Brown, is this better time traveling than Bill & Ted's, the confusing family dynamics between Marty and his family and Lorraine (Lea Thompson) and her family, Billy Zane, why would the time lines change this way in the end, and can we figure out what's up with Mount Airey Lodge and The Commack Motor Inn. Seriously though, this is one of our favorite conversations and we're so grateful for the guys of The Fandalorians for coming on and being part of the Nostalgia Test chaos.   Email us (thenostalgiatest@gmail.com) your thoughts, opinions, and questions about this episode or anything else nostalgic on your mind and we'll read it for next time on the pod!   By day, Mr. Richardson, Mr. McDonald, and Mr. G. are dedicated educators shaping young minds. By night, they become The Fandalorians—diving into movies, TV, sports, comics, and everything pop culture… with plenty of laughs, hot takes, and relentless trolling of each other along the way. It's Teachers by Day, Nerds by Night—where fandom meets faculty lounge, and no opinion is safe.   https://linktr.ee/thefandalorianspod       APPROXIMATE RUN OF SHOW: 00:00 Introduction and Nostalgia Test Setup 01:11 Welcoming the Guests 01:48 Mount Airy Lodge Anecdote 03:13 Introducing the Fan DeLorean 06:23 Back to the Future: Initial Thoughts 09:37 Memories and First Impressions 19:20 Time Travel and Plot Holes 35:12 Marty's Family Dynamics 43:58 Analyzing the Timeline: When Did It Happen? 44:45 The Creepy Kid and the Neighbors 45:09 The Pants Mystery: How Did They Come Off? 46:10 Dark Backstories and Theories 46:58 Graffiti and Budget Trivia 47:52 Billy Zane and Casting Choices 48:43 Biff's Transformation and Timeline Changes 54:09 Doc's Plan and Time Travel Mechanics 57:07 Marty's Selfishness and Rock 'n' Roll 59:11 The Future and Family Dynamics 01:03:53 Theories and What-If Scenarios 01:10:47 Rick and Morty Connections 01:20:11 Final Thoughts and Nostalgia Test   Book The Nostalgia Test Podcast Bring The Nostalgia Test Podcast's high energy fun and comedy on your podcast, to host your themed parties & special events!  The Nostalgia Test Podcast will create an unforgettable Nostalgic experience for any occasion because we are the party! We are the most dedicated guests! We bring it 100% of the time! Email us at thenostalgiatest@gmail.com or fill out the form at this link. LET'S GET NOSTALGIC!     Keep up with all things The Nostalgia Test Podcast on Instagram | Substack | Discord | TikTok | Bluesky | YouTube | Facebook   The intro and outro music ('Neon Attack 80s') is by Emanmusic. The Lithology Brewing ad music ("Red, White, Black, & Blue") is by PEG and the Rejected

Hosted by Pastor Ed TaylorOriginating from GRACE FM in Aurora, Colorado, Calvary Live is a one hour program that answers questions about issues surrounding life, godliness, and living for Jesus Christ in our current ever changing culture.

The church is God's chosen people to proclaim His glory in all creation 1 Peter 2:4-9

Some Christians in Malaysia—ethnically Chinese or Indian believers—have freedom to practice their faith in Christ. But if an ethnic Malay person becomes a believer in Jesus, he or she will face intense Christian persecution. The Malaysian government sees ethnic Malay people as off limits for evangelism and holds them subject to Islamic Shariah law. “To be Malay is to be Muslim,” says Carter Gates, leader of VOM's international ministry work in Asia/Pacific. “Ethnic Malay's can't even [openly] say they are interested in learning more about Jesus.” As Carter meets with VOM's ministry partners, one shared key hindrances that keep Malays from following Christ and the questions he uses as he engages them in gospel conversation. One of those questions: are you ready to die for Jesus? Gates says he was challenged as he thought about evangelism in free nations versus in Malaysia, Laos, Vietnam, China and other restricted areas and hostile nations. “This pastor is in a context where he knows what [sacrifice] means,” Carter says. “We should consider these costs in America too.” We'll also share an update on the court case over the forced disappearance of Pastor Raymond Koh in 2017. A verdict is expected in the case in November. Listen to what Susanna Koh shared during her first visit with VOM Radio about how she and her family struggled after her husband's abduction. She also shares how the Lord helped her to forgive those who persecuted her husband. Please pray for truth to be revealed through this legal process and pray for the Koh family as they await the verdict. The VOM App for your smartphone or tablet will help you pray daily for persecuted Christians—in Iran and other nations—throughout the year, as well as provide free access to e-books, audiobooks, video content and feature films. Download the VOM App for your iOS or Android device today.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Cedric Walker. Founder of the UniverSoul Circus, shares his journey from producing gospel plays to creating a globally recognized, culturally rich circus experience. He discusses the inspiration behind the circus, the challenges he faced, the importance of representation, and the evolution of the show. The conversation emphasizes family entertainment, cultural authenticity, and global talent development.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Cedric Walker. Founder of the UniverSoul Circus, shares his journey from producing gospel plays to creating a globally recognized, culturally rich circus experience. He discusses the inspiration behind the circus, the challenges he faced, the importance of representation, and the evolution of the show. The conversation emphasizes family entertainment, cultural authenticity, and global talent development.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Cedric Walker. Founder of the UniverSoul Circus, shares his journey from producing gospel plays to creating a globally recognized, culturally rich circus experience. He discusses the inspiration behind the circus, the challenges he faced, the importance of representation, and the evolution of the show. The conversation emphasizes family entertainment, cultural authenticity, and global talent development.