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As we begin reading from Revelation, Fr. Mike makes us aware of the symbolism found throughout this apocalyptic book and highlights its goal of strengthening the Church through the worship that happens at Mass. He also encourages us to find strength in God when facing challenges, just as Paul did. Today's readings are Revelation 1-3, 2 Timothy 3-4, and Proverbs 31:8-9. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

The Tafsīr Podcast: EP 97 – Surah Al-Baqarah (Ayah 220) 100% of your donations today goes towards the means of providing accessible Islamic knowledge to people around the world: supportqalam.com. Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/qalaminstitute Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/qalaminstitute Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/qalaminstitute Subscribe on Youtube: youtube.com/user/qalaminstitute

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Im Sonnenkult, in Mariens Heiligenschein, in Kunst, Religion und Architektur wird sie gefeiert. Denn sie leuchtet uns besonders hell, die Sonne!

Fr. Mike leads us through the book of Jude and discusses its main message of calling us to lives of faithfulness. He also contextualizes 2 Timothy by highlighting Paul's imprisonment and his final message to rekindle the gift of God within us. Today's readings are from Jude, 2 Timothy 1-2, and Proverbs 31:1-7. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

Christians call in to share the religious meaning of the holiday for them and what "Christian politics" mean as they come into the spotlight under the Trump administration. Then, listeners tell stories of moments that defined their common humanity with people from different backgrounds.

Was ist "Die Welt von …?" Wenn wir über Video- und Computerspiele sprechen, die entweder elaborat ausgestaltete eigene Welten mit Hintergrundgeschichten haben oder über solche, die ihre Welt aus Literatur, Rollenspiel oder Film borgen, nehmen wir uns zuweilen die Zeit und sprechen ausführlicher über Lore jener Welten als das in den regulären Folgen möglich wäre. Im Format Die Welt von… erforschen Rahel Schmitz und Mháire Stritter die Legenden, die Geografie, die Geschichte, die Politik von diesen fiktiven Welten und holen sich dabei von Fall zu Fall ergänzende Expertise von ausgewiesenen Kennern und Kennerinnen der jeweiligen Welt. Worum geht's: Die Welt der The Elder Scrolls-Spiele ist kein klassisches Fantasy-Reich mit klaren Helden und Bösewichten, sondern ein komplexes Geflecht aus Kulturen, Mythen, Machtstrukturen und Widersprüchen. Tamriel ist ein Kontinent, der von Imperien beherrscht und zugleich von lokalen Traditionen, Religionen und ethnischen Spannungen geprägt ist. Götter existieren hier nicht nur als ferne Legenden, sondern greifen sichtbar in die Geschichte ein, während Wahrheit, Propaganda und Mythos oft ununterscheidbar ineinanderfließen. Die Spiele erzählen diese Welt selten direkt – sie erschließt sich über Bücher, Architektur, Rituale, Fraktionen und die Perspektiven ihrer Bewohner. In dieser Folge erkunden Rahel und Mháire die Eigenheiten dieser Spielwelt: ihre politische Struktur, die Rolle von Magie und Religion, das Nebeneinander von großer Historie und persönlicher Alltagserfahrung sowie die bewusste Mehrdeutigkeit vieler Erzählungen. Es geht darum, wie The Elder Scrolls Weltenbau betreibt, warum sich Tamriel je nach Region völlig anders anfühlt – und weshalb diese Serie bis heute eine der dichtesten und faszinierendsten Fantasy-Welten der Computerspielgeschichte hervorgebracht hat. Einen Gast gibt es auch: Diesmal kommt im Podcast neben den Sprecherinnen Louis Kresoviç zum Einsatz, der betreibt auf YouTube unter dem Namen Amemos den größten deutschsprachigen Lorecast zum Thema Elder Scrolls Podcast-Credits: Sprecher, Redaktion: Rahel Schmitz, Mháire Stritter Gast: Louis Kresoviç Audioproduktion: Sascha Blach, Christian Schmidt Titelgrafik: Paul Schmidt Intro, Outro: Nino Kerl (Ansage); Chris Hülsbeck (Musik) Die Podcastfolge, in der es um das Spiel Morrowind geht, ist parallel zu dieser Folge erschienen.

This week, Paul reflects on Isaiah 53 to show how the beauty of Christmas is found in the beautiful and costly “job description” of the spotless Lamb.Join us for a weekly narration of Paul Tripp's popular devotional. You can subscribe to our email list to receive this devotional straight to your inbox each week, or read online at PaulTripp.com/Wednesday or on Facebook, Instagram, and the Paul Tripp App.If you've been enjoying the Wednesday's Word podcast, please leave us a review! Each review helps us reach more people with the transforming power of Jesus Christ.Partner with Paul Tripp Ministries:PaulTripp.com/Give

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https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20251224dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.” Luke 2:8-12 A Savior Has Been Born to You The shepherds weren’t expecting anything that night. They were just doing their jobs. They watched their flocks, kept predators away, and tried to stay warm in the darkness. Then suddenly, the night sky blazed with God’s glory, and an angel stood before them. Terror filled their hearts. Who could stand in the presence of God’s holiness? But the first words they heard were not words of judgment. They were words of comfort: “Do not be afraid.” Why not? Because God had not come to condemn. He had come to save. “Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you.” Notice the angel’s message. This Savior is for you. Not just for kings or priests. Not just for the powerful or important. For shepherds, for sinners, for all people. And the sign? Not a mighty warrior or dazzling throne, but a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger. God’s Son came in humility so that no one would be too lowly to approach him. On this holy night, the same message comes to you: Do not be afraid. Whatever guilt weighs on your conscience, whatever darkness troubles your heart, your Savior has been born. Rejoice! The good news of great joy is for you. Prayer: Lord Jesus, thank you for coming into this world for me. Drive away my fears and fill my heart with your peace and joy this Christmas Eve. Amen. Daily Devotions is brought to you by WELS. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 3.0 United States License. All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. ™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide.

This Christmas message isn't cute—it's confrontational. Y'ALL NEED JESUS. From the birth of Christ in Matthew 1 to the reality of sin, judgment, heaven, and hell, this sermon answers one question clearly: Why do we need Jesus? Because we've all sinned. Because the wages of sin is death. And because Jesus is the only way out. This is a call to repentance, salvation, and being born again. No religion. No masks. No excuses. Just truth, urgency, and hope found only in Jesus Christ.

Today is a holiday special edition of the podcast. It begins with a notice to Apple inc.  As update 26.1 has basically locked up their phones.  I discuss the tale of two coaching firings to ask the question. Where they covered differently because the possibility of less clicks or is this a two America's situation?  From there I weighed in on the mis-understanding on the M.O.U. (memo of understanding) that states starting next year if Notre Dame is in the top 12 of ranked teams, they automatically will be included in the CFP. Who knew about the memo and when they all knew. Lastly, a look at sport  team culture. Why it has taken a turn for the better or worst. The worst of man. Why are coaches using God/Religion as a tool for their team culture? Have they run out of tools to motivate athletes or just being lazy with a tool that can't be question.   Title Sponsor: minnesotapersonalinjury.com Sponsor: www.Linkzarts.com www.jaybeesgloverepair.com   #RELIGION, #CULTURE, #MOU, #TRANSFERPORTAL, #COACHES, #TWOAMERICAS, #OHIOU, #SHARRONEMOORE, #BRIANSMITH,     

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Fr. Mike emphasizes that Christian love isn't just about feelings—it's about living in God's truth by obeying his commandments. Fr. Mike also explains the context for St. Paul's words to St. Timothy about asceticism and caring for widows, and he ends today's reflection by encouraging us to keep fighting the good fight of faith. Today's readings are 2 John, 3 John; 1 Timothy 4-6; Proverbs 30:29-33. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

Dr. Sri shares a special Christmas message, accompanied by some beautiful music performed by his son, Paul, from the past year. _ _ For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC to 33-777 for weekly shownotes sent to your inbox.

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What does love really mean in these postmodern times? Is it merely rejecting the old and embracing the old or something else entirely?Dr. Marc Gafni redefines how quarks and love co-exist seamlessly in the universe and explains why you should be writing your sacred autobiography this week on Spirit Gym.Learn more about Marc's work on his website where you can register for his free, weekly Evolutionary Sensemaking program Sundays at 10 a.m. Western Time/1 p.m. Eastern Time and receive Chapters 1-4 of his book, Your Unique Self: The Radical Path to Personal Enlightenment, for free. Take Marc's Unique Self mini-course that's also free. Download Marc's free audiobook, The Erotic and The Holy, at this link.Also, check out Marc's work on the Office For the Future and the Center For World Philosophy and Religion.Find Marc on many social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X, YouTube, TikTok and Substack.Timestamps4:20 Marc has proposed a public conversation with Prof. Yuval Noah Harari about his undermining of the very fabric of the cosmos.11:44 What's wrong with social media — the first wave of AI — hijacking your attention?20:51 “Literally, there are love notes exchanged between the quarks.” 25:41 The need for a new world religion, as a context for our diversity.29:33 Uniqueness — a first principle and value — is not an act of separation.38:20 “Information is meaning and value.”50:18 The four meanings of amen.1:10:39 The ultimate postmodern question about love.ResourcesThe Evolution of Love From Quarks to Culture: The Rise of Evolutionary Relationships in Response to the Meta-Crisis by Dr. Marc Gafni1984: 75th Anniversary by George OrwellFind more resources for this episode on our website.Music Credit: Meet Your Heroes (444Hz), Composed, mixed, mastered and produced by Michael RB Schwartz of Brave Bear MusicThanks to our awesome sponsors:PaleovalleyBIOptimizers US and BIOptimizers UK PAUL15Organifi CHEK20Wild PasturesKorrect SPIRITGYMPique LifeCHEK Institute We may earn commissions from qualifying purchases using affiliate links.

Spiritual maturity doesn't begin with changing your behavior; it begins with reshaping your desires. By grace, growing as a follower of Jesus means learning to want what God wants, to value what he values, and to bring your heart into alignment with his.In today's episode, we continue our sermon series from the archives, The Gospel According to Mark, as Paul explores what Jesus came to do, and just as importantly, what he did not come to do, so that we learn to ask from Jesus only what he delights to give.To hear more sermons from Paul, visit PaulTripp.com/Sermons.

Pastor Munther Isaac talks about his hometown of Bethlehem – the scene of the nativity – celebrating Christmas for the first time in three years. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

The Hidden Lightness with Jimmy Hinton – A new national study reveals how childhood faith experiences shape whether people remain religious or walk away later in life. When belief is formed through kindness, authenticity, and safety, it endures. When shaped by fear or shame, lasting wounds often follow, challenging faith communities to protect children and model compassion over control...

It's almost Christmas. Deck the halls, ask Mary if she knew, and get ready to drink the water from Santa's bones! We're still deep in the Christmas spirit. In this episdoe, we're answering reddit questions and talking about relics. We'll be back with your normal Magnificast content next week.Pre-order our bookhttps://themagnificast.wordpress.com/pre-order-now-enough-is-enough-degrowth-capitalism-and-liberation-theology/Get our Winstanley Zinehttps://themagnificast.wordpress.com/zines/Join our patreonhttp://patreon.com/themagnificast

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The humble birth of Jesus Christ reveals a truth that, frankly, is shocking. In fact, it's as surprising today as it was in the day Mary gave birth to Jesus in a Bethlehem barn.In this episode of Live the Bible, we take a special look at Christmas and its surprising truth. What truth? The pursuits of our lives and passions can easily get misplaced. Jesus shows us that the way up is down. The way to true greatness in the eyes of God is to be a servant to Him—and to others—just like Jesus was from the day He was born. Support the show

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“Know your enemy” if you want to avoid the “peril of a hundred of battles.” -SunTzu In light of recent atrocities, including the massacre of Jews in Australia and the butchery of Christians in Nigeria, as well as the shootings on the campus of Brown University, maybe it's time we start acknowledging what we know about this enemy that seems so hell-bent on destroying us.

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“Then the Lord sent this message through the prophet Haggai: ‘Why are you living in luxurious houses while my house lies in ruins? This is what the Lord of Heaven's Armies says: Look at what's happening to you! You have planted much but harvest little. You eat but are not satisfied. You drink but are still thirsty. You put on clothes but cannot keep warm. Your wages disappear as though you were putting them in pockets filled with holes.'” - Haggai 1:3-6The book of Haggai is a bit of a jump back to the books of Ezra and Nehemiah and refocuses in on the temple. At its heart, this is a book about priorities. As the passage I just read says, “Why are you living in luxurious houses while my house lies in ruins?” God is using the prophet Haggai to call out hypocrisy, to call out wayward hearts but lo and behold, what happens? The people listen and we get to see God's response to their obedience. Haggai is not the longest book by any means, but there's a lot in it to unpack. To help us navigate the book of Haggai is Dr. Brian German, Associate Professor of Theology and Director of Concordia Bible Institute, and author of a commentary on Haggai. Doable Discipleship is a Saddleback Church podcast produced and hosted by Jason Wieland. It premiered in 2017 and now offers more than 450 episodes. Episodes release every Tuesday on your favorite podcast app and on the Saddleback Church YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/saddleback).Subscribe to the Doable Discipleship podcast at Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/doable-discipleship/id1240966935) or Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/1Zc9nuwQZOLadbFCZCmZ1V)Related Doable Discipleship Episodes: Navigating the Bible: Zephaniah - https://youtu.be/VtKeFsLeG4MNavigating the Bible: Habakkuk - https://youtu.be/89l0HUQceIwNavigating the Bible: Nahum - https://youtu.be/USg64a6Kk8wNavigating the Bible: Micah - https://youtu.be/Tcm3HykhkS8Navigating the Bible: Jonah - https://youtu.be/PxhIyhLSgJQNavigating the Bible: Obadiah - https://youtu.be/jB6W-TM5Y-oNavigating the Bible: Amos - https://youtu.be/8DqVHu7leDUNavigating the Bible: Joel - https://youtu.be/Ilg6r300q4UNavigating the Bible: Hosea - https://youtu.be/nWZ4TuAUSRQNavigating the Bible: Daniel - https://youtu.be/bnQ-PioWxfgNavigating the Bible: Ezekiel - https://youtu.be/hlg6gBYxqsgNavigating the Bible: Lamentations - https://youtu.be/6rrizlXeYXENavigating the Bible: Jeremiah - https://youtu.be/lXPjWl8PdRkNavigating the Bible: Isaiah - https://youtu.be/NZJLaPkgEgsNavigating the Bible: Song of Songs - https://youtu.be/Sg0CYlNBVMgNavigating the Bible: Ecclesiastes - https://youtu.be/-Wr7LCh8F9ENavigating the Bible: Proverbs - https://youtu.be/DytRT5AsZg8Navigating the Bible: Psalms - https://youtu.be/oZeesooAYUINavigating the Bible: Job - https://youtu.be/14jaf2T1eCQNavigating the Bible: Esther - https://youtu.be/7RZ7ATWQZucNavigating the Bible: Nehemiah - https://youtu.be/Gok4WDgwn5INavigating the Bible: Ezra - https://youtu.be/aBC0nEjYeyoNavigating the Bible: 2 Chronicles - https://youtu.be/OG3rHTgMgEINavigating the Bible: 1 Chronicles - https://youtu.be/lQ_Qc4zbfgANavigating the Bible: 2 Kings - https://youtu.be/04q9gDhBKTkNavigating the Bible: 1 Kings - https://youtu.be/aS-KoeQXl2kNavigating the Bible: 2 Samuel - https://youtu.be/ZbpafGgOW7cNavigating the Bible: 1 Samuel - https://youtu.be/lY8wPElSFMYNavigating the Bible: Rute - https://youtu.be/YaH-t-ZzTaMNavigating the Bible: Judges - https://youtu.be/qNGcOf2o0NUNavigating the Bible: Joshua - https://youtu.be/hF28aThBtFsNavigating the Bible: Deuteronomy - https://youtu.be/HzmNgPOM4zUNavigating the Bible: Numbers - https://youtu.be/H1HO6V9HDxsNavigating the Bible: Leviticus - https://youtu.be/08RhDCXYex4Navigating the Bible: Exodus - https://youtu.be/NB9UTpS1F3MNavigating the Bible: Genesis - https://youtu.be/ddhjMfOoasAInspiring Dreams by Keys of Moon | https://soundcloud.com/keysofmoonMusic promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/Creative Commons CC BY 4.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20251223dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion But after he had considered this, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said, “Joseph son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary home as your wife, because what is conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit. She will give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins.” Matthew 1:20-21 Give Him the Name Jesus Joseph’s world had been turned upside down. The woman he loved was expecting a child, and Joseph knew he wasn’t the father. In his hurt and confusion, he planned to end the engagement quietly. But before he could act, God intervened. Through an angel, the Lord gave Joseph the comfort he needed: “Do not be afraid.” Mary’s child was no scandal. He was the Savior, conceived by the Holy Spirit. This was not Joseph’s plan, but it was God’s, and it was perfect. The angel even told Joseph the baby’s name: Jesus. That name means “The Lord saves.” His purpose was clear. He will save his people from their sins. Not from Roman rulers. Not from poverty or sickness. But from the deeper problem that haunts every heart—sin. What a message of hope! We too face fear and confusion when life does not go as planned. We wrestle with guilt over choices we made, with uncertainty about the future, with the pain of brokenness in our world. Yet in our turmoil, God still speaks: “Do not be afraid.” Why not? Because Jesus has come. He has come to save us from our sins. He has lived the perfect life we could not, carried our guilt to the cross, and risen victorious from the grave. His name is still our comfort today: Jesus. The Lord saves. Like Joseph, we may not always understand God’s plan. But we can trust his promise. In Christ, we are forgiven. In Christ, we are safe. And in Christ, we have every reason to live without fear. Prayer: Lord Jesus, thank you for coming to save me from my sins. When fear and doubt rise in my heart, remind me of your name and your promise: The Lord saves. Amen. Daily Devotions is brought to you by WELS. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 3.0 United States License. All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. ™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide.

Colleen and Nikki welcome Christmas by sharing how Christmas is different for them since they have become Christians. Richard ends the episode by reading the Christmas story from Luke 2. Have you trusted the Savior who came as a baby on Christmas?Support the showWebsite, donation link: http://proclamationmagazine.com/Facebook—Former Adventist: https://www.facebook.com/FormerAdventist/Facebook—Life Assurance Ministries: https://www.facebook.com/ProclamationMagazine/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FormerAdventist

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Regular readers of MinistryWatch know that I'm a bit of a Ryan Burge fan-boy. His weekly Substack column, “Graphs About Religion,” is required reading for me. I cite it often in my weekly “Signs and Wonders” column. That's why I'm kind of geeking out today, now that we finally have him on the podcast. The occasion for this get-together is his new book. It's called The Vanishing Church: How The Hollowing Out of Moderate Congregations is Hurting Democracy, Faith, and Us. I've got to admit that when I saw the title of this book, I thought to myself, “I'm not sure the hollowing out of moderate congregations is such a bad thing.” Jesus himself didn't have much use for lukewarm Christians. But I have to admit that, after reading Ryan's book, I have – well – moderated my position on moderate congregations. At least…moderately. As you'll hear, I push back on Ryan's thesis a bit, and as I think you will also hear, this was a lively and respectful conversation. Ryan Burge is a professor of practice at The Danforth Center on Religion and Politics at Washington University. He previously taught at Eastern Illinois University. He is the author of several previous books, including his 2023 book The Great Dechurching, which may have been my onramp to Ryan's work. In addition to writing his weekly Substack column, which I just mentioned, he is also a regular contributor to The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Politico, and other publications. He has appeared on CBS News' flagship program 60 Minutes, and has been cited by countless other news programs, podcasts, and news articles. We had this conversation via zoom. The producer for today's program is Jeff McIntosh. If you are listening to this program during the week we dropped it, MERRY CHRISTMAS. Thanks for making MinistryWatch a part of your holiday festivities. Until next time, may God bless you.

1205 -Christmas Cutbacks 1210 - Side Question: The best small invention 1215 - Windmills and the cost of living 1220 - Caller of the year 1225 - Acknowledging that the economy needs to be addressed; Biden is to blame, Affordability needs to be a major concern It's not the republican party, it's the Trump party 1230 - Virginia from Wayne call (SQ: Fountain Pen) Christmas Tree Prices Trump against the world Guy Ciarrocchi, Affordability Youth and Religion, and the Best Caller

Christmas Cutbacks 1210 - Side Question: The best small invention 1215 - Windmills and the cost of living 1220 - Caller of the year 1225 - Acknowledging that the economy needs to be addressed; Biden is to blame, Affordability needs to be a major concern It's not the republican party, it's the Trump party 1230 - Virginia from Wayne call (SQ: Fountain Pen) Christmas Tree Prices 1240 - Guy Ciarrocchi Trump against the world 1255 - Youth and Religion, and the Best Caller 1 - Heather Torno Turning Point 105 - Charlie Kirk Legacy and Turning Point Rally 110 - Heather Torno still and affordability 120 - More men are going to church 125 - Prices and more discussion about midnight mass 130 - Evan Bochetto speaking on young republicans 145 - The Top callers of the year 150 - Robert from Bensalem, caller of the year. 205 - Mid term elections and people not wanting to do stuff over Christmas 210 - Joe From Columbus The Catholic Church, Midnight Mass and the breast pump 215 - Money Melody - All the Small things by Avril Lavinge 220 - Rand Paul Festivus Report 225 - Money Melody 240 - Lightning round

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 Welcome to the Next Generation Roundtable. Our host is Liberty McArtor who also hosts the Know Why Podcast. In the first hour, Young Voices Contributor Ethan Watson and Pastor Joshua Barnes join her. In the second hour, Liberty will be joined by Steven Mosley political theorist Will Barclay. They will discuss […]

On this episode of Coffee With Friends, the Boys are back with Friend of the Show™ Gabe Short to discuss all things Christmas. Specifically, we get into the traditions and implications of the Christmas Holiday. But that all comes after a debate over the future of the Chiefs and the Panthers playoff hopes. Also, for about 8 minutes in the middle, the microphone is picking up someone's heart beat, so don't freak out when you hear it. Anyway, Merry Christmas to all and to all a good night! #EggNog

In this Rohatsu Sesshin talk, Chozen reflects on the meaning of awakening—not as a one-time event, but as an ongoing opening into reality beyond self, time, and conceptual division. Drawing on classic Zen stories, Dōgen's teaching of non-thinking, and stages of meditative settling described in the Chan tradition, she explores how sustained concentration and a quiet, even silent mind allow the constructed sense of self to loosen and fall away. Through vivid examples, humor, and practical guidance, the talk emphasizes awakening as something that must be clarified, embodied, and continually refined through committed practice, ethical living, and ongoing housecleaning of habitual patterns—revealing a way of being aligned with impermanence, intimacy, and boundless clarity. ★ Support this podcast ★

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On Tuesday's show: We learn about problems with group homes for elderly or disabled people across the state, which is the subject of an investigation from the Texas Observer.Also this hour: The holidays may bring realizations about the health of aging family members in your life. We get some advice on how to handle that situation with care.Then, in this month's installment of The Bigger Picture, we consider what the new Knives Out movie, Wake Up Dead Man, has to say about religious leadership and guidance.And listeners share some of their favorite holiday songs in the Houston Matters Holiday Mixtape.Watch

In this festive episode of Talking Ish, the hosts engage in lively banter, introduce their guests with humor, and delve into Christmas traditions and family dynamics. The conversation takes a humorous turn as they debate the greatest Christmas song, share interesting trivia about Christmas customs, and explore cultural insights related to the holiday. In this conversation, the hosts delve into the origins of the song 'Jingle Bells,' discussing its historical context and the implications of its ties to racism and minstrel shows. They explore the ongoing debate surrounding cancel culture and how it relates to music, particularly during the holiday season. The discussion shifts to family traditions, highlighting how these practices evolve over time and the significance of food and gatherings in celebrating Christmas. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding cultural context and the impact of historical narratives on contemporary celebrations. In this lively conversation, the participants explore various themes related to fashion, Christmas traditions, and the nostalgia of childhood gifts. They discuss the impact of Fenty Savage's fashion line, share personal stories about family gatherings during the holidays, and reminisce about the food that brings them together. The conversation also touches on the expectations and disappointments that come with gift-giving, culminating in a discussion about the best and worst gifts they've ever received. In this engaging conversation, the participants explore themes of cultural identity, childhood memories, and the complexities of gift-giving. They share humorous anecdotes about their experiences with pets and the emotional significance of gifts received during their youth. The discussion highlights how cultural misunderstandings can lead to funny situations and how the value of gifts can evolve over time, ultimately connecting the group through shared experiences and laughter. In this lively conversation, the hosts and guests share their unique takes on Christmas traditions, favorite movies, and songs that evoke nostalgia and joy. They explore the meaning of friendship through gift-giving, discuss beloved holiday films, and reflect on the music that defines the festive season. Become a Habitual Ish Talker and follow us on The App Formally Known As Twitter: twitter.com/TalkinIsh_PodJoin in on the conversation! E-Mail us at ⁠talkinishpod@gmail.com⁠Listen to the audio version: https://linktr.ee/TalkinIshPod00:00 - Welcome to the Festivities05:30 -The Christmas Episode Begins11:29 - Debating the Greatest Christmas Song17:06 - Cultural References and Personal Anecdotes26:12 - Christmas Traditions and Fun Facts31:38 - The Origins of Jingle Bells: A Controversial History37:16 - Cultural Relevance: Should We Cancel Jingle Bells?45:44 - Cultural Reflections on Religion and History54:07 - Family Gatherings and Culinary Heritage59:08 - Creating New Traditions: The Gingerbread House Competition01:04:40 - Christmas Traditions and Family Gatherings01:11:42 - Secret Santa Stories and Gift Expectations01:18:20 - Childhood Gift Disappointments and Laughs01:24:12 - Christmas Traditions and Family Dynamics01:30:06 - Gift Giving: Best and Worst Experiences01:35:06 - Unwanted Gifts and Family Dynamics01:42:48 - Pet Ownership and Responsibility01:47:50 - Creating Family Traditions and Experiences01:53:53 - Consequences of Power Dynamics in Relationships02:02:02 - Christmas Memories and Favorites02:07:48 - Animated Christmas Specials02:13:25 - The Grinch and Cultural Commentary02:20:46 - Christmas Traditions and Memories02:26:43 - Cultural Commentary and Good-Bye

Are you getting ready to read the Bible in a year? Fr. Mike shares why it's worth following the Bible in a Year journey and how to prepare for this life-changing adventure. He explains how the reading plan works, how to build a listening habit, and how to persevere along the year when it gets tough. He reminds us that it is our "why" that ultimately shapes our "way" through the Bible. He also shares practical resources that can help us get the most out of the Bible in a Year journey. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

Today Fr. Mike reminds us that God created us out of love, for love. Fr. Mike also points out where the Catholic Church draws her doctrine on the difference between mortal and venial sin, as well as what St. Paul means when he teaches that there is only "one mediator" between God and man. Today's readings are 1 John 4-5, 1 Timothy 1-3, and Proverbs 30: 24-28. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

David Choe is a world-renowned artist, writer, podcaster and TV host. He tells how as a child, he was made to believe he was destined for greatness but also that he was a complete disgrace, leading him to channel his energy—including deep shame—into art that brought him global recognition. He shares about his addictions that put him on a decades-long cycle of extreme highs and lows and that forced him to eventually acknowledge and heal the childhood trauma he was battling inside. David shows up with raw, authentic presence to show us how we can transmute pain and shame into our best creative work and, more importantly, how complete vulnerability, especially about our hardest experiences, is the ultimate tool for forgiveness and self-acceptance. He also tells us the actual story about early Facebook, Pee-wee Herman and Santa Claus. Note: This conversation includes topics and language that may not be suitable for younger audiences. Read the episode show notes at hubermanlab.com. Thank you to our sponsors AG1: https://drinkag1.com/huberman Eight Sleep: https://eightsleep.com/huberman LMNT: https://drinklmnt.com/huberman Function: https://functionhealth.com/huberman Mateina: https://drinkmateina.com/huberman Timestamps 00:00:00 David Choe 00:03:10 Drawing, Black & Colors, Death 00:12:54 Telepathy, South Bay 00:17:52 Sponsors: Eight Sleep & LMNT 00:20:40 Childhood, Podcasts, Mundane Moments & Artist Life 00:28:45 Mother, Beliefs, Religion, Artistic Ability, Childhood 00:33:27 Gambling, Transformation; Immigrant, Disgrace 00:40:10 Street Art, Graffiti, Creativity; Paintings, Payment; Sports 00:52:08 Sponsor: AG1 00:53:30 Santa, Belief; Journal, Vulnerability; Heart Break, Art 01:00:16 Facebook, Graffiti; Theft, Gambling 01:10:57 Adapting, Creativity 01:17:16 Album Cover, Art & Payment 01:23:40 Sponsor: Function 01:25:28 Immigrant & Belonging, Academics, Learning Art, Marvel Comics, Shame 01:35:11 Shame, Gambling Addiction, Stress 01:43:05 Sexual Abuse, Trauma, Shame, Addiction 01:51:52 Early Career, Pornography, Author 02:01:20 Graffiti, Disappointment, Rejection; Early Magazines 02:08:26 Sponsor: Mateina 02:09:27 Pornography, Co-Dependence; Movie Set 02:18:00 Pride & Family, Vice; Pokémon 02:26:44 Podcast, Workaholism, Shame, Reality; Anthony Bourdain, Channing Tatum 02:38:54 Writing, Career Success, Workaholism, Vice, News, Self-Sabotage, Heart Attack 02:52:21 Growth & Pain, Sizzler; David Arquette 02:58:40 Rehab, God, Purpose, Parents & Disappointment, The Choe Show, Pee-Wee Herman 03:05:53 Gratitude, Korean Immigrant, Self-Reflection, Brokenness 03:14:37 Emotion, Saying No, Suicide; Vacation & Workaholism, Art 03:25:23 Legacy; Vacation, Work; Authenticity 03:31:15 Surviving & Thriving, Suicide, Addiction, Play the Tape Out, Fun, Feeling Enough 03:44:43 Hope & Faith, Electronics, Santa Claus 03:51:23 Zero-Cost Support, YouTube, Spotify & Apple Follow, Reviews & Feedback, Sponsors, Protocols Book, Social Media, Neural Network Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fr. Mike reminds us that, unlike Adam and Eve who gave into "the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life," we are called to surrender our hearts and minds to the Lord and reject the things of this world. Today's readings are 1 John 1-3; 2 Thessalonians 1-3; Proverbs 30:20-23. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.