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In this episode of Skip the Queue, Andy Povey sits down with Jérôme Giacomoni, co-founder and Chairman of AEROPHILE, the world leader in tethered gas balloons and immersive aerial experiences. Jérôme shares the story of how AEROPHILE began with a simple idea, to “make everybody fly” and grew into a global company operating in multiple countries, including France and the U.S.Tune in to hear about the company's signature attractions, including tethered balloon flights, the innovative Aerobar concept, and high-profile projects such as how you can experience flying the Olympic cauldron in Paris. Jérôme also shares how AEROPHILE has leveraged its unique platform to explore scientific initiatives like air-quality and climate-change monitoring and how he Integrates unique revenue streams from sponsorship and advertising.Skip the Queue is brought to you by Rubber Cheese, a digital agency that builds remarkable systems and websites for attractions that helps them increase their visitor numbers. Your host is Paul Marden, with co host Andy Povey and roving reporter Claire Furnival.If you like what you hear, you can subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, and all the usual channels by searching Skip the Queue or visit our website SkiptheQueue.fm.If you've enjoyed this podcast, please leave us a five star review, it really helps others find us. And remember to follow us on LinkedIn. Show references:  https://www.aerophile.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerome-giacomoni-3074b7/Jérôme Giacomoni is co-founder of Groupe AEROPHILE and Chairman of AEROPHILE SAS. Since 1993, he has led the company to become the world leader in tethered gas balloons and balloon flights, operating iconic sites in France, the U.S., and Cambodia, and flying over 500,000 passengers annually. He also pioneered “flying food-tainment” with the Aerophare and Aerobar. Jérôme is a member of IAAPA, serves on the board of SNELAC, and is a Team France Export ambassador, earning multiple awards for entrepreneurship and innovation. Plus, live from the Day 2 of the IAAPA Expo Europe show floor, we catch up with:Rheanna Sorby –Marketing & Creative Director,  The Seasonal Grouphttps://theseasonalgroup.co.uk/https://www.linkedin.com/in/rheanna-sorby-seasonal/Sohret Pakis – Polin Waterparkshttps://www.polin.com.tr/https://www.linkedin.com/in/sohretpakis/Thomas Collin – Sales Manager, VEX Solutionshttps://www.vex-solutions.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-collin-18a476110/Peter Cliff – CEO // Founder, Conductr.https://conductr.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-cliff/Laura Baxter – Founder, Your CMOhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-baxter-4a756466/Josh Haywood – Resort Director, Crealy Theme Park & Resorthttps://www.crealy.co.uk/https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-haywood-68463630/ Transcriptions:  Paul Marden: Welcome to Skip the Queue, the podcast about the world's best attractions and the people that work in them. I'm your host Paul Marden, and with my co-host Andy Povey and roving reporter Claire Furnival, we're here at IAAPA Expo Europe. In today's episode, I go on a trip on Santa's Enchanted Elevator with the Seasonal Group, and Claire meets Peter Cliff from Conductr. But before all that, let's head over to Andy.Andy Povey: Good morning, everybody. I'm joined today by Jerome Giacomoni from AEROPHILE for our French listeners. I hope I've got that right. Jerome is the chief exec of AEROPHILE and has been the co-founder and president of AEROPHILE. And AEROPHILE supply helium-based balloon observation opportunities. I probably got the marketing on that completely wrong, Jerome. So please, can you share with our listeners what AEROPHILE is all about?Jerome Giacomoni: So AEROPHILE is a company I created with Mathieu Gobbi, my partner, 32 years ago, with a very simple idea, make everybody fly, you know, and we use a balloon to fly. So we have a tethered balloon. We have a huge, big balloon inflated with helium, a gas lighter than air. And we go up to more or less 150 meters high. up to 30 passengers. So we are linked to the ground with a cable, and the cable is linked to a winch. So you have to imagine that you have a winch that— when we go up—pulls when we go down. This is the exact opposite of an elevator because the balloon wants to go higher and higher. We have a lifting force of four tons.Andy Povey:Wow.Jerome Giacomoni:Yes, it's a big one. And so we need a cable to keep it. And thanks to this lifting force, we can fight against the wind.Jerome Giacomoni: And so the balloon can swing when you have some wind because the balloon is just pulled by the cable itself.Andy Povey: And trust me, listeners, they look absolutely spectacular. Just before we started recording, I was admitting to Jerome that I'm scared of heights. So I've stood and watched. The dining balloon, Futuroscope, never managed to pluck up the courage to try it myself.Jerome Giacomoni: This is another concept, Andy. So we have built two concepts. One is a tethered balloon, a real one with helium, with a cable, with a winch, and we fly by ourselves. The balloon flies by itself, okay? We did another concept 20 years after we created our company, so 10 years before now, in 2013, which is what we call the aero bar. It's a flying bar, and you have an inflatable balloon. to cover the gondola, but it's a fake. This is a real elevator, and you have a gondola with some winches and a metallic structure, and you go up and down. So what you saw in Futuroscope is not a balloon. It's a real elevator.Jerome Giacomoni: And the one you can see in Disneyland Paris, Disney World, Orlando or San Diego Zoo are a real balloon named a tethered balloon. So I'm glad you fell down into the trick. You caught me. Yes, I'm glad about that. But we have really two different concepts.Andy Povey: But the concept, the thing that the guest is experiencing, isn't really related to whether it's a balloon or a lift.Jerome Giacomoni: No. i think it's very different okay i think the aerobar is fun and you have the feet in the sky you feel the thrill of height and everything but you stop at 35 meters it's it's quite high for a ride but it's not a real flight And I think the balloon is a real flight. We have a balloon in Paris. We have a balloon in Budapest, Berlin. And you see the city from the sky at 150 meters high, which is very high. So you really experience a flight. With the aerobar, you have a ride, okay? So both of them are related to the sky, are related to the view, but one is really a flight, the other one is really a ride.Andy Povey: That makes absolute sense.Andy Povey: It doesn't reassure me on my fear of heights anymore, that I would like to go up three times, four times taller, higher than the one I saw first. Very interesting. So, listeners, we're often talking about technology and attractions. There's a huge amount of talk about augmented reality, about AI, about motion simulators. The reason, Jerome, we asked you to come and talk to us is because you don't do any of that. No—your experience is fantastic and it's new and it's unique, but there's no technology or very little obvious technology.Jerome Giacomoni: Yes, quite little. You know, it's amazing because we do this for now 32 years, as I told you. The first balloon was inflated in 1994. We have sold 120 balloons in more than 40 countries. And each time with the balloon, you have a magical effect, you know, because the balloon itself is very nice— because the balloon itself is a show from people looking at it from the ground. And because... The flight experience is amazing because you are really in the sky. You are really looking at the ground, at the landscape. You have no noise, you know, when you take a helicopter or plane. You have a lot of noise. You are in an enclosed airplane or helicopter. Here you are outside. You are on a balcony flying at 150 meters. And wherever we are, always we have like a magical effect of the flight. And with the flying bar, we decided to do something different— where we say, 'Why drink on ground where you can drink in the sky?'Jerome Giacomoni: So we add the drink to the ride, you know. So you are on a table and you have what we say in French conviviality. So we share a drink. We go at 35 meters and you have the thrill of the view of the height and also the conviviality of drinking. So this is another concept, but both of them are universal. And wherever we do it, we have sold 20 aero bars worldwide.Jerome Giacomoni: Everybody is very happy to have this kind of ride. I would say we are on the side of the main market. You know, we have two niche products. The balloon is a niche product. And the AeroBar is a niche product where we have another experience than a normal ride, like a roller coaster or a flume or a spinning coaster.Andy Povey: You say you're a nice product, but the balloon in Paris for the Olympics, where you lifted the cauldron, had phenomenal numbers of visitors watching. That wasn't something you could go on.Jerome Giacomoni: Yes, it was an amazing opportunity. You know, sometimes life gives you some presents.Jerome Giacomoni: And imagine that we were contacted by the Olympic Organisation Committee one day, and we believed it was a joke. And they said, 'We need to talk to you.' And then we discovered that instead of flying humans, they asked us to fly a cauldron. So the Olympic cauldron. And we have like one year and a half of design and manufacturing.Jerome Giacomoni: And then, at 11 pm, 25, the balloon has to fly in front of everybody. I can tell you it was a very stressful time. But so nice and so amazing to have experiences. So, yes, the balloon suddenly was visible by everybody. And that's back now in Paris, isn't it? Yes. First of all, the balloon has to stay only twice— 15 days. You know, you have the Olympics and the Paralympics. So we were open only 30 days in total. And the success was so huge that every night, you have dozens of thousands of people coming to look at it. That's why the mayor of Paris and the French president decided to keep it.Jerome Giacomoni: And just after the deflation of the balloon, they call us back and say, 'Jerome and Mathieu, we would like to have the balloon back.' So we work again with the city of Paris and the French presidency, and we agreed to put the balloon.Jerome Giacomoni: Three times, three months. So from June 21st, in France, this is a music event, you know, the Day of Music. To September 14th, which is a day of sport. So every year until the Olympic game of LA, we will operate the balloon for three months in the summertime. Fantastic.Andy Povey: So, Jerome, you operate in lots and lots of different countries all over the world. I think it's 14 countries that you've been.Jerome Giacomoni: No, we sold, but we operate only in the US and in France.Andy Povey: Ah, okay. Interesting.Jerome Giacomoni: We own ourselves, we operate ourselves, six balloons in the 120 we have sold. So we operate three in Paris region. One, the Parc André Citroën, where we have the Generali balloon since 1999. One in Disneyland Paris since 2005. So we are in Disneyland Paris for now 20 years. Time is flying. And the last one, the Cold Run, which is a very specific event that we operate now for one year and for the next two years. And in the US, we operate Disney World Orlando in Disney Spring since 2009, and San Diego Zoo Safari Park since 2005, and Irvine. South of LA since 2007. So we operate now six balloons for a long, long time, except the cold run. And we keep selling balloons.Jerome Giacomoni: We sell more or less five to six balloons every year.Andy Povey: And how do you find the differences between the French culture and you're on either side of America, so the differences between the different coasts of America and France?Jerome Giacomoni: Yes, we... We are in the US, but we are also in Mexico, in a lot of countries in Asia. In the Middle East, we have a beautiful balloon in Dubai. We have a beautiful balloon in Seoul. So we work a lot with very different cultures. You know, it's very interesting to sell the same product to different cultures. So I would say... The main difference probably lies in the contract. It's very funny when you make the contract. I would say a 'yes' is not the same 'yes' depending on the culture. But everybody is, you know, you... You love people when you work worldwide. You learn a lot, you discover a lot. You have to learn with different cultures. And I have the chance in my professional life to experience that and to meet people from all over the world. And, you know, my job is to go on site, and discuss with someone, and see if it's possible or not to have a balloon at this place.Jerome Giacomoni: So it's always a beautiful job because I travel in a lot of countries in beautiful spots.Jerome Giacomoni: We don't succeed a lot because, if not, I would have sold thousands of balloons. We have always constraints with local authority, with food traffic, etc. But always, it's a pleasure to meet people. And once... The balloon is accepted by the local authority when the customer has a finance for it. Then start more or less a one-year work together between installation, work on site, inflation, and training of the team. And after... They fly with their own wings, even if we have no wings with our balloons.Andy Povey: Very good. And I imagine that you don't put balloons into ugly places.Jerome Giacomoni: We did, sometimes for specific contracts. Ugly, I won't use this name, but not very obvious, logical site. But it has happened. Sometimes we do for small events or for specific needs.Jerome Giacomoni: But yes, most of the time, the sites are very interesting.Andy Povey: So there are other things you're doing with the balloons. So the air quality messaging that you have above Paris. Tell us more about your opportunities to influence in other areas.Jerome Giacomoni: Yes, you know, the balloon is not only a ride, a passenger ride, but it's also an amazing opportunity for communication and for advertisement. So in the city center, like Paris, Berlin, or Seoul, the balloon is used also as a giant advertising billboard. So you have two revenues. You have the revenue of the passenger, but you have also the sponsor revenue.Jerome Giacomoni: When we started the balloon in Paris, it was extremely difficult to get the authorisation to have a balloon in Paris centre. We are two kilometres south of the Eiffel Tower. But you remember, we had the famous Millennium, the Y2K. uh and and so the mayor faris was looking for a new idea and we propose a balloon And they gave us only a one year and a half contract. And the investment was quite huge. And we told him, OK, we can do it, but we cannot do it for only one year and a half. Except if you accept that we have a name on the balloon, a naming and a sponsor on the balloon. And the mayor say yes. And we start another business where we put sponsor on the balloon. And this is a very good business because it makes a... activity immediately profitable so we did that in Paris in 1999 and in 2008 the balloon was like 10 years old because when you fly you have your the balloon is huge we talk about a 32 meters high balloon we talk about like a 12-story building.Jerome Giacomoni: So everybody knows the balloon in Paris. Everybody can see it. And so, when we fly, we have 400,000 people who immediately see us. So we decided to give citizen aspect. And we start— pour changer le couleur de la balle selon la qualité de l'air. C'était en 2008. Et parce que nous l'avons fait, nous avons des scientifiques... coming to us and say, 'Hey, this balloon is a wonderful platform to measure air quality because you make like a carrot of the air from zero to 150 meters. Jerome Giacomoni:  Can we bring some scientist instrument on the gondola? And we say yes. And then we start to make science. And then we start to make scientific publications, scientific publications. And then we start a new business where the balloon is not only a tethered gas balloon for passenger, it's only... advertising billboard and now it's only a scientific platform and so this is very interesting and the last things we have done in 2024 no this year in 2025 is to use the balloon for global climate change. As you know, we have two main gas pollutants for the climate change, CO2 and CH4. And the balloon is a perfect platform to measure evolution on CO2 and CH4. So we are working with a European group named ICOS. gathering all the best laboratories in Europe, who are making a huge study on how CO2 and CH4 how they are in each city.Jerome Giacomoni: And Paris has been chosen as a pilot city. So we are very glad to work with them. And so now the Balloon is also working on climate change. And we will have big, big, big LED screen. So we make some technology sometime, as you said, to inform people on the temperature elevation in Europe and in the world. And the news are very bad, as everybody knows.Andy Povey: But that's fascinating. I love the integration you've been able to take from this unique proposition and apply it to different markets, different problems.Jerome Giacomoni: You know, Andy, I think we have to exit from the box. My message to... all people who are listening to us.Jerome Giacomoni: Okay, passenger rides is very important. It's a key market for many of us. But sometimes we can use... another way to find new flow of revenue, like advertising, and we can be also helpful to our other citizens, like working freely for scientists to make measurements on pollutants of the air. This helps with both air quality and also climate change.Andy Povey: It's a beautiful concept, Jerome. I love it. Love it.Andy Povey: So, final question. Your experiences are obviously very unique. What advice would you have for a venue and possibly a smaller venue that doesn't have the resources to be able to build something 150 metres high or put something 150 metres into the air? What advice would you give them on how to make a compelling experience for visitors?Jerome Giacomoni: I really believe that you have to stick on your roots, okay? I mean that people want authenticity.Jerome Giacomoni: And as you know, we are very keen on balloons, as you can imagine. So we make in our, you know, Paris, it's in Paris where you have the first flight. Yeah. In 1783. Montgolfier, brothers. Yes, with the Montgolfier brothers, with Charles, the scientist. So we really stick on our roots. And I think where you are in Brittany, where you are in Japan, you have to follow your own road and your own path. By feeling what could be the good idea, but also what is your feeling inside you. You need to have something different that you feel very confident with.Andy Povey: Beautiful final thought, Jerome, I like it a lot. So listeners, stay authentic and be passionate.Jerome Giacomoni: Exactly, the right word is passionate.Paul Marden: Next up, let's get some soundbites from the show floor.Rheanna  Sorby: My name's Rheanna. I'm Marketing and Creative Director for the Seasonal Group. We are curators of Christmas magic all year round. Wow, wow.Paul Marden: So you make Christmas special?Rheanna  Sorby: We're the Christmas elves.Paul Marden: Awesome, awesome. I can see you've got such a great set of stands. What have you got here that you're exhibiting for the first time?Rheanna  Sorby: We have Santa's Enchanted Express, which is a three-minute experience that transports customers and guests from a very festive train station to the North Pole in just under three minutes. So it's quite a Christmas miracle. And it also transports on nine pallets. So it's a great return on investment for customers there if it's 24 people on. We also have our elevator experience, which went viral last year. And then we have VR, animatronics, and a lot of our famous items, like the snowman here, just dressed as a little, it's some sort of operator.Paul Marden: Yeah, yeah, yeah, absolutely. So we don't have a lot of luck with lifts at the moment because the team got stuck in a lift yesterday for about 45 minutes. Stop it. We got rescued by the... Well, I didn't get in the lift. I walked because there wasn't enough room. But two of them had to be rescued by the fire brigadeRheanna  Sorby: Okay, so this might be triggering. Well, you know.Paul Marden: Oh, no, I found it hilarious.Paul Marden: I was hugely supportive on the outside, yelling into them.Paul Marden: But Santa won't let me get stuck in a lift today, will he? Absolutely not.Rheanna  Sorby: No, there's an emergency exit. Excellent.Paul Marden: So what's new and innovative then about the Santa Express? What are you bringing to market?Rheanna  Sorby: So a lot of our clients, we sell business to business. They're struggling to get people into shopping centres and we're finding that we need to create retail theatre. So that is something I see as a massive trend moving forward. People want nostalgia. They want an experience, something memorable. But also our customers need a way to return investment as well. So they hopefully will spend something with us and then ticket the experience. So that's something that we're pivoting our business towards. Trying to create a brand new experience every year. A lot of people are struggling nowadays, cost of living.Paul Marden: Yeah, absolutely.Rheanna  Sorby: It's difficult, so we're trying to find a way that brings the Christmas magic to people's doors.Paul Marden: We are, where are we at the moment? We're in September, so we've still got a couple of months left before Christmas 2025, but that must be over for you.Rheanna  Sorby: No, the quality of the street is on the shelves. It's already happening. The install season starts literally on Monday for us. Really? Yes. When we get back, we land and then we start installing.Paul Marden: And so this is the busy time. So let's talk about Christmas 2026. What are the trends that you see coming along at that point?Rheanna  Sorby: Whimsical, whimsical. So we've got Wicked number two coming out. And we've also had all like the Whoville, that sort of style, the Grinch. So imagine pastels, furry trees, things that don't quite make sense, a lot of whimsical wonderland, I would say, trend-wise. But equally immersive experiences and how we can bring magic to you.Paul Marden: Wonderful, wonderful. Thank you ever so much. Rheanna, it's been lovely to meet you. Thank you for coming on the podcast. And let's go and visit Santa in his lift, shall we? Yeah, excellent.Paul Marden: And here it is. So we are surrounded by suites in an old-fashioned lift. And there's our doors closed.Paul Marden: Oh, how amazing is this? We're going up.Paul Marden: Ice like Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. The Great Glass Elevator. This is amazing. We're up over the clouds. Just stunning. There's a train there. I think we're going to follow into the tunnel after the train. Yes.Paul Marden: Got cold, now we're underground. Now we're in the tunnel.Paul Marden: And I think this might be Santa's factory.Paul Marden: Let's get ready.Paul Marden: Merry Christmas. The big man's chair as well. Can I take a seat in the big man's chair? Ho, ho, ho.Sohret Pakis: Hi, Paul. My name is Shorhet Pakis. I'm the brand ambassador for Polin Waterparks.Paul Marden: What are you launching this year at IAAPA? What's new for you?Sohret Pakis:Last year, we have won two big awards for a themed water slide, which is... Stingray it was in Nantes in France and it was something big because you know it was like Europeans best water slide number one and I have a brass ring award winner about two million number one but last night in Porta Ventura Stingray has won the second time best water slide of Europe award. But we have something new about it. Last year when I was telling about Stingray, it was an eight-person slide. This year we have something new. Now the capacity went up to 10, especially when we're talking about all these queue management issues. So that's something wonderful. And also, you ask, what is new? This year, we have something very exciting. A parrot-themed stingray. It's the same slide, but it's parrot-themed.Sohret Pakis: It's coming to Dubai by January. It's going to be open.Paul Marden: So can I ask you, what makes that innovative? What's new about that?Sohret Pakis: Actually, it's a very specifically themed waterslide. You know that POLIN has been pioneer in RTM manufacturing and U-texture. It's kind of a composite material technology which we can make waterslides look.  Look like a character, actually. We are the company who did this first because we said that storytelling is very important. Yes, but you know, slides are just slides. So we just wanted the slides look like the characters in that story. Of course, behind that, there is huge material technology, composites technology, design technologies. Actually, that's the time when we introduced King Cobra years ago. And now with Stingray, we took it much further. So actually, the team looks perfectly like a Stingray, but at the same time, it's a water slide with so many features. It has two big towers and between the towers, there's a bridge. From each tower, two slides start with a very special mist roofing and very special bridge where you can just see what's happening all over the slide.Paul Marden: So the queuing experience is enriched so it doesn't feel quite so long and boring because you can watch what everyone is doing.Sohret Pakis: It is, yes.Paul Marden: Super impressive. So we have been asking everybody to think about what are their predictions for 2026?Sohret Pakis: Everybody is talking about AI. Everybody is talking about immersive. So AI, of course, will make a huge difference in operation, especially.Paul Marden: In what way?Sohret Pakis: Actually, in guest satisfaction, because personalisation is very important in our industry. Whoever comes to the park, they are the heroes at the park. And so actually, if the park can make them feel that they are the heroes, truly— if that's their birthday, if that's their wedding anniversary, so whatever. If the park can make you feel that you're special, and thanks to technology, now it's possible.Paul Marden: Absolutely. That's so interesting. Thank you so much for your insights and for joining us on Skip the Queue. Thank you.Thomas Collin: I'm Thomas, I'm from VEX Solutions, so we are a VR company at the start, and now we're going to the arcade with mixed reality as well. Okay, so that's a nice link. What are you launching here at IAFA? So here for the first time we are introducing VEX Party Dash. The Party Dash is a mixed reality arcade machine. So automated, people can go on it, play on it. You have two huge screens that are really highly interactive. You can walk on the screen, you can touch the screen. The goal is really to make you moving. So that's what we want to do with the Dash.Paul Marden: That's amazing, isn't it? So we're watching people at the moment. You can see lights up on the floor that they're stepping on and on the wall.Thomas Collin: What is really the key aspect of this product is that it's highly attractive. People, they just go around, they stop by it, they want to try it. Actually, we can say, 'Hey, come and try it,' because we watch you, we see you. So we can say, 'Hey, come and try it.' And people stop by, they play it. It's highly immersive, but also highly active. Yes. You're just not standing on an arcade, sitting down. No, you're really moving around. So, this is really good for kids and families. Absolutely. That's what we see.Paul Marden: So, where do you see this being used? What sort of attractions will take this?Thomas Collin: Actually, with this product, it can go either in the attraction side or either at the arcade side. So, you can play it as one game, and you can play a three-minute game like an arcade, or you can actually book for 15 minutes. Since there is not a single game, but multiple games, you can play different games, you can play different levels inside the main gate. So you have a high replayability. Because we want you to come back, we want to attract the gamers, and then make them come back.Paul Marden: 15 minutes with this much activity sounds like quite a tall order. It's a workout.Thomas Collin: It's a workout. It's a workout. Yeah, yeah, yeah.Peter Cliff: Hi, my name is Pete Cliff. I'm from Conductr. We're here in Barcelona and it's so exciting to be back at IAAPA. Now, what we're super excited about this year is talking about our collaboration with Norwegian Cruise Lines on Great Stirrup Cay. It's their new water park. It's a great project. We're excited to talk to people about it. It's also lovely to be back in Barcelona. It's been, I think, about six years since we were last back here, and it's always one of my favourite European cities for IAPA. It's great to meet with people from the industry, reconnect with old colleagues and friends, and really see what's happening. There's a huge amount of innovation and special projects that are launching all over the show floor. So yeah, great to be back, and can't wait to see what the future of the themed entertainment industry has to offer.Laura Baxter: My name is Laura Baxter. You may know me as the girl with the purple jumpsuit on LinkedIn. I am the head of marketing for Black Gang Shine, but have most recently just announced that I've gone into freelancing and I've launched your CMO.Paul Marden: And I have to say, the jumpsuits work because I was about 50 metres behind you earlier on and I spotted the Your CMO logo on the back of the jumpsuit, so well done for that. We've talked to a lot of suppliers with stands that are exhibiting. From your perspective, this is your first time stepping over to the dark side and coming to an IAPA. What's the experience like for you? What are you here to get out of the show?Laura Baxter: I'd say it's twofold. Mainly it is for networking. Obviously anybody who's anyone in the industry is here. But also, it's inspiration because I want to be able to talk about new and exciting stuff with... Potential clients that I may have and ideas still for Black Gang as well. So, when you walk around show floor, which is just so vibrant and there's so much going on everywhere—you turn, you can draw inspiration from so many of the suppliers here.Paul Marden: What have you seen that's innovative?Laura Baxter: There's a huge amount of stuff being done with tech and it's very interesting because I think that's where a lot of people are going to think that they need to go, because that's the way of the world now, and the next generation don't know life off of a screen and they're expecting to have these incredible digital experiences.Laura Baxter: I'm not convinced that is the way to go. But yes, it's still impressive tech. So for me, there are things that I stand back out and look at and I'm like, 'Whoa, that's really, really cool.'Laura Baxter: I'm not so sure it's potentially what consumers want, though, controversially.Paul Marden: It's really hard, isn't it? Because as a parent of young kids, you want them off the tech as much as you possibly can. But you need a hook. To be able to attract them, don't you? So there's been some amazing stuff here that bridges that gap between the real world and the tech world. So, summer season 2025 is over. What are your predictions about summer 26 and what operators should be thinking about right now?Laura Baxter: It's a really tough market, we all know that. Budgets are tight for households, so there is an awful lot more thought going into their spending and what they're doing and where they're choosing to take that little bit of disposable money that they do have. Therefore actually I don't think next year operators should be thinking about huge innovations or new attractions. I think they need to strip back to basics and nail their customer service. I think guest expectations now are so high. because they're parting with money that is a little bit more precious to them than perhaps if they don't leave at the end of that day having had a good experience they feel ripped off they're going to go straight to review platforms they're going to let it all out and actually you need to be focusing on making sure that every single touch point with that customer is bang on and we're talking pre-visit as well from the your website journey to buying it to the follow-up emails to the pre-visit emails to that first person they meet on front of house to the ride operators to the events team if you have that kind of entertainment on park if you are not nailing your experienceLaura Baxter: You are going to lose out well.Paul Marden: I think we should end it right there. That there is a nugget of gold.Paul Marden: So I am here with co-host Andy Povey and our good friend Josh Haywood from Crealy down in Devon.Josh Haywood: Hello.Paul Marden: It's the end of day two. What have you seen, Josh? What's blown your socks off?Josh Haywood: Good couple of days so far. We're probably into 40,000 steps, which is great. I think technology is the thing that struck me this week so far. Just the small changes that some of the operators and some of the manufacturers are putting into their existing kits. So, for example, I attended a seminar this morning about bowling. and normally temping bowling is temping bowling. Yeah, yeah, yeah. But now there's augmented reality, and they've got features on the lanes, and it's not about just taking all the pins down, it's taking pin one and six out, and all those things they're trying to do to reinvent older, more traditional attractions, which I think I find really interesting. Yeah. I think some of the seasonality stuff, the Christmas and Halloween stuff has been really good. We sat on a train and went on a journey and the seats rumbled and the sound and the visual effects, they were great.Paul Marden: I saw that. There was no room for me to go and sit on that train. It was amazing.Josh Haywood: I thought that was really good. And, you know, I've been really impressed with generally the show. I think you can get around it all as well. It feels really friendly. I think the sun shining always helps as well. It's not too tough, is it?Paul Marden: I mean, the last time we were in Barcelona, we were all wearing face masks. Absolutely, yes. So it's really refreshing to be back here. And not have that.Josh Haywood: Absolutely. And not have to queue to get in as well. I think that was interesting on the first day.Paul Marden: Oh, did they see you and then just wave you through?Josh Haywood: Red carpet was up for, of course, award-winning theme park and resort. Paul Marden: Mr. Hayward. Did you say award? Winnie and obviously you're on the back of your two awards in the theme park awards last week. How was that? And then we've got some really exciting news from Creeley.Josh Haywood: I saw it at the press this morning. Yes, so a couple of things happened last week. So first of all, we had our anniversary 25 years of Maximus the Coaster. The Vekoma Coaster, 25 years. The first coaster in Devon. It was Devon's first coaster, over half a million riders later. It's done 2 million miles around the track. It's great. So we did a sort of event for that, and we used it to sort of make some announcements about future attractions, which I'll tell you about in a minute. But then we went to the Theme Park Awards last week at Wickste Park, where... We've been the recipients of a few bronze and silvers, and we go being little old us and hope for the best. And then the award I really wanted to win was one of two: the best for families and the best for value. And when the family award came up, they said, 'In bronze is such and such, in silver.' And I was like, 'Well, there you go.' That's all that's left for another year. And then when they said the win at gold was cruelly for best for families, we were delighted. I got a bit emotional about it. I think we would just work so hard over the years to be the best in the Southwest, certainly. And certainly since we put Sootyland in as well. We won the award for Toddlers.Josh Haywood: So it was a double wham. And within 10 minutes as well. It wasn't separated. Within 10 minutes, I just got my breath back from the first one. And then we were up on stage again taking that second award. Oh, it's tough, isn't it? Which was great, yeah. Multi-award winning. Multi-award winning theme parking resort. Devon's finest. Most right in Devon. We're just going to... absolutely bleep the hell out of this for the next 12 months because who knows we may not win it again so we'll just shout from the treetops about this and then we also won thanks to martin rose and rose events uh silver for best entertainment event for the city show It's still very popular, the legacy brand. People love the Sooty show. And as I said at the awards, we sell loads of those puppets. People love a Sooty and a Sweep. So it's been a really good collaboration for us.Paul Marden: We were at our first away day for our Merak team back a few months ago down at Creeley, and I found a little sooty puppet underneath the lectern. I was absolutely chuffed to bits. And there he was, just sitting at the front of the away day, watching everything going on with Sue next to him.Josh Haywood: He's still popular. We understood when we put Cityland in, it wasn't going to be Peppa Pig. world and we didn't think for a minute we'd even sort of get to those heights of Thomas Land at Drayton Manor but it certainly hit a chord with the older market certainly the nannies and the granddads who remember such from when they were kids and you know it's a legacy brand and it works but what we have done really well is sort of corner that market for younger children and toddlers and we Sort of took some comments over the last 12 to 18 months that we may be missing the mark when it comes to the 8 to 12-year-olds, which we were pretty good at five or six years ago. So we've decided this year that we're going to invest in some thrill attractions. So we've just launched news that we've got two new rides going in next year. One, I can't tell you exactly because we're still going under. Got some planning issues, but we're going to have the Southwest tallest ride and the Southwest first inverted ride. So a multi-million pound investment going in and hopefully that will give us another boost that we need to kick on again. We've still got new accommodation going in. We'll still be doing new events and shows for next year.Josh Haywood: So it's going to be a bumper year for Crealy. Absolutely.  I really look forward to that.Paul Marden: I look forward to you being on the launch ride.Paul Marden: Me down on the ground watching and videoing.Josh Haywood: What they have said, which is really interesting, we spoke to an operator, there's only one other ride like it in the UK, and that operator said, whatever you do, make sure when you put the ride in, you fit a hose pipe and a tap right in. Because you may be washing the seats down more than you would usually on your current ride. So, yeah, it certainly will add that next level of ride experience to our family market.Paul Marden: Yeah, I think that's super important, isn't it? Mr. Povey, what have you seen today that has blown your socks off?Andy Povey: I'm really looking for the place to go and get some more soft, comfortable socks. I've walked so much. I've stood around and listened to so many fantastic talks, had so many brilliant conversations. I'm done. My feet hurt. I need to sit down and have a beer.Paul Marden: Well, I hate to break it to you, but there's another day left. And there's still more interviews to do. Still more opportunities for us to get some interesting stories on Skip the Queue.Andy Povey: Look forward to that.Paul Marden: Gentlemen, I think we're about done. So thank you ever so much. It has been a joy. And Mr. Povey, see you back here tomorrow. Josh, wonderful as always.Josh Haywood: Maybe see you at OrlandoPaul Marden: Oh. Absolutely, yeah.Josh Haywood: We'll do it againPaul Marden: Thanks for listening to today's episode. If you liked it, leave a comment in Spotify or Apple Podcasts. If you didn't, let us know on hello@skipthequeue.fm. Today's episode was a team effort for Sami and Emily from Plaster, Steve from Folland Co., as well as Claire and Wenalyn from Skip the Queue HQ. We're back again tomorrow for more fun from IAAPA, including Andreas Andersen from Liseberg, one of Scandinavia's most visited parks. See you all tomorrow. The 2025 Visitor Attraction Website Survey is now LIVE! Dive into groundbreaking benchmarks for the industryGain a better understanding of how to achieve the highest conversion ratesExplore the "why" behind visitor attraction site performanceLearn the impact of website optimisation and visitor engagement on conversion ratesUncover key steps to enhance user experience for greater conversionsTake the Rubber Cheese Visitor Attraction Website Survey Report

I'm walking you through 5 common places that digital product creators get stuck—from struggling to pick an idea to feeling like you don't have the time, energy, or confidence to launch. (Spoiler: You're not lazy or behind. You're just stuck—and there's a way out.)Then, I'm handing the mic to one of my favorite low-lift business experts, Rheanna, for a Rich Girl Session where she shares 5 brilliant ways to work less and still grow your business—especially if you're managing chronic illness, parenting littles, or just plain exhausted.This week's episode is packed with so much goodness, I had to split it into two parts.Inside this episode:The real reason you're stuck and can't pick a product ideaHow I finally got clarity (hint: I tried 3 Instagram accounts at once… yes, really)Why you don't need to be the first or the best—just one step aheadWhat actually matters when you're building your audience (it's not your brand colors)Why selling before you're ready is the moveHow to use AI, Notion, and content banks to streamline your whole businessThe power of using other people's audiences before a launchWhy doing less is usually the smartest growth strategyWhether you're gearing up for your first launch or trying to get out of your own way and just start, this episode will help you move forward! Let's dive in! Resources mentioned:FREE LIVE TRAINING https://abigailpeugh.myflodesk.com/freelivetrainingFreebie: 7 Days, 7 Ways to Sell Like a Rich Girl Join Rich Girl Community HEREFollow Rheanna: https://stan.store/TheChronicCEOTools: Notion, ChatGPT, & Stan StoreConnect with me:Instagram: @abigailpeughIf you loved this episode, tag me in your stories or send me a DM—I want to hear what stuck with you!

This is the third in a series of episodes dedicated to a young woman and returning cohost, Dagmar from The Netherlands. This episode is with special returning guest and Stand to Reason speaker, Jon Noyes. Dagmar wasn't available for this recording, but Signe from Denmark joined in for this conversation about moving from atheism to Christianity, what makes the Bible a historically reliable document, and how to go from head knowledge to trusting Jesus.  Dagmar has cohosted many Finding Something REAL episodes in the past four years. Although Dagmar is interested in, learned a lot about, and is drawn to Jesus, and chose to get baptized when she was a child, she has not yet decided to take a leap of faith as an adult. She has a comfortable life and enjoys partying with friends and admits that were she to give her life to Christ her life would change and people would view her differently. She's grown up in a secular culture and for this series, reached out to some friends for new faith questions including some about the credibility of Jesus, why there are so many variations of religion and Christianity, and the history of Christianity.    We hope you enjoy this week's episode!     ABOUT JON: Jon has worked as a speaker with Stand to Reason since 2019. A former atheist, Jon used to think belief in God was unwarranted and irresponsible. Then, after examining the evidence for Christianity he was faced with the fact that Jesus is who He says He is and the Christian worldview tells the true story of reality. Ever since Jon has been passionate about engaging the culture with honest, well-thought-out reasons why people should trust the Christian worldview. Jon brings a unique perspective to his audiences and the Stand to Reason team, having more than ten years of experience in the legal field. In 2013 Jon earned a master's degree in Christian Apologetics from Biola University, graduating with honors. Jon is a founding pastor at Soli Deo Gloria Church. He also serves on the board of directors for Life Without Limbs and Bible Thinker. More than any of this Jon is the father of four daughters and the husband of Rheanna. They live in Ventura County, CA.   -- -- -- -- -- LINKS: Suicide, God, And Knowing You're Not Alone with Jon Noyes Eternity: Extreme & Scary? with Jon Noyes

Whether it's something you wrestle with personally or it's a friend who's struggling, suicide has affected all of us and is at the center of the cultural conversation. How do we engage with the culture and rising generation about suicide in a wise and productive way? How can we speak encouragement and truth to individuals who are questioning the worth of their very existence?  Jon Noyes used to be an atheist who thought belief in God was unwarranted and irresponsible. Then, after examining the evidence for Christianity, he was faced with the fact that Jesus is who he says he is, and the Christian worldview tells the true story of reality. Jon has since been passionate about engaging the culture with honest reasons about Christianity, working on staff with Stand to Reason. He has more than ten years of experience in the legal field and earned a master's degree in Christian Apologetics from Biola University. Jon is a founding pastor at Soli Deo Gloria Church and serves on the board for Life Without Limbs and Bible Thinker. Jon is the father of four daughters and the husband of Rheanna, who all live in Ventura County, CA. Listen to every episode of the Dr. Jeff Show wherever you listen to podcasts. For more from Dr. Jeff on YouTube visit http://bit.ly/3flbj2j For more resources from Summit Ministries visit their Resource Library at www.summit.org/resources/

In this episode I am joined by Rheanna Norfolk (aka @rediscoveringrheanna ) to talk about managing weight restoration in recovery, body image, overcoming challenges in recovery, developing self compassion and finding hope through recovery accounts online. If you value the content I create please leave a rating and a review as it really helps us reach & inspire more people. Thank you!

Monday on Police Pod Talk hear Rheanna Lee talks about her daughter, Samayah Barker, who was 17 in 2021, coming back from a friend's birthday party with her boyfriend, cousin and cousin's boyfriend, when a car struck and killed Samayah as well as injuring the three other teens. In the nearly three years since the crash that claimed Samayah's life, Samayah's mother Rheanna Lee says she feels like she has fewer answers than she started with despite passing along seemingly important information to detectives and staying diligent with posting information about Samayah's case. The vehicle that hit Samayah and the other teens was left at the scene of the crash at the intersection of Lafayette Street and McKinnie Avenue, with significant damage to its front end. You will hear what Rheanna was told by Police about the processing of the evidence and the updates Rheanna has gotten in the case.

Rheanna Sorenson, Senior Development Coordinator, joins Susan and Ben to discuss Triangle of Sadness, a 2022 comedy drama. Rheanna shares what it's like having a career as a Senior Development Coordinator in unscripted, reality television. She discusses working as a Paramount Studios Page, getting her foot in the door at The Late Late Show with James Corden, dealing with rejection in the pitch process, and working on the Friends reunion. Rheanna plays our “We're Gonna Need A Bigger Boat” game. Follow Rheanna on Instagram @rhe_sorenson or IMDb. Leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts to help us reach more listeners. Find out about our guests and upcoming events by following us at Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram, contribute to our Patreon, or shop at lifeinthecredits.com. Life in Our Credits Hosts: Susan Swarner and Ben Blohm Executive Producer: Michelle Levin Logo Art: Melissa Durkin Music Composer and Performer: Steve Trowbridge --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lifeinthecredits/support

In this episode, Dr. Dean speaks with Kassy Bowes about losing her younger sister, Rheanna, due to abdominal sepsis as a complication from a medical intervention. Listen as Kassy shares how losing her 19-year-old sister , Rheanna, shattered her world, challenged her beliefs in the afterlife, and how finding connection with Rhianna has helped her move with her grief.Support the showIf you would like more information or to share your own adult sibling loss story, please contact me, Dr. Angela Dean, at contact@thebrokenpack.com or go to our website, thebrokenpack.com. Please like, subscribe, and share! Please follow us on social media:Facebook: @BrokenPackInstagram: @thebrokenpack TikTok: @the_broken_packYouTube: @thebrokenpackSign-up for Wild Grief™, our newsletter: https://thebrokenpack.com/wild-grief/ Thank you!Angela M. Dean, PsyD, FTCredits:The Broken Pack™ Podcast is produced by 27 Elephants Media"If Tomorrow Starts Without Me" © ℗ 2023 Written by Joe Mylward and Brian Dean Performed by Joe Mylward Licensed for use by The Broken Pack™

Rheanna Episode 2 In episode 2 of Rheanna's Soju Sessions, the team finally down their first soju of the series (took long enough). We also discuss thoroughly researching contract offers and schools, hikers / doggers (again) and Pokemon bread. Oh and there's a shout out for fictional Liverpool anti-hero, Barry Grant. We also talk living in ignorant bliss (aka the foreigner bubble), side hustles, sporcle quizzes and the Haenyeo divers of Jeju-Do, as well as a spot of manslaughter. Something for everyone this episode. *We would also like to correct Tony's outrageously false claims that Lionel Messi has less than 70 million IG followers (474M). What a tool.

*Thanks to the highly-talented Jimmy Dunne (aka Nogymyx) for help cleaning up the audio on this episode after a glitch with my mic. Jimmy's one of the most prolific music producers this side of the DMZ, so If you're part of the Korea expat family you should give him a follow on Spotify or IG (and if you're not he will still take a little follow). In episode 7 of The Soju Sessions, the lads chat to Josh's coworker, Rheanna, who represents a bit of a change of pace as a younger female guest. After an excruciatingly embarrassing story to start, we discuss moving to Korea on a whim, the interview process, as well as being bitten in a club (yes, you read that right). We also touch on Korean national pride and how helpful Koreans can be, plus loads, loads more.  Get on it.

Have you ever felt alone?Today's guest, Rheanna Noyes shares her incredible testimony of how God fills in the gaps where people cannot. Rheanna is a follower of Christ, a wife, and a mother of four girls. When Rheanna was just a young girl, she lost her mother to cancer. As a result, her grandmother stepped in to be their caretaker as her father's job required him to travel frequently.Through a series of trials, Rheanna's grandmother fell ill with cancer, her younger sister was put into foster care, her grandmother passed away, and Rheanna and her older sister were left alone when she was in just sixth grade. Listen today as Rheanna shares her testimony of how with God's grace, she overcame incredible odds. Episode Highlights: Intro to Rheanna NoyesRheanna's testimonyFind More on Abiding Free:Instagram: @abidingfreeFollow us on FacebookCheck out our Website HEREContact: abidingfree@gmail.com*Disclosure: Some links are Amazon affiliate links and a small portion of your purchase will come back to us while your cost remains the same.

This week gang welcomes Dr. Rheanna Robinson, member of the Manitoba Métis Federation, Assistant Professor in the Department of First Nations Studies at the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC), and advocate to the show to discuss her research of Indigenous perspectives on disability, intersectionality, advocacy, and her own lived experience living with Multiple Sclerosis . Show Transcript https://atbanter.files.wordpress.com/2023/05/at-banter-podcast-episode-334-dr.-rheanna-robinson.pdf Show Notes Dr. Rheanna Robinson at UNBC https://www2.unbc.ca/people/robinson-dr-rheanna AT Banter is brought to you by Canadian Assistive Technology, providing sales and training in Assistive Technology and Accessibility with over 30 years of knowledge and experience. Visit them online at www.canasstech.com or call toll-free 1-844-795-8324. Need repairs on your device? Chaos Technical Services offers service and support on almost any piece of Assistive Technology, while also providing parts and batteries. Visit them online at www.chaostechnicalservices.com or call 778-847-6840.

In this episode I chat with Rheanna Downey and Molly Jenson of the band, Shhhhh. Don't worry they're not trying to shush you, that's just their name. We cover a lot of ground in our conversation but central to it all is the idea of trusting yourself and the creative process. Whether that be, believing you are never too old to pursue what you love or just trusting that the next song, book, painting, or inspiration in general will  come to you. Molly and Rheanna share all about how they met, what it is like writing and playing together, and about all the things that are lighting them up these days. Also, stick around to the end to hear them play one of their new songs! Follow Shhhhh on Instagram: shhhhhthebandOr follow on Facebook: shhhhhthebandVisit their website: www.shhhhhtheband.com 

Rheanna survived a 5 year abusive relationship with her first love, during which he once made an attempt on her life that resulted in a restraining order. What started as pure first love quickly turned into control, manipulation, and abuse. How does this happen? Why wouldn't she leave right away? In this hour hear these answers and so much more…just please don't tell anyone…. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Season 4 Episode 21 Sexual Awakenings, The Boss, The Baton, and Tea with Rhe   Guest Host: Rheanna Sorenson   After a two year hiatus, the Super Bush show is back with a new guest host, new sketches, same ol Bush.  What will happen in this episode?  Will there be clowns with rollerblades?  Dads with cut off jeans?  Don't keep reading about it.  Click the play button and prepare your listeners for an all out fun time assault.   Guess "assault" and "fun" really shouldn't be in the same sentence - oh well, I guess I did it twice.  What are you going to do about it?  Write a strongly worded letter?  Go ahead.  Send it to "TheRandomBushPodcast@gmail.com"  That's right, there still isn't a regular website for this show, just that email address.  Two years procrastination, makes sense to me, there was a major global pandemic folks.    Check out Rheanna's Podcast "Rhe Awakenings" at https://open.spotify.com/show/6PhDmFz7w4NSswUZXUQZM0  

In Episode 97 I sit down with Nanette Kelley and RheAnna Alimo. Both ladies attended Guns and Gis class 005 and forged a friendship with me as well as with each other. Nanette and RheAnana had very different approaches to the whys and hows of how they initially started training, and I think it's important to highlight a female's perspective of what the initial phase of training jiu jitsu feels like. Women must show a greater amount of vulnerability to be able to share the mats with 30 sweaty dudes! Nanette and RheAnna both have interesting life experiences with the Marine Corps and the Peace Corps, and I enjoyed sitting down and learning a little more about who they are. Please enjoy episode 97 of the Endless Endeavor Podcast. --- Connect with me Instagram: @granderson33 Website: www.theelectricnorth.com for podcast apparel and gear Email: gregandersonpodcast@gmail.com Linktr.ee: https://linktr.ee/Granderson33 Connect with Nanette Kelley  Instagram: @nanettemkelley Connect with RheAnna Alimo  Instagram: @la.vie.de.rhe Episode resources: Paleo Valley https://paleovalley.com/store/beef-sticks Coupon ENDLESS 15% Off Bio Pro + https://bioproteintech.com/bioidentical-alternative-to-human-growth-hormone coupon code ENDLESS saves $30 LMNT https://drinklmnt.com/endlessendeavor for a free variety sample pack just pay $5 shipping here in the US Cured Nutrition https://www.curednutrition.com coupon ENDLESS 10% Off If you enjoy the show, make sure to give the Endless Endeavor Podcast a rating via your favorite audio platform OR on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCieFsr26t9cyPDKMbLQJzXw/featured!

We've been on this crazy ride with the Occupy Freedom podcast for one year now, and whether you've tuned in once or have been along for the ride this whole year, we want to say HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!!!!!! This episode is a light-hearted conversation about what God has been doing through the podcast, what's up with Justin and Rheanna and maybe some quirky banter here and there... tune in and let's CELEBRATE!!! Connect with us: Website: www.occupy-freedom.com Instagram: @myfreedomculture Facebook: @freedomculture1 Email: myfreedomculture@gmail.com

On this week's episode, Rheanna is reading from the scriptures of Proverbs 3, Ecclesiastes 3, and James 1 regarding the wisdom of God. Find a quiet place and soak in the Word of the Lord. Shalom! Connect with us: Website: www.occupy-freedom.com Instagram: @myfreedomculture Facebook: @freedomculture1 Email: myfreedomculture@gmail.com

Episode 136 - Pastor Jamal Johnson of Progressive Baptist Church in Chicago joins Stephanie for a candid, heartfelt conversation about building a legacy under the great I AM. They discuss the current issues facing the American church in terms of conflict, division, and all things that work against the unity of the Body of Christ. So, when Pastor Jamal interprets Psalm 88 in light of the Negro Spirituals, it a beautiful immersion into the deep theology and vibrant faith that carried his ancestors through the dark days of American history, all the way to today. They also discuss the beauty and challenges of raising the next generation to delight in God, as well as the scars and pitfalls of parenting. Pastor Jamal challenges us with the timely question of what we will do with what has been entrusted to us, both from the past and towards the future.  From heartache to hope, Stephanie was brought to tears a couple of times, and you just might be, too. Pastor Jamal has a huge heart for his family, his community, all his brothers and sisters in Christ, and for the world. His passion to "brag about his Lord" as he says, is beautifully contagious. As they discuss the various dimensions of pandemic, you will discover that the best one is the one we are called to - to love one another so the world will know that we are Christ's disciples.  Pastor Jamal Johnson holds a Bachelor's of Science in Legal Studies and a Masters of Divinity from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School.  He serves as the Assistant  Pastor at the iconic & historic Progressive Baptist Church in Chicago's Bronzeville community. In 2020 he joined the North American Advocate team for Biblica's Reach4Life Discipleship ministry along with Matt & Danielle Forte. Pastor Jamal currently resides on the southside of Chicago with his beautiful wife Rheanna and their four fantastic children (Nasir, Na'ilah, Na'imah, Nuriyah).    SHADES OF RED is a brand new original series by GospelSpice Ministries. We ponder humanity as loved, created, fallen and, in Christ, redeemed. SHADES OF RED brings you a simple theological perspective to understand the consequences of the curse of sin on humanity, followed by a practical approach to step up against the evils of our day, rooted in unity between man and woman. Weaving real-life Bible stories, this series will help you get informed, keep interceding, get involved, and keep influencing our generation. We will also occasionally welcome special guests who share our passion to fight against oppression in all its forms, for example through the fight against human trafficking, or through racial reconciliation, and more. DISCOVER THE GOSPEL SPICE MINISTRIES The Gospel Spice Podcast is part of a larger range of tools given to you by Gospel Spice Ministries. In a nutshell, we exist to inspire Christ-followers to delight in God. In more details: we provide resources to empower Christian leaders across generational, social, ethnic and geographical boundaries towards more intimacy with Jesus Christ and discipleship effectiveness through a Biblical Christocentric foundation. The Gospel-Spice Ministries provide a safe environment for spiritual and community growth empowering people to know Christ more intimately, serve one another more powerfully, and reach the world for Jesus. PLAY IT FORWARD by SHARING the link with friends and family. PRAY IT FORWARD by praying for us and those you share it with! PAY IT FORWARD!! Would you consider supporting this show today to help others enjoy it for free? It comes to you completely free, but is labor-intensive to produce, and we want to keep putting it in the ears of people! Gospel Spice Ministries is a non-profit organization registered under the tax-exempt 501c3 status. Your donations are tax-deductible under IRS Section 170. We want to be the best possible stewards of your financial support. All donations above our minimal operating costs go to Christian organizations fighting human trafficking. (*ListenNotes ranking, 2022) Support us!

Rheanna Jones from Breakhthru Beverage talked about their event on Sunday - the cocktail circus! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're always waiting for something aren't we? Whether it's waiting for packages in the mail or our Mr. Charming to arrive on the scene. It's easy to slip into being more concerned about getting the answers to our prayers than having a desire to carry the testimony of the journey the Lord revealed in the midst of it. If we take a step back, unanswered prayer is an opportunity to take hold of a message we then use to encourage others as they face their own mountains in life. Rheanna Arftsen shares about “becoming the message” and how to possess your promises along with personal examples how her and her family are currently waiting for promises to be fulfilled. What if we learned to leverage "the wait" and shift our focus toward the One who fulfills the promise instead of the promises alone… If there's an area in your life you're waiting for a breakthrough, tune into this conversation today. You'll be encouraged to keep the faith and shift your focus with great expectation to experience so much more than answered prayer alone. Instagram Grab your Fee 6 Steps to a Miracle Morning Guide HERE Occupy Freedom Podcast Show Notes

We believer that the Word speaks for itself, and on this episode, Rheanna is reading from Psalm 23, Psalm 37 & John 14 to encourage your heart in the Lord. Meditate on the purity and simplicity of the Father's heart today and everyday! Connect with us: Website: www.occupy-freedom.com Email: myfreedomculture@gmail.com Facebook: @freedomculture1 Instagram: @myfreedomculture

We are taking a break this week from our usual podcast format in order to give you a chance to catch up on any recent episodes you may have missed! Today on the Occupy Freedom podcast, Rheanna is reading from Psalm chapter one, Proverbs chapter one and the gospel of John chapter 1, in the Passion Translation. Let the word of God wash over you and may you meet Jesus in the midst of your day today! Connect with us: Instagram: @myfreedomculture Facebook: @freedomculture1 Website: www.occupy-freedom.com Email: myfreedomculture@gmail.com

On this episode, I sit down with Rheanna B. to talk about what makes her who she is. We get into her love for fashion, taking care of plants, cooking, and figuring out what her high school experience might look like.

From Court Reporting to Covid to Clothing Rep, Rheanna Grace has changed her life! Personal challenges had held her back from discovering her true potential. The pandemic, as difficult as it has been, was a blessing in disguise. Staying home gave her the chance to refocus her energy and her beliefs. She became a SAVVI entrepreneur of the newest, growing “atheleisure clothing line”! Now Rheanna is inspiring others and successfully growing her business. Email: rheanna@wealthwithrheanna.com Website: www.savvi.com/rheannagrace FB: www.facebook.com/rgiwen www.instagram.com/wealthwithrheanna

No one tells a story quite like Georgia Crawford, so this episode is a must listen: it is humorous, engaging, inspiring, thought-provoking, and dynamic and filled with passion as the guest herself. Georgia Crawford Williams is a Consultant Sociologist, the founder of Strategic Engagements, an entity that provides web-based applications and corporate training for public and private sector organizations, a university lecturer, published author and a radio host on Edge FM. Although her first love is and will always be teaching, she takes much pride in her entrepreneurial endeavours which has led to her receiving the Ignite Business Award from the Development Bank of Jamaica. She has also won the Jamaica's Digital Innovations Challenge and was awarded top 10 Caribbean tech entrepreneurs by the International Development Bank Entrepreneurship Program for Innovation in the Caribbean (EPIC) at their conference in 2016. Georgia is known for her engaging persona and her passion for education, training and technology. She brings a keen intercultural awareness to her customized training packages. Georgia is a dedicated and caring wife and a fun-loving mother to her three (3) beautiful children, Rheanna, Ghianne-Skye and Nathan-George. Georgia is committed to building a Jamaica in which her children can grow, prosper and be happy. 1. There are no strong women (people), only supported women (people). We all need support. We need each other. We need good people around us who will remind us of our worth! 2. Keep on, keeping on! Don't give up! Ask for support! 3. Understand our seasons! 4. Every storm runs out of rain! 5. People are better than we think they are! There is an abundance of good around us (my words). Thank you for listening to Dee Sharpe Podcast! Please subscribe and share if you know someone who is looking for a message of inspiration, resilience, grit, and hope!

Sandra's first love is performing arts.  Actor, singer, dancer, she appeared on several Dancing with the Starts, So you think you can dance. Dance Moms and Rheanna.She chuckles as she shares her trivia that she was the  first tap dancer and first kick off of the live show So You Think Can Dance.Sandra began her acting career at nine years old, playing the little girl character to Lynn Whitfield on Johnny May Gibson FBI, a show about one of the first black FBI agents.Adding to her list of achievements, Sandra is also an author, business owner and Podcast host.Sandra's first book, Book Me:  How To Become A Successful Working Dancer In Hollywood, included tips she learned having been in the industry to  help others have a leg up when they landed at LAX.  Sandra's next book, Passion P.I.P.E.L.I.N.E., (an acronym), was a #1 hit on Amazon's New Release List for One-Hour Slef-Help Short Reads on its debut date.  The book is 8 Chapters  for people who have more  than one passion and how to pull it all together.  She said that those who have several passions need to focus on what they do best and parlay it into a business. As with many others, the pandemic had Sandra shift her focus from dance and fitness in- person classes to becoming a Digital Strategist.  Sandra received her Doctor of Education, with a specific emphasis on Organizational Change & Leadership from the University of Souther California, which allowed for greater expertise relating to her new business, Course Sweetener.  Sandra helps entrepreneurs create online courses, or helps those who have an online course find what may be a missing a component in their through-line to help their clients get from A to B.Sandra's podcast, Sweet Bytes with Sandra, features guests from the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts & Sciences, FOX Sports, Revelation, Bedside Reading, and more. You can reach Sandra at https://www.sandracoltonmedici.com,  https://www.collegeofstyle.com, on Twitter as  @sandracolton and on Facebook and Instragram @drsandracoltonmedici.#entrepreneurmind #succeeding #entrepreneurspirit #successminded #inspiration #change #education #lifelessons #buzzsprout #podcast #podcasting #Spotify #GooglePodcast #TuneIn #stitcher #ApplePodcast #iHeartRadio #Pandora #PodcastAddict #Podchaser #Deezer #Listennotes #Overcast #Pocketcast #Castro #CastPost #iamthatgal #liftyourstory #liftyourstorypodcast #iamthatgal #thatgalwiththatguy #sandracoltonmedici #drsandracolton #performinarts #collegeofstyle #dance #arts #performer

This week’s episode is a deep dive about all things involving podcasts and podcasting!! Rheanna, the host of Uncut Mangospod, and I got really nerdy in this raw unedited episode when talking about which podcasts we listen to and why we like listening to them! We discuss how we both love sharing long conversations with friends, who we want to interview next, and where we see our shows go. We had never thought that podcasting would be a new form of creativity and meeting new people! Though we are small podcasters now, who knows where we’ll be in the future! And make sure to follow Rheanna and her podcast, uncut mangos pod on all streaming platforms and on Instagram!

Rheanna Lotter is a proud Yuin woman, former NSW Indigenous cricket representative and founder of Ngandabaa. Growing up in Willow Vale – in the NSW Southern Highlands – sport, culture and art have been a large part of Rheanna’s life.

Rheanna Lotter is a proud Yuin woman, former NSW Indigenous cricket representative and founder of Ngandabaa. Growing up in Willow Vale – in the NSW Southern Highlands – sport, culture and art have been a large part of Rheanna's life. Rediscovering the love for art in her early twenties, Rheanna's first commissioned work was with Sydney Thunder and Sydney Sixers, designing their community jerseys for the Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander T20 Cup. From there, Rheanna's work has extended to the NSW teams at the National Indigenous Cricket Championships, Sydney Thunder Women's Big Bash League, Sydney Thunder Big Bash League, Australian Football League and the Australian Paralympic team, amongst various other projects locally and overseas. “Sydney Thunder and Sydney Sixers were the first teams to approach me about doing a design…that was the first jersey I did in 2016,” Rheanna said. “Sport in itself brings us together…everyone is on that same level and we all have that common goal.” Find out more in the latest episode of the Passion & Perspective Podcast, hosted by Jonathan Robinson-Lees. Lifeline: if after listening to this podcast you feel you need help, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14. Instagram:@passionperspectivepodcast Music: "Friendship" - written and performed by Annie Burbank Music

Where is home? A question we often ask ourselves. Is it here in North America or is it back in the motherland? Wherever we go we can't seem to fully fit in. In this episode, we welcome our lovely American friend Rheanna (@rheannaborromeo) as we reminisce together on how it's really been like growing up Asian and with immigrant parents. DM us @fullcirclepodcastx for topic suggestions and questions. Contact fullcirclepodcastx@gmail.com for business inquiries. We would like to acknowledge that we are on the traditional, ancestral, unceded territories of the Musqueam, Squamish, Tsleil-Waututh Nations. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/full-circle3/message

In this episode, Jake sits down with a doctor of psychology, Dr. Rheanna Kaley. They discuss her journey to becoming a doctor, how to approach the ever-changing landscape of today's world, what she enjoys doing in her spare time away from her profession and more. Be sure to smash that subscribe button and share this episode with your friends and family! Your support helps grow the podcast and we couldn't thank you all enough *Air High Five* --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatswrong/support

-Today is Ryder's birthday! We count down his top 5 pranks of all time in his 17 year radio career -Lisa came up with a brilliant life hack if you use a hair straightener -How to properly pluralize your last name -We ask you to donate blood in honour of our friend Rheanna who passed away this week -Lisa has a dumb recommend something -There are way too many Pokemon now

If the apocalypse comes, beep us. For episode 11, Bear and Andrew are introduced - for the first time ever - to Buffy the Vampire Slayer, with the help of their friend and Buffy superfan, Rhenna Sorenson. Rheanna talks about what it was like discovering Joss Whedon’s classic at the ripe age of four-years-old and why it still matters so much to her today. Plus, Rheanna sings an original song that she wrote as a kid in tune with the Buffy theme song. Somebody call Capitol Records and get this gal a deal. Rheanna’s Instagram: @pizza__rhea (that’s pizza double underscore rhea) SUBSCRIBE on APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/is-it-still-good/id1515612993 FOLLOW on SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/7oIVovp0nftRALm2Cr47zL?si=pemjgEuvTkGaG_B40Fxj8A Website: http://stillgoodshow.com Instagram: @stillgoodshow Twitter: @stillgoodshow EMAIL US: stillgoodshow@gmail.com

This week, guest, Becca's roommate Rheanna Hauman shares how she overcame adversity at a young age. Experiencing traumatic losses, being exposed to those with addiction issues, & toxic relationships, she's shown that her strength can outshine any obstacle. Currently living her dream of receiving her masters from NYU, while working full time as an operations executive for StudioLabs, LLC, Rheanna is on the path to testing out a career change. She's excusing the negativity, and promoting the positivity.

Have you ever experienced any of these thoughts? “I thought I'd be farther along by now..” “Who am I now...?" “I don’t want to repeat that again…” No matter what age you are we all come to these fork-in-the-road moments when we reflect on the past and look forward to the future. It's in these moments reality has a tendency to hit hard! In this unique episode I chat with Rheanna Arftsen from episode 31 about navigating turning the page on a new decade. Brooke just turned 30 and Rheanna is almost 40. We both share similar experiences from different perspectives and lessons learned. This episode is full of real talk and hope like how God redeems time, turns our greatest weakness turns into our greatest assets and how those weaknesses help others in ways we beyond our imagination. No matter what age we are. Let's tun our quarter-life crisis into a launch-pad for an extraordinary life - at every age. Get on the Food Freedom 60 waitlist: bit.ly/FF60waitlist

In this episode Gina and Rheanna Downey talk about the enticement of New Age and how dabbling in this counterfeit can lead to spiritual bondage.  To reach out to Rheanna and check out her music, visit  Rheannadowney.com For more information about Gina Stockton and Stockton Ministries visit ginastockton.com DONATE NOW to support the production of this podcast as well as other projects by Stockton Ministries!

Today on Broche Banter, we have Rheanna (26) — a ballet attire enthusiast who recently got her first pair of pointe shoes!We talk about her journey to pointe, balancing ballet with work related stress, and “pirouette panic.”Enjoy!

What do you do when things don't go according to plan? When you have a dream, a call, a vision that doesn't play out the way you thought it would. In this episode Gina's and singer/songwriter Rheanna Downey. Have an honest conversation about dreams, disappointment, expectation, surrender, trust and identity.  You can learn more about Rheanna Downey and her music at rheannadowney.com For more information about Gina Stockton & Stockton Ministries visit ginastockton.com DONATE NOW if you would like to support the production of this podcast.

For years, Rheanna was told she should be a wellness coach. She was always sharing information on her wheat-free lifestyle, learning about mindfulness and the law of attraction, and leading book clubs. However, it wasn’t until she had to navigate her mom’s declining health while managing her own stress and anxiety, that she realized her purpose. She’s supposed to help people put themselves first. She’s supposed to help people avoid the lifestyle illnesses and challenges her mother faced. Rheanna is a certified health and life coach whose focus is on helping people make themselves a priority through self-care, mindfulness, habit change and nutrition. Rheanna's passion is helping others not only manage stress and life but excel and live their dreams. Learn more about Rheanna and her coaching business Life Disturbed here: www.lifedisturbed.com @positivelydisturbing on Facebook @disturbyourlife on Instagram Join her "Reset Your Body in 14 Days" starting on March 7. This is a program she does twice a year. This is not a fad diet. This is an opportunity for you to get curious about which foods fuel you and which foods drain you. It's a way to rid your body of toxins, reset your digestive system, get rid of that excess bloat that stubbornly sticks around in your tissues - and realize your new baseline of well-being. You will learn how food affects the way you feel, how to attune to your body’s unique needs and activate your natural healing potential. She is also launching her new "Reset Your Mind in 30 Days" on April 1. This is a 30-day e-mail program to help you get clear about your priorities and what you really want. You'll get a deeper perspective on mindfulness and what It truly means to be present. You'll learn tools that will help you in the days, months and years ahead. This program starts on the 1st of every month. P.S. And, whenever you’re ready... here are the top 5 ways we can empower career-driven moms to acquire success with balance. Watch my free 4 Secrets to Work-Life Balance Masterclass Want to acquire work-life balance without guilt, so you no longer neglect yourself and your loved ones? Before you do ANYTHING else, I want you to watch my FREE 4 Secrets to Work-Life Balance Masterclass right here: https://www.jackieschwabe.com/Master-Class-4-Secrets Download my proven Balance Booster Checklist If you're a career-driven Mom who's struggling with finding balance, then download my work-life balance checklist that our clients use to regain balance without guilt here: https://www.jackieschwabe.com/balance-checklist Join our FREE Facebook Group Join our FREE Success with Balance for Career Driven Moms Facebook Group and connect with career-driven Moms who are learning how to find balance, pause when needed, play the game they want to win, and prosper: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pressplaylifestyleVIP/ Work with me privately If you’d like to work directly with me to acquire success with balance and design the life of your dreams... just schedule your complimentary “Balance Booster Breakthrough" Call with me so we can clarify your fastest path to success with balance and create a strategy for you to make it happen... Apply for your FREE call with me here: https://www.jackieschwabe.com/book-a-call Check Out All These Resources https://linktr.ee/pressplay4u --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pressplayinspired/message

This episode features guest Rheanna Murray. Wendell and Rheanna build a world using Polarity Thinking around the question, "What type of people get to occupy public space?"

In this episode of Pretty Gaysic, I am joined with Rheanna Sorenson (aka queen of Pizza)where we discuss the stigmas of bodies, body positivity, the challenges of comparing ourselves, growing up, and celebrity TEA! You can possibly have your question featured in my next episode if you submit to: @prettygaysic on Instagram or @deanwlin on Instagram Leave a dirty or fun comment for a chance to have it read on-air? Follow Rheanna: @pizza__rhea @rhe.awakenings

Join host Josiah Sinanan for another exciting episode of anticulture as we talk all things “art” in Alberta this week. This episode features a rare and insightful update from Rheanna Lauren – an arts curator and entrepreneur who has a passion for Calgary to be in the spotlight. Hear about what got her into the scene, challenges and perceptions she's faced as a woman of colour, and how race is perceived in Alberta. We're also chatting with local musician and producer, Colin Carbonera, or “Rabino”. This up and coming artist, born and bred here in Calgary, offers a lot of insight into the current landscape. Hear Colin's take on the music industry in Calgary, being Filipino-Canadian, and how his dreams in the music world as they are beginning to unfold. From both perspectives, we'll discover how being involved in the arts might just be the key to challenging culture at its very core for our province. **as a small updated correction – guest Rheanna was not a host of 10@10, but rather once emceed with her dance crew and did videography for the event in the past**

Tune Into this week's Equinety Podcast and hear how Equinety has helped chronic abscesses, faster healing and more muscle tone. Equinety put LIFE back into my horse!

Cinema Spectacular to amplify the voices of Indipendent Canadian Cinema, more about it from Festival Director Laurel Brown and Filmmaker Rheanna Toy!

Cinema Spectacular to amplify the voices of Indipendent Canadian Cinema, more about it from Festival Director Laurel Brown and Filmmaker Rheanna Toy!

Moving a character from one fandom to another for the purpose of exploring them and their movement into a new world can be difficult AND rewarding. Tonight we're going to talk about it. http://keiramarcos.com/chat-room/Fics:The Hard Prayer by Rheanna https://archiveofourown.org/works/3521 Fate Protects Fools (Small Children, and Ships Named Valor) by sunryderhttps://archiveofourown.org/works/438485 The Oak and The Ash by sunryderhttps://archiveofourown.org/works/937441 The Burning Mask by Julesmonsterhttps://archiveofourown.org/works/520506 React by Jilly James (7 Chapters)https://evilauthorday.dreamwidth.org/17631.html

On this weeks episode the guys and Rheanna sit down with the writer of Batgirl, Hope Larson. Hope tells us a little about her childhood and what it was like growing up over seas. We talk about her day to day as a writer and her creative process. She tells the story of how she became writer of Batgirl and how it has changed her life. Hope was a great guest and very fun to talk to, so put those ear-buds in and listen to Episode 72 of Shanlian on Batman with Hope Larson!

The gang is squading up to bring to you their review of Suicide Squad! Justin, Tom, Kyle, and Rheanna are all here to talk about the good, the bad, and the just plain ugly bits of the movie in their opinions. Is this another flop? Is the future of DC movies looking bright? Listen to find out!

This month on M&J we are happy to welcome Podcast Empire Network's own comic book specialist Rheanna Haaland to the show. Topics this episode include the phenomenon that is Pokemon GO, generation 6 Pokemon games on Nintendo 3DS, Evolve going free to play, and much more!

Rheanna flies solo this episode as she brings her opinion of HARLEY QUINN: VENGEANCE UNLIMITED! Sit back and enjoy a little bit of love for Harley Quinn.

Take Out Comics Show’s first-ever podcast! Rheanna and Kim talk moral ambiguity in Brad Meltzer’s “Identity Crisis.” Kim shares her enthusiasm for Teen Titans. Rheanna fangirls over The Worm Troll and Batman #49.