Podcasts about Romania

Overcoming Trauma and Healing: A Journey from Communist Romania to Empowerment In this episode of the 'Get Obsessed' podcast, host Mika Altidor interviews Simone Gisondi, host of the 'Health Confidential' podcast. Simone shares her compelling story of growing up in a physically and emotionally abusive environment in communist Romania, where she had to navigate scarcity and oppression. She recounts her father's escape to Canada, subsequently reuniting the family in a new country where they faced additional challenges of integration and survival. Simone's narrative delves into the lasting impacts on her nervous system and overall health, which resulted in a major stroke at the age of 35. Her journey of recovery and understanding the deep connection between stored trauma and physical health sparked the creation of her podcast, aimed at helping others on similar journeys. Simone's discussion also highlights the importance of emotional health, regulated nervous systems, and the profound influence of relationships on self-worth. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:52 Simone's Early Life and Childhood Trauma 03:42 Growing Up in Communist Romania 12:58 Immigrating to Canada 17:40 Impact of Trauma on Health 25:45 Healing and Self-Worth 27:56 Conclusion and Final Thoughts You can find Simone on all her platforms and website here at: https://linktr.ee/simone.gisondi Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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To get a copy of our new book "Embracing the Truth" or to have TS Wright speak at your event or conference or if you simply want spiritual or life coaching or just a consultation visit:www.tswrightspeaks.comVisit our website to learn more about The God Centered Concept. The God Centered Concept is designed to bring real discipleship and spreading the Gospel to help spark the Great Harvest, a revival in this generation.www.godcenteredconcept.comKingdom Cross Roads Podcast is a part of The God Centered Concept.Title: Embracing the Divine: Insights from Tessa Dunn on Faith, Angels, and Children's LiteratureIntroduction:Welcome to a transformative exploration of faith, family, and the enchanting world of angels. In this blog post, we delve into a recent podcast episode featuring Tessa Dunn, a passionate author who shares her journey of faith and the inspiration behind her children's book. With insights that resonate deeply, Tessa invites us to consider the power of prayer and the messages we impart to the next generation.Main Content:1. **Tessa Dunn's Journey of Faith** Tessa Dunn's story begins in a nurturing Christian home, filled with the warmth of the Holy Spirit. Growing up, she was captivated by the church choir, often mistaking their angelic voices for those of heavenly beings. Her early experiences planted the seeds for a lifelong fascination with angels and the divine. Tessa's journey continued as she married a fellow believer, and together they raised three children who walk in faith. Her family discussions reflect the complexities of contemporary life, igniting her desire to share the importance of prayer and belief in the unseen.2. **The Inspiration Behind the Book** Tessa's venture into children's literature began when a friend encouraged her to write after sharing her own storybook. With encouragement from her husband and friends, Tessa felt inspired to put her own story into words. Central to her narrative is an encounter she had as a child with Mother Alexandra, a nun who had a remarkable past as a princess in Romania. This meeting left an indelible mark on Tessa, shaping her understanding of faith and the significance of nurturing children's minds with positive messages from an early age.3. **The Role of Angels in Faith** Diving deeper into the theme of angels, Tessa and host T.S. Wright discuss the biblical references that highlight the presence of angels throughout scripture. Tessa notes that angels are mentioned 179 times in the New Testament and 111 times in the Old Testament, emphasizing their importance in the divine narrative. She explains the nine choirs of angels, from guardian angels assigned to individuals to archangels like Michael and Gabriel, who play pivotal roles in biblical stories.4. **The Importance of Nurturing Faith in Children** Tessa passionately advocates for instilling strong values and faith in children. She recognizes that the quality of children's literature today often lacks the depth and truth that was prevalent in the past. Her book aims to blend the charm of classic fairy tales with profound truths about faith, prayer, and the unseen world. Tessa believes that positive messages from parents and caregivers can significantly impact children's lives, providing them with a solid foundation as they navigate the challenges of the world.Conclusion:Tessa Dunn's insights remind us of the importance of nurturing faith in our families and the profound impact of storytelling. Her journey reflects a commitment to instilling hope, belief, and understanding of the divine in children. As we embrace the new year, let us consider the...

Those who hope to honor God and advance Jesus' Kingdom face powerful opposition from spiritual, physical, and psychological enemies. Successful launching and long term fruitfulness depends on recognizing and, in dependence on the Holy Spirit, waging war against those enemies.

We speak with Jan Cress Bondi, author of "The Navigator's Letter: The True Story of Two World War 2 Airmen, a Doomed Mission, and the Woman who Bound Them Together." The story concerns the author's mother Polley, and two men who served our country as airmen: Polley's brother John B. White and Polley's friend and future husband Bob Cress. The two men participated in what turned out to be an ill-conceived air raid on oil fields in Romania - an attack that ended up being the costliest air raid of the war. Bondi was inspired to write the book after looking through hundreds and hundreds of her mother's letters. [Bondi is signing books at Boswell Books, 2559 Downer Avenue in Milwaukee, WI on Thursday, February 12th at 6:30 pm.]

From our An Adoption Story series. You can watch her documentary story on Alex Gilbert's YouTube channel.Daniela Brown was adopted from Romania when she was just three years old, during a period of great change in the country's history. She was born in the Jilava Prison in Romania and spent the first three months of her life there with her birth mother, Angelica, before being taken to an orphanage called Numero Uno in Bucharest.At three years old, Daniela's life changed when she was adopted by the Browns, a couple from the Whangaparāoa, Auckland region in New Zealand. For years, Daniela knew very little about her beginnings and it wasn't until her late twenties that she began to uncover pieces of her past and learn more about where she came from.This is her story.

Day 1,476.Today, amid growing rumours that Ukraine may be preparing a new counteroffensive, we discuss how the Kremlin is attempting to play down expectations and undermine confidence in the ongoing peace talks. We then report on Japan's move to join the PURL initiative, examine a diplomatic row that has erupted at the Winter Olympics, and sit down with Romania's Foreign Minister, Oana Țoiu, to hear how the war in Ukraine is being viewed from Bucharest, on NATO and the EU's eastern flank.ContributorsFrancis Dearnley (Executive Editor for Audio). @FrancisDearnley on X.Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor of Defence). @DomNicholls on X.With thanks to Oana Țoiu, Romanian Minister of Foreign Affairs. @oana_toiu on X.SIGN UP TO THE ‘UKRAINE: THE LATEST' WEEKLY NEWSLETTER:http://telegraph.co.uk/ukrainenewsletter Each week, Dom Nicholls and Francis Dearnley answer your questions, provide recommended reading, and give exclusive analysis and behind-the-scenes insights – plus maps of the frontlines and diagrams of weapons to complement our daily reporting. It's free for everyone, including non-subscribers.CONTENT REFERENCED:Zelensky backs athlete banned from wearing helmet bearing faces of war victims (The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/winter-olympics/2026/02/09/ukrainian-athlete-vladyslav-heraskevych-anti-russian-helmet/ Russia bombs Ukrainian pet shelter (The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2026/02/06/russia-bombs-ukrainian-pet-shelter/ How to keep an elephant and a gorilla warm during Kyiv's coldest winter of the full-scale war (Kyiv Independent):https://kyivindependent.com/animals-some-first-how-kyiv-zoo-protects-life-through-the-darkest-winter-of-war/?mc_cid=9ff030f3ca&mc_eid=08d0680a95 Kenya to confront Russia over 'unacceptable' use of its nationals in combat (BBC):https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c0k1jzvrykro?xtor=AL-71- LISTEN TO THIS PODCAST IN NEW LANGUAGES:The Telegraph has launched translated versions of Ukraine: The Latest in Ukrainian and Russian, making its reporting accessible to audiences on both sides of the battle lines and across the wider region, including Central Asia and the Caucasus. Just search Україна: Останні Новини (Ukr) and Украина: Последние Новости (Ru) on your on your preferred podcast app to find them. Listen here: https://linktr.ee/ukrainethelatestSubscribe: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatestEmail: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rodica Gonzalez was an accomplished violinist who began playing when she was just four years old. Originally from Romania, she earned a Master's Degree in Violin Performance from Rice University. She was a member of the first violin section of the Houston Symphony, toured internationally, performed at Carnegie Hall multiple times, and taught at the University of St. Thomas in Houston, Texas. Not only a friend of THNX but a personal friend of the host, Rodica passed away this week surrounded by loved ones. She is survived by her husband Robert and their son Matthew.

Welcome to Monday's Rugby Daily, with David Wilson.A bruising few days for Irish rugby unpacked, following heavy defeats for the senior side, Ireland XV, and the Under-20s against France and England.Alan Quinlan weighs in on the “doom and gloom” narrative and explains why it's not all bad news for Irish rugby right now.The Sunday Paper Review panel dissects Ireland's loss in Paris and debates where the national team goes next in the Six Nations.Discussion on whether Jacques Nienaber's defensive influence at Leinster could be impacting the Irish setup at international level.Major injury updates from England, with Immanuel Feyi-Waboso ruled out and Steve Borthwick juggling options ahead of Scotland.France hit by a significant injury blow of their own as rising star Kalvin Gourgues is forced out of the squad.A wrap of the Rugby Europe Championship, featuring Germany's shock win over Romania and strong starts for Spain, Portugal, and Georgia.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

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CISA cracks down on aging edge devices. Congress looks to sure up energy sector security. DHS facial recognition software may fall short. Romania's national oil pipeline operator suffers a cyberattack. The European Commission may fine TikTok for being addictive. DKnife is a China-linked threat actor operating a long-running adversary-in-the-middle framework. Researchers say OpenClaw is being abused at scale. Our guest is Mike Carr, Field CTO at Xona, talking about how Italy should be thinking about protecting the 2026 Winter Olympics. A BASE jumper attempts a daring AI alibi. Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Miss an episode? Sign-up for our daily intelligence roundup, Daily Briefing, and you'll never miss a beat. And be sure to follow CyberWire Daily on LinkedIn. CyberWire Guest Today we are joined by Mike Carr, Field CTO at Xona, talking about how Italy should be thinking about protecting the 2026 Winter Olympics. Selected Reading CISA: Remove EOL edge kit before cybercriminals strike (The Register) 5 Bills to Boost Energy Sector Cyber Defenses Clear House Panel (SecurityWeek) ICE and CBP's Face-Recognition App Can't Actually Verify Who People Are (WIRED) Romania's oil pipeline operator confirms cyberattack as hackers claim data theft (The Record)  Flickr discloses potential data breach exposing users' names, emails (Bleeping Computer) 17% of 3rd-Party Add-Ons for OpenClaw Used in Crypto Theft and macOS Malware (Hackread) EU says TikTok faces large fine over "addictive design" (Bleeping Computer) 'DKnife' Implant Used by Chinese Threat Actor for Adversary-in-the-Middle Attacks (SecurityWeek) All gas, no brakes: Time to come to AI church (Talos Intelligence)  Man who videotaped himself BASE jumping in Yosemite arrested, federal officials say. He says it was AI (LA Times) Share your feedback. What do you think about CyberWire Daily? Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts with us by completing our brief listener survey. Thank you for helping us continue to improve our show. Want to hear your company in the show? N2K CyberWire helps you reach the industry's most influential leaders and operators, while building visibility, authority, and connectivity across the cybersecurity community. Learn more at sponsor.thecyberwire.com. The CyberWire is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Badlands Daily, CannCon is joined by Chris Paul for a wide-ranging and hard-hitting breakdown of the week's biggest developments. The conversation opens with President Trump's rollout of Trump Rx and what it signals for drug pricing, insurance middlemen, and the broader healthcare cartel. From there, the discussion moves into election integrity, including explosive revelations out of Georgia, ongoing concerns about machine voting, hand counts, and why meaningful reform is still being slow-walked. CannCon and Chris also examine the latest maneuvers from Congress, including the renewed Clinton spectacle, Epstein-related developments, and why these “oversight” efforts feel more like political theater than accountability. Internationally, they dig into Romania's overturned election, EU censorship tactics, and what it reveals about global interference in so-called democratic processes. The episode wraps with sharp commentary on media narratives, establishment power plays, and why parallel systems, in health, elections, and information, are becoming unavoidable. A packed, fast-moving show that connects the dots and challenges the official story from start to finish.

Send Me a Text MessageIn this episode of Cycling Over Sixty, host Tom Butler shares how a busy schedule and travel are throwing his cycling routine off track. Despite the challenges he is looking at this as an opportunity to learn how busy people can fit in rides. Tom also has exciting news—he reveals a new Cycling Over Sixty project that's currently in development.Tom is joined by Peter Illés from Wired Donkey Tours, who shares the unique cycling tours he organizes. Peter's approach is all about creating authentic, small group experiences that give tour guests a genuine connection to the places they visit. His passion for intimate, meaningful travel shines through as he discusses what sets his tours apart from typical cycling vacations.If you're interested in discovering unique ways to see the world on two wheels and want to hear from someone who's redefining the cycling tour experience, this episode is for you.LinksWire Donkey Website: wiredonkeytours.comWire Donkey Instagram: instagram.com/wiredonkeytours/Here is your invitation to join a great launch party for the summer cycling season.  Join the Cycling Over Sixty Tour de Cure PNW team.  Whether you are local or come out to experience cycling in the great Northwest, I would love to have you help make this a ride with a purpose.  And to send a message that the joy of cycling is here for everyone, regardless of age. Go to tour.diabetes.org/teams/CO60I know it is early but we are looking to get the Cycling Over Sixty Tour de Cure team together as soon as possible. You can find all the info at tour.diabetes.org/teams/CO60 Thank you Konvergent Wealth for sponsoring CO60 Jerseys for the Tour de Cure! Become a member of the Cycling Over Sixty Strava Club! www.strava.com/clubs/CyclingOverSixty Cycling Over Sixty is also on Zwift. Look for our Zwift club! NOTE: I share information about my journey. From time to time that means sharing what I do to stay healthy. None of what I share is meant to be medical advice. Always consult with your physician or other health professionals before making changes. Please send comments, questions and especially content suggestions to me at info@cyclingoversixty.com Follow and comment on Cycling Over Sixty on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cyclingoversixty/ Show music is "Come On Out" by Dan Lebowitz. Find him here : lebomusic.com

If you think the Bermuda Triangle is spooky, wait until you hear about these wild places! Around the world, there are spots even more mysterious, like the Twelve Devil Cemeteries in Siberia. These eerie locations are said to make animals act strange, compasses go haywire, and travelers mysteriously vanish. Then there's Point Nemo, the ocean's most remote spot, where you're closer to astronauts in space than to any human on land. And don't forget about Hoia Baciu Forest in Romania, nicknamed the "world's most haunted forest," with its creepy trees and strange lights. These places make the Bermuda Triangle look like a walk in the park—ready to explore? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Medical missionaries often feel powerful emotional burden from moral injury, and it is a leading cause of departure from the mission field. But we have learned proven methods of preventing and dealing with moral injury. Use God’s powerful methods to protect yourself and your team, and to grow in wisdom and spirit!

Listen in as we discuss the most impactful employment law regulations of 2025 and forecast what employers can expect in 2026. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide.Host: Philippe Durand (email) (August Debouzy / France)Guest Speakers: Ingrid Corduneanu (email) & Claudia Stanciu (email) (CERHA HEMPEL / Romania)Support the showRegister on the ELA website here to receive email invitations to future programs.

Sean McMeekin details how Stalin replaced Litvinov with Molotov to signal realignment with Hitler, leading to the Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact, arguing Stalin was an opportunist seeking territorial expansion in Poland, Romania, and the Baltics while Western powers failed to intervene.1900 THE RUSSIA BEAR, "RECKLESS DEFIANCE" OF THE ENGLISH TOMMIES

The “Legion of the Archangel Michael” struggles to establish itself as a new force in Romanian politics. As the Legion builds up a strong coalition of peasants, workers, and students, the authorities begin to crack down against the movement. Email me: perspectivesinhistorypod@gmail.com Podcast Website Follow me on Twitter Facebook Page Buy Some Used Books Bibliography Clark, Roland. Holy Legionary Youth: Fascist Activism in Interwar Romania. Cornell University Press, 2015 Codreanu, Cornelieu Zelea. For My Legionaries. Black House Publishing Ltd, 2015 Hitchins, Keith. A Concise History of Romania. Cambridge University Press, 2014 Ioanid, Radu. The Sword of the Archangel: Fascist Ideology in Romania. Columbia University Press, 1990 Iordachi, Constantin. The Fascist Faith of the Legion “Archangel Michael” in Romania, 1927-1941: Martyrdom and National Purification. Routledge, 2023 Kaplan, Robert D. Balkan Ghosts: A Journey Through History. Picador, 2005. Nagy-Talavera, Nicholas. The Green Shirts and the Others: A History of Fascism in Hungary and Romania. Hoover Institution Press, 1970.  Tiu, Ilarion. The Legionary Movement after Corneliu Codreanu. Columbia University Press, 2009 Sturdza, Michel. The Suicide of Europe: Memoirs of Prince Michel Sturdza, Former Foreign Minister of Rumania. Islands Publishers, 1968. Sima, Horia. The History of the Legionary Movement. The Legionary Press, 1995 Cover Image: Romanian prime minister Ion Antonescu and deputy prime minister Horia Sima at a demonstration memorializing Corneliu Zelea Codreanu, the late founder of the Iron Guard. (Bucharest, Romania. October, 1940.) Closing Theme: “Sfanta Tinerete Legionara,” (Hymn of the Legionary Youth) 

This week on Energy Transition Today, we unpack the rapid shift in the French battery storage market as it moves from a merchant niche to core energy infrastructure, driven by larger projects, longer durations and a coming overhaul of the capacity mechanism. We also cover outcomes from the North Sea Summit, including plans for multipurpose interconnectors and a 300GW regional offshore wind target, alongside UK transmission cost challenges, fresh onshore and BESS deal flow in Poland, Germany and Romania, and major portfolio financings shaping the European energy transition. Hosts: Maya Chavvakula, Mathilde Dorbessan, Leonard MüllerEdit: Leonard Müller Reach out to us at: podcasts@inspiratia.comFind all of our latest news and analysis by subscribing to inspiratia For tickets to our events email conferences@inspiratia.com or buy them directly on our website. Listen to all our episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other providers. Music credit: NDA/Show You instrumental/Tribe of Noise©2025 inspiratia. All rights reserved.This content is protected by copyright. Please respect the author's rights and do not copy or reproduce it without permission.

In this special episode of Decouple, Chris Keefer speaks with Ken Petrunik, one of the few leaders in the Western nuclear industry who has taken large reactors from first concrete to operation under budget and ahead of schedule. Petrunik's career spans Canada's nuclear golden age and its export era, with senior roles in Romania, Argentina, and China, including leading the Qinshan Phase III CANDU reactors, delivered ahead of schedule and under budget under a fixed price engineering, procurement, and construction contract. The conversation traces how Canada once built nuclear plants at scale and how that environment shaped project managers capable of carrying real responsibility.We deep dive how nuclear projects are actually delivered, including construction sequencing, labor productivity, schedule control, and on site authority. Petrunik recounts moments when projects nearly failed and explains how early decisions and transparent coordination allowed recovery before delays became irreversible. The episode also examines what was lost as Canada's build capability faded and what today's nuclear programs can still learn from the people who led projects when reactors were routinely built.Listen to Decouple on:• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6PNr3ml8nEQotWWavE9kQz• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/decouple/id1516526694?uo=4• Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1516526694/decouple• Pocket Casts: https://pca.st/ehbfrn44• RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/23775178/podcast/rssWebsite: https://www.decouple.media

Transylvania's remote mountain villages become winter prisons during the ancient Strigoii's Vigil, when three nights of supernatural terror force entire communities to seal themselves inside while the restless dead hunt for the living in the frozen Carpathian darkness.   https://www.eeriecast.com/podcasts/destination-terror   #Transylvania #Romania #WinterHorror #Strigoi #EasternEuropeFolklore #CarpathianMountains #TrueCrime #Folklore #HorrorPodcast #SupernaturalLegends #DestinationTerror

In observance of International Holocaust Remembrance Day we're airing an interview with Holocaust survivor Adela Dagerman. Adela (born Adela Kraus) grew up in Nyírbátor, Hungary. In 1944, as a 16-year-old, she and her family were deported to Auschwitz-Birkenau. She and her sister Rose survived. After her liberation, Adela returned to Hungary where she met and married her husband Jack. The couple immigrated to the United States in 1949, settling in Kansas City. We met Adela at her home in Overland Park, KS, on Oct. 13, 2025. From our archive: interview with Holocaust Survivor Itel Landau (maiden family name: Brettler), a Holocaust survivor originally from Vișeu de Sus (Felsővisó in Hungarian, אויבערווישעווע in Yiddish), a shtetl in Transylvania (prewar Romania, Hungary during WWII, now Romania), discussing her life — before, during, and after the Holocaust. Previously aired June 19, 2024. Additional details and archived podcast recording: https://podcast.yv.org/episodes/itel-landau Music: Sarah Gorby: Zog Nit Keynmol (Ne Dit Jamais) Intro instrumental music: DEM HELFANDS TANTS, an instrumental track from the CD Jeff Warschauer: The Singing Waltz Air Date: January 28, 2026

Vasile Gorgos livnærer seg av å selge kveg i Romania i 1991, men en dag forsvinner han. Det finnes ikke et eneste spor før han dukker opp igjen 30 år senere i de samme klærne og uten minner om de siste 30 årene.

How would you respond if someone came into your office on a mission to kill you? Would it even cross your mind to share the gospel? Host Casey Harper is joined by Virginia Prodan author and international human rights attorney as she shares her story of persecution and saving her assassin. Living in communist Romania, Virginia felt called to share the gospel with her clients, even when it meant putting herself in danger. She tells her story and encourages believers to allow the Lord to use you in ways you may never expect.

How would you respond if someone came into your office on a mission to kill you? Would it even cross your mind to share the gospel? Host Casey Harper is joined by Virginia Prodan author and international human rights attorney as she shares her story of persecution and saving her assassin. Living in communist Romania, Virginia felt called to share the gospel with her clients, even when it meant putting herself in danger. She tells her story and encourages believers to allow the Lord to use you in ways you may never expect.

How would you respond if someone came into your office on a mission to kill you? Would it even cross your mind to share the gospel? Host Casey Harper is joined by Virginia Prodan author and international human rights attorney as she shares her story of persecution and saving her assassin. Living in communist Romania, Virginia felt called to share the gospel with her clients, even when it meant putting herself in danger. She tells her story and encourages believers to allow the Lord to use you in ways you may never expect.

Microsoft rushes an emergency fix for an actively exploited Office zero-day. A suspected cyberattack halts rail service in Spain. The FBI probes Signal chats in Minnesota. The UK moves to overhaul policing for the cyber age. Romania investigates a hitman-for-hire site. A UK court awards $4.1 million in a Saudi spyware case. Google agrees to a voice assistant settlement. CISA maps post-quantum crypto readiness. Prosecutors charge an Illinois man over a Snapchat hacking scheme targeting hundreds of women. Our guest today is Cynthia Kaiser, SVP of the Ransomware Research Center at Halcyon, sharing some insight into the AI and quantum threats to cybersecurity and the national cyber strategy. A Best Buy guy tries a creative alibi.  Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Miss an episode? Sign-up for our daily intelligence roundup, Daily Briefing, and you'll never miss a beat. And be sure to follow CyberWire Daily on LinkedIn. CyberWire Guest Our guest today is Cynthia Kaiser, SVP of the Ransomware Research Center at Halcyon, sharing some insight into the AI and quantum threats to cybersecurity and the national cyber strategy. Selected Reading Microsoft Issues Emergency Patch for Actively Exploited Office Zero-Day (Beyond Machines) Catalonia travel chaos: thousands stranded as suspected cyber attack disrupts rail network (The Olive Press)  FBI is investigating Minnesota Signal groups tracking ICE, Patel says (NBC News) UK plans sweeping overhaul of policing amid surge in online crimes (The Record) Romania probes two suspects over alleged hitman-for-hire website (The Record) Judge awards British critic of Saudis $4.1 million, finds the regime hacked his devices (The Record) Google to pay $68 million over allegations its voice assistant eavesdropped on users (CBS News) CISA releases technology readiness list for post-quantum cryptography (CSO Online) Illinois man charged with hacking Snapchat accounts to steal nude photos (Bleeping Computer) Savannah BSavannah Best Buy employee says 'hacker group' blackmailed him into theft ring scheme (WJCL 22) Share your feedback. What do you think about CyberWire Daily? Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts with us by completing our brief listener survey. Thank you for helping us continue to improve our show.   Want to hear your company in the show? N2K CyberWire helps you reach the industry's most influential leaders and operators, while building visibility, authority, and connectivity across the cybersecurity community. Learn more at sponsor.thecyberwire.com. The CyberWire is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whackhead brings us another epic prank call. This husband is in for a surprise when his daughter, who's studying medicine in Romania, calls to break the news that she's met someone special in South Africa. The conversation takes a turn when the suitor, who claims to be a 35-year-old man, reveals he's unemployed and ready for love. The dad's reactions are priceless as he tries to shut down the relationship, but it's clear he's not the only one who's got some explaining to do.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your body already knows how to release stress — but you've been taught to suppress it. In this Mind Architect episode, Dr. David Berceli, creator of TRE (Tension and Trauma Releasing Exercises), reveals how our natural tremor mechanism can help us discharge tension, process trauma, and restore balance.Dr. David Berceli developed TRE while living in war zones, observing how humans naturally contract and release during threat. His method has now spread to over 80 countries. Joining him is Elvira Stanescu, an internationally certified TRE provider who has been practicing for nearly 5 years. Facilitating the conversation is our colleague Adrian Dinu. We explored the following topics in our conversation with David and Elvira: Why children shake naturally during stress — and why adults suppress itHow tremoring communicates between the nervous system and brainThe difference between exhausting yourself through exercise vs. actual releaseHow TRE can help parents, athletes, helping professionals, and couplesCurrent research on TRE and depression from studies in ChinaResources mentioned:Dr. David Berceli's book on TRE (now available in Romanian) David's website Romanian TRE Association TRE Global website Dr. David Berceli's YouTube Channel for research results and tutorialsFive ongoing research projects in China examining brain activity changes with TRE, including studies on depressed teenagers and their parentsYou can join us live during episode recordings and get your questions answered directly by becoming a Mind Architect Premium Member here Episode produced in partnership with Editura Herald."(00:00) Introduction: The body's hidden stress release mechanism""(01:50) Welcome and episode overview""(03:55) How Dr. Berceli discovered TRE in war zones""(06:30) The tremor mechanism in all mammals""(08:35) What happens in the body when we tremor""(12:01) How people experience tremoring in the beginning""(14:07) Tension vs. trauma: Why both matter""(17:09) The risk of overwhelm and how to self-regulate""(20:13) Dos and don'ts: How to start practicing TRE safely""(23:57) TRE vs. exhausting exercise: What's the difference?""(26:32) How the body takes over and releases patterns""(29:14) TRE for athletes and military personnel""(36:41) Cultural adaptations: China, Latin America, Romania""(44:50) TRE for helping professionals: Coaches, therapists, trainers""(50:13) How to integrate mind and body without forcing it""(54:30) TRE for parents and family systems""(01:00:00) The body's ability to heal specific injuries""(01:01:48) Collective trauma and healing in community""(01:11:50) The future: Vibration, sound, and medicine""(01:14:45) Resources and where to learn more"

Small humanoid creatures were reported standing on rooftops, watching families below. From Cold War America to communist Romania, this episode explores real police reports, UFO encounters, goblin sieges, and the terrifying Roof Watchers phenomenon. Watch the full episode on YouTube:▶ https://bit.ly/TheoriesOfTheThirdKindYT Support the show + unlock bonus episodes:

Send us a textIn this Fusion Hack, Kerryne Henich shares three high-impact self-development books that can reshape how you build habits, set goals, and navigate relationships.Kerryne breaks down why real habit formation takes longer than most people expect (and how to stay consistent when progress feels slow). She also introduces a more sustainable approach to growth: finding “stepping stones” instead of fixating on one massive end goal—so you can build momentum without burning out.From there, the conversation expands into how The Litman Theory applies beyond one area of life, offering a lens for personal accountability, decision-making, and the ripple effects of everyday choices. The episode closes with a grounded discussion on mindset and communication—especially why it can be hard to compromise with other viewpoints, and how self-awareness plays a role in staying open, calm, and intentional as you grow.Kerryne Henich is an accomplished IFBB Bikini Professional, Olympian, and dedicated Fitbody Fusion Coach. Her competition journey began in 2008 in the Figure division, but after transitioning to Bikini in 2011, she earned her pro card at the 2015 NPC Jr National Championships and qualified for the Olympia in 2018. In 2023, Kerryne competed in the inaugural Masters Olympia in Romania, placing 4th, and is thrilled to be invited back for the 2025 Masters Olympia in Japan. As a wife, mom, bonus mom, and dog mom, Kerryne balances family life with her passion for coaching, inspiring athletes to reach their fullest potential through Fitbody Fusion. Her journey is a testament to perseverance, dedication, and the power of chasing your dreams—both on and off the stage. 

Whether you’re a seasoned team member or preparing for your first trip, short-term mission trips have the potential to make a meaningful global impact. In this conversation, we’ll highlight five key principles that help ensure our efforts contribute to lasting, sustainable change in the communities we serve.

We are excited to release the main talks from our last Fall Conference, which was "VICTORIOUS: Equipped for the Battle, Anchored in Christ" and focused on spiritual warfare and the unseen battle for the next generation across Europe.   Our annual Josiah Venture Fall Conference is designed to equip our team for the year of ministry ahead. Every conference includes amazing teaching, worship, and fellowship. At the 2025 gathering, we learned to see the unseen, stand with authority, and fight with spiritual power—anchored in Christ's ultimate victory. We invite you to join us in being equipped for the battle. In this episode, entitled "Stand Firm for the Body," the country leader to Romania, Flaviu Coman, and his translator, Tino Peste, share how love is the most powerful weapon against spiritual attack, and he implores us to fight for unity among believers. He reminds us that "Love for God and people is the foundation of unity, and unity makes us unbreakable." And now, enjoy listening to this teaching episode of the podcast and join us in praying for the unity of believers!   Thank you for listening to this teaching episode of the podcast.   Connect with Us: Follow @josiahventure on Instagram Learn more about Josiah Venture at josiahventure.com Contact: social@josiahventure.com Online Prayer Room Prayer Room App Summer Internships Mission Trips   Subscribe & Share: If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend or on your social media. Thank you, friends, and have a blessed day!   Sign up for our new Monthly Podcast Newsletter!

In this episode, Robyn and Colleen welcome Nita Mocanu, a beloved Reiki teacher based on the French Spanish border and a teacher Colleen studied with years ago. Nita shares his journey from classical musician to full time Reiki teacher, weaving together his life in Romania, Sweden, and France. The conversation explores the heart of Nita's Reiki practice, including Kotodama (the sacred sounds of the Reiki symbols), Reiju (Usui's original style of attunement), and how sound can bring spiritual clarity in just minutes, along with his monthly Full Moon distant Reiju offering that supports a global Reiki community through consistent practice and generosity. Episode Highlights ●    Nita's personal journey: musician, Reiki student, and now a Reiki teacher for 30 years, establishing Reiki community in France and around the world ●    How Reiki became a clear calling, and what helped him choose it fully ●    The surprising story of funding his Reiki training through a vegetable garden ●    Why Nita teaches Reiki as a coherent system and a way of life ●    Kotodama and Reiki, and why sound has a central place in spiritual practice ●    How to chant the Kotodama with awareness of breath, vibration, and voice placement ●    The felt experience of Kotodama, including crown and heart activation ●    Reiju explained, how Usui developed and practiced Reiki attunements  ●    Nita's Full Moon distant Reiju event, offered freely on his Facebook page, NitaReiki, each month for attuned practitioners worldwide ●    His annual Reiki Congress and resources, including group chanting recordings ●    Nita has published Tomita Kaiji's Reiki book in French. Find it on his website Key Concepts Mentioned Kotodama Nita explains about the origin of the Kotodama, a Reiki practice of sound that supports spiritual connection and energetic activation. He shares how the sound is not about volume, pitch, or speed. It is about vibration, breath, and placement of the voice so the sound becomes a living energetic experience. Reiju  Nita describes Reiju, the attunement practice of Usui sensei, that does not use symbols, touch, or blowing. It is simple, focused, and deeply felt. Nita also shares how he blends initiations and Reiju in his Reiki training to support student confidence and clarity. Full Moon Distant Reiju for Attuned Practitioners Nita offers a monthly distant Reiju during the Full Moon for practitioners who are already attuned, welcoming participants from any Reiki school or lineage. He shares that the event details and instructions are posted as a Facebook event each month. Resources and Links for Nita ●    www.reikiforum.com ●    https://www.facebook.com/NitaReiki/ ●    reikiforum.nita@gmail.com Nita's site is a rich resource library for Reiki study and continued learning. Listen and Share If this episode supported your Reiki practice, share it with a Reiki friend who loves Japanese Reiki history, sound practices, or deepening daily Reiki. And if you try Kotodama chanting after listening, notice what changes in your breath, your crown, and your sense of inner clarity. Find us at: ReikiLifestyle.com **DISCLAIMER** This episode is not a substitute for seeking professional medical care but is offered for relaxation and stress reduction which support the body's natural healing capabilities. Reiki is a complement to and never a replacement for professional medical care. Colleen and Robyn are not licensed professional health care providers and urge you to always seek out the appropriate physical and mental help professional health care providers may offer. Results vary by individual.

Send us a textIn this episode, Kerryne Henich dives into the power of shifting your perspective to break free from feeling stuck and embracing the belief that you are enough. Kerryne shares how she fosters a strong sense of community for her clients, creating a space where mindset is valued, and no one feels alone on their journey. She highlights the importance of having a supportive group that embraces individuality while encouraging growth, and how adopting an athletic mindset year-round can lead to lasting success. Kerryne also unpacks how a pro mindset can help navigate setbacks, like losing a competition, turning challenges into opportunities for growth and resilience.Kerryne Henich is an accomplished IFBB Bikini Professional, Olympian, and dedicated Fitbody Fusion Coach. Her competition journey began in 2008 in the Figure division, but after transitioning to Bikini in 2011, she earned her pro card at the 2015 NPC Jr National Championships and qualified for the Olympia in 2018. In 2023, Kerryne competed in the inaugural Masters Olympia in Romania, placing 4th, and is thrilled to be invited back for the 2025 Masters Olympia in Japan. As a wife, mom, bonus mom, and dog mom, Kerryne balances family life with her passion for coaching, inspiring athletes to reach their fullest potential through Fitbody Fusion. Her journey is a testament to perseverance, dedication, and the power of chasing your dreams—both on and off the stage. 

Corneliu Zelea Codreanu and his associates face great trials in their efforts to solve the “Jewish Question” in Romania. When the political party they helped to found becomes irrevocably split, they take it upon themselves to form a new organization. Email me: perspectivesinhistorypod@gmail.com Podcast Website Follow me on Twitter Facebook Page Buy Some Used Books Bibliography Clark, Roland. Holy Legionary Youth: Fascist Activism in Interwar Romania. Cornell University Press, 2015 Codreanu, Cornelieu Zelea. For My Legionaries. Black House Publishing Ltd, 2015 Hitchins, Keith. A Concise History of Romania. Cambridge University Press, 2014 Ioanid, Radu. The Sword of the Archangel: Fascist Ideology in Romania. Columbia University Press, 1990 Iordachi, Constantin. The Fascist Faith of the Legion “Archangel Michael” in Romania, 1927-1941: Martyrdom and National Purification. Routledge, 2023 Kaplan, Robert D. Balkan Ghosts: A Journey Through History. Picador, 2005. Nagy-Talavera, Nicholas. The Green Shirts and the Others: A History of Fascism in Hungary and Romania. Hoover Institution Press, 1970.  Tiu, Ilarion. The Legionary Movement after Corneliu Codreanu. Columbia University Press, 2009 Sturdza, Michel. The Suicide of Europe: Memoirs of Prince Michel Sturdza, Former Foreign Minister of Rumania. Islands Publishers, 1968. Sima, Horia. The History of the Legionary Movement. The Legionary Press, 1995 Cover Image: Romanian prime minister Ion Antonescu and deputy prime minister Horia Sima at a demonstration memorializing Corneliu Zelea Codreanu, the late founder of the Iron Guard. (Bucharest, Romania. October, 1940.) Closing Theme: “Sfanta Tinerete Legionara,” (Hymn of the Legionary Youth) 

I have been selling direct to the consumer in the wine trade for over 35 years. The industry certainly is not what it was; in some ways, better, in other ways,  not so much. I've seen it all...well, at least most of it.  The month and year I started with the Original Wine of the Month Club, my father was featuring a Romanian wine; mind you, Romania was still under Soviet rule. In this episode, I speak with Dr. Marinella Ardelean, expert on Romanian wine. I have to tell you, having Marinella Ardelian on the show took me back, and not just because she reminded me that the first Romanian wine I ever sold—way back in 1989—was a $2.50 Sauvignon Blanc from a winery called Premiat. There's something poetic about opening an episode by unearthing an old newsletter my late father wrote about that wine, especially since it was the same month I joined the family business. Wine really does have a way of sharpening your memory. The nose, the flavor, even the price tag—they stick with you. The conversation started with that kind of serendipity, but Marinella Ardelian quickly brought us to the present. She's based in Venice, waves the flag for Romanian wine, and has this bright, unfussy way of making big topics feel accessible. I love guests like that—insightful without being pedantic, and uncannily good at weaving personal experience into global perspectives. Right off the bat, she fine-tuned the narrative: Romanian wine doesn't need to come "back" to the world stage, it needs to stand in the spotlight it deserves, shoulder to shoulder with France and Italy. I'll admit, I never would've guessed Romania is now in the top six worldwide for vineyard acreage—and domestically, folks there are still drinking 30 liters a year! Sure, the numbers dance around a bit, but the underlying story is about a country with real wine culture. We spent a little time reminiscing about the communist days, when the government controlled everything and Vinexport was king. But the part that struck me most was her clear-eyed take on why Romanian wine isn't chasing the bottom shelf in America. "Romanian wines are not cheap," Marinella Ardelian declared, and she meant it. With high domestic demand and only a sliver of production exported, those who do ship overseas bring quality, not just volume. She's keen on stories and education—Romanian wine, she said, needs context, not just curiosity. This segued beautifully into the broader question of how a wine region markets itself. Marinella Ardelian made a compelling case: you can't just sell the wine, you have to sell the country. Romanian wine, for her, is inseparable from Transylvanian castles, farm-to-table food, and the dramatic scenery. I found that refreshing. Too often, we get obsessed with varietals and forget there's a living culture behind every label. She also explained that since the fall of communism in 1989, a whole generation of winemakers has embraced indigenous grapes like Fetească Neagră—known as the "Black Maiden"—with all the finesse of Pinot Noir and the spice of Syrah. That's the kind of local color I live for. And with the second generation now taking the reins and forming actual cooperatives (something even Armenia, my ancestral homeland, struggles with), you can sense something big is building. Wine tourism, she told me, is finally taking off in Romania. Visitors can ride horses, hunt mushrooms, and sip estate wines in places that wouldn't be out of place in Bordeaux or Barolo. That's the future—experience, narrative, and authenticity. If there's a takeaway, it's that Romanian wine is at a crossroads, one foot in ancient soil, the other in the modern world. Marinella Ardelian has a vision for both—and I left our conversation convinced it's only a matter of time before the rest of the world catches on. I can't wait to revisit this story in a few years and see how far it's come.   Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wine-in-romania-meet-the-expert-and-wine/id1462215436?i=1000647229708 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2kiWrgS5fH8p85I6iS6Gnp?si=McZCVWPEQ6W9T-3jfGGMCQ Wine Talks: https://www.winetalkspodcast.com/wine-in-romania-meet-the-expert-and-wine-comtessse-marinela-ardelean/  

Tyler Spalding is a 2011 bitcoiner whose main focus is payments. As the co-founder and former CEO of Flexa, he has a very unique insight on the cryptocurrency industry. This episode was recorded on the road after visiting the Bear Sanctuary in Romania. 00:00:47 – Introduction & Tyler's Visit to Romania Tyler discusses his trip to Romania, the bear sanctuary, and his passion for supporting bears globally. 00:04:11 – Background: NASA, Payments, and Early Tech Career Tyler shares his background in aerospace engineering, work at NASA, and transition into software and payments. 00:10:09 – Discovering Bitcoin & Early Involvement Tyler recounts learning about Bitcoin in 2011, reading the white paper, and early mining experiences. 00:12:26 – Bitcoin as Payments vs. Store of Value Tyler explains his initial focus on Bitcoin as a payment system and how his views evolved over time. 00:17:26 – Money, Debt, and the Nature of Currency Discussion on the historical relationship between money and debt, and how Bitcoin fits into this context. 00:20:44 – Bitcoin as Commodity, Not Money Tyler argues Bitcoin is more like digital gold than money, and discusses synthetic assets and stablecoins. 00:22:59 – The One Token Dilemma & Use Cases Exploration of Bitcoin's dual role as payment and store of value, and the resulting community debates. 00:28:46 – Spending Bitcoin: Early Purchases & Experiences Tyler shares stories about spending Bitcoin, including buying Cubs World Series tickets and other goods. 00:35:38 – Freedom of Choice & Critique of Maximalism Tyler advocates for utility maximalism and criticizes toxic Bitcoin maximalism and intolerance toward altcoins. 00:39:25 – Bitcoin's Usefulness & 21 Million Narrative Debate on what makes Bitcoin useful, the 21 million supply, and the impact of other crypto projects. 00:41:59 – Altcoins' Positive Impact on Bitcoin Tyler explains how Ethereum and other projects have benefited Bitcoin's growth and adoption. 00:45:38 – Digital Gold Narrative & Custodianship Discussion on the digital gold narrative, Bitcoin's slow/expensive transactions, and the rise of custodians. 00:47:42 – Podcast Sponsors & Wallets Host and Tyler discuss various sponsors, wallets, and services in the crypto ecosystem. 00:55:26 – Use Case Magazine & Documenting Crypto Adoption Tyler introduces his magazine “Use Case,” which documents real-world crypto use cases and includes a hardware wallet. 01:00:48 – Blocksize Wars: Big Blocks vs. Store of Value Tyler reflects on the blocksize wars, his initial support for big blocks, and how his views have changed. 01:09:47 – Forked Coins & Handling BCH Tyler discusses his approach to Bitcoin Cash after the fork and the uncertainty at the time. 01:17:33 – Bitcoin Cash, Scaling, and Miner Dynamics Analysis of Bitcoin Cash's technical progress, miner incentives, and its ongoing relevance. 01:23:10 – Multiple Currencies & Historical Parallels Comparison of today's crypto landscape to historical periods with many local currencies. 01:27:47 – Bitcoin's Uniqueness & Market Realities Debate on whether Bitcoin is truly unique and the challenges of paper Bitcoin and institutional adoption. 01:30:03 – Network Usage vs. Price Focus Tyler emphasizes the importance of real network usage and adoption over price speculation. 01:31:59 – Crypto Celebrities & Community Engagement Stories about working with celebrities and community members in crypto promotional campaigns. 01:46:08 – Five Legitimate Altcoins & Decentralization Tyler lists Ethereum, Zcash, Solana, and others as legitimate projects, and discusses what makes a project a scam. 02:11:55 – Monero, Zano, and Privacy Coins Discussion of Monero, Zano, and the technical and community differences among privacy coins. 02:20:58 – Current Projects: Flexa, AMP, and Anvil Tyler describes his ongoing work with Flexa, AMP, and the Anvil DeFi protocol for collateral management. 02:26:05 – Proof of Stake vs. Proof of Work Tyler explains his preference for proof of stake, its security model, and critiques of Bitcoin's mining centralization. 02:36:08 – Bitcoin Fork Thought Experiment: Privacy & Quantum Resistance Speculation on forking Zcash with Bitcoin's UTXO set for privacy and quantum resistance. 02:43:19 – Quantum Threats & Migration Challenges Discussion on quantum computing risks, migration strategies, and contentious issues around lost coins. 02:51:55 – Lightning Network, Fees, and Network Security Critique of Lightning Network's usability, fee model, and long-term security challenges for Bitcoin. 03:03:00 – If Tyler Could Change One Thing: Privacy Tyler would add privacy to Bitcoin, arguing it's essential for real-world payments. 03:05:05 – Bitcoin's Future & Open Source Innovation Tyler's outlook on Bitcoin's next 15 years, open source growth, and the importance of real-world utility. 03:09:48 – How to Use Flexa Today Practical advice on using Flexa for payments, wallet integrations, and the importance of merchant acceptance. 03:16:36 – Conclusion & Code Word Wrap-up, thanks, and the code word “urs” (Romanian for bear) for listeners who made it to the end.

It's our last week before the avalanche of national finals begins and doesn't stop for almost two months, so we've got another batch of sneak peeks of upcoming shows, plus a listener postcard about the important issue of voting in 2026. Jeremy likes the look of some of these men with accordions, Dimitry's hero might just show up to save the day, and Oscar's villain origin story begins. Visit Eurovisionworld for dates & viewing info for this season's national finals: https://eurovisionworld.com/This week's companion playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/31B99OJyDhWFtzuHBw6427 The Eurovangelists are Jeremy Bent, Oscar Montoya and Dimitry Pompée.The theme was arranged and recorded by Cody McCorry and Faye Fadem, and the logo was designed by Tom Deja.Production support for this show was provided by the Maximum Fun network.The show is edited by Jeremy Bent with audio mixing help was courtesy of Shane O'Connell.Find Eurovangelists on social media as @eurovangelists on Instagram and @eurovangelists.com on Bluesky, or send us an email at eurovangelists@gmail.com. Head to https://maxfunstore.com/collections/eurovangelists for Eurovangelists merch. Also follow the Eurovangelists account on Spotify and check out our playlists of Eurovision hits, competitors in upcoming national finals, and companion playlists to every single episode, including this one!

Sandwiched between Romania and Ukraine is the nation of Moldova. As with many landlocked countries in Central and Eastern Europe, it has a long history as a crossroads for armies and people. In addition to serving as a crossroads of civilizations, it has also served as a buffer between states.  All of which has made for a very interesting history.  Learn more about Moldova on this episode of Everything Everywhere Daily. Sponsors Quince Go to quince.com/daily for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! Mint Mobile Get your 3-month Unlimited wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month at mintmobile.com/eed Chubbies Get 20% off your purchase at Chubbies with the promo code DAILY at checkout! Aura Frames Exclusive $35 off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/DAILY. Promo Code DAILY DripDrop Go to dripdrop.com and use promo code EVERYTHING for 20% off your first order. Uncommon Goods Go to uncommongoods.com/DAILY for 15% off! Subscribe to the podcast!  https://everything-everywhere.com/everything-everywhere-daily-podcast/ -------------------------------- Executive Producer: Charles Daniel Associate Producers: Austin Oetken & Cameron Kieffer   Become a supporter on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/everythingeverywhere Discord Server: https://discord.gg/UkRUJFh Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everythingeverywhere/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/everythingeverywheredaily Twitter: https://twitter.com/everywheretrip Website: https://everything-everywhere.com/  Disce aliquid novi cotidie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Simplicity is not just an aesthetic choice. It is a business approach that can give photographers more clarity, more consistency, and more confidence. For newborn photographer Victoria Burcusel, removing the excess helped her strengthen her style, streamline her process, and build a studio experience that truly reflects her values.In this episode, Victoria shares her journey from Romania to New Zealand to Australia and how each chapter shaped her creative identity. We talk about choosing a niche, learning from trusted mentors, developing strong lighting skills, and the power of creating with intention instead of relying on every prop or trend that comes along.Victoria opens up about the mistakes she made early in her career, the pressure she felt to buy everything, the studio redesign that changed everything for her clients, and the freedom that came when she stopped trying to please everyone. Her honesty about growth, refinement, and staying true to what she loves will resonate with photographers in every stage.If you have ever felt overwhelmed by trends, props, comparison, or the pressure to do more, Victoria's story will encourage you to simplify, trust your foundations, and create from a place of confidence.What's in this episode:[02:15] Victoria's journey from Romania to New Zealand to Australia[05:10] How she discovered newborn photography and why it clicked[08:20] The early overwhelm of buying too many props[10:42] Learning from mentors and what truly moved the needle[13:55] How simplifying her studio transformed her style[16:20] Lighting foundations and why they matter more than props[18:40] Creating a client experience that feels calm and intentional[21:05] The moment she stopped trying to please everyone[24:10] Why consistency creates confidence for both artist and client[26:50] Advice for photographers who feel unsure of their styleIf you have ever felt overwhelmed by trends, props, comparison, or the pressure to do more, this conversation with Victoria will reassure you that less can truly lead to more.For full show notes, resources, links and to download the transcript, visit our website: https://themilkyway.ca/podcast/Grab your spot for the 2025 Online Newborn Retreat!

In this episode of Urban Girl Corporate World, Nicole checks in from Bucharest, Romania, where she reflects on a full-circle career moment and celebrates her first international speaking engagement at the GoTech World Conference.Nicole shares why this trip was especially meaningful, from reconnecting with former colleagues to recognizing the power of long-term professional relationships and strong leadership.She then dives into one of the most frequently asked questions she receives: mentorship. Nicole breaks down why clarity is key before seeking a mentor, how to identify the right people to learn from, and the importance of preparation, reputation, and driving the mentor–mentee relationship with intention.If you're considering mentorship or want to make better use of it, this episode offers practical guidance you can apply right away.Have a career question you want Nicole to answer?Email: UrbanGirlCorporateWorld@gmail.comVisit Nicole's website:https://www.nicoledove.com/Enjoying the podcast?Leave a 5-star review, and don't forget to like, subscribe, and share.

Paul Dumitru is an Insurance Specialist at the Financial Supervisory Authority of Romania, President of the CPCU Romanian Chapter, and 2025 CPCU Society International Ambassador, where he will represent the CPCU Society and continue fostering international connections and awareness of the CPCU designation and the CPCU Society.   A CPCU Society member since 2013, Paul earned his CPCU designation in 2017. He is a member of the Europe Chapter, serves as the acting President of the newly forming Romania Chapter, and is a committee member on the Global Virtual Community Steering Committee. Over the past year, he has promoted the CPCU Society through media appearances, conferences, and the launch of the Romania Chapter, helping to expand the Society's reach across Eastern Europe.   Professionally, Paul works at Romania's Financial Supervisory Authority, where he focuses on financial education and strategic insurance initiatives. In this episode of In the Know, Chris Hampshire and Paul discuss insurance in Europe, the CPCU Society Romania Chapter, and some of the factors that have shaped Paul's insurance career, including his CPCU designation.   Key Takeaways Paul's professional journey from chemistry to insurance. Surprising discoveries from within the world of insurance. The intellectual reward of working in risk management. An overview of the Romanian insurance market. Training and developing the next generation of insurance professionals. Strategies for adapting insurance systems as part of the EU. Founding the Romanian CPCU chapter. Paul's message to the next generation of insurance professionals. A five-year look at the future of the Romanian insurance market. The benefits of Paul's CPCU designation.   In the Know podcast theme music written and performed by James Jones, CPCU, and Kole Shuda of the band If-Then.   To learn more about the CPCU Society, its membership, and educational offerings, tools, and programs, please visit CPCUSociety.org.   Follow the CPCU Society on social media: X (Twitter): @CPCUSociety Facebook: @CPCUSociety LinkedIn: @The Institutes CPCU Society Instagram: @the_cpcu_society   Quotes "Working in insurance is one of the most fascinating industries in the world." "Insurance meets at the intersection of finance, law, and human behavior." "In insurance, I learn something new every day of my life." "You only need curiosity to learn about the fascinating insurance industry."  

What happens when a man grows up under brutal communism, religious persecution, and fear and then discovers that true freedom cannot exist without truth?In this episode of The Manly Catholic, James sits down with Father Peter Damian, a Catholic priest, son of a Eastern Orthodox pastor, and convert who lived firsthand under the weight of communist ideology in Romania. This is not theory. This is lived experience.Father Peter shares what life was really like behind the Iron Curtain, where neighbors spied on neighbors, faith was suppressed, and fear ruled daily life. He explains why freedom, once lost, is never something to be taken lightly and why modern men are dangerously naive about what happens when truth collapses.The conversation turns direct and uncompromising as Father Peter walks through his intellectual conversion from Orthodoxy to Catholicism. He explains why Christ did not leave us a loose federation of opinions but a Church with authority. From Matthew 16 to the Church Fathers, from the papacy to the failures of decentralized Christianity, this episode exposes why unity without authority is impossible and why the early Church always pointed to Peter as the visible head meant to preserve order and truth.This episode dismantles the lie that freedom means doing whatever you want. Father Peter shows how that lie devastated societies in the East and is now hollowing out the West. Without faith, morality collapses. Without morality, society decays. This is not speculation. It is history repeating itself.Father Peter also shares his powerful vocational story, including the role Our Lady of Medjugorje played in his conversion and call to the priesthood. This episode is a direct challenge to Catholic men. Stop living as spectators. Stop outsourcing truth. Stop confusing comfort with freedom. If you want a virtuous society, you must first become a virtuous man rooted in Christ and His Church.This is Part One of the conversation. The foundation is laid. The fight continues.Referenced Products & ResourcesMystic Monk CoffeeHarmel Academy of the TradesPowerful Quotes from the Episode“Without faith, morality collapses. And without morality, society becomes a disaster.”“Freedom is not the ability to do whatever you want. It is the ability to do what is right.”“The Church is meant to be a symphony. But a symphony without a choir master becomes chaos.”Key Takeaway for MenStop treating freedom as comfort. Start treating it as responsibility. Submit your intellect and your will to Christ and His Church. A man who rejects authority will never lead his family or defend the faith.Support & Stay ConnectedPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page to help grow the show and reach as many men as possible. Thank you for your prayers and support.As always, please pray for us. We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints, and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost.Check out our website and sign up for our newsletter!Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: Hello gentlemen, long-time listener here, and I'd love your take on something that's been keeping me up at night. The high powered boss that I report to is someone I genuinely like and respect.This manager is smart, kind, honest, and overall great to work with. We have a solid relationship. I also come from big tech, so I sometimes feel I have better experience around managing projects and keeping teams organized. However she recently shared in confidence that there's a chance of resigning in the next few months. and when I asked what keeps her up at night, the headache did not seem so big of a deal to me. But ever since hearing this news, I've been catastrophizing the next few months. I'm not ready to job-hunt. At the same time, if this manager does leave, it could be a really good opportunity for me to step up. So here's what I'm struggling with: 1.How do I position myself for a potential promotion without making it seem like I'm going behind my manager's back or trying to undermine them? 2.Should I quietly start looking for an job anyways, just in case? 3.And how do I stay sane when this might all be for nothing and the manager might actually stay? Would really appreciate your wisdom on how to navigate this without losing more sleep. Thanks for everything you do! I've worked as an engineering manager in a few big companies in Berlin, but after too much corporate politics bs, I flipped the fingers and quit. In the 2025 economy, that wasn't the smartest move — finding a new job has been harder than ever. I've been focusing on smaller companies, ideally under 100 people. Ideally less politics, more autonomy. But now I've got an offer from Google in Bucharest — nearly double the compensation what I could get in Germany. The catch? I'd have to leave my strong circle of friends in Berlin and start over in a new city, new country. What would you do in my place? Brainstorm with me please

In this celebratory 200th episode of Bloodhaus, hosts Joshua Conkel and Drusilla reflect on their journey through arthouse horror films. They delve into the thematic exploration of nuns in cinema, focusing on Paul Verhoeven's 'Benedetta' before switching to discuss the low brow effort that is 'The Nun'. Benedetta is a 2021 biographical psychological drama film co-written and directed by Paul Verhoeven, starring Virginie Efira as Benedetta Carlini, a nun in the 17th century who joins an Italian convent while a young child and later has a lesbian love affair with another nun, while seeing religious visions.[4][5]The Nun is a 2018 American gothic supernatural horror film directed by Corin Hardy and written by Gary Dauberman, from a story by Dauberman and James Wan. It serves as a spiritual spin-off to The Conjuring 2 and is the fifth installment in The Conjuring shared universe. The film stars Taissa Farmiga, Demián Bichir and Jonas Bloquet, with Bonnie Aarons reprising her role as the Demon Nun, an incarnation of Valak, from The Conjuring 2. The plot follows a Roman Catholic priest and a nun in her novitiate as they uncover an unholy secret in 1952 Romania. It has a sequel, The Nun II, released in 2023.NEXT WEEK: Thirst (2009)Bloodhaus:https://www.bloodhauspod.com/https://www.instagram.com/bloodhauspod/https://letterboxd.com/bloodhaus/Drusilla Adeline:https://www.sisterhydedesign.com/https://letterboxd.com/sisterhyde/https://www.instagram.com/sister__hyde/Joshua Conkelhttps://www.joshuaconkel.com/https://www.instagram.com/joshua_conkel/https://letterboxd.com/JoshuaConkel/

Today our friend Cosmin Bota tells us the true story of his family fleeing communist, socialist Romania in the 80's as a child with his four siblings and his father leading the way. Don't miss this remarkable story that reminds us of the value of freedom. Topic: Our Mission The Public Square® Long Format  thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, January 8th 2026

A found-footage extravaganza, Dracula: 2004 dares to ask what happens when you combine vampires and dial-up internet. Join Jonathan as he survives the work trip from hell; gossip with Mina and Lucy over Lucy's three suitors; and meet the eccentric Van Helsing and her vampire-hunting armoury. This is a new millennium, a new age of technology, and a version of Dracula that you have never experienced before. Dracula: 2004 is a modernised version of Dracula set in the year (you guessed it) 2004, exploring key themes of friendship, faith and inner light. Find the show on all podcast platforms! In this episode, Jonathan Harker, solicitor, arrives in Romania, listens to a voicemail from Mina, records his travel log, and meets his employer's new client: Count Dracula.Content warnings: Imprisonment, wild animal attack Transcript here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/14XmVMYjOt9KL01DOa2CXoN6a5jbB7pD58w46FrfLfJk/edit?tab=t.0  Find us online:Patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/redracula⁠Merch: ⁠https://store.dftba.com/collections/re-dracula⁠Website: ⁠www.ReDracula.live⁠Tumblr: ⁠https://www.tumblr.com/re-dracula⁠Bloody Disgusting Website: ⁠www.Bloody-Disgusting.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hey Heal Squad! If you've ever wondered what it really takes to turn a dream into reality, and sustain it with grit and determination, you've got to hear this episode!  Maria is with the one and only Anastasia Soare, iconic founder of Anastasia Beverly Hills and author of her new memoir Raising Brows, for an honest about leadership, discipline, health, and legacy. Anastasia is living proof that when you believe in yourself, you can be more powerful than the money, connections, or privilege you may or may not have. Anastasia opens up about immigrating to the U.S. as a single mom after escaping communist Romania in search of freedom, opportunity, and a better life… and how that journey shaped her unshakable mindset. She gets candid about the tough sacrifices and even tougher decisions that came with building her empire (including firing her own daughter from the company!), whether she would ever consider selling her billion-dollar brand, and the health non-negotiables that protect her mental and physical stamina. At its core, this conversation is a reminder how success comes from leading your life with discipline and intention. Enjoy! HEALERS & HEAL-LINERS Choosing uncertainty over comfort: Anastasia made the life-altering decision to escape communist Romania, immigrate to the U.S. as a single mother, and bet on herself with no money, no language, and no safety net…prioritizing long-term vision over short-term security. Protecting her health while building success: Anastasia decided early on to manage her emotions, release past trauma, and refuse burnout as the cost of success, focusing on discipline, presence, and health non-negotiables so she could sustain both her empire and her well-being. HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website:https://www.healsquad.com/ Heal Squad x Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HealSquad/membership Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy's Page: Shop My Macy's Storefront EMR-Tek Red Light: https://emr-tek.com/discount/Maria30 for 30% off Airbnb: https://www.airbnb.com/host AUDIBLE:  https://audible.com/healsquad AG1: drinkag1.com/healsquad  GUEST RESOURCES: Anastasia Soare Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anastasiasoare/ Anastasia Beverly Hills: https://www.instagram.com/anastasiabeverlyhills/?hl=en Website: https://www.anastasiabeverlyhills.com/ Anastasia's Book Raising Brows: https://raisingbrowsbook.com/ ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos' passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content (published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or http://Mariamenounos.com and http://healsquad.com) is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company's Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. This podcast is presented for exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for preventing, diagnosing, or treating a specific illness. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.

Gary Brecka takes the stage at the Biohacking 360 Summit in Romania to challenge modern medical dogmas and reveal how the body can heal itself when given the right raw materials. Drawing from 22 years of mortality research, Brecka explains that the vast majority of human ailments, from ADHD and depression to hypertension, stem from nutrient deficiencies and a lack of oxygen, not genetically inherited diseases. CLICK HERE TO BECOME GARYS VIP!: ⁠https://bit.ly/4ai0Xwg⁠ Thank you to our partners H2TABS: “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: ⁠https://bit.ly/4hMNdgg⁠ BODYHEALTH: “ULTIMATE20” FOR 20% OFF: ⁠http://bit.ly/4e5IjsV⁠ BAJA GOLD: "ULTIMATE10" FOR 10% OFF: ⁠https://bit.ly/3WSBqUa⁠ COLD LIFE: THE ULTIMATE HUMAN PLUNGE: ⁠https://bit.ly/4eULUKp⁠ WHOOP: JOIN AND GET 1 FREE MONTH!: ⁠https://bit.ly/3VQ0nzW⁠ AION: “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: ⁠https://bit.ly/4h6KHAD⁠ A-GAME: “ULTIMATE15” FOR 15% OFF: ⁠http://bit.ly/4kek1ij⁠ PEPTUAL: “TUH10” FOR 10% OFF: ⁠https://bit.ly/4mKxgcn⁠ CARAWAY: “ULTIMATE” FOR 10% OFF: ⁠https://bit.ly/3Q1VmkC⁠ HEALF: 10% OFF YOUR ORDER: ⁠https://bit.ly/41HJg6S⁠ RHO NUTRITION: “ULTIMATE15” FOR 15% OFF: ⁠https://bit.ly/44fFza0⁠ GOPUFF: GET YOUR FAVORITE SNACK!: ⁠https://bit.ly/4obIFDC⁠ GENETIC METHYLATION TEST (UK ONLY): ⁠https://bit.ly/48QJJrk⁠ GENETIC TEST (USA ONLY): ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3Yg1Uk9⁠ Watch  the “Ultimate Human Podcast” every Tuesday & Thursday at 9AM EST: YouTube: ⁠https://bit.ly/3RPQYX8⁠ Podcasts: ⁠https://bit.ly/3RQftU0⁠ Connect with Gary Brecka Instagram: ⁠https://bit.ly/3RPpnFs⁠ TikTok: ⁠https://bit.ly/4coJ8fo⁠ X: ⁠https://bit.ly/3Opc8tf⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://bit.ly/464VA1H⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://bit.ly/4hH7Ri2⁠ Website: ⁠https://bit.ly/4eLDbdU⁠ Merch: ⁠https://bit.ly/4aBpOM1⁠ Newsletter: ⁠https://bit.ly/47ejrws⁠ Ask Gary: ⁠https://bit.ly/3PEAJuG⁠ Timestamps 00:00 ​Intro 4:12 - Gary Brecka's Background as a Mortality Researcher 6:32 - The Predictive Power of Mortality Data 6:57 - The Importance of Oxygen in Disease Prevention 7:16 - The Decision to Help People Live Longer 7:42 - Debunking Genetic Myths in Modern Medicine 10:46 - Cellular Regeneration: A New Body Every 84 Days 14:16 - Understanding ADD/ADHD as Attention Overload 19:02 - The Serotonin Hypothesis and Root Causes of Depression 24:12 - The Dangers of Synthetic Folic Acid and MTHFR Gene Mutation 27:55 - OCD, Dopamine Deficiency, and the Roots of Addiction 31:33 - Solving the Dopamine Gap to Treat Dependency 34:33 - Case Study: Reversing Dana White's Hypertension 39:56 - The Role of Homocysteine and Vascular Constriction 46:07 - Collaboration with Cardiologists on Nutrient Deficiencies 47:51 - The Process of Methylation: Refining Raw Materials 49:56 - The Secret to Longevity: Empowering the Immune System 52:17 - Hypothyroid Truths: Liver Conversion and Selenium 58:39 - Autoimmune Disease: Pathogens vs. Immune System Crime 1:05:59 - The "Caregiver Syndrome" and Self-Care Importance The Ultimate Human with Gary Brecka Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user's own risk. The Content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices