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WE'RE BACK! A FORAGER'S STORY!! We return to the show after an extended hiatus to chat with JJ Reich (@blackwalnutdaddy ), author of "Nuts About Black Walnuts". JJ's self-published book all about black walnuts offers a detailed and in-depth analysis of almost every topic you could possibly imagine involving ye olde Juglans Nigra. Available on Amazon, this collection of essays is definitely a must-have for anybody curious about black walnuts, whether you're an old experienced forager or a new one!! JJ is such a pleasure to chat with and has such a great attitude and sense of humor; we loved having him on the show and we hope you enjoy our conversation!We know we couldn't cover everything about black walnuts in one episode so look forward to hearing from JJ again in the future!!!

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How many times have you gotten to the meeting but your pitch fell flat? You went in guns blazing, thinking the hard part was over and you'd land the deal—but instead you face-planted. It's not your product or your pricing. It's your messaging that's failing you—and blocking you from a sale. A Framework to Tap Into Your Prospect's Pain So what's missing?  A framework that actually speaks to your prospect's pain, builds urgency, and moves them toward a ‘yes.'  As The Sales Gravy Podcast guest Mike Malloy points out, the PASTOR messaging method can solve that disconnect. You tap into your customer's pain points and you close. The PASTOR Method Created by renowned copywriter Ray Edwards, the word “PASTOR' is about guiding your prospect through the process with messaging that grabs attention and prompts action. As a salesperson, you lead your potential client toward a solution. True sales relationships aren't forced—it's natural and authentic. You're not stereotypically pushy or desperate. You have the magic answer to a customer's problem. Think of it like leading a prospect down a sales path where they see the problem clearly, understand the solution, and feel confident saying ‘YES' to a deal. P - Problem & Pain An eventual ‘Yes' stems from pain—pain from stalled business, lost revenue, or missed quotas. Until you unearth the problem, there's no need for you or your solution. Translation: No sale. Your job is to identify the pain point and get your prospect to acknowledge that, yeah, it's ruining their business, too. Don't gloss over the pain—lean into it. Show you understand. Your understanding will connect with the customer and start building your relationship—a relationship that leads to closing. A - Amplify the Consequences Don't be afraid to twist the knife. This isn't just a little problem. It's debilitating. It's costing the customer time and money. It's a huge pain point. What will the prospect's life be next quarter, next year, if they don't solve it this minute? How much worse will it get? Fear of loss is a powerful motivator. Prospects need to feel the urgency to fix the problem now. S - Story, Solution, System This is where you offer the solution—but don't just drop a pitch. Tell a story.  Give your prospect an example that they can hold on to and that helps them connect.  Tom's sales team was floundering. They couldn't make quota. Then they found our [your service]. Jill's company needed a new distributor. Her current distributor was often late, goods were damaged and it was hurting her bottom line. Then she learned about [your service]. Make it clear that hiring you isn't just smart—it's the game-changer they've been looking for. Show them you get it. Lay out a clear, systematic solution that wipes out their pain—once they see you've got the answer, the deal's as good as closed. T - Transformation & Testimony And what does it look like when all that pain goes away? Paint the picture. You highlighted all the real and future pain not hiring you would cause. Now, tell your prospect what life will be like after they embrace your solution. People don't buy products—they buy results. They need to see exactly how they'll save time, make money, and come out ahead. Show them the win, and they'll say yes. This is also where you leverage testimonials to build credibility. Personal accounts from past customers who can bolster your position. When they believe others have succeeded, they'll trust they can too. They'll be signing with you before you know it. O - Offer Your offer isn't just about price—it's about making the value so clear that saying 'no' feels like a mistake. Remove any friction to the deal by emphasizing the ease of transition and fast onboarding. Your offer needs to entice with solid, actionable steps to cutting out their pain points. There's no room for waffling here. Outline the ROI clearly and make it simple, easy,

After listening to all five finalists of the Bloomberg Green Docs, be honest -- there's no way you can tell who won. They are all that good. In part 1, I talked to the judges and today, you'll hear from the five finalists.LIFE WITH BATS by David LuffCLIMATE DIARIES: HEATHER'S STORY by Berit Anderson and Ali ScattergoodFINDING HOME by Maria StanishevaGROVE OF GIANTS by Bree SandersSAVING GLACIERS by Ciril JazbecAnd you'll hear who won. But as David Luff says, they all won by being a part of this process. Thanks again to Bloomberg Climate for helping make these interviews happen.Links:Bloomberg Green DocsSupport the Podcast Through MembershipSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/first-time-go/exclusive-content

This week is all about the Bloomberg Green Docs festival, held in Seattle on July 12, 2024. Thanks to Bloomberg Climate, especially Emily Anton and Courtney J. Boland, I interviewed most of the judges and all of the five finalists.Taken altogether, they paint a picture of where the industry is going in regards to climate documentaries; how nonprofits are changing views through both narrative and documentary filmmaking; the secrets to success in a tough industry; and what they were looking for from the five finalists.I've broken down the interviews into two episodes: the first is with the judges and the second with the finalists. Maybe you've read who won, but if you haven't, I urge you to go on a ride with me this week and wait till the end of part 2 to see who takes home the $25,000.In this episode, I talk with:Aaron Rutkoff, Executive Editor, Bloomberg GreenWill N. Miller, Producer, The Territory & Co-founder, DocumistJill Tidman, Executive Director, The Redford Center Lindsay Firestone, Film & Special Content Projects Lead, Bloomberg PhilanthropiesIn part 2, I'll talk with the five finalist teams:CLIMATE DIARIES: HEATHER'S STORY by Berit Anderson and Ali ScattergoodFINDING HOME by Maria Stanisheva GROVE OF GIANTS by Bree Sanders LIFE WITH BATS by David Luff SAVING GLACIERS by Ciril JazbecLinks:Bloomberg Green DocsThe Redford CenterA Louisiana Story (the 1948 film Lindsay Firestone references)Support the Podcast Through MembershipSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/first-time-go/exclusive-content

What do you get when you team 3 STARS - COOPER, HEPBURN, & TAYLOR with 3 all-time great DIRECTORS in WYLER, ZINNEMANN, & MANN?  Three amazing films, of course, in "The Nun's Story," "Friendly Persuasion," & "Devil's Doorway."  George Feltenstein of the Warner Archive joins the podcast to review these three classics from the 1950s that now look better than ever in high-definition Blu-ray.  We go through the superb performances in each film, the keen-eyed direction from these film masters, and the fantastic restoration and package of extras that the Warner Archive has created for each release.Purchase links:THE NUN'S STORY (1959)FRIENDLY PERSUASION (1956)DEVIL'S DOORWAY (1950)  Past Present FeatureA filmmaker appreciation podcast hosted by Emmy-winning director...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyThe Extras Facebook pageThe Extras Twitter Warner Archive & Warner Bros Catalog GroupOtaku Media produces podcasts, behind-the-scenes extras, and media that connect creatives with their fans and businesses with their consumers. Contact us today to see how we can work together to achieve your goals. www.otakumedia.tv

Oh-h My-y God, we've got an EXTREMELY special episode at long last! As only the Super Star books can, BRUCE'S STORY brings you a ridiculous Sweet Valley Saga from the POV of one of its richest and least likable characters. Bruce Patman (or, if you prefer, "Pac-Man") sits at the center of this one, looking really dumb but in a way that's unsettlingly...endearing? Maybe? STRANGE BEDFELLOWS co-hosts and past chaos-agent guests Jack Shepherd and Tanner Greenring are back to help us see the real Bruce at last.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Listen and find out how our guest Joe Meeker went from weighing  350lbs to 180lbs!!!Joe Meeker is a father and soon to be husband as well as a marathon running metal head who is a BBQ cooking connoisseur.  Here at TDMP we believe in elevating the everyday hero, and THAT'S YOU! The regular everyday man that is doing all he can to protect, provide, love, lead and develop himself into the man God has designed him to be. FOLLOW JOE'S STORY: https://www.facebook.com/joe.meeker.5Support the show Follow us on X for more shenanigans https://twitter.com/TDMPodcast603 Follow us on Instagram for extra shenanigans https://www.instagram.com/thedangerousmanpodcast/ Connect with Matt Fortin & Rory Lawrence Email us at: thedangerousmanpodcast@gmail.com And Remember men... Stop trying & start training! Top 3 Masculinity Podcast... https://podcasts.feedspot.com/masculinity_podcasts/ Top 20 Men's Podcast for 2024... https://podcasts.feedspot.com/mens_podcasts/

In this "Help! My kid needs a book!" episode, Chrissie responds to listener requests for middle-grade book recommendations.FEATURED BOOKSSpooky Graphic NovelsWELCOME TO FERAL and LAST EXIT TO FERAL by Mark FearingALL THE LOVELY BAD ONES by Mary Downing HahnTHE OJJA-WOJJA by Magdalene VisaggioSCURRY by Mac SmithRealistic Graphic NovelsDUEL by Jessixa BagleyTHE CUPCAKE DIARIES by Coco SimonPAWS by Nathan FairbairnART CLUB by Rashad DoucetBacklist Middle Grade to Read AloudTHE VANDERBEEKERS OF 141ST STREET by Karina Yan GlaserA PLACE TO HANG THE MOON by Kate AlbusA ROVER'S STORY by Jasmine WargaTHE GIRL WHO SAILED THE STARS by Matilda WoodsBe sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. You can follow the show on Instagram @bookdelightpod, follow Chrissie on Instagram @librarychrissie, and subscribe to Chrissie's kidlit newsletter at librarychrissie.substack.com.If you want to support the show, please consider becoming a paid subscriber on Substack. For $7/month, you are helping to pay the costs of the show and receive exclusive content like extra booklists, roundups of kidlit books that have received starred reviews, reviews of books Chrissie did not like, and more.

Audrey Whisman was diagnosed with Selective Mutism when she was in 5th Grade. After Audrey's teachers began to share her challenges with her parents, they soon found their way to the SMart Center. Today, over 10 years after her diagnosis, Audrey is absolutely thriving. In this episode, Dr. E sits down with Audrey to discuss how she overcame Selective Mutism. Timestamps (1:37):  (2:58) AUDREY'S STORY  (5:51) TREATMENT STRATEGIES THAT WORKED (8:10) LEAVING SYMPTOMS BEHIND (12:31) ADVICE TO INDIVIDUALS, PARENTS AND TEACHERS  (22:29) FIGHTING OFF ANXIETY AND NOT LOOKING BACK -  ⁠Ask Dr. E⁠ any questions you may have from the episode.  ⁠Learn more⁠ about the host, Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum  Explore our ⁠SMart Center success stories⁠!  ⁠Get started⁠ at the SMart Center  Listen to other episodes of Unspoken Words ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Relevant resources:  Audrey's Shining Star Feature - This podcast was made possible thanks to ⁠New Edition Consulting.⁠  For all podcast inquiries, please contact Dakota Hornak at ⁠⁠⁠dhornak@selectivemutismcenter.org⁠⁠

IT'S ALWAYS EASIER TO OWN SOMEBODY ELSE'S STORY. ESPECIALLY WHEN IT APPEARS MORE BROKEN OR GLAMOROUS TO US. BUT IS THAT MORE OF WANTING COMFORT OR TRUTH.

The conclusion of LISEY"S STORY and you know what? Pretty good. Also, we have a great idea for a movie. Get weekly bonus content on our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/kingmepod

EPISODE 381: ADDELYN'S STORY with Jeff & Sue Wehner Wehner's are a beautiful, very engaged Catholic family of seven living in Sandusky, Ohio. Add five family saints looking down from on high (miscarriages). On the eve of Valentine's Day, 2023, Addelyn (7) was perfectly healthy. The next day all her systems were shutting down. She was life-flighted. This is a beautifully moving story of how the entire Wehner family and community gave witness throughout it all. We talk about God's blessing of marriage and family, and give particular consideration to the big question: How do we understand God and faith when things don't go the way we want? Where is God in tragedy? See the video version for moving photos that highlight the journey. GET ON BOARD NOW for SUPREME MAKEOVER: HOME EDITION (amazing 8 week journey for families beginning in September): CatholicRevival.us. IGNITE Radio Live was named by Spotify as a top podcast globally. Access all our other great programs at ⁠⁠⁠IGNITERadioLive.com⁠⁠⁠, an outreach of Mass Impact, a dynamic missionary movement of families united in seeking, proclaiming, living, and building the Kingdom. Find out more and get on board at ⁠⁠⁠ILoveMyFamily.us⁠⁠⁠. Please click on that ⁠⁠⁠partner⁠⁠⁠ tab. We are a full-time missionary movement 100% dependent upon your prayers and financial partnership.  LISTEN NOW! SHARE! BROUGHT TO YOU BY Image Trinity (Mass Impact). We are families united in more fully seeking, proclaiming, living, and building the Kingdom. Over the past years, hundreds have been blessed by a "family roadmap." We've been united in gathering in our respective homes on a weekly basis to talk and pray using a fun, meaningful "Live IT Gathering Guide" based on subsequent Sunday readings. Get your free LIT Guide at ⁠⁠ILoveMyFamily.us⁠⁠ or the app at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MassImpact.us/APP⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠ IF YOU'RE A CATHOLIC MAN interested in missioned friendships, marked by the hearts of men united in striving to build the Kingdom GO: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pentecost365.us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. JOIN OUR ⁠⁠Belief & Beverages Nights⁠⁠: ⁠⁠⁠MassImpact.us/BNB⁠⁠⁠ PARTNER WITH THIS MOVEMENT at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MassImpact.us/PARTNER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.         SUPPORT CATHOLIC BUSINESSES and leaders committed to professional excellence and building the Kingdom. GO: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MassImpact.us/KINGDOM⁠ Oh, Most Holy Spirit, come and IGNITE the Great FIRE of Your Love! Set it ABLAZE in our minds and hearts! #Catholic #Marriage #Family #ilovemyfamily #ThyKingdomCome #christian #home #faith #children #virtue #holiness #funny #inspiring #love #parents #happiness #heaven --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/igniteradiolive/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/igniteradiolive/support

Do you know what's worse than politics??? DADS! Happy Father's Day to all the incredible fathers out there! Tonights episode is something special, especially for YOU!THIS WEEK'S PAIRINGS:Crowned Heads Four KicksMammoth Northern Rye Old FashionedTHIS WEEK'S GRIPE:Poopy SportsTHIS WEEK'S CONSPIRACY:Tennessee CryptidsTHIS WEEK'S BIZARRE FLAVOR:N/ATHIS WEEK'S CHAD'S STORY:666 Bus to HelTHIS WEEK'S DEEP TALK:Advice for DadsTHIS WEEK'S WTF NEWS:Losing $28.7BWE WOULD LOVE YOUR SUPPORT!!www.patreon.com/thehonestcigarexperienceWE WILL BE DONATING $1 FOR EVERY PATREON WE HAVE MONTHLY TOWARDS CHARITY WATER!!www.charitywater.orghttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bdBG5VO01e0TIER 1 ($5/mo)*Will get you early access to our most recent episodes!TIER 2 ($10/mo)*Will get you all of Tier 1, PLUS a 5 pack of cigars during the year, AND extra bonus content!TIER 3 ($20/mo)*Will get you all of Tier 1, Tier 2, PLUS a mystery box during the year, AND the ability to join us on an episode! JUST ANNOUNCED!!!! Tier 3's will also be invited to a monthly herf via Zoom! *TIERS may be subject to changeDON'T BE THAT GUY!!!Pick up any Crowned Heads Cigar from your local brick & mortar or favorite website!Support our Crowned Heads family, not only because they are our OFFICIAL SPONSOR, but because they ARE family!If you would like to ask us a question or hear about a certain topic, please reach out to us on our social media platforms. We would love to hear from you!We can be found on FB, and also Instagram @sty_hnst and @thehonestcigarexperience or you can reach out via email: thehonestcigarexperience@gmail.comIT'S FINALLY HERE!!!We have recently launched our YouTube channel, "The Cigar Experience Reviews." On this channel you can expect to find in depth cigar reviews and cigar talk. Moving forward, the podcast will focus more on HONEST conversations over a good cigar.Please make sure to LIKE / SUBSCRIBE and click the bell notification to be alerted of all new videos posted.Special thanks to William Blake Band for providing us with "Throw Down" and allowing us to take this podcast experience to a whole new level. We sincerely appreciate you Blake!Make sure you check out William Blake Band's debut single release, "ALIVE,” and his second single, “Change Me” is live now!The official music videos are currently on YouTube.You can follow William Blake Band on YouTube @ William Blake, Facebook @ William Blake Band. Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW and support this incredible artist.SPECIAL OFFERS  FOR OUR LISTENERS!!!www.legacycoffeecompany.comUse discount code: HONEST for 10% OFF your order!www.standardandtwain.comUse discount code: THECIGAREXPERIENCETN for a free cigar in your first monthly shipment!www.newair.comUse discount code: THECIGAREXPERIENCETNfor 10% OFF!

Here my friends, Joe, and Caleb join me to talk about our music making journey, and our 6 years of doing music together. Among other music related things. Hope you enjoy and gain something from this! . Joseph Lueras New Album: ISABELLA'S STORY is out now!! check it out on all platforms under - Joseph Lueras . You can also find my music under Dan's Bunny --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/daniel-ethan-jaques/support

Hey Scaredy Cats. Welcome back to the Haunted Library and our seven day countdown to Christmas. Each day we'll be featuring a spooky ghost story that is perfect to listen to as the nights grow cold and dark. In fact, today marks the Winter Solstice, the day of the year with the fewest hours of daylight. That makes it the perfect reason to read scary stories (if you need a reason, that is!).  In an article in the Globe and Mail, Jessica Duffin Wolfe writes “perhaps nothing is more Christmasy than ghosts. They toast the home, condense memory and signal the pleasures and frustrations of guests and hosts. Plenty of carols remind us that Christmas is a festival of the night, and the dead too come home for the holidays.” THE OLD NURSE'S STORY by Elizabeth GaskellContact/Follow UsEmail: scaredycats.podcats@gmail.comTwitter: @CatsScaredyInstagram: @scaredycatsthepodcastHive: @scaredycatsthepodcastTwitchYouTubeSupport the show

Tune in today as we talk to the one and only The Coaches Coach™. We will learn more about what it takes to be the author of the amazing brand and help entrepreneurs all around the world reach their full potential, work less and make more...all while still being an amazing wife and mother.Learn more about the Group Coaching Blueprint Challenge using this direct link: https://bit.ly/3aUsNET.Watch Full Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/G8APcBndf1wEPISODE BREAKDOWN:[0:23] INTRODUCTION[1:43] I AM THE COACHES COACH[2:55] WHAT IS NLP?[5:22] WHY ARE WE STUCK?[6:58] IT'S ALL A MINDSET[[8:35] A TRIP DOWN MEMORY LANE[14:48] SPIRITUALLY OPEN-MINDED[15:23] GROWING THE BUSINESS[18:22] ARE YOU FULFILLED AT WORK?[20:55] MINDSET PRINCIPLES[22:30] DR. PAM'S STORY[28:06] GETTING INTO THE HONEY[31:09] WORKING WITH YOUR SPOUSE[33:15] HAVING OTHER MARRIED FRIENDS[36:15] NOT THE AMERICAN NORMAL[37:52] ALL MY SINGLE LADIES[40:34] BLUEPRINT CHALLENGE FOR COACHES[41:54] FINDING COACH KELLY ON SOCIAL MEDIASupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/confessions-of-a-werkaholic/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week in headlines, zoos are hiding birds from avian flu. Our guest is Tiffany, who shares her story of being catfished over a two-year period. DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the cast members and do not necessarily reflect the official position of Christ Community Church. ⏱️TIMESTAMPS⏱️ 00:00 INTRO 07:09 HEADLINES 12:00 CATFISHED: TIFFANY'S STORY

Zoo News is back with a roundup of the news from the worlds of zoos and conservation! In Zoo News, we discuss the America the Beautiful Initiative, zoo lights, the lion queen of the Bronx Zoo, and much more!In Conservation News, we're talking about right whales, sharks, red pandas, and a special guest deep dive on emperor penguins with Katie Propp of Penguins International! Other News features a disease in dogs, and a visit from French correspondent Jacques Rossi! VISIT www.penguinsinternational.org FOR MORE INFO ON KATIE'S STORY!ROSSIFARI LINKS: patreon.com/rossifari rossifari.com @rossifari on Insta, Facebook, and Twitter @rossifaripod on TikTok

For this week's episode, I wanted to get back-to-basics and give you the nuts and bolts explanation of who I am and my philosophy of writing persuasive, direct-response copy. I had done this already for someone else's podcast back in 2018 as a guest host. That someone was the great Jeff Goins, and he gave me permission to use that audio for this week's episode. I have a ton of respect for Jeff and the work he puts out, so if you're not familiar with him, I recommend you check out his blog, best-selling books and podcast. You'll find the links below. If you're a regular listener of my podcast, this week's content will seem familiar, but I encourage you to jump in for a succinct review of the copywriting process; specifically, the P.A.S.T.O.R. framework. This universal framework (to sell products, services, or even ideas) gives you a starting point for every piece of copy you'll ever write. [01:55] Get to know Ray [02:56] Ray's career in broadcast radio [04:19] What is Direct Response Copy? [06:45] The value of good copy [07:29] What is copywriting and why does it matter? [08:26] Everything is copy [09:38] The P.A.S.T.O.R. Framework [10:24] P - Person, problem, pain [12:47] A - Amplify the pain, give asperations [14:30] S - Story, struggle, solution [15:07] T - Transformation and testimony [16:18] O - Offer [17:30] R - Request a response Links https://trainwithray.com - If you're serious about becoming a stellar, in-demand copywriter, check out this page https://goinswriter.com/hey - This is Jeff Goins's new podcast called Hey Creator which I highly recommend. While you're there, make sure you check out his blog and his best-selling books. This is the kind of stuff your entrepreneurial brain needs! How You Can Help Subscribe to the show in iTunes and give us a rating and review. Make sure you put your real name and website in the text of the review itself. We will definitely mention you on this show. We are also on Stitcher.com, so if you prefer Stitcher, please subscribe there. Connect with Ray on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram Visit Ray's community on Facebook – This is a friendly group of writers, entrepreneurs, and coaches who share ideas and helpful advice.

Week 2 Community – Dave Ferguson – Community Christian Church, Chicago, ILAs Christians, we were made to be in community. We need community to support each other in times of difficulty and to push each other to live the way God wants us to live.As Christians, we can further community by adopting the B.L.E.S.S. model of outreach, which teaches us how to share our faith.Matthew 22:39 (NIV) “Love your neighbor as yourself.”Genesis 12:2,3 (NIV) God will bless us, and He wants us to be a blessing to the world.“What do you value in a person with whom you would talk about spiritual matters?”1. “Someone who will listen without judgment.”2. “Someone who will allow me to draw my own conclusions.”3. “Someone who has confidence in sharing their own perspective.”There are five missional practices Jesus used over and over again, which can be remembered with the acronym for B-L-E-S-S. B – Begin with Prayer.L – Listen.E – Eat.S – Serve.S – Story.

CONTACT AMYThis episode is a follow up episode to "Because I Matter Too" (YouTube Audio Version) AMY'S STORY: "This Is My Story, These Are My Songs" (YouTube Audio Version)  Back to the Cheetah Life, referenced in season 1, Hospitals & Courtrooms Recognizing Childhood Trauma: Attachment Styles Episode with Erica Cuni, LMFT—YouTube AudioJireh by Maverick City, Elevation Worship Scripture: Psalm 121:1, Luke 3:21-22, Psalm 139, Matthew 11:28Referenced Book:Try Softer,  Aundi Kobler  Referenced Music: “Tis So Sweet To Trust In Jesus”O for grace to trust Him moreLyrics by Louisa M. R Stead“I Just Wanna Be Real” Chris August“I may be throwing down words I don't really understand, I could be talking to myself, but I don't think I am”.  The enneagram paired with scripture and a coach can yield jaw dropping healing moments in the life of a PTSD patient. How can we use the enneagram as a tool in our ever- growing tool kit? In this bonus episode, Amy shares her experience working with an enneagram coach—gaining awareness and continuing to heal—healing that doesn't make sense. Awareness is essential to healing, understanding the blueprint of how God made us can change everything.  Paying attention to trauma, leaning into the pain, and choosing resources to help us heal is the way through. We hope to provide a little of that for you in this episode. We all have core fears, and desires. Most of us have received wounding messages at one point in our lives. Most of us have realized our deepest fear at one point in our lives. While both of these often start in childhood, they can come at any time, and that leaves us living in our worst fears, and not the best versions of ourselves, or who God made us to be. Often our behaviors are driven by these things. Our coping styles (or lack of coping styles) often originate with our core need not being met and/or the realization of our core fears.  The Wednesdays With Watson podcast has a genesis of Amy sharing her journey with. PTSD. This is one of those episodes, may you find Hope in the healing story, what can actually happen when we pay attention to how God made us?  

ANDREW MCCARTHY. (St Elmos Fire, Weekend at Bernies, Pretty in Pink, Mannequin) Called into the show to chat about his new book - BRAT: AN 80’S STORY.

Susan's guest, Paul Furiga, author of Finding Your Capital S Story, opens this episode telling us, "In the old days before smartphones and Twitter, I would say that a small S story is something you read in the newspaper, and it's in the bottom of the birdcage tomorrow. Now we don't read newspapers that much anymore. What we do is we look at our Twitter feed and then we swipe that story away. So it's the same thing. The point is that the stories that we consume most of the time, don't rise to the level of answering the most important questions about your organization. That's why we created this term called the capital S Story. And the capital S Story is a story above all other stories that answer these questions. Why somebody would buy from you, work for you, invest in you, or partner with you.  These questions get to the very nature and character of your organization. And that's why your capital S Story is a story above all others. Join them for a continuing discussion of why your story drives your brand.

About This Broadcast: ANTHONY’S STORY. He was misdiagnosed and was not supposed to live past his 18th birthday. He went through Hell but came through it with Heavenly support. Join Denver and the Monty’man as they welcome their newest cohost to the Take 12 Recovery Radio Family. Anthony P. shares his story of experience, strength & hope. A story that will move and inspire you. Closing Song: Reach Out by Hilary Roberts.

An interview with Tim Wynne-Jones, author of 35 books for all ages, including novels, picture books, and short story collections, including most recently War at the Snow White Motel and The Starlight Claim, which is a finalist for the 2021 White Pine Award. Hear about his love of islands and adventures, his aversion to unnecessary back-stories, and his childhood experience of telling stories around the dinner table. 25 minutes. All ages. A full transcript is available at CabinTales.ca.   Show Notes [0:00] Intro [1:25] Interview with Tim Wynne-Jones CA: There are some writers who do all sorts of exercises and they feel like they have to know everything about their character's past… TWJ: It really is like being at a party. You start talking to somebody. … And then suddenly they start telling you their life story. And the first thing you're going to do is start edging back towards the guacamole…   [4:05] CA: And then with setting, if you're using a real place do you like gather maps and work out your setting? TWJ: Yeah…. In a made-up landscape, for instance in The Emperor of Any Place -- that's an imagined landscape – well, I had to do tons of research on what kind of flora and fauna there is in that part of the Pacific Ocean. … I love that kind of research. … And I love maps. … I've always loved making up islands and making treasure islands. …   [6:10] CA: Do you have any favorite words? TWJ: Just a million…. I mostly live for capital S Story. … But sometimes you find a book that is so beautifully written that the story … doesn't have to do an awful lot. …   [7:50] CA: Do you have a favorite plot twist? TWJ: Tamar by Mal Peet… sent a chill up my back … like ‘Oh my God of course! Why didn't I see that?'   [8:30] CA: Are any of your stories based on your own childhood? TWJ: The Rex Zero trilogy is definitely based on my childhood in Ottawa in the Cold War. … And my short stories. … use an element from my childhood. …   [9:05] CA: You write for children and for young adults and adults. Do you think of your audience while you write? TWJ: … Sometimes I feel like I'm writing a scene for one person… And a lot of the time I'm just trying to write for myself… I can't target a book at an age group. I don't even like that term because it means like you're trying to shoot them …   [11:10] CA: And you said sometimes you write just for yourself… TWJ: …There are periods when I don't have anything that I have to say. …The wonderful writer Annie Dillard has a quote about this … just leave it alone; the well is empty; it will fill from below, by groundwater. … Do something else. … I've been writing a lot of songs lately and I've really been loving it. …But when I'm in the middle of the book, the joy of being a writer, I think, really, is when you get through that first horrible difficult draft… I've done all the hard slogging. And now it's going to be equally hard but in a much more interesting and exciting way. And then, then I love being a writer, for that second draft. That's just heaven.   [14:20] CA: How much time do you typically spend revising versus drafting? TWJ: Well, a lot. … [15:00] CA: I remember hearing you speak once, and you had been working on a book and then someone advised you, ‘You have to kill the father…. TWJ: … my editor, god bless her. … and she didn't need to say it more than once before I realized exactly what I'd done -- I was protecting the boy…The father would step in front of the boy in every scene … I had to kill this perfectly lovely father so that the boy was face to face with his antagonist. …   [16:50] CA: … You have to have faith that… life will replenish your ideas and your stories … TWJ: Yeah…. in the Annie Dillard quote … she says … if you're writing and you have an idea for a scene that's just amazing, don't think about saving it for later. … Just use it right away and it will be replenished. … You're creating ideas by allowing these ones to get out of your head. … [18:20] CA: I think she says write as if you're dying as well, and as if you're writing to an audience of people who are dying because basically-- TWJ: It's true…. But …I have a favourite saying that the difference between adult books and children's books is in an adult book it's all about letting go; and in a children's book it's about getting a grip. …   [19:20] CA: Do you have a favorite POV to write from? TWJ: The story tells me. …When I was writing Blink and Caution… I was 6 pages into it before I realized I was writing in the second person. … I write in first and I write in third and I write in second. The 8th POV I'd like to try ….   [20:40] CA: Did you tell stories around the campfire as a kid…? TWJ: … The dinner table was the campfire. … And in fact, as little children …we weren't allowed to sit at the dinner table with our parents until we were interesting. …   [22:30] CA: Do you have a favorite scary story or scary movie? TWJ: I loved reading Dracula, …the darkness, just pervasive darkness that moves in on the story. … I loved “Dead Calm,” an Australian movie …   [24:05] CA: Do you have any phobias? TWJ: Yeah, I'm claustrophobic. …   [24:55] Tim Wynne-Jones introduces himself TWJ: Hi. I'm Tim Wynne-Jones. Let's see. I live in the country on 76 acres of bushland with my wife, Amanda Lewis, who's a writer among many other things. We have three grown-up children, two boys in Toronto and a daughter in London England. And they're all married and I have two grandchildren in England. And we have a cat, a wonderful old cat. And I like to cook more than anything in the world, even more than writing. But I wouldn't want to be a cook for a living. I think it's even worse than being a writer. And I like to do crossword puzzles and I love to read and snowshoe. There.   [25:40] Find out more about Tim Wynne-Jones You can hear more creative writing advice from Tim Wynne-Jones on Cabin Tales Episode 1, “Things Hide in the Darkness,” about setting; Episode 2, “Nasty People meet Nasty Ends,” about character,” Episode 7.5, “Author Interviews about Endings,” and Episode 8, “The Never-ending Story,” about revision. Find out more about Tim Wynne-Jones and his books from his website at TimWynne-Jones.com.   [26:50] Thanks and coming up on the podcast I'll be back next week with leftovers from my interview with Monique Polak, author of 29 books for young readers who joins us from Montreal, Quebec. Thanks for listening. Credits: Music on the podcast is from “Stories of the Old Mansion” by Akashic Records, provided by Jamendo (Standard license for online use). Host: Catherine Austen writes books for children, short stories for adults, and reports for corporate clients. Visit her at www.catherineausten.com. Guest Author: Tim Wynne-Jones has written 35 books for adults and children of all ages. His books have been translated into a dozen languages and won multiple awards, including the Governor General's Award, the Boston Globe-Horn Book Award, the Arthur Ellis Award, and the Edgar Award. Tim was made an Officer of the Order of Canada in 2012. Find him online at  http://www.timwynne-jones.com/.  

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Taking the good news outside our church building doesn't have to be scary or confrontational or "weird". Try something like B.E.L.L.S. B - BEGIN with prayer. What neighbour or friend are you praying for their salvation? E - EAT with someone who doesn't know God. Something happens relationally when we "break bread" with another L - LISTEN to others AND the Holy Spirit L- LOVE in practical ways S - STORY. Tell your story and God's story

Taking the good news outside our church building doesn't have to be scary or confrontational or "weird". Try something like B.E.L.L.S. B - BEGIN with prayer. What neighbour or friend are you praying for their salvation? E - EAT with someone who doesn't know God. Something happens relationally when we "break bread" with another L - LISTEN to others AND the Holy Spirit L- LOVE in practical ways S - STORY. Tell your story and God's story

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