Podcasts about Savoring

Matthew 16:21-23Pastor Levi Wyatt

What does it mean to savor an ending?In this final episode of the series, I reflect on change, transition, and the tender work of letting go. As my family and I prepare to move into a new home, I share some of the emotions that arise when one chapter closes and another begins.

The more you learn how to perceive something, the more there is to experience. Just ask any sommelier. For them, what was once simply "wine" became acidity, tannin, texture, aroma, balance, and finish. The wine hasn't changed – they just learned to better appreciate what was there all along. This week, we explore how we can improve our enjoyment of food and drink by learning to taste with intention. We begin with Mandy Naglich, author of How to Taste: A Guide to Discovering Flavor and Savoring Life. Mandy explains how sight, smell, sound, and even expectation can affect your experience at the table. She wants us all to slow down, pay attention, and become more aware of the experiences we're having – to savor what's in front of us, rather than simply consume it. Next, we meet Dr. Arielle Johnson. She a flavor scientist whose work takes her into the kitchens, restaurants, and bars where new ideas about food and drink are being developed. Her book, Flavorama: A Guide to Unlocking the Art and Science of Flavor, empowers readers to use the science of food to improvise, experiment, and cook with confidence. Finally, we look at what happens when one of those hidden ingredients of flavor is suddenly gone. Author Molly Birnbaum recounts the story of losing the sense that made her want to become a chef – and discovering a new way forward. For more of all things Louisiana Eats, be sure to visit us at PoppyTooker.com.

The more you learn how to perceive something, the more there is to experience. Just ask any sommelier. For them, what was once simply "wine" became acidity, tannin, texture, aroma, balance, and finish. The wine hasn't changed – they just learned to better appreciate what was there all along. This week, we explore how we can improve our enjoyment of food and drink by learning to taste with intention. We begin with Mandy Naglich, author of How to Taste: A Guide to Discovering Flavor and Savoring Life. Mandy explains how sight, smell, sound, and even expectation can affect your experience at the table. She wants us all to slow down, pay attention, and become more aware of the experiences we're having – to savor what's in front of us, rather than simply consume it. Next, we meet Dr. Arielle Johnson. She a flavor scientist whose work takes her into the kitchens, restaurants, and bars where new ideas about food and drink are being developed. Her book, Flavorama: A Guide to Unlocking the Art and Science of Flavor, empowers readers to use the science of food to improvise, experiment, and cook with confidence. Finally, we look at what happens when one of those hidden ingredients of flavor is suddenly gone. Author Molly Birnbaum recounts the story of losing the sense that made her want to become a chef – and discovering a new way forward. For more of all things Louisiana Eats, be sure to visit us at PoppyTooker.com.

Fr. Mitch Pacwa's Cultural Connections look at Artificial Intelligence from a Catholic Perspective. Dave Stotts visits to discuss the debut of a new series tonight on EWTN + and ewtn.com, "The Road Less Traveled". T's Two Sense discusses the Feast of the Stigmata of St. Francis. Plus, Fr. Leo Patalinghug stops in studio to talk about and the new season of his series "Savoring the Faith".

In this episode of Savoring the End, I reflect on the changing winds of early autumn and the feeling that something in the air is asking us some big questions about our next steps.

Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: Savoring Traditions: A Rosh Hashanah Market Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2026-09-11-07-38-20-he Story Transcript:He: בתוך שוק הכרמל ההומה, תל אביב מתמלאת בריחות צבעוניים של ירקות ופירות טריים, תבלינים ועיטורים חגיגיים לקראת ראש השנה.En: Inside the bustling Shuk HaCarmel, Tel Aviv fills with colorful aromas of fresh vegetables and fruits, spices, and festive decorations for Rosh Hashanah.He: טליה, עם רשימת הקניות בידה, חיפשה את הפריטים המושלמים לארוחת החג.En: Talia, with her shopping list in hand, searched for the perfect items for the holiday meal.He: הייתה נראית מרוכזת בכל פרט ופרט.En: She seemed focused on every single detail.He: בצדה צעד אלי, ידיד שלה, מחויך ורגוע.En: Beside her walked Eli, her friend, smiling and relaxed.He: הוא בא בעיקר כדי לבלות בחברתה אך גם כדי ללמוד קצת על המסורת.En: He mainly came to spend time with her but also to learn a bit about the tradition.He: בזמן שהם צעדו בין הדוכנים, אלי שאל בקול שקט, ״מה כל כך מיוחד ברימונים?En: As they strolled between the stalls, Eli asked softly, "What is so special about pomegranates?"He: ״״כל גרגיר מסמל תקווה לשנה חדשה ומתוקה,״ השיבה טליה בעניים נוצצות.En: "Each seed symbolizes hope for a new and sweet year," Talia replied with sparkling eyes.He: אך כשהגיעו לדוכן הרימונים, נשארו רק המעטים והפחות טריים.En: But when they reached the pomegranate stall, only the few and less fresh ones were left.He: היא חשבה על מה לעשות: לחכות לרימונים הטובים או לקנות מה שיש.En: She thought about what to do: wait for the good pomegranates or buy what's available.He: השוק היה מלא אנשים כמו דבורים בלהקות, קול השירה והצחוק התערבב עם צלילים של פיצוחים וירקות נחתכים.En: The market was packed with people like bees in swarms, the sound of singing and laughter mingling with the sounds of nuts cracking and vegetables being chopped.He: טליה הרגישה את הלחץ בה עם כל דקה שעברה בלי למצוא רימונים טובים.En: Talia felt the pressure as each minute passed without finding good pomegranates.He: ״אין צורך ללחוץ, טליה.En: "No need to rush, Talia.He: שוק שעיור זה חלק מהכיף של החג,״ הציע אלי.En: Market haggling is part of the holiday fun," suggested Eli.He: טליה עצרה לחשוב על דבריו.En: Talia paused to think about his words.He: אולי באמת אפשר להוריד מעט מהלחץ.En: Maybe it really was possible to ease the pressure a bit.He: ובדיוק כשעמדו לעזוב, הגיע הסוחר עם קופסאות מלאות ברימונים נוצצים שזה עתה הגיעו.En: And just as they were about to leave, the vendor arrived with boxes full of shiny pomegranates that had just arrived.He: טליה חייכה חיוך רחב ואמרה, ״תודה שקצת עזרת לי להרפות.En: Talia gave a wide smile and said, "Thanks for helping me relax a bit."He: ״בסוף היום, עם כל הפריטים הדרושים בסליה, חשה טליה שמחה ועולם שעברה חוויה בלתי נשכחת.En: By the end of the day, with all the necessary items in her baskets, Talia felt happy and knew she'd had an unforgettable experience.He: אלי הבין יותר את חשיבות המסורת ותחושת הקשר שאפשר ליצור דרך חגיגה כזו.En: Eli gained a deeper understanding of the importance of tradition and the sense of connection that can be created through such a celebration.He: הם יצאו מהשוק, לא רק עם רימונים טריים אלא גם עם תחושת סיפוק ושמחה משותפת.En: They left the market, not only with fresh pomegranates but also with a sense of shared satisfaction and joy.He: ראש השנה הזה יהיה חגיגה מיוחדת באמת.En: This Rosh Hashanah would truly be a special celebration. Vocabulary Words:bustling: הומהaromas: ריחותspices: תבליניםdecorations: עיטוריםfocused: מרוכזתstroll: צעדוsymbolizes: מסמלsparkling: נוצצותstall: דוכןpacked: מלאbees: דבוריםswarms: להקותhaggling: שוק שעיורvendor: סוחרboxes: קופסאותrelax: להרפותbaskets: סליםunforgettable: בלתי נשכחתdeeper understanding: הבין יותרtradition: מסורתconnection: קשרsense of satisfaction: תחושת סיפוקcelebration: חגיגהnew: חדשהlaughter: צחוקcracking: פיצוחיםpressure: לחץrush: ללחוץsuggested: הציעarrived: הגיעBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

There is a strange pause in the garden right now. Summer isn't quite over, but autumn hasn't fully arrived. Some plants are still blooming brightly, while others have already gone to seed.

In June, Carnival Cruise Line held an event in New Orleans called The Next Course, where it introduced new restaurants and menus on its upcoming ship, the Carnival Festivale, and showcased its partnership with superstar chef Emeril Lagasse, the line’s chief culinary officer. It also served as a chance to talk about the latest in foodie trends, and how those trends are showing up on Carnival’s ships. In this episode we take that conversation even further with Carnival’s vice president of food and beverage Juan Fernandez and cruise editor Teri West. We talk about changes in dining hours, dining styles, drinks and more and how those changes dovetail or diverge with how consumers eat and drink on land. Plus: How Carnival developed its relationship with Lagasse and the new restaurants on the Festivale. Summer Series This episode is part of our annual Summer Series, where we feature some of our favorite recent Folo by Travel Weekly discussions. This conversation was recorded July 9 and has been edited for length and clarity. Episode sponsor This episode is sponsored by Travel Insured International https://www.travelinsured.com Related links: Carnival and Emeril Lagasse embrace the latest culinary trends https://www.travelweekly.com/Cruise-Travel/Carnival-and-Emeril-embrace-the-latest-culinary-trends Carnival introduces new culinary concepts for upcoming ships https://www.travelweekly.com/Cruise-Travel/Carnival-and-Emeril-Lagasse-introduce-new-culinary-concepts Reservations are open for the Carnival Festivale https://www.travelweekly.com/Cruise-Travel/Reservations-open-for-Carnival-Festivale How weight-loss meds are changing travel https://www.travelweekly.com/Travel-News/Travel-Agent-Issues/weight-loss-meds-changing-travel Focus on culinary travel: Savoring the experience https://www.travelweekly.com/Travel-News/Tour-Operators/Focus-on-culinary-travel-Savoring-the-experienceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's easy to feel like you don't have enough; it's the message we constantly receive through media and advertisements. It's the message that once you have this thing, or make this much, then you will be happy... all of your dreams will come true! The truth is actually the opposite as this kind of grasping for more is associated with mood problems, anxiety, and stress.  We'll dig into this trap of "having enough" and how we can break free from it and embrace our enoughness.  About: The Joy Lab Podcast is an Ambie-nominated podcast that blends science and soul to help you cope better with stress, anxiety, and depression. It's hosted by integrative psychiatrist Dr. Henry Emmons and holistic mental health researcher Dr. Aimee Prasek. The podcast is best paired with the Joy Lab App.   Bonus: spread some joy and keep this podcast ad-free by donating (Joy Lab is powered by the nonprofit Pathways North and your donations are tax-deductible).   Listen & follow the Joy Lab Podcast on your favorite listening app: Spotify | Apple | YouTube   Full transcript   Sources and Notes for Our Element of Enoughness: Related Joy Lab Episodes:   Ep. 236: The Power of Good Enough Parenting & Calling Out Our Moms Our Grief series starts here: Ep. 252: The Grief of What Should Have Been & The Loss of Not Being Truly Seen (Grief Recovery & Healing Series part 5) More on Savoring:   Ep. 44: Savoring Your Past Without Ruminating or Romanticizing Ep. 45: Mindfulness, Savoring the Present Moment, & Overcoming FOBO (it's kinda like FOMO) Ep. 46: Savoring the Future: A Refreshing Skill to Boost Mood & Help Navigate Depression Ep. 47: Mindsets & Mental Health: How Thoughts About Yourself & The World Impact Your Wellbeing Ep. 197: How Savoring Shifts Your Mood, Mindset, & Behaviors Ep. 198: Unfractured Focus: Mastering the Art of Savoring in a Distracted World Our Authenticity series starts here: Ep. 216: Unmasking Your True Self: Exploring Authenticity and Awe Ep. 268: Humility Can Be Stressful... 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A: This episode explains the psychology of contingent self-worth and the neuroscience of hedonic adaptation: when you stake your value on external things, the bar always moves, the reward always fades faster than expected, and there is never enough; understanding the mechanism is the first step to stepping off the treadmill.   Q: Someone I love seems to measure their worth entirely by what they have or what they've achieved — how do I understand that, and is there a way out? A: Henry's story of his patient and Aimee's story of her father both illuminate how the having-more strategy develops and why it becomes impervious to reason; this episode also names the false-self as the construction that drives the endless proving, and points to the inner compass that is always there underneath it. The good news is that there is a way out and this series explores those paths to enoughness.    Key moments: [00:00] Welcome — Enoughness part 2: having enough [00:30] Having enough isn't really about the amount — it's the belief that acquiring this much will make the bad feelings go away  [01:00] Conditional acceptance and love: growing up having to produce, perform, or prove before being given love — the untended grief that drives the proving [01:30] Francis Weller: what happens when we aren't born into a village with a full, joyous welcome of our gifts  [02:00] Henry's story: a venture capital executive, clearly depressed, sent to therapy against his will  [04:00] CBT couldn't break through — his thinking was so distorted he was impervious to reason; he clung to the belief that he added no value whatsoever  [05:00] The lesson Henry learned viscerally: it is futile to try to fill a hole in self-worth by accumulating money or anything else we value  [05:30] If you believe external achievement proves your worth, there will never, ever be enough — and what a drain on one's energy and vitality  [06:00] Aimee's father: grew up needing to grasp for more, family lived week to week — so grasping for more was genuinely what they needed to survive  [06:30] AImee Prasek "Money can absolutely buy relief from misery, but it doesn't buy happiness or joy with the same predictability."  [07:00] The neuroscience: dopamine tracks more with anticipation of getting the thing than with actually getting it — the reward at arrival is inconsistent and can be short-lived  [07:30] Most things can be taken away — a shaky foundation if you've built your identity or worth on them  [08:00] Aimee's father attached his worth to signs of success — culture pushes this onto us too  [09:00] His business fell apart and everything came crashing down — Aimee believes his contingent self-worth collapsed with it [09:30] Watching strangers take back the repossessed items — cars, boats, pieces of him; everything he'd staked his value on, gone in a day  [10:30] Henry: a prolonged grieving right there — it's the universal human experience [11:30] Hedonic adaptation, or the hedonic treadmill: big life events shift our mood temporarily, then we return to baseline  [12:30] Like Sisyphus: pushing the same rock up the hill, same outcome every time — all that effort does not create lasting change  [13:30] Hedonic wellbeing (drive toward pleasure, avoidance of pain) vs. eudaimonic wellbeing (meaning, authenticity, self-acceptance, personal growth) — it's not one or the other; you don't have to give up pleasure  [14:30] Socially-prescribed perfectionism added to the mix: contingencies of self-worth + hedonic treadmill + belief that others demand your perfection = perfect storm  [15:00] The belief that you can and should live without pain, full of only pleasure, proving it all the time — and it is just not true  [15:30] Henry: where the false-self gets born — when we learn that our worth is conditional on performance, appearance, or achievement, we hide the real self  [16:00] We construct a version of ourselves we believe will be acceptable, lovable, worthy of belonging — and it is exhausting to maintain  [16:30] Constant vigilance: am I saying the right thing, do I look right, am I achieving enough? Always the fear of being exposed as a fraud  [17:00] The paradox: the more we invest in the false-self, the less we're actually being loved for who we are — and deep down, we know this [17:30] Donald Winnicott's work on the false-self — link in show notes; also: the Authenticity series and the episode on feeling enough as a mom  [18:00] The false-self is like holding up a complex lie — cognitively and physically exhausting  [18:30] The inner compass is always there underneath the false-self — that knowing of our worth is never lost; it's never too late to come back to it  [19:00] Head to your Experiment in the Joy Lab Program to work on having enough; head to JoyLab.coach to access the Experiments [19:00] Closing wisdom from Lynne Twist: "Sufficiency isn't an amount at all. It is an experience, a context we generate, a declaration, a knowing that there is enough, and that we are enough."   If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review us wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts!    Please remember that this content is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice and is not a replacement for advice and treatment from a medical professional. Please consult your doctor or other qualified health professional before beginning any diet change, supplement, or lifestyle program. Please see our terms for more information. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call the NAMI HelpLine: 1-800-950-6264 available Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m., ET. OR text "HelpLine" to 62640 or email NAMI at helpline@nami.org. Visit NAMI for more. You can also call or text SAMHSA at 988 or chat 988lifeline.org. Find more mental health resources here. 

Taking time to savor a wild creature can be very rewarding.

As late summer reaches its peak, the garden begins to bow beneath its own fullness. In this episode, I explore Doyo, the transitional season associated with the Earth element and how we have to work this time of year to stay grounded.  

Your joy is your magnetism. Not the hashtag choose joy version. The real one. The one where you choose your own life force, especially in the moments it is the hardest thing to do. In this episode I'm talking about what it actually means to be a woman connected to her life force, and what it looks like when we're not. I get honest about the fact that this doesn't come easy for me. I wasn't raised in a family that modeled joy or ease or everything always working out. I have to work for my alignment every single day, sometimes moment by moment. And I think that's exactly why this conversation matters. We talk about what it looks like to actually build this. Savoring the small things. Slowing down enough to let your nervous system believe it's allowed to. And doing a real life edit, looking at the conversations, the people, the way you're building your business, the way you're making money, and asking if any of it is actually bringing you joy. We do so much work uncovering our blocks and our limiting beliefs and it matters. But this is the next layer. This is the work of the fearless warrior we are all being invited to become right now.

Welcome back to The Creative Journey podcast! In this week's episode, Coach Kaila Allen dives into the transformative science of turning brief, fleeting micro-sparks of delight into a sustained, warming hearth of daily happiness. By evolutionary design, our brains carry an innate negativity bias that acts like Velcro for stress and Teflon for positive experiences. When we spend our lives rushing from task to task or waiting for massive, grand life milestones to feel good, our inner hearth remains cold. Today, we explore how to break this cycle by practicing the art of somatic savoring—holding a single Glimmer in conscious awareness for 15 to 30 seconds to physically rewire our neural pathways for lasting safety, ease, and emotional resilience. Join Coach Kaila as she shares practical, non-disruptive micro-habits that fit seamlessly into your existing daily routine without taking a single extra minute of your time. You will learn how to adjust your internal "audio equalizer" to tune out the booming noise of stress, use tactile somatic counter-moves like the Finger-Tap Sequence to release hidden physical tension, and gather small "twigs" of ordinary comfort throughout your day. Whether you are drinking your morning tea, washing your hands, or transitioning between daily tasks, this episode equips you with actionable tools to anchor true, sovereign joy into your body right where you are. Connect with Coach Kaila & Creative Guidance LLC: Explore individual coaching and somatic tools on our Website. Subscribe to our video series on YouTube. Join our community and support the show on Buy Me a Coffee. Read weekly articles and insights on Substack. Follow along on Facebook and TikTok. Reach out directly via Email at creativeguidancellc@gmail.com or Call/Text 480-788-4144.

I often say that health is answering the question: how much life do you have in your life? Today I want to get personal and answer that question myself. In this episode I share what is genuinely infusing my life with more aliveness right now. The Montana seasons and how much easier it is to be outside. My puppy Tilly, who makes me laugh out loud a dozen times a day and who was such a gift in the season of losing our Great Dane Sully. Befriending cardio in new ways, including jump rope and movement with friends. Savoring the time I have left with my dad and with my son before he leaves home. Evening walks and real conversations with my husband. And turning 50 in February, which feels surprisingly exciting rather than daunting. This is a lighter episode. I hope it prompts you to make your own list. Want everything in one place? Join me on Substack for real talk, deeper insights, and the community you didn't know you needed — at https://courtneytownley.substack.com   #GraceAndGrit #LifeInMyLife #MidlifeWomen #Joy #WomensWellness #DeepHealth #Gratitude #MidlifeHealth #IntentionalLiving #Turning50

Send me a messageMost of us spend our lives replaying the painful parts and calling it realism. That habit is a large part of why so many of us feel numb — and this is how the feeling comes back.Four of my books, free — link below.A photographer can walk into a junkyard and come out with something people pay real money to hang on a wall. A photograph of a broken-down car. The beauty was already there. The eye was the thing that had to be trained. We can all train that eye.Most of us live in our worries, our fears, our stress, our traumatic past. It is equally natural and equally true to spend that time on the good memories, the pleasures, the people we are grateful for. The word ignorance is the right one, because we are ignoring more than half of what is happening.There is no wisdom in overthinking what already happened or what might. There is only wisdom in what we do with this moment.Numbness isn't the absence of sensation. It's the loss of the ability to notice subtlety. When we stop feeling the small things, we start needing the extreme ones — and that is where craving, adrenaline and addiction begin.We are present for the first bite of a meal, maybe the second, and then we stop tasting. The same is true of a sunset, a cup of tea, a conversation. When we stay with the whole experience instead of a slice of it, we stop needing more of it. That is what equanimity means — a steady peace that doesn't depend on which sensation shows up next.And when we hold a magnifying glass over our worries and never over our blessings, our view of our own life becomes distorted. We end up making negative propaganda about ourselves.We are the camera. What we point it at is a choice, and it can be changed at any moment.CHAPTERS0:00 The photographer in the junkyard0:22 Why we live in the painful part0:58 The other half we never visit2:05 Ignorance means ignoring2:55 We lose presence to pleasure too4:05 What numbness actually is4:33 Why we start needing the extreme5:00 Savoring every bite6:36 The magnifying glass8:56 We are the camera operator9:40 Negative propaganda about ourselves10:37 In pain there is pleasure11:19 Nothing outside us holds the meaning13:18 Equanimity, the steady kind of happiness15:13 Why unhappiness spikes with inequality18:28 What kind of movie do you want to live inPlease enjoy other episodes where I share meditation techniques, tips and spiritual lessons from around the world for peaceful and stress-free living. Remember to subscribe to stay up-to-date.Video podcasts are available at https://www.youtube.com/@ToddPerelmuter#mindfulness #presence #gratitude #equanimity #spiritualawakeningFor the days when life feels like too much, these 4 free books are for you. Get the free 4-books bundleIf my words have ever touched your heart or helped you through a hard moment, I'd be deeply grateful for your support in keeping this podcast alive. Support the PodcastAnd if you'd like to explore these ideas in greater depth, you can find all of my books here.

America Out Loud PULSE with Dr. Angelina Farella – The first day of school symbolizes a child's independence and an annual milestone achievement. It can also be a nerve-wracking experience for parents. The first day of kindergarten and the first day leaving your kid at college are highly charged emotional days. School used to start after Labor Day in September, but in recent years it has been...

America Out Loud PULSE with Dr. Angelina Farella – The first day of school symbolizes a child's independence and an annual milestone achievement. It can also be a nerve-wracking experience for parents. The first day of kindergarten and the first day leaving your kid at college are highly charged emotional days. School used to start after Labor Day in September, but in recent years it has been...

"Track 40: Savoring our Salvation (Psalm 40)”, Will DuVal | 8/16/26 by West Hills Church

What does it mean to let something end?In this episode, I'm taking you into the late summer garden to explore the simple practice of deadheading and what it can teach us about letting go. As I remove spent blooms from my petunias, I reflect on the ways we continue to hold onto things that have already completed their cycle and how much energy that can quietly require.

What does it mean to truly love like Jesus? This sermon explores how authentic, self-giving love is not simply a matter of willpower or imitation, but is energized by living faith. Drawing on 1 John 3–4, Mark 9, and Psalm 23, the message challenges us to root our identity in God as adopted children and to step out in vulnerable, faith-fueled love—even toward those who hurt us. The post Seeing and Savoring Jesus appeared first on Ottawa Church of Christ.

Late summer has always felt like a sacred threshold to me. The garden is overflowing with life, yet there is a quiet awareness that the season is beginning to turn. In this episode, I share some personal reflections on savoring these final weeks of summer and the herbs, foods, and practices that are helping me prepare for the transition into autumn.

Everyone's feed said "kinda chic" this summer — Drew Barrymore's was, Reese Witherspoon's was, Priyanka Chopra's was too. In this solo episode, Erin traces the "kinda chic" trend from its quiet April 2026 origins on Instagram to its full celebrity-mainstream moment in August, unpacks why a three-word phrase gave so many women an "exhale" they didn't know they needed, and pulls the practice apart into two distinct emotional moves — savoring and guilt-neutralizing — that listeners can use whether or not they ever post a word of it. Part trend breakdown, part values practice: media observation and permission slip in one. What Is the "Kinda Chic" Trend? The "kinda chic" trend is a 2026 Instagram and TikTok format where people caption a photo or moment with "kinda chic to..." or "feels kind of chic to...," followed by something that doesn't fit the traditional, expensive definition of chic — a curvy body, an unglamorous home, an unfashionable habit, an ordinary routine. Instead of chic-as-exclusivity, the trend redefines chic as self-acceptance: whatever quietly makes you feel like yourself, said out loud, on purpose. Where Did "Kinda Chic" Start? The earliest post Erin traced is from April 2026, by Australian body-positivity influencer Maria Begins, who posted lines like "kinda chic being a curvy woman and actually liking it" and "kinda chic growing a human, giving birth, and wearing the aftermath like couture." The trend spread through May and June around body image, then expanded into money and even politics by July, picking up some backlash along the way for creators stretching the format past its original spirit. By August, it was fully mainstream: Drew Barrymore's carousel ("kinda chic to be in your fifties," "kinda chic to take your dog with you everywhere you go") hit six figures in likes within days. Reese Witherspoon followed with her own list ("kinda chic to be underestimated," "kinda chic to cheer on other women," "kinda chic to start a book club"). Priyanka Chopra posted an extensive list of her own — including "kinda chic to meet your husband at the Met Gala" — with a caption that closed the loop entirely: "kinda chic to hate this trend." Erin traces the deeper roots even further back — to a May 2025 TikTok moment where creator Tara Colleen posted a gatekeeping "things I find incredibly unchic" list, judging other women's style choices. The backlash to that video — essentially, "who gets to decide what's chic?" — simmered for the better part of a year before resurfacing as the "kinda chic" carousel format by April 2026. All told, roughly an 11-to-12-month cultural cycle from gatekeeping to reclamation. Why Did the Trend Get So Popular? The format works because it offers relief, not information. A private, often shame-adjacent thought gets relabeled as a deliberate, aspirational choice instead of a failing — and the comment section does the rest, with strangers confirming "same" or "you're allowed," turning a private admission into public permission. Content strategist Rachel Holt, whose breakdown of the format Erin references in this episode, describes the trend's core mechanic simply: it takes something you quietly feel bad about and turns it into a choice. Is the Trend Already Over? By August 2026, the format had turned recursive — Priyanka Chopra's own caption joking "kinda chic to hate this trend" is, in Erin's words, the moment "the snake has captured its own tail." Self-parody at that scale is usually a late-stage signal, and Erin notes her own feed already feels "more kind of than chic." Key Ideas From This Episode Chic has always required an observer. Historically bestowed by wealth, taste, or proximity to the right rooms — the trend didn't remove the gatekeeper, it just moved permission from a small cultural elite to the algorithm. Two distinct moves live inside the same three words. Savoring (noticing something already good — Erin's daily dog walk) and guilt-neutralizing (relabeling something that already feels bad, on purpose — Erin's "too-small house") are not the same practice, even when they sound identical in a caption. Nothing stays outside the market for long. Even the trend's most organic-feeling origin point — a body-positivity post — sits inside an industry that's been heavily monetized for years. This episode's takeaway skill: when a private value-practice turns into public content, notice whether you're still doing it for you. The real experiment: collapse the audience to one. Can you grant yourself the same exhale a comment section gives you, without needing it confirmed by anyone else? Erin's challenge to listeners — post or don't, but learn to hand yourself the permission slip either way. Resources & Links Mentioned Maria Begins — early "kinda chic" post, April 2026 Drew Barrymore's "kinda chic" carousel Reese Witherspoon's "kinda chic" post Priyanka Chopra's "kinda chic" post Betches: "The Unchic TikTok Debate" — the 2025 Tara Colleen backlash Know Your Meme: Kinda Chic Trend entry Frequently Asked Questions What does "kinda chic" mean on social media? It's a caption format used to reframe something ordinary, vulnerable, or non-traditional as a deliberate, aspirational choice — e.g., "kinda chic to live a slower life." Who started the "kinda chic" trend? The earliest known post traces to Australian body-positivity influencer Maria Begins in April 2026, though the underlying idea — that "chic" can be self-defined rather than culturally dictated — traces back to a 2025 backlash against a TikTok creator's gatekeeping "unchic" list. Which celebrities have done the "kinda chic" trend? Drew Barrymore, Reese Witherspoon, and Priyanka Chopra have all posted "kinda chic" content on Instagram, helping push the format from a niche body-positivity trend into the mainstream by August 2026. Is "kinda chic" the same as "quiet luxury"? No, though the two rhyme structurally as aesthetic cycles. Both trends promised freedom from a standard — quiet luxury from visible status performance, "kinda chic" from traditional, exclusionary definitions of chic — and both, in their own way, became new standards. How can I practice "kinda chic" without posting on social media? The episode outlines two levels: savoring (noticing something already good in your life without needing it witnessed) and guilt-neutralizing (relabeling something you quietly feel bad about as a deliberate choice instead of a failing) — both done privately, without needing external confirmation. 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Today you're in for a treat — a truffle called Savoring August: A monthly magazine created exclusively for members of our seasonal living community. You'll hear seasonal rituals, recipes, poetry, and an invitation to savor the last golden days before autumn arrives. Discover August's key dates (Lammas, the New Moon in Leo, a meteor shower, and a full lunar eclipse), a workshop on shifting from scarcity to abundance consciousness, and a closing original poem to help you linger and luxuriate in the honeyed gifts of August.Links from the Show: Download the PDF version of Savoring AugustJoin The Sanctuary waitlist for our September openingFull episode and show notes here

Breast cancer survivors often mourn how they “used” to eat. Savoring a sandwich, lingering over a latte, munching a muffin - eating was simple and something to enjoy! Now? It's tough to shake the food stress that stems from wondering whether or not you're eating the “right” way. Listen, my fellow breast cancer survivor; food is not your enemy and you definitely can get back to eating with ease. In this episode, I show you how!  You'll learn:My three-step approach to eating with peaceThe number one reason why making peace with food feels so difficultHow to meet your recurrence risk halfway_______________________________________________Click here to submit a booking request for THE CLARITY SESSIONSClick here to get on the wait list for THE PEACEFUL PLATEClick here to get my brand new FREE guide; The 5 Foods Breast Cancer Survivors Worry About Most (and what the science really says)Follow me on Instagram @hormone.breastcancer.dietitian

#310: We're constantly chasing the next milestone—the vacation, the promotion, the relationship, the weekend—believing that's when we'll finally slow down and enjoy our lives. But what if the secret to happiness isn't changing your life, it's changing the way you experience it? In this month's curriculum, Josie explores the science and psychology of savoring, why time seems to speed up as we get older, and how our brains are wired to overlook the very moments we'll one day miss most. You'll learn why being present is one of the greatest predictors of happiness, plus three simple homework assignments to help you stop rushing through your life and start fully living it.You'll learn:What savoring your life actually means and how you can practice itThe surprising science behind why life feels faster as we ageHow hedonic adaptation keeps us from appreciating what we already haveThe three Hot Girl Habits to help you savor your everyday lifeUse the code EVERYGIRL for $28 off your first month of Nuuly!For Detailed Show Notes visit theeverygirlpodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Intro & Episode Focus – [0:00:03–0:02:15] How people limit OS by using it only as a warm-up [0:04:06–0:06:07] Odd Pairings & Three OS Applications Between Sets – [0:06:07–0:08:38] Aleks's 3 "use cases" for between-set OS: [0:08:38–0:10:13] Discussion: why smaller or slower ROM can release restrictions and be more effective for some people [0:10:13–0:13:06] Conversation about loading the head (advanced, not for beginners) [0:13:06–0:15:48] Honoring developmental patterns (rolling, rocking, crawling, gait) to improve real-world capability, plus Loading the Gait Pattern for Brute Strength – [0:15:48–0:17:34] Discomfort, Crawling, and Mental Lessons from Physical Work – [0:17:34–0:18:42] Using physical discomfort to train mental resilience and reframe "signals to stop", plus Movement Qualities & Emotional/Mental Stability – [0:18:42–0:19:58] Stability in movement → stability in emotions Balance in movement → balanced thoughts Poor movement → more time in sympathetic (fight-or-flight) → messy emotions and thought processes Injury, Stress, and Being Left Behind by Life – [0:19:58–0:21:30] Tweaks/injuries dominate attention and stall life progress Connection between physical limitations and stress, overwhelm, and lost time Confidence, Social Pressure, and Gait Loading/Head Loading – [0:21:30–0:22:42] Rocking, Rolling, Higher Volume & Simple Loading Ideas – [0:22:42–0:25:01] Chains, Crawling "Math," and Confidence – [0:25:01–0:26:46] Slow-Motion OS & Nervous System Maturity – [0:26:46–0:28:29] Slow Commando Rocks Before Military Presses – [0:28:29–0:30:32] Connecting divine design of movement with desire to lift heavy (OS + iron synergy) Post-Effort Nasal Breathing & Power Pose Reset – [0:30:32–0:32:18] Bottoms-Up Kettlebell Marching & Pull-Up Boosting – [0:32:18–0:35:35] Tim: anything bottoms up is a goldmine—like managing a "big baby head" on the arm, teaching reflexive stability Elevated Rolls, Pulling & "Slept-On" Drills – [0:35:35–0:37:06] Aleks: elevated rolls before swings, snatches, rows, pull-ups, and crawling Benefits: better scapular movement and smoothness OriginalStrength.net & OS Resources – [0:37:06–0:33:27 in transcript order, but effectively 37:06–38:27-ish] Find Tim online at https://www.originalstrength.net Australian Longevity Retreat with Dan John – [0:36:32–0:38:14] Location: Rainbow Beach, Australia Dates: September 4–11 Focus: Longevity and "keeping the wheel spinning" decade after decade Avoiding obsession with optimization at the expense of actually living today Savoring life, knowing when to push, rest, and enjoy Psycho-Cybernetics, Cybernetis & Guided-Missile Mindset – [0:38:14–0:40:45] Aleks on Maxwell Maltz and Psycho-Cybernetics: self-image, guided-missile feedback loops Norbert Wiener and the idea of cybernetics as the "steersman" Using body + mind together to steer life's river more intentionally Closing: Best Year Yet & OS + Iron Synergy – [0:40:45–0:41:21]

Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: Savoring New Adventures: A Coffee Journey of Discovery Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2026-07-30-22-34-02-hu Story Transcript:Hu: A kávépörkölő üzem ajtaja megcsendül, ahogy Bence és Réka belépnek.En: The door of the coffee roastery jingles as Bence and Réka step inside.Hu: Az orrukat rögtön megcsapják a frissen pörkölt kávébabok illatai.En: Their noses are immediately hit by the aroma of freshly roasted coffee beans.Hu: A napfény aranyszínű mintákat rajzol a fapadlóra, a polcokon pedig különféle kávé csomagok és kávékészítéshez szükséges eszközök sorakoznak.En: Sunlight draws golden patterns on the wooden floor, and the shelves are lined with various coffee packages and tools necessary for coffee making.Hu: A hely tele van élettel, és halk zene kíséri a beszélgetéseket.En: The place is buzzing with life, and soft music accompanies the conversations.Hu: "Réka, ez a hely be fogja mutatni neked a kávé valódi világát," kezdte Bence magabiztosan.En: "Réka, this place is going to show you the real world of coffee," Bence started confidently.Hu: De belül aggódik.En: But inside, he's worried.Hu: Mi van, ha nem tud mindent úgy, ahogy gondolja?En: What if he doesn't know everything as he thinks he does?Hu: Mi van, ha Réka jobban érzi a kávé ízeit?En: What if Réka has a better sense of coffee flavors?Hu: "Nagyon kíváncsi vagyok! Az otthoni kávém sosem volt különleges," válaszolt Réka izgatottan.En: "I'm very curious! My coffee at home was never special," Réka replied excitedly.Hu: Ahogy végigsétálnak a sorokon, minden kávé mellé van írva a származási ország és az ízjegyek.En: As they walk down the aisles, each coffee is accompanied by its country of origin and flavor notes.Hu: Bence hallgat, próbálva eldönteni, melyik lenne a legjobb választás.En: Bence remains silent, trying to decide which one would be the best choice.Hu: "Ez itt egy etiopiai kávé," mutatott Bence egy csomagra, mintha nagyon biztos lenne a dolgában.En: "This here is an Ethiopian coffee," Bence pointed to a package, as if he were very sure of himself.Hu: "Nagyon gazdag ízei vannak."En: "It has very rich flavors."Hu: "És te melyiket szereted a legjobban?" kérdezte Réka, próbálva eldönteni, hogy tényleg a Bence ajánlását fogadja el.En: "And which one do you like the most?" Réka asked, trying to decide if she should really accept Bence's recommendation.Hu: "Azt hiszem... talán szeretek újakat kipróbálni," válaszolt Bence kissé habozva.En: "I think... maybe I like trying new ones," Bence answered, somewhat hesitantly.Hu: Réka megfordult és egy másik zacskóra mutatott.En: Réka turned and pointed to another bag.Hu: "Mi lenne ezzel a dél-amerikaival? Az írják, hogy csokoládés utóíze van."En: "How about this South American one? It says it has a chocolaty aftertaste."Hu: Bence habozott.En: Bence hesitated.Hu: Nem hallott még róla annyit, mint az etiopiai kávékról.En: He hadn't heard as much about it as the Ethiopian coffees.Hu: Végül mély levegőt vett.En: Finally, he took a deep breath.Hu: "Réka, igazából nem tudok mindent a kávékról.En: "Réka, I don't actually know everything about coffee.Hu: De megtanulom.En: But I'll learn.Hu: Próbáljuk ki!"En: Let's try it!"Hu: Réka mosolygott.En: Réka smiled.Hu: "Nagyszerű, tanuljuk együtt."En: "Great, let's learn together."Hu: A pultnál kértek egy kis mintát mindkettőből.En: At the counter, they asked for a small sample of both.Hu: Ahogy kortyoltak, rájöttek, hogy a dél-amerikai kávé finom egyensúlyt teremtett a gazdag ízek és a selymes édesség között.En: As they sipped, they realized the South American coffee created a fine balance between rich flavors and silky sweetness.Hu: Bence elmosolyodott, végre felszabadultnak érezte magát.En: Bence smiled, finally feeling relieved.Hu: Réka szintén elégedett volt, hiszen felfedezte az új kedvencét.En: Réka was also satisfied, having discovered her new favorite.Hu: Ahogy kiléptek az üzletből, a napfény megcsillant az arcukon.En: As they stepped out of the store, the sunlight glinted on their faces.Hu: Mindketten boldogok voltak, hogy együtt fedezték fel a kávé világát, tanulva és élvezve a tapasztalatot.En: They were both happy to have explored the world of coffee together, learning and enjoying the experience.Hu: Bence úgy érezte, egy új kapu nyílt meg előtte, és már nem keserűen nézte a hibáit, hanem izgalommal várt az új kalandokra.En: Bence felt like a new door had opened in front of him, and he no longer viewed his mistakes bitterly but looked forward to new adventures with excitement.Hu: Réka megtanulta, hogy az ő ízlése éppolyan fontos, és most már bátran elindulhat új ízek felfedezésére.En: Réka learned that her taste mattered just as much, and now she could boldly set out to discover new flavors.Hu: Így folytatta útját a két barát, tele új tervekkel, nevetéssel és, persze, a frissen választott kávéval.En: Thus, the two friends continued on their way, full of new plans, laughter, and, of course, the freshly chosen coffee. Vocabulary Words:roastery: pörkölő üzemjingles: megcsendülaroma: illataishelves: polcokonbuzzing: tele van élettelaccompanies: kísériconfidently: magabiztosanhesitantly: kissé habozvacurious: kíváncsiaisles: sorokonorigin: származásiaftertaste: utóízehesitated: habozottbitterly: keserűenadventures: kalandokrapatterns: mintákatfaded: megkopottlearn: megtanulomboldly: bátranmistakes: hibáitdiscover: felfedezéséreconversation: beszélgetéseketflavors: ízjegyeksilky: selymesrelieved: felszabadultnaksatisfied: elégedettexperience: tapasztalatotexcitedly: izgatottanglinted: megcsillantset out: elindulhat

Vanilla remains one of the most popular flavors in the baking industry, but this fruit has a much more complex history than many realize. Vanilla (https://bakerpedia.com/ingredients/vanilla/) is thought to have originated in Central and Northern America, more precisely Mexico. In the 16th century, it was introduced to Europe by Spanish conquerors. In this episode of BAKED in Science, host Mark Floerke is joined by Emmanuel Laroche (https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmanuellaroche/) to discuss all things vanilla. Laroche is VP of Marketing & Consumer Insights at Symrise (https://www.symrise.com), creator and host of the podcast “Flavors Unknown,” and author of Conversations Behind The Kitchen Door and A Taste of Madagascar: Culinary Riches of the Red Island. Savoring the Flavor Some topics covered include: The “bean” fallacy Vanilla goes global Bye-bye vanilla bee Intricacies of vanilla production Vanilla versus vanillin Functional properties of vanilla

Take a jaunt down memory lane with us as Anney reflects on the anniversary of becoming a podcast host in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In June, Carnival Cruise Line held an event in New Orleans called The Next Course, where it introduced new restaurants and menus on its upcoming ship, the Carnival Festivale, and showcased its partnership with superstar chef Emeril Lagasse, the line’s chief culinary officer. It also served as a chance to talk about the latest in foodie trends, and how those trends are showing up on Carnival’s ships. In this episode we take that conversation even further with Carnival’s vice president of food and beverage Juan Fernandez and cruise editor Teri West. We talk about changes in dining hours, dining styles, drinks and more and how those changes dovetail or diverge with how consumers eat and drink on land. Plus: How Carnival developed its relationship with Lagasse and the new restaurants on the Festivale. This conversation was recorded July 9 and has been edited for length and clarity. Episode sponsor: This episode is sponsored by National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions https://www.expeditions.com Related links: Carnival and Emeril Lagasse embrace the latest culinary trends https://www.travelweekly.com/Cruise-Travel/Carnival-and-Emeril-embrace-the-latest-culinary-trends Carnival introduces new culinary concepts for upcoming ships https://www.travelweekly.com/Cruise-Travel/Carnival-and-Emeril-Lagasse-introduce-new-culinary-concepts Reservations are open for the Carnival Festivale https://www.travelweekly.com/Cruise-Travel/Reservations-open-for-Carnival-Festivale How weight-loss meds are changing travel https://www.travelweekly.com/Travel-News/Travel-Agent-Issues/weight-loss-meds-changing-travel Focus on culinary travel: Savoring the experience https://www.travelweekly.com/Travel-News/Tour-Operators/Focus-on-culinary-travel-Savoring-the-experienceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Whether it's the sensory joy of homemade gelato or the privacy risks baked into AI-powered apps, the conversation spotlights how technology is transforming even the simplest moments—and why it's not always for the better. OpenAI gets permission to roll out GPT-5.6 to the public on July 9 Beijing is looking at curbing overseas access to China's top AI models, sources say OpenAI floats giving Trump administration 5 percent cut of AI boom Mark Zuckerberg tells staff that AI agents haven't progressed as quickly as he'd hoped Meta money grab is a plea to investors: Stick with us Meta just launched a new AI generator, Muse Image, and users are already pushing back over use of their photos Meta tests 'super sensing' AI glasses that can capture every moment Google's AI buildout drove 37% increase in electricity use in 2025 Nvidia's Kyber AI rack slips to 2028, and one circuit board is to blame Cloudflare will filter out web crawlers that serve AI companies A Twist in This Year's Strangest Literary AI Scandal Midjourney wants Hollywood studios to reveal the details of their AI usage Brown Professor Suspects Majority of His Class Used AI to Cheat Reid Hoffman: Introducing Tokens to the Future: Token Grants to AI Builders Tilly Norwood to Lead New Movie 'Misaligned,' Marking Feature Debut for AI 'Actor' MaximeRivest/riddle: The diary of Tom Riddle for the reMarkable Paper Pro — write with your pen, the page drinks your ink and answers in a flowing hand lfnovo/open-notebook: An Open Source implementation of Notebook LM with more flexibility and features GuideAlong Hosts: Leo Laporte, Jeff Jarvis, and Paris Martineau Guest: Ian Bogost Download or subscribe to Intelligent Machines at https://twit.tv/shows/intelligent-machines. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: blackhat.com/us-26 and use code TWIT helixsleep.com/machines gusto.com/machines

Whether it's the sensory joy of homemade gelato or the privacy risks baked into AI-powered apps, the conversation spotlights how technology is transforming even the simplest moments—and why it's not always for the better. OpenAI gets permission to roll out GPT-5.6 to the public on July 9 Beijing is looking at curbing overseas access to China's top AI models, sources say OpenAI floats giving Trump administration 5 percent cut of AI boom Mark Zuckerberg tells staff that AI agents haven't progressed as quickly as he'd hoped Meta money grab is a plea to investors: Stick with us Meta just launched a new AI generator, Muse Image, and users are already pushing back over use of their photos Meta tests 'super sensing' AI glasses that can capture every moment Google's AI buildout drove 37% increase in electricity use in 2025 Nvidia's Kyber AI rack slips to 2028, and one circuit board is to blame Cloudflare will filter out web crawlers that serve AI companies A Twist in This Year's Strangest Literary AI Scandal Midjourney wants Hollywood studios to reveal the details of their AI usage Brown Professor Suspects Majority of His Class Used AI to Cheat Reid Hoffman: Introducing Tokens to the Future: Token Grants to AI Builders Tilly Norwood to Lead New Movie 'Misaligned,' Marking Feature Debut for AI 'Actor' MaximeRivest/riddle: The diary of Tom Riddle for the reMarkable Paper Pro — write with your pen, the page drinks your ink and answers in a flowing hand lfnovo/open-notebook: An Open Source implementation of Notebook LM with more flexibility and features GuideAlong Hosts: Leo Laporte, Jeff Jarvis, and Paris Martineau Guest: Ian Bogost Download or subscribe to Intelligent Machines at https://twit.tv/shows/intelligent-machines. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: blackhat.com/us-26 and use code TWIT helixsleep.com/machines gusto.com/machines

Whether it's the sensory joy of homemade gelato or the privacy risks baked into AI-powered apps, the conversation spotlights how technology is transforming even the simplest moments—and why it's not always for the better. OpenAI gets permission to roll out GPT-5.6 to the public on July 9 Beijing is looking at curbing overseas access to China's top AI models, sources say OpenAI floats giving Trump administration 5 percent cut of AI boom Mark Zuckerberg tells staff that AI agents haven't progressed as quickly as he'd hoped Meta money grab is a plea to investors: Stick with us Meta just launched a new AI generator, Muse Image, and users are already pushing back over use of their photos Meta tests 'super sensing' AI glasses that can capture every moment Google's AI buildout drove 37% increase in electricity use in 2025 Nvidia's Kyber AI rack slips to 2028, and one circuit board is to blame Cloudflare will filter out web crawlers that serve AI companies A Twist in This Year's Strangest Literary AI Scandal Midjourney wants Hollywood studios to reveal the details of their AI usage Brown Professor Suspects Majority of His Class Used AI to Cheat Reid Hoffman: Introducing Tokens to the Future: Token Grants to AI Builders Tilly Norwood to Lead New Movie 'Misaligned,' Marking Feature Debut for AI 'Actor' MaximeRivest/riddle: The diary of Tom Riddle for the reMarkable Paper Pro — write with your pen, the page drinks your ink and answers in a flowing hand lfnovo/open-notebook: An Open Source implementation of Notebook LM with more flexibility and features GuideAlong Hosts: Leo Laporte, Jeff Jarvis, and Paris Martineau Guest: Ian Bogost Download or subscribe to Intelligent Machines at https://twit.tv/shows/intelligent-machines. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: blackhat.com/us-26 and use code TWIT helixsleep.com/machines gusto.com/machines

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On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore on Spike Lee's "Do The Right Thing" on its 37th birthday. Also: A word for the Democratic Party establishment. Plus: Savoring New York, And The Knicks. Extra: Your time is too precious for it to be wasted. And: Much more you'll want to hear - or not.Recorded June 30, 2026.Subscribe on Substack: https://popcornreel.substack.comSubscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thepoliticratpodLATEST SUBSTACK ESSAY (June 29, 2026)https://substack.com/@popcornreel/note/p-204159196?r=275tyr&utm_medium=ios&utm_source=notes-share-actionBUY MERCH FROM THE POLITICRAT STORE:https://the-politicrat.myshopify.comBUY BLACK!Patronize Black-owned businesses on Roland Martin's Black Star Network: https://shopblackstarnetwork.comBLACK-OWNED MEDIA MATTERS:(Watch Roland Martin Unfiltered daily M-F 6-8pm Eastern)https://youtube.com/rolandsmartin

Childhood isn't disappearing because our kids are doing too little. It's disappearing because everything is moving too fast. In this thoughtful conversation, Grace Pouch shares why the greatest gift we can give children isn't more opportunities, more entertainment, or more efficiency, but more time to wonder, wait, create, and simply be. From long-term projects and slower family rhythms to boredom, nature, and the surprising value of doing hard things together, this episode offers practical encouragement for parents who want to protect what childhood was always meant to be. If you've ever felt the pressure to keep up, this conversation will remind you that some of life's richest moments can only be experienced at a slower pace. Follow Grace at https://gracepatepouch.substack.com/. Get your copy of Savoring Childhood Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Forest ecologist Suzanne Simard has long been fascinated by the sharing of natural knowledge. From the interconnected root systems she studied in her book Finding the Mother Tree to her ongoing work as an educator, Simard has learned to see the importance of cooperative efforts to share resources and knowledge. Joined in conversation by Seattle-based nature journalist Lynda Mapes, Simard expands these connections into a considerate exploration of the elaborate cycles of forest ecosystems, the challenges they currently face, and the intergenerational value they can provide through her new book When the Forest Breathes: Renewal and Resilience in the Natural World. Raised in a family of loggers committed to sensible forest stewardship, Simard has watched as modern practices and timber companies have left forests vulnerable to damage and depletion. In her research, Simard explores the finely honed cycles of regeneration forests inherently use to maintain themselves. From mushrooms breaking down logs to dying elder trees passing their genetic knowledge to younger growth, When the Forest Breathes presents these cycles as a key component in the protection and preservation of our forests. Working closely with Indigenous communities and the models of responsible forestry they've upheld over time, Simard examines the damage caused by industrialization and wide-scale human intervention– particularly the impact on the overstory's mother trees that are responsible for sharing intergenerational wisdom and supporting new growth. As Simard seeks to understand the importance of stewardship and how older lives can facilitate the conditions for new growth to flourish, she considers similar patterns of loss and regeneration in her own life. Savoring her final days with her ailing mother and watching her daughters grow into adults, Simard draws thoughtful parallels around what caretaking looks like within the forest and within our own communities. Animated by wonder and the urge to honor the tools that trees have honed over generations, When the Forest Breathes aims to use the lessons of the natural world to encourage paths of adaptability, resilience, cooperation, and valuing our forests. Dr. Suzanne Simard is the New York Times bestselling author of Finding the Mother Tree. She is a Professor of Forest Ecology at the University of British Columbia, where she leads The Mother Tree Project and co-directs the Belowground Ecosystem Group. Dr. Simard has earned a global reputation for pioneering research on tree connectivity and communication and the productivity, health, and biodiversity of forests. Her work has been published widely, with over 170 scientific articles in peer-reviewed journals, including Nature, Ecology, and Global Biology, and she has co-authored the book Climate Change and Variability. Her research has been communicated broadly through three TED Talks, TED Experiences, as well as articles and interviews in The New Yorker, National Geographic, NPR, CNN, and many more. She lives with her family in the mountains around Nelson, British Columbia. Lynda Mapes is a journalist, nature writer, and the author of six books on the natural and cultural history of the Pacific Northwest. Her previous publications include The Trees are Speaking and Orca: Shared Waters Shared Home. She was previously an environment reporter for the Seattle Times, focusing on nature, natural history, Native cultures and governments, and Pacific Northwest environmental news, where she was named a finalist for a team award for the Pulitzer Prize for Local Reporting in 2025. Buy the Book When the Forest Breathes: Renewal and Resilience in the Natural World Elliott Bay Book Company

David Schlossberg, Senior Partner at Assured Concepts Group, joins Jon Hansen for a ‘Rest Assured’ Thursday. David shares how he can help you achieve a successful retirement and create experiences you’ll remember. For more information, visit assuredgroup.com or call 847-426-1077.

South Florida's dining landscape is the product of decades of immigration. Cuban, Haitian, Colombian, Venezuelan, and dozens of other communities have each added a layer to a food culture that is continuously evolving—and few people are better equipped to make sense of it than someone who grew up eating his way through it. In this episode, host Angie Orth sits down with Fort Lauderdale native Ryan Pfeffer, Senior Editor at The Infatuation, where he oversees restaurant coverage across South Florida. With years of on-the-ground reporting from the ventanitas of Little Havana to the pop-up scene in Wynwood, Ryan brings local fluency and a journalist's instinct to the table. You'll learn how decades of immigration shaped one of the most diverse dining cultures in the country, what dishes are truly native to this region, and how to build a realistic eating itinerary without burning away half your trip in traffic. Ryan breaks down the rituals every first-time visitor should know and explains why the best meal in South Florida is rarely the most obvious one.What You'll Learn:3:08 How successive waves of South American and Caribbean immigration gave Miami a food identity unlike anywhere else in the country8:17 What the cafecito ritual is, how to properly order it at a ventanita, and why it's a foundational piece of Miami culture13:55 How to find the freshest local seafood in South Florida without falling into tourist traps20:09 Why Palm Beach and the Florida Keys represent opposite ends of the South Florida food spectrum25:24 The one thing Ryan says every visitor must do when eating their way through South FloridaConnect with Ryan Pfeffer:Website: https://ryanpfeffer.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryanpfefferoni/What foods are you most excited to try in South Florida? Tell us in the comments! Connect with AAA:Book travel: https://aaa-text.co/travelingwithaaa Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/AAAAutoClubEnterprisesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AAAAutoClubEnterprisesPodcast: TravelingWithAAA.com

Success in the Christian life is not measured by relentless output, but by deep enjoyment and awe of God. The high-performer's journey is to move from striving to abiding, from anxious self-optimization to restful delight. This week, Stephanie challenges us to reconsider our definition of success: Will we dare to let our delight in God, and His delight in us, become our most treasured spiritual possession?Many Christians find themselves exhausted, seeking spirituality through constant effort rather than true joy. In our current series, Awaken Delight, we explore different ways that prevent us from living the reality of Psalm 37:4, Delight yourself in the Lord, and He will give you the desires of your heart.This week, we explore the dangers of "high-performance Christianity" and discover the invitation to redefine success by delighting in God rather than striving to impress Him.Our FREE gift to you today! An exclusive 30-day FREE recovery plan to rekindle your delight in God when you are feeling weary and exhausted in your faith: go to https://www.gospelspice.com/awakendelightthepodcast and find the form for Episode 448. Give us your email, and you will receive the full plan in your inbox immediately!Let's be completely honest. Are you…Exhausted by trying to “feel” spiritual?Performing faith without real joy?Feeling unworthy despite consistent effort?Wondering if Psalm 37:4 really works?What if the problem isn't your faith, but the way you've been pursuing God? Delight isn't about effort; it's about learning how to receive God as your deepest joy.This isn't extra joy on Sundays. It's the foundation for deep delight in God which willstrengthen your prayer lifeprovide you with resilient peace,reframe your pain and suffering,transform your obedience into soul-satisfying joy.Many Christians become experts in prayer, service, and discipline but forget the joy of simple communion with God. This mindset measures spiritual health in terms of effort and accomplishment: “Did I pray enough? Did I do enough?”The Dangers:Spiritual Output over Relationship: Faith becomes a checklist of activities rather than a relationship rooted in love and delight.Performance Equals Worth: Feelings of worth rise and fall based on spiritual “productivity.” Rest becomes guilt-ridden and Sabbath feels inefficient.Comparisons and Insecurity: The high-performer compares their visible fruit to others', believing that more impact equals more favor from God.This mindset leads to spiritual dryness. High performers feel relationally undernourished: “Effective for God, but not really deeply at rest in God”. Growth is sought in results, but true spiritual maturity often appears slow, cyclical, and hidden. When setbacks arise, self-worth plummets, and failures feel catastrophic.At its core, this approach makes delight in God seem like a luxury reserved for the less “serious." But Scripture repeatedly calls delight foundational, not optional. "Delight in the Lord" is central — it deepens trust, strengthens endurance, and transforms work into worship.How do we shift from performance to delight? We must reorder our ambitions with God at the center. As Stephanie explains, “Your problem isn't that you're too serious, it's that you're too serious through the lens of a secular operating system”. The calling isn't to do less, but to let delight in God be the fuel, not the reward, of our efforts.Practical Steps:Identity Rooted in God's Delight: Our worth is anchored in God's unshakeable love, not our achievements.Work Flows from Delight: We work, rest, and strive not to prove ourselves, but out of the security that comes from being loved by God.Resilient Obedience: Obedience is rooted in delight, not desperation; failure or success does not shake our identity.Delighting in God is not just an emotion—it is a chosen, steady confidence that allows us to pursue excellence without fear. When rooted in God's love, ambition becomes resilient, setbacks less threatening, and rest becomes restorative. As Stephanie encourages, “Taste and see that the Lord is good”. This call is an invitation into a secure, unshakeable identity and delight —the true measure of success."Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart." Psalm 37:4 isn't a poetic suggestion — it's a promise. But many believers quietly assume it doesn't really work, or it's not really possible here on earth.In Awaken Delight, Stephanie Rousselle invites you to rediscover what Scripture actually means by delight — not emotional hype, not religious performance, but a steady satisfaction rooted in who God is.Delight in God isn't a mood to manufacture; it's a relationship to receive.Through biblical theology and practical rhythms, you'll learn how communion with God reshapes suffering, quiets restless striving, and anchors your identity in something unshakable.Delighting in God isn't sentimental optimism. It's deeply rooted in Christ, Jesus.It's the quiet revolution that reshapes how we endure pain, love others, and understand our own heart.Awaken Delight is a theologically grounded spiritual formation book for thoughtful believers who feel spiritually fatigued and are ready to embrace the reality of Psalm 37:4.More at https://www.gospelspice.com/awakendelight Purchase the book, "Awaken Delight" by Stephanie Rousselle: https://a.co/d/0bqhUb5JKind words from Jennifer Rothschild, Bible teacher, Author, Speaker, Podcast Host, Founder, Fresh Grounded Faith:“Stephanie helps us awaken to and experience true delight. It is a rich mix of God's delight in you and your delight in him. This is the life you were made for, the life your soul deeply longs for. So, the table is set. Pull up a chair and let your heart sit alongside Stephanie. As your delight in God wakes up and becomes fully realized, you'll find a satisfaction in Christ that makes you want more and more.”Kind words from Amanda Jenkins, Lead creator of THE CHOSEN's literary content"I have yet to meet another person quite as eager to intimately know Jesus as Stephanie is. Her enthusiasm for the beauty found inside a thriving relationship with her Savior is downright contagious. Indeed, Stephanie's joy and faith and commitment to growth—along with her love for really good food!—will implant themselves in the hearts of readers. Lucky readers."Kind words from Os Guinness, Theologian, Social critic, Author, The Call "Stephanie addresses one of the greatest needs of Christians today. Knowing God is not knowing about God, but knowing Him genuinely and with desire and delight. She does so practically and helpfully, and in a style that sparkles with a verve and joy that is distinctively French."Kind words from Pippa Gumbel, Pioneer, The Alpha Course; Author, The Bible in one year with husband Nicky"Stephanie's love of God is inspiring and infectious. Her book is an invitation to share in that delight and to come to know God in new and wonderful ways." More at https://www.gospelspice.com/awakendelight Purchase the book, "Awaken Delight" by Stephanie Rousselle: https://a.co/d/0bqhUb5JSupport us on Gospel Spice, PayPal and Venmo!

It is perfect weather out and Ted shares some of his delectable Italian wines such as his Achellia Vermentino he highly recommends, different Asti's and much more tastes from Italy and we get into a couple questions with Ted as well! Check out any one of the ten Twin Cities and surrounding Haskells locations or visit haskells.com for the best deals and selection of wine and spirits!

Chef Keith Blauschild shares his journey through the culinary world, from early inspirations to refining his signature style in the kitchen. He also opens up about is love for Led Zeppelin, the unforgettable experience of meeting Jimmy Page and The Rolling Stones , and how music fuels his creativity

Step into the fascinating world of Japanese spirits as we explore the artistry, heritage, and meticulous culture behind Japanese whisky. In this episode of Bourbon Lens, we sit down with House of Suntory's Advocacy Manager, James Bowker, to celebrate Toki Highball Week and deconstruct over a century of liquid craftsmanship.We track the incredible evolution of Japanese whisky, starting from Shinjiro Torii and the founding of the legendary Yamazaki Distillery. Discover how Japan's early isolation and cultural philosophies like kaizen (continuous improvement) and ichigo-ichie (treasuring the unrepeatable moment) shaped a production style distinctly different from Scotch and American whiskey.We break down the new strict labeling standards and regulations implemented to combat "fake" Japanese whiskies, giving you the knowledge to shop authentically. Plus, James guides us through a side-by-side tasting of the approachable Suntory Toki Classic versus the rich, smoky Toki Black expression. Finally, you'll learn the master techniques required to craft the perfect Japanese Highball at home, from precise water-to-whisky proportions to ice manipulation. Stream now and elevate your highball game!Episode Chapters & Timestamps:00:05 — Welcome and Overview of the Episode01:06 — The History of Japanese Whisky and Cultural Background02:32 — Shinjiro Torii and the Origins of House of Suntory03:57 — Craftsmanship and Blending Techniques in Japanese Whisky05:35 — Artistic and Cultural Influences: Hibiki, Hakushu, and Yamazaki08:17 — Suntory's Product Tiers and Core Portfolio Profiles10:42 — Fighting Counterfeits: New Japanese Whisky Standards and Certifications17:48 — Celebrating Toki Highball Week & the Ichigo-Ichie Philosophy19:17 — Masterclass: How to Craft an Authentic Japanese Highball at Home26:13 — Tasting & Comparison: Toki Classic vs. Toki Black Smoky Expression36:14 — Summer Culinary Pairings and Creative Whisky Cocktail InnovationsResources & Featured Links From the Show:The House of Suntory: Official WebsiteExplore the Lineup: Yamazaki, Hakushu, Hibiki, & Chita DistilleryIndustry Insights: Official JSLMA Japanese Whisky StandardsSupport the Show: Bourbon Lens Patreon / Bourbon LensSeven Cocktails & Bourbon Suntory 100 VideosSubscribe & Community Links

Join us as Jacquelyn Stephens, PhD, the Senior ResearchAssociate at Mather, shares insights on how cultivating positive emotions through “savoring” can boost resilience,social health, and longevity. Discover practical strategies to enhance your well-being and thrive at every stage of life.About Dr. Jacquelyn Stephens is a developmental-health psychologist who conducts research on factors that promote happier and healthier aging. Her research focuses on predictors of well-being across the lifespan, with an emphasis on the protective role of positive emotion in times of stress and adversity. Her research at Mather Institute has focused on how savoring the moment, a form of positive emotion regulation, can contribute to better well-being in older adults. She also evaluates internal Mather programsand initiatives. Prior to Mather, Dr. Stephens was a Postdoctoral ResearchFellow at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine. She earned her PhD in Human Development and Social Policy from Northwestern University in 2022.Key Takeaways Positive emotions help us bounce back from stress, overcome adversity, bond with others, and spark creativity. Positive emotions are contagious. Sharing a positiveexperience with another person amplifies the joy and creates a deeper bond,Savoring is noticing something positive happening and amplifying it. Instead of letting something positive pass by, we notice and acknowledge it. Bask in the moment.Savoring has three different time orientations – reminiscing: present moment, and forward thinking/anticipatory . Older adults are good at being attuned to positive things in their environment and tend to be better at savoring in the moment than other generations. When we create a repertoire of positive experiences, we are more likely to reach out to other people and form reciprocal relationships to lift each other up.People feel better when they focus on small moments of joy every day. The goal is not to surround yourself with constant positivity, but to develop the tools and resilience needed to create a life of happiness, well-being, and meaning despite life's inevitable difficulties.Visit Mather Institute for reports on aging and well-being.For exclusive access to the Mather research study onsavoring ,visit: Within- and Between-Person Effects of Savoring Ability and Well-Being in Older Adults: A Longitudinal Study 

 Summer can feel overwhelming, especially when you are carrying the full weight of parenting alone. In this episode, we talk about how to move from simply surviving the summer to intentionally savoring it. With changing routines, increased demands, and the emotions that can surface in this season, preparation and perspective matter. This conversation offers encouragement to create a peaceful rhythm in your home, build meaningful moments with your children, and trust God to meet you in this unique season.Takeaways:Build your summer with wisdom and intentionGuard the margins of your daysProtect rest through boundariesCreate rhythms that bring peaceConnect with Perspective Ministries: Website: perspectiveministries.org Instagram: @perspectiveministries Facebook: Perspective Ministries

Nathan talks with Grace Pouch about her new book Savoring Childhood and how small steps toward a slower, simpler lifestyle create space for a deeply rooted life of love for God and others.Grace's book Savoring ChildhoodA few excerpts:A sample chapter from the publisher"Animal Friends""Simple Tastes""Joy is in the Waiting" on Christianity TodayGrace's website gracepouch.comFollow along for reflections on family life, spiritual formation, and the slow work of renewal on Grace's Substack @GrapplePie, and on Instagram @Grace.Pate.Pouch 

This monthly series features an episode sharing my recent highs and lows, how my habits are going, a Do Something List update, plus what I'm loving lately and my commitments for the upcoming month. I hope this glimpse into my life, my family, my work, and my own self development encourages you in your own journey. Around here the goal is never perfection, just to keep trying, even if in very simple ways. I think you'll see that with all of the big changes going on for me, taking the smallest of steps has helped to keep me afloat and feeling like myself. As always, I encourage you to get messy, too!  Get the Best Summer Ever Workshop at half-off old pricing! Preorder Sticky Habits book today! Join the Book Launch Committee for behind-the-scenes and first peeks at all things book. Join the Supporters Club to keep About Progress around for good. Get the free DSL Training. Get your AirDoctorPro air purifier with the discount code “MONICA.”  Get your teen Knix with code “PROGRESS.” Go to Quince for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pope Leo XIV's first Easter message, where he called for global peace amidst conflicts like the Russia-Ukraine war and the US-Israeli war on Iran. The "messy" irony lies in the transition from a solemn papal address on world "ravaged by wars" to the interpersonal "messiness" and psychological pathology discussed in the following segments.   The Anti-Inflammatory Power of Basil Basil contains a high concentration of Eugenol. In the world of natural chemistry, Eugenol is a "blocker"—it actually works similarly to over-the-counter NSAIDs (like Ibuprofen) by inhibiting the enzymes (COX-2) that cause swelling and pain in the joint. How it adds to your Aloe-Herb Salve: Adding Basil creates a "Triple Threat" for your severe arthritis: Rosemary: Increases local circulation (brings blood flow to the joint). Lemon Balm: Calms the "angry" sensory nerves around the kneecap. Basil: Acts as the heavy-duty anti-inflammatory to reduce the actual swelling. Savoring the Silence & Protecting the Peace. You can't fix stupid, and you certainly can't fix a narcissist. But you can fix your boundaries. If every time you share a win, you get a grunt, stop sharing the win. Build your 'Silent Resort' and invite people who know how to celebrate. Your joy is too expensive to be spent on someone who is committed to being miserable. Protect that peace! Federation is a hard sci-fi crossover; it functions as a secular Passion play. It tells the story of a man (Cochrane) who suffers through a global apocalypse (WWIII), offers humanity "salvation" through the light of warp drive, disappears (dies to the world), and is ultimately "resurrected" through the grace of an alien entity and the legacy he leaves behind. The Bravo-verse: A Masterclass in Internalized Bias & Bozoma St. John, Gamer Recognized Game. I don't think I am kissing up, I am calling a spade a spade. And Boz St. John is calling 4-a possible- 5, yelling Domino, Uno Reverse-draw 4-Uno on those b@@@chs.      Just when I thought I was going to leave Reality TV commentary to the pros, here comes Ciara Miller and The Boz of it all....While the underfed hippos are snapping in the fake LA swamp, Bozoma is playing the Kobayashi Maru of the C-Suite. She didn't come to win the game; she came to audit the players and then unplug the board. Checkmate. Meeting Adjourned.   Check out my music on Spotify and Apple or wherever you listen to music! The official videos are on YouTube. Stream and stream often! Navigate to https://linktr.ee/tnfroisreading to check out all coffee and book options. Seasonal Affective Disorder Is Treatable and all of us should be about fixing our mental health always.... If you are searching for help and direction in your struggles with depression and addiction Call 1-800-273-8255 Available 24 hours everyday   There is also an online chat feature https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/   And if Vodka is the problem, call  1-800-662-HELP (4357) for 24/7 help. Please reach out to find joy in this season!