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This time around, we'll be taking a look at drinking rituals from around the world. A few months back, my friend Reece Sims asked me to write an article about drinking rituals for her new publication, The Flavour Report. She has graciously agreed to let me read the article on-air and give you all a bit of a "Director's Cut" version of the article, entitled: Sacred Serves: The Rituals That Make Drinking Human. For those of you who have the opportunity to enjoy a few drinks with family and friends this holiday season, I hope some of these thoughts about the importance of ritual, hospitality, gratitude, and the sometimes radical act of coming together can help you to appreciate some of those moments even more. Please remember, as always, to drink responsibly and experiment boldly. Additional Resource: Video of Queimada Ritual (WARNING: DO NOT ATTEMPT AT HOME)  

What if the most important decision you ever made was trusting someone who saw your potential before you fully saw it yourself? In this episode, Morgan Nichols, CEO of Life Branch Wealth Partners and financial advisor, shares her journey from a 25-year-old in corporate finance loading up a U-Haul and driving cross-country to lead a financial advisory practice in Texas. As the first born of two financial advisors, Morgan was "destined" for this work, but it was her father-in-law Gary's belief in her potential that gave her the springboard to build a multi-state practice with offices in three states and serve four generations of the same family. From working in a male-dominated sales environment where she was the youngest person on the desk to becoming CEO and co-authoring "Intentional Legacy" with partner Kelly Base, Morgan's story reveals the power of relationships that see who you can become. Through fertility challenges overcome with the help of two incredible doctors, she now wakes up every morning with her three-year-old daughter as her "why," a constant reminder that we get one shot at this life, so we might as well make it as intentional and impactful as possible. Morgan shares why achievement without purpose left her asking "why do we work so hard?", how opposite strengths with the right partner create relationship gold, and why showing up with gratitude and goodness puts us on the right foot to make million-dollar impacts we might never even see coming.   [00:05:20] What Morgan Does: Financial Advisor with a Different Approach Financial advisor and CEO of Life Branch Wealth Partners Careful to define "financial advisor" - not just transactional relationships Works with clients covering all areas of financial lives Serves individuals, families with larger portfolios, and small business owners Helps clients navigate financial peace of mind [00:06:32] Leading a Multi-State Practice: Growth-Minded Excellence CEO of practice with offices in three states: Grapevine, Texas (Dallas-Fort Worth area) Harrisonburg, Virginia Chicagoland area, Illinois Loves learning about industry changes and simplifying for clients Leads a team, trains younger advisors Works with well-seasoned advisors, sharing perspectives Building a team focused on making a difference in the lives of others [00:07:45] Destined for This Work: The Apple Didn't Fall Far First born of two financial advisors After college, took a job in Boston in wholesaling, corporate finance Enjoyed opportunities and learning ground Recognized that for some people, personal finance makes their eyes glaze over; they just want to delegate it [00:09:18] Most Impactful Result: Four Generations of One Family Works with four generations of one family Started with one generation in the middle: husband and wife in their 30s trying to raise children and manage life Over time, ended up working with the parents and grandparents Heartwarming to know the whole family line is seeing the benefit of planning [00:12:00] The Relationship That Changed Everything: Gary's Leap of Faith Father-in-law Gary is the advisor who gave her the career opportunity At 25, working in corporate finance in Boston, thought she was doing pretty good Had opportunity to leave Boston, load up U-Haul, drive across country Without that opportunity, she wouldn't have ability to springboard the way she is today Achievement is one of her core values, and this relationship helped her grow her career [00:16:34] Finding Relationship Gold: Kelly Base and Opposite Strengths Kelly Base is an advisor on her team Co-authored book "Intentional Legacy" together over the past year Met in 2023 through a women's entrepreneurial group Having more fun in their career than they ever could have imagined "We have to find people that compliment our strengths and can also speak truth in our lives so we can become the sharpest versions of ourselves and sharpen one another" [00:19:20] The Million-Dollar Question: Why Do We Work So Hard? Very driven, wired a certain way Can work all day, come home, be fulfilled in career When she really dove into her values, realized family really matters Area families don't always talk about: challenges with fertility, having a family Felt sharing her story was important so others can feel comfortable sharing theirs [00:20:00] The Gift of Life: Two Doctors and a Miracle Had two doctors in her life who navigated the challenge with her Journey from "we don't think you're gonna be able to have children" to having a beautiful daughter In the spirit of intention, being achievement-minded and a mom "I've got my work baby and my baby baby, and I'm always juggling their priorities" Doctors gave her the shot to pour into the next generation [00:22:20] Faith and Gratitude: The Foundation of Everything Faith is very important to her and aligns with her values Has achievement as a value Leans into her faith as she does her work and lives her personal life Hopes to continue making an impact in lives of others, personally and professionally [00:24:00] Giving Back: Grace and Growing Generosity Giving back in community is really important Supports Grace, a local charitable organization helping the underserved who need help As a business, able to support their endeavors and help those who need it most Giving back is ingrained in core values Wouldn't have a business if it weren't for relationship with Gary, or it wouldn't look the way it does today [00:30:17] Mentorship Matters: Female Advisors Pouring In Started career in sales environment that was probably 10% female Was the youngest person on the sales desk in downtown Boston Now advocates for young women starting in finance: "Go find mentors. You're not too young, don't hesitate. This is a great career and you can get so much out of those relationships" "You never even know where all of them are gonna lead, but they make such an impact" [00:32:05] Where to Find Morgan & The Intentional Legacy Website for book: intentionallegacybook.com Feedback: "This is something I wish I would've read 20, 30 years ago. I really want my children to read it" Personal website: lifebranchwealth.com Always glad to have a conversation with anyone   KEY QUOTES "We get one shot at this life, so we might as well make it as intentional, as and impactful as possible." - Morgan Nichols "I can't put a price tag on that... These doctors just helped give me the daughter, and that's gonna be a generational impact." - Morgan Nichols "We have to find people that compliment our strengths and can also speak truth in our lives so we can become the sharpest versions of ourselves and sharpen one another." - Morgan Nichols "If we keep showing up with goodness, we show up with gratitude and acknowledging our blessings, it puts us on the right foot to see opportunity and to really make a difference." - Morgan Nichols "If I just do what I'm doing and I don't intentionally think about what I'm doing and why, you know, she's gonna be 15 and I'm not gonna get those years back." - Morgan Nichols CONNECT WITH MORGAN NICHOLS 

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A sailor on the Mayflower, not one of the Pilgrims, boasted about his health and mocked the sickly Pilgrims. Then, he got what was coming to him. We must learn the lesson his fellow sailors learned: to thank God for all things. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A sailor on the Mayflower, not one of the Pilgrims, boasted about his health and mocked the sickly Pilgrims. Then, he got what was coming to him. We must learn the lesson his fellow sailors learned: to thank God for all things. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Eat It, Virginia! we sit down with Memi Shehata and Rania Yacoub of Egyptian restaurant Memi’s and Fan favorite 3 Monkeys in Richmond. Memi’s, now celebrating its first anniversary, is one of the city’s newest Egyptian eateries. It’s the culmination of a journey that began nearly two decades ago and half a world away.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Combs, the hip-hop mogul known as Diddy or Puff Daddy, continues to dominate headlines as he serves his 50-month prison sentence following his federal conviction. On October 3rd, 2025, Combs was sentenced to approximately four years in prison after being found guilty on two counts of transporting women across state lines for prostitution. According to Federal Bureau of Prisons records, his official release date is set for May 8th, 2028.The split verdict surprised many observers. Combs was acquitted on the most serious charges including sex trafficking, racketeering, and conspiracy, yet convicted on the prostitution-related counts. The trial featured months of disturbing testimony and viral evidence, including surveillance footage showing Combs assaulting his ex-partner Cassie Ventura. Legal experts have debated what the divided verdict reveals about the justice system in 2025, questioning whether jurors viewed psychological coercion as real violence or whether celebrity status influenced the outcome.Since his arrest in September 2024, Combs has been detained at Brooklyn's Metropolitan Detention Center. Recent documents obtained by CBS News reveal details of his prison life. He faced disciplinary action for allegedly violating rules against three-person phone calls. Combs has been assigned to work in the chapel and is currently enrolled in a drug treatment program while serving his sentence.The music mogul's legal team filed a notice of appeal in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, with details of the appeal to be submitted at a later date. Combs has already served approximately one year behind bars, which means he could potentially be released in less than three years after receiving credit for time served.Speculation emerged in October that President Donald Trump might commute Combs' sentence after reports claimed the president was deliberating the matter. However, a White House spokesperson firmly denied these claims on October 21st, stating there is zero truth to the story. Trump had previously acknowledged that Combs requested a pardon, though the president expressed reservations given Combs' past criticism of him.The case has captivated public attention throughout 2025, sparking broader conversations about accountability, power, and celebrity in the American justice system. As Combs continues his prison term, his legal team pursues appeals while the public remains divided on the verdict's implications.Thank you for tuning in to this update. Please come back next week for more breaking news and in-depth coverage. This has been a Quiet Please production. For more, check out Quiet Please dot A I.Some great Deals https://amzn.to/49SJ3QsFor more check out http://www.quietplease.aiThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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Time to meet some more Thanksgiving Beasts. Welcome to East Hartford, Connecticut, home to some of the worst “recincrapments” we've ever seen in a true crime TV special and also some armless lizards and inexplicably decapitated fish. We're not kidding. It's all on offer in episode 7 of season 6 of BLOOD RELATIVES, entitled "Thanksgiving Day Charade". We're not sure what the charade is here except for bad wigs and questionable set dressing and some of the worst reenactments we've ever seen. But like so many of our Thanksgiving themed true crime specials, this one does for Turkey Day what JAWS did for the beach. Also, did we mention the lizard?

Today is the best day of college football that exists Tim Murray Weighs In On the State of the College Football Playoff Race Have Eagles Fans become Spoiled? Update on Michigan and Ohio State

Chili pickled vegetables Cook time: 5 minutes Prep time: 10 minutes Serves: 12 Pickled vegetables can include: Carrots, fennel, baby beetroot, radish, red onions, cucumbers or red cabbage 1 tbsp fennel seeds 1 tbsp coriander seeds 2 fresh chili, sliced 2 bay leaves 1 tsp mustard seeds 300 ml cider vinegar 250 ml water 1/4 cup sugar 1/2 tsp salt Jar and lid Firstly prepare the vegetables for pickling. Clean all the vegetables and cut in 1/2 or 1/4 or finely slice. Trying to make all the vegetable pieces roughly the same size. To make your pickle mixture, start by toasting your seeds in a pan until fragrant. Place the rest of the pickling mixture ingredients into a pot, adding seeds once toasted and heat until boiling. Remove the pickling mixture from the heat and carefully pour the hot mixture over the top of the vegetables and seal with a lid. (If pickling cucumbers or finely sliced veg allow mixture to cool first) Roasted beetroot & cummin hummus Cook time: 45 minutes Prep time: 10 minutes Serves: 6-8 2 cups chickpeas, soaked overnight in water 2 whole beetroot 1 tbsp cooking oil 2 tbsp tahini 1 tsp baking powder 11 tsp cummin powder Sea salt Pre-heat the oven to 180*c Individually wrap the beetroot in tin-foil, drizzle over a little oil and sprinkle over a touch of salt before wrapping. Place into the oven and cook for 30 minutes before testing. Test by inserting a small knife to see if the beetroot is cooked. Once cooked allow to cool before removing skin. While the beetroot is cooking, place the soaked chickpeas into a large pot, cover with cold water and add a touch of salt and the baking powder. Bring to the boil and cook until tender. Once cooked drain. Place the beetroot into a food processor and biltz until smooth. Add the chickpeas and biltz until smooth. Add the tahini, curry powder and seasalt to finish. Yoghurt flatbreads w coriander butter Cook time: 2 minutes Prep time: 10 Serves: 6-8 Flat breads 350g bread flour 2 tsp baking powder 350g natural yoghurt 1 tsp salt Coriander butter 200 gm unsalted-butter 1 cup fresh coriander, finely chopped 1/2 tsp sea salt 4 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed For the flat breads Combine all the bread ingredients together in a bowl and mix with a spoon, then use your hands to pat and bring everything together. Dust a clean work surface with flour, tip out the dough. Knead for a minute or so just to pull everything together, before leaving while you make the coriander butter. For the butter, Add to the butter and mix in the rest of the ingredients. Re-dust a clean surface with flour, divide the dough into small balls. Flatten with your hands, then using a rolling pin roll roughly 3mm thick. Either place dough into a griddle pan on a high heat or onto a tray in a very hot oven. As soon as they are coloured remove and brush with a coriander butter and cut into random pieces. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Battle Ground Police Department delivered more than 75 prepared Thanksgiving meals to local families through its Serving Beyond the Badge initiative, supported by community volunteers and local businesses; https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/beyond-the-badge-battle-ground-police-serves-thanksgiving-meals-to-local-families/ #BattleGround #CommunitySupport #ThanksgivingMeals #PoliceOutreach #HolidayGiving #ServingBeyondTheBadge

Teatime with Miss Liz serves Zachary Hagen, Author of the Eternal Chronicles Series. Miss Liz doesn't serve a beverage — she serves real-life changemakers. This Teatime, she serves Zachary Hagen, Christian fantasy author of The Eternal Chronicles, as he returns to share Eternity's End, the powerful conclusion to his faith-filled saga of courage, light, and legacy. Tenacity. Evolution. Enchantment. November 25th, 7 PM EST LIVE on all Miss Liz Teatime platforms, Beautiful, for Miss Liz Teatime— having Zachary Hagen return for Eternity's End brings the perfect close to my November lineup. His mix of faith-based fantasy, creativity, and legacy writing fits seamlessly with my Teatime message of storytelling as transformation.TopicEternity's End: Faith, Fantasy, and the Final Battle Between Light and Darkness IntroductionMiss Liz will pour a cup of imagination, faith, and legacy with Zachary Hagen, Christian fantasy author and creator of The Eternal Chronicles Series. With the release of his fifth and final book, Eternity's End, Zachary closes an epic journey through light, darkness, and redemption — a world where dragons soar, faith is tested, and courage becomes the bridge between worlds. Influenced by Tolkien, Lewis, and Paolini, Zachary weaves timeless lessons of love, sacrifice, and hope into stories that remind us that good and evil are not distant myths — they're daily choices of the heart. Closing SummaryAs the Teatime closes, Zachary Hagen will remind us that every ending is just a new beginning in disguise. Through Eternity's End, he invites us to hold onto light when the world feels dim, to believe in redemption even when chaos rises, and to remember that imagination is one of faith's greatest languages.“The real fight is never outside of us—it's within. That's where eternity begins.” — Zachary HagenThis Teatime will remind every listener that storytelling isn't escape—it's revelation—and that tenacity, evolution, and enchantment are not just words, but ways of living.#TeatimeWithMissLiz #MissLizsTEE #ZacharyHagen #EternitysEnd #TheEternalChronicles #FaithBasedFiction #ChristianFantasy #TeachingEducationalAwareness #TenacityEvolutionEnchantment #TranscendEmbraceEnvision #RealLifeChangemakers #OneCupAtATime #MissLizTee #FantasyAuthor

In this special four-part series, join Unpacked host Aislyn Greene as she travels to Charleston, South Carolina, to unpack the city's deeper currents. This week: Dive fork-first into Charleston's legendary food scene, where history and flavor collide. From the resurrection of she-crab soup to the recreation of a groundbreaking 1865 dinner that celebrated equality, discover how Charleston's culinary landscape tells the story of African, Native American, and European influences—one delicious dish at a time. In this episode, you'll learn How she-crab soup went from a presidential delicacy to near extinction—and its triumphant return at 82 Queen The powerful story behind Nat Fuller's Feast, an 1865 dinner celebrating emancipation that was recreated 150 years later Why you can find 30 different versions of shrimp and grits in Charleston (and why they're all "fat on fat on fat") The essential Gullah Geechee influences that shape Lowcountry cuisine, from red rice to okra How formerly enslaved people became Charleston's great caterers and shaped the city's culinary identity What distinguishes Lowcountry cuisine from broader Southern cooking Featured Guests Chef Kevin Mitchell: Chef instructor at the Culinary Institute of Charleston, food historian, author, and host of Savers of Flavor Jonathan Kish: CEO of Queen Street Hospitality Group, which owns 82 Queen, Charleston's first fine dining Lowcountry restaurant Lamont Ferrebee: Executive sous chef at 82 Queen Don't miss these moments* [2:50] How Kevin's grandmother's tough love at age 6 launched his culinary career [4:30] The emotional moment when the rain stopped during the Nat Fuller's Feast recreation [7:15] Why turtle soup still haunts food historian Michael Twitty [11:45] The West African okra variety grown specifically for its leaves [17:00] The invention (and resurrection) of she-crab soup [19:30] What happened when 82 Queen tried to change their shrimp and grits recipe *Time stamps are estimated and may change due to programmatic advertising. Dine around Charleston 82 Queen: Experience Charleston's first fine dining Lowcountry restaurant (since 1982) in their magical courtyard setting. Don't miss the award-winning she-crab soup and their unique barbecue shrimp and grits Chef Scholar Dinner Series: Follow Chef Kevin Mitchell on Instagram for a chance to snag tickets to these intimate 16-seat historical dining experiences (April 15th: honoring Chef Patrick Clark) Hannibal's Kitchen: Try their renowned crab rice and other Gullah Geechee classics For dinner, try Fig, Kultura, Lowland, or the Ordinary For coffee, pastries, or breakfast try Page's Okra Grill, Magnolias, Kudu Coffee, or Bad Bunnies Coffee For a cocktail, try Babas, the Seahorse, or the Gin Joint Resources Read the transcript of the episode Plan your trip to Charleston using our guide on afar.com Follow Chef Kevin Mitchell and the Chef Scholar Dinner Series on Instagram @chefkevinmitchell Watch Savers of Flavor to learn about heirloom Southern ingredients Explore more Charleston restaurant recommendations on afar.com, including the best new restaurants and where to find the best Gullah Geechee food. Next Week Join us as we explore Charleston's vibrant music scene and cultural events, from intimate jazz shows to grand performance halls. Stay Connected Sign up for our podcast newsletter, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Behind the Mic⁠⁠⁠, where we share upcoming news and behind-the-scenes details of each episode.  Explore our other podcasts, View From Afar, about the people and companies shaping the future of travel, and ⁠Travel Tales⁠⁠⁠, which celebrates first-person narratives about the way travel changes us. Unpacked by Afar is part of ⁠⁠⁠Airwave Media⁠⁠⁠'s podcast network. Please contact ⁠⁠⁠advertising@airwavemedia.com⁠⁠⁠ if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Dad Edge Podcast, I sit down with Bryan Driscoll, a successful digital marketer and real estate investor who's also a devoted husband and father. Bryan opens up about his journey balancing business and family, the intentional decisions he's made to protect his time, and how he structures his life around his values—faith, presence, and legacy.   From tech startup burnout to creating a lifestyle that prioritizes family dinners and morning routines, Bryan shares the strategies and mindset shifts that helped him go from reactive to intentional. If you're a dad wrestling with how to succeed in business without sacrificing your family, this episode is a blueprint for building both.     EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS   [0:00] – Introduction [2:04] – Bryan's background and unexpected pivot into entrepreneurship [4:28] – How a college hack turned into a full-time digital marketing agency [6:53] – Navigating growth while staying aligned with his faith [9:46] – Building in boundaries to be fully present for his family [12:12] – The moment Bryan decided to stop working nights and weekends [14:25] – Why success means nothing if your kids don't know you [17:00] – How he structures his day to serve his business and family [20:42] – Creating a routine that includes daily prayer and gratitude [24:31] – Why his calendar now includes "unmovable" family time [27:18] – Final reflections: letting your family see your heart, not just your hustle       5 KEY TAKEAWAYS     Faith and Family Define Success: Bryan isn't just building wealth—he's building a legacy rooted in faith, integrity, and presence. You Control the Calendar: Intentional time blocking, morning routines, and family dinners aren't "nice to haves"—they're non-negotiables for lasting connection. Boundaries Are Leadership: Saying no to work after 5 PM was Bryan's way of saying yes to what matters most. Kids Need Your Heart, Not Your Hustle: Bryan reflects on how being physically present isn't enough—emotional presence is the real gift. Build a Business That Serves Your Life: By designing his business around his family values, Bryan proves you don't have to choose between impact and intimacy.     LINKS & RESOURCES Connect with Bryan Driscoll and explore real estate investing tips: https://motivatedleads.com Download the Questions for the Car PDF: https://thedadedge.com/25questions 1st Phorm: www.1stphorm.com/dadedge Podcast Shownotes: https://thedadedge.com/1405     If you enjoyed today's episode, don't forget to rate, review, and share the podcast. Let this conversation be the spark that helps you lead your family with intention.   Live legendary.

The November 24 edition of the AgNet News Hour kicked off Thanksgiving week with a fun, flavorful conversation as hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill welcomed one of their favorite guests — Darren Hill, five-star chef, longtime restaurateur, and sales manager at JD Foods. Hill, who's been cooking turkeys professionally for decades, delivered a masterclass on choosing, thawing, seasoning, and safely preparing the perfect Thanksgiving bird. Hill began by explaining why whole turkeys aren't common in stores during summer months. Retailers avoid carrying slow-moving frozen inventory, he said, so most whole birds arrive in stores only during the holiday season. Deli turkey, on the other hand, remains a year-round staple because it's processed differently and doesn't follow the same seasonal pattern. As for how growers plan production, Hill said turkey processors ramp up months in advance. Orders from major retailers are often placed in July or August so that birds can be grown, processed, and frozen in time for the Thanksgiving rush. “It's all done way ahead of November,” he said. When it comes to cooking the perfect turkey, Hill is proudly traditional. “I love a classic oven roast,” he said. “That's what I grew up with — the smell of turkey, the sides, the memories.” But he also shared a standout recipe he discovered years ago: the Marco Polo Turkey, a fusion-style brined bird flavored with soy sauce, olive oil, orange juice, ginger, sherry, garlic, paprika, and cracked pepper. The marinade blends Mediterranean and Asian influences, creating a deeply flavorful, incredibly moist turkey that shines whether roasted or barbecued. Hill walked listeners through his preferred cooking method: start the oven hot at 375°F for 45 minutes, then gradually taper down to 350°F and finish around 320°F. Cooking times vary by size, but Hill stressed that the only truly reliable method is a food thermometer. “You want 165°F in the thickest part of the thigh, breast, and wing joint,” he said. “That's how you know it's safe.” He also recommended using a foil tent to prevent over-browning and shared a pro tip: on larger birds, make a lateral cut where the drumstick meets the body. “It helps heat penetrate the joint, especially on those big 24–30 pounders.” Food safety was another major theme. Hill emphasized that frozen birds should thaw in the refrigerator — 24 hours for every five pounds — or, if necessary, in cold running water that is changed every 30 minutes. And once Thanksgiving dinner is over, food should be refrigerated within two hours, not left on the counter while guests chat for hours. “That's when people get sick around the holidays,” he said. “Bacteria grows fast at room temperature.” Beyond turkey, Hill discussed holiday meats like ham and prime rib, noting that demand spikes for ribeye roasts this time of year. He encouraged families to consider buying a whole ribeye, roasting half for Thanksgiving, then cutting the other half into steaks for New Year's. “It stretches the value,” he said. Papagni and McGill wrapped up the show with classic Thanksgiving banter — football on TV, favorite sides, and the power of tradition — before thanking Hill for sharing years of professional insight. As Papagni put it, “If you want your turkey done right, listen to Darren.”

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Episode 171 ~ Choosing What Serves You: Sisterhood, Self-Honesty & the Healing Power of CommunityMany women feel the deep pull toward healing, sisterhood, and inner alignment—and in this episode, we explore why community is one of the most powerful tools for personal growth. In “Choosing What Serves You: Sisterhood, Self-Honesty & the Healing Power of Community,” Tanya opens up about the duality of life—how things can be both heavy and beautiful at the same time—and why acknowledging both is essential to true inner shift.This episode dives into:✨ The importance of choosing what truly serves you✨ Why emotional honesty is key for healing and growth✨ The role of sisterhood in transforming your life✨ Tanya's recent spiritual gatherings, reconnections, and the power of following the intuitive pull✨ A moving introduction to upcoming guest Theresa James, author of Healing Tears, whose unimaginable loss became a powerful message of resilience, hope, and love✨ How women's wellness retreats create space for reconnection, clarity, and deep emotional releaseIf you've been craving peace, grounding, spiritual connection, and a circle that sees you, this episode reminds you that you don't have to walk your path alone.Highlights:– Why you feel the pull toward community during seasons of transition– Tanya's emotional week and how she processed it– A powerful moment at the REGATHER event– Meeting women who feel like “soul-recognitions”– A sneak peek into an upcoming life-changing conversation with Healing Tears author Theresa James– How Tanya's wellness retreat is designed to bring women together for renewal✨ Ready to take your reflection deeper? Join Tanya's upcoming Healing Cuisine Retreat in the Laurentians — a one-day experience designed to nourish your body, mind, and soul.

PREVIEW Architect's Index Signals Continued Economic Contraction Gene Marks Gene Marks discusses the architect's index, which serves as a leading indicator for the direction of the American economy, forecasting big buildings and high-end residential construction six to twelve months ahead. For the eleventh consecutive month, the index showed contraction, not expansion, indicating a difficult market for architects and mixed, non-encouraging economic pictures overall.

In this episode of Out of the Clouds, host Anne Mühlethaler welcomes Tijana Tamburic, a storyteller, creative director and co-founder of Female Narratives. After a decade as a model combined with a UCL history degree and experience in publishing and editorial roles, she co-founded Female Narratives to disrupt the outdated advertising industry. Named Forbes 30 Under 30 for Media & Marketing (and later serving as a judge), Tijana has worked on creative campaigns for brands like Bumble, BBC Studios and Allbirds, helping them tell real human stories. She's also the host of The Slow Down podcast and a board advisor for social enterprise OK MENTOR.Anne discovered Tijana through The Slow Down, which offers what Tijana calls the career advice she never got in her twenties, aka conversations with people who've redefined success beyond hustle culture. Tijana shares her journey from arriving in London as an 18-month-old Serbian immigrant to being raised for autonomy by hardworking parents. She candidly discusses her teenage antics, keeping her modeling career at arm's length, staying in education, and initially hiding her avant-garde editorial modeling work from friends.She tells Anne about her Burning Man transformation, meeting her future business partner on a flight to Ibiza, and her first ayahuasca ceremony, noting how these experiences introduced her to patient, graceful women who helped her step into her feminine energy after years of operating from a masculine, confrontational stance.This shift led to founding Female Narratives, which initially got swept up in girl boss culture's demands to scale and sell. After two years on this path, Tijana and her co-founder had a crucial conversation about what kind of life they actually wanted. They worked backwards to design a boutique agency requiring a handful of projects yearly to meet their goals, allowing them to be selective about clients and maintain work-life balance.Tijana reflects on her relationship with her archetypal masculine mother, a Serbian pharmacist who became a professor at London College of Fashion. The conversation also explores Tijana's past addiction to stress, her journey through burnout, and her ongoing practice of stepping into feminine energy through active listening and moving from scarcity to abundance mindset. A candid conversation about building a business that serves your life, balancing masculine and feminine energies, and why vulnerable conversations are gifts that help us feel seen and understood.Selected links from episode:The Female Narratives website The Slow Down podcastTijana's Instagram: @tamburicTijana's TEDx Bucharest talk titled ‘When my masculine met my feminine'Heart Diffraction Glasses (as featured at Burning Man)The Whisperers by Orlando FigesJulia AstokEsther Perel on autonomy vs loyaltyVisit our website Out of the Clouds : https://outoftheclouds.com/Find us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_outofthecloudsAnne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annvi/Anne on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/annvi.bsky.socialAnne on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anne-v-muhlethaler/Please subscribe and leave us a review ✨ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Teatime with Miss Liz serves Bjorn Leesson — Creator of the Thalsparr Universe. Miss Liz doesn't serve a beverage — she serves real-life changemakers.This Teatime, she serves Bjorn Leesson, creator of the Thalsparr Universe — a storyteller, dreamer, and lifelong explorer proving that curiosity never grows old. From the paranormal to the poetic, Bjorn's imagination reminds us that the world's most extraordinary stories begin with a simple question: “What if?” November 21st, 7 PM EST LIVE on all Miss Liz Teatime platforms. Perfect, for Miss Liz Teatime — Bjorn Leesson is such a fascinating addition to my November lineup! His curious mind, creative depth, and mix of intellect and imagination will bring a wonderfully reflective and slightly mysterious energy to Teatime. His “Forever Exploring Things” fits my brand's theme of awareness, discovery, and inner growth perfectly. TopicForever Exploring Things: Curiosity, Creation, and the Thalsparr Universe IntroductionMiss Liz will pour a cup of curiosity, creativity, and complexity with Bjorn Leesson, the mind behind the Thalsparr Universe — a world born from wonder, history, and endless exploration. A lifelong learner and storyteller from South Carolina, Bjorn has spent decades studying everything from the paranormal to astronomy, from archeology to stock car racing. He calls himself “Forever Exploring Things” — and his imagination proves it. Through Runes of the Dokkrsdottir, the first book in his Thalsparr series, Bjorn invites readers into a universe where discovery is both the journey and the destination. Closing SummaryAs the Teatime closes, Bjorn Leesson will remind us that the world is still full of mystery — if only we stay curious enough to see it. His love for learning and storytelling shows that creativity never retires; it only evolves. Whether through history, stars, or stories, he proves that curiosity isn't a distraction — it's the bridge between the ordinary and the extraordinary.“I'm not complicated — I'm just forever exploring things.” — Bjorn Leesson May tonight's Teatime inspire you to keep asking questions, keep seeking beauty, and keep exploring the stories waiting in your own backyard.#TeatimeWithMissLiz #MissLizsTEE #BjornLeesson #ThalsparrUniverse #RunesoftheDokkrsdottir #ForeverExploringThings #TeachingEducationalAwareness #TranscendEmbraceEnvision #CuriosityAndCreation #RealLifeChangemakers #OneCupAtATime #MissLizTeehttps://thalsparr1891.wixsite.com/home

The Time Riders: Part 14 Visiting old friends, and Nanu discovers hot sauce. Based on a post by BiscuitHammer, in 16 parts. Listen to the Podcast at Explicit Novels. A certain bedroom. If she'd been worried about feeling alone, she wasn't noticing at the moment. There were so many fascinating things around here, all requiring her examination. There was an entire world to explore, after all, and it was apparently much bigger than the one she'd left behind. It was hard to conceive of, really; a world larger than Rome, than the empire, but according to her Mistress, Re-be-kah, she was not going to run out of things to be stunned by. So far, Mistress had been right. Nanu was kneeling on the bed, minutely examining the fabric that made up the soft sheets they'd been sleeping on. She tugged at the material, noticing how it was so tough that she needn't worry about tearing it. She tugged and tugged, giggling with delight when she couldn't wreck it. How clever the people of tomorrow were! She clambered off the bed and walked over to the window. She had only briefly put on any clothes, and that was to see her Mistress to the door as she left for work. Becky had made sure Nanu understood how the front door lock worked before she left. Nanu was only wearing the burning cock-sack garment, the one with the symbol of the musical group Let Zeppli on it, but the second Mistress was gone, she'd shucked it off and scampered around naked, laughing in delight. She'd been so tempted to stand in the window wearing no clothes and shake her nude body at the world, because she promised Mistress she would stay out of trouble, because she didn't want the vigiles coming for her since she'd only just gotten here. Mistress' 'free country' wasn't as free as it sounded, at least in her opinion. The tiny Egyptian girl walked up to the window of the bedroom and leaned on the frame, sighing dreamily as she rested her chin on her arms and gazed out at the world beyond the glass. Trees were starting to be green, and the grass of Mistress' lawn was visible, along with plants that would apparently become lovely flowers. High up in the blue sky, a strange bird flew. It barely moved, just gliding along, and seemed to have an almost cruciform shape. It left a weird trail of white cloud behind. What strange animals there were in the world of tomorrow. She left the window and went into the bathroom, plunking herself down on the commode and peeing, giggling at the sound produced by the material the bowl was made from. Once she was done, she headed downstairs, feeling a mite peckish. She went up to the fridge and opened the door, fascinated by the chill she felt as she leaned in to see what was available. Re-be-kah had left food for her to eat, all prepared and with her name on it, so that she knew what was safe. Seeing as how the ba-lo had made her almost shit herself to death the day before. The parfait was sitting in a bowl, with yummy-looking red and black berries swirled into it, along with a cereal that Mistress had called 'granola'. She took that and then retrieved a few slices of homemade bread from a little wooden container on the counter. Mistress had left some utensils and butter on the table, and even the peanut butter! Nanu loved the peanut butter; she couldn't wait to have it licked off her cunt! Sated some minutes later, Nanu wandered around, examining little things about the house that she hadn't noticed yet. She was careful to not mess with any switches, because she didn't know what all of them did. Apparently they weren't all just for the lights. She jumped up and down on the sturdy long chair, which was apparently called a 'chesterfield', rolled around on the comfy rug, and diddled herself in front of a mirror, cumming loudly and shamelessly. She loved looking at herself while she masturbated, she was so beautiful! Nanu flopped back on the rug, breathing heavily after a lovely climax. Her whole body tingled, and wonderful images of herself and her Mistress fucking floated through her mind. The house was warm, in a way she'd never felt before. Living in the slave quarters, and wearing what amounted to little more than a poorly made sack for clothing, she had often been cold, and rarely warm enough to suit her. This was; wonderful. This new world confused and frightened her, but she also knew she would acclimate, and then she would be warm, well-fed, and she could fuck to her heart's content. She was going to love her new life, she was sure. She hoped Re-be-kah was having as wonderful a day as she was. The Education of Nanu, as 'The Gods Will It'. Mooredale Secondary. Becky sat behind her desk, trying to conceal the way her eyes were spiraling with exasperation and boredom. While not every student in her Physics class was a dunce, only a few of them truly cared and paid attention. Most were just doing what was required to pass. Even if they got great grades, they weren't interested in retaining the material. And then there was one young dunce in particular. She tried not to scowl at Mark, who was zoning out at his desk, looking out the window. She could see even from here that his notes were inadequate. He couldn't claim to be memorizing the material; he had the memory of a goldfish crossed with a sieve. How had he made it into this prestigious high school to begin with? She was ultimately happy he had, of course, since that meant three months from now (from his point of view), he would be taking her on adventures with the Holmes Field Device. But this twerp sitting in front of her wasn't that time traveler yet, was he? He was just some lazy kid who was going to fail her course. Then he'd come back in time to fuck her, and convince her to not fail him. She'd agree, as long as he showed her the time machine and took her on adventures. Looking at him now, she couldn't believe she'd made the agreement. But she had, and now she was stuck passing him. She couldn't get out of it if she tried. She'd solidified her personal future. Fating, as people in the time travel community called it. Once you knew for certain that something factually was going to happen to you down the road, there was nothing you could do to change it, no matter how hard you tried. You might even hurt yourself doing it. Time lock. It was a thing. So if you enjoyed feeling like you were in control of your destiny, then you did your best not to find out what was to happen to you in the future. Loose talk stops clocks, and all that. She looked at Mark again, still trying not to frown. It was so strange to think that this boy, who was weeks away from being eighteen, was the same knucklehead who would be her time-travelling companion. She'd be having sex with him, and they'd be sharing girls in the time stream, including Nanu, who was waiting for her back at home. The Mark in front of her was seventeen, almost eighteen. Time travel made the rules seem so arbitrary, and even dumb sometimes. She couldn't have sex with him right now. She couldn't sext him under her desk right now. It was illegal. Yet somehow, magically, in a few weeks, on a particular day, Mark's upcoming birthday would make him an adult, even though functionally nothing was different about his biology. This Mark didn't know that they were lovers. That they would be lovers, in any event. Like all the other dumb boys in the school, he talked about her being hot, and what he'd do to her, childish boasting and hormonal nonsense. They talked about how she tended to dress rather conservatively, but clearly she had a rocking' bod underneath her clothes. They'd seen her in the school gym a few times. Becky didn't know why she dressed so conservatively, now that she thought of it. There were certainly less attractive teachers on staff who dressed more sexily than she did. Connie Marangos, the English Lit teacher, was shaped like a pear and had a face like a foot, but she somehow managed to dress sexy. What was Becky's excuse? She didn't want to give the horny students any more masturbation material than they already got. Horny teenage boys were annoying. Even Mark was annoying. Would he get better by the time she caught up with him in the future, three months from now? She could hope, but she doubted it. He hadn't exactly proven so thus far on their adventures. Another quiet sigh escaped her as she glanced for a moment in his general direction. She wanted to pin that boy down right now and fuck him, hard. She couldn't, but she wanted to. It bothered her that she was starting to feel a tingle in her needy cunt, and there was nothing she could do about it. She'd have to wait to get home and take out her horny frustrations on Nanu. Not that the Egyptian girl would mind, of course. She thought back about what she and Mark had experienced so far in the time stream. They'd gone to seventeenth century France, gotten in several brawls, and Mark had been fatally shot, only surviving because he wasn't meant to die yet. She'd been kidnapped by Cardinal Richelieu and made a lady-in-waiting to Anne of Austria, and she'd met her own ancestor, the gorgeous, brilliant, and deadly noblewoman Alexandra D'Assaut, who had helped Mark rescue her from the Louvre, and out from right under the nose of the Sun King. Becky might have shot Porthos And might also have kicked Richelieu in the nuts. That sounded so weird, but it had happened. She was there. That, or she was on the world's longest and most intense acid trip. They went to Rome, to participate in a genuine orgy, and they'd met and bought the beautiful slave girl Nanu. The intent had been to set her free, and Becky had even paid gold for her; but Mark screwed everything up by getting arrested for fucking a Vestal Virgin, one of Rome's most sacred priestesses. One thing led to another, and they'd had to rescue him from being skewered by gladiators in the Colosseum, mostly by dropping the roof on the emperor. Mark, or 'Bonosus' as he was known in ancient Rome now, was probably the most notorious criminal in the empire not named Spartacus. It didn't surprise Becky that even in the time stream, everyone wanted to kill Mark. He had that effect on people. They'd finally brought Nanu forward in time with them, since she was hopelessly devoted to them, and leaving her on her own in Rome was dangerous for her, even if she had proof of her manumission. It had been an eventful few days since their arrival back home, with Nanu getting a crash course in the fact that everything wanted to kill her. At least to hear Nanu talk about it. Even common household items were absurdly dangerous for her, and noises that modern people just took for granted drove the younger girl nuts. Food was a big gamble with Nanu. Modern preservatives and nitrates wreaked havoc on her digestive tract, something she couldn't possibly have built any immunity to. To Becky's surprise, Nanu wasn't lactose-intolerant, because as a slave, she'd been given cow's milk, something peasants and slaves subsisted on and normal people were too good for. It was strange to Becky that bovine milk and beef had been considered low-class food back then. They'd probably change their minds if they'd ever had a filet mignon or a good porterhouse. Dumb ancient people. At least Nanu ate everything she possibly could. A yawn from Mark's direction brought her out of her reverie, and she restrained another scowl in his direction. It was nowhere near the first time he'd annoyed her with his lack of interest, but she was getting more irritated with it of late, because she knew what was coming. She had to put up with this. She had to fail him. Because his future self would come back in time and convince her to change his grade. She couldn't just give him a passing grade now to speed things up if she tried. Something would make her fail him. Which he so richly deserved. Why the universe gave this kid a time machine was beyond her. A retarded chimp would have deserved it more, and probably been less of a menace. She couldn't fuck him, not yet. But that didn't mean she couldn't fuck with him, right? "Mr. Simmons," she called in his direction, raising her eyebrow and getting everyone's attention, including his. She called him 'Mark' so regularly now that saying 'Mr. Simmons' seemed strange. "Since you are clearly well ahead of the curriculum, what with having time to yawn and stare out the window, I thought maybe you could explain the differences in the scalar and vector measurements to the class?" "I, uh;” he fumbled, looking worried now. "I;” "Well, go on," she said, gesturing with her hand. "We spent the entire second half of last week on the model, after all. The copious notes you took are still fresh, yes?" "I; that is; uh;” he said, going pale. "Dumbass," laughed one of the other boys from nearby. Several other students laughed, and Mark got pelted with crumpled-up balls of paper for looking like a dolt. Becky didn't bother feeling bad for him, since this had to happen in order for things to work out in the future. That, and the brat deserved it. A girl near the front, one Gina Felton, put her hand up, looking smug. She seemed to have the answers, generally. Becky restrained a sigh as she allowed the brown-haired girl to answer. Gina dutifully recited off the material they'd been given, even offering some explanation along the way to demonstrate that she understood what she'd been taught, not just parroting the lesson. She wasn't as smart as she thought she was, and she'd never be a physicist, but she came from a wealthy WASP family type that was so common in this neighborhood, and she was a kiss-ass to the faculty. Becky would give Gina her passing grade and get rid of her. If only were so easy with Mark. "That's, uh; that was I was gonna say," Mark added once Gina had finished her singsong response. More laughter and mockery was hurled his way. "Okay, enough, people," Becky announced, standing up to get their attention and put an end to the paper projectiles. "Miss Felton, well done. Mr. Simmons, you can stay after class and clean up the room, along with my chalkboards." Becky liked using chalk boards, because one of her two favorite professors in her university years had insisted on using them. It had seemed like magic to her when he'd used them, all these wondrous equations laid out for her, explained thoroughly, and then they were gone, replaced by more fascinating numbers, a guided tour into how the universe worked. Only he could- "Ma'am?" a voice called. "Miss Fischer?" Becky blinked, coming out of yet another reverie. She was beginning to think that maybe she shouldn't be giving Mark shit for doing it, since she kept zoning out during class, thinking about the profs. She and Nanu had a playdate with them later this week at Blackwell Manor, so she'd just have to keep it in her pants until then. "Sorry, I was remembering a lesson," she said, recovering and sitting down again, just in case she leaked through her slacks. Thankfully, they were moments away from the period ending, and she'd be free of these yahoos for another day. "Tomorrow, we'll stick our toes into the concept of Fleming's Left-Hand Rule and its application in electromagnetism. Whether you're working on the Large Hadron Collider, or your grandfather's ancient lawnmower in the future, this is a good thing to understand. Go ahead and get ready, just wait for the bell. Mr. Simmons, the chalkboard awaits your attentions." Yet more razzing at Mark's expense, while Gina just sat at her desk looking smug. As annoying as Mark was, Becky simply did not like Gina Felton. She was eighteen now, and Becky had good reason to suspect that the skinny little broad was carrying on with the History professor, Mr. Browning. The less she knew, the better. Kind of like about her own future. Ah well, she thought as she watched Mark dully begin wiping off the chalkboards and then pounding out the erasers. Not much longer to put up with this, and then the real fun begins. Just show some patience, girl. She somehow refrained from subtly taking a picture of Mark's ass with her phone. "Mistress, you're back!" Nanu chirped as she skipped up to the door, quite naked. "I didn't break anything!" "The fact that you led with that statement makes me suspicious," Becky sighed as she closed the door behind her. She then hung up her blazer on a peg and allowed the Egyptian girl to take her hand and pull her into the house. "Did you eat?" "Yes, Mistress, everything you left for me," Nanu announced proudly. "Nothing left. Did I do well?" "You ate everything I left you for you?" Becky asked, raising an eyebrow. Nanu dragged her into the dining room and gestured grandly at the table. The top was covered in plates, bowls, and containers, along with utensils. Even the peanut butter jar, which had been mostly full this morning, was seemingly licked clean. "Holy shit," Becky mumbled in English, gazing at the table. "You ate absolutely everything." "Did I do right, Mistress?" Nanu asked. What did Becky tell her? That Nanu had eaten the food she'd prepped and was meant to last for a few days? She hadn't exactly been that explicit, because she hadn't thought to tell Nanu that. She'd overlooked how voracious Nanu could be. A lifetime of slavery saw to it that Nanu ate every meal as if it might be her last. Well, that was on Becky. She'd just start again and be more concise next time about her expectations. "I'm proud of you for looking after yourself," she said finally, making the tiny girl beam with delight. "Did you have problems with anything I showed you?" "I played with the water makers a little bit, and practiced washing my hands," Nanu said, waiting impatiently while Becky started removing her work clothes. "Your soap is very different from what my masters used. It smells nice, not like piss." "Maybe because we don't use urine in our soap these days," the blonde observed as she tossed aside her skirt and then began undoing her bra. Nanu, predictably, just watched intently, almost salivating at the thought of her Mistress' tits. "So now you know how to keep yourself clean. Tonight, I'll let you try to work the shower, that way you can use it if I'm not home and you need to wash up." Nanu nodded. "It was awkward trying to get the peanut butter off my cunt. I am very flexible, but even I couldn't reach it all with my tongue. I used a cloth finally. But I tried, Mistress, I really did." "Nobody made you smear the peanut butter on yourself, silly," Becky laughed as she shucked her bra, revealing her lovely tits to Nanu. Then she bent over and peeled off her underwear. "But I'm glad you fed yourself and know how to get clean, my love. It sounds like you had a good day." "There were so many things to do, Mistress," Nanu breathed, enjoying the sight of Becky's hairless cunt. She'd never seen a more perfect cunt. "I was amazed by how strong your sheets are. And I glided up and down the hallway in my socks, and I listened to music and danced;” "I'm so pleased that you worked out the controller for the stereo," Becky cooed, caressing Nanu's cheek. The smaller girl closed her eyes, enjoying the touch before turning her head a little to kiss her Mistress' palm. "What music did you listen to?" "But I am proud to be your lover, and that you're my Mistress," Nanu protested. "And I am proud of you, Nanu," Becky assured her, giving her hands a gentle squeeze. "But just trust me on this, okay? Hearing people called 'Mistress' will be very weird to some of them. I want tonight to be fun, not awkward." Nanu sighed somewhat despondently and nodded. "So I must call you Re-be-kah tonight?" The blonde pondered the matter. "Can you say 'Becky'?" Nanu pursed her lips. "Beh-kee." "That's what all my friends call me," Becky said, pulling Nanu into a hug. It was weird to have their jackets in the way and not be able to feel their tits squashing together. "Except for M-ark," Nanu pointed out, enjoying the hug, even if she couldn't feel her mistress' tits. "He called you 'Beks'." "Well, Mark's an idiot, and he's lucky he's the one with the time machine, or I would flunk him into eternity," Becky muttered, preferring to not think about the bane of her academic existence. "Asshat." "Ass-hat;” Nanu repeated. "Mark is an ass-hat?" She's like a toddler, Becky thought, making a note to watch her language. She retains all the naughty words she shouldn't know. "Let's go, Noah Webster," Becky sighed, standing up again. "Your chariot awaits;” The Gardiner Expressway, heading south. Nanu was indeed turned sideways in her seat, despite the seatbelt, her face plastered to the window as she gaped in awe at the scenery that sped by. Aside from the endless metal monsters that were running with them or in the opposite direction, there were also tall buildings and houses, bright lights on tall posts, and even giant bridges that they went under and didn't fall on their heads! Nanu was too astonished to remember to be frightened of everything. Becky smiled as she drove, pleased that Nanu was distracted and not cowering in fear. Not that she would blame her. It had taken some convincing to get her into the car at all, but once she discovered how comfy the seats were, she warmed up to the idea quickly enough. Becky buckled her into her seat and even let Nanu honk the horn once before they pulled out. Nanu yelped in shock at the loud sound, but then clapped in delight, realizing that she could (if allowed) control the beast's roar. She took it slow at first, driving at a virtual crawl through her neighborhood, letting Nanu get a feel for the movement of the car. She was going places, but her legs weren't doing any of the work. It was like being in a palanquin or a chariot, only completely enclosed. The roar of something called an 'engine' surrounded her, replacing the clatter of iron-bound wooden wheels and horse hooves. It was almost twilight, and the lights on the tall posts glared brightly, making Nanu shield her eyes occasionally. She could see people in their own metal beasts, men and women, often with children riding along in the seats behind. She smiled brightly and waved back at one little girl who had seen her and waved to her. "We are going so fast," she breathed, almost wrenching her neck as she tried to watch cars whip by in the opposite direction. "Nobody in the world has ever gone as fast as this, I'll bet." Becky thought about that, realizing Nanu was probably right. She was going just over seventy kilometers per hour at the moment, but that was faster than anything had ever gone until locomotive engines came on the scene, once again in the mid-nineteenth century. It may have seemed slow to her, but it was light speed to Nanu. "Oh, we can go a lot faster than this, Nanu," she said casually, enjoying her lover's innocent wonder at everything. "Go faster!" Nanu urged in excitement. "Go faster than all the other metal beasts! Shame them!" "; except for maybe that one;” she added in a faltering tone as a red Ferrari whipped by, the roaring noise of its engine filling the interior of Becky's car. "How do you make the beast go faster, Mistress? I do not see reins or a whip." "It's not alive, remember? It's just a machine, a bunch of parts put together to make a mechanism," Becky answered, knowing most of this would go over Nanu's head. "I control its speed with the pedals at my feet, and which way it goes with this wheel in my hand." "Can we go faster and leave all these other beasts behind?" Becky smiled. "Not right now, my love. There are laws about how fast you're allowed to go when there are lots of other cars around. It prevents accidents." "But what could hurt us?" Nanu asked. "The beast is metal, we are surrounded by all this metal. We are invincible." "If we hit or got hit by another car, the metal won't protect us entirely," Becky pointed out, thinking that maybe she'd show Nanu some car crash safety videos, put the fear of the car gods into her. And if we hit a person, we'd pretty much kill them at this speed." Nanu thought about that. "But we'd be okay, right?" Becky sighed and resisted the urge to turn the car around. The Malted Cat, thirty minutes later. "Hi, everyone, sorry we're late," Becky called out, waving as she headed to the table where everyone was already gathered. "You know this time of night on the Gardiner, traffic was a bitch." "Bitch;” Nanu parroted, but was too far away still for anyone to hear her aside from Becky. Nanu was looking around at the establishment, which didn't remind her of any tabernus she'd ever seen before. This was loud and chaotic, with people everywhere and what might have been music blaring. People were wearing so many different outfits, some of which were almost nonexistent to Nanu. They walked up to the table, where five other people, three women, and two men, were already sitting. A few of them had the same straw-colored hair as her mistress. Two of the women were skinny, one was rather fat. One of the men was skinny and balding. She doubted he got fucked very often. Becky stopped at the table, with Nanu beside her. "Everyone, this is Nanu, she's staying with me." "Hi," Nanu said, holding up a hand and remembering the greeting word that people used in En-gush. "Hi." "Hello," they all said back pleasantly, smiling at her. She liked the fact that they greeted her and hadn't noticed she was a slave. Or at least, had been. Sometimes she worried it clung to her like a stench she would never be rid of. At least they'd brought her manumission documents with them from Rome to this world of tomorrow, just in case she had to prove it. "Nanu, let me introduce my friends and co-workers," Becky said in Latin, before pointing to people. "This is Kay, that's Shirley, this is Annie, that's Steve, and this is Ed." "What were you speaking to her just now?" Ed asked, seeming curious. He was the balding one. "Latin," Becky replied as room was made for them at the table, with Steve pulling up two more chairs. "She doesn't speak English, and I don't speak her native language, so we communicate in Latin." Becky's friends all looked at one another quizzically, but then realized that none of them spoke Latin. Becky would be interpreting all night. Frankly, that was just fine with Becky, since it allowed her to control things where Nanu was concerned. "Nanu-nanu!" Steve said to the new guest, holding his hand out sideways, fingers splayed apart in twos. Nanu seemed confused before she spread her own fingers tentatively and then slid them into Steve's, who grinned and began shaking up and down gently. "Good to meet you!" "Steve, I'm not drunk enough for Mork and Mindy jokes yet," Becky sighed, settling Nanu in a chair while the smaller girl looked at her hand curiously, still held open the way he'd shown her. What was that supposed to mean? Was it one of the standard greetings of this age? Then she started noticing small details, both of her new associates, and around the place. Her eyes widened when she saw a tattoo on the arm of the fat woman, Shir-lee. Then she noticed one on Steve. She looked around and saw that many people around this club had tattoos. She looked at Becky with concern. "So many people," she said quietly, hoping only Becky heard her. "They have stigma (tattoos). Some of your friends have them! Are we surrounded by criminals?" Becky thought about that for a moment and then shook her head. "No, Nanu. In my world, tattoos are just art. There have been times in the past where criminals or people considered undesirable have been branded, but this isn't a thing anymore. People wear tattoos because they mean something to them, or they're just art." Nanu sighed in relief. "I somehow avoided getting a tattoo or branded as a Flavian slave, I was lucky. Most of the other slaves had them, I found it humiliating." "Is she okay, Becks?" Annie asked curiously. "She looks a little spooked." Becky smiled and nodded. "The tattoos all around her freaked her out. Where she comes from, tattoos are brands on slaves or criminals and law-abiding citizens don't get them." "Well, I like to think I'm a bad girl," Shirley said in a sassy tone and wearing a wicked smile. "And I've got another tattoo in another place that'd prove it, for sure." This drew laughter from her friends, and she rolled onto one cheek subtly and patted the other one. Annie popped Shirley on the ass, making her squeak and more there was laughter around the table. "So, Nanu," Kay began, smiling across the table at her. Becky was on one side of Nanu, and Ed was on the other. Nanu almost needed a booster chair to sit at the table. Thankfully, the bouncer at the door had accepted her identification, even if he seemed skeptical at first. No doubt having Becky there helped. "Do you want a beer, honey?" Nanu knew she was being asked a question and looked at Becky, who translated. "Cervisia. Do you want one?" Nanu wrinkled her nose in distaste. "That is a barbarian's drink! I am civilized." "You thought cow's meat was barbaric until the other day too," Becky pointed out. "Now I can't keep you out of it. Your ancestors made beer before they discovered wine, you know. At least try it, it's polite. Do you remember what I told you about how to respond if someone offers you something?" Nanu looked at Kay and spoke slowly. "Please an-du fank you." Kay looked delighted and ordered beers for Nanu and Becky. The Egyptian girl settled in and just listened quietly while the conversation picked up around her. Becky had told her that she was free to simply listen, or look around the bar. If someone addressed Nanu, Becky would tell her. Nanu was more than happy to just sit quietly and observe. Beer arrived, with a tall pint glass for Becky, and a half-pint for Nanu. She frowned at her smaller glass. "Why did I get the child drink?" Becky almost laughed while Nanu seemed to glare at the golden liquid and the tiny bubbles. "First of all, children aren't allowed to drink beer because of the alcohol. Second, I got you a smaller glass in case you don't like it. Less goes to waste." Nanu glanced at Becky now. "So if I don't like it, I don't just smash the glass on the floor and demand a different drink I like?" Becky blinked. "No, darling. We are very respectful to our servers at all times." "But they are nobody." "Nanu, just; trust me on this, okay?" Becky almost pleaded. "Always be polite, always. When it time to not be polite, I'll let you know, I promise." "Fine," Nanu sighed, picking up the glass with both hands and tilting it so that she could take a sip while everyone watched. Her eyes widened and she put the glass back down on the table, her cheeks bulging as she looked at Becky in panic. "Swallow," Becky instructed. "It's fine." Hesitantly, the tiny girl swallowed and then gasped rather loudly and dramatically. "It is so cold, but it burns!" "You didn't mind when the pop was fizzing in your mouth," Becky said. "The pop was sweet. This is; why is this beer? It doesn't taste like beer at all!" "It's beer, I promise you, just that we make it differently than they did in your time." "Is she okay?" Steve asked, watching Nanu curiously. They all were, in fact. "She's never had beer like that before," Becky explained. "She only just tried pop for the first time the other day." "You said she's from Egypt?" Shirley queried. "Is she Muslim and she's not allowed to have alcohol?" "Trust me, she's not Muslim," Becky assured her co-worker while Nanu eyed her beer suspiciously. "She was a slave most of her life, and she has very limited experience with, well, just about anything. We're taking it slow, but I want her to see what her new life is all about and has to offer." "Would she like wine instead?" Kay asked. "No, let her figure this out," Becky replied, going back to her own beer. "I have yet to find anything she won't eat or drink, so give her a bit." Becky knew she'd have to get some food in Nanu before long, because Nanu's alcohol tolerance might be perilously low, especially on what was essentially an empty stomach. She'd let Nanu pick whatever sounded good, and just deal with the consequences later. There was only so easy she could make this for her. Her body needed to adapt to modern cuisine sooner or later, right? The conversation began again, mostly everyone venting about their stupid students and the idiotic things they said, did, or turned in. Every once in a while, someone asked Nanu something, and Becky translated, letting Nanu respond as best she could. But mostly, they simply adhered to Becky's rule of letting the new girl observe and listen. "I swear, this one girl is a complete moron," Annie groused. "Any of you have Angie Staples in any of your classes?" Nanu heard several of them moan and roll their eyes, almost slumping back in their chairs. They began griping about something or someone, repeating a word that sounded like a name. It reminded her of how her mistress complained about M-ark. "Hey, she's not a bigger dolt than Simmons," Becky pointed out. "That boy is hopeless in my class. If he made any less effort, he'd forget to breathe." "At least he's cute," Kay said, making Annie and Shirley laugh. "I'd totally fuck Mark if he was legal." At the mention of the name 'Mark' and the word 'fuck', Nanu perked up just slightly and then looked at Becky. And this was not lost on the other women. "Why did she just look at you when I mentioned fucking Simmons?" Kay asked, looked at Becky now. "I; no; Fischer, no;” "What?" Becky said rather defensively. "Rebecca Fischer, are you doing things with that boy?" Kay pressed, smiling slyly. Annie and Shirley's eyes lit up excitedly, whereas Ed and Steve remained silent, trying to not look put out. "Are you nuts?" Becky said rather more loudly than she should have. "He's my student!" "He's all of our students, and the only thing he's good at is Phys Ed," Annie laughed. "He's turning out to be a hunk, I saw him running track in the gymnasium with no shirt the other day. Kay's right, none of us would blame you if you were getting it in from him." "I assure you, I am not getting it in from that dough-head sitting in my classroom," Becky said firmly. It was technically true, if only because the Mark sitting in her classroom hadn't fucked her yet. "So why did Nanu look at you so suddenly?" Kay pressed, not willing to concede the point just yet. "She's heard me complaining about how abso-fucking-lutely useless he is in my class," Becky explained, which was also technically true. "He's failing harder than a SCUD missile. Makes me crazy." "I'd go crazy on him," Shirley quipped, smiling slyly behind her beer glass while Kay and Annie burst out laughing again. Becky sighed and shook her head, but at least she seemed to have deflected that particular line of inquiry. Despite Kay's contentions in private about her proclivities, most people believed Rebecca Fischer to be a prudish nun stuck in a porn star's body. Only this small crew ever saw her let her hair down, like tonight. Garlic bread, mozzarella sticks, and wings arrived at the table as an appetizer, and Becky encouraged Nanu to try everything. The teachers all watched in astonishment as she tried each of the items and then began devouring them in rapid succession. "Guess I'm buyin' this round of appetizers," Becky said, shaking her head as she watched her charge annihilate the food. "I'll buy the next round too, just to make sure everyone gets something." "Oh, I'm buyin' her a round as well, just to keep watching," Annie said in fascination while Nanu mowed through the appetizers like the Tasmanian Devil. "Do you ever feed her, Becks?" "I told you, she was literally a slave in her old life, and she eats everything in sight as a defensive measure," Becky sighed. "She's not being rude, I promise. I've literally watched her eat a pound of bologna and empty a full jar of peanut butter." "Ba-lo;” Nanu managed to mumble through a mouth full of biomass as she kept storming the appetizers. Everyone was enjoying watching, even if they had to wait for their own shares to arrive again. She also kept sipping at her beer, seeming to have dropped her objections to it. Becky realized she might actually need help from the time stream to keep this girl fed. Nanu had pretty much polished off all her food when the second round of appetizers arrived. She eyed Steve's basket of wings hungrily. He saw her staring and gestured to the steaming heap of saucy poultry. "Want to try one?" "Nanu, darling," Becky said, holding up a hand to interrupt. "You might find that' But Nanu had already stripped most of the meat off the tiny bones of one wing by the time Becky had begun to object. She was chewing away when she paused on her eyes went wide. "Steve, you jerk," Becky said, scowling at her co-worker while Nanu started trembling while still chewing, her face turning red and her eyes starting to water. "She doesn't know what suicide sauce is." Nanu had her forehead pressed against the table and was thumping her little fist against the surface, still resolutely chewing, even as she whimpered and moaned in pain. "Gotta admire her pluck, though," Kay mused, watching the tiny girl try not to writhe. "I didn't know she couldn't handle it," Steve protested. "Don't they have hot food where she comes from?" "See if I ever sub for you the next time you need a day off," grumbled the blonde, patting Nanu on the back gently while calling over a server. Fifteen minutes and a gallon of milk later. "I can't believe she ate all my wings," Steve murmured, watching Nanu polish off the last wing while staring directly at him defiantly. "A whole pound, I got like, one." "Serves you right," Becky grunted, making sure Nanu had lots of wet wipes and used them regularly in case she tried to rub her eyes. Milk wouldn't help then. "I can't believe she's still eating them," Annie said, watching with morbid fascination. "I mean, you can see they still hurt her, but she won't quit." "Now that she knows milk dulls the fire, she doesn't have to," Becky sighed, also watching while eating her own honey-garlic wings. Nanu had stolen half of those, too. The only reason Shirley and Kay's food was (mostly) safe was because Nanu was too short to reach across the table. "And she's mad at Steve, so she's making a point." She knew that she and Nanu could both regret this in a few hours, that Nanu might be up all night again in the bathroom, but apparently she was willing to risk that to get the message across; don't fuck with Nanu Tehemet. Nanu polished off the wings and then knocked back several glasses of milk Becky had lined up for her, followed by her beer. She put the last down and let out a thunderous belch that echoed around the area. Everyone's eyes widened at the noise, except for Becky, who just shook her head. People at other tables looked over, perplexed that someone so small could release such a giant noise. Annie cleared her throat. "Well, I; I hear that in some Middle Eastern cultures, burping is a sign that a person appreciates the food they were served." Nanu patted her chest with her little fist and sighed happily. "Nanu," Shirley said, getting her attention directly. She gestured to her shirt and then at Nanu's. "I like your shirt." Nanu realized what the fat woman was talking about and then beamed happily, thrusting her chest forward and thumbing at the logo. "Let Zeppli!" "Do you like them, honey?" Shirley asked. Becky translated and Nanu nodded eagerly. "Let Zeppli!" "I like them too," Shirley said, pleased to be connecting with the exotic foreign girl. "Shirley says she likes Led Zeppelin too," Becky explained, leaning in to be heard over all the noise. The karaoke had begun, and they were near the stage. "The fat one likes Zeppli?" Nanu asked, shocked. "Is she allowed?" "Nanu!" Becky gasped, bursting into snickers. "You can't just comment about people's weight like that!" "What's funny, Becks?" Annie asked, curious. Becky was still snickering as she tried to wave it off. "Pretty sure Nanu thinks only she's allowed to like Zeppelin. And maybe I'm allowed. Pop culture still eludes her." "Well, she's got the hot wings and big tits part down already, I'd say she's halfway there," Kay quipped, making everyone laugh. Shirley had excused herself from the table for a moment. More food was ordered, along with beer or cocktails, and the gripe session continued about what complete morons the kids of this day and age were becoming. And the ones that weren't morons were completely unlikable. "So how long is she stayin' with you?" Kay asked as she watched Nanu attack the jalapeno poppers. "For the foreseeable future, really," Becky answered. "Like I said, she was a slave back home, she has no life to return to, and it was borderline Stone Age subsistence. I can't just let her go, or turn her over to the system, she'll die. She knows nothing. I'm doing what I can to help her adapt and learn about her new world. One day, she'll be fine." "That's really noble of you, Rebecca," Ed stated, getting his share of an onion blossom before Nanu saw it and murdered it. "But it could be years. I'm not trying to make her sound like a pet dog, but this could be a long commitment on your part. How did you even meet her?" "Honestly?" Becky said, having a rehearsed answer already. She'd tried to anticipate as many questions as possible for tonight. "I met her in Rome. That's where I managed to get her out of her slavery life." "Wow, Becks, you have like a whole secret agent life goin' on," Annie said, sounding impressed. "When the heck did you even go to Rome?" "It seems like ages ago," Becky said rather evasively. "Frankly, things have been crazy of late and I almost can't keep track without a time machine." A round of laughter from her friends, and Becky heaved a sigh of relief. She didn't expect anyone to be making inquiries, but the fewer questions, the better. Nanu seemed oblivious, noshing away happily on more pub grub and seeming determined to try everything. She'd just plowed through the calamari Annie had bought for her. "Hey, everyone!" called a voice from the stage, sounding tinny over a microphone. Becky looked up and saw Shirley standing on stage, smiling at them all. "I'm dedicating this number to a new friend I met tonight, I hope she likes it! Nanu, this one's for you!" Nanu looked up at the mention of her name, right before the music began, blaring through the bar's speakers all around them. Her eyes flashed in excitement as she looked at Becky, grabbing her hands. "Zeppli! Zeppli!!!" she squeaked, bouncing up and down in her seat. "Yes, my love," Becky laughed. "Shirley is about to sing a Zeppelin song for you, and it's the one you know already." Nanu clapped and squealed some more, bouncing up and down in her seat as she watched the fat woman begin to sing. "Let me take you to the movie, Can I take you to the show, Let me be yours ever truly, Can I make your garden grow?" "Nanu, you should go up and dance," Becky suggested, bumping and gyrating in her seat. "I'm sure Shirley would love it." "Really, Mistress?" Nanu gasped, his features alight with eagerness. She'd forgotten to call her Mistress by her name, but nobody seemed to notice. "Just make sure you keep your clothes on, okay?" Becky warned, trying to sound serious, but winking at her lover. "Go have fun." Nanu was out of her seat like a shot and scrambling up onstage before she began to dance around, just like Becky had shown her. Everyone at the table hooted and cheered while Shirley laughed, still between stanzas. While Nanu bounced and wiggled around the stage, the teacher started singing again. The pneumatic effect Nanu's movement had on her body held everyone spellbound. Her jeans were snug enough to show off her amazing ass, and her Zeppelin shirt was stretched tight across her ample tits, which jiggled continuously. "From the Houses of the Holy, We can watch the white doves go, From the door comes Satan's daughter, And it only goes to show, that you know!" Becky laughed gaily as she watched, clapping along. She couldn't believe how well this was going! Nanu was having a blast, and even if she was going to be shitting herself all night because of the hot wings Steve had let her eat, it was a small price to pay to see the Egyptian girl absolutely radiant and doing what she did best, dancing. They'd have to do this more often, as long as she kept Nanu safe. Not that this bar was dangerous, of course. "There's an angel on my shoulder, In my hand a sword of gold, Let me wander in your garden, And the seeds of love I'll sow, you know!" Nanu spun and pranced around the stage, lost in the joy of her dancing. She never felt more alive than when she was dancing, even when she was fucking. Or at least very rarely, and pretty much never when she'd been a slave. This new world and new life were going to teach her so many wonderful new things! She stopped dancing for a moment, breathing heavily in excitement as she just watched Shirley sing, standing close enough to understand that she was singing into some little thing that looked like a black cock and made her voice echo all around the room. "So the world is spinning faster, Are you dizzy when you stall? Let the music be your master, Will you heed the master's ca" In her mounting excitement, Nanu had grabbed the microphone out of Shirley's hands and was now closing her eyes and singing into it with all her heart. "Ah; Wa-Oh-Gur-Oah! Or-Nyu-Wo-Ah!" The entire audience was just watching in confused and then stunned silence as Nanu wailed discordantly into the microphone, assaulting everyone's ears with the blistering noise she was making. Eventually, even the recording of the Zeppelin song was halted, and Nanu was screeching to a silent space. Realizing the music had ended, she opened her eyes and then paused, seeing everyone gaping at her. But then a group at one large table right next to the one she'd been sitting at burst into derisive laughter, jeering and mocking her, apparently imitating the sounds she'd been making, and also flailing their limbs about like they were having seizures. Their faces were screwed up, made to look like the cursed child jesters that the Roman elite kept at their courts and made fun of. They were making fun of her! "Hey, someone get the retard off the stage!" guffawed one man, still mocking her by slapping a limp hand and forearm against his chest and making the stupid face. His buddies howled with laughter as he imitated her sound again. Until he was spun in his chair and Becky's fist slammed across his jaw, snapping his head to the right and knocking him out cold. Everyone at the table went very still, not daring to move as Becky glared at them all, her blue eyes flashing menacingly. "Anyone else?" she challenged. The men all stayed silent, not daring to say a word of move a muscle. "That's what I thought," she growled, standing up now and looking down at them in contempt. "Fucking cowards." She looked over at the door and caught the attention of the bouncer on shift, an imposing guy named Jake. She tilted her head at the idiot she'd just coldcocked, and he nodded, knowing he was about to clear out that table and make them take their unconscious friend home. He'd seen Becky drop guys before, and it was always justified. If she hadn't dealt with them for mocking the screaming girl, he might have. Thankfully, it was seen to. "C'mon, honey," Becky said, walking up to the stage and removing the mic from Nanu's hands, while she just stared at her Mistress, seemingly frozen. "Shirley, take over, will you?" Shirley nodded and got another song going, beginning to sing again while Becky led Nanu back to her seat. Around the bar, things had returned to normal. Nanu still seemed silent and very out of sorts. Becky sat her down and took her hands, smiling at her. "I'm sorry, honey," she said softly, caressing the crestfallen girl's cheek. "What they did was wrong. He deserved to get punched, I promise you." Nanu looked up at her now, perplexed. "Am I; am I that awful to listen to, Mistress?" Becky apparently hesitated a split second too long, because Nanu seemed aghast at the lack of response. "I am terrible! Please, Mistress, tell me! How bad am I? Be honest." A deep breath as Becky composed her thoughts. "Truth, Nanu?" The Egyptian girl nodded nervously. "You; well, it; it sounded like a cat getting run over by a chariot with knives for wheels," Becky confessed, blushing while the other teachers looked on, having a fairly good idea what was happening, even if none of them spoke Latin. She smiled somewhat wanly. "Maybe; just stick to dancing, okay? You're so very good at that, after all;” Nanu slumped back in her chair, seemingly in disbelief, even failing to notice the table right next to them getting cleared out by the bouncer. She stared off into space for some seconds, not even noticing the other Zeppelin song that Shirley was now singing. "I'm terrible," she murmured to herself. "Cats getting murdered sounds better than me singing;” She then blinked and looked at Becky, seemingly her normal self. "Oh well. May I have more food and another beer now?" Becky laughed in relief and nodded. No trauma seemed to affect Nanu for too long. She always had food and fucking to retreat to. She ordered more hot wings, knowing Nanu felt she had even more to prove now. An hour later. "So you seemed like you had a good time, hmm?" Becky mentioned as she drove north on the Gardiner, taking them home. It was quite dark out, and she hoped against hope that Nanu wouldn't be up all night in the bathroom, or that she wanted to stay awake and fuck, because Becky had to work in the morning. "I did, Mistress," Nanu replied, nodding as she sat in her seat. She wasn't turned sideways with her face plastered to the window, watching the world race by. In fact, she was sitting rather placidly, her eyes somewhat unfocused. "And the food was all so good. And I think I'm drunk." Becky smiled. "We'll deal with that when we get home. I'm glad you enjoyed yourself. Should we do it again?" "Can we?" Nanu gasped in delight, seemingly excited. "Let's do it every night!" "Not every night," laughed the blonde. "I can't afford to go out to eat and drink every night. But if you're good, maybe we'll make a treat of it once a week. There are lots of other places to try as well." "As long as assholes don't make fun of me for singing," Nanu sniffed, determined to not get over being impugned. "I hope they dumped him behind the building and people walking by just put their dicks in his mouth while he was sleeping." Becky smirked. Nanu clearly had a vengeful streak in her. Not that she blamed her, mind. Nanu had to simply watch while Becky meted out the punishment. She doubted Nanu was capable of inflicting any real damage on people who slighted her. "Do you think you can teach me to drive this beast, Mistress?" the tiny woman asked. "That's a long way off, honey," Becky replied. Hell, she doubted Nanu could see over the dashboard and reach the pedals at the same time. "Let's conquer walking properly in running shoes before moving on to wheeled death machines, shall we?" Nanu huffed and crossed her arms, looking put out. "I wouldn't run down THAT many people;” she muttered. Becky's home, half an hour later. They managed to close the front door behind them before they fell to their knees, arms wrapped around one another and kissing hungrily. They moaned as they began removing their clothes, swallowing each other's tongues. Earlier, Becky had hoped to make it through the night without any romantic interludes because she had to work tomorrow, but in the car, Nanu had started being naughty, reaching over and rubbing Becky's crotch or fondling her tits. It also didn't help when she shimmied down her jeans and began fingering her cunt, teasing Becky and nearly causing her to drift off the road more than once. A trucker had cruised by them, looking down at them from his cab. Nanu had lifted her shirt to show off her tits, as well as stroking her nether lips plainly for him to see. He'd honked his horn loudly in approval, despite the late hour. And Becky was obviously hornier than she'd been willing to admit, and she couldn't even blame it on alcohol, since she'd only had two beers and one cosmopolitan. No, she just wanted to fuck, and Nanu

Asparagus risotto with spring onions and rocket Cook time: 30-40 minutes Prep time: 10 minutes Serves: 6 650-750ml vegetable stock, heated 1 onion, finely chopped 4 cloves garlic, crushed 2 Tbsp sunflower oil 1 cup Arborio rice 2 cups white wine 100 gm butter 1 cup finely grated fresh Parmesan 1 bunch asparagus 1 cup chopped spring onions 1/2 cup chopped fresh rocket Shaved Parmesan to serve Bring a large pot of salted water to the boil and get a large bowl of ice with a bit of water ready. Drop the asparagus into the boiling water for 30 seconds, remove quickly and plunge into the iced water to stop cooking quickly. Once cool, drain and slice into 3cm rounds. Heat a large pot with the oil and sauté the onions and garlic. Add in the rice and cook on high for a minutes while stirring. This is a very important part of hardening the rice. Add the wine to remove the heat from the pot but will steam a lot. Once the wine has reduced to very little, gradually start to add the hot stock, you can go 2 cups, then 1 cup then 1/2 a cup until the rice is al dente. Or firm to the tooth. Turn of the heat and stir in the butter and the grated parmesan. Add the blanched asparagus, spring onions and the rocket and stir to combine. Serve with some shaved parmesan. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Teatime with Miss Liz serves Kate Assaraf, Founder of DIP & Sustainability Disruptor. Miss Liz doesn't serve a beverage — she serves real-life changemakers.This Teatime, she serves Kate Assaraf, founder of DIP, the rebellious, sustainability-forward haircare brand redefining beauty without plastic or pretense. From breaking industry rules to building a community-powered business, Kate proves that you can be fierce, funny, and eco-smart—without selling out. November 20th, 7 PM EST LIVE on all Miss Liz Teatime platforms. Perfect, for Miss Liz Teatime — Kate Assaraf will bring a firecracker mix of truth, humour, and purpose to my Teatime table. Her energy, rebellious sustainability, and deep care for community perfectly complement my own mission of transformation and teaching awareness through authenticity. Topic: Redefining Beauty and Business: Reinvention, Rebellion, and Real Sustainability . Introduction Miss Liz will pour a cup of laughter, leadership, and liberation with Kate Assaraf, founder of DIP—a sustainability-forward haircare company rewriting the rules of beauty and business. After witnessing how the industry sold perfection instead of truth, Kate built DIP as a rebellion: no plastic, no paid influencers, and no manipulation—just high-performing, honest products made for real people.Named NJ Mompreneur of the Year and honoured by Oprah in 2025 for creating the Best Conditioner Bar for Curly Hair, Kate proves that sustainability isn't just an environmental choice—it's a mindset of resilience, reinvention, and radical honesty.She's not just redefining beauty. She's rebuilding the way we see ourselves and each other. Closing Summary As Teatime closes, Kate Assaraf reminds us that real beauty isn't filtered—it's fearless. Her journey from marketing executive to sustainability activist shows what's possible when you trade pretense for purpose and convenience for community.“You can care for the planet, your business, and yourself—all at once. You just have to stop asking permission.” — Kate AssarafMay tonight's Teatime remind you that reinvention is an act of courage, and that every choice—no matter how small—has the power to disrupt the world for good.#TeatimeWithMissLiz #MissLizsTEE #KateAssaraf #DipAlready #SustainableBeauty #ReinventionActivist #RealisticSustainablePeople #TeachingEducationalAwareness #TranscendEmbraceEnvision #RealLifeChangemakers #OneCupAtATime #MissLizTee #WomenInBusiness #EcoFriendlyLeadership

In this episode, Paul sits down with Chris DiBella, Founder and CEO of DiBella Law Offices, a nationally recognized personal injury firm known as much for its results as its humanity. Chris shares how he built a multi-office, high-growth firm by putting people at the center of every decision, from clients and staff to the communities he serves.Chris breaks down why empathy is the most underrated business skill in law, and how training his team to “listen before they litigate” has become DiBella Law's competitive edge. He explains the measurable outcomes of a client-first culture, happier clients, stronger referrals, and dramatically lower staff turnover, and recounts powerful moments when understanding a client's emotional state fundamentally changed strategy and even improved case outcomes.Chris also walks through his journey from solo practitioner to scalable brand, including the mindset shift from being the lawyer who does everything to becoming the leader who builds systems, culture, and trust.Looking ahead, Chris shares his perspective on the evolving legal landscape: why the future is tech-enabled, not tech-driven, and how AI and automation should enhance, not replace,  the human touch. Finally, he discusses why community engagement isn't just goodwill; it's a smart, long-term brand strategy.Whether you're in law, leadership, or any service business, this conversation offers a powerful blueprint for growth rooted in empathy, process, and genuine human connection.Visit them at https://dibellalawoffice.com "

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The Art of Consulting Podcast – Episode Transcript Hosts: Andy Fry & Cat Lam Episode Topic: Non-Disclosure Agreements and the Power of Keeping Information Confidential [00:00 – Intro Music] Andy Fry & Cat Lam (together): Welcome to the Art of Consulting Podcast with Andy Fry and Cat Lam. We are seasoned IT consultants, CPAs, and professional-development connoisseurs. Each episode we bring you an inspiring message to help you discover that X-factor as a professional in your field so you can gain the success you know you deserve in your career and in your life. [00:15] Andy Fry: Hey everybody, today I want to talk about non-disclosure agreements and keeping information close to our chest. One of the things that, as a consultant, you've either already signed or you will sign—especially if you're new to consulting—is a non-disclosure agreement, or what's commonly called an NDA. It really is a confidentiality agreement that says you're not going to share information that is not already public with people who shouldn't have it. Publicly traded companies require this because if you have access to their financials, or you're in meetings where they're about to disclose material non-public information, you possess something valuable. If you start talking to other people, sharing that privately, or—worse—publicly, you can be sued, fired, or face a whole range of consequences depending on the severity. Most NDAs are signed purely for protection; you sign it, you agree not to share, and most of us never have to worry about it day-to-day. But the broader concept of confidentiality is absolutely critical in consulting—and, honestly, in our personal lives too. [01:10] The number-one reason it matters? We're trying to prove we're trustworthy. Trust is a huge thing for me. I even wrote a book called The Trust Paradigm (there are actually three books with that title, but mine's the one with Andy Fry on the cover). I wrote it because I wanted to figure out: What is trust? How do you build it? How do you measure it? As consultants, we prove trustworthiness through integrity—making sure the information we hear isn't used for our own benefit. "Our own benefit" can be financial (classic corporate espionage—yes, it happens at the corporate level too, not just governments). Or, more commonly, it's the ego boost of feeling important because we "know something" and get to tell it. [02:05] I've always treated any confidentiality agreement as lifelong. I have clients I haven't worked with in years. The information I learned back then—probably all public by now—but there could still be context, reasons behind decisions, who said what about letting someone go or selling a division… I view that NDA as in perpetuity. I'm never going to talk about it. I recommend everyone adopt that mindset. I actually had a client bring me into a highly sensitive project with only a handful of people in the loop. They told me point-blank: "We're bringing you in because you've proven in the past you don't share things you hear." They still made me sign another NDA. I signed it and said, "Just so you know—when I sign this, I treat it as forever." [03:00] Organizations can and do test for leaks. At high-clearance levels it's obvious, but even regular companies sometimes plant slightly different versions of the same information to see who's talking. So ask yourself with every piece of information: Is this my story to tell? I once had a family member share something very personal that was happening with my immediate family—me, my wife, and our two kids. It wasn't their story. I told them, "That wasn't yours to tell." It hurt because it showed a lack of boundary awareness. [03:45 – Personal story – Calgary street encounter] I was walking in Calgary for a client, and a friend's wife comes out of an apartment building that definitely wasn't where they lived. Eyes got big, I nodded, kept walking. I spent the next week wondering, "Do I tell my friend?" A week later he called laughing: "Hey, I heard you ran into [wife's name]. She was visiting a friend who lives there and couldn't remember your name in the moment." We both laughed—she thought I kept walking because I suspected something, and I kept walking because I didn't want to accidentally say the wrong thing. Moral: We often don't have the full picture. [04:40] As consultants we're paid for what we know. Having "extra" information can make us feel powerful, special, in the know. But watch high-performing executives in a room—they speak very little. Top performers are extremely discreet about what they share and with whom. That's the behavior we want to model. [05:10 – Early-career story – drinks with another consultant] Over 25 years ago I was out for drinks. Another consultant bragged they'd just signed a big staff-augmentation deal with a health authority that was actually going to replace a bunch of internal employees. I had a close friend who worked there. I was torn—do I warn him? A senior consultant gave me great advice: You care about your friend—that's valid. You don't actually know if the rumor is true or the full intent. Even if you tell him, what do you expect him to do? Quit? Confront his boss? Live in paranoia waiting for the axe? Sometimes "sharing because we care" just offloads worry onto someone else. [06:10 – Practical tips for everyday confidentiality] Speakerphone etiquette: If you're on speaker and others can hear, announce who's in the room (or the car). I don't want to swear or share sensitive info if your 7-year-old (or anyone) is listening. Recorded meetings / Zoom / Teams: Once it's recorded or transcribed, you no longer control that file. Assume anything said can be forwarded. Sharing with spouse or significant other: It's normal to need to vent, but sanitize the details. Leave out names, specific identifiers, anything that could accidentally get repeated at the next dinner party. Doctor/therapist analogy: You wouldn't want your doctor or therapist going home and giving your spouse a play-by-play with your name attached. Treat client info the same way. Assume you live in a small town where everyone knows everyone. That mindset keeps you safe. [07:30 – Closing] If you're new to consulting, this is one of the most important professional habits you can build. If you're seasoned, it's a friendly reminder. Keeping information confidential when it should be is simply the right thing to do—and it will accelerate your career because people will trust you with bigger, more sensitive, and more lucrative engagements. So keep being awesome, work hard, and have yourself a great week. [08:00 – Outro Music]

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Rita Heikenfeld to share more make ahead recipes for Thanksgiving. Other guests include Courtney Brown from Ruah Woods, Gary Michuta from Hands On Apologetics, and Fr. Robert Nixon, O.S.B., with reflections on silence from Thomas a Kempis. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** A Prayer for Grace and Guidance O Lord God almighty, who has brought to us to the beginning of this day, defend us in the same by Your power; that we may not this day fall into any sin, but that all our thoughts, words, and works may be directed to the fulfillment of Your will. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son, who lives and reigns with You in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, world without end. Amen. ***** THANKSGIVING RECIPE IDEAS FROM RITA Sweet Potato Coins4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-1/2” rounds1/4 cup olive oil or more if needed1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves2 generous teaspoons minced garlic1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes1 teaspoon saltExtra sprigs of thyme Preheat oven to 400. Toss potatoes with oil, thyme, garlic, pepper and salt. Place standing each coin up on sprayed cookie sheet. Add extra thyme sprigs around potatoes. Roast 40-45 minutes. Serves 4. ***** Sweet Potato Soufflé (from listener Karen Lance) Casserole:3-4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled, cooked, and mashed1 cup sugar3/4 cup melted butter2 beaten eggs1 tsp cinnamon1 tsp vanilla1/4 tsp allspice1/3 cup milk Topping1/4 cup flour1/3 cup melted butter1 cup light brown sugar1 cup chopped pecans Mix together casserole ingredients and pour into oblong baking dish.Bake 15 minutes at 350, then reduce temperature to 300 and bake for 10 more minutes.Mix together ingredients for topping, add to the top of sweet potato mixture, and bake for another 15 minutes at 350. ***** Rita’s Clone of Cheesecake Factory’s Cheesecake This cake is so rich that I use a 9” pan. If you use an 8” pan, plan on baking a bit longer. An 8” pan makes thicker slices, and they look almost as high as Cheesecake Factory’s. The taste is so similar you wouldn’t be able to tell the difference!Crust:1-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs1 tablespoon or so of sugar1/2 to 1 teaspoon cinnamon5 tablespoons melted butterMix until crumbly, not pasty. Pat into 9” springform pan going up the sides a bit. Set aside while making filling: Filling:1 pound cream cheese, room temperature1 cup sour cream1-1/4 cups sugar1 teaspoon vanilla3 tablespoons brown sugar15 oz canned pumpkin2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice1/2 teaspoon cinnamon4 eggs, lightly beatenPreheat oven to 350. Beat cream cheese, sour cream, sugar and vanilla until smooth. Add pumpkin and spices and blend. Add eggs and blend until mixed. Pour into pan. Bake 40-45 minutes until center is almost set but still wobbly. Turn oven off but leave cheesecake in with oven door shut for 30 minutes more. This will finish the baking process and prevent a lot of “cracking” on top. Refrigerate several hours or up to 2 days to complete firming up of cheesecake. Garnish with whipped cream and nuts if you like. Serves 10-12. ***** Annie’s Family Bread Stuffing 3 Tablespoons chopped onion1/4 Cup butter4 Cups dry bread cubes (about 7 slices cut or torn)1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning1/2 teaspoon ground sage2-4 tablespoons water or chicken broth Cook onion in butter, combine with bread and seasoning. Toss with enough liquid to moisten Makes 3 cups stuffing or enough stuffing for a 4-5 pound chicken. For a 10 pound turkey, double the recipe. ***** Matt’s Crispy Oven Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Shallots and Bacon 1 pound Brussels sprouts1/4 pound bacon, cut into 1/2 inch wide strips3 shallotsOlive OilBlack Pepper to taste Preheat oven to 400. Slice shallots, and cut of stems of Brussels sprouts and halve them. Add sprouts, shallots, and bacon to a large mixing bowl, and toss with olive oil and black pepper. Bake on a sheet pan or in a pyrex dish for 10 minutes, toss, and bake for 5-10 more, until desired crispiness is reached. ***** Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In our November episode, Chef Adrienne Cheatham joined us to share healthy ways to tweak our holiday menus without sacrificing flavor. In this month's Key Note, Chef Cheatham opens her cookbook, Sunday Best, to offer a delicious, nutritious, affordable, make-ahead alternative to traditional main dishes – Mississippi Pot Roast. Enjoy! The Takeaway We want to hear from you! Please complete our survey: org/member-feedback. Drop us a line at our social media channels: Facebook// Instagram // YouTube. Start your health journey by making an appointment with your primary care physician. Don't have one? Find one at our Provider Directory: www.1199SEIUBenefits.org/find-a-provider. Visit the Healthy Living Resource Center for wellness tips, information and resources; www.1199SEIUBenefits.org/healthyliving. Get inspired by fellow members through our Members' Voices series: www.1199SEIUBenefits.org/healthyliving/membervoices. Stop by our Benefits Channel to view webinars on building healthy meals, managing stress and more: www.1199SEIUBenefits.org/videos. Find a greenmarket near you by visiting grownyc.org/greenmarket/ourmarkets. Visit our YouTube Channel to view a wide collection of cooking demos and healthy living videos: youtube.com/@1199SEIUBenefitFunds/playlists Sample our wellness classes to exercise body and mind: www.1199SEIUBenefits.org/wellnessevents. For Chef Cheatham's Mississippi Pot Roast recipe, visit www.1199SEIUBenefits.org/Mississippi-Pot-Roast To order Chef Cheatham's cookbook, Sunday Best, visit Penguin Random House Books.   Guest Bio Adrienne Cheatham is a New York-based chef, author, consultant and television personality known for her bold perspective on food and culture. A veteran of some of the country's most acclaimed kitchens, Adrienne served as Executive Sous Chef at Le Bernardin and Executive Chef at Red Rooster Harlem and Corporate Chef of the Marcus Samuelsson Group. She rose to national prominence as the runner-up on Top Chef, Season 15, and has since returned to the show as a guest judge. In 2023, Adrienne published her debut cookbook, Sunday Best, inspired by her critically acclaimed pop-up dinner series of the same name. The book was nominated for a James Beard Award. Adrienne is a regular judge on the Food Network and contributor to Epicurious, where her videos have earned over 6 million views. She's been featured in The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Bon Appétit, Food & Wine, USA Today and more—both as a subject and a writer. In 2025, she and her former Top Chef rival, Joe Flamm, launched The Chef's Cut podcast. Through every platform, she shares stories that connect food, identity, and the communities that shape them.

Teatime with Miss Liz serves Joe Canfield, Host of Salty Ginger Talk Podcast. Perfect, for Miss Liz Teatime — Joe Canfield brings the kind of grounded wisdom and purpose-driven leadership that balances my Teatime lineup beautifully. His story as a husband, father, and host of Salty Ginger Talk offers a strong masculine perspective rooted in integrity, grit, and heart — perfect for my message of humanity and transformation. TopicToughness, Excellence, and Energy: Living with Purpose in Every Season of Life. Introduction: Miss Liz will pour a cup of grit, growth, and grounded leadership with Joe Canfield, host of the Salty Ginger Talk Podcast — a show where authenticity meets encouragement, and where life lessons turn into legacies. From Portland roots to Cleveland living, Joe has spent over 30 years leading with purpose — as a husband, father, athlete, and business professional. His message is simple but powerful: Live with Toughness, pursue Excellence, and bring Energy to everything you do. Joe doesn't just talk about success — he lives it through commitment, compassion, and consistency, proving that real strength is measured in character, not comfort. Closing Summary As the Teatime closes, Joe will remind us that purpose isn't found — it's built. Through marriage, family, and leadership, he shows that life's greatest victories come not from avoiding the storms but from learning how to stand tall through them.“If you're not pursuing what you believe in with everything you've got, you're only living half your life.” — Joe CanfieldMay tonight's Teatime inspire you to live fully, lead boldly, and carry your own brand of toughness, excellence, and energy into every corner of your life. Miss Liz doesn't serve a beverage — she serves real-life changemakers. This Teatime, she serves Joe Canfield, host of the Salty Ginger Talk Podcast, whose wisdom on toughness, excellence, and energy will challenge you to live with more purpose and passion. From family to faith, business to balance, Joe reminds us that leadership starts within.November 18 | 7 PM EST LIVE on all Miss Liz Teatime platforms#TeatimeWithMissLiz #MissLizsTEE #JoeCanfield #SaltyGingerTalk #Leadership #ToughnessExcellenceEnergy #TeachingEducationalAwareness #TranscendEmbraceEnvision #PurposeDrivenLife #RealLifeChangemakers #OneCupAtATime #MissLizTee

In this in-depth conversation, Washington Monthly editor-in-chief Paul Glastris joins Gerardo to unpack how America's obsession with elite college rankings distorts our sense of what higher education is for. From his days inside U.S. News & World Report to his years building an alternative ranking system rooted in upward mobility, research, and civic service, Glastris offers a powerful critique — and a hopeful vision for how colleges can once again serve democracy. They dig into: The myth of “best” colleges and how exclusivity became a badge of honor Why schools like Fresno State and Berea College outshine Ivy League institutions in real impact How higher ed has become a political battleground — and what's at stake for our democracy What vocational education really looks like when it's not just political theater How students, families, and educators can use data wisely and choose institutions that serve the public good Listen if you care about: Educational equity • Democracy • College access • First-gen students • Public policy • Media and truth-telling Guest: Paul Glastris, Editor-in-Chief of The Washington Monthly Follow him on X and BlueSky: @glastris Explore the latest college rankings at washingtonmonthly.com Host: Gerardo A. Muñoz — 2021 Colorado Teacher of the Year, educator, scholar, disruptor, and co-host of Too Dope Teachers and a Mic Music by: Kevin Adams Links Mentioned: Washington Monthly 2025 College Rankings: washingtonmonthly.com/college-guide Washington Monthly Podcast

In this episode of The Wisdom Of... Show, host Simon Bowen speaks with Dr. Isaac Balbin, a technologist, entrepreneur, and educational visionary who holds a PhD in electrical engineering and has expertise across 15+ technology domains, including blockchain, AI, quantum computing, and cannabis science. As founder of GLIDE (Generating Lifelong Interest in Deeper Education) and Executive Director of Green Gold Trading, Isaac bridges the gap between brilliant technology and solutions that actually serve people. Discover why collective intelligence matters more than individual genius, how learning while moving transforms education, why decentralising trust through technology serves humanity, and how to teach critical thinking in a post-truth world.Ready to master the systematic approach to extracting and applying educational and technology wisdom? Join Simon's exclusive Masterclass on The Models Method: https://thesimonbowen.com/masterclassEpisode Breakdown00:00 Introduction and "It's never been a better time to be alive" 02:26 The biggest issues in education: restrictiveness and disincentives to innovate 12:55 Living in a post-truth world: when nothing is true, everything is true 15:24 Technology's rhythm and cadence throughout human history 16:38 Educating people in scientific domains to enable intelligent discussions 17:58 Collective intelligence as humanity's most powerful tool 19:27 Teaching the scientific method through the "How do you know?" question 20:34 Decentralising trust through blockchain and distributed systems 23:28 The GLIDE Method: decentralising education and letting teachers innovate 24:49 Learning while moving: why Confucius and ancient Greeks walked while teaching34:20 Generating Lifelong Interest in Deeper Education (GLIDE acronym explained) 43:04 Healthcare advocacy and the role of technology in patient outcomes51:13 AI enabling entrepreneurs: testing billion-dollar ideas with AI tech teams1:00:51 Using technology while leaving people with their personal agency 1:02:05 Three quick questions: time travel, Einstein's mind, and lessons from setbacksAbout Dr. Isaac BalbinDr. Isaac Balbin is a technologist, entrepreneur, thought leader, and speaker with a vision for how technology can shape our future. He holds a PhD in electrical engineering, where he published articles, won awards, and published patents. The setback of seeing his academic technology stall before commercialisation became a catalyst. As he moved into entrepreneurship, he encountered blockchain technology, recognising its potential long before it entered the mainstream conversation.Isaac has become a thought leader and expert across 15+ domains, including blockchain, AI, cannabis science, RFID, IoT, quantum technologies, and many more. He is the founder and CEO of GLIDE, a revolutionary educational paradigm that combines "learning while moving" with practical, real-life information, student self-awareness, and societal consciousness. He serves as Executive Director of Green Gold Trading, applying science and technology to advance evidence-based healthcare through cannabinoid therapeutics.Isaac's mission is to share what he knows and envisions with the world, so that no one is left behind as technology accelerates.Connect with Dr. Isaac Balbin: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-isaac-balbin/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbalbin11/ GLIDE:

Army Special Forces Veteran Bruce Hill served in Laos during the Vietnam War as part of clandestine operations that were not formally acknowledged for many years. Though Hill made it home, a Vietnam tragedy unrelated to his time in Laos changed his life forever, and set him on a path toward honoring his fellow Veteran at every turn.

In this message, Pastor Miles teaches the powerful difference between tithes and offerings—and how both shape a heart that impacts the world. The tithe reflects our obedience, but offerings reveal our affection, trust, and desire to partner with God's mission. When we return what belongs to God and willingly release what is ours, we don't just sustain the house—we help send light into the city. Watch this message to discover how a servant's heart can transform lives far beyond the church walls.

Welcome to Thanksgiving Beasts, when the world of true crime TV sets out to ruin one of America's most popular holidays. When a handsome, well-liked young bartender is shot execution style on a desolate Maryland road the night before Thanksgiving, his community reels, the cops go searching for suspects…and then everything goes as cold as Thanksgiving leftovers. But when the leads finally start pouring in years later, they're delivered by a markedly different cast of characters than the one presented by episode 11 of season 8 of the show NIGHTMARE NEXT DOOR, entitled "Thanksgiving Tragedy". It's not the first time we've caught a "non-fiction" show in the act of departing from the facts of the "true crime" it claims to cover. But fictional characters? This is True Crime TV Club! Join us as we ask if the facts were changed to  protect the innocent? The guilty? The victim?

November 16, 2025Pastor Scott PolingMain Passage: John 13:1-17Other Scripture used: Matthew 20:26b; Matthew 23:11; Luke 22:24-27; John 15:13; John 3:35; Matthew 28:18b; Hebrews 12:2b; Hebrews 6:10; 1 Peter 5:5b; Matthew 5:44-45a; Romans 12:20-21; John 19:30; Job 23:13-14a; Psalm 115:3; Romans 9:20-21a; 1 John 1:9; 1 John 2:1; Acts 20:35b; Luke 11:28; James 1:22,25;Main Points:HOW TO BE GREAT IN THE EYES OF GODGreatness Serves Out of SorrowGreatness Serves Out of LoveGreatness Serves When it's Below Our DignityGreatness Serves with Eyes on HeavenGreatness Serves With Profound HumilityGreatness Serves When No One Else Will ServeGreatness Serves its EnemyGreatness Serves Until the Job is FinishedGreatness Serves the Ignorant, Arrogant and RudeGreatness Serves in Obedience to the LordGreatness Serves Because We're Not Better than JesusGreatness Serves and is Blessed for Doing So

Link to join Tribe for exclusive LIVE Q&A: https://gillgross.tribechat.comOn Monday Match Analysis, Gill Gross runs through an exciting conclusion to the ATP Finals Group Stage. Then, he's joined by ThreadOfOrder Substack writer Hugh Clark to preview the semifinal matchups (Carlos Alcaraz vs. Felix Auger-Aliassime and Jannik Sinner vs. Alex de Minaur). We'll discuss Alcaraz clinching year-end number one, Sinner's great serving and strategy, where Ben Shelton can improve his greatest strength, another nervous display from Alexander Zverev and how Alcaraz beat Lorenzo Musetti. With Hugh, we discuss Auger-Aliassime's backhand, technical keys to Alcaraz's great season, why Sinner is 12-0 lifetime against de Minaur and more.0:00 Intro1:00 Alcaraz Gets YE14:12 Sinner Perfect RR6:45 Sinner Tactics10:00 Shelton Serving12:50 Zverev Forehand14:35 Alcaraz vs. Musetti20:00 Fritz Loss21:20 Shelton Tactics23:45 FAA def. Zverev27:55 Seminal PREVIEWS IG: https://www.instagram.com/gillgross_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gill.gross24/7 Tennis Community on Discord: https://discord.gg/wW3WPqFTFJTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/Gill_GrossThe Draw newsletter, your one-stop-shop for the best tennis content on the internet every week: https://www.thedraw.tennis/subscribeBecome a member to support the channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvERpLl9dXH09fuNdbyiLQQ/joinEvans Brothers Coffee Roasters, the Official Coffee Of Monday Match Analysis... use code GILLGROSS25 for 25% off your first order: https://evansbrotherscoffee.com/collections/coffeeAUDIO PODCAST FEEDSSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5c3VXnLDVVgLfZuGk3yxIF?si=AQy9oRlZTACoGr5XS3s_ygItunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/monday-match-analysis/id1432259450?mt=2 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Teatime with Miss Liz serves Gerry Linarducci, Founder of EYECAN Coaching. Miss Liz doesn't serve a beverage—she serves real-life changemakers. This Teatime, she serves Gerry Linarducci, founder of EYECAN Coaching, a passionate coach helping leaders turn discipline into freedom and gratitude into growth. From Uruguay to Indianapolis, Gerry proves that when you lead with the right Treat, Energy, and Attitude, you truly can achieve anything. November 14th, 3 PM EST LIVE on all Miss Liz Teatime platformsPerfect, for Miss Liz Teatime — Gerry Linarducci will bring powerful energy to my November Teatime. His EYECAN Coaching message of clarity, mindset, and gratitude aligns beautifully with my T-E-E mission of self-investment and transformation. TopicMindset, Discipline, and the Power of How You Treat, Energize, and Approach Life. Introduction: Miss Liz will pour a cup of energy, purpose, and possibility with Gerry Linarducci, founder of EYECAN Coaching and a passionate business and mindset leader who believes the right attitude can change everything. From his beginnings in Uruguay to his coaching practice in Indianapolis, Gerry has spent decades guiding entrepreneurs and professionals to replace limits with leadership and doubt with discipline. Through his signature T-E-A — Treat, Energy, Attitude — he teaches that how you show up each day determines how far you go. His message: “You only die once, but you live every day—so live it with gratitude, patience, and heart.” Closing Summary As the Teatime closes, Gerry will remind us that mindset is not what you know—it's how you grow. With passion, purpose, and positivity, he challenges us to treat others with kindness, protect our energy, and approach life with gratitude. Because every choice, every thought, every act of patience becomes the foundation of a legacy that lasts.“Your life can change in an instant—so choose each instant with intention.” — Gerry Linarducci May tonight's Teatime inspire you to reset your energy, reframe your attitude, and remember that within every ‘I can't' lives an ‘EYECAN..'#TeatimeWithMissLiz #MissLizsTEE #GerryLinarducci #EYECANCoaching #MindsetCoach #LeadershipDevelopment #TreatEnergyAttitude #TeachingEducationalAwareness #TranscendEmbraceEnvision #RealLifeChangemakers #OneCupAtATime #MissLizTee. New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount

Teatime with Miss Liz serves Dr. Kirsten Viola Harrison — Trauma Psychologist • Author • Founder of Soul Wise Solutions. Miss Liz doesn't serve a beverage—she serves real-life changemakers. This Teatime, she serves Dr. Kirsten Viola Harrison, trauma psychologist and author of I, Sean/a: The Story of a Homeless Intersex Woman Who Inspired a Community. Together, we explore trauma, identity, and the power of compassion—how one woman's courage sparked a movement for dignity and inclusion. Together • Empowering • Authenticity November 13th, 7 PM EST LIVE on all Miss Liz Teatime platforms Beautiful, for Miss Liz Teatime — this is such a powerful guest .Dr. Kirsten Viola Harrison brings together psychology, soul healing, and social justice, perfectly aligning with my Teatime's legacy of transformation through storytelling. Teatime with Miss Liz serves Dr. Kirsten Viola Harrison — Trauma Psychologist, • Author, • Founder of Soul Wise Solutions. Topic, Sean/a: A Homeless Intersex Woman's Journey from Trauma to Truth. Introduction: Liz will pour a cup of compassion, courage, and truth with Dr. Kirsten Viola Harrison, trauma psychologist, author, and founder of Soul Wise Solutions. For more than 35 years, Dr. Harrison has helped people navigate profound psychological and spiritual transitions—from complex PTSD to near-death experiences. Her new book, I, Sean/a: The Story of a Homeless Intersex Woman Who Inspired a Community, co-authored with Sean/a Smith, tells the real-life story of an intersex woman living with schizophrenia who rose from homelessness to hope. Through her work, Dr. Harrison invites us to move beyond labels and stigma—to see the humanity, the resilience, and the light that exists in every soul brave enough to be seen. Closing Summary as The Teatime closes, Dr. Kirsten Viola Harrison will remind us that healing is not fixing what's broken—it's remembering what was always whole. Her friendship with Sean/a teaches that resilience grows through connection, and that beauty lives inside personal truth—even when the world tries to silence it.“When we listen with compassion, we become part of another person's healing—and our own.” — Dr. Kirsten Viola Harrison May tonight's Teatime inspire you to meet difference with dignity, to lead with authenticity, and to believe that every story—no matter how painful—can become a catalyst for hope.#TeatimeWithMissLiz #MissLizsTEE #DrKirstenViolaHarrison #ISeanA #SoulWiseSolutions #TraumaHealing #IntersexAwareness #ResilienceThroughConnection #TeachingEducationalAwareness #TranscendEmbraceEnvision #RealLifeChangemakers #OneCupAtATime #MissLizTee New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! https://soulwisesolutions.com/https://soulwisesolutions.com/

Satan cannot destroy us. In fact, God turns all his attacks finally against him and for us.

Jason “Wojo” spent years doing what entrepreneurs are told to do: grind harder, stack wins, chase the next deal, and assume life will sort itself out later. On paper, it worked. In reality, it cost him his marriage, his health, and his peace. In Episode 262 of REIA Radio, Wojo opens up about what happens when your definition of success quietly burns down everything that actually matters, and how he rebuilt his life by making his business serve him instead of owning him. He talks about the emptiness of chasing money without protecting your health, faith, marriage, and family; the stories we tell ourselves about balance while things are falling apart at home; the power of real non-negotiables; and how the Lifeonaire framework and his book “Business for Life” give entrepreneurs a simple way to filter decisions so their life comes first instead of last. If you're winning on paper but something feels off, this episode is your gut check before you double down on the wrong game plan.Share this episode with the driven friend or business owner in your world who needs this reality check, subscribe so you don't miss future episodes, and leave a review if this conversation hits home—it helps us reach more investors who refuse to lose themselves chasing the next deal. Connect with Jason: lifeonaire.com and The Lifeonaire Show podcast. You can Join the Omaha REIA - https://omahareia.com/join-todayOmaha REIA on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/OmahaREIACheck out the National REIA - https://nationalreia.org/ Find Ted Kaasch at www.tedkaasch.com Owen Dashner on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/owen.dashner Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/odawg2424/ Red Ladder Property Solutions - www.sellmyhouseinomahafast.com Liquid Lending Solutions - www.liquidlendingsolutions.com Owen's Blogs - www.otowninvestor.com www.reiquicktips.com Propstream - https://trial.propstreampro.com/reianebraska/Timber Creek Virtual - https://timbercreekvirtual.com/services/MagicDoor - https://magicdoor.com/reia/...

Teatime with Miss Liz serves Joel McKay — Award-Winning Author, Journalist & Executive. Humour Miss Liz doesn't serve beverages — she serves real-life changemakers.This Teatime, she serves Joel McKay, award-winning author of Wolf at the Door and The Dungeoneers and the Treasure of Roan. A conversation filled with funny, magic, and father-and-son moments, exploring the monsters we make, the humor that heals, and the stories that keep us human. November 11th, 7 PM EST LIVE on all Miss Liz Teatime platforms. Perfect for Miss Liz Teatime— Joel McKay brings a fresh, creative energy to your November Teatime lineup. His mix of humour, horror, and heart — especially the father-son thread in The Dungeoneers and the Treasure of Roan — will make this a dynamic and insightful episode that blends storytelling, imagination, and real-world reflection. TopicThe Dungeoneers and the Treasure of Roan: Humour, Humanity, and the Monsters We Make IntroductionMiss Liz will pour a cup of imagination, mischief, and magic with Joel McKay — award-winning author, journalist, and executive from Northern British Columbia. Known for his darkly funny, fast-paced fiction (Wolf at the Door, It Came from the Trees), Joel now takes readers on a wild new adventure with his upcoming novel The Dungeoneers and the Treasure of Roan — a father-and-son heist set in a crumbling mountain city full of traps, monsters, and unexpected heart. With humour as sharp as his prose, Joel proves that even in the strangest worlds, the most dangerous battles are the ones fought inside ourselves. Closing SummaryAs the Teatime ends, Joel McKay will remind us that fantasy isn't an escape — it's a reflection. Through sarcasm, sword fights, and soul, he invites us to laugh at our flaws, confront our fears, and rediscover the magic hidden in every messy relationship — especially between fathers and sons.“Even the worst people can do the right thing … eventually.” — Joel McKay, The Dungeoneers and the Treasure of RoanMay tonight's Teatime remind you that humour heals, imagination reveals, and storytelling keeps humanity alive — one word, one laugh, one brave act at a time.#TeatimeWithMissLiz #MissLizsTEE #JoelMcKay #TheDungeoneersAndTheTreasureOfRoan #FantasyAuthor #CanadianWriters #WolfAtTheDoor #ItCameFromTheTrees #StorytellingWithHeart #TeachingEducationalAwareness #TranscendEmbraceEnvision #RealLifeChangemakers #OneCupAtATime #MissLizTee New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount!  https://www.joelmckay.ca/

The American people begged their leaders to stand up to Trumpism. Instead, their Senate “leader” sold them out. When courage becomes optional, democracy becomes impossible...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The recently refurbished and rededicated Hill Cumorah in Manchester, New York, is a historic and sacred site for members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Elder David A. Bednar of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles called the reforested and refurbished area “the cradle of the Restoration.” The area was a pivotal place for the instruction of the young Prophet Joseph Smith, as well as the receiving and translation of the ancient gold plates that we now have as the Book of Mormon. In this episode of the Church News podcast, Church News editor Ryan Jensen is joined by Benjamin Pykles, director of historic sites for the Church, and Sam Palfreyman, site manager for the Palmyra area, to explore the sacred significance of Hill Cumorah, the faith-promoting experiences of visiting historic Church sites, and how understanding the early history of the Church can help individuals gain and strengthen their testimonies of the restored gospel of Jesus Christ. The Church News Podcast is a weekly podcast that invites listeners to make a journey of connection with members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints across the globe. Hosts Jon Ryan Jensen, editor of the Church News, and Church News reporter Mary Richards share unique views of the stories, events, and people who form this international faith. With each episode, listeners are asked to embark on a journey to learn from one another and ponder, “What do I know now?” because of the experience. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.

Ever have one of those weeks where you swear you're going to make the calls, follow your plan, and finally break through that production plateau—only to end Friday frustrated, staring at an empty tracker? Every loan officer has battled inconsistency, self-doubt, and that little voice saying, “I'll start fresh next week.” So, how do you replace motivation with measurable consistency and finally stick to your plan?In this episode of The 360 Experience, Tim Braheem sits down with Cody Hardridge, a Marine-turned-top-producing originator and now a respected coach who scaled to 400 families a year by mastering personal discipline and daily consistency. Cody has helped countless originators turn scattered activity into unstoppable momentum, and he reveals the exact systems, mindset shifts, and micro-habits that made it possible.Top Takeaways for Loan Officers:1️⃣ How to replace motivation with measurable consistency and finally stick to your plan2️⃣ The “one-call-a-day” system and colored-dot tracking method that compound into record months3️⃣ Why integrity with YOURSELF is the single most important skill for growth in this marketIf you've been stuck measuring results instead of behaviors, this episode will reignite your fire and give you a practical blueprint to crush your business and personal goals.ABOUT TIM BRAHEEMWith more than 25 years of experience as a highly successful mortgage professional, industry leader, educator, and life coach, Tim Braheem is committed to engaging with people on a deep level and helping them uncover the barriers they have placed in the way of having the level of success they deserve in both their business and personal lives.FOLLOW Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/tbraheem/LinkedIn ► https://www.linkedin.com/in/timbraheemTHE LOAN ATLASJOIN ► https://go.theloanatlas.com/membership FOLLOWInstagram ► https://www.instagram.com/theloanatlas/YOUTUBE ► https://www.youtube.com/@LoanAtlas----------Mentioned in this episode:Book a Strategy Call with The Loan Atlas! Follow the link below to schedule a demo session with our team! https://go.theloanatlas.com/book-a-demo

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Grayson Meek to hear more about the fifth annual Cardinal Lights holiday event coming on Tuesday, Nov. 18. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news.

We remember the FM107 days (at least as much as we can), Alexis went to a birthday party that serves adventure park realness, Jason has luck procuring a Home Depot R2D2, and Gen Z is hot for used athletic wear -- do with this this trend is cool or nasty?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In some of His last moments with His disciples, Jesus expresses both the status of a humble servant and the posture of prayer. Through His promises, providence, and prayers we have the assurance of Jesus both now and forever. Our Savior is in heaven right now advocating for us before the Father, a powerful and profound thought in our day to day lives.

On the Record with Christian Briggs – Are tariffs a legitimate tool under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA)—or are they, in effect, taxes that only Congress can authorize? Christian Briggs explains what a ruling could mean for inflation, markets, and the fiscal picture: if tariffs are struck down, consumers may get short-term price relief, but the U.S. loses a critical revenue stream while...