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Tonight in Homily 6 Saint Isaac did not merely instruct us. He set fire before us. In the first six homilies he has laid the foundations of the spiritual life with uncompromising clarity. No romance. No shortcuts. No sentimentality. If you have no works, do not speak of virtues. If you have not sweat in the arena of repentance, do not theorize about purity. Virtue without bodily toil he calls premature fruit. Stillborn. And yet what he unfolds in these paragraphs is not severity alone. It is hope so luminous that it borders on holy intoxication. Affliction suffered for Christ, he says, is more precious than sacrifice. Tears are incense. Sighs during vigil are offerings more fragrant than any liturgical perfume. The righteous cry under the weight of their frailty, and heaven bends low. The angelic orders stand close at hand. They are not distant observers. They are partakers in the sufferings of the saints. What a vision. The struggler who feels alone in the cell, alone in illness, alone in interior battle, is surrounded. The angels strengthen. They encourage. They console. There is a communion not only with the saints of the earth but with the hosts of heaven who draw near to the one who cries out in humility. This is the first movement. Deep contrition. Tears. Vigil. Labor. The long work of purification. But Isaac does not leave us in mourning. He telescopes the whole journey. Rightly directed labors and humility make a man “a god upon the earth.” Faith and mercy speed him toward limpid purity. And then something changes. Fervor begins to burn. Contrition and fervor cannot dwell together indefinitely. Mourning gives way to fire. Wine has been given for gladness, he says, and fervor for the rejoicing of the soul. The word of God warms the understanding. The one inflamed by hope is ravished by meditations of the age to come. Isaac dares to speak of spiritual drunkenness. Not the stupor of the world, but intoxication with hope. The soul so seized by the promise of God that it becomes unconscious of affliction. Not because suffering disappears, but because the heart is fixed elsewhere. The gaze has shifted. The future age presses upon the present. The Beloved draws near. This is not fantasy. It comes, Isaac says, “in the very beginning of the way” for those who have labored long in purification and who walk with simplicity and faith. And here he gives us one of the most liberating images of the night. Those who hasten onward with hope do not examine the perils of the road. They do not stand calculating every gorge and precipice. They do not sit on the doorstep of their house, forever deliberating, forever preparing, forever fearing. They go. Only after crossing the sea do they look back and give thanks for dangers they never saw. God protected them from unseen obstacles. He led them over crags and through ravines while they were fixed on Him. Hope keeps the gaze steady. Rumination keeps the soul seated at the threshold. Isaac is not advocating recklessness. He is exposing the paralysis of excessive self-consciousness in the spiritual life. The one who constantly measures, analyzes, anticipates every fall, often never sets out. But the one who loves God, who girds his loins with simplicity, who meets the sea of afflictions without turning his back, finds the promised haven. This is the arc of the homily. From sweat to sweetness. From tears to intoxication. From contrition to fervor. From trembling to exultation. And all of it rests on hope. Hope that Christ Himself guards the path. Hope that angels stand near. Hope that affliction is not wasted. Hope that beyond the sea there is a haven already prepared. Isaac places before us not merely discipline, but joy. Not merely purification, but intimacy. Not merely endurance, but ravishment in the meditations of the age to come. The call tonight is clear. Do not speak of virtue. Live it. Do not fear affliction. Meet it. Do not sit on the threshold. Set out. Do not ruminate on precipices. Fix your gaze on Christ. And as we walk, we will discover that we are not walking alone. --- Text of chat during the group: 00:03:11 Fr. Charbel Abernethy: Page 177 bottom of the page 00:03:34 Fr. Charbel Abernethy: https://www.philokaliaministries.org/post/philokalia-ministries-lenten-retreat-2026 00:42:54 Andrew Adams: Thank you! 00:50:08 Jessica McHale: When I first went to a Greek Orthodox liturfy simply for the experience, a parishoner explained to me that the orthodox east emphaises the Ressurectoin (salvation from it) and the west emphasises the Crucifixion (and salvation from it). It was helpful to understand the diffeent. I am very drawn to a Melkite or Byzantine liturgy for Sundays ( I can do a Novus Ordo during the week but it seems Sundays need more ;) 00:52:18 Jessica McHale: Romano Guardini, Meditations Before Mass: https://sophiainstitute.com/product/meditations-before-mass/?srsltid=AfmBOop770BpNWVqK_3cc04pvR2LfL7ItYtkWe5gpFPXJb3opcfsIg4i 00:55:50 Jesssica Imanaka: My daughter had also commented on the chanting. Listening to you, I just recalled that the chanting was a key dimension of her experience. I think the active participation is also critical for her/us. 00:56:38 Jesssica Imanaka: Reacted to "Romano Guardini, Med..." with ❤️ 01:03:12 Anthony: Hope. This is why it can be harmful to focus so much on scandal, demons, possession and exorcists.  That spiritual environment tried to strangle Hope. 01:03:47 Jessica McHale: Reacted to "Hope. This is why ..." with

Private Funds CFO's 23rd annual New York Forum gathered together nearly 600 compliance, financial and operational experts in two days of discussions that covered everything from AI to new ways to think about carry. In this episode of Private Equity Spotlight, PEI Group editor Graeme Kerr chats with Private Funds CFO's Graham Bippart, Rob Kotecki and Bill Myers to get their top takeaways from one of the world's biggest events for CFOs. In this episode: Graham Bippart is senior editor of Buyouts and Private Funds CFO Rob Kotecki is deputy editor of Private Funds CFO Bill Myers is Washington correspondent for Private Funds CFO Graeme Kerr is an editor at PEI Group

Take warning and stop thy journey before it be too late. Wilt thou be like the silly fly, that is not quiet unless she be either entangled in the spider's web, or burned in the candle? Wilt thou be like the bird that hasteth to the snare of the fowler? Wilt thou be like that simple one named in the seventh of Proverbs, that will be drawn to the slaughter by the cord of a silly lust? O sinner, sinner, there are better things than hell to be had, and at a cheaper rate by the thousandth part! O! there is no comparison, there is heaven, there is God, there is Christ, there is communion with an innumerable company of saints and angels. Hear the message then that God doth send.

Planning a trip to Venice, Italy and want to go beyond the tourist checklist? In this episode, we're sharing our ultimate Venice travel guide, packed with must-see sights, hidden gems, and local food experiences you don't want to miss. We cover the best things to do in Venice, from iconic landmarks to lesser-known areas, plus our favorite cicchetti crawl—including where to eat in Venice like a local and which bacari are actually worth your time. You'll also hear our honest tips on where to stay in Venice, whether it's your first visit or a return trip. If you're wondering: What are the best things to do in Venice, Italy? Where should you eat in Venice (beyond overpriced tourist traps)? How to have an incredible cicchetti crawl What are Venice's best hidden gems? Which hotels are best to stay in? …this episode has you covered. Whether you're planning a first trip to Venice or looking for fresh ideas for a repeat visit, this Venice destination guide will help you plan a more authentic, delicious, and stress-free trip. Tune in for practical travel tips, foodie recommendations, and everything you need to know before visiting Venice.   Relevant Links (may contain affiliate links, meaning if you make a purchase through these links, we earn a small commission-at no additional cost to you!): -Hotels: -AC Hotel Venezia: https://booking.stay22.com/worldwidehoneymoon/wR053N4vao -Al Mascaron Ridente: https://booking.stay22.com/worldwidehoneymoon/IRp1zeZN6c -Hotel Arlecchino: https://booking.stay22.com/worldwidehoneymoon/xxiOw4O307   -Water Taxi Ticket: https://getyourguide.stay22.com/worldwidehoneymoon/bHMSwqDIeS -VIP Boat Cruise: https://fas.st/t/MpipKTDN -San Marco After Hours Tour: https://fas.st/t/e3ycFNCy -Doge's Palace Ticket (Including Museo Correr Ticket): https://getyourguide.stay22.com/worldwidehoneymoon/oYnYxgUQe7 -Day Trip to Murano/Burano: https://fas.st/t/QnDfjWCw   Things to Do in Venice: -San Marco Square -Doge's Place -Bridge of Sighs at Doge's Palace -Museo Correr -San Marco Basilica (tour linked above) -VIP boat ride in Venice (linked above) -Gondola ride *You can do a quick ride across the Grand Canal for like €2-3 too! -San Pantalon Church to see the Martyrdom and Apotheosis of St Pantalon -Campo Santa Margherita -Leonardo da Vinci La Mostra di Venezia -Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo -Museo di Palazzo Grimani -Ride a Vaporetto -St. Mark's Campanile -Campanile di San Giorgio Maggiore   Where to Eat in Venice: Our cicchetti crawl: -Cantina do Mori -Enoteca al Volto -La Cantina -Vino Vero Other Restaurants:  -Antico Gatoleto Ristorante Pizzeria -Trattoria Agli Artisti -Pasticceria Nobile -Hostaria Osottoosopra -La Lanterna Da Gas   Traveling to France? Check out our Facebook Group called France Travel Tips to ask/answer questions and learn more!   Don't forget to follow along! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/worldwidehoneymoon Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/worldwidehoneymoon TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@worldwidehoneymoon World Wide Honeymoon Blog: https://worldwidehoneymoon.com France Voyager Blog: https://francevoyager.com Subscribe to the World Wide Honeymoon blog here for monthly updates and tips + get our FREE trip planning guide: https://www.subscribepage.com/o4e5c2

No instructions needed, we've done this rodeo before. Ruben Amorim is sacked. So it's yet another emergency manager gone pod. Sighs. The independent, satirical Manchester United supporters' fanzine - for adults only, contains expletives, talks MUFC, or not at times, as we never get a dull moment, off pitch at least. And you can now support the growth and development of this small but rather unique fanzine podcast each month at https://www.patreon.com/rednews Thank you.

It's NOLA Music Days, and Lucien takes the occasion to make some big moves. He “proposes” to Aurora with serum, then kidnaps Klaus to lure out Elijah. Unfortunately for Lucien, a number of things are working against him - Aurora doesn't want him, and both Klaus and Elijah have shooters! Meanwhile at St James Infirmary, Kol gets worse and attempts to fix the hex. We end the episode with another bite from Lucien spelling danger for one of our main characters. Plus, Stephanie gets a shout out!Remember to rate, review, and share, brothers!Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @doppelgangerspodcast!

Laura kicks things off with not one but two disasters: her truly ridiculous holiday decoration fail (no, it didn't involve a ladder, or any sense) and an epically embarrassing public fall that witnesses are definitely still talking about. Then we bounce into a fun rundown of everything worth doing in San Diego this month, plus our festive highs and holiday sighs. Plus, Erik finally meets the legendary Auntie Doo Doo in person — and trust us, it's everything you hoped for, wheeze-laugh included. And of course, a juicy Double D Showbiz report spills on the relationship status of the Wicked chicks. Are they defying gravity together or what?! Thanks for being with us every week. We love you for it!

In this episode, Luke Annand and guests John Johnstone V and Donovan Thiesson discuss their ideal Halloween Film Marathon of five films and a short that proceeds it.  Along the way, they compare and contrast Monster Squad with Goonies, mash up Goblin with Kenny Loggins and give some love to one of the top films of 2025.John's MarathonTales from the Crypt "Lower Berth"The Monster SquadTrick r' TreatHausuClown in a CornfieldBraindead (Dead Alive)Donovan's MarathonTales of the Unexpected "Flypaper"PumpkinheadSuspiria (1977)From BeyondIt FollowsTogetherLuke's MarathonThe Great North "Blood Actually Adventure"The Cabinet of Dr. CaligariThe Rocky Horror Picture ShowPhantom of the ParadiseWes Craven's New NightmareSinners"Pale, Pale Moon" Jayme Lawson"Sighs" Goblin"Footloose" Kenny Loggins"I Lied to You" Miles Caton

Paul is joined by the first member of the Ball Boy Development Program, tennis fanatic and hair deity Benjamin Kersten, to talk the ins and outs of the Asian swing of the ATP and WTA tours.  We give some love to Iga and Coco for their recent form on and off the court, have some ideas for how to get butts in the seats at the China Open, and try to solve the mystery of Jannik Sinner's tummy.  And in Cross Court we have the case of Cup Sighs, to figure out how to make the schedule just a little bit less insane.  

This Redux originally was going to be about Pittsburgh's Federal Courthouse, but when we learned that just down the same street was Allegheny County's Courthouse and the Allegheny County Jail was just across from that, we figured, why not do all these haunted law-adjacent buildings? So that's what we have for you here. The Federal Courthouse is the newest building and yet, it still manages to have spirits. The much more architecturally appealing Allegheny County Courthouse has even more ghosts and it isn't surprising that the Allegheny County Jail, with its own Bridge of Sighs, is the most haunted. Join us for haunted law in Pittsburgh! Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Music used in this episode: Main Theme: Lurking in the Dark by Muse Music with Groove Studios Outro Music: Happy Fun Punk by Muse Music with Groove Studios Other music in this episode: Title: "The Turning" Artist: Tim Kulig (timkulig.com) Licensed under Creative Commons By Attribution 4.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0997280/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1

Don't Hassle Me With Your Sighs, Chuck! She's been Annie and Peppermint Patty in her career. Having one of those feathers in your cap is typically enough for a promising career, but our guest, Patricia Patts, isn't your typical actor /voice actor. We talk about how she got each job, what helped her to be a successful adult after working as a busy child actor, she gives audition advice, and talks about her own experiences. It's a conversation full of heart, humor, and insights you won't find anywhere else. For more on Patricia Patts, please visit the following - Facebook - @patricia patts - voice actor For more on our show partners - Bones Coffee - http://www.bonescoffee.com/FSFPOPCAST and use code FSFPOPCAST Idea Farm - www.ideafarm.store - use discount code FSF15 Level Up Sabers https://bit.ly/FSFLevelUpSabers Win free loot - sign up here - www.fsfpopcast.com/contact For more on our Show - Join our Patreon: https://patreon.com/fsfpopcast Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/cpry4fCDTq Visit our website: https://www.fsfpopcast.com FSF PopCast on BlueSky, Instagram, and Threads - @fsfpopcast This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Don't Hassle Me With Your Sighs, Chuck! She's been Annie and Peppermint Patty in her career. Having one of those feathers in your cap is typically enough for a promising career, but our guest, Patricia Patts, isn't your typical actor /voice actor. We talk about how she got each job, what helped her to be a successful adult after working as a busy child actor, she gives audition advice, and talks about her own experiences. It's a conversation full of heart, humor, and insights you won't find anywhere else. For more on Patricia Patts, please visit the following - Facebook - @patricia patts - voice actor For more on our show partners - Bones Coffee - http://www.bonescoffee.com/FSFPOPCAST and use code FSFPOPCAST Idea Farm - www.ideafarm.store - use discount code FSF15 Level Up Sabers https://bit.ly/FSFLevelUpSabers Win free loot - sign up here - www.fsfpopcast.com/contact For more on our Show - Join our Patreon: https://patreon.com/fsfpopcast Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/cpry4fCDTq Visit our website: https://www.fsfpopcast.com FSF PopCast on BlueSky, Instagram, and Threads - @fsfpopcast This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Hello, Puzzlers! Puzzling with us today: our very own Chief Puzzle Officer, Greg Pliska. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals such as “Ask AI” and audio rebuses. Subscribe to The Puzzler podcast wherever you get your podcasts! "The Puzzler with A.J. Jacobs" is distributed by iHeartPodcasts and is a co-production with Neuhaus Ideas. Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas, and Lindsay Hoffman of iHeart Podcasts. The show is produced by Jody Avirgan and Brittani Brown of Roulette Productions. Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Espada keeps it cryptic on Josh Hater's possible injury, leaving Astros fans reading between the lines. Paul returns to his beloved El Tiempo margaritas- salt, lime and plenty of opinions- while C.J Stroud reacts to Brevin Jordan's latest setback, with teammates rallying around the tight end's relentless grind. And when the "Hard Nosers" start chirping, Paul brings the heat right back. 

With the way down beneath the Tower of Sighs open, a plan is made to get the entire crew past Glam-Glam. The final statuette piece is within reach!

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Whenever we've been waiting for the worrying thing to work out before we sigh a sigh of relief ... That would be a great time for a conscious creator to sigh first, before the good thing happens. Release the tension or the stress that has you on pins and needles, and you're automatically a better match to the outcome you want.

With the cart left behind, the journey into the haunted marshes begins. Surrounded by mist, glowing lights, and the sound of frogs, insects and marshland birds, it feels like the journey to the Tower of Sighs could be a long one.

"it's every bit as bewitching as the Bridge of Sighs itself"

A new MP3 sermon from Grace Audio Treasures is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The Sighs of the Savior Subtitle: Puritan Devotional Speaker: C. H. Spurgeon Broadcaster: Grace Audio Treasures Event: Devotional Date: 7/1/2025 Bible: Mark 7:34; Mark 8:12 Length: 4 min.

The sighs of Jesus--brief yet profound--reveal more about His heart than many lengthy sermons ever could. They are not the sighs of weariness or despair, but of holy sorrow and tender compassion. In the space of just two chapters in Mark's Gospel, we hear our Lord sigh twice--once over human suffering, and once over human sin. Both sighs speak volumes of the Savior's perfect heart. Mark 7:34, "He looked up to Heaven and with a deep sigh said to him, 'Ephphatha!' (which means, 'Be opened!')." In Mark 7:34, Jesus heals a man who is deaf and mute. Before speaking the word of healing, He looks up to Heaven and sighs. Why? Because He sees beyond the man's immediate affliction. He sees the deeper cause--the brokenness of a world cursed by sin. Every disease, every disability, every tear, is a consequence of mankind's fall into sin. Jesus does not sigh in frustration but in sympathetic grief. He feels the weight of this man's misery, and through that sigh, He enters into it. Our Savior is not distant or unsympathetic. He is "a man of sorrows, and familiar with suffering." (Isaiah 53:3) Every sigh of the suffering believer, finds a sympathetic echo in the soul of the Son of God. Mark 8, verse 12 tells us, "He sighed deeply and said, 'Why does this generation ask for a miraculous sign?'" In Mark 8, however, the sigh is different. The Pharisees demand a sign--though they have seen countless miracles already. Their request does not spring from faith, but from unbelief and obstinacy. And so Jesus sighs deeply. This is not the sigh of grief over physical suffering, but over spiritual blindness--a willful refusal to believe. It is the sigh of divine sorrow over hardened

A new MP3 sermon from Grace Audio Treasures is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The Sighs of the Savior Subtitle: Puritan Devotional Speaker: C. H. Spurgeon Broadcaster: Grace Audio Treasures Event: Devotional Date: 7/1/2025 Bible: Mark 7:34; Mark 8:12 Length: 4 min.

In this episode of The Analog Explorer, I catch up with Matt, founder and designer behind Beaucroft Watches, live from the Vancouver Timepiece Show. Based in Cambridge, UK, Beaucroft is crafting bold, colorful dress watches with contemporary British flair and a deeply personal design philosophy. From the sweeping case lines inspired by the Bridge of Sighs in Cambridge to vibrant, expressive dial colors (one even named after his daughter), there is a distinct design language among these dress watches.https://www.analogexplorer.com/p/ae-36-beaucroft-watches-vancouver

It's finally time to venture out towards the final statuette piece rumoured to be at at the Tower of Sighs, but first, a quick stop in at the Road's End Inn.

BUILD A BRIDGE AND GET OVER IT! In this episode, Ayden details the shocking legend of the Puente de Suspiros (Bridge of Sighs) from Comala, Mexico. A bridge said to be built with the blood of missing children.Want to hear your story on Susto? Fill out the Letters From the Beyond form or visit SustoPodcast.com to be shared on the show!Become a Patron here!

Today's poem is one of the few enduring works of a poet and playwright who burned brightly during his heyday and then blinked out almost entirely. Happy reading.Leigh, son of James Mathews Leigh, was born in London on 29 March 1837. At an early age he engaged in literary pursuits. From time to time appeared collections of his lyrics, under the titles of Carols of Cockayne, 1869 (several editions); Gillott and Goosequill, 1871; A Town Garland: a Collection of Lyrics, 1878; and Strains from the Strand: Trifles in Verse, 1882. His verse was always fluent, but otherwise of very slender merit.For the stage he translated many French comic operas. His first theatrical essay was in collaboration with Charles Millward in a musical spectacle for the Theatre Royal in Birmingham. His ‘Falsacappa,' music by Offenbach, was produced at the Globe Theatre on 22 April 1871; ‘Le Roi Carotte' at the Alhambra on 3 June 1872; ‘Bridge of Sighs,' opera-bouffe, at the St. James's, 18 Nov. 1872; ‘White Cat,' a fairy spectacle, at the Queen's, Long Acre, on 2 Dec. 1875; ‘Voyage dans la Lune,' opera-bouffe, at the Alhambra, on 15 April 1876; ‘Fatinitza,' opera-bouffe (the words were printed), adapted from the German, at the Alhambra on 20 June 1878; ‘The Great Casimir,' a vaudeville, at the Gaiety, on 27 Sept. 1879; ‘Cinderella,' an opera, with music by J. Farmer, at St. James's Hall, on 2 May 1884 (the words were published in 1882); ‘The Brigands,' by H. Meilhac and L. Halévy, adapted to English words by Leigh, was printed in 1884. For ‘Lurette,' a comic opera, Avenue, 24 March 1883, he wrote the lyrics; and with Robert Reece he produced ‘La Petite Mademoiselle,' comic opera, Alhambra, on 6 October 1879. He edited ‘Jeux d'Esprit written and spoken by French and English Wits and Humorists,' in 1877, and wrote Mark Twain's ‘Nightmares' in 1878.His last theatrical venture—a complete failure—was ‘The Prince Methusalem,' a comic opera, brought out at the Folies Dramatiques (now the Kingsway), Great Queen Street, London, on 19 May 1883. He was a Spanish, Portuguese, and French scholar, a brilliant and witty conversationalist, and a humorous singer.He died in his rooms in Lowther's private hotel, 35 Strand, London, on 16 June 1883, and was buried in Brompton cemetery on 22 June.-bio via Wikipedia This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dailypoempod.substack.com/subscribe

This week, the party does their best to assist the ever-dramatic Lady Shimmersnips—though she doesn't exactly see it that way. Here's hoping she hates leeches more than she fears dentists!

The group finds out what lies in the hole at the bottom of the Tower of Sighs.

Remember the Crying Lovers' Forum where we read about dacryphilia, the fetish for crying? Remember how sometimes we do a deep dive on a specific person because they just make us go “w-what?” Well here's your reminder! Amans Lacrimae and Lucky_Princess[some numbers] are having a dubiously consensual cry fetish rp that's hundreds of posts long. […]

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It's a HUGE SHOW, where size and sighs matters.  One in a blue moon, everyone shows up for a game and here we all are! The Gang sets out to make good on the deal they made with Glam-Glam the Giant.  When things go sideways, one homicidal Halfling challenges Glam-Glam to feats of strength!

An old one with the UEMG that features Ed Mundell (ex-Monster Magnet), Collyn McCoy(Trash Titan, Circle of Sighs, Unida) and Rick Ferrante(ex-Sasquatch)

In Mark 7:31-35, Jesus encounters a man who is deaf and unable to speak clearly, and His response is unexpected—a deep sigh. This sigh reveals Jesus' heartache for the brokenness of the world, a world that was never meant to be this way. Yet, despite His sorrow, Jesus speaks healing over the man, demonstrating that His compassion is always followed by action. In this message, we reflect on the hope we have in a God who sees our suffering, sighs with us, and still speaks life and restoration over our brokenness today.

I sit down with producer and audio specialist Richard Whittaker to discuss the brand-new Thin Lizzy Acoustic Sessions album. Richard shares how he unearthed forgotten elements in the master tapes, recorded new guitar parts with Eric Bell, and balanced vintage authenticity with modern production. We also dive into his work on the 1976 Thin Lizzy Box Set, Robin Trower's Bridge of Sighs, and The Who's Quadrophenia.There are also hints that there might be new Thin Lizzy Box Sets for the first two album and Nightlife and Fighting. Become a Patron (free trial -cancel anytime) https://www.patreon.com/nowspinningJoin the YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnZSsMr4k8ZVlrJ8MUYR4GA/joinOr make a donation via Ko-Fi: https://kofi.com/nowspinningmagazinewithphilastonThe Now Spinning Magazine Merch Shop is now open! https://nowspinningmagazine.co.uk/Thank you everyone for being part of my journey and supporting me. Phil :) Phil Aston | Now Spinning Magazine

Having met Adam and Brian, a pair of adventurers bringing back a keg of beer to their camp near the Tower of Sighs. The gang befriend them and escorts them back to meet their leader, Ursic One-Ear. And then on to the Tower of Sigh itself and its lone livining inhabitants, Glam-Glam the giant. 

Watch this episode on YouTube. We're back in person, and it feels good. Today's theme is “crisis”—or the lack thereof. Whether it's a crisis in the White House press room, the FBI, the FCC, or a general “constitutional crisis,” we've got it covered. Plus, Chris gets nostalgic about Ajit Pai. Wretch on! Time Stamps: 2:06 - Front Page 43:05 - Obsessions 49:05 - Reader Mail 50:52 - Favorite Items Mediaite: White House Bans Associated Press Reporter From Trump and Musk Oval Office Event, Editor Says  TIME: Calling 'Em Out: The White House Takes on the Press  The New York Times: Trump's Actions Have Created a Constitutional Crisis, Scholars Say The New York Times: High School Trans Athletes Challenge Trump's Executive Order in New Hampshire  The New York Times: CPI Report: Inflation Rose Unexpectedly in January  The Washington Post: Sinkhole of bureaucracy  Semafor: ‘Almost like surrender': Steve Bannon on the media in Trump's ‘Days of Thunder'  The Washington Post: Hegseth's visit to U.S. base in Germany met with student walkout The Washington Post: U.S. intelligence, law enforcement candidates face Trump loyalty test The New York Times: Serena Williams' Super Bowl appearance with Kendrick Lamar ends a Drake tennis culture feud The Daily Beast: MAGA Melts Down Over Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl Halftime Performance  Jewish Insider: CNN inks deal with Qatar to launch network hub in Doha  Semafor: Fake, viral conspiracies on X stump politicians, media  The Times: Was I enraged by America's controversial commentator on race? No, I was bored  The Washington Free Beacon: Toobin's New Beat: Renowned Masturbator Joins New York Times  The Washington Free Beacon: The Historical Case for Trump's Riviera

This episode features a good mix of humor and horror...really a quintessential AARPG episode. We continue our extended run of the Secret of the Dragon Emperor story as the gang enter the Haunted Marshes and find out just how haunted it is on their way to the Tower of Sighs.  Bonus, they Meet Adam & Brian!! Step into the rich tapestry of Dragonbane RPG as our actual play podcast unfolds in the Misty Vale, a region steeped in history as the heart of the Dragon Empire thousands of years ago. Join our diverse band of adventurers— Dane, the astute human scholar; Quiverwing, the Mallard Mage; Brains, the Wolfkin Thief; Sigyn, the Elven Huntress; Karyn, the Halfling Bard; Korgan, the Halfling Fighter; and Balor, the Dwarven Smith. Together, we'll explore the ancient secrets of a long forgotten empire, facing challenges and forging our destiny in a world where every castle, cave and crypt holds echoes of a bygone era. Get ready for an epic journey filled with laughter, suspense, and unforgettable moments in the Misty Vale!"

Fluent Fiction - Italian: Unmasking Venice: The Quest for a Hidden Masterpiece Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2025-02-01-23-34-02-it Story Transcript:It: Nel cuore di Venezia, mentre l'inverno avvolge i canali come un soffice mantello di nebbia, Luca passeggiava per i vicoli stretti.En: In the heart of Venice, as winter wrapped the canals like a soft cloak of fog, Luca strolled through the narrow alleys.It: Intorno a lui, la città si preparava per il Carnevale.En: Around him, the city was preparing for Carnival.It: Maschere colorate e costumi opulenti riaffioravano nei negozi e negli angoli delle strade.En: Colorful masks and opulent costumes reappeared in the shops and on street corners.It: Luca, con un taccuino stretto nella mano, sentiva il fremito dell'avventura.En: Luca, with a notebook clutched in his hand, felt the thrill of adventure.It: In quel preciso momento, un mistero affascinante lo attirava: un dipinto rinascimentale, scomparso da decenni, e si diceva nascosto tra i muri di Venezia.En: At that precise moment, a fascinating mystery drew him in: a Renaissance painting, missing for decades, was said to be hidden within the walls of Venice.It: Gli indizi erano celati in vecchie lettere, ma Luca non era solo in questa ricerca.En: The clues were concealed in old letters, but Luca was not alone in this quest.It: Aveva deciso di fidarsi di Giulia, nonostante girassero voci su di lei e i suoi legami misteriosi.En: He had decided to trust Giulia, despite the rumors about her and her mysterious connections.It: Giulia era una restauratrice d'arte, enigmatica e intelligente, con occhi che sembravano conoscere i segreti della città.En: Giulia was an art restorer, enigmatic and intelligent, with eyes that seemed to know the secrets of the city.It: Aveva incontrato Luca in un piccolo caffè nascosto, dove il profumo di caffè e biscotti caldi si mescolava all'aria fredda, e gli aveva raccontato di aver scoperto il primo indizio dentro una vecchia cornice dorata.En: She had met Luca in a small hidden café, where the aroma of coffee and warm cookies mingled with the cold air, and she had told him about discovering the first clue inside an old gilded frame.It: Seguendo le lettere, la coppia attraversò calli e campielli, sotto balconi scolpiti e tra ombre danzanti.En: Following the letters, the pair traversed calli and campielli, under carved balconies and amidst dancing shadows.It: Ogni indizio li portava più vicini al cuore del labirinto veneziano.En: Each clue brought them closer to the heart of the Venetian labyrinth.It: Un'indicazione parlava di "un ponte oltre il quale la maschera sorride," e così giunsero al Ponte dei Sospiri.En: One hint spoke of "a bridge beyond which the mask smiles," and thus they arrived at the Bridge of Sighs.It: Lì, un'altra lettera li guidò verso uno stretto vicolo, dove una porta consumata dal tempo si confondeva con il muro.En: There, another letter guided them to a narrow alley, where a time-worn door blended in with the wall.It: Luca e Giulia entrarono nel vicolo.En: Luca and Giulia entered the alley.It: Il freddo dell'inverno pizzicava la pelle, ma loro erano riscaldati dall'anticipazione.En: The winter chill nipped at their skin, but they were warmed by anticipation.It: Si avvicinava la notte di Carnevale e la città era un tripudio di luci e suoni.En: Carnival night was approaching, and the city was a riot of lights and sounds.It: Grazie agli indizi, trovarono una chiave nascosta sotto una lastra di pietra.En: Thanks to the clues, they found a key hidden beneath a stone slab.It: Aprivano la porta con cuore palpitante.En: They opened the door with pounding hearts.It: All'interno, in una stanza decorata con splendidi affreschi, il dipinto scomparso li attendeva.En: Inside, in a room decorated with splendid frescoes, the missing painting awaited them.It: Era circondato da figure mascherate, membri del gruppo che da anni ne custodiva il segreto.En: It was surrounded by masked figures, members of the group who had guarded its secret for years.It: I volti coperti dalle maschere esprimevano sorpresa e rispetto.En: The faces covered by the masks expressed surprise and respect.It: Luca e Giulia, dopo qualche istante di esitazione, misero da parte le paure e si fecero avanti.En: Luca and Giulia, after a moment's hesitation, set aside their fears and stepped forward.It: Il dipinto era un capolavoro, una celebrazione di colori e vita, un frammento di storia rinata.En: The painting was a masterpiece, a celebration of colors and life, a fragment of history reborn.It: Giulia, con tutte le sue conoscenze, si chinò per esaminarlo più da vicino.En: Giulia, with all her knowledge, bent down to examine it more closely.It: Luca la guardò con gratitudine.En: Luca watched her with gratitude.It: Saltavano insieme le tappe finali di una ricerca lunga e avvincente.En: They skipped together the final steps of a long and gripping quest.It: Quando le maschere si allontanarono, quasi in segno di approvazione, decisero che l'opera non doveva restare in ombra.En: When the masks withdrew, almost in a sign of approval, they decided that the artwork should not remain in the shadows.It: L'arte era fatta per essere vissuta, ammirata.En: Art was meant to be experienced, admired.It: Così, con attenzione e segretezza, consegnarono il dipinto a un museo veneziano, assicurandosi che fosse valorizzato al meglio.En: Thus, with care and secrecy, they delivered the painting to a Venetian museum, ensuring it was best appreciated.It: La loro identità restava un enigma per molti, ma il tesoro d'arte trovava una nuova casa.En: Their identity remained an enigma to many, but the art treasure found a new home.It: Luca si rese conto che l'arte, come l'avventura, non è mai completa se non viene condivisa.En: Luca realized that art, like adventure, is never complete unless shared.It: Avanzavano nel vicolo, ora illuminato dalle luci del Carnevale, con un nuovo legame e il cuore riempito di una gratitudine senza confini.En: They moved forward in the alley, now lit by the lights of Carnival, with a new bond and hearts filled with boundless gratitude. Vocabulary Words:the heart: il cuorethe winter: l'invernothe alley: il vicoloopulent: opulentethe costume: il costumeto stroll: passeggiarethe thrill: il fremitothe mystery: il misteroto trust: fidarsithe art restorer: la restauratrice d'arteenigmatic: enigmaticathe aroma: il profumothe clue: l'indizioto traverse: attraversarethe shadow: l'ombrathe labyrinth: il labirintothe bridge: il pontethe door: la portathe anticipation: l'anticipazionethe stone slab: la lastra di pietrathe fresco: l'affrescoto hesitate: esitarethe masterpiece: il capolavorothe gratitude: la gratitudineto examine: esaminarethe secrecy: la segretezzato ensure: assicurarsithe treasure: il tesoroto experience: viverethe enigma: l'enigma

It's time for our annual predictions scorecard episode, as the Ricks review their prognostications about trends in marketing, media, tech, and pop culture—the bullseyes, botched calls, and more. Brought to you by Taskin, the first name in ultra-stylish, premium-quality travel gear for

This episode features a good mix of humor and horror...really a quintessential AARPG episode. We continue our extended run of the Secret of the Dragon Emperor story as the players have stopped to stay at the Road's End Inn on their way to the Tower of Sighs.

Hailing Frequencies Open - Send us a message!John C Meyers joins the gang to pow-wow (we're so sorry) about "Journey's End! Beverly snores, Geordie draws bad boobs, and Picard gets some stank put on him. Meanwhile Cameron find a sacred soda, Rob's parents visit him in a vision, Bobi asks for a biodome, John C Meyers is the only one that makes sense, and John T Bolds has no ancestors. All this plus not one, but two games! "Know Your Roots" and "Imminent Doh!-main." Engage!Hear more from John C Meyers on his podcasts, John and Alexx Hate Stuff & This May Hurt a Bit.And follow him on Twitter.Pick up some Green Shirt Merch

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Paul, Robert, and Liz continue their conversation about Jesus in his passion, considering what his sighs teach us about being human. "A sigh says so much. We know from Romans 8 that the Spirit himself 'intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words' (Romans 8:26). A sigh, or a groan, expresses things that words can't quite capture. There are two ways we encounter the impact of fall all the time: one is sin and the other one is death. Sin is the moral face of evil, and death, the physical." "Jesus' sigh is a hybrid of frustration and sadness – somewhere between a fit of anger and a burst of tears." "The cross deals with sin, and the resurrection deals with death. It's a one-two punch. Jesus' healing ministry is all focused on some impact of the curse on our physical world and our bodies. And his teaching ministry is focused on the impact of sin. And so both of them anticipate the final solution, which is the cross and resurrection. The church continues to live out those two ministries of Christ."

It's a slow news week, so we're still talking about the deeply bizarre “holding space” video from the Wicked press tour. We also discuss the nominees for 2025 AVN awards, Sean Baker's fabulous new film Anora, and we finally answer the question that is on everyone's mind: which Sex and the City boyfriend has the biggest schlong?  Chelsea's newsletter recs: Back Row by Amy Odell, Dana Thomas, Starf*cker by Liz Goldwyn, Sighs & Whispers by Laura Helms, Opulent Tips by Rachel Tashjian (this is invitation only, maybe DM her on Twitter?) Our favorite Louis Vuitton shows: S/S 2003 & S/S 2012. Honorable mentions go to S/S 2008 and S/S 2013. Also here is the full video of Andre Leon Talley talking about F/W 2012.  Our handbag recs: Sandy Liang's Recital bag, Telfar x Wilson's Leather Carry bag, The Clare V Petit Moyen in Black & Cream Woven Checker or Courrèges' Holy Tote Bag

Is your team allergic to change? Do they sigh at every new idea you have? To start changing the way they react, keep listening to this episode! Kirk Behrendt brings back Courtney Dalton, one of ACT's amazing coaches, to share three steps to get your team on board and excited for all of your future plans. To learn the most effective ways to get buy-in every single time, listen to Episode 817 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About Courtney:Send Courtney an email: courtney@actdental.com Follow Courtney on ACT's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/actdentalSend Gina an email: gina@actdental.com Email the ACT Team for the Stages of Change tool: info@actdental.com More Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttSee the ACT Dental/BPA Live Event Schedule: https://www.actdental.com/eventGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 817: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosDownload ACT's Creating New Agreements, Policies, & Systems resource: https://23476641.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/23476641/Creating%20New%20Agreements%2c%20Policies%2c%20&%20Systems.pdf Main Takeaways:Help your team understand the why so they buy into your ideas.When your why is clear to your team, the how becomes much easier.Create a space where your team will feel safe, and their ideas will be heard.If your team feels heard, they will align with your ideas even if they don't agree.No weigh-in, no buy-in. Consistently check in with your team on where they are.Slow is smooth, and smooth is fast. Take your time so that you can do things right.Understand the five stages of change and support your team wherever they are at.Snippets:0:00 Introduction.0:58 Why this is an important topic.1:34 Alignment doesn't equal agreement.4:00 Start with why.9:41 How to get your team on board.14:36 Ask open-ended questions.16:27 Slow is smooth, and smooth is fast.19:24 Stages of...

She's sexy, she's kind, and she has a tail...sometimes. It's our first (and only) Nora mermaid love story! Bay of Sighs (2016) takes us to an even darker place, and we are here for it.

Massachusetts-based singer, songwriter, guitar player who began performing professionally at the age of just 15 years old. He is a co-founder of the band The Sighs, who were signed to Virgin Records and toured with such artists as The Gin Blossoms and The Spin Doctors. As a solo artist, last year he released a ten-song album, which he did with an Oscar-winning songwriter and producer. At the time of this episode's release, he will be performing as part of a five-week tour all throughout Germany, after having performed in August in Los Angeles.

Get your new year's workout on girliepops, and don't forget your iStrings and your flamboyant exhales. Last episode of Season 4! Bryan's entire family got COVID He's a frequent flier at the doctor's office Overdramatic parents We blame gustavo! The old goose egg Dan Rather Who watches the nightly news? The streaming wars Apple tv is doing it right The jury, westworld, and SPACE! Get in the good car, kids! Bryan goes to the gym to watch his shows Bryan's airpods got washed Bryan's hip with his corded headphones The gym bros Let's sharpen up the gym etiquette in 2024 What are we getting rid of in n2024 The treaty! LINKS: Send us show ideas, comments, questions or concerns by texting us   626.ASK.TCB3 text or leave us a voicemail Watch TCB on YouTube Creator: Bryan Green Co-Host: Bryan Green Co-Host: Krissy Hoadley Producer: Christina A.  Producer: Gustavo B.