Podcasts about strangers

Episode Summary On This Month in the Apocalypse, Inmn and Margaret talk about the woes of June. They talk about the climate of the Earth and federal repression including heat waves in Europe and India, the rising, hidden toll of heat, the indictment of the DAM 15 in the Twin Cities, and the sentencing of some of the Prairieland Defendants. For more about Prairieland visit PrairielandDefendants.com Host Info Margaret can be found on instagram at @margaretkilljoy. You can find more of her essays on Substack at: margaretkilljoy.substack.com Inmn can be found on Instagram @shadowtail.artificery or on Bluesky @inmnneruin.bsky.social Publisher Info This show is published by Strangers in A Tangled Wilderness. We can be found at www.tangledwilderness.org, or on Twitter @TangledWild and Instagram @Tangled_Wilderness and Blue Sky @tangledwilderness.bsky.social You can support the show on Patreon at www.patreon.com/strangersinatangledwilderness. Find out more at https://live-like-the-world-is-dying.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-69f62d for 40% off for 4 months, and support Live Like the World is Dying.

It might not be the flashiest part of Strangers, but it's worth taking a quick look at why Burden's prose functions so well. Also! My sense of specific thing that makes this far more than a cautionary tale about women and personal finances. AND! My own personal crusade about how we should describe this woman while recommending this book to everyone we know.

As stories of immigration top the national and world news headlines, Father Dave welcomes author Mary Fontana to share her experience with a unique Catholic resource that serves the vulnerable at the border. Mary spotlights Annunciation House, a migrant shelter in El Paso, TX in her new book called "Strangers in the Province of Joy: Practicing Radical Hospitality on the US - Mexico Border."  

Tyler Johns and Lance Taylor are back on The Next Reel for a movie-packed episode featuring weekend watch recaps, classic film talk and a confession-style main topic: famous movies they somehow still have not seen. Before revealing their biggest movie blind spots, Tyler and Lance break down what they watched recently, including Alfred Hitchcock's Strangers on a Train, the brand new Toy Story 5, the legacy of Toy Story, the 1984 adventure drama The Bounty, reviewing The Death of Robin Hood, the classic western High Noon, an Apple TV thriller and more. Then, the guys dive into a list of their most surprising movie blind spots — popular films, all-time classics, sports favorites, comedies, thrillers and pop-culture staples that everyone assumes they have seen, but somehow missed. Some picks are shocking because of how iconic they are. Others are embarrassing because they fit perfectly into each host's taste. And a few will make you ask: “How have you never seen THAT?” The guys also discuss how certain movies become part of pop culture even if people have never actually watched them, why some classics feel impossible to avoid, and whether knowing the quotes, scenes or reputation of a movie counts as truly knowing it. What famous movie have YOU somehow never seen? Drop your biggest movie blind spot in the comments.

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The great Matty Ragz finally makes his first main show appearance to discuss the last two Renny Harlin Strangers movies starring that girl from Riverdale. 

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1 Timothy 3:1-7 (NKJV)Andrew, Isack, and Edwin discuss the qualities and characteristics of those who should become pastors within a congregation.Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.    Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org.    Join the Facebook community and join the conversation by clicking here. We'd love to meet you. Be a guest among the Christians who meet on Livingston Avenue. Click here to find out more. Michael Eldridge sang all four parts of our theme song. Find more from him by clicking here.   Thanks for talking about the text with us today.________________________________________________If the hyperlinks do not work, copy the following addresses and paste them into the URL bar of your web browser: Daily Written Devo: https://readthebiblemakedisciples.wordpress.com/?p=25930The Christians Who Meet on Livingston Avenue: http://www.christiansmeethere.org/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TalkAboutTheTextFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/texttalkMichael Eldridge: https://acapeldridge.com/ 

  G.K. Chesterton wrote that there are two ways of getting home—stay there, or walk around the entire world until you arrive from the other direction. For graphic novelist Ben Hatke, that line from The Everlasting Man wasn't simply a meditation on returning with fresh eyes: it became a commission. In this episode, Joe Grabowski sits down with Hatke—author of the forthcoming graphic memoir Home/World—to trace how one Chestertonian passage sent him east for 55 days across twelve countries, and how Chesterton's deepest convictions about man, story, and homecoming turned out to be more true the farther from home he traveled. In This Episode: How a single passage from G.K. Chesterton's The Everlasting Man—the two ways of getting home—became the animating vision behind a 55-day circumnavigation of the globe What Chesterton understood about encountering the world with fresh eyes: the generosity of strangers, the power of a story to cross any language barrier, and the world that waits beyond the screen How Ben Hatke wove historical figures—Ibn Battuta, Nellie Bly, Saint Francis—into the narrative as "ghosts," and why the Chestertonian idea of the communion of saints gives this technique its deepest meaning G.K. Chesterton's imagery of the circle and the line—from The Everlasting Man to Orthodoxy to The Man Who Was Thursday—and what it reveals about why a first encounter with any place is irrepeatable Why creating the book proved as life-changing as the journey itself and what Ben discovered about story, memory, and the difference between what is factual and what is true Chapters: 00:00: Welcome and Introduction 02:25: The Everlasting Man Quote Behind the Journey 06:01: Memory, Story, and How a Journey Becomes True 08:05: The Generosity of Strangers 13:37: Turkey and the Moment It Became an Adventure 22:33: Circumnavigating Post-COVID: The When and Why 31:02: "I Admire Your Life—It Looks Like Freedom" 35:03: Making the Book: Falling in Love with Storytelling Again 39:09: Historical Ghosts: Inviting the Past into the Journey 44:58: Circles and Lines: Chesterton's Vision of Coming Home Resources Mentioned: Home/World: A Circumnavigation of Our Shared Earth — Ben Hatke (forthcoming) Ben Hatke's website Ben Hatke on Patreon Ben Hatke on Instagram The Everlasting Man — G.K. Chesterton "Drawing Inspiration from Chesterton, with Ben Hatke" — previous Uncommon Sense appearance 2026 Chesterton Conference FOLLOW US: Instagram Facebook X SUPPORT: Donate Shop Produced by Saint Kolbe Studios

We'd love to hear from you. Send us fan mail!Workplace dispute resolution is one of the least discussed and most costly blindspots in executive leadership. In this episode of Shedding the Corporate B!tch, executive coach Bernadette Boas sits down with Felicia Harris Hoss, of Harris Hoss Mediations & Arbitration, a nationally recognized mediator with 30 years of trial law experience, to break down early dispute resolution and why it is one of the most powerful, underutilized tools available to corporate executives and HR leaders.Felicia explains why less than five percent of filed lawsuits ever reach trial, what that means for how executives should be approaching conflict, and why the decision to mediate early is not a sign of weakness, it is a strategic move that preserves relationships, resources, and reputation. She walks through the four Cs of mediation, the questions every executive should be asking their attorney, and how to shift from a reacting posture to a responding one in any dispute.If you lead people, manage HR concerns, or sit in any seat where workplace conflict can escalate into legal action, this conversation will change how you think about resolution. What You Will Learn• What early dispute resolution (EDR) is and why it is ABA official policy• When to engage a mediator before a lawsuit is filed• Why litigation means surrendering control — and what executives can do instead• The four Cs of mediation: confidentiality, control, creativity, certainty• What questions to ask your attorney about workplace disputes and resolution options• How the respond vs. react mindset shifts negotiation outcomes• What 'winning' actually looks like in a corporate dispute Key Quote"If you go to the courthouse, you pass that baton called control to strangers. — Felicia Harris Hoss" Episode Chapters00:00:00 — The Legal Dispute Already Living in Your Organization 00:02:00 — Why Staying in the Room Changes Everything 00:03:00 — Meet Felicia Harris-Hoss: From Trial Partner to Neutral 00:06:00 — What Mediation Actually Is (And Isn't) 00:09:00 — Workplace Scenarios That Call for a Mediator 00:12:00 — Why Early Mediation — Before Positions Harden 00:13:00 — The Human Cost Behind Every Corporate Lawsuit 00:15:00 — Why Early Mediation Wasn't Working — And What Changed 00:17:00 — Ego, Fear, and the Real Reason Leaders Avoid Resolution 00:18:00 — The Courtroom Hands Control to Strangers 00:21:00 — The Four C's of Mediation: Confidentiality, Control, Creativity, Certainty 00:26:00 — Key Questions Every Leader Should Ask Their Attorney 00:27:00 — What to Know Before You Bring a Dispute to HR 00:31:00 — Why Even Lawyers Get Confirmation Bias 00:32:00 — Respond, Don't React: The Mindset That Changes Outcomes 00:34:00 — Bernadette's Takeaways for Every Leader and HR Professional About the GuestFelicia Harris Hoss, of Harris Hoss Mediations & Arbitration, is a 30-year trial attorney and nationally credentialed mediator who specializes in early dispute resolution for executives, corporations, and complex business conflicts. She co-authored Resolution 500 for the American Bar Association, which was unanimously adopted in 2024, making early dispute resolution official ABA policy. She also helped establish the American Arbitration Association's EDR Mediation Panel.Learn more at HarrisHossPLLC| Connect on LinkedIn HERE Related Episodes Employee Engagement Strategies That Actually Move the Needle with Ian Watts— HEREYour Calendar is Lying - The Timer Leadership Framework— HERESlow Down To Go Fast with Loretta Stagnitto — HERE Subscribe CTAIf this conversation gave you a new way to think about conflict, leadership, and control, subscribe to Shedding the Corporate Bitch on YouTube at @ShedtheCorpBitchTV for new episodes every week. You can also DOWNLOAD our free Leadership Gap Diagnostic and identify where your leadership needs the most attention right now. Support the show

You can enjoy exclusive and intense erotic audio by grabbing your copy of the Sensual Awakening App on the Apple Store.A dark, atmospheric dance studio, where shadows play on the walls, and the air is thick with anticipation. This is where our story unfolds, a tale of unexpected erotic desire and powerful seduction.A raven-haired beauty with Mediterranean flair glides around the floor. Her dance class has just ended, but her fiery spirit and passionate nature keep her moving long after the students have left. Lost in the sensual rhythm, her every move a testament to her strength and allure.Yet in the distance, one of the fathers of her students, has returned to drop off a forgotten outfit. He steps into the dimly lit room, only to be captivated by the sight before him. The electricity charges the air as he watches her dance alone, her body swaying in a way that is both hypnotic and sexy. Each turn and twist draws him deeper into her web of seduction.Unable to resist, he finds himself entranced by her performance. The shadows seem to dance with her, creating an almost mystical aura around her figure. Her movements are fluid, each step a blend of grace and raw, unbridled passion. The very air around her pulses with a sensual energy that calls out to him.Sensing his presence, she turns and their eyes lock. A silent understanding passes between them, a shared recognition of the erotic tension that has been simmering beneath the surface. With a knowing smile, she approaches him, her gaze never wavering. She takes his hand, guiding him to a chair in the center of the room.The boundaries between them blur, the line between student and teacher, parent and dancer, dissolving in the heat of the moment. Her dance becomes a silent conversation, her body speaking the language of lust and longing. He is powerless to resist, drawn into the intoxicating dance of their burgeoning passion.Each tantalizing movement brings them closer to the edge, the atmosphere charged with electricity. Her touch is light yet commanding, her fingers brushing against his skin, leaving a trail of fire in their wake. She forces him to confront his desires, to acknowledge the powerful attraction that has taken hold of him.In this moment, nothing else exists but the two of them, locked in a dance that is both deeply erotic and profoundly intimate. Hercontrol is absolute, her dominance a thrilling revelation. He surrenders to the sensual spell she weaves, the boundaries of his world expanding to encompass only her.This is more than just a story of seduction—it's a celebration of the power of dance, of the magnetic pull of attraction, and the irresistible allure of a woman who knows her own strength. Join this scintillating tale of desire, and experience the tantalizing dance of passion that will leave you breathless.Prepare to be captivated, to be drawn into a world where every movement is a promise of what could be, and every glance is a whisper of forbidden desire. Don't miss out on this erotic adventure—immerse yourself in the sensual world erotic dance, and discover the dance of seduction that will ignite your imagination.

312. Strangers: A Memoir of Marriage by Belle Burden (2026)

In this episode of Puppy Talk, I discuss whether or not you should allow people to pet your dog in public locations on field trips. The answer may surprise you. If you need help housebreaking your new puppy, visit pottytrainingyourpuppy.com for FREE resources. Our Sponsor is Top Gun Dog TrainingIn-home dog training services in the Huntsville, AL area at http://www.topgundogtraining.comRESOURCES:Podcast Website: http://puppytalkpodcast.comSponsor Website: http://www.topgundogtraining.comDale's books: https://www.amazon.com/author/dalebuchananPotty Training Your Puppy: https://pottytrainingyourpuppy.com/Top Gun Dog Training in Huntsville, Alabama. Dog Trainer near me. Puppy Training in Madison, AL. Dog Behavior in Huntsville, AL. 

God is always at work—even when we can't see it. Through the story of Esther, we were reminded that God doesn't need us to accomplish His plans, but He lovingly invites us to be part of what He is doing. Like Esther, we all face moments when we must choose between comfort and courage, silence and obedience. The question is not whether God will move, but whether we will step forward and say, “It's going to be me.” May we be people who trust His promises, embrace His calling, and boldly participate in His purpose for such a time as this.

The Next Chapter's mystery panel is back with their summer round-up. Two mystery writers, Angela Misri and Sam Wiebe have hand selected their favourite titles to add some tension to your summer, strictly on the page of course. Plus, Joe Ollmann isn't your average cartoonist. He discusses the intersection between socialism and graphic novels, and how he uses his platform to highlight the working class in his stories. He'll discuss his latest book, and share his go-to recommendations from the shelves of Epic Books in Hamilton.Books discussed on this week's show include:Strangers in the Villa by Robyn HardingA Gift Before Dying by Malcolm KemptGood Guys by Sharon BalaThe Keeper by Tana FrenchGreenwood by Michael ChristieIt's a Good Life, if you Don't Weaken by SethThe Woodchipper by Joe OllmannCheck us out on Instagram @cbcbooks and TikTok @cbcbooks

this episode we once again morph into the literary agony aunts of your dreams to dish out sweeping advice with little to no authority. we discuss the perks of joining a library (see: ways to cure shopping addiction and support your community). we talk about the it-girl books of the year, Yesteryear by Clare Caro Burke and Strangers by Belle Burden as well as their film adaptations starring Anne Hathaway and Gwyneth Paltrow alike. talk lit get hit merch rears its head as the big question of the episode – where does it come from, how does it get made, who wants it? and we find ourselves once again discussing our ongoing battle against screen time and our bid to lead a deeply Ed Sheeran life. please note: this episode was recorded before Gwenyth Paltrow's endorsement of luxury Israeli apartments was revealed.send us your voice messages here

Greetings strangers, queer and pleasant. Come hear another episode of our podcast. Starring Laura Kate Magnet-Dale & Jane Aerith Magnet-Dale. A couple of queer, trans ladies who enjoy being very very silly. In this episode: Cozy Game Restoration Demo Choo Choo Defenders Demo Iron Heart Backrooms and more. You can get early access to episodes of Q&PS over on patreon.com/stonedmonkeyradio Q&PS t-shirts available here: www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/79965780 www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/79965063 Also, if you'd like to pick up our book - based on the awful nonsense of Supremacy Software, it will be available again soon and an audiobook is currently being recorded.

2 Ways I Easily Start Conversations With Strangers Everywhere I Go

Season XII , The Introduction will help us set the stage to take back the remote control we find ourselves surrendering to others.

Armed with The Power, our heroes return to the Angelic Groves to confront Greeda Groteska's invading Muddies! As the battle rages, Roy, Yennifer, Biff, Painy, and Bideon MetaMorph for the very first time into the legendary Strangers of Power! Will their newfound abilities be enough to stop the forces of chaos?CASTChad StaffordAaron RollinsJanelle WilkeBen HollandDustin BlechschmidtKatelyn McCaigueCREWWriting and DM: Chad StaffordSound Mixing and Editing: Chad StaffordAssistant Editing: Laura RollinsOriginal Music: Ben Holland and Rory O'NeillLogo Art: Janelle WilkeSocial Media: Aly StaffordCREDITSLicensed Music and Sound Effects: AdobeStock, StoryBlocks, Envato Elements, Audio JungleRoyalty Free Music: darkfantasystudio.comSUPPORT THE SHOWbreakbattleroll.comsolo.to/breakbattleroll

2020年全国高考二卷英语听力第一节听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。1.Where does the conversation probably take place? A. In a supermarket.B. In the post office.C. In the street.2.What did Carl do?A. He designed a medal.B. He fixed a TV set.C. He took a test.3.What does the man do? A.He's a tailor.B.He's a waiter.C.He's a shop assistant.4.When will the flight arrive? A. At 18:20.B. At 18:35.C. At 18:50.5.How can the man improve his article? A. By deleting unnecessary words.B. By adding a couple of points.C. By correcting grammar mistakes.第二节听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。6.What Does Bill often do on Friday night?A.Visit his parents.B. Go to the movies.C.Walk along Broadway.7.Who watches musical plays most often?A.Bill.B.Sarah.C.Bill's parents.听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。8.Why does David want to speak to Mike?A. To invite him to a party.B. To discuss a schedule.C. To call off a meeting.9.What do we know about the speakers? A.They are colleagues.B.They are close friends.C.They've never met before.听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。10.What kind of camera does the man want?A. ATV camera.B. A video camera.C. A movie camera.11.Which function is the man most interested in?A.Underwater filming.B. A large memory.C.Auto-focus.12.How much would the man pay for the second camera?A.950 euros.B.650 euros .C.470 euros.听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。13.Who is Clifford?A. A little girl.B.The man's pet.C. A fictional character.14.Who suggested that Norman paint for children's books? A.His wife.B.Elizabeth.C. A publisher.15.What is Norman's story based on?A. A book.B. A painting.C. A young woman.16.What is it that shocked Norman?A.His unexpected success.B.His efforts made in vain.C.His editor's disagreement.听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。17.Who would like to make small talk according to the speaker?A.Relatives.B.Strangers.C.Visitors.18.Why do people have small talk?A. To express opinions.B. To avoid arguments.C. To show friendliness.19.Which of the following is a frequent topic in small talk?A.Politics.B.Movies.C.Salaries.20.What does the speaker recommend at the end of his lecture?A.Asking open-ended questions.B.Feeling free to change topics.C.Making small talk interesting.【参考答案】1-5：CBACA 6-10：BBCCB11-15：ACCAB 16-20：ABCBA【听力原文】Text 1M:Excuse me. How can I get to the nearest supermarket?W:It's on Pennings Road. Go past the post office and it's on your left.Text 2W: I don't know how you did it, Carl, but the TV works beautifully now. You should get a medal for your work.M: It wasn't hard at all. It was much easier than preparing for the test.Text 3M:Good morning, madam. What can I do for you?W:Well, the sleeves of this jacket are too long. Can you make them shorter?M:Let me take a look. Okay, I can do it for twenty dollars.Text 4W:Excuse me. Could you tell me what time Flight AF35 gets in?M:Well, it's due in at 6:20 p.m., but the announcement said just now that it has a thirty-minute delay because of the bad weather.Text 5M:Miss Miller, could you tell me how I can improve this article? I got a B plus.W:It's quite good, actually. The language use is good and the main points are covered. There is just too much repetition. You could have said everything within two pages.Text 6W:So, Bill, what do you usually do on the weekend?M: I often go to the movies with friends on Friday night. How about you, Sarah?W:Well, I love seeing musical plays on Broadway with my friends. Have you been to many?M:Not really. I saw one when I moved to New York and another when my parents came to visit, but none ever since.Text 7W:Hello, Helen Smith speaking, can I help you?M:Hello, this is David. Could I speak to Mike, please?W: I am afraid he is not available at the moment. Would you leave a message?M:Yes, I'm calling to cancel a meeting we scheduled for this afternoon.W:OK, let me take this down. Could I have your name again?M:Certainly. It's David Stone.Text 8W:Can I help you, sir?M: I'd like to buy a camera.W:Right. We have ordinary cameras, movie cameras and video cameras. They are all digital. M:Well, I am thinking of a video camera.W:Let's see.How much do you want to spend, sir?M:Oh, I'm not really sure. What is the price?W:Well, that depends on the model and anything else you want to have with it.M: I see. W:How about this one? It has one of the new memory sticks and a protective case for filming underwater so you can take it when you go diving.M:Does it have auto-focus?W:No, it doesn't.M:That's okay. The underwater filming is important for me, actually. How much is this?W: It costs 650 euros. M:Oh, that's a bit expensive for me. Have you got anything similar but less expensive?W:Well, here is the sale of the week. It's excellent for the price. Only 470 euros and it includes...Text 9W: A big dog celebrates a big birthday this year. Clifford the Big Red Dog first appeared 50 years ago, along with Emily Elizabeth, the little girl who loves him. Today we have Norman Bridwell to talk with NPR's reporter on his dog's 50th birthday. So, Norman, tell us how it all started.M:Well, it was 1962 and I was struggling — not very successful artist in New York. My wife suggested that I try my hand at painting for children's books. So I did ten paintings and took them to publishers. I was turned down everywhere, except at one publisher,where a young woman told me I wasn't very good. So if I wanted to paint for a book, I'd need to write one on my own.W: So you did!M:Umm, the woman pointed to a painting I'd done, of a little girl with a big red dog. And she said “Maybe that's a story.” And I went home. And over that weekend, I wrote the story Clifford the Big Red Dog, and was shocked when it was accepted for publication because I'd never written anything before.W: I see. How wonderful!M:Yes, it was. My wife was also in shock when she did realize it wasn't a dream.But it was just luck. W:But that luck turned into 90 Clifford books that have sold 126 million copies in 13 languages.Text 10M:Hello, everyone. Today I'm going to talk about small talk, that is, short conversations people often have with strangers they meet. Such exchanges occur at bus stops,on buses, while waiting in line, almost anywhere that strangers gather close together. As a matter of fact, these short conversations are a good way for people to say hello and express friendliness. Such conversations usually cover a wide range of topics. The topics may include weather, customer service,movies, TV shows, local sports or latest news. But you should always keep it in your mind that private questions about salaries, family life, religious beliefs and politics should be avoided during these conversations. Besides, it's better to ask open-ended questions. If you ask visitors, “Do you like our city?” They may say simply “Yes.” On the other hand, if you ask, “What do you think of our city?” They will have more freedom in answering. This type of question also shows that you're interested in them. If you appear interested in what people are saying, they feel more comfortable talking with you.

This Is Why You Don't Open the Door for Strangers

In April 1989, a newspaper clipping about an art exhibit landed in the mailbox of the Rev. Donald Wildmon, the founder of a conservative evangelical group, the American Family Association. Partly funded by the National Endowment for the Arts, the exhibit included a now-infamous photograph by Andres Serrano that showed a crucifix submerged in Serrano's own urine. Incensed, Wildmon sent a copy of the photo to every member of Congress, setting off a battle led by the Christian right over what contemporary art could be and who should receive federal funding for it. Isaac Butler, an author and cultural historian, walks through this and other pivotal moments in the culture wars of the 1980s and 1990s in his new book, “The Perfect Moment: God, Sex, Art and the Birth of America's Culture Wars.” Butler spoke to the Book Review's editor, Gilbert Cruz, about how these fights unfolded and what they meant for the artists themselves. He sat down to write the book, he said, when “it really felt like the culture wars of the '80s and '90s that I grew up in were repeating again.” Books and plays discussed on this episode: “The Perfect Moment: God, Sex, Art and the Birth of America's Culture Wars,” by Isaac Butler “Measure for Measure,” by William Shakespeare “Transgressions: The Offences of Art,” by Anthony Julius “It Was Vulgar and It Was Beautiful: How AIDS Activists Used Art to Fight a Pandemic,” by Jack Lowery “The Devil Finds Work,” by James Baldwin “Fire in the Belly: The Life and Times of David Wojnarowicz,” by Cynthia Carr “Elia Kazan: A Life,” by Elia Kazan “Fear No Pharaoh: American Jews, the Civil War and the Fight to End Slavery,” by Richard Kreitner “The Kindness of Strangers,” by Salka Viertel “The Talmud: A Biography,” by Barry Scott Wimpfheimer “My Last Sigh,” by Luis Buñuel Listen to and Follow ‘The Book Review' Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | YouTube | iHeartRadio Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts, and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here https://www.nytimes.com/activate-access/audio?source=podcatcher. For more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit andrewsullivan.substack.comTiffany is a cultural historian, writer, and broadcaster. She has been a critic and presenter on BBC Radio 4 and now serves as a trustee of the British Museum. Her latest book is Strangers and Intimates: The Rise and Fall of Private Life. It's a fascinating book of history and political insight: how privacy is deeply connected to liberal values, and why its abeyance matters.For two clips of the episode — on the first sexual revolution in England, and when privacy strengthened patriarchy — head to our YouTube page.Other topics: growing up in an Anglo-American household; losing and keeping accents; privacy a rare thing in history; the Greeks and Romans; the human tendency to gossip; the Reformation and private faith; Thomas More against Martin Luther; Cromwell banning Christmas; Hobbes and the right of conscience; Locke and natural rights; Marie Antoinette; Rousseau and self-creation; spying; the emergence of the back stairs; the Romantics and subjectivity; Wollstonecraft and women's equality; the Sodomites' Walk; the rise of coffee shops; John Stuart Mill; child abuse; marital rape; Betty Friedan; defending homosexuality based on privacy; outings; Lewinsky and the Starr Report; consent and policing sex; hook-up culture on campus; Obama's private life; Hunter's laptop; reality TV and Trump; Harry and Meghan's worldwide privacy tour; OnlyFans; and a defense of hypocrisy.Browse the Dishcast archive for an episode you might enjoy. Coming up: Bob Wright on the evolutionary force of AI, John Gray on Trump's new world, Stephen Grosz on the struggles of love, David Thomson on cinema history, John O'Sullivan on conservatism, Robby George on all our disagreements, and Megan McArdle on everything. Please send any guest recs, dissents, and other comments to dish@andrewsullivan.com.

Episode Summary This week on Live Like the World is Dying, Brooke follows up with Aaron from Propaganda by the Seed about planting a garden and what you can do now that it's summer. Guest Info Aaron podcasts at Propaganda by the Seed and runs Edgewood Nursery Propaganda by the Seed Podcast — Edgewood Nursery  Instagram (@propagandabytheseed)  Instagram (@edgewoodnursery)  Edgewood Nursery | Falmouth ME  Edgewood Nursery (@edgewood.bsky.social)  Propaganda By The Seed Podcast (@bytheseed.bsky.social) https://bsky.app/profile/bytheseed.bsky.social Publisher Info This show is published by Strangers in A Tangled Wilderness. We can be found at www.tangledwilderness.org, or on Instagram @Tangled_Wilderness and Blue Sky @tangledwilderness.bsky.social You can support the show on Patreon at www.patreon.com/strangersinatangledwilderness. Find out more at https://live-like-the-world-is-dying.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-69f62d for 40% off for 4 months, and support Live Like the World is Dying.

Most contractors spend thousands of dollars trying to attract new customers while completely ignoring the people who already know, like, and trust them. In this episode, John Pajak shares five simple text messages that can help uncover new opportunities, generate referrals, earn reviews, and create additional revenue from your existing customer base. If you're looking for a quick win that costs nothing but a few minutes of your time, this episode is for you. Stop chasing strangers and start building deeper relationships with the customers you already have.  Episode Links: Apple Podcast Listeners- Copy and paste the links below into your browser. Upcoming Events: Profit Accelerator LIVE (June 26–27, 2026, Richmond, VA):An intensive experience designed to help lawn and landscape business owners dial in their numbers, increase profitability, and build a scalable business with clear strategy and execution. Sign up and learn more: https://Profitacceleratorlive.com   Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference (July 22–24, Scottsdale, AZ) :A hands-on event focused on AI, software, and systems to help you run a more efficient and profitable green industry business. Sign up and learn more: https://www.lltechconference.com/ Equip Expo (October 20–23, 2026, Louisville, KY): The largest trade show in the green industry, bringing together contractors, equipment manufacturers, and business leaders for four days of equipment demos, networking, and real-world strategies to help you grow and scale your business. Tickets are just $15.00 with promo code PAJAK through September 10, then prices go up. Lock in your ticket now and take advantage of the discount. Sign up and learn more:  https://plus.mcievents.com/EquipExpo2026?RefId=PAJAK Show Partners: Yardbook Simplify your business and be more profitable. Please visit www.Yardbook.com  Get 30 days of Premium Business level of Yardbook for FREE with promo code PAJAK   Mr. Producer Click the link to connect with Thee Best Podcast Producer in the biz! https://www.instagram.com/mrproducerusa/   Relay Relay is small business banking that puts you in complete control of what you are earning, spending, and saving. Click here to sign up for Relay and get $50.00 cash bonus!http://join.relayfi.com/promo/get-50-ulumkswykjzwi4dqsm?referralcode=profitswithpajak&utm_source=influencer&utm_medium=podcast 

This week on Live Like the World is Dying, Brooke follows up with Aaron from Propaganda by the Seed about planting a garden and what you can do now that it's summer. We talk watering, weeding and fertilizing. If you want to learn a whole lot more about using urine as fertilizer, we've got a whole episode on that in the PBTS feed. Live Like the World is Dying is published by Strangers in A Tangled Wilderness. They can be found at www.tangledwilderness.org, or on Instagram @Tangled_Wilderness and Blue Sky @tangledwilderness.bsky.social You can support thm on Patreon at www.patreon.com/strangersinatangledwilderness. Find out more at https://live-like-the-world-is-dying.pinecast.co

Hello to you listening in Dundalk, Ireland! Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Story Prompt Friday and your host, Diane Wyzga. I can't get away from it. The Camino de Santiago keeps tugging at me. I remember two truths from the Camino: you will get blisters and you will get unexpected kindness from strangers. I became intimately familiar with both. As to the blisters: wear proper boots, air out your feet every two hours, keep your socks dry, watch for hot spots. But, as careful as you are you'll likely get blisters - the badge of honor on long treks - so you can trade stories and  treatment solutions with other pilgrims, like liberal applications of Vick's Vapo-Rub. Who knew? As to the gifts of kindness, they show up when most needed and least expected: a cold bottle of water, a wooden bench with free fruit and juice, directions from a villager, or encouraging words offered in a time of uncertainty or doubt. Just like magic.   Story Prompt: As you walk your life, what are a few of the ups and downs (the kindnesses and boot blisters) that have shaped your life? Write that story and share it out loud!  You're always welcome: "Come for the stories - Stay for the magic!" Speaking of magic, I hope you'll subscribe, share a 5-star rating and nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, bring your friends and rellies, and join us! You will have wonderful company as we continue to walk our lives together. AND!  Stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website during reconstruction, email me to arrange a no-obligation Discovery Call, and stay current with me as Quarter Moon Story Arts on Substack. Stories From Women Who Walk Production Team Podcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story Arts Music: Mer's Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron Music ALL content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.  If you found this podcast episode helpful, please consider sharing and attributing it to Diane Wyzga of Stories From Women Who Walk podcast with a link back to the original source.

Send us Fan MailActress and artist Malky Goldman joins The Big Scoop with Coop for an inspiring conversation about her journey through film, television, theater, and visual art.Malky discusses starring as Sarah Leah in the comedy film The Wedding Entertainer, directed by Gidi Dar, which premiered at the 25th anniversary of the Tribeca Film Festival. She shares her experience bringing this unique story to life through a blend of Hebrew, Yiddish, and English, while highlighting the importance of culture, identity, and authentic storytelling.Malky also talks about her powerful role as Sarah in Blumhouse and BoulderLight's Hasidic horror film The Vigil, appearing in Netflix's hit limited series Unorthodox, HBO's High Maintenance, and her transition from fine art into acting.From moving from Jerusalem to New York City, graduating from Hunter College with a Fine Art degree, and performing in acclaimed theater productions including Strangers, Rhinoceros, Hedda Gabler, and God of Vengeance, Malky Goldman opens up about creativity, representation, following your passion, and redefining what it means to be a multi-talented artist.Don't miss this powerful conversation with Malky Goldman on The Big Scoop with Coop!

Megyn Kelly begins the show by discussing what we're learning about Trump's Iran deal, the costs and benefits of a negotiated settlement, why the neocons are furious but Trump's deal will help Americans, Trump's realistic and common sense compromise approach to ending the Iran conflict, Trump's very honest comments about the state of the Middle East, and more. Then Dave Aronberg, host of The MK True Crime Show, Mark Eiglarsh, host of Positively Legal, and Andrew Branca, host of The Andrew Branca Show, join to discuss "The Tell" author Amy Griffin now suing "Jane Doe" over allegations she "stole" her memories for her bestselling book, the two competing stories and why someone is lying, the Karmelo Anthony trial judge speaking out in a rare interview, whether he wishes he had cameras in the courtroom, Tyra Banks suing Netflix for defamation over a "documentary" about her, allegations that the series portrayed her unfairly and evidence she's presenting, and more. Then Alex Berenson, author of The Fatherhood Manifesto, joins to discuss the unique role fathers play in raising children, the value of discipline and structure, why parents should avoid conflict in front of their kids, why the response to "Strangers" shows the double standard for moms and dads, debates over divorce and family dynamics, and more. Then Phillip Patrick, Birch Gold precious metals specialist, joins to discuss the state of gold and the economy right now.   Subscribe to MK True Crime to find ALL the shows: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mk-true-crime/id1829831499 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4o80I2RSC2NvY51TIaKkJW YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MKTrueCrime?sub_confirmation=1     Branca- https://www.youtube.com/@thebrancashow Berenson- https://www.amazon.com/Fatherhood-Manifesto-Defense-Practical-Involved/dp/1953039227/ Patrick- https://birchgold.com/megyn   Sundays for Dogs: Upgrade your dog's food without the hassle—try Sundays for Dogs and get 50% off your first order at https://sundaysfordogs.com/MEGYN or use code MEGYN at checkout. ARMRA: go to https://tryarmra.com/MEGYNto get 30% off your first subscription order The Wellness Company: Don't let a sudden illness derail your summer—secure your peace of mind and save $45 on a Medical Emergency Kit today by visiting https://UrgentCareKit.com/MK and using promo code MK. Supersure Insurance: Upgrade your business insurance to a year-round SuperAgency at https://Supersure.com/Megyn     Follow The Megyn Kelly Show on all social platforms: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/MegynKelly Twitter: http://Twitter.com/MegynKellyShow Instagram: http://Instagram.com/MegynKellyShow Facebook: http://Facebook.com/MegynKellyShow Find out more information at:https://www.devilmaycaremedia.com/megynkellyshow Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After the shocking end of her marriage, Belle Burden chose not to let herself get erased. Today, we talk about what she chose instead and the person she's evolved into since writing her stunning memoir Strangers. Burden reminds me that while we can't always understand why people do what they do, we can learn to live tethered to our own truth. For the show notes, head to my Substack. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

She did. Asa Ellerup gutted the basement where Rex Heuermann confessed to killing seven women — new floor, new walls, new doors — and moved into it. She sleeps where investigators believe the killings happened. She told a documentary crew the nightmares are constant and permanent.She chose not to attend sentencing. Valerie Mack's son, who was six when his mother was killed, has filed a lawsuit alleging Asa and her daughter Victoria either knew about the crimes or deliberately avoided knowing — and profited from a Peacock documentary to the tune of over a million dollars. The neighborhood wants the house torn down. Strangers drive by and photograph it. Asa will not go.Psychotherapist Shavaun Scott returns to Hidden Killers to talk with Tony Brueski about the psychological reality of choosing the crime scene as your home. What renovation and reclamation look like through a clinical lens. And what recovery means for someone whose house, marriage, and memories were all turned into evidence.Join Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/ Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8-vxmbhTxxG10sO1izODJg?sub_confirmation=1 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/TrueCrimePodThis publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.#RexHeuermann #AsaEllerup #HiddenKillers #GilgoBeach #GilgoBeachKiller #ShavaunScott #TrueCrime #MassapequaPark #Sentencing #PeacockDocumentary

That is what she told the Peacock documentary crew. Every night. For the rest of her life. And she is saying this from inside the house where Rex Heuermann confessed to killing seven women in the basement — a basement she gutted, rebuilt, and moved into.Asa chose not to attend sentencing. Her attorney said the day belongs to the families. Valerie Mack's son has filed a lawsuit alleging Asa and her daughter Victoria knew about or avoided knowing about the killings and profited from a documentary deal reportedly worth over a million dollars. The neighborhood wants the house torn down. Strangers drive by with cameras.This is a live conversation. Psychotherapist Shavaun Scott and Tony Brueski are talking through what it looks like when someone chooses to live inside the aftermath rather than walk away from it — and whether the repetition of telling and retelling the story to documentary crews is processing or something else entirely. Bring your questions.Join Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/ Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8-vxmbhTxxG10sO1izODJg?sub_confirmation=1 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/TrueCrimePodThis publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.#RexHeuermann #AsaEllerup #HiddenKillers #GilgoBeach #GilgoBeachKiller #ShavaunScott #TrueCrime #LiveDiscussion #Sentencing #PeacockDocumentary

Welcome to the group chat with microphones, where we take an unfiltered, and sometimes unhinged, look at relationships, friendships, situationships, and all of that other ship. Hosted by the Auntie with the "fun" candy in her purse, Tiffany J From BK, and her co-host the favorite Auntie, Nickie Bells.We say the things that people are thinking but won't say. That ex with community eggplant? We talk about him. That situationship that tuned into a whole other situation? Yep, we talk about that too. That friend that ghosted you like they were Casper? That's also on the list.Take an extended lunch break, take the long way home, enjoy girls night in with some tequila, whatever. We promise itwill be a good time!

Rob St. Mary and Rob Spencer join Mike to dig into Proyas's tale of John Murdoch (Rufus Sewell), who wakes in a cheap hotel room with no memory, a dead body nearby, and a city that refuses to add up. Detective Bumstead (William Hurt) closes in while the pale, bald Strangers rearrange reality every time the clocks stop — building a world that is simultaneously a locked-room mystery, a Philip K. Dick nightmare, a Kafka story with a superhero ending, and a filmmaker's self-portrait: the Strangers as producers, Dr. Schreber (Kiefer Sutherland) as the compromised writer, and Murdoch as the protagonist who tears through the painted backdrop and seizes the apparatus.The conversation covers the film's screenplay stages and two finished cuts, the studio-mandated voice-over that Proyas spent a decade trying to undo, and Roger Ebert's role as the mechanism of the film's survival. Mike and the Robs also place Dark City within the remarkable 1998–99 cluster of simulated-world films — The Truman Show, The Matrix, eXistenZ, The Thirteenth Floor — and examine what it means that Murdoch's triumphant ending leaves the city still a construct, still running on hidden machinery, with only the god changed.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-projection-booth--5513239/support.Become a supporter of The Projection Booth at http://www.patreon.com/projectionbooth 

38 people listened to a podcast I stopped publishing 19 months ago. Yesterday. And over 200 people have pressed play on it in the last three months. I have not posted about it, promoted it, or thought about it since October of 2024, and the numbers from my analytics last week genuinely shocked me. If that is happening on a dormant podcast my friend, what do you think is happening on your active show's older episodes that you stopped looking at six months ago?This episode is for the podcaster who has a back catalog of episodes they forgot about months ago because they have been heads down on what comes next. I'm walking you through the four ways strangers are finding your older episodes right now, the two ways those episodes can be working for you, what I found when I audited the very first episode of my own podcast, and the exact move to make this week to find out what your back catalog is really doing in the background.In This Episode You'll Learn:The shocking number of listens a dormant podcast can still pull in (and what it actually proves about every active podcaster's back catalog)Why your podcast is one of the only marketing channels where a piece of content from two years ago competes for a listener's click at the same level as what you published this morningThe four ways strangers are finding your older podcast episodes right now whether you are paying attention to your back catalog or notThe two ways every single one of your old podcast episodes is working right now (and why there is no third option)What I found when I audited episode one of my own podcast (and why I was the most embarrassed person in the room about it)The exact analytics move to make this week before you touch a single episode in your back catalogWant to know exactly where your podcast is losing clients? Take the FREE Podcast to Clients Audit and get your PERSONALIZED report in less than 10 minutes! → https://podcastaudit.app/ Connect with Pamela:Join 500+ other moms who podcast inside the FREE community: https://skool.com/podcasters/Website: https://pamelakrista.com/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/pamelakrista/Email: pamela@pamelakrista.com

Rob St. Mary and Rob Spencer join Mike to dig into Proyas's tale of John Murdoch (Rufus Sewell), who wakes in a cheap hotel room with no memory, a dead body nearby, and a city that refuses to add up. Detective Bumstead (William Hurt) closes in while the pale, bald Strangers rearrange reality every time the clocks stop — building a world that is simultaneously a locked-room mystery, a Philip K. Dick nightmare, a Kafka story with a superhero ending, and a filmmaker's self-portrait: the Strangers as producers, Dr. Schreber (Kiefer Sutherland) as the compromised writer, and Murdoch as the protagonist who tears through the painted backdrop and seizes the apparatus.The conversation covers the film's screenplay stages and two finished cuts, the studio-mandated voice-over that Proyas spent a decade trying to undo, and Roger Ebert's role as the mechanism of the film's survival. Mike and the Robs also place Dark City within the remarkable 1998–99 cluster of simulated-world films — The Truman Show, The Matrix, eXistenZ, The Thirteenth Floor — and examine what it means that Murdoch's triumphant ending leaves the city still a construct, still running on hidden machinery, with only the god changed.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-projection-booth--5513239/support.Become a supporter of The Projection Booth at http://www.patreon.com/projectionbooth 

Welcome Back to the Brunch Breakdown Podcast! On #TheMenu: Are the New York Knicks Fans THE BEST or WORST Fanbase, right now? Would you buy tickets to go to a Strangers wedding? Texas Tech's Brandon Sorsby. Travis Kelce & Taylor Swift getting married at Madison Square Garden, Singers you want to bring you into your Wedding Reception, Music, Beer, and A LOT MORE! See Yinz At The Table for another Delicious episode! Thank you for listening. Check out the SOUNDS OF BRUNCH Playlist on Spotify! WATCH Full Episodes of the @BrunchBreakdown Podcast on YouTube, Spotify, & Facebook. LISTEN on AMAZON, Audible, Spotify, Apple, and Everywhere You Get Your Podcasts. FOLLOW us on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, and GoodPods!

Episode 251: Hosts Richard Kyte and Scott Rada explore a simple question that many people rarely stop to consider: What happens when we stop talking to strangers? The conversation begins with a friend of Rada’s who seems to have a gift for striking up conversations wherever he goes — at ballgames, restaurants, airports and coffee shops. Those interactions are rarely awkward and often leave both people feeling better than before. That observation leads to a broader discussion about why many of us seem less likely to engage with unfamiliar people than we once were. Drawing on research and personal experience, the hosts examine the surprising finding that conversations with strangers generally go much better than people expect. While many people worry about awkwardness, rejection or inconvenience, studies suggest that brief social interactions often leave participants feeling happier, more connected and more optimistic about the people around them. The hosts also explore how modern technology has changed everyday social habits. Text messages, smartphones, self-checkout lanes, food delivery apps and remote work offer convenience, but they can also reduce opportunities for casual human interaction. As these small encounters disappear, people may lose important opportunities to practice social skills, build confidence and develop curiosity about others. Throughout the discussion, Kyte argues that curiosity plays a central role in meaningful human connection. Whether asking someone where they grew up, commenting on a shared experience, or simply noticing something interesting about another person, small acts of curiosity can open the door to unexpected conversations and new perspectives. The hosts reflect on how journalism, travel and even chance encounters have revealed that most people are far more interesting than they initially appear. The episode also examines the broader impact these interactions can have on communities. Casual conversations help build trust, strengthen social networks and remind people that those around them are not simply strangers, but fellow human beings. Kyte discusses how communities with stronger social connections often create more opportunities for belonging, friendship and economic mobility.

Episode SummaryIn this episode, Morgan sits down with Eli Wilhide, one of the most respected sales trainers and communication experts in the world.After spending 14 years working alongside Tony Robbins, becoming one of his top closers, and delivering thousands of presentations, Eli developed a deep understanding of what actually drives influence, trust, and buying decisions. He explains why most people focus on scripts and tactics when the real game is psychology, presence, and human behavior.The conversation dives into trust, confidence, influence, objection handling, identity-based communication, and how elite communicators create certainty in others. Eli also shares behind-the-scenes lessons from working with Tony Robbins, the difference between influence and manipulation, and why the best salespeople focus on changing beliefs rather than overcoming objections.This episode is a masterclass in communication, persuasion, leadership, and understanding what truly drives human decision-making.Episode Timestamps0:00 Intro1:15 Meet Eli Wilhide2:25 Lessons from Tony Robbins5:17 Presence Over Scripts11:11 Authenticity & Charisma15:12 The Art of Connection18:12 Pattern Interrupts & Influence21:26 Confidence & Communication23:36 Dreamfest24:06 Confidence vs Competence28:10 The Truth About Objections30:15 Identity-Based Selling31:23 Creating Buying Beliefs35:13 Emotional Moments That Sell38:27 Building Belief in Others42:09 The Decision-Maker Mindset47:58 Influence vs Manipulation51:23 Buying States Explained55:12 Protecting Yourself from Influence57:59 Sales, Coaching & Leadership1:02:14 The Future of Sales Training1:05:33 Dreamfest Reminder1:06:20 Advice to His Younger Self About Eli WilhideEli Wilhide is a sales trainer, speaker, and communication strategist best known for his work alongside Tony Robbins, where he spent 14 years helping build one of the most successful sales organizations in the personal development industry.Over his career, Eli has generated more than $100 million in sales, delivered thousands of presentations, and trained entrepreneurs, coaches, and sales teams around the world. His expertise lies in influence, persuasion, sales psychology, and helping people communicate in a way that builds trust, creates belief, and drives action.Today, Eli teaches advanced communication, enrollment, and influence strategies to entrepreneurs, coaches, and organizations looking to improve sales performance and leadership effectiveness through a deeper understanding of human behavior.Dreamfest Registration

Two searches of the Mariposa arroyos west of Nogales, Sonora, have been conducted based on an anonymous tip to Buscando Corazones Nogales, a volunteer collective that searches for missing persons in cartel territory. Neither search located Nancy Guthrie. A third is reportedly being planned.The anonymous caller contacted the group on Mother's Day and reported that the eighty-four-year-old was buried near a stream in a specific area of the arroyos, approximately seventy miles south of her Catalina Foothills home. He described clothing and landmarks. Fifteen volunteers searched the coordinates on May 16th and found nothing. The caller subsequently provided revised directions. A second search on June 10th also produced no results.The caller bypassed over a million dollars in combined FBI and family reward money and directed the tip to a volunteer organization rather than a law enforcement agency or established tip line. The Pima County Sheriff's Department issued a statement acknowledging awareness of the tip but confirmed it has not been contacted by Mexican authorities. The FBI has not publicly commented.Tony Brueski and Robin Dreeke examine the procedural and behavioral implications of how this information was routed — and the pattern it shares with prior unverified claims in this investigation, including ransom notes sent to media outlets and earlier reports of international leads that were never corroborated by investigating agencies.Join Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8-vxmbhTxxG10sO1izODJg?sub_confirmation=1Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/TrueCrimePodThis publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.#NancyGuthrie #SavannahGuthrie #BuscandoCorazones #NogalesMexico #FBI #PimaCounty #Tucson #TrueCrimeToday #MissingPerson #TrueCrime

Imagine the intense pleasure you could be enjoying right now by grabbing your copy of the Sensual Awakening App on the Apple Store.In the bustling city, Suzanne and Natasha were thriving business partners and the proud owners of a charming bookshop. Their store, once a sanctuary of imagination and creativity, was now a whirlwind of stress and spreadsheets, thanks to their new investors. The joy they once found in their work had been overshadowed by the mounting pressure to succeed.One evening, after a particularly grueling day, Natasha came up with a plan to rekindle their spirits. "We need a break," she said, her eyes lighting up with a mischievous glint. "Let's treat ourselves to a massage. It'll help us unwind and forget about the stress, even if just for a little while."Natasha invites her friend to a spa she knows well that promised much sensual pleasure.As Suzanne relaxes and sinks into her private fantasies what desires might surface?Dive into the world of "Sensual Dreams" and discover the art of relaxation and erotic fantasy. Experience the magic of an orgasmic massage, the bliss of yoni pleasure, and the allure of sensual touch. Ready to explore?

All of Us Strangers is a 2023 British film written and directed by Andrew Haigh and loosely based on the 1987 novel Strangers by Taichi Yamada. It stars Andrew Scott, Paul Mescal, Jamie Bell, and Claire Foy. The second feature adaptation of the novel, after the Japanese film The Discarnates (1988), the film follows a lonely screenwriter who develops an intimate relationship with his mysterious neighbor while revisiting memories from the past. The film's score was composed by Emilie Levienaise-Farrouch. If you have anything to add to the discussion, please don't hesitate to do so by reaching out to us on social media @TheFilmFlamers, or call our hotline and leave us a message at 972-666-7733!    Out this Month: All Of Us Strangers Heavenly Creatures Patreon: TBD      Get in Touch:  Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFilmFlamers  Visit our Store: https://the-film-flamers.printify.me/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefilmflamers  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFilmFlamers/ Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/thefilmflamers/  (NEW!) SCANS Movie Rating Calculator: https://scans.glide.page/  Our Website: https://www.filmflamers.com  Call our Hotline: 972-666-7733     Our Patrons:    Alex M Andrew Bower Ashlie Thornbury BattleBurrito Benjamin Gonzalez Bennett Hunter Call me Lestat. CanadianMatt Christopher Nelson Crash Blakmor Dan Alvarez Dirty Birdy eliza mc FleeBJuice85 Gia Gillian Murtagh GlazedDonut GWilliamNYC Jessica E Joanne Ellison Josh Young Karl Haikara Kimberly McGuirk LangsuyarMeLater Laura O'Malley Lisa Libby Lisa Söderberg Livi Loch Hightower M Hussman Matthew McHenry MissBooMissQuick Nicole McDaniel Nikki Nimble Wembley Orion Yannotti Pablo the Rhino Penelope Nelson Priscilla Eston-Jones random dude Richard Best Robert Eppers Rosieredleader Ryan King SHADOW OF THE DEAD SWANN Sharon Sinesthero Snake Plissken William Skinner   Sweet dreams...      "Welcome to Horrorland" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Includes music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

A few months ago, I interviewed Brené Brown for TODAY.com, and one thing she said stuck with me: "Communication doesn't solve loneliness. Connection does." The very next day, I posted a simple question in a local moms Facebook group: Would anyone want to start a running group? What happened next surprised me. In this personal episode, I'm sharing how one small act of vulnerability led to new friendships, a stronger sense of community, and one of the best decisions I've made since becoming a parent.Apply to work with Natalie for 1-on-1 nutrition coaching! Have questions or want to request a show topic? DM us @greenletesCheck out Natalie's book

There's a growing backlash against the throwaway culture most of us grew up with. Enter the Repair Café movement. Strangers sit down together, pull out their broken stuff, and actually fix it. They bring in toasters, sweaters, lamps, and anything else you can imagine. What started small has turned into a global wave of people who refuse to replace what they can repair. / The Soapbox:"Photo-Perfect People"(14:18) On the show: Steve, Yushan & Yushun

A bored New York commuter who passes the time on the A train by quietly sorting his fellow riders into types becomes fixated on one unremarkable man whose blank stillness never breaks — a man who takes the same seat in the same car to ride to the end of the line and right back again — until the need to know what he really is pulls the commuter off his own route and down into the tunnels after him.EPISODE BLOG PAGE (includes sources): https://weirddarkness.com/StrangersOnTheSubwayFEATURED STORIES IN THIS EPISODE: "The Statues" — Forced to babysit his toddler cousin in his aunt's house full of religious statues, a teenager finds a black gargoyle crouched in the baby's room that his aunt swears she never owned — right before she starts screaming at him to get the child out. *** "The Strangers" — A bored subway commuter who passes the time sorting strangers into types becomes obsessed with one blank, silent man who rides to the end of the line and back for no reason — until learning what he really is pulls him down into the tunnels after him.CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Show Open00:00:58.163 = The Statues00:14:23.981 = The Strangers (On The Subway) ***00:50:09.127 = Show Close*** = Begins immediately after inserted ad breakLISTEN ON PODCAST APPS: Look for this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music, Pandora, TuneIn Radio, and other podcast apps. Get a list of free listening apps here: https://weirddarkness.com/wdapps*No AI Voices Are Used In The Narration Of This Podcast*SOURCES and RESOURCES:“The Statues” by Sammy Ruiz: https://tinyurl.com/ydxzvtfm“The Strangers” submitted anonymously to Creepypasta.com: https://tinyurl.com/ycv86sfs(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2026, Weird Darkness.Originally aired: July 02, 2020

Episode Summary This week on Live Like the World is Dying, Miriam interviews Amber who helps support the Prairieland Defendants. This interview was done this spring, but still has a lot of good information. Find out more at https://prairielanddefendants.com/ Host Info Miriam can be found making funnies on our Bluesky. Publisher Info This show is published by Strangers in A Tangled Wilderness. We can be found at www.tangledwilderness.org, or on Instagram @Tangled_Wilderness and Blue Sky @tangledwilderness.bsky.social You can support the show on Patreon at www.patreon.com/strangersinatangledwilderness. Find out more at https://live-like-the-world-is-dying.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-69f62d for 40% off for 4 months, and support Live Like the World is Dying.

In Episode 227, Sarah talks with book industry analyst Brenna Connor about the behind-the-scenes world of book sales, bestseller lists, and publishing trends. Brenna shares insight into how sales data is gathered and used across the publishing industry, from tracking pre-orders and audiobooks to measuring the impact of celebrity book clubs and award recognition. They also discuss what makes a book commercially "successful," what current reading trends are revealing about 2026 so far, and what Brenna is watching for in the second half of the year. Plus, Brenna shares her own book recommendations. This post contains affiliate links through which I make a small commission when you make a purchase (at no cost to you!). CLICK HERE for the full episode Show Notes on the blog. Highlights Why tracking book sales is far more complicated than most readers realize — including what Circana can and can't actually measure. A behind-the-scenes look at bestseller lists and the role Circana data plays in lists like the New York Times, USA Today, and Publishers Weekly. The famously secretive methodology behind the New York Times Bestseller List. The impact celebrity book clubs and reading lists from Reese, Oprah, and Obama have on book sales. What current sales data is revealing about 2026 reading trends — and how the economy may be shaping book buying habits. Brenna shares the books she recommends — and the trends she's watching for the rest of the year. Brenna's Book Recommendations Two OLD Books She Loves The Unseen World by Liz Moore (2016) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [40:13] Bog Myrtle by Sid Sharp (2024) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [42:00]   Other Books Mentioned The God of the Woods by Liz Moore (2024) [40:22] Long Bright River by Liz Moore (2020) [40:23]   Two NEW Books She Loves Whale Harbor by Mary Beth Keane (November 3, 2026) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [44:07] Joyride by Susan Orlean (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [46:01] Other Books Mentioned Ask Again, Yes by Mary Beth Keane (2019) [45:12] The Half Moon by Mary Beth Keane (2023) [45:14]  The Library Book by Susan Orlean (2018) [46:12]  One Book She DIDN'T Love Tom Lake by Ann Patchett (2023) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [47:29] Other Books Mentioned The Dutch House by Ann Patchett (2019) [47:51] These Precious Days by Ann Patchett (2021) [47:57]  Whistler by Ann Patchett (2026) [48:55]  One NEW RELEASE She's Excited About Life Out of Order (The Time Traveler's Wife, 2) by Audrey Niffenegger (October 6, 2026) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [49:25] Other Books Mentioned The Time Traveler's Wife by Audrey Niffenegger (2003) [49:37]  Books From the Discussion Untitled (A Court of Thorns and Roses, 6) by Sarah J. Maas (October 27, 2026) [9:38] Untitled (A Court of Thorns and Roses, 7) by Sarah J. Maas (January 12, 2027) [9:38] Strangers by Belle Burden (2026) [11:54]  Becoming by Michelle Obama (2018) [15:35]  The Many Lives of Mama Love by Lara Love Hardin (2023) [15:45] Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver (2022) [15:53] The Correspondent by Virginia Evans (2025) [25:52]   No One's Coming by Kevin Hazzard (2026) [31:38]  London Falling by Patrick Radden Keefe (2026) [31:53]  Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir (2021) [33:35] Dungeon Crawler Carl (Dungeon Crawler Carl, 1) by Matt Dinniman (2024)* [33:40]  Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke (2026) [36:58]  Life Out of Order (The Time Traveler's Wife, 2) by Audrey Niffenegger (October 6, 2026) [37:00]  Theo of Golden by Allen Levi (2025)* [38:39]  *Publication year reflects the later traditionally published edition. These titles were originally self-published. Other Links Publishing Confidential, on Substack | "A Tale of Three Bestseller Lists" by Kathleen Schmidt

Megyn Kelly begins the show discussing the ongoing delays in California election results, why it could take weeks to determine the runoff in the governor race and LA mayor race, legitimate concerns about confidence in California's election system, and more. Then Maureen Callahan, host of The Nerve, joins to discuss Belle Burden's bestselling divorce memoir "Strangers," questions about the accuracy of the book's portrayal of her marriage and financial situation, Burden's spin about relationships and accountability, the lies in "Strangers" about Belle Burden's significant personal wealth from before the marriage, revelations about her trust fund worth more than $60 million, the spin during her book tour interviews with Oprah and Drew Barrymore, the turmoil at CBS News following the firing of Scott Pelley, criticism of Bari Weiss' leadership and management style, the unfolding PR disaster, Tony Dokoupil's emotional farewell to Pelley, why cable news, corporate media, and social media is such a "snake pit," whether all competitive industries feature jealousy and workplace toxicity, Jill Biden's treatment of a clearly infirmed Joe Biden on display, her gross book tour, Blake Lively using a victim's law to try to get legal fees, the way her fight is hurting real victims and more.   Subscribe to Maureen's show The Nerve: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-nerve-with-maureen-callahan/id1808684702 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4kR07GQGQAJaMNtLc9Cg2o YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thenerveshow?sub_confirmation=1 Substack: https://thenerveshow.com/   Supersure Insurance: Simplify your business insurance and get a free coverage report at https://Supersure.com/Megyn The Wellness Company: Don't let a sudden illness derail your summer—secure your peace of mind and save $45 on a Medical Emergency Kit today by visiting https://UrgentCareKit.com/MK and using promo code MK. Relief Factor: Declare your independence from pain—try the 3-Week QuickStart for just $19.95 at https://ReliefFactor.com or call 800-4-RELIEF. Byrna: Go to https://Byrna.com or your local Sportsman's Warehouse today.     Follow The Megyn Kelly Show on all social platforms: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/MegynKelly Twitter: http://Twitter.com/MegynKellyShow Instagram: http://Instagram.com/MegynKellyShow Facebook: http://Facebook.com/MegynKellyShow  Find out more information at:https://www.devilmaycaremedia.com/megynkellyshow Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.