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As we flip the single from Strawberry Fields to Penny Lane, there is much to consider. Is this as good as, or potentially even better than, Strawberry Fields? Does it manage the same deftness? And is the video any good? Alternative Penny Lane video Rankings: Track-by-track Ranking eMail: beatlesstuffology@gmail.com Instagram: beatlesstuffology JG's Blog: Judgementally Reviews… Andrew's Blog: Stuffology Produced By: JG McQuarrie and not AI, in case there was any doubt
Late last month, John shared two theories about the Cormoran Strike series of novels, both from Katya Slonenko, a member of the Reddit r/CormoranStrike online fandom: Dementia, Jewelry, and a Nine Inch Cock: The Mystery of Shanker's ‘Old Man,' His Given Name, and Why He's Never Killed Jeff Whittaker and Katya Slonenko: Leda Strike's 'Mistress of the Salmon Salts' Pudenda Tattoo. John corresponded with Katya while preparing those posts and invited her to join him and Nick for a discussion of her ideas, of life as a Redditor, and her thoughts about Rowling's artistry and meaning. She accepted the invitation but said she wouldn't be free until July to talk. Hence the wait! As expected, though, speaking with her about her own journey to expertise in Rowling Studies, her ideas about the clues Rowling has embedded so carefully within the first eight books and especially in Hallmarked Man, and the Reddit posts of which she thinks Hogwarts Professor readers need to be aware was well worth the wait.You'll want to read those posts from June before listening to get the most out of this conversation, but, regardless of your preparation, John and Nick believe that every Serious Striker and Rowling Reader will be charmed and challenged by Katya's remarkable insights, generous spirit, and winsome personality. The conversation includes three other Reddit community posts — about Leda's ‘Carnival' dress (Arachulia), about the real name of her first husband, and about the Harry Potter tattoo Rowling-Galbraith hid on a Strike novel character's shoulder — which took the discussion above and beyond the two Katya theories in the June posts.Nick and John close the conversation by inviting her back and they hope readers here will share the questions they want us to be sure to ask her on her return visit in the comment thread below. Or just ask her yourself! As she demonstrated on the threads beneath the June posts, she is generous with her time in responding to other Strike fans.Can't wait for more Katya Slonenko? Follow her at r/CormoranStrike, on Instagram (Tattoos!), on FaceBook, and check our her older, longer posts on Medium…The Ten Plus Questions with Links1. Welcome, Katya, and thank you for joining us! The serious readers at Hogwarts Professor have been buzzing about your Shanker and Leda r/Cormoran Strike Reddit posts and we're thrilled to be able to talk with you about those ideas. First, though, tell us about your first Rowling reading experiences and how you started posting on Reddit about the Strike series.2. I'm guessing that Reddit Strike fandom may be as unfamiliar to Hogwarts Professor readers as it was to me. What is it about the Pelican_Girl and TopRequirement670 moderated posts and that international community that you love the most?3. Shanker! I confess -- I hadn't given him a thought really beyond a doppelganger twin for Strike before Fiona from Adelaide introduced me to the ideas that he had to be involved in the death of Leda Strike and that the Riccis were also somehow party to it. Ed Shardlow shared your Reddit post on the subject and my mind was blown; you made a compelling case soon after the publication of Hallmarked Man last year that Shanker is a Ricci, the illegitimate son of Nico ‘Muccy' Ricci, but to avenge Leda Strike's death he has become a Met or MI5 informer. Let's start with the four pointers that Shanker gave Strike in one conversation that he is a Ricci-by-blood and what made you think of that connection:* Shanker's statement that his father had dementia or was senile;* Shanker's report that his dad taught that jewelry was the way to a woman's heart;* Shanker's claim that his ‘old man' was said to have a “nine inch cock;” and* Shanker's saying that his begetter “‘ad kids wiv abou' ten diff'rent women.”4. I see the trigger now that you've detailed it but you dug and made four more connections that were buried in the texts of the series' other books:* Shanker's knowledge of the Ricci clan, especially Mucky,* his Strike-witnessed working with Mucky in drug deals,* “he deals cocaine and is good with a knife;” and, best of all,* the reaction Robin had to both Shanker and Luca at their first meeting, the fun-house mirror upside-down reflection of the attraction half-siblings feel for another intuitively. Robin is viscerally repulsed and afraid of the half-sibling Ricci boys.We cannot not see these connections after you point them out, but they're nigh on invisible until they're pointed out! Why do you think you saw them when we missed them -- and why do you think Rowling has taken such care to make them invisible in plain sight?5. And Shanker is an MI5 informant? Where does that come from?5.5 Let's not forget that you also make an intelligent guess, the first one I've heard, about what Shanker's given name really is, one based on the names of Nico Ricci's two children out of ten for whom we have names.* Katya shared not only her reasoning about why Shanker's name is John or an Italian variant of the Evangelist's name but also her theory about the parentage and name of the other remaining character in the series who also remains nameless: the mysterious ‘Strike' with whom Leda ran away from Cornwall! (Be sure to read the comment thread for Redditor conversation about other possible Ricci children…)6. Your thoughts about Shanker all feed into theories about Leda Strike and her mysterious death in the end, which brings us to another aspect of her life and death about which you've brought an important and unique perspective. I'm talking about the Mistress of the Salmon Salt tattoo. Did you know anything about tattoos, Katya, before writing this piece?7. As a tattoo artist yourself, what do you make of Leda's tattoo placement?8. Tattoos are meaningful, powerful reflections or revelations of the person's interior life or self-understanding (see the post about Katya's ‘Salmon Salt Tattoo' theory for much more on this). What do you think this tattoo communicates about Leda? Is it another example of Rowling's text-within-the-text or a variant of her using cryptonyms to signal important information about a character's inner life?What Tattoos Mean in Cormoran Strike and a Catalog of Examples* From Katya's 2023 ‘Mistress of the Salmon Salt Revisited:'I hear you asking - why can't Leda's be just a tattoo, without any deeper meaning to it? That's because all the other tattoos in the Strike books have meaning and provide a clue to their wearers' characters.Here are some examples:* Kelsey Pratt's One Direction tattoo is an obvious link to her being a One Direction fan. (How Leda's tattoo is different? She chose the name of the particular song, not the more generic name of the band, to be tattooed on her)* Laing's rose pierced with a dagger bluntly means violence to women. Rose is a woman in the language of symbols, while the dagger is… well, a dagger.* Polworth's St Piran's cross means he's a Cornish patriot. I'll be surprised if it also doesn't mark him as The Hanged Man (a symbolic bearer of a cross)* Portia Bayliss's trident refers to her Caribbean roots* Edie had a small black heart on the knuckles because she was the creator of ‘The Ink Black Heart' cartoon.* Zoe's tattoos are of ‘The Ink Black Heart' characters she identifies with.* Pez Pierce has The Beatles quote around his neck - Strawberry Fields was (is?) a place in Liverpool.* Union Jack, a skull, and a Nordic “Chaos” rune give a good impression of what the Turisaz character will be about (all tattooed on visible spots like head or neck - he wears them proudly!);* Same with Algiz and Uruz, sans the Union Jack and the skull.* Noli Seymour's tattoo stands for “Golden Prophet”. It denotes her connection to the Universal Humanitarian Church and her status there as the current Golden Prophet.* An ace of spades was inked onto his left cheek, and a tattooed tiger covered his throat. - Jordan Reaney's tattoos are pretty telling, too.* Not a character, but still - JK herself has a tattoo, “Solve et Coagula”, which means - “I'm a writer of an alchemical detective series!” :DSo you see, all these tattoos are chosen to reflect their owners' personal histories. That's generally a feature of Rowling's writing: if she describes a character, every little detail works for the portrait she wants to paint. There are no details put there “just because” - everything is important. How the characters dress and speak, what they eat and drink, what music they listen to, and what tattoos they have tell us something about the character.What does Leda's tattoo contribute to her portrait?Nothing!In Career of Evil, when we learn of its existence, the tattoo adds literally nothing to Leda's portrait. Why is it mentioned in the story to which it makes zero contribution, except for serving as a plot device enabling the killer's obsession?Because it will be important later.* Katya shared in her answer her theory from experience that Rowling-Galbraith had secretly marked a character as a Harry Potter fan by giving her a shoulder tattoo that Potter-heads would recognize!9. Rowling's Solve et Coagula tattoo: what do you think she is telling the world about herself? Is there a correspondence or tie between the author's tattoo and its placement and Leda's?10. Whittaker quotes a line from the Salmon Salt song by the Blue Oyster Cult — “She was the Quicklime Girl” — while testifying at his trial on murder charges; what do you think that tells us about her death? Does it suggest it was suicide or murder? Do you think Whittaker did it? 11. And another one to make eleven! You thought at one point because of the meaning of ‘Mistress of the Salmon Salt' that we had to take seriously the possibility that Leda herself was a serial killer. But you've changed your mind. Why is that? * In addition to her own thinking on this subject, Katya shared yet another Redditor theory, this one from Arachulia about The New Dress that Aunt Joan said was the real reason that Leda had left her Nancarrow home in Cornwall with the mysterious ‘Strike.' Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hogwartsprofessor.substack.com/subscribe
The Floral Rockstar Retreat is officially less than three weeks away, and only a couple of spots remain!In this mini episode, Jeni gives you an inside look at the full three-day retreat experience happening August 16–18, 2026, at Becht Acres in Dennison, Minnesota. She walks through the schedule, shares newly added experiences, and answers some of the most common questions she has received from florists considering attending.The retreat begins Sunday evening with a relaxed welcome celebration featuring charcuterie, cocktails and mocktails, a farm tour, a custom cowboy hat bar, a bonfire, and s'mores. It is an opportunity to slow down, meet your new flower friends, and settle into a weekend designed around creativity, connection, and inspiration.On Day 2, attendees will start with yoga before working on flowers and participating in a Strawberry Fields-inspired luncheon and styled shoot. Think gingham linens, playful lamps, shades of pink and red, strawberry basil lemonade, and charming charcuterie baskets set in a beautiful meadow on the farm.The group will then begin creating the floral designs and installations for the Day 3 farm-to-table editorial shoot inside Jeni's 1890s dairy barn. The evening will wrap up with a girls' night out at a nearby local restaurant.Day 3 includes several large-scale floral and styling opportunities, including an epic head table installation, a basket-inspired ceremony backdrop, a decorated glamping tent, floral details on a macramé hammock, and a styled piano moment. Attendees will also experience a guided future-self visualization led by Jeni, a certified life coach.The retreat ends with everyone dining together at the table they helped create while enjoying a catered farm-to-table meal, a tarot card reader, and live music from an electric fiddle player.Jeni also answers practical questions about:Flying into Minneapolis–Saint Paul International AirportRental cars and transportationRecommended accommodationsWhat shoes and clothing to bringAnimals and farm activitiesWeather backup plansParking and restroom accessWhether attendees need to bring floral toolsWhat meals and beverages are includedPayment options and workshop pricingThe Floral Rockstar Retreat is intentionally small and intimate. It is designed to help florists recharge, reconnect with their creativity, build meaningful friendships, gain beautiful portfolio images, strengthen their confidence, and begin dreaming bigger about what is possible for their businesses.Retreat detailsDates: August 16–18, 2026Location: Becht Acres in Dennison, MinnesotaInvestment: $899, with payment options availableRegistration: http://floralceo.com/workshopRegistration will close approximately one week before the retreat so final catering and event details can be confirmed.
In this episode, Jen shares all the details about the final workshop of the year: Floral Rockstar Retreat, happening August 16–18 on her family farm in Dennison, Minnesota. This is not just a floral workshop — it is a restorative, portfolio-building, creativity-fueling experience designed to help florists slow down, connect, create, and walk away with an upgraded body of work they can actually use.After seeing how attendees used the images from previous workshops, Jen completely rethought and upgraded this experience. That means more intentional styling, more sets, more content, and more opportunities to leave with portfolio images that feel scroll-stopping and brand elevating.The retreat begins Sunday evening with a welcome gathering on the farm featuring charcuterie, a custom cowboy hat bar, and s'mores if the weather cooperates. Monday includes a restorative yoga session, a beautifully styled Strawberry Fields-inspired lunch, hands-on floral design time building out the next day's styled shoot, and a girls' night out at a local restaurant.The styled shoot itself is farm-to-table inspired, with a basket-filled ceremony installation, a richly layered green velvet head table, fruits and vegetables woven into the design, and miniature donkeys and cows incorporated into the imagery. Jen also shares that the vendor team is incredible, including Rachel L Photography, Grace Myler Media / The Wedding Edit for behind-the-scenes content, and Tim Thornburg Films.This retreat is meant to feel peaceful, fun, and creatively energizing. It is also designed with florists' schedules in mind, running Sunday through Tuesday so attendees can still work around weekend weddings.In this episode, Jen talks about:Why she upgraded the retreat experienceHow the retreat is designed to build a stronger portfolioWhat the Sunday welcome night includesThe restorative yoga and Strawberry Fields lunch experienceThe farm-to-table styled shoot conceptWhat florists will create and photographThe vendor team behind the retreatWhy the farm setting makes this experience so specialTravel logistics and why it is easy to attend even with weddings nearbyKey takeawayFloral Rockstar Retreat is more than a workshop. It is a chance to recharge, connect with other florists, build an elevated portfolio, and experience creativity in a way that feels fun, inspiring, and restorative.Learn moreVisit http://floralceo.com/workshop for retreat details.
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In this episode of Uncharted: Crime and Mayhem in the Music Industry, we dive into the spectacular failures of two Canadian music festivals that were supposed to make history. From Strawberry Fields in August of 1970, an event billed as "Canada's Woodstock", to 1996's Edenfest, a 90s mega‑festival with a killer lineup and disastrous finances, we explore how ambition, poor planning, and runaway chaos can sink even the most promising events. These are the forgotten stories of how music festivals fall apart, and why the consequences can last for decades. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
https://www.elcristoenti.com/eventosLa última sesión de la Fiesta Strawberry Fields permitió a los participantes escuchar canciones inspiradoras y hacerle varias preguntas a David Hoffmeister. Algunas estaban relacionadas con la sesión de cine, mientras que otras eran más personales, vinculadas a su camino con Un Curso de Milagros. La Guía fue un tema recurrente, particularmente en cómo esta puede ayudarnos a deshacernos de los autoconceptos y del pasado. Como Jesús enseña, solo el Espíritu Santo conoce el camino hacia el perdón.Los participantes compartieron que la duda, los pensamientos negativos y los sentimientos de menosprecio propio a menudo parecen detenerlos, y preguntaron cómo la guía podría ayudarlos a evitar las preocupaciones del ego. David compartió que el objetivo principal de la guía es conducirnos al momento presente, el cual no siempre toma la forma que esperamos. Si decidimos la forma, perdemos de vista el propósito.Como David enfatizó, nuestro propósito es alcanzar el momento presente, la aproximación más cercana al Cielo que podemos tener en este mundo. Todo lo que se requiere de nosotros es buena voluntad. Si somos lo suficientemente flexibles para ser guiados, todas las dudas sobre la supervivencia, la comunicación, las figuras de sombra y demás, se desvanecerán suavemente, creando espacio para reconocer que nunca hemos abandonado a Dios.Participa: https://www.elcristoenti.com/Si deseas saber más sobre David Hoffmeister y los eventos de Living Miracles, visita: https://www.elcristoenti.com/eventosFecha de grabación: Martes, 5 de mayo de 2026Follow us on:YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/DavidHoffmeister https://www.youtube.com/@LivingMiraclesFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/ACIM.ACourseInMiracles Learn more about David & Living Miracles:https://circle.livingmiraclescenter.org/eventsLearn more about A Course in Miracles:https://ACIM.bizDavid's Spanish YouTube Channel is: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP9Gw00CldPUmiu43y7fdWwDavid's Portuguese YouTube Channel is:https://www.youtube.com/@davidhoffmeisterucem
https://circle.livingmiraclescenter.org/events The last session at the Strawberry Fields Fiesta allowed participants to listen to inspiring songs and ask David Hoffmeister several questions. Some were related to last night's movie session, while others were more personal, related to their path with A Course in Miracles. Guidance was a recurring theme, particularly in how it could help us unwind from self-concepts and from the past. As Jesus teaches, only the Holy Spirit knows the path to forgiveness.The participants shared that doubt, negative thoughts, and feelings of self-deprecation often seem to hold them back, and asked how guidance could help them avoid ego concerns. David shared that the guidance's main goal is to lead us to the present moment, which does not always take the form we expect. If we decide on the form, we lose track of the purpose.As David stressed, our purpose is to reach the present moment, the closest approximation of Heaven we can have in this world. All that is required from us is willingness. If we are flexible enough to be guided, all doubts about survival, communication, shadow figures, and whatnot will gently fade away, creating space to acknowledge that we have never left God.Get involved: https://www.the-christ.net/If you want to learn more about David Hoffmeister and Living Miracles events, visit https://circle.livingmiraclescenter.org/events Recording date: Tuesday, May 5, 2026Follow us on:YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/DavidHoffmeister https://www.youtube.com/@LivingMiraclesFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/ACIM.ACourseInMiracles Learn more about David & Living Miracles:https://circle.livingmiraclescenter.org/eventsLearn more about A Course in Miracles:https://ACIM.bizDavid's Spanish YouTube Channel is: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP9Gw00CldPUmiu43y7fdWwDavid's Portuguese YouTube Channel is:https://www.youtube.com/@davidhoffmeisterucem
https://www.elcristoenti.com/eventosPara la última sesión de cine de la Fiesta Strawberry Fields 2026, David Hoffmeister fue guiado a mostrar la película animada favorita de Francis Xu. Esta película es una obra maestra que muestra cómo funciona el ego y cómo perdonarlo al evitar los pensamientos privados y el deseo de complacer a los demás. En cierto modo, el ego es una torre aislada que oculta nuestro ser verdadero. Solo verá la luz cuando saquemos nuestros pensamientos privados de esa torre y los dejemos ir.En el Cielo, nada está oculto porque solo somos Uno. Sin embargo, estamos aprisionados en un mundo sin sentido creado por nuestros pensamientos sin sentido. Todos ellos son pensamientos de ataque porque Dios no los creó. Como Jesús nos enseña, podemos escapar del mundo (sin sentido) que vemos al renunciar a los pensamientos de ataque. Eso es lo que vemos hacer a la protagonista en su viaje de regreso a su verdadero hogar, huyendo de aquel en el que el ego la convenció de esconderse.A lo largo de este viaje, ella se encuentra con figuras de sombra que proyectan varios fragmentos del pasado, ofreciendo a la mente una oportunidad divina para el perdón. Ya sea que estos personajes parezcan benevolentes o amenazantes, representan dos caras de una misma ilusión: la creencia de que estamos separados de nuestro Creador. Al liberar este juicio, ella encuentra el camino de regreso a su verdadero hogar. Como ilustra esta obra maestra, el mismo camino del perdón nos espera a todos.Participa: https://www.elcristoenti.com/Si deseas saber más sobre David Hoffmeister y los eventos de Living Miracles, visita: https://www.elcristoenti.com/eventosFecha de grabación: Lunes, 4 de mayo de 2026Follow us on:YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/DavidHoffmeister https://www.youtube.com/@LivingMiraclesFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/ACIM.ACourseInMiracles Learn more about David & Living Miracles:https://circle.livingmiraclescenter.org/eventsLearn more about A Course in Miracles:https://ACIM.bizDavid's Spanish YouTube Channel is: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP9Gw00CldPUmiu43y7fdWwDavid's Portuguese YouTube Channel is:https://www.youtube.com/@davidhoffmeisterucem
https://circle.livingmiraclescenter.org/events For the last movie session of the 2026 Strawberry Fields Fiesta, David Hoffmeister was guided to show Francis Xu's favorite animated movie. This movie is a masterpiece in showing how the ego works and how to forgive it by avoiding private thoughts and people-pleasing. In a way, the ego is a secluded tower that conceals our true self. It will only see the light when we take our private thoughts out of this tower and let them go.In Heaven, nothing is hidden because we are only One. Yet, we are imprisoned in a meaningless world created by our meaningless thoughts. All of them are attack thoughts because God did not create them. As Jesus teaches us, we can escape the (meaningless) world we see by giving up attack thoughts. That's what we see the main character do in her journey to return to her true home, running away from the one the ego convinced her to hide herself in.Throughout this journey, she encounters shadow figures that project various fragments of the past, offering the mind a divine opportunity for forgiveness. Whether these characters appear benevolent or menacing, they represent two sides of a single illusion: the belief that we are separate from our Creator. By releasing this judgment, she finds her way back to her true home. As this masterpiece illustrates, the same path of forgiveness awaits us all.Get involved: https://www.the-christ.net/If you want to learn more about David Hoffmeister and Living Miracles events, visit https://circle.livingmiraclescenter.org/events Recording date: Monday, May 4, 2026Follow us on:YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/DavidHoffmeister https://www.youtube.com/@LivingMiraclesFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/ACIM.ACourseInMiracles Learn more about David & Living Miracles:https://circle.livingmiraclescenter.org/eventsLearn more about A Course in Miracles:https://ACIM.bizDavid's Spanish YouTube Channel is: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP9Gw00CldPUmiu43y7fdWwDavid's Portuguese YouTube Channel is:https://www.youtube.com/@davidhoffmeisterucem
https://www.elcristoenti.com/eventosEste panel de discusión, que cuenta con la participación de David, Marina, Urpi, Helena y Jason, está dedicado a explorar la intersección entre las relaciones y la Providencia Divina a través del intercambio de parábolas personales.Durante la sesión, David Hoffmeister comparte reflexiones sobre una película donde la "especialidad" se compara con el "pegamento loco" (crazy glue), la sustancia misma de la que el protagonista intenta salvar al mundo. En este contexto, la especialidad actúa como el vínculo que mantiene unidos los conceptos que sostienen nuestra percepción de separación de Dios.Cuando hablamos de estas relaciones, lo que realmente importa es el amor. Sin embargo, las personas suelen relacionar el amor con una forma de sobrevivir, lo que lo equipara a una mera herramienta; también lo relacionan con la dependencia, la identidad, la posesión y varias otras ideas. Jesús nos enseña que ninguna de estas asociaciones es real porque no hay más amor que el de Dios. Todos los intentos de asociar el amor con el mundo que vemos fracasarán, porque el amor verdadero no implica carencia ni limitaciones de ningún tipo.Bajo esta luz, el perdón es nuestro camino hacia lo que el amor es realmente. En ese sentido, las relaciones sirven como espejos para mostrarnos lo que necesita ser perdonado, mientras que la Guía es lo que nos ayuda a alcanzar nuestro propósito. En última instancia, la Divina Providencia es la práctica de aceptar lo que es y reconocer la santidad del Momento Presente.Participa: https://www.elcristoenti.com/Si deseas saber más sobre David Hoffmeister y los eventos de Living Miracles, visita: https://www.elcristoenti.com/eventosFecha de grabación: Lunes, 4 de mayo de 2026Follow us on:YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/DavidHoffmeister https://www.youtube.com/@LivingMiraclesFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/ACIM.ACourseInMiracles Learn more about David & Living Miracles:https://circle.livingmiraclescenter.org/eventsLearn more about A Course in Miracles:https://ACIM.bizDavid's Spanish YouTube Channel is: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP9Gw00CldPUmiu43y7fdWwDavid's Portuguese YouTube Channel is:https://www.youtube.com/@davidhoffmeisterucem
https://circle.livingmiraclescenter.org/events This panel discussion, featuring David, Marina, Urpi, Helena, and Jason, is dedicated to exploring the intersection of relationships and Divine Providence through the sharing of personal parables.During the session, David Hoffmeister shares insights on a movie where "specialness" is compared to "crazy glue"—the very substance the main character tries to save the world from. In this context, specialness acts as the bond that holds together the concepts, maintaining our perceived separation from God.When we talk about these relationships, what really matters is love. However, people often relate love to a way of surviving, which equates it to a mere tool; they also relate it to dependency, identity, possession, and several other ideas. Jesus teaches us that none of these associations are real because there is no love but God's. All attempts to associate love with the world we see will fail because true love does not involve lack or limitations of any sort.In this light, forgiveness is our way toward what love truly is. In that sense, relationships serve as mirrors to show us what needs to be forgiven, while Guidance is what helps us reach our purpose. Ultimately, Divine Providence is the practice of accepting what is and recognizing the holiness of the Present Moment.Get involved: https://www.the-christ.net/If you want to learn more about David Hoffmeister and Living Miracles events, visit https://circle.livingmiraclescenter.org/events Recording date: Monday, May 4, 2026Follow us on:YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/DavidHoffmeister https://www.youtube.com/@LivingMiraclesFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/ACIM.ACourseInMiracles Learn more about David & Living Miracles:https://circle.livingmiraclescenter.org/eventsLearn more about A Course in Miracles:https://ACIM.bizDavid's Spanish YouTube Channel is: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP9Gw00CldPUmiu43y7fdWwDavid's Portuguese YouTube Channel is:https://www.youtube.com/@davidhoffmeisterucem
https://www.elcristoenti.com/eventosEste encuentro consta de dos partes. En la segunda parte de la sesión, David Hoffmeister invita a los participantes a su "silla caliente" para una discusión profunda. En la primera parte, Jason Warwick dirige sesiones de Niveles de la Mente sobre el amor y la paz, mostrando cómo la mente los confunde con el miedo y la lucha. Él enfatizó que los miedos sobre las relaciones y los errores percibidos están arraigados en el pasado; estos pierden su poder una vez que reconoces que provienen de tu propia mente.La proyección determina la percepción, lo que significa que ves aquello en lo que crees. Si crees que tienes que trabajar duro para ganarse la vida, eso es lo que obtienes. Si crees que alguien a quien amas está sufriendo, tú también sufres, incluso si no estás involucrado directamente. Ofréceles paz y amor, porque lo que das es lo que recibes. Como Jesús refuerza una y otra vez en el Curso, esto se debe a que solo somos Uno, pero darse cuenta de ello requiere entrenamiento mental y buena voluntad. Si te abres a ellos, eso es lo que esta sesión puede ofrecerte.Involúcrate: https://www.elcristoenti.com/Si deseas saber más sobre David Hoffmeister y los eventos de Living Miracles, visita: https://www.elcristoenti.com/eventosFecha de grabación: Domingo, 3 de mayo de 2026Follow us on:YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/DavidHoffmeister https://www.youtube.com/@LivingMiraclesFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/ACIM.ACourseInMiracles Learn more about David & Living Miracles:https://circle.livingmiraclescenter.org/eventsLearn more about A Course in Miracles:https://ACIM.bizDavid's Spanish YouTube Channel is: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP9Gw00CldPUmiu43y7fdWwDavid's Portuguese YouTube Channel is:https://www.youtube.com/@davidhoffmeisterucem
https://circle.livingmiraclescenter.org/events This gathering has two parts. In the second part of the session, David Hoffmeister invites participants into his hot chair for a deep discussion. In the first part, Jason Warwick conducts Levels of Mind sessions on love and peace, showing how the mind confuses them with fear and struggle. He emphasized that fears about relationships and perceived mistakes are rooted in the past; they lose their power once you acknowledge that they come from your own mind. Projection determines perception, meaning you see what you believe in. If you believe you need to work hard to make a living, that's what you get. If you believe someone you love is suffering, you suffer as well, even if you are not directly involved. Offer them peace and love because what you give is what you receive. As Jesus reinforces over and over in the Course, that"s because we are only One, but realizing that takes mind training and willingness. If you open yourself to them, that"s what this session can offer you.Get involved: https://www.the-christ.net/If you want to learn more about David Hoffmeister and Living Miracles events, visit https://circle.livingmiraclescenter.org/events Recording date: Sunday, May 3, 2026Follow us on:YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/DavidHoffmeister https://www.youtube.com/@LivingMiraclesFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/ACIM.ACourseInMiracles Learn more about David & Living Miracles:https://circle.livingmiraclescenter.org/eventsLearn more about A Course in Miracles:https://ACIM.bizDavid's Spanish YouTube Channel is: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP9Gw00CldPUmiu43y7fdWwDavid's Portuguese YouTube Channel is:https://www.youtube.com/@davidhoffmeisterucem
Fright Bites - EP04 - It Never Stopped Watching tells the chilling story of a teenage encounter that began in a quiet gatehouse and escalated into something far more unsettling. While staying at a friend's house opposite Strawberry Fields, Jack Henderson experienced strange activity that at first seemed easy to dismiss — footsteps with no one there, noises from the loft, and objects that appeared to move on their own. But everything changed during a summer evening near the abandoned school building nearby.After racing toward the empty school grounds, Jack fell in the car park and looked up toward one of the upper windows. What he saw was a black shape standing perfectly still, watching him. The figure didn't move. It didn't disappear. It simply remained there, creating a moment of intense dread that left him frozen in place. The experience would become something he could never fully explain.This Fright Bites episode explores a classic shadow figure encounter set against an abandoned school, empty grounds, and a growing sense of being watched. If you're drawn to true paranormal stories, shadow figure sightings, mysterious phenomena, and scary stories rooted in real experiences, It Never Stopped Watching delivers a tense and atmospheric account of an encounter that refused to fade.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/haunted-uk-podcast-history-hauntings-and-the-unexplained--6759967/support.
https://circle.livingmiraclescenter.org/events The first Strawberry Field Fiesta's movie session at La Casa de Milagros used the example of an innocent character to show us how to join and communicate in the truest sense of the word. This story helped David demonstrate how not having an agenda opens the way for the Holy Spirit to point us the way back home. If you have defined objectives in any situation, the "get mechanism" is active, meaning that the ego is in charge.Each decision of the wrong mind projects as something from time and space. Thankfully, Jesus teaches us that there is an alternative to the ego. That's the present moment, which we can only find by forgiving all concepts, all expectations, and material goals. Let go of everything you think you think and everything you think you know so that you really allow the Holy Spirit to decide for God for you (and for all of us). This movie session helps us get there.Get involved: https://www.the-christ.net/If you want to learn more about David Hoffmeister and Living Miracles events, visit https://circle.livingmiraclescenter.org/events Recording date: Saturday, May 2, 2026Follow us on:YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/DavidHoffmeister https://www.youtube.com/@LivingMiraclesFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/ACIM.ACourseInMiracles Learn more about David & Living Miracles:https://circle.livingmiraclescenter.org/eventsLearn more about A Course in Miracles:https://ACIM.bizDavid's Spanish YouTube Channel is: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP9Gw00CldPUmiu43y7fdWwDavid's Portuguese YouTube Channel is:https://www.youtube.com/@davidhoffmeisterucem
https://circle.livingmiraclescenter.org/eventsIn Strawberry Field Fiesta's second session at La Casa de Milagros, recorded in the morning of Day 2, David Hoffmeister is joined by ministers and beloved companions to explore a profound theme: Community as a Symbol of Joining. Rather than an earthly arrangement or a physical dwelling, true community is recognized as a living demonstration of love, collaboration, and shared purpose. It is a holy classroom where fixed beliefs about personal identity and isolation melt away through open dialogue, presence, and pure reflection. This session is filled with music, featuring live performances by Emily and Erik. The gathering concludes with a showcase of newly composed spiritual EDM tracks.Get involved: https://www.the-christ.net/If you want to learn more about David Hoffmeister and Living Miracles events, visit https://circle.livingmiraclescenter.org/events Recording Date: Saturday, May 2, 2026Follow us on:YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/DavidHoffmeister https://www.youtube.com/@LivingMiraclesFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/ACIM.ACourseInMiracles Learn more about David & Living Miracles:https://circle.livingmiraclescenter.org/eventsLearn more about A Course in Miracles:https://ACIM.bizDavid's Spanish YouTube Channel is: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP9Gw00CldPUmiu43y7fdWwDavid's Portuguese YouTube Channel is:https://www.youtube.com/@davidhoffmeisterucem
https://circle.livingmiraclescenter.org/events In this joyous opening session of the Strawberry Field Fiesta at La Casa de Milagros, David Hoffmeister is joined by ministers and beloved companions to explore a profound theme: Community as a Symbol of Joining. Rather than an earthly arrangement or a physical dwelling, true community is recognized as a living demonstration of love, collaboration, and shared purpose. It is a holy classroom where fixed beliefs about personal identity and isolation melt away through open dialogue, presence, and pure reflection.The gathering begins beautifully with the Choir of Angels, opening hearts and preparing the mind to receive the profound gifts of the Spirit. David, alongside presenters Urpi, Marina, and Jason, provides deep commentary on how relationships and dedicated collaboration become our swiftest means for healing. This session offers a direct, lived experience of walking the spiritual path together, inviting both long-time students and those searching for clarity to lay down the ego's armor of scarcity and step fully into the present moment.https://www.the-christ.net/If you want to learn more about David Hoffmeister and Living Miracles events, visit https://circle.livingmiraclescenter.org/events Recording Date: Friday, May 1, 2026Follow us on:YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/DavidHoffmeister https://www.youtube.com/@LivingMiraclesFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/ACIM.ACourseInMiracles Learn more about David & Living Miracles:https://circle.livingmiraclescenter.org/eventsLearn more about A Course in Miracles:https://ACIM.bizDavid's Spanish YouTube Channel is: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP9Gw00CldPUmiu43y7fdWwDavid's Portuguese YouTube Channel is:https://www.youtube.com/@davidhoffmeisterucem
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Christopher & Jobst im Gespräch mit Moses. Wir reden über Auspumpen von Seen, Musik nur noch analytisch hören, das letzte Studioalbum von Devo, mehr Interesse an Bands als an Einzelmusiker:innen, relativ einfach Musik machen können, Dead Kennedys komplett abfeiern, "Soundtracks zum Untergang", Luft-Schlagzeug im Sound, Iron Butterfly, der Edit des Jahrtausend von "Strawberry Fields", die Dachbodenzeit Anfang der 80er, es wird spannend wenn es rechts und links ausbricht, Aufnehmen im Proberaum von Ideal, Queen-Konzerte zu Ostern, Crime & the City Solution, Pixies feiern sich selbst auf MTV, gute Laune in der Stadt, nach dem Demo gings bergab, es fühlt sich wie verlassen werden an, die lohnenswerte Roland Kaiser-Doku, die nicht so lohnenswerten Bücher von Rick Rubin, ein Kreator-Weihnachtsalbum, ein Song von Ätna wird kommen, Mentruationsmassaker & Grenzkontrolle, ein humanoider Roboter zur Zeit des Falkland-Krieges, das neue Foo Fighters-Album, Kapa Tult im Hole 44, uvm,Drei Songs für die Playlist:1) EIn richtig guter deutsche Punk-Song: KREATOR - Hordes of Chaos2) Ein Lieblings-Lied des 30-jährigen Moses: NIRVANA - Smells Like Teen Spirit3) Ein aktuelles Lieblingslied: KAPA TULT - ARD Mediathek
Come and join us at the Strawberry Field Fiesta, May 1-5, at La Casa de Milagros in Chapala, Mexico.https://share.google/d5nXdhldXVqKpbjUlLa Casa de Milagros, ChapalaThe traditional pueblo mágico of Chapala—once visited by Yogananda, who said it would one day be the site of a great spiritual awakening—offers the perfect setting for our Strawberry Fields Fiesta. The Fiesta brings together collaboration, music, movies, mystical sessions, and spontaneous miracles, all lovingly held by the Living Miracles community and its residents. Feel the warmth of the Mexican sun, the ease and rhythm of local culture, and the depth David Hoffmeister speaks of: “If you want to wake up, go to Mexico!” Our center, La Casa de Milagros—a monastic A Course in Miracles center used for retreats since 2014—welcomes all who feel the call to awakening. Step into the experience of Strawberry Fields, where “nothing to get hung about” becomes real. Come for the music, stay for the miracles.https://share.google/d5nXdhldXVqKpbjUlFollow us on:YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/DavidHoffmeister https://www.youtube.com/@LivingMiraclesFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/ACIM.ACourseInMiracles Learn more about David & Living Miracles:https://circle.livingmiraclescenter.org/eventsLearn more about A Course in Miracles:https://ACIM.bizDavid's Spanish YouTube Channel is: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP9Gw00CldPUmiu43y7fdWwDavid's Portuguese YouTube Channel is:https://www.youtube.com/@davidhoffmeisterucem
https://programas.elcristoenti.com/courses/el-camino-del-mistico Cuando la comunidad de Living Miracles promovió uno de los primeros festivales "Strawberry Fields", Kirsten apodó a los voluntarios como los "Berries" (las bayas), y así es como se les llama hasta el día de hoy a todos los que se presentan para ayudar. Después de contar esta historia, David dio la bienvenida a todos los nuevos "Berries" para que compartieran sus viajes milagrosos al convertirse en voluntarios para la "Strawberry Fiesta" en México.Lo que siguió fue un jubiloso compartir de milagros por parte de nuestros queridos "Berries". Los aparentes problemas se convirtieron en soluciones y las dudas se derritieron tan pronto como surgieron. El Espíritu Santo les mostró a estos voluntarios que cualquiera que esté dispuesto a obrar milagros para Jesús puede estar libre de preocupaciones, porque será cuidado. El tiempo y el espacio siempre se dispondrán de manera que podamos perdonar felizmente.Estos viajes de fe, confianza y devoción convirtieron la sesión de apertura del último fin de semana de "El Camino" en nada menos que una fiesta, una verdadera celebración de propósito y alegría. Independientemente de dónde vinieran nuestros "Berries", ya fuera de América Latina, Europa o Japón, sus viajes a México demostraron ser testimonios de cómo el Espíritu Santo nos guía amorosamente de regreso a casa.Estos encuentros se llevan a cabo durante los tres primeros fines de semana de abril de 2026 e incluyen enseñanzas, películas, música, paneles de discusión y sesiones de preguntas y respuestas en vivo con David Hoffmeister.Regístrate gratis para El Camino aquí: https://programas.elcristoenti.com/courses/el-camino-del-mistico Si deseas saber más sobre David Hoffmeister y los eventos de Living Miracles, visita: https://www.elcristoenti.com/eventosFecha de grabación: Online, viernes 17 de abril de 2026.Follow us on:YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/DavidHoffmeister https://www.youtube.com/@LivingMiraclesFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/ACIM.ACourseInMiracles Learn more about David & Living Miracles:https://circle.livingmiraclescenter.org/eventsLearn more about A Course in Miracles:https://ACIM.bizDavid's Spanish YouTube Channel is: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP9Gw00CldPUmiu43y7fdWwDavid's Portuguese YouTube Channel is:https://www.youtube.com/@davidhoffmeisterucem
Markj is a Melbourne based DJ from New Zealand. His sound encompasses all things House, Techno, and everything in between. He runs a little project called Soundfood. This is where he simultaneously cooks food and DJs for his audience. Over the years he has been lucky enough to open for a bunch of amazing musicians, including Carl Cox, Seth Troxler, Moodymann, James Curd, Psychemagik and D-Nox. He has also had the pleasure of showcasing his projects at some incredible festivals, including Rainbow Serpent, Burning Man, Strawberry Fields, Rhythm & Vines, Happy Daze and Chi Wow Wah Town. In 2014 he released a cookbook featuring a group of musicians who all provided a tune to go with a recipe. Some of the artists included Opiuo, Spoonbill, Tom Cosm, Fiord and Mr Bill. For the last few years he's been working on a follow up to that book. This time to be released on vinyl, and featuring artists such as Doppel, Uone & Out Of Sorts, Electrocado, James Curd and K+Lab. You can rely on him to serenade your senses. Markj Links New Soundfood box set release Mr. Bill's Links
This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.I read 32 books in Q1 2026—and I'm breaking down the cozy mysteries, thrillers, romances, and standout 5-star reads you need on your radar.In this episode, I'm sharing my honest reading recap from the first quarter of the year, including what worked, what didn't, and the books I'm still thinking about. From bingeing cozy mysteries in Puerto Rico to discovering new favorite romances and thrillers, this is your inside look at what's worth adding to your TBR.
Sir George Martin was the Beatles' extraordinary producer and the most acclaimed and celebrated music producer of the rock era. No one comes close to Sir George for the innovation and sheer perfection of his body of work. It's almost an accident that he worked with the Beatles. Before meeting them he was in charge of EMI's Parlophone label where he produced comedy and novelty acts like Peter Sellers and Spike Milligan. His introduction to the Beatles only came about after they were rejected by 17 other record labels. When he brought them in for an audition he was not very impressed, but he was intrigued by their energy and charisma. Sir George has said that in the beginning he was the master and they were the students, but in time this role reversed and they became the masters and he the student. This transformation was due to the genius of Lennon and McCartney and their constant pushing him to create more and different sounds and effects. It's beyond discussion that the Beatles would not have been the Beatles without George Martin. From convincing Paul to use a string quartet on “Yesterday”, to his slowed down then sped up piano solo on “In My Life”, to his creation of a circus swirl on “Being For The Benefit Of Mr Kite”, to his seamless combination of two takes at different speeds and different keys on “Strawberry Fields” - he truly was the 5th Beatle. He went on to produce a host of other artists and hits including Jeff Beck, the Mahavishnu Orchestra, America and Gerry and the Pacemakers. In his career, he produced 30 number-one hit singles in the UK and 23 number-one hits in the United States, winning six Grammys. Think about how lucky we were that fate brought together the Beatles and Sir George Martin. Together they changed the world. —----------------------------------------------------------- The Follow Your Dream Podcast:Top 1% of all podcasts with Listeners in 200 countries! Click here for All Episodes Click here for Guest List Click here for Guest Groupings Click here for Guest Testimonials Click here to Subscribe Click here to receive our Email Updates Click here to Rate and Review the podcast —---------------------------------------- ROBERT'S NEWEST RELEASE:“MI CACHIMBER ALL STARS” is the new, expanded version of Robert's single, “Mi Cachimber”, which he wrote for his father. Featuring Camila Cortina on Rhodes and Xito Lovell on trombone in addition to Benny Benack III and Dave Smith on flugelhorn, and Project Grand Slam's rhythm section. CLICK HERE FOR OFFICIAL VIDEO CLICK HERE FOR ALL LINKS —-------------------------------------- ROBERT'S RECENT RELEASE: “MA PETITE FLEUR STRING QUARTET” is Robert's recent release. It transforms his jazz ballad into a lush classical string quartet piece. Praised by a host of classical music stars. CLICK HERE FOR YOUTUBE LINK CLICK HERE FOR ALL LINKS —--------------------------------------- Audio production: Jimmy RavenscroftKymera Films Connect with the Follow Your Dream Podcast: Website - www.followyourdreampodcast.comEmail Robert - robert@followyourdreampodcast.com Follow Robert's band, Project Grand Slam, and his music: Website - www.projectgrandslam.comYouTubeSpotify MusicApple MusicEmail - pgs@projectgrandslam.com
Fluent Fiction - Hindi: Strawberry Fields of Destiny: A New Beginning in Mahabaleshwar Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hi/episode/2026-01-30-08-38-20-hi Story Transcript:Hi: महाबलेश्वर की ठंडी हवाएं और दिलकश नज़ारे हर किसी को अपनी ओर खींच लेते हैं।En: The cool breezes and captivating views of Mahabaleshwar draw everyone towards them.Hi: इस हसीन हिल स्टेशन में, एक सुहावने मौसम की सुबह, राजीव ने पहली बार कदम रखा।En: On a delightful morning in this beautiful hill station, Rajeev set foot for the first time.Hi: अपने लेखन के लिए नई प्रेरणा की तलाश में, उसने सोचा कि शायद इस जगह की खूबसूरती और गिरफ्तारी उसे नया दृष्टिकोण दे।En: In search of new inspiration for his writing, he thought that perhaps the beauty and allure of this place would give him a new perspective.Hi: दूसरी ओर, अनाया, जो स्थानीय तत्परता के साथ अपनी रसोई में नए प्रयोग करना चाहती थी, महाबलेश्वर की ताज़ी स्ट्रॉबेरी के बारे में सुनकर यहाँ आई थी।En: On the other hand, Anaya, who wanted to experiment in her kitchen with local freshness, had come here after hearing about the fresh strawberries of Mahabaleshwar.Hi: राजीव कुछ उलझन में था।En: Rajeev was somewhat puzzled.Hi: अपनी किताब के लिए कोई नई कहानी नहीं सूझ रही थी।En: He couldn't come up with a new story for his book.Hi: वह अक्सर खुद से सवाल करता, "क्या मैं एक अच्छा लेखक हूँ?En: He often questioned himself, "Am I a good writer?"Hi: " लेकिन मन ही मन उम्मीद थी कि यहाँ कुछ नया मिलेगा।En: But deep inside, he hoped that he would find something new here.Hi: उसने अपनी डायरी लेकर स्ट्रॉबेरी फार्म की ओर रुख किया, जहाँ मैदान में हर जगह लाल, रसीली स्ट्रॉबेरी खिल रही थी।En: He took his diary and headed towards the strawberry farm, where everywhere in the field, red, juicy strawberries were blooming.Hi: उसी समय अनाया, अपनी टोकरी के साथ फार्म में दाखिल हुई।En: At the same time, Anaya, with her basket, entered the farm.Hi: उसने देखा कि राजीव एक किनारे पर बैठा था, गहरी सोच में डूबा हुआ।En: She saw Rajeev sitting on one side, lost in deep thought.Hi: उन दोनों के बीच मुलाकात वाकई अचानक हुई।En: Their meeting was indeed sudden.Hi: अनाया ने बिना संकोच राजीव के पास जाकर कहा, "क्या आप भी इन स्ट्रॉबेरी को देखकर उतना ही खुश हो जाते हैं जितना मैं होती हूँ?En: Without hesitation, Anaya went up to Rajeev and said, "Do you also feel as happy seeing these strawberries as I do?"Hi: "राजीव की आँखें चमक उठीं।En: Rajeev's eyes lit up.Hi: बातचीत का यह अप्रत्याशित विषय उसे भा गया।En: This unexpected topic of conversation pleased him.Hi: अनाया ने उसे बताया कि कैसे वह ताज़ी फल और सब्जियों से नई डिश तैयार करने का सपना देख रही थी।En: Anaya told him how she dreamed of creating new dishes with fresh fruits and vegetables.Hi: राजीव ने भी अपनी परेशानियों की बात की।En: Rajeev also talked about his troubles.Hi: धीरे-धीरे, बातचीत ने दोनों के बीच एक ऐसा संबंध बना दिया, जो अधिक गहरा होता गया।En: Gradually, their conversation formed a bond between the two, which became deeper.Hi: स्ट्रॉबेरी फार्म में वह ठंडी सुबह एक गर्म दोस्ती में बदल गई।En: On that chilly morning at the strawberry farm, a warm friendship developed.Hi: राजीव ने महसूस किया कि विचारों की तलाश की जगह, उसे बस अनुभवों में खो जाना है।En: Rajeev realized that instead of searching for ideas, he just needed to lose himself in experiences.Hi: अनाया ने नई रेसिपीज़ के लिए नए सूत्र पाए।En: Anaya found new ideas for her recipes.Hi: महाबलेश्वर को अलविदा कहते हुए, दोनों एक-दूसरे से यह कहकर विदा हुए कि "यह यात्रा हमारी ज़िंदगी में नई शुरुआत बन गई।En: Saying goodbye to Mahabaleshwar, both bid each other farewell by saying, "This journey has become a new beginning in our lives."Hi: " राजीव अब मन में यह भावना लेकर जाना चाहता था कि जीवन से और अपनों से कुछ नया सीखने के लिए हमें कभी न ठहरना चाहिए।En: Rajeev wanted to leave with the notion that to learn something new from life and loved ones, we should never stop.Hi: अनाया भी अब नये प्रयोगों के लिए तैयार थी।En: Anaya was now ready for new experiments.Hi: इस प्रकार, महाबलेश्वर की हसीन वादी और ठंडी हवाओं ने दोनों के भविष्य की यात्रा का मार्ग प्रशस्त किया।En: Thus, the beautiful valleys and cool breezes of Mahabaleshwar paved the way for their future journey.Hi: दोनों के मन में एक नई रोशनी और नयी ऊर्जा का संचार हुआ, जो उन्हें अपने सपनों का पीछा करने के लिए प्रोत्साहित करती रही।En: A new light and energy filled their hearts, encouraging them to pursue their dreams. Vocabulary Words:captivating: दिलकशdraw: खींचनाdelightful: सुहावनाinspiration: प्रेरणाallure: गिरफ्तारीperspective: दृष्टिकोणexperiment: प्रयोगpuzzled: उलझन मेंhesitation: संकोचunexpected: अप्रत्याशितbond: संबंधchilly: ठंडीfarewell: विदाnotion: भावनाpursue: पीछा करनाenergy: ऊर्जाencourage: प्रोत्साहित करनाvalleys: वादीfreshness: ताज़गीstrawberries: स्ट्रॉबेरीdiary: डायरीjuicy: रसीलीblooming: खिलनाconversation: बातचीतtroubles: परेशानियाँdeeper: गहराexperiences: अनुभवgoodbye: अलविदाbeautiful: खूबसूरतlight: रोशनी
Send us a textTim is joined by John Lennon's half-sister Julia Baird to explore “Strawberry Fields Forever.” They trace John's early musical roots, unpack the song as a window into his inner life, and reflect on Strawberry Field's legacy today, from the meditative gardens to the “Imagine” Steinway piano.Julia Baird's website: https://juliabaird.co.ukStrawberry Field: https://www.strawberryfield.salvationarmy.org.ukFollow My Favourite Beatles SongBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/myfavebeatles.bsky.socialX (Twitter): https://twitter.com/myfavebeatlesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MyFavouriteBeatlesSongInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/myfavouritebeatlessongOriginal music by Joe KaneLogo design by Mark Cunningham
Send us a textDespite being a successful music publisher today, Greig Watts' career almost never happened due to early discouragement. He recalls a pivotal school report where a teacher claimed he was "not interested" in music, leading him to abandon his studies for a "proper" career in business and banking. For years, he felt the pressure to move away from his creative passions, a struggle he now shares in his book, Keeping the Dream Alive, to inspire other artists to persevere through rejection and ignore the critics who doubt their potential.The trajectory of Greig's life shifted at age 14 when a supportive teacher, Mr. Bland, allowed him to use the school's recording studio to cover "Strawberry Fields Forever." This six-week project became a transformative experience where Greig discovered he could sing and fell in love with the production process. He credits this specific act of mentorship and his fascination with The Beatles' innovative recording techniques as the "catalyst" that eventually drew him back to the music industry full-time, proving that one person's belief can change a student's entire future. Full Show Notes
“I'm not that giiiirl.” In this episode, your hosts Martyr (@dragthemartyr) and Cate (@ctepper) chat about Wicked, cruise life, Disney, AI, getting new jobs, and the Glam Awards! Later, returning guest Strawberry Fields stops by! She catches us up on life since she was last on the podcast in 2019. She tells us about her friendship with Werrrk.com's Chiffon Dior, performing at Pangea and Green Room 42 and singing live! Plus games galore! + Follow our guest: @backstage_berry on Instagram and www.backstageberry.com + See Strawberry at Green Room 42 on December 18th at 7pm: https://thegreenroom42.venuetix.com/showdetails/W1L4ktlihqu7i0VpMuu8/ZLSvA312oH4v8nifLrJg + Catch up with the first time Strawberry came to the show: https://pod.link/1460638348/episode/dGFnOnNvdW5kY2xvdWQsMjAxMDp0cmFja3MvNjYxMDEwNDUz + Vote for “Wigging Out” for Best Podcast at The Glam Awards: https://www.glamawards.net/people-s-choice ~ Follow the pod on Instagram and Facebook @wiggingoutpodcast and on twitter @wiggingoutpod Thots, comments, and dick pics? Please send to dragthemartyr@gmail.com Cover art: Madeline De Michele - www.madelinedemichele.com Music: “Club” by Andrew Huang (www.youtube.com/channel/UCdcemy56JtVTrsFIOoqvV8g) under Creative Commons. Edits by C.Tepper
The Coffee Opie is drinking with Protein use this link for 20% offhttps://strongcoffeecompany.com/discount/OPIERADIOJoin Opie for a wild and hilarious episode of the Opie Radio podcast, live from Gebhards in NYC! When co-host Matt bails last minute due to an epic "liquid war," Opie calls in the cavalry—comedians Ron the Waiter and Tony P—to keep the laughs flowing. The trio dives into raucous banter about everything from Ron's questionable audition for a Benjamin Franklin role to Tony P's flooded basement and surprising fear of swimming. Things take a soulful turn when musical guest Michael G. Potter, a Strawberry Fields regular, delivers stellar performances of Beatles classics "Dig a Pony" and "Yesterday," joined unexpectedly by local singer Junior for a magical duet. Potter also shares his original song "Truth" and a heartfelt Neil Young cover, "Tell Me Why." Expect crude tales of lost virginities, bizarre childhood snacks like "sugar eggs," and heated debates over Rolling Stone's top songs of the 21st century. It's a chaotic, laugh-filled, and heartfelt snapshot of NYC's gritty comedy scene!
The boys unravel a shocking truth about what is (and isn't) in the water.
Opie kicks off the week with a wild Monday rant! Oregon's taking on Trump in court, sparking a deep dive into the staggering number of lawsuits the former president has faced—ove r***** and counting! Plus, a massive 58 million-pound corn dog recall due to wood in the batter (yep, you read that right). Opie shares a chilling tale of human body parts stolen from Harvard's morgue for a bizarre black-market trade. Things get lively with a nod to the Ryder Cup drama, a New York City mayoral race shake-up, and a nostalgic live stream from Strawberry Fields featuring a killer Beatles performance by Michael G. Potter. Oh, and don't miss Opie's take on “pocket packing”—the new trend of swiping restaurant condiments and utensils. Tune in for laughs, shocks, and a whole lot of Opie's unfiltered takes! Subscribe to Opie Radio for more.
In an incredible career that has spanned 60 years, Engelbert Humperdinck has sold over 150 million records worldwide, with songs ranging from romantic ballads to movie theme songs, disco, rock, and gospel. These records have earned him 64 gold albums, 35 platinum albums, four Grammy Award nominations, and a Golden Globe. Among Engelbert's hit songs are “The Last Waltz,” “A Man Without Love,” “Quando, Quando, Quando,” and 1967's “Release Me,” which dominated the music charts for 56 weeks, beating out the Beatles' “Penny Lane” and “Strawberry Fields” for the number one position on the charts, and depriving the Beatles of their 13th consecutive No.1. At 89 years old, Engelbert still performs around the world. Join Shannon and Engelbert as they discuss his inspiring life, from his childhood in India to his early career struggles, to meeting the love of his life and becoming an international music star who still makes audiences swoon. Don't miss this charming conversation with the King of Romance himself.
You'll probably see a strawberry or two on an American flag cake this holiday weekend, but the fruit in Tennessee is under threat. Plus, the local news for July 3, 2025, and a look at community benefits agreements in the state. Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public RadioHost/producer: Nina CardonaEditor: Miriam KramerAdditional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonzalez, Rachel Iacovone, LaTonya Turner and the staff of WPLN and WNXP
Day 1- Strawberry Fields Festival 2025 - David Hoffmeister In this thought-provoking session from the 2025 Strawberry Fields Festival, spiritual teacher David Hoffmeister dives into the nature of perception, the illusion of fragmentation, and the ego's role in shaping our view of reality. Using insights from A Course in Miracles and the Black Mirror Episode 'Běte Noire', he challenges listeners to reconsider how they see the world—not as a collection of external problems but as a perceptual challenge within the mind. Hoffmeister explores themes of separation, projection, and the ultimate correction of error—a profound discussion on awakening and the power of perception. Enjoyed listening to this session and am interested in listening to the entire talk. Here is the link: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/day-1-movie-session-strawberry-fields-festival-2025-david-hoffmeister--66362222 To participate online in a Movie Gathering, join our online community: https://programs.the-christ.net/courses/membership-weekly-online-movie-gatherings Join our online community: https://programs.the-christ.net/products/communities/tribe-of-christ Who is David Hoffmeister?: https://davidhoffmeister.com/ If you are interested to know more about David Hoffmeister and Living Miracles events, here is more information: https://circle.livingmiraclescenter.org/events. Read A Course in Miracles online here: https://acourseinmiraclesnow.com/ Learn more about David Hoffmeister here: https://davidhoffmeister.com
A tiny, tiny beetle is singing a song that Tasmanian Berry growers are not liking, and the search is underway to combat the little pest.
The Opening of Strawberry Fields Festival with RISE, David Hoffmeister, Kirsten Buxton, and Jason Warwick Immerse yourself in the transcendent music and teachings from the Strawberry Fields Festival's opening session. This recording begins with three soul-stirring songs from the band RISE, setting the stage for an exploration into the profound truths of divine innocence. In the session, David Hoffmeister, Kirsten Buxton, and Jason Warwick guide listeners on a journey inward, revealing that innocence is not a fragmented concept of the world but an unwavering truth. We are as God created us: pure spirit, pure love. We have never been separate; we have never erred. This understanding dissolves illusions and leads us into holiness, unlocking the freedom of our minds and the liberation of the world. The festival's theme song, “Nothing is real, nothing to get hung about,” serves as a reminder that true mastery is achieved through love—not fear. It is not about meeting worldly needs but about embracing the divine. Atonement is the realization that separation never occurred, and in this awareness, time fades. The past is relinquished, the future loses relevance, and eternity stands revealed. Enjoyed listening to this session and am interested in listening to the entire talk. Here is the link: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/day-1-opening-morning-session-strawberry-fields-festival-2025-david-hoffmeister-jason-warwick-kirsten-buxton-rise--66347840 To participate online in a Movie Gathering, join our online community: https://programs.the-christ.net/courses/membership-weekly-online-movie-gatherings Join our online community: https://programs.the-christ.net/products/communities/tribe-of-christ Who is David Hoffmeister?: https://davidhoffmeister.com/ If you are interested to know more about David Hoffmeister and Living Miracles events, here is more information: https://circle.livingmiraclescenter.org/events. Read A Course in Miracles online here: https://acourseinmiraclesnow.com/ Learn more about David Hoffmeister here: https://davidhoffmeister.com
This week, I am joined by Jake Fogelnest, who at the age of 14 hosted MTV's Squirt TV, and later collaborated with Will Ferrell, Sarah Silverman & Billy Eichner. We take a look at the Bee Gees/Peter Frampton mess-a-thon theatrical feature SGT. PEPPER'S LONELY HEARTS CLUB BAND.We also discuss how Jake turned his childhood cable access show (shot in his bedroom!) into a full-fledged MTV show, getting his hair cut on TV by Kim Gordon, the day Cypress Hill showed up to his bedroom, the difficulties of the MTV show getting cancelled and his struggle with addiction, how the Beatles were less protective of their legacy than we thought, the military aspects of Sgt. Pepper's, how we never noticed the military aspects of Sgt. Pepper's, the legacy of Robert Stigwood's powerhouse career, Grease, Robin Gibb's grandiose delusion that this film's music was going to replace the legacy of The Beatles' original, how this was Steve Martin's film debut, how it felt watching the film as kids, the movie Car Wash, the PG-13 version of Saturday Night Fever, the cult musical film The Apple, the fight scene between Peter Frampton & Steven Tyler of Aerosmith, the incredible Alice Cooper cult leader scene, Sandy Farina as Strawberry Fields, speculating if anyone ever cried watching the film, Xanadu, Billy Preston saving the day, our alternate endings of Sgt. Pepper's, who are all the artists that appeared in the film's big finale, finding peace of mind from just hanging out in a video store and more!So let's run from that wicked Mean Mr. Mustard and his two latex-clad gimb-bots on this week's episode of Revolutions Per Movie! JAKE FOGELNEST: @jakefogelnest www.patreon.com/jakefogelnestREVOLUTIONS PER MOVIE:Host Chris Slusarenko (Eyelids, Guided By Voices, owner of Clinton Street Video rental store) is joined by actors, musicians, comedians, writers & directors who each week pick out their favorite music documentary, musical, music-themed fiction film or music videos to discuss. Fun, weird, and insightful, Revolutions Per Movie is your deep dive into our life-long obsessions where music and film collide.The show is also a completely independent affair, so the best way to support it is through our Patreon at patreon.com/revolutionspermovie. By joining, you can get weekly bonus episodes, physical goods such as Flexidiscs, and other exclusive goods.Revolutions Per Movies releases new episodes every Thursday on any podcast app, and additional, exclusive bonus episodes every Sunday on our Patreon. If you like the show, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing it on your favorite podcast app. Thanks!SOCIALS:@revolutionspermovieBlueSky: @revpermovieTHEME by Eyelids 'My Caved In Mind'www.musicofeyelids.bandcamp.com ARTWORK by Jeff T. Owenshttps://linktr.ee/mymetalhand Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The final session of the Strawberry Fields Festival is a powerful culmination of music, dialogue, and spiritual reflection. Kicking off the morning, the band RISE sets the tone with three heartfelt songs, offering an opening to stillness and inspiration. David and Kirsten step into the space for a profound discussion on guidance, divine connection, and the nature of choosing between what is valuable and what is valueless. Drawing from Lesson 133 of A Course in Miracles, the dialogue explores the transformative idea that what lasts forever holds all value, while the temporary is ultimately empty. They emphasize the need to shift from theoretical knowledge to a practical, lived experience—inviting listeners into a space where miracles collapse time and bring clarity.Through personal insights, storytelling, and an engaging question-and-answer session, David and Kirsten highlight the essence of true surrender. Kirsten shares that before divine guidance can be received, there must be a wholehearted “Yes”—a willingness to step beyond self-determined choices and fully embrace the unfolding spiritual plan.This closing session weaves together music, wisdom, and interactive dialogue, leaving listeners with a deep sense of connection, inspiration, and a renewed commitment to spiritual awakening.For more information about David Hoffmeister and Living Miracles events, visit https://circle.livingmiraclescenter.org/events.Recorded live on May 31, 2025, Living Miracles Monastery, Duchesne, Utah, USA
Day 2 - Movie Session - Strawberry Fields Festival 2025 - David HoffmeisterJoin us for an illuminating session at the Strawberry Fields Festival, where spiritual reflection and profound wisdom merge into a life-changing experience.In this thought-provoking movie commentary, David Hoffmeister explores a powerful passage from A Course in Miracles, reflecting on change as the greatest gift bestowed upon humanity. The greatest gift you could receive would be the ability to change your mind about your mind. He discusses the nature of transformation—from the illusion of separation to the remembrance of our eternal, changeless essence. David offers a profoundly simple yet revolutionary perspective: The only way out is the way in—into the Kingdom of Heaven within. This talk isn't about behavior modification or trying to appear saintly—it's about deep inner listening. By tuning in to the Holy Spirit, surrendering to the intuitive voice within, and dissolving worldly worries in the presence of divine guidance, we align with true peace. For more information about David Hoffmeister and Living Miracles events, visit https://circle.livingmiraclescenter.org/events.Recorded live on May 31, 2025, Living Miracles Monastery, Duchesne, Utah, USA
Day 1 - Movie Session - Strawberry Fields Festival 2025 - David HoffmeisterIn this thought-provoking session from the 2025 Strawberry Fields Festival, spiritual teacher David Hoffmeister dives into the nature of perception, the illusion of fragmentation, and the ego's role in shaping our view of reality. Using insights from A Course in Miracles, he challenges listeners to reconsider how they see the world—not as a collection of external problems but as a perceptual challenge within the mind. Hoffmeister explores themes of separation, projection, and the ultimate correction of error—a profound discussion on awakening and the power of perception.For more information about David Hoffmeister and Living Miracles events, visit https://circle.livingmiraclescenter.org/events.Recorded live on May 30, 2025, Living Miracles Monastery, Duchesne, Utah, USA
Day 2 - Morning Session - Strawberry Fields Festival 2025 - David Hoffmeister, RISEPrepare for an uplifting and powerful session at the 2025 Strawberry Fields Festival! The morning kicks off with an electrifying performance by RISE, a band that has been pouring heart and soul into their new songs. Joyous and expansive, their music invites listeners to move, feel, and celebrate.Then, David Hoffmeister takes the stage, guiding the audience into a profound exploration of perception, transformation, and divine connection. He reflects on Jesus' words, "Our ministry begins today," and examines the importance of embracing the Holy Spirit as the true root of reality—beyond ego and illusion. With themes of renewal and awakening, this session is a stirring call to live in joy and trust. For more information about David Hoffmeister and Living Miracles events, visit https://circle.livingmiraclescenter.org/events.Recorded live on May 31, 2025, Living Miracles Monastery, Duchesne, Utah, USA
The Opening of Strawberry Fields Festival features RISE, David Hoffmeister, Kirsten Buxton, and Jason Warwick.Immerse yourself in the transcendent music and teachings from the Strawberry Fields Festival's opening session. This recording begins with three soul-stirring songs from the band RISE, setting the stage for an exploration into the profound truths of divine innocence.In the session, David Hoffmeister, Kirsten Buxton, and Jason Warwick guide listeners on a journey inward, revealing that innocence is not a fragmented concept of the world but an unwavering truth. We are as God created us: pure spirit, pure love. We have never been separate; we have never erred. This understanding dissolves illusions and leads us into holiness, unlocking the freedom of our minds and the liberation of the world. The festival's theme song, “Nothing is real, nothing to get hung about,” serves as a reminder that true mastery is achieved through love—not fear. It is not about meeting worldly needs but about embracing the divine. Atonement is the realization that separation never occurred, and in this awareness, time fades. The past is relinquished, the future loses relevance, and eternity stands revealed. This profoundly moving session concludes with a final song from RISE, bringing the message full circle—calling us to let go, embrace truth, and step into the peace of our true identity. For more information about David Hoffmeister and Living Miracles events, visit https://circle.livingmiraclescenter.org/events.Recorded live on May 30, 2025, Living Miracles Monastery, Duchesne, Utah, USA
Hast du Lust, über die Penny Lane zu den Strawberry Fields zu wandern, mit der Yellow Submarine zum Octopus Garden zu tauchen und Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds zu besuchen? Dann lass uns eintauchen, in das besondere Gefühl, das die Beatles und andere Bands damals mit ihrer Musik erzeugen konnten. Wir, das sind Nale und Balto, möchten dich auf eine Reise schicken, damit du so die Sorgen des Tages hinter dir lassen kannst. Unsere Geschichten sollen dir dabei helfen, zur Ruhe zu kommen und langsam in einen verdienten und erholsamen Schlaf zu gleiten. Wir wünschen dir eine gute Nacht, schlaf schön! Konnten wir dir beim Einschlafen helfen? Hast du eine Idee, wo die nächste Reise hingehen soll? Dann schreib uns gerne an geschichtenzumeinschlafen@julep.de. Wir freuen uns sehr, von dir zu hören! ***GzE Sternwarte*** Unterstütze unseren Podcast, höre alle Episoden ohne Werbung und freu dich auf viele weitere Vorteile unter www.steadyhq.com/gze ✨ Vielen Dank für deine Unterstützung! ***Werbung*** Informationen zu unseren Werbepartner:innen findet ihr unter: https://linktr.ee/einschlafen Vielen Dank an unsere Partner:innen, die es uns ermöglichen, euch weiterhin beim Einschlafen zu helfen. Host: Nale und Balto Text: Anja Lehmann Musik: Milan Lukas Fey Produktion & Schnitt: Martin Petermann Eine Produktion der Julep Studios
My guest this episode is Patrick D. Joyce, who grew up at U.S. embassies in places like Moscow, Havana, and Managua, surrounded by secrets, spies, and surveillance. He went on to become a journalist, earn a Ph.D. in political science, and eventually found his way to writing Cold War-era young adult thrillers. We talk about how his past shaped his storytelling, how music and history inform his work, and how he's connecting with young readers today. Find more author advice, tips, and tools at our Self-publishing Author Advice Center, with a huge archive of 2,000+ blog posts, and a handy search box to find key info on the topic you need. We invite you to join our organization and become a self-publishing ally. Sponsor Inspirational Indie Authors is proudly sponsored by Bookvault. Sell high-quality, print-on-demand books directly to readers worldwide and earn maximum royalties selling directly. Automate fulfillment and create stunning special editions with BookvaultBespoke. Visit Bookvault.app today for an instant quote. About the Host Howard Lovy has been a journalist for 40 years and now amplifies the voices of independent author-publishers and works with authors as a developmental editor. Find Howard at howardlovy.com, LinkedIn, and X. About the Guest Patrick D. Joyce is the author of two thriller novels for young adults, Back in the USSR (a Publishers Weekly BookLife Prize semifinalist) and Strawberry Fields, both inspired by his experiences growing up at US embassies during the Cold War. He has been a newspaper reporter, a political science lecturer, and a medical practice manager. He lives in Massachusetts, where he can be found haunting coffee shops, taking long walks with his wife, and practicing martial arts. You can find him at patrickdjoyce.com and follow him on BlueSky, Instagram, Facebook, or TikTok.
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Today on AirTalk, President Trump authorizes 100% tariff on any and all movie productions coming outside of the U.S.; the idea of 'old age'; phonetics-based teaching; NASA's Golden Record exhibit in Santa Barbara and how strawberries took root across the region. Today on AirTalk Trump's latest tariff on all movies made outside the US (0:15) The idea of 'old age' (18:48) Phonics-based teaching in CA (51:27) NASA's Golden Record exhibit (1:13:00) Strawberry fields forever (1:26:23)
Join Prof. Subbarao Kambhampati and host Tim Scarfe for a deep dive into OpenAI's O1 model and the future of AI reasoning systems. * How O1 likely uses reinforcement learning similar to AlphaGo, with hidden reasoning tokens that users pay for but never see * The evolution from traditional Large Language Models to more sophisticated reasoning systems * The concept of "fractal intelligence" in AI - where models work brilliantly sometimes but fail unpredictably * Why O1's improved performance comes with substantial computational costs * The ongoing debate between single-model approaches (OpenAI) vs hybrid systems (Google) * The critical distinction between AI as an intelligence amplifier vs autonomous decision-maker SPONSOR MESSAGES: *** CentML offers competitive pricing for GenAI model deployment, with flexible options to suit a wide range of models, from small to large-scale deployments. https://centml.ai/pricing/ Tufa AI Labs is a brand new research lab in Zurich started by Benjamin Crouzier focussed on o-series style reasoning and AGI. Are you interested in working on reasoning, or getting involved in their events? Goto https://tufalabs.ai/ *** TOC: 1. **O1 Architecture and Reasoning Foundations** [00:00:00] 1.1 Fractal Intelligence and Reasoning Model Limitations [00:04:28] 1.2 LLM Evolution: From Simple Prompting to Advanced Reasoning [00:14:28] 1.3 O1's Architecture and AlphaGo-like Reasoning Approach [00:23:18] 1.4 Empirical Evaluation of O1's Planning Capabilities 2. **Monte Carlo Methods and Model Deep-Dive** [00:29:30] 2.1 Monte Carlo Methods and MARCO-O1 Implementation [00:31:30] 2.2 Reasoning vs. Retrieval in LLM Systems [00:40:40] 2.3 Fractal Intelligence Capabilities and Limitations [00:45:59] 2.4 Mechanistic Interpretability of Model Behavior [00:51:41] 2.5 O1 Response Patterns and Performance Analysis 3. **System Design and Real-World Applications** [00:59:30] 3.1 Evolution from LLMs to Language Reasoning Models [01:06:48] 3.2 Cost-Efficiency Analysis: LLMs vs O1 [01:11:28] 3.3 Autonomous vs Human-in-the-Loop Systems [01:16:01] 3.4 Program Generation and Fine-Tuning Approaches [01:26:08] 3.5 Hybrid Architecture Implementation Strategies Transcript: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/d0ef4ovnfxi0lknirkvft/Subbarao.pdf?rlkey=l3rp29gs4hkut7he8u04mm1df&dl=0 REFS: [00:02:00] Monty Python (1975) Witch trial scene: flawed logical reasoning. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zrzMhU_4m-g [00:04:00] Cade Metz (2024) Microsoft–OpenAI partnership evolution and control dynamics. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/17/technology/microsoft-openai-partnership-deal.html [00:07:25] Kojima et al. (2022) Zero-shot chain-of-thought prompting ('Let's think step by step'). https://arxiv.org/pdf/2205.11916 [00:12:50] DeepMind Research Team (2023) Multi-bot game solving with external and internal planning. https://deepmind.google/research/publications/139455/ [00:15:10] Silver et al. (2016) AlphaGo's Monte Carlo Tree Search and Q-learning. https://www.nature.com/articles/nature16961 [00:16:30] Kambhampati, S. et al. (2023) Evaluates O1's planning in "Strawberry Fields" benchmarks. https://arxiv.org/pdf/2410.02162 [00:29:30] Alibaba AIDC-AI Team (2023) MARCO-O1: Chain-of-Thought + MCTS for improved reasoning. https://arxiv.org/html/2411.14405 [00:31:30] Kambhampati, S. (2024) Explores LLM "reasoning vs retrieval" debate. https://arxiv.org/html/2403.04121v2 [00:37:35] Wei, J. et al. (2022) Chain-of-thought prompting (introduces last-letter concatenation). https://arxiv.org/pdf/2201.11903 [00:42:35] Barbero, F. et al. (2024) Transformer attention and "information over-squashing." https://arxiv.org/html/2406.04267v2 [00:46:05] Ruis, L. et al. (2023) Influence functions to understand procedural knowledge in LLMs. https://arxiv.org/html/2411.12580v1 (truncated - continued in shownotes/transcript doc)
Paula Barros, better known as Pauley McPaulerson, joins Billy Corben in the co-host chair today. David Samson joins the show to talk about a potential publicly financed sporting venue in Orlando. And Scott Maxwell of the Orlando Sentinel talks about his dealings with potential United States Attorney General Pam Bondi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices