Podcasts about Sweetness

On this teaser episode of More Deadly, Rachel and Ariel talk teen obsession and popstar kidnapping in our review of Sweetness, directed by Emma Higgins. So, were we obsessed? Or did it leave us feeling bitter? Listen to The More Deadly Podcast Episode 146 to find out! For the full episode, subscribe to The More Deadly Podcast. To hear it ad-free and get access to exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon. In the extended version of this episode for our Patrons, Rachel gives Ariel a very sweet horror movie pop quiz. What to watch before next week: D.O.A. (1988). directed by Annabel Jankel and Rocky Morton. Support our Patreon to access longer episodes, early releases, live shows, and much more, all ad-free! Want to be a part of the show? We'd love to hear from you! Send feedback and questions to TheMoreDeadlyPodcast@gmail.com or on our Facebook page! Follow us on Instagram, Bluesky, and X @zgpodcasts and on TikTok @More.Deadly. Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible, or wherever you get your podcasts. If you’re enjoying the show, please consider taking a moment to rate and review it! Check out our sweet merch at Teepublic. The More Deadly theme music is “More Deadly” by Elizabeth Kyle & Eric Newell.

On this episode of More Deadly, Rachel and Ariel talk teen obsession and popstar kidnapping in our review of Sweetness, directed by Emma Higgins. In the extended version of this episode for our Patrons, Rachel gives Ariel a very sweet horror movie pop quiz What to watch before next week: D.O.A. (1988), directed by Annabel Jankel and Rocky Morton. Support our Patreon to access longer episodes, early releases, live shows, and much more, all ad-free! Want to be a part of the show? We'd love to hear from you! Send feedback and questions to TheMoreDeadlyPodcast@gmail.com or on our Facebook page! Follow us on Instagram, Bluesky, and X @zgpodcasts and on TikTok @More.Deadly. If you're enjoying the show, please consider taking a moment to rate and review it! Check out our sweet merch at Teepublic. The More Deadly theme music is “More Deadly” by Elizabeth Kyle & Eric Newell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this ScreenFish 1on1 Interview, Emma Higgins, director of SWEETNESS, and Kate Hallett (Rylee), discuss Rylee's relationship with Payton and whether his music truly served as a lifeline for her. Kate reflects on the transformative power of music, answering the question: Can music save a life? Both Emma and Kate also explore the idea of meeting your heroes, discussing whether society has an unhealthy relationship with celebrities and the expectations placed on them.SWEETNESS is available in theatres on Friday, March 6th, 2026.

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Today we are joined with actor Herman Tommeras and director Emma Higgins to get a behind the scenes look into their new psychological thriller SWEETNESS. This film is absolutely crushing with the critics and gives us a bit of a modern vibe of Stephen Kings Misery story (with the roles of a pop rock star held captive by an obsessive fan). Layers of character depth with real life themes of mental health, toxic fandom, artist exhaustion, vices, and much more made this a great conversation around the film itself. We thoroughly enjoyed this flick and after this interview we gained even more layers of appreciation for it.

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“What is sweeter to us than this voice of the Lord inviting us?” In this episode, we reflect on recognizing God's gentle call in peace rather than urgency. The post BW4 – The Sweetness of the Lord's Voice – The Rule of St. Benedict for Daily Life with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Sweetness has become one of my favorites of the year already, and I can't stop talking about it. We had the chance to chat with the director, Emma, and one of the stars, Herman, from the movie. It was a blast and so much fun. Listen in as we have this great conversation about this amazingly crafted and acted movie. These two individuals are so easy to talk to, extremely talented artists, and made one heck of a good movie. We talked about their journey with the film, the behind-the-scenes moments, and some fun playlist recommendations. Sweetness is a phenomenal thriller that I think many people will enjoy. It is currently available to Rent and to Own! Make sure to check out their amazing movie. They truly deserve all the love. You won't regret it! Sweetness is available now on Digital! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send a textJoining us to discuss their new film Sweetness is Herman Tømmeraas of Netflix's Ragnarok and writer/director Emma Higgins. Sweetness is a coming of age story that highlights what can potentially happen when the line of fandom and obsession are blurred. Sweetness is currently available on Digital & Demand via Saban FilmsFollow us on Social Media: @pvdhorror Instagram, X, TikTok, FacebookWatch us on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@pvdhorrorSpecial thanks to John Brennan for the intro and outro music. Be sure to find his music on social media at @badtechno or the following:https://johnbrennan.bandcamp.com

Nate Sheets never planned to revolutionize the honey industry; he just bought a beehive as a newlywed hobby. But what started as weekend beekeeping in his parents' backyard became Nature Nate's, America's largest honey company. In this inspiring conversation, Nate shares how a $10,000 purchase on payment terms, combined with 17 years of customer conversations (his phone number was on every bottle!), led him to create the raw and unfiltered honey sector that transformed a stagnant $300 million industry into a thriving $1.5 billion market. From 12 years in full-time ministry to entrepreneurial success, and now running for Texas Agriculture Commissioner, Nate's journey demonstrates the power of faithfulness, divine timing, and staying open to God's unexpected plans. Plus, discover the remarkable health benefits of honey, nature's perfect food.HealingStrong's mission is to educate, equip and empower our group leaders and group participants through their journey with cancer or other chronic illnesses, and know there is HOPE. We bring this hope through educational materials, webinars, guest speakers, conferences, community small group support and more.Please take advantage of our FREE resources below to help you along your health and healing journey: Support Group Directory Holistic Curriculum - Participant Guide Support Our Mission - Donate Additional Health Resources Listen to Previous Episodes Website: healingstrong.org

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Today's episode is a deeply personal one. I was devastated to hear of the passing of James Van Der Beek. Like so many of you, I grew up watching Dawson's Creek. But for me, it was even more than a show. My very first job was working on Dawson's Creek in Wilmington, North Carolina. My parents got to see their little girl step onto a set they watched in our living room every week... and that memory means everything to me. Years later, I had dinner with James and his wife Kimberly (who was one of the very first guests ever on Food Heals episode 6). That night, James sat with me, looked me in the eyes, and told me my parents were proud of me. He held space for me in a way most people never do. He didn't have to. But that's who he was. In this episode, I'm joined by: Reality TV producer Jessica Sirikulbut, who shares her heartfelt reflections on James' character, his spiritual depth, and the emotional impact this loss has had on our generation. Ryan Bailey, host of So Bad It's Good, who brings his thoughtful pop culture lens to James' legacy and the profound way he shaped so many of our lives. Together, we reflect on: • The impact Dawson's Creek had on our generation • James' powerful final interviews about love and worthiness • What cancer teaches us about presence and perspective • The emotional and spiritual layers of healing • Why "I am worthy of love" might be the most important mantra of all James wasn't just a talented actor. He was a light. A father of six. A devoted husband. A man who meditated, journaled, and led with love. And in a world that feels so divided, his passing feels like a wake-up call to return to what actually matters. Love. Presence. Connection. Forgiveness. Sweetness in life. If this episode moves you, and you feel called to support his family during this unimaginable time, you can contribute here:

CinemAddicts 331 features movies coming out the week of Friday, February 13, 2026. Films reviewed are The Mortuary Assistant, Good Luck Have Fun Don't Die, Sweetness, Hunting Jessica Brok, and By Design. Timestamps (06:21) - Hunting Jessica Brok. 

Reviews of Wuthering Heights, Sweetness, Crime 101, Gale: Yellow Brick Road, Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie and more. Plus an interview with Blackout producer and actress LeeAnne Bauer. Hilarity ensues.

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Peer Schouten, of the Danish Institute for International Studies, has written a breathtaking book. Roadblock Politics: The Origins of Violence in Central Africa (Cambridge, 2022). Schouten mapped more than 1000 roadblocks in both the Central African Republic and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In so doing, he illuminates the relationship between road blocks and what he calls “frictions of terrain” (p 262). These frictions demonstrate how rebels, locals and state security forces interact in the making, or unmaking, of state authority and legitimacy. Looking at roadblocks as a kind of infrastructural empire that existed before the Europeans first arrived in Africa, Schouten develops a new framework to understand the ways in which supply chain capitalism thrives in places of non-conventional logistical capacity, to reframe how state theory fails to capture the nature of statehood and local authority in Central Africa. Schouten calls out governments, the UN and other international actors, to highlight how control of roadblocks translates into control over mineral, territory or people. No analysis of the drivers of conflict anywhere in the world is complete without consideration of Peer Schouten's groundbreaking book, Roadblock Politics. At the end of the interview, Schouten recommends two books: Mintz's (1986) Sweetness of Power: The Place of Sugar in Modern History and Labatut's (2021) When We Cease to Understand the World. Thomson recommends the CBC podcast Nothing is Foreign. Susan Thomson is an Associate Professor of Peace and Conflict Studies at Colgate University. I like to interview pretenure scholars about their research. I am particularly keen on their method and methodology, as well as the process of producing academic knowledge about African places and people. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Peer Schouten, of the Danish Institute for International Studies, has written a breathtaking book. Roadblock Politics: The Origins of Violence in Central Africa (Cambridge, 2022). Schouten mapped more than 1000 roadblocks in both the Central African Republic and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In so doing, he illuminates the relationship between road blocks and what he calls “frictions of terrain” (p 262). These frictions demonstrate how rebels, locals and state security forces interact in the making, or unmaking, of state authority and legitimacy. Looking at roadblocks as a kind of infrastructural empire that existed before the Europeans first arrived in Africa, Schouten develops a new framework to understand the ways in which supply chain capitalism thrives in places of non-conventional logistical capacity, to reframe how state theory fails to capture the nature of statehood and local authority in Central Africa. Schouten calls out governments, the UN and other international actors, to highlight how control of roadblocks translates into control over mineral, territory or people. No analysis of the drivers of conflict anywhere in the world is complete without consideration of Peer Schouten's groundbreaking book, Roadblock Politics. At the end of the interview, Schouten recommends two books: Mintz's (1986) Sweetness of Power: The Place of Sugar in Modern History and Labatut's (2021) When We Cease to Understand the World. Thomson recommends the CBC podcast Nothing is Foreign. Susan Thomson is an Associate Professor of Peace and Conflict Studies at Colgate University. I like to interview pretenure scholars about their research. I am particularly keen on their method and methodology, as well as the process of producing academic knowledge about African places and people. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/anthropology

Peer Schouten, of the Danish Institute for International Studies, has written a breathtaking book. Roadblock Politics: The Origins of Violence in Central Africa (Cambridge, 2022). Schouten mapped more than 1000 roadblocks in both the Central African Republic and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In so doing, he illuminates the relationship between road blocks and what he calls “frictions of terrain” (p 262). These frictions demonstrate how rebels, locals and state security forces interact in the making, or unmaking, of state authority and legitimacy. Looking at roadblocks as a kind of infrastructural empire that existed before the Europeans first arrived in Africa, Schouten develops a new framework to understand the ways in which supply chain capitalism thrives in places of non-conventional logistical capacity, to reframe how state theory fails to capture the nature of statehood and local authority in Central Africa. Schouten calls out governments, the UN and other international actors, to highlight how control of roadblocks translates into control over mineral, territory or people. No analysis of the drivers of conflict anywhere in the world is complete without consideration of Peer Schouten's groundbreaking book, Roadblock Politics. At the end of the interview, Schouten recommends two books: Mintz's (1986) Sweetness of Power: The Place of Sugar in Modern History and Labatut's (2021) When We Cease to Understand the World. Thomson recommends the CBC podcast Nothing is Foreign. Susan Thomson is an Associate Professor of Peace and Conflict Studies at Colgate University. I like to interview pretenure scholars about their research. I am particularly keen on their method and methodology, as well as the process of producing academic knowledge about African places and people. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/sociology

Peer Schouten, of the Danish Institute for International Studies, has written a breathtaking book. Roadblock Politics: The Origins of Violence in Central Africa (Cambridge, 2022). Schouten mapped more than 1000 roadblocks in both the Central African Republic and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In so doing, he illuminates the relationship between road blocks and what he calls “frictions of terrain” (p 262). These frictions demonstrate how rebels, locals and state security forces interact in the making, or unmaking, of state authority and legitimacy. Looking at roadblocks as a kind of infrastructural empire that existed before the Europeans first arrived in Africa, Schouten develops a new framework to understand the ways in which supply chain capitalism thrives in places of non-conventional logistical capacity, to reframe how state theory fails to capture the nature of statehood and local authority in Central Africa. Schouten calls out governments, the UN and other international actors, to highlight how control of roadblocks translates into control over mineral, territory or people. No analysis of the drivers of conflict anywhere in the world is complete without consideration of Peer Schouten's groundbreaking book, Roadblock Politics. At the end of the interview, Schouten recommends two books: Mintz's (1986) Sweetness of Power: The Place of Sugar in Modern History and Labatut's (2021) When We Cease to Understand the World. Thomson recommends the CBC podcast Nothing is Foreign. Susan Thomson is an Associate Professor of Peace and Conflict Studies at Colgate University. I like to interview pretenure scholars about their research. I am particularly keen on their method and methodology, as well as the process of producing academic knowledge about African places and people. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/geography

Peer Schouten, of the Danish Institute for International Studies, has written a breathtaking book. Roadblock Politics: The Origins of Violence in Central Africa (Cambridge, 2022). Schouten mapped more than 1000 roadblocks in both the Central African Republic and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In so doing, he illuminates the relationship between road blocks and what he calls “frictions of terrain” (p 262). These frictions demonstrate how rebels, locals and state security forces interact in the making, or unmaking, of state authority and legitimacy. Looking at roadblocks as a kind of infrastructural empire that existed before the Europeans first arrived in Africa, Schouten develops a new framework to understand the ways in which supply chain capitalism thrives in places of non-conventional logistical capacity, to reframe how state theory fails to capture the nature of statehood and local authority in Central Africa. Schouten calls out governments, the UN and other international actors, to highlight how control of roadblocks translates into control over mineral, territory or people. No analysis of the drivers of conflict anywhere in the world is complete without consideration of Peer Schouten's groundbreaking book, Roadblock Politics. At the end of the interview, Schouten recommends two books: Mintz's (1986) Sweetness of Power: The Place of Sugar in Modern History and Labatut's (2021) When We Cease to Understand the World. Thomson recommends the CBC podcast Nothing is Foreign. Susan Thomson is an Associate Professor of Peace and Conflict Studies at Colgate University. I like to interview pretenure scholars about their research. I am particularly keen on their method and methodology, as well as the process of producing academic knowledge about African places and people.

Peer Schouten, of the Danish Institute for International Studies, has written a breathtaking book. Roadblock Politics: The Origins of Violence in Central Africa (Cambridge, 2022). Schouten mapped more than 1000 roadblocks in both the Central African Republic and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In so doing, he illuminates the relationship between road blocks and what he calls “frictions of terrain” (p 262). These frictions demonstrate how rebels, locals and state security forces interact in the making, or unmaking, of state authority and legitimacy. Looking at roadblocks as a kind of infrastructural empire that existed before the Europeans first arrived in Africa, Schouten develops a new framework to understand the ways in which supply chain capitalism thrives in places of non-conventional logistical capacity, to reframe how state theory fails to capture the nature of statehood and local authority in Central Africa. Schouten calls out governments, the UN and other international actors, to highlight how control of roadblocks translates into control over mineral, territory or people. No analysis of the drivers of conflict anywhere in the world is complete without consideration of Peer Schouten's groundbreaking book, Roadblock Politics. At the end of the interview, Schouten recommends two books: Mintz's (1986) Sweetness of Power: The Place of Sugar in Modern History and Labatut's (2021) When We Cease to Understand the World. Thomson recommends the CBC podcast Nothing is Foreign. Susan Thomson is an Associate Professor of Peace and Conflict Studies at Colgate University. I like to interview pretenure scholars about their research. I am particularly keen on their method and methodology, as well as the process of producing academic knowledge about African places and people. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zena chats with Emma Higgins, writer and director of the horror-thriller SWEETNESS. A story about teenage misfit Rylee, a troubled rock star, and some seriously intense choices. Tune in as we dive into Emma's decade-long journey bringing SWEETNESS to life, the music, style, and tiny details that make the movie unforgettable, Rylee's choices, and why we empathize with her… plus plenty more! SWEETNESS hits digital/on-demand in the US on Feb 13 and Canadian theaters on Mar 6. *** Follow us on social media and join the conversation! // Follow Emma Higgins IG: https://www.instagram.com/emmaaverage // Follow SWEETNESS IG: https://www.instagram.com/sweetnessthemovie/ // Follow The Bloody Disgusting Podcast Twitter/X: twitter.com/BDisgustingpod IG: www.instagram.com/bdisgustingpod Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/bdisgustingpod.bsky.social Facebook: www.facebook.com/bloodydisgustingpodcast // Follow Zena Dixon Twitter/X: @LovelyZena | IG: @realqueenofhorror/ | Bluesky: lovelyzena.bsky.social YouTube: www.youtube.com/@RealQueenofHorror/videos TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@realqueenofhorror Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The "Rutabaga Lesson" you need to change bitterness to sweetness by Fr. Michael Denk

In the next verse in Śrī Īśopaniṣad (Mantra 5), it says: tad ejati tan naijati tad dūre tad v antike tad antar asya sarvasya tad u sarvasyāsya bāhyataḥ "The Supreme Lord walks, but He does not walk. He is far away, but He is very near as well. He is within everything, and yet He is outside of everything." These verses are given so we cannot "speed read." We have to stop and consider what they mean. So, although we come to the temple to see the Lord—and it is rightly done—we should also know that He is the nearest one to us. Śukadeva Gosvāmī says in the Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam, ātmānam akhilātmānam: "Kṛṣṇa is the soul of our soul." What's more, Kṛṣṇa Himself says in the Bhagavad-gītā, suhṛdaṁ sarva-bhūtānām: He is the closest friend—the most dear friend—to every living being. So, when we take to the path of Kṛṣṇa consciousness, Kṛṣṇa will reciprocate according to our surrender to Him. As He says in Bhagavad-gītā (4.11): ye yathā māṁ prapadyante tāṁs tathaiva bhajāmy aham mama vartmānuvartante manuṣyāḥ pārtha sarvaśaḥ That I reciprocate with everyone according to their mood of surrender to Me. So, we call this the 'sweet surrender'—giving up our idea of scarcity, the idea that 'I am the controller,' or the misconception that Kṛṣṇa is something very far away.. ------------------------------------------------------------ To connect with His Grace Vaiśeṣika Dāsa, please visit https://www.fanthespark.com/next-steps/ask-vaisesika-dasa/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=launch2025 ------------------------------------------------------------ Add to your wisdom literature collection: https://iskconsv.com/book-store/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=launch2025 https://www.bbtacademic.com/books/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=launch2025 https://thefourquestionsbook.com/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=launch2025 ------------------------------------------------------------ Join us live on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FanTheSpark/ Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sound-bhakti/id1132423868 For the latest videos, subscribe https://www.youtube.com/@FanTheSpark For the latest in SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/fan-the-spark ------------------------------------------------------------ #spiritualawakening #soul #spiritualexperience #spiritualpurposeoflife #spiritualgrowthlessons #secretsofspirituality #vaisesikaprabhu #vaisesikadasa #vaisesikaprabhulectures #spirituality #bhaktiyoga #krishna #spiritualpurposeoflife #krishnaspirituality #spiritualusachannel #whybhaktiisimportant #whyspiritualityisimportant #vaisesika #spiritualconnection #thepowerofspiritualstudy #selfrealization #spirituallectures #spiritualstudy #spiritualquestions #spiritualquestionsanswered #trendingspiritualtopics #fanthespark #spiritualpowerofmeditation #spiritualteachersonyoutube #spiritualhabits #spiritualclarity #bhagavadgita #srimadbhagavatam #spiritualbeings #kttvg #keepthetranscendentalvibrationgoing #spiritualpurpose

The "Success/Struggle" Angle Ep.03 / Timeless Wisdom, Modern Mind PodcastBook Reference: BooK: Thank You, Mr. FalkerBy: Patricia PolaccoDo you ever feel like you're working twice as hard just to look "normal"? In today's talk, we dive into the moving story of Thank You, Mr. Falker to uncover why so many of us hide our "jumbles" and how one person's belief can rewrite a lifetime of failure. Whether you're struggling with a hidden challenge or want to be the advocate someone else needs, this session is for you.Main Takeaways:The Mask of Competence: We often spend more energy hiding a struggle than fixing it. Learn how to stop "acting" and start healing.The Power of an "Interrupter": Discover how one person (a "Mr. Falker") can break the cycle of shame and bullying.The Sweetness of Knowledge: Shifting your mindset from seeing learning as a "chore" to seeing it as "honey" for the soul.The Follow-Along Breakdown:The "Jumble" : Why letters, numbers, or life tasks sometimes feel like a blurry mess—and why we hide under the "stairwell" of life to avoid being seen.The Comparison Trap: The unique pain of watching others "get it" effortlessly while you feel left behind.Being the "Falker" (The Advocate): How to spot the "jumble" in others and lead with "honey-sweet" words that heal (Proverbs 16:24).The Barnabas Effect: A look at how the biblical "Son of Encouragement" saw potential where others only saw a threat.Put it Into Practice:Identify Your Jumble: What are you hiding because you're afraid of looking "dumb"?The Honey Ritual: Treat one thing you learn this week as a gift, not a task.Speak Up: Be the person who silences the bullies and validates the value of those being dismissed."Gracious words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones." — Proverbs 16:24

In this episode, Duane Osterlind sits down with author Dana Bowman to discuss the often-overlooked intersection of long-term recovery and menopause. Dana opens up about her journey through "the second reckoning"—a period where hormonal shifts triggered intense anxiety, suicidal ideation, and the resurfacing of addictive behaviors like sugar addiction and "doom scrolling."They explore the concept of process addictions, the importance of self-advocacy in medical settings, and how creativity can serve as a vital tool for navigating the "identity attack" that often accompanies aging. Dana's story is a powerful reminder that recovery isn't a destination, but a deepening process that requires grace, honesty, and a willingness to "boop the monster on the nose."Key Discussion PointsThe "Invisible" Struggle of Menopause: Dana discusses how menopause is one of the least researched medical conditions, despite having over 70 potential symptoms. She highlights the specific danger for women in recovery: how hormonal anxiety can mimic the "dark days" of active addiction.Process Addictions in Recovery: When the biological substance (alcohol) is removed, other behaviors often rush in to fill the void. Dana shares her personal struggle with sugar addiction, binge eating, and digital escapism as ways to cope with menopausal distress.The Identity Attack: Aging and menopause can lead to "Invisible Woman Syndrome." Dana explains how surrendering to this new phase of life is similar to the initial surrender in early sobriety.The "Boop" Rule: A family strategy for facing fears. Instead of running from anxiety or shame, Dana teaches listeners to look the "clown" in the eye and "boop" it on the nose—acknowledging its presence without letting it take control.Medical Self-Advocacy: The importance of finding healthcare providers who understand the nuances of addiction and recovery when treating hormonal or mental health issues.The Spectrum of Menopause SymptomsMenopause is far more than just "hot flashes." It affects the physical, emotional, and cognitive systems, which can be particularly destabilizing for those maintaining long-term sobriety.CategoryCommon Symptoms MentionedPhysicalJoint aches, insomnia, changes in hair/skin, exhaustion.EmotionalSevere anxiety, panic attacks, depression, suicidal ideation.BehavioralReturn of "shame circles," hiding behaviors, sugar cravings.Memorable Quotes"Alcoholism waited for me... and that's how I felt about the menopause symptoms because they're so sneaky. You feel like your whole body is betraying you.""Recovery is all about acceptance and surrender. It's hard when it's your own identity to really say, 'Who am I anymore?'""There are times when my soul just needs to be wrapped in bubble wrap, and I just really need to hunker down into that. And it's okay. It's rest."Resources MentionedDana's New Book: Humble Pie: Sober Menopause, Sugar Addiction, and The Sweetness of RecoveryDana's Previous Books: Bottled and How to be Perfect Like Me2Website: DanaBowmanCreative.comSocial Media: Follow Dana on TikTok and Instagram @theDanaBoIf you live in California and are looking for counseling or therapy please check out Novus Mindful Life Counseling and Recovery CenterNovusMindfulLife.comWe want to hear from you. Leave us a message or ask us a question: https://www.speakpipe.com/addictedmindDisclaimerSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In the episode, Will, Paul and John examine new and emerging data around the impact of diet Sodas and non-nutritive sweeteners on liver health.Listen in to hear more and don't forget to like and subscribe and send us a message at LiverHealthPOD@gmail.com

The Jubilee of Hope has ended, but we need hope now more than ever. Internationally best-selling author Donna-Marie Cooper O'Boyle discusses where we can look for hope in the days and years to come, and how Our Lady, “Our Life, Our Sweetness, and Our Hope,” is always ready to assist us in every need. Drawing from the insights and perennially wise counsel in her book Our Life, Our Sweetness, and Our Hope: Jubilee Pilgrims of Hope with Mary, Donna-Marie shows us the Marian path before us. Are you enjoying this podcast? I invite you to listen to more shows brought to you by the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception. Join us daily for enriching, spiritual content which will help you on your journey with Jesus Christ. Simply visit DivineMercyPlus.org for a complete list of our shows. That's DivineMercyPlus.org. Please “follow” or “subscribe” to this podcast to receive the latest episodes and updates. If you have been blessed by this podcast, please consider leaving a review. Reviews greatly improve our podcast ranking, and will help spread this podcast to other people throughout the world. Thank you and God bless you! 

The book that Dan and Don agree is the best one on this subject. Don Chigazola has brought Colle Ciocco wines to taste and review with Dan Berger and Daedalus Howell on California Wine Country. Don’s company Chigazola Merchants imports selected small lots of Italian wines made by small family-owned wineries. He travels to Italy regularly to find wines and to meet everyone involved. Don Chigazola has been on California Wine Country several times, the last time was this episode on June 13, 2025, with wines from the Alto Adige region. They begin by tasting a very dry Trebbiano. It's a white wine popular in Italy but not widely known in this country. This Trebbiano is one of the wines Don has brought today, all from the same producer, which is one of his favorites, the Spacchetti family in Montefalco, Umbria. Their label is Colle Ciocco, which translates to “Choko Hill” in English. Don Chigazola founded Chigazola Merchants to travel in Italy looking for wines to import. They started importing from the Spacchetti family after he got to know them about four years ago. They only make about 5000 bottles per year. The wines that Don chooses for Chigazola Merchants are combinations of a variety and a region that are common in Italy but not well-known here. Don looks for those varieties that will surprise and delight his customers. Dan Berger remarks on a wine that was a 2022 Sancerre which is made with Sauvignon Blanc and it was sweet, not dry as he expected. Sweetness sells, apparently, according to Dan. Trebbiano Spoletino There are different clones of Trebbiano in this wine which make it unique. Trebbiano Spoletino is grown around the village of Spoleto in Umbria. Don describes it as very clean and dry, flavors of apricots, peaches, stone fruit. Dan notices good minerality that makes it go well with food. The only way to get a California Chardonnay to have any acidity at all is to chill it down. We all agree that's a cheap trick and beneath us. Don Chigazola has run Chigazola Merchants for about 13 years now. He has seen the shift in demand from Italian reds to white wines. So he began to favor white wines about six years ago. Now his portfolio of Italian white wines is very strong and unique among American retailers. Some of Chigazola Merchants' wine club members are local wine producers. They are eager to taste a wide range of production. A lot of his members have joined after they got to know the wines from their friends. Grechetto The next wine is a Grechetto, another Italian white grape grown around Orvieto and near the town of Todi. The Spacchetti family has blended a couple of clones of Grechetto with about 15% Viogner, which gives it a soft finish on the palette and “rounds the edges.” The third wine tasted today is a red blend, called Montefalco, which is 70% Sangiovese, 15% Sagrantino and 15% Merlot. Dan notices this difference: in California, we make wines that are big and rich and bold, for reasons “I don't wanna talk about,” ok fine. But he finds them tiresome. Contrast that with what these Italian wines accomplish. “It is not very ripe, only just ripe.” Sagrantino Then they have a Sagrantino from Montefalco. This is a 2019. Sagrantino was first a sacramental wine, and was made to be sweet. But it is now a dry wine because tastes have changed. Don explains that the Spacchetti family ages it for two years in barrels and then a minimum of five years in the bottle. With all that it still feels young. There are over 400 varieties of Italian wine, so Don says that nobody can claim to be an expert, there is too much to know.  But Dan Berger begs to differ and cites Ian D’Agata and his book, Native Wine Grapes of Italy. Dan admires the author as an expert because of his book. Don actually knows Ian and agrees about his level of knowledge. Don describes himself as a student of wine.

主播：Emma（中国）+ Selah（美国） 音乐：Fly最近，蜜雪冰城（Mixue）正式进军美国市场，而让它火上热搜的，竟然是在国内从未见过的新奇设置——最高可达200%的甜度选项。今天我们就来聊一聊饮品点单的英文秘籍。01. Sweetness 甜度蜜雪冰城（Mixue）在美国市场设置了200%的甜度（200% sweetness），这对于国内习惯常规甜度的消费者来说，听起来可能有些吃惊（sounds a bit shocking）。美国主播Selah也表示：“Two hundred percent sweetness sounds intense.” ·Intense：表示味道非常强烈、很有冲击感。从网友们分享来看，除了国内的低糖度之外，海外蜜雪冰城的甜度还设置了以下几档：（1）100% sweetness 全糖（2）150% sweetness 150%甜度（3）200% sweetness 200%甜度在国内点单，我们习惯说“全糖”、“七分糖”、“半糖”等等。但在国外，表达更偏向主观感受，而非精确数字。甜度点单地道表达（natural expressions）：① 200%甜度：200% sugar或extra, extra sweet (超级甜)That's basically the sweetest option (最甜的选项).② 150%甜度：extra sweet (较甜)③ 全糖（100%甜度）：regular sweet (正常甜度)④ 七分糖：less sweet (少甜)⑤ 少糖：a little sweet (一点点甜)02. Ice Levels 冰量除了甜度之外，奶茶里面还可以加冰，不同的冰量可以这样表示：（1）Extra ice：加冰（2）Less ice：少冰（3）No ice：不加冰（4）Room temperature：常温字面意思是“室内温度”，很形象的表达。（5）Hot：热的在国外点单时，店员通常会依次询问：What size would you like? Sweetness? Ice level?您要什么杯型？甜度？冰量？03. Size and Toppings 杯型与小料杯型上，国外同样分small cups（小杯）、medium cups（中杯）和large cups（大杯）。主播Emma之前看过一个特别好玩的短视频：客人要打包带走小杯，但是服务员说没有小杯，只有中杯、大杯和超大杯（extra large cups），国外在部分的门店也有同样的说法。而且，星巴克中的“超大杯”有特定的说法：Trenta。如果想打包带走，只需要说：“Can I have it to go (我能打包带走吗)?”奶茶里的小料统称为toppings，这个词在点披萨时也很常用。如果你想添加某种小料，可以对服务员说：“Can you add… to it (能加点……吗)?”04. Milk Tea & Coffee 奶茶&咖啡主播Selah最喜欢的是：Bubble Milk Tea（珍珠奶茶，也可以说Pearl Milk Tea）。主播Emma最喜欢的是果茶（fruit tea）。国外比较常见的奶茶种类还有：（1）Brown Sugar Boba Milk 黑糖珍珠奶茶（2）Matcha Milk Tea 抹茶奶茶在多数西方国家，咖啡仍然是更主流的饮品（most popular drink）。常见的有：（1）Americano 美式咖啡（2）Latte 拿铁（3）Cappuccino 卡布奇诺（4）Cold brew 冷萃咖啡Cold brew用冷水长时间浸泡萃取（brewed with cold water），口感更顺滑（smoother），苦味较轻（less bitter）。如果想调整口味，可以用到以下内容：（1）With sugar 加糖（2）With milk 加奶（3）With extra milk 多加奶（4）With sugar and milk 糖奶都要（5）No sugar, no milk 什么都不加��If you had the chance to try a bubble tea with 200% sweetness, would you do it?主播Emma：She will give it a try. But she will probably only try this once (只尝试一次). 主播Selah：She would go with a friend, and they could split it (平分). That way, if it's not that good, they don't have to drink very much.欢迎大家在评论区留言分享：If you had the chance to try a bubble tea with 200% sweetness, would you do it?如果有机会点200%甜度的珍珠奶茶，你会试试吗？

As believers, we're supposed to be set out for people to sample as they consider the options for quenching their deepest, darkest needs down here. From January 11, 2026

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In this episode of Murder in the Black, hosts Steph and Maia tell the story of Erica Vassel, a vibrant 21-year-old from Clewiston, Florida, whose life was cut short just days after Super Bowl Sunday in February 2011.Known as America's Sweetest Town, Clewiston sits on the edge of the Everglades, surrounded by sugar cane fields and built on familiarity and trust. But when Erica failed to come home, that sense of safety quickly unraveled.Steph and Maia walk listeners through who Erica was before she became a headline — a young woman full of color, ambition, and promise — and then carefully unfold the events surrounding her disappearance, the rumors that flooded her small community, and the investigation that followed. As detectives chased leads, a burner phone, and conflicting stories, the truth ultimately emerged through a shocking confession.This episode also explores the cultural and spiritual concept of “root work”, how belief systems can be misunderstood or weaponized, and the dangerous consequences when fear overrides accountability.Through reflection, this case challenges us to consider trust, vigilance, and how even familiar places can hold hidden dangers.The life and legacy of Erica VasselHer disappearance and discovery in Clewiston, FloridaHow rumors and community speculation can complicate investigationsThe role of belief systems in criminal confessionsThe dangers of misplaced fear and controlThe importance of community awareness and accountabilityA family's fight for truth and justiceMissing persons • Community trust • Violence in familiar spaces • Cultural misunderstanding • Accountability • Vigilance • JusticeThis episode invites listeners to reflect on personal safety, community responsibility, and how easily danger can be overlooked when it hides behind familiarity.

In this episode of “Carlsbad: People, Purpose and Impact,” host Bret Schanzenbach sits down with Paola Richard, CEO and founder of Gelato Love in Carlsbad Village.Paola shares her global upbringing in Rome with roots across Europe, her early career as a seven-time Italian national synchronized swimming champion training in California, and her transition into marine biology and science journalism, where she wrote and produced content on conservation for outlets like National Geographic Italy and national television.Seeking a new life adventure, Paola moved back to California, fell in love with Carlsbad, and—thanks to a suggestion from her brother and cousin—made a bold pivot from journalism to entrepreneurship, launching a gelato shop originally called Gaia. With strong support from the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce, she opened her first store in the Carlsbad Village Faire and eventually rebranded to Gelato Love for clearer, more emotional branding.Paola explains how she uses her science background to reinvent gelato: experimenting with allulose, a rare sugar that mimics sugar's taste and texture but doesn't spike blood sugar, allowing Gelato Love to create no-sugar-added, low-glycemic, clean-label gelato with no artificial stabilizers. They now produce about 5,000 pounds of artisan gelato a day, make custom recipes for clients like Camp Pendleton, and offer 36 flavors in-store out of more than 300 recipes she has developed.She describes navigating COVID-19 by building an online ordering and local delivery system that literally kept the business alive and brought “little celebrations” to families stuck at home—like the special delivery Bret ordered for his staff. Paola also shares details about her Italian market-style shop, which now includes imported foods, panettone, bags, and accessories from Italy alongside gelato cakes and classic desserts like tiramisu.Finally, Paola celebrates a huge milestone: being selected by historic Italian company Fabbri to create three specialty flavors (dark chocolate oat milk, lemon cream ginger, and strawberry cheesecake) now available nationwide on Amazon, shipped frozen with dry ice. For Paola, every pint is a “gift of love” from Carlsbad to the rest of the country, and she dreams of further distribution while keeping quality, craft, and “guilt-free celebration” at the center of Gelato Love. Did this episode have a special impact on you? Share how it impacted youCarlsbad Podcast Social Links:LinkedInInstagramFacebookXYouTubeSponsor: This show is sponsored and produced by DifMix Productions. To learn more about starting your own podcast, visit www.DifMix.com/podcasting

of their own sweetness bodies of their loveliness-#4409(97R20 pc 127 left) by chair house 250109.mp3 (again, William Butler Yeats from May 22, 2025) *** NEW CATCHPHRASE FOR PIANO TEN THOUSAND LEAVES *** " Gentleness, carried on 4,536 leaves of sound " =========================== The Complete Works of Piano Ten Thousand Leaves Vol.1-5 =========================== VOLUME1-5 just released! Gentleness, carried on 4,536 leaves of sound. --- youtube full video: https://youtu.be/keXS3AEO1a4 --- spotify: https://open.spotify.com/intl-ja/album/4bNp2s3LQmQRKW20I9nqg6?si=J3ecOB_ySXKqrtjWViXNgA --- Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/jp/album/the-complete-works-of-piano-ten-thousand-leaves-vol-1-5/1851196335 --- amazon Music: https://amazon.co.jp/music/player/albums/B0G14M9TRF?marketplaceId=A1VC38T7YXB528&musicTerritory=JP&ref=dm_sh_AW167RpyD3hxpUR2jIAjg0SRa --- Line Music: https://music.line.me/webapp/album/mb0000000004ca05e8 --- AWA: https://s.awa.fm/album/79acc2b85cbe01e0a992 --- all music streaming services: https://linkco.re/GqnQvNyP?lang=en ######## Latest Album: 31st SELECTION ALBUM JUST RELEASED ######## "forest moon dream" - the 31st selection album of piano ten thousand leaves youtube: FULL VIDEO with 20 full songs in very high quality sounds https://youtu.be/hRY7rtkp-hw?si=dpSjSeY7rHAyOvtC spotify: https://open.spotify.com/intl-ja/album/0GL5j2gohVbt5rgcbZqslM?si=Al-XczUJTJmNYgpcGbff7w apple Music: https://music.apple.com/jp/album/forest-moon-dream/1843588627 amazon music: https://amazon.co.jp/music/player/albums/B0FTMBPY75?marketplaceId=A1VC38T7YXB528&musicTerritory=JP&ref=dm_sh_dz30EicNlOoEQrCadNDGVEtSW all music streaming services: https://linkco.re/GzFhAvTg?lang=en *** "PIANO TEN THOUSAND LEAVE" COMPLETE WORK ALBUM SERIES START *** Now begins a new challenge: to compile all 4,536 pieces into 91 albums and deliver them to the future. Just as "Ten Thousand Leaves ( Manyoushu ) " carried the hearts of lovers across a thousand years, we hope these piano pieces will reach people a thousand years from now. =================== VOLUME1-5 =================== See the description above. =================== VOLUME1-4 =================== *** youtube full video: https://youtu.be/a77YDMMgv7o *** spotify: https://open.spotify.com/intl-ja/album/3mISdsZNVdEAD2BMxCE0ku?si=2l36hot_TsyV_kCVnKwLBg *** Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/jp/album/the-complete-works-of-piano-ten-thousand-leaves-vol-1-4/1840586819 *** amazon Music: https://amazon.com/music/player/albums/B0FRMNGD1K?marketplaceId=ATVPDKIKX0DER&musicTerritory=US&ref=dm_sh_mFt4isWbmtWKlgKqqHDbRNiff *** all music streaming services: https://linkco.re/m0nqEtsg?lang=en =================== VOLUME1-3 =================== *** youtube full video https://youtu.be/ue7KsUBdLME?si=5UbdJelOAPjqboiJ *** spotify: https://open.spotify.com/intl-ja/album/6BAV5XloL6HDGboFeiE3VF?si=e4E-3zI0RqCt8aQNrnMHrQ *** Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/jp/album/the-complete-works-of-piano-ten-thousand-leaves-vol-1-3/1834912123 *** all music streaming services: https://linkco.re/8RNRdEa3?lang=en =================== VOLUME1-2 =================== *** youtube: full video of 50 pieces 2 hours https://youtu.be/fBmIMLpM10g?si=MQmAdF95M7GCm4Ve *** spotify: https://open.spotify.com/intl-ja/album/1KDM283kVS8x7fO9q79w2v?si=iIJ4sZidSqWW8ah59Y_a1g *** Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/jp/album/the-complete-works-of-piano-ten-thousand-leaves-vol-1-2/1832629621 *** all music streaming services: https://linkco.re/VeA0UreQ?lang=en

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2025 Highlights: The Doctor of Connections & Building Momentum for 2026Guest: Theresa Benvenuto, Doctor of ConnectionsHost: Julie RigaEpisode Type: Special Holiday Edition - Year in ReviewOverviewIn this special holiday edition, Julie sits down with Theresa Benvenuto (affectionately known as "Benvenuts" and the "Doctor of Connections") to reflect on an extraordinary year of growth, transformation, and meaningful relationships. Together, they celebrate the wins, share lessons learned, and look ahead to the opportunities awaiting in 2026. This episode is a heartwarming reminder that success isn't just about what you achieve. It's about who you become and the connections you nurture along the way.2025 Highlights: The Doctor of Connections & Building Momentum for 2026About This EpisodeJulie and Theresa reflect on an extraordinary 2025 filled with networking adventures, leadership growth, and meaningful transformations. From the Vault Conference to building the Before I Lead program, they share behind-the-scenes stories and remind us that the sweetness of business lies in the relationships we build.Guest BackgroundTheresa Benvenuto brings 20+ years of pharmaceutical experience into her second career as a business development specialist and connector extraordinaire. Her nickname "Doctor of Connections" reflects her gift for getting people "Directly On Calendar" (DOC) and creating meaningful business relationships that lead to transformation.Fun Fact: Theresa's favorite holiday cookie is the Christmas Tree, an Italian S-cookie from her grandmother's recipe that she makes every year in her memory.Key TopicsThe Birth of "Doctor of Connections": How Theresa's identity evolved from Doctor of Pharmacy to Doctor of Connections, capturing her passion for business development and networking.2025 Highlights:The Vault Conference in FloridaBuilding the Before I Lead ProgramThe Before I Sell Initiative and LinkedIn strategyEpic Networking Group and holiday networking eventsThe Power of Accountability: How the Before I Lead program provides leaders with accountability that accelerates growth and proves that prospecting work done today shows results 30 days later.Memorable Quotes"We planted a lot of seeds this year, and our plants and roses and beautiful flowers are gonna grow in 2026.""We get lost in the flurry of all the work that we have to do that we forget the sweetness of business. And the sweetness of business is the relationships that we build.""If I can help you change the way you're doing something that is plaguing you, then I've done my job."Key TakeawaysRelationships Are the Sweetness of Business - Prioritize authentic connection over tasksAccountability Accelerates Growth - Join groups that challenge your limiting beliefsThe 30-Day Rule Works - Consistent prospecting today creates results in 30 daysChallenge Your Stories - Rewrite the narratives holding you backInvest in Yourself First - Make your growth a non-negotiable investmentNetwork with Purpose - Show up authentically everywhereAha Moments Change Everything - Stay open to transformationConnectTheresa Benvenuto: Doctor of Connections specializing in Business Development, LinkedIn Strategy, and NetworkingJulie Riga: Leadership Coach offering Before I Lead programHoliday Wishes: Happy Hanukkah, Merry Christmas, Happy New Year! Here's to a healthy, purposeful, and transformational 2026. Stay on course!

“Connection to the land and knowing the plants that surround you and knowing what food your ancestor ate and trying to go back there is probably one of the most important things that we can do as resistance today.” - Aya Gazawi FaourIn For The Wild's series in collaboration with Olive Oddessey, we hear from their co-founder, Aya Gazawi Faour, who shares about plants indigenous to the Palestinian landscape and their deep ties to culture, resistance, and enduring lifeways. In this concluding episode, Aya shares about both the symbols and material history of watermelon and prickly pear in Palestine, emphasizing the history of the plants as integral to their current uses. From reminders of resilience and patience to subtle efforts of resistance, plants can be helpful teachers on our paths towards liberation, and this episode leaves us with the sweet promise of freedom and liberation to come.  Let this conversation be an invitation to look more closely at the lands and living beings of Palestine. If Aya's stories moved you, take the next step: learn from the farmers and stewards keeping these lifeways alive. Explore the work of Palestinian growers, deepen your understanding of their traditions, and support their harvests through Olive Odyssey. Every gesture of connection helps nourish a culture, a landscape, and a people rooted in resilience.Olive Odyssey brings together farmers from across Palestine with a shared purpose: to tell the story of the Palestinian people through the food they produce. Their mission is simple yet powerful — each bottle reflects a deep connection to the land and a commitment to sustainable, community-centered practices. To learn more about the farmers, their methods, and to source olive oil and recipes, visit https://oliveodyssey.com.Learn more about this episode by visiting https://www.forthewild.worldPlants Are Political is based on Olive Odyssey's series by the same name.Learn more at https://www.forthewild.worldCreditsMusic for this episode was composed by Doe Paoro from her album “Living Through Collapse.” For The Wild is created by Ayana Young, Erica, Ekrem, Julia Jackson, and Victoria Pham. Support the show

Jesus has made us new by the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on his churchThursday • 12/25/2025 •(Christmas Day) This morning's Scriptures are: Psalm 72; 2 Samuel 7:1–17; Titus 2:11–3:8a; Luke 1:39–56This morning's Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)

Courtney and Whitney step straight into a world of pure imagination when they welcome Christina, Dan, and Christopher Abel, the family behind the 350-year-old Bissinger's Chocolate legacy. The sisters learn what it was really like growing up in a working chocolate factory, from sneaking chocolate graham crackers off the line, bribing teachers with chocolate (allegedly), and surviving a chocolate conundrum when the factory floor ended up covered in 400 pounds of melted chocolate. At the center of it all is their mom, the Matriarch of Sweetness, Momma Rosalie. Along with her husband Dan Sr., she started Chocolate, Chocolate, Chocolate, named for their three kids, before acquiring Bissinger's in 2019. She cooked 29 out of 30 nights, dressed up as the Easter Bunny when needed, and somehow built a family business that still eats lunch together every single day. By the end, the sisters are planning a trip to St. Louis to eat chocolate and drink wine with the siblings at their latest venture The Chocolate Cafe. It's a tour through childhood memories, family loyalty, and the kind of success you only get when your Momma passes on the gift of sweetness. Bissinger's Handcrafted Chocolatier Bissinger's on Instagram: @bissingers Hey Sis, Eat This is hosted by Courtney Ashley & Whitney Wolder Follow us on social media @heysiseatthis Visit our Website for recipes and more heysiseatthis.com Contact us at hello@heysiseatthis.com

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A Note from JamesTupac Shakur—one of the greatest rap artists ever—was shot and killed almost two decades ago. What else is there left to say about him? What new things can be said?Well, Jeff Pearlman's new book, Only God Can Judge Me: The Many Lives of Tupac Shakur, takes on that challenge. In our conversation, we talk about what Jeff uncovered in his research, why he wanted to write another Tupac book, and what made this one different.But first, a little story. Back in the '90s, I was running a company that built websites. Around 1997 or '98, Tupac's mom wanted to release a new album of his music and build a website around it. I went in to pitch the project—$90,000, which would've covered payroll for another month. I needed that deal.So I show up, ready to impress. Tupac's manager says, “Okay, here's my computer. Show me what you've got.” And I realize—I've never used a Windows machine in my life. I'd only ever used Macs. I couldn't even figure out how to turn it on.I had a computer science degree. I was a software engineer. I'd been running this company for years. But in that moment, I had to admit: “I don't know how to use this machine.” He laughed me out of the room. Literally.That was the day I learned that even the smartest pitch can fall apart if you forget to check which operating system you're using.Anyway—what else is there to talk about with Tupac Shakur? Jeff Pearlman and I figured it out.Episode DescriptionIn this episode, James sits down with bestselling author and journalist Jeff Pearlman (The Last Folk Hero, Showtime, Sweetness) to talk about his latest book, Only God Can Judge Me: The Many Lives of Tupac Shakur.Pearlman explores the contradictions, brilliance, and tragedy of Tupac's life—how a performing arts kid from Baltimore became the poetic voice of West Coast hip hop, and how his complex identity was shaped by the Black Panther movement, celebrity culture, and the rise of gangsta rap.James and Jeff unpack Tupac's evolution from Digital Underground hype man to solo artist, his influence on music and film, and the deeper meaning behind songs like Brenda's Got a Baby. They also trace the events leading up to his death, separating myth from reality, and reflect on what Tupac's legacy might have become if he'd lived.What You'll LearnWhy Tupac's “gangster” persona was more performance than realityHow his upbringing under a Black Panther mother shaped his worldviewThe untold story behind Brenda's Got a Baby—and how Pearlman found the real “baby” years laterThe truth about Tupac's relationship with Biggie Smalls and the events that led to both of their deathsWhy Tupac might have gone on to become a political or cultural leader, not just a rapperHow hip hop evolved from the storytelling of the '90s to today's more fragmented soundTimestamped Chapters[00:00] Introduction – James shares his connection to Tupac's world [02:43] A Note from James – The web pitch that went wrong [05:00] Why Jeff Pearlman wrote a Tupac book [07:00] The challenge of writing outside his comfort zone [09:00] Tupac's background and the myth of the “gangsta” image [11:00] The evolution of rap from the '80s to now [16:00] What made Tupac's art different from his peers [18:30] Tupac as a natural actor—and how he almost won an Oscar [21:00] Was his “gangster” side authentic or performance? [23:30] The night Tupac was killed—what really happened [26:00] How the East Coast–West Coast rivalry became fatal [30:00] The origin of Brenda's Got a Baby and the real-life people behind it [35:00] Tupac's literal storytelling and emotional honesty [36:30] How he might have evolved as an artist—or politician [38:00] The conversation that inspired a future Newark city councilman [40:00] Hip hop's intelligence, legacy, and misunderstood brilliance [45:00] From Ice-T to Death Row: how labels, power, and politics shaped the scene [49:00] Wrapping up with gratitude—and a little hair envyAdditional ResourcesJeff Pearlman – Only God Can Judge Me: The Many Lives of Tupac ShakurJeff Pearlman's Official WebsiteTupac Shakur – Brenda's Got a Baby (Official Video)Digital Underground – Same Song (Tupac's first verse)FBI Case File: Death of Tupac ShakurFilm: Juice (1992), starring Tupac Shakur and Omar EppsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.