Podcasts about Teamwork

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DFS Army's lead NFL Analyst Kevin "Geek" Alan joins with two-time millionaire maker winner Bobbywow to take a look at the best plays and strategy for the Monday Night Football Cowboys vs Raiders showdown in Week 11 for DraftKings and FanDuel.

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Weathering the Storm: A Tale of Teamwork and Growth Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2025-11-17-08-38-20-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De wind ritselde zachtjes door de oranje en rode bladeren buiten, terwijl de herfst zijn aanwezigheid duidelijk maakte in de straten van de stad.En: The wind rustled gently through the orange and red leaves outside, as autumn made its presence clearly felt in the city streets.Nl: Binnen in de college dorm zat Femke, met de schouders gespannen en haar blik gericht op het scherm van haar laptop.En: Inside the college dorm sat Femke, with her shoulders tense and her gaze fixed on her laptop screen.Nl: Rondom haar lagen papieren verspreid over de tafel, de kamer benauwd zonder de frisse lucht van buiten.En: Around her, papers were scattered across the table, the room stuffy without the fresh air from outside.Nl: "Het is echt een rommeltje," mompelde Femke tegen zichzelf, verwijzend naar zowel de kamer als de situatie met haar groepsproject.En: "It's really a mess," Femke muttered to herself, referring to both the room and the situation with her group project.Nl: De deadline naderde, en de stress drukte zwaar op haar schouders.En: The deadline was approaching, and the stress weighed heavily on her shoulders.Nl: Jeroen leunde nonchalant achterover in zijn stoel, rokend aan een pen en leek zich nergens zorgen over te maken.En: Jeroen leaned back nonchalantly in his chair, chewing on a pen and seemingly unconcerned.Nl: "Maak je niet druk, Femke. We maken het wel op tijd af," zei hij met een lach, alsof tijd altijd aan zijn kant stond.En: "Don't worry, Femke. We'll finish it on time," he said with a smile, as if time was always on his side.Nl: "Maar er is niet veel tijd meer!" reageerde Femke, haar stem trillerig van de spanning.En: "But there's not much time left!" Femke responded, her voice shaky with tension.Nl: Sanne keek op van haar boek, dat ze halfslachtig aan het lezen was.En: Sanne looked up from her book, which she was barely reading.Nl: Ze wist dat ze iets moest zeggen om de boel te kalmeren.En: She knew she needed to say something to calm things down.Nl: Sanne was altijd de bemiddelaar van de groep, maar soms maakte haar aarzeling alles ingewikkelder.En: Sanne was always the mediator of the group, but sometimes her hesitation made everything more complicated.Nl: "Misschien kunnen we een lijst maken van wat er nog moet gebeuren?" stelde Sanne voorzichtig voor.En: "Maybe we could make a list of what still needs to be done?" Sanne cautiously suggested.Nl: Femke zuchtte. "Ik moet dit serieus aanpakken. We kunnen het ons niet veroorloven om dit te laten mislukken."En: Femke sighed. "I have to take this seriously. We can't afford to let this fail."Nl: De avond viel, en het enige geluid in de kamer was het klikken van toetsenborden en het zachte gezoem van de verwarmingen.En: Evening fell, and the only sounds in the room were the clicking of keyboards and the soft humming of the heaters.Nl: Femke voelde haar geduld afbrokkelen. Alles drong op haar af als regen op een paraplu.En: Femke felt her patience eroding, everything pressing down on her like rain on an umbrella.Nl: Uiteindelijk kon Femke het niet meer inhouden.En: Eventually, Femke couldn't hold it in any longer.Nl: Ze knalde haar laptop dicht en keek naar haar teamgenoten.En: She slammed her laptop shut and looked at her teammates.Nl: "We moeten het nu over de taakverdeling hebben!" zei ze krachtig, voor het eerst haar stem verheffend.En: "We need to discuss task allocation now!" she said forcefully, raising her voice for the first time.Nl: Jeroen keek verrast op. "Oké, oké, je hebt gelijk," gaf hij toe.En: Jeroen looked up, surprised. "Okay, okay, you're right," he admitted.Nl: "Ik zal mijn deel deze week nog afmaken."En: "I'll finish my part this week."Nl: Sanne zette haar boek weg en stelde voor om de taken duidelijker te organiseren.En: Sanne put away her book and suggested organizing the tasks more clearly.Nl: "Laten we samen een planning maken. Als we het goed verdelen, moet het lukken."En: "Let's make a plan together. If we divide it well, we can do it."Nl: Femke voelde de druk langzaam van haar afglijden.En: Femke felt the pressure slowly slide off her.Nl: Ze had geleerd om haar zorgen te delen, en het resultaat was hoopgevend.En: She had learned to share her concerns, and the result was hopeful.Nl: Het team begon met een nieuwe energie aan de opdracht.En: The team started the assignment with new energy.Nl: Soms werkten ze tot laat in de avond, maar nu met een helder plan en gedeelde verantwoordelijkheden.En: Sometimes they worked late into the evening, but now with a clear plan and shared responsibilities.Nl: Op de ochtend dat de deadline aanbrak, was de dorm nog stiller dan anders.En: On the morning of the deadline, the dorm was even quieter than usual.Nl: De taak was afgerond.En: The task was completed.Nl: Het project leken zo goed als volmaakt, met ieders inbreng doordrenkt in de regels en afbeeldingen.En: The project seemed almost perfect, with everyone's contributions woven into the lines and images.Nl: Femke glimlachte opgelucht naar Jeroen en Sanne.En: Femke smiled in relief at Jeroen and Sanne.Nl: Femke had een waardevolle les geleerd; communicatie was net zo belangrijk als hard werken.En: Femke had learned a valuable lesson; communication was just as important as hard work.Nl: En de koude herfstlucht voelde iets minder kil met de wetenschap dat ze er niet alleen voor stond.En: And the cold autumn air felt a little less chilly with the knowledge that she wasn't in it alone.Nl: De bladeren dansten nog altijd in de wind, een herinnering aan de veranderende seizoenen en de groei die daarmee kwam.En: The leaves still danced in the wind, a reminder of the changing seasons and the growth that came with them.Nl: Hun samenwerking was sterker dan ooit, net op tijd voor de herfststorm te overwinnnen.En: Their collaboration was stronger than ever, just in time to weather the autumn storm. 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Growing a law firm isn't just about new clients. It's about building a strong team and a seamless client experience. In this special episode of On the Road, paralegal and law-firm operations consultant Eda Rosa breaks down the long-term strategies firms need to scale sustainably. She explains why continual staff training, proactive workflows, clear communication, and data-driven systems are essential to reducing bottlenecks and improving client satisfaction. From strengthening internal processes to empowering your front-line team, discover how intentional structure and collaboration can elevate your firm's performance and set the foundation for future growth. Eda Rosa is a paralegal, educator, and law-firm operations consultant specializing in workflow optimization and team development. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Success is peace of mind that is the direct result of self-satisfaction in knowing you did your best to become the best that you are capable of becoming.” We start our final week of our 7-week series of quotes based on themes from my book, "Senior Salute," with five quotes on the theme of "Success." The first one is the John Wooden quote you see above. In my quest to find a definition of success, I found that Wooden had defined it in a way that was right in line with how I had come to feel. His definition of success was so spot-on that I chose to adopt it as mine, too. I encourage you to consider success in this same way. Your success is about how hard you try and how far you are willing to go without giving up. Many successful people have been counted out numerous times, but they refused to give up. They just doggedly persisted until they eventually achieved what they were seeking. When you do that, you will be a success every time, no matter what some scoreboard says. I wrote "Senior Salute" as a follow-up to my most popular book ever, "Inspiration for the Graduate." Both are gift books for coaches or parents to give to their senior athletes. "Inspiration for the Graduate" makes for a great graduation gift, and "Senior Salute" is a great gift to give on Senior Night or at the End-of-Season Banquet. Each book is filled with quotes based on various Team Themes that, hopefully, the coaches have talked with and worked on with their teams at some point in the season.Also, please consider becoming a supporter of the show. You can donate to the show by clicking on the link below. Thanks so much for your support!Support the showFor more information to help you on your road to becoming your best, check us out at SlamDunkSuccess.com or email me at scott@slamdunksuccess.com.As always, our background music is "Dance in the Sun" by Krisztian Vass.

This sermon, The Way You Build Culture, explains how the atmosphere we create around us determines whether our homes, teams, and ministries thrive or struggle. Pastor Rick highlights Abraham’s example as a cultural leader who trained, prepared, and instilled faith in his household.

The Time Riders: Part 8 A Date With Death. Based on a post by BiscuitHammer, in 16 parts. Listen to the Podcast at Explicit Novels. Into the pit. Domitia was brought through the streets, which were lined with huge crowds watching her somberly. She was attended by at least twenty soldiers, who walked in silence around her. Accompanying them were her former sister Vestals and the Pontifex Maximus, one of the greatest priests in Rome and head of the state religion. It was he who ultimately was in charge of the Virgins, both choosing them and stripping them of their office if the need arose. He walked ahead of her, his face grave. Domitia wore a simple white tunic now, but all other signs of her former life were gone. Her magnificent braids were undone, and her brown hair hung down her back shamefully. The colors she'd been allowed to wear were missing. In times past, disgraced Virgins had been excoriated, possibly just beaten with a rod, but now, in the height of mighty Rome's power, the punishment was death, for endangering the city. But no one was insane enough to spill the blood of a Vestal Virgin, disgraced or not, so her execution was not so direct. She would be sent underground into a small chamber, with a stock of food and supplies, and locked in there until she starved to death, or succumbed to sickness. They weren't killing her, per se; she was merely shunned until she died. Such was the way of Imperial Rome. Her condemnation and pronouncement of her fate had already been declared, at the beginning of this long walk, meant to be a show of penitence before the face of all Rome. And as humiliated and crushed as she was, her foremost thought was about Bonosus, and his magnificent cock. Even now, being led through the streets, her cunt was wet and ached to feel him buried inside her. Before she knew it, they had arrived at their destination, a small area in the north of the city, with a plot dug into the ground. Stopping at its edge, she looked down inside; the walls were lined with wood, probably to prevent a collapse, and there seemed to be a small stool and a cot within. She heard hysterical sobbing from nearby, and turned her head to see her mother, her birth mother, Pompeneia, weeping from behind the barricade of guards and calling out to her. Domitia's heart ached for a moment, but then she turned her gaze back to the den prepared for her. Her fate was sealed. She glanced over to look at her sister Vestals, but they refused to look at her, staring ahead resolutely. She could see tears in dear Silla's eyes, though; she had hurt the Sisterhood badly, and this was how she was to pay for it. So be it. With all the dignity she could muster, Domitia swallowed her fear and stepped forward, turning and climbing down the ladder, descending roughly ten feet until she reached the earthen floor. There were small candles burning on some stone surfaces, allowing for dim light. She looked upward, and the last thing she saw was the face of the Pontifex Maximus looking down at her, his expression unreadable, before a heavy door was slammed down and locked, cutting off all light and all sound from above. She shuddered at the sound, her stomach twisting in knots. She knew that there was no way out. The door would be weighted, and guards set outside for weeks, to prevent anyone from trying to rescue her. Despite her fear, she looked around, noting the small amount of food supplies left for her, and a small, narrow hole dug in one corner where she was to relieve herself. It wouldn't do to have a Vestal Virgin stinking of shit, even a disgraced one, and even in death. The silence was almost terrifying. She slumped into the small chair left for her, shivering and biting her lip as she felt that her cunt was still wet, the sticky lips parting slightly as she spread her legs. Thoughts of Bonosus returned to her, and she couldn't help but reach down beneath her tunic and begin rubbing her fingers over herself. The fear she felt melted away as she tickled her throbbing clit and teased her warm nether lips. Domitia closed her eyes and sighed in pleasure. If she was to die in this hateful place, it would be while cumming, thinking of that magnificent cock, spurting inside her one last time; The wall opposite her creaked and opened, the stout wooden boards pulling away. Domitia almost yelped in shock, but she didn't stop playing with herself. She stared in astonishment as a tall blonde woman came inside, carrying a torch. Following her was Nanu, a slave-girl that Domitia would have sworn belonged to her parents. "Well, hello, Domitia," the blonde woman said, smiling at her. "I'm Lady Aurora Horatia, Bonosus' mistress. Are you ready to get out of here?" Domitia nodded, but then paused, reconsidering as her fingers plunged in and out of her molten cunt. "Can you; give me just a moment here?" the former Virgin asked sheepishly. Into the Arena. Mark winced and squinted as the great gate opened, allowing light to flood into the dark tunnel. The grinding and heaving of the gears that moved the iron-reinforced barriers echoed loudly, and his heart pounded in anxiety. He was almost hyperventilating, and he could feel the blood racing through his veins. Maybe taking the adrenalin tab he'd finally found stashed behind a loose brick wasn't such a good idea. And no instructions, either. He reminded himself to punch himself in the face when he saw himself again. Hey, at least he knew he survived. He felt himself shoved roughly out into the arena, looking around in bewilderment as tens of thousands of people all shouted and jeered at him. Part of the huge stadium was cast into shadow because of the giant canvas awning that covered a full third of its seating and the arena in the center. He thought it was called the Velarium, but he wasn't sure. The roaring noise of the crowds hurt his ears, and he felt dizzy. The tab's effects apparently hadn't evened out in him yet. Maybe he should have taken it earlier? Wearing his itchy burlap loincloth, a rope belt, sandals and nothing else, Mark wandered slowly toward the center of the sandy field, his cudgel in hand. The echoing sounds of the crowd were maddening, and he felt almost dizzy. What was the purpose of this damn tab, anyway? Guards approached him. His urge was to run, but where would he go? Trembling, he stood his ground and waited for them. One of them grabbed him roughly and spun him about to face something, shoving him to one knee. Mark gasped, but then looked up and paused. On the other side of the giant stadium, sitting in a shaded box, was a man wearing purple, surrounded by guards and other dignitaries. It had to be the Emperor. The most powerful man in the world. If only he knew which one it was. Maybe he could've gotten an autograph. He chuckled bitterly at his joke, but the guard holding him told him to shut up and slapped him across the back of the head. Mark's eyes snapped open and fury flared through him. He surged to his feet and his shoulder-block knocked the guard backwards, to the astonishment of the audience. The guard and another one nearby drew their weapons and were about to kill him, when trumpets blared from all around the perimeter of the Colosseum. Mark looked around warily, seeing the reaction of the crowds as the two guards withdrew. Drums sounded out now, and more trumpets. He looked over at the emperor, his eyes going wide as he noticed a familiar, stunning blonde woman in a seat next to him and watching Mark with a smirk. Kneeling beside her was Nanu. "Jesus, Becky, there's a million people in Rome; how many did you fuck?" he muttered, scowling. He heard the gates clanking open again and spun to face them, his heart racing again. From the dark tunnel strode a stout, bald man wearing leather armour on his shoulder and a metal-studded skirt, carrying a shield and wielding a small axe. "What is this, fetish night at the Colosseum?" Mark complained loudly as the man began to run toward him. Mark braced himself, watching warily. His earlier anxiety was being replaced by anger, and a desire to either flee or fight. He'd just trust to his adrenalin and hope that his future self knew what the Hell he was doing. The gladiator ran up and swung at Mark, who ducked and came up behind his foe. Before the man could turn, Mark struck him across the back of the head with his cudgel. The man crashed to the ground face-first. The crowd was yelling in outrage and astonishment. Apparently, that wasn't supposed to happen. The man showed no signs of rising, merely stirring feebly and groaning, a huge goose egg rising on the back of his head. Hastily, Mark leaned down and pulled the round wooden shield off the man's arm and pried the axe from his grip. He stood up, trying to control his breathing. His heart felt like it would burst out of his chest. He looked around, making sure no one was approaching him from any other direction, but nobody seemed to be forthcoming. Where was his next foe? It dawned on him that he hadn't been expected to last beyond this first fight. They were probably scrambling to figure out what to do next. Doubtless they'd be finding another gladiator to throw at him. He chanced a glance up at Becky, but she sat still, simply watching him. He didn't blame her; she was supposed to have turned on him, after all. He did notice that she was keeping one leg crossed over the other and bouncing her thighs subtly. Maybe the hormones weren't completely out of her system yet. Or it could have just been normal horny Becky. Who knew at this point? A few seconds later, the gates on another section of the concave wall that surrounded him opened slowly, and out strode a tall man, wearing only a loincloth like himself and greaves, but carrying a weighted net in one hand, and a trident in the other. "Trident!" Mark exclaimed to himself, remembering. "That's what those fucking things are called! Now I can; Hey!" Mark had gotten distracted and only barely jumped out of the way of the retiarius, who thrust his trident, trying to skewer his foe. Mark angrily struck at the man's head with his axe, but he raised the haft of the weapon to block and Mark's axe broke on it. The crowd cheered wildly as it saw what happened. Mark stared dumbly at the splintered handle of his weapon, the iron head missing entirely, having spun off to land in the dust several inconvenient feet away. "What the shit?" Mark shouted angrily as he dodged another attack, keeping his shield between himself and his enemy. The trident's tines glanced off the face of his shield, coming perilously close to ripping open his side. "You mean I can't kill anyone? I'm timelocked from killing someone, even if they're trying to kill me?" He dodged again and scrambled for his cudgel, lying next to the first man he'd knocked unconscious. The man he was fighting was quick, though, and lunged in, jamming his weapon forward and trying to impale Mark through his stomach with it. Mark blocked with the shield, shuddering in panic as he felt the tines burst through the wood and punch out the back side, dangerously close to his belly. But the trident was caught now, and now the two men wrestled back and forth desperately, with the retiarius trying to free his weapon and Mark doing everything he could to prevent that exact thing. Suddenly he realized that he was doing exactly the wrong thing, and simply let go of his shield. The gladiator now held his trident awkwardly, weighed down as it was by the shield embedded on it, and with no safe recourse to get it back. He flailed at Mark with the weighted edges of his net, threatening to break smaller bones if he got in too close. Mark dashed for the cudgel again, and this time his opponent couldn't quickly follow him. Mark picked it up and tried putting the man on the defensive, skirting around him, looking for an opening to strike. The man glared at him balefully, swinging the net if Mark got too close. He's not armored and he can't use his weapon; Mark reminded himself. He flung his cudgel at the gladiator's face and surged in while the man was trying to block the unexpected projectile. His trident was weighted down with Mark's shield, so he was using the net frantically to avoid being struck. Mark plowed into the man and took him down to the ground, using his advantage in height and weight. His foe wheezed as he landed hard on his back, beginning to thrash as Mark straddled his chest and pummeled at him. A lucky punch got through and Mark snapped his foe's head to the side with a right across the jaw. He went to sleep. The crowds were shouting again angrily as Mark stood, recovering his stupid club and taking the man's net, since the shield was wrecked, and the trident was no use since he apparently wasn't allowed to kill anyone. How did time lock know, anyway? He bent over, trying to control his breathing and his pulse. His head was spinning again from the anxiety. What the Hell was his future self thinking, leaving that damn tab to use? What sort of advantage and futuristic superpower was panic? You're pumping adrenalin; it makes runners faster, it makes them run longer; it makes people stronger in a crisis; He opened his eyes and stood, turning around and looking at the thousands upon thousands of people who hated him. Fuck those people. He turned and looked at the emperor and held the weighted net in the air, scowling at the sovereign. "That all you got, asshole?" he shouted, feeling himself get angrier and more aggressive with every moment. Becky could barely hear what Mark was yelling over the noise of the crowds, but she shifted somewhat uncomfortably when she felt the mood of the man next to her darken. "So that's how he wants to play it, hmm?" muttered the emperor, resting his cheek against his hand. "Uppity thing, this boy of yours, Lady Horatia." "Oh, he is no longer mine, great emperor; this behavior, reprehensible as it might be, is unknown to me. Please dispose of the upstart as you see fit," Becky replied, knowing better than to be perceived as defending Mark. "You can count on that, my lady;” he replied, nodding absently as he made some vague motion to a signaler. "If you will excuse me, sire, I must depart for a moment," Becky said, trying to not sound urgent. The emperor looked at her quizzically for a moment: "You would miss his doom?" She made a show of blushing: "His life and death mean nothing to me now, but all this excitement has undone me, sire. I must go and relieve myself, because it wouldn't do to piss myself in your presence." "Very well, then," he said, nodding. "But try to be back soon." Becky stood and bowed before exiting the emperor's spectator box, taking Nanu with her, pulling her along by the wrist. "My lady, is now a good time to see to such functions?" asked the Egyptian girl as she followed the blonde woman. "Is Bonosus not in great danger? I thought you meant to rescue him." "I can't rescue him sitting next to that pompous ass, now can I?" Becky hissed as she strode down one of the hallways. "And keep your voice down; I don't want people to know what we're doing." "Sorry, mistress," Nanu replied, blushing. She allowed herself to be dragged along for several seconds before asking her next question. "What are we doing, exactly?" "You'll see soon enough," Becky said grimly, her blue eyes flashing as she pushed through the throngs of people in the hallways that ran around the length of the Colosseum. "I hope you wore your cock-sucking lips today;” The huge man lumbered towards Mark; he was well over half a foot taller than Mark, and a whole lot heavier. Beneath his layer of fat, he was obviously muscular and very strong. He carried a shield in one hand, a wicked sword in the other. His loincloth was made of tough leather, covered in metal studs. His wide belt was also braced with metal. His right arm was protected from shoulder to wrist by a cauldron and gleaming steel plates. On his head was an intimidating helmet, the face mask looking like something out of "Mad Max: Fury Road," with a peaked top that sported what looked like a curved metal blade or sail. It looked like he was wearing a can opener on his head. "Fuck;” Mark whined to himself as he stood his ground, trying to figure out how he was going to keep from getting killed. He held his cudgel and his net, trying to look threatening, but the gorilla coming at him didn't seem to care. He jumped out of the way as the Samnite slashed with his sword. He tried to move in, but was sent flying backwards when the gladiator suddenly slammed the front of his shield into him. Landing on his back, Mark only had a split second to roll out of the way as the point of his foe's sword drove down into the dirt where'd he'd only just been. He kicked at the man's leg, but it held, and he scrambled away, looking to put some distance between them. "Hey, Jason Voorhies!" he called out, waving his club in the air. "Over here, candy-ass!" The gladiator turned his head to look at him while trying to wrench his blade from the hard-packed earth. He finally did so and stood upright, rolling his shoulders and striding forward again. He slashed with his blade, but Mark dodged once again and then threw his net over his foe. The Samnite got caught in it, but didn't go down, trying angrily to remove it. Mark jumped on his back and began hammering away with his stupid little club. The giant staggered about, flailing wildly to dislodge his smaller foe. The jeering from the crowd was punctuated with increasing amounts of laughter at this ridiculous spectacle. Mark hung on for dear life with one arm wrapped around the man, his other hand whacking away at the foe's helmet. But his own net was preventing the blows from being fully effective, despite the metallic ringing of his strikes. Unable to reach the pest on his back or use his weapons, the huge man simply fell backwards, hoping to crush Mark. It wasn't graceful, and it wasn't pretty, but it did stun Mark long enough to stop him from hitting his foe with his cudgel. "Oh fuck;” Mark wheezed as the Samnite rolled off him and struggled to get up while removing the netting. Mark slowly crawled away, shaking his head to stop the world from spinning. The jellied tissue that was once his lungs was on fire, and strained to get oxygen circulating through him. He heard his foe growl in frustration, and then he felt himself getting grabbed by the scruff of the neck and the back of his loincloth before being hauled completely off the ground; The crowd went wild as the gladiator threw Bonosus bodily to the ground, as if trying to crush his bones with the impact. He picked him up again and dashed him to the hard-packed earth, having given up on removing the net. Mark protected himself from the slams as best he could, but it wasn't helping much, given the strength of the man who was mauling him. The fourth time getting slammed to the ground was about Mark's limit, and the world had become nonsense around him; everything sounded like it was being played in drunken slow motion. His vision swam, and he really just wanted to take a damn nap. He shook his head trying to clear it, remembering that Becky had bought him time, so he'd best not waste it getting rag-dolled by this shit stain. While the Samnite was reaching down for him, Mark managed to roll onto his back and kicked up, hard, between the gladiator's legs. His foot found the man's crotch, and while the force of the blow was lessened by the net's interference, his foe still groaned, and his knees bent. Mark kicked again, and then once more, having finally staggered his foe. The man sank to his knees, holding his crotch. Mark couldn't see his face, but he was obviously in a great deal of pain. Mark staggered to his feet, ignoring the crowd's jeers and screams, focusing only on his foe. The gladiator was now protecting his crotch with his hands, so Mark couldn't kick him there, so he slammed the bottom of his foot into the larger man's chest, knocking him on his back, where he lay moaning. Mark stamped on his crotch for good measure. "Stop, dammit!" wailed the man. "Quit kicking me in the cock!" "Fuck you!" Mark spat, scowling. His chest was on fire and his entire body throbbed in pain. "You were trying to kill me, fuckface! Why should I give a shit what you think?" "I'll stop, I'll stop!" the man pleaded, writhing under the net and totally at Mark's mercy. "Just don't wreck my cock, I was gonna fuck tonight!" "Yeah, right," Mark sneered. "Who were you gonna fuck?" Mark spun as he heard an ululating war cry, and his eyes widened as he saw a woman running toward him, carrying a whip in one hand and a sword in the other. Her spiked hair was wet with blue woad paste, and her eyes were mad with battle lust. "Her;” the Samnite indicated. Becky and Nanu were both on their knees, mouths bobbing back and forth on the cocks of the men they had leaning back against the wall, groaning and pumping their hips. Neither of the men could believe their luck; they thought this would be another boring day for measly pay. From up here, they couldn't even see the action down in the arena well. Sulus and Catullus, two former merchant marines, were charged with keeping the Velarium in place during the spectacles. Their extensive experience with canvas sails made them ideal for this tedious but essential work. At least, that's what they were told, despite the thirty asses a day they received proclaiming otherwise. So imagine their good fortune and delight when this patrician woman and her slave-girl happened to wander on up, espy the two men, and offer to suck their cocks, without even charging them anything! Talk about Saturnalia in Quintilis! Nanu moaned as she swirled her tongue around the head of the cock she was sucking on, holding it by the base of the shaft, her eyes closed. This seemed like an odd time to be doing something like this, but Lady Aurora had been quite firm that it was part of the plan. So be it. Besides, that strange little patch her new mistress had affixed to the skin under her arm was making her so horny right now. Kneeling beside the slave, Becky's free hand reached out and took hold of Nanu's, giving it a squeeze. They continued pushing their wet mouths along the lengths of the throbbing shafts, both girls getting wetter and more aroused with each passing moment. Nanu pulled her mouth off the cock for a moment, sucking in air and breathing heavily as she massaged it with her tiny hand. Her face was flushed as she looked over at her new mistress, her eyes glazed with desire. Becky nodded her assent. Nanu stood quickly and lifted the long trails of her garment, exposing her ass and cunt to the man she'd been servicing. She turned around and leaned back against him, squirming her ass against his cock, making him moan loudly. With great need, she grabbed hold of his tool and speared herself down on it, sighing loudly before beginning to wiggle back and forth on him, shivering as he slid in and out of her. Becky rose to her feet soon after, moving around to face Nanu and leaning forward, with her hands on the slave-girl's shoulders and looking into her eyes. The marine got behind Becky and gripped her hips, pushing inside her. Becky moaned into Nanu's mouth as she kissed her, their tongues tangling hungrily while their tits squirmed and rubbed together. The men held tight and fucked the two women as hard as they could, looking to cum as quickly as possible. Hips smacked against asses and moans grew louder. Becky and Nanu now panted through an open-mouthed kiss, their hands groping one another in need. The Egyptian girl pressed back as hard as she could on the cock she was impaled on, while Becky ground in eager circles, yearning for release. Seconds later they were wailing into one another's mouths, shuddering in ecstasy as the men groaned and began pumping cum inside their wanton pussies. Becky and Nanu were relentless, milking the men for all they were worth, until they slumped to the stone floor, almost insensate from the orgasms these strange women had given them. Straddling the marines now, and facing into one another, Becky and Nanu continued kissing and fondling, even as they moved slowly up and down on the rigid poles they'd been fucking. "Umm, mistress;” Nanu said dreamily, lost in Becky's blue eyes. "I know, my love," Becky murmured, giving Nanu many light kisses on the lips, as if she was unable to help herself. "But we must; smooch; get ready to; do our part; smooch; and rescue Mark;” Nanu pulled back from the kiss and looked up in confusion. "Mark?" "Bonosus," Becky corrected herself, waving it off. "I'll explain later. Now help me get ready;” The crowd was howling with laughter as Mark ran around the arena in a panic, chased by the gladiatrix, who cracked her whip at him, screeching for him to get his ass back there so she could kick it. Mark didn't need oppositional defiance disorder to ignore her demands. The tip of that whip was cracking awfully close behind him. The Samnite he'd downed earlier grunted and flopped down again as Mark stamped on his back while running over him. "Don't try to get up, asshole, you promised!" Mark shouted angrily. "If you do, I don't care if she's trying to kill me, I'll come over there and kick you in the balls so hard you'll be spitting them out!" "Okay! Okay!" the man shouted back, lying on his stomach and waiting. "But I hope she catches you and rips your skin off to wear as a cloak!" "Oh, go sit on a Doric column!" Mark grumbled, deking to the left to try to throw her off. At this point, the crowd was chanting something, what he could only Assume Was Her Name "Achilleia! Achilleia!" "What is that, Latin for Psycho Hose-Beast?" Mark complained loudly, noticing that he had not gained any ground on his foe. He only had the stupid cudgel, whereas she had a wicked sword and a goddam whip. He had the distinct impression he couldn't tire her; she had the look of a woman on a murder mission; her eyes were wild with bloodlust, the scream escaping her lips singing of his gory doom. "She's the greatest female gladiator in Rome!" called out the Samnite, still watching from his confines beneath the net. "She's been more than a match for many men who have fought her!" "Singing my praises doesn't get you more cunt than normal, Rullus!" Achilleia snapped, still chasing her quarry. Gods, this slave could run! Pity she had to kill him, he was well-built and had a great ass! She pressed harder, now swiping with her sword, since using her whip slowed her down some. Like most gladiators, she was wearing little armour, only leather greaves, a leather loincloth, an abbreviated leather cuirass that exposed her midriff but held her tits in place, and a leather cauldron and brace on one arm. A steel fillet around her forehead glittered with glass beads, off-setting her wild blue death-hawk hair. She whooped in triumph as the tip of her sword tore open the back of his loincloth and it fell away, leaving Mark completely exposed as he fled for his life. The crowd was laughing hysterically again. "Dammit, I hate freeballing when I'm running!" he shouted angrily, grimacing as his balls slapped around his thighs. "You have no idea how uncomfortable this is!" "Stop running then, coward!" Achilleia taunted, enjoying the view even as she tried to kill him. "I only offer the bliss of death! One red kiss of my blade across your throat, slave, and you; Off!" Done with running, Mark stopped very suddenly and braced himself, hunkering down so that Achilleia plowed into him, completely unprepared. She staggered backward and Mark whirled and grappled onto her, preventing her from using her weapons. The gladiatrix snarled and tried to knee him in the crotch, but he kept his legs judiciously in the way. They tottered and staggered about, vying for control, until they tripped over the Samnite, who was helpless to avoid them. "Oh Fuck!" he wheezed as they landed on him and then rolled off, still tussling. "Welcome to my world, dickface!" Mark shouted back at him, still wrestling with Achilleia, who meant to murder him repeatedly. Out of desperation, and with the effects of the tab still coursing through his blood, he picked her up bodily and threw her to the ground, her sword clattering away. He dropped to his knees instantly, smacking her in the face with his scrotum. "Teabag!" he shouted before whirling around and grappling onto her, trying to subdue her. He hated the thought of punching a woman, but she was trying to eviscerate him, so an exception might be in order. Achilleia was a veteran of the gladiator pits, however, and not so easily dealt with. She recovered and thrashed around, screeching and trying to claw her foe's eyes out. He swatted the whip from her hands before she could strike him with it. Mark found her increasingly difficult to manage, using his weight on top of her body to keep her in place. That plan went south, however, when she wrapped her legs around his waist and began rocking back and forth, until she was on top. They rolled around in the dust while the crowd went insane. Mark had her arms gripped tightly, out to the sides, which forced her body down closer to his. The wild look in her eyes chilled his blood, and she tried to bite his neck repeatedly, to tear his throat out. He countered frantically by using his head to shove hers away from his tender skin, and the result must have looked ridiculous, the two of them pushing and sparring with their heads. "Gurr, let; me; kill; you!" Achilleia hissed, struggling to maintain her balance over her stronger foe. "I'll make it quick, I promise!" "It'll feel good, I promise!" Mark sneered, butting the side of her head to knock it away. "Why would I make this easy for you?" "Gonna; rip you; a new;” Achilleia strained, pushing down harder. She then paused, her eyes going wide with shock. "What; gods, do you have a hard-on?" Mark used the momentary pause to roll her over, her arms pinned beside her head. Achilleia's eyes were still wide as she goggled up at him. Unfortunately, yes, he was hard again. Either he was developing some sort of danger fetish, or the hormones weren't quite as out of his system as he thought. They struggled and thrashed, with the look of shock on Achilleia's face becoming one of irritation, then a weird determination. She wasn't fighting about so much, and she seemed to be pushing with her hips, almost pumping with them. She glared and bit her lip. The roaring of the crowds was slowly abating as they watched the proceedings on the arena floor. What was happening? Seconds ago, the gladiatrix had been trying to kill the slave, now they were; what were they doing? Mark kept her pinned beneath him, and couldn't help but join her in squirming as they glared into one another's eyes. Achilleia was undulating her hips now, her upper body virtually motionless. Mark grimaced at the feel of the toughened leather around her middle grinding on his hard-on. "Dammit;” Achilleia growled. "Let go of my god-rotting hand so I can move my loincloth!" Mark took a chance and let go of one of her hands. It flashed down and pulled aside the leather garment before taking hold of his hard cock and guiding it to her entrance. Without another thought, Mark pushed down, deep inside her. Achilleia wailed loudly and wrapped her legs around his waist again, pulling him in deeper still. The entire Colosseum throng had gone silent as the spectators stared, stunned by what they were witnessing. All that could be heard, echoing through the giant stadium, was Achilleia's cries of pleasure. Was this really happening? "Achilleia? What the Hell?" the Samnite yelled in outrage, his girlfriend getting fucked by Rome's most hated slave mere feet away from him. "Shut up, Rullus, he's fucking huge!" Achilleia shouted back, pumping her hips wildly against Mark. The gladiator did as he was told and simply sulked, turning his head to look elsewhere. The emperor watched out stonily, not at all impressed with the turn of events his grand spectacle for the people had taken. He'd heard of the blasphemy this upstart slave had committed, and this was supposed to be a damnation of a great sin. Now it was another blasphemy. And where the Hell was Lady Aurora? He napped his fingers and one of his servants leaned in close, to see what his master wanted. "Have them all killed;” growled the emperor, determined to save face somehow. Mark thrust harder and harder, while Achilleia yelped and bucked beneath him, holding onto his back and with her legs still wrapped around his back. Nearby, Rullus was resting his helmeted head on his hand and rapping his fingers against the packed earth, trying to look bored. Not difficult for a man tangled inside a net. "Any time, you two;” he grumbled. "Oh, cram it, Linzer-head," Mark spat. "Say one more thing and I'll fuck her ass next!" "Oh!" Achilleia wailed, grinding and thrusting against Mark desperately. "I'm gonna; I ‘ Then she seized up and pushed up with all her strength, clenching her teeth so hard they might have cracked. As Rome watched on in stunned silence, the gladiatrix shrieked to the gods and came, hard. Mark shuddered and groaned, pumping profuse amounts of cum deep inside her clenching cunt. He thrust madly, emptying himself into her. Finally, they were both spent. Achilleia lay still beneath him, her chest rising and falling, skin glistening with sweat. Mark, exhausted, rested his forehead against her shoulder, too tired to defend himself if she tried to kill him now. Fortunately, his death was the farthest thing from her mind. Seconds of silence passed, before the thousands of spectators in the stands erupted into a wave of cheers and catcalls. Mark smiled and chuckled tiredly. "That can't be good;” he mused. "Nope," she agreed, sighing and biting on a knuckle as the last of the orgasm pulsed through her. "After that, they're certainly going to kill us. All of us. It doesn't matter; I would have died in the arena eventually. At least this way, I died with a cock in me and cumming hard." "Don't be so certain about that;” Mark replied, finally looking up and seeing all the gates opening and dozens of legionaries rushing toward them, spears at the ready. "Ah, I don't like this!" Nanu whined as she shimmied out along one of the corbels that held the vast awning in place. She held on like grim death as she edged forward, a small but sharp knife in one hand. "You can do it, my love," Becky said encouragingly, watching from their original position where they'd fucked the two marines. Both men were still snoozing, but she had tied their hands and feet for extra security. She would have done Nanu's job herself, but she was taller and heavier than the Egyptian girl, who stood a much better chance of succeeding than she did without snapping the braces or corbels. "Look straight ahead and ignore the sounds below." So of course, Nanu looked down. "He's fucking!" she hissed, her eyes narrowing. "He's fucking the gladiatrix that's supposed to be killing him! I may kill him! He doesn't need saving, I do!" "Nanu, focus!" Becky insisted. "Get to your position and await my signal." "Yes, mistress;” sighed the slave-girl sullenly. Once in position, Nanu held on tight, trying not to think about the dizzying heights she was suspended from. Everyone seemed like ants far below her. Except for Bonosus and his whore of a gladiator; she could see them very clearly, to the place where she could make out his throbbing cock as it thrust in and out of her unworthy cunt. He had a lot of explaining to do when this was over. The crowd was watching in stunned silence, unable to believe what they were seeing. But then Becky and Nanu heard the gladiatrix wailing as she came. Bonosus' groans of pleasure burned in Nanu's ears, while Becky just rolled her eyes, sighed and tapped her foot impatiently. Thunderous cheers erupted from the crowd; they'd come for blood and been rewarded with live pornography! Nanu was scowling still, when she noticed the gates opening and legionaries pouring out of them, converging on the five figures in the center of the arena. "Mistress;” Nanu said nervously, her anxiety for Bonosus' well-being overcoming her jealousy. "Now, Nanu!" Becky yelled, making sure her slave could hear her. She was already working frantically to cut through the thick ropes in one of the giant pulleys that moved the Velarium into position. Nanu, meanwhile, was sawing at the edge of the rope that held the corbel she was on in place. She gritted her teeth as she watched the steel knife bite through the thick fiber cable until finally it snapped free. The rope whipped about as it unraveled, causing a cascade of loosening canvas across the broad length of the famed awning. Becky, meanwhile, finished cutting through the rope in the giant pulley she'd selected, dodging hastily as it snapped and flailed about before spinning away. The giant canvas sheets comprising the Velarium buckled and gave way, while the corbels and rope masts retracted rapidly. "Mistress!" Nanu keened, holding on like grim death as the corbel she was on, no longer held in place by the giant ropes, snapped back toward the solid stone walls of the Colosseum. "Jump, Nanu!" Becky called out, standing on the edge of the wall and holding her arms out. "I'll catch you! Trust mistress!" Nanu squeezed her eyes shut and jumped; Becky wheezed as she caught the flying girl, tumbling to the floor with her and holding her tight. Nanu was shivering in her grasp, so Becky just held her for a few seconds and caressed her raven hair. The slave-girl looked up at her savior and nodded, so Becky stood them up, listening to the shrieks of panic as the Velarium floated down relentlessly. "Teamwork, Nanu!" she said excitedly as they stood. "Let's see what happens next!" In the Arena. Mark faced one direction warily, while Rullus and Achilleia stood behind him, squaring off against other legionaries who were closing in. The original gladiator and the retiarius were also conscious and now stood with them, brandishing what weapons they could. Mark felt silly sporting only his cudgel, but it seemed dumb to not let the gladiators have the weapons they were trained with. His cock was still hard, and leaking cum from the tip. He saw Achilleia slowly turning her head to look down at it longingly. "Eyes front, Achilleia!" he snapped, not in the mood to die. She returned to glaring balefully at the encroaching soldiers. There must have been a hundred of the legionaries. That was twenty-to-one odds. He decided to not mention that to his enemies-turned-allies, since he wasn't sure if they understood ratios in any event. If their math was as poor as their hygiene, why bother? "When I thought I'd die in the emperor's sight, this isn't how I pictured it," Rullus growled, brandishing his sword. "I hadn't envisioned dying for that cocksucker at all," Achilleia replied, spitting in contempt at the foes in front of her. "Damned if I'm gonna give him the satisfaction of a clean kill. People will remember this day, to his embarrassment!" The legionaries advanced, the circle tightening. They were protected by their large scutum body shields, and their spears pointed threateningly at the little rebel group. Mark wasn't sure what good he would do here, since he was armed with a club smaller than his dick, and he was the only untrained gladiator. But then he noticed rippling movement above, looked up and grinned. The velarium became dislodged from its moorings and like a vast sail or flag, began floating down over the stadium. People noticed, began screeching in panic, and stampeding. "Right on, Becks;” he said with satisfaction as his day began to look up. The emperor looked up, scowling as he saw the giant canvas sheet descending, fluttering menacingly as it enveloped the upper levels of seating. Panic ensued, with people scampering around pell-mell, trying to escape. "I really hate the gods;” he thought darkly as the canvas touched down around him and everything went to shit. Becky, standing on the edge of the wall and looking down over the chaos and mayhem she had caused, with tens of thousands thrown into panic, cackled gaily and clapped her hands before yanking down her top to expose her tits and holding her arms wide and yelling loudly across her kingdom of madness. "Are you not entertained?" she shouted, reveling in her triumph. God, she'd always wanted to use that line. "C'mon, c'mon, c'mon!" Mark shouted as he and his new allies raced down the hallway, shooing everyone in front of him. "Faster, if you wanna live!" The legionaries had forgotten all about the little group of rebels once the madness ensued, racing toward the emperor to rescue him. Mark used the opportunity to escape, bringing his former foes with him. He wasn't terribly interested in seeing them die, and they might prove very useful in getting out of here in one piece. Rullus had led them through a small, little-known door in the wall of the arena, one used generally only by pit masters to monitor the proceedings. His titan frame barely fit in it, but he led the way dutifully. "Where are we going?" Achillea asked, happy to be escaping, but at least wanting to know what the plan was. She had her whip and her sword in hand again. "The most convenient, flat and open space you know of beneath the Colosseum," Mark replied, hurrying along behind her. "A place almost no one knows about or uses." "One of the old training spaces," grunted Rullus. "It hasn't been used in years. Follow me!" Their course took them deeper beneath the stadium, through winding halls and narrow corridors and staircases. They finally reached a wide chamber, in the middle of which stood Becky, Nanu and Domitia. The former Vestal and the slave-girl seemed stunned to see the small party approaching, and the gladiators gaped as Lady Aurora and her slave ran into one another's arms, kissing deeply and feverishly, speaking in some unknown tongue. "Right!" Mark said, finally disengaging from Becky's tongue as he looked around, eyes flashing with determination. "I know this is going to sound weird, but I need you all to trust me. We're going to get you out of here, as quickly as we can." "How?" asked the Retiarius, looking about warily. "They'll find us eventually!" "I know, and what I'm going to say will sound like magic, but just run with it, okay?" Mark replied, walking over to the Holmes Field Device, which Becky had been kind enough to retrieve. He wasn't sure how, but she was better with this temporal shit than he was. And they trusted one another by now. "This contraption will get us out of here, but it's not big enough for all of us at once. I'm gonna take Lady Aurora and Domitia first, then come back for a few more, then the last load." Rullus nodded: "You spared my life, and I entrust you with it. Achilleia and I will go last, holding the room if the enemy comes." "Oh, Rullus;” Achilleia sighed, looking up at the hulking gladiator, her expression a dreamy one, before she suddenly scowled and smacked him on the back of his helmeted head. "You romantic asshole." Mark left them to argue while he hustled Becky and Domitia onto the platform, which was already switched on, lights and readings blinking around the surface. Becky swatted Domitia's hand as she tried to touch a dial. "You know where we're going?" he asked, hoping she had a better handle on this than he did. She nodded, smiling. "Leave it to me, Mark. I think you'll like this solution;” The climate was certainly a change from that of Rome, but it was also a pleasant experience in its own right. The city around them, built of red brick, sandy-colored stone, and studded with stately palm trees, reminded Mark of eastern cities in every movie he'd ever seen. Beyond the walls stretched endless expanses of desert, in which the city stood as a shining jewel in a vast sea of scorching sand. He didn't know why Becky knew to park the machine where she did, but he also knew she had figured out how to use his Holmes Field Device on her own, so he wasn't questioning it. Safe from prying eyes, and after two more trips back to the Colosseum to gather the other rebels, Mark now found himself in an ancient temple in the shape of a ziggurat, with priestesses standing in front of them and bowing. Unlike the Vestals, the white garments of these priestesses were delightfully spare, exposing more than it covered. "Lady Aurora Horatia," one of them said humbly. "Your timing is fortuitous, and we gladly accept your offer. Domitia will be given a new life as a priestess of Nanaya, or as she is known in your tongue, Suadela." The priestesses all walked up to Domitia and kissed her, welcoming her into their sisterhood. The former Vestal shed tears, not in sorrow, but because she had a new beginning. Nanaya, as the goddess was known in this far-flung province, was an ancient Sumerian goddess of sensuality and lust. When the Romans had conquered the land, they readily identified her with Suadela, to keep the peace. The priestess smiled at Mark and Becky again. "And for your generous donation of gold, we will take on your four friends here, to guard our temple, as the garrison makes no effort to do so. They are now, in their own way, lifelong servants and devotees of the goddess." The four gladiators beamed proudly. Since serving Nanaya, even as guardians of her temple, meant food, lodging and getting laid by her harlot-priestesses, they were more than amenable to the idea. "Lady Aurora," Domitia intoned, taking Becky's hands in hers and smiling slyly. "Will you consent to Bonosus and yourself being the first to receive my blessings as a priestess of Nanaya?" "I wouldn't have it any other way, my dear;” Becky purred, pulling Domitia into her arms and kissing her deeply. A small villa in Roman Italy; Mark sipped wine from a goblet while Becky lay nearby on a couch, wearing nothing while Nanu sat on a small stool and massaged her feet. The sultry afternoon suited everyone, and they were finally at peace. "Helluva trip, Becks," Mark mused, draining his glass and then pouring more for himself. "You've gotten really good with the Holmes Field Device now. I seriously thought it was me who left the adrenalin tab for my discovery under the Colosseum, but it was actually you." "Sorry to scare you there," Becky sighed, as Nanu worked on her toes individually, sometimes even kissing them as she rubbed oil into them. "I found them in our tab supply, and thought it was our best bet. I just jumped behind a few hours when no one was around and stashed them in that cell for you." "So it wasn't even me coming back from the future to save myself," Mark chuckled. "Here I was so confident that I'd lived, that I couldn't be killed because future-self was looking out for me, but no, it was current you. So I could've been killed at any point, even if time lock kept me from killing anyone else." "It was a little bit messy, but you did survive, and that's what counts." Becky pointed out, caressing one of her tits lazily while enjoying Nanu's exquisite touch. "So what're we gonna do with her?" Mark asked, referencing the Egyptian slave-girl. Nanu had gotten used to her mistress and her manservant speaking in this weird, harsh language, and thought nothing of it anymore; when they needed her, they spoke Latin or her own tongue to her. Becky sighed contentedly and puddled further into the couch. Nanu's foot massages were utter bliss. "I was considering letting her stay here, and simply look after this little villa I bought for me. Whenever we visited, we'd just come back as close to the time we left as possible, but I have no idea if we could guarantee time snarls not getting in the way. So I'm bringing her home with me." Mark raised an eyebrow. "That a good idea? Or even possible?" Becky shrugged. "If she can't be brought with us, the Holmes Field Device won't work, right? So we care for her here. If it does allow it, I'll keep her with me in my house and teach her about her new world. I'll just say she's a foreign student bunking with me." "Literally, I might add." Mark quipped, holding up his goblet and winking. "Oh, you," Becky giggled while Nanu shed her clothes and crawled over Becky, straddling her hips and beginning to squirm their pussies together slowly. "I don't think she's gonna give up on the notion of being my slave-girl any time soon; it seems to make her feel safe. If she asks about you as a slave, I'll say I freed you." "Well, I was pretty enslaved to you for a while there," Mark chuckled. "Funny, I remember being so in love with you while those tabs were in effect, and I remember it fondly. But at this point, I'm just back to feeling like you're my dear friend, and I love you, just not in love any more, ya' know?" Becky sighed and nodded as she placed her hands gently on Nanu's tits and caressed them while undulating beneath the slave-girl. "I know what you mean. Talk about exhilarating, right? We should do that again at some point, just for funsies." "I'm in," Mark agreed, as his cock hardened from watching the two girls make love. He put down his wine, stood up and moved in behind them, kneeling at the bottom of the couch and sinking his cock deep inside Becky, making her moan as he started to slide in and out of her. "And what about our other acquisitions?" he asked, caressing and squeezing Nanu's ass while he fucked his Physics teacher. "Uh, the clothes we'll keep at my place, for future use," she breathed, loving the feel of Nanu's moist cunt on hers while Mark fucked deeply. She felt Nanu shiver and gasp as Mark pulled out of her and pushed into the slave-girl. "And I bought those big amphorae of Falernian wine, there's twenty-six liters in each. We'll bury them where we know nature has never been disturbed back in our time, and then retrieve them. Voila, Roman wine for dinner every night." "I'm gonna have fun explaining that to my parents;” Mark chuckled as he slid back into Becky, making her cry out. Dinner with Family. Dhallyla stared at the liquid in her glass in wonder while her family sat at the table for dinner. It was quite unlike anything she'd ever tasted before. "Mark, what; what did you say this was called again?" she asked. He shrugged as he ate. "It's a Roman-style wine, called Falernian. Lots of people are recreating ancient alcohol recipes now, so I thought we'd give this a shot. Pretty nice, hmm?" "Very strong," his sister Roxy rasped as she put down her wine glass and made a bit of a face. "Very, very strong." "That's why the Romans and Greeks mixed their wine with water," he chuckled. "Some Roman talked about not being able to bring an open flame near wine because it could catch fire. So I mixed it with water, like the instructions said. Sorry if it's still strong." "Where did you get this again?" his father asked. "Ren Faire," he said easily. "All sorts of brewers and people showing off their wine and beer skills these days at them, so I thought I'd give it a shot, ya' know? Bought a couple of bottles." "It's certainly different, but I can grow to like it," his mother mused. "Make sure you get more before we run out." "I can do that," Mark replied cheerfully. Later that night, he was sitting at his desk in his room, surfing for eras to visit during their next adventure, when the door to his room clicked shut. He turned his head to see his sister leaning back against the door, looking at him pointedly. "Something I can do for you, Rox?" he asked plainly, keeping his eyes on his research. "Now that you mention it, yeah," she said, folding her arms and wearing that insufferable smirk of hers. She never stopped reminding him who the elder sibling was. "So I did some looking around online, and there hasn't been a Ren Faire within five hundred miles of us in the last six months." Mark paused in his surfing and slowly turned to look at his sister. "So," she said, walking slowly toward him. "I figure it's about time you told me what the Hell is really going on;” Loose ends, scores to settle, a moral quandaries abound! It's Your Own Fault You Snooped! Mark didn't speak for several seconds, trying his best to not gape at Roxy. She'd always been somewhat suspicious of him when he did just about anything, but the fact that she'd done actual research this time was something new. She had played her hand, and he was cornered. But still, he found himself not sure what to say. "Well, c'mon, you little trouser snake," moving away from the door and sauntering toward him. She could tell she'd caught him dead to rights about something, but now she needed to find out what it was. "Ya' might as well 'fess up, because I somehow doubt you want mom and dad to know what you're up to." The mere thought brought a shiver to Mark and left a cold sweat on his brow. He swallowed, trying not to panic. Roxy had less mercy in a sibling confrontation than Mike Tyson had in the ring. He thought of the number of times she'd beaten his ass for tattling on her when they were younger, and how she'd always get some brutal form of revenge he was unlikely to forget. And he dreaded the thought of how she could screw this up for him. "I'm almost not wanting to find out, at least for a while, because watching your mind flop around in panic is kinda fun," she said, smirking as she stopped in front of him and leaned forward. "But I need to make a decision about whether the 'rents oughta know, so let's speed this up, okay?" She then turned and sat on the edge of his bed, leaning back on her hands, one leg crossed over the other as she looked at him pointedly. "Spill it, little brother." His mind raced. What could he tell her? She'd caught him in a flat-out lie that he had acquired his Falernian wine from a Ren Faire, and had no doubt pieced together that his other recent exotic acquisitions were likewise not from where he'd claimed. So what were her suspicions? She no doubt was assuming, quite reasonably, that he was involved in some illicit activity that

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Do the many clinical trials into high-dose vitamin C prove it can actually treat the common cold and cancer, rather than just boost the immune system? Why is there ongoing scepticism? Why are multifactorial chronic diseases so hard to study in clinical trials? What is the right dosage to get the best results from vitamin C?In this episode we have the often misunderstood topic of Vitamin C as an antioxidant to get clear on, particular the high-dose approach and particularly delivered intravenously. Despite a very clear consensus that Vitamin C is a great booster to immune function, research that shows that it helps fight the common cold or flu have been dismissed by doctors and medical researchers; as well as claims that higher doses can increase its efficacy. Other claims that Vitamin C can help fight cardio-vascular disease and even cancer have been with even greater scepticism. So what exactly can vitamin C do to assist our immune function to fight disease, and why is there so much confusion about the answer given the high quantity of clinical trials data?Fortunately today's guest has exactly the right skill set and research knowledge to separate the science from the here-say, medical doctor and orthomolecular medicine researcher, Dr. Richard Z Cheng. Dr. Cheng has a PhD in biochemistry and molecular biology; he's served as a doctor in the US military; he has consulted for the National Cancer Institute, and presented at the National Institute of Health (NIH); he has conducted clinical trials; He is the editor in Chief of the Orthmolecular Medicine New Service; He is also a fellow of the American Academy of Anti- Aging medicine; and has run anti-aging and regenerative medicine clinics in both China and the US for over 20 years.What we discuss:00:00 Intro05:15 Most animals produce Vitamin C in the body, but not primates.06:00 Oxidation & Redox: Giving or receiving an electron.11:00 After reducing oxidation the body recycles it back into vitamin C.14:00 Teamwork: sharing electrons between nutrients and vitamins.18:20 Conventional consensus: good for prevention but not treatment.21:00 Over 80K papers on Vit C on Pub Med!21:30 Linus Pauling Intravenous Vitamin C for cancer and heart disease.27:00 Shortening of common cold and lowering of symptoms - Harri Hemila.29:00 Low dose studies dilute the data on the efficacy of the high dose studies.31:00 Intravenous treatment allows much higher doses safely.33:00 Differences in absorption between IV and oral application.35:20 Pro-oxidant effect only possible at IV high dose.36:30 IV clinical trials.39:20 Cytokine storm cascades in acute respiratory distress.44:00 High Dose IV Vitamin C saved lives in China during Covid 19.50:00 Attacks following Richard's NIH presentation on Vitamin C during covid.57:00 Cardio vascular disease - Vit. C research history.01:01:00 Collagen Synthesis for vascular walls & Vitamin C deficiency.01:07:20 Is the taboo for life style medicine lifting?01:09:30 Issues of gold standard RCT trials not working for multifactorial integrative interventions.01:16:00 Recommendations for preventative use of Vitamin C for listeners. References:E Cameron & Linus Pauling - 'Supplemental ascorbate in the supportive treatment of cancer: Prolongation of survival times in terminal human cancer', 1976E.T. Creagan, 'Failure of high-dose vitamin C (ascorbic acid) therapy to benefit patients with advanced cancer', 1979Harri Hemilä - over 200 meta-analyses and clinical trialsPing Chen et al. 'Pharmacokinetic Evaluation of Intravenous Vitamin C'Richard Z Cheng, ‘Can early and high intravenous dose of vitamin C prevent and treat coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)?'KU Cancer Center researchers announce study of high-dose intravenous vitamin C to treat muscle-invasive bladder cancer, 2024National Cancer Institute overview of IV Vitamin C cancer research.

In high school Bill played football where he was the Quarterback. He was also a high school All American in wrestling and was voted NJCAA Wrestler of the year in 1979. Bill holds black belts in four different styles of martial arts: 1st black in Hawaiian Kenpo, 1st Black in Okinawa Kobudo (weapons), 3rd Black in American Kenpo and a 4th Black in American jujitsu. He is a retired High school chemistry teacher of 39 years, football coach for 34 years and former team Idaho pole vault coach for 32 years.He has multiple Idaho State Championships in rifle shooting - Rimfire Silhouette and Centerfire Silhouette. He has been married to Melanie Barr for 36 years and has three daughters: Micaela Barr a graduate of BSU, Chelsea Barr a graduate of NNU and Aubrielle Barr a graduate of BSU. He was vice president of his college sports ministry team called AIM (Athletes In Ministry). He was a YoungLife advisor and leader before getting involved in FCA. He was a Huddle group advisor for student-athletes and coaches for 19 years. He has helped coordinate and organize Fields of Faith events throughout Canyon County and has been the head pole vault coach at the FCA PNW Camp since 2008. He has currently taken up the sport of archery and sees the potential of this sport to impact multiple generations for the glory of Christ.  The Fellowship of Christian Athletes' exciting local radio program, Heart of the Athlete, airs Saturdays at 9:30 am MST on 94.5 FM and 790 AM Boise's Solid Talk. The show is hosted by local FCA Director, Ken Lewis. This program is a great opportunity to listen to local athletes and coaches share their lives, combining sports with their faith in Jesus Christ each week!Our relationships will demonstrate steadfast commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word through Integrity, Serving, Teamwork and Excellence.NNU Box 3359 623 S University Blvd Nampa, ID 83686 United States (208) 697-1051 klewis@fca.orghttps://www.fcaidaho.org/Podcast Website: https://www.790kspd.com/podcast-heart-of-the-athlete/

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We finish up our sixth week of our 7-week series of quotes based on themes from my book, "Senior Salute," with five more quotes on the theme of "Teamwork."No matter what you do or where you go in life after your experience in sports, chances are that you will always be part of some kind of team. The concepts of a team will be involved in so many different aspects of your life - work, sports, clubs, church, families - to name a few. The camaraderie of a team will be something you will continue to experience long after you are done playing sports. You will always be part of groups that are bigger than just yourself. While individual success and accolades are fun and exciting, there is nothing quite like being part of a successful team. Enjoy all of the team experiences you are fortunate enough to be a part of now and in your future. I wrote "Senior Salute" as a follow-up to my most popular book ever, "Inspiration for the Graduate." Both are gift books for coaches or parents to give to their senior athletes. "Inspiration for the Graduate" makes for a great graduation gift, and "Senior Salute" is a great gift to give on Senior Night or at the End-of-Season Banquet. Each book is filled with quotes based on various Team Themes that, hopefully, the coaches have talked with and worked on with their teams at some point in the season.Also, please consider becoming a supporter of the show. You can donate to the show by clicking on the link below. Thanks so much for your support!Support the showFor more information to help you on your road to becoming your best, check us out at SlamDunkSuccess.com or email me at scott@slamdunksuccess.com.As always, our background music is "Dance in the Sun" by Krisztian Vass.

Fluent Fiction - Korean: Finding Faith on the Sports Field: Yejun's Journey to Teamwork Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ko/episode/2025-11-14-08-38-20-ko Story Transcript:Ko: 따사로운 가을 햇살이 기숙학교 잔디밭을 비췄다.En: The warm autumn sun shone on the lawn of the boarding school.Ko: 나무들은 붉고 노란 잎사귀로 물들어 있었다.En: The trees were tinged with red and yellow leaves.Ko: 학생들은 수업과 동아리 활동 사이를 바쁘게 오갔다.En: Students busily went back and forth between classes and club activities.Ko: 그중에서도 예준은 공부와 운동 모두에서 최고의 성적을 유지하려고 애쓰고 있었다.En: Among them, Yejun was striving to maintain the highest grades in both academics and sports.Ko: 그러나 다른 친구들과 비교해 스스로 부족하다고 느꼈다.En: However, he felt inadequate compared to his other friends.Ko: 특히, 축구가 그랬다.En: Soccer was especially so.Ko: 예준은 곧 다가올 지역 축구 경기에서 팀을 승리로 이끌고 싶었다.En: Yejun wanted to lead the team to victory in the upcoming regional soccer match.Ko: 그날은 추석이었다.En: That day was Chuseok.Ko: 가족과 함께 보내지 못했지만, 학교 친구들과 함께 시간을 보낼 수 있었다.En: He couldn't spend it with family, but he was able to spend time with school friends.Ko: 연습 중에 예준은 발목을 삐끗하고 말았다.En: During practice, Yejun sprained his ankle.Ko: 눈물이 맺힐 정도로 아팠다.En: It hurt so much that tears welled up.Ko: "병원에 가야 할까요?" 민서가 당황한 얼굴로 물었다.En: "Should we go to a hospital?" Minseo asked with a worried face.Ko: 지호도 놀란 표정을 지었다.En: Jiho also appeared surprised.Ko: "이건 심각해 보여."En: "This looks serious."Ko: 예준은 고개를 저었다.En: Yejun shook his head.Ko: "괜찮아.En: "I'm okay.Ko: 별것 아닌 것 같아.En: It doesn't seem like a big deal.Ko: 경기에서 뛰어야 해."En: I have to play in the match."Ko: 주치의 선생님은 안심시키기 위해 말했다. "쉬는 게 좋아.En: The school doctor advised for reassurance, "It's best to rest.Ko: 다친 상태에서 뛰면 더 큰 부상을 입을 수 있어."En: Playing while injured could lead to a more severe injury."Ko: 인터넷으로 치료법을 찾아본 예준은 팀이 필요하다고 생각했다.En: After searching online for treatment methods, Yejun felt that the team needed him.Ko: '팀을 위한 결정이야.'라고 스스로에게 말했다.En: He told himself, "This is a decision for the team."Ko: 그는 무슨 일이 있어도 경기에 나갈 생각이었다.En: He was determined to participate in the match no matter what.Ko: 경기가 열리던 날, 운동장은 땅을 흔들 정도로 응원 소리로 가득했다.En: On the day of the match, the playground was filled with cheers loud enough to shake the ground.Ko: 예준의 발목은 여전히 아팠지만 그는 신발 끈을 꽉 조였다.En: Yejun's ankle still hurt, but he tightly tied his shoelaces.Ko: 경기 중, 중요한 순간이 왔다.En: During the match, a crucial moment came.Ko: 예준은 볼을 잡았다.En: Yejun got the ball.Ko: 발목이 크게 아파왔다.En: His ankle was in great pain.Ko: 그때, 민서와 지호가 그쪽으로 다가왔다.En: At that moment, Minseo and Jiho approached him.Ko: "예준아, 네 믿음이 우리에게 얼마나 큰 힘이 되는지 알아.En: "Hey Yejun, do you know how much your faith means to us?Ko: 하지만 네 건강이 더 중요해."En: But your health is more important."Ko: 예준은 마음 속 갈등을 이겨냈다.En: Yejun overcame his internal conflict.Ko: 그는 리더로서 좋은 결정을 내리고 싶었다.En: He wanted to make a good decision as a leader.Ko: "알았어, 팀을 믿을게."En: "Alright, I'll trust the team."Ko: 자연스레 교체된 예준의 자리에는 팀플레이로 채워졌다.En: Naturally replaced, Yejun's position was filled with team play.Ko: 동료들은 최선을 다해 뛰었다.En: His teammates did their best to play.Ko: 경기는 치열했으나, 결국 예준의 팀이 이겼다.En: The match was intense, but in the end, Yejun's team won.Ko: 경기 후, 예준은 민서와 지호에게 고마움을 전했다.En: After the match, Yejun expressed his gratitude to Minseo and Jiho.Ko: "힘이 되어줘서 고마워.En: "Thank you for being a support.Ko: 덕분에 많은 걸 배웠어."En: I've learned a lot thanks to you."Ko: 예준은 비로소 자신의 가치를 이해하고 자신에게 부족한 점을 받아들였다.En: Yejun finally understood his own value and accepted his shortcomings.Ko: 친구들과 함께 걸어가며, 그는 팀워크와 자기 돌봄의 소중함을 깨달았다.En: Walking with his friends, he realized the importance of teamwork and self-care.Ko: 그렇게 가을의 잔디밭은 예준에게 또 다른 의미로 다가왔다.En: Thus, the autumn lawn took on a new meaning for Yejun. Vocabulary Words:boarding school: 기숙학교tinged: 물들어striving: 애쓰고inadequate: 부족하다고victory: 승리sprained: 삐끗reassurance: 안심시키기severe: 심각해treatment: 치료법determined: 결정이야participate: 나갈 생각이었다crucial: 중요한faith: 믿음internal conflict: 마음 속 갈등naturally: 자연스레intense: 치열했으나gratitude: 고마움을value: 가치를shortcomings: 부족한 점teamwork: 팀워크self-care: 자기 돌봄autumn sun: 가을 햇살ankle: 발목playground: 운동장shoelaces: 신발 끈overcame: 이겨냈다leader: 리더support: 힘이 되어줘서realized: 깨달았다significance: 또 다른 의미

In this episode of The Jimmy Rex Show, Jimmy sits down with one of college basketball's true legends — Coach Jim Harrick, the mastermind behind UCLA's 1995 national championship team. With a career spanning over two decades, Harrick reflects on his incredible journey through high school gyms, Pepperdine, UCLA, and beyond, sharing insights into leadership, recruiting, and the timeless lessons he learned from his mentor, the great John Wooden.Coach Harrick opens up about the values that guided his teams — teamwork, discipline, and faith — and why the “John Wooden system” remains one of the most brilliant frameworks in sports. From stories about the O'Bannon brothers and Tyus Edney's famous full-court game-winner to his thoughts on the NIL era and the collapse of the Pac-12, this conversation is a masterclass in coaching wisdom and integrity. Whether you're a basketball fan, leader, or student of greatness, this episode will leave you inspired by one of the game's most respected minds.00:00 Introduction01:20 Jimmy's dad, faith, and UCLA memories02:45 Coaching path: Morningside → Pepperdine → UCLA → NBA05:30 Building the L.A. recruiting pipeline & keeping local talent07:05 John Wooden's system: teaching, defense & “share the sugar”10:20 Motivation, discipline, and practice planning13:55 Recruiting stories (Lamar Odom), camps & networking17:10 Modern game: NIL, transfer portal & Pac-12 thoughts22:50 Life after coaching: family, faith & grandkids30:50 Tyus Edney's 4.8-second play, legacy34:35 Outro

Are you struggling to get your team focused and aligned, but are left wondering why the results aren't what they should be? In this episode, we delve into how simply being fully present as a leader can transform your team, decision-making, and business outcomes. You'll learn why presence is the secret weapon behind high-performing teams; how your mindset as a leader shapes focus, collaboration, and results; and simple strategies to show up fully without burning out. If you're looking for a leadership approach that drives clarity, accountability, and measurable growth, this episode is your roadmap. Profit by Design is a Tap the Potential production. Show Highlights:Dr. Sabrina's eye-opening realizations about mindset and being fully presentFear causes us to operate with a scarcity mindset.We MUST celebrate our wins and successes!Tuning into what I need right now and learning to be my biggest advocateIntentionality in being fully present daily, with yourself and othersChasing peace instead of the next goalWhat are we modeling for our children?Being fully present to get results from your team membersChasing goals vs. enjoying and savoring what has been accomplished (Setting aside time for rest is essential!)Do you need a constant reminder to be fully present? DM Dr. Sabrina on social media and ask for your “Work supports life, not the other way around” stickers. The power of being fully present begins with managing your time. Find clarity and learn to focus on your $10,000 an hour activities with our free resource, the Chart of $10,000 An Hour Activities.Dr. Sabrina's gold nugget about being fully present: “Live with no regrets. Regret-proof your life.”Resources:Ready to take your life back from your business? Want more time for what matters most and more money in your bank account than ever? Book a call with us today! Master your time and profit! Give us 20 minutes of your time, take the Better Business Better Life Assessment, and receive a free paperback copy of my book, The 4 Week Vacation®️.Join the Tap the Potential Community on Mighty Networks: www.tapthepotential.com/group. Mentioned in this episode:Jumpstart Your Business!Spending too much time working and not paying yourself enough? In 30 days, you could reclaim 10 hours a week and finally enjoy weekends — while your business runs well without you. Click here to join us for the final Better Business Better Life Jumpstart of the year happening Dec. 3 and 4th. https://www.tapthepotential.com/jumpstart

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Todays episode is on Great Team Work, and I am joined for the discussion by 2 great coaches. The first is Lisa Alexander.Lisa was the coach of the Australian Netball team, known as the Diamonds, from 2011 to 2020. During that time She oversaw gold medal successes at the 2014 Commonwealth Games and 2015 Netball World Cup, as well as silver medals at the 2018 Commonwealth Games and 2019 Netball World Cup. And the second is John Kessel John was the Team Leader for the 2000 USA Olympic Beach Volleyball Teams in Sydney, which brought home one gold medal, and for the 2004 USA Paralympic Women's Sitting Volleyball Team in Athens, which came home with the bronze medal.He is the author of over 12 books, including the IMPACT coaching manual, which is now in its 33rd edition. in 2024, he was inducted into the Volleyball Hall of Fame and today travels around the world talking about coaching, particularly in the youth space.Q: how do you describe great team work?Q: How often do you catch people doing good; versus calling out areas for improvement? If you would like to send us any feedback or if you know a great coach, who has a unique story to share, then we would love to hear from you, please contact us at paul@thegreatcoachespodcast.com or contact us through our website thegreatcoachespodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do your team's decisions ever feel stuck in endless meetings—or worse, made too quickly without the right input? If you've ever wondered how to help your team make better decisions faster without sacrificing buy-in or clarity, this episode is for you. David Dye breaks down the simple decision-making skills that separate chaotic leadership from confident, empowered teams—so you can finally move projects forward with less friction and more trust. You'll discover: How to engage your team in the right way—so decisions get made efficiently and everyone knows their role. The easiest way to clarify ownership and prevent the dreaded “meeting after the meeting.” What to say (and not say) when you need to cascade a decision your team didn't love—without losing credibility. Hit play now to learn how to make better decisions, lead with clarity, and empower your team to take confident action that sticks. 02:00 — Separate the “where” from the “how.” David explains how most teams get bogged down by mixing goal-setting with planning—and how keeping them separate can instantly make better decisions. 06:53 — Who really owns the decision? A practical breakdown of the three ways to make a decision (vote, consensus, or single decision-maker) and how clarifying this upfront saves time and frustration. 11:08 — How to cascade unpopular decisions. Learn the exact language to use when sharing a decision your team disagrees with—so you protect your credibility and keep morale high. Leadership Without Using Your Soul podcast offers insightful discussions on leadership and management, focusing on essential communication skills, productivity, teamwork, delegation, and feedback to help leaders navigate various leadership styles, management styles, conflict resolution, time management, and active listening while addressing challenges like overwhelm, burnout, work-life balance, and problem-solving in both online and in-person teams, all aimed at cultivating human-centered leadership qualities that promote growth and success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the On Track Podcast, Vice President of HR Amanda Martin is joined by Benefits Manager Renee Kearns-Powell and the Cross Insurance team in the Flywheel Studio to introduce Sargent's new benefits partner and spell out how they'll support employee-owners. They explain who Cross is and when to contact them directly. Give it a listen to learn exactly where to go with benefits questions and how to get the most from your coverage.If you liked this week's episode and are interested in becoming an Employee-Owner at Sargent, please visit our careers page on the Sargent website. https://sargent.us/apply/If you have an episode suggestion, please send your idea to:sbennage@sargent.us

Fluent Fiction - Italian: Yukon Stargazers: A Science Fair of Brilliance and Bonds Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2025-11-13-23-34-02-it Story Transcript:It: Il vento soffiava dolcemente mentre le foglie cadute crepitavano sotto ai passi degli studenti.En: The wind blew gently as the fallen leaves crackled under the students' footsteps.It: La scuola della comunità indigena di Kluane, immersa nel cuore del Yukon, si preparava alla fiera della scienza.En: The school of the comunità indigena of Kluane, nestled in the heart of the Yukon, was preparing for the science fair.It: L'autunno aveva dipinto l'ambiente di caldi toni dorati e il cielo, sebbene coperto di nuvole, prometteva una giornata interessante.En: Autumn had painted the surroundings with warm golden hues, and the sky, though cloud-covered, promised an interesting day.It: Luca camminava accanto a Giovanni e Emma verso la palestra della scuola.En: Luca walked beside Giovanni and Emma towards the school gymnasium.It: I tre amici erano emozionati, ognuno con il proprio progetto.En: The three friends were excited, each with their own project.It: Luca, appassionato di astronomia, aveva deciso di conquistare l'attenzione della fiera parlando delle stelle.En: Luca, passionate about astronomy, had decided to capture the attention of the fair by talking about the stars.It: Giovanni, sempre ambizioso, aveva costruito un modellino di vulcano.En: Giovanni, always ambitious, had built a model volcano.It: Emma, con la sua attenzione per i dettagli, aveva creato un piccolo giardino di piante locali per spiegare la botanica alla loro comunità.En: Emma, with her attention to detail, had created a small garden of local plants to explain botany to their community.It: La palestra era decorata con semplici stand, ciascuno con un progetto unico e creativo.En: The gymnasium was decorated with simple stands, each with a unique and creative project.It: Ma Luca era preoccupato.En: But Luca was worried.It: Le previsioni del tempo promettevano maltempo, minacciando la sua idea di un'osservazione delle stelle all'aperto.En: The weather forecast promised bad weather, threatening his idea of an outdoor stargazing session.It: Inoltre, le risorse erano limitate e il suo telescopio da solo non bastava.En: Furthermore, resources were limited, and his telescope alone was not enough.It: "Non ci lasciamo abbattere, Luca," disse Giovanni, notando l'ansia del suo amico.En: "Let's not get discouraged, Luca," said Giovanni, noticing his friend's anxiety.It: "Possiamo unire i nostri progetti.En: "We can combine our projects.It: Da me, la scienza della Terra; da Emma, la vita vegetale; e da te, il cielo stellato.En: From me, Earth science; from Emma, plant life; and from you, the starry sky.It: Creiamo un'esperienza unica."En: Let's create a unique experience."It: Emma annuì con entusiasmo.En: Emma nodded enthusiastically.It: "Sì, mettiamo insieme le nostre idee.En: "Yes, let's put our ideas together.It: Potremmo mostrare come l'ambiente e l'universo sono collegati.En: We could show how the environment and the universe are connected.It: Inoltre, il mio giardino potrebbe servire da sottofondo naturale al tuo racconto delle stelle."En: Moreover, my garden could serve as a natural backdrop to your storytelling about the stars."It: Luca rifletté e poi sorrise.En: Luca thought for a moment and then smiled.It: "Va bene, facciamo così.En: "Alright, let's do that.It: Ma se vogliamo attirare l'attenzione, dobbiamo fare qualcosa di speciale."En: But if we want to draw attention, we must do something special."It: Finalmente arrivò il momento della presentazione.En: Finally, the moment of the presentation arrived.It: Proprio quando stavano per iniziare, un improvviso blackout oscurò la palestra.En: Just as they were about to begin, a sudden blackout darkened the gym.It: Le luci si spensero e la tensione salì tra i presenti.En: The lights went out and tension rose among those present.It: Luca pensò rapidamente.En: Luca thought quickly.It: Trovò una vecchia lanterna a olio tra gli oggetti di scena e l'accese.En: He found an old oil lantern among the props and lit it.It: La flebile luce della lanterna creò un'atmosfera intima e Luca colse l'opportunità.En: The dim light of the lantern created an intimate atmosphere, and Luca seized the opportunity.It: "Venite tutti fuori," disse.En: "Come outside, everyone," he said.It: Nonostante il freddo pungente, i partecipanti alla fiera seguirono Luca all'aperto, dove il cielo, in quel momento, era fortunatamente sgombro di nuvole.En: Despite the biting cold, the fair participants followed Luca outdoors, where luckily the sky was clear of clouds at that moment.It: Con il telescopio, Luca mostrò le stelle.En: With the telescope, Luca showcased the stars.It: Giovanni spiegò la connessione tra le eruzioni vulcaniche e le variazioni atmosferiche, mentre Emma, con la sua passione per le piante, raccontò di come la flora risponde alla luce lunare.En: Giovanni explained the connection between volcanic eruptions and atmospheric variations, while Emma, with her passion for plants, talked about how flora responds to moonlight.It: La combinazione dei progetti fu un successo.En: The combination of projects was a success.It: Studenti e genitori furono affascinati, e la comunità riscoprì una nuova connessione con il mondo naturale.En: Students and parents were fascinated, and the community rediscovered a new connection with the natural world.It: Alla fine della giornata, Luca guardò i suoi amici.En: At the end of the day, Luca looked at his friends.It: "Abbiamo fatto un buon lavoro," disse, pieno di gratitudine.En: "We did a great job," he said, full of gratitude.It: "Ho imparato che lavorare insieme può rendere qualsiasi idea più grande e più bella."En: "I learned that working together can make any idea bigger and more beautiful."It: Con l'aria frizzante del Yukon attorno a loro e la fiera ormai conclusa, i tre amici tornarono a casa, pronti per nuove avventure scientifiche, sapendo che la loro amicizia e collaborazione erano la stella più luminosa di tutte.En: With the crisp air of the Yukon around them and the fair now concluded, the three friends went home, ready for new scientific adventures, knowing that their friendship and collaboration was the brightest star of all. Vocabulary Words:the wind: il ventothe leaves: le fogliethe footsteps: i passithe community: la comunitàthe heart: il cuorethe autonomy: l'autunnothe sky: il cielothe clouds: le nuvolethe friends: gli amicithe project: il progettothe astronomy: l'astronomiathe gymnasium: la palestrathe resources: le risorsethe telescope: il telescopiothe anxiety: l'ansiathe earth science: la scienza della Terrathe organism: l'organismothe plant life: la vita vegetalethe backdrop: lo sfondothe storytelling: il raccontothe moment: il momentothe blackout: il blackoutthe lantern: la lanternathe props: gli oggetti di scenathe opportunity: l'opportunitàthe atmosphere: l'atmosferathe stars: le stellethe eruptions: le eruzionithe variations: le variazionithe moonlight: la luce lunare

#Electricity #village #teamwork #community #poles #humour #family #children #books #kids #reading #library #booksthatspeak #readaloudAfter the Electricity Department installs five electricity poles in their village, the villagers are excited. But when the Electricity Department doesn't return to finish the work, the village is left with five empty poles. What will they do?Thanks to Storyweaver for the story.https://storyweaver.org.in/en/stories/38342-paanch-khambo-vaala-gaanv⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Written by Mukesh MalviyaIllustrated by Proiti RoyPublished By Room to ReadNarrated by Asawari Doshiपाँच खंबों वाला गाँव (Hindi), written by Mukesh Malviya, illustrated by Proiti Roy, published by Room to Read (© Room to Read, 2014) under a CC BY 4.0 license on StoryWeaver. Read, create and translate stories for free on www.storyweaver.org.inInstagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/booksthatspeak/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Story's Video: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youtu.be/l8KRiArZ6w4⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠To receive updates about Online and Offline storytelling events from Books That Speak, join the whatsapp group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://chat.whatsapp.com/BuBaOlkD2UACckOdYk4FDg⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Listen to the podcast:iTunes : ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch Videos:YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.booksthatspeak.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠#booksthatspeak #stories #readaloud #hindistories #indianstories #kids #kidsstories #readbooks #books

#Electricity #village #teamwork #community #poles #humour #family #children #books #kids #reading #library #booksthatspeak #readaloudAfter the Electricity Department installs five electricity poles in their village, the villagers are excited. But when the Electricity Department doesn't return to finish the work, the village is left with five empty poles. What will they do?Thanks to Storyweaver for the story.⁠https://storyweaver.org.in/en/stories/124236-paanch-thambhla-vadu-gaam⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Original story पाँच खंबों वाला गाँव by Room to ReadWritten by Mukesh MalviyaIllustrated by Proiti RoyTranslated by Alvis GonsalvisNarrated by Asawari Doshiપાંચ થાંભલા વાળું ગામ (Gujarati), translated by Alvis Gonsalvis, (© Alvis Gonsalvis, 2020) from The Village of Five Poles (English), by Mukesh Malviya based on original story पाँच खंबों वाला गाँव (Hindi), written by Mukesh Malviya, illustrated by Proiti Roy, published by Room to Read under a CC BY 4.0 license on StoryWeaver. Read, create and translate stories for free on www.storyweaver.org.inInstagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/booksthatspeak/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Story's Video: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youtu.be/91RgPEEbAig⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠To receive updates about Online and Offline storytelling events from Books That Speak, join the whatsapp group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://chat.whatsapp.com/BuBaOlkD2UACckOdYk4FDg⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Listen to the podcast:iTunes : ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch Videos:YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.booksthatspeak.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠#booksthatspeak #stories #readaloud #gujarativaartao #indianstories #kids #kidsstories #readbooks #books

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This week on the Oakley Podcast, host Jeremy Kellett is joined by military veteran and Oakley owner-operator Josh Bailey for a heartfelt Veterans Day discussion. Josh shares his experiences from nearly two decades of military service, including multiple combat deployments, and discusses his transition to trucking and civilian life. The episode delves into the challenges veterans face, the unique camaraderie and pride they carry, and the important role of teamwork and support in both military and trucking careers. Key takeaways include the significance of Veterans Day, the value of veteran support, the enduring pride and resilience of those who have served, and so much more. Key topics in today's conversation include:Today's Episode Honoring the Heroes of our Military for Veterans Day (0:34)Improving Safety Scores and Owner Operator Communication (3:00)Josh Joining The Military and Influences From High School and Family (5:11)First Deployments, Roles in Iraq, and Heroic Medevac Crews (8:02)Teamwork, Camaraderie, and Maintaining Military Connections (12:13)Flying Medevac Missions and the Realities of Combat (15:33)Reflections on Deja Vu Deployments, Unit Culture, and Responsibility (18:30)Lessons Learned From Field Artillery and Infantry Roles (21:34)Transition From Military to Trucking Life and Family Background (24:13)Returning to Civilian Life and the Challenge of Reintegration (27:26)Applying Military Leadership and Attention to Detail in Trucking (30:35)Lifelong Habits, Vigilance, and Veteran Pride (33:33)What Veterans Day Means to A Veteran: Pride and Patriotism (36:43)Honoring All Veterans and the Power of Support (39:07)Closing Gratitude, Final Reflections, and Conclusion (41:18)Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website: podcast.bruceoakley.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Are you leading like a thermometer or a thermostat? If you find yourself reacting to problems instead of setting the tone for your team, you might be acting like a thermometer. But with practice and the right mindset, you can become a thermostatic leader who sets the climate for your whole team or organization. Learn more in this episode with guest Sheri Miller Holt, the author of Thermostatic Leadership: The Quiet Power of Creating Balance and Influence. Drawing on her years of experience in organizational development and leadership training, Sheri unpacks the true meaning of thermostatic leadership, plus shares tips manufacturing leaders can use to balance firmness with compassion, create shared accountability, and build stronger, more empathetic workplaces where people want to do their best. 2:20 - Leaders must decide whether they simply react like a thermometer or adjust and influence like a thermostat. 4:00 - Thermostatic leaders empathize, mobilize, and shift the energy in a room toward positive outcomes 6:50 - Real organizational change begins when leaders change their own behaviors and mindsets 8:30 - Leaders should remove barriers that prevent people from performing at their best 10:50 - The biggest obstacle to better leadership is simplicity — people think it has to be more complex than it really is 11:30 - Knowing your team personally builds trust and motivation 12:40 – Sheri's Dr. GRAK framework focuses on shared results, resources, accountability, and agreed-upon consequences 14:20 - Both leaders and their teams should share outcomes, both good and bad 16:30 - When people understand shared consequences, they self-manage and become more invested in team success 22:40 – Shift your "you" statements to "I" statements to avoid accusations and foster empathy  24:50 - Compassionate leadership doesn't weaken accountability — it deepens it. When people feel cared for, they perform better and take ownership Connect with Sheri Holt Find her on LinkedIn and Facebook Buy her book 

Traveling The Yellow Brick Road of Amputee Life   In this episode, I want to talk about one of the biggest learning curves after limb loss — getting fitted for a prosthesis. Nobody really tells you how challenging this part can be. You think, “Okay, I'll get my prosthetic leg or arm, strap it on, and get back to life.” But if only it were that simple, right? The truth is, it's a process — one that takes time, patience, and a whole lot of communication with your prosthetist. When I first started, I honestly thought it was going to be pretty straightforward. They'd take some measurements, make the socket, I'd try it on, and off I'd go. But wow, did I learn quickly that's not how it works. Every limb is unique. Every body changes — sometimes from morning to night. So that “perfect fit” we all hope for doesn't just happen once and stay that way. It's something that evolves. And that means working with your prosthetist becomes this back-and-forth relationship. There's a lot of give and take involved. They're the experts in design and fit, but you are the expert in how it feels — and that matters just as much. Now, I'll admit — in the beginning, I had my fair share of frustration. When the socket rubbed wrong or my limb was sore, I'd get upset and think, “Why isn't this working?” It was easy to blame the prosthesis or think the prosthetist did something wrong. But with time, I started realizing there was a little user error in there too. Sometimes I wasn't putting it on right. Sometimes I didn't pay attention to small aches that turned into bigger problems. And sometimes… I just didn't know what I didn't know. That's a big part of this journey — learning to take accountability where it's due. Not in a shameful way, but in an empowering way. Once we start owning our part in the process, things really start improving. We ask more questions. We write down what we are feeling. We pay attention to pressure spots and skin changes. And most importantly, we communicate all of that clearly with our prosthetist. Change happens! Teamwork and communication are key!   Because here's the thing — they can't feel what you feel. They can't fix what they don't know about. So, if something doesn't feel right, say it. Speak up. Be honest, even if it feels awkward. That's how you get the best outcome. If you're new to being an amputee, remember this: it's okay to not have it all figured out. You're learning. This whole process — from fitting to comfort to walking confidently again — it's a marathon, not a sprint. You'll get there. Just keep showing up, keep asking questions, and keep working with your prosthetist as a team. Because at the end of the day, this isn't just about a prosthesis fitting right — it's about you finding your rhythm again, your confidence, your life. You are a warrior! It's time to unleash that warrior and gain back your independence. Have a beautiful week ahead, and as always, Be Healthy, Be Happy, Be YOU!!! Much love,

The world record for fastest pit stop—a mere 1.8 seconds—was set by the McLaren F1 Team at the Qatar Grand Prix in 2023. It's an incredible feat of speed and choreography; a pit stop that fast can't happen without a team of people operating at peak human performance. But as Dan Keyworth explains, AI plays a crucial role, too. As the Director of Business Technology at McLaren Racing, Dan is responsible for helping the whole team perform at their best—and that starts with having the right tools. Whether it's the firehose of sensor data coming off a race car, video analysis of the pit crew in action, or marketing analytics for the next Grand Prix, AI helps the McLaren F1 Team make the right decisions—and make them fast.On this episode, Dan talks about the importance of getting simple answers from complex data, how they use Dropbox Dash, and why we shouldn't think of AI as labor replacement so much as laborious replacement.You can learn more about the McLaren F1 Team at mclaren.com/racing/formula-1. And if you haven't already seen it, be sure to watch their world record pit stop at youtube.com/watch?v=tRBOiq-Q6_s. Seriously, it's blink-and-you'll-miss-it fast.~ ~ ~Working Smarter is brought to you by Dropbox Dash—the AI universal search and knowledge management tool from Dropbox. Learn more at workingsmarter.ai/dashYou can listen to more episodes of Working Smarter on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, or wherever you get your podcasts. To read more stories and past interviews, visit workingsmarter.aiThis show would not be possible without the talented team at Cosmic Standard: producer Dominic Girard, sound engineer Aja Simpson, technical director Jacob Winik, and executive producer Eliza Smith. Special thanks to our illustrators Justin Tran and Fanny Luor, marketing consultant Meggan Ellingboe, and editorial support from Catie Keck. Our theme song was composed by Doug Stuart. Working Smarter is hosted by Matthew Braga. Thanks for listening!

We continue our sixth week of our 7-week series of quotes based on themes from my book, "Senior Salute," with five more quotes on the theme of "Teamwork."No matter what you do or where you go in life after your experience in sports, chances are that you will always be part of some kind of team. The concepts of a team will be involved in so many different aspects of your life - work, sports, clubs, church, families - to name a few. The camaraderie of a team will be something you will continue to experience long after you are done playing sports. You will always be part of groups that are bigger than just yourself. While individual success and accolades are fun and exciting, there is nothing quite like being part of a successful team. Enjoy all of the team experiences you are fortunate enough to be a part of now and in your future. I wrote "Senior Salute" as a follow-up to my most popular book ever, "Inspiration for the Graduate." Both are gift books for coaches or parents to give to their senior athletes. "Inspiration for the Graduate" makes for a great graduation gift, and "Senior Salute" is a great gift to give on Senior Night or at the End-of-Season Banquet. Each book is filled with quotes based on various Team Themes that, hopefully, the coaches have talked with and worked on with their teams at some point in the season.Also, please consider becoming a supporter of the show. You can donate to the show by clicking on the link below. Thanks so much for your support!Support the showFor more information to help you on your road to becoming your best, check us out at SlamDunkSuccess.com or email me at scott@slamdunksuccess.com.As always, our background music is "Dance in the Sun" by Krisztian Vass.

Fluent Fiction - Hindi: From Diwali Festivities to A+: Arjun's Festival Breakthrough Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hi/episode/2025-11-12-08-38-20-hi Story Transcript:Hi: हर साल की तरह, इस बार भी अर्जुन का परिवार दीवाली के लिए बड़े पैमाने पर तैयारियां कर रहा था।En: As every year, this time too, Arjun's family was making grand preparations for Diwali.Hi: चारों ओर रंग-बिरंगी रोशनी और रंगोली से सजा हुआ घर त्योहार की रौनक से जगमग हो उठा था।En: The house, adorned with colorful lights and rangoli, was sparkling with the spirit of the festival.Hi: घर के भीतर मिठाइयों की महक और बाहर पटाखों की आवाज़ें वातावरण को पूरे जोश में डाल रही थीं।En: The aroma of sweets inside the house and the sounds of fireworks outside were energizing the atmosphere.Hi: अर्जुन अपने कमरे में, एक अहम स्कूल प्रोजेक्ट पर ध्यान देने की कोशिश कर रहा था।En: Arjun was in his room, trying to focus on an important school project.Hi: अर्जुन को इस बार एक खास असाइनमेंट मिला था।En: Arjun received a special assignment this time.Hi: उसे भारतीय त्योहारों पर एक प्रोजेक्ट बनाना था।En: He had to create a project on Indian festivals.Hi: लक्ष्य था टीचर को प्रभावित करना और एक स्कॉलरशिप हासिल करना।En: The goal was to impress the teacher and earn a scholarship.Hi: उसके साथ प्रोजेक्ट पार्टनर था उसका सबसे अच्छा दोस्त, रवि।En: His project partner was his best friend, Ravi.Hi: लेकिन आजकल का माहौल देखकर अर्जुन को इस बात का एहसास था कि यह काम इतना आसान नहीं होगा।En: However, seeing the festive environment, Arjun realized that this task would not be easy.Hi: मेहरा, अर्जुन की चचेरी बहन, दिवाली की छुट्टियों के लिए आई हुई थी।En: Mehra, Arjun's cousin sister, had come to visit for the Diwali holidays.Hi: वह उत्साह और नवाचार से भरपूर थी।En: She was full of enthusiasm and innovation.Hi: जैसे ही वह घर में प्रवेश करती, अर्जुन का ध्यान भंग होने लगता।En: As soon as she entered the house, Arjun's concentration began to waver.Hi: "अरे अर्जुन!En: "Hey Arjun!Hi: देखो मैंने कितनी सुंदर रंगोली बनाई है," यह कहकर मेहरा सीधे कमरे में चली आई।En: Look at the beautiful rangoli I made," she said, walking straight into the room.Hi: हालांकि मेहरा के आइडिया कभी-कभी दिलचस्प होते थे, लेकिन वह जल्दी ही दूसरी चीजों में व्यस्त हो जाती।En: Although Mehra's ideas were sometimes interesting, she quickly got busy with other things.Hi: रवि भी वहाँ था, आराम से बैठा मुस्कुरा रहा था, "अरे, अर्जुन, थोड़ा ब्रेक लो।En: Ravi was also there, sitting comfortably, smiling, "Hey, Arjun, take a break.Hi: दीवाली का आनंद लो।En: Enjoy Diwali."Hi: "अर्जुन थोड़ा चिंतित हुआ, "समय बहुत कम है, और यह प्रोजेक्ट बहुत महत्वपूर्ण है।En: Arjun was a bit worried, "There's very little time, and this project is very important."Hi: " कुछ समय के लिए अर्जुन ने सोचा कि रात को जब सब शांति से सो जाएंगे तब काम करना सही रहेगा।En: For a moment, Arjun thought it might be wise to work when everyone would be peacefully asleep at night.Hi: लेकिन तभी एक और बम फूटा - मेहरा के दिमाग में।En: But then another lightbulb went off—this time in Mehra's mind.Hi: "अर्जुन भैया!En: "Hey Arjun bhaiya!Hi: क्यों न हम इस प्रोजेक्ट में हमारी दीवाली की कहानी जोड़ें?En: Why don't we include our Diwali story in this project?"Hi: " अर्जुन पहले तो झिझका, लेकिन उसकी बात में दम था।En: Arjun hesitated at first, but her idea had merit.Hi: अचानक उसे अहसास हुआ कि मेहरा की क्रिएटिविटी और रवि की सहायक प्रकृति प्रोजेक्ट के लिए फायदेमंद साबित हो सकती हैं।En: Suddenly, he realized that Mehra's creativity and Ravi's supportive nature could prove beneficial for their project.Hi: धीमे-धीमे दिवाली की रौनक और हलचल के बीच, तीनों ने मिलकर एक शानदार प्रेजेंटेशन तैयार किया।En: Slowly, amidst the hustle and bustle of Diwali, the three of them together prepared an amazing presentation.Hi: उन्होंने कहानी, कला और टेक्नोलॉजी को जोड़ते हुए दीवाली के पारंपरिक और आधुनिक पहलुओं को दिखाया।En: They combined storytelling, art, and technology to showcase both traditional and modern aspects of Diwali.Hi: उनकी मेहनत रंग लाई।En: Their hard work paid off.Hi: स्कूल में उनकी प्रस्तुति को खूब सराहना मिली।En: Their presentation received much praise at school.Hi: टीचर ने उनके काम की गहराई और मौलिकता की तारीफ की।En: The teacher appreciated the depth and originality of their work.Hi: अर्जुन को अपने प्रोजेक्ट के लिए उम्मीद से बढ़कर प्रशंसा मिली।En: Arjun received more recognition than he had hoped for his project.Hi: अर्जुन ने सीखा कि परिश्रम के साथ-साथ रचनात्मकता का मेल और सहयोग का महत्व कितना खास होता है।En: Arjun learned the importance of combining hard work with creativity and collaboration.Hi: उसने यह भी समझा कि कभी-कभी त्योहारों का शोरगुल भी एक नए दृष्टिकोण की प्रेरणा दे सकता है।En: He also understood that sometimes the clamor of festivals can inspire a new perspective.Hi: इस तरह, अर्जुन, मेहरा और रवि ने दीवाली के आकर्षण को अपने प्रोजेक्ट में ढालकर एक नई ऊँचाई हासिल की।En: In this way, Arjun, Mehra, and Ravi transformed the charm of Diwali into their project, reaching a new height. Vocabulary Words:adorned: सजा हुआsparkling: जगमगaroma: महकenergizing: जोश में डालनाassignment: असाइनमेंटgoal: लक्ष्यimpress: प्रभावितscholarship: स्कॉलरशिपenthusiasm: उत्साहinnovation: नवाचारwaver: भंग होनाmerit: दमcreativity: क्रिएटिविटीcollaboration: सहयोगclamor: शोरगुलperspective: दृष्टिकोणtransformed: ढालाpresentation: प्रेजेंटेशनrecognition: प्रशंसाamidst: बीचhustle: हलचलbuzz: रौनकtraditional: पारंपरिकmodern: आधुनिकshowcase: दिखायाdepth: गहराईoriginality: मौलिकताimportance: महत्वbeneficial: फायदेमंदheight: ऊँचाई

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Family Artistry: How Teamwork Turned Chaos into Creativity Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-12-08-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 秋の風が優しく家の窓をくぐり抜ける頃、ハルトの家ではにぎやかな準備が始まっていました。En: When the gentle autumn breeze began to weave through the windows of Haruto's house, lively preparations were underway.Ja: 大きな家には、いつも子供たちの声が響いています。En: The large house was always filled with the voices of children.Ja: そこに住む中学生のハルトは、色鉛筆とスケッチブックを手に、何か重大なことを考えていました。En: Haruto, a junior high school student living there, was deep in thought with colored pencils and a sketchbook in hand, pondering something significant.Ja: 今度の学校祭で、彼は素晴らしい美術作品を作りたいと思っていました。En: For the upcoming school festival, he wanted to create an outstanding piece of art.Ja: 家族みんなに誇らしげに見せたいのです。En: He wished to proudly show it to his entire family.Ja: しかし、問題があります。En: However, there was a problem.Ja: ハルトにはたくさんの弟妹がいて、いつも彼のそばを離れません。En: Haruto had many younger siblings who never left his side.Ja: 家の中で静かな時間を作るのは至難の業です。En: Creating quiet time at home was an almost impossible task.Ja: ハルトがリビングで考え込んでいると、妹のアイコが近寄ってきました。En: As Haruto was contemplating in the living room, his younger sister Aiko approached him.Ja: 「お兄ちゃん、何をしてるの？En: "What are you doing, big brother?"Ja: 」と、彼女は興味津々に尋ねます。En: she asked with fascination.Ja: ハルトは一瞬、どう答えるか迷いましたが、ふと思いつきました。En: Haruto hesitated for a moment on how to answer but then had an idea.Ja: 「アイコ、一緒に絵を描かない？En: "Why don't we draw together, Aiko?"Ja: 」彼は家族みんなを巻き込むことに決めました。En: He decided to involve the whole family.Ja: 弟のリナも呼んで、家族みんなで一つの作品を作ることにしました。En: He called in his younger brother Rina, and they all began to work on a single artwork together.Ja: リビングのテーブルの上には、色とりどりの絵の具と画用紙が広がって、家の中がアートスタジオに変わります。En: On the table in the living room, colorful paints and drawing paper spread out, transforming the house into an art studio.Ja: 夜になると、家の中はますます賑やかになります。En: As night fell, the house became even more lively.Ja: みんなで一緒に絵を描くうちに、笑い声が絶えません。En: Laughter was constant as they all drew together.Ja: しかし、突然の騒ぎでお絵かきの台紙が落ちて、絵の具があちこちに飛び散ってしまいました。En: However, in the sudden merriment, the drawing paper fell, and paint splattered everywhere.Ja: 「どうしよう…」とハルトは思いましたが、彼は落ち着いていました。En: "What should we do..." Haruto thought, but he remained calm.Ja: 「みんな、大丈夫だよ。En: "It's okay, everyone.Ja: これを新しいアイデアにしよう！En: Let's turn this into a new idea!"Ja: 」とハルトは声をかけました。En: Haruto encouraged them.Ja: 家族みんなで協力し、飛び散った絵の具から、新しい模様を作り始めました。En: Working together, the family started creating new patterns from the splattered paint.Ja: アイコとリナは大喜びで手伝います。En: Aiko and Rina helped with great enthusiasm.Ja: ついに完成した作品は、ハルトひとりでは想像できなかった素晴らしい一枚になりました。En: The completed piece turned out to be a wonderful art that Haruto couldn't have imagined alone.Ja: 学校祭の日、ハルトとその家族が作った絵は多くの人の目を引きました。En: On the day of the school festival, the painting created by Haruto and his family caught the attention of many.Ja: 「これは君たちの力を合わせた証だね！En: "This is proof of your combined efforts!"Ja: 」と先生も褒めてくれました。En: the teacher praised.Ja: ハルトは心の中で、家族との協力の大切さを学びました。En: Haruto learned the importance of cooperation with his family in his heart.Ja: 協力することで、一人では成しえない素晴らしいものができる。En: By working together, something amazing is achieved that can't be done alone.Ja: ハルトのその微笑みが、秋の陽射しの下で一層輝いていました。En: Haruto's smile shone even brighter under the autumn sunlight. Vocabulary Words:gentle: 優しくbreeze: 風weave: くぐり抜けるpreparations: 準備junior high school student: 中学生pondering: 考えていましたsignificant: 重大なupcoming: 今度のoutstanding: 素晴らしいsiblings: 弟妹contemplating: 考え込んでいるhesitated: 躊躇しましたfascination: 興味津々involve: 巻き込むartwork: 作品enthusiasm: 大喜びsplattered: 飛び散ってしまいましたmerriment: 騒ぎencouraged: 声をかけましたpatterns: 模様praises: 褒めてくれましたcooperation: 協力amazing: 素晴らしいachieved: 成しえないshone: 輝いていましたthrough: くぐり抜けるlively: 賑やかsketchbook: スケッチブックcolored pencils: 色鉛筆transforming: 変わります

Fluent Fiction - French: Golden Ideas: Teamwork Blooms in Autumn's Embrace Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/fr/episode/2025-11-12-08-38-20-fr Story Transcript:Fr: Dans une maison familiale spacieuse, l'air d'automne remplissait la pièce de parfums de feuilles mortes et de pommes.En: In a spacious family house, the autumn air filled the room with the scents of dead leaves and apples.Fr: Le salon accueillant baignait dans une lumière dorée et douce.En: The welcoming living room was bathed in a soft, golden light.Fr: Un grand tableau de chêne occupait l'espace central, prêt à recevoir les idées créatives d'Élodie, Mathieu, et Luc.En: A large oak table occupied the central space, ready to receive the creative ideas of Élodie, Mathieu, and Luc.Fr: Près de la table, une cheminée crépitait doucement, ajoutant une ambiance chaleureuse à leur réunion.En: Near the table, a fireplace crackled gently, adding a warm ambiance to their meeting.Fr: Élodie, pleine d'énergie et d'idées, se dressait avec enthousiasme.En: Élodie, full of energy and ideas, stood up enthusiastically.Fr: "Nous devons impressionner le professeur!En: "We must impress the professor!Fr: J'ai pensé à un projet sur les énergies renouvelables avec une maquette géante," annonça-t-elle.En: I thought of a project on renewable energy with a giant model," she announced.Fr: Ses yeux brillaient d'ambition, sa voix vibrant d'enthousiasme.En: Her eyes shone with ambition, her voice vibrated with enthusiasm.Fr: Mathieu, assis nonchalamment, hocha la tête en signe de réflexion.En: Mathieu, sitting nonchalantly, nodded in a sign of reflection.Fr: "C'est ambitieux, Élodie.En: "That's ambitious, Élodie.Fr: Peut-être devrions-nous faire quelque chose de plus simple, comme une présentation sur les panneaux solaires.En: Maybe we should do something simpler, like a presentation on solar panels.Fr: Cela réduit le stress."En: That could reduce the stress."Fr: Toujours le médiateur, Mathieu cherchait un équilibre.En: Always the mediator, Mathieu sought a balance.Fr: Luc, assis silencieusement à l'une des extrémités de la table, écoutait attentivement.En: Luc, sitting silently at one end of the table, listened attentively.Fr: Des idées fourmillaient dans son esprit, mais il hésitait à prendre la parole.En: Ideas buzzed in his mind, but he hesitated to speak up.Fr: Après quelques instants de réflexion intense, il prit son courage à deux mains.En: After a few moments of intense reflection, he took his courage in both hands.Fr: "Et si nous combinions nos idées?"En: "What if we combined our ideas?"Fr: proposa-t-il timidement.En: he suggested timidly.Fr: "Nous pourrions construire une petite maquette et ajouter une partie interactive sur les énergies renouvelables."En: "We could build a small model and add an interactive part about renewable energies."Fr: Élodie et Mathieu se regardèrent, évaluant rapidement la suggestion de Luc.En: Élodie and Mathieu looked at each other, quickly evaluating Luc's suggestion.Fr: Une aiguille de tension sembla se relâcher dans la pièce.En: A needle of tension seemed to ease in the room.Fr: "C'est brillant, Luc!"En: "That's brilliant, Luc!"Fr: s'exclama Élodie, impressionnée.En: exclaimed Élodie, impressed.Fr: Mathieu sourit, soulagé que la direction du projet soit devenue claire et gérable.En: Mathieu smiled, relieved that the direction of the project had become clear and manageable.Fr: Avec les contributions de chacun, le groupe choisit un plan qui mélangeait créativité et pragmatisme.En: With everyone's contributions, the group chose a plan that mixed creativity and pragmatism.Fr: Élodie commença à apprécier les perspectives des autres, Mathieu comprit l'importance d'écouter attentivement, et Luc gagna la confiance nécessaire pour exprimer ses idées.En: Élodie began to appreciate the perspectives of others, Mathieu understood the importance of listening attentively, and Luc gained the confidence necessary to express his ideas.Fr: Le crépitement du feu accompagnait leurs rires et discussions, scellant leur coopération sur un projet qui plairait à leur professeur.En: The crackling of the fire accompanied their laughter and discussions, sealing their cooperation on a project that would please their professor.Fr: Tandis que l'automne florissait à l'extérieur, à l'intérieur, une nouvelle dynamique de groupe naissait.En: While autumn flourished outside, inside, a new group dynamic was born. Vocabulary Words:spacious: spacieuseair: l'airleaves: les feuillesfireplace: la cheminéeambiance: l'ambianceenergy: l'énergieproject: le projetmodel: la maquetteambition: l'ambitionenthusiasm: l'enthousiasmereflection: la réflexionpresentation: la présentationsolar panels: les panneaux solairesbalance: l'équilibremediator: le médiateurend: l'extrémitéideas: les idéesmoment: l'instantcourage: le couragesuggestion: la suggestionneedle: l'aiguilleperspectives: les perspectivesattentively: attentivementconfidence: la confiancelaughter: les riresdiscussions: les discussionscooperation: la coopérationprofessor: le professeurdynamic: la dynamiquenature: la nature

n this episode of Truth Works, Jessica Neal sits down with Alex Pentland, MIT professor and one of the world's leading data scientists, to explore how human networks really function.Alex Pentland, often called one of the “most powerful data scientists in the world” — has spent decades decoding how information, collaboration, and social trust flow inside organizations. From his pioneering work at the MIT Media Lab to advising global companies and governments, his findings have reshaped how leaders think about communication, culture, and innovation.

Send us a textSpecial Forces- The Human Side of StrengthSummary — Special Forces S4: “Composure” (Day 7)Day 7 whittles the group down to six recruits and tests everything they've learned — physically, mentally, and emotionally. A medical withdrawal (Christie) leaves the team shaken; another recruit (Mark) is pulled for serious ear damage. The core of the episode is an intense hostage-rescue operation that exposes failures in leadership, communication, and decision-making: one team panics and brings a hostage into a gas-filled room, another team performs cleanly, and a third succeeds. In the aftermath the DS instructors call out poor choices, force accountability, and push recruits to show vulnerability rather than numbness. Personal backstories surface (Shawn's stoicism, Brianna's drive to make her dad proud, Kody's complicated family past), and recruits are pushed to own mistakes, repair relationships, and bond — even writing “death letters” to open up emotionally before more operations. The episode ends with recruits exhausted but more exposed — physically injured, chastened, and challenged to become better teammates.Key beats / takeaways1640 / Day 7: 8 → medical withdrawal reduces number; Christie leaves in tears.Mark is warned about potential long-term ear disfigurement and pulled for medical care.Hostage-rescue operation: multiple pairings with mixed results — one team's panic causes a near-fatal mistake; other teams show strong communication and pass.DS debriefs highlight leadership failures (Kody), lack of communication (Cody & Shawn), and the cost of “going robotic” (Shawn).Emotional breakthroughs: recruits confront personal failures, ownership, and grief; DS encourages crying and authenticity as strengths.Death-letter exercise forces emotional vulnerability, creating a deeper bond and setting emotional stakes for future ops.Support the showhttps://www.wewinewhenever.com/

Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors.Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs.Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERERegister for Tektonic HERE!In this episode, Jeff Compton welcomes Chuck Mitchell, this year's APPEX Giveaway Winner from the Changing the Industry Podcast with Lucas Underwood and David Roman. Chuck shares his story of how he got into the industry from fleet management and parts retail to shop ownership. He's passionate about the current technician shortage and helping younger generations. He and Jeff talk about the importance of cross-industry collaboration among local shops, the need for better training and information access, and the value of mentoring new technicians to create a more sustainable future for the automotive industry.Timestamps: 00:00 Meet Chuck Mitchell06:39 "Friend's Growth in Dealerships"15:05 Balancing Business and Compassion17:06 Shop Ownership Challenges22:58 "Building Confidence Through Understanding"30:19 Improving Industry and Supporting Workers34:07 Tech Career Paths in Shops36:44 "EV Direction and Innovation"43:25 "Reviving Craftsmanship in Auto Industry"48:24 "Vehicle Repair Challenges Persist"52:18 Customer Service and Accountability01:00:09 "AI, VR, and Cost Challenges"01:03:39 "Nurturing Young Techs"01:11:31 "Industry Growth Through Connection" Follow/Subscribe to the show on social media! TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jeffcompton7YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheJadedMechanicFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091347564232

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Adam Reynolds grew up in the Sydney suburb of Redfern - the heartland of the South Sydney Rabbitohs. A gifted junior footy player, he quickly rose through the ranks, taking home plenty of awards and ultimately winning the NRL premiership in 2014. But he shocked the NRL community in 2021 when he left the Rabbitohs to head north and captain the Brisbane Broncos - leading them to victory in the 2025 NRL Grand Final. But his success hasn't been without its struggles. He's battled multiple injuries throughout his career, the latest sidelining him as the Broncos beat the Melbourne Storm to take home the 2025 Premiership. Now Adam is detailing the highs and lows of his career in his memoir 'On My Own Terms'. Adam spoke with Ant about his determination to get through injuries, how his young family inspires him and the power of teamwork. LINKS Adam's book 'On My Own Terms' is out now Follow Adam on Instagram Follow Ant on Instagram, X, and Facebook Learn more about Ant on his website antmiddleton.com Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – @novapodcastsofficial. CREDITS Host: Ant MiddletonEditor: Adrian WaltonExecutive Producer: Damien Haffenden Managing Producer: Ricardo Bardon Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation. We pay our respect to Elders past and present.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Unlock the secrets to high-performing teams with our practical, actionable guide to the Big Five Teamwork Theory—a framework of 8 critical teamwork behaviors and attitudes that can transform how your team works together. In this episode, we break down Backup Behavior, Mutual Performance Monitoring, Adaptability, Mutual Trust, Team Leadership, Team Orientation, Closed-Loop Communication, and Shared Mental Models, showing how each element impacts team effectiveness. Unlike traditional models like Tuckman's stages of team development or Patrick Lencioni's Five Dysfunctions of a Team, this approach gives leaders clear, actionable strategies to diagnose team performance gaps and coach teams for measurable improvement. Plus, we've created a free teamwork quiz so you can see exactly how your team stacks up and identify opportunities for growth: https://utech-fydrq1dd.scoreapp.com/ . Whether you're a team leader, manager, HR professional, or aspiring collaborator, this episode will help you build stronger, more cohesive, and adaptable teams that consistently perform at their best.

No.1 Business Expert NATALIE DAWSON reveals how to build wealth, scale a 9-figure business, lead with confidence, master productivity, and create long-term success.  Natalie Dawson is a leadership expert and co-founder of two 9-figure businesses: Cardon Ventures and 10X Health, she has helped over 15,000 entrepreneurs scale their companies. She is also the author of best-selling books such as, ‘Start the Work: How to Duplicate Yourself and Scale Your Business'.  She explains:  ◼️Why certain traits will guarantee failure in business (and how to fix them) ◼️The exact PPF framework that took her from $30K to $300K ◼️How 1% of people set goals differently, and why it changes everything ◼️The $100K skill stack that schools never teach, but millionaires all master ◼️Why most people think they're working hard…but aren't even close (00:00) Intro   (02:14) Why People Can't Create Wealth   (03:56) Helping Businesses Make Millions   (06:22) What Makes a Business Owner Successful   (12:35) The 3-Step Framework for Goal Setting   (15:13) From Anxious to Badass Entrepreneur   (17:46) Advice for Young People Who Don't Believe in Themselves   (18:53) Do Looks Really Matter in How You Show Up?   (20:46) How Important Is Communication?   (23:57) How the 1% Elite Speak   (25:28) How to Persuade with Your Ideas   (29:22) Avoiding These Words Will Improve Your Communication Skills   (32:40) Mastering Your Calendar   (35:53) Work-Life Balance   (37:46) Working Hard 24/7 and Burnout   (41:27) Do People Really Burn Out?   (43:43) How to Be a Great Parent and Work Hard   (47:47) Success vs. Happiness   (53:18) Individualism Isn't Within Our Nature   (57:36) How to Get People to Respect You   (01:03:04) I Fired Someone at My Company for Cheating   (01:05:40) Ads  (01:06:39) How to Start a Business Today   (01:08:54) Is Market Growth Important When Building a Company?   (01:10:13) The Most Profitable Business in 2026   (01:12:54) The Vision, Commitment, Execution Framework to Scale a Company   (01:26:16) The 10-Step Process to Become a Millionaire   (01:33:14) The Women's Wealth Transfer   (01:40:49) Ads   (01:42:57) What's the Reality About Passive Income?   (01:46:11) What Jobs Won't Be Taken Over by AI?   (01:50:54) The Only Barrier You Have Is Not Believing in Yourself   (01:58:22) How I Earned Respect and Communication Skills   Follow Natalie:  YouTube - https://bit.ly/4qIBvIl  Instagram - https://bit.ly/4hL4ruZ  TikTok - https://bit.ly/49E4R4f  LinkedIn - https://bit.ly/47ENZba  Newsletter - https://bit.ly/47HpES2  Get your free copy of Natalie's bestselling book, ‘TeamWork', here: http://cardoneventures.com/doac   The Diary Of A CEO: ◼️Join DOAC circle here - https://doaccircle.com/  ◼️Buy The Diary Of A CEO book here - https://smarturl.it/DOACbook  ◼️The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt  ◼️The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb  ◼️Get email updates - https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt  ◼️Follow Steven - https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb  Sponsors: Vanta - https://vanta.com/steven  Apple:  https://www.apple.com/mac/      Adobe Express - http://ADOBE.LY/STEVEN

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The Mamas are fresh off their live show and whew — it was a ride! This week they're sharing what it really took to make it happen: long days, late nights, and the sisterhood that kept them going. From planning and promotion to showtime nerves, they talk about pouring your heart into something you love, leaning on your people, and how mamas always finds a way to get it done.We love getting Listener Letters! Send any thoughts or questions for the Mamas at podcasts@blacklove.com.Make sure you connect with our Mamas:@themamasdenpodcastAshley - @watermeloneggrollsCodie - @codiecoMelanie - @melaniefiona Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

DFS Army's lead NFL Analyst Kevin "Geek" Alan joins with two-time millionaire maker winner Bobbywow to take a look at the best plays and strategy for the Monday Night Football Eagles vs Packers showdown in Week 10 for DraftKings and FanDuel.

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This week, Ivy Slater, host of Her Success Story, chats with her guests, Grace Kwak and Alexis Toney. The three talk about the challenges of standing out in an intensely crowded marketing space, the crucial role of relationships and referrals in their growth, and the lessons they've learned from early hiring decisions and business setbacks. In this episode, we discuss: How Background Noise got started What has kept the team motivated and growing in a crowded marketing environment space When to hire and scale a team in a small agency Why partnering with other agencies is part of their growth strategy Who benefits from keeping in touch How setbacks and surprises shape leadership   Grace Kwak is a growth marketing expert who has spent her career shaping customer journeys from every angle – working within agencies and startups alike – Grace Kwak's newest chapter is leading growth, marketing strategy and analytics at Background Noise. As a first-generation Korean-American, Grace is actively aware of how experiences vary from person to person, and how brands must keep diversity of customer experiences top-of-mind at all times. Across her career, she's contributed to growth for brands including Cecred, Taco Bell, Follain, Papa John's, Hint Water, Dunkin Donuts, NBC Sports, COTY, Lysol, Mucinex, and American Family Insurance. She's been internally honored for her contributions, earning an MVP award at Mindshare and a Person of New York award at Performics. She's contributed to internal presentations around International Women's Day Webinar at Big Spaceship, growth marketing for We Are Rosie and is published with MediaPost. Alexis Toney is a strategy and innovation leader who has built her career at the intersection of data, creativity, and cultural storytelling – Alexis Toney is the Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer at Background Noise. She drives brand innovation through research, analytics, and strategy, overseeing proprietary market research and social listening tools that help clients stay ahead of the curve. With more than eight years of experience in performance analytics, media strategy, and marketing intelligence, Alexis has shaped growth strategies for brands across industries while championing people-first insights. Her career path spans roles at Big Spaceship, Ovadia & Sons, and Laundry Service, where she led research, eCommerce, and media strategy initiatives. At Background Noise, Alexis contributed to the launch of Cécred and has collaborated with brands such as Google, Sony, NBC Sports, UPS, Weight Watchers, and Papa Johns throughout her career. Her work has been recognized with honors including Adweek Media Rising Star and the ADCOLOR Future Award. Based in Brooklyn, Alexis balances her data-driven leadership by day with her creative side as a DJ, music producer, and drummer by night. Website: https://www.backgroundnoise.co/ Social Media Links:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/gracejkwak/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexistoney/  

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Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: Mysteries of the Amazon: Ariel's Archeological Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2025-11-10-23-34-02-he Story Transcript:He: היער האמזונס מלא במסתורין.En: The Ya'ar Ha'Amazonas is full of mystery.He: אור השמש חודר דרך העלים הירוקים כמו טובעני זהב וירוק.En: Sunlight filters through the green leaves like pools of gold and green.He: הצלילים הם של זמזומי חרקים ושל קריאות בעלי חיים רחוקים.En: The sounds are of insects buzzing and the calls of distant animals.He: בעומק היער, בין עצים גבוהים בשמים, אריאל הצעיר עומד מגולף בעולם קדמוני של הרפתקה וגילויים.En: Deep in the forest, among trees that reach the sky, young Ariel stands sculpted in a primordial world of adventure and discoveries.He: אריאל הוא ארכיאולוג הרפתקן.En: Ariel is an adventurous archaeologist.He: הוא אוהב לגלות את סודות העולם העתיק.En: He loves to uncover the secrets of the ancient world.He: פעם, בעודו מטייל ביערות האמזונס, נתקל במאיה, מדריכה מקומית עם ידע רב על היער וסודותיו.En: Once, while wandering in the y'arot ha'Amazonas, he encountered Maya, a local guide with extensive knowledge of the forest and its secrets.He: מאיה הייתה לו לעזרה רבה.En: Maya was of great assistance to him.He: היא ידעה את כל הפינות הנסתרות ואת סכנות היער.En: She knew all the hidden corners and the dangers of the forest.He: באותו יום אביב, כשהאדמה לחה מתחת לנעליהם, אריאל מצא חפץ מוזר.En: On that spring day, with the ground damp beneath their shoes, Ariel found a strange object.He: זה היה פסל קטן עם חריטות עתיקות.En: It was a small statue with ancient carvings.He: בפנים הפסל, לתדהמתו של אריאל, היה מפתח סודי.En: Inside the statue, to Ariel's astonishment, was a secret key.He: מפה עתיקה לסביבה של ציוויליזציה אבודה.En: An ancient map depicting the surroundings of a lost civilization.He: "עלינו לעקוב אחרי המפה!En: "We must follow the map!"He: " אמר אריאל בהתרגשות.En: Ariel said excitedly.He: "זה רעיון מסוכן," ענה נועם, קולגה סקפטי.En: "That's a dangerous idea," replied Noam, a skeptical colleague.He: "היער הזה לא סלחן.En: "This forest is unforgiving.He: מזג האוויר והצמחייה הצפופה הם אתגרים רציניים.En: The weather and dense vegetation are serious challenges."He: "אריאל חשב לרגע.En: Ariel thought for a moment.He: הוא ידע שהמסע מסוכן, אבל התשוקה לגלות האמת בערה בו.En: He knew the journey was dangerous, but the passion to discover the truth burned within him.He: לבסוף, עם מבט נחוש הוא אמר, "אני מאמין במפה.En: Finally, with a determined look, he said, "I believe in the map.He: אני מאמין שעלינו לתת לסודות העבר סיכוי להתגלות.En: I believe we must give the secrets of the past a chance to be revealed."He: "מאיה הבחינה במבטו ובשקט הצטרפה אליו.En: Maya noticed his gaze and quietly joined him.He: לנועם לא הייתה ברירה אלא לבוא בעקבותיהם.En: Noam had no choice but to follow them.He: בחלקים העמוקים של היער עברו עליהם ימים קשים.En: In the deep parts of the forest, they endured tough days.He: גשם שוטף ירד, האוויר היה לח ודחוס, והדרכים כמעט בלתי עבירות.En: Torrential rain fell, the air was humid and dense, and the paths were almost impassable.He: אריאל ומאיה, עם כל צעד, הרגישו את הסכנה וההרפתקה כאחד.En: Ariel and Maya, with each step, felt both danger and adventure.He: לאחר שעות קשות של מסע, הם הגיעו לאזור מלא בפסלים ושרידים עתיקים.En: After difficult hours of travel, they reached an area filled with statues and ancient relics.He: אריאל קבע, "מצאנו את סימני הציוויליזציה האבודה.En: Ariel declared, "We have found the signs of the lost civilization."He: " השמחה הייתה קרובה אליו, אך הוא ידע שחייבים לחזור לפני שיהיה מאוחר מדי.En: Joy was close to him, but he knew they must return before it was too late.He: בדרך חזרה, תחת הפסקת הגשם והתבהרות השמיים, אריאל למד משהו חשוב.En: On the way back, under a break in the rain and clearing skies, Ariel learned something important.He: הוא הבין את ערכו של הידע המקומי של מאיה ואת חשיבות העבודה הצוותית.En: He understood the value of Maya's local knowledge and the importance of teamwork.He: המסע עצמו, ההרפתקה והאנשים, היו חשובים כמעט ככל התגלית עצמה.En: The journey itself, the adventure, and the people were almost as important as the discovery itself.He: הם שבו בבטחה לביתם, אריאל עם הגילוי החדש בלב ועם הערכה מחודשת לכל המסורת והידע שחלפו להם על הידיים בתהליך.En: They returned safely home, Ariel with the new discovery in his heart and a renewed appreciation for all the tradition and knowledge that passed through their hands in the process.He: המסע היה ארוך ומלא אתגרים, אבל התובנות והרגעים שתפסו היו פרס שאין שני לו.En: The journey was long and full of challenges, but the insights and captured moments were a reward like no other. Vocabulary Words:primordial: קדמוניarchaeologist: ארכיאולוגuncovers: לגלותencountered: נתקלextensive: רבastonishment: תדהמהdepicting: מתארתsceptical: סקפטיunforgiving: לא סלחןdense: צפוףgaze: מבטtorrential: שוטףhumid: לחimpassable: בלתי עבירותrelics: שרידיםappreciation: הערכהtradition: מסורתcaptured: תפסוadventure: הרפתקהmystery: מסתוריןfilters: חודרdistant: רחוקיםdetermined: נחושendured: עברוrevealed: להתגלותcivilization: ציוויליזציהnoticed: הבחינהpools: טובעניdiscovery: גילויskeptical: סקפטיBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

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Thought to share? Send me a text...We explore how a simple prayer space can reshape focus, then walk through Colossians 4 to see prayer as the key that empowers the armor of God, shapes our speech with grace and truth, and ties us into a real team of faith. We close with questions to ponder, a prayer of blessing, and a charge to complete the ministry given by Jesus.• prayer as persistence, devotion, alertness, thanksgiving• vulnerability in asking others to intercede• open doors for the gospel and clarity in speech• words drenched with grace and tempered with truth• integrity of witness in home, work, and online• names that show teamwork and reconciled community• questions to ponder and a final blessingBe faithful to complete the ministry you received from our Lord JesusFor the downloadable companion guide:  https://betsymarvin.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Colossians-companion-guide-part-2-.pdf0:32  War Room And Creating A Prayer Space2:33  Why Prayer Is Central Not Secondary2:53  Colossians 4 Call To Persistent Prayer5:03  Asking For Prayer And Vulnerability7:37  A Pause To Pray Together8:31  Words Drenched With Grace10:56  Names, Teamwork, And Gospel Community15:55  Final Questions, Blessing, And ChargeTo find out more about me, or to book a speaking engagement, head to https://betsymarvin.com/For access to past podcasts and transcripts, head tohttps://betsymarvin.com/podcasts/You can follow me on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/betsyjmarvin/and Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/betsy.marvin.98

This we we finish the document Peaches created. And we finish the podcast with part of my book. You are not Broken. Disclaimer: We are not professionals. This podcast is opinioned based and from life experience. This is for entertainment purposes only. Opinions helped by our guests may not reflect our own. But we love a good conversation.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/2-be-better--5828421/support.

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