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Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day for April 14, 2025 is: druthers DRUH-therz noun plural Druthers is an informal word that refers to the power or opportunity to choose—in other words, free choice. It is used especially in the phrase if one had one's druthers. // If I had my druthers, I would travel all the time. See the entry > Examples: “If I had my druthers, if I made the sequel to ‘Companion,' it would just be a shot of her on the side of the road, cutting out her tracking chip and then cutting to her on a farm with a couple of million dollars.” — Drew Hancock, quoted in Variety, 1 Feb. 2025 Did you know? Nowadays, you're much more likely to encounter the plural noun druthers than its singular forebear, but that wasn't always the case. Druther, an alteration of “would rather” in some U.S. English dialects, first appeared in writing in the late 1800s. “Any way you druther have it, that is the way I druther have it,” says Huck to Tom in Mark Twain's Tom Sawyer, Detective (a sequel to the more famous Adventures of Tom Sawyer, which also included the word druther). This example of metanalysis (the shifting of a sound from one element of a phrase to another) had been around for some time in everyday speech when Twain put those words in Huck's mouth. By then, in fact, druthers had also become a plural noun, so Tom could reply, “There ain't any druthers about it, Huck Finn; nobody said anything about druthers,” though druthers didn't overtake druther in popularity (at least in print) until the mid-1900s.
This week's 'Headliners on the Headlines' with fill-in Host Yayne Abeba is joined by Greg Propfs, Robert Mac, and Tom Sawyer. The panel dives into various political topics, including JD Vance's controversial remarks on Fox and Friends and his perceived inadequacies as a politician. They discuss the influence of international policies, particularly tariffs, under Trump's administration. The conversation also covers social protests, the role of media in underreporting significant events, and societal issues like homelessness and the impact of social media on young people. The humor-infused discussion also touches on connections to pop culture and the entertainment industry's role in addressing current geopolitical and social concerns.--Connect with our Guests...Yayne Abeba - @YayneAbebaComedy on TikTokGreg Proops - @ProopDog on InstagramRobert Mac - RobertMac.com and @RobertMac_Comedy on InstagramTom Sawyer - TomSawyerVoices.com --For more from Brian...Visit his website: www.BrianCopeland.comFollow on Social Media: Instagram - @CopelandsCorner & @BrianCopieEmail: BrianCopelandShow@Gmail.com --Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland. This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer. For any show inquiries, please email CopelandsCornerPodcast@gmail.com
In this Episode of Copeland's Corner, Brian is joined by Tom Sawyer, Jackie Kashian, Dana Gould & Nicole Boxer for Headliners on the Headlines. They delve into recent political events, primarily focusing on the significant Democratic win in the Wisconsin Supreme Court elections. The gang analyze whether this victory signifies a trend or an anomaly, noting the historical tight margins in Wisconsin elections. They also touch on other notable wins in Florida's congressional special elections. The conversation shifts to the effects of emotions, the impact of mainstream and social media, and the role of education and civic engagement, especially among younger voters. They also emphasize the detrimental effects of executive orders, the Trump administration's policies on federal agencies like FEMA, and the potential risks associated with reduced competence in crucial sectors such as Homeland Security and the FAA. They then reflect on the importance of reaching out to underrepresented groups and the evolving dynamics of American politics.--Connect with our Guests...Tom Sawyer - TomSawyerVoices.comJackie Kashian - JackieKashian.comDana Gould - DanaGould.comNicole Boxer - @NicBoxer on Instagram --For more from Brian...Visit his website: www.BrianCopeland.comFollow on Social Media: Instagram - @CopelandsCorner & @BrianCopieEmail: BrianCopelandShow@Gmail.com --Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland. This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer. For any show inquiries, please email CopelandsCornerPodcast@gmail.com
In this episode of Copeland's Corner, host Brian Copeland is joined by a comics Jann Karam, Nato Green, and Yayne Ababa. The conversation begins with a discussion on SignalGate, involving government officials' misuse of the Signal app for discussing sensitive military operations. Nato explains how Signal works and shares personal experiences with the app in protests. The gang further debates the repercussions of SignalGate and the public's reaction to it, comparing it to past political controversies. Additionally, they cover topics such as the safety of self-driving Teslas, the struggles around social security entitlements, and the absurdity of Trump's recent executive orders. They also reflect on political dinosaurs in Congress and the personal relevance of social security for the hosts.--Connect with our Guests...Yayne Abeba - @YayneAbebaComedy on TikTokNato Green - @MrNatoGreen on InstagramJann Karam: JannKaram.com and @JannKaramComedian on Instagram --For more from Brian...Visit his website: www.BrianCopeland.comFollow on Social Media: Instagram - @CopelandsCorner & @BrianCopieEmail: BrianCopelandShow@Gmail.com --Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland. This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer. For any show inquiries, please email CopelandsCornerPodcast@gmail.com
In this edition of 'Copeland's Corner,' Brian Copeland welcomes back Carlos Alazraqui, Johnny Steele, and Chris Riggins— as they discuss this week's Hot Talk Topics. They jump right into the Trump administration's defiance of court orders, and societal unrest. Delving into the specific case of a US citizen detained due to political beliefs, they explore the erosion of constitutional norms and judicial power. They also touch on the economic impact of riots, the moral implications of violence in protest, and the changing perception of celebrity roles as seen through characters like Carlton from 'The Fresh Prince.' The conversation lightens with anecdotes about dealing with fame and the challenges actors face from iconic roles. --Connect with our Guests...Carlos Alazraqui - CarlosAlazraqui.com Chris Riggins - @ChrisRigginsComedy on InstagramJohnny Steele - JohnnySteele.com --For more from Brian...Visit his website: www.BrianCopeland.comFollow on Social Media: Instagram - @CopelandsCorner & @BrianCopieEmail: BrianCopelandShow@Gmail.com --Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland. This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer. For any show inquiries, please email CopelandsCornerPodcast@gmail.com
In this episode of 'Copeland's Corner,' Brian Copeland welcomes comedians Maureen Langan, Matt Weinhold, and Dave Pokorny to discuss the latest hot talk topics. They talk about living costs in New York and San Francisco, parking issues, and the struggles comedians face financially. They debate a viral Facebook post by a disgruntled Republican voter, touching on political hypocrisy and systemic issues within the parties. The conversation also delves into sensitive social topics including systemic racism, empathy, transgender rights, and the dangers of banning books and words. They express concerns about the healthcare system, especially vaccines and potential future pandemics. The episode concludes with discussions on changes in airline policies, the importance of getting vaccinated.--Connect With Our Guests...Maureen Langan: MaureenLangan.com and @MaureenLangan on Instagram. Matt Weinhold - MattWeinhold.com - Monster Party PodcastDave Pokorny - DavePokornyPresents.com --For more from Brian...Visit his website: www.BrianCopeland.comFollow on Social Media: Instagram - @CopelandsCorner & @BrianCopieEmail: BrianCopelandShow@Gmail.com --Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland. This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer. For any show inquiries, please email CopelandsCornerPodcast@gmail.com
In this week's episode, Kayla and Taylor discuss Mark Twain's 1885 children's (?) novel The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. Topics include the confusing geography of the south/midwest, Huck's moral quandary and gradual shift of worldview, a peek at initial reactions of this book, the iconic energy of Aunt Sally, and a deep dragging of Tom Sawyer. Plus, Kayla gets on her librarian soapbox about book banning. And also, a brief foray into the recent Oscars ceremony.This week's drink: Huckleberry (Finn) Vodka LemonadeINGREDIENTS:1- 1 ½ oz vodka1 - 1 ½ oz huckleberry liqueur (or similar)Lemonade (sparkling if you're feeling fancy)Lemon wedge, for garnishINSTRUCTIONS:In a shaker with ice, add vodka and huckleberry liqueur. Shake until well chilled.Pour into a tall glass with ice. Top with lemonade and garnish with a lemon wedge.Current/recommended reads, links, etc.:Looking for Smoke by K.A. CobellThe Unbecoming of Margaret Wolf by Isa ArsenThe Book Thief by Markus ZusakThe Boy in His Winter by Norman Lockbrat - Charli XCX (and more amazing girly pop and Latin pop)Running Point (Netflix)Follow us on Instagram @literatureandlibationspod.Visit our website: literatureandlibationspod.com to submit feedback, questions, or your own takes on what we are reading. You can also see what we are reading for future episodes! You can email us at literatureandlibationspod@gmail.com.Please leave us a review and/or rating! It really helps others find our podcast…and it makes us happy!Purchase books via bookshop.org or check them out from your local public library. Join us next time as we read James by Percival Everett.
A sziget szellemei: Erős idegzettel és türelemmel végig lehet nézni a filmet Mafab 2025-03-07 21:39:02 Film Írország A sziget szellemei A The Banshees of Inisherin alapvetően nem a kedvenc filmjeim közé tartozik. Ha a személyek szintjén nézem a történetet, akkor lehangoló és kegyetlenül véres, fájdalmasan érthetetlen. Ha viszont Írország allegóriájaként tekintek rá, akkor mélységében is érthetővé válik egy országnyi sziget tragédiája. Átérezhetjük, milyen az, amikor egy népet ketté Szuperhősös maraton márciusban a Nickelodeon csatornáján Márkamonitor 2025-03-08 07:06:03 Film Maraton Hamarosan új sorozat érkezik a Nickelodeon szuperhősös univerzumába, addig viszont érdemes bepótolni, ami eddig történt. A Thunderman család márciusban egy gyorstalpaló maraton formájában március 10-től minden hétköznap este 18:30-tól látogat el a csatornára. Hogy mi köze a négy évadon át futó szériának Ariana Grandéhoz vagy Veszélyes Henryhez, az Hangolódjunk március 15-re a Nemzeti Múzeumban kultura.hu 2025-03-08 07:30:00 Zene Koncert Múzeum Tárlat Március 15. Magyar Nemzeti Múzeum Az Mnmkk Magyar Nemzeti Múzeum Múzeumi dallamok programsorozatában március 9-én Kálmándy Zita tárlatvezetésével ismerhetik meg, fedezhetik fel az érdeklődők a múzeum állandó gyűjteményének zenei érdekességeit. A tematikus tárlatvezetést egy kis koncert egészíti ki. Pierce Brosnan elárulta, hogy valaha visszatér-e James Bondként Hamu és Gyémánt 2025-03-08 10:11:01 Film USA Interjú James Bond Daniel Craig Pierce Brosnan A színész közvetlenül Daniel Craig előtt, 1995 és 2002 között, összesen négy filmben alakította az ikonikus kémet. Az ír-amerikai színész egy korábbi interjúban arról beszélt, hogy örülne, ha Cillian Murphy lenne a következő James Bond, nemrég pedig elárulta, ő maga visszatérne-e a szerepbe. Négy év telt el a legutolsó 007-es film bemutató Egy film, ami után inkább nem menne étterembe 24.hu 2025-03-07 19:16:12 Film A konyha a legintenzívebb éttermes mozgókép A mackó sorozat óta. Kizsákmányolt hőseinek lázadása forradalommal ér fel. Kritika. Búcsúzik a Tankcsapda gitárosa Librarius 2025-03-08 10:00:20 Zene Tankcsapda Lukács László Sidi Péter Sidlovics Sidi Gábor, a Tankcsapda gitárosa bejelentette, hogy tizenhárom év után távozik a zenekarból. Hogy miért? Az titok. Hogyan veszítsünk el egy pasit 10 nap alatt 2025-ben? Blikk 2025-03-07 21:15:30 Film Párkapcsolat 22 évvel ezelőtt február 7-én jelent meg a romantikus vígjátékok egyik legnagyobb klasszikusa, a Hogyan veszítsünk el egy pasit 10 nap alatt. A 2000-es évek ikonikus filmje máig hatalmas sláger, de vajon ennyi idő után mennyire érvényesülnek Andie Anderson cikkének pontjai? Huszonévesként górcső alá vettem a randizás témakörét: így festene a Nőmérő 5 zseniális politikai sorozat, ami már az első percben lehengerel Igényesférfi.hu 2025-03-08 04:34:29 Film A streamingszolgáltatók jóvoltából most te is újranézheted - vagy éppen felfedezheted - az elmúlt évek legkiválóbb politikai thrillereit. Balázs Klárit hiába várták a tévénézők Story 2025-03-08 04:00:43 Bulvár Szabó Zsófi Balázs Klári Kasza Tibor A Nagy Duett rajongói közül sokan remélték, hogy a megújuló retroműsorban viszontláthatják Balázs Klárit is, aki a leghosszabban regnáló női ítész volt. Ám helyette az énekesként kevésbé elismert Szabó Zsófi ül Kasza Tibi mellé. 5 kevésbé ismert thriller a Netflixen, amit nem érdemes kihagyni port.hu 2025-03-07 17:30:00 Film Netflix Könnyű elveszni a streamszolgáltató kínálatában, így pár remek rejtett tartalommal próbálunk segíteni az eligazodásban. Tom Sawyer – Családi musicalt mutatnak be a kolozsvári színházban Színház.online 2025-03-07 20:31:14 Színpad Románia Színház Március 7-én a színház nagytermében kerül sor a Mark Twain regénye nyomán készült Tom Sawyer című musical premierjére Puskás Zoltán rendezésében. Az előadás szövegváltozatát és a dalszöveget Lénárd Róbert jegyzi, míg az előadás eredeti zenéjét Erős Ervin és Klemm Dávid szerezte. Puskás Zoltán negyedik alkalommal dolgozik a kolozsvári társulattal, k A további adásainkat keresd a podcast.hirstart.hu oldalunkon.
A sziget szellemei: Erős idegzettel és türelemmel végig lehet nézni a filmet Mafab 2025-03-07 21:39:02 Film Írország A sziget szellemei A The Banshees of Inisherin alapvetően nem a kedvenc filmjeim közé tartozik. Ha a személyek szintjén nézem a történetet, akkor lehangoló és kegyetlenül véres, fájdalmasan érthetetlen. Ha viszont Írország allegóriájaként tekintek rá, akkor mélységében is érthetővé válik egy országnyi sziget tragédiája. Átérezhetjük, milyen az, amikor egy népet ketté Szuperhősös maraton márciusban a Nickelodeon csatornáján Márkamonitor 2025-03-08 07:06:03 Film Maraton Hamarosan új sorozat érkezik a Nickelodeon szuperhősös univerzumába, addig viszont érdemes bepótolni, ami eddig történt. A Thunderman család márciusban egy gyorstalpaló maraton formájában március 10-től minden hétköznap este 18:30-tól látogat el a csatornára. Hogy mi köze a négy évadon át futó szériának Ariana Grandéhoz vagy Veszélyes Henryhez, az Hangolódjunk március 15-re a Nemzeti Múzeumban kultura.hu 2025-03-08 07:30:00 Zene Koncert Múzeum Tárlat Március 15. Magyar Nemzeti Múzeum Az Mnmkk Magyar Nemzeti Múzeum Múzeumi dallamok programsorozatában március 9-én Kálmándy Zita tárlatvezetésével ismerhetik meg, fedezhetik fel az érdeklődők a múzeum állandó gyűjteményének zenei érdekességeit. A tematikus tárlatvezetést egy kis koncert egészíti ki. Pierce Brosnan elárulta, hogy valaha visszatér-e James Bondként Hamu és Gyémánt 2025-03-08 10:11:01 Film USA Interjú James Bond Daniel Craig Pierce Brosnan A színész közvetlenül Daniel Craig előtt, 1995 és 2002 között, összesen négy filmben alakította az ikonikus kémet. Az ír-amerikai színész egy korábbi interjúban arról beszélt, hogy örülne, ha Cillian Murphy lenne a következő James Bond, nemrég pedig elárulta, ő maga visszatérne-e a szerepbe. Négy év telt el a legutolsó 007-es film bemutató Egy film, ami után inkább nem menne étterembe 24.hu 2025-03-07 19:16:12 Film A konyha a legintenzívebb éttermes mozgókép A mackó sorozat óta. Kizsákmányolt hőseinek lázadása forradalommal ér fel. Kritika. Búcsúzik a Tankcsapda gitárosa Librarius 2025-03-08 10:00:20 Zene Tankcsapda Lukács László Sidi Péter Sidlovics Sidi Gábor, a Tankcsapda gitárosa bejelentette, hogy tizenhárom év után távozik a zenekarból. Hogy miért? Az titok. Hogyan veszítsünk el egy pasit 10 nap alatt 2025-ben? Blikk 2025-03-07 21:15:30 Film Párkapcsolat 22 évvel ezelőtt február 7-én jelent meg a romantikus vígjátékok egyik legnagyobb klasszikusa, a Hogyan veszítsünk el egy pasit 10 nap alatt. A 2000-es évek ikonikus filmje máig hatalmas sláger, de vajon ennyi idő után mennyire érvényesülnek Andie Anderson cikkének pontjai? Huszonévesként górcső alá vettem a randizás témakörét: így festene a Nőmérő 5 zseniális politikai sorozat, ami már az első percben lehengerel Igényesférfi.hu 2025-03-08 04:34:29 Film A streamingszolgáltatók jóvoltából most te is újranézheted - vagy éppen felfedezheted - az elmúlt évek legkiválóbb politikai thrillereit. Balázs Klárit hiába várták a tévénézők Story 2025-03-08 04:00:43 Bulvár Szabó Zsófi Balázs Klári Kasza Tibor A Nagy Duett rajongói közül sokan remélték, hogy a megújuló retroműsorban viszontláthatják Balázs Klárit is, aki a leghosszabban regnáló női ítész volt. Ám helyette az énekesként kevésbé elismert Szabó Zsófi ül Kasza Tibi mellé. 5 kevésbé ismert thriller a Netflixen, amit nem érdemes kihagyni port.hu 2025-03-07 17:30:00 Film Netflix Könnyű elveszni a streamszolgáltató kínálatában, így pár remek rejtett tartalommal próbálunk segíteni az eligazodásban. Tom Sawyer – Családi musicalt mutatnak be a kolozsvári színházban Színház.online 2025-03-07 20:31:14 Színpad Románia Színház Március 7-én a színház nagytermében kerül sor a Mark Twain regénye nyomán készült Tom Sawyer című musical premierjére Puskás Zoltán rendezésében. Az előadás szövegváltozatát és a dalszöveget Lénárd Róbert jegyzi, míg az előadás eredeti zenéjét Erős Ervin és Klemm Dávid szerezte. Puskás Zoltán negyedik alkalommal dolgozik a kolozsvári társulattal, k A további adásainkat keresd a podcast.hirstart.hu oldalunkon.
This week's edition of Copeland's Corner, with distinguished panel of comics Scott Silverman, Yayne Abeba, and Ngaio Bealum join to discuss contemporary political and social issues. The discussion kicks off with reflections on the President's recent State of the Union address, criticisms of former President Trump's exaggerated claims, and humor about misinformation. They touch upon the controversial influence of Trump on current politics, including his relationship with Russia and actions affecting international policy. The conversation shifts to GOP lawmakers facing backlash in their districts, the myth of educated progressives refusing vaccinations based on debunked autism links, and the serious consequences of vaccine misinformation. The panelists delve into the ineffectiveness of Trump's promises, the GOP's avoidance of town halls, and the economic toll of the current administration's policies. They also humorously speculate about the newly public domain IPs like Superman and Bambi, and the absurdity of films like 'Cocaine Bear.' The episode ends on a serious note discussing systemic issues and racism embedded within political actions and society at large.--Connect with our Guests...Yayne Abeba - @YayneAbebaComedy on TikTokNgaio Bealum - @Ngaio420 on InstagramScott Silverman - @ScottsAutoBiography on Instagram --For more from Brian...Visit his website: www.BrianCopeland.comFollow on Social Media: Instagram - @CopelandsCorner & @BrianCopieEmail: BrianCopelandShow@Gmail.com --Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland. This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer. For any show inquiries, please email CopelandsCornerPodcast@gmail.com
In this episode of Copeland's Corner, host Brian Copeland returns after a brief hiatus due to sinus surgery and discusses current national issues with his guests Brian Malow and Blaine Capatch. The conversation covers various topics such as allergies, comedy memories, and a significant discussion on political and social issues, including statements by Illinois Governor JB Pritzker regarding the rise of authoritarianism and a debate on whether Trump's actions can be considered Nazi-like. The panel also talks about the impact of Trump's administration on federal agencies, the mobilization of the left, and the potential consequences of healthcare policy changes. They also hit on the topic of vaccination, especially the controversial stance of some parents not vaccinating their children and whether that constitutes criminal negligence. They wind things down with personal anecdotes and reflections on coping with the current political climate, mentions of upcoming events, and light-hearted topics, such as the future of James Bond films under Amazon's control.--Connect with our Guests...Blaine Capatch: Nerd Poker PodcastBrian Malow: ScienceComedian.com & @ScienceComedian on IG --For more from Brian...Visit his website: www.BrianCopeland.comFollow on Social Media: Instagram - @CopelandsCorner & @BrianCopieEmail: BrianCopelandShow@Gmail.com --Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland. This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer. For any show inquiries, please email CopelandsCornerPodcast@gmail.com
Hello, my freaky darlings! This week Paul, June, and Jason are breaking down the listener picked movie, The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen. The crew discusses if listeners should be allowed to have a say in what they watch, the surprise of Tom Sawyer being an Extraordinary Gentleman, their love of Captain Nemo, and much more! HDTGM Spring Tour 2025 tickets are now on sale for Austin, Denver, Seattle, Boise, San Fran, Portland, & LA at hdtgm.com.Order Paul's book about his childhood: Joyful Recollections of TraumaCheck out new HDTGM movie merch over at teepublic.com/stores/hdtgmJoin the HDTGM conversation on Discord: discord.gg/hdtgmPaul's Discord: discord.gg/paulscheerVisit Paul's YouTube page: youtube.com/paulscheerFollow Paul's movie recs on Letterboxd: letterboxd.com/paulscheer/Friend Zone w/ Paul and Rob Huebel live on Twitch every Thursday 5pmPT / 8pmET: www.twitch.tv/friendzoneLike good movies too? Listen to Unspooled with Paul and Amy Nicholson: https://www.unspooledpodcast.com/Listen to The Deep Dive with Jessica St. Clair and June Diane Raphael: www.thedeepdiveacademy.com/podcastWhere to find Paul, June, & Jason:@PaulScheer on Instagram & Twitter@Junediane on IG and @MsJuneDiane on TwitterJason is not on social media Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using the link: siriusxm.com/hdtgm.
In this episode of Copeland's Corner, Tom Sawyer fills in for Brian Copeland, who is recovering from surgery. Tom is joined by guests Jake Johannsen, Belinda Waymouth, and Carole Davis as they discuss topical political issues, notably the impact of Donald Trump's policies and actions, the socio-political role and behavior of billionaires, and the overall state of American democracy. The conversation touches upon the rise of authoritarianism globally, frustrations with the Democratic Party, and the importance of artists and journalists speaking up. The group also reflects on the state of comedy today, highlighting the differences between thought-provoking comedians like Bill Burr and more populist figures such as Joe Rogan. --Connect with our Guests...Jake Johannsen - JakeThis.com & @JakeThis on InstagramBelinda Waymouth - @BelindaWaymouth on InstagramCarole Davis - CaroleRaphaelleDavis.com & @CaroleRDavis on Instagram --For more from Brian...Visit his website: www.BrianCopeland.comFollow on Social Media: Instagram - @CopelandsCorner & @BrianCopieEmail: BrianCopelandShow@Gmail.com --Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland. This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer. For any show inquiries, please email CopelandsCornerPodcast@gmail.com
With all the recent closures at Walt Disney World, we take a second to discuss which departing attractions we will miss the most. We choose from a curated list of closures from 2024 through 2025 into 2026: Frontierland Shooting Arcade, MuppetVision 3D, It's Tough To Be A Bug, The Boneyard, Dinosaur, and Tom Sawyer's Island. Which closure from recent times will you miss the most? We would love to hear from you. Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion will forever be welcome on this Disney fan podcast. This is show #564.
Visez le kitsch et vous atterirea au milieu des étoiles… C'est ce que nous vous invitons à faire tout en nous écoutant cette semaine dans notre émission ! Nous vous ferons en effet découvrir un combo aux sonorités cosmique et portant le nom d'un fantasque astronome danois : Tycho Brahé, juste avant la sortie de leur album « Aurora Crepusculum » ! Vous saurez tout sur ce duo pop électro-acoustique issu d'une autre galaxie et qui poursuit sa tournée française et européenne en compagnie de l'une des deuix composantes du binôme : Benoit Ric, guitariste solide et improvisateur inspiré, prêt à participer à tous les délires lancés par son camarade Et vous serez incollables dans l'art du maiument des instruments-jouets qui restent leurs joujous préférés… Prêt(e)s à vous prendre au jeu ? Quant-à notre videoKITSCH, elle mêlera Japon et Amérique, avec la cultissime adaptation manga des aventures de Tom Sawyer (accompagné bien sût de Huckleberry Finn), que nous avions pu découvrir pour la première fois dans Récré A2 en… 1982 ! Accompagnée par une jeune surdouée d'à peine 13 ans : Elfie Astier, issue de la troupe de Chantal Goya et désormais patissière… en Amérique ! Vos madeleines de Proust préférées, retrouvez-les toute cette semaine dans Kitsch et Net !
In this episode of the Just Schools Podcast, Jon Eckert interviews James Blomfield from the International Forums of Inclusion Practitioners (IFIP). They discuss his work in inclusive education, the importance of Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and the global challenges and opportunities in creating truly inclusive schools. Blomfield shares insights from his visits to Texas schools, highlighting student engagement in career and technical education programs. The conversation also explores the role of artificial intelligence in education, the shift from inclusion to belonging, and the power of networks like IFIP in connecting educators worldwide. The Just Schools Podcast is brought to you by the Baylor Center for School Leadership. Be encouraged. Mentioned: The Curriculum: Gallimaufry to Coherence by Mary Myatt How Change Happens by Duncan Green The Name of the Rose by Umberto Eco Connect with us: Baylor MA in School Leadership EdD in K-12 Educational Leadership Jon Eckert LinkedIn X: @eckertjon Center for School Leadership at Baylor University: @baylorcsl Jon Eckert: All right, so we are blessed to have James in our podcast studio. He flew all the way from the United Kingdom to Waco, Texas, to be on this podcast. So James, tell us a little bit about what you've been doing here in central Texas these last couple of days. James: Yeah, I've been spoiled. I've just had the best cheese and ham roll, ever. I can tell you a lot about Texan food now. And brisket. But the quality of the experiences, the visiting the schools, meeting you at Baylor has been a terrific privilege. I'm very grateful. Yeah, today, this morning, in fact, we visited three schools in Waco Independent School District. We were shown around by the loveliest people, Adam, Caroline, and Christie. I think Adam and Caroline are on from your doctoral program. Jon Eckert: Yes. James: But they're like institutional coaches. I gather. We would call them improvement offices where I come from, but they had such a light touch. They knew everyone. They were so friendly with people, and I gather that they are also about compliance, but with the coaching aspects. So they were great. And the three schools we went to, we were Midway yesterday, which was amazing. And then this morning, Bells Hill Elementary, Cesar Chavez, and then GWAMA, Greater Waco Advanced Manufacturing Academy earlier. And yeah, what impressed me was speaking honestly as an English person, it is shocking to see police in a school. Very quickly, I was unaware of them. But we have our own issues in the UK with knives and all sorts. But the staff were, despite that, throughout just so calm, friendly, loving, and attentive to the students. Asking them, talking to them in front of us. And some wonderful experienced people, trauma informed. There was someone who was training to be a social worker this morning who just came out of her office and gave us a short speech without any preparation, speaking from the heart, talking about what she was doing, how much the children matter. If you've got people like that, then you are going to be doing the right stuff. So yeah, I was impressed. But also from the type of education, obviously Texas is massive. The school footprint, I've never been into such big schools, even the elementary and yesterday with Midway, that was the biggest school I've ever been in. It took us a long time to walk around. And all of the stuff, like this morning at GWAMA, we saw robotics, drones, they have the construction academy, welding, forklift truck driving. Yesterday we saw them building an airplane. When I was doing metalwork at school, it was for like a baked potato holder. They were building an airplane. And I would love that as a student. I would be inspired by that even if I was building a small part of the airplane. Rebuilding tractors yesterday. So that's practical. That's 21st century teaching, but visible, practical, hands-on. Jon Eckert: And then the engagement that you see that's possible there through starting a cafe restaurant through the airplanes. Just to be clear to the audience, the students are not doing this on their own. It's a two-seat airplane that would be like a Cessna, and they have engineers coming in to help build. I still am not going to be the first person that volunteers to fly in that, but it was impressive to see. And I do feel like in central Texas, there are a number of schools doing a lot to try to meet the needs of the community by educating kids in ways that engage them, use the skills that they've been given, help them become more of who they're created to be in a way that benefits the community. And even the principal yesterday, Allison Smith, was sharing about the new factory that's coming in that's got a gigantic footprint, and it's going to be a huge benefit to the tax base. Before they came, they met with the high school to see if there were ways that they could integrate some of the needs they have with what the high school's developing in their students. Because at Midway, about half the students go on to a post-secondary education. And so there have to be opportunities for kids to step into things that allow them to be gainfully employed and meaningfully use the skills that they have. And many of the kids were doing things that I couldn't even fathom doing. And they're just leaning into it and gaining expertise, which is for 16, 17, 18 year olds is truly remarkable. James: Isn't that also a bit like a UDL mindset? If the manufacturer comes in and has that intelligence to ask about what would you need? What would be helpful? And then you're designing the education from the ground up. Jon Eckert: That's it. And I'm glad you brought up Universal Design for Learning, because that's something that we haven't really gotten into. Why you're here and what you do in the United Kingdom, because we actually, Eric Ellison, met you a while ago. But you were the reason why we were at a UNESCO conference in Paris where we got to work with educators from six continents that were all interested in UDL and what it means to educate each kid around the world. And there's 250 million kids that don't have access to a school. And then we're in these amazing schools where the biggest schools you've been in that are offering all these different opportunities. And so we're getting to see it, but what does it really look like from your perspective, from your organization as it relates to UDL? James: Yeah. So interesting, I am a teacher, head teacher, classroom teacher from some 25 years. And for me, it's all about practical teaching and talking to parents, making things work. But at a very practical level. And one thing that drew me to my organization, which is the IFIP, International Forums of Inclusion Practitioners, was that when I met Daniel, who's a fabulous person to work for, it's much more practitioner based. It's all about pedagogies. I felt at home straight away. But also, how do we train teachers? How do we bring them on into inclusive practice? And the IFIP is all about the voice of teachers. Daniel would say inclusionistas, all manner and range of people, teachers, specialists, therapists, but parents as well, who are committed to a more equitable and enriching education. So the majority of what we do is training. We have things like our GITI program, which is a global inclusive teaching initiative. But we do events. And that's something that Daniel, one of his strengths, he speaks all over the world. He's written many books. We were so, so grateful to have the event at UNESCO in Paris. So we were co-hosting. Daniel had been talking about that for two years beforehand. And we didn't believe him. He made it a reality. He dreamt about it, and it happened. And the same more recently in Brazil. We went to the G-20 ministerial meeting. He was talking about that. So he sees things and it falls to me to follow behind him and try and make some of the practicalities work. But yeah, the inclusion piece covers so many flavors. And I think what you mentioned just now, we talk about inclusion. Well, if the 250 million aren't in school, well, that's a level of inclusion that puts lots of other schools into a completely different context. Where does the inclusion start? And even in some of the schools I visited, I've been very lucky to visit schools around the world who would say they're inclusive and they may have a sensory room, or they may have, but they aren't necessarily inclusive. But for me, one of my favorite schools I've visited was in Rome, [foreign language 00:08:28], Our Lady of Good Counsel. It was run by Silesia nuns. And they said in the words of their founder, Don Bosco, "Young people need not only to be loved, but they need to know that they're loved." And it's very reassuring as a practitioner, a teacher, former head teacher, to come here to Texas and you see that. You see that palpably going on. And I feel at home. The elementary school this morning, because I was a primary school teacher, it was just like, I know this. I understand this. I could probably take a lesson. But they had some great ideas. And teachers, I'm a teacher, you love stealing good ideas. Jon Eckert: Well, and I think this is the beautiful thing about the jobs that we get to do. We get to see all the amazing things that are happening in schools. So much of what's in the news and what gets publicized are the things that aren't working. And the tragedy that there are 250 million kids who don't have access to schools, that is tragic. But in schools, there are amazing things happening all over the world. And getting to see them is this encouraging, oh, it gives you hope. And I wish more people could see that. I do think there are challenges though, because when we think about inclusion, we've moved as a country toward inclusive education, the least restrictive environment for students, and bringing students into a place where they can flourish. But we really, as Erik Carter, who runs our Baylor Center for Developmental Disability, you met with him yesterday. He talks about moving from inclusion to belonging. And I think we even need to think about belonging to mattering. So you keep hearing more and more about what does it means to matter and seeing your gifts being used with others. And that's what we saw yesterday. It wasn't individual students. It was teams of students doing this and each member of the team had a different role, whether it was robotics or it was the plane or the cafe. And the educators needed to step in. So the principal was talking about, I need an educator who's willing to step up and do this so that this can happen. And that's the thing that I think people that haven't been in schools for a while don't see what it means to really help kids belong. They have a sense of what inclusion was, maybe when they were in school, where there was a class down the way that was a Sensory room, which is a nice room for just, here's where we're going to put a kid who's out of control that we can't manage in so many places. It's like, no, there's so many schools that are doing so much more than that. So what are some other hopeful things you've seen through IFIP? James: Well, I think, yeah, you see a lot and on social media, and you must have found this, there's so much many aphorisms about inclusion and metaphors about what inclusion is. It's a mosaic. It's a banquet with many tastes. It's symphony orchestra with many sounds. Inclusion is a garden. That's quite a good one actually, the metaphor. And that's something that Sir Ken Robinson from the UK has talked a lot about. And there's lots of analogies with growing and flourishing, which that's a word you've taught me in my visit here. But I do feel sometimes that it is all good to talk about that. I don't disagree. But there's some recently inclusion makes every day feel special. Yeah, it does. Inclusion is the antidote to the division in the world. It is. But will that help the early career teacher struggle with their class? Will that give them the practical steps that they need? So I think all of those things are true, and we must love the students. But I would say that's just comes a standard with being a decent human being. I would expect that from you, from anyone. You treat people with a respect. But for me, I feel more inclined to say, what are the practical professional steps? What's the pedagogy? What are the teaching principles that will help me to, as we were saying yesterday, maybe to hesitate before ask another question in class and listen. And listen. That's inclusion, isn't it? Wait for someone to answer and maybe then not say anything. It's actually stepping back. So for me, I'm very impressed by... I mean, I was brought up on quality first teaching, we would call it in the UK, which is about high quality, inclusive teaching for every child. So you mustn't differentiate in a way that you've got the low table. No one wants to be on the low table. You want to have high challenge on every table. And we used to say, you want your best teacher on the lowest table. It's not like you just put a teaching assistant or some volunteer on the lowest table. It's got to be focus lesson design, involvement, interaction, metacognition. So responsibility for your own teaching, for your own learning. Sorry. And I love the dialogic approach. Someone said yesterday, Socratic circle that I've picked up. But it's like you would encourage a child to talk about what they understand because very quickly then you assess what they actually know. Sometimes you'd be surprised by what they know. But for the same reason, UDL appeals to me, to my sensibility, because it offers very practical steps. And crucially at the design stage, it's not like I'm going to apply this assistive technology to a lesson I created a year ago and will do the best we can, and that child will now be able to do more than they could. But if I design the lesson, and one of our colleagues, Helena Wallberg from Sweden, who was a co-author on the Global Inclusive Teaching Initiative, she talks about lesson design. It's a far sexier way than lesson planning. So teachers are professionals, they're artists. They need to use their profession. Jon Eckert: So when you start thinking about design, I use Paideia seminars because Socratic seminars are great, but Socrates taught one-on-one. We don't usually get the luxury of doing that. So how do you bring in the gifts of each student, not so that you're doing something kind or helpful for that individual, but so that the whole group benefits from the collective wisdom in the classroom? And so the inclusive education is not to benefit one single individual, it's to benefit all of us because of what you draw out. And that's where design, I think, is more helpful than planning. And so when we think about this in this state that we're in right now, we've never been in a better time to educate. We have more tools than we've ever had. We know more about how people learn than we have in the history of the world. James: Yeah. Jon Eckert: And yet sometimes that can make things feel overwhelming. So that beginning teacher that you mentioned. The only thing that beginning teacher knows is no one in the room learns exactly the way she does. That's all you know. And so then how do you use tools... And we've talked a little bit about this artificial intelligence. Amazing tool for adapting reading levels, for adapting basic feedback, for giving an educator a helpful boost on lesson design because it can synthesize from large language models. It can do work that would've taken us hours in five seconds. But it can't replace the human being. And so how do you see tools like artificial intelligence feeding into UDL so that it becomes more human, not less? James: So where I am, there's a shortage of specialist teachers, for example, and therapists. And Daniel's been doing a lot of work in India and parts of Asia where there isn't the expertise. So I think maybe AI can help in those places. But even he would say that will not replace a specialist. You can never replace a specialist who has the intuitive and curiosity to see what an AI system can't. But it may empower parents who have no kind of training as a teacher might have for neurodiverse situations of how do I deal with my child when they're like this? And similar for teachers and who are looking for... They've tried everything. What do I try now? So we've been working on one on an AI system that's based on all of the research that Daniel's done. It's not released yet. We've got a working title of 360 Assessment, which doesn't really mean anything, but it was meant to be assessing the whole child. And he's, through his work in many schools over many years, many thousands of hours, he's put all of this stuff into the data for the AI system coupled with his books. So when you ask a question, it will do a quick spin round and come back with some suggestions. And it's quite fun to use, I think, as a tool to empower parents to signpost them. And for teachers, it's a useful tool. I don't think it's the panacea, but I think you have to use these technologies sensibly. But my daughter, who's a nursery nurse, and she tried to break it by saying, oh... We tried it, the computer. My child is two years old, but can't pronounce S. should I be worried? And it came back with the correct answer, said no, there's nothing to worry about. Up to four years old, some children won't be able to pronounce the sound S properly. And then it gave her the advice that she would give, because a manager of a nursery nurse, the advice you'd give to her staff. Now all of her team have just started that. None of them have any experience. So that, I could see, could be useful for training numbers, the ratio of good advice to people. That's the way I see it working in the short term. Jon Eckert: No, and I think that's great because it enhances the human's ability to meet the need of the human right in front of them. Because I will always believe that teaching is one of the most human things that we do. James: It is. Jon Eckert: And so any way that we can enhance that with any tool, whether it's a pencil or an artificial intelligence tool that allows you to give feedback and synthesize things and help with design. I also believe we just need to give credit where credit's due. I don't love it when we don't give credit for tools that we use. So if you're using UDL, they're a great people cast. We're about to have a call with them later today. They do great work. And so the same thing. If you have a digital tool, share that so that we know here's what we did and here's how we can spread that collective expertise to others. And so what role does IFIP play in bringing networks of people together to do that? Because in your convenings, that's one of the main things you do. So can you talk a little bit about that? James: Yeah. Well, in the title if you like, in our forums, one of the things that Daniel is very keen on is sustainable growth. So we want to introduce people to each other. And it's surprising with head teachers and principals who struggle. I've just come back from Brazil from a UNESCO GEM, which is a global education meeting, where the focus was on the quality of the leadership. And we need to give, empower our leaders. They're often working on their own. One of the roles of the IFIP is to join them together. So we're launching in January at the BET Show, which is the biggest technology show in the world, apparently, in London Excel Center, our Global School Principals Forum. So we have a forum for them. We have a forum for specialists, forum for pastoral leads. And we've also got regional forums of South America, North America, Asia, just to try to bring people together. Because when you share the experience, and I've been really grateful this morning for the opportunity to walk through and see some American schools that you share the ideas, you see the similarities. That's the power and that's so important. Jon Eckert: No, and that's been our experience. Whether we're just in the states or internationally, there's so much good work going on. We just need to have ways of connecting human beings who are doing it, so it doesn't feel like it's another thing to do, but it's a better way to do what we're already doing. And so I feel like that's what UDL does. I feel like that's what IFIP is about. And that the most meaningful part of our time in Paris at UNESCO was not in the panels, it was in the conversations that happened over lunch, in the hallways. The panel may have sparked a conversation, but it's hey, what are you doing here? And what are you doing there? And I walked away with multiple connections of people that we'll continue to talk to because, again, there's so much good work going on. Yeah, go ahead. James: My memory of the... Because it was a very stale affair, wasn't it? And the bureaucratic approach, UNESCO, because you feel like you're a United Nations and lots of people talking were sat down for hours and hours, was when you lifted your hand and actually ask a few questions. That's inclusion, isn't it? Eric was saying that people who were leaving the room walked back in to listen because that was interesting and someone was asking them how they feel and bringing it back into reality. That's so important. But I also think inclusion, there is an interesting power dynamic with inclusion. A guy called Michael Young who's a professor of education at UCL, talks about the right for all children and young people to be taught powerful knowledge. What knowledge are we giving them? How are we empowering them? So I think inclusion is all about discovering your power within, if you like. That's so important so that they begin to see. And some of the teachers are saying this morning, kids know what they see, what they've experienced. And if you introduce new ways of dealing with anger or with pain, they don't have to fight. They don't have to resort to what they've necessarily seen. Then give them new strategies. That's empowering those children. Jon Eckert: Well, and Adam and Caroline who were taking you around, they're behavioral interventionists. And they are always busy because there are kids that are struggling with how to manage the feelings that they have. And if they don't have people giving them those strategies, how do they grow? And again, that's very human teaching, and Adam and Caroline are great models of that. James: They were wonderful. So good, and it was the light touch that impressed me. Because I've worked with, as I say, school improvement offices. And the trick is not to push people down. It's to make them think twice about what they've done or how they could ask a question better. And their observations of the displays on the walls and just the language teachers and teaching assistants use has a profound effect. I do believe that inclusion is about the students look at the way their teachers behave. It's nothing to do with this pedagogy or the post. It's about how did they respond to me? How did they respond to the other person in the class? What's important to them? How do they talk? That's the inclusion that you teach. Empowering them to make the similar choices when they're older. Jon Eckert: That's well said. So our lightning round, I usually ask four or five questions that have relatively short answers. So first one, what's the worst advice you've ever received as an educator? James: Oh, as an educator? Worst advice. Jon Eckert: Oh, it could be as a human being if you want. James: Well, when I was young, my dad had many qualities and taught me many good things. But one of the worst things he said to me was, "Don't use your money, use theirs." So he would borrow money. And that got me off to a terrible start in life. And I learned through my own experience that it was better to use... Well, I was always using my own money. Jon Eckert: Yes. Yes, okay. James: But I could use it better. But bless him because he's no longer with us. But that was one piece. Jon Eckert: No, that's a tough start. James: Yeah. Jon Eckert: Thank you for that. What's the best advice you've received? James: The best advice, I think, was to go back to university. Jon Eckert: Okay. James: I dropped out of school to get engaged, because that's what you do when you're 19. And I was going to get married, but it didn't happen. And then I went to do a summer job, which lasted for 10 years. Jon Eckert: That's a long summer. James: But my blessed teacher, Michael Brampton, who gave me a love for painting, history of art, he kept on pestering me go back to university. I went back as a mature student and loved it. I think people should start degrees when they're near in the thirties because you appreciate it so much more. Jon Eckert: Yes. James: So that advice he gave me led to such a change in my life. Jon Eckert: Yes. Well, and then you went on to get a degree in art history, philosophy, then a master's in computer science. So you went all in. James: Yes. And that took me into education. And the time I went in, there weren't many teachers that were doing anything with computers. Jon Eckert: So as you get to see all this around the world, what's the biggest challenge that you see schools facing that you work with? James: I think it's manpower. Jon Eckert: Okay. James: I think there's a real manpower issue and belief that school can make a difference. I think one of the things that we believe in IFIP is that positive change is possible. And sometimes it's shocking going to schools. And if you do make people see that the positive change is possible, it transforms them. So advocacy, shared vision. And one of your colleagues was saying this morning, just changing the mantra can make a profound difference. Jon Eckert: Yeah. So what makes you the most optimistic as you get to see all the schools all around the world? James: Yeah. Well, I've just come back from Stockholm in Sweden, and I was really, really impressed by the school there. It was one of the best schools in Stockholm. It was a school that had in their entrance hall, you'd expect it to be very austere and you don't want to see any bad stuff in your entrance hall. But they had a table tennis table set up and they had a piece of found art or hanging above. And it was the whole sense of the school's about children started there, about young people. But in Sweden, it's all about sustainability. Everyone is expected to clear up after themselves, be mindful of other people, respectful. Even in the hotel where I stayed, I had to sort my rubbish in my room. It's that approach that starts from not just in school, across the board. Jon Eckert: Yeah. James: So that impressed me. Jon Eckert: Yeah, that's a beautiful example. One of my favorite schools outside of Nashville, Tennessee, they don't have custodians that clean up the building. They have 20 minutes at the end of the day where the students do all of the cleaning, including the bathrooms. Which you start to take care of stuff better when you're the one who has to clean it up. And the peer pressure to take care of it shifts a little bit. So it's a great word. All right, one other thing. Oh, best book that you've read last. James: Can I give you two books? Jon Eckert: Absolutely. James: I mean, I've got into fiction in a big way recently. So I use Audible, the app. Jon Eckert: Oh, yes. James: And I've been working through all kinds of classics that I never read properly. Just reread The Hobbit and Tom Sawyer. But I've gone through... The Name of the Rose stuck with me recently. I so enjoyed reading it. And I've just got into Robert Harris. He's written Conclave, which has just come out as a feature film. And a series of books called Imperium about Cicero and Oratory and how the Roman Empire was lost. But they aren't the books. Jon Eckert: I love that. Go ahead. James: But the two books, one is by an English specialist called Mary Myatt. And one of the really practical books that she wrote was The Curriculum: Gallimaufry to coherence. Gallimaufry is a word, I'm not sure if it's Gaelic, but it means a mess. So going from a mess to coherence. And that book is all about how it's important that children struggle. That learning only happens. We try to protect kids all the time that way. No, they should struggle. You imagine if everything's easy. And then she says this, if everything's easy, it's hard to learn. There's nothing to hold onto. There's no scratch marks. You need some of that. So Mary Myatt, that's a brilliant book. The other book is by Duncan Green called How Change Happens. And that's all about this idea of power. And he talks about power within, that's your self-confidence power with when you've got solidarity with people. Power to change things and then power over people. But it strikes me that as he shows in his book, where you've got instances where you've got the 'I Can' campaign in South Asia, all about women who were being violently treated by men, reclaiming their self-worth. It's like invisible power. Where does it come from? The change. You can't see any difference, but inside they've changed dramatically to stand up collectively against something. And that's what we need to do with students. Build that self-power inside. Jon Eckert: Great recommendations. And we talk a lot about struggling well and where that fuel comes from. And so, love that book by Mary Myatt. I'll have to get the spelling of that from you when we get off. My also favorite thing about that is I asked for one book recommendation and I wrote down at least seven. So, well done James. All right, well hey. We really appreciate you coming over. We look forward to potentially doing a convening where we get to bring great people together who want to work on serving each kid well in this way that benefits all of us. So hopefully that will happen sometime in the coming year. But really grateful for your partnership and a chance to go visit schools and have you on the podcast. James: Thank you so much. I really appreciate it. Thank you.
Story: hall of mirrors Author: seek_its_opposite Rating: GA Site link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/23996548 Read by: kristinsauter Summary: “Come on, Scully. Who doesn't want to be Tom Sawyer at his own funeral?” (early season 4) Used by the author's permission. The characters in these works are not the property of the Audio Fanfic Podcast or the author and are not being posted for profit.
This week's edition of Copeland's Corner, Tom Sawyer fills in for Brian and hosts a lively discussion that touches on a variety of topics. Headliners on the Headliners includes guests Tony Camin, Karen Anderson, and Steve Carey. They begin with a discussion on the current political climate, including RFK Jr.'s potential confirmation, Ebola outbreak in Uganda, and various conspiracy theories concerning terrorism, martial law, and the Trump administration's controversial decisions. The conversation also delves into the impact of conservative policies, voter suppression, and the loss of empathy in politics. The discussion later shifts to movies and TV shows, highlighting recent horrors and thrillers, the new series Shogun, and upcoming projects on their radar. They also offer reviews on good and bad films over the past year.--Connect with our Guests... Karen Anderson - Dining with Doug & Karen PodcastTony Camin - Website: TonyCamin.com and on Instagram @Tony.Camin --For more from Brian...Visit his website: www.BrianCopeland.comFollow on Social Media: Instagram - @CopelandsCorner & @BrianCopieEmail: BrianCopelandShow@Gmail.com --Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland. This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer. For any show inquiries, please email CopelandsCornerPodcast@gmail.com
This week, Brian celebrates the 200th episode of Copeland's Corner, reflecting on the podcast's journey since its inception just before the pandemic shutdown. He discusses the adaptation to Zoom for the podcast and mentions the participation of over a hundred comedians. In this special episode featuring Eddie Brill, Mike Larsen, and Tom Sawyer, they cover various topics, including President Trump's controversial policies and their impacts, criticisms of political figures, and the state of comedy and free speech in today's political climate. The conversation also touches on personal experiences during 2020, motivations behind political behavior, the authenticity of public figures, and trends like population shifts in states with restrictive laws. In a new feature, the gang ponder the lessons learned over the course of the discussion and the evolution of their personal and professional lives.--Connect with our Guests...Eddie Brill - EddieBrill.comMike Larsen - @WriteMikeLarsen on InstagramTom Sawyer - TomSawyerVoices.com --For more from Brian...Visit his website: www.BrianCopeland.comFollow on Social Media: Instagram - @CopelandsCorner & @BrianCopieEmail: BrianCopelandShow@Gmail.com --Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland. This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer. For any show inquiries, please email CopelandsCornerPodcast@gmail.com
Hello friends! Austin based vibraphonist Carolyn Trowbridge is my guest for episode 1464! Carolyn is nominated for "Best Miscellaneous Instrument" in the 2025 Austin Music Awards and you might know her from her work with Black Pumas, Graham Reynolds, Adrian Quesada's Boleros Psicodelicos, Alex Coke Star Parks and many, many more. She's releasing her debut solo album, "Found Memories" later this year. Go to carolyntrowbridge.com for music, videos, show dates, and more. We have a great conversation about her journey in music working in jazz, rock, pop, latin music, and so many more, playing with K.P. and the Boom Boom, covering "Tom Sawyer" with Dream Theater's Mike Portnoy, finally making her first solo album, motherhood, Simon Says (Paul Simon tribute band), jazz, and much more. I had a great time getting to know Carolyn. I'm sure you will too. Let's get down! Give to The American Red Cross to help with Southern California Wildfires HERE Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or anywhere you pod. If you feel so inclined. Venmo: venmo.com/John-Goudie-1 Paypal: paypal.me/johnnygoudie
This week's edition of Copeland's Corner...Brian Copeland welcomes guests David Spark, Conor Kellicutt, and Dan St. Paul as they discuss a range of topics including Trump's executive orders, the challenges of contemporary media consumption, and personal anecdotes on political and social issues. They chat about the implications of Trump's actions on various societal facets like education, immigration, and infrastructure, and reflects on how past and current events impact everyone's lives. They lighten things up with a humorous and insightful discussion on a variety of social phenomena, including celibacy, the value of live performances, and the potential relocation of Americans due to political circumstances.--Connect with our Guests...David Spark - CisoSeries.comConor Kellicutt - @ConorKellicutt on InstagramDan St. Paul - DanStPaulComedy.com and @DanStPaul on Instagram --For more from Brian...Visit his website: www.BrianCopeland.comFollow on Social Media: Instagram - @CopelandsCorner & @BrianCopieEmail: BrianCopelandShow@Gmail.com --Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland. This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer. For any show inquiries, please email CopelandsCornerPodcast@gmail.com
Also: is there such a thing as too much science?Plus, our special guest, Luis von Ahn, an inventor of CAPTCHA and a pioneer of free online language learning. This episode originally aired on June 14, 2020.
Producer/Writer/Director/Composer Jeffrey Sherman eagerly went into the family business, following his grandfather, Tin Pan Alley Songwriter Al Sherman and his Dad, Robert B. Sherman of the legendary Disney Songwriters, The Sherman Brothers. Jeff and his cousin Greg Sherman's film, The Boys, chronicles their fathers' Disney journey from Annette Funicello's hit single, Tall Paul, through The Disney Songbook of Mary Poppins, The Jungle Book, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and legendary Disneyland Park rides including It's A Small World (After All!)Jeff joins us along with HIS next-gen musical son Alex, who offers up one of his beautiful songs. Jeff talks about his remarkable childhood which found him on sets with his Dad, at scoring sessions for Tom Sawyer and touring Disney Studios with Walt Disney! Jeff also describes the fraught relationship between his Dad and Uncle which somehow forged treasured tunes that have brightened the world.In celebration of its 60th anniversary, ABC and 20/20 recently aired 'The Untold Story of Mary Poppins, co-produced by Jeff and his cousin Greg. For this production, The ABC News archive doors swung wide open and the cousins discovered early drawings, backstage footage, archival interviews and the audio tape recordings of the Sherman Brothers attempting to win the hardened heart of the famously crusty Mary Poppins Author, P.L. Travers.The special also details how the Sherman Brothers both spotted Julie Andrews performing a scene from My Fair Lady on The Ed Sullivan. Each sensed that she would be a perfect Poppins but knew that the pick needed to be Walt's idea and so Broadway tickets were arranged and on cue, he walked backstage and offered Julie Andrews the part.The special also includes interviews with Julie Andrews, Dick Van Dyke and today's legends who have been moved and inspired by The Sherman Brothers including Lin-Manuel Miranda, Tom Hanks and Emily Blunt.Jeff shares that through the noise of his father and uncle's contentious relationship, they both loved him and were generous with lessons and opportunities to visit sets, sit in on recording sessions and ask questions of greats like John Williams and Irwin Kostal. Jeff received piano lessons from his Tin Pan Alley Tunesmith grandfather, Al Sherman and Jeff's polio vaccine inspired the beloved classic, A Spoonful of Sugar.All that plus Alex Sherman remembers his grandfather and performs an original tune!Path Points of Interest:Jeff on Facebook Jeff on YouTubeJeff on IMDBThe Untold Story of Mary PoppinsThe Boys: The Sherman Brothers' StoryEntrance by Jeffrey ShermanAlex ShermanRobert B. ShermanRichard M. ShermanBased on a True Story - PeacockSaturday Night Movie
In this week's edition Copeland's Corner, Brian welcomes Greg Proops, Ngaio Bealum & Yayne Abeba, as they delve into a range of topics including the influence of social media on careers, the pervasive nature of misinformation online, celebrity crushes, and their views on ongoing social and political issues, along with plans for their comedy shows. They touch also on the resilience of marginalized communities, the hypocrisy in politics, and personal anecdotes mixed with humor. --Connect with our Guests...Yayne Abeba - @YayneAbebaComedy on TikTokGreg Proops - @ProopDog on InstagramNgaio Bealum - @Ngaio420 on Instagram --For more from Brian...Visit his website: www.BrianCopeland.comFollow on Social Media: Instagram - @CopelandsCorner & @BrianCopieEmail: BrianCopelandShow@Gmail.com --Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland. This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer. For any show inquiries, please email CopelandsCornerPodcast@gmail.com
Tonight, we'll read an excerpt from “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer” written by Mark Twain in 1876. Snoozecast first read this back in January of 2022. It is a story about a boy growing up along the Mississippi River, often with his friend Huckleberry Finn. Originally a commercial failure, the book ended up being the best-selling of any of Twain's works during his lifetime, and is considered to be a masterpiece of American literature. It was also one of the first novels to be written on a typewriter. Mark Twain, whose real name was Samuel Langhorne Clemens, drew heavily from his own childhood experiences in Hannibal, Missouri, when crafting The Adventures of Tom Sawyer. The fictional town of St. Petersburg is modeled after Hannibal, reflecting the vibrant and sometimes dangerous life along the Mississippi River during the mid-19th century. Many of the characters in the novel were inspired by real people Twain knew in his youth, with Tom Sawyer himself being a composite of Twain and two of his childhood friends. This connection to real-life adventures and mischief gives the novel its authentic charm and timeless appeal. The book not only captures the spirit of boyhood and adventure but also subtly critiques aspects of society, such as authority, social class, and superstition. Twain weaves humor and satire into the narrative, offering readers insight into the social norms and expectations of small-town America during that era. The Adventures of Tom Sawyer has inspired numerous adaptations across film, theater, and television, and its themes of freedom, rebellion, and the joys of youth continue to resonate with audiences around the world. — read by 'N' — Sign up for Snoozecast+ to get expanded, ad-free access by going to snoozecast.com/plus! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week's edition of Copeland's Corner, Brian and his guests, Tom Sawyer, Carlos Alazraqui, and Johnny Steele, engage in a lively discussion covering a broad spectrum of topics. They reflect on the challenges and changes since the COVID-19 pandemic began, the impact of media and tech giants like Zuckerberg, Elon Musk, and Jeff Bezos aligning with Trump, and the implications for misinformation and propaganda. The conversation covers political issues such as the upcoming administration, American imperialism, and the polarization within the media. They debate the effects of recent elections, the legacy of former presidents like Jimmy Carter, and the potential consequences of Trump's reelection. The guests also discuss challenges in teaching empathy and kindness to children in a divisive political climate. They also pay tribute to the late comedian Jim Short.--Connect with our Guests...Carlos Alazraqui - CarlosAlazraqui.comJohnny Steele - JohnnySteele.comTom Sawyer - TomSawyerVoices.com --For more from Brian...Visit his website: www.BrianCopeland.comFollow on Social Media: Instagram - @CopelandsCorner & @BrianCopieEmail: BrianCopelandShow@Gmail.com --Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland. This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer. For any show inquiries, please email CopelandsCornerPodcast@gmail.com
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In this episode, author Daniel Bukszpan returns to discuss his excellent new book Rush At 50
On this week's edition of Copeland's Corner, Brian welcomes 'old' friends to podcast, comedians and fellow podcasters Blaine Capatch, Matt Weinhold, and Karen Anderson. Topics include how progressives should prepare for the Trump administration, the dangers of anti-vaxxers, and humorous celebrity encounters. The discussion shifts to personal stories, vaccination viewpoints, and living through the Trump era, mental health, the importance of voting, and recent mass shootings. They wrap things up with some light-hearted talk on childhood mischief, surviving risky behavior in youth, and a radio bit gone wrong.--Connect with our Guests...Matt Weinhold - MattWeinhold.com - Monster Party Podcast Karen Anderson - Dining with Doug & Karen PodcastBlain Capatch - Nerd Poker Podcast --For more from Brian...Visit his website: www.BrianCopeland.comFollow on Social Media: Instagram - @CopelandsCorner & @BrianCopieEmail: BrianCopelandShow@Gmail.com --Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland. This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer. For any show inquiries, please email CopelandsCornerPodcast@gmail.com
Welcome to an exciting episode of 'Drones, Code, and People,' live from The Hive in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Join us as we explore the forefront of drone technology with insights from Johnny Ryan of The Hive and Tom Sawyer from Grand Sky. Discover the collaborative efforts and innovations occurring in this unique tech ecosystem, where UAS tech accelerators and drone-related companies are leading the charge for advancing U.S. Technologies. Be captivated by the fascinating stories of how downtown Grand Forks is becoming a hub for drone companies, hosting tenants from across the country, while serving as a local headquarters. We delve into the journey of Tom Sawyer, from his roots near Philadelphia and Texas to his significant role in the growth and development of Grand Sky and its collaborative initiatives. Learn about Grand Sky's vision, their substantial investment in real estate and infrastructure at the Air Force Base, and the exciting projects underway. Also, hear about the challenges and triumphs of working closely with the military, the significance of American-made drones, and the ripple effects on local and national economies. This episode will open your eyes to how Grand Forks is earning a significant spot on the global aviation map, transforming into a key player in aerospace innovation. Dare to dream about the future of drone technology right here in North Dakota!
In this episode of Copeland's Corner, Brian has intense debates on various topics with guests Ngaio Bealum, Brent Weinbach & Steve Mazan. They cover subjects such as the responsibilities of pharmaceutical companies, controversial historical acts, and the complexities of modern capitalism. The show also delves into the issues of the American healthcare system, the influence of big corporations, and the ongoing debates surrounding the Supreme Court and gun regulations. They also hit on the lighter side of life talking Christmas movies and personal anecdotes.--Connect with our Guests...Follow Ngaio Bealum on Instagram: @Ngaio420Steve Mazan's Website: SteveMazan.comBrent Weinbach's Website: BrentWeinbach.com --For more from Brian...Visit his website: www.BrianCopeland.comFollow on Social Media: Instagram - @CopelandsCorner & @BrianCopieEmail: BrianCopelandShow@Gmail.com --Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland. This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer. For any show inquiries, please email CopelandsCornerPodcast@gmail.com
The Two Most Important Days In Your Life… We have at least one thing going for us: we know the first of these two days —our birthday.The two most important days in your life are the day you are born and the day you find out why. - Mark Twain Mark Twain was an American humorist, novelist, and travel writer. Today he is best remembered as the author of The Adventures of Tom Sawyer (1876) and Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (1885). Twain is widely considered one of the greatest American writers of all time. Mark Twain is credited with saying, “The two most important days in your life are the day you are born and the day you find out why.” And I might add a third: the day you throw off any distraction and decide to pursue your purpose fully.” The purpose of life is not to be happy. It is to be useful, to be honorable, to be compassionate, to have it make some difference that you have lived and lived well
In this holiday-themed episode of 'Copeland's Corner,' guest host Tom Sawyer fills in for Brian Copeland, who is out prepping for Thanksgiving. Tom is joined by comedians Laura House, Robert Mac, and Scott Silverman for a lively discussion as they share their unique Thanksgiving plans and personal traditions and feelings about the holiday. The gang also engage in a humorous and insightful conversation about various topics, including the impact of social media, the state of politics, the importance of communication, the challenges of modern car ownership, and the influence of public figures. --Connect with our Guests...Scott Silverman - @ScottsAutoBiography on Instagram and YouTubeLaura Houe - LauraHouse.com and @ImLauraHouse on InstagramRobert Mac - RobertMac.com and @RobertMac_Comedy on Instagram --For more from Brian...Visit his website: www.BrianCopeland.comFollow on Social Media: Instagram - @CopelandsCorner & @BrianCopieEmail: BrianCopelandShow@Gmail.com --Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland. This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer. For any show inquiries, please email CopelandsCornerPodcast@gmail.com
Support Our Cause at https://libri-vox.org/donate The book is noted for its colorful description of people and places along the Mississippi River, and its sober and often scathing look at entrenched attitudes, particularly racism. The drifting journey of Huck and his friend Jim, a runaway slave, down the Mississippi River on their raft may be one of the most enduring images of escape and freedom in all of American literature.The book has been popular with young readers since its publication, and taken as a sequel to the comparatively innocuous The Adventures of Tom Sawyer. It has also been the continued object of study by serious literary critics. Although the Southern society it satirized was already a quarter-century in the past by the time of publication, the book immediately became controversial, and has remained so to this day.
This week's edition of Copeland's Corner, Tom Sawyer fills in for a COVID recovering Brian Copeland with guests Maureen Langang, Jan Karam, and Kurt Weitzman. They engage in a lively discussion covering topics such as the challenges and experiences of comedians, particularly female and LGBTQ+ comedians, in a male-dominated industry, and the political landscape exacerbated by figures like Donald Trump. They critique the impacts of Trump's cabinet choices, misogyny, racism, and attacks on education and healthcare. Personal anecdotes illustrate the struggle for respect and inclusion within the comedy scene while reflecting on broader societal issues. --Connect with our Guests...Maureen Langan: MaureenLangan.com and @MaureenLangan on Instagram. Kurt Weitzmann: BoilingFrogEntertainment.com and @KurtWeitzmann on InstagramJann Karam: JannKaram.com and @JannKaramComedian on Instagram --For more from Brian...Visit his website: www.BrianCopeland.comFollow on Social Media: Instagram - @CopelandsCorner & @BrianCopieEmail: BrianCopelandShow@Gmail.com --Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland. This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer. For any show inquiries, please email CopelandsCornerPodcast@gmail.com
In this episode of 'Copeland's Corner,' Tom Sawyer fills in for Brian Copeland and hosts a political discussion with guests Nicole Boxer, Jim Vallely, and Cathy Ladman. They cover various topics, including the controversial appointment of Matt Gaetz as Attorney General by Donald Trump, the challenges and ramifications of Trump's leadership, the Democratic Party's need for a new strategy, and the importance of clear communication in politics. The gang also discusses the societal and cultural impacts of recent elections, reiterating the need for empathy and understanding among people. Full Social Media Post from today's show CLICK HERE. --Connect with our Guests...Jim Vallely - Wiki BioNicole Boxer - Bio and @NicBoxer on InstagramCathy Ladman- Website and @CathyLadman1 on Instagram --For more from Brian...Visit his website: www.BrianCopeland.comFollow on Social Media: Instagram - @CopelandsCorner & @BrianCopieEmail: BrianCopelandShow@Gmail.com --Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland. This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer. For any show inquiries, please email CopelandsCornerPodcast@gmail.com
Tune is as Brian and his guests Tom Sawyer & Yayne Abeba vent and reflect on the recent election results, expressing frustration and concern over the outcome. They critique the current state of American politics, citing the election of Trump, the Republican control of the Senate, and the potential loss of the House of Representatives. They fear the establishment of a fascist government and discuss the various societal and political ramifications, including issues of racism, sexism, immigration, and misinformation. The hosts debate media responsibilities, the role of various demographic groups in the election, and the importance of empathy in politics. They also speculate on the impact of social media and the influence of prominent figures like Joe Rogan. --Connect with our Guests...Yayne Abeba: @YayneAbeba on InstagamTom Sawyer: TomSawyerVoices.com --For more from Brian...Visit his website: www.BrianCopeland.comFollow on Social Media: Instagram - @CopelandsCorner & @BrianCopieEmail: BrianCopelandShow@Gmail.com --Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland. This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer. For any show inquiries, please email CopelandsCornerPodcast@gmail.com
We've crawled out of Halloween Humpfest but the creeping dread continues for just a little bit longer because it's time for another discussion in our overarching director topic for 2024. Yes, it is still a “dreary Year of von Trier” and what shit-hole year it's been. Heading down the final stretch, it's safe to say that the overall feeling of dread may bleed into the following year but we will be done with Lars von Trier, at least, until he gets around to making the third of his USA-Land of Opportunity trilogy. Today, we discuss the first of that trilogy and our introduction to Grace Mulligan in von Trier's twisted take on American Folklore with his 2003 film “DOGVILLE” and it has a hell of cast that includes Nicole Kidman, Paul Bettany, Lauren Bacall, Stellan Skarsgård, Cloe Sevigny, Philip Baker Hall, James Caan and that's only half of them. John Hurt narrates a tale of Grace who is on the run from mobsters and cops. She stumbles upon a strange tiny town. The town is skeptical but they give her a chance to be part of the village if she proves herself helpful by doing labor for each member of the town. When the heat turns up and questions continue they may need a little bit more from Grace to justify her presence. Then a little more. Just a little more. If this all becomes too much can Grace escape? We see the clues along the way (dude is reading “Tom Sawyer”) but when it's all said and done, can glowing optimism make space for a sense of justice? All this within a minimal set design in which walls only exist within the minds of the characters. You know who made this movie so you should have specific expectations. That's right. Call the in-laws. It's movie night. Subscribe to us on YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuJf3lkRI-BLUTsLI_ehOsg Contact us here: MOVIEHUMPERS@gmail.com Check our past & current film ratings here: https://moviehumpers.wordpress.com Hear us on podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6o6PSNJFGXJeENgqtPY4h7 Our OG podcast “Documenteers”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/documenteers-the-documentary-podcast/id1321652249 Soundcloud feed: https://soundcloud.com/documenteers Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/culturewrought
On this week's edition of Copeland's Corner, Brian hosts a lively panel discussion just five days before the presidential election. The panel includes the 'Doc of Comedy Rock' Dr. Gonzo, comedian Rob Becker, and returning guest Yanni Abbaba. They delve into the tension surrounding the upcoming election, including why 20% of African American men under 25 are reportedly supporting Trump. The group also tackles controversial remarks by comedian Tony Hinchcliffe at the Trump Madison Square Garden rally, the critical role of reproductive rights, and the significance of Kamala Harris's closing arguments in her campaign. Brian concludes the show urging listeners to vote and explaining the importance of votes in battleground states.--Connect with our Guests...Rob Becker: Defending the CavemanDr Gonzo: @DrGonzoComedy on Facebook Yayne Abeba: @YayneAbeba on Instagam --For more from Brian...Visit his website: www.BrianCopeland.comFollow on Social Media: Instagram - @CopelandsCorner & @BrianCopieEmail: BrianCopelandShow@Gmail.com --Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland. This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer. For any show inquiries, please email CopelandsCornerPodcast@gmail.com
In this episode, Jesse Elder shares his unique perspective on life, self-mastery, and preparedness. From practical advice on prepping to living passionately in the moment, Jesse dives deep into topics that challenge conventional thinking and inspire personal growth. Topics Discussed: Balancing curiosity and self-confidence and how this can profoundly impact your life. Exploring the meaning of living gloriously and bringing passion into everything you do. Co-creation, its many layers, and how to focus your energy on the outcomes you desire while being prepared for different possibilities. Jesse's take on the collapse of old societal structures and what could be on the other side. Connecting with your purpose, living in the present moment, and how life rewards you when you do. Practical and spiritual insights into preparing for potential apocalyptic scenarios without giving in to fear. The importance of trusting yourself and spending time on tactical prepping without worrying excessively about the future. Exploring the concept of fear and why we shouldn't be afraid of the things we commonly fear. About Jesse Elder: Jesse Elder is an action philosopher, time piercer, author, mentor, speaker, and entrepreneur. Known for his Mind Vitamin™ video series, Jesse teaches "Self Mastery for the real world," helping people from all walks of life focus their thinking and improve their productivity and happiness. Join the GO TIME GROUP: https://t.me/+0VpxYyxF_uU3ZTk5 Related Episodes: Ep 95: Time Piercing The Way Forward podcast is sponsored by: NEW BIOLOGY CLINIC: Experience individually tailored terrain-based health services with virtual consults, practitioner livestreams, movement classes, and more. The New Biology Clinic's motivation is to make you healthy and keep you that way. Visit https://NewBiologyClinic.com and enter code TheWayForward for $50 off your activation fee. Members of The Way Forward get the full activation fee waived. Become a member of The Way Forward here: https://thewayfwrd.com/membership-sign-up/ ————————— ORGANIFI: Experience the delicious taste of Organifi's products infused with 250mg of shilajit. Explore their full collection and enjoy 20% off your entire order by going to organifi.com/twf. ————————— Visit our online marketplace for discounts on a variety of the best holistic health brands and products: https://thewayfwrd.com/store/ For all of our links, and to watch or listen to The Way Forward on other platforms, visit: https://www.flowcode.com/page/thewayforward Join The Way Forward to connect with like minded men and women near you, businesses near you, and more! The best part? You pay whatever you want!: https://thewayfwrd.com/membership-sign-up/ Are you a natural health practitioner? Join our private, natural-health practitioner database here: https://thewayfwrd.com/directory-form/ ————————— *This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed in whole or in part without expressed written permission from The Way Forward, LLC. The purpose of this presentation is to convey information. It is not intended to diagnose, treat or cure a condition; nor is it to be considered medical or legal advice, opinion or recommendation. This information is presented in the spirit of service for all.* 0:00 - Prepping, Luxury Fasting & Gamifying the Apocalypse 0:38 - Introduction 5:43 - Tom Sawyer 13:23 - Words Don't Teach 24:08 - What It Means to Be Human? 33:58 - Finding The Sweet Spot 43:57 - Layers of Co-Creation & Thought Energy 56:13 - Navigating Your Thoughts Through the Worry1:04:49 - Its All Made Up 1:12:51 - Mirrored Reflections of Frequency 1:22:27 - Expanding Outward and Prepping 1:36:13 - Resources and Trusting Yourself 1:46:55 - Perspective on Survival with Water Storage and Food 1:58:37 - Finding Your Purpose in the Apocalypse 2:12:38 - Us vs. Them Situation 2:17:56 - Things That Are Overlooked in Prepping 2:25:50 - Closing Thoughts
This week's edition of Copeland's Corner, with featured Headliners .Tune in to this Episode of Copeland's Corner, as host Brian Copeland, along with comedians Jann Karam, Brian Malow, and David Spark, engage in a comprehensive discussion about contemporary political and social issues. Topics range from Trump's misleading statements and political loyalties driven by misinformation, to the deep-seated impact of misogyny and women's rights in the U.S. They explore the Democrats' communication failures, the influence of media on public opinion, and the societal health issues like obesity and controversial public figures. Personal anecdotes enrich the conversation, with insights into the gang's early jobs and career shifts in comedy. --Connect with our Guests...David Spark: CisoSeries.comJann Karam: JannKaram.com & @JannKaramComedian on IGBrian Malow: ScienceComedian.com & @ScienceComedian on IG --For more from Brian...Visit his website: www.BrianCopeland.comFollow on Social Media: Instagram - @CopelandsCorner & @BrianCopieEmail: BrianCopelandShow@Gmail.com --Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland. This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer. For any show inquiries, please email CopelandsCornerPodcast@gmail.com
Brian Copeland hosts an all new edition of Copeland's Corner, featuring guests Cathy Sorbo, Yayne Abeba, and Tom Sawyer. The discussion spans several topics including Trump's cognitive abilities, media bias in political coverage, and the socio-political landscape influenced by evangelical churches in the Deep South. The conversation also touches on voter behavior, particularly among women, and the impact of potential Roe vs. Wade reversals. Yayne's move to Brentwood, Nashville, is contrasted with Tom Sawyer's background in comedy. Personal anecdotes, including Sally Field's experience with an illegal abortion and reflections on the careers of prominent women, provide a poignant commentary on women's rights.--For more from our guests...Cathy Sorbo: CathySorbo.com and @CathySorbo on IGYayne Abeba: @YayneAbeba on InstagamTom Sawyer: TomSawyerVoices.com --For more from Brian...Visit his website: www.BrianCopeland.comFollow on Social Media: Instagram - @CopelandsCorner & @BrianCopieEmail: BrianCopelandShow@Gmail.com --Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland. This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer. For any show inquiries, please email CopelandsCornerPodcast@gmail.com
This is the first of our episodes in which Gyles reads from his childhood diaries, and Gyles and Harriet discuss the events therein. In this episode, Gyles starts reading from the beginning: Tuesday 28th April 1959, his first day at Betteshanger School in Kent, and ends on 31st December 1959. How did Gyles settle into school? Did he get a part in the school play, Tom Sawyer? Did he like his teachers? And what were his top 10 TV shows of 1959? Listen to find out about all this and more. We'll continue with Gyles's diary in a couple of weeks' time, so you'll be able to follow the story along if you listen to the episodes in order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Get ready for a magical adventure as hosts Trent and Jeni unveil everything you need to know about the thrilling changes coming to Walt Disney World in 2025! In this fun-filled episode, they explore new attractions like the 'Cars' and 'Monsters, Inc.' themed lands, and discuss the exciting reimagining of classic favorites like Tom Sawyer's Island and DinoLand, U.S.A. But that's not all! Discover the scoop on major resort renovations at Bay Lake Tower and Disney's Yacht Club, and how these updates might affect your stay. Plus, learn about exclusive perks for hotel guests, including FREE water park access—perfect for cooling off after a day of fun! Whether you're a Disney veteran or planning your first visit, Trent and Jeni share insider tips to help you navigate construction while still soaking up all the magic. So grab your Mickey ears and tune in for a delightful journey through the future of Disney World—you won't want to miss it! Connect with Us: Instagram Facebook Patreon For more magical Disney content, tips, and updates, be sure to visit our website at The Disney DNA Podcast. There, you'll find links to our episodes, and additional resources to help you plan your next Disney adventure! Leave a Review: We'd love to hear your thoughts! If you enjoy our podcast, please consider leaving us a review on your favorite platform. Your feedback helps us grow and reach more Disney fans! Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Leave a review on Spotify Thank you for your support, and we can't wait to share more Disney magic with you! A podcast for Disney fans, dedicated to the magic of Walt Disney World. Join us as we explore everything from the enchanting attractions of Magic Kingdom to the thrilling experiences at Hollywood Studios, the cultural wonders of Epcot, and the adventures at Animal Kingdom. Tune in for insightful discussions, tips, and the latest news to enhance your visits to the most magical place on Earth!
Circle of Parks Podcast: Talking all things Walt Disney World
Prepare to be enchanted as we reveal the unforgettable "wow" moments that make Walt Disney World a magical experience every time. Have you ever wondered what makes the Tree of Life at Animal Kingdom so mesmerizing or why a trip across the Seven Seas Lagoon feels like a serene escape into a fantasy? This episode promises to uncover these enchanting details and more, ensuring you'll see Disney through a new lens of wonder and adventure.From the peaceful heights of the Swiss Family Treehouse to the thrilling immersion of Flight of Passage, we celebrate the essence of Disney magic that captures the hearts of visitors. We'll also transport you to the nostalgic views from Tom Sawyer's Island and the relaxing vibes of the Polynesian Resort, complete with its mouth-watering Tonga Toast. These moments highlight the sophisticated storytelling and intricate designs crafted by Disney Imagineers, making each visit a unique journey into a world of delight and imagination.Experience the eerie elegance of the Haunted Mansion's ghostly dining room, feel the galactic grandeur of Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance's hangar room, and marvel at the enchanting mirror effect in Enchanted Tales with Belle. Our episode also showcases the stunning environments of Animal Kingdom Lodge and Epcot's Spaceship Earth, and the charming details of Toy Story Land. Join us as we celebrate these and other iconic experiences that make Walt Disney World an enduring treasure trove of magical moments.Please Check Out Our Links Below: Our Sponsor:www.mainstreettravelco.com Email Us:circleofparks@gmail.com Our Website:www.circleofparks.com Facebook:www.facebook.com/circleofparks Instagram:www.instagram.com/circleofparks X:www.x.com/circleofparks Products we use: Our equipmentMicrophones: https://amzn.to/3T61oD5 Recorder: https://amzn.to/3Ibl4iuBluetooth Adapter: https://amzn.to/4a2MIufMicrophone Stand: https://amzn.to/3wrOrdSGoPro: https://amzn.to/3uT6RUlCable Organization: https://amzn.to/49oQAFUhttps://amzn.to/4bKe7CJhttps://amzn.to/3T5T1HEHeadphones: https://amzn.to/42S5FgG Our Favorite Disney Books:Buying Disney's World: https://amzn.to/3T6z57AThe Disney Story: https://amzn.to/3T8j0hHThe Wonders of Walt Disney World: https://amzn.to/3wrLVErMeet the Disney Brothers: https://amzn.to/42RqxodPresenting Disneyland: https://amzn.to/3uIUqdISend us a textSupport the show
In this episode, Rivers and Sam are hangin' out at Disgraceland Studios with Canada's finest export, comedian John Hastings! We kick this one off by talking about a couple Election 2024-related stories involving Donald Trump selling pieces of his clothing and RFK Jr. sawing the head off of a beached whale. Just normal American stuff! Then we chug 7-Eleven's new energy drink and pay tribute to the late great professional wrestler Sid Eudy aka "Sid Vicious" aka "Sid Justice" aka "Sycho Sid". Rush's "Tom Sawyer" is our JAM OF THE WEEK! This is a fun one. Y'all check it out. Follow John Hastings on all forms of social media @TheJohnHastings and watch his special "The Times They Are-A John Hastings" on YouTube RIGHT NOW! Follow our show @TheGoodsPod on absolutely everything! Rivers is @RiversLangley Sam is @SlamHarter Carter is @Carter_Glascock Subscribe on Patreon for an UNCUT video version of the show as well as HOURS of bonus content! http://patreon.com/TheGoodsPod Pick up a Goods from the Woods t-shirt at: http://prowrestlingtees.com/TheGoodsPod
Carter Williams is the CEO and Managing Director at iSelect Fund, who invests at the convergence of agtech and human health. Carter has spent his entire career working on innovation. First as a young engineer at McDonnell Douglas, next in his leadership roles at Boeing managing R&D and starting Boeing Ventures. Later as a successful entrepreneur and venture investor. Throughout his career, he has directly managed investments of over $600 million in early-stage ventures and corporate research, resulting in several billion dollars of new product revenues. As part of Boeing Phantom Works, Carter led Boeing's technology planning process, involving all aspects of internal and external technology development and manufacturing research. This eventually led to his role in founding and managing Boeing Ventures. After Boeing, he was President of Gridlogix, initially a small 4-person startup that grew over 3 years, exiting successfully to Johnson Controls in October 2008. Gridlogix became Johnson Controls Panopics system. Before leading iSelect, Carter was Senior Managing Director at Progress Partners, an energy and technology investment banking firm. He was a Managing Partner at Open Innovation Ventures and a Director at Clayton Capital Partners. Carter is the past President and Founder of the MIT Corporate Venturing Consortium and Co-founder of the MIT Entrepreneurship Society. He has an M.B.A. from the MIT Sloan School and a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. He also writes about innovation at the substack Creative Destruction. — This episode is presented by American AgCredit. Learn more HERE. Check out Matt Woolf's episode on the California ag market HERE. — Links iSelect Fund - https://www.iselectfund.com Carter on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/carter/ Carter's Substack - https://creativedestruction.substack.com Join the Co-op - https://themodernacre.supercast.com
Logan, Terry, Will and Dyl are back to cover all the Walt Disney World d23 announcements. No fluff - we get right to it and tear it up... just like they're going to do to Tom Sawyer Island. Book your next trip at OUR Official Vacation the EarBNB! Book your next trip at OUR Official Vacation the EarBNB!