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EPISODE SUMMARY Three survivors traverse the dangerous wasteland of New York City in search of the Tree of Life. SHOW NOTES Force of Extinction One Shot News & Updates One Shot Patreon One Shot TWITCH Ultimate RPG Villain Backstory Guide Follow the cast here! Dillin Apelyan Edward Spence Candace McAfee Drakoniques ----------------------------------------------------- Find and call your representatives and be heard (US) Find and call your members of Parliament and be heard (Canada) Find and call your members of Parliament and be heard (UK) ---------------------------------------------------- Music Used in This Episode Absynth, Elision Rewired, Wicked Cinema High Octane, Rhythm Scott Editing and sound design by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shaghik Manè. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I WAS THINKING:  America is in a mood on the cusp of our 250th birthday. Curley on why America’s survival has been a miracle and why we should stay patriotic through any administration // Parents Send 6-Year-Old Child to the Grocery Store Alone After Months of Preparation… Naturally, the internet freaks out // Largest tree in Lakewood comes down one branch at a time

Today on Christian Music Guys, we're honored to welcome a true pioneer in Christian rock and worship music, John Ellis of the Dove Award-winning band Tree63. From unforgettable songs like “Treasure,” “Look What You've Done,” “King,” and the chart-topping “Blessed Be Your Name,” Tree63 has left an undeniable mark on the global Christian music landscape. After more than a decade-long hiatus, John and the band are back with a renewed vision and a brand-new album, VOYAGE, a project that explores the ongoing journey of faith and what it means to walk with God through every season of life. We'll talk about the inspiration behind the new music, the band's remarkable legacy, their return to the stage, and how God continues to shape John's life and ministry through the voyage of faith. John, welcome to Christian Music Guys!

This episode was deleted by YouTube without much explanation. Inside we discuss Peter Thiel's secretive Dialog group, Charlie Kirk's latest controversy, James Franco's bizarre disclosure video, and the 1000th episode of Tin Foil Hat lead this week's insanity. Plus: Keir Starmer is out, Lindsey Graham's latest war push, the White House joking about Q, Oliver Tree's interests, Trader Joe's tote-bag chaos, and anti-Rogan protesters proving once again that nobody understands Joe Rogan. Sam and Johnny break down the internet's strangest stories, media narratives, political theater, and conspiracy culture.Visit NOCD.com to book a free 15-minute call!For simple, online access to personalized and affordable care for Hair Loss, ED, Weight Loss, and more, visit Hims.com/BROKENSIM. For Sam's dates and more visit samtripoli.com!Get fifteen dollars off your first task at Taskrabbit dot com or on the Taskrabbit app using promo code BROKEN!Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at https://ethos.com/broken.More stuff: Get episodes early, and unedited, plus bonus episodes: patreon.com/brokensimulationSocial media: Twitter: @samtripoli, @johnnywoodard Instagram: @samtripoli, @johnnyawoodardBroken Simulation Hosts: Sam Tripoli, Johnny Woodard

Tree Swallows glisten in the June sunlight, as they swoop and glide, their arcs interlacing in the air. When a white feather flutters down among them, one swallow snatches the feather in its bill and flies upward, as another gives chase. After a moment, the lead bird lets loose the feather, which drifts lazily, until the second bird swoops to catch it in midair. Loose feathers are important for Tree Swallows. They line their nests thickly with them. More info and transcript at BirdNote.org. Want more BirdNote? Subscribe to our weekly newsletter. Sign up for BirdNote+ to get ad-free listening and other perks.  BirdNote is a nonprofit. Your tax-deductible gift makes these shows possible.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Clare joins Marian Spain and Paula Brunt as they explore a stretch of the King Charles III England Coast Path in West Sussex. After more than forty years working in environment and conservation, Marian is retiring later this year from her role as CEO of Natural England, the organisation responsible for creating and delivering this route which, at almost 2,700 miles, is the longest managed coastal walking path in the world. She says that overseeing its completion is her proudest achievement.Marian's lifelong connection to nature goes back to childhood walks with her mum, who taught her the folklore of flowers. She also recalls an inspiring biology teacher who opened her eyes to the science of the natural world. Growing up, walking was central to family life and a way of keeping up with older siblings. In her working life she enjoys taking colleagues on walking meetings, where conversations flow more freely.They began their walk in Bosham and walked to West Itchenor, via the Itchenor Ferry which crossses Chichester Harbour. Paula Brunt, a campaigner with Disabled Ramblers, joined them midway to test a section of the route for accessibility. Tree roots prove an issue and cut the walk a little short.Presenter: Clare Balding Producer: Karen Gregor Ramblings is a BBC Studios Audio Production

Stephen Sondheim was the Pulitzer Prize-winning composer and lyricist who wrote Into the Woods, West Side Story, Sunday in the Park with George, Company, Assassins, and more. This hour, a look at the life and music of Sondheim. And, on the occasion of the new Hartford Stage/TheaterWorks Hartford co-production, we dig into the story and music of Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. GUESTS: Daniel Okrent: Author of Stephen Sondheim: Art Isn’t Easy Wiley DeWeese: Music director, arranger, orchestrator, and conductor. He is currently Music Director for The Hartford Stage and TheaterWorks Hartford’s co-production of Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street Music featured (in order): Prologue: Into the Woods – 2022 OBC and Disney Theatrical Instrumental Anyone Can Whistle – Bernadette Peters Our Time – 2023 Merrily We Roll Along New OBC I Know Things Now – Danielle Ferland, Into the Woods OBC Someone in a Tree – Pacific Overtures OBC CUT FOR TIME Attend the Tale of Sweeney Todd – Sweeney Todd OBC Pretty Women – Sweeney Todd OBC Prelude: Attend the Tale of Sweeney Todd – Sweeney Todd OBC Concerto Macabro (Excerpt) – Bernard Herrmann Johanna (Mea Culpa) – Sweeney Todd OBC Corn Puddin’ – Schmigadoon! The Worst Pies in London – Sweeney Todd OBC A Little Priest – Sweeney Todd OBC Support the show: http://www.wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you carrying hidden burdens that cloud your vision of the future? In this guided Reiki journey, Colleen Benelli leads you across the Bridge of Light and into the River of Peace to gently dissolve the anxiety, stress, and old stories holding you back. Step into the Field of Possibilities to clarify your next steps and open your awareness to the aligned opportunities presenting themselves in your life right now. Key Insights Somatic Release in the Fascia: High levels of collective stress accumulate physically within the human body's nervous system and fascia. Utilizing the purifying energy of Reiki at the River of Peace gently lifts away these energetic blockages, clearing out the underlying tension, anxiety, and doubt that obscure your true vision. Sovereignty Through Cord Detachment: Throughout our lives, we inadvertently maintain heavy cords, attachments, and expectations originating from ancestral history, cultural conditioning, or lived trauma. Activating the power of love and divine compassion allows you to dissolve these energetic attachments safely, reclaiming your personal sovereignty and opening up mental space for new pathways. The Butterfly Effect of Opportunities: Within the Field of Possibilities, every butterfly floating through the meadow represents a unique potential direction or creative idea. Some of these options are meant to be light daydreams, while others will directly approach you; learning to pause allows your body's innate intuition to discern which ones are meant for physical manifestation. Integrating Divine and Human Research: True spiritual manifestation relies on balance; you must successfully bridge the metaphysical insights gained in the higher realms with real-world execution. Bringing your "divine research" back across the Bridge of Light into your lower chakras ensures your highest insights are securely anchored into logical, everyday action. People Also Ask (FAQ) What is the 'Tree of Life' meditation in Reiki? The Tree of Life meditation is a practice used to establish structural stability and alignment. It serves as a powerful conduit, allowing you to stay balanced and securely rooted into the earth's light while simultaneously opening your heart and soul star to receive higher divine compassion from above. How do I use automatic writing during a guided meditation? Automatic writing involves relaxing your analytical focus and letting a pen move across paper immediately following or during a meditation. By bypassing the logical human mind, this practice brings forward direct, uncensored guidance regarding the exact timing and practical reality of your future goals. Why should I combine my logical mind with intuitive guidance? True discernment blends your internal guidance with your human guidance (instincts and lower chakras) and your divine guidance (upper chakras). When your logical human mind communicates seamlessly with your heart and soul's knowledge, you gain the clarity necessary to choose authentic paths over passing daydreams. Connect with Robyn and Colleen Website: https://reikilifestyle.com Podcast: https://reikilifestyle.com/podcast/ Community: Join our next Distance Reiki Share: https://reikilifestyle.com/reiki-share/ **DISCLAIMER** This episode is not a substitute for seeking professional medical care but is offered for relaxation and stress reduction, which supports the body's natural healing capabilities. Reiki is a complement to and never a replacement for professional medical care. Colleen and Robyn are not licensed professional healthcare providers and urge you to always seek out the appropriate physical and mental help professional healthcare providers may offer. Results vary by individual.

“Why Do Catholics Believe Peter is the Rock? Is Jesus the Rock?” This question opens a discussion on the interpretation of Matthew and the role of popes. Other topics include addressing misconceptions about Jesus’s sacrifice and the necessity of works for salvation, as well as arguments for the papacy and responses to claims about Catholic traditions resembling those of the Pharisees. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:30 – Catholics say Peter is the Rock in Matthew. But certain popes say Jesus is the rock? 10:35 – My friend says that Catholics Don't Believe Jesus's Sacrifice was Perfect. And that Catholics must do extra things to be saved. How do I respond? 17:45 – Not Catholic Cause no arguments for the Papacy are convincing. He believes in contingency argument to believe in God. But he needs a good argument like that for the papacy. 37:48 – If the Tree gave Adam and eve the knowledge of good and evil. How would they even know eating the apple was bad? 46:10 – How can I respond to the claim that Catholics are modern Pharisees? How are Catholic traditions any different than what the Pharisees did?

Welcome back to Circle Round Summer Camp! We're revisiting our favorite stories about the outdoors. Recorded live at Symphony Hall with Boston Symphony Orchestra members and a star-studded cast, this Swedish tale sheds magical light on kindness, caring, and letting roots run deep. This Circle Round episode originally was released on Oct. 28, 2025. Sign up for our monthly newsletter, "The Lion's Roar", here.

Matt and Kevin look back on Matt's recent tour of the latest from Walt Disney World, including updates at Buzz Lightyear Space Ranger Spin, Rock n Roller Coaster featuring the Muppets, Zootopia 3-D in the Tree of Life, and more! SUPPORT THE BOOK! If you love the 3028 and you want the TAKE HOME version, help support the 3028 Episode Guide Book - it's like a tour of the show featuring new essays, blogs, episode thoughts and more! Support one of our many tiers and access free shows and more for yourself! JOIN THE PATREON! For access to over 30 exclusive shows, blogs, a private discord and other fun treats, join us on Patreon!

Sit beside the Energy Tree as it dispels all unwanted thoughts and feelings, leaving you feeling safe, loved and protected.

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The 728th of a series of weekly radio programmes created by :zoviet*france: First broadcast 20 June 2026 by Resonance 104.4 FM and CJMP 90.1 FM Thanks to the artists and sound recordists included here for their fine work. track list 00 Sarah Wilkinson - Intro 01 Rescopic Sound - SWSH_Swish Fused Large 15_RSCPC_PX 02 Aurastore - Coasting 03 [unknown sound recordist / BBC] - Cars – Ford – Fiesta 1.1 Litre Hatchback, 1986/87 Model: Interior: Switch On, Idle, Switch Off 04 Stefan Schmidt - Schleich 05 Philippe Neau - 48 06 Conrad Schnitzler - Upwards – 03:15 07 Ben Ponton - Sferics, Tweeks and Whistlers, Newcastle, 5 April 2020 08 Greg Gorlen - Knell #5 09 Juan Antonio Nieto - Late Afternoon 10 Lungbutter - Messier 64 11 Julie Berry / SE Trains - stb_gnw 12 Bram Piot - Northern Grey-headed Sparrow (Passer griseus griseus), Wulki Farm, Careysburg, Montserrado, 2015-08-24 13 [unknown sound recordist] - Barnacle Goose 14 Dtyb - Full ++ Sarah Wilkinson - Outro

"Even though we're so diverse, we're all the same. We're all longing for the same thing — to belong, have a purpose in life, to understand why we are here on this planet." — Sonia Daccarett ABOUT THIS EPISODE Sonia Daccarett is a writer and communications professional born in Colombia to a Christian Palestinian father and a Jewish mother. She holds an undergraduate degree in journalism from the University of Massachusetts Amherst and a master's in international and public affairs from Columbia University. For more than two decades she worked on strategic communications for corporate and nonprofit clients. Her debut memoir, The Roots of the Guava Tree: Growing Up Jewish and Arab in Colombia, explores identity, belonging, and coming of age against the backdrop of 1980s Colombia. Mike and Sonia discuss how a casual memoir-writing class turned into a book, the challenge of writing childhood scenes in the voice of a child, navigating a multicultural identity in a homogenous society, and why she wanted to offer a first-person account of what ordinary Colombians endured during the country's violent 1980s. --- KEY TAKEAWAYS 1. A book that wasn't meant to be a book. Sonia enrolled in a memoir-writing class during a quieter chapter of her life, fell in love with the genre, and accumulated pages before realizing the recurring themes — identity, diaspora, family — could form a cohesive narrative. 2. Retraining the writing brain. After two decades of press releases and corporate communications, Sonia had to relearn scene, dialogue, and narrative writing — breaking free of the "five W's, tell it all on one page" mindset. 3. Writing in the child's voice was the breakthrough. The manuscript initially felt flat when told entirely from her mid-50s perspective. Switching to first person as a four-, six-, or fifteen-year-old brought the memories alive — though it meant extensive rewriting. 4. Rediscovering parents as complex people. One of the book's biggest gifts was moving beyond the unidimensional way children see adults and understanding her parents and grandparents as people navigating their own immigrant struggles. 5. A utopian experiment in identity. Her parents deliberately raised their children without religious labels or ethnic identifiers — a noble dream that left Sonia feeling identity-less in a society that expected you to know who you were. 6. A hidden diaspora. Most people don't know that a large Christian Arab population emigrated from the Ottoman Empire to Colombia in the 1910s, or that Jewish communities thrived in Latin America. Sonia wanted to broaden mainstream narratives about where Jews and Arabs live. 7. Colombia's 1980s through ordinary eyes. Beyond the Netflix portrayals of Pablo Escobar, the book offers a first-person account of what civil war between government, guerrillas, and cartels felt like for everyday families — the kidnappings, the fear, the impossible choices. 8. The power of a writing partner. After many cycles of throwing the manuscript into a metaphorical drawer, Sonia credits her Polish writing partner and her husband for pushing her to finish — proof that external accountability matters for memoirists. GET THE BOOK The Roots of the Guava Tree: Growing Up Jewish and Arab in Colombia by Sonia Daccarett Buy on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4aYCCx1 Buy on Bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/a/54587/9781647429409 CONNECT WITH SONIA Website: soniadaccarett.com Instagram: @soniadaccarettauthor CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST Mike Carlon | Uncorking a Story Website: uncorkingastory.com YouTube: @uncorkingastory Instagram: @uncorkingastory Facebook: Uncorking a Story TikTok: @uncorkingastory Twitter/X: @uncorkingastory LinkedIn: Uncorking a Story Subscribe & Leave a Review — It helps more readers and writers find the show! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/uncorking-a-story/id563636205 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5HZiAEtFlhAzk60Z4eAkhY RSS Feed: https://feeds.megaphone.fm/uncorkingastory --- Uncorking a Story is produced by Mike Carlon. New episodes drop every Tuesday. #SoniaDaccarett #RootsOfTheGuavaTree #Colombia #Memoir #JewishIdentity #Palestinian #MulticulturalIdentity #Diaspora #LatinAmerica #Colombia1980s #ImmigrantStory #MemoirWriting #AuthorInterview #BookPodcast #UncorkingAStory #WritingCommunity #Nonfiction #CulturalIdentity #JewishAndArab #BookRecommendations Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tree of Life Church is honored to Welcome Guest Speaker Pastor Gerald Brooks. Pastor Brooks is the founder of Grace Church in Plano Texas, and the Gerald Brooks School of Leadership, which teaches the heart of biblical leadership to students in six campuses across three states. In this special message Pastor Brooks speaks on fear, and our response to it. #holyspirit #family #treeoflifechurchnb ​​​ #miracles #prophecy #anointing #anointedTree of Life Church is located in New Braunfels Tx and we're all about connecting all people to the life, love and power of Jesus!Subscribe to receive our latest worship and messages.Stay Connected:Instagram | instagram.com/tolchurchFacebook | www.facebook.com/treeoflifechurchWebsite | www.treeoflifechurch.orgOriginally recorded on 6-21-26. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on the Pod, the guys chat about their trees and Rooda Trauma Dumps around the (0:13:19) mark... Follow The Hauraki Breakfast Show on Instagram Subscribe to the podcast now on iHeartRadio, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! Featuring Jeremy Wells and Manaia Stewart, "The Hauraki Breakfast" a radio show like no other weekdays from 6am on Radio Hauraki. Guaranteed to teach you bad new habits, raise your eyebrows, and make you smirk on a regular basis. News, sport & music that rocks! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Death Of Robin Hood's Tree...The World Cup, U.S.A. & The World...My Life Sucks -- PLUS a vacation packing hack, peanut butter as a health food and a whole lot more!

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This week Josh sits down and talks about the previous week's hunts, the upcoming Jarvis Umphers Memorial, and some crazy takes on the internet.  

This week we are joined by a slew of bracketologists for the Larry the Duck New Wave Invitational Tournament. Returning Bracketologists Eff Yoo, Alex Ludovico, Jesse the Tree and steeltippeddove are joined by newcomers Derek O'Rourke from the 15 Friends Podcast and Doodcomputer.We go through 68 songs to find out which song is the champion of new wave music. The tournament is named after legendary new wave DJ Larry the DuckYou can enjoy a playlist of all of the music featured in this tournament here:SpotifyAppleWe are sponsored by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wavey Goods⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Get the freshest shirts out and tell them Call Out Culture sent you!Hear full episodes it is $1 a month at our patreon:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/calloutculturepodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You can also upgrade to a higher tier to get exclusive content and video⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.You can find Derek and the 15 Friends Podcast here.You can find Mitch's Stewart's Guide here.You can find Eff Yoo's music here.You can find Alex's EP here.You can find Yak's music here.You can find Jesse's music here.You can find our music here:Zilla Rocca:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://5oclockshadowboxers.bandcamp.com/music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Curly Castro:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://curlycastro.bandcamp.com/album/little-robert-hutton⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Alaska:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/

Brian & Kenzie learn about England's most famous tree. Chicago’s best morning radio show now has a podcast! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts and remember that the conversation always lives on the Q101 Facebook page. Brian & Kenzie are live every morning from 6a-10a on Q101. Subscribe to our channel HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@Q101 Like Q101 on Facebook HERE: https://www.facebook.com/q101chicago Follow Q101 on Twitter HERE: https://twitter.com/Q101Chicago Follow Q101 on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/q101chicago/?hl=en Follow Q101 on TikTok HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@q101chicago?lang=enSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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L.A. and Orange Counties are set to certify the results of the June primary this week as feds continue to allege voter fraud. For Climate Monday, why backlash from residents caused Pasadena Unified to reconsider a plan to remove nearly 200 trees from 11 of its campuses. Olivia Rodrigo is launching her own music festival in Irvine this summer featuring an all-women lineup. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

“I heard this grey tree frog while biking through Ottawa's Central Experimental Farm late at night this past June 8. I had never heard this sound before and was captivated and scared at the same time.”

At age 22, Sydney's Bennett's brain stopped communicating with her body correctly; she was suffering from Functional Neurological Disorder (FND), a condition in which the nervous system stops sending or interpreting signals the right way. Suddenly this bright, beautiful, college girl, recently married, was having seizures, numbness, difficulty moving. Soon she needed a cane, then a wheelchair. But, when we are weak, we are strong, and she found her rock in Jesus our cornerstone. Today she is a faithful and faith-filled advocate, mother of two, and (in the view of your host) present-day Job; and Job reminds us, “The Lord giveth and the Lord taketh away; blessed be the name of the Lord.” Sydney's book, Fearfully and Wonderfully Broken, on Amazon, and also from the publisher, Thomas Nelson, where you can listen to the first chapter of the audio book. The episode of Almost Good Catholics with Mako Fujimura talking about kintsugi (which I excerpted): Mako Fujimura on Almost Good Catholics, episode 14: The Silence of God: The Meaning of Our Suffering and Redemption Other related Almost Good Catholics episodes about the Book of Job and the meaning of suffering: Jonathon Fessenden on Almost Good Catholics, episode 58: The Book of Job: Why Do Bad Things Happen to Good People? Brian Zahnd on Almost Good Catholics, episode 112: The Tree of Life: “no one who loves the way of Grace ever comes to a bad end.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

This week's portion is called Chukat - Balak (Statues - Balak)TORAH PORTION: Numbers 20:7–21GOSPEL PORTION: John 12:12–36What verse spoke to you most today and why?Did you learn something you need to do in your life?Daily Bread for Kids is a daily Bible reading podcast where we read through the Torah and the Gospels in one year! Helping young Bible-readers to study God's Word, while also discovering its Jewish context!THE KIDS' JOURNAL is available from ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://arielmedia.shop⁠⁠⁠⁠BUSY MOMS who want to follow the Daily Bread readings on podcast for adults, can go to ⁠⁠https://dailybreadmoms.com⁠⁠The Bible translation we are reading from is the Tree of Life Version (TLV) available from the Tree of Life Bible Society.INSTAGRAM: @dailybreadkids @arielmediabooks @dailybreadmomsTags: #DailyBreadMoms #DailyBreadJournal #BibleJournaling #Messianic #BiblePodcast #BiblicalFeasts #Journal #biblereadingplan #Messiah #JewishRoots #Yeshua #GodIsInControl #OneYearBible #MomLife #MotherCulture #FaithFilledMama #BiblicalWomanhood #Proverbs31woman

Planting a Tree on Synagogue Grounds by Rabbi Avi Harari

We are asked to trust Jesus' words. He said sustaining Life is Him. In Him. By Him. Because of Him. Do we trust Him? On the tree of death He gave His physical life. As the source of all life, the Tree of Life, we are invited to eat and be filled. Let us delight ourselves in Him, in His presence with us, in the eternal life we have even now. Because of His act of faith that Father God would keep His word and give us life because we have faith in Jesus' name.Daylight Meditations is a daily podcast from CFO North America. Please visit CFONorthAmerica.org to learn more about our retreats, and online courses. If you are encouraged by this podcast, please consider supporting us. Contributors: Michelle DeChant, Adam Maddock, Joy Peyton and Phil Reaser

2026 Summer Appetizer Auction Day One Sponsored by Blind Information Technology Solutions (BITS) Opens Thursday, July 9 at 12:00 noon ET Closes Friday, July 10 at 12:00 noon ET Opening Bids Included Appetizer Auction Rules and Information: Contact Leslie Spoone at 407 929-9837 or 407 227-4489 or email lesliespoone@cfl.rr.com with your bid. Please provide your name, phone number, email, item number and bid amount. Bids must be in $5.00 increments. • Leslie will send out Appetizer Auction information communicating the high bid on each item at 5:00pm ET, 8:00pm ET and 9:00am ET each day. After the close of each mini auction, an email will be sent announcing who has won each item. Billing for both the appetizer and Convention auction will take place starting on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, for all the winning purchases. Billing for auction items will be paused during the convention and resume on August 5, 2026. The auction items need to be paid for by August 14, 2026. ACB Auction Disclaimer The American Council of the Blind conducts fundraising auctions to provide financial support for our programs and services. We thank those individuals, organizations, and businesses who donate items for our auctions. We make every effort to ship purchased items in a timely manner. However, due to various circumstances beyond our control, it may not be possible for items to be shipped or to arrive by a specific date. To participate as a bidder, we ask that you be courteous to one another, to those who are conducting the auction and to those who will be contacting the winning bidders to arrange for payment. It is expected that any winning bidder will, after being contacted by anyone connected to the auction, provide proper billing information prior to the auction item being sent to them. If we are unable to collect the bid amount, we reserve the right to repurpose the item for the benefit of ACB. Any individual who does not comply with these rules will be prohibited from continuing to bid in this auction and may be prohibited from participating in any future auction. Day One 300 Victor Reader Stream 3 Donated by HumanWare Opening Bid $350 Enjoy having this handheld pocket-sized digital media audio player to harness the power of wireless content access that features a fully tactile interface. The Victor Reader Stream 3 is a handheld digital audio player to enjoy your media content, and this assistive device lets you listen to books, newspapers, web radio, music, podcasts, and other online resources. This is simple to use for anyone who is blind or living with a visual impairment, the Stream talking book player packs all your media into place and gives 15 hours of battery life, leaving more time to enjoy media content. 301 Movie Extravaganza Package Donated by ACB Associate Director of Development Jo Lynn Bailey-Page Opening Bid $30 Enjoy using this $50 Regal Cinemas gift card to watch the latest audio-described movies with some friends or family. Plus, that's not all, enjoy some goodies to go along with your movie! 302 Upcycled Ladybug Purse Donated by Keri Bishop of Tucson, AZ Opening Bid $30 This one-of-a-kind handbag transforms a pair of burgundy jeans into a stylish and functional accessory which is crafted with creativity and purpose. The upper portion of the jeans has been thoughtfully repurposed, preserving the original pockets that are perfect for convenient, built-in storage. A cheerful yellow accent fabric, adorned with playful ladybugs and delicate flowers, adds a bright pop of personality. The same fabric lines the interior, creating a cohesive and charming design inside and out. The adjustable strap is cut from the denim legs and allows for versatile wear. You can comfortably wear it over the shoulder or as a crossbody for hands-free ease. It has snap closures at the top to keep your belongings secure while maintaining easy access. This upcycled purse is a celebration of sustainability, craftsmanship, and whimsical style. perfect for anyone who loves unique, eco-friendly fashion and is practical and eye-catching. 303 Pampered Chef Stainless Steel Toaster Donated by Christina Brino Opening Bid $25 Our 4-slice stainless steel toaster is built for busy days, with extra-long, extra-wide slots that welcome everything from artisanal loaves to bagels, English muffins to Texas toast. Seven browning settings put you in control, so every slice comes out just the way you like it. Our bonus warming rack keeps buns and rolls perfectly toasty, cafe-style, without over-browning. Four smart functions put you in control: Bagel, Defrost, Reheat, and Cancel. Whether your bread is fresh, frozen, or already toasted, it comes out just right. Defrost takes bread and waffles from frosty to golden in one step while Reheat warms cooled toast without extra browning. This toaster has built-in cord storage that keeps counters tidy and a removable crumb tray allows for easy cleanup, and a high-lift lever ensures safe, easy removal making this toaster ready for weekday breakfasts, weekend brunches, and busy dinnertimes. 304 Two Dozen Dreamy Chocolate Chip Cookies Donated by Jack Pinnock, Owner Dreamie Cookies Opening Bid $40 These cookies were a huge hit in the ACB Holiday Auction. Enjoy the individually wrapped yummy chocolate chip cookies with your favorite beverage. Wow, they will melt in your mouth. You can share them with friends or just keep them for yourself! 305 Silver and Red Garnet Necklace and Earring Set Donated by Claudia Aff Opening Bid $25 You will look stunning in this beautiful 30-inch necklace of acrylic garnet red and filigree silver beads with matching hoop earrings. This will dress up any outfit! 306 Handmade Lap Blanket Donated by Nancy Mareno Opening Bid $25 Enjoy snuggling up with this beautiful handmade lap blanket which measures 33 inches by 29 inches. This blanket has 3 shades of pink with interspersed white. A great blanket for those cold nights! 307 Echo Spot Donated by Leslie Spoone Opening Bid $30 Enjoy this Echo Spot with a sleek smart alarm clock with Alexa and big vibrant sound. This spot will be great for you to wake up, wind down and so much more. You can personalize your display with your favorite clock face and fun colors. Just ask Alexa to play music, podcasts, and audiobooks. Ease into the day and set up an Alexa routine that gently wakes you with music and gradual light. You can also glance at the time, check reminders, or ask Alexa for weather updates. 308 $50 Amazon Gift Card Donated by Friends in Art Opening Bid $30 It is time to treat yourself to something special and here's a gift card to help you do it. $50 in spending at Amazon! 309 Cook with Confidence Using Cookie Voice Recipes Donated by Daria Axelrod Marmer Opening Bid $25 Designed specifically for blind and low vision cooks, Cookie Voice Recipes is a fully accessible, voice-controlled cooking app that provides hands-free, step-by-step recipe guidance. Ask questions while you cook, set timers, get ingredient substitutions, and even import your own recipes. This package includes a one-year Premium Subscription, providing unlimited access to voice-guided cooking, AI cooking assistance, and recipe importing features. Must be redeemed by December 2, 2026. 310 Handmade Framed Decoupage Canvasses of Colorful Collages Donated by ACB Director of Advocacy and Governmental Affairs Claire Stanley Opening Bid $25 This piece of art measures 12 by 16 inches. It is framed in a light blue picture frame. The decoupage style of art includes various sizes of ovals layered on top of each other in various tones of blue, yellow, and green. The piece is covered with a final layer of gloss. What a great conversational piece! 311 ModusTech 500GB Portable Donated by The Literacy Project Pat Tussing Director Opening Bid $25 The ModusTech external hard drive delivers lightning-fast transfer speeds of up to 5 Gbps with USB 3.0 technology. You can easily back up your files, transfer data, and store important documents. It's compatible with USB 2.0 and perfect for large files like HD movies, games, videos, and it has an ultra-Fast USB 3.0 Connectivity for Effortless Data Transfers. 312 $50 Darden Gift Card Donated by Cathy Spoone Opening Bid $30 Enjoy this gift card with someone special or just splurge on yourself and don't forget those scrumptious breadsticks! 313 Monet Jewelry Turtle Two Piece Jewelry Set Donated by Melissa Dubose Opening Bid $30 The two-piece jewelry set adds a playful yet polished touch to your accessories collection. This coordinated set includes a 17-inch rope chain necklace with a 2-inch extender and matching stud earrings, designed with glass accents for subtle shine. A lobster clasp closure ensures secure wear, while post-back earrings provide a comfortable fit. It's a great gift option for special occasions or everyday styling. 314 Logitech Wired Headset, Stereo Headphones with Noise-Cancelling Microphone Donated by Dan Spoone Opening Bid $25 These stereo headphones are black and have a noise-cancelling microphone, USB connection and In Line Controls. The PC headphones with plush, padded headband and ear cups provide optimum comfort. A rotating microphone minimizes background noise to provide noise-cancelling qualities resulting in clearer calls. 315 Tantalizing Homemade Candy Donated by Patty Slaby Opening Bid $40 This scrumptious homemade candy will make your get together with friends even sweeter! You can select one type of homemade candy or three different kinds. You will receive 60 pieces of candy in total from a selection of: peanut butter balls, chocolate covered potato chips, rum balls, dipped pretzels, bugles dipped in chocolate and many, many others. Patty will contact you for your selections and shipping will be determined by the weather. 316 Mary Kay Satin Hands Set Donated by Nancy Folsom Opening Bid $30 This 3-step process will leave your hands and feet feeling soft, smooth, and luxurious! The Satin Hands set softens, exfoliates, and moisturizes each time you use it. This set is great for guys and gals to help keep your hands healthy! You will love how great your hands feel! You can use it on your feet as well. 317 Fiery Dragon Print Black T shirt Donated by Blind Girl Designs Tricia Waechter Opening Bid $30 The red tactile print features the fierce head of a dragon in profile. Its jaws are open wide, exposing sharp, curved teeth as a stream of flames which pour outward. The fire is drawn with sweeping lines that curl and twist, giving a sense of movement and heat. The dragon's eye is narrow and intense, outlined with a strong stroke that adds a menacing expression. The dragon has a large horn on its snout and additionally, horns arc backward from its skull, and a row of large, jagged spines traces down the back of its neck. This t-shirt is 100% cotton, but do not size up because there is very little shrinkage when washed. Please wash inside out in cold wash and hang to dry or tumble for a few minutes to get the wrinkles out. These t-shirts come in sizes youth small through large, adult small through five XL, tall large through three XL. All sizes are unisex. The winner gets to pick their size! Enjoy your Blind Girl Designs! 318 Hand Carved Wooden Figurines Donated by DeAnna Quiet Water Noriega Opening Bid $25 Enjoy having these hand carved wooden figurines which include: a Buddha from Indonesia, a lion, a warthog, and a lioness all from Kenya. The giraffe is a soapstone also from Kenya. Wow, these will make a great conversational piece for your mantel! 319 Friday Morning Quotations Braille Book Donated by Dorlyn Catron Opening Bid $30 You will love reading the volume two Friday Morning Quotations Braille Book compiled by kay Wilson and published by The National Braille Press. Plus, enjoy a $50 Amazon card to splurge on yourself while you are reading and relaxing! 320 Chocolate Chip Bread Donated by Becky Hawkins Opening Bid $40 Indulge in this mouthwatering homemade chocolate chip bread. The bread is decadent and will melt in your mouth! What a fantastic treat to share with friends or family! 321 COSORI Air Fryer Pro Smart Donated by Carl Richardson Opening Bid $50 Enjoy this 5.8-quart air fryer which can roast and bake. The fryer has a 3-way control and a 12-in-1 customizable function. The basket is detachable, and it works with Alexa and Google Assistant. You can get online recipes. This would make a fantastic gift for the chef in your household! 322 $50 Gift Card to Walmart Donated by Arkansas Quazar Chapter Opening Bid $30 Enjoy this opportunity to fill your basket with treats for your family and friends. This $50 gift card could provide a chance for a special gift for yourself! 323 Black and Silver necklace Donated by Koni Sims, ACB Board Director Opening Bid $25 You will look stunning in 16-inch necklace featuring faux onyx and crystal beads. It has a 3-inch extender. Plus, enjoy the earrings which are 2 inches long. What a special gift to give to someone special! 324 Daniel Terrico Carved Puzzle Box Donated by Connie Jacomini Opening Bid $25 The Daniel Terrico puzzle box sports a hand carved shark motif on top. It is perfect for trinkets. There are instructions for use of this puzzle box enclosed. What a fantastic gift for your favorite fisherman! 325 Two Dozen Homemade Shortbread Cookies Donated by Deb Trevino and Delaware Council of the Blind and Visually Impaired Opening Bid $40 Enjoy two dozen fresh-baked mouth-watering authentic shortbread cookies guaranteed to explode on your palate with luscious buttery goodness. These are great with milk, hot chocolate, coffee, or your favorite tea. Next to Walker's, these are the best I've ever tasted. 326 Handcrafted Crocheted Bunny Donated by Keri Bishop of Tucson AZ Opening Bid $25 Enjoy this whimsical handcrafted crocheted bunny in a blue dress which is delightfully soft and lovingly handmade. This charming, crocheted bunny is a timeless keepsake and is perfect for all ages and is carefully crafted in a creamy ivory yarn. This sweet bunny features long floppy ears, gentle blue eyes and a soft pink nose that give it an irresistibly tender expression. The bunny is dressed in a beautifully textured, sky-blue crocheted dress with ruffled sleeves and a full, flowing skirt and this bunny exudes simple elegance. A delicate satin ribbon at the waist adds a graceful finishing touch, making it as lovely for display as it is for cuddling. Whether gifted to a child, displayed in a nursery, or cherished as a collectible, this one-of-a-kind bunny brings warmth, comfort, and handcrafted artistry. 327 Bangle Bracelets and Six Pairs Post Earrings Donated by Judy Okraski Opening Bid $25 You will look stunning with these multi metal bangle bracelets which are perfect to match any outfit. Plus, six sets of post earrings. All the earrings are colorful with single smooth surface colors that include: 2 Coral, 2 blue, green, and light pink. A fantastic gift for yourself or for someone special! 328 $50 Gift Card to the Blind Kitchen Donated by Debra Erickson, Executive Chef and Founder of The Blind Kitchen Opening Bid $30 Welcome to The Blind Kitchen where adaptive tools, helpful strategies, and specialized knowledge are provided to blind and vision-impaired people who want to cook safely, confidently, and independently. Debra Erickson is the Executive Chef and Founder of The Blind Kitchen where she will help you enjoy splurging on either yourself or someone special with this gift card and a 30-minute consult with Debra! 329 Three Handmade Hot Pads, Protein Fudge Recipe and Amazon Gift Card Donated by Tonya Drew of Essentially Braille Opening Bid $30 Enjoy the three brown cotton magic square potholders which come in large, medium, and small. As a special treat, enjoy making a delicious protein fudge recipe for yourself or friends and family. The recipe is written in Braille on Perma Braille cards to fit in your recipe box. Also, dine or shop with a $50 Amazon gift card. 330 $100 See's Candy E Gift Card Donated by Brad and Kathy Snyder Opening Bid $60 Enjoy splurging either on yourself or friends or family with this $100 E card for See's Candy. The brand is known for its premium chocolates, truffles, brittles, and other candies. They are very yummy! 331 ACB Students Common Ground Sweatshirt Donated by Blind Girl Designs Tricia Waechter Opening Bid $30 This print features a bold, symbolic Tree of Life design in a cool teal-green tactile ink. At the heart of the artwork is a circular Celtic-style tree with flowing, interwoven branches and roots that mirror one another. The canopy forms an elegant, rounded crown, while the roots weave into intricate knot- work, visually reinforcing the message of connection and shared foundation. Arched above the tree are the words: “COMMON GROUND,” And below that is printed “common ground” in grade 1 tactile braille. Curved below the roots are the words: “DIFFERENT ROOTS” And just above these words is “different roots “in grade one tactile braille. Surrounding the circular tree design is a subtle square frame made of different style of white canes, positioned along the top, bottom, and sides. The canes form a balanced border, reinforcing themes of accessibility and inclusion. On the back, printed horizontally in the same teal ink, is the phrase “Growing towards a bright future” in a fun cursive font with grade one tactile Braille underneath it. The overall design communicates unity, diversity, inclusion, and shared humanity. Different roots, but common ground presented in a clean, high-contrast layout that stands out beautifully against the rich colored background. This cozy heavyweight crewneck sweatshirt has banded sleeves and bottom. It is made from cotton poly and will not shrink. It should be washed inside out to protect the ink and make sure it's inside out before you feel free to put it in a hot tumble dryer in order to make it nice and fluffy! These sweatshirts come in unisex sizing, youth, small through large, adult small through 5-XL, tall large through 3-XL. The winner can pick their own size! Enjoy your Blind Girl Designs! 332 Necklace and Bracelet Jewelry Set Donated by Charlotte Lang Opening Bid $25 This dainty set is classic and sparkly in black and white. Most of the set is made up of 4-millimeter faceted black spinel beads. In the center of the necklace and bracelet is a 10 millimeter round white pearl. The necklace is 18 inches long and the bracelet is 7-1/2 inches long. Both have 2-inch adjuster chains and close with lobster claw clasps. 333 Waterford Crystal Marcella Vase Donated by Connie Jacomini Opening Bid $25 The Waterford Crystal Marcella Vase is a 6-inch, high-quality, clear lead crystal vase known for its elegant design, often featuring intricate fan and wedge cuts. Typically produced in the 2010s, this hand-cut footed vase is celebrated for its clarity, weight, and ability to catch light. 334 Singing Lesson Donated by Carole Brewer Opening Bid $25 You will enjoy spending one hour on ZOOM with singer and recording artist, Carole Brewer. Learn some of Carole's many concert-tested recipes for better breathing, tone quality, and confidence building. You will receive a free copy of Carole's voice manual titled 'Cookin' Up a Song ' and explore the possibility of taking your singing up to the next level. All great singing starts here, and you can contact Carole to set up a lesson time at info@carolebrewer.com. 335 Homemade Caramel Brownies Donated by Judy Okraski Opening Bid $40 These scrumptious homemade caramel brownies come in an 8 by 11-inch pan. Pair with your favorite beverage and enjoy this delicious treat with your friends. 336 Set of Six Handknitted Dishcloths Made with love and donated by Rhonda Lang from Milwaukee, Wisconsin Opening Bid $30 Enjoy this set of six handknitted dishcloths in a variety of colors. They will bring craftsmanship and resilience to your kitchen. The dishcloths are meticulously crafted for durability and designed to manage daily cleaning tasks with ease and elegance. 337 $50 Ruth's Cris Gift Card Donated by The Literacy Project Pat Tussing Director Opening Bid $30 Enjoy splurging at convention with this Ruth's Cris gift card. You will love dining at this restaurant which offers a New Orleans-inspired menu, including seafood and signature sides and USDA Prime steaks in a sophisticated, romantic, and welcoming atmosphere. 338 Pink Macrame Apple Watch Band Donated by Keri Bishop of Tucson, AZ Opening Bid $25 This handcrafted macramé watch band is a vibrant, eye-catching accessory designed to fit Apple Watch models ranging from 38 mm through 42 mm. Made from durable 2 mm satin cord in a bright bubblegum pink, the band has a smooth, lustrous finish that adds a playful yet polished touch to any look. The design is accented with elegant ceramic beads, each hand-painted with delicate pink floral details on a clean white background. These beads provide a soft contrast to the bold pink cord, creating a charming and balanced aesthetic that highlights the handcrafted artistry of the piece. The functionality is built into the design with a fully adjustable button-and-loop closure, similar to a toggle clasp. The button side features two main cords that pass through and loop back, allowing the band to be easily lengthened or shortened. This adjustable construction ensures a comfortable, secure fit for a variety of wrist sizes while maintaining a neat and streamlined appearance and they are both stylish and practical. This macramé watch band offers a unique way to personalize your Apple Watch with a handmade accessory that combines durability, adjustability, and a cheerful pop of color. 339 Light Green Glass Bead Necklace and Earrings Donated by Claudia Aff Opening Bid $25 You will look stunning in this beautiful light green glass bead 10-1/2 inch necklace with 6 darker ceramic flower beads at the bottom. Also, matching flower bead hook earrings that measure 2 inches. What a perfect complement to that summer outfit! 340 Key West Goodies Donated by Dan Spoone Opening Bid $40 Enjoy two dozen yummy macadamia nut and chocolate chip cookies. You can either share them with a friend or just have all of them for yourself! 341 Vera Bradley Backpack Donated by Cecily Laney Nipper ACB Board Director Opening Bid $30 Want to go out in style? This slightly used Vera Bradley backpack is for you. Perfect for work or school, this 18-inch backpack with two side pockets for water or soda and two zipper pockets will comfortably hold a 16.5-inch laptop in its built-in laptop sleeve. The black background of the print sets off the vibrant pink, teal, and lime green floral print. 342 $50 Starbucks Gift Card Donated by Merrilee Hill-Kennedy Opening Bid $30 Everyone loves a good cup of coffee. It's even better with some friends or family members over some laughs! As an extra bonus, Starbucks has goodies to eat. Bid so you can enjoy all the delicious choices from a great coffee establishment. 343 Computers for the Blind Laptop Donated by Computers for the Blind Opening Bid $60 Computers for the Blind (CFTB) is dedicated to bridging the digital divide for the community of the Blind and Visually Impaired. We do this by providing affordable, accessible refurbished computers and training. The winner will receive our standard laptop which is a $250 value. The laptop includes Windows 11, 256GB SSD and 8GB RAM. To qualify for Software and Warranty, registration is required. A certificate will be included with the laptop which contains details about how to register. The winner must register within 30 days of receiving their computer. The certificate indicates the expiration date and redemption code for registration. You will receive 1-Year free license of JAWS, ZoomText, or Fusion, JAWS training and 1-Year Warranty. Contact us at service@computersfortheblind.org 344 3D “we hold these truths to be self-evident” Royal Blue T-shirt Donated by Blind Girl Designs Tricia Waechter Opening Bid $30 This classic Americana white puff ink tactile print combines bold 18th century typography with raised tactile braille. This is a very similar font that was used in the typed version of the Declaration of Independence. A circle of 13 large five-pointed stars frames the entire design, creating the look of an early American flag which was inspired by the spirit of 1776 and, of course, the 13 original colonies. At the top left and right corners of the print, the years “1776” and “2026” mark the 250-year anniversary of the United States. Beneath each year is a line of raised braille dots, adding a tactile reading element that complements the18th century fonts. Centered in the middle of the print, the famous and powerful phrase from the Declaration of Independence is stacked in dramatic vintage-style lettering “WE HOLD THESE TRUTHS TO BE SELF EVIDENT THAT ALL MEN ARE CREATED EQUAL.” Each section of text is paired with tactile braille underneath, allowing the message to be experienced both visually and through touch. The combination of distressed colonial inspired lettering and raised puff ink creates a striking and authentic dimensional effect. Below the main statement is a horizontal divider with a centered star, followed by the words: “UNITED STATES Of AMERICA.” Again, accompanied by tactile braille beneath the 18th century authentic wording the entire print is designed in clean white puff ink for a bold raised texture that stands out. The tactile surface gives the artwork depth, accessibility, and a handcrafted feel while maintaining a strong patriotic presentation. This T-shirt is 100% cotton, but do not size up because there is very little shrinkage when washed. You should wash inside out in cold wash and hang it to dry or tumble for a few minutes to get the wrinkles out. These t-shirts come in sizes youth small through large, adult small through five XL, tall large through three XL. All sizes are unisex and the winner gets to pick their own size. Enjoy celebrating our 250th anniversary with your Blind Girl Designs!!!! 345 Homemade Triple Play Oversized Cookies Donated by Brian Charlson Opening Bid $40 Here we go again; it's time for Brian's triple play oversized cookies. Those who have won this item in the past will attest to the flavor, size, and overall quality of this perennial auction favorite. You can choose one dozen from either classic chocolate chip, oatmeal raisin, or peanut butter. They are packaged individually. Feel free to offer them up as additions to gift baskets or pop them in the freezer to savor them over a few months or weeks. 346 $25 Panera Gift Card and $25 Dunkin Doughnuts Gift Card Donated by Diane Scalzi and Leslie Spoone Opening Bid $30 Enjoy or share delicious soups, sandwiches, salads, and baked goods with a $25 gift card from Panera Bread. Also included is a $25 Dunkin Doughnuts gift card to enjoy with friends or family. Cards are available as electronic or physical, your choice. 347 Embroidered Apron Donated by Terry Keyson of Braille Wear Opening Bid $25 Protect your clothing while you cook by wearing this lovely knee-length maroon apron with two front pockets. It has customized embroidery that is both visual and tactile. The embroidered wording on the front of the apron in print and braille is “Serving Up 20 Years “. Wow, celebrate the auction turning 20 years with this apron and your chef will look fantastic! 348 $75 Amazon E Gift Card Donated by Blue Grass Council of the Blind Opening Bid $40 Seventy-five dollars, ready to send by email or text, It's yours in the end. A click and a smile, a gift in a flash for someone you love or your own little splash. From BCB's heart to the auction fun, Bid with cheer and may you be the one. 349 Three hours of one-on-one personal happiness coaching along with Handwritten Booklets Donated by Darian Slayton Fleming of Embrace Happiness Opening Bid $25 The booklets are entitled: My AI: Affirmations and Intentions (this booklet has 31 suggested affirmations and 31 suggested intentions. Each section is followed by instructions about how to write your own affirmations and intentions and blank pages on which you can write your own affirmations and intentions. Also, My AI: Affirming and Intentional Self Care. This booklet describes the Happy for No Reason approach to designing your own happiness and practical exercises that will help you embody happiness through intentional self-care. You can enjoy these booklets in braille, large print, or standard print. Enjoy having this time with Darian Slayton Fleming who is a Certified Happiness Trainer and Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Darian will show you how to embrace happiness in these sessions. 350 Chocolate Peanut Butter Buckeyes Donated by Dan Spoone Opening Bid $40 Enjoy this 24-piece box of chocolate Peanut Butter Buckeyes. These are packed in our Ohio State Themed Buckeye box. What a yummy treat to either share with some friends or just keep them for yourself! Find out more at https://acb-convention.pinecast.co

Minnie Street between Butler Street and Brighton Street and Butler Street between Brighton Street and Minnie Street, will be closed to through traffic for tree work on June 22nd, 23rd and 24th, 2026.  The closure will take place between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM. Access to businesses/residences will be maintained, however through traffic will be required to use an alternate route. Condon Park access will only be available via eastbound travel on Butler Street.  Idaho Maryland Road, between Centreville Road and Brunswick Road will be closed to through traffic for tree work on June 24th, 25th and 26th, 2026.  The closure will also take place between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM. Access to businesses/residences will be maintained, however through traffic will be required to use an alternate route. Please observe all construction signs and the instructions of onsite personnel.  We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience. 

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Tree pests & diseases to look out for now, my guests' favorite native trees, and what to grow under trees

Introducing you to the Ga Forestry Commission, Ga Tree Council, the Ga Arborist Association, and Trees Atlanta! Thanks to Seth, Alicia, Logan, and Greg for being in-studio!

Two years after it launched, the Buckeye State Tree Nursery in Zanesville is distributing its first round of seedlings.

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This week's portion is called Chukat - Balak (Statues - Balak)TORAH PORTION: Numbers 20:7–21GOSPEL PORTION: John 12:12–36What verse spoke to you most today and why?Did you learn something about God?Daily Bread for Kids is a daily Bible reading podcast where we read through the Torah and the Gospels in one year! Helping young Bible-readers to study God's Word, while also discovering its Jewish context!THE KIDS' JOURNAL is available from ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://arielmedia.shop⁠⁠⁠⁠BUSY MOMS who want to follow the Daily Bread readings on podcast for adults, can go to ⁠⁠https://dailybreadmoms.com⁠⁠The Bible translation we are reading from is the Tree of Life Version (TLV) available from the Tree of Life Bible Society.INSTAGRAM: @dailybreadkids @arielmediabooks @dailybreadmomsTags: #DailyBreadMoms #DailyBreadJournal #BibleJournaling #Messianic #BiblePodcast #BiblicalFeasts #Journal #biblereadingplan #Messiah #JewishRoots #Yeshua #GodIsInControl #OneYearBible #MomLife #MotherCulture #FaithFilledMama #BiblicalWomanhood #Proverbs31woman

This week on The Great Outdoors with Charlie Potter, Charlie discusses the legendary tree tied to Robin Hood that has failed to bloom after nearly 1,200 years, raising questions about the future of one of England's most iconic natural landmarks. Plus, learn how training your eyes and improving observation skills can make you a better outdoorsman, whether […]

Pastor Matthew Johnson teaches that worship pleasing to God must first be sacrificial. Drawing from Romans 12:1–2, he unpacks what it means to offer your life as a living sacrifice - a daily, moment-by-moment choice to place God's will above your own. If you are willing to walk through the fire, transformation is on the other side.Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ky-nhg4ofB0 

Bro. Joe Morrison, Sunday, June 21, 2026 - 10AM

Since this episode lands on Father's Day, Jay decides to do something thematic for a change and assigns Mike one of the most acclaimed and divisive films of the 21st century: Terrence Malick's The Tree of Life. Is the film a profound meditation on fathers and sons, memory, grief, faith, and the very nature of existence? Or is it an overlong exercise in whispered narration, floating cameras, and cosmic self-importance? The guys tackle that question head-on and, perhaps unsurprisingly given the film's subject matter, find themselves wandering into some unexpectedly personal territory along the way. After the review, the guys count down their Bottom Five Creations, a collection of inventions, monsters, products, and catastrophically misguided acts of ingenuity that probably should have remained on the drawing board. Then it's time once again for Dueling Double Bills, where Mike and Jay attempt to pair randomly selected films into seat-filling double features and, as usual, discover that agreement is far less likely than argument. Finally, in a move that may qualify as self-harm under certain legal definitions, Mike and Jay announce an upcoming trip to the movie theater, where they'll willingly exchange approximately two mortgage payments for tickets, popcorn, and whatever fresh cinematic Hell awaits them on the big screen.

Named one of Portland's best new bands by the Willamette Week, ethereal indie folk band Essie and the Hum seem to have sprung to life fully-formed, with a musical cohesion and creative clarity that belies their scant 13 months together. The whole band is in the house this week to peel back the curtain on that creation myth and dive into the moments of change and growth that have propelled them so far. We also get into the gremlin-core good looks of Billy Joel; bone-conducting as an audio medium (pro or con?); gnat jewelry;  and paper eating (decidedly pro). Music this week:“I Am a Flower” by Essie and the Hum (22:34)“Fauna Song” By Rapman Gavin and Jesse the Tree (40:15)“Raccoon Eyes” by Essie and the Hum (1:06:15)“Nausea” by Laska (1:24:59)“La Bruja” by Arteaga (1:42:32)

A fire that started at a Boyle Heights cold storage facility on Wednesday continues to burn this weekend, blanketing Los Angeles in smoke. Pasadena Unified voted to remove dozens of trees across their campuses, sparking student backlash. A Lincoln Heights performance space pays tribute to Black queer clubs of years past over the Juneteenth weekend. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com

This week's portion is called Chukat - Balak (Statues - Balak)TORAH PORTION: Numbers 19:1–20:6GOSPEL PORTION: John 12:1–11What verse spoke to you most today and why?Did you learn something you need to do in your life?Daily Bread for Kids is a daily Bible reading podcast where we read through the Torah and the Gospels in one year! Helping young Bible-readers to study God's Word, while also discovering its Jewish context!THE KIDS' JOURNAL is available from ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://arielmedia.shop⁠⁠⁠⁠BUSY MOMS who want to follow the Daily Bread readings on podcast for adults, can go to ⁠⁠https://dailybreadmoms.com⁠⁠The Bible translation we are reading from is the Tree of Life Version (TLV) available from the Tree of Life Bible Society.INSTAGRAM: @dailybreadkids @arielmediabooks @dailybreadmomsTags: #DailyBreadMoms #DailyBreadJournal #BibleJournaling #Messianic #BiblePodcast #BiblicalFeasts #Journal #biblereadingplan #Messiah #JewishRoots #Yeshua #GodIsInControl #OneYearBible #MomLife #MotherCulture #FaithFilledMama #BiblicalWomanhood #Proverbs31woman

In this episode, Brian welcomes Kyle back to the show for a raw, boots-on-the-ground conversation about Kyle's new venture, Backcountry Bigfoot, a YouTube channel built around the real-life experience of Sasquatch research in the wild. Rather than presenting a polished, overly produced version of the subject, Kyle explains that his goal is to bring viewers directly into the backcountry with him, capturing the everyday reality of expeditions, campfire conversations, tree breaks, footprints, strange sounds, unexpected moments, and the humor, exhaustion, awe, and uncertainty that come with searching for Sasquatch in some of the most active wilderness areas he has worked.Kyle shares how Backcountry Bigfoot came together, including Brian's role in helping him land on the name and shape the idea into something that could become more than just a channel. He talks about wanting to fully immerse himself in filming, editing, guiding, and documenting his research, even though it is all new territory for him. The heart of the project is authenticity: walking through the woods, talking through evidence as it is found, sitting around the fire after a long day, and giving viewers the kind of raw access that many people will never be able to experience in person.The conversation moves into Kyle's research area near Radium, where Brian previously spent time in the field and had experiences that left a lasting impression. They discuss the remote journey into the area, the powerful feeling of being truly away from civilization, and the kind of activity reported there, including rock throwing, wood knocks, strange vocalizations, “samurai chatter,” trailer movement, eerie night walks, and multiple alleged Sasquatch sightings. Kyle also recounts several personal and witnessed encounters, including his father seeing a Sasquatch near camp and a guest watching one cross a trail just as darkness settled in.A major part of the discussion focuses on the evidence found throughout the area, especially the overwhelming number of tree breaks and the unusual footprints preserved in the thick mossy substrate. Kyle explains how the moss reacts to normal human traffic compared with the deep impressions he believes were left by extremely heavy beings, some lasting for years because the moss is crushed, torn, and effectively killed in the shape of a foot.  Brian reflects on how difficult it is to appreciate the scale and strangeness of the tree breaks without seeing them firsthand, especially when they appear high off the ground, methodically broken, and far beyond what an average person could reproduce.Brian and Kyle also revisit some of the most memorable locations from the expedition, including the area known as Pinner Playground, a strange section of forest filled with unusual stick formations, teepee-like structures, possible trackways, and an energy that both men describe as hard to explain. They also discuss the discovery of a massive structure involving enormous trees placed against an ancient tree deep in an area where machinery could not realistically access, raising more questions than answers about how it could have been made.Back Country Bigfoot YouTube ChannelEmail BrianJoin Our FREE NewsletterGet Brian's Books Leave Us A VoicemailVisit Our WebsiteBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.Have you had a Bigfoot encounter, Sasquatch sighting, Dogman experience, or other cryptid or paranormal encounter? We'd love to hear your story. Email brian@paranormalworldproductions.com to be featured on a future episode of Sasquatch Odyssey.Sasquatch Odyssey is a leading Bigfoot and cryptid podcast exploring real encounters, field research, and scientific analysis of the Sasquatch phenomenon.Follow the show and turn on automatic downloads so you never miss an episode.

If you enjoy this episode, we're sure you will enjoy more content like this on The Occult Rejects.  In fact, we have curated playlists on occult topics like grimoires, esoteric concepts and phenomena, occult history, analyzing true crime and cults with an occult lens, Para politics, and occultism in music. Whether you enjoy consuming your content visually or via audio, we've got you covered - and it will always be provided free of charge.  So, if you enjoy what we do and want to support our work of providing accessible, free content on various platforms, please consider making a donation to the links provided below.  Thank you and enjoy the episode!Links For The Occult Rejectshttps://linktr.ee/theoccultrejectsOccult Research Institutehttps://www.occultresearchinstitute.org/Cash Apphttps://cash.app/$theoccultrejectsVenmo@TheOccultRejectsBuy Me A Coffeebuymeacoffee.com/TheOccultRejectsPatreonhttps://www.patreon.com/TheOccultRejectsCore historical / comparative sourcesEncyclopaedia Britannica. “moon worship.” Good for the broad comparative frame: lunar symbolism, death-rebirth, hunting vs. agrarian patterns, and why the moon is sometimes male and sometimes female.Encyclopaedia Britannica. “The moon,” in Nature Worship: Celestial Phenomena as Objects of Worship or Veneration. Good for lunar phases, magical timing, menstruation/tides, dangerous dark days, eclipse anxiety, and symbolic variation.Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Celestial phenomena as objects of worship or veneration,” in Nature Worship. Useful for the broader claim that many hunting and gathering societies, and some pastoral and royal cultures, conceived the moon as male.MesopotamiaOracc / Ancient Mesopotamian Gods and Goddesses. “Nanna-Suen.” Best core reference for the identity, names, and cultic status of the Mesopotamian moon god.Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Sin.” Best quick reference for Nanna/Sin as moon god, his bull symbolism, Ur, fertility functions, and Nabonidus.Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Enheduanna.” Useful if you want to reference the priestly/literary world attached to the cult of Nanna at Ur.EgyptEncyclopaedia Britannica. “Khonsu.” Strong for Khonsu as youth, moon god, Pyramid Text background, and Karnak.Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Thoth.” Strong for Thoth as moon god of reckoning, learning, writing, and later Hermetic importance.The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Collections and bulletin material on Iah / Osiris-Iah and Egyptian lunar symbolism. Best for the more specialized lunar material beyond Khonsu and Thoth.Levant / Anatolia / Near EastEncyclopaedia Britannica. “Yarikh.” Best starting point for the Ugaritic / West Semitic moon god and the Nikkal marriage material.Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Kushukh.” Best for the Hurrian moon god, oath function, iconography, and Hittite adoption.Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Religions of the Hittites, Hattians, and Hurrians,” in Anatolian religion. Best broad source for Arma and the Hittite/Luwian/Hurrian lunar world.Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Men.” Best source for the later Anatolian moon god, iconography, and possible tie to Mao.ArabiaEncyclopaedia Britannica. “Arabian religion.” Good for the broad astral background of pre-Islamic Arabian religion.Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Pre-Islamic deities,” in Arabian religion. Essential for Wadd, ʿAmm, Ḥawl, and for correcting outdated claims about Almaqah and Syn.India and IranEncyclopaedia Britannica. “navagraha.” Good for Chandra/Soma in astrology and lived Hindu cosmology.Encyclopaedia Britannica. “nakshatra.” Best for lunar mansions, lunar months, and Chandra's mythic/calendar role.Encyclopaedia Britannica. “soma.” Essential for Soma as sacred drink and later lunar identification.Encyclopaedia Iranica. “Māh Yašt.” Best specialist source for the Iranian moon, lunar phases, and the “seed of the Bull” symbolism.Northern / Eastern EuropeBritannica Kids / Students. “Sól and Máni.” Good clean source for the Norse sibling pair and the male moon.Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Mēness.” Best source for the Baltic moon god, renewal, prayer, and agricultural strength.Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Slavic religion: Folk conceptions.” Essential for the masculine Slavic moon, kinship language, and lunar veneration.JapanEncyclopaedia Britannica. “Tsukiyomi.” Best short source for Tsukuyomi as moon god.Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Izanagi.” Useful for the birth of Tsukuyomi from purification and the Shintō context.Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Ukemochi no Kami.” Best source for the separation myth involving Tsukuyomi and Amaterasu.Indigenous / circumpolar traditionsEncyclopaedia Britannica. “Oral literatures,” in Mythologies of the Indigenous Peoples of the Americas. Best broad source for the Arctic male moon pursuing his sister the sun.Encyclopedia.com. “Igaluk.” Useful specialist entry for the Inuit moon god story.MesoamericaEncyclopaedia Britannica. “Aztec religion.” Best for the Teotihuacán fire myth and Tecciztécatl becoming the moon.Susan Milbrath. “The Moon in Meso-America.” Oxford Research Encyclopedia of Planetary Science (2020). Best specialist source for masculine moon material in Central Mexico and broader lunar roles in Mesoamerica.Qabalah / Jewish mysticism / occult sourcesHistorical Jewish mysticismEncyclopaedia Britannica. “sefirot.” Best concise source for the sefirot, including Yesod as “foundation.”Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Jewish mysticism,” in Judaism. Good for the broader Kabbalistic context.My Jewish Learning. “What Are the Sefirot?” Good readable support source for explaining sefirot on air.Western esoteric / occult QabalahDion Fortune. The Mystical Qabalah. Weiser, 2000. Strongest single occult source for Yesod as astral foundation, imaginal reservoir, and “treasure house of images” current.Aleister Crowley. 777 and Other Qabalistic Writings of Aleister Crowley. Weiser, 1986. Best for formal occult correspondences, including the Yesod-Moon scheme.Aleister Crowley. Magick Without Tears. New Falcon, 1991. Useful for Crowley's practical Qabalistic framing.Lon Milo DuQuette. The Chicken Qabalah of Rabbi Lamed Ben Clifford. Weiser, 2001. Good modern, readable summary of Yesod in Western occult terms.Israel Regardie. The Tree of Life: A Study in Magic. Weiser, 1972. Strong for Golden Dawn style Yesod/astral-plane framing.Gareth Knight. A Practical Guide to Qabalistic Symbolism. Weiser, 2001. Very useful for Yesod symbolism and the broader Tree of Life structure.Science / symbolism supportNASA Science. “Moon Phases.” Best source for the simple but important physical point that moonlight is reflected sunlight.NASA Science. “Eclipses.” Useful if you want a clean science-side reference when talking about eclipses before contrasting that with mythic fear and ritual response.Also want to remind people about the website, if you're into reading we have tons of information by multiple contributors, and we got t-shirts up on the site if you're interested. Fun fact, the art is all based on the eyeball. A

Puppies and kids can be the best of friends—but only when adults provide the guidance and structure both need to succeed.In this updated version of one of our most popular early episodes, we revisit puppy-and-child interactions using today's best practices in dog training and canine behavior. You'll learn why supervision matters, how to teach children the "Be a Tree" technique, when and how to use consent tests before petting, and simple handling exercises that help puppies feel comfortable with human touch.We'll also share practical family rules, common mistakes to avoid, and easy parent coaching scripts that help children learn to respect canine communication and boundaries.In this episode, you'll learn:• The four safe play rules every family should follow• How to teach children to respond when puppies become too excited• Why consent tests can improve safety and trust• Positive handling exercises for paws, ears, collars, and grooming• Early signs a puppy may need space• Parent-friendly language that encourages safe interactionsA few simple habits can help create a lifelong bond between your puppy and the children in your life. Tune in to learn how.Support the showFollow us on social mediaInstagram @BAXTERandBella Facebook @TheOnlinePuppySchool YouTube @BAXTERandBellaSubscribe to our site for FREE weekly training tips! Check out our FREE resources!Join our membership here.

Mark Oppenheimer spent decades thinking about Judy Blume before finally writing her biography — and the result is a book that is a serious inquiry into Blume's books, her personal story, and social and cultural dynamics of the 80-plus years in which she has lived. In this conversation, we talk about what it meant to be a boy who loved Judy Blume, why realist fiction for young people has largely given way to fantasy, and how Blume's work stirred up controversy even though she never courted it herself. Paying subscribers to The Unspeakeasy on Subtack can hear an extra long version of this conversation. Go to https://www.theunspeakablepodcast.com/subscribe to join or upgrade your subscription.  Guest bio: Mark Oppenheimer is a journalist, academic, and the author of several books including Squirrel Hill, about the 2018 Tree of Life synagogue shooting. His new biography, Judy Blume: A Life, is out now.

Three nine-year-old boys in a Massachusetts port town go looking for the schoolyard ghost called Skeleton Jack and instead find a tree that should not exist — black and leafless, cold enough to seem to drink the life out of the air — a tree one of them is dared to carve his name into, while something he can't see breathes in the dark just behind him.EPISODE BLOG PAGE (includes sources): https://weirddarkness.com/BlackTreeFEATURED STORIES IN THIS EPISODE: "The Abandoned Drive-In Theater" — A newcomer to North Carolina, biking past the ruins of a drive-in theater that's been dead for decades, hears an engine roar and turns to see a film flickering across the filthy, torn screen — then finds every speaker smashed and every wire long since severed, with no way the movie could have been playing at all. *** "He Showed Up To Work After His Funeral" — Six days before Christmas, a security guard helps lower his coworker Jake into the ground after a fatal heart attack — and two mornings later, arriving alone at the snowed-in, empty worksite, he finds Jake's car already parked in the lot. *** "The Black Tree in the Woods" — In a Massachusetts port town haunted by the schoolyard legend of a flayed pirate ghost, three nine-year-old boys push deep into a forbidden forest and find a short, withered tree that grows no leaves and seems to drink the life out of the air — and when one of them is dared to carve his name into its strangely soft bark, something he cannot see begins breathing in his ear.CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Show Open00:02:17.025 = The Abandoned Drive-In Theater00:07:35.119 = He Showed Up To Work After His Funeral ***00:17:39.759 = The Black Tree In The Woods ***00:58:35.975 = Show Close *** = Begins immediately after inserted ad breakLISTEN ON PODCAST APPS: Look for this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music, Pandora, TuneIn Radio, and other podcast apps. Get a list of free listening apps here: https://weirddarkness.com/wdapps*No AI Voices Are Used In The Narration Of This Podcast*SOURCES and RESOURCES:“The Abandoned Drive-In Theater” by January Nelson, from Thought Catalog: https://tinyurl.com/ybwbdgev“He Showed Up To Work After His Funeral” by Thomas J. Sotvedt: https://tinyurl.com/yckfue5w“The Black Tree In The Woods” submitted anonymously to Thought Catalog: https://tinyurl.com/y7rocj8v(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2026, Weird Darkness.Originally aired: June 10, 2020