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BGMania B-Sides #38 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bedroth steps into a softly glowing winter dream with Christmas Wonderland 3, a cozy hidden-object adventure that trades adrenaline for ambiance, inviting players to slow down and soak in the season's magic. Rooted in warmth, nostalgia, and gentle holiday cheer, Christmas Wonderland 3's soundtrack wraps familiar festive motifs in tender arrangements and calm, melodic phrasing. Twinkling melodies, soothing instrumentation, and a relaxed pace create an atmosphere that feels less like a crackling fireplace on a snowy evening, perfectly capturing the quiet joy and comforting traditions that define the holiday season. Email the show at bgmaniapodcast@gmail.com with requests for upcoming episodes, questions, feedback, comments, concerns, or any other thoughts you'd like to share! Special thanks to our Executive Producers: Jexak, Xancu, Jeff & Mike. EPISODE PLAYLIST AND CREDITS Merry Christmas from Christmas Wonderland 3 [Unknown, 2012] Mini Game 1 from Christmas Wonderland 3 [Unknown, 2012] Mini Game 3 from Christmas Wonderland 3 [Unknown, 2012] Music 1 from Christmas Wonderland 3 [Unknown, 2012] Music 2 from Christmas Wonderland 3 [Unknown, 2012] Music 3 from Christmas Wonderland 3 [Unknown, 2012] Music 4 from Christmas Wonderland 3 [Unknown, 2012] Silent Night from Christmas Wonderland 3 [Unknown, 2012] Three Kings from Christmas Wonderland 3 [Unknown, 2012] Wonderland from Christmas Wonderland 3 [Unknown, 2012] LINKS Patreon: https://patreon.com/bgmania Website: https://bgmania.podbean.com/ Discord: https://discord.gg/cC73Heu Facebook: BGManiaPodcast X: BGManiaPodcast Instagram: BGManiaPodcast TikTok: BGManiaPodcast YouTube: BGManiaPodcast Twitch: BGManiaPodcast PODCAST NETWORK Very Good Music: A VGM Podcast Listening Religiously

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Finding Joy Amidst Tivoli's Twinkling Wonderland Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2025-12-05-08-38-20-da Story Transcript:Da: Tivoli Gardens strålede i kulden denne december aften.En: Tivoli Gardens shone in the cold this December evening.Da: De mange lys glimtede som stjerner, og julens glæde fyldte luften.En: The many lights twinkled like stars, and the joy of Christmas filled the air.Da: Freja gik langs de smukt dekorerede boder, mens sneen lydløst landede omkring hende.En: Freja walked along the beautifully decorated stalls, while the snow silently landed around her.Da: Overalt var duften af ristede mandler og varm gløgg.En: Everywhere was the scent of roasted almonds and warm gløgg.Da: Hun trak vejret dybt ind og mærkede den velkendte blanding af spænding og pres.En: She breathed in deeply and felt the familiar mix of excitement and pressure.Da: Mikkel gik ved siden af hende med et varmt smil.En: Mikkel walked beside her with a warm smile.Da: "Det er smukt her, ikke?"En: "It's beautiful here, isn't it?"Da: spurgte han.En: he asked.Da: Freja nikkede, men følte sig splittet.En: Freja nodded, but felt torn.Da: Hun elskede julen, men ønsket om at gøre alle glade lå tungt på hendes skuldre.En: She loved Christmas, but the desire to make everyone happy weighed heavily on her shoulders.Da: De gik forbi boder med håndlavede julegaver.En: They passed stalls with handmade Christmas gifts.Da: "Se, Freja," sagde Mikkel, og pegede på en lille butik med juledekorationer.En: "Look, Freja," said Mikkel, pointing to a little shop with Christmas decorations.Da: "Skal vi kigge lidt nærmere på dem?"En: "Shall we take a closer look at them?"Da: Freja tøvede, men så nikkede hun.En: Freja hesitated, but then she nodded.Da: "Ja, lad os gøre det."En: "Yes, let's do that."Da: Inde i butikken var der varmt og hyggeligt.En: Inside the shop, it was warm and cozy.Da: Mikkel rørte ved nogle farverige glaskugler og lo.En: Mikkel touched some colorful glass balls and laughed.Da: "Kan du huske den jul, hvor træet faldt om, fordi vi lagde for mange kugler på den ene side?"En: "Do you remember that Christmas when the tree fell over because we put too many ornaments on one side?"Da: Freja brød ud i latter.En: Freja burst into laughter.Da: "Ja, og vi brugte hele aftenen på at få det på benene igen."En: "Yes, and we spent the whole evening trying to set it upright again."Da: De fortsatte deres tur gennem markedet.En: They continued their walk through the market.Da: Alting var så fredfyldt her.En: Everything was so peaceful here.Da: Mikkels glæde smittede af på Freja.En: Mikkel's joy was contagious to Freja.Da: Han behøvede ikke at gøre noget særligt—hans tilstedeværelse hjalp hende med at slippe sine bekymringer.En: He didn't need to do anything special—his presence helped her let go of her worries.Da: Skyerne delte sig, og der stod de foran den mest storslåede juletræ i hele Tivoli.En: The clouds parted, and there they stood in front of the most magnificent Christmas tree in all of Tivoli.Da: Det var dækket af tusindvis af små lys.En: It was covered with thousands of tiny lights.Da: Mikkel lagde en hånd på hendes skulder.En: Mikkel placed a hand on her shoulder.Da: "Lad os tage et øjeblik og nyde det her, bare os to," foreslog han.En: "Let's take a moment and enjoy this, just the two of us," he suggested.Da: Freja kiggede op mod de blinkende lys, mens julesalmer svagt lød fra et kor i nærheden.En: Freja looked up at the twinkling lights as Christmas carols softly sounded from a nearby choir.Da: Hun lukkede øjnene og mærkede roen brede sig.En: She closed her eyes and felt peace spreading.Da: "Tak, Mikkel," sagde hun stille.En: "Thank you, Mikkel," she said quietly.Da: "Jeg indså lige, at jeg ikke behøver at bære alles forventninger.En: "I just realized that I don't have to carry everyone's expectations.Da: Det er også min jul."En: It's my Christmas too."Da: Han smilte, "Det er sandt.En: He smiled, "That's true.Da: Og jeg er her for at nyde den med dig."En: And I'm here to enjoy it with you."Da: I det øjeblik, med sneen faldende omkring dem, fandt Freja den simple glæde ved at være til stede og dele øjeblikket med en ven.En: In that moment, with the snow falling around them, Freja found the simple joy of being present and sharing the moment with a friend.Da: Hun vidste, at hun kunne tillade sig selv at finde lykke uden pres.En: She knew she could allow herself to find happiness without pressure.Da: Julen handlede også om hendes egen glæde.En: Christmas was also about her own joy.Da: Og så stod de der, blot to mennesker i et vintereventyr, mens Tivoli Gardens glimtede omkring dem.En: And so they stood there, just two people in a winter wonderland, while Tivoli Gardens twinkled around them.Da: Freja vidste, at dette var den julestemning, hun havde længtes efter, frisk og ægte.En: Freja knew this was the Christmas spirit she had been longing for, fresh and genuine. Vocabulary Words:shone: stråledetwinkled: glimtededecorated: dekoreredestalls: bodersilently: lydløstroasted: ristedealmonds: mandlerexcitement: spændingpressure: prestorn: splittethandmade: håndlavedehesitated: tøvedecozy: hyggeligtornaments: kuglerpeaceful: fredfyldtcontagious: smittede afmagnificent: storslåedechoir: korpeace: roenrealized: indsåexpectations: forventningerspreading: brede sigallow: tilladelonging: længtesgenuine: ægtewinter wonderland: vintereventyrsharing: delejoy: glædepresence: tilstedeværelsehappiness: lykke

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Finding Purpose Among Tivoli's Twinkling Christmas Lights Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2025-12-02-23-34-02-da Story Transcript:Da: Mikkel trak sjalet tættere omkring skuldrene, mens snefnuggene dalede ned i Tivoli.En: Mikkel pulled the shawl closer around his shoulders, while snowflakes descended in Tivoli.Da: Omkring ham strakte julemarkedet sig med sine farverige boder.En: Around him, the Christmas market stretched out with its colorful stalls.Da: Lyset glimtede i træerne, og duften af gløgg og æbleskiver svømmede i luften.En: The lights twinkled in the trees, and the scent of gløgg and æbleskiver filled the air.Da: Mikkel følte sig lille blandt de mange mennesker, der lo og delte øjeblikke af glæde.En: Mikkel felt small among the many people who laughed and shared moments of joy.Da: Katrine ved hans side strålede af livsglæde.En: Katrine at his side radiated with the joy of life.Da: "Mikkel, denne stand ser spændende ud," sagde hun og trak ham mod en boder fyldt med håndlavede gaver.En: "Mikkel, this stall looks exciting," she said, pulling him towards a booth filled with handmade gifts.Da: Mikkel sukkede og kiggede rundt.En: Mikkel sighed and looked around.Da: Han tænkte på sin niece, der ventede på juleaften.En: He thought of his niece, who was waiting for Christmas Eve.Da: Hun elskede eventyr, præcis som han gjorde som barn.En: She loved adventures, just as he did when he was a child.Da: "Hvad leder du efter?"En: "What are you looking for?"Da: spurgte Katrine blidt.En: asked Katrine gently.Da: Mikkel tøvede.En: Mikkel hesitated.Da: "Noget særligt.En: "Something special.Da: Men jeg ved ikke rigtigt, om jeg har råd til noget specielt," indrømmede han.En: But I don't really know if I can afford anything special," he admitted.Da: Hun klappede ham på skulderen.En: She patted him on the shoulder.Da: "Husk, det er tanken, der tæller."En: "Remember, it's the thought that counts."Da: De gik videre.En: They moved on.Da: Mellem boderne fandt Mikkel en gammel trælegetøjsmager.En: Among the stalls, Mikkel found an old wooden toy maker.Da: Håndværkene mindede ham om hans barndom.En: The crafts reminded him of his childhood.Da: Små trædukker, der mindede om hans bedstefars værksteder, hvor historier blev skabt gennem simple figurer.En: Small wooden dolls that reminded him of his grandfather's workshops, where stories were created through simple figures.Da: Hans hjerte svulmede op.En: His heart swelled.Da: "Den her," hviskede han og pegede på en lille træelefant.En: "This one," he whispered, pointing to a little wooden elephant.Da: Den trængte til en historie, præcis som de mange historier, han havde indrammet på sine lærreder hjemme.En: It needed a story, just like the many stories he had framed on his canvases at home.Da: Katrine smilede.En: Katrine smiled.Da: "Perfekt."En: "Perfect."Da: Det lille ord bar større betydning, end Mikkel kunne have forestillet sig.En: The small word carried more significance than Mikkel could have imagined.Da: Han følte sig lettet.En: He felt relieved.Da: Med elefanten i hænderne nærmede de sig kasseapparatet.En: With the elephant in hand, they approached the cash register.Da: Kostbare ting kunne ikke måle sig med noget så ærligt.En: Precious things couldn't compare to something so honest.Da: Med gaven omhyggeligt pakket begav de sig videre gennem Tivolis eventyrlige have.En: With the gift carefully wrapped, they moved on through Tivoli's enchanting garden.Da: Den kolde vinterluft blev opvarmet af deres smil og glæde.En: The cold winter air was warmed by their smiles and joy.Da: Mikkel følte en ny våge.En: Mikkel felt a new sense of purpose.Da: Han var værdifuld, præcis som han var.En: He was valuable, just as he was.Da: Turen til julemarkedet blev en påmindelse om det enkle, det sande.En: The trip to the Christmas market became a reminder of the simple, the true.Da: Alt hvad han behøvede for at genskabe sig selv, var allerede ved hans side.En: Everything he needed to recreate himself was already by his side.Da: Mikkel greb Katrines hånd og lovede sig selv aldrig at glemme det igen.En: Mikkel grabbed Katrine's hand and promised himself never to forget it again.Da: Sammen gik de, fyldt med varme og glæde, videre ind i den glitrende vinternat.En: Together, filled with warmth and joy, they walked further into the shimmering winter night. Vocabulary Words:shawl: sjaletdescend: daledestall: bodertwinkle: glimtedescent: duftensnowflake: snefnughesitate: tøvedebooth: standhandmade: håndlavedepat: klappedesignificance: betydningcash register: kasseapparatetenchanting: eventyrligeradiate: stråledeadventure: eventyrprecious: kostbarecraft: håndværkworkshop: værkstedervaluable: værdifuldcreate: skabtascend: nærmedecanvas: lærrederwrapped: pakketpromise: lovedeshimmering: glitrendepurpose: vågerecreate: genskabesignificant: sandtremind: påmindelsefigure: figurer

Top Stories for November 29th Publish Date: November 29th PRE-ROLL: SUGAR HILL ICE SKATING From the BG AD Group Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. Today is Saturday, November 29th and Happy Birthday to Vin Scully I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by Gwinnett KIA Mall of Georgia. Piedmont Oncology Opens Early Detection Pancreatic Cancer Clinic, First of Its Kind in Georgia You can now use a digital driver’s license to buy beer, cigarettes in Georgia Musical events, attractions to get into the magical spirit of the holiday season All of this and more is coming up on the Gwinnett Daily Post podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen daily and subscribe! Break 1: Kia Mall of Georgia STORY 1: Piedmont Oncology Opens Early Detection Pancreatic Cancer Clinic, First of Its Kind in Georgia Piedmont Oncology just opened Georgia’s first Early Detection Pancreatic Cancer Clinic, and honestly, it’s a big deal. Pancreatic cancer is brutal—13% five-year survival rate, no screening test, vague symptoms that sneak up on you. But this clinic? It’s here to change that. Dr. Andrew Page, the clinic’s medical director, says early detection is everything. “Education about risk factors is critical,” he explained. The clinic will focus on genetic counseling, research collaborations with NIH and Mayo Clinic, and, hopefully, developing a much-needed screening test. None of this would’ve happened without donors like Purple Pansies. Their support is saving lives. STORY 2: You can now use a digital driver’s license to buy beer, cigarettes in Georgia Big news for Georgians: you can now use a digital driver’s license to buy alcohol, tobacco, and other age-restricted items. Yep, your phone just got even more useful. The Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS) announced the update Monday, calling it a “major step forward” in modernizing IDs. But here’s the catch: it’s up to individual businesses to accept them. No guarantees. Oh, and don’t try using a screenshot—doesn’t count. Retailers need a special mDL reader to scan the license, and staff still have to verify your age. Progress? Sure. Perfect? Not quite yet. STORY 3: Musical events, attractions to get into the magical spirit of the holiday season It’s that time again—holiday magic is everywhere, and Atlanta’s got no shortage of ways to celebrate. From concerts to tree lightings, here’s what’s happening: Holiday Shows at the FOX Theatre: Lauren Daigle’s Behold Christmas Tour (Dec. 4): Grammy-winning magic. Christmas Together (Dec. 6): Amy Grant, Cece Winans, and Michael W. Smith. A Drummer Boy Christmas (Dec. 8): for King + Country’s festive storytelling. Elf the Musical (Dec. 16–20): Buddy’s heartwarming journey. Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet (Dec. 23–24): Ballet meets acrobatics. Festive Attractions: Stone Mountain’s Flight to the North Pole (Nov. 8–Jan. 4): Help Santa save Christmas. Garden of Lights (Nov. 15–Jan. 11): Stroll through dazzling displays. Georgia Aquarium Holidays (Nov. 14–Jan. 2): Twinkling lights, Santa, and sea life. Don’t miss these great events! We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info. We’ll be right back Break 2: Ingles Markets - DTL HOLIDAY STORY 4: Student loan change could drain nurse pipeline, Ga. dean warns Nursing is no longer considered a “professional degree” by the U.S. Department of Education, and nurses are, understandably, furious. The change, tied to the “One Big Beautiful Bill”, means nursing students can’t access the $200,000 loan cap reserved for professional programs. Instead, they’re stuck with a $100,000 limit—less than what many need to cover tuition. Linda McCauley, dean of Emory’s Nursing School, didn’t hold back: “In a time when we desperately need more nurses, why make it harder? It feels like they didn’t think this through.” The fallout? Fewer nurses, more debt, and a lot of frustration. STORY 5: Flight delays: Here are your rights when flying over the holidays in 2025 Stuck at the airport? Here’s a tip: if your flight’s delayed more than three hours (domestic) or six hours (international), you’ve got rights. Travel expert Katy Nastro says airlines must offer a refund or rebook you—your choice. But here’s the catch: no double-dipping. You can’t get both. And meal vouchers? Only if the delay’s the airline’s fault, like staffing or mechanical issues. Hotels? Depends on the airline. The Department of Transportation even published a guide for what airlines owe you. Pro tip: screenshots of your license don’t count for ID. 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Fluent Fiction - Danish: A Winter's Tale: Confessions Under Tivoli's Twinkling Lights Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2025-11-29-08-38-20-da Story Transcript:Da: Tivoli Gardens var helt magisk.En: Tivoli Gardens was completely magical.Da: Det var vinter, og snefnug faldt let fra himlen over København.En: It was winter, and snowflakes fell gently from the sky over København.Da: Små lys glimtede fra træerne, og duften af brændte mandler fyldte luften.En: Small lights twinkled from the trees, and the scent of roasted almonds filled the air.Da: Det var julemarkedstid, og det var Frejas yndlingssted i verden.En: It was Christmas market time, and it was Freja's favorite place in the world.Da: Freja gik hånd i hånd med sin veninde Katrine.En: Freja walked hand in hand with her friend Katrine.Da: De havde længe aftalt denne tur til Tivoli.En: They had long planned this trip to Tivoli.Da: Jens var også med, men han gik lidt foran pigerne.En: Jens was also with them, but he walked a little ahead of the girls.Da: Han var som altid dybt optaget af de smukke lys og festlighederne omkring dem.En: As always, he was deeply engrossed in the beautiful lights and festivities around them.Da: "Du skal tage chancen i aften, Freja," sagde Katrine opmuntrende.En: "You should take the chance tonight, Freja," said Katrine encouragingly.Da: "Han ved ikke noget endnu.En: "He doesn't know anything yet."Da: "Freja nikkede, men hun kunne mærke nervøsiteten sprede sig i maven.En: Freja nodded, but she could feel the nervousness spreading in her stomach.Da: "Hvad hvis han ikke føler det samme?En: "What if he doesn't feel the same way?"Da: " spurgte hun usikkert.En: she asked uncertainly.Da: "Han er din ven, han vil forstå," beroligede Katrine.En: "He's your friend, he'll understand," Katrine reassured her.Da: "Og hvis du aldrig fortæller ham det, vil du aldrig vide det.En: "And if you never tell him, you'll never know."Da: "De nærmede sig pariserhjulet, og Freja indså, at det var nu eller aldrig.En: They approached the Ferris wheel, and Freja realized it was now or never.Da: Hun tog en dyb indånding og gik hen til Jens, der kiggede fascineret på en lille julemand, der vinkede fra en af boderne.En: She took a deep breath and walked over to Jens, who was fascinated by a small Santa waving from one of the stalls.Da: "Jens," startede Freja og kæmpede for at holde stemmen rolig midt i julesangene der spillede over højtalerne.En: "Jens," Freja started, struggling to keep her voice steady amidst the Christmas songs playing over the speakers.Da: "Jeg har noget, jeg vil sige.En: "I have something I want to say."Da: "Jens vendte sin opmærksomhed mod hende, smilende og uden en anelse om, hvad der skulle komme.En: Jens turned his attention to her, smiling and unaware of what was about to come.Da: "Hvad er det, Freja?En: "What is it, Freja?"Da: "Sne begyndte at falde lidt tungere nu, store fnug landede i Frejas hår.En: Snow began to fall a bit heavier now, large flakes landing in Freja's hair.Da: "Jeg.En: "I...Da: jeg har været vild med dig i lang tid.En: I've been fond of you for a long time.Da: Jeg ved, at det her kan ændre alt, men jeg kunne ikke holde det hemmeligt længere," sagde hun.En: I know this might change everything, but I couldn't keep it a secret any longer," she said.Da: Der var et øjebliks stilhed mellem dem, kun afbrudt af lyden af folk, der lo og julemusik, der spillede videre.En: There was a moment of silence between them, only interrupted by the sound of people laughing and Christmas music playing on.Da: Jens kiggede længe på Freja, og så brød et varmt smil frem på hans læber.En: Jens looked at Freja for a long time, and then a warm smile spread across his lips.Da: "Freja, jeg havde ingen anelse," sagde han blidt.En: "Freja, I had no idea," he said gently.Da: "Men jeg er glad for, at du fortalte mig det.En: "But I'm glad you told me.Da: Måske er det værd at finde ud af, hvor dette kan føre os hen.En: Maybe it's worth finding out where this could lead us."Da: "Frejas hjerte sprang et slag over.En: Freja's heart skipped a beat.Da: Hun kunne næsten ikke tro, hvad hun hørte.En: She could hardly believe what she was hearing.Da: Et forsigtigt smil delte sig på hendes ansigt, da Jens trak hende ind til et kram.En: A cautious smile formed on her face, as Jens pulled her into a hug.Da: Sneen dalede tungt omkring dem, som et tæppe af hvid magi.En: The snow fell heavily around them, like a blanket of white magic.Da: Mens de stod der, omgivet af Tivoli Gardens glimtende lys, vidste Freja, at hun havde gjort det rigtige.En: As they stood there, surrounded by Tivoli Gardens' twinkling lights, Freja knew she had done the right thing.Da: Hun havde taget chancen, og nu kunne alt ske.En: She had taken the chance, and now anything could happen.Da: Selvom deres forhold nu ville tage en ny drejning, følte hun sig pludselig mere sikker i sig selv, klar til hvad der end måtte komme.En: Even though their relationship would now take a new turn, she suddenly felt more confident in herself, ready for whatever might come. Vocabulary Words:snowflakes: snefnugtwinkled: glimtederoasted: brændtealmonds: mandlerfestivities: festlighederneencouragingly: opmuntrendenervousness: nervøsitetenuncertainly: usikkertreassured: beroligedeapproached: nærmedestruggling: kæmpedesteadily: roligtfascinated: fascineretsilence: stilhedunaware: uden en anelsefond: vild medsecret: hemmeligtinterrupted: afbrudtwarm: varmtsmile: smilhug: kramblanket: tæppemagical: magiskconfident: sikkerturn: drejningplanned: aftaltspread: sprededeeply: dybtspreading: spredte sigrealized: indså

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Reuniting Under Tivoli's Twinkling Lights: A Family Rekindled Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2025-11-25-08-38-20-da Story Transcript:Da: Tivoli Gardens glimtede i aftenmørket som en eventyrverden, en oase midt i Københavns hjerte.En: Tivoli Gardens shimmered in the evening darkness like a fairy-tale world, an oasis in the heart of København.Da: Det var efterår, og luften var skarp og frisk.En: It was autumn, and the air was sharp and fresh.Da: De første julemarkeder var allerede åbne, og duften af gløgg og brændte mandler fyldte luften.En: The first Christmas markets were already open, and the scent of gløgg and roasted almonds filled the air.Da: Lars stod ved indgangen, nervøs, men beslutsom.En: Lars stood at the entrance, nervous but determined.Da: Han trak vejret dybt og tænkte på, hvordan han skulle nå hertil.En: He took a deep breath and thought about how he had reached this point.Da: Det var lang tid siden, familien var samlet.En: It had been a long time since the family had gathered.Da: Konflikter og misforståelser havde splittet dem.En: Conflicts and misunderstandings had divided them.Da: Men Tivoli havde altid været deres fælles sted, deres barndommens fristed.En: But Tivoli had always been their common place, their childhood sanctuary.Da: Han ville genoplive det minde og bringe sine søskende sammen igen.En: He wanted to revive that memory and bring his siblings together again.Da: Det var nu eller aldrig.En: It was now or never.Da: Astrid kom først.En: Astrid arrived first.Da: Hun var altid praktisk, den der løste problemer med et roligt sind.En: She was always practical, the one who solved problems with a calm mind.Da: Hendes øjne mødte Lars', og et lille smil gled over hendes læber.En: Her eyes met Lars', and a small smile crossed her lips.Da: Der var stadig en tension mellem dem, men hun var kommet.En: There was still tension between them, but she had come.Da: Det var en start.En: It was a start.Da: Kasper var sidst, den yngste og evigt optimistiske.En: Kasper was last, the youngest and eternally optimistic.Da: Hans smil var smittende, og han omfavnede begge sine søskende.En: His smile was infectious, and he embraced both his siblings.Da: “Jeg vidste, I ville gøre det her,” sagde han muntert.En: "I knew you would do this," he said cheerfully.Da: De begyndte at gå gennem haven, talte lidt akavet om vejr og travlhed.En: They began to walk through the garden, talking a little awkwardly about the weather and busyness.Da: Julelysene lyste parken op med et magisk skær, og julemusikken spillede sagte i baggrunden.En: The Christmas lights illuminated the park with a magical glow, and Christmas music played softly in the background.Da: Men pludselig, en pludselig stilhed.En: But suddenly, a sudden silence.Da: En strømafbrydelse kastede Tivoli i mørke.En: A power outage plunged Tivoli into darkness.Da: Alle lysene gik ud, også lydene af musik og latter forstummede.En: All the lights went out, and the sounds of music and laughter were silenced.Da: Det var her, uden lysets distraktion, at virkeligheden trængte sig på.En: It was here, without the distraction of light, that reality pressed in.Da: De stod dér, bare dem og mørket.En: They stood there, just them and the darkness.Da: Lars tog mod til sig.En: Lars gathered his courage.Da: Han sukkede og sagde: “Jeg er ked af alt, der skete.En: He sighed and said, "I'm sorry for everything that happened.Da: Jeg savner jer begge, og jeg vil have, vi finder hinanden igen.En: I miss you both, and I want us to find each other again."Da: ”Astrid tog hans hånd.En: Astrid took his hand.Da: “Jeg savner også jer.En: "I miss you too.Da: Vi burde have talt om det for længe siden.En: We should have talked about it long ago."Da: ” Kasper, som ikke kunne holde en tåre tilbage, nikkede ivrigt.En: Kasper, unable to hold back a tear, nodded eagerly.Da: “Familie er vigtigst.En: "Family is most important.Da: Vi har altid Tivoli, os tre.En: We always have Tivoli, the three of us."Da: ”Tivoli begyndte langsomt at vågne op igen.En: Tivoli slowly began to awaken again.Da: Lysene tændtes ét efter ét, og haven blomstrede op af skyggerne.En: The lights turned on one by one, and the garden blossomed out of the shadows.Da: Med lysene kom en ny begyndelse.En: With the lights came a new beginning.Da: De tre søskende stod dér, samlet igen.En: The three siblings stood there, reunited.Da: Det var ikke uden udfordringer, men kærlighed var der, stærkere end før.En: It was not without challenges, but love was there, stronger than before.Da: De forlod haven som en enhed, hånd i hånd, vidende at det var det, deres barndomsminde havde gjort muligt.En: They left the garden as a unit, hand in hand, knowing that this was what their childhood memory had made possible.Da: De vidste, at de fremover ville værne om deres bånd.En: They knew that in the future they would cherish their bond.Da: Det var kun begyndelsen på deres nye historie sammen.En: It was only the beginning of their new story together. Vocabulary Words:shimmered: glimtedeoasis: oasesharp: skarpgathered: samletconflicts: konfliktermisunderstandings: misforståelserrevive: genoplivetension: tensionawkwardly: akavetilluminated: lysteglow: skærplunged: kastedesilenced: forstummedereality: virkelighedpressed: trængtecourage: modeagerly: ivrigtblossomed: blomstredeshadows: skyggernereunited: samletchallenges: udfordringercherish: værnebond: bånddetermined: beslutsometernally: evigtinfectious: smittendecheerfully: muntertdistraction: distraktionsighed: sukkedeunable: ikke kunne

Is decorating early the secret to actually enjoying the holidays? In this episode, Jessica and Kelly discuss their holiday preparations, including early Christmas decorations and family traditions. They also share their recent travel experiences, particularly a trip to a Notre Dame football game, highlighting the challenges of winter weather and the joy of reconnecting with friends. Inside This Conversation:  Decorating early for the holidays can reduce stress. The holiday season can be busy, but it's important to enjoy it. Twinkling lights create a cozy atmosphere in the home. Traveling during the fall can be easier before the holiday rush. Experiencing winter weather can be challenging but memorable. College traditions can strengthen friendships over time. Driving in bad weather requires caution and preparation. It's important to find joy in holiday gatherings with family. Sharing experiences with friends can create lasting memories. Don't hesitate to try new things, even if they seem daunting.   Chapters 00:00 Holiday Preparations and Traditions 03:30 Travel Adventures and College Friendships 06:25 Weather Challenges and Driving Experiences 12:10 Reflections on Fun and New Experiences Connect With Us:

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From May 22, 2020. Join us today as we talk about radio transmitters found in the twinkling heart of the Milky Way. Then we'll look at an asteroid that has a comet-like tail. And finally, Bennu is about to be sampled by OSIRIS-Rex, and we helped make that happen!   We've added a new way to donate to 365 Days of Astronomy to support editing, hosting, and production costs.  Just visit: https://www.patreon.com/365DaysOfAstronomy and donate as much as you can! Share the podcast with your friends and send the Patreon link to them too!  Every bit helps! Thank you! ------------------------------------ Do go visit http://www.redbubble.com/people/CosmoQuestX/shop for cool Astronomy Cast and CosmoQuest t-shirts, coffee mugs and other awesomeness! http://cosmoquest.org/Donate This show is made possible through your donations.  Thank you! (Haven't donated? It's not too late! Just click!) ------------------------------------ The 365 Days of Astronomy Podcast is produced by the Planetary Science Institute. http://www.psi.edu Visit us on the web at 365DaysOfAstronomy.org or email us at info@365DaysOfAstronomy.org.

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Title: "In the Twinkling of an Eye" 1 Corinthians 15:51-53 This is perhaps one of the most exciting and yet confusing verse in the new testament. I see this passage as clearly teaching the rapture of the church , yet I do realize that there are many that would disagree with me. But, I think the key to understanding this passage is to see the phrase "we shall not all sleep(die) but we will be changed-that is there will be a group of people-(believers) who will not die but will be changed. In other words, we will not die but we will take on a new body made for heaven because we will be taken straight to heaven , by -passing death itself.

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Ruby has passed the mic to Wayilwan storyteller and journalist Laura Murphy-Oates for this special NAIDOC Week episode of News Time.NAIDOC week is a time to celebrate and recognise the achievements, history and culture of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. The theme this year is ‘The Next Generation: Strength, Vision and Legacy', and on this episode of News Time, you'll meet some of the next generation of First Nations artists, firefighters, environmentalists and trailblazers.Quiz Questions1.What did Jeremy design for NAIDOC Week?2.What does Arlene volunteer doing?3.What do koala's eyes look like when a light is shone on them at night?4.In which state or territory is the NAIDOC Little Athletics event happening?5.What does the work Yorrook mean in Wamba Wamba language?Bonus Tricky QuestionHow do you say 'thank you' in Wayilwan?Answers1.The official poster2.Firefighter3.Twinkling stars4.Queensland5.TruthBonus Tricky AnswerGamba Njindu

What makes someone betray their country? It's rarely just about money. In this episode, you'll hear from a retired CIA officer who spent 25 years recruiting foreign spies by tapping into something deeper than greed. Jim Lawler shares real stories from his career in human intelligence, where persuasion was built on empathy, trust, and understanding what truly drives people. From failed pitches to high-stakes successes, he explains the psychology behind espionage, how personal stress becomes a powerful leverage point, and why most people who commit treason believe they've been betrayed first. Whether you're curious about spycraft or just want a better grasp of human behavior, this conversation pulls back the curtain on how people can be influenced to cross the line. Show Notes: [00:50] Jim was a CIA operations officer. His job was to recruit foreign spies for the CIA. [01:21] Most of his career was about battling weapons of mass destruction. His specialty was human intelligence and recruiting foreign spies was the backbone of that. [02:32] He's now a speaker and a teacher. He's also written three spy novels. [03:02] MICE Framework: Money, Ideology, Coercion, and Ego. [05:11] Jim shares a story from one of his first recruitment pitches. He also found out that revenge is a driving force for espionage. [11:58] Polygraph tests are stress detectors. [15:16] Divorce is one of the most psychologically tumultuous times in a person's life. When recruiting, Jim would become their best friend because he never once recruited a happy person. [16:07] He would study the crack system like a rock climber. He was a keen listener and very curious.  [17:33] Empathy and patience were everything when recruiting spies. [20:21] Jim talks about the metaphysics, which is like a neural link where he would put out what he would envision as an invisible link to the brain of his recruits. [22:11] If something is too good to be true it is. [23:45] As a recruiter, he had to manipulate, exploit, and subvert people to get them to do what he wanted them to do. [27:58] Jim believes in treating people the way he would like to be treated. He was sincere with his actions. [28:35] He believes in using his powers of persuasion for good. [32:43] Over 90% of the people he pitched became assets. [33:48] Jim explains what a cold pitch is and the objective to get the second meeting.  [36:58] His novels are thinly based on operations he did. A lot of his stories are based on things that he has done or things that his colleagues have done. Thanks for joining us on Easy Prey. Be sure to subscribe to our podcast on iTunes and leave a nice review.  Links and Resources: Podcast Web Page Facebook Page whatismyipaddress.com Easy Prey on Instagram Easy Prey on Twitter Easy Prey on LinkedIn Easy Prey on YouTube Easy Prey on Pinterest Jim Lawler - SPYEX The Traitor's Tale (The Guild Series Book 3) In the Twinkling of an Eye: A Novel of Biological Terror and Espionage (The Guild Series Book 2) Living Lies: A Novel of the Iranian Nuclear Weapons Program (The Guild Series Book 1) Soulcatcher: James Lawler Discusses The Motivations For Espionage

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Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!The little lights aren't twinkling, Clark.As we chew through some ultra-dry turkey, John Buhler (Staff Writer, FanSided.com) and Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) have given The Starters exactly what they deserved for Christmas, which was a Christmas-themed episode of False Start!The guys served up the following segments to ring in the holiday season: Noel or No, L, Stocking, Stock Out or Chinese Food, Cole or Coal?, Bah, Humbug!, The Little Lights Aren't Twinkling, Clark, and So You Say Want a New Year's Resolution, Well, You Know?!You Don't Even Know?!It has been the best and dumbest college football season ever.Enjoy this Christmas-themed episode of False Start from Buhler and Cody!

Dwell - Part 4:  God in the Man Christmas is a time of awe and wonder for many people. Twinkling lights, festive decorations, and manger scenes with Mary, Joseph and baby Jesus. Against the backdrop of reindeer and snowmen, it can cause us to ask the question “what is Jesus doing here?” The answer to that question is found by retracing our steps back to the Garden of Eden—God’s first dwelling place where there was a perfect connection between heaven and earth. The progression from the Garden to the manger is the culmination of God redeeming what was lost.

The holidays are in full swing, and homes are shining bright with fairy lights, glittering tinsel, and stunning Christmas trees. While your decorations might impress your guests, they could be causing your Wi-Fi to drag! Yes, those festive decorations might be slowing down your internet. Why - and how to fix it! Christmas Decorations Slowing Down Your Wi-Fi Fairy lights: Twinkling fairy lights are a must-have for setting the holiday mood, but they can also create electromagnetic interference that disrupts your Wi-Fi signal. This happens because these lights emit frequencies that overlap with those used by your router, particularly if they're blinking or in close proximity to the device. This results in slower speeds and buffering when you're trying to stream your favourite Christmas movie. What to do:Place your router as far away from fairy lights as possible and consider using LED lights with lower interference potential. Tinsel: Tinsel adds sparkle to your tree, but its metallic surface reflects Wi-Fi signals, causing them to bounce away from where they're needed. This can create "dead zones" where your internet connection weakens. What to do Avoid decorating your router with tinsel or other metallic objects. Use non-metallic decor near areas where you need strong Wi-Fi speed. Christmas tree Your Christmas tree, especially when covered in lights and ornaments, can block Wi-Fi signals if it's too close to your router. The tree itself and all the decorations on it can reduce the strength of your connection. What to do:Position your tree and router in separate areas. If your router is centrally located for optimal coverage, ensure the tree isn't directly in its path. 3 Simple Tips to Keep Your Wi-Fi Working Well Move the router Keep your router away from fairy lights, tinsel, and your Christmas tree. Place it in an open, central spot, preferably up high, to get the best coverage. Minimise disruption: Devices like microwaves and baby monitors can also interfere with your Wi-Fi signal. Keep your router away from these to ensure better performance. Extend your signal If your Wi-Fi doesn't reach all areas of your home, try a Wi-Fi extender to ensure a stronger, more reliable connection throughout. This Christmas, you don't have to choose between festive decorations and a reliable connection. By following these tips, you can enjoy the best of both worlds. Tips suggested by Virgin Media Ireland See more breaking stories here.

A very festive hour starts with Renee Main from the Salvation Army joining to talk about the need for more donations during this year's kettle campaign. You can donate your time to ring bells, donate to the campaign in person, or log onto their website to give. Lisa Mitchell joins from Bosse's News & Tobacco in DePere to let us know about a book signing taking place this evening at the shop. Then, we talk about twinkling lights at the Green Bay Botanical Garden with Linda Gustke. They have over 350,000 lights on display, and for many folks and families, this starts off their holiday season. Click this link for details on their WPS Garden of Lights. Maino and the Mayor is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-9 am on WGBW in Green Bay and on WISS in Appleton/Oshkosh. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast lineup. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with Maino and the Mayor! Guests: Renee Main, Lisa Mitchell, Linda Gustke

"In the Twinkling of an Eye" is a story about espionage, family love, and loyalty, focused on a Russian-North Korean conspiracy to develop a devastating biological weapon for assassination, terror and genocide, as written by a senior CIA operations officer whose career was devoted to battling the spread of weapons of mass destruction. This is the second book in the thrilling Guild Series!In 1986, a Ukrainian teenager loses his father and his own left eye to the Chernobyl nuclear disaster, but he escapes and becomes a top-notch genetics engineer at Moscow State University. There, he is seduced into joining a well-funded new genetics institute where he hopes to develop a genetic solution (better than CRISPR) to cure his twelve-year old daughter's leukemia that is a result of her damaged genes that she inherited from his radiation exposure. But soon he learns that the Institute is actually a coverup run by the Russian intelligence service and is secretly developing advanced genetic bioweapons with the North Koreans for assassination, terror, and genocide. The Ukrainian scientist feels he must remain at the institute, however, in order to find a cure for his dying daughter.Parallel to this story, a young North Korean girl escapes to South Korea via a North Korean attack tunnel beneath the DMZ. Her father, the North Korean military mining engineer who designed the tunnel, dies during the attempt, and she loses her younger brother with whom she was escaping. She is adopted by a Korean-American US military officer and grows up to be an FBI special agent devoted to battling WMD, who secretly recruits the Ukrainian scientist.In the course of their work, the FBI agent equips the Ukrainian scientist with a new glass eye with microelectronics on the nano scale that enables him to record covertly everything he sees and hears and transmit his intelligence to her daily through one of his daughter's dolls that has advanced artificial intelligence. It is perfect revenge for a character, who has lost his eye as a teenager, is scarred for life and has lost his beloved father due to Soviet incompetence at Chernobyl. The doll is virtually sentient and is a stand-in for the female FBI agent whom she resembles. In so doing, the agent overcomes the biggest obstacles that spies traditionally face: safely communicating frequently with their case officer for operational guidance and psychological reinforcement and transmitting critical information in a timely fashion.Together, the scientist and the FBI agent must prevent Russia and North Korea from using the bioweapons for assassination and mass murder of regime opponents.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/houseofmysteryradio. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/houseofmysteryradio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Finding Christmas Magic in København's Twinkling Market Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2024-12-06-08-38-20-da Story Transcript:Da: Frejas øjne lyste op, da hun gik ind på julemarkedet i København.En: Frejas eyes lit up as she entered the Christmas market in København.Da: Lyset fra de mange boder blinkede som stjerner, og duften af gløgg og kanel kærtegnede hendes næse med en indbydende varme.En: The light from the many stalls twinkled like stars, and the scent of gløgg and cinnamon caressed her nose with an inviting warmth.Da: Hun trak Viktor med sig gennem trængslen, mens hans latter rungede under de små juletræer, der prydede hver en hjørne.En: She pulled Viktor along through the crowd, while his laughter echoed beneath the small Christmas trees that adorned every corner.Da: "Se Freja," sagde Viktor med en begejstret stemme, mens han pegede på en bod fyldt med håndlavet legetøj.En: "Look, Freja," Viktor said excitedly, pointing at a stall filled with handmade toys.Da: "Min nevø ville elske det her trætog!"En: "My nephew would love this wooden train!"Da: Men Freja rystede tøvende på hovedet.En: But Freja shook her head hesitantly.Da: "Det er ikke lige passende til min lillesøster," svarede hun stille.En: "It's not quite suitable for my little sister," she replied softly.Da: Hun var fast besluttet på at finde en gave, der ville få hendes families øjne til at lyse op af glæde.En: She was determined to find a gift that would make her family's eyes light up with joy.Da: De fortsatte deres gang, mens Freja nu og da kiggede på de mange boder.En: They continued their walk, while Freja occasionally glanced at the many stalls.Da: Hun var begæret om ikke at lade Victors forslag forstyrre sin egen intuition.En: She was intent on not letting Viktor's suggestions disrupt her own intuition.Da: Fra tid til anden mærkede hun presset fra de mange valg, som truede med at overvælde hende.En: From time to time, she felt the pressure of the many choices, threatening to overwhelm her.Da: Da de kom til den del af markedet, hvor lysene glitrede lidt mere magisk, mødte de Astrid.En: When they reached the part of the market where the lights glittered a bit more magically, they met Astrid.Da: Frejas storesøster sluttede sig til dem med et roligt smil.En: Frejas older sister joined them with a calm smile.Da: Hun var altid praktisk, altid med et klart blik på, hvad der faktisk var nødvendigt.En: She was always practical, always with a clear view of what was truly necessary.Da: "Du behøver ikke købe den dyreste gave," sagde Astrid til Freja med sin velkendte, rolige stemme.En: "You don't need to buy the most expensive gift," Astrid said to Freja in her familiar, calm voice.Da: "Det vigtigste er tanken bag."En: "The most important thing is the thought behind it."Da: Freja tog et dybt åndedrag og tænkte over sine søsters ord.En: Freja took a deep breath and considered her sister's words.Da: Det fik hende til at indse, at der var mere ved gavegivningen end prisen eller størrelsen.En: It made her realize that there was more to gift-giving than the price or size.Da: Pludselig, mens markedets klokker begyndte at ringe for dagens afslutning, fangede noget hendes øje.En: Suddenly, as the market's bells started ringing to mark the day's end, something caught her eye.Da: En lille bod gemt mellem to større boder havde små håndlavede ornamenter hængende.En: A small stall nestled between two larger ones had little handmade ornaments hanging.Da: Et af dem, en lille keramisk engel med vinger i guldmaling, tiltrak hende straks.En: One of them, a small ceramic angel with wings painted in gold, immediately drew her in.Da: Den var enkel, men strålede af kærlighed og varme.En: It was simple, but radiated love and warmth.Da: "Dette er den perfekte gave," udbrød Freja med en følelse af lettelse i stemmen.En: "This is the perfect gift," Freja exclaimed with a sense of relief in her voice.Da: Viktor nikkede anerkendende, og Astrid sendte hende et opmuntrende smil.En: Viktor nodded approvingly, and Astrid gave her an encouraging smile.Da: Med posen fyldt med den lille skat og et par andre nøje udvalgte gaver, så Freja ud mod nattehimlen.En: With her bag filled with the little treasure and a few other carefully chosen gifts, Freja looked out at the night sky.Da: Sneen faldt blidt som hvidt slør i skæret fra de mange julelys.En: The snow fell gently like a white veil under the glow of the many Christmas lights.Da: Freja følte en varm ro indeni.En: Freja felt a warm calm within her.Da: Ikke kun fordi hun havde fundet de perfekte gaver, men også fordi hun endelig havde fundet balancen mellem at lytte til sine venner og sin egen mavefornemmelse.En: Not just because she had found the perfect gifts, but also because she had finally found the balance between listening to her friends and her own instincts.Da: Mens de gik væk fra markedet, arm i arm og latteren blandet med sneens stilhed, vidste Freja, at julens sande ånd ikke lå i genstandene, men i det kærlige bånd hun delte med sin familie.-END-En: As they walked away from the market, arm in arm and laughter mingling with the silence of the snow, Freja knew that the true spirit of Christmas wasn't in the objects, but in the loving bond she shared with her family. Vocabulary Words:lit up: lyste optwinkled: blinkedestalls: boderscent: duftcaressed: kærtegnedecrowd: trængslenechoed: rungedeadorned: prydedeexclaimed: udbrødhesitantly: tøvendesuitable: passendedetermined: fast besluttetoccasionally: nu og daintent: begæretdisrupt: forstyrreintuition: intuitionoverwhelm: overvældeglittered: glitredepractical: praktiskfamiliar: velkendteconsidered: tænkte overrealize: indresesize: størrelserang: ringedenestled: gemtornaments: ornamenterceramic: keramiskradiated: stråledeapprovingly: anerkendendeencouraging: opmuntrende

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About the Lecture: James Lawler's talk, titled “Soulcatcher,” delves into the complex and often disturbing motivations that drive ordinary people to commit espionage. Drawing from his extensive 25-year career as a senior CIA case officer, during which he earned prestigious honors such as the Donovan Award, the CIA Director's Award, the HUMINT Collector of the Year Award, and the Trailblazer Award, Mr. Lawler provides a vivid, hard-hitting account of the realities of intelligence work. Through real-life examples, he reveals the psychological and emotional triggers that lead individuals to betray their countries, and discusses the crucial role that recruiting these intelligence sources plays in safeguarding the national security of the U.S. and its allies. While maintaining the unclassified nature of his presentation by omitting specific details like the time, place, and nationality of the spies he recruited, Mr. Lawler offers valuable insights into the methods he used to convince these individuals to cooperate. He also touches on his role in the takedown of the A.Q. Khan nuclear weapons network, one of the most significant intelligence operations in modern history. Though he must avoid many of the sensitive aspects of this operation, he speaks in general terms about the challenges and successes of disrupting this dangerous network, which involved Pakistan and Libya. Having delivered this talk twice at Johns Hopkins School for Advanced International Studies to great acclaim, Mr. Lawler believes it would be equally compelling and appropriate for an audience at IWP. About the Speaker: James Lawler is a national security consultant and Senior Partner at MDO Group, where he provides HUMINT training to the Intelligence Community and the commercial sector, with a focus on WMD, counterintelligence, technical, and cyber issues. A noted speaker on insider threats in government and industry, he has appeared on numerous national podcasts. Mr. Lawler served as a CIA operations officer for 25 years, with five overseas assignments from 1982 to 1994, and later as Chief of the Counterproliferation Division's Special Activities Unit. A member of the CIA's Senior Intelligence Service (SIS-3) from 1998 until his retirement in 2005, he specialized in recruiting foreign spies, dedicating much of his career to combating the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. As Chief of the A.Q. Khan Nuclear Takedown Team, Mr. Lawler led the effort to dismantle the most dangerous nuclear weapons network in history. His leadership earned him the CIA's Trailblazer Award in 2007, and high praise from former DCI George Tenet, who stated, “What you and your team have achieved will rank up there as one of the most spectacular intelligence accomplishments in the history of the CIA.” Former DDCI John McLaughlin called it “the closest thing I've ever seen to a perfect intelligence operation.” Mr. Lawler also received the Director's Award, the U.S. Intelligence Community's HUMINT Collector of the Year Award, and the Donovan Award. Before joining the CIA, he practiced law and served as president of a steel components company in Texas. A graduate of Rice University and the University of Texas School of Law, Mr. Lawler is also an accomplished author, with two CIA-cleared espionage novels, *Living Lies* and *In the Twinkling of an Eye*. He is currently working on his third novel, *The Traitor's Tale*. Mr. Lawler is married with three children and seven grandsons.

Bible Reading: 2 Corinthians 4:6"There must be a thousand fireflies out tonight!" Juan exclaimed. Dad had turned off the yard light. The blinking green and orange light from the insects became easier to see. Juan unscrewed the lid from a clean plastic peanut butter container that his dad had poked with a screwdriver to make air holes.He ran to the center of the yard and stood still. Twinkling fireflies fluttered around him. He scooped the container through the air and covered the open end with the lid. Lifting it eye level, he watched for a minute then saw a small blink of green inside the container. Juan smiled and repeated the process, sometimes chasing after the flying bugs."It's time to come in," Dad called from the door.Juan hurried over to him and held out the container. "I caught four green and three orange." The bugs' lights flickered through the clear plastic. "There is no better light than fireflies," Juan declared.Dad switched on the yard light then opened the door and sat down on the cement step. Juan sat beside him carefully holding his container. "Fireflies are an amazing wonder of nature, but there is a better light than fireflies. Do you know what that is?" Dad asked.Juan thought for a moment. "Jesus?""Right!" Dad said. "Sunlight is nice. So is electricity." Dad pointed up at the outside light fixture. "But Jesus is the true light of the world. Do you know why?""Because He saved us from our sins!" Juan said proudly."Exactly." Dad patted Juan on the back. "Because He saved us by dying for our sins and rising from the dead, we will live in His light now and forever. And we can shine His light to others by showing them His love and telling them about Him." Dad stood. "Let's go inside." Juan unscrewed the container lid. He gently shook the plastic until the fireflies flew out and cut a blinking path in the darkness. Juan joined his dad by the door. "I'm glad God made fireflies. They are the second-best light in the world. I'm happier God sent Jesus to be the best light in the world."–Rose Ross ZedikerHow About You?Are you a light in the darkness? Do you complain or give thanks? Are you mean or kind? Do you argue or make peace? Sin brings darkness to the world, but if you know Jesus, He has freed you from sin and given you His light. When you show others His love through qualities like thankfulness, kindness, and peace, others will see His light shine through you in your words and actions. You can bring light to the world and point others to Jesus!Today's Key Verse:While I [Jesus] am in the world, I am the light of the world. (NIV) (John 9:5)Today's Key Thought:Shine the light of Jesus

Your noonas are still going rogue, and this week Amy teams up with Grace and Sarah from Afternoona Asks to finally do a deep dive on Twinkling Watermelon! Join us as we gush over the drama that burrowed its way into all of our hearts and as we unanimously agree that we don't care how time travel happens or if it follows any rules...We just love that it happens!  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Programa semanal de actualidad, entrevistas y novedades sobre juegos de mesa, rol, cómics, ciencia ficción, fantasía y ocio alternativo del equipo de Cero en Cordura. En el programa de esta semana hablamos de: Libros - Niebla Roja (Anthony Ryan) Cómics - In de Will McPhail Series y cine - Twinkling watermelon - Tokyo Vice & Worst of evil Juegos de mesa y rol - Blade Runner - Herramientas de seguridad en los juegos de rol (3) Polifrikis es un podcast solidario con Ayudar Jugando: https://ayudarjugando.org/ Puedes ayudarnos a colaborar con esta maravillosa entidad uniéndose a nuestro Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/0encordura Si te apetece seguir comentando con nosotros los temas de cada semana, únete a nuestro grupo de Telegram: https://t.me/Polifrikeo Grabamos cada lunes nuestro programa en directo en https://www.twitch.tv/0encordura a eso de las 20:30h (UTC+1) Nuestras redes sociales: https://twitter.com/0enCordura https://www.instagram.com/0encordura/ https://www.facebook.com/0enCordura/ https://bsky.app/profile/0encordura.bsky.social https://tkz.one/@0enCordura

Transport yourself to a winter wonderland and relax to sleep in a cozy cabin during a peaceful snowstorm, as the soothing wind outside blows the wind chimes, creating a tranquil and majestic ambiance to cuddle up and fall into a deep and restful slumber. The howling wind and snow have a subtle white noise effect that is perfect for blocking out the distracting sounds that prevent you from falling asleep. While the twinkling chimes add and charming effect to this sleepy winter soundscape.

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/C4gQIISLcq2/ A new method for rapidly identifying bacteria, fungi, and other microbes is here thanks to a database that catalogues the molecules characteristically produced by these germs, that is their chemical fingerprints.  This tool, named microbeMASST, with MASST standing for mass spectroscopy search tool, has been developed by UC-San Diego pharmacologists. Here's how it works. Biological samples are fed into a mass spectrometer that can identify the individual molecules.  The list of these substances is then fed into microbeMASST, and the program spits out the names of those microbes that produce such chemicals.  All this in a fraction of the time it might typical take to identify pathologic agents, particularly slow growing ones such as the tuberculosis bacterium. The database now covers in excess of 60,000 microbes and that number will surely grow.  In addition to microbe identification, the database can better help us understand the metabolism of these pathogens leading to better therapeutic approaches for their control. https://www.nature.com/articles/s41564-023-01575-9.pdf #microbes #bacteria #microbeMASST #massspectroscopy

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Sirius, the brightest star in the night sky, is in the south at nightfall. If you keep your eye on it for a few seconds, though, you'll see that Sirius isn't steady. It twinkles fiercely. It gets brighter and fainter, and it changes color rapidly — from red to blue to pure white. The twinkling is beautiful — unless you're an astronomer. Twinkling blurs and distorts the view of stars and other objects. That makes pictures of the universe look fuzzy — not good if you're trying to see the smallest possible details. But astronomers have found a way to overcome the blur — a technique known as adaptive optics. The stars twinkle as their light passes through different layers of the atmosphere. Air masses of different temperature and density “bend” and split the light. So starlight follows a bit of a zig-zaggy path through the air, making its source look blurry. Adaptive optics uses a small, flexible mirror to compensate for the blurring. The system looks at a “guide star” — either a real star, or a fake one created by shining a laser beam high in the sky, causing certain atoms to glow. The mirror flexes to keep the guide star sharp. That keeps the images of the sky in sharp focus as well. Adaptive optics has been around for more than two decades. Today, scientists and engineers are working on “next-generation” versions of the technology — overcoming the beautiful but annoying twinkling of the stars. Script by Damond Benningfield

Andy talks with former Chief of the CIA's Counterproliferation Division's Special Activities Unit Jim Lawler about the agency's efforts targeting the 'Father of Pakistan's Nuclear Program' the late Abdul Qadeer Khan. Andy also talks with Jim about his espionage novels including 'Living Lies', 'In the Twinkling of an Eye' and 'The Traitor's Tale'. Send us your feedback at intelligencematterspod@gmail.com.

How can you establish such a profound connection with an individual that they are compelled to betray their own country and turn to espionage? What techniques are involved in this process, and what insights can you learn from it? How can you employ some of these techniques in your life?   To help us answer these questions and lots more we have the great pleasure of having James Mad Dog Lawler as a guest! He is a fantastic storyteller and we hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did!   James "Jim" Lawler has made significant contributions in the field of national security and intelligence. He served for 25 years as an operations officer in the CIA, where he specialized in weapons of mass destruction (WMDs) and counterintelligence issues. One of his notable achievements during his tenure at the CIA was his involvement in the operation that led to the dismantling of A.Q. Khan's nuclear proliferation network.   After retiring from the CIA, Lawler transitioned into a role as a national security consultant. He is the senior partner at MDO Group, which provides human intelligence (HUMINT) training to the intelligence community and the commercial sector, focusing on WMD, counterintelligence, technical, and cyber issues. He is recognized for his expertise on insider threats in both government and industry.   Lawler is also an accomplished author, having written espionage novels such as "Living Lies," which is centered around the Iranian nuclear weapons program, and "In the Twinkling of an Eye," a story about recruiting a spy within a covert Russian-North Korean genetic bioweapons program. He is currently working on his third espionage novel, "The Traitor's Tale," which delves into treachery and treason within the CIA.   In addition to his intelligence career and writing, Lawler has engaged in public speaking and consultancy roles, sharing his knowledge and experience in areas such as insider threats, human espionage, and counterintelligence issues. He has worked with various organizations, including Honeywell Corporation, Salesforce.com, Deloitte, Booz Allen Hamilton, and LinkedIn, and has been featured in SPYSCAPE's podcast, "True Spies"   Links to the books: Living Lies: A Novel of the Iranian Nuclear Weapons Program In the Twinkling of an Eye: A Novel of Biological Terror and Espionage

Every year at Christmas we release a special episode during our hiatus that we take from our Patreon only podcasts. This year we decided to share one of our recent Patreon releases reviewing the delightful drama Twinkling Watermelon. So sit back and enjoy. Also, check out all the other great episodes available for our Patreon supporters and join us for season 7 of DWASOK starting in January..You can also find us on Twitter and Facebook.Click HERE for our show notes.Remember to check out our Patreon which is full of extra content for our Kimchi VIPS!! Come check it out HERE, and make sure you don't miss a single moment of our drama-filled banter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amid the holiday rush, Jennie Bellinger, the direct sales Dom, stumbled upon a magical secret that transformed her approach to sales. As she unveiled the Sales Accelerator, a gift wrapped in the spirit of Christmas, she crafted a heartwarming poem that resonated with the promise of success and growth. Join her on this enchanting journey, where the unexpected twist will ignite your passion for sales and leave you eager for more. In this episode, you will be able to:Master direct sales like a pro with insights from the Badass Direct Sales Mastery podcast.Boost your sales game with the Sales Accelerator launch program.Tap into Dom's expertise and take your direct sales to the next level.Elevate your skills through ongoing learning and professional development in direct sales.Set and achieve goals with accountability in your direct sales journey. A Christmas Sales Poem - Co-written by Jennie Bellinger and ChatGPTIn the hustle and bustle of the sales cheer, A program emerges, spreading joy far and near. Gather 'round, dear sellers, lend me your ear, For the Sales Accelerator is finally here!On the first day of training, my inbox did sing, A mini-lesson arrived, like a gift on a wing. Tips and tricks, oh so merry and bright, Guiding us through the sales winter night.Monthly calls, like ornaments on a tree, Twinkling with questions, as lively as can be. Q & A sessions, a festive delight, Igniting our sales with the warmest of light.Daily accountability, a gift wrapped so tight, A companion on this journey, morning 'til night. Like a yuletide carol, a harmonious song, Keeping us on track, where we all belong.Oh, Sales Accelerator, a Christmas decree, For consultants, marketers, and MLM glee. In the realm of sales, you shine like a star, Guiding us through challenges, from near and far.So, raise a glass to success, and let the sleigh bells chime, With the Sales Accelerator, it's our prime time. Merry sales to all, may your quotas be light, And to all a prosperous and joyous great night! Link to register to attend the Sales Accelerator Launch Party on January 3, 2024: https://badassdirectsalesmastery.com/sales-accelerator-launch  CONNECT WITH JENNIE:Website: https://badassdirectsalesmastery.com/Email:  jennie@badassdirectsalesmastery.comFacebook personal page: https://facebook.com/jbellingerPLFacebook podcast page: http://facebook.com/BadassDirectSalesMasteryFacebook group for Badass Crew: https://facebook.com/groups/BadassDirectSalesMomsInstagram: https://instagram.com/BadassDirectSalesMasteryPersonal Instagram: https://instagram.com/jenniebellingerLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/BadassDirectSalesMastery  Show Notes by Podcastologist: Hanz Jimuel Alvarez Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it. 

We hope you enjoy our 2nd special Christmas episode of the holiday season! This episode is the soundtrack to a beautiful and peaceful Christmas night. Complete with a warm crackling fireplace, soft wind with gentle snow, and a soothing piano melody with twinkling bells. The chirping crickets in the distance create a calming nighttime ambience, perfect for getting a good night's sleep on Christmas Eve. We hope you have a Merry Christmas full of peace and joy with your loved ones! If you've enjoyed the episode, please leave a reply down below. Unfortunately, Spotify does not let us reply directly to your comments, but we do read every single one and appreciate the feedback. Thank you and sleep well!

Tonight, your little one can float through the nights sky with a little star, delivering Christmas wishes to all the children of the world. With soothing rhymes, soft sounds and repetitions, your tots will sleep soundly through the night. Upgrade to Koala Tots Plus for full ad-free access to four kids shows, bonus episodes and 8 hour episodes in two taps ⭐️https://koalatots.supercast.com Please hit follow and leave us a review.

We couldn't end 2023 without discussing one of our favorite dramas Sparkling Watermelon. Come join our Patreon and hear why we think you should watch this drama ASAP.Access this Patreon VIP episode HEREYou can also find us on Twitter and Facebook.Click HERE for our show notes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Saya and Anisa talk about 8(!) dramas, including writer Park Hre-ryun's newest Castaway Diva, gorgeous romance melodrama Call it Love, and the actually perfect Perfect Marriage Revenge. Lots of time travel, revenge and contract relationships in this one, so you know we're both happy campers.Leave us your thoughts in a voice note here: TIMESTAMPS:00:01:00 Castaway Diva00:12:24 Spoilers for Castaway 1-400:21:38 Daily Dose of Sunshine00:31:09 Twinkling Watermelon00:46:39 Vigilante00:56:59 Call it Love01:11:06 Nine: Nine Times Time Travel 01:20:43 A very long Park Hyung-shik detour01:26:46 The Real has Come01:35:16 Perfect Marriage RevengeLEAVE US A REVIEW:Apple podcasts | Spotify | Audible!MORE EPISODES YOU'LL LIKE:Episode 163: A Long Yak on Destined with You, My Lovely Liar and Titanic Episode 160: 6th Anniversary Mailbag SpecialNEWSLETTER:Join our email list for the monthly newsletter with podcast announcements and special episodes!PATRONS:SPECIAL THANK YOU to our beloved patrons for another year of helping us light the lanterns to sail our ship! Join it here! ❤︎ You can MAJORLY support us by leaving a review on your podcast app, or sharing the episode with friends! ❤︎SOCIAL:Follow us on Twitter @dramasoverflow and Instagram @dramasoverflowers_.Email us at dramasoverflowers@gmail.com.CREDITS:This episode was edited by Anisa.

James Lawler served for 25 years as a CIA operations officer in various international posts and was a member of CIA's Senior Intelligence Service from 1998 until retirement in 2005. He was a specialist in the recruitment of foreign spies, and he spent well over half of his CIA career battling the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. As Chief of the A.Q. Khan Nuclear Takedown Team, his team disrupted the most dangerous nuclear weapons network in history. He's the author of two books: Living Lies,” an espionage story of the Iranian nuclear weapons program, and “In the Twinkling of an Eye,” about a devastating covert Russian-North Korean genetic bioweapons program. You can find his books on Amazon. Join us at Patreon.com/gameofcrimes for great content you won't hear anywhere else Donate at paypal.me/gameofcrimes or go to paypal.com and use our email: gameofcrimespodcast@gmail.com Go to GameOfCrimesPodcast.com for more info and merch Follow us on... Twitter Facebook Instagram

James Lawler served for 25 years as a CIA operations officer in various international posts and was a member of CIA's Senior Intelligence Service from 1998 until retirement in 2005. He was a specialist in the recruitment of foreign spies, and he spent well over half of his CIA career battling the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. As Chief of the A.Q. Khan Nuclear Takedown Team, his team disrupted the most dangerous nuclear weapons network in history. He's the author of two books: Living Lies,” an espionage story of the Iranian nuclear weapons program, and “In the Twinkling of an Eye,” about a devastating covert Russian-North Korean genetic bioweapons program. You can find his books on Amazon. Join us at Patreon.com/gameofcrimes for great content you won't hear anywhere else Donate at paypal.me/gameofcrimes or go to paypal.com and use our email: gameofcrimespodcast@gmail.com Go to GameOfCrimesPodcast.com for more info and merch Follow us on... Twitter Facebook Instagram

This episode of Love or List did not go as planned because Nas ended up loving a show she had no intentions of watching and being a disappointed with a show she thought she would love! Which one is which? Listen in to find out! . . . Timestamps: The Worst of Evil (00:36), Twinkling Watermelon (09:35)

Little Twinkling Stars Activity: A must-have for early learners. This nursery rhyme emergent reader is packed with activities that will keep your ESL, DHH, and elementary students engaged and learning. With colorful illustrations, fun activities, and a catchy melody, The Little Twinkling Stars Activity is sure to be a hit with kids of all ages. Here's what you'll get: An easy-to-read emergent reader that's perfect for early learners Coloring pages that will help kids practice their fine motor skills An "I Spy" game that will challenge kids' visual perception skills A sing-along/sign-along activity that will help kids develop their auditory processing skills The Little Twinkling Stars Activity is the perfect way to: Teach new vocabulary, phonics, and sight words Develop early literacy skills Promote language development Encourage creativity and imagination Learn Sign Language Do you want to expand your knowledge and take your ASL skills to the next level? Something spectacular awaits you. ASL Teaching Resources offers extensive online courses. Our professional instructors will guide you through immersive lessons, interactive exercises, and practical scenarios to help you understand ASL grammar, sentence structure, and cultural nuances. Our courses are for beginners through experienced signers. You'll gain the confidence to have meaningful conversations and make lasting connections. Take advantage of this fantastic opportunity to learn ASL. Visit our website today to start an enriching adventure with ASL Teaching Resources! Start Your ASL Journey Here! ASL Online Courses Connect with Us! ASL Resources  ASL Teaching Resources is your one-stop shop for ASL teaching and learning. We specialize in providing teachers with the necessary tools to succeed, whether they know sign or not. Become a member today to gain access to hundreds of ASL teaching resources. Mission Our purpose at ASL Teaching Resources is to make sign language-based worksheets, flashcards, and videos accessible to enhance teaching and foster communication with deaf, hearing, and special needs students. Our Promise  We are committed to reducing your research and preparation time so that you may get more done in less time. In addition, you'll have everything you need to create engaging and effective ASL classes right at your fingertips with hundreds of resources. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel.

“Music washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life.” — Berthold Auerbach Music brings us home. In time, within ourselves, and in connection with other people. It gives rise to voice, dance, and healing. As Leonard Bernstein said, it can "name the unnameable and communicate the unknowable.” In this episode of The Gentle Rebel Podcast, I want to share some reflections after our special Haven PopUp Kota last weekend. I sat behind my piano and played some songs on Zoom. Tracks that emerged from different times, places, and approaches. I wanted to dive into music as a home beyond language and thought. One of the things about writing, recording, and performing music is the more familiar you become with a song, the further you drift from that point of creation. So it's nice to occasionally return to its heart and reconnect with where it came from. I guess, come home to IT in a sense. I loved having the opportunity to think about my songs in this way. It reminded me how much music is part of the deep processing that comes from sensory sensitivity. It's how I move with and through the noise of life and allow the noise of thoughts and feelings to flow through and beyond. Music Brings Us Home in Time “Music can heal the wounds which medicine cannot touch.” ― Debasish Mridha Music brings the past into the present and anchors this moment in future memory and meaning. It can evoke a bittersweet nostalgia and instantly rekindle the dwindling flame of a fading memory. Music Brings Us Home in Ourselves “Music is an outburst of the soul.” ― Frederick Delius Music helps us process and proceed, giving us a foundation to express ourselves. It allows us to dance and sing. Its rhythms show us how we got here and where to go next. “I've found that no matter what life throws at me, music softens the blow.” ― Bryce W. Anderson When I sit at the piano, I allow the wastewater to flow through the pipes. It's raw and unfiltered. It need not be repeated. Like tears of laughter, sadness, or loss, there is a sense of release once the flow ends. Relief. Renewal. Music Brings Us Home in Community “Musicians want to be the loud voice for so many quiet hearts.” — Billy Joel The personal experience of music is a point of universal connection. Music speaks the language of the heart and puts into sound what we feel but can't articulate. No one has a monopoly on meaning. We are all collaborators as we put music into practice in our lives. Hearing how my music resonates with other people brings me great joy. I've received touching stories from people who have listened to my songs during challenging times like illness, grief and significant life changes. It's beautiful to know that the music I've created has travelled with other people. One person told me they were crossing a bridge, and the lyrics of one of my songs connected at precisely the right time, inspiring the clarity they needed to solve a problem they had been grappling with for months. The Stage is a Forest - The Magical Realm I share this reflection at the end of the episode... Trees are microphones reaching above the fog. Cables are the overground roots and shoots connecting the ecosystems of creative potential. The magnificent curves and contours of instruments. Few straight lines and clinical edges. The light bounces, glistens, and reflects. Twinkling in the trees. Calling to me. Inviting. Wooden casings and the dark mesh on a wall of amplifiers absorb some of the glare. I'm at home here. In stillness, expectancy, possibility…waiting, wondering, anticipating. What will happen? I walk to the drum kit and pick up my sticks. Something comes to life as the wooden baton connects with the centre of the head. I feel it in the depth of my being. It makes my stomach ripple with fearsome wonder. The most terrifying and awesome instrument. What a sound. What a feeling. To externalise the rhythm I feel within.

Jim Lawler, aka “Mad Dog”, was a CIA case officer for 25 years. In this episode we hear some of the stories he has and things he did while working in the CIA. Jim has two books out. Affiliate links below. Living Lies: A Novel of the Iranian Nuclear Weapons Program https://amzn.to/3s0Ppca In the Twinkling of an Eye: A Novel of Biological Terror and Espionage https://amzn.to/3y7B4OL Sponsors Support for this show comes from Linode. Linode supplies you with virtual servers. Visit linode.com/darknet and get a special offer. Support for this show comes from Juniper Networks. Juniper Networks is dedicated to simplifying network operations and driving superior experiences for end users. Visit juniper.net/darknet to learn more about how Juniper's Zero Trust Data Center provides uncompromising visibility across all your data center environments. Visit juniper.net/darknet to learn more.