Podcasts about Unexpected

Sometimes the best business lessons don't come from a boardroom, they come from the pickleball court. Chris just spent hours taking pro pickleball lessons and came home fired up with insights that immediately translated to business, growth, and leadership. In this episode, we break down 4 powerful lessons that apply far beyond the court, including why being ready matters more than being lucky, how fundamentals always beat raw talent, and why obsessing over results instead of working the plan is keeping so many people stuck. Get ready to rethink how you're showing up, because the people who win aren't luckier, they're prepared. Check out our Sponsors: Shopify - Start your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/happy SKIMS - The SKIMS Holiday Shop is now open at SKIMS.com. Let them know we sent you by choosing Earn Your Happy podcast in the dropdown after you purchase. Brevo - Head to brevo.com/earn and use the code EARN to get 50% off Starter and Business Plans for the first 3 months of an annual subscription. Aura Frames - save on the perfect gift at AuraFrames.com - get $35 off Aura's best-selling Carver Mat frames with promo code EARN at checkout. Northwest Registered Agent - Build your complete business identity in just 10 clicks and 10 minutes. Visit www.northwestregisteredagent.com/paidearn Blinds.com - The Black Friday deals at Blinds.com are going strong all month long! Save $50 off when you spend $500 or more - use code EARN at checkout.  HIGHLIGHTS Why assuming the opportunity is coming to you changes everything. The mindset shift that makes you faster to act and win. How two men in their 70s destroyed talent with fundamentals. The pickleball lesson that changed how we think about business. Why staring at the score never grows your business. Why accountability partners matter more than motivation. How the right people force you into action when you'd normally procrastinate. RESOURCES Shop the Glōci Holiday Sale (Buy 2, Get 1 Free until December 18) HERE! Apply for the Elite Entrepreneur Mastermind HERE! Get on the waitlist for MCM Mastermind HERE! Join the Audacity Challenge HERE! Check out our FREE 90-Day Business Blueprint HERE! Listen to my free SECRET PODCASTS SERIES - Operation: Rekindle This B*tch FOLLOW Follow me: @loriharder Follow glōci: @getgloci Follow Chris: @chriswharder

If you're a physician with at least 5 years of experience looking for a flexible, non-clinical, part-time medical-legal consulting role… ...Dr. Armin Feldman's Medical Legal Coaching program will guarantee to add $100K in additional income within 12 months without doing any expert witness work. Any doctor in any specialty can do this work. And if you don't reach that number, he'll work with you for free until you do, guaranteed. How can he make such a bold claim? It's simple, he gets results…  Dr. David exceeded his clinical income without sacrificing time in his full-time position. Dr. Anke retired from her practice while generating the same monthly consulting income.  And Dr. Elliott added meaningful consulting work without lowering his clinical income or job satisfaction. So, if you're a physician with 5+ years of experience and you want to find out exactly how to add $100K in additional consulting income in just 12 months, go to arminfeldman.com.                                                          =============== Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide. Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.                                                                                                 =============== Family physician Dr. Jennifer Allen came to medicine through nursing and nurse practitioner roles before ultimately opening her own direct primary care (DPC) clinic outside the insurance system. After discovering how misaligned pricing and productivity demands were with the kind of care she wanted to deliver, she chose a membership-based model that let her work directly for patients instead of payors. Dr. Jennifer explains how she navigated contracts and non-compete concerns, designed her DPC practice around access and affordability, and later added an IV infusion lounge as a separate business to create a second, values-aligned income stream. Listeners hear what to consider if they're thinking about DPC or cash-pay services themselves—from keeping overhead lean to choosing services, partners, and protocols that fit both their ethics and their lifestyle. You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/unexpected-income-opportunities/

If God went to astronomical lengths to orchestrate the first Christmas, doesn't it stand to reason that He wants to intervene in your personal challenges today? Pastor Dave Stone unpacks the overwhelming evidence for Jesus—from ancient prophecies to mathematical probabilities—and challenges us to recognize a God who is not just with us, but actively working in us.

Have you reached a point where God seems silent and it looks like 'checkmate' for your situation? Pastor Jeff Vines reveals why you shouldn't pack up just yet, because as the story of Zechariah proves, the King always has one more move.

In this episode, Brian and Alex break down 7 macro trends influencing performance at big brands in 2026. From nano influencers to live shopping, they cover every marketing trend your brand needs to know about before heading into the New Year.As always, appreciate you all listening, and don't forget to leave us a review and submit your questions for Alex and Brian at the email address below. See you next week.--------------------WANT FREE GAME? Or just have a question for Brian & Alex?Submit your questions here: www.marketingexamined.com/podcastOR email us at podcast@marketingexamined.com--------------------WATCH THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE:For full video versions, and short highlights of every episode, head tohttps://www.youtube.com/@marketingexamined?sub_confirmation=1NEWSLETTER:For growth playbooks, deep dives, and marketing case studies, get subscribed atwww.marketingexamined.com--------------------Follow Alex & Brian on Twitter and IGwww.twitter.com/@alexgarcia_atxwww.twitter.com/@brian_blum1

In the special segment "Would You Rather," Shanna and Laura present hypothetical parenting situations and then discuss which choices they would rather make, diving into the topics of bringing your kids to your own doctor's appointments, handling your kids' questionable choices in music and more! Also, Laura reports on her 6-year-old's first week at his brand-new school, and Shanna gives an update on the caterpillar that her first grader unexpectedly brought home a few weeks ago. Finally, Laura and Shanna share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 6.5 and 9.5 years old, and Laura's kids are 6.5 years old and 4.5 years old.Topics discussed in this episode:-When you child starts a new school in the middle of the school year-When your child brings home a caterpillar to take care of and observe turn into a butterfly -Should I take my kids to my doctor's appointment with me?-When your kids constantly request music that you don't want to hear-Unexpected drama that prevents you from leaving the house on time with your kids-Taking life expectancy into consideration when getting a new pet for your familyProducts, links, resources mentioned in this episode:-Caterpillar to Butterfly Grow Kits-"Jaws Original Motion Picture Soundtrack" by John Williams-"Beetlejuice Original Motion Picture Soundtrack" by Danny Elfman-"My Bum Is Itchy" song by Poopy Man-"Macaroni with the Chicken Strips" song by Undignified Baby-Hamster Rolling Ball toy-Ball python lifespan-"Good to Go: A Fresh Take on Potty Training for Today's Intentional Parent" by Gia Gambaro Blount and Laura Birek-Amanda Troop, Voiceover ArtistPast BFP episodes mentioned in this episode:-Ep. 258 (Where Shanna talks about the softball party disaster when Cece was four)This episode's full show notes can be found here.Want to get in touch with Shanna and Laura? Send us an email and follow us on social! Instagram, Facebook or TikTok at @bfppodcastJoin our Facebook community group for support and camaraderie on your parenting journey.Visit our website!Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey is produced by Laura Birek, Shanna Micko and Steve Yager. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Michael speaks with attorney Shane Pennington, a leading expert on cannabis rescheduling, about reports that President Trump is preparing an executive order to reclassify marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III. Pennington explains what a reclassification would mean for consumers, the legal cannabis industry, medical research, criminal justice, and state–federal power. Michael also explores the contrasting New York Times and JAMA analysis questioning the medical benefits of cannabis—and hears from listeners whose real-world experiences tell a different story. A fast-moving, deeply informative conversation about federal drug policy, politics, and the shifting landscape of cannabis in America. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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This week, we're covering a topic that may give you a bit of deja vu. Or, even, deja deja vu. That's because we've seen this all before. Twice. On Wednesday, a Fifth Circuit panel reissued its opinion in US v. Peterson for the second time. That makes it the third revision. To discuss the difference between the three, we have federal litigator and legal commentator Gabriel Malor back on the show. He noted that in every version, the panel upheld Peterson's conviction for possessing an unregistered silencer. However, he said each version became less expansive than the last. In the latest version, Malor pointed out that the subtle changes the panel made all went toward emphasizing that Peterson's Second Amendment challenge was only as-applied to him and that the panel thought he did a particularly bad job. Malor argued the panel was sending signals with its edits. He said the judges had moved pretty far from their original holding that silencers are not arms protected by the Second Amendment. And, even though they still ruled Peterson's challenge failed, they laid out a potential path for how other challengers might succeed. Special Guest: Gabriel Malor.

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Unexpected Christmas: Finding Magic in the Fjords Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-12-15-08-38-20-no Story Transcript:No: Det var en kald desembermorgen da Sindre, Astrid og Eirik satte seg inn i bilen.En: It was a cold December morning when Sindre, Astrid, and Eirik got into the car.No: De skulle på en reise gjennom de majestetiske fjordene, mot et julebesøk hos familien.En: They were going on a journey through the majestic fjords, heading for a Christmas visit with the family.No: Sindre satt bak rattet, bestemt og rolig.En: Sindre sat behind the wheel, determined and calm.No: Astrid på passasjersiden, hadde kartet klart og en skinnende optimisme om at de ville nå fram i tide.En: Astrid in the passenger seat had the map ready and a shiny optimism that they would arrive on time.No: Eirik, som satt i baksetet, følte seg som vanlig klar for å balansere gruppen hvis konflikter skulle oppstå.En: Eirik, sitting in the backseat, felt as usual ready to balance the group if conflicts were to arise.No: Veiene var allerede dekket med et lett snølag, og fjordene lå som vakre malerier rundt dem.En: The roads were already covered with a light layer of snow, and the fjords lay around them like beautiful paintings.No: De snirklet seg fremover, gjennom svinger og tuneller, mens velkjente julemelodier fylte bilen.En: They wound their way forward, through turns and tunnels, while familiar Christmas melodies filled the car.No: Stemningen inne var varm, men utenfor mørknet himmelen truende.En: The atmosphere inside was warm, but outside the sky darkened threateningly.No: "Sindre, tror du vi rekker fram før stormen treffer?En: "Sindre, do you think we'll make it before the storm hits?"No: " spurte Astrid og kastet et blikk på skyene som samlet seg.En: asked Astrid, glancing at the clouds gathering.No: "Jeg håper det," svarte Sindre og grep rattet hardere.En: "I hope so," replied Sindre, gripping the wheel harder.No: Eirik så opp fra sin telefon og merket spenningen som bygget seg opp.En: Eirik looked up from his phone and noticed the tension building up.No: "Hvis det blir for ille, kan vi finne et sted å stoppe, ikke sant?En: "If it gets too bad, we can find a place to stop, right?No: Det viktigste er at vi holder oss trygge.En: The important thing is that we stay safe."No: "Sindre nikket, men inni ham knuget en følelse av ansvar.En: Sindre nodded, but inside him was a feeling of responsibility.No: Han visste hvor mye det betydde for dem å være hjemme til jul.En: He knew how much it meant to them to be home for Christmas.No: Veien foran dem ble stadig mer utfordrende.En: The road ahead was becoming increasingly challenging.No: Snøen begynte å falle tyngre, og vinden ble sterkere.En: Snow began to fall more heavily, and the wind grew stronger.No: Den varme luften i bilen var plutselig ikke nok til å holde frykten ute.En: The warm air in the car was suddenly not enough to keep the fear out.No: Plutselig skled bilen litt på en islagvei, og hjertet til Sindre hoppet opp i halsen hans.En: Suddenly, the car slipped a bit on an icy road, and Sindre's heart jumped to his throat.No: "Hold dere fast!En: "Hold on tight!"No: " ropte han mens han kjempet for å beholde kontrollen.En: he shouted as he struggled to maintain control.No: Bilen gled farlig nær klippekanten før han klarte å få den tilbake på sporet.En: The car slid dangerously close to the cliff's edge before he managed to get it back on track.No: Stillheten etterpå var knugende, brytt kun av motorens brumming.En: The silence afterward was oppressive, broken only by the engine's hum.No: "Vi kan ikke fortsette sånn," sa Eirik forsiktig.En: "We can't continue like this," said Eirik cautiously.No: "Vi må finne et trygt sted å vente.En: "We need to find a safe place to wait."No: "Sindre så nedslått ut, men visste at han hadde rett.En: Sindre looked dejected but knew he was right.No: "Greit.En: "Alright.No: La oss se etter en hytte eller noe.En: Let's look for a cabin or something."No: "De kjørte i stillhet en stund til de så en skilt: "Nærmeste chalet - 1 km".En: They drove in silence for a while until they saw a sign: "Nærmeste chalet - 1 km".No: Astrid pekte: "Der!En: Astrid pointed: "There!No: Der kan vi gå inn!En: We can go in there!"No: "Sindre manøvrerte forsiktig bilen opp en liten vei, og der, omgitt av trær, lå en liten hytte.En: Sindre carefully maneuvered the car up a small road, and there, surrounded by trees, lay a small cabin.No: De steg ut av bilen og kjente straks roen senke seg over seg.En: They got out of the car and immediately felt a calm come over them.No: Hytta var tom, men hadde vedstor og en peis som raskt fylte rommet med varme.En: The cabin was empty, but it had firewood and a fireplace that quickly filled the room with warmth.No: Inne i hytta satte de seg foran peisen, pakket inn i tepper.En: Inside the cabin, they sat in front of the fireplace, wrapped in blankets.No: Astrid fikk frem termosen, og sammen delte de varm kakao.En: Astrid brought out the thermos, and together they shared warm cocoa.No: Utenfor fortsatte stormen uten tegn til å avta.En: Outside, the storm continued with no sign of letting up.No: "Det er litt ironisk," sa Sindre endelig og ga etter for en liten latter.En: "It's a bit ironic," Sindre said finally, giving in to a little laughter.No: "Vi ville hjem til jul, men jeg tror vi har funnet noe viktig her.En: "We wanted to be home for Christmas, but I think we found something important here."No: ""Ja," svarte Astrid og smilte.En: "Yes," Astrid replied, smiling.No: "Det handler ikke om stedet.En: "It's not about the place.No: Det handler om oss.En: It's about us."No: "Eirik la armen slik at han kunne holde dem begge nærme.En: Eirik put his arm around them to hold them both close.No: "Jul er hvor man er sammen, ikke sant?En: "Christmas is about being together, right?"No: "Sindre, som nå følte en bemerkelsesverdig ro komme over seg, kjente den tidligere angsten smelte bort.En: Sindre, now feeling a remarkable calm come over him, felt the previous anxiety melt away.No: Kanskje det var greit å gi slipp på kontrollen av og til.En: Maybe it was alright to let go of control sometimes.No: Kanskje det uventede også kunne føre til noe godt.En: Maybe the unexpected could also lead to something good.No: Og der, i den lille hytta, lærte de tre viktige verdier om reisen mer enn destinasjonen, i lyset fra den knitrende peisen.En: And there, in the small cabin, the three of them learned important values about the journey more than the destination, in the light of the crackling fire.No: Julaften var kanskje annerledes, men det gjorde den på ingen måte mindre fullkommen.En: Christmas Eve might have been different, but that didn't make it any less perfect. Vocabulary Words:majestic: majestetiskedetermined: bestemtoptimism: optimismeconflicts: konfliktertunnels: tunellermelodies: melodierthreateningly: truendetension: spenningenemergency: nødsituasjonresponsibility: ansvarchallenging: utfordrendesuddenly: plutseligstruggled: kjempetbalance: balansereslipped: skledoppressive: knugendeshouted: roptedejected: nedslåttmaneuvered: manøvrertesurrounded: omgittcalm: rofirewood: vedstorfireplace: peisblankets: tepperremarkable: bemerkelsesverdiganxiety: angstletting up: avtaironic: ironiskdestination: destinasjonencrackling: knitrende

FOX on Games presents the ultimate Holiday Gift Guide for the Nintendo Switch 2 fan! We spotlight the new Camera accessory, which adds a personal touch to games and allows players to assist friends globally. We also recommend the unexpected utility of a large Mousepad, enabling users to control games like Metroid Prime 4: Beyond with the Joy-Cons acting as a mouse. Finally, we confirm that Amiibo figures and a new Carrying Case are simple, guaranteed wins for any Nintendo enthusiast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Trump administration's “deferred resignation program” this year led to more than 150,000 employees leaving their jobs, in exchange for months of paid leave. But for many of those who took the DRP, the offer came with an added opportunity. Thousands also qualified for early retirement. Federal News Network's Drew Friedman spent the last several months conducting interviews, reviewing documents, and gathering data about federal retirement processing. She found that the DRP helped lead to a massive and unexpected surge in applications, now inundating the government's retirement systems.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of Money & Macro Talks, writer Alejandro Iribas De La Puerta sits down with economist Jens Ludwig for a deep, evidence-driven conversation on how to truly reduce gun violence in America. Drawing on insights from his book, The Unexpected Origins of American Gun Violence, Ludwig breaks down what interventions have actually worked, which policies have fallen short, and—most importantly—what can be done right now to save lives. A crucial, clear-eyed discussion on one of the most urgent issues of our time.

Pastor Austin continues the Advent sermon series: Unexpected King.  Today he focuses on Joseph's response to Mary becoming pregnant and his unexpected response. 

This week's guest has been in the business continuity industry for over 29 years. How is it possible for someone with this much experience to find new innovation, energy and resilience? He tells us that for him - it's all about his mindset.   Hello everyone and welcome to episode 214 of the Resilient Journey Podcast, presented by Anesis Consulting Group!   This week we're joined by industry icon Alex Fullick who says that while it's "beyond time" for us to move away from "check-the-box" thinking when it comes to resilience - it's time for something more. Alex explains it's time to teach resilience as a mindset in order to build up people and make them better. He says that if you're a real influencer, you're doing it for the betterment of others - not for your own attention.   And - we have BREAKING NEWS - an exclusive announcement about Alex's podcast "Preparing for the Unexpected".   =============================================================== Be sure to follow The Resilient Journey!  We sure do appreciate it! Check out the Resilient Journey Hub! Want to learn more about Mark? Click here or on LinkedIn. Special thanks to Bensound for the music.  

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: Unexpected Bonds: Love and Discovery in Patagonia Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-12-15-08-38-20-es Story Transcript:Es: El viento sur de la Patagonia acariciaba el cabello de Valentina mientras el autobús dejaba el pequeño pueblo de Esquel atrás.En: The southern wind of la Patagonia caressed Valentina's hair as the bus left the small town of Esquel behind.Es: Con cámara en mano, miraba por la ventana, ansiosa por capturar cada rincón de ese paisaje imponente.En: With a camera in hand, she looked out the window, eager to capture every corner of that imposing landscape.Es: Lucía, su mejor amiga, dormitaba a su lado.En: Lucía, her best friend, was dozing by her side.Es: A poco más adelante, Santiago, un hombre de mirada introspectiva, anotaba en su cuaderno.En: A little further ahead, Santiago, a man with an introspective gaze, was writing in his notebook.Es: No se conocían, pero el destino los había sentado en ese autobús, uniendo caminos que aún no sabían que serían compartidos.En: They didn't know each other, but destiny had seated them on that bus, linking paths they yet didn't know would be shared.Es: Valentina había soñado con esta aventura desde hace años.En: Valentina had dreamed of this adventure for years.Es: Deseaba sentir la libertad del viento patagónico y encontrar historias en cada montaña y lago.En: She longed to feel the freedom of the Patagonian wind and discover stories in every mountain and lake.Es: Lucía, aunque amaba a su amiga, temía que Valentina se perdiera en sus impulsos.En: Lucía, although she loved her friend, feared that Valentina would lose herself in her impulses.Es: Santiago, por otro lado, viajaba para encontrar soledad.En: Santiago, on the other hand, traveled to find solitude.Es: Era un escritor en busca de inspiración, admirando el silencio y la inmensidad de aquel territorio.En: He was a writer seeking inspiration, admiring the silence and the vastness of that territory.Es: Durante una breve parada, Valentina, siempre curiosa, comenzó a charlar con Santiago.En: During a brief stop, Valentina, always curious, began to chat with Santiago.Es: "¿Qué escribes?"En: "What are you writing?"Es: preguntó, interesada.En: she asked, interested.Es: Santiago, un poco reservado, sonrió tímidamente.En: Santiago, a bit reserved, smiled shyly.Es: "Cuentos.En: "Stories.Es: Pero aquí busco una historia más grande".En: But here I'm looking for a bigger one."Es: Valentina sonrió, sintiendo una conexión inesperada.En: Valentina smiled, feeling an unexpected connection.Es: A medida que continuaron el viaje, Valentina y Santiago encontraron momentos para explorar juntos.En: As the journey continued, Valentina and Santiago found moments to explore together.Es: Mientras Lucía tomaba fotografías a un lago cristalino, Valentina y Santiago subieron a una colina cercana.En: While Lucía took photographs of a crystal-clear lake, Valentina and Santiago climbed a nearby hill.Es: Desde allí, vimos las montañas majestuosas recortadas contra el cielo azul.En: From there, they saw the majestic mountains silhouetted against the blue sky.Es: Hablaron de sus sueños, de lugares que deseaban ver.En: They talked about their dreams, about places they wished to see.Es: Aunque sus personalidades contrastaban, una chispa comenzó a surgir entre ellos.En: Although their personalities contrasted, a spark began to arise between them.Es: Llegó la víspera de Navidad, y el autobús se detuvo en un pequeño pueblo llamado El Chaltén.En: Christmas Eve arrived, and the bus stopped in a small town called El Chaltén.Es: El pueblo celebraba con luces, música y una fiesta comunitaria.En: The town was celebrating with lights, music, and a community party.Es: Valentina convenció a Santiago de unirse.En: Valentina convinced Santiago to join.Es: Rodeados de baile y risas, el sonido de un bandoneón llenó el aire.En: Surrounded by dance and laughter, the sound of a bandoneon filled the air.Es: En la calidez de la festividad, Santiago y Valentina tuvieron un momento de vulnerabilidad.En: In the warmth of the festivity, Santiago and Valentina had a moment of vulnerability.Es: Santiago la tomó de la mano y, por un instante, se olvidaron de sus diferencias.En: Santiago took her hand, and for an instant, they forgot about their differences.Es: Mientras la noche avanzaba, los dos se alejaron del bullicio para caminar bajo el manto estrellado.En: As the night progressed, the two drifted away from the noise to walk under the starry sky.Es: "Gracias por esta noche", dijo Santiago.En: "Thank you for this night," said Santiago.Es: "Me hacía falta alguien que me recordara la belleza en compañía".En: "I needed someone to remind me of the beauty in company."Es: Valentina sonrió, sintiendo que había encontrado algo más que paisajes en su viaje.En: Valentina smiled, feeling that she had found more than landscapes on her journey.Es: Cuando el autobús reanudó su marcha al día siguiente, Valentina tomó una decisión.En: When the bus resumed its journey the next day, Valentina made a decision.Es: Modificó sus planes y accedió a explorar con Santiago pequeños pueblos que se encontraban fuera del mapa turístico.En: She altered her plans and agreed to explore with Santiago small towns that were off the tourist map.Es: Lucía, aunque al principio preocupada, notó que Santiago sacaba lo mejor de Valentina.En: Lucía, though initially worried, noticed that Santiago brought out the best in Valentina.Es: Le dio su bendición, aunque con una sonrisa prudentemente escéptica.En: She gave her blessing, though with a cautiously skeptical smile.Es: Juntos, Valentina y Santiago se adentraron en la belleza desconocida de la Patagonia, sus diferencias se convirtieron en fortalezas.En: Together, Valentina and Santiago delved into the unknown beauty of la Patagonia; their differences became strengths.Es: Valentina aprendió que en la búsqueda de sus sueños, había espacio para vincularse.En: Valentina learned that in the pursuit of her dreams, there was room to connect.Es: Santiago descubrió que la mejor inspiración venía de la compañía que nunca buscó, pero que ahora valoraba profundamente.En: Santiago discovered that the best inspiration came from the company he never sought but now deeply valued.Es: Más allá de las montañas y los lagos, su viaje continuó, cada paso resonando con la promesa de un nuevo comienzo y un paisaje compartido por explorar.En: Beyond the mountains and lakes, their journey continued, each step resonating with the promise of a new beginning and a shared landscape to explore.Es: La Patagonia no solo les dio vistas impresionantes, sino también un compañero con quien disfrutar cada amanecer.En: La Patagonia not only gave them breathtaking views but also a companion with whom to enjoy each sunrise. Vocabulary Words:caressed: acariciabaimposing: imponenteintrospective: introspectivadestiny: el destinoimpulses: los impulsossolitude: la soledadinspiration: la inspiraciónvastness: la inmensidadbrief: breveshyly: tímidamentespark: la chispamajestic: majestuosassilhouetted: recortadasChristmas Eve: la víspera de Navidadcommunity: comunitariavulnerability: vulnerabilidadinstantly: por un instantedrifted: se alejaronstarry: estrelladoremind: recordaraaltered: modificóskeptical: escépticadelved: se adentraronunknown: desconocidastrengths: fortalezaspursuit: la búsquedaresonating: resonandopromise: la promesacompanionship: la compañíabreathtaking: impresionantes

So labor wasn't quite like I thought it would be...I ended up hating the epidural, I only got to hold my baby for 2 minutes, and had to go to the ER 4 days after delivery?! Listen to my full birth story in this week's episode!

No early Christmas present as the Bairns closed off 2025 at the Falkirk stadium with defeat to league leaders Hearts. Ross is ill so FTV's Josh Heggie joins John to give his tuppence worth on the game and THAT penalty incident! Plus birthday corner, more restaurants reviewed and our review of the new heritage top. Expect the Unexpected! EPISODE SPONSORS  RMAR ARCHICTECTURE - Get in touch with Ryan if you are looking for an architect  https://rmar.co.uk Behind the Wall – Behind the Bairns since 1985 Falkirk's best selection of fine wines lagers, craft and cask ales, fantastic value food and great service. Check out what's on www.behindthewall.co.uk Join the FFIT T8s https://www.facebook.com/groups/1803421196843918 NUTMEG - Get it through our link for a tenner  https://www.nutmegmagazine.co.uk/product/issue-38-secret-santa/ And Remember sign up for our Discord and Social Media:  Discord - https://discord.com/invite/sVYbRzzusK  Twitter/Insta/Facebook - @Falkirkdaft  Get Merch: merch.falkirkdaft.co.uk For any sponsorship enquiries email sales@falkirkdaft.co.uk Subscribe to our YouTube channel and remember to leave a review where you get your podcasts. youtube.com/@falkirkdaft

Episode 311: This episode supported by USAE News! We wrap up Season 7 of Radio Free 501c with a conversation on Crisis Communications and how to prepare for the unexpected. My guest Cyndee Woolley, MBA, APR, Owner, C2 Communications, shares her advice and insights into why crisis communications starts before the crisis, reaching out beyond your own community in a crisis, and how a crisis can start from a good thing like going viral. From natural disasters to a wolf dog named Eva (Game of Thrones will like this example!) Cyndee and I talk about creating and implementing the crisis communications plan and how it's crucial in protecting your organization's reputation. What worries you about crisis communications? Share a comment! And don't forget to subscribe or follow us on your favorite podcast service -- Season 8 kicks off January 12, 2026.

The Gift of the Unexpected

Luke 2:1–20 with Matt Chin.What does “peace on earth” mean when life feels anything but peaceful?In this Advent message, we explore the birth of Jesus through Luke 2:1–20 and discover that the first Christmas happened in a world marked by fear, power, and instability. Rome promised peace through control and force, but God chose a different way. Quiet. Vulnerable. Unexpected.From Caesar's census to shepherds in the dark, this sermon reflects on peace not as escape or calm circumstances, but as restored relationship and inner wholeness. We look at why God comes near to the overlooked, how peace grows in ordinary lives, and what it might mean to take one small step toward hope when everything feels unsettled.

The Gift of the Unexpected

    The Failure of Precision Bombing — James M. Scott — Scott explains the systematic failure of Hansell's precision bombing doctrine: Japan's notoriously unpredictable weather patterns and the unexpected discovery of violent jet streams traversing the Pacific islands rendered high-altitude precision bombing operationally nearly impossible. Scottdocuments that the B-29, which cost approximately $3.7 billion in development expenditures—exceeding the financial investment in the atomic bomb—suffered chronic mechanical defects including catastrophic engine fires and structural failures compromising operational reliability. Scott details that early raids targeting Japanese aircraft manufacturing facilities failed to destroy critical industrial targets, resulting in the grim nickname "Flack Alley" for the densely defended airspace above Nagoya and Tokyo. Scott notes that General Arnold, demonstrating impatience with mounting losses and facing escalating political pressure to produce quantifiable military results, replaces the intellectual Hansell with the pragmatic Curtis LeMay after merely 44 days of failed operations. 1930 TOKYO

No one was looking for God to appear in person, yet Jesus came to make the invisible God unmistakably known.

In this sermon, Cedrick Baker explores how Old Testament prophesies speak to the coming deliverance of the Messiah. In Genesis 49:10, we see how the Messiah will come from the tribe of Judah and will establish a new kind of kingdom. In this way God promises his care and provision which gives us a sense of security.

As 2025 comes to a close, Dr. Michelle Robin and Bayleigh reflect on a year of unexpected growth, personal challenges, and powerful lessons. From navigating health surprises to learning the difference between rest and true recharging, they explore how reflection and mindful self-care can transform stress into clarity. Discover which wellness quadrants shaped their year, the practices that fueled their resilience, and how to enter 2026 with intention, energy, and purpose. A heartfelt, insightful conversation that reminds us: every challenge holds a lesson, and every moment is an opportunity to grow.  Key Takeaways:   Growth often comes from unexpected moments that challenge you to shift your perspective.  Slowdowns can become powerful reminders to protect your time, energy, and well-being.  Each wellness quadrant offers a unique lesson, often revealing insights you didn't know you needed.  Resting and recharging are different, and knowing the difference helps you care for yourself more intentionally.  Self-care requires commitment, boundaries, and choosing what truly supports your mind, body, and spirit.  Connect with Dr. Michelle and Bayleigh at:  https://smallchangesbigshifts.com  hello@smallchangesbigshifts.com  https://www.linkedin.com/company/smallchangesbigshifts  https://www.facebook.com/SmallChangesBigShifts  https://www.instagram.com/smallchangesbigshiftsco  Thanks for listening!  Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.  Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!  Subscribe to the podcast  If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.  Leave us an Apple Podcasts review  Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.   

No one was looking for God to appear in person, yet Jesus came to make the invisible God unmistakably known.

In this sermon, Cedrick Baker explores how Old Testament prophesies speak to the coming deliverance of the Messiah. In Genesis 49:10, we see how the Messiah will come from the tribe of Judah and will establish a new kind of kingdom. In this way God promises his care and provision which gives us a sense of security.

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Every episode of the Brand Intelligence Podcast begins with a deceptively simple question: If you were walking out on stage to give a keynote, what would your walkout song be? It's a moment that instantly humanizes our guests and sets the tone for the conversation that follows. Over time, this tradition has become a listener favorite — a personality test, a mood check, and a creative warm-up all in one. In this compilation episode, we bring together the full playlist: Songs that pump guests up when nerves hit Anthems tied to personal resilience and growth Music that reflects professional chapters, cultural roots, or creative identity Unexpected emotional picks tied to family, life events, and memories And yes… even a few wonderfully embarrassing favorites Whether you're building a personal brand, leading a team, or simply curious what fuels today's marketing and creative minds, this episode offers a joyful, candid look at the humans behind the strategies.

No one was looking for God to appear in person, yet Jesus came to make the invisible God unmistakably known.

No one was looking for God to appear in person, yet Jesus came to make the invisible God unmistakably known.

Accepting the Unexpected // Pastor Jeremiah Andrews by Central Baptist Church

No one was looking for God to appear in person, yet Jesus came to make the invisible God unmistakably known.

Does it feel like there's a hero in your story? If not, why not? This weekend, we're talking about the importance of understanding the heat of the threat. What exactly does Jesus offer to save people from?

Life rarely goes the way we plan, but Christmas reminds us that God brings joy in the most unexpected people, places, and ways. From a manger in Bethlehem to the surprising work He's doing in our own lives, this message invites us to see how God brings a reason to rejoice when He shows up where we least expect it.

Thank you for listening. We have taken a break from our series in 1 Corinthians to preach through some passages during this time of Advent.   Date: 12/14/25 Speaker: Pastor Will Broadus Passage: Matthew 2:1-12   Please visit our website at reconcilecc.org for any questions. Thank you for supporting our mission to Preach The Gospel. Produce Disciples. Pursue Justice.

Fluent Fiction - Hindi: A Snowy Adventure and Unexpected Warmth in Manali Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hi/episode/2025-12-14-23-34-02-hi Story Transcript:Hi: मनाली की बर्फीली सुबह में सर्द हवा गीत गा रही थी।En: On a snowy morning in Manali, the cold wind was singing a song.Hi: पहाड़ों की खूबसूरत पृष्ठभूमि और चमचमाती बर्फ के बीच, अवनि, रोहन और तारा अपने होटल से निकल पड़े।En: Amidst the beautiful backdrop of the mountains and the shimmering snow, Avani, Rohan, and Tara left their hotel.Hi: आज का दिन खास था।En: Today was a special day.Hi: क्रिसमस के मौके पर मनाली में शीतकालीन महोत्सव की धूम थी।En: On the occasion of Christmas, Manali was bustling with the Winter Festival.Hi: तीनों दोस्त दिल्ली से आए थे।En: The three friends had come from Delhi.Hi: अवनि के अंदर उत्साह तो था, लेकिन घर से दूर रहने का थोड़ा डर भी।En: Avani was excited, but also a bit apprehensive about being away from home.Hi: रोहन, हमेशा सब कुछ प्लान करने वाला, इस बार भी सब इंतजाम कर चुका था।En: Rohan, who always planned everything, had made all the arrangements this time as well.Hi: लेकिन उसके दिल में यह चिंता थी कि कहीं कुछ गलत न हो जाए।En: However, he was worried that something might go wrong.Hi: तारा, सबसे अधिक शांत, सोच रही थी कि क्या वह अपने दोस्तों के साथ जुड़वानी चाहिए या नहीं।En: Tara, the calmest of them, was pondering whether she should join in with her friends or not.Hi: जैसे ही वे गांव पहुंचे, बर्फ के फाहे गिरने लगे और शीघ्र ही एक गंभीर बर्फीली तूफान आने की चेतावनी मिली।En: As soon as they reached the village, snowflakes began to fall, and soon there was a warning of a severe snowstorm.Hi: सारे बाहरी आयोजन रद्द होने की कगार पर थे।En: All outdoor events were on the verge of being canceled.Hi: अवनि के दिल में हलचल थी।En: Avani felt a stir in her heart.Hi: उसने सोचा कि इस ट्रिप को यादगार कैसे बनाया जाए।En: She wondered how to make this trip memorable.Hi: "चलो, हम कम भीड़ वाली जगहों को खोजते हैं," अवनि ने कहा, अपने दोस्तों को प्रेरित करती हुई।En: "Let's look for less crowded places," Avani suggested, motivating her friends.Hi: रोहन और तारा थोड़ा संकोच में थे, लेकिन अवनि का जोश देखकर वे मना नहीं कर सके।En: Rohan and Tara were a bit hesitant, but seeing Avani's enthusiasm, they couldn't refuse.Hi: वे तीनों कम जानें माने रास्तों पर चल पड़े।En: The three of them ventured onto less-known paths.Hi: बर्फ के भीतर रास्ते कच्चे और फिसलन भरे थे।En: The paths within the snow were rough and slippery.Hi: थमने का नाम नहीं ले रही थी, ठंड भी बढ़ती जा रही थी।En: The snow wasn't stopping, and the cold was intensifying.Hi: अचानक, एक तेज़ बर्फ़ीला तूफ़ान आ गया और वे ठिठुरने लगे।En: Suddenly, a fierce snowstorm hit, and they started to shiver.Hi: हालात बिगड़ने लगे, उन्हें चिंता होने लगी कि अगर वे समय पर कहीं नहीं पहुँचे, तो समस्या गंभीर हो सकती है।En: As conditions worsened, they began to worry that if they didn't find shelter in time, the situation could become serious.Hi: तभी उन्हें एक छोटी सी लोकल कैफे की रोशनी दिखाई दी।En: Just then, they saw the light of a small local cafe.Hi: वे वहाँ पहुंचे और गर्म चाय के प्यालों की गर्मी से उनके दिल भी गर्म हुए।En: They reached there, and the warmth of hot cups of tea warmed their hearts too.Hi: कैफे में बैठकर वे अपनी बातें साझा करने लगे।En: Sitting in the cafe, they started sharing their thoughts.Hi: अवनि को एहसास हुआ कि वास्तव में यादगार पल क्या होता है।En: Avani realized what truly makes moments memorable.Hi: बर्फीले तूफ़ान में साथ बिताया गया ये समय, रोहन की योजनाएँ और तारा की शांत मुस्कान, यही उनकी ट्रिप को अनमोल बना रहे थे।En: Spending time together in the snowstorm, Rohan's plans, and Tara's calm smile, these were what made their trip precious.Hi: "यादगार पल हमेशा बड़े नहीं होते, ये छोटे लेकिन गहरे होते हैं," अवनि ने मुस्कुराते हुए कहा।En: "Memorable moments aren't always grand; they are small but deep," Avani said with a smile.Hi: रोहन और तारा ने उसकी बात पर सहमति जताई।En: Rohan and Tara nodded in agreement.Hi: इसी तरह अवनि ने सीखा कि मित्रता ही सबसे यादगार अनुभव होते हैं।En: In this way, Avani learned that friendship is the most memorable experience.Hi: बाहर बर्फबारी जारी थी, लेकिन अंदर सबके दिल गर्मजोशी और हंसी से भर गए थे।En: Outside, the snowfall continued, but inside, everyone's hearts were filled with warmth and laughter.Hi: इस क्रिसमस, मनाली की सर्दी में उन्हें अपनी दोस्ती की गर्माहट का अमूल्य तोहफा मिल चुका था।En: This Christmas, in the cold of Manali, they had received the priceless gift of their friendship's warmth. Vocabulary Words:shimmering: चमचमातीbustling: धूमapprehensive: डरarrangements: इंतजामverge: कगारstir: हलचलventured: चल पड़ेslippery: फिसलनfierce: तेज़shiver: ठिठुरनाconditions: हालातprecious: अनमोलgrand: बड़ेpriceless: अमूल्यbackdrop: पृष्ठभूमिoccasion: मौकेpondering: सोच रहीmemorable: यादगारenthusiasm: जोशhesitant: संकोचintensifying: बढ़तीworsened: बिगड़नेshelter: कहींrealized: एहसासventure: चल पड़ेlocal: लोकलsharing: साझाcalm: शांतsmile: मुस्कानwarmth: गर्माहट

No one was looking for God to appear in person, yet Jesus came to make the invisible God unmistakably known.

Joy often shows up in the most surprising places—an unplanned pregnancy, a quiet hillside, or a manger in Bethlehem. In this message, we walk with Mary and Elizabeth through Luke 1:39–56 and discover how God brings joy not by making life easier, but by making His presence known. When we believe His promises and magnify who He is, joy rises—even when life feels upside down. If you've ever struggled to find joy in a season of confusion or change, this message will encourage your heart.

No one was looking for God to appear in person, yet Jesus came to make the invisible God unmistakably known.

Find out all the scores and highlights of the week with the Raider Scoreboard with Liz Campbell. We celebrate the inaugural season of Northfield Raiders hockey program with Captains of the 1976 season, Robin Fischer, Dave Machacek and Head Coach and Former Olympian, Steve Sertich. They share some of their fondest memories from that first […]

Joe and Robert open the episode with major breaking news: Disney is reportedly finalizing a $1 billion investment in OpenAI along with a licensing deal that would allow creators to use select Disney IP inside OpenAI tools. The boys unpack what this actually means— Why Disney is making this move now How this could transform creator workflows What Disney gets strategically vs. what OpenAI gains Whether this is the first domino in a wave of entertainment–AI partnerships The $100 Billion Battle for Warner Bros. Discovery Next, Joe and Robert dig into the increasingly chaotic race for Warner Bros., as Paramount, Skydance, and Netflix position themselves for what could be a $100B mega-deal. They discuss: Who really has the leverage Which bidder makes the most strategic sense Potential antitrust concerns Who stands to win (and who almost certainly loses) if this deal happens Australia Moves to Ban Social Media for Kids Under 16 The conversation shifts to Australia's new legislation banning social media access for children under 16. Joe and Robert debate: Will it work? How would it even be enforced? Are governments finally becoming serious—or is this political theater? What responsibility platforms have in the mental-health crisis Special Segment: Robert's AI Music Persona, Lyla Rae Hightower A highlight of the episode, Robert takes listeners behind the scenes of creating his AI-powered music persona. He details: The creative spark behind the character Tools and workflows he used to bring the music to life Unexpected challenges in the process How he's distributing and promoting the project Why this experiment signals a new frontier for creators Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/09m7OjGKcL1aOKKqyhZjui   Apple Music https://music.apple.com/us/artist/lyla-rae-hightower/1857062007   YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDwdVLXGCWaO-SMOLuhSE8Q   Website https://lylahightower.com/ Winners & Losers Marketing Loser of the Week: Salesforce — Joe walks through the company's confusing decision to consider a name change and what it signals about the brand's broader struggles. Rants & Raves: Joe ends with commentary on Kara Swisher's reporting around Apple possibly buying Disney—and whether such a deal is even remotely plausible. Subscribe and Follow: Follow Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose on LinkedIn for insights, hot takes, and weekly updates from the world of content and marketing. ------- This week's sponsor: Did you know that most businesses only use 20% of their data? That's like reading a book with most of the pages torn out. Point is, you miss a lot. Unless you use HubSpot. Their customer platform gives you access to the data you need to grow your business. The insights trapped in emails, call logs, and transcripts.  All that unstructured data that makes all the difference. Because when you know more, you grow more. Visit https://www.hubspot.com/ to hear how HubSpot can help you grow better. ------- Get all the show notes: https://www.thisoldmarketing.com/ Get Joe's new book, Burn the Playbook, at http://www.joepulizzi.com/books/burn-the-playbook/ Subscribe to Joe's Newsletter at https://www.joepulizzi.com/signup/. Get Robert Rose's new book, Valuable Friction, at https://robertrose.net/valuable-friction/  Subscribe to Robert's Newsletter at https://seventhbearlens.substack.com/ ------- This Old Marketing is part of the HubSpot Podcast Network: https://www.hubspot.com/podcastnetwork

Summary   In this episode, Shelby and Courtney discuss their holiday preparations, including Christmas decorations and Thanksgiving reflections. They share stories about family gatherings, adventures at SeaWorld (including seeing listener Kristin in her new role as a Dolphin Trainer), and unexpected connections. The conversation also touches on cooking traditions, holiday games, and a humorous haircut incident involving Shelby's husband and son. They explore the challenges of communication with their husbands and how technology can assist in holiday planning.   Takeaways   Holiday preparations can be both exciting and stressful. Family traditions play a significant role in holiday celebrations. Adventures with family can create lasting memories. Unexpected connections can arise from shared experiences. Cooking for the holidays often involves cherished family recipes. Games and activities can enhance holiday gatherings. Communication challenges can arise in family dynamics. Technology can simplify holiday planning and organization. Humor can be found in unexpected situations, like haircuts. The importance of cherishing family moments during the holidays.  

Android is getting emergency live video support for life saving help when its needed, and Rivian is developing its own in-house self-driving AI chip for its EVs.Starring Jason Howell, Jenn Cutter,Tom Merritt and Andy Beach.Show notes can be found here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.