Podcasts about Unexpected

In this Part 2 episode, Gwyn picks up right where she left off—right after whispering to her teammate, “I'm pregnant.” She shares candidly about the fear, shock, and sense that her life was beginning to unravel.We follow Gwyn through her hidden months at home and the way Scripture, research, and a refusal to take easy answers slowly shaped her path toward open adoption. She opens up about the doubts and questions that surfaced as her due date approached and the weight of the decisions she had to make.Now, watching her daughter flourish, Gwyn steps into advocacy with conviction and grace. This episode offers an honest, hope-filled look at unplanned pregnancy, the reality of open adoption, and the courage it takes to choose a future bigger than fear.An Athlete's Identity Crisis and an Unexpected Pregnancy | Interview with Gwyn AndrewsSend us a textPlease leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith. Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.

In this episode, Travis shares a personal story about his experience with a challenging out-of-state real estate flip that resulted in a significant loss initially, but also valuable lessons for long-term investing and property management. He discusses the complexities of managing properties from afar, unexpected costs like property taxes, and the emotional factors that influence buying and selling decisions. The episode also covers practical advice for navigating real estate investments, including the importance of local market knowledge and having trustworthy property managers. On this episode we talk about: The risks of out-of-state real estate investing and the need for trusted local support.​ Unexpected expenses like property tax increases after ownership transfer.​ How market timing can be unpredictable and the value of long-term holding.​ Strategies for managing rental properties, including using mother-in-law suites and Airbnb for supplemental income.​ Emotional aspects of real estate decisions versus logical financial planning.​ Practical tips for those new to real estate investing, especially regarding boots-on-the-ground knowledge.​ Top 3 Takeaways 1.  Out-of-state real estate investing demands extensive local market knowledge and trustworthy management to mitigate risks.​2.  Unexpected costs, such as increased property taxes, can drastically affect profitability.​3.  Long-term holding of properties often outperforms attempts to time the market, especially with a reliable tenant paying the mortgage.​ Notable Quotes   "Better research could have avoided a lot of this loss—I didn't know what I didn't know at the time."​   "You can't time the market; buy real estate and wait—it will be worth more in the future."​   "If you can afford it, holding properties even without a tenant can be like putting money into a savings account that grows."​ ✖️✖️✖️

"The Weird, the Wild, and the Unexpected". Rhett Bryan and Cody Allison talk the crazy stories Cody experienced on the Titans sideline in the early days including having objects thrown at him and security guards trying to throw him off the field.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're back! Sam has been away for a while, so in this episode English Dan, Chris, Andrés and Santi B catch him up on what he's missed, which includes River Plate and Independiente not being very good, Boca Juniors and Racing being rather better, San Martín and Godoy Cruz being relegated and Rosario Central being awarded a championship no one knew was being contested. So nothing out of the ordinary for Argentine football ...

Your hosts of the "How We Heard It" podcast usually have a general goal in mind when they pick a topic ... but when they came up with this idea, they had no clue what they were in for: "Hey, let's dig through our music collections and just see what we find." Keep in mind that these guys have each amassed thousands of albums and compact discs (and even some 8-track tapes for Wayne), accumulated over decades thanks in great part to record companies sending the guys an avalanche of free music, hoping for reviews. Amazingly, Wayne and John independently decided they wanted to start the podcast with the same artist. And Chuck quickly remembered he didn't like the smell of the cardboard in album covers and had never even listened to many of the artists in his collection. On this week's episode, the guys talk about some of their initial findings, their random systems of filing and storing their collections, some hidden gems they turned up, and some unexpected, funny and baffling memories that surfaced with their research. The guys came up with ample podcast material when they had barely made even a dent in their collections, so they decided they'll dig deeper for future podcasts. Meanwhile, have you poked around in your music collection lately? You might be surprised by what you find.

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: Mirrors of Inspiration: An Unexpected Creative Blossoming Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-11-22-23-34-02-es Story Transcript:Es: Las hojas en El Retiro crujían bajo los pasos de los visitantes mientras el viento otoñal jugaba entre las ramas de los árboles.En: The leaves in El Retiro crunched under the steps of the visitors while the autumn wind played among the branches of the trees.Es: Santiago caminaba lento, su cámara colgando despreocupada sobre su pecho.En: Santiago walked slowly, his camera hanging carelessly over his chest.Es: Las luces del festival de arte brillaban a su alrededor, pero él se sentía atrapado en una burbuja de monotonía, buscando desesperadamente un soplo de nueva inspiración para sus fotos.En: The lights of the art festival shone around him, but he felt trapped in a bubble of monotony, desperately seeking a breath of new inspiration for his photos.Es: Nayeli, por su parte, deambulaba entre las obras expuestas, con un libro de notas en mano.En: Nayeli, for her part, wandered among the exhibited works, with a notebook in hand.Es: Sus ojos brillaban de curiosidad al observar las pinturas y esculturas que podrían añadir valor a su tesis.En: Her eyes gleamed with curiosity as she observed the paintings and sculptures that could add value to her thesis.Es: Sin embargo, una nube de ansiedad la perseguía.En: However, a cloud of anxiety pursued her.Es: ¿Sería este el camino correcto para su carrera?En: Was this the right path for her career?Es: En el centro del parque, una instalación artística capturaba la atención de ambos.En: In the center of the park, an artistic installation captured the attention of both.Es: Un conjunto de espejos y luces creaba un mosaico de reflejos que bailaban al ritmo de las sombras y colores del otoño.En: A set of mirrors and lights created a mosaic of reflections that danced to the rhythm of the shadows and colors of autumn.Es: Nayeli se detuvo, fascinada, tratando de absorber cada detalle, mientras Santiago enmarcaba la escena mentalmente, pero con una duda persistente sobre cómo capturar su esencia.En: Nayeli stopped, fascinated, trying to absorb every detail, while Santiago framed the scene mentally, but with a lingering doubt about how to capture its essence.Es: Ambos se encontraron al pie del mismo árbol, deteniéndose para apreciar la obra.En: They both found themselves at the foot of the same tree, stopping to appreciate the work.Es: Santiago, sintiendo la necesidad de salir de su zona de confort, decidió romper el silencio.En: Santiago, feeling the need to step out of his comfort zone, decided to break the silence.Es: "¿Te gusta la obra?"En: "Do you like the piece?"Es: preguntó tímidamente.En: he asked timidly.Es: Nayeli sonrió, su ansiedad disipándose momentáneamente.En: Nayeli smiled, her anxiety momentarily dissipating.Es: "Me encanta.En: "I love it.Es: Es... como ver el otoño reflejado desde diferentes ángulos".En: It's... like seeing autumn reflected from different angles."Es: Sus palabras resonaron una chispa en el interior de Santiago.En: Her words sparked a light within Santiago.Es: "¿Te gustaría que te tomara una foto?"En: "Would you like me to take a picture of you?"Es: propuso, señalando su cámara.En: he proposed, pointing to his camera.Es: La espontaneidad de su ofrecimiento sorprendió a ambos.En: The spontaneity of his offer surprised them both.Es: Nayeli, sintiendo una oleada de confianza, asintió.En: Nayeli, feeling a surge of confidence, nodded.Es: Mientras Nayeli observaba la instalación, Santiago capturó una imagen de ella, llena de luz y color, en un momento de pura conexión.En: While Nayeli observed the installation, Santiago captured an image of her, full of light and color, in a moment of pure connection.Es: Fue más que una foto; fue el nacimiento de una nueva perspectiva para ambos.En: It was more than a photo; it was the birth of a new perspective for both.Es: Este pequeño gesto se transformó en una larga conversación.En: This small gesture transformed into a long conversation.Es: Nayeli habló de sus sueños y sus miedos sobre el futuro.En: Nayeli spoke of her dreams and her fears about the future.Es: Santiago compartió sus luchas como fotógrafo, siempre buscando un nuevo ángulo.En: Santiago shared his struggles as a photographer, always looking for a new angle.Es: La química entre ellos era innegable.En: The chemistry between them was undeniable.Es: Decidieron que juntos podrían crear algo único: una serie de fotos y reflexiones que combinarían el arte y la fotografía, mostrando el alma del festival desde sus dos puntos de vista.En: They decided that together they could create something unique: a series of photos and reflections that would combine art and photography, showing the soul of the festival from their two points of view.Es: Al caer la tarde, El Retiro se bañaba en un suave resplandor dorado.En: As evening fell, El Retiro was bathed in a soft golden glow.Es: Santiago, ahora lleno de ideas, y Nayeli, con una renovada seguridad en sí misma, se alejaron del festival con la promesa de colaborar.En: Santiago, now full of ideas, and Nayeli, with a renewed confidence in herself, left the festival with the promise to collaborate.Es: Ese día en el parque, Santiago había encontrado no solo una musa, sino también un nuevo amigo y compañero creativo.En: That day in the park, Santiago had found not only a muse but also a new friend and creative partner.Es: Nayeli, por su parte, finalmente veía su camino con claridad.En: Nayeli, for her part, finally saw her path clearly.Es: Había encontrado confianza no solo en su investigación, sino también en sí misma, gracias a la sorprendente conexión que jamás había anticipado.En: She had found confidence not only in her research but also in herself, thanks to the surprising connection she had never anticipated.Es: El viento siguió soplando suavemente, pero para ellos, la dirección ya no era incierta.En: The wind continued to blow gently, but for them, the direction was no longer uncertain.Es: Ahora, juntos, podían enfrentarse a las próximas estaciones, con el otoño como testigo de un nuevo comienzo.En: Now, together, they could face the coming seasons, with autumn as the witness of a new beginning. Vocabulary Words:the bubble: la burbujathe monotony: la monotoníathe breath: el soplothe inspiration: la inspiraciónthe notebook: el libro de notasthe anxiety: la ansiedadthe installation: la instalaciónthe mirror: el espejothe rhythm: el ritmothe shadow: la sombrathe essence: la esenciathe perspective: la perspectivathe gesture: el gestothe chemistry: la químicathe soul: el almathe glow: el resplandorthe muse: la musathe researcher: el investigador / la investigadorathe partner: el compañero / la compañerathe birth: el nacimientothe thesis: la tesisthe confidence: la confianzathe spontaneity: la espontaneidadthe doubt: la dudathe connection: la conexiónthe step: el pasoto crunch: crujirthe curiosity: la curiosidadto capture: capturarthe light: la luz

Co-hosts Kerri Brinkoeter, Cathy Endebrock, and Marlene McMichael discuss the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday. In this program, the co-hosts explore the theme of cultivating a heart of thanksgiving by recognizing God’s provision and grace in every season of life, anchored in 1 Thessalonians 5:18: “Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” In Season 1, gratitude is reframed as an inner posture rather than a reaction to circumstances, illustrated by “greasy pizza hug” moments where everyday chaos becomes divine delay. Season 2 highlights the story of the ten lepers in Luke 17, showing that gratitude is the difference-maker—nine received healing, but only the Samaritan who returned received relationship, reminding us that thanksgiving rewires the heart. Season 3 addresses silence, teaching that God’s quiet seasons are not absence but invitations to trust Him, rejoicing even before the harvest. Season 4 confronts storms of grief and despair, emphasizing that thanksgiving is not denial of pain but defiance against despair, anchoring us to God’s sovereignty. Together, these lessons remind us that gratitude is transformative—it shifts focus from circumstances to Christ, deepens relationship with Him, and strengthens resilience in both joy and trial.

Juliet and Callie return this Friday to break down everything they're watching—starting with the highly unexpected (and slightly deflating) finale of 'Squid Game: The Challenge.' They dive into the winner, how the last moments unfolded, and why the conclusion left them feeling conflicted (4:34). Next, they turn to 'The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives'—a.k.a. 'SLOMW'—and share their thoughts on the current season, the drama, the shifting dynamics, and standout moments from Whitney, Demi, and Taylor (14:26). Lastly, they briefly discuss the final episodes of 'Selling the OC,' touching on Alex Hall, Ashtyn, and Tyler's presence and all the story lines this season (41:56). Hosts: Callie Curry and Juliet LitmanProducer: Jade WhaleyTheme Song: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

10 players who are way better than we thought! What if these transfers would have returned? Our favorite Players Era storylines! The Sleepers Podcast is now available daily with new episodes every Monday-Friday! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Most founders dream about the day they can finally “retire.” But what happens when you actually get there, and it's not what you thought it would be?In this episode of Founder Talk, Dr. Rajeev Khanna, a former sports medicine physician who built and sold a thriving medical practice, shares how stepping away from work left him feeling restless, unfulfilled, and without purpose. After decades of treating athletes and employees across 700 companies, retirement hit harder than he expected until he found his next mission.Instead of coasting, Dr. Khanna came back to build CompCore Pro, a software company that helps businesses save millions by fixing the broken workers' compensation system. His company acts as a bridge between doctors, employers, and insurance carriers; cutting delays, improving patient outcomes, and ensuring injured employees get the right care faster and more affordably.We dive into how he turned boredom into a billion-dollar problem to solve, why the healthcare system is collapsing under middlemen, and how staying curious and purpose-driven is the real antidote to burnout.Dr. Khanna also breaks down the state of American health, from our sedentary lifestyles to the rise of convenience culture, and what both founders and everyday people can do to reverse it.You'll learn: ✅ Why chasing retirement can leave you emptier than you expect ✅ How to rebuild purpose after “success” ✅ What's broken in America's healthcare system (and how he's fixing it) ✅ How CompCore Pro is helping companies cut costs and care for employees faster ✅ Why curiosity and contribution matter more than comfortIf you've been searching “what to do after selling your business,” “how to find purpose after success,” or “why retirement isn't what it seems,” this episode delivers the truth. Because for some founders, freedom isn't the finish line — it's the start of what's next.Connect with Rajeev Khanna, M.D.Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajeev-khannamd/Guest Website: https://compcorepro.com/If you are a B2B company that wants to build your own in-house content team instead of outsourcing your content to a marketing agency, we may be a fit for you! Everything you see in our podcast and content is a result of a scrappy, nimble, internal content team along with an AI-powered content systems and process. Check out pricing and services here: ⁠https://impaxs.com⁠Want a behind-the-scenes look at how we run the show and the chance to ask upcoming guests your questions? Join the Founder Talk Club in WhatsApp.(it's free): https://chat.whatsapp.com/KDEgJWAH5liFCiWVIU8bIa Timecodes00:00 Introduction and Guest Background01:23 The Importance of Preventative Health06:32 Challenges in Modern Healthcare12:55 Impact of Technology on Health16:48 Athletes and Optimal Health28:46 Advancements in Medical Treatments31:41 Exploring the Role of AI in Healthcare32:11 Journey from Practice to Retirement33:55 Challenges and Realizations in Retirement35:29 Founding Comp Core Pro37:11 Improving Workers' Compensation with Software42:06 Navigating the Healthcare System's Flaws57:28 The Future of Comp Core Pro and Personal Reflections

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In this episode of Now That You Ask, I share a moment of unexpected intimacy during a visit to the emergency vet with my elderly cat, Sid. While there, I encounter a man who is devastated over his sick dog. My interaction with him was poignant reminder of human connection and the importance of being present for one another, even in the most random of moments.Now That You Ask is a podcast that looks at topics that range from death to desire, and from wondrous to downright whacky. Join host, Akasha Halsey as she takes listeners on a journey through her writing and experience with life's most persistent questions.Thank you for listening!Listen to more episodes like this and subscribe to updates at https://nowthatyouaskpodcast.com

Mark H. Knelson, MD, thought his IR career had come to an early end—until he discovered locum tenens work.At the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, Dr. Knelson heard that one of the radiology groups in his town was short on IRs. Because it was so close to his home—approximately 13 minutes—he offered to help, including taking call as needed.In  the audio version of "The unexpected locum" (Fall 2025 IR Quarterly), senior editorial manager Hope Racine describes the career of Mark H. Knelson, MD, who shared his unplanned path to locums work.  Support the show

Today Fr. Philip encourages us as we begin the Nativity fast. He reflects on the expectations of the Jewish people on who the Messiah would be like and how Christ did not like meet those expectations, especially with whom he spent his time with. You can find his blog with this reflection and more in written form at https://easternchristianinsights.blogspot.com

As the buzz of Scotland heading to the World Cup fades, it's back to other navy blue matters as Ross and John look ahead to the return of club football. That starts with a visit to Tannadice and on to give us an insight into the Terrors, it's Dundee United supporter and STV Radio's Football Show producer, Callum Bell. Plus a quick visit to birthday corner and the club news you might have missed. Expect the Unexpected! GET YOUR TICKETS TO FALKIRK DAFT VI https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/falkirk-daft-live-vi-the-christmas-party-tickets-1759251642019?aff=oddtdtcreator 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 Get the new Falkirk Daft t-shirt's: https://pintsnprints.co.uk/collections/falkirk-collection 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

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All of us, at one time or another have missed an opportunity that could have altered our lives, maybe for the better. There are also many famous moments in history that were squandered. Here are just a few: • A Kodak engineer invented the first digital camera, but the company suppressed the technology, fearing it would hurt its “film business”. • The telegraph company Western Union famously rejected Alexander Graham Bell's offer to buy the telephone patent for $100,000, calling the device "idiotic". • A committee of the British Government rejected Thomas Edison's light bulb, stating that it might be “okay for our transatlantic friends…but unworthy of the attention of practical or scientific men.” • Decca Records famously turned down the Beatles after an audition, because one of their executives stated "guitar groups are on the way out". In JESUS' great “End Times” teaching found in Matthew 24 and 25, He employs a Parable to warn His disciples of the eternal tragedy of squandering our lives. This Parable is most often called the “Parable of the Servants & Talents”, and we'll explore its poignant message this Sunday. In this message, Pastor Joe Still leads us to discover together how to “Maximize our Lives” the JESUS Way!

Fluent Fiction - Serbian: Avala's Whisper: How Solitude Sparked an Unexpected Bond Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sr/episode/2025-11-20-08-38-20-sr Story Transcript:Sr: На шумовитим стазама Авале, јесен је обојила пејзаж у златну и гримизну боју.En: On the wooded paths of Avala, autumn had painted the landscape in gold and crimson hues.Sr: Хладан јесењи ваздух освежавао је чула, док се са врха указивао поглед на небо, а у даљини је лепота београдског хоризонта преузимала дах.En: The cool autumn air refreshed the senses, as from the top there emerged a view of the sky, and in the distance, the beauty of Belgrade's horizon took one's breath away.Sr: Милош је корачао лагано, уживајући у тишини и природи.En: Miloš walked slowly, enjoying the silence and nature.Sr: Као софтверски развојни програмер, често је тражио мир на овим стазама, избегавајући гужву и буку свакодневице.En: As a software developer, he often sought peace on these paths, avoiding the hustle and bustle of everyday life.Sr: Његов циљ био је исто увек: пронаћи мир и тишину.En: His goal was always the same: to find peace and quiet.Sr: Истовремено, Ана је ходала са другом намером.En: At the same time, Ana walked with a different intention.Sr: Као авантуристички писац, желела је да ухвати суштину планине за нови чланак.En: As an adventure writer, she wanted to capture the essence of the mountain for a new article.Sr: Њен ранац био је пун бележница и камера, али тежак за ношење на углачаним стазама.En: Her backpack was full of notebooks and cameras, but heavy to carry on the polished paths.Sr: Док је стајала на одмаралишту покушавајући да поправи ранац, Милош је беспомоћно приметио њену борбу.En: While she stood at a rest stop trying to fix her backpack, Miloš helplessly noticed her struggle.Sr: Иако је првобитно желео да остане сам, дошао је до ње и понудио помоћ.En: Although he initially wanted to remain alone, he approached her and offered help.Sr: "Потребна ти је помоћ?En: "Do you need help?"Sr: " упитао је Милош, задихан од напора.En: asked Miloš, breathless from the effort.Sr: "Могу да покажем лепша места ако желиш.En: "I can show you prettier spots if you want."Sr: "Ана је погледала у њега, изненађена, али и помало радознала.En: Ana looked at him, surprised but also a bit curious.Sr: "Хвала, било би добро," насмејала се и прихватила његову понуду.En: "Thanks, that would be nice," she smiled and accepted his offer.Sr: Док су заједно корачали ка врху, клима авантуре и природе ујединила је ова два различита путника.En: As they walked together towards the top, the spirit of adventure and nature united these two different travelers.Sr: Милош је говорио о својим утицајима природе, о миру и утехи коју налази у самоћи шуме.En: Miloš talked about his impressions of nature, the peace, and solace he finds in the solitude of the forest.Sr: На врху, док су се одмарали, поглед је био неописив.En: At the top, while they rested, the view was indescribable.Sr: Милош је причао о својим личним искушењима, о борби са собом и светом око себе.En: Miloš spoke about his personal struggles, about battling with himself and the world around him.Sr: Ана је, пак, делила своје страсти, жељу да открије свет и пренесе своје приче другима.En: Ana, on the other hand, shared her passions, her desire to explore the world and convey her stories to others.Sr: Њихова отвореност и рањивост почеле су стварати нешто више од повременог познанства — почетак пријатељства које обећава.En: Their openness and vulnerability began to create something more than a casual acquaintance — the beginning of a friendship that held promise.Sr: Открили су да је понекад највећа лепота у делимичним тренуцима које делимо с другима.En: They discovered that sometimes the greatest beauty lies in the shared moments with others.Sr: Када су се вратили са планине, ветар је полако носио лишће, а светло се полако гасило на хоризонту.En: When they returned from the mountain, the wind slowly carried the leaves, and the light gradually dimmed on the horizon.Sr: Милош и Ана разменила су бројеве телефона и одлучили да пронађу друге трагове заједно.En: Miloš and Ana exchanged phone numbers and decided to discover other trails together.Sr: И Милош је научио да у друштву других може пронаћи једнако мира као и у самоћи, док је Ана увидела да дубоки односи доносе приче вредне памћења.En: Miloš learned that in the company of others, he could find as much peace as in solitude, while Ana realized that deep relationships bring stories worth remembering.Sr: Средишњи сукоб потиснут, заједничке стазе обећавале су нове приче и искуства.En: The main conflict subsided, and their shared paths promised new stories and experiences. 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In today's episode, recorded live from Ubud, Bali, Michael shares a powerful, real-life moment of pure resonance — the kind of unexpected human connection that stops you in your tracks and reminds you of the magic that's possible when you're fully present.After a day spent walking through Bali's ceremonial offerings and reconnecting with his own inner rhythm, Michael experiences an effortless, deeply attuned connection with a stranger — one that reawakens the truth of what resonance feels like.In this intimate story, he explores:how to recognize when someone is “playing your song”why the nervous system knows resonance before the mind doeshow to approach new connections with courage, curiosity, and integritythe difference between dissonant relationships and aligned oneswhy small acts of openness lead to entire worlds of possibilityThis episode is a reminder that the relationships meant for you cannot miss you — and that the magic we want is waiting on the other side of presence, self-trust, and a single courageous moment. Michael Trainer has spent 30 years learning from Nobel laureates, neuroscientists, and wisdom keepers worldwide. He's the author of RESONANCE: The Art and Science of Human Connection (March 31, 2026), co-creator of Global Citizen and the Global Citizen Festival, and host of the RESONANCE podcast.Featured in Forbes, Inc, Good Morning America. Follow on YouTube

FREE: Jumpstart to Purpose ➡️ https://rb.gy/4qpsgb You thought your life would work out one way, and it went completely different. Sound familiar? Daron shares the one question shift that will help you stay present and on purpose when life doesn't go as planned. WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER: ⚡️The spiritual GPS principle that brings peace in uncertainty ⚡️Why asking "why" keeps you stuck and asking "what" sets you free ⚡️How Joseph's detours prepared him for his greatest purpose ⚡️The two questions that pave the road for spiritual maturity ⚡️Why nothing in your life is wasted, it's all woven together ⚡️How to hear God's voice when you're on an unexpected route Whether you're facing a failed business, broken relationship, career setback, or shattered dream, this episode will equip you to navigate detours with faith instead of frustration. Learn how to shift from asking God "why" to asking "what do you want me to know" and discover that God's ways, while different from yours, are always better. WORK WITH DARON: ⚡️FREE: Jumpstart to Purpose ➡️ https://rb.gy/4qpsgb ⚡️BOOK: The Death of a Dream ➡️ https://rb.gy/a9ifwi ⚡️COACHING: Register ➡️ https://rb.gy/0is05k

When the holidays look different, God is still present.In this heartfelt episode of Thriving Together with the Women Soaring Team, we talk about what happens when your holiday season doesn't go as planned—whether it's due to medical challenges, deployment, first responder schedules, burnout, or simply an unexpected season of life. Tayler shares about her medical journey that has stopped her family's traditional holiday celebrations, topped with a deployment. Alora shares her journey of how God brought her out of a similar season. We explore how to find peace, hope, and God's presence when you're forced to slow down or adjust traditions. This encouraging conversation speaks to Christian women, homeschool moms, military spouses, and first responder families who may be navigating unusual or difficult holidays.Tune in for biblical truth, honest stories, and practical encouragement as you walk through the holidays with grace, rest, and a Christ-centered perspective.You can now watch our Podcasts on YouTube: WS YouTube PageWS INSTAGRAMWS FACEBOOKContact Us

Fluent Fiction - French: Unexpected Harvest: A Journey Through the Loire's Hidden Charms Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/fr/episode/2025-11-19-08-38-20-fr Story Transcript:Fr: La vallée de la Loire en automne est un tableau vivant.En: The vallée de la Loire in autumn is a living painting.Fr: Les vignes s'étendent à perte de vue, des collines douces se succèdent, parées de nuances d'or et de cuivre.En: The vineyards stretch as far as the eye can see, gentle hills follow one another, adorned with shades of gold and copper.Fr: C'est ici que trois amis, Éloïse, Lucien et Camille, entreprennent leur voyage.En: It's here that three friends, Éloïse, Lucien, and Camille, embark on their journey.Fr: Éloïse est artiste.En: Éloïse is an artist.Fr: Elle cherche l'inspiration pour sa prochaine exposition.En: She seeks inspiration for her next exhibition.Fr: Lucien est plein d'énergie et veut que chaque instant soit mémorable.En: Lucien is full of energy and wants every moment to be memorable.Fr: Camille, toujours pragmatique, veut s'assurer que tout se passe bien.En: Camille, always pragmatic, wants to ensure everything goes smoothly.Fr: Ils roulent tranquillement sur une route sinueuse.En: They drive calmly along a winding road.Fr: Dans l'air, il y a une odeur de vendanges et de feuilles mortes.En: In the air, there's a scent of grape harvests and fallen leaves.Fr: Mais soudain, ils rencontrent une barrière.En: But suddenly, they encounter a barrier.Fr: La route est fermée.En: The road is closed.Fr: Camille consulte une carte, essayant de trouver un autre chemin.En: Camille consults a map, trying to find another path.Fr: Lucien plaisante pour détendre l'atmosphère, mais Éloïse est préoccupée.En: Lucien jokes to lighten the mood, but Éloïse is worried.Fr: Le temps presse.En: Time is pressing.Fr: Leurs préoccupations augmentent quand leur voiture refuse de redémarrer.En: Their concerns grow when their car refuses to start again.Fr: Lucien sort pour inspecter le moteur.En: Lucien steps out to inspect the engine.Fr: Camille soupire, un peu inquiète.En: Camille sighs, a bit worried.Fr: Mais Éloïse a une idée.En: But Éloïse has an idea.Fr: Au lieu d'attendre sur le bord de la route, elle propose d'explorer le village voisin.En: Instead of waiting by the roadside, she suggests exploring the nearby village.Fr: Ils marchent ensemble vers le village.En: They walk together towards the village.Fr: Les maisons en pierres sont charmantes, et des guirlandes de feuilles décorent les portes.En: The stone houses are charming, and garlands of leaves decorate the doors.Fr: Ce jour-là, le village célèbre la fête des récoltes.En: That day, the village is celebrating the harvest festival.Fr: Des stands offrent des produits locaux, des fromages aux pommes fraîches.En: Stalls offer local products, from cheeses to fresh apples.Fr: Une fanfare joue joyeusement sur la place centrale.En: A brass band plays joyfully in the central square.Fr: Éloïse sourit.En: Éloïse smiles.Fr: D'abord par curiosité, elle sort son carnet de croquis.En: First out of curiosity, she takes out her sketchbook.Fr: Les couleurs, les sons, l'animation… Tout inspire Éloïse.En: The colors, the sounds, the liveliness... Everything inspires Éloïse.Fr: Elle dessine sans arrêt, oubliant le temps qui passe.En: She draws continuously, forgetting the passage of time.Fr: Camille et Lucien participent à l'ambiance festive.En: Camille and Lucien join in the festive atmosphere.Fr: Camille discute avec un vieil homme de la région, apprenant des histoires sur le château qu'ils veulent visiter.En: Camille talks with an old man from the region, learning stories about the castle they want to visit.Fr: Lucien, lui, achète une tarte tatin, ravissant Camille avec sa générosité.En: Lucien, meanwhile, buys an tarte tatin, delighting Camille with his generosity.Fr: Finalement, la voiture est réparée.En: Finally, the car is repaired.Fr: Ils reprennent la route, atteignant le château juste avant le coucher du soleil.En: They hit the road again, reaching the castle just before sunset.Fr: L'ombre du bâtiment se dessine sur le ciel, majestueuse et éternelle.En: The building's shadow is outlined against the sky, majestic and eternal.Fr: Éloïse observe et continue à dessiner.En: Éloïse observes and continues to draw.Fr: Elle a compris une chose importante.En: She understood an important thing.Fr: L'inspiration est partout.En: Inspiration is everywhere.Fr: Elle n'est pas limitée par des lieux grandioses, mais se révèle dans la simplicité des moments inattendus.En: It is not limited by grand places but reveals itself in the simplicity of unexpected moments.Fr: Éloïse, avec son carnet plein d'idées, regarde ses amis.En: Éloïse, with her notebook full of ideas, looks at her friends.Fr: Ce voyage n'était peut-être pas comme prévu, mais il lui a donné tellement plus.En: This journey may not have been as planned, but it gave her so much more.Fr: Elle se sent prête pour sa prochaine exposition, remplie des couleurs et de la vie de la vallée de la Loire.En: She feels ready for her next exhibition, filled with the colors and life of the vallée de la Loire.Fr: Leur voyage se termine là, avec une nouvelle perspective.En: Their journey ends there, with a new perspective.Fr: Nos trois amis rient sous le ciel étoilé, prêts pour leurs prochaines aventures.En: Our three friends laugh under the starry sky, ready for their next adventures.Fr: Éloïse a non seulement trouvé son inspiration, mais a aussi appris la beauté de la spontanéité.En: Éloïse has not only found her inspiration but has also learned the beauty of spontaneity. Vocabulary Words:the valley: la valléethe vineyard: le vignoblethe hill: la collineto adorn: parerthe shade: la nuancethe exhibition: l'expositionto be memorable: être mémorablethe winding road: la route sinueusethe scent: l'odeurthe barrier: la barrièreto consult: consulterto lighten the mood: détendre l'atmosphèrethe engine: le moteurto sigh: soupirerthe sketchbook: le carnet de croquisthe brass band: la fanfareliveliness: l'animationto participate: participerthe old man: le vieil hommethe generosity: la générositéthe repair: la réparationto outline: dessinermajestic: majestueusethe eternity: l'éternitéthe unexpected moment: le moment inattenduto be ready: se sentir prêtefull of: plein dethe perspective: la perspectivethe adventure: l'aventureto learn: apprendre

Right About Now with Ryan Alford Join media personality and marketing expert Ryan Alford as he dives into dynamic conversations with top entrepreneurs, marketers, and influencers. "Right About Now" brings you actionable insights on business, marketing, and personal branding, helping you stay ahead in today's fast-paced digital world. Whether it's exploring how character and charisma can make millions or unveiling the strategies behind viral success, Ryan delivers a fresh perspective with every episode. Perfect for anyone looking to elevate their business game and unlock their full potential.     Resources: Right About Now Newsletter | Free Podcast Monetization Course | Join The Network |Follow Us On Instagram | Subscribe To Our Youtube Channel | Vibe Science Media   SUMMARY In this episode of "Right About Now," host Ryan Alford interviews Eric Mac Lain, former Clemson football player and current ESPN/ACC Network analyst. Eric shares his journey from aspiring basketball player to college football standout, recounts memorable moments like playing in the national championship, and discusses his pivot to sports sales and broadcasting after his NFL dreams ended. He offers insights on the evolving landscape of college athletics, including NIL and transfer rules, and reflects on the business skills that shaped his post-football career. The episode highlights resilience, adaptability, and the power of seizing unexpected opportunities. TAKEAWAYS Eric Mac Lain's transition from basketball to football during high school. Recruitment process and commitment to Clemson University. Memorable experiences playing in the national championship game. Career pivot after football, including a role in sports sales with JMI Sports. Skills learned in sports sales that contributed to his career. Unexpected opportunity with ESPN and the journey to becoming a sports analyst. Challenges of transitioning to a professional analyst role, including film study and time management. Current landscape of college athletics, including NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) and transfer rules. Issues of fairness and chaos in college sports due to varying regulations. Insights on the growing gap between well-resourced and under-resourced programs in college athletics.  

Send us a textThe conversation explores the concept of the 'person of peace,' highlighting how these individuals often defy expectations and come from diverse backgrounds, including those who are marginalized or previously deemed unworthy of influence. It emphasizes the transformative power of these unexpected leaders in redefining societal norms and influence.TakeawaysThe person of peace often does not fit the mold you'd expectThey completely redefine who has influenceThe poppy could be a former violent manA religious leader from another faith who's been searchingA scholar. Or it could be someone on the marginsA prostitute. Even someone who's demonized and then deliveredRich or poor, known or unknown, it doesn't matterUnexpected people can have profound influenceMarginalized voices can lead to transformationThe concept of influence is broader than traditionally thought. Support the show

In today's episode, we explore a spontaneous conversation that turned into a moment of alignment, touching on spirituality, soulmates, faith, Palestinian resilience, destiny, and the subtle signs life sends us. We talk about what it means to recognize a soulmate, how spiritual awakening begins, and why timing sometimes feels too perfect to ignore. This is a reflective, emotional episode about purpose, connection, and the unexpected ways life communicates with us. Topics Covered: Soulmates & spiritual connection Faith, destiny, and signs Emotional alignment in relationships Spiritual awakening & personal growth Palestinian spiritual resilience Divine timing and synchronicity Why some conversations arrive at the perfect moment   If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating or review. Thank you! With peace and love always, Amber xoxo

Hey there, hero!The amount of effort it takes to learn something new, and to become facile at something, can seem like a humongous effort; once you get to a point of competence, you can and should feel really good about that accomplishment.It's a good 95% of the full journey to get to that point. Enjoy. You've worked really long and hard to get there.To then become really expert at something...to continue the honing and refining of that last 5%...is not likely to take just 5% of the time it took to get to where you are.In fact, it's likely to take a similar amount of time - or longer - to explore and implement that final 5%. You might never even stop the process of perfecting your skills, especially if you're eternally curious.And that's a good thing.I'd love to know what your expectations are. How long do you think it's going to take you to be good at something? How long are you planning to take to become totally expert at performing? Are you at peace with that split of the effort? Let me know in the comments below.REQUEST: Please join this video's conversation and see the full episode on VOHeroes, where the comments are moderated and civil, at https://voheroes.com/the-first-95-vs-the-last-5-an-unexpected-split/#Acting #Voice #VoiceOver #Performance #Productivity #Tips #Art #Commerce #Science #Mindset #Success #Process #Options #BestPractices #MarketingWant to be a better VO talent, actor or author? Here's how I can help you......become a VO talent (or a more successful one): https://voheroes.com/start ...become an audiobook narrator on ACX (if you're an actor or VO talent): https://acxmasterclass.com/ ...narrate your own book (if you're an author): https://narrateyourownbook.com/ ...have the most effective pop filter (especially for VO talent): https://mikesock.com/ ...be off-book faster for on-camera auditions and work (memorize your lines): https://rehearsal.pro/...master beautiful audiobook and podcast audio in one drag and drop move on your Mac: https://audiocupcake.com/ The VOHeroes Podcast is heroically built with: BuddyBoss | LearnDash | DreamHost | SamCart | TextExpander | BuzzSprout ...

This launch has been record-breaking in every way, and from the outside, it's looked very shiny. Ready for a bit of reality? Tune in to hear the 6 unexpected challenges which have happened behind the scenes, as a reminder that with growth comes growing pains. _____   Explore the program and join the 150+ business owners getting ON IT in 2026 - https://www.alicebenham.co.uk/onit _____ Connect with me - Instagram | Website | LinkedIn | Weekly Emails

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In this episode of the RV Miles Podcast, we take a look at the surprising expenses that come with full-time RV living. From pre-launch to fuel, remote work, and more. Plus, updates on the end of the shutdown and its effects on national parks, and more. *Become an RV Miles Mile Marker member and get your first month for $3 *Get your FREE weekly Road Signs Newsletter at https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist/ Support our Sponsors: * Harvest Hosts: Save 15% on a Harvest Hosts membership with MILES at https://harvesthosts.com *Find the perfect RV Mattress and save 30% with code RVMILES at https://rvmattress.com/rvmiles *Check out all Blue Ox has to offer at https://BlueOx.com *Find all the RV parts and gear you need at etrailer: https://www.etrailer.com/vehicle-finder.aspx?etam=p0001 *Find Liquified at https://liquifiedrv.com/ Track SSTK_MUSIC_ID  437726– Monetization ID MONETIZATION_ID AMXDXB4BX5FLHUYE 00:00 Introduction 02:28 Impact of the Shutdown on RV Travel 06:45 Ken Burns and the American Revolution 14:05 Unexpected Expenses of Full-Time RVing 21:29 Selling Off Your Belongings 29:54 Travel Costs and Campground Fees 42:03 Healthcare on the Road 49:36 Managing Food and Laundry Costs 55:05 Mailing Services and Remote Work 01:04:11 Fresh Tank - Black Tank

Growing up as a pastor's kid and a standout athlete gave Gwyn a strong sense of identity...or at least it seemed that way. But once she left for college, the structure she'd relied on fell away, creating space for secrecy, fear, and choices she never imagined facing, including sexual compromise and the consideration of abortion.We talk candidly about the gap between cultural Christianity and genuine discipleship, the isolation that drives hidden decisions, and how easy it is to drift into serious territory without anyone noticing. Everything shifted for Gwyn when a stranger speaks a truth no one else had dared to say, confronting Gwyn's assumptions and pushing her to reexamine responsibility, identity, and the path she was on.This conversation is honest, grounded, and shaped by grace. It's about being interrupted by truth, choosing integrity over image, and discovering conviction when the stakes are high.Winter Youth Retreats Send us a textPlease leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith. Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.

It's eggnog season—and not just any nog. We're talking Golden Egg Nog from the old Hood milk mafia, the stuff thick enough to count as a sin. Perfect time for a feel-good movie, right?Johnny Spoiler dives into one of the most unexpectedly uplifting movies of the last few years: TETRIS (2023). Yes, the movie about the video game. Yes, it's WAY better than it has any right to be.The true story of Henk Rogers, Nintendo's ride-or-die dealmaker who bet everything on a block-stacking dream.The real “Tetris Effect” and why the game showed up in players' dreams for decades.How Tetris became the best-selling video game of all time (until Minecraft pulled a power move).The wild rights battle involving Nintendo, Atari, Mirrorsoft, and Soviet bureaucracy.Why Taron Egerton continues to own the “real-guy-in-a-crazy-situation” movie niche.Our favorite retro shoutouts: Game Boy, Ninja Turtles arcade, Mario 3, Chrono Trigger, Star Fox, Final Fantasy VII, and more.And of course: one of the best post-2000 movie mustaches ever filmed.Ansel Elgort & Shirley MacLaine team up for the road-trip comedy Lucy Boomer.An 80s-style action thriller incoming: Trial By Combat from Renny Harlin & Aaron Eckhart.Mattel is making… a View-Master movie?! Let's speculate wildly.Binge Now.Stream it on Apple TV+ (or start that free trial), or hunt down the rumored DVD like it's a secret Soviet cartridge.Shout-out to Nikolaxnick on IG for tracking down our L.A. Story episode—300+ episodes still online!Career OpportunitiesBlackBerryLarry CrowneDrink the Nog.The Golden Kind.Debate The Grinch.Live your truth.$130 OFF Good Chop https://tr.ee/GoodChopJohnny

What if the key that unlocked transformation was the realization that there's nothing wrong with us in the first place - nothing broken, never lacking, always alive, aware, and responsive?  Join Michael to see the truth of yourself - no matter how beautiful it turns out to be!

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In this episode, Marcia discusses the challenges and growth that come from stepping out of one's comfort zone. She shares a personal story about accepting a challenging speaking engagement despite it not being her area of expertise and experiencing severe morning sickness. Through this experience, she highlights the importance of creating internal safety, sitting with difficult emotions, and using the be-do-have formula to achieve success. Additionally, through a touching story about her daughter, the host illustrates the power of real-life examples in teaching valuable life lessons. The episode concludes with the message that sometimes the best opportunities come in unexpected packages and saying yes can lead to greater growth and more opportunities.   00:42 Embracing Unexpected Opportunities 02:34 Overcoming Fears About Upcoming Speaking Engagement 02:48 The Struggles of Public Speaking While Pregnant 05:48 Reflecting on the Experience 11:42 Teaching Resilience to Children 14:46 Core Principles for Personal Growth Taught Inside Our Academy 18:56 Conclusion: Embrace Unexpected Opportunities IG: @marciacolosi | TikTok: @marciacolosi LI: @marciacolosi | FB: @marciamiatke  Ready to take your life and relationships to the next level? Follow The EQ Academy Official where you'll learn to optimise your emotions, leverage your feminine and masculine energies and show up your most confident and radiant self!

I feel honoured to share this third conversation with Jannine Gearon who I interviewed before in May and June this year. Jannine lives with cholangiocarcinoma (bile duct cancer) - a rare and aggressive cancer with very confronting statistics. In our previous two episodes, she bravely shared her journey, including her decision to explore voluntary assisted dying (VAD) as a way of reclaiming a sense of choice amidst pain and uncertainty. Today, there's a plot twist. A newly available targeted drug, found by her sister at what felt like the literal 11th hour, has begun changing the trajectory of her disease. Her latest scan and bloods show things are not progressing as expected - in the best possible way. As Jannine says, “the cancer is not behaving as it should,” and her oncologist is now cautiously optimistic. May this episode entangle in the quantum field with the exact people who are meant to hear it, and create beautiful ripples in your life and the lives of those you love.

The Unexpected Second Part Episode: You Should Listen to the First Part, The Source of My Anger, GET LAMP's Two Avoided Mistakes, The Second Small One, The Huge First One, The Role of the Documentary, Telling a Story to Tell a Story, An Endorsement of Other Bobby Broccoli Creations.A flashback to when I stood during pre-production of GET LAMP and almost made the same sort of mistake this film I just watched made, and how I barely escaped. Also: What is the role of a documentary anyway?

In this powerful conversation, Eric sits down with Yung Kriss, one of the leading voices shaping the Christian R&B movement. From personal testimony to industry insight, Kriss opens up about the challenges, victories, and spiritual battles behind the music that's impacting lives around the world.Together, they dive deep into:• The explosive growth of Christian R&B and why it's becoming a global movement• The behind-the-scenes story of HBO Fest — the first Christian R&B festival that sold out beyond capacity• Lives changed, altars filled, and the spiritual impact of in-person ministry• The pressure Christian artists face to stay authentic in a culture of comparison and criticism• Balancing creativity, calling, and conviction in an industry under the microscope• What it means to serve, stay humble, and keep Jesus at the center—no matter the platform• How Christians can create modern-sounding music without compromise• Real talk about collaboration, ministry in secular spaces, and being a light outside church wallsThis episode is full of honesty, testimony, and wisdom for artists, believers, and anyone navigating their faith in today's culture.Follow Yung Kriss:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yungkriss/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YungKrissMusic/Website: https://www.yungkriss.com/

Keywordsbudgeting, equipment costs, installation quotes, financial planning, unexpected expensesSummaryThe conversation revolves around budgeting for equipment and installation costs, highlighting unexpected quotes and financial surprises that arise during the planning process.TakeawaysBudgeting for equipment is crucial to avoid surprises.Installation costs can significantly exceed initial estimates.Unexpected quotes can lead to financial strain.Clear communication about costs is essential.Planning for additional expenses is necessary.Understanding the full scope of costs helps in budgeting.Financial planning should include contingencies.Quotes can vary widely, impacting overall budget.It's important to track all expenses closely.Regular updates on costs can prevent misunderstandings.TitlesNavigating Equipment Costs: A Budgeting JourneyThe Financial Rollercoaster of Installation QuotesSound bites"Did we talk about my bill?""How much is the equipment?""$33,000."Chapters00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:43 Planning for Opening and Staffing IssuesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/monday-morning-food-truck--5625522/support.

Keywordsbudgeting, equipment costs, installation quotes, financial planning, unexpected expensesSummaryThe conversation revolves around budgeting for equipment and installation costs, highlighting unexpected quotes and financial surprises that arise during the planning process.TakeawaysBudgeting for equipment is crucial to avoid surprises.Installation costs can significantly exceed initial estimates.Unexpected quotes can lead to financial strain.Clear communication about costs is essential.Planning for additional expenses is necessary.Understanding the full scope of costs helps in budgeting.Financial planning should include contingencies.Quotes can vary widely, impacting overall budget.It's important to track all expenses closely.Regular updates on costs can prevent misunderstandings.TitlesNavigating Equipment Costs: A Budgeting JourneyThe Financial Rollercoaster of Installation QuotesSound bites"Did we talk about my bill?""How much is the equipment?""$33,000."Chapters00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:43 Planning for Opening and Staffing IssuesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/monday-morning-food-truck--5625522/support.

Welcome back to the Empower Her Business Accelerator podcast! I'm your host, Philippa Channer, and I'm so glad you're joining me today. Over the past few episodes, we've been diving into how to structure your vision and goals for 2026. But today, it's time to move from planning to progress. In this episode, I'm walking you through how I prioritize my big business goals and break them down into simple, doable pieces. Because setting the goal is just the beginning—the real magic happens when we execute with clarity and consistency. You'll learn how to narrow your focus, create meaningful milestones, and protect the time and space you need to actually get things done. If your 2026 goals feel overwhelming right now, this episode will give you the step-by-step breakdown you need to make real momentum possible. (00:00) Welcome + A Quick Note About the Entrepreneur Incubator (01:10) How I Prioritize My Core Goals (02:00) Mapping Out Quarterly Milestones (03:00) Monthly and Weekly Planning (04:30) How I Protect My Time with Theme Days (05:30) Planning for the Unexpected (06:00) Wrapping It All Up ✨ Special Announcements & Links

Fluent Fiction - Hindi: Mystery and Light: Diwali's Unexpected Bond Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hi/episode/2025-11-17-08-38-20-hi Story Transcript:Hi: धूप की हल्की रोशनी कॉलेज हॉस्टल के गलियारों में फैल रही थी।En: The soft sunlight was spreading through the corridors of the college hostel.Hi: दीवारों पर रंग-बिरंगी दीवाली की लड़ियाँ और कागज़ी लालटेनें टंगी थीं, जो देखने में बहुत ही सुंदर लग रही थीं।En: Colorful Diwali lights and paper lanterns were hung on the walls, which looked very beautiful.Hi: हर कोना मोमबत्तियों और फूलों की खुशबू से महक रहा था।En: Every corner was filled with the fragrance of candles and flowers.Hi: चारों तरफ़ मित्रता और उल्लास की गूंज थी।En: All around, there was an echo of friendship and joy.Hi: यही वो समय था जब आरव, मीरा और इशान के बीच एक अनजान रहस्य ने जन्म लिया।En: It was at this time that an unknown mystery was born between Aarav, Meera, and Ishaan.Hi: आरव अपने कमरे में बैठा, गंभीरता से सोच रहा था।En: Aarav was sitting in his room, thinking seriously.Hi: उसके लिए वो एक अनमोल यादगार वस्तु थी जो रहस्यमय तरीके से गायब हो गई थी।En: For him, it was a precious, memorable item that had mysteriously disappeared.Hi: वो वस्तु उनके दीवाली समारोह का खास हिस्सा थी।En: This item was a special part of their Diwali celebration.Hi: उसकी चिंता बढ़ती जा रही थी क्योंकि बिना इसे ढूंढे, आरव का दिल नहीं लग रहा था।En: His worry was increasing because without finding it, Aarav couldn't settle his mind.Hi: आत्म-संदेह की छाया उसके मन पर छाई रहती थी और उसने सोच लिया था कि जैसे ही उसे ये वस्तु मिलेगी, उसका आत्मविश्वास भी लौट आएगा।En: A shadow of self-doubt loomed over him, and he had decided that as soon as he found this item, his confidence would return.Hi: उसी समय, आरव ने मीरा और इशान को अपना मददगार बनाने का निर्णय लिया।En: At that moment, Aarav decided to make Meera and Ishaan his helpers.Hi: उसने अपने मन के अंदर दबी शंका को पीछे छोड़ दिया और मीरा से मिलकर इस रहस्य को सुलझाने की बात की।En: He left behind the suspicions buried in his mind and talked to Meera about solving this mystery.Hi: मीरा, जो अपने तेज दिमाग और गहरी समझ के लिए जानी जाती थी, आरव की योजना सुनकर उत्साहित हो गई।En: Meera, known for her sharp mind and deep understanding, was excited after hearing Aarav's plan.Hi: इशान भी उनकी टीम में शामिल हो गया, उसकी खामोशी में एक गहरी समझ थी जो लोगों को अक्सर नज़र नहीं आती थी।En: Ishaan also joined their team; his silence carried a deep understanding that people often did not notice.Hi: अचानक, मीरा ने याद किया कि उन्होंने पिछले वर्ष यही वस्तु किस कमरे में रखी थी।En: Suddenly, Meera remembered which room they had kept this item in the previous year.Hi: उन्होंने वहां हर कोने का निरीक्षण किया, मगर कुछ भी नहीं मिला।En: They inspected every corner there, but found nothing.Hi: इशान ने चुपचाप सोचा और याद किया कि कैसे सफाई के दौरान उसने एक झोला देखा था जिसमें कुछ डिब्बे थे, जिन्हें सफाई कर्मचारी ने गलती से बाहर फेंक दिया हो सकता है।En: Ishaan quietly thought and remembered how during the cleaning, he had seen a bag that contained some boxes, which the cleaning staff might have mistakenly thrown out.Hi: उन तीनों ने मिलकर फौरन हॉस्टल के सफाई कर्मचारी से संपर्क किया।En: The three of them immediately contacted the hostel's cleaning staff.Hi: सौभाग्य से, वो झोला अभी तक बिना खोले सफाई बक्से में रखा हुआ था।En: Fortunately, the bag was still kept unopened in the cleaning bins.Hi: उसमें वही यादगार वस्तु थी।En: It contained the same memorable item.Hi: आरव ने उसे वही उठाकर सीने से लगाया और महसूस किया कि अब वो पहले से कहीं ज्यादा मजबूत था और उसके दोस्त अब उसके लिए परिवार बन चुके थे।En: Aarav picked it up and held it to his chest, feeling that he was now stronger than ever and that his friends had now become family for him.Hi: दीवाली की रात, हॉस्टल का माहौल उल्लास से भरा था।En: On the night of Diwali, the hostel was filled with joy.Hi: आरव, मीरा और इशान के चेहरे खुशी से चमक रहे थे।En: The faces of Aarav, Meera, and Ishaan were radiant with happiness.Hi: वो घटना अब एक यादगार कहानी बन चुकी थी, जो उनके दोस्ती के रिश्ते को नई ऊचाईयों तक ले गई।En: The incident had now become a memorable story that took their friendship to new heights.Hi: आरव ने सीखा कि सहयोग से ही समस्याएँ हल होती हैं, मीरा को अपने मित्रों से गहराई से जुड़ने का एहसास हुआ, और इशान ने भी अपनी क्षमता का विश्वास पाया।En: Aarav learned that problems are solved with collaboration, Meera realized a deeper connection with her friends, and Ishaan also found belief in his capabilities.Hi: वे तीनों एक-दूसरे के साथ खुशियों के दीप जलाते हुए इस खास रात का आनंद लेने लगे।En: The three of them started enjoying the special night, lighting candles of joy together. Vocabulary Words:corridors: गलियारोंlanterns: लालटेनेंfragrance: खुशबूecho: गूंजmystery: रहस्यprecious: अनमोलmemorable: यादगारdisappeared: गायबworry: चिंताself-doubt: आत्म-संदेहloomed: छाईconfidence: आत्मविश्वासhelpers: मददगारsuspicions: शंकाsharp mind: तेज दिमागdeep understanding: गहरी समझsilent: खामोशीinspected: निरीक्षणbins: बक्सेmemorable: यादगारradiant: चमकcooperation: सहयोगproblems: समस्याएँbelieve: विश्वासcelebration: समारोहsolve: सुलझानेcolleagues: मित्रोंheights: ऊचाईयोंenjoy: आनंदjoy: उल्लास

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Autumn Stroll Sparks Unexpected Connection in Vondelpark Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2025-11-16-23-34-02-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De zon scheen zachtjes door de bomen van het Vondelpark.En: The sun softly shone through the trees of het Vondelpark.Nl: Het was een warme herfstmiddag.En: It was a warm autumn afternoon.Nl: De lucht rook fris en de bladeren lagen als een kleurrijk tapijt op de grond.En: The air smelled fresh and the leaves lay like a colorful carpet on the ground.Nl: Kinderen lachten en renden door de bladeren.En: Children laughed and ran through the leaves, making sounds as if they were gold stars.Nl: Bram liep langzaam over het kronkelige pad.En: Bram walked slowly along the winding path.Nl: Hij hield van de stilte, van de rust die het park hem gaf.En: He loved the silence and the tranquility that the park offered him.Nl: Zijn blik bleef hangen bij de veranderingen van de natuur, op zoek naar inspiratie voor zijn volgende schilderij.En: His gaze lingered on the changes in nature, searching for inspiration for his next painting.Nl: Zijn gele jas viel op tussen de herfstbladeren, die zo geel, rood en bruin waren als een palet vol warme kleuren.En: His yellow coat stood out among the autumn leaves, which were as yellow, red, and brown as a palette full of warm colors.Nl: Ilse was ook in het park.En: Ilse was also in the park.Nl: Na een drukke werkdag zocht ze rust en ruimte.En: After a busy workday, she sought peace and space.Nl: Ze hield van de natuur en de energie die het haar gaf.En: She loved nature and the energy it gave her.Nl: Haar lachs was aanstekelijk en vaak begroette ze de honden die met hun baasjes voorbij kwamen.En: Her laugh was infectious, and she often greeted the dogs passing by with their owners.Nl: Terwijl ze de bomen bewonderde, voelde ze haar zorgen verdwijnen.En: As she admired the trees, she felt her worries disappear.Nl: Plotseling stopte Bram.En: Suddenly, Bram stopped.Nl: Zijn ogen waren gevangen door een groep kinderen.En: His eyes were captivated by a group of children.Nl: Ze gooiden bladeren omhoog alsof ze een regen van kleur creëerden.En: They threw leaves up as if creating a rain of color.Nl: Ilse stond toevallig naast hem, kijkend naar hetzelfde tafereel.En: Ilse happened to be standing next to him, watching the same scene.Nl: Hun blikken kruisten en een gemeenschappelijke lach brak de stilte.En: Their eyes met, and a shared smile broke the silence.Nl: "Mooi, hè?" zei Ilse, wijzend naar de kinderen.En: "Beautiful, isn't it?" Ilse said, pointing to the children.Nl: Bram knikte langzaam. Zijn schuchtere glimlach verscheen.En: Bram nodded slowly, a shy smile appearing on his face.Nl: Ze begonnen te praten.En: They started talking.Nl: Over kunst, de schoonheid van natuur en het leven in Amsterdam.En: About art, the beauty of nature, and life in Amsterdam.Nl: Bram voelde zich ongewoon op zijn gemak.En: Bram felt unusually at ease.Nl: Ilse's opgewektheid was als een zachte bries die zijn angst voor vreemde gesprekken wegblies.En: Ilse's cheerfulness was like a gentle breeze blowing away his fear of conversations with strangers.Nl: "Ik zoek inspiratie voor een nieuw schilderij," bekende Bram.En: "I'm looking for inspiration for a new painting," Bram confessed.Nl: Ilse antwoordde: "En ik zoek rust na lange werkdagen."En: Ilse replied, "And I'm looking for peace after long workdays."Nl: Ze realiseerden zich dat ze veel gemeen hadden.En: They realized they had a lot in common.Nl: Een liefde voor kunst en natuur verbond hen.En: A love for art and nature connected them.Nl: Ze besloten samen nog eens in het park af te spreken.En: They decided to meet again in the park.Nl: Misschien terug naar het Vondelpark, of naar een van de vele musea van de stad.En: Perhaps back to het Vondelpark, or to one of the many museums in the city.Nl: Toen ze afscheid namen, voelde Bram zich voor het eerst sinds lange tijd opgewekt.En: When they said goodbye, Bram felt uplifted for the first time in a long while.Nl: Hij had niet alleen inspiratie voor zijn kunst gevonden, maar ook een onverwachte band met een ander mens.En: He had not only found inspiration for his art but also an unexpected connection with another person.Nl: Ilse, aan de andere kant, voelde zich kalm en vredig.En: Ilse, on the other hand, felt calm and peaceful.Nl: De ontmoeting had haar dag verlicht.En: The encounter had brightened her day.Nl: De zon zakte langzaam achter de bomen terwijl Bram en Ilse zich omdraaiden en hun eigen weg vervolgden.En: The sun slowly set behind the trees as Bram and Ilse turned and continued on their paths.Nl: Het begin van een nieuwe vriendschap en een bron van inspiratie.En: The beginning of a new friendship and a source of inspiration.Nl: Beiden keken uit naar hun volgende ontmoeting, met nieuwe hoop en mogelijkheden.En: Both looked forward to their next meeting, with new hope and possibilities.Nl: Het Vondelpark had hen niet alleen rust gegeven, maar ook een onverwachte verbinding.En: Het Vondelpark had given them not just peace, but also an unexpected connection. Vocabulary Words:softly: zachtjesshone: scheenwinding: kronkeligetranquility: rustlingered: bleef hangengaze: blikinspiration: inspiratieyellow coat: gele jaspalette: paletenergy: energieinfectious: aanstekelijkadmired: bewonderdeworries: zorgencaptivated: gevangenscene: tafereelshy: schuchterat ease: op zijn gemakcheerfulness: opgewektheidconfessed: bekendecommon: gemeenconnected: verbondgoodbye: afscheiduplifted: opgewektunexpected: onverwachteconnection: verbindingpeaceful: vredigbrightened: verlichthope: hooppossibilities: mogelijkhedenfresh: fris

Sayaka Matsui is General Counsel and Representative Executive Officer at Unilever Japan. Sayaka shares how she unlearned something that she thought was helping her to do better. When she did that amazing things happened and she reached new career heights as well as achieving personal goals too. If you are wondering if your career path is “on track” or you are struggling with self criticism, this episode is for you!If you enjoyed this episode and it inspired you in some way, we'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Head over to Apple Podcasts to leave a review and we'd love it if you would leave us a message here!In this episode you'll hear:How reading a children's story-book version of Merchant of Venice at age 10 sparked Sayaka's interest in lawSayaka's transition from private practice to corporate planning and eventually to General CounselThe transformative impact of spending two years in the United States How Sayaka unlearned her habit of nightly self-criticism and embraced vulnerability About SayakaSayaka Matsui is the Representative Executive Officer and General Counsel of Unilever Japan Holdings G.K., where she leads legal, compliance, and risk management for one of the world's most recognised global brands.Before joining Unilever in 2019, she held legal roles at Credit Saison, Waseda Legal Commons Law Office, Daizawa Law Office, and Nagashima Ohno & Tsunematsu. Sayaka also spent a year as a Visiting Scholar at the University of California, Berkeley, broadening her global perspective on law and social impact.She is deeply committed to the next generation of legal talent, providing programs to law schools and judicial apprentices to promote understanding of in-house legal work, and in 2025, she was appointed as a member of MEXT's advisory committee on law schools.Sayaka holds a J.D. (Professional) and LL.B. from Waseda University.In her spare time, she loves watching international TV dramas and learning foreign languages.Connect with SayakaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sayaka-matsui-881a61188/ Connect with Catherine LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/oconnellcatherine/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyeronair

Even in the unexpected, God can use our story to point others to Him.In Week 3 of our series, On the Run, we continued with “An Unexpected Turn.” Everyone has an opportunity to be a witness—to share what they're passionate about and what God has done to rescue them. Just like Jonah's story, our lives can reflect God's grace and redemption when we recognize and celebrate His work in us.Missed the message? Catch up now!

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Is your partner being honest? Ali suspects her boyfriend Jay might be cheating—but when the Jubal Show sets up a clever test with flowers, the truth takes a surprising turn. Between suspicious phone calls, mysterious bank balances, and a generous 85-year-old friend, nothing is as it seems. Tune in for drama, laughs, and a jaw-dropping twist in this episode of To Catch a Cheater. Think your partner might be up to something shady? The Jubal Show has you covered. In this explosive segment, The Jubal Show helps suspicious lovers uncover the truth by setting up the ultimate loyalty test. We call their significant other, posing as a grocery store’s floral department offering a free bouquet. You know.. a War of the Roses. The catch? Who they choose to send the flowers to—and what they write on the card—could reveal everything. Will it be a romantic gesture for their partner or a shocking betrayal? Get ready for twists, surprises, and jaw-dropping confrontations as we help our listeners get the answers they deserve. Subscribe to The Jubal Show's To Catch A Cheater / War of the Roses.➡︎ Get on The Jubal Show with your story - https://thejubalshow.com This is just a tiny piece of The Jubal Show. You can find every podcast we have, including the full show every weekday right here…➡︎ https://thejubalshow.com/podcasts The Jubal Show is everywhere, and also these places: Website ➡︎ https://thejubalshow.com Instagram ➡︎ https://instagram.com/thejubalshow X/Twitter ➡︎ https://twitter.com/thejubalshow Tiktok ➡︎ https://www.tiktok.com/@the.jubal.show Facebook ➡︎ https://facebook.com/thejubalshow YouTube ➡︎ https://www.youtube.com/@JubalFresh Support the show: https://the-jubal-show.beehiiv.com/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is your partner being honest? Ali suspects her boyfriend Jay might be cheating—but when the Jubal Show sets up a clever test with flowers, the truth takes a surprising turn. Between suspicious phone calls, mysterious bank balances, and a generous 85-year-old friend, nothing is as it seems. Tune in for drama, laughs, and a jaw-dropping twist in this episode of To Catch a Cheater. Think your partner might be up to something shady? The Jubal Show has you covered. In this explosive segment, The Jubal Show helps suspicious lovers uncover the truth by setting up the ultimate loyalty test. We call their significant other, posing as a grocery store’s floral department offering a free bouquet. You know.. a War of the Roses. The catch? Who they choose to send the flowers to—and what they write on the card—could reveal everything. Will it be a romantic gesture for their partner or a shocking betrayal? Get ready for twists, surprises, and jaw-dropping confrontations as we help our listeners get the answers they deserve. Subscribe to The Jubal Show's To Catch A Cheater / War of the Roses.➡︎ Get on The Jubal Show with your story - https://thejubalshow.com This is just a tiny piece of The Jubal Show. You can find every podcast we have, including the full show every weekday right here…➡︎ https://thejubalshow.com/podcasts The Jubal Show is everywhere, and also these places: Website ➡︎ https://thejubalshow.com Instagram ➡︎ https://instagram.com/thejubalshow X/Twitter ➡︎ https://twitter.com/thejubalshow Tiktok ➡︎ https://www.tiktok.com/@the.jubal.show Facebook ➡︎ https://facebook.com/thejubalshow YouTube ➡︎ https://www.youtube.com/@JubalFresh Support the show: https://the-jubal-show.beehiiv.com/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.