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Martine Blackler, CS, from Uvongo, KwaZulu-Natal, South AfricaHear more from Martine on this week's episode of Sentinel Watch.

Lina Seiche joins Natalie Brunell to explore El Salvador's Bitcoin transformation, financial education for kids, and how owning your money brings true freedom. The creator of The Little Hodler explains her move from Germany, her partnership with Stacy Herbert, and the optimism driving El Salvador's future. We discuss: How "The Little Hodler" became a beloved Bitcoin symbol The world's first Bitcoin-based school curriculum for children Why Lina moved from Europe to El Salvador The truth about safety, progress, and freedom in El Salvador Insights into President Bukele's popularity and Bitcoin Historico conference: https://bitcoinhistorico.com  Lina's message of hope: owning your money means owning your future Don't forget to get your passes to Bitcoin Amsterdam for November: Use code HODL for discount: https://www.bitcoin.amsterdam ---- Pre-order Natalie's new book "Bitcoin is For Everyone," available November 18, 2025. https://amzn.to/3WzFzfU  --- Coin Stories is powered by Gemini. Invest as you spend with the Gemini Credit Card. Sign up today to earn a $200 intro Bitcoin bonus. The Gemini Credit Card is issued by WebBank. See website for rates & fees. Learn more at https://www.gemini.com/natalie  ---- Coin Stories is powered by Bitwise. Bitwise has over $10B in client assets, 32 investment products, and a team of 100+ employees across the U.S. and Europe, all solely focused on Bitcoin and digital assets since 2017. Learn more at https://www.bitwiseinvestments.com  ---- Ledn is the global leader in Bitcoin-backed loans, issuing over $9 billion in loans since 2018, and they were the first to offer proof of reserves. With Ledn, you get custody loans, no credit checks, no monthly payments, and more. Get .25% off your first loan, learn more at https://www.Ledn.io/natalie  ---- Natalie's Bitcoin Product and Event Links: For easy, low-cost, instant Bitcoin payments, I use Speed Lightning Wallet. Play Bitcoin trivia and win up to 1 million sats! Download and use promo code COINSTORIES10 for 5,000 free sats: https://www.speed.app/coinstories  Block's Bitkey Cold Storage Wallet was named to TIME's prestigious Best Inventions of 2024 in the category of Privacy & Security. Get 20% off using code STORIES at https://bitkey.world   Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/natalie  Genius Group (NYSE: $GNS) is building a 10,000 BTC treasury and educating the world through the Genius Academy. Check out *free* courses from Saifedean Ammous and myself at https://www.geniusgroup.ai Earn passive Bitcoin income with industry-leading uptime, renewable energy, ideal climate, expert support, and one month of free hosting when you join Abundant Mines at https://www.abundantmines.com/natalie  Bitcoin 2026 will be here before you know it. Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2026?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput=  Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie   Ditch your fiat health insurance like I did four years ago! Join me at CrowdHealth: www.joincrowdhealth.com/natalie  ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

The Monster Mash has reached its end! Before they leave the Universal backlot, the Halloweenies (Dan Caffrey, McKenzie Gerber, Rachel Reeves, Michael Roffman, and Justin Gerber) take inventory on all those Universal Monsters they've covered this year. Who's the all-timer? Find out in this season finale ranking. Bonus: They also announce next season! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, we discuss the exciting news that Universal has filed a permit for a massive Epic Universe expansion, hinting that new attractions, lands, or entertainment offerings could already be in the works even before the park's first full year is complete. We also share our picks for the best Universal Orlando resorts for a staycation, from relaxing getaways to family-friendly spots with great food, pools, and vibes. Whether you're a local looking for a weekend retreat or planning a longer Universal trip, we break down which resorts offer the best bang for your buck. Join Club 32 Help us to fund & grow the show by becoming part of Club 32! You'll get more additional content, CTM Apparel discounts, 1901 Candle Company discounts, private Facebook Group, private podcast & more! - head to ctmvip.com CTM Apparel Get the best Disney, Universal and/or Pop Culture apparel that is hand made in our shop - shop at ctmshirts.com Subscribe To The Show & Leave Us A Review Apple Podcasts - Click Here Stitcher - Click Here Spotify - Click Here Follow Us on Social Media CTM Facebook Group: @capthemagic Twitter: @capthemagic Instagram: @capthemagic Visit Us Online Subscribe to our YouTube Channel! Capture the Magic Podcast – find the latest episodes! Capture The Magic Apparel – you can find a great Disney-inspired t-shirt collection! Join Club 32! Our private group with access to exclusive livestreams, podcasts, and MORE! Visit ctmvip.com Our Sponsors Zip Travel - visit travelwithzip.com to see how they can help you have the vacation of a lifetime! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this week's episode, the team plays a game of "Never Have I Ever", in which the team discusses things they have never done in the parks before that most people have.What popular things in the parks have you never done before? Do they match what our team has never done? Listen in to find out!Remember, if you enjoy everything you hear, and want more content, check out patreon.com/wtmhpodcast to join our Magic Mafia!Support the show

Pastor Alan R. Knapp discusses the topic of "SEE: Living by Faith at the Edge of the Eschaton Part Eleven: The Old-Timers" in his series entitled "Hebrews 2020: We See Jesus" This is Increment 406 and it focuses on the following verses: Hebrews 11:1-3

Introduction Into The Catholic Epistle. The Word means Universal. The writers wrote to the church everywhere. The 7 Catholic Epiiste. Who were they. Gospel Reflection: (John 6:5-14).

Aaron Benanav discusses the second part of his ‘Beyond Capitalism' essay series in the New Left Review. In this part he lays out the institutional design of his proposal of a multi-criterial economy. Shownotes Aaron at Cornell University: https://cals.cornell.edu/people/aaron-benanav Aaron's personal website: https://www.aaronbenanav.com/ Access to Aaron's paywalled publications: https://www.aaronbenanav.com/papers Mailing List to join the Movement for Multi-Dimensional Economics: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeUF7MZ2jQJXY_wHKn5xSIo-_L0tkMO-SG079sa5lGhRJTgqg/viewform Benanav, A. (2025). Beyond Capitalism—1. New Left Review, Issue 153, 65–128. https://newleftreview.org/issues/ii153/articles/aaron-benanav-beyond-capitalism-1 Benanav, A. (2025). Beyond Capitalism—2. New Left Review, Issue 154, 97–143. https://newleftreview.org/issues/ii154/articles/aaron-benanav-beyond-capitalism-2 Benanv, A. (2020). Automation and the Future of Work. Verso. https://www.versobooks.com/products/2682-automation-and-the-future-of-work on economic stagnation, see especially chapter 3, “In the Shadow of Stagnation”. on Marx's concept of the Value-Form: https://www.marxists.org/archive/marx/works/1867-c1/appendix.htm Moore, J.W. & Patel, R. (2020). A History of the World in Seven Cheap Things. A Guide to Capitalism, Nature, and the Future of the Planet. Verso. https://www.versobooks.com/products/817-a-history-of-the-world-in-seven-cheap-things on the abstract domination of capitalism: Postone, M. (1993). Time, Labor and Social Domination. A Reinterpretation of Marx's Critical Theory. Cambridge University Press. https://files.libcom.org/files/Moishe%20Postone%20-%20Time,%20Labor,%20and%20Social%20Domination.pdf Mau, S. (2023). Mute Compulsion. A Marxist Theory of the Economic Power of Capital. Verso. https://www.versobooks.com/products/2759-mute-compulsion Leipold, B. (2024). Citizen Marx. Republicanism and the Formation of Karl Marx's Social and Political Thought. Princeton University Press. https://press.princeton.edu/books/hardcover/9780691205236/citizen-marx on GDP (Gross Domestic Product): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gross_domestic_product on the Five-Year Plans in the Soviet Union: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Five-year_plans_of_the_Soviet_Union Katsenelinboigen, A. (1977). Coloured Markets in the Soviet Union. Soviet Studies. Vol. 29, No.1. 62-85. https://www.jstor.org/stable/150728 Uvalić, M. (2018). The Rise and Fall of Market Socialism in Yugoslavia. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/331223694_The_Rise_and_Fall_of_Market_Socialism_in_Yugoslavia on Friedrich Hayek: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Friedrich_Hayek Hayek, F. A. (1945). The Use of Knowledge in Society. The American Economic Review, 35(4), 519–530. https://www.jstor.org/stable/1809376 on the Pareto Optimum: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pareto_efficiency on Rational Choice Theory: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rational_choice_model on Behavioral Economics: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Behavioral_economics on Otto Neurath: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Otto_Neurath on Neurath's technocratic tendencies: https://jacobin.com/2023/02/technocratic-socialism-otto-neurath-utopianism-capitalism on Joseph Raz: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joseph_Raz on Utilitarianism: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Utilitarianism on the Capability Approach by Amartya Sen and Martha Nussbaum: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capability_approach on the Human Development Index (HDI): https://hdr.undp.org/data-center/human-development-index#/indicies/HDI on the Sustainability Development Goals (SDGs): https://sdgs.un.org/goals on Multi-Objective Optimization: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Multi-objective_optimization Saros, D. E. (2014). Information Technology and Socialist Construction. The End of Capital and the Transition to Socialism. Routledge. https://www.routledge.com/Information-Technology-and-Socialist-Construction-The-End-of-Capital-and-the-Transition-to-Socialism/Saros/p/book/9780415742924 on Neoclassical Economics: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neoclassical_economics on Citizen Assemblies and Sortition: https://www.sortitionfoundation.org/ on John Stuart Mill: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Stuart_Mill Mill, J. S. (2011). On Liberty. Cambridge University Press. https://www.cambridge.org/core/books/on-liberty/62EC27F1E66E2BCBA29DDCD5294B3DE0 McCabe, H. (2021). John Stuart Mill, Socialist. McGill-Queen's University Press. https://www.mqup.ca/john-stuart-mill--socialist-products-9780228005742.php on Degrowth: https://degrowth.info/ on Nick Land and Right Accelerationism: https://youtu.be/lrOVKHg_PJQ?si=Q4oFbaM1p4fhcWP0 on Left Accelerationism: https://criticallegalthinking.com/2013/05/14/accelerate-manifesto-for-an-accelerationist-politics/ Devine, P. (2002). Participatory Planning through Negotiated Coordination. Science & Society, Vol. 66, No. 1, 72-85. https://guilfordjournals.com/doi/abs/10.1521/siso.66.1.72.21001?journalCode=siso on Oskar R. Lange: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oskar_R._Lange on Lange's neoclassical approach to Socialism: https://jacobin.com/2022/10/oskar-lange-neoclassical-marxism-limits-of-capitalism-economic-theory Kowalik, T. (1990). Lange-Lerner Mechanism. In: Eatwell, J., Milgate, M., Newman, P. (eds). Problems of the Planned Economy. Palgrave Macmillan. https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-1-349-20863-0_21 on Joseph Schumpeters concept of Creative Destruction: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Creative_destruction Shaikh, A. (2016). Capitalism. Competition, Conflict, Crises. Oxford Academic. https://academic.oup.com/book/1464 Kornai, J. (1980). “Hard” and “Soft” Budget Constraint. Acta Oeconomica, 25(3/4), 231–245. https://www.jstor.org/stable/40728773 on the Cobb-Douglas Production Function: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cobb%E2%80%93Douglas_production_function on Adam Smith: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adam_Smith Lutosch, H. (2025). Embracing the Small Stuff. Caring for Children in a Liberated Society. In: Groos, J., & Sorg, C. (Eds.). (2025). Creative Construction. Democratic Planning in the 21st Century and Beyond. Bristol University Press. https://bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/creative-construction Hahnel, R. (2021). Democratic Economic Planning. Routledge. https://www.routledge.com/Democratic-Economic-Planning/Hahnel/p/book/9781032003320 Cockshott, P. & Cottrell, A. (1993). Towards a New Socialism. Spokesman. https://users.wfu.edu/cottrell/socialism_book/new_socialism.pdf on Universal Basic Services (UBS): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Universal_basic_services https://autonomy.work/ubs-hub/ Fraser, N. & Sorg, C. (2025). Socialism, Planning and the Relativity of Dirt. In: Groos, J., & Sorg, C. (Eds.). (2025). Creative Construction. Democratic Planning in the 21st Century and Beyond. Bristol University Press. https://bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/creative-construction on Milton Friedman: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Milton_Friedman on John Maynard Keynes: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Maynard_Keynes Aaron on what to learn from radical Keynesianism for a transitionary Program: Benanav, A. & Henwood, D. (2025). Behind the News. Beyond the Capitalist Economy w/ Aaron Benanav. https://open.spotify.com/episode/2diIiFkkM4x7MoZhi9e0tx on Socializing Finance: McCarthy, M. A. (2025). The Master's Tools. How Finance Wrecked Democracy (And a Radical Plan to Rebuild It). Verso. https://www.versobooks.com/products/755-the-master-s-tools Future Histories Episodes on Related Topics S3E47 | Jason W. Moore on Socialism in the Web of Life https://www.futurehistories.today/episoden-blog/s03/e47-jason-w-moore-on-socialism-in-the-web-of-life/ S03E29 | Nancy Fraser on Alternatives to Capitalism https://www.futurehistories.today/episoden-blog/s03/e29-nancy-fraser-on-alternatives-to-capitalism/ S03E04 | Tim Platenkamp on Republican Socialism, General Planning and Parametric Control https://www.futurehistories.today/episoden-blog/s03/e04-tim-platenkamp-on-republican-socialism-general-planning-and-parametric-control/ S02E33 | Pat Devine on Negotiated Coordination https://www.futurehistories.today/episoden-blog/s02/e33-pat-devine-on-negotiated-coordination/ S03E10 | Aaron Benanav on Associational Socialism and Democratic Planning https://www.futurehistories.today/episoden-blog/s02/e10-aaron-benanav-on-associational-socialism-and-democratic-planning/ S01E32 | Daniel E. Saros on Digital Socialism and the Abolition of Capital (Part 2) https://www.futurehistories.today/episoden-blog/s01/e32-daniel-e-saros-on-digital-socialism-and-the-abolition-of-capital-part-2/ S02E31 | Daniel E. Saros on Digital Socialism and the Abolition of Capital (Part 1) https://www.futurehistories.today/episoden-blog/s01/e31-daniel-e-saros-on-digital-socialism-and-the-abolition-of-capital-part-1/ --- If you are interested in democratic economic planning, these resources might be of help: Democratic planning – an information website https://www.democratic-planning.com/ Sorg, C. & Groos, J. (eds.)(2025). Rethinking Economic Planning. Competition & Change Special Issue Volume 29 Issue 1. https://journals.sagepub.com/toc/ccha/29/1 Groos, J. & Sorg, C. (2025). Creative Construction - Democratic Planning in the 21st Century and Beyond. Bristol University Press. 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Hey everyone, welcome back to Unlocking the Magic — thanks for tuning in! Today, we're diving into the Universal Orlando Resort hotels — the pros, the cons, and which one might be the best fit for your next vacation.And fun fact to kick us off: Most people don't realize Universal hotels are actually owned and operated by Loews Hotels — not Universal.

Cultists, five years after the previous entry in the series, and three years since they'd made a horror movie at all, Universal convinced Karloff to sit in Jack Pierce's make-up chair for one last outing as the iconic monster. Minus director James Whale's subversive edge but with Dracula star Bela Lugosi and future Sherlock Holmes star Basil Rathbone, Son Of Frankenstein marked a turning point in the Universal Horror Series. Please join us for the Dissection.  Dissection Topic https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0031951/?ref_=ext_shr  Son of Frankenstein https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B005EYG0HO/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r  Unholy Sacrament  Oktoberfresh, Fresh Hopped Marzen, Zoiglhaus Brewing Co https://untp.beer/NXgKA  Vault Of Darkness  Altered Carbon (Kalogridis, 2018) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2261227/?ref_=ext_shr   https://www.netflix.com/title/80097140  https://www.richardkmorgan.com/writing/altered-carbon/  Young Frankenstein (Brooks, 1974) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0072431/?ref_=ext_shr  Young Frankenstein [Blu-ray] https://a.co/d/4Dd5Myj  #sonoffrankenstein, #frankenstein, #brideoffrankenstein, #youngfrankenstein, #rowlandvlee, #boriskarloff, #belalugosi, #basilrathbone, #jackpierce, #kennethstrickfaden, #ygor, #igor, #drfrankenstein,  #henryfrankenstein, #wolffrankenstein, #inspectorkrogh, #universalmonsters, #universalhorror, #classicmonsters, #classichorror

Can your brain operate quickly in a dangerous situation? Are you able to find the right solution under time pressure? Maybe you can think critically whenever it's needed? Let's check if it's so. Here're fresh and tricky riddles that'll put all of these qualities to test. If you manage to pass it, your survival skills need no upgrade! #brightside Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jim Hill and Eric Hersey dig into a newly surfaced Universal guest survey that hints at Epic Universe joining the resort's Annual Pass lineup — and what that could mean for crowds, pricing, and park strategy. Plus, Jim shares a real-life road trip saga straight out of a Hallmark movie, and the guys unpack Universal's latest headlines from Orlando to Hollywood. NEWS A listener-sent Universal survey suggests Epic Universe may soon be included in AP tiers. Comcast's Q3 results show a 19% jump in theme park revenue, driven by Epic's first full quarter. The Burning Blade Tavern's fire effect goes dark — and fans dub it “The Invisible Blade.” Jim explains why Spider-Man still appears in Universal marketing — thanks to a contract clause requiring 20% Marvel representation in Islands of Adventure ads. Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz return for a brand-new Mummy sequel, proving Universal's monster legacy isn't dead yet. FEATUREJim continues his deep dive into Universal's ill-fated Dark Universe — the studio's ambitious attempt to build a monster-filled cinematic universe. From Dracula Untold to The Mummy (2017), discover how even A-list stars and big budgets couldn't resurrect the undead franchise. Hosts Jim Hill — X/Twitter: @JimHillMedia | Instagram: @JimHillMedia | Website: jimhillmedia.com Eric Hersey — X/Twitter: @erichersey | Instagram: @erichersey | Website: erichersey.com PatreonSupport Epic Universal and other Jim Hill Media shows at patreon.com/jimhillmedia Follow UsFacebook: @JimHillMediaNews | YouTube: @jimhillmedia | TikTok: @jimhillmedia Producer CreditsEdited by Dave GreyProduced by Eric Hersey — Strong Minded Agency SponsorThis episode is brought to you by Unlocked Magic — where you can save up to 12% on Universal Orlando and Walt Disney World tickets, including after-hours events. Visit UnlockedMagic.com today and tell them Eric and Jim sent you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ladies and gentlemen, we got him.Nick is officially a Horror Nights convert! Hear all about his trip to Universal to experience the worlds of Freddy Fazbear, Freddy Fallout, and Freddy Wyatt.Don't forget to like, subscribe, rate, review, comment, share, and drink the cat lady's special soup.SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON:https://www.patreon.com/cticketpodCHECK US OUT ON YOUTUBE:https://youtube.com/@cticketpod?si=ig6ODv0zvbaXuFPhFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA:TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@cticketpodINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/cticketpod/TWITTER: https://twitter.com/CTicketPodEMAIL US:cticketpod@gmail.comMERCH AVAILABLE NOW!https://www.teepublic.com/user/the-c-ticket-podcastThe C-Ticket Podcast: It's not the best theme park podcast, but it's probably somebody's favorite!Hosted by Nick D'Ambrosia and James PerlasMusic:Delightful D Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Welcome to Watch. Review. Repeat. This is the podcast where two best friends discuss the latest in film and television and then do it all over again the following episode! In space, no one can hear you scream. But as Colton and Andrew discover from watching the FX original series 'Alien: Earth'... on Earth, everyone can hear you scream. 00:00:00 - Episode Teaser/Intro Music/Opening 00:05:00 - Explaining The New Format of Watch. Review. Repeat. 00:17:11 - 'Alien: Earth' (Intro and Fun Facts) 00:26:40 - 'Alien: Earth' (Non-Spoilers and Recommendation) 00:59:11 - 'Alien: Earth' (Spoilers) 01:25:18 - Catching Up With Colton (Florida Trip - Disney's Disney Hollywood Studios, Universal's Halloween Horror Nights 2025, Sunday Brunch, Wedding, 'Tron: Ares', New York and Vermont Trip, 'Love is Blind' Season 9) 01:39:37 - Catching Up With Andrew (Disney's Animal Kingdom, Disney's Magic Kingdom, College Football, Babies Update, 'Bring Her Back', Upgrading Center Channel Speaker) 01:46:39 - Conclusion/Outro Music Visit our website! Support us on Patreon! Thank you for listening! Got something to say? Send it our way to watchreviewrepeat@gmail.com! Produced by: Anna Mattis Intro/Outro Music: Mechanolith Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

We're back from our Halloween break, and we're recapping our 2025 Horror Challenge! Thanks to all who participated! In addition, we'll talk about our Halloween night festivities, and Brian will give his review of Universal's Horror Unleashed attraction in Las Vegas!

 If you are a Disney World first timer or new to the Disney Parks, these Disney facts may catch you off guard. The Carousel of Progress is in fact not a carousel, free Disney busses still can't take you here, and you can catch the fun at the end of some rides without riding at all. Find out what rides, restaurants and things on property are not as they seem!I hope you enjoyed today's show. I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @mountains_of_magic or Facebook at Fantastical Vacations by Daniele. If you would like help in planning an upcoming Disney or Universal vacation, email me at danielerobbins@fantasticalvacations.com or fill out a quote form to get started planning the magic Get A Quote Want the latest travel deals and all my tips for Disney, Universal and Cruising?Join my email newsletter  Want to try fetch rewards and get free gift cards by scanning receipts? Use my code 8G48W to get 2000 points at sign up. FETCH REWARDSMy Website mountainsofmagic.square.siteMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/bring-the-funLicense code: E9BZCTS1O3JRPERX This podcast is not sponsored or supported by Fetch Rewards. Views of the host are her own. 

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We've got a Halloween Hangover on this week's episode, with two Universal 1932 horror movies, James Whale's The Old Dark House (based on a novel by J. B. Priestley) and Karl Freund's The Mummy, starring Karloff. We explore the curious tone, social themes, and stellar cast (including Charles Laughton, Ernest Thesiger, Eva Moore, Melvyn Douglas, and the excellent Lilian Bond) of Whale's Gothic oddity and The Mummy's connection to Dracula movie history. Then the hangover continues in Fear and Moviegoing in Toronto: we discuss our latest theatrical viewing of the great Dead of Night (1945) as well as a Canadian Thanksgiving viewing of the boomer classic The Big Chill (1983) for a different kind of grappling with mortality and confrontation with horror.  Time Codes: 0h 00m 35s:      THE OLD DARK HOUSE (1932) [dir. James Whale] 0h 35m 45s:      THE MUMMY (1932) [dir. Karl Freund] 0h 58m 08s:      Fear & Moviegoing in Toronto – Dead of Night (1945) by Basil Dearden, Cavalcanti, et al and The Big Chill (1983) by Lawrence Kasdan Studio Film Capsules provided by The Universal Story by Clive Hirschhorn Additional studio information from: The Hollywood Story by Joel W. Finler 1932 Information from Forgotten Films to Remember by John Springer                                 +++ * Marvel at our meticulously ridiculous Complete Viewing Schedule for the 2020s * Intro Song: "Sunday" by Jean Goldkette Orchestra with the Keller Sisters (courtesy of The Internet Archive) * Read Elise's latest film piece on Preston Sturges, Unfaithfully Yours, and the Narrative role of comedic scapegoating. * Check out Dave's new Robert Benchley blog – an attempt to annotate and reflect upon as many of the master humorist's 2000+ pieces as he can locate – Benchley Data: A Wayward Annotation Project!  Follow us on Twitter at @therebuggy Write to us at therebuggy@gmail.com   We now have a Discord server - just drop us a line if you'd like to join!           

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Apple CEO Tim Cook pulled three rabbits out of a hat Pulling a rabbit out of a hat is a pretty good trick, but pulling three out of a hat is nothing short of a miracle. In the spring of this year, Apple stock fell below $170 a share as it was faced with enormous tariffs on iPhones, the potential loss of a $20 billion per year payment from Google, and sales for iPhones seemed to be stuck in the mud. To handle the tariff situation, Tim Cook promised US investments of $600 billion over four years. This was not bringing iPhone production back to the US, but it was an investment of making AI servers in Texas and offering manufacturing training for US businesses in Detroit. Apple also announced a $2.5 billion commitment to make iPhone cover glass in Kentucky with Corning and a $500 million partnership to produce rare earth magnets in the United States. After this investment pledge, the President said Apple would be exempt from tariffs on imported electronics. To save the $20 billion yearly payment from Google, Mr. Cook sent Apple's senior vice president in charge of services Eddie Cue to testify. He convinced the judge that technology shifts are so powerful that they can take down even the most massive companies. In other words, the judge didn't need to impose harsh penalties, and the market would essentially take care of itself. And somehow consumers have been convinced that the new thinner smart phone called the iPhone Air is a must for any consumer. The marketing on this must be phenomenal because the iPhone Air has a weaker camera, a single speaker, a smaller battery with a shorter life and a higher price tag. Apple also convinced consumers that the rest of the iPhone 17 lineup was worth an upgrade. Apple is predicting up to12% revenue growth in the holiday quarter, twice what Wall Street estimated. So, in roughly 6 months the stock, after dropping to a low around $169 a share, it is up roughly $100 and somehow supports a price earnings ratio of 36. Congratulations to Tim Cook and shareholders of Apple stock. If anyone said they knew Apple would be fine either they have a crystal that really works, or they didn't understand the problems Apple was facing. Going forward the road is still bumpy with operating expenses coming in slightly over $18 billion for the December quarter, a 19% increase year over a year and well above the 10 to 12% revenue increase that Apple's projecting. We don't see any big drops in the stock coming up, but I still can't justify the share price or see any reason why the stock will continue to climb going forward.   In 2026 you could be buying stocks on the Texas Stock Exchange Businesses and CEOs are getting tired of the high taxes in New York City and the regulations that are costing them billions of dollars. Texas, which is known as a pro business state will be opening in Dallas the Texas Stock Exchange (TXSE). This has already been approved by the Security Exchange Commission (SEC). It is expected to see operations open for trading in the first quarter of 2026. The Texas stock exchange has the backing of JPMorgan Chase, who just invested $90 million into the new exchange. Large companies like BlackRock and Charles Schwab are also on board. It is backed by many businesspeople including billionaire Kelcy Warren, cofounder of Energy Transfer Partners, and billionaire Paul Foster, who founded the investment firm Franklin Mountain Investments. This could be a heavy blow to New York and New York City, who have been unfriendly to business because they felt like they have the only place in the country to trade. Now that New York City has elected Zohran Mamdani for mayor, it will be interesting to see how businesses respond since he says he will go after business and the wealthy to pay more taxes. The state of Texas has no income tax, but if you live in New York City you could pay a state tax of 10.9% plus a city tax of 3.9% and it doesn't take long to get to those levels based on your income.   Public companies that bought Bitcoin are getting worried The craziness of public companies riding the Bitcoin wave as it increased in value caused many of their stocks to jump even more than the increase in Bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies. But now that Bitcoin has pulled back from its all-time high slightly over $126,000 and has dropped about 20%, those public companies that bought Bitcoin are seeing their stocks drop far greater than the decline in Bitcoin. Roughly 25% of the public companies that bought Bitcoin as a treasury strategy now have a market cap valuation below the total value of their Bitcoin value. What companies were doing was they would invest in Bitcoin then sell their shares at a premium as their stock increased in value and then used those proceeds to turn around and buy more Bitcoin. Now that Bitcoin has declined, there's no reason for crypto buyers or traders to buy those stocks and instead it looks like they have been selling them. As an example, CleanCore Solutions is now down over 80% since investing in Dogecoin and even a larger player like Japan's Metaplanet, which is a top five publicly listed Bitcoin holder, has seen its stock decline around 60% over the last 3 months. If Bitcoin were to continue its decline, the company could be forced to sell assets, which could cause Bitcoin to fall even further. So far, this has not affected the company who started this craziness of buying Bitcoin in their treasury. I'm referring to MicroStrategy, which has changed its name just to Strategy and still trades under the symbol MSTR. Really all this company does is buy Bitcoin. Strategy owns roughly 640,000 Bitcoin and at today's price it is worth roughly $70 billion. It is estimated that Strategy's average purchase price for Bitcoin is $74,000, so they seem to be safe for a while. However, stock investors in Strategy are probably crying the blues since in July the stock was around $450 and as of today it trades around $240, close to a 50% decline. As we have said for years, no one really knows what direction Bitcoin is going, it could be up or it could be down. But one thing is for certain, if those companies that bought Bitcoin and pushed the price higher, now need to sell it that will probably cause Bitcoin to fall further.   Financial Planning: The Conflict of Interest around Universal Life Insurance Universal life insurance is often presented as a hybrid policy that combines features of term life and whole life, marketed for its perceived benefits of tax-deferred cash value growth and the potential for tax-free income through policy loans in addition to a permanent death benefit. However, realizing these benefits typically requires significant overfunding, meaning the policyholder must pay premiums well above the minimum needed to keep the policy in force. Universal life offers flexible premiums, but there are ongoing fees and costs of insurance, which increase with age, required to maintain coverage. Only premiums paid beyond those costs build cash value that can be invested. The problem is that agent commissions are usually based on the “target premium”—the minimum amount needed to keep the policy active, not the funding level required for it to perform as illustrated. This creates a conflict of interest, where many agents are incentivized to sell the policy but not to ensure it's structured or funded properly. As a result, many universal life policies become underfunded, fail to accumulate meaningful cash value, and ultimately function as expensive term insurance. While some advisors structure these policies correctly, they are the exception rather than the rule. Because the life insurance industry is easy to enter and highly lucrative, it attracts many underqualified or self-interested salespeople. For most people, term life insurance combined with disciplined investing remains a more transparent and cost-effective approach that will outperform even the most efficiently structured life insurance, especially since the need for a death benefit typically declines by retirement. It's important to regularly review existing life insurance policies to ensure they're performing as intended and not quietly eroding in value over time.   Companies Discussed: Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. (ARE), Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB), Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG) & Newell Brands Inc. (NWL)

Universal s'est souvenue qu'Amanda Lear faisait partie de son catalogue et lui a demandé de retourner en studio pour enregistrer un nouveau disque. Voilà comment est né "Looking back", 23e album d'Amanda Lear, dans lequel elle jette un œil dans le rétro de sa vie amoureuse. Marie Gicquel est allée pour RTL à la rencontre de ce personnage... Ecoutez Laissez-vous tenter - Première avec Marie Gicquel du 07 novembre 2025.Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Halloween season has ended and with it another year of HHN is in the books. In this episode of the DIS Unlimited Universal Show, Hannah and Ryno are giving their final house rankings, their thoughts and feelings on the 2025 Halloween Horror Nights event as a whole, and what they hope for HHN 35 coming in 2026. Links:UO Fan WebsiteGet a FREE No-Obligation Quote on a Universal vacation from Dreams Unlimited Travel today!Important DIS links and more information!Support us and get exclusive content on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode, we have some news about the opening of the lobby bar in Grand Floridian, the Zootopia attraction receiving mixed reviews, and a new feature in My Disney Experience that will excite Disney shoppers. We also have a battle between two holiday events - Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party and Disney Jollywood Nights. We talk about pricing, special offerings, the vibes and more, as we decide which party we think is the better pick. Join Club 32 Help us fund & grow the show by becoming part of Club 32! You'll get more additional content, ad free versions of the podcast, CTM Apparel discounts, 1901 Candle Company discounts, a private Facebook Group, private podcast feed & more! - head to ctmvip.com Book Your Vacation With Zip Travel Co. Visit vacationwithzip.com to see how our dedicated CTM agents wither Lauren or Kendal can help you save time, money and plan the vacation of a lifetime! CTM Apparel Get the best Disney, Universal and/or Pop Culture apparel that is hand made in our shop - shop at ctmapparelco.com. Subscribe To The Show & Leave Us A Review Apple Podcasts - Click Here Stitcher - Click Here Spotify - Click Here Follow Us online CTM Facebook Group: @capthemagic Twitter: @capthemagic Instagram: @capthemagic YouTube: @ctmpodcast capturethemagicpodcast.com     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The conservatory gates have closed for good and HHN 34 is now just a memory. The question is, was it a good memory? We review all aspects of Halloween Horror Nights in Orlando for HHN 2025. Was Terrifier the shining IP it was expected to be? Did Horrors of the Wyatt Sicks impress non-believers? We'll not only discuss the houses, zones, and shows but we'll of course provide our final rankings for them.10% off Horrors Untold:https://horrorsuntold.com/product/horrors-untold/aff/5/Follow HHN 365 on social media:Instagram HHN365Twitter @HHN365TikTok: @HHN365podJoin our Discord Server: https://discord.gg/jUD9nZav2UMerch: HHN365.comFeatured audio is courtesy of White Bat Audio

On today's episode we are heading over to the original Universal park in Orlando, Universal Studios, to talk about some of the fun Easter Eggs that can be found there!

The girls are back with the ultimate Disney Cruise Line showdown and a hilarious round of Would You Rather! Will they choose spa days or sea days? Formal Night or Pirate Night? Nothing is off limits, and you can expect there will be drama, hot takes, and a lot of laughter as they debate every must-do (and must-don't) at sea. Thank you for listening!Spend your Wednesdays with Tammy, Ana, and Alex as they spill the tea over planning elevated Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, or Adventures by Disney vacations. We are concierge travel agents with Fantastical Vacations. For help with your next Disney vacation, as well as Universal, cruise lines, all-inclusive resorts and more, you can email us at theteaatthed@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/theteaatthed/As well as: Alex: https://www.instagram.com/happilyeverafteralexandra/Ana: https://www.instagram.com/twinmomonmainstreet/Tammy: https://www.instagram.com/howfarillgotravel/For suggestions for future episodes, comments, or questions, you can email us at Theteaatthed@gmail.com

In this post–Election Week episode of The Liquidity Event, AJ and Shane dive into New York City's new mayor, former rapper Zohran Mamdani, and what his win could mean for taxes, wages, and city life. AJ shares her marathon weekend adventures and Halloween highlights, while Shane talks about biking through Manhattan gridlock, watching Tame Impala, and catching the World Series. They unpack NASCAR champ Kyle Busch's $8.5 million insurance lawsuit, OpenAI's new public benefit status, and the latest push for a global wealth tax. The conversation covers billionaire carveouts, the "Teach for America for failed politicians" idea, and closes with thoughts on fairness, community, and the economics of a changing New York. Timestamps: (00:00) Welcome to The Liquidity Event, marathon weekends, and mime makeup (04:30) Zoran Mammadani wins NYC, a new era (and some saber-rattling) (06:00) AJ's "Teach for America, but for failed politicians" proposal (07:30) Shane's Tame Impala flex, Game 7 chaos, and fall weekend vibes (09:30) NASCAR's Kyle Busch sues Pacific Life, insurance gone wild (14:00) OpenAI's $500B milestone and the rise of "too big to fail" tech (20:00) The great wealth tax debate, guillotines, Birkins, and billionaire tears (27:00) Universal healthcare dreams and the Brooklyn FI insurance saga (32:00) Mamdani's 2% millionaire tax, free buses, and grocery-store wars (39:00) Closing thoughts, fairness, optimism, and five-star requests

Do you miss back in season one, where the Monstie Men talked about the diminishing returns of those lower budget Universal sequels, where the son of the previous Frankenstein does the exact same thing? Well buckle up! You can find the Monstie Men on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠. Buy some merch on ⁠⁠⁠⁠TeePublic⁠⁠⁠⁠. Check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠all of their links here⁠⁠⁠⁠. Part of the ⁠⁠⁠⁠Geekscape Network⁠⁠⁠⁠ (check out the new website here). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Este viernes comienza en Tokio un Congreso sobre la pena de muerte en Asia Oriental, organizada por asociaciones abolicionistas de la región. Países como Corea del Norte siguen aplicando ejecuciones, en su gran mayoría fuera de la vista de la comunidad internacional, y han sido señalados por defensores de derechos humanos. RFI conversó con Elizabeth Salmón, relatora de la ONU para los derechos humanos en la República Popular Democrática de Corea.  Se le conoce como Corea del Norte, pero en Naciones Unidas su nombre oficial es República Popular Democrática de Corea - o RPDC. La peruana Elizabeth Salmón es relatora de la ONU para los derechos humanos en ese país y entre sus tareas se encuentra la de monitorear cómo se imparte justicia en el terreno, donde no hay un equipo de Naciones Unidas. El derecho internacional exige que los Estados que no han abolido la pena de muerte solo la apliquen a los crímenes o delitos de extrema gravedad. “En el caso de la República Popular Democrática de Corea, sin embargo, lo que tenemos es que existen alrededor de 40 posibles delitos que podrían terminar siendo objeto de pena de muerte”, apunta Salmón. Entre los delitos castigados con muerte están aquellos vinculados a la comercialización de droga, prostitución y trata de personas. Se incluye también algo “tremendamente llamativo, el consumo de información de lo que se llama naciones hostiles o enemigas, que básicamente se refieren a Corea del Sur". Salmón participa en Tokio en el Congreso regional sobre la pena de muerte en Asia Oriental, del 7 al 9 de noviembre. Aunque es imposible establecer cifras, tuvo acceso a casos de ejecuciones incompatibles con el estándar de castigo a "delitos más graves". "Como relatora, junto con otros relatores de Naciones Unidas, levantamos la voz y enviamos comunicaciones a la RPDC porque llegó a nuestro conocimiento el caso de 11 mujeres que habían sido repatriadas de China y que fueron sometidas el 31 de agosto de 2024 a un juicio público en el que se les acusaba de haber cometido el delito de tráfico humano y esclavitud sexual. Dos de estas mujeres fueron ejecutadas ese mismo día”, explicó. Dos recomendaciones aceptadas La RPDC ha participado en varios ciclos del Examen Periódico Universal, el mecanismo del Consejo de Derechos Humanos de Naciones Unidas para vigilar que se cumplan obligaciones. “En noviembre de 2024, en su cuarto ciclo, por primera vez en la historia de este mecanismo, aceptó dos recomendaciones que tienen que ver precisamente con el tema de la pena de muerte”, aseguró la relatora. Chile pedía reducir los casos castigables con la pena de muerte mientras que Países Bajos le solicitó restringir la pena de muerte a los crímenes más serios del derecho. “A pesar de que tradicionalmente la RPDC no ha querido conversar sobre este tema, en el año 2024 ha aceptado estas dos recomendaciones, que considero tremendamente importantes. Podría ser un signo para poder conversar en el futuro, y ojalá que se tomen en serio estas dos recomendaciones y puedan, en su próximo ciclo o incluso antes, presentar elementos positivos, reformas normativas, restricciones y protocolos que garanticen el derecho a la vida". Salmón apunta además que, al realizar ejecuciones públicas, Pyongyang busca desalentar cualquier crítica en la ciudadanía.

Start the new month with the bigger picture of how we are being impacted by unseen forces with EWN's Numerologist Michele Landers. Similar to the yearly Numerological vibrations, Universal and USA energies change every month. These monthly vibrations have an effect on all of us. Listen in on the first day of each month to hear what the upcoming month has in store for us!***Michele Landers is a Board Certified Life Purpose Coach, Hypnotherapist and Professional Numerologist. She is a dynamic and gifted lecturer, teacher, author and consultant on the subjects of personal empowerment, spiritual wisdom, the law of attraction and numerology. Michele was a recurring coach on Fox/ WFLX “Eye on South Florida” with Shannon Cake and on NBC's WPTV ‘s “5 at 11” Healthy, Wealthy and Wise segment. Recognized and highly regarded as an authority in her field, her books, The Tao of Numbers and The Year of Living Miraculously are both informative and entertaining. Michele is a much sought after radio, media personality and speaker who has taught hundreds of classes, speaking throughout the country. She has assisted clients nationwide to gain clarity and direction in their lives and to discover their own unique talents.https://michelelanders.comhttps://www.facebook.com/michele.landers.3Check out our website featuring over 150 spirit-inspired lightworkers specializing in meditation, energy work and angel channeling.www.enlightenedworld.onlinePlease consider donating to support the work of the EWN https://www.paypal.me/EnlightenedWorld.To sign up for a newsletter to stay up on EWN programs and events, sign up here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/FBoFQef/webEnlightened World Network is now available on Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Podbean, Spotify, and Amazon Music.Link to EWN's disclaimer: https://enlightenedworld.online/disclaimer/

Last week, we recapped the HHN part of our trip; next week, you'll hear about the Epic Universe part of our trip. THIS week, listen as we recap the Universal Studios & Islands of Adventure part of our recent trip to Universal Orlando. We also review our first stay at Terra Luna, including nearly all of the Omega Cafe menu! Visit UFpodcast.com⁠⁠ to contact us and find us on socials. Please add The Universal Family Podcast to your library wherever you listen to your podcasts. We hope you enjoy our show about all things Universal Orlando!----------------------This episode is brought to you by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FDVglobal⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ who has a team of attentive, knowledgeable and fun-loving agents to make sure your next vacation is the adventure you've been dreaming of. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FDVglobal.com⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠to start planning your next adventure.

Toss that girl in the pond and break out the good champagne because we're discussing James Whale's seminal horror film Frankenstein (1931) to celebrate the release of Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein (2025)!Join us as we discuss how Frankenstein's success (along with that same year's Dracula), helped kickstart a series of Universal monster films. We also discuss what made this film so terrifying for audiences in 1931, despite the fact that the creature itself is one of the most sympathetic characters in horror history. Plus: another lesson in German Expressionism, lamenting the uselessness of Elizabeth (Mae Clarke), heaping all the praise on that dummy shot, and recounting a funny anecdote about....hard-boiled eggs??? Questions? Comments? Snark? Connect with the boys on BlueSky, Instagram, Youtube, Letterboxd, Facebook, or join the Facebook Group or the Horror Queers Discord to get in touch with other listeners.> Trace: @tracedthurman (BlueSky)/ @tracedthurman (Instagram)> Joe: @joelipsett (BlueSky) / @bstolemyremote (Instagram) Be sure to support the boys on Patreon!  Theme Music: Alexander Nakarada    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

From engagements to birthdays, we're talking about ways to create fun surprises for friends and family at Disney World. We also tackle questions about re-rideable vs. one-and-done rides.* * * * * *WAYS FOR YOUR FAMILY TO SAVE MONEY:☞ DVC Rental Store  Check out the deals from our amazing partner, DVC Rental Store, to rent DVC points for your next trip!☞ DVC Resale Market! Consider becoming a real life DVC member. ☞ Discounted Disney World & Universal tickets!  Yes it's legit. Save big bucks on park tix from our trusted partner. Up to 12% off theme park tickets. 10% off special event tickets (Mickey's Not So Scary and Very Merry Christmas Party). Or if you go to that other place, Uni-whatever.* * * * * *We hope our podcast hypes you up for your next trip.Brought to you by TJ, Matt and Landon...and sometimes Ben.Thanks so much for listening!We'll see you on Instagram: @disney.world.is.awesomeA Walt Disney World Podcast for Disney fans. Talking all things Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, Epcot and Animal Kingdom.

Don and Tom tackle the universal truths of investing — namely, that most investors underperform the market due to their own behavior. They discuss the persistence of emotional decision-making, the dangers of market timing, and the importance of diversification and sticking to a plan. Listener calls cover UGMA accounts, bond allocation in IRAs, downsizing for assisted living, robo-investing, annuities, and advisor ethics. The show mixes data-driven insight with classic Real Money humor and real-world financial guidance. 0:04 Universal truths of investing and investor behavior 2:07 Why investors underperform their own funds (Morningstar “Mind the Gap”) 3:30 Market sentiment, cash levels, and memories of 2000 and 2008 4:31 Peter Lynch on market corrections and investor overconfidence 5:40 The danger of timing the market and trusting stocks too much 6:40 “Financial Flinch Reflex” parody PSA (Appella Wealth ad) 7:41 Listener: diversifying a Vanguard UGMA for grandson's education 12:14 Listener: TSP rollover, age-based bond allocation, and risk tolerance 14:40 The right asset mix for long-term investors in their 40s 15:48 Listener: selling condo for assisted living — planning for late-life care 18:45 Spending vs. inheritance — why it's okay to use your own money 20:27 Producer's question: is SoFi robo-investing safe for beginners? 22:56 Emergency funds vs. long-term investing; debt priorities 26:03 Listener: spouse investing in individual stocks — handling differences 28:32 Listener: total market vs. S&P 500 core fund; AVGE and DFAW explained 30:17 Listener: 8% annuity “crediting rate” myth and why it's misleading 35:42 Real internal rate of return on annuities and risk comfort 37:12 Listener: following advisor from Ameriprise to a bank — fiduciary warning 39:36 Why commissioned products persist and how fiduciary rules differ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the 118th Episode of Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus the guys review the 1941 classic Universal horror film, "The Wolf Man." Tom & Zeus continue through their review of the classic horror films from Universal and this time they review the classic The Wolf Man starring Lon Chaney, Jr. They discuss the classic 1941 version of The Wolf Man and breakdown the film. So tune in to also find out why this episode also contains, Borat, Hockey analyst Pierre Maguire, Trading Places and mountain cats. To Purchase “The Wolf Man” On Amazon Click Below:   ⁠"The Wolf Man"⁠   To Purchase Shout It Out Loudcast's KISS Book “Raise Your Glasses: A Celebration Of 50 Years of KISS Songs By Celebrities, Musicians & Fans Please Click Below:   ⁠Raise Your Glasses Book⁠   For all things Shout It Out Loudcast check out our amazing website by clicking below:   ⁠www.ShoutItOutLoudcast.com⁠   Interested in more Shout It Out Loudcast content?  Care to help us out?  Come join us on Patreon by clicking below:   ⁠SIOL Patreon⁠   Get all your Shout It Out Loudcast Merchandise by clicking below:   ⁠Shout It Out Loudcast Merchandise at AMAZON⁠   Shop At Our Amazon Store by clicking below: ⁠Shout It Out Loudcast Amazon Store⁠   Please Email us comments or suggestions by clicking below: ⁠ShoutItOutLoudcast@Gmail.com⁠   Please subscribe to us and give us a 5 Star (Child) review on the following places below: ⁠iTunes⁠ ⁠Podchaser⁠ ⁠Stitcher⁠ ⁠iHeart Radio⁠ ⁠Spotify ⁠   Please follow us and like our social media pages clicking below: ⁠Twitter⁠ ⁠Facebook Page⁠ ⁠Facebook Group Page Shout It Out Loudcasters⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠   Proud Member of the Pantheon Podcast click below to see the website: ⁠Pantheon Podcast Network⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the Say YES to Yourself! Podcast—the show for midlife women, empty nesters, and anyone navigating life after divorce, burnout, or big transitions. If you're ready to shed cultural expectations, reconnect with your true self, and put your joy first—you're in the right place.In this episode, Wendy talks with Dina Berrin, seasoned intuitive guide, storyteller, and Certified Co-Active Life Coach, about the cycles that shape our lives and how to navigate them with grace. Dina explains what it means to be in a Universal 9 Year and how these cosmic patterns mirror the inner transformations many women experience in midlife. Together, they explore how trusting your intuition and embracing your own magic can help you close one chapter and consciously begin the next.They explore:How numerology offers a language for understanding personal and collective transitionsWhat it means to move through a Universal 9 Year with awarenessWhy intuition, not doing or holding more, is the key to creating your next chapter with ease and alignmentThis episode is an invitation to listen to your inner wisdom and trust the magic that's been within you all along. Connect with Dina:Get Her Book: The Way WithinGet Her Divination Charm SetDinaBerrin.comInstagram @dinaberrinLinkedInYouTubeReferenced in this Episode:The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up by Marie Kondo________________________________________________________________________________________ Say YES to joining Wendy for her: Say YES Sisterhood PWH Farm StaysPWH Curated France TripsInstagram: @phineaswrighthouseFacebook: Phineas Wright House LinkedinWebsite: Phineas Wright HousePodcast Production By Shannon Warner of Resonant Collective Want to start your own podcast? Let's chat! If this episode resonated, follow Say YES to Yourself! and leave a 5-star review—it helps more women in midlife discover the tools, stories, and community that make saying YES not only possible, but powerful.

Pastor Alan R. Knapp discusses the topic of "A Sermon on the Edge of the Eschaton: Serious Christians" in his series entitled "Hebrews 2020: We See Jesus (2X)" This is Increment 386 and it focuses on the following verses: Hebrews 10:34-37

Our 224th episode with a summary and discussion of last week's big AI news!Recorded on 10/31/2025Hosted by Andrey Kurenkov and co-hosted by Gavin Purcell (check out AI For Humans and AndThen!)Feel free to email us your questions and feedback at contact@lastweekinai.com and/or hello@gladstone.aiRead out our text newsletter and comment on the podcast at https://lastweekin.ai/In this episode:OpenAI completes its for-profit restructuring, redefining its relationship with Microsoft and securing future investments. Meanwhile, Qualcomm and other tech giants announce new AI chips aimed at competing with Nvidia and AMD, marking major advancements in AI hardware capabilities. Amazon and Google deepen their partnerships with Anthropic, providing extensive computing resources to enhance AI research and applications. These developments signal significant growth and competition in the AI industry. Major AI tools and models were released and updated, including Cursor 2.0, CLAUDE coding capabilities, and open-source options from Minimax. These new tools offer a range of functionalities for coding, design, and more. Legal battles around AI copyright issues persist, as OpenAI faces ongoing lawsuits from authors over text generation using copyrighted material. Universal Music Group settles a copyright suit with AI music startup UDO, transitioning to a licensed model for AI-generated music. This shift reflects broader challenges and adaptations in the AI-generated content space, where copyright and ethical usage remain highly contentious issues.Timestamps:(00:00:10) Intro / Banter(00:02:44) News PreviewTools & Apps(00:03:44) Cursor 2.0 shifts to in-house AI with Composer model and parallel agents(00:07:44) Anthropic brings Claude Code to the web | TechCrunch(00:10:01) Microsoft's Mico is a 'Clippy' for the AI era | TechCrunch(00:14:20) Anthropic's Claude catches up to ChatGPT and Gemini with upgraded memory features | The Verge(00:18:46) Canva launches its own design model, adds new AI features to the platform | TechCrunch(00:21:07) Elon Musk's Grokipedia launches with AI-cloned pages from Wikipedia | The VergeApplications & Business(00:25:10) OpenAI completed its for-profit restructuring — and struck a new deal with Microsoft | The Verge(00:31:25) Qualcomm announces AI chips to compete with AMD and Nvidia(00:34:02) Amazon launches AI infrastructure project, to power Anthropic's Claude model | Reuters(00:38:52) Google and Anthropic announce cloud deal worth tens of billions(00:39:46) Google partners with Ambani's Reliance to offer free AI Pro access to millions of Jio users in India | TechCrunchProjects & Open Source(00:41:17) MiniMax Releases MiniMax M2: A Mini Open Model Built for Max Coding and Agentic Workflows at 8% Claude Sonnet Price and ~2x Faster - MarkTechPost(00:45:22) [2510.25741] Scaling Latent Reasoning via Looped Language Models(00:47:59) OpenAI's gpt-oss-safeguard enables developers to build safer AI - Help Net SecurityResearch & Advancements(00:49:51) [2510.15103] Continual Learning via Sparse Memory Finetuning(00:54:01) [2510.18091] Accelerating Vision Transformers with Adaptive Patch Sizes(00:57:46) [2510.18871] How Do LLMs Use Their Depth?Policy & Safety(01:01:07) AMD, Department of Energy announce $1 billion AI supercomputer partnership | The Verge(01:03:03) Synthetic Media & Art(01:09:34) Universal partners with AI startup Udio after settling copyright suit | The Verge(01:16:04) OpenAI loses bid to dismiss part of US authors' copyright lawsuit | ReutersSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Can a Gang of Kids Really Save the World from Classic Monsters?Welcome to this episode of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast, where hosts Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell venture into completely new territory with The Monster Squad (1987)—a film neither had seen before. This nostalgic cult classic brings together Universal's greatest monsters in what should be the ultimate horror crossover, but does it hold up without those rose-tinted glasses of childhood? Join these first-time viewers as they dissect whether the magic works when you're encountering Dracula, Frankenstein's monster, and the Wolfman for the first time as adults.Coming at The Monster Squad cold, both hosts find themselves intrigued by the premise but puzzled by the execution. While the movie looks great and delivers some genuinely fun moments—like Dracula's lightning-rod cane and the mummy's slow-motion chase scenes—they struggle to connect with characters who feel more like archetypes than actual kids. The film's reliance on nostalgia for both 1980s adventure films and classic Universal monsters creates a double-edged sword: those with childhood memories may overlook its flaws, but newcomers are left wondering why the scary German neighbor is so accommodating and where all that dynamite came from. Still, they appreciate the earnest effort and Shane Black's co-writing credits, ultimately landing on a solid 6 out of 10 rating.Additional insights from the discussion:The problematic language choices feel particularly jarring to modern ears, even accounting for 1980s contextFat Kid's pizza-as-weapon moment raises questions about just how sensitive vampires are to garlicThe film's treatment of individual monsters feels uneven, with Wolfman getting a complete arc while the Mummy serves mainly as comic reliefFrankenstein's redemption and the portal mechanics create unexpectedly emotional momentsThe army showing up because of a letter written in crayon perfectly captures the film's toneBoth hosts acknowledge that The Monster Squad clearly resonates with those who grew up watching it, even if it didn't quite capture their adult hearts. The movie delivers on spectacle and has undeniable charm, making it a worthwhile watch for anyone curious about this slice of 1980s monster movie nostalgia.Want more retro movie magic? Visit TruStory FM to explore The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast and other great shows. Members get early, ad-free episodes plus exclusive bonus content—learn more at trustory.fm/join.Connect with the hosts: Check out Krissy at Neighborhood Comedy Theatre and Nathan at Squishy Studios. Follow the show on Facebook, Instagram, and Bluesky.What's your favorite 1980s monster movie that deserves a fresh look? ---Learn more about supporting this podcast by becoming a member. It's just $5/month or $55/year. Visit our website to learn more.

Join Evan and Malerie, third-generation leaders at **Skyjacker Suspensions**, as they dive deep into the family legacy that started in a backyard shop in western Louisiana over 50 years ago! From their grandfather's adrenaline-fueled mud runs to building one of the deepest suspension catalogs in the industry (6,300+ SKUs!), discover how passion, in-house manufacturing, and hardcore testing keep Skyjacker thriving.

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"It's not enough to think confident — you have to show it. The inner work matters, but so does the outer energy you project into the world." — Kimmy Seltzer In this episode, Kristen M. Olson sits down with Kimmy Seltzer — a therapist-turned-dating-strategist and host of The Charisma Quotient podcast — to dissect modern love in the age of apps, filters, and fast connections. They explore: Kimmy's journey from therapist to style-confidence coach and media personality. Her signature outside-in method for building confidence and attraction. The connection between appearance, energy, and emotional readiness. What reality dating shows like Love Is Blind Denver and The Golden Bachelor reveal about our obsession with instant chemistry. Why rushing the dating process sabotages long-term connection — and how to start "data-dating" instead of "blind-dating." How to reframe being single as a period of self-alignment, not self-fixing. Key Takeaway: Confidence is a skill built both internally and externally — when you align your energy, mindset, and presentation, you attract from authenticity, not fear. Time Stamps: 0:00 – 2:00 | Intro & Welcome 2:00 – 7:00 | Kimmy's background and evolution from therapist to confidence coach 7:00 – 12:00 | The "Outside-In" philosophy: how style transforms mindset 12:00 – 18:00 | Fear, visibility, and dating after reinvention 18:00 – 24:00 | "Love Is Blind Denver" and reality TV's dating illusions 24:00 – 30:00 | The data-dating method: collecting connection clues 30:00 – 35:00 | Confidence, vulnerability, and emotional readiness 35:00 – 40:00 | The future of dating and authentic attraction Kimmy Seltzer: Kimmy is a Confidence Therapist, Authentic Dating Strategist and Image Expert.  With vast knowledge and experience as a therapist, certified style coach, dating coach, and matchmaker, she has helped people find lasting love and connection, attract success and build valuable relationships using her unique "confidence makeover" process. Using an outside-in approach, Kimmy implements targeted style, emotional and social intelligence in people's lives using her signature formula, "The Charisma Quotient," working on body language, first impressions, image/wardrobe and flirting and how it impacts attraction. This Los Angeles-based expert travels the country helping people discover confidence, charisma and connection as a speaker at TEDx, National Matchmaking Conferences, eHarmony, Neutrogena, The Guild at Universal and UCLA and media appearances in Tamron Hall Show, ABC News, Fox News, NBC News and Inside Edition. Kimmy is also a regular contributor to the Huffington Post with appearances in Cosmopolitan, Oprah Magazine, Redbook, Reader's Digest, AskMen, Fox News Magazine, Yahoo and the Washington Examiner, among a myriad of other publications. Kimmy has been the leading love expert on the traveling live dating show The Great Love Debate, the cable reality series, The Romance.  You can also listen to her on her podcast, The Charisma Quotient and regular dating segments on 9NBC News, Colorado & Company and ABC10 FREE QUIZ: www.flirtover40.com // https://www.kimmyseltzer.com/   Connect with T&T: IG: @TurmericTequila Facebook: @TurmericAndTequila Website: www.TurmericAndTequila.com Host: Kristen Olson IG: @Madonnashero Tik Tok: @Madonnashero Website: www.KOAlliance.com WATCH HERE   MORE LIKE THIS: https://youtu.be/ZCFQSpFoAgI?si=Erg8_2eH8uyEgYZF   https://youtu.be/piCU9JboWuY?si=qLdhFKCGdBzuAeuI https://youtu.be/9Vs2JDzJJXk?si=dpjV31GDqTroUKWH

Business and economic studies reveal a strong connectionbetween creativity and enhanced financial success. A 2023 report from the U.S.Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) found that arts and cultural economicactivity—a key component of the creative economy—is growing at a rate thatexceeds the broader U.S. economy. In 2023, this sector accounted for 4.2% ofthe U.S. Gross Domestic Product (GDP), totaling $1.17 trillion. Its growth rateof 6.6% in 2023 outpaced the overall U.S. economy's growth of 2.9%. Business creativity is defined as the ability to generatenovel and useful ideas to address challenges, improve processes, or develop newproducts and services. It involves adapting to change, questioning the statusquo, and combining existing concepts in unique ways to create a competitiveadvantage or achieve organizational goals. Paul Eric Pape, a TEDx speaker, author, and creativebusiness strategist known as “Santa for Nerds,” has over 20 years of experienceas a successful creative entrepreneur. He has designed custom collectibles formajor companies like Disney, Universal, and Nickelodeon while building his ownthriving design studio. Paul is the creator of "Gamify Business" andthe author of “The Creative Player's Handbook to Business,” which presentscomplex business concepts in a language that resonates with creative minds. Utilizinggaming principles and adventure mechanics, he helps artists, designers, andcreative entrepreneurs build profitable businesses without sacrificing theirartistic integrity. His mission is simple: to demonstrate that you don't haveto be a “starving artist” to find success. Paul guides creatives to viewbusiness as an exciting adventure, helping them realize that running a businesscan be enjoyable, engaging, and deeply fulfilling. If you want to learn more, check out [GamifyBusiness](https://www.gamifybusiness.com/) and discover more at [thepodcast](https://www.gamifybusiness.com/podcast).

Jim wraps up the story of Raglan Road and explains how one Irish pub helped inspire the full transformation of Pleasure Island into today's Disney Springs. Along the way, Len kicks off No Negative November and the crew answers listener trip-planning questions with their best “only happy thoughts” energy. The origins of Raglan Road and how authentic Irish design found a home at Walt Disney World Why its immediate success made Disney rethink the entire Pleasure Island plan How that rethink led from Hyperion Wharf to the Disney Springs we know today EPCOT strategy debate: one-day visit vs. After Hours event Jollywood Nights character advice and what to prioritize Updates on Disney and Universal ticket options and offerings A classic Disney story that starts in a pub and ends with a whole new district. SHOW NOTES Unlocked Magic Unlocked Magic, powered by DVC Rental Store and DVC Resale Market, offers exclusive Disney & Universal ticket savings with TRUSTED service and authenticity. With over $10 MILLION in ticket sales, use Unlocked Magic to get the BIGGEST SAVINGS. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn More⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jim wraps up the story of Raglan Road and explains how one Irish pub helped inspire the full transformation of Pleasure Island into today's Disney Springs. Along the way, Len kicks off No Negative November and the crew answers listener trip-planning questions with their best “only happy thoughts” energy. The origins of Raglan Road and how authentic Irish design found a home at Walt Disney World Why its immediate success made Disney rethink the entire Pleasure Island plan How that rethink led from Hyperion Wharf to the Disney Springs we know today EPCOT strategy debate: one-day visit vs. After Hours event Jollywood Nights character advice and what to prioritize Updates on Disney and Universal ticket options and offerings A classic Disney story that starts in a pub and ends with a whole new district. SHOW NOTES Unlocked Magic Unlocked Magic, powered by DVC Rental Store and DVC Resale Market, offers exclusive Disney & Universal ticket savings with TRUSTED service and authenticity. With over $10 MILLION in ticket sales, use Unlocked Magic to get the BIGGEST SAVINGS. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn More⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

455 - Discover why Disney theme parks consistently outperform Universal and what makes the Disney difference truly magical! In this episode of Disney Travel Secrets, hosts and Disney travel agents Rob & Kerri Stuart break down exactly what sets Disney World, Disneyland, and Disney Cruise Line apart from every other vacation destination. What You'll Learn in This Episode: ✨ The 5 Key Reasons Disney Beats Universal - From immersive storytelling to multi-generational appeal, we reveal what makes Disney parks the gold standard in theme park experiences

On this episode, we're diving into the new Epic Universe ticket options starting in 2026, what they include, and how they'll fit into the Universal Orlando Resort lineup. We also break down what's confirmed to be coming to the park when it opens. From Super Nintendo World to How to Train Your Dragon Isle of Berk, Dark Universe, and Celestial Park, plus share some speculation on what Universal might add in the years ahead. With Epic Universe shaping up to be a game-changer for theme parks, we're breaking down everything you need to know about tickets, attractions, and the exciting possibilities for the park's future. Join Club 32 Help us to fund & grow the show by becoming part of Club 32! You'll get more additional content, CTM Apparel discounts, 1901 Candle Company discounts, private Facebook Group, private podcast & more! - head to ctmvip.com CTM Apparel Get the best Disney, Universal and/or Pop Culture apparel that is hand made in our shop - shop at ctmshirts.com Subscribe To The Show & Leave Us A Review Apple Podcasts - Click Here Stitcher - Click Here Spotify - Click Here Follow Us on Social Media CTM Facebook Group: @capthemagic Twitter: @capthemagic Instagram: @capthemagic Visit Us Online Subscribe to our YouTube Channel! Capture the Magic Podcast – find the latest episodes! Capture The Magic Apparel – you can find a great Disney-inspired t-shirt collection! Join Club 32! Our private group with access to exclusive livestreams, podcasts, and MORE! Visit ctmvip.com Our Sponsors Zip Travel - visit travelwithzip.com to see how they can help you have the vacation of a lifetime! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.