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Follow Adventure Diaries for more authentic stories of adventure.Oscar Scafidi explains how his Madagascar river expedition relied on people who knew the ground. The satellite images could not settle the route, local guides helped them assess the mountains, and the portage grew far beyond what the team had planned.Chapters00:00 Finding support on the ground01:15 A five-year conversation with the guide team01:50 Max and the local guides02:38 Why people declined the mountain route03:12 The limits of satellite images04:14 The portage grows05:05 The problem of water05:39 Season 6 previewIf you enjoyed this moment, please listen to the full Oscar Scafidi interview.Send us Fan MailSupport the showReady for your own adventure? Visit AdventureDiaries.com/GO for more stories and ways to join me on an outdoor adventure.

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Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Starlit Surprises: An Unplanned Kyoto Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2026-09-27-22-34-01-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 秋の午後、京都御所の庭園は紅葉で鮮やかでした。En: On an autumn afternoon, the gardens of the Kyoto Gosho were vibrant with autumn leaves.Ja: 赤や金色の葉が地面を覆い、美しく舞い散っていました。En: Red and golden leaves covered the ground, beautifully swirling in the air.Ja: ランタンと季節の飾りが小道を彩り、月見の宴は楽しそうに始まりました。En: Lanterns and seasonal decorations adorned the pathways, and the moon-viewing feast began happily.Ja: ハルト、ミユ、ケンタの三人は庭園に集まりました。En: Haruto, Miyu, and Kenta gathered in the garden.Ja: ハルトはリストを手に持ち、準備万端でした。En: Haruto, holding a list, was fully prepared.Ja: 「今日は完璧なスカベンジャーハントにしよう！」と意気込んで言いました。En: "Let's make this a perfect scavenger hunt today!" he declared enthusiastically.Ja: ミユはうきうきした表情で後ろから見つめ、「楽しみだね、ハルト！」と応えました。En: Miyu looked on with an excited expression from behind and replied, "I'm looking forward to it, Haruto!"Ja: ケンタはすでに屋台の食べ物に夢中でした。En: Kenta was already fascinated by the food stalls.Ja: 「あ、団子屋さんがある！」En: "Oh, there's a dango shop!"Ja: 三人は庭園を歩き始めると、いつの間にか大きな観光グループに紛れ込んでしまいました。En: As the three began walking through the garden, they unexpectedly blended into a large tourist group.Ja: 観光客たちは名所を巡りながら、月見の準備を楽しんでいました。En: The tourists enjoyed preparing for moon viewing as they toured the sights.Ja: ハルトはリストに集中していたけれど、いつの間にか道を外れました。En: Although Haruto was focused on the list, he eventually strayed off the path.Ja: 「ここじゃないみたい……」とハルトが言いましたが、ミユは「せっかくだから、このまま行こうよ」と笑いました。En: "This doesn't seem like the right place..." Haruto said, but Miyu laughed and replied, "Since we're here, let's just keep going."Ja: ケンタは美味しそうな匂いにフラフラと近づいて行きました。En: Kenta, drawn by the delicious smells, wandered closer.Ja: そのまま行き着いたのは、優雅な月見のパーティーでした。En: They ended up at an elegant moon-viewing party.Ja: 参加者たちは素晴らしい着物を着て、月を仰いでいました。En: The attendees wore stunning kimono and gazed up at the moon.Ja: 係員がチケットを求めてきた時に、三人はようやく間違いに気付きました。En: When an attendant asked for tickets, the three finally realized their mistake.Ja: 「あれ、僕たちこんなところに来る予定じゃなかったよね？」とハルトが驚いた声を出しました。En: "Wait, we weren't planning on coming here, were we?" Haruto exclaimed in surprise.Ja: ミユとケンタも笑い出しました。En: Miyu and Kenta burst out laughing.Ja: 「じゃあ、どうする？」En: "So, what should we do?"Ja: 「もう、リストのこと忘れようか」ハルトは苦笑いし、「楽しむ方を選ぼう」と決めました。En: "Let's forget about the list," Haruto chuckled, deciding, "Let's choose to have fun instead."Ja: 三人はその場を去り、オープンスペースで屋台の料理を楽しみました。En: The three left the spot and enjoyed the food from the stalls in the open space.Ja: 月光が庭園を照らし、秋の夜空に浮かぶ満月に願いをかけました。En: The moonlight illuminated the garden, and they made wishes upon the full moon floating in the autumn night sky.Ja: 心地よい風が吹き抜け、ケンタは月見団子を頬張りながら「やっぱり、これが一番だね」と満足そうに言いました。En: A pleasant breeze blew through, and as Kenta stuffed his cheeks with tsukimi dango, he said contentedly, "After all, this is the best."Ja: ハルトも笑顔で頷きました。En: Haruto smiled and nodded.Ja: 「計画通りでない方が楽しい時もあるんだね。」En: "Sometimes it's more fun when things don't go as planned."Ja: その夜、三人はこの予想外の冒険を肩を並べて楽しみました。En: That night, the three enjoyed this unexpected adventure side by side.Ja: ハルトは二人に寄り添い、いつもの計画よりも大切なものを見つけたように思いました。En: Haruto felt that he found something more important than their usual plans by sticking close to his friends.Ja: 庭園に漂う笑い声と月明かりが、その特別な秋の夜を包み込みました。En: Laughter and moonlight enveloped that special autumn night in the garden. Vocabulary Words:vibrant: 鮮やかswirling: 舞い散ってadorned: 彩りscavenger hunt: スカベンジャーハントenthusiastically: 意気込んでfascinated: 夢中unexpectedly: いつの間にかprepared: 準備万端blended: 紛れ込んでstrayed: 外れましたelegant: 優雅attendees: 参加者stunning: 素晴らしいattendant: 係員realized: 気付きましたexclaimed: 驚いた声を出しましたcontentedly: 満足そうにilluminated: 照らしmoon-viewing: 月見breeze: 風cheeks: 頬張りstalls: 屋台unexpected: 予想外side by side: 肩を並べてenveloped: 包み込みましたfeast: 宴wandered: フラフラmistake: 間違いdecided: 決めましたdelicious: 美味しそう

Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Unplanned Magic: A Day of Spontaneous Joy in Djurgården Park Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2026-09-25-07-38-19-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Djurgården Park glödde i höstens färger.En: Djurgården Park glowed with the colors of autumn.Sv: Elsas kamera dinglade vid hennes sida när hon och Lukas steg in i den livliga parken.En: Elsa's camera dangled at her side as she and Lukas stepped into the lively park.Sv: Luften doftade av nybakat bröd och äpplen.En: The air smelled of freshly baked bread and apples.Sv: Festivalen för skördetid var i full gång, och överallt var det folk som skrattade, åt och njöt av dagen.En: The harvest festival was in full swing, and everywhere there were people laughing, eating, and enjoying the day.Sv: Elsa älskade att fotografera.En: Elsa loved taking photographs.Sv: Hennes jobb var stressig, men genom linsen kunde hon fånga stunder av glädje och skönhet.En: Her job was stressful, but through the lens, she could capture moments of joy and beauty.Sv: Idag ville hon fånga festivalens essens.En: Today, she wanted to capture the essence of the festival.Sv: Elsa hade gjort en plan för vilka bilder hon tänkte ta.En: Elsa had made a plan for which photos she intended to take.Sv: Men Lukas, hennes bästa vän, hade andra planer.En: But Lukas, her best friend, had other plans.Sv: Han levde för äventyr och det oväntade.En: He lived for adventure and the unexpected.Sv: "Kom igen, Elsa!En: "Come on, Elsa!Sv: Låt oss kolla in de där marknadsstånden!"En: Let's check out those market stalls!"Sv: ropade Lukas glatt.En: Lukas shouted cheerfully.Sv: Han drog med henne genom mängden, och Elsa försökte balansera sin lust att ta bilder med Lukas energi.En: He pulled her through the crowd, and Elsa tried to balance her desire to take pictures with Lukas's energy.Sv: Hon kände sig lite överväldigad av allt liv och rörelse.En: She felt a little overwhelmed by all the life and movement.Sv: Vid ett stånd full av pumpor och färgglada löv stannade Lukas plötsligt upp.En: At a stall full of pumpkins and colorful leaves, Lukas suddenly stopped.Sv: "Titta här!En: "Look here!Sv: Är de inte fantastiska?"En: Aren't they amazing?"Sv: utbrast han och började leka med löven.En: he exclaimed and began to play with the leaves.Sv: Elsa skrattade, tog ett foto och insåg att dessa spontana stunder också hade sin charm.En: Elsa laughed, took a photo, and realized that these spontaneous moments also had their charm.Sv: Sakta började Elsa släppa på sina strikta planer.En: Slowly, Elsa began to let go of her strict plans.Sv: Lukas ledde henne till en liten grupp som började dansa en traditionell dans.En: Lukas led her to a small group that started to dance a traditional dance.Sv: Solen hade börjat gå ner, och himlen var fylld av gyllene och rosa toner.En: The sun had begun to set, and the sky was filled with golden and pink tones.Sv: "Kom och dansa, Elsa!"En: "Come dance, Elsa!"Sv: ropade Lukas och grep hennes hand.En: shouted Lukas and grabbed her hand.Sv: Elsa tvekade men lät sig dras med in i dansen.En: Elsa hesitated but let herself be drawn into the dance.Sv: Medan hon dansade, kände hon en lättnad.En: As she danced, she felt a sense of relief.Sv: Hon lyfte sin kamera och fångade ögonblicket - Lukas leende, barn som snurrade, och kvällsljuset som reflekterades i de fallna löven.En: She lifted her camera and captured the moment - Lukas's smile, children spinning, and the evening light reflected in the fallen leaves.Sv: När natten föll gick Elsa och Lukas åt sidan för att titta på bilderna.En: As night fell, Elsa and Lukas stepped aside to look at the pictures.Sv: Hon log när hon insåg att de bästa bilderna var de hon inte hade planerat.En: She smiled when she realized that the best photos were the ones she hadn't planned.Sv: De spontana, oskrivna ögonblicken hade sin skönhet.En: The spontaneous, unwritten moments had their beauty.Sv: Elsa tittade på Lukas och kände en ny sorts frid.En: Elsa looked at Lukas and felt a new kind of peace.Sv: Hon hade lärt sig något viktigt idag.En: She had learned something important today.Sv: Inte allt behövde vara perfekt planerat.En: Not everything needed to be perfectly planned.Sv: Det vackraste kunde hittas i det oförutsägbara.En: The most beautiful things could be found in the unpredictable.Sv: Tillsammans med sin vän hade hon upplevt en dag hon alltid skulle minnas.En: Together with her friend, she had experienced a day she would always remember.Sv: Djurgården Park hade gett henne mer än bara bilder; det hade gett henne en ny syn på livet.En: Djurgården Park had given her more than just pictures; it had given her a new outlook on life. Vocabulary Words:glowed: glöddedangled: dingladeharvest: skördetidstressful: stressigessence: essensintended: tänkteoverwhelmed: överväldigadstall: ståndpumpkins: pumporexclaimed: utbrastspontaneous: spontanastrict: striktahesitated: tvekaderelief: lättnadunwritten: oskrivnabalance: balanseraled: leddecapture: fångatones: tonerreflected: reflekteradesnew outlook: ny synunexpected: oväntadeadventure: äventyrlively: livligacrowd: mängdencolorful: färggladacharm: charmgolden: gyllenepeace: fridunpredictable: oförutsägbara

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A piece of equipment fails, a big client walks, or a lawsuit lands on your desk, could your business cover it without touching your personal savings? In this episode of Think Smart with TMFG, we go back to square one on business emergency funds: why it's easy to put off when things are going well, and why the businesses hit hardest are usually the ones doing fine right up until they weren't. We dig into why mixing personal and business emergency savings is a mistake, your corporation should be self-sustaining on its own cash flow, and why pulling personal money in to bail it out undoes that separation for good. From there, we talk about how to size your fund based on your expense ratio and industry risk, why a revolving credit line is a shaky substitute for cash, and why keeping it liquid inside a holdco, not the operating company, protects it from quietly getting spent. Finally, we share practical strategies: carving out a consistent percentage of revenue, treating it with the same discipline as setting aside for a tax bill, and why liquidity beats rate of return for this particular pool of money.

At 26, this week’s Money Diarist has nearly $40,000 invested, $46,000 in super and has just bought a six-bedroom home on 25 acres with her mum and younger brother. There are horses. There are stables. There’s a riding arena. Honestly, she’s doing pretty well. But the interesting part of this story isn’t actually how much she’s managed to build. It’s how difficult it still feels to spend any of it. She grew up in a financially comfortable family until her parents separated when she was 10. Her father’s financial abuse left her mum working three jobs to keep life as normal as possible for her children. There were nights when there wasn’t enough money for dinner, but her mum somehow managed to turn those moments into childhood memories of going to friends’ houses for tea. As she got older and realised what had actually been happening, money became safety. Birthday money was hidden away for a rainy day. Unplanned purchases could send her spiralling with anxiety. And even now, with an emergency fund, investments and money specifically saved for something she needs, spending it can still feel incredibly uncomfortable. Today she’s a paramedic earning around $90,000 base and almost $130,000 last year with penalties and overtime. She invests $400 a fortnight, salary sacrifices another $200 into super and has just taken on a $1.57 million mortgage with her mum and brother. She’s done an incredible job learning how to save and invest. Now she’s learning that sometimes being good with money also means giving yourself permission to actually enjoy it. SORT YOUR INSURANCE: A big thank you to our partner Skye Wealth for bringing this episode to life. If you're ready to get your insurances sorted, you can learn more about them here.We have a long standing referral partnership with Skye Wealth and only ever partner with people we trust. CHECK OUT THE SOTM INVESTING HUB: Full of our best investing freebies, resources, courses and podcast episodes here. INVESTING FOR BEGINNERS: All our best beginner's investing podcast episodes in one place here.Ready to binge more relatable, inspiring, and downright juicy money stories? Check out our ultimate Money Diaries playlist. Listen now Join our Facebook Group AKA the ultimate support network for money advice and inspiration. Ask questions, share tips, and celebrate your wins with a like-minded crew of 300,000+. And follow us on Instagram for Q&As, bite-sized tips, daily money inspo... and relatable money memes that just get you. Acknowledgement of Country By Nartarsha Bamblett aka Queen Acknowledgements. The advice shared on She's On The Money is general in nature and does not consider your individual circumstances. She's On The Money exists purely for educational purposes and should not be relied upon to make an investment or financial decision. If you do choose to buy a financial product, read the PDS, TMD and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored towards your needs. Victoria Devine and She's On The Money are authorised representatives of Money Sherpa PTY LTD ABN - 321649 27708, AFSL - 4451289See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Part One of Alayna's story, we left off as she made the difficult decision to go to the hospital after developing clear signs of preeclampsia at the end of her pregnancy. As she had been planning to freebirth, she arrived with no record of prenatal care and ultimately experienced a failed induction followed by a cesarean, the last way she had imagined welcoming her baby. But Alayna's story is about so much more than the way her baby was born. In Part Two, she shares with incredible vulnerability about the many layers of grief that followed: being the last person to hold her baby, never seeing her placenta, and coming home to the untouched birth pool, and birth affirmations that had been waiting for a completely different birth. She also speaks honestly about the loneliness and disconnection she experienced afterward, including the painful thought, "I know she's mine, but I don't feel it yet," and why she couldn't bring herself to share her birth story for two months. Alayna is still healing. At the  time of our recording, she only recently has she begun to feel that she holds the whole story of her birth, rather than scattered pieces of an experience she was still trying to understand. Together, we talk about grief, PTSD, the small mercies she held onto along the way, and how this experience is shaping, but not yet defining, the choices she may make in a future pregnancy. If you love the show, I would greatly appreciate a review on  Spotify or Apple Podcasts!  Follow me on Instagram @healingbirth Do you have a birth story you'd like to share on the podcast, or would like to otherwise connect? I love to hear from you! Send me a note at contactus@healingbirth.net Intro / Outro music: Dreams by Markvard Podcast cover photo by Karina Jensen @karinajensenphoto

2023年全国甲乙卷英语听力第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分，满分1.5分)听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。1.Where does the conversation probably take place?A. In the book store. B. In the register office. C. In the dorm building.2.What is the weather like now?A.Sunny. B. Cloudy. C. Rainy.3.What does the man want to do on the weekend?A. Do some gardening. B. Have a barbecue. C. Go fishing.4.What are the speakers talking about?A. Anew office. B. A change of their jobs. C. A former colleague.5.What do we know about Andrew?A. He's optimistic. B.He's active. C. He's shy.第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟;听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间，每段对话或独白读两遍。听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。6.Which of the following does the woman dislike?A.The bedroom. B. The sitting room. C. The kitchen.7 What does the woman suggest they do next?A. Go to another agency. B. See some other flats. C. Visit the neighbors.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。8.What is the man doing?A. He's making a phone call. B. He's chairing a meeting.C. He's hosting a program.9.What makes Mrs. Johnson worried about her daughter in Africa?A.Lack of medical support. B. Inconvenience of communication.C.Poor transportation system.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。10.What position does the man apply for?A. Asalesperson. B. An engineer. C. An accountant.11.Which aspect of the company appeals to the man?A.The company culture. B. The free accommodations. C. The competitive pay.12.What is difficult for the man to deal with?A.Interpersonal relationships. B. Quality-quantity balance. C.Unplanned happenings.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。13.How does Robert sound when speaking of his being a writer?A.Hopeful. B. Grateful. C. Doubtful.14.What was Robert like before he was 9 years old?A. He had wild imagination. B. He enjoyed sports. C. He loved science.15.What did Robert's father do?A. A teacher. B. A coach. C. A librarian.16 What helped Robert become a writer?A.Writing daily. B. Listening to stories. C. Reading extensively.听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。17.Where was Open Tchaikovsky Competition held in 1986?A. In Moscow. B. In Chelyabinsk. C. In Berlin.18.What does Maxim say about the competition he attended at 10?A. It inspired many young musicians.B. It was the music event of his dreams.C. It was a life-changing experience.19.Which kind of music are the young players required to play?A.Rock music. B. Pop music. C. Classical music.20.What does Maxim value most in young players'performance?A.Expressiveness. B. Smoothness. C. Completeness.参考答案1-5 BACCB 6-10 CBCBC 11-15 ACBBA 16-20 CACCA音频原文Text 1 W:Could you please tell me how I can get to the student dorm building?M:Sure. Turn left when you walk out of this register office, pass the bookstore and you'll see it.Text 2M: We couldn't ask for a better day, could we, Barbara?W: I know, Steve. There isn't a cloud in the sky. I love this time of year.M:Me, too. The flowers are beautiful but calling for rain though.Text 3M: We got any plans this weekend?W: We might start with our vegetable garden, then the barbecue.M:Sounds fun, but I still want to go fishing with George.Text 4 M:Lisa, I saw Jack this morning.W:You mean the former designer of our company? What's he doing these days?M: He said he's got a new job as an art reporter.Text 5 W: Do you often go to the student union, Andrew?M:Pretty much. Once in a while I meet friends there and I spend a lot of time organizing activities in different clubs or associations.Text 6 W:What do you think, Terry?M:Well, it has one more bedroom than the last flat. And the sitting room is big.W:But there is not enough cupboard space in the kitchen.M:It's cheaper than the last one we saw. And it is in a good neighborhood.W:Well, maybe we'll have to see if the agent has anything else to show us.Text 7 M:Thank you, Mrs. Johnson, for what you've shared with our listeners. Now, please tell us, do you sometimes feel worried about your daughter, now that she's grown up?W:Oh, I worry about her like all parents do. After she graduated from medical school, she went to volunteer medical service in Africa.M:Wow.W:That's okay if communication was fine. But if there was no Internet or telephone connection, we could sometimes go two weeks without getting in touch with each other. That often worries me.Text 8 W:Now sell yourself in a minute please.M: I graduated from university two years ago, and have since been working in an accounting company. Apart from the knowledge and skills related to my major,I'm really good with computers. I have a large amount of experience working with big data. I think I'm well qualified for the accountant position here.W:Good! Why did you choose this company?M:Peterson has been my dream company all along. You value progress and focus on the quality of work more than the quantity. The flexible working hours and working from home is also attractive.W:Uh-huh. What do you think is your biggest weakness?M:Well, when I work, I often concentrate so much on what I'm doing that I may have a hard time dealing with things that come up unexpectedly. That maybe annoying to some people.W:All right. Thank you very much.Text 9 W: So Robert, I guess you must be well into your third decade as a writer. How is life treating you?M:Fourth decade as a writer. Hmm, let me get my calculator out. Well, I guess I have been writing novels since the 1980s. So you're right. But I have been writing all of my life. And to answer your question, life has been treating me excellently.W:Can I ask you about your childhood? Were you a bookish child?M: Ina strange way, I was a non-reader until I turned 9. I used to play basketball in the schoolyards of Brooklyn. My father was a high school teacher of physics and chemistry. And he was a big reader. He would bring books back from his high school library. One day I read the last chapter of a book,the title of which I've long since forgotten. I liked it so much that I started reading the remainder. Interestingly, I read the chapters backwards until I got to the beginning. I really loved the experience, and I soon became an eager reader. Then my father would bring piles of books home from the library. And I would read the mall, and they were all fiction. I must add that I started reading the books from the start, as opposed to working backwards.Text 10 M:Hello, I'm Maxim Vengarov, and I'm very happy to share with you my connection with open Tchaikovsky Competition. It was June 1986 when I came to Moscow to participate in open Tchaikovsky Competition at the age of 10 from Chelyabinsk.This was actually the turning point of my life. Then I attended a world music festival in Berlin. And it was interesting to say that a kid made his breakthrough already at the age of 10. And that was me. Now as a judge of thecompetition, I can see clearly the huge challenges facing the musicians in thecompetition. Where else can you see young players playing within ten days—classical works and Russian traditional music before coming to the finalstage? As a musician, it's important to give maximum attention and time to yourown reflections of your own feelings. So, what I'm really looking for in thecompetition is to meet someone who can touch me musically. I want to see theseed, at least the seed of the great tree that can grow. I would go for this violinist. I would go for this musician.

Eva Benefield shares her extraordinary story of loss, survival, and finding a way forward after her family became the center of the infamous “Black Swan Murder” case. She opens up about losing both of her parents at a young age, her complicated relationship with her stepmother Ashley, taking the stand in her father's trial, and navigating grief while the world watched. Plus, Eva shares how humor, running, writing, and building Ghost Cowboy helped her create a life beyond the headlines. Eva's insta: @evathefreakindiva Link to Eva's memoir: https://www.amazon.com/Ghost-Girl-Surviving-Murder_A-Memoir/dp/1668043351/ Zocdoc: Ready to be seen? Check that appointment off your to-do list with Zocdoc: https://zocdoc.com/unplanned #sponsored NOBL: NOBL gives you real travel peace of mind — security, design, and convenience all in one. Head to https://NOBLTravel.com for 46% off your entire order! #NOBL #ad Vinted: Ready to clean out your closet and make some extra money? Download the Vinted app for free and start listing. There are no seller fees, so you keep every dollar you earn. https://vinted.com Osea: Go to https://oseamalibu.com and get 10% off your first order with code UNPLANNED. Follow The Unplanned Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/unplanned__podcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@unplanned_podcast Listen to the pod on Spotify/ Apple Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ToDA4ufQuWuEgMq07zN6t https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-unplanned-podcast/id1669604504 Follow Matt & Abby: Abby's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/abbyelizabethoward/ Matt's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/_matt_howard_/ TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@matt_and_abby Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/mattandabb YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@MattandAbby Mascara is restocking September 15th! Sign up here for updates: https://www.biswell-beauty.com/ Chapters: 00:57 - Losing my mom at 14 04:34 - Meeting Ashley 07:12 - My father's murder 08:04 - Finding out my dad was dating a 23 year old 13:36 - Getting married after 13 days 14:20 - Life with Ashley 24:50 - Ballet company 32:22 - Escalation to the murder 39:17 - Murder and the aftermath 57:01 - Media attention 01:00:43 - True crime industry 01:03:24 - Testifying in my dad's murder trial 01:09:05 - sentencing 01:12:28 - trial updates 01:16:04 - Response to my book, Ghost Girl Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: Candlelit Rosh Hashanah: The Beauty of Unplanned Moments Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2026-09-16-22-34-01-he Story Transcript:He: בשכונה שלווה וירוקה, עמד בית רחב ומזמין מלא צלילים וניחוחות.En: In a peaceful and green neighborhood, stood a wide and inviting house full of sounds and aromas.He: זה היה הבית של משפחת לוי, והיום הייתה תחושת התרגשות באוויר.En: This was the Bayit Levi (Levi family's house), and today there was a sense of excitement in the air.He: ראש השנה התקרב ושירה, בתם הבכורה של המשפחה, קיבלה על עצמה את המשימה הגדולה של ארגון הארוחה לכל המשפחה המורחבת.En: Rosh Hashanah (the Jewish New Year) was approaching, and Shira, the eldest daughter of the family, had taken on the great task of organizing the meal for the entire extended family.He: שירה עמדה במטבח, מוקפת בריחות דבש ותפוחים מתוקים.En: Shira stood in the kitchen, surrounded by the scents of honey and sweet apples.He: היא ידעה שזה הזמן המאוחד שבו משפחה יושבת יחד, ואהבה את החגיגות של ראש השנה.En: She knew this was the unique time when a family sits together, and she loved the celebrations of Rosh Hashanah.He: היא שפשפה את ידיה בהתלהבות, מוכנה ליום מלא במשימות.En: She rubbed her hands with enthusiasm, ready for a day full of tasks.He: יונתן, בן דוד של שירה, היה שם גם הוא.En: Yonatan, ben dod (cousin) of Shira, was also there.He: יונתן תמיד היה נח ורוגע.En: Yonatan was always laid-back and calm.He: הוא אהב לדבר עם המשפחה והיה פחות מודאג מהסדר המדויק של הדברים.En: He loved talking with the family and was less worried about the precise order of things.He: "שירה, באמת צריך את כל זה?En: "Shira, do we really need all this?"He: " שאל יונתן בחיוך כשהוא שטף תפוחים ועזר איפה שיכל.En: asked Yonatan with a smile as he washed apples and helped wherever he could.He: ומצדו השני של המטבח, אליאב, אחיה הצעיר של שירה, רץ עם מגשים בידים.En: On the other side of the kitchen, Eliav, ach (brother) of Shira, ran with trays in his hands.He: הוא רצה לעזור, אבל לעיתים קרובות גרם ליותר בלאגן מהייועיל.En: He wanted to help but often caused more chaos than was useful.He: שעון ברזל נפל מהמזווה בקול רעש, "אליאב!En: An iron clock fell from the pantry with a loud noise, "Eliav!He: זהירות!En: Careful!"He: " קראה שירה ומחייכת למרות הכל.En: called Shira, smiling despite everything.He: הבית היה מלא בקולות ופעילות.En: The house was filled with sounds and activity.He: שירה הרגישה שהמשימה כמעט בלתי אפשרית.En: Shira felt the task was almost impossible.He: כל כך הרבה דברים היו במקום הלא נכון, ומתכונים התערבבו יחד.En: So many things were out of place, and recipes were mixed together.He: ובעיצומו של כל זה, היא הבינה שעליה להאציל את המשימות ליונתן ואליאב.En: Amidst all this, she realized she needed to delegate tasks to Yonatan and Eliav.He: היא נשמה עמוק והתחילה לחלק תפקידים לכל אחד מהם.En: She took a deep breath and started assigning roles to each of them.He: אבל ממש כאשר הרגישה שהכל מתחיל להתנהל כמו שצריך, האור בבית פתאום כבה.En: But just when she felt everything was starting to run smoothly, the lights in the house suddenly went out.He: "מה אנחנו עושים עכשיו?En: "What do we do now?"He: " שאל יונתן בחצי חיוך של חסם.En: asked Yonatan with a half-smile of restraint.He: שירה לרגע איבדה את תחושת הביטחון.En: Shira momentarily lost her sense of confidence.He: אבל בדיוק אז הבחינה באור הנר הקטן במרכז השולחן.En: But just then she noticed the small candle in the center of the table.He: היא חייכה וחזרה לנשום עמוק, מבינה שלפעמים הדברים הפחות מושלמים הם הזכרונות הכי טובים.En: She smiled and took a deep breath, realizing that sometimes the less perfect things make the best memories.He: ביחד, המשפחה הוציאה את כל הנרות שאפשר היה למצוא.En: Together, the family gathered all the candles they could find.He: הם העריכו את הרגע עם אור הנרות, והרימו כוס ברכה אחת לשנייה.En: They appreciated the moment with candlelight, lifting a toast to one another.He: הארוחה היה פשוטה, אך אהובה במיוחד, והחגיגה המשיכה בחמימות השיחה והאהבה המשפחתית.En: The meal was simple but particularly beloved, and the celebration continued with warm conversation and family love.He: שירה למדה משהו חשוב באותו ערב – שגם כאשר הכל לא הולך בדיוק כמו שתכננה, היופי האמיתי נמצא ברגעים הקטנים, הלא מתוכננים, שהופכים אירועים משפחתיים לבלתי נשכחים.En: Shira learned something important that evening – even when everything doesn't go as planned, the true beauty is found in the small, unplanned moments that make family events unforgettable. Vocabulary Words:peaceful: שלווהinviting: מזמיןaromas: ניחוחותexcitement: התרגשותeldest: בכורהsurrounded: מוקפתunique: מאוחדenthusiasm: התלהבותlaid-back: נחprecise: מדויקchaos: בלאגןdelegate: להאצילroles: תפקידיםsmoothly: כמו שצריךrestraint: חסםconfidence: ביטחוןappreciated: העריכוmoment: רגעbeloved: אהובהconversation: שיחהunforgettable: בלתי נשכחיםgreen: ירוקהsounds: צליליםgathered: הוציאהmeal: ארוחהplanned: תכננהsimpleness: פשוטהtogether: ביחדsmall: קטניםmemories: זכרונותBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

Fluent Fiction - Catalan: Lost in the Fog: An Unplanned Journey to Trust and Triumph Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ca/episode/2026-09-15-22-34-01-ca Story Transcript:Ca: La boira baixava com una catifa espessa sobre Montserrat, embolcallant el paisatge amb un vel misteriós.En: The fog descended like a thick carpet over Montserrat, enveloping the landscape with a mysterious veil.Ca: Les roques es retallaven en formes esborrades, com antics gegants adormits.En: The rocks stood out in blurred shapes, like ancient sleeping giants.Ca: Adrià i Laia caminaven amb pas incert, els peus ressonant sobre el terra humit de fulles de tardor.En: Adrià and Laia walked with uncertain steps, their feet echoing on the damp ground covered with autumn leaves.Ca: Era La Mercè, una festivitat important a Catalunya, i els sons llunyans de la festa acompanyaven la seva travessia.En: It was La Mercè, an important festival in Catalunya, and the distant sounds of the celebration accompanied their journey.Ca: Adrià, amb el seu esperit aventurer, va suggerir una excursió cap el monestir, pensant que seria un dia perfecte per explorar.En: Adrià, with his adventurous spirit, suggested a hike to the monastery, thinking it would be a perfect day for exploring.Ca: Però la boira no estava als seus plans.En: But the fog was not part of their plans.Ca: —Confia en mi, Laia, aquest camí és més ràpid —va dir Adrià amb un somriure confiat, mirant per damunt de l'espatlla mentre Laia consultava el seu mapa.En: "Trust me, Laia, this path is faster," said Adrià with a confident smile, looking over his shoulder while Laia consulted her map.Ca: —Preferiria seguir el mapa, Adrià.En: "I would prefer to follow the map, Adrià.Ca: La boira ho fa tot més perillós —va respondre Laia, també preocupada pel temps que passava.En: The fog makes everything more dangerous," replied Laia, also concerned about the passing time.Ca: Adrià, però, va insistir en prendre un drecera que recordava vagament.En: Adrià, however, insisted on taking a shortcut he vaguely remembered.Ca: Laia sentia una pressió interior per prendre la decisió correcta i no volia discutir, així que li va seguir el ritme, però amb el mapa ben agafat.En: Laia felt an internal pressure to make the right decision and didn't want to argue, so she kept pace with him, but with the map firmly in hand.Ca: Els minuts es convertien en hores mentre la boira s'espesseïa, fent els sentits inservibles.En: Minutes turned into hours as the fog thickened, rendering their senses useless.Ca: La incertesa creixia.En: The uncertainty grew.Ca: Finalment, van arribar a un encreuament al camí.En: Finally, they arrived at a fork in the road.Ca: Adrià va sugerir anar per la dreta, segur que era el camí correcte, però Laia va assenyalar al mapa.En: Adrià suggested going to the right, confident it was the correct path, but Laia pointed to the map.Ca: —Mira, crec que hem d'anar per l'esquerra i retrocedir una mica —va afirmar amb determinació, tot i el dubte interior.En: "Look, I think we should go to the left and backtrack a bit," she stated with determination, despite her inner doubt.Ca: Després d'una conversa tensa, Adrià va cedir.En: After a tense conversation, Adrià relented.Ca: Laia tenia un punt clar, i per una vegada, considerà que potser la sortida no estava en un instint temerari sinó en la prudència reflexiva.En: Laia had a clear point, and for once, he considered that perhaps the way out was not in a reckless instinct but in thoughtful caution.Ca: Van seguir el camí de Laia, caminant en silenci, però amb una confiança renovada en la seva decisió.En: They followed Laia's path, walking in silence, but with renewed confidence in their decision.Ca: Després d'un temps que va semblar etern, van començar a sentir el so famós dels castells humans i la música dels diables.En: After what seemed an eternity, they began to hear the famous sound of human towers and the music of the devils.Ca: A mesura que la boira començava a aixecar-se, van veure el monestir emergeixent majestuós.En: As the fog began to lift, they saw the monastery emerging majestically.Ca: Just en aquell moment, els focs artificials de La Mercè il·luminaren el cel, reflectint-se en les ales de la boira com un mosaic de llums.En: Just then, the fireworks of La Mercè lit up the sky, reflecting on the wings of the fog like a mosaic of lights.Ca: —Ha valgut la pena escoltar-te, Laia —va admetre Adrià, ara amb un somriure diferent, que parlava de respecte i gratitud.En: "It was worth listening to you, Laia," admitted Adrià, now with a different smile, one that spoke of respect and gratitude.Ca: —Gràcies per confiar en mi —va respondre Laia, sentint que el seu cor prenia força amb cada paraula.En: "Thank you for trusting me," responded Laia, feeling her heart strengthen with each word.Ca: Enmig dels llampecs acolorits al cel, es van adonar que la veritable força no estava només en el coratge de córrer riscos, sinó en la saviesa de confiar i escoltar.En: Amid the colorful flashes in the sky, they realized that true strength was not only in the courage to take risks but in the wisdom to trust and listen.Ca: I amb això, el camí de tornada va semblar més clar que mai.En: And with that, the way back seemed clearer than ever. Vocabulary Words:the fog: la boirathe landscape: el paisatgethe veil: el velthe rocks: les roquesthe giants: els gegantsuncertain steps: pas incertthe ground: el terraautumn leaves: fulles de tardorthe celebration: la festathe journey: la travessiathe spirit: l'esperitthe hike: l'excursióthe monastery: el monestirthe shortcut: la drecerathe fork: l'encreuamentthe path: el camíthe map: el mapathe trust: la confiançathe decision: la decisióthe uncertainty: la incertesathe instinct: l'instintthe caution: la prudènciathe silence: el silencithe sound: el sothe human towers: els castells humansthe fireworks: els focs artificialsthe sky: el celthe wings: les alesthe gratitude: la gratitudthe courage: el coratge

Joel Bardall and Todd Von Joel look at the impact of unplanned time off - and how losing days on the tools can quickly mean losing money too.They're joined by decorators who have experienced unexpected time away from work for different reasons, while Joel shares his own recent experience of unplanned time off and the impact it had on his business.

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Squirrels & Laughter: The Unplanned Juggling Showdown Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-09-13-22-34-01-no Story Transcript:No: Sindre sto i Vigelandparken i Oslo, omringet av herlige høstfarger.En: Sindre stood in Vigelandparken in Oslo, surrounded by lovely autumn colors.No: Bladene på trærne var røde og gule, og vinden lekte forsiktig med dem.En: The leaves on the trees were red and yellow, and the wind played gently with them.No: Ved siden av ham sto Astrid med et oppmuntrende smil og Henrik med et lurt blikk i øynene.En: Next to him stood Astrid with an encouraging smile and Henrik with a mischievous look in his eyes.No: Sindre hadde bestemt seg for å imponere Astrid med sine jongleringsferdigheter.En: Sindre had decided to impress Astrid with his juggling skills.No: Han pustet dypt inn, sånn man gjør før et stort øyeblikk.En: He took a deep breath, the way one does before a big moment.No: "Se her, Astrid," sa han, og hentet frem tre fargerike baller fra ryggsekken sin.En: "Watch this, Astrid," he said, and pulled out three colorful balls from his backpack.No: Han begynte å kaste dem i luften, men allerede ved første kast så Henrik det komiske i situasjonen; Sindre fikk ikke alltid ballene til å siens om han ønsket.En: He began to toss them in the air, but already at the first throw, Henrik saw the comedy in the situation; Sindre didn't always manage to get the balls to go as he wished.No: Plutselig kom en liten ekorn farende bort til dem.En: Suddenly, a small squirrel came rushing over to them.No: Den stoppet rett ved Sindre, og de fyrige øynene til Henrik lyste opp.En: It stopped right by Sindre, and the fiery eyes of Henrik lit up.No: "Pass deg nå, Sindre. Den der har kanskje jonglering som sin spesialitet," ertet han.En: "Watch out, Sindre. That one might have juggling as its specialty," he teased.No: Sindre kastet et skeptisk blikk på ekornet, men bestemte seg for å ignorere det.En: Sindre cast a skeptical glance at the squirrel but decided to ignore it.No: Han fortsatte å jonglere, men ekornet hadde sine egne planer.En: He continued to juggle, but the squirrel had its own plans.No: Småklok, som ekorn ofte er, fant det morsomt å sprette rundt Sindre og dra i skoene hans, så han måtte anstrenge seg for å holde balansen.En: Clever as squirrels often are, it found it amusing to bounce around Sindre and tug at his shoes, making him struggle to keep his balance.No: Mens Sindre kastet ballene, braste ekornet inn i sirkelen og begynte å trille en av ballene sin vei.En: As Sindre tossed the balls, the squirrel burst into the circle and began to roll one of the balls its way.No: "Ballen!" skrek Astrid entusiastisk mens hun pekte.En: "The ball!" yelled Astrid enthusiastically while pointing.No: Sindre så forfjamset på det energiske ekornet som løp av gårde med en av ballene hans.En: Sindre looked bewildered at the energetic squirrel that ran off with one of his balls.No: Spillet ble til en jakten som involverte all latter i verden.En: The performance turned into a chase that involved all the laughter in the world.No: Sindre, Astrid, og til og med Henrik løp etter ekornet, som skrumpet raskt mellom parkens mange skulpturer.En: Sindre, Astrid, and even Henrik ran after the squirrel, which quickly scurried between the park's many sculptures.No: De tre så på mens ekornet til slutt mistet interessen og forlot ballen ved foten av en av de mange fine statuene.En: They watched as the squirrel eventually lost interest and left the ball at the foot of one of the many fine statues.No: Pustende og oppspilte samlet de seg rundt den krevende ballen.En: Panting and excited, they gathered around the elusive ball.No: "Hvorfor trenger man sirkus når man har en slik venn?" lo Henrik, klappet Sindre på skulderen.En: "Who needs a circus when you have a friend like that?" laughed Henrik, patting Sindre on the shoulder.No: Astrid smilte bredt.En: Astrid smiled widely.No: "Vel, jeg er imponert, Sindre. Ikke alle kan få et ekorn med i sin forestilling."En: "Well, I'm impressed, Sindre. Not everyone can get a squirrel involved in their performance."No: Sindre, svett, men full av latter, skjønte at det beste med dagen var ikke den perfekte jongleringen, men øyeblikkene de hadde delt.En: Sindre, sweaty but full of laughter, realized that the best part of the day wasn't the perfect juggling but the moments they had shared.No: De fant veien til en iskremselger som sto parkert i nærheten.En: They found their way to an ice cream vendor parked nearby.No: De bestilte hver sin kule og satte seg på en benk mens de lo av dagens hendelser.En: They each ordered a scoop and sat on a bench, laughing at the day's events.No: Denne dagen i Vigelandparken minnet Sindre på at uansett hva som skjer, så er ekte glede i de uventede øyeblikkene.En: This day in Vigelandparken reminded Sindre that no matter what happens, true joy is found in unexpected moments.No: Han var kanskje klønete, men nå visste han at latteren kunne gjøre all klønetehet til noe herlig.En: He might have been clumsy, but now he knew that laughter could turn all clumsiness into something wonderful. Vocabulary Words:surrounded: omringetleaves: bladeneencouraging: oppmuntrendemischievous: lurtjuggling: jongleringskills: ferdighetercomedy: komiskesquirrel: ekornskeptical: skeptiskignore: ignorereclever: småklokstruggle: anstrengebalance: balansencircle: sirkelenbewildered: forfjamsetenergetic: energiskescurried: skrumpetsculptures: skulpturerelusive: krevendepanting: pustendeexcited: oppspilteimpressed: imponertsweaty: svettrealized: skjøntevendor: iskremselgerscoop: kulebench: benkclumsy: klønetelaughter: latterenwonderful: herlig

Three weeks postpartum and we're officially back in the newborn trenches! We're talking sleepless nights, breastfeeding, postpartum recovery, mom guilt, adjusting to life with three kids, and the new rules keeping our marriage intact through it all. Plus, we share what's been different about the newborn stage the third time around. Chilipad: Visit https://www.sleep.me/unplanned to get up to $255 off your Chilipad 2.0 with code UNPLANNED, plus free shipping and a 30-day sleep trial. Branch Basics: Get 15% off Branch Basics with the code UNPLANNED at https://branchbasics.com/UNPLANNED #branchbasicspod Osea: Go to https://oseamalibu.com and get 10% off your first order with code UNPLANNED. Hiya Health: Get 50% off your first order of Hiya products at https://hiyahealth.com/UNPLANNED. Follow The Unplanned Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/unplanned__podcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@unplanned_podcast Listen to the pod on Spotify/ Apple Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ToDA4ufQuWuEgMq07zN6t https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-unplanned-podcast/id1669604504 Follow Matt & Abby: Abby's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/abbyelizabethoward/ Matt's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/_matt_howard_/ TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@matt_and_abby Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/mattandabb YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@MattandAbby Mascara is restocking September 15th! Sign up here for updates: https://www.biswell-beauty.com/ Chapters: 01:58 - Postpartum 03:13 - Placenta Pills 03:44 - Hemorrhage 08:00 - Community 09:53 - Newborn sleep 22:04 - Paw Patrol Movie 24:00 - Toddlers regressing 25:26 - Mom guilt 29:44 - Pretzel 32:54 - Legoland 36:53 - Birthdays 38:30 - Pirate party 43:43 - Postpartum rules 46:41 - Nursing 50:15 - Parents in town 56:07 - Night feedings 59:41 - Loading 3 kids in a car 01:02:57 - 1st postpartum date 01:05:18 - working out Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Dekker and Dr. Sara Ailshire examine the available evidence on planned unassisted birth, also known as freebirth, defined as intentionally giving birth without a qualified midwife or physician present.   They explore why some people choose a planned unassisted birth, including previous trauma, distrust of the medical system, barriers to preferred care, and a desire for greater autonomy. Dr. Dekker and Dr. Ailshire also explain how freebirth differs from midwife-attended home birth, what research shows about planned community birth, and the safeguards a trained birth attendant can provide during pregnancy, labor, birth, and the newborn period. Finally, they discuss investigative reporting concerning the Free Birth Society, including allegations of misinformation and preventable harm associated with its community.   Content Note: This episode includes discussions of stillbirth, maternal death, newborn death, birth trauma, and serious complications related to planned unassisted birth.   (00:03:20) What Is Freebirth? (00:07:41) Prenatal Care, Wild Pregnancy, and Freebirth (00:10:30) How Common Is Freebirth? (00:14:27) The History and Origins of Freebirth (00:22:16) Why Do Some People Choose Freebirth? (00:26:14) What Do We Know About the Risks of Freebirth? (00:34:42) The Role of Skilled Midwives in Home Birth Safety (00:42:28) Free Birth Society Controversy (00:53:49) Lessons from the Free Birth Society (00:55:44) Warning Signs of Controlling Group Dynamics and Influencer Manipulation (01:01:50) Final Takeaways on Freebirth, Safety, and Informed Decision-Making   View the full transcript for this episode at evidencebasedbirth.com.   ResourcesEBB 23 – Home Birth Midwives EBB 110 – Inside an Unplanned, Unassisted Home Birth with Parent Sabrina Tran EBB 122 – Home birth during the pandemic with Vicki Penwell EBB 292 – Confronting the Unknowns in Childbirth with Liesel Teen of the Mommy Labor Nurse EBB 130 – Home Birth in the Black Community with Isis Rose Count the Kicks: https://countthekicks.org/ PUSH Pregnancy: https://www.pushpregnancy.org/ Star Legacy Foundation: https://starlegacyfoundation.org/ Healthy Birth Day: https://healthybirthday.org/ CDC Stillbirth resources: https://www.cdc.gov/stillbirth/communication-resources/index.html Share Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support: https://nationalshare.org/ Stillbirth and infant loss support communities: https://postpartum.net/group/stillbirth-and-infant-loss-support-for-parents/   Works Cited Birthplace in England Collaborative Group (BECG). 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Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: Turning Mishaps into Traditions: The Unplanned Picnic Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2026-09-09-07-38-20-he Story Transcript:He: השמש זרחה בעוצמה על מרחבי החול הזהובים של מדבר הנגב.En: The sun shone brightly over the golden sands of the Negev Desert.He: אתם יכולים להרגיש את החום המלטף על העור כשעומדים ליד צל השיחים הקטנים, שמנסים לשרוד במדבר.En: You could feel the gentle warmth on your skin as you stood near the shade of the small bushes trying to survive in the desert.He: אריאל, נועם ותמר התיישבו לפיקניק של ראש השנה, מתחת לשמיים הבהירים של סתיו.En: Ariel, Noam, and Tamar sat down for a Rosh Hashanah picnic under the clear autumn skies.He: אריאל התכוון לעשות את הפיקניק הזה לבלתי נשכח.En: Ariel intended to make this picnic unforgettable.He: הוא הביא תיק גדול, מלא בכל טוב.En: He brought a large bag filled with goodies.He: אבל כשהוא פתח אותו, במקום חלה טרייה וריחנית, היו שם מצות.En: But when he opened it, instead of fresh and fragrant challah, there were "matzot".He: "אוי לא," לחש אריאל לעצמו.En: "Oh no," muttered Ariel to himself.He: "תראה," אמרה תמר, קצת מאוכזבת.En: "Look," said Tamar, a bit disappointed.He: "איך נאכל את ארוחת החג עם מצות?En: "How will we eat the holiday meal with matzot?"He: "נועם, תמיד אופטימי, חייך.En: Noam, always optimistic, smiled.He: "זה הכל עניין של יצירתיות!En: "It's all about creativity!He: בואו נמצא פתרון.En: Let's find a solution."He: "אריאל החליט לנסות לשפר את המצב.En: Ariel decided to try and improve the situation.He: "נתחיל להכין סנדוויצ'ים מיוחדים ממצות," הכריז בחיוך.En: "Let's start making special sandwiches from matzot," he declared with a smile.He: הם הוציאו מגוון מטבלים וסלטים והתחילו ליצור מגדלים מצחיקים.En: They pulled out a variety of spreads and salads and began to create funny towers.He: המחזה גרם לכולם לחייך, ולתגובתם החיובית של נועם ותמר הפכה את העניין לפשוט יותר.En: The sight made everyone smile, and the positive response from Noam and Tamar made it all simpler.He: פתאום, נועם הציע רעיון חדש.En: Suddenly, Noam proposed a new idea.He: "בואו נעשה תחרות בניית מגדלי מצות!En: "Let's have a matzah tower-building competition!He: אולי זוהי המסורת החדשה של ראש השנה שלנו.En: Maybe this will be our new Rosh Hashanah tradition."He: "הם צחקו והתחילו לבנות יחד, תחרות שאינה רצינית אך מלאה כיף.En: They laughed and began to build together in a competition that wasn't serious but was full of fun.He: המגדלים קרסו והתמוטטו, והם לא הפסיקו לצחוק מהסיטואציה.En: The towers collapsed and toppled, and they couldn't stop laughing at the situation.He: כך, הלך היום ופנה לכיוון ערב, מלא בשמחה בלתי צפויה.En: Thus, the day went on, transitioning into evening, filled with unexpected joy.He: בסוף הפיקניק, אריאל הבין שמשהו חשוב קרה היום.En: At the end of the picnic, Ariel realized that something important had happened today.He: "טעויות יכולות ליצור זיכרונות מופלאים," אמר אריאל.En: "Mistakes can create wonderful memories," Ariel said.He: "בואו נעשה את תחרות מגדלי המצות מסורת שנתית.En: "Let's make the matzah tower competition an annual tradition."He: "נועם ותמר הנהנו בהסכמה.En: Noam and Tamar nodded in agreement.He: הם חוו יום בלתי נשכח, ולא בגלל מה שתכננו, אלא בגלל מה שלא תכננו בכלל.En: They experienced an unforgettable day, not because of what they had planned, but because of what they hadn't planned at all.He: וכך, החבורה סיימה את היום בצחוק ובחברות אמתית, מוכנה לעוד שנים רבות של מגדלים וזיכרונות מצחיקים.En: And so, the group ended the day with laughter and true friendship, ready for many more years of towers and funny memories. Vocabulary Words:shone: זרחהgolden: זהוביםbushes: שיחיםunforgettable: בלתי נשכחgoodies: כל טובfragrant: ריחניתmuttered: לחשdisappointed: מאוכזבתcreativity: יצירתיותsolution: פתרוןvariety: מגווןspreads: מטבליםtowers: מגדליםcollapsed: קרסוtoppled: התמוטטוunexpected: בלתי צפויהmemories: זיכרונותannual: שנתיתplan: תכננוlaughter: צחוקfriendship: חברותdesert: מדברgentle: מלטףshade: צלsurvive: לשרודdeclared: הכריזsimpler: פשוט יותרproposed: הציעtradition: מסורתcompetition: תחרותBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

Hey! Remember us? We've been away. Stu on a bit of a holiday, while Justin has been on an unplanned adventure.Show notes at: https://stationeryadjacent.com/episodes/244

Labor Day weekend, the end of one summer and the start of the most consequential fall in American politics in a generation. Paul brings you a rapid media blitz from New York — Brooklyn Bridge behind him, football season in front of him, and a country lurching into an election cycle where the rigged two-party system is asking independents to save it from itself. Only about 9% of independents approve of Donald Trump. The Democratic brand is still toxic in red states like Nebraska, where Pete Ricketts keeps calling Dan Osborn "Democrat Dan" because it works. Independents are the ballgame. The question is whether anyone can actually land the message. From there Paul walks through the wreckage: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth cratering in popularity after Army Secretary Dan Driscoll's resignation, with Tom Tillis finally calling for his firing — a little late for a senator who already voted to confirm nearly every one of these people. JD Vance getting asked about an Air Force widow denied benefits because the Iran conflict isn't "technically a war," and responding by asking a reporter live on air for the widow's personal contact info. A new poll showing the number one regret among Trump voters who've soured on him is Iran — the forever war he promised he'd never start. And the through-line under all of it: the MAGA machine has the bully pulpit and hundreds of millions in dark money, most voters aren't watching cable news, and winning in 2026 is going to come down to what Paul calls tactical penetration — getting the truth to people where they actually live. -WATCH full video of this episode here. -Millions of American veterans are being locked out of primary elections in the country they served. See what we're doing to change that. -Visit Kalshi and trade on anything. Use code INDEPENDENT to get $25 when you trade $25. -Head to cozyearth.com and use the code AMERICANS for an exclusive 20% off. -Join Noble Mobile today and get a $100 bonus when you use code PAUL and stay a member for 2 months! -Join IVA and help us get independent veterans elected to office. -Learn more about Paul's work to elect a new generation of independent leaders with Independent Veterans of America. -Learn more about American Veterans for Ukraine here. -Remember Independent is an Attitude. -Learn more about The Headstrong Project for Veterans, Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS), and Department of Veterans Affairs resources in your area. Seeking support is not a sign of weakness. It's a show of strength. If you or a loved one are in immediate crisis, dial 988 and press 1, or text 838255. Connect with Independent Americans: Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all podcast platforms Read more at Substack Support ad-free episodes at Patreon  Connect: Instagram  • X/Twitter • BlueSky • Facebook  Follow on social: @PaulRieckhoff on X, Instagram, Threads, and Bluesky -Join the movement. Hook into our exclusive Patreon community of Independent Americans. Get extra content, connect with guests, meet other Independent Americans, attend events, get merch discounts, and support this show that speaks truth to power.  -And get cool IA and Righteous hats, t-shirts and other merch now in time for the new year.  Independent Americans is powered by veteran-owned and led Righteous Media.  And now part of the BLEAV network!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What if the best ideas and events in your life don't come from planning, but from a random collision?Steph explores the concept of collisions, the unplanned encounters Tony Hsieh championed at Zappos and wrote about in Delivering Happiness. These chance interactions spark creativity, drive innovation, and build real community, whether in a bustling office or a scattered remote team. Steph unpacks why remote work can quietly breed isolation and stifle the connection that fuels new ideas, and why return on community deserves just as much attention as return on investment. She invites listeners to design more collisions into their own lives and workplaces, turning random encounters into a source of growth and joy.In this episode you'll discover:Why unplanned collisions are the secret ingredient behind creativity and innovationHow Tony Hsieh's philosophy at Zappos built community as a competitive advantageThe real cost of remote work isolation, and how to reclaim connectionYour takeaways:Unplanned collisions might be the missing ingredient in your creativity and growthReturn on community matters just as much as return on investmentIncreasing your surface area for connection can boost your mental health and spark new opportunitiesChapters00:00 The Power of Collisions10:02 Navigating Remote Work and Isolation14:57 Embracing Connections for a Joyful Life

This episode has been sitting in the vault for two years, and we're finally getting to share it with you. We're so grateful to The Bucket List Family for joining us and for allowing us to share this never-before-seen conversation while Abby is taking time to heal and enjoy maternity leave. We talk about raising fearless kids, traveling the world as a family, their unconventional parenting philosophy, close calls with crocodiles and great white sharks, and what they've learned from nearly a decade of adventure together. We hope you enjoy this special episode as much as we loved recording it. ❤️ Bucket List Fam insta: @thebucketlistfamily National Geographic Bucket List Family Travel book: amazon.com Nutrafol: Get $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping at https://nutrafol.com with promo code UNPLANNEDPOD. Momcozy: Right now you can get 10% off the Night Pro Bottle Warmer and 10% when you pre-order the DeepClean Bottle Washer D8 at https://momcozy.com with code UNPLANNED. Cash App: Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/kssum24w #CashAppPod Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement, for the Sutton debit flex card at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/debit-flex-card-agreement-sutton and for the Bancorp debit flex card at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/debit-flex-card-agreement-bancorp. Savings and Offers provided by Cash App, a Block Inc. brand. Offers may not be affiliated with third party merchants. Parents and legal guardians can open a managed account for kids 6-12. Cash App will pass through a portion of the interest paid on your savings balance held in an account for the benefit of Cash App customers at Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., Member FDIC. To earn interest on your Cash App savings balance, you need to have sponsor approval. Exceptions may apply. Savings yield rate is subject to change. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. Square: Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/UNPLANNED ! #squarepod Follow The Unplanned Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/unplanned__podcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@unplanned_podcast Listen to the pod on Spotify/ Apple Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ToDA4ufQuWuEgMq07zN6t https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-unplanned-podcast/id1669604504 Follow Matt & Abby: Abby's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/abbyelizabethoward/ Matt's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/_matt_howard_/ TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@matt_and_abby Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/mattandabb YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@MattandAbby Mascara is sold out! Thank you guys so much! Sign up here for updates on restock: https://www.biswell-beauty.com/ Chapters: 04:42 - Traveling with babies 06:23 - Meeting on Mormon missions 20:57 - Becoming the Bucket List Fam 30:35 - Where we find joy 34:53 - Kid friendly travel 37:03 - Frugal travel 40:42 - What to pack 42:35 - Language barriers 43:44 - Safety when traveling 45:31 - Finding community while traveling 46:48 - letting our kids swim with sharks 54:39 - Teaching our kids to be adventurous 01:05:52 - Being of service 01:14:09 - Surfing with my kids 01:18:08 - Working with National Geographic 01:23:03 - Hidden gems Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode: 2851 The Lake Breeze Fan: Unplanned Obsolescence.  Today, invention and obsolescence.

Matt and Abby introduce their newest addition to the family and share the full story of his whirlwind arrival! From Abby's doctor accidentally breaking her water and an unexpectedly fast labor to getting the VBAC she hoped for, they open up about welcoming their rainbow baby after loss. Plus, they share the realities of postpartum life, breastfeeding, baby blues, and why Matt is turning Abby's placenta into pills. ASPCA Pet Health Insurance: To explore coverage, visit https://www.aspcapetinsurance.com/UNPLANNED The ASPCA® is not an insurer and is not engaged in the business of insurance Momcozy: Right now you can get 10% off the Night Pro Bottle Warmer and 10% when you pre-order the DeepClean Bottle Washer D8 at https://momcozy.com with code UNPLANNED. UpWork: Visit https://upwork.com right now and post your job for free to connect with top talent ready to help your business grow. Zocdoc: Taking care of your health just got easier – start here with Zocdoc: https://zocdoc.com/UNPLANNED #sponsored Yoto: Head to https://yotoplay.com and use code UNPLANNED to save 10% off all eligible items. Follow The Unplanned Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/unplanned__podcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@unplanned_podcast Listen to the pod on Spotify/ Apple Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ToDA4ufQuWuEgMq07zN6t https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-unplanned-podcast/id1669604504 Follow Matt & Abby: Abby's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/abbyelizabethoward/ Matt's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/_matt_howard_/ TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@matt_and_abby Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/mattandabb YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@MattandAbby Mascara is sold out! Thank you guys so much! Sign up here for updates on restock: https://www.biswell-beauty.com/ Chapters: 00:31 - Baby and name reveal! 02:54 - Going into labor 11:26 - Contractions 14:52 - Epidural 24:26 - VBAC 28:23 - Redemptive birth after loss 35:54 - Introducing new baby to the family 40:36 - Postpartum plan 42:08 - Getting released from the hospital 49:33 - Breastfeeding 52:11 - Doula 58:02 - Mental health postpartum Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Some of the best manufacturing advice comes down to one simple idea - buy back your weekends.In this bonus episode of Manufacturing Happy Hour, Chris is joined by Patrick Carmitchel, VP of Product Management and Dustin Moore, Condition Monitoring Engineer Manager at AssetWatch, to break down what condition monitoring and predictive maintenance looks like in practice, no jargon required.They get into the differences between preventative and predictive maintenance, why the biggest ROI often comes from just doing one thing well, and how AssetWatch's own founding story led them from wireless power research into one of the fastest-growing names in industrial monitoring. Along the way, Dustin shares a personal philosophy that gives this episode its name.In this episode, find out:Why doing one thing well with your most critical assets can catch the majority of issues before you need to expand into other monitoring methodsHow a maintenance technician went from feeling threatened by AssetWatch to calling it the best thing that ever happened to his jobWhat criteria actually determine whether an asset is "critical" - and why size has nothing to do with itHow AssetWatch went from researching wireless phone charging to building one of the fastest-growing platforms in industrial monitoringEnjoying the show? Please leave us a review here. Even one sentence helps. It's feedback from Manufacturing All-Stars like you that keeps us going!Tweetable Quotes:"The proof is in the pudding... once they start seeing the results on their end - that bearing running a lot cooler, a lot smoother - that's when they come around." - Dustin Moore, Condition Monitoring Engineer Manager at AssetWatch"You've got to start somewhere. Meet maintenance teams where they're at - they're all in different parts of their journey." - Dustin Moore, Condition Monitoring Engineer Manager at AssetWatch"Predictive maintenance means you're looking at early warning signs... it's about your ability to be able to plan so that you do not have unplanned downtime." - Patrick Carmitchel, VP of Product Management at AssetWatchLinks & mentions:AssetWatch combines vibration, temperature, and oil analysis in one platform for a holistic asset health view, detecting issues that a single technique might miss.Make sure to visit https://manufacturinghappyhour.com for detailed show notes and a full list of resources mentioned in this episode. Stay Innovative, Stay Thirsty.

Send us Fan MailY'all, the North American hard-court swing has been an absolute rollercoaster and we are buckled in for every single twist, turn, and unhinged racket toss. Alex Eala had her full main character moment in DC — Ialla-mania is officially a documented phenomenon — taking down three top seeds (Pegula! Svitolina! Osaka!) for her first-ever WTA title and becoming the first player from the Philippines to do it. Tickets to her matches were selling out in 30 minutes. We are obsessed, and we are not sorry.Meanwhile Iga finally snapped her title drought in Toronto looking scary-composed, and Sabalenka? Girl is spiraling. Racket tantrums, a missing dampener that conveniently bought her extra time, and a shocking early exit in Cincinnati — 2026 has gone from Sunshine Double glory to full meltdown era. We're unpacking all of it, no judgment (okay, a little judgment).And then there's Coco, who is serving both immaculate tennis AND main character chaos — her "I'm in love with the Coco" on-court moment absolutely sent the internet into a tailspin, especially with the timing landing days after Kyrgios's cocaine suspension news broke. Iconic. Unplanned. Devastating for him, delightful for us.Just when you thought we'd buried the lede — Serena's BACK, teaming up with Carlos Alcaraz for mixed doubles at the Open (Wilcaraz? Carena? We need a team name, stat), while Venus is out here playing singles at 46 like the concept of time simply does not apply to her. We're also getting into the wildcard chaos, the tightening WTA Finals points race, injury updates on some of our faves, and — because we're contractually obligated — five whole minutes on the men (Alcaraz's comeback, an all-American Cincinnati final, and yes, more Kyrgios hypocrisy to unpack).Grab your iced matcha, get comfy, and let's get into it — for the girls, the gays, and the theys who know a good scandal (and a good backhand) when they see one.

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Kaydee Church, better known online as “the steak girl,” and her fiancé Tyson join us to talk about unexpectedly getting pregnant at 20, becoming parents before marriage, and navigating their new life in the public eye. They open up about their daughter's scary trip to the NICU, losing $12,000 in a TikTok scam, dealing with judgment online, and how viral fame has changed their lives. Our Place: Upgrade your kitchen with Our Place—visit https://fromourplace.com/UNPLANNED and use code UNPLANNED for 10% off sitewide, plus enjoy a 100-day risk-free trial. Osea: Get 10% off your first order sitewide at https://oseamalibu.com with code UNPLANNED. NOBL: NOBL gives you real travel peace of mind — security, design, and convenience all in one. Head to https://NOBLTravel.com for 46% off your entire order! #NOBL #adventure Betterhelp Visit https://betterhelp.com/unplannedpodcast #adventure Chilipad: Visit https://www.sleep.me/UNPLANNED to get up to $255 off your Chilipad 2.0 with code UNPLANNED, plus free shipping and a 30-day sleep trial. Kaydee insta: @kaydeechurch Follow The Unplanned Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/unplanned__podcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@unplanned_podcast Listen to the pod on Spotify/ Apple Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ToDA4ufQuWuEgMq07zN6t https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-unplanned-podcast/id1669604504 Follow Matt & Abby: Abby's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/abbyelizabethoward/ Matt's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/_matt_howard_/ TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@matt_and_abby Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/mattandabb YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@MattandAbby Mascara is sold out! Thank you guys so much! Sign up here for updates on restock: https://www.biswell-beauty.com/ Chapters: 00:53 - Carnivore diet 04:02 - Starting a family young 05:38 - Meet cute 07:10 - Living with family 08:12 - Going viral 16:35 - Finding out we were pregnant 25:42 - My first pregnancy 36:18 - Getting engaged 38:20 - Planning our wedding 46:00 - Online backlash 48:00 - Finding out the gender of my baby 49:00 - Postpartum 48:53 - Breastfeeding 01:00:35 - Making content together 01:04:30 - Brant Rivera Collab 01:08:13 - Audience questions 01:20:17 - Who's More Likely Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Send us Fan MailMarine Mammal Veterinarian career story - transferable skills = diverse career. Dr. Juli Goldstein's veterinary career is nothing like she planned.She entered veterinary school expecting to pursue zoo medicine. Instead, her career has taken her from examining more than 400 wild dolphins to helping care for Winter and Hope of the Dolphin Tale movies, evaluating a Russian “spy whale” in Norway, advising Hollywood films, practicing small animal medicine, exploring animal hospice and palliative care, and working in veterinary biotech.In this episode of Vet Life Reimagined, Dr. Goldstein shares what an unconventional career has taught her about staying curious, recognizing unexpected opportunities, and building skills before you know exactly where they'll lead.

Kail Lowry is back! We catch up on everything that's changed since her last visit—from raising seven kids and watching her oldest reach the age she was when she became a mom, to her plans for law school, the pressure of supporting a huge family, and what life looks like with her new boyfriend, Isaac. Plus, Isaac joins us to talk relationships, money, marriage, and what it's really like stepping into Kail's very public world. Shopify: Build your own business with a free trial at https://shopify.com/unplanned Nutrafol: Get $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping at https://nutrafol.com with promo code UNPLANNEDPOD. Hiya Health: Receive 50% off your first order of Hiya kids vitamins athttps://hiyahealth.com/UNPLANNED—this deal is only available at this link or find Hiya in Target stores nationwide. Zocdoc: Taking care of your health just got easier - start here with Zocdoc: https://zocdoc.com/UNPLANNED #sponsored Honeylove: Save 20% Off Honeylove by going to https://honeylove.com/UNPLANNED! #honeylovepod Follow The Unplanned Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/unplanned__podcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@unplanned_podcast Listen to the pod on Spotify/ Apple Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ToDA4ufQuWuEgMq07zN6t https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-unplanned-podcast/id1669604504 Follow Matt & Abby: Abby's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/abbyelizabethoward/ Matt's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/_matt_howard_/ TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@matt_and_abby Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/mattandabb YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@MattandAbby Mascara is sold out! Thank you guys so much! Sign up here for updates on restock: https://www.biswell-beauty.com/ Chapters: 02:02 - Catch up 02:42 - Therapy 04:29 - Breaking off my engagement 08:21 - Cheating 11:38 - Turning pain into profit 13:46 - Cost of custody 22:15 - Having more kids 25:31 - Moving to NC 26:25 - Legal reform 28:08 - Law school 32:09 - Being the breadwinner 36:58 - Cosmetic surgery 39:30 - My Team 44:39 - Losing my father 48:00 - How I'm raising my kids differently 51:15 - Tour 51:54 - Dating with 7 kids 1:09:35 - Audience questions 1:18:00 - Agree or Disagree Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Embrace the Unplanned: A Spontaneous Road Trip to Brugge Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2026-08-03-22-34-02-nl Story Transcript:Nl: Samen met de zon die boven de grachten van Amsterdam scheen, stonden Bram, Lieke en Jorrit in de drukke straat.En: Together with the sun shining over the canals of Amsterdam, Bram, Lieke, and Jorrit stood in the busy street.Nl: De lucht was warm en geurig van versgebakken brood en koffie uit de nabijgelegen cafés.En: The air was warm and fragrant with the scent of freshly baked bread and coffee from the nearby cafes.Nl: Het was een perfecte zomerdag voor een avontuur, vond Bram.En: It was a perfect summer day for an adventure, Bram thought.Nl: Zijn ogen glinsterden als hij naar Lieke keek.En: His eyes sparkled as he looked at Lieke.Nl: "Kom op, Lieke! Brugge wacht!" zei Bram enthousiast terwijl hij een paar zonnebrillen op de kraam bekeek.En: "Come on, Lieke! Brugge awaits!" said Bram enthusiastically as he browsed a few sunglasses at the stall.Nl: Lieke zuchtte en keek naar haar lijstje.En: Lieke sighed and looked at her list.Nl: Ze was bezorgd over het gebrek aan planning.En: She was concerned about the lack of planning.Nl: Ze hield ervan om alles tot in de puntjes georganiseerd te hebben.En: She loved to have everything organized down to the last detail.Nl: "We moeten nog tanken, en ik weet niet eens of we alles hebben wat we nodig hebben," mompelde Lieke.En: "We still need to get gas, and I don't even know if we have everything we need," Lieke muttered.Nl: Ze had een punt, dacht Bram even.En: She had a point, Bram thought for a moment.Nl: Maar de gedachte aan Brugge, met zijn middeleeuwse charme en eindeloze straatjes, vulde hem met spanning.En: But the thought of Brugge, with its medieval charm and endless streets, filled him with excitement.Nl: Jorrit lachte en duwde een zonnehoed op zijn hoofd.En: Jorrit laughed and put a sun hat on his head.Nl: "Lieke, soms moet je gewoon springen zonder te kijken," zei hij met een knipoog.En: "Lieke, sometimes you just have to jump without looking," he said with a wink.Nl: Hij was altijd degene die de spanning tussen hen verminderde.En: He was always the one to ease the tension between them.Nl: En hij wist dat Lieke soms behoefte had aan een klein zetje.En: And he knew that Lieke sometimes needed a little nudge.Nl: Nadat ze de hoed, zonnebrillen en snacks in de tassen hadden gepropt, stonden ze stil voor de winkel.En: After they had stuffed the hat, sunglasses, and snacks into the bags, they stood still in front of the store.Nl: De warme zomerzon straalde vrolijk boven hen en de geluiden van de levendige stad leken hen te omarmen.En: The warm summer sun shone cheerfully above them, and the sounds of the lively city seemed to embrace them.Nl: "Goed," begon Lieke eindelijk en keek beiden aan met een klein glimlachje.En: "Alright," Lieke finally began, looking at both with a small smile.Nl: "Laten we het maar doen.En: "Let's do it.Nl: Maar stop niet midden in de weg om naar een windmolen te kijken, goed Bram?" Haar ogen twinkelden ondeugend.En: But don't stop in the middle of the road to look at a windmill, okay Bram?" Her eyes twinkled mischievously.Nl: Bram stak zijn handen in de lucht als overgave.En: Bram raised his hands in surrender.Nl: "Geen windmolens… ik beloof het!" zei hij speels.En: "No windmills... I promise!" he said playfully.Nl: Jorrit grinnikte, blij dat Lieke de stap durfde te zetten.En: Jorrit chuckled, pleased that Lieke dared to take the step.Nl: Kort daarna stapten ze in de auto.En: Shortly afterward, they got into the car.Nl: Ze lieten de drukte van Amsterdam achter zich terwijl ze langs groene velden en charmante dorpjes reden.En: They left the hustle and bustle of Amsterdam behind as they drove past green fields and charming villages.Nl: De weg naar Brugge was gevuld met gelach, muziek en dat heerlijke gevoel van vrijheid dat alleen een zomerse roadtrip kon brengen.En: The road to Brugge was filled with laughter, music, and that delightful feeling of freedom that only a summer road trip could bring.Nl: Lieke leunde achterover in haar stoel, starend naar de voorbijflitsende landschappen.En: Lieke leaned back in her seat, staring at the landscapes flashing by.Nl: Een gevoel van tevredenheid overmande haar.En: A sense of contentment overwhelmed her.Nl: Ja, dacht ze, soms was het goed om af te wijken van het plan.En: Yes, she thought, sometimes it was good to deviate from the plan.Nl: Tegen de tijd dat ze Brugge bereikten, voelde iedereen de opwinding van de onbekende avonturen die voor hen lagen.En: By the time they reached Brugge, everyone felt the thrill of the unknown adventures that lay ahead.Nl: Bram zat lachend achter het stuur, terwijl Jorrit een grap maakte over Belgische frieten.En: Bram was laughing behind the wheel, while Jorrit made a joke about Belgian fries.Nl: En Lieke?En: And Lieke?Nl: Zij glimlachte, wetende dat ze zich geen zorgen maakte over wat komen zou.En: She smiled, knowing she wasn't worried about what was to come.Nl: In de schaduw van de oude gebouwen van Brugge begonnen ze hun avontuur, klaar om te ontdekken wat de stad hen te bieden had.En: In the shadow of Brugge's old buildings, they began their adventure, ready to discover what the city had to offer them.Nl: Hun zomers avontuur was begonnen, en alle zorgen bleven kilometers achter hen.En: Their summer adventure had begun, and all worries were left miles behind them. Vocabulary Words:canals: grachtenfragrant: geurigadventure: avontuursparkled: glinsterdenconcerned: bezorgdmedieval: middeleeuwsecharm: charmeendless: eindelozetension: spanningnudge: zetjeembrace: omarmenmischievously: ondeugendsurrender: overgavehustle: druktecharming: charmantecontentment: tevredenheiddeviate: afwijkenthrill: opwindingunknown: onbekendeadventures: avonturenshadow: schaduwdiscover: ontdekkenoffer: biedensparkled: glinsterdenbrowse: bekijkorganized: georganiseerdplan: planwink: knipoogsun hat: zonnehoedfreedom: vrijheid

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Embracing Spontaneity: Ingrid's Unplanned Adventure in Norway Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-08-03-07-38-20-no Story Transcript:No: Ingrid sto i veikanten og skuet utover det glitrende havet.En: Ingrid stood by the roadside and gazed out over the sparkling sea.No: Den varme sommerbrisen fikk bølgene til å blinke som små diamanter.En: The warm summer breeze made the waves glimmer like small diamonds.No: Ved siden av henne stod Lars og Kari, to av hennes kollegaer.En: Beside her stood Lars and Kari, two of her colleagues.No: De hadde akkurat startet sin etterlengtede team-building reise langs Norges spektakulære kystvei.En: They had just started their long-awaited team-building journey along Norway's spectacular coastal road.No: Ingrid var prosjektleder for teamet.En: Ingrid was the project leader for the team.No: Hun hadde planlagt denne turen i flere måneder, med stramme tidsplaner og nøye utvalgte aktiviteter.En: She had planned this trip for several months, with tight schedules and carefully selected activities.No: Men innerst inne var det en uro som ulmet i henne.En: But deep inside, there was an unease simmering in her.No: Hun var alltid bekymret for om hun gjorde nok for å holde både teamet og sitt eget liv i balanse.En: She was always worried about whether she was doing enough to keep both the team and her own life in balance.No: "Klar for dagens eventyr, alle sammen?" ropte Lars og viftet med kartet av området.En: "Ready for today's adventure, everyone?" shouted Lars, waving a map of the area.No: Ingrid nikket, men merket at skuldrene hennes var anspente.En: Ingrid nodded but noticed that her shoulders were tense.No: Hun ville at denne turen skulle være perfekt, men hadde etter hvert begynt å merke hvor mye det stresset henne.En: She wanted this trip to be perfect, but slowly began to realize how much it stressed her.No: Kari, lett og med et smil, foreslo å stoppe ved en liten lokal kafé de nettopp hadde passert.En: Kari, lightly and with a smile, suggested stopping at a small local café they had just passed.No: "Vi har tid til en is, har vi ikke?" spurte hun.En: "We have time for an ice cream, don't we?" she asked.No: Ingrid nølte, kikket på det detaljerte programmet sitt.En: Ingrid hesitated, looking at her detailed schedule.No: Men så, et øyeblikk av mot.En: But then, a moment of courage.No: Hun la programmet ned og sa: "Ja, la oss gjøre det. Litt spontanitet skader ikke."En: She put the schedule down and said, "Yes, let's do it. A little spontaneity won't hurt."No: De satte seg ved kaféen ved stranden, mens solen varmet ansiktene deres.En: They sat down at the café by the beach, while the sun warmed their faces.No: Det var under den avslappede praten og latteren at Ingrid virkelig så sine kollegaer. Ikke som tall i et regneark, men som freundlige mennesker med historier å dele.En: It was during the relaxed conversation and laughter that Ingrid truly saw her colleagues—not as numbers in a spreadsheet, but as friendly people with stories to share.No: Men idet de satte kursen videre, kunne de ikke unngå å legge merke til den mørke skyen som sakte rullet inn fra nord.En: But as they set off again, they could not avoid noticing the dark cloud slowly rolling in from the north.No: Været i Norge kunne være uberegnelig, enda mer her ved kysten.En: The weather in Norway could be unpredictable, even more so here by the coast.No: Regnet begynte snart å tromme mot bilens tak, og de ble stående fast i en liten by mens de ventet på at stormen skulle blåse over.En: The rain soon began drumming against the car's roof, and they ended up stuck in a small town while they waited for the storm to blow over.No: Denne uventede stoppen ble et vendepunkt.En: This unexpected stop became a turning point.No: Ingrid og teamet begynte å søke ly i en lokal bibliotek, hvor de oppdaget en bokklubb som hadde møte akkurat da.En: Ingrid and the team began to seek shelter in a local library, where they discovered a book club meeting just then.No: De ble invitert til å delta, og snart satt de med lokale innbyggere, druknet i diskusjoner om bøker og fortellinger.En: They were invited to join, and soon they sat with local residents, engrossed in discussions about books and stories.No: Da regnet til slutt avtok, dro hele gruppen tilbake til veien, glad og munter.En: When the rain finally let up, the whole group returned to the road, happy and cheerful.No: De hadde opplevd noe genuint sammen, og alle hadde vært overveldet av hvor storslått den enkle menneskelige forbindelsen kunne være.En: They had experienced something genuine together, overwhelmed by how grand the simple human connection could be.No: Tilbake på kontoret etter returen var det noe som hadde endret seg.En: Back at the office after the return, something had changed.No: Latteren hang i luften, og Ingrid la merke til hvordan teamet jobbet mer harmonisk.En: Laughter hung in the air, and Ingrid noticed how the team worked more harmoniously.No: Hun innså at å slippe taket noen ganger kan føre til de mest minneverdige øyeblikkene.En: She realized that sometimes letting go can lead to the most memorable moments.No: Ingrid hadde opplevd en sann "dugnad" ånd – hvor alle samarbeidet og delte opplevelsen.En: Ingrid had experienced a true "dugnad" spirit—where everyone collaborated and shared the experience.No: Ingrid lærte å stole på teamet sitt og balansere sitt arbeid med å være menneskelig til stede.En: Ingrid learned to trust her team and balance her work with being humanly present.No: Hun visste nå at disse øyeblikkene av spontan glede kunne være kilden til ekte teamarbeid, og hun var takknemlig for det.En: She now knew that these moments of spontaneous joy could be the source of true teamwork, and she was grateful for it.No: Heretter ville hun alltid huske at noen ganger er det verdt å bare la vinden føre deg dit den vil.En: From now on, she would always remember that sometimes it's worth just letting the wind take you wherever it wants. Vocabulary Words:gazed: skuetsparkling: glitrendebreeze: brisglimmer: blinkecolleagues: kollegaerlong-awaited: etterlengtedebalance: balansetense: anspenteadventure: eventyrspontaneity: spontanitetschedule: tidsplanunease: urosimmering: ulmetspontaneous: spontanset off: satte kursenunpredictable: uberegneligdrenched: druknetengrossed: oppsluktoverwhelmed: overveldetgenuine: ektelet up: avtokspectacular: spektakulærerestrained: strammecarefully: nøyehesitated: nøltebeach: strandrealize: innsedrumming: trommestorm: stormmemorable: minneverdige

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Unplanned Detours and Serendipitous Joys: A Journey to Remember Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2026-08-03-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 夏の朝、三人の友達は東北自動車道を走っていました。En: On a summer morning, three friends were driving along the Tohoku Expressway.Ja: 窓から見える景色は、青々とした森林や田舎の村々。En: The scenery visible from the window was filled with lush green forests and rural villages.Ja: 日差しがゴールド色に輝き、柔らかい風が頬を撫でていました。En: The sunlight shimmered golden, and a gentle breeze brushed their cheeks.Ja: 車には、笑顔に満ちたYukiko、Haruto、Aikoが乗っています。En: Inside the car, there were Yukiko, Haruto, and Aiko, all full of smiles.Ja: 「今年も温泉に行けるなんて楽しみだね！」とHarutoが運転席から声を上げます。En: "We're lucky to be going to an onsen again this year!" Haruto exclaimed from the driver's seat.Ja: 「新しい冒険も待ってるかもしれないよ！」En: "There might be new adventures waiting for us!"Ja: Yukikoは微笑み、窓の外を眺めました。En: Yukiko smiled and gazed out the window.Ja: 「昔、家族とこの道を通ったときのこと、よく覚えているの。En: "I remember passing this way with my family long ago.Ja: どこかに寄り道できたらいいな。」En: It'd be nice if we could make a little detour somewhere."Ja: Aikoは地図を見ながら、優しく答えました。En: Looking at the map, Aiko replied gently,Ja: 「きっと昔の思い出が蘇るね、En: "I'm sure the old memories will come back to life.Ja: どこに行くのかワクワクするわ。」En: I'm excited about where we'll end up."Ja: しかし、進んで行くと、予定外の渋滞が三人を待ち受けていました。En: However, as they continued, an unexpected traffic jam awaited the three of them.Ja: 車の列は停滞し、空気はどこか重たくなっていきます。En: The line of cars stalled, and the atmosphere became somewhat heavy.Ja: 「目的地に遅れちゃうかもね。」Harutoは心配そうに言います。En: "We might be late to our destination," Haruto said worriedly.Ja: Yukikoはしばらく考え込みましたが、その後に微かな笑みを浮かべました。En: After pondering for a moment, Yukiko gave a slight smile.Ja: 「昔、知っている場所があるの。En: "There's a place I know from the past.Ja: そこで少し休めるかもしれない。」En: We might be able to rest there for a bit."Ja: 彼女の言葉に二人は顔を見合わせ、そして頷きました。En: Both friends exchanged glances at her words and then nodded.Ja: 計画を変えて、Yukikoの案内で車を走らせました。En: Changing their plans, they drove on with Yukiko leading the way.Ja: 小さな差し掛けを過ぎると、古びた小道が広がりました。En: After passing a small crossing, an old path opened up.Ja: そこは、緑の中にひっそりと佇む竹林で、どこか懐かしい風景が包み込みます。En: There, nestled quietly in the greenery, was a bamboo grove that embraced them with a nostalgic landscape.Ja: 「ここがその場所だよ。」とYukikoは静かに言います。En: "This is the place," Yukiko said calmly.Ja: 三人は竹林を進み、清流の音が近づいてきました。En: The three of them ventured into the bamboo grove, with the sound of a clear stream drawing near.Ja: その場所に立ち止まると、心が洗われるような静けさが広がりました。En: When they stopped in that place, a serenity that seemed to cleanse the soul spread around them.Ja: Harutoは驚きました。En: Haruto was amazed.Ja: 「Yukiko、こんな素敵なところを知ってたなんて！」En: "I didn't know you knew such a wonderful place, Yukiko!"Ja: 「そう、ここで毎年家族と遊んでたの。」Yukikoは目を閉じ、過去の記憶をたぐり寄せます。En: "Yes, I used to come here every year with my family," Yukiko said, closing her eyes and recalling past memories.Ja: Aikoは友達を見て微笑みます。En: Aiko looked at her friends and smiled.Ja: 「時には、こうして計画を変更するのも悪くないね。」En: "Sometimes, it's not so bad to change plans like this."Ja: 三人はしばらく静かにその場に佇み、過去と今を繋ぐ時間を感じました。En: The three stood there quietly for a while, feeling the time that connected past and present.Ja: そして、彼らは再び旅を続けるために戻りました。En: Then, they returned to their journey to continue their trip.Ja: 道中に戻ると、今度は心が軽くなり、笑い声が絶えませんでした。En: Back on the road, their hearts felt lighter, and laughter was constant.Ja: 最初の目的地にたどり着くまでの時間を、せわしく考えないことに決めたのです。En: They decided not to worry about the time it would take to reach their original destination.Ja: 「旅の途中の方が、結局楽しいかもしれないね。」とHarutoが言うと、Yukikoは頷きました。En: "The journey along the way might end up being more fun," Haruto said, to which Yukiko nodded.Ja: 「そう、どこに辿り着くかより、一緒に過ごす時間が大切なんだよね。」En: "Yes, what's important is the time we spend together, rather than where we end up."Ja: こうして彼らは、目的地に辿り着くだけでなく、友情の絆をより深めたのでした。En: Thus, not only did they reach their destination, but they also deepened the bonds of their friendship.Ja: 旅の最後に、三人は清々しい気持ちで温泉に浸り、過ぎ去った夏の日々を思い返しました。En: At the end of the journey, the three of them soaked in the onsen with a clear-hearted feeling, reminiscing about the summer days that had passed. Vocabulary Words:scenery: 景色lush: 青々としたshimmered: 輝きgentle: 柔らかいbreeze: 風cheeks: 頬adventures: 冒険exclaimed: 声を上げましたdetour: 寄り道gazed: 眺めましたpondering: 考え込みましたstalled: 停滞しatmosphere: 空気destination: 目的地smile: 笑みglances: 顔を見合わせcrossing: 差し掛けnestled: 佇むgrove: 竹林nostalgic: 懐かしいserenity: 静けさcleanse: 洗われるamazed: 驚きreminiscing: 思い返しましたventured: 進みapproached: 近づいてきましたconnect: 繋ぐdeepen: 深めたbonds: 絆dwell: たどり着く

Life rarely unfolds according to plan… and Kevin Michael Kirwan believes that may be one of its greatest gifts. In this episode of Make It a Great One with Dr. Dan, Dr. Dan welcomes writer and debut novelist Kevin Michael Kirwan for an inspiring conversation about purpose, authenticity, creativity, family, and the courage to follow an unexpected path. Kevin's life has included delivering pizzas, playing music, flying helicopters, owning an aviation company, returning to college in his 50s, earning a master's degree in creative writing from Johns Hopkins University, becoming a teacher, and writing his debut novel, The Existential Awakening of One Particular Mexican Girl. Rather than following a carefully constructed plan, Kevin has repeatedly allowed curiosity, instinct, and life's unexpected turns to guide him. Kevin and Dr. Dan explore how rigid expectations can limit growth, why creativity requires us to silence our inner critic, and how failure becomes valuable when we are willing to take meaningful risks. Kevin also shares how becoming a husband and father transformed his priorities and helped him discover the fulfillment that comes from serving something greater than himself. This conversation is a powerful reminder that there is no universal timeline for education, relationships, parenthood, success, or personal growth. A meaningful life is not built by meeting everyone else's expectations. It is built by listening inward, remaining open to possibility, and having the courage to become who you truly are. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL LEARN Why purpose often reveals itself through experience rather than planning How releasing control creates space for inspiration and creativity Why Kevin returned to college in his 50s and how education changed his self-perception How reading with his father shaped Kevin's worldview and writing voice Why societal timelines should not determine our most important life choices How marriage, fatherhood, and family transformed Kevin's priorities Why authenticity requires letting go of other people's expectations How failure becomes an essential part of courage, creativity, and growth Why unexpected ideas can become our most meaningful work How to leave room for life to surprise you QUOTES FROM KEVIN MICHAEL KIRWAN “Life can surprise you if you let it, and you just have to get out of the way.” “You have one life. It's your life. Do not let anyone else live it for you.” “You've got to leave that room for failure and pick yourself up when you do go down and get right back in there.” QUOTES FROM DR. DAN “We have all these societal timelines and these messages, but it really comes down to us listening to ourselves and going within.” “Surprise them, everyone. Surprise them and do something different.” “Every human has so much unique potential—untapped potential.” FEATURED BOOK The Existential Awakening of One Particular Mexican Girl by Kevin Michael Kirwan Kevin's debut novel explores love, loss, mortality, identity, spirituality, and the possibility that our deepest human connections may transcend time and space. HASHTAGS #MakeItAGreatOne #DrDanPeters #KevinMichaelKirwan #LetLifeSurpriseYou #FindingPurpose #PersonalGrowth #SelfAwareness #Authenticity #Courage #Creativity #Inspiration #GrowthMindset #Purpose #Resilience #Family #Education #Leadership #Empowerment #PersonalDevelopment #OvercomingFear #LifeLessons #CreativeProcess #BeBold #LiveAuthentically #UntappedPotential For more information visit kevinmichaelkirwan.com and follow @kevinmkirwan on Instagram. Please listen, follow, rate, and review Make It a Great One on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow @drdanpeters on social media. Visit www.drdanpeters.com and send your questions or guest pitches to podcast@drdanpeters.com. We have this moment, this day, and this life—let's make it a great one. – Dr. Dan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: From Sandcastles to Laughter: István's Unplanned Masterpiece Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2026-07-26-07-38-20-hu Story Transcript:Hu: A Balatonparton egy meleg nyári délutánon, a strandok pezsegtek az élettől.En: On a warm summer afternoon by Balaton, the beaches were bustling with life.Hu: A Balaton Beachside Café közelében, a homokos parton, felállították a nagy művészeti versenyt: a homokvár építőversenyt.En: Near the Balaton Beachside Café, on the sandy shore, they had set up the big art competition: the sandcastle building contest.Hu: Az ég kék volt, a nap aranyló fénye szikrázott a vízfelszínen.En: The sky was blue, and the golden sunlight sparkled on the water's surface.Hu: A part mentén színes napernyők látszódtak.En: Colorful umbrellas could be seen along the shore.Hu: Nevetés és boldog kiáltások keveredtek a hullámok lágy hangjával.En: Laughter and joyful shouts mingled with the gentle sound of the waves.Hu: István, Katalin és Ádám is ott voltak.En: István, Katalin, and Ádám were also there.Hu: István véletlenül keveredett a versenyre.En: István accidentally got caught up in the competition.Hu: A zsúfolt parton fel sem tűnt neki, hogy épp a résztvevők számára kijelölt területet lépte át, miközben a többiek versenylapon vették komolyan az építést.En: On the crowded beach, he didn't even realize he had stepped into the area designated for participants, while the others were seriously focused on their building with submission forms.Hu: Katalin viccelődött: "Na István, hogy állsz az új karriereddel?En: Katalin joked, "So István, how's your new career coming along?"Hu: " Ádám nevetve hozzátette: "Nézzük, mit alkot a mester!En: Ádám added with a laugh, "Let's see what the master creates!"Hu: "István mindig is szeretett volna valami kreatívat alkotni, de soha nem sikerült neki igazán.En: István had always wanted to create something artistic, but it never really worked out for him.Hu: Bár a versenyzők mind profiknak tűntek saját szerszámkészleteikkel, István elhatározta, hogy száll harcba.En: Although the competitors all seemed like professionals with their own toolsets, István decided to take on the challenge.Hu: "Nem baj," mondta viccesen, "építek egy szobrot a homokból.En: "No problem," he said jokingly, "I'll build a sculpture out of sand.Hu: Olyat még senki sem látott!En: No one's ever seen anything like it!"Hu: "Elkezdett építeni.En: He began building.Hu: A homok dőlt és omladozott, ahogy próbált valami formát faragni belőle.En: The sand leaned and crumbled as he tried to carve some shape out of it.Hu: A versenyzők komoly arccal építették kastélyaikat, de István inkább nevettette a nézőket.En: The competitors were building their castles with serious faces, but István entertained the spectators instead.Hu: Minden építés közben tett megjegyzése alkalmat adott a körülöttük lévőknek a vidám nevetésre.En: Every comment he made during the building gave those around them a reason for joyful laughter.Hu: Ahogy telt az idő, közeledtek a bírók, hogy megnézzék az alkotásokat.En: As time passed, the judges approached to view the creations.Hu: István már majdnem befejezte alkotását, ami inkább hasonlított egy modern művészeti installációra, mintsem egy klasszikus várra.En: István had almost finished his work, which resembled a modern art installation more than a classic castle.Hu: Abban a pillanatban, ahogy a bírák feléjük fordultak, a vár összeomlott.En: Just as the judges turned towards them, the castle collapsed.Hu: A homokfalak ledőltek, és egy nagy puffanással szétterült a földön.En: The sand walls toppled and spread out on the ground with a loud thud.Hu: A közönség tapsolt és nevetett.En: The audience clapped and laughed.Hu: Katalin és Ádám a hasukat fogva vonaglottak nevetés közben.En: Katalin and Ádám were doubled over with laughter.Hu: István meghajolt, mintha szándékosan tervezte volna az egészet.En: István bowed as if he had planned the whole thing intentionally.Hu: A bírák is mosolyogtak, és végül kiosztották neki a "Legszórakoztatóbb Kísérlet" díjat.En: The judges smiled too and eventually awarded him the "Most Entertaining Attempt" prize.Hu: István valami különlegeset ért el aznap: megnevettette az embereket.En: István achieved something special that day: he made people laugh.Hu: Rájött, hogy a kreativitás nem mindig a sikeres építésben rejlik, hanem abban, hogy hogyan használja az ember a képzeletét és humorát.En: He realized that creativity doesn't always lie in successful construction, but rather in how one uses imagination and humor.Hu: Aznap este, amikor a nap lassan lecsúszott a horizont mögé, István örömmel nézett a hullámokra, elégedetten a nap eredményével.En: That evening, as the sun slowly slipped behind the horizon, István looked at the waves with joy, satisfied with the day's outcome.Hu: Megértette, hogy a nevetés ereje nagyobb, mint bármely tökéletesen megépített homokvár.En: He understood that the power of laughter is greater than any perfectly built sandcastle. Vocabulary Words:bustling: pezsegtekcompetition: versenysandy: homokosdesignated: kijelöltparticipants: résztvevőksubmission forms: versenylaponcareer: karrierlaugh: nevetveprofessionals: profiktoolsets: szerszámkészleteksculpture: szobrotcrumbled: omladozottcarve: faragnispectators: nézőketjudges: bírókinstallation: installációraclassic: klasszikuscollapsed: összeomlottthud: puffanássalaudience: közönségbowed: meghajoltintentionally: szándékosanawarded: kiosztottákentertaining: szórakoztatóbbcreations: alkotásokatimagination: képzeletéthorizon: horizontoutcome: eredményévelsatisfied: elégedettenconstruct: építésben

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TRIGGER WARNING: Please note this episode contains themes of domestic violence, suicidal ideation, and drug use. Chilipad: Visit https://www.sleep.me/UNPLANNED to get up to $255 off your Chilipad 2.0 with code UNPLANNED, plus free shipping and a 30-day sleep trial for Unplanned Podcast listeners. Shopify: Start your free trial today https://shopify.com/unplanned Zocdoc: Taking care of your health just got easier – start here with Zocdoc: https://zocdoc.com/UNPLANNED #sponsored Miracle Brand: Upgrade your sleep with Miracle Made! Go to https://trymiracle.com/unplanned and use the code UNPLANNED to claim your FREE 3 PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF. Laura Clery has spent years making millions of people laugh, but behind the comedy was a deeply personal battle with addiction, betrayal, and rebuilding her life from the ground up. In this episode, Laura opens up about her husband's relapse, the end of their marriage, raising a son with autism, finding joy as a single mom, and why humor has remained her greatest survival tool through it all. She also shares the inspiration behind her new memoir, What Doesn't Kill You Makes You Hotter, and the lessons she's learned about forgiveness, recovery, and starting over. If you or someone you love has been affected by addiction, abuse, or mental health struggles, we hope this conversation reminds you that you're not alone. Laura's IG: @lauraclery Follow The Unplanned Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/unplanned__podcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@unplanned_podcast Listen to the pod on Spotify/ Apple Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ToDA4ufQuWuEgMq07zN6t https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-unplanned-podcast/id1669604504 Follow Matt & Abby: Abby's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/abbyelizabethoward/ Matt's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/_matt_howard_/ TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@matt_and_abby Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/mattandabb YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@MattandAbby Chapters: 03:14 - Raising a son with autism 12:20 - Becoming a NYTimes Best Selling Author 15:07 - Getting sober 25:19 - AA 30:26 - Being cheated on 47:06 - Finding meaning 53:48 - Divorce 56:32 - Sketch comedy with my ex 01:00:28 - CPS 01:12:34 - Coming to terms with abuse 01:14:25 - Moving on 01:17:01 - Audience questions 01:26:03 - Agree to Disagree Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We've officially been together for 10 years! In this episode, we're sharing stories from our first date, reacting to some of our most cringeworthy old videos, and discussing the relationship advice that's actually stood the test of time (and the advice we'd never follow). Thanks for being part of the journey with us.

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Bryton and Jade Myler join us to talk about their whirlwind first year of marriage, growing up in the spotlight as part of Ninja Kidz TV, and how they're balancing faith, fame, and life online. We also discuss getting married young, navigating public scrutiny, and whether they'd want their future kids to grow up on the internet. Be sure to like, subscribe, and let us know your favorite moment in the comments!

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This episode is sponsored by Hiya Health, Factor Meals, Ladder, & ASPCA Pet Insurance. Hiya Health: Get 50% off your first order of Hiya's clean kids vitamins and new Kids Daily Growth + Protein at https://hiyahealth.com/UNPLANNED—this deal is not available on their regular website. Factor Meals: Head to https://factormeals.com/unplanned50off and use code UNPLANNED50OFF to get 50% off and free daily greens per box with new subscription only, while supplies last until 09/27/2026. Ladder: If you have an iPhone, go to https://ladder.fit/UNPLANNED to take a quick quiz and get a free 7-day trial with no credit card required, plus $10 off your first month if you join. ASPCA Pet Insurance: To explore coverage, visit https://www.aspcapetinsurance.com/UNPLANNED Today on Unplanned, we're sharing a huge update on our birth plan. Abby opens up about becoming a VBAC candidate, navigating the risks and emotions that come with it, and why reaching the third trimester feels especially meaningful after our loss. We also talk pregnancy hormones, strange sympathy symptoms, birth prep, AI robots (for some reason), and why we're trading a babymoon for a “nesting moon.” Plus, Matt and Abby take an ultimate pregnancy quiz. Follow The Unplanned Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/unplanned__podcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@unplanned_podcast Listen to the pod on Spotify/ Apple Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ToDA4ufQuWuEgMq07zN6t https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-unplanned-podcast/id1669604504 Follow Matt & Abby: Abby's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/abbyelizabethoward/ Matt's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/_matt_howard_/ TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@matt_and_abby Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/mattandabb YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@MattandAbby Chapters: 01:35 - Travel Diaries 10:33 - 3rd Trimester Struggles 22:28 - Nesting 25:59 - Ultimate Pregnancy Quiz 46:13 - Change in birth plan 01:00:54 - Hypno Birthing 01:04:32 - Pregnancy symptoms 01:08:26 - Sympathy Symptoms Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode is sponsored by: Unreal Snacks, Square, Good Wipes, and Cash App Unreal Snacks: Visit https://unrealsnacks.com/unplanned o get $4 off a bag of Unreal—terms and conditions apply. Square: Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/unplanned ! #squarepod Good Wipes: Head to https://goodwipes.com/UNPLANNED to learn how to snag a free pack of goodwipes! Cash App: Download Cash App at https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/kssum24w and use code FAMILY10 at signup to earn $10 when you send $5 to a friend within 14 days. Terms apply. Today on Unplanned, we sit down with Matthew and Paul — an interabled married couple loved by millions for their honest conversations around disability, identity, and life online. Paul opens up about being diagnosed with a degenerative eye disease that will eventually leave him completely blind, while Matthew shares his experience growing up in a strict religious cult and the journey that led him to finally leave. We also talk about internet trolls, misconceptions about blindness, their dream of becoming parents, retiring a guide dog, and how they've built a life centered around creativity, advocacy, and finding joy in the face of adversity. Matthew & Paul's IG: @matthewandpaul Paul's Children's Books IG: @paulcastlestudio Find Paul's books here: https://paulcastlestudio.com/ Find Matthew's music here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/31WEJvJ77B3sv45clvu889/discography/all Guide dog resource mentioned in this episode: https://www.guidedogs.com/ Follow The Unplanned Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/unplanned__podcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@unplanned_podcast Listen to the pod on Spotify/ Apple Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ToDA4ufQuWuEgMq07zN6t https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-unplanned-podcast/id1669604504 Follow Matt & Abby: Abby's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/abbyelizabethoward/ Matt's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/_matt_howard_/ TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@matt_and_abby Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/mattandabb YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@MattandAbby Chapters: 01:02 - Traveling with a guide dog 07:15 - Retinitis Pigmentosa 11:15 - How we met 15:09 - Breaking up 17:35 - Growing up in the IBLP 30:00 - Escaping the IBLP 33:30 - Dealing with the internet trolls 42:40 - Family planning 46:00 - Coping with grief 53:00 - Getting married 01:00:00 - Retiring our service dog 01:11:30 - Running a marathon as a blind person 01:13:00 - Applying for a new guide dog 01:20:00 - When my guide dog saved my life 01:30:00 - Authoring children's books Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's episode is sponsored by Kiwi Co, ASPCA Pet Insurance, Rocket Money, and Zoc Doc. Kiwi Co: Build the best summer ever with KiwiCo—get $10 off your Summer Adventure Series at https://kiwico.com/SUMMER with promo code UNPLANNED. ASPCA Pet Insurance: Explore coverage at https://www.aspcapetinsurance.com/UNPLANNED. Rocket Money: Let Rocket Money help you find and cancel unwanted subscriptions, monitor your spending, and lower your bills—join at https://RocketMoney.com/UNPLANNEDZoc Doc: Stop putting off those doctor appointments—go to https://zocdoc.com/UNPLANNED to find and instantly book a doctor you love today. Today on Unplanned, we sit down with everyone's favorite Love Is Blind redemption story — Zack Goytowski and Bliss Poureetezadi. They open up about second chances, getting married in secret, life after reality TV, growing their family, and what really happened after the pods. We also talk postpartum depression, internet backlash, Zack's difficult childhood, and how all of it shaped the marriage and family they're building today. Bliss' IG: @blisspoureetezadi Zack's IG: @zackgoytowski Follow The Unplanned Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/unplanned__podcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@unplanned_podcast Listen to the pod on Spotify/ Apple Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ToDA4ufQuWuEgMq07zN6t https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-unplanned-podcast/id1669604504 Follow Matt & Abby: Abby's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/abbyelizabethoward/ Matt's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/_matt_howard_/ TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@matt_and_abby Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/mattandabb YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@MattandAbby Chapters: 01:00 - Love is Blind casting process + How we met 10:00 - Singing in the pods 15:23 - Redemption arc 22:26 - Ad break 24:50 - Love is Blind Divorces 30:13 - Childhood trauma 39:56 - Ad Break 44:49 - First birth story 48:47 - Postpartum Depression 52:41 - Having a boy! 55:39 - Ad Break 01:00:07 - Authenticity online 01:08:43 - Questions from audience 01:11:44 - Ad Break Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode is sponsored by Better Help, Ladder, Wayfair, & Kindred Bravely Better Help: Find support and get 10% off therapy at https://betterhelp.com/UNPLANNEDPODCAST . #ad Ladder: If you have an iPhone, go to https://ladder.fit/UNPLANNED to take a quick quiz and get a free 7-day trial with no credit card required, plus $10 off your first month if you join. Wayfair: Get prepped for patio season for way less at https://wayfair.com Kindred Bravely: Get 20% off your first order at https://KindredBravely.com/UNPLANNED On this episode of Unplanned, Matt & Abby sit down with Abby's mom, Lori, for one of their most honest family conversations yet. They finally unpack why the family was so against them getting married young, why the move to Hawaii caused so much tension, what Abby was really like growing up, and the parenting debates they still disagree on today. Check out Lori's Travel Book! : https://www.amazon.com/Lets-Travel-Hawaii-Guide-Kids/dp/B0GX7BFTGJ/ Follow her insta: @whatasmartcookiepublishing Follow The Unplanned Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/unplanned__podcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@unplanned_podcast Listen to the pod on Spotify/ Apple Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ToDA4ufQuWuEgMq07zN6t https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-unplanned-podcast/id1669604504 Follow Matt & Abby: Abby's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/abbyelizabethoward/ Matt's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/_matt_howard_/ TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@matt_and_abby Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/mattandabb YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@MattandAbby Chapters: 02:10 - Dad's camera phobia 03:45 - Abby's childhood 10:45 - Matt and Abby meet cute 13:13 - Ad Break 16:37 - Mom is an author! 22:50 - Getting married in college 29:09 - Ad Break 32:54 - Asking for Abby's hand in marriage 38:35 - Social Media career 40:42 - Moving to Hawaii 48:57 - Being a teacher and a mom 50:13 - Ad Break 01:06:30 - Living in Arizona 01:08:16 - Questions from our audience 1:15:40 - Ad break #unplannedpodcast #mattandabby Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices