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Nothingface had a #1 rock video, a major label deal, and real mainstream momentum in 2003 — then Geffen Records collapsed overnight and took their shot at stardom with it. Full biography.This is the story of Nothingface — the Virginia Beach metal band that clawed their way from the underground into major label rotation, landed "Ether" on MTV2 and Headbangers Ball, and looked like the next big crossover metal act of the early 2000s. Then Vivendi Universal's merger gutted Geffen's roster, the label support disappeared almost overnight, and one of the most promising bands of that era got buried by corporate collapse instead of a bad album.We go deep on Nothingface's full history: their formation and underground grind, the albums that built their reputation (An Audio Guide to Everyday Atrocity, the self-titled Nothingface record), the industry politics that derailed their momentum right as it was building, and where the band stands today. If you're into metal band biographies, industry-history documentaries, or you just want to understand how a band this good almost got erased from the story of 2000s metal, this episode is for you.If you've never heard Nothingface before, this is exactly the kind of story we cover on this channel — bands that deserved more than they got, told with the full context most metal content skips. Drop a comment if you were around for "Ether" back in 2003, or if this is your first time hearing this story at all.This is The Metal Maniacs — band biographies, album rankings, interviews, and honest reaction content covering underground and mainstream metal alike. New episodes drop weekly, from legacy band histories like this one to fresh interviews with today's underground acts.

In this episode of the Try That In A Small Town podcast, the guys sit down with hitmaker George Birge to unpack his long road to “overnight success” in Nashville. George talks about grinding for a decade before his first number one, the moment Luke Bryan said “Play that motherfucker” about his song, and how TikTok flipped his career with Beer Beer Truck Truck.He shares how Clay Walker pushed him back into being an artist, how a Bobby Bones performance turned Mind On You into a life-changing hit, and why Jason Aldean giving that song back was a defining act of class. Along the way you'll hear wild road stories with SEAL Team Six and Post Malone, getting wrecked by Gary Allan's weed, the art of building a live set, and how country music's community creates careers that last decades. They close it out with golf at Augusta, Idiots of the Week, HVAC disasters, fan etiquette and plenty of laughs.Timed Highlights: 0:03:12 – Four number ones in a row, why Nashville is a “10-year town” and how hard it really is to break 0:04:35 – Building relationships with radio and listeners, and the pressure of chasing every hit 0:05:04 – Luke Bryan mentor story, Chesney's jet and the “Play that motherfucker” cowboy song moment 0:07:40 – Why country music is a “big happy family” and how fan relationships create 20–40 year careers 0:08:53 – Shouting out Kurt and Tully on a surprise Jason Aldean number one and how labels plan chart runs 0:10:00 – Original Glory beer spot and investing in America's small towns 0:11:14 – The magic and misery of the grind: why it's good that success doesn't come easy 0:12:20 – First number one, confidence, and how belief changes the way you write and perform 0:13:20 – Mike Eli's tough-love advice: “You just need to go get your ass kicked” 0:15:30 – Sprinter van nightmare in Kentucky, the meth'd-out “mechanic” and character-building on the road 0:17:49 – Moving from one recognizable song to multiple hits and the freedom of building a real setlist 0:18:38 – Covers as a “cheat code,” winning crowds in clubs and finding the sweet spot with 90s country medleys 0:20:19 – Club days: Dwight Yoakam medleys, Sweet Child O' Mine into Paradise City, and stretching 90 minutes 0:22:40 – Teaching an audience how to listen to your ballad and earning the right to play the slow songs 0:25:26 – Lessons from touring with Toby Keith: zero ego, human jukebox and knowing when to turn it into a honky-tonk cover set 0:28:19 – Tailgating with Toby Keith, SEAL Team Six and Post Malone on the bus in Virginia Beach 0:29:48 – Post Malone's country roots, respect for the genre and doing it the right way 0:30:09 – Pivoting to “just” being a songwriter, asking out of the duo deal and heading to Clay Walker's beach house 0:33:33 – Writing Clay Walker's We All Need A Bar Sometimes and Catching Up With An Old Memory and hearing the band's take from the studio side 0:36:35 – Refusing to quit, irrational optimism and how things fall into place when you keep showing up 0:37:38 – Clay Walker says “Get on TikTok” and the birth of Beer Beer Truck Truck from a country-music hater's video 0:39:41 – Going viral overnight, crediting the original TikTok creator and landing on The Bobby Bones Show 0:39:47 – Playing Mind On You live on Bobby Bones, getting a record deal and watching it go number one 0:41:03 – Jason Aldean had Mind On You on hold – and gave it back so George could release it as his debut single 0:45:08 – George's Mount Rushmore: Aldean, Gary Allan, George Strait and Tracy Lawrence, and how that shaped his sound 0:46:47 – First-hand weed disasters: Gary Allan's tackle box, the volcano, numb legs and the best pineapple ever 0:52:23 – Willie's Remedy, tequila pairings and trying to “just sleep” through a THC drink gone wrong 0:54:08 – Tequila on the road, giving up whiskey in the summer and survival strategies under 100-degree stage lights 0:55:16 – Golf talk: college golf background, shooting 75 at Augusta and winning the BMW Celebrity Pro-Am 0:57:31 – John Daly, a 27-minute Knocking on Heaven's Door and golf-country crossovers 0:58:08 – Weekly segment: Idiots of the Week – ducks on dashboards and Jeep duck culture 0:59:35 – People touching injured shoulders, hugging the sling side and unintentional pain 1:01:16 – HVAC conspiracy: the AC “just happens” to die right after the service check and buying a new unit 1:06:42 – Language rant: the word “literally,” dictionaries caving and when words stop meaning what they mean 1:08:37 – Fan behavior: phones in faces, reading the screen mid-song and completely losing the lyrics 1:10:19 – Fist bumps, picks, Sharpies mid-solo and why some fans think they're on stage with you 1:12:00 – World Cup tangent, flops, drama and sports rants 1:13:40 – Peacemaker Coffee plug and sending George beans for the bus 1:14:23 – The hosts on why George is great for country music, closing thanks and merch reminders______________________________________________________________________________________________SPONSORS: The Try That in a Small Town Podcast is powered by e|spaces!Redefining Coworking - Exceptional Office Space for Every BusinessBook a tour today at espaces.comFrom the Patriot Mobile studios:Don't get fooled by other cellular providers pretending to share your values or have the same coverage. 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Subscribe to Our Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/VineyardChu...Thank you for your generosity! To support our growth and global impact click here: https://www.vineyardchurch.com/giveVineyard is a church community in Virginia Beach, Virginia. We exist to be a contemporary extension of the Good News of Jesus Christ to our world and to help people find and fulfill God's purpose for their lives.Plan a visit: https://www.vineyardchurch.com/visitFor More:All things Vineyard Church: https://www.vineyardchurch.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/VineyardVAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VineyardVA

Part 6 of our series, Jesus Revealed: Letters to the Church. Thanks for listening to this message from New Life Church. In this message, Pastor Dana Williams continues our journey through the seven letters to the churches in Revelation. As Jesus addresses the church in Philadelphia, we discover His call to remain faithful, persevere with endurance, and hold fast to what He has entrusted to us. This message was recorded at New Life Church | Kempsville in Virginia Beach, Virginia.

Special guest, Pastor Josh Kelly, from Wave Church in Virginia Beach, VA, brings a message about how PRIDE is a SEED of ANXIETY. Before we can deal with our ANXIETY, we must FIRST deal with our PRIDE and HUMBLE ourselves.

Big House Church is cultivating a community of passionate worshippers who partner with Jesus to create a kingdom culture on earth as it is in heaven. We meet regularly at 9 & 11 AM at The Zeider Theater in Virginia Beach, VA. For more information, go to www.bighousechurch.com.

On this week's episode of Change Agents, Andy Stumpf travels to Virginia Beach to spend time with Dom Raso aboard his boat near Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek–Fort Story. Dom spent 12 years in the SEAL teams before founding Dynamis Alliance, a gear and combatives training company built from everything he learned in the teams. Today, Dom's life largely revolves around his faith, family, and protecting time with them has become his priority. Change Agents is an IRONCLAD Original. Chapters (00:00) Cold Open (01:11) The Power of "No" (02:44) Family, Faith & Current Ventures (05:05) Gladius Christi: Protecting the Church (10:51) Combatives Philosophy (19:11) Should Young Men Join the Military? (28:58) Faith and Military Discipline (41:44) Extortion 17 and the Path to Catholicism (49:23) Redefining Success (54:15) Fatherhood as the Front Line (57:09) Leaving the SEAL Teams (1:01:52) Gift Exchange Sponsors: Firecracker Farm  Use code IRONCLAD to get 15% off your first order at https://firecracker.farm/ Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/change-agents-with-andy-stumpf/id1677415740 Subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3SKmtN55V2AGbzHDo34DHI?si=5aefbba9abc844ed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

More on VPM.org:  NextEra–Dominion merger filings start 6-month clock on regulatory review  Mending a torn safety net: an investigation into Nelson County social services    Other links:  Report finds ‘substantial disparities' in Virginia Beach contracts with minority-owned businesses (Virginian-Pilot)*  How a Roanoke school's new playground is neurodevelopmentally inclusive (Roanoke Times)*  House committee questions Va. prosecutor in closed-door deposition (Washington Post)*  About time? Richmonders weigh-in on possible permanent daylight saving time (WTVR)  GOP Senate hopefuls face long odds in race to challenge Mark Warner (Virginia Mercury)  Mending a torn safety net: lagging salaries, lapsed communication at Nelson DSS (WMRA)  Mending a torn safety net: systemic challenges in social services (WMRA)  *This outlet uses a paywall.  Our award-winning work is made possible with your donations. Visit vpm.org/donate to support local journalism. 

Most dangerous threats are hidden in plain sight—somebody you think you know may be plotting your downfall. When Johnny Dollar takes on a simple insurance case in Virginia Beach, it quickly spirals into a deadly web of deception, betrayal, and murder. This case exposes how greed and false facades can conceal deadly motives—and how the truth can be stranger than fiction.In this episode, you'll discover how a seemingly straightforward request for protection uncovers a complex scheme involving fake identities, hidden relationships, and a murder that wasn't supposed to happen. We break down the surprising clues that led Johnny to realize the real game being played—like how a fake wedding photo and a deliberate misdirection point to a deeper conspiracy. You'll also see how a clever trap and relentless persistence turn the tide in a high-stakes game of survival.We explore the behind-the-scenes tactics Johnny uses to outsmart a homicidal maniac and see how layers of deception—cover stories about a bride, fake identities, and borrowed money—are revealed to unmask the killer. These insights aren't just for detectives; they're lessons in reading between the lines and trusting your instincts when everything looks suspicious.This story underscores why understanding hidden motives and unseen threats is crucial in dangerous situations. Ignoring the small signs can mean missing the bigger picture—and losing your life. But recognizing the subtle signals and connecting the dots can make all the difference between danger and safety.Perfect for fans of classic detective stories, this episode is a masterclass in uncovering deception with sharp instincts and relentless investigation. If you believe that appearances deceive and that the truth is often stranger than fiction, this is essential listening. Step into Johnny Dollar's shoes and learn how to spot the hidden danger before it's too late.

Send us Fan MailWell met friends! In this episode of the Get Piped Podcast, Adam and Nick discuss which tobaccos best represent the Patriots (Soldiers) from American history.In the segments, Adam ranks pipe smoking topics as Overrated or Underrated and then Blind Ranks the best foods to eat while drunk.Help Get Piped Run to Home Base and support Home Base, a national nonprofit dedicated to healing the invisible wounds of war for Veterans, Service Members, Military Families, and Families of  the Fallen. https://runtohomebase.org/participants/9361Support the showSupport the Get Piped Community by joining the Patreon.Send us a letter to our NEW PO box: PO Box 61263, Virginia Beach, VA 23466Purchase Tales of Fire and Briar: https://a.co/d/fvgzP0vPurchase Battle of the Briar:Blu-Ray: https://getpiped.co/products/battle-of-the-briarorDigital Copy: https://www.patreon.com/GetPiped/shop/battle-of-briar-pipe-smoking-documentary-690160__________Don't forget to subscribe/follow the GPP so you never miss an episode.We want to hear from you! If you have any further questions, comments, or recommendations, send them to show@getpiped.co.__________Follow Get Piped on Instagram. Follow Producer Guy on Instagram.Check out the Get Piped YouTube for more content.Join the Get Piped community Discord here.Check out the Get Piped merch store.GPP is created by Adam Floyd (Get Piped)GPP is produced by Nick Masella (Producer Guy).

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Abby Pawley started by painting surfboards in Virginia Beach, then said yes to a 50-foot mural festival wall that changed everything. Five years later, her work has shown up in Amazon's main entrance, an IKEA Monet collaboration, local landmarks, and commercial spaces across her community. Abby shares how she left a warehouse job with no perfect plan, followed up until clients answered, handled the panic of large-scale projects, and learned to keep painting through the ugly middle when even she needed to trust the process. She also talks honestly about AI-generated client requests, social media pressure, public rejection, and the kind of persistence that can turn a “no” into the next wall.Abby Pawley is the Virginia Beach artist and muralist behind Pawley Prints, creating colorful murals, coastal-inspired pieces, and large-scale commercial work for brands and local spaces. Based in Virginia Beach, her work carries the influence of her high school art teachers, who encouraged her early on, and the community that helped her grow.Connect with Abby:WebsiteIGTikTokCreative Finds:Zibra 1/8" Detail Brush – our most requested size, launching July 30 at enjoyzibra.com (use code BANTER10 for 10% off)In this episode, we discuss:Why Abby left her warehouse job after her first mural, even without a perfect planHow steady follow-up helped turn an Amazon referral into a real projectWhy referrals still require persistence, clear communication, and self-advocacyWhat changes when your work moves from small surfaces to 50-foot wallsHow artists can get through the ugly middle of a project without spiralingWhy Abby's most effective social media posts are often the simple, honest onesHow sharing rejection can build trust with your audience and help other artists keep goingWelcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We're here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It's a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog

On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV I have o Captain Nate Myers of Catch N Memories for a deep dive into Chesapeake Bay cobia fishing and the unique sight-fishing culture that has developed across the Lower Bay and Virginia Beach region. With more than 15 years of experience chasing cobia from the Outer Banks to the Chesapeake Bay, Nate breaks down what anglers need to know about locating, presenting baits to and landing one of the Mid-Atlantic's most unpredictable gamefish.This Chesapeake Bay fishing report covers a season that started with a strong spring migration but transitioned into a more challenging summer sight bite. At the time of the conversation, Lower Chesapeake Bay water temperatures were running in the upper 70s, while some cobia had already been caught in water close to 60 degrees earlier in the migration. Nate explains why more fish may be holding deeper in the water column, why chumming can remain productive when cobia refuse to surface and how increasing boat traffic, shifting menhaden concentrations, warmer water and offshore structure could be changing traditional migration patterns.We also break down the two primary approaches to Virginia cobia fishing: sight-casting from a tower boat and chumming along cuts, sloughs and depth changes. Nate explains how to locate cobia around stingrays, sea turtles, sharks, buoys, wrecks and the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel, along with the importance of polarized glasses, boat positioning and placing a bait several feet ahead of a moving fish. The tackle discussion includes longer casting rods, Penn Slammer spinning reels, 40-pound braid, 50-pound leaders, circle hooks, live eels, finfish, cobia jigs and soft-plastic swimbaits.July can bring tougher fishing while cobia are focused on spawning, but Nate expects the action to improve as fish begin grouping and feeding more aggressively during August and September. He also shares the story of a rare 47.5-inch piebald cobia that was tagged and released, the challenge of netting big fish under Virginia's no-gaff regulations and how the offshore Virginia wind turbines are developing into habitat for cobia, flounder, sea bass, triggerfish, mahi and other species.website should be up soon and will setup to book trios and order rods: www.catchnmemories.com FB - Catch22 - Catch'n Memories https://www.facebook.com/share/1Ej1bV9ouv/?mibextid=wwXIfrFB - Nate Myers https://www.facebook.com/share/18xB7hU3q8/?mibextid=wwXIfrIG - Catch22 - Catch'n Memories https://www.instagram.com/catch22_catchnmemories?igsh=ZGozczV4em1lbjE1IG - Nate_Catch22 https://www.instagram.com/nate_catch_22?igsh=cXczdzl0c2NudXd5&utm_source=qrTikTok - natecatch22https://www.tiktok.com/@natecatch22?_r=1&_t=ZP-97eiHdGbnwM Please support Fishing the DMV on Patreon: https://patreon.com/FishingtheDMVPodcastIf you are interested in being on the show or a sponsorship opportunity, please reach out to me at fishingtheDMV@gmail.com  LMD Enterprises: http://lmdoil.com/Jake's bait & Tackle Website: http://www.jakesbaitandtackle.com/ Link to Tactical Fishing Company: https://tacticalfishingco.com/ Fishing Pro Tech: https://www.facebook.com/FishingProTech Phone Number: (757) 566-1278Email: lin@fishingprotech.usFishing Pro Tech Address: 7812-A Richmond Road, Toano, VA, United States, 23168   Max4 Fishing: https://bit.ly/4unuiOs Flint Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/43t8h5NFitt Lures: https://bit.ly/4w5lgHt#ChesapeakeBayFishing #CobiaFishing #VirginiaFishing #VirginiaBeachFishing #FishingReport #SightFishing #SaltwaterFishing #CBBTFishing #MidAtlanticFishing #FishingTheDMVSupport the show

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Live from the vendor floor at SpiritFest USA in Virginia Beach, Will and Karen catch an unplanned conversation that turns out to be one of the most useful of the day.Their guest never meant to be on the show, she just wandered in to check out the booths. But somewhere between talking about neuro-spicy sensory overload and a windshield-shattering road story, she lays out the exact difference between the old "prove your powers to me" psychic culture and the mindset actually changing people's lives right now.There's a simple exercise anyone can start tonight to stop ignoring their gut. And a line about belief that might wreck a few worldviews in the room.Grab a coffee, and don't skip the part about the rock.The Skeptic Metaphysicians is a spiritual awakening podcast for open-minded thinkers who refuse to check their critical thinking at the door. Each episode explores consciousness expansion, enlightenment, soul purpose, and soul growth through honest, grounded conversation with leading voices in metaphysics, psychic phenomenon, quantum healing, and beyond. We dive deep into spiritual awakening, ascension, alignment, and the awakening process without the dogma. From mediumship and spirit guides to Arcturian contact, astrology, and the subconscious mind, we explore it all with curiosity, humor, and zero guru worship. Whether you're in the middle of your own awakening, questioning reality, or just spiritually curious, this is the podcast for seekers and skeptics alike.Subscribe, Rate & Review!If you found this episode enlightening, mind-expanding, or even just thought-provoking (see what we did there?), please take a moment to rate and review us. Your feedback helps us bring more transformative guests and topics your way!Connect with Us: 

Virginia gilt als „Geburtsort Amerikas“ und steht damit zum 250. Jahrestag der Unabhängigkeitserklärung der USA besonders im Rampenlicht. Doch in dem Bundesstaat an der Ostküste kann man jederzeit auf eine spannende Zeitreise gehen, schwärmt Maria Greiner: Im historischen Dreieck von Jamestown, Yorktown und Colonial Williamsburg, dem größten Freilichtmuseum der Welt, wird Geschichte lebendig, sagt die Virginia-Expertin im Gespräch mit Meine-Reise-USA-Moderator Holger Jacobs. Die meisten US-Präsidenten, nämlich acht, stammten aus Virginia, die Landsitze von zweien lassen sich erkunden: Mount Vernon von George Washington, der seinen eigenen Whiskey brannte, und Monticello von Thomas Jefferson, der sich wiederum im Weinbau versuchte. Heute gibt es fast 400 Weingüter – beileibe nicht die einzige kulinarische Überraschung: Besucher können in Virginia Beach ihre eigenen Austern ernten, überall gibt es frische Erzeugnisse aus der Region, also „Farm to Table“, zu genießen, oder man speist im einzigen Drei-Sterne-Restaurant der Hauptstadtregion. Bemerkenswert vielfältig ist auch das Outdoor-Angebot – von Wandern und Mountainbiking im Shenandoah National Park und in den Blue Ridge Mountains bis zu Stand-up Paddling und Kajaktouren zu den Delfinen an der Küste. Und mitten in der lebhaften Hauptstadt Richmond mit ihren zahllosen bunten Wandmalereien kann man auf Wildwassertour gehen! Nicht der einzige Geheimtipp von Maria Greiner: Erdnusssuppe probieren, den Funkverkehr eines Großflughafens mithören, die Wiege der Country-Musik besuchen, mit dem Heißluftballon abheben – dies und vieles mehr verrät die Virginia-Kennerin in der jüngsten Folge von Meine Reise USA. Jetzt reinhören!

The Slanted Attic Experience: Episode 65 "William" Waves, Wizards & Settling CatanTyler sits down with William, a Virginia Beach local, lifelong surfer, surfboard shaper, and father of two, for a conversation that moves through creativity, family life, career, and culture with the kind of easy flow you would expect from someone who has spent a lifetime reading waves.They open with William's surfing journey and the craft of shaping surfboards before getting into sizing, design, and what goes into building a board from scratch. The conversation turns to prioritizing hobbies in a busy life, finding things you can do in short spurts, and navigating office politics or the deliberate choice to avoid them altogether. Financial independence, staying active, mobility, stretching, volleyball, and backyard sports all find their way in before Tyler shares his Tommy John surgery story and what rehab looks like when you are not a twenty year old athlete anymore.A social media detour and a well timed pee break lead into the book block. Project Hail Mary gets its moment alongside the Eragon series and its magic system, and Harry Potter sparks a full ranking debate before digital versus physical media and the growing footprint of data centers add some real weight to the conversation. Career pathways, the rising cost of childcare, coaching youth sports, name brand tools, and what you would actually want to build with them keep things moving before the Washington Commanders, the VMI Keydets and NIL money, and the hypothetical of which sport you would compete in professionally if given the chance round out the serious topics. Tabletop gaming and a full Catan conversation close things out before the outro.Guest Panel:William: A Virginia Beach native, husband, and father of two young men who has built a life around the things that genuinely matter. A lifelong surfer and surfboard shaper for over a decade, William also edits surf films and picks up a guitar whenever the opportunity presents itself. An optimist at his core, William finds joy in every chapter of life and brings that energy naturally into every conversation.Topics Covered:IntroWilliam's surfing journey and the craft of shaping surfboardsSizing and shaping of boardsPrioritizing hobbies and finding things you can do in short spurtsOffice politics and the choice to avoid themFinancial independenceStaying active and prioritizing exerciseMobility and stretchingVolleyball and backyard sportsTyler's Tommy John surgery and rehabbing injuries as an adultSocial mediaTexting and a pee breakProject Hail Mary the book and the upcoming filmThe Eragon book series and its magic systemHarry PotterHarry Potter book rankingsDigital versus physical mediaData centersFinding a career pathwayThe rising cost of childcareCoaching youth sports and our favorites and least favoritesName brand tools and building thingsThe Washington CommandersThe VMI Keydets and NIL moneyWhat sport would you want to compete in professionally?Tabletop gaming and CatanOutroNew episodes of The Slanted Attic Experience drop bi-weekly at 10:30 AM EST, with the occasional surprise episode along the way. Find everything Slanted Attic at linktr.ee/slantedattic.

Subscribe to Our Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/VineyardChu...Thank you for your generosity! To support our growth and global impact click here: https://www.vineyardchurch.com/giveVineyard is a church community in Virginia Beach, Virginia. We exist to be a contemporary extension of the Good News of Jesus Christ to our world and to help people find and fulfill God's purpose for their lives.Plan a visit: https://www.vineyardchurch.com/visitFor More:All things Vineyard Church: https://www.vineyardchurch.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/VineyardVAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VineyardVA

The delay is because a public notice for a related meeting listed incorrect acreage. A public hearing will be reheard.

Part 5 of our series, Jesus Revealed: Letters to the Church. Thanks for listening to this message from New Life Church. In this message, Pastor Joel Solomon continues our journey through the seven letters to the churches in Revelation. As Jesus addresses the church in Sardis, we discover His call to awaken from spiritual complacency, strengthen what remains, and live with wholehearted devotion to Him. This message was recorded at New Life Church | Kempsville in Virginia Beach, Virginia.

How often have you asked the Lord for His mercy? Pastor Ranjit Abraham from Christ For India brings a refreshing word about the mercy of God. In a culture that believes in merit and earning what you deserve, God chooses to whom and how much mercy is poured out. But how can you experience God's mercy in your life when it may feel unfair? May your hearts be encouraged to receive the mercy of God through Pastor Ranjit's message. Big House Church is cultivating a community of passionate worshippers who partner with Jesus to create a kingdom culture on earth as it is in heaven. We meet regularly at 9 & 11 AM at The Zeider Theater in Virginia Beach, VA. For more information, go to www.bighousechurch.com.

Send us Fan MailWell met friends! In this episode of the Get Piped Podcast, Adam and Nick discuss which Disney characters would be pipe smokers, and which wouldn'tIn the segments, Adam and Nick compare Peterson pipe shapes in This or That and Adam ranks the most Hell Yeah Brother thingsHelp Get Piped Run to Home Base and support Home Base, a national nonprofit dedicated to healing the invisible wounds of war for Veterans, Service Members, Military Families, and Families of  the Fallen. https://runtohomebase.org/participants/9361Support the showSupport the Get Piped Community by joining the Patreon.Send us a letter to our NEW PO box: PO Box 61263, Virginia Beach, VA 23466Purchase Tales of Fire and Briar: https://a.co/d/fvgzP0vPurchase Battle of the Briar:Blu-Ray: https://getpiped.co/products/battle-of-the-briarorDigital Copy: https://www.patreon.com/GetPiped/shop/battle-of-briar-pipe-smoking-documentary-690160__________Don't forget to subscribe/follow the GPP so you never miss an episode.We want to hear from you! If you have any further questions, comments, or recommendations, send them to show@getpiped.co.__________Follow Get Piped on Instagram. Follow Producer Guy on Instagram.Check out the Get Piped YouTube for more content.Join the Get Piped community Discord here.Check out the Get Piped merch store.GPP is created by Adam Floyd (Get Piped)GPP is produced by Nick Masella (Producer Guy).

BIKE4ALZ raises funds to fight Alzheimer's. Alex Mooney and his WKU bicycling buddies are 2/3s of the way across the USA and about to come through Louisville. They'll have a celebration and fundraising effort at Bearno's Pizza in J-Town on Thursday, July 9 from 5-8.Alex spoke with Terry Meiners about thrills and challenges along the highways and roads stretching across the U.S.They're on pace to finish in Virginia Beach, Virginia on July 26.

Some want more public engagement but proponents say a plan that includes housing will improve the course and generate tax revenue.

Subscribe to Our Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/VineyardChu...Thank you for your generosity! To support our growth and global impact click here: https://www.vineyardchurch.com/giveVineyard is a church community in Virginia Beach, Virginia. We exist to be a contemporary extension of the Good News of Jesus Christ to our world and to help people find and fulfill God's purpose for their lives.Plan a visit: https://www.vineyardchurch.com/visitFor More:All things Vineyard Church: https://www.vineyardchurch.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/VineyardVAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VineyardVA

The Legal Aid Society of Eastern Virginia sued the city last month, saying it failed to make accommodations. Editor's note: This story mentions thoughts of suicide. Please read and listen with discretion.

City Council will consider using open space funds to pick up 1/10th of an acre.

On this episode of The Rumors Are True, Jeremy welcomes Chris Raines for an in-depth conversation about his remarkable journey through some of heavy music's most influential underground bands. Chris reflects on the early days of Spitfire, a pioneering Virginia Beach metalcore band that helped shape the sound of heavy music in the late 1990s and early 2000s. He shares stories from recording albums such as The Dead Next Door, navigating lineup changes, relentless touring, and the band's lasting impact on the hardcore and metal scenes. The conversation also explores Chris's time with Norma Jean, one of the most influential metalcore bands of their generation. Chris discusses stepping into the band during a pivotal era, the creative process behind the music, life on the road, and the challenges of balancing family life with the demands of touring and recording. He offers unique insight into the evolution of the genre and the relationships built throughout years in the underground music community. Chris also dives into the story behind Sunndrug, the project he formed alongside former Spitfire bandmate Jimmy Reeves. Moving beyond the aggressive sounds of his earlier work, Sunndrug allowed Chris to explore new creative territory through atmospheric and emotionally driven songwriting. Together, they discuss the making of Exit Wounds, the band's artistic vision, and what continues to inspire him after decades of making music. This episode is a fascinating look at perseverance, creativity, and the lasting bonds formed through music. Produced by Wesley Hill (@thebigwes) Artwork by Jared Chase Bowser (@jaredchasebowser) Music by Brian Jerin (R.I.P.) Copyright Disclaimer: I do not own the rights to any music used in this podcast episode. All music is the property of its respective copyright owners and is used for commentary, criticism, educational, and promotional purposes only. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us Fan MailWell met friends! In this episode of the Get Piped Podcast, Adam and Nick discuss Adam's surprise journey to the Capitaland Pipe ShowIn the segments, we find out if Adam is Smarter Than a Pipe Smoker and then Adam and Nick choose between book This or Thats.Help Get Piped Run to Home Base and support Home Base, a national nonprofit dedicated to healing the invisible wounds of war for Veterans, Service Members, Military Families, and Families of  the Fallen. https://runtohomebase.org/participants/9361Support the showSupport the Get Piped Community by joining the Patreon.Send us a letter to our NEW PO box: PO Box 61263, Virginia Beach, VA 23466Purchase Tales of Fire and Briar: https://a.co/d/fvgzP0vPurchase Battle of the Briar:Blu-Ray: https://getpiped.co/products/battle-of-the-briarorDigital Copy: https://www.patreon.com/GetPiped/shop/battle-of-briar-pipe-smoking-documentary-690160__________Don't forget to subscribe/follow the GPP so you never miss an episode.We want to hear from you! If you have any further questions, comments, or recommendations, send them to show@getpiped.co.__________Follow Get Piped on Instagram. Follow Producer Guy on Instagram.Check out the Get Piped YouTube for more content.Join the Get Piped community Discord here.Check out the Get Piped merch store.GPP is created by Adam Floyd (Get Piped)GPP is produced by Nick Masella (Producer Guy).

For the first of two tales from Dan, we head south. In the middle of Mexico City sits a massive abandoned hotel that was supposed to become the most luxurious destination in Latin America. Instead, it became the site of an infamous suicide, decades of dark rumors, and a mysterious shrine built for the spirit of a little girl. Then, we'll head to Chesapeake and Virginia Beach where locals have whispered about a stretch of road known for deadly accidents, unsolved murders, ghostly apparitions, and screams heard in the darkness near Stumpy Lake. Is the road haunted by the spirits of some of  those who've died there? The third story this week is about a young girl who is tortured by the laughing, floating head in her closet. Finally, the legend of Charlie Silver is told with a modern encounter!  LAST EVER Wet Hot Bad Magic Summer Camp 2026: Have you heard?! We have some amazing friends joining us at camp! Astonishing Legends and True Crime Campfire will both be bringing their shows to the live stage this summer! If you want to see them and us, get your tickets at badmagicproductions.com  Do you want to get all of our episodes a WEEK early, ad free? Want to help us support amazing charities? Join us on Patreon! Want to be a Patron? Get episodes AD-FREE, listen and watch before they are released to anyone else, bonus episodes, a 20% merch discount, additional content, and more! Learn more by visiting: https://www.patreon.com/scaredtodeathpodcast. Send stories to mystory@scaredtodeathpodcast.com Send everything else to info@scaredtodeathpodcast.com Please rate, review, and subscribe anywhere you listen. Thank you for listening! Follow the show on social media: @scaredtodeathpodcast on Facebook and IG and TT Website: https://www.badmagicproductions.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scaredtodeathpodcast Instagram: https://bit.ly/2miPLf5 Mailing Address: Scared to Death PO Box 3891 Coeur d'Alene, ID 83816 Opening Sumerian protection spell (adapted): "Whether thou art a ghost that hath come from the earth, or a phantom of night that hath no home… or one that lieth dead in the desert… or a ghost unburied… or a demon or a ghoul… Whatever thou be until thou art removed… thou shalt find here no water to drink… Thou shalt not stretch forth thy hand to our own… Into our house enter thou not. Through our fence, breakthrough thou not… we are protected though we may be frightened. Our life you may not steal, though we may feel SCARED TO DEATH." Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scared to Death ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week's episode of Change Agents, Andy Stumpf travels to the headquarters of GBRS Group in Virginia Beach to sit down with co-founder DJ Shipley. He spent 17 in years in the SEAL teams where he served at SEAL Team 10 and Naval Special Warfare Development Group before medically retiring in 2019 due to injuries sustained in combat and training. Change Agents is an IRONCLAD Original. Chapters (00:00:41) The Mental Health Void in the SEAL Community (00:02:25) Feeling Alone on the Island (00:05:16) Ibogaine Therapy in Mexico (00:08:15) Missing the Tribe (00:11:11) The Electrocution (00:13:04) Building GBRS Group From Nothing (00:16:11) The Cost of Having No Balance (00:19:21) Would You Do It All Over Again (00:24:47) Tour of GBRS Group HQ (00:30:04) What Would You Have Changed (00:38:49) Supporting Gold Star Families (00:42:14) The Physical Toll (00:54:56) Recovery Room Tour (01:00:20) What Would You Do If You Lost It All (01:05:20) The Most Effective Way to Talk About Mental Health (01:11:40) The Veteran Suicide Epidemic - Is It Fixable? (01:19:37) Closing Thoughts & Where to Find DJ Sponsors: Firecracker Farm Use code IRONCLAD to get 15% off your first order at https://firecracker.farm/ Norwood Sawmills: Learn more about Norwood Sawmills and how you can start milling your own lumber at: https://norwoodsawmills.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=ironclad&utm_campaign=ironclad Kubota Tractor Corporation: https://www.youtube.com/user/Kubotatractorcorp Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/change-agents-with-andy-stumpf/id1677415740 Subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3SKmtN55V2AGbzHDo34DHI?si=5aefbba9abc844ed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Donald Trump is asked about the over $1 billion he earned from cryptocurrency, according to a new financial disclosure; President travels to North Dakota for the opening of a new Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library, part of the celebration of America's 250th anniversary; another self-described Democratic Socialist Congressional candidate defeats a Democratic incumbent, this time in Colorado; Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh at a central bankers meeting in Portugal does not say whether the Fed will change interest rates at a meeting later this month, but does say inflation is still too high; Vice President JD Vance speaks to troops at Naval Air Station Oceana in Virginia Beach about the post-war talks with Iran, saying the President is 'negotiating from a position of strength because of you'; Justice Department announces eight alleged members of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua are charged with murder and kidnapping in Texas and Illinois; National Air & Space Museum in Washington, DC marks its 50th anniversary with a rededication ceremony and the opening of new exhibits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Subscribe to Our Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/VineyardChu...Thank you for your generosity! To support our growth and global impact click here: https://www.vineyardchurch.com/giveVineyard is a church community in Virginia Beach, Virginia. We exist to be a contemporary extension of the Good News of Jesus Christ to our world and to help people find and fulfill God's purpose for their lives.Plan a visit: https://www.vineyardchurch.com/visitFor More:All things Vineyard Church: https://www.vineyardchurch.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/VineyardVAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VineyardVA

Tonight on The Arrington Gavin Show, we're joined by Chris Taylor, former Virginia Beach City Councilman for District 8 and former Virginia Beach mayoral candidate, as he discusses his decision to return to the race for the City Council seat he once held.Why is now the right time for a comeback? What lessons did he learn from his citywide mayoral campaign? And what is his vision for tackling the issues that matter most to Virginia Beach residents, including public safety, economic development, flooding, housing affordability, infrastructure, and responsible growth?Join us for a fair, honest, and in-depth conversation as we explore Chris Taylor's plans for District 8 and the future of Virginia Beach. Whether you're a supporter, a skeptic, or an undecided voter, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.

Hawkins Guitar is a luthier school where students gather to learn while they create instruments.

Not the best audio. I recorded this in the lifeguard stand at Virginia Beach at 1am. Lotsa wind. Had to do something though. Hope you enjoy it.

Part 3 of our series, Jesus Revealed: Letters to the Church. Thanks for listening to this message from New Life Church. In this message, Pastor Joel Solomon continues our journey through the seven letters to the churches in Revelation. As Jesus addresses the church in Pergamum, we discover His call to stand firm in truth and remain faithful without compromising our devotion to Him. This message was recorded at New Life Church | Kempsville in Virginia Beach, Virginia.

Pastor Ian Thornton continues our summer in Nehemiah with a fresh, spontaneous word from the Lord. Gleaning from Nehemiah chapters 6 and 7, he highlights that the tactics Nehemiah's enemies used to draw Nehemiah away from building the wall are the same tactics that the enemy is using today to draw us away from pursuing our callings in the Lord. Nehemiah's response to his opposition was always prayer and obedience to God, and that terrified his enemies. May we be encouraged to walk in the same spirit of prayer and obedience unto the Lord. Big House Church is cultivating a community of passionate worshippers who partner with Jesus to create a kingdom culture on earth as it is in heaven. We meet regularly at 9 & 11 AM at The Zeider Theater in Virginia Beach, VA. For more information, go to www.bighousechurch.com.

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Send us Fan MailCALLING UPON THE PIPE COMMUNITY! THE BEACONS ARE LIT. WHO WILL ANSWER??? ---> Help Get Piped Run to Home Base and support a national nonprofit dedicated to healing the invisible wounds of war for Veterans, Service Members, Military Families, and Families of  the Fallen.  https://runtohomebase.org/participants/9361Well met friends! In this episode of the Get Piped Podcast, Adam tells the story of sharing his favorite hobby ever with a non-pipe smoking friend. Together, they share a couple glasses of whiskey and pipe tobacco and reflect on their passions.In the segments, Adam covers Tin Art a la carte on Cornell and Diehl's Small Batch Midnight Orchard and then hits two Ask Adam Anything questions about free time and the future of pipe smoking,...Support the showSupport the Get Piped Community by joining the Patreon.Send us a letter to our NEW PO box: PO Box 61263, Virginia Beach, VA 23466Purchase Tales of Fire and Briar: https://a.co/d/fvgzP0vPurchase Battle of the Briar:Blu-Ray: https://getpiped.co/products/battle-of-the-briarorDigital Copy: https://www.patreon.com/GetPiped/shop/battle-of-briar-pipe-smoking-documentary-690160__________Don't forget to subscribe/follow the GPP so you never miss an episode.We want to hear from you! If you have any further questions, comments, or recommendations, send them to show@getpiped.co.__________Follow Get Piped on Instagram. Follow Producer Guy on Instagram.Check out the Get Piped YouTube for more content.Join the Get Piped community Discord here.Check out the Get Piped merch store.GPP is created by Adam Floyd (Get Piped)GPP is produced by Nick Masella (Producer Guy).

Send us Fan MailToday on The Quivercast, we sit down with Captain MJ Hessert, a military officer, physician, adventurer, and passionate surfer. MJ first discovered surfing while stationed in Virginia Beach and quickly fell in love with the sport. Since then, she has become an active competitor and military women's surfing champion. Beyond the waves, MJ has built an impressive career practicing emergency and aerospace medicine while contributing numerous health-related articles and publications.MJ's passion for exploration extends far beyond surfing. She has traveled to every continent except Australia, including an unforgettable journey to Antarctica. Whether she's serving her country, caring for patients, chasing waves, or seeking out new adventures around the globe, MJ approaches life with energy, curiosity, and enthusiasm. This conversation is a fun look at a remarkable woman who continues to push boundaries, embrace challenges, and make the most of every opportunity.Support the showBUY THE ENDLESS SUMMER BOX SET HERE!If you like the QuiverCast here are some ways to help us keep going!I always like Coffee!Buy me a Coffee!Find Us:Website: thequivercast.comInstagram: @quiver_castFacebook: The QuiverCastSound Editing by: The Steele Collective

A cracked rib that punctures a liver. A pro-era contest scene where the most technical skating didn't always win. A Virginia Beach style that still shows up every time the board hits smooth concrete. We're sitting down with legendary East Coast skateboarder Julian Etheridge, and the stories go way deeper than a trick list.We talk about where Julian comes from, how he started skating back in 1988, and what it was like growing up in the mini ramp and vert-heavy days before today's million-dollar skateparks. From first shop sponsors to traveling footage, we connect the dots between Virginia Beach, Florida trips, and eventually landing in Jacksonville. If you care about skateboarding history, East Coast skate culture, and how local scenes actually get built, you'll feel right at home here.Then we get into the big questions: how competition skateboarding evolved from old-school course runs to modern SLS and park formats, why judging is always subjective, and why the current generation is doing “Tony Hawk Pro Skater” lines in real life. We also keep it real about injuries, aging, and what it takes to stay in skating when recovery becomes part of the routine. And yes, we still make time for our “Is It a Sport” game and a completely unnecessary debate about Taco Town food trucks.If you enjoyed the conversation, subscribe, share it with your skate crew, and leave a review so more skaters can find it. What's the gnarliest slam you've seen someone come back from?

How different can the church be and still be one? In this conversation, John Mark and Dr. Sittser discuss the development of Christianity in the East, highlighting its cultural diversity, historical divisions and what we can learn today despite the differences that marked that time.This podcast and its episodes are paid for by The Circle, our community of monthly givers. Special thanks for this episode goes to: Allison from Grandville, Michigan; Savannah from San Clemente, California; Leah from Appleton, Wisconsin; Ruby from Virginia Beach, Virginia; and Hoyt from Quincy, Massachusetts. Thank you all very much.If you'd like to pay it forward and contribute toward future resources, you can learn more at practicingtheway.org/give.

In this special Surf Park Summit session, the team behind Atlantic Park Surf pulls back the curtain on one of the most ambitious surf park developments ever attempted. Located in the heart of Virginia Beach and backed by local developers alongside Virginia Beach-born music icon Pharrell Williams, Atlantic Park is a mixed-use destination that combines surfing, hospitality, residential real estate, retail, entertainment, and public gathering spaces into a single vision for the future of urban placemaking.ModeratorEmily Drake, Kimley-HornPanelistsMike Culpepper, Managing Partner, Venture Realty GroupBruce Greenfield, Partner, AOMark Erdly, Studio Director, GenslerAlec Yuzhbabenko, Design Principal, HanburyDavid Dallman, Vice President, Kimley-Horn

Part 2 of our series, Jesus Revealed: Letters to the Church. Thanks for listening to this message from New Life Church. In this message, Pastor Joel Solomon continues our journey through the seven letters to the churches in Revelation. As Jesus addresses the church in Smyrna, we discover His call to remain faithful in the midst of suffering, persecution, and hardship. This message was recorded at New Life Church | Kempsville in Virginia Beach, VA.

Guest Speaker Pastor Steve Morgan continued our sermon series, Nehemiah: A Dwelling for Your Name. Looking at Nehemiah 5–6, he highlighted the dangers of neglecting healthy relationships while building God's house and the importance of staying focused amid distraction and opposition. He reminded us that how we treat one another while we build is just as important as the building itself. Big House Church is cultivating a community of passionate worshippers who partner with Jesus to create a kingdom culture on earth as it is in heaven. We meet regularly at 9 & 11 AM at The Zeider Theater in Virginia Beach, VA. For more information, go to www.bighousechurch.com.

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT - I am ecstatic to introduce my new co-host Cole Ordiway, a fellow realtor and great buddy of mine. Cole brings a rare mix to the show: a coach's instinct for asking the questions you didn't know you needed answered, and a fresh, faith-driven perspective that pushes every conversation deeper (plus a few Christian dad jokes of his own). I'm so excited to welcome Cole to the show; he'll make it sharper, more practical, and a whole lot more fun for every agent trying to grow a business without losing their faith, family, or peace.--------------Most agents think being "always on" is the price of success, but what if that is the very thing holding them back? Garrett and Cole welcome Shae Spitz on this episode of The Faithful Agent podcast. Shae has sold more than $95 million in real estate and helped over 360 families buy and sell homes across eight years in the business — all while raising three kids and staying present in her marriage. But she opens this episode not with a production number; she opens with a story about her eXp sponsor Brent Gove calling her out of the blue, in the middle of a hardware store, just to ask how she was doing and to pray over her.That moment sets the tone for an honest, unguarded conversation about what Christian real estate agents are really chasing. As Shae puts it, once you start making money you realize the money was never the point — what you're actually chasing is peace, and a deeper relationship with God.Garrett, Cole, and Shae also dig into the tension every faith-based realtor knows: how do you build a thriving, referral-based real estate business without losing your faith, family, or peace? Shae shares the marriage rhythms that saved her relationship — a weekly Wednesday planning lunch and a Sunday "State of the Union" check-in that came out of couples counseling — plus the hard-won boundaries that taught her clients to respect her time, including not working Sundays and letting go of the client who demanded 11pm phone calls.You'll also hear a genuinely useful breakdown of Shae's "set it and forget it" referral systems, an honest open-house debate between three top producers, and why being intentional with your time is one of the most biblical business principles an agent can practice. Garrett even shares the experiment that proved most of the busywork agents cling to doesn't matter at all.Whether you're a Christian entrepreneur, a faith-based realtor in Hampton Roads, Virginia Beach, or Richmond VA, or simply an agent tired of being "always on," this episode is a reminder that the way you make people feel will always outlast the way you closed the deal.New episodes of The Faithful Agent release every Thursday to help you build success that actually lasts — to the glory of God, at work and at home.Key TakeawaysA single phone call can change someone's life. Shae's most impactful recent moment wasn't a closing — it was her sponsor Brent Gove stopping to pray over her in the middle of a hardware store. Faithful agents can replicate that kind of impact simply by reaching out and asking, "How can I pray for you?"Being present beats being home. Shae's husband didn't need her to be home more — he needed her mentally and emotionally present when she was there. Naming what you actually need, instead of criticizing what your spouse is doing wrong, changes the entire conversation.Build marriage rhythms into the calendar. A weekly Wednesday lunch to plan the week and a Sunday "State of the Union" check-in (both recommended in couples counseling) keep small frustrations from quietly turning into big ones.Boundaries earn respect, not resentment. When Shae stopped working Sundays and after-hours, clients respected her more — and the ones who didn't (like the seller demanding 11pm and 4am calls) weren't the clients she wanted anyway.Abundance is what protects your boundaries. You can only say no to bad-fit clients when you have enough business that no single deal controls you. Strong, consistent lead generation is what actually makes freedom possible."Set it and forget it" referral systems compound. Shae runs two low-cost, automated systems — a follow-up plan that mails postcards and newsletters for five years, and a year-long card drip that ends with delivered brownies and a QR code prompting a Google review. The payoff: 76% repeat-and-referral business with very little daily effort.Question the busywork. Garrett's challenge: most of us do things we've convinced ourselves matter. He once quietly cancelled a 30-person book club to test it — and no one said a word. What in your business could you simply stop doing?Do open houses with intention, or not at all. Open houses procure only about 1–3% of buyers, but they can still serve as a value-add to sellers, a way to re-engage a stale listing, and a source of new listing leads — when they're done deliberately rather than out of habit.The money was never the point. Once you start earning, you realize you were chasing peace and a relationship with God all along. How you make people feel will always outlast how fast or how high you sold.Connect with Shae: https://linktr.ee/shaejspitzConnect with Me!Need help in your business? I'm here to help! Shoot me a quick text and we'll figure out the next step in winning at work without losing at life. 

What if healing didn't require a diagnosis, a pill, or even leaving your house? Will and Karen sit down with Terri Bowden, Guardian of the Virginia Beach Harmonic Egg, during Day 2 of SpiritFest USA, and the conversation quickly goes somewhere unexpected.The Harmonic Egg is a wooden, egg-shaped chamber that uses precisely calibrated light and sound frequencies to work on the body from the inside out. But here's what most people don't know: your session doesn't end when you step out. The egg continues working on you for five full days, whether you're across town or across the ocean.Clients in Kuwait, Italy, and Australia have felt the energy arrive remotely. Karen shares her own remarkable story of coming in post-COVID and leaving with a 104-degree fever she could barely feel, only to wake up the next morning feeling completely transformed. Terri walks Will and Karen through the range of conditions the egg has helped address, from PTSD and anxiety to cancer and chronic pain, often treating multiple issues within a single 50-minute session.And it's not just for people. Remote animal sessions using photographs have helped dogs with cysts, cats with grief, and pets with anxiety.Hunter, we're looking at you.Then the conversation takes a turn into something even more surprising: each egg has its own name and its own consciousness. Terri shares the story of how Anna, the Virginia Beach egg, revealed her identity through a client who had no prior knowledge of her nickname. It's the kind of moment that makes you rethink what "alive" actually means.If you've been curious about the Harmonic Egg, this is your introduction. If you've already experienced it, you already know.Connect with Terri and the Virginia Beach Harmonic Egg:Website: vbharmonicegg.com TIMESTAMPS (approximate)00:00 - Welcome from SpiritFest USA, Day 200:45 - What is the Harmonic Egg?01:45 - Karen's post-COVID experience and the 104-degree fever03:00 - The egg keeps working for five days. and can work remotely03:45 - What conditions does the egg help with?04:15 - Animal healing. cysts, anxiety, grief, and more07:00 - It's not claustrophobic. and children are welcome08:00 - Every egg has a name and consciousness. Meet Anna11:00 - What to expect during a session12:00 - How to book in person or remotelyThe Skeptic Metaphysicians is a spiritual awakening podcast for open-minded thinkers who refuse to check their critical thinking at the door. Each episode explores consciousness expansion, enlightenment, soul purpose, and soul growth through honest, grounded conversation with leading voices in metaphysics, psychic phenomenon, quantum healing, and beyond. We dive deep into spiritual awakening, ascension, alignment, and the awakening process without the dogma. From mediumship and spirit guides to Arcturian contact, astrology, and the subconscious mind, we explore it all with curiosity, humor, and zero guru worship. Whether you're in the middle of your own awakening, questioning reality, or just spiritually curious, this is the podcast for seekers and skeptics alike.Subscribe, Rate & Review!If you found this episode enlightening, mind-expanding, or even just thought-provoking (see what we did there?), please take a moment to rate and review us. Your feedback helps us bring more transformative guests and topics your way!Connect with Us: 

Matthew spent six years in the Navy as a Search and Rescue swimmer. Then fifteen years as a cop — Virginia Beach, then undercover narcotics in New Hampshire during the opioid epidemic. He worked under a different name for years. He wrote a book, The Journey to Midnight, about the night he planned to kill himself. Now he talks to cops and veterans about it. This one covers why suicide is so high in law enforcement and the military. Trauma stacks up and you never get the time to process it. The "unfit for duty" label that ends careers, so nobody asks for help. A fatal wreck on Route 101. A man who shot himself three feet away. A two-and-a-half-year-old, a blind cord, and thirty seconds in a car that Matt still hasn't let go of. His chief checked on him one day, then went home and killed himself two hours later. What he did with that is most of this conversation. The Journey to Midnight: https://a.co/d/03SCujlF Join the Cleared Hot Newsletter here:  https://www.clearedhotpodcast.com Today's Sponsors:  Montana Knife Company:  https:www.montanaknifecompany.com Betterhelp:  https://www.betterhelp.com/clearedhot

A candlemaker guards one dying flame through the night while ravenous things in the dark demand the soul of a frozen stranger. An old woman stares through a second-floor window with no ledge to stand on, and the shadow man behind her inches closer with every passing night. And a small-town officer commits a man to a psychiatric hold for claiming a five-year-old suicide was really a murder — until the same vision starts playing out in front of his own eyes.FEATURED STORIES IN THIS EPISODE: I have three stories in this episode for you! Andrew Pendragon pens the tale, “Candles” to start things off. Weirdo Family member Randy Hogan shares a fictional tale called “Old Woman in the Window”. And then our final story is from S.F. Barkley called “I'm a Cop And I Institutionalized Someone I Knew Wasn't Crazy”.CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Show Open00:01:10.223 = Chandler's Candles00:19:35.808 = The Old Woman in the Window00:24:35.615 = I'm A Cop And I Institutionalized Someone I Knew Wasn't Crazy, Part 1 ***01:03:09.029 = I'm A Cop And I Institutionalized Someone I Knew Wasn't Crazy, Part 2 ***01:29:19.732 = Show Close*** = Begins immediately after inserted ad breakLISTEN ON PODCAST APPS: Look for this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music, Pandora, TuneIn Radio, and other podcast apps. Get a list of free listening apps here: https://weirddarkness.com/wdapps*No AI Voices Are Used In The Narration Of This Podcast*SOURCES and RESOURCES:“I'm a Cop And I Institutionalized Someone I Knew Wasn't Crazy” by S.F. Barkley: https://sfbarkley.com/,https://www.reddit.com/user/Barkles52/“Candles” by Andrew Pendragon: https://www.creepypasta.com/candles/“The Old Woman in the Window” by Weird family member, Randy Hogan(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2026, Weird Darkness.Originally aired: September 10, 2020Weird Darkness gathers three works of horror fiction for Creepypasta Thursday, moving from a candlemaker's nightly bargain with the dark, to a watcher at an upstairs window, to a small-town murder reopened by a vision no evidence could explain.It opens with a candlemaker in the small town of Clovetown, the last practitioner of an inherited art he calls Chandler's candles, passed to him from his father and grandmother and kept alive mostly through monthly orders from the Catholic church down the road. His after-hours visitors come only once, telling him sad stories before they go, and on a freezing Tuesday a muddy, shivering man named Basim arrives — a wanderer whose family left Israel before settling in a Midwestern state he refuses to name. The candlemaker warms Basim with tea, tends a bruise left when local children pelted him with a rock, and sends him off with a vanilla-scented sculpted candle and a box of matches. That night the shop window shatters under another volley of stones, and Basim is found frozen to death on a bench outside. As the power fails and darkness floods the shop, ravenous shadow-creatures his family has sheltered against for centuries surround him and demand Basim's marked soul, and he survives the night only by shielding the dying flame of that single candle with his own body until dawn.From there the episode turns to a teenage boy who finds an old woman staring through his second-floor bedroom window, her face blank and dead, though no ledge or balcony exists for anyone to stand on. She returns each night after 10:30 for eight months, and the pattern eventually breaks — she appears in the living room window in daylight, then inside the house, and finally seated beside him with the same lifeless expression. A second figure joins her, a shadow man with masculine features who edges closer with each appearance, and his presence twists the old woman's blank stare into one of horror and terror. By the end, both stand within inches of the boy, and he does not know whether he will live to see another night.The episode closes with Sean Barkley, a Crisis Intervention Team officer working the night shift in rural Pennsylvania, dispatched on a freezing-rain night to a farmhouse where a man named Kevin claims to have witnessed a murder. Kevin's sister, Melissa Watson, died in that house five years earlier in a death ruled a suicide, but he now sees a recurring vision in the upstairs bedroom — Melissa pleading for her life as her husband Andrew fires a gun — and Barkley glimpses the same muzzle flash in the window. Rather than let Kevin hunt Andrew down, Barkley commits him on an involuntary hold and quietly reopens the case with fellow officer Tim, uncovering an autopsy that recorded old bruises and a broken rib never investigated, a handgun bullet buried in the mattress, and a shotgun shell hidden in an air duct. The trail leads to Virginia Beach, where a search warrant turns up Melissa's missing .380 and a destroyed external hard drive holding child exploitation material, some of it filmed in the basement of the farmhouse. Andrew is arrested and then released on bail before he is found dead in a motel room, an apparent suicide with a note only Barkley can see, and a final vision of Melissa's spirit reveals that she had drawn the investigation toward exposing her husband so that she could claim her own revenge.