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Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Warmth Amidst the Snow: A Coffee Time Revelations Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2026-02-26-08-38-20-nl Story Transcript:Nl: In de koude straten van Amsterdam dwarrelde sneeuw naar beneden.En: In the cold streets of Amsterdam, snow drifted down.Nl: De geur van vers gebrande koffie vulde de lucht.En: The scent of freshly roasted coffee filled the air.Nl: In een knusse koffiebranderij aan de Prinsengracht zat Bram aan een klein tafeltje bij het raam.En: In a cozy coffee roastery on the Prinsengracht, Bram sat at a small table by the window.Nl: Het was zijn favoriete plek.En: It was his favorite spot.Nl: Hier ontmoette hij vaak Liselotte voor hun wekelijkse koffiepauze.En: Here, he often met Liselotte for their weekly coffee break.Nl: Bram had net nieuws ontvangen dat zijn wereld op zijn kop zette.En: Bram had just received news that turned his world upside down.Nl: Hij staarde naar de dampende cappuccino voor hem, zich afvragend hoe hij verder moest.En: He stared at the steaming cappuccino in front of him, wondering how to proceed.Nl: Toen kwam Liselotte binnen.En: Then Liselotte came in.Nl: Ze bracht een warme energie met zich mee, als een zonnestraal op een sombere dag.En: She brought a warm energy with her, like a ray of sunshine on a gloomy day.Nl: "Bram!"En: "Bram!"Nl: riep ze opgewekt, haar ogen stralend.En: she called cheerfully, her eyes shining.Nl: "Hoe gaat het met je?"En: "How are you?"Nl: Bram glimlachte zwakjes.En: Bram smiled faintly.Nl: "Het gaat," antwoordde hij.En: "It's okay," he replied.Nl: Maar Liselotte kende Bram goed genoeg om te merken dat er iets meer aan de hand was.En: But Liselotte knew Bram well enough to notice that something more was going on.Nl: Ze keek naar hem, haar hoofd een beetje schuin.En: She looked at him, her head tilted slightly.Nl: "Wil je erover praten?"En: "Do you want to talk about it?"Nl: vroeg ze zachtjes.En: she asked softly.Nl: Bram zuchtte.En: Bram sighed.Nl: Hij nam een slok van zijn koffie, keek uit het raam naar de sneeuw die zachtjes viel.En: He took a sip of his coffee, looking out the window at the gently falling snow.Nl: "Ik heb net iets van de dokter gehoord," begon hij aarzelend.En: "I just heard something from the doctor," he began hesitantly.Nl: "Het is...En: "It's...Nl: zorgwekkend."En: concerning."Nl: Liselotte boog voorover, haar gezicht bezorgd.En: Liselotte leaned forward, her face worried.Nl: "Wat is er gebeurd?"En: "What happened?"Nl: Met een diepe ademhaling deelde Bram zijn diagnose.En: With a deep breath, Bram shared his diagnosis.Nl: "Het is een gezondheidsprobleem.En: "It's a health issue.Nl: Het kan mijn leven veranderen," zei hij, snellend naar woorden.En: It could change my life," he said, searching for words.Nl: "Ik weet niet hoe ik ermee om moet gaan."En: "I don't know how to deal with it."Nl: Liselotte reikte haar hand uit en kneep bemoedigend in de zijne.En: Liselotte reached out her hand and gave his a reassuring squeeze.Nl: "Je bent niet alleen, Bram.En: "You're not alone, Bram.Nl: We pakken dit samen aan," verzekerde ze hem.En: We're going to tackle this together," she assured him.Nl: "Misschien is het tijd om wat veranderingen aan te brengen.En: "Maybe it's time to make some changes.Nl: Kleine stappen, weet je.En: Small steps, you know.Nl: Je gezondheid verbeteren, positief blijven."En: Improving your health, staying positive."Nl: Bram voelde een golf van opluchting.En: Bram felt a wave of relief.Nl: Zijn zorgen waren er nog steeds, maar het voelde lichter met Liselotte naast zich.En: His worries were still there, but they felt lighter with Liselotte by his side.Nl: "Dank je," zei hij zacht.En: "Thank you," he said softly.Nl: "Ik was bang om te veel te delen."En: "I was afraid to share too much."Nl: Liselotte glimlachte.En: Liselotte smiled.Nl: "Niemand hoeft dit alleen te doen.En: "No one should have to do this alone.Nl: Kom, laten we een plan maken.En: Come on, let's make a plan.Nl: En voor nu... laten we genieten van deze heerlijke koffie."En: And for now... let's enjoy this wonderful coffee."Nl: Bram knikte, terwijl de zenuwen die eerder aanwezig waren langzaam plaats maakten voor een gevoel van vastberadenheid.En: Bram nodded, as the nerves that were present earlier slowly gave way to a sense of determination.Nl: Hij keek om zich heen naar de gezelligheid van de roastery, luisterend naar het warme geroezemoes en het zachte gesis van de espressomachines.En: He looked around at the coziness of the roastery, listening to the warm buzz and the soft hiss of the espresso machines.Nl: Een toekomst gevuld met onzekerheden, maar ook met hoop en vriendschap.En: A future filled with uncertainties, but also with hope and friendship.Nl: Hij wist nu dat hij het aankon.En: He knew now he could handle it.Nl: Met Liselotte aan zijn zijde voelde hij zich sterker.En: With Liselotte by his side, he felt stronger.Nl: Hij nam nog een slok van zijn cappuccino, genietend van de smaak en het gezelschap.En: He took another sip of his cappuccino, savoring the taste and the company.Nl: Het begin van een nieuwe weg, met stapjes die hij niet alleen hoefde te zetten.En: The beginning of a new path, with steps he didn't have to take alone.Nl: De wereld buiten was nog steeds koud en wit, maar binnen was er alleen warmte en steun.En: The world outside was still cold and white, but inside there was only warmth and support. Vocabulary Words:drifted: dwarreldecozy: knusseroastery: koffiebranderijupside down: op zijn kopsteaming: dampendewondering: zich afvragendgloomy: somberecheerfully: opgewektfaintly: zwakjesnotice: merkenhesitantly: aarzelendconcerning: zorgwekkendworried: bezorgdsqueeze: knijpenreassuring: bemoedigendtackle: aanpakkenrelief: opluchtingafraid: bangdetermination: vastberadenheiduncertainties: onzekerhedenfriendship: vriendschapsavoring: genietend vanpath: wegbuzz: geroezemoessupport: steunwarmth: warmtegently: zachtjesbreath: ademhalingimproving: verbeterenplan: plan

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Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Stormy Revelations: Finding Home in Friendship's Warmth Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-02-25-23-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Det var en stille vinterdag, og snøen dalte varsomt fra himmelen.En: It was a quiet winter day, and snow gently fell from the sky.No: Lars sto utenfor en liten hytte i fjellene ved Sognefjorden.En: Lars stood outside a small cabin in the mountains by the Sognefjorden.No: Det var lenge siden han hadde vært hjemme, og han følte sommerfugler i magen.En: It had been a long time since he had been home, and he felt butterflies in his stomach.No: Skogens høye grantrær var dekket av snø, og foran hytten lå den frosne fjorden, rolig og uberørt.En: The forest's tall spruce trees were covered in snow, and in front of the cabin lay the frozen fjord, calm and untouched.No: Innenfor hyttens lune vegger, kastet peisen et varmt lys som danset over treverket.En: Within the cabin's cozy walls, the fireplace cast a warm light that danced over the wood.No: Der inne satt Sigrid, Lars' barndomsvenn.En: There sat Sigrid, Lars' childhood friend.No: Hun hadde holdt hytta i stand for ham, alltid klar for hans tilbakekomst.En: She had kept the cabin in order for him, always ready for his return.No: Da han trådte innenfor, møtte hun ham med et stort smil og en varm klem.En: When he stepped inside, she greeted him with a big smile and a warm hug.No: "Velkommen hjem, Lars," sa hun mykt.En: "Welcome home, Lars," she said softly.No: Lars kjente seg litt nervøs, men glad for det vennlige velkomnet.En: Lars felt a bit nervous but glad for the friendly welcome.No: Dagene som fulgte var fylt med samtaler og stille refleksjon.En: The days that followed were filled with conversations and quiet reflection.No: Lars var fortsatt reservert, men Sigrid kjente ham godt nok til å lese ansiktet hans.En: Lars was still reserved, but Sigrid knew him well enough to read his face.No: De pratet om gamle dager, om sommerferier og lange vinternetter.En: They talked about the old days, about summer vacations and long winter nights.No: Likevel hang det en skygge over Lars.En: Yet, a shadow hung over Lars.No: En kveld blåste en kraftig snøstorm opp.En: One evening, a strong snowstorm blew up.No: Vinden skrek utenfor, og snøen la seg tungt mot vinduene.En: The wind screamed outside, and the snow settled heavily against the windows.No: I ly for stormen, satt de nær ildstedet med varme ulltepper rundt seg.En: Sheltered from the storm, they sat near the fireplace with warm wool blankets around them.No: Det var da Lars bestemte seg.En: It was then that Lars decided.No: Han måtte åpne seg.En: He needed to open up.No: "Sigrid," begynte han nølende, "jeg vil fortelle deg hvorfor jeg dro.En: "Sigrid," he began hesitantly, "I want to tell you why I left."No: " Sigrid lyttet stille, medfølende.En: Sigrid listened quietly, compassionately.No: Lars fortalte om usikkerheten, ønsket om å finne mening et annet sted, og frykten som hadde fulgt ham selv når han var borte.En: Lars spoke about the uncertainty, the desire to find meaning elsewhere, and the fear that had followed him even when he was away.No: Da Lars var ferdig, tok Sigrid hendene hans.En: When Lars had finished, Sigrid took his hands.No: "Lars, du har alltid en plass her.En: "Lars, you always have a place here.No: Venner forlater ikke hverandre," sa hun.En: Friends don't leave each other," she said.No: Ordene hennes ga Lars en følelse av lettelse.En: Her words gave Lars a feeling of relief.No: Han innså at han ikke lenger trengte å bære tyngden alene.En: He realized that he no longer needed to carry the burden alone.No: Utenfor raste snøstormen videre, men innenfor var det ro.En: Outside, the snowstorm raged on, but inside there was calm.No: Sigrid hentet hjemmelaget suppe fra gryten over ilden.En: Sigrid fetched homemade soup from the pot over the fire.No: De spiste sammen, latet som om stormen var en fjern melodi i bakgrunnen.En: They ate together, pretending the storm was a distant melody in the background.No: Sammen planla de å gjenoppbygge vennskapet, begynne på nytt fra der de slapp.En: Together, they planned to rebuild their friendship, to start anew from where they had left off.No: Når stormen roet seg, kjente Lars en ny ro inni seg.En: When the storm subsided, Lars felt a new calm within himself.No: Han visste at han alltid kunne stole på Sigrids urokkelige støtte.En: He knew he could always rely on Sigrid's unwavering support.No: Det var denne følelsen av tilhørighet han hadde savnet.En: It was this feeling of belonging he had missed.No: Nå var den funnet igjen, der i den lille hytta ved Sognefjorden.En: Now it was found again, there in the little cabin by the Sognefjorden. Vocabulary Words:quiet: stillegently: varsomtcabin: hyttebutterflies: sommerfuglerspruce: grantrærcozy: lunefireplace: peisencast: kastetdanced: dansethesitantly: nølendeuncertainty: usikkerhetencompassionately: medfølendeburden: tyngdensubsided: roet segunwavering: urokkeligebelonging: tilhørighetuntouched: uberørtreflections: refleksjonreserved: reservertshadow: skyggesheltered: lyscreamed: skrekblankets: ulltepperdecided: bestemterelief: lettelseraged: rastehomemade: hjemmelagetmelody: melodirebuild: gjenoppbyggestart anew: begynne på nytt

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Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Capturing Midsummer Warmth in Wintry Gamla Stan Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2026-02-24-08-38-20-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Maja tittade ut genom fönstret på snön som föll tyst över de smala gatorna i Gamla Stan.En: Maja looked out the window at the snow falling silently over the narrow streets of Gamla Stan.Sv: Lukas och Astrid stod bredvid henne, båda insvepta i tjocka jackor.En: Lukas and Astrid stood beside her, both wrapped in thick jackets.Sv: "Midsommar känns så långt borta," suckade Maja och drog upp halsduken över näsan.En: "Midsummer feels so far away," sighed Maja, pulling her scarf up over her nose.Sv: "Jo, men det är ändå för kallt för sådana tankar nu," mumlade Lukas, skakande på huvudet.En: "Yeah, but it's still too cold for such thoughts now," mumbled Lukas, shaking his head.Sv: Men Astrid log stort.En: But Astrid smiled broadly.Sv: "Det är aldrig fel tid för Midsommar!En: "It's never a wrong time for Midsummer!Sv: Låt oss hitta nåt som sprider lite sommarvärme!"En: Let's find something that spreads a little summer warmth!"Sv: De tre vännerna började vandra genom de snötäckta gatorna, deras andetag synliga i den kalla vinterluften.En: The three friends began to wander through the snow-covered streets, their breaths visible in the cold winter air.Sv: Varje butik var dekorerad med små ljusslingor och frostade fönster.En: Every store was decorated with small string lights and frosted windows.Sv: Vinterläder och ull täckte ingångarna, men Maja letade efter något som skulle föra dem tillbaka till ljusa juninätter.En: Winter leather and wool covered the entrances, but Maja was looking for something that would take them back to bright June nights.Sv: De kikade in i en liten antikaffär.En: They peeked into a small antique store.Sv: En doft av gammalt trä och damm hängde i luften.En: A scent of old wood and dust hung in the air.Sv: Bakom disken stod en äldre dam som log när de kom in.En: Behind the counter stood an elderly lady who smiled as they entered.Sv: Affären var fylld av saker från olika tidsåldrar.En: The store was filled with items from various eras.Sv: Astrid fångades av en gammal karusellhäst, medan Lukas mest granskade en samling av klockor.En: Astrid was captivated by an old carousel horse, while Lukas mostly examined a collection of clocks.Sv: Maja vandrade längre in i butiken.En: Maja wandered further into the store.Sv: Under ett lager av gamla böcker hittade hon en låda med Midsommarprydnader.En: Under a layer of old books, she found a box of Midsummer decorations.Sv: Det var små blomsterkransar och träskulpturer av majstänger.En: They were small flower crowns and wooden sculptures of maypoles.Sv: En av figurerna föreställde en liten flicka som dansade, klädd i en vit klänning med blommor i håret.En: One of the figures depicted a little girl dancing, dressed in a white dress with flowers in her hair.Sv: Maja plockade upp figuren och kände hur värmen från sommarnätterna blommade i hennes hjärta.En: Maja picked up the figure and felt how the warmth from summer nights blossomed in her heart.Sv: "Den här," sa hon med ett litet leende, "den är perfekt."En: "This one," she said with a small smile, "is perfect."Sv: De lämnade butiken med sina fynd och gick till ett café i närheten.En: They left the store with their finds and went to a nearby café.Sv: Inne var det varmt och doften av kaffe och kanelbullar fyllde luften.En: Inside it was warm, and the scent of coffee and cinnamon buns filled the air.Sv: De satt tillsammans vid ett litet bord och Maja satte fram figuren mitt på bordet.En: They sat together at a small table, and Maja placed the figure in the middle of the table.Sv: "Den är som en liten bit av Midsommar här med oss," sa Astrid och sträckte sig efter en kopp varm choklad.En: "It's like a little piece of Midsummer here with us," said Astrid, reaching for a cup of hot chocolate.Sv: Lukas nickade, förstår nu meningen i Majas val.En: Lukas nodded, now understanding the meaning behind Maja's choice.Sv: Det handlade inte bara om saker.En: It wasn't just about things.Sv: Det var känslan, minnena och kärleken till de stunder de delade.En: It was the feeling, the memories, and the love for the moments they shared.Sv: När de satt där, pratade de om gamla historier och skrattade tillsammans, kände Maja hur värmen spreds i bröstet.En: As they sat there, talking about old stories and laughing together, Maja felt the warmth spread in her chest.Sv: Det var detta, mer än något annat som var Midsommars andemening - att vara med dem man håller kär, oavsett årstid.En: This, more than anything else, was the essence of Midsummer – being with those you hold dear, no matter the season.Sv: Och där, i det lilla caféet mitt i vintern, fann Maja rätt atmosfär av sommarhon hade sökt efter.En: And there, in the little café in the midst of winter, Maja found the right atmosphere of summer she had been searching for. Vocabulary Words:gazing: tittadesilently: tystnarrow: smalasigh: suckademumble: mumladestring lights: ljusslingorfrosted: frostadepeeked: kikadeantique: antikcaptivated: fångadescarousel: karusellwandered: vandradelayer: lagerdecorations: prydnadermaypoles: majstängerdepicted: föreställdeblossomed: blommadechest: bröstetessence: andemeningwrapped: insveptabeside: bredvidwander: vandradecoration: dekoreracollection: samlingfigure: figurelderly: äldrelayer: lagerintended: meningenshare: delawrapped: insvepta

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In this episode of the Swimming Upstream Radio Show, host Dorothy Wilhelm engages with singer-songwriter Linda Allen, exploring her journey through music, the impact of her therapeutic work, and the significance of protest songs. Linda shares her experiences as a musician, the joy of connecting with people through music, and the importance of storytelling in addressing social issues. The conversation highlights the evolving role of artists in society and the need for hope and action in challenging times. Linda also treats us to two songs performed live during the episode. Watch the episode on YouTube. Takeaways Linda Allen's journey in music began in college but evolved over time. She emphasizes the importance of storytelling in her songs. Therapeutic music brings joy to patients at the end of life. Protest songs serve as a means to address social issues. Music can change hearts and perspectives. The influence of social media on music and communication is significant. Artists have a responsibility to hold a vision for society. Hope and love are central themes in her music. Every individual can contribute to social change in their own way. The future of music lies in the hands of the current generation. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Warmth in Cold Weather 01:56 Linda Allen's Musical Journey 05:08 The Role of a Therapeutic Musician 07:54 Protest Songs and Social Commentary 12:12 Songs of Hope and Personal Credo 17:03 The Future of Music and Social Change More Information To reach Linda via email and to be on her email mailing list, reach out to linda@lindasongs.com. You can visit her website at https://www.lindasongs.com. While there, navigate to the menu and find “Songs for the Times” for lyrics and recordings of downloadable songs on a variety of topics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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For Black History Month- from 2010- Pulitzer Prize-winning writer Isabel Wilkerson talks about her book "The Warmth of Other Suns: The Epic Story of America's Great Migration." The book explores the largely untold story of the massive 'migration' of blacks from the south to other parts of the United States over the course of the twentieth century.

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Diverse Voices Book Review contributor Amran Gowani interviewed Jennifer Chow, author of the cozy mystery novel TELL-TALE TREATS. They discussed the importance of food to Asian and Asian American culture, how Jennifer found her way into the cozy genre, the delicate balancing act of tackling serious themes in a whimsical tone, and why everyone loves to pet bunnies. Follow Jennifer on Instagram at @jenjchow and learn more at jenniferjchow.com.Jennifer Chow writes cozy mystery series filled with hope and heritage. She has been a finalist for the Agatha, Anthony, Lefty, and Lilian Jackson Braun Memorial Awards. She has also been a past president of Sisters in Crime and she's currently an active member of Crime Writers of Color and Mystery Writers of America.Diverse Voices Book Review Social Media:Facebook: @diversevoicesbookreviewInstagram: @diverse_voices_book_reviewEmail: hbh@diversevoicesbookreview.com Amran Gowani Social Media:Instagram: @amrangowaniLinkedIn: @amrangowaniSubstack: amrangowani.substack.com

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Fluent Fiction - Danish: Snowy Surprises: Bringing Warmth to a Hospital Room Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2026-02-19-23-34-02-da Story Transcript:Da: Det var en kold vinterdag, hvor sne lå som et blødt tæppe over gaderne udenfor.En: It was a cold winter day, with snow lying like a soft blanket over the streets outside.Da: Indenfor på hospitalet var der varmt og travlt, som folk hastede forbi hinanden i de lyse korridorer.En: Inside the hospital, it was warm and busy, as people hurried past each other in the bright corridors.Da: Kasper og Freja gik langsomt mod Mathias' stue.En: Kasper and Freja walked slowly towards Mathias' room.Da: Freja prøvede at finde noget opmuntrende at sige, mens Kasper næsten gik i sine egne tanker.En: Freja tried to find something encouraging to say, while Kasper was almost lost in his own thoughts.Da: Han lod sig påvirke af den sterile lugt og de hvide vægge.En: He was affected by the sterile smell and the white walls.Da: Han ønskede at gøre noget særligt for Mathias, men følte sig usikker.En: He wanted to do something special for Mathias, but felt uncertain.Da: Da de trådte ind i Mathias' stue, blev de mødt af et smil.En: As they stepped into Mathias' room, they were met with a smile.Da: "Hej, venner!"En: "Hi, friends!"Da: sagde Mathias, mens han forsøgte at lyde munter.En: said Mathias, trying to sound cheerful.Da: Men Kasper kunne se usikkerheden i Mathias' øjne.En: But Kasper could see the uncertainty in Mathias' eyes.Da: "Hej, Mathias!"En: "Hi, Mathias!"Da: svarede Freja glad og gik hen for at kramme ham.En: replied Freja happily and went over to hug him.Da: Kasper fulgte efter, stadig i sine egne tanker.En: Kasper followed, still in his own thoughts.Da: "Vi har en overraskelse til dig," sagde Kasper og kastede et hurtigt blik på Freja.En: "We have a surprise for you," said Kasper, casting a quick glance at Freja.Da: Freja nikkede.En: Freja nodded.Da: De satte et lille bord i midten af rummet og begyndte at pynte det med farverige papirdekorationer, som de havde lavet aftenen før.En: They set up a small table in the middle of the room and began to decorate it with colorful paper decorations they had made the night before.Da: De hang nogle balloner op og stillede en skål med småkager på bordet.En: They hung some balloons and placed a bowl of cookies on the table.Da: "Noget for at gøre det her sted lidt hyggeligere," sagde Freja med et grin.En: "Something to make this place a bit cozier," said Freja with a laugh.Da: Mathias lo og sagde, "I er skøre!En: Mathias laughed and said, "You guys are crazy!Da: Men det er dejligt.En: But it's wonderful.Da: Tak."En: Thank you."Da: Kasper følte en lille varme sprede sig indeni, da han så, hvordan Mathias' ansigt lyste op.En: Kasper felt a small warmth spreading inside him as he saw how Mathias' face lit up.Da: Efterhånden som rummet blev mere farverigt, lettede stemningen.En: As the room became more colorful, the atmosphere lightened.Da: De satte sig rundt om bordet og begyndte at dele minder og historier.En: They sat around the table and began to share memories and stories.Da: De grinede højt, og selv Kasper mærkede hvordan hans bekymringer begyndte at smuldre.En: They laughed loudly, and even Kasper felt how his worries began to crumble.Da: Timerne fløj, mens de hyggede sig og lod som om de var et hvilket som helst andet sted end et hospital.En: The hours flew by as they enjoyed themselves and pretended they were anywhere else but a hospital.Da: Mathias kiggede rundt på sine venner og sagde stille, "I ved ikke, hvor meget det her betyder for mig."En: Mathias looked around at his friends and quietly said, "You don't know how much this means to me."Da: Kasper følte en bølge af lettelse.En: Kasper felt a wave of relief.Da: Han indså, at det at være her, at grine og dele øjeblikke, var mere værd end nogen ord eller dybe samtaler.En: He realized that being there, laughing and sharing moments, was worth more than any words or deep conversations.Da: Da de til sidst sagde farvel, følte Kasper sig let.En: As they finally said goodbye, Kasper felt light.Da: Han behøvede ikke alle svarene.En: He didn't need all the answers.Da: Han behøvede blot at være der.En: He just needed to be there.Da: Sneen udenfor fortsatte med at falde blidt, mens de forlod hospitalet.En: The snow outside continued to fall softly as they left the hospital.Da: Kasper, Freja og Mathias vidste nu, at venskabens styrke gælder mere end nogen tung bekymring eller alvorlig situation.En: Kasper, Freja, and Mathias now knew that the strength of friendship matters more than any heavy worry or serious situation.Da: Nogle gange er det vigtigste at dele tiden, uanset hvor den bliver tilbragt.En: Sometimes the most important thing is to share the time, no matter where it is spent. Vocabulary Words:sterile: sterileencouraging: opmuntrendeuncertainty: usikkerhedcorridors: korridorerdecorate: pyntecolorful: farverigeballoons: ballonercookies: småkagercozier: hyggeligerewonderful: dejligtcrumble: smuldrewarmth: varmespreading: spredelit up: lyste oprelief: lettelsepretended: lad som ommemories: minderatmosphere: stemningworries: bekymringerheavy: tunghospitable: venskabeligstrength: styrkeglance: blikhug: krammequietly: stilleworth: værddeep: dybeshare: delesnow: sneblanket: tæppe

Fluent Fiction - Swedish: A Nurse's Warmth: How Lena's Empathy Healed a Busy Businessman Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2026-02-19-23-34-02-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Det var en kall vinterdag i Stockholm.En: It was a cold winter day in Stockholm.Sv: Snön föll mjukt utanför de stora fönstren i sjukhuset.En: The snow was softly falling outside the large windows of the hospital.Sv: Inne var det varmt och fullt av aktivitet.En: Inside, it was warm and full of activity.Sv: Sköterskor och läkare rörde sig snabbt genom korridorerna, och ljudet av skor som gnisslade mot golven hördes överallt.En: Nurses and doctors moved quickly through the corridors, and the sound of shoes squeaking against the floors could be heard everywhere.Sv: Bland alla dessa människor var Lena, en sjuksköterska med stort hjärta och en stark önskan att hjälpa.En: Among all these people was Lena, a nurse with a big heart and a strong desire to help.Sv: Lena var inne på Elias rum.En: Lena was in Elias' room.Sv: Elias var en affärsman, alltid med mobil och bärbar dator i närheten.En: Elias was a businessman, always with his phone and laptop nearby.Sv: Men nu låg han i sjukhussängen med säsongsinfluensa.En: But now he lay in the hospital bed with the seasonal flu.Sv: Näsa röd av snygg och ögon glansiga av feber.En: Nose red from blowing and eyes glazed with fever.Sv: Trots sin sjukdom, ville han bara en sak — tillbaka till jobbet så fort som möjligt.En: Despite his illness, he wanted only one thing—to get back to work as soon as possible.Sv: "Elias, du måste vila," sa Lena med sin lugna röst.En: "Elias, you need to rest," said Lena with her calm voice.Sv: Hon kände att hon behövde övertyga honom om att hans hälsa behövde prioriteras.En: She felt she needed to convince him that his health needed to be prioritized.Sv: "Jag har inte tid att vila," svarade Elias, och försökte sätta sig upp.En: "I don't have time to rest," replied Elias, trying to sit up.Sv: "Arbetet går före allt."En: "Work comes before everything."Sv: Lena förstod hans oro men visste också att han behövde stanna för att bli frisk.En: Lena understood his concern but also knew he needed to stay to get well.Sv: "Arbete är viktigt, men utan hälsa kan du inte arbeta alls," sa hon.En: "Work is important, but without health, you can't work at all," she said.Sv: "Dina kropp behöver denna tid för att återhämta sig."En: "Your body needs this time to recover."Sv: Elias suckade och såg ut genom fönstret, snön som täckte marken.En: Elias sighed and looked out the window at the snow covering the ground.Sv: Han visste att hon hade rätt men hade svårt att erkänna det.En: He knew she was right but had a hard time admitting it.Sv: Lena satte sig vid hans säng och tog ett djupt andetag.En: Lena sat down by his bed and took a deep breath.Sv: Hon berättade om patienter hon hade haft tidigare, om hur ibland det bästa beslutet var att lyssna på kroppen.En: She told him about patients she had had before, about how sometimes the best decision was to listen to the body.Sv: Hennes ord var enkla men fulla av värme.En: Her words were simple but full of warmth.Sv: Något i Elias förändrades.En: Something changed in Elias.Sv: Han såg på henne och insåg att han kanske inte behövde slåss mot sin egen kropp.En: He looked at her and realized he might not need to fight against his own body.Sv: Han slappnade av i kudden och sa, "Okej, jag ska försöka vila mer."En: He relaxed into the pillow and said, "Okay, I'll try to rest more."Sv: Lena kände en varm våg av lättnad.En: Lena felt a warm wave of relief.Sv: Hon hade nått honom.En: She had reached him.Sv: Hennes ihärdighet och empati hade haft effekt.En: Her persistence and empathy had made an impact.Sv: Några dagar senare var Elias bättre.En: A few days later, Elias was better.Sv: Han reste sig långsamt ur sängen, redo att åka hem.En: He slowly got out of bed, ready to go home.Sv: Han log mot Lena när han sa hejdå.En: He smiled at Lena as he said goodbye.Sv: "Tack för att du fick mig att förstå.En: "Thank you for making me understand.Sv: Nästa gång ska jag lyssna på min kropp."En: Next time, I will listen to my body."Sv: Lena log tillbaka, hennes hjärta fyllt av stolthet.En: Lena smiled back, her heart filled with pride.Sv: Hon visste att hon hade gjort skillnad, både för Elias och för sig själv.En: She knew she had made a difference, both for Elias and for herself.Sv: Hon kunde hantera svåra situationer och hjälpa människor, precis som hon alltid hade velat.En: She could handle difficult situations and help people, just as she had always wanted. Vocabulary Words:corridors: korridorernarecover: återhämtasqueaking: gnissladepriority: prioriterasseasonal flu: säsongsinfluensaglazed: glansigawarmth: värmeadmitting: erkännarelief: lättnadempathy: empatidesire: önskanpersistence: ihärdighetconvince: övertygahospital bed: sjukhussängenfever: feberadmit: erkännadecision: beslutetimpact: effektsituations: situationerhandle: hanteraprioritized: prioriteraslisten: lyssnaaffärsman: businessmansimply: enklahealth: hälsablowing: snyggwarm: varmtdifference: skillnadbärbar dator: laptopförändrades: changed

Fluent Fiction - Serbian: Finding Warmth: An Artist's Winter Collaboration Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sr/episode/2026-02-19-23-34-02-sr Story Transcript:Sr: Зимски дан је отрован тишином док снег прекрива Калемегданску тврђаву.En: The winter day is poisoned by silence as snow covers the Kalemegdan Fortress.Sr: Ваздух је чист и хладан, а поглед на ушће Саве и Дунава је миран, али монотон.En: The air is clean and cold, and the view of the confluence of the Sava and the Danube is calm yet monotonous.Sr: Милан, млади фотограф, стоји испред старих камених зидина, у потрази за инспирацијом.En: Milan, a young photographer, stands in front of the old stone walls, searching for inspiration.Sr: Његов циљ је ухватити савршену фотографију која ће пренети лепоту зиме.En: His goal is to capture the perfect photo that will convey the beauty of winter.Sr: Ипак, Милан је разочаран.En: However, Milan is disappointed.Sr: Сивило зиме је превладало, боје су му неухватљиве.En: The grayness of winter has prevailed; the colors elude him.Sr: Одлучује да истражи мање посећене делове тврђаве.En: He decides to explore the less-visited parts of the fortress.Sr: Можда ће тамо наћи нешто што други не виде.En: Maybe there, he'll find something others do not see.Sr: У исто време, Јована, талентована сликарка, седи на леденој клупи и покушава да заслика зимску сцену.En: At the same time, Jovana, a talented painter, sits on an icy bench and tries to paint the winter scene.Sr: Осећа се блокирано, неспособна да на платну пренесе оно што види.En: She feels blocked, unable to transfer to the canvas what she sees.Sr: Одлучује да остане још мало, иако је хладно.En: She decides to stay a little longer, despite the cold.Sr: Нада се да ће пробој доћи.En: She hopes a breakthrough will come.Sr: Док шета каменим стазама, Милан угледа интересантан поглед.En: As he walks the stone paths, Milan spots an interesting view.Sr: Изгледа као нешто ново и узбудљиво.En: It seems like something new and exciting.Sr: Док подешава свој фотоапарат, уочава Јовану која покушава да ухвати исти призор.En: While adjusting his camera, he notices Jovana trying to capture the same scene.Sr: Милан је изненађен.En: Milan is surprised.Sr: Она га примети и насмеши се.En: She notices him and smiles.Sr: – Занимљиви видик, зар не?En: — Interesting view, isn't it?Sr: – пита је Милан.En: — Milan asks.Sr: – Да, али не могу га добро ухватити – одговара Јована уз уздах.En: — Yes, but I can't capture it well, — Jovana replies with a sigh.Sr: Размишљају.En: They ponder.Sr: Можда би заједно могли нешто постићи.En: Maybe together they could achieve something.Sr: Милану изненада сине идеја.En: An idea suddenly strikes Milan.Sr: – Шта мислите да урадимо нешто заједно?En: — What do you think about doing something together?Sr: Ваша слика, моја фотографија – предлаже он.En: Your painting, my photograph, — he suggests.Sr: Јована се насмеје.En: Jovana laughs.Sr: – Зашто да не?En: — Why not?Sr: Уз мало помоћи можда ћу наћи инспирацију.En: With a little help, maybe I'll find inspiration.Sr: Тако, ујединивши снаге, крену да раде заједно.En: So, uniting their strengths, they start working together.Sr: Милан снима савршени кадар, док Јована прати његов одабир боја и перспектива.En: Milan captures the perfect shot, while Jovana follows his choices of colors and perspectives.Sr: Заједно, стварају дело које повезује зиму у фотографији и слици.En: Together, they create a work that connects winter in both photography and painting.Sr: Док се сунце полако спушта, осмехују се задовољни својим трудом.En: As the sun slowly sets, they smile, satisfied with their effort.Sr: Милан схвата да инспирација долази из неочекиваних места.En: Milan realizes that inspiration comes from unexpected places.Sr: Јована осећа да је сарадња оживела њену креативност.En: Jovana feels that collaboration has revived her creativity.Sr: Њихов заједнички рад доноси скривену лепоту зиме на видело.En: Their joint work brings the hidden beauty of winter to light.Sr: Док снег наставља да пада лагано, они одлазе с тврђаве с нечим више од уобичајених слика и слика.En: As the snow continues to fall gently, they leave the fortress with more than the usual images and pictures.Sr: Одлазе са новим пријатељством и обновљеном инспирацијом.En: They leave with a new friendship and renewed inspiration. Vocabulary Words:fortress: tврђаваconfluence: ушћеmonotonous: монотонinspiration: инспирацијаprevail: превладатиelude: измицатиexplore: истражитиblock: блокиратиbreakthrough: пробојperspectives: перспективаstrikes: синеcollaboration: сарадњаrevive: оживетиcreativity: креативностhidden: скривенjoint: заједничкиunexpected: неочекиванgently: лаганоrenewed: обновљенbench: клупаpath: стазаcapture: ухватитиadjusting: подешавањеponder: размишљатиsigh: уздахsmile: осмехstrengths: снагеeffort: трудfriendship: пријатељствоcanvas: платно

Aaron McIntire opens with a final episode before a two-week hiatus for international travel and family time. He covers a tragic Rhode Island shooting by a transgender individual who posted threats the day prior, linking it to broader concerns about gender ideology and recent similar incidents. New York City's socialist mayor threatens tax hikes on the wealthy while the "warmth of collectivism" literally uncovers unpleasant realities on melting sidewalks. J.D. Vance pushes for lower interest rates and more housing to combat affordability issues and family formation challenges. RFK Jr. details on 60 Minutes how ultra-processed foods, hidden ingredients, and industry loopholes drive obesity and malnourishment in America. The show closes reflecting on the five-year anniversary of Rush Limbaugh's passing and the five-month mark since Charlie Kirk's murder, highlighting Rush's admiration for Kirk and his secret support for Turning Point USA.   The AM Update, Aaron McIntire, transgender violence, Rhode Island shooting, New York City budget crisis, Zoran Mamdani, J.D. Vance housing, RFK Jr food policy, ultra-processed foods, Rush Limbaugh anniversary, Charlie Kirk tribute, collectivism failures

In today's episode, I'm breaking down what it really means to be a Relational CEO—the fast-moving, people-first leader who builds trust quickly, creates a magnetic community, and can grow an audience almost effortlessly. If you've ever been told "you just need better boundaries," but that advice feels like it's asking you to become colder or less you… this conversation is for you. We're talking about how your warmth is a competitive advantage (not a liability), why it can quietly turn into burnout as you scale, and the simple shift that keeps your business profitable and sustainable: structure that protects your connection so you can keep serving powerfully without leaking your energy everywhere. Timeline Highlights [00:00] - Why this CEO Types series exists (and why mainstream business advice doesn't fit everyone) [03:00] - The Relational CEO core wiring: people-oriented + fast-paced decision-making [05:02] - The superpower: building trust fast, creating safe spaces, and growing loyal audiences naturally [07:08] - How relational energy fuels referrals, collaborations, and long-term client retention [09:46] - The "dark side" of being magnetic: attracting fans who love your vibe but won't buy [22:14] - Common blind spots: pricing swings, unclear deliverables, and over-delivering into exhaustion [30:21] - The big shift: structure isn't the opposite of warmth—it's the container that protects it [31:12] - The candle metaphor: why your "flame" needs a holder to stay sustainable [32:50] - Practical structure: clear offer scope, Voxer boundaries, and client expectations that prevent resentment [37:19] - Messaging that filters: getting clear on who you're not for (so you attract buyers, not just followers) [38:42] - Sales leadership: creating decision containers so you stop getting ghosted [40:06] - Delivery discipline: structure that supports transformation (not endless expansion) [41:27] - Calendar protection: building systems so your energy isn't the engine of the business [45:31] - Real-world example: Cory Ruth / The Women's Dietitian and scaling warmth + authority with PCOS content Top Quotes "Your likability is not the problem. Your lack of structure is." "The mainstream obsession with hype-first marketing is actively working against a huge portion of experts who are genuinely excellent at what they do." "Structure is not the opposite of warmth. Structure protects your warmth." "It's really easy for you to confuse being responsive with being of service." "You can still be warm inside your container. You just stop letting the container expand infinitely." "Your warmth and your friendliness and your likeability is a gift. It's not a liability." Links & Resources Take the CEO Type Quiz Mentioned example: Cory Ruth (The Women's Dietitian) If this episode helped you, I'd love it if you'd follow the show, leave a rating and review, and share it with a friend, especially someone who leads with warmth and connection and needs permission to protect their energy while they grow.

What skills will salespeople need six months from now? Five years from now? Tom Batchelder returns to discuss the future of B2B sales, starting with a new concept: "screen trust"—the ability to create warmth and safety through a computer screen. Bill and Tom unpack why concise video communication is the new superpower, how AI slop makes authenticity more valuable, and why most professionals are sitting on a mountain of unused assets. The future isn't about more training—it's about coaching, leverage, and taking 100% responsibility.About Tom Batchelder: Tom is a sales coach based in Sausalito, California, known for his weekly "Tom's Tuesday Tips" videos on LinkedIn, https://linkedin.com/in/tombatchelder. He specializes in working with sales professionals, CEOs, and business owners who want to cut through the noise and get back to what actually works. Learn more at Selling180.com.12 Bold Moves - Audiobook: Want to break free and soar to new heights? "12 Bold Moves" the Audiobook, is your gateway to a fearless reinvention of self and unlocking unprecedented sales success. Get your FREE copy now at http://12boldmoves.com/audiobook.Have a question for Bill or a topic you'd like him to discuss in a future episode? Email him at listener@caskeytraining.com.Schedule a Call: If you'd like to learn more about how Bill can help you or your team reach your potential, schedule a call at http://scheduleacallwithcaskey.com.

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Florida is experiencing its most widespread February drought on record since tracking began in 2000. Here's why it's happening and when rain may return. Also, many areas in the mid-Atlantic will see the most sustained stretch of warmer weather since a string of abnormally warm days in early January. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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WGN-TV weather producer Bill Snyder joins John Landecker to talk about the touch of warmer weather headed our way and what that means for an outlook towards spring, They also discuss the ice coverage on the lake and what that means for future warmth, and later give a weekend forecast!

Loneliness doesn't always look like being alone. Sometimes it shows up as feeling disconnected, unseen, or like you're carrying everything by yourself. If food has been your go-to in those moments, hear this clearly: It makes sense. Food was there for you. It gave comfort and relief when connection felt out of reach. In this episode, you'll learn why eating when you feel lonely isn't a lack of self-control—it's a learned regulation tool. And more importantly, you'll discover how to create real connection without turning food into the only solution. What You'll Learn: The Emotional Wheel: How loneliness sits on the spectrum between sadness and feeling abandoned Why turning to food when you're lonely makes perfect biological sense (dopamine, vulnerability, and survival) The difference between true connection and false connection (and why social media feels like sugar) How to create true connection through physical, creative, and spiritual practices The 4-step process for building your relationship with yourself: Recognize that 95% of your thoughts are on autoplay Do a thought capture throughout the day Question one belief you've been carrying Curate that belief in your favor Ways to Create True Connection (Mentioned in Episode): Physical Connection: Hugs (even self-hugs—hand on heart, shoulders squeeze) Real conversations on the phone or in person Physical exercise (walking, dancing, stretching) Warmth practices (hot tub, heated car seat, fire, warm blankets) Creative Connection: Sewing, quilting, knitting Playing music or singing Clay or Play-Doh Sand, gardening Other Forms: Listening to music that moves you Making food mindfully for yourself or others Journaling Reaching out to one person (even just a text) Religious practice, prayer, meditation Resources Mentioned: Emotional Eating Mini-Class - The all-year-round version of Dara's hit holiday class, now with office hours where you can get expert coaching on concepts like "Pause Before Pantry." This isn't just another online class you hope to watch—the office hours make all the difference. Join the 3 day masterclass here - https://dara-tomasson-coaching.mykajabi.com/free-emotional-eating-masterclass  Connect with Dara: Website:  https://daratomasson.com Instagram: @dara_tomasson YouTube: Ask questions in the comments—Dara loves interacting with you! Leave a Podcast Review: It makes such a difference!  

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Emily Bomberger, Vice President at Penn Spring Capital, shares her nontraditional path into private equity and the operating mindset she brings to evaluating founder-led businesses. She explains how early experiences in marketing, accounting, and PE-backed advisory work shaped her approach to judgment, value creation, and partnership with entrepreneurs. Emily also outlines what Penn Spring looks for in markets, founders, and focus—and why discipline matters more in tighter environments. This is a grounded conversation on learning fast, building trust, and making better investment decisions—worth your time. Episode Highlights 1:41 – Growing up in a small town and seeing firsthand how businesses shape communities 4:26 – Early operating exposure and learning how decisions flow through a business 7:35 – Working with first-time PE-backed companies during the critical first 100 days 10:57 – Why Penn Spring prioritizes focus, speed, and small deal teams 16:52 – Emily's scorecard for evaluating founder-led businesses and market tailwinds 19:24 – Why founder alignment and partial liquidity unlock the next growth phase 29:51 – The danger of scope creep and why doing fewer things better wins 35:59 – Warmth vs. competence in dealmaking—and why trust closes transactions For more information on Penn Spring Capital, go to https://pennspring.com/ For more information on Emily Bomberger, go to https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-bomberger-1b243256/

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☕️ This meditation is a little different than what we usually do. It's an invitation into comfort, warmth, and slowing down in a way that feels genuinely nourishing.This practice is perfect for moments when you need a soft landing. You're encouraged to make this meditation your own. That might look like a warm beverage, cozy clothes, dim lighting, or simply settling into a space that feels safe and easy for you. We begin this practice with gentle movement followed by stillness, but as always, only do what feels comfortable and supportive for you. There is no right way to experience it. Just meet yourself where you are and let comfort unfold naturally. With love, Jo 

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: A Tundra Valentine: Love's Warmth Amidst Snowy Chaos Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2026-02-11-08-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 極寒のツンドラは静かな場所でした。En: The frigid tundra was a quiet place.Ja: 雪と氷の広大な世界が広がり、白い空と青い空が混じる風景が広がっています。En: A vast world of snow and ice spread out, with a landscape where white skies mingled with blue.Ja: ハルトはこの静けさの中、ある計画を練っていました。En: Haruto was concocting a certain plan amidst this silence.Ja: 彼の目標は、バレンタインデーにミユキを驚かせることでした。En: His goal was to surprise Miyuki on Valentine's Day.Ja: ハルトは野生動物の研究者です。En: Haruto was a wildlife researcher.Ja: しかし、彼は時々騒ぎを引き起こしてしまうことで有名でした。En: However, he was known for occasionally causing a commotion.Ja: 今回の計画は、ツンドラにホットココアを用意すること。En: This time, his plan was to prepare hot cocoa in the tundra.Ja: 彼はミユキがバレンタインデーに情熱的で、冒険好きだと知っていました。En: He knew that Miyuki was passionate and loved adventure on Valentine's Day.Ja: 彼女を喜ばせるために最高の日を作りたいと思いました。En: He wanted to create the best day to make her happy.Ja: ハルトは暖かい空間を作ろうと、暖房機を持ち込みました。En: Haruto brought a heater to create a warm space.Ja: 彼が選んだ場所は、かわいいイグルーでした。En: The place he chose was a cute igloo.Ja: しかし、ハルトの計算違いが起きました。En: However, an error in his calculations occurred.Ja: 暖房機の熱で周囲の雪が溶け始め、イグルーは多くの動物たちを惹きつけました。En: The heat from the heater began to melt the surrounding snow, attracting many animals to the igloo.Ja: ホッキョクグマまでが興味を示して、イグルーに近づいてきました。En: Even a polar bear showed interest and approached the igloo.Ja: 意外な状況に直面したハルトは、地元のガイドであるタカシを助けを求めることにしました。En: Faced with this unexpected situation, Haruto decided to ask for help from Takashi, a local guide.Ja: タカシは動物たちの行動をよく知っていました。En: Takashi was well acquainted with the animals' behavior.Ja: 彼の助けを借りて、動物たちをそっと移動させ、ハルトはなんとかサプライズを継続しようとしました。En: With his help, they quietly relocated the animals, and Haruto somehow managed to continue his surprise.Ja: ハルトとミユキ、そしてタカシは、イグルーの周りで予期せぬパーティーを開催することになりました。En: Haruto, Miyuki, and Takashi ended up hosting an unexpected party around the igloo.Ja: 彼らはホッキョクグマを気をそらしながら、動物たちと一緒に時間を過ごしました。En: They spent time with the animals, all the while distracting the polar bear.Ja: ミユキは、この混沌とした状況を楽しみ、彼女を喜ばせるために努力しているハルトの姿に笑顔を送りました。En: Miyuki enjoyed this chaotic situation and smiled warmly at Haruto, who was trying hard to make her happy.Ja: その日の終わりに、ハルトはミユキにホットココアを渡しました。En: At the end of the day, Haruto handed Miyuki the hot cocoa.Ja: 彼は少し失敗したかもしれませんが、ミユキはこの経験を何よりも気に入りました。En: He might have made a few mistakes, but Miyuki cherished this experience more than anything.Ja: ハルトは、完璧な計画ではなく、共に過ごす時間や経験が大切だと学びました。En: Haruto learned that it was not a perfect plan, but the time and experiences shared together that were important.Ja: ミユキは本物の瞬間を大切に思い、ハルトは自信を持ってその愛を伝えました。En: Miyuki cherished the genuine moments, and Haruto confidently expressed his love.Ja: このバレンタインデーの冒険は、彼らにとって特別な思い出となったのです。En: This Valentine's Day adventure became a special memory for them. Vocabulary Words:frigid: 極寒tundra: ツンドラconcocting: 練っていましたcommotion: 騒ぎheater: 暖房機igloo: イグルーmelt: 溶け始めattracting: 惹きつけましたapproached: 近づいてきましたunexpected: 意外relocated: 移動させhosted: 開催するchaotic: 混沌としたcherished: 気に入りましたexpression: 伝えましたmemory: 思い出landscape: 風景silence: 静けさsurprise: 驚かせるresearcher: 研究者calculation: 計算surrounding: 周囲のbehavior: 行動quietly: そっとdistracting: 気をそらしgenuine: 本物のadventure: 冒険spread out: 広がりacquainted: よく知ってpassionate: 情熱的

Famous Pakistani director and actor Sarmad Khoosat says that Australia's peaceful environment and multicultural society are highly impressive. He notes that the natural beauty of the surroundings and the social harmony within communities are particularly striking. The appreciation he receives from art enthusiasts makes the experience even more enjoyable. Learn more in this podcast. - معروف پاکستانی ہدایتکار اور اداکار سرمد کھوسٹ کا کہنا ہے کہ آسٹریلیا کا پُرسکون ماحول اور ملٹی کلچرل معاشرہ نہایت متاثر کن ہے۔ان کا کہنا ہے کہ یہاں کے ماحول کا فطرتی حُسن اور کمیونیٹیز کی سماجی ہم آہنگی نمایاں طور پر محسوس ہوتی ہے۔فن کے شائیقین کی جانب سے ملنے والی پذیرائی اس تجربے کو مزید خوشگوار بناتی ہے۔ ۔مزید جانئے اس پوڈ کاسٹ میں۔

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Finding Warmth Among Shadows: A Valentine's Tale Unveiled Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2026-02-10-23-34-02-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De winterwind snerpte door de kieren van het verlaten pakhuis.En: The winter wind whistled through the cracks of the abandoned warehouse.Nl: Jeroen stond voor de grote, roestige deur.En: Jeroen stood in front of the large, rusty door.Nl: Zijn vingers tintelden van de kou.En: His fingers tingled from the cold.Nl: Het was Valentijnsdag, maar voor hem voelde het als elke andere dag op straat.En: It was Valentine's Day, but for him it felt like any other day on the street.Nl: Met zijn versleten duffelbag vol bezittingen, stapte hij voorzichtig naar binnen.En: With his worn duffel bag full of belongings, he stepped inside cautiously.Nl: Binnen was het pakhuis een doolhof van echo's en schaduwen.En: Inside, the warehouse was a labyrinth of echoes and shadows.Nl: De resten van vroeger leven lagen verspreid over de betonnen vloer.En: The remnants of past life were scattered across the concrete floor.Nl: Faded graffiti bedekte de muren.En: Faded graffiti covered the walls.Nl: Jeroen liep verder, op zoek naar een plek die misschien wat warmte kon bieden.En: Jeroen walked further, searching for a place that might offer some warmth.Nl: De kou was overal aanwezig.En: The cold was everywhere.Nl: Toch besloot Jeroen dieper het pakhuis in te gaan.En: Yet Jeroen decided to venture deeper into the warehouse.Nl: Misschien vond hij ergens oude dekens of iets anders dat zou helpen.En: Maybe he would find old blankets or something else that would help.Nl: Hij wist dat er anderen konden zijn, mensen die hun schuilplek zouden verdedigen.En: He knew there could be others, people who would defend their hiding spots.Nl: Na een paar minuten zwerven, zag hij een flikkering van licht.En: After wandering for a few minutes, he saw a flicker of light.Nl: Dichtbij stond een oud olievat met een kleine, warme vlam.En: Nearby stood an old oil barrel with a small, warm flame.Nl: Een andere reiziger zat ernaast.En: Another traveler sat beside it.Nl: Hun ogen ontmoetten elkaar.En: Their eyes met.Nl: Beiden zwegen.En: Both were silent.Nl: Toch sprak hun blik boekdelen: een stil begrip, een gedeelde eenzaamheid.En: Yet their gaze spoke volumes: a silent understanding, a shared loneliness.Nl: Met een knikje ging Jeroen dichterbij zitten.En: With a nod, Jeroen sat closer.Nl: De onbekende glimlachte zwak.En: The stranger smiled weakly.Nl: Samen aten ze een eenvoudige maaltijd.En: Together they shared a simple meal.Nl: Hun aanwezigheid bracht een warmte die dieper ging dan enkel het vuur.En: Their presence brought a warmth that went deeper than just the fire.Nl: Even leek de wereld kleiner en minder koud.En: For a moment, the world seemed smaller and less cold.Nl: Toen de ochtenddauw opkwam, stonden Jeroen en de vreemdeling op.En: When the morning dew arose, Jeroen and the stranger stood up.Nl: Ze wisselden een laatste blik.En: They exchanged a final look.Nl: Geen woorden waren nodig.En: No words were needed.Nl: Ze voelden zich beide iets minder alleen.En: They both felt a little less alone.Nl: Jeroen realiseerde zich dat zelfs de kortste verbinding wat hoop kon terugbrengen.En: Jeroen realized that even the shortest connection could bring back some hope.Nl: Met een zucht en een glimlach verdween hij in de mist, klaar voor een nieuwe dag.En: With a sigh and a smile, he disappeared into the mist, ready for a new day. Vocabulary Words:whistled: snerptecracks: kierenabandoned: verlatenrusty: roestigetingled: tinteldengraffiti: graffitilabyrinth: doolhofechoes: echo'sshadows: schaduwenremnants: restenconcrete: betonnenventure: beslootbarrel: olievattraveler: reizigergaze: blikvolumes: boekdelenweakly: zwakpresence: aanwezigheiddew: ochtenddauwmist: mistcautiously: voorzichtigwandered: zwervenflicker: flikkeringloneliness: eenzaamheidshared: gedeeldedefend: verdedigenhiding: schuilplekrealized: realiseerdeshortest: kortstehope: hoop

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For the first time in history, workplaces now span five generations, forcing leaders to rethink long-standing assumptions about motivation, communication, and career growth. As Gen Z enters the workforce, they bring expectations shaped by a desire for meaningful work, clear development paths, and work-life balance—rather than traditional, one-size-fits-all career ladders. In an era marked by labor shortages and widening skills gaps, particularly in the trades, leaders who fail to clearly articulate direction, purpose, and opportunity risk losing talent before it ever fully engages.So, how do leaders motivate, align, and retain people who want more than “because I said so”? And what does effective leadership actually look like when titles matter less than trust?These questions are at the heart of the latest episode of Straight Outta Crumpton, hosted by Greg Crumpton, featuring keynote speaker, author, and leadership strategist Stan Phelps. Together, they explore how communication, self-advocacy, and purpose-driven leadership can bridge generational divides and unlock potential—especially in environments where traditional management models fall short.Top insights from the talk…Why clear communication isn't complete until others can repeat—and act on—the message in their own words.How Gen Z's emphasis on purpose over pay is reshaping leadership expectations.Why “warmth” (intent) matters even more than competence when building trust and influence.Stan Phelps is a globally recognized keynote speaker, workshop facilitator, and author who helps organizations drive loyalty, growth, and word-of-mouth through customer and employee experience, differentiation, and purpose-driven strategy. A Certified Speaking Professional, former IBM Futurist, and Forbes contributor, he has delivered keynotes and workshops in 24 countries for Fortune 100 brands including IBM, Disney, UPS, Microsoft, and Target. Drawing on 5,000+ case studies and his Goldfish methodology, Stan equips leaders across Sales, Marketing, HR, and Operations with practical, action-oriented ideas that deliver measurable business results.

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With another round of bitter, Arctic cold coming into the region, you may want to crank the heat and keep your house toasty warm. Unfortunately, many Massachusetts residents are nervous about doing so because the cost of energy is so high these days, and doesn't appear to be getting much better anytime soon. An under-utilized program called HEAP can offer some relief, but community action groups say many residents don't even realize they qualify. Liz Berube, Executive Director of Citizens for Citizens in Fall River, shares all the details with Nichole on this week's show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We love having the smart, funny and incredible Head of Marketing for eTail back on the show, Lena Moriarty! Summer and Scott had so much fun going through the big Palm Springs show coming soon February 23-26! We walk through some of the big name brands and people who are going to be there along with the amazing content and good vibes of the show! Some exciting new things are happening this show! Hear about them all and how Always Off Brand is going to share the stage along with Scotty O. Enjoy Always Off Brand is always a Laugh & Learn!    FEEDSPOT TOP 10 Retail Podcast! https://podcast.feedspot.com/retail_podcasts/?feedid=5770554&_src=f2_featured_email Guest: Lena Moriarty LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lenamoriarty/ eTail Palm Springs - https://etailwest.wbresearch.com/ QUICKFIRE Info:   Website: https://www.quickfirenow.com/ Email the Show: info@quickfirenow.com  Talk to us on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/quickfireproductions Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quickfire__/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quickfiremarketing LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/company/quickfire-productions-llc/about/ Sports podcast Scott has been doing since 2017, Scott & Tim Sports Show part of Somethin About Nothin:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/somethin-about-nothin/id1306950451 HOSTS: Summer Jubelirer has been in digital commerce and marketing for over 17 years. After spending many years working for digital and ecommerce agencies working with multi-million dollar brands and running teams of Account Managers, she is now the Amazon Manager at OLLY PBC.   LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/summerjubelirer/   Scott Ohsman has been working with brands for over 30 years in retail, online and has launched over 200 brands on Amazon. Mr. Ohsman has been managing brands on Amazon for 19yrs. Owning his own sales and marketing agency in the Pacific NW, is now VP of Digital Commerce for Quickfire LLC. Producer and Co-Host for the top 5 retail podcast, Always Off Brand. He also produces the Brain Driven Brands Podcast featuring leading Consumer Behaviorist Sarah Levinger. Scott has been a featured speaker at national trade shows and has developed distribution strategies for many top brands. LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-ohsman-861196a6/   Hayley Brucker has been working in retail and with Amazon for years. Hayley has extensive experience in digital advertising, both seller and vendor central on Amazon. Hayley lives in North Carolina.  LinkedIn -https://www.linkedin.com/in/hayley-brucker-1945bb229/   Huge thanks to Cytrus our show theme music "Office Party" available wherever you get your music. Check them out here: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/cytrusmusic Instagram https://www.instagram.com/cytrusmusic/ Twitter https://twitter.com/cytrusmusic SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6VrNLN6Thj1iUMsiL4Yt5q?si=MeRsjqYfQiafl0f021kHwg APPLE MUSIC https://music.apple.com/us/artist/cytrus/1462321449   "Always Off Brand" is part of the Quickfire Podcast Network and produced by Quickfire LLC.  

If you've ever visited a Tudor palace in winter and wondered why it feels so cold inside, the answer is simple: it always was. In this episode, I explore how people in Tudor England actually stayed warm indoors. Not central heating, not roaring fires in every room, but a daily system built around one hearth, heavy clothing, hot food, shared warmth, and carefully managed routines. We'll look at fireplaces and fuel, why most rooms were never heated at all, how beds were warmed instead of bedrooms, and how people wrote, read, and worked with numb fingers in firelit rooms. From foot warmers taken to church to warming pans slipped between the sheets, heat in the Tudor world was local, temporary, and precious. Understanding how the Tudors dealt with cold changes how we think about daily life, privacy, sleep, work, and even learning in the sixteenth century. Warmth wasn't ambient. It was something you had to make, protect, and share. This is the everyday reality of living in cold stone houses, with one fire, long winters, and no escape from the chill. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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