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It's been in development for five years and has at least a year to go. On the eve of its out-of-town debut, the actor playing Lincoln quit. And the producers still need to raise another $15 million to bring the show to New York. There really is no business like show business. (Part three of a three-part series.) SOURCES:Christopher Ashley, artistic director of La Jolla Playhouse.Debby Buchholz, managing director of La Jolla Playhouse.Carmen Cusack, actor.Quentin Earl Darrington, actor.Joe DiPietro, playwright and lyricist.Crystal Monee Hall, composer, singer, actor.Ivan Hernandez, actor.Michael Rushton, professor of arts administration at Indiana University.Jeffrey Seller, Broadway producer.Alan Shorr, Broadway producer.Daniel Watts, writer, choreographer, actor. RESOURCES:3 Summers of Lincoln (2025)."Review: Visceral ‘3 Summers of Lincoln' is thrilling and thought-provoking," by Pam Kragen (San Diego Union-Tribune, 2025)."What's Wrong with the Theatre is What's Wrong With Society," by Michael Rushton (ArtsJournal, 2023)."American Theater Is Imploding Before Our Eyes," by Isaac Butler (New York Times, 2023).The Moral Foundations of Public Funding for the Arts, by Michael Rushton (2023). EXTRAS:“How to Make the Coolest Show on Broadway,” by Freakonomics Radio (2024).“You Can Make a Killing, but Not a Living,” by Freakonomics Radio (2024).

A hit like Hamilton can come from nowhere while a sure bet can lose $20 million in a flash. We speak with some of the biggest producers in the game — Sonia Friedman, Jeffrey Seller, Hal Luftig — and learn that there is only one guarantee: the theater owners always win. (Part two of a three-part series.) SOURCES:Debby Buchholz, managing director of La Jolla Playhouse.Sonia Friedman, Broadway producer.Rocco Landesman, Broadway producer, former owner of Jujamcyn Theaters, former chairman of the National Endowment for the Arts.Hal Luftig, Broadway producer.Luis Miranda Jr., political strategist, founding president of the Hispanic Federation, the Northern Manhattan Arts Alliance, Viva Broadway, and The Public Theater.Michael Rushton, professor of arts administration at Indiana University.Jeffrey Seller, Broadway producer.Richard Winkler, Broadway producer.Stacy Wolf, professor of theater at Princeton University. RESOURCES:Theater Kid: A Broadway Memoir, by Jeffrey Seller (2025).Relentless: My Story of the Latino Spirit That Is Transforming America, by Luis Miranda Jr. (2024).Beyond Broadway: The Pleasure and Promise of Musical Theatre Across America, by Stacy Wolf (2019)."‘Hamilton' Inc.: The Path to a Billion-Dollar Broadway Show," by Michael Paulson and David Gelles (New York Times, 2016)."On the Performing Arts: The Anatomy of Their Economic Problems," by W.J. Baumol and W.G. Bowen (The American Economic Review, 1965). EXTRAS:“How to Make the Coolest Show on Broadway,” by Freakonomics Radio (2024).“You Can Make a Killing, but Not a Living,” by Freakonomics Radio (2024).

It has become fiendishly expensive to produce, and has more competition than ever. And yet the believers still believe. Why? And does the world really want a new musical about ... Abraham Lincoln?! (Part one of a three-part series.) SOURCES:Christopher Ashley, artistic director of La Jolla Playhouse.Quentin Darrington, actor.Joe DiPietro, playwright and lyricist.Crystal Monee Hall, composer, singer, actor.Rocco Landesman, Broadway producer, former owner of Jujamcyn Theaters, former chairman of the National Endowment for the Arts.Alan Shorr, Broadway producer.Daniel Watts, writer, choreographer, actor.Richard Winkler, Broadway producer. RESOURCES:3 Summers of Lincoln (2025)“Live Performance Theaters in the US - Market Research Report (2014-2029),” by Grace Wood (IBISWorld, 2024). Leadership: In Turbulent Times, by Doris Kearns Goodwin (2018).Big River (1984) EXTRAS:“How to Make the Coolest Show on Broadway,” by Freakonomics Radio (2024).“You Can Make a Killing, but Not a Living,” by Freakonomics Radio (2024).

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In this episode of the Admittedly Podcast, host Thomas Caleel dives deeper into deferrals. He breaks down what deferrals are, why schools do it, and what it means for YOU! Key Takeaways: Deferrals Are NOT Rejections: Understanding what it means to be deferred is critically important to your application process if you're applying Early Action or Early Decision. Yield Management is a Big Factor: Schools act in their best interest, and have ideal yield margins to hit each year. Yield is the number of students who accepted an offer over the number of offers given out and can be a big indicator of how selective schools are. You Can Make a Difference: Letters of continued interest and other supplementary information may be requested from you. This can have a large impact on your chances of being accepted during regular decision. Deferrals Went Up This Year (And Thomas Has Thoughts): Listen in for Thomas' personal theory as on why this year we experienced a spike in deferrals. Being deferred is not ideal, but it does not mean you lost your chance at being accepted. If you have thoughts, want to share your experience, or have questions about this episode, drop a comment on Instagram or TikTok at @admittedlyco. For more expert insight on college admissions, follow Thomas on Instagram and TikTok at @admittedlyco! Visit www.admittedly.co to find out more about what we at Admittedly can do to help you aim for top colleges.

Welcome to 'Awakening with Oliver'! I'm your host, Oliver, and I'm excited to share this powerful conversation with my special guest, Venus.Are you tired of feeling silenced and stuck, unable to express your true emotions? Venus and I are here to help you break free and find your authentic voice!In this episode, we'll explore the importance of embracing your emotions and speaking your truth. You'll learn how to tap into your inner strength, overcome self-doubt, and unleash your unique voice to the world.Get ready to rise above the noise and make your mark! Join us on this transformative journey as we dive into the world of emotions, self-expression, and empowerment.Episode Outline: "Awake with Oliver"Chapters:00:00 Intro 00:46 I wouldn't say I like the Government 02:35 Emotions 06:25 Growing Up, I Was Always Told No12:43 Masculine and Feminine 16:05 You Can Make a Choice 19:26 Break the Cycle 25:36 How Do You Treat People You Said No To? 26:55 You Just Wanted to Be Heard 29:09 Trials and Errors Observing People34:22 Being Heard Is a Basic Need39:03 Don't Blame Other People40:41 True Rage41:50 Suppression of AngerThey discuss1. The importance of acknowledging and understanding emotions, which is a recurring theme throughout the episode.2. Personal experiences of being told "no" during their childhood and how it shaped their perspective on life.3. The concept of masculine and feminine energies and their roles in personal growth and relationships (4. The importance of recognizing personal choices and taking responsibility for one's life 5. Guidance on how to break free from patterns and cycles that hold us back 6. The importance of treating others with respect, especially those we disagree with.7. The Need to Be Heard: Highlights the fundamental human need to be heard and understood.8. Share insights gained from observing people and their behaviors 9. The Importance of Being Heard: Reiterates the significance of being heard and validated in our personal and professional lives.10.  The need to take personal responsibility and avoid blaming others for our circumstances.11. Explores the concept of true rage and its differences from other forms of anger 12.  The potential consequences of suppressing anger and the importance of addressing it in a healthy manner.Guest Bio Venus/Dayna has studied in the fields of yoga, Tantra yoga, sexual shamanism, and tantric massage while traveling the world the past 10 years. She spends her time creating intimacy wherever she goes & stays deeply connected to herself & the Earth's rhythms. She offers 1:1 coaching & bodywork sessions and group workshops where she currently lives in the West of Ireland.Links:@venusian_magicdaynapender21@gmail.comStay Connected:Follow Oliver on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yeskingoliverWant to regain control of your life from modern-day stress, anxiety, and influence?Check out my FREE course - take control!     http://www.talkwitholiver.com

You Can Make a Difference Week 2: We are Called to Make a Difference In Jesus' final words to his followers He gave us the Great Commission (Matthew 28:18-20; Acts 1:8). That commission instructs us to tell people about Him everywhere; across the street, across town, and around the world. During missions month we will hear from missionaries and local ministries learning how we can impact our world through praying, giving, and going. You won't want to miss hearing about how God is at work all over the world and how YOU can be part of that! Join us for Bible teaching and meaningful worship through music every Sunday at Northpark! Sign up for email updates, send prayer requests, give online and stay connected with us at: www.NorthparkChurch.org

You Can Make a Difference Week 2: We are Called to Make a Difference In Jesus' final words to his followers He gave us the Great Commission (Matthew 28:18-20; Acts 1:8). That commission instructs us to tell people about Him everywhere; across the street, across town, and around the world. During missions month we will hear from missionaries and local ministries learning how we can impact our world through praying, giving, and going. You won't want to miss hearing about how God is at work all over the world and how YOU can be part of that! Join us for Bible teaching and meaningful worship through music every Sunday at Northpark! Sign up for email updates, send prayer requests, give online and stay connected with us at: www.NorthparkChurch.org

You Can Make a Difference Week 1: Why is it important for us to give to missions? In Jesus' final words to his followers He gave us the Great Commission (Matthew 28:18-20; Acts 1:8). That commission instructs us to tell people about Him everywhere; across the street, across town, and around the world. During missions month we will hear from missionaries and local ministries learning how we can impact our world through praying, giving, and going. You won't want to miss hearing about how God is at work all over the world and how YOU can be part of that! Join us for Bible teaching and meaningful worship through music every Sunday at Northpark! Sign up for email updates, send prayer requests, give online and stay connected with us at: www.NorthparkChurch.org

You Can Make a Difference Week 1: Why is it important for us to give to missions? In Jesus' final words to his followers He gave us the Great Commission (Matthew 28:18-20; Acts 1:8). That commission instructs us to tell people about Him everywhere; across the street, across town, and around the world. During missions month we will hear from missionaries and local ministries learning how we can impact our world through praying, giving, and going. You won't want to miss hearing about how God is at work all over the world and how YOU can be part of that! Join us for Bible teaching and meaningful worship through music every Sunday at Northpark! Sign up for email updates, send prayer requests, give online and stay connected with us at: www.NorthparkChurch.org

One of the very faithful readers of this Warm Thoughts column recently sent me an article entitled, "You Can Make a Difference." It was an article informing the public to take action on October 26th and make that day a day of caring, a national day to inform us that the Make a Difference Day can help everyone to help others. The sixth annual event, in partnership with the Points of Light Foundation, takes place on October 26th. Mark your calendar! How do you plan to spend Make a Difference Day? It may be a month away, but it is not too early to think about what you can do to help your community pull together a project for the day. You can also make a difference in the life of even one lonely shut in, give a helping hand to a busy mother, write a letter of cheer to someone in need of an encouraging word, or touch the life of a child by sharing the gift of time with that child. Perhaps Saturday, October 26th does not fit into your schedule. Then make it October 17th for a day that will also make a difference day for you or someone in need.There is no age limit for this Make a Difference Day. The stories of volunteers are very heartwarming. In Maryland, 10 year olds gave personal items to an older friend. Two retired teachers in Selma, Alabama befriended a 96 year old widow, helping her to continue to live independently. And in Washington State, friends celebrated their 50th birthday by collecting 7,500 pounds of food, clothing, and blankets for an emergency network. Perhaps this Make a Difference Day can focus on your regular service project in the church or community. If you want a big impact on Make a Difference Day, pull the community together to blitz a needed project or solve an existing need in the community. Just think about it. Will you make a difference? One person can make a difference. Will it be you? Warm Thoughts to Ponder: Give what you have to someone, it may be better than you dare to think. Longfellow. Remember October 26th is Make a Difference Day! Warm Thoughts from the Little Home on the Prairie Over a Cup of Tea by Dr. Luetta G WernerPublished in the Marion Record, September 19th, 1996.Download the Found Photo Freebie and cherish your memories of the past.Enjoy flipping through the Vintage Photo Book on your coffee table.I hope you enjoyed this podcast episode! Please follow along on this journey by going to visualbenedictions.com or following me on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest. You can listen to the podcast on Apple Podcast,Spotify,Stitcher, and Overcast. And don't forget to rate and review so more people can tune in! I'd greatly appreciate it.Till next time,Trina

Maggie Smith wrote a poem that went viral, but that wasn't the cause of her divorce. It was just one moment in a much bigger story about infidelity, raising children, and learning to live in a haunted house. Need some divorce catharsis? Join us.  Maggie Smith is the best-selling award-winning author of the memoir, You Could Make This Place Beautiful. She also wrote Good Bones and Keep Moving. Her writing has appeared in the New York Times, New Yorker, The Nation, The Paris Review, and The Best American Poetry. Her awards include the Academy of American Poets Prize, Pushcart Prize, and a fellowship from the National Endowment for the Arts.  Transcript MAGGIE SMITH: It's like the Instagram fail where you try to make the cake based on the beautiful unicorn cake you see, and then it's like, "Nailed it!"—and it looks like it's melting off to the side. You know, no one wants to make something that doesn't become the shining image in your mind you think you're making. BLAIR HODGES: That's Maggie Smith talking about her national best-selling book You Could Make This Place Beautiful. Her cake metaphor gets at some of the anxieties any author might feel, but it also works as a description of the marriage she wrote about in that book. Things started off well, with high hopes and visions of a shared future, but it turned into a Nailed It scenario when she discovered her husband's affair. Maggie Smith joins us to get real about divorce, family, patriarchy, raising kids, and more.     WHAT SOME PEOPLE ASK (01:21)   BLAIR HODGES: Maggie Smith, welcome to Family Proclamations. MAGGIE SMITH: Thanks for having me. BLAIR HODGES: I thought we'd start off by having you read one of the pieces in your book, it's called "Some People Ask," because it's short but it gives a nice overview of a lot of the things you talk about in this memoir about divorce and family, about your career, and about all kinds of things. Let's have you read that on page ten. "Some People Ask." MAGGIE SMITH: These were my attempts at—people won't ask me these questions if I put the questions and answers in the book. Alas, that did not actually deter the questions. So this is one of them. Some People Ask “So, how would you describe your marriage? What happened?” Every time someone asks me a question like this, every time someone asks about my marriage, or about my divorce experience, I pause for a moment. Inside that imperceptible pause I'm thinking about the cost of answering fully. I'm weighing it against the cost of silence. I could tell the story about the pinecone, the postcard, the notebook, the face attached to the name I googled, the name I googled written in the handwriting I'd seen my name in, and the names of our children, for years and years. I could tell them how much I've spent on lawyers, or how much I've spent on therapy, or how much I've spent on dental work from grinding my teeth in my sleep, and how many hours I sleep, which is not many, but at least if I'm only sleeping a few hours at night, then I'm only grinding my teeth a few hours a night. I could talk about how a lie is worse than whatever the lie is draped over to conceal. I could talk about what a complete mindf*ck it is to lose the shelter of your marriage, but also how expansive the view is without that shelter, how big the sky is. “Sometimes people just grow apart,” I say. I smile, take a sip of water. Next question. BLAIR HODGES: I love the "Some People Ask" sections. They're scattered throughout the book, and they get at questions I think a lot of divorced people run into. I think this is why folks who have been through divorce can relate so much to the book is these questions that are so familiar. What strikes me is, all that thinking in the italic text that you read, that happens in a split second. All of that calculus is so fast. MAGGIE SMITH: It does. I mean, it has to happen fast. Because when you're on the spot—whether you're on stage at an event, or doing a podcast, or someone catches you at the farmers market, like a neighbor—you have to do that quick mental math. What do I really want to get myself into right now? BLAIR HODGES: There's something else behind the question of “what happened,” which is like, what really happened? People kind of want like—there's probably something that's not public, or they want the tea. The question can be asked out of sincere regard for you, but there's also, most of the time probably a little bit of that human impulse to just want to know the dirt. MAGGIE SMITH: I think that's true, but I also think particularly with divorce, the wanting to know—that curiosity is a self-protective impulse. People don't even recognize that impulse when they are asking, but what they're really asking is, how does this not happen to me?   GROWING APART (04:44)   BLAIR HODGES: Oof. That resonates with people. Throughout the book my mind kept going back to this pinecone. You mentioned the story about the pinecone. Basically this is part of how you found out your husband was cheating on you. He had given your child this pinecone, and then later on you discovered this is a pinecone he picked up on a walk with a woman he was seeing in another state. I can hardly wrap my head around him giving that to your child. It's connected to this whole other thing he was doing. MAGGIE SMITH: That was why I threw it away. [laughter] BLAIR HODGES: That's right. The line I kept thinking of too from this one is, "sometimes people just grow apart." Now that the book's out, does that line still work? Do you find yourself still in conversations like this? People can know more, a lot more, about the situations you went through. Do you still find yourself sometimes having to say, "You know, sometimes things just don't work out?" MAGGIE SMITH: You know, the deep irony of that is when I wrote that section of the book, I thought the truth was in all of that italicized internal monologue text. The sort of, not really lie, but the "let's just get this over with” quick and easy answer was “Sometimes people just grow apart,” and the longer I've been sitting with this, the more I realized that's true. Everything in the paragraph is true, too. But “sometimes people just grow apart,” as sort of toss off an answer as that is, it actually is not inaccurate, and it's not not what happened. I mean, that happened also. BLAIR HODGES: The thing is, the growing apart could be incredibly painful or the growing apart could be incremental over years and people diverge in interests or mature into different people. The growth apart can be really painful, so it can be a true answer, and at the same time what's behind that answer could be really different depending on who you're talking to. MAGGIE SMITH: I just had friends who celebrated twenty years together, and they're posting photos of their younger selves, and you swipe to see the current version, or how it started, how it's going—that kind of meme. It feels like a miracle to me now that there are so many people who grow together over twenty, forty, sixty years instead of growing apart. I think it's a beautiful miracle that some people manage to do that. I did not. BLAIR HODGES: We see you grieve that. There are several times in the book where you talk about grieving the loss of that kind of connected relationship over the years. At this point in your life you can't ever have that. You can't have a relationship you shared when you were in your twenties and are now in your forties. That person is connected to the person you were with and it's not possible to recover it. MAGGIE SMITH: I get a little envious of seeing pictures of people from the nineties and they're still with that person. I don't get to do that. I don't get to carry forward that human being with another human being. I suppose if I met someone and got married this year and live to be ninety-seven, I could still have a golden anniversary, if they also live to be ninety-seven. I think it's unlikely that's going to happen. That was actually a fair amount of the grieving process. It wasn't just my specific marriage. I think everybody gets this. It's all the things in the future you think are guaranteed you when you "settle down" with someone, and then all those things go up in smoke when it doesn't work out.   REGRETS (08:38)   BLAIR HODGES: Did you wrestle a lot with feeling like those years were lost? A lot happened. You had kids during those years. You grew professionally. You struck out on your own in bold professional moves. You became a successful and very known writer. I'm wondering if there's a sense of lost years, because even some people that have a lot of things to look back on fondly still might feel like, "Dang it, I wish those years were spent differently." Do you live with a sense of regret about it? MAGGIE SMITH: No, not necessarily. I think at the beginning I did. Like, "Really, now I'm in my forties and I have to start over? Now?" It would have been easier ten years ago, for sure. It would have been easier fifteen years ago, for sure. But when I look at my kids and the life we've built here it's impossible to imagine it happening any other way. Because to rewind the film far enough to get a different result, I would be erasing them from the story and I can't. BLAIR HODGES: I wanted to ask you about this. How long—to preface this question—how long was it from beginning to end of writing the book? Do you remember? MAGGIE SMITH: Some pieces of the book existed before I knew I was writing a book. I pulled some poems in. I pulled some previous essays in, but I wrote the book for a year. BLAIR HODGES: The reason I ask is because we get to see you grow during that year. This is one of my "gasp out loud" moments. There are a few of them in the book where I literally gasped. It usually involved something your ex had done. But this one, one of the biggest for me, was something you said. When people would ask you a question, "Wasn't it all worth it because you got the kids out of it?" Earlier in the book your internal voice says, "Actually, I might undo it all, even knowing that would entail the kids." What you verbally say to the person is, "Well, I can't imagine life without my kids." The thing you're not seeing in italics is, "Maybe,” or “maybe even probably." But we see you grow from that. Talk about that growth over the course of the book, because that was a huge admission to be like, "You know what? Maybe not. Maybe it wasn't worth all that pain." MAGGIE SMITH: Not just for me, but for them. A lot of what I wish for them is a different kind of childhood and a different kind of family. I remember thinking about if I never had my children I wouldn't miss them, because I wouldn't have known them and they wouldn't miss me because they wouldn't have known me, and so it's not hurting anyone to say I would rewind the tape and completely do this all over again. Throughout the course of writing the book and living that year and sitting with everything and really thinking about it, I got to a place where I was like, "No, actually, I'll take the heat." I think it's worth taking the heat myself. I think they can take the heat enough so we get to have each other and in the end that has to be worth it. I did a lot of that in the book. A lot of my thinking at the beginning of the book is not my thinking at the end. That's an accurate reflection of life. Not necessarily a convenient narrative arc. "Oh, on second thought, I changed my mind, reader, from what I told you thirty pages ago." But that's how we live. I don't know how we live without that.   ON SECOND THOUGHT (12:04)   BLAIR HODGES: It didn't feel like a setup. I felt like I was experiencing you process that in real time and that when you wrote that original piece you hadn't set out thinking, "How is this going to fit into my book overall?" You were writing the pieces as they came and we get to experience that growth with you. Here's the piece "On Second Thought." It's short. I'll just read it. It says: I've been thinking about what I said before about wanting to undo it all. The more that time passes, the less I feel that way. Rilke comes to me in these moments—this is a poet—whispering no feeling is final. I don't just want to have kids, I want these kids, though dammit, I wish they had an easier path to travel. I wish we all had an easier path. Here's what I think about the most. In some parallel universe I can save the children and jettison the marriage. This is magical thinking, as in some Greek myth we're yet to discover. A son and daughter spring from me whole. No feeling is final. It strikes me, that can turn in on itself when it comes to joy too. That quote usually we think about if you're depressed or something, no feeling is final, but there's also a sense in which the best joys can be fleeting. MAGGIE SMITH: That is the last part of a quote I actually have—I'm looking at it right now on a sticky note on my office window. It's been living there for so many years, which tells you I don't wash my windows. "Let everything happen to you. Beauty and terror. Just keep going. No feeling is final." I feel so much of life is toggling between beauty and terror. Sometimes in the same three-minute stretch. BLAIR HODGES: It's great to see your relationship with your kids throughout the book. There's a beautiful piece about Violet, your daughter, and mixtapes. You both have bonded over music. MAGGIE SMITH: That's one of the coolest things as they get older. I feel like I set a music syllabus pretty early with my kids. We had a “no kids music” rule in our house, like no Kidz Bop, no music for children. We just tried to choose clean-ish music so we could enjoy it. One of the coolest things is seeing what from my music syllabus they're carrying forward and what they like of early to mid-nineties indie rock, and then what they strike out and find on their own. That's pretty much a metaphor for living with children. BLAIR HODGES: That's exactly why I brought it up. Then also the reciprocal love, the love your children showed for you. There's a piece called "Hidden Valentines," where your son Rhett had gone out of town. I think he went to his dad's— MAGGIE SMITH: I have one right here! It says, "You are nice and you make me laugh." BLAIR HODGES: He put these all around the house for you. It's so sweet. So I see romance happening in the book even when your partner was gone after the divorce. A certain kind of romance. MAGGIE SMITH: It's funny. It's the end of a love story, but not the end of all the love stories. I really think so much of this book is a love letter to writers and writing, but it's also a love letter to parents and kids, and a love letter to my kids in particular. The real love story is a self-love story, and finding yourself in the mess, but we have each other.   DIVISION OF LABOR (15:26)   BLAIR HODGES: That's Maggie Smith, and we're talking about her memoir, You Could Make this Place Beautiful. Her writings appeared in The New York Times, The New Yorker, The Nation, the Paris Review, and the Best American Poetry. She's a best-selling, award winning author of the books Good Bones and Keep Moving. Those books are also available. Maggie, you write a lot in this book about a common problem in marriage. This podcast has other episodes that will touch more on this, but I liked how you explore it, and that's how professional success and a division of labor in marriage can make a big impact. You wrote a poem that went viral. This was a landmark moment in your journey toward divorce, because your partner had started out as a writer as well and then had diverged from that path to become a lawyer. And it seemed like because you persisted with writing your partner couldn't fully embrace your professional success and he'd even downplay and sometimes even ridicule your career as maybe a hobby or a little indulgence. He also wanted you to step into the traditional mother role, despite the fact you're both progressive-minded folks. There was one time when he called you on a work trip to come home because your son had a fever. That, again, was another one of these gasp out loud moments. MAGGIE SMITH: I think this happens in all kinds of families, whether one of the partners is an artist or a writer or not. It doesn't necessarily keep itself to families where one person has a more traditional job and one person has a creative job. Frankly, it doesn't only happen in families in cis-het marriages where the man out-earns the woman. I know women who earn more than their husbands who are still packing every lunch and doing every pediatrician appointment and having a hard time getting away for professional obligations. I know lots of women who, when they go to conferences, someone comes up to them and says, "Oh, who's got the kids?" BLAIR HODGES: I've never heard that. MAGGIE SMITH: Exactly. And I don't think men get that, "Oh, who's got the kids?" Everyone assumes your partner has the kids. It's a real issue, and it's not a poetry versus law issue. It's not a creative versus traditional issue. I don't even think it's about earning—although I do think it can make the power dynamic more pronounced when one person significantly out-earns the other. BLAIR HODGES: It's in the data. MAGGIE SMITH: It's in the data. And there is a sense of feeling somewhat exempt from some of the domestic responsibilities if you are the person who's paying most of the bills via your income. That sets up couples for a lot of resentment, frankly. I don't think there's anything that kills a relationship faster than resentment, feeling like you can't be your full self. BLAIR HODGES: I think that's right. You talk a lot about it in the book, but you also pull back somewhat, because you mention at one point there's this spreadsheet of the cognitive labor that you're doing in the relationship, the day-to-day schedule keeping. One example that comes to mind for me is when a dad feels like he really succeeded because he showed up to Junior's ballgame, but he didn't take them to practices. But he didn't sign Junior up for ball. He's not washing Junior's uniform. He's not bringing treats, blah, blah, blah. But he feels like a really involved dad because he shows up for the game. You talk about this spreadsheet of labor and then you say, "I thought about including it here, but I'm not going to." So you didn't include the actual spreadsheet. But really, you know it's peppered throughout the book, right? The spreadsheet is pretty much in the book. MAGGIE SMITH: It's pretty much in the book. Anyone reading this knows what's on the spreadsheet. We all know—or maybe if you don't know what's on your spreadsheet— BLAIR HODGES: Thank you. MAGGIE SMITH: —take some time and write it down. Sometimes I'll get done with a day, and I'll think I feel like “I didn't accomplish much today,” meaning I only wrote five hundred words or something. Then if I think about what I accomplished, I've done three loads of laundry, I took the dog to the vet, I signed up someone for a camp or soccer, I emailed a teacher about a project my child had a question on, I looked at something, I planned a vacation, I did this, I did this. It's so much of that domestic stuff that doesn't count as "work" that takes up so much time and doesn't really feel like accomplishment or achievement. It's not performative. It's invisible labor. The one thing I realized about my invisible labor is when I was gone to teach or give a reading or visit a university, the invisible labor your partner does becomes very, very visible to you when they are not there. You realize the dishes don't do themselves and the laundry doesn't just arrive folded in the dresser drawer and the play dates don't get scheduled without this human being. BLAIR HODGES: This reminds me of your "Google Maps" essay where you wrote this beautiful piece about tracing your divorce through Google Maps, because you can go back and see pictures of the house. You sent it to your partner after the divorce to say, "Hey, take a look at this. I'm going to be publishing this and it involves you so I thought you should take a look before it goes out." He sent you notes back and one of them was like, "Oh, see the recycle bin? I took that out." [laughter] MAGGIE SMITH: It was illuminating. His edits were like, all of my crying was deleted. Anytime I mentioned crying was deleted. BLAIR HODGES: That's too on the nose, Maggie. Isn't that too on the nose? [laughs] MAGGIE SMITH: I mean, that's why I said it was psychologically revealing. Wanting credit for household chores and wanting to not acknowledge the pain you've caused another person. I found that interesting. I published that piece in the Times. I didn't think I was going to write a memoir, so I thought that was it. But when I went to write the memoir, I thought, I don't know how to tell the story without offering these edits as a kind of shorthand. I mean, I'm not going to offer the annotated version in this document, but it said so much in so little space. You know how if you know someone well, you look at them across the room at a party and their expression tells you “It's time to go,” or “Get a load of this.” That's kind of how I received those edits. It was a lot of data in a very small space.   MOTIVATION(S) (22:11)   BLAIR HODGES: I imagine there were probably legal considerations or some interpersonal considerations about sending it to him first. As you were writing that piece and then the book more in depth, did you worry at all about his reputation? Maybe the lesson here is, don't ever marry an author. But at the time, he was one. MAGGIE SMITH: It's tricky. We have responsibility to other people when we write about them. I was careful and people who know me, very considerate. The people who know more about the situation are like, "Oh, yeah, you were really considerate." [laughter] And I was. And not just because of the legal considerations. That's always something, but also because I didn't write this book to hurt other people. I certainly didn't write this book to expose other people. For people who might be thinking about writing about their lives, whether in a memoir or an essay or something, if they think they're going to share it with other people, the piece of advice I have is to always think about your motivations. If your motivation is anger or revenge or “they thought they could do this, well now I'll show them,” then put your pen down. Or pick your pen up, but that's for your journal or something you can share with a therapist or a friend. That's like Happy Hour venting. If your desire is to know yourself better because you're curious about a situation, because you think unpacking this might be useful for you or for someone else, I think those are safer, healthier motivations for writing about your life, and will probably, if you keep true to those motivations, will keep you out of the weeds. BLAIR HODGES: I want to go back to motivations in a second, but also want to point out you don't name him. You call him “Redacted” sometimes. This is the age of Google though. MAGGIE SMITH: If people want to do the legwork, anybody can find anything. BLAIR HODGES: Is it weird to you that people do? I did. [laughs] MAGGIE SMITH: It's a little strange, but I think it's a human impulse. Have I read stories where someone was unnamed and have I tried to figure out who they are? Of course. We've all done that. I don't think there's any shame in it. We live in an age where if you can find Trump's taxes, you can find anything. BLAIR HODGES: It's true. I also wanted to point out too, here's a piece called "An Offering," where you say: I feel like I need to reiterate something. This isn't the story of a good wife and a bad husband. Was I easy to live with? Probably not. I crave time to myself. I thought I knew best what the children needed. I was stubborn. I disliked, dislike confrontation. So I could be, can be avoidant or passive aggressive. We see this confessional mode a few times throughout the book, too. MAGGIE SMITH: Gina Frangello, who's a terrific writer, said something really smart about memoir, which is there are two essential ingredients. One is self-assessment and the other is societal interrogation. I think this book has both, which I'm grateful for because I didn't know the two ingredients from Gina until after I was done writing it and had already turned it in. But that goes back to motivations. If you are writing a book in which you are going to be the hero of your story? No. That's the wrong motivation. Not only did I not want to write that book, I don't want to read that book. I don't want to read that book. That's too easy. BLAIR HODGES: That's right. It's wonderful to see you wrestling with motivations throughout the book. This book is very meta. You talk about the creation of the book throughout the book, and what we learn is you didn't have one single pure motive. There were times when you talk about being led by curiosity and writing was an exercise in trying to figure out what you thought about something. When you're trying to make sense of everything. Another reason why you would publish it is so you could share pain and share discovery with other people. This is where memoir becomes a sort of curation. Why we read memoirs is because we get to try on other people's lives. Or why we ask someone what really happened, in that question is, “I want to see how this fits on me.”   MY TEACHER, MY PAIN (25:57)   There's one particular lesson you're trying to draw out. This comes out in this piece I just read from called, "An Offering." You're quoting from a Buddhist teacher about how—and this is the Amazon highlighted quote by the way. If you go to your Amazon page, this is the top highlighted part of your book. MAGGIE SMITH: Oh, wow. BLAIR HODGES: Here it is. It says: Thank you for the pain you caused me because that pain woke me up. It hurt enough to make me change. “Wish for more pain,” a friend's therapist once told her, “because that's how you'll change.” That really resonated with people. Pain teaches us. There's a utility to pain. There can be an underside to that, of celebrating pain or of having a privileged pain when other people have worse pains. It can be easier for me to talk about pain when the pain could be worse. I wanted to explore that with you, about the limits of the idea that pain can teach us. Because I agree it can, but there's limits to that. MAGGIE SMITH: Of course. I would like to learn lessons any other way, frankly. I don't want pain to be my teacher. But I think the bottom line is we don't get to choose our teachers. And so I've learned a lot in my life through joy. I've learned a lot in my life through, frankly, confusion, and not knowing things and having to figure it out for myself. In the case of the end of my marriage, experiencing that pain and grief and loss taught me a lot about myself. I don't know if I would have learned those lessons another way. That doesn't mean the scales are balanced. I'm not at all saying the lessons I learned about myself through my divorce made all this suffering for myself and my family worthwhile because they got me this lesson. No. I would always choose not to have the pain any day of the week. I would rather know less about myself and feel better. Absent that choice, which I did not have, I'm glad to have at least made some progress with myself and my life via this unpleasant experience. I do think that's part of why we go to memoir, it's also to feel seen and feel understood. When we share our pain with someone else, whether it's a big pain or a small pain, I think we're telling other people, “This happened to me, maybe something similar happened to you.” You pick up the book, you read it, and maybe you've been through a very similar experience, and it makes you feel less alone. Maybe you've been through a completely different experience that rocked your world in a similar way. You see how someone else kind of got to the "other side of it" and it gives you a sense of solidarity and like, "Oh, yes, this is the human experience." That's what I'm hoping for in sharing it.   READING MEMOIR (29:53)   BLAIR HODGES: My partner joked with me when I started this podcast, like, "Oh, you're going to include memoir?" In the past, I've just done academic stuff—sociology, psychology, Religious Studies, and all these things. I was a little snooty about memoir, dismissive of it, skeptical of it. But I decided to lean into it for this show. Two things happen when I'm reading a memoir. The two things I love the most. First, when an author says something I already knew in a way I never would have been able to articulate or didn't even realize I knew. The other one is when they tell me something I'd never considered before, but suddenly it snaps into place in the clearest of ways. These revelations that happen when I'm reading. MAGGIE SMITH: That happens to me, too. That's why it's a genre I turn to a lot. I get that from poetry also. I think that's probably why I read primarily nonfiction and poetry because those are places I go to be changed. I can't pick up a book of poems or a memoir and not be a slightly rearranged, slightly different person when I close the book. I don't think we exit good books as the same person we enter them, and that is a gift. BLAIR HODGES: We carry pieces of it with us too. We're changed. I should point out as we're talking about pain and all the suffering you write about, and the grief, and there's anger, there's frustration, there's some joy, there's some love. But you say you're a lot funnier than your book is. There's a footnote that's so funny. It's like, "I wanted twenty percent more wit and twenty percent less pain in here, but this is what we got." [laughter] MAGGIE SMITH: I think my gallows humor comes out in this book because I feel like I meet people all the time, and they're like, "Oh, you're a lot funnier than your writing." That's probably true of a lot of people unless you're maybe David Sedaris. I'm not a humorist. I tend to write through things I'm puzzling over or grappling with, and that's not necessarily a space where I feel free to be funny, but in every other aspect of my life it's part of my life. BLAIR HODGES: It made me think about the function of humor, too. Because sometimes humor can be an escape hatch out of difficult emotions. It felt like you resisted that. You could have—you're a funny person and I'm sure you could have said lots of quips and witty things. But it seems like you resisted them because you're like, "No, I need to stay in this moment and I'm not going to take the escape hatch." MAGGIE SMITH: It's just not that kind of book. I think I could have maybe written a funny book. Well, maybe not that year. I was not in a place to have written a funny book. Maybe I could write the funny book now. But it's something even, and I write about this, it's something even my therapist notices, that whenever I'm telling a particularly painful story or talking about something painful, I laugh. It's so bad, I have to laugh. Like, can you believe that happened? It is that sort of emotional escape hatch, where you can't let yourself look it straight in the eye and go there. It was important for me to do that. BLAIR HODGES: Well, I'm looking forward to your sequel to this book, You Can Make this Place Hilarious. [laughter] MAGGIE SMITH: I know! I wrote a book called Keep Moving. Then after that I thought maybe the next book is just like, Sit Down, or Rest Up, you know? [laughter]   BLAIR HODGES: That's Maggie Smith. We're talking about the book, You Could Make this Place Beautiful. She's an incredible author, and as she mentioned, also wrote a book called Keep Moving, which is a lot more like, keep moving. It's got your happy aphorisms and more motivational stuff. I think pairing these books is a good idea.   BEING HAUNTED (33:18)   BLAIR HODGES: I wanted to talk briefly about being haunted. You kept the house you lived with your family and your partner there, you wanted to keep the house so badly. But it means you live in a haunted house of sorts, in a haunted city. You drive places and see where you went out to eat, or you see where this thing happened, or that thing happened. Then in your house, all the things that happened there. You mention how—you don't put it in this way, but this is what came to mind, that divorce is kind of marriage by another means, especially if you have kids. I mean the relationship has to continue logistically, also in your memory, so divorce is a hard kind of marriage by other means in this hauntedness you describe throughout the book. MAGGIE SMITH: I still live basically in my hometown. It's always been that way. I see people from different stages of my life all the time. I see places that meant things to me all the time. I live in the house I lived in when I was married. My kids are still here. That was never going to change. One of the commitments I've made is keeping my kids' life as untouched by all of this as humanly possible, which is laughable because it's not untouched at all. I mean, it sort of napalmed everything, but the house is still here, and we're still here, and our neighbors are still the same, and they're still in their schools, and they still see the same people all the time, and we still walk to the farmers market. It's important to me to provide as much stability as possible for them. What that means for me is not being able to get that "fresh start" so many people want after a relationship ends, where you want to leave that part of your life behind and move onto something else. When you've lived in the same place for forty years you don't get to do that. You're taking one for the team, but that's what being a parent is. It's taking one for the team over and over and over. To be honest, on one hand it's difficult because there are a lot of memories. On the other hand, I don't think I would have thrived through this challenging time without my community. I don't think that would have been possible if we'd been living someplace else. BLAIR HODGES: Right, like your first lonely solo Christmas when neighbors were coming by and dropping stuff off on Christmas morning. MAGGIE SMITH: It's ridiculous how kind people are to me. People look out for me so much. My family is here. We have Sunday dinners every week. People have asked if it's weird publishing a memoir and having so many people know about your life and then you're walking the streets knowing people are looking at you, maybe knowing more about you than you know about them. It doesn't actually feel that strange. I feel very held here. I feel really supported here. BLAIR HODGES: You could make “this place” beautiful. “This place” means so many things, but I feel like in the book it also means the literal place—that house, which it's so kickass that you bought it. It's yours. It felt really empowering that you were able to do that. Reclaim it as yours. MAGGIE SMITH: The most terrifying part of the divorce other than being on my own was, where are we going to go? Being able to stay in this house, and that was thanks to the book Keep Moving, being able to stay in this house, and being able to provide that for my kids was something I didn't think I was going to be able to do as a poet. It has been really empowering. It's a good way to think of it. It's a double-edged sword. Yes. On one hand, it's a haunted house. Yes, my ex-husband's handwriting is in some of the cookbooks. But on the other hand, we're here and we're still standing.   AFTERLIFE OF A BOOK (37:39)   BLAIR HODGES: I love that. Do you have any favorite criticisms of the book? Something where you're like, "Oh, that's really interesting," or have you tried to ignore any of that kind of stuff? MAGGIE SMITH: I don't think people really ignore it. If fifty people say something nice about your book and one person says something mean, that mean thing will live rent free in your head forever. I think that's just what it is to be human. I try not to tune in too much or put too much stock into either criticism or praise because both can be dangerous. Too much praise can make you complacent and not make you challenge yourself to do better. You're competing against yourself when you're a writer more than you're competing against other people. Most of the criticisms of the book I anticipated. I anticipated people would say, "Why are you airing your dirty laundry?" Which is why that's a question I posed to myself in the book. I anticipated that people would say, "Oh my gosh, aren't you worried about your kids reading this someday?" I anticipated some people not liking the meta aspect of the book or the direct address to the reader. I made those decisions anyway because it's my book. Those people can do things their way if they want to. BLAIR HODGES: I imagine when people meet with you who have read the book—Most of the time if you're going to a reading or something, people enjoy the book. You get to see a lot of different positive reactions. There's so much in the book that a lot of different things could resonate with a lot of different people. There were so many pages I marked, like, I want to ask her about this, I want to ask her about this. But time is limited. There was way more than I could possibly cover, but I saw on Instagram you're celebrating the year anniversary of this book coming out. It's heading into paperback now. You said this book has sparked meaningful life-changing conversations. Maybe before we go, talk about the afterlife of the book as it continues in your conversations. Maybe an example of a meaningful life-changing discussions you've been able to have because of the book. MAGGIE SMITH: Book tour is always an opportunity to do that because I get to go to different cities and sit down with different writers and hear their questions and have a conversation about big life stuff with them. We end up talking about not just divorce, but all kinds of things. We end up talking about patriarchy. We end up talking about parenting. We end up talking about memory and hometowns, and family and secrets, and silence and all kinds of things. Depending on who I'm talking to, that conversation takes a different shape and different texture and different color. If someone wanted to follow me like the Grateful Dead on book tour and come to all of my events for the paperback, they would be witnessing five or six different conversations because they're all so personal. Some of the most meaningful moments I get to have around this book are talking to readers. It's sitting at the signing table and having people come up and hand me a card, or hand me a crystal, or hand warmers they knitted me, a little something, or just to say “I gave this to my mom,” or “my best friend really needed this,” or “I wish I had this when I was going through my divorce twenty years ago.” Something that happens with memoirs when you share a lot of yourself, it inspires or encourages other people to share a little bit about their stories with you too. That's been a beautiful point of connection with readers.   FORGIVENESS (41:48)   BLAIR HODGES: I really hope people who haven't had a chance to check out this book, check it out. It's called You Could Make this Place Beautiful. There's so much we didn't mention, like the fact your husband wound up with Pinecone. I don't know if he's still with Pinecone or not, but that at least happened. He moved out of state, which was earth shattering for you, and how that disconnected him from the kids. There's a ton of stuff we didn't cover, but I thought we would close with having you read a piece on page 302. We started off with a "Some People Will Ask" piece and I thought it would be good to cap it off with a "Some People Will Ask" piece. MAGGIE SMITH: Some people will ask, “You say you want to forgive. Have you?” Someone will ask that, I'm sure, because I ask myself all the time. How do I answer? I could say it's difficult to forgive someone who hasn't expressed remorse. I could counter with questions. Why do I need to forgive someone who doesn't seem to be sorry? What if forgiveness doesn't need to be the goal? The goal is the wish, peace. Can there be peace without forgiveness? How do you heal when there is an open wound that is being kept open, a scab always being picked until it bleeds again. I could say this is my task, seeking peace, knowing the wound may never fully close. “Forgiveness is complicated. To be at peace I think what I need is acceptance. I accept it."   REGRETS, CHALLENGES, & SURPRISES! (43:04)   BLAIR HODGES: That's Maggie Smith, reading from the book You Could Make this Place Beautiful. There's always a segment at the end of these episodes called “Regrets, Challenges, & Surprises.” It's where I ask people about anything they would change about the book now that it's out, what the hardest part about writing it was, or what the most surprising thing was. You've touched on some of these already, but before we go if you have anything to say about regrets, challenges, and surprises, we'll close there. MAGGIE SMITH: I don't think I have any regrets about the way I wrote the book. Surprises? Honestly, I think the reception has been surprising. I did not expect it to be a New York Times bestseller. It's an Ohio poet's memoir. No one was more surprised about that than me. I think I was folding laundry—literally—when my agent called to tell me I made the list. So that was certainly surprising. BLAIR HODGES: And you had two of your favorite songwriters write songs based on your book, too! MAGGIE SMITH: Crazy! Challenges? Fear. I think that's probably whether it's a named challenge or an unnamed challenge, I think that's one of the challenges for all of us. Fear of failure, fear of exposure, fear of litigation, fear of falling short, fear of not making the thing you think you want to build in your mind. It's like the Instagram fail where you try to make the cake based on the beautiful unicorn cake you see, and then it's like, "Nailed it!" And it looks like it's melting off to the side. No one wants to make something that doesn't become the shining image in your mind you think you're making. Fear is always the challenge, and the goal is to overcome that. BLAIR HODGES: The goal is to “keep moving,” as a wise person once said in a book you can also pick up at your favorite local retailer! [laughter] Thanks a ton, Maggie. This has been great. I loved your book. I truly, truly did. I hope people check it out. Thanks for taking time to be on this little show. MAGGIE SMITH: It's my pleasure. Thank you. BLAIR HODGES: Thanks for listening. Special thanks to Camille Messick, my wonderful transcript editor. Thanks to David Ostler, who sponsored this first group of transcripts. I'm looking for more transcript sponsors, these aren't free so help me out! My email address is blair at firesidepod dot org. You can also contact me with questions or feedback about any episode. There's a lot more to come on Family Proclamations. And here's the moment where I do the thing you hear on so many podcasts: Ask you to rate and review the show in Apple Podcasts of in Spotify! Let me know what you think about it so far. Here's a new 5-star review from "Fan of the Sun," and check out the detail here: "I have really enjoyed the variety of books and subjects that have been covered so far. I have been able to incorporate some valuable aspect from each episode into my personal life. Blair is a fantastic interviewer who knows the material and asks engaging questions. He digs deep, yet is able to give the listeners a well-rounded overview." Love that. It's my goal: to go wide but also dig down deep. Thanks fan of the sun, and I imagine that you've already recommended the show to a friend too because you know that's the number one way that people hear about podcasts is through a friend. Thanks to Mates of State for providing our theme song. Family Proclamations is part of the Dialogue Podcast Network. I'm Blair Hodges, and we'll see you next time.

Sustainability in the food supply chain has become a vital consideration for the resolution of food chain risk. It's also become a mission for some food producers and distributors and for some food brands, it's become a marketing mandate. Maisie Ganzler has been orchestrating the critical alignment required for the pursuit of sustainability in the food supply chain and articulating the crucial alignment between marketing and operations. Maisie perfected the concept of organizational support for sustainability, highlighting the creation of specialized roles like the "forager" to facilitate local sourcing initiatives and overcome procurement obstacles. She introduced metrics and tools to track sustainability goals using tools. Passion supplies energy but it's ineffective without leverage, pointing to procurement decisions and organizational culture as key leverage points. Flexibility and adaptability - versus ideology - are essential traits in responding to evolving challenges and opportunities in sustainability efforts. Maisie Ganzler delves into the relationship between personal health and sustainable dietary choices, highlighting the alignment between whole foods consumption and planetary health goals.By integrating marketing, operations, and organizational support, businesses can navigate challenges, build strong relationships, and drive meaningful change toward a more sustainable future.Resources: To connect with Maisie: Maisie GanzlerFind out more about Maisie Ganzler: maisieganzler.comTo Read/Buy the book: You Can't Market Manure at LunchtimeTo buy the book on Amazon: You Can't Market Manure at LunchtimeShow Notes:0:00 | Intro01:57 | You Can't Market Manure at Lunchtime: Maisie Ganzler Defines Sustainability04:38 | Consumer-First: Flavor as Key Benefit05:26 | Mission is Actionable Steps07:02 | What Purpose is About?08:27 | Bon Appétit Management Company: Business Side10:31 | Who is Your Customer?12:25 | Subjective Values14:54 | Tradeoffs: Most Challenging17:29 | Pick One Narrative 19:34 | How Do We Get Our Stories Straight?21:29 | Marketing is Communication23:08 | The Forager: Deeper Relationship25:33 | Scaling Corporation27:26 | Measurement in General 31:18 | Passion 32:34 | You Can Make a Difference: Empowering Through Collaboration35:47 | Adaptability: Don't Be Rigid38:07 | Safety: Eat Lancet Report 39:41 | Wrap-Up: When Will the Book Be Published?

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Hello there! How are you? Welcome to the Monthly Music Challenge podcast with your hosts, Cosmic Bos. Here, I, David Battenberg cake, would like to take this opportunity to welcome you to this extra special episode of the Monthly Music Challenge podcast, all about me, David Battenberg cake, or, more specifically, Happiness, which I, David Battenberg cake, embody. For the second theme of the second year of the MMC, Cosmic Bos chose Happiness, and what a majestic choice that was, it has led to 29 of the finest songs, musical vegan nuggets of delight, that a human or a cake could ever hope to encounter, all wrapped up neatly in this almost 5 hour podcast. So without further ado, I, David Battenberg cake, introduce Andy and Nick Jackson, of Cosmic Bos, the hosts of this podcast. Thank you for that introuduction David, very kind. So, as David said, we have a wealth of awesome music for you in this episode, 28 submissions from the most talented indie musicians working in the world today. As we had so many submissions we went for another round of Big Mic's Big Numbers to help us (or hinder) picking an order for all this saucy awesomeness. You can buy our single on bandcamp here, please consider it, we are donating a portion of profits to Mental Health Charities, it is very dear to David's heart and he wants to support where he can. https://cosmicbos.bandcamp.com/album/happiness-is-a-battenberg-named-david We also made a video to go with the song, which you can find on YouTube here Happiness is a Battenberg Named David Official Video Here is the full tracklist of amazing songs in the episode, they are numbered how they were for Big Mic's Big Numbers and not in the order they are played. Except for track 1, that was us. 1. Cosmic Bos - Happiness is a Battenberg Named David 2. Truck Dog and the Go People - Manaomua (LATE SUB for First Impressions) 3. Andrew Hartshorn - Happiness, You Can Make it Happen 4. Chemical Shift - Utopia 5. A Sea Warren - Happiness 6. Mobidextrous - Bliss 7. Uncle Funkbeard - Lucky Break 8. Colin Pimlott - Happiness is Mine 9. Above the Snow Line - Happiness 10. Taylor Lidstone - My Sweet Paradise 11. Tracy Cloud - Let it Shine 12. Mario Marino, John Serrano and Only the Host - Born in the Stars 13. Nakedverse and Pixie Post - Pixieverse Dimension 14. Starve the Little Devil - I'm Happy 15. John Serrano and Black Creek Rock - I Talk to the Wind 16. TexMex Shaman - Happy Ending 17. Age of Infernal - Happy 18. Sonic Squirrel - Dancing on Fragile Sunshine 19. Smokin' Cola - Happy Hatchet 20. Mr. Woody - Happiness 21. Milly Stale - Buy Happiness 22. TruckDog and the Go People - Chasing Shadows Away 23. Marklyn Retzer - Tutu 24. Notehead - So Happy 25. Natalie Williams Calhoun - Happiness 26. Hellwaddler - A Show of Happiness 27. Gee-Whiz - Happiness 28. Gee-Whiz ft. Conspiracy Corner - Show me the Meaning of Happiness 29. Penelope's Thrill - Clockwork Clouds There you have it, what a list of talent! Cosmic Bos are truly humbled by all of the awesome on display in this episode. Please go and vote in the peoples choice poll on discord, X and there will be a link on youtube etc. Vote for your favourites please. And leave us comments on YouTube, on the podcast episode there. Artists featured, can you please post links to where people can buy your songs in the comments on YouTube, so we can all go support you all. The People Choice Award for MMC 2.1 First Impressions went to (drumroll.......) Above the Snow Line, Tracy Cloud and John Serrano for their song First Impressions, thank you for all that voted, and you clearly have good taste picking this tasty track. Without further ado, the theme for MMC 2.3 will be Intergalactic You have until the 5th April to get your Intergalactic songs to Cosmic Bos. Please send an mp3 and a write up about your song to cosmicbos@gmail.com and if you are a first time submitter please include a Bio, tell us about yourself. We will still accept songs around both the 'First Impressions' and 'Happiness' themes, should you so wish. Thank you so much for being here, we love you, from the bottomberg's of our battenbergs. Please like, share and subscribe to the Monthly Music Challenge, and support indie music, most of the musicians featured in this podcast have music available to buy on bandcamp etc.  Once again, please consider picking up our single https://cosmicbos.bandcamp.com/album/happiness-is-a-battenberg-named-david and leaving a comment on our video, that would be majestic. Next episode (2.3 - Intergalactic) coming on the 7th April. Peace and infinite love Cosmic Bos  

"You Can Make it with a Broken Savior" | Matthew 26:26 | Pastor Samuel Hagos Progressive Chicago by Pastor Charlie Dates

A talk by Thanissaro Bhikkhu entitled "You Can Make a Difference"

This week on Knowing Hymn, we talk about hymn #228, You Can Make the Pathway Bright with text by Helen Silcott Dungan and music by James Dungan. Learn about this husband/wife team that created this hymn of inspiration. Our hymn this week corresponds with the Come, Follow Me reading in 1 and 2 Peter. Join us as we discuss finding joy in the midst of adversity. Connect with us! Website: KnowingHymn.weebly.com Facebook Group: Knowing Hymn Instagram: KnowingHymn Twitter@ KnowingHymn Email: knowinghymn@gmail.com Check out Steve's other podcast, Moveable Do, where he interviews living composers about their lives, their musical journeys, and, of course, their music.

Looking back at past episodes of the show, there are a few memorable ones, not necessarily for anything myself or the other hosts contributed, but rather from some of our esteemed guests.  Of those esteemed guests, one that consistently piles on great information and awesome anecdotes about our hobby is Robert Shanebrook.  A former employee of Eastman Kodak who while working there did everything from build cameras that went to the moon, to helping create some of the company's best film emulsions ever made, even some like TMax which are still being made today. With an incredible wealth of knowledge about Kodak's past and present, Robert still has his fingers on the pulse of the company and the industry and can often give insightful comments on where the industry is headed, so any time Robert agrees to join us, you know you're in for a ton of great information! Joining him on this show is returning guest Mina Saleeb and first time caller Jesse Wisdom.  Of course, joining Robert, Mina, and Jesse are the four horsemen of the world's first and only open source film photography podcast, Anthony, Paul, Theo, and Mike! In this episode, Robert shares his insights into Kodak's recent announcement of their intent to keep making film for as long as there is demand, and what exactly that means for the film community.  Robert reminisces on his days torture testing film and all of the great lengths Eastman Kodak went to making sure only the best film made it to your cameras, he talks about regional films, and a few more memorable film emulsions like Verichrome III and Supra. In addition, Jesse shares his passion for instant film photography and we learn of some history behind Polaroid's lawsuit against Kodak in the 1980s, and how if it weren't for Kodak, Polaroid might have never existed. Mike brings up his Kodak Aero-Ektar surveillance lens, and two recent pickups, a LOMO LC-Wide and W-Nikkor 2.5cm f/4 rangefinder lens.  Anthony shares his experience going to a recent KEH film event in Atlanta and how there is a clear disconnect between younger film enthusiasts and the older generation.  Jesse takes a stand and says that we need to connect the two groups of people as each can benefit from talking to another, but young people don't go on Facebook and old farts don't go on Discord. As always, the topics we discuss on the Camerosity Podcast are influenced by you!  Please don't feel like you have to be an expert on a specific type of camera, or have the level of knowledge on par with other people on the show.  We LOVE people who are new to shooting and are interested in having an episode dedicated to people new to the hobby, so please don't consider your knowledge level to be a prerequisite for joining! The guys and I rarely know where each episode is going to go until it happens, so if you'd like to join us on a future episode, be sure to look out for our show announcements on our Camerosity Podcast Facebook page, and right here on mikeeckman.com.  We usually record every other Monday and announcements, along with the Zoom link are typically shared 2-3 days in advance. For our next episode, we are devoting the entire show to Yashica.  From the earliest Yashica TLRs to Nicca rangefinders to screw mount Yashica SLRs to the final Contax/Kyocera/Yashica SLRs, we plan on covering the entire output of this once great Japanese camera maker.  To help us traverse Yashica's long history, we will be joined by not one, but two Yashica experts who are certain to share with us a great deal of Yashica history and GAS!  If you've ever had any questions about your Yashica Electro or Samurai, this is the episode you won't want to miss, so be sure to join us on Monday, October 30th for the recording of Episode 58! In This Episode The Ultimate Debate: Tim Tam Biscuits vs Mint Slices (aka Girl Scout Thin Mints) Kodak's Statement That They'll Stay in the Film Business As Long As There's Demand Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer Has Increased Interest in Film / 65mm Kodak Double XX Film How Kodak Scaled Down Their Production While Keeping Quality High Kodak Built in Different Tolerances for Consumer and Professional Films / Kodak Torture Tested Film Does Film Need to be as Consistent Today As It Used To Be? You Can Make a Lot of Stuff and Throw Away What's Bad, Or You Can Just Make Only Good Stuff Did Kodak Ever Resell or Give Away Their Film That Failed Quality Checks? Is Expired Film Stored at a Consistent Temp More Stable than Film Stored in Varying Temperatures? 120 Degrees Seems to be the Breaking Point for Film / Humidity is More Detrimental than Temperatures Are Were There Differences in the Same Film Produced in Different Markets? / Tropical Film and Cameras / Kodak ProImage 100 The HBO Series Euphoria Was Shot on Ektachrome / Why Aren't There More Ektachrome Films? Differences in E2, E3, E4, and E6 Processes / Chemical vs Light Reversal How Similar are 1990s Pro Film to Today's Portra? / Iridium Doping Gets Rid of Reciprocity There Was Supposed to Be a Film Before Portra / Vericolor III When Portra Came Out Kodak Couldn't Sell Their Vericolor III Anymore So It Had to be Destroyed What Happened to Kodak Professional Supra Film? Instant Film / At Kodak the People Working on Instant Film Were in Silos Kodak Initially Helped Make Polaroid Film / Edwin Land Would Have Failed Without Kodak's Help Kodak Made the Negative for Polaroid Type 55 Peel Apart Film How Kodak Would Work With Fuji / Advanced Photo System Kodak Had an Earlier Attempt to Make a New 35mm Film in 1979 Aero Ektar Military Lenses / Lenses with Thorium / Don't Lick Radioactive Lenses Ice Station Zebra / 30 Mile Long Rolls of Film in Satellites Dental X-Ray Film / Minilabs in Dentist Offices / Yashica Dental-Eye Anthony Goes to KEH and Sees a Bunch of Youtube Influencers with Very Expensive Cameras / Film Discord Servers Younger People are Enthusiastic About Film and Older People Are Enthusiastic, But the Two Groups Aren't Talking to Each Other Shooting Expired Film Means Something Different Depending on Who You Ask Mike Has a Cat Camera In a Can Made in Japan by Holga (WTF?!) / Film Photography Echo Chambers Mina Bought a KMZ Horizont After the Soviet Episode / Mike Gets a LOMO LC-Wide / W-Nikkor 2.5cm f/4 Rangefinder Lens Robert Shanebrook's "Making Kodak Film" Book is Back In Print, So Order Now if You Want One Links If you would like to offer feedback or contact us with questions or ideas for future episodes, please contact us in the Comments Section below, our Camerosity Facebook Group or Instagram page, or email us at camerosity.podcast@gmail.com. The Official Camerosity Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/camerositypodcast Camerosity Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/camerosity_podcast/ Keppler's Vault 56: Kodak 35mm Film Prototype - https://mikeeckman.com/2020/02/kepplers-vault-56-kodak-35mm-prototype/ Robert Shanebrook - http://www.makingkodakfilm.com/ Mina Saleeb - https://www.instagram.com/crookandflail Theo Panagopoulos - https://www.photothinking.com/ Paul Rybolt - https://www.ebay.com/usr/paulkris and https://www.etsy.com/shop/Camerasandpictures Anthony Rue - https://www.instagram.com/kino_pravda/ and https://www.facebook.com/VoltaGNV/

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SummaryWhen you say, I forgive you, and choose to show love to someone who has hurt you badly, you're free to move forward with your life. IntroductionWho has hurt you the most in life? Who has caused you the most bitterness and pain? Would you be able to look them in the eye today and say, I forgive you? Will Joseph of Egypt Say I Forgive You?That was the decision Joseph of Egypt faced. He was the second most powerful man in the land, and before him came his starving brothers, trying to find food and relief from the famine in their neighbouring country. Around a decade earlier, Joseph's brothers had beaten him up, sold him into slavery, and told his father that he had been killed by wild animals. Had Joseph held on to his hurt? Had his life been peppered with resentment and bitterness? Would he take revenge on his brothers? Or would he say, I forgive you? Joseph Says I Forgive YouJoseph chose to say, I forgive you. But he went further. He asked his brothers to come closer. He hugged his youngest brother, Benjamin, and kissed and wept over each of his other brothers. He didn't just forgive them. He showed them love and affection. He was daring in both his words and his actions! You Can Make the Daring Choice to Say I Forgive You TooYou too can make the daring choice to say to the person who has hurt you the most, I forgive you. But God dares you to go further. He wants you to respond to their evil with good. He wants you to bless the one who has hurt you. Why? Because it's the happiest and healthiest way to live. When Joseph choose to forgive his brothers, the Bible tells us he wept with joy. When you say, I forgive you, and choose to show love to someone who has hurt you badly, you're free to move forward with your life. Think It OverWho are you refusing to say I forgive you to? How is that impacting your holiness and spiritual growth? There's a new episode of Battle Drill Devotional every Monday through Friday. Click on the link - https://linktr.ee/battlefieldresources - to listen, watch or subscribe to this podcast. This Week's Battle Drill DevotionalsMonday 21 August - God's Beautiful Gift Of Grace: Does God Forgive All Sins? Tuesday 22 August - Forgive Us Our Trespasses: This Is What Amazing Forgiving People Can Ask Wednesday 23 August - Punish or Pardon? How To Forgive Someone Who Hurt You Thursday 24 August - I Forgive You: The Most Daring Words People Say Friday 25 August - The Truth About Forgiving What You Can't Forget Right Now Related LinksPlease Consider Leaving Your FeedbackDid you know you can now give each post and podcast episode on my website a star rating? I value your feedback about what I am writing and teaching, so I can improve and try to give you content that will better nourish, challenge, and equip you for your Christian jo

Join us as Pastor Ethan Fisher continues our "Believe" series. This week he shares a powerful message, "You Can Make a Difference." Sermon Notes are available on YouVersion. Under Events search for Gateway Church Houston or click the following link:https://bible.com/events/49114733 New here? We would love to connect with you and welcome you! Fill out this virtual connect card and our team will be in touch with a simple welcome email https://gatewayhome.churchcenter.com/people/forms/243067 Recently prayed the prayer of Salvation? We would love to celebrate with you, Text ‘purpose' to 94000 or click here: https://gatewayhome.churchcenter.com/people/forms/57915 If you need prayer for anything at all, our team would love to pray for you! Email us at prayer@gatewayhome.com or send us your prayer request here: https://gatewayhome.churchcenter.com/people/forms/124351 Your giving makes a difference. If you would like to give today, you can do so online at https://pushpay.com/g/gatewaychurchkaty or text “giveonline” to 94000 For all other questions or comments, email us at info@gatewayhome.com Make sure to follow us on Social Media and subscribe to our YouTube channel so you are the first to know about new content that we pray will be a blessing to you! Church Online: https://live.gatewayhome.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gatewayhomehtx Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gatewayhome YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/GatewayChurchHouston Website: www.gatewayhome.com

You Can Make the Hard Seem Wonderful  This week we are talking with Jill Blumenstock. Jill found yoga in 2003 while braving the challenges she faced in medical school. She soon found herself buried in spiritual books instead of her textbooks and after three years of medical school and much soul searching, she withdrew from medical school knowing that she had greater gifts to offer the world through yoga. When something changes your life so profoundly and completely, you want to share it with the world. After moving to South Jersey, she began to teach in April 2006 and found inspiration in the creativity of Vinyasa Yoga. She completed two 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training programs: one in Vinyasa Yoga and one in alignment-focused Anusara Yoga. She completed the 500 Hour Ayurvedic Yoga Teacher Training at Kripalu. It has been her great privilege to nurture hundreds of aspiring yoga teachers over the last 13 years as they find their truth and voice through her 45 hour and 200 hour yoga teacher trainings. She also teaches Yin Yoga, Restorative Yoga, and Yoga Nidra Teacher Trainings and has done extensive training in yoga therapeutics, Ayurveda, and Vedic astrology and is a certified Vedic Astrologer who does private readings over the phone. She is currently studying meditation and philosophy with Paul Muller-Ortega and is an Authorized Teacher of Neelakantha Meditation. With her extensive knowledge of anatomy and her cheerful sense of humor, she seeks to create a safe, warm, and light-hearted space for her students to peek inside, explore, and connect to the greatest teacher-the teacher within- to find guidance and discover more about their true divine nature. Inspired by spiritual texts, poetry, and life's latest lessons, she frequently designs her sequencing to explore a spiritual theme or challenge and invites her students to reflect and find answers themselves. Teaching yoga has brought her great joy and has become the ultimate way to practice yoga and learn more about herself. Follow Jill Instagram - @jillblumenstock Join the May Thursday Morning Manifestation Mastermind 7 - 8 AM - JOIN NOW Schedule your Oracle card reading - Schedule Now Schedule your free discovery call - Schedule Now --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dailyshotofinspiration/message

ACIM Quote: "The necessary condition for the holy instant does not require that you have no thoughts that are not pure. ²But it does require that you have none that you would keep." (ACIM, T-15.IV.9:1-2) Today's Guest: Celeste DiMilla joins Tam and Matt to share a forgiveness story and talk about how through God's grace we can never get forgiveness wrong. Tam also shares some insights about Helen Schucman and Bill Thetford's relationship dynamics. Learn more about Celeste at: https://celestedimilla.com/ Celeste's forgiveness story was inspired by a Foundation for Inner Peace webinar with Harry Grammer, Cindy Lora-Renard, Gary Renard and Tam Morgan that you can find here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vFRZQ0yThvA Book Mentioned on Today's Podcast By The Guest: A Course In Miracles Made Easy - By Alan Cohen https://www.amazon.com/Course-in-Miracles-Made-Easy-audiobook/dp/B074KKGRGG Matt's Note: I found this book very helpful too! Podcast Mentioned on Today's Podcast By The Guest: Daily A Course In Miracles Lessons by Carol Howe https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-a-course-in-miracles-lessons-by-carol-howe/id1191147164 also available on Google Podcasts at: https://podcasts.google.com/search/Daily%20A%20Course%20In%20Miracles%20Lessons%20by%20Carol%20Howe Feel Inspired to Support Miracle Voices? You Can Make a Love Offering Here: https://acim.org/donate-miracles-voices-podcast/ Get Notified of New Episodes By Joining Our Email List at:⁠https://www.miraclevoices.org/email⁠ Share Your Forgiveness Story on Miracle Voices:  Do you feel your forgiveness story could inspire listeners? Simply fill out the form at ⁠https://www.miraclevoices.org/form⁠ and let us know you would like to be considered as a Miracle Voices Podcast guest. We Need Your Help: Please leave a review for the podcast on whatever app or site you use to listen to this podcast. This helps new listeners that are trying to practice forgiveness find the show. Here is how you leave a review on the Apple Podcasts App ⁠https://www.miraclevoices.org/review⁠ ACIM Quote: "I feel the Love of God within me now. 1. There is a light in you the world can not perceive. ²And with its eyes you will not see this light, for you are blinded by the world. ³Yet you have eyes to see it. ⁴It is there for you to look upon. ⁵It was not placed in you to be kept hidden from your sight. ⁶This light is a reflection of the thought we practice now. ⁷To feel the Love of God within you is to see the world anew, shining in innocence, alive with hope, and blessed with perfect charity and love." (ACIM, W-189.1:1-7)

Beer Dez - Holiday Stout - Browar Stu Mostow - Wroclaw Poland. Marco - Cheesecake News Hades II announced!!!!!!! Video Game Awards Main Pepsi, where's my Jet? Discussion: Are Netflix documentaries all the same? Legal Cases that are actually not frivolous. Links: Pepsi weren't counting on a dreamer like me': the student who sued a soft drink giant for a $23m fighter jet | Television & radio | The Guardian - interesting article You Can Make a Netflix Style Doco About Literally Anything - YouTube - How to make a Netflix Documentary (PAUL E.T) What are some things that make you stop listening to podcasts? : podcasts (reddit.com) Lawsuits that actually weren't ridicuous - Youtube (legal eagle)

Sometimes, it feels like the world is conspiring against you. I've felt it too and I promise it's not; it's in your head. I want to give you some actionable steps and reminders on how to keep going during those times.   Time Stamps:   (0:30) How to Keep Going When Nothing is Going Right (1:45) You Can't Control Over People (2:19) Keep Your Standards High (5:45) You Can Make a Change At Anytime (7:21) Don't Beat Yourself Up ------------- Join the Born to Thrive Community! ------------- Join the Lifts with Alex App Today! ------------- Follow Me on Instagram! - https://www.instagram.com/thealexallen/   Follow Me on Tik Tok! - https://www.tiktok.com/@thealexallen?   Follow the Born to Thrive Podcast Instagram Page! - https://www.instagram.com/borntothrivepodcast/   Follow Lifts with Alex Instagram Page for Training, Nutrition, and Life Tips and Content! - https://www.instagram.com/borntothrivepodcast/   Click Here to Stay Up to Date with All of My Offers and Freebies! - https://beacons.page/thealexallen/

About The Guest:Viki Zarkin With over 12 years' experience, Viki offers motivational speaking and cancer coaching on a national level.  She has recently formed a new organization to change the face of women health.  “Lunge for Healthcare” was born to educate women to follow their instincts when it comes to their healthcare and to educate doctors to listen first and diagnosis second.  Viki has been honored by Power Magazine as a Woman of Distinction and awarded Motivational Speaker of the year 2021 by IAOTP (International Association for Top Professionals). Recently, she was showcased on the famous Reuters Billboard in Times Square in New York City. Viki is a proud member of Dr Shirlene's Authors and Speakers Mastermind group.  She has been on multiple podcasts, including Scotty MacGregor's “You Can Make a Difference,” was recently featured on Pamela Kuhns radio show and given a full page spread in the Patriot Newspaper. To read more about Viki Zarkin go to: https://iamtheone.com/ (https://iamtheone.com/) About The Host:  Tonia DeCosimo is the founder of P.O.W.E.R.- Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized and editor-in-chief of P.O.W.E.R. Magazine. She is also an author, columnist, entrepreneur, and women's empowerment advocate. With 30 years in the publishing and advertising business, Tonia enjoys listening and learning from powerful women. She believes that their hard work and dedication deserves acknowledgement and recognition. One of Tonia's passions is to inspire and empower women and help them become their best.   https://toniadecosimo.com/about-tonia-1 (Read more..)

Sigi Koko is the principal designer of Down to Earth Design, which she founded in 1998 to help her clients manifest their dreams  of living in a natural, healthy home.  She works exclusively on projects that are natural, energy-efficient buildings, on the forefront of sustainable design.  Every project functions in synchronicity with its environment, relating to seasonal cycles of sun,  wind, and rain to provide natural heating and cooling primarily from passive (free!) sources.  Her clients enjoy an average 50% reduction in total energy usage compared to conventional buildings.  She uses a palette of building materials that ensure healthy indoor space and minimal environmental impact.This episode is the first episode from a two hour conversation with Sigi Koko. This episode is mostly focussed around the design of a natural home. We talk about how she is able to design a home that meets her clients dreams... even when they don't yet know them! Episode 71 is the second half of this conversation and focusses more on materials, myths and women in construction. Links for Episode 70:Sigi Koko's website - https://buildnaturally.com/A Pattern Language - Christopher Alexanderhttp://www.patternlanguage.com/ Rob Hopkins - What is to what ifReview Building Sustainability Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/building-sustainability-podcast/id1459369615Kiko Denzer - Build Your own earth oven - https://www.wob.com/en-gb/books/kiko-denzer/build-your-own-earth-ovenBecky Bee  - https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/19046.You_Can_Make_the_Best_Hot_Tub_EverSpoon carving course with Jeffrey May 7th 2022 -  Bristol, UK- https://treetotreen.com/spoon-carving/Podcast Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/buildingsustainabilityThe Southside Hereford: University Design Challenge 2022: Information TDChallenge22  Flyer here Register your interest in participating here Recordings here Event registration hereSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/buildingsustainability)

Sigi Koko is the principal designer of Down to Earth Design, which she founded in 1998 to help her clients manifest their dreams  of living in a natural, healthy home.  She works exclusively on projects that are natural, energy-efficient buildings, on the forefront of sustainable design.  Every project functions in synchronicity with its environment, relating to seasonal cycles of sun,  wind, and rain to provide natural heating and cooling primarily from passive (free!) sources.  Her clients enjoy an average 50% reduction in total energy usage compared to conventional buildings.  She uses a palette of building materials that ensure healthy indoor space and minimal environmental impact.This episode is the second episode from a two hour conversation with Sigi Koko. This episode is a more free ranging chat taking in materials, myths, women in construction, and empowerment. Episode 70 is the first half of this conversation and focusses more on how she is able to design a home that fits her clients dreams... even when they don't yet know them! Links for Episode 70:Sigi Koko's website - https://buildnaturally.com/A Pattern Language - Christopher Alexanderhttp://www.patternlanguage.com/Rob Hopkins - What is to what ifReview Building Sustainability Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/building-sustainability-podcast/id1459369615Kiko Denzer - Build Your own earth oven - https://www.wob.com/en-gb/books/kiko-denzer/build-your-own-earth-ovenBecky Bee  - https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/19046.You_Can_Make_the_Best_Hot_Tub_EverSpoon carving course with Jeffrey May 7th 2022 -  Bristol, UK- https://treetotreen.com/spoon-carving/Podcast Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/buildingsustainabilityThe Southside Hereford: University Design Challenge 2022:Information TDChallenge22 Flyer hereRegister your interest in participating hereRecordings hereEvent registration hereSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/buildingsustainability)

Episode one hundred and thirty-seven of A History of Rock Music in Five Hundred Songs looks at “Papa's Got a Brand New Bag” by James Brown, and at how Brown went from a minor doo-wop artist to the pioneer of funk. Click the full post to read liner notes, links to more information, and a transcript of the episode. Patreon backers also have a ten-minute bonus episode available, on "I'm a Fool" by Dino, Desi, and Billy. Tilt Araiza has assisted invaluably by doing a first-pass edit, and will hopefully be doing so from now on. Check out Tilt's irregular podcasts at http://www.podnose.com/jaffa-cakes-for-proust and http://sitcomclub.com/ NB an early version of this was uploaded, in which I said "episode 136" rather than 137 and "flattened ninth" at one point rather than "ninth". I've fixed that in a new upload, which is otherwise unchanged. Resources As usual, I've created a Mixcloud streaming playlist with full versions of all the songs in the episode. I relied mostly on fur books for this episode. James Brown: The Godfather of Soul, by James Brown with Bruce Tucker, is a celebrity autobiography with all that that entails, but a more interesting read than many. Kill ‘Em and Leave: Searching for the Real James Brown, by James McBride is a more discursive, gonzo journalism piece, and well worth a read. Black and Proud: The Life of James Brown by Geoff Brown is a more traditional objective biography. And Douglas Wolk's 33 1/3 book on Live at the Apollo is a fascinating, detailed, look at that album. This box set is the best collection of Brown's work there is, but is out of print. This two-CD set has all the essential hits. Patreon This podcast is brought to you by the generosity of my backers on Patreon. Why not join them? Transcript [Introduction, the opening of Live at the Apollo. "So now, ladies and gentlemen, it is star time. Are you ready for star time? [Audience cheers, and gives out another cheer with each musical sting sting] Thank you, and thank you very kindly. It is indeed a great pleasure to present to you in this particular time, national and international known as the hardest working man in showbusiness, Man that sing "I'll Go Crazy"! [sting] "Try Me" [sting] "You've Got the Power" [sting] "Think" [sting], "If You Want Me" [sting] "I Don't Mind" [sting] "Bewildered" [sting] million-dollar seller "Lost Someone" [sting], the very latest release, "Night Train" [sting] Let's everybody "Shout and Shimmy" [sting] Mr. Dynamite, the amazing Mr. Please Please himself, the star of the show, James Brown and the Famous Flames"] In 1951, the composer John Cage entered an anechoic chamber at Harvard University. An anechoic chamber is a room that's been completely soundproofed, so no sound can get in from the outside world, and in which the walls, floor, and ceiling are designed to absorb any sounds that are made. It's as close as a human being can get to experiencing total silence. When Cage entered it, he expected that to be what he heard -- just total silence. Instead, he heard two noises, a high-pitched one and a low one. Cage was confused by this -- why hadn't he heard the silence? The engineer in charge of the chamber explained to him that what he was hearing was himself -- the high-pitched noise was Cage's nervous system, and the low-pitched one was his circulatory system. Cage later said about this, "Until I die there will be sounds. And they will continue following my death. One need not fear about the future of music." The experience inspired him to write his most famous piece, 4'33, in which a performer attempts not to make any sound for four minutes and thirty-three seconds. The piece is usually described as being four minutes and thirty-three seconds of silence, but it actually isn't -- the whole point is that there is no silence, and that the audience is meant to listen to the ambient noise and appreciate that noise as music. Here is where I would normally excerpt the piece, but of course for 4'33 to have its full effect, one has to listen to the whole thing. But I can excerpt another piece Cage wrote. Because on October the twenty-fourth 1962 he wrote a sequel to 4'33, a piece he titled 0'00, but which is sometimes credited as "4'33 no. 2". He later reworked the piece, but the original score, which is dedicated to two avant-garde Japanese composers, Toshi Ichiyanagi and his estranged wife Yoko Ono, reads as follows: "In a situation provided with maximum amplification (no feedback), perform a disciplined action." Now, as it happens, we have a recording of someone else performing Cage's piece, as written, on the day it was written, though neither performer nor composer were aware that that was what was happening. But I'm sure everyone can agree that this recording from October the 24th, 1962, is a disciplined action performed with maximum amplification and no feedback: [Excerpt: James Brown, "Night Train" (Live at the Apollo version)] When we left James Brown, almost a hundred episodes ago, he had just had his first R&B number one, with "Try Me", and had performed for the first time at the venue with which he would become most associated, the Harlem Apollo, and had reconnected with the mother he hadn't seen since he was a small child. But at that point, in 1958, he was still just the lead singer of a doo-wop group, one of many, and there was nothing in his shows or his records to indicate that he was going to become anything more than that, nothing to distinguish him from King Records labelmates like Hank Ballard, who made great records, put on a great live show, and are still remembered more than sixty years later, but mostly as a footnote. Today we're going to look at the process that led James Brown from being a peer of Ballard or Little Willie John to being arguably the single most influential musician of the second half of the twentieth century. Much of that influence is outside rock music, narrowly defined, but the records we're going to look at this time and in the next episode on Brown are records without which the entire sonic landscape of the late twentieth and early twenty-first centuries would be unimaginably different. And that process started in 1958, shortly after the release of "Try Me" in October that year, with two big changes to Brown's organisation. The first was that this was -- at least according to Brown -- when he first started working with Universal Attractions, a booking agency run by a man named Ben Bart, who before starting his own company had spent much of the 1940s working for Moe Gale, the owner of the Savoy Ballroom and manager of the Ink Spots, Louis Jordan, and many of the other acts we looked at in the very first episodes of this podcast. Bart had started his own agency in 1945, and had taken the Ink Spots with him, though they'd returned to Gale a few years later, and he'd been responsible for managing the career of the Ravens, one of the first bird groups: [Excerpt: The Ravens, "Rock Me All Night Long"] In the fifties, Bart had become closely associated with King Records, the label to which Brown and the Famous Flames were signed. A quick aside here -- Brown's early records were released on Federal Records, and later they switched to being released on King, but Federal was a subsidiary label for King, and in the same way that I don't distinguish between Checker and Chess, Tamla and Motown, or Phillips and Sun, I'll just refer to King throughout. Bart and Universal Attractions handled bookings for almost every big R&B act signed by King, including Tiny Bradshaw, Little Willie John, the "5" Royales, and Hank Ballard and the Midnighters. According to some sources, the Famous Flames signed with Universal Attractions at the same time they signed with King Records, and Bart's family even say it was Bart who discovered them and got them signed to King in the first place. Other sources say they didn't sign with Universal until after they'd proved themselves on the charts. But everyone seems agreed that 1958 was when Bart started making Brown a priority and taking an active interest in his career. Within a few years, Bart would have left Universal, handing the company over to his son and a business partner, to devote himself full-time to managing Brown, with whom he developed an almost father-son relationship. With Bart behind them, the Famous Flames started getting better gigs, and a much higher profile on the chitlin circuit. But around this time there was another change that would have an even more profound effect. Up to this point, the Famous Flames had been like almost every other vocal group playing the chitlin' circuit, in that they hadn't had their own backing musicians. There were exceptions, but in general vocal groups would perform with the same backing band as every other act on a bill -- either a single backing band playing for a whole package tour, or a house band at the venue they were playing at who would perform with every act that played that venue. There would often be a single instrumentalist with the group, usually a guitarist or piano player, who would act as musical director to make sure that the random assortment of musicians they were going to perform with knew the material. This was, for the most part, how the Famous Flames had always performed, though they had on occasion also performed their own backing in the early days. But now they got their own backing band, centred on J.C. Davis as sax player and bandleader, Bobby Roach on guitar, Nat Kendrick on drums, and Bernard Odum on bass. Musicians would come and go, but this was the core original lineup of what became the James Brown Band. Other musicians who played with them in the late fifties were horn players Alfred Corley and Roscoe Patrick, guitarist Les Buie, and bass player Hubert Perry, while keyboard duties would be taken on by Fats Gonder, although James Brown and Bobby Byrd would both sometimes play keyboards on stage. At this point, as well, the lineup of the Famous Flames became more or less stable. As we discussed in the previous episode on Brown, the original lineup of the Famous Flames had left en masse when it became clear that they were going to be promoted as James Brown and the Famous Flames, with Brown getting more money, rather than as a group. Brown had taken on another vocal group, who had previously been Little Richard's backing vocalists, but shortly after "Try Me" had come out, but before they'd seen any money from it, that group had got into an argument with Brown over money he owed them. He dropped them, and they went off to record unsuccessfully as the Fabulous Flames on a tiny label, though the records they made, like "Do You Remember", are quite good examples of their type: [Excerpt: The Fabulous Flames, "Do You Remember?"] Brown pulled together a new lineup of Famous Flames, featuring two of the originals. Johnny Terry had already returned to the group earlier, and stayed when Brown sacked the rest of the second lineup of Flames, and they added Lloyd Bennett and Bobby Stallworth. And making his second return to the group was Bobby Byrd, who had left with the other original members, joined again briefly, and then left again. Oddly, the first commercial success that Brown had after these lineup changes was not with the Famous Flames, or even under his own name. Rather, it was under the name of his drummer, Nat Kendrick. Brown had always seen himself, not primarily as a singer, but as a band leader and arranger. He was always a jazz fan first and foremost, and he'd grown up in the era of the big bands, and musicians he'd admired growing up like Lionel Hampton and Louis Jordan had always recorded instrumentals as well as vocal selections, and Brown saw himself very much in that tradition. Even though he couldn't read music, he could play several instruments, and he could communicate his arrangement ideas, and he wanted to show off the fact that he was one of the few R&B musicians with his own tight band. The story goes that Syd Nathan, the owner of King Records, didn't like the idea, because he thought that the R&B audience at this point only wanted vocal tracks, and also because Brown's band had previously released an instrumental which hadn't sold. Now, this is a definite pattern in the story of James Brown -- it seems that at every point in Brown's career for the first decade, Brown would come up with an idea that would have immense commercial value, Nathan would say it was the most ridiculous thing he'd ever heard, Brown would do it anyway, and Nathan would later admit that he was wrong. This is such a pattern -- it apparently happened with "Please Please Please", Brown's first hit, *and* "Try Me", Brown's first R&B number one, and we'll see it happen again later in this episode -- that one tends to suspect that maybe these stories were sometimes made up after the fact, especially since Syd Nathan somehow managed to run a successful record label for over twenty years, putting out some of the best R&B and country records from everyone from Moon Mullican to Wynonie Harris, the Stanley Brothers to Little Willie John, while if these stories are to be believed he was consistently making the most boneheaded, egregious, uncommercial decisions imaginable. But in this case, it seems to be at least mostly true, as rather than being released on King Records as by James Brown, "(Do the) Mashed Potatoes" was released on Dade Records as by Nat Kendrick and the Swans, with the DJ Carlton Coleman shouting vocals over Brown's so it wouldn't be obvious Brown was breaking his contract: [Excerpt: Nat Kendrick and the Swans, "(Do the)" Mashed Potatoes"] That made the R&B top ten,  and I've seen reports that Brown and his band even toured briefly as Nat Kendrick and the Swans, before Syd Nathan realised his mistake, and started allowing instrumentals to be released under the name "James Brown presents HIS BAND", starting with a cover of Bill Doggett's "Hold It": [Excerpt: James Brown Presents HIS BAND, "Hold It"] After the Nat Kendrick record gave Brown's band an instrumental success, the Famous Flames also came back from another mini dry spell for hits, with the first top twenty R&B hit for the new lineup, "I'll Go Crazy", which was followed shortly afterwards by their first pop top forty hit, "Think!": [Excerpt: James Brown and the Famous Flames, "Think!"] The success of "Think!" is at least in part down to Bobby Byrd, who would from this point on be Brown's major collaborator and (often uncredited) co-writer and co-producer until the mid-seventies. After leaving the Flames, and before rejoining them, Byrd had toured for a while with his own group, but had then gone to work for King Records at the request of Brown. King Records' pressing plant had equipment that sometimes produced less-than-ideal pressings of records, and Brown had asked Byrd to take a job there performing quality control, making sure that Brown's records didn't skip. While working there, Byrd also worked as a song doctor. His job was to take songs that had been sent in as demos, and rework them in the style of some of the label's popular artists, to make them more suitable, changing a song so it might fit the style of the "5" Royales or Little Willie John or whoever, and Byrd had done this for "Think", which had originally been recorded by the "5" Royales, whose leader, Lowman Pauling, had written it: [Excerpt: The "5" Royales, "Think"] Byrd had reworked the song to fit Brown's style and persona. It's notable for example that the Royales sing "How much of all your happiness have I really claimed?/How many tears have you cried for which I was to blame?/Darlin', I can't remember which was my fault/I tried so hard to please you—at least that's what I thought.” But in Brown's version this becomes “How much of your happiness can I really claim?/How many tears have you shed for which you was to blame?/Darlin', I can't remember just what is wrong/I tried so hard to please you—at least that's what I thought.” [Excerpt: James Brown and the Famous Flames, "Think"] In Brown's version, nothing is his fault, he's trying to persuade an unreasonable woman who has some problem he doesn't even understand, but she needs to think about it and she'll see that he's right, while in the Royales' version they're acknowledging that they're at fault, that they've done wrong, but they didn't *only* do wrong and maybe she should think about that too. It's only a couple of words' difference, but it changes the whole tenor of the song. "Think" would become the Famous Flames' first top forty hit on the pop charts, reaching number thirty-three. It went top ten on the R&B charts, and between 1959 and 1963 Brown and the Flames would have fifteen top-thirty R&B hits, going from being a minor doo-wop group that had had a few big hits to being consistent hit-makers, who were not yet household names, but who had a consistent sound that could be guaranteed to make the R&B charts, and who put on what was regarded as the best live show of any R&B band in the world. This was partly down to the type of discipline that Brown imposed on his band. Many band-leaders in the R&B world would impose fines on their band members, and Johnny Terry suggested that Brown do the same thing. As Bobby Byrd put it, "Many band leaders do it but it was Johnny's idea to start it with us and we were all for it ‘cos we didn't want to miss nothing. We wanted to be immaculate, clothes-wise, routine-wise and everything. Originally, the fines was only between James and us, The Famous Flames, but then James carried it over into the whole troupe. It was still a good idea because anybody joining The James Brown Revue had to know that they couldn't be messing up, and anyway, all the fines went into a pot for the parties we had." But Brown went much further with these fines than any other band leader, and would also impose them arbitrarily, and it became part of his reputation that he was the strictest disciplinarian in rhythm and blues music. One thing that became legendary among musicians was the way that he would impose fines while on stage. If a band member missed a note, or a dance step, or missed a cue, or had improperly polished shoes, Brown would, while looking at them, briefly make a flashing gesture with his hand, spreading his fingers out for a fraction of a second. To the audience, it looked like just part of Brown's dance routine, but the musician knew he had just been fined five dollars. Multiple flashes meant multiples of five dollars fined. Brown also developed a whole series of other signals to the band, which they had to learn, To quote Bobby Byrd again: "James didn't want anybody else to know what we was doing, so he had numbers and certain screams and spins. There was a certain spin he'd do and if he didn't do the complete spin you'd know it was time to go over here. Certain screams would instigate chord changes, but mostly it was numbers. James would call out football numbers, that's where we got that from. Thirty-nine — Sixteen —Fourteen — Two — Five — Three — Ninety-eight, that kind of thing. Number thirty-nine was always the change into ‘Please, Please, Please'. Sixteen is into a scream and an immediate change, not bam-bam but straight into something else. If he spins around and calls thirty-six, that means we're going back to the top again. And the forty-two, OK, we're going to do this verse and then bow out, we're leaving now. It was amazing." This, or something like this, is a fairly standard technique among more autocratic band leaders, a way of allowing the band as a whole to become a live compositional or improvisational tool for their leader, and Frank Zappa, for example, had a similar system. It requires the players to subordinate themselves utterly to the whim of the band leader, but also requires a band leader who knows the precise strengths and weaknesses of every band member and how they are likely to respond to a cue. When it works well, it can be devastatingly effective, and it was for Brown's live show. The Famous Flames shows soon became a full-on revue, with other artists joining the bill and performing with Brown's band. From the late 1950s on, Brown would always include a female singer. The first of these was Sugar Pie DeSanto, a blues singer who had been discovered (and given her stage name) by Johnny Otis, but DeSanto soon left Brown's band and went on to solo success on Chess records, with hits like "Soulful Dress": [Excerpt: Sugar Pie DeSanto, "Soulful Dress"] After DeSanto left, she was replaced by  Bea Ford, the former wife of the soul singer Joe Tex, with whom Brown had an aggressive rivalry and mutual loathing. Ford and Brown recorded together, cutting tracks like "You Got the Power": [Excerpt: James Brown and Bea Ford, "You Got the Power"] However, Brown and Ford soon fell out, and Brown actually wrote to Tex asking if he wanted his wife back. Tex's response was to record this: [Excerpt: Joe Tex, "You Keep Her"] Ford's replacement was Yvonne Fair, who had briefly replaced Jackie Landry in the Chantels for touring purposes when Landry had quit touring to have a baby. Fair would stay with Brown for a couple of years, and would release a number of singles written and produced for her by Brown, including one which Brown would later rerecord himself with some success: [Excerpt: Yvonne Fair, "I Found You"] Fair would eventually leave the band after getting pregnant with a child by Brown, who tended to sleep with the female singers in his band. The last shows she played with him were the shows that would catapult Brown into the next level of stardom. Brown had been convinced for a long time that his live shows had an energy that his records didn't, and that people would buy a record of one of them. Syd Nathan, as usual, disagreed. In his view the market for R&B albums was small, and only consisted of people who wanted collections of hit singles they could play in one place. Nobody would buy a James Brown live album. So Brown decided to take matters into his own hands. He decided to book a run of shows at the Apollo Theatre, and record them, paying for the recordings with his own money. This was a week-long engagement, with shows running all day every day -- Brown and his band would play five shows a day, and Brown would wear a different suit for every show. This was in October 1962, the month that we've already established as the month the sixties started -- the month the Beatles released their first single, the Beach Boys released their first record outside the US, and the first Bond film came out, all on the same day at the beginning of the month. By the end of October, when Brown appeared at the Apollo, the Cuban Missile Crisis was at its height, and there were several points during the run where it looked like the world itself might not last until November 62. Douglas Wolk has written an entire book on the live album that resulted, which claims to be a recording of the midnight performance from October the twenty-fourth, though it seems like it was actually compiled from multiple performances. The album only records the headline performance, but Wolk describes what a full show by the James Brown Revue at the Apollo was like in October 1962, and the following description is indebted to his book, which I'll link in the show notes. The show would start with the "James Brown Orchestra" -- the backing band. They would play a set of instrumentals, and a group of dancers called the Brownies would join them: [Excerpt: James Brown Presents His Band, "Night Flying"] At various points during the set, Brown himself would join the band for a song or two, playing keyboards or drums. After the band's instrumental set, the Valentinos would take the stage for a few songs. This was before they'd been taken on by Sam Cooke, who would take them under his wing very soon after these shows, but the Valentinos were already recording artists in their own right, and had recently released "Lookin' For a Love": [Excerpt: The Valentinos, "Lookin' For a Love"] Next up would be Yvonne Fair, now visibly pregnant with her boss' child, to sing her few numbers: [Excerpt: Yvonne Fair, "You Can Make it if You Try"] Freddie King was on next, another artist for the King family of labels who'd had a run of R&B hits the previous year, promoting his new single "I'm On My Way to Atlanta": [Excerpt: Freddie King, "I'm on My Way to Atlanta"] After King came Solomon Burke, who had been signed to Atlantic earlier that year and just started having hits, and was the new hot thing on the scene, but not yet the massive star he became: [Excerpt: Solomon Burke, "Cry to Me"] After Burke came a change of pace -- the vaudeville comedian Pigmeat Markham would take the stage and perform a couple of comedy sketches. We actually know exactly how these went, as Brown wasn't the only one recording a live album there that week, and Markham's album "The World's Greatest Clown" was a result of these shows and released on Chess Records: [Excerpt: Pigmeat Markham, "Go Ahead and Sing"] And after Markham would come the main event. Fats Gonder, the band's organist, would give the introduction we heard at the beginning of the episode -- and backstage, Danny Ray, who had been taken on as James Brown's valet that very week (according to Wolk -- I've seen other sources saying he'd joined Brown's organisation in 1960), was listening closely. He would soon go on to take over the role of MC, and would introduce Brown in much the same way as Gonder had at every show until Brown's death forty-four years later. The live album is an astonishing tour de force, showing Brown and his band generating a level of excitement that few bands then or now could hope to equal. It's even more astonishing when you realise two things. The first is that this was *before* any of the hits that most people now associate with the name James Brown -- before "Papa's Got a Brand New Bag" or "Sex Machine", or "It's a Man's Man's Man's World" or "Say it Loud I'm Black and I'm Proud" or "Funky Drummer" or "Get Up Offa That Thing". It's still an *unformed* James Brown, only six years into a fifty-year career, and still without most of what made him famous. The other thing is, as Wolk notes, if you listen to any live bootleg recordings from this time, the microphone distorts all the time, because Brown is singing so loud. Here, the vocal tone is clean, because Brown knew he was being recorded. This is the sound of James Brown restraining himself: [Excerpt: James Brown and the Famous Flames, "Night Train" (Live at the Apollo version)] The album was released a few months later, and proved Syd Nathan's judgement utterly, utterly, wrong. It became the thirty-second biggest selling album of 1963 -- an amazing achievement given that it was released on a small independent label that dealt almost exclusively in singles, and which had no real presence in the pop market. The album spent sixty-six weeks on the album charts, making number two on the charts -- the pop album charts, not R&B charts. There wasn't an R&B albums chart until 1965, and Live at the Apollo basically forced Billboard to create one, and more or less single-handedly created the R&B albums market. It was such a popular album in 1963 that DJs took to playing the whole album -- breaking for commercials as they turned the side over, but otherwise not interrupting it. It turned Brown from merely a relatively big R&B star into a megastar. But oddly, given this astonishing level of success, Brown's singles in 1963 were slightly less successful than they had been in the previous few years -- possibly partly because he decided to record a few versions of old standards, changing direction as he had for much of his career. Johnny Terry quit the Famous Flames, to join the Drifters, becoming part of the lineup that recorded "Under the Boardwalk" and "Saturday Night at the Movies". Brown also recorded a second live album, Pure Dynamite!, which is generally considered a little lacklustre in comparison to the Apollo album. There were other changes to the lineup as well as Terry leaving. Brown wanted to hire a new drummer, Melvin Parker, who agreed to join the band, but only if Brown took on his sax-playing brother, Maceo, along with him. Maceo soon became one of the most prominent musicians in Brown's band, and his distinctive saxophone playing is all over many of Brown's biggest hits. The first big hit that the Parkers played on was released as by James Brown and his Orchestra, rather than James Brown and the Famous Flames, and was a landmark in Brown's evolution as a musician: [Excerpt: James Brown and his Orchestra, "Out of Sight"] The Famous Flames did sing on the B-side of that, a song called "Maybe the Last Time", which was ripped off from the same Pops Staples song that the Rolling Stones later ripped off for their own hit single. But that would be the last time Brown would use them in the studio -- from that point on, the Famous Flames were purely a live act, although Bobby Byrd, but not the other members, would continue to sing on the records. The reason it was credited to James Brown, rather than to James Brown and the Famous Flames, is that "Out of Sight" was released on Smash Records, to which Brown -- but not the Flames -- had signed a little while earlier. Brown had become sick of what he saw as King Records' incompetence, and had found what he and his advisors thought was a loophole in his contract. Brown had been signed to King Records under a personal services contract as a singer, not under a musician contract as a musician, and so they believed that he could sign to Smash, a subsidiary of Mercury, as a musician. He did, and he made what he thought of as a fresh start on his new label by recording "Caldonia", a cover of a song by his idol Louis Jordan: [Excerpt: James Brown and his Orchestra, "Caldonia"] Understandably, King Records sued on the reasonable grounds that Brown was signed to them as a singer, and they got an injunction to stop him recording for Smash -- but by the time the injunction came through, Brown had already released two albums and three singles for the label. The injunction prevented Brown from recording any new material for the rest of 1964, though both labels continued to release stockpiled material during that time. While he was unable to record new material, October 1964 saw Brown's biggest opportunity to cross over to a white audience -- the TAMI Show: [Excerpt: James Brown, "Out of Sight (TAMI show live)"] We've mentioned the TAMI show a couple of times in previous episodes, but didn't go into it in much detail. It was a filmed concert which featured Jan and Dean, the Barbarians, Lesley Gore, Chuck Berry, the Beach Boys, Gerry and the Pacemakers, Billy J Kramer and the Dakotas, Marvin Gaye, the Miracles, the Supremes, and, as the two top acts, James Brown and the Rolling Stones. Rather oddly, the point of the TAMI Show wasn't the music as such. Rather it was intended as a demonstration of a technical process. Before videotape became cheap and a standard, it was difficult to record TV shows for later broadcast, for distribution to other countries, or for archive. The way they used to be recorded was a process known as telerecording in the UK and kinescoping in the US, and that was about as crude as it's possible to get -- you'd get a film camera, point it at a TV showing the programme you wanted to record, and film the TV screen. There was specialist equipment to do this, but that was all it actually did. Almost all surviving TV from the fifties and sixties -- and even some from the seventies -- was preserved by this method rather than by videotape. Even after videotape started being used to make the programmes, there were differing standards and tapes were expensive, so if you were making a programme in the UK and wanted a copy for US broadcast, or vice versa, you'd make a telerecording. But what if you wanted to make a TV show that you could also show on cinema screens? If you're filming a TV screen, and then you project that film onto a big screen, you get a blurry, low-resolution, mess -- or at least you did with the 525-line TV screens that were used in the US at the time. So a company named Electronovision came into the picture, for those rare times when you wanted to do something using video cameras that would be shown at the cinema. Rather than shoot in 525-line resolution, their cameras shot in 819-line resolution -- super high definition for the time, but capable of being recorded onto standard videotape with appropriate modifications for the equipment. But that meant that when you kinescoped the production, it was nearly twice the resolution that a standard US TV broadcast would be, and so it didn't look terrible when shown in a cinema. The owner of the Electronovision process had had a hit with a cinema release of a performance by Richard Burton as Hamlet, and he needed a follow-up, and decided that another filmed live performance would be the best way to make use of his process -- TV cameras were much more useful for capturing live performances than film cameras, for a variety of dull technical reasons, and so this was one of the few areas where Electronovision might actually be useful. And so Bill Roden, one of the heads of Electronovision, turned to a TV director named Steve Binder, who was working at the time on the Steve Allen show, one of the big variety shows, second only to Ed Sullivan, and who would soon go on to direct Hullaballoo. Roden asked Binder to make a concert film, shot on video, which would be released on the big screen by American International Pictures (the same organisation with which David Crosby's father worked so often). Binder had contacts with West Coast record labels, and particularly with Lou Adler's organisation, which managed Jan and Dean. He also had been in touch with a promoter who was putting on a package tour of British musicians. So they decided that their next demonstration of the capabilities of the equipment would be a show featuring performers from "all over the world", as the theme song put it -- by which they meant all over the continental United States plus two major British cities. For those acts who didn't have their own bands -- or whose bands needed augmenting -- there was an orchestra, centred around members of the Wrecking Crew, conducted by Jack Nitzsche, and the Blossoms were on hand to provide backing vocals where required. Jan and Dean would host the show and sing the theme song. James Brown had had less pop success than any of the other artists on the show except for the Barbarians, who are now best-known for their appearances on the Nuggets collection of relatively obscure garage rock singles, and whose biggest hit, "Are You a Boy or Are You a Girl?" only went to number fifty-five on the charts: [Excerpt: The Barbarians, "Are You a Boy or Are You a Girl?"] The Barbarians were being touted as the American equivalent of the Rolling Stones, but the general cultural moment of the time can be summed up by that line "You're either a girl or you come from Liverpool" -- which was where the Rolling Stones came from. Or at least, it was where Americans seemed to think they came from given both that song, and the theme song of the TAMI show, written by P.F. Sloan and Steve Barri, which sang about “the Rolling Stones from Liverpool”, and also referred to Brown as "the king of the blues": [Excerpt: Jan and Dean, "Here They Come From All Over The World"] But other than the Barbarians, the TAMI show was one of the few places in which all the major pop music movements of the late fifties and early sixties could be found in one place -- there was the Merseybeat of Gerry and the Pacemakers and the Dakotas, already past their commercial peak but not yet realising it, the fifties rock of Chuck Berry, who actually ended up performing one song with Gerry and the Pacemakers: [Excerpt: Chuck Berry and Gerry and the Pacemakers: "Maybellene"] And there was the Brill Building pop of Lesley Gore, the British R&B of the Rolling Stones right at the point of their breakthrough, the vocal surf music of the Beach Boys and Jan and Dean, and three of the most important Motown acts, with Brown the other representative of soul on the bill. But the billing was a sore point. James Brown's manager insisted that he should be the headliner of the show, and indeed by some accounts the Rolling Stones also thought that they should probably not try to follow him -- though other accounts say that the Stones were equally insistent that they *must* be the headliners. It was a difficult decision, because Brown was much less well known, but it was eventually decided that the Rolling Stones would go on last. Most people talking about the event, including most of those involved with the production, have since stated that this was a mistake, because nobody could follow James Brown, though in interviews Mick Jagger has always insisted that the Stones didn't have to follow Brown, as there was a recording break between acts and they weren't even playing to the same audience -- though others have disputed that quite vigorously. But what absolutely everyone has agreed is that Brown gave the performance of a lifetime, and that it was miraculously captured by the cameras. I say its capture was miraculous because every other act had done a full rehearsal for the TV cameras, and had had a full shot-by-shot plan worked out by Binder beforehand. But according to Steve Binder -- though all the accounts of the show are contradictory -- Brown refused to do a rehearsal -- so even though he had by far the most complex and choreographed performance of the event, Binder and his camera crew had to make decisions by pure instinct, rather than by having an actual plan they'd worked out in advance of what shots to use. This is one of the rare times when I wish this was a video series rather than a podcast, because the visuals are a huge part of this performance -- Brown is a whirlwind of activity, moving all over the stage in a similar way to Jackie Wilson, one of his big influences, and doing an astonishing gliding dance step in which he stands on one leg and moves sideways almost as if on wheels. The full performance is easily findable online, and is well worth seeking out. But still, just hearing the music and the audience's reaction can give some insight: [Excerpt: James Brown, "Out of Sight" (TAMI Show)] The Rolling Stones apparently watched the show in horror, unable to imagine following that -- though when they did, the audience response was fine: [Excerpt: The Rolling Stones, "Around and Around"] Incidentally, Chuck Berry must have been quite pleased with his payday from the TAMI Show, given that as well as his own performance the Stones did one of his songs, as did Gerry and the Pacemakers, as we heard earlier, and the Beach Boys did "Surfin' USA" for which he had won sole songwriting credit. After the TAMI Show, Mick Jagger would completely change his attitude to performing, and would spend the rest of his career trying to imitate Brown's performing style. He was unsuccessful in this, but still came close enough that he's still regarded as one of the great frontmen, nearly sixty years later. Brown kept performing, and his labels kept releasing material, but he was still not allowed to record, until in early 1965 a court reached a ruling -- yes, Brown wasn't signed as a musician to King Records, so he was perfectly within his rights to record with Smash Records. As an instrumentalist. But Brown *was* signed to King Records as a singer, so he was obliged to record vocal tracks for them, and only for them. So until his contract with Smash lapsed, he had to record twice as much material -- he had to keep recording instrumentals, playing piano or organ, for Smash, while recording vocal tracks for King Records. His first new record, released as by "James Brown" rather than the earlier billings of "James Brown and his Orchestra" or "James Brown and the Famous Flames", was for King, and was almost a remake of "Out of Sight", his hit for Smash Records. But even so, "Papa's Got a Brand New Bag" was a major step forward, and is often cited as the first true funk record. This is largely because of the presence of a new guitarist in Brown's band. Jimmy Nolen had started out as a violin player, but like many musicians in the 1950s he had been massively influenced by T-Bone Walker, and had switched to playing guitar. He was discovered as a guitarist by the bluesman Jimmy Wilson, who had had a minor hit with "Tin Pan Alley": [Excerpt: Jimmy Wilson, "Tin Pan Alley"] Wilson had brought Nolen to LA, where he'd soon parted from Wilson and started working with a whole variety of bandleaders. His first recording came with Monte Easter on Aladdin Records: [Excerpt: Monte Easter, "Blues in the Evening"] After working with Easter, he started recording with Chuck Higgins, and also started recording by himself. At this point, Nolen was just one of many West Coast blues guitarists with a similar style, influenced by T-Bone Walker -- he was competing with Pete "Guitar" Lewis, Johnny "Guitar" Watson, and Guitar Slim, and wasn't yet quite as good as any of them. But he was still making some influential records. His version of "After Hours", for example, released under his own name on Federal Records, was a big influence on Roy Buchanan, who would record several versions of the standard based on Nolen's arrangement: [Excerpt: Jimmy Nolen, "After Hours"] Nolen had released records on many labels, but his most important early association came from records he made but didn't release. In the mid-fifties, Johnny Otis produced a couple of tracks by Nolen, for Otis' Dig Records label, but they weren't released until decades later: [Excerpt: Jimmy Nolen, "Jimmy's Jive"] But when Otis had a falling out with his longtime guitar player Pete "Guitar" Lewis, who was one of the best players in LA but who was increasingly becoming unreliable due to his alcoholism, Otis hired Nolen to replace him. It's Nolen who's playing on most of the best-known recordings Otis made in the late fifties, like "Casting My Spell": [Excerpt: Johnny Otis, "Casting My Spell"] And of course Otis' biggest hit "Willie and the Hand Jive": [Excerpt: Johnny Otis, "Willie and the Hand Jive"] Nolen left Otis after a few years, and spent the early sixties mostly playing in scratch bands backing blues singers, and not recording. It was during this time that Nolen developed the style that would revolutionise music. The style he developed was unique in several different ways. The first was in Nolen's choice of chords. We talked last week about how Pete Townshend's guitar playing became based on simplifying chords and only playing power chords. Nolen went the other way -- while his voicings often only included two or three notes, he was also often using very complex chords with *more* notes than a standard chord. As we discussed last week, in most popular music, the chords are based around either major or minor triads -- the first, third, and fifth notes of a scale, so you have an E major chord, which is the notes E, G sharp, and B: [Excerpt: E major chord] It's also fairly common to have what are called seventh chords, which are actually a triad with an added flattened seventh, so an E7 chord would be the notes E, G sharp, B, and D: [Excerpt: E7 chord] But Nolen built his style around dominant ninth chords, often just called ninth chords. Dominant ninth chords are mostly thought of as jazz chords because they're mildly dissonant. They consist of the first, third, fifth, flattened seventh, *and* ninth of a scale, so an E9 would be the notes E, G sharp, B, D, and F sharp: [Excerpt: E9 chord] Another way of looking at that is that you're playing both a major chord *and* at the same time a minor chord that starts on the fifth note, so an E major and B minor chord at the same time: [Demonstrates Emajor, B minor, E9] It's not completely unknown for pop songs to use ninth chords, but it's very rare. Probably the most prominent example came from a couple of years after the period we're talking about, when in mid-1967 Bobby Gentry basically built the whole song "Ode to Billie Joe" around a D9 chord, barely ever moving off it: [Excerpt: Bobby Gentry, "Ode to Billie Joe"] That shows the kind of thing that ninth chords are useful for -- because they have so many notes in them, you can just keep hammering on the same chord for a long time, and the melody can go wherever it wants and will fit over it. The record we're looking at, "Papa's Got a Brand New Bag", actually has three chords in it -- it's basically a twelve-bar blues, like "Out of Sight" was, just with these ninth chords sometimes used instead of more conventional chords -- but as Brown's style got more experimental in future years, he would often build songs with no chord changes at all, just with Nolen playing a single ninth chord throughout. There's a possibly-apocryphal story, told in a few different ways, but the gist of which is that when auditioning Nolen's replacement many years later, Brown asked "Can you play an E ninth chord?" "Yes, of course" came the reply. "But can you play an E ninth chord *all night*?" The reason Brown asked this, if he did, is that playing like Nolen is *extremely* physically demanding. Because the other thing about Nolen's style is that he was an extremely percussive player. In his years backing blues musicians, he'd had to play with many different drummers, and knew they weren't always reliable timekeepers. So he'd started playing like a drummer himself, developing a technique called chicken-scratching, based on the Bo Diddley style he'd played with Otis, where he'd often play rapid, consistent, semiquaver chords, keeping the time himself so the drummer didn't have to. Other times he'd just play single, jagged-sounding, chords to accentuate the beat. He used guitars with single-coil pickups and turned the treble up and got rid of all the midrange, so the sound would cut through no matter what. As well as playing full-voiced chords, he'd also sometimes mute all the strings while he strummed, giving a percussive scratching sound rather than letting the strings ring. In short, the sound he got was this: [Excerpt: James Brown, "Papa's Got a Brand New Bag"] And that is the sound that became funk guitar. If you listen to Jimmy Nolen's playing on "Papa's Got a Brand New Bag", that guitar sound -- chicken scratched ninth chords -- is what every funk guitarist after him based their style on. It's not Nolen's guitar playing in its actual final form -- that wouldn't come until he started using wah wah pedals, which weren't mass produced until early 1967 -- but it's very clear when listening to the track that this is the birth of funk. The original studio recording of "Papa's Got a Brand New Bag" actually sounds odd if you listen to it now -- it's slower than the single, and lasts almost seven minutes: [Excerpt: James Brown "Papa's Got a Brand New Bag (parts 1, 2, and 3)"] But for release as a single, it was sped up a semitone, a ton of reverb was added, and it was edited down to just a few seconds over two minutes. The result was an obvious hit single: [Excerpt: James Brown, "Papa's Got a Brand New Bag"] Or at least, it was an obvious hit single to everyone except Syd Nathan, who as you'll have already predicted by now didn't like the song. Indeed according to Brown, he was so disgusted with the record that he threw his acetate copy of it onto the floor. But Brown got his way, and the single came out, and it became the biggest hit of Brown's career up to that point, not only giving him his first R&B number one since "Try Me" seven years earlier, but also crossing over to the pop charts in a way he hadn't before. He'd had the odd top thirty or even top twenty pop single in the past, but now he was in the top ten, and getting noticed by the music business establishment in a way he hadn't earlier. Brown's audience went from being medium-sized crowds of almost exclusively Black people with the occasional white face, to a much larger, more integrated, audience. Indeed, at the Grammys the next year, while the Beatles, the Beach Boys, the Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan, Phil Spector and the whole Motown stable were overlooked in favour of the big winners for that year Roger Miller, Herb Alpert, and the Anita Kerr Singers, even an organisation with its finger so notoriously off the pulse of the music industry as the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences, which presents the Grammys, couldn't fail to find the pulse of "Papa's Got a Brand New Bag", and gave Brown the Grammy for Best Rhythm and Blues record, beating out the other nominees "In the Midnight Hour", "My Girl", "Shotgun" by Junior Walker, and "Shake" by Sam Cooke. From this point on, Syd Nathan would no longer argue with James Brown as to which of his records would be released. After nine years of being the hardest working man in showbusiness, James Brown had now become the Godfather of Soul, and his real career had just begun.

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About Linda Dyer, MSc: Lynda Dyer, is one of 58 people filmed for ‘The Secret' movie because she applies her material to her own life and has cured herself of the debilitating disease of Lupus. She is a Certified Professional Trainer of NLP and a Master Trainer of Matrix Therapies. She is an International Speaker, Transformational Coach, TedX Speaker, Cast Member of Living Consciously TV Show, and International Best Selling and Award-Winning Author of 13 books. Lynda's humanitarian efforts include; assisting the earthquake victims in China, sponsoring a village in Uganda, Africa, and currently works with an Australian/Vietnamese Association AVVRG, to bring better humanitarian services to others. She lives with the motto ‘You Can Make it Happen Now' while she writes, trains, coaches and shares her material every day. Lynda is the author of 13 books. She began teaching people about how she became WELL from LUPUS so they could do the same if they chose to. Her books were designed my books in a way people can LEARN. Mind over Body is why people get stressed and become ill. She knows from personal experience the truth of this because she was a champion at it and as a result had an auto-immune disease for 14 years.   What We Discuss In This Episode: Lynda is passionate about helping others cut through the garbage to reach bliss and freedom.  She shares how old thinking is an obstacle we can overcome so that we can be in charge of our own health and wellness. We discuss how age simply is an attitude, which is a combination of the way we THINK and FEEL. The BODY then ACTS that out. So changing our thinking changes everything. We are in control of ourselves so nobody affects you without your consent. A common question she asks herself and encourages us to do this too, is, “Would I love to do that”? Life is too short, so start asking yourself this question and  ONLY do what you love to do. Lynda's key message is to let go of everything that doesn't serve you. Resources from Lynda Dyer: To learn more about the work that Lynda does or to check out her books visit:  www.mindpowerglobal.com.au Connect with Linda Dyer: Website: www.mindpowerglobal.com.au LinkedIn : http://au.linkedin.com/pub/lynda-dyer/1/373/a6a Facebook: www.facebook.com/lynda.dyer3                  www.facebook.com/lynda.dyer.nlp                   www.facebook.com/LyndaDyerMPG  Twitter       https://twitter.com/#%21lyndadyer Instagram: www.instagram.com/method.marketing   Connect with Lynne: If you are looking for a community of like-minded women on a journey - just like you are - to improved health and wellness, overall balance, and increased confidence, check out Lynne's private community in The Energized & Healthy Women's Club. It's a supportive and collaborative community where the women in this group share tips and solutions for a healthy and holistic lifestyle. (Discussions include things like weight management, eliminating belly bloat, wrangling sugar gremlins, and overcoming fatigue, recipes, strategies, and much more so women can feel energized, healthy, confident, and joyful each day. Website:  https://holistic-healthandwellness.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/holistichealthandwellnessllc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lynnewadsworth   Free Resource: Hot flashes? Low Energy? Difficulty with weight management? If MID-LIFE & MENOPAUSE are taking their toll then I've got a solution for you! I've taken all my very best strategies and solutions to help you feel energized, vibrant, lighter & healthy, and compiled them into this FREE resource! Thrive in midlife and beyond - download my guide here: https://holistic-healthandwellness.com/thrive-through-menopause/    Did You Enjoy The Podcast? If you enjoyed this episode please let us know! 5-star reviews for the Living Life Naturally podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Pandora, or Stitcher are greatly appreciated. This helps us reach more women struggling to live through midlife and beyond. Thank you. Together, we make a difference!

About Linda Dyer, MSc: Lynda Dyer, is one of 58 people filmed for ‘The Secret' movie because she applies her material to her own life and has cured herself of the debilitating disease of Lupus. She is a Certified Professional Trainer of NLP and a Master Trainer of Matrix Therapies. She is an International Speaker, Transformational Coach, TedX Speaker, Cast Member of Living Consciously TV Show, and International Best Selling and Award-Winning Author of 13 books. Lynda's humanitarian efforts include; assisting the earthquake victims in China, sponsoring a village in Uganda, Africa, and currently works with an Australian/Vietnamese Association AVVRG, to bring better humanitarian services to others. She lives with the motto ‘You Can Make it Happen Now' while she writes, trains, coaches and shares her material every day. Lynda is the author of 13 books. She began teaching people about how she became WELL from LUPUS so they could do the same if they chose to. Her books were designed my books in a way people can LEARN. Mind over Body is why people get stressed and become ill. She knows from personal experience the truth of this because she was a champion at it and as a result had an auto-immune disease for 14 years.   What We Discuss In This Episode: Lynda is passionate about helping others cut through the garbage to reach bliss and freedom.  She shares how old thinking is an obstacle we can overcome so that we can be in charge of our own health and wellness. We discuss how age simply is an attitude, which is a combination of the way we THINK and FEEL. The BODY then ACTS that out. So changing our thinking changes everything. We are in control of ourselves so nobody affects you without your consent. A common question she asks herself and encourages us to do this too, is, “Would I love to do that”? Life is too short, so start asking yourself this question and  ONLY do what you love to do. Lynda's key message is to let go of everything that doesn't serve you. Resources from Lynda Dyer: To learn more about the work that Lynda does or to check out her books visit:  www.mindpowerglobal.com.au Connect with Linda Dyer: Website: www.mindpowerglobal.com.au LinkedIn : http://au.linkedin.com/pub/lynda-dyer/1/373/a6a Facebook: www.facebook.com/lynda.dyer3                  www.facebook.com/lynda.dyer.nlp                   www.facebook.com/LyndaDyerMPG  Twitter       https://twitter.com/#%21lyndadyer Instagram: www.instagram.com/method.marketing   Connect with Lynne: If you are looking for a community of like-minded women on a journey - just like you are - to improved health and wellness, overall balance, and increased confidence, check out Lynne's private community in The Energized & Healthy Women's Club. It's a supportive and collaborative community where the women in this group share tips and solutions for a healthy and holistic lifestyle. (Discussions include things like weight management, eliminating belly bloat, wrangling sugar gremlins, and overcoming fatigue, recipes, strategies, and much more so women can feel energized, healthy, confident, and joyful each day. Website:  https://holistic-healthandwellness.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/holistichealthandwellnessllc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lynnewadsworth   Free Resource: Hot flashes? Low Energy? Difficulty with weight management? If MID-LIFE & MENOPAUSE are taking their toll then I've got a solution for you! I've taken all my very best strategies and solutions to help you feel energized, vibrant, lighter & healthy, and compiled them into this FREE resource! Thrive in midlife and beyond - download my guide here: https://holistic-healthandwellness.com/thrive-through-menopause/    Did You Enjoy The Podcast? If you enjoyed this episode please let us know! 5-star reviews for the Living Life Naturally podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Pandora, or Stitcher are greatly appreciated. This helps us reach more women struggling to live through midlife and beyond. Thank you. Together, we make a difference!

About Linda Dyer, MSc: Lynda Dyer, is one of 58 people filmed for ‘The Secret’ movie because she applies her material to her own life and has cured herself of the debilitating disease of Lupus. She is a Certified Professional Trainer of NLP and a Master Trainer of Matrix Therapies. She is an International Speaker, Transformational Coach, TedX Speaker, Cast Member of Living Consciously TV Show, and International Best Selling and Award-Winning Author of 13 books. Lynda’s humanitarian efforts include; assisting the earthquake victims in China, sponsoring a village in Uganda, Africa, and currently works with an Australian/Vietnamese Association AVVRG, to bring better humanitarian services to others. She lives with the motto ‘You Can Make it Happen Now’ while she writes, trains, coaches and shares her material every day. Lynda is the author of 13 books. She began teaching people about how she became WELL from LUPUS so they could do the same if they chose to. Her books were designed my books in a way people can LEARN. Mind over Body is why people get stressed and become ill. She knows from personal experience the truth of this because she was a champion at it and as a result had an auto-immune disease for 14 years. What We Discuss In This Episode: Lynda is passionate about helping others cut through the garbage to reach bliss and freedom.  She shares how old thinking is an obstacle we can overcome so that we can be in charge of our own health and wellness. We discuss how age simply is an attitude, which is a combination of the way we THINK and FEEL. The BODY then ACTS that out. So changing our thinking changes everything. We are in control of ourselves so nobody affects you without your consent. Lynda also shares some of the research that has been done by Mario Martinez, a clinical neuropsychologist who lectures worldwide on how cultural beliefs affect health and longevity. A common question she asks herself and encourages us to do this too, is, “Would I love to do that”? Life is too short, so start asking yourself this question and  ONLY do what you love to do. Lynda’s key message is to let go of everything that doesn’t serve you. Resources from Lynda Dyer: To learn more about the work that Lynda does or to check out her books visit: www.mindpowerglobal.com.au Connect with Linda Dyer: Website: www.mindpowerglobal.com.au LinkedIn : http://au.linkedin.com/pub/lynda-dyer/1/373/a6a Facebook: www.facebook.com/lynda.dyer3                       www.facebook.com/lynda.dyer.nlp                       www.facebook.com/LyndaDyerMPG   Twitter       https://twitter.com/#%21lyndadyer Instagram: www.instagram.com/method.marketing   Connect with Lynne: If you are looking for a community of like-minded women on a journey - just like you are - to improved health and wellness, overall balance, and increased confidence, check out Lynne's private community in The Energized & Healthy Women's Club. It's a supportive and collaborative community where the women in this group share tips and solutions for a healthy and holistic lifestyle. (Discussions include things like weight management, eliminating belly bloat, wrangling sugar gremlins, and overcoming fatigue, recipes, strategies, and much more so women can feel energized, healthy, confident, and joyful each day. Website:  https://holistic-healthandwellness.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/holistichealthandwellnessllc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lynnewadsworth   Free Resource: MID-LIFE got you spinning? Are you ready to feel energized, vibrant and healthy?   Join us on our journey to increased vitality, holistic health, and wellness.  We share tips, recipes, encouragement in a fun and safe community. Grab your free resource here:   https://holistic-healthandwellness.com/learn-how-to-ditch-the-hormonal-weight/     Did You Enjoy The Podcast? If you enjoyed this episode please let us know! 5-star reviews for the Living Life Naturally podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Pandora, or Stitcher are greatly appreciated. This helps us reach more women struggling to live through midlife and beyond. Thank you. Together, we make a difference!

About Linda Dyer, MSc: Lynda Dyer, is one of 58 people filmed for ‘The Secret’ movie because she applies her material to her own life and has cured herself of the debilitating disease of Lupus. She is a Certified Professional Trainer of NLP and a Master Trainer of Matrix Therapies. She is an International Speaker, Transformational Coach, TedX Speaker, Cast Member of Living Consciously TV Show, and International Best Selling and Award-Winning Author of 13 books. Lynda’s humanitarian efforts include; assisting the earthquake victims in China, sponsoring a village in Uganda, Africa, and currently works with an Australian/Vietnamese Association AVVRG, to bring better humanitarian services to others. She lives with the motto ‘You Can Make it Happen Now’ while she writes, trains, coaches and shares her material every day. Lynda is the author of 13 books. She began teaching people about how she became WELL from LUPUS so they could do the same if they chose to. Her books were designed my books in a way people can LEARN. Mind over Body is why people get stressed and become ill. She knows from personal experience the truth of this because she was a champion at it and as a result had an auto-immune disease for 14 years. What We Discuss In This Episode: Lynda is passionate about helping others cut through the garbage to reach bliss and freedom.  She shares how old thinking is an obstacle we can overcome so that we can be in charge of our own health and wellness. We discuss how age simply is an attitude, which is a combination of the way we THINK and FEEL. The BODY then ACTS that out. So changing our thinking changes everything. We are in control of ourselves so nobody affects you without your consent. Lynda also shares some of the research that has been done by Mario Martinez, a clinical neuropsychologist who lectures worldwide on how cultural beliefs affect health and longevity. A common question she asks herself and encourages us to do this too, is, “Would I love to do that”? Life is too short, so start asking yourself this question and  ONLY do what you love to do. Lynda’s key message is to let go of everything that doesn’t serve you. Resources from Lynda Dyer: To learn more about the work that Lynda does or to check out her books visit: www.mindpowerglobal.com.au Connect with Linda Dyer: Website: www.mindpowerglobal.com.au LinkedIn : http://au.linkedin.com/pub/lynda-dyer/1/373/a6a Facebook: www.facebook.com/lynda.dyer3                       www.facebook.com/lynda.dyer.nlp                       www.facebook.com/LyndaDyerMPG   Twitter       https://twitter.com/#%21lyndadyer Instagram: www.instagram.com/method.marketing   Connect with Lynne: If you are looking for a community of like-minded women on a journey - just like you are - to improved health and wellness, overall balance, and increased confidence, check out Lynne's private community in The Energized & Healthy Women's Club. It's a supportive and collaborative community where the women in this group share tips and solutions for a healthy and holistic lifestyle. (Discussions include things like weight management, eliminating belly bloat, wrangling sugar gremlins, and overcoming fatigue, recipes, strategies, and much more so women can feel energized, healthy, confident, and joyful each day. Website:  https://holistic-healthandwellness.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/holistichealthandwellnessllc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lynnewadsworth   Free Resource: MID-LIFE got you spinning? Are you ready to feel energized, vibrant and healthy?   Join us on our journey to increased vitality, holistic health, and wellness.  We share tips, recipes, encouragement in a fun and safe community. Grab your free resource here:   https://holistic-healthandwellness.com/learn-how-to-ditch-the-hormonal-weight/     Did You Enjoy The Podcast? If you enjoyed this episode please let us know! 5-star reviews for the Living Life Naturally podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Pandora, or Stitcher are greatly appreciated. This helps us reach more women struggling to live through midlife and beyond. Thank you. Together, we make a difference!

Every week Blood on the Sand brings you some of the Darkest True Crime set in some of the Most Beautiful Locations. Hosts Bob Keen, Andre Hashem, and Michael Johnson are here to serve you a Mai Tai with a side of bad guys “New York City: If You Can Make it Here, You Can Make it Anywhere” Like a gunshot Griselda is off and panting a hard foot in America, and like many immigrants before her she lands in the city that never sleeps, New York City! Hot off her international incident smuggling 994 Kilos, Griselda takes New York. First thing on the agenda; how to get more product in? Well, she has all these women lying around, might as well start strapping cocaine girdles on them! In an exciting story we like to call “The Sisterhood of the traveling Cocaine pants” We also find who invented the first crack pipe, and the invention of the female orgasm, all this and so much more! If you watched Cocaine Cowboys and want to learn more listen to the entire episode! Follow us on Instagram @bloodonthesandofficial to join in the conversationSupport us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/bloodonthesand

You Can Make it in This World

As a woman in business surrounding yourself with a support team, especially of strong and driven women, is vital to success. As a strong and driven woman you have the ability to influence others to hold themselves and their businesses to a higher standard of success and pride. Today I am chatting with Genecia Alluora, founder of Soul Rich Woman, South East Asia's leading network for female entrepreneurs.  In this episode, we are chatting about: -Overcoming bullying and using it as fuel for success -How to make your online business thrive -Building up and encouraging women business owners Here were my Key takeaways for y’all: -Anything is possible when you work hard and believe YOU CAN -Make your mess your message -Online and virtual business is so important today More about Genecia: Genecia Alluora is the Founder of Soul Rich Woman, South East Asia's leading network for female entrepreneurs connecting 200,000 women across the region. Genecia was drawn to entrepreneurship in her mid 20’s following her time as Miss Singapore when she established Coffee: Nowhere, a specialist cafe for coffee lovers which has grown into a renowned retail cafe chain with a presence across three countries in Asia with 18 franchisees and licensees. She is the winner of 2014 Franchisee of The Year - Runner Up by Franchise and Licensing Association (Singapore). Keen to explore different marketing avenues and empower like-minded women, Genecia began her own live stream channel, Soul Rich Woman TV. Today, Soul Rich Woman Podcast & TV has combined consists of 3,000+ episodes and has built the foundations to 48 countries. Established in Singapore, Genecia has expanded Soul Rich Woman in recent years to Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia and Myanmar. She is passionate about mentoring women to bring her business and leadership online to go from the best-kept secret to the next online darling. Helping YOU get seen is her mission. To become the irresistible brand that converts like crazy. Once she's done, you'll finally get noticed for what you do best. She has worked and been in masterminds with top online marketers and personal development gurus from all over the world. There is nothing Genecia loves more than to hear success stories  Website . Facebook . Instagram . LinkedIn . Pinterest . Twitter This episode is brought to you by GSD Academy, learn how to be more productive & get your time back in everyday life as a leader. With the right mindset, understand how to communicate boundaries, and how to delegate to the right people, you will have your time back in no time! Start your journey today bit.ly/gsdacademy

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Today's Worship is centered around the Word of the LordMatt 15:32-39.... You Can Make it in a Broken and Dry Place

In this episode 3 of Here's Good News, Season 1 You Can Make it, my Guest and old school friend Marc Kandalaft and I talk all about creativity, communication, art, music and how his passion was the pathway for building his successful business. As an entrepreneur, Marc saw all the elements that are key's to his growth and success and shared in this talk his experience and roadmap. Hosted by Tarek Azmi founder of Here's Good News, a leadership and development company dedicated to your personal and professional growth, offering learning modules, coaching solutions and personal training. Like this podcast? Share and Subscribe to never miss a show, get in touch and receive a courtesy call to start building your dreams and achieving your goals and Here's Good News: You Can Make It!

Episode 40: You Can Make a Difference   In today's episode I had a wonderful conversation with Jeshurun Newman, a dedicated canvasser, leader, and political science major at Southern Adventist University. Many are perhaps perplexed as to what they can do in the midst of such racial turmoil in this country. This episode delves into what canvassers can do to make a bigger impact on the people they canvass. At the end of the day, if we're not showing love to all people, then the books we leave won't have as much impact as we think they do.   Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/?hl=en   Follow our partner @wearjesusis: https://www.instagram.com/wearjesusis/?hl=en   Buy The Mission Study Bible: https://www.thenextdropoff.com/bible   If you have any questions relating to canvassing, leading, or everyday life just use this link: https://www.thenextdropoff.com/contactand fill out the easy form on our website. We'll be answering all questions on our Channel Up segment!

You Can Make a Difference in this Chaotic/Healing Time!Watching the news during these weeks after George Floyd's death is both troubling and heartwarming. Heart warming because there is a possibility of real change happening. You can make a difference by protesting if that calls to you, voting, and/or having important conversations with people. But even more than that, you can make a difference by shifting your perceptions about life. Join Mary in exploring what you can do to be a part of the healing that is happening.Learn more about Mary here:  https://maryomalley.com/

If you’ve ever listened to the radio, you’ve heard Greg Errico’s playing. That’s a bold statement but it’s the truth. As the founding drummer of Sly and the Family Stone, Errico can be heard on all the hits, including You Can Make it if you Try and Everyday People until he left the band in […] The post 559 – Greg Errico: (Sly and the Family Stone) Pioneer of the San Francisco sound appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

President John F. Kennedy once said, “[one person] can make a difference.  And everyone should try.”  Chelsea Clinton is the author of a series of books for young readers inspired by that same sense of idealism. Chelsea Clinton is the Vice Chair of the Clinton Foundation and works alongside her parents, President Bill Clinton and Secretary Hillary Rodham Clinton, to drive the vision and work of the Clinton Foundation.  Over the past 13 years, the Foundation has built partnerships with great purpose among governments, businesses, NGOs, and individuals everywhere to strengthen health systems in developing countries, fight climate change, expand economic opportunity in Africa, Latin America, and the United States, and increase opportunity for women and girls around the world.  Chelsea and Secretary Clinton co-lead the Foundation’s newest initiative, No Ceilings: The Full Participation Project, which helps advance the full participation of women and girls around the world.  Clinton also serves on the boards of the Clinton Health Access Initiative, the School of American Ballet, the Africa Center and the Weill Cornell Medical College, and is the Co-Chair of the Advisory Board of the Of Many Institute at NYU.  Clinton is the best-selling author of a series of books for young readers, including, “Start Now! You Can Make a Difference,” which empower the next generation of change makers to take action on some of the world’s most urgent challenges.

John 10:10 10 The thief comes only to STEAL and KILL and DESTROY. I CAME that they may HAVE LIFE and HAVE IT ABUNDANTLY. Don’t let your breakdown keep you from your breakthrough! Matthew 8:2 2 And behold, a LEPER CAME TO HIM and KNELT BEFORE HIM, saying, “LORD, if you will, YOU CAN MAKE… The post Why Me? (WEEK 1): ‘Break Down or Break Through appeared first on ROCK Church.

Chelsea Clinton, New York Times bestselling author of the middle grade book It’s Your World: Get Informed, Get Inspired and Get Going!, discusses her latest version for younger students, Start Now! You Can Make a Difference. Filled with climate smart ideas, tips on eating healthy, ways to save endangered animals, and how to deal with bullies, Start Now! You Can Make a Difference shows young activists how they can make positive changes in the world. The author also talks about her other children’s books including She Persisted: 13 American Women Who Changed the World and Don’t Let Them Disappear: 12 Endangered Species Across the Globe. Skype questions from students at Fairhill Elementary School (FCPS), and other students via telephone and e-mail, provide a lively discussion. Originally recorded on 1/9/20

If you’ve been with us at Running for Real for a while, you’ve had a chance to hear from Dean Karnazes already. He is a superstar of a runner, the “ULTRAmarathon Man,” and an incredibly upbeat person. Even if you happen to catch him in the middle of a 100-mile run, Dean will smile and take a selfie with you. He’s that kind of guy. In coordination with a new Chicken Soup for the Soul book about running stories, and some exciting races that Dean plans to compete in soon, we got to speak with him again. Feel free to listen in or read along to find out more about Dean’s advice to help the environment, how we can encourage others to run, and more! Runners Can Save the Planet One thing you may not know about Dean is that he doesn’t own a car. Seriously. If you go to his home and see a car, it’s a visitor's or a family member’s. This decision happened about a decade ago when Dean was training to run the Four Deserts Race, a 6-day race where you have to carry all your supplies with you. To train for the race, Dean started doing his grocery trips on his feet. This meant carrying home gallons of milk, and one time, a pack with over 45lbs of sundries. A few trips became a habit, and before long, Dean had given up his sponsorship with Volkswagen in favor of being carless. Dean is known for his extremes. Running 50 marathons in 50 days, giving up his car, running in hot deserts and cold tundra; these things are commonplace for Dean. But when he was asked what runners can do to better the environment, he simply replied, “Recruit more runners!” One of the fastest ways to become more sensitive to our surroundings, is to be in them. Nothing compels you to change your emission-producing habits more than breathing in a lungful of polluted air. And while the negatives of littering or pollution are convincing, the positives of being outdoors are equally moving. Running through fields, over mountains, or along beaches will have you caring for the earth instantly. Runners Can Save Lives Encouraging people to run can save more than the planet, it can save people. Dean shared with us one of his favorite stories from the new Chicken Soup for the Soul book that he helped author and compile about a former marine with PTSD. After trying a variety of treatments including therapy sessions and medication, a friend suggested that this former marine pick up running. He decided to give it a go and soon found himself running marathons and ultramarathons. Running saved his life. Chicken Soup for the Soul: Running for Good, includes 101 stories about running and the good it has done around the world. From communities of mothers in the U.S. to camps of Syrian refuges in Greece, we can all benefit from running. Runners Are People Too Maybe an even more surprising thing about Dean is that he still gets nervous on the start line. He still has tough days, tiring days, days he decides to sleep in instead of getting up to run. And while he has been able to make a career out of running, a dream job in his eyes, he still has to push himself to get out the door sometimes. But that’s what’s great about this sport. We have the chance to be runners and to be human. Whether we run a marathon a day or go for a walk around the mall once a week, we are still part of this community and we still have struggles. We are in it together. You Can Make a Difference Right Now Decide to be an ambassador for running. It’s a simple and effective way to help the environment. You can invite friends for a run, share your experiences of training for a race, or buy someone a pair of running shoes for their birthday. Every bit helps, and your efforts to share your love of running can spread throughout the world. Resources: (book) Chicken Soup for the Soul: Running for Good Dean’s Website Friends, I mentioned Marathon Training Academy in the show, and how much you will enjoy their podcast if you are not already a fan, you can find their podcast on iTunes here or at their website page here.   Thank you to Bodyhealth and Janji for being the wonderful sponsors of this episode of The Running For Real Podcast.   If you are struggling to recover quick enough from your training, my little secret is to use BodyHealth Perfect Amino to get you there. It contains all the essential amino acids, and is very easy for your body to use and begin the repair process. Click the link and use code TINAMUIR10 for 10% off. JANJI is an official sponsor of the Running For Real podcast, I am so excited about this! They visit designers in countries all around the world to help with their upcoming clothing lines and any profit they make off of that design 5% goes right back to that country to supply for their clean water supply. The materials they use are recycled which I LOVE. Go here and use code TINAMUIR for 10% off and if you want to know my favorites click here. Mile 20 Mental Training Course: Win Your Own Race goes on sale in just over a month. The doors will open for a VERY limited time, and then close until May 2020, so don't miss out. Even if you do not intend to start the 12 week course until early 2020, you can begin at any time, but you cannot purchase at any time. To get on the Mile 20 Mental Training Course: Win Your Own Race waitlist, where you will be guaranteed a spot on the course, sign up here. Or learn more about the course here. Thanks for Listening! I hope you enjoyed today's episode. To share your thoughts: Leave a note in the comment section below. Join the Running for Real Facebook Group and share your thoughts on the episode (or future guests you would like to hear from) Share this show on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, or Pinterest. To help out the show: Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews will really help me climb up the iTunes rankings and I promise, I read every single one. Not sure how to leave a review or subscribe, you can find out here. Thank you to Dean, I look forward to hearing your thoughts on the show.

When it comes to entrepreneurship, we hear a lot about how y’all want to do good and give back. And we’ve talked about that before, from donating cash to creating private foundations to creating socially minded business. Today, we’re talking to an entrepreneur who has built a business designed around the concept of social good and we think you’re gonna love it.  Listeners, meet Stephanie Hepburn of Good Cloth.  This episode is really eye-opening, both from an entrepreneurial standpoint and from a consumer standpoint. We already know you’re gonna learn a lot, so make sure to listen along.   WHAT YOU’LL LEARN  05:03 What purchasing power has to do with preventing human trafficking 07:21 How reader feedback led Stephanie into retail  09:43 Why Stephanie was resistant to B-Corp status at first  10:14 The importance of being honest about how you do business 12:02 The misconceptions of sustainable clothing 15:40 The spectrum of sustainable or socially minded businesses 16:58 Why Stephanie decided B-Corp status was right for her brand 18:05 What’s involved in choosing products with transparent supply chains 20:44 How Stephanie encourages retailers to improve their transparency 23:48 The importance of failure and learning 24:46 How it’s possible to bootstrap your passion project 26:48 Stephanie’s tips for making a difference AND a profit 27:54 How the sustainable and ethical fashion industry has changed 30:42 Why regulation and legislation are critical in transparent supply chains  32:06 How sustainability and ethical operations make every business better 35:00 Why Stephanie doesn’t think success and social good are separate 36:12 What’s on the horizon for Good Cloth   Stephanie’s Standards for Her Ethical Fashion Biz Stephanie, who is also a journalist, began her journey into the world of sustainable fashion after writing a book about human trafficking. During her research, she realized that a huge portion of the fashion industry is set up to make things like labor abuse and trafficking incredibly easy for those who want to take advantage. Stephanie also realized that it was nearly impossible to find a transparent supply chain, so that companies and consumers could know exactly what type of life their purchase was providing to clothing industry workers. This led her down the path to creating her own online retail store — Good Cloth — which focuses on only selling clothing, accessories, and products that are transparent, sustainable, and ethical.  As part of her business model, Stephanie really tries to bring in different audiences and different people, highlighting the issue of human trafficking and poor labor standards as they make contact with her products and/or brand. Each Good Cloth product gives a strong description of where it came from, who made it, and how it makes a difference. This alone helps consumers learn more about the process of ethical fashion and why it’s important. It also builds trust, which is the cornerstone of ethical fashion, according to Stephanie. But it’s not always easy. Obstacles in the Sustainable/Ethical Retail World In this episode, Stephanie walks us through how she finds her retailers and what sort of “vetting process” she goes through to ensure her products are actually ethical. Doing the research and asking the right questions is critical to finding sustainable retailers, material sources, etc., she says. Thanks to her background in journalism, she is able to do this, but she also admits that it’s taken a long time. Her labor of love is clear if you’ve ever browsed Good Cloth’s online store, though, where each collection is curated so thoughtfully. We also learned a lot about how most “sustainable” products out there are actually not as sustainable as they’re advertised to be. And in some cases, she told us, it’s a matter of choosing what is most important to you in the manufacturing and retail process. For example, some businesses may be able to process recycled products and use that for their materials, while others may be able to ensure fair wages and prices. There is a wide spectrum of sustainability that doesn’t make one better than the other; it’s supporting what’s most important to you.  “It’s nuance, understanding, and meeting with people where they are,” Stephanie said. And Good Cloth doesn’t just say “No” to every retailer who doesn’t meet their standards. Instead, the brand supports retailers and sources as they attempt to be fully sustainable, while holding them to a higher standard. This means that some may have to come back after they’ve improved certain areas of their operations, but that sort of feedback makes the industry as a whole better, and it gives other ethically driven brands a standard by which to measure themselves. You Can Make a Difference — And a Profit Of course, our favorite part of our chat with Stephanie was digging into the money. So often we hear “I want to make a difference, but I gotta make money.” Stephanie talks about how she’s been able to build a profitable business from Day One, which we think will calm a lot of your worries. Are you ready? Stephanie’s tips to make a difference and a profit:  Make it low-cost and low-risk. You don’t always have to take out loans and you don’t need expensive branding or employees right out of the gate. Start with what you’ve got and make it grow from there. You don’t have to scale too fast. Grow at your comfort level. It helps to learn your business inside and out before making things complicated.  Pretty easy, right? We think so.   Elevating the Industry Last but not least, we talked about changing consumer attitudes toward fashion, as well as regulation and legislation, and how they’re helping to improve Stephanie’s industry. She believes that regulation and legislation are a good thing that will help all businesses improve and, as a result, the world. Part of her effort to shed light on poor labor practices and human trafficking is made more effective through regulation and laws. She believes that government involvement in industries like retail will keep people safe, ensure fair wages, and create a stronger economy. And fair wages and pollution aren’t a third-world problem, Stephanie says; these things happen in the U.S. too. Be aware and educate yourself when you buy something — it’s the best way to make sure you’re putting your money where your values are.   Check Out Good Cloth We were SO motivated by our chat with Stephanie, especially by the theme of elevating the standards of entrepreneurship. Even if you’re not a retail or clothing brand, the principles of sustainability and ethics transfer. What are you doing to make a difference? Who are you advocating for, and what are you protecting? And how will you do it WHILE making a profit?  Don’t miss this episode, y’all.   This material is for general information only and is not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual.   Resources & People Mentioned Good Cloth @shopgoodcloth on Twitter and Instagram Crisis Talk, where Stephanie writes about mental health Brand photos   Connect With Danielle and Dustin Ask Your Questions On Facebook On Twitter

The third in our "Improve Our Serve" series, "You Can Make a Difference" is a message from Crystal Stine.Show NotesScripture: John 6:1-13, Matthew 5:13-16, Ephesians 2:10, Mark 16:15, Luke 10:27You must be present and available in the lives of the people around you to make a difference. You can use what you have RIGHT NOW to make a difference. Small moments of everyday, ordinary obedience can make a big difference. Learn more about us at grandpoint.church

John Stonetsreet and Warren Cole Smith discuss a radical abortion bill introduced in Virginia–on the heels of New York's insanely cruel abortion law. They also discuss Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam's ridiculous claim that his comments in response to the bill were taken out of context. His words, as John and Warren note, speak for themselves.  Unlimited access to abortion–even up to and perhaps including infanticide–is what the pro-abortion movement has wanted all along. They also talk about the good news that Pakistan's supreme court has cleared the way for Asia Bibi, the Christian woman who faced execution for trumped-up blasphemy charges–may now leave the country. In light of that, John and Ed urge the Trump Administration to take in more Christian refugees–brothers and sisters of ours who are in true danger because of their faith. Finally, they discuss the Colson Center's upcoming Short Course: “C. S. Lewis and the Christian Worldview,” taught by Dr. Louis Markos. Registration is open. And be sure to hear the voice of C. S. Lewis from a rare radio clip we've included in our recent BreakPoint commentary. http://www.breakpoint.org/2019/02/bp-this-week-radical-becomes-the-new-normal-for-the-abortion-movement/ Resources Colson Center Short Course: "C. S. Lewis and the Christian Worldview." Register here!   Why C. S. Lewis Still Speaks John Stonestreet and G. Shane Morris, BreakPoint, January 29, 2019   You Can Make the Case for Life: Scott Klusendorf John Stonestreet and Scott Klusendorf BreakPoint Podcast, January 14, 2019   President Trump, Grant Asylum to Asia Bibi John Stonestreet and David Carlson BreakPoint, December 28, 2019

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Join us as LinkedIn Chief Marketing Officer, Shannon Brayton sits down with Chelsea Clinton to discuss the work Clinton is doing to empower young activists to change the world. In Clinton’s new book, Start Now! You Can Make a Difference, she shares information about problems both large and small. She breaks down concepts of health, hunger, climate change, endangered species, and bullying so that young people can understand the world around them. She helps them learn how they can make a difference in their own lives, as well as in their communities and the world at large. Clinton hopes to encourage kids to learn more about what helps them to be healthy and to be inspired to stand up for what they believe is right.  

2pm ET / 1pm CT / 12pm MT / 11am PT (Outside US: Dial 00 + 1 + 714-464-4891) 2016 EIPPY Book Awards Presentation ~ Lynda Dyer Lynda Dyer’s eighth book, Create Confident Kids went to a #1 International Bestseller. It was written to inspire YOU the parent, grandparents, caregiver, teacher, coach and all adults to arm yourself with the most updated tools that will not be here today and technology tomorrow. These tools allow you to offer yourself, and the children in your life, the best of current knowledge to be confident and empowered and in control of their own lives and share their gifts with the world. Lynda leads by example and shares with you a fabulous understanding of children growing up, the steps to create great experiences and change, and how it can be for you and your children to confidently move forward. One of 58 people from around the world filmed for The Secret because she applies her material to her life, Lynda cured herself of the debilitating disease of Lupus. She is a Certified Professional Trainer of NLP, including Kids and NLP, and a Master Trainer of Matrix Therapies. She is an International Speaker, Transformational Coach, Cast Member of Living Consciously TV Shows, and an International Best-Selling, Award-Winning Author. Lynda has assisted the earthquake victims in China by translating 5,000 copies of her book Good Grief and delivering them personally to the kids in 2008. Since 2014, Lynda dreamed about, instigated, visited and now sponsors an entire village in Uganda, Africa. She doesn’t just say the motto, ‘You Can Make it Happen NOW’, she walks her talk by writing, training, coaching, teaching and living her material every day.   

2pm ET / 1pm CT / 12pm MT / 11am PT (Outside US: Dial 00 + 1 + 714-464-4891) Viki Winterton interviews Lynda Dyer! Lynda’s eighth book, You Can Make it Happen NOW: Create Confident Kids is written to inspire YOU the parent, grandparents, caregiver, teacher, coach and all adults to arm yourself with the most updated tools that will not be here today and technology tomorrow. These tools allow you to offer yourself, and the children in your life, the best of current knowledge to be confident and empowered and in control of their own lives and share their gifts with the world. Lynda leads by example and shares with you a fabulous understanding of children growing up, the steps to create great experiences and change, and how it can be for you and your children to confidently move forward. One of 58 people from around the world filmed for The Secret because she applies her material to her life, Lynda cured herself of the debilitating disease of Lupus. She is a Certified Professional Trainer of NLP, including Kids and NLP, and a Master Trainer of Matrix Therapies. She is an International Speaker, Transformational Coach, Cast Member of Living Consciously TV Shows, and International Best-Selling and Award-Winning Author. Lynda has assisted the earthquake victims in China by translating 5000 copies of her book Good Grief and delivering them personally to the kids in 2008. Since 2014, Lynda dreamed about, instigated, visited and now sponsors an entire village in Uganda, Africa. She doesn’t just say the motto, “You Can Make it Happen NOW, she walks her talk by writing, training, coaching, teaching and living her material every day. You can too!  

You Can Make the Kessel Run Much Faster In a Mini-Lion Robot This week Johnny and Brian are talking about their adventures in Free Comic Book Day, Cap's Box Office success, an all-new Defender of the Universe and Han Solo! Free Comic Book Day Round Up Johnny and Brian spent their FCBD helping out at Queen City Comics in Pleasant Ridge, Cincinnati, OH… this is their story. Captain America Civil War Box Office Number Captain America Civil War opened to just north of $179 million and currently stands at $700 million, which puts it in the top 5 for all-time movie openings openings. How many times did you hit up the theaters? Voltron Legendary Defender Trailer Reaction Holy hell! Have you seen this trailer yet? If not check out the first look for this great new Netflix series, animated by Studio MIR (the same saints who gave us Avatar the Last Airbender and the Legend of Korra!). Star Wars Has a New Han Solo The Han Solo (solo pic?) has its scruffy nerf herder in the form of actor Alden Ehrenreich, who Stephen Spielberg discovered at a bat mitzvah of all places. Is this your pick? Are you ready to...

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You Can Make A Difference – LIFE LESSONS FROM NEHEMIAH; Part 1 - It's Time to Step UP!. God is calling everyone of us to be the kind of person who makes a difference. The book of Nehemiah will teach us how to improve our skills in making an impact – in being leaders in this church and out in the community. It will show us how to dream a dream – how to have a vision and see it become a reality. This is the greatest book on leadership in the Bible. Join Pastor Mark as he begins this new series – "You Can Make a Difference". Nehemiah 1:1-4

Our fifth episode includes the first of two doses of Peace and Music with members of Sly & the Family Stone. Singer/Keyboardist Rose Stone and bassist Larry Graham remember what it was like when they arrived on site and performed late through the next sunrise. Their live at Woodstock clips include "Sing a Simple Song" and "You Can Make it if you Try."

Our fifth episode includes the first of two doses of Peace and Music with members of Sly & the Family Stone. Singer/Keyboardist Rose Stone and bassist Larry Graham remember what it was like when they arrived on site and performed late through the next sunrise. Their live at Woodstock clips include "Sing a Simple Song" and "You Can Make it if you Try."