))
Gretchen Rubin is HAPPIER, and she wants you to be happier too. The #1 bestselling author of The Happiness Project and Better Than Before gets more personal than ever as she brings her practical, manageable advice about happiness and good habits to this lively, thought-provoking podcast. Gretchen’s cohost and guinea pig is her younger sister, Elizabeth Craft, a TV writer and producer living in Los Angeles, who (lovingly) refers to Gretchen as her happiness bully. Sales and Distribution by Le ...
…
continue reading
The Truth Shall Make Ye Fret is a podcast in which your hosts, Joanna Hagan and Francine Carrel, read and recap every book from Sir Terry Pratchett’s Discworld series in chronological order. We’ll be splitting each book into three weekly episodes of analysis, discussion and tangents, with a week off in between books to refresh our brains.
…
continue reading
As seen in the New York Times, on NPR, and the TODAY Show, Man of the Year is the #1 friendship podcast in the country! Comedians and friendship experts Matt Ritter and Aaron Karo will help you make new friends, reconnect with old ones, and build lifelong social fitness. Each November they award a gigantic Man of the Year trophy to one of their childhood friends – a tradition that has kept their crew going strong since the '80s. But the country is currently facing a friendship recession – 15 ...
…
continue reading
In each episode, Patrick Hamilton and Gena Radcliffe unpack all the gory details of horror cinema's least discussed topic: the characters. From Friday the 13th to the Evil Dead franchise and beyond, our mission is to detail each hack, slash, and decapitation in the hopes that a victim's untimely end is just the beginning of the jokes we can make about them.
…
continue reading
1
Jon Cronshaw's Author Diary - The Real Life of an Indie Author | Writing | Publishing | Disability
Jon Cronshaw
5
403
Step into the world of storytelling with Jon Cronshaw, a legally blind indie fantasy author who refuses to let visual impairment stand in the way of his literary dreams. In his weekly Author Diary podcast, Jon brings raw honesty and infectious enthusiasm to every episode, inviting listeners behind the curtain of his unique writing journey. From the spark of a new idea to the satisfaction of a published novel, Jon shares the unfiltered reality of crafting stories while navigating the publishi ...
…
continue reading
PodChatLive brings you weekly episodes covering the previous 7 days in Podiatry; stories from the mainstream/social media and newly published research papers of interest. Hosted by Podiatrists Ian Griffiths (UK) and Craig Payne (AUS).
…
continue reading
Over the noise of this world, the Word of God speaks. It brings peace to the soul, calm to the spirit and strength to the weak. Here you can find some direction for today that will impact your forever.
…
continue reading
Unlocked is a daily teen devotional, centered on God’s Word. Each day’s devotion—whether fiction, poetry, or essay—asks the question: How does Jesus and what He did affect today’s topic? With daily devotions read by our hosts, Natalie and Dylan, and questions designed to encourage discussion and a deeper walk with Christ, Unlocked invites teens to both engage with the Bible and to write and submit their own devotional pieces.
…
continue reading
A podcast about The Dresden Files series by Jim Butcher.
…
continue reading
Am I Ovary Acting with Amber and Annabel: a deep dive into the most euphoric highs and the messiest of lows of being a woman, with everything in between. The girls bring you all of the unfiltered conversations we should all be having. From navigating fertility to the chaos of careers, relationships, social media and self-image, tackled with a perfect mix of humour, vulnerability and unapologetic honesty. Raw stories, belly laughs and the kind of girl talk that feels like a wine-night-in with ...
…
continue reading
Explore the world of creativity and writing with Mysterious Goings On with J. Alexander Greenwood. Named a 2022 Top 5 Literature Podcast by CrowdUltra and a "New & Noteworthy" show by Apple Podcasts in 2016, this show is a magnet for top-selling authors and creative minds. Subscribe to embark on an enthralling journey through the world of creativity and literature. Website: https://mgopod.com/ Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/j-alexander-greenwood/subscribe
…
continue reading
This series serves the visionaries, the people who have written, the people who may someday write, storytellers, dreamers, plotters and schemers. It is geared toward the residents of the fiction writing community and those who are trying to find a way in. Throughout this series, we’ll talk about creativity, the writing process, the stumbling blocks and solutions, what to do when the well runs dry, and what to do when you want to write but have no time.
…
continue reading
I'm Nico. Welcome to the Stupid Hearts Club Podcast. Allow me tell you a little about the show.... In Summer 2021 after having such lovely feedback from Matt Morgans gorgeous Patrons I decided to start my very own podcast. It started out exclusively here on Patreon, but now it's out in the wild for everyone to hear! I initially called it GSOH and I (usually) delivered one podcast per week. It has become a really cool thing in my life and my community of patrons are legends who give lots of m ...
…
continue reading
I'm a husband, a puppy-dad, a chaplain, a songwriter, and an author. I write, sing, and talk about the foolishness of faith; about mental health and mental illness; and, I hope, about love. I try to follow Jesus. I often fail.
…
continue reading
Three funny people write the first line of a book, film poster or advert and pit this against the work of the real author. Will they write something more appealing than the writer and fool their fellows? Will they fall flat on their face? Will you guess who's fooling who? With Robin Ince, Fenella Fudge, Marian Pashley, Stuart Flynn & Bruce Guthrie.
…
continue reading
The show is for founders and early-stage startups to help them understand the role that technical writing plays in their company's success. We explore the nerdy nature and culture of technical writers and how to find, build, and grow your technical writing team. Produced by: Intent Media Music by BeatsbyAlf: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn9ql_KnHci1lEjZ0yfTtCw/featured
…
continue reading
Game Changers was designed BY government contractors FOR government contractors. The focus of every episode is to give listeners a new tip, trick, or strategy that will help them find and win more contracts. Each episode features Subject Matter Experts (SME), companies that are successfully winning contracts, or nationally recognized professional speakers and authors. The show is hosted by government experts Michael LeJeune from Federal Access and Joshua Frank from RSM Federal. Their award-w ...
…
continue reading
Industrial Safety isn’t something to fool around with. But that doesn't mean you need to torture yourself reading regulations and standards written for rocket scientists. There's a better way to keep up with the best safety practices pertaining to the hazards you face daily. Dave and Bacon's Safety Tales brings you weekly advice, news, interviews with industry leaders and real life safety stories from people who don't write about safety for a living. They live it.
…
continue reading
This reading is in Hebrew.Mendele Mocher Seforim (Literary name for Shalom Jacob Abramovitsch) (1835 – 1917, b. Kapulye, Belorussia), one of the first modern Jewish writers, wrote in both Hebrew and Yiddish throughout his career. In his work he described with sharp satirical criticism the traditional life in small Jewish towns, as well as tendencies for assimilation of learned Jews at the time. He was regarded as the “grandfather of Yiddish literature” but the Hebraic-Zionist atmosphere in O ...
…
continue reading
Jonathan and Kristina Snowden love pro wrestling. They want you to love it too. Join them every week as they discuss the five things they enjoyed most over the past seven days, take a look back at a classic match and answer your questions.
…
continue reading
Author L.S. Kilroy discusses writing, life, and everything in between.
…
continue reading
1
402 - June 8, 2025 - The Prince and the Fool, Ravenglass Legends, Robin Hobb, Baby Reindeer
6:09
6:09
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
6:09
After taking last week off, I’m back at the writing desk and making great progress on The Prince and the Fool (Ravenglass Legends, Book 4). I’ve just hit the mid-point of the book—and the series itself! I’ll be sharing unedited chapters on Patreon over the next few weeks for those following along early. This week, I also chat about reading Homecomi…
…
continue reading
It’s bright lights and multiple Deadites this week as we leave the woods for Patrick’s hood on the season 5 finale of Kill By Kill!! That’s right, we’re wrapping up our Necronomicon coverage with the latest entry in the franchise, EVIL DEAD RISE!! Along the way, we uncover Rise’s unusual route to the cineplex, how a few direct sequels to the 2013 f…
…
continue reading
READ: JOHN 11:1-44; HEBREWS 4:14-16; REVELATION 21:1-5 I closed the book and pondered what I had just read. Jesus weeps for me? The novel I was reading explained it in such a way that I just had to stop for a moment and think. The book said Jesus is there with us in our suffering. His heart breaks over human pain, and He mourns with us. But He does…
…
continue reading
READ: PSALM 19:7-11; 2 TIMOTHY 3:16-17; HEBREWS 4:12 Martin Frobisher, an English explorer, once discovered a huge hoard of gold on Baffin Island in Canada. He sent three ships, carrying 160 tons of gold-containing ore, back to Queen Elizabeth I in England. Unfortunately, the ore contained nothing more than a pile of yellow mica or iron pyrite—othe…
…
continue reading
1
The Fine Art of the Gentle Nudge (and When It Becomes a Shove)
11:06
11:06
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
11:06
Alex Greenwood explores the multifaceted nature of persuasion, particularly in writing and storytelling. He discusses how writers use persuasion to create believable narratives, the ethical implications of persuasion in various fields, and the importance of trust in the writer-reader relationship. Through examples from fiction, public relations, an…
…
continue reading
1
Ep. 537: Create a Family “Familect,” Organize Your Apps & Listeners’ Great Secrets of Adulthood
30:36
30:36
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
30:36
We discuss the idea of the “familect” and why it might be fun to create a dictionary for our own familect. We also talk about a hack that makes it easier to use a smartphone, and we share dozens of listeners’ thought-provoking “Secrets of Adulthood.” Resources & links related to this episode: Order your copy of Secrets of Adulthood Join Secrets of …
…
continue reading
READ: ROMANS 5:6-11 Jesus Christ died for your sins. Does this sentence amaze you every time you read it? For many of us (especially those of us who have grown up going to church), this amazing statement has become so normal in our lives that we often glance over it. But that’s just what this truth is—amazing. Something that inspires awe, admiratio…
…
continue reading
1
PodChatLive 182: Are strength exercises actually doing anything, and tips for appraising research papers
29:47
29:47
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
29:47
PodChatLive 182: Are strength exercises actually doing anything, and tips for appraising research papers Contact us: [email protected] Links from todays episode: Biomechanical Assessment of Yoga-Based Warm-Up Routines in Reducing Injury Risk among Runners Do strengthening exercises help in the treatment of people with patellar tendinopath…
…
continue reading
This week, we're back from a girls day out - a trip to LDN for a hysteroscopy turned fun little rendevouz. We're talking M&S, a polypy uterus and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
…
continue reading
Karo and Matt dive into the magic of “24-hour friends” – those buddies you make over a short period of time at weddings, on vacation, or on a work trip. Why do these accelerated bonds feel so deep, and is it possible to turn them into long-lasting friendships? Watch this episode on YouTube! Get MOTY merch at manoftheyearpodcast.com Man of the Year …
…
continue reading
READ: PSALM 139; LUKE 12:6-7 Any other “middle kids” out there? I’m a middle child. Not the exact middle, but I’m number three out of four kids. My older two siblings were very outgoing when we were young, and my little brother was the baby of the family, so all three of them received a lot of attention. And then there was me, somewhere in the midd…
…
continue reading
1
Ep 373: The Boring Stuff That Actually Grows Your GovCon Business
14:01
14:01
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
14:01
In this episode of Game Changers for Government Contractors, host Michael LeJeune strips away the fluff and focuses on what really moves the needle in GovCon—mastering the fundamentals. From consistent pipeline reviews and smart pre-acquisition prospecting to proposal infrastructure, back-office compliance, and client re-engagement, Michael outline…
…
continue reading
1
Little Happier: Some Words from Winston Churchill—Among Other Things, He Was a Terrific Writer
8:36
8:36
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
8:36
Winston Churchill was an extraordinary presence on the world stage, and among his strengths, he had a tremendous gift with words. Here are just a few of the powerful, insightful, or hilarious observations he made. Resources & links related to this episode: Secrets of Adulthood Forty Ways to Look at Winston Churchill Episode of “A Little Happier on …
…
continue reading
READ: PROVERBS 16:3-9; ROMANS 8:28-29; PHILIPPIANS 4:4-7 When I was seventeen, my second choice for a summer activity rose to become my first. Early in the year, I auditioned for the all-state marching band, which would travel and perform during the summer. However, I didn’t get selected for that honor, so I set my sights on something different. I …
…
continue reading
By Johnstown Independent Baptist Church
…
continue reading
By Johnstown Independent Baptist Church
…
continue reading
READ: GALATIANS 1:6-12; 2:14–3:6; 5:1, 16-26 Imagine you’re standing in a burning building. Everything is on fire. Smoke fills the air, and it’s hard to see or breathe. But you, quick thinker that you are, hold your breath. You get down low. You bob and weave between burning furniture and crumbling walls. You dodge the pieces of ceiling that crash …
…
continue reading
1
More Happier: Parenting Roundtable with Dr. Becky and Samantha Bee
42:16
42:16
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
42:16
The Roundtable Series tackles the subject of parenthood. With parenting expert Dr. Becky Kennedy and comedian Samantha Bee, we discuss the most helpful lessons we’ve learned, big challenges we’ve faced, the anxieties that we sometimes feel as parents, and more. Resources & links related to this episode: Dr. Becky Kennedy Samantha Bee Get in touch: …
…
continue reading
READ: GENESIS 1:26–2:3; MATTHEW 11:28-30; LUKE 10:38-42 Alistair hefted his saw and adjusted his vision screen over his eyes. As he made the final cut, the virtual gift box opened in the corner of his vision screen and a few digitized fireworks exploded. Though he knew the praise was only automatic, it still felt good. A banner floated across the s…
…
continue reading
1
401 - June 1, 2024 - Episode 400 Q&A - Part Two!
9:12
9:12
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
9:12
In this follow-up to the 400th episode celebration, I’m back with part two of the Q&A, this time answering questions from Facebook. Once again, I’m joined by my wife and editor, Claire, for more behind-the-scenes chat about writing, editing, and the creative life. Thank you to everyone who submitted questions! And if you're looking for a brilliant …
…
continue reading
It’s an open invitation to what might be the very best (horror) movie of the year! That’s right, we’re wrapping up Season 5’s Vampire coverage with the runaway original smash of 2025 so far, SINNERS!! Along the way, we dig into the complex web of personal relationships that make the film sing, the dazzling performances of the entire cast, and the s…
…
continue reading
READ: ROMANS 8:18, 23-25; REVELATION 21 If you were a character in a book, it would be nice to know that your story has a happy ending. When we’re the ones reading a book, usually we try to avoid spoilers, but sometimes we can’t help ourselves. As a kid, I can remember the suspense surrounding the fate of favorite characters. Unable to take the ten…
…
continue reading
READ: MARK 16:19-20; LUKE 24:50-53; ACTS 1:4-11; REVELATION 1:7 Recently I noticed Ascension Day on the calendar of a religious publication. In my faith tradition, little attention is given to this monumental event. However, the fact that Jesus ascended into heaven is vital to our understanding of His birth, death, and resurrection. Scripture revea…
…
continue reading
1
Ep. 536: Make a Before-&-After Book, Enter the Library, and How to Deal with a Questioner Spouse
35:27
35:27
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
35:27
We discuss how creating before-and-after photo books of renovations or improvements can bring satisfaction and preserve memories. Our happiness hack suggests visiting your local library (or museum) for the first time; that first visit can be surprising to make. We also share listeners’ strategies for handling a spouse who asks too many questions at…
…
continue reading
READ: ISAIAH 49:13-17; JOHN 10:1-30 I have a bad habit of losing umbrellas. As a little girl, I flipped through a catalog one day and spotted an umbrella I desperately wanted. It featured an array of soft, pastel colors—baby blue, mint green, and lavender. I begged my parents for it and later unwrapped this present with glee. I was in umbrella heav…
…
continue reading
1
PodChatLive 181: Flat out Fabulous; A Barbie foot posture research article special
53:22
53:22
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
53:22
PodChatLive 181: Flat out Fabulous; A Barbie foot posture research article special Contact us: [email protected] Link to "the paper": Flat out Fabulous: How Barbie’s foot posture and occupations have changed over the decades, and the lessons we can learn
…
continue reading
This week we're talking our ideal life vs what we *think* is our ideal life, our embarrassingly high screen times and Internal Family Systems Therapy. Plus, Mummy Pig has had her baby - and do we think it's understandable that the infertility community are finding this triggering? [email protected] @amberizzo @annabelgurnett Hosted on Acast. Se…
…
continue reading
Matt and Aaron break down common friendship myths. As we all know there are things we believe to be true about friendship, but were did we get these beliefs from and when put to the test are they actually accurate? Usually the answer is no! here are some common friendship myths we discuss/debunk: Friendship should last forever Good friends never ar…
…
continue reading
READ: ESTHER 4:1-17; EPHESIANS 2:1-10 Do you ever wish you had been born during a different time? I sometimes wish I was living earlier in history. I read books about knights, ladies, and castles, and I think I would like to have lived during the Middle Ages. Or I wish we could go back to when people worked harder for themselves and didn’t have to …
…
continue reading
1
Ep 372: The 2025 HUBZone Conference: What to Expect and Why You Should Attend
25:48
25:48
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
25:48
In this episode of Game Changers for Government Contractors, host Michael LeJeune welcomes Kindra Dionne, Chief Program Officer of the HUBZone Contractors National Council, to celebrate 25 years of HUBZone progress and preview what’s ahead. Kindra unveils a bold vision for the program, including a new Affinity Group model, a national outreach strat…
…
continue reading
1
Little Happier: The Surprising Origin of One of My Favorite Book Titles
4:19
4:19
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
4:19
I love book titles, and when I finally tracked down the book attached to one of my favorite titles, I was astonished to learn where I heard about it. Get in touch: [email protected] Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collection, and the Happier app. Find the transc…
…
continue reading
READ: DEUTERONOMY 31:8; PSALMS 8:1-9; 139:1-14; EPHESIANS 2:13 I step into the night, surrendering my eyes, enveloped in darkness like plunging into water. Desperate for light, I look up. A few brave stars gleam, unafraid of night’s unknowing. Silhouetted black pines rise and frame the gray sky. Leaves tumble and wrestle, keeping me alert. I can’t …
…
continue reading
Hey friends—can you do me a quick favor? I’m running a short survey to get your take on my podcasts and All the Fits That's News newsletter. It only takes about 2 minutes, and your feedback will help shape what comes next.Whether you're a regular listener or just pop in occasionally, I’d really value your input. Bonus: you can enter to win a $20 Am…
…
continue reading
By Johnstown Independent Baptist Church
…
continue reading
READ: 2 CORINTHIANS 5:17; GALATIANS 5:16-18; JAMES 1:3-5 For most of my youth, being mature was all the rage. Everyone pretended to be mature. My conception of what that meant was not laughing at sexist and inappropriate jokes, portraying a cooler version of myself, and pretending not to be boy-obsessed while also knowing everything about dating, b…
…
continue reading
1
3: Gender on the Discworld (Affirmations on a Postcard from Scritz)
1:36:09
1:36:09
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:36:09
The Truth Shall Make Ye Fret is a podcast in which your hosts, Joanna Hagan and Francine Carrel are flitting to and from the Discworld like confused Chelonauts. This month, we’re back on the Disc to explore gender and celebrate the Glorious 25th of May! VIDEO VERSION: https://youtu.be/OXJYfghjUDA SHEPHERD'S CROWN MENTIONED SPORADICALLY from 00:07:4…
…
continue reading
Alex explores the decline of a shared sense of purpose in America, emphasizing the importance of civic understanding, empathy, and community. He discusses how societal divisions have been exacerbated by misinformation and a lack of civic education, leading to a fragmented democracy. He advocates for a return to the American ideal of unity and coope…
…
continue reading
1
More Happier: Our Longest-Lasting Relationships, a New Way to Think About Our Past & a Fun Quiz
23:50
23:50
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
23:50
We discuss why it’s interesting to consider our longest continuous non-family relationships. We spotlight a tool for spring: the Five-Senses Quiz that helps you discover which of our senses might be neglected. Plus, we explore how authors like Stephen King shape their creative landscapes from personal memories, and how viewing the own past through …
…
continue reading
READ: 1 KINGS 18:20-39; PSALMS 115:1-13; 116:1-9 "Can you hear me? Hello? I’m talking…Are you even listening?” Have you ever tried and tried to get someone to listen to you, and eventually just gave up? Maybe after a while, you just couldn’t spend any more energy trying to get them to pay attention, so, you tried to convince yourself that you didn’…
…
continue reading
1
400 - May 25, 2025 - Episode 400 Q&A with Claire!
9:13
9:13
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
9:13
This week marks a major milestone—episode 400 of the Author Diary! To celebrate, I’m doing something a little different. I answer questions from my Patreon supporters, covering everything from writing to reading. I’m also joined by a very special guest—Claire, my wife and editor! We chat about editing, storytelling, and what it’s like working toget…
…
continue reading
1
Fright Night 2 (w/ Alicia Berbenick)
1:15:26
1:15:26
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:15:26
*lit candles glow, fog machine pumps, a cloaked figure enters… Welcome… to Fright Night… as well!! Or “in addition to…” Screw it: it’s FRIGHT NIGHT 2!! The original. There happens to be a second FIGHT NIGHT 2 that's a sequel to the remake. Wait, let’s start over. Are you confused yet? Just you wait! On our final episode of Horror-CoMAYdy this year,…
…
continue reading
READ: DEUTERONOMY 31:8; PSALM 23:4; HEBREWS 13:5-6 I stood anxiously in front of the school doors, feeling as if I was glued to the spot. I had no idea what awaited me inside that building. How could I trust that it was going to be okay when it had all gone wrong before? I was tired of being an outcast. A loner. The one who sat alone at lunch. I ha…
…
continue reading
READ: JOHN 21:21-22; PHILIPPIANS 2:1-11; HEBREWS 12:1-3 Picture this: you’re getting ready to run a race. You stand at the starting line, stretching and nervously shifting your weight from one foot to the other. You get into position, adrenaline coursing through your veins, and wait until you hear the BANG! of the starter pistol. You burst forward …
…
continue reading
1
Ep. 535: Create Your “Summer of __,” Some Reading Recommendations & Listeners’ Favorite Words
36:39
36:39
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
36:39
We discuss a fun summer challenge of focusing on a specific theme or goal. We also include a few helpful, fun hacks, and we share some of listeners’ favorite words—a delightful collection of language. Resources & links related to this episode: Order your copy of Secrets of Adulthood Read 25 in 25 Design Your Summer Reading List in the Happier app E…
…
continue reading
READ: ISAIAH 40:28-31; 1 CORINTHIANS 9:23-27; HEBREWS 12:1-3 What’s the number one thing you need to win a race? Speed, right? It seems obvious. So why isn’t that what Hebrews 12:1 says? In this passage, the author of Hebrews is encouraging the audience to run the race of faith, but the verse doesn’t say, “run with speed.” It says, “run with endura…
…
continue reading
