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Welcome to the podcast! Today, we're diving into the fascinating world of magic and mystical powers in African Traditional Religion, or ATR. It's a topic often misunderstood, so let's start with the basics.

Join Chris Miser and guests on the Northbound Podcast as we explore leadership, faith, and personal growth. Each episode dives into practical strategies for leading well at home, at work, and in life, while sharing inspiring stories from leaders across industries and walks of life. Whether you're seeking guidance, encouragement, or a fresh perspective, Northbound is your companion for navigating the journey of leadership with purpose, integrity, and impact. Follow us at www.Go-Northbound.com

Decoding the mysterious meaning of prominent Masonic symbols and signs is not only for registered members of lodges but the layman as well. Since these timely tested ancient wisdom and knowledge cut across all divisions in the society and provides a level ground for seekers of truth and light to navigate the complexity of their own soul and destiny in life.

In this joyous journey around the wild edges of Britain, Christopher Hart takes us through the life, ecology and history of the humble British hedge, showing us how this much-loved (but somewhat overlooked) feature is inextricably woven into our language, history and culture. Hedges – or hedgerows – have long been an integral part of the British landscape; a bastion of privacy for our gardens, a protective presence on winding country lanes and a vital hiding place for birds and beasts on farmland.

We all need healthy, secure relationships in order to thrive—but they can be hard to build and maintain. Where do you start? According to marriage and family therapist Michelle Becker, the answer is with yourself. By learning to practice self-compassion, you are better able to respond to your partner with love and acceptance—even when they inevitably cannot meet your every need. This caring and insightful guide shows you how to stop defaulting to feelings of annoyance, disappointment, or detachment.

Named a Best Book of the Year by NPR! “A gripping narrative, don't miss this historical fiction about the woman who kicked off the Harlem Renaissance.”—People Magazine “A page turner and history lesson at once, Harlem Rhapsody reminds us that our stories are our generational wealth...

Is faith just wishful thinking, or can belief in God stand up to reason? In Is Belief Believable?, Christopher Kaczor challenges the idea that faith and reason are incompatible. Drawing from philosophy, theology, and psychology, Kaczor offers clear and compelling arguments that address skepticism head-on. Whether you're wrestling with doubts, seeking answers to life's biggest questions, or looking to strengthen your understanding of faith, this book provides a thoughtful and accessible guide to the rational foundations of belief and the removal of obstacles to belief.

Planet Earth has been a familiar concept for a mere fraction of recorded history. Until about the mid-1600s, most humans thought of Earth as immobile, likely either dim or simply invisible from the Moon or anywhere else in the heavens, and not (like the planets) participating in what Galileo called "the dance of the stars." A Universe of Earths retraces the exhilarating story of how all that changed, and how we came to perceive the Earth as a "wandering star."

What does it mean to never forget? Especially if one of the most significant days of your life involved experiencing September 11, 2001, as an FDNY dispatcher and still a new-to-New York transplant from Ohio. In this engaging testimony to the miraculous moments that define our personal journeys, Christopher Blake Carver offers his remembrance. Sharing experiences from being adopted at birth, to being an out gay person in the fire service, and a member of the greatest group of fire dispatchers in the world.

This podcast is best aimed at relatively experienced, independent travellers who want practical, professional-level planning advice for multi-region trips, rather than pure inspiration or stories.Interests groups• Independent travellers or small-group travellers who plan their own itineraries and want expert tips on logistics, safety, seasons, and on-the-ground choices.• English-speaking listeners in major outbound markets (e.g., US, UK, EU, Australia) who are considering cross-continent or multi-stop itineraries and want guidance across destinations, not just in one country.

In a quest fueled by curiosity and competition, a group of eight Oxford undergraduates known as the Scorpions stumble upon a letter from Kathleen to Joe. As they piece together the lives of Kathleen and Joe from the words on the page, they embark on a hilarious journey to track down Kathleen herself. The rivalry among the Scorpions leads to a series of entertaining and funny escapades that keep listeners engaged and laughing. (Summary by Kirk Ziegler)

Dive into Mince Pie, a delightful collection of whimsical sketches, poetry, and essays penned by the witty Christopher Morley. In the preface, Morley humorously muses, If one asks what excuse there can be for prolonging the existence of these trifles, my answer is that there is no excuse. But a copy on the bedside shelf may possibly pave the way to easy slumber. This charming compilation is perfect for those who appreciate lighthearted literature that invites a smile without the need for critical scrutiny.

Written on the eve of Prohibition, this captivating narrative explores the potential chaos that could unfold during this tumultuous time. The story presents a dramatic clash of opinions, showcasing outlandish tactics from both sides of the debate—whether its declaring an array of fruits and vegetables as hazardous or concocting ways to intoxicate the masses with breathable alcohol. (Summary by Daryl Wor)

St Christopher's is a compassionate community that follows Jesus Christ by welcoming all in worship, fellowship and service to God.

Hear in-depth discussions of recent Irish books that are worth reading, across a range of genres. Expert guests get to the heart of books you know and give you ideas of what contemporary Irish literature to read next. In Irish Books, author and critic Chris Murray discusses recent Irish books with expert guests. Hear their in-depth conversations to learn about contemporary Irish books that are worth reading. For lovers of Irish fiction, The Irish Books Podcast gets to the heart of books you know and gives you ideas of what to read next. Host @drchrismurray.bsky.social (Bluesky)

Thirty years ago, the world ended. Giant electrovoric ants and pterodons came through a rift in space-time, millions of humans died, and that was that. Thirty years later, humanity has rebuilt … to an extent. Human ingenuity has provided some creative solutions to life without electricity, but most folks survive at the subsistence level, farming to keep themselves and their families fed.

In twelve months between 2007 and 2008, Christopher Buckley coped with the passing of his father, William F. Buckley, the father of the modern conservative movement, and his mother, Patricia Taylor Buckley, one of New York's most glamorous and colorful socialites. He was their only child and...

The Worldwalkers of legend are beings touched by Fate and transported from another realm, tasked with a grand destiny. Traditionally, they prevent great cataclysms or the fall of empires. Whatever their undertaking, their appearance brings about momentous change. It’s been some two hundred years since the last Great Game, but the time has come again. Seven are chosen, and the game begins once more . . .

This collection of unabridged, spectacular steampunk speculations includes several classics of the genre. These tales will sweep you away with their amazing automata, daring dirigibles, grinding gears, and scintillating steam as days gone by are infused with tech. In "Smoke City," by Christopher Barzak, a woman comes to terms with the loss of her family to the child labor mills of the city. A doctor tries to cope with a strange plague terrorizing the citizens of London in Jeffrey Ford's "Dr. Lash Remembers."

In 1878, two young stage magicians clash in the dark during the course of a fraudulent séance. From this moment on, their lives become webs of deceit and revelation as they vie to outwit and expose each other. In the course of pursuing each other's ruin, they will deploy all the deception their magician's craft can command. Their rivalry will take them to the peaks of their careers, but with terrible consequences.