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In 1978, when Jamiyla was two years old, her mother, Ummi, quit her job, converted to Islam with her husband, and moved into an exclusive Muslim society in Brooklyn. Once inside the Community, the family was separated by its powerful and charismatic leader, Dwight York, who was hiding behind the name Imam Isa. Instead of the devotional refuge they’d imagined, the Community was a nightmare of controlled abuse and unspeakable secrets. Forty years later, Jamiyla was ready to excavate and understand a past buried in bad dreams, disturbing memories, and inexplicable rage.

Brought to you by Penguin. Our laws and justice system are vast and ancient: they might touch our lives when we have an accident, a wrong is done to us, or we have a family difficulty. And they cover everything from the personal to the regulation of our government. But to most of us they are a...

"Powerfully insightful reading." —Kirkus Reviews How would you like to be judged for the rest of your life by the worst thing you’ve ever done? We all think we are compassionate just like we all think we are honest. But true compassion is not innate. Compassion for others, especially those...

This book is an attempt to preserve in perpetuity the life of one of India’ s greatest constitutional lawyers, M.K. Nambiar. Written by his son and a legal luminary himself, K.K. Venugopal, this biography provides a fascinating account of Mr Nambiar’ s life. It not only describes the man but...

The story of The Hundreds and the precepts that made it an iconic streetwear brand. The creative force behind the brand, Bobby Kim, a.k.a. Bobby Hundreds, has emerged as a prominent face and voice in streetwear. In telling the story of his formative years, he reminds us that The Hundreds was started by outsiders; and this is truly the story of streetwear culture.

NATIONAL BESTSELLER The acclaimed author of Bird by Bird brings her brilliant combination of humor and warmth to a "smart, funny, and comforting" chronicle of single motherhood (Los Angeles Times Book Review). It’s not like she’s the only woman to ever have a baby. At thirty-five. On her...

THE INSTANT #1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER From award-winning writer Nigel Slater, comes a new and exquisitely written collection of notes, memoir, stories and small moments of joy. 'Nigel Slater’s prose is the rarest delicacy of all: exquisite yet effortless, filled with heart, tenderness...

Embodied Movement as The Medicine is a storytelling podcast exploring the personal healing journeys of many individuals for whom conscious movement and dance became a vital practice profoundly impacting their lives in beneficial ways. ​Through intimate, grounded, human conversations, dancers and facilitators from Toronto, Ontario, and Montreal share how free-form, somatic movement became a turning point — not only a source for healing, awakening, and rediscovering personal truth, but also a space for co-creating community while expressing and reclaiming our vitality together through ...

The never-before-told story of the friendship between Martin Luther King Jr. and Thich Nhat Hanh—icons who changed each other and the world.

A candid, soulful conversation between Karen Mehiel and Olga Karloutsos about staying steady in an unsteady world, from social media overload to stress, purpose, breathwork, and the messy humanity in between. Grounded in their life in New York City and their work at FLOK NYC: Five Pillars, each episode offers honest reflection, practical tools, and a little humor as we all figure out what wellness really means today.

Welcome to Volume 9 of Seniors' Stories displaying the thoughts, emotions, lifestyles, pleasures, disappointments, elation, sadness, and every emotion we have been willing to share of the exciting age group known in Australia as our Seniors.

Are you someone with an insatiable yearning to step into the unknown, face challenges head-on, and make your mark on the world? Corey The Genius is here to guide you through the process, sharing his personal stories, insights, and research information to inspire and empower you. Join us at the COMMUNITY'S COLLEGE of self-discovery, growth, and transformation. Tune in wherever you get your podcasts, and let Corey The Genius ride along shotgun on your path to greatness. Don't miss out on this opportunity to unlock your full potential and make your dreams a reality!

Unique tales of interesting members of our community.

Community Conversations is a Crimestoppers podcast where you will learn more about the impact crime has on local communities, what people are doing to stop it and how you can help. ​Series one discusses the impact of knife crime on local communities with each episode focusing on a specific issue, from first responders to youth culture.All podcasts will be available on crimestoppers-uk.org/podcast this November.Join the conversation to promote empathy, action and help bring people to justice. #SpeakUpStopKnifeCrimeBy sharing our podcast you can help stop crime. All our podcasts will promote ...

Community Hall is our weekly interactive live show that is multi-streamed to Facebook, YouTube, and Periscope. The show is a mixture of our regular co-hosts, featured guests, and members of the My DVC Points Community. If you cannot join the live show, we hope that you enjoy the podcast syndication.

A journey with Robert Chapman talking to the many people who make up various communities throughout Mississippi and beyond!

On the Community Heroes, your host Matt Budkaz listens to special individuals as they tell their personal life stories and how they are ready to give others a helping hand up to those in need. Matts believe that "You can't wait until life is not hard anymore before you decide to be happy" Night Birde

{The quirky thoughts of an introvert} Entrepreneur | Designer | Content Creator | Writer | Wife | Mom Serial over thinker, slightly OCD, worrier by nature, part time insomniac & an outgoing introvert...basically im F*UCKED up and FABULOUS...

InspiHer is an online community of women who support each other through encouragement and engagement. We speak with women in all different stages of life to connect and learn from one another.

Community Builders, is a podcast dedicated to celebrating and spotlighting the individuals who make a positive impact in Chico, California and the surrounding North State region. Each episode dives deep into the journeys, insights, and efforts of local leaders, activists, and changemakers who are shaping this community through dedication and innovation. With thoughtful conversations and inspiring stories, Community Builders offers listeners a closer look at the people behind impactful projects.