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Ancient, time-tested wisdom: Okinawa, Japan, is a tiny, tiny island south of the Japanese mainland where people live their life's purpose every day. How is it possible for so many to live each day in such meaningful ways? The Okinawan concept of Ikigai. Magical reality come to life: David Michiels stuttered severely well into his adulthood. In clinical terms, his stutter was difficult to treat. But David started to work in a liquor store. Before long, his focus turned to one specific section of the sales floor: the scotch section.

The West feels lost. Brexit, Trump, the coronavirus: we hurtle from one crisis to another, lacking definition, terrified that our best days are behind us. The central argument of this book is that we can only face the future with hope if we have a proper sense of tradition - political, social and religious. We ignore our past at our peril. The problem, argues Tim Stanley, is that the Western tradition is anti-tradition, that we have a habit of discarding old ways and old knowledge, leaving us uncertain how to act or, even, of who we really are.

How do we make sense of our lives when our world seems to be falling apart?In this beautifully written guide, scholar and teacher Stephen Cope shows that crises don't have to derail us from our purpose-they can actually help us to find our purpose and step forward as our best selves.The Dharma...

"Real-Time Election Day Projections May Upend News Tradition" is from the September 11, 2016 US section of The New York Times. It was written by Nick Corasaniti and narrated by Kristi Burns.

"Rise of Saudi Prince Shatters Decades of Royal Tradition" is from the October 15, 2016 World section of The New York Times. It was written by Mark Mazzetti and Ben Hubbard and narrated by Paul Ryden.

The Saturday Review of Literature proclaims The Edge of Time is "a fundamentally honest and literate telling of one of the lesser-known chapters in the American saga." Revered by readers for over 50 years, Loula Grace Erdman tells the story of a young couple settling in the Texas Panhandle in the 1800s.

Why have societies all across the world feared witchcraft? This book delves deeply into its context, beliefs, and origins in Europe's history. The witch came to prominence - and often a painful death - in early modern Europe, yet her origins are much more geographically diverse and historically deep. In this landmark book, Ronald Hutton traces witchcraft from the ancient world to the early modern state.

Discover the complex mythology of the legendary Nordic people who inspired Hollywood films, epic novels, and more. Beautiful goddesses, fierce warriors, formidable beasts, and Ragnarök itself--these magical tales have enthralled audiences for centuries. This classic collection of tales offers...

"Savoring the Foods and Family Traditions of Summers Past" is from the August 30, 2016 Food section of The New York Times. It was written by Tejal Rao and narrated by Fleet Cooper.

"A New York Holiday Tradition to Count On? Big Crowds" is from the December 22, 2016 US section of The New York Times. It was written by Winnie Hu and narrated by Kristi Burns.

"A Kentucky Ham Tradition Endures, From the Back of a Truck" is from the December 20, 2016 Lifestyle section of The New York Times. It was written by Michael Y. Park and narrated by Caroline Miller.

"World's Largest Uncut Diamond Heads to Auction, a Break with Tradition" is from the June 27, 2016, Business section of The New York Times. It was written by Geraldine Fabrikant and narrated by Keith Sellon-Wright.

A poignant exploration of what it means to be Jewish today, from a leading voice in modern Judaism, Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove of Park Avenue Synagogue For Jews today, the attack on Israel on October 7th has drawn a clear and irreversible demarcation in time. On that day, the Jewish community woke up...

Delve into this series of stories that pit Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's immortal creations Sherlock Holmes and Doctor Watson against all manner of villainy! These adventures, in the classic style of the original Holmes mysteries, have been produced by Jim French. The clients who appear at 221b Baker Street may be desperate or dangerous, illustrious or irregular, but they all require the services of the world's only consulting detective. John Patrick Lowrie stars as the legendary investigator, with Larry Albert as his loyal associate in 16 stimulating radio mysteries!

All around us are plants and herbs that can be used to improve our wellbeing and encourage a more nature-focused approach to health. Steeped in history, the herbalist's art paved the way for modern science - but didn't necessarily need to have been replaced by it. In The Time Traveller's Herbal, the traditional remedies and recipes that were passed down through the ages are offered to the modern listener as a means to reconnect with the natural world, while reaping the benefits.

"How Many Mayors Can Puerto Rico Afford? Tradition and Budgets Collide" is from the July 26, 2016, World section of The New York Times. It was written by Lizette Alvarez and narrated by Keith Sellon-Wright.

Wärst du bereit, deine Ideale zu verraten, um das Richtige zu tun? Nandovain, Sohn des verstorbenen Herrschers, steht vor der größten Herausforderung seines Lebens: Um den Thron der Kriegernation Jorna zu beanspruchen, muss er nicht nur seine Heimat verlassen und ins Exil fliehen, sondern auch alte Bündnisse wiederaufleben lassen und sich mit verbotenen magischen Kräften verbünden. Doch die Herrschaft über Jorna ist nicht nur ein Kampf gegen äußere Feinde. Während sich die Dunkelheit über dem Land ausbreitet, sieht sich Nandovain gezwungen, Entscheidungen zu treffen, die seine Seele belasten.

Normalerweise ist das Café Marble montags geschlossen. An jedem ersten Montag im Monat findet hier jedoch eine Teeverkostung der besonderen Art statt. Alle Gäste des Cafés sind an einem Punkt in ihrem Leben, an dem sie Halt und Trost brauchen. Und so wird das Café zu einem Ort unerwarteter Begegnungen – und zu einem Ausgangspunkt für Neubeginn und zweite Chancen.

Rabbi Elyahu Silberberg serves as Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshivas Ohr Eliyahu, Lubavitch Mesivta of Chicago, and during the summer months, as Scholar in residence at Machon Alte women's seminary in Tsfat, Israel. He is a beloved Rabbi, teacher and father, and lives in Lincolnwood, Illinois, with his wife and children, where he dedicates his life to mentoring, teaching, and inspiring others This podcast is powered for free by Torahcasts. Start your own forever free Torah podcast today at https://torahcasts.com/sign-up/ and share your Torah with the world.

Bobby Norfolk plays a prominent role in African-American storytelling. But when he recently visited Africa, he went as a humble student, hoping to glean new insights, to immerse himself in a living oral tradition. He went as a pilgrim to the cities, villages, and jungles of Africa. Yet he was caught completely by surprise when, during a visit to an obscure African village, he was invited to a community-wide afternoon break at which elders told traditional Anansi stories and everyone else listened intently.