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"Welcome to Recovery Talk — a place for honest conversation, spiritual growth, and the journey of healing through the God's Biblical Principles and Steps Here, we believe that recovery isn’t just about getting sober — it’s about finding freedom, one day at a time, by leaning on God and walking in His grace.Each episode, we’ll dive into the principles of the 12-Step path, share real-life stories of redemption, and offer encouragement for anyone seeking lasting change.Whether you're in recovery yourself, walking alongside someone who is, or just curious about how God meets us in our ...

Schoolboy Luke runs away to London, far from the abusive orphanage where he grew up. He’s desperate not to end up as a petty criminal and forced to beg for scraps on the street. Luke wanders the East End docks, struggling to find honest employment and morsels of food to fill his grumbling stomach. Longing to be a part of the close-knit community, Luke volunteers to work with the local doctor and his wife. Their kind words and welcoming home is everything he’s ever wished for. But not everyone wants the best for Luke and his new friends.

Danny gets a terrible start in life and runs away from his drunken father when he thrashes him to within an inch of his life. But life on the streets is no better, and he falls into the clutches of evil men, finding that being big and strong for his age is no protection from the people who want to do him harm. Help comes in the form of Constable Jones, who is determined to help out the children who need it, and new friends Ron and Cassie, who are also runaways. Can Danny’s dream of a loving home ever be a reality?

Alone and on the streets after their mother ends up in hospital, Charlie has promised his little sister, Maisie, he’ll never let her feel frightened again. That promise is hard to keep when Maisie falls ill. Hope comes in the shape of Susan and the other nurses at the local hospital. Times are tough, and lately they’ve seen even more children come through their doors who need kindness and a loving home. The only way to keep Charlie and Maisie out of the orphanage is to find them a good foster home, but there are far too many people who’d take them in for their own ruthless ends.

Ella has never known love. Left as a baby outside the workhouse, Ella has only ever been treated with unkindness; especially from the hateful guardians of the workhouse, who hold the fate of the inmates in their cruel hands. When she is sold as a scullery maid to a new home, Ella hopes for a better life. But her hopes are dashed as she struggles to do all the work heaped on her thin shoulders by her brutish master. Daring to escape her harsh treatment, it isn’t long before she is caught and once again finds herself at the mercy of an uncaring world.

For anyone who feels caught in the tension between the beauty of God's story and the ugliness of human hypocrisy, Why I Still Believe offers a stirring story of hope. Why would anyone be a Christian when there is so much hypocrisy in the church? Mary Jo Sharp shares her journey as a skeptical...

The heartbreaking and compelling new audiobook set in a Victorian workhouse from the author of The Orphans of Halfpenny Street. When Lucy and her brother, Joshua, are orphaned, it falls to Joshua to provide for them both, but he is barely into his teens and, in his naivety, falls prey to bad influences and drink. Lucy is desperate to avoid the workhouse, but when Joshua loses their meagre savings they are thrown out onto the street, and, in dire poverty, it isn’t long before Lucy finds herself at its gates - almost a fate worse than death.

Eliza was left as a small baby at the workhouse in Whitechapel, wrapped in her mother’s shawl, which is all she has of the mother she never knew. At 11 years old, she has survived sickness, near starvation and harsh beatings. Master Simpkins and his cruel daughter rule the workhouse with a rod of iron, but when Romany boy Joe arrives at the workhouse, his spirit and courage give Eliza hope. When she is sold into service, Eliza is relieved to be out of the workhouse and hopes her fortunes are changing for the better, but cruelty and unkindness are everywhere....

A gritty and compelling drama from the bestselling author of The Orphans of Halfpenny Street. Perfect for fans of Nadine Dorries and Sheila Jeffries. Little twin sisters, Sarah and Samantha are all alone in the world. When their mother died giving birth to Sarah, she was blamed for the death by...

St Saviours children’s home in London’s East End has provided a safe refuge for local children for decades, and Sister Beatrice and her team are as busy as ever. New staff member Jinny is glad to escape the lewd advances of her drunken and slovenly mother’s rotten boyfriends, but can she prove she isn’t a chip off the old block? As ever, the staff are tested when orphaned brother and sister Andy and Beth are brought to the home - they are clearly terrified of something, and Andy refuses to be sent home, but can Sister Beatrice get to the bottom of their story before they are returned to their stepfather?

Collins, the world's foremost language learning publisher, introduces a fun way for kids to learn Spanish. Our Spanish Club audio is packed with songs, rhymes, jokes and tongue twisters designed to be engaging, memorable and enjoyable. Children as young as 3 and as old as 12 will enjoy singing...

Heartache and hardship in London's East End, from the best-selling author of The Orphans of Halfpenny Street. It's the 1950s, and the orphans of Halfpenny Street have found a new home in the Essex countryside at Halfpenny House. Meanwhile, back among the slum clearances of Bethnal Green, St Saviour's has now been partially given over to a home for disturbed girls, though it still serves as a reception centre for local children who are in desperate need. Amongst these are Archie and his sister, June.

Jonny has had a bad start in life and has been taken in by a neighbour after the death of his mother. Small for his age, he is prey to a band of local thugs, so he joins the boxing club and learns to defend himself. When a violent altercation ends in tragedy, Jonny runs away and meets a homeless young girl called Cassie, who has been living in an abandoned house - touched by her predicament, Jonny vows to look after her, whatever that takes. Cassie desperately needs love and a safe place to call home, and there are kind hearts who want to help.

We are group of teenage guys who love talking about our faith in Jesus. We hope you can learn and grow in your faith as we do!

Three photographer friends talking about photography, mainly of the film sort, but digital does find it's way in there.

Multifamily Mixtape, hosted by Mark Sharp, is your essential guide to the rapidly evolving multifamily real estate sector. This podcast delivers practical maintenance tips, expert insights from industry leaders, and fresh ideas that transform properties into thriving communities. In a relaxed, campfire-style format, Sharp cuts through the noise, offering clear, actionable information that informs decisions, elevates properties, and maximizes returns. Tune in to stay ahead in today's competitive landscape, where knowledge translates directly into profit.

If you're a busy, overweight & overworked entrepreneur, professional, business owner or consultant, this podcast is for you. Each episode gives you practical, time-efficient strategies to improve your health, fitness & lifestyle—without sacrificing your success. If stress, long hours and a growing waistline are dragging you down, you'll learn how to take back control, boost your energy & build sustainable habits that fit your busy life. Stay tuned for bonus episodes with special guests sharing insights on how you can become happier, healthier & higher achieving. This podcast is built for you...

Hello there, and welcome to this podcast! This is a podcast where we talk about Orioles baseball and other related stuff. Please note, this will only include seasons 4 and newer. Watch seasons 1, 2 and 3 of the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLVtCcIZTPnPVYUeMqSRNqT1eIVshEPqZ

Fire It Up is the solution to relationships that are struggling, feeling stale, or just in need of a little extra care. Experienced couples therapist Carolyn Sharp outlines a clear four-step process to bring back the love, connection, and vitality to any marriage, with humor and authenticity.

Each week, journey through time with an amazing guest, uncovering their travel adventures - before and after becoming a parent. Join host Augusta Sharp and explore how travel evolves when kids join the adventure, from wild solo expeditions to globe-trotting with little ones in tow.We dive into the highlights, low points, and bucket list dreams that have shaped each guest’s life - unpacking the moments that sparked a love for adventure and the realities of exploring the world as a family. Get ready for inspiring stories, nostalgic memories, and plenty of travel inspiration.