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Hosted by CNN's Jake Tapper and Dana Bash, State of the Union features interviews with top newsmakers on politics and policy—covering Washington, the country, and the world.
A weekly show to help you practice focus, mindfulness and explore your creative potential. Listen in as Juliette and Kellie explore the importance of regular creative practice and igniting a spark of joy and inspiration inside each of us. Kellie and Juliette are Certified Zentangle Teachers who love to share and encourage mindfulness and creativity.
So... what are you wearing? Nothing but headphones, you say? Well that's perfect attire for you to join us, Calina and Saylet, in our new podcast 'Shhh We're Reading Dirty Books'. We welcome adults to listen and join us in our discussions about hot and steamy paranormal romance novels, while also breaking down walls that keep women and our friends from speaking openly about our sexuality and ultimate fantasies. We invite you join us as we enter multiple supernatural worlds and to share your ...
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Interviews with: Gov. Chris Sununu, Sen. Mark Kelly, New York Times’ Maggie Haberman
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Former President Donald Trump wrote in a social media post that he expects to be arrested on charges of hush money payments involving adult film actress Stormy Daniels and called on his supporters to protest any such move. But how likely are charges? New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu tells Jake Tapper the investigation is building “sympathy” for …
We love to find the cadence and breath in our tangling sessions. Putting a little intentional focus to determine a rhythm with each tangle can enhance your practice, sense of calm and increase focus. MENTIONS: Baton: Open Seed Arts: Baton Steps Swarm: News from Zentangle (constantcontact.com)By Kellie and Juliette
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Interviews with: OMB Director Shalanda Young, Gary Cohn, Rep. Nancy Mace, Vivek Ramaswamy
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First, guest anchor Kaitlan Collins sits down with the White House Director of Office Management and Budget Shalanda Young to discuss what actions the Biden administration will take to stabilize the financial system after the stunning collapse of Silicon Valley Bank this week. Next, South Carolina Republican Rep. Nancy Mace joins to discuss the fut…
What we read can indirectly influence our creativity, and often little snippets of advise, wisdom or inspiration can come from unexpected sources. MENTIONS: Sorry I'm later I didn't want to come by Jessica Pan Local Color by Mimi Robinson LINKS: Find Kellie @ www.soundtangle.com Find Juliette @ www.artsamuse.com…
For this episode we are joined by Ariel Dawn to discuss one of her books in the shared world of Speed Dating with the Denizens of the Underworld. Come along as we explore the journey of Hades from heartbroken, down on love, underworld bureaucrat to totally smitten and willing to give up immortality for Darcy, a regular human being. We can’t get eno…
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Interviews with: House Minority Leader Hakeem Jefferies, NYC Mayor Eric Adams, Former Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson
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First, Dana Bash speaks exclusively with House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries about Democrats' strategy for navigating a divided Congress, as well as President Biden's surprise announcement that he won't block a GOP bill to override a controversial DC crime law. Next, many blame Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot's reelection loss this week on crime con…
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Creativity through the Seasons of the Year, and our lives
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As our creativity changes with the seasons, we have favorite creative pursuits that return and discuss how we combat the doldrums of winter as we wait for spring to come. Learn about the #misfittileproject and start digging through your unfinished tiles! MENTIONS: Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer: Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (TV Movie 1964) - IMDb …
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Interviews with: National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan and Republican National Committee Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel
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First, Bash goes one-on-one with National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan, pressing him on Biden giving fighter jets to Ukraine and whether the US would support Ukraine taking Crimea back militarily. Sullivan explains the specific support Ukraine needs at this stage of the war, responds to a new report on Covid's origin, and discusses the US warning…
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Interview with Rick and Maria, Founders of The Zentangle Method
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We are so excited to have Rick Roberts and Maria Thomas, founders of The Zentangle Method join us in our virtual studio today - to talk about creative inspiration and how Zentangle has impacted their lives. Hear inspirational stories of how students have reacted to learning the Zentangle Method, and some of the history behind this amazing, accessib…
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130 - Black Witch Magic by Mila Nicks
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This book is a fun and unusual romance novel. On the surface, this book reads more like a typical murder mystery as Selene and Aiden investigate the current unexplained attack in Brimrock and its potential connection to an unsolved murder from the past. But as they work together to finger out what is going on they also begin a budding romance. This…
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Interviews with: Rep. Michael McCaul, Rep. Mike Turner, Amb. Linda Thomas-Greenfield, Sen. Sherrod Brown
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First, with tensions running high between the U.S. and China, CNN’s Pamela Brown asks House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Rep. Michael McCaul and Intelligence Committee Chairman Rep. Mike Turner about the U.S. response and whether President Biden is right to try and lower the temperature with China. Plus, U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations …
Winter is a time of hibernation and slowing down. In this episode Juliette and Kellie take a look at their favorite winter tangles, what makes them feel like winter and what winter brings for creative practice. MENTIONS: How to draw RUMPUS « TanglePatterns.com How to draw ARUKAS « TanglePatterns.com How to draw DOODAH « TanglePatterns.com How to dr…
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Interviews with: Rep. Mike Turner, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, Sen. Mike Rounds
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First, the U.S. military has shot down a third flying object in just over a week. Chairman of the House Intelligence Committee Rep. Mike Turner joins to answer if these objects are a threat and what investments can be made to protect U.S. airspace. Next, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer sits down with Jake to answer if she’s worried that polls show D…
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Flow of the Seasons - Introduction to Season 6!
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Season 6 will explore how our creativity flows with the seasons of the year, and the seasons of our lives. We introduce some new segments of the podcast to help share news of whats going on the Zentangle community world wide. MENTIONS: Get Started – Zentangle - 8 Steps of the Zentangle Method contact@tanglepod.com - let us know about your upcoming …
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129 - Seduced by Moonlight by Kenya Wright
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This book is HOT. Aiden is the alpha of a wolfpack trying to find a safe place to settle down and move on from the supernatural wars that have left magical creature populations decimated. He and his pack mates have arrived in Crystal Lake where he runs into Imani. The attraction between the two of them is instantly palpable to everyone around and l…
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Interviews with: Transportation Sec. Pete Buttigieg, Sen. Marco Rubio, Rep. Josh Gottheimer, Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick
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First: Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg touts the takedown of the suspected Chinese spy balloon and previews President Biden's State of the Union address. Next: Intelligence Committee Vice Chairman Marco Rubio questions why the Biden administration didn't act sooner to shoot down the Chinese balloon. Then: In an exclusive joint interview, Re…
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Its a Wrap! Favorite recollections of eason 5.S
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Juliette and Kellie look back on the 5th season of TanglePod and some of the highlights they took away from the conversations, recommendations and exercises. MENTIONS: BLOG - Barbara Patterson RESOURCES: www.tanglepod.com - sign up for our newsletter www.artsamuse.com - Juliette's classes and news www.soundtangle.com - Kellie's musings and activiti…
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Interviews with: Tyre Nichols' family attorney Ben Crump, New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu, plus an exclusive joint interview with Rep. Adam Schiff, Rep. Ilhan Omar, and Rep. Eric Swalwell.
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First, Dana speaks with Tyre Nichols' family attorney Ben Crump, who says the horrific video of Nichols’ fatal beating by police is “a watershed moment for America”. Next, Dana discusses former President Trump’s return to the campaign trial with New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu. Sununu weighs in on if he thinks Trump can win his key primary stat…
Patterns, Patterns Everywhere! We see them and love to deconstruct them into easy step outs. Learn about this fun twist on your Zentangle practice. In four episodes we are exploring the theme of Inspiration, where we find it, how we organize it and ideas for igniting a spark on darker days. From books and resources, to exercises and reflections, we…
This is the first book in the Bound Beyond Blood series by AK Graves and a super fun introduction to this world and this author. We loved these giant cinnamon roll Dragon Shifters, especially Kai. After fleeing their homeland when attacked by a rival dragon clan and losing much of their family Kai and his 3 brothers expect to lay low in the sleep m…
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Interviews with: CNN’s Andrew McCabe, CNN’s Juliette Kayyem, Sen. Dick Durbin, Sen. Joe Manchin, Rep. Michael McCaul
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First, Dana begins after a press conference from Monterey Park, California brings more information from a mass shooting that killed least ten people inside a dance studio. Dana speaks with CNN Senior Law Enforcement Analyst Andrew McCabe and CNN National Security Analyst Juliette Kayyem about what we know so far. Then, Sen. Dick Durbin shares his c…
Some of our current favorite books and resources that are bringing us inspiration right now. In four episodes we are exploring the theme of Inspiration, where we find it, how we organize it and ideas for igniting a spark on darker days. From books and resources, to exercises and reflections, we will discuss how we can make small changes to our thou…
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Interviews with: Rep. James Comer, Rep. Jamie Raskin
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First, Jake presses Republican House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer about why he wants to investigate Biden’s potential mishandling of classified documents but says investigating Trump is “not a priority.” Also, with the U-S facing a risk of a default this summer, Jake asks what will be done in a GOP-led House to avoid an economic catastr…
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Inspiration: Exercise - Try a Tangling Walk!
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Take a Tangling Walk with us in this Inspration Exercise episode, with printems, static and pokeroot. In four episodes we are exploring the theme of Inspiration, where we find it, how we organize it and ideas for igniting a spark on darker days. From books and resources, to exercises and reflections, we will discuss how we can make small changes to…
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127- Shades of Wicked by Jeaniene Frost
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This is our favorite Jeaniene Frost book yet! We cannot get enough of Ian and Veritas. This couple is seriously too hot to handle. We love all the tropes in this book: fake relationship, lost memories, false public persona, past trauma, and secrets! It is so nice to have two equally strong bad ass paranormals as the main characters. Veritas doesn’t…
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Interviews with: Rep. Chip Roy, Rep. Dan Crenshaw, Rep. Katherine Clark
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First, after a bruising fight, Kevin McCarthy finally grabs the speakership. But can he govern? Republican Rep. Chip Roy, the man who negotiated a deal to deliver McCarthy key votes, joins Jake Tapper for his first post-vote interview. Next, Jake presses a lawmaker who's been critical of those who rebelled against McCarthy, Republican Dan Crenshaw,…
In four episodes we are exploring the theme of Inspiration, where we find it, how we organize it and ideas for igniting a spark on darker days. From books and resources, to exercises and reflections, we will discuss how we can make small changes to our thoughts to have a better understanding and positive impact on our creativity.…
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Interviews with: Maryland Governor-elect Wes Moore, Rep. Adam Kinzinger, Democratic Majority Leader Rep. Steny Hoyer
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First, Dana goes one-on-one with Maryland Governor-elect Wes Moore. They discuss why Moore thinks Democrats need to talk more about patriotism, his top priorities as he takes office, and Bash presses him on how he plans to pay to pay for his sweeping agenda. Next, Dana interviews outgoing GOP Congressman Adam Kinzinger about the case he helped make…
