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Whoever said history was boring clearly never heard these stories…Welcome to Jewish History Nerds! Join hosts Yael and Schwab each week as they take a dive into some deep cuts of Jewish history. From the Jewish Da Vinci Code to mass suicide pacts, explore true stories that feel larger than life. Be in touch: nerds@jewishunpacked.com
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Roger Bolton, formerly presenter of BBC Radio 4's 'Feedback' launches his very first podcast. Free from the constraints of broadcasting on the BBC, with a few more opinions and casting his net a little bit wider to encompass the whole of the BBC, Roger examines the issues that are facing the corporation and public service broadcasting. Find all our podcasts here And please support this podcast by subscribing here We also support VLV (Voice of the Listener and Viewer) which represents the int ...
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Welcome to Immerse: Prophets! An Immerse Bible Reading (and listening!) Experience Chronicles–Ezra–Nehemiah, Esther, Daniel Immerse: Chronicles is the sixth and final installment in Immerse: The Bible Reading Experience featuring the New Living Translation (NLT) Bible text. Chronicles contains the remaining First Testament Books: Chronicles–Ezra–Nehemiah, Esther, and Daniel. These works were all written after the Jewish people fell under the control of foreign empires and were scattered amon ...
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Writer's Block? Rejection? Impostor Syndrome? Writing is full of ups and downs, but we can still find plenty of joy on this creative journey! Bestselling author Marissa Meyer interviews writers and industry professionals about books, craft, and publishing, to find out how we can all bring more joy to our writing process and career.
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Welcome to Immerse: Prophets! An Immerse Bible Reading (and listening!) Experience Featuring the full New Living Translation (NLT) Bible, Immerse: Beginnings will take you along on a 16 week journey through Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, and The Minor Prophets. Immerse: Prophets is the fourth of six volumes in Immerse: The Bible Reading Experience. Prophets presents the First Testament prophets in groupings that generally represent four historical periods: the prophets who spoke before the fall ...
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Welcome to Immerse: Poets! An Immerse Bible Reading (and listening!) Experience Featuring the full New Living Translation (NLT) Bible version of Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Song of Songs, Lamentations Immerse: Poets is the fifth of six volumes in Immerse: The Bible Reading Experience. Poets presents the poetical books of the First Testament in two groupings, dividing the books between songbooks (Psalms, Lamentations, Song of Songs) and wisdom writings (Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Job). ...
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Occasionally, I hear people say, are we really in the last days? How do we know? Does it really matter one way or another? We will try to answer these questions and many others in this study. But the most important question may be, how can we reach others with the message of hope in these changing times? One part of prophecy is often emphasized over another, causing us to lose perspective and miss the blessing and beauty of prophecy in scripture. I have taken the information in this study fr ...
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Send us a text Unlock the profound spiritual insights hidden within the Jewish Days of Awe and discover how ancient traditions resonate with enduring faith today. Ever wondered how the seven feasts of Israel find their fulfillment in the life of Jesus Christ? Journey with us as we unravel the deep connections, from the liberating message of Passove…
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Journalist and broadcaster David Aaronovitch worked for the BBC in a senior capacity before becoming a columnist for The Times and the presenter of numerous radio programs, including Radio 4’s The Briefing Room. He now publishes longer articles on Substack under Notes from the Underground and contributes to Tortoise Media. In this episode, we discu…
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Send us a text What if the key to unlocking unparalleled spiritual power lies in our obedience to God? Join me, Russ Scalzo, on Chronicles of the End Times as we unravel this profound connection through the timeless lessons from the Book of Judges. Explore how Israel's historical context and current geopolitical challenges serve as a backdrop to un…
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Mark Urban spent many years as the diplomatic and defence editor at BBC Newsnight before leaving in May, after 34 years at the corporation. Prior to joining the BBC, Mark was the defence correspondent for The Independent newspaper for four years. He is the author of several military books and served briefly in the British Army. He is now a writer f…
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The controversial Asserson Report sparked headlines in The Daily Telegraph and The Daily Mail for its critique of the BBC's Middle East coverage at the height of the Israel-Hamas war. The report has drawn both praise and sharp criticism. We’re joined by the report's author, British-Israeli lawyer Trevor Asserson, to discuss its origins, funding, me…
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Send us a text Can the suppression of free speech escalate global conflicts? Join me, Russ Scalzo, on this episode of Chronicles of the End Times as we unravel the intricate dynamics of worldwide events and their far-reaching impact on our freedom to speak out. With a biblical perspective guiding us, we'll explore prophecies from Isaiah and Amos to…
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Marissa chats with Sabaa Tahir about the first book in her new YA fantasy duology, HEIR. Also discussed in this episode: Yosemite National Park, using the GMC (Goal, Motivation, Conflict) technique, how the final, typeset draft can be a place where momentum requires deeper revisions (much to publishers’ chagrin), adding unexpected twists midway thr…
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Send us a text Join us on Russ Scalzo Chronicles of the End Times as we dissect the prophetic vision of the two witnesses from Revelation, chapter 11, and explore its crucial relevance to a world entrenched in spiritual darkness and deception. We tackle the pervasive influence of social media on our intellect and press the urgent necessity of seeki…
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Send us a text Can Christians afford to stay quiet amidst growing political turmoil? With the recent attempt on former President Trump's life underscoring the surge in violence and hate, and how this affects our freedom of speech. We explore the balance of being firm in our beliefs while maintaining a respectful, Christ-like demeanor, even when fac…
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Marissa chats with A. R. Vishny about her debut paranormal YA romance, NIGHT OWLS. Also discussed in this episode: the popularity of getting started with fanfiction, how much timing can matter in the submission process, the recent trend (again!) of vampires, the inherent challenges of writing vampire romance, the importance of knowing a character’s…
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Send us a text Is America on the verge of a total societal transformation? Join us as we explore the potential for a one world system, the rise of digital currency, and the loss of free speech. We scrutinize parallels with nations like England, Brazil, China, and Russia, and underscore the critical importance of the U.S. Constitution. We also discu…
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Send us a text Are we witnessing the collapse of the traditional family? Join us as we take an eye-opening journey through the startling statistics of family breakdown over the past 70 years, revealing a dramatic rise in children born to unmarried mothers, surging from 5% in the 1950s to a staggering 41% in 2020. Listen to Marlon Wayans as he passi…
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Richard Ayre spent thirty-five years at the BBC, serving as the former controller of editorial policy, deputy chief executive of BBC News, and a BBC Trustee. Richard is also a former member of the OFCOM Content Board and is currently the chair of the UK's independent press regulator, Impress. We discuss BBC Director-General Tim Davie and BBC Chair …
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In this bonus craft episode, Marissa shares her steps and processes for revisions. Hint: they begin in the drafting process! Also discussed: celebrating milestones and accomplishments, the importance of letting a project simmer, how to know when to jump back in, making a plan to tackle revisions and the different methods, how many rounds of revisio…
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Sir Trevor Phillips presents Sky TV’s Sunday Morning programme and is a columnist for The Times newspaper. He was previously a reporter on the Thames TV This Week, head of current affairs for London Weekend Television, Chair of the London Assembly, Chair of the Commission for Racial Equality, and Chair of the Equality and Human Rights Commission, a…
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Send us a text What if you're more than just a reflection of divine creativity? What if you could truly transform into a child of God? Join Russ Scalzo on this enlightening episode of Chronicles of the End Times, where we unravel what it means to be made in the image of God, touching on attributes like creativity, decision-making, and possessing an…
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Marissa chats with Tigest Girma about her debut, a YA romantic vampire novel, IMMORTAL DARK. Also discussed in this episode: struggling with the young adult/new adult/adult labels, making the change to age down a book and characters and what that entails, writing morally gray characters, crafting an extreme enemies to lovers romantic storyline, cre…
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Send us a text Can a tiny spark of faith truly move mountains in today's complex world? In this episode, we promise to uncover the transformative power of faith amidst our modern political and societal upheavals. Drawing upon the timeless wisdom found in the parables of Jesus and the poignant passages of Isaiah, we explore how even the smallest bit…
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Marissa chats with Adalyn Grace about WISTERIA, the conclusion to her Belladonna trilogy. Also discussed in this episode: the love of and uses for Pinterest, the phenomenon of finishing a book and forgetting having written it, writing a series with differing POVs, the rare book that’s “easy” to write, turning concepts into characters, favorite trop…
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Send us a text What happens when you choose to speak out, and what are the consequences of staying silent? Join us as we listen to a clip of psychologist and author Jacob Peterson's take on speaking out. Russ talks about Jonah’s reluctance to follow God's command and how its repercussions offer us a powerful narrative on the courage it takes to sta…
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This week, Jake talks to Ahmed Fouad Alkhatib, a Palestinian-American writer and peace activist. In 2001, Ahmed was caught up in an Israeli airstrike as a child in 2001, where he lost three of his friends. In the current war in Gaza, he has also tragically lost family and friends. During this conversation, the pair discuss possibilities for peace i…
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Send us a text Is your freedom of speech under threat? Discover how the UK's Online Security Act might impact your rights and amplify societal tensions in this thought-provoking episode of "Russ Scalzo Chronicles of the End Times." We delve into the media's role in stirring emotional responses and the critical function of the church and individual …
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Send us a text How to battle the strong delusion of the enemy. America and Europe drowning in a sea of grave decisions. Imagine finding peace and purpose by surrendering your life to Jesus. Join me, Russ Scalzo, on this episode of Chronicles of the End Times as we embark on an exhilarating journey. We'll discuss how making Jesus our Lord transforms…
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Marissa chats with Julian Winters about his latest YA romance, PRINCE OF THE PALISADES. Also discussed in this episode: how fanfiction is a great way to get started in writing, the sometimes difficult elements of crafting a contemporary royal story, writing romance and the importance of creating moments when characters are vulnerable, how challengi…
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This episode of Let's Talk America explores the race for the White House through a Jewish lens. The conversation looks at possible reasons why Jewish Governor Josh Shapiro was not Kamala Harris's pick for running mate. The discussion also delves into Tim Walz, Harris's Vice Presidential choice, and his views on Israel. Ultimately we are asking the …
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Send us a text This episode of Chronicles of the End Times features a clip from Dr. Jordan Peterson's interview with Elon Musk. They argue that the medical and psychological support for young people undergoing gender transitions is not just misguided but dangerously akin to historical acts of horror. We investigate the ethical dilemmas faced by cli…
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Marissa chats with Remy Lai about her new illustrated sketch diary, READ AT YOUR OWN RISK. Also discussed in this episode: why kids relate to horror, the importance of capturing the tone of the book on the cover and determining appropriate content for a young audience, making important design choices like font and color, deciding on a story’s forma…
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In this special episode in collaboration with Eylon Levy's State of a Nation podcast, Jake joins Eylon to discuss whether Israelophobia is the new antisemitism. State of a Nation takes you into the spokesperson’s briefing notes, delving into the real stories and their surprising details. The series invites listeners into insider conversations with …
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Send us a text Is this upcoming presidential election a spiritual test for our nation? Join me on this compelling episode of "Chronicles of the End Times" as we unravel the profound impact of election 24'. We'll delve into the escalating conflict in Israel and its global ripples, paralleled by the divisions within America. This is a call for the ch…
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Send us a text What if the imminent threat of World War III isn't just a sequence of atomic explosions but a complex, multi-faceted conflict already brewing in the Middle East? Join me, Russ Scalzo, on Chronicles of the End Times as we dissect the alarming events unfolding in Israel, Iran, Lebanon, the Gaza Strip, and Turkey. We explore the siniste…
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Marissa chats with author and life coach Lydia Michaels about her craft book, Write 10K in a Day. Discussed in this practical episode: the challenges of being an indie author/entrepreneur, writer burnout, time poverty – particularly for women, why setting boundaries on word counts is a good idea, signs of burnout, paying attention to ROJ (Return on…
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Send us a text Can a depiction of the Last Supper that includes LGBTQ+ elements be seen as an act of mutual respect and tolerance, or does it cross the line into disrespect? This episode of Chronicles of the End Times dives deep into the Olympic Committee's polarizing decision and the ripple effects it has on the Christian community. We feature a p…
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This episode of Let's Talk America explores the race for the White House through a Jewish lens. The conversation covers Joe Biden's decision to step down and endorse Kamala Harris, as well as the implications for the Democratic Party. The discussion also delves into Kamala Harris's stance on Israel and the potential impact of her presidency on US-I…
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Send us a text We explore the millennial reign of Christ from Jerusalem, the transformation of the earth, and the healing of creation described in Romans and Ezekiel. Imagine a world restored, filled with peace, freedom, and joyous worship, as we paint a vivid picture of the life-giving river and the Feast of Tabernacles. Stay true to His Word, kee…
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Marissa chats with Anna Sortino about her latest YA romance, ON THE BRIGHT SIDE. Also discussed in this episode: who is the ‘real’ audience we write for, deciding on a single vs dual POV and where the points of view intersect, leaving space in outlines for exploration, layering in character traits and details during revision, writing family dynamic…
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