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Golden Age FictionThe Western Star, by Agatha ChristieTwo priceless diamonds, stolen from their original owner, but destined to be returned. Threatening letters from a mysterious Chinaman. A noblewoman's affair with a famous American actor. Hercule Poirot's little grey cells are once again put to the test. Today's story is "The Western Star" by Agatha Christie. It appeared in the February 1924 issue of The Blue Book Magazine on pages 38 to 47. Please be aware that this story contains derogatory racial references which are not acceptable nowadays. Dame Agatha Mary Clarissa Christie, Lady Mallowan, DBE (née Miller; 15 September 1890 – 12 January 1976) was an English wri...2025-06-2353 min
In the Field Audio BibleRecognizing the Divine Voice: How God Communicates With His ChildrenPastor Jones Britus of Haiti asks the question: Have you ever wondered if God is speaking to you? The truth is, He's communicating constantly—we just need to learn how to recognize His voice.This enlightening exploration of divine communication reveals the many channels through which God speaks to His children. Starting with Scripture—the foundation and standard for all other forms of divine communication—we discover that God's Word remains His primary method of instruction. As Hebrews reminds us, God's Word is living and active, speaking afresh to each generation.Beyond the written Word, God sp...2025-05-2618 min
Rainy Day RecessStudent Stories: Quincy Jones Theatre DisrepairIn this student-reported episode, Garfield High School sophomore Rafael Brewer takes us inside the Quincy Jones Performing Arts Center, a space used for theater, music, assemblies, and community events. He shares the importance of the theater, how long-standing maintenance issues have impacted student learning, and the challenges of getting repairs addressed by Seattle Public Schools.You can get tickets now for Garfield’s 2025 spring musical Footloose. (Please buy tickets! It helps support the theatre and we have worked really hard on this production!)See our Show NotesSupport us on PatreonSupport th...2025-05-2018 min
6-minute Stories"Behind Lace Curtains" by Valerie J. Macon — Leaving the door ajar, she darted out in her slippers and bathrobe.Hugging the bag of Oreos, Christie grinned at her mother’s face in the window as she skipped past the door.Valerie J. Macon, a writer residing in Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina, finds poetry and prose woven into the fabric of everyday life. With six poetry collections to her name (Shelf Life, Sleeping Rough, A String of Black Pearls, The Shape of Today, Page Turner, and Chasing After the Wind), her work has found expression in a variety of forms from print to podcasts. Curre...2025-05-0707 min
Finding Favorites with Leah JonesLee Upton love bunniesAuthor Lee Upton joined Leah to talk about her newest book Wrongful, available for pre-order now for May 1 delivery, and about how she became a bunny person.
PSA: Bunnies are exotic pets and not responsible Easter presents. Stick to chocolate and toy bunnies today!
Where was the podcast? Leah had emergency gall bladder surgery which meant hitting eject from her life for about a month. So happy to be back on the mic and to welcome back engineer-extraordinaire Rob Abrazado.
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Wrongful is available for pre-order now a...2025-04-2052 min
In the Field Audio BibleAmbassadors of Christ: Breaking Free from Earthly LimitationsPastor Jones Britus is from Haiti, where English is his second language. He asks, "What makes the difference between a ministry that creates temporary change and a ministry that transforms lives forever?" The answer lies in where we operate. Drawing from John 6:63, we explore the revolutionary concept that "it is the Spirit who gives life; the flesh profits nothing." This isn't just a theological statement—it's a practical roadmap for effective ministry. Jesus didn't attempt to reach heaven from earth; instead, He brought heaven's presence to earth in everything He did.Many believers limit their imp...2025-04-1019 min