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Join us for thought-provoking conversations that dive deep into the challenges faced by charity and nonprofit leaders. Hosted by Dhivya O’Connor, a charity CEO herself, each episode brings inspiring CEOs and social sector trailblazers, who share their powerful stories, practical insights, and valuable expertise. Whether you're leading a nonprofit or passionate about making a difference, you'll find fresh perspectives and actionable takeaways to help you navigate the journey and amplify your impact. Tune in for a dose of inspiration, knowledge, and community—all aimed at making the world a...

Nancy will have to do some fancy footwork to resolve her predicament in this latest Fancy Nancy story for beginning readers. Much to her dismay, Nancy has been chosen for the relay team in this year's Field Day at school. Despite her many natural talents, Nancy isn't much of a runner. She's afraid of letting her team down - especially after finding out that an unkind (that's another word for mean) girl in her class is on the team too. With a little help from her dad, Nancy tries her best, stands up for herself, and makes a new friend.

Straya lies in ruins. A once-proud nation, former Australia has regressed into a patchwork civilization cowering under the deadly heat of a merciless sun. Savage violence lurks around every corner. Affable young mutant, Franga, risks life and double-jointed limb to help provide for his makeshift family of mutie kids and increasingly senile friend and mentor, Ken Ages. After finding a strange artifact in the deadly Downlow district, Franga inadvertently starts a horrifying chain reaction.

Taking Care of You is a comprehensive “what-you-need-to-know” resource guide for women of all ages and in all stages of life who want to understand and take charge of their own health. Orthopedic surgeon Mary I. O’Connor and medical anthropologist Kanwal L. Haq have engaged leading female physicians and health experts from across the country on a range of topics that matter to women and those who love them.

How do I predict my marathon time? How long will my ultramarathon take? What are my heart rate training zones? How do I get started with running power? What workouts should I do to run a faster 5km? Should I run with heart rate or pace? Garmin, Coros, Polar, Sunnto, Wahoo, what's the best running watch?Welcome to Running with Dr Will. A show for runners who want to get faster using the latest in running science and technology. I break down the science and tech so you can run faster for less effort.In each episode, you’ll get actionable, scientifically-backed tactics and strategies to teach ...

How is that that some people seem to know just what to say all the time? Would you like to find out? Or are you surrounded by narcissists, psychopaths, and total d-bags at work and you’re sick of feeling like they ”got you?” Whether you’re just beginning to improve your communication skills, or you’re looking for advanced communication skills training, you’ll learn something new and useful in every episode that will help you find your voice, speak up, stand your ground, and hold your own even when up against the most skilled and powerful communicators. In this podcast, you’ll ...

Watergate was a serious American political scandal resulting in the only forcible removal of a U.S. President, Richard Nixon. After seemingly exhaustive investigative reporting by the Washington Post and dozens of books and movies on the scandal since, there are many questions left unanswered. Through this podcast series, The Mysteries of Watergate, lawyer, author and historian John O’Connor methodically presents the lingering questions, central truths and inconvenient facts of the scandal so we can finally solve the mysteries of Watergate. Get the new "The Mysteries of Watergate: What ...

In The Longing, Joey O'Connor offers an uplifting, fresh view of God's relentless love, giving you a whole new vision of how you see yourself and others. Your love and commitment to Christ will grow as a result. Discover the deepest truth of who you are through these poignant chapters filled with scripture and stories.

It's spring vacation, and Nancy is feeling glum because her best friend, Bree, is out of town. Luckily, it's Nancy's mom to the rescue! When she brings home a brand-new set of glitter markers, Nancy puts her trademark flair to trÈs creative use and devotes herself to becoming a serious artist (or artiste, as the French say). After all, everything about being an artist is fancy, fancy, fancy - especially when inspiration strikes!

Jim Tanzer expects to serve his country by fighting, not singing and dancing. But he is assigned Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) 442—Entertainment Specialist—and detailed to Special Services, the Army’s morale unit. His marriage, meanwhile, may become a casualty of war. A hidden WWII story—where courage was tested not just in battle, but on makeshift stages at the front and on the home front.

This collection includes Irish Soda Bread Murder by Carlene O'Connor, An Irish Recipe for Murder by Peggy Ehrhart, and Mrs. Claus and the Sinister Soda Bread Man by Liz Ireland.

Barbara Ann (Barbie) as her friends know her, is the CEO of her parents toy company Up, Up, Away toys. All Barbie wants to do is pop a bottle of champagne, create and sell the best toys in the world and maybe forget about the girl who broke her heart. Kenzie might be one of the world’s top models right now but under the lipstick and dresses, all she can think about is her first love. She left Barbie years ago to pursue her career in modeling and has been lonely ever since.

A miracle comes with a terrifying price when a young blind woman confronts the horrors lurking in her basement. A trio of campers is forced to fight for their lives when their weekend getaway opens a portal to terrifying new dimension. And a Ouija board summons a malevolent force when two sisters try to contact a lost loved one. Scare Street is proud to present a spine-tingling new collection of 14 terrifying tales. And with each macabre nightmare more horrifying than the last, it’s only a matter of time before you unleash a blood-curdling shriek of your own….

So many of us go through life following scripts we didn’t write for ourselves - scripts designed by our family, shaped by our friends, and influenced by the expectations of the people we meet. Using practical self-help skills rooted in improv principles and depth psychology, we can live more authentic, fulfilled, and empowered lives.

As the workforce ages and younger trainers and managers emerge, facilitation skills take on a new importance and, with the increased use of social networks, new facilitation skills are needed. Written by two facilitation gurus, this audiobook shows how to make any learning environment come alive. It outlines proven guidelines any trainer can use to unify groups, inspire creativity, and get audiences, teams, and colleagues to speak up, talk back, participate, and engage in meetings.

Leonie’s personal dating algorithm: 1. Over 6 ft Tall, 2. Funny and carefree, 3. Well-travelled. But when a dating app leads Leonie to one night in Paris with brooding stranger Jack – the total opposite of what she’s looking for – she realises her list is missing out the most important thing: chemistry. And the chemistry between Leonie and Jack is off the charts! Could the algorithm be on to something? When Leonie starts her new job at a tech start up the last person she expects to see is Jack. But there he is, sitting in the boss’s office.

Lose fat, boost energy, and reclaim your health—in just 30 minutes a day or less. In A Busy Professional’s Guide to Sustainable Fat Loss, fitness and nutrition expert Jim O’Connor shares a proven blueprint for busy men and women who want real, lasting weight loss without extreme diets, marathon workouts, or calorie counting.

In Eternal Descent, Lucifer and Elizabeth, discover love, find inner light, and experience redemption through her soul. It's a story of unexpected transformation, and the power of compassion. So, follow them along their journey of finding each other, and battling those who stand in their way of finding peace.

Join us as we delve into the pressing issues facing early educators and daycare services today. "Childcare Challenges: Dilemmas in Daycare" explores the myriad struggles that educators encounter, from low pay and inadequate health care to uncertain retirement and collecting payment. Rising costs, limited openings, and an overtaxed industry are pushing families to seek alternative childcare solutions, and these challenges not only affect children's development but also have significant implications for the economy. Through interviews with early educators, parents, policymakers, and experts, we ...