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NewsGram with Sam Youmans

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Welcome to NewsGram! Fascinating people doing interesting things that we call News. Ready to hear what’s new and trending? NewsGram covers the arts, literature and fun products and trends to share with your friends. You’ll be on top of tech, versed on pets, entertaining, parenting and even some business news tidbits. It’s quick, fun and might just give you a tip or two to make life a little easier. Click on subscribe and the news you actually want will be served right to your podcast queue!

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Explosion in a Paint factory

September 29, 2023 14:59 - 4 minutes - 6.48 MB

Anyone reading this book will soon realize that I didn’t pay much attention in my English lessons at school, but it is written in my way and as I recall things. Everyone, everything and every occurrence are true and the overall timeline is correct, albeit some of the finer intricacies of chronological order may be […] The post Explosion in a Paint factory appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Workplace Actions Matter

September 27, 2023 17:31 - 9 minutes - 14.4 MB

Today Nathalie White delivers the framework needed for personal and business success. After 30 years as a public servant she is now sharing her learnings and experiences. Her book “Workplace Actions Matter” shows how our actions speak louder than words and how the smallest action can reinforce trust or hinder it.  Welcome to this edition […] The post Workplace Actions Matter appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Wayne, The Nerd from Arizona

September 11, 2023 14:02 - 7 minutes - 10.4 MB

Wayne is a good kid but has always had a hard time making friends. His dad is an air force master sergeant. He travels a lot, even overseas. Now, Wayne is in a new school and feels unsure of himself. Join Wayne on his adventure from Luke Air Force Base in Phoenix, Arizona, to Spangdahlem […] The post Wayne, The Nerd from Arizona appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

The Forbidden Zone 1940

September 06, 2023 15:00 - 9 minutes - 13.8 MB

A gripping account of a young Scottish lass caught up in the German Occupation of France. The Forbidden Zone 1940 by Anne Angelo is a heartwarming tale of Survival under terrible conditions. Welcome to this edition of Newsgram.  Today you’re going to meet Anne Angelo. A very brave woman who escaped from France in 1941. France was […] The post The Forbidden Zone 1940 appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Cancer Mentality

August 21, 2023 12:38 - 9 minutes - 13.1 MB

Paul Brodrick found himself reassessing his life after having a bowel tumor removed five years ago. In this book, Cancer Mentality, he shares what it was like to be diagnosed with cancer, how he dealt with the fear of defective genes, and how he learned to choose his own prognosis for a cancer-free future. Welcome […] The post Cancer Mentality appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Shot in the Mouth and Still Preaching

August 10, 2023 02:55 - 5 minutes - 8.96 MB

A teenager fights for his life in the jungles of Vietnam after getting shot in the mouth. Tom Wilson was saved. He became a minister and never lost his sense of humor about the tragedy he suffered. This is his story….  Welcome to this edition of Newsgram.  Being a human is hard. We are faced with […] The post Shot in the Mouth and Still Preaching appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

A Curlew Cried

August 07, 2023 15:28 - 7 minutes - 10.4 MB

Today we spotlight a novel lovingly published by the author’s children as a tribute to their mother. “A Curlew Cried” was written by Winifred Millicent Hardie {deceased} over forty years ago and recently published by her daughters Helen Elizabeth Payne and Janet Anne Goldman. It is 1911 when Bill and Isobel Elgin scramble down from […] The post A Curlew Cried appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Prayer is a Journey

July 19, 2023 15:07 - 8 minutes - 11.7 MB

John Wheelerwrote a book that he calls a prayer journey from sinner to saint for anyone who is on the journey. Isn’t that all of us?  Welcome to this edition of Newsgram! What happens when a man with an analytical mind takes a spiritual journey? It can lead to some interesting results. Today we’re going to […] The post Prayer is a Journey appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

The Dynamic, Fundamental Study on Discipleship

July 12, 2023 15:43 - 7 minutes - 10.4 MB

Dr. James Whorley has written a guide to follow in becoming a strong disciple for Christ. By reading this book one will clearly see their purpose, step-by-step guide to follow showing the power of love, the importance of faith, the essentialness of keeping unwanted doors closed and assuring that they remain shut. This book will also give […] The post The Dynamic, Fundamental Study on Discipleship appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Looking Beyond the Clouds

July 10, 2023 17:41 - 8 minutes - 11.8 MB

”Looking Beyond the Clouds” demonstrates the ups and downs of Christian life. It is a book of poems that summarize the life of a person looking for greater purpose, finding that purpose in God, and fighting for the blessings promised in Heaven. It is interwoven with Christ’s compassion and the companionship of a fellow Christian. […] The post Looking Beyond the Clouds appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

The Christmas Light

July 07, 2023 17:23 - 7 minutes - 10.4 MB

Today you get to meet “Bright” the main character in Dian Cooper’s new book “The Christmas Light”. After being tucked away in the attic for years Bright has a dream that changes his heart.  Welcome to this edition of Newsgram!  When it comes to children’s stories I have to admit that I’m a sucker for the […] The post The Christmas Light appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Sandlot Poet

May 29, 2023 13:52 - 5 minutes - 8.75 MB

Steve Wachtel is a New Yorker and he has been writing poetry since 1976. His new book of poetry, Sandlot Poet is derived from the pain and triumph of his experiences. It features gentle observations and his view of the human experience. Welcome to this edition of Newsgram! We begin to day with a quote from the […] The post Sandlot Poet appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Grip Life

May 26, 2023 17:13 - 8 minutes - 12 MB

Your health is important so today we are going to Grip Life to its fullest by addressing the seven health elements outlined by Dr. Elizabeth W. Grubbs in her book Grip Life. Welcome to this edition of Newsgram! So…how you doin’? How’s your health?  Last week I was having one of those days, you know […] The post Grip Life appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Grip Life by Dr. Elizabeth W. Grubbs

May 24, 2023 15:04 - 8 minutes - 12 MB

Your health is important so today we are going to Grip Life to its fullest by addressing the seven health elements outlined by Dr. Elizabeth W. Grubbs in her book Grip Life. Welcome to this edition of Newsgram! So…how you doin’? How’s your health?  Last week I was having one of those days, you know […] The post Grip Life by Dr. Elizabeth W. Grubbs appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Incantation

May 22, 2023 16:43 - 5 minutes - 7.61 MB

Today we travel to a land of kingdoms and magic through the pages of Incantation by Mason Humphries. It is a place where the king of Magique once fell in love with a powerful witch who would not reciprocate his feelings. This is the tale of her daughter.  Welcome to this edition of Newsgram! I confess. I am a […] The post Incantation appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Fletcher Babysits

May 10, 2023 14:35 - 3 minutes - 6.05 MB

Dream big. Today we profile Adrian Kooistra, an Australian author living with Cerebral Palsy who has written the “Fletcher Babysits” series of children’s books.  Welcome to this edition of Newsgram! Adrian Kooistra is an Australian author living with Cerebral Palsy. Cerebral Palsy is a disorder that affects the part of the brain that controls a person’s […] The post Fletcher Babysits appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Know Your Mind (Part 2 of the Learning Experience Trilogy)

May 04, 2023 14:38 - 12 minutes - 17.7 MB

This episode explores the untapped power of the mind. It focuses on the third book, Know Your Mind in the Learning Experience Trilogy by Peter Massam. Here we move on from growing pains in teenage years and confronting fears to exploring the extraordinary relationship between the mind and the body.  Welcome to this edition of Newsgram!  Your mind is a lot more powerful than you […] The post Know Your Mind (Part 2 of the Learning Experience Trilogy) appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

The Lure of the Praying Mantis

April 28, 2023 16:14 - 6 minutes - 10 MB

The Praying Mantis is a woman who likes to dominate and control men. Most women would stop at that, but some want to see how far their domination could take them. Could that include murder? This episode is based on the book, “The Lure of the Praying Mantis”by David Gaston.  Welcome to this edition of Newsgram!  […] The post The Lure of the Praying Mantis appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

The Dogs are Curling up Again

April 27, 2023 15:39 - 8 minutes - 12.5 MB

This episode is based on the book The Dogs are Curling up Again by Margaret H Townley where political exile Isabel returns to her native Chile where things are very different. Welcome to this edition of Newsgram! Chrissie Hynde said it in her song, My City was Gone. “…I went back to Ohio. But my pretty […] The post The Dogs are Curling up Again appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

The Shepherds Of Inequality

April 17, 2023 13:15 - 9 minutes - 14.2 MB

This episode looks at money-laundering. It’s based on the book “The Shepherds Of Inequality: And The Futility Of Our Efforts To Stop Them” by Dawn Pretorius.  Welcome to this edition of Newsgram. What do you  know about money laundering? I just read some startling statistics from an article at Zippia.com that said worldwide, there are between $800 billion and $2 trillion laundered annually. The United States […] The post The Shepherds Of Inequality appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Do You Need a Hug?

April 17, 2023 13:12 - 5 minutes - 7.86 MB

Everyone can use a hug and who better to learn this from than a child. The world can use as many hugs and love as we all can offer. When we are tired, upset, hurt, excited, overjoyed, etc. a hug is readily available. Who wouldn’t want a good hug! Welcome to this edition of Newsgram! Do […] The post Do You Need a Hug? appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

A Scandal of the Particular

April 08, 2023 16:05 - 8 minutes - 12.4 MB

Like Crime Novels? Today we talk about Hyman Kazan, the protagonist in “A Scandal of the Particular” by Steve Hamilton.  Kazan has a struggling legal career and an unfulfilled, passionate girlfriend. But the situation is about to get worse, much worse, when the body of a young man from Scotland is found outside of a […] The post A Scandal of the Particular appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

A Logbook of My Scouting Adventures

April 05, 2023 18:33 - 7 minutes - 10.7 MB

When Graeme joined Scouts aged twelve, who knew it would lead to a commitment beyond forty years? Today we delve into his book THE FLEUR-DE-LIS, Khaki Shorts, and me by Graeme C Legge Welcome to this edition of Newsgram.   There’s no place like Home. Home is where the heart is. Wherever I lay my hat is home. You’ve […] The post A Logbook of My Scouting Adventures appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

How to Hold a Glue Stick and Other Clues to Parenting

April 05, 2023 18:25 - 10 minutes - 15.2 MB

The best teachers are also the best learners. Today we look at the book “How to Hold a Glue Stick and Other Clues to Parenting” by Froukje Matthews who combined her Montessori teaching experience with the knowledge gained as a parent.  Welcome to this edition of Newsgram! How many homeschoolers are out there?  The fall of […] The post How to Hold a Glue Stick and Other Clues to Parenting appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Know Your Mind (Part 2 of the Learning Experience Trilogy)

April 03, 2023 18:36 - 12 minutes - 17.7 MB

This episode explores the untapped power of the mind. It focuses on the third book, Know Your Mind in the Learning Experience Trilogy by Peter Massam. Here we move on from growing pains in teenage years and confronting fears to exploring the extraordinary relationship between the mind and the body.  Welcome to this edition of Newsgram!  […] The post Know Your Mind (Part 2 of the Learning Experience Trilogy) appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Nipper & Moose Conquering Fear (Part 1 of the Learning Experience Trilogy)

April 03, 2023 18:32 - 12 minutes - 17.2 MB

Nipper and Moose Conquering Fear track a lifetime journey of learning experiences from childhood encounters through coming of age to conquering fear. This first volume, Nipper is for ages 9 and up. It teaches that understanding girls is difficult at the best of times. Navigating that sea without a map, as George found out, can be a teenage squall […] The post Nipper<strong> & </strong>Moose Conquering Fear (Part 1 of the Learning Experience Trilogy) appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Living The High Note

March 30, 2023 14:09 - 4 minutes - 6.58 MB

Let’s open up the autobiography of Mary Angela (Zagone) Allen who says every life is designed and planned by a living God including her own. All you have to do is surrender.  Welcome to this edition of Newsgram! We all have a book inside of us and today we are going to take a peek inside the life of Mary Angela Allen of […] The post Living The High Note appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Flirting with the Lavender Lane by Trystan Mickel Windemier

March 27, 2023 18:18 - 6 minutes - 9.57 MB

This show is based on the book Flirting with the Lavender Lane by Trystan Mickel Windemier. It follows the lives of Tyler and Andrew as they fall in love and develop a relationship.  Welcome to this edition of Newsgram Today we take a look at the often tortured and tumultuous lives of Tyler and Andrew, who goes by the nickname […] The post Flirting with the Lavender Lane by Trystan Mickel Windemier appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

My Sweet Aroma

March 16, 2023 00:48 - 8 minutes - 12.4 MB

Author Timothy Green’s home is with his poems and today we will share his passion. He has a new book out called My Sweet Aroma with about two hundred poems in it. The poems were gathered from his previous books, The Sail, The Face and there are about seventy newly written verses. Welcome to this […] The post My Sweet Aroma appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

The Human Mind 

March 11, 2023 17:25 - 9 minutes - 13.2 MB

In his book, The Human Mind: A Psychological View of Theological concepts, Dr. Kolb compares and contrasts the scientific understanding of the human mind with those in the Bible.  Welcome to this edition of Newsgram! In the previous episode we talked about Dementia but today we are going to explore a different aspect of the mind and […] The post The Human Mind  appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

The Residents Voice From a Dementia Unit

March 09, 2023 15:24 - 8 minutes - 11.7 MB

Welcome to this edition of Newsgram. Recently I’ve been worried about Dementia. Why? Well, I’m not as young as I used to be and sometimes I forget where I left my phone or what I was about to say so I did a bit of research and found out that those things are pretty normal and […] The post The Residents Voice From a Dementia Unit appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Thinking on the other side of Zero

March 05, 2023 04:29 - 10 minutes - 14.8 MB

Welcome to this edition of Newsgram! I’ve always been a big fan of The Doors and I really wish we had a budget to play the song Break On Through for you but we do not. Do you know it? It came out in 1967 and it’s still in regular rotation if you listen to Classic rock radio […] The post Thinking on the other side of Zero appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Tuesday’s Story

February 24, 2023 19:16 - 5 minutes - 8.53 MB

Welcome to this edition of Newsgram!  There are very few things in life that can melt your heart like a new puppy and there’s a reason for that. We were put on this earth to love one another; to show compassion and to help each other. Puppies were put here to show us how to […] The post Tuesday’s Story appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

The One Pill Fix

February 19, 2023 03:15 - 12 minutes - 5.03 MB

Today’s show is based on the book, “The One Pill Fix, A simple cure for an ailing planet by Andy Kirkwood. It is a journey of discovery, exploring the pressing issues impacting our planet and our lives while suggesting simple solutions for each. Welcome to this edition of Newsgram!  Are you ready to change the world? […] The post The One Pill Fix appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Naughty Nonsense

February 13, 2023 15:03 - 8 minutes - 12.4 MB

Be prepared to be amused by the outrageous characters, their mishaps and goings-on and the gentle humour extracted from the book Naughty Nonsense, Lascivious Limericks and Much More by David Ellis.  Who are these characters? They include the forger, the glutton, the cheat, the drunkard, the proud, the greedy, the slothful, the unfaithful, the exhibitionist, […] The post Naughty Nonsense appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Do Ask, Do Tell

January 23, 2023 15:31 - 5 minutes - 8.52 MB

The original Bill of Rights is now about 210 years old. Is it time to re-evaluate our fundamental constitutional rights? Are we ready to trust ourselves as individuals with the personal responsibilities that go with rights? This show is presented from the personal perspective of John Boushkaa gay man who grew up in a period […] The post Do Ask, Do Tell appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

A Flowing Through

December 30, 2022 16:15 - 10 minutes - 16.2 MB

This episode is based on the book A Flowing Through by David Esling. It is about one teacher’s artistic approach to teaching and learning in a primary school within a socially disadvantaged suburb of Hobart in England.  Welcome to this weeks edition of Newsgram A common theme here on Newsgram is our ongoing mission to change the world. […] The post A Flowing Through appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Twelve Years in Alaska

December 14, 2022 14:47 - 6 minutes - 9.74 MB

This episode is based on the book Twelve Years in Alaska; A Spiritual Journey by Melissa L. Farrell. It is a series of articles that grew out of her quest to find a way to live with being an open empath. A person with the ability to apprehend the mental or emotional state of another individual. Welcome to […] The post Twelve Years in Alaska appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

God Doesn’t Do Evil

December 14, 2022 14:42 - 5 minutes - 9.12 MB

Do you struggle with heartache from the death of a loved one or a major life adversity? Do you blame God for allowing such a painful thing to happen? Delores J. Porter has answers for you in her hope-filled new book, God Doesn’t Do Evil That Good May Come.  Welcome to this edition of Newsgram. When bad […] The post God Doesn’t Do Evil appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Little Women Invest

December 12, 2022 15:24 - 6 minutes - 9.57 MB

This episode is based on the book, Little Women Invest which is in turn based on the novel by Louisa May Alcott. It  is a guide for young women to approach the world of investments. The themes of financial education are intertwined with those of women’s emancipation.   Welcome to this edition of Newsgram If you’ve read Little […] The post Little Women Invest appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Héguanzî, the Dao of Unity

December 12, 2022 15:20 - 6 minutes - 10.3 MB

Over two millennia ago, in troubled times not unlike our own, a mysterious figure, distinguished by a pheasant feather in his cap, emerged with poetic visions of a future world of peace and justice. Like Laozi, Pheasant Cap (Héguanzî) understood the underlying unity in things and the power of Dao to make things happen. Welcome […] The post Héguanzî, the Dao of Unity appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

A Dandelion

December 10, 2022 02:51 - 4 minutes - 7.77 MB

The book, A Dandelion was inspired by Andrew Everstine’s  daughter Ashli, who was three years-old at the time. She said, “Tell me a story, Daddy.” “Okay…but you have to give me the title.” “A Dandelion,” she replied and a new creative universe commenced. Welcome to this edition of Newsgram.  Here we go again! If you’ve been […] The post A Dandelion appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

The Golden Book of Life

December 10, 2022 02:47 - 8 minutes - 13 MB

This episode is based on the book, The Golden Book of Life & The Plasma Soul Codes, an extraordinary self-help bible overflowing with life-changing spiritual information, healing guidance, cosmic wisdom, and unconditional love specifically designed to empower you to live your best life. Welcome to the this edition of Newsgram Today we are going to […] The post The Golden Book of Life appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Little Cherubs Short Stories

December 07, 2022 21:16 - 6 minutes - 10 MB

This episode is based on the series Little Cherubs Short Stories. A series of books addressing different situations from a child’s perspective, like death, fostering, disability, animal care and comradery, family situations. A learning curve and “food for thought”. Welcome to this edition of Newsgram Today we’re going to take a look at a series […] The post Little Cherubs Short Stories appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Healing

December 07, 2022 20:51 - 9 minutes - 13.8 MB

There are many aspects to Healing – Healing the Body, Healing the Mind and Spirit, along with Healing the World. In studying Healing, we see who we are and what we are doing here in this life. It is the combination of medicine, science and philosophy unravelling the old spiritual mysteries held in trust by […] The post Healing appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Messages from the Divine Mother

November 21, 2022 14:02 - 7 minutes - 11.8 MB

Dee Buchanan spent over 20 years journaling. Now, her journal is a book of messages to support and empower women to learn and grow and understand themselves. This episode is based on her book Messages from the Divine Mother: A Selection of Spiritual Conversations for Women. Welcome to this edition of Newsgram.  Let’s call this a Holiday […] The post Messages from the Divine Mother appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Pensioned Off

November 02, 2022 14:24 - 5 minutes - 8.88 MB

Facing retirement, Ruth, Trudy and some other baby-boomers are drawn together by a love of music to form a traveling ukulele band. This “feel-good fiction” episode of Newsgram is based on the book Pensioned Off: Baby boomers out to pasture by Sue Dawson.  Welcome to this edition of Newsgram! Today’s show is dedicated to anyone born between the years 1946 […] The post Pensioned Off appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

The Cosmic Romance with Existence

November 02, 2022 14:17 - 6 minutes - 9.9 MB

Relax your inner light and connect to God. The power is in you. This episode is based on the book, The Cosmic Romance with Existence by Murali Dharan who teaches us how to connect the inner light within us to a higher light – the light of God.  Welcome to this edition of Newsgram. Are you ready to tap […] The post The Cosmic Romance with Existence appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Rungs On My Ladder

November 02, 2022 14:04 - 7 minutes - 11.6 MB

Who is Eleanor Riley? Today on Newsgram we find out by exploring her memoir. This episode is based on the book, “Rungs On My Ladder” by Eleanor Riley Welcome to this edition of Newsgram. Today we ask the question, who is Eleanor Riley?  Eleanor Riley – I was born on the Island Jamaica west indies. I migrated to the […] The post Rungs On My Ladder appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

aliengg7

November 02, 2022 13:59 - 8 minutes - 13 MB

Let’s seed this idea in the consciousness of Planet Earth. This episode is based on the book aliengg7.co.uk The First Chapters: A Philosophers Dream 114 by David Keith Greenaway Welcome to this edition of Newsgram.  Human beings are flawed, it’s our nature. We screw up but we are evolving. At least I like to think so. However, there are […] The post aliengg7 appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.