NewsGram with Sam Youmans
159 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingWelcome 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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Finding Peace
March 22, 2024 16:22 - 11 minutes - 26.5 MBWelcome to this edition of Newsgram! Doing this podcast I’ve learned a lot of different things thanks to the great authors I’ve been lucky enough to meet. The topics are so broad and varied from children’s books to autobiographies to fiction and spirituality — you really never know what you’re going to get so thank […] The post Finding Peace appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.
UPDATED Journey Back Into the Vault
March 13, 2024 15:41 - 6 minutes - 15.9 MBThis is the story of those psychological forces that help define us. Who are you and where did you come from? Learning more about your past brings a sense of security and inner peace. Mario Cartaya went back to Cuba to reclaim his forgotten Cuban past and wrote a book about it called Journey Back Into the Vault, In Search of My Faded Cuban Childhood Footprints. Welcome to this […] The post UPDATED Journey Back Into the Vault appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.
The Story of My Soul
February 28, 2024 15:38 - 10 minutes - 23.6 MBThe Story of my Soul by Helen P. Slater is the personal healing journey of Helen P. Slater. The book is written from a spiritual perspective, about divine love, abuse, trauma, spirit guides and soul healing. Welcome to this edition of Newsgram! A long time ago in a land called the eighties I was working for a company that produced radio programs. We syndicated them to stations all over the country […] The post The Story of My Soul appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.
Present Day Romance Tragedy: Romeo and Juliet Style
February 07, 2024 16:36 - 9 minutes - 13.7 MBWelcome to this edition of Newsgram! I hope you are in the mood for romance because today we are going to explore forbidden Love and how overcoming some of our cultural taboos surrounding it can inspire Hope and even lead to World Peace. Love is very powerful. Are you familiar with William Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet” you […] The post Present Day Romance Tragedy: Romeo and Juliet Style appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.
We Will Never Forget
February 03, 2024 17:03 - 13 minutes - 30.6 MBWelcome to this edition of Newsgram! Today we journey together into a fascinating presentation of resilience, creativity, and artistic magic. At 80 years old, Gennie de Lange, is still a powerhouse of creativity. She is also a self-proclaimed dyslexic ceramic artist who likes to turn challenges into pure artistic gold. Gennie grew up during World War II, in her grandparents’ house, the […] The post We Will Never Forget appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.
MaryEllen is Stuck
January 12, 2024 16:32 - 8 minutes - 19.6 MBToday we are going to focus on finding inspiration in a person, situation, or an event that can influence your life for the better. MaryEllen Perlini is our guest and she has written a fun little book to inspire all of us to find healthy options to feel confident, enthusiastic, and put a spring in […] The post MaryEllen is Stuck appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.
The Adventures of Norvell Jamison
January 10, 2024 16:40 - 8 minutes - 19.1 MBInspired by a true character born in 1892 to the son of former slaves, Norvell Jamison grows up in the violent and racially impoverished south under the harsh Jim Crow laws after witnessing a young boy get brutally beaten to death by the Klan. Norvell is traumatized for life. Norvell grows up to be a quick tempered 6-foot 7 inch, 350lbs ultra-violent […] The post The Adventures of Norvell Jamison appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.
My Father, the Captain
January 05, 2024 16:57 - 9 minutes - 21.3 MBToday we examine the book “My Father, the Captain”. Author Jean Ferdinand Tannis takes a look back at the life of her father Alfred and his brother Isaac with pride. Known as “the captain” throughout the Caribbean and South and Central America, the way Alfred and his brother lived remains a source of inspiration for […] The post My Father, the Captain appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.
The Power of the Lemon by Libby Mcgugan
January 04, 2024 14:19 - 12 minutes - 17.2 MBLibby Mcgugan is a former healer who experienced things she couldn’texplain. People were healing from terminal illnesses against the odds.Healing from things that medicine can’t cure. So she took an inspiringand what she calls an unexpected journey to help people find out whyand it led to the discovery of a deeper connection to our true […] The post The Power of the Lemon by Libby Mcgugan appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.
The Sex Party Handbook: Your Ultimate Guide to the World of Orgies, Sex Clubs and More (and How to Host Your Own) by Ali Bushell
November 20, 2023 00:32 - 10 minutes - 15.1 MBRelying on his experience as a therapist, podcaster, and creator of sex parties, Ali Bushell, author of “The Sex Party Handbook” is here to answer common questions about sex parties, groups, and orgies. Are you ready to reclaim your primal erotic desires? Are you just a little bit curious? Well, get ready for an informative, […] The post The Sex Party Handbook: Your Ultimate Guide to the World of Orgies, Sex Clubs and More (and How to Host Your Own) by Ali Bushell appeared first on WebTalkR...
The Secret Life of Bears by Joann Slead
November 15, 2023 16:21 - 5 minutes - 7.62 MBIn The Secret Life of Bears, Joann Slead has written a unique story that portrays Jesus with a sense of humor and as the most lovey-dovey Papa Bear ever. By reading it, young children will see what a relationship with Jesus looks like. It’s an engaging and colorful book. Welcome to this edition of Newsgram. Growing up can […] The post The Secret Life of Bears by Joann Slead appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.
Barbies for Blokes
October 25, 2023 16:45 - 4 minutes - 6.89 MBThis episode focuses on Julianne McLean and Mark Lynch, authors of the book Barbies 4 Blokes; a charity cookbook for people who love to laugh and eat delicious barbeque in the great outdoors. Welcome to this edition of Newsgram. The thing about men is we like to cook outdoors. Maybe it’s primal. An instinct that can […] The post Barbies for Blokes appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.
All Angels Have Wings
October 13, 2023 16:38 - 10 minutes - 14.5 MBThis episode is based on the book All Angels Have Wings by Mai Kristiane Thomsen. Bodies are found buried in the woods, all of them with wings carved onto the skin on their backs. Young women murdered, all looking the same and around the same age, all but one… Welcome to this edition of Newsgram. Before […] The post All Angels Have Wings appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.
Bias Impacts
October 13, 2023 15:58 - 7 minutes - 10.4 MBThe global business landscape is ever changing. Seasoned executives and business coaches, Kanthi Ford and Patrick Ricketts, share their professional experiences as well as simple, common-sense concepts that are fundamental to leading effectively in today’s workplace. Welcome to this edition of Newsgram. Congratulations! You have just been promoted. You’ve been doing such a good job […] The post Bias Impacts appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.
Explosion in a Paint factory
September 29, 2023 14:59 - 4 minutes - 6.48 MBAnyone 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 MBToday 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 MBWayne 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 MBA 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 MBPaul 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 MBA 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 MBToday 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 MBJohn 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 MBDr. 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 MBToday 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 MBSteve 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 MBYour 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 MBYour 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 MBToday 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 MBDream 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 MBThis 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 MBThe 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 MBThis 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 MBThis 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 MBEveryone 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 MBLike 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 MBWhen 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 MBThe 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 MBThis 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 MBNipper 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 MBLet’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 MBThis 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 MBAuthor 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 MBIn 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 MBWelcome 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 MBWelcome 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 MBWelcome 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 MBToday’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 MBBe 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 MBThe 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.