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They call it the “Death Zone” – 26,000 feet high, close to the roof of the world, where the planet’s rotation causes 140 mph winds. What makes alpine climbers risk fortunes and even their lives in order to stand for five minutes on the world’s highest peak? Mount Everest is also the wind-swept battlefield for personality conflicts, the unfolding of ego-driven dramas, and the sometimes unheralded stories of courage and sacrifice as one climber lays down his life for another.1996 marked a tragic climbing season in Nepal when icy storms blew in and left a number of climbers dead.

Bucky Stone’s dream mission trip has turned into a nightmare. He’s 9000 miles from home, hopelessly lost on the streets of Bangkok. Panic screams at his senses, making it difficult to think. He’s got no money. This adventure happened before T-Mobile cellphone plans that work in Asia, so he can’t call his pals for help. He can’t speak a word of Thai. And he’s running out of time and options. Somewhere in this huge steaming city with its traffic jams and go-go bars is a group of Christian friends he’d give anything to see again.

In his bestseller, “The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry,” John Mark Comer suggests that a Christian can best celebrate the joy of “Sabbath” in two delicious ways. First, the family must bake a foot-square chocolate-chip cookie, smother it with ice cream, then joyously devour said cookie. But I love Idea #2: curl up on Sabbath afternoon with a great novel. I assume he means winsome adventures where the protagonist has heaven as their ultimate goal, and the Body of Christ as their highest passion! Which is where these Bangkok love stories come into play.

Amidst the convoluted web of corporate scandals, political corruption, and unexpected betrayals, one man rises from the ashes of affliction, transformed and enlightened. Follow Diamond Palladium's incredible journey through the multi-dimensional universe as he unlocks mystical abilities and spiritual wisdom, revealing profound insights into the human psyche. This riveting sequel to "Dying of a Light" is a testament to the indomitable human spirit, where ambition, grit, and resilience reign supreme. Brace yourself for an unforgettable ride through the underworld of Diamond Palladium, where ...

What if the system designed to heal us is actually making us sicker? Ethan Montgomery is on the brink of achieving his lifelong dream of becoming a doctor when his world begins to unravel. As a brilliant medical student entering residency at a prestigious hospital, Ethan is ready to dedicate his life to helping others. But behind the sterile hallways and revered mentors, he uncovers a devastating truth: the healthcare system he trusted is a profit-driven machine, designed to prioritize wealth over well-being. From discovering pharmaceutical companies’ control over medical education to ...

The battle for control is never over—but the war for the future has just begun. The epic trilogy that began in 2005 reaches its electrifying climax in Reawakening, the latest installment of the Total Control saga. As the world reels from the devastating events of Reckoning of Ascendancy, a new darkness emerges, threatening to reshape global power once again. The United States, now aware of the insidious infiltration, mobilizes international forces to reclaim Israel while facing an even graver internal crisis, hidden adversaries, from foreign armies to homegrown militias, rise from the ...

The world’s greatest dancers. The fiercest competition. The ULTIMATE battle for truth. After the explosive events that shook the dance world in Mambo 2 Mambo: Book 1-SOLAR, Christian, Samantha, and Estrella take their talents to the global stage at ULTIMATE, the most prestigious and ruthless dance tournament on the planet. But as they push their limits to claim victory, they soon discover that corruption isn’t so easily defeated. Bribed judges, rigged scores, and secret deals threaten to steal the competition from those who truly deserve it. Meanwhile, Yemaya, now an independent artist ...

For decades we’ve been told a code, color, or four letters can capture who we are. Know your type, know yourself. It’s nice. It’s tidy. Except we’re not statues. We adapt, we evolve. All day, every day. That’s not a flaw. It’s human. UNTYPED is a revolt. A scientific shift from boxes and types to the underlying elements of who we really are. Built on a decade of research—200 interviews, 8,000 surveys, hundreds of real-world breakdowns and breakthroughs—UNTYPED reveals 25 elemental powers that drive: How you read a room. How you create. How you argue. How you negotiate. How ...

What if the moment that broke you became the beginning of your breakthrough? "Stories of Strength" is your lifeline! True, raw, and powerful stories from real people who refused to let struggle have the final word. Whether it was financial hardship, chronic illness, addiction, grief, or burnout, each author stared down life's most brutal moments, and rose.

Fear is a lie. Power is a choice. Balance is the key For centuries, the world has been controlled by an invisible force, manipulating minds, rewriting history, and silencing those who dare to awaken. The Deep State, an ancient order of warlocks, dark sorcerers, and corrupt elites, has worked from the shadows, feeding on fear, enslaving the masses, and severing humanity’s connection to its true cosmic heritage. But destiny has other plans. Born under the sacred energies of the Phasing Moon, marked by prophecy, bound to the cosmic force of Gaia, and possessing abilities beyond comprehension...

Discipleship Podcast - Dakota Smith, Kyle R. Morris and David Glavin walk through the Bible for the purpose of equipping their listeners to disciple others. To live as a disciple of Jesus Christ, all followers of Jesus are commanded to proclaim the gospel and teach people the word of God (Matt 28:18-20).

Drag Race Psychology is a podcast where we thrust ourselves deep into each season of Drag Race and review it through the lens of sport psychology. We seek to untuck the psychological processes in the art of drag, the pressures of performance and competition, what it takes to be “America’s Next Drag Superstar”, dive into our charisma, uniqueness, nerve, and talent to find success on the stage, on the pitch, and in life.

The "Young Boy Named David" series is designed to help young ones deal with difficult situations that are hard to talk about. In Book 23, David goes to a new school and gets put into a special class designed to help him do better in class. Not only does he meet a teacher from his past, but David also makes a new best friend.

David Smith successfully worked for 17 years at the Brazoria County Criminal District Attorney’s Office, gaining valuable experience as a felony prosecutor and Chief of the Misdemeanor Division. David prosecuted cases such as murder, intoxication manslaughter, aggravated robbery, aggravated sexual assault, theft, assault, & DWI. David discusses criminal law, practical application of zealous criminal defense.

Can the people of God still hope for an imminent Second Coming of Jesus? Dan and David Smith are cheerful, hope-filled Adventist men with Venden DNA coursing through their souls! Together they posit a larger question: Who cares? When life is decently abundant down here, when a golden retirement looms and vaccines have chased the germs away, do we still urgently want Jesus Christ to come and take us to a faraway destination known mostly for harps and 24/7 prayer meetings?

Most of us who are Christians have an unstated pride in our resumé: it’s actually not bad! We’ve worshiped the Lord for decades and done a lot of good in the world. Okay, sure, we’re thankful for Calvary. But it’s not difficult to imagine hearty applause as we approach the front door of heaven. “You did good! Come right in!”Jesus went to a party where the church’s head elder felt exactly like that. And our Savior told him a quiet story about two men who needed forgiveness.

A mix of Northern Soul and 6T's Soul, Ska, Rocksteady and early Reggae. Episodes are mostly my weekly show on Phoenix FM. --For Promotional Use Only--

There’s a line most people never cross. They’re “impressive.” A ten. A few reset the scale. Eleven. Their impact doesn’t match their credentials. They cross a line you can’t quite explain, but you feel it. This book is about that line. Most people don’t fail under pressure. They finish the wrong thing. The model stops fitting. The plan keeps running. The room gets faster, more certain. No one wants to be the one who slows it down. So they push through and call it done. It isn’t. A few people don’t go with it. They stop. They question what everyone else is assuming. They see ...

Actor Corey Parker Robinson (The Wire) and Dave Smith, a mildly successful screenwriter, discuss top movies that SHOULD have been great, but somehow died at the box office.

Follow this diverse crew of 40 year old men as we navigate this new decade of being a true 40 year old African American millennials. Come with us as we tackle, marriage, kids, fatherhood, parenting, sex, life, jobs and anything else we can think of!