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Title: Chaguantique Nature Reserve, El Salvador

Subtitle: Audio Journeys Explores One of the Last Remaining Rainforests

Author: Patricia L. Lawrence

Narrator: Patricia L. Lawrence

Format: Unabridged

Length: 29 mins

Language: English

Release date: 03-09-09

Publisher: Big Happy Family, LLC

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Radio & TV, News, Business, & Culture

Publisher's Summary:

This important private reserve is maintained by El Salvador's ministry of Natural Resources. We meet Erlinda Lobo, a naturalist guide at the Reserve. The visitors' center is a small room with examples of plants and animals that live in this fragile ecosystem.

Editorial Reviews:

From Travel Radio International and informatively narrated by Patricia L. Lawrence, Chaguantique Nature Reserve, El Savador is a journey to the jungle of the smallest country in Central America.

We listen to locals describe to Lawrence the elusive spider monkeys that live high up in El Salvador's ancient trees. We also are guided on a nature walk in the rainforest and learn more from the Salvadorans about the unique plants and animals found in this most delicate ecosystem.

This short travel program should appeal to both travelers and nature lovers.

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Title: Leo Carrillo Ranch, Carlsbad, California, Part I

Subtitle: Audio Journeys Explores the Life of Actor Leo Carrillo

Author: Patricia L. Lawrence

Narrator: J. D. Streeter

Format: Unabridged

Length: 28 mins

Language: English

Release date: 03-06-09

Publisher: Big Happy Family, LLC

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Radio & TV, News, Business, & Culture

Publisher's Summary:

Audio Journeys explores the Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park, a few minutes from the Pacific Ocean and downtown Carlsbad, California. In 1937 vaudeville and silver-screen actor, Leo Carrillo (the Cisco Kid) purchased, and preserved over 2,000 acres of the southwest US's rolling hills. This was a retreat for Leo, his wife, their adopted daughter, and their numerous friends from Hollywood.

©2009 Travel Radio International Audio Journeys (TM); (P)2009 Travel Radio International Audio Journeys (TM)

Editorial Reviews:

This episode of Audio Journeys takes us to the American Southwest where we explore the ranch of Leo Carrillo. Carrillo was renowned during the golden age of film for his portrayal of Latino characters. An avid conservationist, Carrillo bought over 2,000 acres of land to serve as his ranch. In this audio recording, J. D. Streeter takes us around Carrillo's iconic compound. Streeter is a friendly and informative guide, the perfect companion as one tours the vast and magnificent scenery of the Leo Carrillo Ranch.

Members Reviews:

Inspirational

Loved it..inspiring to me; hope to come and visit soon .....thanks for sharing this information!

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Title: Leo Carrillo, Carlsbad, California, Part II

Subtitle: Audio Journeys Explores the Life of Actor Leo Carrillo

Author: Patricia L. Lawrence

Narrator: J. D. Streeter

Format: Unabridged

Length: 28 mins

Language: English

Release date: 03-06-09

Publisher: Big Happy Family, LLC

Genres: Radio & TV, News, Business, & Culture

Publisher's Summary:

Audio Journeys' exploration of Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park continues. In 1937 vaudeville and silver-screen actor Leo Carrillo (the Cisco Kid) purchased, and preserved over 2,000 acres of the southwest US's rolling hills. The 27 acres that remain today are known as the Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park. Our tour of the Carrillo Ranch includes the Spanish-style home, barns, and other out buildings.

©2009 Travel Radio International Audio Journeys (TM); (P)2009 Travel Radio International Audio Journeys (TM)

Editorial Reviews:

This episode of Audio Journeys takes us to the American Southwest where we explore the ranch of Leo Carrillo. Carrillo was renowned during the golden age of film for his portrayal of Latino characters. An avid conservationist, Carrillo bought over 2,000 acres of land to serve as his ranch. In this audio recording, J. D. Streeter takes us around Carrillo's iconic compound. Streeter is a friendly and informative guide, the perfect companion as one tours the barns and surrounding out-buildings of the Leo Carrillo Ranch.

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Title: Joya de Ceren, El Salvador

Subtitle: Audio Journeys Explores an Ancient Mayan Village

Author: Patricia L. Lawrence

Narrator: Patricia L. Lawrence

Format: Unabridged

Length: 29 mins

Language: English

Release date: 03-06-09

Publisher: Big Happy Family, LLC

Genres: Radio & TV, News, Business, & Culture

Publisher's Summary:

What makes this site unique is that the everyday life of the Mayans was preserved when around 600 A.D. a volcano erupted spewing volcanic ashes that covered the land, caused the common people to flee their homes.

Editorial Reviews:

Sometimes referred to as "The Pompeii of the Americas", Joya de Ceren is the only UNESCO World Heritage site in El Salvador. Formerly a small farming community, as early as even the 13th century BC, it was evacuated in the 3rd century AD after the eruption of a nearby volcano. Because of weather conditions and ash consistency, the town has been remarkable well preserved. In this Audio Journey, host Patricia L. Lawrence tells us about the sites around town. As always, Lawrence is both friendly and informative, a real pleasure to have as a travel companion.

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Title: CatoAudio, February 2009

Author: Caleb Brown

Narrator: Caleb Brown

Format: Original Recording

Length: 1 hr and 4 mins

Language: English

Release date: 02-10-09

Publisher: The Cato Institute

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes

Genres: Radio & TV, News, Business, & Culture

Publisher's Summary:

Michael F. Cannon and Michael D. Tanner on Obama's health care plan. Brian Doherty on the restoration of the right to bear arms. Russ Roberts on spontaneous order and the future of the market. Glen Whitman on how the U.S. health care system stacks up. William Niskanen on corporate governance after Enron. David Friedman on our free market future.

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Title: CatoAudio, February 2010

Format: Original Recording

Length: 1 hr and 4 mins

Language: English

Release date: 02-10-09

Publisher: The Cato Institute

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 4 votes

Genres: Radio & TV, News, Business, & Culture

Publisher's Summary:

Dan Griswold and Dan Ikenson on trade and immigration policy in 2010. Julian Sanchez on the threat of the Patriot Act. Rep. Jeff Flake on ending the Cuban travel ban. Alvaro Vargas Llosa on the politics of Latin American telenovellas. Chris Edwards on fixing runaway federal spending. Robert McDonald on George Washington and the Revolutionary War.

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Title: CatoAudio, January 2009

Author: Caleb Brown

Narrator: Caleb Brown

Format: Original Recording

Length: 1 hr and 4 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-10-09

Publisher: The Cato Institute

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes

Genres: Radio & TV, News, Business, & Culture

Publisher's Summary:

Arnold Kling and Alan Reynolds on the financial crisis, recession, and stimulus. Lawrence H. White on whether the Fed can or should burst asset bubbles. Jeffrey Miron on what (not) to do during a financial crisis. Andrew Samwick on moral hazard and the limits of monetary policy. Tucker Carlson on the 2008 elections.

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Title: CatoAudio, January 2010

Format: Original Recording

Length: 1 hr and 8 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-10-09

Publisher: The Cato Institute

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 4 votes

Genres: Radio & TV, News, Business, & Culture

Publisher's Summary:

Patrick Michaels, Jerry Taylor, and Peter VanDoren on Climategate. Tom Palmer on the rule of law and narratives of liberty. Dan Griswold on consumers, the forgotten special interest. Raymond Raad on medical innovation. Lawrence White on the lawlessness of the Federal Reserve. Jay Richards on Money, Greed, and God.

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Title: Gospel According to Oprah

Author: Marcia Z. Nelson

Narrator: Marguerite Gavin

Format: Unabridged

Length: 4 hrs and 15 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-02-09

Publisher: christianaudio.com

Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Christianity

Publisher's Summary:

Yet unlike many celebrities, Winfrey's is an overwhelmingly and unerringly positive public persona. Here, religion reporter Marcia Nelson explores the spiritual dimensions that are prevalent in all aspects of the Oprah Winfrey media empire. Though Oprah is rarely explicitly religious on her television show or magazine, Nelson points out that there are several major Christian themes that weave through these aspects of her life and work: confession, redemption, healing, mission, forgiveness, and salvation.

Nelson concludes that Oprah is a "compelling spiritual teacher in a spiritually eclectic and ever-practical America." This work will appeal both to Oprah fans and people who are fascinated by the intersection of religion and popular culture.

Members Reviews:

Fun and short read.

When I first saw this at the book sale, I thought it would be by some conservative decrying Oprah's lack of Jesus-talk. Quite the opposite: this author argues that Oprah's lack of expicitly religious language is one of her major successes as a pastoral public figure. Yes, pastoral. Though not a pastor, Oprah melds together an eclectic blend of practical, everyday spiritual teachings on her show. She teaches forgiveness and gratitude, and encourages her audience to practice self-examination (e.g. don't just lose the weight, but ask yourself why you eat emotionally). She does so not by preaching, but by inviting "witnesses" on her show to give "tesimonies." Oprah's roots in a black church inform her way of presenting and occassionally the vocabulary she describes it in, when she does discuss Jesus. And she exudes charm and likeability, especially because she openly talks about her flaws (e.g. weight gain).

Overall, an okay book. I came away with some insights but felt like it lacked some depth. It did give me a new appreciation of Oprah, especially how she has opened up the national dialogue on sex abuse and other womens' issues. It was also a bit dated (2005) so didn't cover the end of her show. It would have also been nice to explore Oprah's attitudes towards religion(s), such as her episode on Catholic nuns. I gave it to my mom (an avowed Oprah fan) to read.

A Force for Good in the World

"The greatest pain in life is to be invisible. What I've learned is that we all just want to be heard." ~ Oprah Winfrey

"The Gospel According to Oprah" is a brief exploration of Oprah's main teachings. Oprah is known for her generosity and compassion. She also explores forgiveness, teaches gratitude and promotes healing. This book helped me to understand why Oprah has such a profound influence on our society and communities around the world.

For the most part, the author had to rely heavily on analysis of Oprah's show. She also read quite a few of Oprah's magazines. She explores fun and serious topics. Like who hasn't tried a soda Oprah recommends in her magazine or read a book she has promoted on her show. Throughout this book, Oprah's wisdom becomes very apparent. She is truly a force for good in the world.

In conclusion, I remember my excitement at finding Oprah's magazine at my local library (they were selling them by the stack).

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Title: Lessons from the Road

Author: Nigel James

Narrator: Nigel James

Format: Unabridged

Length: 4 hrs and 3 mins

Language: English

Release date: 12-15-08

Publisher: Oasis Audio

Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Christianity

Publisher's Summary:

Nigel James, road pastor for Third Day, gives insight into the touring life of one of the top Christian rock bands--the excitement, the homesickness, the relentless schedule, the challenge to stay committed to God's purpose while on the road. Nigel gives a real look at some of the trials that they face. Just because they're members of a rock band on the road doesn't make them exempt from the realities of life.

©2008 Nigel James; (P)2008 Oasis Audio

Members Reviews:

Some good insights into the life of a touring christian rock ...

A quick enjoyable read. Some good insights into the life of a touring christian rock band, with lots of input from the band and some explanations of songs. Worth checking out for Third Day Fans!

Lessons from the Road

I really enjoyed this book. It had special insights to some of Third Day's songs. Also liked the "lessons" from Nigel James. Anyone who loves Third Day will enjoy this book!

Good for fans, get the audio if you can

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I read this as an audiobook, not a kindle or paper book.

This audiobook was a short interesting look into the life of Christian musicians. I picked it up from ChristianAudio (they are the site that gives away a free book once a month.) It was on sale for $5. I am not completely an objective reviewer. My wife's cousin is the wife of the lead singer from Third Day and I have met Nigel James at least once. When I lived in Chicago we were pretty much guaranteed to see Third Day once a year. Since moving to Atlanta almost 4 years ago we have only gone to one concert.

When we were in Chicago we usually were able to spend so time with Mac and some of the guys before or after a show. So I know I met Nigel once briefly, and maybe a second time.

This book is intended for fans. It gives a brief history of the band, some insight into life on the road, a history of how Nigel started being their road pastor, some background on the guys as individuals, background on a few of the songs and some of the bible studies that Nigel has led while on tour.

It is not a real deep book and only is 4 hours long. But it is put together well. Nigel reads (which I always like) and the guys from Third Day read their own quotes and memories. It is a group effort. The production values are a little shaky. (There is one point when you can hear a door slamming a couple times, there is some other background noise and even though it is an mp3 file it still asks you to put in the next CD once an hour.)

But if you are a fan of Third Day (or Christian music in general) it is probably a decent four hour listen. Especially if you find it for $5.

A Look at Life on the Road

I still remember buying my first Third Day album. It was their self-titled debut album and I purchased a cassette copy of the original 9-song album released by Gray Dot Records. It was a bit rougher and, in my mind, a little bit better than the subsequent major-label release a year later. I loved the combination of Mac Powell's voice with the southern rock and occasional bluesy melodies. I remained quite a fan of Third Day until Time or so. While I have since grown a little bit ambivalent about their music, I continue to respect them as a band and as individuals; I admire the fact that they have strayed true to their Christian roots despite finding a great deal of fame and popularity.