5 Minutes of Gratitude (Five Minutes of Gratitude)

• The Gift Of Everyday Sounds

  Ava tunes into the acoustic landscape of daily life—from morning birds to evening quietude. Through conversations with an acoustic ecologist and practices of "deep listening," she explores how sound marks time, carries emotional resonance, creates shared experience, and connects us to our past. The episode examines how we adapt to sound environments, filter acoustic information, and receive constant orientation from our soundscapes. With the affirmation "I listen with attention to the rich acoustic world that surrounds me," listeners are encouraged to discover the symphony playing continuously around them, influencing their experience of place and time.Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed!Subscribe now for exclusive shows like 'Palace Intrigue,' and get bonus content from Deep Crown (our exclusive Palace Insider!) Or get 'Daily Comedy News,' and '5 Good News Stories’ with no commercials! Plans start at $4.99 per month, or save 20% with a yearly plan at $49.99. Join today and help support the show!We now have Merch!  FREE SHIPPING! Check out all the products like T-shirts, mugs, bags, jackets and more with logos and slogans from your favorite shows! Did we mention there’s free shipping? Get 10% off with code NewMerch10 Go to Caloroga.comGet more info from Caloroga Shark Media and if you have any comments, suggestions, or just want to get in touch our email is [email protected]

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• The Gift Of Public Libraries

  Libraries Ava celebrates the democratic spirit and quiet magic of public libraries. Through conversations with a veteran librarian and observations of diverse patrons using library services, she explores how these institutions embody profound optimism about human potential, preserve the possibility of serendipitous discovery, and stand as bulwarks against forces of exclusion and limitation. The episode examines libraries' expanded services beyond book lending and their role in introducing young people to community membership. With the affirmation "I value and support spaces that promote equal access to knowledge," listeners are reminded of what truly belongs to us all.Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed!Subscribe now for exclusive shows like 'Palace Intrigue,' and get bonus content from Deep Crown (our exclusive Palace Insider!) Or get 'Daily Comedy News,' and '5 Good News Stories’ with no commercials! Plans start at $4.99 per month, or save 20% with a yearly plan at $49.99. Join today and help support the show!We now have Merch!  FREE SHIPPING! Check out all the products like T-shirts, mugs, bags, jackets and more with logos and slogans from your favorite shows! Did we mention there’s free shipping? Get 10% off with code NewMerch10 Go to Caloroga.comGet more info from Caloroga Shark Media and if you have any comments, suggestions, or just want to get in touch our email is [email protected]

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• The Gift Of Thresholds

  Ava explores the transitional spaces we cross dozens of times daily without noticing—doorways and other boundary-crossing places. Through conversations with an architect and observations of cultural traditions, she examines how thresholds mark transitions in both space and experience, often carrying ceremonial significance in both everyday and transformative moments. The episode considers technological thresholds, accessible public boundaries, and spiritual traditions that honor liminal spaces. With the affirmation "I move mindfully through life's many thresholds," listeners are invited to bring greater awareness to their daily transitions between different aspects of life.Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed!Subscribe now for exclusive shows like 'Palace Intrigue,' and get bonus content from Deep Crown (our exclusive Palace Insider!) Or get 'Daily Comedy News,' and '5 Good News Stories’ with no commercials! Plans start at $4.99 per month, or save 20% with a yearly plan at $49.99. Join today and help support the show!We now have Merch!  FREE SHIPPING! Check out all the products like T-shirts, mugs, bags, jackets and more with logos and slogans from your favorite shows! Did we mention there’s free shipping? Get 10% off with code NewMerch10 Go to Caloroga.comGet more info from Caloroga Shark Media and if you have any comments, suggestions, or just want to get in touch our email is [email protected]

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• The Gift Of Punctuation

  Ava brings attention to the humble marks that bring clarity and meaning to written words. Through amusing misunderstandings, conversations with a linguistics professor, and observations of different writing styles, she explores how these small symbols create the architecture of written thought, bring emotional resonance to text, and make understanding possible. The episode examines how punctuation creates rhythm in reading and works democratically across all contexts. With the affirmation "I appreciate the small elements that bring clarity to my communication," listeners are encouraged to notice these silent heroes that transform words into meaning.Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed!Subscribe now for exclusive shows like 'Palace Intrigue,' and get bonus content from Deep Crown (our exclusive Palace Insider!) Or get 'Daily Comedy News,' and '5 Good News Stories’ with no commercials! Plans start at $4.99 per month, or save 20% with a yearly plan at $49.99. Join today and help support the show!We now have Merch!  FREE SHIPPING! Check out all the products like T-shirts, mugs, bags, jackets and more with logos and slogans from your favorite shows! Did we mention there’s free shipping? Get 10% off with code NewMerch10 Go to Caloroga.comGet more info from Caloroga Shark Media and if you have any comments, suggestions, or just want to get in touch our email is [email protected]

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• The Gift Of Bridges

  Ava contemplates those remarkable structures—both literal and metaphorical—that connect divided spaces. Through conversations with a structural engineer and personal observations during daily commutes, she explores how bridges transform impossible journeys into everyday routes, serve as powerful cultural metaphors for overcoming division, and become beloved symbols of their communities. The episode examines how bridges affect our movements in fundamental ways we rarely consider until they're unavailable. With the affirmation "I appreciate the connections that allow me to move beyond boundaries," listeners are invited to notice the spanning structures in their own lives.Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed!Subscribe now for exclusive shows like 'Palace Intrigue,' and get bonus content from Deep Crown (our exclusive Palace Insider!) Or get 'Daily Comedy News,' and '5 Good News Stories’ with no commercials! Plans start at $4.99 per month, or save 20% with a yearly plan at $49.99. Join today and help support the show!We now have Merch!  FREE SHIPPING! Check out all the products like T-shirts, mugs, bags, jackets and more with logos and slogans from your favorite shows! Did we mention there’s free shipping? Get 10% off with code NewMerch10 Go to Caloroga.comGet more info from Caloroga Shark Media and if you have any comments, suggestions, or just want to get in touch our email is [email protected]

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