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The Playground, the premier young actors' conservatory in Los Angeles and Orange County, is pleased to announce their 2020 summer acting program. Ambitious young actors that want to work on their acting skills are welcomed to The Playground's Los Angeles location on Santa Monica Boulevard and Beverly Glen.

A new heartwarming story and children's book series, Audie Embraces Different, is helping a new generation of children embrace the differences among everyday people and animals. Inspired by six-year-old Ezra, a young boy with Autism, Audie Embraces Different is told through the eyes of Audie, a giraffe that is different and struggling to understand and embrace the diversity around him, and a future life of inclusivity. Young Ezra, who helped create Audie to tell his personal story, personifies Audie to capture what it feels like to be and live differently as a young child with Autism. An emotionally compelling story, Audie, with the help of his giraffe mom, learns that everyone is unique and different in their individual way.

The Shrine of Legends, a new epic fantasy series, has been announced on Kickstarter. A series of upcoming novels delivered to audiences worldwide in eBook, paperback, audiobook, graphic novel, and video formats, development of the action-packed Shrine of Legends series is already underway. The debut novel, Sealing Paths, has advanced into its second draft, and an exciting new story of fantasy adventures, full of fight scenes, deep characters, magic, diplomatic tension, and living world elements, is being professionally written.

UK artist, Bratis, has released his latest tune written to hit a note with listeners who've had a vague love interest that lead to an aching "what if." So basically, that's everybody everywhere. The haunting hit 2020 premiers will first create a buzz in UK venues Bratis plays like The Joiners, The Talking Heads, Heartbreakers, Cargo London, and Suburbia. It's there and other venues like them that the former X Factor Romania 2013 Finalist takes his pop music classically-trained approach to the masses.

An adult science fiction adventure, Babylon's Dream sees humanity pushed to the brink. Closed in their homes, humans become apathetic to social and physical activity while a mysterious floating sphere within Earth's atmosphere, Babylon, appears poised to host all humanity as the fulcrum of life. But with physical access to Babylon impossible, humans find themselves connecting virtually while transferring their consciousness into advanced human-like androids, called Shells. In Shell, humans enjoy a sensory experience in Babylon that allows them to unleash their innermost instincts, impulses, and fantasies – devoid of real-world consequences.

VoiceAmerica, the leader in online media broadcasting and the largest producer and distributor of live internet talk radio, announced the newest podcast episode by Landmark Recovery "Opioid-Free Pain Reduction", with host, Zach Crouch, and guests Dr. Amy Baxter and Jac Charlier, as they discuss the opioid epidemic. The episode played live on July 14th and can be found at Landmark Recovery Radio.

Cynthia Brian received the 2020 Media Awards Silver Medal of Achievement for Journalism Newspaper Article, presented by GardenComm: Garden Communicators International.

VoiceAmerica, the leader in online media broadcasting and the largest producer and distributor of live internet talk radio, today announced the show "UP LIFTING YOU" interview with Ambassador of Joy Barry Shore and guest Peter Taunton as they discuss the magic of Passion.

Embracing ideas of diversity and inclusivity, Alexandria's World, a culturally responsive media company, book series, and curriculum, is ready to go global. A series of books built around the idea of global travel, Alexandria's World: Abu Dhabi Edition takes readers on a multi-cultural journey through the eyes of a young African American child as she travels from place to place.

SeniorStraightTalk, formerly Voices for Eldercare Advocacy, now a Podcast on the Voice America Empowerment Channel, is rebranding with expanded content and topics and welcomes Katie Smith Sloan, a longtime nonprofit leader in aging services and expert on issues related to aging, from federal policy to trends and best practices in quality of care, as the first interview on the new platform.

Events postponed to 2021 due to coronavirus pandemic may run into conflicts and competition as prime date requests overwhelm live entertainment, venues, and more.

An interview with opinions of the noted leaders that contributed to the book discuss the big question of ‘what is next’?

Sounds kind of crazy to eat a boiled peanut, right? Maybe even a little slimy.

Now seeking community support via Kickstarter, a thrilling sci-fi adventure featuring four female space cadets in an unknown galaxy.

VoiceAmerica, the leader in online media broadcasting and the largest producer and distributor of live internet talk radio, announced the newest podcast episode by Landmark Recovery "Opioid Youth", with host, Zach Crouch, and guests Matthew Glowiak, as they discuss the danger of opioid use in children. The episode played live on July 7th and can be found at Landmark Recovery Radio.

While the world is a little unpredictable, Pretty in Paint Parties is doing what it can to help bring a sense of normalcy to the residents of New Jersey and the surrounding areas. For parents who want to plan for a kids' paint party in NJ soon, this establishment offers advanced party bookings.

SwingFest AC is coming back! Last year's kick-off event had such a great turnout that Saints & Sinners has decided to plan another go-around with a full-on annual party weekend scheduled from Friday, August 7th through Sunday, August 9th, 2020. Those associated with the following are encouraged to get a voucher from their respective groups or sign up on the website: Playful Friends, Pour Some Sugar On Me, Seductions Group, and more.

Tuesday July 21st 2020 from 2-3 pm EST Dr. Bruce Lipton will be on Shift Happens! to discuss epigenetics and the placebo effect. We will be discussing how this takes effect under stressful conditions and how master love and harmony. Hint - this is a big part of mastering the placebo effect.

Singer, songwriter, and Christian Pop music artist releases her second single with an uplifting message that gives every reason to look to something greater.

Now Seeking Community Support via Kickstarter, Giada Labrecque is Publishing Her New Book titled ‘Self-Care Solutions @ Work’, along with Two Online Courses!

VoiceAmerica Talk Radio Network, Internet broadcasting pioneer, producing & syndicating online audio & video, today announced that Jonathan Hammond, energy healer & shamanic practitioner, joins Dr. Paula Joyce on Uplift Your Life: Nourishment of the Spirit radio program on the VoiceAmerica Empowerment Channel Thursday, July 2 at 8am Pacific.

Host Maureen Metcalf of Innovating Leadership: Co-creating our future, is interviewed by Christopher Washington, Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs for Franklin University discussing the top shows over the past five years and how those conversations provide insight into navigating the current leadership challenges.

VoiceAmerica, the leader in online media broadcasting and the largest producer and distributor of live internet talk radio, announced the newest podcast episode by Landmark Recovery "Innovations in Trauma and Addiction", with host, Zach Crouch, and guests, Dr. Lisa Najavits and Nancy Campbell, as they discuss the changes that are currently taking place within trauma and addiction. The episode played live on July 1st and can be found at Landmark Recovery Radio. In this episode we are joined by Dr. Lisa Najavits and Nancy Campbell. Dr. Najavits has written multiple books all following the topic of substance abuse including information on "Seeking Safety" which is a treatment model offered at Landmark Recovery. She recently released a book, "Finding Your Best Self" which takes its readers further in to the connection between trauma and addiction. After Dr. Najavits, Nancy Campbell takes over the conversation. Nancy Campbell serves as professor and Head of the Department of Science and Technology Studies taking place at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. She joins us today to discuss her new book, "OD: Naloxone and the Politics of Overdose."

As the summer weather kicks in and the state begins to be more open to gatherings, party lovers have been looking forward to having fun in the sun together after a long few months. Luckily for them, Fun For Everyone is here to offer a plethora of rentals for every size and style of gathering. From food trucks to tents to any party supplies, they have the tools to have a great time.

Today Digigram is releasing its newest addition to the ONE IP audio solution: IQOYA CONNECT, the cloud-based service and platform that addresses radio and TV broadcasters.