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There Are Hundreds of Practicing Exorcists in the U.S.
A recent survey of modern exorcists reveals a surprising lack of drama in the business of casting out demons.
This Halloween, just shy of the 40th anniversary of the movie The Exorcist, has seen the novel’s author and the movie’s producer, William Peter Blatty, get an extra dollop of the attention he sees around this holiday. Not that people aren’t already obsessed by the subject—The Exorcist remains, in inflation adjusted box office, the most popular R-rated film ever.
At my own Catholic high school, the Christian Brother teachers (yeah, the brandy guys) could be remarkably post-Vatican II flip and modern about most things doctrinal, but they got sober really fast about not messing around with demon-y things. Their sudden seriousness always made me wonder if they knew something. Every once in a while, I still wonder about that.
I’m not the only one. Writing last year in The Journal of Christian Ministry, University of Kentucky psychometrician Kenneth D. Royal described his survey of modern American exorcists.
Those last three words, outside of Hollywood, might sound like an oxymoron. Beside the odd story about some loony parents whose child dies while the ham-handed cast out demons, surely any instance of demonic possession is just a certain kind of psychological malady, and exorcism just a ridiculous exercise. If somebody’s better after an exorcism, light a candle to Saint Placebo. Plus, garden-variety evil seems to be doing a damned good job without extra-curricular shenanigans.
In such cases good communication with priests is recommended, but we are surprised that in 21st century and in Europe, there are still experts and clerics who believe that some types of schizophrenia are due to demonic possession. Our intention was to ask an expert cleric from the Madrid archdiocese to try to convince the patient that her symptoms were due to a mental disorder, in an effort to improve her insight. To our surprise, clerics assumed that the patient's psychotic symptoms were due to a malign presence.
In the U.S., exorcism takes on a mostly Christian cast, although evennon-Abrahamic religions recognize the practice. The bias here is probably because culturally we’re mostly Christian and the New Testament is chock full of demons being cast out, usually by Jesus but sometimes by his followers in his name. But there are demons in the Old Testament, too, and in Jesus’ day casting them out was a recognized job in the Jewish community. Professional exorcists also were acknowledged in the early days of the Christian church.
Two millennia later, in 1972, Pope Paul VI abolished the minor order of exorcist, but that was more of a human resources reshuffling of roles (porter and catechist also got the papal boot) than a statement that exorcism was passé. Nonetheless, in 1999 the Vatican updated its 300-plus-year-old exorcism regulations and said an allegedly possessed person should be given a thorough medical and psychological exam before phoning the Jesuit hotline.
Between talking with Christian leaders, authors of texts on exorcism, and an Internet posting, Royal was able to reach out to 316 (!) American exorcists. Some 170 answered his survey. Fifteen of these 170 took part in an additional personal interview. Most of the larger set were men, most were Protestant (all the big denominations, including the so-called mainline ones, were represented), and most had “set demonized people free” between 11 and 1,000 times.
Furthermore, most practicing exorcists (but not Catholic ones) believe that “any mature Christian” has the necessary authority to cast out demons.
Nonetheless, fasting, along with being patient and humble, were seen as necessary or at least useful preparations for the casting out. “Satan," One interviewee told Royal, "has no equipment to fight humility.” That might be a useful prescription for fighting any sort of devil these days.
Who Wants a Christian America?
A look at the results of a recent YouGov survey.
The went-to-heaven-and-back genre is more popular than ever, but Biblical scholar N.T. Wright's recent book argues that this cultural conception of heaven has little basis in scripture.
We all have rituals for confronting the dark. Here’s what happened when my father met a literal demon.
Maybe not, but they should offend most passengers.
As the U.S. military today begins allowing gay service members to no longer hide their sexuality, we look at the various academic and empirical studies that surround the issue.

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There Are Hundreds of Practicing Exorcists in the U.S.
 A recent survey of modern exorcists reveals a surprising lack of drama in the business of casting out demons .
 This Halloween , just shy of the 40th anniversary of the movie The Exorcist , has seen the novel ’s author and the movie ’s producer , William Peter Blatty , get an extra dollop of the attention he sees around this holiday . Not that people are n’t already obsessed by the subject — The Exorcist remains , in inflation adjusted box office , the most popular R - rated film ever .
 At my own Catholic high school , the Christian Brother teachers ( yeah , the brandy guys ) could be remarkably post - Vatican II flip and modern about most things doctrinal , but they got sober really fast about not messing around with demon - y things . Their sudden seriousness always made me wonder if they knew something . Every once in a while , I still wonder about that .
 I ’m not the only one . Writing last year in The Journal of Christian Ministry , University of Kentucky psychometrician Kenneth D. Royal described his survey of modern American exorcists .
 Those last three words , outside of Hollywood , might sound like an oxymoron . Beside the odd story about some loony parents whose child dies while the ham - handed cast out demons , surely any instance of demonic possession is just a certain kind of psychological malady , and exorcism just a ridiculous exercise . If somebody ’s better after an exorcism , light a candle to Saint Placebo . Plus , garden - variety evil seems to be doing a damned good job without extra - curricular shenanigans .
 In such cases good communication with priests is recommended , but we are surprised that in 21st century and in Europe , there are still experts and clerics who believe that some types of schizophrenia are due to demonic possession . Our intention was to ask an expert cleric from the Madrid archdiocese to try to convince the patient that her symptoms were due to a mental disorder , in an effort to improve her insight . To our surprise , clerics assumed that the patient's psychotic symptoms were due to a malign presence .
 In the U.S. , exorcism takes on a mostly Christian cast , although evennon - Abrahamic religions recognize the practice . The bias here is probably because culturally we ’re mostly Christian and the New Testament is chock full of demons being cast out , usually by Jesus but sometimes by his followers in his name . But there are demons in the Old Testament , too , and in Jesus ’ day casting them out was a recognized job in the Jewish community . Professional exorcists also were acknowledged in the early days of the Christian church .
 Two millennia later , in 1972 , Pope Paul VI abolished the minor order of exorcist , but that was more of a human resources reshuffling of roles ( porter and catechist also got the papal boot ) than a statement that exorcism was passé . Nonetheless , in 1999 the Vatican updated its 300 - plus - year - old exorcism regulations and said an allegedly possessed person should be given a thorough medical and psychological exam before phoning the Jesuit hotline .
 Between talking with Christian leaders , authors of texts on exorcism , and an Internet posting , Royal was able to reach out to 316 ( ! ) American exorcists . Some 170 answered his survey . Fifteen of these 170 took part in an additional personal interview . Most of the larger set were men , most were Protestant ( all the big denominations , including the so - called mainline ones , were represented ) , and most had “ set demonized people free ” between 11 and 1,000 times .
 Furthermore , most practicing exorcists ( but not Catholic ones ) believe that “ any mature Christian ” has the necessary authority to cast out demons .
 Nonetheless , fasting , along with being patient and humble , were seen as necessary or at least useful preparations for the casting out . “ Satan , " One interviewee told Royal , " has no equipment to fight humility . ” That might be a useful prescription for fighting any sort of devil these days .
 Who Wants a Christian America ?
 A look at the results of a recent YouGov survey .
 The went - to - heaven - and - back genre is more popular than ever , but Biblical scholar N.T. Wright 's recent book argues that this cultural conception of heaven has little basis in scripture .
 We all have rituals for confronting the dark . Here ’s what happened when my father met a literal demon .
 Maybe not , but they should offend most passengers .
 As the U.S. military today begins allowing gay service members to no longer hide their sexuality , we look at the various academic and empirical studies that surround the issue .


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Over the past month, there has been a major debate surrounding the revision and selection process of our events at the 2024 Summer Olympic Games. With the upcoming Board meeting, I would like to take this opportunity to provide some clarification and share with you my personal point of view on this matter.
First, I want to discuss the process. It seems that there are some who question our process and make unsubstantiated statements, for example “It seems to me that Sailing has lost confidence in itself and like an insecure overachiever is scrambling...”. From my perspective these statements have no merit and I am very confident that Sailing is progressing in a positive way. In fact, I would proudly say that for the first time in the history of World Sailing, there is a regulation in place challenging the World Sailing Council to stay competitive by undertaking a strategic review. And within this regulation, a clear framework and timing has been outlined to ensure that progress continues to be made.
Given that this is the first time the World Sailing Council has had to address this challenge, only one area was missing: the strategic consideration of events and equipment for the future of sailing. In order to address this missing piece, last November at our annual meeting and as part of World Sailing’s strategic review, the Board made three submissions concerning the future of sailing in terms of events and equipment. All three were voted on and approved by the majority of the members and together with the recommendations on the five events to be reviewed, the three submissions are forming the framework for the decision process according to World Sailing regulations. We are clearly not having any confidence issues, but a lot of options to be decided upon for the future of our sport.
Second, I want to address comments made with regards to media and audience e.g. “sailing has never been a spectator’s sport”. These kinds of comments have recently appeared as part of the Events evaluation and I have a hard time understanding the reasoning for these statements as part of the events selection process.
Let me be clear, I see our sports presentation as being very important. And yes, in the past we have not used the opportunities given to us by new media, but this is changing. Again, for the first time ever, World Sailing now has a clear plan on how to present our sport using new media and new technology. The World Sailing team has been working very hard in building a strong communication plan that will enhance the distribution of our sport at all levels and Tokyo 2020 will have a much improved platform. By using new media and new technologies such as SAP Analytics, sailors can have a better understanding of their performance at all times. Furthermore, new technologies make our sport more accessible and understandable to newcomers and therefore increase our audience. Already, the feed from our World Cup Series Rounds and Final are distributed to 36 broadcasters which has resulted in 2017 in more than 3,834 hours of live, delayed, highlight, repeat and news coverage being broadcast across 195 nations in all 6 continents.
Third, in discussing the revision process of events, - one design and manufactured one design has been made a major issue. Accusations about one or the other being more fair or better than the other solution.
Our sport is equipment driven, which is leading to a lot of politics being played when voting on new Olympic equipment. There is a trend to favour manufactured one design equipment (believing this will secure a level playing field). However, when it comes to Olympic level sailing, more funding naturally gives more possibilities to some nations to buy more equipment and thus optimizing the manufacturing tolerances to optimize the fit of the boat to the athlete/team. On the other hand, equipment built by several builders gives the freedom to customize, making the testing and customization a driving cost factor.
Looking at history, there is no clear answer on cost vs a total level playing field for equipment. The cost of a sailor’s Olympic campaign is expensive, as there are cost elements far bigger than equipment being addressed. However, if we look at the longevity of our sport going forward and the benefits to our sport on all levels and the increasing importance of sustainability, our main concern should be the quality and longevity of equipment. I believe that this is the reason for tightening quality control as part of the new Olympic classes contract being implemented.
Fourth, I want to address the EU competition law that relates to equipment issues as this is subject with a lot of debate within the Sailing world. I can assure you that the Board is taking this extremely seriously and several measures are being taken to review this complex area.
Currently World Sailing has revised the contracts with our Olympic equipment manufacturers, however, the issue we are facing is that when selecting equipment for a discipline we are in fact granting exclusivity in favour of the equipment chosen as other Classes fitting the discipline are not able to compete in getting access to the discipline for a long period. The new changes in the Regulations allow for a retendering process every eight years – opening the discipline up for the possibility of new equipment and leaving the decision after an evaluation for the Council to decide whether or not to keep the equipment being used. Again, just to be clear, the issue we are addressing at our mid-year meeting in May, is focused only on the selection of the new events to be added to the 2024 Olympic programme – all decisions related to equipment will be made in November.
Fifth, is the subject of the IOC. In debates around the sailing world, it has been mentioned that the IOC is demanding change. I must say that this is not the case. The review of Olympic events is motivated by our own World Sailing regulations, however, the IOC Agenda 2020 should be seen as a source of inspiration and guidance.
While there have been different articles indicating that the “Olympic Movement has lost its way”, I have found this to be contrary to all of our dealings with the IOC. They are taking the future development of the Olympic Games concept and host venues very seriously, and are providing support and advice to International Federations based on proven data and studies. As a sport governing body, it is our role to process all this information and adapt it to our sport.
Now, with those debates put to rest, I want to focus on our goals and objectives for the future. Considering the challenges Sailing is facing when “competing” with other sports, we should have two clear objectives in mind: to be attractive to new sailors and to reduce the dropout rate among teenagers, high schoolers and university level students.
Sailing is a global sport and benefits from a long history and legacy across all continents. One way to keep bringing positive developments to our sport on all levels in all countries is to be focused on core global goals. In order to do that, I see the main actions going forward focused on the following: Improving our gender balance, attracting and capturing the interest of youth and growing our global audience.
I believe that the vision for the Olympic sports presentation of sailing should offer the best possible value to Sailing and strengthen the position of Sailing within the Olympic Games, including both universal events and events that showcase diversity and innovation of sailing.
Looking forward to the decision in May, the selection regarding the future events for the 2024 Olympic Games should strongly be dependent on whether the suggested event is relevant for the Olympic programme, whether it fulfills our mission and whether it positively impacts our goals. By exercising the revision of the five events in question and applying the three submissions approved by a big majority at our annual meeting last November, this will undoubtedly put some of the traditional events under pressure. That said any decision to develop the sport will never come easy, but we must think about what is best for the future development of our sport. The current trends show that Olympic classes are weakening at the national level and losing Olympic status for a class in many instances increases the activity level at the national level – to the benefit of sailing in general.
Today with the guidance of the IOC Agenda 2020 we actually have a new option: creating a new mixed Olympic event for the strong traditional Olympic classes instead of maintaining the status quo with traditional women’s and men’s disciplines.
Some may ask the question: will the traditional events grow at the national level? I believe they will. A Class will maintain Olympic status and at the same time introduce a new discipline. It will most likely create the first multi-medals at the World Championship and continental level in our sport but it will be anchored in strong classes rooted worldwide. Furthermore, it will send a strong signal to young and new sailors that sailing as a sport has a clear pathway that is not only well defined for each separate gender but also mixed. Therefore, I believe that the Olympic programme in 2024 should have four mixed events creating a strong platform supporting the change for improving the gender balance throughout our sport. By having four mixed events we will become more inclusive and still being able to accommodate different nationalities, religions and cultural backgrounds in our ten Olympic events.
To accommodate the submission for a broader representation of physiques for women and men, we should evaluate two possibilities for dealing with the issue.
The introduction of a new Offshore mixed event will be showcasing a major part of our sport, making a strong statement that 70.8% of the global surface is the field of play for Sailing. This event option will also secure interest at the grassroots to encourage youth to stay in our sport when being introduced to keelboat- and endurance racing.
The introduction of having two single-handed technical disciplines facilitating one event for women covering the representation of an average weight of 50kg and an event for men representing a weight range above 90 kg. These event options in combination with existing events will secure the fulfillment of a broad representation of physique for men and women. Furthermore, this new event will facilitate the growth of women’s sailing worldwide.
To conclude, understandably a major concern from MNA’s is linked to equipment costs. However, while we look at the option given in the framework, there are clearly slates of events making it possible to maintain the existing equipment. This can be done through the inclusion of “new” mixed events and only adding new equipment for two events (one possibility to be Kite which is relatively cost efficient). From my perspective, maintaining existing equipment and at the same time develop the presentation of our sport should be our highest priority.
The decision to be taken at the upcoming council meeting in May is important for the future of sailing; and I am confident that in the end we will have a strong final slate of 10 events and a well rooted sports presentation going forward.

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Over the past month , there has been a major debate surrounding the revision and selection process of our events at the 2024 Summer Olympic Games . With the upcoming Board meeting , I would like to take this opportunity to provide some clarification and share with you my personal point of view on this matter .
 First , I want to discuss the process . It seems that there are some who question our process and make unsubstantiated statements , for example “ It seems to me that Sailing has lost confidence in itself and like an insecure overachiever is scrambling ... ” . From my perspective these statements have no merit and I am very confident that Sailing is progressing in a positive way . In fact , I would proudly say that for the first time in the history of World Sailing , there is a regulation in place challenging the World Sailing Council to stay competitive by undertaking a strategic review . And within this regulation , a clear framework and timing has been outlined to ensure that progress continues to be made .
 Given that this is the first time the World Sailing Council has had to address this challenge , only one area was missing : the strategic consideration of events and equipment for the future of sailing . In order to address this missing piece , last November at our annual meeting and as part of World Sailing ’s strategic review , the Board made three submissions concerning the future of sailing in terms of events and equipment . All three were voted on and approved by the majority of the members and together with the recommendations on the five events to be reviewed , the three submissions are forming the framework for the decision process according to World Sailing regulations . We are clearly not having any confidence issues , but a lot of options to be decided upon for the future of our sport .
 Second , I want to address comments made with regards to media and audience e.g. “ sailing has never been a spectator ’s sport ” . These kinds of comments have recently appeared as part of the Events evaluation and I have a hard time understanding the reasoning for these statements as part of the events selection process .
 Let me be clear , I see our sports presentation as being very important . And yes , in the past we have not used the opportunities given to us by new media , but this is changing . Again , for the first time ever , World Sailing now has a clear plan on how to present our sport using new media and new technology . The World Sailing team has been working very hard in building a strong communication plan that will enhance the distribution of our sport at all levels and Tokyo 2020 will have a much improved platform . By using new media and new technologies such as SAP Analytics , sailors can have a better understanding of their performance at all times . Furthermore , new technologies make our sport more accessible and understandable to newcomers and therefore increase our audience . Already , the feed from our World Cup Series Rounds and Final are distributed to 36 broadcasters which has resulted in 2017 in more than 3,834 hours of live , delayed , highlight , repeat and news coverage being broadcast across 195 nations in all 6 continents .
 Third , in discussing the revision process of events , - one design and manufactured one design has been made a major issue . Accusations about one or the other being more fair or better than the other solution .
 Our sport is equipment driven , which is leading to a lot of politics being played when voting on new Olympic equipment . There is a trend to favour manufactured one design equipment ( believing this will secure a level playing field ) . However , when it comes to Olympic level sailing , more funding naturally gives more possibilities to some nations to buy more equipment and thus optimizing the manufacturing tolerances to optimize the fit of the boat to the athlete / team . On the other hand , equipment built by several builders gives the freedom to customize , making the testing and customization a driving cost factor .
 Looking at history , there is no clear answer on cost vs a total level playing field for equipment . The cost of a sailor ’s Olympic campaign is expensive , as there are cost elements far bigger than equipment being addressed . However , if we look at the longevity of our sport going forward and the benefits to our sport on all levels and the increasing importance of sustainability , our main concern should be the quality and longevity of equipment . I believe that this is the reason for tightening quality control as part of the new Olympic classes contract being implemented .
 Fourth , I want to address the EU competition law that relates to equipment issues as this is subject with a lot of debate within the Sailing world . I can assure you that the Board is taking this extremely seriously and several measures are being taken to review this complex area .
 Currently World Sailing has revised the contracts with our Olympic equipment manufacturers , however , the issue we are facing is that when selecting equipment for a discipline we are in fact granting exclusivity in favour of the equipment chosen as other Classes fitting the discipline are not able to compete in getting access to the discipline for a long period . The new changes in the Regulations allow for a retendering process every eight years – opening the discipline up for the possibility of new equipment and leaving the decision after an evaluation for the Council to decide whether or not to keep the equipment being used . Again , just to be clear , the issue we are addressing at our mid - year meeting in May , is focused only on the selection of the new events to be added to the 2024 Olympic programme – all decisions related to equipment will be made in November .
 Fifth , is the subject of the IOC . In debates around the sailing world , it has been mentioned that the IOC is demanding change . I must say that this is not the case . The review of Olympic events is motivated by our own World Sailing regulations , however , the IOC Agenda 2020 should be seen as a source of inspiration and guidance .
 While there have been different articles indicating that the “ Olympic Movement has lost its way ” , I have found this to be contrary to all of our dealings with the IOC . They are taking the future development of the Olympic Games concept and host venues very seriously , and are providing support and advice to International Federations based on proven data and studies . As a sport governing body , it is our role to process all this information and adapt it to our sport .
 Now , with those debates put to rest , I want to focus on our goals and objectives for the future . Considering the challenges Sailing is facing when “ competing ” with other sports , we should have two clear objectives in mind : to be attractive to new sailors and to reduce the dropout rate among teenagers , high schoolers and university level students .
 Sailing is a global sport and benefits from a long history and legacy across all continents . One way to keep bringing positive developments to our sport on all levels in all countries is to be focused on core global goals . In order to do that , I see the main actions going forward focused on the following : Improving our gender balance , attracting and capturing the interest of youth and growing our global audience .
 I believe that the vision for the Olympic sports presentation of sailing should offer the best possible value to Sailing and strengthen the position of Sailing within the Olympic Games , including both universal events and events that showcase diversity and innovation of sailing .
 Looking forward to the decision in May , the selection regarding the future events for the 2024 Olympic Games should strongly be dependent on whether the suggested event is relevant for the Olympic programme , whether it fulfills our mission and whether it positively impacts our goals . By exercising the revision of the five events in question and applying the three submissions approved by a big majority at our annual meeting last November , this will undoubtedly put some of the traditional events under pressure . That said any decision to develop the sport will never come easy , but we must think about what is best for the future development of our sport . The current trends show that Olympic classes are weakening at the national level and losing Olympic status for a class in many instances increases the activity level at the national level – to the benefit of sailing in general .
 Today with the guidance of the IOC Agenda 2020 we actually have a new option : creating a new mixed Olympic event for the strong traditional Olympic classes instead of maintaining the status quo with traditional women ’s and men ’s disciplines .
 Some may ask the question : will the traditional events grow at the national level ? I believe they will . A Class will maintain Olympic status and at the same time introduce a new discipline . It will most likely create the first multi - medals at the World Championship and continental level in our sport but it will be anchored in strong classes rooted worldwide . Furthermore , it will send a strong signal to young and new sailors that sailing as a sport has a clear pathway that is not only well defined for each separate gender but also mixed . Therefore , I believe that the Olympic programme in 2024 should have four mixed events creating a strong platform supporting the change for improving the gender balance throughout our sport . By having four mixed events we will become more inclusive and still being able to accommodate different nationalities , religions and cultural backgrounds in our ten Olympic events .
 To accommodate the submission for a broader representation of physiques for women and men , we should evaluate two possibilities for dealing with the issue .
 The introduction of a new Offshore mixed event will be showcasing a major part of our sport , making a strong statement that 70.8 % of the global surface is the field of play for Sailing . This event option will also secure interest at the grassroots to encourage youth to stay in our sport when being introduced to keelboat- and endurance racing .
 The introduction of having two single - handed technical disciplines facilitating one event for women covering the representation of an average weight of 50 kg and an event for men representing a weight range above 90 kg . These event options in combination with existing events will secure the fulfillment of a broad representation of physique for men and women . Furthermore , this new event will facilitate the growth of women ’s sailing worldwide .
 To conclude , understandably a major concern from MNA ’s is linked to equipment costs . However , while we look at the option given in the framework , there are clearly slates of events making it possible to maintain the existing equipment . This can be done through the inclusion of “ new ” mixed events and only adding new equipment for two events ( one possibility to be Kite which is relatively cost efficient ) . From my perspective , maintaining existing equipment and at the same time develop the presentation of our sport should be our highest priority .
 The decision to be taken at the upcoming council meeting in May is important for the future of sailing ; and I am confident that in the end we will have a strong final slate of 10 events and a well rooted sports presentation going forward .


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Alternatively, you can get in touch with us via our Contact form on the BNOS website.
BNOS’ nominated Data Controller is the collective of BNOS Council. Details of current Council members can be found on our website.
Amended versions of this policy will be posted directly to our website with the date of update clearly displayed.

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In order to carry out some of our activities , the British Neuro - oncology Society ( BNOS ) collects certain types of data .
 This policy expands upon our previous data protection notices to incorporate changes to data protection requirements introduced by the General Data Protection Regulation ( GDPR ) , effective from 25 May 2018 .
 Within the context of this policy , the terms ‘ we ’ , ‘ us ’ and ‘ our ’ refer to BNOS .
 This policy outlines how BNOS collects , stores and processes any personal information . BNOS has a legal duty to ensure that we process personal data in a way that is fair , safe and secure , in accordance with the GDPR . We will not share your personal information with anybody else without your knowledge , unless we are required by law to do so .
 The types of personal data we collect , our legitimate interests for such data collection , and how we use this data is described in the section below .
 The IP addresses of visitors to our website : using Google Analytics , this data informs us of how our website is used . This data does not identify any individual . Please visit Google Analytics Cookie Usage on Websites for more information , and to access Google Analytics privacy document . You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking any part of your visit to our web pages by disabling cookies on your internet browser .
 Annual conference evaluation feedback : This is collected from those attending our annual conference , collated into anonymised aggregate data , and used internally to examine patterns of feedback and to inform the planning of the subsequent year ’s conference .
 Your data will only be used for the purposes described at the point that you submit it , or as detailed within this policy .
 Prior to our annual conference , BNOS invites abstract submissions for consideration of awarding the opportunity to present a poster / oral presentation at the conference .
 Abstracts are submitted securely via ExOrdo . ExOrdo ’s privacy details can be found here .
 As part of the process , applicants will be required to submit some personal data including name and email address . These details will only be used by us to verify the application submission , to make contact with the individual(s ) making the submission regarding application status , and/or to gather further information if / as required .
 Abstract submission data is kept for 12 months then deleted .
 Shortlisted abstracts will be collated for display on our website ; and in the Oxford University Press ( OUP ) online publication , Neuro - Oncology . Published abstracts will include author name(s ) , and no other personal data .
 BNOS will , from time to time , seek applications to join Council . Applicants will be requested to provide a CV and supporting statement ; plus two nominations . Applicants will need to provide contact details which will only be used by us to make contact regarding the status of the application , or to gather more information if / as required .
 All application data is stored securely and retained for 12 months , then deleted . Data is kept for this period of time in the event that any individual requests to discuss or contest the outcome of their application .
 Prior to our annual conference , BNOS welcomes applications for Bursaries – an award which is made to assist those successful with the cost of conference attendance / associated costs .
 Bursary applicants are required to provide a letter of support and CV .
 Similarly , those wishing to apply for the YIA award will be required to provide a summary of research , relevant papers , CV , plus a letter of support from a BNOS member .
 In both cases , applicants will need to provide contact details , which will only be used by us to make contact appropriate to the application .
 Our website offers the facility to contact us via an online form . This form requests completion of details including your name , email address , organisation , and query / message details .
 The data provided is collated into an email which is sent to the BNOS Administrator . None of the data provided when completing the online contact form is stored by the website .
 Those who wish to request a CPD certificate following our annual conference can submit a request via our post evaluation meeting questionnaire . Personal details submitted for this purpose will only be used to create and send the certificate to the individual , and for no other purpose .
 Individual data relating to CPD will be stored for six months after the annual conference date , in the event that a replacement certificate is required . A delegate attendance list will be maintained for as long as required by the external body providing the CPD approval of the annual conference .
 The mailing list data is maintained by Data Processor , Jenny Loughlin . All individuals on this mailing list have provided consent , consent most recently being sought prior to the GDPR implementation date of 25 May 2018 .
 BNOS will review this list every three years and carry out consent update exercises accordingly .
 If you are on our mailing list and wish to be removed , please contact us directly by email .
 Additionally , do please email us if you would like to be added to our mailing list .
 In order to apply for membership you will be asked to submit some personal information , including : your name , position , place of work , address , postcode , telephone number and email address .
 Personal data provided by our members via the online membership subscription form is stored electronically in our website database . We never share this database with any other parties and we will hold your personal information for up to three years .
 If you wish to opt - out of BNOS holding your personal data electronically on our membership database , please complete our online Request to remove data records form , or email us .
 The online membership system is linked to an account BNOS has set up with Stripe , for the sole purpose of processing payments . No card payment details are recorded by the BNOS website , and BNOS does not have access to , or store any payment details within our own systems . Payment details that are entered are encrypted , ensuring users a higher level of security .
 BNOS will , with permission , take photographs at our annual conference for use on our website and other publicity material . Delegates will be requested , when arriving for conference registration , to indicate whether they are happy to provide consent for the taking and using of photographs for the purposes outlined .
 If any of your data changes , do please contact us as soon as you are able to , so that our records may be kept up to date .
 We may from time to time request that you confirm or update the details we hold for you , to ensure that the data we hold remains accurate .
 As Data Subject ( termed by the GDPR as ‘ Natural Person ’ ) you have the right if you wish to request what data we hold for you . This is called a Subject Access Request ( SAR ) . To make such a request , please contact us . There is no charge for making a request , and BNOS will respond within one month as set out by GDPR guidelines . We will need to validate any request before responding .
 You also have the right to request that data we hold is amended ; or that your data is deleted . Additionally , you may request a restriction on the processing of your data . For example , whilst you may consent to BNOS holding your data for the purposes of administering your membership , you may wish to opt out of generic email updates about events etc .
 For any queries about / or to exercise your rights , please contact us by email .
 BNOS takes precautions to ensure that any data disclosed to us is kept secure , accurate , up to date , and only kept for as long as it is needed for the purposes of its use .
 Data is stored using password protection systems , and only authorised personnel can access this data .
 BNOS members are responsible for keeping their own username and password details confidential .
 BNOS will never share any personal data held with any third party other than any organisations named in this policy for the purposes described .
 Our website may , from time to time , contain links to other websites . BNOS is not responsible for the privacy policies or practices of these websites . It is your responsibility to check the policies of these sites prior to submitting any personal data .
 Alternatively , you can get in touch with us via our Contact form on the BNOS website .
 BNOS ’ nominated Data Controller is the collective of BNOS Council . Details of current Council members can be found on our website .
 Amended versions of this policy will be posted directly to our website with the date of update clearly displayed .


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Bowling is a relatively safe sport, but bowling safety still must be considered at all times. We want your stay with us to be fun, so we think that these tips will get you safely into the game!
We want you to have an excellent time while bowling! For everyone to have an equally great time please follow our recommended bowling etiquette guidelines.
Before performing any physical activities, bowling included, it is essential to warm up your muscles. Because of the repetitive nature of the sport and varying weight of the balls, it is possible for the muscles and joints to become strained.
Congratulations to all of the School District 43 (#SD43) students who participated in the very first Coquitlam Public Library Science Expo. Zone Bowling Coquitlam was happy to contribute the "Science Expo Achievement Award" as one of the prizes for the top winners and free game bowling passes to the remaining participants.

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Bowling is a relatively safe sport , but bowling safety still must be considered at all times . We want your stay with us to be fun , so we think that these tips will get you safely into the game !
 We want you to have an excellent time while bowling ! For everyone to have an equally great time please follow our recommended bowling etiquette guidelines .
 Before performing any physical activities , bowling included , it is essential to warm up your muscles . Because of the repetitive nature of the sport and varying weight of the balls , it is possible for the muscles and joints to become strained .
 Congratulations to all of the School District 43 ( # SD43 ) students who participated in the very first Coquitlam Public Library Science Expo . Zone Bowling Coquitlam was happy to contribute the " Science Expo Achievement Award " as one of the prizes for the top winners and free game bowling passes to the remaining participants .


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Therapeutic rapport is an essential part of a healthy therapist-client relationship, leaving the client feeling safe and respected so that therapy can be successful.
Therapeutic rapport refers to the empathic (caring) and shared understanding of issues between a therapist and a client. It implies a team approach to management of these issues in contrast to an adversarial approach. With good therapeutic rapport, a client feels his therapist "has his back" in a way the allows him to face difficult-to-face problems. Likewise, the therapist in a setting with good therapeutic rapport feels respected in a way which allows her to speak clearly and freely.
The goal of developing a good rapport is to improve your chances for a successful outcome, along with developing mutual trust and respect, to foster an environment in which you, the client, feel safe.
To develop a good rapport, your therapist must, among other things, demonstrate empathy and understanding. Therapeutic rapport is a cornerstone of some forms of psychotherapy, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, which is common in phobia treatment.
In order to develop a therapeutic rapport, you need to feel confident that your therapist is an expert who is developing a treatment plan designed to meet the needs of your specific case.
How will you know if your therapist is taking the time to conceptualize your case?
From your very first session, she should assess the difficulties you currently have. She will help you create a problem list and begin to prioritize that with you.
During the first few sessions, your therapist should outline her treatment plan for you and ask if it's acceptable to you. She should revisit the plan in future sessions and consult with you about necessary modifications.
Your treatment plan should include goals and benchmarks, so it's easier to self-report and assess your own progress.
Genuineness is one of the ways your therapist can develop a healthy rapport with you. When she is genuine, it allows you to see her as a human being, not just a mental health professional. If you see her as being genuine, you are more likely to positively receive critical feedback about your progress.
Provide supportive nonverbal cues, including eye contact and nodding in agreement.
Give feedback in the moment, rather than in a later session.
Encourage you to be active and feel empowered in regards to your treatment plan.
Shows your therapist cares about what you think and values your input.
Gives you space to bring up anything that's bothering you about your treatment and individual sessions. If you sense that your therapist is genuine, you will also realize that therapists are human and aren't perfect. Keep in mind that everyone is different, and what works in a treatment plan for one person may not work for you. One of the ways in which your therapist can recognize your uniqueness is by providing feedback about anything that doesn't seem to be working for you as an individual.
Encourages teamwork between the two of you.
Allows your therapist to repair any damage to your therapeutic relationship, whether it's real or perceived.
When your child is in therapy, his therapist should develop a good rapport with the parents or guardian as well.
Anxiety disorders, such as social phobia, agoraphobia, and specific phobia, are highly treatable and the most frequently diagnosed class of mental health issues in adolescents and children. Phobia is most commonly treated with cognitive behavior therapy techniques, which emphasize the import of the healthy therapeutic relationship for a successful outcome.
With the advent of online and telephone options for therapy, the importance of therapeutic rapport is just as important, but more difficult to develop and assess. We know from history, that typed messages (think Facebook misunderstandings) and communications on the phone are more difficult to interpret since neither the client nor the therapist can visualize important body language clues. Keep this in mind if you are considering distance therapy and ask a potential therapist how she works with this issue.
Just as there are some painters who may a better job painting your house, there are some therapists that do a better job of establishing rapport. Yet, based on the definition of rapport, this effort is two-sided and requires effort on the part of both the therapist and the client.
That said, personality can play a large role in developing rapport with your therapist. Even if a therapist is very compassionate and a client is very motivated to address her mental health issues, there are times when personalities simply don't mix. If you find yourself in this category, don't fret. It doesn't mean that you chose a bad therapist or that you have failed in your attempt to get help. There are many good therapists out there, and just as you may need to interview a few home decorators to see which one matches your personality best, you may need to talk to more than one therapist before you find the one who can best help you work through and cope with any mental health issues.
Bachelor, A., Clients' and Therapists' Views of the Therapeutic Alliance: Similarities, Differences and Relationship to Therapy Outcome. Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy. 2013. 20(2):118-35.
Holdsworth, E., Bowen, E., Brown, S., and D. Howat. Client Engagement in Psychotherapeutic Treatment and Association with Client Characteristics, Therapist Characteristics, and Treatment Factors. Clinical Psychology Revew. 2014. 34(5):428-50.
Nissen-Lie, J., Havik, O., Hogeland, P., Ronnestad, M., and J. Monsen. Patient and Therapist Perspectives on Alliance Development: Therapists' Practice Experiences as Predictors. Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy. 2015. 22(4):317-27.

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Therapeutic rapport is an essential part of a healthy therapist - client relationship , leaving the client feeling safe and respected so that therapy can be successful .
 Therapeutic rapport refers to the empathic ( caring ) and shared understanding of issues between a therapist and a client . It implies a team approach to management of these issues in contrast to an adversarial approach . With good therapeutic rapport , a client feels his therapist " has his back " in a way the allows him to face difficult - to - face problems . Likewise , the therapist in a setting with good therapeutic rapport feels respected in a way which allows her to speak clearly and freely .
 The goal of developing a good rapport is to improve your chances for a successful outcome , along with developing mutual trust and respect , to foster an environment in which you , the client , feel safe .
 To develop a good rapport , your therapist must , among other things , demonstrate empathy and understanding . Therapeutic rapport is a cornerstone of some forms of psychotherapy , including cognitive - behavioral therapy , which is common in phobia treatment .
 In order to develop a therapeutic rapport , you need to feel confident that your therapist is an expert who is developing a treatment plan designed to meet the needs of your specific case .
 How will you know if your therapist is taking the time to conceptualize your case ?
 From your very first session , she should assess the difficulties you currently have . She will help you create a problem list and begin to prioritize that with you .
 During the first few sessions , your therapist should outline her treatment plan for you and ask if it 's acceptable to you . She should revisit the plan in future sessions and consult with you about necessary modifications .
 Your treatment plan should include goals and benchmarks , so it 's easier to self - report and assess your own progress .
 Genuineness is one of the ways your therapist can develop a healthy rapport with you . When she is genuine , it allows you to see her as a human being , not just a mental health professional . If you see her as being genuine , you are more likely to positively receive critical feedback about your progress .
 Provide supportive nonverbal cues , including eye contact and nodding in agreement .
 Give feedback in the moment , rather than in a later session .
 Encourage you to be active and feel empowered in regards to your treatment plan .
 Shows your therapist cares about what you think and values your input .
 Gives you space to bring up anything that 's bothering you about your treatment and individual sessions . If you sense that your therapist is genuine , you will also realize that therapists are human and are n't perfect . Keep in mind that everyone is different , and what works in a treatment plan for one person may not work for you . One of the ways in which your therapist can recognize your uniqueness is by providing feedback about anything that does n't seem to be working for you as an individual .
 Encourages teamwork between the two of you .
 Allows your therapist to repair any damage to your therapeutic relationship , whether it 's real or perceived .
 When your child is in therapy , his therapist should develop a good rapport with the parents or guardian as well .
 Anxiety disorders , such as social phobia , agoraphobia , and specific phobia , are highly treatable and the most frequently diagnosed class of mental health issues in adolescents and children . Phobia is most commonly treated with cognitive behavior therapy techniques , which emphasize the import of the healthy therapeutic relationship for a successful outcome .
 With the advent of online and telephone options for therapy , the importance of therapeutic rapport is just as important , but more difficult to develop and assess . We know from history , that typed messages ( think Facebook misunderstandings ) and communications on the phone are more difficult to interpret since neither the client nor the therapist can visualize important body language clues . Keep this in mind if you are considering distance therapy and ask a potential therapist how she works with this issue .
 Just as there are some painters who may a better job painting your house , there are some therapists that do a better job of establishing rapport . Yet , based on the definition of rapport , this effort is two - sided and requires effort on the part of both the therapist and the client .
 That said , personality can play a large role in developing rapport with your therapist . Even if a therapist is very compassionate and a client is very motivated to address her mental health issues , there are times when personalities simply do n't mix . If you find yourself in this category , do n't fret . It does n't mean that you chose a bad therapist or that you have failed in your attempt to get help . There are many good therapists out there , and just as you may need to interview a few home decorators to see which one matches your personality best , you may need to talk to more than one therapist before you find the one who can best help you work through and cope with any mental health issues .
 Bachelor , A. , Clients ' and Therapists ' Views of the Therapeutic Alliance : Similarities , Differences and Relationship to Therapy Outcome . Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy . 2013 . 20(2):118 - 35 .
 Holdsworth , E. , Bowen , E. , Brown , S. , and D. Howat . Client Engagement in Psychotherapeutic Treatment and Association with Client Characteristics , Therapist Characteristics , and Treatment Factors . Clinical Psychology Revew . 2014 . 34(5):428 - 50 .
 Nissen - Lie , J. , Havik , O. , Hogeland , P. , Ronnestad , M. , and J. Monsen . Patient and Therapist Perspectives on Alliance Development : Therapists ' Practice Experiences as Predictors . Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy . 2015 . 22(4):317 - 27 .


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I was an Art and English Literature student at college, (alongside law, history and languages) so I was excited to be invited for a tour of St Pancras International station to discover its history, the story behind the statues and decor within the station and how it became the great shopping place it is today. Food and drink, as well as the new Eurostar Terminal is all available here. I delightfully finished off my tour with a delicious afternoon tea at Fortnum & Mason. The cakes were the prettiest and most tantalising tea cakes I have ever eaten. You can also experience this! St. Pancras International has teamed up with Fortnum & Mason, to celebrate the station’s 150th year, and from the 21st May they will be offering a unique hours tour of the station followed by afternoon tea at Fortnum’s. With an insightful historic walk around this iconic station and some very delicious treats to enjoy afterwards, it will definitely be a wonderful experience. I absolutely enjoyed every part of this tour. If you book a tour and tea package you’ll find out why I mentioned it’s great for art and English literature enthusiasts.
Tickets are £45 per person, please click here for further info or to book your experience.
All-new Afternoon Tea & Tour package from St Pancras International and Fortnum & Mason is the most delicious history lesson you’ll ever have!
Includes an hour-long walking tour to learn about the fascinating history of St Pancras International, followed by a delicious Fortnum’s Afternoon Tea. You will be served a decadent spread including Fortnum’s smoked salmon and tartare dressing on granary bread; plain and fruit scones with clotted cream and strawberry preserve; and a pot of Fortnum’s famous tea for one.
The new Afternoon Tea & Tour package is part of ‘Celebrate St Pancras – the people, the place, the journey’ – a series of events, exhibitions and installations commissioned by HS1 Ltd for the anniversary year. Throughout the year, St Pancras International will be showcasing the transformation of the station, the entry and role of women into the railway workforce; StPancras’ role in the trade of goods, food and beer into London; its wartime history; and the people and journeys that have been shaped by it.

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I was an Art and English Literature student at college , ( alongside law , history and languages ) so I was excited to be invited for a tour of St Pancras International station to discover its history , the story behind the statues and decor within the station and how it became the great shopping place it is today . Food and drink , as well as the new Eurostar Terminal is all available here . I delightfully finished off my tour with a delicious afternoon tea at Fortnum & Mason . The cakes were the prettiest and most tantalising tea cakes I have ever eaten . You can also experience this ! St. Pancras International has teamed up with Fortnum & Mason , to celebrate the station ’s 150th year , and from the 21st May they will be offering a unique hours tour of the station followed by afternoon tea at Fortnum ’s . With an insightful historic walk around this iconic station and some very delicious treats to enjoy afterwards , it will definitely be a wonderful experience . I absolutely enjoyed every part of this tour . If you book a tour and tea package you ’ll find out why I mentioned it ’s great for art and English literature enthusiasts .
 Tickets are £ 45 per person , please click here for further info or to book your experience .
 All - new Afternoon Tea & Tour package from St Pancras International and Fortnum & Mason is the most delicious history lesson you ’ll ever have !
 Includes an hour - long walking tour to learn about the fascinating history of St Pancras International , followed by a delicious Fortnum ’s Afternoon Tea . You will be served a decadent spread including Fortnum ’s smoked salmon and tartare dressing on granary bread ; plain and fruit scones with clotted cream and strawberry preserve ; and a pot of Fortnum ’s famous tea for one .
 The new Afternoon Tea & Tour package is part of ‘ Celebrate St Pancras – the people , the place , the journey ’ – a series of events , exhibitions and installations commissioned by HS1 Ltd for the anniversary year . Throughout the year , St Pancras International will be showcasing the transformation of the station , the entry and role of women into the railway workforce ; StPancras ’ role in the trade of goods , food and beer into London ; its wartime history ; and the people and journeys that have been shaped by it .


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Jamie is alone, left in the care of his cold, harsh uncle. On the wall of his uncle’s study hangs a long, silvery horn. Uncle claims it came from a narwhale. Jamie is sure that it is something different, something much more rare. And he is determined to find out.
Are you ever going to record COLD FIRE and SHATTERGLASS?

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Jamie is alone , left in the care of his cold , harsh uncle . On the wall of his uncle ’s study hangs a long , silvery horn . Uncle claims it came from a narwhale . Jamie is sure that it is something different , something much more rare . And he is determined to find out .
 Are you ever going to record COLD FIRE and SHATTERGLASS ?


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The 2019 Natural Fiber Extravaganza Registration is Now Open!
Join us just outside Nashville, Tennessee, for the one of the best Natural Fiber events in the US. Take a hands-on workshop from a fiber expert, sit in on a seminar taught by an industry leader, attend the Friday Night Meet & Greet, have lunch during the Annual Meeting, and celebrate the winners at the Saturday Evening Social and Fleece Reveal.
Registration for the 2019 Natural Fiber Extravaganza powered by Alpaca Owners Association and sponsored by The Artisan Fiber Mill Network is a great value at only $150.
Hands-on workshops are held continuously throughout the weekend and must be registered for separately. Registration fees vary per workshop and space is limited.
There is a full workshop schedule to keep you busy throughout the weekend. Register for one or more of these interactive workshops. There are a limited number of seats, and registration is required with varying fees per workshop. Workshops are extra and not included in the $150 Natural Fiber Extravaganza registration.
Registration is open for the AOA International Fleece Show! Early Bird registration ends June 28, so register soon to get the best value!
Registration for the annual AOA Photo Contest is also open. Enter for a chance to have your photo on the cover of the 2019 Alpaca Owners Guide and win $150 in cash! Both adult and junior divisions are available. Deadline to enter is June 18, 2019.
Vendor booths are available with a size and pricing to fit any budget. Information and registration can be found online.
And lastly, check out the great sponsorship opportunities available for the show! A special thank-you to The Artisan Fiber Mill Network for sponsoring the show!
Admission and parking at the Wilson County Exposition Center is free. RV hookups and parking are available on the Wilson County Fairgrounds, connected to the Expo Center.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lebanon is the host hotel. The deadline to receive the special block rate is June 12, 2019. Comfort Suites Lebanon is an additional option with a deadline of July 5, 2019, for the block rate.
Bring your family and friends and celebrate natural fiber at one of the most exciting events in the Nashville area this summer!

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The 2019 Natural Fiber Extravaganza Registration is Now Open !
 Join us just outside Nashville , Tennessee , for the one of the best Natural Fiber events in the US . Take a hands - on workshop from a fiber expert , sit in on a seminar taught by an industry leader , attend the Friday Night Meet & Greet , have lunch during the Annual Meeting , and celebrate the winners at the Saturday Evening Social and Fleece Reveal .
 Registration for the 2019 Natural Fiber Extravaganza powered by Alpaca Owners Association and sponsored by The Artisan Fiber Mill Network is a great value at only $ 150 .
 Hands - on workshops are held continuously throughout the weekend and must be registered for separately . Registration fees vary per workshop and space is limited .
 There is a full workshop schedule to keep you busy throughout the weekend . Register for one or more of these interactive workshops . There are a limited number of seats , and registration is required with varying fees per workshop . Workshops are extra and not included in the $ 150 Natural Fiber Extravaganza registration .
 Registration is open for the AOA International Fleece Show ! Early Bird registration ends June 28 , so register soon to get the best value !
 Registration for the annual AOA Photo Contest is also open . Enter for a chance to have your photo on the cover of the 2019 Alpaca Owners Guide and win $ 150 in cash ! Both adult and junior divisions are available . Deadline to enter is June 18 , 2019 .
 Vendor booths are available with a size and pricing to fit any budget . Information and registration can be found online .
 And lastly , check out the great sponsorship opportunities available for the show ! A special thank - you to The Artisan Fiber Mill Network for sponsoring the show !
 Admission and parking at the Wilson County Exposition Center is free . RV hookups and parking are available on the Wilson County Fairgrounds , connected to the Expo Center .
 Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lebanon is the host hotel . The deadline to receive the special block rate is June 12 , 2019 . Comfort Suites Lebanon is an additional option with a deadline of July 5 , 2019 , for the block rate .
 Bring your family and friends and celebrate natural fiber at one of the most exciting events in the Nashville area this summer !


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Soon after I started my internship at Caster, I realized that all the communications and public relations classes I’d taken didn’t teach me everything that I would come across in a real-world environment. Here I was introduced to new types of projects and industry resources, and one thing I’ve done a lot is create media lists. I didn’t know anything about media lists before being an intern at Caster, and I had never learned how to put one together. My first instinct about media lists was that they were Word documents you created with media sources that pertained to the topic at hand. I had no idea how detailed they needed to be and how much useful information you could actually find. Luckily for me I have a great team that eased me into this process and taught me how to correctly put one together.
Media lists are a compilation of names, information and sources that are applicable to campaigns and outreach for media pitching. These names include specific journalists and outlets who have written or currently write about the topic you want to pitch. For example, if you’re looking for coverage about a new tech gadget your client has released, you may want to pitch to those who write for TechCrunch or Engadget, or who covered a similar product in the past. The media list will usually consist of the name of a journalist, outlet they write for, email or contact information, Twitter handle and a link to something relevant they’ve written. It has taken me a little while to figure out which targets are good for a certain pitch and should be added to a list. I’ve learned that you want your target to post regularly about the topic you are pitching. If they have only posted about a certain topic once, you’re better off finding something else. If your target has a large following and is a respected outlet in the industry you are working in, that is also a good sign.
An important key to compiling a good media list is making sure that all of the information you use is up-to-date. Be sure that the journalist you include is still working for the outlet and writing about topics that are in your area of interest. Another important detail to watch out for is the journalists’ email address, since addresses that are news@site.com and info@company.net are just for general use and are ineffective for pitching. A resource that we use to find this information is Meltwater, which has a search function where you can look for a journalists. If they are in the system, Meltwater provides you with updated information for that journalist. If someone you are looking for is not in Meltwater you must search through the web. I suggest Googling their name and checking Twitter, LinkedIn and their personal sites for contact information.
Media lists are a crucial part of pitching to help your clients to get coverage. As I keep working on media lists, I become better and better. It has become a lot easier for me to spot good targets and I have even begun to recognize big names in the tech-writing business. It’s a great feeling knowing that your research is being used in an effective way to help get client coverage. Keep in mind the tips and tricks I shared above from my personal experience and let me know what you think by connecting with me on Twitter @AliCerasuolo!

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Soon after I started my internship at Caster , I realized that all the communications and public relations classes I ’d taken did n’t teach me everything that I would come across in a real - world environment . Here I was introduced to new types of projects and industry resources , and one thing I ’ve done a lot is create media lists . I did n’t know anything about media lists before being an intern at Caster , and I had never learned how to put one together . My first instinct about media lists was that they were Word documents you created with media sources that pertained to the topic at hand . I had no idea how detailed they needed to be and how much useful information you could actually find . Luckily for me I have a great team that eased me into this process and taught me how to correctly put one together .
 Media lists are a compilation of names , information and sources that are applicable to campaigns and outreach for media pitching . These names include specific journalists and outlets who have written or currently write about the topic you want to pitch . For example , if you ’re looking for coverage about a new tech gadget your client has released , you may want to pitch to those who write for TechCrunch or Engadget , or who covered a similar product in the past . The media list will usually consist of the name of a journalist , outlet they write for , email or contact information , Twitter handle and a link to something relevant they ’ve written . It has taken me a little while to figure out which targets are good for a certain pitch and should be added to a list . I ’ve learned that you want your target to post regularly about the topic you are pitching . If they have only posted about a certain topic once , you ’re better off finding something else . If your target has a large following and is a respected outlet in the industry you are working in , that is also a good sign .
 An important key to compiling a good media list is making sure that all of the information you use is up - to - date . Be sure that the journalist you include is still working for the outlet and writing about topics that are in your area of interest . Another important detail to watch out for is the journalists ’ email address , since addresses that are news@site.com and info@company.net are just for general use and are ineffective for pitching . A resource that we use to find this information is Meltwater , which has a search function where you can look for a journalists . If they are in the system , Meltwater provides you with updated information for that journalist . If someone you are looking for is not in Meltwater you must search through the web . I suggest Googling their name and checking Twitter , LinkedIn and their personal sites for contact information .
 Media lists are a crucial part of pitching to help your clients to get coverage . As I keep working on media lists , I become better and better . It has become a lot easier for me to spot good targets and I have even begun to recognize big names in the tech - writing business . It ’s a great feeling knowing that your research is being used in an effective way to help get client coverage . Keep in mind the tips and tricks I shared above from my personal experience and let me know what you think by connecting with me on Twitter @AliCerasuolo !


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A strong V8, four-on-the-floor, and a great color setup are the reasons that attracted you to this 1966 Chevrolet Chevy II Nova. But then you discover the super clean presentation everywhere, right down to the undercarriage, on this real-deal Super Sport – that\'s what makes this one irresistible.
Rendered in the Marina Blue, this Nova has earned the right to share the legendary color with its Camaro and Corvette siblings. This classic color has plenty of modern gloss, so it looks terrific when you take it out for a sunny day cruise. Plus, we love these second-generation Novas, because they perfectly added some of Chevy\'s \'60s-style muscle car aggression without ever losing its sleeper attitude. The subtle overhand of the front fenders, the sporty kick-up in the rear ones, and the fastback roofline are all attractive without being too brazen. Plus, you get all the correct vintage Nova details like the right Super Sport badging, full rocker trim, and wraparound chrome bumpers front and rear. It\'s a head-turner right down to the iconic Rally wheels.
There was a solid investment inside to keep the factory-correct black interior looking good and feeling fresh. Everything looks factory original, from the chrome accents on the black door panels, to the heat/defrost controls, to the push-button AM radio that\'s still on display. You should even check out the trunk that has the correct matting and even the instructions affixed to the inside lid. When you slide into the driver\'s bucket seat, the black and chrome steering wheel feels grippy in your hands, and beyond that are the wide, clear gauges you love on a 60s American classic like this. But when you grab the Hurst shifter, you\'ll instantly realize you like this Nova SS for more than just nostalgia.
The code 18 in the VIN lets you know this is a real-deal V8 Super Sport Nova, and so you\'re going to love what you see when you lift the hood – it\'s a correct 327 cubic-inch V8. And when you look beyond the style of the polished components like the valve covers and air topper, you\'re going to find some great performance upgrades, too. This has a Holley four-barrel carburetor, performance aluminum intake, and a rumbling glasspack-style dual exhaust. Best of all, you have complete control over this lightweight and powerful package thanks to the four-speed manual transmission.
A real-deal Super Sport Nova with a terrific presentation and a powerful V8 package. It\'s a turn-key ready classic that\'s ready to turn heads this weekend. So don\'t miss out, call today!!!

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A strong V8 , four - on - the - floor , and a great color setup are the reasons that attracted you to this 1966 Chevrolet Chevy II Nova . But then you discover the super clean presentation everywhere , right down to the undercarriage , on this real - deal Super Sport – that\ 's what makes this one irresistible .
 Rendered in the Marina Blue , this Nova has earned the right to share the legendary color with its Camaro and Corvette siblings . This classic color has plenty of modern gloss , so it looks terrific when you take it out for a sunny day cruise . Plus , we love these second - generation Novas , because they perfectly added some of Chevy\ 's \'60s - style muscle car aggression without ever losing its sleeper attitude . The subtle overhand of the front fenders , the sporty kick - up in the rear ones , and the fastback roofline are all attractive without being too brazen . Plus , you get all the correct vintage Nova details like the right Super Sport badging , full rocker trim , and wraparound chrome bumpers front and rear . It\ 's a head - turner right down to the iconic Rally wheels .
 There was a solid investment inside to keep the factory - correct black interior looking good and feeling fresh . Everything looks factory original , from the chrome accents on the black door panels , to the heat / defrost controls , to the push - button AM radio that\ 's still on display . You should even check out the trunk that has the correct matting and even the instructions affixed to the inside lid . When you slide into the driver\ 's bucket seat , the black and chrome steering wheel feels grippy in your hands , and beyond that are the wide , clear gauges you love on a 60s American classic like this . But when you grab the Hurst shifter , you\'ll instantly realize you like this Nova SS for more than just nostalgia .
 The code 18 in the VIN lets you know this is a real - deal V8 Super Sport Nova , and so you\'re going to love what you see when you lift the hood – it\ 's a correct 327 cubic - inch V8 . And when you look beyond the style of the polished components like the valve covers and air topper , you\'re going to find some great performance upgrades , too . This has a Holley four - barrel carburetor , performance aluminum intake , and a rumbling glasspack - style dual exhaust . Best of all , you have complete control over this lightweight and powerful package thanks to the four - speed manual transmission .
 A real - deal Super Sport Nova with a terrific presentation and a powerful V8 package . It\ 's a turn - key ready classic that\ 's ready to turn heads this weekend . So don\'t miss out , call today ! ! !


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A diving course is the start of a lifelong adventure! Everyone with normal health can learn to dive. Diving is fun and relaxing as it’s on the same time is exiting and thrilling.
H2O in Lund offers PADI courses at all levels from beginner level to Instructor level courses. We also offer technical dive courses for example DSAT Tec deep.
At H2O in Lund we will help you to become a self-sufficient and safe diver, we therefore include two days of extra diving upon finishing the new beginner diving course – Open Water Diver. We believe that those extra supervised diving gives you a lot of additional comfort and experience. After successfully completing the entry-level course, you’ll receive a PADI Open Water Diver certificate, the world’s most widely recognized diving certificate. This entitles you to rent equipment and participate in dive excursions all over the world.
If you want to continue your dive education we offer may special courses such as deep diver, wreck diver and underwater photographer, as a PADI Five star IDC center we also leadership and instructor courses.

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A diving course is the start of a lifelong adventure ! Everyone with normal health can learn to dive . Diving is fun and relaxing as it ’s on the same time is exiting and thrilling .
 H2O in Lund offers PADI courses at all levels from beginner level to Instructor level courses . We also offer technical dive courses for example DSAT Tec deep .
 At H2O in Lund we will help you to become a self - sufficient and safe diver , we therefore include two days of extra diving upon finishing the new beginner diving course – Open Water Diver . We believe that those extra supervised diving gives you a lot of additional comfort and experience . After successfully completing the entry - level course , you ’ll receive a PADI Open Water Diver certificate , the world ’s most widely recognized diving certificate . This entitles you to rent equipment and participate in dive excursions all over the world .
 If you want to continue your dive education we offer may special courses such as deep diver , wreck diver and underwater photographer , as a PADI Five star IDC center we also leadership and instructor courses .


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tokenized: Sure - Lock and Safe offers quality locksmith service and affordable locksmith prices for all your locksmith needs . There are never any hidden charges or surprise fees and we always give a quote before we begin the job . We are a family owned and operated business that offers the best prices in town for all Universal City residents .


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DJ talents around the globe, get ready for this year’s competition! Once again we are calling all DJs in our SUNANDBASS family to show their skills on the decks to convince our sophisticated jury. If you want to have the opportunity to be part of the 2017 line up then submit your mix now.
To join the competition all you need to do is prepare a 40 minute long mix and submit it to mixcloud.com until 19 July 2017, 11.59 PM CEST. We will carefully listen to every submission and select the best mixes based on creativity, technique and selection and pick 6 winners to enter the finals in San Teodoro. The finalists will be announced early August. Please note that you can only participate if you are a SUNANDBASS 2017 ticket holder! Entering the finals does not grant access to the event.
6. Submit your mix by 19 July 2017!
Start preparing your mix now and convince the SUNANDBASS DJ competition panel with your selection! If you have any questions feel free to reach out to djcompetition@sunandbass.net.
We’re looking forward to an exciting competition and meeting the 6 finalists for the big showdown in September!
A big thank you to all our past contestants and winners!
Check out some of the mixes from our previous winners here.

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DJ talents around the globe , get ready for this year ’s competition ! Once again we are calling all DJs in our SUNANDBASS family to show their skills on the decks to convince our sophisticated jury . If you want to have the opportunity to be part of the 2017 line up then submit your mix now .
 To join the competition all you need to do is prepare a 40 minute long mix and submit it to mixcloud.com until 19 July 2017 , 11.59 PM CEST . We will carefully listen to every submission and select the best mixes based on creativity , technique and selection and pick 6 winners to enter the finals in San Teodoro . The finalists will be announced early August . Please note that you can only participate if you are a SUNANDBASS 2017 ticket holder ! Entering the finals does not grant access to the event .
 6 . Submit your mix by 19 July 2017 !
 Start preparing your mix now and convince the SUNANDBASS DJ competition panel with your selection ! If you have any questions feel free to reach out to djcompetition@sunandbass.net .
 We ’re looking forward to an exciting competition and meeting the 6 finalists for the big showdown in September !
 A big thank you to all our past contestants and winners !
 Check out some of the mixes from our previous winners here .