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  1. 4h ago

    Inferno Ch 83-88 | CostasNarrativeXP

    CostasNarrativeXP 2026 Mid term feature "Inferno"Humanity is enthusiastically building its own high-tech highway to Hell, proving that our scientific arrogance will ultimately trigger a completely self-inflicted apocalypse.Chapter 83-8800:25 83 12:41 8425:07 8535:54 8643:24 87 51:02 88 Costa's Wordbook“Ma non si ricorda di me?” - ita, “But don't you remember me?” Minaret n A tall slender tower attached to a mosque, having one or more projecting balconies from which a muezzin or a recording of a muezzin summons the people to prayer (Min nar ret) Adhan - arab, call to prayer La-ilaha-illa-Allah - Arab, there is no god but Allah Hagia Sophia - officially the Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, is a mosque and a major cultural and historical site in Istanbul, Turkey. It was formerly a church (360–1453) and a museum (1935–2020) Göksel Gülensoy - a director renowned for his documentary and biographical films, his work explores the depths of the human psyche, revealing hidden layers of reality and perception Mustafa Kemal Atatürk - (1881–1938) was a Turkish field marshal, statesman, and the founder and first president of the Republic of Turkey; he rose to prominence as a military hero during World War I for his successful defense of Gallipoli against Allied forces Şerefe - turk, balcony found on a minaret, derived from the Arabic šurfa (veranda or battlement) Murad III - sultan of the Ottoman Empire from 1574 until his death in 1595. His rule saw battles with the Habsburgs and exhausting wars with the Safavids. The long-independent Morocco was for a time made a vassal of the empire but regained independence in 1582. Ablution n washing or cleansing; specifically of the body, as a religious rite (ab Blue tion) sağ olun - turk, formal, thank you Esonarthex - inner narthex; (exo - outer) Pantocrator n Greek title meaning "Ruler of All" or "Almighty," used in Christian iconography to depict Jesus Christ as the sovereign judge and savior of the universe (pan Toc crat ter) Naos n In architecture, the inclosed chamber or cella of an ancient temple, where were placed the statue and a ceremonial altar of the divinity (Nay os) John Singer Sargent - American expatriate artist, considered the "leading portrait painter of his generation" for his evocations of Belle Époque and Edwardian-era luxury Tympana n pl (of tympanum) The ornamental recessed space or panel enclosed by the cornices of a triangular pediment (Tim pen na) Mihrab n arab. A niche in the wall or room in the mosque that indicates the direction of Mecca (Mi rub) Minbar n arab. an elevated pulpit or staircase found in a mosque, located to the right of the mihrab Müezzin mahfili - turk, a raised platform, balcony, or tribune located inside Islamic mosques, designed for the muezzin to stand on during prayers to recite the Quran Muezzin n arab, The crier who calls the faithful to prayer five times a day (moo Ez sin) Imam n arab, The Muslim worshiper who leads the recitation of prayer when two or more worshipers are present (im Maam) 2026 UpcomingInferno, The Two Towers, Ramayana, A Christmas Carol, Winnie the Pooh, The House at Pooh CornerMilestones2021: 0 Full soundtrack, no editing, wife commentary, summary outline, irregular release2022: 2.0 DaVinci editing, wordbook, book intro, AI intro + thumbnail, chapter summary, scheduled release2023: 2.1 Descript, CapCut, Suno score, character intro, weekly release2024: 2.2 Standard condenser mic, Audacity, ChatGPT annotation + illustration, timestamp, 1-hour content2026: 2.3 Gemini definition, JP, CN, PT subtitles on selected YouTube videosPlatformsYouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Reddit, Amazon Music, Firstory, Pocket Casts, KKBOX, Castbox, Noice, Podcast Addict, SoundOn, Castro, Player FM Powered by Firstory Hosting

    Inferno Ch 83-88 | CostasNarrativeXP
  2. 6d ago

    Inferno Ch 78-82 | CostasNarrativeXP

    CostasNarrativeXP 2026 Mid term feature "Inferno"Humanity is enthusiastically building its own high-tech highway to Hell, proving that our scientific arrogance will ultimately trigger a completely self-inflicted apocalypse.Chapter 78-8200:25 78 11:31 7929:19 8042:28 8145:08 82 Costa's WordbookPseudologos (Pseudologoi pl) n minor deities or spirits (daimones) personifying lies and falsehoods (sue do Log goes) Daimon (daimones pl) n lesser deities, guiding spirits, in ancient Greek religion and mythology Solublon - brand name for water-soluble plastic film made primarily of polyvinyl alcohol (PVAL), produced by the Japanese company Aicello Corporation Cocytus - river of wailing in the underworld in Greek mythology (co Sigh tus) Amitriptyline - An antidepressant drug sold under the name Elavil Chlordiazepoxide - antianxiety drug to treat chronic alcoholism and alcohol withdrawal Magkano - phl, how much? Corral trans v to take control or possession of (co Rahl) Salamat - phl, thank you Alopecia n Loss of hair, baldness (ah loe Pee shia) Telegenic effluvium - stress-induced hair shedding / stress-related alopecia (effluvium - to shed out)“Primum non nocere,” - latin, “First, do no harm,” Pietro Longhi - 1701-1785, a Venetian painter of contemporary genre scenes of life Troupe n A company of, often touring, actors, singers or dancers (troop) Benzodiazepine - a group of chemical compounds with a common molecular structure and similar pharmacological effects, used as antianxiety agents, muscle relaxants, sedatives, hypnotics 2026 UpcomingInferno, The Two Towers, Ramayana, A Christmas Carol, Winnie the Pooh, The House at Pooh CornerMilestones2021: 0 Full soundtrack, no editing, wife commentary, summary outline, irregular release2022: 2.0 DaVinci editing, wordbook, book intro, AI intro + thumbnail, chapter summary, scheduled release2023: 2.1 Descript, CapCut, Suno score, character intro, weekly release2024: 2.2 Standard condenser mic, Audacity, ChatGPT annotation + illustration, timestamp, 1-hour content2026: 2.3 Gemini definition, JP, CN, PT subtitles on selected YouTube videosPlatformsYouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Reddit, Amazon Music, Firstory, Pocket Casts, KKBOX, Castbox, Noice, Podcast Addict, SoundOn, Castro, Player FM Powered by Firstory Hosting

    Inferno Ch 78-82 | CostasNarrativeXP
  3. Sep 28

    Inferno Ch 73-77 | CostasNarrativeXP

    CostasNarrativeXP 2026 Mid term feature "Inferno"Humanity is enthusiastically building its own high-tech highway to Hell, proving that our scientific arrogance will ultimately trigger a completely self-inflicted apocalypse.Chapter 73-7700:25 73 09:49 7423:45 7538:45 7644:22 77 Costa's WordbookBeatitude n a series of eight blessings spoken by Jesus Christ at the beginning of the Sermon on the Mount in the Bible, origin: Latin word beatus, which means "blessed" or "happy (be AAt tit tude) Fereidoun M. Esfandiary - a Belgian-born Iranian-American author, teacher, transhumanist philosopher, futurist, consultant, and Olympic athlete. Author of the book Are You a Transhuman? Changed him name to FM-2030, hoping to die at 100 years gold, thus the code 2030 Presciently adv suggests correctly what will happen in the future (Pres see ently) Vitro fertilisation IVF - Egg cells fertilized by sperm in a laboratory dish, not the human body (Vee tro) Narthex n architectural entrance hall, foyer, located western end of a Christian church (Nar thex) Ciborium n a covered, goblet-shaped religious vessel used in Christian churches to hold the consecrated Eucharistic bread (communion wafers), or a permanent vaulted canopy built over a church altar (Sib bor rium)  Pala d'oro - ita, Golden Panel Ettore Vio - a distinguished Italian architect and scholar, best known for serving as the Proto of St. Mark's Basilica in Venice for 35 years (1981–2016). In this role, he was the chief architect responsible for the basilica's conservation, restoration, and study Carmagnola - Francesco Bussone da Carmagnola, the Count of Carmagnola, was an Italian condottiero who was decapitated in Venice on May 5, 1432.  He was summoned to the Republic under false pretenses, arrested for alleged treason, and executed between the columns of San Marco and San Todaro Enrico Dandolo (Henricus Dandolo) - the doge of Venice from 1192 to 1205. Remembered for his avowed piety, remarkable longevity, and political shrewdness, particularly for his decisive role in the Fourth Crusade and the Sack of Constantinople, effectively laid the foundations of the Venetian colonial empire Finalmente! - ita, finally!  Come to a head - idiom a situation or problem reaches a critical point where action must be taken L'hai colpito al petto! - ita, You hit him in the chest! Allarme antincendio - ita, Fire alarmAccesso vietato - ita, Do not enter Swag n a heavy, hanging chain, rope, or decorative drapery used to block off an area Lux eterna - latin, eternal light Transom n a horizontal beam or crossbar in architecture that separates a door from a window above it, or divides a window horizontally (Tran some) Può darci una mano? - ita, Can you give us a hand? Isopropyl alcohol - colorless, flammable, volatile organic compound, simplest secondary alcohol (iso Pro ple) Shime waza - jp, choking or strangulation techniques in Judo and other martial arts Paroxysmal adj sudden, uncontrolled, and episodic, of symptoms or conditions (parox Sys mal) Metoclopramide n a dopamine receptor antagonist and prokinetic agent used primarily to treat nausea, vomiting, gastroparesis (met toe Cloe pra myde) 2026 UpcomingInferno, The Two Towers, Ramayana, A Christmas Carol, Winnie the Pooh, The House at Pooh CornerMilestones2021: 0 Full soundtrack, no editing, wife commentary, summary outline, irregular release2022: 2.0 DaVinci editing, wordbook, book intro, AI intro + thumbnail, chapter summary, scheduled release2023: 2.1 Descript, CapCut, Suno score, character intro, weekly release2024: 2.2 Standard condenser mic, Audacity, ChatGPT annotation + illustration, timestamp, 1-hour content2026: 2.3 Gemini definition, JP, CN, PT subtitles on selected YouTube videosPlatformsYouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Reddit, Amazon Music, Firstory, Pocket Casts, KKBOX, Castbox, Noice, Podcast Addict, SoundOn, Castro, Player FM Powered by Firstory Hosting

    Inferno Ch 73-77 | CostasNarrativeXP
  4. Sep 23

    The Two Towers Bk 3 Ch 6 | CostasNarrativeXP

    CostasNarrativeXP 2026 September feature "The Two Towers"Weary companions carry on divided by fate and duty — hope fraying under mounting darkness, courage tested in isolation, as small acts of loyalty and endurance quietly hold back an encroaching, overwhelming shadow. Book ThreeChapter VI00:25 VI The King of the Golden Hall Costa's WordbookCorslet n defensive body armor that covers the torso, historically worn in 16-17th c Louver n a series of angled horizontal or vertical slats, fins, or strips designed to let air and light pass through while blocking rain, direct sunlight, and unwanted views (Loo ver) Hauberk n a long-sleeved shirt made of chain mail stretch to knee length or mid-thigh (Haw berk) 2026 UpcomingInferno, The Two Towers, Ramayana, A Christmas Carol, Winnie the Pooh, The House at Pooh CornerMilestones2021: 0 Full soundtrack, no editing, wife commentary, summary outline, irregular release2022: 2.0 DaVinci editing, wordbook, book intro, AI intro + thumbnail, chapter summary, scheduled release2023: 2.1 Descript, CapCut, Suno score, character intro, weekly release2024: 2.2 Standard condenser mic, Audacity, ChatGPT annotation + illustration, timestamp, 1-hour content2026: 2.3 Gemini definition, JP, CN, PT subtitles on selected YouTube videosPlatformsYouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Reddit, Amazon Music, Firstory, Pocket Casts, KKBOX, Castbox, Noice, Podcast Addict, SoundOn, Castro, Player FM Powered by Firstory Hosting

    The Two Towers Bk 3 Ch 6 | CostasNarrativeXP
  5. Sep 22

    Inferno Ch 68-72 | CostasNarrativeXP

    CostasNarrativeXP 2026 Mid term feature "Inferno"Humanity is enthusiastically building its own high-tech highway to Hell, proving that our scientific arrogance will ultimately trigger a completely self-inflicted apocalypse.Chapter 68-7200:25 68 16:03 6929:20 7038:11 7149:21 72 Costa's WordbookVaporetti pl n ita (vaporetto) little steamer; a public water bus for water transport on the canals of Venice Verdigris n blue-green or greenish-blue patina that forms on copper, brass, or bronze surfaces when exposed to the atmosphere, air, and moisture over long periods (Ver di gree) Limoncello n ita. a traditional lemon liqueur produced mainly in Southern Italy Gondolieri - ita, gondoliers Seppie al nero - ita, Cuttlefish in ink sauce Hagiographic adj admiringly representing one as perfect or much better than real (hag gee, like geese oh Graphic) Le “tre donne benedette” - ita, the “three blessed women” Quaranta - ita, forty  Parsifal - a music drama in three acts by the German composer Richard Wagner and his last composition Ca’ Pesaro - ita, House of PesaroFerro di prua - ita, the iron of the prow Sestieri - ita, districts Quatrefoil n In architecture, an opening or a panel divided by cusps or foliations into four foils, or the figure formed by the cusps (Kat ter foil) Piombi - ita, leads or lead tiled prison in Venice “Sta’ attento!” - ita, watch out Tender n A vessel employed to attend other vessels Glucocorticoid n a group of steroid hormones, such as cortisone, that are produced by the adrenal cortex, are involved in carbohydrate, protein, and fat metabolism, and have anti-inflammatory properties (gluco Cort ti koid) Pax tibi Marce, evangelista meus - latin, Peace be with you, Mark, my evangelist Piazzetta - ita, small square Rectilinear adj formed from straight lines (rect til Lin near) Trapezoid n a trapezium (Trap pis zoid) The Tetrarchs - a group of four Roman emperors who jointly ruled the empire under the Tetrarchy system instituted by Diocletian in 293 CE, or the famous porphyry sculpture depicting them volto intero - ita, full face Bauta mask (Bautas) - a traditional Venetian masquerade mask characterized by its full-face coverage, angular lines, and a prominent, beak-like chin that allows the wearer to eat, drink, and speak without removing it. Moretta mask (Morettas) - a small, oval-shaped Venetian mask worn exclusively by women during the 17-18th c.  Typically crafted from black velvet or leather, it covered the face from the forehead to the chin but featured no openings for the nose or mouth.  “Sono molto belle, ma no, grazie.” - ita, “They’re very beautiful, but no, thanks.” Equine - adj resembling a horse (E kwai n) Friesian (horse) n A black breed of horse known for its glossy coat, long mane, and high-stepping gait, originating from the Friesland region Equus robustus - latin, A sturdy horse; an extinct species of large equine native to Europe during the Early Pleistocene epoch, spanning from approximately 2.6 to 1.8 million years ago 2026 UpcomingInferno, The Two Towers, Ramayana, A Christmas Carol, Winnie the Pooh, The House at Pooh CornerMilestones2021: 0 Full soundtrack, no editing, wife commentary, summary outline, irregular release2022: 2.0 DaVinci editing, wordbook, book intro, AI intro + thumbnail, chapter summary, scheduled release2023: 2.1 Descript, CapCut, Suno score, character intro, weekly release2024: 2.2 Standard condenser mic, Audacity, ChatGPT annotation + illustration, timestamp, 1-hour content2026: 2.3 Gemini definition, JP, CN, PT subtitles on selected YouTube videosPlatformsYouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Reddit, Amazon Music, Firstory, Pocket Casts, KKBOX, Castbox, Noice, Podcast Addict, SoundOn, Castro, Player FM Powered by Firstory Hosting

    Inferno Ch 68-72 | CostasNarrativeXP
  6. Sep 21

    Inferno Ch 62-67 | CostasNarrativeXP

    CostasNarrativeXP 2026 Mid term feature "Inferno"Humanity is enthusiastically building its own high-tech highway to Hell, proving that our scientific arrogance will ultimately trigger a completely self-inflicted apocalypse.Chapter 62-6700:25 62 08:04 6322:23 6430:34 6534:53 66 40:47 67 Costa's WordbookFrecciargento ("Silver Arrow") - a high-speed train category operated by Trenitalia in Italy Salottini - ita, small living rooms or cozy little lounge sets Antihistamine n medications that block histamine, a chemical your body releases during an allergic reaction (anti His ta mean) Saligia - medieval Latin acronym and memory aid created by theologians to remember the Seven Deadly Sins: S – Superbia (Pride) A – Avaritia (Greed) L – Luxuria (Lust / Extravagance) I – Invidia (Envy) G – Gula (Gluttony) I – Ira (Wrath / Anger) A – Acedia (Sloth / Apathy) Octogenarian n a person who is between 80 and 89 years old Asclepius - the ancient Greek god of medicine and healing Judecca - the innermost zone of the ninth and lowest circle of Hell in Dante Alighieri's Divine Comedy (Inferno), where ultimate traitors are completely frozen in ice Mouseion n gr. seat or shrine of the Muses, a place dedicated to the Muses, subjects of arts, sciences, and literature, and served as a center for study, philosophical discussion, and inspiration (mow Say yun) Ptolemy - Macedonian Greek general, historian, and successor of Alexander the Great (Tol em mee) Erinyes - demonic female spirits, often three in number, who pursue n punish doers of unavenged crimes Hecate - a goddess in ancient Greek, associated with crossroads, night, light, magic, witchcraft, and the Moon, most often shown holding a pair of torches, a key, or snakes, or accompanied by dogs Transhumanism n intellectual and cultural movement that advocates using existing, emerging, and speculative technologies to enhance the human condition, particularly by extending longevity and improving cognition, health, and well-being beyond current biological limitations; symbol H+ Nightcap n a drink taken shortly before bedtime Shake off the cobwebs idiom get rid of tiredness, mental lethargy, or confusion Jilt v reject or cast off capriciously, unfeelingly, someone in romantic relationship Proponent n a propounder of a thing; one who makes a proposal, or lays down a proposition Darwinian n Relating to the theory of evolution, as advanced by Charles Darwin (dar Win nian) Eugenics n a largely discredited and scientifically inaccurate theory that advocates for improving the genetic quality of a human population through selective breeding (u Genics) 2026 UpcomingInferno, The Two Towers, Ramayana, A Christmas Carol, Winnie the Pooh, The House at Pooh CornerMilestones2021: 0 Full soundtrack, no editing, wife commentary, summary outline, irregular release2022: 2.0 DaVinci editing, wordbook, book intro, AI intro + thumbnail, chapter summary, scheduled release2023: 2.1 Descript, CapCut, Suno score, character intro, weekly release2024: 2.2 Standard condenser mic, Audacity, ChatGPT annotation + illustration, timestamp, 1-hour content2026: 2.3 Gemini definition, JP, CN, PT subtitles on selected YouTube videosPlatformsYouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Reddit, Amazon Music, Firstory, Pocket Casts, KKBOX, Castbox, Noice, Podcast Addict, SoundOn, Castro, Player FM Powered by Firstory Hosting

    Inferno Ch 62-67 | CostasNarrativeXP

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