Oportuno
The purpose of Oportuno is to provide opportunities to give, learn, explore and think. From our website, Oportuno.org, you can access our “Oportuno” Podcast, “Oportuno” YouTube Channel and learn about several ministries helping Children.
Episodes
This story illustrates how acts of kindness, no matter how small, can create authentic connections with others, leading to discovery, friendship, and understanding. The narrative unfolds around the Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, situated approximately 5 nautical miles east of Ushuaia in the Beagle Channel of Southern Argentina, South America.
Video Version of this Podcast Episode on the “Oportuno Podcast” YouTube Channel: https://youtu...
A story of the transformation from material clutter to the riches of human connection illustrating how acts of kindness can improve the world. “Django’s Journey of Giving” is a tale that will inspire you to find treasure in togetherness and adventure.
Link to video version of this Podcast Episode: https://youtu.be/6qQfJR_FKLQ
Attribution for Harmonica Music: Leon van Egmond for Harmonica Tunes in this Podcast Episode. Leon van Egmo...
A story of a solitary violinist living simply in the forest, whose music unknowingly touched countless lives. His melodies inspired others to play, showing that following your dreams, even in isolation, can make a profound difference. As the saying goes, "The true legacy of a life's work is not measured by fame or fortune, but by the unseen ripples of positive inspiration it sets in motion."
The Gift of a Flower goes back thousands of years back to ancient civilizations such as Egypt, Greece, and Rome. The practice of giving flowers has evolved over time, but its underlying significance as a gesture of affection, appreciation, and celebration remains deeply ingrained in human culture. This is a modern day story of someone giving another person a flower.
Video of this Podcast Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/5-Qr4pm...
The story "Harmonious Journey," is a tale of musical discovery and mentorship. A young man, named Enthusiast, meets a seasoned old traveler, an extraordinary harmonica player, named Balladeer, and they begin to travel together. Along their travels, Balladeer mentors his protégé Enthusiast on how to play the harmonica. The harmonica becomes an instrument for music, song, and storytelling.
Video of this Podcast on YouTube: ...
The Journey of the Wise Wanderers is a story about three travelers who find freedom and wisdom through their adventures, despite having few possessions. They share their experiences through poems, stories, and songs, reminding us of our universal longing for freedom, warmth, and the beauty of life, even in difficult times.
YouTube Video of this Podcast Episode: https://youtu.be/kJVRrnYs83I
website: https://oportuno.org
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The Reading, of the Book, "The Minimalist's Wealth" explores the idea that true wealth is not in the excess of things but in the richness of family, friends, and inner peace.
Video, of this Podcast Episode on the Oportuno Podcast YouTube Channel:
FlipBook of the the Book, "The Minimalist's Wealth": https://heyzine.com/flip-book/d25b632299.html
A story reminding us that there are many types of wealth, other than money and material possessions.
Video Podcast Episode on the “Oportuno Podcast” YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/DZ297C_BlLQ
PDF of the Story in English: https://oportuno.org/files/049_Treasure_Island.pdf
PDF of the Story in Italian: https://oportuno.org/files/049_L'Isola_del_Tesoro.pdf
Video of the story, in Italian: https://youtu.be/JLf05UwMlWQ
An interesting equation of how the sum of your age and birth year will always equal the current year, regardless of what age you are, and a story of a mathematical genius who used their mathematical skills to solve complex problems and make a difference, for the better, in the world.
Video of Podcast on the “Oportuno Podcast” YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/hI0PeTdgN-I
website: https://oportuno.org
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Story of how a traveling wanderer helped a destitute man find happiness and contentment.
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Audio on the “Oportuno” Podcast Channel: https://pnc.st/s/oportuno/b4b6b331/047-storytime-traveling-wanderer-
Video of This Story on the “Oportuno Podcast” YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/A3WQUd0TErY?si=8edh7R8X80viiN5M
Link to PDF of the Story: https://oportuno.org/files/047_The_Story_of_the_Traveling_Wand...
In this conversation, Wren and Zane discuss starting a Ripple Effect of Kindness to positively impact many lives. The Golden Rule and the Parable of the Good Samaritan inspire them. They believe their acts of kindness, no matter how small, can make a difference for the better in the lives of others.
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eBook of this Podcast Episode: https://oportuno.org/files/Exponential_Kindness.pdf
website: https:...
A Story, about a Flutist named Koji that left his home village, with nothing more than his backpack and flute.
Flute Music, by Erik the Flutemaker, used in this Podcast Episode, provided courtesy of the Flutist and Flute Maker, Erik the Flutemaker.
PDF of this Episode 045 in English: https://oportuno.org/files/Melodies_of_Compassion_-_The_Journey_of_Flutist_Koji.pdf
This Podcast Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Tg1oN9NICP4
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A Fable about a priceless gift available to everyone living on Planet Earth that can change your life, if valued and utilized properly.
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“The Priceless Gift” as a PDF file: https://oportuno.org/files/The_Priceless_Gift.pdf
“Time’ Video on the Oportuno YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/OFu1D5NwC50
Music Attribution: Music used in this podcast episode is “Time Machine” by Tak Cheung of the “Wok with...
A fascinating introduction to flute making and flute playing by Erik Sampson, also known as Erik the Flutemaker. Eric has made over 150,000 flutes, in over 50 years, of making and playing flutes.
Links To Show Notes and/or Video/s:
Erik Sampson’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ErikTheFlutemakerCom
Erik Sampson’s Websites:
Erik The Flukemaker: h...
A conversation with two renowned scientists and researchers who have dedicated their lives to exploring the medicinal potential of rainforest plants and protecting the rainforest. This is the fourth, in a series, called “Conversations”. Even though, the Characters, and Story, are fictitious, the “Conversations” are based on fact, and meant to provide not only entertainment, but knowledge, motivation and encouragement.
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A conversation, with Two Photojournalist. This is the third, in a series, called “Conversations”. Even though, the Characters, and Story, are fictitious, the “Conversations” are based on fact, and meant to provide not only entertainment, but knowledge, motivation and encouragement.
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Please consider, helping the Ministries of your choice, with your money, time and talents, that are helping others in ...
A phone conversation, between two friends. This is the second, in a series, called “Conversations”. Even though, the Characters, and Story, are fictitious, the “Conversations” are based on fact, and meant to provide not only entertainment, but knowledge, motivation and encouragement.
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Wok With Tak YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wokwithtak
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A conversation, with a “Minimalist Digital Nomad”. This is the first, in a series, called “Conversations”. Even though, the Characters, and Story, are fictitious, the “Conversations” are based on fact, and meant to provide not only entertainment, but knowledge, motivation and encouragement.
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Videos:
Wok With Tak YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wokwithtak
Mathematics plays a fundamental role in our understanding of the universe. Learn how the Mandelbrot set and other fractals are helping us to understand the universe, and how it is being used to benefit mankind.
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“Atheists CANNOT Explain This Secret Code Seen in Creation” on the Answers in Genesis YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/taKaFUNJ6Ec
The Chinese Chengyu, entitled “The Bamboo Painter”. Chengyu shares the wisdom of Chinese Culture from previous generations of Chinese. A Chengyu is usually only 4 Chinese Characters Long, making a Chengyu very easy to communicate to others. Even though a Chengyu is only about 4 characters long, the Chengyu can communicate what it may have taken someone many years to learn.
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