Podcasts about ACF

In the Bible, Jesus casts out spirits of sickness and oppression, but do His followers also have the power to do so? What about anxiety, fear and depression - are those spiritual attacks? Join us for a conversation about finding freedom with ACF's Pastoral Care Leader.

​Join us for the last message in the Final Instructions series as Sr. Pastor Will Davis, Jr. addresses ACF's value of generosity.

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) will now be required to present a proposal to repeal the high-priority fleets and drayage requirements of the ACF. A public hearing on this proposal needs to be held before October 31st. Regarding potential tariff changes, reports suggest the Trump administration may cut tariffs on China imports from a current broad rate of 145% to as low as 50%. While the White House has dismissed this as conjecture, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is scheduled to meet with Chinese officials for trade talks soon. Details of the UK trade deal indicate increased access for agricultural products, chemicals, machinery, and other goods from both countries. The agreement, which still requires Congressional approval, maintains a baseline 10% U.S. tariff on most goods from the UK but includes specific provisions for items like steel, aluminum, beef, and auto imports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dopo la consueta riunione del venerdì della Squadra Antitruffa Serpente Corallo, la puntata è dedicata ad una conversazione con Gianpaolo Barbuzzi - Presidente dell'ACF, Arbitro per le Controversie Finanziarie. Torniamo a parlare del funzionamento di questo strumento istituito dalla Consob (l'Autorità che vigila sui mercati finanziari) nel 2016, è un organismo di risoluzione stragiudiziale delle controversie indipendente e imparziale che tutela gli investitori. Rappresenta per loro un modo semplice, veloce, efficace e gratuito di risolvere controversie con gli intermediari senza ricorrere al giudice. Dall’inizio dell’attività dell’Arbitro per le controversie finanziarie di Consob, nel 2017, i circa 12.000 risparmiatori che hanno scelto di affidarsi all’Arbitro hanno visto riconoscersi rimborsi pari in media a 20,6 milioni di euro all’anno. Torniamo a spiegarne il funzionamento.

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) will now be required to present a proposal to repeal the high-priority fleets and drayage requirements of the ACF. A public hearing on this proposal needs to be held before October 31st. Regarding potential tariff changes, reports suggest the Trump administration may cut tariffs on China imports from a current broad rate of 145% to as low as 50%. While the White House has dismissed this as conjecture, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is scheduled to meet with Chinese officials for trade talks soon. Details of the UK trade deal indicate increased access for agricultural products, chemicals, machinery, and other goods from both countries. The agreement, which still requires Congressional approval, maintains a baseline 10% U.S. tariff on most goods from the UK but includes specific provisions for items like steel, aluminum, beef, and auto imports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Food systems contribute to around a third of global emissions and have a substantial impact on a range of other areas too, including biodiversity and human health. Transforming food systems is critical for meeting the goals of the Paris Agreement. But how should this be done in practice? To find out, Anna and Ruth speak to Emma Williams (Head of the Secretariat of the Alliance of Champions for Food Systems Transformation, ACF) and Richard King (Senior Research Fellow in the Environment and Society Centre of Chatham House). To learn more about food systems transformation and related areas, please see the following Chatham House outputs: The research paper ‘Aligning food systems with climate and biodiversity targets', available here. The report ‘The emerging global crisis of land use', available here. 

In this special Election Edition of Word on the Reef, Tanya Murphy and Brett Goodban dive into one of the most critical questions facing Australians ahead of the Federal Election: Who has the best plan to save the Great Barrier Reef?To find out, we're joined by Maria Poulos Conklin, Head of Government Relations at the Australian Conservation Foundation, who breaks down ACF's powerful Election Scorecard, comparing how each major party stacks up on climate and environmental policies... and let's just say it's a little confronting!PLUS, all the major political candidates for the Far North Queensland electorate of Leichhardt have been invited to share their Reef protection policies with us. Today we're joined by Dr Phillip Musumeci, Greens candidate for Leichhardt, to talk about tube worms, space lasers and why sheep are big fans of solar energy.

Join hosts Daniel Garcia and Eric Peterson as they dive into the latest news and updates in the BoxLang and CFML world. Don't miss out on insights, discussions, and what's coming next for modern software development!

Join us for an in-depth conversation with Kenton Boone, who will become Sr. Pastor of ACF in summer 2025. Learn how he got to ACF and what he's most excited about for the season ahead.

We conclude our “Fret Not” sermon series this weekend with an important message from ACF's Adult Discipleship Pastor Kenton Boone about how we as Christians can find the cure for worrying.

In this episode of the Epigenetics Podcast, we talked with Geeta Narlikar from UCSF about her work on chromatin remodeling, Heterochromatin Protein 1, and the molecular mechanisms that influence the genome. The conversation starts with a pivotal paper from the early days of Dr. Narlikars research career, titled "Distinct Strategies to Make Nucleosomal DNA Accessible," focused on two ATP-dependent remodelers, BRG1 and SNF2H. Here, she notes that while both enzymes operate similarly, they generate different outputs and play distinct biological roles within the cell. The research revealed that BRG1 is more aggressive in altering nucleosome configuration, aligning with its role in transcription activation, while SNF2H showed a more refined approach in the formation of heterochromatin. Transitioning to her work at UCSF, she emphasized the importance of collaboration and mentoring within a research group. Her focus then shifted towards the ACF ATP-dependent chromatin assembly factor, hypothesizing how ACF measures nucleosome distance—an inquiry that led to exciting insights regarding dynamic enzyme behavior. This includes findings that ACF operates not through a static ruler mechanism but rather through a kinetic mechanism, thus continuously adjusting nucleosome positioning based on DNA length during chromatin assembly. Dr. Narlikar also delved into her studies on heterochromatin protein 1 (HP1), highlighting how HP1 recognizes methylation marks and assembles on chromatin to facilitate gene silencing. This segment of the discussion underscored her shift to studying phase separation and its implications in the organization of chromatin. Notably, her lab made significant advancements in understanding how HP1 forms phase-separated droplets, a finding that was independently corroborated by other laboratories, demonstrating the utility of collaborative scientific inquiry. In discussing the nuances of chromatin dynamics, Dr. Narlikar also introduced her investigations into the INO80 complex, detailing its distinct mechanism for nucleosome movement compared to other remodelers. Each remodeling complex, as she elucidated, has unique catalytic capabilities while still utilizing similar biochemical foundations, highlighting the diverse regulatory roles these proteins play within cells.   References Racki LR, Yang JG, Naber N, Partensky PD, Acevedo A, Purcell TJ, Cooke R, Cheng Y, Narlikar GJ. The chromatin remodeller ACF acts as a dimeric motor to space nucleosomes. Nature. 2009 Dec 24;462(7276):1016-21. doi: 10.1038/nature08621. PMID: 20033039; PMCID: PMC2869534. Canzio D, Liao M, Naber N, Pate E, Larson A, Wu S, Marina DB, Garcia JF, Madhani HD, Cooke R, Schuck P, Cheng Y, Narlikar GJ. A conformational switch in HP1 releases auto-inhibition to drive heterochromatin assembly. Nature. 2013 Apr 18;496(7445):377-81. doi: 10.1038/nature12032. Epub 2013 Mar 13. PMID: 23485968; PMCID: PMC3907283. Sinha KK, Gross JD, Narlikar GJ. Distortion of histone octamer core promotes nucleosome mobilization by a chromatin remodeler. Science. 2017 Jan 20;355(6322):eaaa3761. doi: 10.1126/science.aaa3761. PMID: 28104838; PMCID: PMC5656449. Larson AG, Elnatan D, Keenen MM, Trnka MJ, Johnston JB, Burlingame AL, Agard DA, Redding S, Narlikar GJ. Liquid droplet formation by HP1α suggests a role for phase separation in heterochromatin. Nature. 2017 Jul 13;547(7662):236-240. doi: 10.1038/nature22822. Epub 2017 Jun 21. PMID: 28636604; PMCID: PMC5606208. Sanulli S, Trnka MJ, Dharmarajan V, Tibble RW, Pascal BD, Burlingame AL, Griffin PR, Gross JD, Narlikar GJ. HP1 reshapes nucleosome core to promote phase separation of heterochromatin. Nature. 2019 Nov;575(7782):390-394. doi: 10.1038/s41586-019-1669-2. Epub 2019 Oct 16. PMID: 31618757; PMCID: PMC7039410.   Related Episodes Enhancers and Chromatin Remodeling in Mammary Gland Development (Camila dos Santos) Heterochromatin Protein 1 and its Influence on the Structure of Chromatin (Serena Sanulli) Heterochromatin and Phase Separation (Gary Karpen)   Contact Epigenetics Podcast on Mastodon Epigenetics Podcast on Bluesky Dr. Stefan Dillinger on LinkedIn Active Motif on LinkedIn Active Motif on Bluesky Email: podcast@activemotif.com

I'm delighted to bring you today the first in a series of conversations from a remarkable day-long session put on by the Institute for America, China, and the Future of Global Affairs, or ACF, at Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS). The session was held on Monday, February 3, and was called “Getting China Right.” On today's show, we've got U.S. Senator Andy Kim of New Jersey, one of the best-informed and sensible legislators focused on China today. He'll be in conversation with James Steinberg, dean of SAIS, who also served as Deputy Secretary of State from 2009 to 2011. You'll hear introductory remarks from Jim and from Jessica Chen Weiss, inaugural faculty director ACF and David M. Lampton Professor of China Studies at SAIS, who listeners certainly know from her appearances on Sinica. More to come in this series, so stay tuned! Please enjoy Senator Kim's very thoughtful remarks.Watch the morning sessions on YouTube here.The Institute for America, China, and the Future of Global Affairs (ACF) of the Johns Hopkins University's School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) was established in 2024 to add rigor and reason to public and policy discussions on China and the range of domestic and international issues that intersect China's global role, bringing together experts and practitioners to foster informed public dialogue, promote evidence-based research, and support the next generation of scholars and practitioners. ACF was founded with the support of Johns Hopkins University and philanthropic contributions from across the United States.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.   Today is Friday, Jan. 31, 2025. An old industrial site in Huntington will soon see new life as a manufacturing hub…West Virginia produces two more chef nominees for the prestigious James Beard Award…and plan a winter getaway to one of Almost Heaven's charming mountain towns…on today's daily304.   #1 – From HERALD-DISPATCH – A renovation two years in the making, the former ACF property and its last remaining building that served Huntington's old generation will now serve the new. The Huntington Municipal Development Authority board of directors voted to award two contracts for the infrastructure work on The Foundry (former ACF Industries site) and the renovation of the ACF machine shop, which is the last standing building on the property. HMDA bought the property in February 2020 and has been planning for this project for two years. The next step is getting approval from the U.S. Economic Development Administration to give the contractor the release to begin. One of the contracts will be to renovate the former machine shop to be the Marshall Advanced Manufacturing Center's welding and robotics laboratory--a prospect that has city officials excited.  Read more: https://www.herald-dispatch.com/news/acf-property-building-construction-awarded/article_eb25c85a-d9b5-11ef-87b9-4bb7662eac1a.html   #2 – From WOWK-TV – The 2025 James Beard Award nominations are out, and West Virginia is featured in some of the categories! Chef Chase Collier at Ristorante Abruzzi is in the running for the Southeast's Best Chef category, and William Dissen, who is originally from Charleston and is at The Market Place in Asheville, North Carolina, is in the Outstanding Chef category. This isn't the first time a West Virginia chef has been nominated for a James Beard Award. Chef Paul Smith of 1010 Bridge was nominated twice in the same category and won in 2024. Read more: https://www.wowktv.com/news/west-virginia/kanawha-county-wv/west-virginia-chefs-nominated-for-james-beard-awards/   #3 – From MLIVE – Winter in Almost Heaven mountain towns is unlike anything else you could ever experience. From snowy, scenic overlooks to cozy cabin stays, West Virginia is the perfect winter wonderland with its snow-covered mountains and warm small towns. If you're craving an Appalachian adventure, these charming mountain towns -- Morgantown, Davis, Fayetteville, Princeton and Snowshoe -- are perfect for a winter getaway. From outdoor adventures to cozy lodging and delicious local dining, you're sure to find plenty to do in West Virginia's mountain towns.  Read more: https://www.mlive.com/sponsor-content-n/?prx_t=taEJAR35tAI8ILA&ntv_acpl=770595&ntv_acsc=2&ntv_avcsc=2&ntv_ot=2&ntv_plt=770595_34486&ntv_pcc=zccdPiDzBMrwMpTvwT2yyUNS8TvBfQkqsaIUli0m5iE80IlFmrWz7XfSvNl6i1Fy&ntv_ui=d771cb57-94ed-4ee2-a25b-f409ee153454&ntv_ht=QUOTZwA   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo.  That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.  

Headlines: Dutton gains ‘significant lead’ over Albanese as preferred PM, Trump threatens Putin with tariffs and demands apology from 'nasty’ bishop, cost of a Melbourne to Sydney flight has jumped since competition collapse and no Aussies left in the singles at the Australian Open. Deep Dive: How would you rate Labor on its environmental record? After sweeping to power in 2022 promising to be a point of difference to the Liberals, its failed to come through on a number of key pledges. As we head into the 2025 federal election the focus and priority of both the major political parties and the public has changed. Cost of living, housing, healthcare and the economy are ranking as the biggest issues according to the Ipsos Issues Monitor. So, can we expect much of either party when it comes to the environment this year? The Australian Conservation Foundation is hoping so, and in today’s episode of The Briefing, Sacha Barbour Gatt is joined by the ACF’s National Biodiversity Policy Adviser, Brendan Sydes to find out more. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @listnrnewsroom Instagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Forsyte has led Pacific Symphony since 1998, during which time it has emerged as the largest orchestral institution founded in the U.S. in the past 50 years. Under his leadership, the Symphony has grown in national and international stature. Pacific Symphony made its debut at Carnegie Hall in 2018 as one of two orchestras invited to perform in Philip Glass' 80th birthday celebration. That same year, the Symphony embarked on its first tour of China, performing in five major cities. The 2017-18 season culminated with the Symphony's first nationally televised appearance on PBS's Great Performances. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Forsyte spearheaded innovative community engagement efforts, including hundreds of video productions for schoolchildren and nonprofit partners. The Symphony also launched Symphony on the Go, a mobile stage concert series offering free performances in neighborhoods throughout the region. For its dedication to serving the community during this challenging time, Pacific Symphony was recognized as the Nonprofit of the Year for the Central/South Orange County region. Forsyte's decades-long collaboration with Music Director Carl St.Clair has pioneered new concert formats and audience engagement methods, helping build an audience base that better reflects the demographics of Orange County. These initiatives include semi-staged opera productions, annual children's offerings, the innovative Café Ludwig chamber music series with Orli Shaham and Pacific Symphony principal musicians. A major milestone in Forsyte's tenure was the creation of the American Composers Festival (ACF). The festival has featured thematic and contextual programs, world premieres, commissioned works, and performances of rarely heard pieces, highlighting the Symphony's commitment to innovative and compelling programming. Over the years, the ACF has garnered critical acclaim and featured prominent composers such as John Adams, Philip Glass, and William Bolcom, and has attracted a wide range of audiences, further solidifying Pacific Symphony's reputation as a leader in promoting American music. During Forsyte's tenure, Pacific Symphony became the only orchestra in California to receive a James Irvine Foundation New California Arts Fund Grant. This supported the creation of the Building Communities Concert Series, featuring cultural celebrations such as Lunar New Year, Nowruz, and a free family festival around the Lantern Festival, further expanding the Symphony's engagement with the region's diverse communities. Pacific Symphony has expanded its community engagement programs, creating transformative initiatives like arts-X-press (a middle school arts immersion camp), Heartstrings (a partnership with 47 nonprofit organizations), the free Lantern Festival, Strings for Generations in partnership with the South Coast Chinese Cultural Center, and Santa Ana Strings. Under Forsyte's guidance, the Symphony's award-winning music education offering, the Freida Belinfante Class Act program, has grown from 7 to 30 schools. A strategic priority during Forsyte's tenure has been the expansion of the Pacific Symphony Youth Ensembles program. This initiative now includes four distinct groups: Pacific Symphony Youth Orchestra, Pacific Symphony Youth Wind Ensemble, Pacific Symphony Santiago Strings, and Pacific Symphony Youth Concert Band. Together, these ensembles serve over three hundred students annually, offering exceptional training and performance opportunities for young musicians across Southern California. The program's transformative impact is demonstrated by the high rate of students accepted into leading music conservatories and universities. Under Forsyte's leadership, Pacific Symphony has maintained a balanced budget for more than two decades while significantly increasing its fundraising efforts. Contributed income has grown fivefold, and the organization has raised an additional $35 million for its endowment during this period. Forsyte's contributions to the arts have been widely recognized. He has been honored with the Helen M. Thompson Award from the American Symphony Orchestra League and the Helena Modjeska Cultural Legacy Award by Arts Orange County. He currently serves on the Chief Executive Roundtable at UC Irvine and the boards of Arts Orange County and Orange County Music and Dance. -- Critical Mass Business Talk Show is Orange County, CA's longest-running business talk show, focused on offering value and insight to middle-market business leaders in the OC and beyond. Hosted by Ric Franzi, business partner at REF Orange County.

What will a new administration in Washington mean for American children, particularly the most vulnerable? This week, Naomi and Ian are joined by Lynn Johnson, founder of All In Fostering Futures and former Assistant Secretary of the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) during the first Trump administration. Lynn explores the federal government's role in influencing child welfare at the state level and highlights how reducing regulations and compliance burdens can enable child welfare workers to focus more on serving children and families directly.She reflects on ACF's focus during the first Trump administration, particularly its efforts to prioritize permanency in order to improve long-term outcomes for children in foster care. Lynn also discusses the need to revisit certain policies around kinship care introduced during the Biden administration. She also argues that some of the Biden administration's rules limited state governments' ability to collaborate with faith-based organizations to support foster children. Finally, she underscores the importance of interagency efforts to promote stable families and prevent children from entering the foster system altogether.Resources • How Churches Can Make a Difference in the Lives of Children Who Need Foster Care | Naomi Schaefer Riley• New White House Proposal to Further Alienate Religious Foster Parents | Naomi Schaefer Riley• The Privilege Hiding in Plain Sight | Ian RoweShow Notes• 00:47 | What were the child welfare priorities of the first Trump administration, and how much influence does the federal government have over policies regarding children and families? • 02:20 | Is there a parallel between the Administration for Children and Families and the Department of Education, in terms of their ability to influence state and local policy?• 04:40 | What steps did you take in your role during the first Trump administration, and what steps should be taken now that will get us closer to positive impact? • 10:00 | What can the federal government do that states cannot do to support a child who has experienced extreme instability and a high number of placements in the foster system?• 11:59 | What have the last four years looked like for child welfare under the Biden administration?• 19:31 | The Biden administration worked to implement certain requirements for foster care organizations regarding LGBTQ+ children, which could have negative impact on faith-based agencies. How should the next administration approach this issue?• 24:47 | How much should the federal government focus on prevention when it comes to child welfare issues?

A prison sentence doesn't have to be the end of your story. Join us for a conversation with an ACF pastor and senior leader who shares his experience of incarceration, being separated from his wife and young children, and how God called him into ministry following his time served.

A history of God's faithfulness and supernatural provision before and during Pastor John Wasserman's forty years of ministry in Airport Christian Fellowship. This church in Bonaero Park was known as the black hole and the pastor's graveyard, since about 15 pastors who took on this church crashed and burned during the first 20 years of its existence. God's faithfulness has been the foundation or bedrock carrying Pastor John for the forty years of his ministry in this church, and that is also true for us in every area of our lives, whether it be in our jobs, businesses or personal spiritual walk with God. God's faithfulness stops us from being consumed by difficulties, his mercies never fail but are new every day. Faithfulness is a core attribute of God, part of his nature, and it is established in heaven. It is unchanging, regardless of circumstances. His promises are certain because his character is steadfast. God's faithfulness is of covenant nature wherein He is completely committed to his promises and is unable to break his word. His promises are kept throughout a thousand generations. It behoves us to be faithful in our generation to model to the ones following us this covenant relationship. His faithfulness is demonstrated in the way He preserved Israel throughout the generations. He is also doing the same for the Church of Jesus Christ. We can also testify that God has been faithful to the church, ACF, as well as towards individual members. That faithfulness of God is not only a foundation, but it also sets the course for great assurance and faith in Him for the next forty years. God's faithfulness has shaped our personal walk with Him. Faithfulness is a landmark of maturity for believers because it reflects the character of God. The faithfulness of God should inspire in us a greater commitment to- and deep gratitude in our hearts towards him.

À Madagascar, sur les haute-terres centrales, aux abords des zones volcaniques, les fruits et légumes poussent à profusion. Pourtant, les voyants nutritionnels sont étonnamment rouges. Les chiffres de malnutrition chronique y sont même parmi les plus élevés de l'île : dans l'Itasy, un enfant de moins de 5 ans sur deux souffre de retard de croissance par manque de diversification alimentaire. Un cours de cuisine est dispensé aux agricultrices de la région par une nutritionniste. Une manière ludique de montrer que l'on peut se nourrir bien, mieux, et surtout autrement qu'avec du riz. Et d'insuffler de nouvelles habitudes alimentaires. De notre correspondante à Madagascar,« Ok, tout le monde arrive à voir ? Le but de notre séance, aujourd'hui, va être de cuisiner une recette avec les denrées disponibles en ce moment au village. » Face à une trentaine de mères de famille d'Ambararatabe, Linah Raheriniaina, promotrice nutrition pour Action contre la faim (ACF) donne les consignes de l'activité culinaire du jour. « Je le rappelle, la propreté est capitale pour lutter contre la malnutrition, ok ? Donc, on se lave les mains avec du savon, mais aussi tous les ustensiles qu'on va utiliser ! »Au milieu du cercle formé par les mères trône le produit phare du jour : les patates douces à chair orange, introduites il y a deux ans dans le village, dans le but de combler certaines carences alimentaires. Toutes, ici ou presque, ont commencé à les cultiver sur leur parcelle, après avoir reçu gratuitement des semences. « D'après vous, qu'apportent les aliments de couleur jaune-orange ? » Tout en cuisinant, la promotrice questionne les participantes. « Bon, je récapitule : les patates à chair orange apportent des vitamines. Les cacahuètes contiennent l'huile qui donne de la force. Les haricots blancs peuvent remplacer la viande, car ils contiennent des protéines. Et rappelez-vous, hein : il faut qu'il y ait sept ingrédients diversifiés pour que ça fasse un repas nutritif pour un enfant. »À lire aussiMadagascar: des programmes pour changer les habitudes alimentaires des populations ruralesCuisiner équilibréAccroupie devant une marmite, oignons à la main et couteau dans l'autre, Hanitra écoute attentivement. Elle aussi s'est mise à produire des patates douces, explique-t-elle. Seulement, ni elle ni aucun de ses trois enfants n'en mangent jamais. Sa situation est emblématique de celle des cultivateurs de la région. « Le riz que je récolte, c'est pour la famille. Mais tout ce que je cultive d'autre, maïs, patates douces, haricots blancs, je suis obligée de les vendre pour avoir de l'argent et payer les dépenses du quotidien comme l'écolage, l'église, le retournement des morts. Même si j'aimerais mieux en garder pour notre consommation. »Alors entre elles, les femmes s'encouragent à essayer de changer leurs habitudes, en fonction de leurs possibilités. Grâce à ces rendez-vous culinaires mensuels, les enjeux d'une alimentation plus équilibrée et plus nutritive sont intégrés, peu à peu. Faratiana a introduit le pain à la patate douce dans son foyer. Et c'est une réussite, explique la jeune mère entourée de ses quatre enfants : « Sans ces cours, je n'aurais jamais cuisiné toutes ces nouvelles choses. Grâce à la "patate orange", on a même diminué notre consommation de riz. »Faratiana représente l'espoir dans ces zones maraichères, minées par la malnutrition chronique. Se forcer à modifier son alimentation pour se nourrir mieux et plus équilibré, quand tout est déjà dans son potager : un immense défi, à l'échelle du pays.À lire aussiMadagascar: quand l'hygiène devient un outil de lutte contre la malnutrition

There's a masssive gender divide in support for nuclear energy in Australia. Why? And what happens when you talk about nuclear energy on social media? Introducing the Nukebros, in time for an upcoming election year in Australia where nuclear energy is set to become a key issue as we head to the polls. Today, we speak with Jane Gardner about the vast gender divide for support in Australia and what happens when you take on a key issue on social media, knowing that it'll bring out the 'explainers'.The Australian Conservation Foundation has just released new data, in partnership with 1 Million Women, revealing one of the biggest gender splits on support for an issue ever seen in Australia.This is the first ep of our Summer Series!In this series, we're experimenting with the format over the holiday period to bring you more conversations about some of the challenging issues we cover, and introduce you to some of the most intriguing women we come across.About Jane Gardner Jane's been with the ACF for a year now and has previously worked with the Climate Council as well as in media at several global NFPs. She also hosted Al Gore on his Inconvenient Sequel press conference in Australia. You can catch up on all the stories we discuss on Women's Agenda and more on our website here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Last month, as another 30 days of war passed in Ukraine, Russian activists, economists, and politicians in the exiled anti-Kremlin opposition spent much of their time arguing about a banking scandal from the last decade. The debate has been as mystifying to outsiders as it is confusing to those without an education in finance.  With help from Ilya Shumanov, the general director of Transparency International-Russia in exile, The Naked Pravda breaks down the squabbling and criminal stakes at the heart of the scandal involving Probusinessbank, the Anti-Corruption Foundation, and activist Maxim Katz. Timestamps for this episode: (5:27) The complex schemes at play in Probusinessbank (20:35) Where the Russian authorities and the FSB fit in (32:21) Political repression and legal battlesКак поддержать нашу редакцию — даже если вы в России и вам очень страшно

This episode delves into how the drama may reshape the WordPress ecosystem and its potential business implications for agencies and developers.Main talking points include:WP Drama Overview: Ongoing tensions between WordPress founder Matt Mullenweg (Automattic) and WP Engine, a major hosting company, have escalated.WordPress Plugin Repository Conflict: Automattic blocked WP Engine from the WordPress plugin repository, which raised concerns within the WordPress ecosystem.Advanced Custom Fields (ACF) Takeover: Automattic allegedly "hijacked" the free version of ACF from the repository, though WP Engine still manages ACF Pro for paying customers.WP Engine's Response: WP Engine downplayed the situation and found a workaround to update plugins despite the block, using VPNs to bypass restrictions.Client Concerns: The drama has led to increased client uncertainty, with some questioning the security and viability of WP Engine, despite no immediate risks.Impact on Developers: The conflict has made some developers consider alternatives to WordPress and question whether WordPress remains the best solution for certain projects.Community Reaction: The drama has sparked discussions about the contributions to the WordPress community, with concerns over profiteering by WP Engine.Long-Term Effects: Uncertainty about the future relationship between WP Engine and Automattic, with potential long-term impacts on the WordPress ecosystem.Developer Anxiety: Some developers have lost contracts due to client concerns, reflecting the ripple effect of the conflict on business decisions.Alternative Solutions: A growing discussion around whether WordPress is the best fit for all projects, with mentions of alternative platforms like Squarespace or Shopify.Philosophical Questions: Broader debates on the nature of open source, contribution expectations, and the role of the community in the growth of WordPress.

Georgia goes to Austin and takes down #1 Texas, Tennessee beats Alabama in Knoxville (again) giving the Tide their second loss before November for the first time since 2007, Miami, BYU and Iowa State all survive to stay undefeated, Notre Dame, Clemson and LSU keep winning, Indiana is for real and there are some REAL questions about Michigan. McElroy breaks it all down in our Sunday edition of ACF. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Georgia goes to Austin and takes down #1 Texas, Tennessee beats Alabama in Knoxville (again) giving the Tide their second loss before November for the first time since 2007, Miami, BYU and Iowa State all survive to stay undefeated, Notre Dame, Clemson and LSU keep winning, Indiana is for real and there are some REAL questions about Michigan. McElroy breaks it all down in our Sunday edition of ACF. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Adobe unleashes its Firefly AI video model broadly. Mark Gurman lays out Apple's headset strategy going forward. What's been going on with the Internet Archive. What the heck IS going on with WordPress? VC deals are dropping precipitously. And a review of the Meta Quest 3S.Sponsors:WashingtonPost.com/rideShopify.com/rideLinks:Adobe's AI video model is here, and it's already inside Premiere Pro (The Verge)Apple Has a New Smart Home Strategy: Screens Everywhere (Bloomberg)The Internet Archive is back as a read-only service after cyberattacks (The Verge)In latest move against WP Engine, WordPress takes control of ACF plugin (TechCrunch)Venture capital deal activity is slowing down (Axios)Meta Quest 3S review: Impressive VR for $300 (Engadget)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This is a recording provided by Adirondack Christian Fellowship of Dave's guest teaching on Psalm 102. Given at ACF on Sunday September 15th, 2024. Theme: Bring your Burdens This is one of the Penitential Psalms, which is a psalm in which the author shows a penitent heart, they confess their brokenness, their sin, and their need for God's forgiveness. Psalms 6, 32, 38, 51, 102, 130, and 143 are all categorized as penitent psalms. Psalm 51 as you may recall is King David's lament after being caught in his sin with Bathsheba & Uriah the hitite. This is also a Messianic psalm, and I will show you why. There are three segments to this psalm: Vv 1-11 - Personal Lament Vv 12-22 - Future hope Vv 23-28 - Eternal God Psalm 102.1-11 What do you think this writer is going through? What is his distress? Terminal cancer - June of 2023 - Steve Beck. Glioblastoma Depression. Psalm 42.3 says, “My tears have been my food day and night” The Sorrow of Unrepentant, un delt-with Sin. Psalm 102.12-22 Future hope What a turn in the text. We go from a lament in total pain and anguish to a Parise., “You Lord sit enthroned forever, your renown endures through all generations.” CONTEXT Whenever we study the Bible we must always ask about the context; WHO wrote this, WHO did they write it to? WHEN was it written? WHERE was it written from and where was it written to? Once we know these things we will be better informed to ask the Holy Spirt WHAT we are supposed to do with this information and HOW we can apply it to our lives. What is ZION? 2 Sam 5.7; Psalm 2:6; 48:2, 11-12 & 132:13; Jer 31.6; Isa 40.9; Jer 31.12; Zec 9.13 Psalm 102:13,16,21 In the midst of this poets personal lament of anguish to the Lord he calls out and says, “I am going through this pain, but you rule soverough over all, our beloved Jerusalem has fallen, and its people in Exile, but you are in charge and you will see it rebuilt, both its walls and its people.” V18, “Let this be written for a future generation, that a people not yet created may praise the Lord.” The nation of Israel is proof of God's existence No other people group in the world's history has been whipped out, destroyed, and come back. A language gone extinct and then come back. The Israelites are God's people and a study of the prophecies in the Bible in conjunction with world history is the closest actual proof we can have of God's existence. Moving on… Psalm 102.23-28 - Eternal God V23-24 - a return to a personal lament - “he broke my strength, he cut short my days.” and a plee - “do not take me away, my God, in the midst of my days.” A personal cry out followed by an acknowledgment of who God is, he is the eternal creator that will go on forever. This world is going to end, but you are not. We see here a prophetic message of what the future holds for our earth. Isa 34:4 Mat 24:35 2Pe 3:7-10 How is this a Messianic Psalm? Heb1.10-12 Heb 1.1-2; Heb 13.8 Concluding Psalm 102 Psalm 55.22 - “Cast your burden on the Lord and he shall sustain you.” --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ironsheep/support

Voices @ Sydney Palestine Rally here II Joy Hannah -  Lebanese Resistance Activist about the spread of war into LebanonJanufa Yaad speaking followed by Senator David Shoebridge on Australian culpability regarding weapons. Recorded on 4-8-2024 by Vivien Langford.John Shipton for Palestine here II John Shipton speaking for the first time since his son Julian Assange's release, speaking at the Melbourne International Day of Solidarity with Palestinian Prisoners. Slap Bang Kiss here II Tomáš Kantor talks to us about being one of the key actors in the new touring MTC play Slap Bang Kiss which puts revoluntonary teenagers on centrestage info here This is the Week here II Kevin Healy asks all the important questions.Fracking the Kimberley? here II Just when you thought the fossil fuel catastrophe could not go any stupider the talk of fracking the Kimberley is back on the table. We speak with Climate Change Program Manager at the ACF, Gavan McFadzean about the issue.Housing Crisis Survival Expo here II During Homelessness Week RAHU ran a Housing Crisis Survival Expo on the medium strip on St George's Rd, Preston. We speak with Harry Millward, Secretary of the Renters and Housing Union, about the camp.

CLIMATE ACTION SHOWJULY 8TH 2024PRODUCED BY VIVIEN  LANGFORD D O N ' T    L O O K   A W A Y.FROM PLUMES OF SMOKE IN THE FOREST, FROM FUGITIVE METHANE NEAR GAS WELLS AND FROM STARVATION IN PALESTINEGuests: Dr Philip Zylstra - Curtin University and UNSW -Expert at nipping bushfires in the bud.https://www.anu.edu.au/news/all-news/prescribed-burning-could-be-making-...(link is external) Piper Rollins Climate Campaigner from Australian Conservation Foundation https://www.acf.org.au/australia-dramatically-underreporting-gas-and-coa... David Rovics with his new album Notes from a Holocaust https://davidrovics.bandcamp.com/album/notes-from-a-holocaust(link is external) Don't look away from Palestine - Rovics Concerts this week in MelbourneNorthcote July 12th - 7pmhttps://www.songkick.com/concerts/41688463-david-rovics-at-black-spark-cultural-centreBallarat July 14th  2024 -2pmhttps://www.songkick.com/concerts/41688466-david-rovics-at-ballarat-trades-hall Don't look away from actual Bushfire BehaviourAssociate Professor Philip Zylstra, from Curtin University, said: “If they're too tall to catch fire, plants calm bushfires by slowing the wind beneath them. If disturbance kills those taller plants, replacements regrow from the ground and add to the fuel. Prescribed burns are a fire mitigation tool used with the aim of reducing fuel load to minimise the intensity and severity of fires.  However, while prescribed burns can sometimes decrease flammability in the short term, the way they disrupt forest ecosystems can create longer periods of additional flammability.  “Very frequent burning close to homes or control lines could create defendable spaces, but large, remote and infrequent burns maintain the landscape at maximum fire risk because they undermine the natural controls that forests place on fire," Associate Professor Zylstra said. The remote areas that burn have often been extensively logged eg Eden NSWRECENT MESSAGE FROM BOB BROWN FOUNDATION JULY1STAn end to native forest logging should have happened more than a decade ago but this list is another killing plan to feed export woodchippers, Malaysian timber company Ta Ann, and Victorian sawmills that have no social licence,” Jenny Weber, Bob Brown Foundation's Campaigns Manager said.“Kilometres of new wilderness-destroying roads will be slashed into ancient forests that have never seen a chainsaw, including taxpayer-funded roads into untouched Takayna rainforests and 6km into the Wentworth Hills near Lake St Clair. Clearfell operations in areas essential to the critically- endangered migratory Swift Parrot have been drafted despite the threat that poses to the species,” said Erik Hayward, Bob Brown Foundation Campaigner. “Lines on maps have been drawn that carve up some of the most remarkable natural landscapes this globe has to offer. For the defence of our natural world we will remain committed and defiant in the face of this complete abandon,” said Erik Hayward.“Over the last six weeks, hundreds of Australians joined the largest protest against native forest logging in Tasmania in the last decade, in Takayna. Prime Minister Albanese needs to immediately put an end to such native forest logging in Australia, which is requested by more than 75% of Labor's voters,” said Jenny Weber. Don't look away from methane :  An investigation by ACF and the global non-profit Clean Air Task Force last year detected methane escaping from more than 100 sources at 35 industrial sites in Queensland and NSW.  “When it comes to rapidly reducing Australia's most potent climate heating pollution, cutting methane emissions from the coal and gas industry is low hanging fruit.”Methane emissions are believed to account for about 30% of the global temperature rise(link is external) since the industrial revolution.  David Rovics' new album of songs was composed between October and December 2023He says "  I wrote them to bear witness to the genocide of the Palestinian people that continues by the hour as I publish this album."Hear the drones above your headWhat were the last words that she saidBefore she joined the thousands deadAs the bombs rain down

We all need strong father figures. Men who are wise and walk in that wisdom. Men who are faithful and show up for their families. Men who honor God and submit to him in all things. Father's Day is a great time to pray up your dad or the father figure in your life. They need our constant support and encouragement. I'm especially grateful for my dad. He's the one who teaches me about gratitude and God.  The one who appreciates the wonder of birds and trees and bats. He appreciates life's little joys like a cup of McDonald's coffee and all things small town Texas.  He never meets a stranger without making a new friend. He loves America and the Church – and he's endlessly optimistic about both. He is devoted to Mimi and every member of his big ol' family – and never forgets to tell us all how much he loves us.  Shower your dad with words of affirmation. And don't forget to pray for him always. SHOW NOTES: Check out my shop for some goodies! Sign up for my weekly newsletter.  Join us Sundays at my home church, Austin Christian Fellowship. Learn about ACF's Prayer Barn. Stay at The Franklin our treasure in small town, Texas! Airbnb link here. Listen to more of Sara Davis Regan's music

As I'm sure I've said on the show before, there's no amount of money that could convince me to go back and relive my teenage years. But I do genuinely love and have so much empathy for kids in this phase of life and all that it entails, which is why I'm so happy to share today's conversation on the show. I had a chance to sit down with renowned parenting and childhood development expert Ellen Gallinsky, who has just published a phenomenal book called The Breakthrough Years: A New Scientific Framework for Raising Thriving Teens. Ellen spent nearly ten years talking with teenagers about what they think about, what they would like to know, how they feel, and perhaps most interestingly, what they would like adults to understand about them. She shares her discoveries in The Breakthrough Years, and through it, offers a paradigm-shifting comprehensive understanding of adolescence. So in this conversation, we explore some what Ellen shares in her book, including why this phase of life is clouded by so many negative stereotypes and misconceptions, the pivotal brain development and skill acquisition happening during the teen years, the power of "shared solutions" problem-solving in fostering life and executive function skills, and what Ellen learned about teens' need for belonging and how we can support this essential aspect of their development.   About Ellen Galinsky Ellen Galinsky is President of Families and Work Institute, President of the Work and Family Researchers Network (WFRN), and senior advisor at ACF at HHS. Previous jobs include Chief Science Officer at the Bezos Family Foundation and faculty at Bank Street College. Her life's work revolves around identifying important societal questions, conducting research to seek answers, and turning the findings into action. Her research is focused on work-life, children's development, youth voice, child-care, parent-professional relationship, and parental development. She's the author of Mind in the Making and The Breakthrough Years. She's also authored 90 books/reports and 360 articles. Career highlights include serving as President of NAEYC, a fellow of the National Academy of Human Resources, a parent expert on the Mister Rogers Talks with Parents TV series, receiving a Distinguished Achievement Award from Vassar College and the 2022 Lifetime Achievement Award from WFRN.   Get Exclusive NordVPN deal here → https://nordvpn.com/tilt - It's risk-free with Nord's 30-day money-back guarantee!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Family is a lot of things. It's precious, wonderful, and life-giving, but also can be messy and even disappointing or heartbreaking at times. In those times, we need to go to Jesus for healing and ask for just that. Whether it be conflict, sickness, distance, or something in between— the Bible shows us countless times how Jesus can heal anything. That includes you and your family! If you're looking for a short saying to hold onto in times of worry or pain, let me offer you another simple prayer that I love to pray over my own home in times of need: "Jesus, be in the house, and heal my family" SHOW NOTES Check out my shop for some goodies! Sign up for my weekly newsletter.  Join us Sundays at my home church, Austin Christian Fellowship. Learn about ACF's Prayer Barn. Stay at The Franklin our treasure in small town, Texas! Airbnb link here. Listen to more of Sara Davis Regan's music

I've been a mother since my early 20's, and I can tell you from firsthand experience that I spent a lot of my time since praying for my children—as many mothers do. (Maybe you too?) A mother's prayers are selfless, strong, courageous, and endless. Since this weekend is Mother's Day - I thought what a lovely thing to pray for the mothers around us and in our lives, who normally spend their time praying for others.  If you're a mother, I hope you feel so deeply loved and appreciated, always, but especially this weekend. If you aren't a mother, but have one in your life, I hope you pray this over them—or maybe your own prayer! SHOW NOTES Download the Mother's Day Prayer here! 1 Corinthians 13 Sign up for my weekly newsletter.  Join us Sundays at my home church, Austin Christian Fellowship. Learn about ACF's Prayer Barn. Stay at The Franklin our treasure in small town, Texas! Airbnb link here. Listen to more of Sara Davis Regan's music

Send us a Text Message.Step into our kitchen-counter studio, where the heat is always on high and the plates are as sustainable as they are scrumptious. Chefs Lance Cook and Jason F. Lynn join us with their sleeves rolled up, ready to dish out stories from the culinary competition frontlines. It's a melting pot of adrenaline, artistry, and green ingenuity, where every sizzle and chop is a step toward a more environmentally friendly future. Brace yourself for a buffet of wisdom on preparing for a culinary contest that's as much about protecting our planet as it is about palate-pleasing.Our conversation takes a turn towards the chopping block of professional growth, where feedback is the secret sauce to a chef's evolution. I peel back the layers of my own stint in culinary showdowns, revealing how critiques can be a dish best served constructively, to hone one's craft. Meanwhile, Chef Lance spills the beans on his new role and the upcoming thrill of a Food Network appearance, juxtaposing the rigorous prep of ACF challenges against the whirlwind of TV cooking. Whether you're whisking up a storm at home or garnishing your way to gold, this episode is your recipe for embracinGet ready to innovate your space with Metro! As the industry leader in organization and efficiency, Metro is here to transform your kitchen into a well-oiled machine.With their premium solutions, you'll experience the Metro difference. Metro's sturdy and versatile shelving units, workstations, holding cabinets, and utility carts are designed to streamline operations and maximize your productivity. Metro: Your partner in organization and efficiency. Peninsula Foodservice: The Best Beef! Peninsula Foodservice delivers Creekstone Farm beef, with top-quality meats and #1 service for Chefs Walk-In Talk Podcast now sweetened by Noble Citrus! Bite into a Juicy Crunch tangerine, 40 years perfected; seedless and oh-so-tasty. Or savor a Starburst Pummelo, the giant citrus with a unique zing. Don't miss Autumn Honey tangerines, big and easy to peel. Noble - generations of citrus expertise, delivering exceptional flavor year-round. Taste the difference with Noble Citrus! Here is a word about our partners:Citrus America revolutionizes the retail and hospitality sectors with profitable solutions:- Our juicing machines excel in taste, hygiene, and efficiency.- Experience fresh, natural, and exciting juices as an affordable luxury.- We promote a healthier lifestyle by making it effortless to enjoy fresh, natural ingredients.- Join us in transforming the way people enjoy juices.Elevate your beverage game to new heights! Support the Show.Thank you for listening to the Walk-In Talk Podcast, hosted by Carl Fiadini and Company. Our show not only explores the exciting and chaotic world of the restaurant business and amazing eateries but also advocates for mental health awareness in the food industry. Our podcast offers a behind-the-scenes look at the industry. Don't miss out on upcoming episodes where we'll continue to cook up thought-provoking discussions on important topics, including mental health awareness. Be sure to visit our website for more food industry-related content, including our very own TV show called Restaurant Recipes where we feature Chefs cooking up their dishes and also The Dirty Dash Cocktail Hour; the focus is mixology and amazing drinks! Thank you for tuning in, and we'll catch you next time on the Walk-In Talk Podcast. https://www.TheWalkInTalk.com Also rate and review us on IMDb:https://www.imdb.com/title/tt27766644/reference/

Sham Aziz is the founder of Thecxway, a customer service consultancy. In this episode, we dive into the beginnings of his brand, the benefits of consultancies & Sham's 100 interviews. We also discuss the rise of redundancies, brands disappearing & how department shrinks can effect companies for years to come. How important is the in-store experience in retail? When should you buy online, and when should you not? Find out more in this episode! Connect with Sham - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shamasaziz/  Become a CX Insider - https://www.linkedin.com/company/cx-insider/   Check out our website - https://cxinsider.com/ ACF Technologies is the global leader in customer experience software solutions. Their tailored services range from appointment booking to queue management to event scheduling, and everything in-between. ACF help the world's biggest organisations supercharge their customers' experiences.

I can't tell you how excited I am that Will III and my daughter-in-love, Amy, are close to expecting the newest addition to their family. We're on baby watch - ready to help whenever the time comes. There are two verses that we've prayed over all the grand babies in our family, and I couldn't think of a better time to share a prayer based on both for a new baby in your life. Whether you're a grandmother, aunt, cousin or friend – new babies need our prayers. Love the Lord your God with all your heart, all your soul, and all your mind. - Matthew 22:37 I have no greater joy than this, to hear that my children are walking in the truth - 3 John 1:4 SHOW NOTES Sign up for my weekly newsletter.  Join us Sundays at my home church, Austin Christian Fellowship. Learn about ACF's Prayer Barn. Stay at The Franklin our treasure in small town, Texas! Airbnb link here. Listen to more of Sara Davis Regan's music

There has been more than one night in my life where I've found myself wide awake with worry, fear, or just whirling thoughts. It made me wonder if you've ever had a night where you just can't seem to stop the noise in your head, too. In moments of sleeplessness, I've found myself turning to two different verses in the book of Psalms, and I wanted to share a prayer with you that speaks to both of them. I hope it helps to quiet your soul. In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety. - Psalm 4:8 By day the Lord directs his love, at night his song is with me—a prayer to the God of my life. - Psalm 42:8   SHOW NOTES Sign up for my weekly newsletter.  Join us Sundays at my home church, Austin Christian Fellowship. Learn about ACF's Prayer Barn. Stay at The Franklin our treasure in small town, Texas! Airbnb link here. Listen to more of Sara Davis Regan's music

*Adaptive Climbing Festival is a finalist for the 2024 Changemaker Award!* Adaptive Climbing Festival (ACF) is crafting a shift in adaptive climbing. Not only is it easier than ever for a person with a disability to TRY paraclimbing, but through ACF, there are also now more opportunities to build skills and depth in the paraclimbing community, deepening the knowledge and expertise that adaptive leaders can use to empower future generations of adaptive climbers. We sat down with Mo Beck, one of the organizers of ACF and a pro athlete, to talk about how Adaptive Climbing Fest started, its impact, and why ACF is such a meaningful finalist for the AAC's Changemaker Award. We also chatted about Mo's climbing philosophy, the emotions of retiring from competing, trolls on Mountain Project, and how she's seen the sport change over 25 years of climbing. *** Hear from the other finalists and Climbing Award winners at the AAC's Annual Gala! Learn more and grab tickets: https://americanalpineclub.org/annual-benefit-gala

WordPress is a very popular tool for making websites that can be easily extended to get the job done. While the original focus of WordPress was blogs, over time other websites started being created with it through the use of plugins like WooCommerce (eCommerce sites), ACF (dynamic data-driven sites), and Elementor (sites that can be built visually). This versatility fuels WordPress' continued popularity, but also brews a community that believes it's a bloated and dated tool. Having recently make a website with WordPress, Matt takes us through a deep dive of what he believes is an identity crisis stemming from Gutenberg/FSE, no built-in disaster recovery, and limitations forcing the use of multiple plugins. Show Notes: https://www.htmlallthethings.com/podcasts/wordpress-is-a-no-code-tool-that-requires-coding Learn with Scrimba: https://scrimba.com/?ref=htmlallthethings

On the radio show this week we cover what really happened in the State of the Union (Hint: Victories!); how to get help through the ACF; the ability of culture change to push legislative change – and what you can do too; and we also hear from an award-winning author about the power of YOUR story.    *Special guests include:  Jenny Byer, MomsRising, @MomsRising; Debra Johnson, Administration for Children & Families in the Biden-Harris Administration; Nicole Jorwic, Caring Across Generations, @caringacrossgen; Justina Chen, award-winning author of more than 9 books including most recently, “With Twice the Love, Dessie Mae,” @JustinaYChen

There are a lot of people grieving in our world today. How can we as Christ-followers process grief in a healthy way and walk alongside others who are mourning? Join us for a conversation with ACF's Pastoral Care leader regarding grief in 2024.

Personal boundaries are currently a hot topic in today's culture, but are they biblical? Here's a special episode where we get to pick the brain of ACF's Pastoral Care Leader regarding how to establish biblical boundaries and enforce them.

Hello, hello, hello! I am over the moon to welcome you to the Simple Prayers Podcast with me, Susie Davis! Prayer is conversation with God. And that conversation doesn't need to be formal or complicated or “perfect” by any means. Prayer should be natural. Easy. Joyful. Even fun! Because it's fun to talk to someone you love. Prayer is you and God talking about the things that matter most to you. In the Simple Prayers Podcast, I want to encourage you to talk to God – daily, hourly, always. Because simple prayers can change your life.  In the first ever episode, I'm sharing a simple prayer that I've been praying over my life for decades. The really amazing thing is that it's a prayer to ask God to follow what Jesus calls the greatest commandment. Since Jesus said it's a big deal, I wanted to get my life in line with it. So I turned it into my heartfelt prayer. Maybe you'd like to pray this one too? Dear God. Help me to love you. Help me to love others. Help me to love myself. Amen.  I'm praying this over my life. And yours too. Welcome to the Simple Prayers Podcast. I'm glad you're here. :) SHOW NOTES Become a Newsletter Friend. Join me at Austin Christian Fellowship on Sundays online or in-person. Learn about ACF's Prayer Barn. Listen to more of Sara Davis Regan's music. :)

Chef to chef – this is what inspires us, this is what brings us together, this is how we move forward as an industry. Being part of something that is representative, collaborative, historically significant, and in tune with making a difference is inspiring. The American Culinary Federation, celebrating 95 years of representing and helping to define the American chef is such an organization. Positioned to lead the profession of chef forward and helping all who tie on an apron to navigate the challenges ahead, the ACF has never been more important than it is right now. Join CAFÉ Talks podcast as we share an hour with Chef Christopher Tanner, the newly appointed Executive Director of the ACF. His fresh perspective will serve to point, once again, to the significance of professional cooks and the important role they play in helping to define an important part of American culture.

Chef to chef – this is what inspires us, this is what brings us together, this is how we move forward as an industry. Being part of something that is representative, collaborative, historically significant, and in tune with making a difference is inspiring. The American Culinary Federation, celebrating 95 years of representing and helping to define the American chef is such an organization. Positioned to lead the profession of chef forward and helping all who tie on an apron to navigate the challenges ahead, the ACF has never been more important than it is right now. Join CAFÉ Talks podcast as we share an hour with Chef Christopher Tanner, the newly appointed Executive Director of the ACF. His fresh perspective will serve to point, once again, to the significance of professional cooks and the important role they play in helping to define an important part of American culture. 

If you know me, you know that one thing I love to collect are vintage copies of books I adore. Around this time each year, I find myself coming to the same worn book that's perched on the bookshelf in my office: Let's Keep Christmas by Peter and Catherine Marshall. In today's podcast, I sit down to give a live reading of this book to you and yours, in hopes that this story that started as a sermon reminds you that "Keeping Christmas" is something we do when we honor Christ all year long— but especially at this time of year. I hope you enjoy this book as much as I do! Wishing you and yours the Merriest Christmas and Happiest New Year. SHOW NOTES Become a Newsletter Friend and get weekly-ish encouragement and know about all the fun things coming in 2024. Join us Sundays (or this Christmas Eve!) at my home church, Austin Christian Fellowship, online or in-person. Learn more about ACF's Ministry Partners here. Want to learn more about becoming a Christian? Email here. Stay at The Franklin our treasure in small town, Texas! Airbnb link here. Listen to more of Sara Davis Regan's music. :)

I can't believe that 2023 is coming to a close already. Can you? Today on the podcast, Tori and I look back over this year and talk about the wonderful things that have happened this year, but also the not-so-wonderful things. I hope that you take time to sit down and ask yourself and your loved ones reflective questions as December comes and goes. What were you grateful for this year? What did you learn about yourself this year? What is something small and something big that you're dreaming of for next year? It's so important to be curious about your own story as well as others. Who's someone that you could ask one of these questions to? SHOW NOTES Become a Newsletter Friend and get weekly-ish encouragement and know about all the fun things coming in 2024. Read about our Acts 2:46 Dinners here. Join us Sundays (or this Christmas Eve!) at my home church, Austin Christian Fellowship, online or in-person. Learn more about ACF's Ministry Partners here. Want to learn more about becoming a Christian? Email here. Stay at The Franklin our treasure in small town, Texas! Airbnb link here. Listen to more of Sara Davis Regan's music. :)

Creating whimsy over the holidays is one of my favorite things to do when we have the whole family at home. Today, Tori and I go through the ways that I've incorporated different traditions into my family's Christmas each year. Whether we're making a yummy milk punch, eating at the table, or opening gifts— there are so many ways that you can make this holiday a little more magical. SHOW NOTES Become a Newsletter Friend and get weekly-ish encouragement and know about all the fun things in 2023. See The Davis Girls' Christmas Competition Song here! Listen to the Holiday Blunders Podcast Episode. Milk Punch Recipe to make this season! Join us Sundays (or this Christmas Eve!) at my home church, Austin Christian Fellowship, online or in-person. Learn more about ACF's Ministry Partners here. Want to learn more about becoming a Christian? Email here. Stay at The Franklin our treasure in small town, Texas! Airbnb link here. Listen to more of Sara Davis Regan's music. :)

Happy Thanksgiving! I can't believe it's already here. This week on the podcast, I sit down with Tori and we talk about different questions that you can ask at your table this year— and we even do a few rapid-fire Thanksgiving questions!  I so hope you like it as much as we did. Wishing you and yours a wonderful Thanksgiving! SHOW NOTES Become a Newsletter Friend and get weekly-ish encouragement and know about all the fun things coming up this fall. Join us Sundays at my home church, Austin Christian Fellowship, online or in-person. Learn more about ACF's Ministry Partners here. Want to learn more about becoming a Christian? Email here. Stay at The Franklin our treasure in small town, Texas! Airbnb link here. Listen to more of Sara Davis Regan's music. :)

How do you stay hopeful during the holiday season? In last week's episode, I had the chance to sit down with my sweet Dad, and talk about all things gratitude. This week on the podcast, I sat down with Tori, and in a similar vein to gratitude - we talk about having hope around the holidays and what that has looked like for me over the years, even in the seasons that have felt less hopeful than others. I hope you like it! SHOW NOTES Become a Newsletter Friend and get weekly-ish encouragement and know about all the fun things coming up this fall. Join us Sundays at my home church, Austin Christian Fellowship, online or in-person. Learn more about ACF's Ministry Partners here. Want to learn more about becoming a Christian? Email here. Stay at The Franklin our treasure in small town, Texas! Airbnb link here. Listen to more of Sara Davis Regan's music. :)

Do you ever wonder how to stay grateful and joyful? Today on the podcast I invited my dad, an expert in staying grateful in all things.  We talked about the last 9 months of his life and all the changes he experienced after his prolonged illness. Our hope is that you listen in and get a few tips on how to maintain an attitude of gratitude during all of life, regardless of circumstances.  Become a Newsletter Friend and get weekly-ish encouragement and know about all the fun things coming up this fall. Join us Sundays at my home church, Austin Christian Fellowship, online or in-person. Psalm 118:24 Grab a copy of Trees and Other Poems Learn more about ACF's Ministry Partners here. Want to learn more about becoming a Christian? Email here. Stay at The Franklin our treasure in small town, Texas! Airbnb link here. Listen to more of Sara Davis Regan's music. :)