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Hezbollah's Role and the Fog of Middle East Diplomacy. Guest: Jonathan Schanzer. The discussion focuses on Hezbollah as a "wholly owned subsidiary" of Iran, with the IRGC directing its activities in Lebanon. Schanzer criticizes the administration for expecting Israel to adhere to a ceasefire while Iran continues to provoke attacks, labeling the current diplomatic strategy as improvised and potentially harmful. 41920

This video provides teaching ideas, discussion prompts, and activities to support the 2 Kings 2-7 lesson in the Come, Follow Me manual.It is designed to serve as a practical resource for teachers, parents, missionaries, and anyone preparing to teach this week's Come, Follow Me lesson.My hope is that these ideas will help simplify your preparation, increase student engagement, and strengthen your confidence as you teach. Lesson Resources and Links Link to "Naaman and Elisha" Video :https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/media/video/2011-03-0074-naaman-and-elisha?lang=eng Link to Purchase UV pens: https://amzn.to/4xXXLBE  Link to “Live by Faith, Not by Fear" Video: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/media/video/2017-01-0004-live-by-faith-not-by-fear?lang=eng& Teaching with Power ResourcesFor links to videos, lesson plans, subscriptions, weekly lesson materials, go to www.teachingwithpower.comTo sign up for a Full Old Testament Subscription, go to:  https://www.teachingwithpower.com/product-page/2026-old-testament-bundle-subscription-all-slides-handouts-and-lesson-plansContact: teachingwithpower@gmail.com Credits & NotesMusic provided by the YouTube Audio Library — Dancing StarSome illustrations in this video were generated using Chat GPT AI.Additional Bible illustrations are provided by Sweet Publishing( http://sweetpublishing.com) under the Creative Commons 3.0 Share-Alike License.All other images are in the public domain. DisclaimerThe content of this video reflects my personal insights and teaching ideas. It does not represent the official position of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

10 Commonly Misunderstood Insurance Terms Explained Episode 389 – Sometimes people get confused by all the jargon used in the financial services industry. It's difficult to understand what you're buying—or what you already have—if you don't understand the language being used. Here is a quick listing of ten terms, commonly used in the life insurance industry, that you might not fully understand. More SML Planning Minute Podcast Episodes Transcript of Podcast Episode 389 Hello, this is Bill Rainaldi, with another edition of Security Mutual's SML Planning Minute. In today's episode: we explain 10 commonly misunderstood life insurance terms. Sometimes people get confused by all the jargon used in the financial services industry, and life insurance is no exception. It can be difficult to understand what you're buying—or what you already have—if you don't understand the language being used. Here is a quick listing of 10 terms, commonly used in the life insurance industry, that are helpful to have a basic understanding of: Underwriting. Before making any sort of offer to you, a life insurance company may need to evaluate your health. For example, life insurance companies generally check to see whether you are a tobacco user or not. A nonsmoker generally has a longer life expectancy than a smoker and thus will often qualify for a better rate and reduce the cost. On the other hand, smoker or not, if you're in particularly poor health, the company may not be able to offer you coverage at all. Beneficiary. Life insurance policies will usually list a beneficiary. That is the person—or entity—who receives the life insurance policy's death benefit if the insured dies. Note that any beneficiary designation under a life insurance policy is separate from beneficiary designations in your will. You could leave your entire estate to your children via your will, but if someone else is the beneficiary of your life insurance policy, that person receives the proceeds. The owner of the policy has the right to change the beneficiary (or beneficiaries) as their needs or desires change and it is recommended to review all of your beneficiaries annually or during any change to your planning strategy. Term Life Insurance. Term life insurance is the simplest form of life insurance. You will pay a premium that covers a specific term of years. 10, 20 or 30 years are common terms for one of these policies. If you die during the designated term, your beneficiary will receive the death benefit. It is generally used when you have a temporary need for insurance, such as paying off a mortgage or funding your child's college education if you're no longer there. Permanent Life Insurance. Unlike a term policy, permanent life insurance is designed to provide lifetime coverage. With most policies, as long as you pay your premiums, the policy stays in force for life, and the death benefit is guaranteed by the insurance company. It also usually provides a cash value. An example of permanent insurance is whole life insurance. Cash Value. With many permanent life insurance policies such as a whole life insurance policy, part of your premium pays the cost of the death benefit, and part of it goes into an account inside the policy and grows on a tax-deferred basis. As a policyowner, you have the right to access these funds if you wish via loans or withdrawals. The funds could potentially be used for major expenditures or cash emergencies if needed. Dividends. It's not just your stock portfolio that can pay dividends; your life insurance policy might do so as well. Life insurance dividends are usually associated with mutual life insurance companies such as Security Mutual Life. Dividends are distributed to policyholders from the insurer’s surplus earnings. They are not guaranteed. Grace Period. This is essentially an automatic safety net that exists on every life insurance policy. If you miss a premium payment, you generally have an extra 30 days past the due date before the policy lapses to pay your premium. And, if you die during the grace period, the full death benefit is payable, although there may be a deduction for any missed premium.[1] Paid-Up Additions. Paid-up additions are like miniature life insurance policies within a whole life insurance policy. Each paid-up addition adds a little bit of extra paid-up death benefit and guaranteed cash value to your policy without ongoing premium. Paid-up additions are often created through a whole life policy rider, although if you have a dividend-paying policy, you might be able to choose to take your dividends as paid-up additions. Since paid-up additions are fully paid up portions of death benefit, they can be surrendered for needed cash by the policyowner, or to pay the policy's premiums, if needed. Doing so will reduce the guaranteed cash value and death benefit.  Accelerated Death Benefit. This allows you to receive a portion of the death benefit while you are still living and is often made available as a rider assigned to specific circumstances such as chronic, critical or terminal illness. It is designed to help provide access to cash for medical bills, nursing care, or other costs associated with the qualifying event. If the advance payout from the life insurance policy is due to terminal illness, it is usually exempt from income taxes.[2],[3] In many circumstances, an accelerated death benefit rider is a simple add-on to a life insurance policy with no separate charge. And finally… Chronic Illness Rider. A chronic illness rider is a type of accelerated death benefit rider that gives you access to part of your death benefit while you are still alive. To take advantage of a chronic illness rider, you need to be certified by a doctor as someone who is ill and not expected to recover. In many cases you will be eligible if you are unable to perform at least two of the six “Activities of Daily Living,” or ADLs, without assistance. These include things like bathing, getting dressed, eating, etc.[4] All these terms can be very confusing. Some may be applicable to you; some may not. The good news is that, if you're contemplating a new life insurance policy, you don't need to go it alone. Your Security Mutual Life insurance agent can help. Your Security Mutual Life insurance agent can augment or help assemble your planning team. They'll coordinate with your attorney and tax professional to review your situation and to determine the insurance plan that will best suit your needs and objectives. [1] Ethos Life. “Understanding the Life Insurance Grace Period.” Ethos.com. https://www.ethos.com/life-insurance/life-insurance-grace-period/ (accessed June 4, 2026). [2] Kagan, Julia. “Understanding Accelerated Benefits in Life Insurance Policies.” Investopedia.com https://www.investopedia.com/terms/a/accelerated-benefits.asp (accessed June 4, 2026). [3] Stimpson, Jeff. “Form 1099-LTC Explained: Long-Term Care and Death Benefits.” https://www.investopedia.com/1099-ltc-form-what-to-know-about-the-1099-ltc-form-4781748 (accessed June 4, 2026). [4] Progressive Insurance. ”What is a life insurance critical or chronic illness rider?” Progressive.com. https://www.progressive.com/answers/critical-chronic-illness-rider/ (accessed June 4, 2026).   More SML Planning Minute Podcast Episodes This podcast is brought to you by Security Mutual Life Insurance Company of New York, The Company That Cares®. The content provided is intended for educational and informational purposes only. Information is provided in good faith. However, the Company makes no representation or warranty of any kind regarding the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of the information. The information presented is designed to provide general information regarding the subject matter covered. It is not to serve as legal, tax or other financial advice related to individual situations, because each individual's legal, tax and financial situation is different. Specific advice needs to be tailored to your situation. Therefore, please consult with your own attorney, tax professional and/or other advisors regarding your specific situation. To help reach your goals, you need a skilled professional by your side. Contact your local Security Mutual life insurance advisor today. As part of the planning process, he or she will coordinate with your other advisors as needed to help you achieve your financial goals and objectives. For more information, visit us at SMLNY.com/SMLPodcast. If you've enjoyed this podcast, tell your friends about it. And be sure to give us a five-star review. And check us out on LinkedIn, YouTube and Twitter. Thanks for listening, and we'll talk to you next time. Tax laws are complex and subject to change. The information presented is based on current interpretation of the laws. Neither Security Mutual nor its agents are permitted to provide tax or legal advice. The applicability of any strategy discussed is dependent upon the particular facts and circumstances. Results may vary, and products and services discussed may not be appropriate for all situations. Each person's needs, objectives and financial circumstances are different, and must be reviewed and analyzed independently. We encourage individuals to seek personalized advice from a qualified Security Mutual life insurance advisor regarding their personal needs, objectives, and financial circumstances. 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Dr. Paul Eastwick, PhD, is a professor of psychology at the University of California, Davis, and a leading expert on the modern science of mate selection in humans. We discuss what people actually look for in a partner, including surprising findings about age preferences, finances, and physical attractiveness. We also discuss why dating apps often lead people to select for traits that don't support lasting partnerships. We discuss how initial attractions form and evolve and which factors best predict romantic relationship stability and satisfaction. We also explain activities that can expand your dating pool, as well as practical tools for building and sustaining healthy romantic relationships. This episode is for anyone currently in or wanting to be in a relationship. Read the episode show notes at hubermanlab.com. Thank you to our sponsors AG1: https://drinkag1.com/huberman David: https://davidprotein.com/huberman Lingo: https://hellolingo.com/huberman LMNT: https://drinklmnt.com/huberman Function: https://functionhealth.com/huberman Timestamps (00:00:00) Paul Eastwick (00:03:25) Evolutionary Models of Dating, Mate Value (00:08:57) Initial Attraction, Maturity (00:12:56) Sponsors: David & Lingo (00:15:21) Dating Apps; Shared Moments & Developing Attraction (00:24:17) First Impressions & Early Relationships; Partner Bias (00:31:41) Friends & Family Support; Relationship Research, Attachment Theory (00:42:15) Sponsor: AG1 (00:43:34) Couple Friends, Advice from Others (00:47:35) Social Support, Women vs Men (00:55:05) Dating App Algorithms, Distrust of Men & Women (01:05:29) Activities & Dating, Observing Date Social Behavior (01:11:25) Texting, Verbal Skills (01:16:15) Sponsor: LMNT (01:17:36) Partner Actions, Dating vs Relationship (01:22:57) Dating & Asking Good Questions; Genuine Connection (01:29:36) Attraction, What Qualities Men & Women Want (01:36:18) Homosexual Dating & Relationships (01:40:08) Finances; Job Loss; Men vs Women, Ambition (01:46:28) Sponsor: Function (01:48:05) Age Difference, Men vs Women Preference; Wanting Children (01:54:58) Church, Activities, Small Groups & Dating; Work; Perceived Similarity (02:07:10) Social Media, Attraction to Alternative Partners, Infidelity (02:19:13) Stranger Attention, Mate Value (02:24:58) Past Relationship Value; Relationship Duration, Breakups (02:34:33) Physical Intimacy & Relationship Satisfaction (02:39:32) Young Adults & Changing Relationships, Technology (02:47:31) Zero-Cost Support, YouTube, Spotify & Apple Follow, Reviews & Feedback, Protocols Book, Sponsors, Social Media, Neural Network Newsletter Disclaimer & Disclosures Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If your message is predictable, your message is invisible.If your advertising is predictable, your advertising is invisible.When something never changes, we quit paying attention to it.But we always pay attention to things that are new, surprising, and different.What qre you doing for your customers that is new, surprising, and different?Talk about those things in your advertising.Most business owners are fearful of making a mistake.But you cannot do things that are new, surprising, and differentunless you are willing to take a chance.If you never make mistakes, you'e not taking enough chances.Take a chance.Offer your clients a product, a service, a benefit, or a guarantee that surprises and delights them.The first step is to decide how you will surprise and delight your customers.The second step requires energy and activities.Energy and Activities.Energy and Activities.Energy to Energize.Activities to Organize.Let's review what we have learned.ONE: Predictability is Invisibility.TWO: You will delight your customers with something that is new, surprising, and different.THREE: Business growth is fueled by energy and activities.Decide what you will do that is new.And then do it.– Roy H. WilliamsStarting with a single strand of pearls that he purchased for his girlfriend, Jeremy Shepherd has become one of America's most successful sellers of pearls and pearl jewelry. Intrigued by the pearl business, he became rich in pearls of wisdom as he accumulated a treasure trove of entrepreneurial insights through his successes and his mistakes.Roving reporter Rotbart credits Jeremy with recognizing a business opportunity and then having the determination to transform himself into one of the industry's leading experts. If you're looking for profit-making advice that has real luster, Jeremy's insights glow with it.Pearls of wisdom are free today – and on the way – at MondayMorningRadio.com

Send us Fan Mailcomprehensive overview of the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) exam, detailing its structure, content, and the professional standards required of candidates. These sources outline critical regulatory frameworks managed by FINRA and the SEC, focusing on prohibited market activities such as insider trading, front running, and churning. They further define the permitted roles of registered representatives, established gift and compensation limits, and the strict protocols for maintaining outside business activities. Additionally, the materials provide practical study strategies and personal insights from exam takers to help candidates navigate the test's emphasis on rules and ethics. Collectively, the texts serve as both a technical syllabus and a professional conduct guide for individuals entering the financial services industry.Support the show

What if one simple daily habit this summer could reduce screen battles, spark meaningful conversations, and build your child's character — all at the same time? Summer reading activities do not have to be complicated to be powerful.This episode shows how 10 minutes a day of read alouds can transform your summer into something your kids actually remember . . . with practical ideas for every age from elementary all the way through high school:✅Why read alouds are the single most powerful summer reading activity you can do✅Age-by-age ideas for elementary, middle school, and high school that actually work✅How one question after any chapter sparks real conversations without any pressure✅Simple hands-on activities that pair perfectly with any book your family is reading✅Why stopping read alouds when kids can read on their own is one of the biggest homeschool mistakes✅Why 10 consistent minutes beats any elaborate summer learning plan every timeGrab the FREE Read Aloud Magic and start your summer reading activities this week.Resources for YouRead Aloud Magic (free resource — favorite read aloud books, tips, and ideas, linked in show notes) Show Notes:One Simple Summer Habit That Does More Than Any CurriculumWhat if I told you there is one simple habit this summer that could reduce screen battles, build family relationships, improve reading skills, spark meaningful conversations, and create memories your kids remember for years? It doesn't require expensive curriculum, elaborate lesson plans, or hours of preparation.Many homeschool moms during the summer are thinking — should we keep schooling? What if they forget something? Do I have enough time to take a break? What if summer learning could feel more like family connection and less like school?Summer is the perfect time to shift from worksheets to stories, from checklists to conversations, and from assignments to curiosity.The One Habit: Read AloudsRead alouds give you so much more than just reading. They give you leadership. They give you learning. They give you character development. They give you family bonding and family conversation. And best of all, one book can work for many ages.I still remember when Steve was reading the Little Bridges series to our kids. We were driving in our giant van and all of a sudden the kids started talking about how that grandpa in the story was so crotchety. They said they'd never want their grandpa to act like that. Did I ask them questions? Did I give them a multiple-choice test? No. They had been so involved in the story that they were comparing the grandpa's character to their own grandpa's. That is family bonding, character development, and family conversation — all happening naturally.How to Get Started This WeekIf you are not reading aloud, especially in the summer when things slow down, I want to challenge you to pick a book today or tomorrow and start reading 10 minutes a day. Before breakfast, after breakfast, before bed, during lunch while the kids are eating and you have their full attention.Don't overthink it. Consistency matters more than length. It is better to do 10 minutes every single day this summer than to do 30 minutes today and then nothing for five days. Schedule it. Put it on your calendar so it actually happens.What C.S. Lewis Knew About Stories and ImaginationC.S. Lewis lost his mother when he was very young, and books became a refuge for him. He spent countless hours in mythology, fairy tales, and classic literature. That imagination was what inspired the Chronicles of Narnia, Mere Christianity, and The Screwtape Letters.He said — reason is the natural organ of truth, but imagination is the organ of meaning. He believed this is where children grasp meaning. Through stories, children encounter courage, sacrifice, honesty, loyalty, and faith before they are even able to explain those things. Read alouds feed both the mind and the heart. They do more than teach reading skills. They shape your kids' imagination, character, and faith.Too often when we start school, we squash that imagination — sit down, do a bunch of workbooks, read this short story and answer these questions. That is not education. We need to protect curiosity and imagination. How did we get to where we are with technology and creativity? Because someone had imagination. And a lot of times that starts with really good books.Summer Reading Activities for Elementary AgesFor elementary-aged kids, focus on wonder, curiosity, and family connection. Picture books, chapter books, family read alouds are all great places to start. Read under a tree. Go up in a backyard fort. Spread out a blanket at the park. Read during popsicle time. Build a blanket fort and read underneath it. Listen to audiobooks in the car.Make it fun. Draw your favorite characters. Create a craft related to the story. Act out scenes. Create a treasure hunt based on a book.Laura Ingalls Wilder's mother Caroline was a certified school teacher who believed in education and literacy as essential, not optional. Even during the difficult frontier years, no matter where they lived, she prioritized teaching her children to read. And those family experiences became the inspiration for the entire Little House series.What if you read Little House in the Big Woods this summer? Make homemade butter. Learn a pioneer chore. Cook over a fire. Compare pioneer life to modern life. Easy, fun, and meaningful — not just reading and writing.Summer Reading Activities for Middle SchoolMiddle schoolers often become passionate about specific topics. Right now my 11-year-old is into history and has been reading historical fiction. Maybe your kids are into horses, planes, ancient history, missions, nature, or sports.Let your child pick the topic — not you. They will be so much more interested. Then let them read three kinds of books on that topic — a fiction book, a biography, and a nonfiction. For Hunter, that looked like a fictional baseball story, a biography of Derek Jeter, and a book on the science and math of baseball.Ask one question after reading each day — what surprised you? What would you like to learn more about? What would you have done differently in that story? Then maybe do one extra activity. Watch a documentary, go to a museum, cook a related meal, build a model.These things develop critical thinking skills, ownership, and independent learning. I didn't want my kids to always have to do everything a teacher told them. I wanted them to think for themselves, plan for themselves, and make choices for themselves.Summer Reading Activities for High SchoolMany moms stop reading aloud when their kids can read on their own. Big mistake. Many stop in high school. Even bigger mistake. Teens still need discussion. They still need to develop their listening skills. They need exposure to great ideas. And they still need family connection.We still read aloud in the morning, and Steve would read to them several evenings a week. For older kids, try a Christian biography, a mission story, historical fiction, great literature, the classics, or an apologetics book. Don't be afraid of a classic just because the vocabulary feels heavy — the ideas are worth it.Ask questions like — what character stood out today? What would you have done in that person's place? How does this compare to Scripture? What leadership lesson do you see? Choose one biography or one classic and read it together, then discuss it once a week. Over ice cream. At a coffee shop. On an evening walk. Keep it simple.Bringing It All TogetherPair your read alouds with simple summer experiences. If you're reading about Harriet Tubman, go outside at night and look at the North Star — she followed it to guide enslaved people to freedom. If you're reading about a historical time period, bake something from that era.Just last week we were reading Why Don't You Get a Horse, Sam Adams? and we made Johnny Cakes for breakfast — which we found out are actually called journey cakes because you could take them on a long journey and they wouldn't go bad. She was telling her dad all about it when he got home that evening. That is learning that sticks.Summer becomes intentional, relational, and memorable — not just educational.You don't have to recreate school. You don't need elaborate plans or expensive curriculum. One book. One conversation. One family read aloud can inspire a love of learning. And inspiring a love of learning? That's the easiest thing read alouds do.To help you get started, grab my free Read Aloud Magic resource in the show notes. It has 20 to 30 of our family's favorite read aloud books, tips for how to run read alouds, and simple ideas for turning books into meaningful family learning experiences — no workbook required.Will you take the read aloud challenge this summer? Start this week — just 10 minutes a day. That's all it takes.

Why do so many literacy initiatives start with excitement but struggle to produce lasting results? In this episode, I dive into one of the most common literacy mistakes happening in schools today: disconnected instruction. Too often, Tier 1 instruction, small groups, intervention, tutoring, and progress monitoring all operate as separate systems. Teachers are working incredibly hard, but when instruction isn't aligned, students are left trying to navigate different routines, expectations, and approaches throughout the day. The problem usually isn't a lack of effort—and it isn't always the program. The problem is often the system. Join me as I explore why alignment matters more than effort, how consistent instructional routines support struggling readers, and what schools can do to create a more cohesive approach to literacy instruction. CLICK HERE FOR FULL SHOW NOTES

As more Americans express the desire to age in place, navigating the intersection of financial security, legal protections, and healthcare needs becomes paramount. In this episode of Talk Law Radio, host and Texas attorney Todd Marquardt dives deep into the legal, financial, and emotional blind spots families face when preparing for long-term senior care. The episode features two expert guests who bring unvarnished truths and practical solutions to the table. First, Joseph Warren, a Financial Planner with Financial Planning HQ, discusses the critical role of financial strategy, market navigation, and radical accountability when building a roadmap for retirement. Then, Regina Yockey, Administrator at Avenues Home Care, joins the show to shed light on the realities of the home care industry, the power of proactive pre-planning, and what it truly means to provide compassionate, one-on-one care for our aging loved ones. Key Topics Covered The Power of Unvarnished Financial Truth: Joseph Warren shares why high-net-worth clients need advisors who act as a "financial CEO" rather than "yes men," highlighting a 2022 case study on moving excess cash into the market during high inflation to protect early retirement goals. Accountability & Holistic Strategy: Why simple investment management is only one piece of the puzzle, and how building emergency cash reserves (especially in volatile sectors like the Texas oil fields) takes the emotion out of unexpected industry shifts. The Landscape of Senior Rehabilitation and Home Care: Regina Yockey demystifies the transition from hospital short-term rehab to home care, breaking down Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and explaining how private caregivers preserve independence. Proactive Planning vs. Crisis Mode: A moving discussion on why families must have difficult conversations early—touching on dementia progression, long-term care insurance, and overcoming the "guilt factor" before an emergency or a fall forces a sudden decision. The "Take Care Of" Clause & Instruction-Based Planning: Todd Marquardt explains how families can transition from mere "permission slip" legal planning to instruction-based planning, ensuring an elder's explicit wishes are honored and sibling conflicts are prevented. Sinners & Saints: A thoughtful segment exploring proportional justice alongside heartwarming, real-life stories of caregivers going above and beyond—using music, companionship, and deeply personalized care to uplift seniors. Key Takeaways Information vs. Action: We are drowning in knowledge, but financial and retirement success belongs to those who act on the best advice with an accountable team behind them. The Hidden Cost of "Flat Fees" & Advisor Ethics: A look at traditional industry practices of ranking clients, and why flat-fee financial models ensure every client gets the attention they deserve. Pre-Planning Protects Dignity: Waiting until an acute medical event occurs limits your choices; early legal documentation and home assessments keep seniors safer and independent longer. Instruction is Key to Legal Protection: Legal planning shouldn't just be about passing down assets after death; it must explicitly address disability, incapacity, and specific long-term care desires to prevent family fractures. -Sponsored by Marquardt Law Firm and Financial Planning HQ -Go to marquardtlawfirm.com and financialplanninghq.net Contact Information Featured in this Episode Marquardt Law Firm (Todd Marquardt): Call 210-530-4278 or visit marquardtlawfirm.com. Financial Planning HQ (Joseph Warren): Call 210-444-2128 for a complimentary 20-minute financial roadmap strategy session. Avenues Home Care (Regina Yockey): Call Regina directly at 830-832-0089 or the San Antonio office at 210-236-5582. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff Ayliffe is the man with his finger on the pulse of the outdoor events and experiences that you need to know about in the Western Cape and he joins CapeTalk’s Sara-Jayne Makwala King every Saturday and Sunday morning on Weekend Breakfast. Weekend Breakfast with Sara-Jayne Makwala King is the weekend breakfast show on CapeTalk. This 3-hour morning programme is the perfect (and perky!) way to kickstart your weekend. Author and journalist Sara-Jayne Makwala-King spends 3 hours interviewing a variety of guests about all things cultural and entertaining. The team keeps an eye on weekend news stories, but the focus remains on relaxation and restoration. Favourites include the weekly wellness check-in on Saturdays at 7:35am and heartfelt chats during the Sunday 9am profile interview. Listen live on Primedia+ Saturdays and Sundays between 07:00 and 10:00am (SA Time) to Weekend Breakfast with Sara-Jayne Makwala-King broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/AgPbZi9 or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/j1EhEkZ Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff Ayliffe is the man with his finger on the pulse of the outdoor events and experiences that you need to know about in the Western Cape, and he joins CapeTalk’s Sara-Jayne Makwala King every Saturday and Sunday morning on Weekend Breakfast. Weekend Breakfast with Sara-Jayne Makwala King is the weekend breakfast show on CapeTalk. This 3-hour morning programme is the perfect (and perky!) way to kickstart your weekend. Author and journalist Sara-Jayne Makwala-King spends 3 hours interviewing a variety of guests about all things cultural and entertaining. The team keeps an eye on weekend news stories, but the focus remains on relaxation and restoration. Favourites include the weekly wellness check-in on Saturdays at 7:35 am and heartfelt chats during the Sunday 9 am profile interview. Listen live on Primedia+ Saturdays and Sundays between 07:00 and 10:00 am (SA Time) to Weekend Breakfast with Sara-Jayne Makwala-King broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/AgPbZi9 or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/j1EhEkZ Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Episode 207, Scott Piehler's topics include: The City Council adopts a new plan. A shooting at Crown Beach. A Planning Board preview.  One of the world's top sailors is headed to Alameda. A changing of the guard on Coast Guard Island. Beer downtown, and birds and bites at Alameda Point. Activities for your weekend, including ways to say “Thanks, Dad.” Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook •  Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • TikTok • YouTube • Apple News •

Send us Fan MailWhat's up PE Nation!Today I share how we run Striker Ball for K-5 and why it fits so well as a follow-up to Foursquare and Gaga Ball. I break down the setup, the rules that keep it safe and fair, and the simple ways we teach kids to settle disputes fast. • why Striker Ball works as a progression from Foursquare and Gaga Ball • simple setup using medium cones and court circles • objective of scoring through cone goals while defending your own • ball height rule to keep strikes low and controlled • rotations for K to 1 to keep play simple • numbered positions and serving rotation for grades 2 to 5 • “no neighbor outs” rule to prevent cheap scores and teach awareness • dispute process using group voting or replaying the point Take care,Dave-Check out supersizedphysed.com for more resources, including free PDFs, articles, and courses to help with your PE program. Please leave a review to help grow this podcast and keep pushing our profession forward.-Article on Outside PE Checklist-Team Building Games Ebook (with preview): https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Team-Building-Games-and-Activities-for-PE-Class-14063095-Free resources include Substack and Medium articles with PE tips, games, and strategies-High Fives and Empowering Lives book available as an ebook or paperback-Paperback or download: HERE-Amazon Ebook: HERESupport the show-High Fives and Empowering Lives  book available as an ebook or paperback-Paperback or download: HERE-Amazon Ebook: HERE

In Salt Lake City...theres a myriad of activities taking place to celebrate Juneteenth. It kicked off this morning at the state capitol...and now there's a crowd at the Gateway. Salt Lake Juneteenth festival director Cleopatra Louise joins me now LIVE with the details...

Half of the forest cover surrounding the Barekese Dam, which supplies millions of gallons of water to residents in the Ashanti Region, has been destroyed due to human activities

The Rebbe encourages Rabbi Yosef Chaim and his wife to expand their holy activities, emphasizing that Hashem provides the strength to fulfill these missions. He advises gradual outreach to new groups and praises advance planning for the upcoming Yud-Beis–Yud-Gimmel Tammuz celebration. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/017/009/6341

Throwbacks are where I re-release old episodes from the archives. So don't worry if you have heard it already, as 'New episodes' will continue to come out on Sundays. To get some of the old episodes heard.~~~Our first guest we have tonight is Julian, and he comes to us from Columbia in South America, and Julian will be sharing four of his UFO sightings. Then we head to California in the US to meet Clay, and Clay will be sharing several experiences with beings, UFO sightings and his spiritual awakening, and strange symbols that his Father would draw while in some kind of trance.More information on this episode on the podcast website:https://ufochroniclespodcast.com/ep-251-ufos-over-colombia-strange-activities/Want to share your encounter on the show?Email: UFOChronicles@gmail.comOr Fill out Guest Form:https://forms.gle/uGQ8PTVRkcjy4nxS7Podcast Merchandise:https://www.teepublic.com/user/ufo-chronicles-podcastHelp Support UFO CHRONICLES by becoming a Patron:https://patreon.com/UFOChroniclespodcastX: https://x.com/UFOchronpodcastAll Links for Podcast:https://linktr.ee/UFOChroniclesPodcastThank you for listening!Like share and subscribe it really helps me when people share the show on social media, it means we can reach more people and more witnesses and without your amazing support, it wouldn't be possible.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ufo-chronicles-podcast--3395068/support.

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Too many preps and not enough time? Let's make your planning period actually work for you.Reserve your spot in the Unit Planning Lab here: https://khristenmassic.thrivecart.com/unit/?ref=podcastPlanning for the next school year? If your day is organized by class period, your planning calendar should be too. Grab my Editable Class Period Calendar here: https://khristenmassic.com/secondarycalendarpodGet the Planning Period Reset Toolkit—a free set of quick-start tools to help you protect your time, focus faster, and finally finish something… even during chaotic school days. https://khristenmassic.com/resetShop my Teachers Pay Teachers store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Khristen-Massic-Cte-Teacher-CoachUnit planning for next year starts long before you open Pinterest or hunt for activities. If you're sitting down to plan and your first move is searching for fun projects, let's pump the brakes—you're not alone, but you might be putting the cart before the horse. This mistake is pandemic among secondary teachers, especially if you're building a course from scratch or juggling CTE and electives. That urge to collect shiny activities is strong, but host Khristen Massic is here to steer your planning in a direction that delivers a bigger payoff for your students and your sanity.Many teachers—yes, even the most dedicated—start by looking for what to do, not what students will create or demonstrate. The result? Busy classrooms, energetic students, and a sneaky feeling things are working…until a well-meaning administrator or director asks a pointed question about rigor. Khristen drops a story right from her own teaching life: she built an entire high school course around a “detailed” curriculum, only to realize much too late that it was designed for middle school, not the AP-track kids in her room. The realization landed hardest when she requested equipment, and the CTE director wondered why she was shopping in the wrong aisle.That moment exposed the hole in her planning: she'd never asked what high school students should be able to do in that course. Instead, she'd just grabbed activities and hoped for the best. Sound familiar? This episode is a wake-up call and a practical playbook to make sure you're not just keeping students busy, but actually moving them toward mastery.Stop guessing. The conversation focuses on moving away from “what can I do with my students?” to “what should my students be able to produce?” Secondary classroom teachers, in particular, need this mindset shift. Khristen makes an unpretentious case for starting with outcomes. It doesn't matter whether your point of reference is a curriculum, industry certification, EOC exam breakdowns, or a coffee-fueled late-night brainstorm—what matters is answering the toughest question: What does mastery look like in your class, at the right grade level?Secondary teachers, especially those on their own with a course no one else teaches, know the pain of building benchmarks from scratch. It's hard work. There's often no AP rubric, no group of teammates down the hall, no standardized test to reverse-engineer your units from. You're not just teaching, you're doing curriculum design in the shadows, at night or over the summer, for no extra pay and little recognition. But skipping the step of defining rigorous, age-appropriate outcomes means your “engaging” activities might be missing the mark.Khristen offers a clear, three-question framework: First, what's the actual product or performance students should create by the end of the unit? Second, what do they need to get there—what practice, knowledge, and skills do you have to build? Third, where are students starting from, in terms of what they know, what they can already do, and what misconceptions they might bring? Secondary classrooms are full of wildly different skill sets and backgrounds, and smart teachers don't assume everyone starts from zero.That third question—where are students starting—is the one most teachers skip. Khristen admits she did it for years, defaulting to lowest-common-denominator content or hoping kids would catch up on their own. Sometimes all it takes is a non-scary pre-assessment: sticky notes, a brainstorm, a quick conversation. Knowing your students' starting points keeps you from either boring them with content that's too basic or smacking them with challenges they aren't ready for.The discussion explores the power of making all your classroom activities point toward that ultimate outcome. Labs become essential skills practice. A discussion introduces a concept students will need for the culminating project. Every activity is intentional, not just something you found on a website because you needed anything to fill the hour. Secondary classroom teachers know: When the end product is crystal clear, everything you do serves that goal.One concept discussed was the trap of confusing “busy and engaged” with actual learning. It's easy to celebrate energy and project-building in your room, but if the rigor isn't there, you're selling your students short. When you define the outcome up front, rigor isn't a menu item—it becomes your design criteria. You're not just asking “will this be fun?” but “is this worthy of what my students can actually do?”This episode is for every teacher staring down another year with too many preps, not enough resources, and a passion for giving students more than just hands-on fluff. If you're ready for a smarter, more effective approach to unit planning, Khristen's tough-love message will help you build outcome-first sequences—where every single lesson points toward a worthy product, not just another busy day.Before you lose yourself in a rabbit hole of activities this summer, stop and ask what students will actually produce by the end of the unit. Define it, visualize it, and then plan backward. That's how you build units with real depth, purpose, and excitement—for you and your students. Host Khristen Massic challenges you to make classroom rigor and hands-on learning the same thing—and to never settle for just busyness again.Your secondary classroom deserves more than hustle and hope. Trade activity-chasing for outcome-driven unit planning, and let your students do work that's both fun and truly challenging. Don't just fill days—build something with teeth.Smash “just busy” and level up learning—your students are ready, and so are you.

Throwbacks are where I re-release old episodes from the archives. So don't worry if you have heard it already, as 'New episodes' will continue to come out on Sundays. To get some of the old episodes heard.~~~Our first guest we have tonight is Julian, and he comes to us from Columbia in South America, and Julian will be sharing four of his UFO sightings. Then we head to California in the US to meet Clay, and Clay will be sharing several experiences with beings, UFO sightings and his spiritual awakening, and strange symbols that his Father would draw while in some kind of trance.More information on this episode on the podcast website:https://ufochroniclespodcast.com/ep-251-ufos-over-colombia-strange-activities/Want to share your encounter on the show?Email: UFOChronicles@gmail.comOr Fill out Guest Form:https://forms.gle/uGQ8PTVRkcjy4nxS7Podcast Merchandise:https://www.teepublic.com/user/ufo-chronicles-podcastHelp Support UFO CHRONICLES by becoming a Patron:https://patreon.com/UFOChroniclespodcastX: https://x.com/UFOchronpodcastAll Links for Podcast:https://linktr.ee/UFOChroniclesPodcastThank you for listening!Like share and subscribe it really helps me when people share the show on social media, it means we can reach more people and more witnesses and without your amazing support, it wouldn't be possible.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ufo-chronicles-podcast--3395068/support.

The Rebbe writes about the completion of Tanya printing and a new Tehillim edition with commentaries and additions. He encourages continued active involvement in Chabad activities and extends blessings for Pesach and the ultimate redemption. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/007/007/2074

David Gass welcomes Utah Royals head coach Jimmy Coenraets to the show today! The Royals are 2nd in the NWSL table at the summer break and lined up as a contender for the NWSL Shield. Gass and Coenraets chat about maintaining belief as the team was being built, recruitment strategy, the changes European coaches experience when moving to the NWSL and how Utah will approach the 2nd half of the NWSL season.00:34 - Managing emotions as the Royals are gelling as a cohesive and winning team01:38 - Managing the belief that Utah will get there one day in past seasons03:48 - Biggest differences experienced between the Belgian League and the NWSL07:06 - The impacts of Narumi Miura and Ana Tejada10:27 - Building the new attacking core12:03 - Activities during the extended summer break15:11 - Player recruiting strategy in the NWSL17:45 - Utah's development pipeline21:40 - Setting goals for the 2nd half of the NWSL season

This week on the Insider Report, Kat and Bruce give the scoop on what is going on in the area, including the Chetco Library event schedule, Beyond 250 Living History in Brookings Harbor, Curry County Master Gardener Association Plant Clinic, the play Barefoot In The Park at the Chetco Playhouse, Insider of Southern Oregon Solstice Shred at the Port of Brookings Harbor, Pistol River Concert Association presents Minor Gold, Elks Lodge Student Scholarship Golf Tournament, A Wheely Good Time fundraiser for David’s Chair, Gold Beach Visitors Center Father’s Day Glass Float Giveaways, plus local PSAs, musical performances, and a whole lot more! For the latest scoop, tune in to the show that keeps you in the know! For days and times, go to KCIW.org. Hosts: Bruce Ellis, Kat Liddell; Producer: Bruce Ellisming If you enjoy this program and want to hear more like it, consider supporting Curry Coast Community Radio. Here’s how. Music by Kevin MacLeod. Available under the Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported license: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/legalcode.en. Download link: https://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free

This week I've been reflecting on how nerves show up on race day and how similar situations in other walks of life may be similar or not.Whilst a few nerves are good as they show you care, you don't want to be overcome with nerves for a big event and run the risk of not performing at your best.I recently pushed myself out of my comfort zone and joined an orchestra for the first time in 23 years. I explain how it has helped me to have something else to focus on and look at the parallels with running.To suggest topics for upcoming episodes, message me on IG @therunningrules or email alan@therunningrules.com

Mareko and Craig talk about creative pursuits outside of the workshop and answer your questions. Thanks again to Evenheat, Damasteel, Brodbeck Ironworks, Texas Farrier Supply, Indasa, Tormek, and Maritime Knife Supply for the support.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode you will hear: Susan joins mark to answer a follow-up question about whether a student without impressive extracurricular activities that they will be bringing to their college can get in a selective college Mark reads Part 3 of 11 articles the Chronicle for Higher Ed released o the dire financial crisis colleges face Christina Lopez and Mark discuss a question from a listener from Michigan who wants to know, can an admission officer tell when a parent's fingerprints are all over the student's activities and their essays Lisa interviews Dr. Tricia Siefert about her board game and her video game she creted to help students to successfully transition to college-1 of 2 Recommended Resources JG Talks: Helping prospective and current college students achieve success Colleges that allow self reporting of test scores Colleges that Allow Self-Reporting of SAT and ACT Scores Great source for questions about finances and college Edvisors: Financial Aid, Student Loans, Scholarships and Money Management FAFSA Walkthroughs Mark recommends Complete FAFSA 2026‑2027 Walkthrough | From Start to Submit 2023-2024 FAFSA Walkthrough Video English CSS PROFILE Walkthroughs CSS Profile Walkthrough MEFA Institute: A Deep Dive into the CSS Profile Speakpipe.com/YCBK is our method if you want to ask a question and we will be prioritizing all questions sent in via Speakpipe. Unfortunately, we will NOT answer questions on the podcast anymore that are emailed in. If you want us to answer a question on the podcast, please use speakpipe.com/YCBK. We feel hearing from our listeners in their own voices adds to the community feel of our podcast. You can also use this for many other purposes: 1) Send us constructive criticism about how we can improve our podcast 2) Share an encouraging word about something you like about an episode or the podcast in general 3) Share a topic or an article you would like us to address 4) Share a speaker you want us to interview 5) Leave positive feedback for one of our interviewees. We will send your verbal feedback directly to them and I can almost assure you, your positive feedback will make their day. To sign up to receive Your College-Bound Kid PLUS, our new monthly admissions newsletter, delivered directly to your email once a month, just go to yourcollegeboundkid.com, and you will see the sign-up popup. We will include many of the hot topics being discussed on college campuses. Check out our new blog. We write timely and insightful articles on college admissions: https://yourcollegeboundkid.com/category/blog/ 1. To access our transcripts, click: https://yourcollegeboundkid.com/category/transcripts/ 2. Find the specific episode transcripts for the one you want to search and click the link 3. Find the magnifying glass icon in blue (search feature) and click it 4. Enter whatever word you want to search. I.e. Loans 5. Every word in that episode when the words loans are used, will be highlighted in yellow with a timestamps 6. Click the word highlighted in yellow and the player will play the episode from that starting point 7. You can also download the entire podcast as a transcript We would be honored if you will pass this podcast episode on to others who you feel will benefit from the content in YCBK. Please follow our podcast. It really helps us move up in Spotify and Apple's search feature so others can find our podcast. If you enjoy our podcast, would you please do us a favor and share our podcast both verbally and on social media? We would be most grateful! If you want to help more people find Your College-Bound Kid, please make sure you follow our podcast. You will also get instant notifications as soon as each episode goes live. Check out the college admissions books Mark recommends: https://yourcollegeboundkid.com/recommended-books/ Check out the college websites Mark recommends: https://yourcollegeboundkid.com/recommended-websites/ If you want to have some input about what you like and what you recommend, we change about our podcast, please complete our Podcast survey; here is the link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScCauBgityVXVHRQUjvlIRfYrMWWdHarB9DMQGYL0472bNxrw/viewform If you want a college consultation with Mark just text Mark at 404-664-4340 or email at mark@schoolmatch4u.com. All we ask is that you review their services and pricing on their website before the complimentary session; here is link to their services with transparent pricing: https://schoolmatch4u.com/services/compare-packages/

This video provides teaching ideas, discussion prompts, and activities to support the 2 Samuel 11-12, 1 Kings 3, 6-9, 11 lesson in the Come, Follow Me manual.It is designed to serve as a practical resource for teachers, parents, missionaries, and anyone preparing to teach this week's Come, Follow Me lesson.My hope is that these ideas will help simplify your preparation, increase student engagement, and strengthen your confidence as you teach. Lesson Resources and Links Link to WORDLE game instructions:Mosiah 4-6, Come Follow Me  Link to "Widow of Zarephath" Video :https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/media/video/2016-12-0016-widow-of-zarephath?lang=eng Link to “Elijah and the Priests of Baal" Video: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/media/video/2021-11-1340-elijah-and-the-priests-of-baal?lang=eng Link to "You're Never Alone" Video:https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/media/video/2009-08-33-youre-never-alone?lang=eng Teaching with Power ResourcesFor links to videos, lesson plans, subscriptions, weekly lesson materials, go to www.teachingwithpower.comTo sign up for a Full Old Testament Subscription, go to:  https://www.teachingwithpower.com/product-page/2026-old-testament-bundle-subscription-all-slides-handouts-and-lesson-plansContact: teachingwithpower@gmail.com Credits & NotesMusic provided by the YouTube Audio Library — Dancing StarSome illustrations in this video were generated using Chat GPT AI.Additional Bible illustrations are provided by Sweet Publishing( http://sweetpublishing.com) under the Creative Commons 3.0 Share-Alike License.All other images are in the public domain. DisclaimerThe content of this video reflects my personal insights and teaching ideas. It does not represent the official position of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

How do you talk with children about death, dying, and grief - especially when the truth feels impossible to say? Most adults feel unprepared to tell a child that someone in their life has an advanced serious illness or has died. There's often a deep desire to protect kids from pain, avoid overwhelming them, or wanting to wait until there's a "better" time to talk. But children often already sense that something has changed. In this episode, Jana is joined by Dougy Center colleagues Rebecca Hobbs-Lawrence, M.A. and Sat Kaur Khalsa, M.S.W. to talk about how adults can approach these conversations with honesty, clarity, and compassion. Rebecca, Dougy Center's Pathways Program and Grief Services Coordinator, and Sat Kaur, Dougy Center's Family Services Coordinator, bring decades of professional experience supporting grieving children and families. They also share how their own childhood experiences of grief shaped the way they talk with kids about loss today. Together, they explore how to tell children someone has died using concrete, age-appropriate language, why grief conversations don't need to happen all at once, and how adults can respond when children ask difficult questions about blame, uncertainty, and why someone died. They also discuss how to talk with children about deaths that are often stigmatized, including suicide, homicide, and substance-related deaths, and why withholding information can sometimes create more fear and confusion. Whether you're a parent, caregiver, clinician, educator, or simply someone supporting a those who are grieving, this conversation offers practical guidance and reassurance for navigating some of the hardest conversations. We discuss: Why honesty and clear language matter when talking with kids about death How to explain death in concrete, age-appropriate ways Why grief conversations are never one-and-done Supporting children when someone has an advanced serious illness How to respond when kids blame themselves for a death Talking about suicide, homicide, and substance-related deaths without shame Why adults don't need perfect words - just presence and openness Resources: Dougy Center's full collection of Tip Sheets and Activities: https://www.dougy.org/grief-support-resources Grief education & training offerings: https://www.dougy.org/professionals-trainings

In this episode, the guys sit down with Nikki DuBois, founder of Boomerang Boat Tours in Washington, DC. She shares her remarkable journey from high school teacher to owner of a thriving multi vessel charter operation. Nikki discusses how she identified market opportunities, evolved from party buses to party boats, and built a business that now operates successfully with remote ownership. The conversation dives into critical topics for watersport operators, including cashless operations, preventing theft, team accountability, hiring and firing decisions, navigating the challenges of COVID-19, and leveraging technology to manage vessels from afar. Nikki's story offers valuable lessons on leadership, adaptability, operational efficiency, and long term business growth in the charter and watersports industry.[SPONSORS] - This show is sponsored by Take My Boat Test and WaveRez.Show Links:Website: https://www.watersportpodcast.comFacebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/awgpodcastFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1155418904790489Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awg_podcast/

Send us Fan MailWelcome to Summer,Today I lay out a simple way to rest during summer break while still coming back ready to serve students better. I use the three Rs reflect, refocus, and regroup to review what worked, fix what didn't, and build a real plan instead of repeating last year. • reflecting on the previous school year with pluses, minuses, changes, and keepers • building a PE culture that stays fun and educational • using a wristband-style student leadership program to create ownership and responsibility • dealing with tight equipment budgets, missed grants, and making do with what you have • spotting games and routines that feel stale and deciding what to tweak or drop • refocusing the yearly calendar around weather, indoor days, and units like net games • adding new games, music, exercises, and better ways to run large-group flag football • planning bigger projects like a treasure hunt challenge, archery, and a bike trailer • regrouping with a written plan, backwards planning, and meetings with administration  Take care,Dave-Check out supersizedphysed.com for more resources, including free PDFs, articles, and courses to help with your PE program. Please leave a review to help grow this podcast and keep pushing our profession forward.-Article on Outside PE Checklist-Team Building Games Ebook (with preview): https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Team-Building-Games-and-Activities-for-PE-Class-14063095-Free resources include Substack and Medium articles with PE tips, games, and strategies-High Fives and Empowering Lives book available as an ebook or paperback-Paperback or download: HERE-Amazon Ebook: HERESupport the show-High Fives and Empowering Lives  book available as an ebook or paperback-Paperback or download: HERE-Amazon Ebook: HERE

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Picture this: you're standing at the foot of the tallest dunes in North America, a snow-capped mountain towering behind you, and nature singing all around you. If it sounds awe-inspiring, that's because it is! And it's exactly why  Great Sand Dunes National Park needs to be next on your national park bucket list. It may not be the country's most well-known park, but it's a gem in and of itself! Today, we are exploring Great Sand Dunes and walking you through everything you need to know to plan a perfect day in one of Colorado's most underrated parks. In this episode, we cover: The geography that makes this place so amazing Where to stay near the park The quiet little nature trail that will soothe your soul The full Medano Creek experience, including when to come for "Colorado's beach" (yes…it is as interesting as it sounds!) Sand sledding tips (and why it is so much better here than at White Sands) Everything you need to know about hiking High Dune Our perfect day at Great Sand Dunes from sunrise to sunset   Your task for today: Have you been to Great Sand Dunes National Park? Tell us your best (or most sand-blasted) memory over on the @DirtInMyShoes Facebook or Instagram pages — and bonus points if you have a video of yourself sand sledding (gracefully…or ungracefully, no shame)!   Planning your own Great Sand Dunes National Park adventure? 5 Things You Can't Miss On Your First Visit to Great Sand Dunes: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/5-things-cant-miss-first-visit-great-sand-dunes-national-park/ Episode 35: Swimming Holes in the Parks: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/swimming-holes-in-the-parks-olympic-great-sand-dunes-and-dry-tortugas/ Episode 110: Colorado National Parks Road Trip!: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/colorado-national-parks-road-trip/ Master Reservation List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/list/ National Parks Checklist: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/national-parks-checklist/ Trip Packing List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/pack/

For every Pennsylvanian that grew up stomping through creeks, wandering through the woods and exploring our magnificent forests, there's many more that are just discovering the outdoors. Maybe they grew up in a city. Or they mostly played sports. Or their families didn't have an outdoor background. But now, they've found the beauty and splendor of our wonderful public lands. That's so great to see. New people from different backgrounds finding joy in the outdoors. However, not everyone is automatically comfortable in the outdoors. Maybe they're afraid of bears or snakes or strangers or getting lost. They don't know where they can learn in a welcoming environment and how to develop community. And they don't know where to start.That's where Centred Outdoors comes in. Based in Central Pennsylvania, Centered Outdoors invites everyone, of every age, background, or fitness level, to explore and enjoy outdoor recreation destinations throughout Centre and surrounding counties.They host various programs and activities that cost nothing to participate in and are always open to the public. Whether you're brand new or a seasoned hiker, there's always a place for you at a Centred Outdoors event.And their events include everything from guided hikes and yoga to campfire gatherings and art workshops. There really is something for everyone at Centred Outdoors. I am always jealous of the people that live in and around Centre County, because they have access to these awesome activities and programs. It's just a little too far from me here in Cumberland County to go up every weekend. And that's about how often I wish I could participate in their events. But even if you don't live in Central Pennsylvania, the activities and programs hosted by Centred Outdoors are worth the trip. And the region will definitely keep you busy if you decided to do so. On this episode, I speak with Olivia Stas to the podcast. Olivia is the program coordinator for Centred Outdoors. Be sure to support our 2026 sponsors:Keystone Trails AssociationPurple Lizard MapsPennsylvania Parks and Forests FoundationSisters' SunflowersDiscover Clarion CountyGo Laurel Highlands Support the showVisit our website to learn more about the podcast, to purchase merch and to find out about our incredible sponsors. Follow us on Instagram and Meta to stay connected. Hosting, production and editing: Christian AlexandersenMusic: Jon SauerGraphics: Matt Davis

How do artists help communities survive violence, heal trauma, and imagine a future beyond conflict?In this episode of Art Is Change, Bill Cleveland speaks with activist, educator, filmmaker, writer, and peacebuilding scholar Cynthia Cohen about a lifetime spent exploring the relationship between creativity, storytelling, conflict, and democratic life.Drawing on experiences ranging from Jewish-Palestinian dialogue projects in Boston to peacebuilding initiatives in Peru, Sri Lanka, Serbia, Northern Ireland, and beyond, Cynthia reflects on the role artists play in helping communities navigate violence, hold competing truths, and create the conditions for healing and transformation.In this episode you'll discover:• Why listening may be the most important creative and civic skill of all — and how deep listening can help people move beyond fear, polarization, and inherited narratives.• How artists and cultural workers contribute to peacebuilding — by creating spaces where difficult stories can be shared, contradictions can be held, and communities can imagine alternatives to violence.• Why arts and culture matter in the struggle against authoritarianism — and how creativity, empathy, and conflict transformation can strengthen democratic life during times of upheaval.PEOPLEHow do artists help communities survive violence, heal trauma, and imagine a future beyond conflict?In this episode of Art Is Change, Bill Cleveland speaks with activist, educator, filmmaker, writer, and peacebuilding scholar Cynthia Cohen about a lifetime spent exploring the relationship between creativity, storytelling, conflict, and democratic life.Drawing on experiences ranging from Jewish-Palestinian dialogue projects in Boston to peacebuilding initiatives in Peru, Sri Lanka, Serbia, Northern Ireland, and beyond, Cynthia reflects on the role artists play in helping communities navigate violence, hold competing truths, and create the conditions for healing and transformation.In this episode you'll discover:Why listening may be the most important creative and civic skill of all — and how deep listening can help people move beyond fear, polarization, and inherited narratives.How artists and cultural workers contribute to peacebuilding — by creating spaces where difficult stories can be shared, contradictions can be held, and communities can imagine alternatives to violence.Why arts and culture matter in the struggle against authoritarianism — and how creativity, empathy, and conflict transformation can strengthen democratic life during times of upheaval.PEOPLECynthia Cohen — Peacebuilding scholar, educator, writer, and cultural worker whose research and field-building efforts have helped establish the international field of arts, culture, and conflict transformation.John O'Neal — Civil rights organizer, theater artist, and co-founder of the Free Southern Theater. O'Neal championed the role of arts and storytelling in advancing freedom, civic participation, and social justice.Dijana Milošević — Serbian theater director, peacebuilder, and founder of DAH Theatre, internationally recognized for using performance to confront war, nationalism, and social division.Roberta Levitow — Co-founder of Theatre Without Borders and a leading advocate for international theater collaboration, peacebuilding, and cultural exchange.John Paul Lederach — Influential peacebuilding theorist whose concepts of conflict transformation and “elicitive” practice have shaped reconciliation work worldwide.Jane Sapp — Musician, educator, and cultural worker whose community-based arts practice connects storytelling, history, civic engagement, and cultural memory.Ana Correa — Actor, activist, and longtime member of Grupo Cultural Yuyachkani whose work has focused on memory, human rights, and community healing in Peru.Ocean Vuong — Acclaimed poet and novelist whose work explores language, migration, identity, memory, and the dignity of lived experience.ORGANIZATIONSThe Charles F. Kettering Foundation — The Charles F. Kettering Foundation, headquartered in Dayton, Ohio, is a nonpartisan, nonprofit, operating foundation with a mission to advance inclusive democracies worldwide by fostering citizen engagement, promoting government accountability, and countering authoritarianism.Democracy and the Arts — The Kettering Foundation's focus area for integrating the power of the arts into democratic life locally, nationally, and globally.Theatre Without Borders — International network of theater artists and cultural workers committed to global collaboration, peacebuilding, and social change through performance.Grupo Cultural Yuyachkani — Peru's renowned theater collective whose work combines indigenous traditions, political theater, ritual practice, and human rights advocacy.DAH Theatre — Belgrade-based theater company using artistic practice to confront violence, build dialogue, and foster civic engagement.Palestinian House of Friendship — Community-based organization in Nablus supporting young people through arts, education, cultural programs, recreation, and civic engagement.Free Southern Theater — Groundbreaking Civil Rights-era theater organization dedicated to bringing performance and cultural expression to underserved Black communities throughout the American South.ACTIVITIES & EVENTSActing Together on the World Stage — International research, documentation, and convening project exploring how artists and cultural workers contribute to peacebuilding, reconciliation, and conflict transformation.A Passion for Life: Palestinian and Jewish Women in Boston — Cynthia Cohen's oral history and cultural exchange project bringing Palestinian and Jewish women together through storytelling, folk traditions, family histories, and artistic practice.Peru Truth and Reconciliation Commission — National truth commission established after Peru's internal conflict. Grupo Cultural Yuyachkani collaborated alongside communities affected by violence and displacement.PUBLICATIONS & MEDIAActing Together: Performance and the Creative Transformation of Conflict (Volume 1) — Landmark collection documenting artists, cultural workers, and peacebuilders using performance to address conflict and social division around the world.Acting Together on the World Stage (Film) — Documentary film featuring artists working in regions affected by violence, oppression, and conflict, highlighting the role of performance in healing and transformation.

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In this special Pride Month episode of Fostering Conversations, host Amy Smith speaks with Jessica and Giselle, a Utah foster care couple, about their journey into fostering and building a loving, inclusive family. They share how a chance encounter at a community event led them to foster care, ultimately resulting in the adoption of their first placement and the addition of another sibling to their home. Their story highlights the importance of representation, support, and belonging for children in care, especially those who identify as LGBTQ+. This episode explores: What it's like to foster as an LGBTQ+ family Why belonging matters for every child How foster parents can support youth who come out The role of community, acceptance, and chosen family Simple ways anyone can be an ally Jessica and Giselle offer practical advice for foster parents and encouraging words for youth navigating identity and acceptance. Their message is clear: every child deserves to feel safe, celebrated, and loved. Learn more about supporting LGBTQ+ youth in foster care: Visit the Utah Foster Care LGBTQ+ Resource Page Transcript: ep72_jun26 [00:00:00] Happy Pride Month. This episode, we’re talking with Jessica and Giselle, a local lesbian couple who shares their insights on what it’s like to be part of the LGBTQ+ community Amy: Welcome to Fostering Conversations. I’m your host, Amy Smith. Today we have Jessica and Giselle who are licensed Utah foster care parents, and we are excited to have them. Thanks for being with us today. Jessica: Thank you. We’re excited to be here. Amy: It’s June, it’s Pride Month, and you are a local L-G-B-T-Q family, and we are excited to get your perspective on what that is like. So tell us a little bit about what got you into fostering. Just give us [00:01:00] a little bit of background so our listeners kind of know who they’re listening to. Jessica: Yeah, I’m Jessica, my wife Giselle is right here with me. We have always wanted a family. We’ve been together almost six years and we just, we always knew that we wanted kids eventually. As you do know, there are lots of ways for LGBTQ plus families to start a family, And we started really looking into all the options. We looked into adoption, we looked into IVF, we did look into foster care a little bit initially and. We kind of were thinking it was gonna go a different route. We actually went in 2023 on Mother’s Day. We went to the zoo where they were having a Mother’s day celebration. And there were different organizations there. And we had gotten an email from the zoo and they said that someone was there and they were gonna be giving away. an IVF. To a family so you could enter into this contest and you could potentially win the chance to do IVF because as a lot of you know, it’s not cheap. We thought, let’s go, let’s take our chances, let’s go enter [00:02:00] in and see what the universe has in store for us and. Actually, that’s where we met with Utah Foster Care. They had a booth set up. We actually ended up having a conversation there with Esmeralda from Utah Foster Care, and she was so helpful. She spoke Spanish, which was helpful for my wife, who speaks Spanish. She was answering all of our questions. it really just sparked that interest for us and we hadn’t really. Actually fully considered doing foster care until that conversation. So that was really special, that, that’s kind of what started it off for us. And then we became foster parents. About a year later. We had a couple life things come up. I got an injury and we weren’t ready to start right away. But when we did officially become licensed in 20, 24, about a month after we got our license, we got our first placement. And that first placement was who we just adopted in January of this year. And. We also have his younger half brother that was placed with us as well last summer. So [00:03:00] we’ve just, we’re just growing and expanding and, Amy: Yeah, I love that. Okay, so you’re saying that the booths work. I feel really good about this. I love that. I love that you guys went in with a different, like purpose essentially, and then your eyes were open to something else, like that’s really cool. So have you guys had any other placements besides these two siblings? Jessica: No, actually they’ve been the only, only two placements. We were kind of one of the odd ones, I guess, that adopted our very first placement, so I know that’s not always the case, but. Amy: It’s not, but you know what I’ve learned in foster care is that nothing is normal. You just never know. So I love that. That’s amazing. So tell us a little bit about the process of becoming licensed. Did you feel any barriers or things as an L-G-B-T-Q couple? Jessica: I do feel like in some ways I think we felt more needed. I do remember pretty early on hearing the statistics that about, and correct me if I’m wrong, about [00:04:00] 30% of foster kids end up identifying as LGBTQ plus. So I do remember thinking like, oh, wow, those are crazy numbers. And how special would it be for us to be there and to be able to have our start with foster care and to be able to just be there to even if it didn’t end up in adoption, we would’ve loved to have that positive impact. Even if it was just a temporary thing where there’s reunification as the goal, then we were happy to be there for however long in a child’s life as that was gonna be. And yeah, I think we felt pretty early on that that this was a good place for us. That there was a lot of inclusion and a lot of , a need for just having that diversity and having that acceptance. Amy: Yeah, I love that. I know that’s spoken of so much, and so to actually hear your experience that is what it felt like and was that I love that because there is, there, is a huge need for it. Have you guys been able to participate in a cluster, the group that, Around the LGBTQ community. Have you guys been able to participate in any of those types [00:05:00] of events? Jessica: We haven’t specifically, which is awful. I know Amy: No, it’s not. Jessica: invited. Yeah, it is very busy. Yeah. And we have met couple of the people that help run those groups. They’re amazing people. And we do go to other activities and other events where we can, and it’s, yeah. It’s been nice though to know that those resources are there and that those other. Activities are happening, that those meetings are happening. Like it’s, it is wonderful to know that, and I think that is, again, initially that is something that really was a positive impact on our decision to become foster parents, was knowing that. It’s not just, Hey, , we are inclusive of everyone. They didn’t just say it on paper. They were actually doing the things that show that they care about the LGBTQ plus community. There were actually those things in place to help. We are very happy that they exist and Amy: Love Jessica: we need to start attending those. Yeah. Amy: It’s tricky, especially if you have younger kids. A lot of those are geared towards the teens in the community, so that’s totally fair. And life is busy. [00:06:00] Foster parents are busy. So I totally get that. One of the things that Utah Foster Care says a lot is that every child deserves belonging. So what’s that kind of mean to you guys? Jessica: the term belonging. doesn’t just exist for LGBTQ plus. I think that can be for anyone that’s different, anyone that feels outta place. And I think of course it’s especially important for our LGBTQ plus children that that need those safe homes. And. Us being in that community ourselves, I think has a whole new meaning. We can apply our own personal experience, the things that were said, that were helpful, the things that were maybe hurtful, and kind of take what we’ve learned from our own personal experiences and say I. We’re never gonna be that kind of parent to our kids because that was hurtful or the opposite. Luckily in our cases were was true that we both had very accepting families, very accepting friends and support systems that as we came out and as we. Decided, Hey, we’re gonna, we’re gonna start a family. We’re gonna do this. We [00:07:00] had so much love and so much support and a lot of right things were said, and a lot of right things were done. So just knowing that, like we want to give that as well. All the love that we’ve already received, like we have so much to give as well. I think that belonging is important for every child regardless of how they identify. Amy: Yeah, absolutely. And like you said at very beginning, , we need to belong in so many different aspects. There’s so many clubs, groups, places to belong that, that every human needs, I would love if you would be willing to share, As foster parents, what are things that maybe we have a child in our care that comes out while they’re in our care? What do we do as foster parents? Jessica: I think what was helpful for me specifically, I didn’t come out in my youth. I was much older when I came out. I was about 24, 23 or so. But I can imagine having come out as a youth and I can. I can imagine the anxiety, the stress, the the fear of, how is this person gonna react? Especially [00:08:00] being in Utah, it’s a little more conservative. A lot of people come from a religious, background and unfortunately you hear stories and these stories are real things that happen to real people. And unfortunately, there are a lot of reactions that are not positive and that are not great. Things that helped me and things that were said to me from my own family was just, this change is nothing. We love you. We still want the best for you. We still want you to get married. We still want you to have kids. If that’s what you choose to do, and we’re here for you, and just helping to take that fear away of. Am I gonna be kicked outta my family? Am I gonna be treated differently now? Am I gonna, the things that, at least in my case, I didn’t ever think that my family would do that. ’cause I knew that they, deep down, they, they love me no matter what. But they’re still real fears. Even if you have the most supportive parents or the most supportive, support system, you, you can still have those fears and that, that still exists. So her experience was very different than mine and I’m grateful she’s sharing this. ’cause it, it brings a lot of. Insight [00:09:00] here. She did come out when she was much younger early teens, and she was living in Venezuela at the time. a cultural difference there as well as far as being able to come out and having a safe space to do so. and she, very much at the time her parents were not understanding, and unfortunately she did go through a period of, they tried to change who she was and they tried to, they sent her to conversion therapy. It was unfortunately that, extreme opposite of the situation that I had. They’re at a place now where they are, absolutely changed and apologized, and they are present in our lives. They love us, they love her, they love our kids. So it’s so great to see that, there’s hope for youth that maybe don’t have positive experiences as well. But yeah. My wife then also said what she would say to, to kids in her care. is to just not have expectations for them not set the expectation of you have to be this person. You have to love this person. You have to end up doing this. And I think that applies, again, not just to being [00:10:00] LGBTQ plus, but that can apply to not have expectations of you’re absolutely gonna go to college right after high school. You’re absolutely gonna do this thing or follow this. This rule or be this way or think this way. , That is advice , that applies to other areas of parenting is I think take away some of those expectations of who you want your kids to be and just let them be who they want to be and who they are. Amy: Absolutely. Something I would love if Giselle’s willing to answer is, what did she do, when she was. I mean, ostracized, it sounds like when she was treated poorly from that coming out, what did she do? What would she say to kids that maybe are having that experience of coming out and not being accepted, not being included, or welcomed. Jessica: She said it was really hard when she came out she felt very isolated. She didn’t have a lot of tools or a lot of, examples or places to, to look at or to go to really feel a lot of hope. When she did come out, it was a really dark time. [00:11:00] She did feel really lonely and like she was the only one. . Like she was trying to be changed. But if she could say something to youth that are maybe in the same situation as that, you’re not alone, you’re definitely not alone. And I would add that it gets better. I know that it’s hard to see that and hard to feel that in the moment, but look at where she is now. I’d say things have changed a little bit, Amy: Yeah, Jessica: so things are are much better. Amy: and I feel like the world is getting more accepting. It’s becoming, more informed. I think even just in the last few years really it’s more. I don’t know the right word, but people are more accepting. People are more informed but at the same time, it’s like even just two weeks ago, a friend texted me and said, Hey, my son is. Going to come out eventually. We don’t know when, we’re really afraid that grandma’s not gonna be okay with this. And I said [00:12:00] That’s fine. He is still the same person to me, but, so she called and talked to grandma so that she could give grandma a heads up and grandma did not respond well, and. I don’t know how it’ll go. This kid hasn’t come out yet and I don’t know when he will and I don’t know how it will go but it was a reality check to me that yeah, there are still people that are like, oh no. And that’s really hard for youth and I don’t know what to do. And I guess we just find the people that are supportive. I’m not sure, if you have any insight onto that, I think it would be awesome. Jessica: Yeah. I’m glad you’re bringing this up. Actually, one of my favorite things that I share with a lot of people is you need to look for where you’re celebrated, not just tolerated. And I think I got that off of an episode of Queer Eye, so I can’t take credit for that quote. But I, I mean, it just really resonated with me because there are, unfortunately. Even some of the friends and family members that said this change is nothing. We still love you. Things did change [00:13:00] and relationships did change from the time I came out to where we are now and, unfortunately you do, you have to choose where you are gonna spend your time and where you’re gonna put in your effort. And family is chosen and for a lot of, people it’s not just biological family. And I think that’s so true, especially with foster care. We always tell our boys, they’re really little still. They’re not even two yet, and not even one. But we say, we chose you and we always will choose you and. Just that idea that love is a choice and family can be a choice. Sometimes you get lucky and you’re born into a family that loves you and accepts you and will be the healthiest thing for you. But sometimes that’s not the case. And I think in those cases you get to kind of, you have permission to choose. Who you let into your circle and who you’re calling family and who gets to be your aunt or your uncles or your parents or your siblings. You get to choose those people and surround yourself with people who really celebrate who you are. Amy: and that’s hard to do [00:14:00] sometimes. It’s hard. It’s hard to. To choose those people. When we do live in a society, it’s, you’re tied to this, you’re tied to that. And so I love that. I love that perspective that you have I love that quote. Do you guys have it in your house somewhere? Jessica: Good. I know I need to print that off somewhere. Amy: You do. I love that. Jessica: I think my said something else to say too. Really good she said so in her experience, especially with some of her family members a lot of which are still actually in Venezuela in some of the cases where, she’s had people that haven’t been as accepting and, a lot of times she’s noticed that these family members sometimes just speak out of ignorance, out of not not knowing anyone that’s a lesbian, not knowing anyone that is gay and has a family, not knowing, anyone in that community that they can turn to and ask questions or not having done research themselves or not having, gained knowledge about. community themselves. And so luckily in some cases, she has found that sometimes just after a conversation of, [00:15:00] Hey, let’s. Let’s put our religious differences aside. Let’s put our egos aside. Let’s put any hurt feelings aside and let’s have a conversation. What questions do you have for me? That’s something that we always try to be very open to. Questions. ’cause I understand too, people, this is new, a new concept for some people and a. I wish it wasn’t. I wish that wasn’t the world we lived in. I wish it wasn’t so hard to wrap your head around this idea of families looking different than the traditional mainstream family. But sometimes just having conversations with people and saying, Hey what questions do you have that can sometimes help heal some relationships, and not in all cases, unfortunately but she’s been lucky to that has been the case in some of her family members. Amy: as somebody that’s not. In the LGBTQ plus community I can be sometimes like I don’t wanna say anything wrong. I don’t, and it’s same with any community, right? I’m in the fostering community and people ask me questions all the time and they say stupid crap all the time, but I’m okay with it ’cause they’re just learning. So I think that’s a really good perspective [00:16:00] that it’s yeah, if we don’t know, try to find the most tactful way to ask. Jessica: Absolutely. Absolutely. Amy: So that’s a really good perspective. I appreciate that a lot. So switching back, just to fostering a little bit, what is something, that has changed you guys as a couple or as an individual? What has fostering done to your life personally? Jessica: My wife, ed everything has changed. Yeah. Amy: Yes, she’s Jessica: everything has changed, but for the better. I think. Our hearts have just opened so much more than we ever imagined they could. Just this unconditional love and truly, I mean, the word unconditional, I think that word gets overused sometimes, but. the actual definition of that word, not putting any conditions on these children, you do not have to be behaving. You do not have to be perfect. You do not have to turn out this way, or you do not have to become this per kind of person. I have zero conditions on how much I love you and it’s just been incredible to. Find a sense of community as [00:17:00] well for us. It was one thing that I’ve talked about. I stepped away from the religion that I grew up in when I. Came out and I lost a sense of community when that happened. So foster care really helped kind of reinstate and helped us explore a new community. And it’s been wonderful to have new friends and new new activities to go to and new people that we can connect with and people that are going through a similar experience as us has been. Amy: Mentally unstable people as us. Jessica: People are losing their minds just like we. Amy: Yeah. This is so rewarding. No, I love that. It’s so true. That’s awesome. Jessica: I think Giselle had something else to say. Placements.[00:18:00] Yeah, she said that kind of thinking back to the like trainings and initially getting into foster care too. And I guess we’re kind of hypocritical ’cause I just said we didn’t have any, I think in some ways we had an expectation, to take some of those things we were learning and really be able to apply it to having placements and, oh, we’re gonna use this stuff to, this is good parenting stuff. , We’re gonna be the best parents with all this information. But really it became, the, one of the biggest change has been with ourselves and, really reflecting on who we are and the way that we respond to things, the way that we react as parents to certain situations and the way that we, handle just your day to day things. It’s been fun to, to see some of those trainings that we, again, we thought we’d be applying this to. Okay. When your toddler’s having a [00:19:00] meltdown, teach them to count to 10. No we’re the ones counting to 10 for ourselves first, and then we’re, yeah, we’re the ones having the meltdown. But it’s been great though that it has really kind of instigated that change in ourselves. In a lot of ways trying to show up and trying to be the best parents for these kids, it’s really changed us at a level that is just more than what we expected. Amy: Yeah. That’s so beautiful. I love that. It’s I fostered for years. We’re done because our house is full, but I always say it’s like the most difficult but rewarding thing that I have ever been a part of, so I love that. Yeah. it’s difficult, but it’s beautiful. Jessica: beautiful. Yeah. Amy: As we just start to wrap up, like what would you say to someone that’s considering fostering, especially if they are part of the LGBTQ plus community? Jessica: I think this goes for most foster parents. Amy: Yeah. Jessica: isn’t easy. It definitely isn’t. But it is. [00:20:00] At least in our experience, it has really been a positive journey. And I know there’s many years to come still for us, I think, in this journey. And, can I share a quick story that also, okay. I do remember one of our first trainings. It was like one of the in-person trainings. I remember them. In a nice way, but pretty bluntly saying if you have an issue with lgbtq plus issues or with those topics, maybe foster care isn’t for you. Consider, consider maybe exploring somewhere else to start a family. Because here we, we need to give these kids a sense of belonging. We need to give them love and support. And I do think that’s something that also stuck with me and made it feel like such a safe place. And. In general, to any parent that’s starting out their journey, however it may be, it is difficult. And I think even more so when you add on these unique challenges that foster kids are come with and they’re gonna struggle with things for their whole lives, that your typical [00:21:00] child maybe won’t. And, I think it’s wonderful that we have a place, though that really, again, practices what they preach as far as we need to be loving, we need to be accepting. We need to make this a place of belonging. And I think I’m just rambling now, but I, I. Amy: No, I love it. I agree with all those things and I think that’s really accurate and I think it’s really important for listeners to. Hear that from a real life perspective, and hear that’s real, not just the flag on the door. It’s different when it’s in real life. So I think that’s a really good perspective to share. I think my last question, unless you have anything else you wanted to add, is if people can’t foster ’cause not all of us can foster. It’s a different path in life that a lot of us choose and it’s beautiful, but it is hard if they can’t foster. What are ways that our community members can be supportive of the LGBTQ plus community? Jessica: That’s a great question. I think, you hear the term being an ally and I think that can feel overwhelming to some people. They think the very extreme end of being [00:22:00] an of being an ally of showing up to protests and going to the parades and marching, right alongside your lgbtq plus brothers and sisters. And I don’t think it always has to look like that. I think, just making it known that you are a safe place, that you’re a safe person. And that can be done by little things of speaking positively about LGBTQ plus people and the issues that are happening on the news. I think it’s so easy to make your stance clear. I think there are many subtle ways that you can do and I, again, I don’t think it has to always be, if you can go out and participate and be even, even more on that extreme end of an ally, great. But just know it doesn’t have to be that. Just sharing that you’re a safe place and that you love everyone and that everyone deserves love and that, making it clear that you’re a safe person, I think is really the best you can do. Amy: Yeah. I love that. Does Giselle have anything that she wants to add on [00:23:00] that? Jessica: She said Help, help also with kind of her last point there of ignorance. Just being someone that’s willing to have conversation with people that maybe just don’t know that, that still have questions and that, need questions answered. Be someone that’s willing to have a conversation with them. Amy: I love that. That’s awesome. Thank you guys both so much for joining us, for educating our listeners, for sharing your experiences. I think it’s really invaluable information that we’re able to share. So thank you for your time. Jessica: Thanks so much for having us. Amy: If you wanna learn more about foster care, head over to www.utahfostercare.org. Thanks for joining us. [00:24:00]

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Charlie pulls dashcam video of Rover's illegal activities. 18-year-old Anna Kepner was found with a DNA sample from a mystery juvenile male who she allegedly had sex with aboard a Carnival cruise ship shortly before her death. A woman text a girl to hook up while her husband was out of town. What shocked you about your significant other? 

Rover drives on the wrong side of the road. What did the landlord say to JLR? The youngest-ever signed Real Salt Lake player is suing for $100 million, claiming he was sexually harassed and bullied as a minor. JLR now believes his phone is listening to him. Rover says Duji is wasteful. Man runs out onto the court during the Spurs vs. Knicks game. Duji finally decided on a car for Gia. Charlie pulls dashcam video of Rover's illegal activities. 18-year-old Anna Kepner was found with a DNA sample from a mystery juvenile male who she allegedly had sex with aboard a Carnival cruise ship shortly before her death. A woman text a girl to hook up while her husband was out of town. What shocked you about your significant other? Burt Reynolds poured water on Marc Summers on the Tonight Show. The Black Crowes are upset by people chanting USA at their shows. Rover believes a man is still mad at him for not paying him for running out onto Browns field. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Charlie pulls dashcam video of Rover's illegal activities. 18-year-old Anna Kepner was found with a DNA sample from a mystery juvenile male who she allegedly had sex with aboard a Carnival cruise ship shortly before her death. A woman text a girl to hook up while her husband was out of town. What shocked you about your significant other? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trae Sterling is a seasoned executive with more than three decades of experience spanning real estate, home warranty,  and insurance. Known for driving revenue growth, building high-performing teams, and executing strategic expansion initiatives, Trae has consistently delivered results across both B2B and B2C organizations. Currently serving as Executive Vice President and National Sales Director for Real Estate at Choice Home Warranty, Trae leads the company's national growth strategy within the real estate sector, leveraging a strong consumer foundation to expand market share and deepen industry partnerships. Throughout his career, Trae has held senior leadership roles with organizations including Home Warranty of America, Entitle Direct Group, First American Home Warranty, and American Home Shield. He has successfully led multi-state operations, managed large sales organizations, and implemented scalable growth strategies—earning recognition such as "Manager of the Year" and delivering consistent year-over-year performance gains. Trae's core strengths include integrated sales strategy, leadership development, performance management, and business expansion. He is widely respected for his ability to motivate teams, build strong partnerships, and translate complex business objectives into actionable results. A licensed real estate broker in Tennessee, Trae remains deeply connected to the industry that shaped his career. He is also actively involved in community service, supporting organizations such as Youth Villages and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.    In this episode, Karen and Trae discuss: Success Story of Trae Commit to Get Leads The fundamentals will still work. Use the technology and tools that are now available, like CRMs and automations, but you still have to go to the people who are producing to make contacts.  Consult to Sell Teach your consumers how you can solve their problems, even the ones they don't realize are a problem yet.  Connect to Build and Grow Utilize your database. Drip on your database every single month with information of value.  Success Thinking, Activities, and Vision Empower your team by asking what they want and putting them in the best spot to be able to do that.  Sweet Spot of Success   "I think one component that sometimes gets lost is if you're not having fun, you shouldn't do it." - Trae Sterling   Connect with Trae Sterling: Website: https://chwpro.com/  Email: tsterling@chwpro.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trae-sterling-2448709  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silvertrae/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/trae.sterling    About the Podcast Join host Karen Briscoe each month to learn how you can achieve success at a higher level by investing just 5 minutes a day! Tune in to hear powerful, inspirational success stories and expert insights from entrepreneurs, business owners, industry leaders, and real estate agents that will transform your business and life. Karen shares a-ha moments that have shaped her career and discusses key concepts from her book Real Estate Success in 5 Minutes a Day: Secrets of a Top Agent Revealed. Here's to your success in business and in life!   Connect with Karen Briscoe: Facebook: 5MinuteSuccess Website: 5MinuteSuccess.com Email: Karen@5MinuteSuccess.com   5 Minute Success Links Learn more about Karen's book, Real Estate Success in 5 Minutes a Day Karen also recommends Moira Lethbridge's book "Savvy Woman in 5 Minutes a Day." Subscribe to the 5 Minute Success Podcast   Spread the love and share the secrets of 5 Minute Success with your friends and colleagues!     Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.

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