Podcasts about affirming

Dr. Elyssa Helfer, CST, LMFT, explores the ethical and cultural dimensions of kink-affirming therapy, helping clinicians distinguish between abuse and healthy erotic expression to enhance ethical competence and cultural humility. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT. Earn CE credit for listening to this episode by joining our low-cost membership for unlimited podcast CE credits for an entire year, with some of the strongest CE approvals in the country (APA, NBCC, ASWB, and more). Learn, grow, and shine with Clearly Clinical Continuing Ed by visiting https://ClearlyClinical.com.

What’s Trending: Seattle Public Schools are handing out disturbing ‘gender-affirming’ supplies to students. Seattle’s anti-ICE posters reveal the Left’s violent fantasies—and their pathetic weakness. Guest: Lake Forest Park Police Chief Mike Harden wants residents to consider a public safety levy lid lift. // LongForm: GUEST: President and CEO of Security Services Northwest Joe D'Amico on their lawsuit against Washington State for its new tax on services. // Quick Hit: The Democrat candidate for Attorney General in Virginia Jay Jones is in hot water after texts messages of his revealed he made disturbing comments about violence towards a state legislator.

Episode 77: Dignity-Affirming Leadership in SchoolsWith Jason Craige HarrisAvailable October 7, 2025At a time when conflict and polarization feel like an unrelenting fact of life, how can we build stronger, kinder school communities where everyone feels seen, known, and valued? That's one of the pervasive questions facing school leaders right now, and one that Jason Craige Harris is ready to help us answer. He joins Morva McDonald for a conversation about refocusing our leadership practices to center human dignity, and why he feels that reframe is so vital to our continued wellbeing.Guest: Jason Craige HarrisResources, Transcript, and Expanded Show NotesIn This Episode:“We have to engage in a bit of a listening tour to hear how people are experiencing their cultural reality. And one of the reasons why is because our brains are storytelling factories. And in the absence of information given to us, whenever we detect gaps, we create, right? We fill it with our own sort of assumptions. And those assumptions, I'm not saying they're automatically wrong, but they're not automatically right most of the time.” (6:58)“For a long time in my work, I framed things in terms of what I was against. Like I had a really clear idea of like, I don't want exclusion. I don't want assimilation. I don't want violence. I'm not even sure I really want tolerance. And so my whole imagination was defined by being anti- forces that were debilitating and dehumanizing. And at some point I realized, gosh, like, I'm not sure I've spent much time trying to thickly describe the world that I want, like what I'm fighting for versus what I'm fighting against...Let's just say that if exclusion somehow disappears, if racism disappears, if whatever -ism it is disappears, then will we no longer have purpose?” (19:15)“I worry that some of our school communities, because of the desire to avoid controversy and division, and the complexities that come with grappling with challenging human issues, like the desire to avoid crisis, then leads some toward a kind of superficial peace, a sort of superficial consensus.” (25:16)Related Episodes: 67; 66; 64; 37; 30; 15; 13 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DateOctober 5, 2025SynopsisIn this sermon, the first of our Scary Stories sermon series, we confront the haunting narrative that "might makes right" and discover a profound alternative: God's power is made perfect in weakness. Through the ancient prophet Habakkuk's honest laments and patient waiting, we learn that true strength isn't found in domination or self-reliance, but in admitting our need for God. When we embrace our human limitations instead of denying, distracting, or deflecting from them, we tap into a divine power that transforms both us and the world around us.ReferencesScripture: Habbakuk 1:1–4; 2:1–4About The Local ChurchFor more information about The Local Church, visit our website. Feedback? Questions? Comments? We'd love to hear it. Email Brent at brent@thelocalchurchpbo.org.To invest in what God's doing through The Local Church and help support these podcasting efforts and this movement of God's love, give online here.

Join America's Roundtable (https://americasrt.com/) radio co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy with the Honorable Benjamin S. Carson, Sr. M.D., one of America's most principled leaders, a brilliant mind, and a champion of freedom. Dr. Ben Carson is the founder and chairman of the American Cornerstone Institute, the 17th U.S. Secretary of the Department of Housing and Development, and former director of pediatric neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins Hospital. The conversation focuses on: * Domestic and foreign policy initiatives with a review on the successes of the second Trump Administration. * The importance of faith, family and patriotism in protecting our freedoms in America. * The ills of marxism and socialism and their manifestation in America. * Expanding homeownership and reigniting the American Dream. * Affirming Israel's sovereignty and protecting Jewish communities in the West. Our conversation also highlights Dr. Ben Carson's must-read book "The Perilous Fight: Overcoming Our Culture's War on the American Family." Quote from Dr. Ben Carson's book, "The Perilous Fight": "The perilous fight" was penned by Francis Scott Key in the midst of a most difficult and pivotal moment in our nation's history when twenty British ships bombarded Fort McHenry from the Baltimore Harbor. It was on the morning of September 14, 1814 that Francis Scott Key wrote about the ramparts, and the land of the free and the home of the brave which inspired a nation and became a rallying victory call. “The perilous fight—those words arrest my attention whenever I place my right hand over my heart and face the flag at the playing of our national anthem. They are a reminder that America was born in a crucible of fire. Freedom was not given freely but had to be fought for and defended.” ~ Dr. Ben Carson Biography | Dr. Ben Carson In 1973, Ben Carson graduated from Yale University. He went on to receive his M.D. from the University of Michigan Medical School. At the age of 33, Dr. Carson became the chief of pediatric neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins Hospital, making him the youngest major division director in the hospital's history. This would be among an extensive list of outstanding firsts for Dr. Carson. Dr. Carson's accomplishments have earned him a place in medical history. He performed the first and only successful separation of craniopagus (Siamese) twins joined at the back of the head in 1987. He also performed the first fully successful separation of type-2 vertical craniopagus twins in 1997 in South Africa. In his career, Dr. Carson became a professor of neurosurgery, oncology, plastic surgery, and pediatrics at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, and directed pediatric neurosurgery at the Johns Hopkins Children's Center for over 29 years. In 2016, Dr. Carson accepted the position of Secretary of Housing and Urban Development under the Trump administration. After completing his tenure as the 17th Secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development in 2021, Dr. Carson founded the American Cornerstone Institute. This organization is focused on fighting for the principles that have guided him through life and that make this country great: faith, liberty, community and life. Dr. Carson and his wife, Candy Carson, co-founded the Carson Scholars Fund, which recognizes young people of all backgrounds for exceptional academic and humanitarian accomplishments. The organization has awarded more than 11,000 scholarships and paid out more than $8.9 million in scholarships. The Carson Scholars Fund is currently operating in 50 states and the District of Columbia, and since its founding, has installed more than 270 Ben Carson Reading Rooms around the country. In 2021, Dr. Carson founded the American Cornerstone Institute (ACI), a conservative think tank centered around advancing policies that promote “faith, liberty, community, and life.” Dr. and Mrs. Carson reside in Florida. They are the proud parents of three sons and three daughters-in-law, and blessed grandparents of eight grandchildren. Visit the American Cornerstone Institute's website (https://americancornerstone.org/) The American Cornerstone Institute is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 2021 by Dr. Ben Carson that focuses on advancing America's founding principles of faith, liberty, community, and life. americasrt.com (https://americasrt.com/) https://ileaderssummit.org/ | https://jerusalemleaderssummit.com/ America's Roundtable on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/americas-roundtable/id1518878472 Twitter: @RealBenCarson @ileaderssummit @AmericasRT @NatashaSrdoc @JoelAnandUSA @supertalk America's Roundtable is co-hosted by Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy, co-founders of International Leaders Summit and the Jerusalem Leaders Summit. America's Roundtable (https://americasrt.com/) radio program focuses on America's economy, healthcare reform, rule of law, security and trade, and its strategic partnership with rule of law nations around the world. The radio program features high-ranking US administration officials, cabinet members, members of Congress, state government officials, distinguished diplomats, business and media leaders and influential thinkers from around the world. Tune into America's Roundtable Radio program from Washington, DC via live streaming on Saturday mornings via 68 radio stations at 7:30 A.M. (ET) on Lanser Broadcasting Corporation covering the Michigan and the Midwest market, and at 7:30 A.M. (CT) on SuperTalk Mississippi — SuperTalk.FM reaching listeners in every county within the State of Mississippi, and neighboring states in the South including Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana and Tennessee. Tune into WTON in Central Virginia on Sunday mornings at 6:00 A.M. (ET). Listen to America's Roundtable on digital platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, Google and other key online platforms. Listen live, Saturdays at 7:30 A.M. (CT) on SuperTalk | https://www.supertalk.fm

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Guests: Lydia Barry, MS, CCC-SLP, and Maggie Wheeler, MS, CCC-SLP Earn 0.1 ASHA CEU for this episode with Speech Therapy PD: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/courses/interprofessional-neurodiversity-affirmingIn this episode of First Bite, host Michelle Dawson, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC, BCS-S, is joined by Lydia Barry, MS, CCC-SLP, and Maggie Wheeler, MS, CCC-SLP, from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC).Together, they share how UTHSC's neurodiversity-affirming, routines-based clinical program partners with the Tennessee Early Intervention System (TEIS). You'll discover two pediatric language clinics on campus that serve families in the community while also giving graduate SLP students the chance to roll up their sleeves and coach caregivers on early language and social skills. The conversation also highlights teamwork, with graduate students learning how to collaborate across disciplines to support the entire family. It's a practical, real-world look at early intervention that's equal parts informative and encouraging.About the Guests: Maggie Wheeler, MS, CCC-SLP, has been with the University of Tennessee Health Science Center since 2018, serving in the Pediatric Language Clinic and, more recently, the UT Hearing and Speech Center, working as a clinical assistant professor. She has expertise in parent training, early intervention, autism, and early language. Ms. Wheeler also treats patients with early intervention needs who require pediatric feeding and augmentative communication services. Her previous experience in public schools has made her passionate about helping parents smoothly transition from early intervention into the public school system. She also strives to support her family by connecting them with local resources that meet their child's needs.Lydia Barry, MS, CCC-SLP, is a speech-language pathologist and clinical faculty member at the University of TN Health Science Center Department of Audiology and Speech Pathology. She serves as the program coordinator of the UT Pediatric Language Clinic, an Early Intervention Resource Agency (EIRA) funded through the Tennessee Early Intervention System (TEIS) that supports the families of young children with autism and/or social-communication differences. Ms. Barry was inspired to enter the speech pathology field by her brother, who is an autistic AAC user and has a passion for helping families become successful and supportive advocates and caregivers for their children. Her interests include early social-communication development, augmentative alternative communication (AAC), caregiver-mediated intervention, and mental health aspects of clinical practice.Show Notes:https://helpingbabies.org/volunteer-give/https://give.uthsc.edu/campaigns/42945/donations/new?a=1a

This episode features a new empowering podcast called The Affirming Village which focuses on creating more neuroaffirming spaces for neurodivergent and disabled learners--a topic that comes up regularly at ICDL's parent support meetings. Dr. Destiny Huff, LPC and Educator Lisa Baskin Wright talk about their personal experiences as neurodivergent mothers advocating for their children in ableist school settings, about their professional work in this area, the biases families face, and their new podcast that provides a neuroaffirming space to discuss these issues. Link to the show notes with links to key discussion points and other ways to view or hear the episode here: ⁠https://affectautism.com/2025/10/03/the-affirming-village/Consider joining our DIR® Parent Network or becoming an Affect Autism member for bonus content and support from a like-minded community of Floortimers here: ⁠⁠https://affectautism.com/support/

Standard eating disorder treatment often assumes that one model will work for everyone. But for neurodivergent people, such as autistic folks, ADHDers, and those with sensory processing differences, this approach can feel like being handed a map that doesn't match the terrain you're actually walking. Instead of support, clients often experience shame, retraumatization, or the sense that recovery is out of reach. What's In This Episode In this episode of Dr. Marianne-Land: An Eating Disorder Recovery Podcast, Dr. Marianne Miller explores why one-size-fits-all treatment fails neurodivergent clients and what affirming, individualized care looks like. She discusses how sensory sensitivities shape eating experiences, how ADHD executive functioning challenges complicate meal planning and follow-through, and how trauma and systemic oppression create additional effects that amplify struggles. She also outlines what neurodivergent-affirming eating disorder treatment looks like in practice: sensory-attuned, trauma-informed, flexible, and rooted in autonomy and consent. Content Caution In this episode, I discuss eating disorder treatment, recovery challenges, and the effects of trauma. Please listen with care and step away if needed. If you or someone you love lives with ARFID, selective eating, or eating struggles connected to autism, ADHD, or have other types of neurodivergent traits, know that recovery is possible with the right support. Check Out Related Neuroaffirming Episodes How Masking Neurodivergence Can Fuel Eating Disorders on Apple & Spotify. Complexities of Treating ARFID: How a Neurodivergent-Affirming, Sensory-Attuned Approach Works on Apple and Spotify. ARFID & Neurodiversity on Apple and Spotify. Minding the Gap: The Intersection Between AuDHD & Eating Disorders With Stacie Fanelli, LCSW on Apple and Spotify. Get Neurodivergent-Affirming Eating Disorder Help For deeper guidance, check out Dr. Marianne's ARFID and Selective Eating Course, which offers practical, compassionate strategies that are neurodivergent-affirming, trauma-informed, and sensory-attuned. If you're located in California, Texas, or Washington, D.C., you can work directly with Dr. Marianne in therapy to create a path to recovery that actually fits your life. Learn more at drmariannemiller.com.

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Send Wilk a text with your feedback!Affirming Identity, Building Community, and Cultivating LeadershipIn this episode of Derate The Hate, Wilk Wilkinson sits down with Dr. Beverly Daniel Tatum—renowned psychologist, author, and president emerita of Spelman College—to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing higher education in today's polarized climate.Dr. Tatum shares insights from her groundbreaking work on race and identity development, her bestselling book Why Are All the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria?, and her newest release Peril and Promise: Higher Education Leadership in Turbulent Times. Together, we explore:✅ Why affirming identity matters for students and communities ✅ The role of courageous conversations in bridging divides ✅ Misperceptions around DEI and how leaders can reframe the conversation ✅ Preserving free speech on campus amidst political and cultural conflict ✅ How colleges can strengthen democracy through dialogue and leadershipLearn more about Dr. Tatum's work in the full show notes for this episode at DerateTheHate.com.The world is a better place if we are better people. That begins with each of us as individuals. Be kind to one another. Be grateful for all you've got. Make every day the day that you want it to be! Please follow The Derate The Hate podcast on: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter(X) , YouTube Subscribe to us wherever you enjoy your audio or from our site. Please leave us a rating and feedback on Apple podcasts or other platforms. You can share your thoughts or request Wilk for a speaking engagement on our contact page: DerateTheHate.com/Contact The Derate The Hate podcast is proudly produced in collaboration with Braver Angels — America's largest grassroots, cross-partisan organization working toward civic renewal and bridging partisan divides. Learn more: BraverAngels.org Welcome to the Derate The Hate Podcast! *The views expressed by Wilk, his guest hosts &/or guests on the Derate The Hate podcast are their own and should not be attributed to any organization they may otherwise be affiliated with.

This table today, set by God, is its own bridge that crosses every chasm. We come to the bread and the cup as people who need help, as well as the people who can help. We come to remember Jesus, who crossed a greater chasm than any we've built, and who returns to find whether we've learned what he's been trying to teach us. Subscribe to us on iTunes! Sermon text: web | doc

Neuro-inclusion isn't just good practice - it's smart business.In this episode of The Inclusive Growth Show, host Toby Mildon chats with Andy Ryan, neurodiversity specialist and a new associate at Mildon. With a background in social care and a passion for reshaping how organisations view neurodivergence, Andy shares his journey into inclusion and offers practical ways to build neuro-affirming workplaces.You will learn:Why inclusive workplace adjustments are often simple and low-costThe myths that hinder neurodivergent inclusionHow communication shifts can improve workplace culture for allWhy designing flexible systems supports individual successHow to adopt a mindset of continual inclusionAndy also offers a glimpse into his workshops, including training for line managers of neurodivergent staff, and shares his personal strategies for staying well while working in the EDI space.Send us a messageIf you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.

What if you could combine your passion for helping people with the freedom to serve the clients you love most? That's exactly what Anne Quirk discovered when she launched True Self Speech Therapy in Providence, Rhode Island.Anne is a speech-language pathologist specializing in neurological conditions, voice disorders, and gender-affirming voice therapy. After years in nonprofits and hospitals, she began craving more balance, control, and the chance to serve her ideal clients.With encouragement from colleagues, Anne took the leap into private practice. Now she helps stroke survivors communicate again, supports transgender clients in finding affirming voices, and has built a thriving caseload through word-of-mouth referrals.In this episode, you'll hear how Anne has embraced the flexibility of private practice to shape a career that truly reflects her values. By expanding her team and creating resources like her newsletter, News for the Affirming SLP, she's found ways to support both her clients and her family—while stepping fully into her true self.In this episode, we discuss:The leap from healthcare burnout to starting her own practiceHow gender-affirming voice therapy helped her practice grow in its first yearBalancing private practice with raising three kidsAnd why hiring a team changed everythingAnne's journey is proof that private practice is possible at any stage of your career—and that specializing in the clients you're most passionate about can help you stand out, attract referrals, and make a bigger impact.If you're ready to build a private practice that reflects your true self—just like Anne has learned more about our Grow Your Private Practice Program – where our other coaches can help you set up systems as you shift from clinician to CEO. To learn more, please visit www.GrowYourPrivatePractice.com.Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.Resources Mentioned:Follow Anne on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trueselfspeech/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/trueselfspeechLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashak/Check out her website: www.trueselfspeech.comLearn more about growing your practice: www.GrowYourPrivatePractice.comWhere We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast:

DateSeptember 28, 2025SynopsisIn this sermon, we reimagine salvation not as a fear-driven, one-and-done transaction but as God's healing and wholeness breaking into real life—personal and communal, present and active. We move from private assurance to public restoration, learning to “work out” salvation together through justice, mercy, and everyday mending. Where the world feels frayed, we become agents of repair, embodying Jesus' pattern of healing, belonging, and restitution—here and now. Scripture: Luke 18:42; Mark 5:34; Luke 19:8–9; Philippians 2:12–13.About The Local ChurchFor more information about The Local Church, visit our website. Feedback? Questions? Comments? We'd love to hear it. Email Brent at brent@thelocalchurchpbo.org.To invest in what God's doing through The Local Church and help support these podcasting efforts and this movement of God's love, give online here.

In the last four years, 27 US states have enacted bans or severe restrictions on so-called "gender-affirming care" for children—a marked increase from just one state in 2021. Some experts say the rapid shift in the legal landscape is premature because science has yet to provide a definitive answer about the risks and benefits of the drugs and surgeries utilized to transition children. Does this argument stand up to scrutiny? Let's take a closer look.

DateSeptember 21, 2025SynopsisIn this sermon from the "Baggage Claim" series, we confront one of Christianity's heaviest burdens: the doctrine of hell and divine punishment. Brian Recker reveals how fear-based theology creates devastating spiritual baggage in our relationships with God, ourselves, and others. Through fresh historical and biblical insights, he reframes Jesus's teachings about Gehenna not as threats of eternal torment, but as urgent calls to build loving communities in the present. Drawing from Matthew 7:12, Luke 19:10, and 1 John 4:18, Recker invites us to exchange our fear-laden baggage for the transformative truth of our belovedness.Pre-Order Hell Bent by Brian ReckerAbout The Local ChurchFor more information about The Local Church, visit our website. Feedback? Questions? Comments? We'd love to hear it. Email Brent at brent@thelocalchurchpbo.org.To invest in what God's doing through The Local Church and help support these podcasting efforts and this movement of God's love, give online here.

How should Christians react to political violence? In this deeply reflective episode, Mike Erre and Tim Stafford tackle hard questions about faith, politics, and the role of the church in society. With a week marked by tragedy, including the assassination of Charlie Kirk and a series of shootings, the hosts explore what a kingdom response looks like in these turbulent times.  From condemning all acts of violence equally to affirming the dignity of every human being, they emphasize the need for a cruciformity—a life shaped by the values and teachings of Jesus. They discuss navigating cultural challenges with wisdom, rejecting the polarizing rage economy, and fostering a community rooted in justice, love, and mutual accountability. How can the church rise above partisan responses and embody the upside-down kingdom of God? What does it mean to lament, honor complex legacies, and act with hope amidst despair?  This conversation challenges listeners to rethink their approach to cultural issues, faith, and the call to stand as exiles and strangers in today's society. We encourage and would love your thoughts as we pursue these questions together. Join the conversation on Facebook, Instagram, or wherever you engage with us, and let's continue learning from diverse perspectives. Thanks for being part of this journey! CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro 01:28 - Initial Thoughts on Political Climate 08:12 - Kingdom vs. Partisan Response Explained 18:06 - Message to Charlie Kirk's Widow 20:40 - Condemning Political Violence 21:57 - Truth About Legacies in Politics 24:10 - Judging Individual Salvation Perspectives 28:30 - Lament as an Active Response 34:56 - Affirming the Value of Human Life 37:15 - Understanding Speech and Violence 39:45 - Rejecting Scapegoating in Society 41:13 - The Rage Economy Explained 44:10 - Benefits of Digital Detoxing 46:50 - Reactions to Charlie Kirk's Assassination 53:20 - Church's Role in Changing Conversations 54:20 - What Did We Miss in This Discussion? 55:35 - Support the Podcast 56:25 - Thank You for Listening As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV. Our Merch Store! https://www.etsy.com/shop/VOXOLOGY?ref=shop_sugg_market Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy

Our Global Autism Community members talk about what affirming means to them, and how masking affects autistic individuals. Welcome to Autism Tips & Tools, where we highlight the best practical guidance from previous episodes of Autism Knows No Borders. Whether you're a self-advocate, a family member, or a service provider, there's something here for you! This roundtable discussion was originally released on October 5, 2023. Would you like to hear about best practices, client dignity, and how to create inclusive environments that respect the autonomy and individuality of autistic individuals? Click the link below for the full conversation and be sure to subscribe to hear more from people connected to autism inspiring change and building community.  Neurodiversity-Affirming Practices, with the Global Autism Community Let's work together to transform how the world relates to autism. ----more---- We appreciate your time. If you enjoy this podcast and you'd like to support our mission, please take just a few seconds to share it with one person who you think will find value in it too. Follow us on Instagram: @autismpodcast Join our community on Mighty Networks: Global Autism Community Subscribe to our YouTube channel: Global Autism Project We would love to hear your feedback about the show. Please fill out this short survey to let us know your thoughts: Listener Survey

Show Notes:In this month's second episode, the conversation continues between Whitni Miller and Aleece Fosnight as they delve into the complexities of libido, hormones, and sexual health, emphasizing the importance of understanding the biopsychosocial model. They discuss the role of mental health in sexual desire, the impact of medical trauma on patient care, and the necessity for inclusive and trauma-informed healthcare environments. The conversation also highlights the need for comprehensive sex education and the challenges faced by queer individuals in accessing appropriate care. Finally, they explore future innovations in hormonal treatments and the importance of patient advocacy in navigating healthcare systems. Aleece Fosnight obtained a Master of Science in PA Studies from the University of Kentucky in 2011 and went on to receive her postgraduate certificate in sexuality counseling and education at the University of Michigan in 2014. She opened her own private practice, the Fosnight Center for Sexual Health, in Asheville, NC in June 2020. Her expertise includes urology, gynecology, pelvic health, gender affirming care, sexual medicine, hormones, and sexuality counseling. She is an AASECT certified sexuality counselor and educator, nationally certified menopause practitioner, Health At Every Size medical provider, trauma-informed and kink-aware. Ms. Fosnight is on multiple local, state, and national boards, a national speaker for several CME organizations, guest lecturer for several PA and medical school programs, and medical advisor for Aeroflow Urology and Uberlube. Learn More about The Fosnight Center:https://fosnightcenter.com/ Follow Aleece Fosnight:ALL Platforms - @sexmedPA or @fosnightcenter Learn More From Whitni:https://www.bde-moves.com Follow Whitni at:IG - @bde.movesFB - groups/bdemovesYouTube - Podcast Channel = @BDE-Moves Old Channel = @BdeTalksTikTok - @bdemoves

DateSeptember 14, 2025SynopsisIn this sermon, we confront the heavy religious baggage many of us carry around prayer and discover a liberating alternative. Through Jesus's radical teaching of the Lord's Prayer, we explore a transformative framework—Attend, Align, Act—that moves us from empty ritual to revolutionary practice. Instead of treating prayer like a spiritual vending machine, we're invited into a dynamic rhythm that awakens us to God's presence, reshapes our desires, and unleashes us as agents of healing in a broken world. This isn't just about changing how we pray. It's about reimagining how we live.ReferencesScripture: Matthew 5:5–15About The Local ChurchFor more information about The Local Church, visit our website. Feedback? Questions? Comments? We'd love to hear it. Email Brent at brent@thelocalchurchpbo.org.To invest in what God's doing through The Local Church and help support these podcasting efforts and this movement of God's love, give online here.

This year we're kicking off Supervision September by focusing our supervisory efforts with a growing category of supervisees, individuals with disabilities. Because, for a field based on helping people, we don't always practice what we preach with our colleagues! We discuss the culture of disability in regards to humility in supervision as well as how to bring what other fields have learned to our own behavior analysis trainees. This episode is available for 1.0 SUPERVISION or 1.0 ETHICS/CULTURAL CEU. Articles discussed this episode: Andrews, E.E., Kuemmel, A., Williams, J.L., Pilarski, C.R., Dunn, M., & Lund, E.M. (2013). Providing culturally competent supervision to trainees with disabilities in rehabilitation settings. Rehabilitation Psychology, 58, 233-244. doi: 10.1037/a0033338 Ecko Jojo, G. (2024). Disability-affirming supervision: future directions in applied behavior analytic supervision. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 17, 26-36. doi: 10.1007/s40617-023-00846-5 Gatzunis, K.S., Edwards, K.Y., Diaz, A.R., Conners, B.M., & Weiss, M.J. (2022). Cultural responsiveness framework in BCBA supervision. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 15, 1373-1382. doi: 10.1007/s40617-022-00688-7 If you're interested in ordering CEs for listening to this episode, click here to go to the store page. You'll need to enter your name, BCBA #, and the two episode secret code words to complete the purchase. Email us at abainsidetrack@gmail.com for further assistance.

In this episode, DB talks with her friend Beatrice (aka Triss) about sex after gender affirming surgery. If you think you know what "bottom surgery" means, you might have more to learn than you think! Hear from Triss about her choice to get an orchiectomy, how the surgery and recovery went for her, and the changes she's experienced since -- plus, her ritual for the wet specimen she took home with her. Between Us is a new episode format where we speak with folks living through what some of our experts from other episodes have discussed! We're excited to bring you more intimate, one-on-one conversations with real people living their real lives about how sex and sex ed impact them every day. Guest Details Beatrice (better known online as Triss) is a Bay Area based Mexican American musician and maker. She's been out as a proudly sapphic trans woman since 2015. As an ADHD brain with an endless thirst for fun facts, Beatrice will happily nerd out over music, video games, DIY electronics, and sex (among other things).  You can catch her tearing up the stage with her band Dirty Twenties (@dirtytwentiesband) and/or watch her solo projects on TikTok (tiktok.com/@trisstunes) and YouTube (youtube.com/trisstunes)." Listen to "Force Femme Your Dad" by Dirty Twenties!   ABOUT SEASON 12 Season 12 of Sex Ed with DB is ALL ABOUT PLEASURE! Solo pleasure. Partnered pleasure. Orgasms. Porn. Queer joy. Kinks, sex toys, fantasies—you name it. We're here to help you feel more informed, more empowered, and a whole lot more turned on to help YOU have the best sex. CONNECT WITH US Instagram: @sexedwithdbpodcast TikTok: @sexedwithdbTwitter: @sexedwithdb Threads: @sexedwithdbpodcast YouTube: Sex Ed with DB SEX ED WITH DB SEASON 12 SPONSORS Lion's Den, Uberlube, & Magic Wand Get discounts on all of DB's favorite things here! GET IN TOUCH Email: sexedwithdb@gmail.comSubscribe to our BRAND NEW newsletter for hot goss, expert advice, and *the* most salacious stories. FOR SEXUAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS Check out DB's workshop: "Building A Profitable Online Sexual Health Brand" ABOUT THE SHOW Sex Ed with DB is your go-to podcast for smart, science-backed sex education—delivering trusted insights from top experts on sex, sexuality, and pleasure. Empowering, inclusive, and grounded in real science, it's the sex ed you've always wanted. ASK AN ANONYMOUS SEX ED QUESTION Fill out our anonymous form to ask your sex ed question. SEASON 12 TEAM Creator, Host & Executive Producer: Danielle Bezalel (DB) (she/her) Communications Lead: Cathren Cohen (she/her) Growth Marketing Manager and Producer: Wil Williams (they/them) MUSIC Intro theme music: Hook Sounds Background music: Bright State by Ketsa Ad music: Soul Sync by Ketsa, Always Faithful by Ketsa, and Soul Epic by Ketsa. Thank you Ketsa!

In today's episode, Kheshana Woods, National Director at Curriculum Associates, shares her profound insights on creating a true "home away from home" for students in literacy classrooms.Drawing from her experience as a classroom teacher, Kheshana paints a vivid picture of what belonging looks like. "When children know you love them, when you take the time to create an environment that's centered around their needs, they'll walk through fire for you," she explains.Kheshana goes on to dive into the practical application of the VABB framework, Validating, Affirming, Building, and Bridging, and how this can be used in your own classrooms. She also emphasizes that this work isn't just "feel-good fluff" but is backed by research showing that students who experience belonging demonstrate stronger academic growth even years after leaving school. Whether you're struggling with classroom management, looking to enhance student engagement, or simply wanting to create a more joyful learning environment, Kheshana's wisdom offers actionable strategies that honor both the heart and science of teaching. Read the blog: CurriculumAssociates.com/blogFollow us on Twitter: @CurriculumAssocFollow us on Instagram: @MyiReadyHave feedback, questions, or want to be a guest? Email ExtraordinaryEducators@cainc.com to connect with us!

Following Jesus costs a great deal more than we're able to afford on our own. Let's not kid ourselves, there are crosses with our names on them, just waiting for us. And to be clear: in Luke, “take up your cross” isn't code for generic misery, like “my bunions are acting up.” The cross is the predictable blowback you get for aligning publicly with Jesus and his upside-down reign in a world organized to keep the powerful comfortable. It's the social shame and concrete political and economic risk that come when you side with the people Jesus sides with. Subscribe to us on iTunes! Sermon text: web | doc

DateSeptember 7, 2025SynopsisIn this sermon, we unpack the loaded word "evangelism" and discover a fresh perspective that moves beyond pressure-filled conversion tactics to something more life-giving. Pastor Brent challenges us to reimagine evangelism not as a two-seater transaction but as a communal journey where there's always room for one more – complete with our questions, doubts, and full humanity. Through the lens of Philip's invitation to Nathanael to "come and see," we explore how authentic relationship and radical welcome can transform both ourselves and our world.ReferencesScripture: Matthew 28:16–20, John 1:43–51About The Local ChurchFor more information about The Local Church, visit our website. Feedback? Questions? Comments? We'd love to hear it. Email Brent at brent@thelocalchurchpbo.org.To invest in what God's doing through The Local Church and help support these podcasting efforts and this movement of God's love, give online here.

We are happy to welcome Amanda Morin to the show this week! Amanda is a neurodivergent advocate for neurodiversity, an award-winning author of six books, an early childhood expert, and a nationally recognized speaker who is passionate about building accessible and inclusive spaces for neurodivergent people. Drawing on her background in learning and child development, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), special education, advocacy, and mental health, she translates complex information into clear, practical insights for parents, educators, and employers striving to design inclusive content, programs, and strategies that make the world more accessible for everyone. In our discussion today, Amanda unpacks the concept of "neurodiversity-affirming" schools - classrooms that go beyond just "including" neurodivergent students and instead actively celebrate and empower them. She explains how a neurodiversity-affirming approach involves letting go of rigid structures and control and instead creating flexible, "controlled chaos" environments in which all students can learn and thrive in the ways that work best for them, benefitting not just neurodivergent students but, again, all learners! Amanda also highlights the importance of using especially precise and affirming language, distinguishing between "neurodivergent" (those whose brains process information differently) and the broader "neurodiverse" (the natural diversity of all minds). She also discusses how naming and understanding differences, rather than avoiding them, can go a long way toward destigmatizing neurodivergence. Perhaps especially crucially, Amanda explores the "double empathy problem," the idea that communication challenges often stem from a two-way lack of understanding rather than just deficits in the neurodivergent individual, and she shares some practical strategies for bridging this gap, such as narrating facial expressions and using visual cues. As the new school year approaches, this conversation is sure to offer some invaluable insights for educators seeking to create truly inclusive, strengths-based classrooms that empower all students to do their best! Show Notes: [3:06] - Amanda Morin highlights moving beyond “inclusion” toward belonging, creating flexible, student-centered learning environments. [6:43] - Neurodiversity-affirming practices benefit all students by gradually rethinking classrooms to embrace every mind. [9:37] - Just like biodiversity, neurodiversity means different minds adapt uniquely but remain equally valid. [11:25] - Amanda explains neurodivergence as brain-environment interactions that require supportive accommodations. [13:21] - Stigma is a major barrier to neurodivergent students' mental health and persistence. [14:14] - Naming diagnoses openly helps students replace self-blame with understanding. [17:00] - Hiding diagnoses often leads children to form harmful, inaccurate stories about themselves. [18:24] - Amanda urges giving kids language to explain their struggles instead of adopting negative labels. [20:08] - Amanda touches upon the double empathy problem in which communication requires adjustment between neurodivergent and neuro-normative people. [23:44] - Teachers can model narrating emotions and expressions to reduce students' stress around social cues. [24:06] - Hear how Amanda uses a “battery activity” to help students visualize and communicate their energy levels. [27:12] - Amanda encourages urges describing behavior neutrally rather than judging it as “good” or “bad.” [30:13] - Hear how Amanda prefers “neuro-normative” over “neurotypical” because it avoids implying a single correct way of being. [32:37] - Amanda highlights a project reframing IEPs around strengths and motivation, not just deficits and skills gaps. [35:37] - Amanda encourages small classroom changes that affirm neurodivergent students' agency and sense of belonging. [37:52] - Amanda invites educators to connect! Links and Related Resources: Emily Kircher-Morris & Amanda Morin - Neurodiversity-Affirming Schools: Transforming Practices So All Students Feel Accepted & Supported Episode 168: 5 Tips for Supporting Neurodivergent Youth The Understood Blog - “Academia to action: Parents of neurodivergent kids need answers”   Connect with Us: Get on our Email List Book a Consultation Get Support and Connect with a ChildNEXUS Provider Register for Our “When Struggles Overlap” Live Webinar Email Dr. Wilson: drkiwilson@childnexus.com    Connect with Amanda Morin: Amanda's Website Email Amanda: amanda@amandamorin.com Phone: 1-207-907-9182  

So what would it look like if we lived this out? It'd look like neighborhoods where homeowners invite renters. Schools where kids who get free lunch sit at the head table. Churches where people on the margins don't just get charity, they get justice. I think it'd look like budgets that stop hunting for quarters in the couch cushions when it comes to feeding the hungry, while writing blank checks for weapons and tax breaks for the folks who need them least. It'd look like communities where the poor aren't a problem to solve but guests of honor at the feast. Subscribe to us on iTunes! Sermon text: web | doc

Show Notes:In this month's first episode, Whitni Miller, founder of BDE Moves, sits down with the founder of The Fosnight Center, Aleece Fosnight. They explore the multifaceted aspects of health, particularly focusing on sexual health, perimenopause, and the biopsychosocial model of care. They discuss the importance of recognizing women's worth beyond reproductive capabilities, the complexities of hormonal changes during perimenopause, and the need for inclusivity in healthcare for non-binary and trans individuals. They emphasize the significance of listening to patients and the necessity for more research in these areas. Aleece Fosnight obtained a Master of Science in PA Studies from the University of Kentucky in 2011 and went on to receive her postgraduate certificate in sexuality counseling and education at the University of Michigan in 2014. She opened her own private practice, the Fosnight Center for Sexual Health, in Asheville, NC in June 2020. Her expertise includes urology, gynecology, pelvic health, gender affirming care, sexual medicine, hormones, and sexuality counseling. She is an AASECT certified sexuality counselor and educator, nationally certified menopause practitioner, Health At Every Size medical provider, trauma-informed and kink-aware. Ms. Fosnight is on multiple local, state, and national boards, a national speaker for several CME organizations, guest lecturer for several PA and medical school programs, and medical advisor for Aeroflow Urology and Uberlube. Learn More about The Fosnight Center:https://fosnightcenter.com/ Follow Aleece Fosnight:ALL Platforms - @sexmedPA or @fosnightcenter Learn More From Whitni:https://www.bde-moves.com Follow Whitni at:IG - @bde.movesFB - groups/bdemovesYouTube - Podcast Channel = @BDE-Moves Old Channel = @BdeTalksTikTok - @bdemoves

DateAugust 31, 2025SynopsisIn this sermon, we explore God's radical, relentless love through the beloved children's show Bluey. Diving deep into the episode "Sleepytime," we unpack how cultural narratives of an angry, punitive God have caused profound harm, while scripture actually reveals a tender, compassionate Divine Parent who never gives up on us. Through beautiful imagery of a mother's cosmic love and ancient words from Hosea, we discover that God's essence isn't wrath or disappointment, but an unwavering love that transforms how we see ourselves and how we build community. Scripture: Hosea 11:1-9, 1 John 4:7-12About The Local ChurchFor more information about The Local Church, visit our website. Feedback? Questions? Comments? We'd love to hear it. Email Brent at brent@thelocalchurchpbo.org.To invest in what God's doing through The Local Church and help support these podcasting efforts and this movement of God's love, give online here.

How do you feed yourself when cooking feels overwhelming, grocery shopping is exhausting, and you forget to eat until you're already past the point of hunger? In this episode, Dr. Marianne explores what it means to create a truly ADHD-affirming relationship with food. It isn't about meal plans or rigid rules. It's about honoring the way ADHD brains actually work and making food more accessible, sustainable, and compassionate. You'll hear why executive functioning challenges make traditional approaches to eating difficult for many ADHDers, and how time blindness, sensory sensitivities, and decision fatigue all contribute to inconsistent eating patterns. We'll also talk about the concept of low-lift eating—strategies that reduce steps and overwhelm—and why accommodations and external support are often the missing link to more stable nourishment. From meal delivery to co-eating with a friend, this episode is packed with options that honor your autonomy and needs. If you're looking for ADHD and food support, low-effort meals for ADHD, help with executive dysfunction and eating, or ADHD meal planning tools, this episode offers practical strategies through a neurodivergent-affirming lens. Learn how to reduce food-related overwhelm, support sensory needs, and embrace low-lift, realistic ways of eating without shame. This episode is a guide to creating sustainable food routines that center ADHD needs, not punish them. CONTENT CAUTION: This episode includes discussions of ADHD, disordered eating, and eating challenges related to executive functioning, decision fatigue, and internalized shame. RELATED EPISODES ABOUT ADHD & EATING: ADHD & Binge Eating Disorder on Apple & Spotify. Overexercising, ADHD, and eating disorders via Apple and Spotify. Set-Shifting, AuDHD, & Eating Disorders on Apple & Spotify. Navigating ADHD, Eating Disorders, & Sensory Sensitivities on Apple & Spotify. ADHD & Eating Disorders: The Overlooked Link on Apple & Spotify. WANT MORE SUPPORT? Want more support around ADHD and eating challenges? My ARFID and Selective Eating Course is designed for both adults with ARFID and parents of kids who struggle with eating. It's trauma-informed, neurodivergent-affirming, and sensory-attuned. Learn more at drmariannemiller.com/arfid. INTERESTED IN HANGING OUT MORE IN DR. MARIANNE-LAND? Follow me on Instagram @drmariannemiller Look into my self-paced, virtual, anti-diet, subscription-based curriculum. It is called Dr. Marianne-Land's Binge Eating Recovery Membership. Check out my blog. Want more information? Email me at hello@mariannemiller.com

Today we're diving into a topic that doesn't get nearly enough attention in parenting spaces—neurodiversity-affirming nutrition. My guest is Naureen Hunani, a Montreal-based family nutritionist, pediatric dietitian, and mom of two who brings both professional expertise and lived experience to this work. Naureen is passionate about helping families create a positive, shame-free relationship with food, using a non-diet, weight-inclusive approach that focuses as much on the feeding environment and language around food as on what's on the plate. In our conversation, Naureen shares her personal journey and her model of neurodiversity-affirming care, which is rooted in inclusion, acceptance, and trauma-informed practices. We talk about the unique challenges neurodivergent children can face around feeding, how societal pressures can complicate the picture, and why trusting our children's needs is such a powerful step. Naureen also debunks common myths and offers practical ways to support our kids—and ourselves—through a more compassionate, individualized approach to eating. About Naureen Hunani Naureen Hunani is a Montreal-based family nutritionist, pediatric dietitian, and proud mom of two incredible children. As both a professional and a parent, she understands firsthand the challenges of feeding kids and is passionate about offering practical, easy-to-follow nutrition and feeding guidance that builds parents' confidence rather than triggering panic, guilt, or shame. With a deep belief that early experiences with food and the feeding environment shape lifelong eating habits, Naureen is dedicated to helping children and adults cultivate a positive relationship with food and their bodies. She takes a non-diet, weight-inclusive approach to nutrition and health, focusing not only on the food itself but also on attitudes toward food, the eating environment, and the language we use around it. She encourages investing time in meal preparation and involving children in every step—from grocery shopping to cooking. A member of l'Ordre Professionnel des Diététistes du Québec, Naureen continually expands her expertise through seminars, workshops, and advanced courses. She also takes pride in mentoring and training other professionals in the field. When she's not working, Naureen enjoys spending time with friends and family, listening to audiobooks, and exploring nature on long walks. Things you'll learn from this episode How Naureen's personal parenting experiences shaped her neurodiversity-affirming approach to nutrition Why neurodivergent children often face hidden or misunderstood feeding challenges How acceptance, community, and unlearning societal pressures can support healthier family food dynamics Why respecting each child's unique relationship with food is critical to avoiding harm and confusion How neurodiversity-affirming, anti-oppressive care benefits all children, not just those with diagnoses Why trusting children's communication about their needs is essential for building positive food relationships   Resources mentioned Naureen Hunani's website RDs for Neurodiversity A Conversation with Zoe Bisbing About ARFID and Neurodivergence (Full-Tilt Parenting) Zoë Bisbing's website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Jayson Davies as he sits down with occupational therapists and co-founders of B3 Coffee, Jacqueline and Greg Boheler, to explore their unique, neurodiversity-affirming non-profit. They share how they've built a multi-faceted organization that includes a transitional employment model and a robust community program to support young adults with disabilities beyond high school. This episode provides invaluable insight into how school-based OTs can support transition-age youth by focusing on foundational skills and connecting families with crucial adult services. You will also get a look at B3 Coffee's exciting plans to launch a replicable "clubhouse" model for the IDD community. Listen now to be inspired to facilitate meaningful change for your students and your community!Listen now to learn the following objectives:Learners will identify why a "cliff" occurs and recognize the urgency of addressing it by connecting students and families with crucial adult resources and advocating for a focus on lifelong skills.Listeners will understand the significant gap in services and support that many young adults with disabilities experience after graduating high school.Listeners will grasp the occupational therapist's vital role in helping students develop a comprehensive, occupation-based transition portfolio.  Kick off the 2025-26 school year at the Back to School Conference!Learn why so many OTPs dub the Back to School Conference their FAVORITE OT conference. Join 600+ school-based OT practitioners in accessing knowledge, resources, and support to start the school year strong. CLICK HERE to save $50 and secure your spot with code PODCAST25Thanks for tuning in! Thanks for tuning into the OT Schoolhouse Podcast brought to you by the OT Schoolhouse Collaborative Community for school-based OTPs. In OTS Collab, we use community-powered professional development to learn together and implement strategies together. Don't forget to subscribe to the show and check out the show notes for every episode at OTSchoolhouse.comSee you in the next episode!

And we're the key. We need to make sure this room isn't welcoming to indifference. We need to advocate that meetings halt until anonymous faces have names. We need to fight for budgets that carry a compass and know when they've strayed from their true direction. We need our prayers to have hands and feet. We need to straighten what's gotten crooked—not because we can solve everything, but because we refuse to keep the ox watered while a daughter stays bent. Subscribe to us on iTunes! Sermon text: web | doc

Is it possible to love someone without affirming their decisions and choices? How does God want us to treat those with whom we disagree? In this episode, Eric and John sit down to have a compassionate discussion on these questions and so much more.

Affirming something is a positive way to be mindful of the things you want to take place. Energy clearing affirmations are positive statements used to release negative energy and promote positive energy flow to someone and their environment. Get in the habit of releasing any negative energy you don't need in your life by speaking positive words, pray and trust God to do the rest.

Some therapists claim to be “welcoming to all” while secretly holding non-affirming values about LGBTQ+ identity and gay men's issues such as sexuality. In this episode, Ken Howard, LCSW, CST, exposes the harm, ethical breaches, and red flags of non-affirming therapy — and shows clients and parents how to spot it before it causes damage.

The Savannah Pride Center—a Georgia-based nonprofit—has found itself expanding beyond its advocacy work to help meet the healthcare needs of the LGBTQ+ community in Savannah. “Closer Look” host Rose talked with Michael Bell, the executive director of the Savannah Pride Center, Nikolas Indigo, a Savannah Pride Center's outreach team lead, and GeorgAnna Wiley, a nurse practitioner, midwife, and the founder of Rebirth Women’s Holistic Health Clinic, who volunteers at the Savannah Pride Center. They discussed their recent expansion, the need for more partnerships with local hospitals and the importance of providing gender-affirming care to individuals belonging to the LGBTQ+ community. Plus, we hear from Clyde Higgs, who serves as the president and CEO of the Atlanta Beltline Inc. He talks with Rose about a new estimated $3.5 billion plan that would expand public transit on the Beltline. The overseer of the 22-mile project, which includes green space, parks and trails, is on track to be completed by 2030. However, Higgs explains that the expansion will require extending Tax Allocation Districts (TADs).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Follow us on X: @americasrt1776 @ileaderssummit @NatashaSrdoc @JoelAnandUSA @supertalk Join America's Roundtable (https://americasrt.com/) radio co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy with Colonel Tim Hoffman, a brave, courageous and principled leader who served our country in some of the most difficult places in the world including the Middle East. The conversation focuses on lessons learned from the war in Iraq, the future of the Middle East, and President Trump's policies in affirming peace through strength. In focusing on the Department of Defense, reform leader Col. Tim Hoffman presents principled ideas. This is a timely discussions, as ending the war on the European continent led by President Trump and the efforts implemented by Israel to eliminate Hamas terrorists are taking place in real time. What are the lessons learned - as the "day after the war" becomes the real focus? Conservative leader Col. Tim Hoffman shares his insights and also brings to the forefront America's leadership during WWII, and the vital role our nation played after the axis forces surrendered. Colonel Tim Hoffman (Ret.) Tim Hoffman obtained a bachelor's degree in engineering at the U.S. Military Academy, West Point, in 1973, completed his Master's Degree at the University of Massachusetts and studied at Harvard University -- The Weatherhead Center for International Studies Fellowship. After 29 years in uniform, the West Point graduate retired from the Army in 2002 as Army colonel and served as a senior executive in the U.S. Department of Defense. His service took him to Baghdad, Iraq and his insights on America's military intervention in the Middle East are brought to the forefront in a written anthology titled “Effective Legitimate Secure” - “Insights for Defense Institution Building,” in which Colonel Hoffman wrote a chapter titled “Lessons from Iraq.” Follow us on X: @americasrt1776 @ileaderssummit @NatashaSrdoc @JoelAnandUSA @supertalk America's Roundtable is co-hosted by Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy, co-founders of International Leaders Summit and the Jerusalem Leaders Summit. America's Roundtable (https://americasrt.com/) radio program focuses on America's economy, healthcare reform, rule of law, security and trade, and its strategic partnership with rule of law nations around the world. The radio program features high-ranking US administration officials, cabinet members, members of Congress, state government officials, distinguished diplomats, business and media leaders and influential thinkers from around the world. Tune into America's Roundtable Radio program from Washington, DC via live streaming on Saturday mornings via 68 radio stations at 7:30 A.M. (ET) on Lanser Broadcasting Corporation covering the Michigan and the Midwest market, and at 7:30 A.M. (CT) on SuperTalk Mississippi — SuperTalk.FM reaching listeners in every county within the State of Mississippi, and neighboring states in the South including Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana and Tennessee. Tune into WTON in Central Virginia on Sunday mornings at 6:00 A.M. (ET). Listen to America's Roundtable on digital platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, Google and other key online platforms. Listen live, Saturdays at 7:30 A.M. (CT) on SuperTalk | https://www.supertalk.fm

We live in a world where so many go to bed terrified—parents for their children's safety, and children for their parents, that they won't be targeted and rounded up just because of the color of their skin; but Jesus announces a world where everyone has a place to go to feel safe from harm, a sanctuary from the hatred and violence. We live in a world that feels like it needs the fire of God's transformation, a new way of living together. Subscribe to us on iTunes! Sermon text: web | doc

Mental health tools often leave queer people out of the conversation. Rahim Thawer, a social worker, psychotherapist and author of The Mental Health Guide for Cis and Trans Queer Guys, wants to change that. Rahim shares why inclusive mental health care matters for queer men and their allies. We talk about breaking cycles of shame, healing from trauma and building the confidence to be yourself.

In the world God desires, apparently, the more we have, the less we get to choose whether or not to give. Viewing giving as an act of justice that the giver is obliged to perform helps correct power imbalances by affirming that those who are first will be last, so that those who are last may be first. It is God's good pleasure, according to Jesus, to give us a world where the coin of the realm isn't about grasping for everything we can get, but about selling what we have and sharing it. Subscribe to us on iTunes! Sermon text: web | doc

DateAugust 10, 2025SynopsisIn this sermon, we wrestle with that universal ache of unfinished business—from summer bucket lists to life's deeper longings. Drawing from personal experience and the ancient wisdom of Hebrews 11, we discover something liberating: faith isn't about checking off every box, but about trusting God in the midst of our incompleteness. Through the story of Abraham and Sarah, we learn that the divine often shows up not in our achievements, but in life's ordinary, unpolished moments—transforming our "undone" into holy ground where grace and humanity meet. (Hebrews 11:1-3, 8-16)About The Local ChurchFor more information about The Local Church, visit our website. Feedback? Questions? Comments? We'd love to hear it. Email Brent at brent@thelocalchurchpbo.org.To invest in what God's doing through The Local Church and help support these podcasting efforts and this movement of God's love, give online here.

To be rich toward God is to divest from the myth of self-sufficiency. To stop pretending we'll live forever if we just insulate ourselves well enough. It means investing in what death can't repossess. And it means doing it now—because by the time the tow truck shows up, it's already too late to check your balance. Jesus isn't just warning us. He's calling us out of the illusion of permanence and into the grace-filled community of participation—the kind of investment where the gold doesn't rust or the moth destroy. Subscribe to us on iTunes! Sermon text: web | doc

Kaiser Permanente will stop providing gender-affirming surgeries for patients under the age of 19, as a result of President Trump's executive order targeting health centers that provide care for transgender youth. Providers across the nation have been scaling back on gender-affirming care, including Stanford Medicine and Children's Hospital Los Angeles, but Kaiser's decision has shocked many providers and patients in the Bay Area. We talk with nurses, advocates, patients and specialists about what it means for them and the future of healthcare for gender-nonconforming minors. Guests: Michelle Jurkiewicz, licensed clinical psychologist and gender specialist Sydney Simpson, nurse, Kaiser Permanente S. Baum, correspondent, "Erin in the Morning" newsletter by Erin Reed Rhaetia Hanscum, teacher and member of the Bay Area Rainbow Families Action Group Will Lohf, San Francisco public high school student and activist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Sarah Gonzalez Noveiri is a prominent Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer at AHRC Nassau, serving since 2022. With a global perspective, they excel in orchestrating evidence-based transformations within organizations to cultivate healthier and more inclusive work cultures. Known as an interdisciplinary scholar and cultural researcher, Dr. Gonzalez Noveiri's work revolves around unraveling how identity, power, and culture influence daily life and professional environments. Their innovative approach seamlessly combines academic research with actionable strategies to advance equity, belonging, and justice.Episode Summary:Welcome to this enlightening episode of DSP Talk. Today, host Asheley Blaise invites Dr. Sarah Gonzalez Noveiri to explore the nuanced intersection of sexuality, gender identity, and developmental disabilities within provider supported environments. Dr. Gonzalez Noveiri shares valuable insights into how these spaces can either suppress or support the expressions of LGBTQIA identities. The conversation highlights the systemic tendency to assume straight, cisgender norms and underscores the significance of comprehensive sexuality education, LGBTQIA training, and community and peer connections.This episode dives into actionable strategies for direct support professionals, clinicians, and family members to create affirming spaces. Dr. Gonzalez Noveiri emphasizes the role of self-reflection to recognize and combat personal biases, as well as the necessity of embracing a trauma-informed approach to support those with developmental disabilities. Important interventions are discussed, such as employing visual aids, enhancing peer connections, and collaborating with external LGBTQIA organizations. By centering on autonomy and challenging prevailing biases, the discussion seeks to honor the full humanity of individuals with developmental disabilities while equipping caregivers and support professionals to better support their journeys.Key Takeaways:Creating LGBTQIA affirming environments in support settings requires challenging systemic assumptions and championing person-centered planning.Direct support professionals should practice inclusive language, foster an environment that visually represents diversity, and create opportunities that provide space for self-discovery and self-expression.Self-reflection and honest acknowledgment of biases are crucial for caregivers and professionals to avoid imposing personal discomfort onto those they support.Understanding trauma histories and integrating trauma-informed approaches are fundamental to facilitating healthy personal exploration and relationships.Collaborating with LGBTQIA organizations and fostering peer-led education can fundamentally empower individuals with developmental disabilities.Notable Quotes:"Exploring your identity is a fundamental human right." – Dr. Sarah Gonzalez"Limited communication should not limit the exploration of identity." – Dr. Sarah Gonzalez"Being honest with ourselves about biases allows us to better support individuals authentically." – Asheley Blaise"Building peer connections and partnerships is key to shifting support from protection to empowerment." – Dr. Sarah GonzalezResources:AHRC NassauThe LGBTQ Community Center, New York StateThis 2-part interview is packed with thoughtful insights and practical strategies for anyone engaged in the support of individuals with developmental disabilities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lovey shares her “Use It Up” affirming method.

Southern California Edison says it will pay Eaton Fire victims straight from its pockets. An LA County Supervisor is disputing claims that firefighters neglected one of the worst hit neighborhoods in the Eaton Fire. Nurses condemn Kaiser's decision to end gender-affirming surgeries for minors. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

Join Luis as he riffs about gender-affirming surgery, hormone therapy, and puberty blockers for minors. He looks to Marci Bowers, the first transgender female gynecologist and surgeon, who makes the case for not giving minors puberty blockers and hormone therapy.  Children can safely explore who they are through temporary means, such as: make-up, fashion, roles, gender and stereotypes. The teenage years are inherently dysphoric, lets support kids to flow through these years with as much ease as possible. Once an adult their body can transition with much greater success. Being born fringe has the burden and privilege of suffering. Instead of erasing suffering let's consider supporting our children with tools to navigate the darkness. What has supported you through seasons of dysphoria? Drop us a comment below! Register here for the upcoming August 9th webinar, "Supporting Boys Through Puberty: Navigating P*rnography, Hormones & Isolation". Register for a weekend with Luis at Art of Living Retreat Center in Boone, North Carolina: https://artoflivingretreatcenter.org/event/faculty/luis-mojica/creating-safety-within/----You can learn more on the website: https://www.holisticlifenavigation.com/ Learn more about the self-led course here: https://www.holisticlifenavigation.com/self-led-new Join the waitlist to pre-order Luis' book here: https://www.holisticlifenavigation.com/the-book You can follow Luis on Instagram @holistic.life.navigationQuestions? You can email us at info@holisticlifenavigation.com