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In today's episode, we're discussing the complex and urgent topic of global food demand. The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, or SDGs, ask countries to make measurable progress in reducing poverty, achieving zero hunger, and supporting every individual in realizing good health. While also mitigating climate change, sustaining the environment and responsible consumption and production habits. Researchers have recommended sustainable diets - planetary health diets. For example, the Eat Lancet Planetary Health Diet. However, others have criticized some of these diets for not addressing the economic and social impacts of transitioning to such diets. Is it possible to balance changing diets, rising incomes, and economic growth with economic feasibility, environmental impact, and long-term sustainability? Well, that's what our goals are today. Our guests today are Andrew Muhammad of the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture, and Emiliano Lopez Barrera from Texas A&M. They are my co-authors on a new paper in the Annual Review of Resource Economics entitled Global Food Demand: overcoming Challenges to Healthy and Sustainable Diets. Interview Summary Andrew let's begin with you. Why is it important to study the economics of dietary habits and food choices in a global context? Well, it's important for several reasons, right? When we think both about food security as well as environmental outcomes and maintaining biodiversity, in keeping both human beings and the planet healthy, we really do need to think about this in a global context. One could see agriculture as a global ecosystem where decisions in one country clearly have impacts on outcomes in others. While at the same time, we need to see food as a means by which we satisfy the demands of a global community. Whether it be through our own domestic production or international trade. And then the last thing I'll say, which is really most important are all the actual things we want to tackle and mitigate and correct, fix or improve. Whether it be the environmental issues, global food security outcomes, individual diets, mitigating obesity issues globally, right? It's pretty clear that most of the things affecting human beings in the environment as it relates to agriculture are global in nature, and there's an economic component that we need to consider when addressing these issues in a global context. Thank you for sharing that. And I am interested to understand what the role of economics in dietary habits is as we explored it in this review paper. In economics, this is a pretty long history, one could say going back centuries, right? This idea of how income growth impacts food spending on a household or individuals, as well as what economic affluence in development does to sort of how diets transition. And so, for example, it's been long established, right, as individuals get richer, a smaller and smaller share of their income is spent on food. So therefore, food dynamics become less important in [a developed, rich country versus a developing country where a large percentage of income is still spent on food. And what does that mean? That means that while I may find price shocks annoying, and while I may find higher grocery prices annoying, in a developing world that clearly has some implications on the nutritional needs and food decisions far more than it would have on me, for example. But the other thing which is something that has been highlighted for quite some time, and that is this transition from basic staples - from rice, grain, corn, cassava, potatoes, etc. - to more complex food products like high protein dense meat products, fish, milk, dairy, and even highly processed products that are deemed unhealthy. But the point is, as we look at the full spectrum of countries from least developed to most developed, you see this transition from basic staples to these protein dense products as well as complex processed products. This is a really important point about what are the trends across countries and over time as incomes change and as global prices affect choices. And I do appreciate what you're saying about those of us in, say a country like the United States, where we may be able to absorb some of the shocks that may happen with food prices, we also recognize that there are folks from lower income households where those kinds of price shocks can be really challenging. That's true. But this is a different story when we're then talking about developing countries and some of the challenges that they face. Thank you for sharing that. I'm also interested in understanding what do economists mean by a nutritious and sustainable food demand, especially in the context of global or cross-country comparisons. What are some of the things that you uncovered in this review? Yes, and I think the main thing, which is particularly interesting, is how early diets transition. How quick countries go from being staple dependent to sort of relying more on protein in consumption and demand. And that happens pretty early and so long before you get to say, countries like the United States with a per capita income of around $50,000 per person, you start seeing transitions quite early, right? Whereas income goes from say less than a $1,000 per person to maybe $5,000 and $10,000, you see these transitions right away. And in fact, you begin to see things level off. And what that means is when we think about, for example, animal protein production, which is in the context of dairy and beef, which is considered relatively more harmful to the environment than say poultry production. What you do find is that in these developing countries, they really do transition right away to meat with just minimal income growth. Whereas at the same time, when you start seeing income growth at the higher end of the spectrum, you don't see that much of a change. Now, something that's also unfortunate, what you find is that with income growth, you do see decrease in consumption of vegetables. A part of that is that some staples are counted as vegetables, but another part of that is that wealth and influence doesn't necessarily lead to improved diets. And that's something that's unfortunate. And what it says is that interventions are possibly needed for these improved diets. But to really get back to your question, this idea when we say sort of a nutritious diet, obviously we're thinking about diets that satisfy the nutritional needs of individuals. While at the same time mitigating unhealthy outcomes. Mitigating obesity, cardiovascular disease, etc. But then coupled with that is this whole notion of sustainable agricultural production. And I think one of the difficult things about both nutritious and abundant food as well as environmental outcomes, is we really are thinking about sort of trade-offs and complementarities. Then I think economics gives us a real keen insight into how these things play out. Andrew, you make me worry that we're locked in. That is as soon as income start to rise, people move to more animal protein-based products. They move away from some fruits and vegetables. And knowing that the environmental consequences of those choices and even the health consequences, my question to you is what kinds of interventions or how do you think about interventions as a way to shape that demand? Is that an appropriate way to think about this? Alright, so there's a few things. One is just sort of provide nutrition education globally. Having countries and their governments sort of understand these outcomes and then making a concerted effort to educate the public. The other thing is what you often do see is incentivized, for example, fish consumption. Incentivizing poultry production. And you do actually see a lot of incentives for poultry and egg consumption. And I think of like the Gates Foundation in that One Egg a Day initiative to help with child stunting and child growth in the developing world. And so, they're clearly protein alternatives to bovine type products. And I have to be clear here. Like I'm only speaking about this in the context of what's being said, in terms of the environment and animal production. But the other thing I think, it's probably even more important, right? Is this idea that we really do need to rethink how we, both in the developing world as well as in the developed world, rethink how we think about nutrition and eating. And that's just not for developing countries. That's for all countries. And obviously there's one last thing I'll highlight. You do have to be sort of concerned about, say something like taxes. Which would be clearly regressive in the developing world, and probably much more harmful to overall consumer welfare. The point is that taxes and subsidies seem to be the policy instruments of choice. Great. Thank you for that. Andrew has just shared with us some of the issues of what happens as incomes rise and the changing patterns of behavior. And that there are some implications for sustainable diets. Emiliano, how can we use the type of data that, Andrew talked about to model food systems in terms of health and nutrition. What can we learn from these models and, what should we do with them? Emiliano – Yes, thank you. Andrew really pointed to like many very important issues, aspects. We see some worrisome trends in the sense that current diets are going in the direction of showing less nutritious. Also, we are looking at a lot of issues in the environmental externalities, embedded resources. A lot of that within the current diet trajectory. Economic models, they have this advantage that they can connect these things together, right? Each time that we decide what we are purchasing for eating each day we are deciding in a combination of these resources embedded in the food that also some potential nutritional outcomes or health outcomes related to that diet. And the models help to connect these things very well. We can trace this back from more, sort of naive approach where we do have lifecycle assessments where you just track the account numbers through the different stages of the food. And you can just basically trace the footprint or head print of the foods. But you can come up with more advanced models. We have seen a huge advance on that area in the last 10-15 years where models can really connect the things in a more holistic approach. Where you can connect the demand systems and the supply system both together. And then from and calibrate the models. And then also they're very useful to project to the future, different states of the world in the future. By doing that sort of exercises, we can learn a lot of how these things are connected, and how potential different pathways towards the future will also have potential different outcomes in terms of nutrition. But also, in terms of environmental pressure. We can model things, for instance, we were talking a little bit on how to shape these different sorts of diets. That's a thing that is advancing more and more in the modeling literature. We can see that people are going from these earlier approaches where we just get a particular diet that we have as a goal, and then we use that as a sort of counterfactual compared to the baseline sort of trajectory. Now we are looking more and more people doing exercises like how we can actually get there with this, for example, differential value added taxes where you kind of harm some type of food and then you kind of incentivize the consumption of others, as Andrew was saying. And we are looking at a lot of those sort of exercises at the global level, localized, and we are learning a lot of these intricate relations from the models. I think that's bottom line. And in that sense is models are really well equipped to this problem in the sense that show this holistic picture of the issue. Thank you for that. And what we've been learning from these models is this holistic picture, but can you tell us anything about how these models help show these relationships between diet and health outcomes and environmental sustainability? I mean, what's happening? Are we seeing models help predict the greenhouse gas emissions or changes in cardiovascular outcomes? What are you seeing? Well, typically when we do baseline projections, we use a lot of end use information where we have been studying things backwards, and in these integrated relationships. And when we look into the future, these relationships get stronger. Like some low income, middle countries tend to sort of repeat similar patterns of things that we have seen already in more industrialized countries. We have all this nutrition transition that comes strong. Pretty fast and pretty strong within the models. And when we look forward, the problems are not only going to be like the ones we see now, but probably somewhat worse. Especially in the pressure on the use of natural resources. So that's one thing that we have seen. Another thing that we have seen is that there can be a lot of potential multiple dividends of alternative pathways, right? We have this sort of baseline situation where diets kind of go that way and they become less sustainable, less healthy. We have dual burdens, multiple burdens of malnutrition rising in many countries at the same time. But then when we kind of model this counterfactual situation where what if we get a different diet that can follow certain guidelines or a flexitarian diet or even a vegan diet, whatever. All of those things can bring together some multiple dividends in the sense that you can certainly reduce the pressure on the use of natural resources in many degrees. And then also at the same time, you can reduce the burden of the health outcomes. That's a thing that we have been learning. Another thing that is interesting and is really strong in the model is that you can actually see a lot of synergistic things, synergistic goals that we can learn, but also a lot of potential tradeoffs, right? When we shift towards these sorts of alternative diets in an ideal world, well then, a lot of sub populations in certain parts of the world may suffer that thing too. There are multiple benefits, but also there are a lot of tensions. And we are learning more and more about those as well. And models actually showing those synergistics, but also some of these potential trade-offs in a very, very interesting way. Thank you for sharing that because one of the topics I was interested in understanding is can folks actually afford these diets? I mean, there was a lot of controversy around, or concern around an Eat Lancet diet in saying can people afford this. And we actually review that in the paper. What you're telling me is that there is a possibility of understanding distributional effects within societies of if we move our diets in this certain way who's able to afford it. Whether the implications for lower income folks in that society as compared to other model diets. Is that a fair assessment of some of the work that you've seen? Yes, absolutely. If, for instance, when we're doing the models, I'm going to put an example, we do this sort of incentivizing certain kind of foods and we put high taxes on other kinds of foods. Well one thing that is interesting is that all of these potential benefits or spillovers or global spillovers are really interconnected with also trade policies. And global models can tell us a really compelling story about that. In a more connected sort of world, when you do something in certain region that can have some benefits, then that creates spillovers to others. Let's say you reduce the demand of food in certain regions, certain countries, you can shape that. Then that globally through global markets can affect the accessibility or affordability of food in other regions. In that sense, those two things are connected and bring some benefit. But when you look at deeper in that particular region where you're trying to intervene with certain taxes for certain kind of foods, it is obviously going to bring some challenges. Some equity challenges because those particular areas that are devoted to produce that kind of food are also related to a lot of workers, a lot of producers, farmers, etc. And a lot of those are going to get the negative effects of this sort of policies. So that's one side. Then the other side is, yeah, when you affect prices, prices affect obviously the consumers as well. And again, in those certain regions when you have some population that is already are having some challenges to afford certain kind of food, if you impose a tax, then that again will handle those population. There is a lot of work to do to look at the details. And sometimes global models or two aggregated models can fail short in that direction. But we see that in an aggregated world, let's say. Yes, I appreciate and want to pick up on both something you and Andrew have been really pushing. Is this interconnectedness. Once we intervene in one part of the market or in even one part of the world, there are reverberations throughout. And these models sound really rich, and you started to hit on something that I want to learn a little bit more. And it's this idea that the models aren't perfect. Can you tell us a little bit more about some of the limitations of these models, especially as it relates to policy design or policy discussion? Yes. Well one thing that is, and the more you look at these things, is some of these models or mostly global models, they do have again this benefit that you can see many things interconnected at the same time. But that then you have to neglect something. There is a trade off in that decision. And typically, you are looking at things at a slightly aggregated sort of level. So typically, you have a average representative consumer or an average representative producer in a different region or a different country. With that, you then could miss a lot of the heterogeneous effects that a policy or a counterfactual state of the world will have on a certain population. In many cases we will fall short on that. And one thing that we have seen, and it's really cool, and I think it's a really good advancement in recent years more, people is doing, is that sort of multi-scale kind of approach where you do have a sort of global model to solve certain situation and then with that you calibrate in a more granular type of level of model. That sort of multi-scale approach it's working pretty well to see more of these multi-level effects. But sometimes global models can fail short on getting a heterogeneous result, I guess. Thank you for sharing that. And it's important to understand that models are not perfect, and that we're regularly as a discipline, as a field, we're always working on improving the models, making them more realistic, and more responsive to policy shifts. And so that begs this question, and then I'm going to open this up first to Andrew and then back to you, Emiliano. In this review paper, we were looking at the state of the world, the state of the art of research in this space. And my question to you both is what are some places where you see a need for new research or new research questions that we haven't really dealt with? What are you seeing as important places to go here? Here's the thing. I wouldn't necessarily refer to it as sort of new research, but certainly where we definitely need more research. And so, for those studies that continue to link greenhouse gas emissions with animal protein production, and really trying to think about what that would necessarily mean if we in some way mitigate animal protein production. Particularly let's say cattle and dairy. What does that necessarily mean for countries at the lower end of the spectrum where that initial demand for protein is needed. While at the same time we're not seeing changes in the developing world. The point is, where do we get the most bang for our buck? Do we get the most bang for our buck environmentally by trying to mitigate consumption globally? Or in some way trying to mitigate consumption, say in the United States and Europe, while at the same time letting Botswana and other countries carry through on that dietary transition that would otherwise occur. And I do think I've seen studies like that. But I do think this whole issue of where best to mitigate meat production and where best to sort of let it go. The other thing, and we're going to continue with this going forward. And that is particularly in the developing world this idea of how one manages both rising obesity and rise in malnutrition all at the same time. Like that is a very sort of precarious position for governments to find themselves in. One, having to both feed people more than what's available, while at the same time having a subset of the population eating too much. Whereas unlike the United States where we could pretty much have a blanketed dietary strategy to try to reduce size, girth, and just sort of eating habits. In the developing world, you really do have to manage the dual negative outcomes of both obesity as well as malnutrition. Great. Thank you. And I really appreciate this idea of where do we target interventions? Where do we, as you said, where do we get the biggest bang for our buck? And then this really complicated tension of some folks is experiencing food security challenges, others are facing issues around obesity. And we actually see in some places where those two things come together really complex ways. What's the right set of policies to actually solve both of those problems? And how do you do that well? Emiliano, what are you thinking about in terms of new directions or areas to go? So, in terms of approaches like more in a technical way, but I'm going to be brief from this I promise, I feel that there is a lot of work to do in multilayer modeling. I think that's a really exciting avenue that people are trying. And there are different ways to go from top bottom sort of approaches in the demand spectrum, but also in the resource embedded spectrum. So that's pretty exciting. But then topically, I think Andrew covered pretty well. I will say also that we do have the multiple burdens of malnutrition. On top of that thing that I would mention is the food waste. A thing that I have learned in the past that food waste is a big portion of the overall purchasing basket. And it's coming pretty clear still is way sort of underdeveloped kind of area because it's a very difficult thing to measure. There are not a lot of papers that can address this globally or look at long run trends and things like that. But it's typically mirroring the dietary transition as well. But we really need to learn how that looks. Is this a thing that we used to think 5-10 years ago? It was more like a sort of static problem in rich countries that they tend to waste food. But now we're looking more and more that this is an increasing problem in more developing countries, emerging economies. And as soon as we get certain threshold of income, people start purchasing more than what they need. And then we see more and more food waste. And that area I think is somewhat overlooked or still a good challenge to be addressed. And then from there, when you look at that, we should look at how that again enters the big picture, right? I mean, there are a couple of papers that have combined these changes in diets, reducing food waste as a part of it, and so like that. But still there is a lot of work to do on that. We tend to think also, and again, similarly to with the other things, that food waste is not a great thing. It's a clear sign of inefficiency in the global food system. Food waste itself also has a lot of embedded resources, right? One of them is labor. So, we just try or do a huge amount of effort to just reduce or eliminate food waste or reduce in a big portion of food waste. Then what's going to happen with a lot of employment that it was devoted to that. I think that particular fact is somewhat overlooked too. But again, those are the sort of areas I would be excited to look in the near future. I really appreciate this point about food waste. That's an area that I've been working on mostly in the US. And I agree, I think there's some critical places for us to consider. And also thinking about what that means for modeling. I know with the Thrifty Food Plan here in the United States, there's an assumption of a 5% food waste and that's a big assumption. When you can imagine just how different households may respond to incentives or how prices may influence their choice or maybe even lack of choice as food waste does occur. So, I think you are touching on some really important points, and I really like how, Andrew, you're talking about the importance of targeting. Bios Andrew Muhammad is a professor of Agricultural and Resource Economics at the University of Tennessee Knoxville. He is an expert in international trade and agricultural policy. He assists state and national agricultural decision-makers in evaluating policies and programs dealing with agricultural commodities, food and nutrition, natural resources, and international trade. Emiliano Lopez Barrera is a visiting assistant professor in the Department of Agricultural Economics at the University of Texas A&M University. His current research focuses on understanding how future patterns of global food consumption will affect human health, and how the agricultural changes needed to support the ongoing global nutrition transition will affect the environment. He combines econometric tools with economic and nutrition modeling to explore the trade-offs and linkages among diets, human health, and environmental sustainability. Prior to his grad studies, he worked as a consultant for the Inter-American Development Bank at the Central Bank of Uruguay. 

Sometimes the vacations we dream about feel way out of reach — too expensive, too complicated, or just not realistic with life right now. But here's the thing: you don't have to wait until you've nailed down dates to start planning. There are actually quite a few things you can be doing early on, before you even know when you can make this trip happen. On this episode, I'm sharing what those are and why it's worth sketching out those big trip ideas early, even if they're still a few years away. → Learn about the VACATION BLUEPRINT DESIGN service ← Connect w/ Angela on Instagram LISTEN BACK: Episode 107: How to JUMPSTART Your Vacation Planning Episode 158: A Fall Challenge For You Episode 165: An Annual Review of Your Travel Bucket List

In this live Q&A session, Wade Pfau, Alex Murguia, and Bill Bengen discuss the intricacies of safe withdrawal rates in retirement, focusing on the relevance of the 4% rule, the impact of inflation, and the importance of investment strategies. They explore various topics including the significance of account types, the risks associated with stock picking, and the necessity of adjusting withdrawal rates based on market conditions and personal circumstances. The conversation emphasizes the need for a tailored approach to retirement planning, considering factors like tax efficiency and rebalancing strategies.   Takeaways Inflation is a significant risk in retirement planning. The 4% rule is not a fixed rule and can vary. Longer planning horizons require lower withdrawal rates. Account types affect the net amount available for withdrawal. Stock picking can be risky and is not recommended for most. Market conditions can influence safe withdrawal rates. Adjusting withdrawal rates in response to inflation is crucial. Understanding current vs. synthetic withdrawal rates is important. Annual reviews of withdrawal plans can help manage risks. Tax efficiency should be considered in withdrawal strategies.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Safe Withdrawal Rates 05:30 Understanding Account Types and Withdrawals 09:25 Small Caps and Future Performance 15:10 Annual Review of Withdrawal Plans 19:36 Immediate Actions in High Inflation 21:22 Customizing Withdrawal Strategies 22:55 Tax Considerations in Withdrawals 23:44 Withdrawal Strategies from a Multi-Fund Portfolio 26:45 Replacing Micro Caps in Portfolios   Links Get Bill Bengen's New Book – A Richer Retirement Want to dive deeper into the research behind the 4% rule and how retirement income planning has evolved? Bill Bengen's new book, A Richer Retirement, is now available—visit bengenfs.com to learn more and get your copy.

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The following guest sits down with host Justin White:•   Kym Mason – Mortgage Broker, The Mason Group/Summit Lending Mortgage loan originators are always looking for reasons to reach out to past clients, especially those who already have a low interest rate. How can LOs convince clients to pick up the phone? Listen to episode #102 of Good. Better. Broker. to hear about a strategic approach for getting clients on the phone and the right questions to ask them.In this episode of the Good. Better. Broker. podcast, you'll learn how to conduct an annual review campaign to see if borrowers can benefit from a refinance. In this episode, we discuss ...•   1:27 – why Kym's business depends on staying in touch with past clients•   3:13 – Kym's annual review campaign•   4:05 – different methods for reaching out to past clients•   6:12 – intentionally sending calls to voicemail•   7:22 – the questions Kym asks when she gets a past client on the phone•   8:40 – how Kym found out one of her clients had $40K in debt•   10:13 – an example of why it's important to stay on top of past clients•   11:27 – how Kym loops in her real estate agents on her clients' status•   12:02 – how affirming your clients influences the tone of a conversation•   13:15 – how Kym was able to turn around a conversation that went sideways•   15:35 – determining how much equity past clients have•   18:06 – the impact of the annual review campaign on Kym's business•   19:40 – how to get in touch with KymResources mentioned in this episode: Homebot Show Contributors:Kym MasonConnect on LinkedIn Connect on Facebook Connect on InstagramAbout the Host:Justin White is UWM's in-house brand journalist and the host of the daily news video, Inside Pass. He creates engaging content across multiple platforms to promote the benefits of the wholesale channel and partnering with UWM. A seven-time Emmy-award winner, Justin is a graduate of the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University. Connect with Justin on LinkedIn, Instagram, or Twitter Connect with UWM on Social Media:•   Facebook•   LinkedIn•   Instagram•   Twitter•   YouTubeHead to uwm.com to see the latest news and updates.

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In this episode, Divya speaks with Saad Gulzar, Associate Professor of Political Science and Global Affairs at the University of Notre Dame. At the time of recording of this episode, he was at Princeton University and has since moved to Notre Dame. Gulzar's research focuses on the politics of development in South Asia and centers on a critical question: How can governments deliver better outcomes for their citizens? His work combines randomized control trials, administrative data, and in-depth qualitative insights to examine how political representation and bureaucracies can become more responsive. The conversation explores Gulzar's research on the relationship between politicians and bureaucrats, and the conditions under which their collaboration leads to more effective governance. Gulzar's findings highlight how the everyday decisions and motivations of these key actors shape the design and delivery of public policy. By uncovering these dynamics, his work offers valuable insights into how governments can better align expectations and improve the delivery of services in people's daily lives. References: Gulzar, S., Pathak, D., Thompson, S., & Toth, A. (2025). Can Party Elites Shape the Rank and File? Evidence from a Recruitment Campaign in India. American Political Science Review, 119(2), 812-831. Gulzar, S., & Khan, M. Y. (2025). Good politicians: Experimental evidence on motivations for political candidacy and government performance. Review of Economic Studies, 92(1), 339-364. Gulzar, S. (2021). Who enters politics and why?. Annual Review of Political Science, 24(1), 253-275. Gulzar, S., & Pasquale, B. J. (2017). Politicians, bureaucrats, and development: Evidence from India. American Political Science Review, 111(1), 162-183.    

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Resumo:Muito antes das cidades, da escrita ou dos impérios, um povo no Crescente Fértil fez algo radical: escolheu parar. Os Natufianos (também conhecidos como a Cultura Natufiana) foram uma civilização do Epipaleolítico que habitou a região do Levante (atual Israel, Jordânia, Líbano, Síria e Palestina) entre cerca de 15.000 e 12.000 anos atrás. Eles eram caçadores-coletores que, antes da agricultura, estabeleceram-se em aldeias e desenvolveram práticas sociais complexas, como rituais funerários e ferramentas sofisticadas.De Ain Mallaha a El-Wad, suas aldeias revelam indícios de arquitetura, rituais, hierarquias e uma inédita relação com a terra — uma revolução silenciosa que moldou a base do mundo moderno. Criação e produçãoConteúdo escrito, narrado, editado e sonorizado por Waldir Franzini.

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In this fan favorite episode of the podcast, Dr. Bray answers a listener's question on loneliness.  Tune in to learn about the neuroscience and psychology of loneliness, what happens in the brain, and specific action steps you can take to combat loneliness.  In a world where loneliness is increasing exponentially, it is important to understand this issue and notice the signs and warning markers of isolation.  If you want to learn more, see below for specific research into the topics Dr. Bray discussed on this episode. “Loneliness and social isolation as risk factors for coronary heart disease and stroke: systematic review and meta-analysis of longitudinal observational studies” by Nicole K Valtorta et al. Heart “Loneliness matters: a theoretical and empirical review of consequences and mechanisms. Annals of Behavioral Medicine” by Louise C. Hawkley et al. Annals of Behavioral Medicine “The growing problem of loneliness” by Cacioppo & Cacioppo. The Lancet “Brain structure links loneliness to social perception” by Ryota Kanai et al. Current Biology “The association between social relationships and depression: a systematic review” by Ziggi Ivan Santini et al. Journal of Affective Disorders “The neuroendocrinology of social isolation” by John Cacioppo et al. Annual Review of Psychology “Social media use and perceived social isolation among young adults in the US” by Brian A. Primack et al. American Journal of Preventative Medicine “A meta-analysis of interventions to reduce loneliness” by Christopher M. Masi et al. Personality and Social Psychology Review “Mindfulness training reduces loneliness and increases social contact in a randomized controlled trial” by Emily K. Lindsay et al. PNAS QUOTES BY DR. BRAY “Loneliness can creep in no matter how connected we may appear or seem to be.” “The key to perception is understanding.” “Social media never replaces personal connection.”  

Dr. Kirsty Hird, a Research Officer in the Youth Mental Health team at The Kids Research Institute Australia, adds to Episode 1 of The Psychology of Self-Injury podcast by explaining in depth and in layman's terms why people self-injure according to the six most common/popular theoretical models. Connect with Dr. Hird on LinkedIn here, view her staff profile here, and follow her on ResearchGate here. Below are two of her papers related to today's interview as well as a few other resources referenced in this episode:Hird, K., Hasking, P., & Boyes, M. (2023). A comparison of the theoretical models of NSSI. In E.E. Lloyd-Richardson, I. Baetens, & J. Whitlock (Eds.), The Oxford handbook of nonsuicidal self-injury (pp. 24-40). Oxford University Press.Hird, K., Hasking, P., & Boyes, M. (2022). Relationships between outcome expectancies and non-suicidal self-injury: Moderating roles of emotion regulation difficulties and self-efficacy to resist self-injury. Archives of Suicide Research, 26(4), 1688-1701.Gray, N., Uren, H., Pemberton, E., & Boyes, M. (2023). Profiling ambivalence in the context of nonsuicidal self-injury. Journal of Clinical Psychology,  79(8), 1699-1712.Ramsey, W. A., Berlin, K. S., Del Conte, G., Lightsey, O. R., Schimmel-Bristow, A., Marks, L. R., & Strohmer, D. C. (2021). Targeting self-criticism in the treatment of nonsuicidal self-injury in dialectical behavior therapy for adolescents: a randomized clinical trial. Child and Adolescent Mental Health, 26(4), 320-330.Gratz, K., & Tull, M. (2025). Acceptance-based emotion regulation therapy: A clinician's guide to treating emotion dysregulation and self-destructive behaviors using an evidence-based therapy drawn from ACT and DBT. Harbinger Press.Below are links to the original 6 theoretical models discussed in this episode:Four Function Model - Nock, M. K., & Prinstein, M. J. (2004). A functional approach to the assessment of self-mutilative behavior. Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 72(5), 885–890.Experiential Avoidance Model - Chapman, A. L., Gratz, K. L., & Brown, M. Z. (2006). Solving the puzzle of deliberate self-harm: The experiential avoidance model. Behaviour Research and Therapy, 44(3), 371–394.Emotional Cascade Model - Selby, E. A., & Joiner, T. E. (2009). Cascades of emotion: The emergence of borderline personality disorder from emotional and behavioral dysregulation. Review of General Psychology, 13(3), 219–229.Integrated Model - Nock, M. K. (2010). Self-injury. Annual Review of Clinical Psychology, 6(1), 339–363.Cognitive-Emotional Model - Hasking, P., Whitlock, J., Voon, D., & Rose, A. (2017). A cognitive-emotional model of NSSI: Using emotion regulation and cognitive processes to explain why people self-injure. Cognition and Emotion, 31(8), 1543–1556.Barriers and Benefits Model - Hooley, J. M., & Franklin, J. C. (2018). Why do people hurt themselves? A new conceptual model of nonsuicidal self-injury. Clinical Psychological Science, 6(3), 428–451.Want to have a bigger role on the podcast?:Should you or someone you know be interviewed on the podcast? We want to know! Please fill out this Google doc form, and we will be in touch with more details if it's a good fit.Want to hear your question and have it answered on the podcast? Please send an audio clip of your question (60 seconds or less) to @DocWesters on Instagram or Twitter/X, or email us at thepsychologyofselfinjury@gmail.comWant to be involved in research? Send us a message at thepsychologyofselfinjury@gmail.com and we will see if we can match you to an active study.Want to interact with us through comments and polls? You can on Spotify!Follow Dr. Westers on Instagram and Twitter/X (@DocWesters). To join ISSS, visit itriples.org and follow ISSS on Facebook and Twitter/X (@ITripleS).The Psychology of Self-Injury podcast has been rated as one of the "10 Best Self Harm Podcasts" and "20 Best Clinical Psychology Podcasts" by Feedspot  and one of the Top 100 Psychology Podcasts by Goodpods. It has also been featured in Audible's "Best Mental Health Podcasts to Defy Stigma and Begin to Heal."

The Institute of Internal Auditors Presents: All Things Internal Audit Tech In this episode, Logan Wamsley talks with George Barham about The IIA's Cybersecurity Topical Requirement. They discuss how internal audit functions should prepare for its 2026 effective date, and why CAEs should take action now. The conversation also highlights the requirement's companion user guide, outsourcing considerations, framework references, and IIA resources available to help internal audit functions conform with confidence. HOST:Logan WamsleyAssociate Manager, Content Development, The IIA GUEST:George Barham, CIA, CRMA, CISA,Director, Standards & Guidance, The IIA  KEY POINTS: Introduction [00:00-00:00:21] Background on the Cybersecurity Topical Requirement [00:00:21-00:01:31] Key Feedback and Early Implementation Advice [00:01:31-00:03:09] Tips from CAEs on Getting Started [00:03:09-00:04:37] How to Use the Companion User Guide [00:04:37-00:05:57] Outsourcing Considerations [00:05:57-00:07:30] Framework References and Mapping [00:07:30-00:09:37] Keeping Up with the Evolving Cyber Landscape [00:09:37-00:11:30] Annual Review and Updates [00:11:30-00:12:24] Advice as the Effective Date Approaches [00:12:24-00:14:26] Additional IIA Resources and Support [00:14:26-00:16:38] Final Thoughts [00:16:38-00:18:23] THE IIA RELATED CONTENT:  Interested in this topic? Visit the links below for more resources: Cybersecurity Topical Requirement Executive Knowledge Brief: The Cybersecurity Topical Requirement in Practice GTAG: Assessing Cybersecurity Risk 2025 Cybersecurity Virtual Conference Cyber Resource Center A New Tool to Monitor Established Risks Visit The IIA's website or YouTube channel for related topics and more. Follow All Things Internal Audit: Apple PodcastsSpotify LibsynDeezer

In preparing for this recording, it just gave me a total PTSD flashback to the pandemic. And we had the Great Resignation. Oh, my goodness. At the time of this recording, it's 2025. I was just thinking about that, and I was also thinking about this idea that once we find a great teammate—a great team member—we want so badly to keep them. I think about the NCAA collegiate coaches right now and what they're having to do, working so hard not just to find new talent, but to keep the talent they already have. It's so easy for these players to go back and forth. So let's talk about this idea of retention in your business so that you can make sure to retain the right talent—the talent that is really offering a lot of value not only to the business and the mission itself, but also to the actual team members. They're finding joy in their work. So let's see if we can liberate you from chaos by helping you retain the right talent. It's Scott Beebe with Business On Purpose again. Go check out the Dickie and Donnie Show on this thread, that wonderful podcast that Shawn and Brandon, two of the coaches here at Business On Purpose, have been building for you. We've got a lot of people listening to it. Super fun. Alright, let's talk about retention. To retain talent, you've got to learn to invest time in deep, meaningful conversations. Now, I realize I've just lost a lot of you. Some of you might just turn this podcast off because you're thinking, That is not within my wheelhouse. Listen—people crave attention. You do, too. I do, too. We crave connection. When we feel disconnected, we're likely to go look somewhere else, no matter how rewarding the work itself might be. You might go, Well, this is my ideal job. Yeah, but it's not my ideal culture. So one effective way to foster connection is through what we call the Big 5 Feedback Loop. It's a concept you've heard me mention before on this podcast, and it's inspired by the Big Five safari animals in Africa. And to be honest, I don't really remember what they are—I'm sure there's probably a lion and a giraffe and an elephant or something like that—but you can look them up. The Big 5 Feedback Loop consists of five elements that are crucial for small business success. Just imagine a loop with five points on it. 1. Team Meeting This is a weekly, one-hour gathering led by a leader with a set agenda. It's not new—but it's intentional. One hour, agenda-driven, leader-led. During this meeting, you celebrate big wins, review what we call the "anchor" (the essential culture-building elements in your business), do training, give handbook reminders, celebrate birthdays and anniversaries, and review the upcoming 4, 8, 12, and 16-week calendar. Most people forget to do all that because we get too busy talking about daily tasks and sales. You also discuss your 12-week goals—three quarterly objectives—and you touch briefly on each business system (Marketing, Sales, Operations, Admin) at a high level. This is NOT the time for project-level problem solving. That comes later. 2. Departmental Meetings These are weekly, one-hour sessions focused on specific business systems or departments—Marketing, Sales, Ops, Admin. If you need to combine Marketing and Sales because you're small, that's okay. These meetings dive into repetitive elements and results. In your Operations meeting, for instance, this is where you talk job-by-job and get into production details. But this is the only place to do that. 3. Executive Meeting This meeting is for your high-level leadership team. Even in a small business, it's valuable to zoom out and take a bird's-eye view of things once or twice a month. You talk about strategy, big-picture issues, and alignment. 4. One-on-One Check-ins These are short, 15-minute meetings with each team member, ideally once or twice a month. They follow a five-question format: What big win do you have from this month? What are you seeing and thinking right now? What blind spots do I have? What do you need from me? Here's what I see and what I need from you. (Note: The fifth one is a statement, not a question—this is where you provide feedback.) 5. Annual Performance Review This happens once or twice a year. What makes it work is that it's two-way. Half the review is your evaluation of the team member, and the other half is their self-assessment. You can use the same set of questions for both, usually delivered in a form ahead of the meeting. If you'll implement the Big 5 Feedback Loop—Team Meetings, Departmental Meetings, Executive Meetings, One-on-One Check-ins, and Annual Reviews—you create multiple intentional touchpoints for communication and connection. When you do that, you build a strong, engaged team that feels valued and understood. And when people feel seen and heard, retention becomes less of a challenge. Yes, there will always be challenges—we're working with people, after all—but you can reduce turnover, increase trust, and ultimately improve your business performance. Got questions about the details? Head to businessonpurpose.com/ask. If you're a business with three or more employees and a million dollars or more in revenue, and you really want to grow, go there. Each of our coaches sets aside 15–20 minutes a week to answer your questions—no strings attached. And if you want to know how to work with us? Just ask. businessonpurpose.com/ask To check the health of your business, visit mybusinessonpurpose.com/healthy today! SIGN UP for our Newsletter HERE➡️ https://www.boproadmap.com/newsletter For blogs and updates, visit our site HERE ➡️ https://www.mybusinessonpurpose.com/b... LISTEN to the Business On Purpose Podcast HERE ➡️ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel HERE ➡️    / @mybusinessonpurpose6352  

Political analysts are thinking a lot these days about the rule of law: where it comes from, what sustains it, how it can break down. Those are hard enough questions in themselves. And, yet — they simplify away an important complexity. They assume that there is only one law that rules. As our guest today, Dr. Egor Lazarev – assistant professor of political science at Yale – points out to us, in many parts of the world, the question is not just whether the law will rule – it's also which of many legal orders will prevail. In his recent book State-Building as Lawfare: Custom, Sharia, and State Law in Postwar Chechnya, Egor studies a setting in which different legal systems have evolved over time and coexist side by side – with matters like marriage, divorce, and murder sometimes being adjudicated by state judges, sometimes by religious courts, and sometimes under customary rules.Egor first gives us a helpful primer on the Chechnyan civil wars and their central role in the making of Putin's Russia. We then talk with him about how customary law, Sharia law, and state law operate alongside each other in Chechnya and how those seeking the protection of the law decide which legal order to turn to. As Egor explains, Chechnya is far from unique in displaying what he calls “legal pluralism.” Scholars estimate, for instance, that over 60 countries formally recognize some form of customary or traditional law alongside state law.For the most part, this is a conversation about two things. First, we might expect that government actors would do all they can to suppress competing legal systems and ensure the primacy of state law. Why, then, do we sometimes see state leaders doing exactly the opposite? Egor tells us about the strategic conditions under which government officials will choose to intentionally strengthen customary or religious law relative to state law – and why a strategy that looks like it would diminish the power of state actors can actually enhance their legitimacy and authority.This is also a conversation about gender and the law. In his book, Egor argues that the core social divide at the center of legal pluralism is a gender cleavage. Many struggles over social control often revolve around the regulation of female sexuality, around marriage and divorce, property inheritance, and honor and shame – and the different legal orders handle these issues very differently. We talk with Egor about the gendered impacts of state, customary, and Sharia law and about why Chechen women – particularly in the wake of two brutal, socially disruptive civil wars – have been turning to the state judiciary far more than Chechen men.We hope you enjoy this conversation. To stay informed about future episodes, follow us on Bluesky @scopeconditions and check out our website, scopeconditionspodcast.com, where you can also find references to all the academic works we discuss. And if you like the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.Now, here's our conversation with Egor Lazarev.Works cited in this episodeDesmond, M. (2012). Eviction and the reproduction of urban poverty. The American Journal of Sociology, 118(1), 88-133. Gibson, E. L. (2013). Boundary Control: Subnational Authoritarianism in Federal Democracies. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press. Pachirat, T. (2011). Every Twelve Seconds: Industrialized Slaughter and the Politics of Sight. New Haven: Yale University Press. Wedeen, L. (2010). Reflections on ethnographic work in political science. Annual Review of Political Science, 13(1), 255-272. 

Ist es möglich, die Emotionen anderer Menschen zu steuern? Leon und Atze klären, warum Empathie ein Tor in fremde Gefühlswelten sein könnte und welche Schritte helfen, um die Gefühle außerhalb der eigenen Psyche mitzugestalten. Fühlt euch gut betreut Leon & Atze Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leonwindscheid/ https://www.instagram.com/atzeschroeder_offiziell/ Mehr zu unseren Werbepartnern findet ihr hier: https://linktr.ee/betreutesfuehlen Tickets: Atze: https://www.atzeschroeder.de/#termine Leon: https://leonwindscheid.de/tour/ VVK Münster 2025: https://betreutes-fuehlen.ticket.io/ Start ins heutige Thema: 05:02 min. Quellen: Paper zum erweiterten Prozessmodell der interpersonellen Emotionsregulation: Nozaki, Y., & Mikolajczak, M. (2020). Extrinsic emotion regulation. Emotion, 20(1), 10. https://doi.org/10.1037/emo0000636 Eine Übersichtsarbeit zu “Empathie und interpersoneller Emotionsregulation” findet ihr hier: Zaki, J. (2020). Integrating empathy and interpersonal emotion regulation. Annual Review of Psychology, 71(1), 517–540. https://doi.org/10.1146/annurev-psych-010419-050830 Studien aus Heidelberg und Yale zu Empathie und interpersoneller Emotionsregulation: Geiger, E. J., Pruessner, L., Barnow, S., & Joormann, J. (2024). Empathy is associated with interpersonal emotion regulation goals in everyday life. Emotion, 24(4), 1092–1108. https://doi.org/10.1037/emo0001332 Geiger, E. J., Pruessner, L., Barnow, S., & Joormann, J. (2025). What empathizers do: Empathy and the selection of everyday interpersonal emotion regulation strategies. Journal of Affective Disorders, 370, 76–89. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jad.2024.10.056 TEDx Talk: Daryl Davis – “Why I, as a black man, attend KKK rallies” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ORp3q1Oaezw Redaktion: Julia Ditzer Produktion: Murmel Productions

We are officially out of time to prevent hitting 1.5 degrees. Yep - earlier last week, the World Meteorological Organisation said that we are going to hit 1.5 degrees of global heating by 2027, which is just two years away.So I thought we'd have an episode about what that really means - because what actually changes at 1.5 degrees? And what happens if we go beyond that?In this episode:Why scientists identified 1.5 degrees as a milestoneWhat a 1.5 degree increase will actually causeWhere we are today with global heatingThe damage to the oceans and natural world from global warmingWhy a 1.5 degree change is now baked inWhat terrifying things happen at 2 degreesThe places that could become uninhabitable in the next few decadesThe huge impact on cities and the losses we can expect over the next 80 yearsThe big impacts on crops, people, and health at 2 degreesThe economic impact we can expect from climate change over the next few decadesWhat happens at 2.7 degrees, which is expected by 2100Why I don't think this will be our futureThe single most powerful thing you can do to prevent this dark futureEpisode Sources:World Meteorological Organization (WMO) – Global Annual-to-Decadal Climate Update 2024https://public.wmo.int/en/media/press-release/global-temperatures-set-reach-new-records-next-five-yearsNASA Earth Observatory – “Earth Is Storing More Heat” (summary of Cheng et al. 2023 Earth-energy-imbalance work)https://earthobservatory.nasa.gov/images/152431/earth-is-storing-more-heatvon Schuckmann, K. et al. 2023 – “Heat stored in the Earth system: where does the energy go?” Earth System Science Datahttps://doi.org/10.5194/essd-15-1675-2023Cheng, L. et al. 2023 – “Record-setting ocean heat content and Earth system imbalance in 2023.” Advances in Atmospheric Scienceshttps://doi.org/10.1007/s00376-023-2385-2Dessler, A. E. 2021 – “Water-vapour feedback.” Annual Review of Earth and Planetary Scienceshttps://doi.org/10.1146/annurev-earth-082420-064024Copernicus Emergency Management Service – Rapid Mapping EMERG0325, Emilia-Romagna Floods (2023)https://rapidmapping.emergency.copernicus.eu/EMSR632Bureau of Meteorology (Australia) – State of the Climate 2022https://www.csiro.au/state-of-the-climateNIWA – Climate-change projections and extreme-rainfall trends for New Zealand (2024 update)https://niwa.co.nz/climate/research-projects/climate-change/extreme-weatherNOAA Coral Reef Watch – Global Coral Bleaching Event Status Update, April 2024https://coralreefwatch.noaa.govGatti, L. V. et al. 2021 – “Amazonia as a carbon source linked to deforestation and climate change.” Nature 595:388–393https://doi.org/10.1038/s41586-021-03629-6Trathan, P. N. et al. 2023 – “Climate-driven population decline of emperor penguins.” Communications Earth & Environment 4:148https://doi.org/10.1038/s43247-023-00772-3Met Office (UK) – “One billion people face deadly heat stress at 2 °C warming.” Press release, Oct 2021https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/about-us/press-office/news/weather-and-climate/2021/cop26-heat-stressIPCC – Special Report on Global Warming of 1.5 °C (2018), Chapter 3https://www.ipcc.ch/sr15/IPCC – Sixth Assessment Report Synthesis (2023)https://www.ipcc.ch/report/ar6/synthesis-report/University of New South Wales – West Antarctic ice-sheet collapse threshold study (2022)https://newsroom.unsw.edu.au/news/science-tech/west-antarctic-ice-sheet-may-have-passed-point-no-returnProject Drawdown – “The Powerful Role of Household Actions in Solving Climate Change” (2023)https://drawdown.org/insights/the-powerful-role-of-household-actions-in-solving-climate-changeFAO – “Climate change could push 183 million more people into hunger by 2050.” News release, Sept 2021https://www.fao.org/newsroom/detail/climate-change-could-push-183-million-more-people-to-hunger/enWorld Food Programme – “What if the world warms 3 °C? Hunger and the climate crisis.” 2022Find the rest of the sources on our website and Substack!

*Note: This is the Free Content version of my interview with Veronica French. To access the entire episode, please consider becoming a Tier 2 'Groves of Orpheus' member on Patreon, or you can purchase this episode for a one-time fee. My guest this month is Veronica French. Veronica has an MA in Religious Studies from the University of Erfurt, Germany. She specializes in the study of modern shamanism, anthropology of religion and gender studies. Her master's thesis explored how modern shamans living in Germany define a “shaman way” and their turning point or crisis, which informs their “shamanic journey.” Her undergraduate work was in medical anthropology with a focus on shamanic techniques and Chinese 5 Element, in which she explored the scholar/practitioner position. She presented previously at the 8th Biannual Conference of the European Society for the Study of Western Esotericism (ESSWE) with the paper “Performative Strategies of Creative Esotericism in 19th Century Jewish Communities” (Cork, Ireland, 2022); XXXI International Summer School on Religion Women and Religions with the paper “Modern Shamanism, Empowerment and Green Religion: Contemporary Shamanic Practice in Germany” (San Gimignano, Italy, 2024); and the International Theosophical History Conference 2024 with the paper “Modern Shamanism, Theosophy and Ecological Spirituality: Connecting Nature Spiritualities” (Ascona, Switzerland, 2024). Veronica also presented at three seminars at the University of Erfurt: “Initial Shamanic Interviews” University of Erfurt, Master's Thesis Colloquium (2023); “Green Religion and Indigeneity in Popular Media,”University of Erfurt, Green Religion? Answers to Climate Change from the Perspective of Religious Studies (2023); and “Ethnographic Work of Shamanic Practice in Eastern Germany,” University of Erfurt, Master's Writing Seminar (2023).In this discussion, Veronica shares her background and inspiration for her research into modern shamanism. We talk a bit about the terms shamanism and animism, as these are somewhat contested within academia, and Veronica shares how she is using these terms in her work. She explains what questions she was asking at the outset of her project, and also the surprising additions that arose once she started interviewing her participants. Veronica also notes the interesting data that she gathered regarding topics such as gender, identity, “lived religion,” and ecology. As Veronica has her own experience within the concept known as a the holistic milieu (referring to a broad and diverse spiritual landscape that encompasses various New Age and alternative spiritual practices; often contrasted with traditional religious institutions, as it focuses on personal spirituality, self-development, and holistic well-being rather than formal doctrines or organized worship), she found she was able to relate well to the experiences of her participants, and this aspect has led her to consider continuing her research using the method known as autoethnography. This is a qualitative research method that combines autobiographical storytelling with ethnographic analysis. It allows researchers to use their personal experiences to explore and critique cultural beliefs, practices, and social phenomena. Veronica talks about other scholars in the field who have been using this method, and how it is becoming more accepted within academia. If anyone has any questions or comments for Veronica, please post them here or contact me via email and I can pass these on to her. She welcomes further feedback and discussion! Veronica was also very kind to share some references for futher reading; please see this below. PROGRAM NOTESReferences:Olivia Cejan: "Arts and Crafts Divine" is her dissertation utilizing autoethnography and pedagogy to write about a secret society group. Talk at Copenhagen Conference:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4g2qvGcy5pY&t=524sCorrine Sombrun: -Her institute: https://trancescience.org/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4oDs10hUy6ETrailer to her movie; English subtitlesTed Talk:English subtitleshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ym0kIECFi0Uhttps://amara.org/videos/Tcvokh51yb2Y/en/1543652/?tab=revisionsAnother interview with English (Google)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Syy4MTHAfF4 Alice Ahern: Phd Cork Ireland, studying shamanism and pop culture:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OCCeV7MLtFcYoutube talk:  "The Reclamation of Feminine Wisdom in the Irish Neo-Shamanic Milieu" Traditional Religions view on Nature Religions:https://fore.yale.edu/Event-Listings/Religions-World-and-Ecology-Conference-Series/Religions-World-and-Ecology-Archivehttps://fore.yale.edu/sites/default/files/files/annual_review_environment.pdfBibliography :Eliade, Mircea. Shamanism: Archaic Techniques of Ecstasy. Princeton, N.J: Princeton University Press, 1972.Harner, Michael J. The Way of the Shaman. 10th anniversary ed. San Francisco: Harper & Row, 1990.Harvey, Graham. Animism: Respecting the Living World. Kent Town: Wakefield Press, 2005.Harvey, Graham. Shamanism: A Reader. London: Routledge, 2003.Jenkins, Willis. u.a: “Religion and Climate Change”, Annual Review of Environment and Resources 2018 (43), 85-108.Kaza, Stephanie. “The Greening of Buddhism: Promise and Perils”, in: Oxford Handbook of Religion and Ecology, Oxford 2006, 184-220.Kraft, S, T Fonneland, and J Lewis. Nordic Neoshamanisms. New York: Palgrave Macmillan, 2015. Nordic Neoshamanisms | SpringerLinkLaack, Isabel (2020) “The New Animism and Its Challenges to the Study of Religion”, Method and Theory in the Study of Religion, 1-33.Lewis, I.M., Ecstatic Religion | A Study of Shamanism and Spirit Possession | I.M.McGuire, Meredith B. Lived religion: Faith and practice in everyday life. Oxford University Press, 2008.Puca, Angela. Italian Witchcraft and Shamanism: The Tradition of Segnature, Indigenous and Trans-Cultural Shamanic Traditions in Italy. Leiden; Brill, 2024.Saler, Benson. Conceptualizing Religion: Immanent Anthropologists, Transcendent Natives, and Unbounded Categories. New York: Berghahn Books, 2000.Shelton, Dinah (2015): “Nature as a legal person”. In: Vertigo (Hors-série 22).DOI: 10.4000/vertigo.16188.Taylor, Bron Raymond. Dark Green Religion: Nature Spirituality and the Planetary Future. Berkeley: University of California Press, 2010. Dark Green Religion – Professor Bron TaylorZnamenski, Andrei A., The Beauty of the Primitive: Shamanism and Western Imagination | Oxford Academic Music and Editing: Daniel P. SheaEnd Production: Stephanie Shea 

At the 100 day mark of Donald Trump's second term as president, the political scientists at Bright Line Watch released their 25th report on the state of American democracy entitled “Threats to democracy and academic freedom after Trump's second first 100 days.” Based on polling both experts (760 political scientists) and the public (representative sample of 2000 Americans), the Bright Line Watch researchers find that the Trump administration has challenged constitutional and democratic norms on a wide range of issues, including the scope of executive power and the authority of courts to check it, individual freedom of expression, due process and habeas corpus, immigration, and academic freedom. In this episode of POSTSCRIPT: Conversations on Politics and Political Science, two of Bright Line Watch's co-directors analyze the latest report – and what it means for American democracy. Topics include democratic performance, threats to democracy and academic freedom and self-censorship. Dr. John Carey (he/him) is the Wentworth Professor in the Social Sciences at Dartmouth College. He is the author of 6 books and dozens of articles on democratic institutions, representation, and political beliefs. Dr. Gretchen Helmke is the Thomas H. Jackson Distinguished University Professor in the Department of Political Science and faculty director of the Democracy Center at the University of Rochester. Her research focuses on democracy and the rule of law in Latin America and the United States. Her new co-authored article definition and measuring democratic norms is forthcoming in the Annual Review of Political Science. She has been named a Guggenheim Fellow for 2025. Mentioned: Bright Line Watch's April 2025 report, Threats to Democracy and Academic Freedom after Trump's Second First 100 Days (based on parallel surveys of 760 political scientists and a representative sample of 2,000 Americans fielded in April). Bright Line Watch homepage with data and past reports John Carey on NPR's All Things Considered, 4/22 discussing the latest report. Adam Przeworski's Substack Diary (free to subscribe and read) Democratic Erosion Project (with dataset that Gretchen mentioned) Susan's New Books Network conversation with Dr. Sue Stokes on the importance of integrating comparative politics and American politics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/american-studies

At the 100 day mark of Donald Trump's second term as president, the political scientists at Bright Line Watch released their 25th report on the state of American democracy entitled “Threats to democracy and academic freedom after Trump's second first 100 days.” Based on polling both experts (760 political scientists) and the public (representative sample of 2000 Americans), the Bright Line Watch researchers find that the Trump administration has challenged constitutional and democratic norms on a wide range of issues, including the scope of executive power and the authority of courts to check it, individual freedom of expression, due process and habeas corpus, immigration, and academic freedom. In this episode of POSTSCRIPT: Conversations on Politics and Political Science, two of Bright Line Watch's co-directors analyze the latest report – and what it means for American democracy. Topics include democratic performance, threats to democracy and academic freedom and self-censorship. Dr. John Carey (he/him) is the Wentworth Professor in the Social Sciences at Dartmouth College. He is the author of 6 books and dozens of articles on democratic institutions, representation, and political beliefs. Dr. Gretchen Helmke is the Thomas H. Jackson Distinguished University Professor in the Department of Political Science and faculty director of the Democracy Center at the University of Rochester. Her research focuses on democracy and the rule of law in Latin America and the United States. Her new co-authored article definition and measuring democratic norms is forthcoming in the Annual Review of Political Science. She has been named a Guggenheim Fellow for 2025. Mentioned: Bright Line Watch's April 2025 report, Threats to Democracy and Academic Freedom after Trump's Second First 100 Days (based on parallel surveys of 760 political scientists and a representative sample of 2,000 Americans fielded in April). Bright Line Watch homepage with data and past reports John Carey on NPR's All Things Considered, 4/22 discussing the latest report. Adam Przeworski's Substack Diary (free to subscribe and read) Democratic Erosion Project (with dataset that Gretchen mentioned) Susan's New Books Network conversation with Dr. Sue Stokes on the importance of integrating comparative politics and American politics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/politics-and-polemics

At the 100 day mark of Donald Trump's second term as president, the political scientists at Bright Line Watch released their 25th report on the state of American democracy entitled “Threats to democracy and academic freedom after Trump's second first 100 days.” Based on polling both experts (760 political scientists) and the public (representative sample of 2000 Americans), the Bright Line Watch researchers find that the Trump administration has challenged constitutional and democratic norms on a wide range of issues, including the scope of executive power and the authority of courts to check it, individual freedom of expression, due process and habeas corpus, immigration, and academic freedom. In this episode of POSTSCRIPT: Conversations on Politics and Political Science, two of Bright Line Watch's co-directors analyze the latest report – and what it means for American democracy. Topics include democratic performance, threats to democracy and academic freedom and self-censorship. Dr. John Carey (he/him) is the Wentworth Professor in the Social Sciences at Dartmouth College. He is the author of 6 books and dozens of articles on democratic institutions, representation, and political beliefs. Dr. Gretchen Helmke is the Thomas H. Jackson Distinguished University Professor in the Department of Political Science and faculty director of the Democracy Center at the University of Rochester. Her research focuses on democracy and the rule of law in Latin America and the United States. Her new co-authored article definition and measuring democratic norms is forthcoming in the Annual Review of Political Science. She has been named a Guggenheim Fellow for 2025. Mentioned: Bright Line Watch's April 2025 report, Threats to Democracy and Academic Freedom after Trump's Second First 100 Days (based on parallel surveys of 760 political scientists and a representative sample of 2,000 Americans fielded in April). Bright Line Watch homepage with data and past reports John Carey on NPR's All Things Considered, 4/22 discussing the latest report. Adam Przeworski's Substack Diary (free to subscribe and read) Democratic Erosion Project (with dataset that Gretchen mentioned) Susan's New Books Network conversation with Dr. Sue Stokes on the importance of integrating comparative politics and American politics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

At the 100 day mark of Donald Trump's second term as president, the political scientists at Bright Line Watch released their 25th report on the state of American democracy entitled “Threats to democracy and academic freedom after Trump's second first 100 days.” Based on polling both experts (760 political scientists) and the public (representative sample of 2000 Americans), the Bright Line Watch researchers find that the Trump administration has challenged constitutional and democratic norms on a wide range of issues, including the scope of executive power and the authority of courts to check it, individual freedom of expression, due process and habeas corpus, immigration, and academic freedom. In this episode of POSTSCRIPT: Conversations on Politics and Political Science, two of Bright Line Watch's co-directors analyze the latest report – and what it means for American democracy. Topics include democratic performance, threats to democracy and academic freedom and self-censorship. Dr. John Carey (he/him) is the Wentworth Professor in the Social Sciences at Dartmouth College. He is the author of 6 books and dozens of articles on democratic institutions, representation, and political beliefs. Dr. Gretchen Helmke is the Thomas H. Jackson Distinguished University Professor in the Department of Political Science and faculty director of the Democracy Center at the University of Rochester. Her research focuses on democracy and the rule of law in Latin America and the United States. Her new co-authored article definition and measuring democratic norms is forthcoming in the Annual Review of Political Science. She has been named a Guggenheim Fellow for 2025. Mentioned: Bright Line Watch's April 2025 report, Threats to Democracy and Academic Freedom after Trump's Second First 100 Days (based on parallel surveys of 760 political scientists and a representative sample of 2,000 Americans fielded in April). Bright Line Watch homepage with data and past reports John Carey on NPR's All Things Considered, 4/22 discussing the latest report. Adam Przeworski's Substack Diary (free to subscribe and read) Democratic Erosion Project (with dataset that Gretchen mentioned) Susan's New Books Network conversation with Dr. Sue Stokes on the importance of integrating comparative politics and American politics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Noam Dworman, Dan Naturman and Periel Aschenbrand are joined by  Anna Rascouët-Paz, a French-Colombian journalist who reports for Snopes. She's also worked at WNYC for the show Radiolab, as an independent research publisher Annual Reviews and Bloomberg News. She recently produced a documentary podcast series on statelessness called Citizens of Nowhere.

Noam Dworman, Dan Naturman and Periel Aschenbrand are joined by  Anna Rascouët-Paz, a French-Colombian journalist who reports for Snopes. She's also worked at WNYC for the show Radiolab, as an independent research publisher Annual Reviews and Bloomberg News. She recently produced a documentary podcast series on statelessness called Citizens of Nowhere.

Annual Reviews are seen as one of the go to methods in management... but are they really that effective? We talk today about the problems facing your team members, and how annual reviews are too slow to solve them.  This episode mentions Wish List Travel. Enjoy your next vacation with a designed-for-you, once in a lifetime experience. Get away and enjoy some you time. Go to https://nwatravelagent.com/ to book your next vacation today.   Enjoy the podcast? Join our patreon at Patreon.com/GoodAdvice. 

Was wäre, wenn wir in Wirklichkeit gar nicht glücklich sein wollen? Wenn das Streben nach Glück Bullshit wäre? Obwohl wir alle denken „ich will doch glücklich sein“ oder „Glück fühlt sich toll an“ - könnte es doch auch sein, dass Glück am Ende nur ein PR-Trick ist… In dieser Folge kriegt ihr einen steile aber sehr spannende These. Fühlt euch gut betreut Leon & Atze Start ins heutige Thema: 09:48 min. VVK Münster 2025: https://betreutes-fuehlen.ticket.io/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leonwindscheid/ https://www.instagram.com/atzeschroeder_offiziell/ Der Instagram Account für Betreutes Fühlen: https://www.instagram.com/betreutesfuehlen/ Mehr zu unseren Werbepartnern findet ihr hier: https://linktr.ee/betreutesfuehlen Tickets: Atze: https://www.atzeschroeder.de/#termine Leon: https://leonwindscheid.de/tour/ Quellen: Der Artikel von David Pinsof: Happiness Is Bullshit https://www.everythingisbullshit.blog/p/happiness-is-bullshit Und sein Fortsetzungsartikel dazu: Happiness Is Bullshit Revisited https://www.everythingisbullshit.blog/p/happiness-is-bullshit-revisited Die Argumentation von Andy Clark: Clark, A. (2024). The experience machine: How our minds predict and shape reality. Random House. Wer tiefer einsteigen will, zum Thema Vorhersagen in unserem Hirn und Belohnungen: Schultz, W. (2016). Dopamine reward prediction error coding. Dialogues in Clinical Neuroscience, 18(1), 23–32. Schultz, W. (2024). A dopamine mechanism for reward maximization. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. Das passt zur Idee mit dem Topfschlagen: »Your Brain Predicts (Almost) Everything You Do«, schreibt Lisa Feldman Barrett in ihrem Buch und liefert eine Reihe von Argumenten und Beispielen. Barrett, L. F. (2023). Siebeneinhalb Lektionen über das Gehirn. Rowohlt. Und eben Andy Clark: Clark, A. (2024). The experience machine: How our minds predict and shape reality. Random House. Die Studie mit den Ratten: Warlow, S. M., Naffziger, E. E., & Berridge, K. C. (2020). The central amygdala recruits mesocorticolimbic circuitry for pursuit of reward or pain. Nature communications. Eine Übersicht zu Wanting vs. Liking Nguyen, D., Naffziger, E. E., & Berridge, K. C. (2021). Positive affect: nature and brain bases of liking and wanting. Current Opinion in Behavioral Sciences. Und hier nochmal tiefer mit Fokus auf Drogen Robinson, T. E., & Berridge, K. C. (2024). The incentive-sensitization theory of addiction 30 years on. Annual Review of Psychology, 76. Redaktion: Dr. Leon Windscheid Produktion: Murmel Productions

In this episode Gudrun speaks with Nadja Klein and Moussa Kassem Sbeyti who work at the Scientific Computing Center (SCC) at KIT in Karlsruhe. Since August 2024, Nadja has been professor at KIT leading the research group Methods for Big Data (MBD) there. She is an Emmy Noether Research Group Leader, and a member of AcademiaNet, and Die Junge Akademie, among others. In 2025, Nadja was awarded the Committee of Presidents of Statistical Societies (COPSS) Emerging Leader Award (ELA). The COPSS ELA recognizes early career statistical scientists who show evidence of and potential for leadership and who will help shape and strengthen the field. She finished her doctoral studies in Mathematics at the Universität Göttingen before conducting a postdoc at the University of Melbourne as a Feodor-Lynen fellow by the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation. Afterwards she was a Professor for Statistics and Data Science at the Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin before joining KIT. Moussa joined Nadja's lab as an associated member in 2023 and later as a postdoctoral researcher in 2024. He pursued a PhD at the TU Berlin while working as an AI Research Scientist at the Continental AI Lab in Berlin. His research primarily focuses on deep learning, developing uncertainty-based automated labeling methods for 2D object detection in autonomous driving. Prior to this, Moussa earned his M.Sc. in Mechatronics Engineering from the TU Darmstadt in 2021. The research of Nadja and Moussa is at the intersection of statistics and machine learning. In Nadja's MBD Lab the research spans theoretical analysis, method development and real-world applications. One of their key focuses is Bayesian methods, which allow to incorporate prior knowledge, quantify uncertainties, and bring insights to the “black boxes” of machine learning. By fusing the precision and reliability of Bayesian statistics with the adaptability of machine and deep learning, these methods aim to leverage the best of both worlds. The KIT offers a strong research environment, making it an ideal place to continue their work. They bring new expertise that can be leveraged in various applications and on the other hand Helmholtz offers a great platform in that respect to explore new application areas. For example Moussa decided to join the group at KIT as part of the Helmholtz Pilot Program Core-Informatics at KIT (KiKIT), which is an initiative focused on advancing fundamental research in informatics within the Helmholtz Association. Vision models typically depend on large volumes of labeled data, but collecting and labeling this data is both expensive and prone to errors. During his PhD, his research centered on data-efficient learning using uncertainty-based automated labeling techniques. That means estimating and using the uncertainty of models to select the helpful data samples to train the models to label the rest themselves. Now, within KiKIT, his work has evolved to include knowledge-based approaches in multi-task models, eg. detection and depth estimation — with the broader goal of enabling the development and deployment of reliable, accurate vision systems in real-world applications. Statistics and data science are fascinating fields, offering a wide variety of methods and applications that constantly lead to new insights. Within this domain, Bayesian methods are especially compelling, as they enable the quantification of uncertainty and the incorporation of prior knowledge. These capabilities contribute to making machine learning models more data-efficient, interpretable, and robust, which are essential qualities in safety-critical domains such as autonomous driving and personalized medicine. Nadja is also enthusiastic about the interdisciplinarity of the subject — repeatedly changing the focus from mathematics to economics to statistics to computer science. The combination of theoretical fundamentals and practical applications makes statistics an agile and important field of research in data science. From a deep learning perspective, the focus is on making models both more efficient and more reliable when dealing with large-scale data and complex dependencies. One way to do this is by reducing the need for extensive labeled data. They also work on developing self-aware models that can recognize when they're unsure and even reject their own predictions when necessary. Additionally, they explore model pruning techniques to improve computational efficiency, and specialize in Bayesian deep learning, allowing machine learning models to better handle uncertainty and complex dependencies. Beyond the methods themselves, they also contribute by publishing datasets that help push the development of next-generation, state-of-the-art models. The learning methods are applied across different domains such as object detection, depth estimation, semantic segmentation, and trajectory prediction — especially in the context of autonomous driving and agricultural applications. As deep learning technologies continue to evolve, they're also expanding into new application areas such as medical imaging. Unlike traditional deep learning, Bayesian deep learning provides uncertainty estimates alongside predictions, allowing for more principled decision-making and reducing catastrophic failures in safety-critical application. It has had a growing impact in several real-world domains where uncertainty really matters. Bayesian learning incorporates prior knowledge and updates beliefs as new data comes in, rather than relying purely on data-driven optimization. In healthcare, for example, Bayesian models help quantify uncertainty in medical diagnoses, which supports more risk-aware treatment decisions and can ultimately lead to better patient outcomes. In autonomous vehicles, Bayesian models play a key role in improving safety. By recognizing when the system is uncertain, they help capture edge cases more effectively, reduce false positives and negatives in object detection, and navigate complex, dynamic environments — like bad weather or unexpected road conditions — more reliably. In finance, Bayesian deep learning enhances both risk assessment and fraud detection by allowing the system to assess how confident it is in its predictions. That added layer of information supports more informed decision-making and helps reduce costly errors. Across all these areas, the key advantage is the ability to move beyond just accuracy and incorporate trust and reliability into AI systems. Bayesian methods are traditionally more expensive, but modern approximations (e.g., variational inference or last layer inference) make them feasible. Computational costs depend on the problem — sometimes Bayesian models require fewer data points to achieve better performance. The trade-off is between interpretability and computational efficiency, but hardware improvements are helping bridge this gap. Their research on uncertainty-based automated labeling is designed to make models not just safer and more reliable, but also more efficient. By reducing the need for extensive manual labeling, one improves the overall quality of the dataset while cutting down on human effort and potential labeling errors. Importantly, by selecting informative samples, the model learns from better data — which means it can reach higher performance with fewer training examples. This leads to faster training and better generalization without sacrificing accuracy. They also focus on developing lightweight uncertainty estimation techniques that are computationally efficient, so these benefits don't come with heavy resource demands. In short, this approach helps build models that are more robust, more adaptive to new data, and significantly more efficient to train and deploy — which is critical for real-world systems where both accuracy and speed matter. Statisticians and deep learning researchers often use distinct methodologies, vocabulary and frameworks, making communication and collaboration challenging. Unfortunately, there is a lack of Interdisciplinary education: Traditional academic programs rarely integrate both fields. It is necessary to foster joint programs, workshops, and cross-disciplinary training can help bridge this gap. From Moussa's experience coming through an industrial PhD, he has seen how many industry settings tend to prioritize short-term gains — favoring quick wins in deep learning over deeper, more fundamental improvements. To overcome this, we need to build long-term research partnerships between academia and industry — ones that allow for foundational work to evolve alongside practical applications. That kind of collaboration can drive more sustainable, impactful innovation in the long run, something we do at methods for big data. Looking ahead, one of the major directions for deep learning in the next five to ten years is the shift toward trustworthy AI. We're already seeing growing attention on making models more explainable, fair, and robust — especially as AI systems are being deployed in critical areas like healthcare, mobility, and finance. The group also expect to see more hybrid models — combining deep learning with Bayesian methods, physics-based models, or symbolic reasoning. These approaches can help bridge the gap between raw performance and interpretability, and often lead to more data-efficient solutions. Another big trend is the rise of uncertainty-aware AI. As AI moves into more high-risk, real-world applications, it becomes essential that systems understand and communicate their own confidence. This is where uncertainty modeling will play a key role — helping to make AI not just more powerful, but also more safe and reliable. The lecture "Advanced Bayesian Data Analysis" covers fundamental concepts in Bayesian statistics, including parametric and non-parametric regression, computational techniques such as MCMC and variational inference, and Bayesian priors for handling high-dimensional data. Additionally, the lecturers offer a Research Seminar on Selected Topics in Statistical Learning and Data Science. The workgroup offers a variety of Master's thesis topics at the intersection of statistics and deep learning, focusing on Bayesian modeling, uncertainty quantification, and high-dimensional methods. Current topics include predictive information criteria for Bayesian models and uncertainty quantification in deep learning. Topics span theoretical, methodological, computational and applied projects. Students interested in rigorous theoretical and applied research are encouraged to explore our available projects and contact us for further details. The general advice of Nadja and Moussa for everybody interested to enter the field is: "Develop a strong foundation in statistical and mathematical principles, rather than focusing solely on the latest trends. Gain expertise in both theory and practical applications, as real-world impact requires a balance of both. Be open to interdisciplinary collaboration. Some of the most exciting and meaningful innovations happen at the intersection of fields — whether that's statistics and deep learning, or AI and domain-specific areas like medicine or mobility. So don't be afraid to step outside your comfort zone, ask questions across disciplines, and look for ways to connect different perspectives. That's often where real breakthroughs happen. With every new challenge comes an opportunity to innovate, and that's what keeps this work exciting. We're always pushing for more robust, efficient, and trustworthy AI. And we're also growing — so if you're a motivated researcher interested in this space, we'd love to hear from you." Literature and further information Webpage of the group G. Nuti, Lluis A.J. Rugama, A.-I. Cross: Efficient Bayesian Decision Tree Algorithm, arxiv Jan 2019 Wikipedia: Expected value of sample information C. Howson & P. Urbach: Scientific Reasoning: The Bayesian Approach (3rd ed.). Open Court Publishing Company. ISBN 978-0-8126-9578-6, 2005. A.Gelman e.a.: Bayesian Data Analysis Third Edition. Chapman and Hall/CRC. ISBN 978-1-4398-4095-5, 2013. Yu, Angela: Introduction to Bayesian Decision Theory cogsci.ucsd.edu, 2013. Devin Soni: Introduction to Bayesian Networks, 2015. G. Nuti, L. Rugama, A.-I. Cross: Efficient Bayesian Decision Tree Algorithm, arXiv:1901.03214 stat.ML, 2019. M. Carlan, T. Kneib and N. Klein: Bayesian conditional transformation models, Journal of the American Statistical Association, 119(546):1360-1373, 2024. N. Klein: Distributional regression for data analysis , Annual Review of Statistics and Its Application, 11:321-346, 2024 C.Hoffmann and N.Klein: Marginally calibrated response distributions for end-to-end learning in autonomous driving, Annals of Applied Statistics, 17(2):1740-1763, 2023 Kassem Sbeyti, M., Karg, M., Wirth, C., Klein, N., & Albayrak, S. (2024, September). Cost-Sensitive Uncertainty-Based Failure Recognition for Object Detection. In Uncertainty in Artificial Intelligence (pp. 1890-1900). PMLR. M. K. Sbeyti, N. Klein, A. Nowzad, F. Sivrikaya and S. Albayrak: Building Blocks for Robust and Effective Semi-Supervised Real-World Object Detection pdf. To appear in Transactions on Machine Learning Research, 2025 Podcasts Learning, Teaching, and Building in the Age of AI Ep 42 of Vanishing Gradient, Jan 2025. O. Beige, G. Thäter: Risikoentscheidungsprozesse, Gespräch im Modellansatz Podcast, Folge 193, Fakultät für Mathematik, Karlsruher Institut für Technologie (KIT), 2019.

Today Dr. Zandria Robinson drops in to talk about Sinners and why it might be the best movie of the 21st century. We have a spoiler free introduction, a pause, and then a spoiler filled conversation about the Jim Crow South, the Great Migration, WWI, Chicago, Mississippi, the Ku Klux Klan, sex, music, and of course THAT SCENE. This conversation is almost as amazing as this film. Share it widely.About our guest:Dr. Zandria F. Robinson is a writer and ethnographer working on race, gender, sound, and spirit at the crossroads of the living and the dead. A native Memphian and classically-trained violinist, Robinson earned the Bachelor of Arts in Literature and African American Studies and the Master of Arts in Sociology from the University of Memphis and the Doctor of Philosophy in Sociology from Northwestern University. Dr. Robinson's first book, This Ain't Chicago: Race, Class, and Regional Identity in the Post-Soul South (University of North Carolina Press, 2014) won the Eduardo Bonilla-Silva Outstanding Book Award from the Division of Racial and Ethnic Minorities of the Society for the Study of Social Problems. Her second monograph, Chocolate Cities: The Black Map of American Life (University of California Press, 2018), co-authored with long-time collaborator Marcus Anthony Hunter (UCLA), won the 2018 CHOICE Award for Outstanding Academic Title and the Robert E. Park Book Award from the Community and Urban Sociology Section of the American Sociological Association.Robinson is currently at work on an ancestral memoir, Surely You'll Begin the World (Farrar, Straus, & Giroux), a life-affirming exploration of grief, afterlife connections, and how deep listening to the stories of the dead can inform how we move through the world after experiencing loss. Her 2016 memoir essay, “Listening for the Country,” was nominated for a National Magazine Award for Essay.Dr. Robinson's teaching interests include Black feminist theory, Black popular culture, memoir, urban sociology, and Afro-futurism. She is Past President of the Association of Black Sociologists, a member of the editorial board of Southern Cultures, and a contributing editor at Oxford American. Her work has appeared in Issues in Race and Society, The New Encyclopedia of Southern Culture, the Annual Review of Sociology (with Marcus Anthony Hunter), Contexts, Rolling Stone, Scalawag, Hyperallergic, Believer, Oxford American, NPR, Glamour, MLK50.com and The New York Times Magazine.

You're doing everything right. You're ambitious, successful + driven. So why is it your energy is nonexistent, patience is razor-thin + your mind can't stop overthinking? If your days are starting with dread and ending in exhaustion — this episode is your wake-up call. On paper, you've got it together— isn't it time you felt like it? Whether it's stop playing out worst case scenarios in your head or accessing your abilities in a way burnt out you could never compete with, Perfectionism Optimized, private 1-1 coaching gives you the life-long skills to *finally feel* as amazing on the inside as your life looks on the outside. Get your stress-free start today at https://courtneylovegavin.com/rewire In this Episode You'll Learn:How pushing through dewires your brain into survival modeWhat caffeine, people pleasing + Top Ramen have in common16 surprising signs your brain is starvingWhy ruminating and indecisiveness are symptoms—not problems to solveHow a healthy Person Account™ allows you to access your abilities in a way burnt out you could never compete with Resources Mentioned In Episode 253:Recharge your Person Account Book your Perfect Start 1:1 session nowMagic Skill for Control of Emotions [Neuroscience Series #1] Perfectionism Rewired Ep. 248How Perfectionist Brain *Actually* Works [Neuroscience Series #2] Perfectionism Rewired Ep. 249Can't Stop Ruminating? Here's Why [Neuroscience Series #3] Perfectionism Rewired Ep. 250Neuroplasticity  [Neuroscience Series #4] Perfectionism Rewired Ep. 251#1 Thing Stops Perfectionists From Growth [Neuroscience Series #5] Perfectionism Rewired Ep. 252  TIMESTAMPS:02:09-Why Perfectionists Need More Fuel for Our Brains04:10-MYTH: You Have to Stop Being a Perfectionist06:24-Clues You're on the Path to Chronic Stress09:32-Burn Out is Not the Price of Ambition10:25-Case Study: How Stacey found Clarity, Energy, Peace12:43-I Ruminate Over Decisions bc I Need to Make the Right Decision14:05-Why You're Choosing Instant Relief (and Paying Later)16:11-A Healthy Person Account™ = Liberation17:32-How to Always Know How Your Person Account™ is Doing  Citations/Sources:Barrett, L. F. (2017). How emotions are made: The secret life of the brain. Houghton Mifflin Harcourt.Barrett, L. F., Quigley, K. S., & Hamilton, P. (2016). An active inference theory of allostasis and interoception in depression. *Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B: Biological Sciences*, *371*(1708), 20160011. https://doi.org/10.1098/rstb.2016.0011Bobba-Alves, N., Juster, R.-P., & Picard, M. (2022). The energetic cost of allostasis and allostatic load. Psychoneuroendocrinology, 146, 105951. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.psyneuen.2022.105951Dwyer, P. (2022). The Neurodiversity Approach(es): What Are They and What Do They Mean for Researchers? Human Development, 66(2), 73–92. https://doi.org/10.1159/000523723Ganzel, B. L., & Morris, P. A. (2011). Allostasis and the developing human brain: Explicit consideration of implicit models. Development and Psychopathology, 23(4), 955–974. https://doi.org/10.1017/s0954579411000447‌Guidi, J., Lucente, M., Sonino, N., & Fava, Giovanni A. (2020). Allostatic Load and Its Impact on Health: A Systematic Review. Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics, 90(1), 11–27. https://doi.org/10.1159/000510696Kleckner, I. R., Zhang, J., Touroutoglou, A., Chanes, L., Xia, C., Simmons, W. K., Quigley, K. S., Dickerson, B. C., & Feldman Barrett, L. (2017). Evidence for a large-scale brain system supporting allostasis and interoception in humans. Nature Human Behaviour, 1(5). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41562-017-0069Knezevic, E., Katarina Nenic, Milanovic, V., & Knezevic, N. N. (2023). The Role of Cortisol in Chronic Stress, Neurodegenerative Diseases, and Psychological Disorders. Cells, 12(23), 2726–2726. https://doi.org/10.3390/cells12232726‌McEwen, B. S., & Gianaros, P. J. (2011). Stress- and Allostasis-Induced Brain Plasticity. Annual Review of Medicine, 62(1), 431–445. https://doi.org/10.1146/annurev-med-052209-100430 Perfectionism Rewired is committed to truth and accuracy through a perfectionist affirming lens, offering cutting-edge research on perfectionism, interoception + neuroscience, for the practical perfectionist who wants to enjoy the life they've worked so hard to create.

While you here do snoring lie, Open-eyed conspiracy His time doth take.If of life you keep a care, Shake off slumber, and beware: Awake, awake!…or so said William Shakespeare—about whom there are quite a few conspiracy theories, now we come to think of it. In this episode of The Studies Show, Tom and Stuart do their best to waken you from your own slumber and open your eyes to the psychology of conspiracy theories. Why do people believe them? How do you even define a conspiracy theory? And is there anything we can do to shake people out of their mad “Truther” beliefs?The Studies Show is sponsored by Works in Progress magazine. In the most recent issue you'll find fascinating articles on subjects as wonderfully diverse as the land value tax, prehistoric psychopaths, and (as mentioned in this week's episode) the history of the pineapple, the King of Fruit. Find it all for free at worksinprogress.co.Show notes* Loose Change, the viral 9/11 Truther video* 2023 conspiracy theory review in Annual Review of Psychology* Tom's review of How to Talk to a Science Denier* Iran-Contra; the Invasion of Poland; the Invasion of Manchuria* The UK infected blood scandal* Kemi Badenoch accused of giving credence to a “conspiracy theory” about the Netflix show Adolescence* First study using the specific-conspiracy-list measure of conspiracy belief* 2013 study proposing a broader questionnaire on conspracies* 2022 meta-analysis of the correlates of conspiracy belief* Theory of the psychological motivations behind conspiracy theories from 2017* Associated meta-analysis from 2022* Paper proposing that there are “psychological benefits” of conspiracy theories* New York Times article on left-wing conspiracy theories during the 2024 election campaign* 2021 paper on left- vs. right-wing conspiracy belief* 2022 paper with cross-country data on conspiracy belief* 2024 Science paper on how talking to GPT-4 reduces conspiracy theory belief by 20%* David Aaronovitch's book Voodoo HistoriesCreditsThe Studies Show is produced by Julian Mayers at Yada Yada Productions. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thestudiesshowpod.com/subscribe

Feel like you're working hard but not seeing the progress you want? It's NOT YOU or your PERFECTIONISM – it's your Person Account™ . Discover my proprietary framework that's changing the game for Perfectionist Solution's clients, and will do the same for you.  In this Episode You'll Learn:How ruminating + running a 10k impact you the exact same wayWhy perfectionist brains work overtime + cost more to operateHow to tell if you're operating in a constant state of depletion without realizing itWhat Cortisol actually is (it's NOT a STRESS HORMONE)The hidden reason therapy + personal development don't work On paper, you've got it together— isn't it time you felt like it? Whether it's stop playing out worst case scenarios in your head or JOYFULLY PRESENT AMBITIOUS again, Perfectionism Optimized, private 1-1 coaching gives you the life-long skills to *finally feel* as amazing on the inside as your life looks on the outside. Get your stress-free start today at https://courtneylovegavin.com/rewire Resources Mentioned In Episode 252:Perfect Start SessionMagic Skill for Control of Emotions [Neuroscience Series #1] Perfectionism Rewired Ep. 248How Perfectionist Brain *Actually* Works [Neuroscience Series #2] Perfectionism Rewired Ep. 249Can't Stop Ruminating? Here's Why [Neuroscience Series #3] Perfectionism Rewired Ep. 250  TIMESTAMPS:0:53-Why You're Not Making Progress Despite Trying Harder02:15-Allostasis: How Your Brain Allocates05:07-The Hidden Reason Therapy Isn't Working06:30-Why Perfectionist Brains Cost More to Operate07:25-Living in a Depleted State Without Realizing It09:31-Stressed out: Eustress vs. Distress10:29-Truth about Cortisol + Stress Response12:35-The Slow Drip of Perfectionist Burnout15:17-How to Tell if You're Running on Empty  Citations/Sources:Barrett, L. F. (2017). How emotions are made: The secret life of the brain. Houghton Mifflin Harcourt.Bobba-Alves, N., Juster, R.-P., & Picard, M. (2022). The energetic cost of allostasis and allostatic load. Psychoneuroendocrinology, 146, 105951. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.psyneuen.2022.105951Dwyer, P. (2022). The Neurodiversity Approach(es): What Are They and What Do They Mean for Researchers? Human Development, 66(2), 73–92. https://doi.org/10.1159/000523723Ganzel, B. L., & Morris, P. A. (2011). Allostasis and the developing human brain: Explicit consideration of implicit models. Development and Psychopathology, 23(4), 955–974. https://doi.org/10.1017/s0954579411000447‌Guidi, J., Lucente, M., Sonino, N., & Fava, Giovanni A. (2020). Allostatic Load and Its Impact on Health: A Systematic Review. Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics, 90(1), 11–27. https://doi.org/10.1159/000510696Kleckner, I. R., Zhang, J., Touroutoglou, A., Chanes, L., Xia, C., Simmons, W. K., Quigley, K. S., Dickerson, B. C., & Feldman Barrett, L. (2017). Evidence for a large-scale brain system supporting allostasis and interoception in humans. Nature Human Behaviour, 1(5). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41562-017-0069Knezevic, E., Katarina Nenic, Milanovic, V., & Knezevic, N. N. (2023). The Role of Cortisol in Chronic Stress, Neurodegenerative Diseases, and Psychological Disorders. Cells, 12(23), 2726–2726. https://doi.org/10.3390/cells12232726‌McEwen, B. S., & Gianaros, P. J. (2011). Stress- and Allostasis-Induced Brain Plasticity. Annual Review of Medicine, 62(1), 431–445. https://doi.org/10.1146/annurev-med-052209-100430 Perfectionism Rewired is committed to truth and accuracy through a perfectionist affirming lens, offering cutting-edge research on perfectionism, interoception + neuroscience, for the practical perfectionist who wants to enjoy the life they've worked so hard to create.

In this episode of the Soul Renovation Podcast, host Adeline Atlas, six-time published author and master manifestor, explores the empowering concept of ambition. Have you ever felt guilty for wanting more? Adeline breaks down the difference between healthy ambition and greed, and why striving for greatness is a positive force in your life. Learn how to embrace your desires without guilt, set clear goals, and take action to live the life you deserve. With practical exercises, affirmations, and personal insights, this episode will inspire you to tap into your potential and pursue your dreams. Tune in to discover the power of ambition and how it fuels personal growth and success. Plus, don't forget to check out Adeline's course, How to Play, for more transformative insights! Instagram: @soulrenovation - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/soulrenovation/⁠⁠ Soul Renovation - Books Soul Game - ⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/vay2xdcp⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Why Play⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/2eh584jf⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Digital Soul ⁠⁠- ⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/3hk29s9x⁠⁠ Soul Renovation - Courses Every World - ⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/every-word⁠⁠ ⁠⁠How To Play: Life Is A Game⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/How-to-play-life-is-a-game⁠⁠ ⁠⁠The Vision Board Course⁠⁠ -  ⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/the-vision-board-course⁠⁠ Digital Wealth Academy Digital Wealth Academy: ⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/cahyeyv6⁠⁠ Viral Hooks: ⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/opt-in⁠⁠ Soul Renovation - Podcast Spotify: ⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/53k4f29b⁠⁠ Apple Podcast: ⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/2krzv3x8⁠⁠ Soul Renovation - Freebies Miracle Morning Checklist:  ⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/optin-miracle-morning-checklist⁠⁠ Vitamin Reference List:  ⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/5chn2mbt⁠⁠ 30 Day Habit Tracker: ⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/5chn2mbt⁠⁠  Team Standards: ⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/optin-workbook⁠⁠ Heart Wall Free:  ⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/paamx3fs⁠⁠ Soul Reading List: ⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/optin-soul-reading-list⁠⁠ Miracle Morning Checklist: ⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/freebies⁠⁠ Annual Review ⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/mrx6pfw6

Peter Thorne, Chair of the Climate Change Advisory Council's Adaptation Committee discusses the first report from their 2025 Annual Review series which examines Ireland's changing climate and the challenges posed.

In this episode of the *Soul Renovation Podcast*, host Adeline Atlas—six-time published author, master manifestor, and your internet cheerleader bestie—guides you through the transformative power of vision boards. Discover how to create, maintain, and use vision boards as powerful tools for manifesting your deepest desires. From setting clear intentions to incorporating affirmations, Adeline shares practical tips to help you focus on your goals and bring them to life. You'll learn how to keep the energy of your vision board alive, engage your senses for deeper connection, and turn your dreams into reality by combining visualization with action. Get ready to elevate your manifestation journey with empowering insights and exercises to help you achieve your goals. Tune in to start creating a life you love! Instagram: @soulrenovation - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/soulrenovation/⁠ Soul Renovation - Books Soul Game - ⁠https://tinyurl.com/vay2xdcp⁠ ⁠Why Play⁠ - ⁠https://tinyurl.com/2eh584jf⁠ ⁠Digital Soul ⁠- ⁠https://tinyurl.com/3hk29s9x⁠ Soul Renovation - Courses Every World - ⁠https://www.soulreno.com/every-word⁠ ⁠How To Play: Life Is A Game⁠ - ⁠https://www.soulreno.com/How-to-play-life-is-a-game⁠ ⁠The Vision Board Course⁠ -  ⁠https://www.soulreno.com/the-vision-board-course⁠ Digital Wealth Academy Digital Wealth Academy: ⁠https://tinyurl.com/cahyeyv6⁠ Viral Hooks: ⁠https://www.soulreno.com/opt-in⁠ Soul Renovation - Podcast Spotify: ⁠https://tinyurl.com/53k4f29b⁠ Apple Podcast: ⁠https://tinyurl.com/2krzv3x8⁠ Soul Renovation - Freebies Miracle Morning Checklist:  ⁠https://www.soulreno.com/optin-miracle-morning-checklist⁠ Vitamin Reference List:  ⁠https://tinyurl.com/5chn2mbt⁠ 30 Day Habit Tracker: ⁠https://tinyurl.com/5chn2mbt⁠  Team Standards: ⁠https://www.soulreno.com/optin-workbook⁠ Heart Wall Free:  ⁠https://tinyurl.com/paamx3fs⁠ Soul Reading List: ⁠https://www.soulreno.com/optin-soul-reading-list⁠ Miracle Morning Checklist: ⁠https://www.soulreno.com/freebies⁠ Annual Review ⁠https://tinyurl.com/mrx6pfw6

In this insightful episode of the Soul Renovation Podcast, your host, Adeline Atlas—six-time published author, master manifestor, and your internet cheerleader bestie—dives into the powerful metaphor of standing in the right room but facing the wrong direction. If you've ever felt stuck, unsure, or misaligned in your life's purpose, this episode is for you. Adeline explores how to recognize misalignment, overcome the comfort of fear, and take actionable steps to realign with your true path. With practical exercises and affirmations, you'll learn how to break free from comfort zones, embrace discomfort as part of growth, and step forward with clarity and purpose. Tune in for empowering insights and guidance to help you turn in the right direction and manifest the life you're meant to live! Instagram: @soulrenovation - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/soulrenovation/⁠⁠⁠ Soul Renovation - Books Soul Game - ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/vay2xdcp⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Why Play⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/2eh584jf⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Digital Soul ⁠⁠⁠- ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/3hk29s9x⁠⁠⁠ Soul Renovation - Courses Every World - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/every-word⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠How To Play: Life Is A Game⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/How-to-play-life-is-a-game⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠The Vision Board Course⁠⁠⁠ -  ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/the-vision-board-course⁠⁠⁠ Digital Wealth Academy Digital Wealth Academy: ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/cahyeyv6⁠⁠⁠ Viral Hooks: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/opt-in⁠⁠⁠ Soul Renovation - Podcast Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/53k4f29b⁠⁠⁠ Apple Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/2krzv3x8⁠⁠⁠ Soul Renovation - Freebies Miracle Morning Checklist:  ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/optin-miracle-morning-checklist⁠⁠⁠ Vitamin Reference List:  ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/5chn2mbt⁠⁠⁠ 30 Day Habit Tracker: ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/5chn2mbt⁠⁠⁠  Team Standards: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/optin-workbook⁠⁠⁠ Heart Wall Free:  ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/paamx3fs⁠⁠⁠ Soul Reading List: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/optin-soul-reading-list⁠⁠⁠ Miracle Morning Checklist: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/freebies⁠⁠⁠ Annual Review ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/mrx6pfw6

In this empowering episode of the Soul Renovation Podcast, your host, Adeline Atlas—six-time published author, master manifestor, and your internet cheerleader bestie—dives into the concept of "Finite Steps" and how understanding this can fast-track your journey to success. Learn how every goal has a set number of steps, and by completing each one, you move closer to your dreams. Adeline also explores the importance of creating space for new opportunities, recognizing when you're on the wrong path, and overcoming the comfort zone of fear. This episode is packed with practical tips, exercises, and insights to help you break down your goals, build momentum, and manifest the life you deserve. Ready to level up? Tune in now! Instagram: @soulrenovation - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/soulrenovation/⁠⁠⁠ Soul Renovation - Books Soul Game - ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/vay2xdcp⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Why Play⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/2eh584jf⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Digital Soul ⁠⁠⁠- ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/3hk29s9x⁠⁠⁠ Soul Renovation - Courses Every World - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/every-word⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠How To Play: Life Is A Game⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/How-to-play-life-is-a-game⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠The Vision Board Course⁠⁠⁠ -  ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/the-vision-board-course⁠⁠⁠ Digital Wealth Academy Digital Wealth Academy: ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/cahyeyv6⁠⁠⁠ Viral Hooks: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/opt-in⁠⁠⁠ Soul Renovation - Podcast Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/53k4f29b⁠⁠⁠ Apple Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/2krzv3x8⁠⁠⁠ Soul Renovation - Freebies Miracle Morning Checklist:  ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/optin-miracle-morning-checklist⁠⁠⁠ Vitamin Reference List:  ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/5chn2mbt⁠⁠⁠ 30 Day Habit Tracker: ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/5chn2mbt⁠⁠⁠  Team Standards: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/optin-workbook⁠⁠⁠ Heart Wall Free:  ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/paamx3fs⁠⁠⁠ Soul Reading List: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/optin-soul-reading-list⁠⁠⁠ Miracle Morning Checklist: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/freebies⁠⁠⁠ Annual Review ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/mrx6pfw6

Fall is a season full of commitments—community festivals, school events, and catching up at work between summer vacations and the holidays. With so much going on, it's easy to overlook Fall as an ideal time to travel. But fewer crowds, breathtaking landscapes, and better prices make it one of the most rewarding seasons to explore new destinations. In this episode, I'm sharing six incredible places that truly shine in the fall. Whether you're not quite ready to let go of those sweet summertime vibes, or you're craving the charm of cozy pubs, or the magic of a wine harvest, I'll guide you through what to expect weather-wise in each of these 6 destinations and why this season is the perfect time to go. Want help choosing your next destination? Book Angela's DESTINATION MATCHING service. Connect w/ Angela on Instagram LISTEN BACK: Episode 27: Why You Should Travel to Portugal Next Episode 106: Italy - Which Region is Right for Your Travel Style? Episode 165: An Annual Review of Your Travel Bucket List

In this episode of the Soul Renovation Podcast, Add-a-line Atlas breaks down the empowering nature of ambition, explaining why wanting more in life doesn't make you ungrateful or greedy—it makes you ambitious, and that's something to embrace. Add-a-line explores the difference between ambition and greed, emphasizing that ambition is a positive driving force that pushes us toward personal growth, achievement, and contribution. Listeners are encouraged to acknowledge their ambitions, set clear goals, and take actionable steps toward fulfilling their desires. Ambition, when paired with gratitude, can lead to a life that is both driven and balanced. Add-a-line shares her own personal experiences with ambition and how embracing her desire for more led her to incredible successes, including the decision to write her first book, which opened new doors. Through exercises like daily visualization, affirmations, and progress tracking, listeners are given practical tools to channel their ambition in meaningful ways. The episode closes with an important message: Wanting more is a reflection of believing in your potential and readiness to contribute to the world. For those seeking further guidance, Add-a-line encourages listeners to explore her video course, How to Play, for deeper insights into living a life of purpose and ambition. Instagram: @soulrenovation - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/soulrenovation/⁠⁠⁠ Soul Renovation - Books Soul Game - ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/vay2xdcp⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Why Play⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/2eh584jf⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Digital Soul ⁠⁠⁠- ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/3hk29s9x⁠⁠⁠ Soul Renovation - Courses Every World - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/every-word⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠How To Play: Life Is A Game⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/How-to-play-life-is-a-game⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠The Vision Board Course⁠⁠⁠ -  ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/the-vision-board-course⁠⁠⁠ Digital Wealth Academy Digital Wealth Academy: ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/cahyeyv6⁠⁠⁠ Viral Hooks: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/opt-in⁠⁠⁠ Soul Renovation - Podcast Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/53k4f29b⁠⁠⁠ Apple Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/2krzv3x8⁠⁠⁠ Soul Renovation - Freebies Miracle Morning Checklist:  ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/optin-miracle-morning-checklist⁠⁠⁠ Vitamin Reference List:  ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/5chn2mbt⁠⁠⁠ 30 Day Habit Tracker: ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/5chn2mbt⁠⁠⁠  Team Standards: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/optin-workbook⁠⁠⁠ Heart Wall Free:  ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/paamx3fs⁠⁠⁠ Soul Reading List: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/optin-soul-reading-list⁠⁠⁠ Miracle Morning Checklist: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/freebies⁠⁠⁠ Annual Review ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/mrx6pfw6

In this episode of the Soul Renovation Podcast, Add-a-line Atlas invites listeners to explore the deeply personal journey of self-reflection with a thought-provoking question: Are you proud of who you have become? Add-a-line emphasizes the power of self-reflection as a tool for growth and self-awareness, guiding listeners through a process of evaluating their lives, achievements, and values. Listeners are encouraged to embrace their journey of becoming, acknowledging their achievements and learning from their failures. Add-a-line shares exercises to reflect on core values, relationships, and self-compassion while providing 25 insightful questions designed to deepen self-reflection. From celebrating successes to identifying areas for growth, the episode is a powerful reminder that becoming the person you're proud of is an ongoing journey. Listeners are invited to assess how aligned they are with their values, how they handle challenges, and how they can continue to grow, both personally and professionally. The episode closes with encouragement to embrace personal growth as a continuous process, urging listeners to live intentionally and stay committed to their values and vision for the future. Add-a-line's book, Soul Game, is available for those looking to explore these concepts further. Instagram: @soulrenovation - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/soulrenovation/⁠⁠⁠ Soul Renovation - Books Soul Game - ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/vay2xdcp⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Why Play⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/2eh584jf⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Digital Soul ⁠⁠⁠- ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/3hk29s9x⁠⁠⁠ Soul Renovation - Courses Every World - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/every-word⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠How To Play: Life Is A Game⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/How-to-play-life-is-a-game⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠The Vision Board Course⁠⁠⁠ -  ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/the-vision-board-course⁠⁠⁠ Digital Wealth Academy Digital Wealth Academy: ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/cahyeyv6⁠⁠⁠ Viral Hooks: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/opt-in⁠⁠⁠ Soul Renovation - Podcast Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/53k4f29b⁠⁠⁠ Apple Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/2krzv3x8⁠⁠⁠ Soul Renovation - Freebies Miracle Morning Checklist:  ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/optin-miracle-morning-checklist⁠⁠⁠ Vitamin Reference List:  ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/5chn2mbt⁠⁠⁠ 30 Day Habit Tracker: ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/5chn2mbt⁠⁠⁠  Team Standards: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/optin-workbook⁠⁠⁠ Heart Wall Free:  ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/paamx3fs⁠⁠⁠ Soul Reading List: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/optin-soul-reading-list⁠⁠⁠ Miracle Morning Checklist: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/freebies⁠⁠⁠ Annual Review ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/mrx6pfw6

In this episode of the Soul Renovation Podcast, Add-a-line Atlas, six-time published author and master manifestor, dives deep into the topic of ambition and its misunderstood role in our lives. Add-a-line clarifies how wanting more isn't about greed or ingratitude; it's about personal growth, achieving goals, and inspiring others to chase their dreams. Add-a-line discusses how ambition and gratitude can work hand-in-hand to balance the drive for more with a grounded sense of appreciation for the journey. She shares practical ways to cultivate ambition through setting clear goals, maintaining positivity, and embracing continuous learning, while also emphasizing how ambition has shaped her own life. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on their goals, keep a gratitude journal, and create vision boards to keep their aspirations in focus. For those looking to delve deeper, Add-a-line invites them to explore her course How To Play for more insights on living with purpose and ambition. Instagram: @soulrenovation - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/soulrenovation/⁠⁠⁠ Soul Renovation - Books Soul Game - ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/vay2xdcp⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Why Play⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/2eh584jf⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Digital Soul ⁠⁠⁠- ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/3hk29s9x⁠⁠⁠ Soul Renovation - Courses Every World - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/every-word⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠How To Play: Life Is A Game⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/How-to-play-life-is-a-game⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠The Vision Board Course⁠⁠⁠ -  ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/the-vision-board-course⁠⁠⁠ Digital Wealth Academy Digital Wealth Academy: ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/cahyeyv6⁠⁠⁠ Viral Hooks: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/opt-in⁠⁠⁠ Soul Renovation - Podcast Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/53k4f29b⁠⁠⁠ Apple Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/2krzv3x8⁠⁠⁠ Soul Renovation - Freebies Miracle Morning Checklist:  ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/optin-miracle-morning-checklist⁠⁠⁠ Vitamin Reference List:  ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/5chn2mbt⁠⁠⁠ 30 Day Habit Tracker: ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/5chn2mbt⁠⁠⁠  Team Standards: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/optin-workbook⁠⁠⁠ Heart Wall Free:  ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/paamx3fs⁠⁠⁠ Soul Reading List: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/optin-soul-reading-list⁠⁠⁠ Miracle Morning Checklist: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/freebies⁠⁠⁠ Annual Review ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/mrx6pfw6

When we think of weak democracies around the world, we often think of their inability to maintain a monopoly on violence because of challenges outside the state – like militias, rebel groups, criminal gangs, and other external, violent organizations. But sometimes it's actors deeply intertwined with the state – like political parties – who are engaging in the violence. Sometimes, the call is coming from inside the house.Our guest today, Niloufer Siddiqui, an Associate Professor of Political Science at the University at Albany - State University of New York, shares with us insights from her award-winning book Under the Gun: Political Parties and Violence in Pakistan. Exploiting subnational variation within the country, Niloufer asks why Pakistani political parties use violence to achieve their goals in some political contexts but not in others. And when they do strategically decide to use violence, when do they take care of things “in house,” having party cadres carry out violent actions and when do they outsource their “dirty work” to other groups, like gangs and militias?Examining the behavior of several political parties across multiple provinces, Niloufer explains how electoral and economic incentives, the structure of ethnic cleavages, and organizational strength factor into parties' decisions about whether to use violence – and, if so, whether to outsource it or do it themselves. We talk with Niloufer about how she gets at these dynamics by triangulating among survey experiments conducted with voters and elected politicians; about 150 interviews with party officials, journalists, civil society, and police and intelligence officers; and focus groups with party members and voters. Niloufer also tells us how, in doing this work, her own identity as a Muhajir woman gave her special access to one of the major parties she writes about, the MQM party, particularly the female members of the party. Lastly, we take a step back and talk with Niloufer about the ethical implications of her study. We ask her whether, in a fragile democracy like Pakistan, there's some risk in exposing and calling attention to the violent nature of political parties. Might doing so serve to undermine public confidence in the democratic project? Could one unintended consequence of research on democracy's shortcomings be to give actors like the military a convenient excuse to sweep in and push elected politicians aside? Works cited in this episodeBrass, Paul R. The production of Hindu-Muslim violence in contemporary India. University of Washington Press, 2011.Brubaker, Rogers, and David D. Laitin. “Ethnic and Nationalist Violence.” Annual Review of Sociology 24 (1998): 423-452Graham, Matthew H., and Milan W. Svolik. "Democracy in America? Partisanship, polarization, and the robustness of support for democracy in the United States." American Political Science Review 114, no. 2 (2020): 392-409.Kalyvas, Stathis N. "The ontology of “political violence”: action and identity in civil wars." Perspectives on politics 1, no. 3 (2003): 475-494.Milan W. Svolik (2020), "When Polarization Trumps Civic Virtue: Partisan Conflict and the Subversion of Democracy by Incumbents", Quarterly Journal of Political Science: Vol. 15: No. 1, pp 3-31Wilkinson, Steven. Votes and violence: Electoral competition and ethnic riots in India. Cambridge University Press, 2006.

Columbia University clinical psychologist drops in to talk about his research on resilience, PTSD, the importance of understanding resilience in the face of trauma, the biological responses to traumatic events, and the misconceptions surrounding PTSD.About our guest:George Bonanno is a Professor of Clinical Psychology at Columbia University's Teachers College and internationally recognized for his pioneering research on human resilience in the face of loss and potential trauma. He is recognized by the Web of Science as among the top one percent most cited scientists in the world, and has been honored with lifetime achievement awards by the Association for Psychological Science (APS), the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies (ISTSS), and the International Positive Psychology Association (IPPA). In addition to the books, The End of Trauma and The Other Side of Sadness, George has published hundreds of peer-reviewed scientific articles, many appearing in leading journals such as Nature, JAMA, American Psychologist, and the Annual Review of Psychology. He is also an avid painter (when he has time), reads widely, and loves music.

Take "Drawing Ideas: Create Conceptual Illustrations for Editorial and Beyond " on Skillshare! - ⁠https://skl.sh/40dk9rK⁠ (Use my link to get 30 days free). Jess Miller is a designer, illustrator and educator based in LA. She joins me to share her story of losing everything in the Eton fire and how her community, near and far, are rallying to support her as she starts her life all over again. IN THIS EPISODE Using social media as a life-line "Dead inside" — Why going back to work is so hard Why GoFundMe is necessary after disaster strikes Having to choose what to keep when you leave all else behind Why GoFundMe is necessary after disaster strikes The kindness of strangers SHOW LINKS LA Fires Funds + Resource Log (shared by Agent Pekka) — https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1XoTlgtYuPQ1tD1FSJnJzzWa7XSi3YO9orlY9cIWX3uQ/edit?gid=910889114#gid=910889114 Jess Miller's GoFundMe — https://gofund.me/1508aee5 Venmo: @jessmillerdraws PayPal: jess@jessmillerdraws.com My 2024 Annual Review on Substack — https://open.substack.com/pub/mrtomfroese/p/2024-the-year-in-review SUPPORT THE PODCAST Share this episode with your friends on Social Media! Like, Comment, Follow, Subscribe! Become a $3 Fan or $8 Drawing Buddy on Patreon. Visit ⁠⁠⁠http://patreon.com/tomfroese⁠⁠⁠ to learn more. CREDITS Music and Cues by Mark Allan Falk - ⁠⁠http://www.linktr.ee/semiathletic⁠⁠ FIND ME ELSEWHERE Work and Classes - http://www.tomfroese.com Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/mrtomfroese Daily Drawings - http://www.instagram.com/drawingisimportant

Dr. Luke Kelly, Associate Professor in Quantitative Ecology at the University of Melbourne, joins us to discuss his research on fire and biodiversity in Australia, focusing on the diverse ecosystems, the challenges posed by changing fire regimes, and the role of grazing and invasive species. We explore the importance of understanding plant traits in relation to fire resilience and the ongoing biodiversity crisis, and how Australian fire science is working to address these issues.  Resources: Kelly, L. T., et al. (2023). Understanding fire regimes for a better Anthropocene. Annual Review of Environment and Resources, 48(1).   Dr. Luke Kelly Email, Publications, Website Dr. Carolina Baruzzi @wildlandmgmt, Publications   Have suggestions for future episodes? Send us your feedback! (here) Check out our newest podcast, Wild Turkey Science! Enroll now in our free, online fire course. Available to all. This podcast is supported by listener donations - thank you for being a part of this effort. For more information, follow UF DEER Lab on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube.   Music by Dr. David Mason and Artlist.io Produced and edited by Charlotte Nowak  

Dr. Luke Kelly, Associate Professor in Quantitative Ecology at the University of Melbourne, joins us to discuss his research on fire and biodiversity in Australia, focusing on the diverse ecosystems, the challenges posed by changing fire regimes, and the role of grazing and invasive species. We explore the importance of understanding plant traits in relation to fire resilience and the ongoing biodiversity crisis, and how Australian fire science is working to address these issues.    Resources: Kelly, L. T., et al. (2023). Understanding fire regimes for a better Anthropocene. Annual Review of Environment and Resources, 48(1).   Dr. Luke Kelly Email, Publications, Website Dr. Carolina Baruzzi @wildlandmgmt, Publications   Have suggestions for future episodes? Send us your feedback! (here) Check out our newest podcast, Wild Turkey Science! Enroll now in our free, online fire course. Available to all. This podcast is supported by listener donations - thank you for being a part of this effort. For more information, follow UF DEER Lab on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube.   Music by Dr. David Mason and Artlist.io Produced and edited by Charlotte Nowak  

Get our Business Monetization Playbook: https://clickhubspot.com/monetization Episode 665: Sam Parr ( https://x.com/theSamParr ) talks to Ramit Sethi ( https://x.com/ramit ) about money rules for couples in their 30s and 40s.  — Show Notes:  (0:00) 5 rules for money in your relationship (5:25) the 4 money types: avoider, optimizer, worriers, dreamers (10:15) The Annual Review (23:00) Monthly money meetings (26:00) There is no "money person" (31:09) 4 benchmarks for high-earning couples (35:03) Learning to spend (41:01) Investments vs purchases (43:39) Troubleshooting partnership disagreements (49:00) Spending to solve problems (53:00) Fight for simplicity — Links: • Money for Couples - http://iwt.com/moneyforcouples • Ramit on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@ramitsethi — Check Out Shaan's Stuff: Need to hire? You should use the same service Shaan uses to hire developers, designers, & Virtual Assistants → it's called Shepherd (tell ‘em Shaan sent you): https://bit.ly/SupportShepherd — Check Out Sam's Stuff: • Hampton - https://www.joinhampton.com/ • Ideation Bootcamp - https://www.ideationbootcamp.co/ • Copy That - https://copythat.com • Hampton Wealth Survey - https://joinhampton.com/wealth • Sam's List - http://samslist.co/ My First Million is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Arie Desormeaux // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

What does it mean to live a life of integrity?   You'll learn the importance of defining your North Star and explore some helpful models that can help you refine what worked, what didn't work and what most calls you forward in the year ahead.   I also share a few highlights from my 2024 Annual Review.