Podcasts about Apathy

Brad and Hunter say a short goodbye to GGH fifth member Kenneth before talking about the Bride of Frankenstein Roller Coaster rumours, King Kong supposedly burning down at Islands of Adventure and a catch up on belated D23 announcement discussion.   Hunter's Vintage Halloween Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5vb6FfvNsPlIu9J1AQwHIY?si=QFxhl9MnRwOAjpG8jRLwCQ&utm_source=copy-link&pi=U1LoR5MmT22X7

Monday, September 28, 2026 In the second hour, Kerby continues his conversation with Darin Kinder. Darin brings us his new book, Bury Me in a Dirty Suit. Kerby will end the show speaking with Alex McFarland about apathy toward Islam is helping fuel antisemitism. Connect with us on Facebook at facebook.com/pointofviewradio and on Twitter @PointofViewRTS […]

Welcome back to book club friends! Things are heating up down under, hence our desire to choose Jenny Jackson's New England set contemporary novel 'The Shampoo Effect' as our September book club pick.The hype surrounding this book has been hard to ignore, with VOGUE calling it one of the "best books of 2026".  Many readers have likened the reading experience to overhearing juicy gossip about a friend group you know only tangentially. But does the story, focused on one accidental pregnancy and a tight-knit group of dysfunctional friends in their 30s, live up to the buzz? Fortunately, the answer lies in this loving diss (about a book that would have been a far better television show).Warning: this episode contains spoilers for the book's central plot twist.You can purchase The Shampoo Effect by Jenny Jackson online from QBD Books using the following link:https://www.qbd.com.au/the-shampoo-effect/jenny-jackson/9781529155235/?utm_source=Booksmartpod&utm_medium=MPPodcast&utm_campaign=BSMPBooksmartshampooeffect&utm_id=BooksmartshampooeffectUse code BOOKSMART for 5% off your purchase with QBD Books in-store or online.

Proletarian TV | 14 September 2026 Amber from Thanet for Palestine speaks at the US embassy Nine Elms in London on outs second anniversary. She points out that the most devastating weapon that the monopoly capitalists, that the imperialists use against the workers of Britain and the west, is apathy. The deadening weight of apathy, disillusionment, and the feeling of resignation and powerlessness of a people who have never learned to rise - when resistance now more than ever is called for urgently. The Palestine encampment has created a strong community that has been a thorn in the side of imperialism throughout the genocide. It has reminded us all of the guilt of US imperialism. It has used creativity, art, community, to build resistance and overcome the deafening weight of apathy that our oppressors use against us. There must be such a community in every town and city across the country. Join the antifascist international https://antifascistinternational.uk -------------------------------------------------- Subscribe! Donate! Join us in building a bright future for humanity! www.thecommunists.org www.lalkar.org www.redyouth.org Telegram: t.me/thecommunists Twitter: twitter.com/cpgbml Soundcloud: @proletarianradio Rumble: rumble.com/c/theCommunists Odysee: odysee.com/@proletariantv:2 Facebook: www.facebook.com/cpgbml Online Shop: https://shop.thecommunists.org/ Education Program: https://thecommunists.org/education-programme/ Each one teach one! www.londonworker.org/education-programme/ Join the struggle www.thecommunists.org/join/ Donate: www.thecommunists.org/donate/

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Fr. Mike introduces us to the books of Ezra and Haggai, explaining the Israelites' return to the promised land. He also warns us against apathy and indifference in our relationship with God, as we see Israel display towards the temple. Today's readings are Ezra 1-2, Haggai 1-2, and Proverbs 20:1-3. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

Dr. Chris Thompson, MD, Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School, Chief of Interventional Gastroenterology at Mass General Brigham in Boston, and Co-Director of the Center for Weight Management and Wellness, is a world-renowned expert on gastroenterology, metabolism, nutrition, and obesity medicine. He explains how your GI tract regulates hunger, fullness, and blood sugar, as well as the gut microbiome, metabolic health, and weight loss. We also discuss common GI tract issues and which particular tests or interventions are actually useful. We discuss both GLP-1 medications and non-GLP-1 approaches to weight loss. Given that gut health is vital to all the organs of the body, overall health, and longevity, our discussion ought to be of interest and practical value to everyone, including, of course, those struggling with gut health or weight loss challenges. Thank you to our sponsors AG1: https://drinkag1.com/huberman Function: https://functionhealth.com/huberman Lingo: https://hellolingo.com/huberman LMNT: https://drinklmnt.com/huberman Our Place: https://fromourplace.com/huberman Timestamps (00:00:00) Dr. Chris Thompson (00:02:16) Digestive Tract, Gut Hormones & Nutrient Absorption (00:08:06) Colon Microbiome & Colon Cancer Screening (00:11:13) Sponsors: LMNT & Lingo (00:13:40) Swallowing Problems & Zenker's Diverticula (00:16:08) Bowel Movements & Constipation (00:18:28) Fiber, Resistant Starch & the Gut Barrier (00:21:50) Intermittent Fasting & the Gut Microbiome (00:23:38) Fermented Foods, Microbial Diversity & Butyrate (00:27:12) H. pylori, Stress & Stomach Ulcers (00:30:20) GLP-1 Medications: Benefits & Limitations (00:33:42) Lower GLP-1 Doses, Weight Regain & Muscle Loss (00:37:35) GLP-1 Side Effects, Food Noise & Apathy (00:39:49) Bariatric Surgery & Medical Innovation (00:46:07) Sponsor: AG1 (00:47:44) Hunger & Satiety: Ghrelin, CCK, GIP & GLP-1 (00:50:01) Retatrutide & Combining Hormonal Targets (00:52:55) Ultra-Processed Foods, Overeating & Leptin (00:55:32) Incretin Discovery, Exendin-4 & the Gila Monster (00:59:35) Endoscopic Ultrasound & Pancreatic Biopsy (01:07:40) Early Metabolic Markers, CGMs & Fasting Insulin (01:13:06) Insulin Resistance & Metabolic Flexibility (01:15:53) Sponsor: Function (01:17:35) Patient Data, Screening & Treatment Adoption (01:26:31) AI, Robotics & Improving Procedures (01:29:27) Choosing a Surgeon & Measuring Procedure Quality (01:35:29) Image Guidance & Hyperspectral Imaging (01:37:19) Sponsor: Our Place (01:38:56) Diagnostics & Targeted Metabolic Treatments (01:42:45) Gastric Bypass, Foregut Exclusion & Diabetes (01:47:59) Duodenal Liners & Mucosal Resurfacing Research (01:52:58) Gut Permeability, Inflammation & Fatty Liver (01:59:39) Artificial Sweeteners, Fructose, Fats & Omega-3s (02:05:00) Resistance Training, Zone 2 Cardio & Intervals (02:06:31) Weight Set Point & Metabolic Adaptation (02:08:13) Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty & Fundus Ablation (02:10:30) Magnetic Intestinal Connections & Combined Treatments (02:16:52) GLP-1 Gene Therapy Research (02:22:13) Innovation, Problem Solving & Teamwork (02:25:58) Zero-Cost Support, Sponsors & Neural Network Newsletter Disclaimer & Disclosures Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Indian politics is deeply complicated, and existing frames don't do it justice. Srikrishna Ayyangar joins Amit Varma in episode 453 of The Seen and the Unseen to discuss the deep dives he has made in the field, including with innovative methods like set theory. (FOR FULL LINKED SHOW NOTES, GO TO SEENUNSEEN.IN.) Also check out: 1. Srikrishna Ayyangar on LinkedIn, Amazon and NLSIU. 2. A Logic of Populism: India and Its States -- Srikrishna Ayyangar. 3. Administrative Analysis -- Christopher Hood. 4. The Burden of Democracy -- Pratap Bhanu Mehta. 5. The Republic of Apathy (2007) -- Amit Varma. 6. Manish Sabharwal is a Good Ancestor -- Episode 451 of The Seen and the Unseen. 7. 300 Ramayanas — AK Ramanujan. 8. Can Economics Become More Reflexive? — Vijayendra Rao. 9. Biju Rao Won't Bow to Conventional Wisdom — Episode 392 of The Seen and the Unseen. 10. Shaping the Political Arena -- Ruth Berins Collier and David Collier. 11. A Certain Idea of Europe -- Craig Parsons. 12. Building State Capability: Evidence, Analysis, Action -- Matt Andrews, Lant Pritchett and Michael Woolcock. 13. From Strength to Strength — Arthur Brooks. 14. The Age of the Partial Outsider — Janan Ganesh. 15. State Building: Governance and World Order in the 21st Century — Francis Fukuyama. 16. John Collison's tweet on the world being a museum of passion projects. 17. The Structures of Everyday Life -- Fernand Braudel. 18. The Design of Everyday Things -- Don Norman. 19. What is Populism? — Jan-Werner Müller. 20. Why Both Modi and Trump are Textbook Populists (2017) -- Amit Varma. 21. The Populist Playbook — Episode 42 of Everything is Everything. 22. The Populist Zeitgeist -- Cas Mudde. 23. Populism: Its Meaning and National Characteristics -- Ghita Ionescu and Ernest Gellner. 24. The Macroeconomics of Populism in Latin America -- Rudiger Dornbusch and Sebastian Edwards. 25. Populism: Concepts in the Social Sciences -- Paul Taggart. 26. A Tale of Two Cities -- Charles Dickens. 27. Neoliberalism and the Transformation of Populism in Latin America: The Peruvian Case -- Kenneth Roberts. 28. Populism: What's in a Name? -- Ronaldo Munck. 29. Kiran Ahluwalia Finds Our Aam Zameen -- Episode 328 of The Seen and the Unseen. 30. Facts Don't Matter. Stories do (2016) -- Amit Varma. 31. Barack Obama roasting Donald Trump. 32. A Life in Indian Politics — Episode 149 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Jayaprakash Narayan). 33. Radically Networked Societies — Episode 158 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Pranay Kotasthane). 34. Populism and Hindu Nationalism in India -- Ashutosh Varshney, Srikrishna Ayyangar and Siddharth Swaminathan. 35. The Logic of Social Science -- James Mahoney. 36. Ethnicity and Populist Mobilization -- Narendra Subramanian. 37. A Sixth Of Humanity: Independent India's Development Odyssey -- Devesh Kapur and Arvind Subramanian. 38. Raja Yoga -- Swami Vivekananda. 39. Evolution of Pragmatism in India, The: An Intellectual Biography of BR Ambedkar -- Scott Stroud. This episode is sponsored by CTQ Compounds. Check out The Daily Reader and FutureStack. Use the code UNSEEN for Rs 2500 off. Amit Varma, Shruti Rajagopalan and Pranay Kotasthane have just started a new YouTube Show called Watching the Wheels. You must watch it. You must! You simply must!! It's mast!!! Amit Varma runs a course called Life Lessons, which aims to be a launchpad towards learning essential life skills all of you need. For more details, and to sign up, click here. And have you read Amit's newsletter? It's madly active right now! Subscribe right away to The India Uncut Newsletter! It's free! Also check out Amit's online course, The Art of Clear Writing. Episode art: 'Rally' by Simahina.

Host Charlie James takes calls from local listeners discussing the dangers of voter apathy and write-in protests during crucial election cycles. Callers debate candidate qualifications, low primary turnouts in South Carolina, and progressive policies in other states, while Charlie stresses that failing to vote directly benefits the opposing party. He urges conservative listeners to stay engaged and vote strategically to secure legislative seats.

Trigger warning: This episode discusses gender-based violence, murder, abuse and the deaths of women. Please take care while listening.To everyone listening,We had this conversation because of what has been happening in South Africa.At some point, we have to ask ourselves what we're doing with all of this.GBV can't only be a conversation for when another woman is killed. It has to be something we talk about in our homes, in our friendships, in our families and in the spaces where men are comfortable enough to say things they might not say publicly.This conversation is about that responsibility. About the friends who know. The family members who see it. The people who hear the joke, witness the behaviour or know what someone is capable of, but choose to stay quiet.We talk about what accountability can actually look like, the kind of content young people are growing up with, childhood neglect, misogyny and why simply posting online cannot be where our involvement ends.We don't have all the answers. But we do know that these conversations need to keep happening, and they need to happen much closer to home.

Can you truly love Christ while remaining indifferent toward His church?In this final message through the Olivet Discourse, Pastor Brian Gunter examines Matthew 25 and Jesus' separation of the sheep and the goats. Christ identifies Himself with His people so closely that how they are treated is counted as treatment of Christ Himself.What does this passage reveal about genuine faith? What separates the sheep from the goats? And what does Jesus' warning mean for Christians who claim to love Him while neglecting His church?Drawing from Matthew 24–25, Acts 9, and the broader testimony of Scripture, Brian challenges church apathy, nominal Christianity, and division while calling believers to love, serve, and faithfully care for the body of Christ.Matthew 25 brings the Olivet Discourse to its climactic picture of judgment and separation.Watch all of our videos and subscribe to our channel for the latest content >HereHere

Welcome back to this week's episode of Trudge Report. Thank you for supporting the show. After we go around the horn we honor and remember September 11th, 2001. Each of us recap where we were on that fateful day and how it impacted each of us back then and now. What we teach our kids about it and how different it is now that we are the parents trying to explain the world to the next generation. We will never forget the lives lost but we will always remember those who sacrificed and the unity it brought to our country. On the back half of the show we have more NFL discussion about week one. In the recovery segment, we tackle complacency and what can happen when a good life slowly becomes an excuse to stop doing the things that helped us build it. We talk about the stream of life; busy schedules, work, family, and travel. How easy it is to rest on years of sobriety and convince ourselves we're doing just fine. We also discuss recognizing the warning signs in how we treat other people, the importance of staying connected, working with others as our primary purpose, and why returning to the basics can matter even more as the years in recovery add up. Dan and Greg share a unique perspective on having to move to different states after multiple years of sobriety and how challenging but also exciting it can be to make a new foundation and build a new support network. “Can we get to the place where there is no place to get to." -Michel StoneDon't forget to like, share, rate, and download the podcast on all of your listening platforms. Check out and subscribe to our YouTube channel, @trudgrereportpod, for other content surrounding sports and trending topics. Trudge on good people. Contact the Guys:Instagram: @trudgereportpodFacebook: Trudge ReportTikTok: trudgereportpodYouTube: @trudgereportpod 

A letter landed on Masud Husain's desk about a man in his thirties who had stopped doing anything at all.Dr. Masud Husain is a clinical neurologist, neuroscientist, and Professor of Neurology and Cognitive Neuroscience at the University of Oxford. He is Editor-in-Chief of the journal Brain and author of Our Brains, Our Selves, winner of the 2025 Royal Society Trivedi Science Book Prize.The letter was about a man named David who had been highly productive, worked in finance, and was charming company. Then he lost his job, stopped showering, and could not be bothered to claim the benefits that would have covered his rent. Asked why he no longer listened to music, he said it would take five minutes to connect the cables.David was not depressed. He had suffered two tiny strokes in the basal ganglia, structures deep in the brain that help link motivational cues to action. Nothing was worth the effort to him anymore.After an initial treatment failed, Masud's team tried another drug that acts on the dopamine system. Three months later David came back with a haircut, a suit, a new job, and a new girlfriend.Addiction researchers had arrived at that same circuit from the other direction: Masud says it is the circuit hijacked by almost every drug of addiction. He and Mike get into what that overlap means about the science of motivation, why apathy and depression are different conditions, why there are more than 200 causes of dementia and what that means for prevention, and whether there is a self to be found in the brain at all.This is a conversation for anyone who has decided to do something and then not done it. Masud frames motivation as a calculation of whether the reward is worth the effort, and the lever most of us have is the size of the effort.After thirty years of seeing patients, the thing Masud says he has learned is that the self is not set in stone. You can change.Enjoy the conversation.______________________________________________________Links & Resources:Dr. Masud Husain's Website: masudhusain.orgDr. Masud Husain's Books: Our Brains, Our Selves: What a Neurologist's Patients Taught Him About the Brain, Oxford Textbook of Cognitive Neurology and Dementia (co-editor)Dr. Masud Husain's Journal: Brain, where he is Editor-in-ChiefSubscribe to our Youtube Channel for more conversations at the intersection of high performance, leadership, and wellbeing: https://www.youtube.com/c/FindingMasteryGet exclusive discounts and support our amazing sponsors!Go to: https://findingmastery.com/sponsors/Subscribe to the Finding Mastery newsletter for weekly high performance insights: https://www.findingmastery.com/newsletterDownload Dr. Mike's Morning Mindset Routine: findingmastery.com/morningmindsetFollow on YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X#FindingMastery #MasudHusain #DrMichaelGervais #OurBrainsOurSelves #Neuroscience #Neurology #Motivation #Apathy #Dopamine #Attention #Dementia #BrainHealth #Consciousness #Identity #HighPerformance #PsychologySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to Day 2950 of Wisdom-Trek. Thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom. Day 2950 – Wisdom Nuggets – Proverbs 6:1-11 Daily Wisdom Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2950 Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps! I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2950 of our Trek. The Purpose of Wisdom-Trek is to create a legacy of wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, and to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before. The title for today's Wisdom-Trek is: The Gazelle and the Ant – Escaping Financial Traps and the Armed Robber of Apathy. On our previous podcast, we explored the beautiful, sacred boundaries of covenant love in Proverbs chapter five. We marveled at the joy of drinking from our own well, rejoicing in the spouse of our youth, and living in the holy awareness that the all-seeing eyes of Yahweh examine every single path we take. We ended that chapter with a terrifying, sobering image: the foolish person held captive by the invisible, tightening cords of their own sin. Today, as we step forward on our ongoing trek through God's Word, we cross over into Proverbs chapter six, focusing on verses one through eleven. In this section, Solomon makes a sharp, incredibly practical pivot! He moves from the dark traps of sexual immorality directly into two of the most common, everyday traps that destroy human legacies: financial entanglement and vocational apathy. While these may seem like entirely different subjects, they share the exact same root danger. Both debt and laziness act like those tightening cords we discussed in chapter five, wrapping around the ankles of the traveler, stripping away their freedom, and leading straight to ruin. Let us open our minds and hearts to the first urgent warning of this chapter, as recorded in the New Living Translation, grouping together the highly connected, contiguous thoughts found in Proverbs chapter six, verse one, verse two, verse three, verse four, and verse five. My child, if you have put up security for a friend's debt or agreed to guarantee the debt of a stranger— if you have trapped yourself by your agreement and are caught by what you said— follow my advice and save yourself, for you have placed yourself at your friend's mercy. Now swallow your pride; go and beg to have your name erased. Don't put it off; do it now! Don't rest until you do. Save yourself like a gazelle escaping from a hunter, like a bird fleeing from a net. Look at the intense, frantic urgency of this command! Solomon addresses a specific, dangerous financial practice: putting up security, or guaranteeing the debt of a friend or a stranger. In the modern financial world, we call this co-signing a loan. In the ancient Near Eastern world, this was formalized by "striking hands," a physical pledge where a person legally offered their own property, their own labor, or even their own physical freedom as collateral for someone else's obligation! To fully grasp why wisdom condemns this so violently, we must view our resources through the lens of the Ancient Israelite divine-council worldview. In Yahweh's cosmic order, you are not the ultimate owner of your wealth, your time, or your family's future; you are a steward of the King's resources! When you guarantee the debt of a stranger, or cover for the financial irresponsibility of a friend, you are gambling with the King's money! You are usurping God's providence, foolishly assuming you can control the future, control your friend's behavior, and absorb their potential failure. Solomon states it plainly in verse two: by doing this, "you have trapped yourself by your agreement and are caught by what you said." Your own words have become the cords of your captivity! Now, look at the radical, immediate extraction plan Solomon demands in verses three through five! He does not advise you to sit back, hope for the best, and politely ask your friend to pay on time. He commands: "Now swallow your pride; go and beg to have your name erased!" Why is pride mentioned? Because the primary reason we guarantee other people's debts is to save face! We want to look generous, powerful, and accommodating. But wisdom demands that we endure temporary, humiliating embarrassment today in order to prevent catastrophic, multi-generational ruin tomorrow! Notice the vivid, breathtaking animal metaphors in verse four and verse five! "Don't put it off; do it now! Don't rest until you do. Save yourself like a gazelle escaping from a hunter, like a bird fleeing from a net!" A gazelle caught in the crosshairs of a predator does not casually stroll away; it bolts with every ounce of adrenaline in its system! Over my seven decades of life, and having spent a lifetime in business, I have watched individuals completely bankrupt their families, lose their homes, and destroy their legacies because they politely co-signed for someone else's bad decisions. God's wisdom cries out: run! Sever the financial tie, cancel the guarantee, and reclaim your freedom before the hunter's net closes completely over your life. Having addressed the frantic trap of financial entanglement, Solomon immediately turns to the exact opposite extreme of the human spectrum: the slow, paralyzing trap of laziness! He weaves together a brilliant lesson from the natural world in Proverbs chapter six, verse six, verse seven, and verse eight. Take a lesson from the ants, you lazybones. Learn from their ways and become wise! Though they have no prince or governor or ruler to make them work, they labor hard all summer, gathering food for the winter. What a masterclass in divine wisdom! Solomon directs the "lazybones"—the sluggard—to look down at the dirt and study the humble ant! In biblical theology, Yahweh did not only place His wisdom in the stars or within the celestial courts; He embedded His structural, ordered wisdom into the very fabric of creation, down to the smallest insect. The ant is held up as the ultimate paragon of self-governance and diligent foresight. Look closely at verse seven: "Though they have no prince or governor or ruler to make them work..." The ant does not require a micromanager! It does not need a supervisor checking its timecard, a boss threatening it with a penalty, or an overseer constantly prodding it to get moving. It possesses internalized discipline! Furthermore, verse eight reveals the ant's understanding of seasons: "they labor hard all summer, gathering food for the winter." The ant understands that times of abundance are not meant for endless lounging; they are meant for strategic preparation. The ant knows that winter is coming, and it works tirelessly today to ensure its survival tomorrow. This is a profound challenge for our daily trek! True wisdom is not just avoiding bad things; it is actively, diligently pursuing good things with self-motivated discipline. If you only work hard when a boss is watching, or if you only serve God when a pastor is looking over your shoulder, you have not yet internalized divine wisdom. God calls us to be self-starters on the trail of life, faithfully gathering and preparing, even when nobody else is applauding our efforts. Solomon then turns his gaze directly back onto the sluggard, concluding this powerful section by describing the tragic, inevitable harvest of apathy, linking together the thoughts in Proverbs chapter six, verse nine, verse ten, and verse eleven. But you, lazybones, how long will you sleep? When will you wake up? A little extra sleep, a little more slumber, a little folding of the hands to rest— then poverty will pounce on you like a bandit; scarcity will attack you like an armed robber. Listen to the brilliant, subtle poetry of procrastination in verse ten! "A little extra sleep, a little more slumber, a little folding of the hands to rest..." The lazy person never formally decides to ruin their life. They never stand up and declare, "I am going to actively pursue poverty today!" No, the trap of apathy is incredibly subtle. It is always framed in the language of "just a little." Just five more minutes of sleep. Just one more hour of scrolling on the phone. Just one more day of putting off that difficult task. I'll start saving tomorrow; I'll fix that relationship next week; I'll get disciplined next year. They negotiate with time, folding their hands in the illusion of harmless rest. But look at the violent, shocking consequence in verse eleven! "Then poverty will pounce on you like a bandit; scarcity will attack you like an armed robber!" While the sluggard is gently drifting off into a little more slumber, the compounding interest of their laziness is actively arming itself in the dark! When poverty finally...

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Shipwreck is fully checked out on voting this year, and she lays out exactly why, from gas prices to the same recycled promises no matter who wins. She digs into the online energy vampire theory, reacts to the Sydney Sweeney sports betting ad backlash and the double standard she sees in who gets outraged about what, and works through a wild Matrix inspired take on why everyone suddenly needs more data centers. There is a genuinely fascinating detour into a theory that we are living in Satan's little season rather than waiting on end times, plus billionaire bunker skepticism and her ongoing belief that some people simply do not have souls. She closes out on burnout culture, the rise of AI influencers flooding every platform, and her frustration with shrinking reach on X. Chaotic, funny, and unmistakably her.  

Zephaniah Series: Zephaniah 1:12-The Lord Will Discipline His People Living in Jerusalem Who Were Living Unrepentant Sinful Lives and for Their Apathy-Lesson # 20

Zephaniah Series: Zephaniah 1:12-The Lord Will Discipline His People Living in Jerusalem Who Were Living Unrepentant Sinful Lives and for Their Apathy-Lesson # 20

It's the day after Norense's 31st birthday. And instead of just celebrating, he's asking a question most of us avoid: why is it so hard to let ourselves be celebrated?Recorded audio-only from his new Upper East Side apartment (sirens and all), this episode digs into the voice of doubt that convinces you that you can't clap for yourself until you've "arrived" — that you can't receive love, help, or celebration because you're not where you thought you'd be by now.Norense gets honest about his own struggle to receive — the birthday dinner he almost didn't have, the friend who pushed past his hesitation to make it happen, and the conversation that's stuck with him for years: "You serve everyone... but do you think some of it is for you?"Then he takes it to the Word: the progression of Matthew 3 and 4 — baptized, tested, then preaching, then followers — and why so many of us want the followers without ever opening our mouths.In this episode:Why the voice of doubt won't let you celebrate yourself — and why "where you are is not who you are"The "perfect product" lie: why believing you have to be finished before you date, build, or receive is demonicWhy you can't love others well without a revelation of how well you're lovedThe birthday dinner story: what happens when a friend refuses to let you say no to your own celebrationDon't say no for somebody else — why holding back your ideas robs the people they were meant for"Apathy is adjacent to death" — and why passion is proof you're aliveThe Matthew 3–4 progression: baptized, tested, preaching, then followers — and why the world wants followers without preachingHow God uses technology for His glory — from Roman roads carrying the gospel to the smartphone in your handWhy heaven celebrates the one — so what makes you think you have to earn celebration?Key Truth: "Celebrate it before you think it deserves celebrating. On your birthday, you better celebrate — because there's air flowing through your lungs, and you didn't have to be allowed to make it to this day."Key Verse: Matthew 4:17 — From that time Jesus began to preach, and to say, Repent: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.If this episode hit you:Rate and review the Mind Bully Podcast — it helps this message reach more homes and hearts, one thought at a time.

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On this Salcedo Storm Podcast:Zach Kraft is the RNC's Dallas spokesman. The San Diego native lives in Washington, DC with his wife Caitlyn and dog Lychee.

Some dementia behaviors can make absolutely no sense from the outside. It can look like your loved one is being lazy, stubborn, rude, in denial, or even lying to you. But there's often a brain-based reason for what you're seeing. In this episode, I break down 5 strange dementia behaviors, apathy, anosognosia, apraxia, disinhibition, and confabulation — and explain what may actually be happening in the brain when they occur. Because when you understand why a behavior is happening, it can completely change the way you see it. If you'd like to see this episode on video, you can hop on over to my YouTube channel here. And if your next question is, "Okay, but what do I DO when this happens?" I have two resources that can help: → Learn about the Care Collective: https://tinyurl.com/podcast-cc  → My new book, The Dementia Care Toolkit is officially available for pre-order. ➡️ Preorder your copy here: https://careblazers.com/toolkit    ⏱ CHAPTERS 0:00 - Why these behaviors are almost never a choice 1:31 - Apathy and the broken motivation switch 3:51 - Anosognosia and why they do not believe they have dementia 6:12 - Apraxia and why simple tasks stop working 8:26 - Disinhibition and what the frontal lobes control 10:11 - Confabulation and why it is not lying   --- Hi, I'm Dr. Natali Edmonds, a board-certified geropsychologist specializing in dementia care. Whether your loved one has Alzheimer's, frontotemporal, Lewy body, vascular, or mixed dementia, we believe that to create a dementia-friendly world, we must first create a caregiver-friendly world. This content is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare provider for medical guidance.

Last episode, Norense recorded from the final hours of his Brooklyn sublet with no idea where he was going next. This episode? He's recording from his new apartment on the Upper East Side.God is faithful. He's faithful. He's faithful.This is the testimony episode — the receipt of everything he spoke in faith one week ago. Norense walks through exactly how it happened: the flight back to Dallas to regroup, getting sick, the family prayer call, choosing rest and prayer over striving and stressing — and then the Facebook message that came two minutes after a post went up. A 64-year-old man named Stephen, a building he's lived in for 38 years, and a door only God could have opened.But this isn't just a story about an apartment. It's a masterclass on how God moves — slowly, then suddenly — and why He always speaks to the final version of who He's declared you to be, not how you're acting right now.In this episode:"Putting pressure on God" — what it means to speak forth His promises in expectation without forcing His handThe full apartment testimony: from nowhere to go, to the Upper East Side, in a matter of daysWhy God moves slowly, then suddenly — and how to stay faithful in the "slowly""Apathy is adjacent to death" — the phrase that convicted him and why passion is proof you're aliveWhy "that's not my personality" is not an excuse — Moses, Gideon, and David all had to step outside of themselvesConfidence comes by action: birds don't pray to fly, they exercise their right to flyPsalm 1 unpacked: the blessed man who meditates on the Word brings forth fruit in its season — which means you're not lateSpeaking directly to the oppressor: anxiety, depression, and low self-worth have no authority over youWhy God speaks to who He's declared you to be — fugitive Moses was a deliverer, forgotten David was a kingKey Truth: "He brings forth fruit in its season. That tells me you're not late. You're not behind. You have not missed it."Key Verse: Psalm 1:2-3 — His delight is in the law of the Lord... he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season.If this episode hit you:Rate and review the Mind Bully Podcast — it helps this message reach more homes and hearts, one thought at a time.

The battle lines are being drawn—are you equipped to recognize the invisible forces fighting for control of your mind?n this episode of  @TheSoulTrap   we are joined by Caleb Collier from  @churchandstate1776   to peel back the layers of deception in our modern world. From the shifting political landscape and the role of the "religious right" to the rise of AI and the "Beast System," we explore what it means to stand for truth in an age of confusion.Is the world being prepared for a new reality? How should Christians navigate the complexities of elections, global conflict, and the technological surge that's redefining human experience? Join us for an unfiltered conversation that moves beyond politics to the heart of spiritual warfare.Don't miss our deep dive into the 'Hours of Disclosure' at 29:28.Subscribe to  @TheSoulTrap   for more deep dives into the spiritual war.00:00 – Introduction: The Technical Challenges & Seeking Truth01:06 – Geopolitics & The "Uni-Party" Empire Mentality05:54 – The World Bank Agenda: Invading the Holdout Nations07:20 – The "Beast System" & The March Toward a One-World Currency08:58 – Midterm Elections & Predictions: Is Post-Trump Reform Possible?11:27 – Election Integrity & The Manipulation of the Political Paradigm13:53 – The "War Mentality" as a Tool for Social Control16:01 – Looking Ahead to 2028: Potential Candidates & The Elite Agenda17:01 – From JFK to Modern Assassinations: Public Executions as Warnings21:24 – "Conspiracy Slop" vs. Reality: The Saturation of Information23:31 – The Mandela Effect & The Apathy of Nihilism25:55 – The Spiritual Root: The Devil's Game Plan for Humanity27:54 – Zionism, the Third Temple, and the Future of Israel29:28 – The "Hours of Disclosure": Normalizing the Supernatural35:34 – Kabbalism, Secret Societies, and the Occult in Leadership41:42 – Connecting with Church & State: Caleb Collier's Mission#TheSoulTrap #globalagenda #endtimes #BibleProphecy #aiSupport the show

Jonathan Howard and Wendy Orent open with new evidence on myocarditis risk among vaccinated and unvaccinated young people, revisiting how vaccine-associated myocarditis was amplified while the cardiac and mortality risks of infection were minimized. They then turn to the resurgence of measles, the consequences of falling vaccination rates, and the gap between public-health leadership and the urgency of the moment. The heart of the episode is a wide-ranging critique of the lab-leak movement. Howard and Orent outline why they believe the available molecular, epidemiological, and geographic evidence supports a zoonotic origin for SARS-CoV-2. They argue that the debate has too often become a political weapon aimed at scientists and public-health officials, while zoonotic spillover, wildlife trade, habitat disruption, and pandemic preparedness receive less attention. The conversation focuses especially on the contradiction between expressing intense concern about the first infection while partnering with or defending figures who promoted herd immunity through widespread infection. Through discussions of Matt Ridley, Alina Chan, Richard Ebright, Bryce Nickels, Jay Bhattacharya, and others, the hosts describe what they call "toxic apathy": treating the origin of infection number one as paramount while overlooking the preventable infections, hospitalizations, and deaths that followed. In This Episode Why infection itself—not vaccination—was associated with the highest myocarditis, pericarditis, and mortality risk in the study discussed How fear-driven messaging about rare vaccine side effects may have shaped decisions among young people and parents The expanding measles crisis, falling MMR coverage, and the threat of subacute sclerosing panencephalitis (SSPE) Why the hosts believe public-health leaders must communicate far more forcefully about measles vaccination The molecular, evolutionary, geographic, and epidemiological case the hosts present for zoonotic emergence Why secrecy by Chinese authorities does not, by itself, establish that SARS-CoV-2 originated in a laboratory How lab-leak advocacy became intertwined with attacks on Anthony Fauci, Francis Collins, and other scientists The rhetoric used against researchers who support a zoonotic origin and the consequences of turning a scientific question into a loyalty test Matt Ridley's 2020 advocacy for infection-derived herd immunity and the claim that student infections could protect older adults Alina Chan's collaboration with Ridley and the hosts' critique of separating origin claims from pandemic-era policy positions Why knowing the origin of SARS-CoV-2 would not erase the need to prepare for both laboratory accidents and zoonotic spillover The episode's central warning: origin narratives should never become an excuse to abandon mitigation during the next pandemic Key Takeaway The hosts contend that pandemic preparedness requires more than assigning blame for how SARS-CoV-2 first entered the human population. It requires confronting misinformation, protecting people from preventable infection, supporting vaccination, preparing for multiple pathways of emergence, and judging public-health leaders by real-world outcomes. Referenced in the Conversation CIDRAP reporting on mRNA vaccination and myocarditis risk in teens and young adults The Great Barrington Declaration Viral: The Search for the Origin of COVID-19 by Alina Chan and Matt Ridley Science-Based Medicine Centers for Disease Control and Prevention — Measles About the Podcast We Want Them Infected examines the doctors, academics, pundits, and political movements that promoted widespread infection during the COVID-19 pandemic—and the lasting consequences of those ideas for public health. Listen, Follow, and Share Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, share this episode with someone who follows public health and pandemic policy, and leave a review to help more listeners find the show. Disclaimer This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. The views expressed are those of the speakers. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional regarding personal medical decisions.

Christians are confronting a subtle but dangerous spiritual threat disguised as ease. Convenience can bless us when it serves God's purpose, yet it quietly harms us when it replaces devotion, obedience, and community. If we find ourselves at this point, we can remember how passion once burned in us and examine what caused that fire to fade. Apathy often hides behind the language of efficiency, speed, and personal comfort. God is challenging us choose Christ's mission over convenience so that we can step into deeper maturity and lasting impact.   To support the ministry financially, text "CDMPodcast" to 74483 or visit www.worldchangers.org

There are so many matters to be opinionated about. "Don't you care?" says everyone.  How can we live well in a world where we have a lot that concerns us and a small capacity to influence any of it? In this episode of Breaking Bread, Amber Miller and Kathy Knochel speak to this constant pressure of feeling judged for not caring enough. They go on to outline a healthy life that lives on the spectrum between apathy and advocacy. Show notes:  We are finite humans with limited time, resources, and bandwidth. When there is so much we care about, how do we determine the level we involve ourselves?   1st. Do what only you can do. Be the mom, dad, brother, sister, or person that no one else can be.  2nd. Consider your capacity. Be true to your priorities.  3rd. Find your place. Prayerfully determine where on the spectrum between apathy and advocacy you belong and what it looks like.  4th. Do it for God. Measure your effectiveness by faithfulness, not by outcomes.

There is no greater heartbreak for a Christian parent than watching a beloved child drift away from the faith. Yet in today’s world, navigating doubt and rebellion in our kids is increasingly common — and even the most dedicated parents may find themselves walking the painful road of the prodigal. In this powerful and hope-filled episode, Catherine concludes her two-part “Best Of” series on Gen Z with Laurie Christine , originally aired on Redeeming the Chaos. Together, they tackle the hard questions: How do you parent a child who’s struggling in their faith? How do you protect your relationship and retain influence when your child is questioning, doubting, or rejecting core beliefs? What actions can help draw a wandering heart back — and what parental mistakes might actually push them further away? Seven Big Reasons Gen Z Is Leaving the FaithCatherine briefly recaps the top reasons young people cite for leaving Christianity, referencing Barna Research: Struggling with the existence of evil and suffering Perceiving Christians as hypocrites Belief that science contradicts the Bible Dismissing Christianity as a “fairy tale” Disillusionment over injustices in Christian history Apathy or perceived irrelevance of church Negative experiences with Christians or church Guidance for Parents Navigating a Prodigal Child's JourneyWith raw honesty and wisdom, Catherine draws from her own family’s story and years of hosting Christian Parent Crazy World. She and Laurie Christine outline practical steps — and critical mindset shifts — for parents of teens and adult children who are wrestling with faith: Prayer is your first line of defense. Catherine emphasizes the unique spiritual authority parents have in prayer over their children, describing the importance of persistent, faith-filled intercession. Know your stage of parenting. Are you a caregiver, cop, coach, or counselor? Catherine details how your approach must shift as your child grows, especially in the late teen and adult years. Lead with unconditional love. Affirm your love no matter your child’s beliefs or choices. Laurie Christine highlights the importance of commending kids when they open up about doubt or disagreement, not reacting with panic or punishment. Set and communicate healthy boundaries. While extending grace, be clear about the behavioral standards for living in your home — but avoid enabling harmful choices. Don’t give endless sermons. Teens know what you believe. What they need now is to see the love of Christ in action and to encounter God for themselves. Reject the urge to convince, convict, coerce, or control. Catherine unpacks how these tactics either step into God’s role or mirror the enemy’s strategies. Instead, keep your focus on love, wise counsel, and prayer. Humble yourself and own your mistakes. Apologize when you’ve erred. Humility builds bridges and trust. Releasing Guilt and Entrusting Your Child to GodEvery parent will wonder “What did I do wrong?” Catherine compassionately reassures listeners that even a perfect parent—God Himself—had two children in the Garden who chose rebellion. She delineates what is a parent’s responsibility, what belongs to the child, and what only God can do. Parents must let go of crushing guilt and trust God’s relentless pursuit of prodigals. Practical ResourcesCatherine references a bundle of free resources for parents of prodigals, including scripture prayer lists and episode archives, available at her website. Powerful RemindersAbove all, Catherine reminds parents that God’s love is unconditional — “while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” Christian parents must model this same radical love, never shunning, always hoping, and continually interceding for their children. Guest Bio:Laurie Christine is host of Redeeming the Chaos and a mother of four boys. Her passion is equipping moms to raise courageous sons rooted in Christ. This honest and practical episode is a lifeline for any parent feeling the heartbreak of doubt, struggle, or estrangement. Whether your child is beginning to question, entrenched in rebellion, or seemingly far from God, you’ll find encouragement, wisdom, and hope for the journey. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

The fourth and final Deep Dive of the season arrives at the 21st century, the point where our four-part history of liberal political ideology turns from triumph to neglect. Unleashed in the 18th century, consolidated in the 19th, triumphant in the 20th, liberal democracy now enters what we call the Age of Apathy. Its victory in the last century was not the end of an inevitable path, but the product of specific conditions: the spread of literacy, the independence of intellectuals from their patrons, and the productive clash of competing ideas. Those conditions are eroding, and with them the foundations the West spent three centuries building.In the discussion that follows the essay, we take apart how that erosion works. Liberal democracy held power to account only when literate, educated masses stood behind the intellectuals who challenged the status quo. Reading was the necessary, though not sufficient, condition for it: the slow, calm processing of ideas that lets ordinary citizens judge an argument rather than react to a feeling. Neoliberalism reduced politics to management, the internet replaced contemplation with a cacophony of millions of voices, and ideology itself became a term of abuse. The result is a public that reacts rather than reasons, and a leadership class free to do as it likes because nobody is left to hold it to account.We also ask what is lost when ideology dies. Not only the corrective that pulls a society back when it drifts too far in one direction, but the ability to imagine a future at all, to say what kind of country one wants in fifty years rather than managing the next four. That absence is what leaves the West drifting towards a plutocratic dystopia it never chose and does not resist. Liberal democracy can still be saved, but only if the right questions are asked and answered with something more than managerial reflexes.This podcast is an individual project between us, Dario Hasenstab and Balder Hageraats. We are supported by our producer Stefani Obradovic from Western Bubble Insights & Strategy. If you would like to get in touch with us, write us an email at thewesternbubble@gmail.com.

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Truth Be Told with Booker Scott – America faces a defining moment as economic strain, global threats, border security, trade disputes, and political division test the nation. The message urges citizens to reject apathy, demand stronger leadership, protect national interests, and stay engaged in elections that shape the country's future for generations...

Dr. Masud Husain is a Professor of Neurology & Cognitive Neuroscience at the University of Oxford and a leading expert on the science of motivation, apathy, and neurological diseases. We discuss how dopamine and specific brain circuits shape motivation, including how the brain weighs the trade-off between effort vs reward when deciding what goals to pursue. Dr. Husain also explains practical tools to increase motivation, reduce distractions, and make it easier to start and maintain goal pursuit. We also discuss dementia, Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease, including new insights into cognitive resilience and factors that help protect against age-related cognitive decline. Show notes: https://go.hubermanlab.com/masud-husain-295 Thank you to our sponsors AG1: https://drinkag1.com/huberman David: https://davidprotein.com/huberman BetterHelp: https://betterhelp.com/huberman Eight Sleep: https://eightsleep.com/huberman Function: https://functionhealth.com/huberman Timestamps (00:00:00) Masud Husain (00:02:24) Apathy, Motivation (00:08:07) Rewards, Apathy & Motivation; Dopamine (00:13:20) Sponsors: David & BetterHelp (00:15:44) Types of Apathy; Goal Prioritization: Effort vs Rewards (00:23:26) Motivation, Apathy, Tool: Activation Energy & Overthinking (00:29:24) Tools to Increase Motivation: Incentives, Subdivide Tasks, Planning (00:35:13) Subjective Effort, Mental Framing; Learning & Motivation (00:42:24) Sponsors: AG1 & Eight Sleep (00:44:54) Perseverance, Failure; Finding Your Passion, Depression vs Apathy (00:50:58) Self-Concept, Ambition; Life Satisfaction (00:58:25) Psychedelics, Anhedonia & Changing Self (01:03:09) Personal & Social Identity, Tools: Curiosity, Purpose & Dementia Risk (01:11:58) Addiction, Dopamine; Social Media & Dopamine "Hits"? (01:18:36) Sponsor: Function (01:20:13) Dopamine, Parkinson's Disease; Other Roles of Dopamine (01:26:59) Life Purpose, Culture; Reflection, Weighing Decisions (01:34:21) Internal & External Attention (01:39:59) Internal Chatter, Distraction; Working Memory, Stimulants, Nicotine (01:48:54) ADHD, Diagnosis; Attention & Motivation (01:54:34) Goal Planning & Perseverance (01:59:44) Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Apathy, Tools: Dementia Risk Factors (02:06:55) Neurodegenerative Disease & Emerging Treatments (02:10:59) Can You Train Attention?, Tool: Reduce Distraction (02:15:14) Enrichment, Art (02:17:45) Zero-Cost Support, YouTube, Spotify & Apple Follow, Reviews & Feedback, Sponsors, Protocols Book, Social Media, Neural Network Newsletter Disclaimer & Disclosures Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Edtech Throwdown Episode 222: 6 Strategies for Battling Student ApathyWelcome to the EdTech Throwdown. This is Episode 222 called 6 Strategies for Battling Student Apathy. In this episode we'll discuss the hot topic of student apathy, whether or not we think this is real, and how to battle it. This is another episode you don't want to miss, Check it out.Segment 1:There is lots of talk about student apathy these days. Have we seen this for ourselves?Nick says, maybeSegment 2:1. Learning Packages (Modular, Choice-Based Bundles)What it is: Consolidating multi-step tasks, content resources, and assessments into self-paced, modular units rather than handing out isolated daily assignments.How it decreases apathy: Apathy flourishes when students feel like passive order-takers. Learning packages restore autonomy by giving students control over their pace and offering choices in how they acquire knowledge and show mastery (e.g., choice boards). Having a visible roadmap eliminates ambiguity and lets students build momentum independently.2. Authentic / Real-World Task Framing (PBL)What it is: Structuring assignments around real-world problems, community impact projects, or public audiences (e.g., presenting to local business leaders or publishing a podcast).How it decreases apathy: Apathy is often a rational response to perceived irrelevance. When work moves beyond "doing it for the teacher's gradebook" to solving a real problem or addressing an authentic audience, students see immediate value and purpose in completing it.3. Competency-Based / Mastery Revision PoliciesWhat it is: Replacing rigid "one-and-done" deadlines with a system where students can revise, resubmit, or retake assessments until they prove standard mastery.How it decreases apathy: "Learned helplessness" drives a huge portion of student apathy—if a student believes they will fail anyway, checking out protects their self-esteem. Reframe work as a process of continuous growth removes the fear of permanent failure, motivating students to stick with a task until they get it right.4. Gamified Micro-Milestones & Visual ProgressWhat it is: Breaking large assignments into bite-sized checkpoints unlocked sequentially, often mapped on a visual progress bar or Kanban board (To Do, In Progress, Done).How it decreases apathy: Long assignments can feel overwhelming, triggering avoidance and apathy. Micro-milestones create immediate feedback loops and quick wins, giving students frequent hits of satisfaction as they physically check off steps and watch their progress advance.5. Interdependent Peer Accountability (Cooperative Learning)What it is: Designing collaborative structures (like the Jigsaw method or small-group roles) where every team member holds a piece of the puzzle necessary for the group's success.How it decreases apathy: Students are often indifferent to compliance requests from authority figures, but they care deeply about their social standing with peers. When their effort directly supports or impacts their classmates, peer accountability activates social motivation.6. Utility-Value Reflection PromptsWhat it is: Embedding short reflection questions at the beginning or end of assignments asking students to articulate how a skill connects to their personal goals, interests, or future plans.How it decreases apathy: Psychological research shows that when students explicitly write down why a skill matters to their own life (e.g., "How does analyzing arguments help you negotiate or spot misinformation?"), their intrinsic motivation and assignment completion rates increase significantly.Edtech Throwdown: Vote on twitter @edtechthrowdown and under the pinned post on the profile.Segment 3: Where to Find EdTech ThrowdownDo us a few favors:Subscribe to the Edtech Throwdown PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyAmazon PodcastsStitcher YouTube Twitter FacebookWrite us an Apple Podcast Review!Tell your friends aboutwww.edtechthrowdown.comTell your friends about the Teach Better Podcast NetworkSubscribe to our Podcast Channels and SocialsApple PodcastsSpotify YouTube Twitter (@edtechthrowdown)FacebookInstagramConnect with us on Social MediaGuise's Social

Apathy is one of the quieter struggles of the Christian life, less dramatic than crisis and therefore easier to ignore, but just as damaging to our relationship with God and our experience of the life He intends for us. Ephesians 5:13-14 names it with surprising directness: apathy is a form of spiritual sleep. And the call that follows is equally direct: "wake up, sleeper, rise from the dead, and Christ will shine on you." This is not a shaming command. It is a gentle invitation back into the light of Christ, where recovery becomes possible. When light enters a dark room, it reveals what was invisible before. In the same way, Christ's light illuminates the spiritual weariness, the draining habits, and the weighted thinking patterns that have quietly accumulated. It does not expose them to condemn; it exposes them so that renewal can begin. The path back does not require a dramatic overhaul. It begins with small steps: a little more rest, time outside, one verse of Scripture, a simple prayer. God meets us exactly where we are and gently guides us forward from there. Over time, as His light reaches further into every part of our lives, energy and motivation return, purpose becomes clearer, and what felt like spiritual numbness begins to give way to something alive again. Today's Bible Verse "Wake up, sleeper, rise from the dead, and Christ will shine on you."— Ephesians 5:14, NIV Ponder Today Christ's light reveals what the darkness concealed in order to renew. When we allow His light into our weariness and numbness, we begin to see what has been draining us, and that visibility is the first step toward healing. Burnout and apathy are signals that something needs care, not just discipline. God designed body, mind, and spirit to be connected, and all of them need rest and care. Addressing physical and mental health is part of answering the call to wake up. Small steps are enough to begin. God meets us exactly where we are and works with whatever we bring. Healing does not require a grand overhaul to begin. One verse of Scripture a day, a few minutes outside, a brief and honest prayer; start small, start somewhere. Christ's light, let in gradually, restores what apathy quietly stole. Energy, motivation, clarity of thought, and sense of purpose return as His light reaches further into our lives. Waking up is not a single moment; it is a direction we begin moving toward. A Prayer for You Today Dear God, You know how much I have struggled with apathy lately. I feel tired from dealing with all the challenges of this fallen world, overwhelmed by the constant noise, and burned out from the stress. I just do not care anymore about what You want me to care about. Please forgive me for settling for apathy and neglecting the full life You want me to live. I need Your help to answer the call to wake up and step into Your light. Shine Your light into every part of me — my spirit, mind, and body. Help me care for my wellbeing so I can heal and grow stronger. Restore my passion for knowing You and walking closely with You each day. As Your light fills my life again, renew my energy and motivation and guide me forward with hope. Thank You. Amen. Want More?

Today Lil' Lo and Big Shot Shae are joined by creator, community organizer, and host of The Pink Boombox Big Vee! Join the class as they discuss Remy Ma's influence on other female rappers, her beef with Clarissa Shields, A24's new film Primetime and why anyone would want to make a movie critical of Chris Hansen and To Catch a Predator at a time like this, their hopes for a reignited fire within the Black community, and more! Follow Our Guest: IG - @veebars__Tiktok - @veebars / @thepinkboomboxFollow Our Hosts:@lilloworldwide @bigshotshae@letmestayfocused **DISCLAIMER: THIS IS A COMEDIC PODCAST** Scenarios and responses from this show should be taken with a grain of salt. In other words, this is all a joke. Unless otherwise noted, any similarity to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events, is purely coincidental.The views and opinions expressed by guests / classmates are those of the guest / classmate and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Let Me Stay Focused: The Podcast. Any content provided by our guests / classmates are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual or anyone or anything.

If you're a Rock Cast listener, chances are you're already an early adopter, and that puts you right where your church needs you: a step ahead. In this episode, the team unpacks the three biggest reasons people hesitate to adopt agentic AI, and why early adopters are the force multipliers who help others cross the chasm.Jon shares a version update Rock has been building towards for years: v19.4, complete with AI agents. He teases a new onboarding layer called Spark Connect which turns services like AI on without needing to become an AI genius.Even though Sam Altman and Elon Musk claim that AI hit the point of singularity, we talk about why that milestone still doesn't buy your church a single ounce of wisdom, especially when it comes to vibe coding your church's website.Visit the show notes to find all the resources talked about in this episode. Don't forget to join the new Rock Cast Rocket Chat Channel to see what other churches are saying about this episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is a lack of motivation a personality flaw, or a signal from your brain that something needs attention? We tend to think brain decline begins with memory loss, but changes in motivation, behavior, attention, and decision-making can show up much earlier. Apathy can look like laziness. Poor sleep can feel like memory loss. Doom scrolling gets blamed on dopamine, even though the science does not support many of the claims people repeat online. And the habits we rely on for brain health are often based more on trends than evidence. This matters because your brain is constantly deciding whether a reward is worth the effort. When that calculation becomes harder, doing even simple things can feel overwhelming. Understanding how motivation works can help you reduce friction, take action before you feel ready, build routines that support your brain, and pay closer attention to changes in yourself or someone you love. Purpose matters. Curiosity matters. Relationships matter. And movement may be one of the most effective tools we have for protecting cognitive health. Dr. Masud Husain is one of the world's leading neurologists studying memory, motivation, attention, and cognitive decline. He is a professor of neurology at Oxford University, co-leads Dementia Research at Oxford University, and serves as editor-in-chief of Brain, one of the most respected journals in neurology. He is also the author of Our Brains, Ourselves, which explores how the brain shapes our behavior, identity, relationships, and sense of self. What's Discussed: (06:01) Why losing motivation can appear before memory problems and signal early cognitive decline. (08:07) How apathy differs from depression, even when the behavior looks almost identical. (12:14) What two tiny strokes revealed about the brain circuit responsible for motivation. (20:55) How purpose, curiosity, and strong relationships help protect the aging brain. (22:23) Why unmotivated people may use more brain energy deciding whether something is worth the effort. (24:54) What dopamine actually does and why it is not the brain's pleasure chemical. (26:31) Why the idea that social media gives you constant dopamine hits is not supported by evidence. (34:50) Whether Alzheimer's can be reversed and what current treatments can realistically accomplish. (45:17) How breaking tasks into smaller steps, starting before you feel ready, and building routines can create motivation. (57:12) Whether relying on AI is making our brains lazier and changing how we think. (01:01:36) How loneliness and isolation affect cognitive performance and long-term brain health. (01:07:22) How poor sleep, anxiety, and low mood can create memory problems that feel like dementia.   Thank You to Our Sponsors! Magic Mind: Head over to magicmind.com/jen and use code JEN at checkout. Momentous: Ready to try supplements that actually do what they claim? Head to livemomentous.com and use code JEN for 35% off your first subscription.  Therasage: Visit therasage.com and use code JEN to get 15% off your order. Your skin Prolon: Prolon is offering listeners 30% off sitewide plus a $40 bonus gift when you subscribe to their 5-Day Program! Just visit prolonlife.com/JENNIFERCOHEN and use code JENNIFERCOHEN to claim your discount and your bonus gift. Kion: Visit getkion.com/habits for 20% off. Tru Niagen®: For supplements that are rigorously tested, third-party verified, and actually deliver what's on the label, head to truniagen.com Find more from Jen Cohen: Website: jennifercohen.com Instagram: @therealjencohen Books: jennifercohen.com/books Speaking: jennifercohen.com/speaking-engagements   Find more from Dr. Masud Husain:  Website: masudhusain.org X: @MasudHusain Instagram: @masudhusainoxford Book: Our Brains, Our Selves LinkedIn: Masud Husain  

Part 2 of our series, Interwoven. Thanks for listening to this message from New Life Church. In this message, Pastor Joel Solomon challenges us to confront the apathy that keeps us from engaging with God's heart for people different from ourselves. Through Ephesians, we see how Jesus calls us beyond indifference, tears down the walls that divide us, and brings us together as one family through the cross. This message was recorded at New Life Church | Kempsville in Virginia Beach, Virginia.

Love to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message”Something feels off right now, and it's not just policy or elections. When the culture starts calling evil good and good evil, it's easy to spiral into doom-scrolling, cynicism, and the quiet lie that nothing we do matters. I read a viral post that captures that dread, then I push back on the trap underneath it: outrage that never turns into action becomes apathy, and apathy is how families, churches, and entire communities slowly collapse. Visit Claymore Milites Christi to join the movement! From there, I lay out a simple framework for Christian renewal that's meant to be lived, not argued about online. It starts with the human heart choosing what's true and good, then restores marriage and family as the backbone of civilization, and stays anchored in Christ and the Church. We also talk about corruption and institutional decay, using a clip about government fraud to show how real people get hurt when systems are captured, and why reform has to be paired with moral formation. The anchor story is Pier Giorgio Frassati, a young Catholic who climbed mountains, loved his friends, served the poor with his own hands, and refused to separate prayer from public life. I contrast his path with Robespierre as a warning: “justice” detached from God can turn into terror. The goal here is Christian social activism and Catholic political engagement rooted in charity, truth, courage, and joy, so we fight for the innocent without becoming what we hate. If this challenges you, share it with someone who feels stuck, then subscribe and leave a review so more people can find the show. What's one concrete action you can take this week to choose the good?Support the show

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While the Senate fights over the SAVE Act, Pennsylvania has handed Democrats a huge loss…Democrats USED to have a major voter registration lead in every election. This week, that lead got cut in half — and the number left standing should terrify anyone planning a Democratic campaign in 2028. Today we will discuss what happened, why, and where it should happen next…SPONSOR: Alliance Defending FreedomDaniel Grand, a devout Orthodox Jew in Ohio, was ordered by his city to get a government permit just to host a small prayer meeting in his own home. Alliance Defending Freedom is now representing him at the U.S. Supreme Court, and ADF never bills its clients for their defense. Right now your gift is doubled by a matching grant while matching funds last.Have your gift doubled while matching funds last. Text NICK to 83848 or give at https://www.JoinADF.com/Nick-----Nick's Ugly Mug Coffee is Nick's own coffee, roasted for the people who actually drink it every morning. It comes in a 1-pound bag for everyday brewing and a 5-pound bag for serious coffee drinkers and big families. Order two bags and shipping is free, or grab the 5-pound bag and save over 20 percent. Every bag directly supports Making the Argument.Stock up and get free shipping on two bags at https://www.NicksUglyMugCoffee.com-----GET YOUR MERCH HERE: https://shop.nickjfreitas.com/BECOME A MEMBER OF THE IC: https://NickJFreitas.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickjfreitas/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NickFreitasVATwitter: https://twitter.com/NickJFreitasYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NickjfreitasTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nickjfreitas3.000:00:00 – How Pennsylvania handed Democrats a huge loss00:03:29 – Inside the 2024 Pennsylvania door-knocking operation00:08:21 – Reading the numbers on election night 202400:13:25 – Why voter roll purges always hit Democrats hardest00:16:36 – To win in 2028, you must fight in 202600:22:41 – How Democrats respond, and what stops rule changes00:28:39 – "Don't you want to make it easier to vote?"00:36:36 – Who actually benefits from mass mail-in voting00:39:39 – How the LA mayoral race got flipped00:43:35 – The mislabeled thumb drive: a story from 202000:47:33 – Which states are next, and picking winnable fights00:55:11 – Why state races decide the rules00:56:37 – Apathy is what the left counts on

The USC-Notre Dame game is back, more on Oklahoma State, the daunting travel schedule of USC, before settling in on the apathy many Husker fans are feeling this offseason.

Nathan Ciszek returns to The Cosmic Switchboard to discuss a variety of subjects including the impending Draft of Americans, the ongoing wars against Iran and Russia, the malign influence of social media commentators as it relates to UFOs and Aliens and much more. In Part 1, Nathan also discusses the alarming lack of self-preservation instincts in modern society. He explores the role of psychological operations, the influence of military handlers on social media, and the dangers of cognitive dissonance in the face of global instability. In Part 2, Nathan delves into the nature of our reality as a simulation run by negative extraterrestrial groups and reptilians. He explains how trauma-based mind control and the theft of innate human senses are used to maintain control over the population, while warning against the false promises of a spiritual ascension. Nathan also discusses a variety of subjects including the burning down of salvage yards, eco-cities, countries in Europe going into a total war footing in preparation for World War 3 and much more. Part 1 Video: [This post contains video, click to play] Part 2 Video: [This post contains video, click to play] Part 1: https://www.thecosmicswitchboard.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Nathan-Ciszek-Interview-with-James-Bartley-on-thecosmicswitchboard.com-Part-1.mp3&Download: mp3 Audio Part 2 – Members Only: https://www.thecosmicswitchboard.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Nathan-Ciszek-Interview-with-James-Bartley-on-thecosmicswitchboard.com-Part-2.mp3To Play or Download: Login or Join To Download Use the link under the player for the part you want to download. The post Societal Apathy and the Simulation Trap and UFOs and Aliens – Nathan Ciszek Interview with James Bartley appeared first on The Cosmic Switchboard.

When it comes to scripture, people can generally be placed into these three groups

When it comes to scripture, people can generally be placed into these three groups

When it comes to scripture, people can generally be placed into these three groups

Luke joins the show from Las Vegas, where he found himself on the edge of his seat talking to a former mobster. Meanwhile, Andrew is excited to see his "studio dog" dreams come true.