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Molls is joined by friend of the pod, actress Marianna Klaveno, to talk about the movie inspired by the book that so many GenX and Millennials devoured and never forgot, The Face on The Milk Carton. Starring actress Kellie Martin, the movie has always stood out to Molly as basically one of the most accurate adaptations she's ever seen.  From IMDb: A teenage girl sees a photograph of her much-younger self one day in the school cafeteria--on the side of a milk carton. But her beloved parents would never kidnap anyone and there's a deeper mystery ahead. Mariana wants you to listen to Halfsies: https://pod.link/1554013364 Follow Molly around the web: http://mollymcaleer.com/ Get the automatic wet food cat feeder here: Inexpensive version: https://amzn.to/4o4M5Iw A little more money but more highly reviewed: https://amzn.to/4e2ZsnV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does the Bible have to say about the reign of Jesus Christ? Find out with Tim Moore and Nathan Jones on Christ in Prophecy Radio!

Kaôh F***ing Rong Rewatch Ep 3 Alliances shatter and tempers flare in Survivor: Kaôh R?ng as Rob Cesternino is joined by Chappell for another lively installment of Kaôh F***ing Rong. The chaos comes early when the Brains tribe's overconfident power duo, Liz and Peter, attempt a convoluted 2-2-2 vote split—only to find Debbie and Joe flipping the script in one of the season's most satisfying blindsides. Amid all the gameplay, the hosts celebrate Debbie's standout confessional content and dissect what emotional intelligence really means when tensions are this high. Rob and Chappell walk through the episode's biggest moments: the rise of Debbie as a breakout character and strategic force; Liz and Peter's unraveling as their arrogance alienates allies; and Aubry's emerging “social radar” as she quietly maneuvers through the shifting alliances. Over at the Brawn camp, Scott Pollard's throwback Survivor style has him regretting his votes, while Alicia scrambles for an idol none of her tribemates want her to find and Sydney operates with low-key brilliance. On Beauty, Ty mourns the camp chicken and secures his first idol, and Anna quietly sets up Nick as her new target. All this sets the stage for next week's infamous medevac and what could be a major shakeup in power. – Debbie's sharp confessional reads and social game take center stage – The Brains tribe's failed split-vote plan leads to a major blindside – Peter's paternalistic gameplay gets exposed at Tribal – Idol hunts, fake alliances, and shifting dynamics rattle the Brawn tribe – Ty's compassion and Anna's new plots stir things up at Beauty camp Does Peter have any chance of bouncing back, or is Debbie about to take over the Brains? Can alliances survive when confidence turns to chaos? Don't miss this episode for all the drama, strategy, and blindsides that make Kaôh R?ng unforgettable—listen in for the latest island intrigue! Chapters: 0:00 Back to Survivor: Kaoh Rong 0:17 Debbie Wanner’s Breakout Episode 1:18 Comparing Debbie's Survivor Appearances 2:38 Calls for Millennials vs Gen X Rewatch 3:32 Brains Tribe’s Power Shift Begins 5:06 Peter and Liz’s Strategic Downfall 6:24 Liz and Peter's Wild Split Plan 7:59 Aubry Highlights Emotional Intelligence 9:26 Chaotic Tribal Council Breaks Out 13:24 Peter Misreads Joe the Cop 15:32 Neil the “Snake in Ice Cream Pants” 16:24 Scott Pollard’s Survivor Skill Questioned 18:51 Idol Chaos on the Brawn Tribe 19:57 Sydney's Strategic Moves Begin 20:29 Scott and Jason Steal the Idol 29:01 Tai Finds Idol, Chicken Moment 31:58 Medical Evacuations and Survivor Legends 34:24 Men vs Women in Survivor Medevac 37:17 Emotional Items vs Luxury Items Debate 41:24 Frankie Grande and Redemption Moments 44:02 Jeff Probst's Emotional Intelligence Wrap-Up To order Rob’s book, The Tribe and I Have Spoken, visit www.robhasabook.com Never miss a minute of RHAP's extensive Survivor coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the Survivor podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

In this episode, I sit down with comedian, actress, and Broad City co-creator, Ilana Glazer. We crack open our Cann's (mine is Unspiked of course) and dive into how her relationship with cannabis has evolved, why she's drinking less alcohol, and how a low-dose cannabis drink fits into her life as a mom. We get into what millennial parenting really means, why she believes we're the most caring (and hottest) generation yet, and how motherhood doesn't strip you of your identity - society's script does. We also talk about female friendships, postpartum, her new stand-up tour, and so much more!Key Takeaway / Points:Why Ilana reaches for a 2mg Cann over wineHow cannabis allows her to be present with her daughterWhat millennial parenting means and why she thinks we're the best generation of parents yetHer motherhood experience and how it's shaped herFemale friendship and why parenting makes relationships more honestTherapy as her ultimate act of self-careRapid fire: mom hacks, bodega orders, and the one word her daughter uses to describe herThis episode is brought to you by Cann. Use code CAMERON for 20% off your order at drinkcann.com.Watch Ilana's stand-up special, Human Magic, streaming on Hulu HEREGet tickets to her tour, Ilana Glazer Live! HERECheck out momsandneighbors.orgFollow Ilana:Instagram: @ilanaPodcast: It's Open with Ilana GlazerYouTube: It's Open with Ilana GlazerWebsite: ilanaglazer.comFollow me:Instagram: @cameronoaksrogersSubstack: Fill Your CupWebsite: cameronoaksrogers.comTikTok: @cameronoaksrogers

Kaôh F***ing Rong Rewatch Ep 3 Alliances shatter and tempers flare in Survivor: Kaôh R?ng as Rob Cesternino is joined by Chappell for another lively installment of Kaôh F***ing Rong. The chaos comes early when the Brains tribe's overconfident power duo, Liz and Peter, attempt a convoluted 2-2-2 vote split—only to find Debbie and Joe flipping the script in one of the season's most satisfying blindsides. Amid all the gameplay, the hosts celebrate Debbie's standout confessional content and dissect what emotional intelligence really means when tensions are this high. Rob and Chappell walk through the episode's biggest moments: the rise of Debbie as a breakout character and strategic force; Liz and Peter's unraveling as their arrogance alienates allies; and Aubry's emerging “social radar” as she quietly maneuvers through the shifting alliances. Over at the Brawn camp, Scott Pollard's throwback Survivor style has him regretting his votes, while Alicia scrambles for an idol none of her tribemates want her to find and Sydney operates with low-key brilliance. On Beauty, Ty mourns the camp chicken and secures his first idol, and Anna quietly sets up Nick as her new target. All this sets the stage for next week's infamous medevac and what could be a major shakeup in power. – Debbie's sharp confessional reads and social game take center stage – The Brains tribe's failed split-vote plan leads to a major blindside – Peter's paternalistic gameplay gets exposed at Tribal – Idol hunts, fake alliances, and shifting dynamics rattle the Brawn tribe – Ty's compassion and Anna's new plots stir things up at Beauty camp Does Peter have any chance of bouncing back, or is Debbie about to take over the Brains? Can alliances survive when confidence turns to chaos? Don't miss this episode for all the drama, strategy, and blindsides that make Kaôh R?ng unforgettable—listen in for the latest island intrigue! Chapters: 0:00 Back to Survivor: Kaoh Rong 0:17 Debbie Wanner’s Breakout Episode 1:18 Comparing Debbie's Survivor Appearances 2:38 Calls for Millennials vs Gen X Rewatch 3:32 Brains Tribe’s Power Shift Begins 5:06 Peter and Liz’s Strategic Downfall 6:24 Liz and Peter's Wild Split Plan 7:59 Aubry Highlights Emotional Intelligence 9:26 Chaotic Tribal Council Breaks Out 13:24 Peter Misreads Joe the Cop 15:32 Neil the “Snake in Ice Cream Pants” 16:24 Scott Pollard’s Survivor Skill Questioned 18:51 Idol Chaos on the Brawn Tribe 19:57 Sydney's Strategic Moves Begin 20:29 Scott and Jason Steal the Idol 29:01 Tai Finds Idol, Chicken Moment 31:58 Medical Evacuations and Survivor Legends 34:24 Men vs Women in Survivor Medevac 37:17 Emotional Items vs Luxury Items Debate 41:24 Frankie Grande and Redemption Moments 44:02 Jeff Probst's Emotional Intelligence Wrap-Up To order Rob’s book, The Tribe and I Have Spoken, visit www.robhasabook.com Never miss a minute of RHAP's extensive Survivor coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the Survivor podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

As festival season is fully underway, the Psyce has something to say. We are tired of the complaints so here are our thoughts and hopefully a guide on how to endure the thralls of festival life. Are Millennials aging out of Festivals? Listen in as we compare and contrast some of todays biggest artist compilations. Whether it's Roots Picnic, Coachella, Gov Ball, Wireless, Broccoli Fest, or even Bonnaroo, what is a podcast to do?follow us everywhere @thepsycepodcastLIKE COMMENT SUBSCRIBE

Welcome back to I Killed My Tamagotchi!The tape's rolling and Alex "A-Town" Ryan drops a confession that completely changes the way he experienced some of the biggest shows of the '90s.That revelation sends Tommy and Alex down a slime-covered rabbit hole through the golden age of Nickelodeon game shows. From Double Dare and GUTS to Legends of the Hidden Temple and Figure It Out, the guys debate which shows they could have actually won, which kids had no business being contestants, and whether Double Dare may have been secretly rigged all along.Along the way, they revisit the O.J. Bronco chase interrupting the NBA Finals, celebrate Jurassic Park's anniversary, remember Discovery Zone, argue over game show prizes, and prove that no conversation stays on track for very long.Plus, the second Heartthrob email arrives with a new clue for Alex and Mat's mysterious admirer, bringing them one step closer to the Sock Hop Dance.Grab your team colors, avoid the Temple Guards, and whatever you do, don't let the Purple Parrots win.

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Welcome back to another episode of the unSeminary podcast. Today we're joined by John Plake, Chief Innovation Officer and Editor-in-Chief of the State of the Bible research at the American Bible Society. With decades of experience as a pastor, missionary, professor, and researcher, John brings a unique perspective on how people are actually engaging with Scripture and what we should do about it. The “movable middle” is growing. // One of the most significant insights from recent research is the rise of what John calls the “movable middle”—millions of people who are open to the Bible but not yet engaged with it. This group has grown by approximately nine million people in recent years. They are curious, interested, and even positive toward Scripture, but they lack the tools, confidence, or guidance to engage it meaningfully. This represents a massive opportunity for churches willing to step in and help. People want a guide. // Through focus groups and research, John discovered that many people in the movable middle feel intimidated by the Bible. They struggle with language, context, and navigation. But perhaps most striking is they want help. Contrary to what some leaders might assume, they are not rejecting the church as a guide. In fact, many say, “If we can't trust the church to help us understand the Bible, what good is it?” This creates a clear invitation for churches to step into a more relational, guiding role in discipleship. A surprising discipleship gap. // One of the most sobering findings is that nearly half of weekly church attenders are not regularly engaging Scripture on their own. While churches invest heavily in preaching and programming, many people are not developing personal habits of Bible engagement. John suggests that churches often focus on delivering content rather than equipping people to engage Scripture themselves. The result is a gap between what happens on Sunday and what happens in everyday life. From teaching to equipping. // If churches want to close that gap, they must shift from being primarily content providers to equipping environments. This means helping people develop the skills, habits, and confidence to read and apply Scripture on their own. It also requires understanding the real barriers people face, like time constraints, confusion, or lack of community support, and addressing those barriers with practical solutions. A new tool for churches. // To help leaders take action, the American Bible Society has developed the “Next Step for Church” assessment. This free tool allows churches to measure spiritual health, Bible engagement, and key leadership behaviors within their congregation. Within a few weeks, leaders receive a detailed, data-driven report highlighting strengths, challenges, and suggested next steps. Data that leads to discipleship. // John emphasizes that data is not an end in itself; it's a tool for better shepherding. By listening to their congregation at scale, leaders can identify patterns, confirm instincts, and prioritize what matters most. The assessment surfaces both what's working and where growth is needed, giving churches a clear path forward. It also connects individuals to personalized Scripture engagement resources, helping them take their next step spiritually. Why Scripture engagement matters most. // Nothing has a greater impact on spiritual growth than a person's relationship with the Bible. In fact, Scripture engagement accounts for a significant portion of overall spiritual health. When people consistently engage with God's Word, transformation follows—affecting beliefs, behaviors, and relationships. Signs of hope for the future. // Despite broader cultural challenges, John sees encouraging trends, especially among younger generations. Millennials and Gen Z show increasing openness to Scripture, even if they are still exploring. While overall trends may appear flat, meaningful change is happening beneath the surface. For churches willing to engage this moment, there is real opportunity for impact. To explore the research further or access the free church assessment, visit church.nextstep.bible and begin discovering how your church can better equip people to engage Scripture every day. Thank You for Tuning In! There are a lot of podcasts you could be tuning into today, but you chose unSeminary, and I'm grateful for that. If you enjoyed today's show, please share it by using the social media buttons you see at the left hand side of this page. Also, kindly consider taking the 60-seconds it takes to leave an honest review and rating for the podcast on iTunes, they're extremely helpful when it comes to the ranking of the show and you can bet that I read every single one of them personally! 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Check them out at risepointe.com and while you’re there, schedule a FREE call to explore possibilities for your needs, vision and future…Risepointe believes that God still uses spaces…and they're here to help. Episode Transcript Rich Birch — Hey friends, welcome to the unSeminary podcast. I am so glad that you have decided to tune in today. This is one of those episodes that there’s a great resource in it that going to want to make sure you engage with. There’s super helpful content. Plus it’s about an area that I know so many of us are thinking about, we’re wondering about, we’re asking questions about. Rich Birch — So super excited to have John Plake with us today. He is the chief innovator ah innovation officer and editor-in-chief of the State of the Bible Research Series, which comes from the American Bible Society. And they’re on a mission to make the Bible available to every person in a language and format each can understand and afford so that all may experience its life-changing message. ABS has really a whole bunch of different tools and approaches, and we’re excited kind of expose a little bit more about that today. John has been in ministry over 30 years. We’ll just call it over 30 years. And it served as a pastor, missionary, professor, researcher. John, welcome to the show. So glad you’re here.John Plake — Thanks so much for having me today. It’s great to be with you.Rich Birch — Why don’t you fill in the picture a little bit? Tell us a little bit about your background. You know, what brings you to your current work?John Plake — Yeah. Closer to 40 years now. Rich Birch — Nice. Yeah, yeah. That’s great.John Plake — It’s a little uncomfortable to talk about that.Rich Birch — That’s great.John Plake — Yeah. You know, I start out like a lot of people in ministry. I grew up in a home that ministry was central. Actually, both my grandfathers were ministers. My father was a minister. Ministry is kind of the family business in a way, but I really did sense a direction from God when I was about 15 years old to to pursue full-time ministry.John Plake — There was some detail around that. Ended up going to Bible college and and then started what turned out to be about nine years of full-time pastoral service. And I hadn’t been in that for very long before I realized that everything I learned in Bible College was preparing me to serve a generation that no longer existed in a culture that was gone. John Plake — And I thought, my goodness, I know God’s word pretty well. And mean, I’m a lifelong learner of God’s word. I love the Bible. And yet, didn’t really know culture very well. And I didn’t develop those tools until just years and years of practice, some missionary service, wonderful teachers at at Wheaton College and graduate school and and just a lifelong journey of learning.John Plake — So at American Bible Society, when I got here, the State of the Bible, program or this research project was already underway. And we’d been helped out by the Barna Group, which does some wonderful foundational work. And eventually it just kind of grew up and it got to a place where we had an internal team that was running it ourselves, now in collaboration with the National Opinion Research Council or NORC at the University of Chicago. We just do, I think, what is the largest ongoing study of Americans’ relationship with the Bible and faith and the church. And we get to talk about it all the time. Rich Birch — Yeah, I love it.John Plake — So, I mean, this is the best job in the world.Rich Birch — Yeah, that’s so good. It’s it’s great research, something that I think should be on the kind of list of things that we need to be paying attention to. It’s been a gift to the church for so long and something that we should continue to to pay attention through. Now, let’s talk about you specifically. You spent three plus decades. I didn’t want to say almost 40. You know, I’m not saying that. I’m not saying that. I could say that, you know, a couple years ago, I clicked across one of those numbers with a zero on the end as my birthday. And ever since then, I’m a little sensitive about the the age thing. Rich Birch — So anyways, As a ministry, missionary professor, researcher, you’ve done a lot. How does wearing all of those hats, what do you what does that bring to you as you come to the data? How does that impact you as you think about really the state of the Bible research?John Plake — Yeah, you know, I think research can be dull. You know, it can sound like it’s all about writing questions or it’s all statistics and numbers. But for me, the research is all about the people. Rich Birch — So true.John Plake — It’s all about the people in our communities and in our churches that we’re trying to understand better so we can serve them well with the gospel. I, for years, I’ve used the analogy that that being in gospel ministry is like being a human bridge across a river. I grew up not very far from the Mississippi River in the St. Louis area, and there was a big 100-year flood when I was early on in ministry. And I mean, none of the bridges worked anymore. You couldn’t get from one side to the other.John Plake — And I thought, you know, that’s a tragedy that I encountered sometimes in ministry where maybe I was deeply rooted in one bank of the river, the text, but I wasn’t necessarily deeply rooted in the other bank of the river, which was the context.John Plake — And it’s this lived experience of the people that I was I was serving. And that I wanted to serve in my community, but I needed to understand them better. So I wasn’t just spouting you know Aristotelian logic to them. Or I wasn’t just coming at them with the pat answers that I’d learned. Like I’d never heard anybody in my life walk into my office and say, Pastor John, you got to tell me, what can you describe hamartiology to me from. You know like I had to learn that in school, but that’s not what people struggle with. Rich Birch — That’s so true. Yeah. John Plake — They had totally different questions and I needed to love them and honor them enough to understand their questions and answer them responsibly and reliably from the pages of scripture.Rich Birch — Yeah, love it. Okay, well, we’re going to dig into a little bit of just a couple of the findings just to kind of, we’re trying to whet your appetite, friends, to take steps towards this. So the 2025 data showed, and we’ve seen this, a real bump in Bible engagement, particularly among millennials and men. If I’m reading it correctly, though, we saw 2026, a shift happen, maybe back down. And so what’s going on? Actually, I heard another sociologist in a kind of a related field that was about church attendance talked about the dead cat bounce, that it was like, you know, which I thought, oh, that’s a, but there’s a similarity going on here. Pull this, this finding apart. Help us understand this.John Plake — Yeah, apologies to cat lovers out there.Rich Birch — Yes, exactly.John Plake — We were we were hoping, you know, I think we were really hoping. We looked at 2025. We saw that men in particular were leaning into the Bible in ways we hadn’t seen recently. Millennials doing the same thing. There there were some interesting numbers in 2025. And so when the 2026 numbers came to my desk in late January, I thought, I hope we’re extending I hope it’s going to be a trend. But it wasn’t. It was a blip.John Plake — And there’s more to it, though, than just the fact that scripture engagement didn’t go up. It also didn’t go down. And the level of people in America who are Bible disengaged, meaning they never pick up the Bible on purpose at all, that actually didn’t go up either. What grew was this kind of curious explorer group in the middle that we call the movable middle. And over the last two years, it’s grown by 9 million American adults. Rich Birch — Wow.John Plake — And so what we do see is there’s there’s openness to the Bible. There’s experimentation with the Bible. But people are jumping in and they’re trying it and they’re not being able to get hold of it. And I think that’s largely because of us.John Plake — Because Bible people who are around them aren’t saying, please come do this with me. Let me help you. Let me honor you enough to to respect your questions, to ask what you’re dealing with, and help you explore those issues through the pages of Scripture.Rich Birch — I love that movable middle, man, that feels like the kind of group we want to connect with and reach out to in our community. Any other, when you, when you’ve been thinking about this movable middle, what are some other kind of characteristics of those people or other things that, you know, are kind of telltale signs of this group as we’re thinking about them as it, as it pertains to Bible engagement?John Plake — Yeah, they’re an amazing group, and we’re going talking more about them all year, but they are probably my favorite subject in America. There are 74 million American adults that are in the movable middle.Rich Birch — Wow.John Plake — 74 million of our neighbors who are like…Rich Birch — Wow.John Plake — …and here’s what they tend to say: They love the Bible. They think it’s a great idea. But if you handed them a Bible, they don’t know how to find what they’re looking for. They don’t know how to navigate it. They get confused by the language in in Scripture.John Plake — I remember doing a a focus group with a bunch of people in the movable middle. I was in Chicago. it was an area I was really familiar with. I used to pastor in that area. And we got them talking about their experience with the Bible. And we said, hey, does anything ever stop you or kind of you know make you check out because you’re struggling with what’s going on? John Plake — And one young lady at the table said, yeah, you know the language of the Bible is really really hard for me to understand. It’s it’s a really old book. It uses expressions I don’t understand. And a gentleman sitting across the table from her just kind of chuckled and said, yeah, what the hell’s a mustard seed? And everybody laughed.John Plake — I was behind the glass and I just about fell out of my chair because they didn’t teach me to talk like that in a Assemblies of God seminary.Rich Birch — Yes.John Plake —Things like that, you know, that’s just not the way we roll.Rich Birch — Yeah, yeah. Yes.John Plake — But it was so authentic and he wasn’t being mean.Rich Birch — No.John Plake — He was just saying, boy, I don’t I don’t get it. And then they said, you know, we really want a guide. Rich Birch — That’s good.John Plake — And so we pushed on that a little bit. At the time, there were some clergy abuse scandals that actually there were billboards up in Chicago about clergy abuse scandals that all of us lamented. And so we’re like, OK, listen, do you trust the church to be your guide? Because ee saw these billboards, you know, and it’s your city. And so what what do you think?John Plake — And they said, well, of course we do. I mean, it’s terrible when people in the church abuse their position and abuse others. And that’s not what they’re supposed to do. But if we can’t trust the church to help us understand the Bible, what good are they, really? And so, yes, we’re looking to you, church, to help us connect more deeply with the Bible, understand what it meant to the original hearers and readers and how we apply it to our lives today.Rich Birch — Okay, that’s yeah, that’s really cool. I look forward to hearing more about the movable middle in this coming year. Another thing that jumped out to me, which I feel like, man, I’ve seen this in my church. This is like you you named a group that I see, but it’s surprising, at least it’s surprising on its face. So nearly half of weekly church attenders, weekly church attenders, which is, that’s like really engaged, you know, are not regularly engaging, engaging scripture on their own.Rich Birch — Man, what, so what should we do about that? That’s an interesting, how does, how should that impact our discipleship strategy? What are you encouraging us to be thinking about? And these people that are with us all the time, but they’re not engaged with scripture.John Plake — Well, I think the first thing to do is to just recognize it. Rich Birch — Right.John Plake — You know, a lot of pastors that I’ve talked to, when we talk about scripture engagement, they tell me things like this: Everything we do is scripture engagement. I spend my whole week preparing a scriptural message. I’m, you know, we’re preparing small group curriculum and Sunday school curriculum and all of this stuff. It’s all about the, everything we do is about the Bible. John Plake — Well, okay. But I had a I had a young youth pastor come to me not that long ago and he said, John, look, you were me once a few years ago. If you knew then what you know now, what would you do differently?John Plake — And the answer is I would do everything differently, than the way I ought to do it. Because what, in my tradition, there was a lot of emphasis on the preaching event, and I put a lot of effort into those communication events, but what I didn’t put as much effort into is empowering people in my church to do what I was doing, which was dig into scripture, understand it for themselves, giving them the tools to do that.John Plake — And then in May, we’re going to be releasing a chapter, just in a few few days now, we’re going to be releasing a chapter all about parents. And one of the startling things is the time pressure that moms are under. I mean, it’s incredible. And so we need to understand where they’re coming from and where they have barriers, but also have some compassion on them and help to support them when they’re really facing struggles. Like they don’t have enough time. They don’t have the resources or the community coming around them to help them to engage God’s word ah more fulsomely, more transformatively.John Plake — We know how to do this stuff, but we’re not connecting the dots to everybody that’s coming to hear us talk every…Rich Birch — That’s good. That’s good. I know I’ve in my seat as an XP, um you know, I’ve overseen a lot of what we do on the programming side and what we do on the weekends. And I’ve, you know, it’s like, that i don’t think I’ve ever said this publicly. It’s like the kind of behind the scenes conversation. I’ve sometimes wondered, I’ve said, you know, like, what we do on the weekend to try to make the Bible understandable is so completely different than Tuesday morning in someone’s life. Rich Birch — Like, we pull out all the stops to make it interesting. We get like world class communicators, incredible graphics, you know, emotional music, all of this to try to… But then the question is, okay, so now on Tuesday morning when you’re tired and you haven’t had your coffee yet and you’re just about to go read scripture, man, like that feels like a long ways away. There’s like a gap there that I sometimes wonder maybe we’re making it worse. You know. Maybe we’re making it harder. I said that. You didn’t say that. Rich Birch — So maybe there’s pastors that are listening here and they read this kind of report. They read this kind of finding and they’re like, hey, that’s interesting. But like, how what do I do in my church specifically? So you know we want we don’t want to just leave people with a tough stat.Rich Birch — I think we see that in our church. There’s people in our church that are here all the time. They’re not that engaged. But you’ve actually developed a new tool or ABS has developed a new tool to help us think through that. Why don’t you walk us through it? Tell us a little bit about it. How’s it work? Talk us how it can help us.John Plake — Yeah, so recently we developed two tools that kind of work together. One of them you can find on the internet at nextstep.bible. And it’s just for anybody who’s like, hey, I’m on a spiritual journey. I’m kind of stuck. I don’t really know what to do next. Maybe you’re just getting started exploring what it means to be a Christian. Maybe you’re Jesus’ little brother or sister. Wherever you are in that journey, there’s always a next step for us.John Plake — And so what we’ve done is analyzed along about a million spiritual life surveys. Rich Birch — Wow.John Plake — And from this huge quantity of data, we’ve learned that people are at different places in that journey. They’re at different points on the map. And we want to make sure that they’re equipped to have the right thing at the right time. I think currently there are 21,000 scripture engagement resources available there.Rich Birch — Wow.John Plake — They’re absolutely free. They’re in English, Spanish, and French. So go check it out, nextstep.bible.John Plake — But if you’re a pastor or you’re a church leader, you’re probably wondering, well, what’s going on in my church, right? So I see all the national data, but I think our tendency is to say, well, we’re the exception, right?Rich Birch — So true. Well, that’s not our people. John Plake — I know I know everybody else is struggling, but we’re doing okay.Rich Birch — Yes.John Plake — And and so it’s good to check our assumptions a little bit. They used to say a really sad statistic that 10 o’clock on Sunday morning was the most segregated hour in America, which makes me sad. What makes me sad also is that 12 o’clock noon in America is the most dishonest hour in America. That’s the hour when pastors tend to start greeting their people after the church service closes and they hear all these comments: oh, Pastor, that was the best sermon I’ve ever heard. And it wasn’t. It just wasn’t. All right, let’s face it.John Plake — There’s somebody out there who preaches better than you do and better than I do. They’re available on YouTube. People don’t need you to be the best Bible teacher in the world. They need you to be the best pastor for them. Rich Birch — That’s good.John Plake — And the tools that are all about focusing on their relationship with the Bible, their holistic spiritual formation, and our leadership behaviors. And so for that, we built the Next Step for Church Assessment.John Plake — It’s actually standing on the foundation or built on the engine block, if you want a different metaphor, of the old reveal research that the Willow Creek Association had come out with. It’s no longer available. And we were able to acquire all of their historical learnings, but also add in things like human flourishing and e-pastoral leadership behaviors that lead to churches really being missionally effective and strong. Excellent stuff on Bible engagement and spiritual formation. John Plake — So the the big challenge we had, I was talking with Dr. Ed Stetzer about this because he was at LifeWay Research when the Transformational Church Assessment was being built. And it was always hard because analyzing this kind of data required a lot of human intervention. It’s very expensive to do. It’s very complicated to deliver. And even a small cost can be a barrier for churches that have strained budgets. It doesn’t matter if you’re a church of, you know, 2,500 25,000 or 250. There’s always more places to put your money than there are dollars that are available to do it.John Plake — And so at American Bible Society, we said, you know what, as a gift to the church, because we love the church, we need to make it completely free. And so you can go to church.nextstep.bible and you could sign up today. Literally, we’re recording this on a on a Thursday. You could go there today and by Sunday, you could be launching your survey. Two weeks later, you’d automatically have results in your own online dashboard. You’d get key highlights emailed to you. There’s a place for custom questions. There’s just all kinds of really, really rich information.Rich Birch — So good.John Plake — And it it doesn’t take the place of the kind of learning that you have as a pastor. You learn deeply in relationship with others. You’re observing what’s going on. You have a team that’s around you. But what it does is it provides this valid, reliable sift and sort function. It’s based on well, I don’t know even know how many, well over 3000 churches, well over half a million survey responses went into building this and making it a tool that that is a good benchmark for you to say, you know what, if we want to move from where we are today to where God is calling us, here are the things we need to focus on.Rich Birch — It’s so good. And friends, I want to encourage you to to go there. Just church.nextstep.bible. I know many of us have a heart for saying, listen, we want to measure more than just nickels and noses. The number of people that show up and revenue that comes in. And this a great way to kind of inject at something that’s at the core of what we’re supposed to be doing as a church. So why don’t we just give a little bit more detail?Rich Birch — What is it? You know, what’s it actually measuring? How is it? You know, how could it be helpful? How how could it kind of dovetail with some of the things we’re already tracking? Maybe give us, you know, what kind of insights are we going to gain from this if we if we put our people through this?John Plake — Yeah, maybe it’s worthwhile to just back up and say it’s based on a congregational assessment. So really this kind of work is all about just listening to your congregation at scale. So if you have 25 people coming to church, you can probably have this conversation with them if you know how to ask the right questions. Rich Birch — Right.John Plake — You can go to the website. You’re like, what’s in the survey? There’s a button you can click. You can read the whole survey. It’s fine. We’re not going to try and surprise you with anything. But really simple stuff. How’s your relationship with Jesus? How often are you interacting with Scripture? What difference is that making in your life? We ask the standard Harvard human flourishing questions. We ask about um how the pastoral team or the senior pastor, him or herself, is doing at actually modeling Christlike leadership for you. Rich Birch — It’s so good.John Plake — And all of that reporting then gets brought into a database. It’s all anonymous. So individuals don’t, they don’t have to tell you who they are. They can’t tell you who they are other than by characteristics. And you’re going to get this really good, robust picture of what’s going on at the church. John Plake — Now, what does it take for somebody to do that? It takes about 20 minutes of their time, and time is expensive, right? People always have too much to do. So in return for that investment, at the end of their survey experience, they will have already told us everything we need to know to match them to great resources at nextstep.bible.John Plake — And with their permission, not without it, they can click a button, pass that data over to the individual nextstep.bible platform. They can create an account and right away, they’re going to be finding things like YouVersion Bible reading plans that are just for them.John Plake — If you’ve got people in your church and they’re outliers, they’re they’re way more spiritually advanced than everybody else, or they’re just getting started and everybody else is way ahead of them, these kinds of tools create bespoke pathways for them so they know what to do next. All the while, the church leadership can sit back and say, okay, here’s our results. And as a team, now what do we need to do to serve the whole congregation well?Rich Birch — I love this. You know, this is what incredible tool that you’ve put together here for our churches to wrestle through and to, you know, not only help us as a church as we’re thinking about these issues, but then help individuals in our church. What what would be some of the ways that churches might use the data that’s generated to impact what we’re doing in our programming? How how could we use this to improve what we’re doing?John Plake — Sure. There are really three things we want everybody to do. First, just discover what’s going on. Just just check your assumptions at the door and and say, okay, what do the data tell us about what’s going on in our church life and in our people’s lives? That’s the first thing.John Plake — Second thing is it’s going to surface for you the top three things that you’re doing great. And it’s going to give them to you in the report. And you need to throw a party. Like there are people who make these things happen for you. No pastor is doing this all by themselves. And so plan a party, celebrate what’s going well.John Plake — The third thing it’s going to do is it’s going to give you suggestions about, okay, here’s where your congregation is today. It won’t surprise you, but it might inform you. I’ve never seen a pastor look at the report and go, ah you guys got it wrong. Rich Birch — Sure, right.John Plake — Usually they they see the report and they go, yeah, okay, yeah, you got me.Rich Birch — Yeah. Confirmed some hunches I’ve had. Yeah. Yeah.John Plake — Right? But we don’t we don’t have time. We don’t have the resources. We don’t have the expertise to be able to sit down and and kind of scientifically walk through this process. So we do that for you. We deliver the report. And then we’re going to give you two key action items that we think churches like yours in a similar place have done that have helped move them toward spiritual health and missional effectiveness.John Plake — And that’s really what it’s all about. We want your congregation to be spiritually healthy. We want your your church as a whole to be missionally effective. And when that happens, often there’s numerical growth. Often there’s financial growth. But there’s certainly more missional impact that’s coming through your congregation and its work.Rich Birch — Yeah, that’s cool. So if I’m like a church of a thousand people, let’s say, and just round number to picking out of the sky, how how what kind of percentage of my congregation would I need to take this to give me a reasonable, you know, statistical, you know, feeling good about the data for it? What what kind of number um should I be thinking about?John Plake — Well, the first thing is we’ve built in a tool that will tell you how to get to a margin of error of plus or minus 3%. Rich Birch — Love it.John Plake — And that does vary depending on the adult attendance that you have. So let’s say you’ve a thousand adults. And by adults, I mean anybody in high school or older can probably take this survey. Rich Birch — Yep.John Plake — And you can cut the data like by gender or by age. All of that live filtering is in the online platform. Rich Birch — Oh, that’s so good.John Plake — So if you’re the you’re the youth pastor and you’re like, well, wait, tell me about the young people that took the survey. You can just look right at them and compare them to the rest of the congregation, which I bet will be enlightening. But nevertheless, how many do you need if you’re a church of 1,000, it’s about 275.Rich Birch — Okay.John Plake — If it’s a smaller church than that, then you’re still going to need a pretty significant percentage. So if I roll that all the way down to a church of 100, you need 80.Rich Birch — Okay.John Plake — And if you roll that up to a church of 5,000, well, you don’t need that many more than 275.Rich Birch — Interesting.John Plake — So you’re going to report that out to you. It’s very, very doable. And, you know, I’ve pastored at large churches and I pastored a small church. And I’ll tell you, when I pastored a church of under 100, I could have gotten a census of the people, like everybody, to do a survey like this. They would have been glad to tell me these things. Rich Birch — Right.John Plake — And it’s not that I couldn’t have had a conversation one-on-one with most of the adults in the congregation. It was something different in that case. I actually didn’t know what to ask. I used to run into this when I was a campus pastor at a Christian university. And I would have young people walk into my office and I was like, I know I should be able to help them, but the challenge they’re facing is different than anything I’m familiar with. I don’t have any analog for this in my personal experience. And so this sort of takes the mystery away. We don’t ask fluffy questions. We ask research proven questions that are going to give you the information you really need so you can take action.Rich Birch — That’s amazing. That’s think this is such a great tool for people. I can see how, you know, it’d be so helpful for folks that are listening in to, you know, might be be able to plug in grab this experience for their people, help their church, help the folks that are attending. That’s, that’s incredible.Rich Birch — So, you know, you’ve picked an interesting vocation to be connected with the American Bible Society. And because, you know, this is such a critical and important part of developing people’s relationship, obviously, with Jesus; its core to all of it. And we have seen a long historical downward trend, and you’re pushing against that, which is amazing. But what gives you hope in the middle of all of that? What would it when you look at the church around you know, the country, where do you see flashes of just good things going on that are like, you know, when it comes to the relationship with scripture that even, you know, even when we see maybe the overall numbers are not as great as we want them to be, what are some kind of flashes of hope we should, that we could encourage folks with today?John Plake — Well, I’d like to maybe point to just three things that leap to mind. Rich Birch — Yep.John Plake — The first of them is I never talk to anybody in the church who says the Bible is a bad idea. Rich Birch — Sure.John Plake — Everybody likes the Bible. We’re all trying to figure out how to communicate its message better, to understand it more deeply. It’s transforming our lives, and we want to be able to share it with others. John Plake — And that’s great because, number two, there’s nothing that makes a bigger difference in somebody’s spiritual life than their relationship with the Bible. I mean, absolutely nothing. And I’m saying this as a researcher. I’ve tested it. I can’t find anything that makes a bigger difference. John Plake — In fact, when we looked at Christian college and university students, 60% of their overall spiritual health across lots of domains—beliefs, practice, putting faith into action, loving God, loving others, all these things, 60% of the variance in their spiritual health is solely accounted for by their relationship with the Bible.John Plake — So if we can help people have a dynamic relationship with scripture, we win. That’s all there is to it. It’s just that simple. And so that is really encouraging.John Plake — And then the third thing, ah the third thing is how I say this nicely? I'm I’m from Gen X and so to my Baby Boomer friends, I’m sorry, but you guys don’t have the influence that you once did.Rich Birch — Yeah, it’s true.John Plake — And that’s a good thing because there’s new openness among Millennials, and Gen Z and even younger Gen X um that we just don’t see among Baby Boomers. It’s like Baby Boomers made up their minds in the 60s and early 70s and said, this is what I believe and I’m not changing. And they haven’t. John Plake — That’s not to say that someone who’s a Baby Boomer can’t have a a spiritual experience and transformational experience. It does happen. But on the population level, like when we looked at the Bay Area of San Francisco, if you look at the scripture engagement, church engagement, love God, love others data in the Bay Area, it looks like what you’d expect, until you strip out the Baby Boomers. And then suddenly it looks better than every place else in America.John Plake — You’re like, what’s going on? Well, looks like all the unreconstructed hippies that moved to the Bay Area are actually holding a lid on the population numbers. And when you remove that and you go, oh, wait a minute, let me look under the headline and say what’s happening. There’s more going on than is easy to see. And I think this happens in big national trends.John Plake — Oh, is Scripture engagement up or down? Is you know church attendance up or down? Whats what’s going… big national trends. Yeah, okay, those are helpful, and we want those to change. But what’s changing first is below the fold. Things in Gen Z, things among Millennials, things in young men, those things are starting to change, and I think those are the first glimmerings that God is at work in a new way in America, and I can’t wait to see it.Rich Birch — Yeah, that’s that’s a great word. And that lines up with what we’re seeing, even just experientially talking to churches across the country. You know we’re so we’re seeing there is something going on with younger generations, which is great to see. I was I was born in 1974, the lowest birth rate year of the 20th century. I am classic Gen X. Like you know I am like statistic I’m the statistical average Gen X and has spent a lot of my time trying to hand stuff from the Boomers to the Millennials. And, yeah, there’s lots of encouraging news there, particularly with the younger generations. Rich Birch — I also want to speak to on the the work I’ve done in the church growth stuff that I’ve done and coaching I’ve done with churches, one of the things that’s just undeniable is churches that have a high view of scripture, that is, they’re trying to get people engaged with scripture. They they talk about it like it’s actually true. How do we say don’t know what’s the best way to talk about that? Those are the churches that are prevailing, and that actually works out statistically. You see that time and again. Talk to us about that dynamic, which is kind of co-related to the things we’re talking about today. From your perspective in the stats and all that, how how have you seen that work out as you’ve looked at churches across the country?John Plake — Yeah, I think you’re exactly right. The churches that are the healthiest in America, that are growing, that where where people are spiritually healthy, have a really dynamic relationship with Scripture. And it kind of it cuts across tradition. Rich Birch — Yep.John Plake — There are some traditional things going on. I was listening to Justin Brierley and his surprising Rebirth of Belief in God podcast, and it was from last season, and he he had someone on, he was interviewing, and what she was saying was there are the parts of the church that seem to be thriving are kind of the, the the older, the ancientness traditions, whether it’s Catholic or Orthodox, that what she called somewhat irreverently, the smells and bells side of of the church.Rich Birch — Sure, sure.John Plake — And on the other side, kind of my end of the swimming pool, I’m, from the Assemblies of God, so the Pentecostal and Charismatic side. And she said, what’s going on is that both ends of that spectrum are totalizing. John Plake — They’re saying, you know what, the the Bible places certain expectations and demands on people. Christ places certain expectations and demands on people. And these parts of the church aren’t sort of shy about talking about that from a biblical perspective. She said, what’s what’s dying is that part in the middle where we’ve reduced church to a PowerPoint and you know an Excel spreadsheet. And she said, that part of the church seems to be dying and no one’s coming to the funeral. Rich Birch — That’s good. John Plake — And I thought, you know okay, right?Rich Birch — Yeah. Yeah, that’s good.John Plake — So if we revitalize our relationship with God through scripture, there’s a next step for every church. It doesn’t matter what, you know whether you’re mainline or evangelical or, you know, Pentecostal or Orthodox or whatever it is, but but reviving our relationship with God through Scripture is really where it’s at.Rich Birch — That’s so good. i Yeah, I call that middle group the just because it rhymes doesn’t mean it’s true group. You know, like the, you know, were just like, it’s all my thoughts. No one wants to come and find us. They want to find God ultimately. Well, I don’t want to pick any fights with anybody that’s listening in, but I really appreciate today’s conversation, John. This has been great. So we want to send people to church.nextstep.bible.Rich Birch — The the promise of in two weeks, your church could have a comprehensive report on spiritual health, on where your church is, spiritual health is at, that’s a huge promise. And so again, this is go to church.nextstep.bible. Any kind of final words as we wrap up today’s episode?John Plake — You know, you might be familiar with Cally Parkinson. Cally was the co-author of all of the Reveal books, every single one of them. She was head of communications for the Willow Creek Association when they were running this. She’s probably had more conversations with pastors and church leaders about survey results like this than anybody I know, maybe than anybody alive. And Cally likes this so much. She said, John, I want to have a personal consultation with the first hundred churches that go through this.John Plake — And so if you want to be in that group, she’s going to offer to spend an hour with you and just walk through your results and help explain it. There are videos throughout the platform that will explain it as well. And you can’t beat talking to Cally. She loves pastors. She says you’re the salt of the earth. And she just really wants to serve you because the work that you do to save people is just so valuable to her. So anyway, just wanted to offer that. And I know you’d probably love to meet Cally.Rich Birch — Yeah, that’s fantastic. Well, appreciate you being here today. Thanks for the great work you do at the American Bible Society. John, appreciate you being on today. Thank you.John Plake — Thank you.

Jeff Malec kicks off “Chicago Month” on The Derivative with Chicago real estate powerhouse Tommy Choi of Weinberg Choi. Tommy lays out what really makes Chicago compelling as a place to live and invest—world-class food, underrated beaches, iconic bungalows, and relative affordability, while tackling the tough stuff around crime headlines, taxes, and politics. He breaks down post-pandemic migration, why inventory is so tight, how boomers with 2–3% mortgages and “Bank of Mom and Dad” shape the market, and why millennials are choosing flexibility and crypto over owning. Jeff and Tommy hit on stubbornly high rates, surging rents, condo special assessments, aging buildings, the limits of Loop office-to-resi conversions, and how AI and blockchain might (and might not) change the game. They wrap with a very Chicago detour into best burgers, dive bars, Wrigley in summer, and a few local hacks for seeing the city like a native. If you care about real estate as an asset class, Chicago as a case study in big-city risk and reward, or just want some elite burger intel, this one's for you.Chapters:00:00-01:00=Intro01:01–03:47 = Selling Chicago: Food, Beaches, Weather, Taxes, and Crime Headlines03:48–15:57 = Inventory Squeeze: Boomers, Millennials, Rates, and the Battle to Buy or Rent15:58–30:54 = Life as a Top Realtor: Relationships, Weekends, and the Business Behind the Billion30:55–43:32 = AI, Search, and the Future Home Hunt: How Tech Is Rewiring Real Estate43:33–59:19 = Commissions, Class Actions, and Blockchain: Cleaning Up the Real Estate Game59:20–1:07:10 =  The NAR Shake-Up1:07:11–1:22:19 =  Chicago Like a Local: Best Burgers, True Dive Bars, Wrigley, Cherry Blossoms, and City HacksFollow along with Tommy Choi on LinkedIn and X and be sure to check out his website at weinbergchoi.com!Don't forget to subscribe to⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Derivative⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, follow us on Twitter at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@rcmAlts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sign-up for our blog digest⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Disclaimer: This podcast is provided for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as legal, business, or tax advice. All opinions expressed by podcast participants are solely their own opinions and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of RCM Alternatives, their affiliates, or companies featured. Due to industry regulations, participants on this podcast are instructed not to make specific trade recommendations, nor reference past or potential profits. And listeners are reminded that managed futures, commodity trading, and other alternative investments are complex and carry a risk of substantial losses. As such, they are not suitable for all investors. For more information, visit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.rcmalternatives.com/disclaimer⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Starbucks launched Blended Refreshers… because it's obsessed with 4pm sales.Meta's spending $115M on a blue collar job training school… Plumbers & Welders wanted.Texas Tech's QB was allowed to gamble on his own games… Hello, Casino-conomy.Plus, Millennials are getting divorced in record numbers… Sleep Divorced #Snooooooore$SBUX $META $SNBRGrab your Tickets to the IPO Tour: Our In-Person OfferingSan Francisco 9/23: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1C0064AFB5F688BDBoston 10/14: https://tickets.citywinery.com/event/tboy-the-ipo-tour-in-person-offering-8cdhupSeattle 11/4 (21+): https://www.axs.com/events/1446394/the-best-one-yet-ticketsNEWSLETTER:https://tboypod.com/newsletter OUR 2ND SHOW:Want more business storytelling from us? Check our weekly deepdive show, The Best Idea Yet: The untold origin story of the products you're obsessed with. Listen for free to The Best Idea Yet: https://wondery.com/links/the-best-idea-yet/NEW LISTENERSFill out our 2 minute survey: https://qualtricsxm88y5r986q.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dp1FDYiJgt6lHy6GET ON THE POD: Submit a shoutout or fact: https://tboypod.com/shoutouts SOCIALS:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tboypod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tboypodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tboypod Linkedin (Nick): https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolas-martell/Linkedin (Jack): https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-crivici-kramer/Anything else: https://tboypod.com/ About Us: The daily pop-biz news show making today's top stories your business. Formerly known as Robinhood Snacks, The Best One Yet is hosted by Jack Crivici-Kramer & Nick Martell. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What song best defines the millennial generation?On this episode from our friends at All Songs Considered, NPR Music editors Hazel Cills and Sheldon Pearce join host Robin Hilton to weigh the options and attempt to pick the one song that best captures the Millennial experience, from the dizzying highs of the dot-com boom, when anything seemed possible, to the post-9-11 bust, the "hope and change" of the Obama years, and prolonged period of generational disillusionment.Want more on the culture of pop music?The D-List pop star purgatoryBad Bunny redefined what "America" meansSupport Public Media. Join NPR Plus.Follow Brittany on Instagram: @bmluseFor handpicked podcast recommendations every week, subscribe to NPR's Pod Club newsletter at npr.org/podclub.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

What if the best hire you could make is someone who has already left you?In this episode of the Build a Vibrant Culture Podcast, Nicole Greer sits down with Lee Caraher, CEO of Double Forte and author of "The Boomerang Principle," to explore why rehiring former employees is one of the most undervalued strategies in business today.This conversation dives into key topics like employee loyalty, work culture, organizational culture, leadership and business strategy, team communication, and what it really means to build a place people want to come back to.In this episode, you'll learn:Why loyalty is no longer defined by tenure (and what it really means today)How the "boomerang" approach to rehiring reduces onboarding time and boosts retentionWhat the Oprah Effect has to do with how employees think about their careersWhy the worst behavior you allow is the culture you createHow to build core values that go beyond posters on the wallPractical strategies for leading younger generations without losing your best peopleThis episode is for leaders, managers, business owners, and professionals who want to improve communication, strengthen organizational culture, and build teams that stay, grow, and come back.About Lee CaraherLee Caraher is the CEO of Double Forte, a national communications agency, and the author of two books: "Millennials and Management" and "The Boomerang Principle." She is a communication strategist known for her practical, straight-talking approach to leadership, culture, and team performance. Find Lee at: https://double-forte.com and https://leecaraher.comThe Build a Vibrant Culture Podcast helps leaders improve work culture, communication, and business performance through real-world leadership strategies and practical insights. Click here to view the episode transcript. Learn more about training, coaching, and courses at https://vibrantculture.comConnect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/build-a-vibrant-culture-nicole-greer/For speaking inquiries: https://vibrantculture.com/speaker-kit-request/Download our training catalog: https://vibrantculture.com/catalog-request/Want to be a guest? Send your request to podcast@vibrantculture.com

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Teachers in Transition, Vanessa explores how the books we loved when we were young helped shape what we notice, value, question, and carry into adulthood AND how our own stories  can help us write a better resume.From Erma Bombeck and Agatha Christie's Miss Marple to Nancy Drew, The Boxcar Children, Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, The Hunger Games, Divergent, and more, this episode looks at the “childhood bookshelf” as more than nostalgia. Those early stories may have taught us how to solve problems, recognize patterns, seek belonging, survive broken systems, resist being reduced to one role, and remember who we were before burnout took over.Vanessa also talks about reading with children and teens, the difference between censorship and conversation, and why the books young people choose can give us clues about what they are trying to understand.In the Career Transition and Job Search segment, Vanessa moves into resume basics for teachers leaving the classroom. She explains why a modern resume is not your whole life story, why skills should be shown through evidence-rich bullet points instead of a disconnected skills section, and how teachers can begin turning real classroom stories into quantifiable resume accomplishments.You'll also hear about the “Everything Resume” — a master resume template that holds your stories, accomplishments, projects, leadership roles, certifications, data stories, communication wins, and more — so you have raw material ready when it is time to tailor a resume for a specific job posting.Episode highlights:Why childhood books may still hold clues about who we areHow Gen X, Millennial, and Gen Z reading experiences shaped different kinds of courageWhy “stories matter” does not mean censorship is the answerHow rereading old favorites can help reconnect us with ourselvesWhy teachers need targeted resumes, not one perfect resume for every jobHow to turn teaching stories into resume bullet pointsWhy quantifiable resume metrics matterWhat an Everything Resume is and why teachers should build oneHow SCOUT helps Vanessa's clients explore career direction and translate teaching experienceMentioned in this episode:Erma Bombeck — Aunt Erma's Cope Book and other humor collections Carolyn Keene — Nancy Drew series Franklin W. Dixon — The Hardy Boys series Agatha Christie — Miss Marple mysteries Robert B. Parker — Spenser novels Gertrude Chandler Warner — The Boxcar Children series Ann M. Martin — The Baby-Sitters Club series Francine Pascal — Sweet Valley High series O. T. Nelson — The Girl Who Owned a City Roald Dahl — Matilda J. K. Rowling — Harry Potter series Rick Riordan — Percy Jackson and the Olympians series; Tres Navarre mysteries, including Big Red Tequila Stephenie Meyer — Twilight series Suzanne Collins — The Hunger Games series Veronica Roth — Divergent series James Dashner — The Maze Runner series Pittacus Lore — I Am Number Four / Lorien Legacies series Diana Gabaldon — Outlander series Kurt Vonnegut — Mother NightIf this episode made you think of a book Vanessa forgot, come join the conversation and tell her. If this podcast supports you, encourages you, or helps you feel a little less alone in the transition process, please follow or subscribe, leave a review, or share the episode with a teacher friend who needs perspective, hope, and maybe a few more books.Learn more about Vanessa's programs, workshops, and coaching options at https://TeachersinTransition.com  Support the PodcastIf you enjoy this scrappy little indie podcast, please consider:sharing the episode with a teacher friendleaving a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotifysupporting the show financially starting at just $3/month Support Teachers in Transition  Connect with Vanessa Jackson

The consulting company Deloitte just released a report which noted that more than half of Gen Z and Millennials are putting off major life decisions because of their finances. But, this isn't a new phenomenon - it seems that every week there is another story on how Gen Z are worried about their future financial affairs…Joining Ciara to discuss this is Sinead Ryan, Presenter of the Home Show on Newstalk and Consumer Columnist with the Irish Independent.

In deze aflevering van Generatie Vrouw gaat het over loslaten - van controle, van verwachtingen en soms ook van de mensen van wie je houdt. Roos vertelt openhartig over het ophalen van de as van haar vader, een ervaring die zowel bizar als absurd aanvoelde. Eva merkt steeds vaker dat haar moeder ouder wordt en vraagt zich af waarom sommige momenten je ineens zo hard kunnen raken, terwijl Noraly vertelt hoe familieleden op hun eigen manier omgaan met afscheid en herinneringen. Ondertussen gaat het ook over de rolverdeling binnen vriendschappen en gezinnen: wat gebeurt er als je altijd degene bent die alles regelt, initiatief neemt en de leiding pakt? Kun je die dynamiek eigenlijk nog veranderen, en gebeurt er dan überhaupt nog iets als je besluit de controle los te laten? Er is ook ruimte voor luchtigheid: van een verkeersruzie waardoor Eva volledig van haar apropos was tot Noraly’s boete van 300 euro door een verkeerd ingevuld kenteken én haar nieuwste internet crush die misschien toch niet helemaal echt blijkt te zijn. Hoe dit kan? Je hoort het in de nieuwe aflevering van Generatie Vrouw.Support the show: https://libelle.nl/generatievrouwSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us Fan MailOn today's show we cover lots of questions including…What are our thoughts on Herbal Face Food brand?Can eye creams make skin sensitive to the sun?Do we have recommendations for reducing C-section scars?Have we ever looked at the brand Timeless?What do Silymarin and Aminopropyl Ascorbyl Phosphate do for skin? Beauty NewsScience of scam?Boomer skincare vs MillennialsQuestion linksHerbal face foodAuthentic EgoApproximate timestamps0:00 - Intro1:00 - Chit chat3:45 - Listener feedback8:00 - Does Perry believe anything works?12:05 - Beauty News - science or scam18:20 - Millennials vs Boomer skincare advice25:50 - Herbal Face food32:20 - Eye creams and the sun37:35 - C-section scar treatment42:45 - Timless brand45:35 - Silymarin and Aminopropyl Ascorbyl Phosphate51:10 - EndingFive Ways to Ask a question -1. Send us a message through Patreon!2. You can record your question on your smart phone and email to thebeautybrains@gmail.com3. Send it to us via social media (see links below)4. Submit it through the following form - Ask a question5. Leave a voice mail message: 872-216-1856Social media accountson Instagram we're at thebeautybrains2018on Twitter, we're thebeautybrainsOn Bluesky we're at thebeautybrainsOn Youtube we are at thebeautybrains2018And we have a Facebook pageValerie's ingredient company - Simply IngredientsPerry's other website - Chemists CornerFollow the  Porch Kitty Krew instagram accountSupport the show

There's a difference between surviving the turbulence of life and doing the internal work of transition. Rachel Lobdell is a journalist, mother, and nonprofit executive, approaching 40 with a generational lens on what midlife really looks like for millennials. She makes the case that her generation has been in continuous transition since adulthood began, which may be why their forties feel less like crisis and more like relief. We talk about the inherited blueprint and what happens when it stops fitting, the question of where identity actually lives, and why the hardest work of midlife might be sorting out what you've genuinely worked through from what you've just outrun.Guest Bio Rachel Lobdell is the executive director of News Creator Corps, a nonprofit focused on fighting misinformation. She has nearly two decades of media experience focused on digital transformation, innovation, and audience growth at some of the country's largest publishers including USA Today, Fortune, VICE, the Wall Street Journal, and a series of local newspapers. Born and raised in the Midwest, she has Masters and Bachelors degrees from the Missouri School of Journalism. She now resides in Brooklyn with her husband and son.Turning 40 and rethinking the Millennial midlife crisisThis week on The Big Four Oh Podcast, host Stephanie McLaughlin sits down with Rachel Lobdell, who shares her candid journey through the unpredictable terrain of early midlife. Rachel opens up about the messy, beautiful process of redefining success, balancing multiple identities, and finding peace amid the chaos of millennial adulthood. As she approaches her 40th birthday, Rachel reflects on career pivots, delayed milestones, and the ongoing quest to build a life on her own terms.Episode Highlights:Rachel's early days in journalism, the influence of a pivotal mentor, and her leap into founding the News Creator Core nonprofit.How parenthood reshaped her views on community, information, and the value of trusted networks.The unique turbulence millennials face, economic instability, delayed homeownership, and constant career transitions, and how these challenges fuel self-reflection and adaptation.The generational shift from chasing excitement at midlife to seeking inner peace and stability.Navigating parenting later in life, the new realities of the sandwich generation, and evolving family dynamics.Letting go of inherited blueprints and building a more authentic, realistic life that aligns with personal values.Rachel and Stephanie dive deep into the uniquely millennial experience of adulthood, exploring how constant change prompts introspection and a reimagining of what it means to thrive at midlife. Rachel's story is a great reminder that resilience, intentionality, and meaning can be found in both personal and professional reinvention.If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to rate, follow, and share The Big Four Oh Podcast.Guest ResourcesConnect with Rachel on InstagramAre you stuck in people-pleasing mode?Download Stephanie's People Pleasing Playbook to understand where it comes from, how it's showing up, and what it's costing you. www.thebigfouroh.com/peoplepleaserConnectTheBigFourOh.comTBFO on InstagramTBFO on FacebookGet the Email DigestListen, Rate & SubscribeYouTube PodcastsApple Podcasts SpotifyAmazon PodcastsSponsorThe Big Four Oh Podcast is produced and presented by Savoir Faire Marketing/Communications

Scott Kerr sits down with Simon Kneen, brand president and creative force at custom menswear clothier J.Hilburn. Over the course of his career at places like Brooks Brothers, Banana Republic, and French fashion house Balmain, Simon has helped shape some of the most recognizable names in apparel. He explains why men have shifted their desire towards better fit apparel and intentional dressing, what he learned from repositioning Brooks Brothers and how his Banana Republic x Mad Men collaboration set a benchmark for TV‑to‑retail capsules. Simon also discusses how J.Hilburn blends atelier‑level product with a direct, stylist‑driven distribution model, why its stylists think like hoteliers, and what differentiates good, better, and exceptional materials in real life. Plus: How social meida platforms now function as each man's “personal magazine."Featuring: Simon Kneen, Brand President at J.Hilburn (jhilburn.com)Host: Scott Kerr, Founder & President of Silvertone ConsultingAbout: The Luxury Item is the leading podcast on the business of luxury, and an important resource for global industry decision makers who want to stay one step ahead. Listen to insightful conversations with leaders of the world's most influential luxury brands as they share the latest trends, insights, and strategies that are helping them forge a strong path forward.Let me know what you think of the show. Email me at scott@silvertoneconsulting.comListen and subscribe to The Luxury Item wherever you get your podcasts. Tell a friend or a colleague!

This episode is for millennials (or anyone!) wondering (*cue Billie Eilish*) What Was I Made For? We're discussing hitting the point in your life where you start assessing/reflecting/questioning, and why millennials are being hit so hard with this. We talk about the state of the world, the work force, the revolt against Girl Bossing, the “caregiving squeeze,” and why it can be so painful to not have the partner and/or family you had hoped for. BUT it's not a doomsday discussion – we talk about how to live your best life even if it's not the one you envisioned and share all the ways our listeners are handling their midlife crises from mahjong to Marlboros. Before we get into the discussion, we talk about Rayna moving to New York, how Ashley is feeling, and share all our thoughts on life in LA vs. NYC. Enjoy! Follow us on Instagram @girlsgottaeatpodcast, Ashley @ashhess, and Rayna @rayna.greenberg. Visit girlsgottaeat.com for more. Thank you to our partners this week: Liquid IV: Get 20% off your first order at https://liquidiv.com with code GGE. Aura Frames: Get $35 off select frames at https://auraframes.com with code GGE. FP Movement: Go to http://fpmovement.com/ to shop their full line of activewear and workout gear. WhatNot: Download the app and score amazing deals plus free shipping on your first order. NOCD: If you're struggling with OCD book a free 15-minute call at https://learn.nocd.com/gge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Erin McGoff shares the simple word shifts that will supercharge your confidence and improve your image at work.— YOU'LL LEARN — 1) How to get a raise with just a few words 2) How to set boundaries like a pro3) The one phrase to stop using at workSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1159 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT ERIN — Erin McGoff is an award-winning filmmaker and content creator—known as the “internet's big sister” through her AdviceWithErin branding. McGoff has built a significant online presence with millions of followers, delivering candid career and life advice for Gen Z and Millennials. She received a Pulitzer Fellowship in 2017 and was named a Forbes 30 Under 30 recipient in 2025. Her impact has been recognized by publications like The New York Times, Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, Business Insider, and others, and she is currently a contributor to CNBC. Her New York Times bestselling book, THE SECRET LANGUAGE OF WORK, is on sale now.• App: StupidFish• Book: The Secret Language of Work: Hyper-Helpful Scripts for Every Situation• Instagram: @advicewitherin• Newsletter: HyperHelpful.com— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Tool: Cowork• Book: Never Split the Difference: Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It by Chriss Voss and Tahl Raz• Book: What Happened to You?: Conversations on Trauma, Resilience, and Healing by Oprah Winfrey and Bruce D. Perry, M.D.• Past episode: 311: Communication Secrets from FBI Kidnapping Negotiator Chris Voss• Past episode: 357: The Six Morning Habits of High Performers with Hal Elrod— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Shopify. Sign up for your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/awesomepodSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Are you missing Screentest? Well 1/2 of the is hosting a new podcast called Only Child Bros! Check out discussions on topics like the best fast food chains, the greatest songs of the 1970s, cryptids, and much more as a Millennial and a Gen Z get together to discuss and debate the topics that are the most important in this world.

Join us as we study the Millennial Kingdom 1,000 year reign of Christ on Earth, and the Great White Throne Judgement of unsaved unbelievers who are judged for salvation on the basis of their works.

The joy that is Christ's now is promised to us in the kingdom, and since it is promised to us in the kingdom, it can be ours now.

Gen Z and Millennials are paying big bucks to join exclusive board game clubs in New York City to play... chess and backgammon and stuff. It's like hipsters with vinyl all over again. Watch the podcast episodes on YouTube and all major podcast hosts including Spotify. CLOWNFISH TV is an independent, opinionated news and commentary podcast that covers Entertainment and Tech from a consumer's point of view. We talk about Gaming, Comics, Anime, TV, Movies, Animation and more. Hosted by Kneon and Geeky Sparkles. Get more news, views and reviews on Clownfish TV News - https://more.clownfishtv.com/ On YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ClownfishTV On Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4Tu83D1NcCmh7K1zHIedvg On Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/clownfish-tv-audio-edition/id1726838629 MORE CLOWNFISH TV - Official Merch Store: http://ClownfishMinus.com Facebook - https://facebook.com/ClownfishTV X - https://x.com/ClownfishTVcom Clownfish TV subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/ClownfishTVOfficial/ Disclaimer: This series is produced by Clownfish Studios and WebReef Media, and is part of ClownfishTV.com. Opinions expressed by our contributors do not necessarily reflect the views of our guests, affiliates, sponsors, or advertisers. ClownfishTV.com is an unofficial news source and has no connection to any company that we may cover. This channel and website and the content made available through this site are for educational, entertainment and informational purposes only. These so-called “fair uses” are permitted even if the use of the work would otherwise be infringing. #Podcast #Commentary #News #Reaction #Gaming #Comedy #Entertainment #Hollywood #PopCulture #Tech #Anime #FYP Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In Episode 55 of How to Get Ahead with Millennial Life Coaches, host Tanya Lleigh sits down with special guest Kelli Sedwick-Drummond, Owner and Life Transition Coach at KJSD Coaching, for a powerful conversation about rebuilding your life through divorce, job loss, caregiving, empty nesting, identity shifts, and other major transitions.Kelli shares how her own experience navigating a difficult divorce led her to become the support she wished she had during one of the hardest seasons of her life. Together, Tanya and Kelli explore why life transitions can shake our identity, how values can help us find clarity, and why the right support at the right time can save stress, time, and emotional energy.This episode is for anyone asking: Who am I now? What do I really want? How do I move forward when life no longer looks the way I expected?Learn more about Kelli and KJSD Coaching:www.kjsdcoach.comBook a free clarity session with Kelli:https://scheduler.zoom.us/kelli-sedwick-drummond/free-clarity-sessionLearn more about Millennial Life Coaches:https://millenniallifecoaches.com/#MillennialLifeCoaches #LifeTransitionCoach #HowToGetAheadPodcast #divorce

Seventy-three percent of new vacation ownership purchases now come from Gen Z and millennials. That changes the pitch, product strategy, and member experience conversation for every company in vacation ownership. During ARDA Spring Conference, I spoke with Gordon Gurnik, COO of Hilton Grand Vacations, about younger buyers, points-based flexibility, AI, and the experiences HGV builds around ownership.

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On this week's episode of the SheerLuxe Podcast, Billie is joined by Lu and Natalie – who's flown in from Sydney – for a wide-ranging chat covering everything from Millennial yearning to airport etiquette. The trio dive into the romantic escapism of new teen drama ‘Off Campus', discussing why uncomplicated, flirty love stories are striking such a chord right now, before turning to the true cost of being a woman in summer – from beauty maintenance admin to the pressure of curating an entirely new holiday wardrobe.They also share their latest fashion and beauty finds, debate Dua Lipa's town hall wedding look and swap notes on London's best restaurants. Plus, there's a thoughtful conversation about fertility, egg freezing and why we need to be talking about women's health far earlier.Finally, they tackle your dilemmas: from baby-content unfollows to how early is too early to get to the airport. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode.Get SheerLuxe Straight To Your Inbox, Daily | http://sheerluxe.com/signup PANELBillie Bhatia | @billie_bhatia | https://www.instagram.com/billie_bhatia/ Miu Miu Riviere Sandals | https://go.shopmy.us/p-62597906 Astrid & Miyu Carnaby Story Chain | https://go.shopmy.us/p-62597990 Lu Hough | @lu.hough | https://www.instagram.com/lu.hough/ Cos Tank Top | https://go.shopmy.us/p-62598251 Massimo Dutti Jeans (Similar) | https://go.shopmy.us/p-62598286 White Zara Leather Ballerinas with Bow | https://go.shopmy.us/p-62598349 Natalie Chassay | @nataliechassay | https://www.instagram.com/nataliechassay/ Arket Soft Leather Loafers | https://go.shopmy.us/p-62598362 Uniqlo Linen Cotton Trousers | https://go.shopmy.us/p-62598421 THINGS WE LOVEImpala | https://impalasoho.com/ Zara Home Striped Trousers | https://go.shopmy.us/p-62598492 Toteme Wide Leg Trousers | https://go.shopmy.us/p-62598512 Zara Swimsuit With Wide Straps | https://go.shopmy.us/p-62598553 Fara Homidi Essential Lip Compact | https://go.shopmy.us/p-62598562 Hourglass Unlocked Soft Matte Lipstick (Sparrow) | https://go.shopmy.us/p-62598608 VIOLETTE_FR Bisou Balm | https://go.shopmy.us/p-62602301 Sunday Riley Auto Correct Brightening and Depuffing Eye Contour Cream | https://go.shopmy.us/p-62598691 Mother SPF Tinted Base SPF 50 | https://go.shopmy.us/p-62598737 Medik8 Exo-PDRN Prismatic+ | https://go.shopmy.us/p-62598759 Biossance 100% Squalane Oil | https://go.shopmy.us/p-62598776

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In today's episode of Scaling UP! H2O, host Trace Blackmore sits down with workplace resilience expert and U.S. Marine veteran Tiffany Wentz‑Root to decode how different generations show up in the industrial water treatment industry. From the Silent Generation's post‑war loyalties through Baby Boomers' commitment to long hours, Gen X's distrust of corporate loyalty, Millennials' desire for purpose and feedback, and Gen Z's demand for emotional literacy, the conversation illustrates how each cohort was shaped by historical and technological upheaval. The discussion reframes "hustle culture" and argues that a focus on mental health and values alignment can increase retention and performance. Generations and the events that shaped them Tiffany explains that generations are roughly 20–30 year cohorts defined by shared formative experiences. The Silent Generation (1928‑45) endured the Great Depression and World War II; Baby Boomers (1946‑64) were taught loyalty and stability; Gen X (1965‑80) witnessed mass layoffs and became fiercely independent; Millennials (1981‑96) were helicopter parented and accustomed to participation trophies; and Gen Z (1997‑2012) grew up online, socializing via games and apps and weathering school shootings and a pandemic. These histories explain why Baby Boomers and Gen X equate "hard work" with hours logged, whereas Millennials and Gen Z measure effort by pride, alignment and emotional impact. Gen Z's exposure to constant online crises makes them the "anxious and afraid generation" with record rates of anxiety and depression, highlighting the need for supportive leadership.   Hustle culture versus emotional literacy The conversation challenges the idea that toughness equals success. Wentz‑Root stresses that leaders must "stop prizing strength" and recognize that feeling and processing emotions is hard work. She advocates for environments where people can bring their whole selves to work rather than suppressing feelings in order to conform to traditional hustle culture. She notes that Gen Z sees phone calls as "prehistoric" and prefers to communicate via apps like Snapchat or Discord, so older professionals should adapt their communication style—using fewer capital letters, punctuation and more emojis or GIFs—to avoid appearing angry or dismissive. For water treatment companies seeking to recruit young professionals, she urges them to articulate company values and support mental health, because Gen Z will leave if work doesn't align with their skills or passions. Practical strategies for leaders and organizations To bridge the generational divide, Wentz‑Root proposes creating a "social contract": a collaboratively defined set of values, behaviors and communication norms that are revisited regularly. Such agreements encourage teams to discuss how they prefer to give and receive feedback, when to use Slack versus meetings, and what good work looks like across ages. She also recommends structured cross‑mentorship, matching senior employees who are nearing retirement with junior colleagues based on skills rather than age, so institutional knowledge isn't lost. She cautions against judging younger staff as entitled or weak; rather, leaders should ask why behaviors exist and treat differences as strengths. Lastly, she reminds Baby Boomers and Gen Xers that sharing decades of hard‑earned experience with Gen Z isn't charity—it's how you build a legacy and ensure the industry thrives. For water‑treatment professionals, recognizing that "different doesn't mean wrong" can unlock better collaboration, innovation and resilience. By replacing judgment with curiosity, establishing social contracts and mentorship programs, and adapting communication to younger workers, leaders can turn generational tension into an asset. Listen to the full conversation above. Explore related episodes below. Stay engaged, keep learning, and continue scaling up your knowledge! Timestamps 02:32 — Trace Blackmore introduces the episode and sets the context: exploring generational dynamics in the industrial water treatment community 09:20 — Tiffany Wentz‑Root introduces herself as a Marine Corps veteran and therapist who helps corporations improve communication, empathy and resilience. 15:07 — Definition of a "generation" and how cohort boundaries from Silent Generation to Gen Alpha are defined 18:06 — Examination of how Baby Boomers were taught loyalty and work stability, Gen X learned independence after witnessing mass layoffs, and Millennials received participation trophies and craved feedback 00:24:33 — Wentz‑Root calls for leaders to stop equating strength with suppressing emotion; feeling and processing emotions is difficult work 25:02 — Gen Z is described as the anxious and afraid generation with record levels of anxiety, depression and suicide, shaped by school shootings and constant online news 27:03 — Contrasting COVID experiences: Trace led a team through uncertainty, while Tiffany's son saw the lockdown as "awesome" because he stayed home playing games. 28:41 — Discussion of how Gen Z socializes through apps like Snapchat, Discord and Steam; texting is archaic and phone calls are "prehistoric" 32:09 — Panel reflections: Baby Boomers and Gen X define hard work by hours worked, Millennials by pride in results, and Gen Z by alignment with skills and passions 33:37 — Tiffany emphasizes that "different doesn't mean wrong," urging listeners to see younger workers' needs as strengths 40:26 — Introduction of social contracts: teams co‑create values, behaviors and communication norms to bridge generational expectations 42:42 — The role of cross‑generational mentorship; match people by skill and career stage, not age, and leverage Gen Z's expertise with tech and communication platforms 01:13:26 — Trace's closing reflections: in male‑dominated, hustle‑driven industries, ignoring emotions isn't sustainable; sharing knowledge now ensures a legacy and a thriving future   Quotes "We need to stop prizing strength first and foremost. We need to understand that emotions are very difficult to face. To feel your feelings, to name them, to process them—that's hard" "When I asked, 'What's your definition of hard work?' the baby boomer said, 'I put in a lot of hours.' Gen X said, 'I put in a lot of hours.' Millennials said, 'I get the job done and I'm proud of it.' Gen Z said, 'It's when the work that I've done aligns with my skills and my passions, and I feel good about what I did'" "Judgment kills curiosity … When I see someone of a different generation with a different way of communicating, I automatically go, 'That's bad, that's weird.' Instead, I want you to step into curiosity and say, 'Why would they do that? What happened in their life that shaped them to be this person?'"   Connect with Tiffany Wentz-Root Phone: (425) 359-5088 Email: tiffany@resilientroots.com Website: resilientroots.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiffanywentz-root/    Guest Resources Mentioned  Generational Diversity Outline  Bridging the Gap: Navigating Generational Diversity at Work 17776: What football will look like in the future by Jon Bois Pity the Reader: On Writing with Style (Paperback) by Kurt Vonnegut (Author), Suzanne McConnell (Author) Washington's Farewell: The Founding Father's Warning to Future Generations by John Avlon   Scaling UP! H2O Resources Mentioned  AWT (Association of Water Technologies)  Scaling UP! H2O Academy video courses  Submit a Show Idea  The Rising Tide Mastermind    Words of Water with James McDonald Today's definition is an ion with a net negative charge, formed when an atom or molecule gains one or more electrons. Examples include bicarbonate, chloride, and sulfate. Can you guess the word or phrase?   2026 Events for Water Professionals  Check out our Scaling UP! H2O Events Calendar where we've listed every event Water Treaters should be aware of by clicking HERE.   

Chandler Levack is another of the current class of talented Candian ladies directing fresh, original cinema. Her latest is MILE END KICKS (starring Barbie Ferreira)…and, at the same moment, ROOMMATES, a Happy Madison film starring Sadie Sandler. And she memorably broke onto screen with festival darling I LIKE MOVIES. She joins Jordan to give us a fresh look at our show's most relatable multi-hyphenate, Greta Gerwig. Chandler tells stories inspired by the desire to revisit her own history, and the result (like FRANCES HA or LADYBIRD for Gerwig) is somehow universally relatable.  Then, Jordan has one quick thing about a little movie that could called Blind Cop 2 (read her feature about it from The Action Desk!) Help support this show and unlock bonus content! Become a member at https://maximumfun.org/joinfeelingseen Feeling Seen is hosted by Jordan Crucchiola and is a production of Maximum Fun. You can watch video editions of our new episodes on our YouTube Channel!Need more Feeling Seen? Keep up with the show on Instagram and Bluesky.

The Millennial Kingdom: Christ's Glorious Reign Upon the Earth Beloved reader, imagine a world where righteousness flows like a mighty river, where peace blankets every nation, where creation itself bursts forth in renewed splendor, and where the Lord Jesus Christ reigns visibly and personally from Jerusalem upon the throne of David. The Scriptures unveil this magnificent future age in vivid detail—a thousand-year period of unparalleled blessing, justice, and prosperity under the sovereign rule of the King of kings. Let us open the King James Version together and allow the Holy Spirit to illuminate these precious truths. As we journey through God's Word, may our hearts be stirred with hope and holy expectation. The Foundation: Satan Bound and the Saints Raised The Apostle John, exiled on the Isle of Patmos, received the climactic vision of this kingdom in the Book of Revelation. Hear the very words of Scripture: “And I saw an angel come down from heaven, having the key of the bottomless pit and a great chain in his hand. And he laid hold on the dragon, that old serpent, which is the Devil, and Satan, and bound him a thousand years, And cast him into the bottomless pit, and shut him up, and set a seal upon him, that he should deceive the nations no more, till the thousand years should be fulfilled: and after that he must be loosed a little season. And I saw thrones, and they sat upon them, and judgment was given unto them: and I saw the souls of them that were beheaded for the witness of Jesus, and for the word of God, and which had not worshipped the beast, neither his image, neither had received his mark upon their foreheads, or in their hands; and they lived and reigned with Christ a thousand years. But the rest of the dead lived not again until the thousand years were finished. This is the first resurrection. Blessed and holy is he that hath part in the first resurrection: on such the second death hath no power, but they shall be priests of God and of Christ, and shall reign with him a thousand years.” (Revelation 20:1-6, KJV) With Satan bound and sealed in the bottomless pit, deception and demonic influence are dramatically curtailed. The Prince of Peace can now establish His rule without the constant sabotage of the adversary. At the same time, the faithful—particularly those who endured great tribulation—are raised in the first resurrection to share in Christ's government. This is no vague spiritual kingdom; it is a literal, earthly reign following the glorious return of Christ described in Revelation 19. The King and His Throne: Fulfillment of Ancient Covenants At the center of this kingdom stands the Lord Jesus Christ, fulfilling every promise made to the fathers. The Davidic Covenant is realized in full: “And thine house and thy kingdom shall be established for ever before thee: thy throne shall be established for ever.” (2 Samuel 7:16, KJV) The angel Gabriel declared to Mary: “He shall be great, and shall be called the Son of the Highest: and the Lord God shall give unto him the throne of his father David: And he shall reign over the house of Jacob for ever; and of his kingdom there shall be no end.” (Luke 1:32-33, KJV) Isaiah foresaw the government resting upon His shoulders: “For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace. Of the increase of his government and peace there shall be no end, upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom, to order it, and to establish it with judgment and with justice from henceforth even for ever. The zeal of the LORD of hosts will perform this.” (Isaiah 9:6-7, KJV) Daniel beheld the Son of Man receiving universal dominion: “I saw in the night visions, and, behold, one like the Son of man came with the clouds of heaven, and came to the Ancient of days, and they brought him near before him. And there was given him dominion, and glory, and a kingdom, that all people, nations, and languages, should serve him: his dominion is an everlasting dominion, which shall not pass away, and his kingdom that which shall not be destroyed.” (Daniel 7:13-14, KJV) Zechariah proclaimed: “And the LORD shall be king over all the earth: in that day shall there be one LORD, and his name one.” (Zechariah 14:9, KJV) Jerusalem will be exalted, the nations will stream to it, and the glory of the Lord will fill the earth. Righteousness, Peace, and the Transformation of Creation Under this righteous King, injustice will vanish. Isaiah describes His perfect judgment: “And there shall come forth a rod out of the stem of Jesse, and a Branch shall grow out of his roots: And the spirit of the LORD shall rest upon him, the spirit of wisdom and understanding, the spirit of counsel and might, the spirit of knowledge and of the fear of the LORD; And shall make him of quick understanding in the fear of the LORD: and he shall not judge after the sight of his eyes, neither reprove after the hearing of his ears: But with righteousness shall he judge the poor, and reprove with equity for the meek of the earth: and he shall smite the earth with the rod of his mouth, and with the breath of his lips shall he slay the wicked. And righteousness shall be the girdle of his loins, and faithfulness the girdle of his reins.” (Isaiah 11:1-5, KJV) The animal kingdom will be reconciled: “The wolf also shall dwell with the lamb, and the leopard shall lie down with the kid; and the calf and the young lion and the fatling together; and a little child shall lead them. And the cow and the bear shall feed; their young ones shall lie down together: and the lion shall eat straw like the ox. And the sucking child shall play on the hole of the asp, and the weaned child shall put his hand on the cockatrice' den. They shall not hurt nor destroy in all my holy mountain: for the earth shall be full of the knowledge of the LORD, as the waters cover the sea.” (Isaiah 11:6-9, KJV) War will cease forever: “And he shall judge among the nations, and shall rebuke many people: and they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruninghooks: nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more.” (Isaiah 2:4, KJV) A Time of Extraordinary Economic Prosperity and Blessings This kingdom will overflow with economic prosperity and material blessings such as the world has never known. The curse upon the ground will be lifted in large measure, and the earth will yield her increase abundantly. Listen to the prophet Amos: “Behold, the days come, saith the LORD, that the plowman shall overtake the reaper, and the treader of grapes him that soweth seed; and the mountains shall drop sweet wine, and all the hills shall melt. And I will bring again the captivity of my people of Israel, and they shall build the waste cities, and inhabit them; and they shall plant vineyards, and drink the wine thereof; they shall also make gardens, and eat the fruit of them. And I will plant them upon their land, and they shall no more be pulled up out of their land which I have given them, saith the LORD thy God.” (Amos 9:13-15, KJV) Joel echoes this abundance: “And it shall come to pass in that day, that the mountains shall drop down new wine, and the hills shall flow with milk, and all the rivers of Judah shall flow with waters, and a fountain shall come forth of the house of the LORD, and shall water the valley of Shittim.” (Joel 3:18, KJV) Isaiah 35 paints a picture of highways of holiness, blossoming deserts, and rejoicing: “The wilderness and the solitary place shall be glad for them; and the desert shall rejoice, and blossom as the rose. It shall blossom abundantly, and rejoice even with joy and singing: the glory of Lebanon shall be given unto it, the excellency of Carmel and Sharon, they shall see the glory of the LORD, and the excellency of our God.” (Isaiah 35:1-2, KJV) The lame shall leap, the blind shall see, and sorrow and sighing shall flee away. Ezekiel foretells multiplied harvests and restored cities for Israel: “And I will multiply the fruit of the tree, and the increase of the field, that ye shall receive no more reproach of famine among the heathen.” (Ezekiel 36:30, KJV) Homes will be built, vineyards planted, and families will enjoy the work of their hands without fear of loss. Commerce will flourish under just laws, with no exploitation or poverty for those who walk in obedience. The knowledge of the Lord and His righteous rule will produce a global economy of blessing, where “every man shall sit under his vine and under his fig tree; and none shall make them afraid.” (Micah 4:4, KJV) This is not socialism or forced equality, but divine prosperity flowing from the presence of the King. We Shall Rule and Reign with Christ One of the most astonishing privileges of this kingdom is that believers—those raised in the first resurrection—will rule and reign with Christ. The Scriptures are clear and repeated on this point. Revelation 20:6 declares that the resurrected saints “shall be priests of God and of Christ, and shall reign with him a thousand years.” Revelation 5:10 adds: “And hast made us unto our God kings and priests: and we shall reign on the earth.” (Revelation 5:10, KJV) Paul encouraged Timothy: “If we suffer, we shall also reign with him: if we deny him, he also will deny us.” (2 Timothy 2:12, KJV) Jesus Himself promised the apostles: “Verily I say unto you, That ye which have followed me, in the regeneration when the Son of man shall sit in the throne of his glory, ye also shall sit upon twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.” (Matthew 19:28, KJV) In the Parable of the Pounds, the faithful servants are rewarded with authority over cities: “And he said unto him, Well, thou good servant: because thou hast been faithful in a very little, have thou authority over ten cities.” (Luke 19:17, KJV) The Apostle Paul further declares: “Do ye not know that the saints shall judge the world? … Know ye not that we shall judge angels? how much more things that pertain to this life?” (1 Corinthians 6:2-3, KJV) Resurrected believers will serve as co-regents, administering justice, overseeing provinces, teaching the nations, and reflecting the character of Christ. What an incentive for faithfulness today! Our present service and suffering are preparing us for eternal responsibility in that coming day. Israel Restored, Worship Central, and the Transition to Eternity Israel will be regathered, regenerated, and prominent in the land (Ezekiel 36:24-28; 37:21-28). The temple vision in Ezekiel 40-48 reveals a glorious house of worship where the glory of God returns. All nations will come yearly to worship the King and keep the feasts (Zechariah 14:16-21). After the thousand years, Satan is briefly loosed, leading a final rebellion that is swiftly crushed (Revelation 20:7-10). Then follows the Great White Throne Judgment and the ushering in of the new heavens and new earth, where God tabernacles with man forever (Revelation 20:11–22:5). A Challenge to Serve Christ and Surrender All Today Dear friend, this glorious kingdom is not a fable—it is the certain promise of our faithful God. The same Jesus who died for your sins and rose victorious will one day reign in splendor, and those who belong to Him by faith will share in His reign. The challenge before us is clear: Will you serve Christ wholeheartedly today? Will you surrender your all—your ambitions, your possessions, your very life—to the One who will soon return as King? If you have never trusted Him as Savior, repent and believe the gospel today. If you are a believer, live as a future king or priest in training. Let every decision, every act of service, every moment of worship be shaped by the coming kingdom. Even so, come, Lord Jesus! May we be found faithful when He appears, ready to reign with Him in righteousness and joy. Surrender your all to Christ today, and enter into the blessed hope of His eternal kingdom. Amen.   

The political landscape is heating up as we approach the midterm elections. Key issues like our economy are at the forefront of most voters' minds, and the Democrats need to take advantage during the coming political showdown. It is becoming clear that Dems might need to shift their focus onto the younger generations of Gen Z'ers and Millennials who are growing dissatisfied with the current establishment. How do the Dems appeal to the younger generation? Simon Rosenberg and E.J. Dionne join Ed Luce and David Rothkopf for an in-depth discussion looking at how the Democrats should be approaching these pivotal midterms. Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Visit Patreon.com/millennial to get exclusive bonus episodes, live stream access, and more! Visit our merch store: ⁠⁠https://shop.millennialshow.com⁠⁠ Follow the show in your favorite podcast app and leave us a review! Happy Pride, Millennials! We're kicking off with a Dumpster Fire Corner that basically writes itself — UFC fights on the South Lawn of the White House, an America 250 concert lineup that's... something, and Georgia gas prices ticking back up at midnight. Oh, and Jill Biden is doing press for her new book. We have thoughts. From there, we're checking in on our 2026 predictions, then catching up on stories we've been tracking: a jury found Live Nation acted as a monopoly, Ticketmaster's president admitted the queue isn't randomized (lol), and listener John asked us to dig into FIFA — so we went in on corruption, Qatar, migrant worker deaths, and whether we're personally watching the World Cup. We've also got a great mailbag this week — a listener used the confessional to blow the whistle on the current Ebola outbreak, a dispatch on government protests in Ireland from a Gen Z/Alpha listener on the ground, and a beautiful email about grandparents secretly canceling each other out with rogue baptisms. Laura's rec this week: take a mental health day. Pam's rec: 'Off Campus' (on Amazon Prime) And patrons, stick around — After Dark gets candid about what's really changed behind the scenes since Pam and Laura took over the pod.

First, Jared goes off on why Gen-X'ers need to let the *Star Wars* franchise go, and why Millennials probably should too. Then, the guys dive into the latest installment of the FTC Film Club, this time dicussing the recent blockbuster and family-friendly release Project Hail Mary.

Jake joins Adam to discuss the movies and music they grew up with during the millennial era, and also how it compares to everything that came before and everything now.

This week on Gamertag Radio! Interview with Stanley Pierre-Louis, CEO of the Entertainment Software Association. Learn how 212 million Americans, from all ages, are gaming weekly, boosting mental sharpness and social bonds. Uncover surprising insights on gaming's impact on mental health, culture, and real world skills. Players continue to break stereotypes for who is a ‘gamer'.• 212.3 million Americans play video games every week, up 3% (7.2 million) compared to 2025.• The gender of players is split fairly equally between men and women, with 53% of men and 46%of women actively playing. Slightly more boys and men play than girls and women in allgenerations except Boomers (ages 62-80) where 52% of Boomer women play games comparedto 47% of men.• Video games are for everyone, not just kids. While more than 80% of Gen Alpha (age 5-13) andGen Z (age 14-29) play video games, the majority of adults are powering up as well: 71% ofMillennials (age 30-45), 56% of Gen X (age 45-61) and 50% of Boomers (age 62-80) say they playweekly. Even 32% of the silent generation (age 81-90) are joining in on the fun.• Adult players are more likely to be employed full-time (39%) or to have children (35%) comparedto the general U.S. population – 34% and 30%, respectively.Parents prefer their kids play video games, and love playing with them, too.• The majority of American parents (75%) actively play video games each week, with most (81%)saying they also game with their children (52% at least weekly).• Nearly half (49%) of parents whose children play video games believe playing games teachesimportant skills to their children, such as problem solving and creative thinking.• Two thirds of parents say they use parental controls with that number jumping to 70% forparents of kids 12 and under.Americans feel overwhelmingly positive about video games.• Most American adults recognize the positive benefits of playing video games, such as thembeing fun (85%), bringing joy (81%), offering stress relief (78%), and providing mental stimulation(79%). Younger players (Gen Z) especially believe that video games offer a great way to bringpeople together (88%) and build relationships (87%).• Most adults agree that playing video games helps develop problem-solving skills (76%) andteamwork/collaboration (67%), as well as adaptability/resilience (58%) and STEAM (53%) andcommunication skills (52%).• Nearly nine-in-ten (89%) players who play a sport both on-screen and in real life say playing thevideo game version of their sport improves their real-world performance.Mobile leads the way, with people playing across genres and platforms.• Playing on a mobile device is the most popular across all age groups (80%), while PC and consolegameplay is more common with Gen Alpha, Gen Z and Millennials.• Puzzle, primarily driven by older players, is the top genre on mobile (66%) and PC (60%) but fallsbehind action (66%), shooter (60%) and arcade (60%) games on console.Americans believe video games offer the most value for their money.• A majority of players (63%) report that video games deliver the most entertainment value fortheir money, compared to video streaming services for music, TV and movies, as well as books,magazines and news articles.• Most Gen Alpha (69%), Gen Z (78%) and Millennial (67%) players have purchased in-gamecontent, typically spending $20 per month (median).• Parents also purchase in-game content for their children (54%). Of those that do, nearly all ofthem (93%) require approval for in-games purchases made by their kids.• More than half (58%) of players downloaded a game for free in the past 12 months, while 43% purchased a game, 35% purchased a game subscription and 19% borrowed a game.The full Essential Facts About the U.S. Video Game Industry report is now available. For more information, visit the ESA's website.Send us questions - fanmail@gamertagradio.com | Speakpipe.com/gamertagradio or 786-273-7GTR. Join our Discord - https://discord.gg/gtr chat with other GTR community member.

Florida produced 242 million boxes of oranges in 2003. This year, the USDA is forecasting 12 million... a decline of more than 95% in less than a generation. Jacob sits down with journalist Alexander Sammon, who wrote a definitive autopsy of the Florida orange industry, to understand how disease, globalization, and real estate swallowed one of America's most iconic crops. Scratch the surface of orange juice, and you find geopolitics, government mandates, and the full sweep of 20th century American economic history.Alex's article below!--Timestamps:(00:00) - Welcome and Schedule Update(00:26) - Meet Alex Salmon(01:18) - Orange Juice Meets Geopolitics(02:48) - Florida Orange Collapse(04:27) - Disease and Perfect Storm(06:0) -6 Can Science Save Citrus(10:37) - Farmers Pivot to Real Estate(14:28) - Nostalgia for Old Florida(16:58) - Brazil Takes the Baton(24:25) - Oranges Through History(26:50) - Canonizing a Classic(27:39) - Oranges Arrive in Florida(28:52) - Railroads and Early Boom(30:02) - War Creates Orange Juice(30:35) - Geopolitics in Your Glass(34:02) - Advertising Makes a Staple(35:49) - Greening and Structural Cracks(37:26) - Globalization Hollowing Out(39:23) - Wall Street Consolidation(42:54) - Juice Backlash and Millennials(45:16) - Future of Oranges Worldwide(49:51) - Next Project and Farewell--Referenced in the Show:Who Killed the Florida Orange? - https://slate.com/business/2026/04/florida-state-orange-food-houses-real-estate.html--Jacob Shapiro Site: jacobshapiro.comJacob Shapiro LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jacob-l-s-a9337416Jacob Twitter: x.com/JacobShapJacob Shapiro Substack: jashap.substack.com/subscribe --The Jacob Shapiro Show is produced and edited by Audiographies LLC. More information at audiographies.com--Jacob Shapiro is a speaker, consultant, author, and researcher covering global politics and affairs, economics, markets, technology, history, and culture. He speaks to audiences of all sizes around the world, helps global multinationals make strategic decisions about political risks and opportunities, and works directly with investors to grow and protect their assets in today's volatile global environment. His insights help audiences across industries like finance, agriculture, and energy make sense of the world.--

As the cost of living and rent increases, the concept of buying a home feels like a pipe dream to many people living in their 20's and 30's. Financial journalist and author Beth Kobliner's latest edition of her book Get a Financial Life: Personal Finance in Your Twenties and Thirties provides tips for Millennials and Gen Z on how to choose the right bank, avoid excessive fees, and rein in spending based on the latest research. Stock image by mladenbalinovac/E+ via Getty Creative Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 3, 2025 Hour 4. Millennials taking on Gen X again. NFL talk. The good, bad & ugly. Today was the day when. What's On Tap!

Jenna and Sheinelle play a round of “Never Have I Ever” with a fun twist. Also, Marco Calvani shares details on his return to the hit comedy series ‘The Four Seasons' for season 2 and sticks around to cook up a couple of his favorite Italian dishes. Plus, a closer look at the ideas and practices fueling a religious resurgence among millennials and Gen Zers across the country. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

You've seen the ministry focus on Millennials and Gen Z. What about Generation Alpha? Authors Shane Pruitt and Shelly Melia provide professional, personal, and well-researched insights into discipling Generation Alpha, which has been raised exclusively in the age of screens and technology. Don't miss the insights and hope on Chris Fabry Live. Featured resource:Reaching Generation Alpha: A Ministry Guide for Discipling the Church Beyond the Screen by Shane Pruitt and Shelly Melia June thank you gift:One Blood: Parting Words to the Church on Race and Love by John M. Perkins Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Of all the trends taking place right now in American politics, the juvenile arrogance of today's Millennials and Gen Zers must rank near the top of anyone's list of concerns. Just look at any social media thread on essentially any topic and the proof reveals itself in spades...It doesn't matter what the topic is, they know more. Suggest that socialism has never worked and never will and their response is, “Okay boomer.” And just pick any topic.

This week, it's just Kate, an Aperol Spritz, and the tech bro quote about wine that accidentally kicked off the conversation we've all been needing about optimization culture and being tired of treating every part of life like a performance review. Plus, a round of News You Can Use about why fruit hasn't been sweet since 1996, this season's hottest mnemonic devices, the babydoll dress of it all, and reviewing what Olivia Rodrigo is doing differently in Drop Dead and The Cure, all of it strangely circling back to living in a world that quantifies us without letting the number become the whole story. Enjoy!   SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Order Kate's NYT Bestselling book, One in a Millennial here! Text or leave a voicemail for Kate at 775-HEY-BETH! Thank you to AllModern for furnishing Kate's Season 2 Studio! AllModern has the best of modern furniture and decor all in one place. With styles from Scandi and mid-century, to minimalist and maximalist, every design is hand-vetted for quality by their team of experts. Plus they have fast + free shipping! Check out allmodern.com; you'll find Kate's bookshelves here and her new rug here! As an exclusive offer, new listeners can get their choice between free Sirloin Tips, Ground Beef or Chicken Wings in every box for LIFE, PLUS $20 off when you go to ButcherBox.com/bethereinfive. That's right - your choice of free Sirloin Tips, Ground Beef or Chicken Wings in every box for LIFE, PLUS $20 off your first box, and free shipping always. That's ButcherBox.com/bethereinfive. Don't forget to use our link so they know we sent you. Say YES to unforgettable moments with Liquid I.V.'s NEW Hydration Multiplier Sugar-Free Ring Pop. Tear. Pour. Live More. Go to LIQUID-IV.COM and get 20% off your first purchase with code BETHEREINFIVE at checkout. That's 20% off your first purchase with code BETHEREINFIVE at LIQUID-IV.COM. Refresh your everyday with luxury you'll actually use. Head to Quince.com/bethereinfive for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. That's Quince.com/bethereinfive for free shipping and 365-day returns. Right now you can save up to $230 on the 12-piece cookware set versus buying the products individually. Plus, if you want to include their fan favorite minis duo, you can save up to $350. Visit CarawayHome.com/BTIF10 to take an additional 10% off using code BTIF10 on your next purchase. This deal is exclusive for our listeners, so visit carawayhome.com/BTIF 10 or use code BTIF10 at checkout.