Podcasts about Ascent

In this episode of Crazy Wisdom, host Stewart Alsop sits down with Juan Samitier, co-founder of DAMM Capital, for a wide-ranging conversation on decentralized insurance, treasury management, and the evolution of finance on-chain. Together they explore the risks of smart contracts and hacks, the role of insurance in enabling institutional capital to enter crypto, and historical parallels from Amsterdam's spice trade to Argentina's corralito. The discussion covers stablecoins like DAI, MakerDAO's USDS, and the collapse of Luna, as well as the dynamics of yield, black swan events, and the intersection of DeFi with AI, prediction markets, and tokenized assets. You can find Juan on Twitter at @JuanSamitier and follow DAMM Capital at @DAMM_Capital.Check out this GPT we trained on the conversationTimestamps00:05 Stewart Alsop introduces Juan Samitier, who shares his background in asset management and DeFi, setting up the conversation on decentralized insurance.00:10 They discuss Safu, the insurance protocol Juan designed, and why hedging smart contract risk is key for asset managers deploying capital in DeFi.00:15 The focus shifts to hacks, audits, and why even fully audited code can still fail, bringing up historical parallels to ships, pirates, and early insurance models.00:20 Black swan events, risk models, and the limits of statistics are explored, along with reflections on Wolfram's ideas and the Ascent of Money.00:25 They examine how TradFi is entering crypto, the dominance of centralized stablecoins, and regulatory pushes like the Genius Act.00:30 DAI's design, MakerDAO's USDS, and Luna's collapse are explained, tying into the Great Depression, Argentina's corralito, and trust in money.00:35 Juan recounts his path from high school trading shitcoins to managing Kleros' treasury, while Stewart shares parallels with dot-com bubbles and Webvan.00:40 The conversation turns to tokenized assets, lending markets, and why stablecoin payments may be DeFi's Trojan horse for TradFi adoption.00:45 They explore interest rates, usury, and Ponzi dynamics, comparing Luna's 20% yields with unsustainable growth models in tech and crypto.00:50 Airdrops, VC-funded incentives, and short-term games are contrasted with building long-term financial infrastructure on-chain.00:55 Stewart brings up crypto as Venice in 1200, leading into reflections on finance as an information system, the rise of AI, and DeFi agents.01:00 Juan explains tokenized hedge funds, trusted execution environments, and prediction markets, ending with the power of conditional markets and the future of betting on beliefs.Key InsightsOne of the biggest risks in decentralized finance isn't just market volatility but the fragility of smart contracts. Juan Samitier emphasized that even with million-dollar audits, no code can ever be guaranteed safe, which is why hedging against hacks is essential for asset managers who want institutional capital to enter crypto.Insurance has always been about spreading risk, from 17th century spice ships facing pirates to DeFi protocols facing hackers. The same logic applies today: traders and treasuries are willing to sacrifice a small portion of yield to ensure that catastrophic losses won't wipe out their entire investment.Black swan events expose the limits of financial models, both in traditional finance and crypto. Juan pointed out that while risk models try to account for extreme scenarios, including every possible tail risk makes insurance math break down—a tension that shows why decentralized insurance is still early but necessary.Stablecoins emerged as crypto's attempt to recreate the dollar, but their design choices determine resilience. MakerDAO's DAI and USDS use overcollateralization for stability, while Luna's algorithmic model collapsed under pressure. These experiments mirror historical monetary crises like the Great Depression and Argentina's corralito, reminding us that trust in money is fragile.Argentina's history of inflation and government-imposed bank freezes makes its citizens uniquely receptive to crypto. Samitier explained that even people without financial training understand macroeconomic risks because they live with them daily, which helps explain why Argentina has some of the world's highest adoption of stablecoins and DeFi tools.The path to mainstream DeFi adoption may lie in the intersection of tokenized real-world assets, lending markets, and stablecoin payments. TradFi institutions are already asking how retail users access cheaper loans on-chain, showing that DeFi's efficiency could become the Trojan horse that pulls traditional finance deeper into crypto rails.Looking forward, the fusion of AI with DeFi may transform finance into an information-driven ecosystem. Trusted execution environments, prediction markets, and conditional markets could allow agents to trade on beliefs and probabilities with transparency, blending deterministic blockchains with probabilistic AI—a glimpse of what financial Venice in the information age might look like.

In this episode, LDG interviews Carolina Ascent and Puerto Rican WNT fullback Jill Aguilera. Jill starred at the collegiate level with Arizona, scoring 33 goals over the seasons she played with the Wildcats. At the professional level, Jill has played in both the Ganbridge Super League and NWSL, with the Carolina Ascent and Chicago Stars, respectively. Last season, Jill starred with the Ascent in the attacking fullback role, leading the league in assists and winning both the Defender of the Year + Golden Playmaker awards. She is now returning to the Ascent for a second year to avenge their semifinal playoff loss and seek out back-to-back Shield victories. She also plays for the Puerto Rican National Team.In this interview, we discuss her experience as a rookie in the NWSL, what the Charlotte community means to her, the influence of her national team's success at the Gold Cup, and more. In addition, we talk about her success within Poole's system, why she decided to return to the Ascent ahead of this season, and the club's ambitious goals for the 2025/26 season.Thank you for listening! Remember to follow us wherever you get your podcasts, on Instagram (@the_womens_soccer_podcast) and Bluesky (@thewomenssoccerpod.bsky.social). In addition, leave a 5-star review and tell all your friends about our show!Cover Art Image Credit: Carolina Ascent

In this heartfelt episode, Tracy Daugherty and Lisa Da Silva reunite to share the story behind their collaborative Bible study, The Heart of Pilgrimage: A Four-Week Journey Through the Psalms of Ascent. They explore the importance of biblical literacy, the power of community, and the practical strategies that help women engage deeply with Scripture. From prayer and consistency to marking the text and practicing what they learn, Tracy and Lisa offer wisdom, encouragement, and a call to action for women to become students of the Word. Whether you're a seasoned leader or just beginning your journey, this episode will inspire you to walk as a pilgrim—Christ-focused, community-minded, and rooted in truth.---Watch the interview: https://youtu.be/xxEV6mADiEARead the blog: www.thefreedomchallenge.com/blogposts/2025/8/26/pilgrim-practices---Want to learn more? The Freedom Challenge US: thefreedomchallenge.comOperation Mobilization USA: omusa.orgInstagram: @freedomchallengeusa / Facebook: @thefcusaSupport the show

Psalms 133 From the Psalms of Ascent, Ascending with Christ. Sermon Notes & Liturgy Summer Reading Guide Christ City Church, Dallas, Texas August 24th, 2025

For a second week, we continued in the Psalms of Ascent, which the children of Israel sang while on pilgrimage journeys to the Temple. Psalm 127 reminds us: “Unless the Lord builds the house, the builders labor in vain. Unless the Lord watches over the city, the guards stand watch in vain. In vain you rise early and stay up late, toiling for food to eat—for He grants sleep to those He loves.”Rest is not achieved by escaping all sources of anxiety. Rest is stepping back from the need to control them. With our free will, we choose to partner with God and trust the outcome to him. The Psalms of Ascent (120–134) are not just historic songs; they are a playlist for the future. They train our hearts to wait. The paradox of waiting and suffering is designed to move you into the presence of God. If the tension drives us away, we've missed the point. But if it draws us near, we are living as we were designed.Here are the lessons from this playlist: God has delivered you before. We still need deliverance now.Our work depends on His blessing, not our striving. Our families, cities and future are a gift from God. So keep singing! The road is long, but God is building something greater than our hands could ever hold.For more info, you can go to our website, check us out on Instagram, Facebook, or YouTube. If you would like to support STUDIO financially, you can do so here.Have a great week

Today on Ascend: The Great Books Podcast, we are joined by Dcn. Garlick, Dr. Frank Grabowski, Thomas Lackey, and Dr. Joey Spencer to discuss the first part of Plato's Euthyphro—a dialogue on piety.Dr. Spencer is the diocesan Archivist for the Diocese of Tulsa, a tutor in Theology, and an expert in the theology of angels and demons.We discuss the context of the dialogue and move into conversations on piety as a political problem, the role of imitating the divine in Greek religion, an introduction to Plato's Ideas and its reception into Christianity, and even a brief aside on how angels understand Plato's Ideas.Check out thegreatbookspodcast.com for resources and schedule!Check out our COLLECTION OF WRITTEN GUIDES TO THE GREAT BOOKS.Check out THE ASCENT - a sister publication focusing on Christian spirituality, theosis, and sanctification - how does the soul ascend to God.From the guide:Why should you read the Euthyphro? The Euthyphro is fundamentally “a dialogue about piety,” as Dcn. Harrison Garlick describes it, serving as an exploration of what piety truly means through a conversation between Socrates and Euthyphro. Dr. Frank Grabowski emphasizes its value as “a wonderful introduction to Platonic philosophy, Platonic literature,” highlighting how it features Socrates as the central figure and showcases “the Socratic method” in a clear and engaging way. Moments of “Socratic irony” are also evident, adding depth to understanding Socrates' approach, while the dialogue introduces Plato's search for the Ideas.The dialogue is short and more straightforward, which makes it more ideal for first time readers than say the Republic or the Symposium. Its accessibility lies in its simplicity and a layered narrative, allowing readers to engage at their own intellectual level—focusing initially on key dilemmas but discovering more upon rereading—as Dcn. Harrison Garlick notes that “like most of Plato's narratives, the dialogues... bring layers... you can kind of grow with the text." For many, it's the first Platonic work encountered, often bundled with the Apology, Crito, and Phaedo as depictions of Socrates' last days.What is the historical context for the Euthyphro?The dramatic date of the Euthyphro is right before Socrates' trial and execution in 399 BC. The composition date is estimated at 380 BC, but all composition dates should be accepted lightly. The dialogue takes place outside of the King Archon's court, a remnant of Athens' monarchical past, where a judge adjudicates on religious matters. Plato offers a conversation about piety, within its political context, right before his master is tried and condemned for his impiety. As moderns, we do not see piety as a political virtue, but for the Greeks, piety a virtue of cohesion—it bound together the family, the polis, and the gods into one cosmic whole. It is this three-tiered piety that animated the Iliad, Aeschylus' Oresteia, and Sophocles' Antigone. King Archon's court is significant, because it underscores piety as a “political problem.” Impiety can destabilize the polis. Dr. Spencer suggests that Euthyphro sees Socrates as “being out of place,” which can be read as a euphemism for impiety or religious pollution, i.e., Socrates is the pollution of Athens. The question, however, is what is piety?What is the first...

“Comrade Stalin, now that he is general secretary, has concentrated immense power in his hands, and I am not sure whether he will always be capable of exercising this power with sufficient caution.” This is the story of Joseph Stalin's path to becoming the dictator of the USSR.  Ioseb (Joseph) Jughashvili, or little “Soso,” is a good student. A choir boy, in fact. But that changes as the Orthodox Georgian increasingly puts his faith in the Bolshevik branch of Russia's Social Democrats. Under Vladimir Lenin's leadership, Soso, now going by Joseph Stalin, becomes a true revolutionary. One who embraces violence and murder as an acceptable means to an end amid Russia's shift from revolution to civil war. With Lenin's passing in 1924, it's clear that someone has to step into his shoes, and Stalin deftly outmaneuvers Leon Trotsky to be that someone. But he won't just lead it. Stalin will remake the Soviet Union in his own image, industrializing and consolidating his power at all costs. Millions will die. Millions more disappear into the gulags, never to be seen again. This is the rise and reign of Joseph “the Man of Steel” Stalin. ____ Connect with us on HTDSpodcast.com and go deep into episode bibliographies and book recommendations join discussions in our Facebook community get news and discounts from The HTDS Gazette  come see a live show get HTDS merch or become an HTDS premium member for bonus episodes and other perks. HTDS is part of Audacy media network. Interested in advertising on the History That Doesn't Suck? Contact Audacyinc.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this teaching, we explore Psalm 123 within the broader context of the Psalms and Israel’s history. Spanning over a millennium, the 150 Psalms were carefully curated into five books, each reflecting key moments in Israel’s journey. Psalm 123 resides in the fifth and final book, known as the Psalms of Ascent, which captures the experience of God's people returning from exile to rebuild Jerusalem and reignite worship. This Psalm vividly portrays the posture of faithful waiting and hopeful looking to God amidst contempt, scorn, and hardship. Using rich imagery, it compares the people's gaze to that of a servant watching their master’s hand—patiently and expectantly awaiting divine favor. We unpack the historical backdrop from Nehemiah’s account, where the Israelites face ridicule and opposition while reconstructing Jerusalem’s walls, yet remain steadfast in their plea for God’s gracious intervention. The teaching also connects Psalm 123 to Jesus’ own experience, highlighting how He embodied this trust and grace even in the face of ultimate rejection and suffering on the cross. Jesus’ prayer for mercy amidst scorn reveals the profound mercy and favor God extends to us, encouraging us to adopt the same posture of reverent dependence. Key themes include: - The intentional arrangement of Psalms into historical and spiritual collections. - The Psalms of Ascent as expressions of physical and spiritual journeying toward God. - The dual imagery of God enthroned in heaven yet intimately near to His people. - The call to patiently wait on God’s timing and direction, trusting His sovereign hand. - The challenge to avoid distraction and apathy, and instead to actively lift our eyes to God in all life’s trials. - The ultimate fulfillment of these themes in Jesus Christ, who models perfect trust and mercy. Whether you’re wrestling with personal hardship, seeking a deeper understanding of scripture, or longing for renewed hope, this teaching offers a rich, poetic framework to engage with God authentically. Learn how to “put on spiritual eyes,” embrace a posture of faithful waiting, and discover God’s favor and grace in every season. * SPOTIFY MUSIC PLAYLIST -- https://tinyurl.com/fkzpkjwh * SERMON PODCAST -- https://tinyurl.com/2sn3msmn * CONNECT WITH US -- https://siderischurch.com/connectcard * MORE GOSPEL RESOURCES -- https://siderischurch.com/resources

God's peace surpasses understanding but we can grow in our ability to experience it. In this sermon, we discover how to practice peace.

In 2016 Noah Droddy rose from relative obscurity to the center of our national track and field consciousness when he qualified for the Olympic Trials 10K in Eugene. Noah was a blue collar, former Division III collegiate runner who graced Hayward Field with flowing locks, a throwback mustache, a free spirit, and genuine child-like enthusiasm for his newfound place on the national stage. He became a cult hero for thousands who toil at their craft, logging countless unseen miles with little hope for financial reward. Then he became one of America's best marathoners, clocking a 2:09 in 2020 at the Marathon Project.

Bobby and Tom are joined by Brooks to dive into the ever-evolving world of gaming. They kick things off by exploring the resurgence of retro gaming, from the ModRetro N64 FPGA to the RetroTINK upscaler, and also discuss the evolution of mobile phones. They also tackle the big questions facing the industry today, including the recent price hikes for PlayStation and Xbox and the exciting (and sometimes controversial) future of AI in gaming.

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Psalms 131 and 132. From the Psalms of Ascent, Ascending with Christ. Sermon Notes & Liturgy Summer Reading Guide Christ City Church, Dallas, Texas August 17th, 2025

Check out this week's message from Pastor Ryan Goeden as he shares a message from Psalm 120. #newlifechurch #ephesians #helpingpeopleknowjesusbetter #2025sermon #sermon #onlinechurch #churchonlineSubscribe to receive our latest messages: https://bit.ly/3jqEZ1gTo support this ministry and help us continue to help people know Jesus better click here: https://www.nlspringfield.com/give/ Helping People Know Jesus Better - This is the vision of New Life Church, led by Pastor Ryan Goeden and based in Springfield, MOSupport the show

On this episode of Crazy Wisdom, host Stewart Alsop speaks with Michael Jagdeo, a headhunter and founder working with Exponent Labs and The Syndicate, about the cycles of money, power, and technology that shape our world. Their conversation touches on financial history through The Ascent of Money by Niall Ferguson and William Bagehot's The Money Market, the rise and fall of financial centers from London to New York and the new Texas Stock Exchange, the consolidation of industries and the theory of oligarchical collectivism, the role of AI as both tool and chaos agent, Bitcoin and “quantitative re-centralization,” the dynamics of exponential organizations, and the balance between collectivism and individualism. Jagdeo also shares recruiting philosophies rooted in stories like “stone soup,” frameworks like Yu-Kai Chou's Octalysis and the User Type Hexad, and book recommendations including Salim Ismail's Exponential Organizations and Arthur Koestler's The Act of Creation. Along the way they explore servant leadership, Price's Law, Linux and open source futures, religion as an operating system, and the cyclical nature of civilizations. You can learn more about Michael Jagdeo or reach out to him directly through Twitter or LinkedIn.Check out this GPT we trained on the conversationTimestamps00:05 Stewart Alsop introduces Michael Jagdeo, who shares his path from headhunting actuaries and IT talent into launching startups with Exponent Labs and The Syndicate.00:10 They connect recruiting to financial history, discussing actuaries, The Ascent of Money, and William Bagehot's The Money Market on the London money market and railways.00:15 The Rothschilds, institutional knowledge, and Corn Laws lead into questions about New York as a financial center and the quiet launch of the Texas Stock Exchange by Citadel and BlackRock.00:20 Capital power, George Soros vs. the Bank of England, chaos, paper clips, and Orwell's oligarchical collectivism frame industry consolidation, syndicates, and stone soup.00:25 They debate imperial conquest, bourgeoisie leisure, the decline of the middle class, AI as chaos agent, digital twins, Sarah Connor, Godzilla, and nuclear metaphors.00:30 Conversation turns to Bitcoin, “quantitative re-centralization,” Jack Bogle, index funds, Robinhood micro bailouts, and AI as both entropy and negative entropy.00:35 Jagdeo discusses Jim Keller, Tenstorrent, RISC-V, Nvidia CUDA, exponential organizations, Price's Law, bureaucracy, and servant leadership with the parable of stone soup.00:40 Recruiting as symbiosis, biophilia, trust, Judas, Wilhelm Reich, AI tools, Octalysis gamification, Jordan vs. triangle offense, and the role of laughter in persuasion emerge.00:45 They explore religion as operating systems, Greek gods, Comte's stages, Nietzsche, Jung, nostalgia, scientism, and Jordan Peterson's revival of tradition.00:50 The episode closes with Linux debates, Ubuntu, Framer laptops, PewDiePie, and Jagdeo's nod to Liminal Snake on epistemic centers and turning curses into blessings.Key InsightsOne of the central insights of the conversation is how financial history repeats through cycles of consolidation and power shifts. Michael Jagdeo draws on William Bagehot's The Money Market to explain how London became the hub of European finance, much like New York later did, and how the Texas Stock Exchange signals a possible southern resurgence of financial influence in America. The pattern of wealth moving with institutional shifts underscores how markets, capital, and politics remain intertwined.Jagdeo and Alsop emphasize that industries naturally oligarchize. Borrowing from Orwell's “oligarchical collectivism,” Jagdeo notes that whether in diamonds, food, or finance, consolidation emerges as economies of scale take over. This breeds syndicates and monopolies, often interpreted as conspiracies but really the predictable outcome of industrial maturation.Another powerful theme is the stone soup model of collaboration. Jagdeo applies this parable to recruiting, showing that no single individual can achieve large goals alone. By framing opportunities as shared ventures where each person adds their own ingredient, leaders can attract top talent while fostering genuine symbiosis.Technology, and particularly AI, is cast as both chaos agent and amplifier of human potential. The conversation likens AI to nuclear power—capable of great destruction or progress. From digital twins to Sarah Connor metaphors, they argue AI represents not just artificial intelligence but artificial knowledge and action, pushing humans to adapt quickly to its disruptive presence.The discussion of Bitcoin and digital currencies reframes decentralization as potentially another trap. Jagdeo provocatively calls Bitcoin “quantitative re-centralization,” suggesting that far from liberating individuals, digital currencies may accelerate neo-feudalism by creating new oligarchies and consolidating financial control in unexpected ways.Exponential organizations and the leverage of small teams emerge as another key point. Citing Price's Law, Jagdeo explains how fewer than a dozen highly capable individuals can now achieve billion-dollar valuations thanks to open source hardware, AI, and network effects. This trend redefines scale, making nimble collectives more powerful than bureaucratic giants.Finally, the episode highlights the cyclical nature of civilizations and belief systems. From Rome vs. Carthage to Greek gods shifting with societal needs, to Nietzsche's “God is dead” and Jung's view of recurring deaths of divinity, Jagdeo argues that religion, ideology, and operating systems reflect underlying incentives. Western nostalgia for past structures, whether political or religious, risks idolatry, while the real path forward may lie in new blends of individualism, collectivism, and adaptive tools like Linux and AI.

Psalm 127 (Songs For the Summer:Ascent) - Jamie Borchik by Park Community Church

Summer In The PsalmsSunday, August 17, 2025Greg JacksonThe Songs of Ascent:- What should we be singing to each other on this journey?- What do we need to be reminding each other of on repeat?- What is the playlist for our journey together?1. Cry out for help and wait for the Rescuer - Psalm 120-1212. God's character and His promises. Look to Jesus – Psalm 1213. Within the church we have found our home – Psalm 1224. We are completely helpless and needy – Psalm 1235. God's faithfulness in the past – Psalm 1246. God's promises for the future – Psalms 125-1267. Don't waste your life on anxious toil – Psalm 1278. Walk in His ways – Psalm 1289. Persevere through pain and struggle – Psalm 12910. Receive forgiveness and grace, and let our shame go of your shame – Psalm 13011. Wait for the Lord; calm and quiet your soul before Him- Psalm 130-13112. Know your mission – to build the church and make a better place for God's presence to dwell – Psalm 13213. Savor how good it is to have each other- our brothers and sisters in Christ – Psalm 133

In this sermon, we follow the movements of a psalm to learn how to turn to God after we've sinned.

Send us a textIn this episode we eat on an ancient playlist called the Songs of Ascent and when they were sung, why they were sung and how we should incorporate some of the same songs into our own lives to keep pulling us and pushing us to great heights!

Mark Hudon is a bonafide climbing legend. One of the best free climbers of the 70s and early 80s, he and partner Max Jones looked past convention and moved hard free climbing to the big walls of Yosemite. His article Long, Hard and Free inspired a whole generation of climbers, including Todd Skinner and Paul Piana, and laid the groundwork for the game that is Yosemite big wall free climbing. In this episode we discuss the idea that eventually led to the Free Salathe, how Mark felt about it finally getting done, and how his philosophy about climbing has changed over time.  Find Mark online Read Long, Hard and Free Watch Free As Can Be   PREORDER THE BOOK AND GET BONUS EPISODES!   BIG WALLS, SIGNED BY PAUL PIANA: https://www.powercompanyclimbing.com/store/p/big-walls Check out our website for related episodes, resources and more! ---------------------------------- Season Two is generously supported by Rab.  This episode is supported by Tension Climbing and The Tension Board 2. Written in Stone is co-created with Power Company Climbing.

Part 2 Check out our 2025 Sydney Live Show!When characters from both the Mighty Nein and Bells Hells find themselves mysteriously split across parallel realms in The Shattered Teeth, they must unite against a common threat.... Join Game Master Matthew Mercer and the cast of Critical Role as Jester Lavorre, Ashton Greymoore, Yasha Nydoorin, Caleb Widogast, Veth Brenatto, Chetney Pock O'Pea, and Laudna work together to uncover the truth behind their interdimensional separation in this unforgettable live adventure!" PROLOGUE DESCRIPTION:For some extra lore about our Tag Team at the Teeth Adventure, check out our official Tag Team At The Teeth Prologue: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oq8RYa0M5EkBells Hells have joined the Mighty Nein at sea in search of Ludinus Da'leth and his safe haven in the Shattered Teeth. As they approach one of the Teeth's mysterious islands, the Nein Hells suddenly find themselves split and separated in parallel realms… Get your Critical Role Live in Australia T-Shirt Now! Commemorate a couple epic adventures from down under with this dark green Live in Australia t-shirt featuring a tag-team inspired design of the heroes of Campaigns 2 and 3: The Mighty Nein and Bells Hells. The details of both Live in Australia shows are printed on the front with the official Critical Role 10-Year Anniversary logo on the back.Link to shop: https://shop.critrole.com.au/   Critical Role's 10-Year Anniversary Sydney Live Show took place on June 19th, 2025 at the ICC Sydney Theatre. BEACONWe're excited to bring you even MORE with a Beacon membership! Start your 7-day free trial today at https://beacon.tv/join and get unparalleled access to the shows you love completely ad-free! You'll receive NEW Beacon exclusive series, instant access to VODs & podcasts, live event pre-sales, merch discounts, & a private Discord.   Emceed by Tom Cardy || @TomCardy1"Paint that Lady," "Monster Truck," and "Mixed Messages" by Tom CardyCharacter Art by Hannah Friederichs || @agarthanguide 

In this episode, I sit down with Dan DeGolier, CEO of Ascent CFO Solutions, to explore why Hiring Right is truly everything when building a thriving business. Ascent CFO Solutions, ranked No. 2813 on the 2024 Inc. 5000 list, has scaled successfully by being relentless about recruiting talent who align with both competence and culture. Dan shares how Hiring Right impacts every level of the organization—from financial strategy to team engagement—and why one mis-hire can hinder progress. You'll gain practical guidance on how to interview, vet, and onboard team members who can elevate your company's performance. Tune in to learn how making time for Hiring Right now can save time, money, and frustration later.

Psalms 129 and 130. From the Psalms of Ascent, Ascending with Christ. Sermon Notes & Liturgy Summer Reading Guide Christ City Church, Dallas, Texas August 10th, 2025

In this sermon, we try to recover ancient wisdom that can help us in two areas of our lives.

The Law of Love is a law that works for the good of all. When we use the law of love, we Experience an uplifting power that elevates our spirits and enhances our relationships. Together we will explore practical ways to cultivate and nurture love in our daily lives.  A love the knows only good and produces good for all.   Using a fundamental text established by Unity Minister, Stella Terrill Mann, Change Your Life Through Love, we will explore how love raises our vibration and can raise the vibration of the world. 

Part 1 Check out our 2025 Sydney Live Show!When characters from both the Mighty Nein and Bells Hells find themselves mysteriously split across parallel realms in The Shattered Teeth, they must unite against a common threat.... Join Game Master Matthew Mercer and the cast of Critical Role as Jester Lavorre, Ashton Greymoore, Yasha Nydoorin, Caleb Widogast, Veth Brenatto, Chetney Pock O'Pea, and Laudna work together to uncover the truth behind their interdimensional separation in this unforgettable live adventure!" PROLOGUE DESCRIPTION:For some extra lore about our Tag Team at the Teeth Adventure, check out our official Tag Team At The Teeth Prologue: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oq8RYa0M5EkBells Hells have joined the Mighty Nein at sea in search of Ludinus Da'leth and his safe haven in the Shattered Teeth. As they approach one of the Teeth's mysterious islands, the Nein Hells suddenly find themselves split and separated in parallel realms… Get your Critical Role Live in Australia T-Shirt Now! Commemorate a couple epic adventures from down under with this dark green Live in Australia t-shirt featuring a tag-team inspired design of the heroes of Campaigns 2 and 3: The Mighty Nein and Bells Hells. The details of both Live in Australia shows are printed on the front with the official Critical Role 10-Year Anniversary logo on the back.Link to shop: https://shop.critrole.com.au/   Critical Role's 10-Year Anniversary Sydney Live Show took place on June 19th, 2025 at the ICC Sydney Theatre. BEACONWe're excited to bring you even MORE with a Beacon membership! Start your 7-day free trial today at https://beacon.tv/join and get unparalleled access to the shows you love completely ad-free! You'll receive NEW Beacon exclusive series, instant access to VODs & podcasts, live event pre-sales, merch discounts, & a private Discord.   Emceed by Tom Cardy || @TomCardy1"Paint that Lady," "Monster Truck," and "Mixed Messages" by Tom CardyCharacter Art by Hannah Friederichs || @agarthanguide

Sunday | They're Singing Our Song - A Song for Ascent

In this episode of Pause, join in for an inspiring conversation with Mel, our worship director, as she shares about her powerful message on Psalm 121. Discover the beautiful meaning behind the Psalms of Ascent, learn about God's faithful keeping power, and hear an incredible testimony of finding hope in crisis. From the reminder of heaven's freedom to ancient temple steps that teach us to slow down and worship, this episode will encourage your faith and remind you that your help truly comes from the Lord.Psalm 121, worship director, Psalms of Ascent, God's faithfulness, crisis testimony, temple steps, biblical encouragement, faith podcast, neighborhood church, help comes from Lord

Pastor Jose and Taylor sit down with Community Group Leader Blake McLean to talk about Gods restoration process.

In Episode 480, Patrick, Jeffrey, and Craig chat about the iMDB 250 and then discuss five mostly baseball topics. 1. Variance Swamps the Yankees: Look you can't judge a trade deadline by one game, but what a game (and then two more bad games)2. We're going streaking: The Marlins and Guardians are hot. Does it mean anything?3. Ascent into Madness: The Rockies and Pirates played a weird series. Does it mean anything (other than Warming Bernabel is the best hitter in baseball)?4. Around the Horn: A deluge in Tennessee, some pitcher injuries, and a good and bad week for some podcast faves5. Who actually played for the Padres anyway? Five and Dive is listener-supported, you can join our Patreon at patreon.com/fiveanddive. If you want to get in contact with the show, the e-mail address is fiveanddive@baseballprospectus.com.                                           Our theme tune is by Jawn Stockton. You can listen to him on Spotify and Apple Music  Spotify: http://bit.ly/JawnStockton_SpotifyApple Music: http://bit.ly/JawnStockton_AM

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Today we continue our Closer series on the Songs of Ascent with Psalm 130, a psalm of deep repentance where the psalmist confesses sin, expresses sorrow, and seeks God's forgiveness. Join us as we discover how God teaches us to deal with sin and how His mercy is greater than our guilt!

There are several ways to describe what someone is like, but how would we describe a person who trusts in God? In this sermon, we will discover how one psalmist describes those who trust in God.

Series - Select Psalms Text - Psalm 127 - by Nick Neves, pastor | Lord's Day Afternoon | 08.3.25

Message 4 of 8 in the series “Rise: The Psalms of Ascent” by Christian Williams.

Featuring an interview with Dr Erika Hamilton, including the following topics: Optimal selection and sequencing of available antibody-drug conjugates for HR-positive metastatic breast cancer (0:00) Bardia A et al. Datopotamab deruxtecan versus chemotherapy in previously treated inoperable/metastatic hormone receptor-positive human epidermal growth factor receptor 2-negative breast cancer: Primary results from TROPION-Breast01. J Clin Oncol 2025;43(3):285-96. Abstract  Pistilli B et al. Datopotamab deruxtecan (Dato-DXd) vs chemotherapy in previously-treated inoperable or metastatic hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer: Final overall survival from the Phase III TROPION-Breast01 trial. ESMO Virtual Plenary 2025;Abstract VP1-2025. First-line use of sacituzumab govitecan in combination with pembrolizumab for advanced triple-negative breast cancer (8:02) Tolaney SM et al. Sacituzumab govitecan (SG) + pembrolizumab (pembro) vs chemotherapy (chemo) + pembro in previously untreated PD-L1–positive advanced triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC): Primary results from the randomized phase 3 ASCENT-04/KEYNOTE-D19 study. ASCO 2025;Abstract LBA109. Ongoing trials evaluating datopotamab deruxtecan in earlier lines of therapy (12:06) Dent RA et al. TROPION-Breast02: Datopotamab deruxtecan for locally recurrent inoperable or metastatic triple-negative breast cancer. Future Oncol 2023;19(35):2349-59. Abstract McArthur HL et al. TROPION-Breast04: A randomized phase III study of neoadjuvant datopotamab deruxtecan (Dato-DXd) plus durvalumab followed by adjuvant durvalumab versus standard of care in patients with treatment-naïve early-stage triple negative or HR-low/HER2- breast cancer. Ther Adv Med Oncol 2025;17:17588359251316176. Abstract Bardia A et al. TROPION-Breast03: A randomized phase III global trial of datopotamab deruxtecan ± durvalumab in patients with triple-negative breast cancer and residual invasive disease at surgical resection after neoadjuvant therapy. Ther Adv Med Oncol 2024;16:17588359241248336. Abstract Schmid P et al. TROPION-Breast05: A randomized phase III study of Dato-DXd with or without durvalumab versus chemotherapy plus pembrolizumab in patients with PD-L1-high locally recurrent inoperable or metastatic triple-negative breast cancer. Ther Adv Med Oncol 2025;17:17588359251327992. Abstract Available data with and ongoing trials of sacituzumab tirumotecan for HR-positive, HER2-negative and triple-negative breast cancer (16:53) Yin Y et al. Sacituzumab tirumotecan (sac-TMT) as first-line treatment for unresectable locally advanced/metastatic triple-negative breast cancer (a/mTNBC): Initial results from the phase II OptiTROP-Breast05 study. ASCO 2025;Abstract 1019. Xu B et al. Sacituzumab tirumotecan in patients with previously treated locally recurrent or metastatic triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC): Results from the Phase III Opti-TROP-Breast01 study. ASCO 2024;Abstract 104. Yin Y et al. Sacituzumab tirumotecan in previously treated metastatic triple-negative breast cancer: A randomized phase 3 trial. Nat Med 2025;31(6):1969-1975. Abstract Garrido-Castro AC et al. SACI-IO HR+: A randomized phase II trial of sacituzumab govitecan with or without pembrolizumab in patients with metastatic HR+/HER2-negative breast cancer. ASCO 2024;Abstract LBA1004. CME information and select publications

We open up Psalm 133 (one of the Psalms of Ascent) to see what the people of God were singing towards the end of their pilgrimage. It is a short and beautiful Psalm about how unity amongst God's people will bring glory to God to the uttermost parts of the earth – and somehow that involves beard oil and mountain dew!

Jose looks at how God moves into ever situation and breaks down the restoration process.

We're back to finish our discussion of trick-taking games, covering the end of the creative surge around 2000 and then the new resurgence of clever designs that we've seen since 2019. Like last month's episode, this one is a bit on the shorter side, but we promise to make up for it next month! We discuss: A game so complicated that Frank can't keep track of what cards have been played - and he (and Sandi) designed it! Why does Mike think that this game is "peak trick-taking"? The answer may surprise you...but it probably won't. How many Easter eggs can you find in this card panorama? Delicious, delicious Cat in the Box gummies (please do not eat) Once again, we apologize for the number of times that this topic requires us to say the word "trump." What have we missed? What should we discuss next? How are we wrong? Come visit our Discord server to chat with us and other like-minded game nerds! As always, thank you for listening. Please consider writing us an iTunes review if you like what you hear! We'd also love to have you visit our website and let us know what kinds of games we should discuss next. You're also more than welcome to comment on the episode page, or our Discord, or our Facebook page, or tag @ascentofboardgames on Bluesky. Whatever way you prefer to share your opinions with us, we'd love to hear them.  As always, we appreciate your listening - stay safe out there, and happy gaming! Website: https://www.ascentofboardgames.com Email: ascentofboardgames@gmail.com Discord: https://discord.gg/tdH3QAn  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ascentboardgames/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ascentofboardgames.bsky.social Discord: http://discord.ascentofboardgames.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ascentofboardgames/ And, very occasionally, Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/ascentofboardgames Intro and outro music is "Evening Melodrama" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com), licensed under a Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License. The Ascent of Board Games is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Some rights reserved. Thank you for listening!

Having received his Ph.D. in mathematical logic at Brandeis University, Rabbi Dr. Dovid Gottlieb went on to become Professor of Philosophy at Johns Hopkins University. Today he is a senior faculty member at Ohr Somayach in Jerusalem. An accomplished author and lecturer, Rabbi Gottlieb has electrified audiences with his stimulating and energetic presentations on ethical and philosophical issues. In Jewish Philosophy with Rabbi Dr. Gottlieb, we are invited to explore the most fascinating and elemental concepts of Jewish Philosophy. https://podcasts.ohr.edu/ podcasts@ohr.edu

Barry covers our 5th and final Psalm of Ascent, which takes us in a new direction. Aside from being beautifully elegant and inspiring, this psalm is challenging and a bit of a comeuppance. Often when we think of worshipping God, we visualize a sacred space with little distractions and a lot of awe. However, this […]

Join Taylor and Jose as they sit down with Dr. Carl Follingstad, a Bible Translation Consultant with Wycliffe, for a thoughtful conversation on constrained ambition—and how God works powerfully through it.

Psalm 127 From the Psalms of Ascent, Ascending with Christ. Sermon Notes & Liturgy Summer Reading Guide Christ City Church, Dallas, Texas July 27th, 2025

Psalm 124 offers a song of salvation for all of God's people. But could cynicism or self-sufficiency be preventing you from joining the song?

While we take a season break, we're bringing back this conversation with Rus Devora Wallen, who shares her own experience with a stroke, and lessons from her clients on how the greatest descents in our lives are often a preparation and a catalyst for unparalleled ascent. Find more of Rus Devorah's work on toratherapeutics.com ||* * * * * * *To inquire about sponsorship & advertising opportunities, please email us at info@humanandholy.comTo support our work, visit humanandholy.com/sponsor.Find us on Instagram @humanandholy & subscribe to our channel to stay up to date on all our upcoming conversations ✨Human & Holy podcast is available on all podcast streaming platforms. New episodes every Sunday & Wednesday on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts.* * * * * * *TIMESTAMPS0:00 - Introduction 1:55 - Meet Devora Wallen: Licensed Clinical Social Worker3:25 - Understanding Yerida L'Tzorech Aliyah (Descent for Ascent)5:46 - The Stroke Story: Shavuos Morning Crisis7:26 - Emergency Signs: When Something Goes Wrong9:50 - Hospital Experience & Spiritual Tools12:15 - The Turning Point: Gratitude & Second Life13:44 - Physical Transformation: Better Than Age 2515:26 - Managing High Energy Positively18:11 - Client Story: Postpartum Psychosis Recovery21:07 - Mirror Neurons & Relationship Dynamics23:41 - Unexpected Healing: Tourette's Syndrome Improvement24:44 - The Three-Legged Stool: Mind, Body, Soul26:36 - Depression 29:02 - Caring for Aging Parents & Life Changes30:43 - The Bike Ride Breakthrough31:41 - Moving Creates Motivation34:14 - Mitzvah Leads to Mitzvah35:20 - Three-Legged Stool Method Explained37:35 - Bedtime Breathing Contest Technique39:45 - Basic Breathing for Beginners41:12 - Live Meditation Demonstration Begins45:01 - Post-Meditation Discussion & Benefits46:54 - Mental Muscle Training & Daily Practice48:14 - Meditation as Mental Exercise, Not Relaxation49:30 - Closing Thoughts

Taylor and Jose sit down with Dr. Shawn Stoever to look at what it means to build your life and family on God.

Dr. Carl Follingstad continues the series looking at how God uses constrained ambitions.

Barry covers another Psalm of Ascent, a reminder of how and why we worship. Psalm 132 turns the idea of coming to worship on its head as we are not approaching God, hoping to get his attention so he will care about the things we care about. Instead, we find that God has already promised […]

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“How do I walk with God?” The Bible describes our journey with God as a pilgrimage. The Psalms of Ascent are ancient songs that travelers sang as they neared the physical place of worship. Today, we sing these songs as we spiritually journey upward toward God. Examples of Psalms of Ascent: 120-134. “How do I walk with God?” The Bible describes our journey with God as a pilgrimage. The Psalms of Ascent are ancient songs that travelers sang as they neared the physical place of worship. Today, we sing these songs as we spiritually journey upward toward God. Examples of Psalms of Ascent: 120-134.