Podcasts about Bargaining

Genesis 18:20-33Then the Lord said, ‘How great is the outcry against Sodom and Gomorrah and how very grave their sin! I must go down and see whether they have done altogether according to the outcry that has come to me; and if not, I will know.'So the men turned from there, and went towards Sodom, while Abraham remained standing before the Lord. Then Abraham came near and said, ‘Will you indeed sweep away the righteous with the wicked? Suppose there are fifty righteous within the city; will you then sweep away the place and not forgive it for the fifty righteous who are in it? Far be it from you to do such a thing, to slay the righteous with the wicked, so that the righteous fare as the wicked! Far be that from you! Shall not the Judge of all the earth do what is just?' And the Lord said, ‘If I find at Sodom fifty righteous in the city, I will forgive the whole place for their sake.' Abraham answered, ‘Let me take it upon myself to speak to the Lord, I who am but dust and ashes. Suppose five of the fifty righteous are lacking? Will you destroy the whole city for lack of five?' And he said, ‘I will not destroy it if I find forty-five there.' Again he spoke to him, ‘Suppose forty are found there.' He answered, ‘For the sake of forty I will not do it.' Then he said, ‘Oh do not let the Lord be angry if I speak. Suppose thirty are found there.' He answered, ‘I will not do it, if I find thirty there.' He said, ‘Let me take it upon myself to speak to the Lord. Suppose twenty are found there.' He answered, ‘For the sake of twenty I will not destroy it.' Then he said, ‘Oh do not let the Lord be angry if I speak just once more. Suppose ten are found there.' He answered, ‘For the sake of ten I will not destroy it.' And the Lord went his way, when he had finished speaking to Abraham; and Abraham returned to his place. How annoying is Abraham? What a nuisance. What a pest. What a nag. Am I right?And haven't we all been there? Begging. Pleading. Nagging. Bargaining with God for the things we want and need and long for in life?We wanted to start our first bit in this series with Abraham, because his prayer is – along with this Gospel bit from Jesus – like a primer of sorts for how we do – or could do – prayer as faithful people in the world.Because, for me, the most instructive, inspiring thing about Abraham tonight is that he embodies the things that, I believe, are marks of a faithful pray-er:First, Abraham knows – and is known by – the God to whom he prays. There's no way this is the first time he's been in conversation with his maker. In the story of Abraham, he is righteous from the get-go. [SLIDE 1] His faithful, righteousness is what set him apart in the first place – several chapters earlier – called to leave his homeland, his family, all he had ever known, and to travel – at God's direction – to be a blessing for the world. Abraham's faithful, righteous ways are the reason God chose him, to begin with, to be the father of a great nation. They had struck deals with each other before – Abraham and God. They had made covenants, held promises, counted the stars together, traveled long distances. These two – Abraham and the Divine – knew each other; they were very well-acquainted; they were intimately familiar, one with the other.Secondly, Abraham is humble. Not only has he done God's bidding in so many ways until we meet up with him tonight, in all the ways I've already described, but we get a glimpse of his humility in his praying today. For one, he declares himself nothing more than dust and ashes. (He would have gladly covered his shoulders with sackcloth for the occasion, I suspect.) And before his petitions, over and over again, he asks permission, with deference to God's power: “Let me take it upon myself to speak to the Lord…” “If you'll allow me…” “If I may…” And lastly – for my money, anyway – Abraham is as bold as he is righteous and humble. Perhaps he's bold because he is so righteous and humble. Because he has such a faithful, familiar relationship with his God and because he's so genuinely humble in the presence of his Lord, Abraham is not shy about shooting his shot; about asking for his heart's desire; about putting the screws to the God of all creation, like he does. “But what if there are 50 … what about 45 … okay 40 … okay 30, 20, 10 …” “Far be it from you, God, to do such a thing…” That takes some nerve and persistence, don't you think?So, again, when I think about the posture and perspective with which we enter into the prayers of our ancestors tonight and in the days to come – and as we wonder about the way we pray, ourselves – I think Abraham is a model worth emulating: Let's engage a faithful regular relationship – let us practice and pray often; Let us approach God with deference and humility; And then let us be bold; let us say what we mean, what we need, let us be honest and clear about what we long for – trusting that God already knows anyway.Which brings me to Jesus – and that bit from Luke's Gospel. The disciples have just asked Jesus to teach them how to pray and, after some petitions that have since been turned into the Lord's Prayer, Jesus does all of that “Ask, Search, Knock” stuff.“Ask and it will be given to you. Search and you will find. Knock and the door will be opened for you.” And that's hard because who would believe it? “Ask, search, knock?” It sounds so easy, too simple, impossible and unlikely, really, that God would bother with any of what any one of us has to say. And we can all cite examples, I'm sure, that prove Jesus wrong: times when questions didn't have answers; times when we never found what we were looking for; times when doors – not only wouldn't open – but times when doors were slammed in our face.That's why I think Jesus must have been up to something else. After all, very rarely is Jesus so certain about anything as he seems to be here. All throughout his ministry he answers questions with questions. He teaches in parables, not lectures. He leaves so much up in the air about the very nature of his identity, even, all the way up to the very end when he's about to be crucified. Yet, we read this passage about prayer and want so badly for this one to be black and white or cut and dried.But, maybe Jesus was up to something else, entirely, when he invited us to pray. And I have to believe it didn't have so much to do with any one of us getting whatever we want at any given moment. I happen to believe Jesus is trying to teach us – little children that we can be too much of the time – about what we need to live differently as people of faith in this world.I believe Jesus invites us to pray, not so that we'll get whatever it is we want or simply that we'll change the things and the stuff and the circumstances in our day to day lives. I believe Jesus invites us to pray so that we will be changed – from the inside out – when we learn to encounter the things and the stuff and the circumstances in our day-to-day lives with hearts and minds centered on God's place and power in the midst of it all.And I think that's what the gift of regular, humble, bold praying – like Abraham and practiced – still offers to us as believers.Samuel Shoemaker is a long-dead Episcopal priest, who gets credit for saying something like, “Prayer may not change things for you, but it sure changes you for things.”“Prayer may not change things for you, but it sure changes you for things.” See, the other thing you might notice about Abraham's prayer tonight – and the truth about the rest of that story – is that it his prayer didn't have anything to do with him. And God didn't answer it exactly as Abraham seemed to expect, either. That's not the moral of this story – Sodom and Gomorrah were decimated, in the end, remember.See, maybe, with all of that back and forth with God, Abraham was negotiating grace just for the sake of it. Maybe, with all of that bargaining, Abraham was testing the capacity of God's compassion. Maybe, in all of that math and number-crunching, Abraham was trying to measure the mercy of his maker. But the truth seems to be, some have said, that Abraham was doing all of that praying with hopes that God would spare the life of his nephew Lot and his family. Abraham's persistent longing wasn't for his own blessing and benefit. It was all for the protection, blessing, and benefit of someone he knew and loved – even if they had been estranged and separated, as the story goes.And if that's the power and purpose and result of our praying – if our prayer doesn't always change things for us, but changes the way we care about and consider things for others and the world around us – that's a gift and a blessing that can't be measured.“Prayer may not change things for you, but it sure changes you for things.”So let us pray. Let us ask, search, and knock. Let us be faithful, humble, and bold. Let us be selfish if we dare, but let us be prepared for God to make us selfless, just the same. Let us be greedy, if we must. But let us be open and prepared for God to turn that greed into generosity. Let us be persistent and unyielding in our requests, but don't be so sure – or surprised – if God turns that into trust and patience, in the end.I believe prayer changes things, as even the cheesiest bumper sticker suggests, no matter how or when or what we're praying for. But I believe that, when we pray like Abraham – with faith, humility, and bold expectation, on behalf of others – the first thing prayer will change – by God's grace – is us.Amen

A little something different this time. We play a one shot mini-dungeon from AAW Games very excellent Mini-Dungeon Tome 2, Explosive Bargaining modified slightly to fit into the kingdom of Legacy. note, this is a two parter. Part two will release in two weeks and then we will get back on track with season 2.Join the Misfits, Sundrey, Hootie, and GlosGlocks as they high jack the feed to bring you a 2 parter that explores another area of the Kingdom, Nostow!Britt H plays HootieShane F plays SundreyChris A plays Glosglocks

A Senate Bill in Olympia that would have given Washington farmworkers the right to collective bargaining has died, for this year anyway.

Chicago's letter carriers gather on the Southside as they prepare for upcoming contract negotiations with the US Postal Service

Chicago's letter carriers gather on the Southside as they prepare for upcoming contract negotiations with the US Postal Service

Chicago's letter carriers gather on the Southside as they prepare for upcoming contract negotiations with the US Postal Service

Bargaining, Billionaires, & Baseball... Your host, Tyler Scheid is joined by former MLB player turned content creator, Trevor May! Together they slide into the innings & outs around the big business of professional sports, specifically Major League Baseball (the MLB). Tune in as they run the bases of salary caps, player pay, franchise values, & the possibility of a lockout. There's a lot to learn & these two really hit a homerun with their combined knowledge! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this action-packed episode of the America's Work Force Union Podcast, we tackle the legislative and local battles shaping the lives of industrial workers in the Midwest and beyond. Segment 1: Policy and Pathways with U.S. Rep. Nikki Budzinski U.S. Rep. Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) joins the show to discuss her "worker-centered" agenda in Washington. As the lead sponsor of the LEAP Act, Budzinski explains how bipartisan tax incentives can expand registered union apprenticeships, providing a debt-free route to the middle class. The Battle for Granite City: An update on the ongoing fight to secure long-term investment for U.S. Steel's Granite City Works. Fair Trade: Why the upcoming USMCA review is a critical moment for domestic manufacturing and trade enforcement. The $15 Minimum Wage: Lessons learned from her time leading wage negotiations in Illinois. Segment 2: Contract Victories with Pat Gallagher Pat Gallagher, President of the North Coast Labor Federation, breaks down major developments for the United Steelworkers (USW). Libbey Glass Ratification: More than 1,000 workers in Toledo have officially ratified a new agreement, ending a five-month strike marked by hedge fund pressure and demands for concessions. Oil Sector Bargaining: The latest on the tentative agreement with Marathon, designed to set the "pattern" for safety and wage standards across the industry. Global Steel Overcapacity: A look at how the Congressional Steel Caucus is addressing the 700-million-ton global surplus that threatens U.S. jobs. Key Topics Covered: Registered Apprenticeships (LEAP Act) United Steelworkers (USW) Contracts Toledo Libbey Glass Strike Resolution Pattern Bargaining in the Oil Industry USMCA Trade Review and Steel Dumping

Send a textManisha Patel is known for combining deep legal expertise with a calm, practical, and compassionate approach that helps clients make good decisions in some of the most stressful moments of their lives. As a collaborative family law attorney, certified mediator, and founder of a boutique family law firm in Greensboro, North Carolina, Manisha focuses on helping families navigate separation, divorce, and co-parenting with less conflict and more clarity, using collaborative law and mediation to keep people out of courtroom battles whenever possible. She is an elected Councilor to the North Carolina State Bar and past President of the Greensboro Bar Association, as well as a longtime leader in organizations that support women in the legal profession, pro bono service, and lawyer wellness. Her new book, End Your Marriage Peacefully: Your Guide to Successful Collaborative Divorce in North Carolina launches in 2026. | After over eight years in private practice, I left a secure job to open my solo family law firm in 2018. I decided I wanted to practice family law with a client/relationship centered focus and truly help families. I eventually shifted the majority of my practice from traditional litigation to alternative dispute resolution (ADR). I truly feel that through ADR and collaborative family law specifically, I am helping families navigate the transition period and ultimately restructuring how their families function on the day to day. | Law Office of Manisha P. Patel, PLLCwww.lawofficeofmpp.com | manisha.p.patel@gmail.comSign up for one of our negotiation courses at ShikinaNegotiationAcademy.comThanks for listening to Negotiation with Alice! Please subscribe and connect with us on LinkedIn and Instagram!

Join Sara Fergenson (@sarafergenson) and Jess Sterling (@thejesssterling) as they chat about Season 6 Episodes 1+2 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Bargaining Parts 1+2. They discuss Giles' sudden departure, Buffy coming back from the dead, and their disappointment in the first two episodes.You can WATCH this podcast on our YouTube channel!Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @shit90spod.Email us at shit90spod@gmail.comVisit our website at www.shit90spod.comSpecial thanks to JD McGuire (@jdmcguire) for our theme songAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The federal budget us under negotiations again, with funding for Trump's controversial DHS playing a key role in negotiations. On Today's Show:Siobhan Hughes, a reporter covering Congress from The Wall Street Journal's Washington bureau, talks about the latest from Congress, and whether a deal or a partial shutdown of the federal government is more likely.

Upgrade to the Premium Podcast Experience - https://rachelhollis.supercast.comDive even Deeper in the Coaching Community - Rachel Hollis CoachingCheck out Upcoming Live Events!!In this episode, Rachel Hollis addresses the frustration of working hard towards goals without making significant progress. She identifies common pitfalls like self-sabotage disguised as productive activity, goal avoidance, and the allure of potential over commitment.Get your copy of Rachel's New Book Here: Audible, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Millon, Bookshop.org, or wherever books are sold!00:26 Meet Rachel Hollis: Your Guide to Real Life01:06 Understanding High Achievers and Their Struggles01:39 The Origin of Today's Episode02:38 The Sneaky Trap of Goal Avoidance05:13 Deferred Courage Syndrome: A Common Pitfall11:07 The Illusion of Preparation13:38 Bargaining with Fear: A Dangerous Game14:35 Motherhood and Personal Goals: Finding Balance19:17 Addicted to Potential: The Allure of 'Someday'23:47 The Fear of Failure: Why It Holds You Back25:52 Building a Supportive Community27:30 Conclusion: Aligning Actions with GoalsSign up for Rachel's weekly email: https://msrachelhollis.com/insider/Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicemail! Call (737) 400-4626Watch the podcast on YouTube: http://youtube.com/@MsRachelHollisFollow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MsRachelHollisTo 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send us a textLife and parenting often feels so fraught, so overwhelming, and so frustrating. We're navigating unprecedented attacks on queer and trans folks and youth. Of course, as parents, we stay vigilant, trying to anticipate what might come next so we can support and protect our kids. But even as we hunt for answers to all our practical questions, we still need something else to keep us going: sources of hope, grounding, and inspiration. Today, we get to offer you just that through the incredible work of BAGLY, the Boston Alliance of LGBTQ+ Youth—a youth-led, adult-supported organization that has spent nearly fifty years building safe spaces, affirming identities, and lifting up queer and trans young people. For half a century, BAGLY has been a beacon of belonging, envisioning a future where LGBTQ+ youth not only survive, but shine, shaping Boston and far beyondSpecial Guest: Elliott-Timothy ViridianElliott-Timothy Viridian is an educator, writer, poet, and essayist from the greater US South. Viridian has written extensively about his upbringing, black feminist politics, and black masculinities within and around the Southern Black tradition. Viridian has spoken and continues to speak across the country on queer issues & rights.Special Guest: Evander RagsdaleEvander Ragsdale (he/they) is a freshman at Skidmore College studying English. He has been with BAGLY for over a year and spends his free time writing and playing ultimate frisbee.Special Guest: Kris ChoKris Cho (any/all) is a queer Korean American poet and educator hailing from Mid-Missouri. They currently work at BAGLY as the Youth Leadership and Advocacy Coordinator. Prior to BAGLY, Kris worked as a Bargaining and Campaign Strategy Coordinator for the Massachusetts Teachers Association and a Slam Poetry Coach at John D. O'Bryant School for Mathematics and Science, where they are currently a poet-in-residence. They are a 2023 Best of the Net nominee, a 2024 RWW Poetry Fellow, and 2025 Periplus Fellow. Their debut chapbook Chosun Cowboy (Abode Press) will be published in 2026.Links from the Show: Bagly websiteJoin Mama Dragons todayIn the Den is made possible by generous donors like you. Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today. Support the showConnect with Mama Dragons:WebsiteInstagramFacebookDonate to this podcast

Two state laws could transform labor relations in the United States. In both California and Massachusetts, statutes now allow rideshare drivers to organize at the sectoral level: one union could represent all drivers in each state. Both represent a bold experiment—one that departs from the way labor relations has been regulated for more than a century. And each could produce the biggest spike in unionization in decades. But will they work? Will drivers actually organize? And if they do, will the result bump up against federal law? Our expert panel will break down the historical, legal, and policy implications of these bold new laws.Featuring:David Madland, Senior Fellow & Senior Adviser, American Worker Project, Center for American ProgressWilliam L. Messenger, Vice President & Legal Director, National Right to Work Legal Defense and Education Foundation, Inc.(Moderator) Alexander T. MacDonald, Shareholder & Co-Chair, Workplace Policy Institute, Littler Mendelson P.C.

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Which phase of the stages of grief are YOU in when it comes to realizing the Sens will not make the playoffs this season: Denial? Anger? Bargaining? Depression? Acceptance? We talk through the off-ice "BS" that clearly had its effect on goalies and the locker room.

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: Bargaining Brilliance: Elena's Tenochtitlan Triumph Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2026-01-12-23-34-01-es Story Transcript:Es: El sol del invierno brillaba sobre el bullicioso mercado de Tenochtitlan.En: The winter sun shone over the bustling market of Tenochtitlan.Es: Elena caminaba entre los puestos, cada uno lleno de telas de colores vivos y aromas de especias exóticas.En: Elena walked among the stalls, each filled with brightly colored fabrics and the aromas of exotic spices.Es: A su lado, Mateo observaba con curiosidad y cautela.En: Beside her, Mateo observed with curiosity and caution.Es: Sabía que Elena tenía una misión: conseguir textiles de alta calidad para su negocio.En: He knew Elena had a mission: to acquire high-quality textiles for her business.Es: "Debe ser el lugar perfecto," dijo Elena, señalando un puesto lleno de hermosas telas.En: "This must be the perfect place," Elena said, pointing to a stall filled with beautiful fabrics.Es: El mercader, un hombre con mirada astuta, se acercó para saludar.En: The merchant, a man with a shrewd look, approached to greet her.Es: "Buenas tardes, señorita.En: "Good afternoon, miss.Es: ¿En qué puedo ayudarla?"En: How can I help you?"Es: Elena observó las telas con cuidado.En: Elena carefully examined the fabrics.Es: Quería lo mejor, pero al preguntar el precio, frunció el ceño.En: She wanted the best, but when she asked the price, she frowned.Es: El valor era más alto de lo que esperaba.En: The cost was higher than she expected.Es: Mateo le susurró: "Elena, puede que sea muy caro."En: Mateo whispered to her, "Elena, it might be very expensive."Es: Elena, sin embargo, no se desanimó.En: Elena, however, was not discouraged.Es: Tenía un plan.En: She had a plan.Es: "Señor, su material es sin duda excelente," dijo con seguridad, "pero necesito que el precio refleje su valor justo."En: "Sir, your material is undoubtedly excellent," she said confidently, "but I need the price to reflect its fair value."Es: El mercader la miró, interesado.En: The merchant looked at her, interested.Es: Elena continuó: "Estas telas tienen un tejido fino y colores brillantes.En: Elena continued, "These fabrics have fine weaving and bright colors.Es: Sé reconocer un buen material.En: I can recognize good material.Es: Si me ofrece un precio razonable, prometo ser una cliente fiel."En: If you offer me a reasonable price, I promise to be a loyal customer."Es: Mateo observaba en silencio, admirando la determinación de Elena.En: Mateo watched in silence, admiring Elena's determination.Es: La tensión en el aire empezó a disiparse cuando el mercader, impresionado, sonrió.En: The tension in the air began to dissipate when the merchant, impressed, smiled.Es: "No todos los días encuentro a alguien tan conocedor.En: "Not every day do I meet someone so knowledgeable.Es: Está bien, te daré un buen precio."En: All right, I'll give you a good price."Es: Con el trato acordado, Elena sonrió satisfecha.En: With the deal agreed upon, Elena smiled with satisfaction.Es: Pagó por las telas y agradeció al mercader.En: She paid for the fabrics and thanked the merchant.Es: "Tienes un buen ojo," comentó Mateo cuando se alejaron del puesto.En: "You have a good eye," Mateo commented as they walked away from the stall.Es: "Ahora sé que tendremos éxito."En: "Now I know we will succeed."Es: Elena se sentía más segura que nunca.En: Elena felt more confident than ever.Es: Había logrado un buen precio con su conocimiento y confianza.En: She had secured a good price with her knowledge and confidence.Es: De regreso a casa, el aire fresco del mercado parecía más alegre.En: On the way back home, the fresh market air seemed more cheerful.Es: Había ganado no solo telas de calidad, sino también respeto y una alianza más fuerte con Mateo.En: She had gained not only quality fabrics but also respect and a stronger alliance with Mateo.Es: El mercado de Tenochtitlan seguía bullicioso y lleno de vida.En: The market of Tenochtitlan remained bustling and full of life.Es: Para Elena, cada color y cada aroma parecían celebrar su victoria.En: For Elena, every color and aroma seemed to celebrate her victory.Es: Ella y Mateo se dirigieron a su próximo destino, listos para enfrentar nuevos desafíos juntos.En: She and Mateo headed to their next destination, ready to face new challenges together. Vocabulary Words:the winter: el inviernobustling: bulliciosothe stall: el puestobrightly colored: colores vivosexotic: exóticascuriosity: curiosidadcaution: cautelahigh-quality: alta calidadthe merchant: el mercadershrewd: astutato frown: fruncir el ceñoto whisper: susurrarto be discouraged: desanimarsethe weaving: el tejidoknowledgeable: conocedorloyal: fieldetermination: determinaciónto dissipate: disiparseto admire: admirarto secure: asegurarconfidence: confianzaaroma: aromato celebrate: celebrarthe alliance: la alianzathe price: el precioreasonable: razonablethe tension: la tensiónfresh: frescothe deal: el tratothe success: el éxito

MLB Takes Away Another Chip in Royals Bargaining vs. Kansas and Missouri | Mundo Clip 1-9-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Going to spool up the podcast for season 9. 25 years with the City. This is going to be a fun year. Bargaining is coming.

The Middle East is shifting again, and fast. In this wide-ranging overview, Aimen and Thomas break down the hidden forces reshaping the geopolitical chessboard as 2025 draws to a close. In this episode, Aimen and Thomas uncover: The power of Saudi Arabia's discovery of vast rare-earth reserves The U.S.–Saudi grand bargain Why the F-35 sale to Saudi Arabia rattled Israel and what it means for the future of the Abraham Accords Iran's deepening water crisis and Gulf states' preparations for instability The simmering tensions between India and Pakistan Afghanistan's compounded crises Join the Conflicted Community here: https://conflicted.supportingcast.fm/  Find us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MHconflicted And Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MHconflicted And Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/conflictedpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Conflicted is a Message Heard production. Executive Producers: Jake Warren & Max Warren. Produced by Thomas Small and edited by Lizzy Andrews. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Earlier this year, Utah saw one of its biggest political battles over banning collective bargaining for public unions—a fight that sparked a referendum with more than 300,000 signatures. Well, now, as a part of the special session tomorrow, lawmakers will vote to repeal that controversial law. Why the sudden shift? Rep. Jordan Tuescher, the sponsor of this ban on collective bargaining for Public Unions (HB 267), joins the show live. And on the other side of this debate, Jessica Stauffer, Nurse at U of U Hospital and President of the Communication Workers of America (CWA 7765), which is a part of Protect Utah Workers Coalition, joins the show to share her response to this move and what comes next if the fight returns next year.

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Welcome to The Daily, where we study the Bible verse by verse, chapter by chapter, every day. Today's shout-out goes to Jeff Grasty from Rock Hill, SC. Thank you for your partnership with us through Project23. Our text today is Judges 11:29-31. Then the Spirit of the Lord was upon Jephthah, and he passed through Gilead and Manasseh and passed on to Mizpah of Gilead, and from Mizpah of Gilead he passed on to the Ammonites. And Jephthah made a vow to the Lord and said, "If you will give the Ammonites into my hand, then whatever comes out from the doors of my house to meet me when I return in peace from the Ammonites shall be the Lord's, and I will offer it up for a burnt offering." — Judges 11:29-31 Here is that terminology again: "the Spirit of the Lord clothed Jephthah." Meaning God himself equipped him with power for the battle. Victory was already guaranteed because God was already present. But Jephthah didn't rest in that assurance. He made a vow—an unnecessary bargain with God. This was the irony: the Spirit of God was enough, yet Jephthah bartered like it wasn't. Jephthah complicated his doubt with a detrimental bargain. We are all guilty of this. God gives us the Holy Spirit, the very presence and power that raised Jesus from the dead. Yet instead of moving forward in faith, we add conditions. We say, "God, if you show up, I'll be faithful. If you bless me, then I'll obey. If you fix this, then I'll finally trust You." When he already lives within us. But bargaining with God is not faith—it's fear dressed up as faith. It reveals our insecurity more than our devotion. The Spirit of God already provides everything we need for life and godliness (2 Peter 1:3). Remember, when you add conditions, you don't secure more of God's favor—you forfeit the peace of trusting Him. The Spirit is enough. Always has been. Always will be. So identify where you've been making deals with God, and instead act in simple, Spirit-led obedience. ASK THIS: Where am I complicating God's promises with my own conditions? How am I bargaining with God instead of simply believing Him? What step of faith could I take today to show I trust His Spirit is enough? DO THIS: Stop adding fine print to God's promises. Identify one area where you've been making deals with God, and instead act in simple, Spirit-led obedience. PRAY THIS: Lord, forgive me for complicating what You've already completed. Help me to rest in Your Spirit, trust Your promises, and move forward in bold faith without bargaining. Amen. PLAY THIS: "Same Power."

For a lot of us, repentance was a transaction.A religious bargaining tool.We were told: “You sinned. God's angry. Say sorry — and mean it — and maybe He'll forgive you.”Repentance was framed as an emotional negotiation with a short-tempered God. But what if repentance was never about appeasing God — but about awakening to God?Let's dig in.Hester Ministries⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Present Truth Academy ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Rorschach God⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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We've got a lot to talk about today, but we don't have many guests so we'll also have plenty of time for calls! 844-899-TVLR if you want to call in. In the first half of the program, we're talking about the shutdown, responding to your emails, and giving you the latest on Volkswagen UAW negotiations.✦ ABOUT ✦The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do the same, and bringing relevant news to workers in Alabama and beyond.Our single largest source of revenue *is our listeners* so your support really matters and helps us stay on the air!Make a one time donation or become a monthly donor on our website or patreon:TVLR.FMPatreon.com/thevalleylaborreportVisit our official website for more info on the show, membership, our sponsors, merch, and more: https://www.tvlr.fmFollow TVLR on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheValleyLab...Follow TVLR on Twitter: @LaborReportersFollow Jacob on Twitter: @JacobM_ALFollow TVLR Co-Creator David Story on Twitter: @RadiclUnionist✦ CONTACT US ✦Our phone number is 844-899-TVLR (8857), call or text us live on air, or leave us a voicemail and we might play it during the show!✦ OUR ADVERTISERS KEEP US ON THE AIR! ✦Support them if you can.The attorneys at MAPLES, TUCKER, AND JACOB fight for working people. Let them represent you in your workplace injury claim. Mtandj.com; (855) 617-9333The MACHINISTS UNION represents workers in several industries including healthcare, the defense industry, woodworking, and more. iamaw44.org (256) 286-3704 / organize@iamaw44.orgDo you need good union laborers on your construction site, or do you want a union construction job? Reach out to the IRONWORKERS LOCAL 477. Ironworkers477.org  256-383-3334 (Jeb Miles) / local477@bellsouth.netThe NORTH ALABAMA DSA is looking for folks to work for a better North Alabama, fighting for liberty and justice for all. Contact / Join: DSANorthAlabama@gmail.comIBEW LOCAL 136 is a group of over 900 electricians and electrical workers providing our area with the finest workforce in the construction industry. You belong here. ibew136.org Contact: (205) 833-0909IFPTE - We are engineers, scientists, nonprofit employees, technicians, lawyers, and many other professions who have joined together to have a greater voice in our careers. With over 80,000 members spread across the U.S. and Canada, we invite you and your colleagues to consider the benefits of engaging in collective bargaining. IFPTE.org Contact: (202) 239-4880THE HUNTSVILLE INDUSTRIAL WORKERS OF THE WORLD is a union open to any and all working people. Call or email them today to begin organizing your workplace - wherever it is. On the Web: https://hsviww.org/ Contact: (256) 651-6707 / organize@hsviww.orgENERGY ALABAMA is accelerating Alabama's transition to sustainable energy. We are a nonprofit membership-based organization that has advocated for clean energy in Alabama since 2014. Our work is based on three pillars: education, advocacy, and technical assistance. Energy Alabama on the Web: https://alcse.org/ Contact: (256) 812-1431 / dtait@energyalabama.orgThe Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union represents in a wide range of industries, including but not limited to retail, grocery stores, poultry processing, dairy processing, cereal processing, soda bottlers, bakeries, health care, hotels, manufacturing, public sector workers like crossing guards, sanitation, and highway workers, warehouses, building services,  and distribution. Learn more at RWDSU.infoThe American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) is the largest federal employee union proudly representing 700,000 federal and D.C. government workers nationwide and overseas. Learn more at AFGE.orgAre you looking for a better future, a career that can have you set for life, and to be a part of something that's bigger than yourself?   Consider a skilled trades apprenticeship with the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades. Learn more at IUPAT.orgUnionly is a union-focused company created specifically to support organized labor. We believe that providing online payments should be simple, safe, and secure.  Visit https://unionly.io/ to learn more.Hometown Action envisions inclusive, revitalized, and sustainable communities built through multiracial working class organizing and leadership development at the local and state level to create opportunities for all people to thrive. Learn more at hometownaction.orgMembers of IBEW have some of the best wages and benefits in North Alabama. Find out more and join their team at ibew558.org ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

We have some important announcements that you won't want to miss this episode! The girls are changing the temple, we're talking about Zeus's Temple and statue that was considered an ancient wonder and making bargains with Hades and Persephone for more time with the living as we prepare for next weeks episode about Orpheus and Eurydice.Chapters:0:00 — What are the girls doing?4:22 — MAJOR Temple Changes!!15:26 — The girls are going to Athens and Eleusis22:38 — Zeus at Olympia an Ancient Wonder29:47 — Orpheus and Eurydice36:26 — Bargaining with Hades and PersephoneCheck out our Patreon, Styx and Bones Temple's Store, Blogs and more! ⁠⁠⁠https://beacons.ai/styxandboness⁠FOLLOW STYX AND BONES ON SOCIAL MEDIAhttps://www.instagram.com/styxandbonespodcast⁠⁠⁠FOLLOW HIGH PRIESTESS CHELSEA⁠https://www.instagram.com/highpriestesschelsea⁠⁠⁠FOLLOW DR. K⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/dirtdiaries_⁠⁠⁠

China’s dominance of rare earths has given Xi Jinping powerful leverage over Donald Trump ahead of their expected meeting next week. On today’s Big Take Asia podcast, host K. Oanh Ha and Bloomberg’s Daniel Ten Kate dig into how China is weaponizing rare earths and what the economic standoff means for a trade deal and the future of US-China relations. Read more: Xi Is Never Giving Up His Newfound Leverage Over TrumpFurther listening: Xi’s Bromance Diplomacy Is Challenging Trump’s World OrderThe Rebel Army Behind One of the World’s Major Rare-Earth SuppliesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Need help with a negotiation? Text us and we'll feature your question on the show.What separates good negotiators from great ones? In this episode of Negotiation Made Simple, Wharton professor Richard Shell, author of Bargaining for Advantage and one of the world's foremost experts on negotiation, joins the show to share what he's learned from decades of teaching Navy SEALs, CEOs, diplomats, and entrepreneurs how to win deals and build trust.You'll learn how to turn agreements into lasting commitments, how to use relationships as real leverage, and how ethics, psychology, and preparation all play a role in shaping outcomes. Somewhere in this conversation, Shell reveals the one thing great negotiators do differently—a simple habit that consistently separates the amateurs from the masters.Get My Book: Negotiation Made SimpleSchedule a Live WorkshopSchedule a Private WorkshopGet Private Coaching from MeGain Access to My Online CourseFollow Me on LinkedIn

This week's episode discusses a national-level interpretive dispute recently filed by NALC regarding S&DCs (Sorting & Delivery Centers), followed by a look at the Protect Our Letter Carriers Act. Then, we hear from four members of the Branch Leaders group: Kelsey Crosbie, Columbus, OH Branch 78; Linda Johnson, Duluth, MN Branch 114; Veronica Ramirez, Arlington Heights, IL Branch 2810; and Vincent Smith, Worcester, MA Branch 12. This episode is also available to watch on YouTube. Hear more from Rank-and-File Bargaining Committee members here. Have questions you'd like answered on the podcast? Email social@nalc.org. Keep up with NALC on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Bluesky and Threads!   00:06:51 - What is an S&DC? 00:15:15 - Route adjustments and evaluations 00:16:38  - What is an MOU? 00:18:43 - TIAREAP expiration and M-02006/02007 00:21:27 - Route adjustment process 00:24:12 - The interpretive dispute 00:27:52 - Protect Our Letter Carriers Act 00:44:47 - Q&A 00:52:10 - Roundtable with Newer Member Rank-and-File committee members

Bushra Khalidi, Policy Lead for Oxfam in the Occupied Palestinian Territory, outlines the difficulties facing organisations hoping to distribute aid in Gaza.

A respected local University shocked its faculty and its students recently by abruptly ending labor negotiations and invoking a religious exemption to shut down a campus union. In this episode, we hear from professors fighting for fair pay, job security, and respect in a high-stakes labor battle at Loyola Marymount University.Brian Wisch and Linh Hwa, both non-tenure track (NTT) faculty at LMU and members of the union, explain the vital importance of NTT teachers at colleges and universities, discuss their working conditions and wages at LMU, and recount how ongoing labor negotiations were scuttled last month when the Jesuit university claimed national labor law did not apply to the school.Some recent coverage:Loyola Marymount abruptly rescinds recognition of faculty union, claiming religious exemption: Loyola Marymount said it will no longer recognize its faculty unionWhat's at stake as USC and LMU push back against untenured faculty unions?Loyola Marymount Announces It Will No Longer Recognize Faculty Labor Union, Followed by Heated Town Hall MeetingLoyolan “Voices of the Newsroom” Podcast: Other Links and ResourcesSafeguarding LMU's Future: A Message from LMU Board Chair Paul VivianoLMU: The Path ForwardLMU Student Labor and Employment Law Society Urges Admin, Board to Return to Bargaining with NTT FacultyFaculty in LMU's Theological Studies Department Call on Admin, Board to Revoke Claims of “Religious Exemption” to UnionsLMU alumni, families, staff, faculty colleagues, and community supporters template to send a message to the admin and board: https://secure.everyaction.com/zLZIqaL4ZkivQMzvMF3gjw2The LMU NTT faculty union Instagram account: https://www.instagram.com/lmu_nttfaculty/What's Next, Los Angeles? is produced and hosted by Mike Bonin, in partnership with LA Forward.

Canadian lumber hit with another 10 percent tariff in US President Donald Trump's trade war. Bargaining is set to resume today as Alberta teachers' strike enters second week Military takes control of Madagascar after parliament impeaches President Andry Rajoelina . Israel says it will not reopen the Rafah border between Gaza and Egypt after Hamas releases just 4 of 28 deceased hostages. 2 Venezuelan activists, now living in Colombia, shot in what police call "targetted attack." US Media outlets refuse to agree to new Defense Department rules limiting access to the Pentagon. Pop star Shawn Mendes joined by Indigenous artist Tia Wood on stage in Vancouver for powerful moment of representation.

This week dives into two national-level interpretive disputes recently filed by NALC. Then, we hear from four members of the Rank-and-File Bargaining Committee Contract Enforcers group: Yvette Kinard, New York, NY Branch 36; Juan Munoz, Corpus Christi, TX Branch 1259; Eric Porter, Sheboygan, WI Branch 102; Michael Ridgely, Silver Spring, MD Branch 2611 00:06:40 - Interpretive Step 00:15:40 - Article 15 00:19:31 - Two recent national-level interpretive disputes 00:53:26 - Roundtable with members of the Contract Enforcers Rank-and-File Bargaining Committee 01:31:14 - Ask the Mailbag

Special Assistant to the President Doug Lape joins the podcast to go in-depth on the structure and goals of the Rank-And-File Bargaining Committees. Then, we hear from four members of the Branch Leaders group: Valerie Castillo, Salem, OR Branch 347; James Collins, Knoxville, TN Branch 419; Elise Foster, Chicago, IL Branch 11; Leigh Smith, Decatur, GA Branch 2225 Watch the full episode here. Hear more from Rank-and-File Bargaining Committee members here. Have questions you'd like answered on the podcast? Email social@nalc.org. Keep up with NALC on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Bluesky and Threads!   00:09:22 - Interview with Special Assistant to the President Doug Lape 00:13:21 - Developing the Rank-and-File Bargaining Committees 00:18:18 - How were committee members selected? 00:23:30 - Goals 00:27:18 - Reports and meeting minutes 00:33:00 - What info and materials did the committees review? 00:35:30 - Structure and schedule / Economic proposals 00:45:00 - What's next? 00:47:10 - Feedback 00:49:40 - Roundtable with members of the Branch Leaders Rank-and-File Bargaining Committee

Murph & Markus - The Big Hit: Giants officially eliminated from playoff contention, so what stage of grief are you in? Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Depression, or AcceptanceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Murph & Markus - The Big Hit: Giants officially eliminated from playoff contention, so what stage of grief are you in? Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Depression, or AcceptanceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Unity is acting together even when we don't think alike. And one of the primary aims of the American Constitution is to support a democracy of those unified in diversity. Yuval Levin joins Mark Labberton to explore the precarious state of American constitutional life and the imbalance of power between the branches of the U.S. government. Drawing from his book America's Covenant, Levin argues that the Founders designed the Constitution above all to preserve unity in a divided society. Yet today, he warns, the imbalance of power—particularly the weakness of Congress and the rise of presidential authority—threatens democratic legitimacy. In this conversation, Levin reflects on originalism, the courts, Donald Trump's expanding influence, and the dangers of both passivity and autocracy. With clarity and urgency, he calls for renewed civic engagement and for Congress to reclaim its central role. Episode Highlights “Unity doesn't mean thinking alike. Unity means acting together. And the question for a modern political society is how do we act together when we don't think alike?” “The biggest problem we have is that Congress is under-active, radically under-active and has turned itself into a spectator.” “The president is in charge of the executive branch, but the executive branch is not in charge of the American government.” “I am very concerned about this kind of Caesar-ism. I think it is very dangerous.” “What we're seeing is constitutional creep, where the president is pushing and nobody's pushing back, and only Congress can do it.” “I worry a lot about Donald Trump. But the reason I worry is because Congress isn't doing its job.” “The politics of an autocratic state is a politics of spectators, and we just cannot become spectators.” “All of us will find ourselves in the minority sooner or later.” Helpful Links and Resources America's Covenant: The Constitution and the Path to National Unity, by Yuval Levin American Enterprise Institute (Find Yuval Levin's current research and publications) *New York Times Opinion* – Yuval Levin's columns at the New York Times About Yuval Levin Yuval Levin is director of Social, Cultural, and Constitutional Studies at the American Enterprise Institute (AEI), where he also holds the Beth and Ravenel Curry Chair in Public Policy. He is the founder and editor of National Affairs, senior editor of The New Atlantis, a contributing editor at National Review, and a contributing opinion writer at The New York Times. He is the author of several books on political theory and public policy, most recently American Covenant: How the Constitution Unified Our Nation—and Could Again (Basic Books, 2024), which examines the U.S. Constitution through the lens of national unity in a divided society. Show Notes Constitutional unity and division Yuval Levin summarizes America's Covenant as a reintroduction to the Constitution framed around the challenge of unity in diversity. “Unity doesn't mean thinking alike. Unity means acting together.” The Constitution prioritizes bargaining, negotiation, and legitimacy over efficiency. Congress was designed as the “first branch” of government to embody pluralism and force compromise. The decline of Congress and rise of the presidency Levin argues Congress is radically under-active, ceding ground to presidents and courts. “The biggest problem we have is that Congress is under-active, radically under-active and has turned itself into a spectator.” Excessive focus on the presidency erodes democratic legitimacy. Current frustrations stem from misunderstanding the system's design: it resists narrow majorities and forces broad coalitions. Courts, originalism, and the unitary executive Levin affirms he is an originalist: “a philosophy of judicial interpretation … a mode of self-restraint for judges.” Supreme Court decisions in recent years repeatedly signal: “Congress, do your job.” He outlines the unitary executive theory: the president controls the executive branch, but not the government as a whole. “The president is in charge of the executive branch, but the executive branch is not in charge of the American government.” Trump's expanding power Levin warns of the growing push to centralize authority in the presidency. “I am very concerned about this kind of Caesar-ism. I think it is very dangerous.” Trump's second term differs because restraints have vanished; his circle now encourages unrestrained executive action. Disruption of long-held norms has weakened trust in American institutions globally and domestically. Constitutional crisis vs. constitutional creep Levin distinguishes between “creep,” “conflict,” and “crisis.” He argues the U.S. is experiencing constitutional creep: unchecked executive power without Congress pushing back. True crisis would involve direct defiance of the courts—something still possible but not yet realized. The role of citizens and civic responsibility Levin stresses the danger of passivity: “The politics of an autocratic state is a politics of spectators, and we just cannot become spectators.” Citizens should keep writing to Congress, vote with clear expectations, and engage in local governance. State legislatures, though less visible, often function better than Congress today. Clear thinking itself, Levin suggests, is a moral act for a healthy republic. Production Credits Conversing is produced and distributed in partnership with Comment Magazine and Fuller Seminary.  

Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Depression, Acceptance. When efforts to be better fall short, Geist looks inward. Pain turns to punishment, and a could-be-hero finds themself on the hunt for a way to change the past. To save the ones you care about, sometimes you have to let your demons take charge.

"I'm fine." "I don't have a problem." "Everyone else is overreacting." Sound familiar? If people around you are expressing concern about your relationship with food but you genuinely feel okay, this episode is essential listening. Recovery coach Lindsey Nichol gets raw about the difference between denial and anosognosia—and why your malnourished brain might literally be unable to recognize the problem. She shares her own story of feeling "on top of the world" while struggling with anorexia, and introduces one powerful question that can break through the fog of eating disorder denial. This episode is for you if: Others say you have a problem but you feel fine You're questioning whether you're "sick enough" You feel like you just have more willpower than others You're confused about whether your eating patterns are normal You've been told you need help but don't understand why What You'll Discover ✨ The difference between denial and anosognosia (and why it matters for your recovery) ✨ Why malnourishment literally impairs your ability to recognize disordered eating patterns ✨ Lindsey's personal story: How she felt superior and in control while her body was failing ✨ The science behind eating disorder awareness and brain function ✨ One crucial question that can shatter the illusion and start your healing journey ✨ How to tell if your eating patterns are actually normal or adopted behaviors Understanding Eating Disorder Denial Anosognosia vs. Denial Anosognosia: "Without knowledge" - physiological brain damage that creates complete unawareness of the problem. You literally cannot perceive your disordered behaviors. Denial: Knowing you have a problem but refusing to address it. Using defense mechanisms to avoid facing the truth. Signs Your Brain Might Be Lying to You Feeling "on top of the world" while restricting food Superiority complex about your "willpower" Believing everyone else is jealous or crazy Wearing restrictive eating like a "badge of honor" Feeling energized despite severe calorie restriction Complete confusion when others express concern Lindsey's Personal Story "When I was struggling with anorexia, I felt like I was on top of the world. I had this superiority complex, like everyone else was just jealous that they didn't have the willpower that I had. The more I restricted, the more satisfaction I achieved and the more in control I felt." The One Question That Changes Everything "How are you? No, but how are you REALLY?" Why This Question Works Challenges automatic "I'm fine" responses Forces honest self-assessment Breaks through subconscious denial Reveals underlying unsureness and hesitancy How to Use This Question Sit with yourself honestly - don't give the surface-level answer Challenge your patterns - are these behaviors you've always had or recently adopted? Listen to trusted voices - if people you love are concerned, investigate why Assess your daily reality - survival mode isn't the same as thriving Red Flags to Consider

In this emotional and eye-opening episode of The Surviving Siblings Podcast®, host Maya Roffler welcomes Lori to share the heartfelt journey of losing her sister, Gina, to breast cancer. What begins as a candid reflection on sibling dynamics soon unfolds into an honest, powerful testimony of anticipatory grief, advocacy, and resilience. Lori opens up about growing up as the “quintessential middle child” in a close-knit family, the evolution of her relationship with Gina from sibling rivalry to deep sisterhood, and how their bond strengthened through the challenges of Gina's cancer diagnosis at age 37. As a nurse, Lori offers a unique lens, balancing her clinical instincts with emotional turmoil as she watched her sister fight a devastating disease. The episode dives deep into themes like anticipatory grief, family caregiving, shifting family roles, the emotional toll of being both a sibling and a medical professional, and the moment Lori truly stepped into the role of Gina's advocate, making the most difficult decisions no sibling ever wants to face. Ultimately, Lori reflects on how Gina's legacy shaped the mother, nurse, and person she is today and offers compassionate advice for anyone walking the painful road of sibling loss to cancer. In This Episode: (0:00:00) – Meet Lori and Her Sister Gina Maya welcomes Lori, who reflects on her childhood with her older sister Gina, their sibling rivalry, and how they grew closer as adults. (0:03:00) – The Diagnosis That Changed Everything Lori, a nurse, recounts the moment Gina called her about a lump — and how the diagnosis of triple-negative breast cancer at age 37 turned their world upside down. (0:06:00) – Treatment, Hope, and Medical Realities Lori explains Gina's treatment journey, the challenges of triple-negative breast cancer, and the emotional toll of watching her sister become a patient. (0:13:00) – From Sister to Advocate Lori describes how she transitioned from “just” a nurse and sister to becoming Gina's full-fledged medical advocate, particularly as treatment options ran out. (0:18:00) – Anticipatory Grief and Bargaining with the Universe She shares her internal struggles — including moments of bargaining and wishing she could trade places — and the power of naming those feelings. (0:25:00) – A Pivotal Night, a Fish Tank, and a Shift Lori recounts the night she lost hope — and how it became the turning point that moved her from fear to fierce protection of Gina's dignity. (0:29:00) – Final Days, Hard Decisions, and Saying Goodbye An intense and brave retelling of the days leading to Gina's passing, including making a DNR decision, choosing comfort care, and honoring Gina's wishes. (0:33:00) – Cremation, Closure, and a Closed Casket Lori shares the emotional moments surrounding Gina's service and the deeply personal decision to protect her sister's dignity, even in death. (0:37:00) – Grieving While Working in Healthcare She opens up about returning to work days after the funeral, navigating poor grief support at her job, and the need for better bereavement understanding. (0:41:00) – Time Doesn't Heal — It Helps You Adjust Lori reflects on how grief evolves — why time doesn't heal but does allow you to adapt — and how her family honors Gina in small, beautiful ways. (0:44:00) – Keeping Gina's Memory Alive for Her Children She talks about raising Gina's daughters with love and intention, helping them understand who their mother was, and showing up as a steady presence. (0:48:00) – Legacy, Compassion, and Becoming a Better Human Lori shares how Gina's life and death transformed her — making her a better nurse, mom, and human being with deeper empathy and compassion for others. (0:53:00) – Advice for Surviving Siblings and Caregivers She offers powerful advice for those experiencing anticipatory grief or recent loss: “Show yourself grace. Do what's best for you in the moment.” Listen to the full episode of “Lori Loses Gina To Breast Cancer” now on all major platforms. This episode is sponsored by The Surviving Siblings® Connect with Lori: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1E4oRefW19/?mibextid=wwXIfr Tik Tok: http://www.tiktok.com/@mad.face.girl Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mad.face.girl Email: forevergina@myyahoo.com   Connect with Maya: Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/survivingsiblingspodcast/ Maya's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mayaroffler/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@survivingsiblingspodcast Twitter: https://x.com/survivingsibpod Website: thesurvivingsiblings.com Facebook Group: The Surviving Siblings Podcast YouTube: The Surviving Siblings Podcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheSurvivingSiblingsPodcast

Denise Richards makes strides in her divorce against Aaron where she appears to be winning, remains seemingly unbothered and is thriving now that she has returned to RHOBH.  RHONJ remains off the air but new facts emerge which seem to suggest that the entire cast could ultimately return, why Teresa and Melissa could work together again and how Gia may be a bargaining chip for Tre when the show eventually returns, maybe, next year.  Speaking of show pauses, the new cast of RHONY is expected to be announced any day now with some familiar faces expected to return. Tamra's therapy does not seem to be helping and she may actually have PTSD from RHOC past. Finally, with Ladies of London, Zoe, Gretchen and more back on Bravo, who from the past will be next.  All this and more with the one and only Val Greenberg. @valgreenberg @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Purchase Val's Book, You've Been VALidated, at the below link: https://www.amazon.com/Youve-Been-VALidated-Confidence-Connection/dp/B0DV4MY4MH BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  BROUGHT TO YOU BY: TRUDIAGNOSTIC - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.trudiagnostic.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Use Code VELVET To Get 20% Off To Find Out The “Real” Age Of Your Body) QUINCE - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠quince.com/velvetrop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠e⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Get Free Shipping and 365 Day Returns to As You Indulge In Affordable Luxury) HUNGRYROOT - ⁠⁠⁠⁠hungryroot.com/VELVET⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Use Code VELVET For 40% Off Your First Box & a Free Item In Every Box For Life Of The Worlds Best Meal Delivery Service) WAYFAIR - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wayfair.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Shop Outdoor Furniture, Grills, Lawn Games & WAY More Outdoor Options For WAY Less) RAKUTEN - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rakuten.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Get the Rakuten App NOW and Join the 17 Million Members Who Are Already Saving!  Your Cash Back really adds up!) MOOD - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.mood.com/velvet ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠(20% Off With Code Velvet on Federally Legal THC Shipped Right To Your Door) WASHINGTON RED RASPBERRIES - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Redrazz.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Find New Ways To Use American Frozen Red Raspberries & Get More Details On Where You Can Grab a Bag) PROGRESSIVE - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.progressive.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Visit Progressive.com To See If You Could Save On Car Insurance) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠David@advertising-execs.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ MERCH Available at - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Dow hitting a new all-time high alongside the S&P as United Health gives things a boost:  Carl Quintanilla, Leslie Picker, and Michael Santoli broke down latest along with fresh data top of the hour (Consumer Sentiment – coming in at its lowest level since May) before getting into the market outlook with the head of investment strategy for Edward Jones. Plus: hear Janus Henderson's top picks amid the volatility – with one portfolio manager laying out why he likes Amazon and Microsoft at these levels. The team also dove deep into Berkshire's biggest moves this quarter – including the United Health buy sending shares up double digits – along with some key sales from Coreweave's early investors, as the post-IPO lock-up on shares finally expires today.   Also in focus: DC headlines galore – hear what to do with Intel shares as they gain on a report that the government is looking at taking a stake in the name this hour – along with the key details so far from “high stakes” summit between President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska today.   

Haggling can feel like a cultural minefield. In some places it's expected, in others it's frowned upon. In this episode, we break down when and where to negotiate, share the fascinating history of bargaining, and give you insider tips for doing it the right way. From friendly street market interactions in Mexico to knowing when to hold back in Argentina, we'll help you navigate the dos and don'ts of regateo so you can save money, connect with locals, and avoid awkward moments.Key Takeaways:How cultural norms around haggling differ across Latin America and SpainPractical strategies for negotiating politely and successfullyUseful Spanish phrases to use when bargainingRelevant Links And Additional Resources:Shopping in Spanish [YouTube Video]Level up your Spanish with our Podcast MembershipGet the full transcript of each episode so you don't miss a wordListen to an extended breakdown section in English going over the most important words and phrasesTest your comprehension with a multiple choice quizSupport the show

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There are plenty of words in the English language that are distainful, hurtful, nasty, & downright awful, but there are two words that are unavoidable and from which we often run: death & dying - no one enjoys grief, sadness, or loss - those words are so dam final! When I was in social work school, I read Elizabeth Kubler-Ross's book aptly titled On Death and Dying, seminol work at that time. Kubler-Ross introduced what is known as the 5 stages of grief: Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Depression, and Acceptance; a 6th stage was more recently added by a colleague of Kubler-Ross', David Kessler, Finding Meaning. It turns out that this concept may have been in Kubler-Ross' initial model, but her editor told her to remove it, as 5 stages are better than 6, although, as anyone who has experienced grief knows, this is not a linear process. One incredibly gifted creator, producer, and writer decided to take on this subject, but not as a passive project, but a fully engaging, head-on discussion to move us, make us think, and maybe make us less afraid of the inevitable.  Grief Dialogues: The Experience brings timely conversations about death, dying, and grief to the stage in innovative, humorous, and touching ways. Part theatre, part therapy, this “edutainment” love that creative name, project began in 2016 with an open call for short plays and was developed from nearly 200 submissions. The original performance was composed of 6 short plays from playwrights across the country. It is a thought-provoking and honest look at the subject of death that invites audiences to reconsider some of the rhetoric and stigmas around the topic. As one of my guests shares: Theatre is the great empathy generator, and out of grief, comes art. Grief Dialogues is also committed to offering accessible and affordable training in compassion for health care providers, counselors and therapists, end-of-life specialists, funeral homes, and at-home caregivers.  Let's Write a Musical was born out of this concept of 'out of grief, comes art.' A Musical About Love, Loss, and the Power of Storytelling. A joyous celebration of the power of love and an ode to classic musicals. A heartfelt and inspiring journey that follows David Hamilton and his wife, Lucy (based on Ben and Lawrie), as they write a romantic comedy in the wake of David's cancer diagnosis. As their real-life challenges unfold, so does the story of Olive and Blake, a young couple in the 1950s navigating love, laughter, and misadventures. For more information, check out their website: https://www.griefdialogues.com/ Tickets for Let's Write a Musical are on sale now: https://www.griefdialogues.com/lets-write-a-musical/          

01:06:43 – Faith-Focused Entities Under TrumpDiscussion of Trump's authorization of political endorsements from the pulpit and creation of faith-based offices in government. 01:14:08 – Religious Liberty CommissionDetails on Trump's religious liberty commission, evangelical ambassadors to Israel, and the theological-political implications for Zionist Christians. 01:35:50 – Eugenics & Genome EditingCriticism of well-funded advocates pushing heritable genome editing without ethical safeguards. 01:45:17 – Runaway Texas DemocratsCoverage of Texas Democratic legislators fleeing the state to block legislation and the FBI's involvement in tracking them. 01:55:34 – Immigration, Census & Political PowerAnalysis of illegal immigration numbers, census counting methods, and the political strategy behind population shifts. 02:20:45 – Dershowitz vs. Pierogi VendorAlan Dershowitz becomes the center of a bizarre public spat after claiming a pierogi vendor denied him service due to his political stance on Israel. The story escalates as he hands out flyers accusing the vendor of antisemitism, with the host ridiculing the pettiness and self-importance on display. 02:33:41 – Clinton Subpoena SpeculationDiscussion turns to the possibility of Bill and Hillary Clinton facing jail time if they refuse to comply with an Epstein-related subpoena. The host frames this as a rare moment where political elites could be held to the same legal standards as ordinary citizens—though with skepticism about whether it will actually happen. 02:44:16 – Trump's Maxwell DilemmaA brief but pointed reflection on the political and personal complications for Donald Trump in dealing with the Maxwell case. The host questions whether her situation could become a liability or a bargaining chip in wider political maneuvering. 03:03:09 – Blacklisted for Criticizing Trump & MuskCelente says he's been dropped from former platforms like Alex Jones' show because he refuses to “suck up” to Trump or Elon Musk. 03:07:54 – Gaza Takeover Plan ExposedCelente denounces the planned takeover of Gaza, calling Israeli settlers “invaders” in violation of international law. 03:34:10 – U.S. Overthrow of Ukraine's GovernmentA deep dive into how the U.S. helped oust Ukraine's elected leader in 2014, including $5 billion in NGO funding and Cold War-era meddling. 03:51:13 – Gold Prices and Economic InequalityAnalysis of how falling interest rates boost gold prices, coupled with criticism of Trump's tax policies favoring the wealthy. Follow the show on Kick and watch live every weekday 9:00am EST – 12:00pm EST https://kick.com/davidknightshow Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to https://davidknight.gold/ for great deals on physical gold/silverFor 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to https://trendsjournal.com/ and enter the code KNIGHTFind out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.com If you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-showOr you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-david-knight-show--2653468/support.

01:06:43 – Faith-Focused Entities Under TrumpDiscussion of Trump's authorization of political endorsements from the pulpit and creation of faith-based offices in government. 01:14:08 – Religious Liberty CommissionDetails on Trump's religious liberty commission, evangelical ambassadors to Israel, and the theological-political implications for Zionist Christians. 01:35:50 – Eugenics & Genome EditingCriticism of well-funded advocates pushing heritable genome editing without ethical safeguards. 01:45:17 – Runaway Texas DemocratsCoverage of Texas Democratic legislators fleeing the state to block legislation and the FBI's involvement in tracking them. 01:55:34 – Immigration, Census & Political PowerAnalysis of illegal immigration numbers, census counting methods, and the political strategy behind population shifts. 02:20:45 – Dershowitz vs. Pierogi VendorAlan Dershowitz becomes the center of a bizarre public spat after claiming a pierogi vendor denied him service due to his political stance on Israel. The story escalates as he hands out flyers accusing the vendor of antisemitism, with the host ridiculing the pettiness and self-importance on display. 02:33:41 – Clinton Subpoena SpeculationDiscussion turns to the possibility of Bill and Hillary Clinton facing jail time if they refuse to comply with an Epstein-related subpoena. The host frames this as a rare moment where political elites could be held to the same legal standards as ordinary citizens—though with skepticism about whether it will actually happen. 02:44:16 – Trump's Maxwell DilemmaA brief but pointed reflection on the political and personal complications for Donald Trump in dealing with the Maxwell case. The host questions whether her situation could become a liability or a bargaining chip in wider political maneuvering. 03:03:09 – Blacklisted for Criticizing Trump & MuskCelente says he's been dropped from former platforms like Alex Jones' show because he refuses to “suck up” to Trump or Elon Musk. 03:07:54 – Gaza Takeover Plan ExposedCelente denounces the planned takeover of Gaza, calling Israeli settlers “invaders” in violation of international law. 03:34:10 – U.S. Overthrow of Ukraine's GovernmentA deep dive into how the U.S. helped oust Ukraine's elected leader in 2014, including $5 billion in NGO funding and Cold War-era meddling. 03:51:13 – Gold Prices and Economic InequalityAnalysis of how falling interest rates boost gold prices, coupled with criticism of Trump's tax policies favoring the wealthy. Follow the show on Kick and watch live every weekday 9:00am EST – 12:00pm EST https://kick.com/davidknightshow Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to https://davidknight.gold/ for great deals on physical gold/silverFor 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to https://trendsjournal.com/ and enter the code KNIGHTFind out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.com If you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-showOr you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-real-david-knight-show--5282736/support.