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Dr. Brian Hill (Senior Pastor), "Are You Desperate?"       1.  As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, my God.       (Psalm 42:1 NIV)

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Country artist and entertainer Chuck Wicks stops by the Try That In A Small Town podcast for a wild, honest, and surprisingly emotional ride.Chuck opens up about his journey from small-town farm kid and college baseball player to Nashville recording artist, radio host, entrepreneur, and autism dad. He shares the real story behind Stealing Cinderella, what it was like to be turned down by RCA the first time, and how he fought his way back to a record deal.Chuck also talks candidly about raising his nonverbal autistic son Tucker, early intervention, therapies, and the emotional roller coaster of getting an autism diagnosis at Vanderbilt. He explains how that journey has changed his priorities and why he and his wife Cassie (Jason Aldean's sister) feel called to help other parents find resources.From there, the guys dive into:- Chuck's relationship with Jason Aldean and what Jason is really like offstage - How Melorosa Wine was born from Cassie's Cuban family story - Building Shiners, a wild Cirque-style, adults-only residency show in downtown Nashville - The stress of chasing country radio, the power of authenticity, and artists taking shots at radio - The infamous “DipShidiot” segment: road rage, gas station etiquette, youth sports parents, and more Chuck also teases his upcoming movie on Great American Family Network and Amazon Prime, where he sings multiple songs and steps deeper into acting.If you love real Nashville stories, songwriting, small-town values, and unfiltered conversations about parenting, business, and faith, this episode delivers.Subscribe and share if you enjoy the show, and check out the member-only bonus segment for extra songs and stories.3:06 Early mornings, syndicated radio, and sleep routines 5:05 Family trip out West: Jackson Hole, Yellowstone, elk and bison 7:48 Buffalo vs bison and bear talk 10:00 Hunting, backlash on social media, and eating what you kill 13:44 Health, wild game, and clean eating 14:17 Chuck on being 47, staying in shape, and raising his autistic son 15:12 Tucker's autism journey: early signs, testing at Vanderbilt, and therapies 18:49 Nonverbal progress, speech breakthroughs, and hope 19:37 Faith, calling, and why parenting Tucker matters more than career 20:00 Connecting with other autism parents (Joe Don Rooney story) 22:19 Treatments, Lucavorin, red light therapy, and access to resources 24:50 “We wouldn't trade him for anything” – embracing Tucker's journey 26:17 Belt obsessions, airplane routines, and sensory quirks 26:28 Chuck's early life: small-town farm kid and college baseball player 28:46 Discovering his voice in college, almost joining a pop group 31:45 First trip to Nashville, meeting RCA's Jim Catino and singing a cappella 33:56 Development deal, not getting picked up, and starting over 36:18 Four years of grinding, learning to write, and finding his sound 42:40 Second chance: Clint Higham, Chesney camp, and full RCA deal 45:47 Writing Stealing Cinderella from a personal love story 50:00 Singing Stealing Cinderella at Coach Fulmer's daughter's wedding 51:37 Realizing the power of a song to move strangers 52:57 The stress of chasing radio hits and perspective with time 53:18 Other cuts and hits, including Jason Aldean's Don't You Wanna Stay (context: Aldean cut with Thrash) 56:03 How Chuck met Cassie, realized she was Jason Aldean's sister, and dating into the Aldean family 1:00:13 The day after: Jason Aldean's “blessing” phone call 1:02:30 Why Cassie's three kids changed how Chuck approached relationships 1:03:58 Blended family life: ages of the kids and how fast time moves 1:05:25 What Jason Aldean is really like offstage: loyalty, mystery, and staying the same guy 1:06:29 Jason's laugh, tight inner circle, and “it could all go away” mindset 1:08:01 Melorosa Wine: starting a wine company with Jason Aldean 1:09:00 Where to find Mellorosa (online, Kroger, ABC, Princess Cruises, Dubai) 1:09:33 The Cuban family story behind the name and “toast to freedom” 1:10:59 Shiners: Cirque-level, adults-only, comedy show in the historic Woolworth building 1:13:35 Writing Shiners during Covid and building a Nashville residency 1:16:10 The history and civil rights importance of the Woolworth building 1:20:20 What to expect at Shiners: moonshiners, aerial acts, crowd work, and “if you're easily offended…” 1:22:02 DipShidiot segment: explaining the bit 1:22:33 Gas station chaos: Bucky's pump hogs and parking-lot etiquette 1:25:29 Red velvet “Whitey” vs “Witty's” custard mix-up 1:27:31 Red Clay Strays controversy: “radio is dead” comment and why radio still matters 1:30:39 Burning bridges you haven't crossed yet and respecting country radio 1:35:05 Youth sports parents losing their minds vs just being a dad 1:38:01 CMT Awards “edit the chorus” story and learning to be grateful 1:41:03 Road rage story: 75 in a 70 and killing them with kindness 1:43:45 Locker room etiquette: naked close talkers and lifetime fitness stories 1:45:44 Manscaping, gym talk, and ridiculous visual bits 1:46:00 Chuck's upcoming movie: Great American Family Network & Amazon Prime 1:47:04 Coloring hair, beard guard settings, and aging on camera 1:50:02 Closing: Melorosa Wine, Shiners, Chuck's music, coffee collab, and podcast wrap ______________________________________________________________________________________________SPONSORS: The Try That in a Small Town Podcast is powered by e|spaces!Redefining Coworking - Exceptional Office Space for Every BusinessBook a tour today at espaces.comFrom the Patriot Mobile studios:Don't get fooled by other cellular providers pretending to share your values or have the same coverage. 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Dr. Brian Hill (Senior Pastor), "Lessons From James:  In This Together", Children's Time, Choir, Blended Worship Praise Team (8:45 Service).       13.  Is anyone among you in trouble? Let them pray. Is anyone happy? Let them sing songs of praise.  14.  Is anyone among you sick? Let them call the elders of the church to pray over them and anoint them with oil in the name of the Lord. 15.  And the prayer offered in faith will make the sick person well; the Lord will raise them up. If they have sinned, they will be forgiven.  16.  Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.       17.  Elijah was a human being, even as we are. He prayed earnestly that it would not rain, and it did not rain on the land for three and a half years.  18.  Again he prayed, and the heavens gave rain, and the earth produced its crops.       19.  My brothers and sisters, if one of you should wander from the truth and someone should bring that person back,  20.  remember this: Whoever turns a sinner from the error of their way will save them from death and cover over a multitude of sins.       (James 5:13-20 NIV)

Laura Eisenhower, The Great Grabddaughter of President And General Eisenhower, Sits down with Ty on Total Disclosure. From The Hidden and Unseen ALIEN AGENDA, to the Awakening of a New Consciousness globally. This Conversation Dives into the More, mystical and Magical, Blended with The UAP disclosure Effort Happening right now in the World. From President Trump Declassifying Videos, to Secret Space programs being exposed. 

This week on the Bourbon Bytes podcast, we're kicking off June with a packed lineup of whiskey news and one of the most surprising reviews of the year. Four Roses just announced the start of its new Anthology Series, launching with a 21-year-old OBSF barrel-strength bourbon called The Origin. Russell's Reserve 13 is back for Spring 2026 with a new release celebrating Eddie Russell's 45 years of whiskey-making mastery. High West also returns with the 2026 edition of The Prisoner's Share, now featuring High West's own straight bourbon whiskey in the blend. On the gaming side, PlayStation's latest State of Play brought new looks at Marvel's Wolverine, Marvel Tokon, and Rayman Legends Retold. Then it's time for a Byte-Sized Review of Bardstown Bourbon Company's Distillery Reserve Mars Single Malt Japanese Blend. This limited release blends Kentucky straight bourbon aged 10 to 16 years with Japanese single malts from Mars Whisky, including whisky aged in Sakura cherry wood and Umeshu plum liqueur casks. It sounds wild on paper — but somehow, it works beautifully. At 109.8 proof and released in 375ml bottles for $100, this distillery-only experiment might be one of the best things Bardstown Bourbon Company has ever released.

Dr. Brian Hill (Senior Pastor), "Lessons From James:  In This Together", Children's Time, Choir, Blended Worship Praise Team (8:45 Service).       13.  Is anyone among you in trouble? Let them pray. Is anyone happy? Let them sing songs of praise.  14.  Is anyone among you sick? Let them call the elders of the church to pray over them and anoint them with oil in the name of the Lord. 15.  And the prayer offered in faith will make the sick person well; the Lord will raise them up. If they have sinned, they will be forgiven.  16.  Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.       17.  Elijah was a human being, even as we are. He prayed earnestly that it would not rain, and it did not rain on the land for three and a half years.  18.  Again he prayed, and the heavens gave rain, and the earth produced its crops.       19.  My brothers and sisters, if one of you should wander from the truth and someone should bring that person back,  20.  remember this: Whoever turns a sinner from the error of their way will save them from death and cover over a multitude of sins.       (James 5:13-20 NIV)To view a video version of the Blended Worship Service please click on the following link:     https://youtu.be/kwxTBfbeXEA(The audio version of the Blended Worship Service will most likely have to be stopped from playing or else it will be heard as well as the audio track of the video version.)

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How untreated strep throat sent Ron into a coma the first time — in 2015What vasopressors are, why they saved his life, and why they cost What do you do when the love of your life is fighting for his life — and four kids are at home counting on you to hold everything together?Victoria Rosas is a former Dallas attorney, mom of four in a beautifully blended family, and one of the most quietly extraordinary women we've ever sat across from at the Moms Club.In 2022, her husband Ron — a former professional tennis player who competed for Notre Dame, played the pro tour, and coached their kids on the court — woke up feeling off. Within 24 hours, he was intubated. Within days, the medication saving his life was slowly taking something else: blood flow to all four of his limbs.Victoria was told multiple times he wasn't going to survive.He did. But what came next — nine surgeries, 70 hours in the operating room, nine weeks in Ohio, and coming home to a kindergartner and three kids on the verge of launching — is a story about what strength actually looks like when it has no other choice.

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In this episode of The First Day from The Fund Raising School, Bill Stanczykiewicz, Ed.D., welcomes Neelam Makhijani, Director of Strategy and Operations for SUVIDHA, for a lively and practical conversation about blended financing; bringing different kinds of funders together to create long-term social impact. Neelam explains that blended financing combines private capital, government support, community resources, philanthropy, and sometimes market investment so nonprofits can use one source of funding as a catalyst to attract others. In other words: one dollar walks into the room, brings friends, and suddenly impact has a much bigger dance floor. Bill and Neelam explore why this approach is a gamechanger for nonprofits and NGOs. Unlike traditional grants, where organizations often receive money upfront and then report back later, many blended financing models focus on outcomes. The pressure shifts from “Here is what we plan to do” to “Here is what we actually achieved.” Neelam notes that investors may accept smaller financial returns because they also want social good, using tools like impact bonds, guarantees, and revolving funds. The key is designing the model well and defining outputs clearly, because “behavior change” may sound lovely on a brochure, but investors still need something more measurable than vibes in a spreadsheet. The conversation comes alive through examples. Bill shares the story of a donor who invested $300,000 to help an NGO build three affordable homes. Families rent the homes below market rate, eventually buy them, and then the money goes right back into building more houses. That is not a one-time gift; that is a philanthropic boomerang with a hard hat. Neelam offers another example from Mumbai, where women received small amounts of startup capital, sometimes just $300 or $400, to launch shops, salons, embroidery businesses, or poultry enterprises. By combining donor support, personal investment, and bank loans, these women became credit-ready, built income, gained dignity and decision-making power, and created ripple effects for their children and communities. Bill and Neelam close by turning to what nonprofits need in order to participate in blended financing responsibly. Neelam emphasizes that organizations need enough size and financial stability to absorb some risk, strong strategy, solid technical expertise, and robust monitoring and evaluation systems. Boards may need more business experience, staff may need stronger financial skills, and leaders must be willing to think like entrepreneurs without losing sight of mission. The takeaway is clear: blended financing is not just another fundraising trick hiding in a nonprofit magician's hat. Done well, it can diversify revenue, attract new partners, recycle dollars for ongoing impact, and help nonprofits move from “please fund our project” to “invest in our mission.”

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Ines Franklin is a teaching pastor, speaker, and author of Blended and Blessed and Uncharted: Navigating Your Unique Journey of Faith. Originally from Puerto Rico, Ines has experienced firsthand the complexities of brokenness, blended family life, redemption, and restoration. Through her writing and ministry, she helps families navigate difficult seasons with honesty, grace, and a faith-centered perspective rooted in the teachings of Jesus. In this episode, Brad and Ines Franklin explore the realities of blended family life, the emotional weight of divorce and rebuilding trust, and the ways God brings healing through vulnerability, empathy, and perseverance. Ines shares her personal story of abuse, addiction, divorce, and restoration, along with how she and her husband Jim built a unified family rooted in grace and faith. The conversation dives into the Beatitudes, emotional healing, family dynamics, forgiveness, leadership within the home, and how blended families can become powerful examples of redemption and hope. "Jesus does not turn away from messy situations. He steps into them with grace and redemption." – Ines Franklin "Blended families are not second-class families. God can bring healing, unity, and purpose even through brokenness." – Ines Franklin "Every family has dysfunction somewhere. The goal is not perfection. The goal is movement toward healing, wholeness, and unity." – Ines Franklin This Week on The Wow Factor: Ines' journey from Puerto Rico to California and learning English as a teenager Her experiences with abuse, divorce, addiction, and hitting rock bottom How faith and church became the turning point in her healing journey The meaning behind blended families and the hidden grief many families carry Why the Beatitudes became the framework for Blended and Blessed The importance of vulnerability, empathy, and keeping short accounts in family relationships How blended families can reflect God's redemption and become a light for others Ines Franklin's Word of Wisdom: Do not let shame, brokenness, or past mistakes convince you that your family cannot heal. God works through imperfect people and messy situations. Healing often happens one step at a time through honesty, grace, forgiveness, and a willingness to keep moving toward unity even when it feels difficult. Connect With Ines Franklin: Ines Franklin Website Ines Franklin on Instagram Ines Franklin on Facebook Ines Franklin on LinkedIn Buy Ines Franklins Books The Journey We Share | Faith and Life Uncharted Podcast Connect With Brad Formsma: WOW Factor Website   Brad Formsma on LinkedIn   Brad Formsma on Instagram   Brad Formsma on Facebook   Brad Formsma on X

"We Build Strong Families"Joshua 24:15The Church Series - Part 4 - The Most Important System of GovernancePastor Nate ClarkeMay 17, 2026Virginia's proposed Constitutional amendments on Abortion & Marriage - How to VOTE BIBLICALLY: https://youtu.be/Y8z8xTFsOn8How should Christians respond to wickedness in the world? https://youtu.be/2OJUIM9YRwASERMON NOTES:- Our Vision: Worship God, Equip the believers, Reach the lost- Our Values: Grounded in His Word, Guided by His Presence, Building Strong Families, and Fulfilling the Great Commission- Joshua 24:15- We build strong families- Systems of governance: The family (Eph 5), the Church (Eph 4), the government (Rom 13)- "Peace in society depends upon peace in the family." Saint Augustine- Your family story is not the obstacle to God's plan, it is often the setting for it.- Natural Families      - God ordained & designed: husband + wife = children.- Genesis 1:27-28- Genesis 2:24- Deuteronomy 6:6-9- "When parents receive a child from the hand of God, they receive a life to be shaped and molded." Elisabeth Elliot     - Example: Joseph, Mary, and Jesus- Broken families     - Example: Joseph and his brothers (Genesis 37)     - God's plan is not hindered by man's dysfunction (Genesis 50:20)- Blended families     - Example: Jacob, Leah, Rachel (Genesis 29-30)     - God works even in complicated family systems - Adopted families     - Example: Moses & Pharoah's daughter (Exodus 2)      - God used his adoption to position him with influence and access that he would use to deliver Israel- Restored families     - Example: Prodigal son (Luke 15)     - God can redeem any situation- Spiritual family     - Example: Jesus and his disciples- Mark 3:31-35- Ephesians 1:5 NLT- Romans 8:15 NLT     - Because God is a provider, what you lacked in your natural family, God can give you in your spiritual family.- Your family story is not the obstacle to God's plan, it's often the setting for it.- Joshua 24:15bOasis Church exists to Worship God, Equip the believers, and Reach the lost.We are led by Pastor Nate Clarke and are located in Mechanicsville outside Richmond in Central Virginia.STAY CONNECTEDInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OasisChurchRVA/Website: https://oasischurch.online

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Welcome back to Blended! Today, we're talking about learning culture.  We talk a lot about creating the right cultures at work, hiring for 'culture fit'. But do we talk as much about the culture we're actually trying to create? Often 'culture fit' ends, whether consciously or otherwise, with the creation of a group of likeminded people and personalities that drive comfort, not innovation. So what happens when we really define the culture we're looking to create? And what if that culture is one dedicated to learning and growth, as individuals and as a team?    In an increasingly divisive time, where people identify strongly on one 'side' of an issue or another – and in a time where DEI in the workplace is feeling the pressure – could a focus on learning help ease that pressure and create the environments we need for shared success moving forward, regardless of who we are or how we identify?   Our panel will be exploring all of that today. IN THIS EPISODE: [01.11] Introductions to our Blended panelists.   ·         Opal – Vice President of Supply Chain at Fabletics ·         Keith – Talk Show Host of Mornings in the Lab with Keith and Friends ·         Ellin – CEO of The Sidell Method, a boutique professional services firm ·         Lauren – Regional Head of Customer Care and Business Excellence at CMA CGM and Executive Coach at LG Energy Coaching  [05.30] The group explore what learning culture means, the different factors impacting it from mindset to policy, and how it can be leveraged in the workplace. ·         People ·         Training ·         Systems ·         Growth mindset  ·         Core values and principles ·         Learning in the same direction/employee alignment   ·         Holistic approach ·         Intersectionality ·         Individuality ·         Corporate sanitization of creativity ·         People's unique talents and ways of thinking ·         Ongoing learning – who's responsibility is it? ·         Intent "It means learning about people, the core of where it all begins… But you have to be intentional to build a culture." Keith  "It's training, but it's much more than that. It's a system where growth is not only expected but normalized, it's part of what's supported daily." Lauren "There's going to be some of that one-size-fits-all, standard corporate training, but there's also an individualized focus that builds loyalty, makes everything more collaborative and creates a better experience for everyone." Opal [27.10] The panel reflect on the impact of AI on contemporary teams and learning culture, now and in the future. ·         Changing teams ·         People being left behind ·         Bringing personal and professional together ·         'Bring the woo to work' ·         Movement away from siloes/verticals ·         Creating enough space/time/opportunity for creativity/learning  ·         Control of data/controlled environment ·         Flow state ·         Passion ·         Balance between work/personal time investment ·         Elimination of juniors/middle management ·         Governance ·         Trust ·         Accountability ·         Cybersecurity ·         Budgetary investment "Those that make the investment now will be the leaders that change the world." Keith "Yes, AI is knowledge. But learning culture is people." Ellin  [45.37] The group discuss other key aspects of learning culture, and what happens when individuals don't want to embrace it.    ·         Personal growth ·         Peer-to-peer ·         Skills ·         How do we keep up? ·         Change management ·         Fear ·         Conversation ·         Leadership ·         Motivation "The idea of a knowledge worker comes back to decisions, curation, creativity." Ellin  "How are people wired? What's their personal motivation?... Then we can connect the learning to what people care about – advancement, their relevance, pride of contribution." Ellin [01.08.22] The panel share ideas for the practical ways we can start to create meaningful learning cultures in the workplace.   ·         Empower your team ·         Celebrate success ·         Support mistakes ·         Embrace testing ·         Lead by example ·         Share experiences ·         Collaboration ·         Communication ·         Embed the learning into work, not the other way round ·         Creating safe spaces ·         Self-awareness ·         Diversity ·         Giving/receiving feedback ·         Curiosity [01.17.24] The group sum up their thoughts from today's discussion.  RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED: You can connect with Opal, Ellin, Lauren and Keith over on LinkedIn.  

What does it take to deliver impactful learning in a global, highly regulated industry? Tim Greiner, Senior Director of USP Education at the U.S. Pharmacopeia, a global nonprofit that sets quality standards for medicines, food, and dietary supplements, shares how USP delivers education at scale to ensure those standards are applied effectively across industries and regions to improve quality and protect public health. Show Notes:Senior Education Director Tim Greiner explains how USP delivers training that improves quality and performance. Key takeaways from the conversation include:Impact over completion: In regulated environments, training success is measured by behavior change and improved quality practices—not just course completion. Design for diverse, global audiences: Effective programs balance modalities, regional preferences, and roles (regulators, manufacturers, students) without overcomplicating delivery. Blended learning drives stronger outcomes: Live and live-virtual experiences tend to have the highest impact, especially when paired with self-paced resources for reinforcement. Operational discipline matters at scale: Managing global training requires strong processes—centralized content, regular reviews, and alignment with evolving standards. Microlearning in the flow of work is the future: Delivering targeted learning at the exact moment of need can significantly increase retention, application, and overall impact. Powered by Learning earned Awards of Distinction in the Podcast/Audio and Business Podcast categories from The Communicator Awards and a Gold and Silver Davey Award. The podcast is also named to Feedspot's Top 40 L&D podcasts and Training Industry's Ultimate L&D Podcast Guide. Learn more about d'Vinci at www.dvinci.com. Follow us on LinkedInLike us on Facebook

Dr. Brian Hill (Senior Pastor), "Lessons From James:  Patient Persistence", Parent Child Dedication, Choir, Blended Worship Praise Team (8:45 Service).       7.  Be patient, then, brothers and sisters, until the Lord's coming. See how the farmer waits for the land to yield its valuable crop, patiently waiting for the autumn and spring rains.  8.  You too, be patient and stand firm, because the Lord's coming is near.  9.  Don't grumble against one another, brothers and sisters, or you will be judged. The Judge is standing at the door!       10.  Brothers and sisters, as an example of patience in the face of suffering, take the prophets who spoke in the name of the Lord.  11.  As you know, we count as blessed those who have persevered. You have heard of Job's perseverance and have seen what the Lord finally brought about. The Lord is full of compassion and mercy.       (James 5:7-11 NIV)

THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: GPRSBefore you cut, core, drill, or excavate, make sure you know what is inside the concrete.GPRS helps contractors locate rebar, conduit, post-tension cables, utilities, and other hidden hazards before they become expensive problems. Their scans help reduce hits, downtime, expenses, and keep your people safe. Learn more here: https://www.concretelogicpodcast.com/gprs ON THIS EPISODE OF THE CONCRETE LOGIC PODCAST Low-carbon cement sounds good on paper. But can it actually compete in the real concrete market without subsidies, mandates, or customers paying a “green premium”? That is the question Seth gets into with Ryan Gilliam, CEO of Fortera. Ryan explains how Fortera's approach differs from many other low-carbon cement companies by bolting onto existing cement plants, using limestone as the feedstock, and turning CO₂ back into a reactive cementitious product. This conversation gets into the hard part of low-carbon cement: economics, field performance, scaling, ready-mix adoption, policy risk, and whether these products can survive when the market stops caring about the carbon story. Ryan makes the case that the future of low-carbon cement will not be built on guilt, regulation, or good intentions. It has to perform. It has to be cost competitive. And it has to work in the field. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN • Why “green cement” usually makes contractors and producers assume there is a compromise • How Fortera's technology bolts onto existing cement plants instead of replacing them • Why limestone loses roughly 44% of its weight as CO₂ during traditional cement production • How Fortera claims to turn that CO₂ back into cementitious material • Whether Fortera's product should be thought of as an SCM, a cement replacement, or a new cement • Why ready-mix producers are skeptical of alternative cements • What field feedback Fortera has received on finishing, flow, pumping, set time, and cracking • Why Ryan does not believe customers will pay large green premiums • How policy changes could impact demand for low-carbon cement • Why carbon capture usually struggles economically • How Fortera's approach differs from traditional carbon capture and storage • What has to be true for low-carbon cement companies to scale • Why first commercial plants are such a hard step for new cement technologies • Why Ryan believes performance, not carbon marketing, will decide which technologies survive CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction to Ryan Gilliam and Fortera 03:25 Ryan's background in materials engineering and cement research 05:20 Fortera's approach to low-carbon cement 08:28 Is Fortera's product an SCM or a new cement? 09:23 Blended cement use versus 100% product use 10:33 What is driving demand for low-carbon cement? 13:39 Scaling challenges for new cement technologies 15:43 Field feedback on alternative cement performance 18:58 Type IL rollout, skepticism, and contractor pushback 20:07 Policy risk and whether low-carbon demand depends on regulation 22:18 How Fortera captures CO₂ from limestone 23:07 Why the economics may work 24:41 How this differs from traditional carbon capture 25:45 What cement plants need to adopt the technology 28:07 Fortera's history and lessons from earlier attempts 29:00 How Fortera may go to market 30:20 Ryan's main takeaway for the concrete industry 32:09 How to contact Ryan Gilliam GUEST INFO Ryan Gilliam CEO, Fortera Profile: https://www.concretelogicpodcast.com/guests/ryan-gilliam/ CONCRETE LOGIC ACADEMY If you work in concrete and want practical education that actually connects to the jobsite, check out Concrete Logic Academy. This is not theory for the sake of theory. It is concrete education built around the stuff producers, contractors, engineers, and field leaders deal with every day. Specs. Mixes. Placement. Finishing. Troubleshooting. Materials. Durability. Bad assumptions. Costly mistakes. Get access here: https://www.concretelogicpodcast.com/concreteschool SUPPORT THE PODCAST Concrete Logic runs on a value-for-value model. If this episode helped you think through low-carbon cement, alternative cement technology, or what might actually work in the real market, send some value back. 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You spent the money on herbs. You watched them grow. Now what? There's a whole season of flavor sitting in your garden, and most of it never makes it to your kitchen. This episode walks you through how to actually use what you grow — fresh, dried, frozen, and blended — from the first oregano harvest in spring all the way through cilantro in winter. Free Download: Herbs Quick Reference Chart A handy cheat sheet for growing and using your favorite kitchen herbs. http://journeywithjill.net/herbchart

Dr. Brian Hill (Senior Pastor), "Lessons From James:  Patient Persistence", Parent Child Dedication, Choir, Blended Worship Praise Team (8:45 Service).       7.  Be patient, then, brothers and sisters, until the Lord's coming. See how the farmer waits for the land to yield its valuable crop, patiently waiting for the autumn and spring rains.  8.  You too, be patient and stand firm, because the Lord's coming is near.  9.  Don't grumble against one another, brothers and sisters, or you will be judged. The Judge is standing at the door!       10.  Brothers and sisters, as an example of patience in the face of suffering, take the prophets who spoke in the name of the Lord.  11.  As you know, we count as blessed those who have persevered. You have heard of Job's perseverance and have seen what the Lord finally brought about. The Lord is full of compassion and mercy.       (James 5:7-11 NIV)To view a video version of the Blended Worship Service please click on the following link:   https://youtu.be/BQCbjZYPEmA(The audio version of the Blended Worship Service will most likely have to be stopped from playing or else it will be heard as well as the audio track of the video version.)

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Dr. Craig Christina (Associate Executive Director of the Baptist General Convention of Texas), "Dancing in the Storm", Orchestra, Choir, Blended Worship Praise Team (8:45 Service).       35. That day when evening came, he said to his disciples, “Let us go over to the other side.”  36.  Leaving the crowd behind, they took him along, just as he was, in the boat. There were also other boats with him.  37.  A furious squall came up, and the waves broke over the boat, so that it was nearly swamped.  38.  Jesus was in the stern, sleeping on a cushion. The disciples woke him and said to him, “Teacher, don't you care if we drown?”       39.  He got up, rebuked the wind and said to the waves, “Quiet! Be still!” Then the wind died down and it was completely calm.       40.  He said to his disciples, “Why are you so afraid? Do you still have no faith?”       41.  They were terrified and asked each other, “Who is this? Even the wind and the waves obey him!”       (Mark 4:35-41 NIV)

Blended families can bring a lot of love, but they can also bring confusion, tension, and emotional complexity, especially when children are navigating divorce, new caregivers, and loyalty conflicts. This week, Regina sits down with Maria Natapov, a co-parenting and step-parenting coach, to talk about what it really takes to create a healthier foundation for families after separation or divorce. Maria shares why communication, structure, emotional awareness, and clear roles are so important for both adults and children, and how step-parents can show up with care without overstepping. They also discuss rapid resolution therapy, how past experiences can shape present-day reactions, and why Maria sees her work as helping families build safer, more supportive systems for the next chapter.   Episode Highlights: 0:31 - Episode open 0:57 - Meet Maria Natapov 1:16 - Creating workable family systems 2:55 - Navigating the role of a step-parent 4:17 - Advocating without adding conflict 5:53 - Learning parenting without a playbook 7:18 - Understanding emotions as information 9:20 - The reality of overstepping 10:06 - What children carry after divorce 12:09 - Rapid resolution therapy 14:19 - Helping the body recognize safety 17:37 - Where to find Maria 18:05 - Learning to stop playing small 18:44 - Maria's vision for retirement   ABOUT REGINA MCCANN HESS   Regina is the author of Super Woman Wealth: How to Become Your Own Financial Hero. As an advocate for women's financial freedom, she wrote this book to help empower women to take a bigger role in handling their money. Regina has appeared on Schwab TV, Yahoo Finance, Forbes.com, NTD Television, CBS 3 Philadelphia, Fox 29 Philadelphia, King 5 Seattle, KTLA 5 Los Angeles and Scripps News. She has also been quoted in numerous articles in publications such as Forbes, Business Insider, U.S. News & World Report, Yahoo Finance, USA Today, USA Wire, Word in Black, WTOP News, Mind Body Green, Money Digest, New York Post, Defender, Authority Magazine, GoBankingRates.com, Scripps and The Muse. As Founder of Forge Wealth Management, Regina utilizes her 25+ years of financial services experience to help individuals plan, preserve and diversify their wealth. She focuses on educating her clients while building long-term relationships with them and their families. Her experience throughout major shifts in the markets, enables Regina to structure balanced portfolios to address specific financial goals.   CONNECT WITH REGINA   Website: https://www.forgewealth.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reginamccannhess/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ForgeWealth Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forgewealthmanagement/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@forgewealth Email: reginahess@forgewealth.com   CONNECT WITH MARIA NATAPOV Website: https://synergisticstepparenting.com/ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marianatapov   Securities offered through LPL Financial, Member FINRA/SIPC www.finra.org, www.sipc.org Third-party posts found on this profile do not reflect the view of LPL Financial and have not been reviewed by LPL Financial as to accuracy or completeness. For a list of states in which I am registered to do business, please visit www.forgewealth.com.

Most families spend years building wealth. Far fewer spend time making sure the legal structures protecting that wealth are actually doing their job. In this episode, Adam Koós,sits down with Professor Kelly Lise Murray, a lawyer, mediator, and legal scholar who spent nearly two decades at Vanderbilt University before turning her focus to wealth dispute resolution. Kelly hosts the Wealth Litigated podcast, where she breaks down real courtroom cases involving trusts, estates, and family wealth disputes. Together, Adam and Kelly walk through real litigated cases involving blended families, irrevocable trusts, prenuptial agreements, and costly filing errors. The goal is simple: learn from other families' expensive mistakes so yours never has to become a case study. Episode Timestamps 00:00 - Intro & guest background: Who is Kelly Lise Murray and what is the Wealth Litigated podcast 02:00 - Why estate planning disputes happen: The coordination problem between legal and financial documents 04:30 - Blended family estate planning: What the Marinakis v. Marinakis (Ohio) case teaches us 10:00 - California case: When a stepchild was allowed to inherit as a natural child 13:00 - The #1 most procrastinated item in financial planning (Adam's 25-year observation) 14:00 - Trusts and your mortgage: The Garn-St. Germaine Act and what advisors rarely tell clients 16:00 - Property & casualty insurance and irrevocable trusts: A 2007 warning still being ignored 17:30 - Collins v. Flannery (Ohio): What happens when a surviving spouse controls an irrevocable trust 22:00 - Trustee abuse of a special needs trust: A Texas case with a co-trustee resolution 24:00 - Structural protections: Co-trustees, trust protectors, and professional fiduciaries 26:00 - The $800,000 missed checkbox: Estate of Griffin v. Commissioner (IRS Q-TIP case) 29:00 - Prenuptial agreements: What an Ohio case reveals about overreaching and enforceability 32:00 - Portability of estate plans across state lines 33:00 - Incapacity planning: What to do when a divorcing spouse still has your healthcare directive 35:00 - Final advice for families and financial advisors: Where to start this week Key Takeaways

Aubrey Masango joined by Claire Thomson, a Private Practice Attorney to unpack how divorce works when a family is blended, what rights stepparents actually have and how do you protect the kids caught in the middle, while also protecting yourself legally and emotionally. Tags: 702, Aubrey Masango show, Aubrey Masango, Bra Aubrey, Legal Matters, Claire Thomson, Blended family, Stepparents, Stepchildren, Divorce, Child maintenance THE AUBREY MASANGO SHOW BOILERPLATE The Aubrey Masango Show is presented by late night radio broadcaster Aubrey Masango. Aubrey hosts in-depth interviews on controversial political issues and chats to experts offering life advice and guidance in areas of psychology, personal finance and more. All Aubrey’s interviews are podcasted for you to catch-up and listen. Thank you for listening to this podcast from The Aubrey Masango Show. Listen live on weekdays between 20:00 and 24:00 (SA Time) to The Aubrey Masango Show broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and on CapeTalk between 20:00 and 21:00 (SA Time) https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk Find out more about the show here https://buff.ly/lzyKCv0 and get all the catch-up podcasts https://buff.ly/rT6znsn Subscribe to the 702 and CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfet Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Craig Christina (Associate Executive Director of the Baptist General Convention of Texas), "Dancing in the Storm", Orchestra, Choir, Blended Worship Praise Team (8:45 Service).       35. That day when evening came, he said to his disciples, “Let us go over to the other side.”  36.  Leaving the crowd behind, they took him along, just as he was, in the boat. There were also other boats with him.  37.  A furious squall came up, and the waves broke over the boat, so that it was nearly swamped.  38.  Jesus was in the stern, sleeping on a cushion. The disciples woke him and said to him, “Teacher, don't you care if we drown?”       39.  He got up, rebuked the wind and said to the waves, “Quiet! Be still!” Then the wind died down and it was completely calm.       40.  He said to his disciples, “Why are you so afraid? Do you still have no faith?”       41.  They were terrified and asked each other, “Who is this? Even the wind and the waves obey him!”       (Mark 4:35-41 NIV)To view a video version of the Blended Worship Service please click on the following link:   https://youtu.be/eiFrWiNshaM(The audio version of the Blended Worship Service will most likely have to be stopped from playing or else it will be heard as well as the audio track of the video version.)

"Living Well in the World" -- Consulting Pastor Scott Palmbush

"Living Well in the World" -- Consulting Pastor Scott Palmbush

In this episode of Winners Find A Way, Trent sits down with entrepreneur Andres Lagsdin, founder of Baking Steel, to break down what it really takes to build something meaningful. This isn't just about pizza. It's about: Walking away from comfort Listening to what's not working And having the patience to build something that does About the Guest Andres Lagsten Founder of Baking Steel Built a multi-million dollar brand from a simple idea Blended culinary passion with manufacturing expertise Known for transforming home cooking into restaurant-level experience Built a loyal community around food, family, and craftsmanship Resources Mentioned Baking Steel Products: https://bakingsteel.com 72-Hour Dough Method Live Pizza Classes (via email list) Powerful Quotes "I couldn't tell my son what I did—and be proud." "Break the pattern before you find the path." "Winners don't start from scratch—they connect the dots." "Trust your gut—but earn it through experience." If this episode hit you, don't just listen—apply it.

Dr. Brian Hill (Senior Pastor), "Lessons From James:  Do You Have Money or Does Money Have You?", Children's Time, Choir, Blended Worship Praise Team (8:45 Service).       1.  Now listen, you rich people, weep and wail because of the misery that is coming on you.  2.  Your wealth has rotted, and moths have eaten your clothes.  3.  Your gold and silver are corroded. Their corrosion will testify against you and eat your flesh like fire. You have hoarded wealth in the last days.  4.  Look! The wages you failed to pay the workers who mowed your fields are crying out against you. The cries of the harvesters have reached the ears of the Lord Almighty.  5.  You have lived on earth in luxury and self-indulgence. You have fattened yourselves in the day of slaughter.  6.  You have condemned and murdered the innocent one, who was not opposing you.       (James 5:1-6 NIV)To view a video version of the Blended Worship Service please click on the following link:   https://youtu.be/2Qd6XqIpV84(The audio version of the Blended Worship Service will most likely have to be stopped from playing or else it will be heard as well as the audio track of the video version.)

"Bless, Don't Curse" -- Rev. Mike Kenyon

Blended families don't come with a rulebook—and most traditional parenting strategies fall apart when you're navigating two households, high levels of conflict, and kids caught in the middle.In this episode, Tracy Poizner sits down with Nina Cuellar-Barry, a retired special education teacher and certified Human Design specialist, to explore a powerful framework that helps parents understand their children on a deeper level.They discuss Nina's upcoming book Parenting with Human Design, and break down how exactly how Human Design can reveal a child's emotional wiring, decision-making style, and behavioral patterns—giving caring adults powerful tools that actually work in complex family dynamics.If you've ever felt like nothing you try is working… this conversation might be the missing piece.What Human Design is—and why it goes beyond personality testsHow to understand your child's emotional patterns (and stop guessing)Why some kids absorb emotions from others—and what to do about itThe difference between emotional vs. instinctive decision-makersHow to reduce conflict by working with your child's design, not against itWhy traditional parenting tools often fail in blended familiesParenting gets easier when you stop trying to “fix” behavior…and start understanding how your child is wired.Human Design gives you a blueprint—so instead of reacting emotionally or second-guessing yourself, you can respond with clarity and confidence.And in blended families?That clarity is everything.Some kids need time before making decisions—don't rush themOthers rely on gut instinct and should trust their first responseEmotionally sensitive children may be absorbing energy from both householdsNot all behavior is “defiance”—sometimes it's simply how they're designedExamples of phrases to communicate with kids around your own emotions, like:“I'm feeling this—but I'm handling it”that help protect emotionally open children from stressStepmoms navigating emotional tension in blended familiesParents dealing with confusing or inconsistent child behaviorFamilies experiencing co-parenting conflictAnyone looking for deeper, more personalized parenting toolsParenting with Human Design by Nina Cuellar-Barry – preorder available on AmazonJoin the Essential Stepmom Facebook Group for positive , solutions-based community conversation: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theessentialstepmomUndeletable Dad Podcast (for fathers navigating post-divorce parenting):https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/undeletable-dad/id1592210062Essential Stepmom website: https://essentialstepmom.comCatch the Essential Stepmom Podcast on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms.

Host Melissa Fifield, Head of the BMO Climate Institute, speaks with John Piotti, CEO of the American Farmland Trust, about why farmland should be viewed as essential climate infrastructure and what it takes to invest in it accordingly. They discuss how well-managed farms can deliver measurable climate and environmental benefits, and why connecting public and private capital to regenerative practices matters for resilience across food systems. The conversation covers practical financing pathways—including agricultural conservation easements as a tool to protect land and unlock capital—plus the realities of scaling regenerative practices like cover crops, reduced tillage, and crop rotations.

Tracklisting: 01. Adriatique, Emmit Fenn - Closer (Extended Mix) 02. Jono Stephenson - Digital Rain (Extended Mix) 03. Vemativ, Danito - Make You Mine (Extended Mix)04. Veeco - I Love Orchestra (Extended Mix) 05. Aprops - Feel (Extended Mix) *06. Kadhim - Show Me Ft. Luke Coulson (Extended Mix)07. David Ramano - Out Of The Ether (Extended Mix)08. Eemoz - Skin Of Silence (Extended Mix) **09. Kasper Koman - Morgen (Extended Mix)10. Blended, Oxbin - Evermore (Extended Mix)11. Artic White - Paradigm (Extended Mix)12. Aplexo - Where the Light Lies (Extended Remix)Listeners Choice *Pure Discovery **

A lively Friday Q&A kicks off with some unintended voice effects courtesy of Don's grandkids before diving into listener questions on money market funds versus high-yield savings accounts, Roth vs. traditional 401(k) decisions in high tax brackets, expense ratios in fund-of-funds like Avantis ETFs, the limited value of international bonds, the reality behind indexed annuity caps, and whether investors should ever move beyond simple one-fund portfolios. The throughline: keep it simple, understand risk vs. safety, and don't overestimate your ability to outsmart well-constructed investment strategies. 0:04 Grandkids + Rodecaster voice effects open 1:55 HYSA vs. Schwab money market funds (SWVXX, Treasury MMFs) 3:54 Risk spectrum: prime vs. government money markets 5:35 Why some online banks are ditching ACH transfers 6:54 Roth vs. traditional 401(k) in a high tax bracket 8:11 Blended strategy and tax flexibility over time 10:21 AVGV expense ratio—are fees stacked? 10:47 Fund-of-funds pricing explained (no double dipping) 11:41 International bonds: worth it or unnecessary complexity? 13:22 Indexed annuity caps—can they go up? (the reality) 15:33 Why indexed annuities remain opaque and costly 16:08 One-fund portfolios vs. DIY allocation thresholds 17:42 Why simplicity often beats customization 18:47 Don's own one-fund 401(k) approach 19:32 Plug: Short Storyverses podcasts 20:06 Plug: Financial Fysics Kindle release Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Questions? Comments?A lively Friday Q&A kicks off with some unintended voice effects courtesy of Don's grandkids before diving into listener questions on money market funds versus high-yield savings accounts, Roth vs. traditional 401(k) decisions in high tax brackets, expense ratios in fund-of-funds like Avantis ETFs, the limited value of international bonds, the reality behind indexed annuity caps, and whether investors should ever move beyond simple one-fund portfolios. The throughline: keep it simple, understand risk vs. safety, and don't overestimate your ability to outsmart well-constructed investment strategies.0:04 Grandkids + Rodecaster voice effects open1:55 HYSA vs. Schwab money market funds (SWVXX, Treasury MMFs)3:54 Risk spectrum: prime vs. government money markets5:35 Why some online banks are ditching ACH transfers6:54 Roth vs. traditional 401(k) in a high tax bracket8:11 Blended strategy and tax flexibility over time10:21 AVGV expense ratio—are fees stacked?10:47 Fund-of-funds pricing explained (no double dipping)11:41 International bonds: worth it or unnecessary complexity?13:22 Indexed annuity caps—can they go up? (the reality)15:33 Why indexed annuities remain opaque and costly16:08 One-fund portfolios vs. DIY allocation thresholds17:42 Why simplicity often beats customization18:47 Don's own one-fund 401(k) approach19:32 Plug: Short Storyverses podcasts20:06 Plug: Financial Fysics Kindle releaseLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Blended fruit smoothies are often marketed as healthy, but the hosts explain why they can actually sabotage fat loss by spiking blood sugar, reducing satiety, and making it easy to overconsume calories. The conversation shifts into humorous cultural trends, including animal fashion, historical wigs, and strange beauty customs. The hosts also share personal updates, including struggles balancing cardio and lifting, upcoming DEXA results while increasing calories, and intense DIY yard work projects. In the coaching segment, trainers guide callers on choosing the right MAPS programs between phases of training. They also address physique competition strategy, hip replacement rehab training, and the challenge of exercise compulsion. The episode wraps with practical advice on training smarter, eating enough to support progress, and building a healthier relationship with fitness. The Spring Bundle: Symmetry , Prime , Advanced Training Techniques Guide all for $147 (over 50% off) mapsmarch.com This Episode is brought to you by Vuori: vuoriclothing.com/mindpump No code to receive 20% off your first order. This Episode is also brought to you by Vita Bella: http://mphormones.com/ Code: MINDPUMP365   To unlock this deal, patients must enroll in our Annual Membership ! What They Get:  $150 in savings when they pre-pay for the annual membership FREE Essential Lab Panel (market value: $1,100) WHAT IS BUTCHERBOX? Better Meat for a Better You! Convenience. Get our meat delivered, for free, right to your door. Each box is perfectly packed and portioned for your needs. Quality. We're committed to premium meat: 100% grass-fed beef, free-range organic chicken, pork raised crate-free, and wild-caught seafood. Our goal is to make high-quality meat accessible to as many people as possible. We're able to deliver you the best products for less than $6 per meal. And shipping is free! Mind Pump's top picks: Ribeyes, Bone-in Chicken Thighs, Premium Steak Tips , Baby Back Ribs, Gluten Free Chicken Nuggets , Flat Iron Steaks butcherbox.com/mindpump No Code ! New users will receive their choice between free Chicken Breast for a year, shrimp for a year or ground beef for life! 00:00 Show Intro, Sponsors, and T-Shirt Winners 03:01 Why Fruit Smoothies Can Sabotage Fat Loss 07:48 Rethinking Breakfast and Food Habits 15:35 Improving Your Relationship with Food 21:02 Weird Fashion Trends and Cultural Humor 34:40 Balancing Cardio Weeks and Lifting 40:42 DEXA Results and Increasing Calories 46:48 Justin's DIY Yard and Septic Work 01:03:13 Coaching Call: Program Selection and Training Phases 01:10:03 Coaching Call: Physique Competition Strategy 01:26:36 Coaching Call: Training After Hip Replacement 01:35:05 Coaching Call: Exercise Compulsion and Balance