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The Supreme Court has denied a bid by the Trump administration to restrict mail-in voting. On this week's On the Media, hear about the attempts, successful and not, to turn election conspiracies into policy. Plus, the case for literary gatekeepers. [01:00] Micah Loewinger speaks with Rick Hasen, law professor and director of the Safeguarding Democracy Project at UCLA, about the state of our election systems heading into midterm season, and what headlines should hold our attention.[20:07] Brooke Gladstone speaks with Mark Krotov, the publisher and coeditor of the literary magazine n+1, about how old books are enjoying renewed popularity thanks to the flourishing “reissue” book market, and TikTokers' penchant for hidden gems in the backlist. But what does the trend tell us about the health of the publishing industry?[35:41] Brooke also sits down with Laura McGrath, an assistant professor of English at Temple University and the author of the book, Middlemen: Literary Agents and the Making of American Fiction, to discuss the little-known history of literary agents, the unseen tastemakers choosing your favorite novels. Further reading:“Exorcising Justice Alito's Voter Fraud Boogeyman,” by Richard L. Hasen“A Judicial Guide to Search Warrants Seeking Election Materials,” by Richard L. Hasen and Shelby Wayment“Old Directions: Reviving the spirit of revival,” by Mark Krotov and Lisa BorstMiddlemen: Literary Agents and the Making of American Fiction, by Laura McGrath On the Media is supported by listeners like you. Support OTM by donating today (https://pledge.wnyc.org/support/otm). Follow our show on Instagram, Bluesky, TikTok and Facebook @onthemedia, and share your thoughts with us by emailing onthemedia@wnyc.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Panic Attack Relief — Ride the Wave Until It Passes | Box Breathing Guided Meditation If your heart is hammering, your hands are tingling and some frightened part of you is certain something terrible is about to happen — start here. This is Panic Attack Relief: a 10-minute guided meditation to help you float through a panic attack instead of fighting it. You are not dying, you are not going mad, you are not losing control. A panic attack is a wave — it rises, it peaks, and every single time, it falls. Hosted by clinical hypnotherapist and former paramedic Martin Hewlett, this session uses box breathing (also called square breathing or tactical breathing) — the breath taught to soldiers, divers and emergency responders to keep a clear head while the body is screaming to run. We start with gentle counts of three, ease into fours, then settle into warm golden-light affirmations to remind your nervous system that the adrenaline is already finishing its journey and cannot stay. Whether you're on the bathroom floor right now or building your daily calm, this is anxiety relief for panic attacks, breathwork and nervous-system reset — and a reminder that your record is perfect: you have survived every panic attack you have ever had. ⏱️ Time Chapters * 00:00 – You are not dying: a panic attack is a wave* 00:55 – Welcome (your host Martin, clinical hypnotherapist & former paramedic)* 01:24 – Anchored: the always-there Instant Calm button* 01:57 – Box breathing — threes, then fours (in through the nose, out through the mouth)* 04:44 – The tide goes out: adrenaline has a shelf life* 05:21 – Warm golden light & panic-attack affirmations* 08:35 – Your three daily caring tips* 09:28 – Gently coming back into the room* 10:08 – Outro, share & be kind 

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Seth takes a closer look at Donald Trump facing backlash from his own party for using taxpayer dollars to air campaign ads and his handpicked candidate for Senate in Texas bashing him.Then, Dakota Johnson talks about hosting SNL on her birthday, filming her new movie "Verity" and starring in Taylor Swift's music video for "Patient Zero."See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This month's GRETAGRAM book club selection is Exit Party, the new novel from Station Eleven author Emily St. John Mandel. Like her other novels, this is a story that spans genre and time. It opens with Ari Waker, the villain from Emily's novel The Singer's Gun, as she goes to a party at the end of the world. Some very strange things happen at that party, and Ari is haunted by them for decades to come.In this spoiler-free interview, host Greta Johnsen talks with Emily about her inspiration for the novel, her writing process, and how she keeps track of all the interconnected characters from her books. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Lindsay Owens, the executive director of the Groundwork Collaborative and the author of Gouged: The End of a Fair Price–and What That Means for Your Wallet (Viking, 2026) talks about the proliferation of "junk fees" and the hidden risks of loyalty programs, plus the use of data and algorithms to hike prices. Photo: A shopper opens an empty wallet inside a shopping mall, visually representing the financial strain and reduced spending power caused by inflation and rising living costs. (shih-wei via Getty Images) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of Sasquatch Odyssey, Brian welcomes Rob from Idaho, whose journey into the world of Bigfoot began with skepticism and eventually led him into field research, BFRO expeditions, unexplained encounters, and questions he never expected to be asking. Rob shares how his perspective began to change after attending BFRO outings, where he encountered unusual evidence that included track casts, a thermal image of something apparently swaying between trees near Bunking Lake, and strange red orbs seen hovering above his vehicle.One of his most unsettling experiences came during a night at Loon Lake in Idaho's Payette National Forest.Rob and a friend noticed a faint yellow light moving low to the ground before catching a brief glimpse of what appeared to be a tall, reddish figure. Soon afterward, a powerful vocalization resembling the famous “Ohio howl” echoed through the area for hours. As the night continued, both men were left with the disturbing feeling that something was following them through the forest.The conversation also explores other reported Idaho encounters, including sightings around Loon Lake, Priest Lake, Highway 12, and the Payette River Meanders, where witnesses in 2024 reported seeing two large upright figures in broad daylight. Other accounts involve screams, whistles, thrown rocks, unexplained tracks, and activity deep in remote wilderness.Rob also recounts a trip into the Sawtooth Mountains near Redfish Lake and the surrounding bench lakes, where he witnessed a pulsating ball of light, saw what he describes as a dark brown figure with green eyes near camp, and later heard a distinct whoop from the surrounding forest.The episode closes with a deeper discussion about one of the biggest divides in Bigfoot research: whether Sasquatch is simply an undiscovered flesh-and-blood primate, possibly connected to something like Gigantopithecus, or whether the stranger reports involving glowing eyes, orbs, portals, and other so-called “woo” phenomena suggest there may be more to the mystery.Rob also talks about his experience appearing on Finding Bigfoot and how years in the field transformed him from a skeptic into someone convinced that something unexplained is living in the forests of Idaho.Email BrianJoin Our FREE NewsletterGet Brian's Books Leave Us A VoicemailVisit Our WebsiteBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.Have you had a Bigfoot encounter, Sasquatch sighting, Dogman experience, or other cryptid or paranormal encounter? We'd love to hear your story. Email brian@paranormalworldproductions.com to be featured on a future episode of Sasquatch Odyssey.Sasquatch Odyssey is a leading Bigfoot and cryptid podcast exploring real encounters, field research, and scientific analysis of the Sasquatch phenomenon.Follow the show and turn on automatic downloads so you never miss an episode.

I Can Change — New Month New Way of Thinking (Physiological Sigh) A new month can feel like something between a fresh page and a quiet accusation. Part of you is already looking back — at what you meant to do, at what you promised yourself and didn't quite manage. This 10-minute guided meditation offers something kinder: a month is not a report card, and you don't need the first of September to begin again. Martin guides you through setting down the heavy backpack of everything unfinished from last month, then into the physiological sigh — two breaths in through the nose, one long breath out through the mouth. It's the fastest reset your nervous system has, and it makes the point of the whole episode better than any words can: you were already different ninety seconds later. Four guided rounds, followed by a warm golden-light body scan and affirmations for self-compassion, fresh starts and letting go. This is anxiety relief for anyone who feels behind, who is being hard on themselves about how the year is going, or who has quietly given up on something good because they "ruined it" by missing a few days. Every day is a brand new reset — every hour, every breath. Hosted by clinical hypnotherapist and former paramedic Martin Hewlett.  ⏱️ Time Chapters * 00:00 – Cold open: a month is not a report card* 01:08 – Welcome to Calming Anxiety with Martin* 01:24 – Settling: finding your quiet place* 01:56 – The heavy backpack: setting last month down* 02:50 – The physiological sigh: the science* 03:21 – Four guided rounds* 05:25 – Warm golden light body scan* 06:20 – Today's gentle affirmations* 08:15 – Your three daily caring tips* 09:15 – Coming gently back into the room* 09:48 – Closing thoughts and sign-off  

Silence — A Fable by Edgar Allan Poe — A Classic Gothic Bedtime Story, Narrated Audiobook | Books at Bedtime A classic audiobook narrated aloud as part of Calming Anxiety's Books at Bedtime series. Tonight's bedtime story is Silence — A Fable by Edgar Allan Poe, a strange, dreamlike prose poem and one of his least known and most hypnotic works, perfect for the long October nights leading up to Halloween. It was first published in 1838 under the title "Siope — A Fable" and is long in the public domain: Edgar Allan Poe (1809–1849) died more than 175 years ago. For more calming audiobooks and gentler sleep stories whenever you need them, download Anchored, the free companion app to Calming Anxiety, with offline-ready relaxation and Books at Bedtime sessions for any hour of the night.Get it on the App Store at https://apps.apple.com/us/app/anchored-panic-anxiety/id6785035669 or on Google Play at https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.martinhewlett.anchored. "Listen to me," said the Demon, as he placed his hand upon my head. In this narrated fable, a demon describes a dreary land beside the river Zaire, where the waters never rest, pale water lilies sigh one unto the other, and the tall primeval trees rock forever though there is no wind. Beneath a crimson moon, a solitary man sits upon a great grey rock, and the demon sets out to unsettle him with storm, thunder and tumult. Nothing moves him, until the demon tries something far stranger. With its rolling, repeating rhythms and rich, incantatory language, this is Poe at his most musical. It's a haunting meditation on solitude, stillness and the power of silence itself, and an unusual choice for anyone who loves classic literature read aloud and a little gothic atmosphere before sleep. Please note: this is an eerie gothic piece, a little darker in mood than our usual gentle sleep stories. If you're feeling anxious or fragile tonight, you may prefer one of our calmer Books at Bedtime readings. Hosted and narrated by clinical hypnotherapist and former paramedic Martin Hewlett, as part of Calming Anxiety's Coffee Break for the Soul and Books at Bedtime story readings. And in everything, my friend, be kind.  Support the Show: Rate & Review: Leave a 5-star review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts to help us reach more listeners! YouTube: Watch all episodes at https://www.youtube.com/c/calminganxiety?sub_confirmation=1 Social Media Support: For younger listeners struggling with social media stress, visit https://www.icanhelp.net/ Music: All music by Chris CollinsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/calming-anxiety-guided-meditation-sleep-hypnosis-panic-attack-relief--4110266/support.Ready for More Calm?Thank you for listening to the Calming Anxiety Podcast, featuring guided meditation, mindfulness, and sleep hypnosis sessions with Martin Hewlett. Our mission is to provide you with proven tools for anxiety relief, stress reduction, and a path toward deep relaxation. Use this episode anytime you need to calm your mind and feel more at ease.

In this hour of VSiN By The Books, Dave Ross and Jensen Lewis chat Sunday's NFL Week 4 slate before Red Alert predicts Week 4 anytime touchdown scorers. Also on the show, VSiN's Shoulda Bet More podcast host Will Hill hops on with his favorite MLB, NFL and college football picks. A recap of today's best bets wraps up the show.Edge Boost: New users, sign up with promo code VSiN, make a minimum $100 deposit into your EDGE Boost account, and EDGE Boost will match your deposit up to $100 https://www.edgeboost.bet/guide/?oid=198&affid=86Omaha Steaks: Football Meets Flavor with VSiN and Omaha Steaks. Get 2 FREE pounds of 100% American Ultra-Premium Ground Beef on orders of $129+. Visit OmahaSteaks.com/VSIN to get started. https://www.omahasteaks.com/VSIN Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this hour of VSiN By The Books, Dave Ross and Jensen Lewis chat today's Highlights and Headlines before VSiN contributor Lou Finocchiaro joins the show to help preview UFC 332 and NFL Week 4. Also on the show, more previewing NFL Week 4 and the Daily Diamond previews the MLB AL and NL Division Series.Edge Boost: New users, sign up with promo code VSiN, make a minimum $100 deposit into your EDGE Boost account, and EDGE Boost will match your deposit up to $100 https://www.edgeboost.bet/guide/?oid=198&affid=86Omaha Steaks: Football Meets Flavor with VSiN and Omaha Steaks. Get 2 FREE pounds of 100% American Ultra-Premium Ground Beef on orders of $129+. Visit OmahaSteaks.com/VSIN to get started. https://www.omahasteaks.com/VSIN Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this hour of VSiN By The Books, Dave Ross and Jensen Lewis chat today's Highlights and Headlines before recapping last night's Thursday Night Football game and the Browns holding off the Steelers. Also on the show, previewing NFL Week 4 and The Borgata's Race and Sports Director Thomas Gable drops by to talk about where some of the bets are going this weekend.Edge Boost: New users, sign up with promo code VSiN, make a minimum $100 deposit into your EDGE Boost account, and EDGE Boost will match your deposit up to $100 https://www.edgeboost.bet/guide/?oid=198&affid=86Omaha Steaks: Football Meets Flavor with VSiN and Omaha Steaks. Get 2 FREE pounds of 100% American Ultra-Premium Ground Beef on orders of $129+. Visit OmahaSteaks.com/VSIN to get started. https://www.omahasteaks.com/VSIN Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Abounding Grace is an outreach ministry of Calvary Church in Aurora, Colorado.Pastor Ed Taylor is the Senior Pastor of Calvary Church –you can find more about him at edtaylor.org.Books by Pastor Ed along with other curated discipleshipresources from his home church bookstore are available at calvaryco.storeIf you like what you hear on Abounding Grace – don't forgetto follow us, and share it with your friends and family!

John continues his conversation with Maeve Ferguson about using intellectual property to create assessments and gather data about potential clients. Maeve explains what a data funnel is, how it differs from a traditional lead magnet, and how businesses can use it to connect people with the right offers. They also discuss adding assessments to books, the cost and process of building one, and how Maeve balances her business with family life. About Maeve Ferguson: Northern Ireland-based strategist working with bestselling authors, 7-10 figure thought leaders, and the world's most established experts. Former EY consultant. Former private equity director. Now the architect behind a new category of business asset that most experts do not yet know exists. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - People who might benefit from Maeve's work [02:00] - What is a data funnel? [05:45] - Why Maeve recommends making assessments part of the book [08:04] - Adding an assessment to books that are already published [10:52] - Cost of assessment implementation [12:26] - Maeve's connections with authors and publishing professionals [13:01] - Maeve's plans to write her own book about data [16:18] - John's plans for his book launch [17:28] - How entrepreneurship has affected Maeve's family life [19:45] - Maeve's definition of success [20:45] - #1 daily habit [20:52] - Traits of a great leader [22:14] - Legacy Maeve wants to leave behind [22:42] - How Maeve invests in her own marriage [28:23] - Creating memories with family [29:22] - Best way to connect with Maeve [33:10] - Books recommendation [33:37] - Wrap-up NOTABLE QUOTES: "Execution is an underrated skill." "The greatest thing that you can give your kid is to demonstrate for them on a daily basis what it looks like to have a loving, healthy marriage where Mom and Dad love each other and express that in front of them." "One of my favorite things about the assessment is that it leads with value. It gives so much insight, so much value before anything is ever sold. People have huge breakthroughs, huge realizations about self, or their situation, or where they are, or where they are in the process." "Date night or date day, whatever works for you guys. That needs to be in there in ink, and you plan everything else around that. That's how important it is for your marriage." "There's another way to do life." "Purpose is on the other side of pain. You can't deny it, you can't numb it, you can't pretend it's not there, and you can't avoid it. You have to work through it." BOOKS MENTIONED: You Are The Brand: The 8-Step Blueprint to Showcase Your Unique Expertise and Build a Highly Profitable, Personally Fulfilling Business by Mike Kim (https://amzn.to/4y1qvYJ) The Power of Moments: Why Certain Experiences Have Extraordinary Impact by Chip and Dan Heath (https://amzn.to/3VL1Xpv) Write a Must-Read: Craft a Book That Changes Lives—Including Your Own by AJ Harper (https://amzn.to/4iZsLfx) 10x Is Easier Than 2x: How World-Class Entrepreneurs Achieve More by Doing Less by Benjamin Hardy and Dan Sullivan (https://amzn.to/4AO2lnu) Rich Relationships: Create a Million-Dollar Network for Your Business by Selena Soo (https://amzn.to/4dLOaVS) PODCAST MENTIONED: Don't Write That Book Podcast with Mike Michalowicz and AJ Harper (https://tinyurl.com/DontWriteThatBookPodcast) USEFUL LINKS: https://www.maevefergusonconsulting.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/maeveferguson/ https://www.instagram.com/iammaeveferguson/ https://substack.com/@maeveferguson https://www.youtube.com/@maeveferguson CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://iamjohnhulen.com    LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen    Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen    X - https://x.com/johnhulen    YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@iamjohnhulen    EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/ 

John continues his conversation with Maeve Ferguson about using intellectual property to create assessments and gather data about potential clients. Maeve explains what a data funnel is, how it differs from a traditional lead magnet, and how businesses can use it to connect people with the right offers. They also discuss adding assessments to books, the cost and process of building one, and how Maeve balances her business with family life. About Maeve Ferguson: Northern Ireland-based strategist working with bestselling authors, 7-10 figure thought leaders, and the world's most established experts. Former EY consultant. Former private equity director. Now the architect behind a new category of business asset that most experts do not yet know exists. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - People who might benefit from Maeve's work [02:00] - What is a data funnel? [05:45] - Why Maeve recommends making assessments part of the book [08:04] - Adding an assessment to books that are already published [10:52] - Cost of assessment implementation [12:26] - Maeve's connections with authors and publishing professionals [13:01] - Maeve's plans to write her own book about data [16:18] - John's plans for his book launch [17:28] - How entrepreneurship has affected Maeve's family life [19:45] - Maeve's definition of success [20:45] - #1 daily habit [20:52] - Traits of a great leader [22:14] - Legacy Maeve wants to leave behind [22:42] - How Maeve invests in her own marriage [28:23] - Creating memories with family [29:22] - Best way to connect with Maeve [33:10] - Books recommendation [33:37] - Wrap-up NOTABLE QUOTES: "Execution is an underrated skill." "The greatest thing that you can give your kid is to demonstrate for them on a daily basis what it looks like to have a loving, healthy marriage where Mom and Dad love each other and express that in front of them." "One of my favorite things about the assessment is that it leads with value. It gives so much insight, so much value before anything is ever sold. People have huge breakthroughs, huge realizations about self, or their situation, or where they are, or where they are in the process." "Date night or date day, whatever works for you guys. That needs to be in there in ink, and you plan everything else around that. That's how important it is for your marriage." "There's another way to do life." "Purpose is on the other side of pain. You can't deny it, you can't numb it, you can't pretend it's not there, and you can't avoid it. You have to work through it." BOOKS MENTIONED: You Are The Brand: The 8-Step Blueprint to Showcase Your Unique Expertise and Build a Highly Profitable, Personally Fulfilling Business by Mike Kim (https://amzn.to/4y1qvYJ) The Power of Moments: Why Certain Experiences Have Extraordinary Impact by Chip and Dan Heath (https://amzn.to/3VL1Xpv) Write a Must-Read: Craft a Book That Changes Lives—Including Your Own by AJ Harper (https://amzn.to/4iZsLfx) 10x Is Easier Than 2x: How World-Class Entrepreneurs Achieve More by Doing Less by Benjamin Hardy and Dan Sullivan (https://amzn.to/4AO2lnu) Rich Relationships: Create a Million-Dollar Network for Your Business by Selena Soo (https://amzn.to/4dLOaVS) PODCAST MENTIONED: Don't Write That Book Podcast with Mike Michalowicz and AJ Harper (https://tinyurl.com/DontWriteThatBookPodcast) USEFUL LINKS: https://www.maevefergusonconsulting.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/maeveferguson/ https://www.instagram.com/iammaeveferguson/ https://substack.com/@maeveferguson https://www.youtube.com/@maeveferguson CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://iamjohnhulen.com    LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen    Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen    X - https://x.com/johnhulen    YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@iamjohnhulen    EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/ 

Hello Friends! I love to hear from you! Please send me a text message by clicking on this link! Blessings to You!In this episode, Dr. Jori discusses with her listeners  Jesus's exhortation to His disciples that the "harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few and to ask the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into His harvest".  Scripture References: Luke 10:2; Luke 1:1-5; Acts 1:1-8; Luke 9:51-10:6; Matthew 9:35-38; John 4:31-38 Scripture translation used is the NASB “Scripture quotations taken from the NASB (New American Standard Bible) Copyright 1971, 1995, 2020 (only use the last year corresponding to the edition quoted) by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission. All rights reserved. www.Lockman.org”CHECK OUT DR. JORI'S OTHER PODCAST- The First Love ProjectHere is the video introducing the podcast on You Tube-https://youtu.be/PhFY1moDDmsHERE IS A LINK TO THE YOUTUBE PLAYLIST FOR FIRST LOVE PROJECThttps://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdaujk1npuKR0BLSkTlKyxmuxavrZQHM6&si=dC10K4Qdh0xMKElU FIND DR. JORI ON OTHER PLATFORMS https://linktr.ee/drjorishaffer DAILY MUSICAL DEVOTIONAL BY THE WORSHIP INITIATIVE:Text SING to 79316CHECK OUT THE DWELL AUDIO BIBLE APP:Click this link for my unique referral code.  I use this frequently. Such a wonderful audio bible app. https://dwellapp.io/aff?ref=jorishafferBIBLE STUDY TOOLS DR. JORI USES:Note: These contain  Amazon affiliate links, meaning I get a commission, at no extra cost to you,  if you decide to make a purchase through my links.Here is a link to some of my favorite bible study tools on Amazon:https://geni.us/cHtrfEMr. Pen Bible Journaling Kitshttps://lvnta.com/lv_PTrHSCogbRim4yhEDnhttps://lvnta.com/lv_mkaMOuGe6m4oHR88uqhttps://lvnta.com/lv_dgvsxOc99t663A628z  BOOKS OF BIBLE COLOR CHARTI made this chart as a helpful tool for grouping the collections of books or letters  in the Holy Bible.  The colors in the different sections are the ones that I use in my journals.  Books of Bible Chart (color) (4).pdf - Google Drive    LOOKING TO RETAIN MORE OF WHAT YOUR PASTOR IS TEACHING?              CHECK OUT DR. JORI'S SERMON REFLECTION JOURNALS! Sermon Notes, Reflections and Applications Journal/Notebooks by Dr. Jori. Click the links below to be directed to amazon.com for purchase. Or search “Dr. Jori Shaffer” on Amazon to bring these up.  https://amzn.to/418LfRshttps://amzn.to/41862EyHere is a brief YouTube video that tells about the Journal/Notebooks as well:https://youtu.be/aXpQNYUEzds   Email: awordforthisday@gmail.comPodcast website:  https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.com   Support the show

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Nick Bostrom rose to prominence for predicting artificial intelligence doom more than a decade ago — garnering support from figures like Elon Musk, Sam Altman and Bill Gates. But now he's retreating from those warnings, focusing his attention on a more complex question: What if A.I. succeeds beyond humanity's wildest imaginations? Will we be bored out of our minds? Are we too infantile to understand what's coming?Guest host Spencer Klavan, the associate editor at the Claremont Review of Books, presses Bostrom on the potential uses and abuses of superintelligence, rationalist ethics and what makes us human.Note: As we work on relaunching “Interesting Times,” the show will feature a series of guest hosts in the coming months.00:00 Intro01:07 What is P(doom)?04:44 Bostrom's Doomsday Scenarios06:14 Vulnerable World Hypothesis08:27 The Best-Case Scenario of Superintelligence12:37 The Problems We Can't Solve in Utopia14:47 Paths to Superintelligence17:02 What Kind of Utopia Do We Want to Live In?21:56 The Values Worth Keeping in Utopia32:42 Bostrom's Influence on Effective Altruism38:04 Are Existential Warnings Helpful?43:52 The Trajectory of Humanity46:51 Why Bostrom Wants Utopia (A full transcript of this episode is available on the Times website.)Thoughts? Email us at interestingtimes@nytimes.com. Please subscribe to our YouTube Channel, Interesting Times. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Amazon Music. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here https://www.nytimes.com/activate-access/audio?source=podcatcher. For more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

There is a type of children's book that we haven't talked much about here in twelve years of Read-Aloud Revival. But it's one that almost anyone who has spent time with babies knows well: board books.Board books are how so many of our kids meet stories and books for the first time. They're often the first books babies and littles are able to really get their hands (and mouths!) on, and experience touching the pictures and turning the pages for themselves. So today, we're going to do a bit of a deep dive on board books, and I couldn't think of a better person to join me for this than bestselling author and illustrator Tabitha Paige. Tabitha is a speech language pathologist as well as a creator of absolutely stunning board books, and in this episode she shares all about what they can do for our littlest readers as well as what to look for when choosing board books. In this episode, you'll hear: How board books create positive experiences that make kids want to come back to books again and againWhy realistic illustrations are an important tool for building vocabularyThe way the multi-sensory experience of physically interacting with a board book enhances learningLearn more about Sarah Mackenzie:Read-Aloud RevivalWaxwing BooksSubscribe to the NewsletterFind the rest of the show notes at: readaloudrevival.com/tabitha-paige

Seth takes a closer look at Senate Republicans humiliating themselves in a train wreck hearing where they tried and failed to catch former special prosecutor Jack Smith in a gotcha moment.Then, Florence Pugh talks about filming her new show East of Eden, starring in Dune: Part Three and Avengers: Doomsday and appearing as her Marvel character Yelena Belova in Spider-Man: Brand New Day.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brea and Mallory discuss what to do when a book starts out amazing…and peters out into a boring read. Plus, they solve a problem about taking books from a little free library, and recommend starter horror books. Email us at readingglassespodcast at gmail dot com!Reading Glasses MerchRecommendations StoreThe Reading Glasses Book!Links -Reading Glasses Facebook GroupReading Glasses Goodreads GroupWish ListNewsletterLibro.fmTo join our Discord channel, email us proof of your Reading-Glasses-supporting Maximum Fun membership! Join us here!Books Mentioned -Bride by Ali HazelwoodRunner by Ashton LattimoreWe Have Always Lived in the Castle by Shirley JacksonThe Bewitching by Silvia Moreno-Garcia Help support this show and unlock bonus content! Become a member at https://maximumfun.org/joinglasses

This week, Kenzie sits down for book club with author Emma Brodie to recap the book, Into the Blue. You guys are going to absolutely love this book. Enjoy!  BLOG: https://kenzieelizabeth.coSHOP MERCH OUT NOW: https://shop.dearmedia.com/collections/ilysmWatch us on youtube: https://youtube.com/kenzieelizabethKenzie's IG: https://bit.ly/298RzRnKenzie's Twitter: https://bit.ly/2RdtJsEHG IG: https://bit.ly/2vlwxXy Sponsors: Dae: Visit sephora.com or your local Sephora store to shop dae's Cactus Fruit 3-in-1 Styling Cream. Over the Moon: Visit overthemoon.com and use code HOUSEGUEST15 for 15% off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pressure is how you respond when the stakes are high and expectations increase.Learning to handle pressure helps you stay calm, focused, and confident in challenging moments. With the right mindset, pressure becomes an opportunity to perform at your best instead of something to fear.Continue Your Mindset JourneyDiscover the power of the Hartman.Academy Platform at  https://www.hartman.academy/Explore the Hartman.Academy Podcast for practical strategies and tools focused on mindset, self-leadership, mindfulness, confidence, focus, resilience, and performance for athletes and workplace professionals.Hartman.Academy combines targeted assessments, personalized growth plans, self-coaching tools, educational resources, and 24/7 access to Digital Mind Mike Hartman to help you better understand yourself, strengthen your mindset, and turn insight into action.For additional support, Coaching with Mike Hartman provides personalized coaching focused on leadership, mindset, goal achievement, confidence, accountability, and performance.Books by Mike HartmanHealthy Mindset for AthletesWorkplace AthletesAvailable on Amazon.Assess. Understand. Build. Coach.Hartman.Academy 

9 Hours and 44 MinutesPG-13These are the episodes featuring Dr. Matthew Raphael Johnson minus the 200 Years Together readings (so far). Uprisings and Pogroms in Historic Ukraine A Century of Zionist Violence Vladimir Putin and His EnemiesThe Myth And Lies of the Russian 'Pogroms' The 'Red Terror' in Russia (1918-1922)Ukraine, Israel and Endless DestructionThe History of Khmelnytsky and his CossacksKarl Marx's Zur Judenfrage w/ Dr. Matthew Raphael JohnsonWho Is Claudia Sheinbaum?Borhy Splacheni Krovyu: The Foundations and Causes of the Russo-Ukrainian War of 2022-2025Dr Johnson's CashApp - $Raphael71Dr Johnson's PatreonRusJournal.orgTHE ORTHODOX NATIONALISTDr. Johnson's Radio Albion PageDr. Johnson's Books on AmazonPete and Thomas777 'At the Movies'Support Pete on His WebsitePete's PatreonPete's SubstackPete's SubscribestarPete's GUMROADPete's VenmoPete's Buy Me a CoffeePete on FacebookPete on TwitterBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-quinones-show--6071361/support.

Most of us think of inflammation when an ankle swells or a cut turns red. It's our body's immune system, and without it, we couldn't fight infections or repair injuries.  But when it stays switched on, this chronic inflammation can drain your energy, can affect your health over the years, and even lead to heart disease. Eventually, 1 in 3 of us will develop an inflammatory disease. In today's episode, Professor Luke O'Neill - one of the world's top 1% immunologists - explains why that matters and what you can do about it. He explores how everyday foods can push inflammation up, or help calm it. He also explains why balance matters more than banning foods like sugar, red meat, gluten, and dairy. As for your gut, you'll learn how anti-inflammatory foods like plants, fibre, and a healthy microbiome can help keep inflammation down.  By the end of the episode, you'll know how to eat, rest, and enjoy life in ways that can keep inflammation in check.  Could the way you eat help your body's healer do its job without going into overdrive? 

In this episode we talk about the uncomfortable reality that unless the Lord returns first we will all die one day and discuss the wisdom that comes through this awareness.Scriptures referenced:Psalm 90:12Philippians 1:232 Corinthians 5:8Romans 6:23Romans 3:23John 5:24John 14:6John 3:16John 17:3Luke 23:43Acts 4:12Ecclesiastes 7:2Ecclesiastes 7:4Galatians 5:22-23Ephesians 5:15-16Matthew 11:28-30Psalm 39:4-5BibliographyLewis, C. S. The Collected Letters of C. S. Lewis. Vol. 2, Books, Broadcasts, and the War, 1931–1949. Edited by Walter Hooper. San Francisco: HarperSanFrancisco, 2004.Tolkien, J. R. R. The Return of the King: Being the Third Part of "The Lord of the Rings." 2nd ed. Boston: Houghton Mifflin, 1965.Feel free to email the podcast at ijustwanttotalkabout@gmail.com, and we will respond as soon as we are able!I WANT TO BE DISCIPLEDI am on staff with another ministry called Mentoring Men for the Master (M3). M3 is a discipleship ministry; so, if you are interested in being discipled and having someone come alongside you to invest in you and your walk with Jesus, or if you would like to do this in someone else's life, feel free to email us at info@mentoringmen.net. You can also check out M3's website by clicking "I want to be discipled". Also note that despite the ministry's name, M3 disciples both men and women; so, the offer is open to all!I WANT TO SIGN UP FOR THE NEWSLETTERIf you would like to sign up to receive newsletter updates, simply click "I want to sign up for the newsletter" and fill out the form. Also, feel free to check out our most recent newsletter.I WANT TO SUPPORT THE PODCASTIf you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking "I want to support the podcast". I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads!...

Is there a limit to how many cartoonists can build successful careers—or is the real limiting factor the cartoonists themselves?Cartoonists Brad Guigar and Dave Kellett examine the surprisingly vast comics ecosystem, where thousands of creators can cultivate separate audiences without ever appearing on one another's radar. The market may have room for far more working cartoonists than we realize — but success requires more than artistic ability. Creators must also be willing to learn business, communicate consistently with their audiences, and improve when something doesn't work.Also: Brad discovers that his brilliant new idea had already been implemented… by Brad.ON TODAY'S SHOWIs there a ceiling on the number of successful comics careers?Why artistic talent alone isn't enoughThe danger of waiting for Marvel, syndication, or a publisher to “make” your careerAudience-building isn't “shilling”—it's part of the jobCould 10,000 different Brad Guigars all make a living?How niche comics find their “true fans”Three essentials for a sustainable comics careerWhy repeated promotional messaging mattersThe Council of BradsDo Kickstarter creators owe sales tax?Kickstarter Pledge Manager vs. BackerKitDr. Wigglesby: Which comic was the first successful daily newspaper strip? You get great rewards when you join the ComicLab Community on Patreon$2 — Early access to episodes$5 — Submit a question for possible use on the show AND get the exclusive ProTips podcast. Plus $2-tier rewards.If you'd like a one-on-one consultation about your comic, book it now!Brad Guigar is the creator of Evil Inc and the author of The Webcomics Handbook. He is available for personal consultations. Dave Kellett is the creator of Sheldon and Drive. He is the co-director of the comics documentary, Stripped.

Sara Gibson's life story is shaped by a loving childhood, hard work, and a devastating experience with domestic violence that changed everything. She describes losing her sense of identity, enduring profound physical and emotional pain, and feeling at times that she had nothing left to live for after the trauma and loss of her children. Even so, Sara refuses to be defined by what happened to her, saying she chose survival, sobriety, therapy, and honesty as the first steps toward healing. Her perspective is that pain can become purpose, and that speaking openly and helping others can turn a story of suffering into one of strength and recovery.(00:06:43) Camping Trips, Fishing, and Books with Mom(00:10:12) Swapping Shifts to Dodge Mandated Overtime(00:14:59) Muscling Through Papa and Amber's Devastating Loss(00:29:28) Kismet After Blown Veins and Hematomas(00:32:33) master manipulator warning signs and red flags(00:40:01) Drinking, monthly fights, and hostage-like control(00:46:16) The chambered round and arterial spray(00:51:11) Blood transfusions, respirator, and infected leg vein(01:04:44) Herpes for the Brain: Healing Through Purpose(01:06:56) Boxed Up Pain and Emotional Distance(01:12:03) Turning Pain Into Purpose Through Sobriety and Therapy

Anxiety Relief in 10 Minutes — Turn Your Anxiety Down, Not Off | Guided Meditation With 4-2-6 Breathing Anxiety relief in ten minutes, with nothing to achieve. If you're listening right in the middle of anxiety, stay here. You don't have to switch anxiety off. You can simply learn to turn it down a little, one breath at a time. This gentle guided meditation for anxiety is for any moment you need to unclench your jaw, drop your shoulders and let your nervous system settle, whether you're heading back into your day or getting ready for sleep. For a quiet place to return to whenever anxiety catches you out, download Anchored, Calming Anxiety's free companion app.Get it on the App Store at https://apps.apple.com/us/app/anchored-panic-anxiety/id6785035669 or on Google Play at https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.martinhewlett.anchored. Hosted by clinical hypnotherapist and former paramedic Martin Hewlett, this episode uses 4-2-6 breathing: in through the nose for four, a gentle pause for two, and slowly out through the mouth for six. With every out-breath you'll imagine turning the volume of life down a little, drifting into deep, natural relaxation. Then come five calming affirmations to take with you, and three simple caring tips for creating a little space between the feeling and your reaction. Want more support? Download Martin's free Five Things to Try When Anxiety Hits at https://calminganxiety.org/calm. ⏱️ Time Chapters* 00:00 – Welcome to Calming Anxiety* 00:27 – Finding Your Quiet Place* 00:57 – 4-2-6 Breathing* 01:53 – Turning the Volume Down* 02:33 – You Don't Have to Switch Anxiety Off* 02:57 – Drifting Deeper Into Relaxation* 04:41 – This Moment Is Enough* 04:50 – Five Affirmations to Take With You* 07:19 – Nowhere to Be, Nothing to Do* 07:57 – Three Daily Caring Tips* 08:56 – Coming Back Gently* 09:34 – A Note From Martin 

The Oval Portrait by Edgar Allan Poe — A Classic Gothic Bedtime Story, Narrated Audiobook | Books at Bedtime A classic audiobook narrated aloud as part of Calming Anxiety's Books at Bedtime series. Tonight's bedtime story is The Oval Portrait by Edgar Allan Poe, one of his shortest and most haunting tales, and a beautifully atmospheric read-aloud as the nights draw in towards Halloween. It was first published in 1842 under the title "Life in Death" and is long in the public domain: Edgar Allan Poe (1809–1849) died more than 175 years ago. For more calming audiobooks and gentler sleep stories whenever you need them, download Anchored, the free companion app to Calming Anxiety, with offline-ready relaxation and Books at Bedtime sessions for any hour of the night. Get it on the App Store at https://apps.apple.com/us/app/anchored-panic-anxiety/id6785035669 or on Google Play at https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.martinhewlett.anchored. In this narrated short story, a wounded traveller shelters for the night in an abandoned château high in the Apennines. Unable to sleep, he lies in a candlelit turret room hung with tapestries and paintings, reading a small book that describes them. When he moves the candelabrum at midnight, its light falls on a portrait he hadn't noticed before: a young woman in an oval gilded frame, painted with a life-likeness so startling it holds him spellbound. Then he reads her story. This is quiet, dreamlike gothic fiction about art, obsession and love, told in Poe's rich, hypnotic prose. It's a perfect choice if you love classic literature read aloud and a gently haunting tale by candlelight before sleep. Please note: this is a gothic story with a sad and eerie ending, a little darker than our usual gentle sleep stories. If you're feeling anxious or fragile tonight, you may prefer one of our calmer Books at Bedtime readings. Hosted and narrated by clinical hypnotherapist and former paramedic Martin Hewlett, as part of Calming Anxiety's Coffee Break for the Soul and Books at Bedtime story readings. And in everything, my friend, be kind.  Support the Show: Rate & Review: Leave a 5-star review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts to help us reach more listeners! YouTube: Watch all episodes at https://www.youtube.com/c/calminganxiety?sub_confirmation=1 Social Media Support: For younger listeners struggling with social media stress, visit https://www.icanhelp.net/ Music: All music by Chris CollinsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/calming-anxiety-guided-meditation-sleep-hypnosis-panic-attack-relief--4110266/support.Ready for More Calm?Thank you for listening to the Calming Anxiety Podcast, featuring guided meditation, mindfulness, and sleep hypnosis sessions with Martin Hewlett. Our mission is to provide you with proven tools for anxiety relief, stress reduction, and a path toward deep relaxation. Use this episode anytime you need to calm your mind and feel more at ease.

In this hour of VSiN By The Books hosts Dave Ross and Jensen Lewis talk about the NFL Week 4, College Football Week 5, and MLB Playoffs. The hosts go into the Daily Gridiron and go into detail of Bet the Build for the Steelers vs the Browns. Mike Palm joins the show and goes into detail about the betting landscape including Palm's Pressing Three. Jensen and Dave wrap up the show with the best bets of the day today. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this hour of VSiN By The Books hosts Dave Ross and Jensen Lewis talk about the NFL Week 4, College Football Week 5, and MLB Playoffs. The hosts go over Circa Millions Week 4 leans again. Dave and Jensen go over Week 5 CFB preview. The hosts go into Daily Diamond and talk about what games they like in the playoffs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this hour of VSiN By The Books hosts Dave Ross and Jensen Lewis talk about the NFL Week 4, College Football Week 5, and MLB Playoffs. The hosts go over Thursday Night Football and AFC North odds. Dave and Jensen recap MLB Wild Card game 2 including Red Sox vs Yankees,Cubs vs Padres, Phillies vs Braves and more. The hosts wrap up the hour with their NFL Week 4 Circa Million leans. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lynn Marriott and Pia Nilsson return to T-Time as we revisit how to play better golf without changing your swing. Drawing from Play Your Best Golf Now, they share practical ways to build confidence, manage nerves, and enjoy the game more.In This Episode:Simplifying your Think Box and Play BoxManaging balance, tempo, and tensionResetting when nerves or frustration take overBuilding confidence through your post-shot reactionsRecovering from tough rounds and replacing negative self-talkWatch this episode on YouTube!About Lynn Marriott and Pia Nilsson:Lynn and Pia are internationally recognized golf coaches, co-founders of VISION54, and authors of Play Your Best Golf Now and Be a Player. Their coaching helps golfers develop the human skills needed to perform better on the course.Learn more about VISION54Explore their Books and Action GuidesDon't forget to grab your FREE Workbook: Short Game 100!Follow Lynn and Pia:Instagram: @lynnpia54Follow Us:www.toritotlis.comInstagram: @tori_totlisTikTok: @tori_totlisFacebook: @TeamTotlisSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Abounding Grace is an outreach ministry of Calvary Church in Aurora, Colorado.Pastor Ed Taylor is the Senior Pastor of Calvary Church –you can find more about him at edtaylor.org.Books by Pastor Ed along with other curated discipleshipresources from his home church bookstore are available at calvaryco.storeIf you like what you hear on Abounding Grace – don't forgetto follow us, and share it with your friends and family!

Madeleine Finlay hears from Steve Ramirez, an associate professor of psychological and brain sciences at Boston University, whose book How to Change a Memory was shortlisted for this year's Royal Society Trivedi science book prize. He explains how scientists have been able to locate memories in the brains of rodents, trigger them artificially and even remove them, and reveals what the practical applications of this science could one day be for humans.. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/sciencepod

Bobby Finger and Lindsey Weber, the beloved hosts of the "Who? Weekly" podcast, have made a career out of analyzing C-list celebrity culture. They discuss their new book on the subject, I Want to Be Famous: When Everybody and Nobody Is a Celebrity.Tom Morello just released Everyone Gets Everything They Want. Coming from a career of making political hardcore music in Rage Against the Machine and Audioslave, and protest folk as The Nightwatchman, this is his first solo rock album. And it is no less political. He also previews his Power to the People Festival at the Merriweather Post Pavilion on October 3.Image: Tom Morello (Courtesy of Grandstand Media) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In today's episode, we're breaking down why starting small is the secret to lasting success, even when you feel the urge to go all in. Join me as we explore how building momentum slowly creates habits that stick, helps you avoid overwhelm, and sets you up for sustainable growth.   In this episode, you'll learn:   • Why starting small builds consistency and confidence   • How going too big too fast can set you up to fail   • Tips for setting realistic timelines and gradual goals   Follow SYL- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sparkyourlightpod Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHavG19TkTk4CyLixc2UbhA   Connect with me- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaclyntgallo Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jaclyntgallo Newsletter: https://www.jaclyngallo.com/newsletter Speaking: https://www.jaclyngallo.com/speaking Books: https://www.jaclyngallo.com/books

George Tsilfidis, Rob Pizzola and Austin Mock give their final break down the Week 4 Sunday slate and give out their best bets for games they like! From sides and totals to the matchups they're most interested in, the guys go game-by-game looking for the best betting opportunities on Sunday. On the show:

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There's a version of quarterly planning that gets you through the next 90 days. And there's a version that actually shifts where you end up.Breaking through a plateau.Achieving both your revenue AND the way you want to be working.Growing the business toward your big vision.In Episode 290 of the Grow Your Independent Consulting Business podcast, I'm opening up my actual Q4 planning process and walking you through the six-layer framework I use to build a quarterly plan that changes where I end up, not just gets me through 90 days.I share - The two questions I ask myself at the end of every quarter (not the ones you'd expect), - The planning step I kept skipping that was keeping me in the same place, and - Why I stopped setting just a revenue number as my starting point.I also get into why hitting 98% of my revenue goal and feeling crammed all quarter are actually the same problem, and how that changes the way I'm approaching Q4.Don't plan Q4 without listening to this first.Tune in to Episode 290.The six layers, mapped out: https://shownotes.melisaliberman.com/episode-290Resources Mentioned:Quarterly Business Planner and Business Brain Journal: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FF2Q8NPR (also available at growthatlas.solutions)Episode 176 on Compound Goals: https://shownotes.melisaliberman.com/episode-176/Want More?Melisa's Books, Planners & Journals: https://linktr.ee/melisalibermanGet Melisa's Book: https://www.melisaliberman.com/bookVisit Melisa's Website: https://www.melisaliberman.com/Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melisa-libermanWant help achieving your consulting business goals? Melisa can help. Click here for more on coaching tailored to you as an independent consulting business owner.

Story, Leadership, and Present CallingIn this episode, Chris Maxwell and Tracy Reynolds welcome Aaron Johnson for a conversation about his journey and current work in leadership. Aaron shares his story, the experiences that shaped his path, and what he is learning in this present season of life. He also offers practical insights and encouragement for listeners seeking to lead well and live with purpose. This episode highlights the importance of growth, perspective, and staying attentive to what God is doing right now.Books by Aaron - https://www.amazon.com/stores/Aaron-Johnson/author/B07XY9S6VJ?ref=ap_rdr&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=b0683eed-1697-48d5-ae0c-e9ba952e7894Game Changers Lead Podcast - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@GameChangersLead

Join Bridget, Caitlin, and Hilda to discuss the first 49% of "The Knave and the Moon," the book 2 follow up to Rachel Gillig's "The Knight and the Moth." Narrator's voices aside, book 2 is (so far) as good as book 1, so you're going to want to make sure you read it. Join our Patreon for exclusive behind-the-scenes content and let's be friends!Instagram > @Booktokmademe_podTikTok > @BooktokMadeMe

Originally recorded and released on October 1, 2026. Amanda Grace shares urgent insight on current events & what's coming next. Like & Share!Website: https://arkofgrace.org Follow Us: https://arkofgrace.org/ways-to-watch Partners: https://arkofgrace.org/ministry-partnersAmanda's Books: https://buff.ly/MeZPdxG Need Prayer: https://arkofgrace.org/prayer

Hello Friends! I love to hear from you! Please send me a text message by clicking on this link! Blessings to You!In this episode, Dr. Jori discusses with her listeners  the account of the anointing of Saul to be the King of Israel. Scripture References: John 3:16-17; 1 Samuel 10:1; 2 Timothy 3:16-17; 1 Samuel 1-3; 1 Samuel 9:1-10:9; Daniel 2:21-22 Scripture translation used is the NASB “Scripture quotations taken from the NASB (New American Standard Bible) Copyright 1971, 1995, 2020 (only use the last year corresponding to the edition quoted) by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission. All rights reserved. www.Lockman.org”CHECK OUT DR. JORI'S OTHER PODCAST- The First Love ProjectHere is the video introducing the podcast on You Tube-https://youtu.be/PhFY1moDDmsHERE IS A LINK TO THE YOUTUBE PLAYLIST FOR FIRST LOVE PROJECThttps://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdaujk1npuKR0BLSkTlKyxmuxavrZQHM6&si=dC10K4Qdh0xMKElU FIND DR. JORI ON OTHER PLATFORMS https://linktr.ee/drjorishaffer DAILY MUSICAL DEVOTIONAL BY THE WORSHIP INITIATIVE:Text SING to 79316CHECK OUT THE DWELL AUDIO BIBLE APP:Click this link for my unique referral code.  I use this frequently. Such a wonderful audio bible app. https://dwellapp.io/aff?ref=jorishafferBIBLE STUDY TOOLS DR. JORI USES:Note: These contain  Amazon affiliate links, meaning I get a commission, at no extra cost to you,  if you decide to make a purchase through my links.Here is a link to some of my favorite bible study tools on Amazon:https://geni.us/cHtrfEMr. Pen Bible Journaling Kitshttps://lvnta.com/lv_PTrHSCogbRim4yhEDnhttps://lvnta.com/lv_mkaMOuGe6m4oHR88uqhttps://lvnta.com/lv_dgvsxOc99t663A628z  BOOKS OF BIBLE COLOR CHARTI made this chart as a helpful tool for grouping the collections of books or letters  in the Holy Bible.  The colors in the different sections are the ones that I use in my journals.  Books of Bible Chart (color) (4).pdf - Google Drive    LOOKING TO RETAIN MORE OF WHAT YOUR PASTOR IS TEACHING?              CHECK OUT DR. JORI'S SERMON REFLECTION JOURNALS! Sermon Notes, Reflections and Applications Journal/Notebooks by Dr. Jori. Click the links below to be directed to amazon.com for purchase. Or search “Dr. Jori Shaffer” on Amazon to bring these up.  https://amzn.to/418LfRshttps://amzn.to/41862EyHere is a brief YouTube video that tells about the Journal/Notebooks as well:https://youtu.be/aXpQNYUEzds   Email: awordforthisday@gmail.comPodcast website:  https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.com   Support the show

You're working on yourself. You're trying to become a better husband. But underneath it all, are you still waiting for your wife to notice—and finally change?In Episode 116, Matt Hallock answers a question from a Christian husband: how do you become the man God calls you to be without turning self-improvement into another strategy for getting your wife to respond?You don't have to stop wanting affection, respect, or a stronger marriage. The shift is in what drives your growth: becoming a man you can respect again, even before your wife responds.You'll learn:• How approval-seeking can follow you into your self-improvement• Why wanting your wife's affection is different from making it your main motivation• How to make the desire to respect yourself stronger than the need to be noticed• A simple decision and prayer to begin owning your growth• How to direct zeal toward changing the status quo without blaming yourself or your wifeFor help putting this work into practice, explore The Masculine Husband, or begin with DNA of a Man and its Tactical Guide. The links below are the same resources Matt mentions in the episode.

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What do we do when people do monstrous things and yet create art that resonates with us on a deep personal level?In this insightful conversation with artist and creator Zuzu (aka Eli Trier), we wrestle with this dilemma and reach our own conclusions.Check out Zuzu's work at:https://zuzushausofcats.com/  And on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@ZuzusHausofCats(Her newsletter is a fascinating ray of sunshine that I highly recommend!)

The Books of Samuel constitute one of the most sweeping, psychologically acute, and theologically profound epics in the biblical canon. Originally a single, continuous scroll, this two-part narrative charts the watershed transition of Israel from a fractured tribal confederacy into an established kingdom, laying the covenantal groundwork for the messianic hope that spans all of redemptive history. The Prophet and the Transition of Power The narrative bears the name of Samuel (שְׁמוּאֵל), whose name means "Heard of God" or "Name of God." Born in answer to Hannah's desperate prayer, Samuel bridges two distinct eras: he is the last of the Judges and the first of the great prophets to stand alongside the throne. Through his voice, the text frames the establishment of human monarchy not merely as a political evolution, but as a profound theological crisis. When the elders of Israel demand a king to be "like all the nations," Samuel warns them of the imperial tyranny that human rule inevitably brings. Yet, the LORD grants their request while subordinating the crown to the prophetic word, establishing that Israel's true Sovereign remains Yahweh alone. The Rise and Fall of Two Anointed Kings The drama unfolds along the stark contrast between two anointed leaders: Saul: The king chosen by outward stature and popular demand. Saul begins with military promise but descends into spiritual compromise, self-justification, and tragic paranoia, demonstrating the bankruptcy of a kingdom built on human autonomy. David: The youngest shepherd boy chosen for what lies within the heart. Anointed in obscurity, tested in the wilderness as a hunted exile, David ascends to unite the tribes and establish Jerusalem as the city of the Great King. Yet Samuel offers no sanitized hagiography. The text presents David in all his unvarnished complexity, capturing both the sublime heights of his devotion and the devastating catastrophe of his sin with Bathsheba, which fractures his family and his realm under divine judgment. The Song of Hannah and the Davidic Promise The theological engine of the entire narrative is announced at the very beginning in the Song of Hannah (1 Samuel 2). Hannah sings of a cosmic reversal: the LORD breaks the bows of the mighty, exalts the humble, and brings the proud down to Sheol. This theme of radical reversal culminates in the pivotal covenant of 2 Samuel 7. When David desires to build a house (a temple) for God, the LORD reverses the offer, promising instead to build David a "house" (an everlasting dynasty): "Your house and your kingdom shall be made sure forever before me. Your throne shall be established forever." Here, amidst the shadows of Israel's early monarchy, the horizon expands toward the eternal King. The ultimate fulfillment of the Davidic line points past Solomon and the ruins of earthly Jerusalem to the true Son of David, King Jesus, whose kingdom knows no end, and who reigns not by coercion, but through the triumph of self-giving grace.