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What if the premiums you're paying your insurance company could partially come back to you? That's the premise behind captive insurance, and it's been standard practice in large multifamily for years. SFR is just now catching up.In this episode, I'm joined by Nicolas Lares, founder of Insur3Tech, a brokerage that places property managers and rental owners into captive insurance structures (essentially co-owned insurance companies where policyholders share in the underwriting profit).We discuss:(00:02:27) - Nicolas's background in insurance(00:05:18) - Building an insurance company from scratch(00:07:05) - Why carriers left despite profitability(00:13:24) - The origin story of insurance(00:20:19) - Sponsor - Enterprise Bank & Trust(00:15:55) - Are insurance companies unfair?(00:21:43) - What is a captive insurance program(00:25:31) - How captives work for property managers(00:31:34) - Identifying good operators through data(00:34:59) - Administering captive programs(00:37:45) - Sponsor - Haven AI(00:39:14) - Handling disputed claims(00:44:22) - What happens in catastrophic events(00:46:22) - Captives for scattered site managers(00:49:33) - Renters insurance captive profitability(00:53:36) - What people should be asking when shopping captives(00:58:55) - How captives get started and funded(01:02:46) - How InsurTech fits into the market(01:05:34) - ClosingFair warning: I push back on some of the framing. Insurance companies aren't a scam. They run real businesses with real costs. But there may be a better structure for the right operator.Learn more about Insur3TechNicolas on LinkedIn___Resources for Property Managers & Real Estate Entrepreneurs• Crane – Private PM Owner Community → Join a private network of property management owners and operators: https://joincrane.co/• Free Weekly Newsletter → Property management insights, strategies, and industry updates direct to your inbox: https://peter.beehiiv.com/subscribe• RL Property Management → Learn more about Peter's company and services in Columbus, Ohio: https://rlpmg.com/__Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. I may have consulting agreements with, or financial interests in, companies mentioned in this podcast (more info here: https://www.peterlohmann.com/financial-interest-disclosure ). Additionally, some of the links included may be affiliate links, meaning I may earn a commission if you purchase through these links. Always perform your own due diligence before making any financial or business decisions.

Two stories from people who found themselves in situations they didn't choose and had to figure out what to do from inside them. Guest-hosted by the captivating Cyndi Freeman. (Content note: references to torture) Sofia Javed is a Pakistani-American interpreter hired to work in Uzbek and Russian at Guantanamo Bay, where she is ordered not to sympathize with detainees and then immediately put to the test. What starts as a potential crisis in a cellblock turns on a single, surprisingly mundane demand. (Content note: physical abuse, domestic violence) Heather Minter grew up in an evangelical fundamentalist family that uprooted itself for the mission field in Papua New Guinea, leaving her and her brother in a boarding school dorm run by a cruel and volatile house father. The faith that held her together through childhood eventually came apart in college, and what filled the void turned out to be its own kind of trap. Leave your reactions and find episode details and music credits at risk-show.com/podcast/captives  Be Part of RISK!

Are you feeling spiritually confused, disconnected from God, or questioning the religious traditions you've been taught? In this profound episode of the Sovereign Man Podcast, we welcome Tom Snow, a man whose mission is to help sincere believers navigate the complex spiritual landscape of modern Christianity. Tom shares his incredible journey from a terminal cancer diagnosis at age 15 to a miraculous healing that sparked a 55-year walk with the Lord. We dive deep into the original Greek and Hebrew texts to explore how certain teachings may have led well-intentioned Christians away from biblical truth. Tom discusses the difference between "religiosity" and a genuine relationship with God, the power of yielding to the Holy Spirit, and how to find true freedom from spiritual deception. Whether you're searching for authentic Christianity or looking to deepen your spiritual sovereignty, this conversation will challenge and inspire you.     Timestamps Timestamp Topic Description 0:00 Welcome & Introduction to Tom Snow 0:47 Tom's Mission: Navigating the spiritual landscape of modern Christianity 2:04 A Hidden Heritage: Discovering Jewish roots at age 16 3:07 The Terminal Diagnosis: Facing a football-sized tumor at age 15 4:08 The Audible Voice of God: A promise of love and a future mate 5:00 From Biker Gang to Jesus Freak: A radical transformation 6:43 The Miraculous Healing: How a rock-hard tumor melted in 24 hours 9:35 The 55-Year Walk: Celebrating a lifetime of walking with the Lord 10:45 The Fullness of God: Understanding the Holy Spirit within us 11:41 The Science of the Word: How God holds the world together by His mouth 13:22 Yielding vs. Religiosity: Why Tom hates fake spirituality 14:35 Studying the Original Texts: Diving into Greek, Hebrew, and Arabic 16:13 The Problem with Translations: Why Tom uses multiple versions and concordances 25:57 False Apostles and Prophets: Discerning true vs. false spiritual leaders 27:11 The Irrevocable Gifts: Why God doesn't take back spiritual callings 29:03 Yielding and Choice: The only powers we have in the spiritual realm 30:14 Religion as Control: Questioning the origins and doctoring of the Bible 36:31 The Peace that Passes Understanding: The ultimate proof of God's presence 43:26 The Asbestos Connection: The tragic story behind Tom's mother's cancer 45:56 The Guilt of the World: Why Tom initially refused to seek help for his cancer 62:22 How to Support Tom's Work: The Daily Stand and Set the Captives Free 62:55 Where to Find Tom: JustToBeClear.com 64:06 Outro: RoyCoughlan.com and the Sovereign Man Podcast      

Tony chats with Illia Pinchuk, Founder and CEO at DICEUS, they help insurers, MGAs, and Captives providing back-end and front-end solutions including Underwriting Workbench, Policy Administration, General Ledger, and Group Administration Services.Illia Pinchuk: https://www.linkedin.com/in/illiapinchuk/DICEUS: https://diceus.com/insurance/

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Captives of the FlameSamuel R. Delany (1942 - )Chip Delany's 2nd novel -- the first is The Jewels of Aptor (1962) -- published by Ace Books in 1963. Set in the 35th Century, the survivors of a nuclear war live on the coastline and an island in a kingdom ruled by a royal family in disrepair. A young victim -- the son of a wealthy merchant -- of their wrath becomes a working-class hero as he fights to get back his good name, aided by a disaffected member of the royal family. This was later rewritten as Out of The Dead City by Delany as part of the Towers Trilogy, an early masterpiece, IMO. (Introduction by BellonaTimes)

Exodus: Setting Captives Free In our sin, in His wisdom, God Makes a Way Sermon recorded May 24th, 2026 Caleb Click Lead Pastor Oak Mountain Presbyterian Church Birmingham, AL

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Nicholas Lares is the founder of Insur3Tech, a syndicated insurance group built for real estate owners and operators. Before entering real estate insurance, Nicholas was one of the largest brokers for Amazon's logistics network. When carrier exits threatened his clients' ability to operate, he helped them build a collective, self-insured alternative rather than accept the market's terms. That same model now powers Insurer Tech, which enables property owners, operators, and investors to retain the profits traditional insurers keep, averaging $28 million in annual distributions per 100,000 units.     Make sure to download our free guide, 7 Questions Every Passive Investor Should Ask, here.     Key Takeaways The traditional insurance market is a negative feedback loop: rising premiums drive more claims, which drive premiums higher Every premium you pay includes broker commissions, administrative overhead, and margin that never comes back to you Good-risk operators are pooled with bad-risk ones and effectively subsidize the market's worst performers Captive insurance gives participants a co-ownership stake and returns annual profits when the pool performs well Residents can be enrolled in the same captive, turning renters insurance into a separate profit center Getting into a captive earlier compounds the financial benefit significantly over 5 to 10 years     Topics Why Insurance Costs Keep Rising Pre-2020, insurance was a manageable expense; post-Covid, premiums surged to the point where operators began questioning the ROI Policyholders started filing more claims to justify rising costs, which accelerated the cycle further Carriers facing unsustainable losses began exiting markets entirely, most visibly in Florida, California, and Texas How Traditional Insurance Actually Works Premiums are priced on pooled risk across millions of policies, not based on your individual property's claims history Every premium includes roughly 30% in administrative costs, 10-15% in broker commissions, projected claims, and a margin buffer on top When the pool outperforms projections, the surplus flows to carrier shareholders, not policyholders The Captive Insurance Model Captive programs have existed for decades, originally built for Fortune 500 companies and large industrial operators A captive functions like a controlled bank account, backed by a reinsurance program, where unused premium returns to the owner Insurer Tech builds group cell captives, making co-ownership accessible to operators who cannot support a standalone captive independently How Insurer Tech Works Unnecessary margin layers, including excess broker commissions and profit buffers, are removed and redirected to members Year-end surplus is distributed to participants; there are no external shareholders Members choose their risk level: with or without reinsurance backing, depending on portfolio size and claims history The Leverage Problem in Traditional Insurance Clean-record operators have almost no meaningful leverage to negotiate premiums because pricing is determined by pooled market behavior Captives realign incentives: when participants think like owners, they manage risk more carefully and file fewer claims Moving good-risk operators out of the traditional pool separates them from the bad actors they were subsidizing Who Qualifies Insurer Tech works across all real estate types, including multifamily, single-family, self-storage, and commercial, as long as a lease agreement is in place The resident piece (renters insurance) typically targets 50+ units to generate a net surplus for the captive Operators with fewer units can pool with other investors in their market to meet the threshold A Real-World Example An 80-unit multifamily property in Georgia: total property insurance cost was $14,000 per year After captive returns, the net cost dropped to approximately $11,500 per year Resident renters insurance through the same captive generated roughly $20,000 in annual profit The result: the owner's insurance cost is fully offset, with a net surplus of approximately $9,000 per year    

Exodus: Setting Captives Free In our sin, in His wisdom, God Makes a Way   Sermon recorded May 17th 2026   Caleb Click Lead Pastor Oak Mountain Presbyterian Church Birmingham, AL

This episode continues an important conversation with former child abuse prosecutor Victor Vieth about how churches, schools, and Christian communities can better respond to abuse and trauma. Victor discusses the importance of education, personal safety training, and proactive child protection policies, while also addressing the long-term effects of childhood trauma on faith, mental health, addiction, and family life. He shares practical guidance for pastors, teachers, and church leaders facing resistance to reform, along with deeply personal reflections on vicarious trauma and perseverance. SHOW NOTES:Center for Faith and Child Protection: https://zeroabuseproject.org/for-professionals/cfcp/Godly Response to Abuse in the Christian Environment (GRACE): https://www.netgrace.org/Freedom for the Captives: https://freedomforcaptives.com/Support the showThe ministry of Christian Life Resources promotes the sanctity of life and reaches hearts with the Gospel. We invite you to learn more about the work we're doing: https://christianliferesources.com/

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Romans 6:8-23 May 17, 2026 preached by Pastor Doug Cooper Download Time of Reflection Quotations “Might like to wear cotton, might like to wear silk Might like to drink whiskey, might like to drink milk You might like to eat caviar, you might like to eat bread You may be sleeping on the floor, sleeping […]

Exodus: Setting Captives Free In our sin, in His wisdom, God Makes a Way   Sermon recorded May 10th 2026   Caleb Click Lead Pastor Oak Mountain Presbyterian Church Birmingham, AL

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In this episode, Will Allen shares his journey of starting a captive, the nuances of selling captives today versus 10 years ago, and how brokers can leverage captives for long-term success.Resources & Links

Exodus: Setting Captives Free In our sin, in His wisdom, God Makes a Way   Sermon recorded May 3rd 2026   Caleb Click Lead Pastor Oak Mountain Presbyterian Church Birmingham, AL

Guest speaker Jake Kail teaches us that trauma can open us up to demonic oppression, but Jesus can set us free.

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In this intense and thought-provoking episode, Dan Duval presents a non-traditional framework of spiritual warfare and deliverance, moving far beyond the common “cast out demons” approach. He introduces the concept of regions of captivity—spiritual, psychological, and even symbolic spaces where parts of a person's soul or identity may be held due to trauma, spiritual influence, or deeply rooted experiences. The episode weaves together biblical interpretation, personal ministry experiences, and controversial spiritual claims to argue that human brokenness can result in fragmentation—not just emotionally or psychologically, but spiritually. According to this perspective, these fragments may become trapped in internal subconscious “worlds,” external spiritual realms, or even attached to physical objects.  Dan connects these ideas to scriptures such as Psalm 23, Psalm 88, Isaiah 61, Revelation 18, and Ezekiel 13, offering a literal interpretation that suggests captivity is not merely symbolic but experiential. He also explores how trauma, memory, and belief systems can create internal prisons, reinforcing cycles of pain, fear, and limitation. A major theme of the episode is restoration—the belief that through Christ, individuals can reclaim lost parts of themselves, break free from unseen bondage, and experience deeper healing. Whether understood spiritually, psychologically, or metaphorically, this episode challenges listeners to reconsider the nature of freedom, identity, and healing.You can register for the Bride Ministries Marriage Advance here: https://marriage.bridemovement.comThen we ENCOURAGE you to do 4 QUICK THINGS!!Sign up to be a podcast memberwww.danduval.comBe sure to check out and like our new Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/DiscoveringTruthNetworkSubscribe to the new podcast YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5nxloF2rt7-dXkjppGHdFAAND Subscribe to our Rumble Channel, where we will post all of our interviews that are TOO HOT for YouTube!DiscoveringTruthNetwork (rumble.com)

Inside the skaven-infested Karak Skygg, the Gang is in more danger than ever. Greenwarden is mean, Lucky will be ignored, Mina does it for the greater good, and Webbie dehumilifies him.The Professional Casual Network continues their play through of The Enemy Within.Join the PCN Discord: https://discord.gg/vshZ95dUTwitch.tv/professionalcasualnetworkhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfUOaJjpMfgRFWL7Z996lyQA special thanks to our Patron at Patreon.com/professionalcasual :Thank you to our most recent Patrons! Steve, Mel Cen, Mason D., Scazar, Sly Changeling, Bangarang, Craig S., Scumcat, Necromeat, Carlos, Okey A., Thomas S., theneilharris, Nemo R., Jari S., Manuel, Irishstu, Matthew, Anthony P., James J., Kyndra C., jay_dilf, Chris D., Oskar A., Handsome Andy, lil_willy, Kuaku, RandomGuy, Neckro, Bryan F., TheHarbingerPulsar, Ookfark, Thomas F., Therealmcasshole, Exile Creations, Tony M., KordixVR, Andrew W., Kilted Sparky, Oga, Astyria, BrooksHW, Cyril S., Josh, R Man, Scott R., James H., Thomas M., David P., Jan B., Kim B., DoomEagle55, Kenneth B, Pagan Prince, Brendan A., Patrick (The DM), Christian H., Fast and Bulbous, The Ryan, Achillesnick, Todd C., MidTable, Michael G., Haydenr, Charles M., Mr. Tisdale, Andrew K., Simon H., CJ Keller II, Dveli, John M., House., Marc "OG Griggs" G., Ben N., Brett L., Alex S., Will C., Dan H., Wizrdakills, IronMaize, ExPaxis, James M., Jian C., James G., Beefbarian, Joshua L., Devilpup, Paycheck S., Todd M, Nicholas B, Christian H., Ta03rd, Andrew G., Cupboard Kobold, Attila, Cole M., Liam A., Kristopher W., David H., Hunter W., Lankydiceroller, Alex S., Dave K., Justicar, Clayton P., Tim S., Stephen S., Brad A., Matt A., Brian W., Timothy G., VPotter, Mike D., Thoras, Justin K., Tepo C., Matt T., Rusty, Ara M., CyanidaCola, Nick A., Soren R., Kara N., Cliff K., David B., Cj K., David Q., Ben N., Syrpent, Zachary M., Robert W., Goodatthisgame, Will J., Otis H, Kalle H., David H., John O., Mikasaz, OmnusProtocol, Jonaspdv, Steve T., Chris and Nicky, William, AW B., Sam M., Kristoffer w., Luka J., Lexa W., Cyder D., Joe M., Paul H., Joe W., Alexandre R., Scott F., Nerdtism, Joe L., Richard G., Dani2Time, Michael M, Rich M., Soul Eater, Aaron H., Eric B., Quinn B., John S., William S., Rob M., Rob, Franz B., Film-Lars, Leslie S., Matt F., Paul S., Christopher T., Matt L., Zane T., Thomas T, Joe J., Jens R., Oliver H., Mikolaj W., Andrew, Zach C., Justliketheplant, Neil L., Jared S., Mikael N., Taylor M., George F., Tom M., Devin M., Nicholas W., Jonas P., Jonathan L., Simon P., Gareth G., Jacob Y., Lady_Leah, David R., Will B., Stephan S., Brian Y., William S., Path,Tim D., Simon W., Jake C., Theo A., Heber R., Ben R., Vaughan A., Daniel S., Lars, Taylor H., Blarin R., Gervasio L., Adam D., Craig G., Kevin C., WreckMyPodcast, Charlie S., Witchdream, Anthony R.Mailing Address: P.O. Box G, West Oneonta, NY 13861, United StatesVoicemail: 603-803-3235 (Country Code 001)https://streamlabs.com/professionalcasualnetwork1/merchhttps://throne.com/professionalcasual https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=3002007

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In this powerful & freeing episode, Dr. Vaughn and Barbi Carr unpack the biblical reality behind pharmakeia, Big Pharma, and what it means to return to God's original design for healing.Together they explore how our modern medical system has discipled a generation in fear, labels, and lifelong pharmaceuticals—and how Jesus is still setting captives free in their bodies, souls, and spirits.In this episode, we talk about:Vaughn's testimony of coming to the Lord in Las Vegas and the birth of Spirit of HealthWhy our “advanced” medical system has coincided with exploding rates of cancer, heart disease, autism, and chronic illnessThe biblical word pharmakeia in Revelation and why it matters for believers todayHow Big Pharma, government, and media propaganda create a “medical matrix” built on fear and controlThe difference between emergency medicine (the 5% that's helpful) and the 95% that traps people in dependenceWhy your body is not broken—it is designed by God to heal, adapt, and communicate through symptomsHow sorcery operates through both substances and sound—diagnoses, labels, and fear-based messagingReal stories of people reversing “incurable” conditions by partnering with God's designA vision for raising up repairers of the breach (Isaiah 58) in health for future generationsIf you're hungry to step out of fear, break agreement with pharmakeia, and learn how to steward your body as a temple of the Holy Spirit, this conversation will both confront and deeply encourage you.To find out how we can help you on your health journey, book a free 15-minute Discovery Call with one of our New Client Coordinators! Click the link: https://www.spiritofhealthkc.com/discoverycallFor more health tips and information visit: https://www.spiritofhealthkc.com/To buy natural health supplements visit: http://store.spiritofhealthkc.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/SpiritofHealth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spiritofhealthkc/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/spiritofhealthkc/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwRcNSxR3kMYi9wP8OmxlQQ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7yfBBUjWKk3yJ3auK71O7H?si=295c77ed21f14568&nd=1&dlsi=af01c00121ed4aed

Get the book, Digital Captives: Helping Schools Strike A Balance Between Humans And Hardware Visit the Schools Next website, www.schoolsnext.org Follow Gene on X @GTavernetti About The Guests Dr. Frank Rodriguez is entering his 32nd year working in and with schools, primarily in Southern California. He entered education in 1993 through a two year commitment to teach in a bilingual 5th grade classroom in Long Beach through Teach for America, and thirty years later is still finding it difficult to leave. He is the Managing Partner of Schools Next, as well as the President of RISE School Programs, RISE Educational Services and the RISE Educational Foundation. With his partner Dr. Gene Tavernetti, he co-developed the FAST framework, a direct instruction teaching model based on the pedagogy of Dr. Madeline Hunter which synthesized and incorporated the brain research of Dr. David Sousa, Eric Jensen and Dr. John Medina. Dr. Rodriguez was a teacher and administrator for twelve years before beginning a career in professional development and teacher and principal coaching. More recently he has overseen RISE School Programs which serves more than 3000 students in seven districts in northern Los Angeles County. Frank Professionally he is most proud of the RISE Educational Foundation, a non-profit that annually gives out college scholarships to high school seniors who were formerly in RISE programs as elementary school students, as well as to RISE employees who are completing their undergraduate degrees, and are largely first generation college students.   Dr. Gene Tavernetti's journey in education began in 1977, encompassing roles as a coach, teacher, counselor, and administrator. His career reached a turning point when he discovered his passion for one-on-one instructional coaching, realizing the profound impact he could make on educators and student learning. In 2006, Dr. Tavernetti co-founded Total Educational Systems Support (TESS), a pioneering organization dedicated to training and coaching thousands of educators. TESS, under Gene's leadership, focuses on teacher-directed instruction, emphasizing engagement strategies, language development, and higher-order thinking skills. As the author of two influential books, Teach FAST: Focused Adaptable Structure Instruction explores explicit instruction methods, while Maximizing the Impact of Coaching Cycles addresses common challenges faced by instructional coaches.  

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In this episode, Rich Varrato breaks down exactly how he used group captives as an entry point to build a $2M book of business, why most producers are underusing (or misrepresenting) captives, and what it really takes to make it in commercial insurance.What we cover:- How Rich discovered captives three years into his career with under $100K in revenue — and what changed- The five-year look-back framework and how to use it to open conversations with contractors- Why $200K in premium is the real minimum threshold (and why going below it gets risky)- The defensive vs. offensive captive pitch — and why one kills deals- Why big brokers don't lead with captives (it's not what you think)- The activity gap between average producers and the top 1% — and what -Rich sees on his Top Gun calls- How Rich's service team of four handles a captive-heavy book and still turns certs in under five minutesResources mentioned:captivekings.com — Rich's free five-year look-back tool for captive prospects

Exodus: Setting Captives Free   In our sin, in His wisdom, God Makes a Way   Sermon recorded March 22nd, 2026   P.D. Mayfield Pastor of Shepherding & Pastoral Care Oak Mountain Presbyterian Church Birmingham, AL

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Exodus: Setting Captives Free In our sin, in His wisdom, God Makes a Way   Sermon recorded March 15th, 2026   Caleb Click Lead Pastor Oak Mountain Presbyterian Church Birmingham, AL

In this episode, a friend of the podcast Bart Hoffman, interviews Frank Rodriguez and Gene Tavernetti about their new book and the importance of being more intentional about how technology is used in schools. They discuss the challenges educators face in balancing digital tools with meaningful human interaction in learning environments.Digital Captives: Helping Schools Strike a Balance Between Humans and Hardware, written by Frank Rodriguez, Donna Smith, and Gene Tavernetti, explores how schools can thoughtfully integrate technology while keeping teaching, learning, and relationships at the center.See bios for the authors at the Schools Next website.www.schoolsnext.org This podcast sponsored by:The Bell Ringer, a weekly newsletter providing news, tools, and resources on the science of learning, written by education reporter Holly Korbey. Subscribe here. Murmuration Author Services by Mark Combes. Looking to write your first book? Murmuration Author Services is your friend and coach for this journey. Learn more here. 

This is Part 2 of a series on Spiritual Warfare that was delivered at Hillside's 2026 Men's Retreat.

Justin Marozzi is a historian and author of Captives and Companions, a sweeping history of slavery in the Islamic world. Marozzi and Coleman discuss the origins and scale of the Islamic slave trade, the role of religion and law in shaping it, and why this subject has long been a historical blind spot in the West. They also discuss the trans-Saharan slave trade, the Barbary corsairs, and why forms of slavery still exist in places like Mauritania and Mali. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Message from Rev. Dr. Martin Smith entitled "Led to Care for the Captives." For more information, visit sntandrews.org. © St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church.

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Psalm 127: Thankful for children. Psalm 128: A blessed man and his blessed family. Psalm 129: The persecuted people. Psalm 130: Out of the depths. Psalm 131: David is not proud. Psalm 132: David's legacy. Psalm 133: Ode to unity. Psalm 134: Bless the Lord. Psalm 135: God does what He wants. Psalm 136: His mercy endures forever! Psalm 137: Captives in Babylon.

In this episode of The Edge of Risk Podcast by IRMI, Joel Appelbaum speaks with Dustin Carlson, president of the 831(b) Institute, about maintaining the credibility and long-term viability of Section 831(b) micro-captives. The discussion centers on Mr. Carlson's three-part series in Captive Insurance Company Reports outlining proposed reforms aimed at addressing practices that have drawn regulatory scrutiny while preserving legitimate captive insurance programs. Mr. Carlson explains how the Section 831(b) election allows small insurance companies to exclude underwriting income up to the statutory premium threshold while remaining taxable on investment gains. He outlines concerns around structures used for estate planning, investments such as life insurance or annuities inside captives, and related-party lending practices. The conversation explores practical policy proposals designed to curb abuses while reinforcing insurance fundamentals—such as proper underwriting, claims processes, and governance practices—to ensure micro-captives remain focused on risk management rather than investment or wealth transfer strategies.

Slavery in the Islamic world has a diverse and controversial history. Speaking to Emily Briffett, historian and journalist Justin Marozzi explores some of the stories at the heart of his latest book Captives and Companions, tracing networks of enslavement that stretched from sub-Saharan Africa to Central Asia. He reveals how people who were enslaved became soldiers, labourers, concubines and courtiers, and considers what this complex history tells us about power, faith and human experience across the centuries. ----- GO BEYOND THE PODCAST To find out more about the history of slavery, catch up with this episode of the HistoryExtra podcast in which historian Claire Taylor explores the realities of slave trading along the medieval Silk Road: https://bit.ly/40itSfu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this conversation, Victor Veith, a prominent figure in child advocacy, discusses the intersection of faith and child protection. He shares his journey into child advocacy, the impact of vicarious trauma on professionals in the field, and the church's historical indifference to child abuse. Victor emphasizes the importance of education, both for the church and for individuals, in addressing and preventing abuse. He also explores the spiritual wounds inflicted on victims and the need for churches to create safe environments for children. The conversation touches on corporal punishment, the lessons from Martin Luther's experiences, and the dangers of internet pornography, ultimately calling for a proactive approach to child protection within faith communities.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Child Advocacy and Faith08:14 The Impact of Trauma on Faith13:32 The Church's Indifference to Child Abuse22:03 Cognitive Dissonance and Child Abuse27:42 The Need for Community Awareness33:20 Corporal Punishment and Its Misinterpretation43:45 Lessons from Martin Luther's Experience54:39 Spiritual Wounds: The Intersection of Trauma and Faith01:02:41 Creating Safe Spaces: Church and Community Responsibilities01:11:57 The Call to Action: Addressing Abuse in the Church01:23:42 Navigating the Aftermath: Support for Survivors and Offenders01:31:32 charlieungemach-outro (1).mp4Victor's Links: Freedom for the Captives - https://freedomforcaptives.com/GRACE - https://www.netgrace.org/Center for Faith & Child Protection - https://zeroabuseproject.org/for-professionals/cfcp/(Book) Here We Stand: A Lutheran Response to Child Abuse - https://wipfandstock.com/9798385205769/here-we-stand/(Book) On This Rock: Centering the Christian Response to Child Abuse on the Words of Jesus: https://a.co/d/072rKL84(Article) Pastoral Guidance on the Corporal Punishment of Children(Article) Until the Blood Ran: the Influence of Child Physical abuse in the Life & Works of Martin Luther(Article) Applying Law & Gospel in Cases of child abuse(Article) Pastoral Care for Adults Expressing a sexual attraction to childrenGird Up Links:Website - https://www.girdupministries.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/girdup_podcast/YouTube - https://youtube.com/@girdupministries4911?si=bJQOUakikV4aUbc9

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Exodus: Setting Captives Free In our sin, in His wisdom, God Makes a Way   Sermon recorded February 15th, 2026   Caleb Click Lead Pastor Oak Mountain Presbyterian Church Birmingham, AL

In this episode of Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers is joined by Warren Cleveland from Captive Coalition for a wide ranging conversation on specialization, creativity, and why producers must narrow their focus to survive in the middle market. Building off recent discussions around parametrics and alternative risk strategies, they explain how captives, benefits captives, and disciplined education can prevent producers from losing high value clients. The episode centers on asking better questions, using the right partners, and positioning captives as a long term strategic tool rather than a last minute reaction. Key points: Why Specialization Beats Generalization David and Warren both stress that producers trying to write everything will struggle. They recommend limiting focus to three core classes of business and closely related peripheral industries. Deep operational knowledge creates credibility, sharper discovery, and better risk solutions that generalists simply cannot match. Creativity Comes From Asking Better Questions The conversation ties parametrics and captives together through one core idea. Partners can build solutions around clients, but only if producers identify the right risks. That requires curiosity, comfort with asking questions, and a willingness to look beyond traditional coverage conversations. Phone a Friend Instead of Losing the Account Warren emphasizes that producers do not need to be captive experts to win. They need to know when to call for help. He shares real examples of agents saving accounts by reaching out early, using talking points, and letting specialists support client conversations before competitors step in. Captives Reward Performance in a True Meritocracy David frames captives as one of the purest merit based systems in insurance. Well performing accounts can retain underwriting profit instead of giving it away. He argues there is no excuse for missing captive conversations when clients consistently complain about paying premiums without seeing returns. Benefits Captives Are the Next Frontier Warren outlines why benefits captives paired with self funding can outperform traditional approaches. With better data, wellness programs, and accountability, employers can finally align incentives and participate in underwriting profit rather than subsidizing poor performers. Education Is the Real Differentiator Captive Coalition positions education as the core offering. From webinars to one on one coaching and ready to use client materials, the goal is to make producers comfortable having the conversation. Warren stresses that missing these discussions often comes from fear and lack of knowledge, not lack of opportunity. Captives as a Long Term Retention Strategy Instead of selling captives reactively, both speakers encourage preparing clients years in advance. Building a three to five year roadmap keeps clients engaged, reduces churn, and eliminates surprise competition. Once clients buy into a long term plan, price driven defections become far less likely. Using Tools You Already Have David closes by reminding producers that captives are simply another tool. Losing accounts because a tool was never used is more frustrating than losing on price. The message is clear. Learn the tools, use the partners available, and stop leaving opportunities on the table. Connect with: David Carothers LinkedIn Warren Cleveland LinkedIn Kyle Houck LinkedIn Visit Websites: Power Producer Base Camp Captive Coalition Killing Commercial Crushing Content Power Producers Podcast Policytee The Dirty 130 The Extra 2 Minutes