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Preface on Virginia Constitutional AmendmentsGenesis 40 - Joseph interprets good and bad dreamsThe Book of Genesis Series - In The Beginning, God https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6FD-EKLAyvI&list=PLrgvg1IJfGEoNskcuggMJPDwYu1n9alpmPastor Nate ClarkeAugust 16, 2026Virginia's proposed Constitutional amendments on Abortion & Marriage - How to VOTE BIBLICALLY: https://youtu.be/Y8z8xTFsOn8How should Christians respond to wickedness in the world? https://youtu.be/2OJUIM9YRwASERMON NOTES:- Genesis 40- Joseph didn't just see people, he cared for people- Genesis 40:2-4- Genesis 40:6-7- Matthew 9:35-36- Matthew 14:14- Matthew 15:32- Colossians 3:12- Joseph had a confident faith in God that led him to action- Genesis 40:8- Galatians 2:20- Luke 18:27- Joseph gave both the happy truth and the hard truth- Genesis 40:12-13- Genesis 40:16-19- John 6:14- John 6:26-27- John 6:30-31- “Many are willing to preach the cup bearer's sermon but are unwilling to preach the baker's sermon.” James Boice- The truth of God is not a buffet you can selectively choose from. It is a complete, well-balanced diet to be fully submitted to for our good.- “Peace if possible, truth at all cost!” Martin Luther- Joseph worked with man, but his ultimate hope and deliverance was in God- Genesis 40:14-15- Genesis 40:23- Genesis 41:9- Psalm 118:8-9- Psalm 146:3-5- Psalm 20:7Oasis Church exists to Worship God, Equip the believers, and Reach the lost.We are led by Pastor Nate Clarke and are located in Mechanicsville outside Richmond in Central Virginia.STAY CONNECTEDInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OasisChurchRVA/Website: https://oasischurch.online

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In this episode of Talk Local to Me, hosts Heather and Mike welcome Billy, owner of Lugo Mobile Services, a mobile mechanic business serving Central Virginia. Billy explains how he provides convenient on-site vehicle repairs and maintenance, from oil changes to brake work, at customers' homes or workplaces. He highlights his competitive pricing, professionalism, and honesty. The hosts also promote upcoming CVABC events, including a ribbon cutting at 801 Raw Bar, a baseball game networking night, and their monthly Coffee Talk breakfast.

Mary Purcell of Five Rings Financial shares how a career change led her to a mission of helping middle-income Americans build financial confidence and work toward financial freedom. In this episode, Mary discusses what inspired her to join Five Rings Financial, her passion for financial education, and the impact of her women-focused programs, including Wine, Women, and Wealth and Money 101. She also talks about the importance of networking through the Central Virginia Business Coalition (CVABC), the challenges of growing a business in Central Virginia, and her commitment to supporting the local business community.

Genesis 39 - the story of Joseph in Potiphar's houseThe Book of Genesis Series - In The Beginning, God https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6FD-EKLAyvI&list=PLrgvg1IJfGEoNskcuggMJPDwYu1n9alpmPastor Nate ClarkeAugust 9, 2026Virginia's proposed Constitutional amendments on Abortion & Marriage - How to VOTE BIBLICALLY: https://youtu.be/Y8z8xTFsOn8How should Christians respond to wickedness in the world? https://youtu.be/2OJUIM9YRwASERMON NOTES:- Genesis 39- Joseph was blessed by God- Find favor with God by living by faith according to His word- Keep doing that for a long time- Find favor with people through faithful work- Luke 2:52- Colossians 3:23-24- Proverbs 22:29- If you're faced with the decision to live in favor with God OR man, choose God and leave the consequences to Him. - Joseph resisted temptation- Proverbs 23:27a- How Joseph resisted temptation    - Call sin, sin- Genesis 39:9b    - Look at the people affected- Genesis 39:8-9    - See sin as an offense against God, because it is- Genesis 39:9b- Psalm 51:4    - If sexual temptation, run!- 1 Corinthians 15:58- Ephesians 6:11- 1 Corinthians 6:18- 2 Timothy 2:22- Proverbs 5:8- Joseph was free- Genesis 39:20-23- Genesis 42:20-22- James 1:13-15Oasis Church exists to Worship God, Equip the believers, and Reach the lost.We are led by Pastor Nate Clarke and are located in Mechanicsville outside Richmond in Central Virginia.STAY CONNECTEDInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OasisChurchRVA/Website: https://oasischurch.online

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An elephant from the Natural Bridge Zoo has been moved to an accredited animal sanctuary... Bridgewater residents voice concerns about flock cameras... Unemployment is rising across Virginia... AI could make the Commonwealth more vulnerable to cyber threats... and we go to a Central Virginia powerlifting competition...

X: @TanParkerTX @ileaderssummit @americasrt1776 @NatashaSrdoc @JoelAnandUSA @supertalk @JTitMVirginia Join America's Roundtable radio co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy with Senator Tan Parker, the Senate Majority Leader from Texas. A successful entrepreneur, business leader in the private equity arena, Senator Parker and his colleagues have advanced key legislative measures, initiatives and pro-growth policies that have attracted businesses and families to Texas and fueled the state's economic growth. Senator Parker is the Chair of the Senate Republican Caucus, Chair of the Senate Committee on Transportation, and Vice Chair of the Senate Committee on Criminal Justice. Senator Parker is an entrepreneur, business leader, and author and editor of “Making Government Work.” He also led an initiative on the international trade front that resulted in Texas signing a trade deal with the United Kingdom. At an estimated $2.9 trillion, the Texas economy is eighth largest compared to the nations of the world, larger than Russia, Canada, Italy, and more. According to reports, it may soon surpass France's economy. The conversation highlights the state's great new success in welcoming America's new stock exchange. Senator Tan Parker played a primary legislative role in establishing and launching the Texas Stock Exchange (TXSE), partnering alongside Governor Greg Abbott and Comptroller Glenn Hegar over multiple legislative cycles to build the legal framework for the exchange. The Texas Stock Exchange completed its phased rollout on July 31, 2026, marking the full launch of production trading for all National Market System symbols at its Dallas headquarters with backing from over 50 member firms. Senator Parker championed key capital markets and corporate governance reforms designed to position Texas as a premier national financial hub. On America's 250th anniversary, Senator Parker relays how Texas and the states in America's great South are writing the Republic's next chapter by affirming conservative values and principles. americasrt.com https://ileaderssummit.org/ | https://jerusalemleaderssummit.com/ America's Roundtable on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/americas-roundtable/id1518878472 X: @TanParkerTX @ileaderssummit @americasrt1776 @NatashaSrdoc @JoelAnandUSA @supertalk @JTitMVirginia America's Roundtable is co-hosted by Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy, co-founders of International Leaders Summit and the Jerusalem Leaders Summit. America's Roundtable radio program focuses on America's economy, healthcare reform, rule of law, security and trade, and its strategic partnership with rule of law nations around the world. The radio program features high-ranking US administration officials, cabinet members, members of Congress, state government officials, distinguished diplomats, business and media leaders and influential thinkers from around the world. Tune into America's Roundtable Radio program from Washington, DC via live streaming on Saturday mornings via 68 radio stations at 7:30 A.M. (ET) on Lanser Broadcasting Corporation covering the Michigan and the Midwest market, and at 7:30 A.M. (CT) on SuperTalk Mississippi — SuperTalk.FM reaching listeners in every county within the State of Mississippi, and neighboring states in the South including Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana and Tennessee. Tune into WTON in Central Virginia on Sunday mornings at 9:30 A.M. (ET). Listen to America's Roundtable on digital platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, Google and other key online platforms. Listen live, Saturdays at 7:30 A.M. (CT) on SuperTalk | https://www.supertalk.fm

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Read more from VPM News:  Who's on the ballot for Central Virginia's congressional seats in 2026?  Result: Shannon Taylor to take on Rob Wittman in Virginia's 1st  Result: It's McGuire vs. Perriello in Virginia's 5th District    Other links:  Retired general Bert Mizusawa claims GOP Senate primary, will face Warner (Richmond Times-Dispatch)*  Incumbent LeQuan Hylton wins special election to Chesterfield Board of Supervisors (The Richmonder)  Voluntary water restrictions lifted for Richmond-area localities (WRIC)  Richmond re-considers parking restrictions near stop signs after 280% ticket spike (WTVR)  How to take advantage of Virginia's sales tax holiday weekend (WHRO)  *This outlet uses a paywall.  Our award-winning work is made possible with your donations. Visit vpm.org/donate to support local journalism.

"What is the purpose of Genesis 38?"Genesis 38The Book of Genesis Series - In The Beginning, God https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6FD-EKLAyvI&list=PLrgvg1IJfGEoNskcuggMJPDwYu1n9alpmPastor Nate ClarkeAugust 2, 2026Virginia's proposed Constitutional amendments on Abortion & Marriage - How to VOTE BIBLICALLY: https://youtu.be/Y8z8xTFsOn8How should Christians respond to wickedness in the world? https://youtu.be/2OJUIM9YRwAOasis Church exists to Worship God, Equip the believers, and Reach the lost.We are led by Pastor Nate Clarke and are located in Mechanicsville outside Richmond in Central Virginia.STAY CONNECTEDInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OasisChurchRVA/Website: https://oasischurch.online

A turkey escapes the poultry industry and finds a home in Nelson County... Harrisonburg City Council plans to vote on automatic license plate readers... a program to use drones as first responders is unveiled in Central Virginia... Virginia Democrats are looking ahead to the 2028 election... And we take a late summer road trip through the Shenandoah Valley...

"Dreams & Demons"Genesis 37The Book of Genesis Series - In The Beginning, God https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6FD-EKLAyvI&list=PLrgvg1IJfGEoNskcuggMJPDwYu1n9alpmPastor Nate ClarkeJuly 26, 2026Virginia's proposed Constitutional amendments on Abortion & Marriage - How to VOTE BIBLICALLY: https://youtu.be/Y8z8xTFsOn8How should Christians respond to wickedness in the world? https://youtu.be/2OJUIM9YRwAOasis Church exists to Worship God, Equip the believers, and Reach the lost.We are led by Pastor Nate Clarke and are located in Mechanicsville outside Richmond in Central Virginia.STAY CONNECTEDInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OasisChurchRVA/Website: https://oasischurch.online

The I Love CVille Show headlines: 5th Street Station Sells For $117,124,900 On 7/17/26 Bridge33 Capital Buys 5th St: 451,779 SQF, 47.7 Acres Bridge33 Introduction + 5th St Assessed At $109,047,700 If School Board Hires Law Firm, It Has Something To Hide Is CVille City Council Failing Taxpayers & Local Economy? CVille Area Economic Notebook: Great, Good, Bad & Ugly CVille Area Strongest & Weakest Sectors. What To Watch? Need To Rent Commercial Space? Contact Jerry Miller Read Viewer & Listener Comments Live On-Air Conan Owen, Owner of Sir Speedy of Central VA, joined me live on The I Love CVille Show! The I Love CVille Show airs live Monday – Friday from 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm on The I Love CVille Network. Watch and listen to The I Love CVille Show on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, iTunes, Apple Podcast, YouTube, Spotify, Fountain, Amazon Music, Audible, Rumble and iLoveCVille.com.

Garrett and Isabelle Heydt of Solstice Beef Company join Amy Fewell to share how their love of outdoor education, community, and real food grew into a thriving regenerative farm in Central Virginia—and why they eventually had to simplify it.At their busiest, the Heydts were raising 3,200 broiler chickens, 50 pigs, 200 turkeys, and 40 beef cattle in a single season, all while raising young children. Then a succession of family health emergencies, backlogged orders, and one late-night breaking point forced them to ask a difficult question:Is the farm working for our family, or are we working for the farm?Garrett and Isabelle explain why they narrowed their operation to beef, made the painful decision to leave a multigenerational family farm, and began managing cattle across leased land. They also share how they have redefined success around faith, family culture, community, and stewardship rather than endless growth.Isabelle opens up about her personal experience with rheumatoid arthritis, the elimination diet and lifestyle changes she credits with changing her health, and the connection she sees between healthy soil and a healthy gut. She also introduces Paced Healing and her four-module program, The Sovereign Step, which uses lessons from her Appalachian Trail thru-hike to help people approach major lifestyle changes one step at a time.In this episode we talk about:How Garrett and Isabelle went from climbing and outdoor education to farmingStarting a farm with broiler chickens on 12 acresWhat happened when they tried to offer every product to every customerThe family emergency that exposed their breaking pointWhy simplifying did not mean quittingLeaving a multigenerational farm without abandoning their agricultural callingRaising cattle and regenerating soil on leased landThe difference between a circle of influence and a circle of concernRedefining success for a farm familyIsabelle's personal rheumatoid arthritis and elimination-diet journeyThe soil-gut connection and moving away from fear-based wellnessWhy difficult choices can create the greatest opportunitiesChoosing to see God's plan as an opportunity rather than a burdenResources Mentioned:Solstice Beef Company:https://solsticebeef.com/Paced Healing:www.pacedhealing.com⁠Follow Homesteaders Of America Online:Instagram ⁠@homesteadersofamerica⁠Facebook ⁠  / homesteadersofamerica⁠  Website ⁠https://homesteadersofamerica.com⁠Follow Garrett & Isabelle Online:Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/solsticebeefco/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/solsticebeef/Podcast Sponsors:Nutrimill: https://nutrimill.com/

Welcome to Part 3 of our deep-dive mini series on A24's hit film The Invite. (If you haven't caught parts 1 and 2 yet, go back and listen, and major spoiler alert!) In this episode, Lauren and Trey unpack the aftermath of the movie's failed sexual encounter, dissecting the precise moment Penélope Cruz's character looks at the central couple and delivers a devastating truth: "This isn't loving."Lauren, a certified holistic sexuality educator and intimacy coach, shares her personal history with Esther Perel's groundbreaking text Mating in Captivity and connects the film's climax to bell hooks' philosophy that what many couples call "love" is actually mutual abuse and safety-seeking behavior.Trey and Lauren explore the exact signs that indicate it's more loving to consciously uncouple than to stay in a harmful relational container. Plus, they debate the film's ending: Did Seth Rogen and Olivia Wilde's characters blow up their lives for the better, or can a single moment of radical curiosity save a dying dynamic?Key TakeawaysDrawing on Katherine Woodward Thomas's Conscious Uncoupling and the writings of bell hooks, Lauren explains why staying in a mean-spirited, destructive relationship isn't "love." Cutting each other down or slamming doors is rarely about pure malice; it is usually an automated, childhood survival mechanism triggered by a somatic sense of threat.Lauren introduces Robert Sternberg's research on how human beings navigate romance. She explains how couples often plug their partners into pre-written narrative scripts (treating them like props or pawns) instead of relating to the living, breathing human in front of them.Referencing Esther Perel, Lauren breaks down the three specific scenarios where people feel most drawn to their long-term partner: when they are apart, when they see their partner in their element, and when their partner genuinely surprises them.If you and your partner are ready to stop operating out of old childhood survival scripts and learn how to communicate with radical curiosity, let's connect.Request your free 15-minute consult at sexedforyou.com/freeconsult.About ThemLauren and Trey are partners living in Central Virginia, where Lauren owns and operates Sex Ed for You. She provides comprehensive sexuality education and embodied coaching to individuals, partners, and parents.Through a biopsychosocial approach, Sex Ed for You works to restore positive and respectful approaches to sexuality and sexual relationships, while increasing the possibility of pleasurable and safe sexual experiences, free of coercion, discrimination, and violence (World Health Organization).Sexual health is fundamental to the overall health and well-being of individuals, couples, and families, as well as to the social and economic development of communities and countries (World Health Organization). When individuals are blocked from sexual health, they are often stunted in their ability to develop sensual play, embodied connection, and enjoyment.Learn More & ConnectLearn more about Sex Ed for You: ⁠https://www.sexedforyou.com⁠Schedule a FREE CONSULT with Lauren: ⁠https://www.sexedforyou.com/freeconsult⁠Learn more about partnered communication and relational education on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/sex_ed_for_you/⁠Subscribe to the YouTube channel for conversations about sex, partnership, communication, and love: ⁠https://youtube.com/@thepartnershippodcast⁠Important RemindersThis is not a “how to” podcast, but rather a “how they” podcast. Lauren and Trey share personal experiences, perspectives, and reflections, inviting listeners to learn from what resonates, question what doesn't, and decide what feels aligned for their own lives.Lauren is not a therapist. She is a Certified Holistic Sexuality Educator and Embodied Intimacy and Relationship Coach.

"Joseph's Example and God's Story"Genesis 37The Book of Genesis Series - In The Beginning, God https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6FD-EKLAyvI&list=PLrgvg1IJfGEoNskcuggMJPDwYu1n9alpmPastor Nate ClarkeJuly 19, 2026Virginia's proposed Constitutional amendments on Abortion & Marriage - How to VOTE BIBLICALLY: https://youtu.be/Y8z8xTFsOn8How should Christians respond to wickedness in the world? https://youtu.be/2OJUIM9YRwAOasis Church exists to Worship God, Equip the believers, and Reach the lost.We are led by Pastor Nate Clarke and are located in Mechanicsville outside Richmond in Central Virginia.STAY CONNECTEDInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OasisChurchRVA/Website: https://oasischurch.online

The Invite Part 2: Why Caretaking Kills Sexual DesireWelcome to Part 2 of our multi-part deep dive into A24's film The Invite. (If you haven't listened to Part 1 or seen the movie yet, major spoiler alert!) In this continuation, Lauren and Trey take an honest, unflinching look at the four lead characters to ask the ultimate psychosexual questions: Would you date them? Would you sleep with them? And what do their dynamic flaws reveal about modern long-term relationships?Lauren and Trey dismantle the hidden poisons that quietly destroy intimacy inside monogamous marriages. They explore why "caretaking" acts as a massive anti-aphrodisiac and how women's "erotic self-focus" gets shamed in long-term dynamics.From confronting the toxic "supposed tos" of marital sex to analyzing Esther Perel's famous framework; we will have many marriages in our lives, whether with the same partner or new ones. This episode is a masterclass in stepping out of "poor me" victim triangles and choosing true relational flourishing.Key TakeawaysAnalyzing Seth Rogen's miserable, back-pain-riddled character, Lauren explains why stepping into a "sweet mommy" or caretaker role completely kills erotic charge. Drawing on Esther Perel's work, she breaks down why primal sexual desire cannot exist where maternal or paternal caretaking takes over.The Male Isolation Epidemic: Trey reflects on his own male friendships, prompting Lauren to address the tragedy of male social conditioning. They dissect how culture discourages emotional vulnerability between straight men, forcing husbands to rely on their wives as their sole source of emotional anchor, connection, and touch.Lauren unpacks Esther Perel's cornerstone philosophy. As humans evolve over decades, relationship containers must either be consciously rebuilt from the inside or uncoupled. Assuming a partnership will stay the exact same through parenthood, career shifts, and perimenopause is a recipe for resentment.If you and your partner are caught in a loop of rejection, caretaking, or living on relational crumbs, it's time to rewrite your agreement. Let's work together to build a relationship container based on mutual desire and authentic agency.Request your free 15-minute consult at sexedforyou.com/freeconsult.About ThemLauren and Trey are partners living in Central Virginia, where Lauren owns and operates Sex Ed for You. She provides comprehensive sexuality education and embodied coaching to individuals, partners, and parents.Through a biopsychosocial approach, Sex Ed for You works to restore positive and respectful approaches to sexuality and sexual relationships, while increasing the possibility of pleasurable and safe sexual experiences, free of coercion, discrimination, and violence (World Health Organization).Sexual health is fundamental to the overall health and well-being of individuals, couples, and families, as well as to the social and economic development of communities and countries (World Health Organization). When individuals are blocked from sexual health, they are often stunted in their ability to develop sensual play, embodied connection, and enjoyment.Learn More & ConnectLearn more about Sex Ed for You: ⁠https://www.sexedforyou.com⁠Schedule a FREE CONSULT with Lauren: ⁠https://www.sexedforyou.com/freeconsult⁠Learn more about partnered communication and relational education on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/sex_ed_for_you/⁠Subscribe to the YouTube channel for conversations about sex, partnership, communication, and love: ⁠https://youtube.com/@thepartnershippodcast⁠Important RemindersThis is not a “how to” podcast, but rather a “how they” podcast. Lauren and Trey share personal experiences, perspectives, and reflections, inviting listeners to learn from what resonates, question what doesn't, and decide what feels aligned for their own lives.Lauren is not a therapist. She is a Certified Holistic Sexuality Educator and Embodied Intimacy and Relationship Coach.

X: @MarioAndretti @ileaderssummit @americasrt1776 @NatashaSrdoc @JoelAnandUSA @supertalk @JTitMVirginia Join America's Roundtable radio co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy with Mario Andretti — an American icon, pioneer and legend in motorsports. Mario Andretti's American Dream story is especially compelling because it goes beyond motorsports. His family's experience as refugees, their emigration to the United States, and his rise to become one of the greatest race car drivers in history make him a powerful example of perseverance and opportunity. The conversation also focuses on Mario's journey from communist Yugoslavia to America and taking a visit to his birthplace in Montona, Italy (ceded to Yugoslavia in 1945 after WWII and now present day Motovun, Croatia). His family lost over 2,100 acres of ancestral land when the communists took over the Istrian peninsula in the northern Adriatic region. Through hard work, perseverance, risk-taking and the pursuit of excellence fueled by creativity and innovation, Mario was more than a pioneer and high-achiever. Mario's professional record when reflecting on his stellar career includes 111 major professional race wins. Mario Andretti remains the only driver ever to win all three of these prestigious races: Daytona 500 Indianapolis 500 A Formula One Grand Prix President Trump formally recognized Andretti's legendary racing career as an inspiration for the America's 250th Anniversary celebration through the forthcoming Freedom 250 Grand Prix that will take place on August 22-23, 2026, marking the first‑ever NTT INDYCAR SERIES race on the National Mall in Washington, DC. The Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C. From the White House CELEBRATING AMERICAN GREATNESS WITH AMERICAN MOTOR RACING From President Donald J. Trump's Executive Order launching the Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C. – the first ever INDYCAR street race in the Nation's capital, to be held near the National Mall in honor of America's 250th birthday. SHOWCASING AMERICA'S MOTORSPORT LEGACY: President Trump is bringing world-class American motor racing to the heart of the Nation's capital to celebrate our history, inspire future generations, and highlight the enduring spirit of American innovation and achievement. American INDYCAR racing has thrilled Americans for over a century, producing legends like A.J. Foyt and Mario Andretti and drawing global attention to the Indianapolis 500 each Memorial Day weekend. The Freedom 250 Grand Prix will be the first motor race ever held in our Nation's capital near the National Mall, uniting Americans in celebration of our 250th anniversary of independence. The race will showcase the beauty and grandeur of Washington, D.C., while demonstrating the power of American ingenuity in engineering, technology, and high-performance racing. americasrt.com https://ileaderssummit.org/ | https://jerusalemleaderssummit.com/ America's Roundtable on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/americas-roundtable/id1518878472 X: @MarioAndretti @ileaderssummit @americasrt1776 @NatashaSrdoc @JoelAnandUSA @supertalk @JTitMVirginia America's Roundtable is co-hosted by Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy, co-founders of International Leaders Summit and the Jerusalem Leaders Summit. America's Roundtable radio program focuses on America's economy, healthcare reform, rule of law, security and trade, and its strategic partnership with rule of law nations around the world. The radio program features high-ranking US administration officials, cabinet members, members of Congress, state government officials, distinguished diplomats, business and media leaders and influential thinkers from around the world. Tune into America's Roundtable Radio program from Washington, DC via live streaming on Saturday mornings via 68 radio stations at 7:30 A.M. (ET) on Lanser Broadcasting Corporation covering the Michigan and the Midwest market, and at 7:30 A.M. (CT) on SuperTalk Mississippi — SuperTalk.FM reaching listeners in every county within the State of Mississippi, and neighboring states in the South including Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana and Tennessee. Tune into WTON in Central Virginia on Sunday mornings at 9:30 A.M. (ET). Listen to America's Roundtable on digital platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, Google and other key online platforms. Listen live, Saturdays at 7:30 A.M. (CT) on SuperTalk | https://www.supertalk.fm

We are recording from a brand-new space, and we have a very specific, mandatory homework assignment for you: Go watch the film The Invite.In this episode—part one of a multi-part deep dive—Lauren and Trey break down a cinematic masterpiece that had them squeezing each other's legs, cackling out loud, and talking straight through dinner on one of their top ten date nights of all time. With renowned psychotherapist Esther Perel serving as the film's consultant, The Invite is a masterclass in tension, long-term marital fatigue, and the boundary lines of modern desire.Key Takeaways:The Trope of the Therapist-Patient Romance: Penélope Cruz's character is a therapist dating her former patient (Edward Norton). Lauren unpacks why this highly eroticized trope is actually a massive clinical, ethical violation, discussing hierarchies of power, projection, and why AASECT enforces strict timeframes of up to 10 years before any such crossover can occur.The Liar vs. The Lie Invitee: Trey maps out how the married couple in the film operates entirely on "honesty when convenient." Lauren breaks down how partners routinely tell white lies to remain chosen, proving that the liar hides the truth because they can't handle their partner's reaction, while the "lie invitee" secretly plays along because they can't handle their own emotional response to the truth.Secrecy vs. Privacy: Where is the boundary line? Lauren defines a secret as the willful withholding of information that your partner has a direct right to in order to make informed decisions. Privacy, however, is a healthy boundary, like your personal fantasy life, solo sex practice, or your pin code, which does not affect the physical or emotional well-being of your spouse."Would You F*ck Yourself?": Directly addressing Esther Perel's famous clinical question, Lauren discusses why cultivating your own individual desirability, self-worth, and "fuckability" is entirely your job, not your partner's.If you are tired of surviving on relational crumbs and are ready to dismantle the "liar/lie invitee" patterns in your dynamic, let's build a stronger, more honest relational container together.Request your free 15-minute consult at sexedforyou.com/freeconsult.About ThemLauren and Trey are partners living in Central Virginia, where Lauren owns and operates Sex Ed for You. She provides comprehensive sexuality education and embodied coaching to individuals, partners, and parents.Through a biopsychosocial approach, Sex Ed for You works to restore positive and respectful approaches to sexuality and sexual relationships, while increasing the possibility of pleasurable and safe sexual experiences, free of coercion, discrimination, and violence (World Health Organization).Sexual health is fundamental to the overall health and well-being of individuals, couples, and families, as well as to the social and economic development of communities and countries (World Health Organization). When individuals are blocked from sexual health, they are often stunted in their ability to develop sensual play, embodied connection, and enjoyment.Learn More & ConnectLearn more about Sex Ed for You: ⁠https://www.sexedforyou.com⁠Schedule a FREE CONSULT with Lauren: ⁠https://www.sexedforyou.com/freeconsult⁠Learn more about partnered communication and relational education on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/sex_ed_for_you/⁠Subscribe to the YouTube channel for conversations about sex, partnership, communication, and love: ⁠https://youtube.com/@thepartnershippodcast⁠Important RemindersThis is not a “how to” podcast, but rather a “how they” podcast. Lauren and Trey share personal experiences, perspectives, and reflections, inviting listeners to learn from what resonates, question what doesn't, and decide what feels aligned for their own lives.Lauren is not a therapist. She is a Certified Holistic Sexuality Educator and Embodied Intimacy and Relationship Coach.

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Joel Battige of Six33 Mortgage, a mortgage brokerage serving Central Virginia, shares his 21-year journey in the lending industry, his move from Florida to Central Virginia, and the challenges of building trust with local real estate professionals as a newcomer.In this episode, Joel debunks the common myth that homebuyers need a 20% down payment and explains why clear communication is the foundation of every successful client relationship. He also discusses how the CVABC has supported the growth of his business and emphasizes the importance of supporting local businesses to strengthen the community.

"Eternal Life: Heaven & Hell"1 Thessalonians 4:13; Ecclesiastes 3:11Summer Heat Series https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tT6NmO99e1g&list=PLrgvg1IJfGErAVbwQFvA1PDPnEl-XAEyhPastor Nate ClarkeJuly 12, 2026Virginia's proposed Constitutional amendments on Abortion & Marriage - How to VOTE BIBLICALLY: https://youtu.be/Y8z8xTFsOn8How should Christians respond to wickedness in the world? https://youtu.be/2OJUIM9YRwASERMON NOTES:- 1 Thessalonians 4:13- Ecclesiastes 3:11- Eternal Life: Heaven & Hell- Every person will spend eternity either in heaven with God, or in hell separate from God.- HEAVEN- Romans 10:9-10- John 14:1-4- John 14: 5- John 14:6-7- Heaven will be God's presence forever- Revelation 21:4- In heaven, you will be rewarded for the good you've done with your life on earth.- Matthew 6:19-20- Matthew 16:27- 2 Corinthians 5:10- Heaven will be better than anyone could imagine- 2 Corinthians 5:8- Philippians 1:23- Psalm 16:11- Revelation 22:20- HELL- Matthew 25:41- Psalm 73:2-5- Psalm 73:9-12- Psalm 73:13- Psalm 73:16-17- Psalm 73:18-20- Psalm 73:27-28- “When my love fails me, my fear ought to keep me.” —John Piper- 6 False Doctrines on Hell     - Cultural belief, Satan's kingdom     - Naturalism      - Reincarnation- Hebrews 9:27     - Catholicism, purgatory      - Universalism - Matthew 7:13-14- John 14:6- Acts 4:12     - Annihilationism - Revelation 14:11- Luke 16:19-31- Romans 1:20- Romans 2:14-15- Genesis 18:25b- What do we do because heaven and hell are a reality?- Colossians 3:1-2- Matthew 5:22b- Colossians 3:5-6- Mark 9:43- 2 Peter 3:9Oasis Church exists to Worship God, Equip the believers, and Reach the lost.We are led by Pastor Nate Clarke and are located in Mechanicsville outside Richmond in Central Virginia.STAY CONNECTEDInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OasisChurchRVA/Website: https://oasischurch.online

What happens when the chaos of your partner's professional world begins to bleed into the sanctuary of your marriage? In this ultra-fast, raw episode, Lauren and Trey pull back the curtain on a massive new challenge they are navigating in real time: handling viral internet toxicity, online critics, and the public backlash that comes with having a loud, necessary female voice in the relationship space.Trey opens up about the visceral stress, protective instincts, and anxiety he feels watching people attack his wife online. Instead of letting the outside noise create a fracture between them, they hit record to brainstorm a real-time solution for dealing with professional pressure at home.From introducing the genius framework of the "Tomato Day" to unpacking how public criticism accidentally triggers original father and mother wounds, this episode is a brilliant blueprint for any couple trying to manage heavy outside stressors without stepping on each other's toes or bulldozing each other's domains.Lauren and Trey map out a clear communication strategy for when one partner has a rough day in the public eye. Instead of carrying unspoken tension, they introduce a system where Lauren can flag a bad day by simply saying, "I had some tomatoes thrown at me today," giving Trey the option to offer a pure listening turn rather than jumping into "fix-it" mode.Fixing vs. Witnessing: Trey vulnerably addresses his urge to go to battle, "fight the dragons," or aggressively step into Lauren's business domain to protect her. Lauren models how to gently decline unasked-for rescue attempts, reminding him that all she needs is to be looked in the eyes, reassured, and held.Lauren wraps up with a powerful reminder that every couple faces external pressure, whether it's demanding careers, parenting struggles, or financial weight. The secret to long-term relational survival isn't avoiding these hardships; it's preventing the mismanagement of these "third things" from dictating the peace of your home.If outside stressors, demanding careers, or family friction are beginning to mismanage the peace inside your relationship, let's build a stronger, more resilient playbook together.Request your free 15-minute consult at sexedforyou.com/freeconsult.About ThemLauren and Trey are partners living in Central Virginia, where Lauren owns and operates Sex Ed for You. She provides comprehensive sexuality education and embodied coaching to individuals, partners, and parents.Through a biopsychosocial approach, Sex Ed for You works to restore positive and respectful approaches to sexuality and sexual relationships, while increasing the possibility of pleasurable and safe sexual experiences, free of coercion, discrimination, and violence (World Health Organization).Sexual health is fundamental to the overall health and well-being of individuals, couples, and families, as well as to the social and economic development of communities and countries (World Health Organization). When individuals are blocked from sexual health, they are often stunted in their ability to develop sensual play, embodied connection, and enjoyment.Learn More & ConnectLearn more about Sex Ed for You: ⁠https://www.sexedforyou.com⁠Schedule a FREE CONSULT with Lauren: ⁠https://www.sexedforyou.com/freeconsult⁠Learn more about partnered communication and relational education on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/sex_ed_for_you/⁠Subscribe to the YouTube channel for conversations about sex, partnership, communication, and love: ⁠https://youtube.com/@thepartnershippodcast⁠Important RemindersThis is not a “how to” podcast, but rather a “how they” podcast. Lauren and Trey share personal experiences, perspectives, and reflections, inviting listeners to learn from what resonates, question what doesn't, and decide what feels aligned for their own lives.Lauren is not a therapist. She is a Certified Holistic Sexuality Educator and Embodied Intimacy and Relationship Coach.

In this episode of Not Just Buildings, host Foster interviews Alec from the Central Virginia Planning District Commission (CVPDC). Alec explains how the CVPDC serves multiple localities in Central Virginia, focusing on regional planning, economic development, and workforce initiatives. They discuss the importance of collaboration between local governments, highlight resources like career centers and workforce training programs, and touch on upcoming projects including a comprehensive economic development strategy and a Long-Range Transportation Plan. Listeners are encouraged to participate in an active community survey at cvpdc.org before July 17th.This podcast lives on Media Squatch+ Your home for local voices, live shows, and nonstop audio.Listen free: https://mediasquat.ch/plus

X: @RealBenCarson @ileaderssummit @americasrt1776 @NatashaSrdoc @JoelAnandUSA @supertalk @JTitMVirginia Join America's Roundtable radio co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy with Dr. Ben Carson, a great American patriot and principled leader for a special program on America's 250th Anniversary. Dr. Ben Carson and Mrs. Candy Carson, together with American Cornerstone Institute, created an inspiring and educational "Star Spangled Adventures: The Movie!" a family-friendly animated film to celebrate America's 250th Birthday. The movie teaches the audiences about 250-year long history of America and principles that make America exceptional. America's Roundtable conversation focuses on America's founding documents, and values and principles which preserved America for 250 years. The discussion brings to the forefront Dr. Carson's book "The Perilous Fight", in which Dr. Carson emphasizes the importance of a family and faith in God in protecting our freedoms and unalienable rights to life, liberty and pursuit of happiness. Dr. Ben Carson is a distinguished bestselling author, the 17th U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, a 2016 Republican presidential candidate, the former director of Pediatric Neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins, and the Founder and Chairman of the American Cornerstone Institute. Dr. Carson and his wife, Candy Carson, co-founded the Carson Scholars Fund, which recognizes young people of all backgrounds for exceptional academic and humanitarian accomplishments. americasrt.com https://ileaderssummit.org/ | https://jerusalemleaderssummit.com/ America's Roundtable on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/americas-roundtable/id1518878472 X: @RealBenCarson @ileaderssummit @americasrt1776 @NatashaSrdoc @JoelAnandUSA @supertalk @JTitMVirginia America's Roundtable is co-hosted by Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy, co-founders of International Leaders Summit and the Jerusalem Leaders Summit. America's Roundtable radio program focuses on America's economy, healthcare reform, rule of law, security and trade, and its strategic partnership with rule of law nations around the world. The radio program features high-ranking US administration officials, cabinet members, members of Congress, state government officials, distinguished diplomats, business and media leaders and influential thinkers from around the world. Tune into America's Roundtable Radio program from Washington, DC via live streaming on Saturday mornings via 68 radio stations at 7:30 A.M. (ET) on Lanser Broadcasting Corporation covering the Michigan and the Midwest market, and at 7:30 A.M. (CT) on SuperTalk Mississippi — SuperTalk.FM reaching listeners in every county within the State of Mississippi, and neighboring states in the South including Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana and Tennessee. Tune into WTON in Central Virginia on Sunday mornings at 9:30 A.M. (ET). Listen to America's Roundtable on digital platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, Google and other key online platforms. Listen live, Saturdays at 7:30 A.M. (CT) on SuperTalk | https://www.supertalk.fm

"The Price of Poor Enthusiasm"Luke 19:41-45Summer Heat Series https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tT6NmO99e1g&list=PLrgvg1IJfGErAVbwQFvA1PDPnEl-XAEyhPastor Casey SteenJuly 5, 2026Virginia's proposed Constitutional amendments on Abortion & Marriage - How to VOTE BIBLICALLY: https://youtu.be/Y8z8xTFsOn8How should Christians respond to wickedness in the world? https://youtu.be/2OJUIM9YRwAOasis Church exists to Worship God, Equip the believers, and Reach the lost.We are led by Pastor Nate Clarke and are located in Mechanicsville outside Richmond in Central Virginia.STAY CONNECTEDInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OasisChurchRVA/Website: https://oasischurch.online

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The show must go on! Despite a massive headache and being on the verge of tears from the sheer exhaustion of prepping for a five-week move, Lauren sits down with Trey to tackle a raw, urgent conversation sparked by the dark side of the internet.A recent clip from the show, unpacking why pity sex and obligation sex destroy intimacy, went viral, landing squarely in a toxic corner of the international "manosphere." Lauren pulls back the curtain on the thousands of aggressive comments demanding that married women simply "give" their husbands bodies on demand.Trey and Lauren don't shy away from the noise. Instead, they use it to break down the sheer laziness of marital entitlement.Key Takeaways:Lauren addresses the intense pushback from a specific subset of online critics attacking her professional work. She breaks down why these negative comments are actually a gift, propelling the vital message of mutual desire and female erotic sovereignty right into the hands of the couples who need it most.Trey directly challenges the patriarchal script that states marriage equals unconditional bodily access. He introduces a sobering truth: in a conscious, modern partnership, you aren't entitled to your partner's body or labor; you are only ever entitled to leave if the dynamic no longer serves you.Lauren clears the air by pointing out that entitlement isn't gender-exclusive. She calls out the "honey-do list" phenomenon and the shadow side of straight dynamics where women feel entitled to a man's physical or financial labor simply because of a marital title.When your relationship feels lacking or stuck in a transactional slump, how do you fix it? Lauren reveals the ultimate relational tool: Radical Curiosity. She issues a challenge to the audience to ask their partner a deep question about their contentment, and then force themselves to ask two more curious questions before formatting a response.If your relationship has devolved into transactional demands, scorekeeping, or quiet resentment, it is time to throw out the old playbook.Request your free 15-minute consult at sexedforyou.com/freeconsult.About ThemLauren and Trey are partners living in Central Virginia, where Lauren owns and operates Sex Ed for You. She provides comprehensive sexuality education and embodied coaching to individuals, partners, and parents.Through a biopsychosocial approach, Sex Ed for You works to restore positive and respectful approaches to sexuality and sexual relationships, while increasing the possibility of pleasurable and safe sexual experiences, free of coercion, discrimination, and violence (World Health Organization).Sexual health is fundamental to the overall health and well-being of individuals, couples, and families, as well as to the social and economic development of communities and countries (World Health Organization). When individuals are blocked from sexual health, they are often stunted in their ability to develop sensual play, embodied connection, and enjoyment.Learn More & ConnectLearn more about Sex Ed for You: ⁠https://www.sexedforyou.com⁠Schedule a FREE CONSULT with Lauren: ⁠https://www.sexedforyou.com/freeconsult⁠Learn more about partnered communication and relational education on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/sex_ed_for_you/⁠Subscribe to the YouTube channel for conversations about sex, partnership, communication, and love: ⁠https://youtube.com/@thepartnershippodcast⁠Important RemindersThis is not a “how to” podcast, but rather a “how they” podcast. Lauren and Trey share personal experiences, perspectives, and reflections, inviting listeners to learn from what resonates, question what doesn't, and decide what feels aligned for their own lives.Lauren is not a therapist. She is a Certified Holistic Sexuality Educator and Embodied Intimacy and Relationship Coach.

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In this follow-up conversation, Kara welcomes Tim Hooper back for a tactical discussion on AI, business, and the human connection that matters more than ever. Tim shares why AI should not replace presence, empathy, intuition, or relationship-building, especially for solopreneurs, small business owners, and real estate professionals. Together, they explore how AI can save time, reduce friction, support better preparation, and help business owners focus on the work that creates the most impact.Episode Topics:• AI as a tool for productivity, not a replacement for connection• Why “soft skills” are becoming the real hard skills• How business owners can use AI without getting overwhelmed• The importance of consistent action in growing a business• Using AI to prepare for client meetings and improve research• How presence, empathy, and thoughtful questions build stronger client relationships• Choosing the right AI tools instead of chasing every new trend• The value of focusing on your biggest friction points firstInsights:• The more advanced AI becomes, the more valuable genuine human connection becomes. Clients still want to feel heard, understood, and cared for.• AI can produce a lot of information quickly, but business owners still need discernment, intuition, and emotional intelligence to use that information well.• Instead of trying to learn every AI tool at once, start with one friction point in your business and spend a little time each day improving it.• Great business growth often comes from consistent action, relationship-building, and focusing on the small percentage of activities that create the biggest results.• Technology should help business owners become more present with clients, not more distracted.Highlights:00:00 Welcome and Intro05:20 Cultural Context and Emotional Landscape07:46 Human Connection as Differentiator11:55 AI as Productivity Tool 16:43 Tool Selection and Practical Tips18:23 Implementation Approach and Learning37:25 Podcast episode endedTim Hooper works with business leaders who want to increase the number of top performers on their team and with sales professionals who want to convert more of the best clients faster. As founder of Energy4Sales, his company's training programs like the Professional Selling Accelerator help sales professionals build predictable pipelines through disciplined proactive connection, consistent valuable communication, extreme ownership of their database, and a technology-leveraged focus.Tim enjoys speaking for sales teams and associations across the country on topics like Energizing Your Sales, Marketing That Matters, The Attitude of Leadership & The AI-Leveraged Professional. He's a John Maxwell-certified coach, cohost of the TrustFactorX podcast, and author of the GotEnergy? Abundant Life Series. He currently serves as VP of Sales Strategy & Marketing Implementation for FNF's Agency Division partners working closely with title agency, real estate and mortgage company leaders.When he's not consulting, he's making memories with his four kids and wife of 19 years while pursuing his quest to run a marathon for charity in every state. He resides in beautiful Central Virginia and would love to connect with you here on LinkedIn.Resources:• Previous episode with Tim Hooper: Episode 137 on AI for business owners• Email: team@energy4sales.com• Website: www.energy4sales.com• Connect with Tim Hooper on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timehooper• Book - Got Energy?: 3 Musts to Igniting Your Passionhttps://www.amazon.com/Got-Energy-Musts-Igniting-Passion/dp/1642554278• Claude AI• Claude for desktop / co-work features• Eric Church's UNC commencement speech• Tim Hooper's AI implementation cohort for serious agentsCheck out Tim Hooper's work, his book Got Energy, and his AI cohort to learn how to use AI in a practical, human-centered way. And if you have not listened to Episode 137 yet, go back and hear the first part of this conversation on AI and business.Connect with Kara to share your thoughts on the series:Website - http://www.kcdrealestate.com/Email - kara@kdcrealestate.comInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/karachaffindonofrio/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/karachaffin1?_rdc=1&_rdrYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/KaraChaffinLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/karachaffin/Don't forget to visit freegiftfromkara.com for our special giveaway, the Dynamic Life Journal to help you maintain your authentic voice and intuitive wisdom while navigating the balance between technology and human connection in your business and personal life.Special Listener Offer: Unlock Your Soul-Aligned Brand with Jen CudmoreAs a gift to our Soul Inspiring Business community, I've convinced my incredible mentor and business coach, Jen Cudmore, to create an exclusive package just for you—our loyal listeners. 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On this episode of Fishing the DMV, we sit down with Virginia angler Nick Passalacqua to break down one of Central Virginia's most underrated bass fishing regions — the James River, Appomattox River, Chickahominy River, and Lake Chesdin.Nick grew up minutes from the James and Appomattox, and in this conversation he gives us a true local's perspective on how these fisheries set up, why the Appomattox fishes differently from the James, where tidal influence matters, and why Lake Chesdin may be one of the most overlooked big-bass lakes in Virginia.We also dive into Nick's recent 24-pound tournament bag on Lake Chesdin, how he targets both shallow grass fish and offshore fish, why the hotter the weather gets the better the bite can be, and what makes Chesdin such a sneaky big-fish factory. Nick also breaks down his Quaky-style bait setup, treble-hook rigging, grass fishing approach, crankbait/Carolina rig bite, and how gizzard shad and bluegill influence the fishery.Later in the episode, we talk about the current state of the James and Chickahominy, how the hard winter may have impacted grass, why some areas are fishing tougher than normal, and the growing forward-facing sonar debate in local Virginia tournament trails.Topics covered include:• Lake Chesdin bass fishing breakdown • Nick's 24-pound tournament bag • James River vs. Appomattox River vs. Chickahominy River • How tide affects the Appomattox River • Grass fishing and offshore fishing on Chesdin • Quaky bait setup, hooks, rod, reel, and line • Why Chesdin produces giant bags • The state of the James River and Chickahominy in 2026 • Forward-facing sonar bans in Virginia tournament trails • Local Tuesday and Thursday night tournament series • Nick's future tournament goals, BFL plans, and fishing journeyPlease support Fishing the DMV on Patreon: https://patreon.com/FishingtheDMVPodcast If you are interested in being on the show or a sponsorship opportunity, please reach out to me at fishingtheDMV@gmail.com Nick Passalacqua on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nick.passalacqua.98 Nick Passalacqua Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nick.passalacqua?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== LMD Enterprises: http://lmdoil.com/ Jake's bait & Tackle Website: http://www.jakesbaitandtackle.com/  Link to Tactical Fishing Company: https://tacticalfishingco.com/  Fishing Pro Tech: https://www.facebook.com/FishingProTech  Phone Number: (757) 566-1278 Email: lin@fishingprotech.us Fishing Pro Tech Address: 7812-A Richmond Road, Toano, VA, United States, 23168    Max4 Fishing: https://bit.ly/4unuiOs Flint Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/43t8h5NSupport the show

X: @GarrettInExile @americasrt1776 @ileaderssummit @NatashaSrdoc @JoelAnandUSA @supertalk @JTitMVirginia Join America's Roundtable radio co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy with a brilliant conservative communicator — Honorable Thomas Garrett, Delegate, House of Delegates, Commonwealth of Virginia and former U.S. Congressman who served on the Foreign Affairs Committee, Homeland Security Committee, Education and Workforce Committee. Delegate Tom Garrett earned his Bachelor's degree from the University of Richmond. After the University of Richmond, Tom Garrett became an artillery officer in the United States Army. Achieving the rank of Captain, Tom led soldiers overseas—most notably while deployed in Bosnia. Upon returning to the States, Tom earned his J.D. from the University of Richmond and served as an Assistant Attorney General for Virginia. The conversation is focused on America's 250th anniversary, the recent U.S. Supreme Court's decisions, the significance of the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE Act) for America's future, with an update on the Middle East and what to expect from the US-Iran talks to ensure that the regime in Tehran never obtains a nuclear weapon. Delegate Tom Garrett has traveled extensively throughout the Balkans and the Middle East. americasrt.com https://ileaderssummit.org/ | https://jerusalemleaderssummit.com/ America's Roundtable on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/americas-roundtable/id1518878472 X: @GarrettInExile @ileaderssummit @americasrt1776 @NatashaSrdoc @JoelAnandUSA @supertalk @JTitMVirginia America's Roundtable is co-hosted by Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy, co-founders of International Leaders Summit and the Jerusalem Leaders Summit. America's Roundtable radio program focuses on America's economy, healthcare reform, rule of law, security and trade, and its strategic partnership with rule of law nations around the world. The radio program features high-ranking US administration officials, cabinet members, members of Congress, state government officials, distinguished diplomats, business and media leaders and influential thinkers from around the world. Tune into America's Roundtable Radio program from Washington, DC via live streaming on Saturday mornings via 68 radio stations at 7:30 A.M. (ET) on Lanser Broadcasting Corporation covering the Michigan and the Midwest market, and at 7:30 A.M. (CT) on SuperTalk Mississippi — SuperTalk.FM reaching listeners in every county within the State of Mississippi, and neighboring states in the South including Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana and Tennessee. Tune into WTON in Central Virginia on Sunday mornings at 9:30 A.M. (ET). Listen to America's Roundtable on digital platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, Google and other key online platforms. Listen live, Saturdays at 7:30 A.M. (CT) on SuperTalk | https://www.supertalk.fm

"Loud Sins vs. Quiet Sins"Exodus 28:42-43Summer Heat Series https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tT6NmO99e1g&list=PLrgvg1IJfGErAVbwQFvA1PDPnEl-XAEyhPastor Casey SteenJune 28, 2026Virginia's proposed Constitutional amendments on Abortion & Marriage - How to VOTE BIBLICALLY: https://youtu.be/Y8z8xTFsOn8How should Christians respond to wickedness in the world? https://youtu.be/2OJUIM9YRwAOasis Church exists to Worship God, Equip the believers, and Reach the lost.We are led by Pastor Nate Clarke and are located in Mechanicsville outside Richmond in Central Virginia.STAY CONNECTEDInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OasisChurchRVA/Website: https://oasischurch.online

If you listened to our last episode, you know things got incredibly real, incredibly fast. We hit a massive, unexpected friction point on-air, original source wounds were triggered, and we awkwardly cut the episode short. But because we practice the relational intimacy we preach, we didn't edit it out, and we didn't sweep it under the rug. We sat right back down, hit record, and picked up exactly where the "ouch" happened.Lauren takes immediate accountability for the impact of her communication style, inviting Trey to narrate his internal state of shutdown, fear, and closing the safety doors. You'll hear exactly how to hold space for a partner's "ouch" without getting defensive.Trey pushes back on whether 50-year-old societal changes matter to couples in their 40s today. Lauren breaks down how macro patriarchal norms directly dictate their modern dynamic; from the invisible "privilege of the male body" (not needing keys between your fingers to walk safely through a dark parking lot) to the exhausting feminine trap of over-functioning.Lauren shares insights from her current clinical work with clients in their early 20s who are already buckling under inherited, artificial gender burdens. She examines the toxic Mad Menera scripts that dictate what a man "should" provide, proving that none of us were handed a healthy relational playbook from the start.Trey shares a vulnerable analogy about his childhood history, describing how minor disagreements or mistakes in his past were met with massive, disproportionate relational punishments. The emotional equivalent of getting slammed on the pavement by a cop for jaywalking. They look at why it often feels safer to lie or hide rather than voice a dissenting opinion.When Lauren asks Trey why he chooses to stay in the relationship despite the hard stuff, he gives a beautiful mathematical breakdown of partnership. He explains that navigating the tiny percentage of relational friction is precisely what makes the remaining 99% of their joy, laughter, and erotic connection so rich.If you are ready to expand your window of tolerance and build an indestructible relational container, let's talk.Request your free 15-minute consult at sexedforyou.com/freeconsult.About ThemLauren and Trey are partners living in Central Virginia, where Lauren owns and operates Sex Ed for You. She provides comprehensive sexuality education and embodied coaching to individuals, partners, and parents.Through a biopsychosocial approach, Sex Ed for You works to restore positive and respectful approaches to sexuality and sexual relationships, while increasing the possibility of pleasurable and safe sexual experiences, free of coercion, discrimination, and violence (World Health Organization).Sexual health is fundamental to the overall health and well-being of individuals, couples, and families, as well as to the social and economic development of communities and countries (World Health Organization). When individuals are blocked from sexual health, they are often stunted in their ability to develop sensual play, embodied connection, and enjoyment.Learn More & ConnectLearn more about Sex Ed for You: ⁠https://www.sexedforyou.com⁠Schedule a FREE CONSULT with Lauren: ⁠https://www.sexedforyou.com/freeconsult⁠Learn more about partnered communication and relational education on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/sex_ed_for_you/⁠Subscribe to the YouTube channel for conversations about sex, partnership, communication, and love: ⁠https://youtube.com/@thepartnershippodcast⁠Important RemindersThis is not a “how to” podcast, but rather a “how they” podcast. Lauren and Trey share personal experiences, perspectives, and reflections, inviting listeners to learn from what resonates, question what doesn't, and decide what feels aligned for their own lives.Lauren is not a therapist. She is a Certified Holistic Sexuality Educator and Embodied Intimacy and Relationship Coach.

Shout out to our sponsors!-Rick Stockel - Your Source for Buying and Selling Homes in Richmond and Central Virginiahttps://rickstockel.com- Dr. O Sports Medicine - http://kwadwoowusuakyawmd.comDr. O Instagram - https://instagram.com/dr.o_forthe804Manchester boys basketball made history this season, capturing a Central Region championship and making a deep state playoff run. Head Coach Josh Carlson joins BallinVA alongside assistant coaches Rashan “Coach Ray” Alexander and Thomas Allen to reflect on the Lancers' unforgettable season, senior leadership, community support, and what comes next for one of Central Virginia's rising basketball programs.The staff talks about building a winning culture, the comeback win over Landstown, the impact of Manchester's senior class, the strength of the Dominion District, and why the future remains bright for Lancer basketball.#ballinva BallinVA Host:Larry MerritteCheck out our Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/ballinvaShop our Merch! https://bit.ly/3uNsNgzBallinVA Social Mediahttps://facebook.com/ballinvahttps://tiktok.com/@ballinvahttps://www.instagram.com/ballinva_podcast_804/For business inquiries - ballinvapodcast@gmail.com

"Your Weakness Is Your Greatest Flex"2 Corinthians 12:7–10 ESVSummer Heat Series https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tT6NmO99e1g&list=PLrgvg1IJfGErAVbwQFvA1PDPnEl-XAEyhPastor Casey SteenJune 21, 2026Virginia's proposed Constitutional amendments on Abortion & Marriage - How to VOTE BIBLICALLY: https://youtu.be/Y8z8xTFsOn8How should Christians respond to wickedness in the world? https://youtu.be/2OJUIM9YRwAOasis Church exists to Worship God, Equip the believers, and Reach the lost.We are led by Pastor Nate Clarke and are located in Mechanicsville outside Richmond in Central Virginia.STAY CONNECTEDInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OasisChurchRVA/Website: https://oasischurch.online

X: @StephenMoore @americasrt1776 @ileaderssummit @NatashaSrdoc @JoelAnandUSA @supertalk @JTitMVirginia Join America's Roundtable radio co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy with economist Stephen Moore. His insights on the economic front, America's energy dominance, urgency to address healthcare reform in America, advance the succesful policy of school choice and thoughts on Iran will enlighten engaged listeners. Brief bio: Stephen Moore is an internationally-known economist and author, who has served as a senior policy adviser to Donald Trump in 2016 and 2024. Now, serving as the co-founder and chairman of Unleash Prosperity, he is a frequent lecturer to audiences around the world on the U.S. economic and political outlook, and is the author of 6 books, including “Trumponomics: Inside the America First Plan to Revive our Economy,” and “The Trump Economic Miracle.” Moore is a graduate of the University of Illinois and holds a master's degree in Economics from George Mason University. From 1999-2004, Moore served as Founder and President of the Club for Growth, an organization dedicated to helping elect free market candidates to Congress. In his tenure as president, the Club for Growth became one of the most influential and respected political organizations in the nation. From 2005-2014, Moore served as the senior economics writer for The Wall Street Journal editorial page and as a member of the WSJ editorial board. He remains a regular contributor to the publication. Moore served as a senior economic advisor to President Trump's 2016 campaign, drafting tax, budget, and energy policy plans. In 2007, Moore received the Ronald Reagan “Great Communicator” award from the Republican party for his advancement of economic understanding. In 2010, he was awarded the University of Illinois Alumni of the Year. His book “Return to Prosperity: How America Can Regain its Economic Superpower Status” was a finalist for the F.A. Hayek Award for Advancing Economic Understanding. In 2018, Worth Magazine named Stephen Moore one of the 75 Most Influential People in the World Dealing with Economics and Finance. americasrt.com https://ileaderssummit.org/ | https://jerusalemleaderssummit.com/ America's Roundtable on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/americas-roundtable/id1518878472 X: @StephenMoore @ileaderssummit @americasrt1776 @NatashaSrdoc @JoelAnandUSA @supertalk @JTitMVirginia America's Roundtable is co-hosted by Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy, co-founders of International Leaders Summit and the Jerusalem Leaders Summit. America's Roundtable radio program focuses on America's economy, healthcare reform, rule of law, security and trade, and its strategic partnership with rule of law nations around the world. The radio program features high-ranking US administration officials, cabinet members, members of Congress, state government officials, distinguished diplomats, business and media leaders and influential thinkers from around the world. Tune into America's Roundtable Radio program from Washington, DC via live streaming on Saturday mornings via 68 radio stations at 7:30 A.M. (ET) on Lanser Broadcasting Corporation covering the Michigan and the Midwest market, and at 7:30 A.M. (CT) on SuperTalk Mississippi — SuperTalk.FM reaching listeners in every county within the State of Mississippi, and neighboring states in the South including Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana and Tennessee. Tune into WTON in Central Virginia on Sunday mornings at 9:30 A.M. (ET). Listen to America's Roundtable on digital platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, Google and other key online platforms. Listen live, Saturdays at 7:30 A.M. (CT) on SuperTalk | https://www.supertalk.fm

Heather Alto of the Central Virginia Business Coalition (CVABC) shares the organization's history, dating back to 1906, and its evolution into a thriving business coalition serving Central Virginia.She discusses her passion for empowering local businesses, the challenges of raising awareness, and the impact of signature events like the Lynchburg and Bedford Christmas Parades, the Empower Women's Seminar, and Bedford Centerfest. Heather also emphasizes the importance of collaboration over competition and encourages the community to Buy Local, Support Local, and Think Local.

"Consumer mentality is killing the church in America"Acts 2:42Summer Heat Series https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tT6NmO99e1g&list=PLrgvg1IJfGErAVbwQFvA1PDPnEl-XAEyhGuest Pastor Jon AlexisJune 14, 2026Virginia's proposed Constitutional amendments on Abortion & Marriage - How to VOTE BIBLICALLY: https://youtu.be/Y8z8xTFsOn8How should Christians respond to wickedness in the world? https://youtu.be/2OJUIM9YRwAOasis Church exists to Worship God, Equip the believers, and Reach the lost.We are led by Pastor Nate Clarke and are located in Mechanicsville outside Richmond in Central Virginia.STAY CONNECTEDInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OasisChurchRVA/Website: https://oasischurch.online

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We hope you're ready for the ultimate exercise in relational transparency, because this week's episode takes a turn that none of us saw coming. Lauren and Trey sit down after a two-week batching break to look at a pattern plaguing many hetero relationships: the feeling of being "duped" after the wedding ceremony when the lingerie, the dates, and the blowjobs seem to stop, or when a partner lets themselves go.Using Dané Logan's book Sovereign Love as a guide, Lauren opens up a conversation about entitlement, gender norms, and the cycles of caretaking and control. But things quickly shift from theoretical analysis to real-time practice. When Trey pushes back on the framework of "big P Patriarchy," an unexpected on-air conflict erupts over communication styles, interruptions, and hurt feelings. Instead of editing it out, Lauren and Trey leave the microphones running to show you the raw, awkward, and deeply human process of navigating a live trigger inside a long-term partnership.Lauren and Trey unpack the common complaint heard from straight men that the woman they married isn't the easygoing, sexually forward woman they dated. They look at both sides of this coin, from the abrupt halt of spontaneous sexual intimacy to the lack of effort in dating and appearance from men post-marriage.Lauren utilizes Emily Nagoski's framework to help men identify what they actually mean when they say they want more sex. Do they want connection, to feel wanted/desired, physical pleasure, or an adventure/escape?Halfway through the episode, the couple hits an original source wound. Trey shares how Lauren's hand gestures and "expert stage posture" made him feel small and cut off, causing him to mentally pull out of the conversation.Lauren clarifies that examining patriarchal marriage history (like dowries or women lacking bank accounts) isn't about blaming individual men. It's an invitation to wag the finger at historical systems rather than pointing it at your partner.If you and your partner are constantly getting caught in cycles of interruption, defensiveness, or sexual frustration, let's look at the patterns together.Request your free 15-minute consult at sexedforyou.com/freeconsult.About ThemLauren and Trey are partners living in Central Virginia, where Lauren owns and operates Sex Ed for You. She provides comprehensive sexuality education and embodied coaching to individuals, partners, and parents.Through a biopsychosocial approach, Sex Ed for You works to restore positive and respectful approaches to sexuality and sexual relationships, while increasing the possibility of pleasurable and safe sexual experiences, free of coercion, discrimination, and violence (World Health Organization).Sexual health is fundamental to the overall health and well-being of individuals, couples, and families, as well as to the social and economic development of communities and countries (World Health Organization). When individuals are blocked from sexual health, they are often stunted in their ability to develop sensual play, embodied connection, and enjoyment.Learn More & ConnectLearn more about Sex Ed for You: ⁠https://www.sexedforyou.com⁠Schedule a FREE CONSULT with Lauren: ⁠https://www.sexedforyou.com/freeconsult⁠Learn more about partnered communication and relational education on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/sex_ed_for_you/⁠Subscribe to the YouTube channel for conversations about sex, partnership, communication, and love: ⁠https://youtube.com/@thepartnershippodcast⁠Important RemindersThis is not a “how to” podcast, but rather a “how they” podcast. Lauren and Trey share personal experiences, perspectives, and reflections, inviting listeners to learn from what resonates, question what doesn't, and decide what feels aligned for their own lives.Lauren is not a therapist. She is a Certified Holistic Sexuality Educator and Embodied Intimacy and Relationship Coach.

The I Love CVille Show headlines: Dr. Chandra Hayes Named Acting ACPS Superintendent Hayes Previously Served As One Of Dr. Haas' Lieutenants Did School Board Make A Mistake With Hayes Appointment? Supervisors Should Commission 3rd Party ACPS Investigation Mark Beliles Interview (Chair, Central VA 250-Year Committee) How Is Our Community Celebrating The 250 Year Anniversary? Intersection Of History, Tourism, Economic Growth In CVille Area? Tiger Fuel Spends $4.6 Million On 1311-13 Carlton Ave Read Viewer & Listener Comments Live On-Air Mark Beliles, Chairman of the Central VA 250-Year Committee, joined me live on The I Love CVille Show! The I Love CVille Show airs live Monday – Friday from 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm on The I Love CVille Network. Watch and listen to The I Love CVille Show on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, iTunes, Apple Podcast, YouTube, Spotify, Fountain, Amazon Music, Audible, Rumble and iLoveCVille.com.

We are back for the second half of our deep-dive review into the straight-sex hockey show that had us laughing, groaning, and hitting pause to jump under the sheets; Amazon Prime's Off-Campus! Lauren and Trey are continuing the conversation by looking past the cringey storyboard edits to examine the surprisingly mature, brave male conversations hidden inside this season.Lauren and Trey use a pivotal plot line from the show to roleplay exactly how to communicate a shift from a casual fling to a deeper romantic craving without violating your partner's boundaries. They tackle the massive cultural myth that finding a partner means your personal growth work is "done" and explore the deep reality of responsive desire, revealing why watching softcore smut together might just be the best erotic life hack for your relationship container.Key Takeaways & Tools ExploredBravery in the "Third Domain": Lauren breaks down a beautiful conversation from Off-Campus where the male characters encourage each other to be vulnerable and state their desires clearly. She explains the therapeutic concept of putting your wants out into the "third domain"; the shared space between two people, without projecting expectations or demands onto the other person's reality.Live Roleplay: Lauren and Trey step into a real-time somatic exercise based on the show's dynamic. They roleplay a scenario where one partner's feelings change during a casual hookup arrangement, demonstrating how to update a partner on internal changes while completely respecting their autonomy and their right to say "no".The Responsive Desire Pleasure Hack: Lauren sheds light on the biological reality of responsive desire, which is incredibly common in female bodies. While some bodies experience spontaneous desire, others require a sexy context to activate. Lauren highly recommends watching shows like Off-Campus or reading smut with your partner as an excellent biological trigger to send attraction-plus-obstacle cues straight to the brain.Are you ready to stop using your partner as a validation machine and step into your sovereign wholeness? Request your free 15-minute consult at sexedforyou.com/freeconsult.About ThemLauren and Trey are partners living in Central Virginia, where Lauren owns and operates Sex Ed for You. She provides comprehensive sexuality education and embodied coaching to individuals, partners, and parents.Through a biopsychosocial approach, Sex Ed for You works to restore positive and respectful approaches to sexuality and sexual relationships, while increasing the possibility of pleasurable and safe sexual experiences, free of coercion, discrimination, and violence (World Health Organization).Sexual health is fundamental to the overall health and well-being of individuals, couples, and families, as well as to the social and economic development of communities and countries (World Health Organization). When individuals are blocked from sexual health, they are often stunted in their ability to develop sensual play, embodied connection, and enjoyment.Learn More & ConnectLearn more about Sex Ed for You: ⁠https://www.sexedforyou.com⁠Schedule a FREE CONSULT with Lauren: ⁠https://www.sexedforyou.com/freeconsult⁠Learn more about partnered communication and relational education on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/sex_ed_for_you/⁠Subscribe to the YouTube channel for conversations about sex, partnership, communication, and love: ⁠https://youtube.com/@thepartnershippodcast⁠Important RemindersThis is not a “how to” podcast, but rather a “how they” podcast. Lauren and Trey share personal experiences, perspectives, and reflections, inviting listeners to learn from what resonates, question what doesn't, and decide what feels aligned for their own lives.Lauren is not a therapist. She is a Certified Holistic Sexuality Educator and Embodied Intimacy and Relationship Coach.

X: @RepFine @americasrt1776 @ileaderssummit @NatashaSrdoc @JoelAnandUSA @supertalk @JTitMVirginia Join America's Roundtable radio co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy with U.S. Congressman Randy Fine, member of the House Foreign Relations Committee and the Education and Workforce Committee. He is one of the most effective communicators in Congress in advancing our shared values and principles. A third-generation Floridian, Randy built a career as a successful entrepreneur, founding and running businesses in retail, technology, and hospitality. He has been an active Boy Scout volunteer, serving as both Cubmaster and Assistant Scoutmaster. The son of two public school teachers, Randy graduated magna cum laude from Harvard College with a degree in government and later earned his MBA from Harvard Business School, where he graduated with high distinction as one of the youngest Baker Scholars in decades. Congressman Fine also serves as a member of the Freedom Caucus, Republican Study Committee and the Judea and Samaria Caucus. The conversation will explore practical and principled approaches to reducing the cost of housing and healthcare, as well as the critical importance of election integrity, with a strong majority of Americans supporting voter identification requirements, according to Pew Research. Recent studies cited by the White House suggest a correlation between the deportation of individuals residing in the United States illegally and declining housing costs in several major metropolitan areas. The Trump administration noted that "14 of the top 20 U.S. metro areas with the largest undocumented migrant populations experienced year-over-year declines in home listing prices." The discussion also highlights historical immigration enforcement trends. According to published reports, the administration of President Barack Obama formally removed approximately 3 million noncitizens from the United States during his time in office. The program will also examine growing concerns over Iran's pursuit of nuclear weapons and discuss strategies to prevent the world's leading state sponsor of terrorism from threatening global security and holding the free world hostage. americasrt.com https://ileaderssummit.org/ | https://jerusalemleaderssummit.com/ America's Roundtable on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/americas-roundtable/id1518878472 X: @RepFine @ileaderssummit @americasrt1776 @NatashaSrdoc @JoelAnandUSA @supertalk @JTitMVirginia America's Roundtable is co-hosted by Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy, co-founders of International Leaders Summit and the Jerusalem Leaders Summit. America's Roundtable radio program focuses on America's economy, healthcare reform, rule of law, security and trade, and its strategic partnership with rule of law nations around the world. The radio program features high-ranking US administration officials, cabinet members, members of Congress, state government officials, distinguished diplomats, business and media leaders and influential thinkers from around the world. Tune into America's Roundtable Radio program from Washington, DC via live streaming on Saturday mornings via 68 radio stations at 7:30 A.M. (ET) on Lanser Broadcasting Corporation covering the Michigan and the Midwest market, and at 7:30 A.M. (CT) on SuperTalk Mississippi — SuperTalk.FM reaching listeners in every county within the State of Mississippi, and neighboring states in the South including Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana and Tennessee. Tune into WTON in Central Virginia on Sunday mornings at 9:30 A.M. (ET). Listen to America's Roundtable on digital platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, Google and other key online platforms. Listen live, Saturdays at 7:30 A.M. (CT) on SuperTalk | https://www.supertalk.fm

"How should a Christian think about and interact with artificial intelligence?"Ephesians 5:15-17Summer Heat SeriesPastor Nate ClarkeJune 7, 2026Virginia's proposed Constitutional amendments on Abortion & Marriage - How to VOTE BIBLICALLY: https://youtu.be/Y8z8xTFsOn8How should Christians respond to wickedness in the world? https://youtu.be/2OJUIM9YRwASERMON NOTES:- Ephesians 5:15-17- How should a Christian think about and interact with artificial intelligence?- Don't overreact and over spiritualize - 1 Peter 1:13- AI is a tool- AI will create a greater need for understanding and discernment- Ephesians 5:15-17- Philippians 1:9-10- HEADLINE: A.I. Chatbot Preaches at Church in Germany: 'Looks Like the Unveiling of the Antichrist/Beast System'- HEADLINE: World Economic Forum Contributor Says A.I. Could Rewrite the Bible, Create 'Correct' Religions- HEADLINE: PETA Goes Biblical With ChatGPT Vegan Rewrite of the Book of Genesis- Let AI assist the work of your hand, not replace the cry of your heart.- Jeremiah 29:13- Solomon Ray- Jeremiah 29:4-9- “Don't opt out of the world around you, engage it!” - Attack it, control it, ignore it- Attack it, control it, ignore it, redeem itOasis Church exists to Worship God, Equip the believers, and Reach the lost.We are led by Pastor Nate Clarke and are located in Mechanicsville outside Richmond in Central Virginia.STAY CONNECTEDInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OasisChurchRVA/Website: https://oasischurch.online

Spoiler warning, because this week Trey and Lauren are diving headfirst into the world of televised hockey smut. The duo takes a deep dive into the Amazon Prime series Off-Campus. The series showcased something rarely seen in mainstream media: emotionally mature male characters who prioritize safety and consent over physical technique.Lauren and Trey use the show's plotlines as a springboard for raw, transparent conversations about their own relationship. They unpack the beauty of mutual masturbation as a tool for connection, how to share erotic fantasies without obligation, and the biological and psychological reasons why our brains instinctively default to worst-case scenario thinking when our safety feels threatened.Key Takeaways & Tools Explored• Lauren and Trey discuss the massive cultural phenomenon of hockey smut and compare Off-Campus to their previous favorite, Heated Rivalry. • Lauren celebrates a powerful scene where the main character, Wellsy, opens up about her past sexual trauma and her tendency to get stuck in her head during intimacy. By engaging in mutual masturbation with her partner, Garrett, she is able to luxuriate in being witnessed and achieve pleasure without the performance pressure of giving or receiving touch.• Trey highlights a groundbreaking conversation between the male characters where they explicitly state that helping a partner experience pleasure isn't about physical strategy or technique, it's entirely about presence and being trustworthy so they feel safe.• Lauren puts on her "nerd cap" to explain why the human brain naturally defaults to the worst-case scenario during a conflict. She explains that this is a primitive safety-seeking survival strategy. When our "window of tolerance" shrinks, our options feel limited; but through intentional healing work, we can expand that window to see more life-giving possibilities and learn that emotions are merely options, not directions.Let us know what you thought Off Campus and if you are excited for another season?If you want to expand your own window of tolerance, learn how to communicate your authentic desires, and build an unshakeable team dynamic with your partner, let's connect.Request your free 15-minute consult at sexedforyou.com/freeconsult.About ThemLauren and Trey are partners living in Central Virginia, where Lauren owns and operates Sex Ed for You. She provides comprehensive sexuality education and embodied coaching to individuals, partners, and parents.Through a biopsychosocial approach, Sex Ed for You works to restore positive and respectful approaches to sexuality and sexual relationships, while increasing the possibility of pleasurable and safe sexual experiences, free of coercion, discrimination, and violence (World Health Organization).Sexual health is fundamental to the overall health and well-being of individuals, couples, and families, as well as to the social and economic development of communities and countries (World Health Organization). When individuals are blocked from sexual health, they are often stunted in their ability to develop sensual play, embodied connection, and enjoyment.Learn More & ConnectLearn more about Sex Ed for You: ⁠https://www.sexedforyou.com⁠Schedule a FREE CONSULT with Lauren: ⁠https://www.sexedforyou.com/freeconsult⁠Learn more about partnered communication and relational education on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/sex_ed_for_you/⁠Subscribe to the YouTube channel for conversations about sex, partnership, communication, and love: ⁠https://youtube.com/@thepartnershippodcast⁠Important RemindersThis is not a “how to” podcast, but rather a “how they” podcast. Lauren and Trey share personal experiences, perspectives, and reflections, inviting listeners to learn from what resonates, question what doesn't, and decide what feels aligned for their own lives.Lauren is not a therapist. She is a Certified Holistic Sexuality Educator and Embodied Intimacy and Relationship Coach.

X: @MarshaBlackburn @americasrt1776 @ileaderssummit @NatashaSrdoc @JoelAnandUSA @supertalk @JTitMVirginia Join America's Roundtable radio co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy with U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-TN). She serves on the Deputy Whip Team, the Finance Committee; the Commerce, Science & Transportation Committee; the Veterans' Affairs Committee; and the Judiciary Committee. The conversation will focus on addressing key issues impacting America and the world, and the urgency to advance principled policies: Election integrity in America. The Fraud Accountability Act introduced to strengthen accountability and enforcement against foreign actors who enter the United States to engage in fraudulent schemes that target taxpayer-funded programs. According to Fox News: "Vice President JD Vance recently highlighted an estimated $160 billion in stolen taxpayer funds that the administration's anti-fraud task force has targeted and begun recovering." The Memphis Safe Task Force, an initiative aimed at addressing the city of Memphis' crime crisis, with results including overall crime dropping by 43 percent compared to last year's data. An update on President Trump's efforts to hold Iran accountable and ensure that Tehran, the world's leading state sponsor of terrorism, never acquires a nuclear weapon. americasrt.com https://ileaderssummit.org/ | https://jerusalemleaderssummit.com/ America's Roundtable on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/americas-roundtable/id1518878472 X: @MarshaBlackburn @ileaderssummit @americasrt1776 @NatashaSrdoc @JoelAnandUSA @supertalk @JTitMVirginia America's Roundtable is co-hosted by Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy, co-founders of International Leaders Summit and the Jerusalem Leaders Summit. America's Roundtable radio program focuses on America's economy, healthcare reform, rule of law, security and trade, and its strategic partnership with rule of law nations around the world. The radio program features high-ranking US administration officials, cabinet members, members of Congress, state government officials, distinguished diplomats, business and media leaders and influential thinkers from around the world. Tune into America's Roundtable Radio program from Washington, DC via live streaming on Saturday mornings via 68 radio stations at 7:30 A.M. (ET) on Lanser Broadcasting Corporation covering the Michigan and the Midwest market, and at 7:30 A.M. (CT) on SuperTalk Mississippi — SuperTalk.FM reaching listeners in every county within the State of Mississippi, and neighboring states in the South including Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana and Tennessee. Tune into WTON in Central Virginia on Sunday mornings at 9:30 A.M. (ET). Listen to America's Roundtable on digital platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, Google and other key online platforms. Listen live, Saturdays at 7:30 A.M. (CT) on SuperTalk | https://www.supertalk.fm

"What does the Bible say about borders and immigration?"Leviticus 19:33-34Summer Heat SeriesPastor Nate ClarkeMay 31, 2026Virginia's proposed Constitutional amendments on Abortion & Marriage - How to VOTE BIBLICALLY: https://youtu.be/Y8z8xTFsOn8How should Christians respond to wickedness in the world? https://youtu.be/2OJUIM9YRwASERMON NOTES:- Leviticus 19:33-34- What does the Bible say about borders and immigration?- Tribalism: organized around ethnicity. Protect your own. Fear the outsider. - Nationalism: organized around borders, shared values and morals, and laws.- “E Pluribus Unum” = “out of many, one”- “We are a nation of immigrants. But we are also a nation of laws.” Presidents Obama and Clinton- The role of the Christian, the role of the government, and the role of the immigrant- Leviticus 19:33-34- The role of the Christian: do not mistreat the foreigner, but love them- The role of the government: to protect the people and borders of its nation and administer justice without partiality. - What does the Bible have to say about national borders?- Acts 17:26- Numbers 34:1-2- A rule that is not enforced isn't a rule. Borders that aren't enforced aren't borders. A nation without borders isn't a nation. Therefore, a nation that doesn't enforce its borders will cease to be a nation. - Why should a nation respect and protect its borders?- National security- Nehemiah 13:1-3- To preserve its prosperity- Leviticus 19:15- Proverbs 6:30-31- Romans 13:1-2- Romans 13:3-5- The role of the immigrant is to join in with and obey the laws of the nation.- Ancient Israel: outsiders could join but they had to follow proper procedures to do so and could not change the culture or reshape the covenant in Israel.- Exodus 12:49 (one common law)- Exodus 20:10 (nations customs and rhythms)- Leviticus 18:26 (standards of morality, right and wrong)- Exodus 12:48 (uncomfortable, sacrificial ways)- Deuteronomy 31:12 (learn the Hebrew language)- Nehemiah 13:15-21 (morals and values)- The Story of Ruth    - Foreigner from Israel (Moabite)- Deuteronomy 23:3    - Resident foreigner. Leaves her land and joins culture and laws of Israel- Ruth 1:16-17     - Welcomed and living, but within laws- Leviticus 19:9-10    - Makes it official, married to Boaz (Ruth 4:1-12)    - Joined Israel, part of the genealogy of Jesus, the great-grandmother of King David- Ephesians 2:12-13, 19- Philippians 3:20Oasis Church exists to Worship God, Equip the believers, and Reach the lost.We are led by Pastor Nate Clarke and are located in Mechanicsville outside Richmond in Central Virginia.STAY CONNECTEDInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OasisChurchRVA/Website: https://oasischurch.online

"Fulfilling The Great Commission"Matthew 28:18–20 ESVThe Church Series - Part 5 - Every Believer is Called MissionallyPastor Casey SteenMay 24, 2026Virginia's proposed Constitutional amendments on Abortion & Marriage - How to VOTE BIBLICALLY: https://youtu.be/Y8z8xTFsOn8How should Christians respond to wickedness in the world? https://youtu.be/2OJUIM9YRwASERMON NOTES:- Fulfilling The Great Commission- Matthew 28:18–20 ESV- The church does not merely have a mission. The mission has a church.- 1 — THE GREAT COMMISSION BEGINS WITH THE AUTHORITY OF CHRIST- 2 — THE GREAT COMMISSION IS FOR EVERY BELIEVER- 3 — THE GREAT COMMISSION DEMANDS SACRIFICE- 4 — JESUS PROMISED HIS PRESENCE- 5 — THE GREAT COMMISSION IS ABOUT DISCIPLES, NOT DECISIONS- 6 — HELL IS REAL AND THE GOSPEL IS URGENT- 7 — THE GREAT COMMISSION STARTS WHERE YOU ARE- God placed you where you are on purpose!- Some are called locally. Some globally. But every believer is called missionally.Oasis Church exists to Worship God, Equip the believers, and Reach the lost.We are led by Pastor Nate Clarke and are located in Mechanicsville outside Richmond in Central Virginia.STAY CONNECTEDInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OasisChurchRVA/Website: https://oasischurch.online