Podcasts about challenging

Tamara Rosier, Ph.D., explores how ADHD affects family systems and pushes us into familiar roles—like the Overfunctioner and the Underfunctioner, Peacemaker and Intensifier—and shares practical tools to shift these patterns and end the power struggles. Resources: ADHD and Family Dynamics Free Download: Get a Grip on Tough Emotions Read: Make It a Family Affair Read: "I Married Him to Be His Partner, Not His Boss." Read: Recognizing the Stressors That Paralyze ADHD Brains Read: "I Have ADHD, Mom… and So Do You!" Access the video and slides for podcast episode #596 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/family-roles-dynamics-with-adhd/ This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/additude and get on your way to being your best self. Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

In this episode of the Mindful Mama Podcast, I talk with Mary Van Geffen, parenting coach and mom, about what it means to parent a “Spicy One” — children who are strong-willed, deeply feeling, and emotionally intense. Mary shares practical strategies for staying calm, kind, and firm, setting limits without breaking a child's spirit, and protecting parents and siblings from burnout. She also explores how parenting a Spicy One transforms the parent, why traditional approaches often backfire, and ways to focus on delighting in your child while cultivating connection and self-regulation. In this episode, you'll learn: How to recognize if your child is a Spicy One Why traditional parenting techniques often backfire Practical tools for managing meltdowns and aggression How to discipline without turning into the “mean mom” Ways to protect siblings and prevent parental burnout The importance of self-regulation and delighting in your child ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is the host Mindful Parenting Podcast (Top 0.5% podcast ), global speaker, number 1 bestselling author of “Raising Good Humans” and “Raising Good Humans Every Day,” Mindfulness Meditation teacher and creator of the Mindful Parenting Course and Teacher Training. Find more podcasts, Hunter's books, blog posts, free resources, and more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MindfulMamaMentor.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Discover your Unique-To-You Podcast Playlist at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠mindfulmamamentor.com/quiz/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/mindfulmamamentor.com/mindful-mama-podcast-sponsors/⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Part 2 of the True Geordie Podcast, the conversation with Ali Dawah intensifies as the debate around Islam, feminism, and polygamy goes even deeper. Challenging questions are met with direct answers as the discussion confronts extremism, accountability, and the real-world impact of ideology. With detailed analysis and respectful but unfiltered dialogue, the True Geordie Podcast pushes beyond surface-level talking points to explore belief, identity, and modern cultural tensions. This episode continues the search for clarity on controversial issues, blending compassion with hard-hitting questions in a conversation that refuses to stay comfortable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Middle East faces a major geopolitical shift following a joint U.S. and Israeli operation in Iran that resulted in the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and several top commanders. President Trump ordered the strike with the goal of "giving the country back to the Iranian people," sparking debate in Washington over executive authority and the War Powers Act. Texas Republican Congressman Pat Fallon, a member of the Armed Services and Intelligence Committees, joins the Rundown to discuss the strategic implications of the attack, and the risk of retaliation at home. With 30 million Americans living with a rare disease, is the traditional "blockbuster" drug model failing the approximately one in 11 people who need specialized care? Judy Stecker, founder of Wheeler's Warriors and former HHS official, joins us to discuss a historic shift at the FDA. From the groundbreaking use of genome editing to treat metabolic diseases to the emotional journey of her son Wheeler, Stecker explains how she believes the science of "genetic patches" has finally outpaced our regulatory system. Plus, commentary by Senior Fellow at the Lexington Institute, Dr. Rebecca Grant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Raeleen finishes three books, Ariel has an update about her TBR Challenge, and both of us haul new (sort of) books!Support The Podcast:Join our patreon and become a Dust Jacket! patreon.com/booksunboundFollow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/books_unbound/Our website: booksunboundpodcast.comNeed Info or Some Books?Buy books with our affiliate link: https://bookshop.org/shop/BooksUnboundAll the books we mentioned in this episode: https://www.booksunboundpodcast.com/booksUse our affiliate link to get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1! https://tidd.ly/3dyW1XwOur Patrons:A special thanks to our Gold Foil Team on Patreon: Adriane, Alex, Alli, Bellanora, Brittany, Bronte, Candis, Cassie, Christina, Claire, Debra, Diana, Gene, Gerald, Inbar, Jessica, Jill, Judith, Karina, Léane, Livi, Michelene, Nicole, Róisin, Sherralle, Tiffany!

Cyndi Ramirez-Fulton is the Founder and CEO of Chillhouse, a cult wellness destination that evolved into a category-defining, design-led nail care brand.But the version of Cyndi you see today is not how this story begins. It begins with dropping out of college twice, working nightlife to stay financially stable, starting over in her mid-twenties with unpaid internships, and quietly questioning whether she was actually “good” at anything.When she opened Chillhouse, it wasn't instant success. It was long hours, tight margins, staffing challenges, seasonality, expansion risks, and the constant pressure of making payroll. She had to learn how to raise money, survive volatility, and pivot when the original business model was not scalable. The breakthrough came when she listened to her customers and launched salon-quality press-on nails, a move that completely transformed the trajectory of the company.In this episode, Cyndi shares what it really takes to rebuild confidence when you feel behind. We talk about the unglamorous realities of running a service-based business, why shiny opportunities can become expensive distractions, how motherhood reshaped the way she leads, and what shifted when Chillhouse entered a new chapter through its acquisition by KISS Beauty Group.If you have ever questioned your path or wondered whether you are capable of building something bigger than you imagined, this conversation is for you.In this episode, we'll talk to Cyndi about:* Why becoming obsessed is what makes you “good” at something. [01:50]* Growing up around small business hustle — but craving financial stability. [03:41]* Rejecting the traditional 9–5 and carving her own path. [08:14]* Starting over at 25 and taking an unpaid internship to rebuild. [10:57]* Blogging before influencing was mainstream and monetizing early. [15:07]* The desire to build something physical and the birth of Chillhouse. [17:43]* Why the original business model had to evolve. [22:37]* Raising money for the flagship store. [27:49]* Challenging moments Cyndi experienced in the business. [28:31]* The hard lesson of expansion and chasing shiny opportunities. [32:33]* Letting customer behavior guide the pivot to nail care. [34:45]* Testing products before discovering the breakout opportunity. [36:57]* Launching press-ons and creating instant brand recognition. [40:14]* From viral growth to legacy credibility: why today's virality starts with product performance. [44:27]* Motherhood, infrastructure, and building real support systems. [47:14]* Why exiting her business wasn't the goal, but the right partnership changed everything. [54:07]* Moving from survival mode to structured, strategic growth. [56:46]This episode is brought to you by beeya: * Learn more about beeya's seed cycling bundle at https://beeyawellness.com/free to find out how to tackle hormonal imbalances. * Get $10 off your order by using promo code BEHINDHEREMPIRE10Follow Yasmin: * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yasminknouri/* Stay updated & subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.behindherempire.com/Follow Cyndi: * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cyndiramirez/* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chillhouse/* Website: https://chillhouse.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We sat down with Adam Meakins to talk about critical thinking in the rehab and strength world.McGill. Squat U. FMS. Back pain fear. Neurotic athletes. Fascia training. “Magic coaching eye.” This is a conversation about nuance.How to question dogma without becoming a troll. How to think critically without becoming arrogant. Why most pain problems are dosage problems. Why graded exposure beats avoidance. Why strength training is safer than sitting on the couch. If you're a young coach trying to find your voice without becoming a carbon copy of your mentors, this one's for you.Timestamps:0:00 Intro2:05 Poking holes in dogma without being a troll10:56 Willful ignorance, sunk cost fallacy, and Squat U18:07 Planting seeds vs shock-and-awe on social media26:00 Scapular dyskinesis and the myth of perfect symmetry34:15 FMS, asymmetry, and creating neurotic athletes45:49 “You'll get hurt if you don't”50:00 Back pain, surgery culture, and financial incentives56:05 Graded exposure vs avoiding movements1:07:27 Fascia training, slings, and overcomplicating everything

Unity Without Compromise with Dr. Steven LaTulippe – Fibromyalgia is reframed as a central pain syndrome rooted in unresolved emotional trauma rather than incurable disease. Challenging mainstream medical models, this piece explains how maladaptive brain changes drive chronic pain and outlines a practical three-step recovery plan focused on medication reform, symptom control, and retraining the brain...

Unity Without Compromise with Dr. Steven LaTulippe – Fibromyalgia is reframed as a central pain syndrome rooted in unresolved emotional trauma rather than incurable disease. Challenging mainstream medical models, this piece explains how maladaptive brain changes drive chronic pain and outlines a practical three-step recovery plan focused on medication reform, symptom control, and retraining the brain...

In this episode, Dr. K discusses a growing concern in the mental health field: the potential for intensive AI use to trigger severe crises like psychosis, suicidality, and homicidality. He examines a chilling case study that suggests AI might act more like a drug than a simple tool, and he challenges the tech industry's claims regarding user safety. What to expect in this episode: The AI-Psychosis Connection: An analysis of a case study where a 26-year-old with no history of psychosis became hospitalized twice due to extensive chatbot use. AI as a "Digital Drug": Why AI-induced mental health symptoms often resolve immediately after stopping use, mirroring the effects of substances like synthetic marijuana. Challenging the "Vulnerability" Argument: A critical look at why tech leaders claim only "at-risk" people are affected—despite not actually measuring user risk factors or medical history. The Lack of Safety Regulation: Why AI companies aren't regulated by the FDA and the dangers of launching products without formal clinical trials for mental health impacts. The 20-Year Warning: Advice on why users need to be cautious about their digital habits today, as definitive scientific answers may take decades to arrive. HG Coaching : https://bit.ly/46bIkdo Dr. K's Guide to Mental Health: https://bit.ly/44z3SztHG Memberships : https://bit.ly/3TNoMVf Products & Services : https://bit.ly/44kz7x0 HealthyGamer.GG: https://bit.ly/3ZOopgQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We can use our imaginations to see the world around us in different ways. Otherwise known as creativity, new ideas help us solve problems by turning them into opportunities. Today's affirmations remind us of how exciting that can be!

Are we overlooking the ways modern schools disadvantage boys? What if challenging behavior is less about bad parenting and more about finding new ways to address unique needs? How can […] The post Working with Challenging Boys with Dr. Tim Davis | POP 1348 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

Kara Powell invites Skye Jethani from the Holy Post Podcast to share how he approaches challenging conversations. Listen in as Kara and Skye discuss how to approach difficult topics and why it is worth finding ways to bring those discussions into our local, embodied expressions of the church and youth ministry.  About this Season: The Future-Focused Leadership season is hosted by Dr. Kara Powell, author and executive director of FYI. Kara invites pastors and leading voices to share leadership principles, lessons, and skills that will keep us future-focused and rooted in Christ.  BOOK: What if Jesus was serious about Justice? by Skye Jethani Sign up for our email list: https://fulleryouthinstitute.org/subscribe Related FYI resources: BOOK: Future-Focused Church: Leading Through Change, Engaging the Next Generation, & Building a More Diverse Tomorrow.  BLOG: "What you need to know about Gen Alpha in 2026"

SEO isn't dead. It's evolving and the businesses that treat it like a shortcut are the ones getting left behind.In this episode of Uncomplicate It, I sit down with Amber Goetz, founder of Active Media launched in 2005, creator of SEO Sidekick, and yes… former professional stunt driver, to talk about what high performance actually looks like in marketing.Amber has helped build 500 plus websites, scale brands from 0 to 100K monthly visitors, and drive over 10 million in organic revenue. Her approach is refreshingly no fluff. Trust your gut. Follow the data. Stop chasing whatever the internet is yelling about this week.We cover:- How Amber went from Hollywood stunt driving to building an SEO powerhouse - Why “do this now or you'll miss out” is the biggest marketing fluff today - The anti fluff formula and why it starts with clear buyer personas - Why most websites repel customers including bad UX, slow speed, and unclear offers - The fastest conversion win by checking your site on mobile and fixing what is above the fold - What actually improves load time from hosting to servers to bloated code - Why AI overviews do not replace SEO and how EEAT plays a role - The trap to avoid in 2025 and 2026 with overnight SEO appsKey Takeaways:- Real marketing is strategic, not reactive - Data is how you stop wasting time and budget - SEO is a long game but the right system compounds - Your website is never done, it is a working documentConnect with Amber- Active Media - www.theactivemedia.com/- Linkedin - www.linkedin.com/in/ambergoetz9/Follow Us:

In today's episode of the America's Work Force Union Podcast, we explore two critical fronts of the labor movement: proactive workforce development in the trades and the legal defense of bargaining unit integrity. Segment 1: Masonry's Next Generation in Central NY Daren Gulliver, Training Director for BAC Local 2, discusses a successful partnership with New York's Boards of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES). Gulliver outlines how Local 2 is reaching students as early as age 17 to provide hands-on masonry fundamentals and clear pathways into registered apprenticeship programs. Key Insight: Why "bridge programs" and earlier recruitment are essential to combatting the skilled labor shortage while providing debt-free career stability. Segment 2: Protecting the Bargaining Unit from Technical Exclusions Kate Black, Field Director for AFSCME Council 65, breaks down a significant National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) unit clarification ruling involving Head Start teachers in Minnesota. Black explains how the employer used a "statutory supervisor" argument to narrow the bargaining unit and why this case serves as a warning for unions nationwide. Key Insight: How a single supervisory factor—effectively recommending discipline—can be used to strip workers of their union protections and what AFSCME is doing to prepare for future classification challenges.

In this episode of The Behavioral View, Nissa Van Etten, Olivia Teal, Elizabeth Barajas, and Yagnesh Vadgama discuss the evolution of outcomes-based care within applied behavior analysis (ABA). Drawing from extensive experience in both clinical practice and payer systems, Vadgama outlines the differences between traditional fee-for-service models and outcomes-based care frameworks. The panel explores how standardized assessments, aggregate data analysis, and empirically supported dosing recommendations can create greater alignment between providers and payers while maintaining individualized clinical decision-making. The discussion addresses administrative burden, prior authorization processes, value-based payment arrangements, caregiver involvement, social determinants of health, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Emphasis is placed on transparency, data-driven decision making, and protecting the integrity of behavior analytic practice while demonstrating measurable outcomes at both the individual and population levels. This course provides practical insight into how outcomes-based care models may shape the future of ABA service delivery. To earn CEUs for listening, click here, log in or sign up, pay the CEU fee, + take the attendance verification quiz to generate your certificate! Don't forget to subscribe and follow and leave us a rating and review. Show Notes:   References  Frazier, T. W., Youngstrom, E. A., Speer, L., Embacher, R., Law, P., Constantino, J., Findling, R. L., Hardan, A. Y., & Eng, C. (2014). Validation of proposed DSM-5 criteria for autism spectrum disorder. Journal of the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, 53(1), 28–40. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jaac.2013.10.012  Frazier, T. W., Klingemier, E. W., Beukemann, M., Speer, L., Markowitz, L., Parikh, S., & Strauss, M. S. (2021). Development and validation of the Autism Impact Measure (AIM). Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 51, 3407–3421. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-020-04795-1  Smith, P. C., Sagan, A., Siciliani, L., & Figueras, J. (2023). Building on value-based health care: Towards a health system perspective. Health Policy, 138, 104918. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.healthpol.2023.104918    AI.Measures Scientific Support   Ferguson, E. F., Frazier, T. W., Hardan, A. Y., & Uljarević, M. (2025). Challenging behavior domains in individuals with neurodevelopmental genetic syndromes: The role of psychological features. American Journal of Medical Genetics Part B: Neuropsychiatric Genetics, 0(1), 1-12      Frazier, T. W., Huba, K., Frazier, A. R., Womack, R. A., Youngstrom, E. A., Chetcuti, L., Hardan, A. Y., & Uljarevic, M. (2025). Maximizing accurate detection of divergence from normative expectation in behavioral intervention outcome assessment. Research in Autism, 126, 202646.      Frazier, T. W., Youngstrom, E. A., Frazier, A. R., & Uljarevic, M. (2025). A critical appraisal of the measurement of adaptive social communication behaviors in the behavioral intervention context. Behavioral Sciences, 15(6), 722      Frazier, T.W., Helton, M., Akouri, C., Chetcuti, L., Uljarevic, M. (2025) Identifying Reliable Change In Outcome Assessments for Behavioral Intervention. Behavioral Interventions.      Frazier, T. W., Dimitropoulos, A., Abbeduto, L., Armstrong-Brine, M., Kralovic, S., Shih, A., Hardan, A. Y., Youngstrom, E. A., Uljarevic, M., Verbal Beginnings, T. (2024). Psychometric evaluation of the Autism Symptom Dimensions Questionnaire. Developmental Medicine and Child Neurology.      Frazier, T. W., Busch, R. M., Klaas, P., Lachlan, K., Jeste, S., Kolevzon, A., Loth, E., Harris, J., Speer, L., Pepper, T., Anthony, K., Graglia, J. M., Delagrammatikas, C., Bedrosian-Sermone, S., Beekhuyzen, J., Smith-Hicks, C., Sahin, M., Eng, C., Hardan, A. Y., & Uljarevic, M. (2023). Development of informant-report neurobehavioral survey scales for PTEN hamartoma tumor syndrome and related neurodevelopmental genetic syndromes. Am J Med Genet A, 191(7), 1741-1757. https://doi.org/10.1002/ajmg.a.63195      Frazier, T. W., Crowley, E., Shih, A., Vasudevan, V., Karpur, A., Uljarevic, M., & Cai, R. Y. (2022). Associations between executive functioning, challenging behavior, and quality of life in children and adolescents with and without neurodevelopmental conditions. Frontiers in Psychology. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2022.1022700      Frazier, T. W., Dimitropoulos, A., Abbeduto, L., Armstrong-Brine, M., Kralovic, S., Shih, A., Hardan, A. Y., Youngstrom, E. A., Uljarevic, M., & Quadrant Biosciences - As You Are Team. (2023). The Autism Symptom Dimensions Questionnaire: Development and psychometric evaluation of a new, open-source measure of autism symptomatology. Developmental Medicine and Child Neurology. https://doi.org/10.1111/dmcn.15497      Frazier, T. W., Dimitropoulos, A., Abbeduto, L., Armstrong-Brine, M., Kralovic, S., Shih, A., Hardan, A. Y., Youngstrom, E. A., Uljarevic, M., Womack, R., Wolf, D., Chappell, N., & Verbal Beginnings Team. (2024). Psychometric Evaluation of the Autism Symptom Dimensions Questionnaire (ASDQ). Developmental Medicine and Child Neurology.      Frazier, T. W., Hyland, A. C., Markowitz, L. A., Speer, L. L., & Diekroger, E. A. (2020). Psychometric evaluation of the revised child and family quality of life questionnaire (CFQL-2). Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 70. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2019.101474      Frazier, T. W., Khaliq, I., Scullin, K., Uljarevic, M., Shih, A., & Karpur, A. (2022). Development and psychometric evaluation of the open-source challenging behavior scale. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disabilities. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-022-05750-5      Frazier, T. W., Krishna, J., Klingemier, E., Beukemann, M., Nawabit, R., & Ibrahim, S. (2017). A Randomized, Crossover Trial of a Novel Sound-to-Sleep Mattress Technology in Children with Autism and Sleep Difficulties. J Clin Sleep Med, 13(1), 95-104. https://doi.org/10.5664/jcsm.6398      Frazier, T. W., Busch, R. M., Klass, P., Crowley, E., Lachlan, K., Jeste, S., Kolevzon, A., Loth, E., Harris, J., Pepper, T., Anthony, K., Graglia, J. M., Helde, K., Delagrammatikas, C., Bedrosian-Sermone, S., Smith-Hicks, C., Sahin, M., Eng, C., Hardan, A. Y., . . . Uljarevic, M. (2024). Quantifying Neurobehavioral Profiles across Neurodevelopmental Genetic Syndromes and Idiopathic Neurodevelopmental Disorders. Developmental Medicine and Child Neurology. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1111/dmcn.16112      Uljarevic, M., Cai, R. Y., Hardan, A. Y., & Frazier, T. W. (2022). Development and validation of the Executive Functioning Scale. Front Psychiatry, 13, 1078211. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyt.2022.1078211      Uljarevic, M., Spackman, E. K., Cai, R. Y., Paszek, K. J., Hardan, A. Y., & Frazier, T. W. (2022). Daily living skills scale: Development and preliminary validation.   Frazier, T. W., Helton, M., Akouri, C., Chetcuti, L., & Uljarevic, M. (2025). Identifying reliable change in outcome assessments for behavioral interventions. Behavioral Interventions, 40, e70007. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1002/bin.70007    Resources  CentralReach. (n.d.). AI Measures (AIM). https://centralreach.com 

Ash Patel & Amanda Cruise have a conversation with Chad Freeman about how most mobile home park investors struggle with overpaying and navigating a fragmented market where prices skyrocket once deals hit broker listings. Chad Freeman reveals the counterintuitive strategies that keep him hunting for off-market gems, focusing on fundamentals like location, the interest rate-cap rate spread, and distressed properties others overlook. If you're tired of chasing thin deals in a crowded space, this episode unlocks how to outlast, outsmart, and secure true value in an asset class often dismissed as too tough. Discover how Chad's unique approach to off-market sourcing, relationship-building with brokers, and understanding the real risks like wastewater systems and park culture gives him an edge in the Sunbelt and Midwest markets. We break down critical tactics such as analyzing lot rent, avoiding inflated broker prices, and the importance of management turnaround to boost values. You'll also learn why barriers to entry are actually opportunities and how resilience and volume are keys to outperforming institutional investors flooding the space. Chad Freeman Current role: Real Estate Investor at MHPinvestors, LLC Based in: Dallas, Texas Where to find them: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chad-freeman-90967411a/ MHPinvestors.com Book your free demo today at bill.com/bestever and get a $100 Amazon gift card. Visit ⁠www.tribevestisc.com⁠ for more info. Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to quo.com/BESTEVER  Join the Best Ever Community  The Best Ever Community is live and growing - and we want serious commercial real estate investors like you inside. It's free to join, but you must apply and meet the criteria.  Connect with top operators, LPs, GPs, and more, get real insights, and be part of a curated network built to help you grow. Apply now at⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.bestevercommunity.com⁠⁠ Podcast production done by⁠ ⁠Outlier Audio⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe Rose reacts to yesterday's Channing Crowder call, where Crowder challenged Omar Kelly to a boxing match after Omar joked about getting back into the ring. The replayed segment dives into the idea of making it a charity event, what training would look like, and how the event would be put on. Joe can't stop laughing as he listens to the clip

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LaTosha Brown has been described by many as a "force of nature," and from the first seconds of this Blue Sky episode, you will understand why.  Raised in Selma, Alabama she grew up surrounded by family members who were at the center of the civil rights movement in the United States.  Being close to grandparents who spent much of their adult lives unable to vote led her to appreciate this franchise and their example continues to inspire her "get out the vote" work today. LaTosha describes being raised by strong women and not experiencing overt sexism until she ran for office in Alabama, but instead of letting this get her down, she channeled these experiences into the creation of the Southern Black Girls & Women's Consortium. LaTosha Brown also happens to be a talented singer and performer, and she shares this gift with us here as well.    Chapters: 00:00 Introducing LaTosha Brown  This chapter introduces LaTosha Brown, co-founder of Black Voters Matter and Southern Black Girls and Women's Consortium, highlighting her extensive background as a thought leader and activist. Host Bill Burke also shares his initial encounter with her and praises her infectious sense of hope and optimism.  02:24 Selma's Civil Rights Legacy  LaTosha discusses her upbringing in Selma, Alabama, and the profound impact of the Edmund Pettus Bridge, even before she understood its historical significance. She shares deeply personal stories of her mother's experience integrating high school and her aunt's participation in Bloody Sunday, emphasizing the lasting effects of these civil rights efforts on her family and her own development.  11:17 Grandparents, Voting & Justice  LaTosha recounts her grandparents' deep reverence for voting, stemming from their long struggle to gain the right to vote in Alabama. She also reflects on her lifelong fascination with power and justice, recalling childhood instances where she instinctively stood up against bullying, illustrating her innate desire to challenge the abuse of power.  21:05 Politics and Challenging Sexism  LaTosha discusses her decision not to pursue a political career despite running for office multiple times, explaining that her focus shifted to making a greater impact through organizing and infrastructure building.   30:09 Love, Power & Blackness as a Gift  LaTosha explains that Black Voters Matter is founded on Dr. Martin Luther King's philosophy of love implementing justice and power correcting injustice.   39:07 Southern Black Girls & Women's Consortium  LaTosha shares the inspiration behind the Southern Black Girls and Women's Consortium, an initiative to reverse underinvestment in Black women and girls in the South. She details the consortium's three core pillars: centering joy through activities like the 'Joy is Our Journey' bus tours, building an ecosystem of support organizations, and creating a new philanthropic model led by Black women and girls, including a partnership with Megan Thee Stallion to address mental health.  44:57 Sources of Optimism  LaTosha reveals the three main sources of her unwavering optimism: her faith in a higher power and the miraculous nature of life, the incredible capacity of human beings to create and imagine, and the historical resilience of her ancestors, which allows her to thrive today. She emphasizes that optimism is a choice of focus, deeply rooted in appreciating the wonders of the universe and human existence. 

ASOPRS Website: Click Here In Pearls on Complex Orbital Reconstruction, Dr. Nicole Topilow moderates a dynamic roundtable with Drs. Grant, Tao, and Kikkawa exploring pre-operative planning, timing of acute versus delayed repairs, and key surgical landmarks in orbital fracture management. The panel dives into implant selection, fixation strategies, customization and 3D printing, and how their approaches have evolved over time. Challenging cases such as large floor and medial wall defects, delayed enophthalmos, infected implants, and post-operative complications are discussed with practical, experience-driven insights. The episode concludes with expert take-home pearls to guide surgeons in managing complex orbital reconstructions with confidence and precision.

The Big Moe Podcast is taking the show on the road!We're going LIVE this Wednesday from Wings and Rings for the 2nd Annual Big Moe Hot Wings Challenge Presented by our guy John Gerbus.Defending champion Dave Prenger, Moeller Head Cross Country Coach, is putting his crown on the line — but the competition is coming in HOT!Challenging the Champ:Germane Lindsey '07Ron Stump '00Bert Bathiany.....more contestants to be added!Who survives the heat?Who taps out first?Who claims the 2026 title?

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker open today's show with a recap of the Blue Jays' 8-7 loss to the Yankees in spring training action. They tee up Cody Ponce's start this afternoon against the Tigers, discuss how to properly evaluate talent in the Grapefruit League, and gauge their expectations for Eloy Jiménez, Jesús Sánchez and Daulton Varsho in 2026. Adam Ottavino (14:50), former MLB pitcher and host of Baseball and Coffee, chats about his return to the mound for Team Italy in the 2026 World Baseball Classic. Adam also touches on the Yankees' mentality against the Blue Jays, Gerrit Cole's return to the mound, the American League East landscape, and the newly-implemented ABS system. Later, we hear the latest from Manager John Schneider, before Sportsnet's Caleb Joseph (29:34) joins the program. They chat about how players are utilizing the challenge system early on, Ponce's first Blue Jays start, what Drew Butera brings to the coaching staff, and the opportunity for some Rule 5 relievers. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Blood tests in DWI cases aren't infallible. Learn how forensic errors, chain of custody issues, and Fourth Amendment violations can invalidate results - and why challenging lab evidence might change everything for your case. Learn more at: https://texascriminaldefensegroup.com/dallas-criminal-defense-lawyer/dallas-dui-lawyer/ Texas Criminal Defense Group City: Lubbock Address: 1001 Texas Ave. Website: https://texascriminaldefensegroup.com/

Preview for later today: Astronomer Kishalay De discusses a supernova from a 13-solar-mass star, challenging theories that only larger stars explode and revealing complexities in predicting stellar deaths.1961

David Livingston of The Space Show and Kishalay De of Columbia University discuss a star collapsing into a black hole without a supernova, challenging established theories about the minimum mass required for such cosmic events. 9.1951

With only five weeks left in this year-long journey, I can feel the end approaching—less like a high-wire act and more like gathering momentum toward something unknown. Week 47 of Ted Gioia's Immersive Humanities course explores twentieth-century American fiction through short stories and novel excerpts, revealing a distinctly American voice: sharp dialogue, vivid settings, and an experimental edge.O. Henry, “The Gift of the Magi” (1906): A charming story of love and sacrifice.F. Scott Fitzgerald, “A Diamond as Big as the Ritz” (1922): Wealth, excess, and a surprising twist.Ernest Hemingway, “The Killers” (1927): Sparse, tension-filled dialogue.William Faulkner, The Sound and the Fury (1929, excerpt): Challenging, with shifting time and perspective.Ralph Ellison, Invisible Man (1947, excerpt): A powerful sense of invisibility and identity.Shirley Jackson, “The Lottery” (1948): Disturbing and unforgettable.Flannery O'Connor, “A Good Man is Hard to Find” (1955): A Southern Gothic tale with shocking turns.Together, these works feel spacious, restless, and distinctly American—and they remind me how much more willing I am now to embrace difficult, even strange, books.This is a year-long challenge! Join me next week for a little Magical Realism.LINKTed Gioia/The Honest Broker's 12-Month ImmersiveHumanities Course (paywalled!)My Amazon Book List (NOT an affiliate link)CONNECTThe complete list of Crack the Book Episodes: https://cheryldrury.substack.com/p/crack-the-book-start-here?r=u3t2rTo read more of my writing, visit my Substack - https://www.cheryldrury.substack.com.Follow me on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/cldrury/LISTENSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5GpySInw1e8IqNQvXow7Lv?si=9ebd5508daa245bdApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/crack-the-book/id1749793321Captivate - https://crackthebook.captivate.fm

Mentor Sessions Ep. 054: Peter McCormack & Dr. Jack Kruse Fabian Society Exposed: History, Money, Power, & HealthWhat if a centuries-old Fabian Society plot is secretly reclaiming absolute control over UK politics, money, and power—tying into Bitcoin's decentralized revolution, Epstein's hidden genome obsession, and the urgent need for true health, time optimization, and mass noncompliance? In this explosive interview, podcast powerhouse Peter McCormack and decentralized neurosurgeon Dr. Jack Kruse dive deep into the UK's dire political crisis, Fabian history from Queen Victoria to World War II, and how cryptography, Zionism, and elite bankers shaped modern money systems. They expose MKUltra's melanin destruction, the Human Genome Project's dark ties to Rockefeller medicine, and why Bitcoin's proof-of-work timestamping is the ultimate weapon against centralized power.Peter reveals his "I No Longer Consent" project to inspire UK citizens to reject oppressive systems through noncompliance, while Dr. Kruse warns of health sabotage via vaccines, fake food, and polarized light—urging Bitcoiners to prioritize time as the scarcest asset over fiat illusions. Discover how reconnecting with nature and embracing Bitcoin's ethos can counter Fabian control, economic theft, and societal decay. For orange-pilled truth-seekers questioning UK politics, history, money manipulation, power dynamics, health hacks, time mastery, noncompliance strategies, and political solutions in a fiat world, this episode is your wake-up call to sovereignty.About Peter McCormack:Host of The Peter McCormack Show and founder of the "I No Longer Consent" movement.X: https://x.com/PeterMcCormackAbout Dr. Jack Kruse:Neurosurgeon and decentralized health expert.X: https://x.com/DrJackKruseChapters:00:00:00 Teaser & Intro Clips00:01:46 State of UK Politics00:04:39 Understanding the Fabians00:05:04 The Role of Cryptography and History00:28:10 The Intersection of Genetics and Control00:41:56 The Value of Time vs. Bitcoin00:47:49 The Bully Pulpit and Responsibility00:53:09 The No Longer Consent Movement00:56:07 Challenging the State and Political Power00:59:32 Reconnecting with Nature and Ambition01:06:42 The Future of the UK and Bitcoin's Role ⚡ POWERED by Abundant Mines: Fully managed Bitcoin mining. Learn more at https://qrco.de/bgYKPB

After a heavy 2025 marked by physical pain, budget drain, and the strain of warming centers, we chose not to retreat but to advance—grounded in prayer, transparency, and guest-centered care. 2026 has begun with honest reflection and real work: centering every decision on the dignity of our guests, strengthening trust, and building systems that reflect the values we proclaim. We're embracing authenticity over performance, naming fatigue and doubt while recommitting to show up daily with faith that has its sleeves rolled up. Longer shelter stays are seen as signs of deeper engagement with guests pursuing recovery, medical care, classes, and housing matches built to last. While within our staff, training, culture-building, and spiritual support ensure our team is equipped in both skill and heart.A major step forward is the launch of the RESTORE Team, merging outreach, guest management, and housing into one relationship-centered model that reduces handoffs and walks with each guest from the street through 12 months of housing stabilization. We're also looking into upgrades like step-up beds—safer, individual sleeping spaces designed with integrated storage and accessibility in mind—to replace institutional bunks and better serve an aging population with mobility challenges. With clearer systems, stronger support, and a forthcoming announcement to expand how we serve unsheltered neighbors, we invite others to join us—through prayer, volunteering, giving, or even on our board—as we build a safer, kinder path home in 2026.To learn more about TRM, Click Here!To support TRM, Click Here! Send us a Message!

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…ON TODAYS PROGRAM…   FERNANDO AND THE HONDA CURSE, LAWRENCE STROLL SELLS ASTON MARTIN NAMING RIGHTS FOR 50 MILLION POUNDS. FERRARI ON THE OTHER HAND SHOW OFF NEW SPINNING REAR WING AND, LOOK VERY COMPETITIVE ! MCLAREN AND MERCEDES ARE NOT FAR BEHIND… RED BULL IS STILL A QUESTION MARK?…AND FERNANDO WILL NEED HIS CAMPING CHAIR AS THE GP2 ENGINE THAT FAILED HIM AT MCLAREN, THAT WENT KABLAMO IN THE INDY 500 AND LOOKS TO HAUNT ALONSO FOR ANOTHER LONG SEASON!! STAY TUNED FOR SOME GREAT ONE LINERS FROM MACHISMO… THIS WEEK'S NASIR HAMEED CORNER…MORE VINTAGE BANTER BETWEEN THE HOST AND NASIR…THIS WEEKS SPECIAL GUEST: MARCUS ERICSSON, MARTIN BRUNDLE, AND MIKI MONRAS DE ESPANA…! Indianapolis 500 Veteran Hucul Dies at 79   INDIANAPOLIS (Friday, Feb. 20, 2026) – Canadian driver Cliff Hucul, a veteran of three Indianapolis 500 starts in the late 1970s, died Feb. 17 on his farm in his native Prince George, British Columbia. He was 79. Hucul made three consecutive starts in “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing” from 1977-79. His best finish came as a rookie in 1977, 22nd in the No. 29 Team Canada McLaren/Offenhauser that Hucul bought after Johnny Rutherford drove it to victory in the 1976 “500.” Hucul completed 72 laps before being sidelined by gearbox problems. He qualified on Bump Day for that race despite touching the wall in practice the previous day and suffering two engine failures during the Month of May, a significant pitfall for his low-budget team. Hucul's best qualifying spot was 18th in 1979, his final “500” start. The small-town driver from northern British Columbia learned his craft by racing stock cars and modified sprint cars at local tracks. He then began racing modifieds and supermodifieds in the Pacific Northwest against drivers that included eventual Indianapolis 500 winner and INDYCAR SERIES champion Tom Sneva and his brother Jerry Sneva. Hucul made 24 total USAC and CART starts between 1977-81, with eight top-10 finishes. Hucul's best finish in the standings was 11th in 1979, when he started the season by placing fifth at Ontario Motor Speedway and a career-best fourth at Texas World Speedway. In 1996, Hucul became a paraplegic after an automobile accident when crossing black ice on a highway in British Columbia. Despite being confined to a wheelchair, Hucul remained active, managing his farm and mentoring many drivers in the area. He was inducted into the Prince George Sports Hall of Fame for his lifetime contributions to auto racing. Hucul is survived by his son, Kelly, and daughter-in-law, Sylvie; daughter, Michele, and many grandchildren. 2026 BAHRAIN TESTING - WEEK 1, DAY 3 MAX VERSTAPPEN “Looking at the test overall, the Team got in a good number of laps on the first day so we were happy with that. We completed a lot of things that we wanted to test with the new Power Unit and the car in general. Today it was a continuation of that plus also trying to explore a little bit more with the car; you go through so many test items that it continues to change and evolve with everything that you are testing. In general, it is all so new that we are still learning a lot, but the car was good. We also have new tyres, so we spent some time looking at different sets and understanding what we need to improve and be better at. With the power unit, looking at the laps we got on the board, the start that we have had is good. That's exactly what we wanted to do and it was not a given. Whether it will be enough to win races, we don't know, we will just focus on ourselves and try to do the best we can, but there is still massive room for improvement. Finally, with the car, we learnt a lot about what worked and what didn't. Our runs also gave us even more ideas for the afternoon with Isack and then for next week, where we can continue to try new things and different set ups.” ISACK HADJAR “The first week here in Bahrain has gone well. Of course, I had to wait a little before getting in the car after Barcelona, but once I did, we were able to put it to the test and really work through what we need ahead of next week and Melbourne. There are so many things to look at, but we're staying on track with our programme so far. True performance and pace are always hard to judge in pre-season, but we can be happy with the reliability we've had from the power unit this week. There are still things to work on in terms of balance and tyre management, but that's completely normal for this time of year. We're working through it together as a Team to get where we want to be for Australia. I've known the people here for a while now, but it's great to be working with them again in an environment like this." ASTON MARTIN The Aston Martin Aramco Formula One™ Team concluded its testing programme at the Bahrain International Circuit today, with Lance Stroll returning to the cockpit of the AMR26 for the final time before the Australian Grand Prix. Lance did not get on track until late in the morning session due to a battery-related issue that had impacted Fernando's running yesterday. Honda carried out simulations on the test bench at HRC Sakura before the car returned to the track. Due to a shortage of power unit parts, the run plan was very limited and consisted only of short stints. Lance Stroll “It's been a challenging couple of weeks here in Bahrain, and today's limited running wasn't the way we wanted to finish the second test. It's clear the car isn't where we want it to be performance-wise, and we know there's a lot of work ahead in the coming weeks and months. There's a long season ahead, and we'll keep pushing flat out to unlock more performance. I want to say a big thank you to everyone trackside and back at the AMRTC for the work that's gone in so far. It's not where we want to be right now, but I know how determined this team is. We'll stick together, rise to the challenge and keep working until we deliver the performance we are looking for.” WILLIAMS F1 2026 Bahrain pre-season testing – Day 3 James Vowles, Team Principal: Another solid day of running and mileage. It's great to see that across the last six days of testing, we've been predominantly tyre and time limited, and able to complete the full programme that we wanted. That's just a testament to the hard work of the teams, both here and in Grove, making sure that we made up for lost time. 
 No one truly knows where all the performance lies. That's what Melbourne is all about, so I can't wait to go there, to gain a further understanding of where we are. What I know for sure, though, is we have work to do. There's no doubt about it. We've put ourselves on the back foot. But my assurance to everyone is that we have an aggressive programme lining up in front of us in order to make sure that we extract as much performance in this car as possible over the forthcoming months. Carlos Sainz: The past six days of testing in Bahrain has been one of the most interesting and challenging tests that I've been part of, given the new regulations and number of things we had to learn. The progress from day one has been significant, although there are still going to be things to understand and solve at the start of the season. We go into the first half of the year with lower expectations than 2025 knowing that we'll be starting slightly on the back foot. However, I'm really looking forward to getting started and focusing on improving the cars through the year to become more competitive. Bring on Melbourne! Alex Albon: It's been a relatively smooth test here in Bahrain. We got some good mileage under our belts and tested everything we wanted to get out of the car, so I'm feeling more ready for Melbourne. There's still a lot we need to understand and plenty of performance left on the table that we need to extract, but I'm glad the tests went to plan. It's now all about maximising the next few days to prepare for the first race of the year! THIS WEEK'S INTERVIEW WITH MIKI MONRAS... Miki Monrás on battling Bottas and Ricciardo in the late 2000s and the rising cost of junior racing In the late 2000s, Miki Monrás was one of Spain's brightest prospects on the junior single-seater ladder, trading blows with the likes of Daniel Ricciardo, Valtteri Bottas and António Félix da Costa in Formula Renault and GP3. But while his rivals pushed on towards F1 or careers in GTs, the Spaniard's single-seater journey came to an abrupt halt in 2011. Feeder Series caught up with Monrás to reflect on the times he rubbed shoulders with greatness, the challenges of racing in the post–financial crisis era, and life beyond motorsport. By Anabelle Bremner Back in the noughties, the path from karting to Formula 1 looked nothing like it does today. There was no standardised Formula 4, no carefully managed ladder – just a patchwork of championships that rewarded those brave enough, and wealthy enough, to dive straight in. Eurocup Formula Renault 2.0 was as deep as it got: 40-car grids stacked with future stars, the proving ground where Pierre Gasly, Nyck de Vries and Lando Norris would come to cut their teeth. But before all of them, it was Monrás in the thick of it. He made his single-seater debut in late 2007, the result of years spent chasing speed. His first taste of racing, in fact, came on two wheels – on a motocross bike, inspired by his father, who had raced professionally in Spain and Europe. At the age of eight, Monrás joined a motocross camp, and it wasn't long before karting came calling. “After the first race, I really enjoyed it,” he recalls. “I remember it was Christmastime and I asked for a motocross scooter and for a go-kart. So I finally got the go-kart, and that's the way I started. Then I started racing in Catalonia, and I just moved through Spain and Europe and all the world championships until formula.” Single-seater racing, however, would prove a unique beast. Shortly before turning 16, Monrás moved straight from karting into Formula Renault 2.0, in which the competition was fierce. “Normally at that age you'd go before to a category not straight to 2.0,” he said. “My first year I was racing with Bottas, I was racing with Ricciardo, I was racing with [Andrea] Caldarelli – really good drivers.… I was racing against people that were already racing for two years in single-seaters. That was a big difference.”His first Eurocup campaign, in 2008, proved a challenging one. He was scoreless for his first five rounds with the Hitech Junior Team (no relation to the current Hitech) before a switch to SG Formula brought him six points in the final two rounds. Valtteri Bottas, then of Motopark Academy, went on to claim that year's title after a close fight involving Ricciardo, Caldarelli and Roberto Merhi. The next year brought Monrás a decidedly better season and three podiums with SG Formula, owned by Mercedes Junior Team advisor Stéphane Guerin. He wound up fifth overall in a season dominated by a fierce three-way fight between Félix da Costa, Jean-Éric Vergne and Albert Costa – the last of whom ultimately took the title. Racing against so much talent at such a young age left Monrás with plenty of perspective on what might have been. “Ricciardo was my teammate. Jean-Éric Vergne was my teammate. I raced with Da Costa, Bottas, with Magnussen, so many people that have been racing each other and winning races,” he said. “[I] think if I changed something at that point, maybe I would be in Formula 1, but who knows. Maybe yes, maybe no. “But at that time, it was really difficult times because it was 2010, '11, '12, where there was also a big crisis in the world, especially in Europe. It was really difficult for Spanish drivers to get the sponsors and the money to race.” The financial squeeze triggered by the 2008 global financial crisis left Monrás and many of his peers in a precarious position. Several teams, such as SG Formula, shut their doors in the wake of the crisis amidst an already shifting landscape in junior racing. “It's been changing a lot from that time until now. When I was racing Eurocup 2.0, one time we were like 48 drivers, I remember. 2008 at Spa. It was a massive level and so many drivers wanted to go in,” he said. “Eurocup was really high level, I would say maybe [comparable] to Formula 4 about the car and the lap times. “Motorsport has changed a lot in the last few years. It's more expensive. At that time, Eurocup was also expensive, but I think Formula 4 is around €700,000 more or less, maybe more now. It's quite expensive. Back then, I think Eurocup was around €300,000 or €250,000, so there was a massive difference. A lot more people could race at that time.” After two and a half years competing in various Formula Renault series, Monrás stepped up to GP3 in 2010. The inaugural season, won by eventual F1 driver Esteban Gutiérrez, came with another steep learning curve. Monrás managed two podiums and a 10th-place finish in the standings, but the step up exposed the limits of what talent alone could achieve in a field packed with hungry, well-backed drivers. “When I raced GP3, that was the first year of the championship, so it was a new championship for all of the teams. I also raced with Arden, which was a new team in the category, so it made it a bit difficult,” he said. “During testing, I remember I was flying in GP3, and then suddenly in some races there was such a huge difference with some other cars and drivers. It was difficult sometimes. … I think this is always present in motorsport in all categories. You will find some kind of differences within cars and teams. It just will always be there.” Challenging as it was, that season had its highs for Monrás. A recovery drive in Spa's characteristic rain remains a fond memory for the Spaniard. “I had a really bad qualifying because there were some yellow flags,” he explained. “Because there were 30 cars, it was easy to find yellow flags if you're waiting for the last minutes in qualifying. I finished [ninth in] race one, and in race two it started raining really heavily after five laps. I went from P10 to P3, nearly fighting for the win in the last lap against Rossi and Tambay. That was a really good race.” After a season in GP3, Monrás moved up a rung on the ladder to Formula Two. At the time, the feeder series landscape was fragmented. GP2 and Formula Renault 3.5 offered established paths to Formula 1, while the MotorSport Vision's FIA Formula Two Championship, which first ran in 2009, aimed to do the same with a more affordable package. “Formula Two at that point was very competitive, economically speaking,” Monrás said. “It was a lot cheaper to race in Formula Two than race in GP2 at that moment or 3.5 because it was like all one team. All the cars were one team with different engineers, and that made it low cost for the time. “A lot of drivers went to it because of that. They were racing in the best tracks, same as World Series and similar to GP2, and the car was competitive. Maybe not as competitive as GP2 or 3.5 because it was a bit slower, but it was really competitive and really fast, on the straight especially.”  “In that time, what they were saying was it was very equal. You had one engineer for three cars, you were sharing data with these three cars, and it was all under the same team. You can always find differences in motorsport. Maybe not a difference to make one car win and one car P15, but you can still always find two-tenths difference in similar cars, and two tenths, sometimes it's a lot of time,” he said. “The cars were on the same team, but each engineer was doing the set-up for his driver. The set-up I was using and maybe the set-up Bortolotti was using, he had won the championship maybe from our different set-ups. Every race, you changed engineers. Every weekend, you were rotating engineers so at the end of the season, everybody worked with everyone.” By 2012, the funding had dried up. Monrás was left sponsorless and unable to compete in Formula Two. He sampled GT racing in the Blancpain Endurance Series and tested with both Audi Sport and Atech GP, but no program materialised. From there, Monrás transitioned into driver coaching and team management – mostly with the AV Formula team owned by his manager, Adrian Vallés – and eventually “moved on” from motorsport around 2017. “I was working also with McLaren Automotive, but it was not motorsport. It was automotive, developing road cars, really competitive cars. After that I decided to stop because I wanted to follow a new career professionally, and I moved onto real estate which I have always been [involved with] because of my family, so that's why I decided to move over,” he said. “I now work in a real estate company which I own with some partners, and that's my day-to-day nowadays.” After years climbing the ladder in lockstep with some of the sport's future stars, Monrás has found a new rhythm – one that's decidedly less fast, but no less his own. Yet his career remains a reminder of the talent that defined an era: a Spaniard who went wheel to wheel with the likes of Ricciardo, Bottas, and Vergne, racing in some of the deepest junior grids of the 2000s and 2010s. In the story of that generation, Monrás may no longer be on track, but he's never far from the memory of it all.

A coworker diagnosed with ALS: how to pray?

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In this message from Colossians 2:16–23, we confront the reality that we have all heard, believed, and at times become enslaved to lies. Like captives who grow attached to their captors, we can slowly surrender our freedom to false beliefs about God and ourselves. Pastor Jared examines three common traps; legalism, misplaced spiritual experiences, and pride that distract us from the sufficiency of Christ. Challenging us to consider: What lies hold you prisoner, and have you truly set your heart on Christ?

At its peak, the BRICS coalition of economies – Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa – was seen as a serious attempt to move away from the United States dollar and the domination of Western economic institutions like the World Bank, Group of Seven (G7), and International Monetary Fund (IMF). But BRICS members have different political agendas, and new forces are at play, argues economist Jim O'Neill, a member of Britain's House of Lords. O'Neill, who coined the term "BRIC" 25 years ago, tells host Steve Clemons that the US's economic policies may be the driver of its own decline, coupled with the economic rise of China and India. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.news/AJEMobile

From acclaimed historian and author of the “marvelous” (The New York Times Book Review) The Last American Aristocrat comes a captivating new biography of Teddy Roosevelt, exploring the life of America's 26th president and his pivotal role in shaping the dawn of the American Century.Theodore Roosevelt was one of America's most fascinating presidents—a complex man both publicly and privately. In this sweeping biography, historian David S. Brown takes us on an electrifying journey through Theodore Roosevelt's life—from his privileged New York upbringing to his transformative presidency that reshaped America's role on the global stage.In the Arena vividly brings Roosevelt to life as a man of striking contradictions: a rugged outdoorsman with a love for books, a war hero who earned a Nobel Peace Prize, and a larger-than-life figure whose energy seemed boundless. Through compelling storytelling and meticulous research, Brown explores the pivotal moments that forged Roosevelt's indomitable spirit, from battling childhood asthma to witnessing the deaths of both his mother and his wife on the same day, to wrangling cattle in the West and preserving 150 million acres of national land.Challenging traditional views, In the Arena offers a fresh perspective on Roosevelt's groundbreaking political legacy, including his Square Deal policies that laid the groundwork for modern social welfare programs. It also unpacks his bold foreign policy, which expanded America's global influence and set the stage for its rise as a world power. Brown argues that Roosevelt's charisma and performative presidency helped bridge the old Victorian values with the new industrial age, capturing the attention of the middle-class and making him a leader that the people loved.Drawing comparisons to works like David McCullough's Mornings on Horseback, Brown's narrative stands out for its rich detail and sharp insights. More than just an account of a presidency—it's an exploration of a life lived on the edge of greatness and is a must-read for anyone who wants to better understand this critical period of American history.ABOUT THE AUTHORDavid S. Brown teaches history at Elizabethtown College in Pennsylvania. He is the author of eight books, including In the Arena: Theodore Roosevelt in War, Peace, and Revolution; A Hell of a Storm: The Battle for Kansas, the End of Compromise, and the Coming of the Civil War; The First Populist: The Defiant Life of Andrew Jackson; The Last American Aristocrat: The Brilliant Life and Improbable Education of Henry Adams; and biographies of F. Scott Fitzgerald and Richard Hofstadter.#speakingofwriterspodcast #authorpodcast #theodoreroosevelt#americanpresidents

Today we welcome back occupational therapist, educator advocate, and all-round legend Dave Jereb to dive deep into understanding and responding to challenging classroom behaviours.Dave shares practical, teacher-friendly strategies to better connect with students, support regulation, and ultimately create more inclusive and calm classrooms. From quick connection anchors to brain-based regulation tools, Dave reminds us that meaningful change often starts with the simplest actions.In This Episode, We Cover:Why connection changes the brain—and what happens in just 10 secondsReframing “challenging behaviour” and what's really going on beneath the surfaceA breakdown of Dave's ABCIDEAS model for understanding student needs holisticallyPractical co-regulation tools teachers can implement immediatelyWhy supporting the adults who support the kids is essential for long-term successThe “Connected Caregiver Model” and what it looks like in actionUsing rhythm, breath, and music as tools for regulation and attentionMaking lessons meaningful by tapping into student interests“Everything is downstream from regulation and connection.” – Dave JerebKey Takeaways:Connection comes first: A simple 10-second moment of eye-level, intentional connection can dramatically impact behaviour and learning readiness.Environment matters: You don't need to “fix the child”—adjusting the activity or environment is often the fastest way to success.Behaviours are communication: Looking at what's behind attention-seeking, oppositional, or sensitive behaviours helps us support rather than react.Support the supporters: Dave champions the idea that when we support teachers and caregivers, everyone wins.Whether you're just kicking off the school year in Australia or you're mid-term elsewhere in the world, this episode is packed with real-life examples, refreshing reframes, and game-changing strategies you can try today, especially with those students who can make or break the energy of your day.Rainbows ahead,Alisha and AshleighResources mentioned in this episode:Check out Dave's Book: Challenging the StoryDave's Online Course: Challenging the Story of BehaviourOther courses offered by Move About OT linked hereConnect with Dave on InstagramSay G'Day on Spotify (Dave's sister Genevieve Jereb) Episode 19 - Our first interview with Dave JerebAPPLE PODCAST | SPOTIFY  | AMAZONAbout Today's Guest: Dave Jereb is a paediatric occupational therapist, author, and co-founder of MoveAbout Therapy Services. With over 20 years of experience, Dave is passionate about helping families and professionals rethink how we understand and respond to challenging Let's hear from you! Text us!

Matthias is an internationally recognised expert at the intersection of creativity, leadership, and artificial intelligence.  He was the Director of the Karajan Institute and led the team that used AI to complete Beethoven's 10th Symphony. He is also a trained Classical Guitarist, Musicologist, Musictech Visionary, Founder, and Angel Investor. We discuss why he believes AI is actually 'email autocomplete' for music, why we should view it as a 'living archive' rather than a replacement, and why leaving behind the concept of 'right and wrong' is the ultimate freedom. Show Notes Connect with Matthias on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthiasroder/ Website: http://www.matthiasroder.com Related podcasts: Orchestrating Innovation and AI for your business Challenging the AI Oracle: Maya Ackerman on Music, Creativity, and Collaboration Why modern leaders need to stop conducting and start synthesising  

Dr. Malcolm Kendrick challenges the prevailing lipid hypothesis regarding heart disease, arguing that the relationship between cholesterol, particularly LDL, and heart disease is not as straightforward as commonly believed. He discusses the role of saturated fats, the importance of nitric oxide, and the impact of lifestyle factors on cardiovascular health. Kendrick also critiques the research surrounding statins, emphasising the need for transparency and the potential biases in studies that downplay adverse effects. The discussion highlights the complexity of heart disease and the necessity for a broader understanding of its causes and treatments.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Dr. Malcolm Kendrick00:42 Challenging the Lipid Hypothesis02:19 Saturated Fat and Heart Disease04:21 Understanding Cholesterol and Its Role07:48 Observational Studies vs. Randomized Trials10:59 The Failure of Statins and Other Drugs11:44 The Black Swan Argument in Medicine16:20 Familial Hypercholesterolemia Explained17:40 The Role of Blood Clotting in Heart Disease25:50 The Ghost in the Machine: Revisiting Old Theories36:55 The Interconnection of Blood Clotting and Immunity40:47 Understanding Endothelial Damage and Heart Disease45:59 The Role of Sickle Cell Anaemia and Autoimmune Diseases48:34 COVID-19: Blood Clots and Immune Response51:11 Critique of Statin Research and Adverse Effects

“What most people want to get out of choir is to feel a progression, that they slowly master the craft of choral music. For every warm-up, I boil it down to make it simple but also find the sweet spot where I can challenge the singers to get out of their comfort zone or dare to fail. The bravery to fail is crucial to the music making we'll be doing after the warm-up. Exercises that are on the brink of what is doable will have them on the edge of their seat in a playful spirit. It's always with a smile, always fun. If you make a mistake, no one will judge you. We can't grow if we don't make mistakes.”Jonas Rasmussen (b. 1992) is a Danish conductor, composer, content creator and educator who has quickly established himself as one of the most distinctive choral voices of his generation. Known for his ability to combine artistic ambition with playfulness and accessibility, he is the Artistic Director of Ensemble Novum, Academic Choir Aarhus and Youth Choir Aarhus U, and teaches classical choral conducting at the Royal Academy of Music, Aarhus.Jonas' ensembles have won some of the most prestigious international choral prizes, including the World Choral Championship in Tokyo (2019), the Grand Prix at the Rimini International Choral Competition (2018), the European Broadcasting Union's competition Let the Peoples Sing in Barcelona (2019), and the World Choral Cup in Barcelona (2022). In 2023 and again in 2025, he brought home multiple gold medals at the European Choir Games, Europe's biggest choral competition. Both his ensembles choirs are now ranked in the top 10 on INTERKULTUR's official top 1000 list of choirs from all around the world – with Youth Choir Aarhus U as #2 and Academic Choir Aarhus as #8.Education and mentorship are central to Jonas' work. In 2025, he started to post content online for a wider international audience and the response has been remarkable. In the first 10 months, Jonas has achieved just short of 350.000 followers across platforms and that number is quickly growing. He is frequently invited as a workshop leader for choral organizations in Denmark and abroad where his engaging style and ability to connect with singers of all levels are widely appreciated. Jonas' vision is to position choral music as a living, evolving art form – not a museum piece, but something that constantly redefines itself through collaboration, innovation, and community. Whether on the concert stage, in a classroom, or online, his work is driven by the belief that choir singing is one of the most powerful ways to create meaning and connection between people.To get in touch with Jonas, you can find him on Instagram (@choirconductor).Email choirfampodcast@gmail.com to contact our hosts.Podcast music from Podcast.coPhoto in episode artwork by Trace Hudson

Jeff Bliss covers California's upcoming gubernatorial jungle primary with Democrat Eric Swalwell and Republican Steve Hilton as early frontrunners, Spencer Pratt challenging Mayor Karen Bass in Los Angeles, and Governor Gavin Newsom positioning himself for a 2028 presidential run on an anti-Trump platform. 21900 PASEDENA

Baylor Men's Basketball Head Coach Scott Drew joins 365 Sports ahead of the Bears' matchup with Arizona State at Foster Pavilion to reflect on what has been one of the most challenging seasons of his tenure. Drew discusses how injuries, roster turnover, and the evolving NIL and transfer portal landscape have impacted Baylor's chemistry and performance, while emphasizing the importance of experience, leadership, and improving assist to turnover ratios moving forward. Plus, how this year's adversity could shape future roster building and help the Bears grow both on and off the court as they look to finish the season strong. #collegebasketball #baylor #big12 #sicem #cultureofjoy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gina Barreca is here to break down the raw power of humor. Discover how laughter drives deep human connection, fuels bonding, and serves as the ultimate secret to resilient relationships.Show notes at: https://www.ashleydeeley.com/w2w/ginaberreca

The dramatic influx of immigration enforcement actions in Minnesota have landed an enormous number of people in detention. It's led to an unprecedented number of petitions for habeas corpus—that is, people arguing that their detention is unlawful.On today's podcast, Lawfare's Executive Editor Natalie Orpett talked with John Albanese, an attorney at the law firm Berger Montague in Minneapolis, who represents people who are bringing these challenges. They talked about what the flood of habeas petitions actually looks like on the ground—what detention authorities the government is claiming, how the legal community is coming together to address the needs of people in detention, how government lawyers are faring, and how the judiciary is dealing with it all.To receive ad-free podcasts, become a Lawfare Material Supporter at www.patreon.com/lawfare. You can also support Lawfare by making a one-time donation at https://givebutter.com/lawfare-institute.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

5 brutal truths about why you should ignore everything I say (and why that makes me the right mentor for your escape plan) https://DarkHorseEntrepreneur.com/s6e536  Summary In this episode, Tracy breaks the mold of typical success podcasts by revealing why listeners should question conventional success mindset habits. He shares 5 compelling reasons to ignore his advice, from lacking a classic rags-to-riches story to his ongoing struggles with productive mindset habits. This candid approach exposes the manufactured authenticity pervasive in the personal development industry, offering honest insights for corporate professionals planning their entrepreneurial escape. Through his personal failures and hard-won lessons, Allan illustrates how imperfect mentors can provide more valuable guidance than polished gurus flaunting impossible success stories. Tune in for a fresh perspective on authentic success habits and self improvement habits that can truly transform your approach to achieving success. Time Stamps of Key Insights 00:00 - The problem with origin stories in personal development 00:30 - Introduction and Episode Overview 01:05 - The Truth Bomb: Personal Development as Fantasy 02:25 - The Pivotal Moment Story 04:20 - Reason #1: No Rags-to-Riches Story 05:20 - Reason #2: Failed More Than Succeeded 06:25 - Reason #3: Still Has a Day Job 07:20 - Reason #4: Doesn't Always Follow Own Advice 08:20 - Reason #5: Can't Promise Riches 09:40 - Intelligent Elevation: Manufactured Authenticity 11:20 - Whiskered Wisdom: Stop Looking for Perfect Mentors Strategies Shared The Anti-Guru Framework Challenge the Origin Story Myth: Question polished success narratives that seem too perfect Embrace Failure as Education: View setbacks as expensive but necessary learning experiences Value Transition Experience: Seek mentors who understand building while still employed Accept Imperfection: Recognize that consistency isn't about perfection, but about recovery Redefine Success Metrics: Focus on alignment and freedom over just financial outcomes The Five Disqualifications That Actually Qualify No Dramatic Backstory: Relates better to professionals transitioning from success to meaning Multiple Failures: Provides real-world education that success stories can't teach Current Employment: Understands the practical challenges of transition Personal Struggles: Demonstrates humanity and relatability over superhuman discipline Realistic Promises: Offers authentic expectations over false guarantees Mindset Shifts for Escapees From Rags-to-Riches to Riches-to-Meaning: Reframe the entrepreneurial journey for already-successful professionals Golden Handcuffs Recognition: Acknowledge that comfort can be its own prison Failure Reframing: See business failures as education investments, not personal defeats Imperfection Acceptance: Understand that temporary setbacks don't equal permanent failure Authentic Mentorship: Choose guides based on honesty and relatability, not just achievements Resources Mentioned Newsletter AI Escape Plan: Weekly newsletter for aspiring entrepreneurs and 9-to-5 escapees Sign-up: https://DarkHorseInsider.com Content Promise: Real strategies, honest failures, hard-won insights without hype Action Steps to Take Immediate Actions (This Week) Identify Your Perfect Advice Trap: Recognize one area where you've been seeking "perfect" advice or waiting for the "right" mentor Find an Honest Guide: Locate someone 1-3 steps ahead of you who's willing to share real experiences, including failures Reframe Your Story: If you're successful but unfulfilled, shift from seeking rags-to-riches inspiration to riches-to-meaning guidance Ongoing Practices Question Polished Success Stories: Apply healthy skepticism to overly perfect narratives Embrace Your Imperfections: Stop using temporary setbacks as evidence of permanent inadequacy Seek Authentic Community: Connect with others building meaningful work while managing real-world constraints Practice Honest Self-Assessment: Regularly evaluate alignment between your work and your values Mindset Shifts to Adopt Failure as Education: View setbacks as expensive but necessary learning experiences Progress Over Perfection: Focus on consistent forward movement rather than flawless execution Authentic Success Definition: Define success by alignment and freedom, not just financial metrics  

The boys finally landed the big one: runner, podcaster, author, and the most positive person in the world, Sally McRae. Choose strong and endure this delightful chat with the Yellow Runner herself. She debuts her new business venture: Horse Tongs Co. Plus, Dom and Andy plead you to stop DMing them (and their bosses) with your dumb running challenges.  

Today, Josh is joined by Mythical Kitcheneer Lily Burrola to recap singer-songwriter Noah Kahan's Last Meals episode. To learn more about Chicken of the Sea, visit https://chickenofthesea.com/ and look out for their products sold in-store and online nationwide at major retailers. Check out the full episode of Last Meals: youtube.com/watch?v=uEQ6z0rbn30 Leave us a voicemail at (833) DOG-POD1 Check out the video version of this podcast: youtube.com/@ahotdogisasandwich To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Send a textSpaceBuddies, let's get closer. On today's episode, Matt, Mike, and Rob talk about a recent documentary, Tracing the Divide. It's about two friends who ride the Continental Divide together. There's a lot of lessons to be learned about how much we can push ourselves, but also about how we can have better relationships with each other by going through hard things together. Listen in and let's get close. Keywordsdocumentary, personal growth, adventure, relationships, change, cycling, mental health, community, self-discovery, male bondingTakeawaysAdventure can lead to personal growth and self-discovery.Challenging experiences can strengthen relationships.It's important to communicate the benefits of personal pursuits to loved ones.Finding a supportive community enhances the experience of adventure.Vulnerability is key to deepening connections with others.Everyday challenges can be opportunities for growth.Reflecting on experiences can lead to meaningful change.It's okay to seek change without a specific outcome in mind.Being open to experiences can lead to unexpected insights.Creating meaning in daily life can be transformative.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Planning for the Episode01:28 Exploring the Documentary: Tracing the Divide04:36 The Impact of Adventure on Relationships07:30 Personal Growth Through Shared Experiences10:35 The Importance of Playfulness in Life13:31 Vulnerability and Authenticity in Male Friendships16:12 Bringing Lessons Back to Everyday Life16:59 Understanding Stress and Heart Rate Variability20:19 The Depth of Friendship and Shared Experiences24:20 The Desire for Adventure and Personal Growth28:04 Real-World Challenges and Seeking Change33:05 Finding Meaning in Everyday LifeSpread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!

James & Al are joined on the sofa by James Talarico as they discuss his campaign for the U.S. Senate from Texas, emphasizing the importance of grassroots support and addressing issues like healthcare and housing. He reflects on his political journey, the role of faith in his life, and the need for a Democratic Party that truly represents the people. Talarico also critiques the politicization of Christianity and advocates for a return to the core values of compassion and service.Chapters00:00 James Talarico: The Rising Star of Texas Politics00:10 Challenging the Status Quo in Texas03:30 The Role of Faith in Politics06:25 Legislative Achievements and Bipartisanship10:52 The Teachings of Jesus and Political Responsibility14:09 Looking Ahead: The Future of the Democratic Party