Podcasts about Character

In this special, Eric reports on the Blu Ray launch of Season 2 at the BFI London. Plus has a Q&A with the folks at The Word On Blakes 7 show, new effects bod Chris Thompson, top fan Andy Spencer, Blakes 7 Invictus creator Neil, and the legend that is Mat Irvine (who i forgot to thank on the show, but thank here).

Welcome back to another episode of The Richer Geek Podcast! This week, as we honor Veterans Day, today's guest brings both service and purpose to the mic. Joshua Brooks, founder of Exponential Advisors and an Army Reserve Chaplain, combines military discipline, faith, and forward-thinking tech to help families and organizations build real financial freedom. Joshua shares how he's blending AI, blockchain, and Bitcoin into modern financial planning, why he believes everyone should take a second look at Bitcoin, and how faith and integrity shape his work. From overcoming PTSD to leading with purpose and even dropping a freestyle rap, this episode proves that money, meaning, and innovation can go hand in hand. In this episode, we chat about… Joshua's journey from Army Infantry Soldier to Chaplain to Financial Advisor Exponential Advisors serves primarily Army veterans, busy parents, and Christian leaders, blending faith, values, and innovation The case for Bitcoin as a once-in-a-generation innovation How AI tools are transforming the way advisors and investors make decisions Joshua's Ayahuasca retreat in Peru and its impact on mental health and family life What discipline and integrity mean in business and money management An unexpected freestyle rap about tech, wealth, and freedom Key Takeaways: Bitcoin isn't hype, it's a historic innovation worth understanding. AI can amplify human decision-making, not replace it. Faith and finance can align to create deeper purpose and sustainability. Healing leads to better leadership, mental clarity drives financial clarity. Character and credibility are the real currency in business. Veterans' discipline and resilience mirror the mindset needed to thrive in investing and entrepreneurship. Resources from Joshua LinkedIn  | Exponential Advisors | Exponential Purpose Newsletter  Books mentioned: Human Compatible by Stuart Russell | In Our Own Image by George Zarkadakis Resources from Mike and Nichole LinkedIn  | Gateway Private Equity Group | Barcelona Hotel Fund |   Nic's guide

Summary The conversation delves into the details of Jollywood Nights, a holiday event featuring various character experiences and Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party featuring additional shows. The hosts also discuss the dynamic pricing of both events. The hosts discuss their thoughts on both events, including the appeal of specific characters (for some people) and the overall value of the experience. They end on choosing the party offering more "free" cookies!  Takeaways Jollywood Nights is a holiday event at Disney's Hollywood Studios. Pricing for the event varies by night but was $189 for our date. Character experiences at Jollywood are a significant draw for attendees. There is a humorous critique of the event's offerings. The conversation reflects on the nostalgia associated with Disney characters. The hosts share their personal preferences for character attire. There is a sense of camaraderie in their shared opinions. The discussion highlights the importance of character representation. The hosts question the value of certain event features.  

Becoming a High Character Hockey Player: Essential Tips and AdviceIn this episode of the Pro Athlete Academy Podcast, host Kevin Gilroy discusses the importance of being a high-character hockey player. He explains how good character can make a player more valuable to coaches than high skill alone. Kevin shares actionable tips to develop character, such as maintaining positive body language, being coachable, setting high standards for yourself, respecting others both on and off the ice, and uplifting teammates. These qualities build respect, enhance reputation, and open up more opportunities in your hockey career. 00:00 Introduction to the Pro Athlete Academy Podcast00:37 The Importance of High Character in Hockey02:28 Building Respect and Reputation03:25 Actionable Tips for Developing High Character07:02 Summary and Final Thoughts

Your words have the power to shape souls—so use them to affirm, encourage, and breathe life into those around you. -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible.     Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org   Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.

Hosts Cam Smith and Tyler Orton gaze into orbs while determining Trek's most uniquely bland characters. From Picard's oft-ignored Romulan protege, to Naomi Wildman's vanishing mom and two milquetoast Bajoran spiritual leaders, the duo weigh in. Plus, the hosts mourn the death of the Kelvin-verse. Join our Facebook page for exclusive content such as videos and bonus episodes.  And you can also visit our blog, or follow us on Twitter and YouTube! Send any other questions, topic ideas or feedback to subspacetransmissionspod@gmail.com! Related Podcast Episodes: TNG: "Gambit" DS9: "Emissary" Star Trek: Insurrection When Star Trek Does Comedy   Join us next time as we revisit the classic ENT episode Dead Stop!

Tim Shorey was in pastoral ministry for over forty years, serving in New Jersey and Pennsylvania until he was diagnosed with cancer over three years ago. He has authored several books, the most recent of which is From a High Mountain: 31 Reflections on the Character and Comfort of God (based on Isaiah 40).  He and Gayline, his wife of 47 years, have six children and 14 grandchildren.

SummaryIn this episode, Tim Hamilton and George O'Connor dive into the 1988 Belgium horror comedy 'Rabid Grannies.' They explore the film's plot, character dynamics, and the unique aspects of Belgian cinema. The conversation touches on the film's practical effects, the chaos that ensues when the grannies turn into monsters, and the aftermath of the horrific events. They also reflect on the themes of the film, compare it to other horror classics, and discuss the potential for a sequel.TakeawaysRabid Grannies is a unique blend of horror and comedy.The film is notable for its practical effects and over-the-top gore.Character dynamics play a crucial role in the film's narrative.The transformation of the grannies is a pivotal moment in the story.The film critiques familial greed and betrayal.Belgium's film industry is less known for horror compared to other countries.The movie's runtime is surprisingly short at just over an hour.The grannies' ability to mimic voices adds a layer of horror.The conversation highlights the importance of story in horror films.Tim and George express a desire for a sequel to Rabid Grannies.Follow Tim on letterboxd!https://letterboxd.com/search/tjhamilton/See the Seddy Bimco watchlist! Email us at seddybimcoe@gmail.com Most art by Tim Hamilton Music by Tim Hamilton Check out the Seddy website. Website: https://www.seddy-bimco-part-2-the-re... Links: https://linktr.ee/seddybimco Check out George O'Connor's books: https://www.georgeoconnorbooks.com/ Check out Tim Hamilton's books: https://timhamiltonrwf.gumroad.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to a new series breakdown of the JKL Media Podcast! In this episode, hosts Jesse, Karen, and Lou dive into the first two episodes of 'Pluribus,' a thrilling new series on Apple TV. They discuss the shocking premise, delve into the characters' backstories, and explore the complex moral dilemmas posed by the show's unique hive mind concept. From Carol's internal struggles to unexpected twists and turns, this discussion offers a detailed and engaging analysis of what makes 'Pluribus' a must-watch series. Tune in for insights, laughs, and a deep dive into this compelling new show! 00:00 Introduction and Opening Remarks 00:22 Welcome to JKL Media Podcast 01:29 Discussing Vince Gilligan's Work 04:43 Initial Impressions of the New Series 09:58 Carol's Character and the Hive Mind 16:09 Episode One Recap and Analysis 28:33 Episode Two: Pirate Lady 39:22 Carol's Anger and Its Consequences 40:50 The Hive Mind's Dichotomy 42:54 Moral Dilemmas and Human Nature 46:21 Individuality vs. Hive Mind 51:24 Kumba's Mansplaining and Carol's Isolation 01:00:43 Speculations and Future Possibilities 01:07:10 Production Insights and Final Thoughts

Whitney launches a new series exploring family dynamics in pop culture, starting with Netflix's "Nobody Wants This." Joined by Meg Josephson, author of the New York Times bestseller "Are You Mad at Me?", she breaks down the clash between Noah's enmeshed, guilt-driven Jewish family led by his controlling mother Bina, and Joanne's emotionally distant family that hides behind humor. They discuss what happens when parents fuse their identity with their children, the difference between closeness and enmeshment, how cultural expectations complicate boundaries, and whether you'd actually want to sit down at this family's dinner table. Connect with Meg:https://megjosephson.com/ Order Meg's new book:https://amzn.to/47tyvIi Whitney Goodman is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and the founder of Calling Home, a membership community that helps people navigate complex family dynamics and break harmful cycles. Have a question for Whitney? Call in and leave a voicemail for the show at 866-225-5466 Join the Family Cyclebreakers Club⁠⁠ Follow Whitney on Instagram | sitwithwhit Follow Whitney on YouTube | @whitneygoodmanlmft ⁠⁠Order Whitney's book, Toxic Positivity Learn more about ad choices. Visit podcast.choices.com/adchoices This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice. 00:00 Introducing Whitney's new series 03:49 Character overview 09:07 When Bina's identity gets fused with her son 14:39 Closeness and enmeshment 27:51 Bina confronts Joanne 34:15 Joanne at Shabbat scene 50:55 The dinner table scale Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thank you Helix Sleep for sponsoring! Visit https://helixsleep.com/deepdive to take advantage of their Black Friday Exclusive Partner Offer and get 27% Off Sitewide!Merch Store! (Let me know what I should add!) https://www.crwnstudios.com/collections/d4deepdiveI'd appreciate it if you'd consider supporting the channel by becoming a member or patron!https://www.patreon.com/c/dnddd ORhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9jQ2IsZj_CAS0bZgA6O2pA/joinTable of Contents of all D&D Builds to date: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/18lsjEdNIXayLCUsv9v-Afx-y3MEone2c2EGszBtGw8U/edit?usp=sharingFollow me here:Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/colbypoulson.bsky.socialTwitter (X): https://twitter.com/ColbyPoulsonTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dnddeepdiveCheck out Randall Hampton here:Twitter: https://twitter.com/Randall_HamptonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/randallhampton/Website: https://www.randallhamptonart.com/Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/randall_hamptonIntro 0:00Level 1 8:28Level 2-6 15:44Level 7-9 33:35Level 10-13 40:06Level 14-17 44:57Final Thoughts 49:12Outtakes 55:16Math/Graph for this episode: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Du9FbDwbJfinRVMQU0jpMRJmkjXUQRwNZKveIQqQqV8/edit?usp=sharingMaster Sustained Damage Comparison:https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1HPMg7cDqOC-0-vNFgEV9E5WQLDdCOdI64Vbnu60pC78/edit?usp=sharingThanks to LudicSavant for the amazing DPR calculator! https://forums.giantitp.com/showthread.php?582779-Comprehensive-DPR-Calculator-(v2-0))Music Credits:Achaidh Cheide - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100340Artist: http://incompetech.com/Angevin 120 loop by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1200111Artist: http://incompetech.com/Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com/Fiddles McGinty by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1400051Artist: http://incompetech.com/Lord of the Land by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1400022Artist: http://incompetech.com/Master of the Feast by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1400019Artist: http://incompetech.com

Join Attractions Magazine contributing writers and correspondents as they bring you news and discussion about all things themed entertainment and parks, including Disney, Universal Studios and beyond on The Attractions Podcast. Topics of conversation on this week's episode of The Attractions Podcast: Disney Destiny: Photos inside new heroes-vs.-villains cruise ship, updated all week Character guide to Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party 2025 at Magic Kingdom Six Flags says closing or selling more parks is ‘priority' Two new SeaWorld parks planned internationally, ‘concept development' in progress Mr. Beast theme park ‘Beast Land' opening as limited-time pop-up ‘Encanto' ride at Disney's Animal Kingdom in 2027 | Concept art, scale model, story details The Attractions Podcast is brought to you by MEI-Travel and Mouse Fan Travel. They provide premium service and expert advice to get the most for your vacation time and dollars. Visit them at mei-travel.com. We welcome your suggestions and want you to be a part of the discussion. Please send your comments to info@attractionsmagazine.com with the subject line “The Attractions Podcast.” Statements or opinions herein are those of the hosts and advertisers and do not necessarily reflect the views of the producers, Dream Together Media LLC, or staff.

When Google launched Nano Banana, it instantly became a global phenomenon, introducing an image model that finally made it possible for people to see themselves in AI-generated worlds. In this episode, Nicole Brichtova and Hansa Srinivasan, the product and engineering leads behind Nano Banana, share the story behind the model's creation and what it means for the future of visual AI. Nicole and Hansa discuss how they achieved breakthrough character consistency, why human evaluation remains critical for models that aim to feel right, and how “fun” became a gateway to utility. They explain the craft behind Gemini's multimodal design, the obsession with data quality that powered Nano Banana's realism, and how user creativity continues to push the technology in unexpected directions—from personal storytelling to education and professional design. The conversation explores what comes next in visual AI, why accessibility and imagination must evolve together, and how the tools we build can help people capture not just reality but possibility. Hosted by: Stephanie Zhan and Pat Grady, Sequoia Capital

QOTD: What character would you be in a war movie, and which Houston sports personalities fit the roles?

Fair Elise and Petey the Press Secretey hold are holding a press conference to answer some of your snail mail questions. Will things devolve into utter chaos as the questions pile up? Almost definitely ;) Lessons include: Thinking of conflict as Good vs. Bad can keep you from understanding both sides; 500 cans is too much tuna... This remastered episode originally aired on July 12th, 2021. It's got new sound effects, better balanced audio, and reflection questions at the end! Subscribe, Support the show, and get our new Yoto Cards! Want more kids podcasts for the whole family? Grown-ups, subscribe to Starglow+ here. Learn more about Starglow Media here. Follow Starglow on Instagram and YouTube Share questions with a grownup's help via email: hello@whatifworldpodcast.com, voicemail: 205-605-WHAT (9428), Instagram: @whatifworldpodcast, or snail mail: What If World (or Mr. Eric) P.O. Box 4905 Panorama City, CA 91412 Eric and Karen O'Keeffe make What If World. Our producer is Miss Lynn. Character art by Ana Stretcu, episode art by Lynn Hickernell, podcast art by Jason O'Keefe, and theme song by Craig Martinson.

Patrick and 4 of his luckiest players (not Myles) come together to make their characters and talk about their excitement about the Starfinder 2E Playtest. Find out the PCs they will be playing early with this Session Zero and get hyped for some “A Cosmic Birthday action over the next few months. 

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Learn how to restore your adrenal function and reclaim your energy with this comprehensive 90-day reset plan. Nurse Doza maps out a practical approach to reversing adrenal fatigue through measurable testing (DHEAS and HRV), lifestyle modifications including belly breathing and sunlight exposure, and targeted supplementation to support your body's stress response and energy production. Character count: 394 5 KEY TAKEAWAYS Measure Your Adrenal Function: DHEAS blood testing (optimal range: 200-250) provides a stable measurement of adrenal function over time without daily variation, while Heart Rate Variability (HRV) tracks your recent stress response and nervous system health in real-time. Activate Rest and Digest Mode: Belly breathing (diaphragmatic breathing) actively shifts your nervous system from fight-or-flight to rest-and-digest mode by increasing parasympathetic activity, lowering cortisol levels, and improving HRV with just 4-7 minutes daily. Morning Sunlight Resets Your System: Getting sunlight within the first hour of waking naturally boosts cortisol production, increases serotonin synthesis, provides vitamin D, and sets your circadian rhythm for better sleep—aim for 30-45 minutes of direct sunlight without sunglasses. Support with Targeted Nutrition: Bovine adrenal gland extracts provide building blocks for your own adrenal glands to resume normal function, a practice used successfully since the early 1900s, while B vitamins (especially B5 and B6) help regulate cortisol production and support energy metabolism. Address Underlying Trauma: Unresolved trauma from childhood or adulthood chronically activates your stress response and suppresses adrenal function—addressing it through therapies like CBT, EMDR, or somatic experiencing is essential for long-term adrenal recovery and nervous system regulation. 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Shop Zen TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – START – Welcome and episode overview 02:15 – Understanding adrenal glands beyond traditional teaching 05:30 – Common symptoms of adrenal dysfunction and chronic fatigue 08:45 – First 30 days: Measuring DHEAS blood test for adrenal function 12:20 – Understanding Heart Rate Variability (HRV) for stress monitoring 16:40 – Optimal ranges for DHEAS and HRV measurements 20:15 – Days 31-60: Switching from fight-or-flight to rest-and-digest 23:50 – Belly breathing (diaphragmatic breathing) technique explained 27:30 – Legs on the wall yoga pose for nervous system reset 31:10 – Morning sunlight exposure and circadian rhythm 35:20 – Days 61-90: Zen supplement with bovine adrenal gland and B vitamins 40:45 – Making sleep a priority throughout the reset 44:20 – Addressing trauma for long-term adrenal recovery 47:00 – 90-day plan recap and final recommendations RESOURCES Mayo Clinic: Adrenal Fatigue – Overview of adrenal fatigue as a general term for symptoms like tiredness, weakness, and sleep problems https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/addisons-disease/expert-answers/adrenal-fatigue/faq-20057906 DHEA Potent Effects on Cytokine Production – Research on DHEA's anti-inflammatory effects and IL-2 synthesis https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0083672918300347?via%3Dihub DHEA-S vs DHEA: Brain Health – Explains why DHEA-S doesn't exhibit diurnal rhythm and is more stable for testing https://www.zrtlab.com/blog/archive/difference-dhea-dheas-brain-health Neuroendocrine and Immune System Communication – Study on DHEA, inflammation, infection, and the HPA axis https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9207529/ Heart Rate Variability and Mortality – Research showing low HRV predicts mortality, morbidity, depression, anxiety, and chronic stress https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5575449/ Fight-or-Flight Response Overview – Comprehensive guide to autonomic nervous system stress response https://positivepsychology.com/fight-or-flight-response/ Diaphragmatic Breathing Benefits – Study showing DB reduces respiratory rate and salivary cortisol levels https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7602530/ VA: Diaphragmatic Breathing and HRV – Veterans Affairs resource on how diaphragmatic breathing increases heart rate variability https://www.va.gov/WHOLEHEALTHLIBRARY/tools/diaphragmatic-breathing.asp Health Effects of the Sun and Vitamin D – Article on morning light exposure and circadian rhythm https://www.businessinsider.com/health-effects-of-the-sun-and-vitamin-d-2014-6 Morning Sunlight Exposure Benefits – Guidelines for optimal morning light exposure (30-45 minutes within first hour) https://www.verywellhealth.com/morning-sunlight-exposure-3973908 Music with Binaural Beat Therapy – Study on sympathetic/parasympathetic responses https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28544507/ Whole Body Vibration and HRV – Research on WBV improving heart rate variability https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30100286/ Glandular Therapies for Modern Challenges – Overview of how adrenal glandulars provide building blocks for adrenal function https://www.clinicaleducation.org/news/glandular-therapies-an-age-old-solution-for-modern-challenges-and-chronic-disease/ Historical Use of Adrenal Glandulars – Dr. Isaacs research on Merck's 1905 Manual and bovine adrenal content https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10289114/ Heart Rate Variability and Nighttime – Study showing HRV is typically higher during nighttime https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/full/10.1161/01.cir.91.7.1918 Early Evening Light and Sleep – Research on how light timing affects sleep quality https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-019-52352-w Melatonin and Happiness Levels – Study on relationship between melatonin, cortisol, and mood https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4449495/ Melatonin and Adrenal Glands – Research on melatonin's role as endogenous pacemaker for adrenal function https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/books/NBK550972/ MSW Nutrition Zen Supplement – Bovine adrenal gland with B5 and B6 for adrenal support https://www.mswnutrition.com/products/zen Nursedoza.com – Book a consultation for adrenal testing and personalized protocols http://www.nursedoza.com/ CONNECT

Episode 194: Last time I left things hanging for Hamlet as, having seen the ghost of his father and resolved on revenge, he had seen his planning go awry as he mistakenly killed the old councillor Polonius while he hid behind a wall hanging. We have seen his daughter Ophelia begin her descent into madness, school friends Rosencrantz and Guildenstern become embroiled in Hamlet's feigned madness and Claudius prompted into a desire to pray, having seen the players perform a piece that replicated his actions in the matter of his brother's murder. That quick summary in no way does the play any sort of justice so please do listen to the previous two episodes on ‘Hamlet', my look at the first half of the play and my conversation with Colin David Reese about the language in the play, if you have not done so already. I'll be here waiting for you when you get back.Continuing a summary of the play picking up from the murder of Polonius, with Hamlet leaving and dragging the body behind him.The Character of GertrudeThe female characters and the players who portrayed themThe rise of boy playing troupes reflected in ‘Hamlet'The political position of Claudius in the Danish nationThe character of Osric and his role in the playThe themes of death and decay The character and actions of HamletHamlet as a tragic heroThe graveyard sceneA brief overview of the performance history of the playSupport the podcast at:www.thehistoryofeuropeantheatre.comwww.patreon.com/thoetpwww.ko-fi.com/thoetp Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When ambition meets love, truth decides who stays. In today's episode, Kevin and Alan break down what every high performer eventually learns the hard way. Success changes how you love and who can handle your drive. From “goals-first vs. relationships-first” dynamics to the real meaning of being a high-value partner, this conversation hits deep, honest, and unfiltered. Whether you're building an empire or building a life together, this one will make you rethink what partnership truly means when purpose takes the wheel.Throwback Photo:Kevin & Alan's Halloween Party (Genie + Backstreet Boy) - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_YR9Uel9fHQSA8HIf2LpNKzdPlUql7eo/view?usp=drive_linkLearn more about:

During the civil lawsuit filed by Virginia Giuffre against Prince Andrew, the Duke's legal team was widely mocked for appearing to scrape the bottom of the barrel in search of credible character witnesses. Instead of producing anyone with real moral weight or first-hand knowledge to vouch for him, Andrew's defense relied on weak, contradictory claims — including his infamous “I don't sweat” explanation and statements attempting to discredit Giuffre's recollection of events. His lawyers even sought broad discovery into Giuffre's past finances, social life, and mental health, a tactic viewed by many as desperate and irrelevant. The strategy looked less like a robust defense and more like an attempt to sling mud in the absence of evidence or credible allies willing to stand beside him.Observers noted that the Duke's inability to produce legitimate witnesses spoke volumes about his crumbling credibility and isolation. Instead of respected public figures, his legal team leaned on peripheral associates and technical arguments that only underscored how far he had fallen from royal grace. Even the court pressed for testimony from Giuffre's husband and psychologist — a clear sign that Andrew's side had failed to offer anyone of substance. By the time the case was heading toward trial, the optics were catastrophic: a once-powerful prince reduced to scavenging for defenders while the walls of public opinion and legal scrutiny closed in around him.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com

David Lapin is a C-Suite Advisor, Executive Coach and Founder of Lapin International. David helps leaders align who they are with how they lead. Along the way we discuss – A Family of Rabbis (1:00), Leonard Bernstein's Eyebrows (4:00), Value Drivers (7:45), Deterministic vs. Humanist (11:15), Ethical Governance, South Africa (13:30), Character as a Competitive Advantage (19:30), Trust as a Strategic Lever (22:30), Humility (25:30), Managing out of Fear (29:30), and Reflection on Small Quantities of Profound Content (33:35).   Strengthen your business from within @ Lapin International. Order a copy of David's book @ Lead by Greatness: How Character Can Power Your Success. This podcast is partnered with LukeLeaders1248, a nonprofit that provides scholarships for the children of military Veterans. Send a donation, large or small, through PayPal @LukeLeaders1248; Venmo @LukeLeaders1248; or our website @ www.lukeleaders1248.com. You can also donate your used vehicle @ this hyperlink – CARS donation to LL1248.  Music intro and outro from the creative brilliance of Kenny Kilgore. Lowriders and Beautiful Rainy Day.

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Keywordswrestling, tabletop games, fictional federations, character development, AI in storytelling, Convergence event, HCW, NPCW, collaboration, storylinesSummaryIn this episode of Tabletop SportCast, host James Cast interviews Don Bychowski and Kevin Lloyd about their upcoming crossover wrestling event, Convergence. They discuss their respective fictional wrestling federations, HCW and NPCW, and how they develop characters and storylines. The conversation delves into the collaboration between the two federations, the use of AI in storytelling, and the excitement surrounding the Convergence event, which promises to be a unique blend of their creative efforts. The episode highlights the importance of fun and creativity in the world of tabletop wrestling games.TakeawaysConvergence is a special crossover wrestling event.HCW and NPCW have different approaches to storytelling.Character development is crucial in wrestling federations.Collaboration enhances storytelling between federations.AI tools can aid in creating storylines and visuals.The crossover event will feature a mix of characters from both federations.Expect surprises and comedy in the Convergence event.The Dark Dominion storyline is inspired by the NWO.Storyline enhancements add depth to character arcs.The goal is to entertain and engage the wrestling community.TitlesThe Epic Crossover: Convergence UnveiledWrestling Federations: A Tale of Two WorldsSound bites"We want to see the best story.""It's all about the fun of wrestling.""I want it to be entertaining."Chapters00:00 Introduction to Wrestling Federations02:51 Overview of Heritage Championship Wrestling and NPCW07:13 Collaboration and Character Development13:12 Utilizing AI in Wrestling Storylines19:31 Creative Processes and Match Outcomes22:51 The Genesis of a Crossover Event25:46 Goals and Themes of the Crossover27:40 Character Development and Storylines32:26 Anticipating Convergence: What to Expect36:34 Main Events and Match Highlights39:39 Future Storylines Beyond Convergence42:55 The Unique Flavors of HCW and NPCW50:08 NEWCHAPTERNorth Pole Championship Wrestling (NPCW)Heritage Championship Wrestling (HCW)

Have you ever felt like God was silent, or that your waiting season had no purpose? In this message, Pastor Steven Staton reminds us that God's silence never means His absence. Through the story of David's anointing in 1 Samuel 16, we discover that God is always working — even in the waiting.Before David ever held a crown, he learned faithfulness in the pasture. While others overlooked him, God was shaping his heart to lead His people. In the same way, God uses our seasons of obscurity, monotony, and preparation to form in us the character needed for what's next.This message will challenge and encourage you to stay faithful where you are, to trust God's timing, and to worship while you wait. The pasture may feel hidden, but it's where God does His best work.Key Scriptures:1 Samuel 16:1–13Psalm 13Romans 5:3–4Main Takeaway:Don't mistake God's silence for His absence — He is working in your waiting.Watch, reflect, and share:God chooses the unlikely to accomplish His purposes.Character is greater than charisma.Faithfulness in small things prepares you for greater things.Learn more about the Real Hope Christmas Party outreach at bellshoals.com/realhopechristmas.

In this week's episode of the world's-fastest-movie-review podcast, Jackson and Mike review TWO new films!!! First "LITTLE AMÉLIE OR THE CHARACTER OF RAIN"  A Belgian baby named Amélie is born in Japan, initially in a vegetative state for years, then awakens and regards the world with both curiosity and a sense of divinity. Directed by Maïlys Vallade and Liane‑Cho Han. Then, a quick review of "SENTIMENTAL VALUE".  A celebrated filmmaker father reconnects with his grown daughters after their mother's death; the family home, their shared history, and art's role in healing emerge as central. Starring Stellan Skarsgård, Renate Reinsve, Elle Fanning, and Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas. 

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠Analytic Dreamz dives deep into the Mass Effect Legendary Edition in this Notorious Mass Effect segment. Join Analytic Dreamz as he analyzes his favorite characters from the iconic trilogy, exploring what makes Shepard's crew unforgettable. From Garrus Vakarian's loyalty to Liara T'Soni's intellect, Analytic Dreamz breaks down their arcs, impact, and Legendary Edition enhancements. Discover why these characters define the series for Analytic Dreamz and fans worldwide. Perfect for Mass Effect enthusiasts craving in-depth character insights. Tune into Notorious Mass Effect with Analytic Dreamz for expert gaming breakdowns. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Do you love cozy season? Fall is known for being warm and inviting. As women, we want to be the same! Today's episode is all about cultivating hospitable character.

Does the life that we live change our affect as a Christian? Are we as Christians supposed to judge anyone? Join Haston today as we discuss growing in character. Visit our linktree: https://linktr.ee/scatteredabroadnetwork Visit our website, www.scatteredabroad.org, and subscribe to our email list. "Like" and "share" our Facebook page: https:// www.facebook.com/sapodcastnetwork Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ the_scattered_abroad_network/ Subscribe to our Substack: https://scatteredabroad.substack.com/Subscribe to our YouTube channel: The Scattered Abroad Network Contact us through email at san@msop.org. If you would like to consider supporting us in any way, don't hesitate to contact us through this email.

In this episode of Page Burners, we dive into the intricate world of the Malazan series, focusing on chapters three and four of "House of Chains." Join Vallick, Shannon, and Steve as they explore the complex character development of Karsa Orlong, his evolving worldview, and the humorous yet profound dialogues that shape his journey. From the power of words to the recurring theme of chains, this discussion unravels the layers of Steven Erikson's storytelling. Tune in for an engaging conversation filled with insights, humor, and a touch of nostalgia as we prepare for the next chapters. Don't miss out on this deep dive into the Malazan universe!Send us a message (I'm not able to reply)Support the showPage Chewing Blog Page Chewing Forum Film Chewing PodcastSpeculative Speculations Podcast Support the podcast via PayPal Support the show by using our Amazon Affiliate linkJoin Riverside.fm Co-Hosts: Jarrod Varsha Chris Jose Carl D. Albert (author) Thomas J. Devens (author) Intro and Outro Music by Michael R. Fletcher (2024-Current)

Narcissus enters the ring to compete for the big first-place trophy! Character sheets and battle map images for this episode are available at Patreon.com/MajorSpoilers Show your thanks to Major Spoilers for this episode by becoming a Major Spoilers Patron at Patreon.com/MajorSpoilers. It will help ensure Critical Hit continues far into the future! Join our Discord server and chat with fellow Spoilerites! (https://discord.gg/jWF9BbF) Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends about the podcast, get them to subscribe and, be sure to visit the Major Spoilers site for more.

Character isn’t built in comfort, but forged in challenge. Today on BOLD STEPS, Mark Jobe teaches how to seal in an atmosphere of faith and shut the door on needless distractions. Witness the incredible power of God’s word to bring resurrection to situations you thought were hopeless. Experience breakthrough faith on Bold Steps! Bold Step Gift: A JOURNEY TO VICTORIOUS PRAYING: FINDING DISCIPLINE AND DELIGHT IN YOUR PRAYER LIFE by Dr. Bill ThrasherBecome a Bold Partner: https://www.moodyradio.org/donateto/boldstepsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“If we command our wealth, we shall be rich and free. If our wealth commands us, we are poor indeed.” - Edmund BurkeIt's a familiar thought: If I just had a little more money, life would be better. We've all been there—believing that one more raise, one more purchase, one more upgrade will finally bring contentment. But as many have discovered, that thought rarely delivers what it promises.The question “Can money buy happiness?” isn't new, and neither is the answer. From philosophers to billionaires to biblical writers, the conclusion is the same: wealth can make life comfortable, but it cannot make life complete.Why Money Can't Deliver What It PromisesWe don't know how much Edmund Burke studied Scripture, but his words echo a timeless truth. Paul warned Timothy, “For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evils” (1 Timothy 6:10). When we expect money to solve our problems or satisfy our hearts, disappointment always follows.Financial author Ron Blue explores this in his book, Generous Living: Finding Contentment Through Giving, pointing out a deep disconnect between what we believe and how we behave. Most of us would agree that “money can't buy happiness,” yet nearly every message in our culture insists that it can. The world doesn't just tempt us to spend more—it trains us to depend on more.Advertising drives this message home. Every commercial suggests that joy is only one purchase away. The right car, the latest phone, the perfect vacation—each one whispers that happiness is for sale. But when our hearts attach to things that fade, anxiety soon takes root. Instead of owning our possessions, our possessions begin to own us.John D. Rockefeller, worth billions in today's dollars, once admitted, “I have made many millions, but they have brought me no happiness.” Henry Ford echoed the same sentiment: “I was happier when I was doing a mechanic's job.” And long before them, King Solomon—the wealthiest man of his day—wrote, “He who loves money will not be satisfied with money; this also is vanity” (Ecclesiastes 5:10).Three men, three eras, one truth: money can't satisfy the soul.Two Myths About WealthRon Blue identifies two common lies about money:More money brings more freedom and satisfaction. In reality, more money brings more complexity. As Ron Blue also notes in his book, “Since there are always unlimited ways to spend limited dollars, it doesn't matter whether you make $20,000 or $200,000—you will always have choices to make.” With greater wealth comes greater responsibility and potential stress.More money removes fear and worry. The opposite is often true. The more we have, the more we have to lose. Market downturns and unexpected crises reveal that our sense of security is fragile when it's built on wealth.In those moments, God invites us to a deeper trust—not in our accounts or assets, but in His character. His provision is measured not by our portfolios but by His promises.So how do we break free from financial fear? It begins with a shift in perspective: realizing it's not your money. You're a steward, not an owner. Everything you have belongs to God.Philippians 4:19 assures us, “And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus.” God promises provision, not luxury. He gives enough for His purpose in your life, not necessarily for every preference.Our role is faithfulness—to manage His resources wisely, give generously, and hold loosely what He entrusts to us. Enjoy His gifts, but never expect them to give you peace or identity. Those belong to God alone.Finding Joy That LastsPsalm 37:3–5 gives us the pathway to contentment: “Trust in the Lord, and do good… Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.”When we delight in God, He reshapes our desires. We stop chasing what fades and start finding joy in what lasts. True wealth isn't measured by net worth but by contentment.So, can money buy happiness? Not the kind that endures. It can buy comfort and convenience—but not peace, purpose, or joy. Those come only from trusting the One who provides.When your hope rests in Christ and not your paycheck, you'll experience what Edmund Burke described centuries ago: true freedom that never fades.On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions:I'm 30 and trying to be proactive about my financial future. Should I consider getting long-term care insurance this early, or wait until later in life? And would adding annuities make sense at my age?I'm a veteran with a VA loan at 6.75%, and I keep getting offers to refinance through a VA IRRRL. I've only been in my home for about a year, but as a single mom, lowering my payment would really help. Should I go ahead and refinance now, or wait?My employer offers both a traditional 401(k) and a Roth option. If I switch to contributing to the Roth, will my employer match still go there, and would it also be tax-free when I withdraw it?I recently replaced my old truck with a 2023 model, and the seller is offering an extended warranty for $4,000. It sounds comprehensive, but I've read many negative reviews about these plans. Are extended warranties on vehicles generally worth it?Resources Mentioned:Faithful Steward: FaithFi's New Quarterly Magazine (Become a FaithFi Partner)Generous Living: Finding Contentment Through Giving by Ron Blue with Jodie BerndtWisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on MoneyLook At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and AnxietyRich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich FoolFind a Certified Kingdom Advisor (CKA)FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions every workday at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. You can also visit FaithFi.com to connect with our online community and partner with us as we help more people live as faithful stewards of God's resources. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Narcissus enters the ring to compete for the big first-place trophy! Character sheets and battle map images for this episode are available at Patreon.com/MajorSpoilers Show your thanks to Major Spoilers for this episode by becoming a Major Spoilers Patron at Patreon.com/MajorSpoilers. It will help ensure Critical Hit continues far into the future! Join our Discord server and chat with fellow Spoilerites! (https://discord.gg/jWF9BbF) Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends about the podcast, get them to subscribe and, be sure to visit the Major Spoilers site for more.

In Episode 168 of the C-10 Podcast, we sit down with Melesa Johnson, the trailblazing prosecutor for Jackson County, Missouri. Recorded live at Music Theater Heritage, this episode features insightful questions from our students, offering a unique perspective on Melesa's leadership journey.Melesa shares her experiences growing up in a challenged area, her path through Columbia University and the University of Missouri School of Law, and her rise to becoming the first Black prosecutor for Jackson County. Her career highlights include serving as a law clerk, working in private practice, and leading violence prevention initiatives as Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas' Director of Public Safety.Beyond her professional accomplishments, Melesa's dedication to community service shines through her involvement with organizations like the KIPP Academy School Board and the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Kansas City. As prosecutor, she is committed to fostering a safer, more equitable community through balanced justice.Join us for this inspiring conversation that highlights the power of perseverance and intentional leadership.LINKS:For more information about the C-10 Mentoring & Leadership program for high school students, visit our website.To make a financial gift to give students life-changing one-on-one mentoring and to help families in crisis, visit our secure donation page.For all episodes of the C-10 podcast and ways you can listen, click here.If you'd like to make a comment, have a suggestion for a future guest, or your company would like to help underwrite this podcast, please visit our contact page.

Click here to learn more: https://integrallife.com/attunement Keith Martin-Smith and David Arrell diagnose the core pathology of contemporary life: we're living in an attainment culture that measures worth through accumulation—more status, more recognition, more stuff—while starving the qualities that actually make life worth living. The result? Epidemic levels of anxiety, polarization, narcissism, and a quiet desperation that no amount of productivity hacks or self-optimization can touch. The alternative isn't another framework to add to your collection. It's a fundamental reorientation toward attunement culture—a shift from quantity to quality, from getting to becoming, from conquest to meaning. David lays out the architecture of this shift across three temporal dimensions: HEALTH (The Past): Most of us are operating from developmental anchors—unconscious wounds and reactive patterns that keep us stuck at earlier stages of maturity. When you criticize, control, or comply automatically, you're not responding to what's in front of you; you're responding from an old script. The work is to turn toward these patterns with curiosity, reclaim the energy locked there, and stop letting the past hijack your present. DEPTH (The Present): Your attention is under siege. Billions of dollars have been spent engineering super-normal stimuli to keep you distracted, metabolically aroused, and scrolling. But presence—the capacity to remain grounded when life gets turbulent—is the foundation of wisdom. Character and virtue aren't abstractions; they're your ability to tolerate weather without capsizing. The fruits of the spirit (love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control) emerge spontaneously when you create the conditions, like apples from a healthy tree. GROWTH (The Future): Beyond your current capacities are your leading edges—the places where you're stretching into new territory. Growth means tolerating the unknown, throwing aspirational grappling hooks into territory you can't yet see clearly, and expanding your container of authenticity. It's not about becoming someone else; it's about becoming more fully who you already are. Throughout the conversation, Keith and David return to a revolutionary foundation: dignity culture. Unlike respect (which must be earned), dignity simply is—every human being has equal claim to worth by virtue of being human. This creates common ground from which we can build toward higher ground. It dissolves the false choice between dominator hierarchies and victim narratives, between attainment Olympics and oppression Olympics. --- Ideas don't transform lives — lived practice does. You can understand everything David and Keith discussed intellectually and still show up tomorrow exactly as you did today: distracted, reactive, caught in the same patterns, serving the same attainment culture that's been grinding you down. Click here to learn more: https://integrallife.com/attunement

Even when our children make poor choices, we hope they’ll develop good character. Jim Daly explains why good character is an important goal for kids even when they’re doing the right things. Support Family Ministry If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Commentary, please give us your feedback.

Join Josh and Mark on this week's K‑12 Tech Talk as they break down the real-world effects of the federal government shutdown on schools, walk through a new federal AI bill (the GARD Act) and discuss major service outages that disrupted classrooms — including Chromebook/Google login problems, recent AWS and Entra incidents, and how districts should respond. Topics include the shutdown's impact on SNAP, Head Start and school nutrition programs, proposed age‑verification and disclosure rules for AI chatbots, Character.ai's under‑18 ban, Jamf's acquisition by Francisco Partners, and practical outage response tactics (status checks, communications, and redundancy thresholds). Expect hands‑on advice about managing departed staff accounts and shared Drive ownership, recommended tools and resources, plus sponsor shoutouts and listener contact info. A concise, actionable episode for district tech leaders and educators navigating policy, reliability, and student safety. Our new Swag Store is OPEN - Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! -------------------- NTP Lumu ChromebookParts.com YouTube Channel Jurassic Parts with ChromebookParts.com Extreme Networks Fortinet Managed Methods -------------------- Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our "professional" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com Call us at 314-329-0363 X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.

Episode Notes The siblings discuss tailoring suits, murdering interns, and making hats. Alan Cumming has both a helicopter and a giant spider robot. Suspend your disbelief and listen to Candace Party, baybeeeeee. Email us at: CandacePartyPodcast@gmail.com TikTok: @CandacePartyPodcast Instagram: @CandacePartyPod Well, back to my closet!

In this episode of Business Lunch: Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss discuss the evolving landscape of personal branding and the necessity of becoming an embedded influencer in today's marketing environment. They explore the importance of having a unique point of view, the challenges of building a personal brand, and the strategies for creating engaging content across various platforms. The conversation emphasizes the need for authenticity and connection in branding, as well as actionable steps for listeners to develop their own personal brands effectively.Takeaways:Personal branding is essential in today's marketing landscape.Embedded influencers are more effective than traditional spokespeople.AI has made personal branding more accessible and manageable.Creating content is a necessary part of being a brand ambassador.A unique point of view is crucial for standing out.Character development is key in personal branding.Reluctance to be a public figure can be overcome with practice.Choosing the right content channels is vital for success.Engaging content formats can enhance audience connection.Brands should focus on building a community around their unique perspectives.Chapters:00:00 The Rise of Personal Branding05:56 The Necessity of Embedded Influencers12:02 Building Your Personal Brand18:06 Navigating Reluctance in Personal Branding24:06 The Three Pillars of Personal Branding29:53 Creating Content That Resonates35:56 Final Thoughts on Unique Points of ViewConnect with me on social:TikTok: Check out my TikTok HereInstagram: Check out my Instagram HereFacebook: Check out my Facebook HereLinkedIn: Check out my LinkedIn HereSubscribe to my YouTube

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Join us for a conversation with Jonny Ardavanis, Lead Pastor of Stonebridge Bible Church, President and Founder of Dial In Ministries, and author of 'Consider the Lilies: Finding Perfect Peace in the Character of God.' Consider the Lilies Book: https://us.10ofthose.com/product/9780310368243/consider-the-lilies-paperback Dial In Ministries: https://dialinministries.org

Hailing Frequencies Open - Send us a message!Before we beam into Picard and the DS9 Minute Season 3, the Green Shirt crew looks back at TNG with one last hurrah — a Character Episode Draft!We're each drafting a team of episodes that best represent TNG's main characters — Picard, Riker, Data, Crusher, Troi, Worf, and Geordi. Who'll assemble the ultimate Enterprise crew and who gets stuck with Shades of Gray? Engage!

Why do so many Christians want to give more—but feel like they can't?Most of us want to be generous, but there are often barriers—spiritual, financial, or even emotional—that hold us back. Today, Ron Blue joins us to unpack five key reasons why Christians don't give more, and how we can begin climbing toward greater generosity.Ron Blue is a financial teacher, author, and co-founder of Kingdom Advisors. He has helped countless Christians apply biblical wisdom to their finances and is best known for his bestselling book, Master Your Money: A Step-by-Step Plan for Financial Contentment.Five Barriers to Generosity—and How to Overcome ThemGenerosity is one of the greatest marks of spiritual maturity, yet many Christians find themselves wanting to give more but feeling unable to do so. Over the years, most believers face five primary barriers to generosity. These form a kind of “pyramid,” with each level building on the one below it. The journey toward greater giving begins with the heart and ends with intentional planning.1. Spiritual Condition: The Foundation of GenerosityBefore generosity ever shows up in our bank accounts, it begins in our hearts. When we grasp who God is, who we are, and the grace that has been extended to us, generosity naturally flows from that understanding.The more we understand God's ownership and our role as stewards, the more we want to give. Spiritual maturity is the foundation—without it, our giving will always feel like an obligation instead of an act of worship.2. Financial Health: Creating Margin to GiveEven when our hearts are in the right place, poor financial habits can make generosity difficult. Many believers simply can't give more because they're weighed down by debt, overspending, or disorganization.It often takes time—sometimes even years—to align our finances with our convictions. That might mean getting out of credit card debt, restructuring a business, or learning to live within our means. When we get our financial house in order, we create margin for generosity to flourish.3. Vision: Seeing Where God Is WorkingPeople don't give to spreadsheets or buildings—they give to vision. When we can picture the impact of our giving, we're motivated to invest more deeply.A clear vision fuels generosity. Ask yourself: Where has God stirred my heart? What Kingdom work do I feel most passionate about? When we see how our resources can change lives—whether feeding children, funding missions, or supporting local ministries—we begin to give with joy and purpose.4. Community: Encouragement from OthersGenerosity rarely happens in isolation. We need relationships that encourage us to live open-handedly. When we surround ourselves with generous people—friends who talk about giving, pray about giving, and celebrate giving—we're inspired to do the same.Scripture reminds us that we are to “spur one another on toward love and good deeds” (Hebrews 10:24). Community reminds us that generosity isn't just an individual act—it's part of how the body of Christ functions together.5. Planning: Giving with IntentionFinally, generosity grows through intentional planning. I've seen it over and over in my work as a financial planner: when people create a plan for their giving, their generosity increases dramatically—sometimes fivefold.A plan brings clarity and purpose. It helps you set a “finish line” for lifestyle and accumulation so you can redirect more toward eternal purposes. Without a plan, even well-intentioned believers often give sporadically or reactively. With one, generosity becomes a consistent and joyful part of life.Moving Toward Greater GenerosityThese five layers—spiritual condition, financial health, vision, community, and planning—build upon each other. Each represents a step toward living and giving as God intended.So, which one are you ready to work on today?The journey toward generosity isn't about guilt—it's about grace. As we align our hearts, habits, and plans with God's purposes, we discover the joy of giving that truly reflects His character.On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions:I'm considering a reverse mortgage and wondering—if I were to get one—whether my creditors could come after the proceeds.How can younger people today start building wealth? What are some practical strategies to grow financially—and how can we stay positive and motivated when so many in our generation don't seem to think that way?I run a small architecture business, but my income has been inconsistent over the past few years. My financial advisor suggested I take a salaried job to help pay down debt and stabilize our family's finances. If I do that, how should I communicate with a potential employer that I'd like to keep my business on the side—and is that even wise to do?I've been researching digital currencies and the broader move toward electronic money. With more people, including political figures, showing support for it—and with lower fees and more direct transactions—what's your take on where this is heading?My husband is 65 and retired, and I'm 56 and still working. I've heard that a spouse can collect half of the other's Social Security benefit once they reach a certain age. Is that true, and how does it work?Resources Mentioned:Faithful Steward: FaithFi's New Quarterly Magazine (Become a FaithFi Partner)Open Hands FinanceWisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on MoneyLook At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and AnxietyRich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich FoolFind a Certified Kingdom Advisor (CKA)FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions every workday at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. You can also visit FaithFi.com to connect with our online community and partner with us as we help more people live as faithful stewards of God's resources. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dave and Alonso return from their travels and catch up on some autumnal arthouse fare. Subscribe and review us at Apple Podcasts, follow us @linoleumcast on Bluesky, Instagram, and Facebook, gonna call on Legba. Join our Patreon and get cool stuff, including this show, ad-free! https://patreon.com/LinoleumKnife Subscribe to Dave's magazine! https://sluggish.ghost.io Buy the new edition of Alonso's Christmas-movies book! https://bit.ly/3J155I8 

A practice built with character is a practice made up of loyalty, positive culture, and long-term growth. Kiera provides listeners with a list of questions to ask that will set the tone for showing up as the best, truest version. She then gives specific takeaways to meet that ideal culture and stay consistent. Episode resources: Subscribe to The Dental A-Team podcast Schedule a Practice Assessment Leave us a review Transcript: The Dental A Team (00:01) Hello, Dental A Team listeners, this is Kiera. And today, I hope you're having an amazing day. I hope you're having fun. I hope you remember that dentistry is honestly the greatest profession we could ever get to be a part of. So I hope you're just so excited. I hope you're loving your life. I hope you're happy. I hope that if you're not, that you're committing to make a change in the next week so that way you can be happy. My husband showed me this reel the other day that said, it was from like, I don't know, a Buddhist monk, I think. And he said that yesterday is dead.   Today is all we have and tomorrow is not born yet. And so don't wait for the happy life. You want the happy day. And I've thought about this so much because I think so many of us wait for happiness. We wait and we think, once I get this or once I do that or when I have the team or when my practice doesn't have this, then I'll be happy. Then I won't be stressed. And it's like, no, it's actually on the day. It's today. It's the decisions I'm making today. It's the pieces that I'm doing today and finding that happy.   And they said when you can have a happy day is when you have the happy life. I think when you can have the less like the more stress free day more consistently, it's when you have the more stress free life consistently. And so with that, just reminding you that it's okay. You don't have to do this alone. And I'm here for you and our team's here for you. And dentistry really is one of the greatest professions you could ever be a part of. So welcome. I hope that if you're new to the podcast, welcome. I'm Kiera. I love dentistry. I love helping people. love life.   And I love helping people get the life that they always dreamed of and making that a reality. Today, I wanna talk about ⁓ character. My dad and I were talking and my dad said, in the word character, there's the word act. And I had never picked up that the word character has act. ⁓ And I wanna talk about some leadership pieces today and culture pieces for your practice on building a practice with character and how people act. And...   I think character is something that you hire, yes, of like how people are naturally and who they are naturally, but also I think it's something that you do lead. ⁓ when we look at this, like when you have a practice of character of how people are acting, it does create loyalty, it does create culture, and it does create long-term growth. And so for everybody just going through that, ⁓ looking at that and seeing what is your character possibly? What is the character of your practice possibly?   And what things can we do to evolve your character to make it be a place of things that you want, of the loyalty, the culture, the long-term team. ⁓ And when I look at really awesome practices, the way people act and the character that that practice has is truly something embedded deep into the roots of that practice. going through that, ⁓ Dental A Team's goal is to help offices build to scale, to have the life that they want, ⁓ but to do it in a way that's meaningful.   that it's fulfilling, that it has purpose for you. And so ⁓ this is truly trying to help build a culture for team members to stay, for patients to be raving and for leaders to truly be proud of the practice that they built. So character with this act, like step one, if you want, like we'll just kind of go into this whole process is like how you act when it's hard. ⁓ And I think when I look at teams,   Culture is something that's like not built during easy times, it's revealed during the hard ones. When our production's not hit, when the cash flow's not there, when like all the things are pushing upon you, how do you act? Do you respond with conflict with consistency, clarity and compassion? Do you admit mistakes as a leader? Do you prioritize long-term trust over short-term comfort? Like how is your character in those hard times? And for you as a doctor, and there's the book, Extreme Ownership by Jacque Willings, and I think about this so much of   Like, okay, what is my culture of my company? But what is the culture of me? Because my team ultimately is a reflection of me and how do I act? In high school, I was nominated as most poised and I thought that was such a weird phrase for me to get like most poised. But I actually think about that a lot and like when things are hard, do I lose my temper? Do I yell? Do I shout? How do I act? For me, I almost think like I have the tiger like queen strength. Like what if I was the queen of this   I don't know, like kingdom, my business. Who do I need to show up as? And that character, like really looking to see how do you act. And it's crazy because when you look at a team and you want a team to be a certain way, you got to look at the leaders and how are they showing up? How are they acting? And when my dad talked about this character, it's all about how you act. It's how you act in the hard times, how you act in the good times, how you act when no one's watching. It's how you act when people are watching. And what is your ultimate character in your practice? And so, ⁓   When doctors start to have consistency, clarity, and compassion, when you say like, kind is clear, ⁓ when you're more clear, when you admit mistakes and you have humility, but in addition to that, you also are focusing on making sure that I don't just admit the mistake, but I find the solution to the mistake so it doesn't happen again. ⁓ When we're doing long-term, we have uncomfortable conversations and we're building trust over short-term solutions. Like I'm not just saying things.   And who I was at a leader at the beginning of the NLA team compared to who I am today, she's a much more mature grownup version of herself. ⁓ And it came through a lot of these hard conversations. It came through a lot of these hard awarenesses. It came from asking people, but also asking myself, did I show up as the person that I want to be and the leader that my team needs me to be? And if not, what do I need to do to change that? And so   Thinking about that, that's the culture you're building. And as much as I don't want to be like a rip on leaders, leaders are the mold. Like how you, what you do and don't do is a subconscious theme that runs through your practice. And so I think when people feel like they have no hope and they have no way of changing things and there, there is no solution. The answer is like, there actually is a solution. There actually is a process and a path out. It just sometimes is starting with you.   and not sometimes starting with you, it's always starting with you. And so if you can focus on building that and the culture you're building constantly, that's going to help and that's gonna lead into the next phase and that's gonna be through core values. And core values, I used to think were so laissez-faire. I was like, yeah, yeah, yeah, core values. But ⁓ really it's hard to hire the character you want. It's hard to continue to create it if you don't even know.   what it looks like in your practice. so core values kind of give this like framework. call them like, to me, they're like a cookie cutter is how I envision it. Like here's the cookie cutter, not like that we're a cookie cutter practice, but it's the shape. So a cookie cutter shapes the dough into what they want it to be. And core value shape the practice into what we want it to be and helps us have this, I would say filter of who we're hiring for. And so it's, what are the three to five core values that define your team and how you work? Now owners,   Go back to when you first started your practice and what were the three core things that really made your practice what you want it to be? For me, it was always do the right thing, fun and ease. Like from day one, those were the pieces. Those are our core. And if you look at it, it's do the right thing for the company and the practice. We like to have a ton of fun when we're doing it. I I love sprinkles. I love to the sparkles. I love to add the glitter. I love to add the fun. I love to surprise and delight. And then it's to do everything with ease. How can I make this easier for a practice? I don't want things to be hard for an office.   But like that's truly the core of when I started a Dental A team. Now we've evolved into who we want people to be on our team. We have other people, pieces of ownership. We have pieces of passion for excellence and results focused. We have pieces of grit. And so there's other core values that have come and there's core and then there's aspirational. ⁓ But I want to make sure that the people we're hiring and filtering through have that character in them already. I don't want to try to develop that in them. I want to expand it once they're a part of our company.   but I don't want to try and convince somebody to have grit. Like grit's a core portion of you. So what that does is once we figure out what our core of our company is, then we have those in our hiring, we have those in our reviews, we have those in our meetings and decision-making. I can't tell you how many times I've gone to the core values when I've been looking at team members and I look to see rating this person on our core values, how do they fit? And a lot of times the people that are not elevating our team are the ones who usually are getting lower scores on the core values.   And it becomes very crystal clear for me. And so what we do is we hire. So when you're having this, you hire based on core values. You filter your company right now based on your core values. And again, this is the code of conduct of how we act. This is the character, the culture that I want to have in my practice. And when you start to bring people in like this, when I start to have people who naturally do the right thing, naturally look for ease, naturally have passion for excellence and results focus, naturally have grit, and they've got life experiences to teach me about that.   They fit into our company. And when I started to really like, I'm not talking service level, but dig into this and to have the character and the culture and the company, this is when team alignment flourishes. You get reviews, things feel easy. Like there's this mystical flow of businesses that I always thought was so impossible to get. And I found out that actually it's real. And so when you have it, you start to build this culture.   And so what I say for you is write down your values. do assess ours. get our core values get assessed every single quarter. We define them. We have them there. The team works on them every single Wednesday. We have core value shout out every single Wednesday in the company. We have them on their monthly one-on-ones. We have them in their reviews and we review them every quarter to make sure these truly are the guiding core values of our company. I have changed them multiple times throughout ownership ⁓ because it's about the character and the culture of how we act.   And then this is something that goes up on the wall. So for you guys in your offices, have your core values everywhere. We review them every single quarter. The team knows them, but they're part of the core of who you are and what you guys act and believe in. And the number three is like having a culture of accountability and grace. so that's balancing. Like I found leadership as a balance of high expectations and genuine care. And I actually think Britt on our team does such a great job of this, of like, these are the expectations. These are the standards. This is our culture.   but there's also like a care of you as a human and being fair to you and ⁓ having that. it's like, and Britt is so good at clear expectations and follow through consistently where we don't just say this is how we act and this is what we do. And then that's kind of like tossed in the back corner and how we truly act, that's your true character. So it's one of those things like we don't want our core values and our company to be aspirational. We want it to be accurate. And so,   Use feedback as a tool and not punishment. I used to be really, really bad at this. This is a zone that is like a huge growth for me of giving honest feedback. And I remember I had a team member tell me once like, Kiera, you don't always have to tell me I'm doing a great job. If I'm not doing a great job, I want you to tell me and give me that feedback so I can get better. so it's having a culture of how we act, if we give feedback and we have honest feedback, we don't shy away from those uncomfortable conversations, but we do them with grace and true, genuine care.   And then I think about my husband in their hospital and they have a culture where it's a no fault culture. And what they want is they want people to bring their mistakes to the table with the solutions. That way they can continually fix and improve the culture there and improve the protocols. And working in a hospital, think that's so important because at the end of the day, we don't want patients to die. And so if people do make mistakes, which are going to happen, they're celebrating those. They're celebrating the wins and they're...   just as often as we're correcting and fixing mistakes. But we're doing it in a way where that's our culture. So it's these high expectations with this genuine care. And when I found that leaders actually have these feedback loops, when they give them on their one-on-ones, when they tell them true feedback or there's true ownership within an organization, your morale improves, the passive aggressive nature diminishes, ⁓ people feel less egg shelly. There's a culture of trust. There's a...   There's a culture of ⁓ being around people that you enjoy being around because you're not scared of what are people saying about you. But when this doesn't happen, people walk on eggshells and it's artificial harmony. And I think artificial harmony is one of the best ways to describe it. And so looking at your practice to see, do we have feedback? Do we have artificial harmony? ⁓ And don't lie to yourself. Don't make it worse than it is and don't make it better than it is, but make it realistic up to what it is.   because this is something where if we don't have feedback and we're not having one-on-ones and we're not able to have like open to where I'm giving feedback on a consistent basis rather than just when you're in trouble or when you've done something wrong, I'm doing it when you're doing something right, I'm doing it when we're doing something wrong, all of that's gonna be super important for us. And so looking at that to see where is the true character and culture of my company. And so when I look at this, it's like characters in hard times, core values are part of the core.   and then we have accountability with grace. Like that's the formula. Like who are we, what's our culture, what's our character, what are our core values? And then how do we have accountability with grace and love? And I think when practices really take this on, you're able, and like owners especially, that's gonna trickle down to the rest of your team. It's gonna trickle down to every other person in your practice. So for this, this is how you build a legacy practice. This is how you build.   a culture that can withstand the growth and the bumps and the hard times and the great times. It's the one where you know these people are gonna be with you for a long time. And so this is where it starts with character, not just KPIs. Like both are important, but having a practice of character of how we act and really thinking of how do we really act on the hard times, on the good times, on the bad times, on the rocky times? What are our core values? And then what's our accountability and check-in and feedback? When you get those pieces in play,   It's magic. It's incredible. And it's not overnight. These things don't happen overnight, but they are incredible for you. So I would just say like, this is leadership. This is leadership 101 for you. This is how you build it. And hopefully just giving you another perspective and some ideas of how you can improve the culture and the character of your practice with ease. If we can help in any way, we want to help you build a practice that stands out because of who you are, to where you get people coming to your practice because of the raving reviews in the community.   of the culture of the reputation and so building that for you and you might not be there today, but that's okay. We can get you there as long as you're willing to put in the work you're willing to change and you're willing to evolve. And that's something I'm obsessed with. So let us help you reach out and ⁓ you can reach out at Hello@TheDentalATeam.com. can go to our website, click on a book, a call, let's talk about it. It's okay. It's a no judgment zone. It's just there with true love, with true solutions to help you.   This is what we're obsessed with. This is what we do. And as always, thanks for listening. I'll catch you next time on the Dental A Team Podcast.

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