Podcast appearances and mentions of Chris Kennedy

Longtime CKP fan favorite Jon R. Osborne joins the show to discuss his new 4HU collaboration with Mark Wandrey — “Caveat Emptor.”  Chris Kennedy also updates readers on this month's slate of CKP new releases. CKP New Release Segment: ·         Interstellar Endgame by Dawn Chapman (Through Steel and Stars) ·         Fortunes of War by Michael LaVoice (The Gladius Leagues) ·         Caveat Emptor by Jon R. Osborne and Mark Wandrey (4HU) ·         Reclamation by Chris Kennedy (Kingdom Lost) ·         Daughter of Shippo by Melissa Olthoff (Salvage Bunny/Salvage Title) Interview Segment: Jon Osborne ·         Writing a fun story first. ·         Tying into the 4HU Kickstarter RPG. ·         Moving into the endgame for the 4HU. ·         Rebirth of the 4HU. ·         Crafting characters who are humorous, not comical. ·         Jon's upcoming projects. Visit jonrosborne.com to learn more about Jon and his books. You can also follow him on Facebook, X, and Instagram. Five-star reviews on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc. are much appreciated, as are show likes and channel subscriptions on the CKP YouTube Channel. To learn more about CKP and its books, visit chriskennedypublishing.com.

CKP mainstay John E. Seirs returns to the show to discuss “Shadow on the Moon,” the latest entry in his wildly popular “Lunar Free State” series.  Chris Kennedy also updates readers on this month's slate of CKP new releases and previews a wild new series collaboration with Fred Hughes coming later this year! CKP New Release Segment: ·         Hero's Destiny by Fred Hughes (Heroes of Brittania) ·         Reversal by Chris Kennedy (Kingdom Lost) ·         Shadow on the Moon by John E. Siers (Lunar Free State) ·         Recon by Fire by Chris Kennedy (Symbiote Wars) Interview Segment: John Siers ·         Early origins of the Lunar Free State ·         Writing complex characters and multi-arc stories ·         Putting the wraps on a 12-book “trilogy” ·         What's next for the Lunar Free State? ·         John's choices for other authors who could write in the Lunar Free State universe Visit lunarfreestate.com to learn more about John and his books. You can also follow him on Facebook. Five-star reviews on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc. are much appreciated, as are show likes and channel subscriptions on the CKP YouTube Channel. To learn more about CKP and its books, visit chriskennedypublishing.com.

Get to know Colorado's state fish and its roller coaster history. Once abundant in the South Platte drainage, it's now found in only a few high-elevation streams and lakes. Josh Homer from our Leadville National Fish Hatchery in Colorado and Chris Kennedy from our Colorado Fish and Wildlife Conservation Office are guests. If you like cutthroat trout, you might also like these episodes:S3:E47 Lahontan Cutthroat Trout of Pyramid LakeS1: E11 Coastal Cutthroat TroutRead more: https://www.fws.gov/story/spiciest-trout-west

Scientific Sense Podcast ® by Gill Eapen: Prof. Chris Kennedy is professor of Linguistics at the University of Chicago. His work is geared towards discovering and describing the principles that are involved in relating linguistic forms to meanings; determining how this mapping is achieved through the interaction of properties of the linguistic system, properties of cognition more generally, and broader features of communicative contexts; and understanding the extent to which structural and typological features of language can be explained in terms of meaning.  Please subscribe to this channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/ScientificSense?sub_confirmation=1

Rev. Dr. Chris Kennedy joins us for an impactful discussion on the challenges and joys of pastoral ministry, exploring difficult sayings of Jesus and their relevance in today's church. We reflect on leadership, personal growth, and the importance of clear communication in ministering to others.• Reflecting on the joys of pastoral work, especially with youth • Navigating the complex challenges of human relationships in ministry • Understanding difficult teachings of Jesus in their proper context • Discussing the need for proactive change management in the church • Emphasizing growth and innovation as essential for ministry success • Hope for increased diversity and outreach to younger generations If you want to connect with Chris, visit his website at PastorChrisKennedy.com for more resources and updates on his work.Funny news, Real Talk & Spiritual Growth - Faith that's honest, Deep & Intentional Breaking down faith, culture & big questions - a mix of humor with real spiritual growth. Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showJoin the Lead Time Newsletter! (Weekly Updates and Upcoming Episodes)https://www.uniteleadership.org/lead-time-podcast#newsletterVisit uniteleadership.org

Bestselling fantasy author Jon R. Osborne discusses his new book, “House of Owls,” and the many exciting things happening around the world of the Milesian Accords. Chris Kennedy also stops by the show to discuss this months' slate of CKP new releases along with his upcoming appearances at MarsCon (Virginia Beach), MidSouthCon (Memphis), and the Superstars writing conference (Colorado Springs). CKP New Release Segment: ·         Hero's Shadow by Fred Hughs (Heroes of Brittania) ·         Blood of Her Father by Kacey Ezell and Marrisa Wolf (Ashes of Entecea)  ·         Disloyal Opposition by Jon Siers (Lunar Free State) ·         New Empires by William S. Frisbee (The Conglomerate) ·         House of Owls by Jon R. Osborne (Milesian Accords) ·         Opening Moves by Chris Kennedy (Symbiote Wars) Interview Segment: Jon Osborne ·         Introducing the House of Owls ·         Infusing Celtic mythology into the Milesian Acords ·         Writing ancient mythology characters into a modern society setting ·         Giving obscure Celtic characters their time to shine on the page ·         Writing by the seat of the pants… with a plan ·         More Milesian books on the way ·         Jon's Berserkers return to the 4HU Visit jonrosborne.com to learn more about Jon and his books. You can also follow him on Facebook. Five-star reviews on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc. are much appreciated, as are show likes and channel subscriptions on the CKP YouTube Channel. To learn more about CKP and its books, visit chriskennedypublishing.com.

Peter J Aldin returns, this time with AJ Gordon as we discus solutions to the dangers of navigating hypersapce, writing science-fiction vs fantasy, and whether there is a place in creative work for AI. We also chat about the co-authoring experience, the evolution of extraterrestrial human variants, and settling the solar system. Chris Kennedy publishing gets a positive mention also. As usual, there are also the Big Questions. Books of theirs we discuss: The Outer Reaches trilogy (Iconic, Quaestor, and Far Horizons) Find Peter J Aldin at: petealdin.com and AJ Gordon at: alienpress.org Further info on this and other episodes, as well as author info and content, can be found at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AlternateFutures.co.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you're on Wordpress.com, you can follow the podcast at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠alternatefuturespodcast.wordpress.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Finally, you can follow my articles on science fiction, socio-technological issues, and futurism at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠alternatefutures.substack.com⁠

MindShareTV: Dr. Chris Kennedy Previews AI Focus CDN @EdTech_Summit @UofT Date: 09/11/2024

Chris Kennedy reflects on the many successes of #CKPBooks in 2024 and looks ahead to the company's 2025 horizon. Chris also previews his upcoming relaunch of the “Symbiote Wars” series with an exclusive reading from book one. CKP New Release Segment: ·         The Darkness by William S. Frisbee Jr. (The Conglomerate) ·         Symbiote Wars by Chris Kennedy (Symbiote Wars) ·         Chernobog's Wrath by H.Y. Gregor (The Milesian Accords) Interview Segment: Chris Kennedy ·         The return of Symbiote Wars ·         New covers and new adventures ·         Chris's “Kingdom Lost” series to debut in 2025 ·         What readers want, readers get Five-star reviews on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc. are much appreciated, as are show likes and channel subscriptions on the CKP YouTube Channel. To learn more about CKP and its books, visit chriskennedypublishing.com.

Series: Vision Insights S1 Ep2Guests: Chris Kennedy, Seattle Mariners and Rob Thacker, AEGTopic: Strategy and Analytics

Josh Sebo (COO of OfferVault), Adam Young (CEO of Ringba), industry legend Harrison Gevirtz and special guests Jerry Moody & Chris Kennedy (Co-Founders of AstraFuse) discuss: - Wearing different hats as a business owner. - What is AstraFuse and how it got started? - Risks and struggles associated with starting a new business. - Should you go Direct or work with a Network? - Extreme Ownership - One-to-One consent and how it's going to affect Direct Media Buyers - Unconventional Verticals: Water Filtration Follow Us: OfferVault: WEBSITE: https://www.offervault.com/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/offervault INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/offervaultmarketing/ TWITTER: https://www.twitter.com/offervault LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/offer-vault/ Adam Young: RINGBA: https://www.ringba.com RINGBA's INNER CIRCLE: https://try.ringba.com/inner-circle/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/ringba INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/adamyoung/ TWITTER: https://www.twitter.com/arbitrage LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/capitalist Harrison Gevirtz: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/affiliate/ LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/harrisongevirtz/ Jerry Moody & Chris Kennedy: ASTRAFUSE: https://astrafuse.com/ LINKEDIN (Jerry): https://www.linkedin.com/in/moneystacks-jerry-moody/ LINKEDIN (Chris): https://www.linkedin.com/in/chkennedy/

Bestselling author and publisher Chris Kennedy — aka “the Factory Boss” — pulls double duty on this month's show to discuss the exciting new CKP assault anthology, EXPRESS ELEVATOR TO HELL, which he co-edited with April Jones. Chris also chats up this month's slate of CKP new releases. CKP News Segment: ·         SHADOW WIRED: ALLIANCE by Gustavo Bondi (Shadow Wired) ·         SALVAGE HARBINGER by Nick Steverson and Jason Cordova (Salvage Title) ·         TANGLED WEBS by Mark Wandrey (4HU) ·         TUGARIN'S REVENGE by H.Y. Gregor (Milesian Accords) ·         EXPRESS ELEVATOR TO HELL edited by Chris Kennedy and April Jones (CKP anthology) Interview Segment: Chris Kennedy ·         An anthology about assaults. ·         … it started at LibertyCon. ·         An all-star lineup of authors. ·         A solid foundation for future stories. ·         Chris's two rules for writing at CKP. ·         Chris reads an excerpt from story one. Five-star reviews on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc. are much appreciated, as are show likes and channel subscriptions on the CKP YouTube Channel. To learn more about CKP and its books, visit chriskennedypublishing.com.

New Mythology Press lead editor Rob Howell discusses the many exciting things happening at CKP's fantasy imprint and what readers can expect. He also talks upcoming conventions, the world of small press authors, and the journey of opening his own bookstore in Anthony, Kansas. Host Randall Willis also chats with Chris Kennedy about this month's slate of CKP new releases. PRODUCER'S NOTE: As discussed during this month's news segment, a Go Fund Me campaign has been established to help CKP author Jason Cordova in his fight against cancer. All donations are greatly appreciated at https://bit.ly/47IMV5K CKP News Segment: ·         SALVAGE PURGATORY by Nick Steverson, Jason Cordova, and Kevin Steverson (Salvage Title) ·         SHADOW WIRED: DOOMSDAY by Gustavo Bondoni (Shadow Wired) ·         REKA'S GRASP by H.Y. Gregor (The Milesian Accords) ·         THE RETURN by William Frisbee (The Conglomerate) Interview Segment: Rob Howell ·         Rob's new bookstore in Anthony, Kansas. ·         New Mythology Press ramps up with new releases from G. Scott Huggins, H.Y. Gregor and others. ·         Meshing multicultural mythologies into fantasy worlds. ·         Rob's upcoming works in the 4HU and others. ·         New Mythology Press launches its own mailing list for fantasy readers. Visit chriskennedypublishing.com/fantasy to learn more about New Mythology Press or sign up for their mailing list. You can also visit robhowell.org to learn more about Rob or follow him on X, Facebook, and Discord. Five-star reviews on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc. are much appreciated, as are show likes and channel subscriptions on the CKP YouTube Channel. To learn more about CKP and its books, visit chriskennedypublishing.com.

CKP newcomer Gustavo Bondoni joins the show to discuss the wild ride that is his new cyberpunk-thriller novel, SHADOW WIRED. Host Randall Willis also chats with Chris Kennedy about this month's slate of CKP new releases. PRODUCER'S NOTE: SHADOW WIRED is now live for sale on Amazon at the time of this episode's release. Grab your copy here! CKP News Segment: ·         SHADOW WIRED by Gustavo Bondoni (Shadow Wired) ·         RESPONSIBILITY OF THE FLEET by G. Scott Huggins (Endless Ocean) ·         FAR HORIZONS by A.J. Gordon (Outer Reaches) ·         HERO'S LEGACY by Fred Hughes (Heroes of Brittania) Interview Segment: Gustavo Bondoni ·         Gus's cyberpunk inspirations. ·         Entering the mind of a hacker operative. ·         Writing total non-stop action in a near-future world. ·         A trilogy and then some? ·         Gus's upcoming con schedule. Visit gustatobondoni.com to learn more about Gustavo and his books. You can also follow him on Facebook and X. Five-star reviews on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc. are much appreciated, as are show likes and channel subscriptions on the CKP YouTube Channel. To learn more about CKP and its books, visit chriskennedypublishing.com.

CKP fan-favorite authors Casey Moores and Melissa Olthoff talk near-future battle mechs, conflicts, and complex character relationships in their new novel, FORLORN HOPE, aka the latest installment of the Blood and Armor series. Host Randall Willis also chats with Chris Kennedy about this month's slate of CKP new releases. CKP News Segment: ·         FORLORN HOPE by Casey Moores and Melissa Olthoff (Blood and Armor) ·         QUAESTOR by Pete Alden (Outer Reaches) ·         SALVAGE RACE by David Alan Jones (Salvage Title) ·         WAR CRIMINAL by P.A. Piatt (Abner Fortis ISMC) Interview Segment: Melissa and Casey ·         Collaborating with friends. ·         Casey's role as Blood and Armor “content shepherd.” ·         Brining a female POV to Blood and Armor ·         Writing near-future military science fiction. ·         The return of Buff Orpington in the 4HU. ·         More to come from the Hit World Valkyries. Visit melissaolthoff.net to learn more about Melissa and her books. You can also follow her on Facebook, X, Discord, and Instagram. Visit caseymoores.net to learn more about Casey and his books. You can also follow him on Facebook, Instagram, X, and BookBub. Five-star reviews on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc. are much appreciated, as are show likes and channel subscriptions on the CKP YouTube Channel. To learn more about CKP and its books, visit chriskennedypublishing.com.

Host Polly Swingle is joined by The Recovery Project's Shandra Hamilton, PT, DPT, Racquel Knesel, MA, CCC-SLP, Paige Boll, COTAL, and Chris Kennedy, Certified Personal Trainer, to talk about the new Power Over Parkinson's Program (POPP) at The Recovery Project's Clinton Township location. Listen in to learn about this comprehensive, multi-discipline, intensive, evidence-based program that provides PT, OT, SLP, training, wellness programing, and education to PD patients consisting of 5-6 hours per day 3 days per week for a 2 week duration.Shandra Hamilton, PT, DPT, received her doctorate from Ohio University. She is PWR! certified, and is a certified PoNS Trainer.Racquel Knesel, MA, CCC-SLP, graduated with a Master's degree from Wayne State University. She is certified in Vital Stim, SpeakOut!, and Manual Therapy for Voice and Swallowing.Paige Boll, COTAL, specializes in the treatment of neurological conditions and has a specific passion for Parkinson's and spinal cord injuries. Paige is certified in PWR! and Rock Steady Boxing for the management of Parkinson's Disease.Chris Kennedy, Certified Personal Trainer, graduated with a Bachelor's of science in Exercise Science from Saginaw Valley State University.  He is also a Certified Rock Steady Boxing Head Coach.Learn more about The Recovery Project! View our website at www.therecoveryproject.net Call us 855-877-1944 to become a patient Follow us on Instagram Like us on Facebook Thanks for listening!

Longtime CKP editor Mia Kleve discusses her role in shaping the new 4HU anthology, BUREAU 42, alongside universe mega-author Kevin Ikenberry. Host Randall Willis also chats with Chris Kennedy about this month's slate of CKP new releases as well as the recent LibertyCon extravaganza in Chattanooga, Tennessee. NOTE: Be sure to check out the Inside CKP “After Action Report” on LibertyCon featuring several CKP authors who attended. The episode is now available on the CKP YouTube Channel. CKP News Segment: ·         THREE PLAYER GAME by John Siers (Lunar Free State) ·         BUREAU 42 edited by Kevin Ikenberry and Mia Kleve (4HU anthology) ·         PRINCE IMPERATOR by Fred Hughes (Prince of Brittania) ·         REMNANTS OF EMPIRE edited by Kacey Ezell (Ashes of Entecea anthology) Interview Segment: Mia Kleve ·         From avid reader to IT pro to powerhouse editor. ·         Editing with Kevin J. Anderson and Chris Kennedy. ·         Tips for newbie writers when dealing with editors. ·         The different types of editing services. ·         The evolution of publishing in the digital era. ·         Bureau 42: a book of cold case stories… with mech armor. ·         The 4HU hits 95 books and counting. Visit mrkdup.com to learn more about Mia's editing services. You can also interact with her in the CKP: The Factor Floor Facebook group. Visit alienpress.org to learn more about Andre and his work. You can also follow him on Facebook. Five-star reviews on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc. are much appreciated, as are show likes and channel subscriptions on the CKP YouTube Channel. To learn more about CKP and its books, visit chriskennedypublishing.com.

All in 24 Minutes or less… In Season 5, Episode 8, Travis sits down with Chris Kennedy, Senior Vice President of Business Strategy & Analytics at Seattle Mariners. Chris started his career off with the US Marine Corps before getting into the sports industry. Tune into hear how hard work and key learnings from living in Italy help him in his day-to-day. 3 Hot Topics: ✅ Innovation in Analytics ✅ Understanding Consumer Behaviors  ✅ Insights to Help with Sponsorship www.52weeksofhustle.com Book Available - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735610801 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris Kennedy is the Superintendent of Schools/CEO at West Vancouver Schools. He has taught secondary English and Social Studies, and been both an elementary and secondary school principal. One of the most progressive voices in BC education, Chris has been featured by Macleans Magazine as one of the 100 Young Canadians to Watch and his work has been featured in various local and national publications. He was recently named one of the Top 10 Canadian Newsmakers in Educational Technology. He is joined by Eric Xie, a 12th grade student in the West Vancouver School district. Eric is incredibly passionate about AI,  acting as both a consumer and creator. He also participates in robotics competitions as part of the school's "TenTon Robotics" team. Highlights from the episode include: why it is important for schools, especially teachers and students,  to lead the conversation on AI - not technology companies; the challenge of building a balance between exploration/experimentation and safety guardrails; positive and negative use cases for generative AI technologies in the classroom; the value of developing the "right" prompts when interacting with AI tools; a debate over whether these new technologies will really transform education; and a lightning round that features an unpopular opinion directly from ChatGPT!Check out Chris' Blog: The Culture of YesQuestions? Thoughts? Feedback? Email us at  freerangehumanspod@gmail.com or Tweet us at @jal_mehta and @Rodroad219

CKP newcomers Peter Aldin and Andre “AJ” Gordon discuss their new scifi novel ICONIC, which serves as book one in their new Outer Reaches series. Host Randall Willis also chats with Chris Kennedy about this month's slate of CKP new releases. CKP News Segment: ·         Devil's Outpost by Chris Maddox (Devil's Choir) ·         Iconic by Peter Aldin and A.J. Gordon (Outer Reaches) ·         No Further by Bill Fawcet and Casey Moores (Blood and Armor) Interview Segment: Peter Aldin and A.J. Gordon ·         A classic story of human resilience in the distant future. ·         When “plotters and pantsers” collaborate. ·         Crafting unique character voices. ·         Swerving readers with unpredictability. ·         Setting up Outer Reaches books two and three for release later this summer. Visit petealdin.com to learn more about Pete and his books. You can also follow him on Facebook, Instagram, and Goodreads. Visit alienpress.org to learn more about Andre and his work. You can also follow him on Facebook. Five-star reviews on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc. are much appreciated, as are show likes and channel subscriptions on the CKP YouTube Channel. To learn more about CKP and its books, visit chriskennedypublishing.com.

Public interest in intergenerational (IG) programs and practices are growing, spurred by the recognition that the synergy between younger and older generations can address mutual needs and aspirations. Research underscores the manifold benefits of IG programs, with participants of all ages experiencing diminished susceptibility to age-based stereotypes, enriched perspectives on life, skill acquisition, expanded social networks, and avenues for civic engagement and community service. As the IG landscape evolves nationally and internationally, there's a call for enhanced training for professionals and broader access to resources, diverse program models, support systems, and evaluative research affirming program effectiveness. The Mid-Atlantic Intergenerational Conference, slated for July at the Lancaster Holiday Inn and hosted by Penn State University, is poised to be a focal point for stakeholders invested in IG initiatives. Tailored for community-based organizations, the conference beckons staff members, administrators, educators, scholars, advocates, volunteers, students, and others keen on deepening their understanding of intergenerational programs. To delve into the intricacies of IG dynamics and the significance of the upcoming conference, we featured on The Spark; Chris Kennedy, a nationally acclaimed thought leader in aging-in-place, elucidated the fundamental tenets of intergenerational collaboration. Ian Sanchez, the community relations specialist at Lancaster County Community Foundation, shared insights into local efforts fostering intergenerational connections. Dr. Matt Kaplan, a distinguished professor specializing in Intergenerational programs and aging at Penn State University, provided scholarly perspectives on the transformative potential of intergenerational initiatives.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Charles E. Gannon and Chris Kennedy discuss Admiral and Commander, part two; and Tinker by Wen Spencer, Part 50. View the podcast in video form at https://www.baen.com/podcastfiles/mp3/video-baen-free-radio-hour-Admiral-and-Commander-Part-Two-Tinker-Part-50.mp4 and the Baen YouTube Channel.

CKP fan favorite Jo Boone discusses her return to publishing after a two-year hiatus with her new novel, THE CELESTIAL SEA, book three in her Combined Service series. Host Randall Willis also chats with Chris Kennedy about the 2024 convention season and this month's slate of CKP new releases. CKP News Segment: ·         Celestial Sea by Jo Boone (Combined Service) ·         Companion to ghosts by Kacey Ezell and David Shadoin (4HU) ·         Trial by Gods by D.T. Read (The Seventh Shaman) ·         No Fail by Casey Moores (Blood and Armor) ·         Conqueror's Promise by Chris Kennedy and Kacey Ezell (Ashes of Entecea) Interview Segment: Jo Boone ·         Origins of the Combined Service series ·         Writing tropes from other genres into scifi ·         Unraveling deep space mysteries with no memory ·         Enter the ghost ship ·         Crafting stories for readers of all ages ·         Writing scifi from a real-world science background Visit joboone.com to learn more about Jo and her books. You can also follow her on Facebook. Five-star reviews on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc. are much appreciated, as are show likes and channel subscriptions on the CKP YouTube Channel. To learn more about CKP and its books, visit chriskennedypublishing.com.

Charles E. Gannon and Chris Kennedy discuss Admiral and Commander, part one; and Tinker by Wen Spencer, Part 49. View the podcast in video form at https://www.baen.com/podcastfiles/mp3/video-baen-free-radio-hour-Admiral-and-Commander-Part-One-Tinker-Part-49.mp4 and the Baen YouTube Channel.

It's Monday, April 22nd, A.D. 2024. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard at www.TheWorldview.com. I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Adam McManus Bible-tweet case to be heard at Finnish Supreme Court Päivi Räsänen, Finland's former Minister of Interior and a sitting Finnish parliamentarian, will stand trial for a third time for her Bible-verse tweet, as confirmed by the Supreme Court of Finland, reports Alliance Defending Freedom.   Despite the Christian grandmother of 11 being acquitted unanimously of “hate speech” charges before both the Helsinki District Court, and the Court of Appeal, the State prosecutor appealed the case. The Supreme Court has agreed to hear that appeal on a date to be set in the future. Räsänen stands criminally charged for sharing her Biblically-based views on marriage and sexual ethics, in a 2019 tweet, and in a 2004 pamphlet which she wrote for her church, cantered on Genesis 1:27 which explains that God created men and women.  Commenting on the Supreme Court's decision, Räsänen said, “This was not just about my opinions, but about everyone's freedom of expression.” Paul Coleman, Executive Director of ADF International, is supporting Räsänen's legal defense. He said, “This is a watershed case in the story of Europe's creeping censorship. In a democratic Western nation in 2024, nobody should be on trial for their faith – yet throughout the prosecution of Päivi Räsänen and Bishop [Juhana] Pohjola, we have seen something akin to a ‘heresy' trial, where Christians are dragged through court for holding beliefs that differ from the approved orthodoxy of the day.  “The state's insistence on continuing this prosecution after almost five long years, despite such clear and unanimous rulings from the lower courts, is alarming. The process is the punishment in such instances, resulting in a chill on free speech for all citizens observing.”  House Passes $95 Billion Foreign Aid Package On Saturday, the House of Representatives passed legislation that would give financial assistance to American partners in the Indo-Pacific, Ukraine, and Israel, reports The Epoch Times. This comes as House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) faces growing discontent among conservatives, particularly over the billions in funding for Ukraine and its lack of border security measures. The House passed the $61 billion aid package for Ukraine in a 311–112 vote. The $8 billion measure providing for Indo-Pacific and Taiwanese security passed in a 385–34 vote. Another bill funding $26 billion for Israel passed 366–58. JOHNSON: “The world is destabilized and it's a tinderbox. It's a dangerous time. Three of our primary adversaries -- Russia and Iran and China -- are working together and they're being aggressors around the globe. They're a global threat to our prosperity and our security. Their advance threatens the free world and it demands American leadership. If we turn our backs right now, the consequences could be devastating.” Now that it's been passed by the House, the legislation will go to the Senate as a single package, where it's expected to easily pass. Former Congresswoman: American Democrats have joined Team Hamas & Iran In an interview on “Understanding the Times with Jan Markell,” former Republican Congresswoman Michelle Bachmann bemoaned the fact that President Joe Biden, Secretary of State Antony Blinken, and others in American political leadership, have seemingly abandoned Team Israel and joined Team Hamas. BACHMANN: “Now, we're seeing a shift with the White House, with the President and the Vice President, with the leading Jew in the United States, which would be Chuck Schumer, the head of the United States Senate, with our Secretary of State Antony Blinken, with Nancy Pelosi, who is essentially the head of the House of Representatives, as far as the Democrats are concerned. “They all came out one after another, just in this last two weeks, and they've come one by one to condemn Israel, and to tell Israel, ‘You're going to lose this war. You're going to pull back.' They've gone so far as to embrace and move from Team Israel to Team Hamas. And, what's worse, the Democrat Party has embraced Team Iran!” Congresswoman Bachmann elaborated on Iran's goal. BACHMANN: “And the goal of Iran is very clear. The Ayatollah – [Seyyed Ali Hosseini Khamenei] -- made it very clear himself when he wrote his book in 2015. He said, ‘If Muslims and Palestinians unite and fight, the Zionist regime will not be in existence in 25 years.'  He wrote that, and he means it. Benjamin Netanyahu said, ‘I believe the sincerity of the Ayatollah,' knowing that no statement has changed that. “We just saw they were screaming ‘Death to America! Death to Israel!' They're following Islamic law. They believe that within a very short period of time they will realize their dream of killing every Jew in Israel and taking over the land.” Members of Kennedy Family endorse Biden over Kennedy Some members of the Kennedy family are backing President Joe Biden re-election bid even as their own relative, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., runs as an independent presidential candidate, reports The Blaze. RFK Jr.'s brother, Chris Kennedy, has gone as far as describing Biden as "the RFK of his generation." CHRIS KENNEDY: “When I think of modern politicians in our country in this century, I think Joe Biden is the RFK of his generation.” And Rory Kennedy, a sister of RFK, Jr, described Biden this way. RORY KENNEDY: “This is a president who embodies the Kennedy legacy.” Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who has 10 siblings, is the son of the late U.S. Sen. Robert F. Kennedy, who was assassinated in 1968. In response to his siblings' endorsements of Joe Biden for president, Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. tweeted, “I hear some of my family will be endorsing President Biden today. I am pleased they are politically active — it's a family tradition. We are divided in our opinions but united in our love for each other. ... My campaign, which many of my family members are working on and supportive of, is about healing America.” Australian bishop forgives his Muslim stabber And finally, the Australian bishop, who was stabbed in the middle of a sermon during a church service on Monday and is recovering in the hospital, has forgiven his alleged attacker, reports the Christian Post. Bishop Mari Emmanuel, age 53, has been in the hospital since he was stabbed by a 15-year-old male while in the middle of a livestreamed service at the Assyrian Christ the Good Shepherd church in Wakeley. A 39-year-old priest was also allegedly stabbed after attempting to intervene. Other churchgoers were hurt in the scuffle as well. All are expected to make full recoveries. The bishop is now asking his supporters to emulate Jesus, through "Christlike" behavior, rather than engaging in vengeful words or actions following the attack. In Luke 6:27-28, Jesus said, “Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you.” Close And that's The Worldview in 5 Minutes on this Monday, April 22nd in the year of our Lord 2024. Subscribe by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com. Or get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

Longtime writer and gaming expert Bill Fawcett joins the show to discuss his new military sci-fi novel, NEVER AGAIN, which is set in the near-future Blood and Armor Universe from CKP. Host Randall Willis also chats with Chris Kennedy about this month's slate of CKP new releases. CKP News Segment: ·         REVELATION by James Fox (Sol Saga) ·         PRINCE DOMINATOR by Fred Hughes (Prince of Brittania) ·         PALADINS OF VALOR (FantaSci anthology) ·         NEVER AGAIN by Bill Fawcett (Blood and Armor) ·         THE KING'S DAUGHTER by Chris Kennedy (Ashes of Entecea) Interview Segment: Bill Fawcett ·         Bill's 50-year legacy in scifi publishing and gaming ·         Remembering military scifi icon David Drake ·         From builder of games to builder of stories at CKP ·         Crafting a near-future Mil SF story (NEVER AGAIN) in today's Middle East ·         Meet the G.O.G. — a new type of power armor ·         Growing the Blood and Armor Universe with Casey Moores and Melissa Olthoff ·         “Welcome to Tank Trivia with Bill Fawcett” Five-star reviews on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc. are much appreciated, as are show likes and channel subscriptions on the CKP YouTube Channel. To learn more about CKP and its books, visit chriskennedypublishing.com.

This episode, Matt is joined by Chris Kennedy, who responded to a hateful letter from a neighbor by becoming Santa and spreading unconditional love and joy.

CKP fan favorites Kacey Ezell and Melissa Olthoff join the show for a wide-ranging discussion on all things worldbuilding, characters, and three hot new March releases. Host Randall Willis also chats with Chris Kennedy about this month's slate of CKP new releases. CKP News Segment: ·         FALLOUT ON DARSAANA by Melissa Olthoff (Salvage Title) ·         COMPANION IN CHAINS by Melissa Olthoff (4HU) ·         MOTHER EARTH by William S. Frisbee (The Last Marines) ·         THE QUEEN'S FIXER by Kacey Ezell (Ashes of Entecea) ·         HOLY war BY Paul Piatt (Abner Fortis ISMC) Interview Segment: Kacey Ezell and Melissa Olthoff ·         Channeling space opera stories of old with The Queen's Fixer. ·         Playing with Medieval themes in science fiction. ·         Magic vs. Religion in story. ·         What happens when technology becomes a source of power? ·         When tech becomes a character in the Salvage Title Universe. ·         Return of the chipmunks in the 4HU. ·         From practical jokers to brothers and sisters in arms… and writing. Visit kaceyezell.net or melissaolthoff.net to learn more about Kacy, Melissa, and their books. You can also follow both authors on Facebook and X. Five-star reviews on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, etc. are much appreciated, as are show likes and channel subscriptions on the CKP YouTube Channel. To learn more about CKP and its books, visit chriskennedypublishing.com.

Longtime CKP author Brisco Woods joins the show to discuss his new Fallen World novel, TRUTH AND CONSEQUENCES. Host Randall Willis also chats with Chris Kennedy about this month's slate of CKP new releases. CKP News Segment: ·         WOLF LEGION by William Frisbee (The Last Marines) ·         TRUTH AND CONSEQUENCES by Brisco Woods (Fallen World) ·         RETALIATION by James Fox (Sol Saga) Chris also discusses his latest collaboration with David Weber, TO CHALLENGE HEAVEN, and his new project with JN Chaney, SYMBIOTE WARS. Interview Segment: Brisco Woods ·         Brisco's origins as a writer. ·         A tale of family and how the Fallen World fell. ·         A deep dive into the technical weeds of the Fallen world Universe. ·         Brisco's work in the Salvage title Universe. ·         Brisco's love of Louis L'Amour and the Western genre. ·         Brisco's upcoming projects. Visit briscowoodsauthor.com to learn more about Brisco and his books. You can also follow him on Facebook. Five-star reviews on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, etc. are much appreciated, as are show likes and channel subscriptions on the CKP YouTube Channel. To learn more about CKP and its books, visit chriskennedypublishing.com.

In this informative episode, we dive deep into a conversation with Chris Kennedy from Bridge Alternatives about his career, investment strategies, and perspectives on managed futures. We take a detailed look at model complexity, the necessity of balance in trading, the impact of trend intimacy, and the challenges of creating efficient investment reporting methods. We also talk about the exciting possibilities of artificial intelligence in trading and the unique attributes of the commodity space. Learn about the compelling world of investment from an expert who has been integral to its development.This is “ReSolve Riffs” – published on YouTube every Friday afternoon to debate the most relevant investment topics of the day, hosted by Adam Butler, Mike Philbrick, and Rodrigo Gordillo of ReSolve Global* and Richard Laterman of ReSolve Asset Management.*ReSolve Global refers to ReSolve Asset Management SEZC (Cayman) which is registered with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission as a commodity trading advisor and commodity pool operator. This registration is administered through the National Futures Association (“NFA”). Further, ReSolve Global is a registered person with the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority.

CKP newcomer James Fox discusses his new book, REVOLUTION, and gives fans a taste of what's to come in this exciting new scifi-thriller series from CKP. James also discusses his career as a screenwriter, and how that craft has informed his role as a novelist. Host Randall Willis also chats with Chris Kennedy about this month's slate of CKP new releases. CKP News Segment: ·         WORLDBUILDING FOR NOVICES by Jon R. Osborne (non-fiction) ·         PRINCE CONQUEROR by Fred Hughes (Prince of Brittania) ·         REVOLUTION by James Fox (Sol Saga) ·         FOILED AMBITIONS by John Olsen (4HU) ·         R.A.E. STOLEN DREAMS by Dennis M. Myers (Rise of the Automated Empire) Chris also looks ahead to many book deals, events, and new releases that fans can expect in 2024! Interview Segment: James Fox ·         “If Tom Clancy dipped his toe into science fiction.” — Randy Willis on REVOLUTION ·         From screenwriting to novel writing. ·         Writing relatable characters. ·         Birth of a new trilogy. ·         The drivers of war regardless of era. ·         From Firefly to Wheel of Time: Influences abound in REVOLUTION. ·         Eliciting a visceral response from readers. Visit thejamesfox.com to learn more about James and his books. You can also follow him on Instagram and Facebook. Five-star reviews on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, etc. are much appreciated, as are show likes and channel subscriptions on the CKP YouTube Channel. To learn more about CKP and its books, visit chriskennedypublishing.com.

Special guest Chris Kennedy, Pastor and Author Chris's book, Grace Under Pressure - https://amzn.to/3FBrdU2 (associate link)   Proactive v reactive approach Proactive = investing in taking care of ourselves, our emotions, our whole selves to be able to live in the moment more authentically as ourselves and in what we value/believe Reactive = awareness of emotion when it comes up   Tip 1 - Attend to and nurture The environment Relationships Internal needs Growth mindset – realist outlook + everything is redeemable   Tip 2 – Hold the tension of love with your frustration or anger   Tip 3 – Remember “more than they deserve” Tip 4 – Non-judgment – grace and truth with the understanding that God is judge, not me Tip 5 – Notice other people Tip 6 – values and faith as driver, emotion as information to process Shame Tip 7 – careful of pouring yourself out to the last drop, we are human   The impact of shame and guilt on our internal processing of anger “Holding It Lightly” from dialectical behavior therapy The purpose of frustration and anger  

CKP newcomer Michael Morton drops by the show to discuss his new 4HU novel, THICKER THAN WATER. Host Randall Willis also chats with Chris Kennedy about this month's slate of CKP new releases. CKP News Segment: ·         TENTACLES OF DOMINION by D.T. Read (The Sergey Chronicles) ·         APHRODITE OF LUNA by John E. Siers (Lunar Free State) ·         THICKER THAN WATER by Michael Morton (4HU) ·         BROKEN TRUST by Dennis Myers (Rise of the Automated Empire) ·         WOLF EMPEROR by William Frisbee (The Last Marines) Chris also discusses the future of FactoryCon and the sweeping changes that are coming to the CKP website which will offer readers tons of new features! Interview Segment: Michael Morton ·         Michael's CKP connection through Kevin Ikenberry ·         From Falling Empires to the 4HU ·         A new mercenary family takes flight ·         Crafting three-dimensional supporting cast of characters ·         Moving from merc wars to “car wars” ·         Once a spaceman, always a spaceman Visit chriskennedypublishong.com to learn more about Michael and his books. You can also follow him on Facebook and Instagram. Five-star reviews on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, etc. are much appreciated, as are show likes and channel subscriptions on the CKP YouTube Channel.

Coming off Veterans Day on November 11, this month we celebrate all veterans and those Dev veterans working in the information technology space. Join us on this episode with special guest host Renata C. Spinks, CEO of CyberSec International and a former servicewoman, talk with Dev Veterans Darryle Stephens, Clement Yang, and Chris Kennedy about their experiences and skills from active duty, their transition from service to the civilian sector, and bringing their unique experiences to the government contracting space.

Bestselling CKP author and 4HU co-founder Mark Wandrey stops by the show to discuss his new novel, WINGED HUSSARS: ANDROMEDA. Mark also discusses the upcoming 4HU role playing game and what's next on his writing schedule. Host Randall Willis also chats with Chris Kennedy about this month's slate of CKP new releases. NOTE: This episode was recorded before the start of FactoryCon 2023 in Coinjock, NC. Be sure to check out Chris Kennedy's Facebook page for loads of great photos from the event! CKP News Segment: ·         FAREWELL MY UGLY by Rob Howell (Edward Sagas) ·         WINGED HUSSARS: ANDROMEDA by Mark Wandrey (4HU) ·         RAE PRECIPICE by Dennis M. Myers (Rise of the Automated Empire) ·         SON OF THE WOLF by William Frisbee (The Last Marines) Randy also runs down the month's audiobook releases from CKP. Interview Segment: Mark Wandrey ·         Alexis Cromwell returns to the forefront ·         Hussars family ties and traits ·         4HU secrets revealed and new directions ·         Sato returns ·         A massive story with massive revelations ·         The legacy of the 4HU six years and 90 books later ·         The upcoming 4HU role playing game ·         What's next for Mark Wandrey Visit worldmaker.us to learn more about Mark and his books. You can also follow him on Facebook and Instagram. Five-star reviews on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, etc. are much appreciated, as are show likes and channel subscriptions on the CKP YouTube Channel. To learn more about CKP and its books, visit chriskennedypublishing.com.

The Blasters & Blades Podcast Just a couple of nerdy Army veterans geeking out on things that go "abracadabra," "pew," "zoom," "boop-beep" and rhyme with Science Fiction & Fantasy. Co-Hosts: Doc Cisca (Uber Book Fan) (Army Medic) JR Handley (Author) (Grunt) Nick Garber (Comic Book Artist) (Super Grunt) We work for free, so if you wanna throw a few pennies our way there is a linked Buy Me A Coffee site where you can do so. Just mention the podcast in the comments when you donate, and I'll keep the sacred bean water boiling! Support the Show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AuthorJRHandley⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Our Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://anchor.fm/blasters-and-blades⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Our Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/blastersandbladespodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Our YouTube Channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/BlastersandBladesPodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Our Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/SF_Fantasy_Show⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Our LinkTree: ⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/blastersandbladespodcast⁠⁠⁠ Today's Sponsor Starship's Mage by Glynn Stewart: https://www.amazon.com/Starships-Mage-Glynn-Stewart-ebook/dp/B00QW6ZG14/   The FactoryCon Website: https://www.facebook.com/groups/154728953532574 The FactoryCon Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/461794864654198   Follow Chris Kennedy Publishing on social media Chris Kennedy Publishing Website: https://chriskennedypublishing.com/ Chris Kennedy Publishing Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ckpublishing/ Chris Kennedy Publishing Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriskennedypublishing/ Chris Kennedy Publishing YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisKennedyPublishing Follow Chris Kennedy on social media Chris' Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B00E4MIJA8 Chris' Twitter: https://twitter.com/chriskennedy110 Chris' Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1602068767 Chris' Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ChrisKennedy110   Follow Diann Read on social media Diann's Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/D.T.-Read/author/B0BQ2QLHRV Diann's Website: https://d-t-read-author.com/ Diann's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/d.t.read.author   Follow Paul A. Piatt on social media Paul's Amazon Page: https://www.amazon.com/stores/P.A.-Piatt/author/B07BB1G9WL Paul's Website: https://www.papiattauthor.com/ Paul's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/friends/requests/?profile_id=100006154990863   Follow Rob Howell on social media Rob's Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Rob-Howell/e/B00X95LBB0 Rob's Website: http://www.robhowell.org/ Rob's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rhodri2112 Rob's Twitter: https://twitter.com/Rhodri2112   #scifishenanigans #scifishenaniganspodcast #bbp #blastersandblades #blastersandbladespodcast #podcast #scifipodcast #fantasypodcast #scifi #fantasy #books #rpg #comics #fandom #literature #comedy #veteran #army #armyranger #ranger #scififan #redshirts #scifiworld #sciencefiction #scifidaily #scificoncept #podcastersofinstagram #scificons #podcastlife #podcastsofinstagram #scifibooks #awardwinningscifi #newepisode #podcastersofinstagram #podcastaddict #podcast #scifigeek #scifibook #sfv #scifivisionaries #firesidechat #chat #panel #fireside #chriskennedy #ckp #chriskennedypublishing #religionquestion #starwars #jedi #georgelucas #lucasfilms #startrek #trekkie #firefly #serenity #browncoat #wheeloftime #wot #robertjordan #brandonsanderson #gameofthrones #got #grrm #georgerrmartin #lotr #lordoftherings #thelordoftherings #jrrtolkien #tolkien #thehobbit #hobbit #coffee #tea #coffeeortea #libertycon #tradpub #tradpubvsindiepub #smallpress #indiepress #indiepub #smallpub #20booksto50k #honorcon #factorycon #theogonybooks #opencall #beyondterrapress #bloodmoonpress #newmythologypress #quillcraftpress #seventhsealpress #wyldsStallionspress #HitWorldPress --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blasters-and-blades/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blasters-and-blades/support

In this solo episode, Mark interviews Joe Solari about his new book May I Have a Moment of Your Attention? Prior to the main content, Mark shares comments from recent episodes and then reflects on the reasons why he canceled a trip he was supposed to take to Florida to attend NINC (Novelist's Inc.) This episode is sponsored by the Patrons of the Stark Reflections Podcast.   In their conversation, Mark and Joe talk about: Joe's winding experience path, the long journey he has been on, and how there's no way you could possibly train for the job that Joe does The daily roadblocks that Joe had to overcome as he was beginning to learn about the complex writing and publishing business The importance of not assuming that the person on stage actually knows what they're talking about Also not assuming that what you "need" is what you're seeing presented on that "stage" Joe's very first 20BooksVegas conference (which he has been to since the very beginning of it) How Joe feels that we're still in the early stages of the entire self-publishing landscape Understanding different formats, like audio, where the consumers aren't necessarily readers, but do enjoy story The value of recognizing the assets in your business, which includes the asset of AUDIENCE and the related importance of DEMAND How ads aren't scaleable, but that audiences are scaleable Joe's latest book MAY I HAVE A MOMENT OF YOUR ATTENTION and how it's only available to buy direct from Joe How the book was created, and how, in part of Joe building his brand is NOT just putting the book up everywhere The audit statements in a survey that Joe asks readers of the book to complete The way this survey and other assets help the reader get to "know, like, and trust" Joe and then be willing to purchase from him How traffic to your Amazon page can be one of the worst things you do if that traffic doesn't convert to sales The value of a customer retention system The importance of feeling a special part of a brand's community Focusing on serving your ideal reader rather than trying to sell more books How author Chris Kennedy allows his fans to incorporate their own fan club about the worlds he has created and written The way that people who spend hundreds or thousands of dollars on merchandise, cosplay, etc, are not even thinking about how much a book costs Joe telling authors to try out his author marketing audit survey and to pay attention to it and see how they can steal his ideas for their own branding and marketing efforts The free 20 minute calls that Joe offers The critical importance of focusing on your audience, and not on what other authors are doing After the interview Mark reflects on a couple of the things Joe talked about, including the advice on assumptions made about the person "on stage" offering advice, and on the critical value of focusing on how you can serve your ideal reader rather than focusing on trying to sell more books.   Links of Interest: Joe Solari's Website Joe's Author Marketing Audit May I Have A Moment of Your Attention? (Book) EP 323 - Rambling Reflections From the Road: This Old House EP 096 - Focusing on and Delivering to Your Audience with Dale L. Roberts  EP 232 - From Script Writer to Novelist with David Boito Buy Mark a Coffee Patreon for Stark Reflections Best Book Ever Podcast Lovers Moon Podcast The Relaxed Author Buy eBook Direct Buy Audiobook Direct Publishing Pitfalls for Authors An Author's Guide to Working with Libraries & Bookstores Wide for the Win Mark's Canadian Werewolf Books This Time Around (Short Story) A Canadian Werewolf in New York Stowe Away (Novella) Fear and Longing in Los Angeles Fright Nights, Big City Lover's Moon Hex and the City The Canadian Mounted: A Trivia Guide to Planes, Trains and Automobiles Yippee Ki-Yay Motherf*cker: A Trivia Guide to Die Hard   The introductory, end, and bumper music for this podcast (“Laser Groove”) was composed and produced by Kevin MacLeod of www.incompetech.com and is Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

“And these words which I am commanding you today shall be on your heart. You shall teach them diligently to your sons and shall talk to them when you sit in your house, and when you walk by the way, and when you lie down, and when you rise up. You shall bind them as a sign on your hand, and write them on the doorpost of your house.” (Deuteronomy 6:6-8) According to God's Word God wants parents to be the primary disciple maker for their children. How do parents learn to disciple their children? How should congregations and leaders support parents in this important work? Today on Family Shield we'll talk about how parents can be supported by the congregation to raise their children to know and love Jesus. My guests today are Rev. Brian Weaver, pastor of Peace Lutheran Church in Hurst, Texas, and Rev. Chris Kennedy, pastor of Shepherd of the Hills in San Antonio, Texas.

Why do we mow our lawns? That's the question posed by our guest, artist and urban ecologist Chris Kennedy of the Urban Systems Lab and Central Texas Mycological Society; the answer is a tangle of municipal policy, attitudes toward property ownership, and status anxiety. Chris joins the pod to tell us about his research into city lawn ordinances and weed-control laws in the United States. In the City of Austin, having “grass and weeds more than 12 inches in height is considered an unsanitary condition and a code violation,” and many homeowners' associations mandate that turfgrass must comprise a minimum of 25% of a front yard, despite local water restrictions. We discuss how these strictures are rooted in redlining practices and fear of the natural world, how they stand in opposition to sustainable or regenerative landscaping practices, and what citizens here in town, and around the country, are doing about it. Mentioned in this episode: Austin's Tall Weeds and Grass Ordinance; the municipal code; a cringe video about weeds on the city's official YouTube page; “Rethinking The American Lawn” by Will McCarthy in Texas Monthly, about Lewisville, Texas;  “Weeding Out Bad Vegetation Ordinances” by Bret Rappaport and Bevin Horn; Sustainable Development Code; updates to codes to allow managed natural landscapes in Minneapolis, Austin; pushback from residents in Ontario and Chicago in 2018 and 2019; a sunflower citation in south Austin in 2021; complaints about how the city fails to follow its own rules; San Antonio DSA's Code Busters; Texas Senate Bill 198 “relating to restrictive covenants regulating drought-resistant landscaping or water-conserving natural turf;” Joan Nassauer's “Cues to Care”; and the “NYC Glyphosate Map” by Reverend Billy. Music: “Egypt” by Weldon Irvine and “Don't Forget Your Neighborhood” by Cola Boyy and Avalanches. Support The Horticulturati by joining our Patreon. Email us at info@horticulturati.com 

Outdoors Ridgewinder Portable Shower for Camping with Dry Bag - Camp Shower with Rechargeable Battery and Included 10L Dry Bag for Water Storage. Complete Camping Shower in a Bag (+Sprayer Attachment).Available on Amazon for $41BeersEquilibrium BreweryMiddletown, NYVitaminM(Sea)3 - Batch 4IPA - Triple | 10% ABVExpect every sip to gush with a kaleidoscope of zippy citrus: fresh OJ, tangy tangerine, bright lemon-lime, and pithy grapefruit. You'll also find jungly hints of ripe pineapple, nectarous mango, and dank melon. A bit of earthy lemongrass on the finish balances the fruity flavors, begging you to take another taste.Hazy, Hoppy, juicyMartin house brewing Fort Worth, Texas The Peach QueenSour - Fruited | 12% ABVTasting NotesEach sip floods your palate with notes of sour peach candies. Fruity tones swirl through oak-tinged nuances of vanilla and caramel, adding a barrel depth to their scintillating zip. It's like washing down Peachie-O's with a finger of bourbon!Sour, Sweet, Barrel Aged, Boozy, FruityThe DescentStout - Imperial / Double | 12% ABVTasting NotesDown down down you go, through layers of fudgy flavor punctuated by nuggets of nuttiness. As you free-fall through these delicious depths, you'll eventually find yourself plunging into a river of boozy vanilla!Thick, Boozy, Smooth Forbidden FireOther | 17.1% ABVTasting NotesFans are calling it "liquid Red Hots," and we totally agree. Sweet notes of cinnamon candy course through the sip, with a subtle kiss of oaky whiskey rounding out the finish and leaving surprisingly little trace of the boozy 17.1% ABVSweet, Boozy, Spicy

Chris Kennedy is the Superintendent of Schools/CEO with the West Vancouver School District (West Vancouver, British Columbia). He has taught secondary English and Social Studies, and been both an elementary and secondary school principal.  In addition, he runs a blog entitled "The Culture of Yes" where you can find several articles on the most pressing and timely issues in education. Highlights from his conversation with Rod and Jal include: the origin of the "Culture of Yes" mentality; how Chris became known as an "elder statesmen" in the BC school system and what makes him a truly free range human; the importance of saying yes to new ideas and then allowing those innovations to grow and scale; how student leadership is more than just representation, it's about hearing as many voices as possible, especially those marginalized by past and current systems; an insightful conversation about the emergence of AI technology, specifically ChatGPT, and what it means for the future of education; what COVID taught us about the allocation of time in schools; a look at gender in sports, especially during the earliest years of playing; everyone answering the question about how their teaching and coaching has changed over time; and a lightning round featuring impromptu sound effects! Check out Chris' blog: The Culture of YesQuestions? Thoughts? Feedback? Email us at  freerangehumanspod@gmail.com or Tweet us at @jal_mehta and @Rodroad219 

This is Part 1 of an incredible series of interviews Allan conducted live at RSA 2023.  Guests include: Chris Kennedy, CISO @ Citadel Gary Hayslip, CISO @ Softbank Investment Advisers Michael Calderin, CISO @ YAGEO Group Reet  Kaur, CISO @ Portland Community College Rob LaMagna-Reiter, CISO @ Hudl Matthew Lang, vCISO David Cross, CISO @ Oracle SaaS Cloud Audra Streetman, Security Strategist @ Splunk Vishal Amin, General Manager of Security Solutions (Federal) @ Microsoft Adrian Peters, CISO @ Vista Equity Partners Kelly Shortridge, Author of “Security Chaos Engineering: Sustaining Resilience in Software and Systems” Robin Sundaram, CISO @ RELX Merritt Baer, Office of the CISO @ AWS Tim Rohrbaugh, former CISO & Industry Leader Rob Wood, CISO @ Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Bryan Green, CISO Americas @ ZScaler Stephanie Derdouri, Sr. Manager, Information Security and Technology Risk Management @ Capital Group Andres Andreu, CISO @ 2U Paul Love, CISO & Chief Privacy Officer @ Co-op Solutions Royce Markose, former CISO Bob Schuetter, CISO @ Ashland I ask my guests several questions: What is the best part of RSAC 2023 for you? What is the single most critical skill a security leader needs? What's missing in cybersecurity? What is your take on Purple Teaming and MITRE ATT&CK? How do you co-lead the organization? There is also a VERY special interview with James Stanley, Chief of Product Development at CISA at the end.  Don't miss it! Sponsored by Semperis & AttackIQ. Semperis provides the industry's most comprehensive Active Directory and Azure AD cyber resilience platform, supported by specialized AD incident response expertise.  https://semperis.com AttackIQ offers a new fully managed breach and attack simulation service.  They are the premier provider of MITRE ATT&CK-based security control validation.  https://attackiq.com    

  News: California Panel Rejects Parole Again for Sirhan Sirhan Jen Abreu is the founder of Redemption Row California Jen's website link: www.redemptionrowcalifornia.com How Jen Abreu got involved in Sirhan's case Paul Schrade's fight for justice in the RFK case Video: (RFK Jr.'s sister) Kerry Kennedy throws RFK Jr. under the bus (2021) "Just find one (conspiracy theory) and he'll go out and promote it....So why in the world anyone would take him seriously is just beyond comprehension" - (RFK Jr.'s sister) Kerry Kennedy on RFK Jr. Video: RFK's son Douglas Kennedy on why he supports the release of Sirhan (2021) RFK Jr. and Douglas Kennedy were supposed to appear before the parole board But they bailed out last minute Kerry Kennedy and Christopher Kennedy attended the parole hearing Video: Kerry and Christopher Kennedy speak out on Sirhan Sirhan parole (2021) Associated Press reported that Sirhan was denied parole 3 hours before it was officially announced "To say this parole hearing was a sham would be not giving it justice" - Jen Abreu Kerry Kennedy was full of bitterness, hate and revenge at the parole hearing Political assassination vs. murder one $250,000 was paid to the law firm representing the Kennedys (arguing against the parole) "Without this tragedy (RFK's killing), nobody knows who Kerry or Chris Kennedy is" - Jen Abreu Sirhan turns 79 on March 19, 2023 RFK Jr. considering to run for President: check here Check RFK Jr.'s tweet here  

Outdoors Great Sand Dunes National Parkhttps://www.nps.gov/grsa/index.htmGreat Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve is a United States National Park located in the San Luis Valley, in the easternmost parts of Alamosa County and Saguache County, Colorado, United States. -Originally created as Great Sand Dunes National Monument on March 17, 1932.-Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve was established by an act of the United States Congress on September 13, 2004. -The park includes 44,246 acres, and the preserve protects an additional 41,686 acres.This American national park that conserves an area of large sand dunes up to 750 feet (230 m) tall on the eastern edge of the San Luis Valley, and an adjacent national preserve in the Sangre de Cristo Range, in south-central Colorado, United States.A large dune complex is called a dune field, while broad, flat regions covered with wind-swept sand or dunes with little or no vegetation are called ergs or sand seas. The sand is so smooth that sand sledding is a option There are multiple Camping options like 4WD camping, Backpacking, or standard campingVehicle prices are Entrance FeesBasic Entrance Pass(good for up-to seven consecutive days) Non-Commercial Vehicle and Occupants (normal car): $25 Oversized Vehicle, 15+ passengers, age 16+ (large van): $15/person Motorcycle and Riders: $20 The Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve annual entrance pass can be purchased at the park's Entrance Station.NPS/Fred BunchGreat Sand Dunes Annual Pass$45 for one yearIf you visit Great Sand Dunes more than once in a year, consider purchasing an annual pass to save money. The Great Sand Dunes Annual Pass admits the pass holder(s) and all family members in the vehicle into the park for one year from date of purchase. 2021_Annual-Pass_front_200x139-web_6.jpg.webpThe America the Beautiful Annual Pass is the best value when visiting multiple National Park Service sites.Interagency PassesThese passes are valid in all federal fee areas, including all National Park Service sites. All passes (except 4th and 5th grade vouchers) are available at the Great Sand Dunes Entrance Station. Learn more about each interagency pass. Interagency 'America the Beautiful' Annual Pass : $80 Interagency Senior Annual Pass (62 and older, US citizen): $20 Interagency Senior Lifetime Pass (62 and older, US citizen): $80 Every Kid Outdoors 4th Grade Pass: Free with voucher Interagency Access Pass (permanently disabled): Free Interagency Active Duty Military Annual Pass: Free Interagency Annual Pass for Veterans and Gold Star Families: Free Commercial Tour Entrance FeesCommercial Tour Fees (tour buses, touring vans, etc.) are charged by the number of passengers: 1-6 passengers: $25 7-25 passengers: $40 26+ passengers: $100  Beers Bloom  3.8 Belgium Triple  | 8.1% ABV Brewery Bhavana - Raleigh, NCLemony notes front the cardamom hit the nose first, leading you into the sweet nuances of banana and raisin esters in this aromatic sipper. Smooth, rich, and subtly boozy tones relax into herbal whispers and a slightly tannic quality in the finish.The brew's refreshing notes of tangerine blend with a hint of pithy grapefruit, topping off the biscuity body like marmalade.Malty, Smooth, bright, balanced, spiced, AromaticCherry Chocolate Double  4.8Marbles | 8% ABV More Brewing Company - Huntley, ILEvery pour brims with Tootsie Roll and cherry cordial aromas. The taste follows with fudgy cocoa cascading over sweet maraschino flavors on each pillowy swig. Stone fruit and gentle pine notes from the hops gorgeously blend with the fruit on the backend.Thick, Sweet, Rich, Smooth, Fruity, Chocolatey, PilowyS'mores Chaos Pastry Stout | 13.1% ABV 4Mason Ale Works - San Marcos, CAEvery gulp is thick with chocolate bar notes blended into mounds of mallow. Your taste buds might even break into a rousing singalong as the graham cracker and malts create a biscuity base for all the gooey sweetness to hike across your palate.Malty, Thick, Sweet, Chocolatey

Episode 1: Adrienne interviews Chris Kennedy, founder of Catalyst OKR. Afterwards Adrienne and Mia discuss the yogic theme of Tapas. Chris' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrckennedy1/Catalyst OKR Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/catalyst_okr/Catalyst OKR website: https://www.catalystokr.com/Follow us on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachangedFollow us on Instagram:https://instagram.com/yogachanged?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=For more, go to https://howyogachangedmylife.com Wanna be on the show? Click here to fill out our guest info form or drop us a email at yogachanged@gmail.com

“When you take time to learn, we all become better.” - George Couros #MindsetMonday: S2 Ep 6 - Pay Attention to the Details What might seem insignificant to you might be important to others. George Couros starts this episode with a story about a peculiarity in Van Halen's contract. Couros shares how using a person's name shows that you are here in this space with them and that they are being honored. This episode focuses on how seemingly small details can make a huge impact! Chris Kennedy - "To Innovate, Disrupt Your Routine" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JtvLE9RXywg George Couros reflects on a practice followed by Chris Kennedy, who places associate principals in place for longer so they have a mentor and works to build consistency. Kennedy shares how innovative practices can come from consistency. Sherese Nix - The Story You Want to Tell https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rzJ-yYR3k04 Sherese Nix shares how she helped create a culture where every person felt valued. By creating an experience, Nix was able to get others excited about the work they were doing at the school site. Lainie Rowell - Evolving with Gratitude https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FkKvw_xAL-A&t Lainie Rowell answers questions about gratitude and explains how her new book, Evolving with Gratitude, reflects on how gratitude is more than a “fluff term.” Rowell reflects on her purpose in writing this book and shares that she writes about concepts that she wants to learn more about. This clip from a very special episode of The Innovator's Mindset Podcast: Evolving with Gratitude - The new book from Lainie Rowell shares Rowell explaining what gratitude is, why we should practice it, and how gratitude can impact our learning communities. Be sure to check out the full episode for a chance to comment and win a signed copy of Rowell's new book, Evolving with Gratitude! Matt Woods - I Wanna Be... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8xJRvHQaAtM Matt Woods and George Couros talk about social capital and how that can be built by spending time greeting parents and learners in the hallways. Woods and Couros talk about suspensions and difficult conversations that administrators often have to have with parents and how those conversations are made less tenuous when you have a relationship with the parent. Woods reflects on how the work that we put in years ago, laying the foundation of relationships, can pay dividends in the future. Andrew Maxey - The Elephant in the Classroom https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o4Ct2wgD8kE What are some suggestions or strategies that will help teachers get to know their students better? Andrew Maxey shares his answer to this question in this clip from The Innovator's Mindset Podcast: The Elephant in the Classroom - A Convo with Andrew Maxey. Millicent Dickey - The Importance of Community in Education https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Gw7ApjKoS4 How do we focus on deep learning and how does technology support that? This conversation with Millicent Dickey reflects on the programs that are making personalized learning. Be sure to also check out the full episode, The Importance of Community in Education - A Convo with Millicent Dickey! George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros George Couros on Instagram: https://instagram.com/gcouros George Couros on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/ George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519 Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d Because of a Teacher 2 - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/

Oath Keepers Leader Stewart Rhodes and top Lieutenant Kelly Meggs have been found guilty of seditious conspiracy in the violent January 6 plot to keep Trump in power. The Senate passes a bipartisan bill to protect same-sex marriage and interracial marriage in a landmark vote. Jim Obergefell, who was the plaintiff in the now infamous 2015 Obergefell Vs. Hodges decision, speaks out about why the ‘Respect for Marriage Act' does not respect the LGBTQ plus community.Arkansas resident Chris Kennedy tells Laura about his decision to become a professional black Santa, after receiving a racist letter about the black Santa on his lawn. Civil liberties groups blast the NYC Mayor's order for the NYPD and FDNY to intervene, and possibly involuntarily commit someone who is suffering from a mental health crisis. Plus, former Trump White House Chief of Staff Stephen Miller meets with the January 6 Committee, a Texas woman kidnapped as a baby 51 years ago reunites with her family thanks to a DNA match, and the US beats Iran 1-0 in the World Cup.Hosted by Laura Coates.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

Oath Keepers Leader Stewart Rhodes and top Lieutenant Kelly Meggs have been found guilty of seditious conspiracy in the violent January 6 plot to keep Trump in power. The Senate passes a bipartisan bill to protect same-sex marriage and interracial marriage in a landmark vote. Jim Obergefell, who was the plaintiff in the now infamous 2015 Obergefell Vs. Hodges decision, speaks out about why the ‘Respect for Marriage Act' does not respect the LGBTQ plus community.Arkansas resident Chris Kennedy tells Laura about his decision to become a professional black Santa, after receiving a racist letter about the black Santa on his lawn. Civil liberties groups blast the NYC Mayor's order for the NYPD and FDNY to intervene, and possibly involuntarily commit someone who is suffering from a mental health crisis. Plus, former Trump White House Chief of Staff Stephen Miller meets with the January 6 Committee, a Texas woman kidnapped as a baby 51 years ago reunites with her family thanks to a DNA match, and the US beats Iran 1-0 in the World Cup.Hosted by Laura Coates.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

How do you respond to pressure? Perhaps like me, the last couple of years have weighed heavy upon your heart as the stress of the pandemic, economic changes, the political climate in our country, and the stressors of daily life piled up. How do you move forward when it feels like you are burdened down by the pressure and stress?  The Lord promises his steadfast love and faithfulness to us as we walk through and as He carries our burdens for us.  He also give to us His grace to sustain us through the pressures of life.  Michelle sits down to talk with Pastor and author, Chris Kennedy, about his book Grace Under Pressure, Using Jesus' seven statements from the cross, Chris shows the incredibly stressful situations Jesus endured and how He handled them with grace, giving us a model on how to respond to our stresses with grace. Michelle's prayer is that you would be encouraged by this conversation. Grace Under Pressure Chris Kennedy's Website Connect with Michelle The Peace in His Presence Podcast is sponsored by Michelle's book Promised Rest. If you would like to learn more about her book, you can click here.  Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/will-you-marry-me License code: 1VYEPUIH4UMCZLFG

It's Monday morning, and you know what that means! It is time to open the doors to The Tavern and kick off a brand new week of the best wrestling content you can find in one spot! This week we start with a brand new Turnbuckle Debate and we are joined by Chris Kennedy from The Circle of Debate Podcast! We debate the best gimmick match between Hell In A Cell, Buried Alive, and Casket Matches; of the new signings by HHH, who should and who shouldn't be there; and if CM Punk should go to WWE or retire? We are excited to bring you new content every day and we hope you follow us at theturnbuckletavern.com for all your Tavern needs!