Podcasts about committing

"Not everything your body is telling you is a symptom that needs to be fixed. Sometimes it's grief." In this episode, Heather shares a deeply personal reflection on what happens when you outgrow the pain, patterns, and identities that once helped you survive but no longer support where you're going. She explores the uncomfortable process of letting go of old stories, relationships, expectations, and the versions of ourselves we've worked so hard to become. From business lessons and the cost of giving away your own authority to the grief that surfaces when your body finally feels safe enough to release what it has been holding, this episode is an honest exploration of healing, growth, and reinvention. What to listen for: ☑️ The story of "I don't know how to market myself," and how Heather lost her voice ☑️ Why women sabotage themselves through overdoing and taking on too much ☑️ Outsourcing your confidence and intuition, and trusting when things feel off   "I've had a vision of making a bigger impact. It hasn't happened. The reason why it hasn't happened is that I went down a rabbit hole believing other people could solve my problem because I believed their words, not their behavior." ☑️ Investing in the people who are actually in the arena, truly doing their own work ☑️ Sticking with things long enough to allow them to start gaining momentum ☑️ If you don't want to do the hard work in business, then get a job   "Hiring marketing people for my team and then outsourcing my power and my confidence in them cost me so much fucking money, and it almost killed me." ☑️ Listening to your body when it starts communicating that something isn't right ☑️ The reason why the Universe puts things in front of your face until you're ready to listen ☑️ Why our grief is often about who we were when we were with the ones we lost   "When I looked at those panic attacks, I kept thinking, 'What is this?' I truly believe that my body was letting go because it felt safe in the middle of the night. That was when I was at rest, and it was letting go of these old stories." ☑️ Committing to no longer struggling and being done with people who don't show up ☑️ Time under tension triggers disease, which is why it's essential to process your feelings ☑️ When you deeply trust yourself, life challenges start to feel less scary *** For those of you who are ready to stop feeling drained, overextended, and out of alignment… join me inside the Energetic Time Management Accelerator, a focused experience designed to help high-achieving women uncover what's draining them, clarify what truly matters, and create a simple plan that fits their life. We'll pinpoint your biggest time + energy leaks, identify the top areas to focus on for quick momentum, and map out exactly what to let go of so you can reclaim your energy, your time, and your joy. Ready to make your time work for you without adding more to your plate? Join the Energetic Time Management Accelerator: www.heatherchauvin.com/time Explore the top episodes listeners come back to when they're stuck, burned out, or standing at the edge of a big shift: www.heatherchauvin.com/10 Follow Heather on Instagram: www.instagram.com/heatherchauvin_

In this episode, Michael and Mircea dig into one of the biggest offensive upgrades in modern pickleball: the two-handed backhand dink. Mircea, a former tennis and squash player, shares what it's like to relearn a shot as a high-level competitor, while Michael reflects on his own journey picking up the "twoie" back in 2023. Together they break down technique, drilling strategy, and how the shot shows up differently depending on where you are on the court. Why the two-hander matters: How the two-handed backhand dink has gone from a rare, cutting-edge shot to the default among younger and female players, and why it opens up so much more offense than the traditional one-handed slice dink. Starting from scratch: Mircea talks about the mental hurdle of deconstructing a shot he'd already found success with, and the discomfort of being a beginner again at a high level of play. The wall drill: Both hosts recommend starting with 30 to 45 minutes hitting left-handed dinks against a wall to build footwork and spin before ever adding the second hand. Footwork over everything: Why leg drive and getting under the ball matters more than arm mechanics when learning the shot. Paddle angle debate: Michael and Mircea compare notes on paddle tip position (angled up vs. dipped down) for different types of dinks and speed-ups. Shot placement on speed-ups: Guidance on where to target speed-ups (down the line, into the body, or cross-court into the hip/belly button) and why cross-middle speed-ups are usually a mistake. Timeline for improvement: Expect two to four weeks minimum of discomfort, with real integration into games often taking two to three months or longer. Pro-level examples: References to Anna Leigh Waters, Anna Bright, Hayden Patrick Quinn, Jack Sock, JW, and Ben, illustrating different ways the two-hander is used (or intentionally not used) at the highest levels. Senior pro trends: Why more women are bringing the two-hander into senior pro play, and how it's slowly gaining ground among men on that circuit. Don't neglect your strengths: A reminder to keep drilling bread-and-butter shots (like the one-handed slice dink) even while building a new weapon, since the one-hander still matters for reach, resets, and defense. Right-side situations: How the two-handed backhand shows up less often at the net when playing the right side, but becomes more relevant in the transition zone and on third-shot drops. Michael gives a shoutout to CRBN Pickleball's new backpack and his Barrage elongated paddle. Listeners can use code 402P at checkout for 10% off at carbonpickleball.com. Committing to a two-handed backhand dink is a long-term project, not a quick fix. Drill it deliberately (wall work, tossed feeds, transition zone reps), keep using it in real games even while uncomfortable, and don't abandon the shots that already work while you build the new one. Key TopicsGear MentionTakeaway Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For years, chronic fatigue, joint pain, and skin issues can leave you feeling unheard, especially when your labs come back "normal." This episode explores why standard testing often misses the inflammation quietly driving those symptoms, and shares practical, faith-based steps for supporting your body through natural means. This episode is for the Christian woman who is tired of guessing at what's wrong and trying remedy after remedy with no real answers. She's done more research, tried more things, and asked more questions than most people around her — and she's ready for real, grounded next steps instead of more guesswork. What Inflammation Actually Is Inflammation is the body's natural response to injury, illness, or something foreign like germs, toxins, or chronic stress. It's a necessary part of healing, but when it becomes chronic, it can quietly contribute to exhaustion, autoimmune conditions, and a long list of health struggles that don't always show up clearly on a standard lab panel. Why Conventional Labs Don't Always Tell the Full Story Many common lab tests weren't designed to catch the subtler imbalances that functional and naturopathic practitioners often look for. After personal health struggles, including a painful skin flare-up back in 2019, a functional medicine evaluation revealed significant nutrient deficiencies and gut health issues that standard testing had never flagged. This isn't a claim that conventional labs are  wrong. It is a reminder that they don't always capture the whole picture, and that seeking additional wisdom and information is a reasonable, faithful step toward better health. A Personal Turning Point Before making dietary changes, weight had dropped to 90 pounds from confusion over what to eat, and topical steroids were part of daily life. Committing to a gut cleanse, adjusting diet, and addressing nutritional deficiencies changed the trajectory entirely. Today, medication use is rare, energy is strong, and daily life includes working, homeschooling, and staying active. This isn't shared to boast, but as a testimony to what became possible through seeking God's wisdom for the body He designed. Practical Ways to Support Your Body Through Inflammation Several approaches have made a real difference over time: Fish oil has supported joint comfort, particularly easing stiffness that once caused a thumb to lock in place. Diluted, raw apple cider vinegar with the mother has helped calm flare-ups of heat and inflammation, especially in the hands. Warm baths with calming essential oil blends offer a simple way to unwind and support the body's stress response. Prioritizing seven to eight hours of sleep, rather than the four to six hours once considered normal, has made a noticeable difference. Prayer and quiet time with God, including learning to sit in silence and actually listen for His response rather than treating prayer as one-sided, has become a foundational stress-management practice. Breathing techniques, such as the physiological sigh and box breathing, offer accessible tools for calming the nervous system in stressful moments. Addressing emotional health through counseling, retreats, and community with other women has been just as important as physical remedies. Reducing toxic exposure by switching to cleaner personal care products has, for some, led to real improvements in symptoms like migraines and allergies. None of these are presented as a cure-all. They are pieces of a whole-person approach that honors both the body's design and the wisdom God provides through it. Time-Stamped Highlights 00:00 — Why standard labs may not catch what's really going on in the body 00:23 — What inflammation is and why it happens 00:52 — The limits of conventional testing and the rise of functional medicine 02:17 — A personal story of lab results, gut health, and a turning point in 2019 04:36 — How addressing nutrition changed a health trajectory 05:06 — Introduction to practical, natural ways to reduce inflammation 05:34 — Fish oil and joint support 06:01 — Apple cider vinegar for flare-ups 06:56 — Baths, sleep, and prioritizing rest 07:25 — Prayer as a two-way conversation with God 09:10 — Breathing techniques for stress relief 09:40 — Emotional health, counseling, and community support 10:37 — Calming teas and daily stress tools 11:03 — Toxic personal care products and their hidden effects Key Takeaways Chronic inflammation often has more layers than a single lab panel can reveal. Staying curious and asking questions is a wise, faithful response, not an overreaction. Healing is rarely one single fix. It tends to come through small, consistent choices across nutrition, rest, stress, and spiritual life. Prayer is meant to be a conversation, not a monologue. Leaving room to listen can be as valuable as the words spoken. Real change often starts with choosing just one or two practical steps rather than trying to overhaul everything at once. Your body was designed with intention. Learning to understand it, rather than fight it, is part of stewarding the health God has given you. Ready for Your Next Right Step? If this episode named something you've been feeling but haven't been able to fully explain, you don't have to keep piecing it together alone. The More Energy Strategy Session is a focused, one-on-one conversation to walk through your specific situation and identify your next right step, whatever that looks like for you. If you're done waiting for things to make sense on their own and ready to move forward with clarity, book your session at herholistichealing.com/services. This content is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice.

In this episode of Theatrically Authentic, Sarah Atherton-Knight and Simon Scott explore what it actually means to be a neurodivergent performer — from auditions and rejection sensitivity to character building, hyperfocus, and the emotional intensity of stepping on stage.Simon reflects on his experiences as an autistic actor working across theatre, film, and television, discussing how performance became a structured means of processing emotion, identity, and self-expression. Together, Sarah and Simon unpack the realities of audition culture, masking in rehearsal rooms, and the exhausting balance between artistic authenticity and professional survival.Featuring discussions of performances in Oliver!, The Merchant of Venice, Masters of the Air, Romeo and Juliet, Gladiator, The Dark Knight, and immersive theatre experiences like Secret Cinema, this episode explores how neurodivergent minds approach storytelling differently, and why that perspective can create unforgettable performances.

Welcome to This Week in Autistic Culture!This week marks the beginning of a new chapter for the Autistic Culture Podcast Network as our weekly roundup evolves into a Sunday magazine podcast and newsletter that explores the stories, conversations, and ideas shaping Autistic culture.This week we're discussing the FIFA World Cup, Taylor Swift, SZA's autism diagnosis, the latest developments in autism research, and, of course, bringing you another fantastic week of podcasts from across the network.

MAKE PRAYER 2 | The Discipline of a Prayer Life: From Self-Centered Requests to Kingdom Responsibility| CHIMDI OHAHUNA Prayer is far more than presenting needs before God,it is a lifestyle of certainty, responsibility, commitment, and intimacy with the Father. In this powerful episode of the MAKE PRAYER series on the GRACELIFECOMI Podcast, Chimdi Ohahuna continues unveiling the deeper meaning of what it truly means to make prayer. Building on previous teachings, this session explores two transformative dimensions of prayer that every believer must embrace: • Having the Charge of Prayer – taking personal responsibility for your prayer life instead of waiting for someone else to motivate or remind you. • Committing to Prayer – binding your heart, soul, and life to a lifestyle of consistent communion with God. Many believers pray only when they have urgent needs. But what happens when those needs are met? Will your prayer life disappear, or will intimacy with God continue? This episode challenges the modern, reward-driven approach to Christianity and calls believers back to seeking God Himself rather than merely His blessings. Drawing from Scriptures including Luke 18:1, Hebrews 11:6, 1 John 5:14–15, Luke 17:10, Numbers 30:2, and Philippians 3:10, this teaching reveals why certainty in God's Word produces confidence in prayer, why spiritual maturity requires self-imposed discipline, and why intercession for nations, leaders, souls, and others must become a normal part of every believer's prayer life. You will discover: • Why uncertainty weakens faith and hinders effective prayer. • How God's Word establishes confidence in every prayer you pray. • The difference between praying only for personal needs and carrying Kingdom burdens. • Why mature believers impose the discipline of prayer upon themselves. • How prayer develops from responsibility into habit, and from habit into a lifestyle. • The biblical meaning of binding your soul to prayer. • Why intimacy with God must outlive your personal breakthroughs. • The relationship between commitment, intercession, and becoming a vessel fit for the Master's use. • How to remain passionate in prayer even when life becomes comfortable. This episode is a clarion call to move beyond emotional, occasional prayer into a disciplined life of communion with God. It reminds every believer that prayer is not merely a means of obtaining answers,it is the pathway to knowing God, carrying His heart, and advancing His Kingdom on earth. Whether you are a new believer seeking consistency or a seasoned Christian longing for deeper intimacy, this teaching will challenge your perspective, strengthen your devotion, and inspire you to embrace prayer as both your privilege and your lifelong responsibility. Listen now and discover why the greatest reward of prayer is not merely answered requests,but a deeper relationship with God Himself. GRACELIFECOMI Podcast , Raising men into completeness in God through sound biblical teaching, discipleship, and practical Kingdom living, one episode at a time. Jesus is Lord.

Built for Life Newsletter: https://builtforlife.io Twice-weekly emails for high performers who want to look good, feel great and perform at their best    Book a 1-1 strategy session: https://www.rntfitness.co.uk/ytapplynow    –   On this episode of RNT Fitness Radio, I'm joined by Dr. Margi Patel, a dentist and mum living in the state of Georgia in the US, who is nine months into her journey with RNT and so far over 60 lbs down. She's on a truly remarkable journey of changing her habits, her lifestyle, her mental health, and her overall well-being.   For Margi, the trigger that hit home was seeing an HbA1c of 6.4 in a lab test. The moment she saw that number, she couldn't sleep all night, and shortly after, she came across RNT and knew it was the solution to get her back on track. Fast forward eight months, and not only is she 60+ lbs down, but her labs now show an HbA1c of 5.1, which is genuinely life-changing and life-extending, as she's avoided diabetes through this journey.   Margi's checkpoint is coming up in the next couple of months, so this is part one of her story, as we're still en route to that milestone, and I'm excited for her to reach it. What's especially cool is that only a few months into her first year, Margi committed to her second year, and recently committed to her third, knowing the power of the long-term journey with us at RNT. She's here for the full multi-year, five phase experience, not just to get in shape and move on. So let's dive in!   Chapters:  00:05 Introduction: Margi's Story 01:24 Welcome to RNT Fitness Radio 02:23 The Trigger Moments That Started the Journey 08:26 Choosing a Holistic Approach Over GLP-1s 11:01 Life Before RNT 17:06 Current Lab Results 19:16 Navigating Family and Cultural Judgment 27:17 A Word From RNT Fitness 27:50 The Conversation With Her Husband 33:52 Committing to Year Two and Year Three 37:21 Fitting Back Into Old Clothes 39:44 Balancing Motherhood, Work, and Training 43:12 Energy, Mindset, and Confidence 46:44 Becoming an Inspiration for Other Women 48:19 Advice for Anyone Fearing Judgment 49:39 Family Coming Around, Parents Join RNT 51:38 What Almost Kept Her From Starting 53:57 Looking Ahead to the US Event   –   Follow us: Website - https://www.rntfitness.com  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rnt_fitness  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/akashvaghela YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@akash_vaghela  

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Dan Rochon is the creator of the Teach to Sell methodology and host of the No Broke Months podcast, where he teaches professionals how to build trust and influence without pressure. Buying isn't usually the hard part. Committing is. In this conversation, Dan explains why buyers often hesitate at the final moment, even after they've decided what they want. Mark challenges Dan's ideas on buyer psychology, emotion, and trust, leading to a fascinating discussion about what really happens between deciding and saying yes.   Why you have to check out today's podcast: Discover why commitment is the hardest part of every buying decision. Learn how trust helps buyers overcome fear and hesitation. Understand why buyers don't just compare prices—they compare risks.   "Logic makes you think. Emotion makes you act."   –  Dan Rochon   Topics Covered: 02:10 – Why Buyers Don't Decide With Logic Alone. Dan explains why emotion drives buying decisions long before logic justifies them. 04:04 – The Emotional Side of Every Buying Decision. Why even B2B buyers are motivated by trust, confidence, and how they'll be perceived. 08:13 – Every Purchase Is a Prediction. Mark shares his buying framework and Dan explains why people move away from pain faster than they chase desire. 12:14 – Are You Selling an Aspirin or a Vitamin? The difference between solving painful problems and fulfilling aspirational desires. 14:05 – The Hardest Part: Saying Yes. Why buyers hesitate at the moment of commitment—and how to help them move forward with confidence. 17:17 – Teach to Sell, Don't Pressure. Dan introduces his trust-based approach to guiding buyers instead of convincing them. 23:41 – Ask Better Questions, Build More Trust. How deep, thoughtful questions uncover what buyers really care about. 25:01 – Ethical Influence vs. Manipulation. The simple mindset shift that separates helping buyers from persuading them. 29:22 – Dan's Pricing Advice for Every Business. How awareness, positioning, and the right buyers make premium pricing possible. 30:51 – The One Mindset Every Sales Professional Needs. Why serving the buyer's goals—not your own—is the foundation of ethical influence.   Key Takeaways: "It's about identifying what their pain is and what their desire is, then demonstrating that you are the bridge." –  Dan Rochon "The difference between manipulation and ethical influence is whose goals you're serving." –  Dan Rochon "Leadership is to teach somebody else how to think so they can get what they want." –  Dan Rochon   Connect with Dan Rochon: Website: https://teachtosellbook.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danrochon/    Connect with Mark Stiving: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stiving/ Email: mark@impactpricing.com  

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Stu Cowan joins Tony Marinaro to discuss Jakub Dobeš' 3-year contract extension with the Montreal Canadiens, why Kent Hughes felt comfortable committing to the young goaltender this early, echos from Habs development camp, Michael Hage generating excitement, unexpected standouts, the likelihood of seeing more moves before the start of training camp and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg and Jamie react to the shock decommitment of Trey Tagliaferri, what happened there, and where Notre Dame will look to go at the quarterback position. Then they look at where OC Mike Denbrock ranks among some of the top OC's in the nation and Leonard Moore being ranked as the best defender in college football by ESPN. Sign up for IrishSportsDaily.com: https://irishsportsdaily.com/subscribeWebsite: https://irishsportsdaily.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ISDUpdateInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/irishsportsdaily/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IrishSportsDailyOfficial YouTube channel of IrishSportsDaily.com, a Notre Dame community. The most trusted Fighting Irish source for Notre Dame Football, Baseball, Basketball and all recruiting information. Subscribe to watch our weekly Notre Dame podcasts: Power Hour with Mike Frank and Hit & Hustle with Greg Flammang and Jamie Uyeyama! A Special Thanks to ESQ:Looking to upgrade your wardrobe?Founded by ND alum and longtime ISD board member Ge Wang, you've seen ESQ's custom clothing on all of your favorite players and coaches. With over a decade of making the best bespoke clothing available, ESQ will help you look and feel your best in 2024. From a perfect fitting suit or sport coat, shirt or bomber jacket - or that perfect tuxedo for wedding season, check out esqclothing.com and book an appointment to upgrade your wardrobe today. Mention ISD and get 10% off your entire purchase.ESQClothing.com #notredame #notredamefootball #ndfootball #goirish #fightingirish

Gene Zannetti talks with North Carolina state champion Jacob Hudgins about two confusing midseason losses that pushed him to start mindset training just weeks before states, how playing it too safe and trying to protect an undefeated record actually cost him those matches, how staying calm while sensing his opponents were uptight gave him a clear edge at the state tournament, and his decision to continue wrestling at Lander University.Timestamps:1:29 - Started the season undefeated, then lost two matches that blew his mind2:30 - Realized late in the season he needed mindset training before states3:29 - Playing it too safe to protect an undefeated record cost him those losses4:09 - The tools that helped: a consistent routine, chewing gum, and a cross on his shoe6:19 - State tournament: staying calm and relaxed while noticing opponents were uptight7:50 - Committing to continue wrestling in college at Lander University9:23 - Working with his mindset coach to fix getting tired in third periods10:56 - Extra conditioning work: getting his mile under six minutes and two and a half extra hours a week

In this episode of The Addictive Mind Podcast, host Duane Osterlind sits down with Dr. Brody Miller, a brain rehabilitation researcher and author of Brain Rescue. Dr. Brody shares his incredible journey from suffering a severe traumatic brain injury (TBI) and deep addiction to uncovering the life-changing power of Neuroplasticity.They dive into the invisible link between brain trauma and substance abuse, how mindfulness physically rewires brain structures, and why massive life transformation actually starts with tiny, everyday "pinky moves."Key TakeawaysThe TBI & Addiction Connection: Research shows that individuals who experience brain injuries or trauma have a significantly higher propensity toward addictive behaviors. When the brain isn't functioning properly, it struggles to produce stable mood-regulating neurotransmitters (like dopamine and serotonin), leading individuals to self-medicate.The Power of 56 Days: Dr. Brody highlights a Harvard study demonstrating that just 56 days of consistent meditation can physically alter the structure of the brain, lowering stress and improving concentration.The Brain Only Cares About Repetition: The brain doesn't differentiate between positive or negative habits; it simply reinforces whatever path you repeat. Whether it's taking pills or going for a walk, repetition builds neural superhighways.Accountability Over Shame: Healing requires looking honestly at your current reality without letting shame keep you stuck. Swallowing the hard pill of accountability is the first step toward building a new identity.Neuroplasticity in Practice: The Power of "Pinky Moves"If you feel overwhelmed by the idea of changing your life, Dr. Brody emphasizes taking micro-steps rather than trying to climb the mountain in one day.Interrupt the Default Mode Network: Humans have a natural negativity bias wired for survival. You can begin to interrupt these automatic negative thoughts simply by shifting your internal self-talk.Combine Thought with Action: True neural change requires backing up your thoughts with behavior. Your brain will "call BS" on positive thinking if it isn't paired with action.Start Small: Dr. Brody recommends James Clear's Atomic Habits. Committing to a simple 10-minute walk or 5 minutes of breathing exercises daily creates an upward spiral of positive momentum.Words of Wisdom"Just because you feel this way today does not mean that you have to feel this way for the rest of your life. If you start to make small changes, I promise you—from someone who has lived exactly what you're going through—you can start today and make a big change over time." — Dr. Brody MillerResources & Links MentionedBooksBrain Rescue by Dr. Brody MillerAtomic Habits by James ClearBreaking the Habit of Being Yourself by Dr. Joe DispenzaThe Biology of Belief by Dr. Bruce LiptonThe Answer by John AssarafPrograms & ConnectAddiction Rescue Course: Addiction Rescue Team (A neuroscience-backed recovery program co-created with Sean David Cohen).Website: Dr. Brody Miller Official WebsiteInstagram: @Dr.BrodyMillerFollow and Review: We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.Supporting Resources:If you live in California and are looking for counseling or therapy please check out Novus Mindful Life Counseling and Recovery CenterNovusMindfulLife.comWe want to hear from you. Leave us a message or ask us a question: https://www.speakpipe.com/addictedmindDisclaimerSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Host: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) and Co-Host: (ronthe3manweav)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676

Albano Olivetti is the #22-ranked doubles player on the ATP tour. He recently won a grass court title in Halle and owns the record for the 2nd fastest serve of all time.In this brief conversation, we unpack what really wins on fast courts and why he and his partner, Theo Arribage, feel confident right now. Albano shares practical serve and return lessons, plus his perspective on building a doubles partnership that keeps getting better. What they learned from 's-Hertogenbosch that helped them win the Halle ATP 500 TitleWhat changes when you move from clay to grass, especially with the bounces and sliceThe story behind his 160 mph serve and why the ATP doesn't count itServe advice for people who are not close to 7 feet tall

Turning Adversity into Triumph: The Inspirational Journey of Chris NortonJoin us as Chris Norton shares his incredible story of resilience, faith, and the relentless pursuit of his dreams despite life-changing injuries. Discover how small wins, unwavering faith, and a powerful vision can turn setbacks into extraordinary successes.Main Topics: Chris's childhood passion for sports and the competitive mindset The pivotal moment of injury during his college football game His mindset shift from despair to determination with only a 3% chance to walk again The role of faith, family, and community support in his recovery The importance of celebrating small wins and maintaining a growth-oriented perspective The journey of proposing, graduating, and walking his wife down the aisle His speaking career and inspiring others through storytelling The transformative impact of fostering and adopting children The mission of his foundation to improve rehab opportunities for those with disabilities The Power of Faith by Chris Norton The Seven Longest Yards by Chris Norton Chris Norton - Official Website Foundation for Disabilities Twitter Instagram LinkedIn Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro: Overcoming life's greatest challenges with faith and perseverance 00:27 - Chris's early love for competition and sports influence 00:57 - Deciding to pursue college football at Luther College 02:20 - The game-changing injury and instinct to compete regardless 04:24 - The traumatic moment of his injury and medical emergency 05:19 - Facing a 3% chance of walking again and his refusal to accept limitations 06:56 - The power of faith and staying hopeful through medical uncertainty 08:16 - The emotional questions asked in the hospital and his mindset 09:44 - Committing to being in the 3% and the relentless effort to recover 10:33 - The importance of deliberate practice and small wins 12:10 - Support team: Family and medical professionals in the recovery journey 12:41 - Building belief and overcoming medical doubts 13:15 - How faith and family united during tough times 14:09 - Handling doubt and dark nights with spiritual strength 15:04 - Finding strength through faith, prayer, and hope 16:48 - Recognizing God's presence during moments of discomfort 18:24 - Maintaining belief in a brighter future amidst uncertainty 19:27 - Celebrating small victories on the path to recovery 21:40 - The significance of focusing on today's progress 22:35 - Balancing future goals with celebrating current wins 23:22 - Micro-wins: Driving power wheelchairs and small steps forward 25:08 - The pain of setbacks and learning to appreciate the present 26:35 - Meeting Emily, building a relationship, and shared aspirations 30:58 - The viral moment of walking Emily down the aisle 33:37 - Years of training, overcoming low moments, and perseverance 35:44 - The significance of love and purpose in achieving goals 36:12 - Celebrating marriage, perseverance, and Chris's journey on the big day 38:58 - Transitioning into a dynamic speaking career and sharing his story 42:10 - Turning speaking into a impactful career and influence 44:16 - Fostering and adopting children, and the profound impact on lives 47:25 - The mission of his foundation to improve lives through innovation and community 50:28 - Inspiring others through faith, service, and relentless pursuit of purpose. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If your workplace feels “busy” but not “alive,” that's not a workload problem; it's a clarity problem. Today we sit down with Clara Capano, leadership trainer, keynote speaker, two-time best-selling author, and VP of Culture and Performance for a 1,300-agent sales organization, to unpack what actually changes performance: how people feel at work, how well they understand the vision, and whether leaders back up their values with consistent behavior.Clara shares a powerful origin story from her childhood in a hospital, where she learned what happens when communication excludes the person who matters most. From there, we connect the dots to organizational culture, employee engagement, and retention: people stay when they feel valued, seen, and clear on their role in the mission. We also dig into her Clarity Framework and “clarity quotient,” why vision breaks down first, and how unclear roles quietly create micromanagement and friction across teams.Actionable Insights:• Treating employees as internal clients, not an afterthought• Spotting cultural warning signs like heaviness and transactional behavior• Using a weekly CEO meeting to align priorities across life and work• Learning presence through a parenting wake-up call and scheduling what matters• Building clarity through vision, activities, time, and communication• Investing time with time blocking, bookending, buffers, and bubble time• Practicing white-glove leadership to create a ripple effect of care• Using GWC (Get It, Want It, Capacity) to handle high performers• Committing to daily personal development and studying what you consumeWe go practical on time management and productivity too: why a schedule creates freedom, how to run a weekly “CEO meeting” with yourself, and how “bubble time” protects focus in a world built to distract you. Clara also explains white-glove leadership, treating your team as your internal clients, and the GWC filter (Get It, Want It, Capacity) for handling high performers who may not truly fit the direction of the company. If you care about leadership development, workplace culture, and building a business that grows without burning people out, this conversation delivers.Subscribe to the Uncommon Leader Podcast, share this with a leader who needs it, and leave a five-star review so more uncommon leaders can find the show.

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The prayer of faith is that which is provoked by the entrance of the word. Pastor Bankie urges believers to keep inclining ears to His word, pray not for show but in faith, and surrender their plans to God's better plan. He highlights higher prayer points and intercession for God's house, like Daniel.

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 19:00:00 GMT http://relay.fm/clockwise/661 http://relay.fm/clockwise/661 Committing to the Bit 661 Dan Moren and Mikah Sargent Snap's latest smart glasses, whether we've tried Apple's new Shortcuts creation feature, AI-powered pets, and who wants a dumb phone? Snap's latest smart glasses, whether we've tried Apple's new Shortcuts creation feature, AI-powered pets, and who wants a dumb phone? clean 1799 Snap's latest smart glasses, whether we've tried Apple's new Shortcuts creation feature, AI-powered pets, and who wants a dumb phone? This episode of Clockwise is sponsored by: Ecamm: Powerful live streaming platform for Mac. Guest Starring: Florence Ion and Stephen Robles Links and Show Notes: Support Clockwise with a Relay Membership Clockwise merch! Submit Feedback Corky Doll

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 19:00:00 GMT http://relay.fm/clockwise/661 http://relay.fm/clockwise/661 Dan Moren and Mikah Sargent Snap's latest smart glasses, whether we've tried Apple's new Shortcuts creation feature, AI-powered pets, and who wants a dumb phone? Snap's latest smart glasses, whether we've tried Apple's new Shortcuts creation feature, AI-powered pets, and who wants a dumb phone? clean 1799 Snap's latest smart glasses, whether we've tried Apple's new Shortcuts creation feature, AI-powered pets, and who wants a dumb phone? This episode of Clockwise is sponsored by: Ecamm: Powerful live streaming platform for Mac. Guest Starring: Florence Ion and Stephen Robles Links and Show Notes: Support Clockwise with a Relay Membership Clockwise merch! Submit Feedback Corky Doll

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In the second episode of Performance With Purpose, I had the opportunity to speak to 2004 Hammer Olympian Jackie Ulm. Jackie was a 5x National Champion and 13x All-American at Ashland University. Jackie and I discussed:1. Finding the throwing events in middle school2. Competing at the Ohio State outdoor track and field championships3. Her first encounter with Jud Logan4. Committing to Ashland University5. Making the transition to collegiate throwing6. Expecting to throw far when it matters most7. Winning her first national championship as a true freshman 8. Managing injuries9. Graduating with honors10. Ashland Elite11. The 2004 Olympic Trials12. The 2004 Olympic Games13. Coming home14. Making the decision to retire15. Transitioning to the "real-world"

Send us Fan MailIn episode 304 of Beyond The Story, Sebastian Rusk interviews Stwerat Miller, Founder of ARKHE Club and Livewire Production, as they dive into the vital themes of strong leadership, intentional goal-setting, and the power of saying “no” to protect your passion. Tune in for actionable insights, inspiring transformation stories, and the motivation you need to take your next big step. TIMESTAMPS[00:01:55] From school entrepreneur to scaling a 100,000-unit bike business[00:04:09] Committing to fitness and building a family business[00:10:13] Lessons learned: Building, exiting, and the trap of success[00:13:06] The power of saying no and focusing on your zone of genius[00:14:19] Reinvention, resilience, and creating momentum at every age[00:17:22] Keys to being present in life and businessQUOTES"You're solving the problem for the first time every time. It does become tiring, but you have to believe in yourself." – Stewart Miller"Every day is Friday if you're doing it right." – Sebastian Rusk"We make work look easy, but the reality is when it feels a little bit like play, that's when you know you've found your space." – Stewart Miller==========================Need help launching your podcast?Schedule a Free Podcast Strategy Call TODAY!PodcastLaunchLabNow.com==========================SOCIAL MEDIA LINKSInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/podcastlaunchlab/Facebook: Facebook.com/sruskLinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sebastianrusk/YouTube: Youtube.com/@PodcastLaunchLabStewart MillerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/stewartmiller/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stewart.miller.940/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stewartmillerlw/ ==========================Take the quiz now! https://podcastquiz.online/==========================Need Money For Your Business? Our Friends at Closer Capital can help! Click here for more info: PodcastsSUCK.com/money==========================PAYING RENT? Earn airline miles when you use the Bilt Rewards MastercardAPPLY HERE: https://bilt.page/r/2H93-5474 

In this interview, Dr.SHIVA Ayyadurai, MIT PhD, Inventor of Email, Scientist, Engineer and Candidate for President, Talks about Massachusetts Government Committing Election Fraud Auto-Deleting Ballot Images. Revealed in Dr.SHIVA® Lawsuit

You probably know the dream where you need to run and your legs won't obey. Carrie names that dream halfway through her conversation with Tanir Ami this week, and from there it's hard to let the idea go. What Tanir describes, and what the whole nonprofit and foundation sector seems to be describing right now, is the waking version of it.In 2020, leadership looked like a million-dollar check hand-walked to a closed UPS office. Decisiveness was the whole job. The uncertainty was acute but legible: a virus, a curve, a set of immediate needs. You moved, or people died. Today's uncertainty is different. Tanir calls it "quieter." The threats are diffuse, the timelines unclear, the systems shifting in ways that might not surface for months or years. The instinct to charge forward survives. The sense of which way to charge does not.Tanir, in the middle of all this, did the opposite of what the field expected. She narrowed. While other leaders were being told that strategic planning had become too hard to attempt, she and her team spent the year writing one. Not a sprawling, hedge-everything plan. The CARESTAR Foundation's new strategic plan turns on a single sentence: eliminate racial disparities in emergency medical services care across California.The 2026 Insights on Purpose research that anchors this season found that most leaders are making major changes to grantmaking or fundraising, and most are doing it without a strategic plan at all. The reasoning is easy to follow: when the ground keeps moving, why commit to a destination? Tanir's answer runs the other way. When the ground keeps moving, the destination is the only stable thing on the horizon. The path will change. The collaborators will undoubtedly change. The question of what you are trying to alter about the world only gets sharper under increasing pressure.When Tanir shared this new, tighter focus publicly, nobody backed away. They moved toward her. Committing publicly to one specific thing made her easier to find, and the plan turned into an invitation. In this week's Research Brief, Matt Price points the same direction: health-focused nonprofits report the lowest optimism of any subsector in the study, and they are the ones who most need a funder willing to cover work that is, as he puts it, "sometimes under attack."Carrie's dream, the one where you run and stay in place, marks one texture of leadership in 2026. This conversation points to another. Choose one thing, say it out loud, and build the plan around it. The legs start moving again. The dream hasn't ended. You've just stopped trying to outrun it. (00:00) - Welcome to Mission Forward (01:18) - Introducing Tanir Ami (04:42) - Why is Racial Justice so important to Pre-Hospital Care? (05:54) - Reflections on Leadership Today... versus 2020 (13:35) - Reimagining Creativity and Collaboration (16:22) - The Strategic Plan (23:05) - The Ten-Year Retrospective (27:55) - Research Briefs with Matt Price

Linda McKissack reveals how agents can turn commissions into buy-and-hold freedom, avoid burnout, build lasting passive income, and create a life where work becomes a choice instead of a lifelong necessity starting today, intentionally now.See article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/build-euphoric-freedom-before-life-forces-drastic-change-with-linda-mckissack/(00:00) - Introduction to Linda McKissack and the Power of Building Wealth Through Buy and Hold(05:00) - From Financial Disaster to the First Investment Property(10:00) - Mattias Shares His Debt Story and the Cashflow Quadrant Connection(15:00) - The Freedom Number and Why Holding Builds Long-Term Options(20:00) - Finding the Money, Finding the Time, and Committing to the Goal(25:00) - Syndications, Control, Risk Tolerance, and Following the Right People(30:00) - Lines of Credit, Foreclosures, and Buying When Others Are Afraid(35:00) - Golden Nuggets, Bigger Futures, and Escaping Comfortable Success(40:00) - Becoming More, Choosing Growth, and the Cost of Comfort(44:00) - Favorite Books, Where to Find Linda, and Closing RemarksContact Linda McKassackhttps://lindamckissack.com/https://www.facebook.com/mckissacklindahttps://www.instagram.com/mckissacklindahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/lindamckissack/https://youtube.com/@LindaMcKissack411⁩ Linda McKissack's story is a reminder that freedom rarely happens by accident. It is built through courage, sacrifice, better questions, and the decision to turn today's income into tomorrow's options. Keep building the kind of life where success does not own you, your business does not trap you, and your future is not left to chance. For more conversations about wealth, wellness, and building a life worth living, visit https://reiagent.comIs success destroying your peace? Most pros grind until they break. Download The Investor's Life Balance Sheet: A Holistic Wealth Audit to see if you are building a legacy or heading for burnout. Presented by The REI Agent Podcast & United States Real Estate Investor® https://sendfox.com/lp/m4jrl

Housing and Urban Development Secretary Scott Turner announces the immediate suspension of federal funding for the Los Angeles Housing Services Authority due to a lack of accountability and measurable results. He argues that despite a massive surge in taxpayer spending, the region's homelessness crisis has only intensified, signaling the failure of the "housing first" model which he claims merely warehouses individuals without addressing underlying issues. To rectify this, the administration is shifting toward a paradigm of self-sufficiency, prioritizing "wraparound services" that target root causes like mental illness and addiction rather than just tracking expenditures or unit counts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Housing and Urban Development Secretary Scott Turner announces the immediate suspension of federal funding for the Los Angeles Housing Services Authority due to a lack of accountability and measurable results. He argues that despite a massive surge in taxpayer spending, the region's homelessness crisis has only intensified, signaling the failure of the "housing first" model which he claims merely warehouses individuals without addressing underlying issues. To rectify this, the administration is shifting toward a paradigm of self-sufficiency, prioritizing "wraparound services" that target root causes like mental illness and addiction rather than just tracking expenditures or unit counts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Authority means more than just showing up on social media. It is about carving out space, going deep, and using your podcast as a vehicle to drive real results in your business. In this episode of Influential Voices of Authority, Erik K. Johnson sits down with Louise McDonnell, host of the Social Media Takeaway podcast and leading social media marketing expert. Louise unpacks how her show has become the cornerstone of her authority, expands her network, and consistently drives speaking opportunities and business growth on a global scale. Important Links: Louise McDonnell website: https://sellonsocial.media Louise's Social selling assessment: https://www.sellon.social Or PodcastTalentCoach.com/SellOn Podcast Authority Audit: http://www.podcasttalentcoach.com/coaching Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcasts: http://www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/apple Spotify: http://www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/spotify Website: http://www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/podcasts   Episode Segments: 00:01 "Building Authority with Podcasting" 00:14 "Deep Dives and Organic Conversations" 01:36 "Guests, JV Partnerships, and Client Stories" 02:11 "Solo vs Interview Episodes" 02:49 "Launching to the Top of the Charts" 03:36 "Celebrating Guests and Milestones" 05:10 "Podcast Doors to Global Stages" 06:19 "Consistent Marketing with Podcasting" 07:19 "Who is Listening? Expanding Your Reach" 08:20 "Battling the Weeds: Staying Strategic" 09:27 "Planning, Data, and Determination" 11:46 "True Marketing Alignment" 13:15 "Where Businesses Go Wrong" 14:17 "The Power of a Clear Offer" 16:27 "Lead Generation Systems that Work" 17:38 "Getting Your Lead Magnet Seen" 18:10 "Ad Budgets and Platform Strategies" 19:14 "Training the Algorithm" 21:41 "Understanding Ad ROI and Nurture" 22:54 "Louise's Social Selling Assessment" 24:56 "How to Access the Assessment" 26:34 "If Louise Started Over" 28:35 "What's Next for Louise"   Key Takeaways: - Your Podcast as a Launchpad Louise reveals how her podcast directly led to speaking gigs at global summits, stronger JV partnerships, and a far-reaching client base. Visibility leads to opportunity, not just more content. - Consistency and Clarity Build Authority Coaches and consultants often let their own marketing slide. Committing to a podcast schedule keeps your brand top-of-mind and enforces discipline in your own strategic growth. - Marketing Missteps to Avoid Louise's data-driven social selling assessment highlights two major problems: lack of a clear, compelling offer and no lead generation system. She explains how social media marketing fails when the basics are overlooked, regardless of platform tricks or new features. - Your Email List is Your Real Asset Chasing followers is not the key. Louise argues the true winners in social media are those with powerful, nurtured email lists–and she shares her formula for connecting social efforts to lead generation and nurturing for real business growth. - Paid Ads are Essential for Scale Louise emphasizes the necessity of paid ads in today's landscape but breaks down how to be smart with modest budgets and train the algorithm for better ROI. She unpacks common pitfalls in Meta AI ad creation and how to keep brand images authentic. - Assess to Progress Louise's social selling assessment empowers entrepreneurs and experts to pinpoint real blockages in their marketing–from messaging to offer clarity to systems for consistent client acquisition.   Episode Highlights: How Louise leveraged her podcast to hit top business charts and open new business relationships Real stories of surprise listeners and expanding markets outside your niche Proven ways to move from frustrating busy-work to strategic marketing action The simple "alignment" principle that multiplies authority, no matter the platform Tactical tips on ads, LinkedIn tactics, and building a global business from a rural base   Connect with Louise McDonnell: Ready to identify your blind spots? Take Louise's free Social Selling Assessment and discover exactly where your marketing needs attention: https://sellon.social/assessment You can also find all the details at PodcastTalentCoach.com/sellon Website: https://sellon.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/louisemcdonnell/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisemcdonnell/   Your Podcast Authority Audit: Ready to strategically grow your podcast authority? You've published the episodes. You've stayed consistent. You know your content is good. And yet… You're not being seen as the authority in your niche Your podcast isn't creating the level of influence or opportunity you expected People listen—but they don't take action And you sound professional… but not unforgettable The truth? Consistency alone doesn't create authority. Intentional leadership does. Are you ready to turn your podcast into an authority engine and not just more content? Would you like to move from best-kept secret to recognized authority? Let me audit your podcast and find the gaps. Go to www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/coaching, click the button and apply to have a chat with me. We will uncover your authority positioning problem, develop your plan to succeed, and see how I can help and support you to achieve your podcast goals. Get your podcast audit at www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/coaching.

For B'Tselem executive director Yuli Novak, the firestorm around the New York Times column by Nicholas Kristof decrying sexual violence by Israelis against Palestinians in the West Bank and in Israeli prisons has had the wrong focus. Speaking on the Haaretz Podcast, Novak said the Israeli government’s "propaganda machine" and other critics focused on challenging the facts regarding the abuse described in the piece, which she says are backed up by "dozens of testimonies" collected by her organization. "I would say it's much less a question whether these things [sexual abuse of Palestinians] are happening or not happening, and much more about what it means for all of us, and first and foremost for the victims." In its report on prisons, based on testimonies from Palestinians detained and then released from 16 detention facilities after October 7, B’Tselem documented "ongoing torture, physical and mental" abuse and the use of starvation and denial of medical treatment "as a policy." B’Tselem’s conclusion: that these facilities represented "a network of torture camps," which Novak admitted "was hard to grasp as an Israeli. For me – torture camps have been something that happens somewhere else." October 7 had been an opportunity and a “catalyst” for right-wing extremists in the government to influence policies in the direction of “their nationalist, racist, and in the case of National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and the prison system – I would even say their sadistic agenda,” Novak said. “We can keep telling ourselves that we're a democracy, but if Israel, holding almost half of its population under its control without the right to go and vote for the system that governs them, it's not a democracy.” Read more: B'Tselem Report: Testimonies Describe 'Pattern of Sexual Violence' Against Palestinian Prisoners UN Secretary-General Report Accuses Israeli Forces of Rape, Sexual Abuse of Palestinian Detainees Ben-Gvir Is Not Alone: These Are His Collaborators in the Illegal Treatment of Palestinian Prisoners Op-ed by Yuli Novak: Even if You Call Israel a Democracy, It Is Still Apartheid Israel Must Let Red Cross Visit Palestinian Security Prisoners, High Court Rules Read B'Tselem's full report on Israeli prisons as a network of torture campsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SUMMARY When AI and tools like Canva make average accessible to everyone, what actually separates great brands from the rest? In this solo episode, Mike Brevik explores how the barrier to creative and marketing output has collapsed, and why that makes creativity, authenticity, and brand identity more critical than ever. From the risks of blending in on social media to the comeback of nostalgia branding, Mike maps out what it takes to stand out when everyone looks and sounds the same. The answer comes back to knowing who you are and having the consistency to show up that way every single time. KEY TAKEAWAYS When everyone has the same tools, average becomes the floor, not the ceiling. The brands that stand out are the ones who go beyond that baseline. Authenticity is making a comeback as audiences grow tired of AI-generated sameness. Showing up as exactly who you are is now a competitive advantage. Nostalgia and retro branding are rising because they create real emotional connection in a world where everything looks the same. Founder brands and original content like podcasts and video give you a point of differentiation no tool can replicate. Consistency is the long game. Committing to a plan and measuring over time is what separates businesses that break through from those that quit before the results show up. LINKS AND RESOURCES cyberdogzmarketing.com brandretro.com KEYWORDS Brand Retro Mindset, death of average, AI marketing, Canva, content creation, brand authenticity, nostalgia branding, retro branding, brand identity, social media strategy, creative differentiation, consistency, founder brand, content strategy, marketing tools, standing out, blending in, Brand Retro Podcast, Mike Brevik, Cyberdogz EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS [00:00:02 - 00:01:26] Mike sets up the Death of Average concept and how accessible tools have closed the gap between amateur and professional marketing. [00:03:38 - 00:05:14] Why jumping on every trend means blending into the competition rather than standing out from it. [00:08:22 - 00:09:25] Founder brands, podcasts, and original video as the most powerful tools for differentiation in a tool-saturated world. [00:11:09 - 00:13:21] Why AI has actually made creativity more important, and how good prompting requires real strategic thinking. [00:16:56 - 00:19:09] Authenticity making a comeback as audiences grow tired of AI-generated sameness. [00:19:57 - 00:21:19] Nostalgia and retro branding rising as emotional differentiators in an uncertain market. [00:21:54 - 00:24:18] Why consistency and commitment are the real foundation for marketing that works long-term.

In a world of job-hopping, side hustles, and an endless LinkedIn feed, Tim Harris did something almost no one does anymore. He stayed put. Few executives spend an entire career helping build a dynasty. Tim Harris spent 35 years with the Los Angeles Lakers, rising to President of Business Operations and helping transform the franchise into a global brand. Through championship eras, iconic athletes like Kobe Bryant and LeBron James, and decades of change in professional sports, Tim's influence was felt not on the hardwood, but in the culture, leadership, and business excellence that powered one of the NBA's most storied organizations. In this episode you'll learn: ➡️ Why clarity of role is the most underrated tool in any leader's arsenal ➡️ The three unspoken words that silently destroy any team  ➡️ What Kobe Bryant taught Tim about mindset (+ why it matters off the court) ➡️ How the Lakers built one of the most powerful brands in sports ➡️ What elite athletes do differently + how it translates directly to business  ➡️ What caring, high-performing leadership actually looks like  ➡️ Why giving away free tickets to strangers was a brilliant + caring business decision ➡️ The cost of short-termism + what we lose when we stop playing the long game Even a brand as iconic as the Lakers wasn't built by championships alone. Tim says its foundation was built one small, genuine human moment at a time.  This… is A Bit of Optimism. + + + Chapters Chapters 00:00:00 You Have to Love Them in Order to Win 00:01:54 Why Tim Stayed 35 Years With One Company 00:04:30 From Soccer Player to Lakers President: Tim's Unlikely Journey 00:07:54 Coaching as Leadership: Don't Play on the Field 00:09:39 The Long Game vs Day Trading Success 00:11:00 The Underrated Tool of Clarity of Role 00:13:29 Kobe's Compartmentalization: Nice Guy Off Court, Competitor On Court 00:15:19 The Mental Game: What Separates Elite Athletes From Everyone Else 00:22:08 The Three Unspoken Words That Ruin Any Team 00:24:16 Meeting People Where They Are 00:36:45 Caught You Being a Laker: Empowering Employees to Create Magic 00:30:31 The Empty Seat Philosophy: Turning Sunk Costs Into Memories 00:31:35 Building Brands One Tiny Act at a Time 00:38:42 Remember That Business Is Always Human 00:42:04 The Jenga Theory: Every Interaction Either Builds or Destroys Your Brand 00:46:31 Caring Structure: What People Actually Crave at Work 00:47:26 Never Miss Your Kid's Game: The Accountability Agreement 00:50:09 Learning From Legends: Phil Jackson and the Human-First Philosophy 00:48:48 The Work Happens in the Dark: What Made Kobe and LeBron Great 00:50:56 Stop and Look at the Joy: Championship Lessons and Kobe's Legacy + + + Credits Footage: NBA Entertainment Photos: http://bit.ly/43Fb37Z (Full List) + + + Simon is an unshakable optimist. He believes in a bright future and our ability to build it together. Described as “a visionary thinker with a rare intellect,” Simon has devoted his professional life to help advance a vision of the world that does not yet exist; a world in which the vast majority of people wake up every single morning inspired, feel safe wherever they are and end the day fulfilled by the work that they do. Simon is the author of multiple best-selling books including Start With Why, Leaders Eat Last, Together is Better, and The Infinite Game. + + + Website: http://simonsinek.com/ Leaderful: https://simonsinek.com/leaderful Podcast: http://apple.co/simonsinek Instagram: https://instagram.com/simonsinek/ Linkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/simonsinek/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/simonsinek Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/simonsinek

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Life moves faster than we realize. One day you blink, and years have passed. So what are we doing with the time God has given us?In this message, Pastor Brandon continues our Chasing Purpose series by looking at Solomon's final reflections in Ecclesiastes. After a life filled with wealth, influence, success, and regret, Solomon gives wisdom for how to live a life that actually matters.Through stories from the Dominican Republic, the Light Bearers Project, a powerful memorial service, and reflections on legacy, Pastor Brandon reminds us of three important truths: invest in the future, enjoy the season you are in, and keep God at the center of everything.If you want your life to leave a lasting impact, this message will encourage you to live with purpose, perspective, and eternity in mind.0:00 – YouTube Welcome from Pastor Brandon0:22 – Memorial Day Weekend Welcome0:44 – Opening Prayer1:11 – Pastor Brandon's Recent Trip Recap1:23 – Dominican Republic Trip + Solar Electricity Project1:46 – Country Music Awards + Travel Week2:10 – Brett Allen's Memorial2:54 – Ecclesiastes as Solomon's Final Speech3:21 – Dominican Republic Photos + Magdalena4:02 – Confronted by Poverty and Injustice4:34 – Why Missions Change Your Perspective4:56 – The Need for Electricity5:18 – Committing to Solar Power5:43 – The Three-Year Process6:10 – Out of Sight, Out of Mind6:54 – Returning to the Dominican Republic7:12 – Interviewing the Pastor7:41 – Why Electricity Matters8:07 – How Electricity Serves the Community8:32 – Praying and Fasting for Venture9:01 – Impact for the Next Two Decades9:11 – Home Visit Story9:47 – A Widow's Story in the Dominican Republic10:20 – How Electricity Helps Her Family10:38 – Compassion Sponsorship Story11:04 – Serving Hot Dogs to the Kids11:23 – Kids Saving Food for Their Parents12:08 – Food Storage and Electricity12:46 – The Weight of Her Story13:15 – Invitation to Give Toward the Project13:51 – Reflecting on Life and Legacy14:23 – Life Is Short14:58 – Solomon's Advice to the Next Generation15:27 – Ecclesiastes 9:1116:19 – Time and Chance Happen to Everyone17:11 – No One Knows Their Hour18:02 – Remembering Brett Allen18:51 – Life Can Be Gone Quickly19:25 – Country Music Awards Reflection20:22 – What Would Your Final Speech Say?20:53 – Three Things Solomon Tells Us to Do21:29 – Invest in the Future22:01 – Decisions Today Affect Tomorrow22:29 – Do Not Wait for Perfect Conditions22:58 – Sow Seeds for the Future23:49 – Brett Allen's Final Words24:56 – “Stay Here. Keep Working.”25:59 – The Value of Long-Term Friendship26:41 – Investing Early in Life27:36 – Investing in Apple Stock29:06 – Investing Your Life, Not Just Finances29:27 – Planting Venture Church29:59 – Airplane Conversation After the CMA Awards31:25 – The Impact of Venture in the Community32:10 – Why Investing in Kids Ministry Matters32:36 – Enjoy the Season You Are In33:07 – Remember God in Every Season33:49 – Advice for Your 20s34:45 – Enjoying the Empty Nest Season36:11 – Have Fun, But Remember God36:39 – Remember Your Creator37:37 – Life Has Meaning When God Is the Center38:09 – Solomon's Final Conclusion38:51 – Fear God and Keep His Commandments39:03 – Response Moment39:50 – Living with God at the Center40:42 – Commissioning Prayer41:30 – Leaving a Legacy42:17 – Closing Prayer43:51 – YouTube Outro

Krzysztof Trojnar is the cinematographer of the Netflix series, Something Very Bad is Going to Happen. It's a genuinely unsettling horror show about a woman whose anxiety about an upcoming family wedding spirals into something far darker, with Krzysztof's camera work enhancing the feeling of dread. Key Podcast Highlights: -How the visual language of the show deliberately evolves across episodes, moving from Steadicam to gimbal to handheld to body rig, mirroring the protagonist's psychological deterioration in real time. -Committing to a single lens for nearly the entire show. Krzysztof shot roughly 90% of the series on a 25mm, and he explains exactly why that choice creates presence without distortion. -Fabricating a custom 360° body camera rig from scratch, because nothing like it existed as a rental. The rig used a Steadicam vest fitted with an industrial bearing to orbit the camera around the actress in the show's harrowing final episode. Find Krzysztof Trojnar: https://krzysztoftrojnar.com/ Instagram @krzysztof_trojnar See Something Very Bad is Going to Happen on Netflix Hear our previous episode with Krzysztof Trojnar on the series Baby Reindeer: https://www.camnoir.com/ep269/ SHOW RUNDOWN: 02:17 Close Focus 13:35-58:31 Krzysztof Trojnar interview 59:14 Short ends 01:07:08 Wrap up/Credits The Cinematography Podcast website: www.camnoir.com YouTube: @TheCinematographyPodcast Facebook: @cinepod Instagram: @thecinepod Blue Sky: @thecinepod.bsky.social

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Pre-order WINGMAN now on Apple TV, coming out May 26th! : https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/wingman/umc.cmc.nfzru25awp5jnendhudhjw9t This episode is sponsored by Cheers Health, Inc, Quince -Refresh your wardrobe with Quince. Go to Quince.com/HARLAND for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. - Same night out — way better morning with Cheers. For a limited time our listeners are getting 20% off their entire order by using code [HARLAND] at CheersHealth.com. #Cheers #ad Thanks for watching the Harland Highway. More Harland Williams: Harland Highway Podcast Video: https://www.youtube.com/c/HarlandHighwayPodcast Harland Highway Podcast Audio: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-harland-highway/id321980603 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/harlandwilliams Harbling Shirts: https://www.harbling.com Official Website: https://www.harlandwilliams.com Twitter :https://twitter.com/harlandhighway?lang=en #podcast #harlandwilliams More Brad Williams: X:https://x.com/funnybrad?lang=en Website:https://bradwilliamscomedy.com/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/bradwilliamscomic/?hl=en 00:00 Intro 00:15 Williams Highway intro 06:13 23 and Me 10:00 Sending Brad Williams to Vancouver 15:00 Autoerotic Asphyxiation 20:00 Puppy Play 25:00 Brad's Darkest Fantasy 30:00 Committing to the Dwarf 35:00 Dog Sledding 40:00 Shooting Guns 45:00 Height Adjustment Surgery 50:00 Brad's Nutty Feet 55:00 Size Difference 1:06:00 Kids 1:10:00 Largest Animal 1:15:00 Wooden Shoe 1:22:00 Shipping off Brad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Goals are good for planning your progress and systems are good for actually making progress. Goals can provide direction and even push you forward in the short-term, but eventually a well-designed system will always win. Having a system is what matters. Committing to the process is what makes the difference.

Did everyone do cocaine before reporting this story? Chicago’s best morning radio show now has a podcast! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts and remember that the conversation always lives on the Q101 Facebook page. Brian & Kenzie are live every morning from 6a-10a on Q101. Subscribe to our channel HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@Q101 Like Q101 on Facebook HERE: https://www.facebook.com/q101chicago Follow Q101 on Twitter HERE: https://twitter.com/Q101Chicago Follow Q101 on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/q101chicago/?hl=en Follow Q101 on TikTok HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@q101chicago?lang=enSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss sin in the Christian life and its effects on our relationship with Christ. Questions Covered in This Episode: If I keep committing the same sin, am I still a Christian?  What is sin? What is a Christian? Since Christians are able to not sin, does that mean Christians won't sin? What is the biblical tension here? How does sin affect our union or communion with Christ? If someone comes to you concerned about another individual's sin and their salvation, what would you say? How often do I have that conversation with the same person who is in ongoing, unrepentant sin? How do you respond to a believer who is struggling with sin and asking what they should do? Helpful Definitions: Sin: Disobedience to God and His law. Total Depravity: Not able to not sin. Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Romans 5, Romans 3, Genesis 3, Exodus, John 15, Hebrews 10:14, 1 John 1:5-2:1, Hebrews 3:13 TrainingtheChurch.com/support “Remember and Rehearse” by JT English “Ten Words to Live By” by Jen Wilkin “Home with God”  by Kyle Worley Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurchYou can now receive your first seminary class for FREE from Midwestern Seminary after completing Lifeway's Deep Discipleship curriculum, featuring JT, Jen and Kyle. Learn more at mbts.edu/deepdiscipleship.To learn more about our sponsors please visit our sponsor page.Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The gloves are OFF in what might be the messiest media feud of the year. On today's afternoon episode of the Rush Hour Podcast, we break down the escalating war between Candace Owens and Laura Loomer—and it's no longer just online drama. What started as personal jabs has spiraled into serious accusations, with Candace now suggesting Laura may have crossed a legal line in her attempt to smear her and her family. Allegations of doxxing, immigration claims, and threats of lawsuits are flying in every direction as this feud turns into a full-blown legal and reputational battle. () We unpack what Candace says she's uncovered, whether a crime may have actually been committed, and why this fight is exposing deeper fractures inside the MAGA media world. Plus, we zoom out to the bigger picture: the ongoing war in Iran and how it continues to divide political allies, with major voices turning on each other as tensions rise and narratives shift. () It's chaos, it's personal, and it's far from over. All that and so much more on today's Rush Hour.

It's not too early to start counting down to a wild card berth. Battlehawk, Battlehawk, Roar, Roar, Roar. Big bases clearing double for Herrera. Oli Marmol talking about the team's relentlessness. The religious right of the TMA audience. Good on em, I say. JJ Wetherholt talking about the Cardinal lineup being 'convicted to the plan.' Porta Potty Guy.The Prime Ministers are falling apart. Congratulations to the April 2026 Listener of the Month, Ray King. The heavy, bearded men census. Golden Girl Talk. They're not happy in Toronto. Audio of a reporter going off on the hire of John Chayka. Rank and file fries. Keep an eye on Flag Day.Runnin' down the hallway. Chairman's got the Mozeliak look going. Larry Nickel will NOT be calling in due to prior commitments. Cards were 33-24 going into the month of June last year. Why does it feel so different this year? All homegrown players in the lineup last night. Committing to a plan. Scholarship players gone.Powell Symphony Hall. Ken Rosenthal had a lot to say on his podcast about the direction of the Cardinal franchise. Audio of him talking about going back to their roots and going with younger players. Expecting the Cardinals to be back in a big way. Rosenthal talking about what the Cardinals may do if they're contending at the trade deadline. Natty Nate is back. He told us. He's convinced getting rid of Mo was the key. What's Natty Nate been up to? Bucky's Bang Bus is gonna gift Natty Nate some Big Mac Land tickets. Stay out of it, Kilcoyne. Popcorn and water. Tums Cam. Anti nacho stance. Ste. Genevive vs. Jefferson County.Happy Birthday, Adele. Still trying to figure out what's different with this year's Cardinal team. At this pace... Doug wants Fedde back. Can't blame fans for liking this team because they're cute. Things are gettin' ugly in the Red Sox clubhouse.Jackson's Cinco de Mayo plans. In the shadows of River Des Peres. The Battle of Puebla. You may not have multiple scores in an update. Calling time and temperature. Timmy Touts. Situation on the Spread Zone. Tyga. Tips for having the middle seat stay open. A nauseous pervert.Mambo Number 5. Grab your best gal. More Ken Rosenthal audio talking about no expecting the Cardinals to stay in the hunt.Look, Doug, it's Brody sittin' over there. Brody was at the Tigers luncheon and saw Doug getting taken to task. A hero's entrance. High pockets. Brody redirecting the conversation. Dylan Holloway's extension. Lots of SLU and Mizzou college basketball talk. Brody wants a Wetherholt extension NOW.Doug Vaughn Memorial Sex Addict. Design Aire Heating & Cooling EMOTDFavorite Bond songs. Sabby Carpenter's dress at The Met Gala. Diamond bangs. Timothy Chalamet skipped The Met Gala to see Knicks/76ers Game 1. Down on bright colored suits.What do you rhyme with Sosa? Greatest heel tag team in wrestling history. Audio from Cards Territory of Lance Lynn supporting the homerun chain. The Hot Take Chain. Red boots with the fur. Doug topless at the Cards game. Blues fan survey results per Jeremy Rutherford. 1.6 was a year ago last night.And the winner of the Design Aire Heating & Cooling EMOTD is...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00-18:47) It's not too early to start counting down to a wild card berth. Battlehawk, Battlehawk, Roar, Roar, Roar. Big bases clearing double for Herrera. Oli Marmol talking about the team's relentlessness. The religious right of the TMA audience. Good on em, I say. JJ Wetherholt talking about the Cardinal lineup being 'convicted to the plan.' Porta Potty Guy.(18:55-36:24) The Prime Ministers are falling apart. Congratulations to the April 2026 Listener of the Month, Ray King. The heavy, bearded men census. Golden Girl Talk. They're not happy in Toronto. Audio of a reporter going off on the hire of John Chayka. Rank and file fries. Keep an eye on Flag Day.(36:34-58:10) Runnin' down the hallway. Chairman's got the Mozeliak look going. Larry Nickel will NOT be calling in due to prior commitments. Cards were 33-24 going into the month of June last year. Why does it feel so different this year? All homegrown players in the lineup last night. Committing to a plan. Scholarship players gone.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Host: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) and Co-Host: (ronthe3manweav)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676

Episode Description:James talks with psychotherapist and bestselling author Amy Morin about practical mental strength—the kind you need in the moment, not just in theory. Amy's earlier books focused on what mentally strong people don't do. Her new book, The Mental Strength Playbook, turns that work into 50 fast, usable tools for anxiety, stress, worry, conflict, focus, and resilience.The conversation is personal and tactical. Amy explains why “manage your stress” is useless advice when you're already overwhelmed, and instead offers small moves that can change your physiology, your thinking, or your next action. She and James talk about scheduled worry, reverse worry lists, psychological distance, “smell the pizza” breathing, half-smiling, doing something kind for someone else, and why solving problems can help with depression.What makes this episode useful is that it treats mental strength like a playbook, not a personality trait. Life deals different hands—money stress, relationship friction, anxiety, public speaking, aging, creative blocks—and the goal is to have a strategy ready for the hand you're holding.What You'll Learn:Why Amy wanted to write a “painkiller, not a vitamin” book for mental strength.How scheduling worry can reduce rumination and help your brain reset.Why a reverse worry list can turn anxiety into excitement before high-pressure moments.How simple physical tools—breathing, half-smiling, psychological distance—can calm the body before the mind catches up.Why doing something kind for someone else can interrupt rumination and restore a sense of agency.How values help you play the long game when current frustrations feel overwhelming.Timestamped Chapters:[02:00] Amy on grief, stress, and why vague advice doesn't help[03:22] Articles as a testing ground for books[03:36] Amy's life on a sailboat and the simplicity it created[05:48] From 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do to The Mental Strength Playbook[06:41] Why people need immediate tools, not abstract advice[07:53] Financial anxiety and the first question to ask yourself[09:00] Scheduling time to worry[10:05] Why 3 a.m. worries often shrink by afternoon[11:02] Amy's own worries about family and what she can't control[12:37] The reverse worry list for acute anxiety[13:42] James' public-speaking anxiety technique[14:37] Psychological distance and separating yourself from anxiety[15:12] The good-vibes boomerang: doing something kind for someone else[16:53] Why not all charity or service feels emotionally useful[18:00] Neuroplasticity and rewiring the brain[20:08] The half-smile technique[22:16] Handling heated political or family arguments[23:12] “Smell the pizza” breathing[24:45] Happiness vs. wellbeing[25:48] Brain chemistry, dopamine, serotonin, and purpose[27:17] Amy's origin story after loss and the viral article that changed her career[28:42] How Rush Limbaugh unexpectedly revived her first book[32:01] Life after becoming an accidental bestselling author[34:25] How writing books changed Amy as a therapist[35:11] Anxiety disorders, treatment, exposure therapy, and medication[37:46] James on writing, anxiety, and the danger of addictive medication[40:05] The power of writing 10 ideas a day[42:16] Why mental strength requires multiple plays for different situations[43:11] Chess, focus, aging, and cognitive load[48:29] Why simplicity may protect attention[49:08] The secret to long-term relationships[52:54] Committing to the long game[56:05] Closing thoughts on The Mental Strength PlaybookAdditional Resources:Amy Morin's official websiteThe Mental Strength Playbook official pageAmy Morin's books page, including her mental strength titlesAmy Morin's podcast pageSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we welcome Arthur and Ester Brooks to talk about marriage, suffering, and the path to lasting love. Arthur and Ester share what it's like to minister together, revealing both the grace needed and the hard work it takes to love each other faithfully over decades. We also reflect on suffering as an invitation for growth, why pain is fruitful, and how the hardest places in life are where love is purified. Whether you are married, single, or in religious life, intimacy with God is our source of strength for every situation we encounter in life.    Heather's One Thing - Franciscan's Resurrection Party! Heather's Other One Thing -  10 Day Pentecost Audio Prayer Plan Sister Miriam's One Thing - Heather's Easter Spotify Playlist  Michelle's One Thing - Everyone who just came into the Catholic Church! Ester's One Thing - Her husband Arthur! Ester's Other One Thing - Professional Cycling Arthur's One Thing - Opportunities to witness to the Catholic faith during The Meaning of Your Life book launch   Other Resources Mentioned: Arthur Brooks' Website  Ester Brooks' Instagram The Meaning of Your Life: Finding Purpose in an Age of Emptiness by Arthur Brooks Other Books by Arthur Brooks   Journal Questions: What does it look like to fight well? How have I witnessed or experienced a marriage that is an antenna to God? What suffering in my life am I resisting? What are the discomforts and sufferings I have experienced today that I can thank God for?   Discussion Questions: When are you tempted to be led by your feelings? When have you had to let go of resisting suffering in the past? Where in your life, marriage, or relationships do you feel stalled? How is God inviting you to prioritize Him over your marriage, relationships, and responsibilities?   Quotes to Ponder: "It is Jesus that you seek when you dream of happiness; he is waiting for you when nothing else you find satisfies you; he is the beauty to which you are so attracted; it is he who provokes you with that thirst for fullness that will not let you settle for compromise; it is he who urges you to shed the masks of a false life; it is he who reads in your hearts your most genuine choices, the choices that others try to stifle. It is Jesus who stirs in you the desire to do something great with your lives, the will to follow an ideal, the refusal to allow yourselves to be grounded down by mediocrity, the courage to commit yourselves humbly and patiently to improving yourselves and society, making the world more human and more fraternal." (Pope John Paul II, World Youth Day, Rome, 2000)   Scripture for Lectio: "Let love be genuine; hate what is evil, hold fast to what is good; love one another with mutual affection; outdo one another in showing honor. Do not lag in zeal, be ardent in spirit, serve the Lord. Rejoice in hope, be patient in suffering, persevere in prayer." (Romans 12:9-12)   Sponsor - The Inspired Living: The Inspired Living is your one-stop shop for Mother's Day and Sacrament season! Whether you're shopping for the mother who inspired your faith, the child whose love for the Eucharist is flourishing, or the bride who is curating her Catholic home, we've sourced the best Catholic home decor, books, toys, and gifts to lift souls to God and inspire our hearts to ponder Heaven. Our unique array of handcrafted goods are made by artisans not only in the United States, but around the world who are committed to bringing eternal beauty into the home. Abiding Together Listeners get an exclusive 20% off discount using the code ABIDE2026. The Inspired living - bringing eternal beauty to the home    Timestamps: 00:00 The Inspired Living 00:44 Intro 01:54 Scripture Verse 06:06 Ministering as A Married Couple 10:03 How to Fight and Bring About Deeper Union 15:23 Suffering Helps Us Grow 26:12 Committing to A Prayer Life 32:22 Making Space to Become 36:06 Putting God First and Your Spouse Second 38:10 The Science of Being Happy 41:44 One Things

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump makes multiple conflicting remarks on the Iran war. And the Trump administration opens a tariff refund portal. Rep. Adam Smith and Neal Katyal join Lawrence O'Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

1. Iran Military Conflict The U.S. has conducted a 39–40 day military campaign against Iran that resulted in a decisive and generational defeat of Iran’s conventional military. Assertions include the destruction of Iran’s air defenses, missiles, drones, navy, air force, and military leadership, and thousands of U.S. strikes. President Trump announced a two‑week ceasefire, contingent on Iranian compliance. Three demands for Iran: Zero uranium enrichment Surrender of enriched uranium stockpiles Keep the Strait of Hormuz open Democrats are undermining the effort by labeling it a potential “quagmire” and accusing Trump of war crimes. Trump’s willingness to escalate further (e.g., bombing power plants or bridges) if Iran violates ceasefire terms. 2. U.S. Politics and Media Framing Democrats and media are prioritizing opposition to Trump over national security. Repeated theme that Democrats allegedly: Downplay Iranian terrorism Protect adversaries of the U.S. Undermine American military success 3. Artemis II Space Mission Highlights Artemis II as the first human mission to orbit the Moon since Apollo. Four astronauts are returning after a nine‑day mission in the Orion capsule. Emphasizes inspiration, technological achievement, and national pride. Artemis program goal: Return humans to the Moon by 2028 Land the first woman on the Moon Establish sustained human presence and a future lunar base Frames the Moon mission as a strategic competition with China, especially over lunar south pole resources. Stresses bipartisan cooperation in space policy and Congressional funding protections. 4. Illegal Immigration and Crime Argues that Biden-era immigration policies allowed violent criminals into the U.S. Several high-profile murder cases are involving illegal immigrants. Illegal border crossings have dropped dramatically under Trump. Accuses Democrats are: Supporting sanctuary policies Opposing ICE enforcement Prioritizing illegal immigrants over U.S. citizens Raises terrorism concerns, citing arrests of foreign nationals entering the U.S. illegally. Frames immigration as a central midterm election issue and public safety crisis. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/verdictwithtedcruz X: https://x.com/tedcruz X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.