Podcasts about Comparison

In this episode of Selective Ignorance, Mandii B is joined by super producer A-King, journalist Jayson Rodriguez, Jason “Jah” Lee, and Yomi for a wide-ranging conversation unpacking current events, immigration, celebrity culture, criminal justice, sports, and the court of public opinion. The episode opens with introductions and a preview of the week's biggest stories [ 00:00 ][ 01:07 ], before the crew settles into lighthearted beach and producer banter [ 03:31 ] and a detour into farmers market culture [ 06:16 ]. They quickly revisit and correct last week's IVF mix-up, clarifying the facts surrounding the widely discussed case and reflecting on the importance of accountability when discussing breaking news [ 08:22 ]. From there, the conversation shifts to broader discussions around relationships and gender expectations [ 12:28 ], before reacting to Megyn Kelly's comments celebrating the revocation of Temporary Protected Status for Haitian immigrants [ 13:44 ]. Mandii shares her experience attending the Haiti vs. Morocco World Cup match, sparking a larger discussion about geography, cultural awareness, and why so many Americans mistakenly fail to recognize Morocco as part of Africa [ 18:04 ]. The crew continues with a thoughtful conversation about immigration, Haiti's history, and the importance of historical context in today's political debates [ 22:58 ]. The discussion then pivots toward crime, accountability, and internet discourse, beginning with the latest Knicks social media debates [ 30:27 ] before unpacking the Terrion Arnold-linked Tampa kidnapping and robbery case [ 31:20]. As more details emerge—including the stolen Bible call [ 32:55 ], text messages allegedly connecting those involved [ 34:27 ], and debates over retaliation, justice, and so-called "lick back" culture [ 39:07 ][ 43:18 ]—the hosts examine how social media often blurs the line between accountability and entertainment. The conversation also touches on systemic education challenges through a discussion about cursive instruction [ 45:54 ], before shifting to the viral story of a JPMorgan Chase DEI director who lost her job after dumping the contents of a Knicks trash can into the street [ 48:47 ]. The crew debates workplace ethics, public behavior, and viral accountability [ 52:08 ][ 54:57 ], while also discussing the role of bystander videos, cell phone footage, and "snitching" culture [ 58:23 ]. The latter half of the episode focuses heavily on the Big Tigger domestic abuse case, beginning with discussion of the now-viral Ring camera footage [ 59:08 ][ 59:42 ]. The hosts break down Georgia's battery statute [ 01:00:23 ], explore why public opinion has been divided [ 01:01:49 ], and examine how a person's past can shape internet reactions to present-day allegations [ 01:06:42 ]. Comparisons to other high-profile international cases [ 01:08:55 ], conversations about emotional blind spots [ 01:11:30 ], and a broader debate around morality, accountability, and the seven deadly sins [ 01:15:15 ] all lead into updates on the case itself [ 01:20:55 ]. Closing out the episode, the crew turns to entertainment and music, beginning with reactions to Oprah Winfrey's story about Whitney Houston and the resulting online backlash [ 01:26:34 ][ 01:33:22 ], before examining the complicated relationship many audiences have with Oprah herself [ 01:36:20 ]. After a brief detour into NBA merchandise, Knicks collectibles, and sneaker culture [ 01:38:05 ][ 01:38:33 ][ 01:39:23 ], the conversation shifts to Lizzo's criticism of label support amid declining album sales [ 01:39:48 ]. The hosts unpack the realities of music marketing in the streaming era [ 01:41:01 ], public opinion [ 01:42:43 ], body positivity [ 01:44:10 ], and conversations surrounding image, audience perception, and media narratives [ 01:47:38 ][ 01:50:00 ]. They also discuss politics, album branding, commercial performance, and accountability in today's music industry [ 01:51:39 ][ 01:53:24 ][ 01:54:36 ], before celebrating the BET Awards' Lauryn Hill tribute [ 01:56:11 ] and reflecting on her enduring influence through the lens of "Ex-Factor" [ 01:58:18 ]. The episode concludes with thoughts on legacy, prayers for former NFL star Chris Johnson following his ALS diagnosis, Essence Fest, a preview of the upcoming bonus episode, one final mystery surrounding the infamous Knicks trash can, and the show's signature sign-off [ 02:00:48 ][ 02:02:46 ][ 02:04:57 ][02:06:30 ][ 02:08:15 ]. No Holes Barred: A Dual Manifesto Of Sexual Exploration And Power” w/ Tempest X! Sale Link Follow the host on Social MediaMandii B Instagram/X @fullcourtpumps Follow the crew on Social Media @itsaking @jaysonrodriguez @mrhiphopobama Follow the show on Social MediaInstagram @selectiveignorancepodTiktok @selective.ignoranceX/Twitter @selectiveig_podSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lisa Nichols shares the practices of abundant thinkers and the affirmation that pulled her out of clinical depression. She reveals why the words after "I am" shape your reality, why comparison steals your joy, and how she nearly sabotaged her own success. This episode will challenge you to confront what no longer serves you and become who you've always known yourself to be.Source: Step Into Your Life Purpose | Lisa NicholsHosted by Sean CroxtonFollow me on InstagramSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

“I was a rare commodity.” Champ Bailey  Hall of Fame cornerback Champ Bailey joins Ryan Clark, Channing Crowder, and Fred Taylor for a conversation that goes far beyond football. Widely regarded as one of the greatest defensive backs to ever play the game, Champ reflects on the mindset, preparation, and discipline that helped build his legendary career. From his early days in the NFL to becoming a shutdown corner who rarely allowed quarterbacks to challenge him, he opens up about what made him different and the standards he held himself to every time he stepped on the field.  Revealing one of the hardest experiences Champ went through, he shares the tough reality of learning business, that sometimes no matter how good you are at something, if you aren't a decision maker's pick, you won't be given the chance for success. He takes us inside one of the biggest trades in NFL history, recounting his move from Washington to Denver and how that moment reshaped the trajectory of his career. He also revisits his remarkable 2006 season, when he reached the peak of his powers and cemented his reputation as one of football's most feared defenders. He also weighs in on comparisons to fellow all-time great Darrelle Revis, offering his perspective on the debate and what separates elite cornerbacks from the rest. The conversation wouldn't be complete without reliving one of the most iconic plays of his career — the unforgettable 99-yard interception return against New England. Champ gives a play-by-play breakdown of what he saw, what he was thinking, and how close he came to finishing the touchdown that fans still talk about today. We have some good laughs as he takes us inside what was going through his mind running down the field before he was brought down.  Now a father, Champ shares how life and leadership have evolved off the field, discussing family, fatherhood, and the lessons football taught him that he carries into raising his children.  From humble beginnings in Georgia to Canton, Ohio, Champ Bailey's story is one of talent, sacrifice, and perseverance, as he reflects on the self-belief that took him from a small-town athlete with big NFL dreams to one of the most dominant cornerbacks the game has ever seen...sharing invaluable advice for the next generation of athletes and the conversation is truly a masterclass in greatness from one of the game's all-time legends. Don't miss this unforgettable Pivot with Champ Bailey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I'm challenging one of the biggest assumptions people make about life success, timing, and what it really means to be "behind." Because what if the pressure you're putting on yourself isn't based on reality at all? If you've been comparing your life to everyone else's timeline, feeling like you've missed your chance, or wondering why you haven't reached certain milestones yet, this will hopefully snap you out of it and give you a completely different perspective. LISTEN NOW. Then, check out my book "Don't Be DESPERATE: Get Over Your Breakup with CLARITY & DIGNITY" on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3R2EHiz Get personalized help: breakupBOOST.com YouTube & TikTok @breakupBOOST Check out Trina's breakup & dating merch: blockandshop.com

In this recap, Lesley Logan and Brad Crowell unpack the deeper implications of Adrian Starks' conversation on purpose, grief, and the resistance that comes from fighting your own path. They explore how purpose isn't something you find, but something you actively build, and why the attempt to force alignment often backfires. The episode tackles the unglamorous realities of change, self-reflection, and what happens when perfection gets in the way of progress. Whether you're struggling with imposter syndrome or questioning your direction, this conversation invites you to reclaim agency over your own story. If you have any questions about this episode or want to get some of the resources we mentioned, head over to LesleyLogan.co/podcast https://lesleylogan.co/podcast/. If you have any comments or questions about the Be It pod shoot us a message at beit@lesleylogan.co mailto:beit@lesleylogan.co. And as always, if you're enjoying the show please share it with someone who you think would enjoy it as well. It is your continued support that will help us continue to help others. Thank you so much! Never miss another show by subscribing at LesleyLogan.co/subscribe https://lesleylogan.co/podcast/#follow-subscribe-free.In this episode you will learn about:How supporting LGBTQ+ communities strengthens your own alignment and values.The importance of taking control of your purpose before it gets defined for you.Why the more effort you put into controlling something, the more it slips through your fingers.How self-reflection reveals when you're outgrowing something or being called into something newImposter syndrome shows up when you're going against the grain of your purpose.Episode References/Links:OPC for 40 days for $40 - opc.me/40eLevate 2028 Waitlist - lesleylogan.co/elevateOPC Flashcards - opc.me/flashcardsSummer Tour (Powered by Balanced Body) - opc.me/tourPrism Foundation - arprismfoundation.orgAdrian Starks Website - https://adrianstarks.comEp 191. with Adrian Starks - https://beitpod.com/ep191100 Acts of Love by Kim Hamer - https://a.co/d/0dugkBGkEp 244 with Kim Hamer - https://beitpod.com/ep244Ep 235 with Krista St-Germain - https://beitpod.com/ep235Ep. 688 Outgrowing Series 1 - https://beitpod.com/ep688 Ep. 689 Outgrowing Series 2 - https://beitpod.com/ep689Submit your wins or questions - https://beitpod.com/questions If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating and leave us a review on iTunes, Podcast Addict, Podchaser or Castbox. https://lovethepodcast.com/BITYSIDEALS! 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Instead, what clearly seems actionable is purpose is something that we are out there doing, and whether or not we chose to do it, we're still out there doing it.Lesley Logan 0:21  Welcome to the Be It Till You See It podcast where we talk about taking messy action, knowing that perfect is boring. I'm Lesley Logan, Pilates instructor and fitness business coach. I've trained thousands of people around the world and the number one thing I see stopping people from achieving anything is self-doubt. My friends, action brings clarity and it's the antidote to fear. Each week, my guest will bring bold, executable, intrinsic and targeted steps that you can use to put yourself first and Be It Till You See It. It's a practice, not a perfect. Let's get started. Lesley Logan 1:04  Welcome back to the Be It Till You See It interview recap, where my co-host in life, Brad, and I are going to dig into the purposeful convo I had with Adrian Starks in our last episode. You know what, I think that's what we said the first time he was on, because his podcast is all about being purposeful, so if you haven't yet listened to that interview, you can pause this and go listen to that one.Brad Crowell 1:23  What is he like? 190-something?Lesley Logan 1:26  It was like 151. Brad's gonna look it up and... and you can then come back and listen to this one, or you can listen to this one, because we chat about a bunch of stuff, and then our favorite things. And then you can go listen to the amazing one, because you have all the choice in this world. You get to do what you want to do, and we got to meet a bunch of you amazing podcast listeners when we were in Arizona the other day.Brad Crowell 1:46  It was 191.Lesley Logan 1:47  191Brad Crowell 1:48  Yes, I can't believe.Lesley Logan 1:50  Wow, nailed it.Brad Crowell 1:51  I did.Lesley Logan 1:52  I don't even know. You must have cheated. You must have seen it.Brad Crowell 1:55  I heard it in the episode.Lesley Logan 1:56  You heard it in the episode.Brad Crowell 1:59  Because I went back and listened to it. Lesley Logan 2:00  I was like I love you, but there's no way you came up with that on your own. Anyways, we met a bunch of listeners at the POT Arizona last month.Brad Crowell 2:10  We sure did.Lesley Logan 2:11  I love that you love the pod, and also I heard that people are loving the solo episodes. If that's the case, please leave a review and tell me what you want me to talk about. Also, another way you can support this show is to become an OPC member, because when you're an OPC member, that money also supports this podcast. Just be honest, so the best thing you can do is to go be a member of OPC. One, you actually get extra stuff out of it. If you like these little pep talks that I do on the podcast that are solo, at the end of every one of my classes, I give you a little pep talk. It's not a mantra, but it's something close. So you can go to opc.me/40, and then you can join OPC for 40 days for $40, and then you can see how great we are. Okay, today is June 25, 2026. It's Bourdain Day.Brad Crowell 3:00  It's Bourdain Day, and this is.Lesley Logan 3:02  A quote from Mr. Anthony Bourdain: "If I'm an advocate for anything, it's to move as far as you can, as much as you can, across the ocean or simply across the river, walk in someone else's shoes, or at least eat their food. It's a plus for everybody." Anthony Bourdain backed up his words with action, all the while urging us to do a lot more than simply try new foods in exotic places with fascinating strangers. He desperately wanted us to break out of our comfort zones and see the world in person through the eyes of people we would never otherwise meet. Watching his TV shows, first No Reservations, and then Parts Unknown, enabled us to spend time with the real-life explorer who trotted around the world in search of, well, the things that make us all human: food, yes, but also love, spirit, and passion. Bourdain, who suffered from depression, took his own life in 2018 at the age of 61. "Anthony was my best friend," tweeted French chef and close friend Eric Ripert at the time. "Exceptional human being, so inspired and generous." Ripert, along with another longtime friend, José Andrés, who does some amazing work in this world, declared June 25, Bourdain's birthday, Bourdain Day in 2019. So, if you are thinking of suicide, or worried about a friend, or in need of emotional support, the Lifeline Network is available 24/7 across the US. Call 800-273-8255. I think there's also a short number, I feel like there's a short number that you can call, but we had a dear friend.Brad Crowell 4:20  You can call 988 in the United States.Lesley Logan 4:22  Thank you. Yeah, yeah, who worked with a suicide prevention network in Nevada. And life's really hard right now. It's harder than people think. You look at people and they seem to have it all together, and they don't. A lot of people are tired, a lot of people have a lot going on. So reach out to a friend you haven't heard from or talked to in a while. You just never know. You might help them out, but also make sure you have these numbers, because there are people who are experts who can also support.Brad Crowell 4:49  Yeah.Lesley Logan 4:50  Upcoming travel, Brad, predict this, because what, go ahead, Brad.Brad Crowell 4:54  Yeah, Anthony Bourdain was very inspirational for me. He was living the travel bug that I always had, and when I was in college, my friend and I used to watch his show every single week, No Reservations. I just loved that he was so angry at his producers in that show, and he would get so pissed about cursing and smoking cigarettes on TV. I guess it wasn't live, but on TV, and then.Lesley Logan 5:23  They could just edit it out.Brad Crowell 5:24  hey could have edited it out, but they didn't. Yeah, it just was really inspirational for me. And then he did some amazing stuff too. He was in Beirut when that.Lesley Logan 5:36  Yes! And then also, don't forget his wonderful documentary about food waste.Brad Crowell 5:40  Yeah, food waste.Lesley Logan 5:41  If you haven't seen it, you must see it.Brad Crowell 5:43  It's called Wasted!Lesley Logan 5:44  I think it's called Wasted!Brad Crowell 5:45  Yeah.Lesley Logan 5:45  We actually watched it, and the next day he died by suicide.Brad Crowell 5:48  Yeah.Lesley Logan 5:49  That was really tragic, and that documentary stuck with me. So it's really, really important, because we all need to be aware. In certain countries, they're doing a much better job about food waste than we are. Go Japan! You were commenting from the documentary, so yeah, for me.Brad Crowell 6:03  It was amazing because I never was a chef, but he worked in the food industry, I worked in the food industry, and I got his book Kitchen Confidential when I was in my early 20s. I just thought he was amazing. So, yep, in honor of Anthony Bourdain, and as Lesley was mentioning, if you or anyone you know is suffering with suicidal thoughts, there is support out there for you.Lesley Logan 6:28  Yeah.Brad Crowell 6:29  Yeah.Lesley Logan 6:29  In other news, there are no spots left in Elevate. Every single week in the last few weeks that you've heard that there are spots was a lie.Brad Crowell 6:37  They are sold out.Lesley Logan 6:40  For 2027 anyways. We are already taking applications for 2028. We'll be able to let you snag your spot and reserve it, and all that stuff. But we're going to have a wonderful Q&A call this summer on July 9, I believe it's at 1 PM Pacific time. You can go to lesleylogan.co/elevate to get on the waitlist. We'll have that call information, and you can register for the call. Oh, I should do ll.co/waitlist. Actually, sorry, my producer is doing this in real time, everyone. Anyways, what I want you to do is get on that waitlist, because I do update you monthly on when we have dates and when we're accepting applications, and when you can deposit. I know that 2028 will fill up as soon as we open up those applications, but that means you have a whole year-plus to protect those dates like your life once I figure out what they are. Lesley Logan 7:31  summer tour is coming, but the tickets are available. They've been available for a few weeks, actually a month to be precise, and many cities are sold out. You're like, "Lesley, now that I know you record this in the past-future, how do you know?" Because I do! When we were in Arizona, we actually met many people who were like, "Oh, I'm going to Tucson," and I was like, "Okay, we're probably out of spots in Tucson." So I know that some of these slots are sold out. You want to go to opc.me/tour. Our tours are sponsored by the wonderful Balanced Body and Contrology company. Balanced Body is celebrating 50 years, so it's a really big year for them. It's kind of amazing what they're doing, and it's really special. So I want you to make sure that you join us, because Balanced Body allows our tours to go to more than six places and to do it with a lot of fun. We're bringing Contrology products into the studio so you can try them out. And if you're new here...Brad Crowell 8:25  Welcome.Lesley Logan 8:25  Hi! We also have Pilates flashcards. Did you know that we do? You don't have to be a Pilates instructor to love them. They're actually really wonderful for helping you have access to great Pilates where you are. They're so great, in fact, that people steal my images all the fucking time to put them in their shitty books, but you can get the real thing with the best information that has been edited many times and has quality videos at opc.me/flashcards. Sorry, I'm a little pissed off over here about something, but I am. If you follow me on Instagram, you know how long this has been going on, and just as we were about to hit record, I found out another fucking person is stealing my images from my flashcards.Brad Crowell 9:08  Three more people.Lesley Logan 9:09  Three more people.Brad Crowell 9:10  Yeah, so it's a thing. That's crazy. Anyway, you should know what's crazy.Lesley Logan 9:16  Is that they thought someone wouldn't find out? You know what I mean?Brad Crowell 9:21  I mean, maybe they just don't care.Lesley Logan 9:22  Maybe they don't care, or they're like, "Oh, she only has like 30,000 followers, so no one will know." But my followers know me, and even people who don't follow me are telling me, because I am recognizable at any rate. But you can get my flashcards, the real deal, and support a small business who is going to take on some of these big-ass companies, because there is a company that is a big name that we're about to take down anyways. I'm excited about it. Lesley Logan 9:49  Before we get into... we used to do audience questions here. If you're new, you don't know that, so this is not a new thing for you. But if you're old and you're like, "Oh, I just popped in here on this one," we don't do that anymore. We answer questions on YouTube at 9 AM Pacific Time Live, and that is where I answer them. If you're a member, I answer questions wherever you are a member, so as long as it's part of your membership, right? If you're an agency member, you can ask business questions there. If you are an OPC member, I answer personal Pilates questions there—I answer all those. Plus, there's YouTube, and YouTube is free. People don't know that, but it is. It's free. You have to watch, according to one comment, a diabolical amount of commercials, but it's free. Yes, "diabolical" was the word that was used. However, what we decided to change this to is many of you want to help out people in your life, but often don't know how to help, and there are so many different shitstorms in the world, like, which firestorm do you help with? The reality is that you can help either by just sharing with a friend who needs to hear that this charity exists for them, or you can share your time, or you can share it on your platform, or you can give them money, even $2. Lesley Logan 10:55  So, because June is Pride Month, we are going to wrap up the month's theme with another wonderful LGBTQ+ charity. This is the Prism Foundation, and it was founded in 2021. The Prism Foundation was started to organize and execute initiatives for the LGBTQ+ community in the state of Arkansas, using a multifaceted approach to achieve the following outcomes: increase access to affirming and comprehensive healthcare, align resources that address barriers to care and health disparities among the community, and create safe spaces for both virtual and physical activities and services that serve LGBTQ+ Arkansas.Brad Crowell 11:32  Correct me if we're wrong here, but I think it's Arkansans.Lesley Logan 11:35  What is also exciting, because I was doing some research on them, they are also really aware of what is happening in the states that are surrounding them that are affecting trans people. Part of their vision is: "We are increasing access to healthcare as top of our priorities. We're also focused on creating pathways to fulfill our basic needs, including overcoming barriers to legal aid services and developing supportive community spaces physically and virtually." Lesley Logan 11:59  I think this is really important because unfortunately, and at the time of this recording, there have been some awful things that have been said about trans people from the government that we are under in this country. I won't even repeat his words, because they are too horrible to repeat, that he said this week. But we need to be protecting our people who are different than us, because the fucking people who are taking from you are billionaires. So support the LGBTQ+ people in your area, because one, they are beautiful human beings, and two, they are always there supporting.Brad Crowell 12:39  That's true, there's very much of an activism mentality in that community.Lesley Logan 12:45  Yeah.Brad Crowell 12:45  Really like.Lesley Logan 12:46  And also, my goodness, they have to be tired. I'm sure they are. Anyways, I really like what that Prism organization is doing. I think it has to be hard to do what they do in the areas that they're doing it, so if you want to support, there you go.Brad Crowell 13:05  You can go to their website at arprismfoundation.org to read more about what they are doing and how you could support them.Lesley Logan 13:14  And if that is not your area, because you're like, "I'm not Arkansan," or "I'm not in the Midwest," then look up ones in your area that are doing something locally for you, because there is always a local outlet of something, like we've talked about before on this podcast. We love supporting a restaurant because Bronze Cafe—everyone who's local to Las Vegas who listens to this show, when you buy meals from them, they support the LGBTQ mental health community center here.Brad Crowell 13:38  If you have an organization that is doing good things that we should find out about, and you want to be featured on the pod, call us and leave us a voicemail.Lesley Logan 13:49  I love that. Then it's your favorite charity.Brad Crowell 13:52  At 310-905-5534 and tell us why they're amazing. You can also submit wins, by the way, at beitpod.com/questions so that we can get you in on the Friday episode.Lesley Logan 14:09  Times now, Brad, I have had people tell me that they heard their win months after they submitted it, and it really made their day because they were having a rough day. So I tell people this. Also, just so you know, we've changed the Friday FYF. I bitch about something, and then you were gonna come, but we haven't had a chance for you to bitch about something.Brad Crowell 14:30  Oh, yes.Lesley Logan 14:31  Which is what we do at our other communities, and then I celebrate a win, and then I share their wins. That's cool, and I do a mantra, so we had a change to it because it's quite nice. Maybe my new "need a moment" is that all these people use my fucking image.Brad Crowell 14:46  Well, we'll save that for Friday's episode. Stick around, we'll be right back. Brad Crowell 14:51  All right, now let's talk about Mr. Adrian Starks. Adrian is a professional speaker, voice narrator, and host of the Your Purposeful Life podcast, who openly embraces his authentic, unpolished self, including his fun side as a comic card and superhero fanatic. Having shed the rigid suit-and-tie expectations of his early career, Adrian is deeply protective of the energy he puts into the world, intentionally choosing to step away from the microphone rather than record an episode if he's having a bad day. So, good vibes, right? As a fellow human seeking purpose, he helps his audience navigate what he identifies as the three continuous cycles of purposeful living, and encourages people to make a mess, figure out what works, and ultimately have fun with their journey.Lesley Logan 15:36  Well, we love mess over here. We love messy action, and we're so big on that. Yeah, I also love... I mean, we had a great conversation about evolution, but one of the things we talked about is he said when we try to make things perfect when they're not meant to be—well, nothing's supposed to be—there's going to be major resistance because everything has to flow a certain way. He used the metaphor of salmon noting their journey upstream against the flow of the river is what ultimately exhausts them, and I think that's so true. I think we try to get things to be so perfect, just like, you know, we make it too precious, and you kind of hold on to it too tight. Then you aren't able to hear amazing things or be curious to go a different direction, you know what I mean?Brad Crowell 16:19  I was just talking about the idea of, like, the more effort you put into controlling something, the more it slips through your fingers. And yeah, I mean, I totally get that. Here's how I equate this. This is going to be an amazing parallel for all you ultimate frisbee players out there, of which I know I'm speaking to the right audience. Obviously.Lesley Logan 16:40  I'm sure we have a good two.Brad Crowell 16:42  Clearly, clearly the right audience. I grew up playing very, very competitively, playing ultimate frisbee, and whenever you were gonna throw the frisbee all the way down the field—the disc, as it were, if you put all of your might into that throw, that huck, as it were, is what we would call it, inevitably, you would mess it up. It would curve to the right, or go out of bounds, or whatever. But if you took a half a second before that huge throw, and you just eased and paused when you threw, you paused, and then just let it happen—it would go where you wanted it to every time. It took a long time, and I could always tell as soon as I released the disc, like, "Oh man, I did not do that right." I feel like life is like that too. When you are forcing it, things do not go the way that you want them to, but when you go with the flow, you know, while you're directing it, then things seem to happen a lot more organically, usually. All the things, right?Lesley Logan 17:49  Yeah, it's like a tough balance, right, because.Brad Crowell 17:52  Still have to direct it.Lesley Logan 17:53  Well, because you don't want to just be blowing with the wind, but you also need to feel the flow, right? Like, there are some obstacles that tell us, like, "Not that door," right? That doesn't mean it's a stop sign, it's just like a doorway, like, "Nope, not that door." And I think it's like really understanding, you know, why are you doing this? Why are you doing any of this? Because if you can keep your "why" in mind, it can keep the perfection from taking over, because perfection will honestly end up making something so clean and perfect, no one wants to touch it and do it, or they don't really know what it is, and it's exhausting. It's exhausting to be perfect. Lesley Logan 18:30  Oh my god, there's just certain people in my life, whenever I see them, I'm like, "How long does it take them to get out the door?" Because we just saw someone this past weekend at an event, and every time I see her, I'm like, she's so perfectly coiffed, it must take forever to get out the door, because there's not a hair amiss. The outfit is... the nails match the shoes match the... I mean, like all of it. I'm like, I know how long it takes to get my nails done, so they're just gonna be what they are for four weeks. So, I don't know, I'm just saying this is... if you want to be my friend, don't be perfect, okay?Lesley Logan 19:06  The last thing I'll say is he explained that when we go against the grain of what our purposes are, it creates major resistance that makes us feel like we're not worthy. So, hello, my people who feel imposter syndrome, it's because you're going against the grain of your purpose. If we're truly good at where we are, while we always can improve, we don't need to be perfect. There is this thing... "improve" is the wrong word. We are always... this is something that happens with Pilates instructors that I meet. You always are going to be learning. There's never a point that you're not learning, but there's a difference between chasing down every single person to go through their version of a program with, and also just learning from the body in front of you today. You know what I mean? Every time I teach a new person, a new client, I learn a new way of explaining something. Today we were doing OPC spring training, and this wonderful person asked a great question. I was like, "You know what, I've explained this before, but never to a person with that brand of equipment, with that years of experience, with that understanding of the exercise." So even I am learning something I already know in a different way so I can explain it. It's just... there's ways to learn and improve yourself without having to constantly feel like you've gotta sign up for this next thing, you know? So, anyways.Brad Crowell 20:21  Stay tuned, because how do we know what our purpose is, you know? How do we even know if we're going against the grain? Stick around, because we're going to talk about that in the Be It action items. Brad Crowell 20:32  But what I really wanted to talk about myself was grief, which is interesting because it was an interesting topic that y'all skipped over. You were talking about grieving, not just like a person who might no longer be with us, or obviously a pet or any of that, but even an experience that was supposed to happen, but it didn't, you know? And you were very excited about it, or you had a lot of effort and planning into it. I mean, we know we've been talking about opening a studio for a really long time, and we spent a lot of money, we spent a lot of time at the beginning of this year and last year—beginning of this year like really thinking, planning. I mean, I can't even tell you how many phone calls I made to the city, and I spent hours putting together a plan, a business plan for this. And then three months in, we decided to pause the whole thing because we realized that we were pretty much forcing it, you know, because there was one key thing that was holding us up that was like, "Wait a minute, how are we going to solve this problem?" It was kind of like one of those, "Well, we're gonna... we could... we'll make it work. We'll figure it out. It's gonna..." you know. All of a sudden I was like, "Why do we need to do that? We don't even need to do the studio. It's just gonna cause a lot of stress. And what we could be doing right now is opening a major problem for ourselves." So what we decided to do instead was solve the problem that we would be opening for ourselves first, but that's going to take time.Lesley Logan 22:01  Yeah.Brad Crowell 22:02  Right. So even though we spent this time putting this whole plan together and decided to hit pause, it's interesting because, okay, there's actually another path that is going to set us up for success in the future when we do bring that studio back around. However, it doesn't mean that you don't feel bummed about it. I drive by the location that we picked out, that I've talked with the landlord.Lesley Logan 22:26  I know.Brad Crowell 22:27  And the neighbors, and the city about, and a contractor about.Lesley Logan 22:30  And I envisioned the sign.Brad Crowell 22:32  100 times.Lesley Logan 22:33  I still don't think it's not going to be in that center. I just think it's not that unit. It's just that unit needed way too much money. Yeah, not the rent, but the build-out was like jaw-dropping. It honestly made the grief a little bit easier, I'm not gonna lie, because it was such a "fuck no," you know what I mean? Like, it was just like no fucking way. And so, I do understand there's grief because that's not happening today, and so we still drive by it every single time, but I also think this is where good reflection comes from, too. It's like, in reflecting, it's all out of our control—the parts that are the obstacles, yeah. So I go to bed knowing we did the best we could with what we had in the moment, and had we not had this other stupid bill come through that we're like, "That's a fuck no," we probably would have forced the salmon up the stream a little bit. I think so, because we definitely.Brad Crowell 23:34  Would have.Lesley Logan 23:34  Anyway, would have made it work, but it would have been a hard stress.Brad Crowell 23:38  More complicated than it needed to be. Yeah, but.Lesley Logan 23:40  I do think there is a way you have to grieve changes. We have Elevate members who are like, "I'm grieving the teacher I used to be," because they used to just narrate a Pilates class, for lack of a simple thing. And it's like, "Well, no, now you get to watch it, and you get to see what it is." Part of you is excited because you know better now and you have these more potential possibilities now, but also there was a time that it felt easier, right? And you're a different person when you're in this unknown space. So, like, I'm excited when we open that studio. I'm past the grief thing, but also sometimes I look back at that studio, it would have been really great if it was a Pilates on it already.Brad Crowell 24:19  Yeah, well, that's the thing. You know, you were talking about how grief doesn't really go away because you had built a mental pattern around a person or a thing or an experience that was supposed to happen. You had built that into your thinking, and what ends up happening over time is we think that way a little bit less. It doesn't mean we don't think about the thing, but the expectations that we had alter, they shift, right? And so, you know, what Adrian was talking about was someone, I think he was talking about someone who died, if I recall, and he said sometimes he just needs to embrace when that emotion comes up. He embraces it, he leans into it. He's like, "It's okay for me to feel this right now," and he encourages letting that emotion flow for multiple reasons. It's a testament to how someone or something impacted you, but also it's really important to feel those emotions. So.Lesley Logan 25:16  Yeah, it's hard. I don't know, it's like there's certain... you know, it's really interesting, like there's certain people, places, or things that you grieve in different ways. Our LA studio, I don't ever look back and have tears, like I'm sad with that studio, because it was the right thing to do to make the change, but I do miss having that cute little space.Brad Crowell 25:37  Yeah.Lesley Logan 25:37  You know, I miss it. Yeah, I think back of it fondly, not tears, like, "Oh, I don't have that place anymore," but like, "What a fun two years I had in that space." It was such a... like a treehouse, you know. So, grief doesn't always have to be devastating either, but you have to feel it. We have some great grief podcasts, by the way. Haven't had any recently, but the two that we had were so good: Kim Hamer and another woman... I want to say Kara, but I don't think that's what it was. She's like Coach Something, and they're both on grief. Kim Hamer has a wonderful book on 100 Acts of Love, and her episode about her husband and that grief was so interesting, and what she has done. She was so raw and wonderful and thoughtful. And then there was a woman before her in the episodes, and I'm just talking like as if it's going to come back to me, she actually, unfortunately, watched her husband die, and then she went through all this grief and she was like, "How come this is happening, and why am I not over it?" She literally became a grief coach.Brad Crowell 26:42  Yeah.Lesley Logan 26:42  I want to say it's Kara, but it's not.Brad Crowell 26:44  I have no idea.Lesley Logan 26:46  Anyways, our wonderful producers will figure it out, I'm sure. But you can just go into our catalog; it's definitely in the first 200 episodes. Good luck! Well, here's the thing: if you can find Kim Hamer, it's within two months of Kim Hamer that I remember. So, okay, we're gonna get into our Be It action items, and I can see Brad is going to Google that.Brad Crowell 27:05  Yeah, one was Krista St-Germain.Lesley Logan 27:08  That's the one.Brad Crowell 27:09  And the other was.Lesley Logan 27:12  Kim Hamer. Kim Hamer! So sorry, replace Hamer everywhere I said Scott. There you go.Brad Crowell 27:23  All right, stick around. We'll be right back. We're gonna dig into those Be It action items. Brad Crowell 27:29  All right. Well, welcome back. Let's talk about those Be It action items that we got from Adrian Starks. What bold, executable, intrinsic, or targeted action items can we take away from your combo, Adrian? It's weird to call him Starks. Starks, it sounds like he's like... like.Lesley Logan 27:48  Tony.Brad Crowell 27:49  Yeah, but I was thinking like a football player, like the way that you.Lesley Logan 27:52  I just want to go "Adrian," that's all.Brad Crowell 27:54  Starks redefines the word goal, and I've really loved this, y'all. He's so full of these quippy things that are so applicable, and this one really blew my mind. He said, "I love a goal, but I redefined it with the acronym of Get Out and Live, Get Out and Live." And I was like, "Wow, that's really great." I love that he views goals not as rigid markers but as triggers to move outside of one's comfort zone, scare yourself a little bit, and then break a rut. He suggests regularly asking yourself, what is actually going on here? What am I not happy about? What do I actually want? Specifically focusing on immediate desires rather than five-year plans, he recommends detoxing from social media for several days at a time to avoid the world of comparisons that definitely leads to self-doubt and imposter syndrome.Brad Crowell 28:51  Imposter syndrome, yeah, exactly.Lesley Logan 28:53  Comparison is the thief of joy.Brad Crowell 28:54  Comparison is the thief of joy. What about you?Lesley Logan 28:58  Well, he said your purpose in life is not something you find, it's something that you do, and it's going to change. It's going to evolve with time, and I couldn't agree more. It's so funny. Recently, I posted pictures of myself as a brand new Pilates instructor. I actually wrote a whole series called Outgrowing Yourself, and it's either already come out or it's coming up. No idea. I think it already came out, outgrowing your old version of yourself. And it's so funny, because I don't look back at her going, "Oh my god." I mean, when I said, "Oh my god, I look so young..."Brad Crowell 29:27  You look like a child.Lesley Logan 29:28  I look like a child. I was 25, but I think about what her goals as a new teacher were to where I am right now, and I can say looking back I never have thought, "Oh my god, I'm no longer living my purpose," because my purpose has evolved as a teacher. Because I've evolved in the more that I know, and the people that I teach, and the things that I'm drawn to. There's things that people like, "Don't you want to do this?" and it's like, "No, that's a no, I don't." And even right now people like, "Oh, what about next year?" I'm like, "I think I'm staying home a lot, actually a significant amount of time. I'm staying home." And they're like, "Oh, really?" And it's like, "Yeah, because if you do take the time to get to know yourself, and you do stay aligned with what you want, and you do stay aligned with your purpose, your life has to evolve." And then, because that evolves, and your purpose evolves, I'm like, "My life has to reflect what I'm doing, and then what I'm doing then takes me to my next thing, which means my life has to reflect what I'm doing, and so..."Brad Crowell 30:26  I agree with you on this, but also let's go back to his statement, because I think I remember trying to figure out, like, what am I going to do with my life, or what's my purpose? And we all know that it's important to have purpose in our lives, but I also think a testament to this is the conversations that I've had recently with my parents, who just retired.Lesley Logan 30:51  Yeah.Brad Crowell 30:51  Right. And then the interview that we had with the retirement coach, whose name I'm not recalling, but it was in the last 100 episodes. Lesley Logan 31:01  Definitely. It was definitely, was it this year?Brad Crowell 31:04  But the point is that we think purpose is just going to find us, and we're gonna be like, "Oh my god, that's what I'm here for, that's the thing," right? Instead, what clearly seems actionable is purpose is something that we are out there doing, and whether or not we chose to do it, we're still out there doing it. I mean, I think about my parents with their job, and the thing that was keeping my dad focused on the job was the job. Ultimately, if you step back and look at that, it's not necessarily like whatever... I don't even know what the projects were that he was working on.Lesley Logan 31:45  Ever.Brad Crowell 31:46  Yeah, but the point... I mean, I wasn't intimately involved in the company they work for, so I don't actually understand all the nuance of the things, but he built that purpose over a career of 42 or 43 years, and then now all of a sudden he's thinking about ending it. It doesn't matter how mundane the job is, he's, "Oh, what am I going to do with myself after this? I'm not sure, I don't know," you know. And so that's where we find ourselves unwilling to make a change as well, but then you have... that's like.Lesley Logan 32:16  No, I want to argue with you a little bit, and I'm glad your dad doesn't listen to this podcast. I feel like he did what a lot of people his age did, which is like, "This is my job," and that job became the purpose. Yeah.Brad Crowell 32:31  But that's the point of what Adrian said.Lesley Logan 32:33  But I don't think so, because I think it goes to that saying: if you don't have goals, someone will make their goals your goal, and so I feel like.Brad Crowell 32:43  Your purpose can be inadvertent. Yeah, if you don't take control of what you do, then your purpose will be defined for you, or it can accidentally become your purpose. Yes.Lesley Logan 32:53  And if you don't like it, then you're the person going, "Why is my purpose just to do this project for this many years?" Where I think it's important is this is where self-reflection is so important, because when you self-reflect, you are aware of when you are outgrowing something, or you are being called into something. I don't know if we had a conversation with Adrian, but I definitely had a conversation, and I wrote a newsletter on it, is that a lot of people in the Pilates industry, like, "I need to figure out what my space is in this industry," and it's like, never do that, don't do that. Because no one that you admire ever sat and goes, "What is my little circle in this industry?" No, they went out and carved their path, they created their thing. There'll be an episode coming out that hasn't already with me on Balanced Body's podcast, where they're like, "You carved out this thing." I'm like, I had to, I had to create the thing that I needed. Some of you are already living your purpose, but you actually are looking at other people and going, "I need to look like them," and you haven't taken the time to reflect back, going, "Actually, the thing that I'm doing is the thing that's my purpose, and it's helping these people. And so now that I'm aware of that, I amplify that." Because you're out there amplifying and doing it, it will evolve, because you will continue to hone in and understand and be curious, and change things. So either it inadvertently finds you, and you're doing someone else's purpose, and they'll be grateful, or you discover what it is. But if you look inside.Brad Crowell 34:20  But that's... yeah, it goes... you were both talking about self-reflection, but it goes back to, you know, your purpose in life is not something you find, it's something that you do.Lesley Logan 34:29  Yes.Brad Crowell 34:30  And it is also... it's a change and evolve over time.Lesley Logan 34:33  It's kind of like those movies where the person goes out in seek of what their purpose is, but really their purpose was there all the time, but they weren't taking the time to see that it was there. Go self-reflect anyways. Anything else, Brad?Brad Crowell 34:47  Yeah. He said with purpose you can navigate and make adjustments, right? And he talked about figuring out what actions match the frequency and energy of where you're at right now.Lesley Logan 34:57  Yeah, that's true. That's great.Brad Crowell 34:59  Yeah, I mean, we'll just leave it... we'll just leave that there. Go back and listen, because...Lesley Logan 35:04  Adrian is great.Brad Crowell 35:05  Yeah, he's great.Lesley Logan 35:05  And I, by the way.Brad Crowell 35:06  He does voice acting. How cool.Lesley Logan 35:08  Well, let's listen to his voice.Brad Crowell 35:09  Yeah, it's amazing.Lesley Logan 35:10  Honestly, like, he should really write sleepy stories, like those sleep stories. I would listen every day.Brad Crowell 35:16  Yeah.Lesley Logan 35:17  I also would even listen to him share bad news with that voice, because it's just like, you know, like the BBC type, where it's just matter-of-fact, you know what I mean? Like, I think I could be like, "Okay, well, we're not all gonna die, so there we go." Adrian, thanks for being you. Thanks for being back. You guys, I'm Lesley Logan.Brad Crowell 35:34  And I'm Brad Crowell.Lesley Logan 35:35  Share our episodes with a friend who needs to figure out what their purpose is, and then leave a review. Yes, and then send in your win, because you're someone who likes this podcast, or someone likes a checklist, and I just gave you three things that are easy to do, easy to check off. You're gonna feel super successful in your day, so then you can go Be It Till You See It.Brad Crowell 35:52  Bye for now.Lesley Logan 35:53  That's all I got for this episode of the Be It Till You See It Podcast. One thing that would help both myself and future listeners is for you to rate the show and leave a review and follow or subscribe for free wherever you listen to your podcast. Also, make sure to introduce yourself over at the Be It Pod on Instagram. I would love to know more about you. Share this episode with whoever you think needs to hear it. Help us and others Be It Till You See It. Have an awesome day. Be It Till You See It is a production of The Bloom Podcast Network. 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Raised: When Jesus Calls the Dead to Life – John 11:27–57 In Episode 141 of Divine Table Talk, Jamie and Jane explore one of the most powerful miracles in all of Scripture—the raising of Lazarus in John 11:27–57. As grief, doubt, hope, and faith collide, Jesus declares Himself to be “the resurrection and the life” before calling Lazarus from the tomb. Together, they unpack what this miracle reveals about the heart of God, the power of belief, and how Jesus often works in ways that stretch our faith beyond what we can see. This chapter is not only about a man being raised from the dead—it's about a Savior who brings life into every place that feels hopeless, buried, or beyond redemption. If you've ever wondered whether God can still move in what feels impossible, this conversation is a reminder that Jesus specializes in resurrection. What area of my life feels beyond hope—and am I willing to believe that Jesus still brings dead things back to life?____________________________________ Connect with Jamie: Website: www.jamieklusacek.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamieklusacek Connect with Jane: Website: www.janewwilliams.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janewwilliams

Brendan Sorsby is out of college football options — and now the NFL may not be an option until 2027. Dan Wetzel, Ryan McGee and Pat Forde break down what comes next for Sorsby, whether Dusty May leaving Michigan for the Dallas Mavericks says something bigger about the state of college coaching, and why college sports' latest fight in Congress has the SEC and Big Ten facing real pushback. Plus: Boise State is selling pieces of the blue turf, the NCAA may be moving toward a five-year eligibility model, and the guys compare World Cup fan bases to their college football counterparts. 00:00 Welcome to the College GameDay Podcast 01:20 What's next for Brendan Sorsby? 12:04 Dusty May leaves Michigan for the NBA 23:00 Boise State is selling pieces of the blue turf 29:15 Latest on the Protect College Sports Act 39:55 NCAA moving toward a five-year eligibility plan 46:00 Pairing World Cup teams with college football fan bases Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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In Wednesday's edition of Quick Hits, Nick Wilson and Daryl Ruiter analyze the 2026 NBA Draft, focusing on controversial player comparisons and the league's frustrating tradition of using incorrect draft hats. They discuss the awkward television exchange between Richard Jefferson and Jay Williams before shifting to Taylor Swift's appearance at Tight End University. The segment concludes by examining the visible friction between owners and front offices during the draft. 01:09 - NBA Draft Comparison Controversy 03:37 - NBA Draft Hat Issue 05:25 - ESPN Broadcast Team Tension 08:24 - Taylor Swift Tight End University 10:07 - NBA Owner Draft Frustration

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Comparison is a normal human trait, but letting it erode your self-worth is a trap. In this Pride Special, we tackle two arenas where comparison hits hardest: your spiritual path and your body. Spiritual comparison is unhelpful. Enlightenment isn't a competition — it's a choose-your-own adventure. Then there's body image. Beauty standards are a real thing in our cultures, but your body is not your worth. Those who judge you by appearance only do so because that's how they judge themselves. Let's talk about that.Learn more about Juan Francisco at juanfrancisco.co, or follow him at @thisjuanfrancisco on social media.

From Bridget Jones to #SoloGlowUp, the story of singleness has had a rebrand. But is it liberation - or just a better-looking waiting room?Melody Thomas meets two people sitting with that question. Beth is 42, an extrovert, and someone who loves hard - sometimes too hard. After a five-year relationship that slowly stripped away her sense of self, she's reassessing what she actually wants from a partnership. Then there's Scott - non-binary, gay, and seven years into single life. Not always lonely, but not untouched by it either. Comparison creeps in. So does the ache of going without touch.And threaded through both stories: the question of whether our structures - social, legal, cultural - are quietly penalising people for being on their own. Psychologist Bella DePaulo has a name for that. She calls it singlism. And she has an entirely different way of thinking about love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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In this episode, we explore how the future of wellness is shifting away from endless optimization and toward a more personalized, less-is-more approach to health. We share our current favorite biohacks, discuss the benefits of an alcohol-free lifestyle, cycle syncing, peptides, and emerging technologies like the Ohm Lamp and stem cell therapies. We also unpack the growing backlash against "over-optimization" and why the next era of biohacking will prioritize precision, simplicity, and long-term resilience. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about aging well, supporting future generations, and why 2026 may be the most exciting time yet to take charge of your health.SHOW NOTES:0:40 Welcome to the podcast!2:15 Lauren's favorite biohack right now5:50 Foundational travel hacks6:40 Renee's rescue8:52 Renee's favorite biohack right now9:58 Benefits of no alcohol11:48 PhaseApp for cycle syncing15:31 The Ohm Lamp17:05 Revisiting peptides18:49 Comparison to microdosing23:29 RFK & new regulations24:43 Solving the problem of aging29:35 Excitement for the future of health32:15 Stem cells34:45 Supporting the senior population37:17 The era of ‘less' supplements44:35 Backlash trend of “over-optimization” 49:03 Major/minor signs on OURA50:33 Wellness centers53:26 Final advice & recap55:32 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES:Phase App - code: BIOHACKERBABESOhm Lamp - code: BIOHACKERBABESEllie MD PeptidesPeptide QuizEp 346: Addiction & Peptides with Samantha LanderEp 339: GLP-1 Dosing with Jay CampbellBiolongevity Labs - Discount code: BIOHACKERBABESEp 331: GP1 Biology & Calacurb with Sarah KennedyCalocurb - Discount code: RENEE10Dr. Vincent GiampapaBeam Minerals - Discount code: BIOHACKERBABES for 20% offKion Essential Amino Acids - Discount code: BIOBABES for 15% offEp 349: Airway Health & Snoring with Dr. Gene SambataroSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Do you ever look at another family and wonder why parenting isn't seems so much easier for them?If you're raising a neurodivergent child, it's easy to fall into the comparison trap. You see the child sitting quietly at a performance, the family whose house always seems organized, or the parent who appears calm and confident. Suddenly, you're questioning yourself, your parenting, and even your child.In this episode, co-host, friend, and fellow neurodivergent mom Ashley Schultz is back to talk about the hidden cost of comparison, why feeling judged often leads to isolation, and how parents can break free from the cycle of self-doubt, shame, and discouragement.Together, they share personal stories, practical mindset shifts, and simple ways to start noticing the good in yourself and your child again.Key Takeaways:• The ways comparison makes us focus on our struggles and other people's strengths.• Why feeling judged often leads to isolation and disconnection.• How compassion helps us see both the challenges and the strengths in ourselves and our children.• Looking for the good can retrain your brain and strengthen connection.If you're feeling alone, overwhelmed, or like everyone else has parenting figured out except you, this conversation will remind you that you're not failing and you're not the only one.Join the FREE class: Emotional Regulation for Neurodivergent Kids: https://emily-hamblin.com/class

If it's a prophetic shift, it is a God thing, not a you thing. In this message, Dr. Gabriel Allen Powell delves into the concept of the prophetic shift—a divinely orchestrated transition that moves individuals, ministries, and generations into new seasons aligned with God's plan.Dr. Gabe challenges listeners to detach from past victories, hurts, and societal comparisons in order to fully embrace their divine assignments and experience breakthrough.Support the showText encounteratl to 94000 to stay up-to-date on all things Encounter.Worship with EncounterSundays at 11 AM ET | Wednesdays at 7:30 PM ETSupport EncounterText egive to 77977  Connect with EncounterFacebook | Instagram | TikTok | YouTube | WebsiteConnect with Dr. GabeInstagram | YouTube | Website

Welcome back to the Royal Blue podcast! EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee  In today's episode, Ian Croll is joined by the Liverpool Echo's Everton reporters Chris Beesley and Joe Thomas to dissect the major talking points surrounding the Blues as the Premier League fixtures drop and pre-season preparations loom. The main item on today's agenda is manager David Moyes' controversial interview on talkSPORT. Speaking on Jim White's show, Moyes caused an immediate stir among the fan base when asked about Everton's aims and ambitions for the upcoming campaign. Moyes remarked:“I don't know if a club like Everton now we can make big, huge strides but we see how well the likes of Bournemouth and Brentford are doing, so there's no reason why we all shouldn't have those ambitions to try and at least match those clubs and how they go about it. But I would have to say that at Everton we are trying to be back up at the top end of the teams that we can. For long periods of last season we were, we just didn't quite have enough in the last four or five weeks of the season.” Unsurprisingly, these comments have not gone down well with many Evertonians. The panel debates whether Moyes is merely injecting a dose of harsh realism regarding the club's current recruitment model, or if he is guilty of deliberately managing expectations downwards.  Furthermore, we address the frustration of fans who feel that comparing a historic giant like Everton to historically smaller clubs like Bournemouth and Brentford shows a glaring lack of elite ambition. Don't forget to LIKE this video and SUBSCRIBE to the Royal Blue YouTube channel for daily Everton FC news, analysis, and match reaction. #Everton #EFC #DavidMoyes #RoyalBlue #PremierLeague #Toffees #Bournemouth #Brentford Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO's Royal Blue YouTube channel. Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday.  Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.everto Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Have you ever felt behind in life because of what someone else has accomplished? Or found yourself measuring your success against others? Comparison is one of the easiest traps to fall into, yet it often leaves us feeling discouraged, prideful, anxious, or dissatisfied. In this episode, we discuss why comparison is unhealthy from both directions. Whether it causes us to feel inferior or superior, comparison keeps our focus on other people’s lives instead of our own journey. You’ll learn practical ways to break free from the comparison cycle, find contentment where you are, and focus on becoming who you were created to be. Key Topics: The hidden dangers of comparison Why feeling “less than” hurts our confidence Why feeling “better than” isn’t healthy either The impact of social media and constant comparison Gratitude, contentment, and personal growth Measuring progress without comparing ourselves to others Living according to your values and purpose Bible Verse:“Each one should test their own actions. Then they can take pride in themselves alone, without comparing themselves to someone else.” – Galatians 6:4 Reminder for Today:Your worth is not determined by where you stand compared to someone else. Stay focused on your own growth, your own calling, and the next faithful step in front of you

You can't focus on what God has for you when you are always looking at others in comparison. This is a lesson we must learn over and over again as exemplified by Jesus' first followers. Fill-In Sermon Notes Watch the Sermon Watch the Full Worship Service Follow Acts 2: Website Facebook Instagram Youtube Twitter

In this episode of RetinaLIVE, Kourous Rezaei, MD is joined by Lejla Vajzovic, MD, FASRS and Aleksandra Rachitskaya, MD, FASRS to discuss their experiences with UNITY® VCS in vitreoretinal surgery. The conversation covers instrument design, workflow, training and the integration of new technology in clinical practice, offering perspectives on collaboration and adapting to evolving surgical tools.  For Important Product Information, visit unityvcs.com. Featured surgeons are paid Alcon consultants. The views expressed are their own. Disclaimers: 1:15, 19:31, 26:25: Compared to CONSTELLATION® Vision System. Based on bench data. 1:47, 2:15, 2:42, 3:19, 9:55: Compared to HYPERVIT 20K 2:15, 2:21, 7:24: Based on bench data. For both 25 Ga and 27 Ga vitrectomy probes. 7:24, 7:54, 18:46: Versus Alcon's Non-Dynamic Stiffener 27+ technology 9:55, 12:21: When the Dynamic Stiffener is fully retracted 16:20: MSLP(4) is 3 times faster than SSLP 23:58: Compared to CONSTELLATION® Vision System. Based on bench data. Mean fluctuation at flow vs. setpoint of 2.36 ± 2.13, 4.19 ± 1.97, 1.84 ± 2.82, and 2.13 ± 2.86 mmHg during phacoemulsification, irrigation/aspiration (IA), vitrectomy, and extrusion/fragmentation, respectively. †IOP setpoint as low as 16 mmHg (posterior) and 20 mmHg (anterior) without exceeding a mean fluctuation of 4.19 ± 1.97 mmHg.   References: Hypervit Directions for Use. TetraSpot Multi-spot Laser Probe Directions for Use. UNIFEYE Directions for Use. Alcon Data on File, 2024. [REF-24644] Alcon Data on file, 2024. [REF-24615] Alcon Data on File, 2024. [REF-24379] Alcon Data on File, 2024. [REF-24615] Alcon Data on File, 2024. [REF-24576] UNITY VCS and CS User Manual. Alcon Data on File, 2024. [REF-27800] Gerardo GS, Chow DR. Shovel and Cut Technique: Beveled Vitrectomy Probes to Address Diabetic Tractional Retinal Detachments. Retina. 2023. 1;43(7):1207-1208 Berrocal MH. All-probe vitrectomy dissection techniques for diabetic tractional retinal detachments: Lift and shave. Lift and Shave. Retina. 2018 Sep;38 Suppl 1:S2-S4. González-Saldivar G, Chow DR. The Shovel and cut technique: Beveled vitrectomy probes to address diabetic tractional retinal detachments. Retina. Published online ahead of print. doi:10.1097/IAE.0000000000002938. Po-Lin Chen, Yan-Ting Chen, San-Ni Chen, Comparison of 27-gauge and 25-gauge vitrectomy in the management of tractional retinal detachment secondary to proliferative diabetic retinopathy. Plos One. 2021:16(3) Kasi SK, Hsu J, Hariprasad SM. Making the Jump to 27-Gauge Vitrectomy: Perspectives. Ophthalmic Surgery, Lasers and Imaging Retina. 2017;48(6):450-456. doi:10.3928/23258160-20170601-02 James M. Lai, et all. Mechanical Property Comparison of 23-, 25- and 27-gauge Vitrectors Across Vitrectomy Systems. Ophthalmology Retina. 2022. Alcon Data on File, 2024. [REF-09694] Alcon Data on File, 2024. [REF-25374] Alcon Data on File, 2024. [REF-24899] Scarfone HA, Rodriguez EC, Rufiner MG, Riera JJ, Fanego SE, Charles M, Albano R. Vitreous-lens interface changes after cataract surgery using active fluidics and active sentry with high and low infusion pressure settings. J Cataract Refract Surg. 2024 Apr 1;50(4):333-338. doi: 10.1097/j.jcrs.0000000000001359. PMID: 37938025; PMCID: PMC10959530. Liu Y, Hong J, Chen X. Comparisons of the clinical outcomes of Centurion® active fluidics system with a low IOP setting and gravity fluidics system with a normal IOP setting for cataract patients with low corneal endothelial cell density. Front Med (Lausanne). 2023 Nov 23;10:1294808. doi: 10.3389/fmed.2023.1294808. PMID: 38076276; PMCID: PMC10704024. Taiki Kokubun, et al. Verification for the usefulness of normal tension cataract surgery. Hanga Beres, et al. Does low infusion pressure microinsision cataract surgery (LIPMiCS) reduce the frequency of post-occulsion breaks? 2022. 66(2) Rauen MP, Joiner H, Kohler RA, O'Connor S. Phacoemulsification using an Active Fluidics System at Physiologic versus High IOP: Impact on Anterior and Posterior Segment Physiology. J Cataract Refract Surg. 2024 Apr 8. doi: 10.1097/j.jcrs.0000000000001457. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 38595209.   © 2026 Alcon Inc.   04/26   US-UVC-2600054

Psalm 73 shows how comparison can cloud our faith and distort the way we see God, ourselves, and others. Asaph wrestles with envy, confusion, and the feeling that life is unfair, but everything begins to change when he enters the presence of God. This message reminds us that looking to God restores our perspective and helps us see what matters most.

1. Elon Musk, Capitalism, and Wealth Debate Capitalism vs. criticism: Free enterprise rewards value creation—people voluntarily buy products or invest. Critics are hostile to Musk and supportive of wealth redistribution. Comparison to other billionaires: George Soros is contrasted with Musk as someone whose wealth is seen as aligned with political causes favored by the left Musk could face government targeting if political power shifts. There is much hypocrisy among political figures (e.g., wealthy critics of capitalism). Criticism of media figures and narratives portraying Musk negatively. There is a broader ideological conflict: Free-market capitalism vs. government control Individual innovation vs. redistribution 2. Georgia Election and Political Strategy Focus on candidate Rick Jackson, a businessman with a “self-made” background. He is endorsed as: Conservative Electable Philanthropic (especially in foster care and education) Campaign dynamics: Competition against a Trump-endorsed opponent Strategic late endorsement to influence outcome Election outcome: Jackson wins primary (~52.6% vs 47.4%) Broader implications: Importance of Georgia as a politically competitive (“purple”) state Connection to future Senate control and national politics 3. College Sports Crisis and NIL Reform Problems identified: NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) system chaos Unregulated transfer portal Legal challenges removing rules Rising costs causing: Program cuts (especially non-revenue sports) Financial instability Disparities: Older players competing with younger athletes Risk of collapse: Projection that only 30–50 major football programs would survive Broader impact: Threat to: Non-revenue sports (track, tennis, etc.) Women’s sports Olympic development pipeline Loss of opportunity for: ~500,000 college athletes Students relying on sports scholarships Proposed Legislative Solution A bipartisan Senate bill is introduced: Passed committee (19–9 vote) Expected to pass full Senate and House Goals: Stabilize college sports system Prevent formation of a “super league” dominated by top conferences (SEC, Big Ten) Preserve broad access to college athletics Support: Strong backing from: NCAA-related organizations Professional leagues (NFL, NBA, MLB) Coaches and universities U.S. Olympic Committee Social Value of College Athletics Emphasis on sports is: A pathway to education and upward mobility Especially important for: Low-income students First-generation college attendees Benefits highlighted: Discipline, teamwork, leadership skills Long-term economic and social impact 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.

In this episode, we unpack the consolidation of private practices and the growing influence of Dental Support Organizations. While many independent dentists view consolidation as a threat, Peter and Craig argue it may actually create one of the greatest opportunities the profession has ever seen. They explore the economic forces driving DSO growth, including insurance arbitrage, private equity investment, rising operating costs, and changing ownership models. But beyond the numbers, the conversation focuses on something much more important: what independent dentists can offer that large organizations often cannot. Peter, Craig, and Ian discuss why personalized care, strong patient relationships, community, and entrepreneurial freedom remain powerful competitive advantages. They challenge the idea that independent practice is becoming obsolete and explain why dentists who embrace leadership, innovation, and business education may be better positioned than ever before. The discussion also explores AI, technology, customer experience, insurance dynamics, and the future of practice ownership. As dentistry becomes increasingly consolidated, the question isn't whether the industry is changing. It's whether practice owners are willing to evolve with it. The golden era of dentistry isn't behind us. It belongs to the dentists willing to build it. If you've ever wondered what the future holds for independent practice ownership, this episode is for you. DESCRIPTION The Bulletproof Dental Podcast Episode: 445 HOSTS: Dr. Peter Boulden, Dr. Craig Spodak, and Ian de Jongh In this episode, Peter Boulden, Craig Spodak, and Ian de Jongh explore the rise of DSOs, the accelerating consolidation of dentistry, and what these trends mean for independent practice owners. The conversation examines the economic realities driving consolidation, the advantages and challenges of private practice ownership, and why community, leadership, technology, and patient experience may become the defining factors separating thriving practices from struggling ones in the years ahead. TAKEAWAYS DSO consolidation continues to reshape the dental industry Insurance arbitrage remains a major driver of acquisitions Independent practices still possess significant competitive advantages Personalized patient care is difficult to replicate at scale Community creates resilience during periods of industry change Leadership and business education matter more than ever Technology and AI will accelerate practice evolution Customer experience can become a powerful differentiator The future belongs to adaptable practice owners Consolidation creates both risks and opportunities Dentists must actively choose their path rather than react to industry trends The golden era of dentistry is still available to those willing to build it TIME STAMPS 00:00:00 - Introduction and Welcome 00:00:43 - Discussion on DSOs 00:01:34 - Statistics on DSO Growth 00:03:07 - Impact of Interest Rates on DSOs 00:04:21 - Historical Perspective on DSOs 00:05:15 - Comparison with Dermatology and Veterinary Practices 00:07:05 - Relationship-Based Nature of Dentistry 00:08:33 - Business Coaching in Dentistry 00:10:02 - Pause in DSO Consolidation 00:10:17 - Example of DSO Unwinding 00:12:09 - Financial Distress in DSOs 00:13:01 - Rollover Equity in DSO Sales 00:14:47 - Importance of Upfront Cash in DSO Deals 00:16:00 - Independent Dentists Thriving 00:18:20 - Personalization of Care 00:18:49 - Example of Personalized Service 00:20:52 - Customer Service in Dentistry 00:22:46 - DSO vs. Independent Practice Quality 00:24:02 - SOPs in DSOs 00:26:06 - Moats for Independent Practices 00:28:28 - ADA Statistics on DSO Affiliation 00:29:01 - Macro Factors Affecting Consolidation 00:31:14 - Insurance Arbitrage in DSOs 00:33:01 - AI and Service Businesses 00:34:27 - Future of Independent Dentistry 00:36:09 - Importance of Community 00:37:03 - Power in Numbers for Independent Dentists 00:37:34 - Personal Experience with DSO Sale 00:39:09 - Paycheck Advance Analogy 00:40:15 - Summary and Closing Remarks 00:42:27 - Outro and Call to Action

Nazareth and the Hidden Life Retreat Reflection II Remaining in Nazareth Epigraph “And He was subject unto them.” — St. Luke 2:51 “Acquire the spirit of peace, and thousands around you will be saved.” — Saint Seraphim of Sarov ⸻ One of the most difficult words in the spiritual life is: remain. Modern people know how to begin things. We know how to pursue intensity. We know how to search, reinvent, escape, construct, perform, and anticipate. But very few of us know how to remain. This is partly because remaining exposes us. When we remain somewhere long enough—within marriage, monastic life, caregiving, prayer, ordinary labor, solitude, aging, or even our own interior life— the illusions begin to weaken. The fantasies that once sustained us no longer protect us in the same way. We begin to encounter not the imagined self, but the actual self. This is why so much of modern life is organized around movement. Not only physical movement, but psychological movement: constant distraction, 1 constant novelty, constant stimulation, constant self-reinvention. The ego survives partly through motion. But Nazareth is profoundly still. The hidden years of Christ reveal not simply obscurity, but stability. Christ remains in ordinary life for decades. He does not hurry toward visibility. He does not seek intensity. He does not construct significance through spectacle. He consents fully to the slow unfolding of hidden existence within the will of the Father. This is extraordinarily difficult for modern humanity to understand. Many people secretly endure ordinary life as though it were something standing between themselves and their “real” life. The present moment becomes merely transitional. We live psychologically elsewhere: in imagined futures, in fantasies of escape, in memories, in regret, in comparison, in endless internal narratives about what should have been. And thus we fail almost entirely to inhabit the life actually given to us. This interior refusal creates profound suffering. A person may outwardly remain faithful while inwardly resisting reality continually. One performs obligations externally while inwardly living in fantasy, resentment, disappointment, or hidden self-construction. The heart becomes divided between the actual and the imagined. The fathers understood this division deeply. They knew that the passions often sustain themselves through fantasy. A man imagines another life, another recognition, another identity, another emotional state, another spiritual condition. The mind drifts continually away from the concrete reality in which grace is actually being offered. This is one reason silence becomes painful. 2 When external stimulation diminishes, we begin to notice how rarely we are truly present. We discover how much of our inner life is spent elsewhere: rehearsing conversations, imagining futures, reliving injuries, constructing identities, seeking vindication, dreaming of escape. The modern technological world intensifies this instability constantly. The imagination becomes overstimulated through continual exposure to images of other lives, other possibilities, other identities, other pleasures. Comparison becomes ambient. Dissatisfaction deepens almost automatically. Nazareth stands against all of this. The hidden Christ remains fully within ordinary reality. This does not mean His life lacked inward depth. Quite the opposite. The silence of Nazareth is not emptiness but communion. Christ remains rooted entirely within the life of the Father. He does not need spectacle because His identity does not depend upon visibility. He does not need continual stimulation because He lives in unbroken communion. This reveals something crucial about the spiritual life: the capacity to remain peacefully within ordinary existence depends largely upon whether one's identity rests in God or in self-construction. The ego constantly seeks reinforcement: through recognition, through achievement, through intensity, through emotional experiences, through being seen, through control. But the soul gradually healed by grace becomes quieter. Simpler. Less divided. Less hungry for continual confirmation. This healing usually occurs slowly and often painfully. 3 Many people initially approach prayer hoping for spiritual experiences. But over time prayer often becomes something much humbler and more difficult: remaining before God honestly. Not dramatically. Not emotionally. Not heroically. Simply remaining. Remaining distracted yet returning. Remaining dry yet faithful. Remaining wounded yet open. Remaining ordinary. Remaining poor in spirit. Remaining within the limitations of one's actual life. This hidden fidelity gradually purifies the heart because it weakens the ego's dependence upon fantasy and self-construction. The fathers frequently speak about patience not merely as endurance of external difficulties but as the willingness to bear oneself truthfully before God. This is profoundly important. Much human restlessness arises from the inability to tolerate our own incompleteness. We seek escape because remaining confronts us with weakness, loneliness, unresolved grief, and hidden desires we would rather avoid. And yet healing often begins precisely there. A person who continually flees inwardly cannot become integrated. The fragmented self remains fragmented because it never consents fully to reality. The soul remains divided between longing for God and preserving fantasies of selfhood. Nazareth slowly dismantles this division. The hidden life of Christ reveals that holiness unfolds not through dramatic self- creation but through consent: consent to time, consent to limitation, consent to hiddenness, consent to ordinary existence, 4 consent to the will of the Father. This is why the hidden years possess such immense spiritual significance. Christ saves not only through the Cross publicly but through hidden obedience privately. The years no one notices are not spiritually empty. They become filled with communion precisely through fidelity. Modern culture rarely believes this. We imagine transformation occurring through breakthrough moments, major decisions, visible accomplishments, or emotional intensity. But most sanctification occurs almost imperceptibly through repeated acts of quiet fidelity: daily prayer, forgiveness, caregiving, showing up, remaining truthful, enduring weakness without despair, returning again after failure. The ego often despises this hidden gradualness. We want clarity quickly. We want holiness to feel dramatic. We want meaning to become obvious. But God frequently works below visibility. This is why so many people become discouraged in the spiritual life. They measure themselves according to emotional states or visible progress rather than faithfulness. When consolation fades, they assume God has withdrawn. When ordinary life continues unchanged, they imagine nothing spiritual is occurring. Nazareth contradicts this entirely. The Son of God spent decades within hidden ordinary existence, and not one moment of it was wasted. This is important especially for those carrying hidden disappointment. 5 Many souls quietly mourn the lives they imagined they would have: the vocation that never unfolded, the marriage that became difficult, the ministry that diminished, the monastery left behind, the recognition never received, the family wounds never fully healed, the years now vanished. And often beneath this grief lies another fear: that ordinary hidden life has somehow less value before God. Nazareth reveals the opposite. Indeed, Christ entered hiddenness willingly. And perhaps one of the great spiritual tasks is learning to stop resisting the life actually given to us. Not passively. Not fatalistically. But prayerfully. To stop standing continually outside our lives judging them against fantasies. To stop imagining salvation elsewhere. To stop seeking ourselves through comparison and performance. And instead to begin discovering Christ precisely here: within ordinary labor, within hidden prayer, within caregiving, within weakness, within repetition, within the quiet daily offering of oneself to God. This is not resignation. It is communion. And perhaps the beginning of peace lies not in escaping the ordinary, but in consenting at last to encounter God within it. 6

Jealousy rarely announces itself as jealousy. It shows up dressed as fairness, principle, or “I'm just asking questions.” We take the Torah portion of Korach and follow one sharp insight from Rashi: the revolt doesn't begin with ideology; it begins with envy. Once that emotion takes the wheel, even a legitimate claim can become destructive, pulling in allies, fuelling suspicion, and turning leadership into a scoreboard.From there, we zoom out to the everyday version of the same problem: comparison culture. If “smart” means smarter than the people around me, if “wealthy” means richer than my neighbors, and if “success” means getting the honor someone else got, then I'm stuck living sideways. We explore how status pressure can sneak into work, learning, relationships, and even spiritual growth, leaving us constantly uneasy and never fully satisfied.We end with a healthier, Torah-based framework for self-worth: an independent reference point rooted in personal mission. Instead of measuring ourselves against others, we measure the percentage of our own responsibility that we're actually fulfilling, with God at the center. We also share practical ways to weaken jealousy over time, including honest self-review, private prayer, and doing good without needing anyone to notice. If this reframed how you think about ambition and confidence, subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review so more listeners can find the conversation.Support the showJoin The Motivation Congregation WhatsApp community for daily motivational Torah content!------------------Check out our other Torah Podcasts and content!SUBSCRIBE to The Motivation Congregation Podcast for daily motivational Mussar!Listen on Spotify or 24six!Find all Torah talks and listen to featured episodes on our website, themotivationcongregation.orgQuestions or Comments? Please email me @ michaelbrooke97@gmail.com

Hour 2: The guys react to Kevin Colbert's crazy comparison for Kenny Pickett. Matt Clement joins the show to break down the latest with the Pirates. And will Wyndham Clark be allowed to play at Oakmont for a US Open if he wins it this weekend?

Chad Leistikow returns from Yosemite, and Chad and Scott Dochterman rank every game on Iowa's 2026 football schedule from least to most intriguing. Plus, a deep dive into the proposed federal legislation that could reshape the future of college athletics.

The Delay, The Death, and The Resurrection Life - John 11:1-26 In Episode 141 - When Jesus hears that His close friend Lazarus is sick, He doesn't rush to his side—He waits. In this episode, we unpack the tension of John 11:1-26. Why does God sometimes seem slow to answer our pain? We'll look at the heartbreak of Mary and Martha, the raw humanity of Jesus, and the staggering moment He redefines reality by declaring, "I am the resurrection and the life." If you're sitting in a season of waiting or wondering if God has forgotten you, this episode is a powerful reminder that His delays are never denials. Where in your life right now does it feel like Jesus is arriving 'too late'—and how does knowing He delayed on purpose with Lazarus change how you view that waiting room? ____________________________________ Connect with Jamie: Website: www.jamieklusacek.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamieklusacek Connect with Jane: Website: www.janewwilliams.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janewwilliams

In this solo episode of the Soul Inspiring Business Podcast, Kara Chaffin Donofrio revisits one of the powerful agreements from The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz: Don't Take Anything Personally. Kara explores how this principle applies to leadership, business, relationships, social media, and self-worth. She shares practical ways to stay grounded, protect your energy, honor your boundaries, and lead from a place of peace instead of reacting to outside opinions.Episode Topics:The second agreement from The Four Agreements: Don't Take Anything PersonallyWhy other people's opinions often come from their own perspective and experiencesHow leaders can respond to feedback without absorbing it as truthThe importance of building self-worth from withinMorning routines, prayer, meditation, and grounding practicesThe “glass ball and rubber ball” story for understanding prioritiesHonoring boundaries in business, friendship, and family lifeSurrounding yourself with people who lift and inspire youLimiting social media comparison and protecting your energyA grounding practice for meetings, events, and meaningful conversationsInsights:Not everything someone says about you is truth. Often, it is a reflection of their own perception, wounds, or life experience.Leadership requires groundedness. When you are rooted in who you are, outside criticism or praise does not have the same power to shake you.Positive feedback can be just as dangerous as negative feedback if your worth becomes dependent on outside validation.Boundaries help protect your peace, especially when life, family, and business responsibilities feel overwhelming.Knowing the difference between “glass balls” and “rubber balls” can help you decide what truly needs your attention and what can be released for now.Your energy is one of your greatest assets, and protecting it is part of showing up well for yourself, your family, your clients, and your team.Surrounding yourself with people who lift you helps you grow into a more expanded, inspired version of yourself.Highlights:00:00 Welcome and Intro00:46 Personal Freedom and Leadership 01:27 Core Agreement: Don't Take Anything Personally06:45 Self-care and Morning Routine10:54 Boundaries and the Glass vs. Rubber Ball Metaphor13:17 Surrounding Yourself with Supportive People16:00 Social Media, Comparison, and Energy Protection17:55 Grounding and Energetic Practice Before Meetings21:34 Podcast episode endedResources:The Four Agreements by Don Miguel RuizMorning routine, prayer, meditation, or quiet reflectionThe “glass ball and rubber ball” priority exerciseSocial media boundaries and intentional screen timeGrounding and energy-setting practices before meetings, events, or conversationsThis week, practice not taking things personally in one conversation, meeting, or moment where you normally might feel triggered. Pause, ground yourself, and ask: “Is this true, or is this someone else's perception?” Then choose to respond from peace, presence, and alignment.Connect with Kara to share your thoughts on the series:Website - http://www.kcdrealestate.com/Email - kara@kdcrealestate.comInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/karachaffindonofrio/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/karachaffin1?_rdc=1&_rdrYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/KaraChaffinLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/karachaffin/Don't forget to visit freegiftfromkara.com for our special giveaway, the Dynamic Life Journal to help you maintain your authentic voice and intuitive wisdom while navigating the balance between technology and human connection in your business and personal life.Special Listener Offer: Unlock Your Soul-Aligned Brand with Jen CudmoreAs a gift to our Soul Inspiring Business community, I've convinced my incredible mentor and business coach, Jen Cudmore, to create an exclusive package just for you—our loyal listeners. This special offer includes a powerful private session to dive into your branding archetypes and a 3-month coaching package at a deeply discounted rate.Ready to clarify your message, magnetize your dream clients, and grow your business from the inside out?Click here to claim your exclusive Soul Inspiring Business listener package

Hour 2: Salvador Perez Comparison to Cristiano Ronaldo, Ben Maller, One Word, Smash or Pass full 2650 Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:09:54 +0000 hMCUcA4HVVttpswzQ0kNd5BD9SoO9p2C nfl,mlb,kansas city chiefs,kansas city royals,sports Fescoe & Dusty nfl,mlb,kansas city chiefs,kansas city royals,sports Hour 2: Salvador Perez Comparison to Cristiano Ronaldo, Ben Maller, One Word, Smash or Pass Fescoe in the Morning. One guy is a KU grad.   The other is on the KU football broadcast team,  but their loyalty doesn't stop there as these guys  are huge fans of Kansas City sports and the people  of Kansas City who make it the great city it is.   Start your morning with us at 5:58am!   2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Sports htt

Calcific tendinitis is a common, painful condition that can cause intense pain and dysfunction of the shoulder. However, in spite of its commonality, there is much we do not understand about it including why it occurs. One thing we do know is that, in most cases, the calcium will just go away, however we do not have any way to predict how long that may take to occur. A variety of treatment options are available to treat calcific tendinitis including several non-surgical options such as physical therapy, cortisone injections, and barbotage, as well as surgery. Because the natural history of calcific tendinitis is one of self-resolution, surgery is typically reserved for long-standing cases where non-surgical treatments have been tried and failed. Authors Ryan Gilbert, BA & Dr. Albert Lin, MD from University of Pittsburgh Medical Center join us to discuss their study looking at success rates of these 3 non-surgical options as well as the success rates for patients who opted for surgery as an initial treatment or after failing at least one non-surgical option. If you've failed one of the non-operative treatment, should you try another one or just go to surgery?

Broncos OC makes a bold comparison for Jaylen Waddle plus Drew thinks Bryan Cook is the biggest off-season loss for the Chiefs

Robin Hood has been a lot of things over the centuries: noble thief, romantic outlaw, swashbuckling folk hero, animated fox, Kevin Costner with an accent that wanders wherever it pleases. But in Michael Sarnoski's hands, the myth becomes something darker, sadder, and more spiritually eviscerated. His new film, “The Death of Robin Hood,” is less interested in the legend as a heroic brand than in the man who might be trapped beneath its curse.Written and directed by Sarnoski, “The Death of Robin Hood” stars Hugh Jackman as an aging, haunted Robin Hood, a man grappling with a life of violence after a battle leaves him gravely injured. In the care of a mysterious Prioress played by Jodie Comer, he's offered something that might look like salvation, if he can survive long enough to accept it. The film also stars Bill Skarsgård, Murray Bartlett, and Noah Jupe, and arrives in theaters June 19 via A24.READ MORE: ‘Obsession': Curry Barker On His Twisted Wish-Fulfillment Horror Breakout, Inde Navarrette's Wild Performance, ‘Texas Chainsaw Massacre,' & More [The Discourse Podcast]Sarnoski joined The Playlist's The Discourse podcast to talk about stripping away centuries of heroic varnish, finding the emotional soul of Robin Hood, reuniting with cinematographer Pat Scola, and writing the upcoming “Death Stranding” movie. And early in the conversation, he acknowledged a thread that has become increasingly clear across his work, from “Pig” to “A Quiet Place: Day One” to “The Death of Robin Hood”: these are stories about people who, in some way, already feel dead before the movie begins.

In Episode 167 of the 4OURPLAY Swinger Podcast, Bella and Jase talk about Bliss Cruise vs. Temptation Cruise! They compare both cruises, from the parties and food to the playrooms and everything in between, to help you decide which lifestyle friendly cruise is best for you!Mentioned in this episode:Book your next cruise hereBook your next lifestyle vacation with us: 4ourplay.com/travelBliss Cruise ReviewsTemptation Cruise ReviewsJase's song of the week: Goals by LisaJase's song of the week: Game Time by TylaBella's song of the week: Yipee Ki Yay by KeshaBella's obsession of the week: Off CampusWhere else to find us:Website: http://4OURPLAY.com/4OURPLAY The Game: http://4ourplay.com/gamesBook your next vacation with us: 4ourplay.com/travelSubscribe to our Youtube!Shop our swingers merch : http://4ourplay.com/shopE-mail: 4ourplaypodcast@gmail.comAsk us a question: http://4ourplay.com/askOur Lifestyle Recommendations (Amazon)Join Our Discord Server!: 4OURPLAY Swinging CommunityJoin Our Facebook Group!: 4OURPLAY CommunityTwitter: http://twitter.com/4ourplaypodcastInstagram: http://instagram.com/4ourplay.officialTikTok: Find our current TikTok hereBella's Instagram: http://instagram.com/heybellalunaJase's Instagram: http://instagram.com/heyjasebBella's VIP OnlyFans: http://onlyfans.com/bellalunavipBella's Free OnlyFans: http://onlyfans.com/bellalunafreeSign up for OnlyFans!Get SDC Full Membership for 30 days FREEGet Kasidie Full Membership for 30 days FREE*Some links may contain affiliate links!

Lionel Messi continues to dominate the World Cup stage with another hat trick for Argentina, further cementing his status as one of the biggest attractions in all of sports. The guys react to his latest standout performance and discuss how Inter Miami may never see a player of his caliber again, no matter how long the club continues in MLS. Joe compares Messi's sustained excellence to Novak Djokovic, pointing out the rare consistency both athletes have shown at the top of their games for so long. The conversation then shifts to some of the most talented players this town has seen in recent years, including Tyreek Hill, with Joe noting that despite his incredible on-field ability, there's always been concern about what comes with him off the field. Hill is also compared to Antonio Brown in terms of elite talent paired with off-field issues, sparking a broader discussion about how teams weigh production versus reliability.

Fan Mail: Tell Wendy how you're saying yes to yourself!In this episode, Wendy sits down with Jan Goss, executive consultant, bestselling author, and founder of Show Up Well Consulting. Jan teaches a comprehensive framework for showing up as your whole, aligned self—not just at work, but at home, in relationships, and in every role you hold. She's spent decades building businesses, raising foster children, and discovering that true success isn't about shiny exteriors. It's about alignment, wholeness, and leading with love.They explore:Why self-love and alignment are the foundation for showing up well everywhereHow love brings cohesion, and the two-degree shifts that help you move toward itWhat it means to show up whole as a parent, partner, executive, and human beingJan's philosophy is simple but radical: all of you is delicious, including the parts you'd rather hide. She talks about facing fear with compassion, making tiny shifts toward alignment, and discovering that love is a universal protocol that works in the boardroom and the bedroom, in parenting and in marriage. The roadblocks are comparison and fear, but the tools are practical: self-discovery and the willingness to show up as yourself, fully aligned, in every relationship that matters.Connect with Jan:Get her book, Bedroom Etiquette: How to Show Up Well Behind Closed Doors: amazon.com/Bedroom-Etiquette-Behind-Closed-Doors/dp/B0DXV7W8S1?tag=syty-20ShowUpWell.comInstagram: instagram.com/showupwellLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/showupwellReferenced in this Episode:A Course in Miracles Links:amazon.com/Course-Miracles-Combined-Quality/dp/1883360242?tag=syty-20marianne.com/acim/apps.apple.com/us/app/acim-remind/id737568020________________________________________________________________________________________Connect with Wendy:LinkedinInstagram: @wendy.harropFacebook: Phineas Wright HouseWebsite: Phineas Wright House PWH Farm StaysPWH Curated Experience and TravelInterested in being a guest on the show? Send your pitch to podcast@phineaswrighthouse.comPodcast Production By Shannon Warner of Resonant Collective Want to start your own podcast? Let's chat!If this episode resonated, follow Say YES to Yourself! and leave a  5-star review. It helps more women in midlife discover the tools, stories, and community that make saying YES not only possible, but powerful.

In this episode of the Award-winning PRS Journal Club Podcast, 2026 Resident Ambassadors to the PRS Editorial Board – Lucas Harrison, Christopher Kalmar, and Priyanka Naidu- and special guest, Devinder Singh, MD, discuss the following articles from the June 2026 issue:   "Efficacy of Nanofat in Wound Healing: A Double-Blinded Randomized Controlled Trial" by Wongkietkachorn and Wongkietkachorn.   Read the article for FREE: https://bit.ly/Nanofat_WoundHealing   Devinder Singh, MD, is the Chief of the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Program Director, and a Professor of Surgery (and secondary professor of dermatology) at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine.  READ the articles discussed in this podcast as well as free related content: https://bit.ly/JCJune26Collection   The views expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of ASPS.

Do you ever feel trapped by insecurity, comparison, or the pressure to prove yourself?In today's episode, Kaley Olson and Cailah Garcia sit down with author, pastor, and speaker Sharon Hodde Miller to discuss a surprising source of insecurity that many women overlook. Through personal stories, biblical teaching, and practical wisdom, Sharon explains why some insecurity stems not from thinking too little of ourselves but from thinking about ourselves too much.Drawing from Moses' story in Exodus 4 and her own journey through ministry, Sharon shares how God invites us to shift our focus away from our limitations and back to His sufficiency. If you've ever wondered whether you're enough for what God has called you to do, this conversation will remind you where true confidence is found.You'll learn:The difference between low self-esteem and self-preoccupation.Why affirmation alone cannot heal every insecurity.What God's response to Moses teaches us about our limitations.How to identify whether insecurity is revealing an unhealed wound or misplaced focus.A practical way to shift your eyes off yourself and back onto Jesus.Resources From This Episode:Get Sharon Hodde Miller's book Free of Me: Why Life Is Better When It's Not About You. This bestselling book explores the freedom that comes when we stop making life all about ourselves and start focusing on God's greater purpose.Get Sharon Hodde Miller's devotional Gazing at God: A 40-Day Journey to Greater Freedom from Self. This devotional helps readers identify areas of self-focus, find healing for their wounds, and cultivate a life centered on Christ.Learn more about the She Speaks Conference.Join us from July 16-18 in Charlotte, North Carolina, for powerful teaching, practical training, and encouragement to help you step confidently into the calling God has placed on your life.Capstone Wellness provides residential treatment and custom therapy intensives that retrace hurt to the roots in a Christ-centered environment. Learn more at Capstonewellness.com/proverbs31Download a transcript of this episode.Want More on This Topic?Check out “How To Escape the Comparison Trap” from The Proverbs 31 Ministries Podcast archives! 

Josh Pate rejoins Crain & Cone on Tuesday to preview and breakdown the upcoming season for the Ohio State Buckeyes. -- -- -- 1st Phorm: https://1stphorm.com/BOOSTER  -- -- -- For partnership inquiries, please contact: crainandconesales@on3.com -- -- -- 0:00 Intro 1:00 Is Julian Sayin a Top-3 QB? 3:08 Comparison to Arch Manning 4:04 Ohio State Season Preview 8:03 1st Phorm 9:26 Buckeyes' Offense, OC Arthur Smith 13:30 Why wouldn't Buckeyes win the CFP? 16:09 Buckeyes' Defense 17:28 Wrapping up on Ohio State with Josh Pate -- -- --  Follow Our Socials: X / Twitter: @CrainandCone Instagram: @CrainCompany TikTok: @CrainandCone #CrainandCo #CrainandCone#News #Sports #football #collegefootball #sportsshow #sportsnews #cfb #ohiostate #ohiostatebuckeyes #ohiostatefootball Crain & Cone, hosted by former college athletes Jake Crain, Blain Crain, and David Cone, is a college sports show dedicated to delivering quality analysis and passionate insight to the most die-hard fans.For partnership inquiries, please contact: crainandconesales@on3.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Award-winning reporter Dejan Kovacevic, a lifelong veteran of the Pittsburgh sports scene, delivers three 'Daily Shot' podcasts every weekday morning, one each covering the Steelers, Penguins and Pirates! Plus three additional 'Double Shot' videos that stream live on YouTube every weekday afternoon starting at 3 p.m. Eastern! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today's Bible Verse: "May the Lord the God of Israel, under whose wings you have come to take refuge, reward you fully for waht you have done." — Ruth 2:12 Ruth 2:12 highlights a beautiful picture of faith, loyalty, and finding security in God. After leaving behind her homeland and stepping into an uncertain future, Ruth chose faithfulness and humility. Boaz recognized that her actions reflected a deeper trust in God, who had become her true source of refuge. Want to listen without ads? Become a BibleStudyTools.com PLUS Member today: https://www.biblestudytools.com/subscribe Meet Today’s Host: Jennifer Dotzler Hear more from Jennifer D on Your Daily Bible Verse at LifeAudio Jennifer Dotzler is a passionate Bible teacher and disciple-maker with a heart for helping others grow in their faith. She brings together her love for Scripture and a practical, compassionate approach to encourage listeners through life’s highs and lows. With a deep desire to see believers strengthened in truth and equipped to walk closely with Christ, Jennifer offers thoughtful, biblically grounded insight in every episode. She’s honored to be part of the Your Daily Bible Verse team, where she aims to inspire and uplift others with truth that transforms.

Success in the Christian life is not measured by relentless output, but by deep enjoyment and awe of God. The high-performer's journey is to move from striving to abiding, from anxious self-optimization to restful delight. This week, Stephanie challenges us to reconsider our definition of success: Will we dare to let our delight in God, and His delight in us, become our most treasured spiritual possession?Many Christians find themselves exhausted, seeking spirituality through constant effort rather than true joy. In our current series, Awaken Delight, we explore different ways that prevent us from living the reality of Psalm 37:4, Delight yourself in the Lord, and He will give you the desires of your heart.This week, we explore the dangers of "high-performance Christianity" and discover the invitation to redefine success by delighting in God rather than striving to impress Him.Our FREE gift to you today! An exclusive 30-day FREE recovery plan to rekindle your delight in God when you are feeling weary and exhausted in your faith: go to https://www.gospelspice.com/awakendelightthepodcast and find the form for Episode 448. Give us your email, and you will receive the full plan in your inbox immediately!Let's be completely honest. Are you…Exhausted by trying to “feel” spiritual?Performing faith without real joy?Feeling unworthy despite consistent effort?Wondering if Psalm 37:4 really works?What if the problem isn't your faith, but the way you've been pursuing God? Delight isn't about effort; it's about learning how to receive God as your deepest joy.This isn't extra joy on Sundays. It's the foundation for deep delight in God which willstrengthen your prayer lifeprovide you with resilient peace,reframe your pain and suffering,transform your obedience into soul-satisfying joy.Many Christians become experts in prayer, service, and discipline but forget the joy of simple communion with God. This mindset measures spiritual health in terms of effort and accomplishment: “Did I pray enough? Did I do enough?”The Dangers:Spiritual Output over Relationship: Faith becomes a checklist of activities rather than a relationship rooted in love and delight.Performance Equals Worth: Feelings of worth rise and fall based on spiritual “productivity.” Rest becomes guilt-ridden and Sabbath feels inefficient.Comparisons and Insecurity: The high-performer compares their visible fruit to others', believing that more impact equals more favor from God.This mindset leads to spiritual dryness. High performers feel relationally undernourished: “Effective for God, but not really deeply at rest in God”. Growth is sought in results, but true spiritual maturity often appears slow, cyclical, and hidden. When setbacks arise, self-worth plummets, and failures feel catastrophic.At its core, this approach makes delight in God seem like a luxury reserved for the less “serious." But Scripture repeatedly calls delight foundational, not optional. "Delight in the Lord" is central — it deepens trust, strengthens endurance, and transforms work into worship.How do we shift from performance to delight? We must reorder our ambitions with God at the center. As Stephanie explains, “Your problem isn't that you're too serious, it's that you're too serious through the lens of a secular operating system”. The calling isn't to do less, but to let delight in God be the fuel, not the reward, of our efforts.Practical Steps:Identity Rooted in God's Delight: Our worth is anchored in God's unshakeable love, not our achievements.Work Flows from Delight: We work, rest, and strive not to prove ourselves, but out of the security that comes from being loved by God.Resilient Obedience: Obedience is rooted in delight, not desperation; failure or success does not shake our identity.Delighting in God is not just an emotion—it is a chosen, steady confidence that allows us to pursue excellence without fear. When rooted in God's love, ambition becomes resilient, setbacks less threatening, and rest becomes restorative. As Stephanie encourages, “Taste and see that the Lord is good”. This call is an invitation into a secure, unshakeable identity and delight —the true measure of success."Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart." Psalm 37:4 isn't a poetic suggestion — it's a promise. But many believers quietly assume it doesn't really work, or it's not really possible here on earth.In Awaken Delight, Stephanie Rousselle invites you to rediscover what Scripture actually means by delight — not emotional hype, not religious performance, but a steady satisfaction rooted in who God is.Delight in God isn't a mood to manufacture; it's a relationship to receive.Through biblical theology and practical rhythms, you'll learn how communion with God reshapes suffering, quiets restless striving, and anchors your identity in something unshakable.Delighting in God isn't sentimental optimism. It's deeply rooted in Christ, Jesus.It's the quiet revolution that reshapes how we endure pain, love others, and understand our own heart.Awaken Delight is a theologically grounded spiritual formation book for thoughtful believers who feel spiritually fatigued and are ready to embrace the reality of Psalm 37:4.More at https://www.gospelspice.com/awakendelight Purchase the book, "Awaken Delight" by Stephanie Rousselle: https://a.co/d/0bqhUb5JKind words from Jennifer Rothschild, Bible teacher, Author, Speaker, Podcast Host, Founder, Fresh Grounded Faith:“Stephanie helps us awaken to and experience true delight. It is a rich mix of God's delight in you and your delight in him. This is the life you were made for, the life your soul deeply longs for. So, the table is set. Pull up a chair and let your heart sit alongside Stephanie. As your delight in God wakes up and becomes fully realized, you'll find a satisfaction in Christ that makes you want more and more.”Kind words from Amanda Jenkins, Lead creator of THE CHOSEN's literary content"I have yet to meet another person quite as eager to intimately know Jesus as Stephanie is. Her enthusiasm for the beauty found inside a thriving relationship with her Savior is downright contagious. Indeed, Stephanie's joy and faith and commitment to growth—along with her love for really good food!—will implant themselves in the hearts of readers. Lucky readers."Kind words from Os Guinness, Theologian, Social critic, Author, The Call "Stephanie addresses one of the greatest needs of Christians today. Knowing God is not knowing about God, but knowing Him genuinely and with desire and delight. She does so practically and helpfully, and in a style that sparkles with a verve and joy that is distinctively French."Kind words from Pippa Gumbel, Pioneer, The Alpha Course; Author, The Bible in one year with husband Nicky"Stephanie's love of God is inspiring and infectious. Her book is an invitation to share in that delight and to come to know God in new and wonderful ways." More at https://www.gospelspice.com/awakendelight Purchase the book, "Awaken Delight" by Stephanie Rousselle: https://a.co/d/0bqhUb5JSupport us on Gospel Spice, PayPal and Venmo!

Have you ever felt completely stuck when it comes to body image, or really ANY area where you just can’t get unstuck, no matter what boxes you check? In this episode, Heather Creekmore dives into the underlying reasons we stay stuck and offers a biblically-rooted path toward true freedom. Episode Highlights Why Do We Get Stuck? Exploring the feeling of desperation and stuckness, especially around body image or life circumstancesHeather Creekmore shares the real-life struggle and the “one thing” mindset00:00:09 Parallels with the biblical story of Rachel & Leah’s desperate longing00:03:01 The Root of Stuckness: Envy and Comparison How envy eats us alive—what Rachel and Leah were really longing for, and how this shows up in our own lives00:03:51 The dangerous pattern of “Give me _ or I’ll die!” and how this mindset affects our faith and contentment00:05:10 False Solutions and Chasing Idols Why achieving our desires (like Rachel’s longed-for baby) doesn’t satisfy in the end00:10:17 How “self-improvement” can actually lead to more pride and stuckness instead of freedom00:25:17 The Call to Pure Humility A deep dive into biblical humility vs. pride; why humility is about focusing less on ourselves00:13:15 The example of Mary (mother of Jesus) and her response of true humility and worship00:24:35 Getting Unstuck: Practical Steps Why you can’t do it alone—why Christian community, confession, and honest conversations are crucial00:31:19 How zooming out (not magnifying your own issues) can change everything00:30:26 Final Encouragement Reminder: body image healing isn't just mental...it’s spiritual. It's very difficult, if not impossible, to heal in isolation or alone.00:35:29 Mentioned Episodes and Resources The following episodes and resources are referenced and would be linked in the show notes: Episode: “What if I Just Want a Body I'm Proud Of?”(Heather Creekmore discusses the pitfalls of longing for body satisfaction through surface change. Episode: “I'm Sorry I Got it Wrong: Why Leaning On Your Own Understanding Isn't the Answer”(Discussed at 00:20:35) “Waiting for Weight Loss” Series(A series reframing how we view weight loss and its relationship to body image freedom) “YouVersion Bible Reading Plans” (Summer Body Image Issues and More)(Find Bible-based reading plans tailored to body image struggles) Book: The Comparison Free Life(Learn more about chasing idols and biblical freedom) Book: The 40-Day Body Image Workbook Book: Aging Gratefully: A 30-Day Devotional for Women in Midlife Book: Heather's story- Compared to Who? Stay Connected Take the free body image quiz and access all resources at improvebodyimage.com Interested in one-on-one, bible-based coaching (nouthetic counseling)? Visit the “Work with Me” and “Beyond Body Image” sections of the site. If you’re struggling, don’t walk the road alone! Share the episode with a friend or invite someone to join the next 40-Day Journey for Christian women. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Blaine and Zach listen to Alontae Taylor, Soloman Thomas, and Cam Ward speak at Titans Minicamp Day 1. They also do a little comparing between Cam Ward and Hall of Fame QB Brett Favre in terms of playstyle!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're on the precipice of an NBA draft that could be remembered as one of the 21st century's best collection of lottery picks. There's plenty of star power at the top of the 2026 class, players who could reshape the power dynamics in the league for a long time. What might those stars' careers end up looking like? To best lay that out, Sports Illustrated has comparisons for every projected lottery pick ranging from future Hall of Famers to steady role players.  Check out Episode #614 as @JaiHov , @JEasley84 , @Lock_Tha_Great and @FSP_Wezzy handing out player comparisons for the projected lottery picks in the 2026 NBA Draft #FSPSTYLE  **Full Sport Press Episode #614 Breakdown**00:00-Intro7:15- Weezy's Yellow Box of Cereal Award: Jaxson Dart10:45- 1st Half Intro11:30-Brendan Sorsby granted injunction vs. NCAA, eligible to play in 202617:10-Pat McAfee re-signing with ESPN for $65 million a year?20:50-Victor Wembanyama Sneaker Free Agent in Fall 202627:15- FSP HALFTIME- ICYMI-TSSAA 35 second shot clock31:20- 2nd Half: 2026 NBA Draft Player Comparisons Show

In Monday's edition of Quick Hits, Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin debate the feasibility of professional athletes abstaining from intimacy to win championships after rumors surfaced regarding New York Knicks owner James Dolan. They also address Victor Wembanyama's postseason behavior and criticize Brewers manager Pat Murphy for calling pitcher Jacob Misiorowski 'Forrest Gump'. 01:00 - Athletes Abstaining For Titles 07:51 - Wembanyama Postgame Reaction 10:26 - Misiorowski Forrest Gump Comparison

Five questions this week. No real through-line, which is usually how these go. -A reader four years sober wants to rebuild the friendships he burned while drinking. -A father of two wants the kind of relationship with his kids he never had with his own dad. -A high school junior writes in about his 13-year-old sister and an eating disorder serious enough to put her in front of doctors. -A guy three months into jujitsu can't get out from under bigger training partners. Size matters. Mat time matters more. -And a sailor stuck under a former SEAL who got booted from the Teams and now leads by intimidation. I get into why he probably got kicked out, and how to manage two more years. Enjoy. Join the Cleared Hot Newsletter Here: https://www.clearedhotpodcast.com   Today's Sponsors:  Firecracker Farm: https://www.firecracker.farm AG1: Visit https://www.drinkag1.com/clearedhot to get a FREE AG1 Pro Yeti Shaker in your AG1 Pro welcome kit.

GET IN WE'RE BOOKING: THE VALIANT KICKSTARTER ENDS TODAY. If you want your name in the book, today's the last day to do that. Things Discussed: VALIANT: Sam's getting background to tell stories nobody's heard yet from Dusty May. Ken Pomeroy is going to walk us through the 2PA Revolution and how it led to some of the best basketball teams ever. John Gasaway is going through the history of his understanding of the game, and the Michigan fans who pulled him along that journey. Will Warren is going to get into the way strategy and analytics created a special team. Craig's book too. Alex Drain chopped it in half, and it's finally written. Texas Tech and Sorsby: Craig walks us through the judge's insane decision, notes there's still a four-judge panel (of all TTU grads) that it needs to get through before this really is a thing. The reaction of the league is loud, but they're not going to do 90% of what they threaten, for many reasons. Comparison with reaction to Signgate: Difference was anyone who knows ball was saying it's horseshit. What do TTU fans say? They say Texas has been getting players off for worse for a century. What's the fix? Probably one part of the story that eventually leads to a CBA, because that's how the pro leagues control this. In break: the 1950s NYU scandal in the context of 1950s NCAA and the players making no money as everyone was getting rich. In-state recruiting: Some big guys going out of state. Guerrant: let's see if Michigan passes the ball this year before we take an impending Oregon commitment seriously. Gideon Gash: TTU means Michigan can come back around; big loss for MSU. Whittingham has done a good job adapting to Michigan recruiting. Retaining Bellamy retained connections in Michigan and the East. Harding gives him credibility all over the Midwest. Way they reacted to the NCAA attacking SMSB was like early Harbaugh. Pat Fitzgerald's slow start means little; he's got some OL, and that's what you really need. Seth likes the Frey-type tackle they got from Brighton.

Two hosts, five powerful listener questions, and a conversation that moves from comparison and fatherhood to relationships, self-awareness, and personal growth. Ryan and Kipp open with a quick catch-up before diving into questions from listeners on feeling behind in life, protecting children from cultural influence, rebuilding relationships with adult children, navigating difficult conversations with a spouse, and developing greater self-awareness. Along the way they discuss intentional parenting, accountability, ownership, communication, and why the quality of your questions often determines the quality of your life.   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Intro & Hawaii recap 08:29 Comparison and feeling behind 21:00 Protecting your kids from culture 31:35 Rebuilding relationships with adult children 40:09 Talking to your spouse about difficult issues 51:19 Building self-awareness 01:08:59 Men's Forge event announcement 01:11:12 Outro Battle Planners: Pick yours up today! Order Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto. For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood. Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready

1. Los Angeles Mayor Race / California Politics: Karen Bass (incumbent) leading in early results. A close contest for second place between Nithya Raman (portrayed as more left-wing) and Spencer Pratt. The transcript emphasizes: Delays in vote counting (weeks after the election). Allegations or suspicions about election integrity, especially with mail-in ballots. California governance (taxation, homelessness, crime, wildfires). Public services (fire response, policing, infrastructure). 2. Middle East Conflict (Israel–Iran): Reports on recent escalation between Israel and Iran, including: Missile exchanges between both nations Israeli airstrikes on Iranian targets U.S. involvement (or lack thereof) Former President Trump’s stance and statement Iran’s nuclear capabilities Terrorism funding Regional instability 3. Election Integrity Discussion Mail-in voting Ballot harvesting Delayed vote counting Reference to the Carter-Baker Commission to argue that: Mail voting increases risks of fraud Comparison with states like: Texas and Florida (presented as more efficient and trustworthy) 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.