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Kyle and Joe interview Rachel Turetzky & Douglas S. Wingate about their perspectives on the WilsonLeary 8 Circuit Model of consciousness. They recently released a CE approved program on Psychedelic Education Center to train therapists on this model and how to integrate the 8 Circuit Model into your clinical therapy practice. In this episode: Maybe Day and maybe logic: Honoring Robert Anton Wilson and learning to hold beliefs, models, and interpretations more lightly Reality tunnels: How biology, experience, culture, and conditioning filter our perception of reality Robert Anton Wilson's legacy: Guerrilla ontology, stand-up philosophy, Prometheus Rising, and using humor to destabilize rigid beliefs Timothy Leary beyond the caricature: His early work in psychology, the development of the Eight-Circuit Model, and the parts of his intellectual legacy that are often overlooked The first four circuits: Bodily safety, emotional territory, language and symbolic thinking, and social and relational conditioning The upper circuits: Sensory and somatic intelligence, metacognition, archetypal and transpersonal experience, and unitive states of consciousness Metaprogramming: Identifying the beliefs, imprints, and automatic patterns shaping our lives—and developing the capacity to revise them Circuit Zero and Stanislav Grof: Prenatal and perinatal experience, the basic perinatal matrices, and the lasting influence of early development Normalizing unusual experiences: Archetypal encounters, ancestral material, entities, out-of-body experiences, synchronicities, and other phenomena that conventional psychology may struggle to interpret Psychedelics and re-imprinting: How expanded states may loosen entrenched developmental patterns and create opportunities for psychological change Pleasure as therapeutic material: Anhedonia, chronic survival states, the "hedonic intelligence" of Circuit Five, and learning to experience joy without treating it as a distraction from the work Clinical applications: Using the model during psychedelic preparation to identify intentions, developmental imprints, and material that may emerge Medicine and dosage selection: How MDMA, ketamine, psilocybin, LSD, and 5-MeO-DMT may produce different experiences depending on the intention and dose Integration and verticality: Grounding expansive, archetypal, or unitive experiences through the body, emotions, relationships, and everyday life Chapel Perilous: Understanding destabilizing experiences, ontological shock, spiritual emergencies, and the process of reconstructing meaning afterward Beyond psychedelics: Connections with yoga, meditation, occult practice, Chinese medicine, chakra systems, and other psychospiritual traditions The new course: The structure of The Eight-Circuit Model of Consciousness: An Integrative Framework for Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy, including its 14 lessons, practical exercises, assessments, certification, and continuing-education options

Sibling relationships can be some of the longest and most meaningful relationships in a person's life, helping kids develop empathy, resilience, social skills, and healthy conflict resolution. Sissy and David encourage parents to see sibling comparison, fairness battles, and everyday arguments as opportunities to build lifelong skills rather than problems to eliminate. They share practical ways to strengthen sibling connection, including allowing kids time to work through disagreements, coaching rather than controlling conflict, practicing repair, creating shared experiences and responsibilities, protecting each child's individuality, and looking beneath difficult behavior to understand what may really be going on. Resources mentioned Capable by David Thomas and Sissy Goff I Am Capable by David Thomas and Sissy Goff The VOMP conflict-resolution framework: Voice your hurt, Own your part, Walk a Mile in the other person's shoes, and Make a Plan . . . . . .  Sign up to receive the⁠ bi-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠monthly newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Order our new book, Capable, here!! See our speaking dates, purchase books and check out our courses here.. . . . . .  If you would like to partner with Raising Boys and Girls as a podcast sponsor, fill out our⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Advertise With Us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ form. QUINCE: Go to ⁠Quince.com/rbg⁠ for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty-five -day returns. BOLL & BRANCH: Get 15% off plus free shipping on your first set of sheets at Bollandbranch.com/rbg⁠. Exclusions apply. ADVENTURE BIBLE: Get an Adventure Bible for your child and begin reading and exploring it together to build confidence and curiosity in God's Word https://tinyurl.com/RBGAdventureBible. CHRISTIAN HEALTHSHARE MINISTRIES: Take charge of your healthcare by visiting chministries.org/solution. LIBERTY HEALTH SHARE: Visit LibertyHealthShare.org to learn more about healthcare sharing options for your family.  HIYA HEALTH: Visit hiyahealth.com/RBG to get 50% off your first order. WAYFAIR: Get organized, refreshed, and ready for the holidays for way less. Head to Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. OUR PLACE: Stop cooking with toxic cookware, and upgrade to Our Place today. Visit fromourplace.com/RBG and use code RBG for 10% off sitewide. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Most people never choose a career in commercial real estate because they never realize it is an option.They do not grow up around brokers, developers, investors, or property managers. They do not know the language, the career paths, or the people who can open the first door.Daynon Kirby is working to change that.In this episode of Commercially Speaking, Daynon returns to introduce the Black Foundation, a commercial real estate-focused private foundation built around access, education, investment, and attainable housing.The organization helps minorities, veterans, students, and aspiring professionals discover the many career paths available throughout commercial real estate while creating practical pathways into the industry.Daynon also explains why the foundation is building its own investment arm rather than depending entirely on donations. Its model combines people and profits, using commercial real estate, private equity, and other investments to create a mission that can sustain and expand itself.We also get extremely practical about what someone should do when they want to enter commercial real estate but have no family connections or industry experience.In this conversation:How to break into commercial real estate with no connections• Why CRE offers far more careers than brokerage• How to identify the strongest firms in your local market• What young professionals can offer a brokerage immediately• How AI can help you research firms and create real value• Why joining a collaborative team may be better than starting alone• How to approach experienced professionals without asking to “pick their brain”• The power of CCIM education, scholarships, and relationships• How veterans can transition into commercial real estate• Why attainable housing is a central part of the Black Foundation's mission• How the foundation combines philanthropy with investments• Why a hand up can create more lasting change than a handoutThis episode is for students, veterans, career changers, young professionals, and anyone who senses that commercial real estate could change their future but has no idea where to begin.Learn more about Daynon and the Black Foundation:The Black Foundation: theblackfoundationinc.comLinkedIn: Search “The Black Foundation” and Daynon KirbyCCIM resources and education: ccim.comFind a local CCIM professional: findaccim.comThanks To Our Sponsors

What if your mind could be read in an instant, and every thought you had was predicted before you even spoke it? In this episode, Wayne Hoffman, a master mentalist, takes us behind the curtain to explore the mysterious art of reading minds and influencing thoughts. From his groundbreaking performances to his insights into overcoming fear and embracing rejection, Wayne shares how the ability to control perception has shaped his career and personal growth. He also reveals why embracing the word "no" is key to unlocking greatness in both life and business.  In this episode, Darius and Wayne will discuss: (00:00) Introduction to Wayne Hoffman (03:04) Wayne's Origin Story (05:51) The Journey of a Mentalist (08:57) The Importance of Passion in Show Business (11:47) Overcoming Adversity and Naysayers (15:06) The Power of Collecting No's (17:54) Setting Specific Goals for Success (20:48) The Coin Analogy: Yes and No (24:07) Real-Life Applications of Asking for What You Want (27:00) Pitching a TV Show: The Process (29:49) Conclusion and Key Takeaways (34:03) The Genesis of a New Project (35:01) The Power of Connections (36:25) Networking and Its Importance (39:10) The Art of Mentalism (40:19) Demonstrating Mentalism (45:57) Understanding Mentalism Techniques (52:22) The Future of Mentalism (54:10) Connecting with Wayne Hoffman (56:22) Overcoming the Fear of No Wayne Hoffman is a world-renowned mentalist, award-winning performer, and best-selling author of Mind Candy. Known for his captivating stage shows and keynote speech, The Power and Potential of the Human Mind, Wayne combines mentalism, psychology, and illusions to inspire and entertain audiences globally. His high-energy presentations challenge perceptions and drive personal and professional growth, making him a sought-after speaker and coach for top leaders worldwide. Connect with Wayne: Website: https://waynehoffman.com/ Website: http://conjurorscabinet.com/  Website: http://ilovehoffman.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hoffmanmagic  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waynehoffman/  Connect with Darius: Website: https://therealdarius.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thegreatnessmachine  Book: The Core Value Equation https://www.amazon.com/Core-Value-Equation-Framework-Limitless/dp/1544506708 Write a review for The Greatness Machine using this link: https://ratethispodcast.com/spreadinggreatness.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When we recently learned that Senator Lindsey Graham had died and that Senator Mitch McConnell was having health problems, conspiracy theories flourished online: Maybe Senator Graham had been targeted by the Kremlin; maybe Senator McConnell had died, and his death was being hidden. Why do conspiracy theories spread so quickly in modern culture? We explore that question with our guest:Kyle Green, Ph.D., associate professor in the Department of Sociology at SUNY Brockport and host of the "Give Theory a Chance" podcast---Connections is supported by listeners like you. Head to our donation page to become a WXXI member today, support the show, and help us close the gap created by the rescission of federal funding.---Connections airs every weekday from noon-2 p.m. Join the conversation with questions or comments by phone at 1-844-295-TALK (8255) or 585-263-9994, email, Facebook or Twitter. Connections is also livestreamed on the WXXI News YouTube channel each day. You can watch live or access previous episodes here.---Do you have a story that needs to be shared? Pitch your story to Connections.

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In this episode:The Rundown (:32): David Evans, president of Target Contractors and a member of the NDA Board of Directors, shares an update on current market conditions across the demolition industry. He discusses strong scrap pricing trends, growing federal project opportunities and why owners are increasingly prioritizing safety, regulatory compliance and proven experience over the lowest bid. Evans also reminds members about the Sept. 15 deadlines for NDA Awards and Scholarship applications and highlights OSHA's updated Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) guidance for contractors pursuing or maintaining VPP status.Member Conversation (4:36): Florida Chapter President Karen Soricelli of D.H. Griffin and Secretary/Treasurer Kala Kephart of AlliedBean Demolition share their journeys into the demolition industry and reflect on the mentors, experiences and values that shaped their careers. They discuss the importance of mentorship, attracting the next generation of skilled workers, the opportunities available for women in demolition and why professionalism, integrity and lifelong learning are essential for long-term success. The conversation also explores how involvement in the NDA and local chapters helps members build meaningful relationships, strengthen the industry and support one another beyond competition.

TRUE CRIME Connections: The Zodiac, D.B. Cooper, and the Yuba County Five - In this episode, Steve welcomes author Drew Beeson to discuss his books about D.B. Cooper, the Zodiac Killer, and the Yuba County 5. Find Drew online: https://drewbeesonbooks.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-persons-mysteries--5624803/support.

Most women in uniform will tell you—building community while serving is one of the toughest challenges we face. But what if those small, simple invites—sharing a meal, a prayer, a coffee—are the real keys to transforming loneliness into strength? This episode unleashes powerful stories of courage, vulnerability, and divine timing in military sisterhood.From a West Point freshman's spiritual breakthrough sparked by a simple breakfast invite to a deployed woman's life-changing connection with a Christian sister—these moments prove that community is a divine invitation, not a perfect plan. You'll discover: how to extend authentic invitations even in chaos, how small acts of vulnerability build lasting bonds, and why intentionality with your time creates a rhythm of faith everywhere you go.We break down practical ways to find your people in every season and how to say yes and no with wisdom. These stories highlight the importance of community rooted in Jesus, showing us that even a shared prayer or a cup of coffee can ripple into lifelong faith friendships.If you've ever felt isolated, overwhelmed, or just not sure where you belong, this episode is your bold reminder: God is weaving your story with others. You don't have to do this alone—there's a divine purpose in every connection, every invitation, every moment of vulnerability.Perfect for military women craving authentic community, busy moms seeking deep roots, or anyone needing a fresh perspective on the power of simple acts of faith—hit play now and step into the community God is already creating around you.Why this works: This episode hits an immediate emotional chord with a compelling story of divine invitations, addresses real struggles with vulnerability and community, and offers clear, doable steps to build meaningful relationships. It's authentic, relatable, and invites action—perfect to turn browsers into listeners ready to grow in faith and sisterhood.In this episode:How a simple FCA breakfast changed one woman's spiritual journeyThe importance of small, consistent invitations in building communityCourage needed to extend invitations across seasons of move and changeNavigating the challenges of overcommitment and rejectionPractical ways to find and nurture faith-based relationships wherever you serveHow Paul's missionary journeys inspire our approach to community on the moveThe role of transparency, vulnerability, and prayer in accepting and offering invitationsEncouragement for introverts and extroverts alike to step into spaces where God is workingTimestamps:00:00 – Introduction: Why invitations matter in military community02:15 – Sharing personal stories of meaningful invitations03:36 – How God's biblical invitation has shaped our faith journeys06:46 – Stories of life-changing community moments in deployment08:46 – Small steps that lead to deep relationships12:36 – Challenges in accepting invitations: Overcommitment and vulnerability14:03 – How to wisely choose what to say yes or no to15:57 – Building ongoing community: The power of routine and consistency18:01 – Navigating logistical challenges, especially with family and moves22:48 – Overcoming feelings of not belonging in faith communities27:25 – Practical advice for newcomers and seasoned military women31:17 – Turning everyday moments into faith-sharing opportunities33:35 – Creative ways to build community: Meetups, home groups, and spontaneous gatherings37:52 – The importance of mutual connections and trusting God's network41:23 – Finding community in unique and unexpected places44:43 – Encouragement always to start where you are — God's faithfulness in remembering faces and stories48:08 – The importance of intentionality in building community, even in a busy military schedule55:54 – The ripple effect of one invitation — how building relationships impacts generations58:52 – A prayer for courage, community, and faithfulness in all seasons

On this special bonus audio, Lee Versage and Zach McGibbon compete to determine their mystery topic as decided by host Ben Soubliere. Questions for the show? Make sure to reach out on our social media or send in your question via email at ⁠⁠⁠versagelee@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠. Follow on social media:Twitter: @TIW_AudioFollow Zach on Twitter: @RawIsGibbyInstagram: @TIW_Audio Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/thisiswrestlingaudio Threads: @TIW_Audio

The Long Cycles ConvergeLast week we named three great cycles being activated simultaneously. This week Jupiter weaves through all three in rapid succession — bringing what is large and transpersonal into the realm of the humanly meaningful. Into story, culture, and the conversations where collective transformation actually takes root.This week also carries a transit that deserves its own moment of recognition. On Friday, Neptune in Aries sextiles Pluto in Aquarius, the two slowest moving planets in flowing alignment, directly activating their own great cycle seeded in the lates 1890s.And the Sun follows. Mercury stations direct. Saturn stations retrograde. A rare threshold is reaching its crescendo.Key Cycles This Week:Monday, July 20: Jupiter in Leo opposes Pluto in Aquarius and trines Neptune in Aries. Jupiter opens the week with two major contacts holding the essential tension of this entire threshold period. The opposition to Pluto, the Expander meeting the Transformer, activates the unfinished Uranus-Pluto Virgo revolution from the mid 1960's around power, identity, and who gets to flourish. Where does the desire to be fully seen meet the power structures that have historically demanded containment?On the same day Jupiter trines Neptune in Aries, activating the Uranus-Neptune Capricorn cycle from the early 1990's, the dissolution of old structures of authority and meaning. Flow rather than rupture. The invitation to imagine what might replace what is dissolving. Hold both transits together. The confrontation with power and the opening of new vision are the same threshold approached from two directions.Tuesday, July 21: Jupiter in Leo sextiles Uranus in Gemini. Jupiter completes its rapid weaving through all three long cycles. This sextile activates the Neptune-Pluto Gemini cycle from the late 1890's, the revolution in mind, communication, and shared reality. New ideas finding unexpected audiences. Connections forming between people and communities that would not ordinarily find each other. In two days Jupiter has touched all three great cycles, bringing each into the realm of collective story and shared meaning.Wednesday, July 22: Sun enters Leo. Leo season begins in a field already charged by everything building around it. The Sun in Leo asks what is genuinely alive in you that wants to be expressed — not performed, not managed, but genuinely offered from the place that knows its own worth. In a collective moment asking so much endurance, Leo season is not a distraction. It is a necessary counterweight.Thursday, July 23: Sun in Leo squares Chiron in Taurus. Mercury stations direct at 16 degrees Cancer. The desire to shine meets the wound of unworthiness in its most embodied form. Where does the body carry the memory of having been seen and found lacking? Let what is tender be visible to yourself at least. That is enough for today.At the same time Mercury stations direct, completing three weeks of retrograde review in the realm of feeling and belonging. What the interior work of these weeks revealed, the emotional truth that found language, the unfinished conversation revisited, is now ready to move forward. Trust what you know now. It is ready to be spoken.Friday, July 24: Neptune in Aries sextiles Pluto in Aquarius.Before Saturn and the Sun's confrontation with Pluto, something quieter and more vast deserves naming. The two slowest moving planets, the Imaginal Field and the Transformer, in flowing alignment. This is the great Neptune-Pluto cycle speaking to itself across time, the revolution in mind and shared reality seeded in the late 1890s now activated through a harmonious aspect between the two planets themselves. In the background of everything else moving through this week, this is a quiet and profound current. What is the imagination of humanity reaching toward beneath the noise and the breakdown? What is being dissolved so that something genuinely new can find its form? These are questions that do not resolve in a day. But they are worth sitting with as the longest arc of the three great cycles makes itself briefly, quietly known.Sunday, July 26: Saturn stations retrograde at 15 degrees Aries. Sun in Leo opposes Pluto in Aquarius. Saturn turning inward begins months of honest interior review. What structures in your life are genuinely serving who you are becoming? On the same day the Sun opposes Pluto, the Conscious Self meeting the Transformer directly. Where are you being asked to step into genuine visibility in the face of systems that have historically demanded your containment? Sun opposing Pluto makes that question undeniable. Sometimes the undeniable question is the most useful gift.Looking Ahead  to Next WeekMonday, July 27 the Lunar Nodes change signs. The North Node enters Leo, the South Node enters Aquarius — an eighteen-month shift asking the collective to develop toward genuine creative expression and the courage to offer individual gifts in service of the whole.Wednesday, July 29 brings a Full Moon at 6 degrees of Aquarius conjunct Pluto, opposing Jupiter in Leo, and activating all three long cycles simultaneously. The Sun and Moon in direct contact with Pluto while touching Neptune in Aries and Uranus in Gemini. This is the culmination of everything this arc has been building toward. Its own fuller story is coming in next's week podcast.Reflection QuestionsAs Jupiter weaves through all three long cycles, which thread feels most urgently alive in your own life and community right now?Where does the Sun squaring Chiron illuminate a wound around visibility or worthiness, and what would it mean to let that be seen rather than managed around?As Mercury stations direct and Saturn stations retrograde on the same day, what emotional truth is ready to be spoken, and what inner structure is ready to be honestly assessed?You are being prepared for something. Stay present to the preparation.Podcast poem: Working Together by David WhyteIf what we have been exploring these past two weeks is resonating — the long cycles, the thresholds of becoming, the invitation to shed what is false and remember what is genuinely true in you — I want to offer something that meets exactly that territory.The Inner Alchemist's Path is a private podcast journey through seven thresholds of transformation. Ten beautifully crafted episodes, each five to eight minutes, guiding you through the mythic spiral of genuine inner alchemy. If you are standing at a threshold right now, if something is dissolving and something new is quietly stirring, this was made for that moment.You can find it at my website ontheedgesofchange.com on the Home page under "What's Open Now."Support the showGo to Sheila's website for information for transformational resources: https://www.ontheedgesofchange.comThis episode was co-created with generative AI, engaged as a soul-aligned ally in service of transformation. At the edge where technology meets myth, I choose insight over noise, and alchemy over automation. Thank you for dreaming the future with me.

Thirty years later, we can still hear it: the roar of Atlanta's 1996 Summer Olympics, the crowd noise bouncing off concrete, and the way the city felt like the center of the world. We kick things off with the fun parts people love to remember, from landing tickets the old-school way to watching basketball in the Georgia Dome and soaking up the larger-than-life spectacle of the Centennial Olympic Games.Then we go behind the curtain. Jimmy shares what it was like working on Olympic-related audio and video production at a local studio, including a high-pressure edit of Mickey Hart's opening ceremony drum track that quietly shaped what millions saw on TV. We also talk about Muhammad Ali lighting the torch, John Williams' Olympic music, and why these moments hit so hard when you know the work and the stakes behind them.The heart of the conversation is personal and heavy: walking out of Centennial Olympic Park and hearing the 1:20 a.m. explosion that became the Olympic Park bombing. I tell my remembrance of the night, what we learned afterward, and why Richard Jewell's treatment in the media still feels like a warning label on modern headlines.We wrap with the show's signature blend of culture and music history: a jaw-dropping Empire State Building stunt documentary, a few sports oddities, plus rock talk on the Rolling Stones' new album Foreign Tongues. They can still bring it 63 years after their first single release.Learn Something New orRemember Something OldPlease like and follow the Music in My Shoes Facebook and Instagram pagesReach out to us at musicinmyshoes@gmail.comSend us a one-way message. We can't answer you back directly, but it could be part of a future Music In My Shoes Mailbag!!!

Fluent Fiction - Serbian: Crafting Connections: The Power of a Thoughtful Gift Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sr/episode/2026-07-19-07-38-19-sr Story Transcript:Sr: Узнемиреност је владала у канцеларији.En: There was a sense of unrest in the office.Sr: Свуда су беле завесе сјајиле на сунцу које је продирало кроз велике стаклене прозоре.En: White curtains shimmered everywhere in the sun that was streaming through the large glass windows.Sr: Милоš је седео за својим столом, смишљајући нови начин како да подигне морал свог тима.En: Miloš was sitting at his desk, devising a new way to boost his team's morale.Sr: Његов шеф Никола био је захтеван, бројао је сваки успех или неуспех.En: His boss Nikola was demanding, counting every success or failure.Sr: Али ту је била Светлана, увек спремна да додатно размисли и пронађе решење када је свима било тешко.En: But then there was Svetlana, always ready to think further and find a solution when things got tough for everyone.Sr: Милоš је желео да јој захвали.En: Miloš wanted to thank her.Sr: Њен рођендан био је савршена прилика.En: Her birthday was the perfect opportunity.Sr: Али, није било лако.En: But, it wasn't easy.Sr: Велика жута зрелост сунца означавала је лето по граду.En: The great yellow ripe sun marked summer over the city.Sr: Милоš се упутио у тржни центар, али је затекао истински хаос.En: Miloš headed to the mall, but encountered true chaos.Sr: Свуда су биле гужве.En: Crowds were everywhere.Sr: Људи су се разгледали и куповали све што је било на распродаји.En: People were browsing and buying everything that was on sale.Sr: Готово одмах је схватио да неће пронаћи ништа посебно за Светлану међу генеричким стварима које су се тискале на полицама.En: He quickly realized that he wouldn't find anything special for Svetlana among the generic things crammed on the shelves.Sr: Почео је да се осећа обесхрабрено, али није одустајао.En: He began to feel discouraged, but he didn't give up.Sr: Прошао је крај малог киоска с рукотворинама.En: He passed by a small crafts kiosk.Sr: Неко би рекао да је то била само случајност, али за њега је то било инспиративно.En: Some might have said it was just a coincidence, but for him, it was inspiring.Sr: Видео је јединствен комад накита, неке дивне наушнице које су изгледале као да су направљене баш за Светлану.En: He saw a unique piece of jewelry, some wonderful earrings that seemed made just for Svetlana.Sr: Оно што је било јасно Милоšу је да нису биле само лепе — биле су пуне маште и труда, баш као Светлана.En: What was clear to Miloš was that they weren't just beautiful— they were full of imagination and effort, just like Svetlana.Sr: Вратио се у канцеларију са осећајем задовољства.En: He returned to the office feeling satisfied.Sr: Следећег јутра, пре него што су почели састанци, предао је поклон Светлани.En: The next morning, before the meetings started, he gave the gift to Svetlana.Sr: "Желео бих да знаš колико ми твоја подршка значи," рекао је с осмехом.En: "I wanted you to know how much your support means to me," he said with a smile.Sr: Светлана је блистала.En: Svetlana was glowing.Sr: Наушнице су савршено истицале њен стил, а срце јој је било испуњено захвалношћу.En: The earrings perfectly highlighted her style, and her heart was full of gratitude.Sr: Препознала је труд и бригу коју је Милоš уложио у тај мали поклон.En: She recognized the effort and care that Miloš put into that small gift.Sr: Милоš је научио важну лекцију.En: Miloš learned an important lesson.Sr: Није битно колико ће новца потрошити; више је важно да је поклон личан и да говори о истинској захвалности.En: It doesn't matter how much money you spend; what matters more is that the gift is personal and speaks of genuine gratitude.Sr: Пријатељство између њих двајe је ојачало.En: The friendship between the two of them strengthened.Sr: Упркос притисцима бројки, знао је да је подршка и разумевање најдрагоценији ресурс.En: Despite the pressures of numbers, he knew that support and understanding were the most precious resources.Sr: Можда је баш то прва ствар коју ће споменути у следећем разговору с Николом.En: Perhaps that's exactly the first thing he would mention in the next conversation with Nikola. Vocabulary Words:unrest: узнемиреностshimmered: сјајилеdevise: смишљатиboost: подигнутиdemanding: захтеванsolution: решењеmorale: моралrife: зрелостchaos: хаосdiscouraged: обесхрабреноcrafts: рукотворинаcoincidence: случајностinspiring: инспиративноjewelry: накитimagination: маштаgratitude: захвалностgenuine: истинскаeffort: трудpersonal: личанacknowledge: препознатиsatisfied: задовољствоhighlighted: истицатиunderstanding: разумевањеresource: ресурсrecognize: препознатиfriendship: пријатељствоpressures: притисциsupport: подршкаopportunity: приликаbrowse: разгледати

Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: Harvesting Connections: City Life Meets Rural Rhythms Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2026-07-18-22-34-02-hu Story Transcript:Hu: A nap sárgás fényáradatban sütötte a vidéki epermezőt.En: The sun shone down on the country strawberry field in a yellowish flood of light.Hu: Egy kis dombon állt a tanya, amely odalent tekintett a hatalmas epersorokra.En: On a small hill stood the farmhouse, gazing down at the vast rows of strawberries.Hu: Az idilli tájat végtelen zöld dombok fogták közre, meleg és nyugodt volt mindenütt.En: The idyllic landscape was enclosed by endless green hills, warm and calm all around.Hu: Zoltán, a városi író, inspirációt keresett.En: Zoltán, the city writer, was searching for inspiration.Hu: Azt remélte, hogy a természet egyszerűsége segít majd alkotói válságán.En: He hoped that the simplicity of nature might help with his creative block.Hu: Eszter, aki mindig is szeretett volna többet megtudni a fenntartható gazdálkodásról, szintén ott töltötte a nyarat.En: Eszter, who had always wanted to learn more about sustainable farming, was also spending the summer there.Hu: Nem ismerték egymást korábban, de a farm munkával és lehetőségekkel teli volt, és lassan összehozta őket.En: They hadn't known each other before, but the farm was full of work and opportunities, slowly bringing them together.Hu: Reggelente együtt szedték az epret, izzadva a nyári melegben.En: In the mornings, they picked strawberries together, sweating in the summer heat.Hu: Zoltán eleinte küszködött.En: Zoltán struggled at first.Hu: A kényelmes városi életet megszokva, a föld művelése különösen nehéz volt számára.En: Used to the comfortable city life, working the land was particularly difficult for him.Hu: Az ásó és a kapálás monoton ritmusa azonban lassan megnyugtatóvá vált, mintha a természet ritmusa csendesen beszélgetett volna vele.En: However, the monotonous rhythm of digging and hoeing slowly became soothing, as if the rhythm of nature was quietly conversing with him.Hu: Eszter számára a falusi élet elsőre ijesztőnek tűnt.En: For Eszter, rural life initially seemed daunting.Hu: A természet szépsége lenyűgözte, de a munka intenzitása új kihívások elé állította.En: She was captivated by the beauty of nature, but the intensity of the work presented new challenges.Hu: Ám ahogy telt az idő, megértette, hogy a föld közelsége és az epermező csendje újfajta tiszteletet és erőt adhat számára.En: Yet as time passed, she realized that the closeness to the land and the silence of the strawberry field could offer her a new kind of respect and strength.Hu: Ahogy a napok múltak, Zoltán elhatározta, hogy rendszeres szüneteket tart a munkában.En: As the days went by, Zoltán decided to take regular breaks from work.Hu: Kicsit sétálva merült el a természetben, eközben pedig jegyzetfüzetébe írta le benyomásait.En: He would take short walks, immersing himself in nature, and jotting down his impressions in a notebook.Hu: Eszter, látva kitartását és érdeklődését, úgy döntött, hogy meghosszabbítja önkéntességét a tanyán, hogy jobban megértse a vidéki élet árnyalatait.En: Seeing his perseverance and curiosity, Eszter decided to extend her volunteering at the farm to better understand the nuances of rural life.Hu: Egy péntek délutáni vihar nyomán az ég hirtelen elsötétült, és a szél vadul söpört végig a mezőn.En: Following a Friday afternoon storm, the sky suddenly darkened, and the wind swept wildly across the field.Hu: Zoltán és Eszter együtt futottak ki, hogy megvédjék a termést az esőtől.En: Zoltán and Eszter ran out together to protect the crops from the rain.Hu: Miközben védelmet kerestek a növényeknek, felfedezték, mennyire különböző erősségeik mennyire kiegészítik egymást.En: While seeking refuge for the plants, they discovered how their different strengths complemented each other.Hu: Együtt hatékonyan dolgoztak, megőrizve a farm termését.En: Together, they worked effectively, preserving the farm's harvest.Hu: A vihar után tiszta lett az ég.En: After the storm, the sky cleared.Hu: Zoltán úgy érezte, hogy a mezőn átélt kaland és Eszter megingathatatlan elkötelezettsége új erőt adott neki.En: Zoltán felt that the adventure experienced in the field and Eszter's unwavering dedication had given him new energy.Hu: Elkezdett írni, most már inspiráltan és céltudatosan.En: He began to write, now inspired and purposeful.Hu: Eszter pedig eldöntötte, hogy az agrár-fenntarthatósággal szeretne foglalkozni a jövőben.En: Eszter decided she wanted to pursue agricultural sustainability in the future.Hu: Ahogy a nyár végéhez közeledett, mindketten úgy érezték, hogy valami új és értékes dolgot találtak egymásban és önmagukban.En: As summer drew to a close, they both felt they had found something new and valuable in each other and within themselves.Hu: Megállapodtak abban, hogy továbbra is találkozni fognak, hiszen a mezőn szerzett emlékek és közös tapasztalataik összekötötték őket.En: They agreed to keep meeting because the memories and shared experiences from the field had bonded them.Hu: És így Zoltán és Eszter útjaik különösen indultak el egy új, közös úton, az epermező közepén, ahol az inspiráció, a kihívás és a szeretet találkoztak.En: And so, Zoltán and Eszter embarked on a new joint journey, where inspiration, challenge, and love converged in the middle of the strawberry field. Vocabulary Words:idyllic: idilligazing: tekintettinspiration: inspirációsimplicity: egyszerűségesustainable: fenntarthatómonotonous: monotonrhythm: ritmusaconversing: beszélgetettdaunting: ijesztőnekcaptivated: lenyűgözteintensity: intenzitásachallenges: kihívásokperseverance: kitartásátcuriosity: érdeklődésétnuances: árnyalataitstorm: viharrefuge: védelmetcomplemented: kiegészítikharvest: terméstcleared: tisztaunwavering: megingathatatlandedication: elkötelezettségepurposeful: céltudatosanadventure: kalandbonded: összekötöttconverged: találkoztakvast: hatalmasendless: végtelenoverwhelmed: küszködöttimmersing: merült

"The Settlement Cook Book" was published in 1901 and quickly became a kind of guidebook for Jews who had come to America. In her new book, "Recipes for the Melting Pot: The Lives of The Settlement Cook Book," author Nora Rubel delivers a story of immigration, culture, and assimilation — all themes deeply relevant today. She tells stories of food, noting that foods tied to Jewish culture (bagels, pickles) were not necessarily Jewish foods in other parts of the world. We discuss the lessons that come from a cookbook that is now 125 years old. In studio:Nora L. Rubel, Ph.D., author of "Recipes for the Melting Pot: The Lives of The Settlement Cook Book," and Elizabeth Denio Professor in the Department of Religion and Classics at the University of Rochester---Connections is supported by listeners like you. Head to our donation page to become a WXXI member today, support the show, and help us close the gap created by the rescission of federal funding.---Connections airs every weekday from noon-2 p.m. Join the conversation with questions or comments by phone at 1-844-295-TALK (8255) or 585-263-9994, email, Facebook or Twitter. Connections is also livestreamed on the WXXI News YouTube channel each day. You can watch live or access previous episodes here.---Do you have a story that needs to be shared? Pitch your story to Connections.

The final frontier meets a fresh box of cards. Recorded live from the HeroesCon 2026 floor, Jamie Ray is joined by his best bud Kirk (yes, really) to crack open a box of Star Trek Connections from Rittenhouse Archives 2026 and see what the pack gods deliver. Autographs, inserts, chase cards, and the occasional groan of a triple — it's all here. Two fans, one box, and a whole lot of "oh come ON" and "no WAY." Less a countdown this time and more a celebration of the hunt, because half the fun of collecting is who's sitting next to you when you pull the good stuff.These might not be the rarest, they might not be the most valuable — but they're the ones WE pulled. Boldly going, one pack at a time.#FaveFiveFromFans #FFFF #StarTrek #StarTrekConnections #RittenhouseArchives #TradingCards #CardUnboxing #HeroesCon #HeroesCon2026 #TrekCollectibles #StarTrekCards #BoxBreak #PlasticMicrophoneStudios #Trekkie #CollectorLife #NerdPodcast #startrek #scifi #trekkie #startrektos #spock #startrektng #startrekdiscovery #startrekvoyager #startrekthenextgeneration #starfleet #startrekfan #startrekpicard #startrekenterprise #starwars #captainkirk #startrekds #enterprise #startrekdeepspacenine #space #startrektheoriginalseries #picard #williamshatner #sciencefiction #startrekkers #startrekmemes #trekker #cosplay #leonardnimoy #livelongandprosper #startrekcosplay

Episode 99: Dutch Yoda - Gen Con vs Spiel - Top 5 BGG Gen Con Preview List 2026 - World Cup and the Beach BoysMy friend, Dutch Yoda, joins us all the way from around the globe to talk about the differences and similarities between the 2 biggest board game conventions in the world, Gen Con and Spiel. Then we had a hard time picking our Top 5 games from the BGG Gen Con Preview list for 2026. We then talked about how the World Cup and the Beach Boys brought a little joy in our lives. I hope you can stop by one of his streams and chat with him directly especially about coffee and crowdfunding.00:00 Intro00:51 Get to know Dutch Yoda02:24 How you became Dutch Yoda03:17 Start in the hobby05:43 Exploring Gen Con vs. Spiel14:54 Food Culture at Conventions18:02 Media Events: A Contrast Between Gen Con and Spiel26:01 Flea Markets: A Unique Experience28:16 Travel Logistics and Airport Experiences31:09 Availability of Games Post-Conventions42:57 Community and Connections at Conventions47:01 Top Five Games from BGG Gen Con 2026 Preview List47:54 Horrified: Dungeons & Dragons - Ravenloft49:48 Entropy55:45 Sniper Elite: Expansions (Escalation & Operation Kraken)57:46 Wondrous Creatures: Winterfall ExpansionOmaha Gaming Convention01:00:55 Frosted Blooms (A Dutch Connection)01:04:51 Fliptoons Season 201:09:34 Wingspan Pocket01:12:03 Three Sisters: Harvest Edition01:16:35 Endangered: Australia (Expansion)Endangered: Giant Panda scenario01:22:33 Mountain Goats: LegacyLegacy of YuTiny Mountain Goats01:26:51 Honorable Mentions01:27:35 Rascally Rabbits01:30:17 Jason and the ArgonautsHercules and the 12 Labors01:32:33 Whisperwood01:36:15 Perennial01:38:09 Electrify01:42:09 Moments of Positivity01:49:38 Please follow Dutch Yoda  on the web!Twitch @DutchYodaYoutube, Instagram, and Bluesky @DutchYodaPlays 01:51:58 OutroPlease note: this episode was pre-recorded so that it could be edited on time. Therefore, there might be a few games that were posted on the BGG Preview list after this episode was recorded.(Please note that these time stamps might not be accurate due to the use of dynamic ads.)We hope you will come join us for fun games with all the fun people at BGG.CON 2026. https://boardgamegeek.com/bggcon or https://tabletop.events/conventions/bgg.con-2026Web: https://boardgamegeek.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@boardgamegeekTwitter: https://twitter.com/BoardGameGeekEmail: podcast@boardgamegeek.com

A good chunk of Supergirl’s DNA can be traced back to True Grit by way of the comics miniseries the film is adapting, which is why we paired it with Joel and Ethan Coen’s 2010 version of that story. But as our discussion of Craig Gillespie’s new entry in James Gunn’s revamped DC Universe details, Supergirl often feels less indebted to its space-western source material than to several other superhero films that preceded it, including some of Gunn’s. That makes it tough to balance a film we all consider okay-at-best against a stone-cold Coens classic, but we attempt to anyway in Connections as we consider these two films’ shared interest in vengeance, western tropes, and really, really bad guys with murky motivations. Then in Your Next Picture Show, we honorTrue Grit’s star-making performance with a recommendation for another Hailee Steinfeld film that’s a favorite of this podcast, The Edge of Seventeen. Please share your thoughts about True Grit, Supergirl, or anything else in the world of film, by sending an email or voice memo to comments@nextpictureshow.net, or leaving a short voicemail at (773) 234-9730. Next Pairing: Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey and The Coen Brothers’ (yes, again) O Brother, Where Art Thou? This episode is presented by⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Regal Unlimited⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, the all-you-can-watch movie subscription pass that pays for itself in just two visits. Use code NEXTPIC26 for 15% off.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We continue our series of conversations about the New York State budget with Assemblymember Andrea Bailey. She joins us in the studio to discuss the size of the budget, the process that led to the latest budget in two decades, and more. You can join the discussion and ask her your questions about state business. Our guest:Assemblymember Andrea Bailey, District 133---Connections is supported by listeners like you. Head to our donation page to become a WXXI member today, support the show, and help us close the gap created by the rescission of federal funding.---Connections airs every weekday from noon-2 p.m. Join the conversation with questions or comments by phone at 1-844-295-TALK (8255) or 585-263-9994, email, Facebook or Twitter. Connections is also livestreamed on the WXXI News YouTube channel each day. You can watch live or access previous episodes here.---Do you have a story that needs to be shared? Pitch your story to Connections.

Bleav Host Robert Land asks Notre Dame Insider Austin Hough (who covers the Irish for the South Bend Tribune) what Astros fans can expect from 1st RD Pitcher Jack Radel. Then Robert asks Florida State Insider Brett Nevitt (Sunday Golds Podcast Host) what we can expect from 2nd RD Pick Wes Mendes. Today's Show is Presented by FanDuel! (00:30) Notre Dame to Astros Pipeline? (1:08) What Makes Jack Radel Special? (2:53) Why did he improve this season? (4:11) Any Weakness? (5:27) World Series experience! (6:17) Earlier Pick than expected? (7:19) Who does he model game after? (8:06) Final Thoughts? (10:46) Did Mendes play with Cam Smith at FSU? (11:18) Connections to McCullers & Texans new LB Woodaz? (12:54) What makes Mendes special? (14:58) Why did he breakout this season? (16:06) Any Scouting Concerns? (17:35) Intelligence & Maturity? (18:46) Final Thoughts? Subscribe ️- Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X ️- https://x.com/HSTPodcast Facebook ️ - https://www.facebook.com/HoustonSportsTalkPod Classic Houston Memories & History Playlist ️- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6kjM8cv81ruXBBvH-vfCxXPO0npG_OS Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Heart-Centered Connections: Seven Essential Skills for Helping Neurodiverse and Marginalized Children Thrive is a transformative guide for working with a child who is left out, left behind, or labeled “difficult.” Dr. Niki Elliott teaches the best practices to support kids who are misunderstood and marginalized—those who are neurodivergent, have a learning disability, or are trauma survivors. In this practical book, Dr. Elliott brings clear guidance and a hopeful message: when safety, compassion, and trust come first, real learning can begin. Heart-Centered Connections shows you how to create that foundation. Based on decades of her groundbreaking research, Dr. Elliott offers seven pillars that will help you create environments where kids can achieve their full potential. You will learn how to: increase your ability to handle stress so you remain composed when a child acts out; establish stronger bonds, even with kids who initially seem defiant; teach in a way that creates joy and confidence; design neuro-inclusive environments in which youth of all abilities can flourish; view the child from a new perspective, offering them choice and dignity; and help the child settle their nervous system state so they can focus and learn. Guest: Dr. Niki Elliott is a clinical professor and director of the Center for Embodied Equity and Neurodiversity at the University of San Diego SOLES, where she leads research, professional certificates, and statewide initiatives that transform K–16 learning environments through trauma-informed, neuro-inclusive design. A veteran educator of more than 30 years, Dr. Niki is known for translating complex neuroscience into powerful, accessible practices that strengthen belonging, emotional safety, and academic engagement for neurodiverse learners. Host: Our host is: Dr. Christina Gessler, who is an academic writing coach and editor. She is the producer and show host of the Academic Life podcast. Playlist for Listeners: Teaching with Positive Psychology Skills How To Organize Inclusive Events How We Show Up The Power of Play in Higher Education The Burnout Workbook Empathy Takes Action Belonging A Pedagogy of Kindness How Can Mindfulness Help Meditation You Have More Influence Than You Think Welcome to Academic Life, the podcast for your academic journey—and beyond! Please join us again to learn from more experts inside and outside the academy, and around the world. Missed any of the 300+ Academic Life episodes? Find them here. And thank you for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Healing Connections: Humanity's Hope in a Field Hospital Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2026-07-16-07-38-20-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De zon scheen fel op het veldhospitaal, een verzameling van witte tenten die stonden te glimlachen in het zomerse licht.En: The sun shone brightly on the field hospital, a collection of witte tenten that seemed to smile in the summer light.Nl: In de verte kon je de resten van het dorpsfestival zien; kleurrijke vlaggen en verlaten eetkraampjes die verkrampt in de wind zwaaiden.En: In the distance, you could see the remnants of the village festival; colorful flags and abandoned food stalls waving stiffly in the wind.Nl: Het was een dag van vreugde geweest, totdat ongeluk ingreep.En: It had been a day of joy until misfortune intervened.Nl: Binnen in de tent was het druk.En: Inside the tent, it was busy.Nl: Het rook naar ontsmettingsmiddel en zweet.En: It smelled of disinfectant and sweat.Nl: Vrijwilliger Bram rende van de ene naar de andere patiënt met een toewijding die zijn persoonlijke verlies verried.En: Volunteer Bram ran from one patient to another with a dedication that betrayed his personal loss.Nl: Hij had ooit iemand verloren die hij liefhad, en elke wonden die hij verzorgde, was een stap dichter bij verlossing.En: He had once lost someone he loved, and every wound he tended was a step closer to redemption.Nl: Jasmijn zat stil op een van de veldbedjes.En: Jasmijn sat quietly on one of the camp beds.Nl: Ze klemde haar hand om haar voet, waarin een scherpe pijn scheutelde vanwege een misstap.En: She clutched her foot, where a sharp pain throbbed due to a misstep.Nl: Ze was nieuw in het dorp en voelde zich verloren tussen de onbekende gezichten.En: She was new in the village and felt lost among the unfamiliar faces.Nl: Haar praktische aard gaf haar gewoonlijk rust, maar nu worstelde ze met een diepere angst: de angst om gezien te worden en kwetsbaar te zijn.En: Her practical nature usually gave her peace, but now she struggled with a deeper fear: the fear of being seen and being vulnerable.Nl: Bram stopte even, zijn ogen scanden de tent.En: Bram paused for a moment, his eyes scanning the tent.Nl: Hij zag Jasmijn, haar terughoudende houding, en voelde dat er meer was dan alleen haar fysieke pijn.En: He saw Jasmijn, her reserved posture, and sensed there was more than just her physical pain.Nl: In zijn hoofd speelde de strijd: strikt volgens protocol handelen of het gevoel volgen dat hem naar haar dreef.En: In his mind, the struggle raged: to strictly adhere to protocol or to follow the feeling that drew him to her.Nl: "Kan ik je helpen?"En: "Can I help you?"Nl: vroeg hij, voorzichtig.En: he asked, cautiously.Nl: Zijn donkere ogen ontmoetten de hare, en hij zag de twijfel die onder het oppervlak borrelde.En: His dark eyes met hers, and he saw the doubt simmering beneath the surface.Nl: Jasmijn aarzelde, keek naar de andere patiënten.En: Jasmijn hesitated, looked at the other patients.Nl: "Het is maar een kleine verwonding," zei ze zacht.En: "It's just a small injury," she said softly.Nl: "Je hebt het vast druk."En: "You must be busy."Nl: Bram knikte, maar ging naast haar zitten.En: Bram nodded but sat down next to her.Nl: "Je mag best zeggen hoe je je voelt," moedigde hij haar aan.En: "You can say how you feel," he encouraged her.Nl: Zijn stem was kalm en oprecht.En: His voice was calm and sincere.Nl: Langzaam begon Jasmijn te praten.En: Slowly, Jasmijn began to talk.Nl: Niet over haar voet, maar over haar eenzaamheid, haar zorgen om zich nergens thuis te voelen.En: Not about her foot, but about her loneliness, her worries about not feeling at home anywhere.Nl: Met elke zin verzachtte de muur die ze om zich heen had gebouwd.En: With each sentence, the wall she had built around herself softened.Nl: Bram luisterde aandachtig, met een begrip dat verder ging dan zijn rol als verpleegkundige.En: Bram listened attentively, with an understanding that went beyond his role as a nurse.Nl: Toen ze klaar was, voelde Jasmijn zich opgelucht, alsof een last van haar schouders was gevallen.En: When she was finished, Jasmijn felt relieved, as if a burden had been lifted from her shoulders.Nl: Ze glimlachte voor het eerst sinds ze hier was aangekomen.En: She smiled for the first time since she arrived.Nl: "Dank je," fluisterde ze, niet alleen voor de fysieke hulp, maar voor de verbinding die onverwacht was ontstaan.En: "Thank you," she whispered, not just for the physical help, but for the unexpected connection that had formed.Nl: Het was een drukke dag, maar toen de zon begon te dalen, voelde Bram meer vrede.En: It was a busy day, but when the sun began to set, Bram felt more at peace.Nl: Hij had iets belangrijks ontdekt: zorgen voor mensen was niet alleen een kwestie van protocol, maar ook van aanwezig zijn en echt luisteren.En: He had discovered something important: caring for people was not just a matter of protocol, but also of being present and truly listening.Nl: En Jasmijn?En: And Jasmijn?Nl: Zij had haar eerste stap gezet naar een nieuwe verbinding met de gemeenschap, sterker geworden door de moed om haar kwetsbaarheid te delen.En: She had taken her first step toward a new connection with the community, strengthened by the courage to share her vulnerability.Nl: Het dorp dat zo groot en vreemd leek, voelde nu iets meer als thuis.En: The village, which had seemed so large and strange, now felt a little more like home.Nl: Met de geluiden van het veldhospitaal vervaagend, vertrokken ze met een gedeeld begrip van wat het betekent om echt menselijk te zijn.En: With the sounds of the field hospital fading, they left with a shared understanding of what it means to be truly human.Nl: Bram en Jasmijn hadden een band gevormd die verder ging dan genezing.En: Bram and Jasmijn had formed a bond that went beyond healing.Nl: Een band van vertrouwen en hoop in de warmte van die zomeravond.En: A bond of trust and hope in the warmth of that summer evening. Vocabulary Words:brightly: felcollection: verzamelingremnants: restenmisfortune: ongelukintervened: ingreepdisinfectant: ontsmettingsmiddeldedication: toewijdingbetrayed: verriedredemption: verlossingclutched: klemdethrobbed: scheuteldeunfamiliar: onbekendereserved: terughoudendeprotocol: protocolcautiously: voorzichtigsimmering: borreldeinjury: verwondingsincere: oprechtloneliness: eenzaamheidburden: lastunderstanding: begripattentively: aandachtigbond: bandtrust: vertrouwenvulnerability: kwetsbaarheidunfamiliar: onbekendconnection: verbindingcompassion: medelevencontemplation: beschouwingrevelation: openbaring

Heart-Centered Connections: Seven Essential Skills for Helping Neurodiverse and Marginalized Children Thrive is a transformative guide for working with a child who is left out, left behind, or labeled “difficult.” Dr. Niki Elliott teaches the best practices to support kids who are misunderstood and marginalized—those who are neurodivergent, have a learning disability, or are trauma survivors. In this practical book, Dr. Elliott brings clear guidance and a hopeful message: when safety, compassion, and trust come first, real learning can begin. Heart-Centered Connections shows you how to create that foundation. Based on decades of her groundbreaking research, Dr. Elliott offers seven pillars that will help you create environments where kids can achieve their full potential. You will learn how to: increase your ability to handle stress so you remain composed when a child acts out; establish stronger bonds, even with kids who initially seem defiant; teach in a way that creates joy and confidence; design neuro-inclusive environments in which youth of all abilities can flourish; view the child from a new perspective, offering them choice and dignity; and help the child settle their nervous system state so they can focus and learn. Guest: Dr. Niki Elliott is a clinical professor and director of the Center for Embodied Equity and Neurodiversity at the University of San Diego SOLES, where she leads research, professional certificates, and statewide initiatives that transform K–16 learning environments through trauma-informed, neuro-inclusive design. A veteran educator of more than 30 years, Dr. Niki is known for translating complex neuroscience into powerful, accessible practices that strengthen belonging, emotional safety, and academic engagement for neurodiverse learners. Host: Our host is: Dr. Christina Gessler, who is an academic writing coach and editor. She is the producer and show host of the Academic Life podcast. Playlist for Listeners: Teaching with Positive Psychology Skills How To Organize Inclusive Events How We Show Up The Power of Play in Higher Education The Burnout Workbook Empathy Takes Action Belonging A Pedagogy of Kindness How Can Mindfulness Help Meditation You Have More Influence Than You Think Welcome to Academic Life, the podcast for your academic journey—and beyond! Please join us again to learn from more experts inside and outside the academy, and around the world. Missed any of the 300+ Academic Life episodes? Find them here. And thank you for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/academic-life

Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Healing Hearts: Unexpected Connections in a Field Hospital Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2026-07-16-22-34-02-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Mitt i sommaren, när solens strålar kastar långa skuggor över sjukvårdstältet, går Elin mellan raderna av sängar.En: In the middle of summer, when the sun's rays cast long shadows over the medical tent, Elin walks between the rows of beds.Sv: Fältsjukhuset är fullt av ljud; maskiner som piper, fotsteg som ekar och mjuka röster från vårdpersonal som arbetar idogt.En: The field hospital is full of sounds; machines beeping, footsteps echoing, and soft voices from medical staff working diligently.Sv: Elin är en sjuksköterska.En: Elin is a nurse.Sv: Hon är vänlig och stark, men också trött efter många långa arbetspass.En: She is kind and strong, but also tired after many long shifts.Sv: Trots detta fortsätter hon med sitt viktiga arbete, driven av en önskan att hjälpa sina patienter.En: Despite this, she continues with her important work, driven by a desire to help her patients.Sv: En dag kommer Jakob till sjukhuset.En: One day, Jakob comes to the hospital.Sv: Han är en av de många besökarna, men hans ansikte är bekant.En: He is one of the many visitors, but his face is familiar.Sv: Han är en god vän till Sara, en ung kvinna som vårdas efter en olycka.En: He is a good friend of Sara, a young woman who is being treated after an accident.Sv: Jakob försöker vara vid hennes sida så mycket som möjligt, men balanserar även sitt jobb och ansvaret där.En: Jakob tries to be by her side as much as possible, but he also balances his job and responsibilities there.Sv: Han känner sig ofta otillräcklig och stressad.En: He often feels inadequate and stressed.Sv: Elin märker Jakob när han kommer och frågar hur han mår.En: Elin notices Jakob when he arrives and asks how he is doing.Sv: Hon ser bekymret i hans ögon.En: She sees the concern in his eyes.Sv: Hon har lagt märke till hur han oförtrutet stöttar Sara, och hon känner en dragning att hjälpa honom.En: She has noticed how he tirelessly supports Sara, and she feels a pull to help him.Sv: Men hennes hektiska schema och känslomässiga trötthet har alltid hindrat henne från att öppna sig.En: But her hectic schedule and emotional fatigue have always prevented her from opening up.Sv: Den dagen arbetar Elin under press.En: That day, Elin is working under pressure.Sv: Det är mycket som händer, men mitt i kaoset möter hon Jakob inne i tältet.En: There's a lot going on, but amidst the chaos, she meets Jakob inside the tent.Sv: Han frågar henne tveksamt om råd för hur han kan stödja Sara bättre.En: He hesitantly asks her for advice on how he can better support Sara.Sv: Hans fråga är enkel, men är nyckeln som öppnar dörren mellan dem.En: His question is simple but is the key that opens the door between them.Sv: De delar ett ögonblick av öppenhet och omsorg, båda med Sara i tankarna.En: They share a moment of openness and care, both with Sara in mind.Sv: De börjar prata mer, och Elin känner sig lättad över att ha Jakob att vända sig till.En: They start talking more, and Elin feels relieved to have Jakob to turn to.Sv: Hon inser att det inte är skamligt att ta emot hjälp, och i detta finner hon mer styrka i sitt arbete.En: She realizes that it is not shameful to accept help, and in this, she finds more strength in her work.Sv: Jakob å sin sida känner att han kan lita på Elin, och att hennes råd gör att han kan hjälpa Sara bättre.En: Jakob, for his part, feels that he can trust Elin, and that her advice helps him support Sara better.Sv: Dagarna går och Sara blir bättre.En: The days pass and Sara gets better.Sv: Elin och Jakob kommer närmare varandra genom dessa stunder vid hennes säng.En: Elin and Jakob grow closer through these moments at her bedside.Sv: De inser att de har gemensamma värderingar och en gemensam förståelse för varandra.En: They realize that they have shared values and a mutual understanding of each other.Sv: En dag, när Sara äntligen står på egna ben, bestämmer Elin och Jakob sig för att träffas utanför sjukhusets hektiska miljö.En: One day, when Sara finally stands on her own feet, Elin and Jakob decide to meet outside the hectic environment of the hospital.Sv: De går ut i sommarens kvällssol, fyllda av en nyfiken respekt och värme för varandra.En: They go out into the summer evening sun, filled with a curious respect and warmth for each other.Sv: Elin har lärt sig att det är okej att vara sårbar, och Jakob har funnit en trygghet i att visa medkänsla.En: Elin has learned that it's okay to be vulnerable, and Jakob has found comfort in showing compassion.Sv: Det är början på något nytt för dem båda, något som kan blomstra bortom fältsjukhusets gränser.En: It is the beginning of something new for both of them, something that can flourish beyond the boundaries of the field hospital. Vocabulary Words:cast: kastarshadows: skuggorfield hospital: fältsjukhusetmachines: maskinerdiligently: idogtdesire: önskanresponsibilities: ansvaretinadequate: otillräckligconcern: bekymrettirelessly: oförtrutethectic: hektiskaschedule: schemafatigue: trötthethesitantly: tveksamtopenness: öppenhetrelieved: lättadashamed: skamligttrust: litasupport: stödjavalues: värderingarmutual: gemensamboundaries: gränsermedical staff: vårdpersonalbeeping: piperfriend: vänaccident: olyckaaccept: ta emotyoung woman: ung kvinnacompassion: medkänslavulnerable: sårbar

On parle beaucoup de neurosciences, d'intelligence artificielle et de santé mentale. Mais si le vrai sujet était finalement notre façon d'apprendre, de transmettre et de donner du sens à nos études ? Dans cet épisode, je reçois Yéléna et Nina, étudiantes en Master 1 de neurosciences. Toutes les deux sont membres de Cognivence, l'association des sciences cognitives, et ont créé Connections, un blog de vulgarisation scientifique qui rend les neurosciences plus accessibles au grand public. Ensemble, nous explorons cette discipline encore jeune et souvent méconnue, mais aussi les raisons pour lesquelles nous sommes de plus en plus nombreux à nous intéresser au cerveau, à la neuroatypie, à la santé mentale ou encore aux pédagogies comme Montessori. La conversation nous emmène bien au-delà des neurosciences. Nous parlons de l'orientation, de Parcoursup et de Mon Master, de la pression des notes, des écoles dites "prestigieuses", des classes préparatoires, des parcours atypiques et de la difficulté de choisir une voie à 17 ou 20 ans. Est-ce qu'une école prestigieuse garantit vraiment un meilleur avenir ? Peut-on réussir en empruntant un chemin différent ? Nina partage également son regard d'étudiante américaine et compare les systèmes universitaires français et américain : la place de l'esprit critique, la relation entre enseignants et étudiants, le coût des études, la mobilité, la pluridisciplinarité et les différences culturelles qui influencent notre manière d'apprendre. Nous échangeons aussi sur les associations étudiantes, essentielles pour créer du lien, découvrir d'autres métiers et retrouver du sens dans un parcours parfois très compétitif. Enfin, impossible d'éviter le sujet qui bouleverse aujourd'hui l'enseignement : l'intelligence artificielle. ChatGPT est-il en train de remplacer l'apprentissage… ou révèle-t-il simplement les limites de notre système éducatif ? Les examens doivent-ils évoluer ? Comment préserver l'esprit critique, les compétences humaines et les interactions qui font toute la richesse de l'enseignement ? Au fil de cet échange, une idée revient sans cesse : les études ne devraient pas seulement former des étudiants performants, mais aussi des personnes capables de réfléchir, de collaborer, de communiquer et de trouver du sens dans ce qu'elles font. Si cet épisode vous plaît, pensez à vous abonner au podcast, à laisser une note et un commentaire. C'est le meilleur moyen de soutenir le podcast et de permettre à ces conversations de toucher encore plus de monde.

Heart-Centered Connections: Seven Essential Skills for Helping Neurodiverse and Marginalized Children Thrive is a transformative guide for working with a child who is left out, left behind, or labeled “difficult.” Dr. Niki Elliott teaches the best practices to support kids who are misunderstood and marginalized—those who are neurodivergent, have a learning disability, or are trauma survivors. In this practical book, Dr. Elliott brings clear guidance and a hopeful message: when safety, compassion, and trust come first, real learning can begin. Heart-Centered Connections shows you how to create that foundation. Based on decades of her groundbreaking research, Dr. Elliott offers seven pillars that will help you create environments where kids can achieve their full potential. You will learn how to: increase your ability to handle stress so you remain composed when a child acts out; establish stronger bonds, even with kids who initially seem defiant; teach in a way that creates joy and confidence; design neuro-inclusive environments in which youth of all abilities can flourish; view the child from a new perspective, offering them choice and dignity; and help the child settle their nervous system state so they can focus and learn. Guest: Dr. Niki Elliott is a clinical professor and director of the Center for Embodied Equity and Neurodiversity at the University of San Diego SOLES, where she leads research, professional certificates, and statewide initiatives that transform K–16 learning environments through trauma-informed, neuro-inclusive design. A veteran educator of more than 30 years, Dr. Niki is known for translating complex neuroscience into powerful, accessible practices that strengthen belonging, emotional safety, and academic engagement for neurodiverse learners. Host: Our host is: Dr. Christina Gessler, who is an academic writing coach and editor. She is the producer and show host of the Academic Life podcast. Playlist for Listeners: Teaching with Positive Psychology Skills How To Organize Inclusive Events How We Show Up The Power of Play in Higher Education The Burnout Workbook Empathy Takes Action Belonging A Pedagogy of Kindness How Can Mindfulness Help Meditation You Have More Influence Than You Think Welcome to Academic Life, the podcast for your academic journey—and beyond! Please join us again to learn from more experts inside and outside the academy, and around the world. Missed any of the 300+ Academic Life episodes? Find them here. And thank you for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/public-policy

Heart-Centered Connections: Seven Essential Skills for Helping Neurodiverse and Marginalized Children Thrive is a transformative guide for working with a child who is left out, left behind, or labeled “difficult.” Dr. Niki Elliott teaches the best practices to support kids who are misunderstood and marginalized—those who are neurodivergent, have a learning disability, or are trauma survivors. In this practical book, Dr. Elliott brings clear guidance and a hopeful message: when safety, compassion, and trust come first, real learning can begin. Heart-Centered Connections shows you how to create that foundation. Based on decades of her groundbreaking research, Dr. Elliott offers seven pillars that will help you create environments where kids can achieve their full potential. You will learn how to: increase your ability to handle stress so you remain composed when a child acts out; establish stronger bonds, even with kids who initially seem defiant; teach in a way that creates joy and confidence; design neuro-inclusive environments in which youth of all abilities can flourish; view the child from a new perspective, offering them choice and dignity; and help the child settle their nervous system state so they can focus and learn. Guest: Dr. Niki Elliott is a clinical professor and director of the Center for Embodied Equity and Neurodiversity at the University of San Diego SOLES, where she leads research, professional certificates, and statewide initiatives that transform K–16 learning environments through trauma-informed, neuro-inclusive design. A veteran educator of more than 30 years, Dr. Niki is known for translating complex neuroscience into powerful, accessible practices that strengthen belonging, emotional safety, and academic engagement for neurodiverse learners. Host: Our host is: Dr. Christina Gessler, who is an academic writing coach and editor. She is the producer and show host of the Academic Life podcast. Playlist for Listeners: Teaching with Positive Psychology Skills How To Organize Inclusive Events How We Show Up The Power of Play in Higher Education The Burnout Workbook Empathy Takes Action Belonging A Pedagogy of Kindness How Can Mindfulness Help Meditation You Have More Influence Than You Think Welcome to Academic Life, the podcast for your academic journey—and beyond! Please join us again to learn from more experts inside and outside the academy, and around the world. Missed any of the 300+ Academic Life episodes? Find them here. And thank you for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/education

Heart-Centered Connections: Seven Essential Skills for Helping Neurodiverse and Marginalized Children Thrive is a transformative guide for working with a child who is left out, left behind, or labeled “difficult.” Dr. Niki Elliott teaches the best practices to support kids who are misunderstood and marginalized—those who are neurodivergent, have a learning disability, or are trauma survivors. In this practical book, Dr. Elliott brings clear guidance and a hopeful message: when safety, compassion, and trust come first, real learning can begin. Heart-Centered Connections shows you how to create that foundation. Based on decades of her groundbreaking research, Dr. Elliott offers seven pillars that will help you create environments where kids can achieve their full potential. You will learn how to: increase your ability to handle stress so you remain composed when a child acts out; establish stronger bonds, even with kids who initially seem defiant; teach in a way that creates joy and confidence; design neuro-inclusive environments in which youth of all abilities can flourish; view the child from a new perspective, offering them choice and dignity; and help the child settle their nervous system state so they can focus and learn. Guest: Dr. Niki Elliott is a clinical professor and director of the Center for Embodied Equity and Neurodiversity at the University of San Diego SOLES, where she leads research, professional certificates, and statewide initiatives that transform K–16 learning environments through trauma-informed, neuro-inclusive design. A veteran educator of more than 30 years, Dr. Niki is known for translating complex neuroscience into powerful, accessible practices that strengthen belonging, emotional safety, and academic engagement for neurodiverse learners. Host: Our host is: Dr. Christina Gessler, who is an academic writing coach and editor. She is the producer and show host of the Academic Life podcast. Playlist for Listeners: Teaching with Positive Psychology Skills How To Organize Inclusive Events How We Show Up The Power of Play in Higher Education The Burnout Workbook Empathy Takes Action Belonging A Pedagogy of Kindness How Can Mindfulness Help Meditation You Have More Influence Than You Think Welcome to Academic Life, the podcast for your academic journey—and beyond! Please join us again to learn from more experts inside and outside the academy, and around the world. Missed any of the 300+ Academic Life episodes? Find them here. And thank you for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does American patriotism look like in 2026? According to a recent Gallup poll, patriotism hit a 25-year record low this year, with one-third of respondents saying they have extreme pride in their national identity. What does it mean to be a patriot? Are Americans are living up to the country's ideals 250 years since its founding? Our guests explore these questions and more. In studio: Mark Assini, retired, former Gates town supervisor, and former Monroe County legislator Eve Elzenga, Rochester resident, humanist, and life-long activist Adrian Hale, New York State Regent, civic leader, and U.S. Marine and combat veteran Nate Salzman, member of Brighton Town Council and Democratic nominee for Brighton town supervisor ---Connections is supported by listeners like you. Head to our donation page to become a WXXI member today, support the show, and help us close the gap created by the rescission of federal funding.---Connections airs every weekday from noon-2 p.m. Join the conversation with questions or comments by phone at 1-844-295-TALK (8255) or 585-263-9994, email, Facebook or Twitter. Connections is also livestreamed on the WXXI News YouTube channel each day. You can watch live or access previous episodes here.---Do you have a story that needs to be shared? Pitch your story to Connections.

Looking for further guidance and support on ADHD Women's Wellbeing? Check out my resource library here. The 'ADHD Women's Wellbeing Workshop Series' is on offer this July. Head here to learn more about the workshops and use code JULY to get 35% off.If you've been told your pain is growing pains, anxiety or just something you need to live with, this episode might be the beginning of finally understanding what's actually been going on in your body.On this week's episode of The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Podcast, I'm joined by Alexandra Orfanides, a London-based hypermobility specialist osteopath and founder of Hypermobility HQ.Alexandra hosts the Help! I'm Hypermobile podcast and is the author of the book of the same name. She believes that "incurable" does not mean "untreatable," and she's on a mission to help the hypermobile community feel seen, supported, and informed.In this episode, Alex and I talk about the significant overlap between hypermobility and neurodivergence, why so many women spend decades being dismissed or misdiagnosed, and what it actually means to understand your body through this lens. We also get into the difference between osteopathy and physiotherapy, how to recognise signs of hypermobility in children, and why self-treatment strategies are such a crucial part of managing a connective tissue condition day-to-day.In this episode, we cover:What hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome and hypermobility spectrum disorder actually are, and why the terminology mattersWhy growing pains are not a real diagnosis, and what to look for in children insteadThe strong correlation between hypermobility, ADHD and neurodivergenceHow conditions like endometriosis, PCOS and dysmenorrhea overlap with hEDS and HSDWhy gastrointestinal issues in children should never just be dismissed as IBSThe difference between osteopathy and physiotherapy, and how to find the right practitionerHow chronic pain, headaches and migraines can be connected to hypermobile connective tissueWhy rhythmic movement, including swimming and dancing, can be so regulating for hypermobile and neurodivergent bodiesThe importance of self-treatment strategies for people who can't always access clinic appointmentsWhy a diagnosis is a privilege, and how Help! I'm Hypermobile was written to reach the people who couldn't afford oneTimestamps: 00:00 - Welcome, and introducing Alexandra Orfanides 01:40 - Alex's personal story: growing up with undiagnosed pain 05:52 - From English literature to osteopathy 09:45 - Why hypermobility patients kept finding their way to Alex's clinic 11:46 - The overlap between hypermobility, ADHD and neurodivergence 14:12 - Osteopathy vs physiotherapy: what's the difference? 17:36 - Terminology: hEDS, HSD, condition vs disorder 20:30 - What patients are coming in knowing, and what they're not 23:57 - Signs to look for in children: growing pains, gut issues and more 28:15 - Endometriosis, PCOS and hormonal conditions in hypermobile bodies 30:39 - Migraines, headaches and the connection to the neck and connective tissue 36:32 - The gatekeeping problem and self-treatment strategies 39:24 - Working as a team with your patients 43:35 - Why Alex wrote Help! I'm Hypermobile 45:42 - How to work with Alex and what to expectLinks and Resources:Find my popular ADHD workshops and resources on my website [here].Follow the podcast on Instagram: @adhd_womenswellbeing_pod Visit Alexandra's website: hypermobilityhq.comConnect with Alexandra on Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and Pinterest: @hypermobilityhqListen to Alex's podcast: Help! I'm HypermobileGet Alex's book: Help! I'm Hypermobile: Your How-To Guide for hEDS, HSD, and Life in a Hypermobile BodyResearch: Gynaecological conditions in hEDS and HSD (Daylor et al., 2025): https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm14165636Research: Defining growing pains — a scoping review (O'Keeffe et al., 2022): https://doi.org/10.1542/peds.2021-052578Kate Moryoussef is a women's ADHD lifestyle and wellbeing coach and EFT practitioner who helps overwhelmed and unfulfilled newly diagnosed women with ADHD find more calm, balance, hope, health, compassion, creativity, and clarity.

Why can some people effortlessly build professional relationships through networking? The work starts long before they ever walk into the room.In this first installment of a three-part networking series, Elaine Hamm, PhD, is joined by special guest host James Zanewicz, JD, LLM, RTTP, to explore why preparation is the most overlooked part of successful networking. From researching attendees to refining your personal pitch, they share practical strategies that help professionals build authentic relationships with greater confidence and purpose. Whether you're attending a major biotech conference, investor meeting, or local networking event, the right preparation can make every conversation more meaningful.In this episode, you'll learn:How researching attendees and defining your networking goals can make every event more productive.Why a well-prepared story, elevator pitch, and leave-behind materials create stronger first impressions.Practical ways to use LinkedIn, AI tools, and thoughtful preparation to reduce anxiety and build genuine professional relationships.Join Elaine and James as they kick off this three-part series on networking by showing why the most successful conversations begin long before you ever step into the room.Links: Connect with James Zanewicz, JD, LLM, RTTP, and learn about Connect.Connect with Elaine Hamm, PhD, and learn about Tulane Medicine Business Development and the School of Medicine.Check out Elaine's book recommendations: The Fine Art of Small Talk, The Speed of Trust, How to Talk to Anyone, and The Vault Guide to Schmoozing.Learn more about The Alliance for Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare.Check out our previous episode on Networking for Introverts.Connect with Ian McLachlan, BIO from the BAYOU producer.Learn more about BIO from the BAYOU - the podcast. Bio from the Bayou is a podcast that explores biotech innovation, business development, and healthcare outcomes in New Orleans & The Gulf South, connecting biotech companies, investors, and key opinion leaders to advance medicine, technology, and startup opportunities in the region.

Sissy and David celebrate the powerful role teachers, coaches, mentors, and other trusted adults play in helping kids grow into capable, resilient people. They reflect on the teachers and mentors who made them feel seen, believed in, challenged, and loved, and they remind listeners that one steady, caring adult can change the trajectory of a child's life. They also talk about the practical ways educators and coaches build capability in kids by helping them feel known beyond performance, offering safe challenge, supporting anxious children with calm and clear expectations, and offering hope. The episode closes with a challenge for parents and kids to thank the people who have made a meaningful impact in their lives. Resources mentioned Capable by David Thomas and Sissy Goff Wild Things: The Art of Nurturing Boys by Stephen James and David Thomas Raising Girls: Learn How to Encourage, Challenge, and Inspire Your Daughter to Discover Who God Is Calling Her to Be by Melissa Trevathan and Sissy Goff Nashville Coaching Coalition Oprah Winfrey's interview with her elementary school teacher, Mrs. Duncan “Trees We'll Never See” by Amy Grant . . . . . .  Sign up to receive the⁠ bi-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠monthly newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Order our new book, Capable, here!! See our speaking dates, purchase books and check out our courses here.. . . . . .  If you would like to partner with Raising Boys and Girls as a podcast sponsor, fill out our⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Advertise With Us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ form. QUINCE: Go to ⁠Quince.com/rbg⁠ for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty-five -day returns. BOLL & BRANCH: Get 15% off plus free shipping on your first set of sheets at Bollandbranch.com/rbg⁠. Exclusions apply. ADVENTURE BIBLE: Get an Adventure Bible for your child and begin reading and exploring it together to build confidence and curiosity in God's Word https://tinyurl.com/RBGAdventureBible. CHRISTIAN HEALTHSHARE MINISTRIES: Take charge of your healthcare by visiting chministries.org/solution. LIBERTY HEALTH SHARE: Visit LibertyHealthShare.org to learn more about healthcare sharing options for your family.  HIYA HEALTH: Visit hiyahealth.com/RBG to get 50% off your first order. OUR PLACE: Stop cooking with toxic cookware, and upgrade to Our Place today. Visit fromourplace.com/RBG and use code RBG for 10% off sitewide. CASPER: Save up to 30% on mattresses and up to 35% on everything else when you go to Casper.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A good chunk of Supergirl’s DNA can be traced back to True Grit by way of the comics miniseries the film is adapting, which is why we paired it with Joel and Ethan Coen’s 2010 version of that story. But as our discussion of Craig Gillespie’s new entry in James Gunn’s revamped DC Universe details, Supergirl often feels less indebted to its space-western source material than to several other superhero films that preceded it, including some of Gunn’s. That makes it tough to balance a film we all consider okay-at-best against a stone-cold Coens classic, but we attempt to anyway in Connections as we consider these two films’ shared interest in vengeance, western tropes, and really, really bad guys with murky motivations. Then in Your Next Picture Show, we honorTrue Grit’s star-making performance with a recommendation for another Hailee Steinfeld film that’s a favorite of this podcast, The Edge of Seventeen. Please share your thoughts about True Grit, Supergirl, or anything else in the world of film, by sending an email or voice memo to comments@nextpictureshow.net, or leaving a short voicemail at (773) 234-9730. Next Pairing: Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey and The Coen Brothers’ (yes, again) O Brother, Where Art Thou? This episode is presented by⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Regal Unlimited⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, the all-you-can-watch movie subscription pass that pays for itself in just two visits. Use code NEXTPIC26 for 15% off.Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/join/NextPictureShowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is Congress too old? Some are asking that following the death of Sen. Lindsey Graham and the health questions surrounding Sen. Mitch McConnell. The average member of the United States Senate is significantly older than the average American. Elected leaders commonly serve for decades. Our guests discuss whether this is a benefit or a problem, and whether anything could be done to change it. In studio: Patrick Coyle, chief of staff of the Rochester-Genesee Valley Area Labor Federation Mark Johns, Monroe County Legislator for District 8 ---Connections is supported by listeners like you. Head to our donation page to become a WXXI member today, support the show, and help us close the gap created by the rescission of federal funding.---Connections airs every weekday from noon-2 p.m. Join the conversation with questions or comments by phone at 1-844-295-TALK (8255) or 585-263-9994, email, Facebook or Twitter. Connections is also livestreamed on the WXXI News YouTube channel each day. You can watch live or access previous episodes here.---Do you have a story that needs to be shared? Pitch your story to Connections.

Can full recovery from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) truly be possible? In this episode, Miguel Bautista, founder of CFS Recovery, shares the hidden drivers behind CFS and a step-by-step framework for regaining energy, rebuilding health, and reclaiming life. After personally experiencing severe, debilitating CFS, Miguel refused to accept that recovery was out of reach. Drawing from science, lived experience, and years of experimentation, he created a practical system now used by thousands to overcome fatigue and restore vitality. In this conversation, we explore: ·       How nervous system dysregulation may underlie chronic fatigue symptoms. ·       Proven strategies to recover from CFS and post-viral fatigue. ·       The link between personality, stress patterns, and healing outcomes. ·       Connections between Long COVID, fibromyalgia, and CFS. ·       How to identify your personal recovery stage and tailor a plan that works. Take the first step toward recovery with the CFS Finding Genius Exclusive Recovery Stage Identifier and Personalized Recovery Report: https://cfsrecovery.co/genius Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/38oMlMr  Keep up with Miguel Bautista socials here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cfsrecovery/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cfsrecovery/  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@cfsrecovery 

Send us Fan MailMost physician owners don't think about calling an attorney until something has gone wrong. But what if your legal counsel could help you avoid problems before they ever happen?In this episode of Medical Money Matters, I have the pleasure of welcoming my good friend, Joe Carlisle, partner at Dunn Carney LLP, for a conversation about the role legal counsel should play in every successful medical practice. Joe shares practical advice on how physicians and healthcare leaders can build stronger relationships with their attorneys, recognize when to seek legal guidance, and use legal counsel as a proactive strategic partner—not just an emergency resource.We also explore what it means to build a true "board of trusted advisors" and why every independent practice benefits from surrounding itself with experienced professionals who can help navigate today's increasingly complex healthcare environment.Whether you're a new practice owner or a seasoned healthcare executive, you'll come away with actionable insights that can help protect your practice, strengthen your decision-making, and position your organization for long-term success. You can find Joe at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-carlisle-71067265/ or at https://www.dunncarney.com/people/joe-w-carlislePlease Follow or Subscribe to get new episodes delivered to you as soon as they drop! Visit Jill's company, Health e Practices' website: https://healtheps.com/ Subscribe to our newsletter, Health e Connections: https://share.hsforms.com/1FMup6xLPSpeA8hB77caYQwd32sx?hsCtaAttrib=171926995377 Want more formal learning? Check out Jill's newly released course: Physician's Edge: Mastering Business & Finance in Your Medical Practice. 32.5 hours of online, on-demand CME-accredited training tailored just for busy physicians. Promo pricing available now: https://education.healtheps.com/offers/Ry3zfLYp/checkout?coupon_code=PHYSEDGE3000 Purchase your copy of Jill's book here: Physician Heal Thy Financial Self Join our Medical Money Matters Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3834886643404507/ Original Musical Score by: Craig Addy at https://www.underthepiano.ca/ Visit Craig's website to book your Once in a Lifetime music experience Podcast coaching and development by: Jennifer Furlong, CEO, Communication Twenty-Four Seven https://www.communicationtwentyfourseven.com/    

As questions about vaccines, evolving recommendations, and public health policy continue to grow, healthcare professionals and patients alike are seeking trusted information and guidance. In this episode, ASHP Executive Vice President and CEO Sam Calabrese is joined by Anna Legreid Dopp and Vicki Basalyga to discuss ASHP's position on vaccines, the advocacy and partnership efforts underway, and the resources available to support pharmacists and patients. Tune in for a conversation about how pharmacy professionals can help advance evidence-based patient care and informed decision-making. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

If you're a coach, consultant, or service professional struggling to generate leads on LinkedIn, your content strategy may be the real problem. Posting more isn't the answer. Posting the right mix of content is what builds visibility, trust, conversations, and qualified opportunities.In this episode, I break down the four types of LinkedIn content that every service professional, coach, and consultant should create to attract the right audience and turn visibility into business growth.You'll learn how to create authority content that positions you as the expert, story content that builds trust, proof content that builds credibility, and conversation content that encourages meaningful engagement.When you consistently combine all four, LinkedIn becomes more than a place to post. It becomes a platform that helps you build relationships, generate conversations, and create more opportunities.Don't forget to register for our FREE Connections Into Clients LinkedIn Workshop here:https://www.thetimetogrow.com/LinkedInContentRoadmap

What if the goal isn't to build a bigger audience—but to build meaningful relationships? In this episode of Social Media Decoded, Michelle Thames shares the mindset shift that completely changed how she approaches social media, networking, and business growth. After years of chasing followers and viral moments, she realized the real opportunities weren't coming from her follower count—they were coming from the rooms she was creating. From visiting local hidden gems and hosting Coffee & Connections to intimate networking dinners, retreats, and her upcoming Connected & Paid event, Michelle explains why authentic community is becoming the most valuable marketing strategy in today's digital world. If you're an entrepreneur, content creator, coach, or small business owner wondering how to grow your business beyond social media, this episode will inspire you to focus on relationships that lead to collaborations, referrals, sponsorships, and lasting impact. In this episode, you'll learn: Why building community is more valuable than chasing followers How networking events create real business opportunities The difference between building an audience and building relationships Why local visibility can transform your business How to create experiences that turn followers into clients and collaborators Why community builders are the new influencers The marketing strategy that algorithms can't replace Key Takeaway: Followers don't become your sponsors. Followers don't become your collaborators. People do. If this episode inspired you, send Michelle a DM with the word ROOM and share the kind of community you're building. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another entrepreneur who believes relationships are the future of business. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We kick off our series of conversations about the New York State budget with Assemblymember Jen Lunsford. She shares her takeaways regarding auto insurance, utilities, and childcare, among other budget items. You can join the discussion and ask her your questions about state business. In studio:Assemblymember Jen Lunsford, District 135---Connections is supported by listeners like you. Head to our donation page to become a WXXI member today, support the show, and help us close the gap created by the rescission of federal funding.---Connections airs every weekday from noon-2 p.m. Join the conversation with questions or comments by phone at 1-844-295-TALK (8255) or 585-263-9994, email, Facebook or Twitter. Connections is also livestreamed on the WXXI News YouTube channel each day. You can watch live or access previous episodes here.---Do you have a story that needs to be shared? Pitch your story to Connections.

Vik missed out on over $200,000 in Amazon Creator Connections earnings because he wasn't paying attention, and he's not letting that happen to anyone else. Mike and Ben sit down with Vik, a former Facebook software engineer turned offsite deals operator, to break down that costly mistake and the tool he built because of it.In this episode:The story behind Vik's $200K mistake, missing out on Amazon Creator Connections opportunities for monthsHow Vik built an offsite deals business from scratch, including a TikTok style daily deals app pulling in $80K plus some monthsWhy he's coming back with a vengeance and building CreatorKit, a $9.99 a month tool to search and filter Amazon Creator ConnectionsFeatures inside CreatorKit including a deals tab, daily updates, and campaign historyA quick Prime Day recap, with Ben at $16.3K and Mike at $18.5K in commissionsIf you've ever wondered what missing Amazon Creator Connections actually costs, this episode lays it all out, and shows you the tool built to make sure it never happens again.Subscribe for more real talk on creator income, Amazon strategy, and building a business that actually pays. ____________________Check out CreatorKit! Save 15% off the 1st month! Code: CLG15CreatorKit Facebook Group____________________JOIN THE COMMUNITYIf you are looking for deeper strategy, accountability, & honest conversations with other serious content creators, the Creator's Leverage Guild was built for exactly thatLearn more and join here:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Creator's Leverage Guild⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠_____________________CHECK OUT OUR 2 NEW EBOOKS THAT JUST LAUNCHED!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The AIP Master Guide⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Stop guessing your way through AIP. The AIP Master Guide is your go-to resource for setup, backend navigation, Store IDs, payments, uploads, & more.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Leveraging Brand Deals Playbook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Stop leaving money on the table. The Leveraging Brand Deals Playbook helps you pitch smarter, negotiate better, & turn free product offers into real paid opportunities._____________________WORK 1-ON-1 WITH MIKE AND BENGet personalized guidance on content strategy, monetization, brand deals, & scaling your creator business.• Book a 1-hour coaching call• Save with a 4-session coaching package⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign Me Up!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠_________________________JOIN OUR FREE FACEBOOK COMMUNITYConnect with other Amazon Influencers & content creators, ask questions, & stay up to date on what is working right now.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon Influencer Success Facebook Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠_________________________TOOLS AND RESOURCES FOR CREATORSViral VueMake smarter content decisions & grow faster.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Try Viral Vue here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Use code STRAHL10 for 10% off for lifeOinkTrack earnings & performance across platforms.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Try Oink here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Use code STRAHL10 for 10% off for lifeDescriptEdit podcasts & videos faster and easier.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out Descript here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Geniuslinks: Our #1 Deeplinking Pick!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Try Geniuslinks!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠VidiQ: Our #1 pick for YouTube channel Insights!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Try VidIQ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Keepa: Makes advanced product research for AIP a breeze!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Try Keepa⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Affiliate links. We may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.__________________________CONTACTHave a question, collaboration opportunity, or topic request?Email: mike@creatorsleverageguild.com

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Fluent Fiction - Danish: Unexpected Connections in the Bavarian Alps Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2026-07-13-22-34-01-da Story Transcript:Da: Solens stråler bader de grønne dale i de bayerske alper.En: The sun's rays bathe the green valleys of the Bavarian Alps.Da: Mikkel står ved siden af sin ven Jonas, og nyder udsigten fra det charmerende landsbyhus de har lejet.En: Mikkel stands next to his friend Jonas, enjoying the view from the charming village house they have rented.Da: "Det her er fantastisk, Jonas!"En: "This is amazing, Jonas!"Da: siger Mikkel med et grin.En: says Mikkel with a grin.Da: Jonas nikker.En: Jonas nods.Da: "Ja, præcis hvad vi havde brug for.En: "Yes, exactly what we needed.Da: Ingen stress, kun natur og eventyr."En: No stress, just nature and adventure."Da: På gruppeture elsker Mikkel at udforske nye stier.En: On group trips, Mikkel loves to explore new paths.Da: Derfor meldte han sig til den udfordrende bjergvandring, velvidende at Sophie også ville være der.En: That's why he signed up for the challenging mountain hike, knowing that Sophie would also be there.Da: Sophie er en del af en anden gruppe, der rejser her i Alperne.En: Sophie is part of another group traveling here in the Alps.Da: Hun har en livlig energi, der tiltrækker Mikkel, men han er nervøs for at nærme sig hende.En: She has a lively energy that attracts Mikkel, but he is nervous about approaching her.Da: Da vandringen begynder, går Mikkel langs en smal sti omkranset af vilde blomster.En: As the hike begins, Mikkel walks along a narrow path lined with wildflowers.Da: Sophie går tæt ved, indfanget af omgivelserne med sit kamera.En: Sophie walks nearby, captivated by the surroundings with her camera.Da: Mikkel samler mod og siger, "Dine billeder må blive fantastiske med den udsigt."En: Mikkel gathers courage and says, "Your pictures must be amazing with that view."Da: Sophie smiler til ham.En: Sophie smiles at him.Da: "Jeg elsker at fange øjeblikke i naturen," svarer hun med en varm tone.En: "I love capturing moments in nature," she replies warmly.Da: De falder i snak om deres fælles passion for vandring og fotografi.En: They fall into a conversation about their shared passion for hiking and photography.Da: Mikkel mærker sin usikkerhed forsvinde lidt efter lidt.En: Mikkel feels his insecurity fading little by little.Da: Naturen omkring dem er betagende, med bjergenes majestætiske skønhed og de klare blå sommerskies.En: The nature around them is breathtaking, with the majestic beauty of the mountains and the clear blue summer skies.Da: Da de når højere op, samler skyerne sig.En: As they climb higher, clouds gather.Da: Uvejret kommer uden varsel.En: A storm comes without warning.Da: Regnen begynder at falde tungt, og gruppen søger hurtigt tilflugt i en gammel bjergkabin.En: The rain begins to fall heavily, and the group quickly seeks shelter in an old mountain cabin.Da: Kabinen er rustik med et lille ildsted og træbænke.En: The cabin is rustic with a small fireplace and wooden benches.Da: Mikkel og Sophie sidder tæt for ikke at fryse.En: Mikkel and Sophie sit close to avoid getting cold.Da: "Sikke et eventyr," siger Mikkel, mens torden rumler udenfor.En: "What an adventure," says Mikkel as thunder rumbles outside.Da: Sophie ler.En: Sophie laughs.Da: "Ja, jeg elsker naturens uforudsigelighed.En: "Yes, I love the unpredictability of nature.Da: Det holder tingene spændende."En: It keeps things exciting."Da: De taler længe, deler historier fra deres rejser og drømme om fremtiden.En: They talk for a long time, sharing stories from their travels and dreams about the future.Da: Stormen bruser udenfor, men indeni kabinen er det hyggeligt og trygt.En: The storm rages outside, but inside the cabin, it's cozy and safe.Da: Mikkel føler en dyb forbindelse til Sophie, noget han ikke ventede.En: Mikkel feels a deep connection to Sophie, something he did not expect.Da: Da uvejret stilner af, beslutter Mikkel og Sophie sig for at tilbringe resten af ferien sammen, udforske stierne, tage billeder og nyde hinandens selskab.En: As the storm subsides, Mikkel and Sophie decide to spend the rest of the holiday together, exploring trails, taking pictures, and enjoying each other's company.Da: Mikkel har taget en chance og vundet, ikke kun nye oplevelser, men også en ny ven i Sophie.En: Mikkel has taken a chance and gained not only new experiences but also a new friend in Sophie.Da: Ferien slutter med, at Mikkel, Sophie og Jonas sidder ved en lille bjergsø.En: The holiday ends with Mikkel, Sophie, and Jonas sitting by a small mountain lake.Da: Sommeren i Alperne er stadig lys og levende.En: The summer in the Alps is still bright and vibrant.Da: Mikkel ved nu, at han altid skal være åben for livets uventede eventyr og mennesker, der kan ændre ens retning.En: Mikkel now knows that he should always be open to life's unexpected adventures and people who can change one's direction.Da: Eventyret i de bayerske alper blev, som Mikkel ønskede, uforglemmeligt.En: The adventure in the Bavarian Alps turned out to be unforgettable, just as Mikkel wished.Da: Han har lært at omfavne nye oplevelser, at tage chancer og lade livet overraske ham, med både udsigter og mennesker.En: He has learned to embrace new experiences, take chances, and let life surprise him, with both views and people. Vocabulary Words:rays: strålerbathe: badervalleys: dalegrin: grincharming: charmerenderented: lejetstress: stresspaths: stierchallenging: udfordrendelively: livligenergy: energinervous: nervøsapproaching: nærmenarrow: smalgathers: samlercourage: modcaptivated: indfangetsurroundings: omgivelserinsecurity: usikkerhedbreathtaking: betagendemajestic: majestætiskshelter: tilflugtcabin: kabinrustic: rustikfireplace: ildstedbenches: træbænkethunder: tordenrumbles: rumlerunpredictability: uforudsigelighedsubside: stilner

Fluent Fiction - Catalan: Unveiling Connections: Summer's Serendipitous Encounter Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ca/episode/2026-07-13-22-34-01-ca Story Transcript:Ca: A la Costa Brava, l'estiu es desplegava amb tota la seva esplendor.En: On the Costa Brava, summer unfolded in all its splendor.Ca: Els raigs de sol banyaven els penya-segats i l'aigua blava reflectia un cel sense núvols.En: The rays of sun bathed the cliffs, and the blue water mirrored a cloudless sky.Ca: Arlet, sempre l'ànima de la festa, havia organitzat una escapada d'estiu per als seus amics.En: Arlet, always the life of the party, had organized a summer getaway for his friends.Ca: Havien llogat una casa a prop d'una platja amagada, un lloc perfecte per desconnectar i gaudir de la natura.En: They had rented a house near a hidden beach, a perfect place to disconnect and enjoy nature.Ca: Pere havia acceptat la invitació a última hora.En: Pere had accepted the invitation at the last minute.Ca: Necessitava una pausa.En: He needed a break.Ca: Encara que preferia la calma, sabia que aquesta era una oportunitat per connectar amb els altres.En: Even though he preferred calm, he knew this was an opportunity to connect with others.Ca: Arlet li havia parlat de Júlia, una amiga amb qui tenia moltes coses en comú.En: Arlet had mentioned Júlia to him, a friend with whom he had many things in common.Ca: No la coneixia gaire, però la imatge que Arlet havia pintat li despertava curiositat.En: He didn't know her well, but the image that Arlet had painted piqued his curiosity.Ca: Durant el dia, la casa s'omplia de rialles i música.En: During the day, the house was filled with laughter and music.Ca: Júlia destacava entre els altres, amb la seva energia desbordant i el seu somriure constant.En: Júlia stood out among the others, with her overflowing energy and constant smile.Ca: Saltava de plan a plan amb naturalitat i semblava que tothom volia estar al seu costat.En: She moved from plan to plan effortlessly, and it seemed that everyone wanted to be by her side.Ca: Pere estava en un racó, observant.En: Pere was in a corner, observing.Ca: Li agradava el so de les onades, el murmuri suau del vent entre les palmeres.En: He enjoyed the sound of the waves, the gentle murmur of the wind through the palm trees.Ca: Se sentia més còmode sentint que parlant.En: He felt more comfortable listening than talking.Ca: Però, a mesura que avançaven els dies, sentia una connexió especial amb Júlia, tot i que mai havien tingut una conversa real.En: However, as the days went by, he felt a special connection with Júlia, even though they had never had a real conversation.Ca: Aquella nit, Arlet va proposar una foguera a la platja.En: That night, Arlet suggested a bonfire on the beach.Ca: Tots s'hi van reunir, el foc ballant davant els seus ulls.En: Everyone gathered there, the fire dancing before their eyes.Ca: Entre cançons i històries, Pere es va asseure una mica allunyat, mirant l'horitzó.En: Among songs and stories, Pere sat a bit apart, gazing at the horizon.Ca: Va ser llavors quan va sentir una mà a l'espatlla.En: It was then that he felt a hand on his shoulder.Ca: Era Júlia.En: It was Júlia.Ca: "Et molesta si m'assec amb tu?En: "Do you mind if I sit with you?"Ca: ", va preguntar ella, amb un somriure que Il·luminava la foscor.En: she asked, with a smile that illuminated the darkness.Ca: "No, clar que no," va respondre ell, sorprenent-se de la seva pròpia reacció.En: "No, of course not," he replied, surprising himself with his own reaction.Ca: Van començar a parlar.En: They began to talk.Ca: Júlia li explicà les seves aventures en viatges anteriors, mentre Pere li relatava els seus moments tranquils passejant per muntanyes i parlant amb la natura.En: Júlia shared her adventures from previous travels, while Pere recounted his quiet moments walking through mountains and conversing with nature.Ca: Era fàcil, còmode.En: It was easy, comfortable.Ca: Parlaven com si es coneguessin de sempre.En: They talked as if they had known each other forever.Ca: "Als meus amics els agrada sempre estar fent moltes coses, però de vegades també valoro la calma," li va confessar ella.En: "My friends always like to be doing many things, but sometimes I also appreciate the calm," she confessed.Ca: "Les estones com aquestes són les més especials.En: "It's times like these that are the most special."Ca: "Les paraules de Júlia van ressonar amb Pere.En: Júlia's words resonated with Pere.Ca: Aquí estava, la connexió que tant havia desitjat.En: Here it was, the connection he had longed for.Ca: Quan el foc es començava a extingir, van acordar trobar-se l'endemà.En: As the fire began to die down, they agreed to meet the next day.Ca: Un passeig pel litoral, només ells dos.En: A walk along the coast, just the two of them.Ca: Havien trobat una connexió en la simplicitat d'una conversa al costat del mar, on les paraules no havien fet falta per entendre's de veritat.En: They had found a connection in the simplicity of a conversation by the sea, where words were not needed to truly understand each other.Ca: I així, amb la mar que xiuxiuejava promeses futures, van saber que allò només era el començament d'una nova aventura junts.En: And so, with the sea whispering promises of the future, they knew that this was only the beginning of a new adventure together.Ca: L'obertura de Pere havia trobat resposta, i amb això, el començament d'una nova història.En: Pere's openness had been met with a response, and with that, the start of a new story. Vocabulary Words:the splendor: la esplendorthe cliffs: els penya-segatsthe getaway: l'escapadahidden: amagadathe pause: la pausato pique: despertarthe murmur: el murmurithe horizon: l'horitzóilluminate: il·luminarsurprise: sorprendreeasy: fàcilcomfortable: còmodeprevious: anteriorsthe songs: les cançonsthe stories: les històriesthe darkness: la foscoradventures: aventuresshare: compartirvalue: valorarthe connection: la connexiódie down: extingir-sethe coast: el litoralsimplicity: simplicitattruly: de veritatwhisper: xiuxiuejarfuture: futursthe adventure: l'aventuraresponse: respostastory: històriathe soul: l'ànima

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You can listen wherever you get your podcasts or check out the fully edited transcript of our interview at the bottom of this post.In this episode of The Peaceful Parenting Podcast, Michaeleen Doucleff and I talk about her new book Dopamine Kids: A Science-Based Plan to Rewire Your Child's Brain and Take You're your Family in the Age of Screens and Ultraprocessed Foods. Michaeleen's position is not that screens and ultra-processed food are “bad.” Rather, Michaeleen explains how they can take the place of things that truly bring us joy and pleasure, leaving us with an empty feeling of "what's next?" and an endless cycle of wanting. We focus on how dopamine has been misunderstood and how it actually works, how magnets like screens and ultraprocessed foods keep us stuck, and small changes you can make to start shifting things in your home.Know someone who might appreciate this episode? 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THANK YOU!We talk about:* 00:00 Introduction to Dopamine Kids and why our understanding of dopamine is outdated* 02:15 Michaeleen's journey from NPR science journalist to parenting author* 05:00 Dopamine isn't pleasure—it's wanting: the neuroscience that changes everything* 07:20 Why kids say they'd rather play with friends than be on screens* 08:00 The difference between dopamine, serotonin, and real satisfaction* 13:30 How apps and ultra-processed foods hijack the brain's reward system* 16:45 Why endless scrolling never feels satisfying* 18:30 “Bottomlessness”—one of the biggest design tricks keeping us hooked* 20:30 Why we want activities for our kids with a clear purpose and a clear endpoint* 22:00 The veggie straw experiment that changed Michaeleen's thinking about food* 26:50 Magnets and cues: how screens become automatic habits* 32:00 Why removing screens isn't enough—you have to replace them* 33:30 Helping kids meet their real need for adventure and autonomy* 36:00 Small, permanent changes vs. temporary screen detoxes* 37:30 Why the car is a great place to start reducing screens* 38:00 Is reducing screens really more work?* 40:15 Why laws and regulations haven't caught up with technology* 43:00 Why this isn't a willpower problem* 46:30 Can kids ever use screens in moderation?* 49:00 Paid video games vs. free games* 51:30 This isn't about screens being “bad”* 53:00 Helping kids gradually learn to use technology well* 54:00 School Chromebooks and why parents have more influence than they realize* 58:00 Advice Michaeleen would give her younger parenting self* 1:00:00 Why kids have to experience offline joy before they'll want it* 1:01:00 Sarah's client who removed the TV—and what happened next* 1:02:30 Final thoughts and where to find MichaeleenResources mentioned in this episode:* Michaeleen's website* Dopamine Kids: A Science-Based Plan to Rewire Your Child's Brain and Take You're your Family in the Age of Screens and Ultraprocessed Foods* How to Stop Fighting About Video Games with Scott Novis * The Peaceful Parenting MembershipConnect with Sarah Rosensweet:* Instagram* Facebook Group* YouTube* Website* Join us on Substack* Newsletter* Book a short consult or coaching session callxx Sarah and CoreyYour peaceful parenting team- click here for a free short consult or a coaching sessionVisit our website for free resources, podcast, coaching, membership and more!>> Please support us!!! Please consider becoming a supporter to help support our free content, including The Peaceful Parenting Podcast, our free parenting support Facebook group, and our weekly parenting emails, “Weekend Reflections” and “Weekend Support” - plus our Flourish With Your Complex Child Summit (coming back in the fall for the 3rd year!) All of this free support for you takes a lot of time and energy from me and my team. If it has been helpful or meaningful for you, your support would help us to continue to provide support for free, for you and for others.In addition to knowing you are supporting our mission to support parents and children, you get the podcast ad free and access to a monthly ‘ask me anything' session.Sarah: Hey everyone. Welcome back to another episode of the Peaceful Parenting Podcast.Today's guest is journalist Michaeleen Doucleff. She is the author of the book Hunt, Gather, Parent and now has a new book out called Dopamine Kids: A Science-Based Plan to Rewire Your Child's Brain and Take Back Your Family in the Age of Screens and Ultra-Processed Food.Michaeleen's first book is one of our favorite parenting books, and now we can add this one to the list. She walks us through how screens and ultra-processed food hook us and keep our brains stuck in a hijacked wanting cycle without giving us actual rewards and pleasure.We eventually get around to discussing this, but I want to stress right here at the beginning that Michaeleen isn't saying that screens and ultra-processed food are evil or that they have no place in our lives. Rather, they can take the place of things that truly bring us joy and pleasure, leaving us with an empty feeling of “what's next?” and an endless cycle of wanting.I learned so much from this book. I'd been wanting to make some changes in my own life with my relationship with my phone, and this book helped me understand why it was so hard and what I could do. A hint: as it turns out, we don't understand dopamine correctly at all. Our cultural shorthand about what dopamine is and what role it plays in the motivation and pleasure cycle is totally outdated.If you're interested in making some positive shifts in your child's life, in your family, and in your own life, you're going to love this interview and Michaeleen's book.If you like this episode, please share it with a friend so more parents can learn about peaceful parenting. If you're a fan of the podcast, you can help us out not only by sharing it, but by leaving a review and a five-star rating in your podcast player app. While you're there, don't forget to follow the show so you don't miss an episode.If you'd like to support us even more, you can become a supporter on Substack to help us offset the cost of making the show. We'll put a link in the show notes.Let's meet Michaeleen. I hope you enjoy this conversation and get as much out of her insights as I did.Sarah: Hi, Michaeleen. Welcome back to the podcast.Michaeleen: Thank you so much for having me.Sarah: When we had you on a few years ago to talk about your first parenting book, Hunt, Gather, Parent—we'll link to it in the show notes—it ended up being one of our favorite podcasts out of the 200-some episodes we've done. I'm so excited to have you back to talk about your new book.Michaeleen: Thank you so much. That's so nice. It's an honor to come back.Sarah: I'm so happy to have you. Tell us a little bit about who you are and what you do.Michaeleen: I was—or I still am—a science journalist. I've been one now for about 16 years, and I spent 13 or 14 years as a radio correspondent at NPR. I'm still there covering children's health, global health, neuroscience, and psychology.Before that, I was trained as a chemist. I have a PhD in chemistry.Five years ago, I wrote the parenting book Hunt, Gather, Parent, and I had no idea I'd ever become a parenting expert. That definitely wasn't on my life bingo card.When I had my daughter Rosie almost 11 years ago, I had no clue what I was doing. It just seemed like an impossible task. Then I started studying parenting around the world, and I realized there was an easier way to do things. That's what Hunt, Gather, Parent is about.More recently, about six years ago, I was really trying to fix my own screen problem—my own addiction to my phone. I was so obsessed with it. As I investigated neuroscience, psychology, and behavioral psychology, I started to realize, “Oh gosh, we're really getting a lot of things wrong when it comes to screens and our kids.”That led me to write this next book, Dopamine Kids, to clarify a bunch of myths but also update the advice because it's really old. A lot of the advice out there is based on psychology from 20, 30, even 40 years ago.Sarah: Or even more.Michaeleen: Exactly.Sarah: Exactly. And I'm going to ask you about that. So tell us, what's the central idea behind your new book, Dopamine Kids?Michaeleen: One of the biggest ideas is that we're thinking about screens wrong. We think they're these endless sources of pleasure. We think dopamine is this molecule that brings us pleasure and that the more we have, the happier we are.But that's really old neuroscience.What dopamine actually gives us is the feeling of desire, wanting, and craving. It makes us obsessed.So what screens are doing is cranking that system up. They're increasing motivation, craving, and wanting. But if you look at what happens over time, they actually rob us of pleasure and reduce the amount of pleasure we experience in our lives.So this idea that screens—video games and social media—are treats and rewards for kids is wrong. It's all wrong.What is actually most rewarding and pleasurable for kids are things in the real world because real-world experiences don't just give us desire and wanting. They also give us satisfaction, joy, and long-lasting pleasure.So Dopamine Kids is really a reset of what actually brings our kids pleasure in life. It also provides a toolset to retrain your kids' brains so they naturally want and reach for offline activities and foods that make them feel good—foods that really nourish them and bring satisfaction.It's about rethinking our idea of pleasure. What does pleasure actually look like?I think the media, marketing, and corporations have taught us that pleasure and wanting are basically the same thing—that we want things because they bring us pleasure.But if you actually look at the science and the data, there are so many things out there that drive our wanting while robbing us of pleasure.Social media is a really good example. Kids use it because they want a sense of belonging. They want to feel connected. But over the long run, social media does the opposite. It makes them feel lonelier, and yet they still want it.I see this book as an operating manual for shaping and changing your kids' habits into the ones you want for them as a parent, but also habits that nourish kids and bring joy, happiness, and pleasure to the whole family.We often think limiting screens is about depriving kids of pleasure.It's actually the opposite.It's about reclaiming pleasure.Sarah: I had Lenore Skenazy on the podcast. Do you know her work?Michaeleen: Yeah, we're friends.Sarah: She was on the podcast a few months ago, and she was talking about how, if you ask kids what they want—would they rather be on screens or play with their friends?—by far the number one answer is playing with their friends, not being on screens.Michaeleen: Yeah. I think it's almost double.Sarah: Exactly. And yet I don't think most parents realize that.Michaeleen: Right. I didn't realize that either. I think it's because we confuse begging, screaming, and tantruming for the screen with joy and pleasure.Sarah: Okay, so tell us about that, because what I learned from your book is that everyone thinks dopamine is, “Ah, I just got a hit of dopamine and I feel so good.”Michaeleen: Yeah.Sarah: But it's not dopamine that makes you feel good. It's serotonin and, I think, endorphins that make you feel good.You go into this in much more detail in the book, and I highly recommend it. It was excellent. I have to tell you, I was on an office hours call with my membership before I even knew you had written a new book, and one of my members said, “I'm reading this parenting book called Dopamine Kids, and it's a page-turner.”She said, “I've never had a parenting book that's a page-turner, but you've got to get your hands on this.”Then I looked it up and realized it was your book, and I was so excited to get it and read it.Can you explain the basic idea? I know it's too much detail to go into fully, but what's the difference? What does dopamine actually do, and why isn't it what we think it is?Michaeleen: For a long time—really since the 1950s—neuroscientists thought we do things over and over again because they're pleasurable.Neuroscientists have been obsessed with getting people and animals to press buttons for over a hundred years. Rats, mice, apes, pigeons—they've all been part of these experiments. It's almost like an iPad. Press, press, press, tap.For a long time, researchers could stimulate one region of the brain—the dopamine center—and the animals would go crazy pressing the button all day long. They wouldn't even stop to go to the bathroom. It makes you think of someone playing video games for hours. They're just obsessed with pressing the button.Researchers believed that because this was the dopamine center of the brain, dopamine made you press the button because it felt good and brought you pleasure. They even conducted similar experiments with people, and that very simple explanation stood for a long time.Then, about 30 years ago, a couple of scientists came along and asked, “Wait a second. Is this really true? Do we always act because something is pleasurable?”They designed better experiments, and what they found was astonishing. Dopamine doesn't do that at all.Dopamine makes us want.It makes you want something, and it makes you want to do something over and over again. It's like a “do it again” button in the brain.Do it again.Do it again.Whenever you can, do it again.The way the system is supposed to work is that first you want something, and dopamine motivates you to work for it. Then, when you get what you wanted, the pleasure center starts to light up.Those are different neurotransmitters. That's where endorphins—the body's natural opioids—and serotonin come in.Serotonin allows you to appreciate what you have. It's what lets you say, “Oh, I got what I wanted. I feel really good. Ah... I can stop now. I can take a break.”In many ways, pleasure is the opposite of dopamine because it gives you satisfaction, and satisfaction stops wanting.There are a couple of classic examples. One is sex, which is probably the R-rated version. But another is thirst.Imagine you're running on a hot day. You've run out of water, and after half an hour or an hour, you really want something to drink.That's dopamine. That's your dopamine hit—that strong feeling of desire.Wanting can actually feel good. If I fall in love and I want to be with my partner, the wanting feels good.But wanting can also become frustrating. If you want something for too long and don't get it, that feeling turns into frustration.So you're out running on this hot day thinking, “Oh my gosh, I want water so badly.”That's dopamine.That's not pleasure yet.Then you see a glass of water, or you get one and take a drink, and you think, “Ah, that feels so good.”That's the pleasure system.Sarah: That's where you get the serotonin and the endorphins.Michaeleen: Exactly. And the endocannabinoids too—the body's natural cannabinoids. A whole bunch of things kick in.The wonderful thing about this pleasure response is that it can last a long time. It lingers. It makes you feel optimistic and gives your life a kind of glow because you've gotten what you need to survive.I remember being really upset as a kid, and my mom would come over and hug me. I'd bury my face into her, and it felt so good. It was just this feeling that everything was okay again.That's what these pleasure molecules do.Dopamine is saying, “Everything is not okay. I need this before things can be okay.”They're very different.Sarah: Okay. This is the part I still feel like I'm only beginning to understand.How do the makers of apps and video games—and we've mostly been talking about screens, but you also write a lot about ultra-processed foods—how do they get us stuck in the dopamine cycle?What I took away from your book is that these things are so powerful because they keep us trapped in that cycle of wanting...Sarah: What I understood from your book is that these things are so powerful because they keep us stuck in the dopamine cycle. It's just wanting, wanting, wanting.You said something in the book about how they've figured out a way to hack a weakness in our brain circuitry. Forgive me if that's not the exact wording, but they've essentially hacked a weakness in the brain to keep us stuck in dopamine without ever giving us a real reward.How does that work?Michaeleen: First of all, both the tech industry and the food industry have admitted this for a long time. This isn't something I've come up with. They've openly admitted it. Even the food industry says, “We want to make something you can't stop eating.”Sarah: Right. You read all these interviews with industry insiders, and they're very open about it. Everybody knows they've admitted it. But how does it actually work?Michaeleen: There are a lot of tricks.Let's start with screens because a lot of these techniques actually came from the gambling industry. In the ‘80s and ‘90s, casinos started replacing mechanical slot machines and poker machines with video versions—basically gambling apps on giant touchscreens.They explicitly asked, “What can we do to this game to keep people playing for as long as possible?” Some people would play for 24 or even 48 hours straight. They ran massive A/B tests to figure out exactly how they could tweak the games to send people into this dopamine loop—this wanting loop—where people actually stopped wanting to win because winning took them out of the loop.So it's very empirical. They've simply tested what keeps people there.In the book, I describe it as a kind of recipe parents can use to recognize whether an app is doing this to their child. Psychologists even have a name for this state. It's called dark flow, where you lose track of time and where you are. We've all experienced it while scrolling social media. Twenty or thirty minutes go by and you think, “What just happened?” You're in this loop of wanting because, if you actually experienced pleasure and satisfaction, you would stop. You'd stop wanting.One of the biggest tricks is speed. The faster the cycle runs, the more it traps you. If you think about videos and video games, they've become faster and faster. Even children's iPad games are just question, answer, question, answer, question, answer over and over again. That's driving up dopamine.But where's the satisfaction? What's the reward? Basically, it's just a light on the screen.Another trick is promising something fundamental. The dopamine system evolved to help us fulfill our basic human needs—water, food, social support, adventure, creation. These are things we needed to survive, so kids are naturally highly motivated to pursue them.These apps promise they'll meet those needs. Social media, for example, promises belonging. It says, “Get on here and you'll finally feel connected. You'll finally feel like you belong.” The problem is that it never actually fulfills that promise.If you look at some of the leaked internal documents, you can see the algorithms intentionally withhold what people actually want. One neuroscientist explained it this way: they figure out what you're looking for and why you're on social media, then they give you something that's close to what you want. Maybe on the next click they give you something a little closer. Then a little closer.This does several things. First, you never actually receive the reward because you never get what you really need. Second, you develop this feeling of making progress—as though you're getting closer and closer. “Maybe one more comment. Maybe five more likes. Then I'll finally get it.”What most people don't realize is that we produce the most dopamine not when we get what we want, or even when we think we're about to get it, but when we feel like we're making progress.That's one of the biggest tricks.Video games are a perfect example. Kids always feel like they're making a little more progress. A little more. A little more. By the time they reach the next level, they're already making progress toward another one.There are all these different tricks designed to crank up wanting while dialing down satisfaction and pleasure because satisfaction is what gets you off the game. You think, “Okay, I'm done.”The same thing applies to social media. If social media actually gave me what I was looking for, I'd be finished. I'd think, “I got what I needed. I'm done.”But it never gives it to you.It can't.Sarah: I started feeling kind of gross about how much time I was spending on Instagram and Facebook—really just on my phone in general. I'd think, “Oh, I need a five-minute break,” and immediately pick up my phone.Actually, I did this before I started reading your book, but now I realize it fits perfectly with what you're talking about. I downloaded the New York Times Games app.Now, when I feel like I need a little break, I'll do Wordle or the Mini Crossword or Connections. What's nice is that it's limited. You get one crossword, one mini crossword, one Wordle, and one Connections each day.I'm almost never on Facebook or Instagram anymore because of it. It actually feels like a real reward. I finish the crossword and think, “Oh, I did the Mini in one minute and 38 seconds.”There's an ending to it. It really does feel like I accomplished something, which is very different.Michaeleen: Exactly. And you've actually stumbled onto one of the biggest tricks: bottomlessness.This is huge.TV didn't used to be bottomless.Michaeleen: TV didn't used to be bottomless. You had a handful of channels, and eventually the content ended or it got bad enough that you simply stopped watching.Now everything is endless. There's always another news story, another level in a game, another post, another video. That endlessness is what keeps us trapped in the cycle.You actually did so many things right with the New York Times Games app. You found something that takes a little more effort, but it also has a clear stopping point. You finish it, and then you're done. You created a bottom.That's exactly what I want to do with my own kids. I want to help them find activities that have a clear purpose and a clear ending. When you're done, you're done, and you turn it off.Compare that with scrolling Instagram for 30 minutes. What's the purpose? What are you actually doing? What are you looking for? There's always more content. It never ends, and it's incredibly fast.I think it's Chapter 4 of the book where I talk about figuring out how to use these technologies—if you're going to use them at all—in ways that don't manipulate you into these loops but instead feel genuinely satisfying.People often ask, “How do you know it's a real reward?” Your brain tells you. You feel better afterward than you did before. You feel done. You feel full. You think, “I'm ready to stop.”If, instead, you're thinking, “What's next? One more. One more,” then you're still stuck in the loop.For a lot of people—for a lot of kids, and certainly for me—that loop is frustrating and deeply unsatisfying. It just makes life feel gray and gloomy.Sarah: I noticed something a while ago. One of my favorite activities in the world is reading, and I realized I can't read if my phone is in the same room with me.When I was reading your book, I thought, “This is something I absolutely love doing, but it doesn't create that same dopamine loop.”Reading doesn't do that.I actually have to keep my phone in another room because reading takes more effort than scrolling Instagram.Michaeleen: Exactly. It takes more work, and that's part of why it's more satisfying.We're made to work. Human beings are actually very good at working, and that effort is part of what creates satisfaction. If something is too easy, it's much easier to get trapped in the wanting loop.Sarah: You also say in the book that, evolutionarily, our brains are designed to look for the easy way out.Back when life was hard, that made perfect sense.But now that everything comes to us so easily, it doesn't make sense anymore.Michaeleen: That's exactly right. These products are exploiting that tendency.Food is probably where you can see it most clearly.Our brains evolved to look for the foods with the most calories per bite. Why would you eat something with fewer calories per bite, especially when food was scarce? That's how we evolved.We also evolved to look for calories that our bodies could use quickly. A refined white-flour cracker gives you calories much faster than a carrot does. You'd have to eat carrots for much longer to get the same energy.Our brains are completely designed to choose the cracker.You'd never touch the carrot. It doesn't make evolutionary sense.That's especially true for kids, who are eating much more instinctively. But honestly, I'd argue that adults have the same problem. If the crackers are sitting there beside the carrots, most adults are going to have a hard time choosing the carrot.Sarah: Tell the story about the strawberries and the veggie straws.Michaeleen: This was when I really understood what was happening.Rosie was about eight years old, and we went to the pool with one of her friends. I packed raw edamame and strawberries. The girls were tired and hungry, and they were happily eating them. They were enjoying them.Then I pulled out a bag of veggie straws—which, by the way, aren't really veggies and aren't really straws. They're basically highly processed potato starch.Sarah: I think it's extruded potato starch.Michaeleen: You're right. Extruded potato starch.The starch is chemically extracted from the potato, so there's really nothing potato-like left except the starch. It's heated at a very high temperature, pushed through machinery, then sprayed with fat or basically fried and covered with salt.If you really look at the research, your body treats it almost like sugar. It practically dissolves in your mouth. There's almost no digestion required. It moves into your gut and into your bloodstream incredibly quickly.So even though the package says “veggie” and even though it says “potato,” what you're really getting are extremely fast calories, much like sugar.The moment I put those veggie straws on the table, those two girls ate the entire bag.One after another.You want to talk about dopamine?“Do it again. Do it again. Do it again. Do it again.”They didn't stop until every single veggie straw was gone.And then they completely forgot about the strawberries and the edamame.That was the moment I realized that if any ultra-processed food is available, kids simply won't choose the whole foods.Sarah: You asked Rosie afterward which she actually liked better, and she said, “Oh, the strawberries.”Michaeleen: Exactly. Even though she genuinely likes strawberries better—they taste better—her brain, and all of our brains, are designed to choose the veggie straws because they're such a dense source of fast calories.That realization led me to start doing little experiments. I'd make homemade meals with whole foods, then put one ultra-processed starch on the table—a dinner roll or some corn chips. I'd sit there and watch my husband and Rosie eat all of the ultra-processed food first. Then my husband might eat some of the whole foods, but Rosie wouldn't touch them.It wasn't her fault. It wasn't my fault. This is simply how our brains are designed. It makes perfect sense from an evolutionary perspective, and the food industry is explicitly taking advantage of that. If you look at the calorie density of ultra-processed foods, it's gone up and up over time. What really surprised me, though, is that it isn't just about sugar. Sugar clearly triggers dopamine—”Do it again. Do it again.” But highly refined potato starch, corn starch, and white flour are just as powerful, and in some studies they're actually more addictive than foods with added sugar.I recently read a study describing almost the exact recipe you mentioned: extruded starch that's fried or sprayed with a little fat and loaded with salt. That combination is incredibly addictive. The moment you see it, you want it, and then you eat it. The dopamine hit actually happens before you eat it. It's, “Oh, I see the bag. I want the bag.” That's the dopamine.Then there's almost no satisfaction or pleasure because satisfaction comes from protein and fiber—and, to a lesser extent, fat. Those are the things that make you feel, “Ah, I've had enough. I'm done.” Ultra-processed foods have stripped away almost everything that creates that feeling of satisfaction. That's what pleasure actually is.I really believe we can learn to tell the difference between wanting and genuine pleasure. Just like you did with the New York Times games, you replaced endless scrolling—which kept you wanting more—with something that actually makes you feel good every day.Sarah: Can you talk a little bit about what you call “magnets” and “cues”?I finished your book last week—it really was a page-turner—and I'm already putting some of your ideas into practice. One of the simplest suggestions was to stop carrying your phone around everywhere. I wore a watch to a baseball game the other night because I didn't want to keep taking out my phone just to check the time.Then this morning I went for a walk with my daughter and left my phone at home. When I got back, I made something to eat and did a couple of other things before I suddenly realized, “Oh—I left my phone upstairs for two hours.”Just the act of not taking it with me on the walk and leaving it in another room made it disappear from my mind. It was amazing.Michaeleen: I love that. That's beautiful.I call phones, video games, iPads, and ultra-processed foods magnets because neuroscientists actually use the term motivational magnets, and that's where I borrowed it from. They work through space, and they create what we call cues.Let's use screens instead of veggie straws. Imagine Rosie comes home every day after school and plays Toca Boca World on the iPad.Sarah: My daughter used to play those hairdressing games—and even vacuuming games. I never understood the appeal until I read your book and realized she was basically getting dopamine-mined.Michaeleen: Exactly. If you look at what keeps young children on those apps, it's the repetition. They're doing essentially the same thing over and over again, which is actually very unsatisfying.At first, what keeps Rosie playing are those little dopamine hits—”Do it again. Do it again.” But over time, something fascinating happens: the dopamine hit moves backward in time. Eventually, just seeing the iPad triggers dopamine. Simply seeing it creates desire and makes her really want it. Dopamine doesn't just make us want things—it motivates us to work to get them.So she sees the iPad, and suddenly she wants it. If it's sitting there, good luck getting her interested in anything else because her brain has already triggered that powerful feeling of, “I need this to survive.” She'll be pulled toward it like a magnet. That's where the term comes from. You don't just want it—you physically move toward it. You want to pick it up. You want to hold it. You want to touch it.Even if it's hidden away in a drawer or a closet, if she knows it's there, those magnets work through walls. She'll go looking for it.Sarah: Have you seen that study where students either had their phone on their desk, in their backpack, or in another room? Just having it in the backpack was almost as distracting as having it sitting on the desk.Michaeleen: That's exactly right, because they know it's accessible. Over time, these cues become so deeply wired into our brains that we don't even have to see the object anymore. We just have to know it's there.What's often triggering the habit isn't even the phone itself—it's an emotion. For example, when I'm writing and I get a little frustrated, that feeling becomes the cue: “Go check the news.” That used to be mine. Then it became, “Go check your email.” Now I've stopped checking the news, so mine has become, “Go check the weather.”Sarah: At least that can only last so long unless you're checking the weather around the world.Michaeleen: Exactly. It's much less sticky.But that's the point. If the phone is in the backpack, the brain knows it's available. These magnets work through walls. They work through bags. To really make those cues disappear, you have to do exactly what you did. You leave it at home. Your brain knows, “I can't get it. I'm not walking all the way back home for it,” so it lets go.As parents, we have to make these things completely disappear within a particular context. That's another really important piece of this: magnets and cues work in contexts.Every day after school is a context for Rosie's brain. Every day after school, in our house, she plays Toca Boca World. So when she walks into the living room at four o'clock, her brain already knows what time it is, even without a watch. Human brains are incredibly good at tracking those patterns.That context triggers dopamine. It triggers the desire for Toca Boca World.What we want to do instead is use that same context to trigger a desire for something that actually fills her up. Maybe after school in the living room becomes the cue for making art, riding her bike, or going outside.That's really what Dopamine Kids is about: using dopamine to get your kids excited about the real world and training their brains accordingly.Sarah: Can I back you up a little bit there? Because one thing you say in your book is that it doesn't work to simply take the screens away and say, “Let them be bored. They'll figure it out.”That's really the only other advice I've seen out there: just take the screens away and let kids be bored.But you did a lot of work to create opportunities for dopamine from other things. You didn't just tell Rosie, “No more Toca Boca World.”Can you talk about that? I think a lot of parents try the approach of saying, “Okay, we're just not doing screens anymore.” Then they end up with weeks—or maybe months—of crying and begging: “Can I just play a little?”Michaeleen: I think that approach can sometimes work with very little kids, but even then I don't think it lasts. These things are like weeds. The screens will come back unless you replace them with something else.Behavioral psychology is actually very clear on this. It's much easier to create a new habit than it is to break an old one. It's much easier to replace a behavior than simply remove it.For example, while I was writing Dopamine Kids, I decided I wanted to stop drinking as much. I had gotten into the habit of having a glass of wine every night, and I realized it just wasn't working for me anymore.I didn't simply take it away. I bought non-alcoholic beer. I replaced it with something.Kids are the same way.If you just take away the iPad—especially if they've been using it for a long time—their brain has come to believe it's something they need to survive. That's what these products have tricked the brain into believing. So when you take it away, it genuinely feels awful.But if you give them another activity that's exciting, interesting, and something they genuinely want to do, taking the screen away doesn't feel nearly as difficult. Over time, you can actually help them discover activities that make them feel even better than the iPad does.That's what creates a permanent habit instead of a temporary one.Behavioral psychology is pretty clear that kids are using these things because they're trying to meet a need.Rosie wasn't obsessed with Toca Boca World or cartoons because she wanted screens. She wanted adventure.Adventure is a fundamental human need for kids. You could also call it autonomy, but I like the word adventure because I think it's easier to understand. Kids need to explore, learn, and take little risks. They need that in order to feel good.I think a lot of kids are using screens to try to fill that need.So instead of simply taking screens away and leaving that need unmet, you have to backfill it.I said to Rosie, “Tonight we're not going to watch Netflix. We're going to take a break. Instead, we're going to do something you've been dying to do that I just haven't made time for yet. You're going to ride your bike to the market by yourself.”I would even say to her, “Instead of watching cartoon characters have adventures, you're going to have a real adventure yourself.”That's the difference.You're taking something that was trying—but ultimately failing—to meet a real human need and replacing it with something that actually does.When you do that, it's not nearly as hard.It goes back to what you mentioned earlier about kids saying they'd rather be with their friends than on screens. That same research also found that kids would rather be outside playing than watching screens. So you're giving them the opportunity to do the thing they actually want to do.That's really the process: figure out a replacement activity—or a replacement food—and then gradually begin taking the old thing away.The result is that your child isn't angry at you all the time. Your relationship is better because they have something wonderful replacing what they lost.More importantly, it creates a lasting habit because they're not simply complying with a rule. They're building a hobby, a skill, or a way of living that genuinely brings them pleasure and meets their needs.One of my biggest concerns with a lot of the screen advice that's out there is that it isn't permanent.Real change comes from making small but permanent changes.It's not, “We're doing a 30-day screen detox.”It's, “We don't use screens after dinner anymore,” or, “We don't use screens on Saturdays.”And that's just how our family does things now.That's how you train the brain.If you keep bringing the old habit back, you undo the learning and go right back to where you started.So I always encourage people to think small—but think permanent.Sarah: One suggestion you make is starting with something simple, like, “We don't do screens in the car.”Michaeleen: Yes.Sarah: I think that's such a great place to start. Your book is full of practical little ideas like that, so the whole thing doesn't feel overwhelming.We've been talking about some of the bigger concepts, but the book is incredibly practical.I'm working on a book myself right now, so I know how much work goes into something like this. I just want to say you did a really beautiful job balancing the theory with concrete things families can actually do.I really, really recommend it.Michaeleen: Thank you.The car is a great place to start because it's such a clear context for a child's brain.They get into the car and their brain thinks, “Screen time.”Instead, you can make the car mean, “Reading time,” or “Journaling time,” or even “Bored time.”It's a really useful place to begin because they're already somewhat contained, so it's easier to establish a new routine.Sarah: I love that.The one thing I want to ask about—and I hope you don't take this as criticism—is that some of what you've done takes a lot of time and energy privilege.Michaeleen: Yes. I think it's very similar to what I found with Hunt, Gather, Parent. There is some work up front, but I also think we dramatically underestimate how much work we're already doing when we rely on screens as babysitters or pacifiers.We tend to think that's the easy route, but even in the short term, I don't think it actually is.Sarah: That's a really good point because the fighting itself takes a lot of energy.Michaeleen: Exactly. That's ultimately what made me change and what made me want to write this book. I was just tired of arguing with Rosie about screens. I hated policing her.It's very similar to what I found with Hunt, Gather, Parent. Recently, one parent gave me some feedback that I actually thought was really insightful. She said, “I think you could have been clearer that having daily screen time—or unlimited screen time—is actually a lot of work.”And she's right.The parent is managing it every single day, moment by moment. There's constant fighting, negotiating, and policing.I'll tell you something else. Once we got ultra-processed foods out of our house, the amount of work I do around food dropped to about one-tenth of what it had been before. We actually spend less money because we're eating less.People don't realize that ultra-processed food makes you eat more. That's very well documented. Kids snack constantly when those foods are around. Rosie now eats two or three real meals a day when she's eating whole foods.So I'm actually doing much less work because those foods aren't in the house.I do agree there's some work at the beginning. Teaching Rosie to ride her bike to the market took time. But now she's 10, and she rides her bike everywhere. She bikes to piano lessons. She bikes all over town.That investment keeps paying dividends.Sarah: That's a really fair point.I had just been telling you before we started recording that, over the years, I've noticed more and more parents coming to coaching specifically because of challenges around screen time.The fights about screens, getting kids off screens—it has become such a common struggle.They just need to read your book and get some strategies.Michaeleen: I'm really just trying to encourage people that if they have that gut feeling—that sense of, “This just isn't working for our family”—it's okay to say no.There is a way to do it that doesn't require an enormous amount of ongoing work.Really, what you're doing is setting up the environment so the default becomes these other activities. You're designing things so you're not constantly policing or managing every moment.That's my biggest pushback against the idea that this approach is more work.It took a lot of work for me to figure all of this out and understand how it works—Sarah: And you did that for us.Michaeleen: Exactly.I also think the court system—and society more broadly—is slowly starting to catch up. The regulations around screen content are so far behind the technology.If you think about it, 20 years ago Rosie wouldn't have been able to walk into a movie like Jaws without a parent. There were very clear rules about what children could and couldn't see.Now I can hand her a device that gives her access to some of the most extreme content imaginable.One scientist told me that a child today can see, in about ten minutes, more pornography than our grandparents' generation would have encountered in an entire lifetime.Something is clearly out of balance.Either society has changed dramatically, or our regulations simply haven't kept pace.When you look at child exploitation, trafficking, and abuse online, it's obvious that regulation is behind.Sarah: Big Tech has so much money and so much influence that I think that's part of why the laws have fallen so far behind.Michaeleen: It absolutely is. But I also think there's this persistent myth that kids need these technologies and that they're doing so much good.One of my hopes for this book—and for the work many other researchers are doing—is that people will begin to understand that kids genuinely need help regulating this stuff.They cannot regulate it on their own.Right now, that entire burden falls on parents, and that's a tremendous amount of work.Sarah: We can't regulate it on our own, and we're grown-ups.Michaeleen: Exactly.When I first started researching this book, I interviewed a famous economist at Stanford—someone in his forties who will probably win a Nobel Prize someday. He spent our entire conversation telling me all the systems he had to build so he wouldn't look at the news while he was working.He had blocked it at the router. He'd blocked it on his computer. He'd blocked it in multiple other ways.I remember sitting there thinking, “If he has to do all of that, how is a thirteen-year-old supposed to do her homework?”That's one of the central messages of the book.This isn't about willpower.It's not about teaching kids to resist temptation through self-control.It's about teaching them to build environments where they aren't constantly tempted in the first place.That's exactly what you described earlier when you left your phone at home.You create spaces in your life where the temptation simply isn't there.That's the key to living a happier, healthier life—not relying on willpower, but learning to avoid unnecessary temptation and building habits that don't require you to fight yourself every day.Ironically, that's what ends up making life much easier.Sarah: That was another really interesting thing you talked about in your book—willpower.Michaeleen: One of the really interesting findings about willpower is that people with fewer bad habits don't actually have more willpower. They've simply arranged their lives so they're exposed to fewer temptations.Sarah: That's right. A great place to start might be something like what you did with food. You talked about not eating food on the go.Michaeleen: Exactly. No food on the go.Sarah: Baby steps.Michaeleen: Right. Or parents will tell me things like, “We don't have ultra-processed foods at breakfast.” Breakfast is actually an easy place to start. You have oatmeal. You have eggs. There are lots of simple whole-food options. So you make that one meal your starting point.That's really the idea. Start with something small.I think the same principle applies to parenting. Parenting actually becomes easier when the temptations simply aren't there. You're not constantly managing them.Sarah: When my kids were growing up—and thankfully they mostly missed all of this because my youngest is 19, so there wasn't Netflix and everything else that's available now—we had a simple family rule: no screens Monday through Thursday.Back then it was television, but they just knew that was how our family worked. If they asked, I'd simply say, “Remember, it's Wednesday. We'll watch TV on the weekend.”It was actually very easy.Michaeleen: Exactly. And that's the dopamine system at work.Their brains know what day of the week it is. We're remarkably good at keeping track of time and routines. They knew they were in your house, after school, and that there wasn't going to be TV.It's like a smoker on an airplane. Eventually the smoker's brain learns, “I'm on a plane. I can't smoke.” The craving relaxes because the brain understands the context.The same thing happens with family routines.In Israel, for example, many families observe a digital Sabbath where they unplug for a full 24 hours every week. Parents tell me their kids love it because they know that's the time they play board games, spend time outside, and do other things together.Their brains learn that weekly rhythm.Our brains naturally work this way, so we can use that tendency to make family life calmer and more peaceful.Honestly, one of my favorite outcomes is that when nine o'clock comes around, my daughter is calm and actually wants to go to bed. Whatever effort it took to establish those habits at the beginning has been completely worth it. It's peaceful now, and hopefully those routines will stay with her for years.Ironically, it was much harder for me to stop scrolling before bed than it was for her.Sarah: Do you think there's any place for moderation?For example, could Rosie ever pick up Toca Boca again and play it for a little while? Or is it more a case of, once it's gone, it's gone?Michaeleen: That's a really good question.I think there are a couple of ways to think about it.The first is simply asking whether a particular technology is worth it. Does Toca Boca actually give us something valuable enough that it's worth the possibility of bringing back arguments and struggles? Or is there something else that gives us the same benefit without those downsides?One of the goals of the book is to help parents start asking that question about technology in general: Is this actually worth it?The second question is whether your child can handle it.I use YouTube for work. I'll watch scientists explaining research, informational videos, or sometimes I'll listen to music. I also know all the tricks YouTube is playing on me, so I can use it pretty intentionally.But Rosie at ten years old?No way.YouTube is far too sophisticated for her to use purposefully.Maybe when she's sixteen, seventeen, or eighteen. Maybe fifteen. I don't know.But I'm not going to intentionally introduce it.If it becomes necessary because of school or something else, then we'll try it and see how she handles it. If she can use it well, maybe we'll continue. If she can't, then we won't.I think a lot of this is really about figuring out what your own child can handle.We don't give children alcohol or tobacco because they can't handle them. We don't give them pornography for the same reason.These technologies have entered our lives so quickly that we're all trying to answer entirely new questions.One of the most important things parents can watch is what happens afterward.How does your child behave? What's their mood like? Is it immediately, “One more. One more. One more”?If that's what's happening, then they're probably not ready for it.Sarah: Right. It's not restorative.This reminds me of a guest I had on the podcast a year or two ago. He was a former video game developer, and the episode was called How to Stop Fighting With Your Kid About Video Games.Sarah: This reminds me of something another guest said on the podcast, and I think it fits perfectly with what you're talking about.He was a former video game developer, and he said something I've never forgotten. He said, “If you're going to let your kids play video games, don't let them play anything that's free.”He said there are lots of amazing games that you actually buy because they're designed with a real story arc, real challenges, and an ending. As I was reading your book, I kept thinking about that because those paid games are designed to give you an actual reward at the end. You complete levels, you build skills, and then you finish.He wasn't talking about buying things inside free games. He meant games that you purchase outright. I remember my husband used to play The Legend of Zelda. It was a game you started and eventually finished.Michaeleen: I love that. There's so much I love about it because the business model is completely different.With free games, the longer you stay on them, the more money the company makes through advertising and in-game purchases. Their entire goal is to keep you there for as long as possible. They're holding the child inside that loop.But with purchased games, they actually want you to finish because then they hope you'll buy another game. It's almost like movies used to be. They wanted you to enjoy the experience, reach the end, and then come back for the next one.You're exactly right—they're designed to end.I think that's really beautiful advice because it highlights how much the business model shapes the experience.Sarah: That's what he said. In the free games, the commodity is your child's attention.Michaeleen: Exactly.Whereas with a purchased game, you're paying for an experience that has a beginning and an end.We've actually done something similar with movies and television. We got rid of all of our subscriptions, and honestly, we've saved a lot of money. Now, if we want to watch a movie, we buy it.We're much more intentional. We stop and ask ourselves, “Do we really want to watch this? Is it worth it?”Then, when the movie ends, we're done.I think that simple change does so much to keep you out of the wanting cycle we talked about earlier. Paying for something slows the whole process down. It makes you think about your choice, and the design itself is completely different. It's designed to leave you feeling satisfied—to let you say, “I finished it.”Sarah: It's an experience. It's an adventure. There's a reward.Michaeleen: Exactly. I love that idea. I wish I'd put it in the book. It's really good. Honestly, I didn't even realize there were that many games designed that way.Sarah: I'll send you his contact if you ever want to talk with him.I could honestly talk to you about this all day.I'm just trying to think if there's anything else I really wanted to ask, but I do want to highlight something for anyone who's still listening.This isn't a moral argument about screens or ultra-processed foods being “bad.” You make that very clear throughout the book.It's really about bringing more joy and fun back into your life because getting trapped in this cycle of wanting without ever feeling rewarded is making all of us kind of miserable.Michaeleen: That's exactly right.The first thing I hope parents take away is that this isn't their fault.This has happened incredibly quickly, and most of us don't even understand what we're up against. These products are intentionally designed by multibillion-dollar companies to capture and hold our children's attention. That's what we're competing with, and for a long time we simply haven't had the right tools.The second thing is that this isn't about taking everything away. That's a fantasy. It's not going to work.It's about figuring out what actually brings joy to you and your family, keeping those things, and letting go of the things that don't.We've also moved beyond the old idea that kids will somehow fall behind or be left out if they don't have all these technologies. There's so much evidence now showing that giving kids a phone or social media doesn't suddenly make them feel accepted or like they belong.In fact, it often does the opposite.So we can let go of that fear.Instead, we can ask, “What actually works for our family?” Then we can build the skills to get there and help our kids gradually adopt these technologies in healthy ways because they're going to be part of their lives.Almost everyone will eventually have a phone. Most kids will eventually use some form of social media, whether that's YouTube, Instagram, or whatever comes next.The question isn't whether they'll ever use it.The question is: When are they ready?And how do we help them use it in a way that still allows them to be productive?For me, that's one of the essential parenting skills of the twenty-first century: helping kids set up their environments—their computers, their workspaces, their routines—so they aren't constantly fighting temptation.Sarah: You also talk specifically about having kids work where a parent can see them because I think that's becoming a huge challenge now that so many students are issued Chromebooks at school.Sarah: You also mention having kids work where a parent can see them, because I think that's becoming a huge challenge now that so many students are issued Chromebooks at school.Everyone I've talked to—and maybe there are exceptions out there—says you can't put parental controls on school-issued devices. Kids need YouTube to watch something for school, and suddenly you've opened the door to all kinds of temptation.Every parent I know whose child has a school-issued Chromebook struggles with it.Michaeleen: Yes, and I think this is an area that's really in flux.From what I'm learning, parents are starting to push back—not only on schools issuing Chromebooks in the first place, but also on not being allowed to set them up in ways that remove things like YouTube. I think parents actually have more power than I realized.Some schools will work with families if parents speak up. You can go to the teacher or the principal and say, “This is what I want for my child's Chromebook. I don't want them to have access to YouTube,” or, “I want these restrictions in place.”Parents have more rights than I think most of us realize.I've talked with parents who are trying to get Chromebooks out of kindergarten through Grade 2 altogether. Others are asking for more limited internet access or different settings during school hours. There's really a whole spectrum of possibilities.I honestly think this is going to be one of the defining parenting issues of the next decade—the school-issued Chromebook, the school-issued iPad.For me, it just makes those screen-free gaps in the day even more important. If your child has spent the day doing schoolwork on a device, then after dinner becomes even more valuable as a screen-free time.You need a break. I need a break. We all need a break.Creating what I call sanctuaries becomes increasingly important as more of school moves onto screens. Kids need opportunities to move their bodies, relax their brains, and experience activities that are genuinely restorative.I also think there are resources available for parents who want more control over that digital space. It does take work, but as parents we sometimes hand over more authority to schools than we actually have to. We have more rights than we often realize.In fact, a lot of this is being challenged legally. There are lawsuits against school districts because some software has been given to children in ways that violate privacy protections and collect data improperly.So I think this whole area is changing, and I'm hopeful we'll eventually reach a place where, even if students are working on computers, they'll have better protections against unnecessary distractions.That's exactly how I work. I turn on an app blocker so I can't wander around the internet while I'm working. Otherwise, I'd be distracted constantly.I have a colleague who says she can't work for more than a couple of minutes before she finds herself checking something online.Sarah: I struggle with that too.It's getting easier the more I practice, but the pull—that feeling of wanting—is incredibly strong.Michaeleen: It really is. It's become a habit, and eventually you're barely even thinking about it.I remember when I first installed an app blocker. It felt so uncomfortable. I kept thinking, “But I want to check this. I want to check that.”Then it faded.It actually faded pretty quickly.Sarah: Thank you so much—not just for being here, but for writing this book. It's really remarkable.Even though I'm past the most active stage of parenting, I keep noticing the ideas from the book working their way into my own life.I have to tell you, the last couple of nights I've made brown rice instead of white rice because of something I read in the book. I love white rice, but I know I need more fiber. Honestly, once you start eating brown rice regularly, you hardly notice the difference.You've gotten me wearing a watch, eating brown rice, and leaving my phone at home when I take the dog for a walk.Michaeleen: I love that.It lets your brain relax because you're not constantly multitasking anymore.I have my watch on too. Rosie and I actually wear the same watch. To me, it's become a little symbol of this more digitally minimalist way of thinking.I was doing exactly the same thing—checking my phone every time I wanted to know the time. Eventually I thought, “Why am I using this little computer just to tell the time?”Sarah: Exactly.Well, thank you so much.Michaeleen: Thank you.Sarah: Before I let you go, I have one question that I ask every guest. It'll be interesting because I can compare your answer to what you said the last time you were on.If you could go back in time to your younger parent self, what advice would you give yourself?Michaeleen: Which age?Sarah: Any age. Go back to brand-new-mom Michaeleen. What would you tell yourself?Michaeleen: I'll give you two answers.For the baby stage, I would tell myself, “Michaeleen, just carry her all the time. Put her in the carrier and carry her. Don't worry so much about putting her down.”She was so happy whenever I carried her, and that's how so many cultures do it. The baby is simply on someone's back or on their front while life goes on. I really wish I'd done more of that because I think it would have made both of our lives much easier.For the older years, I'd tell myself to stop worrying so much that taking away the screens was going to be hard.I built it up in my mind as this enormous thing. I thought, “It's going to be so difficult to take away Netflix at night. It's going to be so difficult to take away Toca Boca.”But it wasn't.It really wasn't.Our lives became so much easier afterward, and I wish I'd been able to see that ahead of time.Sarah: Well, how could you have known?What you were seeing was the outward expression of all that wanting—the crying, the begging, the desperation. It would be so easy to mistake that for, “I'm denying my child something that brings them enormous pleasure.”I think that's an important distinction for parents.Just because your child is crying and screaming that they want something doesn't actually mean that it's bringing them pleasure or that it's good for them.Michaeleen: Exactly.Someone said something to me that I think made it into the book. A child can desperately want to spend another hour playing a video game while actually getting very little pleasure—or no pleasure—from it.That's really where the trick is.That's the hijacking.I also think Lenore's work is right. Kids really do want the offline world.They just have to experience it first.I didn't fully appreciate this before, but you can't really want something until you've experienced the joy of it yourself. Maybe you can see someone else enjoying it, but to actually build that dopamine pathway, you have to get out there and feel it yourself.You have to think, “Oh, this is wonderful. I love this.”Then your brain starts wanting more of that.Sarah: I was thinking about one family I work with. They have five kids, they run their own business, and they're incredibly busy.Their five-year-old son was having constant meltdowns and aggression, so I suggested they start tracking what happened right before those moments.When they came back, they realized that about 90 percent of the incidents were connected to screens. He was trying to get one of his parents' phones. He was trying to grab the remote from his sisters. He wanted the TV turned on or wanted it to stay on.This was actually before I read your book, so I probably could have given them even better advice afterward.But I suggested they experiment with going screen-free for a while and see whether it changed the aggression.The next time I talked to them, the dad told me that, out of pure frustration, he'd picked up the television and put it out in the garage. He basically announced, “No more TV for the rest of the summer.”The following week, the mom started texting me pictures.“Here's the girls sleeping in a fort they built on the trampoline.”“Here's our five-year-old playing with his trucks.”Picture after picture.She said, “I think this is going to be the best summer ever without TV.”Michaeleen: I love that story.I really do.And it's easier.It's easier.All he did was move the TV into the garage.That's amazing.That's exactly the advice I'd give myself.Just do it. Trust your instincts. Do it.Sarah: Do it.Well, thank you so much. I really appreciate you coming back on the podcast.As always, it's been such a pleasure talking with you, and you've written another wonderful book to add to the parenting canon.Michaeleen: Thank you so much for having me. It was truly a pleasure to come back.Sarah: Thanks so much.We'll put links to everything we talked about in the show notes, along with your website. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit sarahrosensweet.substack.com/subscribe

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"Mighty Real: A history of LGBTQ music, 1969-2000" is the culmination of Barry Walters' forty years of writing for the Village Voice, Spin and Rolling Stone. The book tells the story of music by and for the LGBTQ community, and how that music has influenced the music industry. Walters, who came out in his own review of the Pet Shop Boys, will share personal stories and talk about his New York roots. Our guest: Barry Walters, author of "Mighty Real: A History of LGBTQ Music 1969-2000"---Connections is supported by listeners like you. Head to our donation page to become a WXXI member today, support the show, and help us close the gap created by the rescission of federal funding.---Connections airs every weekday from noon-2 p.m. Join the conversation with questions or comments by phone at 1-844-295-TALK (8255) or 585-263-9994, email, Facebook or Twitter. Connections is also livestreamed on the WXXI News YouTube channel each day. You can watch live or access previous episodes here.---Do you have a story that needs to be shared? Pitch your story to Connections.