Podcasts about Contextual

No matter what your leadership looks like, the more context you have, the better a leader you are to those around you. In this episode, John Maxwell shares a list of 9 kinds of context that empower you to make your most effective leadership decisions!  After his lesson, Mark Cole and Traci Morrow sit down to have a conversation about what John has shared and give you practical ways to apply it to your life and leadership.  Key takeaways:  Leaders must humbly seek information, even if it feels vulnerable.  Collaboration is so important in learning how to lead and how to make decisions.  Leaders who don't listen will eventually be surrounded by people who have nothing to say.  Our BONUS resource for this episode is the Value of Contextual Leadership Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John's teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/Context and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.”  Take the next step in your growth journey and become a Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Member. Click here to speak with a Program Advisor today!   References:  Watch this episode on YouTube!  Enroll in the 21 Laws of Leadership online course for $199 (reg. $1050)  Courage to Continue Podcast Episode  Become a World-Class Leader Podcast Episode  Are you a young leader? Take our Next Generation Leader survey and receive The Mentor's Guide to Everyday Challenges for FREE!  Learn more about the 5 Levels of Leadership Workshop for your teams!  Join the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team  Shop the Maxwell Leadership Online Store 

Most marketers will remember Apple's 1984 ad.  Many consider it the “greatest ad of all time”.  But you probably don't know that just 12 months earlier, Apple released a similar ad that failed.  Why?  Today on Nudge, bestselling author and storytelling expert Will Storr explains why.  ---  Access the bonus episode: https://nudge.kit.com/0d88279296 Read Will's book: https://shorturl.at/yUGRC Visit Will's website: https://www.thescienceofstorytelling.com/ Sign up for my newsletter: https://www.nudgepodcast.com/mailing-list Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/phill-agnew-22213187/ Watch Nudge on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nudgepodcast/ ---  Sources: Bransford, J. D., & Johnson, M. K. (1972). Contextual prerequisites for understanding: Some investigations of comprehension and recall. Journal of Verbal Learning and Verbal Behavior, 11(6), 717–726. Flock Associates – Recife Sport club: Immortal Fans. Integrated Campaign by Ogilvy Brazil. https://youtu.be/E99ijQScSB8?si=TS3poMArJIqb-FtE Muth, C., Pepperell, R., & Carbon, C.-C. (2013). Give me Gestalt! Preference for cubist artworks revealing high detectability of objects. Leonardo, 46(5), 488–489. Walker, R., & Glenn, J. (2009). Significant Objects. Retrieved from https://significantobjects.com/ Wiessner, P. W. (2014). Embers of society: Firelight talk among the Ju/'hoansi Bushmen. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences USA, 111(39), 14027–14035. https://doi.org/10.1073/pnas.1404212111

In a rapidly changing culture, especially in dynamic environments like college towns, discipleship requires more than just a good curriculum, it demands discernment, intentionality, and a deep understanding of the people we serve. As small group leaders and disciple-makers, we must be attuned to our unique ministry contexts and ready to engage with both clarity and compassion.In this episode of Group Answers, host Brian Daniel welcomes Senior Pastor Rob Tims to share his experience leading a local church in Athens, Georgia - a vibrant college town filled with energy, diversity, and complexity. Pastor Rob unpacks the importance of understanding cultural context in ministry and how it shapes the way discipleship is approached. He emphasizes building a shared vision with church leadership, navigating cultural tensions, and clearly articulating church values so that members feel a sense of ownership and belonging.If this episode encouraged or equipped you, please take a moment to rate and review the podcast, and share it with another leader who is seeking to make disciples with wisdom and intentionality.SHOW LINKS: The 4 Disciplines of ExecutionCLICK HERE to read the report from Lifeway Research about the state of groups.

Ever feel like you're stuck in your own professional bubble, wondering how to actually make connections that matter? Michelle dives in with Veronica Perondi of LEAD San Diego into what it really takes to break out, build a brag-worthy network, and get your seat at the table. From Michelle's personal experience with the program to redefining networking and why you need to join a local leadership program, this convo is all about mixing curiosity, community, and leadership together.   Veronica Perondi is the Executive Director of LEAD San Diego, the leadership development arm of the San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce. In this role, she leads strategic initiatives to connect and empower leaders across sectors, fostering collaboration and innovation to address regional challenges and create meaningful community impact. With over a decade of experience in creating outcome-driven programs, Veronica is dedicated to fostering learning and personal development at every opportunity. Before joining LEAD San Diego, she held leadership roles at San Diego State University where she oversaw programs that reinforced the connection between learning, leadership and community impact. Veronica holds a bachelor's degree in international relations from San Francisco State University and a master's degree in educational leadership from San Diego State University. ------------------------ In today's episode, we cover the following: What LEAD San Diego is and their impact Interdisciplinary learning What makes someone a leader Reframing the definition of networking and connecting on LinkedIn Inside of the LAP Program Social learning and group dynamics Personal growth with community Contextual learning: geographic and topic-based sessions Showing up as yourself in leadership Michelle's journey going through LEAD How to find your local leadership program ----------------------- RESOURCES: Episode 087: Client Case Study - So Diego ----------------------- GUEST INFO: To learn more about LEAD San Diego, follow them on Facebook and Instagram @LEADSanDiego or their website SDChamber.org/Lead/ ----------------------- Your designs deserve the front page—literally. Searchlight Digital is the women-led SEO and Google Ads agency that helps creative businesses get seen, not just admired. Use code KMA100 at searchlightdigital.ca for $100 off a 60-minute Pick My Brain call and finally get found. ----------------------- WORK WITH MKW CREATIVE CO.   Connect on social with Michelle at: Kiss My Aesthetic Facebook Group Instagram Tik Tok ----------------------- Did you know that the fuel of the POD and the KMA Team runs on coffee? ;) If you love the content shared in the KMA podcast, you're welcome to invite us to a cup of coffee any time - Buy Me a Coffee! ----------------------- This episode is brought to you by Zencastr. Create high quality video and audio content. Get your first two weeks free at https://zencastr.com/?via=kma. ----------------------- This episode of the Kiss My Aesthetic Podcast is brought to you by Audible. Get your first month free at www.audible.com/kma.   This episode was edited by Berta Wired Theme music by: Eliza Rosevera and Nathan Menard

Na série de conversas descontraídas com cientistas, chegou a vez da Psicóloga, Mestrado em Análise do Comportamento e Doutorado em Psicologia Clínica, Renatha El Rafihi Ferreira.Só vem!>> OUÇA (92min 21s)*Naruhodo! é o podcast pra quem tem fome de aprender. Ciência, senso comum, curiosidades, desafios e muito mais. Com o leigo curioso, Ken Fujioka, e o cientista PhD, Altay de Souza.Edição: Reginaldo Cursino.http://naruhodo.b9.com.br*APOIO: PODCAST ALÔ CIÊNCIA? - NOVA TEMPORADAIlustríssima ouvinte, ilustríssimo ouvinte, este recado especial é dos nossos amigos do podcast “Alô, Ciência?”, que está com uma nova temporada no ar!Com a série “Nós na Evolução”, você vai acompanhar como nós, seres humanos, interferimos na evolução das espécies.São 6 episódios que abordam temas que vão desde a domesticação dos cães, o surgimento da agricultura, a relação do ser humano com as extinções de mamíferos gigantes, até os dias de hoje, com a urbanização, as superbactérias e os impactos das mudanças climáticas.Há mais de 8 anos, o "Alô, Ciência?" traz discussões no formato de mesa redonda, conectando ciência à sociedade, cultura e política.Mas, nesta nova temporada, a proposta é diferente: um formato narrativo, cheio de histórias envolventes, múltiplas entrevistas, relatos pessoais e uma imersão sonora que vai te transportar para o centro desses temas.A nova temporada do "Alô, Ciência?" já está disponível em todos os aplicativos de podcast. Então, não perca!No Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/episode/7LtLsW3zRbp9CiQDZbKIXQ?si=RRuuDWSfRm6VMmC8SdPN4A*Renatha El Rafihi Ferreira é Professora Associada do Departamento de Psicologia Clínica da Universidade de São Paulo e Professora Subsidiária do Departamento de Psiquiatria da USP.É também Orientadora no Programa de Pós-Graduação em Psicologia Clínica e no programa de Pós-Graduação em Psiquiatria, ambos da Universidade de São Paulo.É Mestre em Análise do Comportamento pela Universidade Estadual de Londrina e Doutora (aprovada com louvor) em Psicologia Clínica pela Universidade de São Paulo, com Pós-Doutorado e Livre-Docência pela Universidade de São Paulo.Realizou estágios de pesquisa no exterior durante o doutorado (Guy's and St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust - London, UK) e pós-doutorado (Virginia Tech - USA).Foi Certificada por Notório Saber em Psicologia do Sono pela Associação Brasileira do Sono - ABS e Sociedade Brasileira de Psicologia - SBP. É autora e revisora de artigos científicos em periódicos nacionais e internacionais. Editorial Board da BMC Psychology e do JCBS - Journal of Contextual and Behavioral Science. Membro da American Psychological Association (APA), da Association for Contextual Behavioral Science (ACBS), da Associação Brasileira do Sono (ABS) , da Sociedade Brasileira de Psicologia (SBP), e da Associação Brasileira de Psicoterapia e Medicina Comportamental (ABPMC).Linhas de pesquisa: Psicologia do sono; Psicoterapia Comportamental; Psicoterapias comportamentais e contextuais para insônia e outras queixas de sofrimento mental em adultos; Desenvolvimento e implementação de tecnologias baseadas na ciência comportamental e contextual para saúde e políticas públicas.Lattes: http://lattes.cnpq.br/7333817930895569*APOIE O NARUHODO!O Altay e eu temos duas mensagens pra você.A primeira é: muito, muito obrigado pela sua audiência. Sem ela, o Naruhodo sequer teria sentido de existir. Você nos ajuda demais não só quando ouve, mas também quando espalha episódios para familiares, amigos - e, por que não?, inimigos.A segunda mensagem é: existe uma outra forma de apoiar o Naruhodo, a ciência e o pensamento científico - apoiando financeiramente o nosso projeto de podcast semanal independente, que só descansa no recesso do fim de ano.Manter o Naruhodo tem custos e despesas: servidores, domínio, pesquisa, produção, edição, atendimento, tempo... Enfim, muitas coisas para cobrir - e, algumas delas, em dólar.A gente sabe que nem todo mundo pode apoiar financeiramente. E tá tudo bem. Tente mandar um episódio para alguém que você conhece e acha que vai gostar.A gente sabe que alguns podem, mas não mensalmente. E tá tudo bem também. Você pode apoiar quando puder e cancelar quando quiser. O apoio mínimo é de 15 reais e pode ser feito pela plataforma ORELO ou pela plataforma APOIA-SE. Para quem está fora do Brasil, temos até a plataforma PATREON.É isso, gente. Estamos enfrentando um momento importante e você pode ajudar a combater o negacionismo e manter a chama da ciência acesa. Então, fica aqui o nosso convite: apóie o Naruhodo como puder.bit.ly/naruhodo-no-orelo

In this special bonus episode, we celebrate the release of Opening Space, the new book by Shannon Kiser, Director of Fresh Expressions. Shannon shares the inspiration behind the book, drawn from Luke 5, and what it means to "open space" for church in everyday places.You'll hear real-life stories, reflections from leaders, and an invitation to take faithful next steps—whether you're a pastor, pioneer, or just feeling a holy nudge. Plus, learn how to access a free Luke 5 study guide and join our Summer Book Club.This episode invites you to reimagine what church can be—right where you are.

Hur lyckas man bygga varumärke, kundlojalitet och tillväxt i ett retail-landskap där konsumenten kräver relevans, tillgänglighet och sömlösa upplevelser? Just det här ska vi prata om i dagens avsnitt av Retail & Fastighetspodden I takt med att gränserna mellan fysisk och digital handel suddas ut, formas en ny era av retail. Det handlar inte längre om att bara finnas där kunden är - utan om att skapa en integrerad, interaktiv resa där online och offline möts på kundens villkor. Contextual retail har blivit ett nyckelbegrepp: konsumenten förväntar sig att kunna handla var som helst, när som helst - via appar, sociala medier eller i butik. Men vad krävs egentligen för att navigera i denna komplexa verklighet? Är det rätt e-handelsstrategi, närvaro i fysisk miljö – eller en uthållig kombination? För att ta reda på det träffar vi Sebastian Öhrn, grundaren av det svenska skomärket Myrqvist. Sedan starten 2016 har Myrqvist vuxit till ett starkt varumärke genom att förena traditionellt hantverk med en modern direkt-till-konsument-modell - ett exempel på hur nytänkande och affärsmässig fingertoppskänsla kan skapa framgång i dagens föränderliga handelsklimat. Trevlig lyssning!

Pastor Drew Zylstra preaches from Titus 2:1-10, “Contextual Teaching.” —————————— More from Oostburg CRC Sermons: https://www.firstcrcoostburg.org/sermons Bible Study Resources: https://www.firstcrcoostburg.org/resources Original Music: https://open.spotify.com/album/4P7JbJlHzabPNW8GpdxKcB YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJSouYxM1rwWZ4cYAvTIqVA

Ari Paparo speaks with Matthew Doherty, CEO of EXTE North America, about the company's recent rebranding and its approach to entering the U.S. market. They cover EXTE's contextual targeting technology, how its optimization functions across various media environments, and the challenges of fitting into existing ad tech workflows. The discussion also explores broader industry topics such as supply-side developments and the influence of creativity on performance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What happens when theology mirrors culture more than it reflects Scripture?In this work, I critically examine how contextual theology, though essential for global Christian witness, becomes dangerous when it elevates experience, politics, or ideology above the authority of the Word. From the Prosperity Gospel in Africa to moral drift in the UK, I argue for a contextual theology that is rooted in Scripture and led by the Spirit.

What happens when theology mirrors culture more than it reflects Scripture?In this work, I critically examine how contextual theology, though essential for global Christian witness, becomes dangerous when it elevates experience, politics, or ideology above the authority of the Word. From the Prosperity Gospel in Africa to moral drift in the UK, I argue for a contextual theology that is rooted in Scripture and led by the Spirit.

Episode 115: In this episode, Kate sits down with Jordan Thomas to talk about his new book When It All Burns: Fighting Fire in a Transformed World. It might not be the conversation you expect, opening by exploring fire's centrality to what it is to be human and how relational and contextual fire is. Jordan guides us through the last ten thousand years of fire use by Indigenous communities. Jordan then does a dive into understanding the intertwining of fire and capitalism through the last 300 years, culminating in the last decade or so of megafires, fueled by climate change. Jordan is an anthropologist and former wildland firefighter and while he's sharing how fire has transformed our world, he also shares how the process of writing this book transformed him, and the joy, grief, trauma, and love he goes through in his search to better understand fire. The conversation winds down talking about prescribed burns and using fire with intention. In the end, Kate and Jordan come back around to relationships and how much they matter in exploring how humanity might once again shift their relationship with fire. Jordan's Book: When It All Burns: Fighting Fire in a Transformed WorldReference Episodes:Episode 112: Mariah Blake on PFAS, Chemicals in Firefighting Episode 61:Robbie Krapfel on Fighting FireEpisode 95: Brock Dolman on Fire, Water, and BeaversEpisode 72: Ben Goldfarb on Beavers, Built and Natural Worlds Episode 85: John Vaillant on FireEpisode 93: John Perlin on our Relationship to Wood and ForestsEpisode 113: Marguerite Holloway on Our Relationship to ForestsSupport Kate: PatreonSubstackPayPal-Leave a One Time TipSponsored By:REDMOND REAL SALT: Use code MINDBODYSOIL_15 for 15% off at Redmond.lifeAffiliates:FIELD COMPANY CAST IRON: fieldcompany.com/kate_kavanaughBAHÉ FOOTWEAR: Use the code ‘Kate10' for 10% off. HOME OF WOOL: 10% off Home of

Who disciples us shapes how we disciple others. In this episode, Jessie Horney and Heather Jallad explore the powerful connection between being discipled and making disciples. Jessie shares the story of launching the Wonder School—a journey that not only transformed her personal approach to disciple-making but also shifted her church's entire posture toward mission and church planting. Whether you're rethinking discipleship or dreaming about new forms of church, this conversation offers practical wisdom and inspiration for the road ahead.

In this episode of the AdTechGod Pod, Ria Madrid, Vice President of Advertising at WURL, shares her unique journey into the advertising technology space, discussing her experiences at XUMO and the transition to WURL. She emphasizes the importance of performance marketing in connected TV (CTV) and how her background has equipped her to build effective advertising strategies. Ria also highlights the role of innovation and AI in the industry, the challenges and opportunities for female leaders in ad tech, and the significance of building relationships within the community. Takeaways Ria's journey into ad tech was unexpected but rewarding. The advertising industry is constantly evolving and exciting. Building a strong team is crucial for success in startups. Performance marketing is becoming increasingly important in CTV. Economic challenges can drive innovation and value in advertising. WURL focuses on helping publishers drive more value for each impression. Contextual targeting is key for effective advertising strategies. AI and technology are rapidly changing the advertising landscape. Building relationships is essential for success in ad tech. Being authentic and vulnerable can lead to greater professional growth. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Ria Madrid and WURL 03:00 Ria's Journey into Advertising and Ad Tech 08:57 Transitioning from Xumo to WURL 11:57 Building Advertising Strategies at WURL 15:51 The Future of CTV and Performance Marketing 21:07 Innovation and AI in Advertising 23:00 Being a Female Leader in Ad Tech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As in the case of Nedarim, in Shevuot the precise meaning of the language used is critically important. Nevertheless, Abaye teaches us, context can provide a very different interpretation of an individual's intentionSource Sheet

Discipleship doesn't start in a classroom—it starts in the wild. Jessie Cruickshank shares how our brains are wired for experiential learning and how the most powerful discipleship often happens through story, movement, and Holy Spirit-led moments on the go. In this episode, we explore why God invites us to learn through real-life experiences and how time in the wilderness might just be the most transformative classroom of all.

Fresh from last week's discussion of Mickey Mouse, Chris and Alex are once again joined by Dr David McGowan (Lecturer in the Contextual and Theoretical Studies of Animation at the University of the Arts London) to map the mythology of the Golden Age of Animation, and in particular how this phase of the medium's history has been framed in relation to the cartoon's move from silent to sound technology but also its emergent stability and security as an industrial art form. Listen as they cover animation's artistic recognition, questions of distribution, and the economic dominance of the major players in Hollywood cartoon production; the precise terms of ‘golden' as a descriptor for the business of U.S. commercial animation, but also how alternate histories and representations suggest its limits for certain studios and identities; technological innovation, Disney-level aesthetic qualities, and the solidification of ‘full animation'; and the sentimentality afforded to the Golden Age as a period defined as much by dead ends as the heralding of animation's growing prestige and ambition.

How can you talk about hotels in a way that inspires and informs your clients? Joining Whitney this week is Madeline Steuber to shine a spotlight on the art of hotel and experience recommendations in the travel industry. Fresh from a FAM trip to Cape Town, they discuss the pitfalls of using superlatives (“the best hotel,” “must stay”) without context, emphasizing the importance of thoughtful, client-centered matching. And they dive into differentiating between luxury properties, understanding client priorities, and asking better discovery questions to ensure every traveler is matched with their ideal stay—not just “the best” one.

For this new episode of the podcast, Chris and Alex try and do justice to the global stardom of perhaps the most famous animated character of them all - Mickey Mouse. They are joined by David McGowan, who is Lecturer in the Contextual and Theoretical Studies of Animation at the University of the Arts London, as well as author of Animated Personalities: Cartoon Characters and Stardom in American Theatrical Shorts (Austin: University of Texas Press, 2019), to explore Mickey's enduring celebrity both on and off the animated screen as well as contradictory elements to his stardom that supported his move from cartoon protagonist to animated icon. Listen as the trio discuss Mickey's shifting star persona and performance style across the three shorts The Karnival Kid (Walt Disney & Ub Iwerks, 1929), Mickey Steps Out (Burt Gillet, 1931), and Clock Cleaners (Ben Sharpsteen, 1937) to map the character in relation to several topics, including cartoon aesthetics and Disney animation's shift from plasmaticness to hyper-realist registers of representation; romance narratives and the extra-textual coupling of Mickey with Minnie Mouse; the cartoon's move away from self-reflexivity towards the rounding out of “personality animation”; Mickey's musicality and modernity, as well as the character's similarities to Felix the Cat and other animated celebrities of the period; and how Mickey's links to values of sincerity, intimacy, and humanity perfectly position him as the quintessential animated star. **Fantasy/Animation theme tune composed by Francisca Araujo** **As featured on Feedspot's 25 Best London Education Podcasts**

Welcome to a brand-new episode of All Things Considered CX! In today's thought-provoking conversation, host Bob Azman sits down with customer service experience leader Alex Mead for a candid look at what's wrong with today's CX practices—and how real transformation starts by getting back to the basics.Alex dives deep into his unique CSX (Customer Service Experience) philosophy and why he's on a mission to separate service from the marketing noise that's “ruining customer experience.”You'll hear Alex passionately break down his EPIC framework—Easy, Personalized, Intuitive, and Contextual—and share hard-won insights on making technology like AI work for the customer, instead of just chasing cost savings.If you're ready for an honest, sometimes unfiltered discussion about the pain points customers really face, and how practitioners, not just consultants, can drive CX that actually works, this episode is for you. Get inspired to challenge the status quo, put customer needs first, and advocate for change that adds real value—all while picking up actionable ideas to elevate your own customer service game.Tune in as we kick off a new season with practical wisdom, industry stories, and a no-nonsense approach to CX that will have you rethinking everything you thought you knew about customer experience.

Welcome to a brand-new episode of All Things Considered CX! In today's thought-provoking conversation, host Bob Azman sits down with customer service experience leader Alex Mead for a candid look at what's wrong with today's CX practices—and how real transformation starts by getting back to the basics.Alex dives deep into his unique CSX (Customer Service Experience) philosophy and why he's on a mission to separate service from the marketing noise that's “ruining customer experience.”You'll hear Alex passionately break down his EPIC framework—Easy, Personalized, Intuitive, and Contextual—and share hard-won insights on making technology like AI work for the customer, instead of just chasing cost savings.If you're ready for an honest, sometimes unfiltered discussion about the pain points customers really face, and how practitioners, not just consultants, can drive CX that actually works, this episode is for you. Get inspired to challenge the status quo, put customer needs first, and advocate for change that adds real value—all while picking up actionable ideas to elevate your own customer service game.Tune in as we kick off a new season with practical wisdom, industry stories, and a no-nonsense approach to CX that will have you rethinking everything you thought you knew about customer experience.

Roz shares how the 12 Steps and the way of Jesus intersect in powerful ways—through confession, reconciliation, and the deep recognition that we can't save ourselves. In this episode, you'll hear how Roz's personal journey with recovery has transformed his ministry, reshaped his church, and led to authentic connections with the recovery community. Discover how Fresh Expressions naturally makes space for healing, honesty, and hope—and why discipleship and recovery may have more in common than you think.

The letters to the seven churches in Revelation 2-3 are possibly some of the best known parts of the apocalypic book, mainly due to their accessibility compared to the rest of it. But how should we read these seven letters? Are they examples of the history or eras of the church? Are they addressed to different types of church today? Are they symbolic? And why all the Old Testament references?Join Alex, Chris & Jo as they discuss these significant chapters, give some good background information that help make sense of what John is writing, and then talk aboput how we might be able to bring some meaning to us today. For the one who has ears to hear...Resources"Revelation (NIV Application Commentary)" by Dr Craig Keener– A detailed analysis that bridges the historical-cultural context and application for today."The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New Testament" by Dr Craig Keener – Offers essential historical and cultural insights on the New Testament, including Revelation."Discipleship on the Edge" by Darrell W. Johnson – A study on Revelation that considers its relevance for Christian discipleship."Reading Revelation Responsibly" by Michael J. Gorman – A user-friendly guide to understanding the apocalyptic message of Revelation without fear or misinterpretation.Big thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast. Get more info at Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram.Subscribe to Bible Streams on Apple, Spotify, Google, and Amazon.

Our dear friend, Darren Johnston, returns to the show once more to drop knowledge, drip swagger, discuss influence, and more. We talk recycling of menswear but without context, utility, seasonal dressing confusion, check it out!

In this episode, Dr. Jeff Langmaid dives into a groundbreaking 2025 study from Frontiers in Psychology that reveals how the context of your care—everything from your words and tone to the cleanliness of your practice—can dramatically influence patient outcomes in musculoskeletal pain. Dr. Jeff unpacks the powerful concept of “contextual effects,” which go far beyond the placebo and play a critical role in healing. He shares actionable clinical pearls on leveraging empathy, clarity, and positive expectations to drive better results for your patients.Episode Notes: Contextual effects in musculoskeletal pain: are we overlooking essential factors?The Best Objective Assessment of the Cervical Spine- Provide reliable assessments and exercises for Neuromuscular Control, Proprioception, Range of Motion, and Sensorimotor-Integration. Learn more at NeckCare.comTurncloud EHR- Minimalist design, without being sparse. Practical, yet elegant. Turncloud's design was to find the most efficient path in a day in the life of a chiropractic office. Connect with their team at www.turncloud.com Patient Pilot by The Smart Chiropractor is the fastest, easiest to generate weekly patient reactivations on autopilot…without spending any money on advertising. Click here to schedule a call with our team.Our members use research to GROW their practice. Are you interested in increasing your referrals? Discover the best chiropractic marketing you aren't currently using right here!

Anne shares how a quick pivot during the pandemic became a global digital community where people are finding connection and experiencing daily discipleship. In this episode, you'll hear the story of unexpected innovation, the challenges of digital ministry, and how the Spirit is forming authentic faith communities—even online. Whether you're exploring new ways to do church or wondering what digital discipleship can really look like, Anne's story offers encouragement, insight, and a fresh take on what's possible.

Today on the Salesforce Admins Podcast, we talk to Mehmet Orun, SVP, GM, and Data Strategist at PeerNova. Join us as we chat about how to use Data Cloud to create trustworthy AI experiences. You should subscribe for the full episode, but here are a few takeaways from our conversation with Mehmet Orun. How Data […] The post How Data Cloud Enhances Contextual AI for Salesforce Admins appeared first on Salesforce Admins.

In this episode of The Crux True Survival Story Podcast, hosts Julie Henningsen and Kaycee McIntosh explore the harrowing experience of Rear Admiral Richard Evelyn Byrd in Antarctica during the winter of 1934. Byrd, already famous for his polar explorations, volunteered for a solo mission to collect meteorological data in a tiny buried shack during the Antarctic winter. With temperatures plummeting to -70°F in perpetual darkness, Byrd's scientific dedication was tested when his poorly ventilated stove began leaking carbon monoxide, slowly poisoning him over months. Despite his deteriorating health, he continued his meteorological observations and initially concealed his condition during radio check-ins to prevent endangering potential rescuers. After a failed first attempt, a rescue team led by Dr. Thomas Poulter finally reached Byrd, finding him emaciated but alive. Byrd's ordeal, which he later documented in his book "Alone," not only contributed valuable scientific data but influenced isolation studies for military and space programs and led to the prohibition of solo Antarctic missions. The episode presents a remarkable testament to human endurance in one of Earth's most unforgiving environments. 00:00 Welcome to the Crux True Survival Story Podcast 00:31 Setting the Scene: Antarctica, 1934 01:00 Meet Rear Admiral Richard Evelyn Bird 01:27 Bird's Polar Expeditions 04:25 The Second Antarctic Expedition 06:14 Bird's Solo Winter Mission 07:52 Life in Isolation 12:08 The Silent Killer: Carbon Monoxide 18:04 Struggling with the Stove 19:17 Bird's Deteriorating Condition 19:52 Maintaining the Facade 22:04 Rescue Mission Begins 25:25 Second Rescue Attempt 27:53 Bird's Return and Recovery 30:36 Legacy and Impact 33:18 Epilogue and Final Thoughts   Email us! thecruxsurvival@gmail.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thecruxpodcast/ Get schooled by Julie in outdoor wilderness medicine! https://www.headwatersfieldmedicine.com/ Primary Sources Byrd, Richard E. (1938). Alone. G.P. Putnam's Sons. [Byrd's personal memoir of his five months at Advance Base] Byrd, Richard E. (1935). Discovery: The Story of the Second Byrd Antarctic Expedition. G.P. Putnam's Sons. Byrd, Richard E. (1930). Little America: Aerial Exploration in the Antarctic, The Flight to the South Pole. G.P. Putnam's Sons. Poulter, Thomas C. (1935). "The Advance Base Rescue." Proceedings of the American Philosophical Society, 79(4), 593-609. [First-hand account of the rescue mission by Dr. Poulter] Byrd Antarctic Expedition Papers, 1925-1938. Ohio State University Archives & Special Collections. [Includes original journals, logbooks, and correspondence] Secondary Sources Hoyt, Edwin P. (1968). The Last Explorer: The Adventures of Admiral Byrd. John Day Company. Rose, Lisle A. (2008). Explorer: The Life of Richard E. Byrd. University of Missouri Press. Goerler, Raimund E. (1998). To the Pole: The Diary and Notebook of Richard E. Byrd, 1925-1927. Ohio State University Press. Beekman, Daniel (2014). "The Worst Journey in the World: Admiral Richard E. Byrd's Lonely Antarctic Winter." Weatherwise, 67(5), 18-25. Murphy, David Thomas (2002). German Exploration of the Polar World: A History, 1870-1940. University of Nebraska Press. [Provides context for international polar exploration] Darack, Ed (2011). "Against the Cold: Admiral Byrd's Dangerous Antarctic Winter." Alpinist, 13, 54-61. Demas, Coleen (2016). "Searching for Admiral Byrd's Antarctic Advance Base." Antarctic Sun, National Science Foundation. [Information on the 2016 search for the Advance Base] Johnson, Charles W. (1971). Antarctica: First Person Accounts. Dodd, Mead & Company. Pyne, Stephen J. (1986). The Ice: A Journey to Antarctica. University of Washington Press. [Contextual information on Antarctic exploration] Sullivan, Walter (1957). Quest for a Continent: The Story of Antarctic Exploration by the Men Who Did It. McGraw-Hill.

In this episode of Marketecture, Ari Paparo sits down with Gary Mittman, CEO of KERV.ai, to discuss how AI-driven video analysis is transforming contextual relevance and shopability. Mittman explains how KERV's technology identifies key moments in video content to enable dynamic, targeted ad placements, creating new opportunities for publishers and advertisers. The conversation covers use cases with major media companies, the role of AI in ad compliance, and the challenges of integrating contextual targeting into the evolving ad tech landscape. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The more you talk about your offers, the more sales you'll make. That may seem aggressive and insincere, but talking about your offers doesn't have to mean making hard sales pitches every day—instead you can mention your offers frequently within the context of your daily life, and in doing so, you'll build trust and familiarity with what you sell.    Get on the waitlist for FBA: https://jillfitfree.com/fba-waitlist/   Jill is a fitness professional and business coach who effectively made the transition from training clients in person and having no time to build anything else to training clients online and actually being more successful. Today, Jill helps other coaches to do the same.   Connect with me! Instagram: @jillfit | @fitbizu Facebook: @jillfit Website: jillfit.com

In this thought-provoking episode of "Father and Joe," hosts Joe Rockey and Father Boniface delve into the intricate relationship between personal context and scriptural interpretation. Drawing from recent discussions on St. Joseph and St. Peter, Joe raises a compelling question about the expectations we bring to our understanding of the Bible and our relationship with God. Is it necessary to inject personal experiences and interpretations into the scriptural texts, or does such contextualization risk muddying the waters of divine truth?Father Boniface offers insightful reflections, drawing on historical-critical research to explore the nuance of scriptural narratives. He highlights the importance of understanding the historical and cultural contexts of the Bible, while also emphasizing the inherent necessity and power of bringing oneself into prayerful engagement with Scripture. This episode invites listeners to see beyond the rigid lines often perceived in scriptural stories and to embrace the multifaceted journey of faith, incorporating personal insights and historical contexts.Through a discussion on figures like St. Peter and historical accounts like the slaughter of the innocents, this episode challenges us to think deeply about how our personal human experiences and the vast tapestry of human history intersect with the sacred texts and our divine relationship. Furthermore, the conversation extends into an exploration of common human struggles, such as the perilous dance with idols like money, power, and honor.Joe posits that the relationship with money, often emphasized by Jesus in Scripture, is a profound point of connection between ancient biblical times and the challenges faced by people today. Father Boniface expands on this theme, encouraging a self-examination of what idols we might unwittingly serve.Listeners will find this episode to be a rich tapestry of theological exploration, historical understanding, and personal reflection, encouraging each individual to bring their whole selves into their spiritual journey and relationship with God.podcast, spirituality, Bible study, faith, relationship with God, St. Joseph, St. Peter, scripture interpretation, personal insight, theological discussion, historical context, Chosen series, historical-critical research, prayer, salvation history, human sciences, Jesus, divine relationship, spiritual direction, idolatry, power struggles, honor, pleasure, money in the Bible, ancient Rome, Hebrews, storytelling, faith journey, spiritual challenges, God's call, religious exploration, faith conversations, divine truth, community, personal growth, belief, spiritual reflection, understanding faith#Podcast #Spirituality #BibleStudy #Faith #RelationshipWithGod #StJoseph #StPeter #Scripture #PersonalInsight #Theology #HistoricalContext #ChooseSeries #Prayer #SalvationHistory #HumanSciences #Jesus #DivineRelationship #SpiritualDirection #Idolatry #PowerStruggles #Honor #Pleasure #MoneyInTheBible #AncientRome #Hebrews #Storytelling #FaithJourney #SpiritualChallenges #GodsCall #ReligiousExploration #FaithConversations #DivineTruth #Community #PersonalGrowth #Belief #SpiritualReflection #UnderstandingFaith

Aman Singh is Co-founder and CTO of Contextual AI, a company helping enterprises deploy AI and agents with accuracy, control, and safety. Founded by the team that pioneered Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), Contextual is building next-generation AI that is deeply specialized to each business — answering with the context of your organization, not just the internet. With customers like Qualcomm and over $100 million raised from Greycroft, Lightspeed, Bain Capital Ventures, and Nvidia, Contextual is fast becoming one of the most important startups in enterprise AI. Aman leads the company’s technology development and brings a deep background in research engineering. He previously worked at Hugging Face, a leading force in open-source AI, and at Meta’s FAIR lab, where he contributed to the development of RAG and cutting-edge multimodal models. He holds a master’s in computer science from NYU, where he focused on the intersection of language and vision. Sign up for new podcasts and our newsletter, and email me on danieldarling@focal.vcSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How has the Fresh Expressions movement transformed discipleship in the inherited church over the past two decades? In this episode, Dave shares insights from the UK on how Fresh Expressions not only reaches new people but also activates discipleship in fresh ways, empowering the priesthood of all believers.We explore how Fresh Expressions fosters a culture of disciple-making and why the Church of England's Fruitfulness Framework is pushing the conversation toward new metrics for measuring church impact. If you're passionate about church renewal, this conversation will challenge and inspire you!

What does it take to invent a foundational AI paradigm — and then build a company to bring it to the enterprise? In this episode of Founded & Funded, Madrona Partner Jon Turow sits down with Douwe Kiela, co-founder and CEO of Contextual AI and the co-inventor of RAG (Retrieval Augmented Generation). They dive into the origins of RAG, its misunderstood role in the enterprise, and how Contextual is redefining what production-grade AI systems can do. Douwe shares what most companies get wrong about RAG, why chunking shouldn't matter, how to think about hallucinations, and what founders need to know in the era of RAG agents. Transcript: https://madrona.com/rag-inventor-talks-agents-grounded-ai-and-enterprise-impact Chapters: (00:00) Introduction  (01:27) The Origin of RAG (04:00) Challenges and Innovations in RAG (09:49) Enterprise Adoption and Use Cases (20:46) Scaling and Innovations at Contextual AI (23:39) The Future of RAG Agents (24:43) Challenges in Enterprise Data  (26:34) Building a Research-Driven Company (27:55) The Intersection of Research and Product (32:10) Advice for Founders and AI Companies (38:14) Understanding and Addressing Hallucinations (40:50) Company Building is Harder Than You'd Think (42:00) The Importance of Evaluation in AI (44:14) Concluding Thoughts

Contextual memory in AI is a major challenge because current models struggle to retain and recall relevant information over time. While humans can build long-term semantic relationships, AI systems often rely on fixed context windows, leading to loss of important past interactions. Zep is a startup that's developing a memory layer for AI agents using The post Knowledge Graphs as Agentic Memory with Daniel Chalef appeared first on Software Engineering Daily.

Contextual memory in AI is a major challenge because current models struggle to retain and recall relevant information over time. While humans can build long-term semantic relationships, AI systems often rely on fixed context windows, leading to loss of important past interactions. Zep is a startup that's developing a memory layer for AI agents using The post Knowledge Graphs as Agentic Memory with Daniel Chalef appeared first on Software Engineering Daily.

This week, we dive into how industrial marketers should be leveraging first-party data, Google Ads, and contextual targeting to drive smarter, more effective, privacy-conscious digital campaigns. In this episode, Wendy Covey speaks with Devin Webb, Performance and Innovation Manager at EETech about the evolving landscape of digital marketing, particularly focusing on the transition from third-party cookies to first-party data. They discuss the implications of this shift for marketers, the importance of utilizing Google Ads for targeted campaigns, and the necessity of measuring success through tools like Google Analytics. Devin shares insights on contextual targeting and emphasizes the need for marketers to adapt to changing consumer privacy expectations.TakeawaysThird-party cookies are being phased out due to privacy concerns.Marketers are shifting towards first-party data for targeting.Google Ads can be leveraged for precise audience segmentation.Contextual targeting is an effective strategy that doesn't rely on cookies.Working with publishers can enhance targeting capabilities.ResourcesConnect with Devon on LinkedInConnect with Wendy on LinkedInPurchase a Digital Pass to the Industrial Marketing SummitDownload the 2025 State of Marketing to Engineers Research Report

How can a nationwide week of evangelistic events equip and help local churches to reach their communities and contacts with the gospel?For fifteen years, A Passion for Life have been equipping, encouraging, and enabling local churches to be involved with a national week of mission events - most recently in 2022 with Life '22.As they gear up for the next week of mission in 2026, Adrian Reynolds is joined on the In:Dependence podcast by Nick McQuaker, A Passion for Life's Mission Director, to learn more about the mission and why being part of a nation-wide mission week can be a help for local churches to reach their own local communities with the gospel.You can watch a video of this episode and get more resources for church leaders on the FIEC website.About In:Dependence: In:Dependence is FIEC's official podcast, where you'll hear conversations on topics for church leaders.About FIEC: We are ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠a fellowship of Independent churches⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ.00:00 - A history of A Passion for Life09:00 - The benefit of running events alongside others across the UK14:23 - Why plan so far ahead?16:04 - Contextual evangelistic events21:10 - Evangelistic event ideas23:43 - Connecting with other church leaders in similar contexts25:10 - Next steps towards Life '26

Are you wondering how to triple your B2B SaaS revenue with UX? and how to optimize conversion, retention, and expansion? In this exciting episode of the "Grow Your B2B SaaS" podcast, hosted by Joran! tackles how to skyrocket your B2B SaaS revenue with one game-changing factor: User Experience (UX). The subject matter expert is a second-time show guest Peter Loving, founder of UserActive, a top-tier SaaS design agency that helps businesses grow through better UI and UX. In this episode, Peter provides the hacks on how to optimize UX to boost conversion, retention, and revenue like never before!Key Timecodes(0:00) - Introduction and overview of the episode(0:49) - Today's topic: How to triple your B2B SaaS revenue with better UX(1:35) - Guest introduction: Peter Loving from UserActive(2:54) - Discussing the role of UX in increasing revenue(3:51) - The importance of website conversion rates(5:14) - Strategies for a clear call to action(7:06) - Product-led vs. sales-led approaches(8:05) - The value of user qualification and questionnaires(10:08) - Creating an effective onboarding flow(12:45) - Addressing user concerns during onboarding(14:15) - Handling empty state dashboards(17:11) - Framing the ultimate user result(18:56) - Designing a journey for developers(19:39) - Increasing conversion from free to paid users(23:00) - Impact of UX/UI on user retention(25:39) - Prioritizing features and enhancing user retention(28:03) - Effective navigation and feature set presentation(30:11) - Strategies for increasing user payments(32:49) - Contextual upgrades and expansion opportunities(34:52) - Timing user referrals and testimonials(37:27) - Best advice on UX in one sentence(38:04) - Advice for SaaS founders from 0-10K MRR(39:08) - Advice for SaaS founders aiming for 10 million ARR(41:39) - Summary of the episode(42:34) - Contact information for Peter Loving

What if discipleship wasn't a program, but a way of life?In this episode, Heather Jallad and David Sunde explore how moving from programmatic discipleship to incarnational rhythms can lead to real multiplication. David unpacks what discipleship truly means, breaking it down into the seven rhythms from his book Small Batch Disciplemaking, and challenges the inherited church's current models. What does discipleship look like in the everyday? How can we create space for organic, relational, and transformative disciple-making? Join the conversation and discover a fresh approach to following Jesus in the rhythms of daily life.David Sunde collaborates with an ecosystem of faith-based, community organizations, pastors, and spiritual leaders as a Spiritual Director, thought Partner, and Missional Catalyst. He has been involved in professional non-profit and spiritual leadership for over 20 years. He is a native son of San Franciso, the son of an immigrant, and learned to make a lower level of assumption about culture, class, race, and religion against a backdrop of diversity. He has a Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration from SanDiego State University and a Master's Degree from Azusa Pacific University. He is currently working on a Doctorate in Semiotics, Cultured, and the Church through George Fox University.David and his wife Laurel, have two children, Bjorn, and Annika and live in Austin, Texas.www.davidsunde.com - There's a link to the NavPress site for 30% off, including bulk discounts.People can follow me on IG @small_batch_disciplemaking and @davidsunde 

What if discipleship wasn't a program, but a way of life?In this episode, Heather Jallad and David Sunde explore how moving from programmatic discipleship to incarnational rhythms can lead to real multiplication. David unpacks what discipleship truly means, breaking it down into the seven rhythms from his book Small Batch Disciplemaking, and challenges the inherited church's current models. What does discipleship look like in the everyday? How can we create space for organic, relational, and transformative disciple-making? Join the conversation and discover a fresh approach to following Jesus in the rhythms of daily life.David Sunde collaborates with an ecosystem of faith-based, community organizations, pastors, and spiritual leaders as a Spiritual Director, thought Partner, and Missional Catalyst. He has been involved in professional non-profit and spiritual leadership for over 20 years. He is a native son of San Franciso, the son of an immigrant, and learned to make a lower level of assumption about culture, class, race, and religion against a backdrop of diversity. He has a Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration from SanDiego State University and a Master's Degree from Azusa Pacific University. He is currently working on a Doctorate in Semiotics, Cultured, and the Church through George Fox University.David and his wife Laurel, have two children, Bjorn, and Annika and live in Austin, Texas.www.davidsunde.com - There's a link to the NavPress site for 30% off, including bulk discounts.People can follow me on IG @small_batch_disciplemaking and @davidsunde 

Contextual factors, or external factors, are environmental influences and can impact not just a diagnosis but the life course of a person with autism and their families. A recent commentary by autism researchers around the world highlights the importance of these factors and provides resources on how they can be collected in a rigorous, but … Continue reading "Contextual Factors in Autism: What took us so long?"

This episode is shorter than usual and will be featured in RevenueCat's State of Subscription Apps report.On the podcast: how onX Maps tailors freemium and trial strategies to different user needs, the role of user education in driving upgrades, and why experimenting with features and tiers is essential for subscription growth.Top Takeaways:

Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) has become a dominant architecture in modern AI deployments, and in this episode, we sit down with Douwe Kiela, who co-authored the original RAG paper in 2020. Douwe is now the founder and CEO of Contextual AI, a startup focusing on helping enterprises deploy RAG as an agentic system. We start the conversation with Douwe's thoughts on the very latest advancements in Generative AI, including GPT 4.5, DeepSeek and the exciting paradigm shift towards test time compute, as well as the US-China rivalry in AI. We then dive into RAG: definition, origin story and core architecture. Douwe explains the evolution of RAG into RAG 2.0 and Agentic RAG, emphasizing the importance of self-learning systems over individual models and the role of synthetic data. We close with the challenges and opportunities of deploying AI in real-world enterprise, discussing the balance between accuracy and the inherent inaccuracies of AI systems.Contextual AIWebsite - https://contextual.aiX/Twitter - https://x.com/ContextualAIDouwe KielaLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/douwekielaX/Twitter - https://x.com/douwekielaFIRSTMARKWebsite - https://firstmark.comX/Twitter - https://twitter.com/FirstMarkCapMatt Turck (Managing Director)LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/turck/X/Twitter - https://twitter.com/mattturck(00:00) Intro(01:57) Thoughts on the latest AI models: GPT-4.5, Sonnet 3.7, Grok 3(04:50) The test time compute paradigm shift(06:47) Unsupervised learning vs reasoning: a false dichotomy(07:30) The significance of DeepSeek(10:29) USA vs. China: is the AI war overblown?(12:19) Controlling AI hallucinations at the model level(13:51) RAG: definition and origin story(18:46) Why the Transformers paper initially felt underwhelming(20:41) The core architecture of RAG(26:06) RAG vs. fine-tuning vs. long context windows(30:53) RAG 2.0: Thinking in systems and not models(31:28) Data extraction and data curation for RAG(35:59) Contextual Language Models (CLMs)(38:04) Finetuning and alignment techniques: GRIT, KTO, LENS(40:40) Agentic RAG(41:36) General vs. specialized RAG agents(44:35) Synthetic data in AI(45:51) Deploying AI in the enterprise(48:07) How tolerant are enterprises to AI hallucinations?(49:35) The future of Contextual AI

In this episode, Eun Strawser—church planter, physician, professor, and author of Centering Discipleship—joins Heather to explore how pastors and church leaders can shift discipleship from the periphery to the core of their church life. They discuss moving from program-based approaches to discipleship as a pathway, a shift that has transformed Eun's ministry and personal walk with Jesus. Whether you're a pastor, leader, or disciple-maker, you'll walk away with practical insights on creating a culture where discipleship is woven into the very fabric of your community.

Topics: Judas, Judas Iscariot, Was Judas saved?, Can Someone Lose Their salvation?, Role of Judas in Christian Theology, Judging Salvation Based on Actions, Paul's Warning Against Judging Others' Salvation, Legalism' Impact, Was Judas condemned?, Betrayal of Jesus by Judas, Free will  or Predestination for Judas, Nature of God's Desire for all to be Saved, Satan entering Judas, Significance of Pentecost in Spiritual Protection, The Son of perdition: What does it mean?, Contextual interpretation of John 17:12, The fulfillment of Scripture through Judas, The debate on Judas' Repentance, Was Judas' Remorse True Repentance?, Fate of Judas, Implications of Matthew 27:3-4, Suicide and Salvation, 1 John 5:16, The Unforgivable sin: What is it really?, Betrayal of Christ: Are We All guilty?, Replacement of Judas, Importance of Trusting God's Judgment, Enduring Nature of Christ's Love and MercyGet your copy of The Christian Identity, Volume 3 here!Send Matt a text about this episode!Support the showSign up for Matt's free daily devotional! https://mattmcmillen.com/newsletter

This episode explores Jesus's teachings from Luke 21 about the end times, focusing on the need for believers to hold onto hope and maintain an active faith. We discuss how individual posture influences our response to a chaotic world, and emphasize the church's role in bringing fearlessness to those in need.• Reflection on inner posture and its impact on faith • Contextual background of Jesus's last teachings • The importance of anticipating Jesus's return • Faithful ways to respond to end-time anxieties • The call to a fearless church amid global distress • Seven key realities about the end times • Encouragement towards personal engagement and community • Watchfulness and preparation for Jesus's return If you want to learn more about the Mid Tree story or connect with us, go to our website HERE or text us at 812-MID-TREE.

Dr. Kirk Honda does a deep dive on Nagy and contextual family therapy.This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattleEmail: https://www.psychologyinseattle.com/contactWebsite: https://www.psychologyinseattle.comMerch: https://teespring.com/stores/psychology-in-seattleInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/psychologyinseattle/Facebook Official Page: https://www.facebook.com/PsychologyInSeattle/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kirk.hondaFebruary 26, 2018The Psychology In Seattle Podcast ®Trigger Warning: This episode may include topics such as assault, trauma, and discrimination. If necessary, listeners are encouraged to refrain from listening and care for their safety and well-being.Disclaimer: The content provided is for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only. Nothing here constitutes personal or professional consultation, therapy, diagnosis, or creates a counselor-client relationship. Topics discussed may generate differing points of view. If you participate (by being a guest, submitting a question, or commenting) you must do so with the knowledge that we cannot control reactions or responses from others, which may not agree with you or feel unfair. Your participation on this site is at your own risk, accepting full responsibility for any liability or harm that may result. Anything you write here may be used for discussion or endorsement of the podcast. Opinions and views expressed by the host and guest hosts are personal views. Although, we take precautions and fact check, they should not be considered facts and the opinions may change. Opinions posted by participants (such as comments) are not those of the hosts. Readers should not rely on any information found here and should perform due diligence before taking any action. For a more extensive description of factors for you to consider, please see www.psychologyinseattle.com

Have you ever wondered how much of your communication happens without saying a word? In today's episode, I'm chatting with Blake Eastman, founder of The Nonverbal Group, behavioral researcher, former professional poker player, and absolute genius in understanding human behavior.Blake has a unique talent for unpacking the nuances of human interactions, helping you not just become a better entrepreneur but also a more connected and effective leader.Together, we explore how nonverbal communication can transform the way you build trust, close sales, and lead with confidence. Plus, Blake reveals the biggest complaint employees have about their bosses—and how to fix it.This conversation goes beyond body language—it's about stepping into your most aligned, impactful self in every interaction, whether on a webinar, in a virtual team meeting, or during a sales call.If you've ever felt unsure about how you present yourself as a leader or how to foster deeper connections in business, this episode will leave you inspired and ready to take action!Click play to hear all of this and:(00:03:49) How nonverbal cues can become your secret weapon to build trust and close more sales(00:04:27) How to spot key nonverbal signals when hiring the right talent(00:10:44) The secret that separates effective sales calls from the ones that miss the mark(00:13:19) Why authenticity is your superpower for winning more sales(00:16:58) The link between self-worth and selling—and why it's about more than your pitch(00:21:25) The biggest lessons poker can teach you about strategy and decision-making(00:30:05) Values vs. principles—and why principles might be the better focus for your business(00:44:56) How to make quick hiring decisions when they're necessary but not ideal(00:48:12) Nonverbal cues that reveal trustworthiness in candidates when hiring(00:48:51) How to evaluate fit during interviews and decide if a candidate complements your team(00:59:09) Contextual vs. literal communication styles—why understanding the difference is crucial for team dynamics(01:02:11) Why detailed responses matter for fostering better communication on your teamListen to Related Episodes:How to Create More Meaningful Relationships in BusinessHow to Become a More Effective Leader [Growth Challenge: Day 3]How to Create Team Systems and Operations That Simplify Scaling and GrowthConnect With Blake Eastman:Instagram: @blake_eastmanWebsiteNewsletter: https://nonverbalgroup.com/newsletterFor full show notes, visit jasminestar.com/podcast/episode517