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Can intellectual humility be measured? What influences it and affects it, limits it and enhances it? What even is it, scientifically speaking? We explore all of this and then play an episode of How to Be A Better Human featuring psychologist Tenelle Porter telling comedian Chris Duffy how she is researching how to conduct better research into intellectual humility. Previous Episodes Transcript at TED How to Be A Better Human The Gateway Drugs to Intellectual Humility Tenelle Porter's Research Tenelle Porter's Website The Illusion of Explanatory Depth Kitted Shop The Story of Kitted How Minds Change David McRaney's BlueSky David McRaney's Twitter YANSS Twitter Show Notes Newsletter Patreon Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Information Warfare is transforming the American mind into the newest battlefield in modern conflict. Every day, foreign adversaries exploit social media algorithms, artificial intelligence, automated bot networks, and human psychology to manipulate public opinion, deepen political division, and weaken constitutional self-government without firing a single shot. In this episode of The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Nick Giordano explains how China, Russia, Iran, and other hostile actors exploit America's greatest vulnerability: the collapse of critical thinking and civic education. Rather than persuading Americans to embrace a foreign ideology, these adversaries amplify existing political divisions, conspiracy theories, and outrage to erode trust in the Constitution, public institutions, and one another. Most importantly, this episode lays out a constitutional framework for defeating information warfare while fiercely protecting the First Amendment, free speech, and individual liberty. If Americans lose the ability to distinguish truth from manipulation, constitutional self-government cannot survive. Understanding information warfare is no longer optional. It is essential to preserving a free society. What You'll Learn In This Episode: The New Battlefield: How modern information warfare and cognitive warfare target the American mind instead of physical territory. The Mechanics of Manipulation: How social media algorithms, artificial intelligence, bot networks, and information laundering manufacture false consensus and hijack public debate. America's Greatest Vulnerability: How confirmation bias, selective skepticism, conspiracy theories, and outrage culture turn ordinary citizens into unwitting participants in foreign influence operations. The Human Layer: How covert funding networks, advocacy organizations, media outlets, and online influencers amplify foreign narratives and deepen political division. Defending the Republic: How We the People can rebuild critical thinking, reject government censorship, strengthen civic responsibility, and defend constitutional liberty without sacrificing the First Amendment. Topics Covered: Information Warfare, Cognitive Warfare, Foreign Influence Operations, Artificial Intelligence, Social Media Algorithms, Bot Networks, Critical Thinking, First Amendment, Constitutional Republic, National Security
"Know your stuff, practice, and then just do it and be there."How do you explain complex ideas without losing your audience? The challenge isn't knowing more—it's helping others understand. For Marketplace host Kai Ryssdal, great communication comes from making difficult topics accessible while holding people's attention. In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Ryssdal joins Matt Abrahams to discuss how to simplify complex information without oversimplifying it, conduct interviews that feel like genuine conversations, and communicate with confidence under pressure. From asking better questions to earning your audience's trust, Ryssdal shares practical techniques for staying present when the stakes are high.Key Takeaways:Complex ideas become powerful when they're easy to understand. Great communicators don't just share information—they translate it into clear, engaging messages that help others learn without sacrificing nuance.Preparation gives you the freedom to be present. The more thoroughly you prepare, the easier it becomes to listen, adapt, and communicate with confidence when the conversation takes an unexpected turn.Activity:Rewrite for clarity. Take an email, presentation, or document you've already written and revise it for someone with no background in the topic. Remove jargon, simplify explanations, and make sure every sentence helps your audience understand your message.Episode Reference Links:Kai RyssdalEp.220 Prep Like a Pro: Communication Confidence, Clarity, and Comedy Connect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedIn Chapters:(00:00) - Introduction (00:59) - Making Complex Ideas Clear (02:24) - Find Your Communication Rhythm (03:30) - Keeping People Listening (04:38) - Better Introductions (05:50) - More Conversational Interviews (08:49) - Getting Conversations Back on Track (10:23) - Communicating Through Uncertainty (12:23) - Managing Speaking Anxiety (14:22) - Recovering from Mistakes (15:39) - Staying Curious (16:42) - When Your Mind Goes Blank (18:05) - The Final Three Questions (21:35) - Conclusion ********Thank you to our sponsors. These partnerships support the ongoing production of the podcast, allowing us to bring it to you at no cost.With LinkedIn Hiring Pro, you can hire with confidence, knowing you're getting the best talent for your needs. Get started by posting your job for free at linkedin.com/fast
Most organizations think they have an AI tool problem. They do not. They have an AI behavioral problem. The licenses get bought, the workshops happen, and by Monday morning, people are back to working exactly as they did before.This episode is sponsored by Deel.Hire, manage, and pay anyone, anywhere: https://www.deel.com/nickdayhr/In this episode of @thehrldpodcast Nick Day is joined by Jamie Bykov-Brett, an AI transformation strategist, TEDx speaker, and co-founder of the Executive AI Institute. Jamie's path into AI started in youth work, supporting young people from marginalized backgrounds into STEM careers. It was there, back in 2014, that he began forecasting how automation would reshape the workforce, discovering along the way that technology adoption rarely fails because of the tools themselves; it fails because people were never taken through the change. That change management lens is exactly what he brings to AI training and organizational transformation today.Nick and Jamie explore why one-off AI workshops rarely create lasting behavior change, and why real transformation starts with human-centric skill development, not the tools. They unpack the "eliminate, automate, delegate" framework for deciding where AI actually belongs in a workflow, why psychological safety is the missing ingredient in most AI rollouts, and how legacy failed change projects can quietly sabotage adoption before training even begins. They also dig into why your most resistant employees might be your best future change agents, why highly technical people sometimes struggle most with AI adoption, why organizations should expect a temporary dip in performance during rollout rather than instant ROI, and what it actually looks like to design an AI learning intervention that turns AI into a daily working habit rather than a novelty.In a world where organizations are under pressure to prove AI adoption is working immediately, this episode makes the case that the real barriers were never technical. They are emotional, cultural, and behavioral, and the organizations that address that will be the ones that actually get results.A must-listen for HR leaders, L&D professionals, and anyone responsible for making AI adoption actually stick inside their organization.Enjoyed this? Check out our sister podcast @thepayrollpodcast for more great content!Guest and Host:Jamie Bykov-Brett's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamiebykovbrett/Jamie Bykov-Brett's Website: bykovbrett.netNick Day's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickday/Find your ideal candidate with our job vacancy system: https://jgarecruitment.ck.page/919cf6b9eaSign up to the HR L&D Newsletter: https://jgarecruitment.ck.page/23e7b153e7Stay tuned for the next episode of the HR L&D Podcast, brought to you by Nick Day, CEO at JGA Recruitment, landing soon!Timestamps:(00:01) Why AI Training Fails: The Behavior Problem, Not a Tool Problem(03:27) Jamie's Journey: From Youth Work to AI Transformation Strategist(09:05) The AI Adoption Gap: Rising HR Burnout Despite AI Investment(10:47) AI as a Mirror: Why Technology Reflects Your Organization's Culture(14:30) Human-Centric Skills First: Curiosity, Creativity and Critical Thinking(20:31) The Eliminate, Automate, Delegate Framework(23:09) Designing AI Interventions That Actually Fit Your Organization(27:43) Turning Resistant Employees Into Change Agents(33:11) The Hidden Fears Driving AI Resistance(37:03) Case Study: How Insights Achieved a 9.7 NPS on AI Training(39:59) Why L&D Should Expect a Performance Dip Before AI Pays Off(45:43) Rapid Fire: Career Advice, Leadership, and HR's Future
What if AI isn't just changing marketing, but changing what a brand actually is? Melissa Jackson-Parsey has spent her career helping some of the world's most recognizable organizations reinvent themselves at the intersection of strategy, creativity, technology, and experience. As Global Chief Strategy Officer at RGA, She leads a worldwide team shaping brands for the intelligence age, from rebooting Android to launching the new sports streaming brand from ESPN, Fox, and Warner Brothers Discovery. What You'll Learn in This Episode Why building brands for AI agents requires context over cleverness How to shift marketing focus from single campaigns to generating intelligent systems The critical difference between bottom line efficiency and top line growth in the AI age Why modern talent needs to evolve from T-shaped to M-shaped expertise How the craft of human taste prevents brand slop Episode Chapters (00:00) Intro (00:45) What Endless Tech Evolution Hasn't Changed About Brand Building (02:06) Encoding Brands for Machines, Agents, and Markdown Files (06:05) How AI is Changing What a Brand Actually Is (08:36) Moving from Making Campaigns to Making Intelligent Systems (12:08) Human Value, Critical Thinking, and the Role of Taste (16:33) The Biggest Strategic AI Mistake Brands Make Today (20:12) Cultivating M-Shaped Talent and the Future of Skillsets (24:41) A Brand That Made MJP Smile About Melissa Jackson Parsey Melissa Jackson Parsey is the Global Chief Strategy Officer at R/GA, having worked at the forefront of brand, innovation, and experience design across three continents. She leads a global team of strategists, designers, coders, and writers, accountable for shaping brands and experiences that add value to people and businesses. In the past year, they've rebooted the world's largest operating system brand, Android, and created the much-anticipated live sports streaming brand from ESPN, Fox, and Warner Bros. Discovery. Over the course of her career, she's led brand transformation initiatives for a broad array of organizations, including Microsoft, Under Armour, Google, IBM, the UN, and for Dwayne (The Rock) Johnson's portfolio. What Brand Has Made Melissa Smile Recently? Melissa shared her appreciation for the brand identity work created for the Amazon rainforest. The team mapped the literal curvature of the Amazon River to craft a custom typeface and visual identity system, blending deep environmental context with exquisite design craft. Resources & Links Connect with Melissa on LinkedIn. Check out the R/GA website. Listen & Support the Show Watch or listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, Amazon/Audible, TuneIn, and iHeart. Rate and review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to help others find the show. Share this episode — email a friend or colleague this episode. Sign up for my free Story Strategies newsletter for branding and storytelling tips. On Brand is a part of the Marketing Podcast Network. Until next week, I'll see you on the Internet! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SPONSORED BY NURP Nurp is algorithmic trading designed specifically for busy professionals who don't have time to watch markets. Check out start.nurp.com/doctors to learn more. --- What happens when conversations about health, personal autonomy, freedom of conscience, and free expression become harder to have? This week, May and Tim are joined by Rebecca Mello, a Canadian law student and organizer with Think Canada, to talk about the upcoming Health Under Fire conference in Scarborough, Ontario. After launching its first conference under the theme Freedom Under Fire, Think Canada returns for its second year with a focus on health—from physical health to mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Rebecca explains why the team felt Canadians needed a place to gather in person, ask difficult questions, exchange ideas, and connect with others who share their concerns about health and individual freedom. Think Canada: Health Under Fire November 13–14 | Scarborough, Ontario This year's featured speakers include Dr. Peter McCullough and Dr. Conrad Vine. Rebecca shares that Dr. McCullough's presentation will focus on physical health, including long COVID, spike protein, and his approach to addressing related health concerns. Dr. Vine will explore history, faith, freedom, and the spiritual dimensions of the issues facing society today. The conference will also include a Q&A, giving attendees an opportunity to engage directly with the speakers. Seating is limited and registration is required. Rebecca also shares that the first 100 registrants will receive a copy of Dr. McCullough's latest book. Conference information & registration: ThinkCanada.net In This Episode May, Tim, and Rebecca also get into the bigger conversations behind the conference: why Rebecca believes face-to-face community still matters, differences between Canadian and American approaches to individual rights, the role of media and government in shaping public discourse, personal responsibility for health, and why younger generations need opportunities to connect with mentors—and with one another. Rebecca also shares her own story, from studying business and law in Spain to returning to Canada and becoming increasingly interested in law during the COVID era. At just 26, she discusses how her family and faith influenced her willingness to speak publicly about issues she believes matter. At its core, this conversation—and the upcoming conference—is about creating a place for people to think critically, connect in person, ask questions, and participate in conversations about health and freedom. Connect with Think Canada Website & Conference Registration: ThinkCanada.net Instagram: @thinkcanada.net Facebook: Think Canada About BS Free MD Join May and Tim as they tackle medicine, culture, current events, and the conversations you're probably already having—with plenty of humor and absolutely no interest in keeping things overly polished. Instagram: @bsfreemd Facebook: BS Free MD Email: doc@bsfreemd.com Medical Disclaimer The information discussed on BS Free MD is for informational and entertainment purposes and should not be considered individualized medical advice. Always consult an appropriate healthcare professional regarding your personal health decisions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
What if the United States was never immune to cult thinking, but was built on it? Journalist Jane Borden joins Gwendolyn and Rudy to unpack her book Cults Like Us: Why Doomsday Thinking Drives America, tracing a direct line from Puritan doomsday belief to modern conspiracy theories, self-help culture, and our national obsession with strongmen and influencers. We dig into how to actually define a cult (without being hyperbolic about it), the surprising overlap between cults and conspiracy theories, why doomsday predictions are so effective for cult leaders, and what role the justice system plays when belief crosses into control. We also explore why cult stories captivate us the way true crime does and, most importantly, what actually happens in the moment someone's critical thinking finally breaks through the isolation a cult creates. A conversation about American history, critical thinking skills, and the psychology of belief that might change how you see the news, your feed, and the country itself. Philosophy Resources, Jane Borden's book Cults Like Us, and Gifts for Book Lovers: GoodIsInTheDetails.com Join our Patreon, book club, and get exclusive behind-the-scenes: Patreon.com/GoodIsInTheDetails Learn more about Jane Borden's Work: https://www.janeborden.com Get your "In My Intellectual Curiosity Era" Tote Listen to Rudy Salo on the podcast Deliberations, season 4.
Tax season looked different in 2026, and it's not just volume. In this episode, Damien Greathead and Penny Breslin unpack the real AI story inside accounting firms: a live test of Juno saved 25% of prep time, clients are submitting documents faster than ever, and AI meeting assistants are replacing manual notetaking. But the bigger conversation is about critical thinking. As AI handles more routine work, who's making sure your team can still spot the anomaly? Identify the conflict? Give a client a real perspective? Damien shares how Moneypenny is gamifying judgment, hiring non-accountants, and rebuilding firm roles around advisory rather than compliance. This is a practitioner episode — real tools, real results, real friction. If you're building or scaling a CAS practice, this one is essential listening.Thank you to our sponsors MoneyPenny, LLC. From bookkeeping and tax preparation to back-office support, MoneyPenny helps accounting firms increase capacity, improve efficiency, and grow with confidence. In This EpisodeWhy accounting firms are seeing earlier tax document submissions in 2025Live AI tax prep test: Juno delivers ~25% time savings, but still requires human reviewThe difference between OCR tools (Grunt Works, Shore Prep, 1040 Scan) and AI-layer toolsHow AI can find conflicting information across reports, workflows, and client communicationsThe 'trust but verify' mindset, and why anomaly-hunting beats confirmation-seekingGamifying critical thinking to keep accounting teams sharp in an AI-assisted environmentThe 80/20 rule: who will rise to the top as AI takes over routine tasksBuilding distinct firm roles: traffic cop, trusted advisor, tax expertWhy MoneyPenny is hiring data scientists instead of more accountantsConnect with the hosts on LinkedInDamien GreatheadPenny Breslin
Think you've got what it takes to tackle some seriously tricky riddles? Put your brain to the test with our Riddles Quiz: Mind Tricks That Will Test Your Critical Thinking! Only the sharpest minds can make it through all the questions. If you love a good challenge and want to prove just how clever you are, this is your chance. From puzzles to brainteasers, these riddles will push your thinking to the next level. Are you ready to outsmart the quiz? Enroll now and show off your genius! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Stay informed on current events, visit www.NaturalNews.com - Mike Adams' Busy Day and Upcoming Interviews (0:02) - Technical Challenges and AI Assistance (4:37) - U.S. Military Situation in Iran (10:23) - Critique of U.S. Military Strategy (42:21) - Economic Impact of the War (47:03) - Health Freedom and Critical Thinking (56:44) - Understanding Germ Theory and Terrain Theory (1:02:56) - Personal Health Journey and Practical Advice (1:03:11) - Terrain Theory vs. Germ Theory (1:03:33) - Health and Public Gatherings (1:22:29) - Resilience and Prevention (1:26:04) - Natural Medicine and Survival (1:33:05) - Digital Libraries and Virology (1:40:17) - Financial Resilience and Legal Structures (2:06:57) - Affiliate Deals and Support (2:12:49) - Final Thoughts and Future Plans (2:15:56) Watch more independent videos at http://www.brighteon.com/channel/hrreport ▶️ Support our mission by shopping at the Health Ranger Store - https://www.healthrangerstore.com ▶️ Check out exclusive deals and special offers at https://rangerdeals.com ▶️ Sign up for our newsletter to stay informed: https://www.naturalnews.com/Readerregistration.html Watch more exclusive videos here:
Students with strong critical thinking skills can make better decisions that have real consequences on their quality of life. In this episode, Michael Bishop joins us to discuss an approach to developing these skills that appears to have a persistent effect on students' ability to avoid common cognitive biases. Michael is a professor of philosophy at Florida State University. His research interests focus on two areas: rationality (how should we think about important things) and happiness (what is lasting happiness, and how can we get it). He is also a co-author of a recent study investigating the impact of critical thinking classes on common cognitive biases. A transcript of this episode and show notes may be found at http://teaforteaching.com.
In this episode I begin exploring the ideas of 1 God and the trilogy ideology in different religions. Using critical thinking I shift into exploring other topics and show methods as well as the importance of thinking deeply about daily life, societal issues and spirituality.————————————————————You can join the conversation Live every Monday at 6 pm ET on Facebook & YouTube! Check out my new book Down to Earth The Spiritual Beings Guide to a Happy, Human Experience. Available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble, in digital and paperback!For Life Coaching, Exclusive Content, or More Info: GlennAmbrose.comHave you joined the new community Loving Nation in the Glenn Ambrose Academy yet?To help support my work and the free content I provide please donate HERE
In this week's episode of The Learning Curve, co-hosts Prof. Albert Cheng of Ohio State University and Alisha Searcy of the Center for Strong Public Schools speak with Bob Nasson, Editor of The Concord Review and Executive Director of the National History Club. They discuss the importance of rigorous history education and students' essay writing in developing academic excellence. Since 1987, The Concord Review has published more than 1,600 history essays averaging 9,000 words, written by students from 47 U.S. states and 47 countries. Nasson explores the state of history essay writing among American students, the origins and mission of The Concord Review, and the National History Club's efforts to encourage students to engage deeply with high academic quality history. He also discusses strengthening history instruction, the connection between reading and research writing, and the importance of humanities education in an increasingly STEM-focused landscape. As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, Nasson reflects on how students can explore the nation's history in all its complexity. In closing, he reads the opening passage of an essay set to be published in The Concord Review's September issue.
Want to know how leaders should utilize AI without losing their critical thinking skills? In this episode of the Build a Vibrant Culture Podcast, Nicole Greer sits down with organizational scientist and author Adrian Wolfberg to explore his book, Who Leads When AI Thinks?This conversation dives into leadership and business strategy, organizational culture, and the human judgment skills that AI cannot replace. Adrian explains why AI is not just a tool but a relationship, how leaders can use framing and reframing to make better decisions, and why curiosity may be the most underrated leadership skill of all.In this episode, you will learn:How to think about AI as a relationship instead of a toolA better approach to framing and reframing decisions as reality changesWhat most leaders get wrong about delegating critical thinking to AIPractical strategies to protect curiosity and judgment on your teamThis episode is for leaders, managers, business owners, and professionals who want to strengthen decision-making, protect organizational culture, and lead well in an AI-enabled workplace.
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Send us Fan MailIn Part 2 of our series, Hidden Dynamics That Are Killing Execution, Patrick and Patsy unpack one of leadership's most overlooked patterns: The Rescuer.While rescuing often comes from a place of genuine care, it can quietly create dependency, stifle growth, and leave leaders exhausted. In this episode, you'll learn how to recognize this hidden dynamic, shift from solving every problem yourself, and build the capability your team needs to think critically and take ownership.Discover practical strategies to break the cycle of dependence, empower your people, and create the conditions for sustainable execution—without always having to step in and save the day.If you're a leader who wants to develop stronger, more self-sufficient teams, this conversation is for you.Topics covered:-The hidden cost of the Rescuer dynamic-Why good intentions can undermine execution-How to build capability instead of dependency-Practical ways to empower your team to solve problems independently
What You'll Learn in This Episode:In this episode, Shayne Daughenbaugh sits down with Seamus Maguire to explore one of the biggest reasons problem-solving fails, even in organizations with experienced people and proven Lean tools. Drawing from his new book, Finding Fact Before Fixing, Seamus explains how cognitive biases, assumptions, and the pressure to find quick answers often lead teams to solve the wrong problem.The conversation explores why hypothesis testing and experimentation should be at the center of every problem-solving effort, how leaders can ask better questions to uncover true root causes, and why collecting the right data is more important than simply collecting more data. Seamus also shares practical ways to challenge assumptions, use the scientific method in everyday problem-solving, and create a culture where teams focus on finding facts before implementing fixes. Key Takeaways:Challenge assumptions before finding solutionsUse hypothesis testing instead of educated guessesAsk better questions to uncover root causesCollect the right data—not just more dataLinks:linkedin.com/in/seamusmaguire?utm_source=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=member_ioshttps://www.routledge.com/Finding-Fact-Before-Fixing-How-Business-Professionals-Can-Avoid-False-Assumptions-When-Solving-Problems/Maguire/p/book/9781041130307https://www.findleansolutions.com/https://www.findleansolutions.com/lean-summit/
In this episode of Critical Thinking, Teena Jilka is joined by David Scopelliti and Karl Heckenberg, President and Managing Partner at Constellation Wealth Capital, to explore how wealth managers are evolving their alternatives playbooks in response to macro shifts, changing client expectations, and the continued retailization of private markets. The conversation looks at how some firms are adapting their offerings, where scaling pressures are emerging, and what the growth of private markets could mean for the future of wealth management. Capital at Risk. This content was recorded in July 2026. The views expressed are those of the speaker(s). They are current as of the date of recording and subject to change without notice. Podcast guests may be from firms that Marsh Investments evaluates or rates. Podcast guests may have commercial relationships with Marsh Investments. Notwithstanding any separate relationship between Marsh Investments and a guest, no guest receives direct or indirect compensation for their participation in the podcast. For Marsh Investments's conflict of interest disclosures, see Conflicts of Interest. None of the material presented in this podcast is intended as a recommendation or endorsement of any particular investment manager or investment. This is provided for informational and educational purposes only. This does not constitute a recommendation or an offer to purchase or sell any securities. This does not contain investment, financial, legal, tax or any other advice and should not be relied upon for this purpose. The discussion is not tailored to your particular personal and/or financial position. No investment decision should be made based on this information. Certain information may constitute forward-looking statements though there is no guarantee that these results will be achieved. Past performance of any asset class or security is not a reliable indicator of future results. Diversification does not guarantee a profit or protect against a loss. There are substantial risks associated with investments classified as alternative investments. Investors considering alternatives should have the ability, investing sophistication and experience to bear the risks associated with such investments. Marsh Investments makes no representations or warranties as to the accuracy or completeness of statements or information contained herein and takes no responsibility or liability (including for indirect, consequential, or incidental damages) for any error, omission or inaccuracy. This material should not be copied, distributed, published or reproduced in whole or in part without written permission. A transcript may be provided for your convenience. Marsh Investments is not responsible for any errors in the transcript. © 2026 Marsh. All rights reserved. Important noticesPodcast guests may be from firms that Mercer Investments evaluates or rates. In addition, podcast guests may have commercial relationships with Mercer Investments. Notwithstanding any separate relationship between Mercer Investments and a guest, no guest receives direct or indirect compensation for their participation in the podcast. None of the material presented in this podcast is intended as a recommendation or endorsement of any particular investment manager or investment.
Frankly, I'm surprised that we got here too. But here we are. No need to look up critical thinking before you listen- we cover it - in our own way! We touch on 3 episodes that have run in the past. One of them was the saying 'Plan your work and work your plan." Here's a link to listen:https://www.buzzsprout.com/477379/episodes/15115807Another fun conversation involved another saying by Grandmaster Peter Urban about practice:https://www.buzzsprout.com/477379/episodes/10778035And finally, we touch on adventure. How? Listen and find out! And listen to our adventure episode here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/477379/episodes/777336420 minutes into the episode I bring up a saying about mastery. I looked the saying up and it turns out that many people have said it over the centuries and there doesn't seem to be an exact origin. Still, I stand by the saying!Here we are, at the end of the notes, look down 1/2 and inch and click that support link, please and thank you:Support the showWe appreciate our listeners and thank you for sharing the podcast with friends. Reach us all over the web. Facebook and twitter are simply wildcatdojo. However, insta is wildcatdojo conversations. (There's a story there.)On YouTube (where we now upload old episodes - complete with a slideshow) https://www.youtube.com/@wildcatdojo9869/podcastsAnd for our webpage, where you can also find all the episodes and see some info about the dojo: http://wildcatdojo.com/025-6/podcast.html . And of course, we love it when you support our sponsor Honor Athletics. Here is their link:https://honor-athletics.com/Thank you for listening.
Fireside Chat Ep. 143 — Courage and Critical Thinking With Special Guest Brandon Tatum originally aired on July 16th, 2020 Former police officer and popular conservative commentator Brandon Tatum joins Dennis this week to discuss Brandon’s path to conservatism, the NFL, having courage, dealing with hate, defunding the police, and more. Donate to PragerU today: https://www.prageru.com/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
What are Matrix Games?At its core, a matrix game is a structured argumentation system used for learning through play. They were developed back in 1992 by Chris Engle, who wanted a teaching tool that was simpler and more flexible than the rules-heavy wargames and role-playing games of the era.If you liked this episode please consider commenting, sharing, and subscribing.Subscribing is absolutely free and ensures that you'll get the next episode of Experience Points delivered directly to you.I'd also love it if you took some time to rate the show!I live to lift others with learning. So, if you found this episode useful, consider sharing it with someone who could benefit.Also make sure to visit University XP online at www.universityxp.comUniversity XP is also on Twitter @University_XP and on Facebook and LinkedIn as University XPAlso, feel free to email me anytime at dave@universityxp.comGame on!Get the full transcript and references for this episode here: https://www.universityxp.com/podcast/169Support the show
How useful would your superpower really be? Could you save the world… or would you simply be able to grow your fingernails 1% faster? Joe is joined by returning guest Stephen Adams for another hilarious and heartfelt episode of Wise_N_Nerdy, where fatherhood, fandom, and plenty of laughs collide. The episode kicks off with the Question of the Week: "What would be the most useless superpower imaginable?" The conversation quickly spirals into comedic territory as the hosts imagine powers that no superhero would ever want. From instantly knowing when milk has expired to voluntarily making your eyes lose focus, Joe and Stephen prove that not every superpower deserves its own comic book. As always, the Roll of the Dice determines the journey, landing first on "Daddy, Tell Me A Story." Joe and Stephen reminisce about some of the mischievous adventures from their younger days, sharing stories of sneaking into places they probably shouldn't have been. Joe recalls his family floating down a river to watch hydroplane races without paying admission, while other tales include clever movie theater side-door strategies and youthful antics that make for unforgettable memories. Next comes a generous helping of Bad Dad Jokes, featuring groan-worthy contributions from Bob, Stephen, and Joe. The puns are terrible, the timing is impeccable, and the laughs are absolutely unavoidable. The dice then roll into "How Do I...?", where the hosts discuss one of the most valuable life skills parents can teach: critical thinking. In an age of social media, misinformation, and endless online content, Joe and Stephen explore practical ways to encourage children to ask questions, evaluate sources, think independently, and—perhaps most importantly—not believe everything they read on the internet. From there, it's time for "What Are You Nerding Out About?" Stephen shares his enthusiasm for HITMAN World of Assassination, praising the freedom, creativity, and replayability that have made the series a favorite among stealth gaming fans. Joe, meanwhile, has been enjoying the cozy fantasy anime The Forsaken Saintess and Her Foodie Roadtrip in Another World, celebrating its relaxing atmosphere, charming characters, and comforting blend of fantasy and food. The episode wraps up with "Parliament of Papas," where the hosts react to a Reddit story involving a groomsman who refuses to buy a green suit for an upcoming wedding because he'll only wear it once—and it's going to be unbearably hot. The discussion turns into a fun debate about wedding expectations, balancing comfort with commitment, and when it's worth making a sacrifice for the people you care about. Whether you're laughing at ridiculous superpowers, reminiscing about childhood adventures, picking up parenting advice, discovering your next favorite game or anime, or enjoying another avalanche of Bad Dad Jokes, this episode has something for every geek and every parent. Join the conversation, celebrate your passions, and Find your FAMdom with the Wise_N_Nerdy community. Want to learn more about this week's guest? Visit Stephen Adams at https://www.thatstephenadams.com. Wise_N_Nerdy: Where Fatherhood Meets Fandom Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Fishtank Learning.The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here.Building on the April edWeb podcast, Using Whole Texts to Foster Student Agency and Critical Thinking, this follow-up session turns from the what and the why to the how.Katie Gribben, District Instructional Lead for ELA/Literacy, Upper Schools at Cambridge Public Schools, and Brigitte Seyferth, Assistant Director of Teaching and Learning at LEARN Charter Schools, joins Emily Wojtusik, Senior Director of Implementation at Fishtank Learning, to explore why new ELA curriculum adoptions stall in schools and districts and the seven shifts that make them stick. The panelists reframe adoption not as a purchase but as a multi-year change process: one that is a science, involves investment and training, and that can't be done alone.Listen to this session to discover:Why Good Curricula Stall: The seven most common traps, from handing teachers new materials with no time to train to not having a school or district leader to champion the implementation to expecting results before year three.What Makes Adoption Stick: How to build the systems, investment, change management, and shared ownership that carry a curriculum past the learning in the first year, including phasing in one adoption at a time to prevent teacher overwhelm.Implementation as a Science: Why lasting change means giving a new curriculum three-plus years, creating space for teacher reflection and voice, and adjusting schedules, structures, and routines so the materials can succeed.The Cost of Stalling—and the Power of a Pilot: What districts lose when adoptions fizzle—student learning stalls, teacher trust erodes, and there's no sustainable expertise—and how a well-run pilot works out the logistics and builds buy-in before full rollout.This edWeb podcast is of interest to K-12 district leaders, school administrators, curriculum directors, instructional coaches, and teacher leaders.Fishtank LearningCreate the classroom connections that matterDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.
AI can make us more efficient, but it can also change how we think, collaborate, and trust one another. As we continue to groove on AI, we dig into the concepts of cognitive surrender, creative convergence, trust erosion, and the new challenges facing managers as the race to adopt AI takes over corporate America. If you want to improve human connection and navigate AI's impact thoughtfully, take a listen to this episode. We have a few ideas that just may help. Topics [0:00] Intro: What is cognitive surrender? [4:15] How to use AI without giving up critical thinking [9:33] Why teams become less innovative [15:25] How AI quietly erodes workplace trust [20:42] Why AI-generated communication feels disingenuous [24:06] The growing strain on frontline managers [30:39] Helping organizations build healthier AI practices Links The Impact of Generative AI on Critical Thinking
Patty and Brian share some ideas about Emotional Intelligence with a twist of Confucian theory.
Modern society is increasingly driven by emotional reactions rather than disciplined critical thought, a trend fueled by anti-intellectualism, social media, tribal identity, and the brain's natural preference for quick emotional judgments over slower analytical reasoning. Neurologically, the limbic system reacts long before the prefrontal cortex has fully evaluated evidence, making us vulnerable to confirmation bias, misinformation, and manipulation unless we intentionally cultivate reflective thinking. This shift has profound consequences for families, education, healthcare, business, politics, and public discourse, where feelings often outweigh facts and certainty replaces genuine inquiry. Rebuilding a healthy society requires strengthening intellectual humility, teaching people how to think rather than what to think, encouraging long-form reading and meaningful dialogue, verifying evidence before forming conclusions, and recognizing that wisdom comes from integrating reason with compassion. Emotion is an essential part of being human, but when it becomes our primary guide instead of a servant to truth, both individuals and civilizations lose their capacity for sound judgment, resilience, and lasting progress.Dr. Fred Clary, founder of Functional Analysis Chiropractic Technique and lifting/life coach/ gym-chalk covered philosopher talks about emotional reaction vs critical thought!
After taking some time away to help my family through my dad's open-heart surgery, I'm back with a new episode of Uncommon Sense with Ginny Robinson. Thank you to everyone who reached out and supported my family during this time.Today, I share my opinions on several current events. I discuss why I believe America must remain a sovereign nation and why I have concerns about the growing military relationship between the United States and Israel, including why I believe these actions raise real constitutional and legal questions.I also share my thoughts on the continued loss of American service members in the Iran War and explain why the United States should NOT be involved in another foreign war.Finally, I discuss the assassination of Charlie Kirk and how it is connected to the Epstein files, and why I think Americans deserve greater transparency and accountability from those in power.--https://www.youversion.com/bible-app
(0:00) Intro(1:24) The Real Purpose of the Critical Thinking Course(2:17) Preparing Yourself for the Intellectual Journey(3:00) How the Companions Presented the Case for Islam(4:33) What Happens When Muslims Abandon Their Responsibility?(4:46) Identifying and Challenging Dominant Worldviews(5:21) Know Who You Are Before Challenging Others(6:40) Are You Controlled by Inherited Thinking?(7:16) Why Children Stop Asking Their Parents Questions(8:00) Understanding Arguments, Evidence, Premises, and Inference(8:45) The Leadership and Political Vision of the Prophet ﷺ(10:17) Why Muslim Youth Learn From YouTube and Netflix(11:18) Does Islam Discourage the Use of Intellect?(12:37) The Prophetic Foundation of This Critical Thinking Course(13:48) Why Future Generations May Laugh at Today's Technology(15:30) Why Muslims Feel Overwhelmed by Western Progress(15:55) Who Will Resist Critical Thinking the Most?(17:27) Where Should Logic Begin and Where Should It Stop?(18:21) Reflecting on the Signs of Allah(19:11) How Muslims Can Become a Trial for Non-Muslims(20:53) Becoming Competent Representatives of the Quran(23:02) The 100-Year Plan and Its Central Course(24:20) The Complete Critical Thinking Roadmap(24:46) How to Identify Biases and Logical Fallacies(25:32) Understanding the Thought Models That Control You(26:37) Why Critical Thinking Is an Essential Life Skill(27:17) What Is Expected From Every Student(28:30) Remove Your Intellectual Armor(29:47) The Quran's Open Challenge to Humanity(31:47) Critical Thinking as a Foundation of Islam(32:26) Speak With Knowledge and Skill, Not Emotion(33:20) The Intellectual Crisis Facing Muslims(36:02) Challenge Your Own Thinking First(37:30) Why Ego Has No Place in This Classroom(38:07) Class Schedule and Global Student Participation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Everett Themer is a researcher, commentator, and media strategist whose work explores the fascinating intersection of UFO disclosure, public perception, and modern communications. Combining a deep understanding of branding, audience engagement, and strategic messaging, Everett has become a respected voice examining how the UFO/UAP phenomenon is presented to the public. His research investigates the influence of governments, intelligence agencies, mainstream media, and independent investigators in shaping the ongoing conversation surrounding disclosure, offering audiences a fresh perspective on one of today's most intriguing subjects.Drawing on his background in marketing and communications, Everett analyzes how information is crafted, distributed, and interpreted in an era driven by digital media and social platforms. He explores the evolution of UFO messaging—from decades of secrecy, ridicule, and stigma to the unprecedented transparency emerging today—while encouraging critical thinking about who controls the narrative and why. Through his thoughtful research and engaging commentary, Everett challenges audiences to look beyond the headlines and consider what the future of UFO disclosure could truly mean for society.Spaced Out Radio is your nightly source for alternative information, starting at 9pm Pacific, 12am Eastern. We broadcast LIVE every night. #UFO #UAP #AlienDisclosure #UFOSightings #UFOCoverUp #Aliens #SpacedOutRadio #Paranormal #UFOCommunity #disclosure -------------------------------------------------------You can now join the Space Traveler's Club;Join us at https://www.patreon.com/sor_space_travelers_club --------------------------------------------------------Grab Our Latest Spaced Out Radio Gear At:http://spacedoutradio.com/shop It's a great way to support our show!--------------------------------------------------------OUR LINKS:TWITTER: https://www.twitter.com/spacedoutradio FACEBOOK:https://www.facebook.com/spacedoutradioshow SPACED OUT RADIO - INSTAGRAM:https://www.instagram.com/spacedoutradioshow DAVE SCOTT - INSTAGRAM:https://www.instagram.com/davescottsor TWITCH: https://www.twitch.com/spacedoutradioshow WEBSITE: http://www.spacedoutradio.comGUEST IDEAS OR QUESTIONS FOR SOR?Contact Klaus at bookings@spacedoutradio.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spaced-out-radio--1657874/support.
Fishing Without Bait 524 presents the third and final part of Jim Ellermeyer's conversation with Missy Sorg about political differences, social-media behavior and the possibility of maintaining meaningful relationships with people who do not share our beliefs. Rather than trying to win a debate, Jim and Missy examine what happens when people listen to respond instead of listening to learn. They discuss the echo chambers created by social media, the pressure to react immediately and the assumptions people make based on political labels. Jim introduces the space between stimulus and response as the place where choice and freedom can be found. Missy speaks candidly about her experiences working with Republican candidates and organizations. She explains why she does not automatically block every hostile commenter, how she decides when a response crosses the line and what can happen when community members answer an argument with research and supporting information. She also shares a personal story about telling a longtime Democratic friend that she was a Republican. Although he was initially shocked, the two eventually talked openly about their differences. He did not change his political position, but he was able to tell her, “I still don't agree with it, but I don't hate you.” Their friendship survived because they chose curiosity and conversation over assumptions. The discussion also looks at the effect constant screen use can have on attention, emotional health and sleep. Missy describes replacing nighttime doomscrolling with physical books and noticing improvements in her sleep and overall outlook. Jim and Missy encourage listeners to become more intentional about how social media is used instead of allowing it to become a form of constant maintenance. This episode is not about convincing everyone to agree. It is an invitation to pause, ask questions, listen actively and remember that a political designation does not represent the entirety of another human being. Subscribe to Fishing Without Bait on your preferred podcast player so you never miss an episode. Support the program and receive ad-free episodes through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/fishingwithoutbait Continue the mindfulness journey with “Learn to Fish Without Bait: A 365-Day Mindfulness Journal and Adult Coloring Book”: https://www.lulu.com/shop/james-ellermeyer-lpc-ma-ncc-lpc/learn-to-fish-without-bait/paperback/product-6n9rd8.html?page=1&pageSize=4
Send us Fan MailWhat does it take to be a tech CEO and what path leads a person there?Sharon Lynch is CEO of Modus Create, a global consulting company that helps organizations modernize legacy systems, build digital products, and deploy AI‑driven solutions.Sharon graduated from Washington State University's management information systems program in the Carson College of Business, one of the first alums with an MIS degree. Sharon was also in the WSU Honors College and a university-wide sorority leader. Washington State Magazine editor Larry Clark talks with Sharon about how her experiences at WSU led her to the tech industry. She also discusses what it means to be a woman in a tech leadership role, giving back to WSU and students, and the importance of critical thinking in this time of rapid change with AI.Support the show______________________________________________________________________________Want more great WSU stories? Follow Washington State Magazine: LinkedIn @Washington-State-Magazine Bluesky @wastatemagazine.bsky.social X (formerly Twitter) @wsmagazine Facebook @WashingtonStateMagazine Instagram @WashingtonStateMagazine YouTube @WashingtonStateMagazine Email newsletterHow do you like the magazine podcast? What WSU stories do you want to hear? Let us know.Give to the magazine
Commander Rorke Denver, 14-year Navy SEAL veteran and author of Damn Few and Worth Dying For, joins the MTNTOUGH Podcast for a powerful conversation on mental toughness, resilience, and leadership. He breaks down the nature vs. nurture debate around grit, shares how he raises tough kids by letting them struggle, and explains why doing hard things prepares you for life's inevitable challenges. Rorke opens up about his time leading SEAL platoons in Iraq and South America, the highs of elite team performance, the lows of being stuck on a ship, and how hunting has become his new brotherhood after transitioning out of the military. Honest, practical, and inspiring — this episode is packed with tools for building an unbreakable mindset.Join Dustin Diefenderfer, Founder of MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab and creator of the MTNTOUGH+ Fitness App in the top podcast for Mental Toughness and Mindset. (P.S.
In this episode of Critical Thinking, David Morrow, Global Insurance Proposition Leader at Mercer, is joined by Laurent Rousseau, CEO for EMEA and Global Capital Solutions at Guy Carpenter, and Eryn Bacewich, Head of Insurance Solutions within Mercer's insurance investment practice, to discuss the evolving role of alternative capital in the reinsurance market.Together, they consider the development of risk transfer, from the emergence of Bermuda as a reinsurance hub after Hurricane Andrew, to the growth of catastrophe bonds, sidecars and collateralised reinsurance. The conversation also highlights why investors are seeking exposure to insurance risk, how higher interest rates have renewed focus on insurance float, and what the convergence of financial and reinsurance capital could mean for insurers, reinsurers and institutional investors.This content is for institutional investors and for information purposes only. It does not contain investment, financial, legal, tax or any other advice and should not be relied upon for this purpose. The materials are not tailored to your particular personal and/or financial situation. If you require advice based on your specific circumstances, you should contact a professional adviser. Opinions expressed are those of the speakers as of the date of the recording, are subject to change without notice and do not necessarily reflect Mercer's opinions.This does not constitute an offer or a solicitation of an offer to buy or sell securities, commodities and/or any other financial instruments or products or constitute a solicitation on behalf of any of the investment managers, their affiliates. For the avoidance of doubt, this is not formal investment advice to allow any party to transact. Additional advice will be required in advance of entering into any contract. Read our full important notices - click here
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Popper and Cassels explain how the GRAIL test and new cancer drugs often offer false hope, limited benefit, and dangerous overdiagnosis. #CancerScreeningMyths #PharmaRealityCheck #EarlyDetectionHype #HealthTalks
Higher Marks, Lower Learning? AI's Favourite Magic Trick This week, Ray and Dan unpack a bumper collection of AI in education news and research, all pointing to one critical question: Is AI helping students learn…or just helping them score higher? The episode begins with a striking case from Brown University, where a take-home exam averaged 96%, only for the same cohort to average 48% in a supervised final. From there, Ray and Dan explore what the latest research says about AI-assisted assessment, automated marking, AI tutors, critical thinking, and the growing importance of student agency. They also discuss: New evidence on AI marking compared with human examiners Research showing how guided AI tutoring can improve maths learning Why critical thinking is the biggest predictor of successful AI use The risks of "never-skilling" when students rely too heavily on AI AI detectors: what they can (and can't) reliably tell us New Australian data on AI's impact on employment The latest Digital Education Council survey of university students Online safety and the growing challenge of AI-assisted image abuse As always, the episode is packed with practical insights, research summaries, and plenty of discussion about what all this means for educators, schools and universities. Links - News Voice got an upgrade https://openai.com/index/introducing-gpt-live/ Inside Higher Ed article: Brown Professor Suspects Majority of His Class Used AI to Cheat https://www.insidehighered.com/news/faculty/learning-assessment/2026/07/08/brown-professor-suspects-most-his-class-used-ai-cheat Digital Education Council AI in Higher Education Global Survey https://www.digitaleducationcouncil.com/resource-library-items/ai-in-higher-education-global-survey-2026 One in 25 teens affected by AI-assisted online abuse, study finds. Read Lee Barrett's opinion: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/lee-barrett-a7624923b_boys-major-victims-of-ai-assisted-online-share-7480417534723244033-OjWU/ AI and employment in Australia - report from Department of Education and Workplace Relations https://www.dewr.gov.au/download/17666/ai-and-employment-australia/43205/ai-and-employment-australia/pdf Links - Research AI in University Assessment: Evaluating the Opportunities and Risks of Automated Marking https://www.emotional-cognition.psychol.cam.ac.uk/sites/default/files/OpRaise%20Report_DIGITAL.pdf LLM Performance on a Real, Double-Marked GCSE Benchmark https://arxiv.org/abs/2606.24973 Teaching with Gemini: Measuring the impact of Guided Learning on student mathematics progress in Sierra Leone https://deepmind.google/blog/measuring-the-impact-of-learning-with-ai-in-sierra-leone-and-beyond/ https://storage.googleapis.com/deepmind-media/LearnLM/learnLM_sierraleone_may26.pdf Access is Not Enough: Human Support Improves Engagement with AI Tutoring https://nssa.stanford.edu/studies/access-not-enough-human-support-improves-engagement-ai-tutoring The Generative AI Learning Penalty: Evidence from Chinese Secondary Education https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=6868618 The agency gap: perceived human AI agency, reflection and generative AI learning across UK and China based higher education contexts https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/03075079.2026.2686986 How Do Autonomy, Critical Thinking, and Artificial Intelligence Value Perception Affect University Student Self-regulated Learning? https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11528-026-01203-3 The cognitive impact of ChatGPT in higher education: A systematic review of critical and creative thinking outcomes https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666920X26000330 AI-induced never-skilling in medical education https://doi.org/10.1038/s41591-026-04438-y (Paywalled) Who wrote this? Evaluating the reliability of AI detection tools in higher education https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40979-026-00226-w .
How do echo chambers influence our beliefs? How do you know what is true on the internet? Why does misinformation spread so quickly online? What is an echo chamber, and how does confirmation bias influence the way we evaluate information? In this episode of Good Is In The Details, Gwendolyn Dolske and Rudy Salo welcome sociologist Matthew Facciani, author of Misguided: Where Misinformation Starts, How It Spreads, and What To Do About It, for an engaging conversation about the psychology and sociology of misinformation. Together they explore: • What misinformation is, and why it's so persuasive • Why our social identities often matter more than facts • How echo chambers and online communities reinforce existing beliefs • The role of confirmation bias in shaping what we think is true • Why intelligent people can still believe false information • Practical critical thinking strategies for evaluating claims and sources • How to recognize credible evidence and challenge your own assumptions • Ways to become a more thoughtful consumer of news, social media, and online information Rather than simply asking what people believe, this conversation examines why we believe it. Drawing from sociology, psychology, philosophy, and critical thinking, Matthew Facciani explains how our need for belonging, identity, and certainty can make us vulnerable to misinformation, and what we can do to become better thinkers. Whether you're interested in media literacy, critical thinking, online behavior, confirmation bias, or simply want to become more confident in evaluating information on the internet, this episode offers practical tools for navigating today's complex information landscape. Guest: Matthew Facciani, sociologist and author of Misguided: Where Misinformation Starts, How It Spreads, and What To Do About It If you enjoy conversations that encourage curiosity, evidence-based reasoning, and philosophy for everyday life, subscribe to Good Is In The Details and leave a review. Your support helps more listeners discover thoughtful conversations about ethics, psychology, science, education, and the ideas shaping our world. https://www.goodisinthedetails.com
Text Me Here!!!If you are needing the reminder that you are loved and loved specifically by Jesus Christ, this episode is for you! I dive into Elder Larreal's and Elder Rowe's conference talks, and I'm happy to say, I've known Jesus Christ loves me, but after going through these talks, He REALLY loves me! And He REALLY loves you too!I'm loving how all these talks are coinciding so well together and can't wait for our next episode, until then be sure to email me or text me what spiritual thoughts or insights you've been feeling or hearing as you go through these conference talks, I love getting to hear them! E-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.comInsta: @munchandminglepodcast
This is the conversation that happened after the conversation. Part one of our Deb Rubin episode covered the foundations: why sexuality is not an emergency, the three things that make kids stop talking to you, and the difference between sexuality and sexualization. This part two episode picks up exactly where that left off, and goes somewhere most parenting conversations don't. The first thread is clothing. Specifically: what do you actually do when your middle schooler comes downstairs in something that makes your stomach drop? Deb walks us through the questions she loves. Not the panicked parental reaction, but the slow, deliberate, genuinely curious questions that keep the conversation open rather than slamming it shut. Is it weather appropriate? Does it fit? Does it feel comfortable? Is it right for the occasion? And underneath all of those: is my reaction coming from a fear, or from a responsibility? She also names something that most parents are thinking and nobody says out loud: people make a quick snapshot decision based on how you look. Not fair. Not right. But true, and worth telling your kid directly, without judgment, so they can factor it into their own deliberate choices rather than discovering it the hard way. The second thread is social media. Deb waited until her daughters were fourteen before allowing any social media at all. She was strict about time limits and relaxed about content, believing that her job was to manage the dopamine delivery mechanism, not to surveil everything her kids were consuming. And then, in junior year, she removed the limits entirely. Not because the concern was gone, but because she had two years left under her roof to let her daughter practice managing herself and discover, on her own, whether she needed limits at all. Her daughter put them back on after a month. That story, (the limits removed, the daughter who reinstated them herself) is the emotional and clinical centerpiece of part two of our conversation with Deb Rubin. Because it illustrates everything Deb has been saying across both conversations: the goal is not control. The goal is critical thinking. The goal is a kid who, when left to their own devices, reaches for what actually serves them. Jenni closes the episode with a clinical frame that Deb immediately said she was going to steal: the dopamine toolbox. When electronics are the only source of dopamine in a child's life, the consequences are significant and well-documented. The invitation, for kids and for the adults raising them, is to build a diverse toolbox of dopamine sources. Movement. Connection. Creative work. Real-world competence. Not instead of screens, but alongside them, so that the pull of any single source never becomes the whole story.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
When filmmaker and homeopath Ananda More first encountered homeopathy, she dismissed it as pseudoscience. It wasn't until an unexpected experience while traveling through India that her certainty began to unravel. Years later—even after becoming a practicing homeopath herself—she still wrestled with the question: "is this all simply placebo?" That honest skepticism became the foundation for Magic Pills, a documentary exploring the science, stories, politics, and controversy surrounding one of the world's most debated healing modalities.In this conversation, we go far beyond the basics of homeopathy. We explore the difference between healthy skepticism and dogma, why homeopathy provokes such intense resistance, the state of the scientific research, censorship within medicine and media, energetic healing, placebo, consciousness, and what it means to follow evidence wherever it leads.Ananda also shares remarkable patient stories, discusses the global effort to preserve access to homeopathy, and explains why empowering parents with safe, non-toxic tools may be one of the most important investments we can make in future generations. Whether you're completely new to homeopathy or have questioned it for years, this conversation is an invitation to look deeper before deciding what to believe.Learn more about Ananda and her work:
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Let us know what you think!Security Halt's Med Group - https://zcform.com/QA5QsClick the link for a FREE consultation with My Med Team to see how we can help. How should military experience shape leadership in America?In Episode 449 of the Security Halt! Podcast, Deny Caballero sits down with former Green Beret, combat veteran, and public servant Joe Kent for a wide-ranging discussion on military service, leadership, American foreign policy, civic responsibility, and the role veterans can play in shaping the nation's future.Drawing from years of service in Special Operations and his experience in public life, Joe shares his perspective on strategic decision-making, the challenges facing America, the importance of personal integrity, and why critical thinking has never been more important.The conversation also explores faith, resilience, the influence of foreign interests on policy, and why informed citizens remain the foundation of a strong republic.Whether you're interested in national security, leadership, or the role veterans play beyond the battlefield, this episode provides thoughtful insights into some of today's most important issues. Listen now. Follow the show. Share this with the veteran or entrepreneur who needs to hear it. Chapters:00:00 Leadership, Transparency, and Why Integrity Matters01:11 Why Joe Kent Left the Trump Administration03:08 What Really Happens Inside Government Decision-Making06:07 The Special Operations Mindset: Debate Creates Better Leaders08:44 War Gaming, Strategy, and Defining the End State12:04 Israel, Foreign Policy, and America's National Interests17:46 Why Joe Kent Chose to Walk Away21:54 Veterans React: Public Support and Political Criticism24:42 What's Next for Joe Kent?29:06 How Money, PACs, and Lobbyists Influence Politics34:43 What Power Does the President Actually Have?40:33 Defense Spending, National Priorities, and America First44:15 Classified Information, Declassification, and Intelligence Reform50:48 Critical Thinking in the Age of AI and Social Media52:23 Faith, Purpose, and Life After Military Service56:37 Joe Kent's Vision for the Future57:33 Where to Follow Joe Kent Sponsored by: Transcend Use my referral link to book a consultation for Peptide Therapy http://transcendcompany.com/DenyCaballero Pure Liberty Labs Use Code: SECURITY_HALT_10 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/purelibertylabs/ Website: https://purelibertylabs.com/ PRECISION WELLNESS GROUP Use code: Security Halt Podcast 25 Website: https://www.precisionwellnessgroup.com/ WARRIOR RISING Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wearewarriorrising/?hl=en Website: https://warriorrising.org/ Donate Today: https://warriorrising.org/?form=donate SPECIAL FORCES FOUNDATION Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/specialforcesfoundation_/ Website: https://specialforcesfoundation.org/ Request Help: https://specialforcesfoundation.org/get-support/ Security Halt Mediahttps://www.securityhaltmedia.com/Instagram: @securityhaltX: @SecurityHaltTik Tok: @security.halt.podLinkedIn: Deny Caballero Looking for custom handmade items, military memorabilia, or laser engraving? Contact Eric Gilgenast.Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/haus_gilgenast_woodworks_main/Website: https://www.hausgilgenastwoodworks.com/SOF Heritage Designs Custom belt Buckles. Of the Regiment for the Regiment SOF-HD.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sofhdesigns/Support the showProduced by Security Halt Media
On this new episode of The Profitable Table, we break down how to filter out celebrity noise, emotional manipulation, and bad information—and instead stay focused on your own clear business objectives, better decision-making, and real ROI.Listen now if you want to learn about business strategy, leadership, entrepreneurship, and how to build a more profitable and resilient hospitality business.Produced by Hangar Studios Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In Episode 523 of Fishing Without Bait, we continue our conversation with Missy Sorg in Part 2 of a thoughtful and challenging discussion about politics, responsibility, family support, and respectful disagreement. Missy and Jim Ellermeyer begin by examining the complicated realities surrounding abortion and the question of what happens after a child is born. Their conversation moves beyond political slogans to consider infertility, adoption, foster care, support systems, special-needs care, financial responsibility, and the difficult decisions families may face. Missy shares personal experiences that have shaped her perspective, including going through infertility treatments and seeing family members navigate teenage pregnancy and lifelong care needs. The discussion asks whether society is doing enough to educate young people about consequences, critical thinking, emotional decision-making, and personal responsibility. The conversation then expands into voter education and representative government. Drawing from her work as a Republican committee woman and her experiences at polling locations, Missy discusses the importance of understanding what elected offices actually control rather than voting entirely through party labels or a single issue. Jim and Missy also consider how political representatives can become disconnected from their constituents, how social media encourages echo chambers, and why people often listen only long enough to prepare their response. Despite the disagreements and difficult subjects, the episode returns to a simple principle: people should be treated with courtesy and respect. Meaningful progress begins when we stop reducing one another to political labels and begin listening to learn. This is Part 2 of our conversation with Missy Sorg. The discussion continues in the next episode. Subscribe to Fishing Without Bait through your favorite podcast player so you do not miss the continuation. Support the podcast and receive ad-free episodes through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/fishingwithoutbait Pick up Learn to Fish Without Bait: A 365-Day Mindfulness Journal and Adult Coloring Book: https://www.lulu.com/shop/james-ellermeyer-lpc-ma-ncc-lpc/learn-to-fish-without-bait/paperback/product-6n9rd8.html?page=1&pageSize=4 Do a kindness for yourself. Do a kindness for another. Forgive yourself and forgive another.
The Interstellar (2014) Movie Review has finally landed on Born to Watch, the movie review podcast where we don't take ourselves or the movies too seriously, and this week Whitey, Damo and the G-Man strap themselves into the Endurance to tackle one of Christopher Nolan's most ambitious films.Love it, hate it, or spend three hours trying to figure out what a tesseract actually is, there's no denying that Interstellar is one of the most talked-about science fiction films ever made.Starring Matthew McConaughey, Anne Hathaway, Jessica Chastain, Michael Caine and an unforgettable surprise appearance from Matt Damon, Interstellar blends emotional family drama with mind-bending science in a way very few films have attempted before. Black holes, wormholes, time dilation, gravity, fifth dimensions and Hans Zimmer's thunderous score all combine to create a cinematic experience unlike anything else.The boys break down whether Christopher Nolan's space epic deserves its place among the greatest films ever made or asks just a little too much of its audience.Whitey shares why this remains one of the most emotional cinema experiences of his life and admits that even after multiple viewings, he still discovers new details every time. Damo dives deep into the science behind the film, the incredible soundtrack from Hans Zimmer and why this is a movie that rewards repeat watches. Meanwhile, G-Man experiences Interstellar for the very first time, proving that even a three-hour runtime can't stop Nolan from delivering one unforgettable ride.Of course, this wouldn't be Born to Watch without plenty of laughs along the way.The boys debate whether anyone actually understands the ending the first time around, discuss the emotional devastation of Cooper's relationship with Murph, marvel at Nolan's practical filmmaking techniques and question whether they'd leave their own family behind if they were humanity's last hope.There's plenty of appreciation for Matthew McConaughey's career-best performance, Anne Hathaway's emotional turn, Jessica Chastain's incredible work as the adult Murph, and Matt Damon's unforgettable heel turn, which completely changes the direction of the film.As always, the crew dive into the IMDb and Rotten Tomatoes scores, compares Interstellar against some of the greatest science fiction films ever made, revisits the incredible year that was 2014 in cinema and discusses Christopher Nolan's unbelievable run of films, including Batman Begins, The Prestige, The Dark Knight, Inception and Interstellar.Expect plenty of discussion around Hans Zimmer's legendary score, practical visual effects that still hold up over a decade later and why Interstellar continues to inspire audiences every time it's re-released on the biggest screens possible.Naturally, the famous Born to Watch segments return, including Overs and Unders, Critical Thinking, Ordinary People, Hit, Sleeper, Dud, The Snorbs Report, Quickfire Questions and plenty more movie nonsense that somehow still makes perfect sense.Whether you've watched Interstellar once or twenty times, or you're still trying to work out exactly what happened inside the tesseract, this episode is packed with laughs, passionate movie discussion and enough Christopher Nolan appreciation to make even Professor Brand proud.So grab your headphones, set your coordinates beyond Saturn and join the crew for one of the biggest movie discussions we've ever had.Join the conversation! What did you think of Interstellar? Is it Christopher Nolan's greatest achievement? Does Hans Zimmer deliver the greatest movie score of the modern era? Let us know your thoughts across our social channels, and don't forget to subscribe, leave a review and share Born to Watch with your fellow movie lovers.#Interstellar #ChristopherNolan #MatthewMcConaughey #HansZimmer #MovieReview #BornToWatchPodcast #SciFiMovies #FilmPodcast #Interstellar2014 #MoviePodcast
The education crisis has reached a breaking point, and the consequences extend far beyond the classroom. America's education system cannot continue down this path without threatening the nation's ability to think critically, innovate, and preserve a free society. This episode explores how America is losing the ability to think, and it's more than a discussion about schools. Artificial intelligence did not create America's education crisis. It exposed it. This episode of The P.A.S. Report Podcast examines how decades of declining academic standards, grade inflation, technology dependence, and progressive ideological influence have weakened critical thinking, civic literacy, and intellectual independence. From public schools and higher education to artificial intelligence and civic education, this episode explains why education reform has become one of the defining issues shaping America's future. It also presents a practical blueprint to rebuild American education, restore high expectations, and prepare future generations to preserve liberty, innovation, and the American Dream. What You'll Learn In This Episode: Why the Brown University AI experiment exposed a much deeper problem than academic cheating. How declining literacy and a lack of critical thinking threaten constitutional government, economic prosperity, and national security. How America's education crisis fuels government dependency, political polarization, and greater wealth inequality. Why the Republican establishment failed to make education the defining issue of a generation while the left transformed the education system. A practical blueprint to rebuild American education through higher standards, life skills, civic education, responsible AI instruction, and intellectual discipline. If this episode resonates, follow the show and share it with a parent, teacher, school board member, or anyone who believes America's future depends on rebuilding the American mind. Topics Covered: Education Crisis, American Education, Public Education, Education Reform, Critical Thinking, Artificial Intelligence, Public Schools, Civic Education, Constitutional Republic, Financial Literacy, Academic Standards, American Decline
AI has quietly crept into almost every corner of our daily lives—but what does its rise mean for the future of early childhood? In this episode, Alexandra Dutton sits down with veteran educator Darcy Campbell to discuss how we can protect the sacred realm of early education. Together, they explore why young minds desperately need time to think creatively, build a tolerance for frustration, and learn real-world problem-solving from loving, trusted adults. Tune in for a fascinating conversation on the role of AI in our future, and how it might impact the way our children think—for better and for worse. Learn more about Darcy's work as a parent coach and teacher mentor: https://www.darcycampbellcoaching.com/
This episode features Deb Rubin on creating a sex-positive home, the three things that make kids stop talking to you, and why there is no "talk", just a thousand small moments. Deb Rubin is a licensed clinical social worker, psychotherapist, and therapeutic parent coach based in Boulder, Colorado, with over twenty years of experience helping parents navigate the transition from childhood to adolescence. She's also Jenni's longtime colleague and friend, which means this conversation goes places most podcast conversations don't. The episode opens with a deceptively simple question: how do parents move past their own discomfort to become the trusted voice in their child's life around sexuality? And from there it becomes one of the most practically useful conversations about sex education and parenting that Sex and the Psyche has ever hosted. Deb introduces a framework that reframes the entire conversation: sexuality is not an emergency. It's not one talk. It's not a checklist. It's short, sweet, and consistent, a thousand small moments of curiosity and honesty that accumulate, over years, into a child who trusts you enough to tell you things you didn't even know you wanted to know. She breaks down the three parental responses that immediately shut kids down; judgment, over-empathizing, and catastrophic thinking, and explains why the parent who says almost nothing in the moment of a share almost always gets told more. She distinguishes clearly between sexuality (natural, internal, expressive) and sexualization (external, objectifying, worth-based), and explains why conflating the two is one of the most damaging things the culture does to young people. And she names something that Daniel articulates beautifully near the end of the episode: the difference between parenting from fear and parenting from responsibility. A fear requires you to go inward. A responsibility requires you to have a conversation. Knowing which one you're operating from changes everything about how you show up. This episode is for every parent who has ever frozen in the moment, said the wrong thing, or wondered whether they've already missed their window. The answer, Deb makes clear, is almost always no. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ronald White, guest author, describes how Chamberlain began his academic career at Bowdoin College in 1855, seeking to instill critical thinking in his pupils rather than treating them as mere boys to be regimented. His tenure was marked by encounters with significant historical figures, including visiting senator Jefferson Davis and neighbor Harriet Beecher Stowe, whose readings of Uncle Tom's Cabin he attended. As the nation drifted toward Civil War, Chamberlainfelt an internal crisis, compelled to join the fight despite being a respected professor and father of two young children. In 1862, he famously declined a lucrative sabbatical to study languages in Europe to enlist in the volunteer 20th Maine. Rejecting an initial offer to lead a regiment as colonel, he insisted on "earning and learning" his way to command by serving as a lieutenant colonel under a professional soldier. This choice defined his transition from an intellectual to a battlefield hero. On Great Fields: The Life and Unlikely Heroism of Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain (2)1840 BOWDOIN
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