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Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we discuss the season finale of season four of Tea Leaves, our version of the Harry Potter TV show. Harry and the champions face the final task in the Tri-Wizard Tournament, and the Dark Lord returns. Enjoy!Topics/Summary:·      2:16 Aftermath of the Second Task. Ron is a hero (and gets more heroic with each version of the story), and Harry just can't shake the nagging feeling of the crushing task in the lake.·      10:37 Rita Skeeter and Karkaroff are stirring the pot. Rita writes an article about Hermione playing with the hearts of Krum and Harry. Karkaroff barges into a potions class and flashes the dark mark at Snape, but Harry catches a glimpse.·      18:08 The trio go to Hogsmeade and Sirius tells them everything about Crouch's past. They learn that he was in line to become the next minister but was cast aside after his son, Barty Crouch Jr., was convicted of being a Death Eater.·      23:59 Moody, Crouch(es), and Karkaroff all implode. Mr. Crouch appears in a bad state but disappears when Dumbledore comes to help him. Harry goes into the pensive and watches the trial of Barty Crouch Jr.·      35:08 The trio discuss what just happened to open the last episode. Then, families arrive and everything prepares for the third task.·      49:17 We're back in the forest in Albania. We follow Voldemort as he gains his power back and moves to the Riddle house, turning the light on in the living room and planning to kill Harry. Eventually, he emerges from the house and sees Harry and Cedric standing in the graveyard. ThePotterDiscussion@gmail.comthepotterdiscussion.comNox

Reflections from host Sarah Olivieri ... Is Your Budget Killing Your Major Gifts Program? Many nonprofit leaders I talk to about major gifts describe some version of the same wall. They know the money is out there. They have heard the statistics about wealth transfer and donor-advised funds. They have sat through the trainings. And still, nothing moves. So they go looking for the missing skill. Better scripts. A new CRM. A workshop on how to ask. Here's what I often find when I see an organization trying to do major gifts but struggling. They're actually operating with systems and processes that work against major gifts. Systems like: annual fundraising strategies a schedule of campaigns an annual budget that rewards short-term gifting, which often comes at the expense of building the proper long-term relationship that leads to true, significant, sustainable funding from major donors Relationships operate on systems as well, but these are not the systems that relationships run on. When the wrong systems are in place, people rarely call out the system. They compensate with effort instead. In fundraising, that effort goes into activity that can be measured this quarter. Events. Appeals. Data entry. All of it visible, all of it defensible, and very little of it building the thing that tends to produce seven-figure gifts. A version of this came up on almost every strategy call I had this spring, which is why I was glad to sit down with Bill Crouch and talk it through. Bill has spent more than forty years inside this work, first as a college president raising private money in the shadow of a state flagship, now advising nonprofits nationally. He has lived this work and he has taught it, which is a rarer combination than it sounds. What the conversation gave me was not a new idea. It was a sharper explanation of why the patient approach holds up and why so few organizations are structured to survive the wait. The Annual Budget Is the Clock Everything Else Runs On Start with the operating budget, because everything downstream inherits its timeline. A relationship with a high capacity donor takes eighteen months. Sometimes three years. Bill spent eighteen months getting the first million dollar commitment for a giving group at his own college. Six weeks after that, he had five more, because the first person made calls to friends. Eighteen months of nothing, then five gifts in six weeks. Now put that curve inside an organization that closes its books every twelve months and asks the development office what it brought in. The gap is rarely a matter of discipline. The organization has committed to a reporting cycle that cannot see the work until it is already finished. So the work does not get funded, does not get protected on anyone's calendar, and does not survive the first cash flow scare in month seven. I write and talk a lot about how the layout of your budget shapes the decisions you make, and this is the most expensive version of that. A twelve-month frame makes long horizon relationship work look like underperformance. Then leaders respond to the number in front of them, which is the only responsible thing to do with the information the system gives them. The Desk Always Wins Bill described development work as needing two different capabilities. The technical side, sitting in the office getting things done. And the relational side, out in the world with people. Two skill sets, often two different humans. In a small shop, one person holds both. Ask that person what they did last week and you will hear about the database, the appeal, the grant report, the reconciliation. Not the coffee that took ninety minutes and produced no measurable outcome. The desk wins because the desk has deadlines. The relationship has none. This is a design flaw with a simple mechanism. Every task in the office has a due date attached to it and a visible consequence for missing it. Relationship building has neither. Give one person both jobs and the work with a deadline tends to consume the work without one, week after week, however much that person believes in the relational side. Which means the fix is structural. Protect the time in a way the person cannot trade away, or separate the roles. Telling someone to prioritize relationships more is asking them to out-discipline their own job description. The Mechanism, Named One line from that conversation has stayed with me: "That forces nonprofits to make short-term decisions that hurt long-term strategies." What I appreciate about this framing is that it locates the problem in the design rather than in the people executing it. The short-term decision is the rational one given the reporting cycle. Change the cycle, or build a revenue floor that takes the pressure off it, and the same team will often behave differently. Not much had to change in anyone's character. The structure stopped charging them for patience. Turnover Is What the Design Produces Forty years ago, the number one problem in nonprofit fundraising was development staff turnover. It is still the number one problem. Bill named four causes, and the timeline inside them is the part worth sitting with. It takes about sixteen months for the wrong hire to realize they do not want this job. It takes the supervisor about sixteen months to accept the same thing. So roughly a year and a half of relationship equity walks out the door, and the next person starts from zero with donors who have now been handed off twice. Run that loop three times and you have a decade of fundraising with no compounding whatsoever. The organization has been paying for major gifts capacity the entire time and never accumulating any. And the third cause Bill listed is the one nonprofits could fix tomorrow. The only way to get a meaningful raise in this field is to leave. We hand out cost of living adjustments and call it compensation strategy. Then we act surprised when the person holding four years of donor history takes a call from a recruiter. The turnover looks to me like an output. The design tends to produce it, and hiring better rarely changes what the design produces. If you want to see the same mechanism from another angle, emotional intelligence functions as retention infrastructure inside these teams, not as a soft add-on. Relationship Building Is a Practice You Can Teach Here is the part that gets skipped. The long horizon only pays off if something real happens inside it, and most organizations treat what happens in the room as a matter of charm. Some people have it. Some people do not. Hire for it and hope. Bill asks every high capacity person he meets about their favorite childhood toy. That is the whole thing. A simple question about a toy, and within a couple of minutes he is hearing what someone actually cares about, in their own words, before any case statement enters the conversation. I have been collecting strategic questions for years, and I recently started a separate collection just for get to know you questions. His goes at the top of that list. I asked my next podcast guest the same thing, and it changed the shape of the whole interview. Which tells you something about the mechanism. A good question is repeatable. It can be written down, taught, practiced, and handed to a nervous program director who has never asked anyone for money. Charm cannot. So when an organization decides that relationship building is a talent rather than a practice, it has quietly made that work impossible to train, impossible to delegate, and impossible to sustain past the tenure of whoever happened to be good at it. Bill also brings brain science into how he approaches this, and that tracks. Relationship building, brain science, and psychology go hand in hand. People give when they feel seen, heard, and valued, and there is a physiological story underneath that, not just a sentimental one. Which means the patient work is doing something specific in those eighteen months. Those months are where the ask becomes possible. Skip them and you are asking a stranger. Titles Are Structure Bill told a story about interviewing a researcher at a large university. She had put the institution in her will. She had been there sixteen years. She had identified and researched a donor who eventually gave a million dollars. No major gift officer had ever walked into her office to thank her. Nobody, in sixteen years. She stayed because her children had a tuition waiver. His response to this pattern is to give every person in the development operation the same title: "Every person in the development shop should have the same title. Director of Major Gifts." This makes sense given the setup. A title describes what the organization believes a role is for. When the researcher's title says researcher and the gift officer's title says major gifts, the org chart has already suggested who is doing the real fundraising and who is doing support work. Most people read that correctly and behave accordingly. I coach clients on titles constantly, usually while helping them build a first development department, and my rule is that people should have whatever title helps them do their job best. Bill's version goes further, and I think he is right about it. It does two things at once. Inside the organization, it tells the researcher and the data entry person that they matter, which is the same thing every donor is trying to find out about themselves. Outside the organization, it gives every one of those people a title they can carry into a room and use to build a real relationship. Give everyone the title that names the actual goal, and you have used structure to say something that a values statement on the wall never manages to say. The Board Question That Is Easy to Sequence Wrong Then there is the board, where two incompatible jobs get stuffed into one body. Bill's framing came from a retired chamber of commerce CEO. Most nonprofit boards are made up of sparrows. Sparrows come to the quarterly meeting, sit through staff reports, argue about whether to spend two hundred dollars on a computer, write a thousand dollar check, and buy a seat at the gala. Most nonprofits could not operate without them. Plenty of boards also want an eagle. Someone who can write a seven-figure check. Eagles tend to hate meetings, do not care about the computer, and rarely sit through reports. Put one on your board and within a year they will often either turn into a sparrow or quit. So Bill builds his clients a separate group. Five or six people, all high capacity, meeting twice a year in each other's homes rather than at your facility, with a single agenda item. Which of our friends can we ask. I give the same advice and I get there differently. I do not want money, power, and decision-making consolidated into the same group of people. Your governing board should be the people who want to do the careful, unglamorous work of oversight, checking that nothing is going off the rails. Not the people with the biggest checkbooks, who are usually the furthest from the weeds and the least accountable for the outcome. So give the givers their own structure where giving is the actual job. Two groups, two purposes, no competition between them. This is also why the board chair and executive director relationship works better when the governance lane is clearly drawn. What a Built System Looks Like Build the plumbing first. Here that means a small number of specific things in place before anyone worries about scripts. The CEO carries a real portfolio, ten people or fewer, and treats it as a standing commitment rather than a fourth quarter push. The relational time is protected structurally, not aspirationally. Compensation is designed so that staying is financially rational. There is a revenue floor that does not depend on this year's major gift closing, which is what makes waiting affordable. And there is a group whose entire purpose is giving and opening doors, separate from the group that governs. Fully built or partially built matters enormously here. A partially built major gifts function has all the cost and none of the compounding. You are paying for the staff, the software, and the events, and you are still starting over every eighteen months. Diversifying and de-risking your revenue base is part of the same picture, which is why revenue design deserves attention before the ask does. What This Makes Possible When leaders see this clearly, the fear around major gifts usually drops several notches. The conversation stops being about whether anyone on the team is brave enough to ask a person for a million dollars and starts being about whether the organization can hold a relationship for three years without flinching. That is a design question, and design questions have answers. What can stop being so heavy is the self-blame. Chances are nobody failed at fundraising here. The organization was built with a twelve-month clock and then asked to do multi-year work, and it did roughly what that setup tends to produce. You are where you are, it is what it is. Once the structure changes, the same people, the same mission, and the same donor list start producing something entirely different, because the effort finally accumulates instead of resetting. Doing Work That Compounds This is not about asking bigger. It is about building an organization that can hold a relationship long enough for the ask to make sense. Nonprofits can raise transformational money.They can pay their fundraisers well enough to keep them.They can stop rebuilding donor relationships from scratch every eighteen months. Not by pushing harder, by building systems that hold. About the Guest Bill Crouch is the CEO of BrightDot Fundraising Advisors and has spent more than 40 years helping nonprofits transform fundraising into meaningful, lasting relationships with donors. A former college president, fundraising expert, author, and Honorary Fellow at Oxford University, Bill is the author of Mattership™: Making Donors Feel They Matter, where he shares practical strategies for building trust and inspiring generosity. Connect with Bill: Website: http://thebrightdot.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/brightdot LinkedIn personal: Bill Crouch LinkedIn Be sure to subscribe to Inspired Nonprofit Leadership so that you don't miss a single episode, and while you're at it, won't you take a moment to write a short review and rate our show? It would be greatly appreciated! Let us know the topics or questions you would like to hear about in a future episode. You can do that and follow us on LinkedIn.

On today's episode of The Therapy Crouch, love, chaos, and a brand-new family member are on the podcast as Abbey, Peter, and Kaz catch up on all things life! Peter shares his newfound passion for cold-water swimming (and the VERY painful side effects of freezing sea dips), while Abbey introduces us to Coco, the newest four-legged addition to the Crouch household—much to Peter's complete lack of control!We also hear your hilarious Ask Us Anything submissions, including a listener who is at breaking point over her partner's endless "livin' the dream" catchphrase, and a full-on airport meltdown after a last-minute holiday booking goes off the rails. In our wedding dilemma, we help an anonymous listener figure out how to choose a Maid of Honour without causing total friendship warfare!Submit your AMA's here! -https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Mv3i0N5Jm1Kkjvd4iUkpJEV1_Tisgq58siorNb9zS0/viewform?edit_requested=true00:00 Introduction & Sickness Chat01:31 Health Kick & Cold Sea Swims04:33 Man to Man Cold Water Side Effects05:55 Meet Coco! The New Crouch Family Member07:47 A Catchphrase Driven to the Edge10:38 Embellishing Stories & Little Lies12:09 Airport Meltdowns & Last Minute Holidays16:00 The Packing Tips Dilemma17:03 AMA: The Maid of Honour Dilemma To contact us:Email: thetherapycrouch@gmail.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetherapycrouchpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thetherapycrouchWebsite: https://thetherapycrouch.com/For more from Peter:https://twitter.com/petercrouchFor more from Abbey: https://www.instagram.com/abbeyclancyOur clips channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZntcv96YhN8IvMAKsz4Dbg Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guest host Rebekah Haynie talks with Everyone's Wilson's Daryl Crouch about who's responsible to disciple people to become like Jesus.  Hint:  it's not just the pastor's job!  How do you grow to become more like Jesus?  How do you help others do the same?  Caitlin Hawk, author of "Overcomer, Overcome," shares her story of shame and false identity.  Because of that, her life spiralled downward.  Then, she cried out to Jesus.  She was changed! The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we discuss season 4 episodes 7 and 8 of Tea Leaves, our version of the Harry Potter TV show. Harry faces some of the most and least profound challenges of the season in this episode. Hagrid is revealed as a half-giant against his will as Rita Skeeter continues her rampage, and the Second Task is some of the darkest content we've seen yet. Enjoy!Topics/Summary:·      1:35 Episode seven begins with Harry triumphant in the common room. He has emerged from the first task with a great score and the egg in hand, and he feels on top of the world. After the tense relationship between Ron and Harry, they finally find their common ground again and can forgive each other.·      17:19 Life at Hogwarts. He sends a letter to Sirius, goes to help Hagrid with the blast ended skrewts, and Hermione shows him and Ron the kitchens with the house elves. Winky is in a bad way, calling Ludo Bagman a very bad wizard and lamenting her glory days with Mr. Crouch.·      22:03 The Yule Ball. What a fun time of emotions running high and breath of fresh air from fighting dragons in the first task and death. Ron and Hermione exchange words at the end of the night.·      30:58 Episode eight begins with Hagrid drama. Rita Skeeter overhead Hagrid and Madame Maxime talking at the Yule Ball about his being half giant. Malfoy makes fun of Hagrid for it and the trio gets very mad at Rita.·      36:04 The egg. Cedric tells Harry to take his egg to the prefect bathroom and figure it out, so Harry does. He eventually figures it out with the help of Moaning Myrtle. He gets stuck in a trick stair on the way back and it found out, but Moody comes and saves him. Lucky him…·      44:02 The Second Task. It isolates Harry and prepares him for the intense challenges ahead. He's incredibly nervous, and for good reason. Though he comes out all right, none of the champions comes out quite the same. ThePotterDiscussion@gmail.comthepotterdiscussion.comNox

Bill Crouch is the founder and CEO of BrightDot, a nationally recognized fundraising strategist, speaker, author, and former college president. For more than 40 years, Bill has worked in higher education leadership, philanthropy, and nonprofit advancement. He began his fundraising career at Gardner-Webb University, Baptist Children's Homes of North Carolina, and Carson-Newman University before serving for 22 years as president of Georgetown College, retiring from the presidency in 2013. He then joined Jerold Panas, Linzy & Partners as Senior Managing Partner. In 2015, he left the firm to found BrightDot, where he helps organizations strengthen donor relationships and build cultures of generosity. Bill earned his bachelor's degree from Wake Forest University and master's and doctoral degrees from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. A former trustee and Honorary Fellow of Regent's Park College, Oxford, he is also the author of Start with Heart and the new book Mattership. In this episode, we trace Bill's journey from childhood to what he calls “the fourth quarter” of his life — from ministry to the college presidency to national leadership in philanthropy and fundraising. Our conversation begins with the story of his tight-knit family, a neighborhood tragedy, and the conversation with his father that shaped the course of his life.

Pastor Daryl Crouch of Everyone's Wilson talks about applying what we read in 1 Peter 4, Peter's call to be holy as found in the Bible, and the sacrifices we make to serve those around us well as we also honor the Lord in doing it. Researcher George Barna of the Cultural Research Center shares the disconnect between those who call themselves Christians versus a much smaller amount who believe in the God of the Bible. The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Mark sits down with Dr. Elizabeth Crouch, Program Co-Director of the Rural Health Research Center at the University of South Carolina. They discuss her southern upbringing in Kentucky and how her department at USC is trying to change the narrative for southern public health.Follow us on Take on the South socials!https://linktr.ee/sostatusc#podcast #south #usc #gamecocks #publichealth

When deals get difficult, communication becomes your greatest asset. Many commercial real estate sponsors are facing loan extensions, paused distributions, and difficult investor conversations. Commercial real estate attorney Richard Crouch explains how operators can successfully navigate these situations by staying proactive instead of reactive. Richard discusses what lenders actually expect during loan workouts, why borrowers should arrive with a well prepared proposal, and how honest communication helps maintain trust with investors. He also explains the legal mechanics behind capital calls, the importance of well written operating agreements, and why protecting your reputation today creates opportunities tomorrow. Key Topics Communicating effectively with lenders during loan workouts Preparing proposals before meeting with loan servicers Keeping investors informed during challenging periods Understanding capital calls and member dilution Why operating agreements should anticipate difficult markets Building a long term reputation through transparency Guest Information Richard Crouch is a Partner at Woods Rogers and focuses on commercial real estate law. He advises sponsors on commercial real estate transactions, business formations, loan workouts, governing documents, leasing matters, and related legal issues. Website https://www.woodsrogers.com Call to Action Learn more about Richard Crouch and connect through his attorney profile at Woods Rogers.

The Big Red Junkies build Nebraska football's all-time offense position by position, arguing out tackles, guards, centers, receivers, running backs and quarterbacks from the Devaney era to now. We start up front with Zach Wiegert and Bob Brown before Will Shields and Dean Steinkoehler take over the guard spot, then argue whether Dominic Raiola or Aaron Taylor deserves the center nod. At receiver we go deep on whether Irving Fryar's raw numbers actually hold up next to Johnny Rogers, Stanley Morgan Jr. and a one-year wonder in Trey Palmer. The running back debate turns into a real argument, Mike Rozier's the unanimous number one but we go back and forth hard on Lawrence Phillips versus Ahman Green and Ameer Abdullah for the two spot. And at quarterback, no surprise, it's Tommy Frazier at the top with Eric Crouch, Scott Frost, Tommy Armstrong and Adrian Martinez all getting their due. Old heads and new fans are both going to have opinions on this one. 00:00 Intro 02:45 Tackles: Wiegert vs Bob Brown 07:50 Guards and Centers: Shields, Raiola, Taylor 14:15 Is Irving Fryar Overrated? 23:39 Rozier vs Lawrence Phillips Debate 31:26 Quarterbacks: Frazier, Crouch and Company If you enjoyed this episode, please Like and Subscribe! #gbr #huskers #nebraska #cfb #b1g Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join hosts Ev, Irvin, and Sophia, as well as special guests Dr. Beatrice Grove, Dr. Louise Freeman, and Nick Jeffrey, as they discuss the parallels between Cuckoo's Calling from the Cormoran Strike series and Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. Please be warned that there will be spoilers for the Cormoran Strike books in this episode, up to and including Hallmarked Man. Join the discussion on our website In this episode: Where is the Strike rock scene?  What would the bands be called? Leda's love is a more psychologically complex version of Lily's You can come of age at any age! Strike is our Hagrid here, not just because he's hairy. We all find where we belong on Charing Cross Road Does John have a Dark Lord in the back of his head? Tony was madly in love with Leda Strike Who is notably toxic to beef? Read what the stars are telling us! We're looking forward to the Battle of Denmark Street Resources: The Psychopaths - Bristow, Riddle, and Crouch by Irvin Reverse Alchemy in HP and Strike: The Connection of Ring Composition and Literary Alchemy in the Layout of the Seven Book Harry Potter Series by William Sprague The Chiastic Structure of Harry Potter by Joe Thacker Robin Ellacott and Reverse Alchemy: Transformation Through the First Three Strike Texts by Louise Freeman Cormoran Strike and the Itch That Cannot Be Scratched by Louise Freeman Strike-Potter Parallels: Cuckoo & Stone by John Granger Literary Allusion in Cuckoo's Calling: Part 1: Christina Rossetti's "A Dirge" by Beatrice Groves Part 2: Tennyson's "Ulysses" by Beatrice Groves Handfasting in "The Cuckoo's Calling" and "Harry Potter": A Discovery of a Walt Whitman Poem? by Beatrice Groves For more from our guests: Louise Freeman: @lmf3b on Twitter Doc Thelma on Reddit The Farting Sofa Faculty Lounge The Harry Potter Academic Conference Queen City Magic Beatrice Groves: @beatricegroves1 on Twitter Beatrice Groves on MuggleNet Beatrice Groves on Hogwarts Professor Potterversity Essays Exploring the World of Harry Potter Nick Jefferey: @gbjeffen on Twitter Nick Jeffrey on Hogwarts Professor Nick Jeffrey on Substack Contact: Website: https://threebroomstickspod.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/threebroomstickspod/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/threebroomstickspodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/threebroompod Email: 3broomstickspod@gmail.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/3broomsticks 

Welcome back to Stick to Football! This week, we're joined by the one and only Peter Crouch, alongside Gary Neville, Roy Keane and Ian Wright, brought to you by Sky Bet.We start off with Crouchy's famous story about selling his Aston Martin because of Roy. From there, we dive into England's defeat to Argentina and the criticism directed at Thomas Tuchel.Crouchy then explains why he deleted a tweet after the match and reflects on his England career, Liverpool days and that notorious goal drought.Finally, we wrap up with some myth-busting laughs and close out with ITV7.ITV7 Football is completely free to play! Simply download the ITV7 app and answer seven questions for your chance to win huge jackpots this tournament!18+. T&Cs apply.00:00 Intro04:34 Roy Car Story08:29 Deleted Tweet13:18 Tuchel Backlash Debate17:34 Subs and Possession24:16 Argentina Intensity Talk27:52 Tuchel and Mentality Debate32:22 How to Stop Messi's Drift37:19 Crouch's England Confidence39:56 Mocked and Misjudged42:18 Liverpool Dark Days51:54 Peak Years at Liverpool54:42 Best Strike Partners56:18 Mythbusters01:12:15 ITV7 Headers Quiz Finale01:16:57 Wrap Up *For Australia only: Basic Samsung Galaxy AI features are free. Future releases may be offered on a paid basis. Different terms may apply to third-party AI features. Accuracy of results ma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Pastor Daryl Crouch of Everyone's Wilson asks us what are we relying on as we live in the world?  Our capabilities?  Our organizations?  AI?  Or are we surrendered to the Holy Spirit who is with all believers? Have you given Him the room?  The Edmiston Center's Karen Ellis, author of the commentary "Lessons from Esther," helps us look at ways Satan tempts humans.  Really, he's not very creative.  He still does the same today.  You think we'd learn. But so many still fall for his tricks.  The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

On today's episode of The Therapy Crouch, Peter gives a brief update on the status on the show as England continue to proudly march on into the semi-finals of the FIFA World Cup 2026!Sadly this means no therapy this week... sorry fans! We'll see you next Tuesday! (And as a thank-you for your patience, a greatest hits episode will be wheeling it's way to you shortly!)If you want to submit an Agony Ab or Ask Me Anything question to the podcast, hit the link below: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1rAKDEmail: thetherapycrouch@gmail.comInstagram:  / thetherapycrouchpodcast TikTok:  / thetherapycrouch Website:https://thetherapycrouch.com/For more from Peter  / petercrouch For more from Abbey  / abbeyclancy Our clips channel  / @thetherapycrouch-clipsch-om9dy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On March 3, 1876, chunks of raw animal meat fell from a clear sky over a farm near Olympia Springs in Bath County, Kentucky, for several minutes while Mrs. Crouch was making soap outside. The pieces, mostly two to four inches across, resembled fresh beef, were tasted by locals as mutton or venison, and carried a foul odor like a dead body, with no wind, clouds, or birds observed. Multiple witnesses confirmed the event, which made national headlines. Microscopic analysis proved the material was real animal tissue—mainly lung, muscle, and cartilage—while the leading theory suggests vultures regurgitated partially digested carrion mid-flight. However, this explanation remains unproven due to the lack of visible birds, the gentle localized fall, and other inconsistencies. A preserved sample still exists at Transylvania University, but DNA testing was inconclusive, leaving the exact origin and cause of this bizarre incident a lasting mystery more than 150 years later.   Join The Dark Oak Discussion: Patreon The Dark Oak Podcast Website Facebook Instagram Twitter TikTok Youtube This episode of The Dark Oak was created, researched, written, recorded, hosted, edited, published, and marketed by Cynthia and Stefanie of Just Us Gals Productions with artwork by Justyse Himes and Music by Ryan Creep

In Episode 14 of Season 7 of Driven by Data: The Podcast, Kyle Winterbottom was joined by Peter Crouch, Group Innovation Director at Lloyds Banking Group, where they discuss why the organisations that thrive in the AI era won't necessarily be those with the best ideas, but those that build the strongest innovation capability, and how large enterprises can adopt startup thinking without compromising governance, risk or customer trust, which includes:• Why innovation capability matters more than individual ideas.• How solving the right problem is more important than solving the problem right.• Why large organisations should adopt startup principles to innovate faster and reduce risk.• How staged funding and rapid experimentation prevent costly investment in the wrong ideas.• Why innovation requires a completely different operating model from traditional delivery.• How regulated organisations can create space for experimentation without compromising governance or customer trust.• Why embedding innovation into the business creates greater impact than isolated innovation teams.• How portfolio thinking stops organisations falling in love with ideas too early.• Why modern engineering platforms are essential for accelerating innovation.• Why AI should always be driven by business outcomes rather than technology hype.• How agentic AI is more likely to augment high-value work than replace skilled professionals.• Why the biggest opportunity for AI in software engineering is removing friction rather than writing code.• How replacing certainty with a learning-first mindset transforms innovation culture.• Why treating failure as learning is essential to building innovative organisations.• How creating intrapreneurs unlocks innovation at enterprise scale.• Why proving value early is the key to scaling innovation successfully.• How embedded, personalised financial services could redefine the future of banking.Thanks to our sponsor, Data & AI Literacy Academy.Data & AI Literacy Academy is leading the way in transforming enterprise workforces with data literacy across the organisation, through a combination of change management and education. In today's data-centric world, being data literate is no longer a luxury, it's a necessity.If you want successful data product adoption, and to keep driving innovation within your business, you need to start with data & AI literacy first.At Data & AI Literacy Academy, they don't just teach data skills. They empower individuals and teams to think critically, analyse effectively, and make decisions confidently based on data. They're bridging the gap between business and data teams, so they can all work towards aligned outcomes.From those taking their first steps in data & AI literacy to seasoned experts looking to fine-tune their skills, our data experts provide tailored classes for every stage. But it's not just learning tracks that they offer. They embed a deep data culture shift through a transformative change management programme.They take a people-first approach, working closely with your executive team to win the hearts and minds. We know this will drive the company-wide impact that data teams want to achieve.Get in touch and find out how you can unlock the full potential of data in your organisation. Learn more at www.dl-academy.com.

Pastor Daryl Crouch, executive director of Everyone's Wilson, helps us thing about not just Father's Day, but helping us to related to God as our Heavenly Father. That can be hard when your experience with your earthly father may not have been healthy or good.  How can knowing God inform your view of fathers and, if you're a dad, your view of fathering?  Alfonso Espinosa, author of "Contending for Christ Through the Creed," dispells a lot of notions about our future:  we will not be disembodied spirits, or be reincarnated.  Our hope is that our bodies will be resurrected, made new, and glorified.   The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

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June is Audiobook Month, and we're celebrating with two of the most beloved voices in the industry.  This week on Book Lounge by Libby, Joe is joined by acclaimed audiobook narrators Saskia Maarleveld and Michael Crouch for a behind-the-scenes conversation about the art of bringing stories to life through audio.  From developing character voices to recording emotional scenes, Saskia and Michael share what really goes into creating an unforgettable listening experience. Together, they explore the unique magic of audiobooks, the relationship between narrator and listener, and why hearing a story can feel so different from reading one on the page.  Saskia Maarleveld has narrated more than 700 audiobooks and is known for her remarkable ability to perform a wide range of accents and characters across genres including historical fiction, fantasy, mystery, and young adult literature. Listeners may recognize her work on bestselling titles like The Alice Network, The Rose Code, and The God of the Woods.   Michael Crouch has recorded more than 500 audiobooks and is an AudioFile Golden Voice narrator whose work has earned Audie Awards, Earphones Awards, and widespread acclaim from listeners and critics alike. He's particularly celebrated for his performances in young adult fiction, LGBTQ+ stories, and contemporary literary fiction.   Whether you're a lifelong audiobook fan, a devoted Book Lounge listener, or someone who's been curious about trying audiobooks for the first time, this conversation offers a fascinating look inside one of publishing's most beloved formats.  Celebrate Audiobook Month with us and discover why a great narrator can transform a great book into an unforgettable experience.  Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel!  Link to our full book list: Find all the books mentioned in Season 3 on Libby Life!  Here's a recap of our Monthly Book Picks (Jan-May 2026) and June – October 2026!  Who's in this episode:   Michael Crouch - Website  Saskia Maarleveld– Instagram Check out Saskia's Medium article – The Voice in Your Ears  Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:23 Intro 00:00:39 Welcome to Saskia Maarleveld and Michael Crouch 00:03:05 What does it feel like to work on IP books vs. Original Content?  00:06:30 What does creative freedom look like to you in narration?  00:15:05 What brought you into audiobook work?  00:25:03 What genre feels like home?  00:30:08 How are people getting into narration today?  00:40:41 Is there a standard for what you're paid for your work?  00:50:03 Working on pronunciations 00:53:32 Lightning Round 00:59:55 Thanks and Outro  Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today's episode in Libby. Library friends can add these titles to their digital collections for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. Check out our Cumulative List for the whole season!  Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog!  We hope you enjoy this episode of Book Lounge by Libby. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can watch the video version of our show on the Libby App YouTube channel. Keep up with us on social media by following the Libby App on Instagram!   Want to reach out? Send an email to bookloungebylibby@overdrive.com. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: http://plotthreadsshop.com/booklounge!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode of The Therapy Crouch, Abbey and Peter are back in Portugal for another AMA and things quickly descend into chaos as they discuss the little things that seem to annoy them more and more with age.Peter shares his surprising obsession with supermarket trolleys while Abbey reveals the birthday party booking experience that left both of them completely baffled. The pair debate why some people seem determined to make life difficult for everyone around them, from awkward customer service encounters to airport staff who appear to enjoy saying no.We also answer more of your AMA questions, including which football legends Abbey would love to have on the podcast, the footballers and managers she'd most like to interview, and Peter's thoughts on some of the biggest names in the game.In the Agony Abs, we hear from a listener whose attempt to spice up a long-distance relationship went spectacularly wrong after sending an extremely personal voice note to completely the wrong person. Plus, Abbey and Peter reveal their own accidental messaging disasters that they'll never live down.If you want to submit an Agony Ab to the podcast - hit the link belowhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/1rAKDST4HU_8al_aWpOlys3TRJrWvDV-84piVdlOOjU4/edit00:00 Introduction01:28 Peter's Supermarket Trolley Obsession03:22 The £3 Chip Shop Argument05:05 Jack's Birthday Party Booking Disaster08:35 Why Do Some People Love Saying No?10:00 Peter's Airport Security Horror Story12:30 AMA Questions Begin13:15 Abbey's Dream Football Guests15:45 Football Managers, Transfers and Big Names17:30 The Accidental Voice Note Disaster20:00 Embarrassing Group Chat Mistakes22:15 More AMA Questions24:45 Final Thoughts26:19 EndTo contact us:Email: thetherapycrouch@gmail.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetherapycrouchpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thetherapycrouchWebsite: https://thetherapycrouch.com/For more from Peterhttps://twitter.com/petercrouchFor more from Abbeyhttps://www.instagram.com/abbeyclancyOur clips channelhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZntcv96YhN8IvMAKsz4Dbg Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Everyone's Wilson's Daryl Crouch talks about being willing to say no when neccessary, why everything we decide to say yes to is going to cost something, and the danger of losing our first love, for Jesus. Alexander Salter shares about "Religious Freedom Before Locke," outlining the need to respect people's right to disagree- not letting things cloud our perceived level of faith. The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Bem-vindo a mais um episódio do podcast da Hillsong Network Portugal. Uma conversa extremamente enriquecedora com a Pastora da Hillsong Donna Crouch.Prepara-te para seres capacitado, encorajado e equipado para liderar com excelência e impactar a tua igreja local.

What does is it mean to truly worship The Lord?

As moms, we must learn how to surrender our families and our plans to God. Surrender doesn't mean giving up; it means opening your heart to receive what He has in store. Our God is trustworthy and never fails to reveal His glory in and through our lives. In this conversation, Laurie Crouch, Sheila Walsh, Kirsten Watson, Christy Wright, and Brittany Price Brooker encourage moms to embrace the journey of surrender and trust God's plan and purpose for every season. ----- Our children are entrusted to us by God! When you don't know what to do next, turn to God! Here are 12 Bible verses to pray over your child. ------- If you missed last week's conversation, we encourage you to go back and listen to “How the Lonely Find Community.” ------- Do you want more Better Together? We have 1100+ conversations available! Start watching now for free on the TBN+ app!   --------  If you need prayer, join our community on Instagram // Facebook // YouTube // TikTok  and let us know how we can pray for you! ---------  Better Together is TBN's first daily original program made by women for women! We discuss faith, family, friends, and so much more—no topic is off limits. Find out what happens when real friends get together for real conversations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Moms need community! Surrounded by family and littles, we can still experience loneliness. By courageously reaching out, we can build authentic relationships that offer true support. God created us for connection, and vulnerability is the first step. Laurie Crouch, Sheila Walsh, Kirsten Watson, Christy Wright, and Brittany Price Brooker discuss how to build lasting friendships with God's guidance and support! ----- Our children are entrusted to us by God! When you don't know what to do next, turn to God! Here are 12 Bible verses to pray over your child. ------- If you missed last week's conversation, we encourage you to go back and listen to “God Will Redeem Your Pain.” ------- Do you want more Better Together? We have 1100+ conversations available! Start watching now for free on the TBN+ app!   --------  If you need prayer, join our community on Instagram // Facebook // YouTube // TikTok  and let us know how we can pray for you! ---------  Better Together is TBN's first daily original program made by women for women! We discuss faith, family, friends, and so much more—no topic is off-limits. Find out what happens when real friends get together for real conversations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When life doesn't go as planned, can we still give God a sacrifice of praise? In our most difficult seasons, we must remember that God is our Redeemer! He can reshape every moment into something beautiful and bring purpose through our pain. Join Laurie Crouch, Sheila Walsh, Kirsten Watson, Christy Wright, and Brittany Price Brooker for stories of how God holds every tear and restores all that seems lost. ----- Our children are entrusted to us by God! When you don't know what to do next, turn to God! Here are 12 Bible verses to pray over your child. ------- If you missed last week's conversation, we encourage you to go back and listen to “How Moms Pursue Purpose.” ------- Do you want more Better Together? We have 1100+ conversations available! Start watching now for free on the TBN+ app!   --------  If you need prayer, join our community on Instagram // Facebook // YouTube // TikTok  and let us know how we can pray for you! ---------  Better Together is TBN's first daily original program made by women for women! We discuss faith, family, friends, and so much more—no topic is off-limits. Find out what happens when real friends get together for real conversations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode of The Therapy Crouch, Pete is flying solo for a special AMA throwback as he revisits some of the funniest, weirdest and most chaotic moments from old episodes of the podcast. With Abbey away volunteering at an animal shelter (genuinely), Pete dives into a handpicked selection of listener questions that completely derailed the pod over the years.We hear the infamous debate over whether it's “Shaba” or “Shava”, a surprisingly deep conversation about losing memories, and one listener's dilemma about open relationships that sparks absolute carnage in the studio. Pete also looks back on romantic getaway recommendations, cowboy fantasy holidays, and one brutal question that forces him to choose between golf… and Abbey.As always, the AMA questions are carrying the podcast once again and Pete admits looking back at the old clips genuinely had him crying laughing.00:00 Solo AMA Begins00:35 Pete Revisits Old Podcast Clips01:28 The Brutal Memory Loss Question03:04 “Shaba” vs “Shava” Debate05:33 Chaos Completely Takes Over06:00 Romantic Break Recommendations07:50 Italy, Rain and Cowboy Holidays08:52 Open Relationships Discussion11:38 Golf Or Abbey? The Ultimate Question13:00 Pete Reflects On The AMA ChaosTo contact us:Email: thetherapycrouch@gmail.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetherapycrouchpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thetherapycrouchWebsite: https://thetherapycrouch.com/For more from Peterhttps://twitter.com/petercrouchFor more from Abbeyhttps://www.instagram.com/abbeyclancyOur clips channelhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZntcv96YhN8IvMAKsz4Dbg Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

God chose YOU to parent your child! When feelings of inadequacy arise, replace that "Mom Guilt" with your God-given purpose! Whether you are called to remain at home, go out into the workplace, or serve your community—one of the best gifts you can give your children is to let them take part in changing your corner of the world!   In this conversation, Laurie Crouch, Sheila Walsh, Kirsten Watson, Christy Wright, and Brittany Price Brooker empower moms to pursue purpose in every stage of motherhood and trust God's guidance in every season. ---- Our children are entrusted to us by God! When you don't know what to do next, turn to God! Here are 12 Bible verses to pray over your child. ------- If you missed last week's conversation, we encourage you to go back and listen to “How God Speaks to Moms.” ------- Do you want more Better Together? We have 1100+ conversations available! Start watching now for free on the TBN+ app!   --------  If you need prayer, join our community on Instagram // Facebook // YouTube // TikTok  and let us know how we can pray for you! ---------  Better Together is TBN's first daily original program made by women for women! We discuss faith, family, friends, and so much more—no topic is off-limits. Find out what happens when real friends get together for real conversations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Everyone's Wilson's Daryl Crouch reflects on last year's tragedy with Camp Mystic in Texas and the announcement that it will not reopen this year.  Relationships are broken.  How do you hope for restored relationships in the midst of the pain?  David McIver, author of "Looking for the One," offers the A-B-C's of being like Jesus in caring and sharing the Gospel to the one God is leading you to.   The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Die 19-jährige Caroline Crouch lebt mit ihrem Ehemann Babis und ihrer kleinen Tochter in einem Haus außerhalb von Athen. In der Nacht vom 10. auf den 11. Mai 2021 wird ihr Zuhause plötzlich zum Tatort: Ein brutaler Einbruch, maskierte Täter und ein Verbrechen, das ganz Griechenland erschüttert.Was in dieser Nacht geschieht, wirkt wie ein Albtraum. Ein Überfall, der außer Kontrolle gerät, ein Kampf ums Überleben und am Ende bleibt eine junge Mutter tot zurück.Doch je mehr Details ans Licht kommen, desto mehr Fragen entstehen. Was genau passierte in diesen Stunden? Wer steckt hinter dem Angriff?Heute sprechen wir über ein Verbrechen, das ein ganzes Land in Atem hält und eine Nacht, die Athen für immer verändern sollte.Inhaltswarnung: Explizite Gewalt, Gewalt gg. Tiere, Femizid, Misogynie, Toxische BeziehungenOb der Fall gelöst oder ungelöst ist seht ihr ganz unten in der Folgenbeschreibung: N= nicht gelöst, G = Gelöst.SHOWNOTES:Danke an unsere heutigen Werbepartner:Holy:Ein neues Mitglied ist in die Holy Familie eingezogen, ab sofort gibt es das Startpaket für die Syrup-Flasche mit 10 Geschmackssorten zum Testen. Mit unserem Code Puppies spart ihr 10%, schaut am besten selbst und klickt hier.Lassie:Lassie schützt bereits hunderttausende Pfoten – willst du auch vorsorgen? Schau vorbei auf www.lassie.de und sichere dir 15€ Rabatt mit unserem Code PUPPIES15Frontpro:Zeckenschutz, der schmeckt: FRONTPRO schützt Hunde von klein bis groß gegen Zecken & Flöhe gleichzeitig. Monatlich als Kautablette mit oder ohne Futter einfach zu verabreichen, bietet FRONTPRO einen schnellen und effektiven Schutz. FRONTPRO könnt ihr hier kaufen. Mehr infos unter: frontline.de/basisinformationZu Risiken und Nebenwirkungen lesen Sie die Packungsbeilage und fragen Sie den Tierarzt oder Apotheker.Hier findet ihr alle Links zu all unseren aktuellen Werbepartnern, Rabatten und Codes:https://linktr.ee/puppiesandcrimeSOCIAL MEDIAInstagram: @Puppiesandcrime - https://www.instagram.com/puppiesandcrime/?hl=deTiktok: @puppiesandcrime.podcast - https://www.tiktok.com/@puppiesandcrime.podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/PuppiesandCrimeEmail: puppiesandcrime@gmail.com------- G --------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mom, God is speaking to YOU! He is always with you. Through every season of motherhood—every joy and challenge—He reminds us that His strength is perfect. His comfort, wisdom, and grace are unwavering. Whether you are a mom, auntie, or spiritual mom, this conversation is for you. Laurie Crouch, Sheila Walsh, Kirsten Watson, Christy Wright, and Brittany Price Brooker encourage us to listen to God's voice for guidance through every season. Together, we are learning to tune our ears to God's voice. ---- Our children are entrusted to us by God! When you don't know what to do next, turn to God! Here are 12 Bible verses to pray over your child. ------- If you missed last week's conversation, we encourage you to go back and listen to “Shaping Godly Women.” ------- Do you want more Better Together? We have 1100+ conversations available! Start watching now for free on the TBN+ app!   --------  If you need prayer, join our community on Instagram // Facebook // YouTube // TikTok  and let us know how we can pray for you! ---------  Better Together is TBN's first daily original program made by women for women! We discuss faith, family, friends, and so much more—no topic is off-limits. Find out what happens when real friends get together for real conversations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Labia fillers are one of those beauty trends that's quietly gaining traction- and chances are, you didn't even know it was something you were supposed to think about.In this episode, I break down what labia fillers actually are, why more people are getting them, and the beauty standards driving the demand. We're getting into the language, the marketing, and the bigger cultural shift behind this idea of "rejuvenation." If you've ever wondered how far beauty standards can go, this episode might change the way you see them.Are. You. Ready?****************Sources & References:Braun, V. (2009). Female genital cosmetic surgery: A critical review. Feminism & Psychology, 19(2), 139–159.Gill, R. (2007). Gender and the Media. Polity Press.Illich, I. (1976). Limits to Medicine: Medical Nemesis: The Expropriation of Health. Pantheon Books.Bordo, S. (1993). Unbearable Weight: Feminism, Western Culture, and the BodyLiao, L. M., Creighton, S. M., & Crouch, N. S. (2005). Female genital appearance: “Normality” unfolds. BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, 112(5), 643–646.Tiefer, L. (2008). Female Sexual Dysfunction: A Case Study of Disease Mongering. PLoS Medicine, 5(2), e32.American Society of Plastic Surgeons. (2023). Cosmetic Procedure Trends Report.Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists. (2013). Ethical Considerations in Relation to Female Genital Cosmetic Surgery (FGCS).American Psychological Association. (2007). Report of the APA Task Force on the Sexualization of Girls.Smith, T. P. (2022). The Infantilization of Women and Pedophilic Beauty Standards in Western Culture: A Literature Review. Medium.Cleveland Clinic. (2023). Dermal Fillers: What to Know Before You Get Them.Mayo Clinic. (2023). Dermal Fillers Overview.****************Leave Us a 5* Rating, it helps the show!Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beauty-unlocked-the-podcast/id1522636282Spotify Podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/37MLxC8eRob1D0ZcgcCorA****************Follow Us on TikTok & Subscribe to our YouTube Channel!YouTube:@beautyunlockedspodcasthourTikTok:tiktok.com/@beautyunlockedthepod****************Intro/Outro Music:“Fame Inc” by Savvier — https://icons8.com/music

You are influencing the next generation! When we answer God's call to mentor and disciple others, we experience the depths of relationship, community, and grace. The simplest act of loving others creates a ripple effect that touches countless lives. In this conversation, Laurie Crouch, Sheila Walsh, Lisa Bevere, Janice Gaines, and Dr. Donna Pisani share how women can create lasting impact and shape future generations by answering God's call to love others well. ---- If you want to go deeper, we encourage you to check out this blog, ⁠How Jesus Empowers Women!⁠ ------- If you missed last week's conversation, we encourage you to go back and listen to “Becoming Women of Strength.” ------- Do you want more Better Together? We have 1100+ conversations available! ⁠Start watching now for free on the TBN+ app⁠!   --------  If you need prayer, join our community on ⁠Instagram⁠ // ⁠Facebook⁠ // ⁠YouTube⁠ // ⁠TikTok⁠  and let us know how we can pray for you! ---------  ⁠Better Together⁠ is TBN's first daily original program made by women for women! We discuss faith, family, friends, and so much more—no topic is off-limits. Find out what happens when real friends get together for real conversations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are there disagreements and disputes in your family?  In your community?  Everyone's Wilson's Daryl Crouch talks about how we can set the table for peace summit and lead the way in peacemaking.  John Plake of the American Bible Society start open up this year's State of the Bible Survey.  How much of the Bible have you read?  For many Americans, it's not much?  Many are flirting with God's Word, but don't seriously engage it.  How can we encourage more deeper and meaningful engagement? The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here  

Featuring: Michael "Boston" Hannon, Paul "Moonpir" Smith, and Alexander "TheNimp" Jolly Running Time: 1:20:38 Music by MusiM: Homepage | Bandcamp Livestream Archive: YouTube This week on That Video Game Podcast (TVGP) we chat about Deep Rock Galactic Survivor, MLB The Show 26, Dragon's Dogma 2, X4 Foundations, Stardew Valley, Marathon. Become a patron of TVGP for just a few dollars a month at E1M1's Patreon Page! Get two month early access to Critical Misses, uncensored outtakes, and much more for just $5/month!

True strength isn't found in worldly power but in surrendering to God's authority and putting on the full armor of God. As daughters of the Creator, we are called to humble ourselves and draw strength from who God is, echoing His truth in every step we take. In this conversation, Laurie Crouch, Sheila Walsh, Lisa Bevere, Janice Gaines, and Dr. Donna Pisani discuss how women can embrace our God-given strength and step into any assignment with authority! ---- If you want to go deeper, we encourage you to check out this blog, How Jesus Empowers Women! ------- If you missed last week's conversation, we encourage you to go back and listen to “When Women Speak Truth.” ------- Do you want more Better Together? We have 1100+ conversations available! Start watching now for free on the TBN+ app!   --------  If you need prayer, join our community on Instagram // Facebook // YouTube // TikTok  and let us know how we can pray for you! ---------  Better Together is TBN's first daily original program made by women for women! We discuss faith, family, friends, and so much more—no topic is off-limits. Find out what happens when real friends get together for real conversations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this lecture, Andy Crouch explores the intricate relationship between humanity's role as image-bearers of God and the pervasive existence of idols throughout history. He begins by introducing himself and his background in campus ministry, writing, and redemptive entrepreneurship, setting the stage for a deep discussion rooted in a biblical context, specifically focusing on Psalm 115. This psalm is pivotal in understanding God's sovereignty over idols, contrasting the living God with powerless creations formed by human hands. Crouch delves into the concept of image-bearing, highlighting that unlike the idols of the ancient Near East, which served as intermediaries to power, the biblical narrative presents humanity as the true image of God. He explains that every person, regardless of ethnicity or background, is crafted in God's image, which is a radical departure from the beliefs of the surrounding cultures that confined divine representation to select figures. This leads to an insightful commentary on how the ancient world is filled with tangible idols that were believed to have power, urging listeners to reflect on the spiritual implications of such beliefs.Through a thought-provoking dialogue, Crouch examines the significance of trusting in the living God over inert idols. He discusses the nature of trust, claiming that those who put their faith in created things become like those very things—lifeless and immobile. He juxtaposes this idea with the contention that human beings, created in God's image, possess the unique capacity to bring life, creativity, and abundance into the world. This image-bearing role extends beyond mere existence; it calls for active participation in creation and the development of culture. Further unpacking the dangers of idolatry, Crouch articulates how reliance on idols—whether of ancient forms or modern technology—can lead humans away from fulfilling their potential as creators. He highlights that the initial success of idols stems from a deceptive power that entices individuals with promises of control and comfort, drawing parallels to modern addictions that mimic these same promises.Moving into the realm of technology, Crouch makes a compelling case for its dual role as both a tool and a potential idol. While technology can serve to amplify human creativity, it can also displace the very essence of what it means to be an active image-bearer engaged in the world. He expresses the need to critically assess the use of technology in everyday life and questions whether it fosters genuine creativity or nurtures dependency and complacency.As the dialogue transitions toward practical applications, Crouch addresses critical societal issues, such as the distribution of technological benefits and the responsibilities of those working in fields like medicine and engineering. He emphasizes the need for intentional engagement with technology, urging future leaders to enact practices that elevate relationships and community welfare rather than merely seeking convenience for themselves.In closing, Crouch provides actionable steps for a reconciliatory approach to technology. He advocates creating boundaries around technology use, integrating mindfulness into its application, and encouraging communal interactions over individual consumption. By framing technology as a tool for image-bearing rather than an idol, he invites participants to explore the profound potential that lies within their creative capacities, all while remaining connected to the divine source of life. This lecture culminates in a call to partake in communion, further underscoring the theme of genuine worship and the invitation to feast on the richness of being in relationship with God rather than succumbing to the allure of idols.

There is power in YOUR words! We are called to be women of action who speak God's truth with great love. Our loving Creator equips us with everything we need to speak up! When we embrace God's authority, He helps us lead with courage and strength. If you have ever felt silenced or nervous to use your voice, this conversation is for you! Laurie Crouch, Sheila Walsh, Lisa Bevere, Janice Gaines, and Dr. Donna Pisani explore how women can speak truth with authority, reflect God's purpose, and lead with grace. ---- If you want to go deeper, we encourage you to check out this blog, How Jesus Empowers Women! ------- If you missed last week's conversation, we encourage you to go back and listen to “Walking in Resurrection Power.” ------- Do you want more Better Together? We have 1100+ conversations available! Start watching now for free on the TBN+ app!   --------  If you need prayer, join our community on Instagram // Facebook // YouTube // TikTok  and let us know how we can pray for you! ---------  Better Together is TBN's first daily original program made by women for women! We discuss faith, family, friends, and so much more—no topic is off-limits. Find out what happens when real friends get together for real conversations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pastor Daryl Crouch of Everyone's Wilson reflects on the Artemis II space mission and astronaut Victor Glover Jr.  Glover has declared his worship of God in the midst of his job as the mission pilot.  Astronaut is his job.  Pointing people to Jesus even amid his job is his vocation.  Micah LaCerte, author of "The Breaker," talks about his story of pain and abuse, and how Jesus helped him and helps other men break the power of shame and guilt.  Jesus is the breaker of those chains! The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

The same power that raised Jesus from the dead lives in YOU! Because He paid it all—we get to walk in the finished work of the Cross. Resurrection power equips us to live like Jesus—TODAY, and every day! The Holy Spirit is at work in every area of our lives, bringing transformation as we surrender to Him. Laurie Crouch, Jackie Hill Perry, Chrystal Evans Hurst, Kirsten Watson, and Sheila Walsh discuss how Jesus empowers us for every assignment—even what seems small or mundane.    ----  If you enjoyed this episode, we encourage you to go back and listen to the previous conversations in this series:   1. How Jesus Changed the World  2. Why We Need Salvation  3. Becoming More Like Jesus  4. How Jesus Built Community  -------  Do you want more Better Together? We have 1100+ conversations available! Start watching now for free on the TBN+ app!    --------   If you need prayer, join our community on Instagram // Facebook // YouTube // TikTok  and let us know how we can pray for you!   ---------   Better Together is TBN's first daily original program made by women for women! We discuss faith, family, friends, and so much more—no topic is off-limits. Find out what happens when real friends get together for real conversations.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We were created to live in community! During His time on Earth, Jesus chose to surround Himself with disciples who came from every walk of life. He modeled what it looks like to be in a close community with others and have healthy relationships. Jesus transformed lives and discipled many, leaving us a powerful example to follow. Join Laurie Crouch, Jackie Hill Perry, Sheila Walsh, Chrystal Evans Hurst, and Kirsten Watson as we discuss the power of community, the importance of discipleship, and how to build meaningful relationships.  ----  If you enjoyed this episode, we encourage you to go back and listen to the previous conversations in this series:   1. How Jesus Changed the World  2. Why We Need Salvation  3. Becoming More Like Jesus  -------  Do you want more Better Together? We have 1100+ conversations available! Start watching now for free on the TBN+ app!    --------   If you need prayer, join our community on Instagram // Facebook // YouTube // TikTok  and let us know how we can pray for you!   ---------   Better Together is TBN's first daily original program made by women for women! We discuss faith, family, friends, and so much more—no topic is off-limits. Find out what happens when real friends get together for real conversations.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Let's live like Jesus! True freedom comes when we lay down our own desires, repent for our sins, receive His forgiveness, and trust in the transformation that only He can bring. Are you ready to surrender control and find rest? In this conversation, Laurie Crouch, Jackie Hill Perry, Sheila Walsh, Chrystal Evans Hurst, and Kirsten Watson discuss what it looks like for us, as followers of Christ, to “take up our Cross” and follow Jesus!   ----  If you enjoyed this episode, we encourage you to go back and listen to the previous conversations in this series:   1. How Jesus Changed the World  2. Why We Need Salvation  -------  Do you want more Better Together? We have 1100+ conversations available! Start watching now for free on the TBN+ app!    --------   If you need prayer, join our community on Instagram // Facebook // YouTube // TikTok  and let us know how we can pray for you!   ---------   Better Together is TBN's first daily original program made by women for women! We discuss faith, family, friends, and so much more—no topic is off-limits. Find out what happens when real friends get together for real conversations.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us Fan MailDr. Elizabeth Crouch, neonatologist, neuroscientist, and physician scientist at UCSF and co-host of At the Bench on The Incubator Podcast, joins Ben and Daphna live at Cool Topics to discuss palliative and comfort care in the NICU. Drawing from her research on organ donation, autopsy, and research donation after neonatal loss, Dr. Crouch shares how meaning making supports families through grief, offers practical tips for approaching these conversations with compassion and good timing, and reflects on the role of chaplains, ethics consultants, and care pathways in supporting a death with dignity.Support the showAs always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below.Enjoy!

We all need supernatural GRACE! Our Savior—Jesus—paid for our sin and shame once and for all! We can search the world, but nothing else will satisfy or fill the longing in our hearts. Through His sacrifice on the Cross, we get to receive the ultimate gift of forgiveness, love, and mercy. Jesus' grace restores us, making us whole and fulfilling our deepest needs. In this conversation, Laurie Crouch, Jackie Hill Perry, Sheila Walsh, Chrystal Evans Hurst, and Kirsten Watson share how choosing to follow Jesus offers new life to all who believe. ---- If you missed last week's conversation, we encourage you to go back and listen to “How Jesus Changed the World.” ------- Do you want more Better Together? We have 1100+ conversations available! Start watching now for free on the TBN+ app!   --------  If you need prayer, join our community on Instagram // Facebook // YouTube // TikTok  and let us know how we can pray for you! ---------  Better Together is TBN's first daily original program made by women for women! We discuss faith, family, friends, and so much more—no topic is off-limits. Find out what happens when real friends get together for real conversations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Through the Cross, the world was forever changed! Jesus paid the ultimate price, declaring, "It is finished!" During what seemed like the lowest moment, victory was won—defeating death—forever. In this conversation, Laurie Crouch, Jackie Hill Perry, Sheila Walsh, Chrystal Evans Hurst, and Kirsten Watson unpack how Jesus' victory on the Cross changed history and continues to transform lives today. ---- If you missed last week's conversation, we encourage you to go back and listen to “Empowered to Lead.” ------- Do you want more Better Together? We have 1100+ conversations available! Start watching now for free on the TBN+ app!   --------  If you need prayer, join our community on Instagram // Facebook // YouTube // TikTok  and let us know how we can pray for you! ---------  Better Together is TBN's first daily original program made by women for women! We discuss faith, family, friends, and so much more—no topic is off-limits. Find out what happens when real friends get together for real conversations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Kentucky Meat Shower happened to the late 1870s on the Crouch's farm in Western Kentucky, but what the hell was it?