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Happy Friday, everyone! This week's update is another mix of excitement, concern, and some very real talk about what's ahead. GPT-5 finally dropped, and while it's an impressive step forward in some areas, the reaction to it says as much about us as it does about the technology itself. The reaction includes more hype, plenty of disappointment, and, more concerning, a glimpse into just how emotionally tied people are becoming to AI tools.I'm also addressing a “spicy” update in one of the big AI platforms that's not just a bad idea but a societal accelerant for a problem already hurting a lot of people. And in keeping with my commitment to balance risk with reality, I close with a real-world AI win. I'll talk through a project where AI transformed a marketing team's effectiveness without losing the human touch.With that, let's get into it.⸻GPT-5: Reality vs. Hype, and What It Actually Means for YouThere have been months of hype leading up to it, and last week the release finally came. It supposedly includes fewer hallucinations, better performance in coding and math, and improved advice in sensitive areas like health and law. However, many are frustrated that it didn't deliver the world-changing leap that was promised.e I break down where it really shines, where it still falls short, and why “reduced hallucination” doesn't mean “always right.”⸻The Hidden Risk GPT-5 Just ExposedGoing a bit deeper with GPT-5, I zoom in because the biggest story from the update isn't technical; it's human. The public's emotional reaction to losing certain “personality” traits in GPT-4o revealed how many people rely on AI for encouragement and affirmation. While Altman already brought 4o back, I'm not sure that's a good thing. Dependency isn't just risky for individuals. It has real implications for leaders, organizations, and anyone navigating digital transformation.⸻Grok's Spicy Mode and the Dangerous Illusion of a “Safer” AlternativeOne AI platform just made explicit content generation a built-in feature, and it's not surprisingly exploding in popularity. Everyone seems very interested in “experimenting” with what's possible. I cut through the marketing spin, explain why this isn't a safer alternative, and unpack what leaders, parents, and IT teams need to know about the new risks it creates inside organizations and homes alike.⸻A Positive AI Story: Marketing Transformation Without the SlopThere's always bright spots though, and I want to amplify them. A mid-sized company brought me in to help them use AI without falling into the trap of generic, mass-produced content. The result? A data-driven market research capability they'd never had, streamlined workflows, faster legal approvals, and space for true A/B testing. All while keeping people, not prompts, at the center of the work.⸻If this episode was helpful, would you share it with someone? Leave a rating, drop a comment with your thoughts, and follow for future updates that go beyond the headlines and help you lead with clarity in the AI age. And, if you'd take me out for a coffee to say thanks, you can do that here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/christopherlind—Show Notes:In this Weekly Update, Christopher Lind breaks down the GPT-5 release, separating reality from hype and exploring its deeper human implications. He tackles the troubling rise of emotional dependency on AI, then addresses the launch of Grok's Spicy Mode and why it's more harmful than helpful. The episode closes with a real-world example of AI done right in marketing, streamlining operations, growing talent, and driving results without losing the human touch.Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction and Welcome01:14 - Overview of Today's Topics02:58 - GPT-5 Rundown22:52 - What GPT-5 Revealed About Emotional Dependency on AI36:09 - Grok4 Spicy Mode & AI in Adult Content48:23 - Positive Use of AI in Marketing55:04 - Conclusion#AIethics #AIrisks #DigitalLeadership #HumanCenteredAI #FutureOfWork

This lecture explores the existential crisis in the West, attributing primary significance to statism and the misconception of government as a solution to complex social issues like poverty and education. The speaker argues that reliance on government often exacerbates problems rather than solving them, illustrating this with historical data on poverty and personal anecdotes. The discussion addresses how government intervention can create dependency, undermining personal responsibility and self-sufficiency, and emphasizes the importance of engaging with societal complexities rather than seeking superficial solutions. The lecture calls for a return to authentic efforts to address systemic issues, advocating for thoughtful, culturally aware approaches over ineffective governmental fixes.FOLLOW ME ON X! https://x.com/StefanMolyneuxGET MY NEW BOOK 'PEACEFUL PARENTING', THE INTERACTIVE PEACEFUL PARENTING AI, AND THE FULL AUDIOBOOK!https://peacefulparenting.com/Join the PREMIUM philosophy community on the web for free!Subscribers get 12 HOURS on the "Truth About the French Revolution," multiple interactive multi-lingual philosophy AIs trained on thousands of hours of my material - as well as AIs for Real-Time Relationships, Bitcoin, Peaceful Parenting, and Call-In Shows!You also receive private livestreams, HUNDREDS of exclusive premium shows, early release podcasts, the 22 Part History of Philosophers series and much more!See you soon!https://freedomain.locals.com/support/promo/UPB2025

Topics covered in this episode: Coverage.py regex pragmas * Python of Yore* * nox-uv* * A couple Django items* Extras Joke Watch on YouTube About the show Sponsored by DigitalOcean: pythonbytes.fm/digitalocean-gen-ai Use code DO4BYTES and get $200 in free credit Connect with the hosts Michael: @mkennedy@fosstodon.org / @mkennedy.codes (bsky) Brian: @brianokken@fosstodon.org / @brianokken.bsky.social Show: @pythonbytes@fosstodon.org / @pythonbytes.fm (bsky) Join us on YouTube at pythonbytes.fm/live to be part of the audience. Usually Monday at 10am PT. Older video versions available there too. Finally, if you want an artisanal, hand-crafted digest of every week of the show notes in email form? Add your name and email to our friends of the show list, we'll never share it. Brian #1: Coverage.py regex pragmas Ned Batchelder The regex implementation of how coverage.py recognizes pragmas is pretty amazing. It's extensible through plugins covdefaults adds a bunch of default exclusions, and also platform- and version-specific comment syntaxes. coverage-conditional-plugin gives you a way to create comment syntaxes for entire files, for whether other packages are installed, and so on. A change from last year (as part of coverage.py 7.6 allows multiline regexes, which let's us do things like: Exclude an entire file with A(?s:.*# pragma: exclude file.*)Z Allow start and stop delimiters with # no cover: start(?s:.*?)# no cover: stop Exclude empty placeholder methods with ^s*(((async )?def .*?)?)(s*->.*?)?:s*)?...s*(#|$) See Ned's article for explanations of these Michael #2: Python of Yore via Matthias Use YORE: ... comments to highlight CPython version dependencies. # YORE: EOL 3.8: Replace block with line 4. if sys.version_info < (3, 9): from astunparse import unparse else: from ast import unparse Then check when they go out of support: $ yore check --eol-within '5 months' ./src/griffe/agents/nodes/_values.py:11: Python 3.8 will reach its End of Life within approx. 4 months Even fix them with fix . Michael #3: nox-uv via John Hagen What nox-uv does is make it very simple to install uv extras and/or dependency groups into a nox session's virtual environment. The versions installed are constrained by uv's lockfile meaning that everything is deterministic and pinned. Dependency groups make it very easy to install only want is necessary for a session (e.g., only linting dependencies like Ruff, or main dependencies + mypy for type checking). Brian #4: A couple Django items Stop Using Django's squashmigrations: There's a Better Way Johnny Metz Resetting migrations is sometimes the right thing. Overly simplified summary: delete migrations and start over dj-lite Adam Hill Use SQLite in production with Django “Simplify deploying and maintaining production Django websites by using SQLite in production. dj-lite helps enable the best performance for SQLite for small to medium-sized projects. It requires Django 5.1+.” Extras Brian: Test & Code 237: FastAPI Cloud with Sebastian Ramirez will be out later today pythontest.com: pytest fixtures nuts and bolts - revisited A blog series that I wrote a long time ago. I've updated it into more managable bite-sized pieces, updated and tested with Python 3.13 and pytest 8 Michael: New course: Just Enough Python for Data Scientists My live stream about uv is now on YouTube Cursor CLI: Built to help you ship, right from your terminal. Joke: Copy/Paste

John 7:6-7 So Jesus said to them (that is, His brothers who had encouraged Him to go to the feast in Jerusalem to make Himself known publicly), “My time is not yet here, but your time is always opportune. The world cannot hate you, but it hates Me because I testify of it, that its deeds are evil.” What did Jesus mean by “My time?” He meant the time of His death. I conclude that first because in verse 1 we learned that Jesus knew the Jews were planning to kill Him and therefore stayed in Galilee. Second, the Jews' hatred for Him was obviously on top of mind with Him. The Father was arranging the timing and circumstances in Jerusalem for Jesus to give His flesh to become the bread of life. As for His brothers' times of death, it could happen anytime. Their death wasn't contingent on being hated by the world, or anything, for that matter. They weren't intentionally, knowingly, making decisions leading to their deaths. God could use any opportune situation to end their lives. Not so with Jesus. For Jesus, His time was the Father's time. Everything in His life was determined by His Father. Later in John 8:28, Jesus explained His decision-making. “So Jesus said, “‘When you lift up the Son of Man, then you will know that I am He, and I do nothing on My own initiative.'” Jesus' time for everything in His life was determined by the Father, or by the Spirit of the Father, the Holy Spirit. They moved as one. Nothing has changed for Jesus as He lives in us. He moves as the Spirit moves. He lives to the the will of His Father. If our goal is to live to love with Jesus, we must abide in Him. That means our time for everything in life is also determined by God, the Father. He orchestrates circumstances, moves people, and us so that He can glorify His name through His Son in us. At the beginning of every day, if we intend to abide in Him, our “time,” not meaning the time of our death, but the timing of the events of our days, must be surrendered to Him. In another sense, we are intentionally, knowingly walking into our deaths. We died when Jesus died to our own agendas—our own lives in this world. When Jesus was raised from the dead, we were raised to walk or live our lives in Him, with Him—He abiding in us and we in Him. So today every situation or relationship is an opportunity for me to die to myself, die to my flesh attempts at living for God, and to abide in Christ and live to love with Him. In that sense, our time to die is opportune. The love of God flows out of Jesus' timely death, through my timely death, and out of His initiating love as we move together through the day. Our times are in His hands. That's why James wrote in 4:14-15. “Yet, you do not know what your life will be like tomorrow. You are just a vapor that appears for a little while and then vanishes away. Instead, you ought to say, ‘If the Lord wills, we will live and also do this or that.'” So the encouragement to live to love with Jesus today is to live with the same sense of dependency upon the Father as Jesus does. Trust His timing for everything in your life, as well as with the timing of your death. Live surrendered to the will of God, as Jesus lives surrendered to the Father. Then you will have confidence that God's will is being done on earth as it is in heaven in your life. Your life and death are in His hands. Out of that understanding and that kind of trust, the love of Christ will flow through your life. I invite you to become a partner in our ministry. Would you pray about becoming a regular supporter of Elijah Ministries and the Live to Love with Jesus ministry? I hope you will receive the joy and benefit of "giving it forward," so others may receive encouragement to turn their hearts to God and to live to love with Jesus. You may give online or send a check to the address listed at www.spiritofelijah.com/donate.

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Hi golden beings!In this episode, I speak to the moment when many of us turn to psychics or outside sources for comfort. You are the only one who can truly understand your path. Free will is your greatest tool, you are the commander of your reality. You can shift timelines overnight, but only from within.I also share thoughts on how AI and digital structures are mimicking spiritual wisdom, and why now is the time to rebel, not through fear, but by reconnecting with nature, your human essence, and pure consciousness.This is a wake-up call to trust yourself fully. To stop outsourcing your knowing. To remember: you are the oracle.Tune in now to reclaim your energy and your truth.#FreeWill #EnergeticSovereignty #StopOutsourcingIntuition #AIvsHumanity #SelfMastery #InnerTruth #PodcastForTheAwakenedLike/ follow/ comment. Your feedback means the world to me. In gratitude and love,Jia Gratitude Coffee- https://www.buymeacoffee.com/connectwithjiaInstagram- https://www.instagram.com/ripplesbyjia/ Youtube- www.youtube.com/@RipplesbyJia |

Mark & Pete present: Hyper Children, Creative Storytelling & a Wealth of Surrealism explores the risks of high‑caffeine yeast, the legacy of beloved children's author Alan Ahlberg, and the serendipitous discovery of a Salvador Dalí painting in Cambridge. In this episode, Pete dives into how excessive caffeine use harms adolescent brain development, citing the dangers of dependency, disrupted sleep, and elevated anxiety in teens who routinely consume high‑caffeine products spreaker.com. Mark responds with poetic flair, offering comfort and reflection through a bespoke poem. We honour Ahlberg's legacy by discussing the power of children's fiction, focusing on imagination grounded in values rather than the occult—highlighting how stories shape identity and moral formation. Finally, we marinate in the surrealism of Dalí discovered for £150 in Cambridge, asking whether the extraordinary might just be Divine providence. Expect sharp insight, biblical verses, satirical humour, and a custom poem per topic. Ideal for fans of Christian podcast commentary, culture, mental health, children's literature, and unexpected art revelations. Subscribe now for a show where faith, culture, and creativity converge in every surprising twist.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mark-and-pete--1245374/support.

I can still remember my wife's excited phone call that day. She said, "Honey! The baby just turned over!" Hey! He was three months old; it was a big deal. It's hard to believe there was a time you couldn't turn yourself over. Can you imagine a time when you couldn't walk by yourself? You couldn't feed yourself? Well, we took pictures of all these steps toward independence as all of our kids took those steps. There was a big cause for getting that old Super 8 movie camera out and getting the slide film out (come on, there was no iPhone then! You get it?). "Oh, look, he's crawling for the first time! He's walking for the first time! Take pictures! It's the first day they ever went to school." And then it happened, all three of our children were grown and out of the house, independent adults. But that's normal, right? I mean, the more you grow, the more independent you become. Right? Not necessarily. I'm Ron Hutchcraft and I want to have A Word With You today about "The Freedom of Total Dependency." Now, our word for today from the Word of God comes from Acts 9. I'm going to begin reading at verse 7 - it's the dramatic conversion of that persecutor of Christians, Saul of Tarsus. What a life-transforming day! Saul has just been knocked off his horse by this light from heaven; he knows now that it is the Lord he's dealing with, and verse 7 says, "The men traveling with Saul stood there speechless; they heard the sound but did not see anyone. Saul got up from the ground, but when he opened his eyes he could see nothing. So they led him by the hand into Damascus. For three days he was blind, and did not eat or drink anything." Now, Saul of Tarsus is an intelligent, gifted, passionate leader. He felt sufficient, strong. He's all grown up, right? Wrong. Saul's road to maturity begins the moment after his conversion when it says, "They led him by the hand." Isn't it interesting to see here that from the moment of Saul's rebirth, God drives him to a position of total dependency? Later in this chapter God refers to Saul as, "My chosen instrument. I have great plans for him." You know when those plans begin? With total dependency. The more a child grows the more independent they should become. The more a child of God grows the more dependent he should become. Usefulness to God begins with a heart breaking. God will do whatever it takes to show you that dependency is maturity when it comes to spiritual adulthood. In fact, He may be doing whatever it takes right now. Paul would have to learn humility and dependency throughout his life. The stronger you are, the more it takes for you to learn to depend. In 2 Corinthians 1 he talks about hardships that they'd suffered almost to the point of death. And he says the reason was, "That we might not rely on ourselves but on God." He had to learn it again. Now, 2 Corinthians 12 - he talks about his "thorn in the flesh that was given to him to 'keep me from being conceited.'" This strong, driven leader had to be humbled and broken, and then re-humbled and re-broken. You say, "What strong and driven person? Paul?" In this case, I mean me. It's the Master's way to bring His strong-willed child to the end of their ability to control the situation; to make that child of His, in a sense, blind to where they need to be led by the hand. Maybe you're there now. God wants to pry open that tightly clenched hand of yours, empty it of self, and fill it with His power. Maybe He's brought you to the edge. It's going to be total dependency or total defeat. Why don't you get you out of the way? Grow up to the point where you will let your Father feed you, let your Father carry you, let your Father lead you. You're never stronger than the moment you reach up a trembling, empty hand and say, "Father, lead me by the hand."

E & T are back this week talking all about AI and ​ChatGPT dependency, from "Rizz GPT" being used with dating apps, using it to write heartfelt personalized notes, AI Girlfriends & therapists, and the helpful but harmful ways the world is changing. Teresa Walks It Off about nail salon decorum and Erica talks through a new bit about "let it grow" dating advice. The end of the episode features a Patreon preview.Join the Patreon to support the show and get extra & ad free episodes here OR on Apple & Spotify Podcasts:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/twostandupgals⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Want to travel with us on our next trip? Fill out this survey to help us decide our next destination! Travel Survey here: https://forms.gle/mYY5Ss7szCowAj2u8Watch full episodes on our YouTube Channel Here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@TwoStandUpGalsPodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Send us your questions & Confrontational Scenarios to: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠twostandupgals@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Instagram:Erica Spera:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/spericaa ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Teresa DeGaetano:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/TeresaDeGaetano⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/twostandupgalspod/⁠⁠⁠⁠

True Charity's James Whitford, author of "The Crisis of Dependency," unpacks the idea of people coming together to bring about social capital and why the reality of poverty always points back to broken relationships. Glenna Marshall, author of "Known and Loved," shares about resting in the fact that God is trustworthy and faithful, in all things. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Joe Cuevas Jr. is a seasoned software engineer based in San Antonio, Texas, with a strong focus on front-end development and user experience. At Southwest Research Institute, he contributes to innovative engineering solutions that span industries. With a background that blends technical precision and creative problem-solving, Joe brings a thoughtful perspective to the evolving world of software development. His passion for clean design, scalable code, and collaborative innovation makes him a standout voice in today's tech landscape.   Topics of Discussion: [1:46] Why Joe fell in love with programming after a single VB.NET class. [5:00] What guided Joe towards the enterprise side of .NET. [6:25] Joe's favorite foundational .NET and ASP.NET Core books. [9:06] Learning algorithms, concurrency, and testing to make up for no CS degree. [10:00] Why test automation is essential and doing testing immediately after writing the code. [12:14] Thoughts on test-driven development vs. testing right after coding. [14:18] Previewing Microsoft Semantic Kernel in Action, by Daniel Costa. [15:38] How Joe became a Manning book reviewer, and what he's learned. [17:18] Prompt engineering and agent instructions: what's ready now. [18:21] Codex and the moment that blew Joe's mind. [22:26] How Joe sees software architecture evolving in the future. [24:09] Large language models vs. older code bases, and where they shine. [27:57] Dependency injections. [32:43] Joe's advice for junior developers and why persistence beats perfection. Mentioned in this Episode: Clear Measure Way Architect Forum Software Engineer Forum Programming with Palermo — New Video Podcast! Email us at programming@palermo.net. Joe Cuevas LinkedIn ASP.NET Core in Action ASP.NET Core in Action, Third Edition Unit Testing Principles, Practice, and Patterns Unit Testing Principles, Practices, and Patterns: Effective testing styles, patterns, and reliable automation for unit testing, mocking, and integration testing with examples in C# Dependency Injection in .NET Microsoft Semantic Kernel in Action Explore — LeetCode Joe on GitHub   Want to Learn More? Visit AzureDevOps.Show for show notes and additional episodes.

Leave comments and questions here. If you would like a response, use our email: enquiries@livingyourbestlifeinafrika.comGreetings and welcome to episode 208.This week I take you through the successes and failures I have encountered, as I try to grow my first crops in my garden in Malawi.  I take you through the highs and lows if I can call them that, and the challenges I face with water shortages and how I deal with this, to make sure I am able to yield something that I can eat. I also share my most favourite fruits and the frustrations I feel in trying to grow them – all in a season of planting growing and yielding… and I love it!The main message I want to share is that coming from a western culture where everything is grown in a supermarket, it can be difficult to see past this and think of food security – but don't allow this mirage to fool you. This podcast episode I hope, will shine a light on what is entirely possible with your own two hands and a little local help. You can leave comments on my Buzzsprout podcast page using the link below,  and remember to follow or subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss a thing. It would also help if you could leave me a five star review on iTunes or a five star rating on Spotify.  Your ratings really help to lift the visibility of this podcast. I really do appreciate your support.Until the next episode…Live your best life with all your might… because no one can get in the way of what is for you! YOUR PODCAST LINKS TO RESERVE A PLACE ON THE NEXT WRITE THAT BOOK COURSE, EMAIL ME AT:enquiries@livingyourbestlifeinafrika.com DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE 'IDENTIFY AND ACTION MY DREAMS' TEMPLATE  HERE YOU CAN ORDER YOUR ‘START YOUR BUSINESS WORKBOOK AND PLANNER' HERE:https://amzn.to/3uKH4xi FOLLOW ‘LIVING YOUR BEST LIFE IN AFRIKA' ON SOCIAL MEDIA HEREFACEBOOKINSTAGRAM CLICK THESE LINKS TO LISTEN TO BACK EPISODES OF THE PODCAST! DONT FORGET TO LEAVE US A REVIEW  :) ITUNES: GOOGLE PODCASTS:SPOTIFY: BUZZSPROUT: (YOU CAN LEAVE QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS HERE)

In this week's episode of "Maximize Business Value," Dave Casey concludes his conversation with Tom Bronson on the impact of Owner Dependency. This episode is part two of a two part series, to catch up on last weeks release check out the link here. To learn more about Tom, visit his LinkedIn and check out the MasteryPartners.com website. Tom's books in the maximize business value series are available on amazon. Tune in weekly to hear more from Mastery Partners and to receive relevant key content on your journey to maximizing your business value!#maximizebusinessvalue #maximizebusinessvalue #MBVPodcast #PodcastForEntrepreneurs #ownerdependecy  #dealkiller #MasteryPartners #ExitStrategyLearn More about Dave CaseyDave Casey is a partner at Mastery Partners, he works with owners to maximize the value locked up in their businesses. Using his background and experience, he utilizes the four-part process Mastery has perfected to analyze, assess, map out, and execute plans to ensure the business owner realizes the very top valuation for their enterprise.Casey is an engaged business leader with an eye for business transformation, particularly in the verticals of technology, cybersecurity, and IT managed services.  Dave previously founded and grew an IT managed services company, brought it through a successful exit, and today helps companies develop long-range plans for sound security and operational processes.Dave serves on the board of Business Navigators, a business servant leadership non-profit in the DFW area. He is also a founder and board member of Biz Owners Ed, a 501 (c)(3) organization enabling serious entrepreneurs to dramatically scale and improve their businesses.Learn More about Tom Bronson: Tom Bronson is the founder and President of Mastery Partners, a company that helps business owners maximize business value, design exit strategy, and transition their business on their terms. Mastery utilizes proven techniques and strategies that dramatically improve business value, that has been developed during Tom's career of 100 business transactions as either a business buyer or seller. As a business owner himself, he has been in your situation a hundred times, and he knows what it takes to craft the right strategy. Bronson is passionate about helping business Mastery Partners Elevating Businesses to Achieve The Business Owner's Dream Exit The unfortunate reality is that for every business that comes on the market (for whatever reason), only 17% of them achieve a successful exit. You read that right. 83% of attempted business transitions never reach the closing table. Mastery Partners is on a mission to change that. We ELEVATE businesses to achieve maximum value and reach that dream exit. Our objectives are simple - understand where the business is today, identify opportunities for dramatic improvement, and offer solutions to enhance the business, making it more marketable and valuable. And that all starts with understanding the business owner's definition of his or her dream exit. Mastery has developed a 4-Step Process to help business owners achieve their dreams. STEP 1: Transition Readiness Assessment STEP 2: Roadmap for Value Acceleration STEP 3: Relentless Execution STEP 4: Decision: Now that desired results are achieved, the business is ready for the next step in the journey! CONNECT WITH MASTERY PARTNERS TO LEARN MORELinkedInWebsite© 2025 Mastery Partners, LLC.

Agenda: 00:00 – Did Jason Just Kill Replit?  03:45 – Why Claude Lies To You and Cannot Be Trusted 06:50 – You Cannot Trust Agents. Period. 10:20 – Why Windsurf Was Dead Without Claude 12:30 – Cursor vs. Lovable: What's the Better Bet? 14:40 – Should You Still Invest in Cursor at $28B? 18:05 – Would You Bet on Anthropic at $100B or OpenAI at $300B? 24:15 – Inside OpenAI's Secret Weapon: The Calvin French-Owen Memo 27:50 – Perplexity Just Crushed ChatGPT and Claude 32:15 – Will Cursor Build Their Own Models Before Anthropic Cuts Them Off? 33:20 – Figma's IPO at $16B: Outrageous or Fair Game? 41:55 – 90% of Seed Funds Are Cooked—Is Rob Go Right? 52:15 – How Often Do You Meet a Founder Who Can Return the Fund? 1:08:00 – Which Seed Fund Would You Back Today?  

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A just-published report on Israel and the United States' interception of Iranian missiles during the 12-day Israel-Iran war highlighted the Jewish states' dependence on US military support. The report by the Jewish Institute for National Security of America (JINSA) concluded that US-operated Terminal High-Altitude Area Defence or THAAD air defence systems, produced by Lockheed Martin, accounted for almost half of all interceptions of Iranian missiles fired at Israel during the war. The US positioned a second of its seven THAAD systems and crew in Israel in April. The US deployed the first system last October. A THAAD battery, one of the United States' most powerful anti-missile systems, typically deploys with 95 soldiers, six truck-mounted launchers, 48 interceptors (eight per launcher), and a mobile radar. The system intercepts incoming projectiles from up to 200 kilometres away with kinetic energy, in a process often referred to as “hit-to-kill,” or “kinetic kill.” The Institute's report suggested that Israel depended on THAAD because it lacked sufficient interceptors for its Arrow anti-ballistic missile system. The United States expended more than a year's worth of THAAD interceptor production in the Israel-Iran war at a cost of US$12.7 million per interceptor, or US$1.7 billion for the approximately 100 interceptors fired during the war. "As a result, the United States used up about 14 percent of all its THAAD interceptors, which would take three to eight years to replenish at current production rates,' the report said. The Institute's Iran Projectile Tracker reported that the United States and Israel had successfully neutralised 201 of the 574 missiles fired by Iran during the war, with 316 landing in unpopulated areas. Israel has admitted that Iranian missiles had pierced its air defence systems, striking at military targets and residential areas. In a twist of irony, Iran increased its successful hit rate by one to four per cent in incidents when they were confronted by THAAD interceptors, the Institute's report said, based on analysis of video shot by Amman-based photographer Zaid Abbadi. Even so, the Institute argued that air defence support of Israel in the war served US interests beyond coming to the aid of an ally. "This strong support of a US partner may also reinforce US. deterrence against Russia and China," the report said. What the report did not say is that it also demonstrated the degree to which Israel depends on the United States for its defence, despite the ruthless prowess of the Israeli military and the sophistication of the country's military-industrial complex.

In this episode, we sit down with Micah to debrief Sunday's sermon on Mark 6:7–13. Together, we explore the apostles' mission, their call to go out in faith, and the radical dependency they were invited into.We reflect on what it means to live faithfully when we don't have all the answers—and how failure isn't the end, but often the very thing God uses to teach and shape us.

SummaryIn this episode of The Chasing Health Podcast, Chase and Chris bring back a favorite format—Overrated or Underrated! They dive into 10+ hot topics in health and fitness and share their honest thoughts. From trendy green powders and vibration plates to microdosing weight loss drugs and cheat meals, they break down what's helpful and what's just hype. You'll hear real talk about intermittent fasting, cardio, pre-workout, and why getting stronger should be the new goal. This episode will help you stop wasting time and money—and focus on what really works.Chapters(00:00) Welcome Back & Episode Overview(01:24) Intermittent Fasting: Overrated or Underrated?(05:56) Cardio in Today's Fitness Space(09:00) Consistency: The Real Key to Success(09:58) Green Powders & the Supplement Industry(14:32) Pre-Workout Use and Dependency(17:19) Is 8 Hours of Sleep a Must?(18:46) Should You Buy a Weighted Vest?(22:30) The Truth About Cheat Meals(23:58) Microdosing GLP-1s: Dangerous or Helpful?(28:40) Should You Eat Back Exercise Calories?(30:43) Water & Protein: Are They That Important?(33:20) Strong is the New Skinny(36:30) Do Vibration Plates Actually Work?(39:05) Outro & Request for ReviewsSUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONS to be answered on the show: https://forms.gle/B6bpTBDYnDcbUkeD7How to Connect with Us:Chase's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changing_chase/Chris' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/conquer_fitness2021/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/665770984678334/Interested in 1:1 Coaching: https://conquerfitnessandnutrition.com/1on1-coachingJoin The Fit Fam Collective: https://conquerfitnessandnutrition.com/fit-fam-collective

In this week's episode of "Maximize Business Value," Dave Casey discusses the impact of Owner Dependency with Tom Bronson. This episode is part one of a two-part series. For more information, tune in next week to hear Tom and Dave wrap up an often overlooked but important topic for business owners. To learn more about Tom, visit his LinkedIn and check out the MasteryPartners.com website. Tom's books in the Maximize Business Value series are available on Amazon.Tune in weekly to hear more from Mastery Partners and to receive relevant key content on your journey to maximizing your business value!#maximizebusinessvalue #maximizebusinessvalue #MBVPodcast #PodcastForEntrepreneurs #ownerdependecy  #dealkiller #MasteryPartners #ExitStrategyLearn More about Dave CaseyDave Casey is a partner at Mastery Partners, he works with owners to maximize the value locked up in their businesses. Using his background and experience, he utilizes the four-part process Mastery has perfected to analyze, assess, map out, and execute plans to ensure the business owner realizes the very top valuation for their enterprise. Casey is an engaged business leader with an eye for business transformation, particularly in the verticals of technology, cybersecurity, and IT managed services.  Dave previously founded and grew an IT managed services company, brought it through a successful exit, and today helps companies develop long-range plans for sound security and operational processes.Dave serves on the board of Business Navigators, a business servant leadership non-profit in the DFW area. He is also a founder and board member of Biz Owners Ed, a 501 (c)(3) organization enabling serious entrepreneurs to dramatically scale and improve their businesses.Learn More about Tom Bronson: Tom Bronson is the founder and President of Mastery Partners, a company that helps business owners maximize business value, design an exit strategy, and transition their business on their terms. Mastery utilizes proven techniques and strategies that dramatically improve business value that have been developed during Tom's career in 100 business transactions as either a business buyer or seller. As a business owner himself, he has been in your situation a hundred times, and he knows what it takes to craft the right strategy. Bronson is passionate about helping business owners and has the experience to do it.Mastery Partners Elevating Businesses to Achieve The Business Owner's Dream Exit The unfortunate reality is that for every business that comes on the market (for whatever reason), only 17% of them achieve a successful exit. You read that right. 83% of attempted business transitions never reach the closing table. Mastery Partners is on a mission to change that. We ELEVATE businesses to achieve maximum value and reach that dream exit. Our objectives are simple - understand where the business is today, identify opportunities for dramatic improvement, and offer solutions to enhance the business, making it more marketable and valuable. And that all starts with understanding the business owner's definition of his or her dream exit. Mastery has developed a 4-Step Process to help business owners achieve their dreams. STEP 1: Transition Readiness Assessment STEP 2: Roadmap for Value Acceleration STEP 3: Relentless Execution STEP 4: Decision: Now that desired results are achieved, the business is ready for the next step in the journey! CONNECT WITH MASTERY PARTNERS TO LEARN MORELinkedInWebsite© 2025 Mastery Partners, LLC.

Join Lord of Hosts Church for a spiritually invigorating midweek recharge service. Explore 'The Power of Dependency on the Holy Spirit' in this transformative session led by passionate pastors. Experience worship, prayer, and insightful teachings aimed at deepening your faith and connection to the Holy Spirit. Discover how to break chains of doubt and embrace a new spiritual awakening.

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Connections & Dependencies That Sustain Our Lives Recording Date: May 5, 2025 Transcript: Download transcript here. Keywords: Healing Circle calls, Jeremy Duke, relaxation, stress, meditation, connections, dependencies, isolation, belonging, camaraderie, Sai Ing Summary: Jeremy Duke discusses the interconnectedness of all things, emphasizing that no person is an island and that we are all part of a larger human community. He guides us on an exploration of the many connections and dependencies that sustain our lives, from the natural world to the global systems of production and trade. The speaker guides the listeners through a mindfulness practice to directly experience these connections, focusing on the relationships between the individual, the heavens, the earth, and all of humanity. The overall message is one of belonging, gratitude, and the power of love and mutual understanding to unite us. Topical Index: Introductions [00:00] Isolation [01:34] Dependency [02:48] AI Coffee Essay [06:18] Guided relaxation / meditation [09:58] Sai Ong - guided breathing exercise [13:47] Closing [22:57] Find out more at https://networks-healing-circle.pinecast.co We would love to hear from you. Share your feedback in the comments section below. https://pinecast.com/feedback/networks-healing-circle/69901002-65d5-44d6-b63d-2b9c4e18810b This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Real healing requires true dependence on God because He didn't create you to carry the weight of life on your own. Let go of self-sufficiency and trust the One who can truly make you whole.

Real healing requires true dependence on God because He didn’t create you to carry the weight of life on your own. Let go of self-sufficiency and trust the One who can truly make you whole. If you’ve just made a decision for Christ, please respond HERE: ele.vc/tIepfr Scripture References:John 5, verses 1-6Mark 2, verses 13-17See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of The P.A.S. Report, Professor Nick Giordano exposes how the Big Beautiful Bill reveals the dangerous cycle of government dependency and unchecked bureaucratic growth. As Democrats frame the bill as cruel, Professor Giordano breaks down how programs like Medicaid and SNAP have ballooned far beyond their original intent, now cover nearly 1 in 5 Americans. With new work and education requirements for able-bodied adults sparking outrage, this episode dives into the fraud, waste, and abuse plaguing these programs. Even Republicans are hesitant to introduce real reforms for fear of backlash from the American people. He explains how Republicans must go on offense to win the narrative war and restore the American values of personal responsibility, limited government, and true compassion. Episode Highlights: The explosive growth of Medicaid and SNAP: from safety nets to permanent entitlements What GAO reports reveal about fraud, abuse, and hundreds of billions in wasted taxpayer dollars Why Republicans must control the narrative and defend work requirements as moral and necessary

Transport for Wales recently released their plan for a public transport network for North Wales, and it is actually very good. We'll take a look, and pick out why Westminster is incapable of delivering this sort of strategic thinking. Support #Railnatter at https://patreon.com/garethdennis. Merch at https://merch.railnatter.uk. Join in the discussion at https://discord.railnatter.uk. You can also buy my book #HowTheRailwaysWillFixTheFuture: https://bit.ly/HowTheRailways

Pastor Levi, Pastor Travis, and Lisa talk about Prayer, including Dependency on God, Time with God, and Aligning to God's Will. This is an episode of Pearls & Swine on the Evangel Houghton Podcast from Evangel Community Church, Houghton, Michigan, July 1, 2025.

Send us a textThe digital revolution promised connection but delivered something more complicated. Social media now intertwines with our daily existence, and emerging research reveals disturbing patterns about its impact on developing minds.During our conversation with Kerri Carswell, content creator for the Carolina Journal, we explore the neurological reality behind social media addiction. Those seemingly innocuous features—infinite scrolling, like buttons, notifications—trigger powerful neurochemical responses, releasing dopamine and oxytocin in ways that mirror substance dependencies. For adults, this creates problematic usage patterns, but for children with developing brains, the consequences can be devastating. The documented harms—disrupted sleep cycles, shortened attention spans, increased anxiety and depression—demand action."It's actually the second leading cause of death in North Carolina between the ages of 10 to 18," Carswell reveals when discussing youth suicide rates. North Carolina legislators are responding with groundbreaking proposals. Parents face unprecedented challenges navigating this landscape. When should children receive smartphones? How can we monitor usage without overreaching? What conversations should families have about digital wellness? Carswell shares both personal experience and professional insights to help listeners find balance in an increasingly unbalanced digital world.Listen to understand what's happening behind the screen and how we can protect the next generation from digital harms while preserving technology's benefits.Check out more on this and other topics from Kerri @ https://www.carolinajournal.com/people/kerri-carswell/BelemLeaders–Your organization's trusted partner for leader and team development. Visit our website to connect: belemleaders.org or book a discovery call today! belem.as.me/discoveryUntil next time, keep doing great things!

Pastor Fawn delivers a powerful message entitled, "RADICAL OBEDIENCE = FULL DEPENDENCY ON THE LORD".   Authentic Church is a Bible-based, Spirit-empowered, Presence-driven church in Orange County with the mission to Love God, Love People, and Live Authentic.   Our Vision is to Encounter God, Discover Community, and Fulfill God's call on our lives.   For service times and info, please visit us online or via our social media platforms: AuthenticOC.com   To stay up to date on all things Authentic, text the word "Authentic" to 94000   Subscribe to receive our latest messages!   #Sermon #AuthenticChurch #OrangeCountyChurch   We would be honored if you would like to support this ministry and help us continue to reach people with the authentic gospel... click here: https://pushpay.com/g/authenticoc   Love God. Love People. Live Authentic.   Stay Connected   Website: https://authenticoc.com/   Authentic Church Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AuthenticChurchOC/   Authentic Church Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authenticchurchoc/   Authentic Church YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWxskUerFuBNhLZI3wpqzlg

A discussion of trending China news articles published in w/c  9th June. We look at how rare earth minerals may be the deciding factor in this trade war and potentially all trade wars to come. We look at an interview with Huawei CEO Ren Zhengfei who states that Chinese chips are still behind the US and more 'basic research' is needed'. And we catch up with some of the latest developments in Hong Kong regarding the national security law.Links: https://www.reuters.com/world/china/trump-says-china-will-supply-rare-earths-us-allow-students-2025-06-11/https://substack.com/home/post/p-165729238https://paper.people.com.cn/rmrb/pc/content/202506/10/content_30078133.html https://substack.com/home/post/p-165599519https://www.theguardian.com/games/2025/jun/11/hong-kong-police-taiwan-mobile-games-reversed-fronthttps://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/education/article/3313909/english-lessons-hong-kong-primary-schools-cover-national-security?utm_source=rss_feedSupport the showSign up for Buzzsprout to launch your podcasting journey: https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=162442Subscribe to the Sinobabble Newsletter: https://sinobabble.substack.com/Support Sinobabble on Buy me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Sinobabblepod

Send us a textIn this conversation, the hosts delve into Chapter 2 of Roy Moran's book, 'Spent Matches,' focusing on the Great Commission and its implications for modern discipleship. They explore the idea that the command to 'make disciples' is not just for a select few but for all believers, emphasizing the importance of living out one's faith in everyday life. The discussion highlights the need for a shift from traditional methods of evangelism to a more organic, relational approach to discipleship, where teaching obedience and public identification through baptism play crucial roles. The hosts also challenge the reliance on church structures and titles, advocating for a model where every believer is empowered to participate in the mission of making disciples.TakeawaysThe Great Commission is for all believers, not just leaders.Mission is embedded in everyday life, not a separate activity.Baptism serves as public identification with Jesus.Teaching obedience is essential for true discipleship.Replication of discipleship is key to growth.Success in ministry should be measured by multiplication, not addition.Dependency should be on God's power, not human leaders.Jesus commissioned imperfect people to fulfill His mission.Discipleship involves making learners who can teach others.Simplifying the process can lead to a more effective movement. Resources: Resource GuideListen in another Language !Coming Soon!

Hayden Smith, Hunted Labs Co-Founder comes on Absolute AppSec to discuss, among other things, the Hunted Labs work discovering and publicizing the EasyJson software supply chain threat. Before co-founding Hunted Labs, Hayden was Senior Director of Field Services at Anchore, assisting US government, intelligence, and Fortune 500 clients. Long a specialist on supply-chain issues, Smith established the DoD's Platform One software factory, designed container-hardening pipelines securing 500+ Iron Bank images, and led Anchore solutions architects. Previously, he also worked at Booz Allen Hamilton where he supported US government and intelligence clients on cybersecurity/DevOps, and led the cybersecurity team testing the US Air Force's GPS OCX. Seth and Ken discuss some of Hayden's path into the security industry as well as Hunted Labs' report on the EasyJson software supply-chain threat. Read up here for more information: https://huntedlabs.com/exclusive-threat-report/

What does Rucking and Nehemiah have in common? Listen as Steven Lundy explains how a hard journey could often be exactly what God knows is what you need and is calling you to do.

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Thank you ITS Never Happening…, Gayla Kunis, Cheryl Elkins, Suzette Jensen, Edward Holmes, and many others for tuning into my live video! Join me for my next live video in the app.* The Trump-Musk feud, travel ban, Harvard, etc., are distractions. Focus on the Big Beautiful Bill: Trump is willing to flood the Zone with anything, even if it feels detrimental to him, to get the Big Beautiful Bill passed. We must keep our eyes … To hear more, visit egberto.substack.com

In the electrifying conclusion to Tom Bilyeu's conversation with ex-CIA officer Andrew Bustamante, the lens widens to encompass today's global flashpoints. Andrew applies his framework of power, leverage, and outcomes to the powder keg of present-day geopolitics. From Covid conspiracies and biological warfare, to the rise of China, the fate of the U.S. dollar, and the shifting allegiances shaping the 21st century, Andrew breaks down how world leaders really make decisions—far removed from conventional morality. This part takes a deep dive into modern conflict zones including Russia-Ukraine, the Israel-Palestine crisis, and the West's declining grip amid new authoritarian contenders. Tom and Andrew wrestle with the hard questions: Are chemical and biological weapons just another leverage tool? Why are democracies struggling while strongman regimes rise? And what does the America-first, leverage-maximizing approach actually look like in real time? Buckle in for a rapid-fire tour through the next era of global power, what it has to do with everyday life, and why understanding the "spy playbook" has never mattered more. SHOWNOTES41:06 South Africa, Racism, and the Realpolitik of Moral Authority44:22 Mineral Rights, Intelligence, and Considering Long-Term Strategy46:35 Gain of Function, Covid, and the Hard Truth About Bioweapons52:21 Sacrifice and Power—Would Governments Trade Millions for Leverage?56:29 The Powder Keg of 2024: India, Pakistan, Russia, Gaza, and Beyond57:58 The End of American Supremacy and Rise of the New Power Bloc60:11 Democracy vs. Strongman: The Global Leadership Struggle62:19 Europe's Identity Crisis: Allies, Dependency, and Internal Division70:42 China's Long Game, Rare Earths, and U.S. Manufacturing Dilemma79:44 Porter's 5 Forces and The New Economic Wars81:58 Iran's Position, Proxy Wars, and Shifting Middle Eastern Power86:24 Western Values: Will They Defend Them or Fade?91:04 Trump's Geopolitical Report Card and the Future of American Strategy92:55 Where to Follow Andrew Bustamante CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to ⁠https://www.vitalproteins.com⁠ and entering promo code IMPACT at check out ButcherBox: New users that sign up for ButcherBox will receive their choice between steak tips, salmon, or chicken breast in every box for a year + $20 off their first box at ⁠https://butcherbox.com/impact⁠ Monarch Money: Use code THEORY at ⁠https://monarchmoney.com⁠ for 50% off your first year! Netsuite: Download the new e-book Navigating Global Trade: 3 Insights for Leaders at ⁠http://NetSuite.com/Theory⁠ iTrust Capital: Use code IMPACTGO when you sign up and fund your account to get a $100 bonus at ⁠https://www.itrustcapital.com/tombilyeu⁠  Jerry: Stop needlessly overpaying for car insurance - download the Jerry app or head to ⁠https://jerry.ai/impact FOLLOW ANDREW BUSTAMANTE:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@EverydaySpyTwitter: https://twitter.com/EverydaySpyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayspy/Website: https://everydayspy.com/⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

University of Washington researchers discovered something that should concern every parent: children who use AI to create can no longer create without it. And here's the concerning part: most parents have absolutely no idea it's happening. If you've been following our series on Creative Thinking in the AI Age, you know I've been tracking how […]

#Bitcoin #MagneticField #Plasma #EarthDesasterCyclesBitcoin's Dependency on TechnologyBitcoin's blockchain is only as strong as the infrastructure supporting it. No electricity, no internet, no Bitcoin. In a disaster scenario lasting months or years, your private keys won't feed you or keep you warm. You're right—Bitcoin could become your least concern when survival is at stake.A Window of OpportunityBefore that tipping point, Bitcoin's value could soar. If global instability rises—say, due to early signs of these disaster cycles—demand for decentralized, censorship-resistant money might explode, driving BTC's fiat price or purchasing power through the roof. This is your chance to act. Converting some Bitcoin into tangible survival assets (food, water, shelter, or that bunker you mentioned) could be a smart move, but timing is critical. Cash out too early, and you miss potential gains; too late, and you're stuck with inaccessible wealth.Rethinking Low Time PreferenceBitcoin's ethos of low time preference—delaying gratification for future payoff—works beautifully in a stable world. But if the 2030s bring the first phase of these disaster cycles, that long-term mindset could leave you unprepared. Survival demands a shorter-term focus when the stakes are existential.So, what has BTCsessions missed? His video likely covers essentials like securing your keys, understanding Bitcoin's monetary policy, and avoiding common pitfalls—rules for thriving in a functioning system. But your perspective adds a layer he hasn't touched: Bitcoin's fragility in a post-technological world. Here's what could be added:Rule #10: Recognize Bitcoin's LimitsBitcoin is a tool, not a survival asset. It depends entirely on modern infrastructure—energy, internet, electricity. If you believe disaster cycles are coming, plan beyond Bitcoin. Diversify into physical resources that don't need a plug.Rule #11: Use Bitcoin Strategically Before It's Too LateIf Bitcoin's value spikes as instability grows, use that purchasing power to secure your survival—whether it's a bunker, supplies, or off-grid capabilities. The trick is knowing when to pivot from hodling to acting.‪@BTCSessions‬: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hfrcr...@SpaceWeatherNews: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dzEs4...Ashton Forbes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5YWxw...Share this video with your family & friends! Like, share, subscribe, & follow me on social media & YouTube. https://x.com/keyvandavaniBitcoin-Podcast: https://anchor.fm/keyvandavaniPodcast-Platforms you can listen to my show: Fountain.fm: fountain.fm/keyvandavani Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/2IA2dhVGoogle Podcast: https://bit.ly/31rSymqSpotify: https://spoti.fi/2wOfq1kE-mail: info@bitcoin21.at Websites: bitcoin21.at bitcoinmentor.atRecommended Hardware-Wallets: Coldcard: https://bit.ly/3f6Vgq4 Bitbox02: https://bit.ly/3iluknN (use discount code DAVANI) X: @keyvandavanilinkedIn: /keyvandavanitelegram: @davaniinstagram: /keyvandavani medium.com/@keyvandavanidavani.substack.com/ Telegram: t.me/keyvandavani

Risen Nation Church is united by a vision to see the fulfillment of Acts 15:16—the rebuilding of David's tabernacle. Our deepest desire is to create a space where we can minister to the Lord through worship and where people can become a true dwelling place for His presence.   Join us in worship:  Sundays at 10:00 am (Doors open at 9:00 am)    Location: 1711 Keller Pkwy, Keller, TX 76248    Text “dallas” to (817) 587-1735 for updates.   Support Our Mission: Help us grow and reach more people.  Give here(https://www.risennatio...)

Are you willing to dip your feet in… so He can part the waters?Discipleship with Dependency is a podcast that invites you into a journey of surrender, faith, and generational impact. Inspired by Joshua 3, join Shelli and explore what it means to trust God before the breakthrough and to step into the unknown with full dependence on Him.This one of a 2-part episode challenges you to walk in obedience, even when the outcome isn't clear. You'll be encouraged to reflect on the ways God has moved in your life and ask: Do your kids know how the Lord has worked in your story?Whether you're a parent, mentor, or believer learning to let go of control, this podcast offers real conversations, biblical truth, and practical tools to disciple others while staying rooted in your own dependence on Jesus.Step into the water. Leave a legacy of faith. Spread Jesus

In this episode of the Cult Vault Podcast, Kacey and Darren Mudd delve into the world of multi-level marketing (MLM), specifically focusing on Amway. Darren shares his personal experience of being recruited into Amway during a vulnerable time in his life, highlighting the psychological tactics used by recruiters to exploit emotional states. The conversation explores the cult-like dynamics of university environments, the early warning signs of MLMs, and the brainwashing techniques employed through a structured learning curriculum. As the discussion progresses, they examine the challenges of recruitment, the illusion of success, and the growing dependency on the system, ultimately shedding light on the manipulative nature of MLMs and the emotional toll they can take on individuals. Darren's recollections of participating in the Amway Pyramid Scheme as a university student:Amway Pyramid SchemeDavid's brother joined AMWAY In the UK as an IBO, quickly became obsessed with it, and took control of the family's capital assetsAMWAY In the UKThe tools/training business (an unofficial organisation) was based in Somerset and supposedly meant to “help” people build the Amway business through mentorship and materials - this was the actual cult whereas Amway was the pyramid scheme.Amway and one of its tools/training businessesGet in Touch or Support: Patreon - patreon.com/thecultvaultCrimecon UK 2025 https://www.crimecon.co.uk - use code CULT for 10% off tickets!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cultvaultpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/CultVaultPodReddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/Cult-VaultGmail: cultvaultpodcast@gmail.com

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In this episode Ali is joined by Deane Juhan, renowned author of 'Job's Body: A Handbook for Bodywork.' Deane shares his experiences from the Esalen Institute and his transformative work with Dr. Milton Trager. The discussion delves into somatic intelligence, the phenomenon, necessity and benefits of touch. Deane also shares personal anecdotes from his journey, emphasizing the importance of sensual awareness, pleasure to help us re-pattern detriment habits, and the interplay between sensory motor and emotional intelligence. This episode is a treasure trove of insight on bodywork, a holistic approach to somatic health and living our lives as bodies.FOR MORE ALI MEZEY:ALI - WebsiteALI - LinkTreeFOR MORE DEANE JUHAN:www.jobsbody.comDeanejuhan@gmail.com BIO:1971-1974: Studying for my Ph.D. in English Lit.1974: Esalen Institute radically changed the course and purpose of my life. On the Esalen Massage Crew for 15 years. During that time I met Dr. Milton Trager, saw his work and became one of his first students. HIs mentoring was another transformational experience. From student I went on to become a certified practitioner and finally instructor1978-1987: Wrote "Job's Body: A Handbook for Bodywork"Spent the last 40 years teaching Dr. Trager's work, my material from Job's Body, developing classes for innovative views of functional anatomy, sensory-motor nervous system and thee physiology of touch. I believe that the disembodied nature of our cultural heritage is one of the most serious threats to our survival.DEANE'S BOOKS: OTHER RESOURCES, LINKS AND INSPIRATIONS: Esalen Institute  The Body Has a Mind of Its Own by Sandra & Matthew BlakesleeHarlow's Monkeys - Harlow's Studies on Dependency in MonkeysWilliam Blake and his poem, London wherein he writes the term Mind Forged ManaclesRolfer/ing - A "Rolfer" is a practitioner who performs Rolfing, a hands-on bodywork method developed by Dr. Ida Rolf in the 1950s. Rolfing aims to improve body structure, posture, and movement by addressing the connective tissues, known as fascia, that permeate the body. Rolfers work with the fascia to realign the body and address patterns of tension and restriction that can impact health and well-being. Dr. Milton TragerThe Milton System of Mental Gymnastics refers informally to the Trager Approach, specifically the movement component developed by Dr. Milton Trager, called Mentastics - short for mental gymnastics.What Is It? Mentastics are gentle, mindful movements designed to retrain the nervous system through positive sensory experience. These movements are not exercises in the traditional fitness sense - they are subtle, intuitive, and exploratory. The goal is to create a feeling of lightness, ease, and freedom in the body, often through very simple gestures done with full awareness and intention.Bob Brown, Soma School of Massage - has long since closed but was one of the most formative experiences in Ali's professional development. She attended in 1980 and became a certified professional massage therapist at 19 years old while taking what is now called a "gap year" between Barnard and Wellesley. 45 years later, Ali still offers part-time her Propriomassage® she has developed over the decades. Although evolved, refined and mastered since those pivotal weeks with Bob in his Oakland Hills house where he certified thousands of massage therapists, the fundamental structure of Ali's technique is still what she learned there. Ozone Injections - if you have suffered from any injuries you have not been able to resolve, or just want to improve your health in. variety of ways, make a B-line to Dr Nancy Doreo in Ojai, California. She will change your body and life as she did Ali's. Gil Hedley - About, Live with Gil, The Nerve TourThe Body is a Gift with Gil Hedley: A Reverential Journey into the Human BodyTanya Diamond - Love, Pleasure and AI[From time to time, a word or phrase goes wonky. Please forgive my wandering wifi.]

Send us a textTired of trading time for money? Discover how one investor broke free from the paycheck trap—flipping over 6,000 parcels of raw land—and now works just ONE hour a week.In this powerful episode, host Vinki Loomba sits down with Mark Podolsky, aka "The Land Geek," to unveil the passive income blueprint through raw land investing. 

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We all know screens are a huge part of teen life—but how much is too much? In this episode, I'm joined by coach and teen expert Will Kirsop to tackle one of parents' biggest concerns: device dependency. We unpack the real stats (brace yourself), the brain science behind why tech is so addictive, and how screens are impacting your teen emotionally, socially, and physically. But don't worry—this isn't your typical doom-and-gloom chat. We explore practical strategies to help your teen build a healthier relationship with tech, model better habits yourself (gulp), and navigate the pushback when you set boundaries. Whether your teen is glued to TikTok or gaming till midnight, this episode will leave you feeling informed, empowered, and ready to reset the balance at home. Need personalized help with screen time (or any other parenting battle)? Book your free Peaceful Parenting Strategy Call HERE.  About my guest: Will Kirsop is an education leader and the founder of Many Roads, where he coaches teenagers to discover their purpose and thrive. With a background spanning education, psychology, and business, Will saw a gap in how young people are supported in discovering their unique path. His coaching blends evidence-based methodologies, behavioural and cognitive psychology, appreciative inquiry, and real-world strategy to help teens build confidence and direction for their future. Will has worked with teens from a dozen countries across a broad spectrum—from neurodiverse students to top performers competing on the world stage. Will holds a Commerce degree from the University of Sydney and a Psychology degree from Swinburne University, where he was awarded the 2024 University Medal as the top undergraduate student across the entire university. He also completed Executive Education at UC Berkeley. An avid surfer, meditator, and lifelong learner, he is passionate about leveraging his professional and life experiences to help students navigate purpose, career planning and wellbeing. You can find WIll at:  manyroads.co

I, Stewart Alsop, welcomed Woody Wiegmann to this episode of Crazy Wisdom, where we explored the fascinating and sometimes unsettling landscape of Artificial Intelligence. Woody, who is deeply involved in teaching AI, shared his insights on everything from the US-China AI race to the radical transformations AI is bringing to education and society at large.Check out this GPT we trained on the conversationTimestamps01:17 The AI "Cold War": Discussing the intense AI development race between China and the US.03:04 Opaque Models & Education's Resistance: The challenge of opaque AI and schools lagging in adoption.05:22 AI Blocked in Schools: The paradox of teaching AI while institutions restrict access.08:08 Crossing the AI Rubicon: How AI users are diverging from non-users into different realities.09:00 Budgetary Constraints in AI Education: The struggle for resources like premium AI access for students.12:45 Navigating AI Access for Students: Woody's ingenious workarounds for the premium AI divide.19:15 Igniting Curiosity with AI: Students creating impressive projects, like catapult websites.27:23 Exploring Grok and AI Interaction: Debating IP concerns and engaging with AI ("Morpheus").46:19 AI's Societal Impact: AI girlfriends, masculinity, and the erosion of traditional skills.Key InsightsThe AI Arms Race: Woody highlights a "cold war of nerdiness" where China is rapidly developing AI models comparable to GPT-4 at a fraction of the cost. This competition raises questions about data transparency from both sides and the strategic implications of superintelligence.Education's AI Resistance: I, Stewart Alsop, and Woody discuss the puzzling resistance to AI within educational institutions, including outright blocking of AI tools. This creates a paradox where courses on AI are taught in environments that restrict its use, hindering practical learning for students.Diverging Realities: We explore how individuals who have crossed the "Rubicon" of AI adoption are now living in a vastly different world than those who haven't. This divergence is akin to past technological shifts but is happening at an accelerated pace, impacting how people learn, work, and perceive reality.The Fading Relevance of Traditional Coding: Woody argues that focusing on teaching traditional coding languages like Python is becoming outdated in the age of advanced AI. AI can handle much of the detailed coding, shifting the necessary skills towards understanding AI systems, effective prompting, and higher-level architecture.AI as the Ultimate Tutor: The advent of AI offers the potential for personalized, one-on-one tutoring for everyone, a far more effective learning method than traditional classroom lectures. However, this potential is hampered by institutional inertia and a lack of resources for tools like premium AI subscriptions for students.Curiosity as the AI Catalyst: Woody shares anecdotes of students, even those initially disengaged, whose eyes light up when using AI for creative projects, like designing websites on niche topics such as catapults. This demonstrates AI's power to ignite curiosity and intrinsic motivation when paired with focused goals and the ability to build.AI's Impact on Society and Skills: We touch upon the broader societal implications, including the rise of AI girlfriends addressing male loneliness and providing acceptance. Simultaneously, there's concern over the potential atrophy of critical skills like writing and debate if individuals overly rely on AI for summarization and opinion generation without deep engagement.Contact Information*   Twitter/X: @RulebyPowerlaw*   Listeners can search for Woody Wiegmann's podcast "Courage over convention" *   LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/dataovernarratives/

In Episode 416 of Hidden Forces, Demetri Kofinas speaks with Financial Times correspondent Patrick McGee about the integral role Apple played in helping to build China's advanced manufacturing ecosystem—and the geopolitical interdependencies and national security risks now baked into that relationship. McGee's book “Apple in China” tells two stories. First, it chronicles Apple's ascent from being nearly bankrupt in the mid‑1990s to becoming the world's most valuable company within just 15 years. Second, it traces China's historic transformation from an underdeveloped economy with Third‑World cost structures and armies of unskilled laborers to the world's largest economy (by purchasing power parity) and the hub of the most advanced manufacturing base on the planet. By the time this episode is over, you will have learned exactly how Apple off-loaded almost all its manufacturing to Asia by the late 1990s and early 2000s and then consolidated that entire operation inside mainland China. You will also learn how the same supply chain mastery that turned Apple into the world's most valuable company has left it existentially dependent on a single authoritarian state whose political goals now diverge sharply from Washington's. It's an incredible story with profound implications for all of us who depend on China's manufacturing prowess and intricate supply networks to sustain our way of life. Whether we can extricate ourselves from this web of interdependencies—and the extent to which we should even want to—is one of a number of topics we explore extensively in the episode's second hour. Subscribe to our premium content—including our premium feed, episode transcripts, and Intelligence Reports—by visiting HiddenForces.io/subscribe. If you'd like to join the conversation and become a member of the Hidden Forces Genius community—with benefits like Q&A calls with guests, exclusive research and analysis, in-person events, and dinners—you can also sign up on our subscriber page at HiddenForces.io/subscribe. If you enjoyed today's episode of Hidden Forces, please support the show by: Subscribing on Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud, CastBox, or via our RSS Feed Writing us a review on Apple Podcasts & Spotify Joining our mailing list at https://hiddenforces.io/newsletter/ Producer & Host: Demetri Kofinas Editor & Engineer: Stylianos Nicolaou Subscribe and support the podcast at https://hiddenforces.io. Join the conversation on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter at @hiddenforcespod Follow Demetri on Twitter at @Kofinas Episode Recorded on 05/01/2025